General Business University of Northern British Columbia

Overview

The General Business programme at the University of Northern British Columbia offers a versatile curriculum designed to equip students with essential management skills. This degree provides a deep understanding of various functional areas within the corporate sector while maintaining a broad educational perspective.

Students engage with a curriculum that balances business education with exposure to the liberal arts, social sciences, and natural sciences. The objective is to prepare graduates for the complex and dynamic environments found in modern labour markets and global industries.

The course places a specific emphasis on industries relevant to the northern British Columbia region, such as forestry, tourism, and entrepreneurship.

Why General Business at the University of Northern British Columbia?

The institution provides a distinctive teaching environment that highlights the economic drivers of the region, including small business ventures and natural resource sectors. Students benefit from a structured academic framework that encourages the development of integrative management skills.

The School of Business offers modern facilities and a supportive academic community led by experienced faculty members. Partnerships and regional relevance ensure that the teaching features remain aligned with the needs of both local firms and large-scale government organisations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 963 per credit
• National fee: CAD 204 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Canadian Business
• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Aboriginal Peoples of Canada
• Finite Mathematics for Business and Economics
• Behavioural Marketing
• Production and Operations Management
• Management Information Systems
• Strategic Management
• Managerial Economics
• Industrial Relations
• Cross-cultural Workplace Practices
• Special Topics in Business Administration
• Women and the Economy

Careers with General Business

Graduates are highly valued by employers for their ability to operate across different functional responsibility areas within a company. This versatility makes them ideal candidates for roles in diverse firms and various levels of government organisations.

The programme also provides a strong foundation for students intending to launch their own business endeavours or enter the entrepreneurial sector. Career paths often lead to management positions where integrative skills and a broad understanding of business operations are essential.