Welcome to the School of Business
Nipissing University’s School of Business offers a number of programs with flexible delivery options. We provide a wholesome approach to learning that gives you more than a degree. Along with core business knowledge, you will develop professional and social skills. The program’s combination of theoretical background, practical skills, real life experience, and techniques to hone independent thinking and problem-solving skills will give you an advantage and a better chance of success in a competitive market.
Contact us with any questions
For general questions, contact business@nipissingu.ca
For more specific inquiries, check the “Contact Us” section below to be directed to the appropriate person.
Explore Our Program Options
Undergraduate Programs
At the North Bay campus
Bachelor of Business
Administration (BBA)
Along with core business knowledge, our faculty will help you develop professional and social skills.
At a College Partner Campus
Bachelor of Commerce - College Partnership Program
Nipissing partners with several Ontario colleges to offer degree completion programs for graduates of a 3-year advanced business diploma, 2-year business diploma, or Esports program.
At the North Bay campus
Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) - Dual Degree Program
The Bachelor of Commerce program at our North Bay campus is only available to students who are completing a dual degree program.
Distance/Online
Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) - Distance Education
If you’ve completed a college diploma, some university credits, a non-business degree, are a working professional, a newcomer to Canada, or a high school graduate aiming for a Bachelor of Commerce (BComm), this pathway is for you.
Post-Baccalaureate Diplomas
The School of Business offers a series of certificates and diplomas to meet the needs of students wishing to learn about business in shorter periods of time compared to a typical degree program.
Learn more about these diplomas
Diploma in Business Administration
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Administration
Build your general business knowledge and skills through a broad set of courses including topics on commercial law, change management and business strategy.
Diploma in Finance
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Finance
Deepen your financial acumen through the study of topics including portfolio and wealth management, financial derivatives and-investments.
Diploma in Human Resource Management
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resource Management
Complement your study of business foundations with courses in recruitment, industrial relations and human resources planning.
Diploma in International Business
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in International Business
Focuses on general business in an international context with courses about international marketing, intercultural management and international financial management.
Diploma in Marketing
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Marketing
Build upon business foundation courses with a marketing focus with courses in consumer behaviour, communications and social marketing.
International Student Admissions
Students must have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. A least six credits of university English and/or Communications (at a recognized English Language university in an English speaking country) prior to admission or have met Nipissing University’s English language proficiency requirements through acceptable English language tests approved by Nipissing University.
Get Hands-On Business Experience
BBA Co-op Program
The School of Business BBA Co-op Program is an integrated approach to university education that enables students to alternate academic terms on campus with work terms in suitable employment.
iLEAD Business Experience Certificate
The program is designed to help you gain valuable and relevant work experience through activities such as directed studies, writing an honours thesis, participating in workplace internships or studying overseas.
Hire from the School of Business
Have an entry-level position or opportunity to share to our graduating students or to our alumni base?
The School of Business Job Placement Program provides organizations with the ability to advertise upcoming job opportunities with our 4th year graduating business students and alumni.
Our student graduates enter the working world with a strong foundation of business knowledge and relevant skills. Thanks to our small class sizes and one-on-one focus, when you hire a Nipissing Business graduate, you can be confident that they have the skills and values to get the job done and help grow your organization.
To advertise an opportunity, please email your posting to business@nipissingu.ca
Resources & Contacts
Find information on facilities, resources, professional associations and faculty information.
The Sparrow Family Experiential Learning Centre
Our centre is located in room A235. Students in Nipissing University’s School of Business now have the opportunity to connect with the North Bay community to engage in experiential learning and foster their skills with hands-on engagement opportunities.
Sparrow Family Members
L-R: Mac Sparrow, Linda Sparrow, Cathy Tremblay, Pam Laycock & Dian Laycock
On November 4, Chippewa Intermediate & Secondary School were named the winners of the 2025 Business Case Challenge. Congratulations!
High School Initiatives
Stephen Hamilton
“When I graduated from high school, I was looking at all the big business schools. Looking back, it is only now that I realize how much I appreciate the value attending Nipissing University provided me. As the second graduating class of the BBA, I learned value skills that enabled me to be an impact hire right out of school. My BBA has provided me great opportunities to travel to Dubai, Europe and almost all of North America. What I appreciate the most was the opportunities that a small institution provided me such as direct teacher interaction and being involved in extra-curricular activities. A highlight was being elected as the first Nipissing University Student Union President and representing Nipissing in Queens Park when we were applying for our Charter. There is a reason why Nipissing ranks highest in graduate satisfaction. Come find out why.”
BBA, 1995
Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario (CPA)
Students enrolled in Nipissing's BBA Accounting Concentration or BComm Honours Accounting Concentration are able to satisfy the preparatory course requirements for the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation while working towards their degree. Upon graduation, students would enter CPA's Professional Education Program (CPA PEP). The School of Business works closely with CPA Ontario to ensure its courses are aligned with CPA's learning outcome requirements.
Cassandra Bremer - BBA Accounting, 2019
“The Nipissing University School of Business have provided me with the necessary skills I need to pursue my CPA designation through the completion of my Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting degree. The faculty at Nipissing is extremely resourceful and always there to provide guidance and support. The beautiful campus is a wonderful environment to learn and grow.”
Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)
Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL)
Students interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources Management have the opportunity to complete all of the courses required to satisfy the prescribed coursework requirements for the two designations. The School of Business has worked with the Human Resources Professionals Association of Ontario (HRPA) to ensure our courses are aligned with their learning outcomes requirements. If you are interested in becoming a student member of the HRPA, North Bay also has its very own chapter. The North Bay Chapter represents a large geographical area and its HR practitioner members provide services to a diverse spectrum of industries.
Required Courses - Courses Archive - HRPA
HRPA Designation Comparison Chart - Designations - HRPA
Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP)
Graduates from Nipissing’s BBA degree program can obtain advanced standing toward earning the SCMP designation. The accreditation program leading to the Certified SCMP designation is the most comprehensive in the field of supply chain management and is balanced to deliver advanced supply chain management knowledge and high-level business skills.
Canadian Marketing Association
CMA’s student membership program provides many benefits for full-time post-secondary students. Students gain access to numerous resources that will help in their marketing studies and allow them to network with future employers.
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