Course overview
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Administration is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at thompson-rivers-university in Kamloops, Canada. It takes 20 courses (about 2 years), with intakes in September; January.
thompson-rivers-university is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | thompson-rivers-university (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Kamloops, Canada |
| Course | Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Administration |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 20 courses (about 2 years) |
| Tuition per year | C$26,238 (≈ ₹17.6 lakh) |
| Intakes | September; January |
| English requirement | TOEFL or IELTS needed unless you have six credits of university English from an English-speaking country; see TRU's English requirements |
Interested in Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Administration?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$26,238 a year, about ₹17.6 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$52,476 (≈ ₹35.2 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026/27 total of CA$52,476 for 20 courses on TRU's fees page, divided by 2 years
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| East Village residenceIncludes a non-refundable activity fee | C$7,120Fall and Winter semesters | ≈ ₹4.8 lakh |
| North Tower residenceIncludes a non-refundable activity fee | C$10,035Fall and Winter semesters | ≈ ₹6.7 lakh |
| Coyote Den (shared double to one-bedroom) | C$4,840–10,810Fall and Winter semesters | ≈ ₹3.2 lakh – ₹7.2 lakh |
| HomestayPlus a CA$150 placement fee and a CA$625 refundable deposit | C$5,000per semester | ≈ ₹3.4 lakh |
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 costsEligibility
General entry requirements at thompson-rivers-university for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Post-baccalaureate diplomas need a bachelor's degree; Applied Data Science asks for a three- or four-year degree with a GPA of 3.00 on a 4.33 scale in the last 60 credits.
- The MBA accepts a three- or four-year degree in any subject with a B average (3.0) in the last 60 credits, plus a letter of intent and a résumé. Work experience is recommended but not required.
- The MSc in Data Science needs a four-year degree in science or a related subject with strong statistics and computing, and a B average (B+ for the thesis route). It starts in January only.
English requirements
For this course: TOEFL or IELTS needed unless you have six credits of university English from an English-speaking country; see TRU's English requirements.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for undergraduate direct entry and most post-baccalaureate and data science programmes; 7.0 for the MBA. |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 with no section below 20 for undergraduate and most graduate entry; 94 for the MBA. |
| PTE Academic | 58 with no band below 55 (undergraduate); 68 with no band below 62 (MBA). |
| Duolingo | 125 with no sub-score below 115 for undergraduate entry. Not accepted for master's programmes. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September; January.
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
- Official transcripts sent from each institution
- Degree certificate (post-baccalaureate and master's)
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's)
- English test result
- Letter of intent and résumé (MBA)
- CA$100 application fee
Scholarships
TRU international entrance scholarships
New international students
Value: Varies; TRU says CA$1.7 million was awarded over the last five years
Nine entrance awards, including the Academic Excellence Award, Exceptional Student Award, Diversity Scholarship, Engineering Scholarship and International Athletic Scholarship. Check each award's criteria with TRU World.
Official page
About thompson-rivers-university
Thompson Rivers University has offered education in Kamloops, British Columbia, since 1970. It has a main campus in Kamloops, a smaller campus in Williams Lake and a large Open Learning division for distance study, and serves more than 25,000 students in all.
TRU offers bachelor's degrees, post-baccalaureate diplomas and master's degrees. Its business school, computing science and data science programmes, tourism management and nursing are the ones it promotes most to international students, and many programmes include co-op work terms.
Similar courses
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- Master of Science in Management (MSc)brock-university2 years full-time (five terms) · C$16,814 / year
- Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (GDBA)brock-university8 months full-time (10 half-credit courses) · C$39,565 / year
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More courses at thompson-rivers-university
- Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Applied Data Science20 courses (about 2 years) · C$26,238 / year
- Master of Science in Data Science2 years (32 credits) · C$25,593 / year
- Master of Business Administration2 years (1 year for eligible North American business graduates) · C$28,618 / year
- Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting20 courses (about 2 years) · C$26,238 / year
- Bachelor of Computing Science4 years · C$26,238 / year
- Bachelor of Business Administration4 years (120 credits) · C$26,238 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Administration at thompson-rivers-university?
The tuition for international students is C$26,238 a year (about ₹17.6 lakh). 2026/27 total of CA$52,476 for 20 courses on TRU's fees page, divided by 2 years. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Administration?
The course takes 20 courses (about 2 years).
What English score do I need?
TOEFL or IELTS needed unless you have six credits of university English from an English-speaking country; see TRU's English requirements. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September; January. 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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