Double Degree of Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

University of Waterloo

Double down on your love of technology, computer science, and business. In this unique program, you’ll get 2 prestigious degrees and 2 sets of skills in high demand.

Your Waterloo courses will cover fundamental mathematics, computer programming, data structures, algorithms, software engineering, operating systems, and social implications of computing.

At nearby Wilfrid Laurier University, you’ll study all the business basics: finance, accounting, marketing, organizational behaviour, business communication, law, human resource management, and business policy.

Plus, you’ll get 4 to 5 terms of real-world work experience through North America’s largest co-op program.

In just 5 years, you'll earn both a co-op Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) from Waterloo and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Laurier.

Co-op

By alternating school terms and paid co-op work terms throughout your degree, you can explore new career areas and types of employers as your career interests evolve.

Sample co-op job titles

• Full stack developer
• QA analyst
• Secure engineering tools development intern
• Software developer
• Trading products quantitative analyst
• Web UI intern

What can you do with a degree in business and computer science?

Waterloo and Laurier Business Administration and Computer Science graduates often pursue careers in programming, finance, and analysis. They commonly work in technology, investment, and consulting companies.

Recent graduates

• Program Manager - Microsoft
• iOS Software Engineer - Apple
• Business Analyst - CIBC World Markets
• Investment Banking Analyst - Morgan Stanley Canada
• Software Engineer - Google Canada
• Consultant - Deloitte Consulting
• Software Engineer - Amazon

Possible professional designations

• Chartered Professional Accountant
• Chartered Financial Analyst
• Fellow of the Society of Actuaries