Business Administration
CREDENTIALS
- Honours Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Guelph
- Diploma in Business Administration, Humber Polytechnic
REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
- Work placement or co-op
- Case Academy
- Centre for Entrepreneurship
STUDY OPTIONS
- 4-year program, on campus FT
- 5-year co-op program, on campus FT
- 2+ years, transfer, on campus FT
Accounting
Complete the courses you need to pursue your CPA when you graduate.
This specialization includes courses in managerial accounting, taxation, and auditing.
Finance
Learn about banking, insurance, capital projects, investing, and portfolio management.
This specialization includes courses in investment finance, personal financial planning, and real estate finance.
Human Resources
Learn how human resources (HR) helps organizations achieve their goals by building and keeping a productive workforce.
Take courses in talent acquisition, employee compensation, training and development, and labour relations.
International Business
Focus on conducting business within the global economy.
This specialization includes courses in international trade and law, and the business practices of the Asia Pacific, Europe, and Latin America regions.
Marketing
Explore how product, price, promotion, and distribution frameworks are used to satisfy consumer needs and achieve organizational objectives.
Take courses in professional selling, social media, and e-commerce.
Project Management
Focus on the triple constraint of project management involving scope, time, and budget while developing essential skills in risk mitigation, quality assurance, and stakeholder communication.
This specialization includes courses in project planning, risk management, and project leadership.
Supply Chain Management
Explore the end-to-end process of moving goods and services from the point of origin to the final consumer.
This specialization includes courses in transportation and logistics, global supply chain management, and sustainable supply chains.
Work Experience
U of GH was the first university in Ontario to recognize that combining academic excellence with practical, applied learning creates graduates who are ready to make an impact from day one. It’s what we do best; It’s what has defined us for 25 years.
Complete your degree requirement for work experience in a co-op or placement, and step into real-world roles, build powerful professional networks, and sharpen the interpersonal skills that employers value most.
Placement
4-year program
Complete 100 required hours (paid or unpaid) in your final semester and an optional 200 or 420 hours through business electives.
Past partners include BMO Financial Group, Universal Music Group, and Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment.
Co-op
5-year program
Gain paid experience through full-time structured work terms. We will support you, from preparing your application to securing relevant positions.
Co-op is facilitated with the support of the University of Guelph. You apply for co-op in your first year.
In addition to placement and co-op, you can gain real-world experience through our Case Academy, Centre for Entrepreneurship, and opportunities inside and outside of class.
Co-op Experience
Graduate Testimonial
“The president of RBC Dominion Securities, [where I completed my co-op], pulled me aside and said, ‘As soon as you graduate, we're going to hire you back without a doubt. This is a career that I think you'll flourish in. And this is just the beginning for you’.”
Careers & Future Studies
At Guelph-Humber, you are equipped with real-world skills that set you up for success after you graduate. According to the 2023 U of GH Graduate Survey, 94% of our graduates are currently employed or pursuing further education.
Here are a few options you can pursue after graduation:
Professional Designations & Careers
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)
- Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Business Consultant
- Marketing Strategist
- HR Business Partner
- Finance Manager
- Operations Manager
- Social Media Strategist
- Brand Manager
- Event Manager
- Business Analyst
- Business Developer
- Logistics Coordinator
- Tax Specialist
- Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Future Studies
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Marketing
- Master of Project Management
- Master of Science in Management
- Master of Supply Chain Management
- Master of Finance
- Certified Financial Accounting (CFA) Program
- CPA Professional Education Program
- Bachelor of Education (Teachers College)
- Law School
University of Guelph's MBA program (guaranteed pathway)
Take advantage of our partnerships at the University of Guelph and pursue your MBA at the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, which is ranked #1 in Canada and #5 in the world for its focus on developing responsible business leaders.
The work experience requirement is waived and gives U of GH students an advantage in being admitted to the program.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission, you must:
- Be completing your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- Be completing six 4U/M courses, including:
- ENG4U or equivalent e.g., EAE4U
- Any 4U math
- Four additional 4U/M courses
- Have an admission average above 70%
Application deadline: Jan. 15, 2027
Tuition & Fees
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Financial Assistance
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