- CredentialCertificate
- Location OfferedCowichan, Nanaimo, Powell River
The Certificate in Business Management Program
The Certificate in Business Management (CBM) is offered full–time or part–time, with some courses offered by video conference. This Certificate program is designed to provide a firm foundation of business principles. Should you be entrepreneurial or curious about a career in business this could be your opportunity. By the end of this program the student will have a sound introduction to the key functional areas of business practice. Courses in the CBM are fully transferable to VIU's Bachelor of Business Administration undergraduate degree.
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
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ACCT 100 - (Financial Accounting I) |
3 |
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ECON 100 - (Intro to Economics) |
3 |
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FNCE 130 - (Intro to Finance) |
3 |
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MARK 160 - (Intro to Marketing) |
3 |
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MGMT 192 - (Principles of Management) |
3 |
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Three business elective credits* or, |
3 |
|
Nine business elective credits* |
9 |
|
Three elective credits |
3 |
|
Total Credits |
30 |
* Business electives are courses with the following prefixes: ACCT, ECON, FNCE, LAWW, MARK, MGMT, QUME.
** MATH 151 (minimum "C") will be accepted in place of three business elective credits, for students without Mathematics 12 (minimum "C").
Note: A minimum graduating GPA of 2.0 (“C”) is required.
Further Studies
The following are recommendations for students who wish to continue on to the Bachelor of Business Administration program.
- Consult with the BBA Advisor regarding elective choices.
- Students without Mathematics 12 (minimum "C"), but who have a C+ or better in Principles of Mathematics 11 can take MATH 151 (minimum "C") in place of a business elective, or Math 065 (minimum "C"). Students who have a "C+" or better in Foundations of Mathematics 11 will need to take Math 065 (minimum "C").
- Computer compentency or QUME 185 is required. For a detailed description of required computer skills refer to the Faculty of Management's Required Computer Compentencies.
- ENGL 115 - (University Writing and Research), or ENGL 204* - (Business and Technical Writing) for students who have already taken ENGL 115, is recommended. * Students who have already completed ENGL 225 - (Business and Technical Writing) can still use this course in lieu of ENGL 204.
- General admission requirements apply.
- A minimum “C+” grade in one of Principles of Mathematics 11 or Foundations of Mathematics 11 or equivalent; Mathematics 12 recommended (minimum "C" grade).
- English 12 with minimum “C” or equivalent.
Domestic Fees | International Fees
Domestic Fees
Tuition and Other Mandatory Student Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees for One Year |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (30 credits x $156.80 per credit) |
4,704.00 |
|
Student Activity fee (4% of tuition) |
188.16 |
|
Student Services fee (30 credits x $6.93 per credit) |
207.90 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $20.90 per month) |
167.20 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($275.00 per year) |
275.00 |
|
Approximate yearly cost for books and supplies |
1,100.00 |
|
Total |
6,642.26 |
The Health and Dental Plan fee is in effect only for full-time students at the Nanaimo Campus.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice.
International Fees
Tuition and Other Mandatory Student Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees for One Year |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (2 semesters x $8700.00 per semester) |
17,400.00 |
|
Ancillary Fee (2 semesters x $389.40 per semester) |
778.80 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $20.90 per month) |
167.20 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($275.00 per year) |
275.00 |
|
Approximate yearly cost for books and supplies |
1,100.00 |
|
Total |
19,721.00 |
Tuition in the above table is based on a maximum of 15 credits at $725.00 per credit, up to a maximum of $8,700.00 per semester for 12-15 credits; $725.00 per credit beyond 15 credits. Ancillary Fees in the above table are based on a maximum of 15 credits at $32.45 per credit, up to a maximum of $389.40 per semester for 12-15 credits; $32.45 per credit beyond 15 credits.
The Health and Dental Plan fee is in effect only for full-time students at the Nanaimo Campus.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice.
UpdatedDomestic (Canadian)
| Program Start Date | Accepting Applications | Campus | Options | ||||||||
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| Jan 6, 2022 | Ongoing |
Nanaimo
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September 6, 2022 | ||||||||
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 6, 2022
Next Intake(s)
Application Fee
$42.55
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Helene Viau Chair Contact
Name: Dr. Martin Martens Documentation Deadline
Must be received by July 31, 2022 for the September 6, 2022 semester. Comments
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International
| Program Start Date | Accepting Applications | Campus | Options | ||||||||||
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| Sep 6, 2022 |
Oct 1, 2021 to Mar 31, 2022
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Nanaimo
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January 6, 2022 | ||||||||||
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 6, 2022
Accepting International Applications
Yes
Application Fee
$150.00
Accepting Late Applications
Yes
Testing Required
No
Chair Contact
Name: Martin Martens International Admissions Officer Contact
Name: Amy Collins and Yuka Takai Documentation Deadline
Comments
For prospective international applicants, please send your inquiries to World VIU at WorldVIU@viu.ca.
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Further information on this program can be found on the Department website.
This program is offered full-time or part-time.
Questions about becoming a student can be directed to the Office of Future Students at 250-740-6672 or email Connect@viu.ca.