Business Management (DipTech)
Gain practical business skills tailored for the agriculture and food sectors, preparing you for a dynamic career in management.
Why choose this program?
Take the Technology Diploma in Business Management at Dalhousie's Faculty of Agriculture on the Agricultural Campus in Truro, N.S. You'll acquire business skills like accounting, writing and decision-making, while exploring topics relevant to your chosen specialization in Dairy Farming or Agriculture.
Admission requirements
Minimum admission requirements
To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:
- Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
- Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
- Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).
Admission to many ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøprograms is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Program-specific admission requirements
Undergraduate admission requirements vary based on your previous education and your intended program of study at Dalhousie.
Financial information
A university education is a significant financial investment. Every student is unique, and so are their financial circumstances. We offer competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources and support to help you explore financial options and develop a plan that works for you.Ìý
Program options
Our Department offers a two-year Diploma in Business Management (DBM). Students in the DBM program can obtain a specialization in one of two areas: Dairy Farming or Agriculture.
The following Veterinary Technology program options are offered by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Faculty of Agriculture. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as:  
Diploma in Business ManagementÌý
What you will learn
Every student in the Business Management Diploma program receives a broad business education. You'll take courses in Business Math and Writing for Business and Accounting while also learning in detail about your chosen field (Agriculture or Dairy Farming) both inside and outside the classroom.Ìý
Sample courses (Agriculture):
- Utlization of Plant Resources
- Forage-Based Cropping Sytems
- Agricultural Manager I
Sample courses (Dairy Farming):
- Dairy Industry I
- Animal Feed and Nutrition Management
- Managing Dairy Milking Systems and Housing Facilities
You’ll also be required to take Workplace Readiness certificates, including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), First Aid, Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) and a Farm Health & Safety Management Certificate.
Careers
You'll be prepared to explore a range of career options in your chosen specialty, from operating your own business to working in sales and marketing.
Future studies could include more detailed diploma-level programs such as Plant Science Technology or Managed Landscapes. Future studies may also include completing a Bachelor of Science with a major in Agricultural Business.
