Customize Your Business Education with Specialized Emphases

At Concordia University of Edmonton, the 4-year Bachelor of Management degree empowers you to tailor your education to your personal interests and career aspirations.
You’ll build a strong foundation in core business disciplines such as accounting, finance, information technology, international business, management ethics, and more—while choosing from a variety of career-focused emphases to sharpen your expertise and employability.

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Program Emphases

Accounting

Gain industry-ready skills aligned with CPA standards.

This emphasis prepares you to understand and manage financial information for businesses of all sizes. Learn how to:

• Record and audit business transactions

• Analyze financial data for budgeting and investment decisions

• Develop financial management strategies

• Prepare for CPA certification with key competencies including:

  • Accounting principles and ethics

  • Professional judgment and analytical thinking

  • Financial reporting and strategy

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Cybersecurity

Lead in the digital age with critical cybersecurity knowledge.

Cybersecurity is now essential in every sector—not just IT. This emphasis equips future managers with the skills needed to navigate the evolving threat landscape.
You’ll study seven critical cybersecurity domains, including:

• Security Governance and Operations Management

• Identity and Access Management

• Risk Monitoring and Analysis

• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

• Network and Application Security

• Security Assessment and Testing

Graduates with this specialization are prepared to lead secure organizations in both technical and non-technical roles.

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Finance

Make smart money decisions—for individuals and corporations.

With the Finance emphasis, you’ll explore the tools and techniques that help people and companies meet their financial goals. Learn how to:

• Conduct investment analysis and portfolio management

• Assist corporations with mergers, acquisitions, and budgeting

• Help clients build personalized financial strategies

• Analyze market trends and financial instruments

• Manage personal, corporate, and public finances

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Human Resources

Shape workplace culture and develop organizational talent.

This emphasis is accredited by CPHR Alberta and prepares you for leadership roles in HR. Build your expertise in:

• Talent acquisition and employee retention

• Professional development programs

• Conflict resolution and negotiations

• Performance management

• Legal and ethical HR practices

Become the HR professional businesses trust to manage their most valuable resource—people.

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Marketing

Master the art and science of brand building and customer engagement.

This emphasis provides a full-spectrum education in modern marketing practices. You’ll learn to:

• Design and launch effective marketing campaigns

• Analyze consumer behavior and trends

• Develop strategies for global and digital markets

• Conduct market research and data analysis

• Build brand loyalty and customer relationships

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Why Choose Concordia’s Bachelor of Management?

• Customize your degree with career-relevant emphases

• Learn from industry-experienced faculty

• Gain real-world business skills for today’s competitive marketplace

• Prepare for professional certifications and advanced studies

• Graduate ready to lead in roles across private, public, and non-profit sectors