Diploma Program

Software Engineering & Management Diploma Program

Software Engineering & Management Diploma students

Applications are open, apply today:

Program Start Date: January 4, 2027

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

Overview:

York Entrepreneurship Development Institute offers a unique 12-month intensive program, called the Software Engineering & Management Diploma Program, which combines modern software development with the business and management skills needed in today’s rapidly evolving technology sector.

Through practical, applied learning in software engineering, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, project management, and entrepreneurship, students develop job-ready skills to build innovative solutions and succeed in technology-driven organizations. It is designed for those seeking a career transition into the technology sector.

The program combines lectures, coaching, guided learning and interactive discussion sessions, allowing participants to personalize their learning experience while benefiting from direct engagement with industry-leading experts.

Program instructors and mentors include subject-matter experts and academics with both real-world entrepreneurial experience and technological background.

This Diploma program is approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.

Curriculum Components:

Program will consist of but is not limited to the following topics:

Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship • Business Planning • Leadership & Team Building • Marketing • Sales • Business Communications • Financial Planning & Reporting • Business Operations

Software Development • Quality Engineering • Testing • Agile • Collaborative Engineering Workflows

Artificial Intelligence • Large Language Model Fundamentals • Prompt Engineering • AI Development Tools • Hands-on Integration of AI Tools

Cloud Computing • Infrastructure as Code • Linux • Containers • Kubernetes • CI/CD Pipelines • Agentic AI

Portfolio Development •  Resume &  LinkedIn • Preparing for Technical Interviews • Job Search Strategy

Program Policies:

Please review our Program Policies for full details on academic and program requirements. Career Colleges Key Performance Indicators are published and can be found on the following website.

Program Details:

Duration: 12 months, 3 semesters

Weekly commitment: 20 hours (includes live classes and asynchronous guided learning hours)

Evening Schedule for Live Classes : 3-days per week (half-day)

Delivery Format (2027 Cohort): Online Only

Language of Instruction: English

Total program hours: 990 hours

Admission Requirements:

Academic

  • High school diploma or higher (Canadian or recognized in Canada)*
  • Bachelor’s Degree considered an asset
  • Transcript(s) from all previously attended post-secondary institutions if applicable

Non-Academic

  • Up-to-date resume
  • Successful YEDI due diligence, including interview

*Note: Applicants with non-Canadian academic credentials (High school Diploma, College Diploma, University Degree, etc.) will be required to complete a credential evaluation assessment recognized in Canada. For a list of possible credential evaluation services, please click the following link.

Program Fees:

International Students: $40,000

Canadian Students: $18,000.

A payment plan may be available

 

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE THROUGH GOVERNMENT FUNDING

The students may fund their education through Better Jobs Ontario from EI and WSIB. If you are looking for support, we can connect you with an agency.

STUDENT LINES OF CREDIT

Most major banks and credit unions offer student lines of credit to finance post secondary education. Please visit your financial institution to find out more information.

LIFELONG LEARNING PLAN

The Canada Revenue Agency Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) allows you to withdraw amounts from your RRSP’s to finance your education for you or your spouse (or common law partner). You may withdraw up to $10,000 per year, and up to a total maximum of $20,000. For more information visit the Canada Revenue Agency website at: www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/ndvdls/tpcs/rrsp-reer/llp-reep/menu-eng.html

REGISTERED EDUCATION SAVINGS PLANS

Students, who have been named a beneficiary under a family member’s Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), may use funds from the RESP to finance their education at YEDI. For more information, please contact the financial institution holding the RESP and visit the Government of Canada CanLearn website at: http://www.canlearn.ca/eng/saving/resp/index.shtml. Information is also available on https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/publications/rc4092/registered-education-savings-plans-resps.html

EMPLOYER AND UNION SPONSORED EDUCATION PROGRAM

Some employers and unions provide education assistance and tuition re-imbursement programs for employees and children of employees. Check with your employer, or your parent’s employer(s), to see if they offer any education assistance or tuition re-imbursement programs that you may qualify for.

TAX RECEIPTS

Official Tax Receipt (T2202) is issued to each applicable student in February

FINANCIAL AID 

Financial aid may also be available, subject to an external financial need assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions:

If you have additional questions, we would be happy to answer them. Please request a meeting below.

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