The certificate in business administration is the first step in your business education.

Designed to meet the needs of individuals who hold full-time employment, it’s perfect for anyone who wants to complement their work experience with preparation for future business education or professional development.

The certificate is comprised of 10 courses (30 credit hours) and, as of Fall 2025, a non-credit professional development seminar. Courses may be completed in-class, online or a combination of both. Careful planning is encouraged as online course availability varies each semester. Depending on the business electives completed, students may build a foundation towards pursuing a diploma in business administration and eventually a bachelor of commerce degree.

Required courses are available in the university calendar. The Certificate Worksheet-New Program 2025 is a great tool to help you in your course planning.

If you were enrolled in the certificate program prior to Fall 2022, click here for required courses.

If you were enrolled in the certificate program between Fall 2022 and Spring 2025, click here for required courses. 

There is no application deadline, as admissions are ongoing.

Admission requirements:

Students who apply for the certificate in business administration must meet general admission requirements to Memorial University. 

Individuals who hold an undergraduate degree from the Faculty of Business Administration are not eligible to apply to the Certificate program.

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the certificate program.

Click here for admission regulations.

Questions? Please email busihelp@mun.ca.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Click here to review some common questions about the certificate program.