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Business Administration – Accounting (Diploma)

nait · Edmonton, Canada · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

2 years

Tuition / year

C$22,500 (≈ ₹15.1 lakh)

Intakes

Check NAIT's programme availability page for international applicants

Course overview

Business Administration – Accounting (Diploma) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in finance & accounting at nait in Edmonton, Canada. It takes 2 years, with intakes in Check NAIT's programme availability page for international applicants.

nait is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universitynait (Public)
LocationEdmonton, Canada
CourseBusiness Administration – Accounting (Diploma)
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaFinance & Accounting
Duration2 years
Tuition per yearC$22,500 (≈ ₹15.1 lakh)
IntakesCheck NAIT's programme availability page for international applicants
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.0 in each section (provisional admission possible from IELTS 5.5 in each section); PTE 58; TOEFL iBT 70; Duolingo 115

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$22,500 a year, about ₹15.1 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$45,000 (≈ ₹30.1 lakh) before any yearly increase.

NAIT's 2027/28 Business Administration diploma tuition: CAD 22,500 a year (CAD 750 per credit), CAD 45,000 for the programme. Mandatory fees extra

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn CADApprox. in rupees
Estimated first-year NAIT and living costsNAIT's 2026/27 estimate for a first-year international student; books and supplies extraC$45,606per year≈ ₹30.6 lakh
International tuition, most programmes2027/28 rate; health programmes cost moreC$750per credit≈ ₹50,250

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at nait for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Class 12 from CBSE, CISCE or a state board, assessed against NAIT's Alberta entrance requirements (for example Grade 12 English and maths for business programmes). Each programme lists its own subjects.
  • The BBA direct-entry awards need a 70% admission average. Business Administration also has a provisional pathway for students with lower English scores.
  • After admission, NAIT asks for a non-refundable tuition deposit, credited to your first-term tuition. NAIT does not extend tuition deadlines.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 in each section (provisional admission possible from IELTS 5.5 in each section); PTE 58; TOEFL iBT 70; Duolingo 115.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.0 in each section (One Skill Retake accepted)
PTE Academic58 overall
TOEFL iBT70 overall with 17 in each section (before 21 January 2026); 4.0 overall and in each section on the new scale
Duolingo English Test115 overall with at least 100 in each integrated subscore
CAEL60 overall

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Intakes

This course starts in: Check NAIT's programme availability page for international applicants.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets; diploma or degree transcripts for post-diploma programmes
  • English test score (or proof of an exemption)
  • Tuition deposit receipt
  • Provincial Attestation Letter and proof of funds for the study permit

Scholarships

  • BBA International Entrance Award

    Bachelor of Business Administration

    Value: CAD 10,000 (CAD 5,000 in year 1 and CAD 5,000 in year 2)

    International students with a study permit admitted to the BBA from Fall 2027, with a 70% admission average and full-time study (9+ credits a term). Considered automatically. (The page title mentions CAD 15,000; the award terms state CAD 10,000.)

    Official page
  • BTech International Entrance Award

    International BTech Pathway (2-year diploma, then Bachelor of Technology in Management)

    Value: CAD 10,000 (CAD 5,000 in each of the two BTech years)

    International students who start an eligible diploma in Fall 2027 or later, keep a GPA of 2.7 and enrol full-time in the BTech; satisfactory standing required.

    Official page
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About nait

The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) is a public polytechnic in Edmonton, Alberta. It serves more than 40,000 students across four campuses in Edmonton and Spruce Grove and offers over 100 programmes, some of them available only at NAIT.

NAIT is known for hands-on technology, trades, business and health training. Its seven schools cover business, construction and building sciences, energy and natural resources, health and life sciences, manufacturing and automation, media and IT, and transportation. NAIT reports that 92% of full-time graduates are employed within nine months.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Business Administration – Accounting (Diploma) at nait?

The tuition for international students is C$22,500 a year (about ₹15.1 lakh). NAIT's 2027/28 Business Administration diploma tuition: CAD 22,500 a year (CAD 750 per credit), CAD 45,000 for the programme. Mandatory fees extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Business Administration – Accounting (Diploma)?

The course takes 2 years.

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.0 in each section (provisional admission possible from IELTS 5.5 in each section); PTE 58; TOEFL iBT 70; Duolingo 115. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: Check NAIT's programme availability page for international applicants. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. nait: Business Administration – Accounting (Diploma) (opens in a new tab)
  2. NAIT: International students tuition and fees (opens in a new tab)
  3. NAIT: Tuition and fees (deadlines and deposit) (opens in a new tab)
  4. NAIT: English language proficiency (opens in a new tab)
  5. NAIT: BBA international award (opens in a new tab)

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