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Program Design

General Program Description

The Business Administration program (BUAD) is designed for both part-time and full-time students interested in pursuing a one year certificate, a two year diploma in one of several majors, a four year Bachelor of Business Administration (Sustainable Business Practices) degree.

The program helps prepare students for employment in accounting, marketing, financial services, hospitality, local governance, and other management training positions in a variety of organizations including corporations, small businesses, non-profits or local government. Business Administration students can receive credentials at the certificate, diploma, or degree level, and can continue toward other university degrees, certifications, or professional designations.

Credentials Granted

One-Year Certificate

The Business Administration Program offers three one-year certificates: 

• Business Administration,
• Aboriginal Financial Management, and
• Local Government Management.

Two-Year Diploma

This diploma is awarded to students who successfully complete the prescribed diploma curriculum in one of four majors:  

• Accounting,
• General Management,
• Marketing, and
• Aboriginal Financial Management.