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McMaster

Business I

OUAC MB

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Carleton

International Business

OUAC CBB

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording83–90%Mid- to high-80s80%80–86%80 to 86%
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UMCV4UMHF4UENG4UMHF4UENG4UMHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of MCV4U, MDM4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • English 4U
  • Advanced Functions 4U
  • Calculus & Vectors 4U
  • English (ENG4U)
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
  • Calculus (MCV4U) or Math for Data Management (MDM4U). Calculus (MCV4U) recommended.
  • 3 best 4U/M courses
  • ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • 1 additional 4U Math
  • 3 additional 4U/M courses
  • Proficiency in math-based programs is required for consideration for BComm specializations.
  • +2 more on the program page
More than marks?supplementary applicationYes
  • OUAC Application Deadline: April 1, 2027
  • *Some programs may stay open beyond this deadline, depending on capacity. It is recommended to apply as soon as possible.
  • An optional supplementary application form is available for applicants who feel that their admission average might be close to or below the quoted range.
Usually closes before January 15
Marks onlyMarks only
Co-opAvailableNoNo
DegreeBachelor of Commerce, BCom, Bachelor of Commerce, BComm
First-year intakewhere published800
What you studyAccountingBusiness StudiesFinanceHuman Resource ManagementAccountingBusiness StudiesInformation SystemsInternational DevelopmentAccountingBusiness StudiesEconomicsFinance
What it isA Bachelor of Commerce is a four-year business degree where you study accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, and management. McMaster's program includes a mandatory co-op work term, so you alternate between classroom learning and paid work experience at real companies. This program suits people who want broad business knowledge and practical work experience before entering the job market.International Business is a business degree that prepares you to work across borders and cultures, combining core business subjects like accounting, management, and marketing with a focus on global economics and international development. Unlike a general business program, it emphasizes the particular skills and knowledge needed for companies operating in multiple countries. It suits students interested in trade, global markets, or managing international teams, and who are comfortable with both quantitative and social science coursework.A Bachelor of Commerce is a four-year degree where you study business topics like accounting, finance, marketing, and management. In your first year, you take a mix of foundational courses across all these areas before choosing a specialization in second year. It suits students interested in how organizations work and make decisions, who want flexibility to explore different business fields before committing to one.
The door tomajors you reach through itaccountingcommerce/businessfinancemarketingApplied to directlycommerce/business
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them12 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 75%See them
SourceMcMaster University on OUInfoCarleton University on OUInfoUniversity of Guelph on OUInfo

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