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Admission Requirements

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Registrars_OfficeHigh School Graduates

 

High school graduates can be admitted to the Bachelor of Business Administration, the Diploma in Business Administration, or the Certificate in Business Administration, if they have achieved the following:

 

A minimum of five overall university preparatory Grade 12 classes, including English, with an overall average of at least 70%, and no individual grade below 60%. Students who have overall averages between 65% and 69% will be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Students must have achieved a grade of at least 65% in Grade 12 English. For admission to the BBA, Certificate in Business Administration, or the Certificate in Marketing, completion of Grade 11 and Grade 12 academic math is also required. Admission to the Certificate in Accounting is reserved for students who have five completed units of academic study, or who are working in business or an allied field.

 

For Ontario students, a combination of U Level and M Level courses will be considered as university preparatory courses.

 

For Quebec students, one year of CEGEP credits (12 credits) will constitute basic university acceptance. Students with 24 CEGEP credits will be admitted with up to five full units (10 half-unit courses) of transfer general_Photo_student001credit.

 

For more information regarding admission to the business administration programs at the Mount, or for admissions information for international students, please see refer to the High School Requirements admission requirements.  


The Mount-NSCC Two Plus Two Program

 

Mount Saint Vincent University has an articulation agreement in place with Nova Scotia Community College. Graduates of the NSCC two year Business Diploma will automatically receive 10 full units (20 half-unit courses) of transfer credit into the BBA degree program. This will allow students to complete their BBA in two years. Click here for more information about course transfers, or contact Miriam Gallant, the secretary of the Dept. of Business and Tourism, by phone (902) 457-6197, or email, msvu.ca. 


Mature StudentsMature Learners

Learning is a lifelong experience. If your educational journey is about to begin, and you have been out of school for some time, you are considered a mature learner. Mature learners are admitted on a case-by-case basis. Interested students should apply for admission, including a statement of educational goals, a resume, transcripts from previous study, and any additional documentation of professional training or experience. Both volunteer and paid employment skills should be included. An interview will be arranged with an academic advisor prior to admission to discuss your educational possibilities. For more information on admission for mature learners, refer to Admission procedures for MSVU.

Mature Students

Transferring Credit from Previous Study or Work Experience

Students who have completed similar courses at other universities or community college may qualify for transfer credit. Students should request transfer credit by providing transcripts and detailed course outlines from their previous institution for faculty assessment.

Students who have considerable work experience in the field and/or relevant professional credentials, can complete a portfolio for evaluation. This procedure, called Portfolio Learning Assessment (PLA), requires students to complete a portfolio providing proof of their background through employers' letters, diplomas, certificates, and/or transcripts. The material in the portfolio must be clearly linked to the courses that the student feels are the equivalent of his/her background. The portfolio is submitted to the Registrar's Office for assessment by faculty.

Students can also challenge for course credit if they cannot transfer credit, or if they cannot provide a portfolio for assessment. Challenges usually involve completing course assignments and examinations. 

Students can transfer in a maximum of 50% of the credits required for any credential: certificate, diploma, or degree. By combining portfolio assessment, transfer credit, and challenge for credit, a maximum of 75% of a credential may be obtained. Students who have considerable background through work experience and/or coursework are urged to discuss their particular situation with a faculty member prior to registering for classes. For more information on transfer courses from previous study please see Admission Requirements.

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