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Business Minor
Admission Requirements
A specific number of seats will be allocated each year to the Business Minor program. Please refer to the admission requirements section.
Grade Requirements
In addition to normal university grade point average requirements, the Beedie School of Business requires a minimum 2.00 overall SFU Business course grade point average for entry into all 300 and 400 division business minor courses.
For a course to be accepted as fulfilling a prerequisite, or for a lower division requirement, or for a core course to be accepted in a student's program in business, a student must have obtained a minimum grade of C- (C minus).
Letters of Permission
The Beedie School of Business does not normally approve letters of permission for students already enrolled at Simon Fraser University.
Program Requirements
Lower Division Requirements
Students complete all of
Explore the fundamentals of modern business and organizational management. Working with case studies, students will build upon the basics of revenue, profits, contribution and costs, as well as integrate advanced aspects of business models, innovation, competitive advantage, core competence, and strategic analysis. Breadth-Social Sciences.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Th 2:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
AQ 3005, Burnaby |
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E100 |
We 5:30 PM – 8:20 PM |
AQ 3005, Burnaby |
Provides students with the basic legal and ethical principles and frameworks that are necessary when one is operating within a business context. The design of the course combines components of two core courses in the undergraduate business program, namely, Commercial Law (BUS 393) and Business Ethics (BUS 303). Prerequisite: 12 units. Students with credit for BUS 303 or BUS 393 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Fr 2:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
RCB 8100, Burnaby |
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E100 |
We 4:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
WMC 3210, Burnaby |
Introduces students to the knowledge and skills necessary to make full use of business information systems. Demonstrates how information systems are used by organizations to improve productivity and create competitive advantage. Provides hands on training in productivity tools including Excel, Visio, Access and Web design tools. Prerequisite: 12 units. Students with credit for BUS 337 and COMM 337 may not take this course for further credit.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Th 8:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
SSCC 9002, Burnaby |
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D101 |
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
WMC 2305, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Th 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Th 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 2305, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Th 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Th 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
Th 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Th 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
D200 |
Fr 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
SRYC 3090, Surrey |
|
D201 |
Fr 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
SRYC 3050, Surrey |
|
D202 |
Fr 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM |
SRYC 3130, Surrey |
|
D203 |
Fr 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM |
SRYC 3050, Surrey |
|
D204 |
Fr 6:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
SRYC 3130, Surrey |
|
E100 |
Th 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM |
SWH 10041, Burnaby |
|
E101 |
Th 6:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
E102 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
E103 |
Th 7:30 PM – 8:20 PM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
E104 |
Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 2305, Burnaby |
|
E105 |
Th 8:30 PM – 9:20 PM |
WMC 2301, Burnaby |
|
E106 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
WMC 2305, Burnaby |
An introduction to financial accounting, including accounting terminology, understanding financial statements, analysis of a business entity using financial statements. Includes also time value of money and a critical review of the conventional accounting system. Prerequisite: 12 units. Quantitative.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Th 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby |
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D101 |
Th 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
BLU 10655, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Th 6:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
WMC 2523, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Th 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
BLU 10655, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Th 6:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
WMC 3511, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Th 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
WMC 3253, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Th 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
WMC 3255, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
Th 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM |
WMC 3513, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Th 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM |
WMC 3515, Burnaby |
|
D200 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
SRYC 5240, Surrey |
|
D201 |
Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
SRYC 5060, Surrey |
|
D202 |
Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
SRYC 5320, Surrey |
|
D203 |
Fr 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
SRYC 5060, Surrey |
|
D204 |
Fr 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
SRYC 5320, Surrey |
|
E100 |
Th 5:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby |
|
E101 |
Th 7:30 PM – 8:20 PM |
WMC 3253, Burnaby |
|
E102 |
Th 7:30 PM – 8:20 PM |
WMC 3250, Burnaby |
|
E103 |
Th 7:30 PM – 8:20 PM |
WMC 2507, Burnaby |
|
E104 |
Th 8:30 PM – 9:20 PM |
WMC 3513, Burnaby |
Theories, concepts and issues in the field of organizational behaviour with an emphasis on individual and team processes. Core topics include employee motivation and performance, stress management, communication, work perceptions and attitudes, decision-making, team dynamics, employee involvement and conflict management. Prerequisite: 12 units.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
SSCC 9002, Burnaby |
|
D101 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 2122, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 3513, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
WMC 3515, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5006, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 2122, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 2260, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
WMC 3513, Burnaby |
|
D200 |
Th 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
SRYC 3170, Surrey |
|
D201 |
Th 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
SRYC 5060, Surrey |
|
D202 |
Th 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
SRYC 5320, Surrey |
|
D203 |
Th 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
SRYC 5060, Surrey |
|
D204 |
Th 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
SRYC 5320, Surrey |
|
D300 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
EDB 7618, Burnaby |
|
D301 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 3513, Burnaby |
|
D302 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 3517, Burnaby |
|
D303 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
WMC 3517, Burnaby |
|
D304 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
BLU 10901, Burnaby |
|
D305 |
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
WMC 2533, Burnaby |
|
E100 |
We 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM |
SSCC 9002, Burnaby |
|
E101 |
We 6:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
AQ 5009, Burnaby |
|
E102 |
We 6:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
AQ 5014, Burnaby |
|
E103 |
We 6:30 PM – 7:20 PM |
AQ 5004, Burnaby |
|
E104 |
We 7:30 PM – 8:20 PM |
AQ 5004, Burnaby |
and one of
The principal elements of theory concerning utility and value, price and costs, factor analysis, productivity, labor organization, competition and monopoly, and the theory of the firm. Students with credit for ECON 200 cannot take ECON 103 for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Soc.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Douglas Allen |
Mo 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
SSCB 9201, Burnaby SSCB 9201, Burnaby |
D101 |
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5049, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5038, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5050, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5028, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5049, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 2521, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5047, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Tu 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
AQ 5039, Burnaby |
|
D109 |
Tu 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
BLU 10655, Burnaby |
|
D110 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 2104, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5009, Burnaby |
|
D112 |
We 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
AQ 5036, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
BLU 11901, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 3531, Burnaby |
|
D115 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5020, Burnaby |
|
D116 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 3511, Burnaby |
|
D117 |
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5004, Burnaby |
|
D118 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5038, Burnaby |
|
D200 |
Marie Rekkas |
Tu 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
SWH 10081, Burnaby RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby |
D201 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 3510, Burnaby |
|
D202 |
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
AQ 5025, Burnaby |
|
D203 |
Th 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
AQ 5020, Burnaby |
|
D204 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5048, Burnaby |
|
D205 |
Th 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
WMC 2532, Burnaby |
|
D206 |
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
RCB 6101, Burnaby |
|
D208 |
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 2104, Burnaby |
|
D210 |
Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 3531, Burnaby |
|
D212 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
BLU 10901, Burnaby |
|
D213 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5047, Burnaby |
|
D214 |
Fr 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
AQ 5006, Burnaby |
|
D215 |
Fr 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
AQ 5005, Burnaby |
|
D216 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5008, Burnaby |
|
D900 |
Vasyl Golovetskyy |
We 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
SRYC 5280, Surrey SRYC 5280, Surrey |
Focused on basic competencies in microeconomics, this course is suitable for business and other students not intending to specialize in economics. Topics include gains from trade, supply and demand, prices, competition and monopoly, market failures, and government policies. Economic literacy is an important part of the course. Students who have taken ECON 103 first may not then take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Soc.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Joshua Boitnott |
Th 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
WMC 3520, Burnaby |
D101 |
Th 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 2260, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Th 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 3513, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Th 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
WMC 2268, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 2104, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
BLU 11911, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5004, Burnaby |
and one of*
The principal elements of theory concerning money and income, distribution, social accounts, public finance, international trade, comparative systems, and development and growth. Students with credit for ECON 205 cannot take ECON 105 for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Soc.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
William Shen |
Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
SSCB 9201, Burnaby SSCB 9200, Burnaby |
D101 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
BLU 10021, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5039, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 3255, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
RCB 6122, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
RCB 5120, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Th 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
BLU 10921, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 2531, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
AQ 5036, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 3511, Burnaby |
|
D115 |
Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 3251, Burnaby |
|
D200 |
Gorkem Ozdemir |
Mo 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM We 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 3182, Burnaby SSCC 9001, Burnaby |
D201 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5004, Burnaby |
|
D202 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
BLU 11911, Burnaby |
|
D203 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5014, Burnaby |
|
D204 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5014, Burnaby |
|
D205 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5020, Burnaby |
|
D206 |
Tu 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
WMC 2523, Burnaby |
|
D208 |
Mo 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
AQ 5014, Burnaby |
|
D212 |
We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5005, Burnaby |
|
D214 |
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
WMC 2507, Burnaby |
|
D215 |
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
WMC 2523, Burnaby |
|
D900 |
Seong Choi |
Tu 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM Th 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
SRYE 1002, Surrey SRYE 1002, Surrey |
Focused on basic competencies in macroeconomics, this course is suitable for business and other students not intending to specialize in economics. Topics include GDP, economic growth, business cycles, unemployment, inflation, money, monetary and fiscal policies, exchange rates, government debt, globalization and trade policy. Economic literacy is an important part of the course. Students who have taken ECON 105 first may not then take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Soc.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Joshua Boitnott |
Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
WMC 3520, Burnaby |
D101 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5006, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5005, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5004, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
WMC 3255, Burnaby |
|
D109 |
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
BLU 10901, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5039, Burnaby |
Examines literary “classics”, variously defined, apprehending them both on their own terms and within larger critical conversations. May incorporate the comparative study of work in related artistic fields and engage relevant media trends. Includes attention to writing skills. Students with credit for ENGL 101W may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Michael Everton |
Tu, Th 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby |
D101 |
We 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
AQ 2120, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
We 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
RCB 7100, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
We 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM |
AQ 5047, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
We 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5014, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
We 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5025, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
We 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
SWH 10061, Burnaby |
|
D109 |
We 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
RCB 6100, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
AQ 5019, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5026, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
Introduces students to contemporary works of literature in English and/or contemporary approaches to interpreting literature. May focus on one or multiple genres. Includes attention to writing skills. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|
C100 | Distance Education |
Introduces students to plays and performance works created and adapted for the stage, and/or the performative dimensions of other literary forms. May be organized historically, generically or thematically. The course may also explore the links between literary and performance theory. Includes attention to writing skills. Students with credit for ENGL 103W may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Paul Budra |
Mo, We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
EDB 7618, Burnaby |
D103 |
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
RCB 8105, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
RCB 8104, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
RCB 8104, Burnaby |
|
D109 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5035, Burnaby |
|
D110 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
RCB 6101, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 2523, Burnaby |
|
D112 |
Th 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5019, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
We 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
TASC2 7201, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM |
WMC 2521, Burnaby |
|
D700 |
Mo, We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
SRYC 5380, Surrey |
|
D701 |
Mo 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
SRYC 5320, Surrey |
|
D702 |
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
SRYC 5060, Surrey |
|
D703 |
We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
SRYC 5320, Surrey |
Introduces students to the relationships between writing and purpose, between the features of texts and their meaning and effects. May focus on one or more literary or non-literary genres, including (but not limited to) essays, oratory, autobiography, poetry, and journalism. Includes attention to writing skills. Students with credit for ENGL 104W may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
Alys Avalos Rivera |
Th 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
SWH 10081, Burnaby |
D103 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5004, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Tu 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5026, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
SWH 10075, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Th 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Th 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D110 |
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 2120, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
Th 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
RCB 8105, Burnaby |
|
D112 |
Th 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 3533, Burnaby |
An Introduction to the study of literature within the wider cultural field, with a focus on contemporary issues across genres and media. Students with credit for ENGL 105W may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
JD Fleming |
We, Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
SWH 10081, Burnaby |
D101 |
We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
BLU 11911, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
RCB 5125, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5035, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
We 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
AQ 2122, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
We 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
AQ 5004, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
We 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
BLU 10921, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM |
AQ 5029, Burnaby |
|
D110 |
Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5019, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5026, Burnaby |
|
D112 |
Fr 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
RCB 8104, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
Fr 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5026, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
Fr 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D115 |
Fr 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5026, Burnaby |
An introduction to reading and writing from a rhetorical perspective. The course treats reading and writing as activities that take place in particular circumstances and situations, in contrast to the traditional emphasis on decontextualized, formal features of texts. It prepares students for reading and writing challenges they are likely to encounter within and beyond the classroom. Prerequisite: 12 units. Students with credit for ENGL 199 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
C100 | Distance Education | ||
E100 |
Alys Avalos Rivera |
Th 5:30 PM – 8:20 PM |
RCB 5118, Burnaby |
An introduction to some of the central problems of philosophy. Topics to be discussed include the different theories of reality; the nature and sources of knowledge, truth, evidence, and reason; the justification of belief and knowledge about the universe. These topics and problems will be considered as they arise in the context of issues such as: relativism versus absolutism; the existence of God; personal identity; the nature of the mind and its relation to the body; free will and determinism; the possibility of moral knowledge. Open to all students. Students with credit for PHIL 100 or PHIL 300 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
D100 |
David Heide |
Mo, We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
SSCB 9200, Burnaby |
D101 |
Mo 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5029, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5046, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5019, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5046, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5026, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5019, Burnaby |
|
D109 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5029, Burnaby |
|
D110 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
RCB 8105, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 2120, Burnaby |
|
D112 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
RCB 8104, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
RCB 6101, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 2120, Burnaby |
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D115 |
We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
RCB 8105, Burnaby |
|
D116 |
We 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
|
D117 |
We 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
|
D118 |
Mo 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
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D119 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
An introduction to the evaluation of arguments as they are encountered in everyday life. The central aim will be to sharpen skills of reasoning and argumentation by understanding how arguments work and learning to distinguish those which actually prove what they set out to show from those which do not. Open to all students. Students with credit for PHIL XX1 may not take this course for further credit. Q/Breadth-Social Sci/Sciences.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Lyle Crawford |
Tu 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
SSCB 9201, Burnaby |
D101 |
Mo 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5048, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5038, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5017, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5028, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Tu 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5017, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Tu 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5028, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
Tu 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
WMC 3515, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Tu 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
AQ 5028, Burnaby |
|
D109 |
Tu 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
AQ 5051, Burnaby |
|
D110 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5048, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
|
D112 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
BLU 11901, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5017, Burnaby |
|
D115 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5049, Burnaby |
|
D116 |
Tu 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
AQ 5035, Burnaby |
The aim of this course is to familiarize students with fundamental techniques of correct reasoning. Special attention is given to the methods of logic in particular, and to their role in the discovery of truth not only within science and philosophy but within all forms of rational enquiry. Open to all students. Quantitative.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Thomas Donaldson |
Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
SSCB 9200, Burnaby |
D101 |
Mo 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5036, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5049, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5038, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5027, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 2523, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 2521, Burnaby |
|
D107 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
RCB 6101, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
RCB 6101, Burnaby |
|
D109 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
WMC 3531, Burnaby |
|
D110 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
|
D112 |
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 5049, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5038, Burnaby |
|
D115 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5050, Burnaby |
|
D116 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5008, Burnaby |
A critical examination of a range of moral and legal issues we confront in our dealings with the state and our fellow human beings, such as: Is it wrong to break the law? Should pornography and recreational drugs be illegal? Do animals have rights? Is there a duty to admit immigrants? Are there duties to the world's poor? Are indigenous peoples owed reparations? Students with credit for PHIL 120 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Bruno Guindon |
Tu 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
SSCC 9001, Burnaby |
D101 |
Mo 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5046, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5019, Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
AQ 5019, Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Tu 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
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D107 |
Tu 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D108 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
WMC 3531, Burnaby |
|
D109 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 2120, Burnaby |
|
D110 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5026, Burnaby |
|
D111 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5020, Burnaby |
|
D112 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5025, Burnaby |
|
D113 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 2120, Burnaby |
|
D114 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5026, Burnaby |
|
D115 |
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
AQ 2120, Burnaby |
|
D116 |
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
RCB 8105, Burnaby |
|
D117 |
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
RCB 8104, Burnaby |
|
D118 |
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
AQ 5015, Burnaby |
|
D119 |
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
RCB 7105, Burnaby |
|
D120 |
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
BLU 11911, Burnaby |
|
D121 |
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5046, Burnaby |
|
D122 |
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5029, Burnaby |
|
D123 |
Tu 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5029, Burnaby |
|
D124 |
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 5602, Burnaby |
A survey of some classic texts in the history of philosophy. See the course outline for more detail on the specific figures and themes covered. Open to all students. Students with credit for PHIL 151 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Nicolas Bommarito |
Mo 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 3149, Burnaby AQ 3153, Burnaby |
Explores literary texts from diverse linguistic and cultural origins while introducing students to the fundamentals of comparative literary analysis and critical writing. May examine cross-cultural interactions, or compare texts thematically. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Kenneth Seigneurie |
Mo 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 3149, Burnaby |
D101 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 3251, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
AQ 5017, Burnaby |
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D103 |
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
AQ 2122, Burnaby |
Introduces ways of comparing early world literatures across time and space. May explore fundamental themes such as love, heroism, or the underworld. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Maria Barraza |
Th 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
RCB 6125, Burnaby |
D101 |
Th 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM |
AQ 5038, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Th 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
AQ 5050, Burnaby |
Introduces ways of comparing modern world literatures across time and space. May explore topics such as revolution, technology, or existentialism. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Mark Deggan |
Tu 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM |
WMC 3220, Burnaby |
D101 |
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM |
WMC 2268, Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
WMC 3250, Burnaby |
Incorporates academic and creative writing assignments through hands-on exploration of language, literacy, and literature across cultures. Includes translation exercises and writing workshops. Additional language fluency highly recommended but not required. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
* any one of these courses may be replaced by any three unspecified transfer units in English or in ENGL-Writing at the 100- or 200-level.
Upper Division Requirements
Core Courses
Students must complete all core courses with a minimum C- grade.
At least 16 upper division BUS units are required including all of the following core courses
Builds on fundamental concepts introduced in financial accounting and examines a variety of tools and techniques used by managers to operate a business. Introduces the principles, concepts, and techniques of financial management, with an emphasis on financial managers, financial markets, and investment decisions. Prerequisite: This course is only open to students admitted to the business administration minor between Fall 2012 - Summer 2016 and who have credit for BUS 251 with a minimum grade of C- and 45 units, OR to students admitted to the business administration minor Fall 2016 - onwards and who have credit for BUS 251 with a minimum grade of C-, 45 units, and corequisite: BUS 200.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Tu, Th 8:30 AM – 10:20 AM |
WMC 2220, Burnaby |
Identifies how Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) formulate strategies and what organizational capabilities are needed to support these strategies in order to produce international competitive advantages. Students will study the criteria for assessing strategic and organizational capabilities of MNEs to determine solutions for increasing organizational performance. Prerequisite: This course is only open to students admitted to the business administration minor between Fall 2012 - Summer 2016 and who have 45 units, OR to students admitted to the business administration minor Fall 2016 - onwards and who have 45 units, and corequisite: BUS 200.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Fr 12:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
WMC 2220, Burnaby |
Provides an introduction to the field and practice of marketing. Takes an expansive approach and addresses how people, ideas, organizations, and places, as well as more conventional products/services, are marketed. The course goes beyond theory and challenges students to apply these concepts to real world situations. Prerequisite: This course is only open to students admitted to the business administration minor between Fall 2012 - Summer 2016 and who have 45 units, OR to students admitted to the business administration minor Fall 2016 - onwards and who have 45 units, and corequisite: BUS 200. Students with credit for BUS 343 may not take BUS 341 for further credit.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Mo 2:30 PM – 5:20 PM |
WMC 2230, Burnaby |
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D101 |
Mo 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM |
WMC 2230, Burnaby |
Organizational opportunities exist in social and commercial contexts at organizational and individual levels. Through intensive experiential learning, students will experience firsthand the challenges involved in the discovery, evaluation and implementation of activating opportunities. Prerequisite: BUS 311 (or BUS 254 and BUS 312), BUS 340, BUS 341, all with a minimum grade of C-; 60 units. The course is only open to students in the business minor program.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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D100 |
Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM Th 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM |
BLU 9920, Burnaby WMC 2200, Burnaby |
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E100 |
Tu 5:30 PM – 9:20 PM |
WMC 3535, Burnaby |