Commerce Mount Allison University

Overview

The Commerce programme at Mount Allison University offers a comprehensive foundation in the essential disciplines of the modern business world. Students engage with a curriculum designed to foster critical thinking and professional expertise within a supportive academic environment.

This degree is highly flexible, reflecting the diverse nature of the global business society that graduates will enter. Whether pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce or a Bachelor of Arts major, students develop the analytical skills necessary to navigate complex corporate landscapes and entrepreneurial ventures.

The learning experience is defined by small class sizes and significant one-on-one time with expert professors.

Why Commerce at Mount Allison University?

Mount Allison University is consistently recognised by Maclean's as a top undergraduate institution in Canada, ensuring a prestigious reputation for its graduates. The Ron Joyce Centre for Business Studies serves as a premier destination for management education, focusing on experiential learning and professional growth.

The institution maintains powerful links to the business world, providing students with access to paid internships and alumni career mentorships. Distinctive teaching features include case competitions, international exchanges, and field trips to major business hubs like Toronto to observe industry operations firsthand.

Facilities at the university support a range of hands-on opportunities, from student-led clubs and conferences to projects with community organisations. This integration of theory and practice ensures that students are well-prepared for the demands of the competitive global marketplace.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 21800 per year
• National fee: CAD 10800 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is built on a strong liberal arts foundation, allowing students to view business challenges through multiple perspectives. Modules may include:

• Financial Accounting
• Organizational Behaviour
• Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation
• Arts and Culture Management
• Sports Marketing
• Venture Capital and Finance of Innovation
• Business of Aviation
• Marketing
• Finance
• Management
• Accounting

Students in the Bachelor of Commerce stream also complete a minor in a non-business discipline to broaden their global perspective. Advanced coursework often involves developing functioning business plans, obtaining funding, and engaging in cross-cultural marketing projects with international partner universities.

Careers with Commerce

Graduates from Mount Allison University are highly sought after by employers due to their refined problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Many alumni choose to pursue professional designations such as Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or continue their studies in MBA programmes.

The programme prepares students for a vast array of roles across diverse industries, including banking, advertising, and international development. Graduates often find success in both the private and public sectors, applying their skills to enhance organisational efficiency and innovation.

Potential career paths include:

• Bank Manager
• Investment Banker
• Marketing Research Analyst
• Entrepreneur
• Human Resources Specialist
• Supply Chain Analyst
• Project Manager
• Financial Accountant
• Business Development Officer
• Brand Manager