A unique First Nations perspective in the fields of business management and public administration

1 First Nations Way
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4S 7K2

Phone: 306 790-5950, extension 3225
Fax: 306 790-5992
Email: SOBPA

The First Nations University of Canada stands at the forefront of Aboriginal education and traditional knowledge. Our deep commitment to students, our unique and welcoming environment, the inspired teachings of our Elders and faculty make us, "The University for Student Success!"

Established in 1976 as a federated partner of the University of Regina, the First Nations University of Canada is an independently administered university/college that offers quality education in an environment of First Nations cultural affirmation.

Leading in First Nations Business Education

The School of Business is located on three campuses: Regina, Saskatoon, Prince Albert. We provide full-time and part-time opportunities to study management and administration. Our certificate, diploma and bachelor degree programs provide participants with various levels of educational training options.

The Bachelor of Administration degree offers students the option of specializing in several core concentration areas. Our certificates and diploma also provide an opportunity to specialize in each area of study. Each of our specialization areas has been carefully designed in consultation with private and public sector organizations in order to ensure the highest standard of quality and relevance.

Learning and Training Opportunities

The School of Business and Public Administration provides management and specialization opportunities in the following areas:

• Hospitality, Tourism, and Gaming Entertainment Management
• First Nations Public Administration
• First Nations Economic Development

The concentration areas will be expanded to include studies in First Nations governance and entrepreneurship. Further, students have the option of taking a General Management degree that provides the opportunity to take classes in all the core and specialty areas of management.

Programs

• Marketing
• Finance
• Accounting
• Human Resource Management

One of our greatest strengths is that our faculty provides students with a unique First Nations perspective in the fields of business management and public administration. Along with the necessary skills to work within the public and private sectors, the faculty ensures our students have the most appropriate skills and experience to thrive in a world filled with ever growing diversity. Therefore, our students are well prepared to work within First Nations and Non- First Nations organizations, governments, both public and private sectors.

Our faculty is committed to outstanding research that brings the best of “both worlds” into the business classroom.

 
The curriculum offers a balance between theory, conceptual thinking and practical technical knowledge.

 
The School of Business and Public Administration Student Association, our administration student body, works closely with our administration to provide a variety of student support services and networking opportunities.

A challenging and rewarding life awaits you in the world of business and public administration. We will equip you with the skills to play a prominent role in a fast-paced, highly-competitive business world.

The School of Business and Public Administration, in association the U of R Faculty of Business Administration, offers students opportunities to work towards careers in the following:

• Accounting
• Marketing
• Finance
• Human Resource Management
• Operations Management