Program Overview

VanWest College Programs

VanWest College offers a range of programs for students, including English language courses, college programs, and vocational training.

English Programs

The English programs at VanWest College include:

• General English
• English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
• VanExpress IELTS Preparation (VIP)
• English for Business
• Speak Up (All Day Speaking)
• English for Flight Attendants
• English for Customer Relations
• English for Social Media
• English for Kids
• English for Youth
• High School Preparation
• One-to-One Lessons
• Electives

These programs are available at both the Vancouver and Kelowna locations, with some variations in course offerings.

College Programs

The college programs at VanWest College include:

Post-Secondary (Co-op)

• Supply Chain Management Co-op Diploma
• Commerce & Marketing Co-op Diploma
• Business Management Co-op Diploma
• Hospitality Management Co-op Diploma
• Professional Customer Service Co-op Certificate

Post-Secondary (Non Co-op)

• Early Childhood Education Certificate
• Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA)
• Cross-Cultural Business Communication Certificate

Admissions

Admission to VanWest College programs requires:

• Completion of high school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent
• English language proficiency, which can be demonstrated through:
  • Completion of EAP 300 with a final grade of 75% from VanWest College
  • IELTS Academic 6.0+
  • TOEFL IBT 79+
  • Duolingo 115+
  • Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE): Minimum overall score of 169 or grade "C+"
  • EIKEN Pre-1 with a combined score of at least 2600
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic with no single score lower than 59 or with an overall score of 62 and above

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees for VanWest College programs vary depending on the program and location. The fees include:

• Course fee (domestic or international)
• Application fee (domestic or international)
• Student services fee

Course Details

Excel for Business Analytics

• Course ID: BUS130
• Course Name: Excel for Business Analytics
• Course Length: 2 months (8 weeks)
• Offered Location: Vancouver
• Method: In-person Lecture
• Start Dates: 2026: January 19 / 2027: February 15
• Course Schedule: Monday & Wednesday (3:00 – 5:45 PM or 6:00 – 9:30 PM) Tuesday & Thursday (3:00 – 5:45 PM or 6:00 – 9:30 PM)
• Credential: Upon the successful completion of this single course, you will receive Excel for Business Analytics Single Course Certificate

Admission Requirement

• English Admission Requirement: Same as above
• Academic Admission Requirement: High School Diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent

Tuition & Fees

• Course Fee (Domestic): $1,000
• Course Fee (International): $1,300
• Application Fee (Domestic): $150
• Application Fee (International): $250
• Student Services Fee: $250

Textbook

• Textbook: Frye, C. (2019) Microsoft Excel 2019: Step by Step. Microsoft Press
• ISBN: ISBN-10: / ISBN-13:
• Online Source: Vital Source
• Buy at VanWest: Yes

Student Life

VanWest College offers a range of student life activities, including:

• Campus events
• Student housing
• Vancouver activities
• Kelowna activities
• Co-op events
• Graduation
• Testimonials
• Blog