RNET-250 - Intro to Small Business Concepts - 3.00 Credits
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Course Details
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This introductory course will examine some of the theoretical concepts and practical experiences necessary for effectively running a small business. A wide variety of topics such as the social and ethical responsibility of a contemporary business, the importance of human resource and financial resource management, and the current trends in Canadian business will be studied.
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Part of the:CAREER TRAINING (ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES) Department
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Available/Required in the following Programs:Renewable Energies Technology Diploma Program - Diploma Completion Plan
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Prerequisites : RNET CORE Year 1
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Course Outline
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Instructors Qualifications:
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Relevant Master’s Degree. Bachelor's Degree in a related field with experience will be considered.
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Office Hours:
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1.5 per week
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Contact Hours:
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45
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Student Evaluation
Procedure:
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Assignments 50-70%, Final 30-50%, Total 100%. Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:
- describe the ethical behavior and social responsibility of Canadian business;
- list the top ten environmental issues facing Canadian businesses;
- describe operations management and quality control;
- describe marketing and consumer behavior;
- explain the importance of financial resources management and risk management;
- explain the importance of a credit report and how to obtain it;
- identify the forms of business ownership structures as well as their advantages and disadvantages;
- identify why people are willing to take the risk of entrepreneurship;
- develop a business plan for an enterprise of the students choosing;
- explain the importance of human resource management through a study of current labor and personnel issues;
- introduce accounting concepts relevant to a small business; and
- describe the importance of customer service.
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Transfer Credits:
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For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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