The DeGroote School of Business is proud to run one of the leading undergraduate business programs in Canada. Our learning environment fosters collective values of collaboration, community, inclusivity, innovation, and integrity. We strive to develop leaders who think big, try new things, act with integrity, and embrace the constant change that surrounds us.
The corporate world demands that leaders possess a range of essential skills to be successful. The experiential learning environment at DeGroote supports the development of those key skills while reflecting the growing importance of technology, creativity, and interpersonal communication in the workplace, as well as the need for individuals to be adaptable and resilient in the face of change.
As a student at DeGroote, you will be the agent of transformation in the years ahead, disrupting how we do business and significantly expanding DeGroote’s contributions to Canadian society. With an emphasis on greater collaboration across faculties, experiential learning opportunities, and fostering a vibrant sense of community, the DeGroote School of Business will best prepare you for a future in an ever-evolving business landscape.
As a Commerce student at DeGroote, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of business, driving transformation, expanding DeGroote’s impact on Canadian society, and developing the skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving business landscape through collaboration, experiential learning, and a vibrant community.
Learn More about CommerceThe Integrated Business and Humanities (IBH) program blends traditional business education with the critical thinking and communication skills of the Humanities. Designed to produce the next generation of Canadian business leaders with the skills to take on a new economy in a complex world.
Learn More about IBHThe DeGroote School of Business will give you the knowledge and skills to apply to just about any career that interests you. During your third and fourth years, you’ll have the opportunity to customize your career path by enrolling in specialized courses that concentrate on specific business disciplines. These specializations, known as ‘areas of focus,’ allow you to tailor your learning experience within the program. Moreover, we extend these minor options to students from other faculties, enabling them to explore and benefit from DeGroote.
Minors can complement your degree, deepen your interdisciplinary knowledge, and set you apart from employers and other business graduates.
There are also several professional designations that you can work towards during your undergraduate degree. This means taking coursework to qualify for designation in CFA, CPA, CHRP, and CFP.
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Gain tangible skills in your program of study, challenge your personal limits, foster a global perspective, and differentiate your resume all while working towards your degree requirements. Regardless of country, all international Exchange Program experiences will be taught in English.
Every term, DeGroote students travel thousands of kilometers to 28 countries.
They learn to say ‘hello’ in 12 languages, eat a total of 32,400 new and global meals, and become comfortable crossing international and cultural boundaries.
Most importantly, students gain a new perspective on business through their international student experience.
This is your chance to study abroad without paying international tuition fees. Tuition is paid directly to McMaster University. Each student is eligible to apply for funding through the McMaster Exchange grants and scholarships, in addition to the KILLIAM Fellowship, McMaster General Bursary Program, and OSAP.
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