- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Introduces the external forces in the business environment and the resulting implications for organizations. Examines the place of business in BC and Canada. Focus is on the issues arising from government policies, economics, ethics, social environment, forms of businesses, and the basic components of business operations.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$531.98 - $574.92 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
The participants will gain an understanding of the interdependence between businesses and organizations and their environment (ex. political, economic, and social). The participants will understand the basic forms of business and the benefits of the different structures. A general overview will be gained of the basic components of most organizations and their functions.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Introduction to Business (BUSA 1005) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Leadership
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Media Techniques for Business
Certificate Part-time
School of Health Sciences
- Advanced Safety Management
Certificate Part-time
- Occupational Health and Safety Practitioners
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below are two offerings of BUSA 1005 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 31282
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 09 Loading
- CRN 31282
- $574.92 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 09 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 108 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Kishore Anand
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
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 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- <!--CSRs: No late registrations allowed after the first class without approval no classes on Sept 30 and Nov 11 HYBRID: This course will be offered 50% in person - on campus and 50% synchronously online. The instructor will provide class details in the course outline.
Status
CRN 31638
Dates
Sep 09 - Nov 29 Loading
- CRN 31638
- $531.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 29 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Ian Winter
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 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Students must submit e-mail 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. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.