LEAD 110

Introduction to Business is a foundational course in the Business Administration program. Steeped in a northern context, the course introduces students to fundamental principles and concepts related to the business environment on a local, northern, national, and international scale. The course will provide a broad overview of the major principles of management and introduce students to northern business organizations such as First Nation governments, territorial governments, development corporations, private organizations and non-profits. Topics representing the different organizational functions including human resources, accounting and finance, marketing, and operations will provide a foundation for further studies. The course will also provide an overview of types of business ownership, business life cycle, and factors of the economic environment. This course is restricted to students in the Business Administration and Aviation Management programs