Student review [#25261] for BCom
at Carleton University

As a first-year student just having entered university in the midst of a global pandemic, it would be easy to quickly jump to the negative aspects of the online school year. However, the Commerce program at Sprott School of Business (Carleton) has in my opinion made an ample amount of compromises for their students. Business is a very communication-oriented, collaborative and interactive program. In the business world, you are constantly working with uncountable different personalities which you need to be prepared to adjust. As difficult as this can be online, my program has accommodated these needs in different and efficient ways. They have organized interactive workshops, provided us with collaborative opportunities with different business organizations, and directed us to available employment and volunteer options. The asynchronous classes leave room for flexibility in our busy time schedules, and so far most of the professors I have had this year have been helpful, thoughtful and enthusiastic about what they have taught. The school demonstrates internationality in the sense that it comprises a very diverse group of students, as well as provides multiple foreign language courses for those interested. In terms of career prospects, I do believe the Carleton business school provides students with a significant number of opportunities- one of these being a mandatory course every business student takes called: Employability Passport. This course devotes all of its attention to preparing students for their future careers. You learn tips and tricks to master your resume and cover letters, complete volunteer work/workshops that are very beneficial for your resume, and build networks. I am only a first-year student, but I feel pretty confident in this school and program so far, and would definitely recommend it to others.