BBA

Business Administration: Insurance and Risk Management

Learn more about studying Business Administration: Insurance and Risk Management as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    42,220CAD
  • Start date
    Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Wilfrid Laurier University says about their program:

The renowned Lazaridis School of Business and Economics is one of the first internationally accredited business schools in Canada (AACSB accreditation), where you’ll learn to work in teams tackling real-world problems that exist in society and in business. Our Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program is full time and direct entry, which means your business education begins on day one.

With a concentration in Insurance and Risk Management, you will learn how to connect this vital business sector to the rest of the economy. As well, graduates of this concentration will receive credit for courses required for the Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) Designation. A major strength of the insurance and risk management industry is the commitment to continuing education in the field, networking, and relationship building – all skills you will gain at the Lazaridis School.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma
  • High school transcripts should have a printed graduation date

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5, Reading 6, Writing 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6

  • TOEFL

    83, Reading 20, Writing 20, Speaking 20, Listening 20

  • PTE Academic

    59

  • Cambridge (CAE)

    176

  • Duolingo

    120

  • CAEL

    70

English tests might not be required for students in countries where English is an official language. Please contact our advisors to get more information

English proficiency waivers

  • Submit a copy of your transcript showing that you have studied in an English-language school system for at least three years.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic transcripts
  • Official translations
  • Application form
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • English test scores or waivers
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
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Scholarships at Wilfrid Laurier University

  • Entrance Scholarships

    Official page

    Wilfrid Laurier University automatically considers eligible first-time undergraduate applicants for entrance scholarships based on admission average. International undergraduate applicants are directed to the international tuition and scholarships page for costs and scholarship options.

  • President’s Gold Scholarship

    Official page

    The President’s Gold Scholarship is an automatic merit entrance scholarship for students with very high admission averages. International undergraduate students may be considered through the regular entrance scholarship process.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from CAD$33,220 to CAD$40,209 per year

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What is the cost of living near Wilfrid Laurier University?

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,893
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,784
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$222
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$83
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$55
Monthly public transport pass$96
Monthly grocery basket$276
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$23
Gym membership$51

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Wilfrid Laurier University

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step in your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements