Undergraduate
Business 2803 - Business Technology Management
An examination of the general principles of information technology and current technologies. Emphasis is on managing technology, and the government's effort to develop standards and current industry policies. The management of technology is explored as a means of improving management and practice and creating strategic competitive advantage. The restructuring of organizations to accommodate these new technologies is also explored.
Undergraduate
Business 3063 - Business Analytics Modeling
An introduction to the use of mathematical modeling to support managerial decision making. Modeling techniques covered include linear programming, regression analysis, time series forecasting and simulation. Spreadsheet software is used as the analytic platform for developing models.
Undergraduate
Business 3083 - Intermediate Accounting 2
This course builds on the concepts in BUSI 3073 and deals with liabilities, recognition, measurement and disclosure, shareholders' equity and special topics including corporate income tax and leases. The CPA Canada Handbook will be used.
Undergraduate
Business 3613 - Business Law
The course raises awareness of the relevance and importance of the law in business and enables students to use knowledge of the law to improve business decisions and avoid unnecessary legal difficulties. The key elements are the Canadian legal system; the basics of contracts and torts; and a framework for identifying and managing legal risks that confront firms.
Undergraduate
Business 3723 - Organizational Change
A systems approach to change in organizations, illustrating the interrelationships of structure, technology, individual and group behaviour, and organizational climate. A seminar format is used, with discussion centering on a variety of analyses of organizational change, and a selection of case studies.
Undergraduate
Business 3763 - Cross-Cultural Management
This course introduces students to important frames of reference, theories and concepts to understand the behavioural and social implications of managing culturally diverse organizations.
Undergraduate Certificate
Certificate in Democratic Leadership
Acadia University's exciting, new certificate program is intended to build knowledge around the structures, processes and ideas of our political systems. It aims to prepare students to confidently consider seeking public office, and to empower those who want to practice high standards of leadership and encourage ethical, effective leadership from others.
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Post BEd Certificate
Certificate in Mathematics Teaching (Grades 5-9)
Acadia University's Certificate in Mathematics Teaching (Grades 5-9) will build your skills as a math educator for grades 5-9 (including grade 4/5 splits). The certificate is designed for teachers without a strong background in mathematics or for those seeking to update their knowledge of math curriculum and pedagogy. Our certificate addresses professional development needs identified by the Nova Scotia Department of Education, and the Minister's Advisory Committee on Teacher Certification.
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Pre-university
CHEM 0110 - Pre-University Chemistry
This course will help you learn the main topics, concepts and skills from high school chemistry, based on the Nova Scotia high school chemistry curriculum (Chemistry 11 and Chemistry 12). This course is designed for students who have never taken chemistry in high school or who would like to refresh their high school chemistry knowledge before taking first-year introductory chemistry at the university level. This course is accepted by Acadia University as the prerequisite for first-year chemistry courses.