Bachelor of Business Administration (Online)
Career Aspirations Meet Industry Opportunities
Our online Bachelor of Business Administration is an industry-driven, student-centric degree that places you at the forefront of the global business landscape.
Meticulously designed by academic and industry experts, our market-leading curriculum provides an in-depth understanding of business principles and practices. Through a mix of business cases and projects, you are equipped with job-ready skills that employers value.
Our online format allows you to study and manage personal and professional commitments. We offer four specializations that enable you to earn sought-after professional certifications and be recognized as an expert in your field.
Learn to navigate complex business environments and drive positive change within your organization with one of Canada’s top online BBA programs.
$82,342
Average salary for a Business Administration Degree graduate in Canada**
100
+
Nationalities represented in classrooms
20
Approximate number of students per class
Program Specializations
Yorkville University offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA General) that is designated in New Brunswick and delivered online.
Yorkville University also offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (General), and with specializations in Accounting, Energy Management, Project Management and Supply Chain Management. These programs have received consent in British Columbia and are delivered online.
In Ontario, Yorkville University offers a Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Project Management.
Program Benefits
To maximizes the effectiveness and applicability of our curriculum, every course of our standard-setting program is developed and managed by a robust team of faculty consisting of business leaders, entrepreneurs and subject matter experts, student council members, instructional design specialists, and teaching and learning experts.
All Courses Offered Four Times a Year We understand your time is valuable. Our year-round learning option helps accelerate your program duration and all our courses are offered four times a year, so you don’t have to wait to start the course you are interested in.
Benefit from our unique mentorship programs that ensure your academic and professional success. Navigate your online learning journey with guidance and academic support from our experienced BBA students and let working professionals guide you on how to accomplish your career goals.
Being consistently featured as a top online Canadian university is a testament to our dedication towards online education. Over the years, we’ve built flexible programs that you can complete while working, accelerate or extend your program duration, and start the program as soon as you are ready with our multiple start dates.
Professional Designations
Yorkville University offers students the opportunity to earn prerequisites to apply for a variety of professional designations and stand out in the competitive job market. Employers value graduates who are members of relevant professional associations and who demonstrate a commitment to upgrading their professional skills. Some professional associations also allow students to apply for membership, which can help you gain on-the-job recognition and advance your career before you graduate.
Career Outcomes
Our graduates have gone on to become successful professionals in industries such as:
Finance
IT
Manufacturing
Health Care
Oil and Gas
Entertainment
Media
Higher Education
Real Estate
Construction
Retail
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Faculty
Meet the Associate Dean
Dr. John Morrison
Associate Dean, Online BBA Program
Dr. John Morrison is the Associate Dean of the Online BBA Program at Yorkville University and brings both academic and industry experience into the classroom. He worked for over 8 years in sales and marketing leadership roles at both domestic and multinational corporations across various manufacturing industries including consumer packaged goods and agriculture/forestry. John has completed a BBA, MBA, and most recently a PhD in Organizational Psychology at the University of New Brunswick. He is passionate about the science related to building and fostering high-performing teams, as well as workplace environments that contribute to employee flourishing. Over the past decade, John has developed, taught courses, and held academic leadership positions across both public and private post-secondary institutions. John has published in the area of organizational psychology and is actively engaged in research and the development of future publications.
Meet the Faculty
Amr Shokry, MSc.
Faculty Member
Chris Amponsah, Ph.D.
Faculty Member
Daman Singh, MA
Faculty Member
Nathan Arney, MBA
Faculty Member
Tazish Fareed, MBA
Faculty Member
Admission Requirements
Yorkville University’s Bachelor of Business Administration Online program is 100 percent online and can be taken from anywhere in the world. Domestic and international students have the same admissions requirements and tuition and fees.
However, please note that applicants must choose which campus to apply to for the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program. Each campus offers different specializations and has slightly different admissions requirements and transfer credit policies.
To apply to our Bachelor of Business Administration program, you will have to complete the following steps:
- Create an account here and submit your online application form.
- Pay the $150 application fee
- Submit the following documents:
- Official transcripts
- Resume
- Detailed course descriptions if applying for transfer credits
- For international students only: provide proof of English language proficiency (IELTS band score of 6.5 or equivalent)
For detailed information about our admission requirements and application process, go to our Admissions page.
Tuition and Fees
Total Cost (including Application and Seat Fees) is $59,310*
*Note: Total program cost may be reduced when applying applicable transfer credits. Costs below assumes full Program Cost without applicable transfer credits applied. The cost does not include textbooks, expendable supplies, equipment, and resource fees. To understand your specific Program Cost, please speak with an advisor.
- BBA Tuition: $59,160
- Cost per credit: $493
- Program cost includes $300 seat fee and $150 application fee
- $300 Seat Fee is deducted from Student’s first tuition payment
Assuming an average course load, tuition cost per term is $5,916
By selecting to take more or fewer courses per term, costs will be updated accordingly. A typical course is 3 credits. Students must complete 120 study credits.
Total program tuition may vary based on actual credit transfers and course equivalencies.
*As of 2024. Please note that tuition and fees are subject to change.
Tuition Payment and Rate Information
Changes to tuition rates will be announced at least three months before the start of the term to which they apply.
Arrangements for payment of tuition must be made at least two weeks before the start of each term (please see the Academic Schedule for deadlines). Monthly payment arrangements can also be made.
For further information about tuition, fees and payment methods, please contact Yorkville University’s Bursar’s Office at 1-888-886-1882.
Please contact an Admissions Advisor to learn more about financial aid options.
Total Cost (including Application and Seat Fees) is $59,310*
*Note: Total program cost may be reduced when applying applicable transfer credits. Costs below assumes full Program Cost without applicable transfer credits applied. The cost does not include textbooks, expendable supplies, equipment, and resource fees. To understand your specific Program Cost, please speak with an advisor.
- BBA Tuition: $59,160
- Cost per credit: $493
- Program cost includes $300 seat fee and $150 application fee
- $300 Seat Fee is deducted from Student’s first tuition payment
Assuming an average course load, tuition cost per term is $5,916
By selecting to take more or fewer courses per term, costs will be updated accordingly. A typical course is 3 credits. Students must complete 120 study credits.
Total program tuition may vary based on actual credit transfers and course equivalencies.
*As of September 2023. Please note that tuition and fees are subject to change.
Tuition Payment and Rate Information
For further information about tuition, fees and payment methods, please contact Yorkville University’s Bursar’s Office at 1-888-886-1882.
Please contact an Admissions Advisor to learn more about financial aid options.
Please note that costs do not include other fees such as the $150 application fee, $300 registration deposit, textbooks, expendable supplies, equipment, and resource fees.
For further information about tuition, fees and payment methods, please contact Yorkville University’s Bursar’s Office at 1-888-886-1882.
Tuition rates are confirmed three months prior to the start of each term.
Total Cost (including Application and Seat Fees) is $77,310*
*Note: Total program cost may be reduced when applying applicable transfer credits. Costs below assumes full Program Cost without applicable transfer credits applied. The cost does not include textbooks, expendable supplies, equipment, and resource fees. To understand your specific Program Cost, please speak with an advisor.
- BBA Tuition: $71,160
- Cost per credit: $643
- Program cost includes $300 seat fee and $150 application fee
- $300 Seat Fee is deducted from Student’s first tuition payment
Assuming an average course load, tuition cost per term is $7,716
By selecting to take more or fewer courses per term, costs will be updated accordingly. A typical course is 3 credits. Students must complete 120 study credits.
Total program tuition may vary based on actual credit transfers and course equivalencies.
*As of September 2023. Please note that tuition and fees are subject to change.
Tuition Payment and Rate Information
Changes to tuition rates will be announced at least three months before the start of the term to which they apply.
Arrangements for payment of tuition must be made at least two weeks before the start of each term (please see the Academic Schedule for deadlines). Monthly payment arrangements can also be made.
For further information about tuition, fees and payment methods, please contact Yorkville University’s Bursar’s Office at 1-888-886-1882.
Please contact an Admissions Advisor to learn more about financial aid options.
Choose Your Specialization
Tailor your business education to your aspirations with Yorkville University’s BBA program. Explore our diverse specializations, including accounting and project management, to chart a personalized path for your career success.
Partnerships
Learn more about Yorkville University’s partnerships and how they can save you money and help you graduate faster.
Testimonials
Tony Branch
Business Owner and Electrical Inspector
“When you run your own business, you must be an accountant, a secretary, a go-getter, a liaison for the company, a PR man, a billing specialist. Yorkville’s BBA prepared me to be successful in each of those roles.”
Tony Branch
Business Owner and Electrical Inspector
Michael Boyd
Bachelor of Business Administration
“The flexibility of studying while doing my 9 to 5 is what brought me to Yorkville. The hands-on learning meant I was applying my knowledge to industry-based projects and collaborating with my classmates prepared me for working with my colleagues at my workplace.”
Michael Boyd
Bachelor of Business Administration
Sura Almansour
Bachelor of Business Administration
“I’m very proud of earning my degree while working full time. I’m prouder of being part of the diversity, student, and program advisory committees, and contributing towards the continuous improvement of the program.”
Sura Almansour
Bachelor of Business Administration
FAQ
Why should I choose the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program?
Our career-focused bachelor’s degree program helps you advance your career with flexible study and can be completed in as few as 2.5 years.
You will graduate with the professional knowledge, skills and designation prerequisites that add value to any business.
Graduates gain the confidence to apply for managerial positions or pursue higher-paid employment opportunities.
How is it possible to complete the program in 2.5 years?
Students can use an approved term break to study year-round instead of having an academic term off. Yorkville University operates year-round and has four academic terms and intake periods starting in January, April, July and October.
If you have previous post-secondary education, you can also apply to transfer credits from past college or university courses towards completion of the program, which can further shorten your study time.
Can I work and complete my online degree?
Most online students work part time or full time—our degree programs offer the flexibility they need to study at home, at work or while travelling.
Many students choose to take a full course load while others find it more convenient to take less courses to fit their work, family or travel responsibilities.
How much does the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program cost?
Please see here for current tuition rates.
Yorkville University is committed to helping you evaluate different financial aid options and payment schedules. Please contact an Admissions Advisor for more information.
What is the application process for the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program?
Please see here for more information or contact an Admissions Advisor if you have further questions.
Do I need a study permit to enroll in the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program if I am an international student?
No. A study permit is not required as the program is 100 percent online.
What are the student demographics of the classes?
Most students in the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program are working professionals aged 25 to 44 years old with significant career experience and who live in Canada.
A small average online class size of 20 students fosters participation and teamwork and is supported by industry-experienced faculty and an online learning community.
What is the difference between the Vancouver, Toronto, and Fredericton online programs?
The Bachelor of Business Administration Online program is administratively offered by our different campuses across Canada. Admissions requirements and offered degrees vary by province.
Our Vancouver campus offers all four Bachelor of Business Administration Online specializations—Accounting, Energy Management, Project Management and Supply Chain Management—plus the General option for students who do not wish to specialize.
Our Toronto campus offers the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program in Project Management.
Our Fredericton campus offers the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program with the General option.
Please see here for more information on specialization options.
Can I become a Chartered Professional Accountant with the Bachelor of Business Administration Online program?
The Bachelor of Business Administration Online program was designed to help you fulfill many of the prerequisites to apply for certification to become a Chartered Professional Accountant, Payroll Compliance Practitioner, Certified Payroll Manager, Certified Associate in Project Management and Project Management Professional. Please see here for more information.
Is Yorkville University approved to offer degree programs in Canada?
Yorkville University is officially approved by the governments of New Brunswick, Ontario and British Columbia to offer degree programs.
What IELTS or TOEFL score do I need to be accepted?
Please contact an Admissions Advisor for more information on the minimum English language requirements.
What if I don’t have the minimum English language requirements?
Yorkville University offers several options for applicants who do not meet the minimum English language requirements for admission eligibility. Please contact an Admissions Advisor for more information.
Does Yorkville University offer any scholarships?
Several scholarships are offered by Yorkville University, but only domestic students who study on campus are eligible to apply. Please see here for more information.
Yorkville University is committed to helping you evaluate different financial aid options and payment schedules. Please contact an Admissions Advisor for more information.
Can I apply for Canadian provincial student loans?
Only domestic students can apply to Canadian provincial student loan programs such as the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) or StudentAid BC.
Yorkville University is committed to helping you evaluate different financial aid options and payment schedules. Please contact an Admissions Advisor for more information.
What if I have more questions?
If you can’t find your questions addressed on this web page, please contact an Admissions Advisor if you have additional questions.
