Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
Business Research
BComAt a Glance
Offered by
Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
Offered at
Keele Campus
Degrees offered
BCom
Ways to study
Full-Time, Part-Time
Entry
- Fall - Yes (first and upper year)
- Winter - Yes (first and upper year)
- Summer - Yes (first and upper year)
Applied Learning Opportunities
- Co-op
- Project-based learning
OUAC Code
- YFB (BCom)
About the Program
Turn data into insights and ideas into impact with York University's Bachelor of Commerce, Business Research stream. Combining a strong foundation in business with in-demand research and analytical skills, this stream prepares you to collect, analyze and interpret data to support informed business decisions. Through coursework and hands-on learning opportunities, you'll gain experience using both qualitative and quantitative research methods while developing valuable skills in communication, teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving. Working alongside internationally recognized, award-winning faculty, you'll learn how research drives strategy, innovation and organizational success across industries. Whether you're exploring consumer behaviour, market trends, employee experiences or business performance, you'll develop the expertise to transform complex information into actionable recommendations. Graduates are well prepared for careers in business analysis, market research, consulting, customer insights and other data-driven roles, or for further study in business and related fields.
Requirements
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
- A maximum of 30 possible transferable credits may be granted for successful completion of the Baccalauréat Général. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
- Minimum overall result of “Bien/Buena/Bueno/Good” on all academic courses.
- Some programs require a higher GPA.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
- CAPE 2-unit courses, with results of 3 or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
- Extra courses will be assessed for transfer credit. Applicants with the DEC may be awarded up to one full year of transfer credit.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
BCom
Requirements for admission:
BCom
Requirements for admission:
- GCE A2 examinations with results of "C" or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
BCom
Requirements for admission:
- IB Diploma with passes in six subjects: three passes at the Standard-level and three passes at the Higher-level, or two passes at the Standard-level and four passes at the Higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches standard-level
- Applications and Interpretations higher-level
- Transfer credit is granted for IB courses with Higher-level final grades of 5 or better, to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Examination Certificate
- Pre-University Examination Certificate
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
OUAC code YFB
BCom
Requirements for admission:
BCom
To be considered a mature student, you must:
be at least 21 years old by the end of the calendar year of admission to the University;
have been out of full-time high school studies for at least two years; and
have attempted less than one full year of studies at an accredited college or university.
Requirements for admission:
BCom
Requirements for admission:
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
BCom
Requirements for admission:
- AP College Board examinations are eligible for transfer credit, for results of 4 or 5, up to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BCom
Requirements for admission:
BCom
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the low 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80%.
Start Your Application
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - January 15, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
Applied Learning Opportunities
Put research into practice through hands-on learning opportunities integrated throughout the program. Design and conduct research studies, collect and analyze data, and present findings that inform real-world business decisions. Learn from guest speakers working in business, consulting, policy and research roles, and explore how organizations use evidence-based insights to solve complex challenges. You can also gain valuable professional experience through optional paid co-op opportunities. These experiences help you build research, communication and analytical skills while expanding your network and preparing for data-driven careers across industries.
From co-op to career: How new graduate Nawshin entered the work force
Recent grad Nawshin chats with us about her experience with the Career Centre and how she secured a full-time role within two months of graduating.
Potential Career Paths
- Market research analyst
- Researcher
- Business analyst
- Data visualization specialist
- Data analyst
- Risk management specialist
- Supply chain analyst
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