BU 213 Canadian Practices

(The Canadian Business Environment)

Instructor: TBA

Hours: 15

Meeting times: TBA

Credit hours: 1.5

Course description:

Methodology

This course provides an overview of the environment in which Canadian businesses operate.

The course is particularly appropriate for students who have not been exposed to the foundations of the Canadian economy, politics, culture, and industry sectors.

The course is delivered in a structured classroom setting consisting of lectures and in-class discussions. The activities include group discussions, and assigned presentations.

Learning outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Identify the various factors which affect the operation of the Canadian business environment
• Understand how Canada's political system operates and affect businesses
• Distinguish between the Canadian and American business environments
• Explain the roles of crown corporations in the Canadian economy
• Explain the importance of international trade to the Canadian economy and to maintaining the country's wealth
• Explain Canada's role in the new world

Expectations:

·         Students are requested to attend class on time and actively participate in class discussions.

·         Cellular phones and pagers must be turned off.

Revised:

September 2004

Themes:

Government business relations. Canada’s role in the world.

Units:

TBA

Evaluation:

Attendance 15%, quizzes 80%.

There is no final exam in this course.

A requirement of 60% in all areas is to be achieved for Certificate/Diploma

Prerequisite courses or equivalent knowledge:

completion of the Foundations program or demonstration of equivalent skills.

Passing grade:

If this is a core course in your diploma, 70% in overall evaluation is a passing grade. If this is a core course in your certificate, 60% in overall evaluation is a passing grade. If this is an elective course in your program of study, 50% in overall evaluation is a passing grade.

Resources used:

The instructor will provide extensive PowerPoint slides. Students should also access the extensive list of references and websites provided by the instructor.