Bachelor of Arts, Concentration in Political Economy

at Concordia University of Edmonton Canada

The Bachelor of Arts in Drama is a program that deals with the genre of drama and its influence on literature. The three year undergraduate course in drama is a one of a kind, seemingly interesting degree that has been specifically curated by the faculty at Concordia University of Edmonton. This course deals with theatrical productions of classic plays as well as modern plays and educating students about the various aspects of dramatic literature. Students are introduces to multiple practical, ancient as well as contemporary aspects of drama. Students are informed about the literary as well as technical facets of dramatic literature.
 
Technicalities such as stage management, behind the lens activities as well as the intricate details of playwriting are shared with the students. CU has the most elaborate and one of the best drama programs in the country. Students also have the option of participating in workshops and One-Act Play Festival held in the fall and winter semesters. Many of Concordia’s Drama graduates move on to work in the entertainment industry (film, theatre production, acting and script writing) or as teachers, youth workers or creative workshop leaders. 

Concordia University of Edmonton offers a number of unique, one of a kind programs and one such program is the Bachelor of Management - Conflict Management Emphasis. This is a four year long undergraduate program where students learn to deal with professional level conflicts and other people issues in a corporate environment. The Bachelor of Management - Conflict Management Emphasis program is held in conjunction with the ADR Institute of Alberta (Appropriate Dispute Resolution). 

A number of surveys that were conducted show that, industry leaders, HR and other professionals go through some or the other level of conflict in their daily work lives. Conflict Managers come in handy during such situations and have the skills to deal with a vast array of corporate issues. A number of topics and subjects are chosen which the students study such as Supervision and Conflict Management, and Negotiation and Mediation. The emphasis is unique to Alberta and will help to give Concordia students a competitive advantage in the market place.

Human Resource (HR) professionals provide advice to all levels of an organization in areas such as:

• Personnel management
• Employee recruitment and retention programming
• Suitable candidate selection
• Employee professional development
• Negotiations
• Conflict management

Through face-to-face instruction and interaction, the Human Resources Management Emphasis in the Bachelor of Management program at Concordia University of Edmonton informs your skills for developing and managing organizational talent.

Human resource professionals and managers work in support of line managers and executives to find and develop staff through recruitment, training, and development strategies. Many areas of management are in demand.

Be the HR professional that organizations seek. With a Bachelor of Management degree and a human resources management emphasis from Concordia University of Edmonton, you can pursue careers that include, but are not limited to, arbitrators, corporate trainers, human resources advisors, labour relations advisors, mediators, and recruitment officers.

History is the careful organization of the past and is a very important part of our existence. At Concordia University, students are given the opportunity of taking up an undergraduate three year program in the field of history. Concordia University is home to an extraordinary department of history which helps students to get an all-round, informed approach to the past with guidance by great academics at every step. The program covers African, American, Canadian and European history, as well as special topic courses related to the history of genocide, totalitarianism, science and technology.

Students are provided with state of the art facilities and great faculty as well as the option of a co-operative education program that helps students work while studying. CU provides it students a comprehensive internship program at places of historical importance. Students also have the opportunity of participating in exchange programs all around the world in countries such as England, Scotland, France and many more. By means of this program, students can work out a large number of career options such as journalism, public history, law, teaching, historians, heritage preservation and promotion as well as archival work. 

Mathematics is the basis of many disciplines, and is constantly evolving. This ongoing change allows for exciting educational opportunities for students who wish to tackle challenging problems. Mathematics is involved in a widely diverse number of career paths such a business, computer science, the medical field, and engineering, to name a few.

Sociology is a subject that studies intricate details about the fabric of the society and human role in the society. Concordia University offers its students a 4 year Bachelor’s Degree program in sociology covering a wide multitude of topics such as family, religion, deviance, gender, education, identity, environment, different types of methodologies, relationships between human beings and animals.

For someone who wishes to build a career in social services and social work, this program is ideal. Sociology can be referred to as the science of the society and thus helps an individual gain an insight into the multicultural world. This course deals with multiple aspects of society and research about various social institutions such as religion, education, governance, health-care, family, and law. This course also prepares students to further delve into academics or work as a teacher. Students can enroll themselves in B.Ed. program after the degree finishes if they wish to get into teaching. 

This post-BA program has been designed to meet the needs of students and practicing psychologists to enhance their knowledge and skills in assessment.For post-BA students, the program is intended to offer professional preparation to provide skilled assessment services under the supervision of a registered psychologist (e.g., as a psychological assistant). For registered psychologists, the courses are intended to allow students to incorporate specific domains of psychological knowledge and assessment skills into their professional practice.

Key areas of emphasis include intellectual, personality, forensic, and neuropsychological assessment, in addition to the diagnosis of child, adolescent, and adult psychopathology. Our graduate diploma requires 18 credits or 6 courses worth 3 credits each. Courses are focused on developing students’ theory and knowledge integrated with hands-on practical skills. Our diploma program is set up to provide students with the instruction and practical opportunities to acquire the abilities needed to complete psychological assessments, write reports, and make helpful, reliable, and valid suggestions for the individuals or third parties seeking the assessments.

Chemistry is a broad discipline has many parallels with other science subjects such as physics, mathematics, astronomy and biology. Advancements in the field of chemistry positively impact the environment and have many positive outcomes such as such as efficient fuels, dyes that do not fade advancements, stainless steel and non-rusting metals. Concordia University offers a three year undergraduate degree in the field of chemistry which gives the students plenty of chances to gain a great career. 

Accredited by the Canadian Society of Chemistry, the BSc Chemistry program is a one of kind program that explores the different realms of the subject and also helps the students study chemistry with respect to other subjects such as engineering and nanotechnology, medicine and dentistry, food sciences and environmental sciences. The program has amazing work opportunities owing to the Certificate in Industrial Chemistry gained within the four years of the degree. Concordia University has amazing research opportunities, well equipped laboratories, top notch facilities and a great faculty of highly trained professionals. 

The Graduate Diploma in Information Security is an 18-credit program and is entirely coursework. Any coursework completed or diploma received will count towards the Master of Information Systems Security Management (MISSM) degree should you decide to apply to the MISSM program and get accepted. If you are a MISAM degree graduate, you may not apply for the MISSM degree, however you may receive the Graduate Diploma in Information Security.

Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour and mental processes. As a student of psychology, you will gain invaluable insights into the human condition and explore the phenomena of language, learning, development, personality, and memory. Psychology provides you with not only a wide breadth of knowledge, but also depth, developing and refining skills such as research and analytical assessments, how to communicate with all types of individuals, and how to create practical applications that can enhance the overall human experience.