Program Overview

Graduate Foundation Program Online

Program Overview

The Graduate Foundation Program online is designed for applicants seeking admission to graduate programs at the University of Niagara Falls Canada who fall slightly below the entry requirements for their program of choice. This program provides a pathway to improve grades and prepare for successful admission to a master's program at UNF.

Program Details

• Start dates: Fall (Oct), Winter (Jan), Spring (April), Summer (July)
• Program length: 3 months
• Credits: Nine
• Program delivery: Online

Program Description

This program allows students to familiarize themselves with the academic environment and expectations at UNF, enabling a smooth transition into the master's program of their choice upon successful completion. Coursework takes place online, using the same content and course materials as the on-campus program.

Why Study Online?

• Flexibility: Study from anywhere, at your own pace.
• Enhance online collaboration and communication skills: Develop essential skills for the digital age.
• Support: Receive support from faculty and staff throughout the program.

Courses

• Digital Business Fundamentals: Explore the intersection of technology and business, gaining insights into how digital innovations are transforming traditional business models and practices.
• Leadership and Management: Examine effective business leadership models, derive leadership styles, strengths, and attitudes, and apply leadership theories, models, and practices in authentic scenarios.
• Business Statistics: Learn statistical concepts, methods, and procedures used in business, including descriptive statistics, data analysis, probability theory, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, and linear regression.
• International Business: Develop a broad understanding of the global marketplace and the essential elements of international business.

Program Structure

• Delivery modes: Fully online program.
• Schedule: Asynchronous learning, with no scheduled classes.
• Timeline:
  • Weeks 1-10: Access course content online and complete tasks.
  • Weeks 11-12: Complete review activities, final exams, and/or final projects.
• Course content: Each course has a syllabus and additional course materials available at the start of the term, except for exams and quizzes.
• Participation: Use discussion forums, group chat platforms, participate in videoconferences, and utilize project management tools.

Admissions

• Academic information: Applicants must meet the minimum conditions for admission, including a bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.67 GPA and English Language Proficiency requirements.
• Application process: Applicants seeking admission to graduate programs at UNF who do not meet the entrance requirements will be notified if they are eligible to proceed in the Graduate Foundation Program online.

Tuition Information

• Domestic tuition: $2,400.03
• Payment plan and timeline: Pay for GFP studies before paying the academic deposit, but it is recommended to pay the required deposit to ensure space in the program.

Refund Guarantee Program

• Eligibility: International students who commence the Graduate Foundation Program online from outside Canada and are unsuccessful in obtaining a study permit within nine months of the start of their online studies.
• Refund: Full refund, excluding tuition refund processing fee, non-refundable application fees, and wire or credit card refund fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will the modules for Graduate Foundation Program (GFP) online be asynchronous? Yes, the modules will run asynchronously, allowing you to complete them at your own pace within the given time frame.
• What is the timeline for progression into a master's program? After successful completion of the GFP online, you can begin your master's program.
• What are the assessment methods for the GFP? You are assessed using a variety of methods, including case studies, projects, reports, presentations, discussions, quizzes, exams, etc.

Why Choose UNF?

• Innovative education and research: UNF is committed to innovative education and research for a digital world.
• Industry leaders and experienced faculty: Learn from industry leaders and experienced faculty.
• Work-integrated learning components: Gain experience through work-integrated learning components.
• Foundation for success: Build a foundation that sets you on the path for success.