Welcome to the online Bachelor of Commerce Program
Distance Learning Program - Online
Nipissing University has a pathway for just about everyone!
Whether you are a graduate of post-secondary education, a working professional, newcomer to Canada or someone who has graduated from high school and would like the option to study from a distance or online, we have a pathway that recognizes your past education and professional credentials.
Nipissing University offers a Bachelor of Commerce (4-year) 120 credit degree and a Bachelor of Commerce (3-year) 90 credit degree that can be completed on a full-time or part- time basis. We also have 3 full semesters each year, allowing you to progress towards your academic goals as quickly as you wish to.
You will study through our online learning platform, Blackboard. You can choose to take a course delivered purely online, which will allow you the most flexibility to study on your own schedule or you can choose to take a course delivered SYNC (synchronous) online. This is a live streamed class, which is scheduled during the evening between 6-9pm between Monday-Friday. If you reside near one of our four college partners, Algonquin, Centennial, Lambton or St. Clair, you can choose to register for a Nipissing Bachelor of Commerce course delivered on that campus. All scheduled classes run between 5pm-9pm, Monday to Friday.
Please note, international student applicants: This program is an online program and may impact your eligibility for a Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). Please review requirements before applying to the program at Immigration and citizenship - Canada.ca.
Note: All new students will apply to the BComm (4-year) degree. Students who wish to graduate with a BComm (3-year) degree can submit a program change request by emailing programchange@nipissingu.ca once they have been accepted into the program.
Online Information Sessions
The CPP and Distance Program Manager hosts online information sessions which you can attend from any location, as long as you have access to a computer and the Internet (Google Chrome is the preferred web browser). During these live sessions you will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about our business degree options.
All information sessions are scheduled from 7:00PM-8:00PM and you can log in 15 minutes before the start of the presentation. A link to the presentation will be sent to you the day before the presentation. Below are the upcoming information session dates:
- April 9, 2024
- May 7, 2024
- May 21, 2024
- June 4, 2024
- June 18, 2024
- July 2, 2024
- July 16, 2024
- July 23, 2024
To register for an online information session, please email bcomm@nipissingu.ca and include your name and email to sign up for the information session. You will be provided with a link that will allow you to sign into the information session at the scheduled time.
Please access the Registration tab for instructions on understanding your transfer credits, choosing your courses, using WebAdvisor and Blackboard. Students will reference the tabs below to stay informed throughout the academic year.
Please plan to attend the New Student Orientation (NSO) Q&A for the 2024 Spring/Summer intake (May 2024) on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 7pm. A link will be sent to you on Monday April 22, 2024. Please log in using a Chrome browser.
Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Commerce Program requirements can be viewed through the Academic Calendar.
Course Listings
- Accounting (ACCT)
- Administrative Studies (ADMN)
- Finance (FINC)
- Marketing (MKTG)
- Organizational Studies (ORGS)
- Technology Management (TMGT)
- Complete listing of all courses
Please note that not all courses offerings are delivered online.
Exams
Most Nipissing University courses will have a final exam. Your professor will decide how the exam will be delivered. They will decide whether it will be an invigilated (proctored) written exam at an exam center, online exam or a take home exam.
Exams can be scheduled from Monday-Saturday during the day or evening. Please alert your employer and do not plan personal or professional events or travel during the full exam period. There will be no exam deferrals because of personal or professional conflicts. Exam deferrals are allowed for situations such as emergencies, sickness, weather events that prevent you from writing an exam. Exam deferrals are requested through WebAdvisor. Your exam schedule will be available approximately 8 weeks before the start of the exam period.
For invigilated paper written exams, you are responsible for booking an exam center to write your exam(s) with an approved proctor, for paying any fees charged by the proctor for their invigilation services, and for ensuring the Distance Exam Request Form is submitted by the deadline each term. You must schedule your Distance Exam(s) on the same date as found in your exam schedule in WebAdvisor. The exam schedule information will be posted on your exam timetable, which can be found on WebAdvisor approximately 8 weeks prior to the start of the exam period.
For invigilated paper written exams, if you do not submit the completed Distance Exam Request Form by the deadline date every term, by default, your exam(s) will be written in North Bay at the scheduled date and time.
Click here to review the FAQ information about final exams.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding Distance Exams, please contact the Office of the Registrar at distance_exams@nipissingu.ca or at ext. 4513.
Blackboard
Blackboard Learn is an easy-to-use, interactive browser-based course environment. You can download the Blackboard app through the app store to access the software on your mobile device or tablet.
E-Learning user's guide
Blackboard Learn is an easy-to-use, interactive browser-based course environment. This User's Guide will show you the basics for getting started.
Blackboard Learn Resources
LIT has developed and collected a series of video tutorials in order to assist faculty, staff and students in using the university wide Learning Management System (LMS).
Useful Downloads for Blackboard
This guide contains valuable information regarding required plug-ins and downloads needed in order to use Blackboard.
Textbook Listing
Before purchasing course materials, ensure you are ordering the correct items.
Click the above "Textbook Listing" and the link will take you to the Nipissing eBookstore and choose 'Department: All', 'Location: Online'. Use the course code and section that you registered to see the textbook that you will need to purchase. Be sure to see your instructor's name in the listing. Textbooks can be purchased through the Nipissing bookstore, Amazon, Publisher or used (ensure you purchase the correct edition).
Nipissing University Student Union (NUSU)
The Nipissing University Student Union (NUSU), Local 20 of the Canadian Federation of Students, is a body comprised of all Nipissing University students, representing approximately 5000 members at the main campus in North Bay, and long-distance students. Collectively, students have a much stronger voice, and NUSU is the embodiment of this voice. Members should expect accurate representation, social advocacy, diverse programming, and a number of services on behalf of the students from their Student Union.
Academic Advising
Email, advising@nipissingu.ca
Undergraduate students who wish to plan their programs or who need advice on any academic matter should consult an Academic Advisor. This may include, but is not limited to: planning for degree programs, choosing courses, and clarifying academic procedures or regulations. The Academic Advising Office also determines students' Second and Dual Degree Requirements and considers students' Overload and Letter of Permission Requests. EVERYONE SHOULD MEET WITH AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR AT LEAST ONCE IN THEIR DEGREE PROGRAM.
The Advising team is committed to providing you support and service during this public health emergency. Students in all of Nipissing's undergraduate programs will be able to sign up to chat live with an advisor using their Nipissing student email addresses and our virtual sign in sheet (found here). Chats will take place in Microsoft Teams and students can find instructions here. The sign up will open each weekday at 9am, and we will begin inviting students to chat starting at 9:30. The sign up will close when it appears we are full for the day, however we do encourage students to try again the following morning. We anticipate the list may fill quickly in the first few days of September, but that the list will remain open longer as days pass and we work through the volume.
This waiting list service allows students to follow their progress in line, and notifies students via text and email when an advisor is preparing their file. We're very excited to launch this new initiative as an additional way to support students this fall!
For those who prefer email, distance students can reach us by email at advising@nipissingu.ca . We will endeavour to respond as quickly as possible and appreciate your patience as there may be a delay.
Students are responsible for ensuring that the courses in which they register meet the degree requirements of their programs.
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