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Program overview

Gustavson's academic programs are built on our pillars: integrative, innovative, regenerative and inclusive. We offer boutique, close-knit, values-aligned programs that prepare grads to have an impact in their chosen field.

Undergraduate programs

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)

The Gustavson Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) program builds the foundation to take you anywhere you want to go. We are a top-ranked business school, emphasizing innovation, applied learning and responsible leadership.

Business Minor

Non-business students can take business courses while completing their non-BCom degree. A Business Minor can help expand your career options and better prepare you for the workforce. Plus, courses from the Business Minor program can help you prepare for our Master in Global Business program!

Entrepreneurship Minor

A Business Minor in Entrepreneurship can help you learn about owning and running a business. You will develop foundational business skills in marketing, finance, leadership and more.

Graduate programs

Program Expected length Work experience Project/Thesis Course-based
MBA* 24 months Minimum 5 years    
MGB 12-16 months Less than 3 years    
MM 12-16 months Less than 5 years    
PhD 4 years Competitive entry    

*One weekend a month

MBA in Sustainable Innovation

Our MBA in Sustainable Innovation uniquely equips you to navigate the complex challenges that we face from economic, social and environmental perspectives.
 

Master of Global Business (MGB)

Study, travel and work in 3 countries, across 3 continents! The Master of Global Business program takes you out of your cultural comfort zone.
 

Master in Management (MM)

Fast-track your career with a Master in Management degree that builds technical skill, business knowledge and leadership competencies.
 

PhD in Management and Organization

Partner with our highly productive, world-renowned faculty to launch your career as a management scholar with our PhD in Management and Organization.
 

MBA for TELUS

Our MBA for TELUS custom program sends cohorts of high-potential TELUS team members through a rigorous, relevant master’s program.
 

MBA in Advancing Reconciliation

The MBA in Advancing Reconciliation is a custom program, offered in partnership with the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC).
 

Executive Programs

Whether you want a program to address a specific need, or to find the right type of training, we work with you to provide the best solution to tackle your key management issues. We have an outstanding record of creating and providing organizations around the globe with training and development specifically designed to meet their needs.

For organizations

Existing and custom training on topics that address your organization's needs.

For individuals

With a range of programs and courses in project management, leadership, interest holder management, digital marketing and more, we're confident you'll find something to meet your needs. 

Service Leadership Program

Help your organization gain a competitive edge through service excellence. The Service Leadership Program give you the content, process and tools to build a customer-centric organization and a service culture built on accountability.

International programs

These short-term, intensive programs offer options for graduate and undergraduate students to gain new business skills while experiencing Canada's beautiful West Coast.