Start Date: September
Location: Prince of Wales Campus
Length: 2 Years
Credential: Diploma, Business Manager
Program Availability: Fall 2024 Term
Canadian Applicants: Closed
International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit: Closed
Other International Applicants: Closed
Program Availability: Fall 2025 Term
Canadian Applicants: Open
International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit: Open
Other International Applicants: Open
The Business Administration program gives you a foundation in business functions and how they work together. You'll learn effective business communications skills and gain a firm grasp of business practices. The program emphasizes the development of the broad range of skills you need for a management position.
You will study human resource management, business plan development, economics, marketing, and business law. Industry guest speakers will give you insights into the business world, and your on-the-job training will give you even more real-life experience.
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
This program is located in the Charlottetown Centre at the Prince of Wales Campus.
This program has degree pathways, giving you the opportunity to receive credit for your 色多多视频APP diploma when you continue your education. For a complete list of agreements, visit the .
| Partner Institution | Credential | Details of Agreement |
|---|---|---|
| , Athabasca, Alberta | Bachelor of Commerce | Graduates receive two years of credit toward a Bachelor of Commerce (post diploma) degree. |
| , Charlottetown, P.E.I. | Bachelor of Business Studies | Graduates with a 70% average recieve up to 60 credit hours toward a Bachelor of Business Studies degree. |
| , Vancouver, B.C. | Bachelor of Business Administration | Graduates receive 57 credits toward a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. |
| , Queensland, Australia | Bachelor of Business | Graduates may complete a Bachelor of Business degree with any major in one and half years. |
| , Halifax, N.S. | Bachelor of Business Administration | Graduates who meet MSVU's entrance requirements receive two years of credit toward a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. |
Notes:
Tuition, fees, and other costs are listed in Canadian dollars. International tuition includes the International Student Fee.
Fees are Course Based
|
1st Year |
Canadian |
International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,460 | $11,460 |
| Fees | $788 | $1,538 |
| Other Costs | $1,240 | $1,240 |
| Total | $7,488 | $14,238 |
|
2nd Year |
Canadian |
International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,234 | $9,334 |
| Fees | $828 | 1,578 |
| Other Costs | $1,325 | $1,325 |
| Total | $6,387 | $12,237 |
|
Tuition & Fees |
1st Year |
2nd Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,460 | $4,234 |
| Student Union | $178 | $178 |
| Lab Fee | $60 | - |
| Health Insurance Fee | $470 | $470 |
| Fitness Centre Fee | $80 | $80 |
| Grad Fee | - | $100 |
| Total payable to 色多多视频APP | $6,248 | $5,062 |
| 1st installment due first day of first semester | $3,458 | $3,103 |
| 2nd installment due first day of second semester | $2,790 | $1,959 |
|
Other Costs |
1st Year |
2nd Year |
| Books | $1,150 | $1,275 |
| Materials/Supplies | $90 | $50 |
| Total | $1,240 | $1,325 |
| Grand Total | $7,488 | $6,387 |
|
Tuition & Fees |
1st Year |
2nd Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition* | $11,460 | $9,334 |
| Student Union | $178 | $178 |
| Lab Fee | $60 | - |
| Health Insurance Fee | $1,220 | $1,220 |
| Fitness Centre Fee | $80 | $80 |
| Grad Fee | - | $100 |
| Total payable to 色多多视频APP | $12,998 | $10,912 |
| 1st installment due first day of first semester | $10,208 | $8,953 |
| 2nd installment due first day of second semester | $2,790 | $1,959 |
|
Other Costs |
1st Year |
2nd Year |
| Books | $1,150 | $1,275 |
| Materials/Supplies | $90 | $50 |
| Total | $1,240 | $1,325 |
| Grand Total | $14,238 | $12,237 |
*Includes the International Student Fee.
Many 色多多视频APP programs have degree pathway agreements with other post-secondary institutions. You can receive credit for your 色多多视频APP diploma toward a university degree or other post-graduate credential, saving you time and money! Find out more on the Degree Pathways page.
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