Brock University

Overview

The Computing and Business degree at Brock University offers a unique blend of computing principles and business acumen, equipping students with essential skills in programming, data analysis, accounting, management, and software-focused decision-making. This undergraduate program, delivered on-campus, spans a typical duration of 48 months.

What you'll study

The curriculum is designed to take students from foundational concepts to advanced topics in both computing and business. Core areas of study include:

• Business foundations: Principles of Business; Financial Accounting; Management Accounting; Principles of Microeconomics
• Computing foundations: Programming and Data Structures; Computer Organization Concepts
• Advanced computing topics: Advanced Data Structures; Operating Systems and/or Systems-Related Studies
• Technology in organizations: Computing Ethics; Entrepreneurship; Organizational Behaviour
• Software and data: Database-Focused Studies; Software Engineering
• Capstone/major project: A culminating project may be required in upper years, allowing students to apply their knowledge in a practical context.

Electives: Depending on availability and degree requirements, students may have the opportunity to select electives in both computing and business disciplines.

Entry requirements

Admission to the program is based on the academic qualifications suitable for university-level study. Applicants are typically required to possess a senior secondary school credential that meets Brock University's entry standards for undergraduate programs. General requirements include:

• Senior Secondary school credential appropriate for university entry in your home country
• Academically rigorous grade 12 curriculum
• Minimum B- average (higher for some programs)

Note: Specific GPA or grade thresholds and any program-specific prerequisites may vary based on the applicant's profile and the academic year.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Computing and Business program can look forward to diverse career opportunities in IT and business fields. Typical roles may include positions in information systems, technology project support, and systems or finance analysis. After completing the program, students may also be eligible to apply for a post-study work permit in Canada, subject to Government of Canada requirements.