2

September 2017 Direct Entry From High Schoolsauder.ubc.ca/bmm

UBC Bachelor + Master ofManagementDual Degree

Programat a GlanceProgram and Application InformationProgram Start Date September 2017 Direct entry from high school

Program Length 4.5 years** The program length will vary depending on the length of your undergraduate degree, and/or if you participate in opportunities such as global exchange programs and co-op.

Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Fees Refer to Page 13 for details on the fee structure.

Application DeadlineJanuary 15, 2017Please visit sauder.ubc.ca/bmm for details on how to apply

Contact UsRobert H. Lee Graduate School UBC Sauder School of Business 137 – 2053 Main Mall Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2 toll free (Canada & US) 1.888.988.9895 tel 1.604.822.8422 fax 1.604.822.9030 bmm@sauder.ubc.ca sauder.ubc.ca/bmm

Study what you loveThe UBC Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree (B+MM Dual Degree) gives you the best of both worlds: study what you love and discover how to turn your passion into a profession with valuable business skills taught by professors at the UBC Sauder School of Business’ Robert H. Lee Graduate School.

Whether you have a passion for the fine arts and dream of running a gallery, are studying kinesiology and aim to set up your own practice, or want to climb the corporate ladder at a company that reflects your interests, you’ll need to know the fundamentals of business. From marketing and HR to sales and operations, the B+MM Dual Degree will give you the knowledge and practical skills you need to get the career you want.

How it worksFor the first four years of this 4.5-year program, you work on your non-Commerce undergraduate degree while also taking business courses that count towards your Master of Management degree. After finishing your undergraduate degree, you focus on Master of Management courses for six months, graduating with both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School. See Page 6 for the program journey.

Learn from diverse classmatesYou’ll be in the unique position of studying with top students from across UBC. Imagine collaborating on a business plan project with a Math major who has stellar quantitative skills, getting inspired by the creative genius of a Fine Arts student, and learning from the analytical mind of a Psychology major. This will be your learning environment from day 1 of the program.

1

DiscoverThe UBC Bachelor +

Master of Management Dual Degree

Become career-readyAt UBC Sauder, equipping you to impress future employers and get the job you want after graduation is very important to us. From Year 1 until graduation, we provide career development support, including effective networking, resume writing, personal and professional development, job search techniques, and mock interview practice.

Are you the right fit?The program attracts top students from across UBC who are ambitious, have fresh perspectives and are always looking to set the bar higher. We want to work with candidates who bring unique insights to class, challenge us and help shape the program for future students. That’s what gets us excited to come to work every day.

As such, we have a rigorous selection process to find the right candidates who are best suited for the UBC Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree.

2

“The Commerce courses aren’t only practical, they also help me understand the complexities in my Arts courses. I’m able to dive deeper into my Arts courses, from understanding market dynamics during the Great Depression to seeing the business sense behind environmental international policies.” Oleg Tuzlukov Year 4, B.A in International Relations + MM

Photo credit: Kent Kallberg

Turn Your Passion Into a ProfessionBusiness skills are transferable to any career, which is why they are highly valued by employers. Understanding and experiencing how ideas are marketed, how organizations are managed, how businesses produce and deliver products and services, and how technology integrates with business and society will help you build a successful career in any sector.

Here’s a sample of some of the courses in the program:

Marketing FundamentalsMarketing is important to the success of business. Gain a thorough foundation in marketing principles to help you plan and execute a successful marketing strategy. You’ll learn how to understand and design marketing programs, analyze the competition and assess the profitability of products and services offerings.

Corporate FinanceGet an introduction into the world of corporate finance—how and why companies make investments and the factors that influence their decisions. You’ll learn about determining the value of an investment, measuring investment costs and benefits, and how investments are financed.

Operations and LogisticsHow do organizations efficiently deliver products or services to their customers? You’ll get a broad overview of the logistics field, including manufacturing processes, supply and distribution problems, application of management tools and the principles in solving common logistics challenges.

Fundamentals in EntrepreneurshipEver dreamed about starting your own business? Gain a solid understanding of what it takes to be an entrepreneur, how to spot and make the most of opportunities, and understand the process of starting a new venture.

Two-Party NegotiationsAnalytical skills are required to develop solutions, and negotiation skills are critical to create buy-in for these solutions to be implemented. Through simulations, you’ll discover which negotiation approaches work well and which don’t, giving you the opportunity to improve your own skills.

3

“Since I’ve started the program, my career goals have definitely broadened. I’ve learned a lot about how to market myself to stand out in a very competitive business. I’m learning the best of both worlds and how to put it all into practice.”

Terry Chen Year 4, B.Mus + MM

Photo credit: Brian Howell4

Gain Valuable Business SkillsThe B+MM Dual Degree gives you the business skills you need to gain a competitive edge in the job market. Practical opportunities to apply your business education include:

Consult with a local businessThrough the optional Community Business Project, you will have the opportunity to gain consulting experience while applying your new skills to solve a business problem for not-for-profit organizations and social enterprises. This project enables you to work as part of a team, consulting directly with a local organization to solve a real-life business challenge. Our students have worked on a wide range of projects such as:

• Business plans and feasibility studies• Fundraising and development initiatives• Recruitment and retention strategies

Here is a recently completed consulting project:

Introducing sustainably farmed Kenyan tea into international marketsJusTea, a not-for-profit organization that helps Kenyan farmers become sustainable tea producers. Students were tasked with identifying these new target markets, and eventually developed a sales database and established relationships with potential buyers and like-minded businesses.

5

CapstoneDuring the Master of Management portion of the B+MM Dual Degree, students will test their newly acquired skills and knowledge in an intensive business simulation at the end of the program. With the support of faculty and senior business leaders, students will work together in groups, using their business acumen and leadership skills to solve a significant business challenge under real-world time pressure.

Develop critical thinking skillsOur courses are built around active learning, which means enabling you to showcase and develop your analytical and problem-solving skills through presentations, case analyses and in-class discussions.

6

How it Works + Program Journey(For High School Students)

Undergraduate Degree:Students pursue the undergraduate degree of their choice within their home faculty.

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE YEARS, 1 - 4*

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE

BUSINESS CORE FUNDAMENTALS

* Undergraduate Graduation:Graduation times will vary, depending on faculty, and opportunities such as exchange and co-op.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING

Business Core Fundamentals:During their undergraduate studies, students take one Commerce course per year to build their fundamental commerce skills. Topics include: Business Immersion, Financial Accounting, Marketing and Corporate Finance.

7

FULL-TIME MASTER OF MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (6 MONTHS)

UBC Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree Programming

Career Development Programming:Professional Journey Workbook, courses, networking events, one-on-one coaching for career and professional development, including personal branding, resume writing, networking skills, mock interviews and recruitment insights and strategies.

MASTER OF MANAGEMENT PROGRAMMING

UN

DER

GRA

DU

AT

E G

RAD

UA

TIO

N

COMMUNITY BUSINESS PROJECT

CAPSTONE

Capstone:A business simulation where students use their business and leadership skills to solve a significant business challenge.

Community Business Project:An optional project allowing students to consult for not-for-profit organizations and social enterprises, gaining real-world hands-on experience.

Master of ManagementProgramming:Six-month, full-time, intensive period of coursework including Statistics, Managerial Economics, Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING

“The Professional Journey Workbook has allowed me to begin becoming self-aware of my passions and what I love. This program has helped me realize your passions today may be different tomorrow, and that understanding your professional path to success is just as important as understanding your personal one.”

Zamina Mithani Year 2, B.Sc in Integrated Sciences + MM

Photo credit: Jason Liu

Where you could workMaster of Management graduates have been hired by some of the world’s most innovative organizations in a wide range of industries, and a number have used these skills to pursue other endeavours, such as medical and law school. Companies that have hired our grads include:

AmazonBest Buy CanadaBMODDB CanadaHootsuiteHSBC Bank Canada

Life Sciences British ColumbiaProvincial Health Services Authority PwCRBC Dominion SecuritiesRobert Half International

SAP Stemcell TechnologiesVision Critical

8

The Career JourneyThe B+MM Dual Degree’s career-focused education gives you the valuable preparation and skills you need to enter the job market, and UBC Sauder’s Hari B. Varshney Business Career Centre (BCC) plays a key role. B+MM Dual Degree students gain access to the innovative Professional Journey Workbook, an online roadmap that helps you achieve the skills, insights and etiquette required to launch a successful career.

And by the end of your education, you will be able to apply the professional development training and career coaching to expand your options post-graduation, exploring fields and roles through an array of BCC career resources, services and support.

9

Career OutcomesWe built the B+MM Dual Degree program on the exact same foundation as our Master of Management (MM) program, one of the top 50 MM programs in the world and the top MM program in North America, as ranked in the Financial Times Global Master of Management Ranking 2015. Below are examples of how the MM provides our graduates with the fundamentals and knowledge needed to elevate their Bachelor’s degree and find careers in a variety of fields.

Bachelor of Arts in French

BACHELOR DEGREE

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Production

Business Development Manager at a Global Cosmetics Company

PROFESSION

Associate at Strategic Investment & Consulting Firm in Life Sciences

Client Manager at a Silicon Valley Brand Agency

Time Period Ski l ls Learned & Exercises

Year 1 of undergraduate

• Self-awareness and assessment exercises• Basic career management skills• Begin to think about careers that interest you• Compose effective resumes and professional introductions

Year 2 of undergraduate• Develop your personal brand & online presence• Develop 21st century competencies that business requires• Develop networking skills

Year 3 of undergraduate

• Build and manage targeted networks• Deepen insights into your value contribution• Explore roles and industries you’re considering• Work with a personal career counselor

Year 4 of undergraduate• Gain insights into recruitment processes• Develop advanced networking and communication strategies• Improve your interviewing skills and confidence

Final 6 months of the program• Receive customized coaching on specific job applications• Focus on securing full-time position in area of interest• Connect with employers, and attend recruiting events

“Collaborating with teammates from different academic backgrounds means richer ideas that we could not have thought of alone. The diversity gives us more resources and knowledge to pull from, and every perspective provides a more insightful approach towards finding a solution.”

Tim Sayson Year 2, B.Sc in Food, Nutrition and Health

Photo credit: Kent Kallberg

10

About UBCThe University of British Columbia (UBC) is a global center for research and teaching, ranked 34th in the world by the Times Higher Education World Rankings. Established in 1915 and located in Vancouver, British Columbia, UBC’s West Coast spirit and entrepreneurial perspective encourages students, staff and faculty to challenge convention, lead discovery and explore new ways of learning.

With close to 40,000 undergraduate students representing 145 countries, and over 350+ student run clubs, UBC is a place to make meaningful, lifelong connections.

11

About UBC SauderThe UBC Sauder School of Business is one of the world’s leading academic business schools. Located at Canada’s gateway to the Pacific Rim, UBC Sauder is ideally placed at a dynamic crossroads of the international marketplace to provide a global business perspective.

Dedicated to the success of its students, UBC Sauder provides exceptional teaching and valuable learning experiences, including practical work experience, networking, leadership skills development, and study abroad opportunities. Our professors are renowned for their groundbreaking research, and our programs provide a professional development experience that delivers the best career outcomes upon graduation.

12

B+MM Dual Degree Class ProfileClass Size: 418

A Unique CohortThe Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree comprises students who have demonstrated their passion for their chosen undergraduate degree. You will spend 4.5 years with a group of talented, bright students. Here is the class profile of the 2016 entering class:

SAMPLE OF COUNTRIES REPRESENTED FACULTIES AND SCHOOLS REPRESENTED

Canada Faculty of Arts

China Faculty of Forestry

Egypt Faculty of Land and Food Systems

Gambia Faculty of Science

Germany School of Kinesiology

Indonesia School of Music

Peru

United States

United Arabic Emirates

TUITION SCHEDULE FOR MM PROGRAM FEE

Year 1 (Undergraduate) 5%

Year 2 (Undergraduate) 5%

Year 3 (Undergraduate) 10%

Year 4** (Undergraduate) 10%

Master of Management 70%

Admission RequirementsWe seek talented, enthusiastic and creative candidates who are committed to a high level of achievement in their academic, personal and professional lives. The B+MM Dual Degree selection process is competitive and rigorous, guided by the following criteria:

1. Admission into an eligible undergraduate faculty at the University of British Columbia2. Demonstrated passion for your chosen undergraduate subject by video submission.

Eligible Faculties and SchoolsFaculty of Arts Faculty of Forestry (Wood Products Processing Program only) Faculty of Land and Food Systems

Finances & Fees*Tuition for the B+MM Dual Degree comprises the total cost of your undergraduate program tuition plus the Master of Management tuition fee. It is paid in increments throughout your undergraduate degree, according to a specified schedule, which is available online at sauder.ubc.ca/bmm.

DOMESTIC INTERNATIONAL

Undergraduate Degree Fee^ See your Faculty’s undergraduate tuition fees.

Master of Management Program Fee* $28,460 CAD $42,006 CAD

^ In addition, students will need to pay the cost of the required 12 credits of Bachelor + Master of Management Dual Degree Commerce courses taken during their undergraduate degree.

* The Master of Management Program Fee is distributed over the total length of the program and paid in portions each year. See “Tuition Schedule for MM Program Fee”.

** The program length will vary depending on the length of your undergraduate degree, and/or if you participate in opportunities such as global exchange programs and co-op.

Faculty of Science School of Kinesiology School of Music

* Fees are normally established in April or May preceding the commencement of each academic year, but the University may change the fees at any time without advance notice.

13