ADMN 170 Introduction to Business is a course that introduces students to the management and operation of business, including the principles, concepts, ideas and tools used by managers. In addition, the course exposes students to international and local business issues, and to large companies as well as to smaller, entrepreneurial firms. This course also provides an introduction to Career exploration and preparation
Notes: An assessment worth 15% may be replaced in this course with a formal exam. There are two exams available cover course content in the first and second half of the course respectively. Each exam is 50 MCQ, to be completed in 45 minutes, and must be completed under supervision and booked in advance with the instructor.
Prerequisites: Program admission requirements.
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 60 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 4 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe foundational business terms, concepts, and models of analysis
- Conduct a situational analysis for a business to develop a strategic plan
- Use evidence-based data to support planning and decision making
- Apply effective critical thinking for Business decision making
- Apply a teamwork collaboration model
- Conduct a career exploration through completion of Career Launch - Module 1
- Understand the standards for academic integrity and core values of the Selkirk College School of Business
Teaching and Learning Approach
On-Campus: Class meetings for this course involve a combination of instructor-led lessons and in-class
activities completed by students, both individually and in groups. Therefore, regular attendance and active
participation is required. Lectures will introduce and explain concepts, and in-class activities will help to
demonstrate the real-world applicability of the concepts.Learning Resources
Required:
Textbook:
Introduction to Business, BC Open Collection by BC Campus https://collection.bccampus.ca/textbooks/introduction-to-business/
Simulation:
Business Essentials Simulation: Coffee Shop Inc. HBP Publishing
Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Overview course objectives and requirements Chapter 1 - Understanding Economic Systems and Business Academic Skills: Time Management & Note Taking 1:1 Instructor Meeting #1
2. Chapter 2 - Making Ethical Decisions and Managing a Socially Responsible Business Academic Integrity Module 1:1 Instructor Meeting #1
3. Chapter 4 - Forms of Business Ownership 1:1 Instructor Meeting #1
4. Chapter 5 - Entrepreneurship: Starting and Managing Your Own Business Business Model Canvas
5. Chapter 6 - Management and Leadership in Today's Organizations
6. Chapter 11 - Creating Products and Pricing Strategies to Meet Customers' Needs
7. Chapter 12 - Distributing and Promoting Products and Services
8. Chapter 7 - Organizational Structure 1:1 Instructor Meeting #2
9. Chapter 8 - Managing Human Resources and Labor Relations
10. Chapter 9 - Motivating Employees
11. Chapter 10 - Achieving World-Class Operations Management
12. Chapter 14 - Using Financial Information and Accounting Business Plan Review & Assessment
13. Chapter 16 - Understanding Financial Management and Securities Markets Optional Module Exams
14. 1:1 Instructor Meeting #3
Assessment
| Title |
Learning Outcomes |
Value |
| Online Quizzes (10 @ 30% each) |
1. Describe foundational
business terms, concepts, and
models of analysis |
30% |
| Business Interview & Situational Analysis Report |
2. Conduct a situational analysis
for a business to develop a
strategic plan |
15% |
| Business Plan Review & Assessment Report |
3. Use evidence-based data to
support planning and decision
making |
15% |
| Business Essentials Simulation - Coffee Shop Inc. |
4. Apply effective critical thinking
for Business decision making |
10% |
| Group Activity / 1:1 Meetings with Instructor |
5. Apply a teamwork
collaboration model |
15% |
| Career Launch Module 1: Creating a Career Plan |
6. Conduct a career exploration
through completion of Career
Launch - Module 1 |
10% |
| In-class Assignments: Academic Integrity, Library Orientation, Bystander Training, Career Fair, Co-op Orientation, Indigenous Perspectives |
7. Understand the standards for
academic integrity and core
values of the Selkirk College
School of Business |
5% |
| Total |
100% |
Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.