Vancouver Island University's (VIU) Faculty of Management is a place where students don't just learn about business, they live it. Our programs are designed to equip you with the practical skills and strategic mindset needed to thrive in today's dynamic global marketplace. We believe in learning that extends beyond the classroom, connecting you with real-world challenges and opportunities. With certificates, diplomas, and degrees in business, hospitality, and recreation and tourism, we have an option to fit your goals.
What Makes Us Different?
We’re a community focused on innovation and impact. Our approach is hands-on and applied, blending rigorous academic theory with practical experience. We offer a supportive environment where you’ll learn from passionate faculty who are not just great teachers, but also experienced professionals and active researchers. They're here to mentor you, connecting you with industry leaders and preparing you to make a meaningful difference in your career.
Who We Serve
Our programs are for ambitious students ready to tackle the future. We welcome those who are eager to lead, innovate, and contribute to their communities. Whether you're a high school graduate, a transfer student, or a professional looking to upskill, you'll find a program that fits your goals. We're proud of our diverse student body, which brings a wide range of perspectives to the classroom and enriches the learning experience for everyone.
Our Promise to You
At the Faculty of Management, you won’t just earn a degree; you'll build a career. We're committed to your success, providing you with the tools, connections, and confidence to become a leader. We'll challenge you to think critically, solve complex problems, and develop the entrepreneurial spirit that defines our graduates. Join us, and discover how our hands-on approach can help you shape a better future.
Our globally integrated BBA program, innovative MBA program, and exciting Tourism, Recreation and Hospitality Management programs, have the creativity and flexibility, fostered by a diverse Faculty, to launch your career. Or relaunch your career with our new Executive Professional Development program for working professionals wanting to develop their skills.
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides skilled students with real-world opportunities that help local businesses thrive and grow, explore the internships and co-ops available in all of our programs,
For information on student achievement in our programs, see the BC Student Outcomes Stats Dashboard
Put your plans for a career in business into action with the valuable knowledge and skills gained from Vancouver Island University’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program. Through innovative instruction and real-world research projects, students are challenged to think creatively and adapt easily to an ever-changing global environment to give them the tools necessary to become leaders in their field.
Featured program: Bachelor of Hospitality Management
The Bachelor of Hospitality Management Degree provides graduates with the practical knowledge and advanced skills required to develop, operate and manage hospitality businesses. The program offers a broad-based advanced curriculum, with a focus on all aspects of managing resorts, hotels or food service operations in international, urban or rural settings including a paid co-operative education placement. Hospitality diploma graduates from all recognized colleges are welcome and will be admitted directly into year three of this four year program. Visit Hospitality Management or email Jean-Guy Robichaud at Jean-Guy.Robichaud@viu.ca for more information.
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