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The School of Business seeks to prepare well-trained transformational leaders who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and vision to provide a positive impact in their businesses, organizations, and communities. We will do this by providing high quality, relevant curriculum and learning experiences, and by nurturing meaningful student relationships with Ambrose University faculty, staff and other aligned stakeholders. We hope to impart to our students a solid understanding of the importance of creating real value, cultivating innovation and social initiatives, developing community, and pursuing good stewardship in relationships, resources and the environment. Through curricular and co-curricular activities, students will be supported in their exploration of their vocations and Calling, as we examine the world through a Biblically-informed lens, seeking to act ethically, and with integrity, justice, and generosity. We continually strive to provide personalized, individual attention to each student to help them achieve their personal and professional goals, and enable them to succeed in and influence the many marketplaces of life.

General Academic Requirements for School of Business

Four- and Three-Year Baccalaureate Degree Programs

Bachelor of Arts
Program requirements: not more than 72 credits within a 120 credit program and 42 credits within a 90 credit program.
Core course requirements of 33 credits are required in both 120 and 90 credit programs:

  • The Ambrose Experience (UNI 101) (non-credit; this course is required for all programs, and must be completed within the first two semesters of enrolment. Students who do not complete UNI 101 may not be permitted to continue in their program.)
  • 9 credits in Christian Formation
  • 3 credits in Fine or Performing Arts  
  • 3 credits in Science
  • 3 credits in Science or Mathematics
  • 6 credits in Social Sciences
  • 9 credits in Humanities
     

Electives

  • Normally, Arts and Science Electives constitute a maximum of 18 credits from the total number of a 90 credit degree; 3 of which may be Open Electives.
  1. A minimum of 72 credits must be at the 200-level or higher for a four-year degree, 45 credits must be taken at the 200-level or higher for a three-year degree.
  2. A maximum of 72 credits may be taken in any one discipline for a four-year degree and 42 credits for a three-year program.
  3. Every program will have a capstone course.
  4. Up to 60 credits may be transferred from another institution for a four-year degree and 45 for a three-year degree.
  5. A minimum of 60 credits for four-year degrees and 45 credits for three-year degrees must be completed at Ambrose University.
  6. A cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 2.0 is required to graduate, with a CGPA of 2.0 in disciplinary courses.

 

Bachelor of Business Administration
Business requirements: not more than 63 credits
Core course requirements of 33 credits:

  • The Ambrose Experience (UNI 101) (non-credit; this course is required for all programs, and must be completed within the first two semesters of enrolment. Students who do not complete UNI 101 may not be permitted to continue in their program.)
  • 9 credits in Christian Formation
  • 3 credits in Fine and Performing Arts
  • 3 credits in Science
  • 3 credits in Science or Mathematics
  • 6 credits in Social Sciences
  • 9 credits in Humanities
  • Pre-Professional Requirements
     

Electives

  • Business and Society Elective
  • Normally, Open Electives constitute a maximum of 15 credits from the total number of a 120 credit degree.
  • Optional Business Streams
  1. A minimum of 72 credits must be at the 200-level or higher for a four-year degree, 45 credits must be taken at the 200-level or higher for a three-year degree.
  2. A maximum of 72 credits may be taken in any one discipline for a four-year degree and 42 credits for a three-year program.
  3. Every program will have a capstone course.
  4. Up to 60 credits may be transferred from another institution for a four-year degree and 45 for a three-year degree.
  5. A minimum of 60 credits for four-year degrees and 45 credits for three-year degrees must be completed at Ambrose University.
  6. A cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 2.0 is required to graduate, with a CGPA of 2.0 in disciplinary courses.

 

Business Courses

Accounting (ACC)
Business (BUS)

 

Bachelor of Arts: Business Administration Concentration (3 year – 90 credits)

Bachelor of Business Administration (4 year – 120 credits)