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INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL BUSINESS EDUCATION<\/strong>

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BUSI 1003<\/strong> Math for Business<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course provides a brief review of pre-calculus math,\nlogarithmic and exponential functions, limits, introduction to derivatives,\nlinear systems, matrices, systems of linear inequalities, difference equations,\narithmetic and geometric sequences, annuities and installment buying.\nApplications to Business and Economics will be emphasized throughout the\ncourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): New Brunswick\nAdvanced Math 122 or equivalent<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 1013<\/strong> Statistics for Business<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Introduction to applied statistics and data analysis, as\nwell as managerial decision-making, using both quantitative and qualitative\ntools. Statistical topics include: collecting and exploring data; basic inference;\nsimple and multiple linear regression; analysis of variance; nonparametric\nmethods; probability; and statistical computing. Students also examine how\nthese tools are applied in strategic and functional analysis and decision\nmaking, especially regarding marketing and operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 1003 Math for\nBusiness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 1023<\/strong> Introduction to Economics for Managers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course focuses on the following topics: basic theory of\nconsumer behavior; production and costs, analysis of pricing in competitive\nmarkets, and general business equilibrium and welfare. Students will also\nexplore to the theory of the firm: competition and monopoly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 1033<\/strong> Introduction to Business<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course explores the interrelatedness of the various\nfunctions of business operations, and sets the context for understanding the\nbroader environment in which businesses and organizations function. Attention\nwill be given to key functional areas of business include resource bases,\norganizational structures, corporate culture, financial systems, and management\ntheories prevalent in today\u2019s business environment. Interactive business\nsimulation software will be used as a complement to course readings to expose\nstudents to core business functional areas and begin developing their business\ndecision making skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 1043<\/strong> Introduction to Financial Accounting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this course, students will learn that Financial\nAccounting is a language designed to capture, summarize, and communicate the\neconomic facts about an organization in a set of financial statements. The\ncourse will focus on the principles of accounting and reporting and will\nemphasize what information is provided in financial statements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 1003 Math for\nBusiness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2063 <\/strong>Introduction to Marketing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An introduction to the basic concepts and principles of the\nmarketing function. The course follows the evolution of the Marketing discipline\nthrough to the current era of the Social Marketing Concept. Tools necessary for\neffective Marketing practice and environmental and contextual influences are\nexamined. Students learn the basic elements of the Marketing Mix as well as\nsegmentation and positioning tools. The course expands students\u2019 understanding\nof Canadian and international marketing structures and techniques including\nde\ufb01ning and segmenting target markets, using planning and forecasting\ntechniques, analyzing costs and bene\ufb01ts of marketing mixes, interpreting market\nresearch data, consumers and consumerism, industrial market potentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 1073<\/strong> Business Writing and Communications<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students learn how to leverage the online learning\nenvironment to be effective communicators across a number of mediums. Students\nemerge from this course with a solid understanding of how to effectively use\nthe Yorkville University campus and environment to achieve success in their\nstudies, and also develop their knowledge and application of the writing\nprocess, academic referencing using APA style format, effective communications\nstyles particularly, persuasive business writing techniques and cross cultural\ncommunications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CORE BUSINESS COURSES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 1063 <\/strong>Business and Sustainability<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course will explore the impact of business activity on\necosystems, and examine methods of approaching business activity from a\nsustainability perspective. Students will look at how ecosystem-based\nmanagement (EBM) informs business decisions in today\u2019s context, and will\ninvestigate the implications of EBM across various business actions and\nactivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2003<\/strong> Macroeconomics in Global Context<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An overview of macroeconomic issues: the determination of\noutput, employment, unemployment, interest rates, and inflation. Topics\ninclude: monetary and fiscal policies; public debt; and international economic\nissues. Basic models of macroeconomics are introduced and principles within the\nexperience of the North American and other economies are illustrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2013<\/strong> Business Decisions Analysis<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course prepares students to make applied and informed\nbusiness decisions through the use of modeling, analytical and problem solving\ntechniques. Specifically, students will develop an understanding of the\nconcepts of certainty, uncertainty, probability and risk analysis, as well as\nbasic probability concepts, random variables, descriptive measures, and\nproperties of distribution, statistical decision theory and Bayesian\napproaches. Based on this foundation, the course will then delve into discrete\nand continuous probability models and their applications to solving business\nproblems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 1013\nStatistics for Business<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2023<\/strong> Business Law<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students gain a basic understanding of fundamental\nstructural legal frameworks under which firms must operate. The course begins\nwith the basic building blocks of business law, followed by a review of legal\nbusiness structures including sole proprietorship, corporation, partnership,\nlimited liability company, for profit, not-for-profit, and public firms. The\nsecond phase of the course examines a broad range of legal issues that could\nimpact business operations, including intellectual property, contracts, product\ndevelopment, mergers and acquisitions, international trade, business disputes,\nbankruptcy and reorganization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2033<\/strong> Organizational Behaviour and\nManagement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course explores the interaction among individuals and\norganizations, and how this interaction can impact others within the\norganization or the organization itself. Even in today\u2019s technologically driven\nworld, the effectiveness of organizations is still rooted in their ability to\nleverage the full potential of the people involved within their operations.\nStudents are introduced to various topics including value systems, motivation,\nteams, effective communication, power and conflict, organizational culture and\nstructure, leadership, ethics and organizational change. They emerge from the\ncourse with a better understanding of the role of people within organizations,\nand how their own personal strengths can contribute positively to the\norganizations to which they belong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2043 <\/strong>International Business Environment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this course, students will be introduced to the field of\ninternational business, focusing on how business decisions are influenced by\nculture, economics, and marketing. Using case study, this course emphasizes the\nopportunities and problems associated with doing business in an international\nenvironment. Note: though the principles will be constant, the international\ngeography may vary according to the interest of the faculty and students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2053 <\/strong>Business Ethics<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this course, students will learn how the ethical\ndimension of business is a critical success factor for businesses. The\nobjective of this course is to develop moral sensibility and an awareness of\nsocial responsibility in the context of business management. Students will\nexplore such topics as the relationship between business and society, the link\nbetween corporate strategy and social responsibility, the importance of\ncorporate reputation, ethical decision-making, and the impact that business has\non the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2073 <\/strong>Management of Technology and\nInnovation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course introduces students to fundamentals of\ninformation technology and information systems, and exposes them to the\nmanagerial implications of effective technology management. Topics covered\ninclude making information IT investment decisions, managing risks in IT\nsystems adoption and implementation, integrating new technologies with existing\nsystems, and maximizing the usage of data from IT systems to create corporate\nvalue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2083<\/strong> Managerial Accounting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course focuses on how managers use accounting\ninformation to make decisions. The course also covers product costing,\nbudgetary control systems, and performance evaluation systems. In addition,\nstudents will be introduced to the concept of flexible budgets and break-even\nanalysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 1043\nIntroduction to Financial Accounting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2093 <\/strong>Introduction to Managerial Finance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course introduces major concepts in finance and\ninvestments, such as the time value of money, discounted cash flows, and risk\nand return. Students also examine how firms decide to finance projects they\nassess as being worthwhile, and how to make investment decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 2083\nManagerial Accounting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2103 <\/strong>Human Resource Management and\nDevelopment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course introduces students to the theory and practice\nof personnel management and the significant issues that are part of the\nmanagement of human resources in organizations. Students who complete this\ncourse will be able to design and implement an effective human resource\nmanagement strategy. In addition, students are expected to identify specific HR\nmanagement skills that they need to develop and begin the process of developing\nthese skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 2033\nOrganizational Behaviour and Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2113 <\/strong>Production\/Operations Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this course, students are presented with a comprehensive\noverview of the major elements of operations management, including but not\nlimited to: materials requirements planning, supply chain and logistics\nmanagement, purchasing, manufacturing and production, inventory and downstream\ndistribution, service quality, and customer relationship management. The course\nwill also explore popular control processes such as Business Process\nReengineering (BPR) and Total Quality Management (TQM) and review popular\ne-business software applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 1103\nStatistics for Business<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2123 <\/strong>Business Strategy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course introduces students to a strategic perspective\non issues that concern contemporary businesses. The course draws on and\nexplores concepts from a number of undergraduate business courses (marketing,\nfinance, accounting, management and organizational behaviour). Students are\nencouraged to use material from other courses in the analysis and resolution of\ncomplex business situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 1043\nIntroduction to Financial Accounting; BUSI 2033 Organizational Behaviour and\nManagement; BUSI 2063 Introduction to Marketing; BUSI 2073 Management\nInformation Systems; BUSI 2083 Managerial Accounting,; BUSI 2093 Introduction\nto Managerial Finance; BUSI 2103 Human Resources Management and Development;\nBUSI 2113 Production\/Operations Management.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2133 <\/strong>Organization Theory and Design<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The emphasis in this course is on developing approaches in\ndifferent types of organizations (e.g. not-for-profit) to deal effectively with\nthe specific issues they may face. The course will explore principles and\npractices of management and administration as they are adapted to\nboard-management-staff relations, board governance, recruiting and motivating,\nhuman resource management, accountability, organizing for and managing growth\nand change, analysis of an organization\u2019s market and organizational strategic\nplanning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 2033\nOrganizational Behaviour and Management.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2143 <\/strong>Entrepreneurship and Small Business\nManagement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course focuses on the practical aspects of establishing\nand developing a business. Using case study, the course is designed to help the\nstudent analyze the strengths and weaknesses of a newly formed business. Topics\ninclude: opportunity recognition, feasibility study, risk, venture capital\nsources, business economics, marketing requirements, negotiations and resource\nneeds. Case studies will be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 1023\nIntroduction to Managerial Economics; BUSI 1043<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Introduction to Financial Accounting; BUSI 2033\nOrganizational Behaviour and Management; BUSI 2063 Introduction to Marketing;\nBUSI 2083 Managerial Accounting.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 2163<\/strong> Marketing Strategy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A course to develop the skills and approach required to\nformulate and effectively implement marketing strategies. The course reviews\nthe theory and practice of identifying market opportunities, evaluating firm\npositioning, selecting and evaluating potential markets and making effective\nmarketing mix decisions through analysis of market research data. All elements\nof strategic decision making are examined, including market segmentation,\nmarket target choice, product and\/or service offering(s), pricing, promotion\nand distribution choices that support positioning decisions as well as after\nsales service, support and evaluation. Students develop hands on knowledge of\nthe impact of strategic marketing decisions on a firm\u2019s market position, bottom\nline and investment attractiveness through interaction with hands on business\nsimulation software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Required) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 2063\nIntroduction to Marketing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSINESS ELECTIVES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3403 <\/strong>Intermediate Accounting 1 \u2013 Assets<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course builds on the integrated framework for\nanalyzing, interpreting and preparing financial statements introduced in\nprevious accounting courses. Emphasis is placed on accounting policy choices\nand the criteria by which such choices are made, as well as on analyzing\nfinancial statements that are prepared using different accounting policies. Students\nwill examine, in\u2010depth, the effects of accounting concepts on income\ndetermination and on asset, liability and shareholders\u2019 equity valuation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI1043 –\nIntroduction to Financial Accounting; BUSI 2083 – Managerial Accounting.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3413 <\/strong>Intermediate Managerial Accounting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course focuses on how managers use accounting\ninformation to make effective business decisions. Students will study different\ntypes of reports, financial statements and analytical tools, which may be used\nby managers to effectively plan, coordinate, evaluate and monitor qualitative\nand quantitative metrics within an organization. In this intermediate\nmanagerial accounting course, students will focus on costing and cost analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI2083 –\nIntroduction to Managerial Accounting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3423 <\/strong>Intermediate Financial Accounting\n2-Liabilities and Equities<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course continues to build on the integrated framework\nfor analyzing, interpreting, and preparing financial statements learned through\nBUSI1043 – Introduction to Financial Accounting and BUSI3403 – Intermediate\nAccounting I: Assets. The objectives within this course are to identify,\ninterpret and analyze complex measurement issues and accounting policy choices\napplicable to a given situation. Students will subsequently evaluate the\neffects of financial reporting issues and policies on the preparation of the\nStatement of Financial Position, Income Statement, and Statement of Cash Flows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3403<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3433 <\/strong>Corporate Finance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course will build on concepts from the introductory\nmanagerial finance course and explore in depth the areas of corporate finance,\nrisk, diversification, portfolio analysis, and capital market theory.\nSpecifically, the course places emphasis on developing the students\u2019 ability to\nunderstand, analyze, and integrate financial information towards sound\nfinancial decisions. Topics discussed will include the impact of interest rates,\ntaxation, dividends, cash flow, and other business considerations on financial\ndecision making and the role of financial institutions and regulations in\ncorporate financial management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3413,\nBUSI 3423<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3443 <\/strong>Accounting Capstone Project-Auditing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course explains the significance of the auditing\nenvironment, public practice and professional responsibilities as well as basic\naudit concepts and techniques. The increasing complexity and speed of change in\nthe business world has caused more estimation and uncertainty than ever before.\nIn turn, this has caused higher difficulty for auditors to assess corporate\nrisk, gather sufficient appropriate evidence and form a fair audit opinion on\nthe financial statements. The requirements of this course combine the financial\nand managerial accounting knowledge learned to date and apply it to the world\nof auditing. Students will be required to leverage prior knowledge to be\nsuccessful in this course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI3413,\nBUSI3423, BUSI3433<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3503 <\/strong>Introduction to Energy Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course recognizes society\u2019s present reliance on energy,\nacross all aspects of life, and introduces business students to the nature of\nenergy as a key aspect of business operations, from the energy business to\nenergy inputs across all aspects of business and society. It provides a\nhistorical overview of energy\u2019s role in society, before focusing on issues of\nenergy resource planning, from conventional energy to current clean energy\ntechnologies, climate change mitigation, conservation practices, and likely\nlong-term energy transitions. The course also explores the full range of energy\nsystems and applications, stakeholders and introduces relevant energy terminologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3513 <\/strong>Energy Policy, Legislation, and Social\nEnvironment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course examines Canadian federal, provincial, and local\ngovernment, as well as International policy, legislation, and regulations\naffecting the energy industry and energy consumers. Students will explore\njurisdictional issues, the changing regulatory environment, business, and the\nimpact of, or to, Indigenous peoples, industry associations, and relevant\nstakeholders, through the examination of current Canadian energy policies.\nProvincial and territorial regulations and incentive programs will be examined\nin detail. Strategies for building political, economic, social, environmental\nand business linkages for energy systems and applications in the context of the\nprinciples of sustainable enterprise will be developed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3503\n– Energy Policy and Regulations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3523 <\/strong>Energy Supply Chain Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course focuses on the decision-making role of the\noperations manager in transforming organizational inputs into desired outputs.\nThe major issues and problems of designing, scheduling, operating and\ncontrolling the production system are examined. In order to compete and better\nposition themselves in the global economy, energy organizations are finding\nthat a managed supply chain is the key to success, leading to increased\ncustomer satisfaction, improved performance, lower costs and better product\ndevelopment. Students will learn to discuss the drivers of price changes, how\nthe Canadian energy sector fits into the larger global context when seeking\nsecure sources for construction materials, assets and equipment, and what\nextent stockpiling or overestimating requirements impact the bottom line.\nStudents will identify how energy supply chain management relates to customer\nsatisfaction, improved performance, lowering costs and product development. In\naddition, students will be exposed to the following terms: procurement,\nupstream and downstream, raw materials, and forecasting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3503\n– Energy Policy and Regulations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3533 <\/strong>International Energy Development and\nPolicy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course will provide students with the tools to\nunderstand the complexities of international energy markets, and the impact of\nglobal government policy on energy development. The course will focus on\ninternational energy development, energy contracts, sustainable development,\nand the management of environmental and corporate social responsibility issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3503\n– Energy Policy and Regulations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3543 <\/strong>Energy Management Capstone Project<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course will provide students with an experiential\nopportunity to reinforce, synthesize, and build on the energy management\nknowledge and skills they developed in previous courses. Students will work in\nteams to develop an impact assessment of a proposed new energy project within a\nCanadian jurisdiction. Students will be required to apply knowledge from all\nfour SCM courses in their development of the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3513\n– Energy Risk Management; BUSI 3523 – Energy Supply Chain Management; BUSI 3533\n– International Energy Development and Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3603 <\/strong>Introduction to Project Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you work for a corporation or a government agency,\nevery project is an investment. This course will introduce students to project\nmanagement fundamentals and terminology, and prepare them to compare project\ninvestment opportunities using financial and non-financial methods. They will\nclarify the necessity of linking projects to the strategic plan, and learn to\ninitiate the selected projects. Students will also compare various project life\ncycles to Agile project management and be introduced to (or become better-\nacquainted with) the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge\n(PMBOK\u00ae). Current and future project managers will gain insight into the\nsociocultural and technical dimensions of project management, and will contrast\nthe project management and business analyst roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3613 <\/strong>Project Teams and Leadership<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The development of project teams is an essential part of\nproject leadership and management as described in the Human Resource Management\nand Communication Management knowledge areas within A Guide to the Project\nManagement Body of Knowledge: PMBOK\u00ae Guide. Whether you work on a task force,\ncommittee, development team, or other type of project team, this course will\noutline strategies for becoming a harmonious team member and adaptable team\nleader. By using stories from an assortment of projects, the course also\nprovides multiple \u201creal world\u201d examples of inspired project leadership, timely\nproject communications, and ongoing team selection, development and management;\npractices for improving project leadership are derived from these stories.\nLastly, the factors which contribute to successful stakeholder management are\nalso introduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 2113\n-Production and Operations Management; BUSI 3603 – Introduction to Project\nManagement.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3623 <\/strong>Project Planning Essentials<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course will guide students through a rigorous\nexamination of all planning processes and process interactions during the\nproject life cycle. They will determine the elements of the project management\nplan that are essential, while avoiding \u201canalysis paralysis\u201d. Students will\ncollaborate with others to appraise the content and format of project\nmanagement plans for small, medium and large projects. They will clarify the\nscope, schedule, cost and resources necessary for a sample project. Students\nwill also create plans for the management of risk, quality, human resources,\ncommunications, and procurement for one or more sample projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3603\n– Introduction to Project Management; BUSI 3613 – Project Teams and Leadership<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3633 <\/strong>Project Execution, Monitoring,\nControl, and Closing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course provides students with the practices and\nprocesses for launching, monitoring, controlling and closing projects. Special\nemphasis is given to the eleven processes included in the monitoring and\ncontrolling process groups. The course provides students with the processes and\ntechniques used to harness change, and control \u2018scope creep\u2019, time delays and\ncost overruns. The course builds students\u2019 understanding of, and appreciation\nfor, the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) as a better alternative to the\ninadequate measures of \u201con time\u201d or \u201con budget\u201d. The course concludes with an\nautomated simulation that tests students\u2019 ability to make decisions which\nimprove the probability of project success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3603\n– Introduction to Project Management; BUSI 3613 – Project Teams and Leadership;\nBUSI 3623 – Project Planning Essentials.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3643 <\/strong>Advanced Project Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course provides students with an experiential\nopportunity to reinforce, synthesize, and build on the project management\nknowledge and skills they developed in previous courses. The course focuses on\nnew advances in project management and how to effectively manage projects using\ndifferent project management approaches. Students will compare project management\nlife cycle models that streamline project planning and monitoring in complex\nand uncertain situations. The course also explores international cultures and\ntheir impact on project leadership, communication, and team dynamics. Students\nwill work in teams to develop a project management plan, and prepare for\nproject execution, monitoring, control, and closedown. Finally, students will\nexamine potential career paths and professional development opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s):BUSI 3603 –\nIntroduction to Project Management; BUSI 3613 – Project Teams and Leadership;\nBUSI 3623 – Project Planning Essentials; BUSI 3633 – Project Execution,\nMonitoring, Control, and Closing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3703 <\/strong>Advanced Operations and Supply Chain\nManagement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course exposes students to advanced topics in\noperations and supply chain management, emphasizing supply chain performance\nevaluation. Students are taught to prepare detailed sales and operation plans,\nacceptance sampling plans, and lean operations plans. In addition, students\nwill perform reliability analysis as well as supply chain cost analysis. The\ncourse concludes by familiarizing students with pressing operational issues\nsuch as sustainable operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s):BUSI 2113 –\nProduction Operations Management.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3713 <\/strong>Logistics Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course provides students with in-depth knowledge and a\nchance to apply logistics management concepts. Students study the key elements\nof organizational logistics including warehousing, inbound\/outbound logistics,\ndistribution channels, and transportation analysis. It prepares students to\nmake decisions regarding the number, location, and layout of warehouses and\nmaterial handling that determine options for transportation routes, modes, and\nproviders (3PL\/4PL). It places particular emphasis on major trends in logistics\nmanagement including technologies (e.g., Warehouse Management Systems,\ntransportation technologies) and reverse logistics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s):BUSI 3703\n-Advanced Operations and Supply Chain Management.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3723 <\/strong>Procurement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course introduces students to the procurement process,\ncovering concepts such as: strategic sourcing and its importance, the bidding\nand contracting process, negotiations, and contract management. Students manage\nthe entire cycle of supplier management, from evaluation and selection, to\ndevelopment and monitoring. It emphasizes challenging issues related to\nprocurement, such as global sourcing and e-procurement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s):BUSI 3703\n-Advanced Operations and Supply Chain Management.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3733 <\/strong>Business Process Improvement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course focuses on business process improvement through\ntotal quality management and business process re-engineering. Business\nprocesses may experience improvement in two ways: continuous improvement\nthrough incremental steps (as part of a Total Quality Management strategy); or\nthrough radical and transformative changes to business processes (as part of\nBusiness Process Re-engineering). Students study both methods and how the two\ninteract, or possibly conflict. They assess and evaluate processes through a\nproduct lifecycle, using a customer-focused approach, placing special emphasis\nservice operations throughout the course. As students analyze these business\nprocesses, they identify areas of risk\/improvement, and determine ways to\nmanage them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s):BUSI 3713\n-Logistics Management; BUSI 3723-Procurement.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 3743 <\/strong>Supply Chain Integration and Analytics<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course integrates and applies concepts taught in\nearlier SMC specialization courses, providing hands-on experience with real\nprojects and technologies in supply chain management. Students engage in higher\nlevel analyses, acknowledging the interactions among supply chain functions.\nStudents come to realize the challenges, trade-offs, and interfaces with other\norganizational functions\/ organizations. They also acknowledge the need for\ndata analytics and technological skills to cope with the competitive\nenvironment. Accordingly, Enterprise Resource Planning is used as an\nintegrative backbone to the course, combining functions and technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Elective) Prerequisite(s):BUSI 3733\n-Business Process Improvement.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

INTEGRATIVE PROJECT-BASED COURSES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 4013 <\/strong>Business Organization Analysis Project<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emphasis on developing analytic skills and giving practical\nexperience in research and theorizing about organizations through the\nintegration of core business courses studied in the BBA program. Objectives\ninclude: understanding various aspects of organization and a variety of\ntheoretical frameworks contributed by business administration academic\ndisciplines; analyzing organizational vision, mission, values and strategy, and\ntheir role in articulating the direction of a business; describing a business\nconcept, organizational structure, external stakeholders and\ninter-organizational relations; understanding the role played by technology;\nand describing the impact of culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Required) Prerequisite(s): Students\nmust have completed 90 credit hours of the BBA program.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 4023<\/strong> Contemporary Issues in Business: A\nCase Approach<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course will use a case analysis approach to present\ncurrent and relevant topics in today\u2019s business environment. Students will\nstudy five topics relevant to the current business environment. For each topic,\nthey will engage in discussion and debate with peers, and analyze a current\nbusiness case. Students will respond to business cases using a framework that\nincludes identification of key issues, exploration of research options, and\ndevelopment of supported solutions and recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(Online)(Required) Prerequisite(s): 21 credit\nhours of Introduction and General Business Education courses.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 4033<\/strong> Business Improvement Project<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focus on the selection, treatment, and solution of a complex\nproblem in an organization through the development and preparation of a formal,\nanalytical report. Working in small groups, students will: learn how to\nidentify a problem and possible solutions; select the best solution, create a\nwork plan, and apply primary and secondary research methods; structure an\nargument logically and persuasively; customize a message for multiple\naudiences; and strengthen critical-thinking skills through the evaluation of\nfindings and the formulation of conclusions and recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3credits) (Online)(Required)Prerequisite(s): Students\nmust have completed 90 credit hours of the BBA program.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUSI 4046<\/strong> Final Business Plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focused on sound decision-making in the context of\norganizing a new business, requiring the discipline of thinking through an\nentire planning process and developing concise and well-structured business\nplans. Students develop a business vision and create an effective business\nstrategy for making this vision a reality, and are required to develop a\ncomplete business plan, based on a business opportunity selected by the\nstudent. The business opportunity may involve third parties whose cooperation\nand participation is essential to the success of the proposed enterprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(6 credits) (Online)(Required)Prerequisite(s): Students\nmust have completed 90 credit hours of the BBA program.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PREPARATORY STUDY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

MATH 0910<\/strong> Developmental Math<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A course designed to bridge math skills of students to those\nrequired to successfully complete the quantitative courses in the BBA program.\nThe course introduces students to core mathematical concepts including basic\nnumeracy, algebra, factorials, pre-calculus, Venn diagrams and statistics. This\ncourse or its equivalency is required for all BBA students. Students may\ndemonstrate equivalency by successful completion of the YU Developmental Math\nchallenge exam, or proof of having successfully completed a senior secondary or\npost-secondary math course or equivalent within the past ten years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(0 credits) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GENERAL STUDIES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ENGL101 <\/strong>Research & Composition<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course builds on the conventions and techniques of\ncomposition through critical reading and writing related to the student\u2019s\nprogram of study. Students apply principles of logic, strategic thinking, and\nsynthesis to prepare sound arguments supported by relevant, well documented\nresearch. The culminating activity is a persuasive and analytical paper\nreferencing contemporary issues in technology where individual style and unique\nthinking are demonstrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(3 credits)(online)(Tier 1) Prerequisite(s):\nNone<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GE170<\/strong> Art History \u2013 Ancient<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course introduces students to the art and architecture\nof ancient societies from around the world, spanning pre-history to the fall of\nthe Roman Empire. Using a broad, interdisciplinary approach, various art works\nare examined as emanations of a universal human condition and as unique expressions\nof culturally-specific worldviews. After exploring various definitions of \u2018art\u2019\nand an overview of the earliest emergence of art and artistic traits in human\nhistory, focus then turns toward the complexities of the ancient mind and\nancient civilizations. Through the art and architecture of each historical\nperiod, students learn the symbolic \u2018language\u2019 through which ancient societies\ntransmitted their most profound ideas. Greater fluency in this ancient symbolic\nlanguage allows students to understand the differences between sacred,\ntraditional theological and profane art and the concepts that define their\noriginal purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 1) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GE171<\/strong> Art History \u2013 Modern<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course introduces students to the art and architecture\nof ancient societies from around the world, spanning pre-history to the fall of\nthe Roman Empire. Using a broad, interdisciplinary approach, various art works\nare examined as emanations of a universal human condition and as unique\nexpressions of culturally-specific worldviews. After exploring various\ndefinitions of \u2018art\u2019 and an overview of the earliest emergence of art and\nartistic traits in human history, focus then turns toward the complexities of\nthe ancient mind and ancient civilizations. Through the art and architecture of\neach historical period, students learn the symbolic \u2018language\u2019 through which\nancient societies transmitted their most profound ideas. Greater fluency in\nthis ancient symbolic language allows students to understand the differences\nbetween sacred, traditional theological and profane art and the concepts that\ndefine their original purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 1) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CRIN110<\/strong> Creativity and Innovation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course examines concepts and techniques widely applicable\nto personal life and business: individual creativity and innovation in\norganizations. It offers alternatives to standard models of decision making and\nformal critical thinking by describing imaginative ways of approaching\nproblems. Students learn techniques of problem identification, idea generation,\nidea selection, and idea implementation. The course teaches problem-solving\npractices and varied strategies that release individual creativity and\nencourage innovation within organizational structures. Emphasis is placed on\nhow creative and innovative solutions can be found to problems that are\ninadequately addressed by Cartesian thinking processes and the debunking of\ncommon myths held about creative individuals and organizations. Students are\ninstructed in a variety of concepts and practical methods that they can apply\nto their studies, work, and personal lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 1) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GEOG210<\/strong> Human Geography<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Human geography examines how people, communities, and\ncultures interact within physical geographic space. It looks at how the spatial\nenvironment affects key categories of human activities. The course includes an\noverview of the location, flow, and uses of the earth’s principle resources,\nboth natural and human. It emphasizes how the physical characteristics of the\nearth’s surface affect political, social, cultural, demographic, and economic\ndynamics throughout the world, and explores the potential effects of ecological\nthreats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 2) Prerequisite(s): One Tier 1\ncourse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ECON211<\/strong> Microeconomics<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course teaches the theory and concepts of\nmicroeconomics within the context of market decisions. It examines the concepts\nof supply and demand; pricing and elasticity; consumer behaviour and its impact\non economic decisions; market structures that form the basis for various levels\nof competition; different types of markets, including labour and factor\nmarkets; and the role of government as it relates to microeconomic policy. It\nsynthesizes theoretical concepts and examples of everyday events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 2) Prerequisite(s): One Tier 1\ncourse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ENGL230<\/strong> Professional Writing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course extends composition and research principles to\nwriting in a career context. Students apply principles of economy and clarity\nto create business documents that are informative and persuasive. While the\ncourse focuses on all business correspondence, the capstone of this course is a\nformal research proposal or investigative report. Studies include electronic\ncommunication and oral reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 1) Prerequisite(s): ENGL101<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ENGL250<\/strong> The Workplace in Fiction<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course explores the workplace through its expression in\nthe imaginative fiction of literature, film, and essays. Students will study\npoems, plays, short stories, films, and essays with themes or storylines that\nemanate from the workplace. Students will read, view, interpret, and analyze\nfiction relating to the workplace in order to understand the connections\nbetween occupation and personal identity and the connections between social and\npersonal significance. Students will note and discuss trends in society that\nare illustrated by business and workplace attitudes and portrayed in creative\nfiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 2) Prerequisite(s): One Tier 1\ncourse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PHIL300<\/strong> Philosophical Thought and Leisure<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course uses philosophy and philosophical thinking and\napplies it to an examination of leisure. Students will learn to adopt a\nphilosophical approach, examining and reflecting upon the role of leisure today\nin what makes the good life. The relationship between philosophy, the good\nlife, and leisure act as a framework for examining key philosophical issues,\nsuch as ethics, education, religion, aesthetics and art, health, politics, and\nconsumerism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 2) Prerequisite(s): One Tier 1\ncourse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SOCI300<\/strong> Sociology and Culture<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course explores some of the major issues affecting\nsociety and culture. It draws upon the discipline of sociology providing\nstudents with analytic tools to critically explore their contemporary social\nand cultural world. The course includes topics such as culture, socialization,\nsocial structure and class, stratification, institutions, urbanization and the\nenvironment as they affect Canadian society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 2) Prerequisite(s): One Tier 1\ncourse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PSYC200<\/strong> Psychology of Everyday Life<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course provides an overview of the field of psychology\nas it pertains to everyday life. Research methods and scientific reasoning form\nthe foundation of the discipline, and the course begins by asking: How is\npsychology a science, and why is this important? The course covers several\ndomains of the discipline: health psychology, consciousness, memory, life span\ndevelopment, motivation and emotion, personality, psychological disorders,\ntherapy, and social psychology. While specific topics will vary from domain to\ndomain, students will explore how each domain relies on the same underlying\nscientific principles and research methods to answer questions about the mind\nand behaviour. Within each domain, certain overlapping themes will also be\nhighlighted. The course is grounded on the premise that within these domains,\npsychology is a route for effecting change and gaining some measure of control\nover our lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 2) Prerequisite(s): One Tier 1\ncourse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

QRSS100 <\/strong>Qualitative Research Methods for Social\nScience<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course explores the qualitative research methods that\nresearchers use to answer empirical questions within the sphere of the social\nsciences, as well as within business and the humanities. It will teach students\nthe basic knowledge and skills required to do qualitative research and to be\nintelligent consumers of others\u2019 qualitative research. Topics include assessing\nexisting research; collecting, analysing, and interpreting qualitative\ninformation; and methods to communicate research. By using a variety of\nresearch tools, students will explore how formulating sound qualitative\nresearch leads to objective and reliable outcomes. Students will also learn to\nidentify ethical, ideological, empirical, and theoretical aspects of research,\nand recognize effective research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 3) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SESE400<\/strong> Social Enterprise and Social\nEntrepreneurship<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course draws attention to the importance of generating\nsocial and environmental value by harnessing market forces and deploying\nentrepreneurial energies. It examines innovative responses social entrepreneurs\nhave utilized to address critical social needs – such as hunger, poverty, inner\ncity education, and global warming – that have encouraged social change. It\nfocuses on high-impact ventures which offer unique models for social\nproblem-solving and bold solutions to complex and entrenched societal issues.\nCase studies complemented by articles demonstrate different approaches to\nsocial entrepreneurship. The strengths and weaknesses of various models and\nstrategies that have successfully developed revenue- generating products or\nservices through socially responsible for-profit companies will be examined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 1) Prerequisite(s): None<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

HUMN422<\/strong> Topics in Technology and Society<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HUMN440<\/strong> Smart and Sustainable Cities<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course draws attention to the importance of generating\nsocial and environmental value by harnessing market forces and deploying\nentrepreneurial energies. It examines innovative responses social entrepreneurs\nhave utilized to address critical social needs – such as hunger, poverty, inner\ncity education, and global warming – that have encouraged social change. It\nfocuses on high-impact ventures which offer unique models for social\nproblem-solving and bold solutions to complex and entrenched societal issues.\nCase studies complemented by articles demonstrate different approaches to\nsocial entrepreneurship. The strengths and weaknesses of various models and\nstrategies that have successfully developed revenue- generating products or\nservices through socially responsible for-profit companies will be examined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 3) Prerequisite(s): Two Tier 2\ncourses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GES450<\/strong> Design & Society<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Design thinking is a creative problem solving method used in\na wide variety of disciplines. This course gives students a broad conceptual\nunderstanding of the theories and philosophies that form the foundation of the\ndesign thinking process, building towards a practical application of the\nmethods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 3) Prerequisite(s): Two Tier 2\ncourses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

HUMN430<\/strong> Topics in Power and Society<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this interdisciplinary, integrative course, power, its\nmeaning and its exercise between human beings and groups is investigated\nthrough readings, reflection, assignments, class discussion, and a formal\nresearch essay. The course describes a variety of taxonomies by which power can\ndefined and understood. Students look to the socially-based sources of power as\nwell as the reasons individuals and groups acquiesce to power. Power is shown\nas a defining characteristic in all human activities by drawing on a wide array\nof social science and humanities scholarly material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 3) Prerequisite(s): Two Tier 2\ncourses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ENGL150<\/strong> Professional Communication<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This course extends composition and research principles to\nwriting in a career context. Students apply principles of economy and clarity\nto create business documents that are informative and persuasive. While the\ncourse focuses on business messaging, it also includes formal research report\nwriting, as well as the planning and delivery of oral presentations.\nPre\u2010requisite(s): ENGL101<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3 credits)(online)(Tier 3) Prerequisite(s): ENGL101<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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