Explore and be able to apply the principles of demand management, sales and operations planning, master scheduling, and distribution planning, and to identify conditions that require action. This course evaluates knowledge of both supply and demand planning for mid- to long-term independent demand. Topics include: Recognizing all demands for goods and services to support the marketplace; Bringing together all the plans for the business; Disaggregating the production plan into an executable schedule; Planning the distribution network and replenishment. Prerequisites: APIC 1171

Acquire a working knowledge of the tools and techniques for planning of inventory, including planning techniques such as MRP, CRP, lean, TOC, and projects. Understand the effect of using each technique; know standard measurements for inventory, materials, capacity and supplier performance; and recognize when to escalate issues. Topics include: Managing inventory, planning material requirements, planning capacity requirements, and procurement and supplier planning; Recognizing the importance of supply chain management and deploying supply chain strategies related to scheduling, planning, and sourcing; Translating product-level plans and schedules generated at the master planning level into requirements that can be procured or produced; Bridging the master planning area with the execution and control function; Planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and implementing projects that are used to manage the supply of products and services. Prerequisites: APIC 1171

Learn to translate plans into operational activities and define and apply techniques in the operations field. Topics include: Comparing actual output to plans and taking appropriate corrective actions; Communicating ideas in a group setting and instructing others in tasks; Creating operational solutions in the face of competing resources; Explaining the release of work and reporting performance through data collection; Understanding the execution of quality initiatives and continuous improvement plans; Evaluating trade-offs and participating in design decisions. Prerequisites: APIC 1171

This communication 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. NOTE: Students scoring below "C+" in level 1 COMM are required to take COMM 2003 instead of COMM 2203. To make up for a full-time diploma program level 2 COMM course, students must take both COMM 2202 (or COMM 2002) and COMM 2203 (or COMM 2003). If you have BCIT full-time diploma program level 1 COMM course credit, email cecomm@bcit.ca to apply for approval to register. Prerequisite: Students must have one of the following: 1) a final grade of 70% or better in BCIT level 1 COMM (ie: COMM 1100 or COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 or COMM 1120; or 2) a score of 70 or better in COMM 0015; or 3) an OFFICIAL transfer credit granted for BCIT level 1 or level 2 COMM course with a final grade of 70% or better (refer to http://www.bcit.ca/admission/transfer/).

Provides a basic understanding of the major factors in managing a warehouse and distribution system. Introduces the concepts and applications for the effective management and control of distribution channel, warehouse, and transportation management functions and processes. Includes channel network design, distribution inventory management, warehousing, materials handling functions, and transportation management.

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.

Introduces students to the basic principles and techniques for planning and design of manufacturing, processing, and distribution facilities. Key aspects of the planning and design process from functional concept to architectural and engineering design are reviewed. Topics covered includes relationship programming, systematic layout planning, lean concepts, line balancing, workstation design, materials handling, building systems, WCB and Building Code requirements, and project management and budgeting.

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.

Upon successful completion, the student will have learned best practices in warehouse management relating to: receiving, putaway, restocking, order picking, cycle counting, and employee performance measurement. Students develop applicable procedures/standards for their own operations, and be able to take these back to the work place. Prerequisite: OPMT 1175 or solid basic warehouse experience and knowledge.

Business today is characterized by shorter product life cycles and rapid change. However, organizations are challenged to quickly adapt key business processes to changes in their environment. Through lecture, discussion and case studies, students will be introduced to a methodology to improve business processes and to lead teams. Prerequisites: OPMT 1198

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.

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.

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.

The basic concepts in managing the complete flow of materials in a supply chain from suppliers to customers are covered in this course. Manufacturing, distribution, service, and retail industries are covered. This includes the fundamental relationships in the design, planning, execution, monitoring, and control that occur. Knowledge of the material in this course is assumed as a requirement for the other APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) courses, which cover similar topics in much greater depth. Topics include: Understanding basic business wide concepts, including understanding various supply chain environments; Managing demand, including markets and customer expectations; Designing products, processes, and information systems; Understanding supply issues including inventory costs, functions, and metrics.

This course presents and examines inventory concepts as applied in manufacturing and distribution environments and the inter-relationships between them. It covers objectives, planning levels, demand types, forecasting, order point systems, MRP, different costing types, ABC analysis, order quantities, purchasing, capacity, DRP and warehouse control. Students will be encouraged to apply these concepts at their workplace.

Introduces quality assurance for the manufacturing industries. The course presents a general overview of quality management topics: establishing the desired product quality and reliability and the conditions necessary to achieve them; quality planning; standards for quality management problems; economic factors; quality assurance and production; inspection and test operations; total quality control concepts. Class activities include films, video, group discussions and in-class group exercises. No prerequisites.

This course teaches students a variety of skills including project definition, WBS, SOW, activity development, network diagrams, three-time estimate method to assess risk and schedule a project, resource levelling, time cost trade-offs and estimating, earned value, reporting and progress measurement during project, project termination and the role of project personnel. Based on Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).

Move your learning to the next level with the SMR course that includes higher-level thinking or strategic planning and implementation of operations. This includes an understanding of how market requirements drive the resources and processes of an organization. Topics include: Understanding concepts that require a combination of elements and higher thinking within the entire CPIM body of knowledge; Knowing the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to operations and supply chain functions; Understanding various business environments; Knowing how business strategies are developed and how operation strategies are implemented. Prerequisites: APIC 1171

The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) course provides the student with a comprehensive view to the CSCP learning system expands the student's knowledge and expertise in the supply chain management field. Topics of study include supplier and customer relations, international trade, physical logistics, and the use of information technology as a supply chain enabler. In addition, it helps the student prepare for the CSCP exam.

Every enterprise requires business analytics and decision support systems (DSS) in order to develop a competitive advantage. This course uses MS Excel 2010, 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/or 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

Explore Advanced MS Office Excel 2007 concepts building on the students' proficiency with Excel to enable automation approaches to Business Operations Modelling. Specific focus will be on applying automation tools to Excel within the business modelling framework. Topics include; Inventory and Process modelling using Macro recording and playback, editing Visual Basic for Applications code, adding and using Controls in Excel, and topics involving macro security within Excel. Prerequisite: Proficiency with MS Excel 2003/2007 or BSYS 2051.

Explore MS Access 2007's advanced features for the business environment to help manage your supply chain management applications. Students design real-life databases, including complex queries, forms, reports, and macros according to business rules. Also student learn and use SQL (structured Query Language) and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) that is used to apply business operations modelling rules and validation techniques. This course has an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) application module that will introduce students to SYSPRO various business processes and business intelligence.

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.

A practical course for those responsible for safety and health in an organizational setting, including managers, supervisors, shop stewards, safety committee members, members of the labour relations or human resources department. Topics include: Workers' Compensation Act; rules and regulations, safety program elements; the role of the committee; claim and disability management; due diligence; and union/management cooperation; other ways and means of getting this important job done.

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.

Regardless of each person's specialization, increasing competition and the constant demand for improvement forces employees to understand departmental interrelationships and the implication of converging operations. This course ties the outcomes from the program together and explores the definition and application of business management systems. Topics include: Strategic Planning and Performance Metrics, Resource Management, Process Management and Delivery Systems, Measurement and Improvement Systems and Project and Change Management. Prerequisites: OPMT 1198 or OPMT 1106