Willis College
Executive Business Administration
One Diploma.
Countless Opportunities.
Online (Remote Classes)
Program Length:
46 weeks
Program Hours:
990
Credentials:
- ON Diploma
Study Options:
- Online
Start Dates
Online
August 31, 2026
October 19, 2026
December 7, 2026
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One Diploma.
Countless Opportunities.
Build the versatile business skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic workplace with the Executive Business Administration diploma at Willis College. Designed to prepare graduates for a broad range of opportunities, this flagship business program combines practical training with applied learning to help students confidently transition into the workforce.
Students develop knowledge across business management, accounting, payroll, marketing, project management, and human resources while gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard tools including Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and Sage 50. Strong communication, leadership, and change management skills further prepare graduates to adapt to the demands of modern organizations.
As the final step of the program, students may choose between a practicum placement with a corporate, public, or non-profit organization or a capstone project that applies their learning to a real-world business scenario. Both pathways provide valuable opportunities to demonstrate skills and gain career-ready experience.
Whether pursuing opportunities in administration, operations, human resources, accounting support, marketing, or entrepreneurship, graduates leave with the confidence and flexibility to succeed across industries.
$33.33
Average Wage/HR$50.00
High Wage/HRNational Occupation Classification (NOC) for this program: 1241/13110, 1311/12200, 1431/14200, 1432/13102
Source: noc.esdc.gc.ca & www.jobbank.gc.ca
Program Outline
Please click on the course title to see the course description.
This course equips students with the knowledge and skills to effectively leverage emerging workplace technologies, with a primary focus on the safe and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools. Students will explore how AI is transforming everyday tasks such as data analysis, content creation, communication, and decision-making. Through hands-on activities and real-world case studies, students will gain practical experience in using AI applications while understanding the ethical implications and risks associated with AI in the workplace. By the end of the course, students will be able to integrate AI tools into their daily workflows while maintaining data security and ethical standards.
This course will help the student develop the communication skills necessary to function in a professional business setting. There will be a review of grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation as they apply to business communication. Students will complete various exercises with an emphasis on improving basic skills in grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure, and apply these skills to writing assignments and tasks.
This course is designed to help students develop strategies that will make writing clear, concise, and efficient. These in-depth writing techniques are a continuation of Business Communications I - English Essentials. Students will learn to express themselves more easily and with more confidence by applying the principles of good writing. Throughout the course, there will also be an emphasis on developing effective writing and editing techniques.
This subject has three areas of study: Presentation Skills, Facilitative Management, and Interpersonal Communications. Students will learn how to create and deliver effective oral presentations. They will also be introduced to interpersonal problem-solving skills through effective listening and responding techniques.
This course develops foundational business administration skills while introducing practical ways to apply artificial intelligence (AI) to business decision-making and administrative work. Students learn to analyze organizational needs, evaluate AI opportunities, and design business-ready operating models using standard management tools and frameworks, and they practice AI-enabled techniques for business case development, workflow improvement, stakeholder communication, performance measurement, and responsible AI governance.
Our Career Management program will introduce the most effective strategies that students can apply to achieve employment in the career of their choice. Topics covered include effective job search strategies, cover letter and strategic resume writing, effective interviewing skills and interview preparation.
Change management is a vital part of every organization. Understanding how change impacts people, how to manage anticipated and unexpected change, and supporting staff through those changes can define an organization. In this 40 hour course students will gain an understanding of the theories of change management, what change management could look like in an organization and the strategies to manage change.
This course will introduce students to accounting practices and their applications in business. Students will learn accounting terminology, fundamental accounting principles, and basic accounting functions such as using accounts and preparing basic financial statements.
This course builds on the accounting principles introduced in Financial Accounting I while introducing students to the completion of an entire accounting cycle. Students will learn how to set up and maintain special journals, including subsidiary Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ledgers. Cash controls and accounting for GST/HST will also be introduced.
Using knowledge gained in Financial Accounting I and II, this course will focus on the practical application of accounting skills. Topics include the accrual method of accounting, the cash method of accounting, inventory systems, and the accounting cycle for merchandising business.
Using knowledge gained in Financial Accounting I, II, and III, this course will focus on the practical application of accounting skills. Topics include accounting for bad debts; accounting for property, plant, equipment; and intangible assets. Students are introduced to the Statement of Cash Flows and financial reporting analysis.
This course develops foundational human resource management (HRM) skills while introducing practical ways to apply artificial intelligence (AI) to HR work. Students learn to plan, implement, and evaluate HR practices across the employee lifecycle using standard HR tools and frameworks, and they practice AI-enabled techniques for job and role analysis, recruitment and selection, onboarding and development, performance management, employee engagement and retention, HR analytics, and responsible AI governance.
This course is designed to develop essential interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution in both professional and personal settings. Emphasizing practical application, students will explore strategies to enhance verbal and non-verbal communication, active listening, empathy, and emotional intelligence. Special focus will be given to teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration, highlighting how effective interpersonal skills contribute to a cohesive and productive work environment. A core component of the course will include training in Verbal Intervention by CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute), equipping students with the skills to de-escalate conflict through respectful, non-confrontational dialogue. Through interactive lectures, role-playing scenarios, and practical assessments, students will gain the confidence to manage challenging interpersonal interactions with professionalism and empathy.
This course develops foundational marketing skills while introducing practical ways to apply artificial intelligence (AI) to marketing work. Students learn to research audiences, define positioning, plan campaigns, and measure results using standard marketing frameworks. They practice AI-enabled techniques for audience targeting, content creation, SEO, social listening, personalization, analytics, and responsible AI governance.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have achieved a core level competency of the Microsoft Excel application. Topics include creating worksheets, formulas, functions, charts, formatting, analysis, templates, and working with multiple worksheets and workbooks.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have achieved a basic level competency of the Microsoft PowerPoint application. Topics include creating slides, formatting slides, transitions, animations, and delivery.
Students will be introduced to word processing using Microsoft Word. Topics include creating, saving, printing, opening documents, using reveal codes, formatting, mail merge, file management, and tables.
This course will introduce payroll fundamentals, including an examination of government legislation affecting payroll. Students will learn how to calculate and record gross pay, CPP deductions, EI deductions, Income Tax deductions, and net pay. Students will also learn how to calculate and record the employer’s share of deductions.
This course focuses on essential financial management tasks within SAGE 50, including banking activities, credit card transactions, payroll processing, employee records management and an introduction to personal taxation concepts. Students will develop practical core skills required to manage cash flow, reconcile accounts, and understand how payroll transactions connect to individual tax obligations.
This course develops foundational project management skills while introducing practical ways to apply artificial intelligence (AI) to project work. Students learn to plan, schedule, resource, control, and close projects using standard PM tools and deliverables, and they practice AI-enabled techniques for scope/work breakdown structure (WBS) development, risk and cost analysis, collaboration and reporting, and responsible AI governance.
In this course, students will be introduced to QuickBooks accounting software for small business activities. Students will learn how to set up new companies, use data files, set up new vendors and customers, and use QuickBooks lists. Students will also learn how to process transactions, create reports and graphs, and use the QuickBooks employee centre.
This course develops foundational recruitment and retention skills while introducing practical ways to apply artificial intelligence (AI) to talent acquisition and employee experience. Students learn to recruit, screen, select, onboard, and retain talent using standard HR tools and methods, and they practice AI-enabled techniques for job analysis, sourcing, candidate evaluation, structured interviewing, onboarding support, engagement/retention planning, and responsible AI governance.
In this course, students will learn how to set up and interact with different ledgers in Simply Accounting/Sage 50 to support small business activities. Students will be able to handle General Ledgers, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll transactions.
Students will complete either a practicum or a capstone project as the final step of their program, based on their selected stream. The practicum stream provides real-world experience through a placement with a corporate, public, or non-profit organization. The capstone project provides students with the opportunity to integrate and apply knowledge gained from all prior courses in a comprehensive, real-world business project. Throughout the capstone, students will demonstrate their abilities in strategic planning, market research, financial forecasting, operations management, human resources, digital marketing, and professional presentation. This project not only solidifies academic learning but also prepares students for real-world business challenges.
Job Market
Successful graduates of this business administration course may pursue a wide variety of interesting and rewarding professions, including:
- Executive Assistant
- Human Resources and Recruitment Officer
- Administrative Officer
- Bookkeeper
- Purchasing Agents and Officer
- Supervisor, General Office and Administrative Support Worker
- Accounting and Related Clerk
- Office Support Worker
- Administrative Clerk
- Banking, Insurance & Other Financial Clerks
Salary Information
Average Wage ($/hr) – $33.33
High Wage ($/hr) – $50.00
National Occupation Classification (NOC) for this program: 1241/13110, 1311/12200, 1431/14200, 1432/13102
Source: noc.esdc.gc.ca & www.jobbank.gc.ca
Admissions Requirements
Academic Admission Requirements:
Canadian High School diploma or equivalent. Willis College’s Admissions Team uses the Wonderlic assessment tool.
For Mature Students
Applicants without a high school diploma may qualify under Mature Student Status by meeting the following criteria:
- Age: Must meet provincial minimums (18 in ON; 19 in the rest of Canada), verified via government photo ID.
- Assessment: Achieve minimum cut-off scores on the securely proctored Wonderlic test.
- Prerequisites: Satisfy all program-specific and language proficiency requirements.
For full details, see the Willis College Mature Student Admissions Policy.
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Practicum / Capstone
Willis College offers two distinct learning paths for this program.
- Applied program: includes a practicum placement
- Capstone program: includes a capstone project
Students must decide their learning path/program of choice prior to enrollment. Once training has started, the student will be unable to change without withdrawing from the initial program, which can carry financial implications.
This program is an excellent fit for:
- Students seeking a versatile business diploma that opens doors to multiple career paths.
- Career changers looking to develop practical, in-demand business skills.
- Individuals interested in management, marketing, human resources, payroll, and business operations.
- Aspiring entrepreneurs who want a strong foundation in business and administration.
- Administrative professionals looking to broaden their skill set and advance their careers.
- New Canadians seeking Canadian workplace knowledge and practical business experience.
Why choose the Executive Business Administration program?
- Develop Versatile Business Skills: Build expertise across business management, accounting, marketing, human resources, and operations—giving you the flexibility to pursue a wide range of careers.
- Prepare for the AI-Enabled Workplace: Learn how to responsibly use artificial intelligence to improve productivity, decision-making, communication, and business processes.
- Gain Hands-On Experience: Choose between a practicum placement or a capstone project to apply your skills to real-world business challenges.
- Build Skills Employers Value: Graduate with practical experience using Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Sage, and other business technologies used in today's workplaces.
- Create Opportunities Across Industries: Prepare for careers in administration, operations, accounting support, human resources, marketing, finance, government, healthcare, and entrepreneurship.
- Graduate Ready for What's Next: Develop the confidence, adaptability, and professional skills to grow with your career as business continues to evolve.
What You'll Learn
- Business Management & Operations: Build a strong foundation in management, business operations, project management, and organizational leadership.
- Financial & Accounting Skills: Gain practical experience with accounting, payroll, financial reporting, QuickBooks, and Sage to support informed business decisions.
- Marketing & Human Resources: Learn the fundamentals of marketing, recruitment, employee engagement, and human resource management to support organizational success.
- AI-Enabled Business Practices: Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming business, marketing, human resources, project management, and decision-making while learning to apply AI responsibly in the workplace.
- Professional Communication & Leadership: Develop the written, verbal, and interpersonal skills needed to collaborate effectively, lead teams, and build strong workplace relationships.
- Career-Ready Experience: Apply your learning through a practicum placement or capstone project while strengthening your résumé, interview, and professional skills.
Learning at Willis College
- Industry-Aligned Programs: Career-ready curricula designed alongside top employers to ensure your skills match current market demands.
- Instructor-Led, Applied Learning: Hands-on training taught by industry experts who bring real-world knowledge, mentorship, and practical insight into the classroom.
- Flexible Learning Pathways: Tailored study options—in-person, online, or hybrid—that fit your lifestyle and meet you where you are.
- Personalized Small-Class Support: Dedicated guidance and encouragement in smaller group settings where you are a person, not a number.
- Accessible Funding Assistance: Direct support navigating student loans, grants, scholarships, and flexible payment plans to make your education attainable.
- Lifetime Career Services: Continuous job-search support and career counseling to help you transition smoothly from the classroom to the workforce.
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"Attending Willis gave me my self-confidence back. It helped me turn my life around. I came to Willis broken and I came out fixed and reinvented. Invest in yourself and go to Willis! The school and faculty invest themselves in you."
Ryan Shank
Executive Business Administration Graduate