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Offered collaboratively by the Beedie School of Business and the Department of Philosophy, this unique interdisciplinary program allows students to pursue either a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) or a Bachelor of Arts (BA). The program examines the critical intersections between business practices, ethical reasoning, and legal frameworks, preparing students for complex professional environments and graduate study.
It is ideal for students who want to understand how legal and ethical systems shape business conduct and public policy, and who are considering law school, policy work, consulting, or executive roles in governance and compliance.
Choose a BBA (Beedie) or BA (Philosophy) credential based on your academic focus
Explores the interplay of business strategy, ethics, and legal reasoning
Develops skills in logic, analysis, critical thinking, and corporate social responsibility
Course Overview:
Lower Division (Years 1–2):
Core business courses: accounting, economics, marketing, organizational behavior
Philosophy foundations: critical thinking, logic, ethics, political philosophy
Law-relevant electives: philosophy of law, legal institutions, moral theory
Fulfillment of W (writing) and Q (quantitative) SFU core requirements
Upper Division (Years 3–4):
Advanced coursework in law and policy, law and justice, and seminar
In-depth philosophy modules: mathematics, language, and mind
Access to SFU Co-op Program with placements in law firms, consultancies, and public sector
Applied learning in business ethics, corporate governance, and legal analysis
Research opportunities in philosophy and legal theory
Career support via Beedie Career Management Centre and Philosophy Department advising
Strong preparation for law school, MBA, or graduate philosophy programs
Highly transferable skills applicable to public policy, business strategy, and legal compliance
Mentorship and professional development via Beedie and Philosophy alumni networks
TOEFL (iBT) including Home Edition: Overall score 88 with no part less than 20. TOEFL MyBest (super-scored) or TOEFL Essentials results are not be acceptedIELTS: Overall 6.5 with no part less than 6.0. One Skill Retake results not accepted.Students completing their GCSEs and A-Levels will be considered for admission on a combination of factors including a minimum of 3 A-Level courses, or a combination of 2 A-Level courses and 2 AS-Level courses, with all courses in different subject areas. A/AS-Level Math or A/AS-Level Further Math required.Your personal details, academic qualifications (predicted works too), a personal statement, evidence of your English language skills (with relevant qualifications), a reference and employment history are required for applications.Competence in Quantitative and Analytical skills, a minimum of 50% in Senior Mathematics for admission (based on a 35% pass scale)SFU's Beedie School of Business is accredited by AACSB and EQUIS.Ethics and Compliance OfficerBusiness ConsultantPolicy AnalystGovernment AdvisorCorporate Governance SpecialistPublic Sector LeadershipNon-profit Management
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