Welcome to Gastown Business College
Study, work, and enjoy
at GBC in Vancouver
Gastown Business College is in Vancouver, Canada, a vibrant and safe city. It blends methods of self-guided active learning with real-world training. The programs help students develop practical knowledge, teamwork, and work readiness. Students gain business communication skills, experience in business software, and job placement support.
Diplomas
OUR CO-OP PROGRAMS
IBF (International Business Fundamentals with Co-op)
Gastown Business College’s International Business Fundamentals (IBF) program provides students with the requisite knowledge to gain foundational strategies for career development in the hospitality industry. The program includes a co-op and paid work experience.
IBH (International Business and Hospitality Fundamentals with Co-op)
Gastown Business College’s International Business and Hospitality Fundamentals (IBH) program focuses on providing international knowledge of business development and hospitality essentials to support career development.
OUR PRACTICUM PROGRAMS
IBM (International Business and Marketing)
Gastown Business College’s International Business and Marketing (IBM) Co-op and Practicum programs give students experience through modernized methods of instruction. Practical knowledge of business strategies, digital marketing, and presentation skills is taught in an integrated course structure to support future career development.
INCIST (International Canada Individual Skills Training)
Gastown Business College’s International Canada Individual Skills Training (INCIST) program provides students with fundamental knowledge for personal development. The program is offered in both class and work-integrated learning formats.
INTEGRATED PROGRAMS
BFPC (Business Fundamentals with Practicum and Co-op)
Gastown Business College’s Business Fundamentals with Practicum & Co-op (BFPC) combines academic and experiential instruction with standard experiences to support students with their future career success.
BFC (Business Fundamentals with Co-op)
Students will learn fundamental skills to be successful in future employment. They can benefit from a co-op experience to support customer service, administrative, and tourism support roles.
Online Courses
Small and Medium Size Enterprises Online Courses
Tourism Online Courses
So what is the GBC advantage?
That is a great question!
When selecting a business college, prioritizing opportunities for real-world experience is paramount. Our program provides a structured pathway combining academic learning with practical work placement. Students acquire essential business knowledge and gain valuable hands-on experience in relevant industry roles, enhancing their skill set and professional confidence.
- Building Professional Connections
- Work Integrated Learning
- Mock Interviews and Resumes
- On-Campus and Online Studies
- College Connection with the Industries
- We Really Care about You
Explore, Learn and Succeed
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Hiroki Takeshita
Gastown Business College helped me define my career goals for Japan and improve essential skills like resume writing and interviewing. The supportive Canadian internship using English boosted my confidence, turning job search worries into excitement for the future.
Moojin Park
The GBC business course greatly aided my job preparation and confidence, highlighting my interview and presentation skills. My financial planning internship showed me Canadian work culture and PFP-pe, making my English work experiences precious.
Hidehiko Boku
GBC's strict, English Only environment pushed me beyond typical ESL, teaching practical English and business etiquette. The weekly presentations were tough but invaluable for significantly improving my business English and interview skills.
Geunyung (Kimberly) Kim
Despite no marketing background, my persistence and GBC's training helped me land an amazing practicum job. With constant GBC instructor support, I gained vital career-life lessons and have no regrets choosing this school.
Tomoko Miyake
GBC taught me to believe in myself, helping me open up and realize my potential despite my background. My amazing practicum at a management consulting firm proved GBC's support in achieving goals through challenges.
Maria Garcia
The marketing projects at GBC were very practical. Instead of only theory, we built real campaigns and got useful feedback from our instructors. This hands-on experience was key. It directly helped me get my practicum placement in a competitive digital marketing agency, which was my main goal.
Leo Chen
I used to be very nervous about public speaking. The small class sizes and weekly presentation requirements at GBC forced me to practice and improve. The teachers created a safe space where it was okay to make mistakes and learn. Now, I feel much more confident presenting my ideas professionally.
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GASTOWN BUSINESS COLLEGE is designated by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU)
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