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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording80–86%80 to 86%75–80%75%; co-op 80%80–83%Low 80s80%80% (regular and co-op)
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UMHF4UMCV4UMHF4UMCV4UMDM4UMHF4UENG4UMHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of ENG4U, FRA4U
  • one of MCV4U, MDM4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • 1 additional 4U Math
  • 3 additional 4U/M courses
  • Proficiency in math-based programs is required for consideration for BComm specializations.
  • FRA4U or ENG4U
  • MCV4U
  • MHF4U
  • If you are missing MCV4U, you may take the equivalent course at the University of Ottawa the summer before or during your first term.
  • Alternative Offers
  • +1 more on the program page
  • English, ENG4U
  • And 2 of:
  • Advanced Functions, MHF4U
  • Calculus and Vectors, MCV4U
  • Math of Data Management, MDM4U
  • Concentrations: Accounting, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management
  • English (ENG4U)
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
  • Calculus (MCV4U) or Math for Data Management (MDM4U). Calculus (MCV4U) recommended.
  • 3 best 4U/M courses
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyMarks onlyYes
  • Unless otherwise noted, required courses must be completed with a minimum average of 70%.
  • Required: A mandatory supplementary application form, due by March 1, 2026.
  • A valid Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certification is required before flight training can begin.
Usually closes before January 15
Marks only
Co-opAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailable
DegreeBachelor of Commerce, BCom, Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op), BCom (Co-op), Bachelor of Commerce, BComm
First-year intakewhere published40
What you studyBusiness StudiesManagement StudiesOthers in Business & Administrative StudiesBusiness StudiesInformation SystemsManagement StudiesOthers in Business & Administrative StudiesAerospace EngineeringBusiness StudiesManagement StudiesOthers in Business & Administrative StudiesAccountingBusiness StudiesEntrepreneurshipFinance
What it isYou study how businesses promote and sell products, and how marketing fits into company strategy and operations. This co-op option means you alternate between classroom semesters and paid work terms at real companies, so you build practical marketing experience while earning. It suits people who want hands-on business training alongside theory and prefer learning in a workplace setting.You study how businesses use technology and data to operate and make decisions. This program combines commerce fundamentals with information systems, so you focus on how companies manage software, networks, and digital tools rather than just general business. It suits people who want a business career but prefer working with technology and solving technical problems within an organization.You study the business side of running airlines and aviation companies, combining management training with technical knowledge of how aircraft and flight operations work. Unlike a general business degree, this program includes aerospace engineering content so you understand the operational reality of what you're managing. It suits people who want careers in airline management, airport operations, or aviation administration and are comfortable with both business coursework and technical material.Commerce is a broad business degree where you study accounting, finance, marketing, management, and related topics. You choose a concentration like accounting or finance to specialize, rather than studying one narrow area. It suits people interested in business fundamentals and real-world work experience, since the program includes optional co-op placements that let you alternate between classes and paid jobs in your field.
The door tomajors you reach through itmarketingApplied to directlyApplied to directlycommerce/businessfinancemarketing
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average12 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 75%See them22 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 75%See them6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 85%See them16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them
SourceUniversity of Guelph on OUInfoUniversity of Ottawa on OUInfoWestern University on OUInfoCarleton University on OUInfo

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