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PACS (PEAC) 220 Economics of Happiness will bring together the united insights of a diverse suite of sciences and arts (e.g. biology, ecology, psychology, sociology, economics, poetry, marketing, peace studies) to provide learners with a context-inclusive understanding of human decision-making processes, adaptive behaviours, and economic dynamics. A significant set of readings from the academic

PACS (PEAC) 224 Current Issues in Peace Studies: Introduction to Islam will introduce students to the Islamic religious tradition and to Muslim communities in Canada. The course begins with self-directed study into how the news media constructs reality. The first part of our group study of Islam will include a discussion of pre-Islamic Arabia and the historical development of Islam, the life of

PACS (PEAC) 301 Directed Studies in Restorative Justice is an independent reading course. It allows the student to connect the principles and values of restorative justice to a particular area of interest of the student's own choosing. The goal is to understand how an approach based on dialogue, relationship-building, healing, and social transformation can be applied to further positive social

PACS (PEAC) 303 Restorative Justice Practice is a sequel course to PACS (PEAC) 301 Directed Studies in Restorative Justice. In this course, the student carries out the proposal developed in PACS (PEAC) 301 by completing a 90-hour restorative justice practicum or project in the workplace, school or community. (Spring offering only)

PACS (PEAC) 305 Peace and Justice Skills is an intensive week-long course that provides the student of transformative justice with practical skills in communication, mediation and conflict transformation. The format will be interactive – short lectures, discussions, case studies and role plays. The student will examine the concepts of power, culture, privilege in the context of communication, with

PEAC 100 Introduction to Peace Studies I offers an introduction to the foundational concepts of peace studies: peace, conflict, violence and non-violence. Students will gain an understanding and engage in critical analysis of historical and current nonviolence movements for social change with the goal of equipping them to help build cultures of peace.

PEAC 101 Peace Studies II is the second of two introductory core courses in Peace Studies at Selkirk College. This course will focus on traditional and non-traditional approaches to Conflict Resolution transformation. Students will be introduced to conflict theory and conflict analysis, as well as conflict transformation strategies ranging from general principles and key concepts in arbitration

PEAC 201 From Water to Chocolate: Environment, Conflict and Justice is an examination of selected global political-ecological issues, including conflict minerals, child slavery, climate change, and water wars; as well as the power and potential of various pathways to peace, including nonviolent direct action, Indigenous solidarity, fair trade, international accompaniment, ecological restoration

BUS 300 An Introduction to Business Communication I is an introduction to the language and culture of business and academia in Canada. Topics include Canadian academic culture, forms of plagiarism, plagiarism avoidance, paraphrasing, citing appropriate sources, appropriate register in business correspondence, various forms of written and spoken Business English, and writing/speaking techniques for

BUS 300 An Introduction to Business Communication I is an introduction to the language and culture of business and academia in Canada. Topics include Canadian academic culture, forms of plagiarism, plagiarism avoidance, paraphrasing, citing appropriate sources, appropriate register in business correspondence, various forms of written and spoken Business English, and writing/speaking techniques for

BUS 301 An Introduction to Business Communication II explores business and academic language skills commonly in Canada. In addition to reinforcing the essential academic integrity skills (plagiarism/citations and authentic work), students will focus on reflective writing, summarizing and expressing opinion and using formal business language for communication and reporting. Students will have to

BUS 320 Principles of Organizational Behaviour provides 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, ethical working environment from a human perspective. This course is designed to develop

BUS 340 Financial Accounting I covers accounting from the basic accounting equation to the preparation of the income statement, statement of owners' equity, and balance sheet. This course covers merchandise operations, valuation and control of cash, temporary investments and receivables, inventories and cost of goods sold, principles of internal control, and accounting for payroll liabilities

BUS 341 Financial Accounting II is the second financial accounting course that reviews and enlarges upon concepts and principles, their application to, and effect upon, financial statements. Topics include capital assets and intangible assets, current and long-term liabilities, partnership accounting, accounting for corporate transactions, notes and bonds payable, the cash flow statement, and

BUS 342 Accounting for Managers exposes non-accounting post-graduate students to accounting. It will give students an understanding of basic accounting terms and concepts to more effectively communicate and understand financial statements and other accounting information.

BUS 343 Introductory Financial Accounting provides an introduction into the basics of accounting principles and practices. It is designed to gain an understanding of how to develop and understand financial statements as well as financial statement analysis.

BUS 350 Management Accounting is an introduction to management accounting concepts and methods. Main topic areas include: job order and process costing, budgeting and responsibility accounting, identification of costs relevant to price, product, and replacement decisions, cost/volume/profit relationships, cost control through flexible budgets, standard costs, and variance analysis.

BUS 351 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, property, plant, and equipment and finally Intangible assets form an integral part of this course.

BUS 369 Accounting Information Systems 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)

BUS 370 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.

BUS 372 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

BUS 381 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

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.

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

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