september – december brItIsH cOLUmbIA INstItUte OF tecHNOLOGY
pArt-tIme stUdIes
FALL 2008
bcit.ca/fall 604.456.1122 1.866.656.1241WeLcOme tO pArt-tIme stUdIes At bcIt
At BCIT, our Part-time Studies courses are designed to help you
get where you want to go at a pace that’s right for you.
No matter where you’re headed – gearing up for a promotion, keeping up with industry changes or upgrading
your skills – our exceptional blend of academic learning and applied skills will get you on track – fast.
Our courses are offered in the afternoons, evenings, on weekends, and through online and distance education,
as well as compressed one- or two-week daytime formats. Some offerings are as short as one or two days.
Courses are offered at the Burnaby Campus as well as our Downtown, Marine, and Aerospace campuses.
HOW tO Use tHIs GUIdeBrowse through the pages and read about areas of study and programs that interest you. The courses we offer this term appear as lists throughout. Once you find a course that interests you, visit bcit.ca/fall, and enter the eight character course code to pull up a full course description including dates, times, locations and price.
While you can register for many Part-time Studies courses without being admitted to a particular program, some courses may require departmental approval before you can register. If earning a credential is what you’re after, you’ll find detailed program information available online for the certificate, diploma or bachelor’s degree of your choice.
serVIces FOr pArt-tIme stUdeNts bcit.ca/currentstudents
> Aboriginal Services > Bookstore > Campus Tours > Counselling > Disability Resource Centre > Distance & Online Learning
> Harassment & Discrimination > Health Services > International Credential Evaluation Service > International Student Centre
> IT Services > Library > myBCIT > Parking > Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition > Program Advising > Recreation Services > Safety & Security > Student Employment Services > Student Financial Aid & Awards > Student Records.
HOW tO reGIster
September – December 2008 Term
ONLINe – Registration opens June 1. Visit bcit.ca/fall.
bY mAIL Or FAx – Download the registration form at bcit.ca/fall. Fax it to 604.430.1331 or mail it to the address below, attention: PTS Student Information and Enrolment Services.
IN persON – Visit a BCIT campus during office hours.
bY pHONe – Call 604.456.1122 or 1.866.656.1241.
For information on Part-time Studies regulations, registration, fees and refunds, please visit bcit.ca/ pts. The content of this part-time flyer is current at the time of publishing. BCIT reserves the right to update information without notice. The most current information is available at bcit.ca/study. british columbia
Institute of technology 3700 Willingdon Avenue burnaby, bc cANAdA V5G 3H2
For other locations, please visit bcit.ca/about/locations
AcAdemIc stUdIes, trANsFer ANd UpGrAdING
Are you looking to upgrade your skills in a core academic
subject such as chemistry or math? Do you need
to enhance your communication skills or work on your
English? Or maybe you want to explore different career
options or pursue a degree?
In this section you will find information on BCIT’s credentials and course offerings
in mathematics, sciences, communication, liberal studies, career preparation, and
more. We also provide custom training workshops for industry.
Academic studies, transfer and Upgrading
Areas of study
> Career Development
> Chemistry
> Communication
> Degrees
> English Assessment
> Industry Services
> Liberal Studies
> Mathematics
> Physics
> Professional English Language Development
> Technical Writing
bcit.ca/fall
cAreer, edUcAtIONAL
ANd persONAL deVeLOpmeNt
bcit.ca/counselling/futureLooking to find a career path that’s right for you? Learn more about the steps in the career planning process, and explore your career options.
courses offered this term:
> CEPD 0101 Career Testing
> CEPD 0102 Career Search Workshop
cHemIstrY
bcit.ca/cas/chemistry/ptscourses
Learn analytical chemistry from dynamic instructors that will equip you with the theory and practical skills you are looking for.
courses offered this term:
> CHEM 5000 A Practical Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
> CHEM 5002 HPLC Techniques > CHEM 5006 GC/MS and Applications
eNGLIsH AssessmeNt
bcit.ca/cas/communication/assessment 604.412.7506The Communication Department provides assess-ments of English language proficiency in several areas: writing, speaking, and reading comprehension. For more information on assessment, including sample test questions and frequently asked questions, visit our website or contact [email protected].
Assessments offered:
> COMM 0015 English Competency Assessment > COMM 0033 Spoken English Assessment
prOFessIONAL eNGLIsH LANGUAGe
deVeLOpmeNt (peLd)
(FOrmerLY pre-eNtrY cOmmUNIcAtION)
bcit.ca/cas/communication/peld 604.456.8089These courses are practical and designed to help you upgrade your English in order to enter a BCIT full-time program, or improve your English at work. If you have further questions, contact [email protected].
courses offered this term:
> COMM 0009 PELD Placement Test
> COMM 0071 Foundations of Technical and Business English for ESL Speakers (Level 1)
> COMM 0003 Writing, Speaking, Listening, and Reading Skills for Technical Communication for Second Language Students (Level 2)
> COMM 0004 Technical Communication Skills for Second Language Students (Level 3)
> COMM 0005 Technical English and Learning Skills for Second Language Students (Level 4)
> COMM 0008 Technical English and Learning Skills (Level 4)
> COMM 0011 Effective Presentation Skills for EAL Speakers
> COMM 0012 English for Professionals for Speakers of English as an Additional Language
> COMM 0030 Oral Fluency for Business and Technical Communication
> COMM 0031 Oral Fluency for Health Sciences > COMM 0032 Advanced Oral Communication
Techniques
> COMM 0045 English Language Training Support > COMM 0065 Communication Learning Centre
cOmmUNIcAtION
bcit.ca/cas/communication 604.412.7506
Get the writing and speaking skills you need to succeed in today’s workplace. We offer a wide range of courses, covering everything from writing letters and formal reports to delivering technical briefings and sales presentations.
courses offered this term:
> COMM 1103 Introduction to Business and Technical Communication
> COMM 1106 Introduction to Business and Technical Communication (With Language Development Component)
> COMM 1120 Technical Communication 1 for Interior Design
> COMM 2202 Business and Technical Correspondence
> COMM 2203 Business and Technical Reports
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte IN tecHNIcAL WrItING
bcit.ca/cas/techwriting 604.412.7506
If you enjoy writing, have a logical mind, and a knack for problem solving, technical writing may be the career for you. Technical writing is a growing field with high income potential. Attend an information session to find out more. To register for one of our information sessions, go to bcit.ca/infosessions. If you have further questions, contact [email protected].
courses offered this term:
> COMM 1007 Technical Writing Style > COMM 1008 Technical Editing and Grammar > COMM 1009 Technical Writing: Definitions,
Instructions and Process Descriptions
> COMM 1013 Documentation Project Management > COMM 1040 Technical Documentation Graphics > COMM 1110 Writing for the Web
> COMM 1260 Designing and Writing Online Help > COMM 2206 Writing and Testing Software Manuals > COMM 2207 Single-Sourcing for Technical Writers > COMM 2210 Industry Project for Technical Writers
select one of the following electives:
> COMP 1850 Intro Web Development and Design > COMP 2007 MS Office 2007
> COMP 2369 MS Word 2007
deGrees
bcit.ca/study/credentials
BCIT degrees provide graduates with both theoretical knowledge and advanced skills that can be applied in the workplace. Currently BCIT offers 21 baccalaureate degrees. Degrees are offered in full-time, part-time or by distance and online learning to accommodate individual needs and schedules.
> Bachelor of Engineering
> Civil Engineering (full-time program only) > Electrical Engineering (full-time program only) > Mechanical Engineering (full-time program only) > Bachelor of Science in Nursing
> Nursing (full-time program only) > Specialty Nursing
> Bachelor of Science (Honours)
> Biotechnology (full-time program only) > Bachelor of Business Administration > Bachelor of Technology degrees: > Accounting
> Architectural Science (full-time program only) > Computer Systems
> Construction Management > Electronics
> Environmental Engineering Technology > Environmental Health (full-time program only) > Forensic Investigation
> Geomatics (full-time program only) > Management
> Management – Health Specialty > Manufacturing
> Medical Imaging
> Radiation Therapy (full-time program only) > Technology Management
Degrees achievable through Part-time Studies are described in more detail throughout this guide.
AcAdemIc stUdIes, trANsFer ANd UpGrAdING
INdUstrY serVIces
bcit.ca/cas/industry/training 604.451.7065
The Communication Department frequently adapts communication training to suit industry needs. We can provide one- to five-day workshops, or weekly classes at your location, on a variety of professional communication topics. Please visit our website for a full list of workshops that we offer.
cONsULtING serVIces ANd INdUstrY prOjects
bcit.ca/cas/communication 604.451.7065
Looking for communication expertise? Our experts can take anything from manuals to business plans from concept to completion. In addition, our Technical Writing Certificate students and grads are available with up-to-date training for industry projects.
LANGUAGe AssessmeNt serVIces FOr INdUstrY
bcit.ca/cas/industry/training 604.412.7491
The Communication Department can assess English proficiency in: writing, speaking, listening, and reading comprehension. As a follow-up, several options to improve language proficiency are available including short intensive workshops, seminars, or access to online materials and a state-of-the-art pronunciation practice lab. For information, contact [email protected].
LIberAL stUdIes
bcit.ca/cas/liberalstudies 604.456.1179
All BCIT bachelor’s degrees require you to complete a minimum of 12 credits (usually four courses) of 7000-level Liberal Studies courses. These courses provide essential breadth beyond a specific discipline, explore approaches to enduring human concerns, and enhance competence in critical reasoning and decision making.
courses offered this term:
> ENGL 1177 Academic Writing
> LIBS 7001 Critical Reading and Writing > LIBS 7002 Applied Ethics
> LIBS 7005 Technology, Invention and Power > LIBS 7006 Philosophy of Science
> LIBS 7007 Technology Across Cultures > LIBS 7008 Logic and Practical Reasoning > LIBS 7009 Humour Studies
> LIBS 7020 Selected Topics – Holocausts and Genocides: 21st Century Perspectives
mAtHemAtIcs
bcit.ca/cas/math 604.456.1179
Do you need to upgrade your math skills? Our math courses are specifically designed to provide practical skills to apply to your technical studies or on the job.
courses offered this term:
> MATH 0001 Technical Mathematics Introduction > MATH 0002 Technical Math: Introduction > MATH 0007 Foundations of Mathematics
> MATH 1012 Technical Mathematics 2: Logarithms and Analytical Geometry
> MATH 1041 Trigonometry > MATH 1042 Logarithms > MATH 1043 Analytic Geometry
> MATH 1044 Trigonometry for Renewable Resources > MATH 1490 Calculus for Mechanical Part 1 > MATH 2011 Technical Mathematics 3: Calculus > MATH 2041 Calculus Part 1
> MATH 2042 Calculus Part 2 > MATH 2043 Calculus Part 3
> MATH 2044 Calculus 3 Civil and Structural > MATH 2490 Calculus for Mechanical Part 2 > MATH 3490 Numerical Methods Mechanical
pHYsIcs
bcit.ca/cas/physics/ptscourses
At BCIT, most of the programs in the Engineering and Health technologies have an entry requirement of Physics 11. You will meet this requirement with our pre-entry Physics 0309 course. We also offer a number of other Part-time Studies courses.
course offered this term:
> PHYS 0309 Pre-Entry Physics 1
tecHNOLOGY eNtrY (te)
UpGrAdING prOGrAm
bcit.ca/cas/techentry 604.451.6994
If you want solid academic preparation before entering a BCIT Technology program, this 15-week program is for you. Improve your skills in core areas such as communication, mathematics, chemistry and physics in order to meet program prerequisites. TE can also provide BC educational equivalents to supplement credentials earned in other school systems. TE is a great opportunity for you to strengthen your skills and explore BCIT program options at the same time. Upcoming intakes include September 2008 (Grade 11 science stream only) and January 2009 (includes Grade 12 science stream option). TE now offers Grade 12 science courses for prospective Civil Engineering students or others who need Chemistry 12 and Physics 12 to meet their Technology program entrance requirements.
bUsINess ANd medIA
BCIT offers a broad range of Part-time Studies seminars,
courses and credential programs to help you reach your goals
in every aspect of business, from financial management and
operations management, to marketing and media.
Enrol in a seminar to stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends, take a course to build your skill
set and improve your job performance, or work towards a credential to establish a rewarding career.
Every offering is taught by industry experienced instructors, many of whom still work in their fields,
so you get real world, relevant skills you can put to work right away. Flexible formats including
week-long, evening or online and distance education, mean you can find courses that work with your
schedule. Best of all, your BCIT training won’t go unnoticed. For more than 40 years, BCIT has
established itself as the premier provider of the applied business education that industry respects.
business and media Areas of study
> Airport Operations
> Broadcast and Media Communications
> Business Administration
> Call/Contact Centre Training
> Digital Arts
> Financial Management and Accounting
> General Insurance and
Risk Management
> Marketing/Tourism Management
> Operations Management
bUsINess ANd medIA
bUsINess ANd medIA
cUstOmIZed INdUstrY serVIces
bcit.ca/business/industryBCIT’s School of Business can provide your business with customized training in the classroom or on-site at your workplace. Find out how we can help improve your employees’ skill set and efficiency with training developed specifically for your company.
business Administration 604.451.6784 broadcast and media 604.456.8148 call centre 604.622.7838 digital Arts 778.928.2341 Financial management 604.432.8609 marketing management 604.432.8611 Operations management 604.432.8611 Venture development 604.412.7651
AIrpOrt OperAtIONs
bcit.ca/transportation/aerospace 604.419.3753The effective operation of airports in Canada requires people with specialized skills in ground handling, airport security and emergency response, airfield operations and baggage/gate schedulers and more.
courses offered this term:
> AVAO 1150 Introduction to Airport and Airside Operations
> AVAO 2260 Airport Security Systems
brOAdcAst ANd medIA
cOmmUNIcAtIONs
bcit.ca/business/broadcast 604.456.8148
Broadcast and Media Communications provide a wide variety of interesting, stimulating, and challenging
Part-time Studies courses in radio broadcasting, television and video production, film, and broadcast journalism. We offer courses which can be taken on their own or as part of a management certificate or an associate certificate.
rAdIO mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte prOGrAm
bcit.ca/610bmcert
Get the skills you need to enter the exciting world of radio with this management certificate program. You’ll learn a strong foundation of business skills and industry-specific operations including writing, interviewing, announcing, and much more.
teLeVIsION mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte prOGrAm
bcit.ca/610cmcert
Designed for people who are interested in pursuing a behind-the-scenes career in TV. Learn about television planning, production, editing, along with general business skills.
brOAdcAst jOUrNALIsm
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte prOGrAm
bcit.ca/610amcert
Does journalism excite you? Do you want to be a part of bringing the news to people? This program will give you the skills you need, including a foundation of business skills, advanced writing for broadcast, interviewing skills, editing, and more.
prOFessIONAL edItING
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte prOGrAm
bcit.ca/6170acert
This program delivers skills that can be used to document culture, a move that could then produce content for new media outlets including television
and the Internet. There are also other opportunities for corporate video production, weddings, school or sports productions, news-finder video, and more.
broadcast and media communications courses offered this term:
transferable to day school programs*
> BCST 1033 Preparing for Your Business Career > BCST 1052 Introduction to Digital Audio > BCST 1057 Documentary Making for Radio > BCST 1058 Entertainment Reporting > BCST 1061 Writing for Television > BCST 1062 Educational and Corporate
Video Production
> BCST 1063 Developing Documentaries > BCST 1082 Recording Engineering Basics > BCST 1085 ProTools Level 1
> BCST 1101 Technical Introduction* > BCST 1112 Contemporary Issues 1 > BCST 1133 Copywriting for Television* > BCST 1140 Broadcast Industry Operations* > BCST 1142 Introduction to Broadcast and Media > BCST 1143 The Music Business and the
Broadcast Industry*
> BCST 1144 Writing for the Media > BCST 1145 Copywriting for Radio* > BCST 1146 Art of Promotions & Publicity > BCST 1147 Broadcast Writing
> BCST 1148 Interviewing for Radio and Television > BCST 1150 Radio Broadcasting Introduction > BCST 1151 Radio and TV Announcing* > BCST 1156 Radio/TV Announcing Workshop > BCST 1160 TV Broadcasting and Video Introduction > BCST 1162 The Basics of Single Camera Shooting > BCST 1165 Video Editing Workshop
> BCST 1170 Broadcast Journalism Introduction > BCST 1172 Investigative Reporting
> BCST 1173 Sports Broadcasting
> BCST 1180 Intro to AVID Non-linear Video Editing > BCST 1256 Radio Sound Design 1
> BCST 2082 AVID DVD Authoring and Post-Production
> BCST 2083 AVID 3D Animation and AfterFX > BCST 2084 AVID Advanced Post-Production > BCST 2085 ProTools Level 2
> BCST 2222 Theory of Colour Television Systems* > BCST 2223 TV Production Planning*
bcit.ca/fall
> BCST 2262 Advanced Single Video Camera Shooting Techniques
> BCST 2265 Advanced Editing/Production > BCST 2280 AVID Non-linear Level 2 > BCST 3000 Practicum Professional Editing
Associate Certificate Program
FilmFLex INdUstrY pArtNersHIp
certIFIcAte prOGrAm
bcit.ca/business/filmflex Intake: November 2008
Do you have a vision but don’t know how to “reel-ize” it? Do you have an idea for a film or television program you want to produce or learn more about the production process? If so, the BCIT FilmFLEX program may be for you. You will learn all aspects of digital filmmaking using the latest in digital technology. It is ideally suited to those individuals interested in becoming an independent film maker.
bUsINess AdmINIstrAtION
bcit.ca/business/admin 604.432.8860
prOFessIONAL WOrksHOp serIes
These non-credit seminars and workshops provide participants with management and leadership skills training in one- and two-day formats. All sessions focus on employee development. These workshops are presented by professionals in their respective fields and provide a high quality learning experience that will improve your job performance.
business Administration workshops offered this term:
> BTCW 0102 Leadership Skills > BTCW 0106 Time Management and
Productivity Skills
> BTCW 0117 Training Skills for Trainers > BTCW 0131 Managing Relations
in a Union Environment
> BTCW 0137 Managing Conflict in the Workplace > BTCW 0151 Facilitating Skills
> BTCW 0152 Making Meetings Effective > BTCW 0155 Leading Practices in EI > BTCW 0164 Strategic Risk Management > BTCW 0167 Diversity at Work: Building your
Organization Through Inclusion
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte IN e-cOmmerce
bcit.ca/5975acert
Designed to provide you with the knowledge and insight to formulate strategy, plan, develop and manage the use of e-commerce technologies. You will examine this rapidly expanding and ever-changing field by studying the global impact of technology and business applications.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte IN LeAdersHIp
bcit.ca/6830acert
In today’s business environment, success is dependent on leadership skills at all levels in the organization. Excellent leaders foster high performance teams with the intent of realizing mutual goals while pursuing continuous improvement and development.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte IN bUsINess mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/6245mcert
This credential offers an integrated overview of the key skills for management success in the workplace. If you complete any of our associate certificates, you can use the credits towards this management certificate. Core requirements are enhanced by a broad range of contemporary courses.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte IN e-cOmmerce
bcit.ca/5975mcert
This e-commerce certificate offers expanded skill development in website design, applied Internet technology and business strategy. Designed for business generalists who wish to develop a working knowledge of e-commerce, this exciting state-of-the-art program is taught by professionals and prepares you for the dynamic world of electronic business.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
IN HUmAN resOUrces mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/625amcert
Highly regarded by industry, this management certificate offers contemporary courses covering a number of specific areas of study to provide an introduction to this expanding field. Students who hold any one of our associate certificates may use those credits towards this credential. Note: new HR program matrix effective January 2008. Students
with program approvals should continue to follow their approved program of studies.
seNIOr mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte IN HUmAN resOUrces mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/625asmcert
If you have career goals which include the CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) designation, this program helps prepare you. The CHRP designation is earned through a national examination-based process. Note: Effective January 1, 2011, individuals will require a university degree to apply for the CHRP designation.
business Administration classroom and online courses offered this term:
transferable to day school diploma program*
> BLAW 3100 Business Law* > BLAW 3905 Employment Law > BUSA 1005 Introduction to Business* > BUSA 1305 Supervisory Skills
> BUSA 2005 Principles of Management* > BUSA 2205 Entrepreneurial Management > BUSA 2705 Teamwork Skills
> BUSA 2905 Managing Conflict in the Workplace > BUSA 3105 Leadership 1 – Interpersonal Skills > BUSA 3155 Leadership 2 – Team Skills
> BUSA 3165 Leadership 3 – Leading Organizations > BUSA 4800 Management Policy*
> ECON 1150 Economic Issues > ECON 2100 Microeconomics* > ECON 2200 Macroeconomics*
> HRMG 2805 Health and Safety Workplaces > HRMG 3105 Human Resource Management
Fundamentals
> HRMG 3155 Enhancing People Skills
“ BCIT’s FilmFLEX program includes every aspect of the film and entertainment industry. Not only were we taught the entire process of filmmaking, we also learned key skills such as planning, budgeting and incorporating a business. Since graduating, I have had the opportunity to do a lot of freelance film work. In 2007, I travelled to Northern Ontario to work on several documentary projects with First Nation communities. It was an amazing experience and it would not have been possible without my BCIT training.”
kimmy Alexander
bUsINess ANd medIA
> HRMG 3205 Labour Relations 1 > HRMG 3255 Labour Relations 2 > HRMG 3305 Recruitment and Selection > HRMG 3505 Training and Development
> HRMG 4145 Human Resource Management Systems > HRMG 4405 Total Compensation Management
and Strategy
> HRMG 4605 Human Resource Planning > ORGB 1105 Organizational Behaviour* > ORGB 2505 Interpersonal Skills
dIstANce ANd ONLINe LeArNING
bcit.ca/distance 604.451.7134
Learn at home or at the office. All courses carry the same credit as the classroom. Some courses require in-class or proctored final exams. Please contact your instructor during the first week of classes. Note: To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7–10 hours per course each week on your studies starting with the first week. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions are required to achieve a passing final grade.
distance and Online courses:
transferable to day school diploma program*
> BLAW 3100 Business Law* > BLAW 3905 Employment Law > BUSA 1005 Introduction to Business* > BUSA 1305 Supervisory Skills
> BUSA 2005 Principles of Management* > BUSA 2215 Performance Management > BUSA 3455 Introduction to E-commerce > BUSA 3465 E-Business Systems
> BUSA 7250 Management Skills and Applications
> ECON 1150 Economic Issues
> HRMG 3105 Human Resource Management > HRMG 4155 Performance Management > ORGB 1105 Organizational Behavior*
> ORGB 2605 Managing an Organizational Change
bAcHeLOr OF
bUsINess AdmINIstrAtION
bcit.ca/business/bba 604.412.7486
The BCIT Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree provides students the skills to meet the need for highly trained managers in business, industry, and government. The program is specifically designed to give BCIT diploma graduates the opportunity to earn a degree in business administration. Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) courses are taken as part of the BBA degree.
bachelor of business Administration courses offered this year:
fall ’08 = F winter ’09 = W spring/summer ’09 = s
> BUSA 5200 Business, Government
and Society F W S
> BUSA 6800 Strategic Management F W S
> ECON 5200 Intermediate
Macroeconomic Analysis F W
> ECON 6500 Managerial Economics F W S
> ORGB 5600 Implementing Strategic Change F W
> OPMT 5700 Pre-calculus for Management F W S
> OPMT 5701 Calculus for Management F W
> OPMT 5740 Integrated MIS F W S
> OPMT 5751 Math Models for Business F W S
> BIOT 4001 Biotechnology for
Business Studies F W
bAcHeLOr OF tecHNOLOGY
IN mANAGemeNt ANd bAcHeLOr
OF tecHNOLOGY IN mANAGemeNt
– HeALtH specIALtY
bcit.ca/business/mgmtdegree 604.456.8070 bcit.ca/8750btech
BCIT is proud to offer Canada’s first competency-based undergraduate management degree. The Bachelor of Technology in Management degree provides management skills through competency-based curriculum.
If you are working either as a supervisor, manager or team leader and want to develop and enhance your management knowledge and skills, improve your on-the-job performance, and continue to work full-time while completing a management degree, this program is for you.
bachelor of technology management distance courses offered this term:
> MGMT 8010 Demonstrate Self-Awareness > MGMT 8110 Communicate Effectively > MGMT 8125 Building Effective Working
Relationships
> MGMT 8215 Develop Leadership Roles > MGMT 8220 Foster Teamwork > MGMT 8230 Lead Effectively > MGMT 8315 Prepare for Change > MGMT 8320 Plan Quality Change > MGMT 8330 Manage Change
> MGMT 8410 Manage a Work Unit’s Human Resources
> MGMT 8420 Manage Financial Resources > MGMT 8435 Manage Operational Performance > MGMT 8510 Know the Global Issues Affecting
Your Industry
> MGMT 8520 Determine Implications of Law and Organizational Regulations
> MGMT 8530 Organizational and Personal Ethics > MGMT 8615 Think Strategically
> MGMT 8620 Formulate Strategies > MGMT 8630 Implement Strategies
bcit.ca/fall
cALL/cONtAct ceNtre trAINING
bcit.ca/business/cce 604.622.7838
tHe cALL ceNtre OF exceLLeNce bOOt cAmp
bcit.ca/business/cce/bootcamp
The “Boot Camp” workshop fast tracks your career within the dynamic call/contact centre industry in five (5) Saturdays. Aquire job-ready skills, meet prestigious employers looking to hire, and also tour a call centre. Our Boot Camp workshop gives you practice on the telephone (hearing your own voice), while using your computer skills to answer customer questions. If you are looking for a career change to full-time or part-time work while you are going to school, please contact us. If you have work experience, customer service and computer experience, this could be a great opportunity for you!
> CLCR 1090 Call Centre of Excellence Boot Camp
tHe cALL ceNtre OF exceLLeNce AGeNt trAINING
bcit.ca/business/cce/courses/agenttraining
This entry-level agent training program is currently being redesigned. Keep checking our website for more information.
WOrksHOp serIes FOr cALL ceNtres
bcit.ca/business/cce/courses/agentworkshops
BCIT’s one- and two-day Call Centre Agent Training workshops develop the skills of today’s call/contact centre agents and help desk/support representatives. Stay up-to-date with the latest industry practices.
> CLCR 1040 Customer Service Skills > CLCR 1050 Professional Telephone Sales
> CLCR 1060 Team Dynamics and Stress Management > CLCR 1070 Communicating through Conflict
mANAGemeNt trAINING FOr tOdAY’s cALL ceNtres
bcit.ca/business/cce/courses/managementworkshops
If you are a team leader, supervisor or manager of a call/ contact centre and want to increase your skill set and ensure you understand the latest practices used in industry, take these courses. A statement of completion will be granted upon completion.
call centre management training courses offered this term:
> CLCR 2001 Coaching for Improved Performance > CLCR 2003 Motivating Your Call Centre Agents > CLCR 2004 Understanding Call Centre Metrics > CLCR 2005 Enhancing Leadership Effectiveness > CLCR 2006 Quality Call Monitoring
> CLCR 2007 Managing Team Dynamics
> CLCR 2008 Stress and Time Management for Managers > CLCR 2009 Training Techniques for the Call Centre Trainer > CLCR 2010 Effective Business Writing
dIGItAL Arts
bcit.ca/business/digitalarts 778.928.2341
Are you interested in a career in the arts? The Digital Arts department offers specialized training in basic computer animation, graphic design, and web development, giving you a dramatic head start in exciting, dynamic, and successful careers.
GrApHIc cOmmUNIcAtIONs cOUrses FOr tHe prINt INdUstrY
bcit.ca/business/digitalarts/courses
This course provides information and hands-on technical training in commercial printing and binding, giving you the knowledge to get started or advance your career in the printing and publishing industry.
> GTEC 2263 Digital Printing > GTEC 3110 Estimating
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte IN medIA tecHNIQUes FOr bUsINess
bcit.ca/6450mcert
This program integrates Media Techniques for Business courses with those from other disciplines. You have a wide range of electives to choose giving you the ability to develop a personalized program that meets your specific goals.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte IN medIA tecHNIQUes ANd mArketING cOmmUNIcAtION
bcit.ca/630pmcert
A hands-on program designed to combine the strategic approach of marketing communications with the techniques of multimedia technology. Valuable to anyone who wishes to pursue a career in the communications area of any business.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte IN desktOp pUbLIsHING
bcit.ca/6470acert
Gain valuable desktop publishing skills in this associate certificate program. Learn about graphics, colour, typography, as well as all of the foundations in design software.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte Web tecHNOLOGIes
bcit.ca/6420acert
Complete this online program to position yourself to take jobs in one of the fastest growing industries in the technology sector. This program focuses both on design and technology, helping you to create an aesthetic experience for the web user.
bUsINess ANd medIA
certIFIcAte IN Web tecHNOLOGIes
bcit.ca/6420cert
This program provides advanced online courses in web technology and enhances the design skills of learners, particularly in the areas of usability, accessibility and collaborative design. Take this program to establish your own web design company, gain the skills to maintain a website for a company you currently work for, or gain employment in a web design firm.
FLex prOGrAms
bcit.ca/business/digitalarts
For information on Digital Arts flex programs, including New Media Design and Web Development, Digital Animation, and Design Essentials, visit our website.
mULtImedIA ANd 3d ANImAtION
bcit.ca/business/digitalarts
We also offer a wide variety of innovative multimedia and 3D animation courses that will help you gain the latest skills in these exciting digital arts mediums.
digital Arts courses offered this term:
> MDIA 0585 Life Drawing 1 > MDIA 0586 Life Drawing 2 > MDIA 0587 Life Drawing 3
> MDIA 2095 Portfolio Production > MDIA 2140 Colour Systems Management > MDIA 2205 Publishing on the Internet (Level 2) > MDIA 2225 Interactive Design in Second Life 2 > MDIA 2260 Adobe Illustrator Mac 2
> MDIA 2261 Illustrator PC 2 > MDIA 2270 Adobe Photoshop PC 2 > MDIA 2435 Flash for Animators > MDIA 2534 Interface Design > MDIA 2600 Maya 1 > MDIA 2650 3D S Max
> MDIA 2652 Creating Games for the iPhone > MDIA 2700 Maya 2
> MDIA 3201 Introduction to Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
> MDIA 3204 Working With Photoshop > MDIA 3205 Imaging Technologies for
Web Publishing
> MDIA 3206 Audio and Video Technologies for Web Publishing
> MDIA 3207 Using Scripting Language on the Web > MDIA 3208 Using New Media on the Web: Flash > MDIA 4015 Web Marketing
> MDIA 4205 The Business of Web Design > MDIA 4206 Major Project
> MDIA 4303 Advanced Design > MDIA 4304 Advanced CSS
> MDIA 4305 Using XHTML and XML in Web Publishing
> MDIA 4310 Advanced Flash Web Design > MDIA 4315 Using ASP in Web Publishing > MDIA 4321 CSS, DHTM and AJAX > MDIA 4325 Using PHP in Web Publishing > MDIA 4345 Final Project – Portfolio
FINANcIAL mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/business/financial 604.432.8609
Is the business world calling to you? Do you want to develop skills that will give you a powerful toolbox for working in various business environments? You could earn a Management Certificate in Accounting or Finance in as little as two to three years. This credential can be built on to earn a Senior Certificate, and then a Diploma of Technology in Accounting, Finance, or Financial Planning. Diploma graduates can then go on to earn a BBA or Bachelor of Technology degree.
Additionally, the majority of Financial Management courses are transferable to professional accounting bodies. We also offer programs leading directly to professional credentials, such as the Associate Certificate in Financial Planning and the Canadian Securities Course (CSC)™ Exam Preparation Course.
> MDIA 0588 Creating Animation Portfolios > MDIA 1008 Apple Final Cut Pro Mac 1 > MDIA 1010 Photography
> MDIA 1011 Leopard 101: Mac OS X Support Essentials v 10.5
> MDIA 1025 Adobe Acrobat > MDIA 1040 Graphics 1
> MDIA 1049 Adobe InDesign Mac 1 > MDIA 1099 Photography Entry Level
> MDIA 1100 Introduction to Media Techniques for Business
> MDIA 1111 Scanning and Colour Correction > MDIA 1140 Colour Theory
> MDIA 1144 Practical Colour Management > MDIA 1160 Adobe Illustrator Mac 1 > MDIA 1170 Adobe Photoshop PC 1 > MDIA 1180 Adobe Photoshop Mac 1
> MDIA 1205 Weaving the Web: Publishing on the Internet (Level 1)
> MDIA 1206 Weaving with Dreamweaver > MDIA 1208 Apple Final Cut Pro Mac 2 > MDIA 1218 DVD Authoring
> MDIA 1225 Interactive Design In Second Life 1 > MDIA 1260 Adobe Illustrator PC 1
> MDIA 1310 Digital Photography Basics > MDIA 2000 Typography
> MDIA 2011 Leopard 201: Mac OS X Server Essentials v 10.5
> MDIA 2040 Graphics 2
> MDIA 2049 Adobe InDesign Mac 2 > MDIA 2087 Prepress
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mANAGemeNt certIFIcAteIN FINANcIAL mANAGemeNt
– prOFessIONAL AccOUNtING OptION
bcit.ca/585fmcert
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
IN FINANcIAL mANAGemeNt – FINANce OptION
bcit.ca/585cmcert
A Management Certificate in Financial Management is the first credential you will earn toward a diploma or degree on a part-time basis. These programs are designed to provide you with in-depth, relevant knowledge and skills with immediate application in the fields of Accounting or Finance.
seNIOr certIFIcAte IN FINANcIAL mANAGemeNt
The Senior Certificate in Financial Management is the second step on the path to earning a Diploma of Technology on a part-time basis. It provides the holder of a Management Certificate in Financial Management with a broad spectrum of business knowledge and skills, complementing the in-depth knowledge provided in the Management Certificate.
dIpLOmA OF tecHNOLOGY IN FINANcIAL mANAGemeNt
The Diploma of Technology is the next credential for students who have earned a Senior Certificate in Financial Management. At this stage, you will round out your knowledge with specialized business courses in such fields as business administration, marketing, operations management, and more.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte IN FINANcIAL pLANNING
bcit.ca/585iacert
BCIT and the Institute of Advanced Financial Planning (IAFP), formerly the Canadian Association of Financial Planners, designed this program of studies leading to the BCIT Associate Certificate in Financial Planning. Graduates of this program have achieved the educational prerequisites necessary to pursue the professional financial planning designation CFP (Certified Financial Planner)™, awarded by the Financial Planners Standards Council of Canada.
Financial management courses offered this year: fall ’08 = F winter ’09 = W spring/summer ’09 = s
> FMGT 0910 Canadian Securities Course
(CSC)™ Exam Preparation F W s
> FMGT 1100 Accounting 1 F W s
> FMGT 1152 Accounting for the Manager F W s
> FMGT 1540 Credit and Collections F W s
> FMGT 1810 Personal Financial Planning 1 F W s
> FMGT 2100 Accounting 2 F W s
> FMGT 2540 Working Capital Management s
> FMGT 2711 Computerized Accounting F W s
> FMGT 2820 Investment and
Risk Management F W s
> FMGT 3110 Financial Accounting 1 F W s
> FMGT 3210 Cost and Managerial
Accounting 1 F W s
> FMGT 3224 Cost Accounting for
Operations Management s
> FMGT 3310 Auditing 1 F W s
> FMGT 3410 Taxation 1F W s
> FMGT 3430 Taxation and Financial Planning F W s
> FMGT 3510 Finance 1 F W s
> FMGT 3720 Advanced Computer Applications F W s
> FMGT 4110 Financial Accounting 2 F W s
> FMGT 4210 Cost and Managerial
Accounting 2 F W s
> FMGT 4310 Auditing 2 F W s
> FMGT 4410 Taxation 2 F W s
> FMGT 4510 Finance 2 F W s
> FMGT 4570 Money and Banking F
> FMGT 4710 Advanced Computer
Applications 2 F W s
> FMGT 4810 Personal Financial Planning 2 F W s dIstANce ANd ONLINe LeArNING
604.412.7417
Correspondence courses are available for registration throughout the year with students proceeding at their own speed within the 30 week time limit. Online courses are available for registration by term only and are typically 12 or 13 weeks in length. Prerequisites
for both correspondence and online courses are required (courses are transferable for course credit to the full-time and part-time programs).
distance and Online Learning courses offered this year:
correspondence:
> FMGT 1100 Accounting 1
> FMGT 1152 Accounting for the Manager > FMGT 2100 Accounting 2
> FMGT 3110 Financial Accounting 1
> FMGT 3210 Cost and Managerial Accounting 1 > FMGT 3510 Finance 1
> FMGT 4110 Financial Accounting 2
> FMGT 4210 Cost and Managerial Accounting 2 > FMGT 4510 Finance 2
> FMGT 7221 Manufacturing Cost Accounting
Online:
> FMGT 1152 Accounting for the Manager > FMGT 1810 Personal Financial Planning 1 > FMGT 2820 Investment and Risk Management > FMGT 4620 Security Fundamentals
bAcHeLOr OF tecHNOLOGY IN AccOUNtING
bcit.ca/business/accountingdegree 604.412.7486
This degree is offered on a flexible part-time basis so that you can maintain your career and study at the same time. It will provide you with an academic
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credential leading to a professional accounting designation or to an MBA program. You’ll acquire the key technical, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and computer skills demanded by employers, along with the ability to make formal presentations in teams, which is becoming an increasingly important ability in the workplace.
bachelor of technology Accounting courses offered this year:
fall ’08 = F winter ’09 = W spring/summer ’09 = s
> FMGT 7121 Advanced Accounting F W s
> FMGT 7210 Advanced Management Accounting F W s
> FMGT 7310 Advanced Auditing F W
> FMGT 7410 Taxation of Close Corporations F W
> FMGT 7510 Advanced Finance F W s
> FMGT 7520 Business Valuation F W
> FMGT 7710 Management Information Systems F W
> FMGT 7910 The Business Environment F W s
> FMGT 8120 Accounting Theory F W s
> FMGT 8910 Integrative Business
Management Practice F W s
GeNerAL INsUrANce
ANd rIsk mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/5880diplt 604.432.8898
Developed with BC’s leading general insurance companies, this program provides core business skills with insurance-specific knowledge that will put you in demand.
INterIOr desIGN
See the Engineering, Applied and Natural Sciences section.
mArketING mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/business/marketing 604.432.8611
dIpLOmA OF tecHNOLOGY – mArketING mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/6300diplt
This program is for students who wish or need to obtain a Marketing Management Diploma of Technology by completing courses on a Part-time Studies basis. It is a logical next step for students who have completed the Marketing Management Senior Management Certificate. This is a general marketing program with no pre-determined specialization. Prior to graduation, you will complete a major Directed Studies project and an Industry Practicum work experience course.
seNIOr mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte – mArketING mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/6300mcert
For those who have completed one of the Marketing Management Part-time Studies Management Certificates, this program enables the learner to gain additional marketing and general business competencies and develop a more well-rounded foundation. In this program
you will broaden your understanding of core business concepts and develop additional marketing skills, while experiencing BCIT’s unique blend of academic learning and applied knowledge.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte – mArketING mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/6300mcert
For those who work in the retail, wholesale, manufacturing and service industries, this program offers an assortment of courses designed to provide you with an understanding of all the elements of Marketing Management. Studies will include marketing planning, promotion, research, customer service and sales. Elective choices enable you to focus on areas that are relevant to your work or personal interest.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
– mArketING cOmmUNIcAtIONs OptION
bcit.ca/630dmcert
This program provides specialized training in the
components of promotional strategy. The curriculum equips you to be functional in developing promotional strategies and campaigns, incorporating specific tactics such as event marketing, trade shows and corporate communications, as well as the traditional advertising, sales promotion and database marketing.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte – prOFessIONAL sALes OptION
bcit.ca/630vmcert
Enhance your ability to sell products or services to consumers, the commercial market and professional buyers. Analyse buyer needs, plan detailed and effective presentations, and utilize professional oral and written skills. The program also covers other relevant information such as managing the sales force, utilizing other methods of sales (such as trade shows), and segmenting business markets.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAtes – mArketING mANAGemeNt
For students who desire a fast track for developing specific skills, we offer several eight-course associate certificate programs.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte – INdUstrIAL mArketING
bcit.ca/6320acert
This program benefits employees of industrial manufacturing and distribution firms who either have recently been promoted into a position requiring customer contact, or who are new employees in the industry with ambitions to move up in their organization. The program is also ideal for those who wish to gain entry into the industrial products industry in a sales and marketing position.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte
– cUstOmer reLAtIONsHIp mArketING
bcit.ca/630wacert
bcit.ca/fall
or for those who have academic credentials such as degrees or diplomas in non-marketing areas and wish to gain additional certification as well as job related skills in this field.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte – eVeNt mArketING
bcit.ca/630yacert
This program will be of interest to individuals responsible for event marketing activities within their organizations, and anyone seeking employment in the many facets of event planning and event management; corporate and shopping centre marketing departments, advertising agencies, charitable organizations, community relations departments, sport, community events, entertainment, attractions, and the arts, just to name a few.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte – mArketING cOmmUNIcAtIONs
bcit.ca/630dacert
Six core courses plus two electives that you select help you prepare for employment in the exciting field of marketing communications. This program establishes skills and knowledge in advertising, public relations, media relations and promotional strategies.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte – pUbLIc reLAtIONs
bcit.ca/630xacert
This program helps you meet challenging opportunities to solve communications problems in dynamic situations. Public relations professionals employed in government agencies, corporations and nonprofit organizations work on public affairs, media relations, investor relations, corporate counseling, opinion research, crisis communications projects and more.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte – eNtrepreNeUrsHIp
bcit.ca/630hacert
Thinking and acting like an entrepreneur is essential to career progress in the future. Employers seek out self starters who can identify, plan, and execute new business opportunities. In addition, the success of your own business is improved dramatically by mastering the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. This program benefits those who want to start their own business and those who want to stand out in their own career as self-starting, entrepreneurial workers.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte
– retAIL mArketING mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/630zacert
Whether you are planning to start a career in retail or are looking to make the transition from sales associate to a senior position at the operational or head office level, this program can help you get there. Obtain skills and knowledge that enable you to seek employment in the fastest-growing industry in BC, and earn a credential that is recognized by industry and can lead to progressive career opportunities in retail.
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte – sALes skILLs*
bcit.ca/630macert
If you believe the saying ‘nothing happens until somebody sells something,’ then this program will enable you to make lots of things happen, for customers, your boss, and yourself. Novices and pros alike will benefit from the focus on both the basics and advanced personal selling skills, which are essential for success in today’s highly competitive environment.
*cpsA – prOFessIONAL sALes certIFIcAte
www.cpsa.com 1.888.267.2772
Students who successfully complete the Associate Certificate in Sales Skills are eligible to receive accreditation from the Canadian Professional Sales Association.
marketing management online and classroom courses offered this term:
> MKTG 1019 Media Relations > MKTG 1102 Essentials of Marketing > MKTG 1112 Customer Relations > MKTG 1119 Sports Marketing > MKTG 1120 Event Planning
> MKTG 1121 Off-Premise Catering Planning > MKTG 1122 Wedding Planning
> MKTG 1140 Essentials of Retailing
> MKTG 1150 Essentials of Industrial Distribution > MKTG 1218 Inside Sales
> MKTG 1219 Professional Sales 1 > MKTG 1312 Writing Creative Copy > MKTG 1323 Effective Public Speaking > MKTG 1324 Small Business Development > MKTG 1342 Trade/Consumer Show Marketing > MKTG 1352 Electronic Marketing
> MKTG 2203 Marketing Communications Essentials > MKTG 2205 Marketing of Services
> MKTG 2220 Managing the Sales Force > MKTG 2317 Sales Promotion Techniques > MKTG 2319 Professional Sales 2
> MKTG 2341 Introduction to Marketing Research > MKTG 2438 Direct Marketing Dynamics > MKTG 3218 Introduction to Media > MKTG 3315 Sponsorship Marketing > MKTG 3321 Public Relations > MKTG 3322 Promotional Strategies > MKTG 3342 Negotiating Skills
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AssOcIAte certIFIcAte – FUNdrAIsING mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/6390acert
This program, endorsed by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, teaches the necessary skills to succeed in an increasingly competitive fundraising environment. It is a growing field with many opportunities for careers and fascinating learning opportunities for volunteers. This is one of the few post-secondary certificate programs available in Canada.
Fundraising management courses offered this term:
> FUND 1215 Essentials of Fundraising > FUND 4415 Fundraising Practicum
AssOcIAte certIFIcAte – NONprOFIt mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/6310acert
Designed for existing executives and aspiring leaders in charities and other nonprofit organizations, this new program enables nonprofit professionals to effectively and efficiently improve organizational performance. This program provides context-specific knowledge and skills for those already working in a not-for-profit organization, and those wishing to pursue a career in the voluntary sector.
Nonprofit management courses offered this term:
> NPMA 1500 Nonprofit Leadership > NPMA 1610 Managing People in Nonprofit
Organizations 1
> NPMA 1700 Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations
> NPMA 1850 Law and Governance
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte – tOUrIsm mANAGemeNt OptION
bcit.ca/630jmcert
Are you already working in the field of tourism but are seeking formal, recognized qualifications? This option should help improve your present position or seek new tourism employment opportunities. Employers who are looking for courses to upgrade employees’ marketing skills will also find value in this program.
tOUrIsm mANAGemeNt – AssOcIAte certIFIcAte
bcit.ca/630jacert
tourism management courses offered this term:
> TOUR 2302 Travel and Tour Management > TOUR 2307 Resort and Hotel Marketing
> TOUR 3320 Conventions and Trade Show Marketing
medIcAL OFFIce AssIstANt
See the Health Sciences section.
OperAtIONs mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/business/operations 604.432.8611
Operations Management explores how business enterprises supply, produce and distribute goods and services. Students can also apply many courses towards internationally recognized industry based designations including the Association for Operations Management (apics8.org), the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (ciffa.com) and the Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation (citt.ca).
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
IN INdUstrIAL eNGINeerING
bcit.ca/690amcertSuccessful completion of this program provides the necessary tools for a successful career as a production foreperson, analyst or supervisor in inventory control, product cost estimating, standard setting, production planning and control, project administration and technical sales.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
IN mANAGemeNt eNGINeerING
bcit.ca/690bmcertThis program is designed for people who are working, or wish to work, in the private and public sectors of service industries including health care, education and justice services amongst others. Candidates gain the managerial competencies needed to successfully operate service based enterprises.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
IN mAterIALs mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/690dmcertWhether you are an experienced production and inventory control professional or looking to develop a successful career in the field, you’ll benefit from this program. Potential career areas include purchasing, accounting, production supervision, traffic or warehousing. This certificate includes some of the APICS Production and Inventory Control certificate courses.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
IN QUALItY mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/690jmcertAs a graduate of this program you’ll be prepared to implement a cost-effective quality management system with its technical, legal and human aspects, in any organization. The quality-related courses also assist students intending to write the certification examinations of the American Society for Quality (ASQ).
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mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
IN FAcILItIes mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/690fmcertThis program will provide you with a foundation in business, engineering and health sciences, and is specifically developed to appeal to those wishing to enter the field of facilities management or those currently in the field who want to upgrade or formalize their knowledge. This program has been developed in conjunction with the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA) BC Chapter.
mANAGemeNt certIFIcAte
IN INterNAtIONAL trAde ANd
trANspOrtAtION LOGIstIcs
bcit.ca/7460mcertInternational business depends on successful market analysis and effective entry strategies, knowledge of transportation alternatives and sound logistics planning. If you are or want to engage in the buying, selling and transportation of goods, this program is designed for you. Technical skills gained from the program allow graduates to progress to additional industry certifications.
Operations management courses offered this term:
> APIC 1171 Basics of Supply Chain Management > APIC 1172 Master Planning of Resources > APIC 1173 Detailed Scheduling and Planning > APIC 1174 Execution and Control of Operations > APIC 1175 Strategic Management of Resources > BSYS 1001 Business Information Systems 1
– Office 2007
> BSYS 2051 Business Information Systems 2 – Spreadsheets
> OPMT 0102 Project Management Tools and Techniques
> OPMT 0199 Math for Business
> OPMT 0202 Advanced Project Management > OPMT 0405 PMP Certification Exam Preparation > OPMT 1106 Quality Assurance Fundamentals > OPMT 1110 Business Math
> OPMT 1115 Software Quality Assurance
> OPMT 1142 Introduction to Quality Control Methods > OPMT 1175 Warehouse Management 1
> OPMT 1187 Project Planning/Scheduling > OPMT 1191 Purchasing
> OPMT 1192 Inventory Planning and Control > OPMT 1197 Statistics for Business/Industry > OPMT 1198 Operations Management Fundamentals > OPMT 1600 Business Information Systems 1 > OPMT 2197 Quantitative Methods for Business > OPMT 2242 Intermediate Quality Control Methods
> OPMT 2275 Warehouse Management 2 > OPMT 2651 Business Information Systems 2 > OPMT 2661 Business Information Systems 3 > OPMT 3306 ISO 9000:2000 Quality Standard > OPMT 5700 Pre-Calculus for Management > OPMT 5701 Calculus for Management > OPMT 5740 Integrated MIS
> OPMT 5751 Math Models for Business > OPMT 7023 Material Logistics > TDMT 1104 International Trade 1
> TDMT 1150 Transportation Systems (CITT) > TDMT 1409 Canada Customs and NAFTA
certIFIcAte IN INterNAtIONAL FreIGHt FOrWArdING
bcit.ca/7460mcert
The BCIT/Canadian International Freight Forwarding Association (CIFFA) professional training program is for staff members of international freight forwarders who wish to acquire a general knowledge of the theory and mechanics of handling international freight movement. Joint certificates from BCIT/CIFFA in International Freight Forwarding are awarded upon the successful completion of all courses.
> TDMT 1204 Freight Forwarding 1 > TDMT 1205 Freight Forwarding 2 > TDMT 0206 Freight Forwarding 3 > TDMT 0207 Freight Forwarding 4 prOject mANAGemeNt bcit.ca/opmt0102 bcit.ca/opmt0202 bcit.ca/opmt0405
project management courses offered this term:
> OPMT 0102 Project Management Tools and Techniques
> OPMT 0202 Advanced Project Management > OPMT 0405 Project Management PMP Certification
Exam Preparation
INterNAtIONAL trAde trAINING
bcit.ca/business/fittskills 604.412.7651 bcit.ca/6065nobcitIn partnership with the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT), the BCIT Venture Development Centre offers the part-time FITTskills program for working professionals who want to increase their skills and knowledge in key topics of international trade. Completion of all eight courses leads to a Diploma of International Trade from FITT and meets the educational requirement for the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation.
International trade training courses offered this term:
> FITT 0100 Global Business Environment > FITT 0105 International Trade Research > FITT 0110 International Trade Finance
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tecHNOLOGY mANAGemeNt
bAcHeLOr OF tecHNOLOGY IN tecHNOLOGY mANAGemeNt
bcit.ca/transportation/tmgt
This program will appeal to those technologists and others who are seeking to improve their skills in management and in the area of their technical specialty. The program is designed for:
> Graduates of an Engineering Technology diploma program from BCIT, or a diploma from an equivalent institution
> Those who hold degrees in related disciplines
> Applicants approved through the Alternate Entry Model. For information on applying to the program, contact the Program Administrator at [email protected] or 604.432.8459.
courses offered this term for classroom-based delivery:
> TMGT 7101 Engineering, Technology and Management > TMGT 7112 Marketing Research
> TMGT 7124 Technology and International Finance > TMGT 7133 Law for Intelligence-based Business > TMGT 7135 Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship > TMGT 7144 Human Resource Planning and Control > TMGT 7152 Implementation Data Management
bAcHeLOr OF tecHNOLOGY IN tecHNOLOGY mANAGemeNt dIstANce edUcAtION
bcit.ca/transportation/tmgt
For information relating to distance education courses, contact [email protected] or 604.454.2218 or toll-free 1.866.768.7070.
VeNtUre deVeLOpmeNt ceNtre
bcit.ca/business/venture 604.412.7651
BCIT’s Venture Development Centre is the premier provider of entrepreneurial skills training. If you are considering self employment or have a solid business idea and need the skills to put it into action, the Venture Development Centre offers a program tailored to your goals.
VeNtUre prOGrAm – AssOcIAte certIFIcAte
bcit.ca/business/ventureprogram bcit.ca/7820acert
The Venture Program provides comprehensive
entrepreneurial training targeted toward individuals in the launch phase of a business start-up regardless of their business backgrounds. The program will help you to assess, plan and launch your business venture with the highest probability of success. Now available at both the Vancouver and Burnaby campuses.
bUsINess VeNtUre – AssOcIAte certIFIcAte
bcit.ca/business/businessventure bcit.ca/7830acert
The Business Venture program is designed specifically for international students and combines the applied business skills of the successful Venture program with English language pre-study (ESL), business English, international trade and an optional work practicum.
Venture courses offered this term:
> VENT 0075 Exploring Self Employment – Free Workshop > VENT 0100 Starting Your Own Business – Part-time > VENT 0101 Business Boot Camp – Part-time > VENT 0200 Enterpriser – Online Business Planner > VENT 1000 Venture Program – Full Time
> VENT 1888 Business Venture for International Students – Full Time
VeNtUre deVeLOpmeNt ceNtre “HOW tO” WOrksHOps
604.412.7651
The Venture Development Centre’s Small Business “How To” Workshop series is designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Featuring practical and easy-to-implement “How To” methods on a variety of current, need-to-know topics, these half- or full-day workshops help small businesses to grow and improve their management skills.
Venture workshops offered this term:
> VENT 0030 Rich Media - Business in the Digital Age > VENT 0031 Social Media and Blogging
> VENT 0032 Going Mobile with your Business > VENT 0033 QuickBooks for Small Business > VENT 0034 Personal Branding
> VENT 0035 Reducing Stress in the Workplace
Want to take courses in class or online?
cOmpUtING ANd INFOrmAtION tecHNOLOGY
Learn new skills and keep your present job.
Advance your career in computing and information
technology.
Earn a BCIT credential with hands-on courses and programs in:
>
Web development
>
Software development
>
Networking and Security
>
Database and Information Systems
>
End user computer application training
Start with just one course in the evenings, on weekends or during the day,
at our Burnaby, Downtown Vancouver and Richmond locations.
Thousands of information technology jobs are available each year in Canada.
The federal government predicts a shortage of skilled IT staff in the near future.
Many BCIT computing and IT courses and programs also prepare you for
industry certifications.
computing and Information technology Areas of study
school of manufacturing, electronics and Industrial processes