International Year One (UTP II) Business and Economics
From day one, Lazaridis School students learn to work in teams tackling real-world problems that exist now. The co-op business degree is Canada’s largest to immerse students in the kinds of environments they’ll experience when they graduate.
All of this is about teaching Lazaridis School students to think for themselves, so they’ll be able to adapt to a world of ever-growing complexity, facing problems nobody has ever solved before.
The Lazaridis School operates the largest business degree co-op program in the country. Students are encouraged to explore different career options and gain valuable employment experience before they graduate.
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
At Laurier, we are committed to supporting our staff and faculty with benefits and perks that contribute to their health and well-being, and personal and professional development opportunities.
Our benefits and perks programs touch on a wide range of areas that promote a healthy work-life balance and provide our faculty and staff with the resources to thrive.
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- benefits and pension programs
- wellness programs
- perks
- professional development opportunities
PSW Opportunity
Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.
Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.
Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.
Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.
Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.
Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
LAZARIDIS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
You will be eligible to apply to the Honours Bachelor of Business Technology Management program in the Lazaridis School of Busines and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University with 5.0 credits (10 courses) toward your degree upon successful completion of the International Year One (UTP Stage II): Business and Economics (Honours BBTM) program if you meet the following requirements:
Business Technology Management
A minimum GPA of 7.00 (B-) in all Business courses, a minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in all non-business courses and a minimum overall GPA of 5.00 (C) with no individual course grade less than 3.00 (D+). Students must meet these progression requirements by August 31.
Total course repeats may not exceed a maximum of 1.0 credit exclusively during Year 1 and any given course can only be repeated once. All credits taken during Year 1 will be included in the GPA requirements for progression into Year 2.
Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC International Year One program, including the required courses BU111 (or MB105), MB106, MB200, MB115, BU127, EC120, EC140, MA103. Students will be advised on course selection based on their intended major.
You will transfer into the Honours Bachelor of Arts program in the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University with 5.0 credits (10 courses) toward your degree upon successful completion of the International Year One (UTP Stage II): Business and Economics (Honours BA) program if you meet the following requirements:
Economics
A minimum GPA of 7.00 (B-) in all honours major courses and a minimum overall GPA of 6.00 (C+) with no individual course grade less than 3.00 (D+).
You can submit your application for review by the department if your GPA is between 5.00 (C) and 7.00 (B-) with no individual course grade less than 3.00 (D+).
Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC International Year One program, including the required courses EC120, EC140, and MA103. Students will be advised on course selection based on their intended major.
Students may also transfer into Economics plus any other BA program if they have no individual grade lower than a 4.00 (C-) and satisfy the other programs requirements.
Economics and Accounting
A minimum GPA of 7.00 (B-) in Economics and Business courses and a minimum overall GPA of 6.00 (C+) with no individual course grade less than 4.00 (C-).
Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC International Year One program, including the required courses EC120, EC140, MA103, BU111, and BU127. Students will be advised on course selection based on their intended major.
Economics and Financial Management
A minimum GPA of 7.00 (B-) in Economics and Business courses and a minimum overall GPA of 6.00 (C+) with no individual course grade less than 4.00 (C-).
Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC International Year One program, including the required courses EC120, EC140, MA103, BU111, and BU127. Students will be advised on course selection based on their intended major.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
33595 CAD
Average Cost of Living: 22895 CAD /year
Application Fee: 125 CAD