Course overview
Business Analysis (Graduate Certificate) is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax, Canada. It takes 1 year (Ivany Campus, Dartmouth), with intakes in September (2027).
Nova Scotia Community College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Nova Scotia Community College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Halifax, Canada |
| Course | Business Analysis (Graduate Certificate) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 1 year (Ivany Campus, Dartmouth) |
| Tuition per year | C$13,505 (≈ ₹9 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (2027) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 in each band; PTE Academic 55; Duolingo 115 (no subscore below 95); TOEFL iBT 80 (tests before 21 January 2026); CAEL 60 |
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Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$13,505 a year, about ₹9 lakh.
2026-27 international tuition (flat NSCC rate); programme costs, CA$1,000 international student fee, CA$200 college service fee and health insurance extra. International applicants were being waitlisted when we checked
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Ivany Campus, 4-bedroom suite2026/27 | C$8,004per year (September–April) | ≈ ₹5.4 lakh |
| Ivany Campus, 1-bedroom suite2026/27 | C$9,338per year (September–April) | ≈ ₹6.3 lakh |
| Off-campus rent near rural campuses (median, all housing types)NSCC international student survey | C$800per month | ≈ ₹53,600 |
| Health insurance (no Nova Scotia health card)2026-27 | C$1,024per year | ≈ ₹68,608 |
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.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Business analyst
- Management consultant
- Project manager
- Marketing executive
- Human resources officer
- Supply chain manager
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Deloitte
PwC
EY
KPMG
Accenture
McKinsey & Company
Amazon
Unilever
Procter & Gamble
IBM
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Nova Scotia Community College for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Graduate certificates need a diploma, advanced diploma or undergraduate degree in a related field (for example IT, computer science, engineering technology or business). Business Analysis accepts a two-year diploma or a degree.
- International applicants submit official post-secondary documents for assessment.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 in each band; PTE Academic 55; Duolingo 115 (no subscore below 95); TOEFL iBT 80 (tests before 21 January 2026); CAEL 60.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 in each band (listening, reading, writing and speaking). |
| PTE Academic | 55. |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 for tests before 21 January 2026; 4 overall on the new scale for later tests. |
| Duolingo | 115 overall with no subscore below 95. |
| Exemptions | Three years of full-time study in English at an accredited institution in a country where NSCC does not require testing, or one year of full-time study at an English Canadian college or university. India is a country where testing is required. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (2027).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Board-attested or board-issued Class 12 certificate and mark sheet
- Degree or diploma documents (graduate certificates)
- English test result less than two years old, sent by the test provider
- CA$100 application fee; CA$5,000 deposit after an offer
About Nova Scotia Community College
Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) is a public community college in Nova Scotia, with campuses across the province and its largest IT and business campuses in Halifax and Dartmouth. It offers certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas and one-year graduate certificates, many of them eligible for a post-graduation work permit.
International tuition is a single flat rate of CA$13,505 a year in 2026-27, which is low for Canada. Indian students mostly look at the two-year IT diplomas (IT Data Analytics, IT Programming, Cyber Security) and the one-year graduate certificates in Business Intelligence and Analytics, IT Programming for AI and Business Analysis. Some popular programmes put international applicants on a waitlist, so apply as soon as applications open in November.
Similar courses
Business & Management courses at other universities in Canada
- Master of Global Business and EconomyAlgoma University2 years (4 semesters, no Spring classes), course-based, with a major research project; Brampton or Sault Ste. Marie · C$18,500 / year
- Project Management (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)Algonquin College1 year (2 terms) full time · C$18,054 / year
- Supply Chain Management - Global (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)Algonquin College1 year (2 terms) full time · C$17,713 / year
- Human Resource Management (Advanced Diploma)Assiniboine College8 months full-time (60 credits); needs a 2-year diploma or degree · C$16,790 / year
- Marketing (Advanced Diploma)Assiniboine College8 months full-time (60 credits); needs a 2-year diploma or degree · C$16,790 / year
- Digital Marketing (Post-Diploma Certificate)Bow Valley College2 terms · C$19,926 / year
More courses at Nova Scotia Community College
- Business Intelligence and Analytics (Graduate Certificate)1 year (Institute of Technology Campus, Halifax) · C$13,505 / year
- IT Programming for Artificial Intelligence (AI) (Graduate Certificate)1 year (Institute of Technology Campus, Halifax) · C$13,505 / year
- IT Data Analytics (Diploma)2 years (Institute of Technology Campus, Halifax) · C$13,505 / year
- IT Programming (Diploma)2 years (several campuses) · C$13,505 / year
- Cyber Security (Diploma)2 years (Halifax or Sydney) · C$13,505 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Business Analysis (Graduate Certificate) at Nova Scotia Community College?
The tuition for international students is C$13,505 a year (about ₹9 lakh). 2026-27 international tuition (flat NSCC rate); programme costs, CA$1,000 international student fee, CA$200 college service fee and health insurance extra. International applicants were being waitlisted when we checked. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Business Analysis (Graduate Certificate)?
The course takes 1 year (Ivany Campus, Dartmouth).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 in each band; PTE Academic 55; Duolingo 115 (no subscore below 95); TOEFL iBT 80 (tests before 21 January 2026); CAEL 60. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (2027). 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.
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