All business students (Accounting, General, Human Resources and Marketing - two or three year programs) share a common first semester. First semester includes four mandatory business courses, one communications course, and one general education course. The common first semester provides students with the flexibility to change majors at the end of the first semester. The common first semester includes:

Graduation Requirements

24 Mandatory Courses

2 Communications Courses

5 Optional Courses - includes 1 additional Communications requirement

5 General Education Courses

3 Co-op Work Terms

Graduation Eligibility

To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester, from year to year and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester.

Mandatory

ACCT1000 Financial Accounting Principles 1

ACCT1003 Finance and Accounting

BUSI1001 Introduction to Organizational Behavior

BUSI1007 Payroll Compliance

COMP1003 Microcomputer Applications

ECON1000 Microeconomics

ECON2000 Macroeconomics

HURM1000 Human Resources Management Foundations

HURM1001 Occupational Health and Safety

HURM1002 Labor Relations

HURM1004 Compensation

HURM1005 Human Resource Planning

HURM1006 Training and Development

HURM1007 Recruitment and Selection

HURM2000 Employment Law

HURM2002 Pensions and Benefits

HURM2003 Human Resources Research and HRIS Applications

HURM3000 Current Issues in Human Resources

HURM3001 Performance Management

MATH1002 Mathematics of Finance

MGMT2001 Principles of Management

MGMT2002 Project Management

MKTG1000 Introduction to Marketing

STAT2000 Statistics 1

Options

Select 4 of the following:

ACCT1001 Financial Accounting Principles 2

BUSI1002 Consumer Behavior

BUSI1008 Payroll Fundamentals 1

BUSI1009 Payroll Fundamentals 2

BUSI1011 Professional Business Practices

BUSI2000 Entrepreneurship and Small Business

COMP2003 Relational Database

ECON3000 Economic Issues

FNCE2000 Business Finance

HURM1003 Labor Economics

HURM3002 Retirement Plans

LAWS2000 Business Law

MGMT1000 Retail Management

MGMT2000 Production and Operations Management

MGMT3001 Managerial Decision Making

MKTG1003 Personal Selling

REAS2002 Foundations of Business Research

STAT2001 Statistics 2

The descriptions that follow provide brief outlines of the courses. Please note that some courses have prerequisite and/or corequisite requirements not shown here, that need to be met in order to enroll in the course. You will be advised of any requisite requirements during the registration process, or you can contact the academic area for further details.

Communications

COMM1001 Communications at Work

Plus one addition communications to be selected from College list

(Note: this is in addition to any mandatory communications listed for the program)

General Education Courses

To be selected from College list

Co-op

COOP1008 Business Work Term 1

COOP2027 Business Human Resources Work Term 2

COOP3000 Business Work Term 3

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ACCT1000 Financial Accounting Principles 1 42.0 Hours

This introductory course in financial accounting covers the accounting cycle including preparation of financial statements for service and trading companies operating as single proprietorships. Also included are topics related to accounting for merchandising operations, accounting information systems, cash, temporary investments and accounts receivable.

ACCT1001 Financial Accounting Principles 2 42.0 Hours

This course continues the introduction and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to current assets, current liabilities, and shareholders' equity.

ACCT1003 Finance and Accounting 42.0 Hours

This course covers the theory and concepts of business accounting. It reviews the elements of the financial statement and the interpretation of this report. It is designed to assist the Manager to understand the measurement bases and the reporting methodology used in accounting. Other topics in this course are: the accounting process, fixed assets, managerial accounting, budgeting, breakeven analysis and responsibility accounting.

BUSI1001 Introduction to Organizational Behavior 42.0 Hours

Organizational Behavior is an introductory course, which teaches social science theory as applied to the business world. It provides rich insights about working people in all kinds of organizations and also suggests how people may be motivated to work together more productively.

BUSI1002 Consumer Behavior 42.0 Hours

Consumer Behavior deals with people in the marketplace. This course looks at approaches social scientists have taken when studying the consumer and the application of their findings in a business or organizational context. Topics include areas related to affect, cognition, behavior and the environment.

BUSI1007 Payroll Compliance 42.0 hours

This course provides you with the knowledge of an organization's payroll compliance responsibilities and how to communicate this information to stakeholders. In addition, you will develop a working knowledge of payroll tools and how to apply them to individual payroll scenarios.

BUSI1008 Payroll Fundamentals 1 42.0 hours

You will acquire working knowledge of payroll legislation and individual pay calculations, including the components of pay from remuneration and deductions, to net pay for regular and non-regular situations

BUSI1009 Payroll Fundamentals 2 42.0 hours

This course provides you with the knowledge and skill to calculate and report government and third party remittances, year-end requirements and accounting for payroll at the compliance level. In addition, you will be able to effectively communicate organizational processes and their requirements to internal and external stakeholders.

BUSI1011 Professional Business Practices 42.0 Hours

You will learn how to prepare and present yourself and your work in a professional manner according to business ethics and protocol(s). In addition you will develop skills to manage office politics, social situations, travel and communications. Finally, you will develop an understanding of appropriate cultural and travel protocols for success in international business situations.

BUSI2000 Entrepreneurship and Small Business 42.0 Hours

This course deals with establishing and operating a small business. Emphasis is placed on using business techniques, acquired in previous courses, to assist in developing a comprehensive understanding of the skills and abilities needed to succeed.

COMM1001 Communications at Work 42.0 Hours

Students develop their communication skills for the workplace. Using available technology, they research, write and edit work-related correspondence and short reports, individually and collaboratively. With audio-visual support, they prepare and deliver professional presentations that have vocational emphasis. In addition, students complete other communication tasks specific to their vocational areas.

COMP1003 Microcomputer Applications 42.0 Hours

This course introduces the student to databases, worksheets, presentation software, and word processing. The intent of this course is to provide the student with a broad introduction to business computer applications. This course provides the student with hands-on learning and independent study.

COMP2003 Relational Database 42.0 Hours

The design of an information system built on a relational database is studied and implemented. A data base management package is used to complete various business cases.

COOP1008 Business Work Term 1 560.0 Hours

Co-operative Education is a mandatory component of all Business programs. You must participate in a series of co-op classes (CPHR0001 - 12 sessions) prior to the application process. Classes provide you with the knowledge and skills to conduct a self-directed job search. You are responsible to obtain a Co-op position and have it approved by your Consultant. You must successfully complete a fourteen-week, full-time, program-related work experience to acquire your first Co-op credit.

COOP2027 Business Human Resources Work Term 2 560.0 Hours

Building on previous Co-op experience, students will continue to gain valuable experience and develop knowledge and skills that are relevant to today's business world. You will gain experience with the Marketing profession through a variety of roles and responsibilities within the workplace. Upon completion of the Co-op work term students will be required to attend a debriefing session to review the requirements for completion of the Co-op work term.

COOP3000 Business Work Term 3 560.0 Hours

You are required to attend a scheduled debriefing session upon return from your second Co-op. If you are completing a two-year diploma, your Consultant will collect your final paperwork and help prepare you for graduate job search. If you are continuing in the three-year Administration program, your Consultant will review the requirements and processes for your final Co-op. Your second Co-op credit must be successfully completed prior to your third Co-op.

ECON1000 Microeconomics 42.0 Hours

This course provides an introduction to the principles and methods of economic analysis. The course examines how households and firms make economic decisions. It also analyzes the efficiency of scarce resource allocation under a range of market structures.

ECON2000 Macroeconomics 42.0 Hours

This course is designed to give students an understanding of how the overall economy operates and what economic indicators tell us about its health. The course explores government options for stabilizing the economy, and the impact of international trade. It is highly recommended that students take Microeconomics (ECO9102 or equivalent) prior to taking this course.

ECON3000 Economic Issues 42.0 Hours

As the economy becomes more complex, citizens and policy makers must be able to apply knowledge and skills to make intelligent decisions. This course extends the policy analysis framework developed in both Microeconomics and Macroeconomics to help students make sense of modern Canadian economic issues.

FNCE2000 Business Finance 42.0 Hours

This is an introductory course for the financial manager. It covers terms, techniques, policies, patterns, and problems relating to business finance.

HURM1000 Human Resources Management Foundations 42.0 Hours

This course provides an understanding of the modern Canadian human resources function. It covers the historical development of human resources management, the influence of government, staffing, employee relations, current trends and future issues. It provides a brief introduction to more specialized areas including compensation, training and development, employment law, industrial relations, occupational health and safety, and human resources planning.

HURM1001 Occupational Health and Safety 42.0 Hours

This course introduces the student to the study of workplace occupational health and safety. The student will learn safe work practices in offices, industry and construction as well as how to identify and prevent or correct problems associated with occupational safety and health in these locations as well as in the home. The course is designed to assist the student with the implementation of safe healthy practices at work and at home.

HURM1002 Labor Relations 42.0 Hours

This course provides an overview of the various methods and concepts, which make up and affect labor relations in Canada. Through actual case studies, collective bargaining simulations and by examining collective agreements, the student will gain an understanding of the collective bargaining process and the varying factors that affect employee-employer relations.

HURM1003 Labor Economics 42.0 Hours

This course provides a theoretical framework for understanding the workings of Canadian labor markets by applying the basic principles of labor economics. It covers the dimensions of labor supply and demand and their interaction in alternative market structures to explain levels of wages, employment and various employer/employee behaviors. Of particular interest are differences between union and non-union labor markets which are examined by illustrating the impact of union preferences, efficient contracts and bargaining theory.

HURM1004 Compensation 42.0 Hours

This course examines the full range of compensation topics with emphasis on how compensation systems will likely impact productivity, equity, and the firm's ability to recruit and keep highly skilled and motivated employees. Topics include: job description, analysis and evaluation systems; equity issues and requirements; design and use of wage and salary surveys; performance, merit and incentive pay systems; statutory and no- statutory employee benefit packages and systems; and administration of compensation systems.

HURM1005 Human Resource Planning 42.0 Hours

This course provides the learner with the theory and concepts of human resource planning including the elements of human resources requirements in the workplace. The course will deal with the impact of change, job analysis and the process of budgeting human and financial resources. Other topics covered are: forecasting models and methods, human resource information systems, program implementation and strategic planning for macro and micro development.

HURM1006 Training and Development 42.0 Hours

This course provides students with an overview of the role of Training and Development in Human Resource Management. The key elements covered include: needs analysis, program design, development, administration, delivery and program evaluation. Other topics include adult learning theory, transfer of training, career planning, counseling, training techniques, budgeting and trends in training.

HURM1007 Recruitment and Selection 42.0 Hours

In a highly competitive business world, an organization's staff can determine whether a company profits or perishes. This course presents recruitment and selection as an essential component in presents recruitment planning. The role of recruitment and selection is examined in relation to an organization's overall profitability or viability. Through a blend of theory and application, the course introduces students to a wide range of issues, principles, practices and trends in recruitment and selection.

HURM2000 Employment Law 42.0 Hours

This course covers the essentials of law governing employment. Topics of values include: the development of employment law through statutes, case law and administrative tribunals; the employment relationship; hiring and firing; wrongful dismissal and just cause; human rights and the Employment Standards Act.

HURM2002 Pensions and Benefits 42.0 Hours

This course will review various government and employer sponsored pension and benefit plans as well as current related public and legislative issues. Major areas for discussion include public and private health care plans, income replacement provisions, survivor benefits and pension arrangements. Techniques for benefit plan management will be discussed with respect to plan design, communication, costing and administration.

HURM2003 Human Resources Research and HRIS Applications 42.0 hours

This course introduces the student to the theory, concepts, and application of human resources management systems (HRMS). The student will develop an understanding of the role and importance of HRMS, and the ability to assess needs, plan, implement and maintain an HRMS. Additionally, the student will gain hands-on experience in the application of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet and Access database software to manage a variety of human resources research information.

HURM3000 Current Issues in Human Resources 42.0 hours

This course is designed to explore human resources issues and topics utilizing the knowledge and skill acquired throughout the program. Students will research current issues in the human resources profession and present their findings in the course. The topics integrate those specific areas of study previously addressed in individual courses. Students will recognize the value of continuous learning in the human resources profession and identify professional development opportunities in the future that will help them remain current with the changing nature of this dynamic field.

HURM3001 Performance Management 42.0 hours

This course examines the importance of an effective performance management system in helping organizations define and achieve short and long term goals. It explains and reinforces the concept that performance management is not a one-time supervisory event, but an ongoing process of planning, facilitating, assessing, and improving individual and organizational performance. In addition, the course emphasizes the importance of measuring the effectiveness of human resource activities that are designed to enhance individual and organizational performance.

HURM3002 Retirement Plans 42.0 Hours

This course will review various governments and employer sponsored retirement plans as well as current related public and legislative issues. Major areas for discussion include the role of employers and insurers in the provision of registered pension plans and other popular group retirement income arrangements including Group RRSP, DPSPs. Implications for retirement plan management will be discussed with respect to plan design, communication, costing and administration.

LAWS2000 Business Law 42.0 Hours

This course covers the legal framework within which business takes place. The student learns how to avoid legal problems, and how to deal with a lawyer. Major topics include: torts, contracts, Sale of Goods, consumer protection, employment law, copyright and patent law with an emphasis on how these affect computer software and hardware.

MATH1002 Mathematics of Finance 42.0 Hours

This introductory course is designed to develop a student's ability to perform basic mathematic operations and to apply mathematical techniques to a wide range of business problems. The mathematics of compound interest and annuities forms a major component of the course.

MGMT1000 Retail Management 42.0 Hours

This course will enable students to develop decision making skills related to retailing. Topics may include merchandise and expense planning, store layout, product line and resource determination, pricing, promotional strategies, customer service, financial planning and control.

MGMT2000 Production and Operations Management 42.0 Hours

This course introduces students to concepts underlying effective operation and control of manufacturing and service businesses. Approaches to production control, inventory policy, facilities planning, methods improvement and technological assessment are studied.

MGMT2001 Principles of Management 42.0 Hours

This course introduces the student to the four management functions: planning, organizing, leading and controlling. The course deals with changes in the business world which are having a direct effect upon a modern manager's job.

MGMT2002 Project Management 42.0 hours

This course introduces the fundamental principles necessary for successful management of projects. Project planning, management and control techniques will be discussed and the application of computers in project management will be studied.

MGMT3001 Managerial Decision Making 42.0 Hours

This course is designed as a business decision simulation and as such will provide a forum for the participant to experiment with, and test, ideas and theories acquired in other courses.

MKTG1000 Introduction to Marketing 42.0 Hours

This is an introductory course with its primary focus on marketing products and services to the ultimate consumer. Emphasis is placed on the basic marketing premise that customer needs must be satisfied in order to achieve company objectives. The student gains insight into the complex and interdependent variables involved in developing successful marketing strategies. The strategic marketing planning process is introduced, along with the specific concepts and principles involved in the four key components of the marketing plan - Product, Price, Distribution, and Promotion Strategies.

MKTG1003 Personal Selling 42.0 Hours

This course covers the basic concepts and practices of relationship selling. The focus is on a "how to" approach, which stresses learning by doing through examples, exercises and video taped role-playing of selling situations. The skills developed in this course are applicable in all aspects of life - course work, job search, career sales, and idea presentation.

PSYL1000 Managing Interpersonal Relations 42.0 Hours

This course introduces the students to the importance and relevance of understanding ongoing and changing interpersonal relationships and communications. The course explores concepts central to understanding interpersonal relationships and applies social science theory on both professional and personal levels. The central focus of this course is the individual. This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

REAS2002 Foundations in Business Research 42.0 Hours

Business research skills are integral to the business decision-making process in small, medium and large business enterprises. This course examines the business research skills required to efficiently and effectively locate and evaluate secondary information. Various databases are utilized to integrate research and decision-making skills, ensuring students have practical experience with the complete research process from identifying an information need to developing a research plan to effectively presenting the results to a business audience.

STAT2000 Statistics 1 42.0 Hours

This course is designed to develop students' skills in organizing and summarizing information. It also provides an introduction to the techniques of inferential statistics (that is, drawing conclusions about populations on the basis of sample data). Students are expected to have and further develop their skills with spreadsheet software.

STAT2001 Statistics 2 42.0 Hours

This course builds on the topics covered in Statistics 1, extending hypothesis testing and other inferential techniques to a range of new problems. Applications of statistical techniques to quality and productivity management are covered. Students gain further experience with the use of computer-based statistical analysis tools.