Business Administration (Core)

Program Description

The three-year Business Administration (Core) Ontario College Advanced Diploma program provides you with essential skills and knowledge for a career in business. This program is the perfect option if you are interested in pursuing a career in business, but are unsure which specialization best fits your interests.

This program has been designed to allow you to explore a variety of business fields before ultimately deciding on a major.

In the third semester, take one course from each major to help you understand the various career specializations. During this time, you have the opportunity to meet with upper-level students and program coordinators for guidance. Then you make a selection that is most aligned to your interests.

Your final three semesters match the career or field you`re interested in pursuing. Choose to major in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, International Business, Marketing, or Supply Chain and Operations Management.

With all majors, you have the opportunity to network and learn directly from business professionals.

Our active Program Advisory Committee ensures that the program continuously evolves to meet the ever-changing demands of today`s organizations.

Upon completion of six semesters and with a minimum GPA of 2.9, you can apply to Nipissing University and, with as little as 12 months of additional study at the Ottawa campus, complete a Bachelor of Commerce degree.

Admission Requirements

• Minimum Level of Education Required: Grade 12 / High School
• Min GPA: 50.0% 

English Proficiency Requirements:

• Min TOEFL iBT: 88 (Min Reading: 22.0, Min Writing: 22.0, Min Listening: 22.0, Min Speaking: 22.0)
• Min IELTS overall: 6.5 (Min Reading: 6.0, Min Writing: 6.0, Min Listening: 6.0, Min Speaking: 6.0)

• January 2021 Closed
• September 2021 Available