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Bachelor of Business Administration
What can you do with a Bachelor of Business Administration?
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at Mount Royal University prepares students to successfully work in commercial, nonprofit, and public sectors of the Canadian and global economy. It also encourages students to be engaged citizens in their communities.
Can I get a job after graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration?
The BBA is primarily designed to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation. It also allows graduates to be admitted to appropriate and relevant professional accreditation programs.
Will I be able to apply to graduate studies with a Bachelor of Business Administration from MRU?
The BBA allows graduates to apply to graduate programs offered by many Canadian and international universities. Students wishing to pursue a graduate degree are advised to verify the admission requirements for entry into graduate programs and to determine whether their baccalaureate degree would fulfill those requirements.
What majors can I study in MRU's BBA program?
Accounting
Explore auditing, taxation, financial reporting and more, while developing your ethical and strategic thinking. Build skills through co‑op work placements, case studies and simulations. Graduate ready for CPA certification and roles in accounting, tax, advising, auditing or CFO‑track positions.
Finance
Learn to navigate financial risk, support strategic decisions and drive economic growth. Gain experience through co‑op work placements with banks, investment firms or corporate finance teams. Shape your path with a concentration in Financial Analysis, Financial Services or Investment Fund Management.
General Management
Understand the “big picture” across sectors as you build critical thinking, strategic planning and leadership skills. Get on-the-job experience and build your resume with co‑op work terms. Concentrate in Indigenous Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship or Social Innovation to shape your career path.
Human Resources
Discover how to build better workplaces, support employees and shape organizational culture. Put your learning into practice through simulations, case studies and co‑op work terms. Be ready to pursue a career in HR, including recruitment, compensation, training and employee relations.
International Business
Gain in-depth knowledge about global trade, supply chain strategy, international marketing and finance. Build international business experience through work placements in globally engaged organizations. Graduate ready to launch a career with multinational corporations, NGOs or your own international venture.
Marketing
Turn your creativity and ideas into marketing strategies that connect with customers and drive business growth. Bridge theory with practice by collaborating with external partners and clients. Graduate ready to pursue careers in brand manager, digital marketer and business development.
Supply Chain Management
Learn to manage logistics, sourcing and global operations. Train in the Supply Chain Data Analytics lab using industry and simulation tools, then gain workplace experience through a co‑op placement. Prepare for careers in logistics, sourcing and risk management.
Can I take courses outside my major in the BBA program?
Each major incorporates the study of the business disciplines of general management, accounting, marketing, human resources, entrepreneurship, finance, law, operations management, international business, business communication, organizational behaviour, and strategic management, in addition to fulfilling the General Education components required of all Mount Royal baccalaureate students.
Additionally, MRU's BBA — General Management program allows students to specialize in other fields of business, including Indigenous Business and Economic Development, Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation.
Students may also use the General Management major to pursue minors in areas of study offered outside of the Bissett School of Business.