Overview

The Certificate in Business Administration at Memorial University of Newfoundland provides a versatile entry point into the world of professional management and commerce. This programme is specifically structured to support individuals currently in full-time employment who wish to formalise their practical experience with academic credentials. By bridging the gap between workplace skills and theoretical knowledge, the curriculum prepares students for enhanced career responsibilities or future undergraduate degree pursuits.

Why Business Administration at Memorial University of Newfoundland?

Studying at this institution offers students access to the prestigious Faculty of Business Administration, which is known for its commitment to professional excellence and community engagement. The programme provides a unique level of flexibility, allowing learners to choose between on-campus instruction, online delivery, or a blended approach to suit their personal and professional schedules. Furthermore, the credits earned within this certificate can often be applied towards a diploma or a full bachelor's degree, ensuring that your educational investment remains valuable throughout your long-term academic journey.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 22500 per year
National fee: CAD 6750 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Business Administration
Professional Development Seminar
Business Electives

Careers with Business Administration

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to advance within their current organisations or transition into new administrative and supervisory roles. The certificate is highly valued by employers as a mark of professional dedication and foundational business literacy. Common career paths for those completing these studies include roles in office management, retail supervision, and various administrative positions within the public and private sectors. Additionally, the programme serves as a vital stepping stone for those aiming to reach senior management levels through subsequent degree-level education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business in Society
Business Writing
Financial Accounting
Marketing
Entrepreneurial Thinking and Behaviour

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-13 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-13 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00

More details

International applicants are advised to apply at least 12 weeks before the start of their intended semester

Language

English

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

St. John's, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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115

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58

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students who apply for the certificate in business administration must:

Meet general admission requirements to Memorial University.

Submit a personal statement of interest that includes previous employment and/or education history, motivations as to why you wish to pursue the certificate in business administration, and how this program may help you achieve your career goals.

Your personal statement should be uploaded directly to the application portal through the ‘Documents and Supplemental Items’ tab once your application has been submitted.

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does’t guarantee acceptance into the certificate in business administration program.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22500 CAD / year

≈ 22500 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

6750 CAD / year

≈ 6750 CAD / year

Additional Details

Newfoundland and Labrador Students, Canadian Students: $6,480

Living costs

St. John's

Canada

1159 - 1707 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Credits

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