Business Administration Essentials

Course description

This online, self-paced course serves as a foundational introduction for learners with little or no business background. It covers the critical components necessary for students to further their business education at a more advanced micro-credential, certificate, or diploma level. Learners will gain a comprehensive overview of fundamental concepts and functions, including:

• understanding human behaviour within organizations for effective management
• establishing financial stability
• enhancing decision-making and problem-solving skills through process analysis, analytical tools and communication improvement

Through reinforced learning with targeted activities and self-assessment tools, the course design encourages students to track their progress and engage with the content at a deeper level. This course:

• can be completed within 5 weeks
• requires a commitment of 6-8 hours per week
• can be enrolled in during any term
• can be started at any time

While it lays the groundwork for further micro-credential business programs, students may also choose to take this course as a stand-alone offering, earning a certificate of completion.

Note: This course does not count as a core or elective course toward the Business Administration Certificate, Diploma, or micro-credential programs, however, it is a suggested preparatory course for those looking to complete a micro-credential in a business topic. This course is not open to international learners.