
Length
4 Years
Fees
Intakes
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Offers
*30% discount applies for Canadian Forces members and veterans
Delivery
Hybrid Mode (in-person and online guided learning)
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 52.0101
International students graduating from the Bachelor of Commerce program may be eligible to apply for a Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) if they meet all the eligibility criteria as outlined by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Students graduating with a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or doctorate degree DO NOT need to meet the CIP field of eligibility requirement.
This program is also available online.
The Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) will provide you with a broad foundation knowledge of contemporary business and its practices. Based in Vancouver, Canada, this ACBSP-accredited degree prepares you for a successful career in business or management, where you will contribute constructively to a global economy.
UCW’s BCom program has also received the NCMA designation from CIM | Chartered Managers Canada.
Students starting in the Winter 2026 Term will have access to UCW's new BCom specializations including Accounting, Marketing and Technology Management. The Cohort System will also launch for the BCom program in the Winter 2026 Term.
Students currently enrolled in the BCom program are entitled to a free Associate Membership with CIM | Chartered Manager Canada, giving UCW students the chance to belong to Canada’s chartered management and leadership association while earning their degree.
Associate Members can participate in all the networking and professional development opportunities the association offers, helping them get ready for their new career after they graduate.
Graduates of the BCom program will be able to:
- Use managerial and financial tools to assess basic business issues critically.
- Research and analyze business systems, processes and functions in the context of local, regional and global conditions.
- Apply contemporary business methods to problems and contexts.
- Create ethically and legally sound proposals, plans and projects.
- Organize information to communicate persuasively to target audiences.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and reflection skills in course deliverables.
- Work productively in a collaborative and multicultural environment.
Course Coverage for CPA Programs
Thanks to an articulation agreement between UCW and the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of British Columbia, students can transfer credit courses for direct entry into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP). This means your career is accelerated by taking the required CPA PEP prerequisite courses while getting your degree, instead of waiting until after you have your Bachelor of Commerce.
Students who are missing one or more of the required courses for direct admission into the Chartered Professional Accountants Professional Education Program (CPA PEP) can complete the equivalent coursework at University Canada West.
A list of specific CPA prerequisite requirements that University Canada West students may be exempt from taking if they have the completed courses at UCW can be found here.
Course Structure (up to and including Fall 2025 Term)
The Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) provides you with a broad foundation of contemporary business knowledge and practices. Its courses are designed to provide a breadth of business perspective and skills, building your core skills in writing, research, and team performance.
Elective Areas (up to and including Fall 2025 Term)
The University follows professional trends in industry closely and develops elective areas that reflect the best professional standards in specific fields. Although students cannot earn a formal credential by completing an elective area, it can be a great way to shape their degree. Currently, UCW offers the following elective area in the BCom degree:
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with Specializations
Specializations (Starting Winter 2026 Term)
UCW BCom students have the choice of selecting one of the three specializations, Accounting, Marketing or Technology Management, or they can continue in the Bachelor of Commerce (General) pathway without a specialization.
Selecting a specialization allows students to focus their studies on a specific area of business, gaining in-depth knowledge and practical skills tailored to their future career goals.
At the time of application, students will be able to select one of the three specializations—Accounting, Marketing, or Technology Management—or to take the Bachelor of Commerce (General) pathway without a specialization. Students may apply to transfer into or between specializations until term 7 or the completion of 60 credits unless otherwise approved by the Dean.
BCom Course Structure (Starting Winter 2026 Term)
Starting in the Winter 2026 Term, students pursuing a BCom at UCW will join a cohort when they start their first term.
Students will progress through the first term of their program together by taking three core courses. Core courses will be offered on multiple days and at different times.
In subsequent terms, students have the flexibility to choose the sequence in which they enroll in courses if they meet the pre-requisite requirements.
Students pursuing a BCom degree part-time will progress at a different pace through the cohort system.
The choice of elective/specialization courses are offered in accordance with the annual course rotation plan published by the University. Students are encouraged to review the course rotation plan and consult with Academic Advisors to create a program plan that fits their needs.
For further information about the cohort system see this FAQ.
Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
Block 4
At least 5 of the 3XX or 4XX level electives must be selected from business-related subjects (ACCT, BUSI, MGMT, MRKT, FNCE). At least 5 elective courses at any level must come from a non-business field (any course code other than listed above).
Hybrid Mode Delivery Model
Courses in the hybrid BCom program are taught using a hybrid learning model that blends on-campus classes and online guided learning. Each course is scheduled to have 2.5 hours of on-campus class and 1.5 hours of online guided learning per week during weeks 1-10 of each 12-week term. Final revisions, examinations and culminating evaluations are completed during weeks 11/12.
The BCom program is also available as a formal online program. To learn more about the differences between the hybrid and formal online version of the BCom program, please refer to the resources on the Undergraduate Programs webpage.
Learning Methods
Team activities are an intrinsic part of many courses and build skills vital for professional success. You will learn through a combination of the following methods:
- Lectures and class discussions
- Studying academic literature
- Looking closely at case studies
- Team activities
Academic Standing
Students must remain in Good Academic Standing to continue their studies at UCW. To remain in Good Academic Standing, undergraduate students must maintain a 2.00 Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). For full details about Academic Standing, refer to the current Academic Calendar here.
Entry Requirements
Canadian High School (Grade 12) diploma or equivalent with an overall average of C or better (2.0 on a 4.33 scale)
AND
Academic IELTS – 6.5 or better with a minimum of 6.0 in the writing band, or equivalent (for students whose first language is not English). More information is available in the English Proficiency section of this website.
You can complete the English pathway courses (University Access Program) in order to meet the English proficiency requirements of the Bachelor of Commerce program.
Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)
A Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is required for prospective international students studying at UCW. To learn more, visit the PAL page on our website.
Hybrid BCom Tuition Fees
Tuition deposit for international students: $8,800
First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $650
*30% discount applies for Canadian Forces members and veterans on all programs.
**Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition. Textbooks cost an average of $105 per course.
Students are eligible for a 5% discount*** if they pay their estimated first year (Year 1) Tuition Fees in full as their initial deposit. This discount is applicable to Hybrid Mode programs only and does not apply to Online programs.
***Terms and conditions apply.
Students deferring their start date, or changing their program, will be subject to any deposit or fee increases in effect at the time the change or deferral is approved.
Graduation Requirements
UCW students must fulfil the requirements listed in the Academic Calendar in order to be eligible to graduate. For full details about Graduation Eligibility, refer to the current Academic Calendar here.
SPEAK WITH AN ADVISOR
This program is offered under the written consent of the Minister effective July 22, 2024, having undergone a quality assessment process and been found to meet the criteria established by the Minister. Nevertheless, prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (for example, acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies, or other educational institutions).