Douglas College offers the most bachelor’s degrees and post-degree programs of any college in British Columbia and is known for combining the academic foundations of a university with the career-ready skills of a college.

Many of Douglas College’s programs include co-op opportunities. Co-op education alternates semesters of classroom studies with paid, full-time work, giving our students the hands-on experience that will make them job ready when they graduate. Work terms are usually four or eight months and take place after students have completed the second or third semester of their academic program.

WIL Contact Information:

Lianne Johnston

604-527-5769

johnstonli@douglascollege.ca

WIL Programs:

Accounting (Diploma)

Prepare for junior- to intermediate-level accounting positions with the two-year Accounting Diploma program. Study a well-rounded curriculum that includes classes in accounting, communications, computing science, economics, finance and marketing. Graduates gain the skills to secure employment in fields including financial accounting, cost accounting and financial management. Graduates interested in furthering their accounting careers can transfer seamlessly into Douglas...
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Bachelor of Business Administration (Financial Services)

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Financial Services and Administration prepares individuals for positions in wealth planning and securities, and for designations such as CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and CSC (Canadian Securities Course). The program offers a number of electives and a work experience component.In order to graduate from the program you must complete BUSN 4500, the capstone course, which requires you to have 500 hours of work...
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Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

This four-year bachelor’s degree will teach you essential business skills such as accounting, finance, economics, marketing, writing and critical thinking, and take a deep dive into management topics such as human resources, interpersonal conflict, innovation, change management and ethical decision-making. You'll then narrow the focus of your studies and gain practical industry-relevant skills through in a concentration of your choice. Choose from financial services...
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Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching

The Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching (BPEC) prepares students to become physical education teachers, community sport coaches, or fitness professionals. The curriculum includes fieldwork placements, leadership courses, and labs in anatomy, physiology, exercise physiology, and biomechanics. Graduates can apply directly into fifth year at SFU, UBC, or other universities to complete a teaching credential. The program also meets admission requirements for the...
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BBA Management – Hospitality Concentration

BBA Management graduates are ready for leadership roles in operations and marketing in hotels and restaurants as well as event planning and the broader service sector. Douglas BBA Management graduates will be well-prepared to contribute to your company with their key management skills and depth of knowledge of the hospitality industry.Program Contact emails (preferred email is below): elliottm@douglascollege.ca , newtonr@douglascollege.ca ,...
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BBA Marketing – Hospitality Concentration

Many BBA Marketing Hospitality students have experience in restaurants and hotels bringing relevant experience as well as skills in both marketing and sales. Graduates of the program are prepared to take on leadership roles in a variety of hospitality and tourism industries.Program Contact emails (preferred email is below): elliottm@douglascollege.ca , coxs@douglascollege.ca , johnstonli@douglascollege.ca
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Computing Studies and Information Systems Diploma

The Commerce and Business Administration Diploma Program introduces students to a variety of subjects in business and academic areas. The program is designed to facilitate transition to a number of universities and university colleges, and it satisfies most of the lower division and group requirements of Simon Fraser University’s Bachelor of Business Administration degree program.Co-operative education alternates semesters of classroom studies with paid, full-time...
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Experiential Learning & Internship

The experience provides an opportunity to apply theory and knowledge in a business situation, and it enables the student to integrate their knowledge with actual practice as it applies in the sponsoring firm. The internship experience is designed to provide the student with practical experience in solving real-world problems. This course is intended for marketing and business students.Co-operative education program oversees the internship postings of for-credit,...
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Financial Services Diploma

In the Financial Services Management Diploma Program, students take financial management courses developed in consultation with the Canadian Securities Institute and major Canadian investment firms. The program also covers the skills needed to start a career, such as personal selling, business law and management essentials.Co-operative education alternates semesters of classroom studies with paid, full-time work, giving you hands-on experience that will make you job...
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General Business Diploma

The General Business Diploma program allows students to prepare for almost any area in the world of business, including transfer to a university, starting a business, managing a business, accounting, computer systems, marketing, sales, supply chain management, and international business. Students develop essential business skills (such as in accounting, economics, marketing, and writing) and then customize their program with electives from a wide array of courses in the...
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Health Information Management

The Health Information Management Diploma Program is the only program in British Columbia that prepares individuals to manage health information in a variety of settings. The program combines aspects of health, computer science, business and research in a specialized curriculum. The profession of Health Information Management has a traditional employment base in acute care facilities, and expanding opportunities in a variety of non-acute facilities, community health,...
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Hospitality Management Diploma

The Hospitality Management Diploma Program provides students with marketing and management principles associated with lodging and restaurant operations. A number of our students already have experience in the field and the program offers an opportunity to expand their marketing and management theory and practice in preparation for university transfer or management training programs.
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International Supply Chain Management (Post-Baccalaureate Diploma)

The PBD in International Supply Chain Management will help you learn about importing and exporting, market research to develop market entry strategies, supply chain management, managing in international environments, legal and financial aspects of international trade business. Also, you'll learn industry relevant job skills and preparatory knowledge to attain industry certifications (APICS – CPIM, Lean Six Sigma, FITT-CITP). These certifications are internationally...
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Legal Studies

The Legal Studies Diploma Program covers a wide range of law and the legal system, including the administration of justice, business law, criminal law, criminal procedure and evidence, public law (including immigration and human rights law), constitutional law, and private law (torts, contracts, property). The program offers exposure to legal research skills, legal remedies, and the basic principles of legal reasoning. In keeping with the liberal arts basis of the...
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Management Diploma

In the Management Diploma Program, students develop essential business skills (such as in accounting, economics, marketing, and writing), as well as specific managerial skills related to human resources and strategy, in preparation for a rewarding career in management or further studies.Co-operative education alternates semesters of classroom studies with paid, full-time work, giving you hands-on experience that will make you job ready when you graduate. Work terms...
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Marketing Management Diploma

The Marketing Management Diploma Program uses lectures, case studies, films, and simulated business exercises to emphasize practical marketing skills. Students gain a general business education, with specific job skills in customer relations, selling, advertising, marketing research, and management.Co-operative education alternates semesters of classroom studies with paid, full-time work, giving you hands-on experience that will make you job ready when you graduate....
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Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Hospitality Services Management

This two-year advanced credential prepares students for leadership roles in the hospitality and service sector. Students work on real projects in the business community and or management simulation exercises closely mirroring the real world. Students gain practical marketing and management skills with the curriculum also focusing on sustainability, event management, revenue management and strategic planning. The program includes a work experience component and capstone...
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Post Degree Diploma in Hospitality Management

The Post-Degree Diploma in Hospitality Management students are ready for development into leadership roles in operations and marketing within hotels, restaurants and event planning. The curriculum focuses on sustainability, event management, revenue management and strategic planning.
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Post Degree Diploma in Hospitality Marketing

The Post-Degree Diploma in Hospitality Marketing transitions students into marketing leadership roles in the hospitality industry. Students are ready to work on real projects in the business community and gain practical marketing skills, including market research, branding, advertising and customer relationship management.
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Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting

Interested in pursuing a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation? Get started with this two-year, co-operative education eligible post-baccalaureate diploma program. This program is designed for students who hold a bachelor’s degree in a discipline other than commerce or business administration. Graduates gain the skills to secure intermediate-level accounting positions in financial reporting, taxation, management accounting, and auditing.Co-operative...
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Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Computer Information Systems

The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Computer Information Systems is an intensive two-year program that gets you started on your path to becoming a computer programmer, web technician, software engineer, information systems analyst, data administrator, and more. In your first year, you’ll learn the basics of computing and programming, and will become familiar with current development tools. In your second year, you’ll hone your technical skills through one of two...
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Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Finance

In the two-year in-depth Finance Post-Baccalaureate Diploma program, you’ll acquire financial literacy, a strong foundation in investment analysis and portfolio management, and an understanding of business and financial law. Once you graduate, you’ll be prepared to take on roles such as financial planner and financial or investment analyst.Co-operative education alternates semesters of classroom studies with paid, full-time work, giving you hands-on experience...
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Professional Communication (Post-Degree Diploma)

Students from this program have acquired an undergraduate degree and are pursuing a career as a professional communicator. Students will be able to assist businesses writing in a variety of genres, editing both print and online documents, designing and producing documents using industry-standard software, and working on projects in teams and individually. Students are required to participate in a Professional Experience course, minimum of 100 hours over 15 weeks while...
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Teaching English as a Second Language

Employers can partner with Douglas College to provide students with experiential learning through a 20 hour unpaid practicum, 10 hours of teaching and 10 hours of observation, over a 15 week term while earning course credits. Students will be graded on lesson plan design and delivery, techniques used to manage the class while demonstrating their professionalism.
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University Transfer Arts

Students registered in Associate degrees take two years to complete and concentrate on one area of study. Students assist businesses in writing, editing, conducting research and depending on their Specialty, i.e. Anthropology, Criminology, Creative Writing, Economics, English, Geography, Math, Modern Languages, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Psych, Sociology and Theatre can assist with specific projects through full-time, paid, Work Terms (Co-operative...
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University Transfer Science

The Diploma in Science is granted after the completion of a minimum of 60 university-transfer credits from selected courses. Students planning to transfer to a program of studies at another post-secondary institution should choose their courses according to the requirements of that program.Co-operative education alternates semesters of classroom studies with paid, full-time work, giving you hands-on experience that will make you job ready when you graduate. Work...
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Veterinary Technology

This two-year career diploma program will prepare you to become a valuable member of the veterinary medical profession. You will be well versed in many fields of animal health care, animal management, and laboratory procedures. The curriculum includes both theoretical and practical aspects of providing small and large animal nursing, assisting veterinarians and performing laboratory, radiology, and anesthesia procedures. Graduation from this CVBC, CCAC- and...
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