The General Business Major is designed to provide students with pathways to further their post-secondary studies at various universities. Graduates gain a broad understanding of a multitude of business concepts.
Students gain a broad understanding of a multitude of business concepts. This major is designed to provide students with pathways to further post-secondary studies at various universities in Alberta. Please consult with an Academic Advisor if you are planning to transfer to one of Bow Valley College's many post-secondary partners.
Time commitment
This is a two-year (four term) diploma 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.
Learning options
Core courses are available both in class and online. Students will choose nine courses from any of the Business Administration majors to complete the major specific courses.
*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,
Credit in English Language Arts 30-1 or minimum 65% in English Language Arts 30-2 or equivalent
Credit in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or equivalent
Or
Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test that consists of five tests with a minimum score in the following sections:
Language Arts: Reading and Writing: 520 minimum standard score
Math Test: 520 minimum score
OR:
Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admissions Test
OR:
Completion of 30 credits from a recognized business program (departmental approval required)
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.
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