If your career goal is to take on leadership positions within an organization, the management minor can help get you there. In this program, you learn to support the smooth operation of a business, from managing change and encouraging diversity to ensuring ethical business practices.
With its emphasis on developing leadership, communication and organizational skills, this program is a strong complement to any of our Bachelor of Commerce majors.
Why take this minor?
Effective leaders recognize the strengths of their team members, identify underlying issues that affect workplace productivity and gain respect by being honest, fair and diplomatic. This versatile minor provides you with a well-rounded approach to leading and managing workplace teams.
What to expect
In this minor, organizational management courses build on the concepts you learn in foundational Bachelor of Commerce courses. You can choose to focus on particular areas, such as entrepreneurship, negotiation or consulting. If you would like to conduct research, you can explore your areas of interest in an independent studies course.
Job-ready skills
This minor prepares you to manage the workplace with confidence, whether you are starting your own small business or working in a large organization. In this program, you learn to:
- Think critically
- Resolve conflict thoughtfully and fairly
- Communicate with different audiences
- Manage projects
- Manage organizational change
- Understand ethical and legal implications of business activities
- Explore concepts related to starting and managing small businesses
The Alberta Learning Information Service (ALIS) has detailed occupational profiles, salary survey data, trend reports and assessment tools to help you choose and plan a career that matches your skills and interests.
Program of study
MINOR | BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
This program of study is open to students in the Bachelor of Commerce. Courses for your minor are only one component of your degree. You must complete all courses and requirements outlined in the academic calendar for the year you declare or re-declare your major and minor or the year you are accepted into an Honours program.
