Fredericton, New Brunswick
The Faculty of Management is an academic division of the University of New Brunswick, situated on the Fredericton campus in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. Established to provide undergraduate and graduate business education, the faculty operates within one of Canada's oldest English-language universities. The institution offers programs designed to prepare students for careers in business administration, accounting, finance, human resources, marketing, and entrepreneurship. The campus is located at 9 Macaulay Lane in the Singer Hall building, which houses administrative offices, lecture halls, computer labs, and student study spaces.
Academic offerings at the Faculty of Management include the Bachelor of Business Administration, the Master of Business Administration, and specialized joint-degree options such as the Bachelor of Business Administration/Juris Doctor program in partnership with the Faculty of Law. The undergraduate curriculum provides foundational training in core business disciplines during the initial years, followed by opportunities for specialization in areas such as Quantitative Finance, International Business, Logistics, and Managing People and Organizations. Graduate programs include full-time, part-time, and accelerated options, featuring practical components such as applied project courses and study abroad opportunities.
The Faculty of Management holds international accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). AACSB accreditation requires adherence to rigorous standards regarding faculty qualifications, curriculum quality, research output, and continuous improvement mechanisms. This designation ensures that the degree programs align with global standards for management education. The faculty maintains various research centers and institutes, including the International Centre for Innovation in Financial Services and the Centre for Financial Studies, which facilitate faculty research and student involvement in applied financial management.
Student learning within the faculty is supported by practical facilities and experiential learning opportunities. The Centre for Financial Studies operates the Student Investment Fund, a program where selected students manage an actual investment portfolio under the guidance of faculty members and industry professionals. This initiative allows students to gain direct experience in security analysis, portfolio management, and financial reporting. Additionally, the faculty incorporates co-operative education options, allowing eligible students to complete paid work terms with corporate, governmental, and non-profit employers across Canada and internationally.
The faculty structure includes academic departments corresponding to primary functional areas of business, including Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Operations Management. Faculty members engage in peer-reviewed research published in academic journals, focusing on areas such as corporate governance, financial market efficiency, organizational behavior, consumer trends, and supply chain optimization. The integration of faculty research into classroom instruction exposes students to current methodologies and theoretical developments in the field of administrative sciences.
As part of the University of New Brunswick, students enrolled in the Faculty of Management have access to broader university infrastructure and resources. These include the Harriet Irving Library system, campus recreational facilities, student health services, and academic support centers. The faculty maintains ties with alumni networks and local business organizations, facilitating mentorship programs, networking events, and career placement services for graduating students. The strategic location in Fredericton, the provincial capital, provides proximity to government departments, technology firms, and regional business enterprises.
Admission to the Faculty of Management is based on secondary school academic records for undergraduate applicants and undergraduate degree performance, standardized test scores such as the GMAT or GRE, and relevant work experience for graduate applicants. International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency through standardized tests such as TOEFL or IELTS. The curriculum is regularly reviewed by academic committees and external advisory boards composed of industry leaders to maintain relevance to evolving market demands and global business trends.
