Bachelor of Business Administration

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at BCIT enhances skills developed in diploma programs, broadening knowledge in critical and strategic thinking. Designed for BCIT Business Diploma graduates and others seeking to advance their careers, the program offers full-time and part-time options, as well as an Executive Pathway for working professionals. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse industries and further education, including MBA and Masters programs.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Name:

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Objectives:

Enhance skills developed in diploma programs, broaden knowledge in critical and strategic thinking skills.

Program:

Designed to build directly on diplomas offered by the School of Business.

Who Should Apply:

• BCIT School of Business diploma graduates
• Students seeking to enhance skills
• Individuals interested in critical and strategic thinking
• Those seeking richer career paths
• Students planning to pursue a graduate degree

Entrance Requirements:

• One of the following BCIT Business Diplomas with a minimum overall average of 70%:
• Accounting
• Business Administration (General Option)
• Business Administration (Global Studies Option)
• Business Administration (Human Resources Option)
• Business Administration (Management Option)
• Business Administration (Marketing Option)
• Business Information Technology Management (Artificial Intelligence Management Option)
• Business Information Technology Management (Enterprise Systems Management Option)
• Business Management
• Business Management (Advanced Placement - Degree/Diploma Entry)
• Business Management, Advanced Diploma
• Business Operations Management
• Finance
• Financial Planning
• General Insurance and Risk Management
• Global Trade and Transportation Management
• Human Resource Management
• Human Resource Management (Advanced Placement - Degree/Diploma Entry)
• Marketing Management (Entrepreneurship Option)
• Marketing Management (Marketing Communications Option)
• Marketing Management (Professional Real Estate Option)
• Marketing Management (Professional Sales Option)
• Marketing Management (Tourism Management Option)
• Eligible diploma programs with a minimum of 70% in an approved diploma, completion of outstanding core courses with minimum requirements listed below, and any applicable bridging courses.

Costs and Supplies:

• Bring your own device (laptop)
• Laptop costs vary depending on configuration (approximately $1,000 to $2,000)
• Full-time studies tuition and fees
• Flexible learning tuition and fees
• Books and supplies (full-time: $1100)

Courses:

Full-time Option:

• Immersive and demanding environment
• All courses scheduled at Burnaby campus
• Program begins in September and ends in April
• Outstanding electives completed at own pace

Part-time Option:

• Accepted into the program, register and complete classes on a course-by-course basis
• Usually allows students to complete the program in 18-36 months while working
• Course information and availability listed below

Program Matrix:

• Check current availability of courses for this program.

Program Details:

• Two-year program (lower levels) fulfilled by one of the School of Business + Media Full-time diploma programs
• Students must first apply and be accepted into a diploma program
• Upon completion of the diploma, students then apply to complete the BBA program
• Specializations and joint programs available

Graduating and Jobs:

• BBA graduates represent the program in many different industries
• Graduates have been accepted into various MBA and Masters programs
• BCIT students are also eligible for Masters programs at any of the partner universities through the Student Exchange Program

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Application process for BCIT diploma students
• General arts and science requirements
• General questions

BBA Executive Pathway:

• Allows working professionals advanced placement into the program through recognition of workplace experience and education
• Individuals who do not meet the traditional entrance requirements have an alternative path to complete their degree part-time
• Eligibility:
• Several years of experience in management or administration, combined with some formal education
• Specific bridging path opportunities for:
• First Responders
• Canadian Forces Veterans or Reservists
• Mature Student
• Red Seal or Journeyman Certificate
• Step 1: Eligibility assessment
• Step 2: Complete bridging courses
• Step 3: Degree completion

Contact Us:

• Julia Humphrey, Program Administrator, Bachelor of Business Administration
• Simon Bachrich, Program Head, Bachelor of Business Administration