Learn about the world of business in a Canadian and international context. Year one and two will provide you with a solid foundation in general business, after which you will be able to specialize in Accounting, Financial Services, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Human Resources Management, Management, and Marketing.
More than simply theory, our business program is based on students applying what they learn in a practical use setting. Your professors have real-life expertise and will design projects that allow you to use your growing knowledge in a hands-on manner, often connecting you directly to local business owners for authentic results.
This unique four-year degree program focuses on business in the Canadian and international context. Year one of the program provides a solid foundation in general business. In subsequent years, specializations are available in Accounting, Financial Services, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Human Resources Management, Management, and Marketing. A General Studies specialization is also available to those who want to take elective courses from a variety of specialties. Business and non-business electives are also part of the program.
Accounting Specialty
While satisfying all the requirements outlined above for the Bachelor of Business Administration degree, students must include the following courses in their Business elective choices to specialize in Accounting.
BUAD 121 - Financial Accounting II
BUAD 208 - Canadian Income Tax I
BUAD 263 - Intermediate Accounting I
BUAD 273 - Intermediate Accounting II
Complete at least 4 of the following:
BUAD 352 - Data Analytics in Accounting
BUAD 359 - Accounting - Contemporary Perspectives and Issues in Accounting
BUAD 365 - Cost Accounting
BUAD 367 - Fraud Examination
BUAD 368 - Selected Topics: Advanced Accounting
BUAD 469 - Selected Topics: Advanced Accounting
BUAD 369 - Canadian Income Tax II
BUAD 363 - Audit Planning
BUAD 462 - Advanced Financial Accounting
BUAD 466 - Advanced Managerial Accounting
BUAD 463 - Internal Control & Auditing
This program is offered partially at Vernon, Penticton and Salmon Arm campus. Regional delivery of studies can differ according to the campus location, the first and second years of study is available at every campus. Some courses are also available by online delivery and distance education and students can combine on campus courses with online and distance courses.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
6 January 2025
Okanagan College
Kelowna Campus,
1000 KLO Road,
KELOWNA,
British Columbia (BC),
V1Y 4X8, Canada
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
6 January 2025
Penticton Campus
583 Duncan Ave. West,
PENTICTON,
British Columbia (BC),
V2A 8E1, Canada
Applicants must have
B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent.
English 12 with minimum 70% or alternatives.
English requirements
Canadian secondary school English 12: 60% or 70%
IELTS Academic: 6.0 or 6.5
TOEFL: 79 on IBT
Duolingo: 105 or 110
Okanagan College English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Level 3
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Okanagan College goes beyond just delivering an outstanding education, it helps students find their career and gain all the skills needed to succeed.