*Previously called “Business Management Post-Degree Diploma – Information Technology Specialization”
The Post-Degree Diploma in Information Technology (PDD in IT) is ideally suited to students who already hold a minimum three-year degree in information technology or computer science. The advanced study in information technology and business management will enhance employability for entry and middle management positions in various information technology professions, depending on prior educational experience.
The fields of study comprising this multi-disciplinary program include communications, specialized information technology, and business management courses. For international students with a three-year degree in information technology or a related field, the program introduces information technology and management concepts in a Canadian context, with emphasis on networks, server management, virtual software systems, internal and external communications, organizational behaviour, human resource management, and project management.
The information on this program page is a summary of the official Program Information and Completion Guide approved by NLC’s Education Council, effective September 2026. (Current Program Completion Guide).
Career Prospects
The objective of this program is to enhance the employability of internationally-trained information technology graduates as they transition into information technology careers in Canada, with an emphasis on management positions.
Details
Intakes
| Location | Starting | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fort St John | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Spring | Full-Time, Part-Time |
Length
62 credits (930 hours), minimum.
This is a two year program taken over four semesters with minimum of 15 credits per semester. Depending on a student’s start-date, academic readiness, and academic progress, the PDD in IT may be completed in four semesters. However, a fifth semester may be necessary. Part-time studies will take longer. Students in this program select course loads and course schedules that fit their needs and course availability. Registration is completed semester-by-semester.
Estimated Program Fees
Program fee type: Academic
Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.
Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.
Domestic Fees
| Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $ 3,726.30 | $ 154.18 | $ 51.36 | $ 3,931.84 |
| Year 2 (estimated) | $ 3,800.83 | $ 157.26 | $ 52.39 | $ 4,010.48 |
International Fees
| Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related Fees | International Medical Insurance | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $ 13,346.00 | $ 162.42 | $ 51.36 | $ 289.80* | $ 13,849.58 |
| Year 2 (estimated) | $ 14,013.30 | $ 170.54 | $ 51.36 | $ 14,235.20 |
*Per four months
Still have questions?
Contact:
- info@nlc.bc.ca if you are in Canada
- info@international.nlc.bc.ca if you are outside of Canada
- academic-chair@nlc.bc.ca if you are currently an NLC student
Admission Requirements
A. Official transcripts demonstrating successful completion of, at minimum, a three-year degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline, completed within 5 years of admission into the program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
B. Domestic students and students from countries that practice Standard Written English (see Appendix A) must have official transcripts demonstrating that they have met the English Requirements: One of the following with a “C” grade or higher: English 12 or English Literature 12 or English First Peoples 12, ENGL 050, or ENGL 099. Alternatively, any university-level English course with a “C” grade or higher. Students who do not meet one of the above English requirements must complete the NLC Writing Assessment for appropriate course placement.
C. International students who do not meet the requirement B. above, and domestic students who received their secondary education in French or another language, must show that they have met the NLC English requirement: see Appendix A (General Academic English Language Proficiency Requirements)
D. Math Recommendation: One of the following with a ‘C’ grade (60%) or higher: Pre-calculus 11, Principles of Mathematics 11, Foundations of Math 11, MATH 040, or equivalent. Alternatively, any university-level Math course with a “C” grade or higher. Students who do not meet the math requirement will demonstrate readiness for MATH 050 as determined by the CCP Math appraisal.
E. Applicants without a three-year degree or higher, who are applying with an equivalent combination of education and experience, must submit documentation of a minimum of two years relevant work experience.
Note that some University Arts and Sciences elective courses have specific prerequisites. Meeting the entrance requirements for the Post-Degree Diploma in Information Technology Management does not ensure course prerequisites have been met for all available courses.
Important Notes
- This program is eligible for Canada Student Loans. Visit Student Aid BC to apply for financial assistance online.
- Requirement for program: Laptop computer with Intel Core i9 processor and 32 GB of RAM and a 2 TB hard drive, or equivalent or better. Operating System Requirements: Windows 11 Education or Pro. Note: Windows 11 Home and unlicensed/pirated versions are not compatible with the software used in these programs.
- Course transfer agreements allow students to receive course-by-course transfer to other colleges, universities, and institutes in BC, as indicated in the BC Transfer Guide.
- NLC courses may transfer to professional associations such as the Certified General Accountants, Certified Management Accountants, Chartered Accountants, Aboriginal Financial Officers Association, Canadian Bankers Institute, and others. Students are responsible for confirming transferability of course credits to any external organization.
Program Requirements
| Residency Requirement | 50% of all coursework must be completed at Northern Lights College; note that a minimum 60% or ‘C’ grade (60%) is required for courses to be considered for transfer into this program. The age of the course will also be considered in course transfer |
|---|---|
| Minimum Grade Requirements | 2.00 program Grade Point Average (GPA); minimum grade as stipulated in each course |
*Please note the following semester break down is based on a student beginning their program in the Fall semester. Students starting in other semesters should consult with the course catalogue in Borealis and with a Program Advisor when selecting courses.
Semester One
All of:
- ECON 105 – Principles of Economics (3.0 credits)
- ENGL 110 – Introduction to Workplace Communications (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 104 – Principles of Management (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 120 – Financial Accounting (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 150 – Business Mathematics (3.0 credits)
Semester Two
All of:
- ENGL 100 – Academic Writing (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 217 – Business Systems Analysis and Design (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 221 – Managerial Accounting (3.0 credits)
- Two Electives from the list below (minimum 6.0 credits)
Semester Three
All of:
- MGMT 225 – Strategic Management (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 260 – Principles of Corporate Finance I (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 425 – Integrated Strategic Management Seminar (1.0 credit)
- Two Electives from the list below (minimum 6.0 credits)
Semester Four
All of:
- MGMT 450 – Principles of Project Management (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 453 – Project Management Seminar Information Technology Specialization (1.0 credit)
- Four Electives from the list below (minimum 12.0 credits)
Electives List
(at least 3 choices must be ITEC courses. Some ITEC and MGMT courses may have prerequisites. It is recommended that students consult with a Program Advisor before making course selections)
PSYC 224 – Organizational Behavior (3.0 credits)
COMM 301 – Organizational Communications (3.0 Credits)
FNST 100 – Indigenous Peoples of Canada (3.0 Credits)
OR FNST 102 -Treaties and Aboriginal Rights (3.0 Credits)
MGMT 204 – Human Resource Management (Personnel) (3.0 credits)
MGMT 210: Advertising and Promotion (3.0 credits)
MGMT 219: Entrepreneurship: Start Up (3.0 credits)
MGMT 301 – Management Skills for Supervisors (3.0 credits)
MGMT 261 – Principles of Corporate Finance II (3.0 credits)
MGMT 228 – Business Law: Principles and Applications (3.0 credits)
MGMT 280: Safety Management (3.0 credits)
MGMT 295: Management Science (3.0 credits)
MGMT 302: Business Sustainability and The Environment (3.0 credits)
MGMT 304: Operations Management (3.0 credits)
MGMT 305: Business Analytics (3.0 credits)
MGMT 306: Management Science II (3.0 credits)
MGMT 430: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility (3.0 credits)
ITEC 150: Small Computer Systems: Organization And Architecture (3.0 credits)
ITEC 112: Foundations of Web Development (3.0 credits)
ITEC 210: Database Design (3.0 credits)
ITEC 220: Object Oriented Programming with Java (3.0 credits)
ITEC 225: Android Mobile Application Development (3.0 credits)
ITEC 235: Computer Graphics and Animation for the Web (3.0 credits)
*ITEC 241: Data Communication and Network Infrastructure (3.0 credits)
**ITEC 243: Introduction to Cloud Computing (3.0 credits)
ITEC 245: iOS App Development (3.0 credits)
***ITEC 251: Cyber Security Analysis (3.0 credits)
ITEC 255: Human Computer Interaction (3.0 credits)
CPSC 123: Introduction to Object Oriented Programming C++ (4.0 credits)
Applicants who have previously completed some of the required courses in the entrance qualifying credential prior to admission will be exempt from taking the same courses, but will be required to take additional elective credits in order to complete the minimum 60 credits for the PDD Information Technology Management credential.
*Students with credit for ITEC 240 are exempt from taking ITEC 241
**Students with credit for ITEC 320 are exempt from taking ITEC 243
***Students with credit for ITEC 250 are exempt from taking ITEC 251
Credential
Post-Degree Diploma in Information Technology Management