Bachelor of Business Administration – The Business of Esports – Honours

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Business of Esports Specialization is an innovative program offered at Algoma University. Designed to meet the demands of a rapidly growing global industry, it provides students with targeted business management and strategic tools to capitalize on the expansion of digital gaming and streaming markets:

• Focused 10-Course (30 Credit) Track: Seamlessly integrated into the standard BBA framework to equip students with specialized leadership, operational, and commercial skill sets tailored to esports management.

• Industry & Ecosystem Alignment: Prepares graduates to navigate event management, intellectual property, sponsorships, team management, project development, and audience monetization.

• Expert Access & Networking: Gives students direct engagement with industry experts, offering real-world perspective and professional networking opportunities to launch their careers.

• Versatile Career Pathways: Prepares graduates for roles such as Esports Team/Project Manager, Event Coordinator, Digital Content Strategist, Agent, and Partnerships Coordinator, as well as opportunities in broader entertainment sectors.

Academic Background: Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum GPA: 60.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 79.0

• PTE: 60.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission Options:

• Direct Admission (Pending Scores): Applicants awaiting official language results can apply directly and receive a conditional offer, provided qualifying passing scores are submitted prior to receiving a final offer letter.

• English Pathway Courses: Applicants may satisfy language requirements by completing English language courses prior to beginning their academic program. The required duration depends on the student’s initial proficiency level.

Entrance scholarships for international students at Algoma University are automatically applied upon admission review and available for undergraduate and post-secondary certificate programs:

Chancellor's Award ($5,000 CAD/year, up to $20,000 CAD total): Awarded to high school graduates enrolled full-time (15 credits/term). Requires an A+ average (90–100% OSSD equivalent) and higher language scores (IELTS 7.0 / TOEFL 85 / PTE 65 / Duolingo 125). Renewable for up to 3 additional years with an 80% annual average, 12 credits/term minimum, and no failed courses. (Recipients who transition to Canadian Permanent Residency remain eligible for renewal).

President's Award ($2,500 CAD, one-time): Granted to Ontario Secondary School (OSSD) graduates entering their first year full-time (12 credits/term) with an average of 80%–89.9% across top six Grade 12 U/M courses.

The Dean's Award ($1,000 CAD, one-time): Granted to incoming first-year international students studying full-time (minimum 12 credits/term) holding a minimum B+ academic standing (or equivalent).

Award of Excellence ($500 CAD, one-time): Granted to incoming first-year international students studying full-time (minimum 12 credits/term) holding a minimum B academic standing (or equivalent).