
Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- Saskatoon campus, CanadaLocation
- Edwards School of BusinessField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Saskatoon campusCampus
- BusinessAwards
- $51,501Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The Certificate in Business (CBUS) is an eight-course program that will provide you with the knowledge and skills to be successful in professional business environments. You will be introduced to business foundations and will have opportunities to become a more innovative thinker, a creative problem-solver, an effective contributor and a team leader.
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Whether you are a recent high school graduate, current university student, or a working professional, this degree-level certificate provides an introduction to business and strategy. Set yourself apart when applying for jobs and expand your knowledge of accounting, human resources, marketing, and concepts commonly encountered in business. Develop the critical and creative thinking skills needed to become an effective decision maker. Benefits of the Edwards Certificate in Business include: The Certificate in Business is an eight-course program that introduces students to the fundamentals of business management and will provide the skills needed to contribute to an organization's success. Students who complete the Certificate in Business will: understand basic business principles; be effective contributors to team performance; and build competency in areas of business related to accounting, communication, entrepreneurship, human resources, Indigenous business, and personal finance. Seven of eight of the courses in this program are transferrable to the Bachelor of Commerce degree at the University of Saskatchewan. Students can pursue this program as a stand-alone option or in conjunction with another degree. The program can be completed full-time in as little as eight months or part-time. Students completing the program alongside another degree should consult with an advisor in their home college to understand how the courses fit within their program requirements. Upon first admission to the Certificate in Business program students must complete requirements within a five (5) year time period. Under exceptional circumstances, the School may grant an extension. Students returning to the Certificate in Business program after an absence of one (1) or more years may be placed under the curriculum requirements in effect on the date of readmission.
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
This program is not open to international students. Learn more about mature admission . | The Certificate in Business is an eight-course program that introduces students to the fundamentals of business management and will provide the skills needed to contribute to an organization's success. Students who complete the Certificate in Business will: understand basic business principles; be effective contributors to team performance; and build competency in areas of business related to accounting, communication, entrepreneurship, human resources, Indigenous business, and personal finance. Seven of eight of the courses in this program are transferrable to the Bachelor of Commerce degree at the University of Saskatchewan. Students can pursue this program as a stand-alone option or in conjunction with another degree. The program can be completed full-time in as little as eight months or part-time. Students completing the program alongside another degree should consult with an advisor in their home college to understand how the courses fit within their program requirements. Upon first admission to the Certificate in Business program students must complete requirements within a five (5) year time period. Under exceptional circumstances, the School may grant an extension. Students returning to the Certificate in Business program after an absence of one (1) or more years may be placed under the curriculum requirements in effect on the date of readmission. | Admission requirements differ by college and by the school system the applicant studied in; the University publishes them per programme with a selector that includes an "outside of Canada" option. English is the language of instruction and examination and proof of English proficiency may be required. Source: https://admissions.usask.ca/business.php · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test is required where the applicant meets one of the University's other accepted standards: at least three years of full-time study in an approved English-medium secondary programme including Grades 10-12 with Grade 12 English Language Arts A30 or B30 or equivalent (2.5 years with minimum final grades of 70%, or 2 years with minimum final grades of 80%); or at least one year of full-time study in a degree programme at a recognised post-secondary institution whose only language of instruction and examination is English (a minimum two-year diploma in Canada, or a minimum three-year diploma outside Canada); or successful completion of English for Academic Purposes Level 4 at the University of Saskatchewan Language Centre, or EAP 100 and EAP 101 at the University of Regina; or Advanced Placement English 4 or better, IB English A1/A2 Higher Level 5 or better, IB English B Higher Level 5 or better, GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O-Level English B or better, or GCE A/AS/AICE Level English B or better. Accepted English-medium curricula are listed by the University and include the International Baccalaureate, Indian IGCSE and CBSE only, GCSE O-Level and GCE A-Level, NZQA, Australian state curricula, CAPE, SQA, NQAI and the WBQ. If secondary study finished more than five years ago, additional proof may be required. Source: https://admissions.usask.ca/requirements/english-language-proficiency.php · Application fee: CAD 120.00 (non-refundable) · Deposit: CAD 1,000.00 non-refundable tuition deposit, payable when accepting the offer of admission. The University states this applies to most international students, including those admitted to undergraduate programmes in the Colleges of Agriculture and Bioresources, Arts and Science, Education, Engineering, Kinesiology and Nursing and the Edwards School of Business; other programmes may require a deposit and applicants are notified by email. Paying it is required before USask will endorse the applicant for a Saskatchewan provincial attestation letter (PAL). The deposit is applied to tuition and fees on enrolment. Source: https://admissions.usask.ca/requirements/apply.php
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$51,501 CAD / year≈ $37,868 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsInternational undergraduate applicants are considered automatically on admission. The University of Saskatchewan International Excellence Award is CAD 10,000 (1 offered) and the International Baccalaureate Excellence Award for international students is CAD 20,000 (1 offered); for both, the deadline to apply for admission is 15 February. Awards of CAD 15,000 (4) for international students applying from Saskatchewan high schools and CAD 10,000 each for international students applying from Manitoba, Alberta and British Columbia high schools have a 1 May admission deadline. USask Entrance Scholarships of CAD 5,000 go to 600 entering students on admission average (apply for admission by 1 December, documents by 15 December). Best and Brightest renewable entrance scholarships range from CAD 24,000 to CAD 40,000 over four years and need a separate application in PAWS by 15 December. Competitive Entrance Awards need applications by 1 March. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: International application deadlines - Winter January 2026: Dec. 1, 2025 Documents due: Dec. 15, 2025; Spring May 2026: April 1, 2026 Documents due: May 1, 2026; Fall September 2026: June 1, 2026 Documents due: June 7, 2026; Winter January 2027: Dec. 1, 2…
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- Offer letterFrom the university
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- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Business cost?
CAD 51,501 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
This program is not open to international students. Learn more about mature admission . | The Certificate in Business is an eight-course program that introduces students to the fundamentals of business management and will provide the skills needed to contribute to an organization's success. Students who complete the Certificate in Business will: understand basic business principles; be effective contributors to team performance; and build competency in areas of business related to accounting, communication, entrepreneurship, human resources, Indigenous business, and personal finance. Seven of eight of the courses in this program are transferrable to the Bachelor of Commerce degree at the University of Saskatchewan. Students can pursue this program as a stand-alone option or in conjunction with another degree. The program can be completed full-time in as little as eight months or part-time. Students completing the program alongside another degree should consult with an advisor in their home college to understand how the courses fit within their program requirements. Upon first admission to the Certificate in Business program students must complete requirements within a five (5) year time period. Under exceptional circumstances, the School may grant an extension. Students returning to the Certificate in Business program after an absence of one (1) or more years may be placed under the curriculum requirements in effect on the date of readmission. | Admission requirements differ by college and by the school system the applicant studied in; the University publishes them per programme with a selector that includes an "outside of Canada" option. English is the language of instruction and examination and proof of English proficiency may be required. Source: https://admissions.usask.ca/business.php · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test is required where the applicant meets one of the University's other accepted standards: at least three years of full-time study in an approved English-medium secondary programme including Grades 10-12 with Grade 12 English Language Arts A30 or B30 or equivalent (2.5 years with minimum final grades of 70%, or 2 years with minimum final grades of 80%); or at least one year of full-time study in a degree programme at a recognised post-secondary institution whose only language of instruction and examination is English (a minimum two-year diploma in Canada, or a minimum three-year diploma outside Canada); or successful completion of English for Academic Purposes Level 4 at the University of Saskatchewan Language Centre, or EAP 100 and EAP 101 at the University of Regina; or Advanced Placement English 4 or better, IB English A1/A2 Higher Level 5 or better, IB English B Higher Level 5 or better, GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O-Level English B or better, or GCE A/AS/AICE Level English B or better. Accepted English-medium curricula are listed by the University and include the International Baccalaureate, Indian IGCSE and CBSE only, GCSE O-Level and GCE A-Level, NZQA, Australian state curricula, CAPE, SQA, NQAI and the WBQ. If secondary study finished more than five years ago, additional proof may be required. Source: https://admissions.usask.ca/requirements/english-language-proficiency.php · Application fee: CAD 120.00 (non-refundable) · Deposit: CAD 1,000.00 non-refundable tuition deposit, payable when accepting the offer of admission. The University states this applies to most international students, including those admitted to undergraduate programmes in the Colleges of Agriculture and Bioresources, Arts and Science, Education, Engineering, Kinesiology and Nursing and the Edwards School of Business; other programmes may require a deposit and applicants are notified by email. Paying it is required before USask will endorse the applicant for a Saskatchewan provincial attestation letter (PAL). The deposit is applied to tuition and fees on enrolment. Source: https://admissions.usask.ca/requirements/apply.php
Is there a scholarship?
International undergraduate applicants are considered automatically on admission. The University of Saskatchewan International Excellence Award is CAD 10,000 (1 offered) and the International Baccalaureate Excellence Award for international students is CAD 20,000 (1 offered); for both, the deadline to apply for admission is 15 February. Awards of CAD 15,000 (4) for international students applying from Saskatchewan high schools and CAD 10,000 each for international students applying from Manitoba, Alberta and British Columbia high schools have a 1 May admission deadline. USask Entrance Scholarships of CAD 5,000 go to 600 entering students on admission average (apply for admission by 1 December, documents by 15 December). Best and Brightest renewable entrance scholarships range from CAD 24,000 to CAD 40,000 over four years and need a separate application in PAWS by 15 December. Competitive Entrance Awards need applications by 1 March. Source View scholarship page
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