Bachelor of Business Administration

Admission requirements

Admission dates

This program may not have an intake every semester. See available intakes above.

_{*In some instances, domestic applications will be accepted after the application deadline. In that case, the program's intake status will remain open.}

Program 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 has 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 Math 30-2, and two courses from Group A, and one course from either Group A or B**.

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 Math 30-2 or equivalents**.

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.

All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.

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. SAIT may also accept courses completed at certain international post-secondary institutions.

Early admission criteria

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 have to be at least 60%. The average will be calculated using English 30-1, and Math 30-1 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.

Applicants who have achieved, or will achieve, a minimum GPA of 2.7 in the post-secondary admission requirement. Early admission will be offered until December 15 or until the program is full. Applicants will be ranked and seats offered in order of the ranked list until the program is full. Once the program is full applicants will be placed on the waitlist in ranked order.

In the selection process, applicants will be assessed on the following criteria and seats will be offered accordingly.

Direct 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) along with all supporting documents must be submitted.

Selection criteria

• 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.
• Applicants will then be offered a seat or waitlisted, based on ranking and seat availability.

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.

You must submit final transcripts/grades to show you have completed the courses and met the minimum admission requirements by the transcript deadline or your seat will be rescinded.

 This program meets the eligibility criteria for the Post-Graduation Work Permit program for international students as long as the student is enrolled in the on-campus delivery mode or completes more than 50% of the courses on campus (for the blended option). International students attending all classes online will NOT be eligible for a Post-Graduate Work Permit. International students are responsible for maintaining their eligibility throughout their studies.

Communication during admission

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 the business.advising@sait.ca domain to your safe senders' list or you risk missing critical email messages.

When do classes start?

Classes for this program adhere to the following year start and end dates based on the semester the student begins their program.

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 6-credit Integrative Experience.

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)
• Optional Minor - 12 credits (4 courses)

The first semester is common for all majors. Students declare a major second semester, subject to a competitive screening process, and move into open registration.

Looking for course descriptions and requisites? Visit the course catalogue

Note: Not all courses will run every year or every semester.

Courses

Business core (45 total credits required)

Complementary core (18 total credits required)

Complementary elective (12 total credits required)

Major courses (45 total credits required)

Optional minor (required 12 credits)

In order to earn Minors in both Construction Project Management and Energy, Oil and Gas you must complete an additional 12 credits from the courses listed under Construction Project Management and an additional 12 credits from the courses listed under Energy, Oil and Gas.

Progression

Students must attain a PGPA and/or a 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 course requirements within the prescribed timelines.

Review our grading and progression procedure >

Transfer options

The opportunity to advance your education by transferring in, within or on from SAIT is available.

Learn more about program and institution partnership agreements.

Costs 2022/23

Domestic tuition and fees

Cost per credit: $233

International tuition and fees

Cost per credit: $694.80

_{*Maximum fee. Actual fees may be less and are based on the number of credits a student takes per semester and whether they opt-out of health and dental benefits.}

SAIT fees

• Campus athletic and recreation fee: $196
• Universal transit pass (Upass): $320
• Student support fee: $200
• Student technology fee: $200

Saitsa fees

Student Association fee

• Maximum: $291

This is the maximum amount the student will pay. Actual fees may be less and are based on the number of credits the students take per semester.

Health and dental fees

• Health plan: $127
• Dental plan: $135

Students with existing health and/or dental plans can opt-out. Please refer to Saitsa's website for information.

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 computer that meets the program's hardware and software requirements, see our computers and laptops page.

Learn more 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.

Orientation

Your program orientation (ORNT 118) will be held on campus on Aug. 31. Check your schedule in mySAIT for the time and location details.

Learn more about campus orientation.

How to register for classes

Course registration opens on Tuesday, Nov. 15 for Winter 2023.

You’ll receive an email from us indicating what registration process you’ll use to enroll in your classes.

Learn more about how to register and the different registration methods used at SAIT.

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.

Preparation courses

To support your success, short courses are available to you to help prepare you for the academic year: 

PERS 050: Student Rights and Responsibilities

This course is designed to introduce you to student rights and responsibilities at SAIT. You will learn about SAIT's rich and diverse community, become familiar with guidelines and procedures that create a safe, respectful learning experience for you, and gain practical tips for how you can engage in the SAIT community in a positive and responsible way. PRES-050 must be completed within 30 days from the start of the semester.

PREP 100: The SAIT Experience

Get tips and insider information on time management, exam preparation, effective notetaking and more through this free, online short course for new students. Plus, learn about discussion boards, online communication and submitting assignments online. Course completion is recommended by the end of your first semester.

Both courses can be accessed through Brightspace (D2L) before the first day of classes.  

Students taking a full-time course load, or more than nine (9) credits per semester, will be automatically enrolled in these courses.

They are optional for students taking a part-time course load (9 or fewer credits per semester). Part-time students can register by emailing academic.coaching@sait.ca. 

Required textbooks

Find your booklist on the SAIT Bookstore's website. The booklist will be available closer to the program start date.

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

Ross Humby, Academic Chair
Email: ross.humby@sait.ca

Next steps for all students

Here's what else you'll need to do to get ready!

Next steps for accepted students

Important dates and deadlines

Find important dates applicable to all students, including your transcript and tuition payment deadlines on our Important Dates page.

Important Dates