Bachelor Of Business Administration - International Business (Optional Co-op)

Academic Requirements

To gain admission to the Bachelor of Business Administration - International Business program at UPEI, students must meet specific academic criteria. For high school graduates, successful completion of Grade 12 examinations in a University Preparatory Program is required, with an overall average of at least 70% in the following subjects:

• English
• Mathematics
• Any two Social Studies, Languages, or Sciences
• One other academic course

For students interested in the Honours program, a minimum average of 75% in all previous courses is necessary. Additionally, students must obtain permission from the School, which is contingent on finding a faculty supervisor. It is advisable for students to seek admission to the Honours program as early as possible, ideally by the end of their third year.

International students, including those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, are encouraged to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding their specific admission requirements. It is important to note that transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Students must also complete prerequisite courses, including:

• Business 1710 (Organizational Behaviour)
• Business 2720 (Human Resource Management)

For further details or assistance, please reach out to LOA Portal's advisors who can provide guidance tailored to your needs.

Language Requirements

The language of instruction at the University of Prince Edward Island is English. All academically admissible applicants are required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language prior to undertaking studies. Proficiency may be demonstrated by:

Accepted English Language Proficiency Tests:

• IELTS (Academic):
  • Overall score of 6.5 with no band below 6
• TOEFL paper-based test:
  • 550 with minimum TWE of 5.5
• TOEFL internet-based test:
  • Overall score of 4.5, with no band below 4
• TOEFL essentials:
  • Overall score of 8.5 (not accepted for some programs)
• CAEL (including CAEL Online):
  • 60
• Pearson Test of English:
  • 58
• Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency:
  • Overall score of 176 with 176 in writing and no other skill below 169
• GTEC CBT:
  • 1176–1250
• Duolingo:
  • Overall score: 120 with minimum subscores of 115 in all areas
• Oxford ELLT:
  • Overall 7 with no individual component below 6
• English 621:
  • 70%

Applicants with scores below the minimum may be admitted conditionally, except for those seeking admission to Nursing, Radiography, Education, or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.