Bachelor of Business Administration - Nonprofit Management Minor

• Co-operative Education - General Information
• What kinds of work term opportunities may be available?
• How do I prepare for my Co-op work term?
• Who is responsible for what?
• What about expenses?
• How do I contact my Co-operative Education Coordinator?

What kinds of work term opportunities may be available?

The Bachelor of Business Administration - Nonprofit Management Minor prepares students for work in a variety of areas. The scope of responsibility should increase with each work term, possibly starting from front-line support or administrative roles to gain exposure in more demanding roles.

Positions may involve:

• Assisting with or coordinating program or project planning and management
• Event and meeting organization
• Marketing, communication and public relations
• Fundraising
• Training or volunteer coordination
• Management of information systems and data processing
• Administrative duties
• Research
• Chapter/constituent relations

Students may find a work term position in Calgary, throughout Alberta, across Canada or internationally.

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How do I prepare for my Co-op work term?

Eligibility Requirements

BBA students interested in pursuing Co-op must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Submit a Co-op Application to Career Services by the deadline; and
• Complete a minimum of 15 courses prior to the first work term (not needed at time of application); and
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. Preference will be given to students with a GPA of 2.5; and

Complete the following course requirements:
 

Co-op Work Term 1	Co-op Work Term 2	Co-op Work Term 3
ACCT 2121 HRES 2170 MGMT 2130 MGMT 2262 MKTG 2150 NPRO 2201	Three additional NPRO Minor courses	Total of six NPRO Minor courses

•  Successfully complete the Orientation to Co-operative Education course prior to the first work term.

Orientation to Co-operative Education Course

Orientation to Co-op is a professional development course required in preparation for the first work term.

This course prepares students to:

• Complete a skills self-assessment
• Understand and comply with workplace and employer expectations
• Write competitive, professional resumes and cover letters
• Develop job interview skills
• Network with employers
• Conduct self-marketing campaigns

The Orientation to Co-operative Education course is only offered in the Fall semester. Contact the Co-operative Education Coordinator for information.

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What about expenses?

By starting to plan now, you can be financially prepared for your work terms. Expenses may include:

• Both the Orientation to Co-operative Education course and Co-op work terms are non-credit courses and have fees attached to them. See the 2011 - 2012 Fee Schedule and Schedule of Classes for more information.
• You will be responsible for your own transportation to and from the work site. Many work terms require the use of a vehicle.
• If you accept a work term position outside of Calgary, you will be responsible for relocation and living expenses in that location

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