Course Overview
This is a course in the 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 using the skills and knowledge learned in the program in a real world setting. BUSA 4950 is offered once annually during the Winter term. Students who are eligible to enroll will receive an invitation to apply in September. Those who qualify are required to attend two preliminary classes in October.
Prerequisite(s)
- Student must be enrolled in the Business Administration program, and must have maintained a 65% average, and must have program head approval to enter the course.
Credits
8.0
Domestic fees
$1,919.44
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Apply business knowledge to solve a management problem in an organization.
- Introduce stages of consulting process.
- Create a project plan using project planning tools.
- Manage a complex project using appropriate tools such as GANNT and work breakdown charts.
- Design and use primary research instruments; select and summarize secondary research.
- Analyze data from all six functional areas of organization management using appropriate diagnostic tools to develop alternative solutions, and determine a recommendation for the given management problem.
- Introduce change management tools and concepts.
- Demonstrate effective client communication skills through written and oral presentations.
- Apply teamwork and relationship management skills in working with external clients, supervisory faculty, your consulting team, and other stakeholders.
Effective as of Fall 2019
Related Programs
Business Consulting Projects for Part-time Studies (BUSA 4950) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
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Course Offerings
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of BUSA 4950 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 84646
Dates
Jan 09 - May 22 Loading
- CRN 84646
- $1919.44 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 09 | Sat | 10:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2009 |
| Jan 09 - May 22 | N/A | N/A | Online |
| Jan 23 | Sat | 10:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2009 |
| Feb 06 | Sat | 10:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2009 |
| Feb 20 | Sat | 10:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2009 |
| Mar 06 | Sat | 10:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2009 |
| Apr 10 | Sat | 09:30 - 12:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2009 |
Duration
20 weeks
Instructor
Jason Young
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- BUSA 4950 is offered once annually during the Winter term. Students who are eligible to enroll will receive an invitation to apply in September. Registration is restricted to students enrolled in the Part-Time Business Administration Diploma Program. Student must have completed 85 credits of the program, with a 65% GPA to be considered. International students must obtain the “Co-op Visa” to take this course. Contact the International Student Centre at BCIT_International_Student_Centre@bcit.ca for more information. All registrations must be approved through Izelde van Jaarsveld izelde_van_jaarsveld@bcit.ca Requires commitment to all dates, October 24 from 1100 - 1300 (online) and October 31 from1100 - 1300 (in person). January 9, 23, February 6, 20, March 6 (Instructional class 1000 – 1600 in person) and April 10, 2027 (Tune-up Workshop 0930 – 1200 in person) and 10 weeks of on-site work with the client.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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