Bachelor of Business Administration

Bachelor of Business Administration

Michael Gekas "The BBA program at Algoma U assisted me greatly in preparing for the CMA entrance examination, and the presentation skills I acquired have proven to be invaluable in the business world. Choosing Algoma U has been one of the best decisions of my life, and has opened many doors for me."

- Michael Gekas
Program Financial Consultant
St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto

Algoma University now offers a unique opportunity for individuals who wish to advance their careers in business.

Do you have:

If so, you may be able to earn a 4-year BBA from Algoma University in as little as 20-months.

Classes are held evenings and weekends so you can work while studying. Applications for Fall 2010 are now being accepted. Co-op opportunites are also available.

 

What Kind Of Job Can I Expect To Get With My Business Degree?

According to Statistics Canada, people with university degrees have increased employment opportunities, better career options and have the potential to earn more money over their lifetimes than those without a degree. As a graduate of Algoma University, you will also have the personal satisfaction of having completed a challenging course of study succesfully.

You'll find graduates of Algoma University working in Canada and around the world for corporations like BridgePoint health, Citibank, Research in Motion, Bombardier Aerospace, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, and many others. Many graduates of Algoma University's BBA program now hold a CGA, CMA or CA.

 

I Am a Graduate of a Community College. How Will My Accomplishment Be Recognized?

Algoma University respects your eduational accomplishments. If accepted into the program, your degree or diploma will be recognized with advanced credits. Algoma University's Admissions Office will review your options with you. For example, if you are a graduate of an Ontario community college, please review the chart below to see how your diploma may be recognized.

Diploma Type Diploma Average Credits Recognized
4 Year Degree
(Business)
Credits Required Time Required
3 Year Diploma GPA over 3.7 Up to 60
60 2 years
GPA of 3.0 - 3.69 Up to 45
75 2.5 years
GPA of 2.5 - 2.99 Up to 30
90 3 years
2 Year Diploma GPA over 3.7 Up to 45
75 2.5 years
GPA 3.0 - 3.69 Up to 30
90 3 years

** The usual full-time course load during a fall/winter period is 30 credits
*** Bachelor of Science programs are limited to a maximum of 36 transfer credits

Credit recognition is decided by the Algoma University Admissions Office for each individual student based on official transcripts. Please contact brampton@algomau.ca to discuss your options.

 

Next Steps

Students granted admission with full course recognition credits for an existing degree or diploma should be able to complete the program in 20 months (five semesters). Students who will not receive the maximum number of course recognition credits will be required to complete additional courses after completion of the 20 month program.