Program Overview
The Business Administration at Simon Fraser University is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Business Administration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 14,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Business Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A) Undergraduate Degree
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree with a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.5 (3.0 is preferred). International studentsto view the equivalent degree average required from your country.
B) Language Proficiency
All courses in the GDBA program are taught in English, therefore all applicants must be fluent in English.
English is the language of instruction and communication in the University. Accordingly, an applicant whose primary language is not English or whose previous education has been conducted in another language must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language as evidenced by achieving a satisfactory score on a standardized English test acceptable to the University. The three tests which are acceptable for this purpose are: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) including reading, writing, speaking, and listening components, the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS), or the Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE).
The minimum university requirements for test scores is:
TOEFL 93 with a minimum of 20 in each category (internet based exam) and a TWE of 5 (the paper based TOEFL score is also accepted with a minimum score of 580).
IELTS overall band score of 7.0
PTE 63 with a minimum of 65 in speaking and writing
C) Computer Literacy
Candidates are expected to be computer literate and familiar with the Internet. They will become familiar with how to work online as part of their orientation in the first semester of the program.
D) Computer Hardware and Software
Students are expected to have access to at least 1GB RAM, ADSL or cable modem for internet access, Microsoft Office, and Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari. All students will be required to participate in online group conferencing. Certain courses may require students to use additional software.
E) Time to Study
As is the case with other graduate programs, the GDBA requires a significant commitment from participants. Typically, you can expect to spend approximately 15 hours per week on each course. Students with a full course load will take two courses (8 credits) simultaneously.
The program consists of 24 credits:
Full-time = 8 credits per semester (one year)
Part-time = 4 credits per semester (two years)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Simon Fraser University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
public research university in Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
