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ADMN 286 - HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT

An examination of how to most effectively utilize and
manage the human element in work organizations
including staffing, training and development,
appraisal and compensation, industrial relations and
human resources planning.

Prerequisites: COMM 220

ADMN 308 - MULTICULTURAL MANAGEMENT

Provides a framework for students to develop and
practice the skills required to successfully manage
or work in a multicultural workplace either in Canada
or an in international setting. Culture and the ability
to recognize cultural differences may influence an
employee workplace behaviour, management style
and job satisfaction. Sensitivity to cultural differences
may influence the success or failure of a business
venture, especially in an international context.
Organizations planning an international operation
must consider cultural influences when designing the
organizational structure, workplace communication
systems, rewards and customer interactions. A
combination of readings, case studies and role play
will develop each student’s ability to communicate
and manage in a multicultural environment.

ADMN 315 - LEADERSHIP

Examines the theory and practical application of
leadership. It covers the latest thinking in leadership
theory and contemporary practices at work within
organizations in a global economy. Topics such as
motivation, strategic planning, team building and
negotiation will be explored.

Prerequisites: COMM 220, ADMN 171 with a grade of
“C” or higher.

ADMN 293 - ELECTRONIC COMMERCE

Selkirk College offers Admn293 Electronic Commerce
for Professional Management majors in the Business
Administration diploma program. This course may
also be of interest to students who are interested

in information and communication technology or to
those who would like to learn about implementing
e-commerce in an organization. Admn293 Electronic
Commerce is an introduction to the business models,
infrastructure, strategies, design and analysis of
electronic commerce business solutions. The role

of electronic commerce in changing society is also
an important topic. The primary aim of Admn293
Electronic Commerce is to identify key management
considerations required in implementing e-commerce
business solutions.

Prerequisites: Program admission standards.

4° Selkirk College Academic Calendar 2019-20

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ADVANCED DIPLOMA
selkirk.ca/business

Business Administration (Year 3)

Entering the program with a Business Administration 2-year diploma Accounting/Finance Concentration

Course Name Credit
ADMN 269 Information Systems On Campus 3
ADMN 308 Multicultural Management On Campus 3
ADMN 315 Leadership On Campus 3
UAS! Elective On Campus 3
UAS Elective On Campus 3
UAS Elective On Campus 3

Total 18

‘if the student completed TWC 164 as part of the Business Administration two-year diploma, then the student
may want to consider taking ENGL 110 English Composition and vice versa.

The combination of the Business Administration — Professional Management diploma and the Business
Administration Year 3 advanced diploma should provide total transfer credit of 84 credits towards Okanagan
College’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), General degree program.

There could also be the possibility for the student to take one or two Okanagan College courses by distance
while simultaneously working on the Selkirk College Business Administration Year 3 advanced diploma to
increase the total amount of credit to 87 or 90 credits. If the student wants to investigate the possibility of
earning a BBA with a specific major from Okanagan College, the student is advised to obtain further advice
from Okanagan.

ADMN 296 - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

Offers an in-depth review of basic concepts,
institutional practices and developments in the global
business environment. The course also offers an
introduction to international business management.
Core management topics will be examined within

an international framework. The course emphasizes
the development of critical thinking skills, and aims
to link developments in the international business
environment into everyday life. In this way, students
may be able to integrate concepts and institutional
practices into a practical, work-oriented environment.

Prerequisites: ADMN 171, ADMN 181, COMM 220 or
equivalent with a grade of “C” or higher.

Contact

BUSINESS ADMISSIONS

Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21205
Direct: 250.365.1205

Email: businessadmissions@selkirk.ca

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