Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication

University Canada West – UCW

Bachelor's degree

In Vancouver (Canada)

£ 25,611.36 VAT inc.

*Indicative price

Original amount in USD:

$ 32,040

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Vancouver (Canada)

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.

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Vancouver (Canada)
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About this course

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.

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.

Canadian High School (Grade 12) diploma or equivalent with an overall average of C or better (2.0 on a 4.33 scale)
OR

Twenty-one (21) years of age or older and out of high school for at least two years, and
Documented success through academic, professional or volunteer activities

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

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Subjects

  • Business Communication
  • Advertising
  • Communications
  • Communication Training
  • Media

Course programme

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.
  • Preparatory
  • Tier 1 University Foundation
  • Tier 2 Disciplinary Foundation
  • Tier 3 Disciplinary Applications
  • Tier 4 Integrative Applications
Elective Areas

The University follows professional trends in industry closely and develops elective areas that reflect the best professional standards in specific fields. Although students cannot earn a formal credential by completing an elective area, it can be a great way to shape their degree. Currently, UCW offers the following elective area in the Business Communication degree:
  • Communications Management

Additional information

International Fee: $73,080 
Tuition deposit for international students: $7,900
First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication

£ 25,611.36 VAT inc.

*Indicative price

Original amount in USD:

$ 32,040