The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration at Brandon University provides students with a comprehensive foundation in various functional areas of business. This program is designed to prepare students for successful careers in business, further studies in business and management, and to develop essential analytical, written, and oral skills. Graduates will also gain knowledge about the historical, economic, political, and philosophical contexts in which businesses and societies operate.
Program structure
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration program is structured to offer flexibility and depth in business education. The program options include:
Bachelor of Arts (Four Year) - General, with a Major in Business Administration
Bachelor of Arts (Three Years) - with a Major in Business Administration
Bachelor of Arts (Three Years) - with a Minor in Business Administration
Business Certificate (One Year)
This program is designed to be completed in a four-year timeframe for the major, allowing students to tailor their education to their career goals. Additionally, the program offers unique opportunities such as cooperative work placements and field studies, which provide practical experience in the business world.
Featured Experiences
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration program includes several unique features that enhance the learning experience:
Cooperative work placements that allow students to gain real-world experience.
Field studies that provide practical insights into business operations.
Case analysis and simulations to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Opportunities to work on research projects with faculty members.
Tailored courses for students pursuing Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Professional Human Resource (CPHR) designations.
Career Options
Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:
Business Analyst - Analyzes business processes and data to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Human Resources Manager - Oversees recruitment, training, and employee relations within an organization.
Marketing Coordinator - Develops and implements marketing strategies to promote products and services.
Financial Analyst - Evaluates financial data to assist in investment decisions and financial planning.
Operations Manager - Manages daily operations and ensures that business processes run smoothly.
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For students interested in applying to the Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration program at Brandon University, the following Academic Requirements must be met:
Official transcripts/documents must be sent directly from the granting institution or examination authority.
All documents submitted become the property of Brandon University.
Students in their final year of high school must include a letter from the Principal or designate attesting that graduation from high school will occur before the start of University.
Transcripts not in English must be translated by a certified translator along with a note indicating that the translator received documents in a sealed envelope. The original official transcript and the translation must be sent to the Admissions Office.
Secondary School Admission Requirement: Minimum five academic subjects in final year or senior exit exam with an overall average of C or higher on those subjects.
British Patterned Education (GCE): Minimum 2 Advanced (A) levels and 3 Ordinary (O) levels required with an average of C or higher on those subjects.
Two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) levels can be substituted for one Advanced (A) level course.
Certificates from Cambridge International Examinations can be verified in the office. Applicants can send high-quality images of the documents by email.
Pearson results must be sent directly from Pearson Edexcel. School copies will not be accepted.
All other GCE results must be received directly from the examination board. School copies will not be accepted.
International Baccalaureate (IB): International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum overall score of 24 points. The IB Diploma must include at least three Higher Level courses, with the remaining courses at either the Higher Level or the Standard Level.
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE): C5 or higher in a minimum of five subjects, including English and Mathematics.
Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
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Language Requirements
At Brandon University, demonstrating English language proficiency is essential for all applicants, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin. This requirement ensures that students possess an acceptable level of academic English, which is crucial for success in their programs.
There are 12 ways to meet Brandon University’s English language proficiency requirement:
Successful completion of a three‐year secondary school program at a school where English is the language of instruction.
Successful completion of three consecutive years of full‐time post‐secondary study at a recognized institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0).
Any combination of three consecutive years of full‐time study in secondary and post‐secondary education at recognized institutions where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0).
Graduation from a Manitoba high school with at least one Grade 12 English 40S credit with a minimum grade of 70%.
Graduation from a Canadian high school (outside Manitoba) with at least one Grade 12 English credit equivalent to Manitoba 40S with a minimum grade of 70%.
Completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level (HL) English course with a score of four (4) or greater.
Completion of Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and Composition or Language and Composition with a score of four (4) or greater.
Completion of a recognized secondary school completion exam with minimum final grade in English subject as specified below:
Secondary School Completion Exam
Minimum Score Requirement
Bahamas General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE)
C minimum on English Language
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)
C minimum on English Literatures or Communication Studies
General Certificate of Education (GCE)
C minimum on A level English
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
B minimum on English
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE – results reported through WAEC)
C4 or higher on English Language
Completion of an accredited undergraduate degree from a recognized post‐secondary institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.00).
Completion of an accredited graduate degree (minimum two‐year program) from a recognized post‐secondary institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.00).
Successful completion of Brandon University’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tier 4.
Completion of a recognized English Language Assessment Test with the appropriate minimum score:
Test
Undergraduate
Graduate
C1 Advanced - The Cambridge English Advanced exam
176 (minimum 170 each component)
Not Applicable
C2 Proficiency - The Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
176 (minimum 170 each component)
176 (minimum 170 each component)
CAEL - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment
60
60
CAEL CE - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment
60
60
DET - Duolingo English Test
120 overall; minimum 105 on all component scores
120 overall; minimum 105 on all component scores
EAP - English for Academic Purposes at Brandon University
Successful completion of Tier 4
Successful completion of Tier 4
IELTS - International English Language Testing System (Academic); One Skill Retake results accepted
6.5 overall; minimum 6.0 on each band
6.5 overall; minimum 6.0 on each band
PTEA - Pearson Test of English Academic
58
58
TOEFL iBT - Test of English as a Foreign Language
86 overall with a minimum score of 20 in each testing section.
86 overall with a minimum score of 20 in each testing section
TOEFL Revised Paper-delivered Test - Test of English as a Foreign Language
Results will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Results will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Examination results must be no more than two years old at the time of submission.
Mature and Home School applicants who cannot demonstrate proficiency through any of the 12 criteria will be assessed on an individual basis in consultation with the University Registrar and Dean of the faculty/school to which they are seeking admission.
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