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Entrepreneurship and Innovation

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About Entrepreneurship and Innovation, BCom - at University of Alberta

Award: Bachelor of Commerce

Why study this program?

Entrepreneurship and Innovation are vital to economic development, wealth creation, and societal well-being.

Dynamic socioeconomic systems encourage and support the creation of new businesses and social enterprises, as well as the entrepreneurial renewal of and innovation in existing organizations. The Entrepreneurship and Innovation major aims to help students develop an entrepreneurial mindset. Our curriculum is complemented with co-curricular activities organized via entrepreneurship HUB (eHUB).

Develop an entrepreneurial mindset to:

  • Identify and evaluate business opportunities, mobilize resources, and create an organization;
  • Manage the transition from an entrepreneurial start-up to a more complex business entity;
  • Understand how entrepreneurship can spur economic growth, as well as help solve social problems and revitalize existing organizations (from for-profit, to non-profit and governmental).

    • Why study at the University of Alberta?

    The Alberta School of Business offers one of the largest BCom programs in Canada, with five different degree types, 11 majors, and many opportunities for specialization and work experience, including student clubs, business incubators, case competitions, study abroad programs, and more.

    Our courses are built around group and project work, and our professors are award-winning teachers and experts in their field who will challenge you to put ideas into practice as you work towards your personal career goals.

    Entry requirements

    Contact University of Alberta to find course entry requirements.

    Why study at University of Alberta

    • Ranked among the top 4 universities in Canada and top 100 in the world
    • Guaranteed Tuition model, meaning your tuition does not increase during your program
    • Each year, 25 students are awarded the President’s International Distinction Scholarship, worth up to CAN $120,000
    • Co-op and paid work experience opportunities in many programs
    • Guaranteed place in residence for first year students who apply by 30 April
    • Graduates can apply for the three year Post-Graduation work permit, which allows you to work in Canada for up to 3 years
    • Top 100 in the world for Graduate Employment outcomes