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Minor in Commerce
Welcome to the Minor in Commerce Program at UBC Sauder School of Business!
As you embark on this exciting journey, you are joining a community that values integrity, collaboration, and innovation. At UBC Sauder, we believe in fostering not only academic excellence but also a strong sense of responsibility to the world around us. Your experience here will challenge you to think critically, act ethically, and develop leadership skills that can shape the future of business.
We look forward to seeing you thrive as you take on new challenges, explore opportunities, and leave a positive impact both on campus and beyond. Welcome to UBC Sauder, where your potential meets endless possibilities!
Why a Minor in Commerce?
A Minor in Commerce equips you with foundational business knowledge that complements your major. Whether you are studying Arts, Science, or Engineering, business skills such as accounting, marketing, finance, and management are universally applicable and enhance your employability across various fields.
Through case studies, projects, and real-world applications, you will gain hands-on experience that prepares you for the workforce. UBC Sauder emphasizes practical learning that helps you develop problem-solving skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.
The program also connects you with a diverse group of peers, faculty, and industry professionals. UBC Sauder’s strong connections to the business community mean you can develop meaningful relationships and expand your professional network.
Courses in the Minor in Commerce program
Achieve academic success
Many of the Minor in Commerce courses are offered in a Flexible Learning format to allow you to take them along with your own program requirements.
Students are encouraged to actively participate, seek out diverse perspectives, and build relationships that support both personal and professional growth. Active participation enhances learning by deepening understanding, sharpening critical thinking, and fostering engagement with course material. It also promotes interaction with peers and instructors, helping to clarify doubts, apply concepts in real-time, and improve retention. Additionally, participation strengthens communication skills, boosts confidence, and contributes to a collaborative learning environment. By embracing values such as respect, accountability, and inclusivity, you help cultivate the vibrant and dynamic culture at UBC Sauder.
What is required of you?
Know your rights and responsibilities: It is up to you to take responsibility for your goals, values, and academic decision making. Knowing about the policies and regulations that apply to you as a UBC student will help you to better plan your studies and make smart decisions toward achieving academic success.
Learning and Studying Resources
In the following section, you'll find a variety of learning and studying resources to support your academic needs. Click through the links to access toolkits, resource guides, and blog posts that can help you further your learning as a Minor in Commerce student.
Learning and studying
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Tutoring services
Studying and reviewing
Note-taking methods
Critical thinking
Using technology effectively
Office hours
Assignments and class participation
Assignment calculator
Group projects
Presentations
Participation
Exams
Exam preparation
Types of exams
UBC Student Life Blog
No one knows students better than other students. Stay connected with students from other faculties and learn about the stories happening around you at UBC. Visit the UBC Student Life blog for study tips, student experiences, and general lifehacks, written for students, by students.
Additional resources and supports
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