Business - Human Resources

Business Mathematics I

This is a course in the mathematical concepts needed for success in the modern business world. We will study percentages, ratios and proportions, exponents; algebraic manipulation and solution of equations and equation systems; plotting, graphing and reading descriptive charts; deriving and presenting descriptive statistics.

Critical Thinking & Writing

In this writing course, students respond to current issues and news articles via various styles of paragraphs and essays. Students practice thinking critically and organize and hone their writing to ensure clarity and correctness in their messages. Students explore different perspectives, and through synthesis, analysis, and response, strive for clarity of message and diplomatic expression of opinion based on fact. One of the pillars of Lambton College is a commitment to sustainability and equity, diversity, and inclusion, including Indigenization of the curriculum; where appropriate, readings in this course will reflect this commitment. Critical Thinking and Writing lays the foundation for a subsequent research-writing course.

Human Resources Management

Effective Human Resources Management (HRM) is critical to the success of organizations today. This course will provide an overview of the key concepts of HR management and will include some history and theory of the HR function and important terminology. It will introduce students to the core competencies of effective HR practitioners and allow for self-assessment against these competencies. We will be discussing core HR practice areas such as Strategic Planning, HR Planning, HR Administration, Talent Management, Training Learning and Development, Performance Assessment, Total Rewards (including Compensation and Benefits) Employee and Labour Relations and Health and Safety in the workplace. In addition, the course looks at the legal environment for effective HR management, and the role of HRM in mergers and acquisitions and organizational change management.

Marketing Fundamentals

This introductory marketing course provides students with a comprehensive overview of the principles, concepts, and practices of marketing. Marketing plays a critical role in today's business landscape, helping organizations effectively connect with their target audiences, create value, and drive business success. This course explores the fundamental theories and techniques of marketing while also emphasizing the role of sustainability in creating long-term value for businesses, society, and the environment. Students are introduced to various marketing components, including consumer and business buying behaviour, customer segmentation, marketing research, product development, pricing, distribution, and integrated marketing communications.

Microeconomics

This course provides an understanding of how society chooses what goods and services to produce through an examination of the laws of supply and demand as well as how and for whom they are produced by examining the behaviour of firms, market structures and the distribution of income.

Accounting Theory and Practice I

This course is an introduction to the theory of accounting and the standard methods of record-keeping. Accounting principles and concepts are emphasized in the preparation of financial statements for both service and merchandising organizations. Topics covered, take the student through the entire accounting cycle and include preparing and posting journal entries for business transactions, adjusting and closing entries, inventory costing and valuation, merchandising transactions, payroll, and bank reconciliations. This course is designed to provide the accounting skills required in business and for those students who intend to pursue a professional accounting designation.

Workplace Communication Applications & Analysis

In today's management and administration workplace, having strong computer skills is essential. This course provides students with resources and guidance to develop skills in Microsoft Office applications, focusing on three key areas: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. While learning about these programs, students develop skills in time management, accountability, and their ability to follow direction.

Communications for Business

This course provides students with the skills required for professional, written, and oral communications essential to business success and subsequent courses. Students will develop database and internet research skills; prepare professional written business communication; and create, practice and deliver professional oral presentations. Students will research and document borrowed information in a business report and will demonstrate critical reading and thinking skills.

Macroeconomics

This course provides an understanding of the role of economics in business decision-making through the study of the methodology of economics, the components of the Canadian economy, cycles in the economy, macroeconomic goals, the measuring of economic performance, and government intervention in the economy as government attempts to manage the economy.

Talent Acquisition

The right people, in the right jobs, at the right time is crucial for the success of organizations. This case based course allows students to gain experience in the full talent acquisition cycle; understanding the vacancy, writing a job description and job posting, channels for recruitment, choosing and applying assessment tools for applicants, conducting reference checks and preparing job offers. Students will consider the organization's business strategy, current market conditions, social and work environments and legal and regulatory requirements for each of these steps of the talent acquisition process.

HR Analytics

Organizations must meet fundamental requirements in the areas of employee information and records management, some of which are legislated and regulated. In this course, we will explore the systems, approaches and standards that provide value and support organizational effectiveness. Topics will include decision factors for the selection and implementation of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), key HR metrics and program evaluation approaches, document management requirements and considerations for employee scheduling and time reporting.

Sustainable Business Leadership

This course provides an exploration of sustainable business practices, focusing on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). Students examine how CSR can address social and environmental challenges, and how integrating these practices can enhance both organizational success and societal impact. Students also analyze the UN SDGs, learning how these goals can be applied to sustainable business strategies and personal success. The course includes practical examples to explore contemporary ethical business dilemmas and develop strategies for addressing them effectively. Additionally, the course emphasizes the importance of cultural competencies and inclusive practices in creating a more equitable business environment. Students gain skills in diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI), and learn how to implement these practices to foster a more socially inclusive workplace and society. Through a mix of theory and practical application, students are equipped to lead with sustainability and ethics in today's global economy.

Operations Management

Operations and supply chain management have evolved into one of today's most important business disciplines. In the dynamic world of manufacturing and service delivery, designing systems more effectively and efficiently is a key source of competitive advantage. This course introduces business students to foundational concepts and practical methods used in the design and operations of manufacturing and service firms. Students explore strategic decisions related to how firms compete including operations strategy, supply chain design, process and facility design, and capacity planning. Students also learn tactical and day-to-day strategies for inventory management, forecasting, resource scheduling, quality control, project management, and lean operating systems.

General Education Elective

Alternative Dispute Resolution

This course introduces students to methods of dealing with conflict in the workplace. Students will examine different strategies for resolving workplace conflict, including the importance of effective communication. In addition, students will study various negotiation and mediation techniques.

Occupational Health & Safety

This course introduces participants to the broad and ever-changing field of occupational health and safety, an inherently technical subject area. The multiple dimensions of the various issues--technical, legislative, political, and personal--are a required part of the training for a professional in this field or for someone who is involved with this kind of operation. Major topic areas include the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WCB, WHMIS, transportation of dangerous goods, accident prevention and investigation, physical and biological agents, and the management of Occupational Health and Safety programs

Business Statistics

This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of statistics. It includes regression analysis, probabilities and distributions, sampling, statistical estimation, and hypotheses testing.

Organizational Behaviour

This subject is an examination of the contemporary Canadian business environment including the organization, leadership and management decision process which influences the behaviour of individuals and groups. Increased global competition, technological change and the rising expectations of both employees and employers have underlined the need for improved and more effective leadership. This subject provides a better understanding of this process.

Ethical Leadership & Critical Decision Making

This interdisciplinary course combines insights from the field of business with social psychology and applied ethics to challenge students with an introspective look at some of today's most important ethical dilemmas. Students in PHL-1253 learn that the ethical standards employed by businesses and corporations ultimately concern the quality of human behaviours in those organizations. Human behaviour evolves from many influences: our past relationships, the ways we think and feel, how we respond to pressures in various social contexts, and how we deliberate in our daily thoughts and actions. Each of these influences is intimately involved with the quality of our ethical decision making.

General Education Elective

The Legal Aspects of HR

This scenario/case-based course will provide students with insight into the legal aspects of human resources management through the entire employment relationship. The focus of this course will be on current federal and provincial employment-related legislation. Students will become familiar with specific areas of law and will apply learned concepts and terminology to address issues related to effective human resource management. Students will be introduced to content specific to workplace complaints and workplace investigations as this is an expanding area of responsibility for human resource professionals.

Labour Relations

The quality of workplace relationships has a significant impact on the culture, environment and success of any organization. HR professionals are called on to support positive relationships and address interpersonal issues in both unionized and non-unionized environments. This case based course will provide the student with insight and practice in the areas of labour relations and employee relations. The course will highlight approaches to conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation. Employee Relations scenarios will focus on investigation and resolution of interpersonal issues. Labour Relations cases will focus on defining, negotiating and documenting a collective agreement between Union and Management.

Learning & Development

This course will provide students with an opportunity to explore diverse approaches to learning to address organizational and/or individual needs for development. This will be accomplished through an integrated case using adult learning principles, fundamental theories of learning, design and development choices and evaluation methods. Current trends and the use of technology will also be highlighted. This course will also compare and contrast formal performance management systems with current approaches to the motivation and management of performance. By examining fundamental theories of motivation we will understand the implications of performance management to employee motivation and success.

Human Resource Planning

Successful organizations maintain a strong link between their organizational strategy and structure. Human Resources (HR) Planning uses tools and data to inform choices related to organizational structure, job design, HR forecasting and succession planning. In this case-based course, students will examine and evaluate the effectiveness of selected models and approaches to HR Planning. Successful completion of this course, with a minimum final grade of 65%, will qualify as an approved credit towards the academic component of either the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or the Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designations granted by the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA).

Introduction To Managerial Accounting

The managerial accounting course provides students with skills to become highly effective in environments where quick decisions are required. Students learn to use financial information to make quick strategic decisions including how to use data to evaluate the effectiveness of current operations. Learning to maximize the profitability of operations, students interpret financial statements and supporting financial data that drive decision making. Topics covered in this course include cost management, analysis of financial performance, application of pricing strategies, and budgetary planning and control for a business enterprise.

Total Rewards

Today's organizations require well-designed and effectively managed rewards systems to attract, retain and motivate their workforce. This case based program will provide students with the knowledge and ability to design an effective total rewards strategy. We will explore base compensation design, benefits, non-monetary rewards, bonus structure and recognition programs in the context of regulatory requirements and emerging trends, opportunities and issues.

General Education Elective

Integrated Business Solutions: Capstone