BAM101 - Introduction to Business Administration

Subject Title
Introduction to Business Administration

Subject Description
This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the Canadian business environment, business issues and functions, and the major forces at work in the global economy. It provides students with a perspective of business firms as integrated organizations composed of a number of specialized functions.

Credit Status
One diploma level credit.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Discuss the role and changing trends of Canadian business in the Canadian and global economic systems.
2. Identify and describe the political, economic, social, technological and international / geographic environments within which business operates.
3. Compare the various forms of business ownership, identify the importance of entrepreneurs, and explain the appropriate structures for setting up business in Canada, including the basic elements of a business plan.
4. Describe the basic management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling as they pertain to all areas of business.
5. Describe the elements of Human Resource Management within an organization and the importance of leading and motivating employees.
6. Discuss ethical issues and social responsibility, and how they affect the major business stakeholders such as employees, customers, investors, the community and environment.
7. Describe the importance of trade for Canadian business including the opportunities and challenges of conducting business in the global economy.
8. Explain financial management as it relates to the Canadian money and banking systems, risk management, securities markets and investment functions.

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

Academic Integrity
Seneca upholds a learning community that values academic integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, respect, responsibility and courage. These values enhance Seneca's commitment to deliver high-quality education and teaching excellence, while supporting a positive learning environment. Ensure that you are aware of Seneca's Academic Integrity Policy which can be found at: http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academic-integrity-policy.html Review section 2 of the policy for details regarding approaches to supporting integrity. Section 2.3 and Appendix B of the policy describe various sanctions that can be applied, if there is suspected academic misconduct (e.g., contract cheating, cheating, falsification, impersonation or plagiarism).

Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecapolytechnic.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.

Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
Synchronous (live) classes may be delivered in person, in a Flexible Learning space, or online through a Seneca web conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom. Flexible Learning spaces are equipped with cameras, microphones, monitors and speakers that capture and stream instructor and student interactions, providing an in-person experience for students choosing to study online.

Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.

By attending live classes, students are consenting to the collection and use of their personal information for the purposes of administering the class and associated coursework. To learn more about Seneca's privacy practices, visit Privacy Notice.

Evaluation	Grade Value
Case Study / Assignment	15%
Mid-term Test	25%
Term Work * *refer to instructor's weekly schedule (Outline Addendum) for term work evaluation details	25%
FInal Exam	35%
Total	100%

 

Assignments, Tests, and Presentations Policy

 

As would be expected in a business environment, if you cannot meet a deadline or will be absent, you MUST inform key people.  Some work is time-sensitive and cannot be delayed.  Other work can be delayed, though there are likely consequences of being late.  The following guidelines are structured to be relevant, balancing fairness and compassion without compromising standards.  Students must ultimately prove mastery of course outcomes to pass.

 

Missed Tests & Presentations

 

Students are required to complete all tests, in-class assignments, and presentations on the scheduled dates and times.  Missed tests, in-class assignments, and presentations will result in a grade of zero.  If there is a valid and unavoidable reason, the student MUST notify the professor by email or phone prior to the scheduled class time.  If by phone, the student must follow-up with an email within 48 hours.  The email must provide the reason for missing the test, assignment, or presentation and relevant supporting documentation may be required.

 

Late Assignments 

 

Assignments are to be submitted on the specified due date.  If assignments are handed in late without a valid reason and/or sufficient notice, the professor reserves the right to deduct 10% per day for each day that the assignment is late (not including weekends or holidays). Assignments will NOT be accepted after the return of graded assignments to the class or after five business days, whichever is earlier.

 

Note:   Always use your Seneca email account to send a message to the professor - using any other account may result in your message being deleted by the college's spam filter.  Always keep a copy of your email message in case verification is required.