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Complete the BComm: CISY 1225, ECON 1201, ECON 1202, MGSC 1205, MGSC 1206, MGMT 1281, and ENGL 1205.

Choose strategically.

Need extra help? Visit the Math Help Centre in SB 239 or ECON tutor sessions.

Use  to obtain course material, submit assignments, participate in course discussions, and complete course requirements.

Use  to register for courses, review grades, and the degree evaluation program (CAPP).

Access the university Academic Calendar to view university policies and regulations relevant to your academic studies.

Register in the spring and summer terms to lighten your course load in the fall and winter terms. Consider taking courses at other universities on a letter of permission that are needed to complete your program.

Explore your options for majors and minors by attending the Programs Day across faculties in February.

Register for classes as soon as registration opens. Classes fill early!

Visit your Academic Advisor to be sure you have the right courses.

Gather information on Co-operative Education opportunities.

Develop academic and self-management skills necessary for success, including planning and organizing, time management, goal setting, problem analysis, information research, team work, note taking, writing, presenting, managing stress, studying, and writing exams.

Improve your writing and thinking skills at the Writing Centre. Get expert feedback and incorporate it into your work.

Develop research skills by navigating online databases and the stacks at the Patrick Power Library. Take a .

Build a résumé at a Résumé Seminar, to prepare for internships, scholarships, and summer jobs.

Start your Co-Curricular Record. Document your acquired skills from on- and off-campus activities and volunteer work.

Attend Welcome Week. Make friends. Meet classmates, faculty, and advisors at academic orientation. Attend a session about a culture of safety and respect at Saint Mary’s.

Introduce yourself to your professors after class or during office hours.

Read the BComm newsletter for current events and opportunities. Like and follow us on Instagram @SobeySchoolSMU.

Visit the Societies Fair. Explore student societies, including those that are culturally-based, before deciding which to join.

Try , a program where international students practice speaking English with Canadian students.

Stay Active. Explore SMUfit, campus sports, exercise, and recreation opportunities—no extra fees!

Apply for a scholarship. There are more than 260 available!

Need help with time management, organizational, or presentation skills? Book an Academic & Life Skills Coaching session.

Learn to budget your money. Attend a Financial Literacy workshop or get advice from Financial Aid and Awards.

Check in with Career Services to start discussing your career goals, related to your program. Experiment with different classes to see what you like.

When facing a personal crisis, get help from the Counselling Centre.

Consider courses with global themes for your electives.

Need a job? Create a HireSMU account to find available jobs.

Not from Halifax? all our cultural opportunities and have fun.

Keep current with local events. Read Pride in Your Shared Neighbourhood newsletter.

Travel while studying after 1st year. Investigate travel options beyond Canada at International Activities.

Obtain or update your passport in preparation for possible international travel.

Not from Canada? Browse Services for International Students for available support.

Attend International Night—an annual banquet showcasing SMU’s many cultures.

Instead of completing the ECON 3000 elective, you may wait and register for FINA 2360 if you have successfully completed the .

Thinking of changing majors or minors? Attend Programs Day for help.

Use CAPP to assess your progress in the program.

Visit your Academic Advisor to be sure you have the right courses and to declare your major this year, after completing 45 credits (15 courses) and achieving a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

Continue to develop and strengthen your skills in presenting, team work, research, ethics, and critical thinking.

Upgrade your writing with at the Writing Centre or through online resources.

Learn advanced researching techniques at the Library.

Explore Canadian government and available jobs.

Update your Co-Curricular Record to keep track of your accomplishments and set new goals.

Contact any of the departments about marker and teaching assistant opportunities.

Apply your classroom learning and improve soft skills by joining some student societies including Commerce Society or Enactus.

Participate in intramurals. Demonstrate your team skills and character to future employers and admissions officers.

Browse the Scholarship List and modify your cover letter to match the criteria. Apply between February and May.

Need more academic support? Contact Personal Counselling or Academic & Life Skills Coaching.

Seek Career Counselling. Explore the core competencies of your major, and career possibilities related to your strengths, interests, and values.

Discover ways to give back to your community, from local to global. Come to the Volunteer Fair held every September, or speak to a Career and Employment Coach at Career Services.

Get involved with activities outside of your major and minor. Employers like well-rounded candidates.

Attend a LinkedIn photo shoot and a LinkedIn Seminar with Career Services. Put your best (and most professional) face forward!

Keep your HireSMU Account updated with accurate contact information and most recent résumés.

Consider applying for the Co-op Program at the beginning of 2nd year (30+ credits). Gain work experience over three terms.

Visit the International Activities office for a study-abroad program or an international field study course in 2nd - 4th years.

Explore options for international internships in your area of study.

Complete the Management major , including ACCT 3332 and MGSC 3317.

Also choose one additional 3000 or 4000 level ACCT course, two MKTG courses, one additional elective Commerce course, and one free elective course.

Broaden and expand your understanding and appreciation of ethical issues linked to business and management in MGMT 3480.

Consider a Directed Study course with a professor with expertise in the area for specific topics of interest.

Visit your Academic Advisor to be sure you’re on the right track to meet graduation requirements.

Meet your Faculty Mentor/ for help with course selection, career advice, or certifications.

Thinking about graduate school? Contact Career Services for options and admission procedures, and begin planning for applications with your Faculty Mentor/.

Develop an appreciation for various functional areas and course disciplines relevant to the demands of management.

Improve your research skills and grades by visiting the Library and using the Research-by-Appointment service for one-on-one help.

Visit the Writing Centre for workshops on .

Update your Co-Curricular Record.

Get to know your professors. They are excellent contacts for reference letters. Chat about your future plans for 4th year and beyond.

Attend the Research Expo. Learn from the research and critical analysis of peers and professors. Also, showcase your own research project.

Join campus societies in your field. These provide opportunities to network with the industry and professionals.

Run for a leadership position in a campus group.

Apply for over 200 scholarship and bursary awards.

Focus on summer or internship jobs within your major or career field of interest to gain specific experience and build credentials.

Visit the Career Development Centre for help with tactical job searches, including using social media, information interview, fine-tuning your résumé and cover letter, and practicing interview skills.

Attend the in September and March. Discover career opportunities and employer expectations.

Let your networks know your major. Seek out potential employers for information and interviews.

Explore new designed to help international graduates gain experience in Nova Scotia.

Register early for as the sections fill up quickly.

Expand your knowledge in the management of human resources, industrial relations, and issues related to organizational design and operation by completing MGMT 3385, MGMT 3386, and MGMT 4481 respectively.

Complete a CAPP Degree Evaluation in Banner.

Visit the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. Discuss SMU graduate opportunities.

Contact your Academic Advisor and Faculty Mentor/ to ensure you are on track for graduation requirements and post-graduation plan.

Apply to graduate. Fill out an application for graduation form and submit it to the Service Centre. Get your picture taken for the yearbook.

Consider graduate school and professional programs. Identify any required application tests (e.g., LSAT, GMAT, GRE), and related preparation programs and resources. Note deadlines and necessary support materials, such as reference letters and transcripts. Seek help from your professors and the Writing Centre.

Request transcripts, if required.

Consolidate your understanding of how the different disciplines and functional areas considered in your program integrate in Strategic Management.

Investigate job opportunities on and other online job sites.

Before you graduate, do a final update of your Co-Curricular Record, and request an official copy.

Visit Career Services to prepare to clearly and persuasively articulate all you have learned at Saint Mary’s (in and out of class) to an employer.

Serve as Department Student Rep. Speak to your .

Enter your best research paper for the Academic Writing Awards.

Get recognized for your involvement in the classroom and in the Saint Mary’s community. Apply for the Student Leadership Award.

Apply for other awards, including the SMUFU scholarship.

Brush up on your Financial Literacy. Receive guidance for a successful and healthy financial future, including student loan repayment.

Your degree can open the door to many types of careers. Use Career Counselling to discover where you want to go and how best to get there.

Plan to attend Career Services’ 4-week Job Search Seminar Series before or after graduation.

Be prepared to apply, interview and network when school begins, to maximize your chance of receiving some job offers before graduation.

In addition to the , attend some career fairs specific to your program. Bring your résumé. Prepare in advance to speak with recruiters and potential employers.

Apply for the program. Meet with a Halifax professional in a field of your interest.

If you are a co-op student, arrange for your final work term placement early.

Are you an international student interested in staying in Canada and receiving permanent resident status? Contact the International Centre.

Get in contact with the SMU Young Alumni Association to begin your next phase as a Santamarian.

Remember, you have access to Career Services for three years post-graduation. Use these services to help you continue to get the most out of your degree.