BUS 335BF (BUS 009)
Business Fundamentals Assessment
Overview
Starting May 1, 2025, students enrolling in BUS 400: Strategic Management must first complete the Business Fundamentals Assessment. This assessment ensures that students possess the foundational business knowledge required to succeed in their capstone course.
Key details
- Course code: Currently BUS 335BF
- Applies to: All students taking BUS 400 beginning in Spring 2025
- Assessment format: 90 multiple-choice questions
- Topics covered: Core concepts from BUS 210, 250, 260, 285, 288, and 290 (Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Organizational Behaviour, Marketing)
- Assessment location: ED 531 Computer Lab
- Registration: Students must register in BUS 335BF, and then book an exam time through a link on UR Courses
- Cost: Free of charge
- Retakes: Unlimited retakes until a passing score is achieved
- Grade: Pass/Fail
Why this requirement?
- Ensures a strong foundation: BUS 400 builds on key business principles. This assessment confirms that students have retained knowledge from their previous courses.
- Improves learning outcomes: By reinforcing fundamental concepts, students enter BUS 400 better prepared, leading to a more engaging and productive experience.
- Supports quality: Ensures high academic standards by aligning with best practices used at top business schools.
- Addresses student and faculty feedback: Our pilot implementation in Winter 2024 showed that students appreciated the opportunity to refresh their knowledge before taking their capstone course.
How to register for Winter 2025
- Contact one of our academic advisors to register you in the course (Hill.Undergrad@uregina.ca)
- Once enrolled, log into UR Courses and access the Business Fundamentals course page
- Navigate to the "Choose a Day/Time to Write the Business Fundamentals Assessment" section
- Select an available date and time that works best with your schedule
- Attend the test session in ED 531 at the scheduled time
Preparation resources
We encourage all students to prepare for the assessment to ensure success:
- Topic overview document: Available on UR Courses, listing the 30 key topics covered in the assessment.
- Review your course materials: Go over notes and textbooks from BUS 210, 250, 260, 285, 288, and 290. (Additional copies of textbooks are available in the Library if needed.)
- Practice questions: Available in UR Courses, covering key finance, accounting, and management topics.
- Additional study aids: Resources such as Financial Statement Ratio explanations and Incremental Analysis practice questions are provided.
Stay Informed
Check your email for the Hill Highlights on Wednesdays and check UR Courses for the latest updates on BUS 335BF and other academic requirements.
Need Help? Contact Hill.Undergrad@uregina.ca or schedule an appointment with our advisors.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can retake the test as many times as necessary until you achieve a passing score. There is no penalty for multiple attempts.
Yes, all students must complete the Business Fundamentals Assessment before enrolling in BUS 400 in the Spring 2025 semester or beyond.
Students should complete BUS 335BF well in advance of registering for BUS 400 (at the latest, the semester before taking BUS 400). For example, if you plan to take BUS 400 in Spring/Summer 2025, please schedule your test during the Winter 2025 semester.
Yes! We will host two information sessions where students can ask questions and get clarification on the assessment. Keep an eye on the events list.
No, this does not apply to students who are taking BUS 400 in the Winter 2025 semester.
No, BUS 335BF (BUS 009) is not a course. It is a self-directed assessment that evaluates your foundational business knowledge. There are no lectures, assignments, or scheduled class times—just a test.
No, BUS 335BF (BUS 009) does not count toward your course limit per semester. Since it is a zero-credit-hour requirement, it will not affect your maximum course registration.