Meritus University is bringing the best features of Online education directly to you.
Whenever you can make the time to study, wherever you are.
Meritus University accepts Canadian residents and International students.
The University provides a global, mobile, innovative, and highly competitive
educational format, giving students flexible options that fit today’s global workplace
and suit today's diverse lifestyle.

Meritus University believes that you shouldn't have to put your career to one side
while you study for the qualifications you need. That's why Meritus degree
programs are specifically designed to be easily accessible for ambitious working
professionals - meeting the individual needs of a diverse student population,
studying online, almost anywhere in the world.

Meritus University operates outside a traditional academic calendar. New students
can begin at any time. The scheduling of courses is designed to enable you to
take them back-to-back without breaks, although you may choose to break between courses. This intensive calendar, added to our low student/faculty ratio and smaller class sizes (averaging 10-12 students), allows you to achieve your educational goals in a more time-efficient manner.
Your Graduation Team will help you customize your course schedule to meet your individual needs.

Meritus University welcomes applicants, of all nationalities, from almost all over the world.

Undergraduate Students

you’re applying for the BBA and BITM programs, you must meet the following admission requirements:

• High school graduation or G.E.D. certificate.
• A minimum equivalent of one (1) year of full-time, post-high school work experience with exposure to organizational systems and management processes is required OR a cumulative minimum High School G.P.A. of 2.0(or foreign equivalent).
• All applicants must currently be employed or have access to a suitable work environment for the completion of course assignments.

Graduate Students

If you’re applying for the MBA program, you must meet the following admission requirements:

• An undergraduate degree or a comparable equivalent from a provincially recognized institution of higher education in Canada, or a foreign institution recognized/accredited by that country’s Ministry or Department of Education.
• A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on the undergraduate degree posted transcript.
• A minimum equivalent of two (2) years of full-time, post high school work experience with exposure to organizational systems and management processes.
• All applicants must currently be employed or have access to a suitable work environment for the completion of course assignments.

Canadian Students

Meritus welcomes applications from residents of New Brunswick, as well as residents from other Canadian provinces and territories. Canadian applicants are required to meet the following minimum requirements and must also meet, if applicable, subject-specific requirements for their chosen program.

• A completed and signed application
• A signed Enrolment/Disclosure agreement
• Demonstration of English proficiency
• Students residing in Canada must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Be a legal resident of Canada
  • Be a landed immigrant
  • Have a valid visa that does not prohibit educational studies

International Students

All academic records from international universities and countries other than Canada are evaluated by the evaluation service provided by Meritus University. Your Enrolment Advisor can assist you through the process.

A certified translation of the transcripts must be provided. A certified transcript is a true and accurate translation of the original document performed by an accomplished translator. All translations should bear the signature and name of the translator and the name and address of the organization to which the translator is affiliated. The translation does not take the place of the transcript. Both documents are needed in order to evaluate, matriculate and complete the verification process. The University will accept translations from:

• Issuing institution - the school itself provides an official translation which is "validated" by the Registrar or other school official, or
• Certified translator from an official translation service or a professional organization which provides certified translations as one of its services. Such a service will employ only certified translators who have successfully passed required examinations and are governed by specific rules/regulations.
• Foreign language professor from a regionally accredited institution.
• Embassy or consulate official.

Non-Native English speakers

If your native language is not English, you must submit official documentation which validates English proficiency before beginning the program. The following are acceptable methods for exhibiting English proficiency:

• A minimum score of 213 on the computer-based exam or a score of 79 on the internet-based test (iBT) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) within two years of application to the University; or
• A minimum passing score of 750 on the Test of English as an International Communication (TOEIC) within two years of application to the University; or
• A minimum passing score of 6.5 on the test of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) within two years of application to the University; or
• A minimum score of 550 on the Berlitz Online English Proficiency Exam within two years of application to the University; or
• Successful completion of the approved ESL series of courses completed at: Canadian College of English Language (CCEL), International Language Schools of Canada (ILSC) or Kaplan.

Business Degree Programs

Meritus University Business Degree programs enable you to prepare for career opportunities both at home and abroad.
Across all forms of enterprise, the skills required to predict, analyze, strategize and act are highly prized by today’s employers. Leadership development, communication and critical thinking are gained through innovative, online classes, case studies, discussion and debate between professionals - among Meritus students who are located throughout the world.

Business Programs:

• Bachelor of Business Administration
• BBA in Communication
• BBA in Finance
• BBA in Global Management
• BBA in Hospitality Management
• BBA in Human Resources Management
• BBA in Integrated Supply Chain Operations Management
• BBA in Management
• BBA in Marketing
• Master of Business Administration
• MBA in Global Management
• MBA in Health Care Management
• MBA in Human Resources Management
• MBA in Technology Management
• MBA in Marketing

Information Technology Degree Programs

Case studies, simulations and team research lead students through the Meritus University Information Technology Management Degree program to think globally as they advance their understanding of both international issues and local challenges. Across all forms of enterprise, the skills required to predict, analyze, strategize and act are highly prized by today’s employers. Our aim is to provide a relevant undergraduate program for future information technology professionals.

Information Technology Programs

• Bachelor of Information Technology Management (BITM)
• BITM with Specialization in Visual Communications

The Meritus Learning Model

Meritus University operates outside a traditional academic calendar. New students can begin at any time. Graduate courses are six consecutive weeks and undergraduate courses are ten consecutive weeks. Graduate students will typically take one intensive course at a time and undergraduate students will typically take two courses at a time. This allows you to focus attention and resources on one or two subjects - a structure that enhances learning and helps you balance ongoing professional and personal responsibilities. The scheduling of courses is designed to enable you to take them back-to-back without breaks, although you may choose to break between courses. This intensive calendar, added to our low student/faculty ratio and smaller class sizes (averaging 10-12 students), allows you to achieve your educational goals in a more time-efficient manner.
Your Graduation Team will help you customize your course schedule to meet your individual needs.

Online Classroom

At Meritus University we’re committed to providing a stimulating, engaging, and challenging curriculum through our online programs. As a student you can expect to participate fully and frequently in class discussions, group efforts, and collaborations with instructors. Research and development are unlimited online and grant you added freedom to explore and innovate.
The online format enables you to connect with other students globally and it gives you the opportunity to achieve without sacrificing. Because there are no boundaries when it comes to learning, at Meritus, you can study at your own time and pace, discover and apply material that really makes a difference in everyday life, and use technology in the best way possible - to excel as an individual.

Online Learning System (OLS)

OLS is a web-based learning environment that offers a convenient medium for faculty-to-student and student-to-student interaction. An easy-to-use, easy-to-access system, OLS enables you to “go to class” to engage in individual and group discussion and lectures, anytime via the Internet. OLS works with most Internet Service Providers.

Through a familiar Windows-like format, navigation is fast and easy. A full set of capabilities allows you to complete 100% of your education and administration online. You can log on, regardless of which internet provider you use, participate in the online classroom, check e-mail, and access a variety of student services. Besides participating in the full range of class meeting and study group activities, you can communicate with instructors, interact with classmates, and conduct your research online.

Our Students

Learning should not be limited by lifestyle or location. Many of our students have careers to pursue. Many have family commitments. Some are in Canada, others spread across the globe. All share a common goal. The desire to get a better education, a better job, a better life is universal.

At Meritus University we believe our students deserve an education that transcends local and global boundaries. This is reflected in the diversity of our students, their backgrounds, lifestyles and professions. Yet they share a common goal of supporting each other in achieving their professional and personal best.

Graduation Teams

At Meritus University we take student services seriously. Your graduation team is committed to your success and dedicated to helping you both during your admissions process and throughout your program. The team consists of:

• Your Financial Advisor:
  Guiding you through the application process, your enrolment advisor will assist you in developing a personalized education plan to fit your educational goals and your lifestyle. They are the best people to answer all your questions, from course fees to an explanation of the online learning environment.
• Your Financial Advisor:
  Throughout your learning, your financial representative is here to answer any financial questions you may have. They will explain the financing options available to you, including grants, scholarships, loans, payment plans and more. They can also help you apply for various programs and services.
• Your Financial Advisor:
  An expert in all University matters such as classes, instructors, attendance and grades, your academic advisor is here to assist you through to graduation. In fact, they will map out your entire degree program, including the exact date of your graduation. After your first class, they will also provide a schedule indicating which classes you need to take and when.

Mission statement

The mission of Meritus University is to foster relevant and innovative learning that meets the needs of a diverse student population, their employers and communities. Adapting programs to an ever-changing world, our educational philosophy facilitates critical thinking, collaboration and leadership by integrating academic theory with best-practice applications. The university is inclusive and provides access to students beyond traditional classroom walls while being respectful of and responsive to diverse learning styles and cultures.
The vision of Meritus University is to positively contribute to the educational, economic, and social well-being of New Brunswick, Canada, and the international community.

Degree Granting Status

Following an in-depth review of its programs by the Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission – a review that required proving programmatic need and market demand -- Meritus University received approval to offer its first three programs from the New Brunswick Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour, thereby establishing its degree-granting status on May 1, 2008. See a list of universities, including Meritus, approved under the Degree Granting Act in New Brunswick on the website of the Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour of New Brunswick: ww.gnb.ca/0105/ps/univ_ccnb-e.asp

In Canada, education is regulated by the Provincial governments. At the post-secondary level, there is no national accrediting or quality-assurance body, nor is there a national ranking system for universities. Provincial governments grant charters to universities and authorize them to operate and grant degrees. The standards that must be met to operate a university and grant degrees are high and consistent across Canada, leading to a uniformly high quality of education at all Canadian universities. Students can be assured that if they study at a Canadian university that has degree-granting status approved by a provincial government, the programs offered meet the normal high standards expected of all universities in Canada.

Meritus University is approved by the Government of New Brunswick to offer university degrees. This should enable students to transfer credits to another institution. However, transferability of credits is always at that institution's discretion and based upon the student's program of choice.

University History

Meritus University has been founded on more than 30 years of academic excellence, opportunity, and accessibility. These themes have become the common thread throughout all of Apollo Group's institutions. Founded by Dr. John Sperling, a Cambridge-educated economist and professor, Apollo Group's institutions are the realization of his vision that academia should be held accountable to students and the organizations who hire them.

While others established academic programs around tradition and tenure, Apollo has built programs in conjunction with the needs of business and industry - effectively translating those needs into clear and transparent learning objectives. While other institutions were only beginning to introduce technology into the classroom, Apollo mandated it - creating its first online learning platform in 1989.

Meritus University embodies these same principles and prides itself on featuring:
One of the world's most robust digital libraries holding 20 million full-text articles A learning model that employs virtual methods and materials as a bridge to more engaged, relevant, and personalized learning Classes purposely kept to fewer than 20 students to encourage active participation, lively discussion, and in-depth learning; and One of the most comprehensive systems for continuous curriculum improvement of any institution in the world.