Payroll Administration

Presents a practical study of Canadian business law, including the legal and administrative systems, torts, contracts, sale of goods and consumer protection, employment, business organizations, and intellectual property. Participation in this course, taught by lawyers, prepares you to recognize and feel comfortable with the legal aspects of doing business.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

​Computers and information technology are the foundation of business today and an essential tool in the current labour market. This course provides a deep understanding of computer terminology, operating systems, and the most popular software applications used in business. The course discusses up to date technology issues and challenges that affect and impact the business environment. At the end of the course students will become proficient on Microsoft Office applications; specifically, in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Power Point. Students work individually on projects in lab settings and complete a number of individual projects and quizzes /exams.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

This course covers the full accounting cycle for individuals with little or no accounting background. Topics include accounting as an information system; introduction to accounting theory; income measure; traditional record keeping; the accounting cycle; cash and financial statements.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

This course is the second of two designed to provide first year students with a general understanding of the nature, purpose and general procedures of accounting. The course examines notes and accounts receivables; capital assets; liabilities; partnerships; corporations and consolidations; international transactions; financial statement analysis; and cash flow statements.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in FMGT 1100 or 50% in FMGT 1105

The topical coverage is designed to follow the general structure of the Canadian Income Tax Act. Lecture, seminar and additional readings are utilized to help students locate, interpret and analyse the selected provisions. The course will examine the major income categories and applicable rules used to calculate net income for tax purposes. The course will also determine who is subject to tax in Canada and the basis on which Canada levies income tax.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in FMGT 2100 or 50% in FMGT 2105 or 60% in ACCG 5110

Students who complete the course will know the payroll compliance responsibilities that affect organizations, apply payroll legislation and calculate individual pay. This includes all components of individual pay from remuneration, through deductions, to net pay for both regular and non-regular situations. Students will have the content and skills to effectively communicate all aspects of the individual pay calculation process to external and internal stakeholders. Graduates of this course will be able to calculate and report the government and third party remittances, year-end requirements and accounting for payroll at the compliance level for the organization. They will also be able to effectively communicate these organizational processes and requirements to internal and external stakeholders.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

​This course introduces students to computerized payroll systems, including systems such as Intuit's QuickBooks and Sage 300 ERP. QuickBooks is used by many small businesses to pay their employees, while Sage 300 provides a more robust payroll system that will allow students to learn how to pay employees with more complex payroll requirements. This course builds on the fundamental payroll knowledge students will have gained in FMGT 4915, and shows them how the theory works in practice within organizations that use computerized payroll systems.​
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in FMGT 4915

This course covers theory, practice and standard programs employed by human resource management practitioners in today’s private sector business, government and other organizations. The course covers the major human resource management functions with some emphasis on applied knowledge. Recommended for all persons interested in general management, HR management, and/or supervision.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

Develops a basic knowledge of salary administration. Introduces wage and salary administration techniques including job analysis, job evaluation, compensation surveys, establishing and maintaining salary schedules, administering a salary plan; general and specific adjustments for promotions and demotions; and how to set up a simple plan. Contemporary issues such as pay compression, pay equity and confidentiality are addressed.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in HRMG 3105

This course presents the study of factors that either influence or are influenced by people at work. Focuses on macro factors such as organizational structure, technology and environment; group factors such as group dynamics, leadership, conflict, change and decision-making; and individual factors such as personality, attitudes, perception and motivation.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

This course will explore the common law legal principles and statutory regimes governing the relationship between individual employees and employers in Canada. While the emphasis will be on the law of employment in the non-union context, comparisons will be made throughout the course between individual and unionized activity and the relationship between unions and employers in Canada. The course will involve a review of relevant statutes, analysis of decisions from the courts, practical exercises, discussion and student presentations. Students should take HRMG 3205 Labour Relations I to learn about employment law as it applies to a unionized workforce.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

​The main focus of this course is to develop data analytic skills and demonstrate the ability to manage and present complex data to effectively support business decisions. Students will develop a sound methodology to build "what if" spreadsheet models to assess various business cases. Throughout the course, students will work on business cases in which the design of the spreadsheet is of paramount importance. This course covers advanced Excel formulas, concepts, and applications using larger and more professional worksheets and focusses on the data modeling approach using MS Excel. Topics include built-in functions, charts, transferring data across applications, and using the built-in tools including Pivot Tables, Sparklines, Slicers, and Power Pivots.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in BSYS 1000 or 50% in BSYS 1001

​In an information-based society, understanding data management is vital. The backbone of the Internet, Cloud Computing, and Business Intelligence are relational database management systems. The use and manipulation of data is the key to utilize business information to create a competitive advantage. This course introduces relational database management systems, data modeling, and artificial intelligence. Students will use Microsoft Access, a relational database management system, to create data models and build data applications. An introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning tools and models will also be included in the course. Microsoft 365 is a suite of Microsoft software which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Access is provided to all current BCIT students. BSYS courses and materials are designed to be delivered on a MS Windows environment.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in BSYS 1000 or 50% in BSYS 1001 or 50% in BSYS 1005

​This communication course teaches practical business communication techniques for planning, organizing, selecting, writing, and presenting information in business or industry. It covers routine memos, letters, request and reply letters, and oral presentations. NOTE: COMM 1103 is equivalent to COMM 1106. Although COMM 1106 may not be included on the program course list or program matrix, students may choose either COMM 1106 or COMM 1103 for their program. Students do not need to take COMM 1103 if they take COMM 1106. Students do not need to submit transcripts for entrance to this course. BUT, in the case of formal or informal grade appeals or reviews they will be asked to show proof of their English requirements. Students who wish to confirm their English level are strongly advised to take COMM 0015.​ Students scoring below "C+" in English Studies 12 are encouraged to take COMM 1106 instead of COMM 1103.​
Prerequisite(s):

• English Studies 12 "67%" (C+) or equivalent (ie: COMM 0015 "70+" or IELTS Academic 6.5, etc.)

​This course provides a comprehensive overview and the relevance of management information systems in the accounting sector. Students will gain capabilities that will enable them to analyze information systems within the framework of modern business environments. In addition, the course will examine management information systems and different technologies as enablers and facilitators of business strategy. Different systems, methods, and digital tools will be discussed to set and control performance and improve managerial decision-making. This course meets the requirements set by the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Competency Map.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

A specialist module that introduces students to the Windows operating system, computer-based financial information systems, and comprehensive accounting and record keeping for a small business.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in FMGT 1100 or 50% in FMGT 1105 or 50% in FMGT 1110

This course emphasizes the following: role of the management accountant, cost concepts & terminology, job costing, cost-volume- profit- analysis, activity-based costing & activity-based management, budgeting and control, standard costs, variance analysis and income effects of alternative inventory costing methods. Cost and Managerial Accounting 1 will also demonstrate how to use financial information and various decision-making tools to make sound business decisions.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in FMGT 2100 or 50% in FMGT 2105 or 60% in ACCG 5110

​This course introduces students to Intuit's QuickBooks (online) and Sage 300 ERP accounting software as well as an introduction to Data and Analytics using various tools including Excel, Power BI and Tableau. QuickBooks, is typically used by small businesses and not-for-profit entities while Sage 300 ERP is used by larger organizations. Students are introduced to various commonly used features, including transaction entry, file management master record maintenance and reporting features including printing financial statements. ​
Prerequisite(s):

• (50% in BSYS 2050 and 50% in BSYS 2060) or (50% in BSYS 2051 and 50% in BSYS 2061) or 50% in FMGT 2100 or 50% in FMGT 2105 and (50% in FMGT 2710 or 50% in FMGT 2711 or 50% in COMP 1255)

The course will follow a conceptual framework based upon the structural elements of the Income Tax Act. Topics include the calculation of Net Income for Tax Purposes, Taxable Income, and Taxes Payable for individuals and corporations. The course also includes non-arm's length transactions, attribution, retirement savings, residency issues, and corporate integration issues. Basic tax planning strategies for individuals and corporations will also be explored.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in FMGT 3410

A practical course for those responsible for safety and health in an organizational setting, including managers, supervisors, shop stewards, safety committee members, members of the labour relations or human resources department. Topics include: Workers' Compensation Act; rules and regulations, safety program elements; the role of the committee; claim and disability management; due diligence; and union/management cooperation.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

This is an advanced course for students specializing in human resource management. The learning outcomes address both the knowledge and skills to design and implement effective recruitment and selection processes and/or to critique and improve existing processes. The outcomes also address the specific skills to conduct selection interviewing. The course materials are designed to be relevant for a human resource professional in either an organizational or consulting capacity.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in HRMG 3105^† (^† may be taken concurrently)