International College of Manitoba

What International College of Manitoba does

International College of Manitoba (ICM) is a Designated Learning Institution (DLI number O19315356682) operating as a pathway college on the University of Manitoba Fort Garry Campus in Winnipeg. It is structured as a partnership between the University of Manitoba and Navitas Pty Ltd, a global education provider headquartered in Australia, and exists to prepare international students for undergraduate study at UM through a two-stage University Transfer Program (UTP). Stage I comprises the Foundation Program and an Extended International Year One bridge for students requiring additional academic preparation; Stage II delivers International Year One programs across nine UM faculties, including Science (with Computer Science and Data Science specializations), Business, Engineering, Arts, Agricultural and Food Sciences, Environment/Earth/Resources, and Recreation Management and Community Development. Students who meet specified grade thresholds (e.g., 70% for the Jump Rule from Foundation, 60-75% for Engineering entry) progress to second year at UM.

The institution runs on a tuition-driven revenue model funded almost exclusively by international students. Fees cover course instruction, access to UM campus facilities, and a Manitoba Blue Cross medical plan under the Manitoba International Student Health Plan; ancillary revenue comes from document services (e.g., $15 CAD transcripts, $10 CAD rush processing, $5 CAD mail delivery). Distribution is executed through a worldwide network of authorized education agents — managed operationally via the StudyLink Connect partner portal — alongside direct-to-consumer application on the ICM website, social channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), international education fairs, and an "Ask a Student" live chat feature. Supplementary services include the PASS pre-arrival workshop series, a Student Success Advisor team, a Peer Education tutoring program, Peer Advising via Telegram, Integrated Learning Skills (ILS), five student leadership groups, and the Wayble alumni career platform.

ICM's technology stack is modest and operationally focused: Moodle for learning management, a proprietary Student Portal for enrollment, grades, documents, and advisor scheduling, and Telegram-based peer community channels. There is no public-facing API, no proprietary AI features, no mobile application, and no disclosed headcount, revenue, or funding data. Capital and operational reach are structurally supplied through the Navitas parent, which gives ICM access to recruitment infrastructure across multiple continents but also concentrates governance and strategic direction with two counterparties.

Name

International College of Manitoba

Legal name

International College of Manitoba

Website

https://icmanitoba.ca

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

International College of Manitoba is a Designated Learning Institution that operates pathway programs (Foundation and International Year One) preparing international students for undergraduate entry to the University of Manitoba across nine faculties, delivered through a Navitas–UM partnership and a global education agent network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education Pathway Programs

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

University-Affiliated Pathway & Foundation Programs (EDAIAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

International Year One (IYO) / First-Year Pathway Programs (EDAIAJAC), Integrated Language + Academic Skills (EAP) Bridging Programs (EDAIAJAF)

Keywords

• International student pathway programs
• University foundation preparation
• English language academic support
• University of Manitoba articulation
• Designated learning institution

Headquarters

HQ city

Winnipeg

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. International Student Tuition: ICM generates revenue primarily through tuition fees paid by international students enrolled in Foundation (UTP Stage I) and International Year One (UTP Stage II) programs. Fees cover course instruction, access to campus facilities, medical coverage through Manitoba Blue Cross, and student support services.
2. Ancillary Fees: Additional revenue from document services including official transcripts ($15 CAD), rush processing ($10 CAD additional), and courier/mail delivery fees ($5 CAD additional).
3. Agent Commissions: ICM pays commissions to contracted education agents globally for student recruitment and application support services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ICM delivers pre-university Foundation (UTP Stage I) and International Year One (UTP Stage II) pathway programs that prepare international students for guaranteed entry into University of Manitoba degree programs across nine faculties. Students complete credit-bearing coursework in smaller supportive cohorts, receive academic and English language support, and progress to second-year UM studies upon meeting grade requirements. Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees paid by enrolled international students, with supplementary income from ancillary document services.

Product overview

International College of Manitoba (ICM) is a Designated Learning Institution (DLI O19315356682) that provides pathway programs for international students seeking to enter the University of Manitoba. The institution offers a structured portfolio consisting of Foundation (UTP Stage I) and Extended International Year One as preparatory programs, followed by International Year One (UTP Stage II) programs across nine disciplines: Science (including Computer Science and Data Science specializations), Business, Engineering, Arts, Agricultural and Food Sciences, Environment/Earth/Resources, and Recreation Management and Community Development. Student support services include Student Success Advisors, Peer Education tutoring, Peer Advising mentorship, Integrated Learning Skills (ILS), PASS pre-arrival workshops, and Student Leadership Groups. The Student Portal provides digital access to enrolment, Moodle learning platform, and academic records. Alumni receive ongoing support through the Wayble career platform. The institution is a partnership between the University of Manitoba and Navitas Pty Ltd, a global education provider.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Foundation Program (UTP Stage I) A pre-university foundation program for international students that combines the Integrated Learning Skills (ILS) course with eight Foundation courses, preparing students for guaranteed entry into University of Manitoba degree programs. Includes a 'Jump Rule' allowing strong performers to fast-track into International Year One within a single semester.
• Extended International Year One A bridging pathway program designed for international students requiring additional academic preparation before entering International Year One, with progression grade requirements varying by target faculty.
• International Year One (UTP Stage II): Science First-year science pathway program providing international students with credit-bearing coursework and guaranteed entry to UM's Faculty of Science, including specializations in Computer Science and Data Science.
• International Year One (UTP Stage II): Business First-year business pathway providing international students entry to UM's Asper School of Business, with courses in economics, mathematics for management, and statistics.
• International Year One (UTP Stage II): Engineering First-year engineering pathway providing international students entry to UM's Faculty of Engineering, with Fall (September) intake only.
• International Year One (UTP Stage II): Arts First-year arts pathway providing international students entry to UM's Faculty of Arts, including Economics and general Arts specializations.
• International Year One (UTP Stage II): Agricultural and Food Sciences Specialized pathway program providing international students entry to UM's Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, with courses such as ABIZ1000 and recommended credit courses for various majors.
• International Year One (UTP Stage II): Environment, Earth, and Resources Pathway program providing international students entry to UM's Environment, Earth, and Resources faculty.
• International Year One (UTP Stage II): Recreation Management and Community Development Pathway program providing international students entry to UM's Recreation Management and Community Development program, including courses in statistics, physical activity, and psychology.
• Wayble Career Support Career support service exclusively for ICM alumni, providing matched internships and entry-level job opportunities from partner employers, personalized career and settlement resources, downloadable templates, and mentor connections.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students can complete a three-year general degree at the University of Manitoba through ICM's pathway programs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of Manitoba (UM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICM is a formal partnership between the University of Manitoba and global education provider Navitas. ICM operates as a pathway college on the UM campus, offering Foundation (UTP Stage I) and International Year One (UTP Stage II) programs. Students who successfully complete ICM programs with required grades gain entry to second year at UM. ICM classes are located on the UM Fort Garry Campus.
• Navitas Pty LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNavitas is the global education provider partner operating ICM. Navitas manages marketing, recruitment through education agents, student services, and administrative operations. The company has subsidiary operations across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, UK, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, North Asia, South America, the Middle East, and the USA.
• WaybleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerICM partnered with Wayble to provide career support services exclusively to ICM alumni. Wayble is an international student success platform that matches graduates with internships and entry-level jobs from partner employers, provides personalized career and settlement resources, and connects students with mentors.
• Polar Trails HomestayminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of two homestay providers that ICM partners with for student accommodation. Polar Trails provides homestay arrangements including room, meals, and internet access for students living with Canadian families.
• Canada Homestay NetworkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of two homestay providers that ICM partners with for student accommodation. Canada Homestay Network arranges homestay placements with Canadian families for international students.
• The ARC and ALIGNminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStudent housing developments near the University of Manitoba campus offering fully furnished private rentals for students and recent graduates. Located near campus with bus access and nearby grocery store.
• St John's College ResidenceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliated residence on UM campus offering guaranteed accommodation for Fall 2026 to ICM students who apply by July 31. Features fully furnished private rooms with meal plans, lounges, games room, and student kitchen. Five-minute walk to ICM classes.
• St. Andrew's College ResidenceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliated residence on UM campus offering quiet independent living with forty furnished rooms and mandatory meal plan. Ten-minute walk to ICM classes.
• Manitoba Blue CrosscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerManitoba Blue Cross provides health insurance coverage included in ICM student fees through the Manitoba International Student Health Plan (MISHP). Coverage includes emergency medical, dental, vision, psychotherapy, and chiropractic services.
• PhoneBoxminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMobile phone provider partnered with ICM to offer all students high-quality phone plans tailored for student needs at affordable prices. Offers prepaid and monthly plans starting at $35/month with SIM card shipping to home country and eSIM options.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/icmanitoba
• Facebookfacebook.com/icmanitoba
• Instagraminstagram.com/icmanitoba

Compliance1 record

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