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Business Administration
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4 years
Duration (years)
4 years
VIU Bachelor of Business Administration, common first year and September 2027 intakeOptional internships in four majors
Work experience
Optional internships in four majors
VIU Faculty of Management internship eligibility and duration
Deadlines
December 2026
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Next deadline
Application closes
2027 entry · Domestic (Canadian); entry Jan 5, 2027; Nanaimo
Other deadline details
No central deadline, each B.C. institution sets its own application open and close datesEducationPlannerBC, deadlines are set per institutionRecurring annual · Every year
- No central deadline, each B.C. institution sets its own application open and close dates
- No central B.C. deadline
- Each institution and sometimes each program sets its own dates
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Requirements
Admission requirements
High-school prerequisites
English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12, minimum C
One of Pre-calculus 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Computer Science 11 or Computer Science 12, minimum C
Application steps
Entry terms · January 2027 / May 2027 / June 2027 / September 2027 / January 2028
Domestic applicants have January, May, June and September 2027 and January 2028 starts. VIU lists international starts for September 2027 and January 2028. Nanaimo and Online options are published. Online students should plan to attend at Nanaimo after the first 60 credits.
VIU Bachelor of Business Administration, common first year and September 2027 intakeStep 1Check the admission requirements
- Check the published entry route for your applicant category.
Step 2Apply through EducationPlannerBC
Step 3Official high-school transcript
- VIU uses the transcript to verify graduation, English and program-specific course requirements.
Step 4$46.98 domestic application fee
Step 5Apply to the Bachelor of Business Administration. VIU lists Nanaimo and Online first-year choices. Declare a major after completing required courses in Years 1 and 2.
- Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
Applicant pathways
Academic entry categories
Canadian citizens and permanent residents; meet one named entry category, plus programme prerequisites
- Canadian citizens and those with permanent residence status in Canada are eligible for admission to Academic programs if they meet one of the following conditions:
- graduation from a BC secondary school, or equivalent, with a minimum “C” grade in either English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12;
- previous degree from a recognized university;
- visiting student from a college or university (a “Letter of Permission” from the home institution is required);
- a transfer student from a college or university (at least 24 transferable university-level credits completed);
- academic mature student category: 21 years of age (or will turn 21 during their first semester) and has a minimum “C” grade in either English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12.
First-year BBA entry
Applicants to the common first-year BBA
- Meet VIU general admission requirements.
- At least C in one of Pre-calculus 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Computer Science 11 or Computer Science 12, or equivalent.
Intake application conditions
Domestic (Canadian); entry Jan 5, 2027; Online
- Accepting Late Applications: Yes
Intake application conditions
Domestic (Canadian); entry Jan 5, 2027; Nanaimo
- Accepting Late Applications: Yes
Intake application conditions
Domestic (Canadian); entry Sep 7, 2027; Nanaimo
- Accepting Late Applications: Yes
Intake application conditions
Domestic (Canadian); entry Sep 7, 2027; Online
- Accepting Late Applications: Yes
Intake application conditions
Domestic (Canadian); entry Jan 5, 2028; Nanaimo
- Accepting Late Applications: Yes
Intake application conditions
Domestic (Canadian); entry Jan 5, 2028; Online
- Accepting Late Applications: Yes
Intake application conditions
International; entry Jan 4, 2028; Nanaimo
- Testing Required: No
North Island College and Camosun transfer
Students transferring from the named business programmes
- Business-programme transfer is assessed course by course.
- Transfer students have the same status as continuing VIU students.
Domestic Academic admission categories
Canadian citizens and Canadian permanent residents seeking Academic programmes
- The public Academic policy recognizes BC secondary graduation or equivalent with at least C in English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12; a prior degree from a recognized university; or transfer status with at least 24 completed transferable university-level credits. A visiting student instead requires a home-institution Letter of Permission and is not thereby admitted to a degree.
- These are general Academic categories. Programme-specific entry still applies, including separate third-year entry requirements in Education, Criminology, Child and Youth Care and Tourism Management. International students follow the separately linked international policy, which is not certified here. No held grade or programme minimum is changed.
Domestic Academic mature admission
Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 21, or turning 21 during the first semester
- The Academic mature category also requires at least C in English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12. Individual course prerequisites and programme requirements still apply. The different age 19 rule for Trades/Applied Technology is not applied to these Academic degrees.
Unclassified undergraduate study before programme admission
Students who do not meet a general Academic admission category
- An applicant may take academic classes as an Unclassified Undergraduate after BC secondary graduation/equivalent, or at age 19 or turning 19 in the first semester. Students must meet each course prerequisite.
- Unclassified status does not admit the student to a specific university programme. Registration follows other Academic programme students and course availability is limited. It does not promise subsequent programme admission.
Previous-degree applicant documentation
Applicants seeking Academic admission on a previous recognized university degree
- Applicants admitted on a previous degree must still satisfy course prerequisites. In most cases a secondary-school transcript is also required to confirm those prerequisites. This route does not itself certify entry to a programme with separate admission criteria.
Degree requirements
Credits and degree requirements
- Complete the 30-credit common first-year sequence.
Required courses and electives
- Complete at least one BBA major. The upper-level course requirements depend on the selected major.
Grades and academic standing
- Earn a graduating GPA of at least 2.0 and complete at least 60 credits at VIU.
- Complete at least 30 upper-level credits, subject to the selected major, with an upper-level GPA of at least 2.0. The GPA calculation includes all attempts for a repeated upper-level course.
Program facts
Entering averageNot published
The university does not publish a comparable percentage minimum or entering-average range for this program.
VIU Bachelor of Business Administration, common first year and September 2027 intakeInternshipOptional internships in four majors
Majors & specializations
Apply to the BBA for a common 30-credit first year. Declare a major after completing the required courses in Years 1 and 2.
Courses
The Fall and Spring blocks show the common BBA first year. Major-specific blocks apply only to the named major.
Year 1 · Fall5 listed
Common 15-credit semester for all BBA majors.
ACCT 100Financial Accounting I3 credits- ENGL 115University Writing and Research3 credits
- MGMT 192Principles of Management3 credits
- QUME 100Quantitative Foundations for Business3 credits
- MARK 160Introduction to Marketing3 credits
Year 1 · Spring3 listed
Add six elective credits from outside the Faculty of Management.
- ENGL 204Business and Technical Writing3 credits
- FNCE 130Intro to Finance3 credits
MGMT 292Organizational Behaviour3 credits
Accounting24 listed
Named courses explicitly linked from this program page, including options and alternatives. This is not a timetable or a list every student takes. Year 1: Note: Total institutional requirement to graduate: 120 credits. PHIL 330 and MGMT 293 are recommended electives.
- ACCT 201Financial Accounting II3 credits
Intended for students who plan to pursue further accounting or finance courses.
VIU current exact course content 
ACCT 217Taxation I3 creditsAn introduction to the principles and practices of Canadian taxation.
VIU current exact course content- ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 317Taxation II3 credits
An introduction to the principles and practices of Canadian taxation.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 335Intermediate Accounting: Assets3 credits
Intermediate financial accounting for students who may wish to pursue a professional accounting designation.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 336Intermediate Accounting: Liabilities and Owners' Equity3 credits
Intermediate financial accounting for students who may wish to pursue a professional accounting designation.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 362Cost and Managerial Accounting II3 credits
Topics include a detailed study of standard costing systems and variance analysis, managerial decision making and performance evaluation.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 380Data Analytics for Accountants3 credits
An introduction to data driven decision making using data analytics tools and techniques.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 410Principles of Auditing3 credits
An introduction to principles of external audit.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 421Accounting Theory3 credits
An exploration and description of the various theories that determine generally accepted accounting principles and the consequences on financial accounting and reporting.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 435Advanced Financial Accounting3 credits
An in-depth study of intercorporate investment and consolidated statements; foreign currency translation and the consolidation of foreign operations; income tax allocation; accounting for not-for-profit organizations; and changes in the price level.
VIU current exact course content 
ACCT 491Senior Project - Accounting6 creditsStudent / Faculty research in an area of mutual interest.
VIU current exact course content- ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 293Human Resource Management3 credits
An overview of the knowledge and skills needed to recruit, manage and develop employees to benefit both the organization and its people.
VIU current exact course content 
QUME 232Business Statistics I3 creditsAn overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU current exact course content- QUME 380Management Information Systems: Design and Analysis3 credits
An examination of information systems from the perspective of business manager and system operator, and the need to involve both in the design process.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 436Econometrics3 credits
A continuation of QUME 232.
VIU current exact course content - FNCE 330Corporate Finance3 credits
Corporate Finance will present the student with mathematical, statistical, and analysis tools useful in evaluating risk, judging investment proposals, examining fundraising alternatives, and understanding international financial management issues.
VIU current exact course content 
LAWW 326Commercial Law3 creditsTopics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU current exact course content- PHIL 330Professional and Business Ethics3 credits
An examination of ethical issues arising in the contemporary professional and business setting; emphasis is on the mastery of representative ethical systems and concepts and their application to actual situations. (3:0:0)
VIU current exact course content
Economics20 listed
Named courses explicitly linked from this program page, including options and alternatives. This is not a timetable or a list every student takes. Year 1: Note: Total institutional requirement to graduate, 120 credits.
- ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 309Managerial Economics3 credits
A detailed study of the economic models and statistical tools required to make decisions involving scarce resources.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 311Intermediate Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An examination of the theories of consumer demand, cost and production.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 312Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An examination of the theories of aggregate economic behaviour.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 490Special Project in Economic Policy I3 credits
An in-depth investigation of a specific topic in economic policy to be decided upon by the student and supervising instructor.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 491Special Project in Economic Policy II3 credits
An in-depth investigation of a well defined topic in economic policy to be decided upon by the student and supervising instructor.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 360The Transnational Corporation3 credits
A discussion and analysis of the transnational corporation (TNC) in a global environment.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 260Buyer Behaviour3 credits
A study of the various influences affecting the buyer in the purchasing process for end consumers, industry or government.
VIU current exact course content - MATH 121Calculus I4 credits
An introduction to differential calculus of one variable intended primarily for science students.
VIU current exact course content - MATH 122Calculus II4 credits
A continuation of MATH 121 (Calculus 1).
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 232Business Statistics I3 credits
An overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 436Econometrics3 credits
A continuation of QUME 232.
VIU current exact course content - FNCE 330Corporate Finance3 credits
Corporate Finance will present the student with mathematical, statistical, and analysis tools useful in evaluating risk, judging investment proposals, examining fundraising alternatives, and understanding international financial management issues.
VIU current exact course content - FNCE 423International Finance3 credits
An introduction to the theory and models associated with international financial management.
VIU current exact course content - LAWW 326Commercial Law3 credits
Topics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU current exact course content
Financial Services20 listed
Named courses explicitly linked from this program page, including options and alternatives. This is not a timetable or a list every student takes. Year 1: Note: Total institutional requirement to graduate, 120 credits. PHIL 330 and MGMT 293 are recommended electives.
- ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 201Financial Accounting II3 credits
Intended for students who plan to pursue further accounting or finance courses.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 305Money, Banking and Financial Institutions3 credits
A discussion and analysis of money, banking and financial institutions from both theoretical and practical viewpoints.
VIU current exact course content - FNCE 221Financial Planning3 credits
Modelled on the Personal Financial Planning course offered as part of the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP) qualification.
VIU current exact course content - FNCE 330Corporate Finance3 credits
Corporate Finance will present the student with mathematical, statistical, and analysis tools useful in evaluating risk, judging investment proposals, examining fundraising alternatives, and understanding international financial management issues.
VIU current exact course content - FNCE 423International Finance3 credits
An introduction to the theory and models associated with international financial management.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 260Buyer Behaviour3 credits
A study of the various influences affecting the buyer in the purchasing process for end consumers, industry or government.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 361Services Marketing3 credits
An examination of marketing in the services sector.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 491Senior Project6 credits
A project for business degree students which may be taken only after consultation with the department faculty Advisor.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 499Business Internship6 credits
A substantial project with an approved organization, this internship experience can be paid or unpaid.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 293Human Resource Management3 credits
An overview of the knowledge and skills needed to recruit, manage and develop employees to benefit both the organization and its people.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 232Business Statistics I3 credits
An overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 436Econometrics3 credits
A continuation of QUME 232.
VIU current exact course content - LAWW 326Commercial Law3 credits
Topics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU current exact course content - PHIL 330Professional and Business Ethics3 credits
An examination of ethical issues arising in the contemporary professional and business setting; emphasis is on the mastery of representative ethical systems and concepts and their application to actual situations. (3:0:0)
VIU current exact course content
Human Resources Management19 listed
Current bachelor outline with required and optional course choices. Listed alternatives are not all required. Individual credits use the linked course descriptions or a single-course outline row. Year 1; Year 1; Fall Semester Credits: QUME 100 - (Quantitative Foundations for Business) 3 Year 1; Year 1; Fall Semester Credits: Total Credits 15 Year 1; Year 1; Spring Semester Credits: MGMT 292 - (Organizational Behaviour) 3 Year 1; Year 1; Spring Semester Credits: Six elective credits* 6 Year 1; Year 1; Spring Semester Credits: Total Credits 15 Year 1 is a common year for all options with the BBA. Year 1 consists of 30 credits. Note: Because of prerequisite issues, students MUST follow the course sequence indicated below. Years 2-4 requirements can be seen on the Bachelor of Business Administration Major pages: Upper-Level Requirement: depending on the major selected, a minimum of 30 upper-level credits is required, with a minimum 2.0 (“C”) grade point average calculated on all upper-level courses attempted or completed. If such a course has been repeated, grades from all attempts will be included in the calculation . General Electives: 18 elective credits must be completed from outside of Business (ie. not courses with the following prefixes - ACCT, ECON, FNCE, MARK, MGMT, QUME). Second Major: Students completing a second major must have all the required courses and have completed 18 elective credits from outside of Business (ie. not courses with the following prefixes - ACCT, ECON, FNCE, MARK, MGMT, QUME). A minimum of 60 credits must be completed at Vancouver Island University. Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: Human Resources Management Major Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: ECON 211 - (Principles of Microeconomic Theory) 3 Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: ECON 212 - (Principles of Macroeconomic Theory) 3 Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: Nine elective credits 9 Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: Total Credits 30 Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: MGMT 345* - (Workplace Safety and Wellness) or MGMT 425* - (Strategic Human Resources Planning) 3 Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: MGMT 365* - (Compensation and Benefits) or MGMT 377* - (Recruitment and Selection) 3 Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: MGMT 491 - (Senior Project) or MGMT 499 - (Business Internship) or Six upper–level business credits 6 Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: Three upper–level elective credits 3 Year 1; Human Resources Management Major: Six elective credits 6 Note: Total institutional requirement to graduate, 120 credits.
- ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 260Buyer Behaviour3 credits
A study of the various influences affecting the buyer in the purchasing process for end consumers, industry or government.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 293Human Resource Management (Effective Sep 2026)3 credits
An overview of the knowledge and skills needed to recruit, manage and develop employees to benefit both the organization and its people.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 232Business Statistics I3 credits
An overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU current exact course content - LAWW 326Commercial Law3 credits
Topics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 345Workplace Safety and Wellness3 credits
An introduction to workplace health and safety issues.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 425Strategic Human Resources Planning3 credits
An introduction to human resources planning.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 355Training and Development3 credits
An exploration of HR development and training skills.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 365Compensation and Benefits3 credits
A review of contemporary practices and issues in the management of compensation and benefit packages.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 377Recruitment and Selection3 credits
An examination of the recruitment and selection function in organizations.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 392Negotiations (Effective Sep 2026)3 credits
A study of the negotiation process; preparing for negotiations, various negotiation strategies and post-negotiation issues.
VIU current exact course content 
MGMT 485Labour and Employee Relations (Effective Sep 2026)3 creditsAn introduction to Canadian traditions, issues, and trends in labour and employee relations.
VIU current exact course content- MGMT 491Senior Project6 credits
A project for business degree students which may be taken only after consultation with the department faculty Advisor.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 499Business Internship6 credits
A substantial project with an approved organization, this internship experience can be paid or unpaid.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU current exact course content
International Business20 listed
Named courses explicitly linked from this program page, including options and alternatives. This is not a timetable or a list every student takes. Year 1: *Students with significant exposure in an additional language may apply to the BBA Degree Advisor to replace the additional language requirement with 6 credits of approved electives with cultural content. Year 1: Note: Total institutional requirement to graduate, 120 credits.
- ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 305Money, Banking and Financial Institutions3 credits
A discussion and analysis of money, banking and financial institutions from both theoretical and practical viewpoints.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 306International Trade3 credits
A discussion and analysis of the theory and practice of international trade.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 312Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An examination of the theories of aggregate economic behaviour.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 323Economies in Transition3 credits
A study of the problems facing Second and Third World countries in their transition to market-oriented economies.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 360The Transnational Corporation3 credits
A discussion and analysis of the transnational corporation (TNC) in a global environment.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 260Buyer Behaviour3 credits
A study of the various influences affecting the buyer in the purchasing process for end consumers, industry or government.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 368International Marketing3 credits
An examination of the unique problems and opportunities for domestic firms to export/import or to expand their operations to other cultures in today's global markets.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 293Human Resource Management3 credits
An overview of the knowledge and skills needed to recruit, manage and develop employees to benefit both the organization and its people.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 396International Human Resource Management3 credits
An examination of organizations across borders and cultures.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 423International Business Strategy3 credits
An investigation of the nature of international business strategies through analysis of the design, formulation and implementation by management of international strategies.
VIU current exact course content 
MGMT 494Strategies for Sustainable Development3 creditsAn examination of corporate and organizational sustainability.
VIU current exact course content- MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 232Business Statistics I3 credits
An overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU current exact course content - LAWW 326Commercial Law3 credits
Topics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU current exact course content - FNCE 423International Finance3 credits
An introduction to the theory and models associated with international financial management.
VIU current exact course content
Management16 listed
Named courses explicitly linked from this program page, including options and alternatives. This is not a timetable or a list every student takes. Year 1: Note: Total institutional requirement to graduate, 120 credits. PHIL 330 is a recommended elective.
- ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 260Buyer Behaviour3 credits
A study of the various influences affecting the buyer in the purchasing process for end consumers, industry or government.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 366Market Research3 credits
An analysis of the principles, techniques and practices used to design, administer, and analyze market research.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 293Human Resource Management3 credits
An overview of the knowledge and skills needed to recruit, manage and develop employees to benefit both the organization and its people.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 392Negotiations3 credits
A study of the negotiation process; preparing for negotiations, various negotiation strategies and post-negotiation issues.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 450Operations Management3 credits
An introduction to problems and analysis related to the design, planning, control and improvement of manufacturing and service operations.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 491Senior Project6 credits
A project for business degree students which may be taken only after consultation with the department faculty Advisor.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 499Business Internship6 credits
A substantial project with an approved organization, this internship experience can be paid or unpaid.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 232Business Statistics I3 credits
An overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU current exact course content - LAWW 326Commercial Law3 credits
Topics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU current exact course content - PHIL 330Professional and Business Ethics3 credits
An examination of ethical issues arising in the contemporary professional and business setting; emphasis is on the mastery of representative ethical systems and concepts and their application to actual situations. (3:0:0)
VIU current exact course content
Marketing18 listed
Named courses explicitly linked from this program page, including options and alternatives. This is not a timetable or a list every student takes. Year 1: Note: Total institutional requirement to graduate, 120 credits. PHIL 330 and MGMT 293 are recommended electives.
- ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU current exact course content - ACCT 217Taxation I3 credits
An introduction to the principles and practices of Canadian taxation.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 260Buyer Behaviour3 credits
A study of the various influences affecting the buyer in the purchasing process for end consumers, industry or government.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 366Market Research3 credits
An analysis of the principles, techniques and practices used to design, administer, and analyze market research.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 460Strategic Marketing3 credits
The study of market strategy in a variety of organizations and industries.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 293Human Resource Management3 credits
An overview of the knowledge and skills needed to recruit, manage and develop employees to benefit both the organization and its people.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 392Negotiations3 credits
A study of the negotiation process; preparing for negotiations, various negotiation strategies and post-negotiation issues.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 491Senior Project6 credits
A project for business degree students which may be taken only after consultation with the department faculty Advisor.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 499Business Internship6 credits
A substantial project with an approved organization, this internship experience can be paid or unpaid.
VIU current exact course content - FNCE 221Financial Planning3 credits
Modelled on the Personal Financial Planning course offered as part of the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP) qualification.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 232Business Statistics I3 credits
An overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU current exact course content - LAWW 326Commercial Law3 credits
Topics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU current exact course content - PHIL 330Professional and Business Ethics3 credits
An examination of ethical issues arising in the contemporary professional and business setting; emphasis is on the mastery of representative ethical systems and concepts and their application to actual situations. (3:0:0)
VIU current exact course content
Accounting
Accounting
Year 26 listed
Published requirement group, including alternatives where listed. Native course definitions supply current titles and credits. Unnamed elective credits and course-selection restrictions are separate; this is not a complete timetable. Twelve elective credits | 12; Total Credits | 30
- ACCT 201Financial Accounting II3 credits
Intended for students who plan to pursue further accounting or finance courses.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU native course definition - ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU native course definition - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU native course definition - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU native course definition - QUME 232Business Statistics I3 credits
An overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU native course definition
Year 310 listed
Published requirement group, including alternatives where listed. Native course definitions supply current titles and credits. Unnamed elective credits and course-selection restrictions are separate; this is not a complete timetable. Total Credits | 30
- ACCT 316Taxation I3 credits
An introduction to the principles and practices of Canadian taxation.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 317Taxation II3 credits
An introduction to the principles and practices of Canadian taxation.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 335Intermediate Accounting: Assets3 credits
Intermediate financial accounting for students who may wish to pursue a professional accounting designation.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 336Intermediate Accounting: Liabilities and Owners' Equity3 credits
Intermediate financial accounting for students who may wish to pursue a professional accounting designation.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 362Cost and Managerial Accounting II3 credits
Topics include a detailed study of standard costing systems and variance analysis, managerial decision making and performance evaluation.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 380Data Analytics for Accountants3 credits
An introduction to data driven decision making using data analytics tools and techniques.
VIU native course definition - FNCE 330Corporate Finance3 credits
Corporate Finance will present the student with mathematical, statistical, and analysis tools useful in evaluating risk, judging investment proposals, examining fundraising alternatives, and understanding international financial management issues.
VIU native course definition - LAWW 326Commercial Law3 credits
Topics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU native course definition - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU native course definition - QUME 380Management Information Systems: Design and Analysis3 credits
An examination of information systems from the perspective of business manager and system operator, and the need to involve both in the design process.
VIU native course definition
Year 47 listed
Published requirement group, including alternatives where listed. Native course definitions supply current titles and credits. Unnamed elective credits and course-selection restrictions are separate; this is not a complete timetable. ACCT 491 - (Senior Project Accounting) or ACCT 499 - (Accounting Internship) or Three upper-level elective credits and three elective credits | 6; Nine elective credits | 9; Total Credits | 30
- ACCT 410Principles of Auditing3 credits
An introduction to principles of external audit.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 421Accounting Theory3 credits
An exploration and description of the various theories that determine generally accepted accounting principles and the consequences on financial accounting and reporting.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 435Advanced Financial Accounting3 credits
An in-depth study of intercorporate investment and consolidated statements; foreign currency translation and the consolidation of foreign operations; income tax allocation; accounting for not-for-profit organizations; and changes in the price level.
VIU native course definition - MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU native course definition - QUME 436Econometrics3 credits
A continuation of QUME 232.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 491Senior Project - Accounting6 credits
Student / Faculty research in an area of mutual interest.
VIU native course definition - ACCT 499Accounting Internship6 credits
A substantial project with an approved organization, this internship experience can be paid or unpaid.
VIU native course definition
Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management
Year 1; Human Resources Management Major7 listed
Published year group, including alternatives. Unnamed elective credits are specified separately.
- ACCT 294Intro to Cost and Managerial Accounting3 credits
An introduction to cost/volume/profit relationships, manufacturing costs, relevant costs in decision making, master budget, flexible budget, responsibility accounting, job cost and process cost systems, and direct vs. absorption costing.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 211Principles of Microeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the institutions and processes involved with the production and distribution of goods and services.
VIU current exact course content - ECON 212Principles of Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An analysis of the determinants, level, and fluctuations of national output, employment and prices.
VIU current exact course content - MARK 260Buyer Behaviour3 credits
A study of the various influences affecting the buyer in the purchasing process for end consumers, industry or government.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 230Introduction to E-Management3 credits
An introduction to business and technical issues related to the internet and other business technologies.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 293Human Resource Management (Effective Sep 2026)3 credits
An overview of the knowledge and skills needed to recruit, manage and develop employees to benefit both the organization and its people.
VIU current exact course content - QUME 232Business Statistics I3 credits
An overview of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in business.
VIU current exact course content
Year 1; Human Resources Management Major8 listed
Published year group, including alternatives. Unnamed elective credits are specified separately.
- LAWW 326Commercial Law3 credits
Topics include Common and Statute Laws affecting business transactions, an introduction to the Canadian Legal System, the Law of Contract, Sale of Goods, Consumer Sales, Secured Transactions, Agency, Partnership, Corporations, Bankruptcy, Torts, Employment and Insurance Law, and Real Property.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 323International Business I3 credits
An introduction to the essential elements of international business.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 345Workplace Safety and Wellness3 credits
An introduction to workplace health and safety issues.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 425Strategic Human Resources Planning3 credits
An introduction to human resources planning.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 355Training and Development3 credits
An exploration of HR development and training skills.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 365Compensation and Benefits3 credits
A review of contemporary practices and issues in the management of compensation and benefit packages.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 377Recruitment and Selection3 credits
An examination of the recruitment and selection function in organizations.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 392Negotiations (Effective Sep 2026)3 credits
A study of the negotiation process; preparing for negotiations, various negotiation strategies and post-negotiation issues.
VIU current exact course content
Year 1; Human Resources Management Major8 listed
Published year group, including alternatives. Unnamed elective credits are specified separately.
- MGMT 345Workplace Safety and Wellness3 credits
An introduction to workplace health and safety issues.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 425Strategic Human Resources Planning3 credits
An introduction to human resources planning.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 365Compensation and Benefits3 credits
A review of contemporary practices and issues in the management of compensation and benefit packages.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 377Recruitment and Selection3 credits
An examination of the recruitment and selection function in organizations.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 485Labour and Employee Relations (Effective Sep 2026)3 credits
An introduction to Canadian traditions, issues, and trends in labour and employee relations.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 491Senior Project6 credits
A project for business degree students which may be taken only after consultation with the department faculty Advisor.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 499Business Internship6 credits
A substantial project with an approved organization, this internship experience can be paid or unpaid.
VIU current exact course content - MGMT 496Strategic Management Issues3 credits
An advanced study of the policy and strategy for an entire organization.
VIU current exact course content
International Business
International Business
Years 3 and 49 listed
Published requirement group, including alternatives where listed. Native course definitions supply current titles and credits. Unnamed elective credits and course-selection restrictions are separate; this is not a complete timetable. Plus, one ECON course from the following: ECON 305 - (Money, Banking and Financial Institutions) ECON 306 - (International Trade) ECON 312 - (Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory) ECON 323 - (Economies in Transition) ECON 360 - (The Transnational Corporation) | 3; Total Program Credits | 15
- MARK 368International Marketing3 credits
An examination of the unique problems and opportunities for domestic firms to export/import or to expand their operations to other cultures in today's global markets.
VIU native course definition - MGMT 396International Human Resource Management3 credits
An examination of organizations across borders and cultures.
VIU native course definition - FNCE 423International Finance3 credits
An introduction to the theory and models associated with international financial management.
VIU native course definition - MGMT 423International Business Strategy3 credits
An investigation of the nature of international business strategies through analysis of the design, formulation and implementation by management of international strategies.
VIU native course definition - ECON 305Money, Banking and Financial Institutions3 credits
A discussion and analysis of money, banking and financial institutions from both theoretical and practical viewpoints.
VIU native course definition - ECON 306International Trade3 credits
A discussion and analysis of the theory and practice of international trade.
VIU native course definition - ECON 312Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory3 credits
An examination of the theories of aggregate economic behaviour.
VIU native course definition - ECON 323Economies in Transition3 credits
A study of the problems facing Second and Third World countries in their transition to market-oriented economies.
VIU native course definition - ECON 360The Transnational Corporation3 credits
A discussion and analysis of the transnational corporation (TNC) in a global environment.
VIU native course definition
Elective choices
- Choose six first-year elective credits outside the Faculty of Management.
- Six-credit, 200-hour internships are available in Accounting, Financial Services, Marketing and Management after students complete at least 60 credits.
- The degree requires 18 credits outside Business. Courses prefixed ACCT, ECON, FNCE, MARK, MGMT or QUME cannot count toward this requirement.
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Business Administration · First year
First-year estimate
Published rates checked November 2026 · Nanaimo · 30 credits · CAD
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Tuition$6,229.00Books and supplies$1,100
ResidenceNot estimated
Meal planNot estimatedEstimated subtotal$7,329
VIU’s standard 30-credit estimate. The programme table uses 8 months of student fees.
Housing and meals are outside this estimate.
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