A solid understanding of basic business finance is an essential part of business administration, regardless of major. To achieve this, students are introduced to corporate finance and its relationship to the performance of a company. Building on time value of money (TVM) concepts and calculations from FIN2303, students calculate the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) with bond and equity financing, followed by an introduction to capital budgeting using a calculator. Students apply computation and analysis skills to solve business finance problems.

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Managing projects is an essential component in today's business environment, and mastering the concepts, tools and techniques can help manage projects more efficiently. Students focus on the fundamental principles of project management: such as how to initiate, plan and execute a project that meets objectives and satisfies stakeholders' expectations. Through assignments and team-work, students learn concepts like assessing risk, using budgets, controlling resources and project termination.

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Students apply the theory of sound marketing research to understand its importance in the managerial decision-making process in today's competitive marketplace. They apply current techniques to collect, record and analyze data relating to relevant business marketing challenges. Students work individually and in teams to develop and execute a research study for a product, service or an industry client. This study involves a hands-on approach to specific delineation of problems, design of a research proposal along with collection of secondary and primary data. Various research techniques are used to develop and interpret the research results. Students present their study's findings and the results for management action.

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Students develop the selling skills they require during a business career. Major topics studied include the importance of the selling function to all types of organizations, ethical issues in selling and steps in the selling process. Students become familiar with the Canadian Competition Act, and the laws protecting consumers. Students also learn how to develop enduring customer relationships and the important role of customer service in relationship building. Focus is on the student preparing and delivering a sales presentation and written proposal.

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Students are introduced to the normal probability distribution and its application. They use sampling distribution techniques to become familiar with quantitative tools for management, such as interval estimation and hypothesis testing for one and two populations. Students also learn to use forecasting tools, such as simple regression and correlation analysis, to form the basis of predicting future values.

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Students become familiar with and understand the importance of culture and how it can positively influence the conduct of international business. Students take an in-depth look at the concept of culture, what generalizations hold true for all cultures and the implications of those generalizations for international business. The focus is on cross-cultural communication and customer relations, presentations and other skills.

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The ability to function skillfully in a spreadsheet is critical in any business profession. Students engage in both theoretical and applied activities to gain a practical understanding of some of the advanced features in Microsoft Excel, such as financial and logical functions, look-up and pivot tables, charts and decision-making analysis. Students develop spreadsheets for their intended audience and purpose.

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The scheduling and planning of resources and materials is at the heart of an overall MRPII or ERP system. This knowledge is required for one to work effectively in today's manufacturing environment. Students review two main focuses on the process of developing and using a production plan, a master production schedule, and the planning processes used in today's manufacturing environment. Through lectures, readings and hands-on learning students examine demand management, Sales and Operations (SOP) planning and master production schedule. Moreover, students will use demand metrics to create aggregate plans, master production schedules and Materials Resource Plans (MRP) for components.

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The nature of human dynamics in the workplace is explored from the perspective of the business professional. Students explore individual behaviour and emotion at work, communication, creativity, conflict management and team dynamics.

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There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

All organizations have waste throughout their organization. Lean methodologies show you how recognize this waste, whereas Six Sigma is a process quality-control and improvement methodology that offers businesses a competitive advantage by improving processes, product and service quality. Students use tools such as 5S and Value Stream Mapping to document waste. Moreover, students gain an understanding of Six Sigma DMAIC methodology, design and implementation. Through lectures, assignments, simulations and group activities, students examine the successful implementation and sustainability for an organization.

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Students integrate and apply business principles and functions through the development of a business plan. With the practical application of working in teams, students develop tangible skills for the workplace.

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Leadership is explored through theory, application, and skills development. Students develop skills that assist in their team and leadership roles. In particular, students develop communication, conflict management, change management, and crisis leadership skills. Further, students gain an appreciation that leaders also need to practice leadership through employee centered and measurable outcomes lenses.

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Design Thinking uses a designer mindset to produce business innovations in products and services, with a focus on deep understanding of and empathy with the people who use them. Following a holistic innovation process for an area of interest or organization, students build an initial business case and apply design thinking and creative problem-solving strategies to make innovation a sustainable practice.

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There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Ontario continues to generate more and more waste; historically, three quarters of this waste has been discarded. In this course, learners are introduced to the tremendous environmental and economic opportunities that exist to embrace resource conservation ideology and a circular economy - a system in which products are never discarded, but reused, recycled and reintroduced into new products. With interactive activities, videos, and gaming; learners identify concepts and technologies to make informed decisions regarding waste management. Learners reflect on material learned, connect it to their own personalized industry or interest, and locate innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities.

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Students explore how individuals acquire knowledge and skills and how environments influence the learning process. Through examination of different theories from both historical and current perspectives, students develop an understanding of how learning is influenced by developmental, psychological and social elements. Students use real life experiences to identify how these theories can be used to support learning and development within continuously changing environments.

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All forms of art have a powerful influence on our perceptions. Students describe and explore through case studies a range of disabilities and their unique features. Using arts, enquiry and discussion, students critique historical and modern-day portrayals of individuals with disabilities. Students consider the attitudes and social barriers that individuals with disabilities face, and focus on the link between the formation of cultural identity and the arts.

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This course will allow students to explore social media and its effects on free speech and public discourse in contemporary society. It will cover the philosophical foundations of free speech, the legal and institutional expressions of free speech in modern democracies, the characteristics of social media infrastructure, how our society's free speech is being influenced if not transformed by this infrastructure, and perspectives on the need, or not, for regulatory fixes advanced from different viewpoints.

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The effects of transatlantic slavery, which began in the 15th century and was not abolished until the 19th, are still present in contemporary social, political and economic systems. In this course, students are provided with a chronological understanding of the transatlantic slave trade that charts: 1) its creation and its economic underpinnings in European and American power and wealth; 2) the resistance to slavery and its eventual abolition; and 3) the afterlife of slavery in the present day. Through class discussion, examination of academic and non-academic literature, and analysis of images and videos, students will be introduced to the history and continuing legacy of the transatlantic slave trade.

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Understanding fungi is critical for a more complete picture of both natural history, as well as historical and current human affairs. Students learn the major groups of fungi most of which are beneficial to humans. Students learn the influence of fungi on historical and cultural activities including art and food. Students also examine the direct involvement of fungi on industrial processes and current medical and biotechnological processes. Students explore the role of fungi as it relates to soil fertility and best practices in agriculture and environmental sustainability. Students will connect fungi to the world around them.

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Though death is an immutable consequence of life, society's attitudes and reactions to it have been ever-changing. The viewpoint that life is sacrosanct, to be protected at all costs, is now being challenged by individuals demanding greater control of their quality of life, including the right to die. An historical overview of attitudes towards death will be examined, with a focus on the growing acceptability of medical assistance in dying (MAID), and the reasons behind this movement (demographics, economics, medicine). This course, through discussion of differing social perspectives, government legislation, case studies, research, images and videos will provide students a greater understanding of society's past and present approaches to death.

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Understanding the natural environment and the geological features and landscapes that shape our world is vital for students to have a greater understanding and respect for others by being more globally and culturally aware. The transformation of Earth as we know it has been a 4.5 billion year marvel in the making. The ever-changing continents, oceans, seas, and geographic landforms continue to reshape our world. Through the exploration of the unique landscapes of Earth and the examination of the geographic distribution of populations, countries, and regions of the world, students will use virtual field trips, case studies, and web quests to enhance their sense of global community.

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There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Psychology is an academic discipline that is concerned with all aspects of human existence, focusing in particular upon human thought, emotion and action. Psychology combines the scientific study of human behaviour and mental processes with the development of therapeutic and practical approaches to human problems and concerns. Psychology is, in addition, a major contributor to the ongoing development of our understanding of human nature more generally. After a brief historical overview, this subject examines psychology as a science. Psychological research and theory making facilitates our understanding of ourselves as individuals and as members of social groups by describing, explaining and predicting how we develop and relate in society, how we create ourselves and our world; applied psychology makes its contribution through efforts to enhance individual development and adaptation within society. Students benefit by gaining an introductory knowledge of psychology that can be applied to their daily lives.

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In this course, students will learn about some popular topics in psychology including learning, memory, sleep and consciousness, psychological disorders, and social psychology. Through hands-on experiments, case studies, multimedia and demonstrations, students will gain an appreciation for psychology as a social science.

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DNA is the recipe book for all living things. This small molecule can tell us about our past, present, and future. It is what makes us all unique and what ties us together. DNA can answer some of life's biggest questions: Where do we come from? How are we made? Can we cure disease? Can we predict the future or change the outcome? In this course, we will examine the spectacular DNA molecule and how it works. Through contemporary articles, research, images, and videos, we will investigate ways in which DNA can be used to predict traits, detect disease, discover ancestry and engineer babies. We will look at DNA's involvement in our evolution, and how we can harness its powers to create superfoods, change a wolf into a pug or clone extinct species. Through a combination of discussion boards, quizzes and assignments, students will discuss DNA history, technology and social attitudes, providing them with a greater understanding of their genetic make-up, both on a personal and global level.

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Students learn the definition of racism and discrimination, and will be able to identify the various sources of discrimination and racism resulting from cultural values and physical differences between individuals. By identifying racism and discrimination issues in North American society, students learn how to analyze the sociological factors that cause bias and prejudice to surface in our society. The main objective of this course is to enhance sensitivity to and intolerance of mistreatment based on racial or ethnic background and appearance, and to consider how to handle these issues as professional individuals in a pluralistic Canadian society. Students communicate with one another through electronic discussion and learn to appreciate through various readings and assignments the many facets of racism and discrimination. This course will be of interest to workers in health services, education, human resources and business, and those who want to enhance their knowledge and sensitivity to issues of racism and discrimination particularly when communicating with people from other cultures or with physical appearances that differ from their own.

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There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.