Programs & Courses

Business Law
BLAW 3425 - International Law

Explores the law and practice surrounding the international trade in goods and technology transfer and looks at international organizations and agreements such as WTO, GATT and NAFTA. Students will develop real knowledge on how to do business in the modern international economy from a Canadian perspective. No Prerequisite. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 10-Jun 3012 Weeks$415.83CRN: 28616
Apr 10-Jun 30  NET
Note: Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Business Systems
BSYS 2051 - Business Information Systems 2 - Spreadsheets

Explore MS Office Excel 2010 concepts covered in introductory computer application courses then explores advanced Excel commands commonly used in business applications and problems. Topics include: What-if modeling; Built-in functions; Charting and transferring data to and across applications. Prerequisite: A basic working knowledge of MS Excel 2003 or 2007. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 11-Jun 2712 Weeks$529.41CRN: 57661
Apr 11Wed18:45-21:45BBY SE6 107
Apr 18-Jun 27Wed18:45-21:45BBY SE12 325
Instructor: Eddy Bosman
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 16-Jul 0812 Weeks$529.41CRN: 58573
Apr 16-Jul 08  NET
Note: The course is paced with weekly assignment deadlines and scheduled dates for the midterm and final exams. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions are recommended to derive full benefit from the course." Students are expected to be familiar with business math concepts as covered in OPMT 1110 Business Mathematics, or an equivalent course. Students must submit email address when registering.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 08-Jul 2412 Weeks$529.41CRN: 60435
May 08-May 18Tue13:30-16:20BBY SE12 318
May 21-Jul 24Tue13:30-16:20BBY SE6 104
Instructor: Benjamin Whitney
Note: Please be advised that this section will be taught along with the international students enrolled in the Business Management Studies (BMS) program. If this section is full there are reserved seats available. Please call Ron Kessler by e-mail at Ron_Kessler@bcit.ca
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Jun 18-Jun 292 Weeks$529.41CRN: 57988
Jun 18-Jun 29Mon/Wed/Fri08:30-16:00BBY SE12 325
Instructor: Benjamin Whitney
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Jul 03-Aug 096 Weeks$529.41CRN: 59674
Jul 03-Aug 09Tue/Thu18:30-21:30BBY SE6 105
Instructor: Benjamin Whitney
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Aug 13-Aug 175 Days$529.41CRN: 58265
Aug 13-Aug 17Mon-Fri08:30-16:30BBY SE6 107
Instructor: Ronald McMillan
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Aug 13-Aug 175 Days$529.41CRN: 59673
Aug 13-Aug 17Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri09:00-16:00BBY SE6 104
Aug 13-Aug 17Mon-Fri09:00-16:00BBY SE12 325
Instructor: Eddy Bosman
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Business Administration
BUSA 1305 - Supervisory Skills

Designed for new supervisors or those seeking a higher level of leadership responsibility. The purpose of this course is provide students the opportunity to gain a level of self-understanding of the field that will assist them in correctly identifying their own strengths and areas for improvement with respect to leadership, team, conflict-management and communication skills. Study will include the performance side of supervision as the areas of performance appraisal, training and development and motivation are explored. Through the use of interactive cases and structured experiences, students will increase their self-confidence and leadership abilities and establish a foundation for further training in supervision and management. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 10-Jun 3012 Weeks$415.83CRN: 29788
Apr 10-Jun 30  NET
Instructor: Leila Rahemtulla
Note: Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Jun 11-Jun 155 Days$415.83CRN: 57593
Jun 11-Jun 15Mon-Fri09:00-17:00DTC 860
Instructor: Jessbir Ram
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Jul 09-Jul 135 Days$415.83CRN: 26366
Jul 09-Jul 13Mon-Fri09:00-17:00DTC 860
Instructor: Jessbir Ram
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BUSA 2005 - Principles of Management

Presents both traditional and contemporary perspectives of modern management examining management and management roles in teams, projects, departments and the organization as a whole. Strategic planning, operational planning, leading, organizing and controlling for performance will be addressed. Through actual business scenarios, cases and exercises, participants gain experience in decision-making and applying theory to real world organizations. (4 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 10-Jul 0713 Weeks$520.89CRN: 26294
Apr 10-Jul 07  NET
Instructor: Cheryl Bell-Gadsby
Note: Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Apr 11-Jul 0413 Weeks$520.89CRN: 23448
Apr 11-Jul 04Wed17:30-21:00DTC 830
Instructor: Colin Brown
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 12-Jul 0513 Weeks$520.89CRN: 23449
Apr 12-Jul 05Thu18:30-22:00BBY SW1 2009
Instructor: Anthony Dunn
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 14-May 267 Weeks$520.89CRN: 23451
Apr 14Sat09:00-17:00BBY SE6 206
Apr 21-May 26Sat09:00-17:00BBY SE6 205
Instructor: Svitlana Kominko
Note: Due the intensive nature of this course it is recommended that students have completed at least English 12 or COMM 1103 to be successful.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 08-Aug 1415 Weeks$511.01CRN: 56995
May 08-Aug 14Tue13:30-16:20BBY NE1 407
Instructor: Glenn Graham
Note: This course will be taught along with internatinal students enrolled in the BMS program The course may be modified from other sections of PTS to meet their needs. Contact Ron Kessler at 604-451-6782 or email Ron_Kessler@bcit.ca if you have any questions.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 15-Aug 1113 Weeks$520.89CRN: 54918
May 15-Aug 11  NET
Instructor: Dena Jantzen
Note: Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Communication
COMM 2203 - Business and Technical Reports

This course teaches the business writing skills needed to produce effective business and technical reports: inspection, trip, incident, and progress reports, proposals, feasibility studies, formal reports, oral reports, summaries and graphics. COMM 2202 (or COMM 2002) plus COMM 2203 (or COMM 2003) are equivalent to most full-time diploma level 2 COMM courses at BCIT. Prerequisite: Students must have one of the following: 1) a final grade of 70% or better in COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 or COMM 1120; or 2) a score of 70 or better in COMM 0015; or 3) a BCIT full-time diploma program level 1 or level 2 COMM course credit with a grade of 70% or better; or 4) an OFFICIAL transfer credit granted for BCIT level 1 or level 2 COMM course with a grade of 70% or better. For more information about how to apply for transfer credits, visit http://www.bcit.ca/admission/transfer/. If you have BCIT full-time diploma program COMM course credit, email cecomm@bcit.ca to apply for approval to register. IMPORTANT NOTE: If your final grade is less than 70% in level 1 COMM, please register in COMM 2003. COMM 2003 (equivalent to COMM 2203), with an additional half hour per week, offers a slower pace and more English language review. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


May 04-Jul 2012 Weeks$406.00CRN: 25496
May 04-Jul 20  NET
Instructor: Izabela Lazar
Note: Departmental Approval Needed - Approval can be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement. A prerequisite is a requirement that must be met BEFORE a course can be taken. Refer to the course description for more details. Due to limited enrolment, early registration is recommended. Late registration will not be accepted. *IMPORTANT NOTE: This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day. However, you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates, and write the final exam on the specified date and time. *FINAL EXAM: If you live within the Greater Vancouver Regional District (within 100 km from BCIT ), YOU MUST WRITE THE FINAL EXAM AT BCIT BURNABY CAMPUS ON FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2012 FROM 1830 TO 2130 (NO EXCEPTIONS). If you live outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District (outside 100km from BCIT), you will write the final exam at one of BCIT's network of approved Test Centres. Please click on the URL link for important course information: http://www.bcit.ca/files/distance/pdf/comm2203_online_201220.pdf .
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Jul 03-Aug 096 Weeks$406.00CRN: 28055
Jul 03-Aug 09Tue/Thu18:30-21:30BBY SW1 2024
Note: Departmental Approval Needed - Approval can be granted only if you have met the prerequisite requirement. A prerequisite is a requirement that must be met BEFORE a course can be taken. Refer to the course description for more details. No class on Monday, August 6, 2012 (Stat Holiday). LATE REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Economics
ECON 1150 - Economic Issues

Presents the influential concepts of both micro and macroeconomics and, in a student-based learning environment, assists you in applying these notions to your career. A professional economist will work with you in discovering the laws of supply and demand, consumer decision-making, producer profit maximization, competition and monopoly regulation in microeconomics. Use of fiscal, monetary and exchange rate policy to influence unemployment, inflation and economic growth is also covered. Familiarization with spreadsheets is strongly recommended for those intending to register in the Internet delivery section. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 10-Jun 3012 Weeks$415.83CRN: 25985
Apr 10-Jun 30  NET
Note: Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Apr 10-Jun 3012 Weeks$415.83CRN: 60672
Apr 10-Jun 30  NET
Instructor: Gary Fowlie
Note: Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates. <!--CSRs: Late registration allowed up to 5 days from the start date, no SWAAPPR approval needed
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Apr 17-Jul 0312 Weeks$415.83CRN: 21199
Apr 17-Jul 03Tue17:30-20:30DTC 462
Instructor: Sergey Tarasenko
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Financial Management
FMGT 1152 - Accounting for the Manager

Covers the accounting function and the services it provides to the manager. Topics include how to interpret statements, reports, budgets, etc., in managerial decision-making. The Associate Certificate in Financial Planning is a Financial Planning Standards Council (FPSC®) pre-approved Core Curriculum program and meets Certified Financial Planner® (CFP) program academic requirements. For further information about earning the CFP designation, please visit https://www.fpsc.ca/earn-certification.

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 09-Jul 0213 Weeks$509.67CRN: 57504
Apr 09-Jul 02  NET
Instructor: Richard McCallum
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 10-Jul 0313 Weeks$509.67CRN: 27512
Apr 10-Jul 03Tue18:30-21:30BBY SW1 2020
Instructor: Rick Williamson
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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 30 Weeks$509.67CRN: 55137
   DIS
Start any time this Spring/Summer. You have 30 weeks from the date you register to complete this course.
Note: Students may register at any time through the year and have 30 weeks in which to complete the course. A textbook AND an assignment package must be purchased from the BCIT Burnaby bookstore or online at http://www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance/
Note: Correspondence format.
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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 24 Weeks$85.00CRN: 55248
   DIS
Instructor: Rick Williamson
Start any time this Spring/Summer. You have 24 weeks from the date you register to complete this course.
Note: Departmental Approval Needed - This section is for current FMGT 1152 correspondene students who require additional time in which to complete the course. This is a one time option only. Please contact the department for approval. Call Ruth MacKay at 604-412-7417 or e-mail ruth_mackay@bcit.ca
Note: Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Apr 12-Jul 0513 Weeks$509.67CRN: 20428
Apr 12-Jul 05Thu17:30-20:30DTC 
Note: Due to high volume at the downtown campus at term start, students are encouraged to purchase textbooks prior to the start of class at either the Burnaby or downtown campus bookstores.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 21-May 266 Weeks$509.67CRN: 20425
Apr 21-May 26Sat09:00-17:00BBY SE6 109
Instructor: Bernadette Edwards
Note: Text: "Accounting Principles" by Weygandt Preread chapters 1 and 2 prior to first class. Class may be held on May 19th - Victoria Day weekend.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Marketing Management
MKTG 1102 - Essentials of Marketing

Designed to provide the student with an overview of the marketing concept and how it can be applied to any type of organization or service. Includes the controllable and uncontrollable elements of marketing, strategic planning, market characteristics, marketing research techniques, market segmentation, and target market selection. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 10-Jul 0313 Weeks$458.97CRN: 20345
Apr 10-Jul 03Tue18:30-21:30BBY NE1 401
Instructor: Margaret Vicic
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 10-Jul 0313 Weeks$458.97CRN: 20358
Apr 10-Jul 03Tue17:30-20:30DTC 381
Instructor: Erica Halvorsen
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 11-Jul 0413 Weeks$458.97CRN: 50942
Apr 11-Jul 04Wed17:30-20:30DTC 850
Instructor: Joseph Cuzzetto
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 14-May 266 Weeks$458.97CRN: 20362
Apr 14Sat08:30-16:00BBY SE6 112
Apr 21-May 26Sat08:30-16:00BBY SE6 203
Instructor: Barbara Smith
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 14-May 266 Weeks$458.97CRN: 61258
Apr 14-May 26Sat09:00-16:00DTC 272
Instructor: Kenneth Wong
Note: No class on May 19.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 16-Jul 0813 Weeks$458.97CRN: 50107
Apr 16-Jul 08  NET
Instructor: David Chapin
Note: Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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May 08-Aug 1615 Weeks$458.97CRN: 59828
May 08-Jun 12Tue08:30-11:20BBY SW3 3615
Jun 19-Aug 16Tue08:30-11:20BBY SE6 208
Instructor: Donna Serviss
Note: Students should be aware that this section will be taught along with international students in the IBMS program, and the course may be modified from other sections of PTS study to meet their needs (such as having a longer format and language issues may occur).
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 28-Jun 015 Days$458.97CRN: 61297
May 28-Jun 01Mon-Fri08:30-17:00DTC 
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Jun 18-Jun 225 Days$458.97CRN: 60484
Jun 18-Jun 22Mon-Fri08:45-16:45BBY SE6 112
Instructor: Michael Coates
Note: NOTE: Weeklong courses are intensive due to the reduced time for independent study between classes. Students are to plan for several hours of study after class on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday during the course.
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Jul 10-Aug 166 Weeks$458.97CRN: 60535
Jul 10-Aug 16Tue/Thu17:30-20:45DTC 370
Instructor: David Wan
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Aug 13-Aug 175 Days$458.97CRN: 61255
Aug 13-Aug 17Mon-Fri09:00-17:30BBY SE6 202
Instructor: Barbara Smith
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MKTG 1112 - Customer Relations

Covers the importance of customer service. In today's service-oriented economy, excellent service is more than a competitive edge, it is a survival skill. Customer relations is designed to have a broad application for people at all levels in business and industry who will deal directly with customers, both internal and external. Students will benefit from the strategies and practical hands-on approach of this course. Covers defining quality service; developing excellent customer relations skills; effective communication techniques; problem-solving; listening/questioning skills; developing excellent people skills.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


MKTG 2325 - Marketing Globally

Importing and exporting. Designed to equip business people and the individual with the right skills to successfully participate in this highly lucrative business. The student will be presented with the complexities, advantages, and disadvantages of international trade. Practical strategies are very prominent in this course.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


Operations Management
OPMT 1110 - Business Mathematics

Reviews basic mathematics applicable to business and industry. Topics include consumer and commercial credit, simple and compound interest, financial instruments and discounting, annuities, mortgages, loans, sinking funds, leases, depreciation methods, capitalized costs, cash flow analysis, NPV and IRR. Emphasis is on maximum use of pre-programmed calculator and practical applications from the field of Financial Management. As of September 2007, this course replaces OPMT 1102 for Part-Time Studies Certificates. (4 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


 30 Weeks$519.32CRN: 60671
   NET
Start any time this Spring/Summer. You have 30 weeks from the date you register to complete this course.
Note: A textbook and a course manual must be purchased at: BCIT Bookstore or online at: http://www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance/ Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1
Note: Internet delivery format.
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Apr 16-Jun 067 Weeks$520.01CRN: 56011
Apr 16-Jun 06Mon/Wed18:15-21:45BBY NE1 412
Instructor: Trevor Jones
Note: This course is very intense. It is designed primarily for students who have taken a similar course and want to improve their grade. No class on Stat Holidays.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 07-Jul 3015 Weeks$520.01CRN: 58983
May 07-Jul 30Mon13:30-17:20BBY SW1 2020
Instructor: Erik Korolenko
Note: Students should be aware that this section will be taught along with international students in the IBMS program, and the course may be modified from other sections of PTS study to meet their needs (such as having a longer format and language issues may occur).
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 11-Aug 1715 Weeks$520.01CRN: 59826
May 11-Aug 17Fri09:30-12:20BBY   
Note: There will no class on July 1st due to the stat holiday Students should be aware that this section will be taught along with international students in the IBMS program, and the course may be modified from other sections of PTS study to meet their needs (such as having a longer format and language issues may occur).
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 11-Aug 1715 Weeks$520.01CRN: 59831
May 11-Aug 17Fri13:30-16:20BBY SE6 108
Instructor: Amy Goldlist
Note: Students should be aware that this section will be taught along with international students in the IBMS program, and the course may be modified from other sections of PTS study to meet their needs (such as having a longer format and language issues may occur).
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 29-Jul 127 Weeks$520.01CRN: 21421
May 29-Jul 12Tue/Thu09:00-12:30BBY SE6 204
Instructor: Myra Andrews
Note: This course is very intense. It is designed primarily for students who have taken a similar course and want to improve their grade.
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May 29-Jul 127 Weeks$520.01CRN: 50482
May 29-Jul 12Tue/Thu18:00-21:30BBY SE6 204
Instructor: Myra Andrews
Note: This course is very intense. It is designed primarily for students who have taken a similar course and want to improve their grade.
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OPMT 1175 - Warehouse Management 1

Provides a basic understanding of the major factors in managing a warehouse. The key subjects are: receiving, stock location planning, order picking, shipping, time/space management, data processing and loss control. The course also introduces specific procedures such as inventory accuracy, cycle counts, inventory adjustments and inventory turnover.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


OPMT 1191 - Purchasing

This course is the key to Supply Chain Management. It covers purchasing functions, objectives, relationships, organization, policies, procurement procedures, inventory control, sourcing, supplier evaluation, price, negotiation, make or buy and ethics. (3 credits) (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Jun 11-Jun 155 Days$441.70CRN: 20476
Jun 11-Jun 15Mon-Fri08:30-16:30BBY NE1 404
Instructor: John Paul Manianis
Note: TEXT: "Purchasing and Supply Chain Management" by Lysons. Please preread chapters 1-4
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OPMT 1197 - Statistics for Business and Industry

Presents a comprehensive study of elementary statistical methods as applied to objective decision-making in business and industry. You will be required to purchase a textbook and a pre-programmed statistical calculator. (Do not buy calculator until first class meeting). Prerequisite: Basic algebraic skills to at least the Grade 11 level. Students who do not have these skills should consider taking OPMT 0199. This course is deemed equivalent to OPMT 1130, OPMT 1121 and OPMT 1208. (4.5 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 16-Jun 189 Weeks$635.49CRN: 20481
Apr 16-Jun 18Mon/Wed18:45-21:45BBY SE6 205
Instructor: Myra Andrews
Note: No class on Stat Holidays.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 10-Aug 1615 Weeks$635.49CRN: 60448
May 10-Aug 16Thu13:30-17:20BBY NE1 412
Instructor: Erik Korolenko
Note: Please be advised that this section will be taught along with the international students enrolled in the Business Management Studies (BMS) program. If this section is full there are reserved seats available. Please call Ron Kessler by e-mail at Ron_Kessler@bcit.ca
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Jun 04-Jul 065 Weeks$635.49CRN: 20479
Jun 04-Jul 06Mon/Wed/Fri08:30-12:30BBY SE6 204
Instructor: Peter Campin
Note: Please be advised the course is VERY intense. It is designed for 1st year students attempting to upgrade his/her mark. Students who have not previously taken a statistics course should discuss with Leslie Fairbairn email: Leslie_Fairbairn@bcit.ca or Mike Hodges (604 451 6779). Students are NOT allowed to register after that date without permission from Leslie Fairbairn. Students who miss the first 2 sessions will NOT be refunded or permitted to register for the class. There is no class on stat holiday
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Jun 04-Jul 075 Weeks$634.01CRN: 20480
Jun 04-Jul 07Sat08:30-12:30BBY SW1 1021
Jun 04-Jul 07Mon/Wed18:00-22:00BBY SW1 1021
Instructor: Peter Campin
Note: Please be advised the course is VERY intense. It is designed for 1st year students attempting to upgrade his/her mark. Students who have not previously taken a statistics course should discuss with Leslie Fairbairn email: Leslie_Fairbairn@bcit.ca. Students are NOT allowed to register after that date without permission from Leslie Fairbairn. Students who miss the first 2 sessions will NOT be refunded or permitted to register for the class. There is no class on Stat holiday
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OPMT 1198 - Operations Management Fundamentals

Educates the student on the importance of managing operations across all industries by presenting the fundamentals in productivity improvement based on a systematic, scientific problem solving methods. Includes economic feasibility, recording techniques, assembly and analysis of data, critical examination, the development and selection of alternative solutions. Case materials explore applications to manufacturing, warehouse, office, materials management and general management. Students uncomfortable with basic algebra applications are encouraged to take OPMT 0199 prior to the course. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 12-Jun 2812 Weeks$441.70CRN: 20482
Apr 12-Jun 28Thu18:45-21:45BBY NE1 412
Instructor: Michael Lachocki
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Organizational Behaviour
ORGB 1105 - Organizational Behaviour

This course presents the study of factors that either influence or are influenced by people at work. Focuses on macro factors such as organizational structure, technology and environment; group factors such as group dynamics, leadership, conflict, change and decision-making; and individual factors such as personality, attitudes, perception and motivation. (4 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 10-Jul 0713 Weeks$520.89CRN: 50820
Apr 10-Jul 07  NET
Instructor: Leila Rahemtulla
Note: Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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Apr 10-Jul 0313 Weeks$520.89CRN: 50957
Apr 10-Jul 03Tue17:30-21:00DTC 481
Instructor: Teresa Comey
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 12-Jul 0513 Weeks$520.89CRN: 50959
Apr 12Thu18:30-22:00BBY SE6 109
Apr 19-Jul 05Thu18:30-22:00BBY SE6 208
Instructor: Kishore Anand
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 14-May 267 Weeks$520.89CRN: 50960
Apr 14Sat09:00-16:00BBY   
Apr 21-May 26Sat09:00-16:00BBY   
Note: Due the intensive nature of this course it is recommended that students have completed at least English 12 or COMM 1103 to be successful. Due to the intense nature of this course all students are required to obtain the course textbook (www.bcit.ca/bookstore) prior to the first class. Students must read Chapters 1, 2 and 3 prior to the first class.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Apr 30-Jun 187 Weeks$520.89CRN: 59039
Apr 30-Jun 18Mon/Wed18:00-21:30DTC 362
Instructor: Michael Atkinson
Note: Due the intensive nature of this course it is recommended that students have completed at least English 12 or COMM 1103 to be successful. No classes on Monday May 21.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 08-Aug 0413 Weeks$520.89CRN: 54922
May 08-Aug 04  NET
Instructor: Pierre Matthee
Note: Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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May 10-Aug 1715 Weeks$511.01CRN: 60582
May 10-Aug 17Thu08:30-11:20BBY   
Note: This course will be taught along with International students enrolled in the BMS program. The course may be modified from other sections of PTS to meet their needs.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 10-Aug 1715 Weeks$511.01CRN: 60583
May 10-Aug 17Thu13:30-16:20BBY SE12 307
Instructor: Kishore Anand
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 11-Aug 1715 Weeks$511.01CRN: 56993
May 11-May 25Fri08:30-11:20BBY   
Jun 01-Aug 17Fri08:30-11:20BBY   
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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May 11-Aug 1715 Weeks$511.01CRN: 59929
May 11-Aug 17Fri12:30-15:20BBY   
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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Jun 04-Jun 096 Days$520.89CRN: 60645
Jun 04-Jun 08Mon-Fri08:00-16:00DTC 830
Jun 09Sat08:00-16:00DTC 840
Instructor: John Foster
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Transportation and Distribution
TDMT 1104 - International Trade 1

Examines how the operating environment affects trade and trading relationships. The course of studies covers topics related to the location of markets, the infrastructure necessary for a successful market, current trade patterns and future trends in trading. Emphasis will be placed on explanations of how the operating environments affect production, transportation and marketing. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 10-Jun 2612 Weeks$441.70CRN: 59770
Apr 10-Jun 26Tue18:45-21:45BBY SE6 203
Instructor: Katja Pecarevic
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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TDMT 1150 - Transportation Systems (CITT)

Formerly Distribution 1. This course provides an overview of Canadian transportation modes (water, rail, road, air and pipelines), intermediate transportation agencies (including small transport and transportation brokering), domestic and international intermodal movements and warehousing and materials handling (including the use of unitization devices). Course fee includes the CITT exam. (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 10-Jun 2612 Weeks$601.01CRN: 59872
Apr 10-Jun 26Tue18:45-21:45BBY SW3 2745
Instructor: Scott Bennie
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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TDMT 1204 - Freight Forwarding 1

Introduces students to the fundamentals of international freight forwarding. Topics include: understanding exporting and importing, transport geography, terms of trade, land transportation, air freight and ocean freight.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


TDMT 1205 - Freight Forwarding 2

Covers the topics; commercial documentation, transport insurance, international payments, export packaging and warehousing, land transportation - trans-border issues, costing and quoting, alternative methods, transportation law and legal liability. Prerequisite: TDMT 1204

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


TDMT 1409 - Canada Customs and NAFTA

Introduces students to the harmonized system of exporting and importing and details many of the commonly encountered situations at Canada Customs. The USA, EEC and most OECD countries use the same documentation and valuation system for customs purposes. This course also familiarizes the students with basic NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) details.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


TDMT 2203 - Transportation Economics

This course provides an understanding of the major economic issues involved in the provision of transportation services. The course will analyse the factors which determine the supply and demand for these services. Both practical and theoretical aspects of transportation economics, including both the domestic and international scenes, will be undertaken. Emphasis will be placed on applying these economic concepts to transportation problems.

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


TDMT 2204 - International Trade 2

Focuses on the importance of the customer. As a continuation of International Trade 1 (TDMT 1104), the student will be exposed to the comprehensive planning necessary for international markets. Topics include ownership, marketing, transportation, technology transfer and intercompany linkage strategies. Prerequisites: TDMT 1104 (3 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 16-Jul 1612 Weeks$475.01CRN: 57663
Apr 16-Jul 16Mon18:45-21:45BBY SE6 114
Instructor: Katja Pecarevic
Note: No class on statutory holidays
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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TDMT 2251 - Logistics Processes (CITT)

Formerly Distribution 2. Provides an overview of physical distribution, contracts and bills of lading, damage prevention and claims, dangerous goods transporation, marine cargo insurance, Canadian Customs, INCOTERMS and the North American Free Trade Agreement, (NAFTA), transportation computer applications, Canadian transportation regulations and an introduction to the field of logistics. Course fee includes the CITT exam fee. (Textbook not included)

This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.


TDMT 4410 - Logistics Management

An overview of the total distribution concept. The course examines distribution facility location analysis, information systems, control systems and distribution economics and profitability. With heavy emphasis on customer services and profitability, the course prepares the student to conduct transportation, customer service and complete distribution audits. (4.5 Credits)

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 17-Jun 219 Weeks$624.01CRN: 23773
Apr 17-Jun 21Tue/Thu18:45-21:45BBY SW1 3150
Instructor: James Cook
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
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As BCIT strives to keep our programs current, programs and courses are subject to change without notice.

Note: Classroom locations are subject to last minute changes. Please check the Part-time Studies Classroom Locations listing at www.bcit.ca/rooms on the first day of any course you are registered for.

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Course manuals, materials and textbooks are not included in tuition fees. Part-time students should visit the BCIT Bookstore for all books and supplies. Distance and Online Learning students can order course materials online.

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