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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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)

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.

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.

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.

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. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT PROGRAM INFORMATION: In response to the changes being implemented July 1, 2010, by the Financial Planners Standards Council (FPSC), towards the CFP (Certified Financial Planner -TM) program, BCIT is introducing an updated Associate Certificate in Financial Planning program. The existing program, with the addition of FMGT 4911 - Capstone Course for CFP Certification, will complete the changes to the new Associate Certificate program. This change to the program will meet the updated CFP program academic requirements and is anticipated to commence in Fall 2010. Students pursuing the CFP program (who will be writing the CFP exam after June 2010) will be expected to take the additional Capstone Course for CFP Certification, (FMGT 4911), to meet the requirements of the CFP program changes. For further CFP information: https://www.fpsc.ca/cfp-certification

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 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)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.