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BUAD 123 - Management Principles 1 A study of the universal functions of management: planning, organizing, leading and controlling. This course emphasizes strategic business planning and decision making; organizing resources and work scheduling; leading and motivating individuals and groups to achieve objectives; and controlling worker output and productivity so that goals are achieved effectively and efficiently. PMAC credit BUAD 128 - Computer Applications I 2 This course includes the use of computers in the business environment, including word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheets. Computer concepts including hardware, software and data communications are covered at the intermediate level. Students will be expected to use their computer skills in other business courses. CA, CMA, CIB, PMAC credit. Credit may be received by passing a challenge exam. BUAD 176 - Professional Selling 1 This course teaches students the sales process as it applies to the selling of both goods and services. Through role playing and lectures, students acquire basic selling skills and an appreciation for the analytical, interpersonal, and professional skills needed to ensure successful client/seller relationships. Credit may be received by passing a challenge exam. BUAD 195 - Financial Management (formerly BUAD 295) The fundamentals of financial management using financial information to make sound business decisions. Topics include interpretation and analysis of financial statements, budgeting and cash flow forecasting, financial and operating leverage, and the management of cash, receivables and inventory. CA, CMA, CGA, PMAC credit with BUAD 296. Prerequisite: BUAD 111 or BUAD 131. BUAD 201 - Conflict Resolution & Negotiation 1 This course focuses on interpersonal communication theory and skills required to interact effectively with others, plan and conduct interviews and meetings, develop relationships with diverse clients and colleagues, resolve conflict, manage and respond to anger, and negotiate effectively in the work environment. Students will learn to approach the client relationship and the resolution of conflicts cooperatively and collaboratively.
BUAD 206 - The Business of Tourism 1 (Formerly Hosp 210) This course is an introduction to the tourism industry. It provides students with an understanding of the complex nature of tourism including economic, environmental and social impacts. Topics include: components of the tourism industry; linkages between tourism and hospitality; the size, scope and infrastructure of the tourism industry; trends and issues in the industry; travel motivators; career opportunities and the role of management. Students with credit for HOSP 210 cannot take BUAD 206 for further credit. BUAD 208 - Canadian Income Tax I 1 (Formerly BUAD 280) This course is an introduction to Canadian income taxation. Topics include liability for tax, the calculation of Net Income for Tax Purposes for both individual and corporate taxpayers, and the calculation of taxes for individual taxpayers. Students with credit for BUAD 280 cannot take BUAD 208 for further credit. Prerequisite: BUAD 111 or BUAD 131. BUAD 209 - Business Law 1 An overview of the law as it relates to business, including an examination of the fundamentals of tort law, contract law and special types of contracts commonly encountered by small business. A basic understanding of the law of torts and contracts, will assist students to recognize and resolve simple legal problems of small businesses. CA, CGA, CMA, PMAC credit. Students with credit for BUAD119 cannot take BUAD 209 for further credit. BUAD 210 - Introduction to Market Research 1 This course introduces research theory and methodology as they relate to effective decision-making in business. Emphasis is on research design in exploratory and qualitative research. Topics include secondary research and primary and qualitative research concentrating on interviewing, focus groups and observational research. Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary for research proposal writing, research design and report presentation. BUAD 245 Compensation and Benefits 1 (formerly BUAD 270) This course provides an in-depth study of compensation and benefits. Legislation, union and non-union environments, direct and indirect compensation systems, and current topics are included. Students who have received credit for BUAD 270 cannot take BUAD 245 for further credit. Prerequisite: BUAD 269.
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