Description
Take this program if you would like to gain a foundation in information technology but feel that you are not ready to enter the two-year Business Information Technology (BIT) program.
This program includes both preparatory courses and one Term 1 Business Information Technology (BIT) course which may reduce your Term 1 course load if you continue into the BIT program.
You must take and pass all five courses during the term with an overall GPA of 2.0 to be eligible for Term 1 of BIT for the following academic term.
You may only attempt the Introduction to BIT program one time.
Students who do not enter BIT through Introduction to BIT are still eligible to enter the BIT program through the normal entrance requirements.
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION
Upload Through Your Future Student Account
If you do not have a Future Student Account or require assistance, please contact our Student Service Centre at 204-632-2327.
Internationally Educated Applicants - visit www.rrc.ca/credentials for credential assessment information.
However, if you apply within 6 weeks of the program start date, admission requirements are due within 5 days of applying.
Regular Admission Requirements
Mature Student Admission Requirements
If you are 19 years of age or older and have been out of high school for a minimum of one year at time of application, and you do not meet the regular admission requirements, you may apply under the Mature Student admission requirements.
| English Language Assessment | Minimum Required Levels | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L - Listening, S - Speaking, R - Reading, W - Writing | L | S | R | W |
| AEPUCE
(Academic English Program of University and College Entrance )
Requirement: Submission of a parchment (certificate) indicating successful completion of the AEPUCE program, including language levels achieved if available. | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| CAEL and CAEL Online (Canadian Academic English Language) | 60 | 50 | 60 | 60 |
| CLB (LINC)
(Canadian Language Benchmark - Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada)
Canadian Citizens: LINC programs are not available. | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| CanTEST
(Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees)
As of October 20, 2021 the RRC CanTEST is no longer offered at RRC Polytechnic. RRC Institutional CanTEST results dated within 2 years of your application date will still be accepted to meet English language proficiency requirements. Please note the Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS)program requires the Official CanTEST (The RRC Institutional CanTEST will not be accepted) | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Duolingo
(Duolingo English Test)
* MINIMUM OVERAL SCORE OF 115 REQUIRED. There are no minimum required levels for L,S,R,W. Due to closures related to COVID-19, RRC is temporarily allowing applicants to provide Duolingo English Test results to meet RRC's English language requirements. Red River College Polytechnic will accept Duolingo assessments up to December 31, 2022. | 0* | 0* | 0* | 0* |
| IELTS - Academic (International English Language Testing System) | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| PTE - Academic Online Assessment (Pearson Test of English) | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Password Skills () | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Password Skills Plus () | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| TOEFL-iBT
(Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet Based Test)
To meet the needs of students who are unable to take the TOEFL iBT® test at a test center due to public health concerns, ETS is temporarily offering the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test in selected areas. | 19 | 18 | 18 | 21 |
You should have an interest in computers and technology.
Choose this program if you want a career in information technology but you do not have much experience with computers and technology. This program is also a good fit if you want to explore the information technology field before committing to a longer program of study.
You do not need any prior related work experience or post-secondary education.
| Location | Start Date | Apply Link |
|---|---|---|
| Roblin Centre (Prev. PSC) | Jan 03, 2023 | Apply Now |
Students may apply for financial assistance through the Manitoba Student Aid program. For general information on applying please call 204-945-6321 or 1-800-204-1685, or visit their website at www.manitobastudentaid.ca, which also includes an online application. For detailed information, please visit one of the RRC Polytech Student Service Centres or call 204-632-2327. Applicants requiring financial assistance should complete their student loan applications well in advance of the class start date.
Red River College Polytechnic is a participating institution in the HigherEdPoints program. Through this program, students are able to convert Aeroplan® Miles and TD Points into funds to help cover their tuition. Family members and friends can also contribute to a student’s education by converting their loyalty points - anyone can donate their points to an individual student.
Visit the HigherEdPoints website for more information about the program and/or to set up an account to convert your points.
This course will introduce students to the core concepts of financial accounting and the relevance of financial accounting to decision-making in any business. It will cover the foundation concepts of debits and credits, and the accounting cycle. We will discuss in more detail specific financial reporting elements such as cash, accounts receivable, inventory, long-term assets, liabilities and shareholders’ equity. Also covered in the course is an introduction to accounting software, financial statement preparation, and financial statement interpretation and analysis.
This course is intended to serve as a preparatory course for individuals seeking to pursue studies in the Business Information Technology program. Achieving success in this program depends on many factors such as self-discipline, motivation, ability, awareness, and support systems. This course invites students to reflect upon their growth and to develop skills which foster success both in a college environment and beyond. It focuses on empowering students to develop a stronger sense of self and an improved work ethic. Topics include self-discovery and learning style assessments, methods of learning and studying, time management, goal setting, critical reasoning and thinking, problem solving, communication, teamwork, stress management, health awareness, career planning, and diversity in the workplace.
This course is intended to serve as an introduction to programming concepts. Students will be introduced to high-level modeling and common numeral systems used by computer programmers. Boolean operations will be explored with importance placed on the student’s ability to analyze, interpret and re-write word problems as Boolean expressions. Students will explore other core concepts such as assignment, sequence, iteration, decision, modular abstraction, arrays, and strings.
Business Computing is a hands-on course in which students develop skills in the use of current Microsoft productivity software. Topics include introductory and intermediate skills in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as the integration of these applications.
Financial mathematics and a basic understanding of statistics are fundamental in the study of business. This course is designed to familiarize students with basic mathematics concepts such as order of operations, basic algebraic expressions, exchange rates, indices, simple and compound interest, types of annuities, mortgages, and support for business investment decisions.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.
For general information about this program or how to apply please contact:
Enrolment Services
studentservices@rrc.ca
Tel: 204-632-2327
For detailed program information please contact:
Academic Coordinator
Email: aceinfo@rrc.ca
Red River College Polytechnic is committed to student success and provides valuable support services to assist in helping students make the most of their time at RRC Polytech.
Visit www.rrc.ca/supports for more information.