- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This program is currently fully funded (tuition-free) by the BC Ministry of Post-Secondary Education, exclusively for Trade Workers who are Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents residing in British Columbia. Its aim is to enhance trade worker knowledge and skills, empowering them to contribute to the advancement of a sustainable trades economy. Please contact tradeup@bcit.ca for more information and to reserve your seat in the course. The Introduction to Sustainable Business Practices for Skilled Trades course aims to transition traditional trade business practices to sustainable ones, ensuring long-term success in a rapidly evolving marketplace. Discover the transformative power of integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into your trade and explore innovative strategies that align with your business goals and the needs of the planet. Most importantly, motivate and engage your team by demonstrating your commitment to ethical practices and community involvement. Join us and discover how you can build a brighter future for your trade business, your community, and our planet.
Prerequisite(s)
- Skilled Trades Workers, Journeypersons, & Apprentices
Credits
1.5
- Not offered this term
- This course is not offered this term. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive notifications of future course offerings and other opportunities to learn more about this course and related programs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the rise of ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and sustainable business practices and the resulting opportunities for skilled trades and trades businesses
- Understand leading practice and the potential for impact of trades and trades businesses
- Investigate existing business processes that impact people and the planet
- Explore how to integrate positive impacts on people and the planet
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2024
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.