Program Overview

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UBC Sauder School of Business Programs

The UBC Sauder School of Business offers a wide range of programs for students and professionals. These programs are designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to succeed in their chosen careers.

Undergraduate Programs

• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree

Master's Degrees

• Full-Time Master of Business Administration
• Professional Master of Business Administration
• International Master of Business Administration
• Master of Management
• Master of Business Analytics

Dual Degrees

• Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree
• UBC Sauder-HKU Dual Degree
• Master of Business Administration + Master of Business Analytics Degree
• Juris Doctor + Master of Business Administration
• UBC Sauder - Yale School of Management

MSc

• Master of Science in Business Administration

PhD

• PhD in Business Administration

Diplomas

• Diploma in Accounting Program
• Diploma in Marketing & Sales Management

Professional Growth

• Individual Courses
• Certificates

Real Estate Division

• Credit Programs
• Licensing and Registration Courses

Indigenous Business Education

• Ch’nook Management Program
• Ch'nook Accelerated Business Program
• Ch'nook Scholars Program
• MNBC Business Management Program

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the UBC Sauder School of Business programs, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Academic Achievement

A 4-year Bachelor degree with a minimum average of C+ or higher in the last 2 years of study or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution is required. For a competitive edge, an overall average of B+ or higher is recommended.

English Language Proficiency (ELP)

Applicants must be able to speak, comprehend, and write fluently in English. One of the following is required:

1. An undergraduate degree or graduate degree from a recognized university in which English was the official language of instruction.
2. An English language proficiency test, either TOEFL iBT or IELTS Academic.

Exemption Criteria

Course(s) must be completed at a recognized Canadian or American university or college within 10 years of the program start date. A minimum grade of C+ achieved; a higher grade may be required for courses taken at some universities, colleges, and/or poly-technic institutions. Course curriculum must demonstrate comparable breadth and depth to the UBC DAP course.

Exemption Policies

Exemption requests must be submitted at the time of application. Applicants seeking exemptions are strongly recommended to submit their application and exemption request prior to the application deadline for their selected start date. All decisions regarding course exemptions are final and are not eligible for appeal.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the UBC Sauder School of Business programs are as follows: | Start dates | Application due | | --- | --- | | Jan 5, 2026 | Nov 1, 2025 (International students), Nov 30, 2025 (Domestic students) | | Sept 8, 2026 | July 1, 2026 (All students) |

Program Details

The UBC Sauder School of Business offers a variety of programs, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, diplomas, and professional growth opportunities. The programs are designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to succeed in their chosen careers.

Diploma in Accounting Program

The Diploma in Accounting Program is designed for individuals who have earned a 4-year undergraduate degree and are interested in pursuing the CPA designation or careers that require foundational accounting knowledge and skills.

Curriculum

The program curriculum includes courses such as:

• BUSI 291 - Application of Statistics in Business
• BUSI 293 - Introductory Financial Accounting
• BUSI 294 - Introductory Management Accounting
• BUSI 295 - Business Economics
• BUSI 335 - Information Systems
• BUSI 370 - Business Finance
• BUSI 393 - Introduction to Business Law

Eligible Course Exemptions

Applicants may be eligible for exemptions if they have completed courses of equivalent content and rigour in any of the foundation courses at a Canadian or American university or college.

Exemption Criteria

Course(s) must be completed at a recognized Canadian or American university or college within 10 years of the program start date. A minimum grade of C+ achieved; a higher grade may be required for courses taken at some universities, colleges, and/or poly-technic institutions. Course curriculum must demonstrate comparable breadth and depth to the UBC DAP course.

Exemption Policies

Exemption requests must be submitted at the time of application. Applicants seeking exemptions are strongly recommended to submit their application and exemption request prior to the application deadline for their selected start date. All decisions regarding course exemptions are final and are not eligible for appeal.

Research Areas

The UBC Sauder School of Business has a strong research focus, with faculty members conducting research in a variety of areas, including:

• Accounting & Information Systems
• Finance
• Marketing & Behavioural Science
• Operations & Logistics
• Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources
• Strategy & Business Economics

Divisions

The UBC Sauder School of Business has several divisions, including:

• Accounting & Information Systems
• Finance
• Marketing & Behavioural Science
• Operations & Logistics
• Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources
• Strategy & Business Economics

Groups

The UBC Sauder School of Business has several groups, including:

• Decision Insights for Business & Society
• Entrepreneurship, Sustainability & Innovation
• Law, Communications & General Business

Research

The UBC Sauder School of Business has a strong research focus, with faculty members conducting research in a variety of areas. The school also has several research centers and initiatives, including:

• Insights at UBC Sauder
• Research & Outreach Centres
• Awards and Recognition
• David Lam Library

Our People

The UBC Sauder School of Business has a diverse and talented community of faculty, staff, and students. The school is committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and has several initiatives in place to support this goal.

Faculty Directory

The UBC Sauder School of Business has a faculty directory that lists all faculty members, including their research interests and contact information.

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