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Business Administrative Assistant Program Overview

How long does it take to complete the Business Administration program?

The Business Administration Diploma Program is designed to complete in 10 months, or 900 hours. 

Availability and Accessibility

Is the Business Administration program available online?

Yes! The Business Administration program is offered online and on-campus in a blended-learning format.

Eligibiliy and Admissions

Standard Admission

Students must meet the following criteria:
1. Alberta high school diploma, verified by transcript, or non-Alberta equivalent,
OR
Successful completion of the General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
2. Successful interview with school administration, at the discretion of the school.
3. Must be minimum 17 years of age.

Mature Admission

Programs using Mature Admissions must meet the following criteria:
1. Must be 18 years or older.
2. Must complete the MaKami College admission test with a score of 65%
3. Minimum completion of Grade 10 English with score of 60% or higher
OR
Completion of at minimum a post- secondary certificate or diploma where English was the language of instruction.
4. Successful interview with school administration, at the discretion of the school.

English Proficiency

As English is the language of instruction in all programs at MaKami College, we require all applicants to demonstrate communicative proficiency in the English language prior to admission acceptance. This will enable academic success for all applicants.

Business Administration Program Curriculum

View our full Business Administration Program Curriculum here.

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