Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Management Strategy stream is designed to give students a broad exposure to all functional areas of Management, as well as a solid grounding in Strategic Management, while providing a variety of elective courses to appeal to students interested in any one of the three sectors. It covers the direction and coordination of the private sector, public sector, or non-profit sector organizations.

Complementary Programs

• New Venture, Innovation and Fin Tech co-curricular programs.

Careers for Graduates

• Management Consultant
• Corporate Strategist
• Finance Manager
• Business Development Analyst
• Strategic Partner

Further Education

• Master of Business Administration
• Strategic Management
• Project Management
• International Business

Program Pathway

Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4

Year 1

• Choose Your Courses Wisely:
  • 1.5 credits as follows: MGMA01H3, MGHA12H3, MGTA38H3.
  • 0.5 credit as follows: MATA34H3 or [[MATA29H3 or MATA30H3 or MATA31H3] and [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3 or MATA37H3]]
  • 1.0 credit as follows: MGAB01H3, MGAB02H3.
  • 1.0 credit as follows: MGEA02H3, MGEA06H3.
• Develop Your Academic & Research Skills:
  • Visit The BRIDGE online or in person to learn about and develop your research skills in preparation for academic work.
  • Join the Management First Year Learning and Integration Program (F.L.I.P.).
  • Use the Peer Tutor Program for help.
• Apply Theory to Practice:
  • Start building your Co-Curricular Record (CCR) and search for Experiential Learning opportunities.
  • Check out all Management Clubs.
  • Attend business competitions, information seminars, networking events and other events.
• Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally):
  • Join the Department of Management Volunteer Program and Street Team to build experience and to get involved.
  • Attend the Management & Economics Student Association’s (MESA) activities and events.
  • Explore opportunities to get involved in community-building activities through The BRIDGE.
• Plan for Your Future Career:
  • Volunteer with organizations to explore your interest in industries related to your program of study; check listings on CLNx (>Jobs & Recruitment).
  • Connect with a Career Strategist in the AA&CC.

Year 2

• Choose Your Courses Wisely:
  • 0.5 credits from: MGMB01H3.
  • 1.5 credits as follows: MGAB03H3, MGFB10H3, MGHB02H3.
  • 2.0 credits as follows: MGEB02H3, MGEB06H3, MGEB11H3, MGEB12H3.
  • At least 0.5 credit in Strategic Management chosen from a list of selected courses (check UTSC Calendar).
• Develop Your Academic & Research Skills:
  • Consider applying to become an RA (Research Assistant) with the Management Department.
  • Familiarize yourself with all the research tools and data resources The BRIDGE has to offer.
• Apply Theory to Practice:
  • Apply to be an Associate with one of our Management Clubs.
  • Check out the Management Weekly Newsletter for employer engagement opportunities.
  • Consider taking courses through the Explore Program to learn French or take a Summer Abroad; funding is available. Visit the International Student Centre (ISC) for details.
• Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally):
  • Share ideas about critical issues with students in Colombia, South Africa, France, USA, and Canada through Global Commons.
  • Join one of DSL’s Community Action Projects.
  • Complete ISC’s Global Citizenship Certificate to prepare for working and succeeding in a culturally diverse world.
• Plan for Your Future Career:
  • Interested in an entrepreneurial career? Join The BRIDGE’s New Venture Program.
  • Considering grad school? Speak to professors and program advisors early so that you know what to keep in mind.
  • Explore careers through the AA&CC’s Job Shadowing and In The Field programs.

Year 3

• Choose Your Courses Wisely:
  • 2.0 credits from: MGOC10H3, MGFC10H3, MGHC02H3, MGOC20H3.
  • 1.0 credit from: MGSC01H3, [MGSC03H3 or MGSC05H3].
  • At least 0.5 credit from selected list (please see Requirement #6 in Calendar).
  • Meet with your Program Advisor and use Degree Explorer to ensure you are on track with your degree.
• Develop Your Academic & Research Skills:
  • Schedule an appointment with your Liaison Librarian for in-depth research assistance with your assignments.
  • Develop research skills by entering to win the UTSC Library Undergraduate Research Prize or Poster Forum.
• Apply Theory to Practice:
  • Apply for an executive position with The Marketing Group (TMG), MESA, or another club.
  • Apply for the Student Exchange Program through the ISC and take entrepreneurship-focused courses that have a work experience with a start-up in Asia’s hottest innovation ecosystem.
• Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally):
  • Volunteer to be a Management Peer Tutor or First Year Learning and Integration Program (F.L.I.P.) Mentor.
  • Attend the UTSC Get Experience Fair to learn about both local and international volunteer, work and travel opportunities to enhance your competencies and skills.
• Plan for Your Future Career:
  • Check CLNx for Networking events and Employer Information sessions to attend.
  • Attend the UTSC Graduate & Professional School Fair in September.
  • Develop professional skills by participating in case competitions.
  • Talk to your Student Experience Coordinator to learn about your options.

Year 4

• Choose Your Courses Wisely:
  • 0.5 credit as follows: MGSD01H3.
  • At least 0.5 credit in D-level Management or Economics courses.
  • Meet with your Program Advisor and use Degree Explorer to ensure you are on track with your degree.
• Develop Your Academic & Research Skills:
  • Schedule an appointment with your Liaison Librarian for in-depth research assistance with your assignments, as well as for help submitting your C- and D-level papers to the UTSC Library Undergraduate Research Prize.
• Apply Theory to Practice:
  • Apply for the Summer Research Exchange Program to research at an international partner university; earn credit and receive funding! Visit the ISC for details.
  • Attend the Summer & Full-time Job Fair in January to meet with potential employers looking to hire students for relevant summer and full-time positions.
• Become an Engaged Citizen (Locally & Globally):
  • Participate in the AA&CC’s Partners in Leadership program to learn and network with an alumni mentor about transitioning to work or further education.
  • Consider joining a relevant professional association; volunteer for their events and get to know people in your industry of interest.
  • Join the UTSC Management Group on 10,000 Coffees.
• Plan for Your Future Career:
  • Discuss your grad school plans with your professors and AA&CC staff.
  • Get your Personal Statement reviewed in the AA&CC.
  • Attend the AA&CC’s Get Hired job search conference in April/May.
  • Attend the Jobs for Grads orientation for a job search “crash course”; find job opportunities on CLNx.

Glossary

• AACC - Academic Advising and Career Centre
• CCR - Co-Curricular Record
• CLNx - Career Co-Curricular Learning Network
• CTL - Centre for Teaching and Learning
• DSL - Department of Student Life
• F.L.I.P. - First Year Learning and Integration Program
• ISC - International Student Centre
• MESA - Management and Economics Student Association
• SCSU - Scarborough Campus Students Union

Departmental Contact

Location: Instructional Centre

Liaison Librarian, The BRIDGE

Location: IC383

Academic Advising & Career Centre

Location: IA5165

Department of Student Life

Location: SL157

Management & Economics Students' Association

Did You Know?

All BBA students participate in at least one Work Integrated Learning opportunity prior to graduation.