Office Management

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.

This course examines the relationships and distinctions between Management Information Systems (MIS) and Accounting Information Systems (AIS). It examines the standard categories of business transactions and how these transactions flow through the organization, are stored (with emphasis on databases), and are reported for use by both internal and external users. Accounting information system developments are studied with emphasis on systems analysis and design, internal controls, and proper documentation.

Prerequisites:

CPSC 132, COMM 240/241 or equivalent.

Equivalents:

CASB - Introductory Information Systems and Technology; CGA - Management Information Systems 1; CMA - Information Technology.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.