Learn about the world of business in a Canadian and international context. Year one and two will provide you with a solid foundation in general business, after which you will be able to specialize in Accounting, Financial Services, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Human Resources Management, Management, and Marketing.
More than simply theory, our business program is based on students applying what they learn in a practical use setting. Your professors have real-life expertise and will design projects that allow you to use your growing knowledge in a hands-on manner, often connecting you directly to local business owners for authentic results.
This unique four-year degree program focuses on business in the Canadian and international context. Year one of the program provides a solid foundation in general business. In subsequent years, specializations are available in Accounting, Financial Services, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Human Resources Management, Management, and Marketing. A General Studies specialization is also available to those who want to take elective courses from a variety of specialties. Business and non-business electives are also part of the program.
Management Specialty
While satisfying all the requirements outlined above for the Bachelor of Business Administration degree, students must include the following courses in their Business elective choices to specialize in Management:
BUAD 176 - Professional Sales
BUAD 283 - Management Information Systems
BUAD 370 - Leadership
BUAD 382 - Operations Management
Student must also complete four courses from the following options:
BUAD 201 - Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
BUAD 298 - Small Business Management
BUAD 289 - Purchasing and Materials Management
BUAD 305 - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
BUAD 306 - Managing Professional Service Firms
BUAD 307 - Managing for Innovation
BUAD 308 - Multicultural Management
BUAD 309 - Social Entrepreneurship
BUAD 330 - International Business
BUAD 331 - Project Management
BUAD 334 - Events Planning
BUAD 336 - Services Design & Development
BUAD 339 - Selected Topics: Management
BUAD 439 - Selected Topics: Management
BUAD 341 - Introduction to Non-Profit Management
BUAD 346 - Sustainable Management
BUAD 401 - International Trade Management
BUAD 410 - Organization Change and Development
BUAD 412 - Strategic Performance Management
BUAD 415 - New Product Development
BUAD 480 - Strategic Management II
This program is offered partially at Vernon, Penticton and Salmon Arm campus. Regional delivery of studies can differ according to the campus location, the first and second years of study is available at every campus. Some courses are also available by online delivery and distance education and students can combine on campus courses with online and distance courses.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
Salmon Arm Campus
2552 10th Ave NE,
Salmon Arm,
British Columbia,
V1E 2S4, Canada
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
Okanagan College
Kelowna Campus,
1000 KLO Road,
KELOWNA,
British Columbia (BC),
V1Y 4X8, Canada
Applicants must have
B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent.
English 12 with minimum 70% or alternatives.
English requirements
Canadian secondary school English 12: 60% or 70%
IELTS Academic: 6.0 or 6.5
TOEFL: 79 on IBT
Duolingo: 105 or 110
Okanagan College English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Level 3
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Okanagan College goes beyond just delivering an outstanding education, it helps students find their career and gain all the skills needed to succeed.