Academic Calendar 2024/25

Applied Business Technology


English language proficiency requirements

Students registering in post-secondary level courses (numbered 100 to 499) will be required to meet the English language entrance proficiency requirements. Students in ELS or the University Foundations programs can register in those courses identified in the University Foundations program with lower levels of language proficiency.

Please note that not all courses are offered every semester.

ABT 110

1.5 credits

Database Management

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ABT program

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Skill development and application of introductory database concepts using Microsoft ® Access. Topics include designing, creating, maintaining, editing, and querying a database; and creating reports and forms.

ABT 111

1.5 credits

Office Practices and Management

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ABT program.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Introduction to common office procedures and management. Emphasis on the roles and responsibilities of the administrative professional in an office setting and the importance of career management as a success factor.

ABT 131

3 credits

Adaptive Technologies and Keyboarding

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Applied Business Technology certificate.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Introduction to the fundamentals of text-generation methods with an emphasis on speed and accuracy. Students will build proficiencies in traditional keyboarding techniques as well as in adaptive technologies used in document production such as speech-to-text, screen recording, captioning, and other accessibility and productivity tools.

ABT 133

4.5 credits

Word Processing

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ABT program.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Skill development and application of advanced word processing concepts using Microsoft® Word software. Emphasis is on creating business documents with a high standard of professionalism and attention to detail. Integration of concepts across multiple software applications is also studied and applied.

ABT 135

3 credits

Business English and Communications

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ABT program.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Introduction to the principles of workplace communications. Emphasis on the writing process, including positive, negative, and persuasive messages. Development and application of self-editing, proofreading, and peer editing skills, and analysis of communication situations. Employment documents and professional presentations will also be prepared.

ABT 137

3 credits

Spreadsheets

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ABT program.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Skill development and application of advanced spreadsheets concepts using Microsoft® Excel software. Emphasis is on creating spreadsheets with a business focus and analysing spreadsheet data when making business decisions.

ABT 143

3 credits

Bookkeeping

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ABT program.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Introduction to the basic principles, concepts, and applications of accounting. Emphasis is on the accounting cycle for a service business organized as a sole proprietorship.

ABT 160

1.5 credits

Web-based Business Communications

Prerequisite(s): ABT 135

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Builds on ABT 135 (Business English and Communications) by developing writing for the web. Evaluation of different business communication tools such as social media, websites, and print. Application of writing principles for different audiences to create effective web communications. Creation of portfolio demonstrating mastery of multi-media marketing and website maintenance.

ABT 187

3 credits

Work Experience

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the ABT program and department permission.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Provides practical experience in Lower Mainland offices. Three weeks are spent undertaking a variety of administrative functions in offices of companies/agencies with whom the Applied Business Technology department liaises.

ABT 188

3 credits

Capstone

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Applied Business Technology certificate and department permission.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Students will develop a project plan and deliver a capstone project. Emphasis is on using ABT program skills and experiences to explore and refine professional administrative practice.

Note: Students with credit for ABT 187 cannot take this course for further credit

Last updated: May 14, 2024

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