The Bachelor of Commerce (BComm)

Study in a diverse and engaging learning environment that provides you with the tools, skills, support, and perspective to define your own journey. You get to choose your own path and can pursue one or more majors, minors, and other experiential learning opportunities while establishing a core foundation in business fundamentals.

During your first two years at Saint Mary's, we have a recommended set of courses that will give you a strong foundation in a wide range of business concepts. There's also room to choose interesting courses from other faculties. In years three and four, you will have a range of options that will let you customize your degree in ways that appeal to your interests and ambitions. At that point:

• You can choose from the largest number of majors in the region.
• You can take a double major.
• You can choose to do a co-op term or not. Unlike some programs, there is no requirement to do a co-op.

The redesigned BComm offers new courses in sustainability, entrepreneurship and operations management as well as exceptional foundational business courses. Our contemporary curriculum delivers a strong foundation in business fundamentals, inclusive worldview, sustainability and social responsibility practices.  

Our BComm program provides you with a diverse, active and engaging learning environment. You’ll be equipped with the tools, skills, support, and perspective to define your own journey. Your studies will focus on the future of global, sustainable business – without forgetting the fundamentals of business analytics and technology. 

Learn more about how our program has been renewed.

Founded in 1802, Saint Mary’s is one of the oldest, most established universities in Canada. The commerce program, the cornerstone of the Sobey School of Business, has existed since 1934 and has been the choice of generations of Canadian business leaders.

Today, our business school is internationally recognized with AACSB International and EQUIS accreditations. This means our programs have passed rigorous standards of quality and have been found to be among the best in the world. It is the only Business school in the region with both accreditations.

The Bachelor of Commerce Academic Success and Advising Centre is here to help every step of the way.
From admission through to graduation, students get access to:

• Academic Advisors, who help you plan your degree, explore your options, connect you to services on campus and learning opportunities
• Resources and support specifically designed for business students to help you build on and improve your academic confidence and skills
• Peer coaching and paid student leadership positions
• Plus, the Counselling Centre, Career & Experiential Learning, Global Learning services and more

The Sobey’s Inspiration Hub is a remarkable new space for discovery, collaboration and innovation. The space features new classrooms, the university art gallery, research centres, retail labs, maker spaces, project studios and dedicated rooms for student societies.

It is also the new home of two incredible centres of business programming and research: the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre and the David Sobey Retailing Centre.

An informal and engaging open gathering space features an expanded campus store, coffee shop and eateries with space to host a large celebration for up to 100 people.

The Sobey School of Business strikes a perfect balance between being large enough to be nationally relevant and impactful while still being able to offer you a welcoming and personal experience.

Located in downtown Halifax, the largest city in the region and one of Canada’s fastest growing, Saint Mary’s students have networking and career opportunities often not available in smaller communities.

Developing a hands-on learning experience is a part of what we offer to enhance your education further. You have the option to explore a variety of experiential learning opportunities:   

• Case competitions 
• Managing the IMPACT investment fund
• Enactus program 
• Venture grade  
• Commerce society  

Add hands-on, professional experience to your resume though our co-operative education program. You are encouraged to complete three paid work terms in challenging professional workplaces across Atlantic Canada. Options are available for some national and international placements.

Cooperative education allows you to explore potential career paths, gain real work experience and impress future employers while building a network of contacts in your chosen field.

For more information, visit Saint Mary’s Co-op Education website.

Note: Our program recognizes that, for various reasons, co-op programs are not appropriate for all students. Unlike many schools, a co-op placement is not a degree requirement.

Expand your horizons and gain new perspectives by immersing yourself in a new culture. Opportunities are available for you to study abroad. Bachelor of Commerce students can take part in our global learning initiatives.  
 

Graduates of the Bachelor of Commerce program are highly sought after for their skills and knowledge. We pride ourselves on our supportive alumni family and a network of employers that stretches from around the corner to around the globe.

Whether you dream of a career in corporate finance or starting your own social enterprise, our team will help you forge your own path to success.

Learn more about launching your career.