Your Queen’s Degree +
Powerful Business Credentials
Apply between February 1 - April 1, 2026 to start in May
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Augment your Queen’s degree with a recognized Smith School of Business credential.
The Certificate in Business program consists of six introductory-level courses taught by the same renowned faculty who lead Smith’s top-ranked Bachelor of Commerce program and MBA programs. Delivered fully online, the Certificate offers a flexible way to develop the business skills you need to support your next career move.
Through four core courses, you’ll build a strong foundation in marketing, finance, accounting, and organizational behaviour. Two electives allow you to tailor your learning around your interests and career goals.
All courses appear on your official transcript and strengthen your ability to stand out in a competitive job market.
Program capacity
A limited number of applicants are accepted annually. No business background is required.
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All courses are taught at the introductory level, allowing you to build a strong foundation in business. Strengthen your professional skillset and open new career pathways – when it’s convenient for you. No prior business coursework is required.
Flexible Learning That Fits Your Life.
Whether you’re working full-time, exploring new opportunities, or balancing personal commitments, CIB’s fully online format allows you to complete courses from anywhere, whenever you have time in your schedule.
Study on Your Schedule.
Choose from three start dates and take courses during Summer, Fall or Winter terms. CIB’s flexible pacing enables you to pursue skill development at a speed that aligns with your goals.
Key Features
Flexible Scheduling
Three start dates annually with asynchronous online delivery
Extended Timeline
Complete up to five years after enrollment
Career-Aligned Skill Development
Build practical business capabilities you can apply immediately, from financial literacy and marketing fundamentals to accounting and organizational behaviour
Admission Requirements
- Queen’s graduates must have completed an undergraduate degree from Queen’s University. Applicants are considered Queen’s graduates after the first undergraduate degree is conferred.
- Applicants who have completed an undergraduate degree at Queen’s must have a minimum 2.60 cumulative GPA to be considered for admission.
- Queen’s graduates who have completed courses at Queen’s required for the Certificate, at the 200‐level, must have achieved at least a C‐ in those courses to be considered for admission.
Progression Requirements
- Achieve a minimum grade of C- (1.7) in each Certificate course.
- Once enrolled in the Certificate, students from other post‐secondary institutions have up to five years (fifteen terms) to complete the Certificate.
Fees for 2025-2026
All credits must be taken at the 600-level to meet the certificate requirements.
600-Level Courses
| Student | Units per course | Fee per unit | Fee per course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Students | 3.0 | $493.56 | $1,480.68 |
| International Students | 3.0 | $1,843.63 | $5,530.89 |
Any applicable student activity fees (SAF), student assistance levy (SAL), and University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) assessed by Queen’s University are not included in the above totals.
Note: fees do not include access to the Smith School of Business Career Advancement Centre.
Pay as You Go
Applicants pay a non-refundable application fee of $100. Tuition is assessed per course at the time of enrollment. There are no additional program fees.