Business is more than just numbers and charts. UFV’s Business program prepares students for the real world through enriching learning experiences, and courses taught by instructors with industry experience. Employers are looking for graduates that are ready to hit the ground running, UFV helps you make the best impression by making sure you are “job-ready” by the time you graduate. At UFV, there is something for everyone, from certificates, to our two-year Business Administration diploma, to our Bachelor of Business Administration degree with the option to specialize in several different subject areas. Study full-time, part-time, or even take courses in the summer. NOTE: we announced a number of important updates to our programs in late 2009. Read about them here.
Why study Business Administration?
Whatever career path you choose, it will likely involve some aspects of business. Consider any profession from artist to doctor, lawyer to pilot, welder to police officer: they all need to understand how business works. The study of business involves both theory and practice. Successful businesspeople must be able to analyze a situation, examine various alternatives, and combine parts of solutions to solve the particular problem being faced.
The four-year Bachelor of Business Administration degree program at UFV provides advanced study in the theories and principles of modern business and sharpens essential business skills. As a graduate, you will be well-equipped to function in and adapt to the rapidly changing business environment. You will gain a general background in business, and the chance to concentrate in accounting/financial management, marketing, human resource and organizational studies, or operations management.
What can I do with a BBA?
The UFV BBA degree program prepares graduates to work in the banking, accounting, hospitality, wholesaling and distribution, and manufacturing industries, and assists those who wish to operate their own business. It is also excellent preparation for post-graduate work or professional programs such as law.
Why study Business Administration at UFV?
In the Canadian University Report ( The Globe and Mail , 2010), the University of the Fraser Valley was ranked as the top public university in B.C. – of any size – for overall quality of education, quality of teaching, most satisfied students, best student-faculty interaction, and best career preparation.
UFV allows you to keep your options open :
- Join us straight from high school and complete the Business Administration diploma, from which you can “ladder” directly into third year of the degree program
- Enter the workforce after completing your diploma and study part-time towards your degree, or come back and study full time after working for a few years
- Combine your studies with co-operative education work terms
- Enter the third year of the degree program after completing an equivalent business administration diploma from another Canadian institution
- Consider our BBA (Aviation) degree , open to first-year students in aviation. Graduates of the Aviation diploma program from UFV and other institutions can enter at the third year.
- If you have a Trades certificate and 5 years work experience, our BBA (Trades Management) degree program might be ideal for you.
- If you have a diploma in Agriculture, consider our BBA (Agriculture Management) degree program .
Read the latest news about our program as it is evolving this year
(December 2009).
Who will I be learning from?
Faculty are committed instructors who are passionate about communicating their knowledge about a subject and cultivating enthusiasm in the students learning it. BBA faculty members have earned credentials from world-class business schools around the world and have significant industry experience. Read more about the faculty.
Is there a co-op program?
The co-operative education option integrates academic study with on-the-job training. These four-month work terms ultimately produce knowledgeable, motivated, and jobready graduates. Co-op will provide you with exposure to a wide range of business career disciplines including finance, accounting, management, and marketing.
Can I study abroad?
Education and world travel are not mutually exclusive. UFV offers many opportunities to volunteer, study, or work overseas. Experience a different culture, develop foreign language skills, and sharpen your resume to be competitive in an increasingly global economy.
How much will it cost?
In addition to tuition, your costs include books, supplies, housing, meals, transportation, and personal expenses. On average, full-time BBA students pay $4,000 tuition each academic year. Books and supplies are in addition to this. It’s worth a visit to the UFV financial aid and awards office, which facilitates the disbursement each year of approximately $7 million in federal and provincial student loans, B.C. grants, bursaries, scholarships, and awards to UFV students. A helpful budget planning worksheet is available online.
What kind of assistance is available to me?
Please visit Student Services to learn about the broad range of services designed to help you learn about and adjust to the university environment. There's also an active Business Administration Student Association (BASA) that helps keep students in the program connected.
When should I apply and when can I start?
Early application is recommended for all programs, as acceptance to programs is currently by date of application. Students interested in the BBA degree program typically apply between October 1 and March 31 for a start date the following September. Check the calendar for detailed information about the application process.
Sounds good. What should I do now?
Apply now. Review our step-by-step process to becoming a UFV student. Have specific questions? Contact the BBA Program Advisor at 604-854-4551, or email businfo@ucfv.ca . A list of frequently asked questions about the Business Administration program is also available online.
I’m not sure that this program is for me. What are my options?
We want to hear from you! If you’re unsure of your direction, contact http://www.ufv.ca/Future_Students/tours.htm or email: recruiter@ufv.ca to arrange a tour or contact Student Services at 1-888-504-7441 to connect with an Educational Advisor, or arrange for career counseling. |
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