Program Overview

The Microprogram Research

The Microprogram Research allows students to develop strong research skills in the management field of their interest, enabling them to work closely with professors while acquiring the tools to continue their studies at the graduate level. This microprogram is available to Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) students only.

Courses

The Microprogram Research consists of three courses (9 units): one compulsory course focusing on methodology techniques in research, and two optional courses that allow students to apply their learning from the research methodology course.

Required Courses

• Course: ADM 3311 Business Research Methods
  • Terms Offered: Winter
  • Prerequisites: All ADM core courses at the 1000 and 2000 levels (two exceptions are tolerated)

Optional Courses

Choose 6 units of courses from the list below:

• Course: ADM 3996 Self-led Experiential Learning Development in Management I
  • Terms Offered: Fall/Winter
  • Prerequisites: 45 units of university courses
• Course: ADM 3997 Self-led Experiential Learning Development in Management II
  • Terms Offered: Fall/Winter
  • Prerequisites: 45 units of university courses
• Course: ADM 3998 Applied Research in Management I
  • Terms Offered: Summer/Fall/Winter
  • Prerequisites: All ADM core courses from second year
• Course: ADM 3999 Applied Research in Management II
  • Terms Offered: Summer/Fall/Winter
  • Prerequisites: All ADM core courses from second year
• Course: ADM 4998 Directed Readings in Management I
  • Terms Offered: Summer/Fall/Winter
  • Prerequisites: Open only to fourth-year students whose CGPA is 7.0 or over, and subject to the consent of the professor and the Student Services Centre
• Course: ADM 4999 Directed Readings in Management II
  • Terms Offered: Summer/Fall/Winter
  • Prerequisites: Open only to fourth-year students whose CGPA is 7.0 or over, and subject to the consent of the professor and the Student Services Centre

BCom Program Structure

Complete the Microprogram Research with the following structure:

• Common core: 21 courses, 63 units
• BCom option: 6 courses, 18 units
• Microprogram: varying courses, 9 units
• Out-of-faculty elective: 5 courses, 15 units
• Free elective: 5 courses, 15 units

Students will use their three (3) ADM elective courses to complete the courses in the microprogram.

Admission

To be admitted to the Microprogram Research, BCom students need to request a program change from the Telfer Undergraduate Office to add the Microprogram Research to their degree. It is recommended to request this change during the first or second year of studies. Program request changes can be made each year between March 1 and June 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

General

• Is the Microprogram Research offered in French and English?: Yes, the microprogram is available in both languages.
• If I am an international student, can I complete the Microprogram Research as a non-degree student?: No, international students are not eligible to complete the microprogram as non-degree students.
• Can I complete the Microprogram Research if I am enrolled in another faculty at the University of Ottawa?: No, the microprogram is only available to undergraduate Telfer students.

BCom Students

• Will the Microprogram Research appear on my diploma when I graduate?: The microprogram will appear on your transcript but will not be printed on your diploma.
• Can I take part in an international exchange if I enrol in the Microprogram Research?: Yes, BCom students can take part in an international exchange while enrolled in this microprogram.
• Can I study in the French Immersion Stream if I enrol in the Microprogram Research?: Yes, BCom students can participate in the French Immersion Stream while enrolled in this microprogram.
• Can I take part in the CO-OP program if I enrol in the Microprogram Research?: Yes, BCom students can take part in the CO-OP program while enrolled in this microprogram.
• Does adding the Microprogram Research extend the course requirements of my BCom degree?: No, enrolling in this microprogram will not add courses to your BCom degree.
• Can I complete two business options in combination with the Microprogram Research?: No, students enrolled in two business options cannot add the microprogram to their program.
• Can I complete one business option and an out-of-faculty minor in combination with the Microprogram Research?: No, students enrolled in one business option and an out-of-faculty minor cannot add the microprogram to their program.
• Can I complete the Specialization in Accounting along with the Microprogram Research?: Yes, students who are in the Accounting specialization can add this microprogram to their BCom degree.