Maria Aquino (far right) poses with business students and faculty at the Herzing College Winnipeg campus
A lot of people choose business administration training because it opens up so many different career paths. Accounting, marketing, sales, management, client services...this program builds a strong foundation in several key areas of business.
And that's exactly what Maria Theresa Aquino was looking for when she started the Business Administration program at Herzing earlier this year.
Updated December 2023
A business diploma is one of the most versatile training programs you can pursue. The skills taught in this program open doors to a wide range of career options—and courses can be completed in two years or even less.
We meet with hundreds of students every year, many of them considering careers in business. Are you one of them? How do you know if this program is right for you?
Updated December 2023
How do you know if you're a good fit for business training? Before you spend thousands on tuition and invest the time in studying, how can you be sure this path is right for you?
These are crucial questions for any student—questions you absolutely should be asking. College is a big investment of time and money.
The point of training is to build on your natural skills and get qualified for a career you'll be great at and truly enjoy.
So before you take the next step, consider the nine points on this list. These are some clear signs you're suited for business training and would be successful in this career path.
Updated December 2023
You don't need a university degree to successfully manage a team or start your own business.
The world is full of incredibly successful CEOs and entrepreneurs who never attended or finished university, but still managed to build incredible empires.
Apple mastermind Steve Jobs; legendary Vogue editor Anna Wintour; culinary superstar Rachael Ray (she didn't even have formal cooking training). And let's not forget billionaire founder of the Virgin Group Richard Branson...these are just a few examples of brilliant business leaders who never earned business degrees.
Updated December 2023
There is no doubt that office administrators are the backbone of every business, not-for-profit, government office, and corporation. From answering phones to managing projects to processing payroll, administrative professionals make sure the operation runs smoothly. No organization could survive without their skills.
Updated January 2024
Have you ever suffered an injury at work? Was the cause a faulty piece of equipment or unsafe workspace?
Every year, thousands of Canadians report job-related illness, injury, and even death. The repercussions of unsafe workplaces ripple through our communities, changing lives forever.
Updated December 2023
There are so many career paths students can pursue after earning a business diploma. Accounting, office administration, marketing, client services, human resources, sales...even starting your own business.
Where does business development fit into the equation?
Updated November 2022
When most people think about the challenges of running an office, the very first thing that comes to mind is multitasking.
Offices are hubs of activity. They are the nerve centre of every company, small business, government agency, and community organization.
Offices are, by definition, busy environments where employees coordinate projects, hold meetings, pitch ideas, and carry out routine operations.
Updated December 2023
Business college opens up so many career paths for graduates. Sales, marketing, client services, accounting, starting your own business—the possibilities are both exciting and a little overwhelming.
Which path should you take? Which business career best suits your natural abilities, interests, and professional goals? Where should you start out after earning your diploma?
In this post, we look at the role of account manager, one of your possible pathways after business training.
Updated May 2023
There's a common misconception that office support staff have it easy. Because they're not primary decision-makers or managing a whole department, many are quick to assume the job is simple—something anyone could do.
Nothing could be further from the truth! Administrative assistants are the engine of every office. They keep daily operations running smoothly, handle all kinds of last-minute emergencies, and in many ways, act as the "face" of a company.
