Earn Two Degrees in Just Five Years — Science Meets Business
Concordia University of Edmonton’s Dual Degree Program in Chemistry and Management offers you the opportunity to graduate with both a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a Bachelor of Management—all within just five years. This unique interdisciplinary program is designed to give you a competitive edge in today's science-driven, business-oriented world.
“It would have been advantageous to have had a broader background in business management and principles at this point in my career and a better understanding of what was of importance to corporate management,”
– Industry leader reflecting on early career experience
Why Choose the Chemistry + Management Dual Degree?
This program is perfect for ambitious students who want to combine scientific expertise with business acumen. You will:
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Gain a strong foundation in chemistry, including hands-on lab experience and scientific research
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Acquire essential business skills in areas such as accounting, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship
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Learn to apply your scientific knowledge in real-world business and organizational settings
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Build transferable skills such as communication, critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and leadership
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Complete an industry-specific internship to gain practical experience and build your professional network
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this dual degree program are equipped to:
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Launch their own businesses in science or technology sectors
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Pursue careers in scientific project management, product development, or corporate strategy
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Work in government, healthcare, energy, biotech, or pharmaceuticals
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Compete for technical management roles where both scientific and business knowledge are valued
“The combined degree in Chemistry and Management will give graduates the skills to set up their own businesses, become successful technical entrepreneurs, or compete for science management positions in industry and government.”
– Association of the Chemical Profession of Alberta
- Academic Requirement: Appropriate Secondary School Qualification. Graduation from a secondary high school program that would normally make you admissible to a university in your home country. Five program-specific admission subjects with a minimum overall admission average of 65% English Language Arts Mathematics (Algebra) Two Sciences One additional subject from History, Languages other than English, Fine Arts, Sciences, and/or other subjects
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.0 (5.5) PTE: 54 TOEFL: 80
When Fees Are Due
You must pay all fees by the first day of classes
If You Can’t Pay on Time
If you need more time to pay, please contact Student Accounts at +1 780 479 9207 or email studentaccounts@concordia.ab.ca as soon as possible.
Study Permit Denial
If your Canadian study permit application is refused, you can get your deposit back (minus a processing fee). To qualify, submit a copy of the IRCC refusal letter to Admissions by Census Day.
Choosing Not to Attend
If you pay your deposit but later decide not to study at Concordia, the university keeps your deposit in full.
Offer Rescinded or Admission Requirements Not Met
If, after paying your deposit, you fail to meet final admission requirements (based on official transcripts) or your offer is withdrawn for other reasons, you’ll receive a refund of your deposit minus the processing fee.
Withdrawing After Classes Begin
Once you start classes, you must complete the program withdrawal form through Online Services for Students to officially discontinue your studies. You’ll then be eligible for refunds or fee reductions according to the published withdrawal deadlines.
- Application Fee: $100
- LOA Deposit: $2,500
- Annual Tuition Fee: $28,351
- Total Tuition Fee: $141,755
- Course Duration: 5 years
- Credentials: Bachelor
- Intake: September, January
Checklist
- CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)
Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY
- Valid passport copy
- Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
- Medium of instructions letter /IELTS / PTE
- Scratch Card (IF have)
NOTE: Concordia University will request transcripts from the previous Education Institute.
Electronic high school transcripts can be emailed at (admits@concordia.ab.ca) directly from the issuing institution.
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
- Stamped copy of visa
- LOI
- Study permit
- Canadian Address:
- Canadian Contact No: