Student Experience

What to Expect

Algonquin College is proud to provide a diverse and dynamic student experience. Check out the highlights below to get a sense of what to expect as a student in the Business Management and Entrepreneurship program.

Success Stories and Testimonials

“The Business Management and Entrepreneurship program has helped turn my life around and I loved nearly every minute. I spent two years applying classes to my startup project which I incorporated shortly after graduation. I am still in touch with classmates and professors who helped me open the door to the real world. I am now a Partner at Arcadis focusing on growth and product marketing.”
– Tomas Kolafa, Graduate, Partner, Arcadis

“I enrolled in the BME program to learn two crucial business skills: how to develop more confidence and how to get comfortable taking risks. In two short years, I learned just that. What sets this program apart are its quality professors and practical coursework. You’re always working in groups, so you learn quickly how to collaborate with others. There are also plenty of opportunities with co-op and extracurriculars to put what you learn into practice. Overall, I loved the time I spent at Algonquin College.”
– Keshana King, Graduate, Operations Manager at Impact Hub Ottawa

“The Business Management and Entrepreneurship (BME) program has been instrumental in shaping my career journey in the world of business and entrepreneurship. What I particularly valued was the program’s practical approach, which included hands-on projects, case studies, and opportunities to collaborate with industry partners. The support and mentorship provided by experienced faculty members who are actively involved in the business community is unmatched. I love coming back to the BME classrooms as a guest speaker and being involved in the journey of future BME graduates.”
– Nishima Malviya, Social Media Specialist, Invest Ottawa

Work-Integrated Learning

Students have access to the Discovery, Applied Research and Entrepreneurship (DARE) District and our entrepreneurship and innovation centre, including Makerspace.

Activities such as the B-ME Grill (Business Plan Pitch) in which students pitch their business plan to a panel of industry judges and program faculty, provides opportunities for hands-on, experiential learning.

Students have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term. Please note that places in the co-op work term are subject to availability and academic eligibility.

Competitions

Students have the option to participate in the Ontario Colleges’ Marketing Competition (OCMC). This annual competition gives students valuable real-world experience and a chance to stand out in today’s competitive workforce. Read more about the opportunity here.