UBC Sauder by the Numbers
BEST BUSINESS PROGRAM IN CANADA
Maclean’s University Rankings 2024 #1
IN CANADA FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
Times Higher Education
World University Rankings 2024 #2
50K+ 4.6K+
CURRENT UNDERGRADUATE & GRADUATE STUDENTS
Why UBC Sauder?
UBC SAUDER’S VISION
To build a more just, sustainable, and prosperous world through innovation and responsible leadership. “
We prepare our outstanding and diverse students for the world of work by instilling the values of rigour, respect, and responsibility from day one. Through transformative learning experiences, both inside and outside the classroom, our students gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. Our innovative focus on emotional intelligence development encourages students to consider the broader impact of their actions and find proactive ways to empower others.
Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
UBC Sauder is deeply committed to continually building and enhancing the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) across the School to foster a collaborative and respectful culture.
The Hari B. Varshney Business Career Centre is dedicated to providing career development services, resources, and programming, as well as access to experiential learning and employment opportunities that enable all students to thrive. Our EDI efforts are an ongoing journey and a work in progress, and we look forward to working with the business community as we continue on this path.
Connect with our Hiring Experts at talent@sauder.ubc.ca to get an update on the School’s plans and discuss how we can support your EDI recruitment programs.
Hari B. Varshney Business Career Centre
BUSINESS CAREER CENTRE’S VISION:
Students are ready for their unique career journeys as responsible leaders, both today and tomorrow.
Getting students career and life-ready
As innovative career educators, we support our students in creating meaningful personal and professional lives and preparing them for the future of work. We achieve this through customized services focused on personal and professional development and engagement with business communities.
Personal development
Our services empower students to build self-awareness and understand their strengths, values, and goals. This foundation helps prepare students to forge careers meaningful to them. With this, they will understand how their values align with future employers and how they can add to an organization’s culture.
These services include 1:1 career coaching and emotional intelligence (EQ) development opportunities. We provide students with tools to grow as empathetic, responsible leaders to help them thrive today and in their future careers.
18
Staff certified in EQ coaching (2024/25)
Professional development
1,000+
Students completed EQ assessments (2024/25)
We provide students with the tools to successfully transition from the classroom to the workplace. Considering our employers’ needs, the market, and our students’ professional goals, we facilitate work experience opportunities for students to gain the hard and human skills essential for current and future success.
Through our Co-op work terms, internships, Community Business Projects, mentorship programs, and more, we prepare students to add value to organizations as soon as they walk in the door.
140+
UBC Sauder students participated in our mentorship programs (2024/25)
660+
Co-op work terms, internships, and volunteer consulting projects facilitated by the Business Career Centre (2024/25)
Connecting with business communities
Employers like you are vital to our students’ career development, so we foster a rich network between our students and business communities.
We facilitate student connections to business communities through company recruiting sessions, informational interviews, networking events, mock interviews, case competitions, and live cases in the classroom. Connect with UBC Sauder students to get front-line access to new, high-achieving talent.
109
employers participated in our hiring events to meet and engage with our students (2024/25)
120
Companies hosted information/recruiting sessions (2024/25)
Connect
Whether you’re a large organization, non-profit, or startup, here are ways to connect with UBC Sauder students. Find and help develop new talent for your organization. In-person and virtual options are available.
INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWS
Connect 1:1 with UBC Sauder students interested in your industry or company and help them explore career paths.
RECRUITING EVENTS
Attend our recruiting events to get a sneak peek at emerging talent and connect with potential hires.
MOCK INTERVIEWS
Get to know our students and help set them up for success by participating in student mock interviews.
STUDENT CLUBS
Build awareness of your recruitment activities and connect with targeted groups of candidates. Learn more about undergraduate student clubs at cus.ca and MBA clubs at mbasociety.ca
CASE COMPETITIONS
Prepare a real-life business challenge for students to get a first-hand view of their critical thinking skills. Sponsorship recognition opportunities are available.
MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS
Enrich the educational experience of our students by sharing your knowledge and industry expertise through one of our mentorship programs.
COMPANY RECRUITING & INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS
Showcase your company’s culture, vision, and job opportunities to current students by hosting a session on campus, off-campus, or virtually.
LIVE CASES IN THE CLASSROOM
Gain a fresh perspective by having students work in class on a real-life business case challenge related to your organization.
Recruit
Hire recent UBC Sauder graduates for full-time roles or current students as interns or Co-ops for shortterm initiatives during their academic programs. Save time and money by promoting job opportunities to our diverse groups of students at no cost.
POST FULL-TIME ROLES
Hire new graduates and recent alumni for entrylevel to more senior management roles. Promote opportunities on UBC Sauder’s exclusive job board.
INTERVIEW
We make it easy for you to interview UBC Sauder candidates. We can provide the facilities, schedule interviews, and handle all the logistical details.
POST AN INTERNSHIP, CO-OP ROLE, OR SUMMER PROJECT
Hire candidates throughout the year. Promote opportunities on UBC Sauder’s exclusive job board to 4,600+ current undergraduate and graduate students.
DEVELOP A CAMPUS RECRUITMENT STRATEGY
We can help you navigate your options and target student groups you want to reach to meet your justin-time or long-term hiring needs.
VIEW OUR MBA & MBAN PROFILE BOOKS
Preview profiles of masters-level candidates seeking internships and full-time roles. We can connect you directly with talent whose experience and career interests align with your hiring needs.
GET IN TOUCH TO CONNECT AND RECRUIT UBC SAUDER STUDENTS
talent@sauder.ubc.ca
Tel (604) 822-6479
Toll-free 1-877-777-6479
Post a job
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Overview of Programs
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom):
0 - 2 years of experience
UBC BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (BCOM) & BCOM CO-OP
The UBC BCom program equips high-achieving, top talent with a broad foundation in business theory and in-depth experience in 10 different specializations, making them ideal candidates for junior and intermediate roles across any industry.
STUDENTS ENROLLED: 4,002
CO-OP STUDENTS ENROLLED: 650
PROGRAM LENGTH: 4 years
AVAILABILITY:
• Summer internship: May–August
• Co-op work terms: September/January/May
• Part-time positions: throughout the year
• New graduates: May and January
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Master of Management (MM):
0 - 2 years of experience
UBC MASTER OF MANAGEMENT (MM)
MM candidates are highachieving entry-level talent with in-depth business expertise. They offer diverse, multidisciplinary perspectives that blend their non-business undergraduate degrees with master’s-level business training.
STUDENTS ENROLLED: 195
PROGRAM LENGTH: 6-9 months*
* Varies for some MM students, depending on their undergraduate program
AVAILABILITY:
• Community Business Project: September - November or January - March
• New graduates: January and June
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Master of Business Analytics (MBAN):
5 years average of experience
Master of Business Administration (MBA): 6 years average of experience
Professional MBA (PMBA): 9 years average of experience
UBC MASTER OF BUSINESS ANALYTICS (MBAN)
MBAN candidates have the most sought-after data and analytical competencies to make strategic decisions within a broader business context. They deeply understand business challenges and can uncover data insights that lead to meaningful recommendations for your leadership and operational teams.
STUDENTS ENROLLED: 117
PROGRAM LENGTH: 12 months
AVAILABILITY:
• Internship: May-August
• New graduates: September
UBC MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
Selected for their diverse perspectives and backgrounds, MBA candidates are poised to impact organizations in today’s competitive international business environment. These experienced candidates gain a holistic understanding of business and learn to make strategic decisions to maximize success.
STUDENTS ENROLLED: 181
PROGRAM LENGTH: 16 months
AVAILABILITY:
• Summer Internship: May-August
• New graduates: January
UBC PROFESSIONAL MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (PMBA)
PMBA candidates are working professionals looking to advance their careers. They are strategic thinkers with exceptional people, project, and time management skills and are in leadership roles across various industries in the Canadian market.
STUDENTS ENROLLED: 124
PROGRAM LENGTH: 24 months
AVAILABILITY:
• Year-round
Hire a Bachelor of Commerce Co-op
Access pre-screened talent selected for growth potential and strong transferable skills.
Approximately 60% of our Co-ops convert into fulltime roles, making this program an efficient and costeffective way to build your talent pipeline.
Hire students full-time throughout the year, offering flexibility for project-based and day-to-day work requirements.
Students receive personalized support from the Co-op Program via pre-employment training and organized check-ins.
AVAILABILITY:
September, January & May 4 or 8-month work terms
650
BComs are currently participating in the program
$3,913
Average monthly Co-op salary in 2024-25
$3,750 Statistics:
Median monthly Co-op salary in 2024-25
Hire a Bachelor of Commerce Summer Intern
Highly motivated talent eager to grow their experience and make an impact.
Help shape potential future candidates by engaging with current BCom students. Opportunities include:
• Summer internships from May to August.
• Part-time work experience throughout the year.
Most local employers start recruiting BCom summer interns in January, but some recruit in September for the following summer.
4,002
students available for summer internships
$3,000 - $3,500
Monthly internship salary range
Post your summer and part-time roles
Send your job description to talent@sauder.ubc.ca we’ll help connect you with top talent.
Recent internship employers:
CLOUDADVISORS
DELOITTE
JA BRITISH COLUMBIA
QUADREAL PROPERTY GROUP
RBC
TELUS
VANCOUVER FRASER PORT AUTHORITY
Hire a Bachelor of Commerce Grad
Diverse and high-achieving students ready for junior and intermediate roles across any industry.
In-demand talent with specialized business knowledge and essential management skills.
Broad foundation in business theory and workplace skills such as communication, organization, and leadership.
AVAILABILITY: January & May Recruit year-round
Class of 2024 career outcomes:
Employers:
Job titles:
• Business Analyst
• HR Coordinator
• Investment Banking Analyst
• Marketing Coordinator
• Staff Accountant
Hire a Master of Management Grad
High-achieving and diverse entry-level talent poised to drive innovation and growth.
Strategic problem-solvers who apply analytical and critical thinking skills to complex business challenges.
Adaptable collaborators bringing fresh perspectives from various fields and multidisciplinary approaches.
Effective communicators skilled at data-driven decision-making, market analysis, and strategic planning.
AVAILABILITY:
June & January
Begin recruiting in March & October
candidates 195
Class of 2025 statistics: average age 23 years work experience 0-2 countries represented 15
Class of 2024 career outcomes:
$60,000
Community Business Project:
The Community Business Project provides not-for-profit organizations, corporations with CSR initiatives, and social enterprises with free consulting projects from teams of bright, creative, and highly motivated Master of Management students.
SAUDER.UBC.CA/CBP
Job titles:
• Business Analyst
• Consultant
• CRM & Web Specialist
• Development Coordinator
• Merchandising Coordinator
• Project Coordinator
Employers:
• Diversity, equity & inclusion
• Fundraising plans
• Marketing & communications plans
• New product development
• Organizational culture
• Strategic partnerships
• Volunteer recruitment Typical projects include:
ELECTRONIC ARTS NESTLÉ
PROVINCIAL HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
THE SENTIS GROUP
MACKENZIE INVESTMENTS
ZIMMER BIOMET
VESSI
Hire a Masters of Business Analytics Intern
SUMMER INTERNSHIP DURATION: May to August 8-16 weeks based on full-time hours; begin recruiting in January
In this intense and collaborative program, students from diverse backgrounds learn how to use the power of data to envision and solve complex business problems.
Students cover the full range of advanced analytics work:
• Descriptive analytics: create data pipelines and visualize ‘what happened’
• Diagnostic & predictive analytics: identify drivers and forecast outcomes
• Prescriptive analytics: recommend optimal solutions to complex problems
Class of 2025 statistics: MBAN internship areas include:
• Analytics
• Customer portfolios
• Machine learning
• Marketing analytics
Average years work experience
$3,500 - $5,000
Monthly internship salary range
Recent internship employers:
• New product development
• Optimization
• Predictive analytics
• Process analytics
• Simulation modeling
• Supply chain analytics
• Text analytics
According to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada, international students are eligible to work full-time (at least 35 hours/week) during their internship with a valid Co-op Work Permit.
MBAN candidates are eligible to transition to full-time employment upon completing their internship.
Hire a Masters of Business Analytics Grad
Experts at uncovering meaningful data insights and proposing compelling recommendations for your business.
Equipped with the most sought-after analytical competencies to make strategic decisions.
Versatile and effective communicators with both technical and management stakeholders.
Class of 2024 career outcomes:
$75,000
median salary
AVAILABILITY: September Begin recruiting in June
International MBAN graduates are eligible to apply for an open postgraduation work permit (PGWP) upon program completion.
They can begin working full-time upon application for this permit without any gap in work.
Job titles:
• Business Analyst
• Business Intelligence Developer
• Consultant & Project Manager
• Corporate Analytics Developer
• Customer and Business Insights Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Product Marketing Analyst
• Senior Financial Analyst
Hire a Masters of Business Administration Intern
Experienced candidates selected for their diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
Jumpstart a new project or gain a fresh perspective on existing processes.
Get strategic guidance on generating new revenue, product/service development & marketing solutions.
Specialized career tracks
Each track focuses on a specific discipline while broadening our students’ understanding of business:
SUMMER INTERNSHIP DURATION: May to August 8-16 weeks based on full-time hours Begin recruiting in January
• Climate
• Custom (enables exploration of multiple sectors)
• Finance
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Product & Service Management
• Technology & Analytics Leadership
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Hire a Master of Business Administration Grad
Global talent ready to make an impact in the Canadian market.
Strategic decision makers with a holistic understanding of business.
Possess collaborative management techniques to innovate and transform your organization.
AVAILABILITY: January Begin recruiting in September
Class of 2025 statistics:
candidates 82 speak two or more languages 93%
31 have international work experience 43%
6 average age
average years of work experience
Employers:
Job titles:
• Consultant, Data Engineer
• Executive Director, Communications
• IT Project Manager
• Merchandising Business Analyst
• Product Owner
• Senior Business Analyst
Class of 2024 career outcomes:
• Senior Product Manager median salary $91,000
Hire a Professional Master of Business Administration Grad
Working professionals looking to advance their careers.
Strategic thinkers with exceptional people, project, and time management skills.
Leaders and managers across a diverse range of industries in the Canadian market.
AVAILABILITY: Year-round
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Partner With a Student Club
Our students participate in a range of clubs related to their varied career interests. Connect with targeted groups of candidates through student clubs and participate in their events, such as networking socials and case competitions.
STUDENT SOCIETIES
Commerce Undergraduate Society: CUS.ca
UBC Alma Mater Society (AMS): ams.ubc.ca
UBC Sauder MBA Society: mbasociety.ca
BOLT UBC
Creative Industries Network (CIN)
UNDERGRADUATE
Co-op Student Association of Sauder (COSAS)
CUS Sustainability
Emerging Women in Finance (EWiF)
Enactus UBC
UBC Accounting Club
UBC BizChina
UBC BizTech
UBC eProjects
UBC Finance Association
UBC Human Resource Management Club
UBC Marketing Association
UBC Real Estate Club
UBC Social Enterprise Club
UBC Supply Chain & Operations Association
UBC Tax Assistance Clinic for Students (TACS)
UBC Trading Group
Mentor a Student
MBA
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club
MBA Finance Club
Product & Service Management Club
Sauder Gives Back
Sauder Women in Business Club
UBC MBA Net Impact
EDI
Ascend UBC
CUS Equity & Inclusion
CUS Pride
UBC Black Student Union
UBC Indigenous Business Association
UBC Young Black Professionals
Young Women in Business UBC
CONSULTING
180 Degrees Consulting
Strategy Consulting Initiative
UBC Sauder Management Consulting Club
Take part in one of our mentorship programs to help unlock potential and guide students as they explore their career goals:
• Brand Management Mentorship Program • Finance Mentorship Program • MBA Mentor Program • Real Estate Internship & Mentorship Program
When Should You Start to Recruit?
Hire Co-op students
When should I start recruiting Co-op students?
Hire interns
When should I start recruiting interns?
Some companies recruit internship talent in September for the following summer.
Hire for full-time
When should I start recruiting for full-time roles?
Co-op students are available for 4 or 8- month work terms ACCESS TOOLS created by our team to guide you through the hiring process.
Get in touch with our team for more information about how to connect with and recruit our students: talent@sauder.ubc.ca
Tel +1 604.822.6479
Fax (604) 822.1271
Toll free (Canada & US) 1.877.777.6479
Hari B. Varshney Business Career Centre
UBC Sauder School of Business
155 – 2053 Main Mall Vancouver, BC, Canada
V6T 1Z2
To promote your organization to other UBC students, connect with the UBC Career Centre here: hireastudent.ubc.ca/contact
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