Business and Economics Co-op

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Business and Economics Co-op

Co-op for Business Administration (BBA) and Economics (BA) Students

While completing a degree in Business or Economics, your extensive knowledge of business fundamentals, innovative business practices, and case-based learning opportunities will make you an experienced graduate and an asset to modern industry.

During your co-op work terms, you will learn to challenge assumptions, communicate effectively, think critically and work cooperatively.

How Business and Economics Co-op Works

Co-op gives you the opportunity to develop skills and gain real-world experience while completing paid work terms lasting 12 to 16 weeks each.

You apply for admission to co-op in first year and may be eligible for an admission interview early in your second year.

If you are admitted to co-op, you will get assistance with career planning, job search and interview preparation through the . You will then apply to job postings and attend interviews to secure your co-op employment.

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Course Sequencing

Co-op students in Business or Economics will complete three four-month work terms, or one work term of eight months and one of four months.

**Sample Work/Study Sequence: Honours BBA, Sequence One and Honours Economics Co-op**
Year	Fall (September to December)	Winter (January to April)	Spring (May to August)
1	Study Term	Study Term	Break
2	Study Term	Study Term	Work Term 1
3	Study Term	Work Term 2	Study Term
4	Work Term 3	Study Term	Study Term

**Sample Work/Study Sequence: Honours BBA, Sequence Two**
Year	Fall (September to December)	Winter (January to April)	Spring (May to August)
1	Study Term	Study Term	Break
2	Study Term	Study Term	Study Term
3	Work Term 1	Study Term	Work Term 2
4	Study Term	Work Term 3	Study Term

See Honours BBA Sequence One and Two with an .

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employment rate of co-op students for 2023/24

Sample Jobs and Experiences

Sample Co-op Jobs

Marketing Intern
Supply Chain Co-op
CPA Co-op
Human Resources Assistant
Sales Analyst
IT Co-op
Actuarial Analyst
Financial Analyst

Salary Information

Check out the for students in Business and Economics Co-op programs. This data is available for your reference. Employers decide students’ salary.

“Employers have come to trust that 51��ɫ co-op students are well-prepared, motivated, and eager to contribute to the workplace. This results in our high co-op employment rates providing opportunities for students to develop strong professional networks while gaining hands-on, paid work experience that complements their academic learning and career goals."

Colleen Myronyk, Director, Co-operative Education and Workplace Partnerships