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International Business Management (Bachelor of Business Administration) (Co-op)

Credential:: Bachelor of Business Administration
College Code:: CONS
School:: Business and Hospitality
Program Code:: 1172C

Accelerated Delivery:: No
Campus:: DO
Academic Year:: 2013 / 2014

Program Status
Start Date	Campus	Status
SEP, 2013	Doon	Open

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About the Program

Whether your dream is to work in thriving cities like London, Beijing or New York, or to work for a local company that deals in worldwide trade, the dynamic International Business Management degree at Conestoga, will put you on the right track. This four-year, co-op Bachelor of Business Administration program is designed to prepare students to manage international business practices related to Human Resources and Operations. The goal is to provide graduates with the ability to bring people, process and technology together to achieve improved performance in domestic or international enterprises.

Program highlights include 3 paid co-op terms, 3 major consulting projects and student exchange opportunities with several universities around the world.

This international degree program meets a variety of accreditation requirements:

- Canadian Institute of Management (CIM) - upon completion of 2 years managerial work experience, graduates will have met all requirements.

- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - students can write a qualification exam after completing the Project Management course at the end of Year 2.

- Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) - students can write a certification exam, in one of five areas, after completing the first term in year 3.

- Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) - the program covers 7 out of the 9 courses required (the remaining 2 courses can be completed in class or online). Upon completion of all 9 courses, students can write the National Knowledge Exam to become a CHRP Candidate. At least 3 years of work experience is required to become a CHRP.

Graduates of this program have already been accepted into the MBA program at McMaster University, the MBET program at the University of Waterloo and the One-Year BEd program at Lakehead University.

Bachelor Degrees in Applied Areas of Study

Conestoga's Bachelor degrees:
- are current and offer a balance of applied study and theory.
- offer integrated content across disciplines including business, liberal arts and sciences.
- are taught by highly credentialed faculty.
- are personal learning experiences with smaller class sizes.
- result in a graduate with thorough knowledge and co-op work experience.
- provide opportunity for further studies in a number of articulation agreements with universities world-wide
- are government approved and meet all Ministry standards.

Program Facts

Length: Four-year Academic Co-operative Bachelor Degree program
Delivery Sequence: Doon (Kitchener) - September/2013 (Open) - Fall | Winter | Fall | Winter | Spring/Summer | Fall | Winter | Spring/Summer | Fall | Winter | Spring/Summer
Location: Doon (Kitchener)
Start: September
First-Year Capacity: 50
Tuition: Please refer to the previous academic year program fee chart for an approximation as fees for the next academic year are unavailable at this time.
*Fees are higher for international students on a Student Visa.
*Recreation/Athletics, Graduation/Alumni, Insurance, as well as program-related costs such as books and supplies are additional.

Program Outcomes

Develop operating programs, policies and practices which are aligned with overall organizational goals and objectives in both domestic and international settings.
Critically assess a business situation to identify both domestic and international opportunities and constraints.
Demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge and skills involved with managing global business functions by applying the skills and knowledge within a variety of management disciplines.
Design, implement and monitor initiatives geared towards improving the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of employees, processes, functions or businesses.
Develop cross functional business processes which address stakeholder needs and which utilize financial, human and capital resources to improve productivity, innovation, quality and customer satisfaction in a socially and ethically responsible manner.
Foster a positive employee relations climate through the situationally appropriate and effective design and implementation of human resource programs and policies that recognize and value a diverse workforce.
Identify opportunities for risk avoidance programs and apply risk management techniques to specific business situations.
Develop situation-specific metrics to track the performance of employees, processes, functions or businesses.
Manage employee and organizational information and administration systems through the effective use of information technology which is culturally, legally and ethically appropriate.
Develop operating policies and procedures which are legally compliant and ethically and culturally appropriate.
Communicate effectively in either domestic or international settings.
Apply the concepts of human relations, organizational behaviour and leadership to the development and enhancement of multidisciplinary teams in culturally appropriate ways.
Apply the principles and skills of business management and leadership in either domestic or international situations.
Adhere to professional codes and standards.
Develop plans for lifelong learning and professional development.
Apply the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours gained through the program in both coop work terms and the integrated project work.
Demonstrate an understanding of essential employability skills including: group dynamics, critical and creative thinking skills, communication and ethical reasoning skills, and an ability to apply these skills in a variety of contexts.
Evaluate one's own performance citing areas of strength and areas for improvement.

Co-op Information

To ensure successful completion of the program, it may be necessary to relocate or commute during co-op work terms
To be eligible to participate in any co-op work term, students must maintain the required academic standards for their program (see Co-op program page on college website for details)
The college cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Co-op Office
Co-op & Career Services maintains comprehensive Co-op Policies & Procedures to which all co-op students must adhere (see Co-op program page on college website for details)

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older.
A minimum of six (6) Grade 12 courses at a minimum 65% average, including two (2) required U level courses and one (1) required U or M level course from a specified group of courses and three (3) additional U or M level courses.
The following Grade 12 U courses are required: Grade 12 English (ENG4U) and Grade 12 Mathematics (Geometry and Discrete Mathematics (MGA4U) or Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus (MCB4U) or Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) or Advanced Functions (MHF4U) or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U)), AND At least one Grade 12 U or M course from ONE of the following disciplines: Canadian and World Studies, Classical Studies and International Languages, French as a Second Language, Social Sciences and Humanities, or Business Studies.

Note re: Admission Requirements

Students with MDM4U as the only U level grade 12 math must have a minimum grade of 70%. Upon acceptance, these students will be required to complete additional online assignments prior to starting degree studies
The following courses are recommended but are not mandatory:
- Introduction to International Business (BBB4M)
- Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources (BOH4M)
Applicants with previous post-secondary education will be assessed on an individual basis in accordance with College and PEQAB guidelines/policies for advanced standing.
Applicants possessing degrees/diplomas from institutions where the language of instruction was not English will be required to provide test scores as evidence of their English language proficiency. Test scores, if required, would be a minimum of TOEFL 580 with a TWE of 4.5 or iBT 88; IELTS 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0, CAEL 70 with no sub-test band scores less than 60, CAAT D at 65%; or equivalent scores in other recognized standard tests of English.
We offer a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but all other admission criteria have been met. An applicant will be eligible for admission to the post-graduate program after completion of level 4 of the General Arts and Science - English Language Studies (ELS) program with an overall grade average of 80% and no grade less than 75%. Placement in the ELS program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS.

Admission Procedures

Academic strength is calculated by averaging all submitted Grade 12 marks (or equivalent) of the required subjects and three additional OAC, U, or M courses. If more than three additional courses are submitted, the courses with the highest mark will be used.
A supplementary information sheet and interview may be required by applicants.

Program Requirements

Students are required to successfully complete one language elective in order to graduate

For program information call the Information Centre for details at 519-748-5220 ext. 3656.

Conestoga College has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a seven-year term starting October 26, 2005. An application for renewal of the consent has been submitted and the current consent remains in effect until a decision on the renewal application is made. The college shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.

Course Information
Course #	Courses
Level One
BUS71190	Introduction to Business with International Applications Description: This course will provide a starting point to understanding the functions of business and the similarities and differences between Canadian business and business operations in other countries. Economic systems and forms of business organization will be evaluated. The major functions of business (management, human resources, production, marketing and finance) will be examined in the Canadian environment and compared to the international environment. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
BUS71200	Organizational Behaviour with International Applications Description: This degree level course is a study of group behaviour and how the effective use of best practices must be adapted for use in an international setting. Topics include motivation; group dynamics; roles, norms and status; decision-making; power and control; conflict; and leadership. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECON71050	Introduction to Microeconomics Description: This Degree Level course introduces students to basic microeconomic terminology, concepts, methodology and theories, and provides an understanding of firm behaviour under various market structures in an international setting, and their application to current global microeconomic issues. Topics of study include: supply and demand, elasticity concepts and their application; consumer theory; production, costs, and the determination of equilibrium price and output under different market models- perfect competition, monopolistic competition, monopoly and oligopoly; government export taxes/subsidies and regulation of the market, and international trade. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ENGL71640	International Communications Description: International Communications focuses on communications in an international business environment. Students will use the topic of international communications as source material for practicing and improving writing skills and reading comprehension. Students will acquire research and presentations skills as they analyze and synthesize texts. Students will also perform oral presentations and examine the multi-cultural context of writing Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
MATH71775	Business Math Description: The purpose of this degree-level course is to provide the student with a full spectrum of problem solving tools within the Mathematics of Finance. Topics include: Mathematics of merchandising, Cost-Volume-Profit analysis, simple interest, compound interest, annuities and their many applications including amortization, mortgages, bonds and perpetuities and business investment decisions. The course also provides an introduction to Probability Theory. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
Electives: Interdisciplinary	Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours
Level Two
ACCT71210	Introductory Accounting Description: The understanding of basic accounting is critical for managers in any environment. This introductory course provides an overview of the fundamental concepts for financial accounting. Students will be able to explain financial accounting terminology, classify the components of financial statements and prepare financial statements. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
COMP72370	Information Management Description: This course is an overview of the nature of information and its use in business. Topics will include: computer hardware and software architecture, telecommunications and the Internet, database management, decision support systems, ecommerce, systems acquisition process, and security, global and ethical issues. The concepts are reinforced with practical exercises to develop the students’ competency using end user application software including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation graphics, Internet browser and email. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECON71030	Introduction to Macroeconomics with International Applications Description: This course is a study of the Canadian economy as a whole. It introduces students to principles that are essential to an understanding of contemporary macroeconomic issues facing Canadian society. It examines the structure and performance of the Canadian economy utilizing economic models and aggregate economic indicators such as gross domestic product, employment, unemployment, income and productivity growth, inflation, interest rates, and the impact of domestic and international influences and of government fiscal and monetary policies. Equivalent: OLRN1600 Introduction to Macroeconomics (Internet). Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ENGL73090	Applied Communications Description: This course focuses on applied business communications for domestic and international audiences. Building on the skills developed in COMM1640, students will study essential business communication practices for managers and apply the relevant principles to planning, drafting, and writing reports, presentations, and instructions/procedure messages. Through individual and collaborative projects, students will improve their research and professional oral presentation skills. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: COMM1640 or ENGL71640 CoRequisites:
MKT71090	Marketing Description: This degree level course introduces the basic theories and concepts in marketing as well as an understanding of how these concepts are applied in the management of a company. The application of the marketing concept is illustrated. Other topics include examination of environmental factors, ethics and social responsibility, theories of buying behavior, primary and secondary research, industrial and consumer markets, targeting and positioning. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
OPER71260	Operations Management I Description: The Manufacturing Concepts course is focused on the manufacturing/operations activities of organizations which create the products used in the global economy. This course will examine the major elements of the design and management of a manufacturing operation. Particular emphasis is placed on strategies and the effective utilization of resources to add value to the supply chains in which they operate, thereby improving their competitive position in the global economy. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: MATH1775 or MATH71775 CoRequisites:
Level Three
CDEV71050	Co-op and Career Preparation Description: This mandatory course prepares degree level students for job searching for their co-op work terms and for post-graduate careers. Students will learn to critically evaluate their skills, attitudes, and expectations and evaluate and interpret available opportunities in the workplace. Self-marketing techniques using resumes, cover letters, networking and interviewing will be learned and students will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace with regards to social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues. Hours: 16 Credits: 1 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
COMP72105	Database Management Description: This course will introduce the student in the use of relational database management systems to manage operations for international organizations. Students will also be introduced the concept of data analysis and decision support with an emphasis in the basics of data warehouses. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: COMP1370 or COMP2370 or COMP72370 CoRequisites:
MGMT72095	Project Management with International Applications Description: Management of large scale projects is both a science and an art. This course will focus on Project Management as an essential component of managing both international and domestic operations and an evolving professional discipline. All projects are typically complex, are comprised of many components and tasks, and involve a cross-section of different functional teams. The essential knowledge areas which are vital to effective project management (integration, scope, cost, time, quality, human resources, communication, risk and procurement) will be explored in detail. As well, the key processes involved with successful project management (initiation, planning, controlling, executing and closing) will be reviewed. Students will have an opportunity to apply these skills and knowledge to a variety of real world situations and to utilize information technology to identify opportunities for improvement. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
MKT72200	International Marketing Description: This is a degree level course in International Marketing designed to expose students to challenges and opportunities that exist in a global environment. Students will examine all aspects of managing the marketing function in an international setting. Students will gain an understanding of key concepts and theories through readings and lectures. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through in-class discussions and analysis of case studies. Students will apply their knowledge in presentations, by developing an international marketing plan, and by competing in an online international marketing simulation. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: MKT1090 or MKT71090 CoRequisites:
OPER72100	Global Supply Chain Management Description: The goal of this course is to familiarize students with the discipline of supply chain management (SCM), which enables firms to better coordinate inbound and outbound information and material flow domestically and internationally. Students will examine ways in which supply chain management impacts customer service activities relevant to logistics, operations and marketing processes. Topics also include the relationship between profitability, supplier management, customer service, quality, and productivity; management of incoming supplies and services; managing service capacity and wait times; and finally discussions of internal and external customer service. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: OPER1260 or OPER71260 CoRequisites:
STAT72785	Applied Statistics Description: During this degree-level course students will explore basic statistical methods and their application to data analysis using Microsoft Excel and other available tools. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, Probability Theory, the Binomial, Hypergeometric and Normal distributions, simple sampling distributions, and linear correlation and regression. This course is a pre-requisite to Applied Research methods, which includes more advanced statistical methods. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: MATH1775 or MATH71775 CoRequisites:
Electives: Program Option - Language	Student must pass 1 Course(s)
CHIN71000	Introduction to Chinese Language and Culture Description: This course teaches students Mandarin Chinese and introduces certain aspects of Chinese culture as related to their language studies. The course is designed for students to develop basic skills of reading, listening, speaking, and writing using audio-visual facilities for comprehension, character-recognition, and conversation. Students are required to master the Pinyin Romanization system to prepare for further study in the Chinese language. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
FREN71020	Introduction to French Language and Culture Description: This course teaches students standard French along with some Canadian French and introduces certain aspects of French culture related to their language studies. The course is designed for students to develop basic skillls in listening, speaking, reading and writing using audio-visual material for comprehension and conversation while focusing on the following elements: vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, reading authentic texts, sentence-level writing, and cultural aspects of the French language and people. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
SPAN71010	Introduction to the Spanish Language and Culture Description: This course teaches students Spanish and introduces the cultural variety in the Spanish speaking world as it relates to language studies. Students will develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills while focusing on the following areas: vocabulary, syntax, pronunciation, reading authentic texts, sentence-level writing, and cultural aspects of the Spanish language. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
Level Four
ACCT72500	Managerial Accounting Description: This degree-level course provides students with an understanding of the types and behaviours of costs used by managers in the planning, decision-making and budgeting processes. Students will categorize the components of a costing system and calculate product cost under different methods. Management accounting topics will allow the student to understand cost behaviour and its use in decision making, evaluate capital investments and prepare operating budgets. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: ACCT1210 or ACCT71210 CoRequisites:
LAW72200	Canadian and International Business Law Description: This course is an introduction to the various international legal systems which can affect Canadian business. Students will compare and contrast the Canadian legal system to those of major trading partners and will assess the manner in which these differences or similarities can govern commercial relationships. Students will assess how the Canadian system functions in the context of the legal systems governing other nations and governing international commerce. To this end, the course will examine both the substantial and procedural aspects of the Canadian and international laws governing contracts, conflict of laws and international and domestic dispute resolution. The student will have an appreciation of the domestic and international law context and the knowledge to participate in discussions with key stakeholders on legal issues. Hours: 75 Credits: 5 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
MGMT72100	International Human Resources Management Description: This course will introduce students to the field of human Resources Management and the typical functional areas and activities which support this discipline in today's global economy. One area of focus will be on developing an appreciation for the changing role of Human Resource departments, from service function to strategic partner. Another key focus will be on developing an understanding for the way in which today's Human Resource departments can help organizations achieve key organizational objectives with superior levels of effectiveness, efficiency, quality and profitability in order to create unique competitive advantages which are likely to endure in domestic and international contedts. Students will analyze current human resource mangement practices and consider opportunities and challenges that companies face in establishing and operating domestic or international operations. Hours: 75 Credits: 5 Pre-Requisites: BUS1200 or BUS71200 CoRequisites:
RSCH73100	Research Methods Description: During this degree-level course students will explore research methods and their application to data analysis. Students will develop skills at reading and understanding research literature, and will develop expertise in evaluating the validity and reliability of research data. Students will acquire hands-on experience by working in small teams on a research project: designing, collecting data, analyzing the data using Microsoft Excel, and reporting thier findings and conclusions. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: STAT72785 CoRequisites:
SOC73180	Conflict Management Description: Without exception, every relationship of any depth has conflict. Conflict can be regarded as a negative force to be avoided or controlled, or it can be seen as an opportunity for strengthening relationships, self-awareness and development. The course will examine different factors that contribute to interpersonal and intrapersonal (intrapsychic) conflicts and discuss and apply appropriate skills and strategies to manage conflicts effectively. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: BUS1200 or BUS71200 or LIBS7150 or SOC71500 CoRequisites:
Electives: Interdisciplinary	Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours
Level Five
COOP72000	Co-op Work Term I (International Business Mgt) Description: This course will provide students with college-approved work experience in an international or domestic business environment. This course will increase the student’s understanding of real-life employer expectations with regards to the attitudinal, practical, and academic skills required to gain employment and enhance promotional opportunities. The student will apply both employability and technical skills to real life situations. These essential employability and technical skills areas will be improved during the work term while the student responsibly performs the duties as laid out in the job description, in accordance with course and program outcomes. Hours: 420 Credits: 14 Pre-Requisites: CDEV71050 CoRequisites:
Level Six
BUS74020	International Business Planning and Strategy Description: This is a capstone course for students requiring them to apply the principles and knowledge obtained in all other business disciplines to a specific business situation whether domestic or international. The course uses a broad theoretical perspective combined with experiential learning to equip students with the knowledge, attitudes and behaviours needed to effectively participate in the development of overall strategy and operational tactics, and to prepare students to participate in the strategic planning process within a global economy. Adopting a resource based view of the firm, students will be exposed to leading strategic theories and tactics at global, corporate, business units and functional levels. Students will be asked to analyse sources of competitive advantage and profitability using a wide range of approaches to develop a comprehensive SWOT (Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Threats) analysis and to formulate realistic recommendations. Differences among embryonic, growth and mature industries, and the techniques needed to prosper in technologically driven industries, will be examined. Specific challenges and techniques associated with entry into international markets will be explored, along with the challenges associated with resource allocation. Students will have an opportunity to explore techniques to foster B2B and B2C relationships. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: HRM2100 or HRM72100, MKT2200 or MKT72200, OPER2010 or OPER72100 CoRequisites:
CULT72000	World Cultures Description: World cultures both broadly and deeply affect and are affected by globalization in ways that unify and divide as well as produce equities and inequalities among people and nations. In this course, students will focus on topics pertaining to similarities and differences world cultures and societies. Incorporating varying perspectives on diversity, students develop an understanding of the impacted groups, develop strategies which demonstrate respect for diversity, and critically examine social change performed on a world stage. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
FIN72105	Finance for Managers Description: All managers in an international environment need financial management skills to make decisions and manage projects within an organization. This introductory course covers aspects of financial management. Students will be able to apply concepts of finance for organizations operating in international environments. Students will develop an appreciation for the techniques used to control financial risk in international situations. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: MATH1785 or STAT72785 CoRequisites:
HRM73040	Staff Recruitment and Selections Description: Using a systems based approach to the staffing function, this course examines the issues and practices involved with the critical function of acquiring and deploying an organization’s workforce, in both domestic and international settings, and in developing and implementing programs for the effective orientation of new staff. This course will analyze international business situations and challenges related to staffing for an international business environment using staff who are both Canadian and foreign nationals/international. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: MGMT72100, HRM2100 or HRM72100 CoRequisites:
OPER72010	Operations Management II Description: This Operations Management course focuses on the functional activities and role of an operations manager in both domestic and international settings. Students will build upon their knowledge of manufacturing concepts gained in the first year of study and learn to implement the functions and the strategic objectives of an operations manager. The major focus of this course is on the development and utilization of strategies for continuous improvement of both productivity and quality in organizations engaged in manufacturing, supply chain and service oriented businesses. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: OPER1260 or OPER71260 CoRequisites:
Level Seven
ECON73020	Economics of International Trade and Finance Description: This course introduces concepts and theories of international trade and finance, and provides students with an understanding of international economics from the perspective of the firm and Canada as a whole. Microeconomic models will be utilized to analyze the effects of international trade on individuals and businesses, and on trade policies. Included is the theory of comparative advantage and the gains from trade; the Heckscher-Ohlin factor-proportions model; tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade, and economic integration. Topics for international finance include: the balance of payments, exchange rate systems and the foreign exchange market, and the international monetary system. Current international economic issues pertinent to Canada will be examined including Canadian trade patterns, foreign investment, free trade agreements, bilateral and multilateral trade disputes, the impact of exchange rate changes, and Canadian macroeconomic policy in an open economy. Hours: 75 Credits: 5 Pre-Requisites: ECON1050 or ECON71050, ECON2030 or ECON71030 CoRequisites:
HRM73060	Human Resources Information Systems Description: The purpose of the course is to develop an integrated body of information systems knowledge and skills that apply to human resources management. It includes an in-depth study of the end-user approach to systems analysis, addressing the links between information systems technology, people, and organizations. The course provides a comprehensive, thoroughly up-to-date treatment of human resource information system design, analysis, and implementation with a practical focus on shaping the information system to enhance employee performance and carry out ?real world? business strategies. Topics include information enterprise applications (CRM/ERM, ERP), systems design and analysis, justifying information technology investments, selecting and evaluating information systems and technologies, e-business, and information systems security. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
MGMT73120	Managing Business Performance (Multinationals) Description: This degree level course deals with the techniques needed to take the true pulse of an organization and to assess its overall health and subsequent competitiveness using a wide variety of classical and new analytical techniques including Nine Forces, Supply Chain Management, McKinsey 7S, Technology Forecasting, and Critical Success Factors. The key focus will be on identifying and achieving improved performance levels in an international environment at individual, business process, job, organization and corporate levels. The challenges and opportunities involved with identifying necessary changes at micro and macro levels, and with designing interventions to implement them effectively, will be explored. Using a systems based view of the firm, the entire organization will be evaluated using proven analytical models relevant to the performance of a multinational firm. From a practical perspective, students will be exposed to and explore the challenges and difficulties involved with managing the business performance system, particularly in a global context. Both static and dynamic approaches to assessing and managing macro level issues will be explored. At a micro level, students will also review effective interventions to improve individual performance gaps. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: MGMT72100, MKT2200 or MKT72200, FIN2105 or FIN72105, OPER2010 or OPER72010, HRM2100 or HRM72100 CoRequisites:
OPER73020	Distribution Planning and Control Description: The supply chain management course is focused on the functions and objectives of a logistics manager, whether operating domestically or within an international setting. Students will investigate many examples of the classic cost/service tradeoff that is the major challenge for all supply chain managers. The major emphasis of the course is on the utilization of strategies to add value to a company’s supply chain by either reducing costs, improving efficiency or effectiveness or improving customer service. This course will demonstrate the important role of the supply chain to companies by examining international vendors, customers and distribution centers with the goal of maximizing company productivity in a global economy and taking advantage of global opportunities. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: OPER2010 or OPER72010 CoRequisites:
Electives: Interdisciplinary	Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours
Level Eight
COOP73160	Co-op Work Term II (International Business Management) Description: This course will provide students with college-approved work experience in an international or domestic business environment. This course will increase the student’s understanding of real-life employer expectations with regards to the attitudinal, practical, and academic skills required to gain employment and enhance promotional opportunities. In addition to these employability skills, the student will also have an opportunity to apply technical material from the prior semesters of study to real life situations. These essential employability and technical skills areas will be improved during the work term while the student responsibly performs the duties as laid out in the job description, in accordance with course and program outcomes. Hours: 420 Credits: 14 Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 or CDEV71050 CoRequisites:
Level Nine
COOP74000	Co-op Work Term III (International Business Management) Description: This course will provide students with college-approved work experience in an international or domestic business environment. This course will increase the student’s understanding of real-life employer expectations with regards to the attitudinal, practical, and academic skills required to gain employment and enhance promotional opportunities. In addition to these employability skills, the student will also have an opportunity to apply technical material from the prior semesters of study to real life situations. These essential employability and technical skills areas will be improved during the work term while the student responsibly performs the duties as laid out in the job description, in accordance with course and program outcomes. Hours: 420 Credits: 14 Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 or CDEV71050 CoRequisites:
Level Ten
BUS73130	Consulting/Integration Project I Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the theory underpinning successful execution of a consulting project and to provide the student with a first real life consulting and integration opportunity with respect to operational activities in a global business environment. Sensitivity will be demonstrated in all areas of a project assignment. Key topics include: goal setting, identifying dependency relationships, outlining resources required, concurrent activity management, decision theory, monitoring and controlling of progress which will result in the successful completion of projects. Students are required to, with their faculty member and employer, select aspects of the employer’s operations for study with the view to producing a report which justifies the reasons for the selection, the purpose of the project, the methodology and approach adopted. As necessary, seminars on writing strategies will be delivered to students. The student will also summarize the actual outcomes of the project and conclude with a series of recommendations/observations along with cost/commercial considerations. The work of the student focuses on a number of critical activities and skills involved in economic, operational and people management. It will provide the student with ?hard practice? in applying theory and skills developed in the various courses taken previously. Tasks and assignments are established which require the student to integrate his/her knowledge of different global and domestic business concepts and then apply them to problem solving specific areas of the business environment at hand. Hours: 105 Credits: 7 Pre-Requisites: MGMT72100, MKT2200 or MKT72200, MGMT2095 or MGMT72095, FIN2105 or FIN72105, OPER2010 or OPER72010, HRM2100 or HRM72100 CoRequisites:
BUS74050	Quality Planning and Analysis Description: The effective and efficient management of an organization’s total operation requires sound principles of quality management practised in all three planning areas (strategic, tactical, and operational). This course provides a fundamental, yet comprehensive, coverage of Total Quality Management (TQM). It covers not only the principles and practices, but also the tools and techniques. The sensitivity to end customers’ requirements and challenges of a competitive marketplace will be a theme of the course. A practical state-of-the-art approach is stressed throughout this course. Sufficient theory and application techniques will be presented to ensure that the student has a sound understanding of TQM concepts. Mathematical techniques are developed in the form of tables and charts and statistics. Awareness of the internal and external requirements for quality principles in all currently practiced forms will be explored. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: MATH1785 or STAT72785 CoRequisites:
HRM73030	Training and Development Description: During this course, the training and development life cycle will be explored in depth. Topics will include: needs assessment methods, formulation of training objectives, designing training programs, assessment of training methods, and international factors in training and development. Adult learning theories will be discussed so that students can better understand the ways in which a positive transfer of training can be encouraged. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of training and development activities into the strategic plan of the organization. A portion of the course will be skill based to enable students to develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to become an effective trainer. Emphasis will be placed on the application of training and development principles and models to international situations given the challenges and opportunities associated with doing business in an international setting. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: MGMT72100, HRM2100 or HRM72100 CoRequisites:
HRM74030	Strategic Compensation Management Description: This course addresses tangible and intangible compensation and the use of compensation to motivate and reward employee performance in both domestic and international environments. The application of compensation principles to organizational objectives is studied and evaluated, with particular emphasis on cultural variations and sensitivities. This course also covers job analysis, job description, and job evaluation on the basis of compensable factors as well as designing an equitable pay structure. Strategic use of compensation systems for attracting, motivating, and retaining employees is incorporated with managerial aspects of paying employees at all organizational levels. Focusing on managing employee compensation in contemporary organizations, the major objectives are: to examine the current state of compensation decision making; to examine how recent theoretical and research developments inform compensation decisions; and to offer an opportunity to develop competencies in making compensation decisions. International variations in laws and expectations for compensation will be assessed. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: HRM3040 or HRM73040, ACCT2500 or ACCT72500 CoRequisites:
Electives: Interdisciplinary	Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours
Level Eleven
BUS74040	Change Management Description: This course introduces the student to Organization Development theories and their application in an organizational setting. Consideration is given to the psychological, sociological and historical constructs upon which the field is based. Students will learn the foundations for the key theories as well as the practical work of important theorists. Students will also examine how the theories of Organization Development are being applied in organizations to foster change, innovation, and the revitalization of the organization. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
BUS74060	Consulting/Integration Project II Description: This course builds on Consulting 1 - BUS 3130 and is designed to provide the student with a more challenging real life consulting opportunity with respect to strategic, tactical, and operational activities in a global business environment. Sensitivity will be demonstrated in all areas of a project assignment. Key topics include goal setting, identifying dependency relationships, outlining resources required, concurrent activity management, decision theory, monitoring, and controlling of progress to result in the successful completion of projects. Students are required to ? with their faculty member, and employer ? select aspects of the employer's operations for study ? with the view to producing a report which justifies the reasons for the selection, the purpose of the project, the methodology and approach adopted. Also, the student will summarize the actual outcomes of the project, and conclude with a series of recommendations/ observations along with cost/commercial considerations. The work of the student focuses on a number of critical activities and skills involved in contemporary globalization: economic, strategic, tactical, and operational, and provides the student with 'hard practice' in applying theory and skills developed in the various courses taken. Tasks and assignments are established which require the student to integrate his/her knowledge of different financing, operational, marketing, global and domestic business concepts, and then apply them to problem solving specific areas of the business environment at hand. Hours: 105 Credits: 7 Pre-Requisites: BUS3130 or BUS73130 CoRequisites:
HRM73050	Labour and Employee Relations Description: This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive range of knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours needed to effectively manage employees in unionized environments and to foster a positive relationship with unions in domestic and international settings. Relevant domestic legislation in federal and provincial jurisdictions will be studied in detail including the historical, social and economic factors leading to its development. Students will contrast and compare this domestic experience with international trends and legislation governing the labour movement in several other jurisdictions. Particular emphasis will be placed on conducting a comparative analysis of the major labour relations functions across industries and countries. Philosophical and organizational differences between Canadian unions and unions in other parts of the world will be explored. Students will explore the differences which have developed between private and public sector unions, internationally as well as within Canada. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: MGMT72100, HRM2100 or HRM72100 CoRequisites:
MGMT74100	Corporate Social Responsibility Description: This course explores the evolution and implementation of responsibility management systems that operationalize corporate citizenship, which are comparable in many respects to quality and environmental management systems. Modern corporations can no longer operate as autonomous, single-minded organizations. Without exception, the external environments that they face are complex, dynamic, and unpredictable. Companies today are caught in a crossfire of external (and sometimes internal) demands related to how they manage their responsibilities to a wide range of stakeholders, including employees, investors, suppliers, customers, communities, and national governments where they operate, particularly where long supply chains exist in developing nations. As a result of these conditions, corporations can be seen creating dialogue, relationships, and formal inter-organizational ties to a broad number of other parties and constituencies. In addition, those other parties and constituencies are exerting considerable influence on the formulation and execution of strategies. In large measure, the strategic management of these relationships is a keystone to business success in the new millennium. Hours: 60 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
Electives: Interdisciplinary	Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours

Graduate Opportunities

Graduates of this four-year co-op program will possess a blend of applied business skills that will enable them to function as flexible and versatile business generalists in an international context. Specific focus is given to issues requiring cross functional integration of activities. The program will meet the needs of typical entry level positions and allow the graduate to eventually move into supervisory or managerial roles within either domestic or international business environments.

71% of 2010-2011 graduates found employment within 6 months of graduation. Their average starting salary was $39,664.

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