Bachelor of Commerce
*The Bachelor of Commerce program has an expected approval date of May 2025*
The Faculty of Management is introducing a new undergraduate degree at UBC’s Okanagan campus. The Bachelor of Commerce is a four-year, 122-credit, in-person degree program. The program is designed to equip graduates with the skills and confidence needed to become the next generation of responsible business leaders. The program’s first two years are focused on the fundamentals of business issues, principles, and practices. In the second two years, students will focus on one of several concentrations.
The Faculty of Management is enhancing its flagship undergraduate degree to better meet student desires, including specific concentrations. The Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) degree will replace the Faculty’s existing Bachelor of Management (BMGT) degree.
Current Students
If a current student wants to remain as a BMGT student and graduate from the BMGT program, we will honour that.
Every current BMGT student who wants to transfer to the BCOM will be permitted to transfer.
Current students interested in transferring to the BCOM are encouraged to complete the BCOM Expression of Interest form below:
New Students
If an incoming BMGT student, starting in September 2025, wants to remain as a BMGT student and graduate from the BMGT program, we will honour that.
Any incoming BMGT student, starting in September 2025, who wants to transfer to the BCOM will be permitted to transfer.
Incoming students that have accepted there offer to the BMGT program and are interested in transferring to the BCOM are encouraged to complete the BCOM Expression of Interest form below:
Course Planning
Course Planning for current and recently admitted Bachelor of Management students interested in transferring to the Bachelor of Commerce program
Program Updates
Please check back on April 25th for updates
Information Sessions
The Faculty of Management hosted two Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) Information Sessions for current students:
Students were invited to learn more about what they can expect for the upcoming 2025-2026 Winter session.
The Faculty will host a registration information session ahead of Year 1 registration on June 11th 2025 at 6:00 PT. Information is specific to students entering Year 1.
The Faculty will host a registration information session ahead of Year 2 registration on June 23rd 2025 at 6:00 PT. Information is specific to Year 2 students.
The Faculty will host a registration information session ahead of Year 3 registration on June 17th 2025 at 6:00 PT. Information is specific to Year 3 students.
The Faculty will host a registration information session ahead of Year 4 registration on June 4th 2025 at 6:00 PT. Information is specific to Year 4 students.
The Faculty of Management will host an annual September Town Hall for Bachelor of Management students. Meet the Dean, hear the latest program updates, and share your ideas to help shape the future of the Faculty of Management.
More information to follow.
2025W Course Registration Information
Please check back on June 4th for updates.
FAQ
No. Students should ensure they check their Primary Program of Study in Workday. This is their degree program. Students interested in transferring to the Bachelor of Commerce program will be required to submit a formal application to transfer to the Bachelor of Commerce. That application will open in fall 2025 and we will notify all registered Bachelor of Management students at that time.
Bachelor of Management students interested in transferring to the Bachelor of Commerce will be required to submit a formal application to transfer programs. That application will open in fall 2025. The usual program transfer fee will be waived for all Bachelor of Management students applying to transfer to the Bachelor of Commerce.
In the meantime, Bachelor of Management students are encouraged to meet with an Academic and Career Advisor or the Faculty of Management and submit the online Expression of Interest form.
It’s important to note that completing the Expression of Interest form does NOT replace a formal application, but will help the Faculty track your progress and ensure you are up-to-date and notified when the application is available
Yes! All students will remain in the Bachelor of Management (BMGT) program unless they apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM). The Faculty of Management will make all reasonable efforts to ensure that you are able to graduate regardless of whether you remain in the Bachelor of Management program or transfer to the Bachelor of Commerce program.
Students should ensure they check their Primary Program of Study in Workday. This is their degree program.
The BCOM degree will provide students with the opportunity to complete a concentration. Students may choose to complete a maximum of one concentration.
The Faculty plans to offer eight concentrations. Five of these will be available to students graduating in 2027 or later:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Marketing
- Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources (OBHR)
- General Business Management
The following concentrations are expected to be available at some point later than 2027
- Operations and Logistics
- Business Technology Management
- Entrepreneurship
Yes! Students who wish to focus their electives may undertake an optional minor program in combination with their concentration. Students may complete a maximum of one minor. There are eight minors available in the BCOM degree:
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- Communication and Rhetoric
- Computer Science
- Cultural Studies
- Data Science
- Economics
- Geography
- Psychology
- Sociology
Yes! Students in the BCOM program will be able to participate in experiential learning opportunities like Co-op, Go Global, Undergraduate Research Awards and more. If you have specific questions about any of these opportunities and how they will best fit into your program, please connect with an Academic and Career Advisor or the Faculty of Management.
Yes! The Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree program will be open to undergraduate students enrolling and enrolled in the BCOM.
Current BMGT students in the Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree program who transfer to BCOM will automatically continue in the B+MM program.
The Faculty is committed to facilitating as smooth a transition as possible for BMGT students entering Years 1, 2, and 3 who are interested in transferring to the BCOM. It’s important to note that the earliest possible graduation date for the BCOM degree is April 2027. The impact on a student’s graduation timeline may vary based on individual circumstances.
We strongly encourage students to review the BCOM Course Planning webpage to assess their current academic progress and specific BCOM course requirements. This resource is designed to assist students in planning for the 2025-26 Winter Session (September 2025 – April 2026) and to support those interested in transferring to the BCOM program.
We will also be providing specific registration information for students entering each year level on June 4th ahead of 2025-26 Winter Session registration.
We encourage you to discuss your specific situation with an Academic and Career Advisor to get personalized guidance and ensure you have a clear understanding of how a BCOM transfer might impact your timeline and academic journey.
There are different program requirements and course prerequisite requirements for students tracking to the BCOM program. Students are encouraged to submit the online expression of interest form to indicate their desired program and support a smooth registration process.
The Faculty will continue to work with partner organizations to ensure our students are well positioned to pursue professional designations in a specific field or industry.
For students who want to pursue the Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation, we are committed to ensuring students in both BMGT and BCOM can take all of the courses required for entry into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP).
The Faculty of Management will be working with the Faculties that offer the B.A, B.Sc, and B.ASc. degrees to offer those students a commerce minor.
We encourage students to check back at this webpage for regular updates. Students are also encouraged to get in touch with Academic and Career Advising of the Faculty of Management’s Academic Programs Office (APO) with any questions – we’re here and happy to help!