- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course will explore the common law legal principles and statutory regimes governing the relationship between individual employees and employers in Canada. While the emphasis will be on the law of employment in the non-union context, comparisons will be made throughout the course between individual and unionized activity and the relationship between unions and employers in Canada. The course will involve a review of relevant statutes, analysis of decisions from the courts, practical exercises, discussion and student presentations. Students should take HRMG 3205 Labour Relations I to learn about employment law as it applies to a unionized workforce.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$640.43 - $682.47 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Analyze the appropriate employment legislation and common law principles in order to ensure employer compliance and design best practices;
- Apply the principles of contract law that govern the employment relationship from formation to termination.
- Outline the key steps involved in employment law dispute resolution, including the administrative tribunal process, traditional litigation and alternative dispute mechanisms.
- Design practices to effectively reduce the risk of wrongful dismissal disputes and other legal causes of action.
- Develop basic workplace policies that assist employers in maintaining compliance with employment legislation and common law.
Effective as of Fall 2015
Related Programs
Employment Law (BLAW 3905) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Business Administration (Human Resources Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Management Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Fire Executive Management
BCIT/Industry Partnership Certificate Part-time
- Human Resource Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Human Resource Management
Certificate Part-time
- Human Resources
Statement of Completion Part-time
- Payroll Administration
Certificate Part-time
- Payroll and Human Resources
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are five offerings of BLAW 3905 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 55882
Dates
Apr 08 - Jul 08 In Progress and Full
- CRN 55882
- $682.47 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Karla Gonzalez
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No classes on July 1 Students MUST attend all classes. Instructor will not accept any student after the first day of class. HYBRID: This course will be offered 50% in person - on campus and 50% synchronously online. ***Please note that the first class will be held on campus*** The instructor will provide class details in the course outline.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 56797
Dates
Apr 08 - Jul 05 In Progress and Full
- CRN 56797
- $640.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 08 - Jul 05 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Tj Schmaltz
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 57526
Dates
Apr 08 - Jul 05 In Progress and Full
- CRN 57526
- $640.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 08 - Jul 05 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Marlize van Jaarsveld
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 69507
Dates
Apr 08 - Jul 05 In Progress
- CRN 69507
- $640.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 08 - Jul 05 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Joao Molinari
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 69958
Dates
Apr 08 - Jul 05 In Progress and Full
- CRN 69958
- $640.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 08 - Jul 05 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Marlize van Jaarsveld
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.