School of Business - Continuing Education at Conestoga College

What School of Business - Continuing Education at Conestoga College does

Continuing Education at Conestoga College is the part-time adult-learning division of Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, a public Ontario college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act and funded by the Province of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. The division delivers academic credentials, micro-credentials, professional designations, and individual courses to adult learners and career professionals across seven Ontario campuses (Brantford, Cambridge, Doon/Kitchener, Guelph, Milton, Stratford, Waterloo) and through two online channels.

The product portfolio comprises 83 programs (certificates through Ontario College Graduate Certificates), 53 micro-credentials, more than 1,400 individual courses (897 of them online), and seven named professional designation pathways including CHRP, CPB, PCP/CPM, MMP, CIM, RPA, and TSSA Gas Technician. Delivery uses three modalities — direct college instruction in-person, online synchronous, or hybrid; OntarioLearn, a 24-college shared online catalogue running on D2L/Brightspace, Blackboard, or Moodle with Microsoft Authenticator-based SSO; and ed2go, a 6-week self-paced instructor-led channel. Curriculum areas span business, healthcare, technology, trades, languages, and community services, with embedded software training in SAP and QuickBooks Online.

The revenue model is per-course and per-program tuition paid by individual learners (pay-as-you-go); course fees disclosed in the input range from $224 (ed2go) to $9,300 (Supply Chain Management program). The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the college website, Student Portal, and Ontario Colleges application system, supplemented by a Facebook page and Career Coach tool. Strategic positioning centres on being the only Ontario college CE division approved for several regulatory certifications (TSSA G1–G3, TESL Ontario Standard 2) and on offering stackable micro-credentials in emerging areas such as generative AI. Commercial revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

School of Business - Continuing Education at Conestoga College

Legal name

Conestoga College

Website

https://continuing-education.conestogac.on.ca

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Continuing Education at Conestoga College is the part-time adult-learning division of a public Ontario college, offering 83 programs, 53 micro-credentials, 1,400+ courses, and 7 accredited professional designations across 7 Ontario campuses and online via OntarioLearn and ed2go.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Continuing Education & Professional Development

NAICS

Junior Colleges (61121), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Educational Support Services (611710), Other Schools and Instruction (6116)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Professional & Applied Skills Noncredit Certificates (Non-licensure) (EDAAAEAD), Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG), Language & Communication Continuing Education (EDAAAEAF), Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

Keywords

• Continuing education services
• Professional development courses
• Part-time certificate programs
• Online learning courses
• Micro-credential training

Headquarters

HQ city

Kitchener

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Course Registration Fees: Individual course fees charged per registration, with varying costs depending on course type and duration. Examples include $386.54 for LIBR1230 and $224.00 for ed2go courses.
2. Program Tuition: Multi-course certificate and diploma programs with cumulative fees. Example: Supply Chain Management program approximately $9,300; Strategic Change Management approximately $7,500.
3. Professional Certification Training: Gas Technician certification training at multiple levels: G3 ($1,396), G2 ($3,303.20), G1 GAP ($2,996.17), G1 ($4,323.92)

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Continuing Education at Conestoga College delivers part-time academic programs, individual courses, micro-credentials, and professional designation pathways to adult learners. Offerings span business, healthcare, technology, trades, and community services, delivered through in-person, online asynchronous, online synchronous, and hybrid formats. The division operates through direct college instruction and partnerships including OntarioLearn (24 Ontario community colleges) and ed2go.

Product overview

Continuing Education at Conestoga College offers a comprehensive educational platform comprising four main product categories: Programs (83 academic credential programs from certificates to graduate certificates), Micro-credentials (53 skill-focused certifications), Courses (over 1400 individual offerings), and Professional Designations (7 industry certification pathways). Delivery occurs through three channels: direct college instruction (in-person, online synchronous, hybrid), OntarioLearn collaborative platform (24 college partnership using D2L/Blackboard/Moodle), and ed2go self-paced courses. Programs span business, healthcare, technology, trades, languages, and community services. Notable programs include Supply Chain Management (SAP-aligned), TESL (TESL Canada/Ontario accredited), and Writing to Publish. AI-related offerings include multiple courses and a micro-credential on AI's impact on teaching.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• OntarioLearn: A consortium of 24 Ontario community colleges providing shared online courses
• ed2go

Products and services

• Programs Academic credential programs ranging from certificates to Ontario College Graduate Certificates. Includes 83 program areas spanning business, healthcare, technology, trades, and community services, completed part-time with flexible delivery options.
• Micro-credentials Short, concentrated groups of courses focused on specific skill or competency attainment. 53 micro-credentials available covering areas like AI in teaching, data analytics, project management, and healthcare skills. Some are stackable toward larger credentials.
• Courses Individual courses available for registration, numbering over 1,400 offerings across business, technology, healthcare, languages, trades, and personal development. Delivered online, in-person, or hybrid through OntarioLearn, ed2go, or direct college instruction.
• Professional Designations Professional certification pathways aligned with industry bodies including Canadian Institute of Management (CIM), Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (CPB), Gas Technician (TSSA), Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA), Maintenance Management Professional (PEMAC), National Payroll Institute (NPI), and Registered Professional Accountant (RPA).
• OntarioLearn Online Courses Collaborative online course delivery platform in partnership with 24 Ontario community colleges, providing 24/7 access to shared curriculum using D2L/Brightspace, Blackboard, or Moodle learning management systems.
• ed2go Online Courses Self-paced online courses delivered through ed2go partnership in 6-week instructor-led format with 24/7 access and no scheduled login times. Includes 12 lessons plus final exam period.
• Writing to Publish Certificate Certificate program (Code: 1264) teaching aspiring writers to strengthen skills and gain insight into publishing industry. Covers writing clarity, manuscript editing, and submission processes, with electives for genre exploration.
• Supply Chain Management - Global Ontario College Graduate Certificate (Code: 1411) preparing students for logistics, procurement, and supply chain careers. Approved for advanced standing toward Certified Supply Chain Leader (CSCL) designation and includes SAP ERP systems training.
• Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Ontario College Graduate Certificate (Code: 1008) for teacher training in ESL, including 50 hours of supervised field placement. Accredited by TESL Ontario and TESL Canada.
• Artificial Intelligence and its Impact on Teaching Micro-credential Micro-credential (M1120) exploring AI technologies and their implications for teaching and learning in educational settings.
• Python Foundations Micro-credential Micro-credential (M1106) teaching foundational Python programming skills for data analysis and software development.
• Workplace Fundamentals Micro-credential Micro-credential (M1090) combining essential computer applications and business writing skills, including Business Writing Strategies and Computer Applications for Business I courses.
• Gas Technician Certification Training (G3, G2, G1) TSSA-approved training for Gas Technician certification at G3 ($1,396), G2 ($3,303.20), and G1 ($4,323.92) levels, delivered at the Conestoga Skilled Trades Campus in Cambridge.
• Human Resources Post-Graduate Certificate Post-graduate certificate program aligned with HRPA certification. Students must complete 9 courses with 70% average (no course below 65%) before writing the National Knowledge Exam for CHRP designation.
• Professional Bookkeeping Program Bookkeeping program aligned with Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (CPB) standards, Canada's largest certifying body of bookkeepers, providing pathway to professional bookkeeping certification.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) and Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) Programs National Payroll Institute designation programs leading to PCP and CPM designations. PCP requires three core payroll courses, Introduction to Accounting transfer credit, and one year payroll work experience. CPM requires PCP designation plus two years experience.
• Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) Program PEMAC Asset Management Association of Canada MMP certification program delivered through online live learning. Eight-module program covering maintenance strategy, work management, and asset management, connecting to a community of 1,600+ maintenance professionals.
• Canadian Institute of Management (CIM) Designation Program Management designation program established 1942 requiring four required courses plus two electives. CIM designation attained after academic completion plus two years managerial work experience.
• Registered Professional Accountant (RPA) Designation Program SPA Canada designation program since 1978. Courses in Business Administration - Accounting, Professional Accounting Practice, and BBA programs accredited for RPA prerequisite requirements, requiring completion of 20 prerequisite courses and passing the Mandatory Professional Examination.
• Volunteer Management Program Longest-running volunteer management program (since 1984) and only one in Canada with national VMPC partnership. Courses align with professional standards established by Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada (VMPC) and Volunteer Canada.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and supporting.

• OntarioLearncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with all 24 Ontario community colleges providing shared online courses with 24/7 access. Courses are delivered through various learning management systems including D2L, Blackboard, and Moodle. OntarioLearn courses at Conestoga are not eligible for PLAR.
• ed2gosecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for 6-week online instructor-led courses. Students register through Conestoga and access ed2go platform for course content. ed2go handles course delivery while Conestoga manages registration and payment.
• SAP University AlliancessupportingTechnology or IntegrationSupply Chain Management program utilizes SAP software as part of curriculum for business process integration and ERP systems training.
• National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram approved for advanced standing towards Certified Supply Chain Leader (CSCL) designation. Provides pathway to professional certification for graduates.
• TESL OntariocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccredited teacher training program meeting TESL Ontario Standard 2 certification requirements for teaching English as a second language.
• TESL CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccredited teacher training program recognized by TESL Canada for professional certification of ESL teachers.
• Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada (VMPC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLongest-running volunteer management program (since 1984) and only one in Canada with national VMPC partnership. Courses align with professional standards established by VMPC and Volunteer Canada.
• Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (CPB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBookkeeping program aligned with Canada's largest certifying body of bookkeepers. Provides pathway to professional bookkeeping certification.
• Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCHRP certification preparation through HR post-graduate certificate and HR certificate programs. Students must complete 9 courses before registering for National Knowledge Exam.
• National Payroll Institute (NPI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnly payroll designations in Canada. Programs lead to Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) and Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designations.
• PEMAC Asset Management Association of CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaintenance Management Professional (MMP) certification awarded through online live learning. Connects to community of 1,600+ maintenance professionals.
• Canadian Institute of Management (CIM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIM designation academic requirements provided through 4 required courses plus 2 electives. CIM designation attained after academic completion plus 2 years managerial work experience.
• Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTSSA administers gas technician certification and training in Ontario under Technical Safety and Standards Act. Conestoga is TSSA-approved to provide G3 through G1 certification training.
• The Society of Professional Accountants of Canada (RPA Canada)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegistered Professional Accountant (RPA) designation program. Courses in Business Administration - Accounting, Professional Accounting Practice, and BBA programs accredited for RPA prerequisite requirements.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Humber College (Continuing Education): One of the largest Ontario community college CE divisions, offering part-time programs, micro-credentials, and professional designations through the OntarioLearn consortium alongside Conestoga. Direct head-to-head competitor for adult learners in the Greater Toronto Area.
• University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies: University-affiliated continuing education unit offering part-time certificates, micro-credentials, and professional development in the GTA. Competes with Conestoga CE for adult learners seeking credentials, but at a higher price tier and with university branding.
• Sheridan College (Continuing and Professional Studies): Ontario community college providing part-time certificate programs, micro-credentials, and online courses; shares OntarioLearn consortium membership and overlapping credential partnerships. Closely comparable to Conestoga's part-time studies and professional designation model.
• George Brown College (School of Continuing Education): Toronto-based community college with a Continuing Education division delivering part-time studies, professional designations, and online courses via OntarioLearn. Directly competes with Conestoga CE for working-professional enrollments.
• Mohawk College (Continuing Education): Hamilton-based community college with a Continuing Education division offering part-time credentials, micro-credentials, and trades training; directly comparable to Conestoga CE in program structure, delivery formats, and OntarioLearn participation.
• Seneca Polytechnic (School of Continuing Education): Major Ontario community college with a comparable Continuing Education division offering part-time certificates, micro-credentials, and online courses through OntarioLearn. Overlaps directly with Conestoga's adult learner offerings and credential pathways.
• Durham College (Continuing Education): Ontario community college delivering part-time certificates, micro-credentials, and professional development programs via OntarioLearn. Comparable to Conestoga CE in scope, learner segments, and credential partnerships.
• Algonquin College (Continuing Education): Large Ottawa-based community college operating an extensive Continuing Education division with part-time studies, online courses, and professional designations. Shares OntarioLearn consortium and structural similarities with Conestoga CE.
• Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) Continuing Education: Toronto university with a continuing studies unit offering part-time certificates, professional designations, and online courses — comparable to Conestoga CE in target audience (adult learners, career professionals) though operating under university rather than college status.
• Fanshawe College (Continuing Education): Southwestern Ontario community college and the closest geographic peer to Conestoga. Offers overlapping part-time programs, micro-credentials, and trades certification through OntarioLearn, competing for adult learners in the Kitchener-London corridor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ConestogaStudyPartTime
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/conestoga-college-school-of-business-continuing-education

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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