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Bachelor of Commerce

University of British Columbia
Kelowna , Canada
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Medium of studying
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Duration
4 years
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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Accounting | Finance | Marketing
Area of study
Business and Administration
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Commerce Program

The Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) program at the University of British Columbia Okanagan campus is designed to equip graduates with the skills and confidence needed to become the next generation of responsible business leaders. This comprehensive program explores the complexities of the business world, providing students with a deep understanding of how organizations function, strategize, and expand.


Program Overview

  • Degree: Bachelor
  • Length: 4 years
  • Faculty/School: Faculty of Management

Why Study Bachelor of Commerce at UBC Okanagan?

The Bachelor of Commerce program at UBC Okanagan offers a globally recognized credential, providing graduates with exceptional employment opportunities and earning potential. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of operating in various business settings across diverse sectors, from entrepreneurship and small businesses to large corporations and public organizations.


Degree Options

The program is structured to focus on the fundamentals of business issues, principles, and practices in the first two years. In the second two years, students concentrate on one of several concentrations:


  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • General Business Management
  • Marketing
  • Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources (OBHR)

Additionally, students can pursue minors in:


  • Communications and rhetoric
  • Computer science
  • Cultural studies
  • Data science
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Program Learning Goals and Objectives

The program aims to achieve the following learning objectives:


  • Critical Thinking and Analytical Decision-Making: Students will be skilled in critical thinking and analytical decision-making, able to construct logical and robust arguments and solve business problems by applying analytical and quantitative methods and tools.
  • Integration of Knowledge: Students will be able to integrate knowledge from relevant business disciplines when making decisions, applying experience from different functional areas.
  • Effective Communication: Students will be effective communicators, able to prepare and deliver oral and written presentations in a business context.
  • Ethical and Social Frameworks: Students will be able to articulate and apply various ethical and social frameworks to business decisions and activities, aware of common ethical challenges and tools to reduce unethical behavior.
  • Collaborative Work: Students will be prepared to work collaboratively within and across organizations, able to work effectively in diverse teams.

Sample Courses

The program includes a variety of courses, such as:


  • Year 1: Business Fundamentals, Values, Ethics, and Community, Introduction to Quantitative Decision Making, Management and Organizational Behaviour
  • Year 2: Career Fundamentals, Managing the Employment Relationship, Logistics and Operations Management, Introduction to Management Information Systems, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Introduction to Marketing, Introduction to Finance
  • Year 3: Commercial Law, Environment, Society, and Government, Business Communications II, Indigenous Business
  • Year 4: Capstone Experience, Strategic Management

Careers and Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Commerce program can pursue careers in a variety of fields, including:


  • Project manager
  • Accountant
  • Marketing manager
  • Research coordinator
  • Entrepreneur
  • Corporate or business consultant
  • Business analyst
  • Financial advisor
  • Small business owner
  • Human resource manager
  • Operations manager
  • Purchasing coordinator
  • Business technology manager

Experiential Learning

The program offers opportunities for experiential learning, including studying abroad, conducting meaningful research, or working in the community with UBC colleagues.


Global and Close-Knit

The UBC Okanagan campus provides a close-knit learning community with the benefits of attending a globally ranked university. The campus is located in the dynamic city of Kelowna, offering a unique blend of economic development and natural beauty.


Discover the Okanagan

The Okanagan region offers a diverse natural landscape, from sandy beaches and beautiful lakes to vineyards, orchards, and snow-capped mountains, making it an inspirational place for leisure or outdoor adventure. The city of Kelowna, with a population of over 150,000 people, is a hub of economic development and provides a vibrant setting for students to live and learn.


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