Affordable, quality instruction
Flexible, full or part-time studies
Small class sizes and personalized attention
Veteran instructors still working in their industry
Real-world work experience through co-op and integrated learning
Our courses transfer to a variety of bachelor’s degree programs in BC colleges and universities

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:

Further develop the outcomes of the Selkirk Diploma in Business Administration
To provide transferrable courses to an Okanagan College Bachelor’s degree specifically, and to other Business programs generally

Admission Requirements

Successful completion of the Selkirk College Business Administration program or equivalent

Additional Requirements

Official admission to this program will not take place until completion or the academic requirement is met; however, students may be able to access courses from within this program subject to availability.
Entry may be limited by space limitations.
Students admitted to a specific program will be given preferred access to that program’s courses.
It is the student’s responsibility to correspond with receiving institutions to ensure that their Selkirk College course selection will meet their Bachelor of Business Administration educational goals.

1. Part-time Study

a) The program encourages and supports part-time study.

2. Co-op Education

a) The Co-op Education Program of work terms will be an option within this program.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Before an applicant’s file is considered to be complete, the following must have been received by the Admissions Department:

a) Completed application form.

b) The appropriate official transcripts.

2. The deadline for receiving required documentation is stated in the student’s admissions letter.

3. An interview (in person or by telephone) with the Program Coordinator or designate may be required before entry to the program. Interview results are not used as criteria for admission.

Graduation and Promotion

1. To be promoted in good standing, a student must achieve a minimum GPA of 2.00.

2. To be qualified for automatic admission into a course which stipulates a prerequisite, a minimum grade of “C” or better must be achieved in the prerequisite course, unless the course concerned requires a higher grade.

3. Students will not be permitted to exceed a full semester course load except with the permission of the School Chair or designate.

4. Two (2) failures in a non-elective course are normally cause for withdrawal from the program. A third attempt at a course may be made at the discretion of the School Chair or designate.

5. Any student who has left the program because of unsatisfactory performance may be readmitted with the approval of the School Chair or designate after consultation with Faculty members.

Note: A student who has completed the graduation requirements with a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or better and no “C+” or lower grades in any subject will be designated as graduating with Honours.

1. Requirements: (see Policy 8617: Graduation)

2. Students must complete 30 credits comprised of the following:

(a) Up to 9 credits from Selkirk College School of UAS

(b) Up to 30 credits from Selkirk College School of Business that have not been taken in their previous Diploma

(c) The student is advised to consult with the receiving institution to validate that Selkirk College courses will transfer into their preferred program plan.

If the student completed TWC 164 Technical Writing as part of the Business Administration two-year diploma, then the student may want to consider taking ENGL 110 English Composition and vice versa.

Courses

Required Courses

Accounting/Finance Concentration

ADMN230 - Project Management

ADMN 230 Project Management is designed as a first course in project management. Building foundation skills in project management is of value to anyone who is currently facing project planning and management challenges at work or to students in Business Administration Professional Management or technology programs. ADMN 230 Project Management gives you the foundation, experience, techniques and tools to: - Learn the 10 Project Management Knowledge Areas - plan a project effectively and successfully - manage each stage of the project life cycle successfully - work with organizational constraints - set goals and objectives tied directly to stakeholder needs - get the most from your project management team - utilize state-of-the-art project management tools to get the work done on time, within scope and on budget.

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN286 - Human Resource Management

ADMN 286 Human Resource Management is 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.

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN293 - Electronic Commerce

ADMN 293 Electronic Commerce for Professional Management majors in the Business Administration diploma program. This course may also be of interest to students who are interested in learning about implementing e-commerce strategies in an organization. ADMN 293 Electronic Commerce is an introduction to the business models, strategies, marketing design and analytic systems of electronic commerce business solutions. The role of electronic commerce in changing society is also an important topic. The primary aim of ADMN 293 Electronic Commerce is to identify key management considerations required in implementing e-commerce business solutions.

Prerequisites

ADMN 181 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN296 - International Business

ADMN 296 International Business offers an in-depth review of basic concepts, institutional practices and developments in the global business environment. The course also offers an introduction to international business management. Core management topics will be examined within an international framework.

Prerequisites

ADMN 181 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

COMM220 - Principles of Organizational Behaviour

COMM 220 Principles of Organizational Behaviour 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

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

Electives

Choose any five courses from the following:

ADMN399 - Directed Studies Business

ADMN 399 Directed Studies Business involves students engaging in independent study, research, and practice related to a topic in business under faculty supervision.

Prerequisites

Program CGPA of 3.0 or above. Approval by School Chair.

Credits

3.00

ADMN265 - Operations Management

ADMN 265 Operations Management studies business operations fundamentals such as demand management, forecasting, inventory control, the EOQ model, scheduling, project management, aggregate planning, materials management, value analysis, supplier management, quality management and service center management. The concepts of sustainability and sustainable business practices will be integrated into the different topics.

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 and STAT 105, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%.

Credits

3.00

ADMN310 - Events Management and Marketing

ADMN 310 Events Management and Marketing includes the creation of an event management plan for a potential client. A situation analysis will investigate consumer behaviour, targeting and position as related to the planning and operation of events. Further development of the management plan will require an examination and the application of integrated marketing communications, sales, sponsorship, budgeting, risk management, staging, logistics and performance measures.

Prerequisites

ADMN 171
ADMN 181
COMM 220
COMM 240

Credits

3.00

BUS388 - Personal Finance

BUS 388 Personal Finance explores key personal financial management concepts with a goal of creating an effective personal financial plan. Major concepts include consumer credit, asset management, the time value of money, investments, tax strategies, retirement planning, and estate planning.

Prerequisites

BUS 300 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

BUS389 - Retail Management

BUS 389 Retail Management is a demanding and complex business, which is facing extensive changes and challenges due to factors like: e-commerce, globalization, changing consumer preferences, and more. Skilled retail managers are required to help companies navigate their new environment.

This course provides an introduction to retail management and will provide a foundation for those students who plan to work in retailing or related disciplines. Topics will focus on key functional areas in the retail business, including merchandising, HR, financial strategy, sales, customer service, marketing and more.

Prerequisites

BUS 350 and BUS 381 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

BUS415 - Leadership

BUS 415 Leadership examines the theory and practical application of leadership. It covers the latest thinking in leadership theory and contemporary practices at work within organizations in a global economy. Topics such as motivation, strategic planning, team building and negotiation will be explored.

Prerequisites

BUS 370 and BUS 320, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%. Except in BUS 320, a minimum of 68% is required.

Credits

3.00

Choose up to four courses from University Arts and Sciences

See the UAS Courses by discipline page for course selections.

If the student completed TWC 164 Technical Writing as part of the Business Administration two-year diploma, then the student may want to consider taking ENGL 110 English Composition and vice versa.

Required Courses

Professional Management Concentration

ADMN269 - Information Systems

ADMN 269 Information Systems is an introductory course that covers the use of computer-based information systems in management and accounting. After completing this course, students will have the knowledge required to make informed decisions about the applications of information technology. (Adapted from CPA).

Prerequisites

COMM 241 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

Electives

Choose any nine courses from the following:

ADMN255 - Corporate Finance

ADMN 255 Corporate Finance introduces you to finance concepts and provides you with essential knowledge of various tools used in corporate finance. You will examine the corporate financial environment and its impact on decision-making, introductory finance concepts (including the time value of money, investing and risk management) and distribution of earnings. In addition, you will look at capital budgeting techniques and short-, medium- and long-term financing decisions* (adapted from CPA).

Prerequisites

ADMN 252 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN399 - Directed Studies Business

ADMN 399 Directed Studies Business involves students engaging in independent study, research, and practice related to a topic in business under faculty supervision.

Prerequisites

Program CGPA of 3.0 or above. Approval by School Chair.

Credits

3.00

ADMN310 - Events Management and Marketing

Prerequisites

ADMN 171
ADMN 181
COMM 220
COMM 240

Credits

3.00

BUS388 - Personal Finance

Prerequisites

BUS 300 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

BUS389 - Retail Management

Prerequisites

BUS 350 and BUS 381 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

BUS392 - Professional Sales Skills

BUS 392 Professional Sales Skills. No matter the industry, nor the state of the economy, businesses are almost always on the search to find enthusiastic, entrepreneurial, and effective sales people. Upon successful completion of this course, students will understand and demonstrate the core skills of professional selling, with a focus on the common tools and processes used in the field. Relationship-building and needs-satisfaction are fundamental components of the process. Strong English language verbal communication skills are needed to be successful in this course.

Prerequisites

TWC 164 or ENGL 110, and BUS 381 or equivalent, with a minimum of 60%. Except in BUS 381 a minimum of 68% is required.

Credits

3.00

BUS415 - Leadership

Prerequisites

BUS 370 and BUS 320, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%. Except in BUS 320, a minimum of 68% is required.

Credits

3.00

ECON104 - Economic Analysis for Small Business

ECON 104 Economic Analysis for Small Business is designed to engage students with contemporary global and Canadian issues, and with some of the region's competitive markets. Students will survey contemporary news publications and other data sources, analyzing their contents to identify economic concepts and management implications. Focus will be on identifying the economic impacts on business resulting from the cloud of seemingly chaotic global events.

Prerequisites

Program Admission Standards. Acceptance to PGBM program

Credits

3.00

Choose up to four courses from University Arts and Sciences

See the UAS Courses by discipline page for course selections.

If the student completed TWC 164 Technical Writing as part of the Business Administration two-year diploma, then the student may want to consider taking ENGL 110 English Composition and vice versa.

Tuition & Fees

All amounts are estimates and are subject to change. Tuition amounts are based on a full-time course load. Please note that many programs have additional costs beyond those listed here. For more information, please visit Tuition & Fees.

Policy

Effective Term:

Fall, Winter, Spring

Advanced Standing:

A student may obtain credit for a maximum of 50% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment or combination thereof. But students planning to pursue further credentials should confirm that this is an optimal approach.

1. See Policy 8614: Advanced Standing – Course Challenge, PLA, and Transfer Credit.

Assessment:

Grading will be based on the Standard Academic and Career Programs grading table from Policy 8612: Grading.

Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

a) Assignments

(i) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.

(ii) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, class participation and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

(iii) Students will normally receive at least one weeks’ notice of dates and times when assignments and/or tests are to be submitted and/or written.

(iv) If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty.

(v) Students not submitting assignments or not writing scheduled tests will receive a zero mark. However, in some courses it may be mandatory to submit all assignments to an acceptable level and/or to write all exams in order to receive credit or a minimum grade for the course.

(vi) Students who have not completed all assigned work and exams must obtain the instructor’s approval to write the final exam before the exam date. The instructor may require the student to prepare a plan for completion of outstanding work.

(vii) Students are normally expected to complete all assignments using a word processor, spreadsheet, or other computer application as applicable. See individual course outlines for specific requirements.

(viii) Individual course outlines may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

b) Examinations

(i) In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.

(ii) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

(iii) Any alternate arrangements for final examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.

Tests and exams will ordinarily be retained by the instructor.

Attendance:

1. Punctual and regular attendance for scheduled classes, laboratory sessions and all of the scheduled learning activities is expected of all students.

2. Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

3. See individual course outlines for any additional attendance requirements.

Professional Requirements:

1. Faculty and students will conduct themselves in a business-like fashion. See Selkirk College Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct - Rights and Responsibilities.

2. Students are expected to be on time and prepared for all classes prior to entering the classroom. Assigned materials are to be read by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page in class by the instructor.

3. The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.

Business Administration Accounting Finance - Diploma

Program at a Glance

Length

2 years

Credential

Diploma

Delivery Method

On Campus

Campus

Castlegar

Intake Dates

Fall

Winter

Spring

Contacts

Business Program Coordinator

Contact by email

Have Questions?

Student Recruiters

Direct

1 (250) 304-5071

Contact by email

Overview

Capable accounting and finance professionals are highly respected in the global business world and are in high demand. We give you a solid financial understanding and management background to secure your career potential in this high-paying and diverse field.

Our Accounting Finance concentration allows you to start working right away or receive advance credit toward earning your Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), or other professional designations.

This concentration provides students with a solid background in the financial structure of business. Students develop skills in such areas as: financial and managerial accounting, systems analysis and design, auditing, taxation and computer systems.

Career Opportunities

Our comprehensive course offerings train you to be successful in a variety of respected careers, such as:

Management accounting
Taxation
Auditing
Purchasing
Financial planning
Business analyst
Financial accounting
Bookkeeping

Common first-year courses must be completed before moving into second-year courses. For first-year course and admission requirements, see Business Administration.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:

1. Explain and apply terms, concepts, and theories relevant to Canadian business

2. Communicate effectively in various formats to a variety of stakeholders

3. Demonstrate management thinking and problem-solving at the foundational level

4. Use a range of contemporary digital technologies effectively

5. Apply multi-stakeholder perspectives in decision-making

Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting the general entrance requirements for admission to Selkirk College, applicants must meet the following Business Administration requirements:

English Studies 12 or equivalent with a minimum of 60% or higher required. For international applicants, IELTS 6.0 overall band score with no band below 5.5, or equivalent on other internationally recognized English Language Proficiency Tests.
Any Math 11 with a minimum of 60%. Note that students who may pursue a university degree in Business should complete a pre-calculus course.

Additional Requirements

The deadline for receiving required documentation is stated in the student’s admissions letter.

An interview (in person or by telephone) with the program advisor may be required before entry to the program.

Students are required to complete an orientation at the beginning of the program.

Where space permits, students may be admitted up to the end of the first week of the semester.

The program may be taken on a full-time or part-time basis.

1. Early Entry

a) Subject to Chair approval applicants who lack the specific English or Math entrance admission requirements may still gain admission to the program through a multi-level entry system which allows students to take a combination of program and upgrading courses in the first year.

b) Early Entry students will not be able to advance beyond their first year (30 credit hours) until any and all upgrading requirements are met.

c) This mode of entry can extend the duration of the program accordingly as not all courses are offered every term.

2. General

a) Applicants must submit a completed application form and other required documents (i.e. secondary school and any post-secondary transcripts, application package) to the Registrar's office.

b) Program Chairs, Advisors or Counsellors, in consultation with Assessment Services, will determine which subtests of the CRT may be completed to support applicants' personal learning plans.

c) Entry to the Program may be made at the commencement of the Fall, Winter, or Spring semesters. However, normal entry is at the beginning of the Fall semester. The progression of courses may be different dependent on which semester the student commences studies.

d) Where space permits students may be admitted up to the end of the first week of the Fall and Winter semesters, and first week of the Spring semester. Admission beyond this point will only be possible with the approval of the instructor(s) involved.

e) Entry may be limited by prerequisites, space limitations and/or completion of preadmission assessment. International students' entry may be limited where international student enrolment targets or limits have been met.

f) Accepted applicants may be placed in particular classes and/or sections by the School Chair or designate.

g) No class or section switches will be permitted after the first week of the Fall, Winter, or Spring semester. All class or section switches require the approval of the School Chair or designate.

h) Students admitted to a specific program will be given preferred access to that program's courses.

3. Part-time Study

a) The Program accommodates part-time study. Special consideration has been given to the integration of part-time students into the program. However, only full-time students are eligible for Co-op work term experiences.

b) Subject to space limitations and prerequisites, students who wish to take fewer than the maximum number of courses in any semester may do so.

c) International students are responsible to determine whether part-time studies will affect one's study permit, ability to work and future status in Canada post-graduation.

Graduation and Promotion

CO-OP EDUCATION

This program is eligible for co-op education opportunities. Details under Program Specific Regulations.

PROMOTION

1. To be promoted in good standing, a student must achieve a minimum program GPA of 2.00.

2. Early Entry students must complete upgrade courses before registering beyond 30 program credit hours or receive prior approval from the School Chair or designate.

3. To be qualified for automatic admission into a course which stipulates a prerequisite, a minimum grade of "C" or better must be achieved in the prerequisite course, unless the course concerned requires a higher grade.

4. Students will not be permitted to exceed a full semester course load except with the permission of the School Chair or designate.

5. Two (2) failures in a non-elective course is cause for withdrawal from the program. A third attempt at a course may be made at the discretion of the School Chair or designate.

6. Any student who has left the program because of unsatisfactory performance may be readmitted with the approval of the School Chair or designate after consultation with instructors.

1. A student who has completed the Diploma graduation requirements with a cumulative program GPA of 3.50 or better and no "C+" or lower grades in any subject will be designated as graduating with Honours.

2. A student who has complete coop requirements as stated above will be designated as graduating with Coop.

3. Requirements: see Policy 8617: Graduation

Courses

Term 1

ADMN100 - Skills Orientation

ADMN 100 Skills Orientation will welcome students to Selkirk College and highlight the expected knowledge and skills that will be required in all School of Business programs. This course will provide resources and learning opportunities to assist students in acquiring the essential skills in math and computer applications to support the successful completion of their chosen program in business. In addition, this course introduces several important college policies and programs that all students need to be aware of.

Prerequisites

Acceptance to the School of Business diploma and post-graduate diploma programs

Credits

ADMN170 - Introduction to Business

ADMN 170 Introduction to Business is a course that introduces students to the management and operation of business, including the principles, concepts, ideas and tools used by managers. In addition, the course exposes students to international and local business issues, and to large companies as well as to smaller, entrepreneurial firms. This course also provides an introduction to Career exploration and preparation

Prerequisites

Program admission requirements.

Credits

3.00

COMM240 - Financial Accounting I

COMM 240 Financial Accounting I 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 capital assets. 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

Program admission requirements.

Credits

3.00

ECON106 - Principles Of Macroeconomics

ECON 106 Principles of Macroeconomics covers: 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

English Studies 12, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

MATH125 - Business Mathematics

MATH 125 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, equivalent payment streams, simple and general annuities, annuities due and deferred annuities, amortization of loans and payment schedules.

Prerequisites

Any Math 11, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

MATH140 - Calculus I for Social Sciences

MATH 140 Calculus I for Social Sciences is an introductory course in calculus designed to provide students majoring in business, the life sciences or the social sciences with the necessary mathematical background for further study in these areas. The course includes functions, limits, the derivative and its application, anti-differentiation and the indefinite integral and an introduction to differential equations.

Prerequisites

Pre-calculus 12, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

TWC164 - Business Communications I

TWC 164 Business Communications I is an introduction to the fundamentals of effective written business communication and their application to workplace communication. Additionally, students will solidify and advance their skills in researching and presenting ideas and reports.

Prerequisites

NOTE: PGBM students must complete BUS 300 or BUS 301 with a minimum of 68%, before taking this course. No prerequisites required in other programs.

Credits

3.00

ENGL110 - College Composition

ENGL 110 introduces students to the world of scholarly writing -- reading it, thinking about it, and producing it as academic researchers. Students will explore how professional and/or academic writers across disciplines communicate to a variety of audiences. Students will practice active reading, writing and critical thinking skills by conducting scholarly research on a topic. This course aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to write effectively within academic contexts.

Prerequisites

English Studies 12, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

Students who may pursue a university degree should take ENGL 110 instead of TWC 164.

Term 2

ADMN181 - Marketing

ADMN 181 Marketing 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.

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

COMM241 - Financial Accounting II

COMM 241 Financial Accounting II is the second 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 and ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ECON107 - Principles Of Microeconomics

ECON 107 Principles of Microeconomics usually taken following Economics 106 Principles of Macroeconomics. 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 - labour unions, productivity.

Prerequisites

English Studies 12, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

STAT105 - Introduction To Statistics

STAT 105 Introduction to Statistics is intended for social, environmental science, and business students, or others who would benefit from a one-term statistics course. Topics include estimation of means and hypothesis testing. Applications are explored.

Prerequisites

Math 11 at any level or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

TWC165 - Business Communications II

TWC 165 Business Communications II focuses on developing oral presentation skills by practice and application. Students will develop these skills by planning and delivering speeches, pitches, interviews, and informative reports created through a rigorous research and pre-writing process.

Prerequisites

ENGL 110 or TWC 164, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

COOP101 - Business Co-op Work-term I

Business Co-op Work-term I, COOP 101 is a (paid) work-term which fosters partnerships between students, employers and institution; to bring classroom learning into the workplace. Co-op Education is a process of education that formally integrates students' academic study with periods of related work experience. By connecting with employers, COOP 101 students will gain valuable hands-on experience related to their area of study within the School of Business.

Prerequisites

The student must have completed a minimum of one semester in the School of Business with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, completion of all courses. Any student with one (1) or more failing grades must have Advisor approval to enter into a Co-op Work Term.

Credits

6.00

COOP 101 Co-op Education Work Term is an optional course.

COOP 101 Co-op Education Work Term (worth 6 credits) can replace any second-year course except ADMN 297 Entrepreneurship. In this option, the net increase in program credits is three.

Term 3

ADMN250 - Managerial Accounting

ADMN 250 Managerial Accounting examines how accounting information is used within organizations to plan, monitor and control. Managers in all functional areas will have to deal with the management accounting system of the organization they work for. The purpose of this course is to ensure that you have a basic understanding of how such systems operate, the language they use and their limitations. CPA Adapted

Prerequisites

COMM 241 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN251 - Intermediate Accounting I

ADMN 251 Intermediate Accounting I is the first part of a two-semester course dealing with theory and concepts as applied to financial reporting. Valuation and cost allocation problems applying to cash, receivables, inventories and investments, and property, plant, and equipment and finally Intangible assets form an integral part of this course.

Prerequisites

COMM 241 or equivalent with a minimum of 64%

Credits

3.00

ADMN252 - Financial Management

ADMN 252 Financial Management 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. Together with ADMN 255 this course will enable the student to acquire the needed skills and knowledge to analyze common corporate financial decisions. These two courses will also provide a basis for further advanced studies.

Prerequisites

COMM 241 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN253 - Principles Of Income Tax I

ADMN 253 Principles of Income Tax I course studies the nature and structure of the Income Tax Act, as it applies to individuals. Topics include determination of net income for tax purposes, taxable income and income taxes payable. Income from employment, business, property, capital gains and miscellaneous sources are included. Basic tax planning topics are examined.

Prerequisites

COMM 241 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN269 - Information Systems

Prerequisites

COMM 241 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

Term 4

ADMN254 - Intermediate Accounting II

ADMN 254 Intermediate Accounting II builds on the financial accounting skills that you acquired in Financial Accounting I and Intermediate Accounting I.

Intermediate Accounting II is an intermediate-level course that focuses on the liabilities and equities side of the statement of financial position along with topics such as accounting for income taxes, leases, employee benefits, earnings per share and accounting changes* (adapted from CPA)

Prerequisites

ADMN 251 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN255 - Corporate Finance

Prerequisites

ADMN 252 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN272 - Commercial Law

ADMN 272 Commercial Law 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 torts and negligence, and of contracts including their formation, interpretation, breach, assignment and discharge. Methods of carrying on business such as employer/employee, proprietorship, partnership, agency and incorporation will be introduced and compared.

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%, or successful completion of Year 1 of Law and Justice Studies.

Credits

3.00

ADMN297 - Entrepreneurship

ADMN 297 Entrepreneurship examines the process of researching and developing a business plan. A business plan provides a comprehensive framework for a firm's marketing, financing, and operational activities. Students will research and develop a business plan to assess the viability of a proposed business venture. Students will also learn to critically assess the viability of a business plan through completing a due diligence process.

Prerequisites

ADMN 250, ADMN 181 and TWC 165, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%.

Credits

3.00

COOP101 - Business Co-op Work-term I

Prerequisites

Credits

6.00

COOP 101 Co-op Education Work Term is an optional course.

COOP 101 Co-op Education Work Term (worth 6 credits) can replace any second-year course except ADMN 297 Entrepreneurship. In this option, the net increase in program credits is three.

Elective

ADMN399 - Directed Studies Business

ADMN 399 Directed Studies Business involves students engaging in independent study, research, and practice related to a topic in business under faculty supervision.

Prerequisites

Program CGPA of 3.0 or above. Approval by School Chair.

Credits

3.00

ADMN 399 Directed Studies (3) can replace a second-year course with school chair approval.

Note:
1. For students who started the program prior to Fall 2020, credit towards the graduation requirements will not be given for both ADMN 295 and ADMN 297, ADMN 170 and 171, or ADMN 291 and ADMN 259.
2. ADMN 399 Directed Studies (3) can be used as an elective as described above. Alternatively, it can be added to the program to increase the total credit count. Replacing any course with ADMN 399 will not support any block transfer agreement. If adding ADMN 399 to the total program credit count, some block transfer agreements may limit block transfer to 60 credits. See program coordinator for details and implications.

Tuition & Fees

Policy

Effective Term:

Fall, Winter, Spring

Advanced Standing:

1. For this program, students may obtain credit for a maximum of 75% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) or combination thereof.

2. Students who enter the Business Administration diploma program with a minimum grade of 73% in Accounting 12 (taken in British Columbia in the three years prior to starting the program) may receive credit for COMM 240. Processes as outlined in Policy 8614 will be adhered to.

3. During the entire time in the program, a student may only perform one PLA for a course already attempted at Selkirk College.

4. For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

Re-Entry Instructions:

See Policy 8615: Standards of Academic Progress

Assessment:

a) This Program uses Grading Table 1.

b) For COOP course, use the Competency Based grading table. To view all College grading tables, see Policy 8612: Grading.

Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

a) Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.

b) Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.

c) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

d) Missed assignments and tests will receive a zero mark if not submitted. However, in some courses it may be mandatory to submit all assignments to an acceptable level and/or to write all exams in order to receive credit for the course.

e) Individual course outline may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

Program Specific Regulations:

Co-op Education

a) Co-operative education courses provide students with documented experience and possible designation based on the number of COOP courses taken. A co-op semester may be taken within a program or in the semester immediately after all academic courses have been completed.

b) Each co-op course consists of a minimum 420 working hours. A co-op course may occur in any of the three academic semesters (fall, winter, spring) and are recorded at 6 credits each.

c) Students can elect to take one or more COOP courses to augment their academic studies. COOP 101 can be used as an elective as described in the Part II.E.3 table. A maximum of 3 COOP credits can be applied towards program graduation requirements as listed in this document. COOP 101 may also be taken as additional credits to program course requirements.

d) Students should know that in a situation where co-op course credits are used to meet program graduation requirements, this may affect existing block transfer agreements and should consult with the receiving institution for details. Students will be required to acknowledge in writing this information with the COOP department.

Eligibility

(i) Acceptance into one of the Business Administration diploma programs.

(ii) Completion of at least 15 credits at Selkirk College towards the Business Administration program with a minimum Program GPA of at least 2.33.

(iii) School Chair approval.

(iv) Follow Selkirk COOP Education requirements, process, and timelines.

(v) Successfully completes COOP Workplace Readiness Training.

(vi) Pay the COOP tuition fee.

Co-op Designation

Students wishing to pursue a COOP designation on their credential must complete a minimum of 12 COOP credits in total, which comprises of COOP 101 and COOP 201.COOP 301 course is also available upon request.

Academic Courses while on a work term

Students are strongly discouraged from taking any academic courses while on a work term. Students must have COOP program and School Chair approval to pursue additional academic courses during a work term.

Courses and Credits

A standard co-op term is equivalent to a 6-credit course and can be taken as an elective as described in Part II.E.3 table below. However, only a maximum of three credits can be applied to the Business Administration diploma program graduation requirements. COOP credits are not included in GPA calculation.

Co-op education courses will provide students with documented, program relevant work experience that is recognized with a designation on their transcript.

Please refer to Policy 8370 Selkirk College Co-operative Education and Selkirk College Co-operative Education Procedures for additional information regarding Co-op Education at Selkirk College.

In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

Attendance:

Attendance and Punctuality Responsibilities

a) Punctual and regular attendance for scheduled classes, laboratory sessions and all of the scheduled learning activities is expected of all students.

b) Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

c) Students planning to be absent from class must notify or make prior arrangements with their instructor in advance. Instructors are not obligated to provide alternative instructional or assessments in order to accommodate student absences. Failure to notify the instructor may result in withdrawal from the course.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and punctuality requirements.

Assignments:

1. Assignments

a) Students will normally receive at least one week notice of dates and times when assignments and/or tests are to be submitted and/or written.

b) If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty.

c) Students are normally expected to complete all assignments using a word processor, spreadsheet, or other computer application as applicable. See individual course outlines for specific requirements.

2. Examinations

a) In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.

b) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

c) Any alternate arrangements for final examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.

d) Tests and exams will ordinarily be retained by the instructor for no less than 6 months.

e) Students who have not completed all assigned work and exams must obtain the instructor's approval to write the final exam before the exam date. The instructor may require the student to prepare a plan for completion of outstanding work.

Professional Requirements:

Student Conduct

a) Students are expected to behave in a professional manner while in class and on Moodle. This includes being respectful of and contributing to the learning environment in accordance with the student code of conduct. For additional information, see Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct-Rights and Responsibilities.

b) Students are expected to be prepared for all classes prior to entering the classroom. Assigned materials are to be completed by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page in class by the instructor.

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

Other Regulations:

PROBATION

1. If a student has a term or cumulative program GPA less than 2.00, the student will be placed on academic probation for at least the next semester.

2. The maximum number of semesters on Academic Probation, consecutive or otherwise is two (2). A student will be withdrawn from the program if they exceed the maximum.

3. Notwithstanding paragraph C.2 above, a student who fails to meet the requirements in the letter of probation may be required to withdraw from the course or program.

4. For additional information: See Policy 8619: Probation

Cheating and Plagiarism See Policy 8618: Cheating and Plagiarism

Business Administration Professional Management - Diploma

Program at a Glance

Length

2 years

Credential

Diploma

Delivery Method

On Campus

Campus

Castlegar

Intake Dates

Fall

Winter

Spring

Contacts

Business Program Coordinator

Contact by email

Have Questions?

Student Recruiters

Direct

1 (250) 304-5071

Contact by email

Overview

Advancement with Professional Management

Today’s professional managers perform delicate balancing acts of planning, organizing, directing and monitoring to achieve their company’s fullest potential. Business Administration Professional Management teaches you how to master these concepts and advance your career to maximize your salary earning potential.

This concentration provides students with the tools to function competently in the management environment. Graduates develop skills in physical resource and operations management, marketing, sales, financial systems, human resource management and strategic management. A number of credits extend to professional designations.

Leadership Delivers

Our well-balanced curricula of business management fundamentals trains you to successfully lead your team and deliver measurable workplace results. With a focus on essential professional management knowledge and skills, we train you for successful careers in:

Marketing and sales
Human resource management
Operations management

Financial systems
Entrepreneurship
Project management

This program provided me with real-world lessons. I was able to meet folks from all corners of Canada and even made friends from across the globe and those friendships are still going strong today.

Mitch Rosko, Business Administration Professional Management

Common first-year courses must be completed before moving into second-year courses. For first-year courses and admission requirements, see Business Administration.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:

Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting the general entrance requirements for admission to Selkirk College, applicants must meet the following Business Administration requirements:

English Studies 12 or equivalent with a minimum of 60% or higher required. For international applicants, IELTS 6.0 overall band score with no band below 5.5, or equivalent on other internationally recognized English Language Proficiency Tests.
Any Math 11 with a minimum of 60%. Note that students who may pursue a university degree in Business should complete a pre-calculus course.

Additional Requirements

The deadline for receiving required documentation is stated in the student’s admissions letter.

An interview (in person or by telephone) with the program advisor may be required before entry to the program.

Students are required to complete an orientation at the beginning of the program.

Where space permits, students may be admitted up to the end of the first week of the semester.

The program may be taken on a full-time or part-time basis.

1. Early Entry

b) Early Entry students will not be able to advance beyond their first year (30 credit hours) until any and all upgrading requirements are met.

c) This mode of entry can extend the duration of the program accordingly as not all courses are offered every term.

2. General

a) Applicants must submit a completed application form and other required documents (i.e. secondary school and any post-secondary transcripts, application package) to the Registrar's office.

b) Program Chairs, Advisors or Counsellors, in consultation with Assessment Services, will determine which subtests of the CRT may be completed to support applicants' personal learning plans.

f) Accepted applicants may be placed in particular classes and/or sections by the School Chair or designate.

g) No class or section switches will be permitted after the first week of the Fall, Winter, or Spring semester. All class or section switches require the approval of the School Chair or designate.

h) Students admitted to a specific program will be given preferred access to that program's courses.

3. Part-time Study

b) Subject to space limitations and prerequisites, students who wish to take fewer than the maximum number of courses in any semester may do so.

c) International students are responsible to determine whether part-time studies will affect one's study permit, ability to work and future status in Canada post-graduation.

Graduation and Promotion

CO-OP EDUCATION

This program is eligible for co-op education opportunities. Details under Program Specific Regulations.

In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

A. PROMOTION

1. To be promoted in good standing, a student must achieve a minimum program GPA of 2.00.

2. Early Entry students must complete upgrade courses before registering beyond 30 program credit hours or receive prior approval from the School Chair or designate.

4. Students will not be permitted to exceed a full semester course load except with the permission of the School Chair or designate.

5. Two (2) failures in a non-elective course is cause for withdrawal from the program. A third attempt at a course may be made at the discretion of the School Chair or designate.

6. Any student who has left the program because of unsatisfactory performance may be readmitted with the approval of the School Chair or designate after consultation with instructors.

2. A student who has complete coop requirements as stated above will be designated as graduating with Coop.

3. Requirements: see Policy 8617: Graduation

Courses

Term 1

ADMN170 - Introduction to Business

Prerequisites

Program admission requirements.

Credits

3.00

COMM240 - Financial Accounting I

Prerequisites

Program admission requirements.

Credits

3.00

ECON106 - Principles Of Macroeconomics

Prerequisites

English Studies 12, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

MATH125 - Business Mathematics

Prerequisites

Any Math 11, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

MATH140 - Calculus I for Social Sciences

Prerequisites

Pre-calculus 12, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

TWC164 - Business Communications I

Prerequisites

NOTE: PGBM students must complete BUS 300 or BUS 301 with a minimum of 68%, before taking this course. No prerequisites required in other programs.

Credits

3.00

ENGL110 - College Composition

Prerequisites

English Studies 12, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

Students who may pursue a university degree should take ENGL 110 instead of TWC 164.

Term 2

ADMN181 - Marketing

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

COMM241 - Financial Accounting II

Prerequisites

COMM 240 and ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ECON107 - Principles Of Microeconomics

Prerequisites

English Studies 12, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

STAT105 - Introduction To Statistics

Prerequisites

Math 11 at any level or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

TWC165 - Business Communications II

Prerequisites

ENGL 110 or TWC 164, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

COOP101 - Business Co-op Work-term I

Prerequisites

Credits

6.00

COOP 101 Co-op Education Work Term is an optional course.

COOP 101 Co-op Education Work Term (worth 6 credits) can replace any second-year course except ADMN 297 Entrepreneurship. In this option, the net increase in program credits is three.

Term 3

COMM220 - Principles of Organizational Behaviour

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN230 - Project Management

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN250 - Managerial Accounting

Prerequisites

COMM 241 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN252 - Financial Management

Prerequisites

COMM 241 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN272 - Commercial Law

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%, or successful completion of Year 1 of Law and Justice Studies.

Credits

3.00

Term 4

ADMN265 - Operations Management

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 and STAT 105, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%.

Credits

3.00

ADMN286 - Human Resource Management

Prerequisites

ADMN 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN293 - Electronic Commerce

Prerequisites

ADMN 181 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN296 - International Business

Prerequisites

ADMN 181 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

3.00

ADMN297 - Entrepreneurship

Prerequisites

ADMN 250, ADMN 181 and TWC 165, or equivalent with a minimum of 60%.

Credits

3.00

COOP101 - Business Co-op Work-term I

Prerequisites

Credits

6.00

COOP 101 Co-op Education Work Term is an optional course.

COOP 101 Co-op Education Work Term (worth 6 credits) can replace any second-year course except ADMN 297 Entrepreneurship. In this option, the net increase in program credits is three.

Elective

ADMN399 - Directed Studies Business

ADMN 399 Directed Studies Business involves students engaging in independent study, research, and practice related to a topic in business under faculty supervision.

Prerequisites

Program CGPA of 3.0 or above. Approval by School Chair.

Credits

3.00

ADMN 399 Directed Studies (3) can replace second-year course with school chair approval.

Note:
1. For students who started the program prior to Fall 2020, credit toward the graduation requirements will not be given for both ADMN 295 and ADMN 297, ADMN 170 and 171, or ADMN 291 and ADMN 259.
2. ADMN 399 Directed Studies (3) can be used as an elective as described above. Alternatively, it can be added to the program to increase the total credit count. Replacing any course with ADMN 399 will not support any block transfer agreement. If adding ADMN 399 to the total program credit count, some block transfer agreements may limit block transfer to 60 credits. See program coordinator for details and implications.

Tuition & Fees

Policy

Effective Term:

Fall, Winter, Spring

Advanced Standing:

1. For this program, students may obtain credit for a maximum of 75% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) or combination thereof.

3. During the entire time in the program, a student may only perform one PLA for a course already attempted at Selkirk College.

4. For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

Re-Entry Instructions:

See Policy 8615: Standards of Academic Progress

Assessment:

a) This Program uses Grading Table 1.

b) For COOP course, use the Competency Based grading table. To view all College grading tables, see Policy 8612: Grading.

Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

a) Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.

b) Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.

c) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

e) Individual course outline may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

Program Specific Regulations:

Co-op Education

b) Each co-op course consists of a minimum 420 working hours. A co-op course may occur in any of the three academic semesters (fall, winter, spring) and are recorded at 6 credits each.

Eligibility

(i) Acceptance into one of the Business Administration diploma programs.

(ii) Completion of at least 15 credits at Selkirk College towards the Business Administration program with a minimum Program GPA of at least 2.33.

(iii) School Chair approval.

(iv) Follow Selkirk COOP Education requirements, process, and timelines.

(v) Successfully completes COOP Workplace Readiness Training.

(vi) Pay the COOP tuition fee.

Co-op Designation

Academic Courses while on a work term

Courses and Credits

Co-op education courses will provide students with documented, program relevant work experience that is recognized with a designation on their transcript.

Please refer to Policy 8370 Selkirk College Co-operative Education and Selkirk College Co-operative Education Procedures for additional information regarding Co-op Education at Selkirk College.

In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

Attendance:

Attendance and Punctuality Responsibilities

a) Punctual and regular attendance for scheduled classes, laboratory sessions and all of the scheduled learning activities is expected of all students.

b) Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and punctuality requirements.

Assignments:

1. Assignments

a) Students will normally receive at least one week notice of dates and times when assignments and/or tests are to be submitted and/or written.

b) If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty.

2. Examinations

a) In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.

b) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

c) Any alternate arrangements for final examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.

d) Tests and exams will ordinarily be retained by the instructor for no less than 6 months.

Professional Requirements:

1. Student Conduct

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

2. Student Conduct

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

Other Regulations:

PROBATION

1. If a student has a term or cumulative program GPA less than 2.00, the student will be placed on academic probation for at least the next semester.

2. The maximum number of semesters on Academic Probation, consecutive or otherwise is two (2). A student will be withdrawn from the program if they exceed the maximum.

3. Notwithstanding paragraph C.2 above, a student who fails to meet the requirements in the letter of probation may be required to withdraw from the course or program.

4. For additional information: See Policy 8619: Probation

Cheating and Plagiarism See Policy 8618: Cheating and Plagiarism

Business Management - Postgraduate Diploma

Full-Time Program

Early Childhood Care and Education - Infant/Toddler Advanced Certificate

After you complete your Early Childhood Care and Education - Certificate, ladder into this program to specialize in infant/toddler care.

Program at a Glance

Length

3 terms

Credential

Certificate

Delivery Method

On Campus

Campus

Castlegar

Intake Dates

Fall

Contacts

Ellen Strelaeff

Program Coordinator, Instructor

Phone

1 (250) 365-7292

21439

Direct

1 (250) 365-1439

Contact by email

Jocelyn Schroeder

School Chair, Instructor

Phone

1 (888) 953-1133

21289

Contact by email

Overview

The courses in this program meet the educational requirements of the BC ECE Registry Special Needs Educator Certification.

These courses may be used as credits towards the Human Services Diploma in Early Childhood Education.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Demonstrate professionalism in practice consistent with the code of ethics and standards of practice of their respective disciplines
Use effective interpersonal skills, including active listening, collaboration, self-awareness and conflict resolution within multi-faceted roles and contexts
Understand and respect cultural differences and multiple ways of knowing
Practice from an ethic of inclusivity
Establish and maintain wellness strategies to assure work/life balance both personally and professionally
Engage in critical thinking, problem-solving and reflective practice

Admission Requirements

Completion of an Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate from an approved BC institution
Proof of ECCE registration and/or transcripts of successful completion from an ECCE post-secondary certificate program.
BC high school graduation or equivalent
English 12 or equivalent, with a minimum of 60% or better

Additional Requirements

No additional requirements for this program.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. CERTIFICATE, ADVANCED CERTIFICATE& DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Students applying to the diploma program immediately following completion of a Human Services Certificate Program, may request that the contents of their file be transferred.

2. PART-TIME STUDIES IN HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS

a) Acceptance to an individual course does not constitute admission to the program. All program admissions will be considered according to Part I, A: Admissions Requirements.

b) The ECCE, EACSW, SSW Certificate programs and the Human Services Diploma program may be completed on a part-time basis depending on number of spaces available. Students choosing to complete a program on a part time basis must meet with a program coordinator, councillor and/or School Chair at the time of acceptance to plan a course of studies.

c) Students who have been accepted for part time studies and are in good standing academically will normally be accepted upon re-application to the next term. Refer to Part II, Section B, Promotions re: academic requirements.

Graduation and Promotion

In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00 and a minimum of 60% or better in all semester courses.

B. PROMOTION

1. In order to progress to the next semester, the following requirements must be met.

a) Completion of all courses in the semester with a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.00 and a grade of a “C” or better in all semester courses.

b) Promotion to the second year of the Diploma program requires a cumulative GPA of 2.33 during the first year of studies or School Chair approval

2. Promotion to practicum will be determined by the following criteria:

a) A grade of "C" or better in all required courses as defined in Part II, C, Graduation Requirements.

b) Some types of criminal records may limit or prohibit a student's acceptance in field placement agencies. Ability to be accepted into field placement is a requirement for admission and promotion.

3. A student’s performance will be reviewed by program faculty when:

a) Grades in one or more courses fall below a “C”.

b) Unacceptable behaviour, inappropriate interpersonal skills, and/or patterns of absence are displayed (as outlined in program policies).

c) On probation.

4. Considerations for practicum placement:

a) Practicum placements are normally completed within the College region.

b) To avoid a conflict of interest, students are expected to inform instructors of agencies where family and/or personal connections exist.

c) Practicum placements will be arranged by a program instructor.

d) Agency staff will be informed if a student has refused to sign a waiver authorizing the College to share personal information about the student with agency staff.

5. Students will not be placed in practicum based on the following:

a) The student has not demonstrated readiness for practicum placement.

b) Two agencies refuse to accept the student in practicum placement.

c) The student lacks means of transportation.

6. Practicum evaluation will be based on:

a) A review of the student's performance in relation to stated course competencies.

b) A joint review comprised of college instructor, agency supervisor and student.

c) Completed practicum assignments.

In order to graduate with Honors students must meet all program requirements with no grades less than a B- and a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Courses

Term 1

ECCE200 - Infant Growth and Development

ECCE 200 Infant Growth and Development. This course will explore child development from theoretical perspectives and will examine ways of enhancing young children's development. Conceptual themes to be addressed include: developmentally appropriate practice, the competent child, diversity, responsive caring, relationships, child centered environments, emotional safety, and creativity.

Prerequisites

In order to receive transferability (course credit) for courses in the ECCE Post Basic certificate in Infant/Toddler, a student must have completed the Basic Early Childhood Certificate with a minimum of 60%.

Credits

2.00

ECCE260 - Health Care in Infant and Toddler Programs

ECCE 260 Health Care in Infant and Toddler Programs includes the planning, establishment and maintenance of a safe and healthy environment regarding: food preparation and handling, planning nutritious snacks and meals, diapering/toileting, accident prevention and hazard identification, medication, illness management and assessment, modelling healthy practices and utilizing community health resources.

Prerequisites

Credits

2.00

HSER267 - Leadership in Human Services

HSER 267 Leadership in Human Services provides a basic introduction to leadership concepts. Students self-reflect as they explore the concepts of emotional intelligence, leadership style, and the qualities and attributes of an effective leader. Students create a plan for developing personal leadership skills and have opportunities to improve their leadership performance in managing conflict, overcoming obstacles, and establishing a constructive climate.

Prerequisites

Human Services Certificate or Instructor's permission.

Credits

3.00

Term 2

ECCE285 - Practices With Infants and Toddlers

ECCE 285 Practices with Infants and Toddlers. This culmination course is designed to prepare the student to work as an Early Childhood Educator with children under three years. Emphasis will be on professional decision making; designing and implementing a safe nurturing inclusive program. This course builds on and expands knowledge from the basic ECCE program regarding early childhood theory, philosophies, historical approaches and high quality care.

Prerequisites

Completion of the Selkirk College ECCE Basic Program, or equivalent with acceptance into the Post-Basic Infant Toddler Program.

Credits

6.00

Term 3

ECCE282 - Infant/Toddler Observation Practicum

ECCE 282 Infant/Toddler Observation Practicum provides the student with opportunities for supervised practical experience and directed observation of individual infants and toddlers as well as group settings designed for infants and toddlers. Ten hours of individual child observations may be done in homes, family day care, or other informal settings. The forty hours of Infant-Toddler Centre observations will be arranged in a variety of locations.

Prerequisites

Early Childhood Education Certificate. Available only to students accepted into the program.

Credits

2.00

ECCE286 - Infant Toddler Practicum

ECCE 286 Infant Toddler Practicum experience is designed to provide the student, under supervision, with opportunities to apply and consolidate knowledge and skills in working with infants and toddlers in group settings. Five weeks in length, this block practicum places each student in an early childhood setting for children under age three.

Prerequisites

ECCE 285 , ECCE 200, ECCE 260 and HSER 267. Early Childhood Education Certificate and successful completion of the listed prerequisites with a minimum of 60%.

Corequisites

ECCE 282

Credits

6.00

Policy

Effective Term:

Fall

Effective Year:

20240801

Advanced Standing:

ADVANCE OR TRANSFER CREDIT

a) Transfer credit will be given for university transfer courses equivalent to Selkirk College courses, providing a grade of "C" or better was achieved.

b) Applications for transfer credit from other ECCE, SSW or EACSW programs will be reviewed with provincial articulation agreements and considered on an individual basis; applicants may be required to provide detailed course outlines.

PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA)

a) Advance credit in core program courses (i.e., SSW, ECCE, EACSW and HSER) may be granted by the School Chair or designate after evaluation of the applicant’s mastery of course objectives. See program specific guidelines for PLA.

b) Credit for Final Practicum will not be awarded through PLA in Human Services programs.

Re-Entry Instructions:

1. An application is required for enrolment in program courses in subsequent years.

2. Normally, students who must interrupt their program may apply for re-admission, within one year of departure, on the basis of the following priorities:

a) Students in good standing who interrupted their program for illness or other personal reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

c) Students transferring from another program within BC.

3. Students who fail to complete a semester successfully may apply to re-enter and repeat the incomplete semester when it is next offered. (Normally, there is a period of 12 months between offerings of a course or semester.)

4. Normally, a student returning in one year or less will retain full credit for all courses previously completed. After more than one year's absence, students may be required to update or repeat courses previously completed. A grade of "C" or credit granted in each repeated course is required for re-entry.

5. Students who withdraw for medical or psychological reasons will provide evidence to the School Chair from a licensed practitioner regarding the suitability of his/her return to the program.

6. Students must complete the program in its entirety within 60 calendar months from the time of initial entry into the program.

7. Students who have successfully completed their Selkirk College Human Services certificate within the previous year are considered to be a re-entry student.

8. Re-entry full-time students who have successfully completed their previous year are given priority over part time students.

Grading Table:

Other

Types of Assessments:

Assignments

(i) A minimum of three evaluative events will occur as specified in course outlines.

(ii) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.

(iii) Assignments are due on the date stated on course or assignment outlines. A student may request one extension per course. The request must be made in writing no less than 24 hours before the due date. If the instructor grants permission for the extension the revised due date will be determined by the instructor.

(iv) Under extenuating circumstances further requests for extensions may be granted only after the student has participated in a mandatory consultation with the Department Head of Student Access and Support or designate and has presented the instructor with a written plan outlining how they intend to complete their work in a timely manner.

(v) A penalty of 10% per day will be assessed against late assignments. All assignments must be handed in by the last day of classes in order to achieve a passing grade and advance to the practicum.

(vi) All course assignments must be completed to achieve a passing grade.

(vii) All assignments must be typed.

(viii) Students may, at the discretion of the instructor, rewrite a maximum of one assignment per course. Rewrites must be submitted for marking within 14 calendar days of the return of the original assignment to the student. Rewritten assignments will receive a maximum grade of 75%.

(ix) Students are expected to write tests on the designated dates. If, for legitimate absences, the student misses a test, he/she must write the test as soon as possible with the permission of the instructor.

Examinations

(i) Exams, labs, projects, assignments, and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

(ii) No single evaluative event shall be worth more than 50% of the final grade.

(iii) For courses involving practicum placements (ECCE 195, 286, 292, 294; SSW 163, 168; EASC 195, 196; HSER 270, 280) evaluation occurs on a continuous basis and graded CRG or NCG as per the Competency Based Selkirk Grading Table in Selkirk College Policy 8612 Grading. All practicum activities may be considered evaluative events. Informal verbal and/or written feedback is regularly provided by the instructor and practicum supervisors. Depending on the length of the course there may be one or more performance appraisals or evaluations.

Attendance:

1. Students absent for 20% or more in a given course may be placed on behavioural probation. If a student arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves more than 10 minutes early, they may be recorded as absent.

2. Students absent from any courses are responsible for the work they have missed and must make up assignments as required.

3. Students are responsible to inform the instructor in advance of any absences.

4. Students participating in on-line classes are expected to access and read all materials posted on their course site. If any aspect of the course has not been opened and/or participated in the student will be considered absent for that class.

Professional Requirements:

1. Codes of Ethics and Competencies

Students are expected to know, understand and abide by the applicable Codes of Ethics:

a) Child and Youth Care Worker;

b) Social Service Worker;

c) Early Childhood Educator.

d) Education Assistant & Community Support Worker.

2. Guidelines for Professional Conduct

In addition students are expected to consistently demonstrate professional conduct based on the following guidelines:

e) exercise personal discipline, accountability and judgement,

f) accept personal responsibility for continued competency and learning,

g) assist and serve the public, client or patient and place them before oneself,

h) recognize the dignity and worth of all persons in any level of society,

i) assist others in learning,

j) recognize one’s own limitations and areas for development, and

k) maintain confidentiality of information appropriate to the purpose and trust given when that information is acquired.

Professional Conduct will be measured by: one’s professional abilities, personal integrity, and the attitude one demonstrates in relationship with others.

3. Students who violate these professional standards may be required to withdraw from their Program.

4. Students may be required to withdraw when ethical, medical or other reasons interfere with the satisfactory completion of their Program.

Other Regulations:

RESPONSIBILITIES IN FIELD PRACTICUM PLACEMENTS

1. The selection of practicum placements is the responsibility of the program faculty. Students will not actively seek practicum sites.

2. Students will not provide transportation for clients while on practicum.

3. Students will not administer medications to clients while on practicum.

4. Students without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible for clients when off agency premises unless college instructor approval is given prior to the event. ECCE students, without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible under any circumstance for children off agency premises.

Early Childhood Care and Education (Inclusive Practice) - Human Services Diploma

Full-Time Program

Early Childhood Care and Education (Infant and Toddler) - Human Services Diploma

Full-Time Program

Early Learning and Childcare - Diploma

Full-Time Program

Education Assistant and Community Support Worker - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Electrical - Apprenticeship Levels 1 to 4

Full-Time Program

Electrical Foundation - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Elementary Education - Associate of Arts Degree

Full-Time Program

Embrace Reiki Energy

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Emergency Child Care First Aid with CPR

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C (WorkSafe OFA 1 Equivalent)

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Engineering Transfer - Certificate

Full-Time Program

English - Associate of Arts Degree

Full-Time Program

English Language Program

Full-Time Program

Enhancing Cognitive Health with Herbal Medicine

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Enterprise GIS Ecosystem Implementation

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Entry to Pharmacy - Associate of Science Degree

Full-Time Program

Environmental Programs First-year Requirements

Full-Time Program

Explorers - Famous & Less Well Known

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Exploring The Wonders Of Watercolour And Ink

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

F

Fall Landscapes In Acrylic

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Fall Protection

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Family Memento: Get Your Life's Adventure On The Page

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Fiddle, Guitar & Piano Camp

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Financial Foundations for Small Business Success

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Financial Management for Non-Profits

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Find Your Wings on the Ukulele

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Fine Woodworking - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Fleeing the Funk

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Food Safety for Food Handlers - Online

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Foodsafe Level 1

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Foraging for Spring Mushrooms

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Forest Technology - Diploma

Full-Time Program

Forklift Operator Certification

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Forklift Operator: Driver Training & Certification

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Foundations of Conflict Management

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Full-Stack Web Development - Postgraduate Diploma

Full-Time Program

Fundamentals in Programming and Software Development

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

G

Genealogy Basics

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

General Studies - Associate of Arts Degree

Full-Time Program

General Studies - Associate of Science Degree

Full-Time Program

Geographic Information Systems

Full-Time Program

Geographic Information Systems - Advanced Diploma

Full-Time Program

Geographic Information Systems - Bachelor's Degree

Full-Time Program

Geomatics in the Workplace - Advanced Certificate

Full-Time Program

Gerontological Nursing - Postgraduate Diploma

Full-Time Program

H

Hairstylist - Apprenticeship Level 2

Full-Time Program

Hairstylist Foundation - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Handweaving - Twine Bags

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Headlines & History

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Health Care Assistant - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Health Care Assistant - Diploma

Full-Time Program

Heavy Mechanical Foundation - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Herbal Medicine For Pain

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

History - Associate of Arts Degree

Full-Time Program

History & Headlines

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Holistic Nutrition And Senior Health

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Hospitality Management - Postgraduate Diploma

Full-Time Program

How To Create Your Own Digital Product

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

How To Obtain A Medical Cannabis Prescription

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Human Services Diploma

Full-Time Program

Hunter Training (CORE)

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

I

Ideas Cafe

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Internet Safety

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Intro to Face Mould and Casting

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Introduction to Interior Design

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2019

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Introduction to Natural Health and Healing

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Iona's World - More Than A Book Club

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Iona's World: More Than a Book Club! Adventure #2

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Iona's World: More Than a Book Club! Adventure #3

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Italian Cooking Series: Italian Wedding Soup

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

L

Law and Justice Studies - Liberal Arts Diploma

Full-Time Program

Learn To Use Facebook Marketplace For Buying & Selling

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

LEVEL UP: Film School Prep (High School Students)

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Liberal Arts - Diploma

Full-Time Program

Liberal Arts and Sciences - Diploma

Full-Time Program

Life & Time Management

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Lift 150: Train the Trainer

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Lift 151: Surface Passenger Ropeways

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Lift 152: Aerial Fixed Grip Passenger Ropeways

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Lift 153: Aerial Detachable Grip Passenger Ropeways

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Lifting & Rigging

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Line Dancing

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

LiR Intro To Ukulele

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

LiR's Got Talent!

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Living and Learning from Grief

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Lose Weight and Keep It Off

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

M

Make Your Own Christmas Cards

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Make Your Own Mushroom Log

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Making Your Own Carving Tool: Skew and Chip Knives

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Marine Basic First Aid

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Mass Timber Micro-Credentials

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Mastering Public Speaking

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Medicinal Mushrooms

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Meditation 101: Learn it. Build it. Share it.

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Mental Health and Addictions - Associate Certificate

Full-Time Program

Mental Health and Substance Use - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Metal Fabricator Foundation - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Micro-course 1: Drone Awareness (RPAS 100)

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Micro-course 3: Advanced Drone Applications (RPAS 300)

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Micro-course 3: Advanced Drone Applications (RPAS 300) discounted rate

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Micro-Internship Training

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Millwright/Machinist Foundation - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Monthly Trivia Quiz

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Multi-Process Alloy Welding - Certificate

Full-Time Program

Music and Technology, Contemporary - Advanced Diploma

Full-Time Program

Music and Technology, Contemporary - Composition Diploma

Full-Time Program

Music and Technology, Contemporary - General Studies Diploma

Full-Time Program

Music and Technology, Contemporary - Performance Diploma

Full-Time Program

Music and Technology, Contemporary - Production Diploma

Full-Time Program

Music and Technology, Contemporary - Songwriting Diploma

Full-Time Program

My Life: Using Risk Management Principles to Live Your Best Life

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

N

Navigating Grief

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Nonviolent Communication

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Nonviolent Communication (NVC)

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Nursing - Bachelor of Science

Full-Time Program

Nursing Unit Clerk - Certificate

Full-Time Program

O

Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 1

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 1 Instructor Training

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 2

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 3

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 3 Refresher

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Occupational First Aid (OFA): Transportation Endorsement

Community Education & Workplace Training Course

Office Administration & Technology

Sharpen your skills and open doors to new opportunities with these sought-after college credentials.

Program at a Glance

Credential

Certificate

School

Business

Delivery Method

Online

Contacts

Have Questions?

Student Recruiters

Direct

1 (250) 304-5071

Contact by email

Sabrina van Hellemond

Instructor

Phone

1 (250) 352-6601

11363

Direct

1 (250) 505-1363

Contact by email

Overview

Get qualified with business certificates designed for those new to or re-entering the workplace.

Courses are all online, including final exams. Courses are asynchronous, which means there is no weekly mandatory class time. There are weekly submissions requiring you to maintain the course schedule, but you have the flexibility within each week to complete course work when it suits you best.

Program Pathways

Office Assistant Certificate

Full-time, online, six months—starts every September and completes in February

Part-time study option available but lengthens completion time and affects student qualification for funding—ask us.

Bookkeeping Certificate

Part-time, online, nine months—starts every September and finishes by May

Part-time means that you should schedule 20 hours per week for assignments and studying.

Bookkeeping Advanced Certificate

Full-time. Students complete the certificate in 3.5 months. Starts mid-February every year.

This program is for those who already have an Office Assistant Certificate. Continue your education!

Bookkeeping Skills Associate Certificate

Part-time. Students complete the certificate in six months.

Five courses focused on developing bookkeeping skills. Course credits align with the requirements for the Bookkeeping Certificate.

Word Processing Skills Associate Certificate

Part-time. Students complete the certificate in four months.

Five courses focused on developing word processing skills. Course credits align with the requirements for the Office Assistant Certificate.

Qualify for Funding

Determine your eligibility for funding through our partners:

WorkBC (Contact your local centre by phone)
StudentAidBC (for full-time studies)

Program Outcomes

Tuition & Fees

Office Administration and Technology - Bookkeeping Certificate

Program at a Glance

Length

9 months

Credential

Certificate

Delivery Method

Online

Campus

Online

Intake Dates

Fall

Contacts

Sabrina van Hellemond

Instructor

Phone

1 (250) 352-6601

11363

Direct

1 (250) 505-1363

Contact by email

Have Questions?

Student Recruiters

Direct

1 (250) 304-5071

Contact by email

Overview

Part-time, online, nine months—starts every September and finishes by May.

Part-time means that you should schedule 20 hours per week for assignments and studying.

Learn bookkeeping fundamentals and much more! Understand the full bookkeeping cycle from set-up and beyond. Get first-hand experience with accounting software and payroll administration. Build your communication, teamwork and presentation skills.

Through hands-on practical experience, you will learn:

Proficient, touch typing
Computer applications such as Word and Excel
Databases
Professional document production
Interpersonal and professional communication skills
Accounting concepts and procedures
The accounting cycle

To create and modify accounting records
To prepare and analyze financial statements
payroll fundamentals
Sage (Simply Accounting) software
Employability skills
Professionalism

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate standard administrative skills
Demonstrate workplace related collaborative skills
Explain the legal responsibilities of office personnel in providing a safe and healthy workplace environment
Demonstrate emerging employability skills
Outline the importance of ethical and professional behaviours and conduct themselves accordingly in an academic environment
Demonstrate basic numeracy skills
Apply entry level accounting principles/practices as required
Use technology and software applications to industry standards
Communicate professionally in various formats to a variety of stakeholders
Explain basic customer service theories and techniques

Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting the general entrance requirements for admission to Selkirk College, applicants must meet the following Office Administration and Technology Program requirements:

Office Administration and Technology Certificate (Office Assistant and Bookkeeping Concentrations):

English Studies 11 with a minimum of 60% or higher, or equivalent
For international applicants, IELTS 6.0 overall band score with no band below 5.5, or equivalent on other internationally recognized English Language Proficiency Tests
Any Math 10 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 60%

NOTE: Students that do not meet all admission requirements may complete the College Readiness Tool (CRT) to confirm required math and English levels.

Additional Requirements

The deadline for receiving required documentation is stated in the student’s admissions letter.

An interview (in person or by telephone) with the program coordinator (or designate) may be required before entry to the program.

Where space permits, students may be admitted up to the end of the first week of the course. Admission beyond this point will only be possible with the approval of the instructor(s) involved.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Before an applicant's file is considered to be complete, the following must have been received by the Admissions Department:

a) Completed application form.

b) The appropriate official transcripts.

2. Entry may be limited by admission requirements, space limitations and/or completion of preadmission assessment.

3. Part-time Study
Subject to space limitations, program admission requirements, and course prerequisites, all three programs accommodate part-time study.

Graduation and Promotion

The minimal requirement for graduation is a cumulative program GPA of 2.67 or equivalent standard.

PROMOTION

1. To be promoted a student must achieve a minimum grade of "P" in every course.

2. Students must successfully complete the Office Administration & Technology Certificate with a minimum GPA of 2.67 to qualify for entrance to one of the Advanced Certificates.

3. Any student who has left the program because of unsatisfactory performance may be readmitted with the approval of the School Chair or designate after consultation with instructors.

GRADUATION

Credentials:

Office Administration & Technology Certificate – Bookkeeping

To be eligible for the Office Administration & Technology Certificate, students must complete all requirements of the certificate within 3 years of entering into the program.
A student who has completed the graduation requirements with a cumulative GPA of 3.67 or better and no "B-" or lower grades in any subject will be designated as graduating with Honours.
The minimal requirement for graduation is a cumulative program GPA of 2.67 or equivalent standard.

Courses

Required Courses

OTEC100 - Online Learner Success

OTEC 100 Online Learner Success (OLS) provides students with a working knowledge of the Moodle online learning platform utilized by all Selkirk College online courses. Students submit assignments, discussion postings, emails, and quizzes to gain experience in working in an online classroom environment. This course is essential for student success in online studies.

Credits

0.50

OTEC110 - Keyboarding I

OTEC 110 Keyboarding I provides students with the necessary techniques to keyboard accurately at a minimum of 35 net words per minute using the alpha and numeric keyboard. Starting with finger placement, students learn how to type alphabetic keys, numbers, punctuation and symbols quickly, accurately, and without looking at a keyboard. This course or the equivalent skill is essential for those interested in an office career and for subsequent computer courses where keyboarding is required.

Credits

0.50

OTEC111 - Keyboarding II

OTEC 111 Keyboarding II is an advanced keyboarding course designed to increase keying speed and accuracy to a minimum of 50 net words per minute on a five minute timing. Students cover the alphabetic and punctuation keys, keyboard numbers, and symbols. Keyboarding software provides immediate feedback and records results. Lessons must be completed successfully within the required accuracy goals before advancement. This course or the equivalent skill is essential for those interested in advancing in an office career.

Prerequisites

OTEC 110 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

0.50

OTEC115 - Administrative Computer Applications

OTEC 115 Administrative Computer Applications introduces essential computer skills required in any office career. Students learn terminology and how to use popular computer applications utilizing the Windows operating system. File Explorer, Windows Accessories, web browser basics, web navigation and research, internet security, blogs and social media are covered. Students also learn email etiquette and how to use Microsoft Outlook for composing, sending and receiving email messages, managing contacts, task creation, and calendar scheduling.

Credits

1.50

OTEC120 - Business Math and Calculators

OTEC 120 Business Math and Calculators teaches the touch method of calculator use, explains common calculator features, and emphasizes business and personal problem solving. Multiplication, division, the memory function, decimals, fractions, percentages and discounts are all introduced as well as the metric system and conversions. Students use practice drills throughout the course to enhance speed and accuracy.

Corequisites

None

Credits

1.00

OTEC135 - Business Communications

OTEC 135 Business Communications is designed to teach students how to plan, organize, and write accurate and effective reader-friendly business documents appropriate for use in today's global business environment. Design and strategies are covered for various business letters, memos, reports, proposals and electronic messages. A situational focus groups business communications into three categories: daily, persuasive, and negative. Practicing techniques for all three, students learn to communicate and respond effectively and professionally in a variety of workplace situations.

Credits

1.50

OTEC150 - Word Processing I

OTEC 150 Word Processing I is designed to teach students basic functions of a word processing program as well as how to properly format business documents including letters and memorandums. Business standards in all documents are upheld throughout the course. Microsoft Word software is utilized as the learning platform; however, skills can be transferred to most word processing programs.

Credits

1.50

OTEC153 - Spreadsheets

OTEC 153 Spreadsheets provides students with a working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Students will learn how to design, create, modify, and present professional-looking spreadsheets for use in today's workplace. Exercises include using formulas and built-in functions to solve mathematical problems. Students will also learn how to illustrate and present spreadsheet data in graphic form.

Credits

1.50

OTEC162 - Employability Skills

OTEC 162 Employability Skills will help students develop successful job search strategies for today's competitive and changing job market. Topics include self-assessment, workplace skills, creating on online presence, job search strategies and research, using the Internet for job search and career planning, networking, resumes, employment-related communications, application forms, portfolios, and interviews. Students also explore the role of human resources, occupational health & safety, employment standards, and Worksafe BC.

Credits

1.50

OTEC170 - Bookkeeping I

OTEC 170 Bookkeeping I provides students with an introduction to manual accounting. Emphasis is placed on fundamental accounting principles and their application in day-to-day business situations. This course is based on a service business organized as a sole proprietorship. Students cover basic bookkeeping skills including double-entry general journal entries, posting to the general ledger, preparing a trial balance, recording adjustments in a ten-column worksheet, producing period-end financial statements, closing the temporary accounts, maintaining petty cash, and preparing bank reconciliations.

Credits

2.00

OTEC171 - Payroll

OTEC 171 Payroll is an introduction to payroll procedures and employer responsibilities with regards to deductions and submissions. Students will practice manual payroll calculation and preparation. Topics of study include calculating employees' earnings and deductions, calculating employer payroll expenses, recording and remitting employees' deductions, and employers' annual responsibilities for filing the T4 summary form.

Credits

1.50

OTEC172 - Bookkeeping II

OTEC 172 Bookkeeping II is an intermediate approach to manual accounting. Students will gain additional knowledge in common accounting systems including sales, purchases, taxes, and inventory. The concepts will be presented in the context of a merchandising business. Topics of study include specialized journals, combined journals, merchandise inventory, HST/GST/PST, year-end procedures and worksheets, and annual reporting. Financial statements will be prepared in detail including a classified balance sheet, an income statement with a cost of goods sold section, and a statement of owner's equity.

Prerequisites

OTEC 170 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

2.00

OTEC175 - Computerized Accounting

OTEC 175 Computerized Accounting introduces students to an integrated computerized accounting system using Sage 50 Accounting for Windows. Utilizing business scenarios, students will establish company records; maintain daily transactions using the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and payroll features; and create financial statements.

Credits

2.50

OTEC181 - Capstone: Bookkeeping

OTEC 181 Capstone: Bookkeeping helps students extend their accounting, word processing and database, and spreadsheet software knowledge by completing a variety of practical, integrated projects. Students will also further develop decision-making, prioritizing, organizing, and other administrative skills.

Prerequisites

OTEC 171, OTEC 172, OTEC 175 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

1.50

Policy

Effective Term:

Fall

Effective Year:

20240801

Advanced Standing:

For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

Re-Entry Instructions:

1. Students, who withdraw from their program, may apply to re-enter within one year of departure.

2. Priority for re-entry will be given as follows:

a) Students who interrupted their program for illness or compassionate reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

Assessment:

This Program uses the Standard Academic and Career Grading Table and Competency Based Grading Table. To view all College grading tables, see Policy 8612: Grading.

Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

1. Assessments

a) Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.

b) Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.

c) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

e) Individual course outlines may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

2. Examinations

a) In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.

b) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

Attendance:

PARTICIPATION

Participation Responsibilities

a) Students are required to follow course schedules and participate in online class discussions on a regular basis. Punctual submissions of all of the scheduled learning activities are expected of all students.

b) Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

c) Students planning an extended absence from the course must notify or make arrangements with their instructor in advance. Instructors are not obligated to provide alternative instruction or assessments in order to accommodate student absences. Failure to notify the instructor may result in withdrawal from the course.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and participation requirements.

Professional Requirements:

Student Conduct

a) Students are expected to behave in a professional manner while in class and/or on Moodle. This includes being respectful of and contributing to the learning environment in accordance with the student code of conduct. For additional information, see Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct-Rights and Responsibilities.

b) Students are expected to be prepared for all classes prior to its start. Assigned materials are to be completed by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page by the instructor.

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students for missed material.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

Other Regulations:

APPEAL
See Policy 8400: Student Appeals

PROBATION

1. If a student has a term or cumulative GPA less than 2.67, the student will be placed on academic probation for at least the next semester.

2. For additional information: See Policy 8619: Probation

Office Administration and Technology - Office Assistant Certificate

Program at a Glance

Length

6 months

Credential

Certificate

Delivery Method

Online

Campus

Online

Intake Dates

Fall

Contacts

Sabrina van Hellemond

Instructor

Phone

1 (250) 352-6601

11363

Direct

1 (250) 505-1363

Contact by email

Have Questions?

Student Recruiters

Direct

1 (250) 304-5071

Contact by email

Overview

Full-time, online, six months—starts every September and completes in February.

Full-time means that you should schedule 35 hours per week for assignments and studying.

The Office Assistant Certificate also has a part-time entry in January. Courses finish at the end of February and then resume in September. This is a perfect gradual start to determine whether the online classroom environment is right for you. Please note that part-time study lengthens completion time and affects student qualification for funding—ask us.

Through hands-on practical experience, you will learn:

Proficient, touch typing
Accounting fundamentals and practices
Up-to-date productivity software, such as Word and Excel
Interpersonal and professional communication skills
Customer service techniques

Professional document production
Employability skills
Personal and office organization
Team-building skills
Professionalism

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate standard administrative skills
Demonstrate workplace related collaborative skills
Explain the legal responsibilities of office personnel in providing a safe and healthy workplace environment
Demonstrate emerging employability skills
Outline the importance of ethical and professional behaviours and conduct themselves accordingly in an academic environment
Demonstrate basic numeracy skills
Apply entry level accounting principles/practices as required
Use technology and software applications to industry standards
Communicate professionally in various formats to a variety of stakeholders
Explain basic customer service theories and techniques

Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting the general entrance requirements for admission to Selkirk College, applicants must meet the following Office Administration and Technology Program requirements:

Office Administration and Technology Certificate (Office Assistant and Bookkeeping Concentrations):

English Studies 11 with a minimum of 60% or higher, or equivalent
For international applicants, IELTS 6.0 overall band score with no band below 5.5, or equivalent on other internationally recognized English Language Proficiency Tests
Any Math 10 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 60%

NOTE: Students that do not meet all admission requirements may complete the College Readiness Tool (CRT) to confirm required math and English levels.

Additional Requirements

The deadline for receiving required documentation is stated in the student’s admissions letter.

An interview (in person or by telephone) with the program coordinator (or designate) may be required before entry to the program.

Where space permits, students may be admitted up to the end of the first week of the course. Admission beyond this point will only be possible with the approval of the instructor(s) involved.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Before an applicant's file is considered to be complete, the following must have been received by the Admissions Department:

a) Completed application form.

b) The appropriate official transcripts.

2. Entry may be limited by admission requirements, space limitations and/or completion of preadmission assessment.

3. Part-time Study
Subject to space limitations, program admission requirements, and course prerequisites, all three programs accommodate part-time study.

Graduation and Promotion

To be promoted a student must achieve a minimum grade of 50% in every course.

The minimal requirement for graduation is a cumulative program GPA of 2.67 or equivalent standard.

PROMOTION

1. To be promoted a student must achieve a minimum grade of "P" in every course.

2. Students must successfully complete the Office Administration & Technology Certificate with a minimum GPA of 2.67 to qualify for entrance to one of the Advanced Certificates.

3. Any student who has left the program because of unsatisfactory performance may be readmitted with the approval of the School Chair or designate after consultation with instructors.

GRADUATION

Credentials:

Office Administration & Technology Certificate - Office Assistant

To be eligible for the Office Administration & Technology Certificate, students must complete all requirements of the certificate within 3 years of entering into the program.
A student who has completed the graduation requirements with a cumulative GPA of 3.67 or better and no "B-" or lower grades in any subject will be designated as graduating with Honours.
The minimal requirement for graduation is a cumulative program GPA of 2.67 or equivalent standard.

Courses

Required Courses

OTEC100 - Online Learner Success

Credits

0.50

OTEC110 - Keyboarding I

Credits

0.50

OTEC115 - Administrative Computer Applications

Credits

1.50

OTEC120 - Business Math and Calculators

Corequisites

None

Credits

1.00

OTEC130 - Business English for Professionals

OTEC 130 Business English for Professionals focuses on correct English usage in a business environment and provides students with a comprehensive study of grammar, punctuation, and style, as well as business spelling and vocabulary development. This course is essential for students seeking successful careers in management, administration, communication, and related areas in which a high level of English language skill is required.

Credits

2.00

OTEC135 - Business Communications

Credits

1.50

OTEC140 - Administrative Procedures

OTEC 140 Administrative Procedures - students will master essential organizational skills and develop efficient office practices in preparation for entry into the contemporary office. Preparing students for the office environment that requires workers to communicate effectively, think critically, apply problem-solving skills, and work effectively with other members of the office team. Students will look at the rapid pace of change in the office of today and understand office workers need the ability to develop new skills and understand new processes as jobs evolve.

Credits

1.50

OTEC150 - Word Processing I

Credits

1.50

OTEC151 - Word Processing II

OTEC 151 Word Processing II is a continuation of Word Processing I and is designed to progress students beyond the basic functions of a word processing program to further enhance documents. Students are introduced to some of the more advanced features of Word including automating formatting, utilizing special Word features, merging documents, and customizing documents. Business standards in all documents are upheld throughout the course. Microsoft Word software is utilized as the learning platform; however, skills can be transferred to most word processing programs.

Prerequisites

OTEC 150 or equivalent with a minimum of 60%

Credits

1.50

OTEC153 - Spreadsheets

Credits

1.50

OTEC160 - Human Relations

OTEC 160 Human Relations concentrates on personal and professional development skills needed by workers in today's workplace. Students will study and practice these skills including self-examination and assessment, self-motivation and goal setting, stress management, time management, effective communication, interpersonal skills, handling conflict, client relations, teamwork, problem solving, and an understanding of business ethics.

Credits

1.00

OTEC161 - Service Delivery

OTEC 161 Service Delivery concentrates on development of fundamental customer service skills required by workers in today's office. Students acquire skills including self-assessment, understanding and controlling barriers to customer service, determining customer needs, problem solving, developing opportunities, empowerment, effective communication, self-motivation and goal setting, and the use of technology. Customer-focused companies are profiled to examine how they promote excellence in customer service.

Credits

1.00

OTEC162 - Employability Skills

Credits

1.50

OTEC170 - Bookkeeping I

Credits

2.00

Policy

Effective Term:

Fall

Effective Year:

20240801

Advanced Standing:

For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

Re-Entry Instructions:

1. Students, who withdraw from their program, may apply to re-enter within one year of departure.

2. Priority for re-entry will be given as follows:

a) Students who interrupted their program for illness or compassionate reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

Assessment:

This Program uses the Standard Academic and Career Grading Table and Competency Based Grading Table. To view all College grading tables, see Policy 8612: Grading.

Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

1. Assessments

a) Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.

b) Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.

c) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

e) Individual course outlines may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

2. Examinations

a) In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.

b) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

Attendance:

A. PARTICIPATION

1. Participation Responsibilities

b) Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and participation requirements.

Professional Requirements:

Student Conduct

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students for missed material.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.