Vancouver,
BC,
Canada
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Business Communication in Vancouver BC Canada | University Canada West
University Canada West
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Vancouver BC Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor's Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Hybrid
Tuition (2026)
CAD
22,250
(c. USD16,232.38)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
What is Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication (BABC) is an interdisciplinary program that will develop your knowledge of media, cultural studies and business alongside theoretical and practical skills. The communication methods learnt and media training students get throughout this course are relevant to careers in professional writing, journalism, public relations, communications and advertising.
Graduates of the BABC program will be able to
- Use communication theories to assess basic issues in cultural contexts.
- Critique communication media influence on audience perceptions of issues, events, products and services.
- Evaluate the effectiveness and integration of all types of media and communications.
- Demonstrate communication-oriented research and information-seeking strategies.
- Create ethically and legally sound content for a variety of forms of media and markets.
- Integrate media and content to communicate persuasively to specific audiences.
- Apply communication methods to business problems and contexts.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and reflection skills in course deliverables.
- Work productively in a collaborative environment.
Business Communication Class Profile
UCW is home to students from many different countries around the globe. Communicating with fellow students and sharing experiences can further enhance your learning experience.
Hybrid Mode Delivery Model
Courses in the hybrid BABC program are taught using a hybrid learning model that blends on-campus classes and online guided learning. Each course is scheduled to have 2.5 hours of on-campus class and 1.5 hours of online guided learning per week during weeks 1-10 of each 12-week term. Final revisions, examinations and culminating evaluations are completed during weeks 11/12.
The BABC program is also available as a formal online program.
Learning Methods
The BABC program focuses on many different forms of media. There is a strong focus on how media and communications function in the contemporary business world.
- Lectures and class discussions
- Studying academic literature
- Analysis of case studies
- Practical team tasks
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication (BABC) offers a scaffolded sequence of courses in business and communications. At the same time, it integrates courses in media studies to create an interdisciplinary degree that provides a sound background for work in media and communications organizations and other communications-related business careers. Team activities are an intrinsic part of many courses given that building team skills are essential for real world success. Courses are provided in both the online and face-to-face learning environments.
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Canadian High School (Grade 12) diploma or equivalent with an overall average of C or better (2.0 on a 4.33 scale)
AND
Academic IELTS – 6.5 or better with a minimum of 6.0 in the writing band, or equivalent (for students whose first language is not English).
You can complete the English pathway courses (University Access Program) in order to meet the English proficiency requirements of the Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication program.
Tuition
CAD
22,250
Costs
Total Tuition Fees: $89,000
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