May 14, 2003 For Immediate Release

University of Northern BC representatives will be hosting MBA information sessions in various northern BC communities to provide information about the new program.

The Master of Business Administration degree is recognized around the world as an important credential for management professionals. In March, the UNBC Board of Governors approved a graduate diploma in Business Administration, providing the first year of courses leading to the MBA. Courses are starting this fall.

The schedule of information sessions follows:

Fort St John
Wednesday, May 26th, Northern Lights College, 9820 - 120th Avenue

Dawson Creek
Thursday, May 27th, Northern Lights College, 11401 – 8th Street

Quesnel
Monday, May 31st, CNC/UNBC campus. 488 McLean Street

Williams Lake
Tuesday, June 1st, University College of the Cariboo, 383 Oliver Street

Terrace
Thursday, June 3rd, UNBC Northwest campus, 4741 Park Avenue

Smithers
Friday, June 4th, Northwest Community College, 3966 - 2nd Avenue

The presentation will begin at 7pm in each location.

Tailored to the needs of managers and professionals working in northern BC, the MBA will help to develop strong and well-rounded business leadership in the region. More information can be gained from the program website at www.unbc.ca/mba.

The UNBC MBA program is subject to the recommendation of the Degree Quality Assessment Board and approval by the Ministry of Advanced Education.