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FAQs: Program features

What will first year look like?

As of Fall 2027, the B.Comm. and B.Comm.(Co-op.) programs will have a common first year called Year One Commerce, which students must declare by contacting the Office of the Registrar at reghelp@mun.ca. Year One Commerce courses include:

  • BUSI 1000: Introduction to Business in Society
  • 3 credit hours selected from one of BUSI 2111, BUSI 2205, or BUSI 2600
  • ECON 1010: Introduction to Microeconomics I
  • ECON 1020: Introduction to Macroeconomics
  • MATH 1090: Algebra and Trigonometry or MATH 1000: Calculus I or MATH 1005: Calculus for Business
  • 6 credit hours in English, 3 credit hours of which may be replaced by any critical reading and writing (CRW) course at 91传媒
  • 9 credit hours in non-business electives

Students admitted to the former Business One in Fall 2026 will complete the 10 Business One courses in effect at the time of their admission:

  • BUSI 1000: Introduction to Business in Society
  • ECON 1010: Introduction to Microeconomics I
  • ECON 1020: Introduction to Macroeconomics
  • MATH 1000: Calculus I or MATH 1005 Calculus for Business
  • 6 credit hours in English, 3 credit hours of which may be replaced by any critical reading and writing (CRW) course at 91传媒
  • 12 credit hours in non-business electives

Both programs have common core courses and the same academic standard for continuance/promotion requirements. Students must apply for admission into the B.Comm.(Co-op.) after completing Year One Commerce with a minimum average of 65 per cent on the required courses and a minimum average of 60% on the last 30 credit hours completed. Students choosing to continue in the Bachelor of Commerce program are not required to submit any additional applications.

What are the differences between the B.Comm. and B.Comm.(Co-op.)?

The B.Comm. is a 120 credit hour program with a flexible course structure. It may be completed full- or part-time and either on campus, fully online or a combination of both.

The B.Comm.(Co-op.) is a five-year, 135 credit hour program. It has a structured format and may only be completed full time. Students complete three mandatory work terms.

Can I complete the B.Comm. online and/or part-time?

The B.Comm. program may be completed full-time or part- time, either on campus, fully online or through a combination of on campus and online studies.

The B.Comm.(Co-op.) will normally be completed on campus through full-time studies.

Can I complete other credentials with the program(s) (minors, certificates, diplomas or joint degrees)?

Yes. Students have two options for joint degrees: the joint B.Comm. and bachelor of music (B.Mus.) or the joint B.Comm.(Co-op.) and bachelor of arts (BA).

Minors may be completed from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS), Faculty of Science, School of Music or the Marine Institute. Academic advising is strongly encouraged for students who wish to pursue additional credentials. Contact an academic advisor by emailing busihelp@mun.ca.

Students may also pursue a certificate or diploma program offered by HSS.

Can I complete a concentration? Is it formalized/noted on transcript or parchment?

You can focus your studies on specific areas of business or create a pathway to pursue a professional designation following graduation through focus areas, but it will not be noted on your parchment or transcript. Focus areas are informal and are not mandatory. To discuss the different options available and how to build them into your program plan, email busihelp@mun.ca to speak with an advisor.

Can I take an online core course if I am in the bachelor of commerce (co-operative) program?

Online business courses are reserved for business students outside the B.Comm.(Co-op.) program. Students in the B.Comm.(Co-op.) program will either be automatically waitlisted or will not be able to register if they attempt to register for online core business courses. Once reserves are lifted during the registration period, any remaining seats in online courses will be available to all business students. Co-op students are advised to register for on-campus courses to ensure their spot in the course.