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Marketing

Learn more about studying Marketing as an international student.

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Key facts

Program
Postgraduate diploma
Duration
1 year
Program
On campus
Pace
Full-time
Annual tuition fee
19,485CAD
Start date
Jan, May, Sep
University ranking
Not ranked

Program overview

What Douglas College says about their program:

Gain business and marketing skills you can apply to a variety of industries with the Post-Degree Diploma (PDD) in Marketing. You'll learn to devise marketing strategies, design promotional campaigns, perform market research, and use marketing techniques that incorporate the latest trends in customer relationship management and corporate social responsibility. Best of all, you'll learn to think like a marketer.

The PDD marketing program is ideal if you already work in marketing or want to broaden your skill base, transition into management or market your own business. Courses emphasize practical skills and use a blend of lectures, case studies and group work on real projects in the business community.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

High school graduation OR 19 years of age by the end of the first month of studies in the semester of entry to Douglas College
Minimum overall grade average of 60% (or equivalent) in the final year of high school
Minimum final grade of “C” or 60% (or equivalent) in Grade 11 Mathematics or equivalent for most programs
You must be at least 17 years of age by the end of the first month of studies in the semester of entry to Douglas College.
Some specialized programs may have other, or higher admission requirements in addition to the ones outlined above.
Due to the competitive nature of admissions into many programs at Douglas College, merely meeting the minimum admission requirements does not always guarantee admission.

Postgraduate academic requirements

Graduation from a recognized degree-granting post-secondary institution with a minimum 3-year bachelor's degree; and
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 60% (or equivalent) during the bachelor's degree program
Some specialized programs may have other, or higher admission requirements in addition to the ones outlined above.
For students transferring from other recognized post-secondary institutions in Canada, a minimum GPA of 2.0 is required (based on most recent full-time studies).
Due to the competitive nature of admissions into many programs at Douglas College, merely meeting the minimum admission requirements does not always guarantee admission.

English proficiency

TOEFL iBT
83 (minimum 21 in Writing for Post-Degree and Post-Baccalaureate programs)
IELTS Academic
6.5 (no band below 6.0 for Post-Degree and Post-Baccalaureate programs)
Duolingo
110
CAEL
overall and essay score of 60
EIKEN
Minimum placement of Grade 1
PTE
56

English proficiency waivers

International Baccalaureate (IB) Minimum grade of 3 or C
Advanced Placement (AP) English Language or Literature Minimum grade of 3 or C
Enrolment in a college or university level English or communication course (recognized B.C. post-secondary institutions only) Minimum grade of C recommended
Graduation from a recognized bachelor or master degree program at an accredited university at which English is the primary language of instruction in a country where English is the principle language may be accepted a proof of English (Depending on the program of study, the length of the program and time since graduation)

Documents required

Application form
Application fee
High school/college transcripts
Diploma of previous studies
Translations
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of a valid passport

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Scholarships at Douglas College

Douglas International Education Regional Entrance Award
Official page
Douglas College offers a Regional Entrance Award for new international students, typically valued at CAD 1,000 to CAD 2,000. Students from all countries are eligible and are automatically assessed when applying by the semester deadline.
Dr. Guangwei Ouyang International Education Entrance Scholarship
Official page
Douglas College’s Dr. Guangwei Ouyang International Education Entrance Scholarship is a separate-application award for new international students. Selection is based on academic performance and broader contribution potential.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Fee information

Undergraduate tuition
CAD$21,238 per year
Graduate tuition
CAD$21,238 per year

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What is the cost of living near Douglas College?

Category	Cost (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre	$1,821Range: $1,300 to $2,634
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre	$1,599Range: $1,047 to $2,218
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)	$211Range: $118 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)	$85Range: $60 to $125
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)	$60Range: $34 to $100
Monthly public transport pass	$103Range: $72 to $156
Monthly grocery basket	$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink	$5Range: $3 to $8
Cinema or cultural event ticket	$16Range: $13 to $22
Gym membership	$58Range: $25 to $100

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Douglas College

Canada student visa requirements