Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

Online Learning. Real-world Impact

Transform your professional journey with the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (GDBA), where the rigour of MBA-level coursework meets exceptional flexibility—with no GMAT requirement.

Cost & financing

Here you'll find detailed information about tuition fees and program costs to support your journey.

Tuition

Program start: January 2025 (Spring), May 2025 (Summer), or September 2025 (Fall)

Spring 2025: $18,809 CAD approx.1, 2
Summer 2025: $18,933 CAD approx.1, 2
Fall 2025: $19,057.96 CAD approx.1, 2

Tuition is paid each term based on the number of credits ($740.87 per unit*)2

1Approximate total for 24 credits taken in 12 months.
2Tuition will vary based upon intake term.
*Subject to Board of Governors approval.

Fees & other costs

Additional fees and costs: $1,600 approx.

For information on funding opportunities, visit Fund Your Degree. Employer sponsorship is also an option; visit Benefits to your company to learn more.

Scholarships & funding

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Scholarships & funding

(1) Subject to Board of Governors approval. (2) Includes day trips to local First Nations communities. Additional fees may apply. Further information to be provided. (3) Comprised of an international trip. Flights, meals and visa fees are not included. Students are encouraged to budget an additional $1,300 - $2,200 CAD, approximately, for roundtrip flight costs. Additional fees may apply. Further information to be provided. The University reserves the right to cancel the international trip component of the international applied project as a result of any unforeseen circumstances as deemed appropriate by the University. (4) Comprised of a local field trip. Further information to be provided.

For information on funding opportunities, visit Scholarships & Financial Support.

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Program brochure

For admission requirements, deadline and information regarding specialized coursework, view our program brochure.

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