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ACC 210 Managerial Accounting
Based on the concepts learned in ACC 200, this course explores the applications of accounting information in the management context. Topics include: management planning and control, inventory and cost flow analysis, job order costing, standard costs and variance analysis, budgeting, break-even analysis, relevant costs and decision-making.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Tue / Thu 8:15am - 9:30am |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
ACC 301 Intermediate Financial Accounting I
This course examines current conventional accounting standards with respect to asset and liability measurement and income determination with a particular emphasis on the asset side of the balance sheet. Specific topics include case, receivables, inventories, short and long-term investments, intangible assets and capital assets.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Tue 6:30pm - 9:30pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BCH 297 Introduction to Biochemistry
This course will encompass the structure and function of major biomolecules, such as carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids, as well as energy transduction, enzyme mechanisms and regulation of metabolic pathways. The accompanying laboratory component will introduce some techniques commonly used in the study of biomolecules and enzymology.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Wed / Fri 11:15am - 12:30pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BHS 310 Quantitative Methods for Behavioural Science
This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics. Emphasis is placed on practical application and students will learn to analyze and interpret basic statistical research. They will also learn to use computer software (SPSS) to analyze data. Lecture and laboratory components.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Wed / Fri 2:30pm - 3:45pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BHS 400 Seminar in Behavioural Science
An integrative capstone seminar based on the contributions of both sociology and psychology for understanding human behaviour. The course will integrate the method, academic content, and pragmatic application of those fields of knowledge to the social context of human behaviour and explore the ways this can lead to vocation and service in the world community. A variety of methodological, theoretical, and practical questions will be addressed.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Alex Sanderson, PhD, MSc, BA | Tue / Thu 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BHS 420 Practicum 2
A continuation of the supervised practical experience placement within a community or social agency related to the student's interest and/or future plans. Seminars will focus on the relationship between ethical issues and practical issues and models of ethical decision-making as related to the behavioural sciences.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Shawn Crawford, PhD, MEd, BSc | Mon 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BIO 131 Introduction to the Cellular Basis of Life
This course will cover the fundamental principles of cellular biology, including organelle structure and function, metabolism, genetics, cell division, protein synthesis, and polecular biology of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Matthew Morris, PhD, MSc, BRE, BSc | Tue / Thu 9:45am - 11:00am |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BIO 231 Cellular and Molecular Biology
This course examines the principles of cellular structure and function, molecular organization, regulation of cellular functions, as well as the interaction of cells with neighbouring cells and their environment.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Wed / Fri 9:45am - 11:00am |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BIO 301 Principles of Evolutionary Biology
An introduction to the evolutionary processes that shape variation within and between populations and species. Topics include heredity, mutation, genetic drift, natural selection and adaptation, sexual selection, speciation, macroevolution, and implications for conservation and medicine. Instruction will consist of lectures and tutorials.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Matthew Morris, PhD, MSc, BRE, BSc | Tue / Thu 4:00pm - 5:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BIO 310 Quantitative Methods for Biology
This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics. Emphasis is placed on practical application and students will learn to analyze and interpret basic statistical research. Topics include collection and presentation of data, descriptive statistics, introduction to probability theory, estimation, hypothesis testing, and linear regression. Students will also learn how to use computer software to analyze data.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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John Wiest, MSc, BSc, BMus | Wed / Fri 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BIO 497 Independent Research Study in Biology II
This course is the second course of a two-semester research project (fall and winter). Students will choose a research topic of choice, perform a literature search and literature summary before writing up a research proposal (identifying a new research question and describing an experimental protocol). Pilot experiments will be completed by the student. This will then be written up in the form of a proposal paper.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Independent Study |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 201 Business Communication
This course focuses on communications in a business setting. Students will develop and strengthen their written and oral communication skills in preparation for their ongoing studies and careers. Students will also gain an understanding of the importance of communication skills in a business career. This is an experiential course where students will develop solid skills in writing, listening, problem solving and presenting individually and within groups, both through digital and traditional media.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Angie Redecopp, MBA, LLB, BEd | Wed / Fri 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 220 Finance
This course examines the fundamental financial concepts including time value of money, cost of capital and capital structure, capital investment decisions, budgeting and financial planning, sources and forms of financing and business valuation.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Angie Redecopp, MBA, LLB, BEd | Wed / Fri 9:45am - 11:00am |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 301 Intermediate Domestic Community Development
This course provides a multi-disciplinary overview of domestic community development. It will address theories and strategies of domestic community development in a variety of domestic contexts, as well as the causes and consequences of poverty and lack of development in a Canadian context such as low-income employment; lack of community engagement; inequitable access to financial services and resources; poor health and education; and hopelessness, among others. In particular, issues such as not addressing poverty and its impact on local economies, collective impact strategies, as well as engaging with non-traditional partners such as businesses and social enterprises will also be explored. Opportunities will also be provided to interact and collaborate with local community development organizations.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Tue / Thu 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 321 Personal Financial Management
This course examines global capital markets and relates such markets to the practical application of building a personal financial plan all through the lens of being a Christ-follower. Wealth management is much more complex than simple stewardship rules.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Thu 5:30pm - 8:30pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 341 Leadership Theory & Practice
This course is innovatively designed to be experiential and theory-based. The diverse delivery approach includes: online, readings, written assignments, journaling, lectures, retreats and leadership practice. The core areas of exploration include: leadership theory, functions of leadership, leadership practice, organizational approach to leadership, leadership assessment, and teamwork.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Randy Poon, PhD, MBA, BComm | Wed / Fri 2:30pm - 3:45pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 370 Management Information Systems
This course provides an introduction and understanding of the value and uses of information systems for business operation and management decision-making. It concentrates on providing an understanding of the tools and basic terminology needed to understand information systems and their role in the business environment. Topics include information systems concepts, a review of information technology concepts, the fundamentals of e-business, planning and development of information systems, and the implementation and management of these systems.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Wed / Fri 11:15am - 12:30pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 382 Consumer Behaviour
This course familiarizes students with the role of individual lifestyle and personality, and cultural and social influences, in consumer decision-making. These topics are examined with the goal of enabling marketers to better understand customers and meet their needs. The course also provides a uniquely Canadian perspective on how products, services, and consumption activities shape people's social experiences.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Tue / Thu 4:00pm - 5:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 383 Marketing Communications
Details coming soon.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Wed / Fri 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 392 Business Planning for Social Entrepreneurs
This is a hands-on, new venture development course. Students learn entrepreneurial planning by developing an actual business plan for a new venture using Business PlanPro Premier software. Students learn and execute tasks such as developing an initial business model using the business model canvas design template; performing thorough customer and market analysis; producing finance and operation plans and projections; creating strategies for sustainability and triple bottom line results; and effectively presenting their business plans in written and oral presentation formats. Business plans will be entered into various business plan competitions and/or presented for financing to BDC, Futurepreneur Canada, or similar organizations.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Mon 6:30pm - 9:30pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 432 Recruitment and Selection
A key step in the human resource management (HRM) process within private, public and nonprofit sectors involves the recruitment and selection of human resources. The course provides the methods, processes, and skills to design and implement strategic recruitment and selection initiatives. Topics covered include: job analysis, legal considerations, identifying sources of applicants, screening, assessment, interviewing, and decision making.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Tue / Thu 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 470 Project Management
This course aims to provide a comprehensive, multi-industry overview of project management, familiarizing the student with the concepts and basic functions of project management. Topics addressed will include scope, risk, resource allocation, team management and leadership, time and scheduling, cost and budgeting, and evaluation and control. Leveraging the latest project management software, the course provides a balance of hands-on practice, contemporary real-world examples and cases, and the latest theory.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Tue / Thu 9:45am - 11:00am |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 492 Entrepreneurship Incubator
This is a two-semester entrepreneurship practicum for teams of students starting sustainable, triple bottom line-oriented companies based on business plans previously developed in BUS 392. The practicum is focused on skill development and mentoring in startup formation, resource acquisition, business and revenue model validation, project management, debt and equity financing, and written and oral presentation of startup activities.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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A2133 | Mon 4:00pm - 5:15pm |
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 to Wednesday, December 20, 2017 |
Fall | ||
Mon 4:00pm - 5:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BUS 499 Capstone Seminar in Business
This course provides students the opportunity to reflect on how business and Christianity interact. Topics include business ethics and Christian values, the value of business activities as vocational provision, and the compatibility between the market economic system and Christian perspective. These issues are explored using business cases, guest speakers, and readings.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Randy Poon, PhD, MBA, BComm | Wed / Fri 9:45am - 11:00am |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
CH 610-OL / TH 640-OL / HI 362-OL / REL 362-OL Alliance History and Thought
A survey of the origins of The Christian and Missionary Alliance in its social, cultural, and theological contexts. The course also examines and evaluates various continuities and changes in C&MA thought and practice.
Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
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Kenneth L. Draper, PhD, MA, BA (Honours) | Online |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
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