- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course details
Examines the planning stages involved in starting a new business including market, financial and legal responsibility requirements. Major emphasis is on the initial analysis of business viability prior to the preparation of a business plan. This course will be helpful for anyone wishing to start their own business.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$563.98 - $603.20 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2024
Below are two offerings of MKTG 1324 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.
CRN 66062
Duration
Wed Apr 10 - Wed Jun 26 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 66062
- Domestic fees $591.09International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10 - Jun 26 | Wed | 17:30 - 20:30 | Downtown DTC Rm. 472 |
Instructor
Angie Dosanjh
Course outline
Domestic fees
$591.09
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
Students are permitted to register up until the first week without approval. This course is held in-person at the downtown campus. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 66174
Duration
Mon May 13 - Sat Jun 22 (6 weeks)
- 6 weeks
- CRN 66174
- Domestic fees $563.98International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13 - Jun 22 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Danielle Wilson
Course outline
Domestic fees
$563.98
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
Students are permitted to register up until the first week without approval. Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous; you are not required to meet each week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more for a condensed course, starting Week 1.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of MKTG 1324 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 47090
Duration
Mon Sep 09 - Sat Nov 30 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 47090
- Domestic fees $575.45International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 30 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Domestic fees
$575.45
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous, not requiring you to meet each week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Please check the following link to ensure you meet the computer requirements for the class. www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/bcit-sobm-byod.pdf Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more if it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist.
Status
Sneak Preview
This section is only available for registration starting Wed May 22, 2024 at 9:00 am (PDT)
CRN 38323
Duration
Tue Sep 10 - Tue Nov 26 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 38323
- Domestic fees $603.20International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Tue | 17:30 - 20:30 | Downtown DTC Rm. 689 |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Domestic fees
$603.20
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
Students are permitted to register up until the first week without approval. To be successful in this course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, starting week 1. This course is held in-person at the downtown campus. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist.
Status
Sneak Preview
This section is only available for registration starting Wed May 22, 2024 at 9:00 am (PDT)
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the importance of analyzing ideas before starting a business.
- Assess whether a new venture opportunity has sufficient potential market demand, product/service provision capacity, management skills, and financial commitment to represent a valid business opportunity.
- Identify and apply the distinctive research required to successfully complete a business plan.
- Discuss the types of information needed to evaluate competition.
- Explain the common legal forms of organization used by businesses.
- Define and select the most realistic form(s) of financing for a business.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2018
Related Programs
Small Business Development (MKTG 1324) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Marketing Management
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management (Professional Sales Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Entrepreneurship
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Retail Marketing Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Sales Skills
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Small Business Management
Statement of Completion Part-time
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