BComm Advising
Welcome to the BComm Academic Success and Advising Centre at the Sobey School of Business! The Centre is here to support you throughout your Bachelor of Commerce journey, offering personalized academic advising, success resources, and guidance tailored to help you reach your academic and career goals. Whether you’re looking for course planning assistance, study strategies, or career preparation advice, the Centre is your go-to resource to stay on track, overcome challenges, and make the most of your BComm experience. Let us help you build a strong foundation for a successful future in business!
New & Future BComm Student Information
As a new Bachelor of Commerce student, the Sobey Starter New Student Transition Program is personalized support and information to help you navigate your transition to first term and beyond. From course selection and academic planning to study strategies and career preparation, our advisors are here to guide you through each step of your journey. We’re committed to helping you build confidence, stay on track, and make the most of your time in the BComm program.
Upcoming Future BComm Student Events
Our Why Study BComm information sessions are virtual, interactive presentations for future students interested in the Bachelor of Commerce program at Saint Mary's University. Learn more about the BComm program, our majors, and ask questions.
- Open House
- November 23, 2024. Register here: www.smu.ca/openhouse
- NBCC 2+2 Program: Bachelor of Commerce Information Session
- November 20, 2024 3:30pm-4:30pm | Click here to join Zoom
- February 5, 2025 3:30pm-4:30pm | Click here to join Zoom
- NSCC 2+2 Program: Bachelor of Commerce Information Session
- November 29, 2024 12:30pm-1:15pm | Click here to join Zoom
- January 24, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm | Click here to join Zoom
- Future Students: Bachelor of Commerce Information Session
- December 5, 2024 12:00pm-1:00pm | Click here to join Zoom
- January 31, 2025 12:00pm-1:00pm | Click here to join Zoom
- February 12, 2025 4:00pm-5:00pm | Click here to join Zoom
- Sobey Starter Information Session: Preparing for the BComm Program
- March 20, 2025 4:00pm-5:00pm | Click here to join Zoom
- April 3, 2025 4:00pm-5:00pm | Click here to join Zoom
- April 17, 2025 4:00pm-5:00pm | Click here to join Zoom
- New Student 1-on-1 Virtual Drop-In Advising
- March 27, 2025 4:00pm-5:00pm | Click here to join Zoom
- April 10, 2025 4:00pm-5:00pm | Click here to join Zoom
New BComm Student Information and Resources
Information and resources to help guide new BComm Students as they prepare to begin their studies in the Sobey School of Business.
- New Student Registration Guide - 2024-2025
- BComm New Transfer Student Transition Information
- 2024-2025 BComm Program Checklist
- Book a New Student 1-on-1 Advising Appointment
Have your SMU Email and activated your account? Check Out our Sobey Starter Program for New BComm Students
Advising Appointment Booking Information
Prospective, new, and current students can book an appointment through our online booking system to meet with an Academic Advisor. Appointments are available in person or online (MS Teams). Appointment delivery is identified when booking your appointment.
Students must book their appointment using their @smu.ca email. If you are not a student at SMU, please use your preferred email.
Drop-In Academic Advising Information
New and currents students can access in-person and virtual drop-in academic advising on a weekly basis. Online drop-in advising take place via Zoom. Students will wait in a queue in the Waiting Room of the Zoom meeting, and the advisor will admit students one by one throughout the drop-in period.
Drop-In Advising Schedule
Regular Drop-In Advising Sessions take place:
- Virtual: Mondays 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m (noon) with Wendy Wang - Click to join the drop-in advising session
- In-Person: Wednesdays 3:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m. with Emma Wicks
- Sign-in for drop-in advising sessions in SB 252.
- Virtual: Fridays 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m with Emma Wicks - Click to join the drop-in advising session
- Pass/No Credit Drop-In Schedule can be found here: Click to find schedule
BComm Connect Student Portal
BComm Connect is the go-to student portal for Bachelor of Commerce students at the Sobey School of Business, designed to support you throughout your academic journey. This centralized platform offers easy access to everything you need to thrive in your BComm program. Explore, engage, and excel with us here!
BComm Academic Success & Advising Centre contact and location information
Sobey 252 (just off the main Sobey Building lobby)
903 Robie St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 3C3
Email: bcomm.advising@smu.ca
Staff
Jill Thomas, Senior Academic Advisor
SB 237
Emma Wicks, BComm Academic Advisor
SB 254
Wendy Wang, BComm Academic Advisor
SB 239
Looking for Graduate Student Information? Contact info.sobeygrad@smu.ca