Business Management - BComm (Hons)
Full-time formats:
• 4 Year
• Direct Entry to Third Year
• Direct Entry to Third Year Co-op
• 5-Year Co-op
Part-time formats:
• First-Year Entry
• Direct Entry to Third Year
Requirements:
Grades-Only
Grade range:
High 70s
Faculty:
Ted Rogers School of Management
Experiential learning:
Co-op available1
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Is this degree for you?
Study in the heart of Canada’s business district with faculty committed to groundbreaking teaching strategies that combine theory and practice. You’ll start with a common first year of business studies and, at the end of the year, select from 8 innovative business majors to pursue the specialization that aligns with your interests.
Experiential learning opportunities: Co-op available1
In the Business Management degree program, you’ll gain experience and put your skills to work in professional environments with access to industry experts an optional co-op program, case competitions and networking events.
Accreditation:
- Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
The following is a preview of first-year courses based on the available current academic undergraduate calendar for this program.
Specialized majors
In today's highly technical and computerized world, acquiring timely and accurate business and economic data is essential for successful management decision-making. In this major you'll become well-versed in economic analysis and quantitative skills, which are in high-demand in today’s fast-paced global economy.
Career possibilities:
- Data scientist
- Economist
- Investment analyst
- Policy advisor
- Research analyst
Employer possibilities:
- Bank of Canada
- CPP Investments
- Statistics Canada
Further education:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Management (MScM)
One of Canada’s leading Entrepreneurship programs with a large dedicated faculty and offering more undergraduate entrepreneurship courses than any other English language university in Canada. Prepare to start your own business, learn how to be entrepreneurial within existing organizations or help start-up ventures succeed.
Career possibilities:
- Business consultant
- Entrepreneur
- Financial analyst
- Industry analyst
- Investor
Employer possibilities:
- Boston Consulting Group
- OpenAI
- Toyota
Further education:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Management (MScM)
All businesses in today's marketplace, whether they recognize it or not, are affected by events taking place globally. In this major you'll acquire the managerial skills and cultural understanding required to function effectively in the new global business environment.
Career possibilities:
- Account representative
- Business analyst
- Export coordinator
- Financial analyst
- Operations analyst
Employer possibilities:
- Amazon
- Canada Post
- Honda
Further education:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Management (MScM)
Explore innovations and technologies in health services management, policy, ethics, law and informatics as you prepare for an exciting career in health care.
Career possibilities:
- Clinical informatics specialist
- Decision support analyst
- Health informatics analyst
- Healthcare manager
- Quality improvement manager
Employer possibilities:
- Health Canada
- Lakeridge Health
- Sinai Health System
Further education:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Management (MScM)
Learn to manage a diverse workforce, recruit employees strategically, retain good personnel and train and develop your employees while fostering a fair, diverse and ethical work environment.
Concentrations:
- Industrial Relations
- Organizational Behaviour
Career possibilities:
- Compensation and benefits manager
- Employee relations manager
- HR analyst
- Learning and development lead
- Talent management advisor
Employer possibilities:
- Bombardier
- Health Canada
- Toronto Hydro
Further education:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Management (MScM)
The Law and Business major offers you the strongest integration of law and business among all Bachelor of Commerce programs in Canada. Gain a solid understanding of the many key legal issues in the corporate world, including contract negotiations, human resources, policy development and property transactions.
Career possibilities:
- Compliance officer
- Corporate communications coordinator
- Internal audit coordinator
- Investor relations associate
- Sustainability analyst
Employer possibilities:
- CIBC
- Ontario Public Service
- Scotiabank
Further education:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Management (MScM)
This is an exciting time to work in the field of marketing with all of the innovative new ways to engage with consumers. Learn how to interpret and respond to customer needs better than the competition by analyzing consumer trends, competitive activity and other factors.
Career possibilities:
- Brand manager
- Business development coordinator
- Public relations associate
- Social media coordinator
- Sports marketer
Employer possibilities:
- Canadian Tire
- Kimberly-Clark Corporation
- Loblaw
Further education:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Management (MScM)
Real estate propels the local and national economy. Learn the skills that will allow you to flourish in the housing and commercial property arenas, such as real estate finance, property development, economics, sustainability and real estate law.
Career possibilities:
- Appraiser
- Commercial/residential real estate agent
- Mortgage officer
- Private equity analyst
- Research analyst
Employer possibilities:
- Altus Group
- Minto
- RioCan
Further education:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Management (MScM)
Business student spearheads Indigenous economic resurgence projects
As part of his course work, Cody, a Business Management student contributed to a resource to help integrate Indigenous perspectives into the curriculum and promote Indigenous business and new venture creation.
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To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
- Completion of the following required Grade 12 U courses (minimum grade of 70% in each):
- English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
- Mathematics (one of Calculus and Vectors [MCV4U], Advanced Functions [MHF4U] or Mathematics of Data Management [MDM4U])
- MCV4U is the preferred mathematics course
An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
All applicants to the program must have the following qualifications: A and C, or B and C.
- A. OSSD with 6 Grade 12 U/M courses, including Grade 12 U courses in: English and Mathematics (one of Grade 12 U Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U) or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U).
OR
- B. Ability to meet TMU's mature student guidelines.
AND
- C. Completion of at least one certificate program from the Business Management area taken through The Chang School of Continuing Education, or 7 individual courses from the Bachelor of Commerce (Business Management) program taken through The Chang School of Continuing Education, or equivalent qualifications from other post-secondary institutions. The cumulative grade point average required for admission each year is determined on the basis of competition. Candidates are encouraged to present cumulative grade point averages of 2.67 (B-) or higher to maximize their chances for admission consideration on a competitive basis.
Notes:
- ENG4U/EAE4U is the preferred English.
- Grade 12 U Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) is the preferred Mathematics course.
- The grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the 70 percent range or higher) will be determined subject to competition.
- Subject to competition, candidates will be required to present averages/grades above the minimum.
Students interested in pursuing an Entrepreneurship and Innovation major should know that the majority of courses required for the major will not be available in the evening (at this time). Students wanting to pursue this major will have to take the majority of the required courses during the day.
Please note:
- Part-time Business Management degree students may take up to a total of 3 courses per semester. Students who want to take more than 3 courses per semester must apply to the full-time program.
- At this time, the co-op option is not available to part-time students
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page.
- A TMU-approved 3-year Advanced Diploma in Business Administration from a public Ontario College is required for admission consideration
- The cumulative grade point average required for admission each year is determined on the basis of competition. Candidates are encouraged to present a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher to maximize their chances for admission consideration
- Applicants will be considered for admission to year 3, and will also be required to complete up to 6 courses from year 2 or provide evidence that equivalent courses have been taken
The following majors are available for Direct Entry admission:
- Economics and Management Science major
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation major
- Global Management major (co-op available)
- Human Resources Management major (co-op available)
- Law and Business major (co-op available)
- Marketing Management major (co-op available)
- Real Estate Management major (co-op available)
Students interested in pursuing an Entrepreneurship and Innovation or Real Estate Management major should know that the majority of courses required for the major will not be available in the evening (at this time). Students wanting to pursue these majors will have to take the majority of the required courses during the day.
Please note:
- Part-time Business Management degree students may take up to a total of 3 courses per semester. Students who want to take more than 3 courses per semester must apply to the full-time program
- At this time, the co-op option is not available to part-time Direct Entry students
Tuition and fees range 2025-2026
For detailed fees info, visit tuition and fees by program and costs to expect.
Full-time format:
Ontario: $11,682 - $11,738
Out-of-province: $12,526 - $12,582
International: $42,316 - $42,372
Part-time format:
(One to 8 or more courses)
Ontario: $1,443 - $8,894
Out-of-province: $1,528 - $9,569
International: $4,428 - $32,768
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“Through Bootcamps, I acquired technical skills like Excel and Figma and, importantly, developed confidence in advocating for accessibility accommodations. This preparation equipped me to kickstart my career successfully."
- Melissa Loi, Business Management, Class of 2025
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