The Associate of Commerce and Business Administration Diploma at Thompson Rivers University provides a robust foundation for your career in business, equipping you with essential skills in communication, mathematics, and core business principles. This programme is ideal if you aim to enter the business world after two years or wish to build a strong stepping stone towards a full Bachelor of Business Administration degree. You will explore key areas such as financial and management accounting, micro and macroeconomics, marketing, and organizational behaviour, preparing you to understand and navigate the complexities of the commercial landscape.
You will study this Associate degree full-time on campus over two years, engaging with a curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application. The learning experience includes foundational courses in critical thinking and professional writing, alongside core business subjects like financial management and commercial law. You will develop analytical skills through economics and business statistics, and gain exposure to management information systems. Graduates are well-prepared for entry-level positions in various business sectors or to seamlessly transition into the Bachelor of Business Administration programme at Thompson Rivers University.