Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Bachelor of Commerce (BComm)

Entrepreneurs ask questions such as: Is there a market need for this service? How should I acquire and retain customers? Does staffing fit the current state of my business?

Entrepreneurship and innovation focuses on the start up and operation of high potential businesses. The key to any successful venture is being prepared, doing your research, and building your knowledge and connections related to your business venture. You'll complete formal presentations, group projects and various case studies during your degree.

Career opportunities

As a graduate of the Bachelor of Commerce degree with a concentration in entrepreneurship and innovation, you'll be prepared for global career opportunities in the areas of management, consulting, business development, and more. A degree in commerce can also be used as a stepping-stone to graduate studies or another professional degree such as law, medicine, veterinary medicine, or education.

Program highlights

Collaborative teamwork - Interact with your peers while learning to collaborate on projects.
Co-operative work placement - Gain valuable full-time paid work experience that alternates with your academic studies.
Study abroad opportunities - Cultural and academic experiences at destinations around the world.
Mentorship opportunities - A formal or informal relationship where you connect with, and learn from, an established professional.

Courses in this program

Entrepreneurial Thinking, Introduction to Business Analytics, Introduction to Business Skills, Principles of Macroeconomics, Principles of Microeconomics

Detailed course information

As an entrepreneurship and innovation student at the Haskayne School of Business, I was exposed to the full range of business disciplines which gave me a solid foundation in business operations. The experience I received leading the Solar Car project was invaluable for helping me understand the collaboration between different fields of expertise. Working in this cross-disciplinary environment gave me the skills to really succeed in building my current IT business. I now have the confidence to sell our services to a range of industries, and deliver on our promises in a successful manner.

Adam B

BComm'07

Admission requirements

I am currently a(n):

High school student or graduate
University transfer student
Adult/mature student
After degree student

My education systems is:

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