Computers and information technology are the foundation of business today. This course provides an understanding of computer terminology, operating systems, and the most popular office software used in business. Students learn to use spreadsheets (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Google Spreadsheets), word processing applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Google Documents), and presentation and graphics programs (e.g. Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Presentations, Keynote). Students also get an introduction to cloud computing and enterprise collaboration tools. The course also provides an overview of social media, Web-based collaboration, and publishing and productivity tools (e.g. WordPress, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube).

COMM 1100 is designed to give students basic listening, writing and speaking skills that will allow them to prepare written and oral reports for BCIT courses and to proceed to more advanced communication courses.

This course investigates economic analysis, focusing on fundamentals of markets, supply and demand, consumer and producer behaviour, and monopoly and competition. Optional areas of business application may explore labour markets, government intervention and environmental regulation. Prepares students to identify and evaluate the economic considerations they will undoubtedly encounter in business.

This course covers the full accounting cycle for individuals with little or no accounting background. Topics include accounting as an information system; introduction to accounting theory; income measure; traditional record keeping; the accounting cycle; special journals; cash and financial statements.

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.

Operations management may be defined as the design, operation and improvement of the systems that create the firm's products or services. Demand for quality, time-based competition and international production has demonstrated the importance of operations management to the survival of the firm. This course will develop an appreciation for the nature and role of operations in a firm, and the strategic importance of operations to provide a competitive advantage in the marketplace. More specifically, the course will examine operations strategy; quality management; product and service design; process and facilities planning, analysis and reengineering; human resources in operations management; materials management, lean and Theory of Constraints strategies, and supply chain management.

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.

Every enterprise requires business analytics and decision support systems (DSS) in order to develop a competitive advantage. This course uses MS Excel, the foundational data analysis tool, to build on the skills and concepts covered in introductory computer application courses. This course covers advanced Excel formulae, concepts, and applications using larger and more professional worksheets and focusses on the data modeling approach using Excel vs. the calculator approach. Topics include if-then modeling, built-in functions, charting, transferring data across applications, and using the built-in tools such as PivotTables, Sparklines, Slicers, PowerPivots, and macros. Prerequisites: BSYS 1000 or BSYS 1005

In an information-based society, understanding data management is vital. The backbone of the Internet, Cloud Computing, and Business Intelligence, relational database management systems provide the key to utilizing business information to create a competitive advantage. This course provides an introduction to relational database management systems, data modeling, and the use of computer software to meet reporting and decision support needs within an organization. The student will use a relational database management system to create data tables, build table relationships, develop and modify custom forms, generate reports, and perform queries, while taking measures to ensure data validity, efficiency, and integrity. Subject to time available, additional topics will be included. Prerequisites: BSYS 1000 or BSYS 1005

An understanding of programming is essential for an Information Technology Business Solution Designer. In this course, Visual Basic ASP.NET will be used to introduce students to the concepts of computer programming in order to create a Web-enabled database system. Prerequisites: BSYS 1000 or BSYS 1005

A study of the basic concepts of the management process: planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling. Integrated with the concurrent first-term courses and using the case-study method, it creates opportunities for the students to develop analytical, problem-solving, teamwork and communications skills, by analysing and presenting solutions to typical business problems. Topics covered include: structuring organizations, decision making and an introduction to production, human resources, controlling and strategic and tactical planning. Prerequisites: ORGB 1100

This course provides further instruction and practice in the principles taught in COMM 1100. It concentrates on more sophisticated forms of written communication: the job application package, indirect correspondence, and reports. The course might also include modules on graphics, questionnaires, telephone techniques, and organizing and running meetings. Prerequisites: COMM 1100

Presents a challenging overview of the workings of an economy. Stresses measurement and determination of national economic activity, the role of monetary and fiscal policy, and the understanding of inflation, unemployment and growth in an international environment. Prepares students to weigh political and economic issues as they relate to their business ventures.

This course is the second of two designed to provide first year students with a general understanding of the nature, purpose and general procedures of accounting. The course examines notes and accounts receivables; capital assets; liabilities; partnerships; corporations and consolidations; international transactions; financial statement analysis; cash flow statements; and a review of the budget process. Prerequisites: FMGT 1100 or FMGT 1105

Includes descriptive statistics, including numerical and graphical presentation of data, measures of central tendency and dispersion, elementary probability, index numbers and time series. Introduction to inferential statistics through selected topics such as sampling, confidence limits of the mean, hypotheses testing and simple linear regression. Spreadsheets are used for calculations.

Introduces the fundamentals of project management. Includes the unique characteristics of projects and fundamentals of project planning using techniques such as WBS, Gantt charts, CPM, dealing with people and team issues, maintenance and control of projects using check points and milestones, communication, and common sources of difficulty in project management. Use of MS Project.

Presents the study of factors that either influence or are influenced by people at work. The course will focus on macro factors such as organizational structure, technology and environment; group factors such as group dynamics, leadership, conflict, change and decision making; and micro or individual factors such as personality, attitudes, perception and motivation.

In this course, students will engage in an Integrated Entrepreneurial Project (IEP) which will be continued in BSYS 4000 Internet Business Development 2. From the creation of a digital product to the construction of an e-commerce-enabled website, students will create an Internet presence which will culminate in a viable e-commerce business. Students will develop a business plan, a business requirements document as well as a technical design document. In addition, students will research and manage business and regulatory requirements. Web design and development skills such as markup languages (HTML), dynamic Web application frameworks, and scripting languages will be used to build an online storefront for students’ digital products. Prerequisites: BSYS 2065

This is an introductory course on the development and management of database applications. This course covers all of the phases of the database development life cycle, and builds a hands-on system development using SQL and Microsoft ACCESS/ SQL server Database Management System. Microsoft ASP.NET is used to build user interfaces for the database applications. Also Mobile Applications are introduced and students will create mobile apps to connect to business applications to display or edit data. Prerequisites: BSYS 2065

Electronic Commerce continues to have a significant impact on business. This course serves as an introduction to the key aspects of how Enterprise Systems are used in current business practices. Students will build Business Intelligence knowledge through the practical hands-on development of ERP software and other applications and apply this knowledge by analyzing information to make business decisions. Prerequisites: BSYS 2065

This course provides an understanding of the relationships between information technology, information systems, business strategy, and organizational improvement. It will examine information technology as an enabler and facilitator of business strategy and as a control tool to track performance and improve managerial decision-making. Prerequisites: BSYS 2065

Introduces quantitative methods. Students will be introduced to some of the more common techniques in the Management Science field and will use microcomputer software to solve problems. Emphasis is placed on the formulation of problems and the interpretation of calculated results. Prerequisites: OPMT 1110 and OPMT 1130

This is an introductory course in the theory and application of consulting skills and problem solving. The intent of the course is to provide students with a set of tools that will help them solve unstructured business problems. While the course is not specific to the Information Technology industry, the methodologies taught are widely practiced by IT and Management Consultants

This course provides an introduction for managers to management accounting's role in planning, directing, and controlling operations in manufacturing and service organizations. The emphasis of the topic coverage is on methods for budgeting, product costing, and performance measurement, as well as on analytical techniques that can be applied to financial and operating data to support management decisions. Prerequisites: FMGT 2100

Introduces additional industrial engineering techniques used to analyse and improve workplace processes. The course focuses on application of the techniques to realistic case materials. Tools include activity sampling, critical examination, process charting, cause and effect diagrams, systematic layout planning, work measurement, ergonomics and performance measurements. The course reinforces the systematic problem solving approach and teamwork skills introduced in first year core courses. Prerequisites: OPMT 1100 or OPMT 1103

The course offers basic knowledge of Canadian law with emphasis on how the law affects those in the computer industry. The course includes the law of tort, contracts, sale of goods, secured transactions, employment, intellectual property, partnerships and companies.

In this course, students will continue to work on the Integrated Entrepreneurial Project (IEP) started in BSYS 3000 Internet Business Development 1. Students will take the digital product website developed in BSYS 3000 and build advanced functionality using existing e-commerce solution providers. The fully functional website will be tested and implemented in a live server environment. After implementation and testing, students will develop and apply a web marketing plan. Online advertising and analytics, social media, affiliate programs, and planning for mobile applications and devices will also be covered. Upon completion of the course the student will have a viable e-commerce business. Prerequisites: BSYS 3000

This course covers the key business processes in high-end ERP systems such as SAP. The content of this course is designed to be used as a conceptual reference to various ERP environments as well as provide hands-on practice using the SAP platform. The focus is to explain key concepts in business processes such as sales, procurement, and production and how they apply to ERP systems. The Integration between business processes including accounting, inventory management, and material planning is also discussed to illustrate multiple functional perspectives of ERP systems. This course is an excellent resource for SAP certification exams. Prerequisites: BSYS 3355

This course is an introduction to business process modeling/simulation and analytics. Students are introduced to UML (Uniform Modeling Language) and then high end simulation software is used to mimic the real world business cases. Simulation statistical reports are used to study and reengineer systems. Business Analytics structure is also introduced using real-life data warehouses. Student will use current technologies to create simple business analytics data models. Prerequisites: BSYS 3205

Designed to give students practical application of concepts learned in major program areas by engaging in problem solving projects in business or government. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Levels 1, 2 and 3 courses (may be short one Level 3 course).

Analyses business strategy formulation to give the student practical experience and confidence in handling complex business situations. Comprehensive business cases will be selected in fields such as finance, control, personnel, production, marketing, and general management. Acquaints the student with management decision-making and effective verbal and written business analysis. Teamwork and organizational change are addressed as elements of strategy implementation.

Familiarizes the student with the fundamentals of raising funds. Emphasis is placed on various sources of funds with particular focus on the types, their benefits and costs. Topics will include bank financing, government funding and venture capital. Prerequisites: FMGT 3221

This course prepares the student for managing complex projects using a structured project management methodology. Five project management process groups (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring/controlling, and closing) and the Project Management Institute’s PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge) provide a framework for advanced project management. This course prepares the student for the PMI’s Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification exam. Prerequisites: OPMT 1170