FACULTY of ARTS and SCIENCE
Business Studies Minor
Learn to think strategically, work in diverse teams, communicate ideas and solve problems by studying a range of business disciplines including finance, marketing and management. Gain a general knowledge of basic business principles and learn to apply them to everyday business situations.
This minor in business studies is structured to give you exposure to the national and international business environment. You learn to understand decision-making processes, interpret financial statements, use tools and models for analysis and perfect the necessary computer skills to prepare you for today’s global market.
A minor in business studies, when combined with your passion and enthusiasm for your major subject, prepares you to work as a consultant, freelancer or an entrepreneur in your area of expertise. It opens doors to unique employment opportunities or gives you a head-start if you want to create a business of your own.
Program of Study
This minor is open to students in the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science. Courses for your minor are only one component of the degree requirements you need to graduate. To see all courses required for the minor, check the program of study in the academic calendar.
Requirements can change from year to year. You will follow the program of study outlined in MacEwan University's Academic Calendar for the year you declare your major/minor or the year you are accepted into an Honours program.
Academic advisors in the Faculty of Arts and Science have prepared resources to help you understand how your major/minor fits within overall degree coursework. Consult the academic planning information to choose and enrol in courses and complete the major/minor declaration process.