Business and Entrepreneurship

This course introduces financial accounting from the user's perspective, who makes decisions based on financial information. The course introduces the accounting framework, generally accepted accounting principles and financial statements. Accounting concepts, such as accounting for cash, accounts receivable, assets, liabilities, sales and inventories, are covered in how they are applied to decision-making. Decision analysis regarding corporate ownership and the application of financial ratios will also be studied.

Equivalents:

• ACCT 1010

Entrepreneurship offers insights and experience into the dynamic environment of entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. Working individually through guided content and discoveries, you will evaluate yourself and case studies to identify mindset and career opportunities. In teams, you will work through the development and presentation of an applied business plan to explore the many integrated facets of business in entrepreneurial ventures. Your research, self-discovery, application and collaboration skills will be developed and reinforced as you progress through entrepreneurship and innovation.

Pre-requisites:

• MKTG 205 or MKTG 260 or MKTG 265
• ACCT 210 or ACCT 215

Equivalents:

• ENTR 2350

Marketing Essentials is an introductory course that provides a solid foundation in marketing principles. Working individually and in teams, you will research and discover how marketing decisions are made and identify the components of sustainable marketing programs. Your research, content application and teamwork skills will be developed and reinforced as you progress through the course.

Equivalents:

• MKTG 1060

The Introduction to Business course will provide you with tools to understand multiple business functions, including management, human resources, marketing, supply chain, and personal finance. You will also explore the Canadian business and economic system and the importance of business ethics and social responsibility in an increasingly global environment. Working through a team project and business simulation, you will begin to develop a 21st-century skill set, including communication, critical thinking, collaboration and effective teamwork. By the end of this course, you will have the foundations for understanding business and business ownership.

Equivalents:

• MNGT 1200

This introductory course examines the multi-faceted role of managers and leaders within the organization. Issues such as planning and controls, managing the team and group dynamics, and creating and leading change will be examined within the organization's cultural context. Decision-making and communication skills from a management perspective will be developed in light of sustainability, ethical and diversity issues and a constantly changing competitive environment.

Equivalents:

• MNGT 1255

In this capstone course, students from different disciplines work collaboratively to apply classroom knowledge and diverse viewpoints to a challenge faced by a business or community organization. Combining their disciplinary perspectives for a broader context, students will investigate and analyze the problem before presenting a solution. By adding a service-learning component that strengthens community ties, the course allows teams to showcase applied learning and technical skills in a project that expands the individual student’s workplace insights while also forging business connections.

Pre-requisites:

One of the following:

• ACCT 215, ACCT 255, ACCT 315, ACCT 338, ACCT 395, BCMP 225, MNGT 200
• ACCT 215, COMM 300, HRMT 320, LDSH 360, MNGT 250, MNGT 255, MNGT 321
• COMN 220, MKTG 260, MKTG 265, MKTG 306, MKTG 366, MNGT 200, MNGT 321
• ACCT 215, ENTR 350, MKTG 260, MNGT 200, MNGT 255, BCMP 225 or MNGT 321 or MNGT 322, COMN 220 or COMM 300

Equivalents:

• MNGT 1255

This course will examine intercultural communication and its relationship to personal, organizational and societal identity and influence. The ability to communicate with people from diverse cultures will promote increased understanding of cultural differences, challenge perceptions and develop tolerance for differences. Developing intercultural communication skills will enable you to work successfully and collaboratively in a global marketplace.

Equivalents:

• COMM 3300

This course provides the foundational knowledge and skills to compose business documents and give engaging, formal presentations. You will learn to effectively communicate professionally and consider different aspects of spoken, written and nonverbal communication (e.g., channel, content, organization, style, tone, format and mechanics) to share clear and concise messages with your audience. You will be required to work in both individual and collaborative settings.

Equivalents:

• COMM 1030
• COMM 1070

The use of industry-standard software is essential to effectively manage the information technologies that are required in business and online environments today. In this course, you will demonstrate skills in managing and customizing the Windows environment and effectively using online resources to enhance business productivity. You will develop skills in creating professional documents, managing data using spreadsheets and using technology for effective presentations. Through hands-on applications, you will learn to use productivity tools and application software in various business situations and be able to select the right tool for the business need.

Equivalents:

• BCMP 1225

Project Management introduces you to the standards and best practices of the Project Management Institute. We will cover project management's technical and sociocultural components at an introductory level, including project definition, work breakdown structures, cost and scheduling techniques, and an introduction to earned value concepts. Other topics include stakeholder communications, risk management, project leadership and project closure.

Equivalents:

• MNGT 2321

Management Information Systems and their role in managing operations is the focus of this introductory systems course. You will learn systems theory, computer hardware and software, computer networks, file and database structures, computer security and internal control and the systems design and development process.

Pre-requisites:

• COMN 220
• MNGT 200

Equivalents:

• MNGT 2322

This is an introductory course that provides a solid foundation in financial principles. The goal of understanding personal financial planning is to achieve personal economic satisfaction. Topics include setting financial goals, budgeting, income taxes, insurance, investment products and retirement/estate planning.

Equivalents:

• BFIN 1255

This is an introductory business finance course emphasizing improving financial performance from a management perspective. You will study the various elements that impact financial planning, risk management and management decision-making. Topics include various business function perspectives, financial elements, including capital financing, debt vs. equity and working capital and leasing. An overall analysis of financial statements, corporate structure and capital budgeting are also included.

Pre-requisites:

• ACCT 210 or ACCT 215 or ACCT 330
• BMAT 205 or BMAT 230

Equivalents:

• BFIN 2301

Business Law outlines the Canadian legal system in a business environment and empowers students to apply it and make informed decisions concerning their legal affairs. Emphasis is placed on the construction of the judicial system, resolving disputes, tort law, contract law, business structures, and employment law. These legal principles are applied to personal and business scenarios. Upon completion, students will understand when to seek legal advice.

Equivalents:

• BLAW 2030

Business Mathematics introduces you to mathematical techniques for solving finance problems involving simple and compound interest, debt repayment, valuation of investments, simple and general annuities, amortization of debts, sinking funds and bond valuations.

Equivalents:

• BMAT 1040
• BMAT 205

Macroeconomics introduces you to the operation of the Canadian economy. You will apply economic principles to analyze a national economy. Topics include measuring and analyzing demand and supply, economic performance, unemployment and inflation and government fiscal, trade and monetary policies.

Equivalents:

• ECON 1110

Human Resource (HR) Management includes the foundational knowledge and skills required by HR Professionals and business managers. This course includes an overview of human resource management, human resource planning, employee compensation and benefits, recruitment, selection and training of employees, performance management, government regulation and health and safety in the workplace.

Equivalents:

• HRMT 2320

Business Leadership is a course that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and an inside look at current perspectives of leadership today. We all take on leadership roles in our lives. In business, success is often attributed to outstanding leadership. However, today in business this role has evolved as has the business environment. Teamwork is an essential component of an organization’s efficiency and effectiveness. Occasionally, you may be called upon to take on a leadership role for your workgroup, even without a title. Throughout this course, you will gain the knowledge and skills to help you fulfill your role as a leader through your understanding of personal and organizational leadership.

Pre-requisites:

• MGMT 254 or MNGT 250

Equivalents:

• LDSH 3050
• LDSH 405

Marketing Action will take the concepts learned in Marketing Essentials and build on them so students will have application experience in creating a new product. The areas of focus will be on value proposition and business models. This immersive class requires students to continue their team projects outside the classroom and present their findings to their instructors and industry professionals.

Pre-requisites:

• MKTG 260

Equivalents:

• MKTG 2336

This introductory course provides an overview of human behaviour in organizations at the individual, group and organizational levels and the effect of each on organizational effectiveness. Topics include individual differences, motivation, communication, teams, power and politics, conflict and negotiation, leadership, organizational culture and change management.

Equivalents:

• MNGT 2250

Supply chain management (SCM) is the movement of material and information through integrated processes in a supply chain to provide the highest degree of customer satisfaction at the lowest possible cost to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage. Elements of a supply chain include transportation and logistics, procurement and contract management, operations management, materials management and quality and safety. You will analyze different components of the integrated process, including location choice, distribution system design, selection of suppliers and distributors, contracting issues, partnership formation, inventory policies, production plans and electronic data interchange. You will be introduced to the planning and management of the production and distribution of goods and services. You will also develop the skills needed to support the integrated SCM process.

Equivalents:

• MNGT 2370
• SCMT 1255