This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for 2001-2002 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the Calendar for updated information.

Effective date of this calendar, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2001 to Aug. 31, 2002.

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Business

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BUSI 1110 cr-3
Fundamentals of Business in Canada

The course is an introduction to basic business concepts and skills in a Canadian context. As such, it provides students with an overview of the major functional areas of business; including human resources, industrial relations, marketing, production/operations, and general management. Students will gain experience in identifying concepts and analysing problems in real life business context.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 1204 cr-2
Supervisory Skills for Horticulture Technicians & Florists

Students will study basic supervisory skills for small work-groups (up to 20 co-workers) in horticultural businesses. They will learn interpersonal communication techniques to help resolve work-group issues and problems. Students will also learn motivation concepts, principles of working in culturally diverse work environments and how to conduct effective group meetings.

BUSI 1205 cr-3
Supervisory Skills

This course is designed for students in programs other than business. Business 1205 introduces students to the basic supervisory concepts and functions. It focuses on first line supervision and covers areas such as contemporary approaches to supervision, participative leadership and teams, total quality management (TWM), and the functions of management as applied at the supervisory level. This course will be of interest to working supervisors as well as students in various programs who are preparing themselves for a future supervisory position.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 1209 cr-3
Business Management in Horticulture

Students in Horticulture will lean the basic concepts of business management needed to be successful in the industry, including: budgeting, cash flow management, working with financial statements, basic banking procedures and dealing with financial institutions. The students also lean basic record keeping and inventory management. Key government regulation affecting horticulture businesses and management of risk in British Columbia will also be covered.

Prerequisites: (Math 11 or Applications of Math 11 with a C) or HRTA 0096 and (English 12 or Technical and Professional Communications 12 with a C)

BUSI 1210 cr-3
Essentials of Management

This course introduces students to the principles of management. The course reviews the major managerial functions such as planning, organizing, leading, and controlling and examines the role of the manager as a decision maker responsible for attainment of the strategic goals and objectives of the organization. Students will learn current concepts, theories, techniques, and models including total quality management (TQM), the contingency approach, and ethical practices. They will have the opportunity to improve their analytical and practical skills through case analysis and presentation.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 1215 cr-3
Organizational Behaviour I

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of organizational behaviour and deals in depth with the following areas: individual motivation, leadership, interpersonal relations, groups, and organizational structure. Course emphasis is placed on students developing and understanding of organizational behaviour concepts and models and their relevance in the work place. The concepts of total quality management (TQM) and the contingency approach, and ethical practices are integrated into the course.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 1250 cr-3
Human Resources
Management I

Students will learn basic human resources management. They will study and practice techniques and procedures such as recruiting, selection, employee discipline and performance appraisal.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2315 cr-3
Human Relations in Organizations

The course emphasizes concepts and applications of human behaviour in organizations. It covers in depth the phenomena of communications, leadership, decision-making, conflict, and change at the individual, group, and organizational levels. It provides an opportunity to develop interpersonal skills which contribute to effective functioning in organizational levels. Activities include assessment of students' human relations strengths and weaknesses. The hands-on method of student learning will be used, focusing on the contingency approach, style flexing and other exercises to improve human relations skills, Ethical practices are integrated into the course.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215.)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2340 cr-3
Personal Management Skills for Success in Business

In this course students learn to develop effective interpersonal, leadership and personal organization skills. Topics include time management, personal goal management, values, attitudes, motivation, confidence development, group dynamics, corporate politics, stress management, leadership, conflict management and business negotiations.

BUSI 2350 cr-3
Human Resources Management II

This course offers an opportunity to analyse the application of human resources techniques and practices. The processes of human resources management are analysed including factors and influences affecting policies and organizational effectiveness. Current practices and research, and future trends in human resources management are appraised.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2360 cr-3
Union Management Relations

This is a survey of the Canadian labour scene: the historical evolution of Canadian Unionism; the impact of trade unions on industry and commerce; union objectives; employer organizations and labour unions as institutions; existing labour legislation and trends; labour-management relations; mediation and arbitration. The course is largely directed to current events, particularly in B.C.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2390 cr-3
Business Law

A review of the meaning, sources, and administration of commercial law, plus a more detailed examination of the law of contract with particular reference to business situations.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2405 cr-3
Production/Operations Management

This course introduces students to the major concepts and issues of Production/Operations Management. Actual organizations with a variety of production and quality control processes, problems, and opportunities are analysed. Techniques and strategies for improving production/operations are studied. Managing any organized activity involves production/operations principles; therefore, the study of Production/Operations Management is valuable to any business manager. There will be an emphasis on the analysis of the production process and the application of total quality management (TQM) in actual organizations.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2415 cr-3
Management Control

The main objective of the course is the acquisition of essential managerial skills for achieving overall organizational control. Major areas discussed are management control structures, management planning, and control processes.

Prerequisites: (BUSI 1210 or BUSI 1215) and second year standing

BUSI 2425 cr-3
Enterprise Development and Business Planning

Students will identify and appraise various business situations involving decision making based on producing a business and operating plan designed to guide them in the management of available resources. Students using computer software will manage their own specific company in a simulated real world competitive environment.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2435 cr-3
Development of Business Plans

This offering is designed for both mature business students and business practitioners having an interest in small and medium enterprise development. Participants should enter the course with advance knowledge and/or experience in Canadian business fundamentals, marketing concepts, and accounting principles. Topics range from strategic planning to survival and growth techniques, while the main focus is on the step-by-step approach to developing an effective business plan. A combination of lectures, readings, and case discussions are used in tandem with the week-by-week formulation of individual plans.

Prerequisites: BUSI 1110 (ACCT 1160 or ACCT 1110) and (MRKT 1130 or MRKT 1120) or equivalent courses/experience.

BUSI 2450 cr-3
Business Simulation

Students will analyse business situations involving decision-making in various management aspects such as employee motivation, employee resistance to change, human resources, leadership, managerial controls and conflict, marketing or finance. The course is developed around a computerized business simulation and allows students to use knowledge accumulated in many business courses. The course focuses on building skills in four main areas: decision-making, report writing, individual and group presentations, and group discussions.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2455 cr-3
International Trade

This course is designed to provide students with a good grasp of the various aspects of international trade from a Canadian perspective. The emphasis is to learn the principles and practice of export/import marketing. Among the topics covered are the Canadian trade position and the institutional frameworks and procedures within which international trade functions; elements and analysis of international information, alternative exporting and importing methods; effective advertising and promotion overseas; packaging, shipping, documentation, and marine insurance; export pricing; quotations, and credit appraisal; financing and management of foreign exchange risk; government rules, policies, and assistance programs affecting international trade, and discussion of contemporary international trade issues.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Corequisites: MRKT 2455
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2460 cr-3
Collective Bargaining

This is an examination of conflict resolution among management, workers, and government in the pluralistic environment of the firm. Contract formulation and collective bargaining are analysed in the light of various theories of industrial and human relations. The course is developed around a Contract Negotiations Simulation.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2465 cr-3
Business Negotiations

The course examines negotiation processes and techniques used to achieve multiple business objectives. Students apply negotiation techniques in various circumstances. It is formulated around a spectrum of role-plays and simulations, based on actual cases, that students use to practice negotiation techniques and acquire fundamental negotiating skills.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

BUSI 2490 cr-3
International Business

Students will learn in this course to develop and operate a business in a competitive international environment. They will learn about the specific skills Canadian managers require in order to deal with international challenges with subordinates of mulicultural backgrounds.

Prerequisites: Second year standing including (BUSI 1210 and/or BUSI 1215)
Transferable (refer to transfer guide)