Highlights ethical issues pertaining to the profession of coaching and the various ethical requirements of a professional coach. Students will explore ethical and morally problematic circumstances through a variety of contexts including how professional coaches conduct themselves in situations involving public safety and public trust, privacy and confidentiality, honesty or deception, informed consent, objectivity and conflicts of interest, and whistle blowing.
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BUSA506: Strategy
Explores new mental models that foster a strategist perspective required by business practitioners responsible for crafting and executing an organization’s strategy. Students will explore and think critically about the core strategic notions, concepts, tools, models and theories required by managers to manage and lead their organizations in today’s challenging, turbulent ecosystem. The thread throughout the course will be a need for all organizations to reposition themselves to accommodate this new Internet of Everything Industrial Age.
BUSA523: Managerial Corporate Finance
This course will develop your competence in important financial management concepts to understand that all business decisions involve some type of financial analysis. Coverage of the underlying principles required for an understanding of finance as it applies to business and corporations will be the focus. Key topics include time value of money, capital market theory and capital budgeting.
BUSA612: Sustainability for Business Leaders
This course empowers business leaders to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations and climate action into strategic decision-making. Students will delve into frameworks for assessing and enhancing ESG performance, with a focus on climate risk management, sustainable innovation, and regulatory compliance. The course explores the role of business leaders in driving organisational change towards sustainability and addresses strategies for creating positive social impact while achieving financial goals. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and real-world applications, students will develop the skills to lead effective ESG initiatives and contribute to climate action within their organisations. (First available offering starts April 2027.)
BUSA611: Indigenous Business Perspectives
This course offers a deep exploration of Indigenous worldviews and business practices, highlighting the unique contributions of Indigenous cultures to contemporary business models. Students will examine Indigenous governance, values, and economic systems, and their application in modern business contexts. Key topics include Indigenous entrepreneurship, sustainable resource management, community-led business development, and the role of cultural practices in economic decision-making. Through case studies, guest speakers, and collaborative projects, students will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities of working with Indigenous communities and how to foster meaningful, ethical partnerships that align with Indigenous rights and values. (First available offering starts April 2027.)
BUSA513: Delivering Customer Value
Takes a management-centered approach to thinking about operations by focusing on performance improvement and how operations can support organization strategy. While the course places a particular emphasis upon the lean management approach, key concepts and techniques of operations and supply chain management are discussed in the context of solving operational problems and looking for better ways to deliver customer value.
CHMN635: Leading Strategic Systems and Culture Change
Explore ways to create a comprehensive change strategy that engages all levels of an organization. Focuses on the multi-dimensional approaches required to inspire and execute positive change, including managing power and influence; facilitating engagement and communication strategies; and building sustainable change-leadership capacity.
CHMN675: Organizational Change: Advanced Models, Methodologies and Measurement
Explores tools for facilitating planned changes and personal transitions. Viewing organizations and communities as systems, the course examines the key levers for change and how to integrate these into the change planning process. Using this systems view as a foundational platform, several contemporary models of change will be presented including appreciative inquiry, whole systems change and project management. Students will apply knowledge using case studies, examining why change efforts fail and, more importantly, what roles leaders play in ensuring the successful implementation of change initiatives.
DTRN590: Digital Transformation: Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, and Governance
Designed to explore the ethical and governance challenges arising from the rapid integration of digital technologies and artificial intelligence in various sectors of society, this course investigates the ethical considerations, legal frameworks, and governance strategies essential for navigating the complex landscape of digital transformation. Students will gain a deep understanding of the ethical implications of emerging technologies, the importance of responsible data management, and the strategies to ensure ethical decision-making in the digital age. Special emphasis will be placed on the unique ethical and governance issues related to artificial intelligence, including bias, transparency, accountability, and the societal impact of AI systems.
DTRN585: Digital Innovation and Disruption
In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, businesses and societies are constantly reshaped by digital innovation and disruption. This course offers a deep dive into the dynamic world of emerging technologies, disruptive business models, and the profound impact they have on industries and everyday life. Students will explore cutting-edge technologies shaping the future. Through real-world case studies, interactive discussions, and expert insights, students will gain valuable insights into successful digital transformations and learn from the challenges faced by those who failed to adapt.