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

In order to enrol in the program, you need the following admission requirements or equivalents:

• at least 50% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 AND
• at least 50% in English Language Arts 30-1, or at least 60% in English Language Arts 30-2.

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.

Direct entry: four-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:  Apply to the program and submit your transcripts. 

Admission will be extended on a first-qualified, first-offered basis until the program is full. 

Step 4:  Continue to monitor 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have completed the courses and met the minimum admission requirements by the transcript deadline or your seat will be rescinded.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

Twenty courses (60 credits), including electives, are required to complete this program. You can take up to seven years to complete all 20 courses.

Students studying full-time, with a full course load can complete the program in two years.

You must meet the graduation requirements as they exist at the time you register for your first course (see AC.3.1.1 Grading and Progression).

For part-time learners, a combination of online and on-campus classes may be required to complete the program. The Human Resources Management major is currently not available part-time.

Once you have been accepted into this program, you can register for classes through mySAIT.ca .

Program outline

Students take a common first year with an elective option in the semester. In the year they specialize in one of the following majors:

• Accounting
• Financial Services
• Human Resource Management
• Management
• Marketing
• Supply Chain Management

Looking for course descriptions and requisites? Visit the course catalogue

The following is a recommended plan of study for full-time students taking a full course load (15 credits per semester). The program plan for students taking less than 15 credits may differ with regards to semester load and combination of courses.

First year

Semester 1 - Common

Semester 2 - Common

Accounting major

Second year

Semester 3

Semester 4

Financial Services major

Second year

Semester 3

Semester 4

Human Resource Management Major

Second Year

Semester 3

Semester 4

Management Major

Second Year

Semester 3

Semester 4 

Marketing Major

Second Year

Semester 3

Semester 4

Supply Chain Management Major

Second Year

Semester 3

Semester 4

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.

Transfer options

The opportunity to advance your education through transfer to, within or from SAIT is available. Visit transfer options to learn more.

Costs 2022/23

Domestic tuition and fees

Cost per credit: $189

Domestic cost per course

International tuition and fees

Cost per credit: $606.93

International cost per course

_{*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

The above fees are based on a course load of nine (9) or more credits per semester. Students taking less than nine (9) credits per semester do not qualify for the UPass. Other fees will be adjusted based on reduced credit load.

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.

Students taking less than nine (9) credits per semester do not qualify for health and dental benefits.

Books and supplies*

Books and supplies are approximately $1,000 - $1,500 per full-time year.

The Financial Services major has a maximum of three courses that require registration and payment to an external accrediting body of approximately $400 to $700 per course for an industry licensing exam.

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

Program orientation for students beginning in Winter 2023 will take place on SAIT campus on Friday, Jan. 6. Look for ORNT 118 in your schedule in mySAIT for the time and exact location.*

You can also prepare by attending the Big SAIT Welcome, online information sessions, international or Indigenous orientation, and completing the preparation courses below.

_{*If your orientation takes place on the first day of classes, you will not see a separate ORNT 118 in your schedule. Students registering in classes via open registration will need to enroll themselves in ORNT 118.}

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 is 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

Rose Campbell, Academic Chair, (Full-time program)
Email: rose.campbell@sait.ca

Grace McKenna, Academic Chair, Part-time program
Email: grace.mckenna@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