Welcome

Get Ready

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has many resources available to assist you with your transition to university.

Academic Advising Syllabus

• Accept Offer of Admission

  You can accept your Offer of Admission in the Admissions Channel in PAWS. 

  Detailed Acceptance Instructions 

  A few weeks after accepting your offer of admission, you will receive a welcome letter from Edwards via PAWS email and hardcopy via mail. Prior to registration, you will receive an letter via PAWS email from Edwards that includes details on courses and how to register.

• UStart and Orientation/Welcome Activities

  Once you have received an Offer of Admission, consider attending a UStart event to learn everything you need to know to register for courses.

  Attend Orientation/Welcome Activities to familiarize yourself with campus and meet other students.

  Learn more and sign up 

• New to USask

  Visit the USask new students’ site prior to your arrival on campus. We encourage you to review the information available about sending final transcripts, choosing courses, purchasing textbooks, planning finances, health coverage and ordering your Student ID Card.

  New USask Students

  Visit the Usask current students’ site as you transition into your university studies. Here, you can find a list of student services available to you, such as Student Central and the health, counselling, disability, learning and protective services available to USask students. 

  Current Usask Students

International Students

• Admission Requirements

  Admission to the B.Comm. program is competitive. A complete listing of admission requirements is available here.

• International Student and Study Abroad Centre (ISSAC)
  ISSAC provides various supports to all new and continuing international students. Check out ISSAC for further details.
• On-campus Housing
  Many international students choose to live in one of our safe and welcoming on-campus residences.

B.Comm. Requirements

The Bachelor of Commerce program is a 4-year program, provided you take ten classes per academic year. Some students choose to take fewer classes and take a bit longer to complete their studies. You will apply for a major in January of your second year; admission to majors is based on your cumulative average in the program to the end of Term 1 in your second year. 

B.Comm. Program Overview

• Average Requirements

  If you attempt a minimum of 18 credit units (May-April) you are required to maintain a 60% yearly average to remain in good standing. If your yearly average is below 60% or if you fail 50% or more of the courses you attempt in a year, a Faculty Action will be placed on your record, and you may be required to discontinue your studies for one or more years, depending on the circumstances.

  You are eligible to receive a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.) degree once you have passed all required courses with a grade of 50% or higher and earned a cumulative, major and current year weighted average (May 1-April 30) of at least 60%. 

  You can view more information about regulations on PAWS under the Edwards Students' tab.

• Mid-terms, Assignments and Final Examinations

  If you miss a mid-term examination or an assignment, please contact your professor to make alternate arrangements.

  The final examination schedule (date, time and location) is made available approximately 8 weeks prior to the start of final exams in the Fall and Winter terms. The exams website also includes information about potential exam conflicts (two exams at the same time, three exams in a row, etc.).

  We will consider deferred exam requests for final exams based on medical or compassionate reasons supported with documentation. If you miss a final exam, you will need to speak with an Edwards Undergraduate Programs Advisor within three (3) days of the missed exam. If you miss a final exam due to travel and/or vacation plans you will not be approved for a deferred exam.

  You can view more information about regulations on PAWS under the Edwards Students' tab.

First Year at Edwards

As a new Edwards student, you probably have a lot of questions about how to create your schedule, register for classes, and pay your tuition and fees. We encourage you to review the information below to ensure that you are prepared to begin your studies. 

For starters, familiarize yourself with PAWS, as it is your one-stop-shop for information under the 'Edwards Students' tab and the 'Edwards Career Services' tab.

• Create Schedule and Register

  We encourage you to review the course descriptions and pre-requisite requirements within the course and program catalogue to ensure you are planning your course selections appropriately. 

  Course and Program Catalogue 

  Once you decide on which courses you want to take you need to decide when you will take them.  You may search the course offerings to see the dates and times each course is offered.

  Search for Classes 

  Print off a class schedule worksheet to keep track of the Course Reference Numbers (CRNs), days and times of each course offering. As an alternative you can also use the Plan Ahead function in PAWS.

  When registration opens, you will need to enter in each CRN to register for the appropriate course and section. 

  You may register for your courses through the Registration Channel in PAWS. 

  Registration Instructions

• Add or Drop Classes

  After registering for your classes, keep in mind that there are add/drop deadlines to allow you to make changes to your schedule if you need to. You may change your registration within PAWS in accordance with these deadlines.

  If you withdraw from a course prior to the withdrawal deadline there is no academic penalty, which means that a “W” will appear on your transcript and this will not affect your average.

  Review Add/Drop Dates

• COMM 101.3 Requirement

  As a new student to Edwards, you will be taking COMM 101.3 and its respective lab.  The lab has some requirements that you can find below.

  COMM 101 Lab Requirements

• Tuition and Fees

  After registering for your courses, you will be able to check your Account Summary in the Tuition Channel in PAWS to see how much you owe in tuition and student fees. 

  Tuition and fee details

  Tuition payment and due dates

• Privacy

  Our privacy policies are designed to protect the privacy of students in all situations and are congruent with the policies for student privacy at the University of Saskatchewan.

  The University of Saskatchewan and Edwards School of Business are always committed to the well-being of our students. Because of this, and in accordance with The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy legislation, we will not discuss particular details about a student without the student’s permission.

  This legislation includes speaking with parents, guardians and family members, which means we cannot provide information regarding the status of a student’s grades, registration, financial status or breach of academic standards to family members or friends of a student.

  These measures not only meet our legal requirements but also protect the safety of our Edwards community. Please contact us for more details or to schedule an appointment to speak with an academic advisor.

Edwards Supports and Services

Email is the official form of communication at USask and it is your responsibility to check your PAWS account regularly.

Familiarize yourself with PAWS, as this is where we share current information about our programs, services, academic planning, regulations, upcoming events and deadlines. You will also use PAWS to check your USask email, access Canvas, book advising appointments and boardrooms, RSVP to events, and so much more.

We share important information with students through weekly email newsletters, delivered on the following days:

• • Monday – Edwards Student and Faculty Services, Edwards Career Services, “The Latest”  including "My Career Update".
  • Monday – Edwards Business Students' Society.

• Student & Faculty Services Office

  Edwards, Room 185 (main floor, office wing) | Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - Noon; 1:00 - 4:00 pm
  undergrad@edwards.usask.ca | 306-966-4785

  The Student & Faculty Services Office team is here to support you as you pursue your Bachelor of Commerce degree or Certificate at the Edwards School of Business.

  If you need to find a classroom in the Edwards building there is a kiosk located on the first floor of Edwards, just outside of Career Services where you may access a map of Edwards. Click on “Find my Way” for maps of room locations within Edwards.

  Most times of the year, we can answer your questions during drop-in advising hours. During busy times of the year or for in-depth counseling, we encourage you to book an academic advising appointment online in PAWS, or through the Edwards app.

  Book an Academic Advising Appointment 

  Academic Advising Syllabus

• Career Services

  Edwards, Room 141 (main floor, beside office wing) | Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - Noon; 1:00 - 4:00 pm 
  careers@edwards.usask.ca | 306-966-2586 

  Edwards Career Services provides advice on resumes, interviews, job searches, career paths, and career action planning exclusively for Edwards students. This office also manages the Edwards Co-operative Education Program, generously supported by Federated Co-operatives Limited, which is an 8-month paid work term; applications open in the fall of your second year.

  You can view more information about regulations on PAWS under the 'Edwards Career Services' tab.

  Book a Career Advising Appointment 

• Hanlon Centre for International Business Studies

  Edwards, Room 41 (bottom floor)
  werenka@edwards.usask.ca | 306-966-4262

  Are you interested in studying abroad or pursuing international business classes and workshops? Stop by to talk about international study opportunities and available funding to attend international conferences, study abroad placements, summer school opportunities, and experiential learning initiatives. You can also inquire about the International Business Minor.

• Technology Support Centre

  itsupport@usask.ca | 306-966-2222

  The University of Saskatchewan Technology Support Centre provides technical support for your computing needs.

• Rawlinson Centre for Indigenous Business Students

  Edwards, Room 91 (lower floor, inside office wing) | Open Daily, Monday - Friday 
  undergrad@edwards.usask.ca | 306-966-4785

  Through various Indigenous initiatives, Edwards strives to support our Indigenous business students. The Rawlinson Centre for Indigenous Business Students is a place for you to meet and get to know each other. The room is equipped with study space, computer workstations and a small boardroom. In addition to a place to meet with friends or work on course projects, the Rawlinson Centre has information on scholarships, tutoring and employment opportunities. The Rawlinson Centre also hosts the Indigenous Business Students Society (IBSS) club office.

• Faculty and Staff

  There are four departments within the Edwards School of Business, each managed by a Department Head including Accounting, Finance and Management Science, Human Resources and Organizational Behaviour, and Management and Marketing.

  Staff and Faculty Directory 

• Study Spaces and Resources

  The Moeller Resource Room and Lounge, located at the top of the stairs on the 2nd level, has many tables to use for studying, as well as boardrooms for project work. This room also has audio-visual capabilities for presentations, and many electrical plugs located throughout so you may charge your laptops and other electronic devices. There is also a student lounge and eating area.

  Book a Boardroom Online 

  Students who are looking for help with math, finance, statistics or accounting courses may benefit from hiring a tutor. Tutor lists for these courses are available online or in hard copy outside Rm. 185 Edwards. Visit PAWS for more information.

Get Involved

We encourage you to get involved beyond the classroom, as this is a great way to enhance your experience at university!

• University of Saskatchewan Students' Union (USSU)

  As a University of Saskatchewan student, you are a member of the University of Saskatchewan Students Union, which represents students to ensure the university continues to meet your academic and non-academic needs.

• Edwards Business Students' Society (EBSS)
  Edwards, Room 247 | admin.ebss@usask.ca
  
  The Edwards Business Students’ Society Inc. (EBSS) exists to represent and work on behalf of all the students of the N. Murray Edwards School of Business to supplement the university experience with a diverse number of social, academic, athletic, and charitable events throughout the school year.
  
  The EBSS also manages Edwards Clubs (pertaining to each of the six majors offered), which you may join regardless of whether or not you have selected your major.
• Edwards Queer Students' Society (EQSS)
  The Edwards Queer Students Society (EQSS) is a club that aims to support and engage with 2SLGBTQIA+ students. They are dedicated to creating and fostering safe spaces around Edwards. They help the Edwards community feel comfortable living their most authentic life through this welcoming and nurturing environment.
• Edwards JDC West

  JDC West is the most prestigious undergraduate business competition in Western Canada. The competition is a three-day event that showcases academics, athletics, debate, and an out-of-the-box social competition. This event hosts approximately 1,300 attendees with 650 undergraduate delegates from twelve of the premier post-secondary institutions across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.

  The Edwards School of Business JDC West team puts students in a position to succeed at the competition and beyond through relentless practice and team camaraderie.

• Enactus

  Enactus University of Saskatchewan is a student-run, non-profit organization that uses entrepreneurial action to create better and more sustainable communities in our province. Enactus creates a positive impact in the community while developing team members' skills through real-world experiences.

• Indigenous Business Students' Society (IBSS)
  Edwards, Room 91 | indigenousbss@gmail.com
  
  The Indigenous Business Students’ Society (IBSS) is a group within the Edwards School of Business that works towards enriching the student experience.
• Young Women in Business University of Saskatchewan (YWiB)

  Young Women in Business University of Saskatchewan (YWiB USask) aims to engage and inspire women from different educational and professional backgrounds in the early stages of their career to achieve success in their own terms. Through networking and skill-building opportunities, members will connect, grow, and learn to become active and conscientious members of our community.