Studies in this area focus on conducting business within the global economy and include courses in International Trade, International Law, and the business practices of the Asia Pacific, Europe, and Latin America regions. In order to obtain recognition for an area of emphasis, students must take at least 3.00 credits from the listing in that area. Only one area of emphasis can be declared.

This area of emphasis provides students with an understanding of money-management and financial management practices. Courses include Investment Finance, Personal Financial Planning, and Real Estate Finance. In order to obtain recognition for an area of emphasis, students must take at least 3.00 credits from the listing in that area. Only one area of emphasis can be declared.

The courses in accounting will allow students to gain a deeper understanding of accounting practices and the various practical skills required in the field. Accounting courses include Managerial Accounting, Taxation, and Auditing. Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) Ontario recognizes the University of Guelph-Humber’s accounting courses as meeting the requirements of the prerequisite education for CPA candidacy. In order to obtain recognition for an area of emphasis, students must take at least 3.00 credits from the listing in that area. Only one area of emphasis can be declared. Students wishing to obtain a CPA designation should consult with that designating bodies body as well as the Business Academic Advisor, regarding the courses that are required.

Students will apply knowledge of the business world to explore how product, price, promotion, and distribution frameworks are used to satisfy consumer needs and achieve organizational objectives. Courses include Professional Selling, E-Commerce, and Social Media Marketing. In order to obtain recognition for an area of emphasis, students must take at least 3.00 credits from the listing in that area. Only one area of emphasis can be declared.

The management area of emphasis is designed to equip students with a theoretical and practical understanding of the challenges involved in running enterprises of various kinds. Students learn about the management of large and small businesses, for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, as well as the concepts and techniques relevant to the execution of special events and the provision of management consulting services. Within this area, students also have the opportunity of putting the practice of management into historical context and acquiring insight into the interactions between business and government. In order to obtain recognition for an area of emphasis, students must take at least 3.00 credits from the listing in that area. Only one area of emphasis can be declared.

Students will explore crucial strategies for initiating and maintaining a successful small business in today’s marketplace. The range of courses include Business Consulting, Event Management, Planning a Small Business and Entrepreneurial Finance. In order to obtain recognition for an area of emphasis, students must take at least 3.00 credits from the listing in that area. Only one area of emphasis can be declared.