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Business Information Technology Management

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Degree Type Bachelor
Delivery Method On-campus
Duration 2 years
Application Deadline February 1
Country Canada
Language English

Program Overview

This diploma program prepares students for careers in information technology management within business environments. The curriculum combines coursework in computer applications, business systems, data analytics, and hands-on project work, offering several specialized study options to match diverse career goals.

The Artificial Intelligence Management (AIM) Option trains students to oversee the development and implementation of AI and machine learning systems in organizational settings. Core topics include AI business models, ethics, supervised and deep learning, neural networks, computer vision, and natural language processing (NLP). Graduates are equipped for entry-level positions in AI project coordination, business analysis, or technical support for business intelligence solutions.

The Enterprise Systems Management Option provides a broad foundation in essential business operations such as marketing, accounting, human resources, finance, operations, and web development. Through applied learning and project-based coursework, students gain experience using business information systems and management science tools. Graduates often pursue roles as analysts, consultants, or IT managers across various business sectors.

The Analytics and Data Management Option focuses on the principles and practices of data governance, data quality, and data integration. Students learn to manage and interpret data for strategic decision-making in business contexts. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for careers in data analytics, business intelligence, and information management.

Key Program Features

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Career Opportunities

  • Graduates may enter roles such as: business AI analyst, IT project manager, business intelligence analyst, cloud applications developer, technical support analyst, IT consultant.

  • The AIM option specifically prepares for “management of AI/ML business-intelligence solutions” in organizations.

  • Business IT Analyst
  • IT Project Manager
  • Technical Support Analyst
  • Cloud Application Developer
  • IT Consultant
  • IT Manager
  • Web Entrepreneur

Program Curriculum

  • The programme blends business management, IT systems, and a focused option in Artificial Intelligence Management (AIM).

  • AIM Option topics include: AI business models, ethics of AI, supervised learning, neural networks, deep learning, computer vision, natural language processing (NLP). 

  • Real-world project work, business consulting projects, strong hands-on and applied focus.

Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent (for diploma level).

  • For international students: meet English proficiency requirements (inferred from BCIT international programme listing).

  • As it is a technical/business-IT management programme, aptitude for math, IT, business applications is recommended. (Reddit threads mention math assessment)

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

CAD $43,000

  • Fee Details: As above, around CAD $43–44k for total tuition for international students according to one site. Domestic fees will be much lower. LOA Portal

  • Financial Aid: Not deeply detailed in the publicly summarised sources specifically for this programme; BCIT offers loans, bursaries, scholarships for eligible students in general.

About British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

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Application Information

  • Application Deadline February 1
  • Start Date September
  • Language English
  • Duration 2 years