- 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 provides an introduction to commercial crimes in Canada. Three main issues are considered: theory (the criminal code section and the fundamental legal principles underlying the offence); practical criteria (identifying the priority elements of proof that are required from a practical point of view) and satisfying the criteria (reviewing the usual types of evidence required to prove the offence). Primary commercial crimes considered include: fraud, theft, counterfeit currency, credit and debit card offences, internet based frauds, conspiracy and money laundering. Others, briefly introduced topics include: stock market manipulation and other securities related offences, criminal breach of trust, custom and excise offences, secret commissions, planned bankruptcy and possession of goods obtained by crime. Reference is made to various industry issues such as banking regulations as they impact on the offences being studied. In addition, 21st century issues such as the global economy, telemarketing, the cable industry and gaming are also discussed.
Prerequisite(s)
- Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$879.39
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Outline and discuss the theoretical aspects of enumerated Criminal Code offences, including the fundamental underlying legal principles.
- Outline the practical criteria required to prove all elements of the offences as set out in legislation.
- Apply the theoretical knowledge in case-study and practical problem situations.
- Given a specified fact situation, prepare an investigative plan, setting out the investigative objective to be attained by each step in the plan.
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct effective fraud related research from appropriate websites/course materials.
Effective as of Winter 2018
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of FSCT 7210 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 61891
Dates
Apr 14 - Jul 11 Cancelled
- CRN 61891
- $879.39 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 14 - Jul 11 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- 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.
- This course is ONLINE and will be asynchronous (students can enroll in other courses on the same day, however, must have the Program Assistant to create a special override for them to do so). Students who have been accepted into a Forensics program where this course is a part of the matrix may register without any further approvals. Students who are not currently accepted in a Forensics program or, if this course is NOT part of your program matrix, please contact the Program Assistants for departmental approval at BCIT_Forensics@bcit.ca. For information on Forensic programs and courses, please visit: www.bcit.ca/cas/forensics.
Status
Cancelled
This course offering has been cancelled. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
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