- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Presents both traditional and contemporary perspectives of modern management examining management and management roles in teams, projects, departments and the organization as a whole. Strategic planning, operational planning, leading, organizing and controlling for performance will be addressed. Through actual business scenarios, cases and exercises, participants gain experience in decision-making and applying theory to real world organizations.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$640.43 - $696.69 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the changing role and functions of management in business.
- Critically evaluate the role of managers in today's business.
- Assess the impacts of alternative management approaches on an organization.
- Analyze and evaluate business situations involving management issues and develop appropriate responses to improve the situation by:
- Researching and interpreting business situations
- Applying commonly used models and methodologies for analysis
- Developing appropriate alternatives and solutions
- Presenting recommendations and an action plan.
- Apply a decision-making methodology to improve the quality of management decisions.
- Work effectively as a team member.
- Make effective verbal and written presentations.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Principles of Management (BUSA 2005) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Business + Media
- Accounting
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Business Administration (General Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Global Studies Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Human Resources Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Management Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Marketing Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Management
Certificate Part-time
- Finance
Diploma Part-time
- Financial Management (Finance Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Financial Management (Professional Accounting Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Financial Planning
Diploma Part-time
- Fire Executive Management
BCIT/Industry Partnership Certificate Part-time
- Human Resource Management
Certificate Part-time
- International Trade and Transportation Logistics
Certificate Part-time
- Leadership
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management (Marketing Communications Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management (Professional Sales Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Facilities Management Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Management Engineering Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Materials Management Option)
Certificate Part-time
School of Health Sciences
- Advanced Safety Management
Certificate Part-time
- Occupational Health and Safety Practitioners
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are four offerings of BUSA 2005 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 66551
Dates
May 13 - Aug 09 Loading
- CRN 66551
- $640.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Mark Giltrow
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 3.25 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
CRN 66552
Dates
May 13 - Aug 09 Loading
- CRN 66552
- $640.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Mark Giltrow
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 3.25 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
CRN 70017
Dates
May 16 - Aug 08 Loading
- CRN 70017
- $682.47 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Erica Bearss
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 3.25 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.
Status
CRN 69684
Dates
Jun 17 - Aug 09 Loading
- CRN 69684
- $640.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17 - Aug 09 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Mark Giltrow
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 3.25 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. Please note that there will be exams held online every Sunday at 6:00 PM. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to 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
Fall 2025
Below are 14 offerings of BUSA 2005 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 46305
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 06 Loading
- CRN 46305
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 06 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Cheryl Bell-Gadsby
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
CRN 46434
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 06 Loading
- CRN 46434
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 06 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Dennis MacDougall-Purnell
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.
- You will have a mandatory online exams on October 12, November 9, and Dec 7. The instructor will only reschedule exam times for students taking his other classes. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Course content will be available in the Learning Hub learn.bcit.ca/d2l/home
Status
CRN 48546
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 06 Loading
- CRN 48546
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 06 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Kishore Anand
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 sign in on the first day of class. To be successful in our condensed online courses, plan to spend more than 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Students must submit e-mail address when registering. 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
CRN 51018
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 06 Loading
- CRN 51018
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 06 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Pierre Matthee
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
CRN 51438
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 16 Loading
- CRN 51438
- $682.03 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 16 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:50 | Downtown DTC Rm. 462 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Dana Higgins
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-->Students must attend the first class 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 36433
Dates
Sep 10 - Dec 03 Loading
- CRN 36433
- $696.69 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Deacon Devlin
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 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note that all classes will be held synchronously (live) online and three mandatory in person days.***** This is a HYBRID course. Students must attend the first class. The following dates will be HELD IN-PERSON at the Burnaby Campus. First Class: Wednesday, September 10th (18:00 – 21:30). Mid-Term Exam: Wednesday, October 22nd (18:00 – 21:30). Final Exam: Wednesday, December 3rd (18:00 – 21:30). This is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) laptop course. Students are required to BRING THEIR OWN LAPTOP to the in-person class and exam sessions. A desktop computer is not suitable for this course. Students will access their exams through their laptop. The laptop should be able to be used without the use of a charger, for a minimum of four (4) hours. This is not a self-paced course. You will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content, webcam, and microphone. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. For further details on technology requirements, please refer to www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/bcit-sobm-byod.pdf.
Status
CRN 46345
Dates
Sep 10 - Dec 03 Loading
- CRN 46345
- $696.69 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Dec 03 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:50 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 412 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Ken Eng
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 3.25 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. The instructor will provide class details in the course outline.
Status
CRN 51351
Dates
Sep 08 - Dec 08 Loading
- CRN 51351
- $682.03 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Dec 08 | Mon | 18:30 - 22:20 | Downtown DTC Rm. 381 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Maria Kilina
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-->Students must attend the first class No classes on October 13 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 31308
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 16 Loading
- CRN 31308
- $682.03 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 16 | Tue | 18:30 - 22:20 | Downtown DTC Rm. 483 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Heidi Bachert-Burke
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.
- 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 31329
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 09 Loading
- CRN 31329
- $696.69 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 09 | Tue | 09:00 - 12:20 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 318 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Christina Stewart
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This section is part of the Business Fundamentals (BFUN) Program (www.bcit.ca/study/programs/7985acert). As this is the case, the course will be taught in a way that accommodates the needs of English Language Learners. If you have any questions, please contact bfun@bcit.ca. You will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. For details on technology requirements, please refer to www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/bcit-sobm-byod.pdf. Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information. There will be no class on the following dates: September 30 (Day of Truth & Reconciliation) and November 11 (Remembrance Day).
Status
CRN 31771
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 06 Loading
- CRN 31771
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 06 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Cheryl Bell-Gadsby
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
CRN 36141
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 06 Loading
- CRN 36141
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 06 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Kishore Anand
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 sign in on the first day of class. To be successful in our condensed online courses, plan to spend more than 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Students must submit e-mail address when registering. 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
CRN 51350
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 16 Loading
- CRN 51350
- $696.69 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 16 | Tue | 18:30 - 22:20 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 404 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Erica Bearss
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 Students must attend the first class 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 42228
Dates
Sep 11 - Dec 04 Loading
- CRN 42228
- $696.69 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 - Dec 04 | Thu | 18:30 - 22:20 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 202 |
Duration
13 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.
- Students must attend the first class 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
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.