Esports Business Management

Get the tools needed to enter one of the fastest-growing global industries - Esports and gaming!

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Diploma
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Chiu School of Business
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4 Terms
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Open to International students
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Domestic applications resume July 6
International applications resume July 2
Continuing Education (Open Studies) resume July 9
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Esports Business Management

The gaming industry is one of the largest industry sectors in the world, larger than both music and film combined. The Esports Business Management diploma prepares students for a career in the competitive gaming industry, one of the fastest growing segments in gaming today. Students learn first-hand how to navigate the ever-changing esports landscape, developing business fundamentals and acquiring the contextual understanding they need to succeed as innovators and entrepreneurs.


Career Path & Transfer Credits

Graduates of the Esports Business Management program are prepared for a variety of careers within the gaming and esports industries, including event management, marketing, team operations, sponsorship, and business development.

The program also offers transfer credit opportunities for several courses. Eligible graduates may apply these credits toward a bachelor's degree at one of Bow Valley College's partner institutions, creating a pathway for continued education and career advancement. For more information, please visit our transfer page.

Program Delivery

Work Integrated Learning

During their capstone course (Term 4), students will host an esports event at the Bow Valley College Esports Arena in collaboration with an industry partner. Students will learn first-hand how to organize a community event, work with real clients and event attendees, and collaborate with their peers to deliver a successful project in a state-of-the-art gaming facility.

Students are also encouraged to gain hands-on experience through volunteer and internship opportunities with the Bow Valley Bears varsity esports team, building valuable industry connections while applying their skills in a real world environment.

Available intakes

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Domestic
International
September 2026
Transcripts due:
Transcripts due within two weeks of application submission.
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January 2027
Transcripts due:
Transcripts due within two weeks of application submission.
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Program availability and start dates are subject to change. Admission is based on first applied, first qualified.

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Registration opens in
March 9, 2026 for May 2026 course start dates
June 22, 2026 for September 2026 course start dates
To register in an Open Studies course, find the course in the list below and click on the course code. Select the offering of the course that you would like to take, add it to the cart, proceed to checkout, and pay with a credit card.
Registration for all courses opens at 9:00 A.M. Calgary time.
March 9, 2026 for May 2026 course start dates
June 22, 2026 for September 2026 course start dates
To register in an Open Studies course, find the course in the list below and click on the course code. Select the offering of the course that you would like to take, add it to the cart, proceed to checkout, and pay with a credit card.
Registration for all courses opens at 9:00 A.M. Calgary time.

Admission requirements

  • Credit in English Language Arts 30-1 or minimum 65% in English Language Arts 30-2 or equivalent
  • Credit in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or equivalent

or

  • Successful completion of the General Educational Development test (GED) that consists of five tests with a minimum score in the following sections:
    • Interpreting Literature and Art: 520 minimum standard score
    • Writing Skills: 520 minimum standard score
    • Math Test: 520 minimum score

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English proficiency

If English is not your first language, please review the English language proficiency requirements.

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Transfer credit

Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. See where this program can transfer to.

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Provincial equivalencies

If you studied outside of Alberta, you can see which of your courses is equivalent to an admission requirement.

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International Students: Check whether your previous studies completed outside Canada meet the admission requirements using our country-specific document list found in step 2.

Tuition and fees

Term
Tuition fees
Additional fees
Total fees*
Term 1
$3,207
$605
$3,812
Term 2
$3,207
$564
$3,771
Term 3
$3,185
$564
$3,749
Term 4
$3,164
$605
$3,769

Estimated total tuition:

total cost
Term
Tuition fees
Additional fees
Total fees*
Term 1
$8,752
$605
$9,357
Term 2
$9,054
$564
$9,618
Term 3
$9,076
$564
$9,640
Term 4
$10,010
$605
$10,615

Estimated total tuition:

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*All tuition and fees are subject to change. Program tuitions are estimates only.  Your actual tuition and fees are calculated on actual course registrations and can be viewed under "Statement of Account" in MyBVC or by requesting a Statement of Account from Registrar Services.

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Not all delivery modes are available for all courses or programs, and not all courses are available each term. Students should follow up on their individual program areas or their MyBVC for information for courses delivery types and availability.

Delivery modes, descriptions, and availability of courses each term are subject to change.

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