Shadd Business Centre (SBC) of the Adult and Vocational Services Department of the English Montreal School Board, is a vocational centre located in Montreal in the district of Notre Dame de GrĂ¢ce. Students are trained to meet the needs of today's office environment. At Shadd, students acquire extensive skills using the latest computer applications and accounting techniques to prepare them for success in the 21 st Century. After completing the year-long program, students obtain a Vocational Diploma in Accounting or Secretarial Studies. As well, if enrollment is sufficient, we plan to offer the advanced Legal Secretary and Starting A Business programs.