Bachelor of Business Administration - General Management at Mount Royal University

Programme overview

Develop a broad understanding of the “big picture” across various business sectors with Mount Royal University’s Bachelor of Business Administration — General Management in Calgary.This versatile business education helps you build critical thinking, strategic planning and leadership skills, preparing you to contribute to sustainable growth and make a meaningful impact in a range of industries. It’s a great fit for those seeking flexibility in their career, entrepreneurship or leadership roles across disciplines.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Communication Studies | Department: Business | Intake: Fall | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Learn how businesses work and how to lead them effectively.

Career pathways

Graduates with a general management degree from MRU are prepared to lead in corporate, nonprofit, startup or public sector settings. Roles include Social entrepreneur, Corporate social responsibility/sustainability team leader, Entrepreneur/start-up founder, Innovation strategist/consultant, Product manager, Business development manager, Economic development officer, Indigenous relations engagement specialist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

English Language Arts 30-1 - minimum grade 60%; Mathematics 30 - 1 or 30 - 2 - minimum grade 60%; or successful completion of a two-year business diploma, applied degree or four-year baccalaureate from an accredited post-secondary institution.

International applicants: CAD 24,277 a year (2026). Year 1 (2026-27) international tuition for one full academic year (Sept-April, normally ten courses); tuition includes instructional equipment and lab fees; excludes mandatory fees ($2,432.68) and books. Year 2 onward listed as higher/subject to change. Source

Fall semester starts September (first day of classes Sept. 9, 2027); Winter semester starts January (first day of classes Jan. 5, 2027); Spring semester starts May (first day of classes May 3, 2027).

Fall 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1, 2026 to Feb. 1, 2027 (application and supporting documents required); application deadline for some programs Feb. 1, 2027; ongoing admission Feb. 2 to Aug. 31, 2027 based on program space and availability.

Fall 2027 international students: application deadline May 1, 2027 (students eligible to apply for a study permit under IRPR 214 may continue to apply after May 1); document deadline May 15, 2027.

Winter 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1 to Nov. 1, 2026; ongoing admission Nov. 2 to Dec. 15, 2026.

Spring 2027: applications open Oct. 1, 2026.

Apply through the official page: https://www.mtroyal.ca/Admission/Apply/index.htm

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