Academic Advising
The Sprott Academic Advising team is located in the Sprott Undergraduate Student Services Office in 3014 Nicol Building. Our team of Program Advisors, your Student Success Officer, and the Sprott Undergraduate Administrator can work with you to support your seamless progression to graduation.
Your Sprott Undergraduate Program Advisors can work with you to develop a strong program progression plan and relevant strategies for success. We are here to help guide you in the right direction!
Hours of Operation
Location: 3014 Nicol Building
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- *Closed daily from 12:00 – 1:00 PM for lunch
Please plan your visits accordingly. We’re here to help!
Contact Us
Bachelor of Accounting, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of International Business, Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting and students in Sprott Minors: academicadvising@sprott.carleton.ca
Phone: 613-520-2600 x 3208
Location: 3014 Nicol Building
Drop In Advising
From Tuesday, September 2nd to Tuesday, September 17th:
We will be offering drop-in advising sessions Monday through Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., in 3014 Nicol Building, for urgent FALL TERM registration-related matters ONLY. There will be no academic advising via Zoom until after September 17th. Drop-ins operate on a first come, first serve basis. We appreciate your understanding during peak registration times!
On Monday, September 15th, 2025, the office will be closed after 3:00PM for a staff event, and we will reopen at 8:30AM on Tuesday, September 16th.
On Wednesday, September 17th, 2025, the office will be closed from 12:00PM-3:00PM for the annual Sprott Expo. See you there!
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
1 – 3 p.m. EDT (holidays excluded)
In person: 3014 Nicol Building
You can also email your questions to the Sprott Undergraduate Advisors at academicadvising@sprott.carleton.ca. Remember to always use your Cmail account, include your full name, student number and program information in the message.
Meet our Team

Maria Walt
- Manager, Undergraduate Programs

Nikki Mayville
- Senior Undergraduate Program Advisor

Nishtha Nagar
- Undergraduate Program Advisor

Will Anderson
- Undergraduate Program Advisor (Acting)
When to see a Program Advisor
Academic planning is an integral component to ensuring your success at Sprott. We encourage you to take time to virtually meet with an academic advisor to look at your academic plan. Academic advising is available when:
- You need advice about adding or withdrawing from a course
- You are considering changing concentrations
- You are having difficulties in courses
- Your Academic Continuation Evaluation (ACE) was on Academic Warning (AW) or No Decision (ND)
- You have questions about academic continuation and requirements
- You are applying for graduation
- You are planning to go on exchange or have just returned from exchange
Important Information and Links
- Registration
- Course Approvals on Exchange
- BUSI Course Calendar Descriptions (includes prerequisites)
- BUSI Course Outlines