- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This highly interactive course is designed to identify and manage conflict in the workplace. Case studies, role playing and student experiences will contribute to the development of a specific body of knowledge for contemporary managers.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$521.06 - $549.24 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
To enhance existing communication skills and identify appropriate processes/techniques to prevent and/or manage conflict.
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Identify common sources/costs of conflict.
- Examine your own response to conflict and your colleagues’ responses to conflict.
- Develop effective communication in conflict situations.
- Describe effective/appropriate responses to the resolution of issues in the workplace.
- Develop confidence, in a group setting, in discussing and presenting difficult and sensitive issues including harassment and discrimination.
- Evaluate the necessity/requirement for third party intervention.
- Developing an environment for prevention.
- Describe/apply appropriate conflict resolution models to a variety of case studies.
- Design a communication/conflict resolution program.
- Relate corporate goals/planning in the union and non-union environment.
- Utilize a risk based approach to identify opportunities for prevention of conflict.
Effective as of Fall 2012
Related Programs
Managing Conflict in the Workplace (BUSA 2905) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Fire Executive Management
BCIT/Industry Partnership Certificate Part-time
- Leadership
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Leadership
Statement of Completion Part-time
- Management Skills in Communication and Negotiation
Statement of Completion Part-time
- Project Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
School of Health Sciences
- Advanced Safety Management
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2025
Below are two offerings of BUSA 2905 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 44240
Dates
Jan 06 - Mar 31 In Progress
- CRN 44240
- $549.24 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 31 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown DTC Rm. 476 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Heidi Bachert-Burke
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.
- 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. No Classes on February 17 This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 79118
Dates
Jan 07 - Mar 29 In Progress
- CRN 79118
- $548.26 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 29 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Zena Merali
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 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. 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 This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are two offerings of BUSA 2905 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 57682
Dates
Apr 15 - Jul 05 Seats Available
- CRN 57682
- $521.06 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15 - Jul 05 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Iren Heder
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.
- Please note there will be a final exam held online on July 5th, 2025 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.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
CRN 60250
Dates
Apr 08 - Jun 28 Full
- CRN 60250
- $521.06 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 08 - Jun 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Zena Merali
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
Full
This course offering is full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.