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Carleton University

Ottawa, Canada , Ontario ,Canada

Bachelor of International Business

The Sprott School of Business offers a Bachelor of International Business that equips students with the foundation and global perspective they need to make a difference in the world. Intensive language training and intercultural skills gained through first-hand international experience prepares students for careers around the world.

During your degree, you will take courses in all core areas of business and complete intensive language training. You will also either study abroad at a partner institution, participate in an international internship, or a combination of the two. The language you study during years one and two will determine where you are placed. You will then return to Carleton to complete your final studies.

Streams – Complement your program with electives that enhance your competitiveness. You may choose to pursue multiple streams: Business Analytics; Corporate Finance; Entrepreneurship; Investments; Supply Chain Management; Sustainability

The Sprott School of Business also offers a separate Bachelor of Commerce degree program.

The Sprott School of Business also offers the following graduate programs: Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Accounting, MSc/PhD in Management.

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Application Processing Time in Days: 20

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

Identify Competencies:
Analyze past experiences (education, work, volunteer, sports, clubs, etc.)
Assess your competencies by filling out a Skills Inventory. If you would like a copy of the Inventory, please contact our office.
Articulate Competencies:
Write accomplishment statements (SAR statements) to articulate your competencies
Note: SAR Statements typically include a Situation, Action Verb and Result.
Example SAR statements
Communication: Objectively interviewed subject matter experts over Zoom, which in resulted in collecting relevant primary data for group research project on the building of the Rideau Canal.
Research and Analysis: Thoroughly reviewed account ledgers and balances as Treasurer of Carleton University Relay for Life committee, ensuring accurate financial records
Innovation and Collaboration: Successfully collaborated with 15 classmates and faculty to organize and plan “Sustainability Week,” to educate the wider student population on ways to improve sustainability on campus

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

The language of instruction at Carleton University is English. For admission, students will need to demonstrate that their knowledge and use of English are strong enough for studies in an English language university.
 
Students can do this by:
 
Demonstrating they  have studied for the last three years (full-time) in a high school, college or university in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom or any other country in which the primary language is English and where the language of instruction in the relevant educational institution was exclusively English. *Students choosing this option should note the following:
Time spent in ESL courses will not be counted towards meeting these requirements
Language requirements will not be waived based on letters written by students or as a result of completing senior-level high-school English courses
If in addition to evidence of three years of study a student also provides an English language test score, the University reserves the right to review or change the admission decision
The University reserves the right to request an English Language Proficiency test from any applicant regardless of their academic background
OR by
 
Submitting an English Language (ESL) test result
Admission with no further ESL requirement
Students who submit any of the scores shown in Table 1 below may be eligible for an offer with no further ESL requirement and may begin full time degree studies.
 
English Language Tests Score Type of Offer
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) Minimum score of 70 overall with a minimum score of 60 in each band Offer to Undergraduate Degree Program with no ESL requirement.
May begin full-time studies.
 
Internet Based (iBT) TOEFL 86 (22 in writing and speaking, 20 reading and listening)
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 IELTS (min 6.0 each band)
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 60 (min 60 in each Communicative Skill)
Duolingo English Test (DET)
(Fall 2024) 120 (with no subtest score below 95)
Cambridge English Language test 176 or above on C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency – min 169 in each component