Toronto School of Management is a private career college in downtown Toronto offering diploma programmes in business, hospitality, digital marketing, data analytics and IT, many with co-op work placements. It is best known for short, job-focused programmes in the centre of Canada's biggest city. Programmes at private career colleges are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit, so check the rules before applying.
Toronto, Canada
Official website: torontosom.ca
Private career college in Ontario
Downtown Toronto
Work placements in many diploma programmes
CA$12,000 – CA$18,000
International students, diploma programmes
CA$20,000 – CA$25,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on torontosom.ca before you apply.
Business Administration Diploma (Co-op)
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Hospitality Management Diploma (Co-op)
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Digital Marketing Diploma (Co-op)
DiplomaDuration
18 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Data Analytics Diploma (Co-op)
DiplomaDuration
18 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Downtown Toronto location near Yonge-Dundas Square.
Co-op work placements built into many diplomas.
Three intakes a year.
Graduates move into entry-level business, hospitality and marketing roles in Toronto.
Co-op placements give Canadian work experience during study.
Private career college programmes are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
The college teaches from a downtown building with classrooms and computer labs rather than a residential campus, so students rent privately.
Toronto is Canada's largest city and financial capital, with a very diverse population, a huge job market and high rent.
Letter of acceptance from the college
Ontario provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
The college accepts applications on a rolling basis for its January, May and September intakes. Apply four to six months before the start date to leave time for the study permit.
Diploma programmes in business administration, hospitality, digital marketing and data analytics start in January, May and September.
You need a Canadian study permit, supported by a letter of acceptance and a provincial attestation letter where required. Note that private career college programmes are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit; check current IRCC rules first.
Business administration, hospitality management, digital marketing and data analytics diplomas are the most popular. Entry needs high school completion or equivalent and IELTS 6.0.
The college may offer entrance awards or discounts for some intakes. Ask the admissions team about current offers.
