Course Overview
Introduces basic supervision and management skills. Topics include management responsibilities, interpersonal and communication skills, leadership, teamwork, negotiation and dispute resolution. Basic ethical rights and principles are examined, as well as various industry codes of ethics. Relevant case studies are reviewed as they relate to ethical issues in the workplace. 3.0 credits 12 weeks.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$564.42 - $607.36 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Recognize and evaluate conflicting ethical issues and dilemmas.
- Formulate goals and objectives within their area of management.
- Understand the techniques necessary for effective communication.
- Understand leadership skills and successful leadership styles.
- Enhance negotiating techniques and tactics.
- Identify core issues in disputes, and develop a method of successful problem solving and dispute resolution.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Basic Management and Ethics (BLDT 1061) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Construction Management
Diploma Part-time
- Construction Operations
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below are two offerings of BLDT 1061 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 49312
Dates
Jan 06 - Mar 24 Loading
- CRN 49312
- $564.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 24 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Rou Golsheh
Course outline
Important information
- ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** A computer with speakers is required for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, per the above class schedule. Important course information will be sent to registered students closer to course start date. Make sure your email address on your student account is correct and up to date. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2026 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2025.
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Status
CRN 87418
Dates
Jan 08 - Mar 26 Loading
- CRN 87418
- $607.36 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08 - Mar 26 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 405 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Rou Golsheh
Course outline
Important information
- This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2026 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2025.
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Status
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of BLDT 1061 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 29765
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 23 Loading
- CRN 29765
- $607.36 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 23 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 402 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Rou Golsheh
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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