IMPORTANT NOTE

COMPUTER COMPETENCY

Qume 185 is no longer a required course for students with comprehensive computer skills. Students who DO NOT have the required computer skills should enrol in Qume 185. Required computer skills include the ability to create multi-media presentations in PowerPoint, knowledge of database applications using Access and comprehensive understanding of word processing, spreadsheets and website navigation. Students will be expected to demonstrate these computer skills throughout the program with no further instruction.

Bachelor of Business Administration

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

To provide students with a broad range of managerial capabilities, the capacity for critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills, legal and ethical behaviour.
To prepare graduates for diverse careers in global management, administration and entrepreneurship through a well-rounded business education with a focus on global business operations, emerging markets and technology-enabled organizations.
To expose students to both general and specialized curriculum content through core courses, specializations and electives - students are encouraged to select their electives from the Social Sciences and Humanities.

The Bachelor of Business Administration program outline may be viewed through the online calendar as may the calendar descriptions for Accounting, Economics, Finance, Law, Management, Marketing and Quantitative Methods.

If you are wondering which concentration is best for you, see what the Discipline Chairs say about their subject.

Why Select Accounting
Why Select Economics
Why Select Finance
Why Select Management
Why Select Marketing

During 2nd year, students must meet with the BBA Advisor regarding their choice of 3rd and 4th year Concentration. It should be noted that while first year is common to all concentrations, variations in course requirements begin in the fall semester of second year. The BBA Matrix details the courses in each concentration.

Students may also wish to discuss choices with the Discipline Chairs.

Accounting: Colin Haime, colin.haime@viu.ca
Economics: Rosmy Jean Louis, rosmy.jeanlouis@viu.ca
Finance and Qume: Keith Jensen, keith.jensen@viu.ca
Management: Steven Purse, steven.purse@viu.ca
Marketing: Bruce Ballam, duane.weaver@viu.ca

Online Learning and Degree Programs

Faculty of Management

IMPORTANT NOTE

COMPUTER COMPETENCY

Bachelor of Business Administration

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

To provide students with a broad range of managerial capabilities, the capacity for critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills, legal and ethical behaviour.

To prepare graduates for diverse careers in global management, administration and entrepreneurship through a well-rounded business education with a focus on global business operations, emerging markets and technology-enabled organizations.

To expose students to both general and specialized curriculum content through core courses, specializations and electives - students are encouraged to select their electives from the Social Sciences and Humanities.