Part-time Plan for Professional Management

The Business Administration Principles of Organizational Behaviour course is an introduction to the behaviour, relationships, and performance of individuals and groups in work organizations as well as the nature of organizational structure and processes. Organizational dynamics are examined with a view to creating an effective working environment from a human perspective.

Prerequisites:

Program admissions standards.

Equivalents:

CASB - Human Resource Management; CMA - Human Resources (with ADMN 171); CPA - Organizational Behaviour; CUIC - Organizational Behaviour.

The Business Administration Financial Accounting I course is an introductory course in accounting from the basic accounting equation to the preparation of the income statement, statement of owner's equity and balance sheet. This course covers merchandise operations, valuation and control of cash, temporary investments and receivables, inventories and cost of goods sold, principles of internal control and accounting for payroll liabilities. Includes important accounting principles and concepts as well as the classification of accounts. The use of special journals, worksheets and computerized accounting is also covered.

Prerequisites:

Grade 10 or equivalent.

Equivalents:

BC Appraisal - Introduction of Accounting; CIB - Bookkeeping I; CPA - Accounting I; (With COMM 241): CGA - Financial Accounting; CMA - Introductory Financial Accounting; CUIC Accounting; REIC - College Elective.

This course is available via Distance Education.

This survey course, intended for Business Administration students, provides a general introduction to computer concepts and terminology, and the current and future use of computers in the business world. Students will learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Office applications in the lab sessions. Course delivery is mixed-mode: lectures will be delivered online, while labs will take place face-to-face in the computer labs. This course does not serve as a prerequisite for further computing science courses.

Prerequisites:

ENGL 12 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.

Equivalents:

CIB - Computer Applications; CGA - Management Information Systems (with ADMN 269); CPA - Intro to Computer Systems.

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of effective oral and written communication. Components included are communication theory and its application to business situations. The emphasis is on basic skills/techniques and covers a review of English writing skills and simple technical formats such as memos, business letters, and basic report writing, as well as short oral assignments. The course concludes with theory and practice in Job Search Skills and Strategies.

Prerequisites:

ENGL 12 with a grade of "C+" or better. (See Admission Requirements.)

Equivalents:

CGA (with ENGL 110) - Communication 1; CIM (with TWC 165) - Managerial Communication; CPA - Business Writing.

This course introduces students to basic concepts and principles of marketing. Topics include Canadian entrepreneurship, small business management, evaluation of business opportunities, and marketing management. Market planning will be emphasized as well as practical decision making in regards to evaluating the business environment, market segmentation, market research, and strategy choices. The marketing mix or product, price, place of distribution, and promotion will be discussed in depth.

Equivalents:

CMA - Marketing; CUIC - Marketing; REIC - College Elective.

The Business Administration Financial Accounting II course is the next financial accounting course, reviewing and enlarging upon concepts and principles, their application to and effect upon financial statements. Topics include: capital and intangible assets, current and long-term liabilities, partnership accounting, accounting for corporate transactions, notes and bonds payable, the cash flow statement, and financial statement analysis.

Prerequisites:

COMM 240 with a grade of "C" or better.

Equivalents:

(With COMM 240): CIB - Bookkeeping II; CPA - Accounting II; CGA - Financial Accounting; CMA - Introductory Financial Accounting I; CUIC - Accounting; REIC - College Elective.

This course is available via Distance Education.

Business Mathematics is intended for first year students enrolled in the Business Administration program. It stresses the mathematics required in financial processes. The course starts with a review of basic arithmetic and algebra. With these skills the student will solve several practical business problems. Topics include (but are not limited to) ratio and proportion, merchandising, break-even analysis, simple interest and promissory notes, compound interest and effective rates, simple and general annuities, annuities due and deferred annuities, amortization of loans and payment schedules, sinking funds and investment decision analysis.

Prerequisites:

Principles of Math 11 or equivalent with grade of "C+" or better, or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.

This course focuses on complex oral and written communication. Material covered includes newsletters, formal reports, brochures, persuasive messages, public presentations, and decision making in small groups.

Prerequisites:

TWC 164 or ENGL 110.

Equivalents:

CGA - Public Speaking; CIM (with TWC 164) - Managerial Communication; CPA - Interpersonal Skills.

Students acquire a solid understanding of project management methods and gain practical experience in proven project management techniques and discover a wealth of valuable, flexible tools that can be implemented to ensure the success of any project in any type of organization.

Managing Projects gives you the foundation, experience, techniques and tools to: Manage each stage of the project life cycle , work within organizational and cost constraints, set goals tied directly to stakeholder needs, get the most from your project management team, and utilize state‑of‑the‑art project management tools to get the work done on time and within budget.

Prerequisites:

Math 12 or equivalent.

This course examines the role of finance and the tools and environment of financial decision-making. Topics include: Time value of money, foundations for valuation, financial analysis and planning, management of current assets and liabilities, capital budgeting, risk and return, and personal finance.

Prerequisites:

COMM 240/241 or equivalent.

Equivalents:

(with ADMN 255): CASB - Introductory Finance; CGA - Finance I; CMA - Corporate Finance; CUIC - Finance; REIC - College Elective.

An examination of how to most effectively utilize and manage the human element in work organizations including staffing, training and development, appraisal and compensation, industrial relations and human resources planning. The essential premise of Human Resources Management is that an organization’s employees are its most vital asset in the accomplishment of its goals.

Prerequisites:

COMM 220 or permission of the instructor.

Equivalents:

CUIC - Elective; REIC - College Elective.

Topics covered include: national income accounts, national income determination model, monetary system, monetary and fiscal policy, problems with the Macro System, inflation, unemployment, etc.; international trade - balance of payments, exchange rates, capital flows.

Prerequisites:

ENGL 12 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.

Equivalents:

(together with ECON 107): CGA - Economics 1, CASB - Economics; CMA - Economics.

An introduction to management theory, philosophy and techniques including the specialized areas of entrepreneurship, small business, and hospitality and service industries.

Prerequisites:

Some knowledge of financial accounting required.

Equivalents:

CMA - Human Resources (with COMM 220); CPA - Management Skills; CUIC - Management; REIC - College Elective.

This course examines the raising and allocating of funds within the corporate context. Topics include: conceptual aspects of capital structure, dividend policy, interface with suppliers of capital, financial securities, corporate combinations, international finance and reorganization and liquidations.

Prerequisites:

COMM 240/241 or equivalent.

Equivalents:

Equivalencies (with ADMN 252): CASB - Introductory Finance; CGA - Finance I; CMA - Corporate Finance; CUIC - Finance.

Usually taken following Economics 106. Topics covered include: supply and demand - price supports, the agricultural problem, value theory, theory of the firm - competition, pollution, industrial organization - monopoly, public utilities, advertising, income distribution B labour unions, productivity.

Prerequisites:

ENGL 12 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.

Equivalents:

(together with ECON 106): CGA - Economics 1, CASB - Economics; CMA - Economics.

This course is intended for social, environmental science and busniess students and others who would benefit from a one-term statistics course. Topics include estimation of means and hypothesis testing. Applications are explored.

Prerequisites:

Principles of MATH 11 or Applications of MATH 11 or equivalent, with a grade of "C+" or better, or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.

This course is available via Distance Education.

A study of the operations fundamentals covering demand management, forecasting, inventory control, the EOQ model, scheduling, project management, aggregate planning, materials management, value analysis, supplier management, quality management and service centre management. Computer applications for the topics under study are assigned regularly.

Equivalents:

CMA - Operations Management.

This course is an introduction to law as it applies to business. The development of the courts and the machinery of justice will be outlined. A study will then be made of contracts including their formation, impeachment, breach, assignment and discharge. Agency will also be discussed as well as various federal and provincial statutes.

Equivalents:

CASB - Business Law; CGA - Law 1; CMA - Commercial Law; CUIC - Elective; REIC College Elective.

Electronic Commerce is an introduction to the business models, infrastructure, strategies, design and analysis of electronic commerce business solutions. The role of electronic commerce in changing society is also an important topic. The primary aim of this course is to identify key management considerations required in implementing e-commerce business solutions.

Prerequisites:

ADMN 181, COMM 241.

An introduction to management accounting concepts, including job order and process costing, cost-volume-profit relationships, variable costing, activity-based costing, standard costs, cost control through flexible budgets, segment reporting and identification of costs relevant to price, product and replacement decisions.

Prerequisites:

COMM 240/241 or equivalent.

Equivalents:

CGA - Management Accounting 1; CIB - Cost Management; CMA - Introductory Management Accounting; CPA - Managerial Accounting; REIC -College Elective.

A capstone course integrating the varied disciplines in business including accounting and finance, marketing, operations, economics, forecasting, and management philosophies into a comprehensive knowledge base which becomes a foundation for strategic planning. Case studies will be used to provide planning and decision-making opportunities.

Prerequisites:

ADMN 181, COMM 240/241 or equivalent.

Equivalents:

CMA - Strategic Management; CUIC - Elective; REIC - College Elective.

A comprehensive overview of the implications of practising business and management outside our borders which focuses on how Canadian enterprise can benefit from the opportunities and challenges inherent in the transformation to an international economy.

Prerequisites:

None, but an Introductory Marketing course is recommended.

Equivalents:

CMA - International Business.

This course examines the details and components of a comprehensive business plan. Business plans are a written analysis of what a business hopes to accomplish and how it intends to organize its resources to achieve those goals. Students will produce a business plan with the objective of using the plan as a vehicle for operating a business and measuring progress toward goals.

Prerequisites:

ADMN 181, COMM 241 or equivalent.

Equivalents:

PMAC-Business.