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Business, management and economics

Accounting

2026-27

  • Program Requirements Master of Accounting (6.0 credits)
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Business

2026-27

  • Program Requirements Bachelor of Commerce Honours (20.0 credits)
  • Concentrations in the B.Com. Program Concentrations described below are open to students registered in the B.Com. program. Students enrolled in a concentration must satisfy the requirements for Bachelor of Commerce (above) while gaining credit for the requirements of the Concentration through appropriate choice of courses. Students in the Concentration in International Business take BUSI 4705 Ethics and Cross-cultural Interaction in place of BUSI 4601 Business Ethics in the B.Com. requirements. Declaration of Concentration(s) Normally, students are expected to have declared their concentration(s), if any, before commencing the sixth credit into the program. Only under special circumstances would a student be allowed to enroll in a concentration after the completion of the thirteenth credit. Declaration of Double Concentrations To be eligible to declare a second concentration, a student must have completed at least 6.0 credits with a minimum overall CGPA of 8.0. Concentration in Accounting (4.5 credits)
  • Bachelor of Commerce (20.0 credits) Enrolment in the Bachelor of Commerce program is restricted. Please consult with an academic advisor for more information. A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (11.0 credits): 1. 1.5 credits in: 1.5 BUSI 1011 [0.5] Financial Accounting for Business Students BUSI 1401 [0.5] Foundations of Information Systems BUSI 1800 [0.5] Introduction to Business 2. 1.0 credits in: 1.0 ECON 1001 [0.5] Introduction to Microeconomics ECON 1002 [0.5] Introduction to Macroeconomics 3. 0.5 credit in: 0.5 MATH 1009 [0.5] Mathematics for Business 4. 1.0 credits in: 1.0 PSYC 1002 [0.5] Introduction to Psychology II SOCI 1005 [0.5] Sociology for Bachelor of Commerce Students 5. 4.5 credits in: 4.5 BUSI 2018 [0.5] Managerial Accounting for Business Students BUSI 2101 [0.5] Organizational Behaviour BUSI 2208 [0.5] Introduction to Marketing BUSI 2301 [0.5] Introduction to Supply and Operations Management BUSI 2401 [0.5] Introduction to Data Analytics BUSI 2501 [0.5] Business Finance BUSI 2601 [0.5] Business Law BUSI 2701 [0.5] Fundamentals of International Business BUSI 2800 [0.5] Entrepreneurship 6. 0.5 credits in: 0.5 STAT 2601 [0.5] Business Statistics 7. 1.0 credits in: 1.0 BUSI 3102 [0.5] Introduction to Human Resources Management BUSI 3309 [0.5] Project Management 8. 1.0 credits in: 1.0 BUSI 4601 [0.5] Business Ethics BUSI 4609 [0.5] Strategic Management 9. 0.0 credits in: Business Career Preparation Requirement BUSI 1995 [0.0] Employability Passport I BUSI 3995 [0.0] Employability Passport II B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (9.0 credits): 10. 9.0 credits in free electives 9.0 Total Credits 20.0 Notes: BUSI 4601 and BUSI 4609 in Item 8 above must be taken at the Sprott School of Business. The following courses cannot be used as free electives toward the B.Com. degree: ESLA 1300 , ESLA 1500 , and any 0000-level course such as MATH 0009 and MATH 0107 . Students require completion of BUSI 1800 and BUSI 2800 to be eligible for registration in BUSI 3102 and BUSI 3309. Students require completion of BUSI 1995 to be eligible for registration in BUSI 3309 . BUSI 3995 must be completed as part of the degree requirements prior to graduation from the Bachelor of Commerce. Students graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce are ineligible from receiving a concentration in Commerce, regardless of whether those concentration courses were completed successfully. Bachelor of Accounting Honours (20.0 credits)
  • Bachelor of International Business (Honours) Program Requirements The Bachelor of International Business (B.I.B.) program is characterized by the requirement that students spend third year in studies abroad. Students in the B.I.B. program are required to specialize in one of the following languages: French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, or Spanish. Language Training Component Students may select French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, or Spanish as their specialization language for study. Applicants to the program interested in languages other than those listed above should contact the Eric Sprott School of Business Supervisor of Undergraduate Programs to verify if the preferred language option may have become available after the publication of this calendar. All first year Bachelor of International Business students will be assessed for ability in their selected language by the relevant language unit and placed in the appropriate courses as authorized by the language unit, unless a student fully tests out of a language (see note 3, below). The Year Abroad The Year Abroad Requirement of the B.I.B. program is met by the successful completion of a minimum of 4.0 approved credits during the year of study abroad (this includes BUSI 3750 Intercultural Business Experiences and, if applicable, BUSI 3629 Corporate Governance and Strategy ), with a minimum of 1.0 credits taught in the chosen language for the program. The B.I.B. student will study at one of Carleton's approved Exchange partner institutions, as a full-time student on Exchange for one academic year. Students could alternatively complete the Year Abroad Requirement of the B.I.B program by two other means; 1) the successful completion of a minimum of 2.0 approved credits during the year of study abroad (this includes BUSI 3750 Intercultural Business Experiences and, if applicable, BUSI 3629 Corporate Governance and Strategy ), with a minimum of 0.5 credits taught in the chosen language for the program, along with a minimum 12 week pre-approved internship ( BUSI 3701 Practicum in International Business I ) in an international destination where the language is spoken, or at a destination approved by Sprott. OR 2) the successful completion of a minimum 24 week pre-approved internship in an international destination where the language is spoken or at a destination approved by Sprott ( BUSI 3701 Practicum in International Business I and BUSI 3702 Practicum in International Business II ), along with the completion of BUSI 3750 Intercultural Business Experiences . Students who fully test out of one of the B.I.B. required languages will be eligible to spend their third year abroad in a country where one of Carleton's approved Exchange partner institutions exists. A student's country of origin is not an eligible country for their third year abroad unless approved by the School of Business. All earned grades, including the underlying grades that were converted to a CR (Credit), are used in calculating all prerequisite CGPA requirements listed below. In order to be eligible to participate in the year abroad, students must meet the following prerequisite requirements: At the time of application, students must have achieved a minimum Major CGPA of 6.50. At the time of their pre-departure ACE, students must have achieved a minimum Major CGPA of 6.50 and must have successfully completed: a minimum of 9.0 credits, including a minimum of 5.0 credits in the Major (must include BUSI 2702 Introduction to International Management and BUSI 2750 Intercultural Communications ) all pre-departure course requirements with no individual grade below C in their chosen B.I.B. language (French/German/Japanese/Mandarin/Spanish) BUSI 1995 towards the Business Career Preparation Requirement The number of courses available in English in foreign schools may vary. Carleton credits commensurate to courses taken abroad will be determined by the Registrar's Office and awarded towards the student's degree. Students are responsible for all traveling, living and incidental costs for fulfilling third-year requirements abroad. Tuition fees and compulsory miscellaneous fees will be paid to Carleton University according to Carleton University's fee structure. The student may be liable for compulsory miscellaneous fees assessed by the foreign institution, including possible fees for language courses. A limited number of bursaries are available to offset costs. For details on how to apply for a bursary, contact the Awards Office. Bachelor of International Business Honours (20.0 credits)
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Economics

2026-27

  • Program Requirements Economics B.Econ. Honours (20.0 credits)
  • Economics B.Econ. Honours with Concentration (20.0 credits)
  • Economics B. Econ. Honours with Concentrations (20.0 credits)
  • Economics B.Econ. Combined Honours (20.0 credits) Students admitted to the Bachelor of Economics may register for a Combined Bachelor of Economics and any other discipline in which a B.A. Combined program is available. A. Credits Included in the Economics Major CGPA (7.5 credits) 1. 6.5 credits in: 6.5 ECON 1001 [0.5] & ECON 1002 [0.5] Introduction to Microeconomics Introduction to Macroeconomics or FYSM 1003 [1.0] Introduction to Economics ECON 1401 [0.5] Elementary Mathematics for Economics I ECON 1402 [0.5] Elementary Mathematics for Economics II ECON 2020 [0.5] Intermediate Microeconomics I: Producers and Market Structure ECON 2102 [0.5] Intermediate Macroeconomics I ECON 2210 [0.5] Introductory Statistics for Economics ECON 2900 [0.5] Professional Practice of Economics ECON 3020 [0.5] Intermediate Microeconomics II: Consumers and General Equilibrium ECON 3102 [0.5] Intermediate Macroeconomics II ECON 3210 [0.5] Introductory Econometrics ECON 3900 [0.5] Research Methods in Economics ECON 4905 [0.5] Honours Capstone Seminar (see Note 1 below) 2. 1.0 credit in ECON at the 3000 or 4000 level 1.0 B. Additional Requirements (12.5 credits) 12.5 3. The requirements for Combined Honours in the other discipline must be satisfied 4. Sufficient credits in free electives to make 20.0 credits for the degree. Total Credits 20.0 Note : ECON 4908 [1.0] Honours Essay , may be written by students with Overall and Major CGPAs of 9.50 or higher. In cases where a grade of B- or higher is earned on this essay, it may replace the ECON 4905 requirement together with an ECON elective requirement. Qualified students who choose to pursue the Honours essay stream must first complete an Honours essay prospectus to the satisfaction of both their advisor and the Undergraduate Supervisor. See The Honours Essay guidelines maintained by the Department for further details. Economics B.A. Honours Combined (20.0 credits) Students already enrolled in a B.A. discipline may add Economics as an additional discipline under the B.A. Combined Honours. Economics course requirements for the B.A. Combined Honours are the same as those listed under the B.Econ. Combined Honours, above. Economics B.Econ. (15.0 credits)
  • Specialization in International Economic Policy B.G.In.S. Honours (20.0 credits)
  • Stream in International Economic Policy B.G.In.S. (15.0 credits)
  • Minor in Economics (4.0 credits) Open to all undergraduate degree students not pursuing a Major in Economics or the B.G.In.S. Specialization or Stream in International Economic Policy. Students are required to present a Minor CGPA of 4.00 or higher at graduation in order to be awarded a Minor in Economics. Requirements: 1. 1.0 credit in: 1.0 ECON 1001 [0.5] & ECON 1002 [0.5] Introduction to Microeconomics Introduction to Macroeconomics or FYSM 1003 [1.0] Introduction to Economics 2. 0.5 credit in: 0.5 ECON 2001 [0.5] Intermediate Microeconomics for Non-Mathematical Majors or ECON 2009 [0.5] Managerial Economics or ECON 2020 [0.5] Intermediate Microeconomics I: Producers and Market Structure 3. 0.5 credit in: 0.5 ECON 2101 [0.5] Intermediate Macroeconomics for Non-Mathematical Majors (see Note, below) or ECON 2102 [0.5] Intermediate Macroeconomics I 4. 0.5 credit in: 0.5 ECON at the 2000 level or higher, or IPAF 2000 [0.5] 5. 1.5 credits in ECON at the 2000 level or higher 1.5 6. The remaining requirements of the major discipline(s) and degree must be satisfied. Total Credits 4.0 Note: Advanced courses in economics such as ECON 4507 , ECON 4508 , and ECON 4602 require the completion of ECON 2102 . Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Economics (4.0 credits)
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Finance

2026-27

  • Program Requirements Master of Finance (7.25 credits)
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Management

2026-27

  • Program Requirements M.Sc. Management (5.0 credits)
  • M.Sc. Management with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change (5.0 credits)
  • Transfer from the Master’s to the Ph.D. Program Students enrolled full-time in the M.Sc. in Management program at Carleton University may be permitted to transfer into the Ph.D. program without completing the master’s program, provided they meet the following conditions: Completion of 2.5 credits of master’s courses with a minimum average of A Have demonstrated exceptional research potential Make a formal application for admission to the Ph.D. program no later than the third term of initial registration in the M.Sc. program Have permission of the Director of Graduate Research Programs. Ph.D. Management (5.0 credits)
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Mineral Exploration and Resource Management

2026-27

  • M. Mineral Exploration and Resource Management (4.0 credits)
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Political Economy

2026-27

  • Program Requirements M.A. Political Economy (5.0 credits)
  • M.A. Political Economy with Concentration in Work and Labour (5.0 credits)
  • M.A. Political Economy with Collaborative Specialization in Accessibility (5.0 credits)
  • M.A. Political Economy with Collaborative Specialization in African Studies (5.0 credits)
  • M.A. Political Economy with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change (5.0 credits)
  • M.A. Political Economy with Collaborative Specialization in Latin American and Caribbean Studies (5.0 credits)
  • Ph.D. Anthropology with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (3.0 credits)
  • Ph.D. Canadian Studies with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (3.0 credits)
  • Ph.D. Geography with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (2.0 credits)
  • Ph.D. History with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (5.0 credits)
  • Ph.D. Communication with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (5.0 credits)
  • Ph.D. Legal Studies with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (4.5 credits)
  • Ph.D. Political Science with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (5.0 credits)
  • Ph.D. Public Policy with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (4.5 credits)
  • Ph.D. Social Work with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (5.5 credits) Note: Admission to the Ph.D. Social Work with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy is currently closed. Please contact the department if you have any questions. Requirements: 1. 1.0 credit in: 1.0 SOWK 6101 [0.5] Theoretical Foundations SOWK 6102 [0.5] Ethical Foundations 2. 0.5 credit in: 0.5 PECO 6000 [0.5] Political Economy: Core Concepts 3. 0.5 credit in a relevant political economy course from the approved list 0.5 4. 1.0 credit in: 1.0 SOWK 6201 [0.5] Theory and Methods SOWK 6202 [0.5] Research Design 5. 0.5 credit in: 0.5 SOWK 6401 [0.5] Critical Pedagogy 6. 1.0 credit in: 1.0 SOWK 6301 [0.25] Ph.D. Seminar SOWK 6302 [0.25] Ph.D. Seminar SOWK 6303 [0.25] Ph.D. Seminar SOWK 6304 [0.25] Ph.D. Seminar 7. 0.5 credit in: 0.5 SOWK 6600 [0.5] Practicum in Advocacy Research or 0.5 credit in an approved research course at an equivalent level in another discipline 8. 0.5 credit in: 0.5 SOWK 6800 [0.5] Qualifying Examination 9. 0.0 credits in: 0.0 SOWK 6909 [0.0] PhD Dissertation (in the specialization) Total Credits 5.5 Ph.D. Sociology with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (3.0 credits)
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Political Management

2026-27

  • Program Requirements Master of Political Management (5.0 credits)
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Public Affairs and Policy Management

2026-27

  • Program Requirements Language Requirement for B.P.A.P.M. Prior to graduation, students must satisfy a language proficiency requirement in one of the following ways: successful completion of an approved French language credit ( FREN 1100 ); successful completion of the DELF B1 exam; placement at a demonstrated competency level equivalent to satisfactory completion of FREN 1100 following a self-assessment questionnaire and interview administered by the Department of French (for students who already possess demonstrated capacity in French). Students should note that they will be required to use one of their elective credits if they choose to satisfy the language requirement through an approved French language credit. Students registering in the Specialization in International Studies should note the additional language requirement. Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management (B.P.A.P.M. Honours) Before the second year of study, students in this program must register in one of the specializations listed below. Specialization in Communication and Policy Studies (Communication Technologies and Regulation) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits) Specialization in Communication and Policy Studies (Strategic Public Opinion) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits)
  • Specialization in Development Policy Studies (Global Economic Relations) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits) Specialization in Development Policy Studies (Rights and Human Development) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits) Specialization in Development Policy Studies (Indigenous Policy) B.P.A.P.M Honours (20.0 credits)
  • Specialization in International Policy Studies (International Relations and Conflict) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits) Specialization in International Policy Studies (Security and Intelligence) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits)
  • Specialization in Public Policy and Administration (Economic Policy) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits) Specialization in Public Policy and Administration (Environmental and Sustainable Energy Policy) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits) Specialization in Public Policy and Administration (Social Policy) B.P.A.P.M. Honours (20.0 credits) Specialization in Public Policy and Administration (Indigenous Policy) B.P.A.P.M Honours (20.0 credits)
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Public Policy and Administration

2026-27

  • Program Requirements Master of Public Policy and Administration (7.0 credits)
  • Master of Public Policy and Administration (advanced entry - 5.0 credits)
  • Master of Public Policy and Administration with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change (7.0 credits)
  • Master of Public Policy and Administration with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change (advanced entry, 5.0 credits)
  • Master of Public Policy and Administration with Collaborative Specialization in Data Science (7.0 credits)
  • Master of Public Policy and Administration with Collaborative Specialization in Data Science (advanced entry, 5.0 credits)
  • Master of Public Policy - Sustainable Energy and the Environment (5.0 credits)
  • Master of Public Policy - Sustainable Energy and the Environment with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change (6.0 credits)
  • Ph.D. Public Policy (4.5 credits)
  • Ph.D. Public Policy with Collaborative Specialization in Political Economy (4.5 credits)
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Technology Innovation Management

2026-27

  • Master of Applied Business Analytics - Technology Innovation Management (5.5 credits)
  • Master of Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship - Technology Innovation Management (5.5 credits)
  • M.Sc. Technology Innovation Management (5.5 credits)
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