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As members of a global community, we all have a vested interest in the financial matters that shape our everyday existence. From regional economies fueling national sectors to the intricate dynamics of international commerce, Cape Breton Island serves as a distinctive window into the ever-changing economic landscape.
Economics, the study of optimal resource allocation in production, trade, and consumption, attracts learners from across the globe who come here to deepen their comprehension of both local and worldwide economic systems. These students graduate equipped with the expertise and assurance required to launch careers in the field of economics.
CBU's economics faculty consists of committed experts who continuously monitor worldwide economic trends. This enables students to access current insights about wealth generation, labor conflicts, joblessness, price increases, taxation, energy costs, and global commerce - merely scratching the surface. With state-of-the-art infrastructure and an extensive course catalog, we provide everything necessary to attain genuine economic achievement beyond academia.
An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance.
General Requirements for High School Graduates
English 12 (academic or advanced)
Math 12 (academic or advanced)
3 additional grade 12 academic or advanced level courses
TOEFL score of 550 (paper test), 213 (computer test), or 80 (internet test)
IELTS Academic (and IELTS Indicator) score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0
CAEL score of 60 (this includes CAEL Online)
MELAB score of 85
Pearson PTE (Academic) score of 59
CanTEST score of 4.5 (reading & listening), 4.0 (writing)
Application deadline - September 2024 (Fall) - April 15, January 2025 (Winter) - September 15, 2024, May 2025 (Spring) - January 15, 2025.