Make your mark with the industry-recognized Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. You can stand out in the job market with a wealth of business knowledge and skills – and a more in-depth level of relevant business coursework than graduates from other business degrees.
With your Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) laptop, you engage in small classes with active, collaborative coursework – learning from faculty with real business experience. You work in teams to deliver projects, present strategies and meet business goals. The BBA ensures you develop the business acumen, technical knowledge, and soft skills employers are looking for – leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving and communication.
You start with a common first year to build core business skills. In year two, you choose from six majors: Accounting, Financial Services, Human Resource (HR) Management, Management, Marketing or Supply Chain Management. You can enhance your industry literacy with an optional minor in Construction Project Management or Energy, Oil and Gas. Our close industry partnerships ensure that your learning is directly linked to the business community and real-world experiences.
Your final course is an Integrated Work Experience. You will have the opportunity to apply learned knowledge and skills to real-world business situations, while further developing critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication capabilities.
Business Administration – SAIT
Program Information
School: | SAIT | |
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Faculty: | School of Business | |
Degree: | Diploma | |
Field of Study: | Business Administration and Management, General | |
Description: | Get essential business skills in the Business Administration diploma. Discover the key areas of how businesses operate with practical coursework and gain a solid foundation to start your career. With your Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) laptop, you engage in small classes with active, collaborative coursework learning from faculty with real business experience. You work in teams to deliver projects, present strategies and meet business goals. You start with a common first year to build core business skills. In year two, you become proficient in your choice of major: Accounting, Financial Services, Human Resource Management, Management, Marketing or Supply Chain Management. | |
URL: | Business Administration at SAIT | |
Length: | 2 Year(s) | |
Cost per year:* | International:$19,677 | |
Scholarships: | 6 | |
Careers: | Managers in Other ServicesFacility Operation and Maintenance ManagersManagers in Transportation | See More… |
Admission Requirements
Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 50 |
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Prerequisites:* | These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade12 Mathematics Grade12 English Applicants require an Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 50% in the following courses or their equivalents: At least 50% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or Pure Math 30, or at least 60% in Applied Math 30, AND, At least 50% in English Language Arts 30-1, or at least 60% in English Language Arts 30-2 All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
Professional designations and certifications
When you graduate, you can pursue different professional designations, depending on your major. In some cases, we have formal agreements with professional associations to recognize BBA coursework for their educational requirements. You may need additional exams, education, or work requirements to earn a designation.
- Accounting: You graduate with all pre-requisite educational requirements needed to enter the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Professional Education Program.
- Financial Services: You have the opportunity to complete the Investment Funds in Canada (IFIC) and Canadian Securities Course (CSC) exams in the program. You can graduate with your Personal Financial Planner (PFP) designation in hand by passing the necessary exams. The Financial Planning Standards Council recognizes the program as meeting the Core Curriculum requirements for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification.
- Human Resource Management: This program is accredited by the Human Resources Insitute of Alberta, exempting you from writing the national knowledge exam for your Certified Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation. You can also pursue designations including Registered Professional Recruiter (RPR), and Certified Training and Development Professional (CTDP).
- Management: You can pursue the Certified in Management (CIM) designation.
- Marketing: You can pursue the Certified Sales Professional (CSP) designation.
- Supply Chain Management: You can pursue several designations including Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), Professional Logistician (P.Log), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
Admissions
Terms at a GlanceIMPORTANT DATESFALL 2021WINTER 2022SPRING 2022SUMMER 2022
Oct. 7, 2020 | Applications open |
Aug. 1, 2021 | Final transcript deadline |
Aug. 9, 2021 | Tuition payment due |
Sept. 7, 2021 | Fall term starts* |
*The above deadlines are for accepted students starting at the beginning of the semester. Refer to our tuition and fees page if your start date is not listed above.
Admission & Selection
Ready for the next step in your education and a move toward a career you love? Learn more about the requirements for your chosen program, the documents you will need and how to submit them.
- Admission Requirements
- Submit your Transcripts and Documentation
- Admissions Testing
- High School Course Equivalencies
- International Document Assessment
- English Proficiency
Tuition and Financial Aid
Paying for your education may feel overwhelming, but we have resources and programs that can help, including information about payment options, student loans, grants and scholarships.
Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence (PACE)
ASAP recognizes that being an Administrative Professional is more than a job. It is a profession. That is why we offer the Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence (PACE).
The Value of Certification
Studies indicate that professionals who obtain a specialized credential are typically more in demand by employers, which gives them an edge in hiring, compensation, and promotions. Earning the PACE certification and placing the PACE designation after their name enables administrative professionals to demonstrate their depth of knowledge, expertise, and commitment. It positions them as highly credible professionals who are serious about their careers.
- Certified individuals gain professional credibility and confidence.
- Companies that hire certified individuals gain “stand out” employees who can help them meet their organizational goals, and
- The public gains from the efficiency, innovation, and expertise of highly trained professionals.
The Road to Certification
Our PACE certification is a streamlined online learning program perfect for busy professionals. Through our digital training methods, you can learn quickly, easily and on your own schedule.
In addition, our PACE Prep Materials will help you approach certification strategically.
LEARNING MODULES
The program is broken down into four modules to help you sharpen the skills most valued by employers. Included in each module is a practice quiz to help you experience what the exam will be like.
- Interpersonal Communications
- Task and Project Management
- Computer and Internet Technology
- Management Skills
STUDY GUIDE
This online “book” gives you a compact outline of the entire PACE learning process, including skills training itself. It takes you step-by-step through all critical skills and exam content in a clear, easy-to-understand format.
STUDY PLAN
Get inside tips on methods most effective for learning PACE content—preparation, study routine, retention techniques and test-taking best practices.
TRAINING VIDEOS
All skills learning is reinforced through videos of live instructors reviewing all PACE training content through colorful, illustrated, summary slides.
SUCCESS STRATEGIES
Learn more about PACE and the best strategies to succeed in a digital series with our PACE trainer Chrissy Scivicque.