Diploma of Business Management
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
- Surrey, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A one-year conversion masters introducing business management to non-business graduates.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Business Management can develop the ability to analyse organisational and market information
- Evaluate financial and operational decisions
- Communicate recommendations and consider responsible business practices
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Business management roles in organisations in all sectors
Curriculum
- Two semesters of intensive taught modules
- Each module taught over four days spaced three to four weeks apart. Topics include organisational behaviour
- Global operations
- Finance
- Strategy
- Marketing
- International business and career management.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Meet KPU's English proficiency requirement and have graduated high school (secondary school) or completed 9 or more undergraduate-level credits at a recognised institution; Mature-student admission exists for some programs; Limited-intake and some programs add their own requirements.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE Academic 61
- Duolingo 110
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate
- English proficiency evidence
- Statement of purpose where requested
- Financial support evidence
How to apply
- Review the admission requirements for Diploma of Business Management. Prepare academic transcripts
- Graduation evidence
- Language results
- required supporting documents. Complete the application to Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $24,260 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $120 CAD |
| Deposit | $5,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Surrey |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Melville School of Business |
| Department | Business and Management |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | KPU offers entrance awards and scholarships that may be available to international students. Eligibility and award values vary by competition. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Nov 2026
ClosedProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
108 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
230 days left
Scholarships
KPU offers entrance awards and scholarships that may be available to international students. Eligibility and award values vary by competition.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $24,260 CAD per year. The application fee is $120 CAD. The deposit is $5,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 61, Duolingo 110.
KPU offers entrance awards and scholarships that may be available to international students. Eligibility and award values vary by competition.

