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Overview
Prepare to make your mark in the business world with the industry-recognized Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree.
Engage in small classes with active, collaborative coursework while learning from faculty with real business experience. Work in teams to deliver projects, present strategies and meet business goals.
You'll begin the program with a common first year to build core business skills, then in year two, choose from one of six majors:
- Accounting: understand the strategic role of accounting in measuring financial performance. Gain advanced knowledge in core accounting topics and quantitative skills. You’ll graduate with the courses you need to enter the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) program and earn your designation.
- Financial Services: study for a career in financial advising, banking, investing or insurance for personal or corporate clients. In this unique major, you’ll complete exams for key industry certification like Investment Funds in Canada (IFIC) and Canadian Securities Course (CSC).
- Human Resource (HR) Management: graduate ready to add strategic value to organizations in recruitment, compensation, employee training and development, change management and navigating diversity. In this Human Resources Institute of Alberta (HRIA)-accredited program, you are exempt from writing the national exam for your Certified Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.
- Management: open the door to a diverse career with effective skills in managing people, processes and projects. In the BBA – Management degree, you learn about projects, operations, change and conflict through practical classes. Specialize your electives and learn the language of the industry with a minor in energy or construction.
- Marketing: learn to create and innovate to grow a business, launch new products and build brands – sometimes for actual clients. Master the marketing mix, embrace the latest trends and blend theory with real-world scenarios. Graduate with a professional portfolio and prepared for an exciting career.
- Supply Chain Management: learn to effectively manage supply chains using examples from real companies while earning up to 3 industry-recognized micro-credentials. You’ll delve deeply into procurement, logistics, transportation, inventory and warehouse management, supplied relations, contracts and performance analytics. You’ll graduate with unique skills, industry connections, a Microsoft Excel Specialist certification, optional Lean Six Sigma Yellow and Green Belt certifications and credit toward your future SCMP credential.
The BBA also offers two optional minors:
- Construction Project Management: get the inside track for a business role in the robust Canadian construction industry. You’ll learn the process of managing large capital construction projects including risk and conflict on construction sites, design considerations and more.
- Energy, Oil and Gas: prepare to work in Alberta’s dynamic energy industry with courses form the state-of-the are MacPhail School of energy. You’ll learn the language of the industry with insights into technical, regulatory and economic factors.
Your final course is an Integrated Work Experience. You’ll have the opportunity to apply learned knowledge and skills to real-world business situations, while further developing critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication capabilities.
The BBA ensures you develop the business acumen, technical knowledge and soft skills employers are looking for — leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving and communication. Finally, our close industry partnerships ensure that your learning is directly linked to the business community and real-world experiences.
Program brochure
Explore our brochure for the Bachelor of Business Administration Degree program — open in a new window, download or scroll to search and find the information you are looking for.
Is this the right fit for me?
To be successful in this academically rigorous program, you should:
- attend and actively participate in all classes
- spend six to nine hours per week on each course outside of regular class time
- be proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office
- be prepared to work in teams
- be prepared for increasing level of difficulty each year
- become familiar and adhere to SAIT's policies and procedures
- have strong written and oral communication skills.
If you are engaged in campus life and take advantage of SAIT services and resources, you’ll be more likely to experience success in SAIT's programs.
Professional designations and certifications
When you graduate, you can pursue different professional designations, depending on your major. In some cases, we have formal agreements with professional associations to recognize BBA coursework for their educational requirements. You may need an additional exam, education, or work requirements to earn a designation.
- Accounting: Graduate with all pre-requisite educational requirements needed to enter the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Professional Education Program.
- Financial Services: You have the opportunity to complete the Investment Funds in Canada (IFIC) and Canadian Securities Course (CSC) exams in the program. You can graduate with your Personal Financial Planner (PFP) designation in hand by passing the necessary exams. The Financial Planning Standards Council recognizes the program as meeting the Core Curriculum requirements for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification.
- Human Resource Management: This program is accredited by the Human Resources Institute of Alberta, exempting you from writing the national knowledge exam for your Certified Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation. You can also pursue designations including Registered Professional Recruiter (RPR), and Certified Training and Development Professional (CTDP).
- Management: you can pursue the Certified in Management (CIM) designation.
- Marketing: you can pursue the Certified Sales Professional (CSP) designation.
- Supply Chain Management: you can pursue several designations including Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), Professional Logistician (P.Log), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
Credentials
After successfully completing the program, graduates will receive a SAIT Bachelor of Business Administration degree.
Career opportunities
The career potential for graduates of this program varies by major.
- Accounting: accountant, actuary, auditor, consultant, forensic accountant
- Financial Services: asset manager, financial advisor, investment consultant, premium banker, system branch manager
- Human Resource Management: change management specialist, health and wellness advisor, labour relations advisor, learning and development specialist, talent acquisition specialist
- Management: business development advisor, business owner, management consultant, operations manager, project manager
- Marketing: account manager, business development advisor, digital marketing specialist, entrepreneur, event coordinator
- Supply Chain Management: buyer, category manager, commercial analyst, contracts specialist, inventory manager
$48,000
Tuition and fees per year*
Year 1: $7,358
Year 2: $7,358
Year 3: $7,358
Year 4: $7,358
Year 1 (International): $21,398
Year 2 (International): $21,398
Year 3 (International): $21,398
Year 4 (International): $21,398
Year 1: $7,898
Year 2: $7,898
Year 3: $7,898
Year 4: $7,898
Year 1 (International): $21,711
Year 2 (International): $22,515
Year 3 (International): $22,916
Year 4 (International): $22,916
*Tuition, fees, books and supply costs are subject to change
Full costs
Tuition and financial aid
Requirements
This is a competitive program. If applicants meet the admission requirements they will be assessed based on additional criteria. Applicants will be offered admission to this program if they’re qualified through the competitive process and space is available.
When can you apply?
- Applications for fall 2021 open Oct. 7, 2020, and are accepted until the program start date.
| Term | Program start |
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| Fall 2021 | Sept. 7, 2021 |
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As the saying goes, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” After barely getting through his first degree and trying to enter into a workforce that looked grim, that’s exactly what SAIT international student Rigel Raju did. Taking a year to reflect, he decided to enroll in SAIT’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program and was sure to make it count this time.
Admission Requirements
Admission and selection
- Fall 2021 start: applications are open Oct. 7, 2020 until the program start date but are subject to change.
Admission requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following (or equivalent), as well as the English proficiency requirement*:
1. An overall minimum average of 65% where:
- English 30-1 has to be at least 60%
- Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30 have to be at least 60% or Math 30-2 has to be at least 70%
The average will be calculated using English 30-1, and Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30 or Math 30-2, and two courses from Group A, and one course from either Group A or B**.
| Group A (academics) |
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Academic courses may include Grade 12, 30-level or equivalent:
Note:
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| Group B (other) |
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One of the following:
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2. A SAIT Business Administration diploma or a Bachelor of Applied Business Administration or their equivalent from an accredited post-secondary institution, with a minimum 2.3 cumulative GPA, (67% or C+).
3. A two-year diploma or a bachelor's degree from an accredited post-secondary institution, with a minimum 2.3 cumulative GPA, (67% or C+) and completion of English 30-1 and Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30 or Math 30-2 or equivalents**.
*All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.
**Admission is determined based on an applicant's complete academic history, including both high school and post-secondary courses. Post-secondary level courses of similar learning outcomes may be considered for use in meeting admission requirements.
SAIT accepts high school course equivalents for admission. If you don't meet the requirements, consider Academic Upgrading.
SAIT evaluates international documents for admissions. After you've applied, consider our international document assessment service if your education is from outside of Canada.
Competitive entry: seven-step process
Step 1: Read the program information to see the qualities needed for student success.
Step 2: Ensure that you meet all of the admission requirements listed above.
Step 3: Review the selection information to understand the process and deadlines
- Applications and proof of the admission requirements ( transcripts and/or anticipated final grades) along with all supporting documents must be submitted to be included in selection.
- There will be 240 seats offered in the fall intake for year one, and 240 seats for advanced standing applicants.
Early admission for first-year applicants
Early admission will be offered to qualified applicants based on the following criteria.
- An overall minimum average of 75% where English 30-1 and Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30 have to be at least 60%. The average will be calculated using English 30-1, and Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30, and two courses from Group A, and one course from either Group A or B, OR,
- Applicants who have achieved, or will achieve, a minimum GPA of 2.7 in the SAIT Business Administration diploma or equivalent.
Early admission will be offered until Dec. 15 or until the program is full.
In the selection process, applicants will be assessed on the following criteria and seats will be offered accordingly.
Selection criteria
First-year applicants
- Applicants who do not qualify for early admission, or who qualify after the early admission deadline has passed, will be placed in selection and academically ranked according to the admission requirements.
- Selection will begin on Dec. 18 and be done on a continuous basis until the program has been filled.
- Interviews may also be required as part of the selection process.
- Applicants will then be offered a seat or waitlisted, based on ranking and seat availability.
Third-year applicants
- Selection will begin on Dec. 18 and be done on a continuous basis until the program has been filled.
- Applicants will be placed in selection and academically ranked according to their GPA in the SAIT Business Diploma or equivalent.
- Interviews may also be required as part of the selection process.
- Applicants will then be offered a seat or waitlisted, based on ranking and seat availability.
Failure to meet anticipated final grades may result in offers being rescinded.
Step 4: Apply to Bachelor of Business Administration and submit your transcripts.
Step 5: Log in to mySAIT.ca to check your admission status. If eligible, your status will indicate that you're "in selection."
Step 6: Complete the interview, if required.
Step 7: Continue to monitor changes to your application status through mySAIT.ca.
Communication during selection
Email is the primary source of communication during the selection process. Ensure your personal email account is managed appropriately to receive our emails, files and communications.
We recommend you add business.advising@sait.ca and the sait.ca domain to your safe senders' list or you risk missing critical email messages.
Courses
Program outline
The Bachelor of Business Administration requires 120 credits (39 courses) for completion, including at least 72 credits at the senior level. All courses are 3 credits, except for the six-credit Integrative Experience. Junior-level courses are indicated by * — all others are senior-level.
The program consists of:
- Business core courses - 45 credits (14 courses)
- Complementary core courses - 18 credits (6 courses)
- Complementary elective courses - 12 credits (4 courses)
- Major courses - 45 credits (15 courses)
- Accounting
- Financial Services
- Human Resource Management
- Management
- Marketing
- Supply Chain Management
Minors - 12 credits:
- Construction Project Management
- Energy, Oil and Gas
Other course options:
Students take common first-year courses, then move into open-registration for year two. The first semester is common for all majors: Accounting, Financial Services, Human Resource Management, Marketing and Supply Chain Management. Students declare a major in the second semester, subject to a competitive screening process.
Year One
| Course Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| Semester One | |
| ACCT-1010 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
| BCMP-1225 | Business Productivity Tools and Technology |
| BMAT-1040 | Business Mathematics |
| ECON-1010 | Microeconomics |
| MNGT-1200 | Introduction to Business |
| Semester Two | |
| COMM-1070 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
| ECON-1110 | Macroeconomics |
| STAT-2040 | Quantitative Methods |
| Choose one of two | |
| ACCT-2010 | Accounting for Managers |
| or | |
| MKTG-1060 | Marketing Essentials |
| Choose one of five electives | |
| ACCT-2110 | Introductory Financial Accounting II |
| BFIN-1255 | Personal Financial Planning |
| HRMT-2320 | Human Resource Management |
| MKTG-1275 | Marketing You |
| MNGT-1255 | Introduction to Management |
| SCMT-1255 | Introduction to Supply Chain Management |
Business core (45 total credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| ACCT-1010 | Introductory Financial Accounting I* |
| BCMP-1225 | Business Productivity Tools and Technology* |
| BLAW-2030 | Business Law |
| BMAT-1040 |
Business Mathematics* |
| ECON-1010 | Microeconomics* |
| ECON-1110 | Macroeconomics* |
| MKTG-1060 | Marketing Essentials* |
| MNGT-1200 | Introduction to Business* |
| MNGT-2250 | Organizational Behaviour |
| MNGT-2360 | International Business |
| MNGT-4050 | Strategic Management |
| Business core elective one (choose one of two) | |
| ACCT-2010 | Accounting for Managers |
| ACCT-2110 | Introductory Financial Accounting II* Note: Accounting majors must take ACCT 2110 - Introductory Financial Accounting II*. |
| Business core elective two (choose one of two) |
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| BFIN-2301 | Finance for Managers |
| FNCE-3060 | Finance Management Note: Accounting majors must take FNCE 3060 - Finance Management. |
| Business core Integrative Experience elective (choose one of two) |
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| ACWE-4990 | Business Practicum |
| MNGT-4990 | Business Capstone |
* Junior courses
Complementary core (18 total credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| COMM-1070 | Communication and Presentation Skills* |
| COMM-3310 | Presentations |
| PHIL-1011 | Critical Thinking* |
| PHIL-3010 | Ethics |
| STAT-2040 | Quantitative Methods* |
| STAT-4010 | Research Methodologies |
* Junior courses
Complementary elective courses (12 total credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| Junior science elective (choose one of four) |
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| BIOL-2220 | Organisms and their Relationships* |
| ENVS-2010 | Environmental Science for Sustainability* |
| SCIE-2230 | Science of Health and Wellness* |
| SCIE-2240 | Science: Past Present Future* |
| Junior humanities elective (choose one of five) |
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| ARCH-1010 | History of Architecture* |
| ENGL-1010 | Critical Reading and Writing* |
| HUMN-2010 | Introduction to Humanities* |
| PHIL-1030 | Ethics in Technology* |
| PHIL-1040 | Introduction to Philosophy* |
| Junior social sciences elective (choose one of three) |
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| ANTH-2230 | Aboriginal Studies* |
| PSYC-1010 | Introduction to Psychology* |
| SOCI-2010 | Introduction to Sociology* |
| Senior complementary elective (choose one of five) |
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| Senior humanities elective | |
| COMM-3300 | Intercultural Communications |
| ENGL-3370 | Comparative World Literature |
| Senior social sciences elective | |
| SOCI-3060 | Technology and Society |
| SOCI-3340 | Society and the Workplace |
| SOCI-3380 | Conformity and Deviance in the Workplace |
* Junior courses
Major Courses (45 total credits)
Accounting major (45 credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| ACCT-2020 | Introductory Management Accounting |
| ACCT-3010 | External Auditing |
| ACCT-3020 | Personal and Corporate Taxation |
| ACCT-3120 | Intermediate Management Accounting |
| ACCT-3210 | Intermediate Financial Accounting I |
| ACCT-3310 | Intermediate Financial Accounting II |
| ACCT-4020 | Accounting Theory |
| ACCT-4140 | Internal Auditing and Controls |
| ACCT-4220 | Advanced Management Accounting |
| ACCT-4410 | Advanced Financial Accounting |
| MNGT-2322 | Information Systems |
| MNGT-4070 | Operations Management |
| Accounting electives (choose two) | |
| ACCT-4110 | Advanced External Audit |
| ACCT-4130 | Advanced Information Systems |
| ACCT-4150 | Advanced Taxation |
| FNCE-4120 | Advanced Corporate Finance |
| Business elective ( see list) | |
Financial Services major (45 credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| ACCT-2375 | Introduction to Taxation |
| BFIN-1255 | Personal Financial Planning* |
| BFIN-2333 | Money and Banking |
| BFIN-2341 | Risk Management and Retirement Planning |
| BFIN-2360 | Relationship Selling |
| BFIN-2380 | Financial Planning Process and Estate Planning |
| BFIN-2386 | Integrated Finance |
| BFIN-3010 | Intermediate Finance I |
| BFIN-3020 | Intermediate Finance II |
| BFIN-4010 | Client Advice |
| BFIN-4020 | Advanced Finance I |
| BFIN-4030 | Advanced Finance II |
| MNGT-4070 | Operations Management |
| Financial Services certification elective (choose one) | |
| BFIN-2356 | Mutual Funds and Securities |
| BFIN-4040 | Applied Client Planning |
| or senior business elective | |
| Business elective ( see list) | |
Human Resource Management major (45 credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| ELAW-2350 | Employment Law |
| HRMT-2300 | Talent Management I: Recruitment and Selection |
| HRMT-2310 | Technical Skills for HR Professionals |
| HRMT-2320 | Human Resource Management |
| HRMT-2350 | Human Resource Information Management |
| HRMT-2360 | Talent Management II: Training and Development |
| HRMT-3010 | Health, Safety and Wellness |
| HRMT-3020 | Talent Management III: Total Rewards |
| HRMT-4010 | Labour Relations |
| LDSH-3050 | Leadership |
| MNGT-1255 | Introduction to Management* |
| MNGT-3020 | Conflict Management and Negotiation Skills |
| MNGT-4010 | Change Management |
| MNGT-4040 | Human Resource Management |
| MNGT-4070 | Operations Management |
| Senior business elective ( see list) | |
Management major (45 credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| HRMT-2320 | Human Resource Management |
| MNGT-1255 | Introduction to Management* |
| MNGT-2321 | Project Management |
| MNGT-3020 | Conflict Management and Negotiation Skills |
| MNGT-4010 | Change Management |
| MNGT-4020 | Project Management II |
| MNGT-4070 | Operations Management |
| Management major electives (choose eight without minor or choose four with minor) | |
| ECON-2355 | Economic Development Fundamentals |
| ENTR-2350 | Entrepreneurship |
| LDSH-3050 | Leadership |
| MNGT-2367 | Municipal Structure and Governance |
| MNGT-2370 | Principles of Supply Chain Management |
| MNGT-3010 | Continuous Improvement |
| MNGT-3365 | International Management |
| or senior business elective(s) | |
| Management minor (four courses) - Construction Project Management or Energy, Oil and Gas |
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Marketing major (45 credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| MKTG-1275 | Marketing You* |
| MKTG-2306 | Brand Management |
| MKTG-2322 | Marketing Research |
| MKTG-2336 | Marketing Action |
| MKTG-2340 | Consumer Behaviour |
| MKTG-2366 | Business Development |
| MKTG-2375 | Integrated Marketing Communications |
| MKTG-2380 | Strategic Marketing |
| MKTG-3020 | Innovation and Design |
| MKTG-4020 | Public Relations |
| MKTG-4040 | Advertising |
| MNGT-4070 | Operations Management |
| Marketing elective one (choose one) | |
| MKTG-3359 | International Marketing |
| MKTG-4010 | Digital Marketing |
| Marketing elective two (choose one) | |
| MKTG-4030 | Go To Market |
| or senior business elective | |
| Business elective ( see list) | |
Supply Chain Management major (45 credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| LDSH-3050 | Leadership |
| MNGT-2321 | Project Management |
| MNGT-3020 | Conflict Management and Negotiation Skills |
| MNGT-4010 | Change Management |
| SCMT-1255 | Introduction to Supply Chain Management* |
| SCMT-2300 | Operations Planning and Scheduling |
| SCMT-2310 | Logistics I |
| SCMT-2320 | Quality: A Supply Chain Perspective |
| SCMT-2350 | Operational Performance Analytics |
| SCMT-2360 | Professional Practice in Supply Chain Management |
| SCMT-2370 | Procurement I |
| SCMT-2380 | Materials Management |
| SCMT-4010 | Procurement II |
| SCMT-4020 | Logistics II |
| Senior business elective ( see list) | |
Construction Project Management minor (12 credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| CPMT-2030 | Construction Management Overview* |
| CPMT-3060 | Project Risk and Conflict Management |
| CPMT-4060 | Scope and Design Management |
| Construction Project Management elective (choose one) | |
| CPMT-3020 | Project Delivery Systems and Contracts |
| SCMT-2320 | Quality: A Supply Chain Perspective |
| SCMT-2370 | Procurement I |
Energy, Oil and Gas minor (12 credits)
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| PTPR-1255 | Overview of the Canadian Oil and Gas Industry* |
| Energy, Oil and Gas electives (choose three) | |
| ENVS-3370 | Regulatory, Environment and Sustainability |
| MNGT-3310 | Petroleum Management |
| PTOP-3350 | Technology and Canadian Oil and Gas Operations |
| SCMT-2320 | Quality: A Supply Chain Perspective |
Business electives and senior business electives
| Course code | Course name |
|---|---|
| Business electives | |
| LDSH-3050 | Leadership |
| HRMT-2320 | Human Resource Management |
| Senior business electives | |
| ACCT-2375 | Introduction to Taxation |
| BFIN-2333 | Money and Banking |
| ECON-2355 | Economic Development Fundamentals |
| ELAW-2350 | Employment Law |
| ENTR-2350 | Entrepreneurship |
| HRMT-2300 | Talent Management I: Recruitment and Selection |
| HRMT-2350 | Human Resource Information Management |
| HRMT-2360 | Talent Management II: Training and Development |
| HRMT-3010 | Health, Safety and Wellness |
| HRMT-3020 | Talent Management III: Total Rewards |
| HRMT-4010 | Labour Relations |
| LDSH-3050 | Leadership |
| MKTG-2306 | Brand Management |
| MKTG-2336 | Marketing Action |
| MKTG-2340 | Consumer Behaviour |
| MNGT-2321 | Project Management |
| MNGT-2367 | Municipal Structure and Governance |
| MNGT-2370 | Principles of Supply Chain Management |
| MNGT-3010 | Continuous Improvement |
| MNGT-3020 | Conflict Management and Negotiation Skills |
| MNGT-3365 | International Management |
| MNGT-4010 | Change Management |
| SCMT-2300 | Operations Planning and Scheduling |
| SCMT-2310 | Logistics I |
| SCMT-2320 | Quality: A Supply Chain Perspective |
| SCMT-2350 | Operational Performance Analytics |
| SCMT-2370 | Procurement I |
| SCMT-2380 | Materials Management |
| MNGT-395 | Managing Strategically Note: SAIT BA graduates who enter into the BBA may use this course as a senior business elective |
* Indicates a junior-level course. All other courses are senior-level.
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Full course list
Note: Not all courses will run every year or every semester. View additional Bachelor of Applied Business Administration program information including course-specific descriptions and requisites. Contact an academic advisor to discuss your individual learning plan at business.advising@sait.ca or 403.284.8485. |
Looking for course descriptions and requisites? Visit the course catalogue
Progression
Students must attain a PGPA and/or CGPA of 2.0 or better in each semester and pass the necessary prerequisite courses to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses, attain a CGPA of 2.0 or better and complete the course requirements within the prescribed timelines.
Transfer options
The opportunity to advance your education through transfer to, within or from SAIT is available. Visit transfer options to learn more.
Costs
2020/21 Domestic Tuition and Fees*
| Year | Tuition fees | SAIT fees | Saitsa fees | Health & Dental Plan | 2020/21 total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6,136 | $682 | $288 | $252 | $7,358 |
| 2 | $6,136 | $682 | $288 | $252 | $7,358 |
| 3 | $6,136 | $682 | $288 | $252 | $7,358 |
| 4 | $6,136 | $682 | $288 | $252 | $7,358 |
2020/21 International Tuition and Fees*
| Year | Tuition fees | SAIT fees | Saitsa fees | Health & Dental Plan | 2020/21 total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,085 | $682 | $288 | $344 | $21,398 |
| 2 | $20,085 | $682 | $288 | $344 | $21,398 |
| 3 | $20,085 | $682 | $288 | $344 | $21,398 |
| 4 | $20,085 | $682 | $288 | $344 | $21,398 |
*Fees and tuition are based on a two-semester full course load structure. There may be additional fees for practicums and terms held outside this time frame.
SAIT Fees
Campus athletic and recreation Fee: $171.20
Universal transit pass (UPass): $310 - Check eligibility here.
Student support fee: $100
Student technology fee: $100
Health and Dental Fees
Domestic Students
- Health Plan: $122
- Dental Plan: $130
- For students with existing health and/or dental plans, please refer to the Saitsa website for information on opting out.
International Students
- Health and Dental Plan: $344
- For more information on Health and Dental Benefits for International students please contact the International Centre.
Books and supplies*
- Books and supplies are approximately $1,000 - $1,500 per full-time year.
- For an estimate of the costs associated with purchasing a device that meets the standard hardware and software requirements, see our computers and laptops page.
- Find out about tuition and financial aid.
* Tuition, fees, books and supply costs are subject to change.
2021/22 Domestic Tuition and Fees*
| Year | Tuition fees | SAIT fees | Saitsa fees | Health & Dental Plan | 2021/22 total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6,565 | $793.20 | $287.77 | $252 | $7,898 |
| 2 | $6,565 | $792.20 | $287.77 | $252 | $7,898 |
| 3 | $6,565 | $792.20 | $287.77 | $252 | $7,898 |
| 4 | $6,565 | $792.20 | $287.77 | $252 | $7,898 |
2021/22 International Tuition and Fees*
| Year | Tuition fees | SAIT fees | Saitsa fees | Health & Dental Plan | 2021/22 total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,286 | $793.20 | $287.77 | $344 | $21,711 |
| 2 | $21,090 | $793.20 | $287.77 | $344 | $22,515 |
| 3 | $21,491 | $793.20 | $287.77 | $344 | $22,916 |
| 4 | $21,491 | $793.20 | $287.77 | $344 | $22,916 |
*Fees and tuition are based on a two-semester full course load structure. There may be additional fees for practicums and terms held outside this time frame.
SAIT Fees
Campus athletic and recreation Fee: $183.20
Universal transit pass (UPass): $310 - Check eligibility here.
Student support fee: $150
Student technology fee: $150
Health and Dental Fees
Domestic Students
- Health Plan: $122
- Dental Plan: $130
- For students with existing health and/or dental plans, please refer to the Saitsa website for information on opting out.
International Students
- Health and Dental Plan: $344
- For more information on Health and Dental Benefits for International students please contact the International Centre.
Books and supplies*
- Books and supplies are approximately $1,000 - $1,500 per full-time year.
- For an estimate of the costs associated with purchasing a device that meets the standard hardware and software requirements, see our computers and laptops page.
- Find out about tuition and financial aid.
* Tuition, fees, books and supply costs are subject to change.
Next steps for incoming students
Have you been accepted to this program? Here's what you'll need for your first day of classes.
Important dates and deadlines
Find important dates applicable to all students, including your transcript and tuition payment deadlines on our Important Dates page.
Fall 2020
Orientation date
Thursday, Sept. 3
Delivery
All classes in this program will be delivered online for the Fall 2020 term due to the COVID-19 pandemic and associated health and safety guidelines.
Practicum
A work integrated learning practicum is possible. Most students will complete this by working remotely, however, some may work on-site at a employer facility following sector specific guidance.
How to register for classes
You'll follow a fixed block registration process to enrol in your classes. Learn how to register on our registration and schedules page.
Computers and laptops
This is a bring your own device program with a standard hardware and software requirement. See the specific requirements on our computers and laptops page.
Schedule changes
First-semester students can’t make changes to their schedule until the first day of classes. The add/drop period, when changes can be made to registration and schedule, is from Tuesday, Sept. 3 to Friday, Sept. 13 for full-time students.
Preparation courses
To support your success, SAIT offers some short courses before classes start, including PREP 100: The SAIT Experience and ETHI 110: SAIT Ethical Practices.
Required textbooks
The booklist will be available about two weeks before classes start.
Can’t find your program or course? The bookstore didn't receive a textbook list. Contact your program directly to determine if they’re still refining course details or if you're in luck, no textbook purchase required this term.
Contact
For any questions, or to set up a virtual advising appointment, please contact our School of Business Advising Centre:
Phone: 403.284.8485
Email: business.advising@sait.ca
Academic chair
Dr. Ross Humby, Academic Chair
Email: ross.humby@sait.ca