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Diploma in Information Technology and Management

This program is available only to applicants residing in Canada.

This diploma program supports the academic pursuits of students who have completed the Certificate in Information Technology offered through TRU-OL. Normally, students complete diploma courses on a part-time basis while employed in the industry. Those taking the Diploma in Management Studies may not pursue this diploma.

Admission Requirements

Successful completion of one of the following:

  • Certificate in Information Technology offered through TRU-OL
  • UVic Computer Based Information Systems Certificate
  • Other recognized IT or computing certificate, including most formerly offered through OLA Skill Centres (for certificates less than 30 credits or lacking key prerequisites, TRU-OL may specify that courses in addition to those required for the diploma be completed)
  • 30 or more transferable credits, with a minimum 21 credits in IT or related courses (CMPT, CPSC)

Students who plan to complete a credential through TRU-OL must complete and submit a Program Admission/Transfer Credit form.

Residency Requirements

9 credits of TRU coursework (distance or on-campus)

Diploma Requirements

Normally, 30 additional credits, with a minimum graduating grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 (C average), are required as follows:

ENGL 1071, Business Communication (3) or BBUS 3631, Open Communication (3)

MNGT 1111, Supervision (3) or MNGT 1211, Management Principles and Practices (3)

MNGT 2131, Motivation and Productivity (3) or BBUS 4135, Motivation and Productivity (3)

BBUS 3931, Business Law (3) (formerly BUSM 241)

18 credits of approved electives. Suggested electives include courses that do not overlap with previous studies and 2000-level or above CMPT courses, subject to appropriate prerequisites and TRU-OL approval. Suggested business and management studies electives include BBUS 2211, Introduction to Financial Accounting; BBUS 2541, Management Accounting; BBUS 3431, Introduction to Marketing; BBUS 3621, Analytical Decision Making.

The overall 60 credits for the certificate and the diploma must include a minimum of 18 credits at the 2000-level and 30 credits in IT subjects.

Students are responsible for consulting with their TRU-OL program advisor to ensure that courses selected are appropriate for the program of study or to meet future educational goals.

Email Student Services for more information.