Through these pathway programs, Q College gives students a fast track and the essential skills to progress in their learning and employability success.
All Q College programs focus on practical critical thinking, career and academic skills that set students up for success at colleges and universities. Our programs and courses are designed from the ground up based on learners’ needs and with a focus on innovation.
After graduating from a diploma from our pathway partner, international students will be able to apply for a PGWP (Post Graduate Work Permit) and gain the work experience necessary to qualify for permanent residency in Canada.
Have a look at our pathway agreements and feel free to reach out to our student services coordinator for guidance and to help you make informed decisions in this important aspect.


Freedom to choose their student and employment paths

Increased chances of
undergraduate
admission

Build a strong network

More career opportunities and high wages from a diploma to a degree
- How they learn
- When they learn
- What they learn
- Where they learn
- What projects they produce
- How they are tested

Q College offers pathway programs to its students, allowing them to continue
at our partner schools and universities to further their education.
With a pathway program within their reach, students are able to build the skills,
knowledge, and qualifications they need to enter and successfully complete a
further diploma or a bachelor’s degree program.
Q College Pathway Agreements

The Q College - Vancouver Community College Pathway
Q College and Vancouver Community College have created a comprehensive cross-institutional pathway that enables Q graduates to gain direct entry to the second year of VCC’s Diploma of Hospitality Management or Semester 5 of Bachelor of Hospitality Management Degree.
Business Administration
Business Administration Diploma Web & Digital marketing
VCC Equivalent
Diploma in Hotel Management
Q College
HOSP 1620 Hospitality Computer Applications
BUSA.101 Intro to Business Computing
HOSP 2370 Management Principles
BUSA.102 Management Essentials
HOSP 1810 Business Math
MATH.104 Business Math
HOSP 2620 Introduction to Marketing
MKTG.105 Introduction to Marketing
HOSP 1860 Financial Accounting
ACCT.106 Accounting 1
HOSP 2810 Management Accounting
ACCT.108 Accounting 2
HOSP 2470 Organizational Behaviour
ORGB.109 Organizational Behavior
HOSP 1960 Introduction to Economics
ECON. 110 Principles of Economics
VCC Equivalent
Diploma in Hotel Management
Q College
HOSP 1620 Hospitality Computer Applications
BUSA 101 Intro to Business Computing
HOSP 2370 Management Principles
BUSA 102 Management Essentials
HOSP 1810 Business Math
MATH 104 Business Math
HOPS 2620 Introduction to Marketing
MKTG 105 Introduction to Marketing
HOSP 1860 Financial Accounting
ACCT 106 Accounting 1
HOSP 2810 Management Accounting
ACCT 108 Accounting 2
HOSP 2470 Organizational Behaviour
ORGB 109 Organizational Behavior
HOSP 1960 Introduction to Economics
ECON 110 Principles of Economics
Diploma in Hotel Management
Second Year of the BA Diploma
HOSP 2460 Hospitality Business Law
BLAW 111 Business Law
HOSP 2410 Human Resource Management
HRMT 112 Human Resource Management
HOSP 1660 Industry Work Experience
BUSA 120 Business Capstone (must be hospitality work experience)

The Q College University Canada West Pathway
Q College and University Canada West have created a comprehensive cross-institutional pathway that enables Q graduates from the Business Administration Diploma Web & Digital marketing Specialty program to receive up to 13 courses or 39 credit hours towards the Bachelor of Commerce degree at UCW which consists of 40 courses or 120 credits.
Specific course transfer equal to 33 credits in year 1 and 2, will be given for the following course(s):
Year 1
Q College Courses
UCW BCom Courses
Credit Value
CPSC 110 Introduction to Computer Applications
3
BUSI 100 Introduction to Business
3
Introduction to Marketing
MRKT 201 Marketing Management
3
Accounting 1
ACCT 140 Accounting Principles
3
Accounting 2
ORGB 201 Organizational Behaviour
3
Organisation Behavior
ECON 102 Principles of Microeconomics
3
Principles of Economics
ECON 104 Principles of Macroeconomics
3
Year 2
Q College Courses
UCW BCom Courses
Credit Value
Business Law
BUSI 325 Business Law
3
Human Resource Management
HRMT 301 Human Resource Management
3
Service Marketing
MRKT 221 Service Marketing
3
English
ENGL 100 Academic Writing
3
Unspecified elective course transfer equal to 6 credits will be given for the following course(s):
Q College Courses
UCW BCom Courses
Credit Value
Understanding North America
General IXX elective
3
Web and Digital Marketing
General 2XX elective
3
University of Tasmania
UTAS Equivalent
Bachelor of Business
Q College
Business Administration Diploma (Web & Digital Marketing Specialty Program)
Units required for completion of the Bachelor of Business (B3A)
Bachelor of Business
Students will be granted entry to the Bachelor of Business and receive 100 credit points (8 x 12.5 units). Course units are available at here. Majors in Accounting, Business Economics, Finance, Human Resources Management, Management and Marketing only.
(Bachelor's): Duration to complete the Bachelor's Degree at University of Tasmania
Hobart, Semester 1 & 2 intakes: 2 years full time (Majors in Accounting, Human Resources Management, Management and Marketing only)
Hobart, Semester 1 intakes: 2 years full time (Major in Business Economics) Semester 2 intake is not suitable for Business Economics.
Hobart, Semester 1 intake: 2.5 years full time (Major in Finance) Semester 2 intake: 2 years full time (Major in Finance)
Launceston, Accelerated Study Period 1, 2 & 3 intakes: 1.5 years full time (Majors in Accounting, Management and Marketing only)
Course Note:
Credit details are: 100 credit points (8 x 12.5 units) of advanced standing comprising 6 specified units, (BMA101 introduction to Management, BAA111 People & Organisations, BFA104 Accounting Context & Method, BMA151/251 Principles of Marketing, BMA258 Services Marketing, BMA101 Introduction to Management) and 25 credit points (2 x 12.5 units) of electives.
Contact us today for more information on
the Q College Pathway Program
Neepa Shah
Student Recruitment Contracts, North India
international [email protected]
The Q College - Vancouver Community
College Pathway
Q College and Vancouver Community College have created a comprehensive
cross-institutional pathway that enables Q graduates to gain direct entry to the
second year of VCC’s Diploma of Hospitality Management or Semester 5 of
Bachelor of Hospitality Management Degree.
Program Overview
This pathway offers Q College students a fast-track program to the Diploma of
Hospitality Management at Vancouver Community College (VCC), which promotes
innovative, industry-based learning among its 15,000-strong student population.

Here are the Q programs eligible
for this pathway:

Business Administration

Business Administration, Web and Digital Marketing Strategy
Full Stack Web Developer

About the Partner Institution
Vancouver Community College (VCC) annually welcomes 15,000 students, of which 1,000 are international learners.
It prepares all students to be efficient members of a competitive workforce. It delivers innovative, industry-based learning in all of its 34 programs.
The campus is at the heart of busy Vancouver, offering student-run services that cater even to the public. This
provides the student’s an easily accessible avenue for practical application of what they learn in the classrooms. VCC
boasts of a 90% post-college employment rate among its graduates.
VCC’s campus facilities include gourmet restaurants, an auto shop, and salon and spa allow students to hone their
skills and training while providing high-quality lower-cost services to the Downtown and East Vancouver communities.
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Q College
Business Administration
Certificate for 1 Year
Vancouver Community College
Direct Entry to Year 2 of the Diploma of
Hospitality Management
Q College
Business Administration
Certificate for 1 Year or
Diploma for 2 Years
Vancouver Community College
Direct Entry to Semester 5 of Bachelor of
Hospitality Management Degree
Frequently Asked Questions
You must graduate from Q College’s Business Administration Certificate or Business Administration Diploma with a minimum “B” (2.50/4.33) GPA.
- Direct Entry to Year 2 of the Diploma of Hospitality Management
- Direct Entry to Semester 5 of Bachelor of Hospitality Management Degree
Our terms start in September
VCC, Downton Campus
250 W Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S9
The fees vary depending on the program, but estimates are around $17,000.
International students must maintain a full-time course load. Full-time students are eligible to work 20 hours per week, according to the IRCC.
Qualified applicants will receive an offer from VCC.
Program seats are limited and are offered on a first-qualified, first admitted basis.
Successful graduates from the Business Administration Certificate or the Business Administration Diploma may be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit. The eligibility is determined by individual IRCC officers processing the applications.
VCC does not offer accommodation but students may access homestay services. On-campus facilities include cafeterias, restaurants, bakery, salon and spa, dental office, auto shop, and more.