Honours Bachelor of Commerce – International Business Management (BMI)

PGWP-eligible Program

Campus

Newnham

Delivery

Hybrid

Duration

8 Semesters (4 Years)

Study Option

Full-time

Credential

Honours Bachelor Degree

School

Seneca Business

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Courses

Delivery: At Seneca, courses are delivered in four formats: online, in-person, hybrid (an online, in-person combination) or flexible (offered in-person and online at the same time).

The chart below outlines the delivery options available for each course in this program. For some academic terms, there may be more than one delivery option available. You’ll be able to choose your preferred options when you select classes to build your course schedule. Selection for preferred course delivery will be considered on a first come, first served basis.

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Semester 1

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BAB100	Introduction to Canadian Business	Flexible	Not offered	Flexible
	Introduction to Canadian Business introduces learners to the Canadian business environment, business issues, and functions and forces at work in the global economy. Learners will gain an understanding of Canadian business firms as integrated organizations composed of a number of specialized functions.
BAB110	Financial Mathematics	Flexible	Not offered	Flexible
	This course focuses on the practice of mathematical skills commonly used in business and the financial community.Learners will have opportunities to use real world examples such as annual reports and stock market tables to interpret and evaluate the information. The evaluation of investment opportunities such as assets valuation, business expansion and investment in financial markets are covered.
BAB120	Computer Applications for Business I	Flexible	Not offered	Flexible
	Focusing on computer concepts and applications for the end-user, this course gives an overview of computer applications for the business environment. Software applications will include word processing, and spreadsheet applications and presentation graphics.
BAB140	Introduction to Financial Accounting	Flexible	Not offered	Flexible
	This course prepares the learner to apply basic accounting principles in the preparation of financial statements for external reporting. Students will become skilled in the bookkeeping process which leads to the preparation of the financial statements. Through the use of case studies, group discussions and seminars, learners increase their ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate financial information. Emphasis will be placed on ethical issues related to the accounting process. Topics include the accounting model, transaction analysis and accounting information processing as well as liquid assets, inventories, capital assets, liabilities and shareholders equity.
BBA101	Business Presentations Strategy	Flexible	Not offered	Flexible
	This course prepares students to create clear, memorable and compelling professional business presentations. The fundamentals of process, logic, structure, and format are covered, as well as various problem-solving techniques. Students will not only sharpen their communication skills, but also develop more effective business writing, thinking, and problem-solving skills.
ENG106	Writing Strategies	Online In-person	Not offered	Hybrid Online In-person
	This course focuses on critical thinking and the rhetorical elements of both persuasive and evaluative forms of writing. Students will learn to differentiate between shades of fact and opinion, objectivity and bias, and apply the techniques of sound argument for a variety of purposes. The main elements of effective communication and research techniques are also examined. Techniques explored and skills developed in this course are applied throughout the four years of the program.

Semester 2

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BAB210	Business Statistics	Flexible	Flexible	Not offered
	This subject introduces the learner to statistical methods of collection, analysis, and presentation of quantitative data. Through the process of applying statistical methods, the ability to interpret quantitative data used for making generalizations, projections and decisions under uncertain conditions is developed. Emphasis will be on the use of both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques within the workplace. Learners will utilize spreadsheet software to present and analyze data.
BAB220	Computer Applications for Business II	Flexible	Flexible	Not offered
	This course complements knowledge gained in Computer Applications for the Business Environment 1. Working on the basic-intermediate foundation knowledge developed in MS-Excel, this course will develop more advanced skills in this popular spreadsheet software. The introduction of basic-intermediate MS-Access will provide an entry into the development of information management and database concepts. Students will gain a fundamental understanding of decision making concepts and ERP, application to various business environments and the organization wide analytical value such systems provide. Introduction to ERP software will also be discussed.
BAB231	Introduction to Business Law	Flexible	Flexible	Not offered
	This course is an introductory survey of the legal issues that frequently arise in a business setting with emphasis on the financial services industry, human resources, and accounting and other professional services. Topics covered may include: the structure and process of Canadian legal and court systems, contracts,the law of torts (particularly negligence and professional responsibility), forms of business organization, agency, professional services, property law (personal, real, and intellectual), banking, the legal aspects of credit, and employment law. The purpose of the course is to enhance the students decision-making ability with respect to various business transactions, to aid in the legal planning related to business and to help identify, manage and control legal issues that arrise in a business setting having regard to ethical considerations.
BAB240	Management Accounting	Flexible	Flexible	Not offered
	In this course, students examine the fundamental concepts of management accounting including cost control, planning, decision making and performance evaluation utilized by users internal to the corporate organization. Specific items include standard costing, variance analysis, cost behaviours, budgeting, and break even analysis, make or buy decisions, return on investment and discounted cash flow for capital budgeting. The introduction of management accounting is applied to the analysis, interpretation and application to business including human resource decision making. Pre-requisite: BAB140
ENG205	Applied Communication for Business and Industry	Flexible	Flexible	Not offered
	This course focuses on the knowledge and skills required for writing pertinent business correspondence and business or technical proposals and reports, as appropriate to the program of study. Examples from the specific field of study will be evaluated for their effectiveness, and students will learn to write abstracts and executive summaries. Common software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) are utilized to communicate material in a variety of print formats. Effective use of e-mail within an e-learning system is examined and incorporated throughout the course. Students will participate in individual and group presentations for a variety of purposes and audiences.
HRM701	Introduction to Human Resources Management	Flexible	Flexible	Not offered
	This subject is a comprehensive overview of modern day human resources management. This course will introduce the diverse components of human resource functions and its role in the current business environment. Case study analysis will be used to link the theory to the practical situations that occur in HR. Topics to be covered are: the business environment, recruitment and selection, employee development and evaluation, compensation and benefits, employee rights, safety and representations and strategic issues and challenges in Human Resources Management, in both domestic and global environments.

Semester 3

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BAB235	Introduction to Marketing	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	This introduction to Marketing course emphasizes that marketing is an approach in business that stresses putting the customer at the center of its activities and focuses on satisfying customer needs and wants. Learners will locate and analyze markets, match products and examine the controllable elements of the marketing mix. Practical decisions that a manager utilizes in daily work interactions are a major focus of this course.
HST310	Business Ethics	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	This course examines the role of ethics in the business world and ethical dilemmas encountered by managers. Ethical decisions do not take place in a vacuum. Many people, all with their own interests and standards, are involved in business encounters every day. In this course, participants will pay special attention to the relationships among the many and varied stakeholders that have role in business situations. These stakeholders include the market and non-market entities that affect business.
HST400	Operations Management	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	This course provides a foundation in operations management with an emphasis on the organizational and management principles that impact on the flow of product through a corporation. Students will gain an understanding of strategies, plant organization and location, capacity (people and equipment) planning, forecasting, purchasing, production planning and quality management as they are integrated into corporate operations to achieve mission statement success. The business skills acquired by students will enable them to understand the role of Human Resources in an operations management context, as well as the role of manufacturing and supply chain management technology to conduct business functions thereby enabling graduates to undertake the complex and global requirements of Human Resources as a strategic partner.
HST430	Organizational Behaviour	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	This course is an examination of the contemporary Canadian business environment, organization, motivation and leadership processes that influence the behaviour of individuals and groups. Increased global competition, technological change and rising expectations of both employees and employers have underlined the need for a comprehensive analysis of organizational behaviour.
LSP240	Micro Economics - Theory and Practice	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	This subject explains how prices are determined and resources allocated under different market forms, and diverse economic environments. It focuses on actual economic problems, and develops the theoretical structure to analyze these problems. Careful consideration is given to "soft" factors such as culture, economical legislation and trade regulation, which influence decision-making.
plus: Liberal Studies Course (1)

Semester 4

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BAB905	Project Management	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
	Project management is an essential discipline used across all functions of the financial service environment and ensures the success of key deliverables such as new financial products and services and marketing initiatives along with accompanying technical infrastructure. This subject will cover topics including integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communication, risk and procurement management.
BBA102	Business Innovation and Model Design	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
LSP340	Macroeconomics - Theory and Practice	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
	This subject concentrates initially on the definition and measurement of the principal aggregate economic indicators such as Gross Domestic Product, unemployment and inflation. It then explains how the level of economic activity, prices, interest rates and the value of the Canadian dollar are determined, under different internal and external environments, and alternative government policies. A basic open-economy model is constructed, and the impact of alternative fiscal, monetary and trade policies on macro economic variables are analyzed and appraised.
MRT296	Integrated Marketing Communications	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
	In this course students explore the fundamentals of Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC). The emphasis is placed on examining the strategy of marketing communication and the effective use of advertising, public relations, integrated promotion, consumer marketing, and experiential and interactive communication strategies. Students design a comprehensive and fully integrated marketing communications plan upon completion of this course.
WTP200	Work Term Preparation	Online	Not offered	Not offered
	This Work Term Preparation course is designed to empower students with the tools, skills, and strategies needed to navigate the modern job market and achieve long-term career success. Through self-assessment, career exploration, helping students to identify and leverage skills from their existing experiences, students will develop a deep understanding of their personal strengths, values, personality, interests and goals. The course covers essential topics such as crafting professional résumés and cover letters, mastering interview techniques, and building a strong personal brand, including an online presence. Students will learn how to research career pathways, evaluate job market trends, and create actionable career plans tailored to their aspirations. Emphasis is placed on professional communication, networking, workplace readiness, and adapting to diverse organizational cultures. Additionally, the course provides insights into negotiating job offers, managing career transitions, and professional growth. With a focus on lifelong learning and continuous improvement, this course equips students with the confidence and resources to pursue fulfilling careers while remaining adaptable in a dynamic and competitive workforce. Ideal for students preparing to enter the job market or those seeking to refine their career trajectory, this course fosters self-awareness, professional readiness, and strategic career planning.
plus: Liberal Studies Course (2)

Work-Integrated Learning Term

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BMI771	International Business Management, Co-op	Not offered	Hybrid Online In-person	Not offered

Semester 5

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BMI502	Global Sourcing Procurement I	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
BMI503	Business Process I	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
BMI505	Supply Chain and Logistics	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
BMT850	Strategic Management	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	Students will have an opportunity to develop the conceptual and analytical skills necessary to assess and develop business strategies. Such strategies contribute toward competitive advantage and ongoing business viability and strength. Through the analysis of business cases, students will study the formulation of effective strategies and their implementation. They will learn how to evaluate the success of strategic decision making and how to revise strategies in light of changing business conditions.
HST330	Business Finance	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the principles governing the functioning of capital markets and the theories, concepts and principles used by companies to engage in financial analysis and decision making. Students analyze how organizations allocate scarce resources to projects, how assets are valued, the factors of risk management and capital budgeting. Emphasis is placed on the term structure of interest rates, the time value of money and discounted cash flow valuation which are applied in assessing a firms capital structure, capital expenditures and working capital management. Ethical considerations and fiduciary responsibility as they relate to financial management are also examined.
HST500	Consultative Skills for a Global Environment	TBD	TBD	TBD

Semester 6

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BBA600	Strategic Business Solutions	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
BMI602	International Law and Tariffs	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
	This course will examine the role played by international law in regulating international economic activity. It will review the development and elements of the international legal framework in regulating trade and investments. The course will help students define the role of law in society and the nature and basis of international law and its relationship to national law. The course will also focus on the nature, sources, and operation of international law and tariffs.
BMI603	International Transportation	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
	International Transportation (A key element of Global logistics) is the process of physical movement of raw materials and finished goods from origin to destination across country borders, in the most cost effective manner while recognizing the zero inventory/just in time principles. Firms view the logistics function as a vital element of corporate strategy in seeking a competitive advantage over their competitors. This course will highlight the importance of cost effective strategies in logistics management in an effort to achieve corporate and economic objectives. Students learn the detailed procedural and documentation process required by Transportation Canada, Canada Customs (CBSA) and Excise Laws and Regulations.
BMI605	Demand and Customer Relationship Management	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
BMT700	International Business Management	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
	This course provides students an overview of international business and trade theories in the global economy that creates new opportunities and challenges for Canadian businesses. Students will learn about country differences, regional economic integrations, government policies in attracting foreign direct investment, global monetary systems, and important factors influencing Canadian businesses to enter and operate in foreign markets.
plus: Liberal Studies Course (1)

Semester 7

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BMI601	Global Sourcing and Procurement II	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	Global Sourcing has emerged as a key element in business strategy. This course is a continuation of the concepts introduced in Global Sourcing and Procurement 1 (BMI 502) and focuses on the strategic importance of the supply function to the organization. This advanced course addresses the procurement of goods and services as a key element in organizational planning and explores the critical issues involved in making and implementing domestic and offshore sourcing decisions. The course utilizes the SAP enterprise system to demonstrate the application of key concepts.
BMI701	Global Marketing Strategy	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	This subject builds on the Introduction to Marketing course, to expose learners to the challendges and opportunities which exist in a global environment. Learners apply marketing concepts to several decision areas in the domain of international marketing. Learners gain an understanding of the global marketing environment, analyze and target global market opportunities, and develop global marketing strategies for market entry, product adaptation, pricing, distribution and promotion. Learners will also be exposed to customer centric tactics using new digital media such as CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and SM (Social Media) tools.
BMI702	Inventory Management and Production	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	This course provides a foundation in Production Processes and Systems with an emphasis on the organizational and management principles that impact on the manufacturing and international flow of products through a global corporation. As such, students will learn the management options and set of disciplines that are used by organizations to design, develop, deploy and use production systems that effectively deliver strategic objectives. Students will also learn about the processes involved in bringing a product to market from design to manufacturing and distribution in a sustainable and efficient manner. Lastly, they will apply the conceptual processes learnerd to a simulated company which is run under the SAP ERP system hence, they will bridge the gap between the fundamentals of how production operates (processes) and the tools that businesses use to accomplish their task (SAP ERP).
LSP700	Applied Research Methodology	Not offered	Not offered	Flexible
	In this course, learners develop their research skills through learning to conduct electronic and non-electronic searches. Learners practice summarizing, paraphrasing, analyzing and synthesizing information. Intellectual property issues are covered. The main focus of this course is to develop a thesis proposal on an issue related to their area of specialization in preparation for Applied Research Project. Accepted thesis proposals are implemented in Applied Research Project.
plus: Liberal Studies Course (1)

Semester 8

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
BAB906	Project Management II	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
BMI803	Business Process II	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
	The course demonstrates and applies the integration between basic business processes such as Sales, Distribution, Manufacturing, Procurement, Cost Controlling, Human Resources, Project Management and an introduction to Business Intelligence, in a large global business context. It also allows the students to measure and analyze the financial impact of decision making to operate these processes. The course supports a complete product life cycle (design to production to sales to cash collection and operations financing), in a real market competitive environment, with an emphasis on organizations marketing existing products that may experience design changes, through an international Supply Chain. In order to make the simulation experience more realistic, students will form management teams and compete against each other in a common market place.
BMI805	Advanced Topics in Supply Chain Management	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
BMT800	Applied Research Project	Flexible	Not offered	Not offered
plus: Liberal Studies Course (1)

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Seneca has been granted consent by the Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security to offer this degree for a seven-year term starting Aug. 22, 2019. In conformity with the Minister's criteria and requirements, Seneca will submit an application for the renewal of the consent for this program 12 months prior to the expiration of the consent. Seneca shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.