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 Asia Pacific, Europe, and Latin America.

This area of emphasis will provide you with an understanding of money-management practices. You will take courses such as Investment Finance, Personal Financial Planning, and Portfolio Management. After completing specific finance courses, you will be eligible to sit for the Canadian Securities Institute licensing examination.

The courses in accounting will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of accounting practices and the various practical skills required in the field. You will take accounting courses that include Managerial Accounting, Taxation, and Auditing. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario (ICAO) recognizes the University of Guelph-Humber’s accounting courses as having the 51 credit hours required for CA candidacy.

You will apply your 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 an applied Marketing Research Project.

In this area of emphasis, you will learn how to manage charitable organizations and other not-for-profit enterprises. In addition to your courses in fundraising and community and government relations, you will have the opportunity to run the Art Gallery on campus – selecting artists and promoting their work in your Event Management course.

You will explore crucial strategies for initiating and maintaining a successful small business in today’s marketplace. You will take a range of courses including Business Consulting, Event Management, and Planning a Small Business.