This diploma program develops a broad range of business skills and provides graduates with a general business education. Topics include accounting, management, marketing, operations, law, computers, finance, small business and e-commerce. Graduates complete core courses in foundation areas and select electives according to their areas of concentration. The flexibility of this diploma allows the student to focus on course topics according to their specific career goals.
Admission Requirements:
High school diploma with a minimum of 50% in:
- English 30-1 or English 30-2
- Math 30-1 or Math 30-2
Out-of-province applicants or those not meeting the admission requirements should refer to the Admissions section of the website.
Note: Students will be required to contact the Academic Advisor to discuss the selection and availability of elective courses. A maximum of six elective credits can be taken from another discipline with the permission of the Department Chair; however, timetabling restrictions may not allow students to choose from all possible electives.
Graduation Requirements:
Students completing the requirements with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 will be awarded a Business Administration: General major diploma.
Transferability:
The Business Department strives to award maximum transferability to Business students from other colleges. Completion of the first year of Business Administration from other post-secondary institutions may be accepted as credit towards the first year of Business Administration Diploma. Transfer credit will be granted for each course transferable to Business Administration if the grade achieved is at least a C or its equivalent. Contact the Enrolment Specialist if you would like assistance requesting transfer credit approval.
Opportunities for Further Study:
Athabasca University
- Bachelor of Commerce - 4 year
- Bachelor of Management - 3 year
NAIT
- Bachelor of Business Administration - 3 year
Okanagan College
- Bachelor of Business Administration
University of Lethbridge
- Post-diploma Bachelor of Management
University of Saskatchewan, Edwards School of Business
For all other transferability options contact the academic advisor. Students wishing to transfer to another institution must ensure that they meet the admission requirements of that institution (i.e. minimum GPA).
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