The Business Administration Certificate examines general business concepts and focuses on developing introductory skills in accounting principles, management, organizational behaviour, and marketing. With a well-rounded business education, learners can apply their knowledge and skills to a variety of industries. Graduates are qualified for entry level positions in the areas of accounting, office administration, retail services, marketing, and sales.
Time commitment
This is a one-year (two term) certificate program. A standard course load is five courses per term. Students can maintain full time status with at least three courses. Taking less than five courses per term will take longer to complete the program.
Online option
The Business Administration Certificate program is also available online. This gives you the flexibility to study at home. Your instructor is available to provide support and feedback through email.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
Bow Valley College
Calgary Downtown Campus,
345 - 6 Avenue SE,
CALGARY,
Alberta (AB),
T2G 4V1, Canada
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
Bow Valley College
Calgary Downtown Campus,
345 - 6 Avenue SE,
CALGARY,
Alberta (AB),
T2G 4V1, Canada
Academic requirements,
Or
Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test that consists of five tests with a minimum score in the following sections:
Or
Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admissions Test
English language proficiency requirements:
IELTS Academic: 6.0 with minimum band score 6.0, Pearson Test of English (PTE) A: 59-64, TOEFL: 83, Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL): 50
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
At Bow Valley College, courses are shaped with input from industry partners so students can graduate with the skills employers need.