Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Management)

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Identify the functional areas of business (e.g., management, marketing, human resources, accounting) and recognize how each area contributes to the successful operation of an organization
2. Identify and assess the performance of an organization by collecting and interpreting data, and preparing and analyzing financial statements as well as other reports
3. Identify and examine interrelated (internal and external) factors that influence organizational culture and employee behaviours and performance
4. Define and assess the business environment and objectives of an organization to plan marketing initiatives based on core marketing principles
5. Plan, implement, and evaluate projects and programs, using project planning principles and tools
6. Recognize and adhere to the legal, ethical, economic, social, and professional frameworks within which an individual and organization operates
7. Analyze and evaluate the role of sectors, organizational structures and sizes, and the interdependence of functional areas in the development and implementation of strategies supporting organizational objectives
8. Develop a comprehensive business plan based on relevant research that integrates business principles, best practices, and environmental considerations
9. Apply social intelligence to build and nurture mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external stakeholders as appropriate in an inclusive, diverse, globalized business culture
10. Research, analyze, and critically evaluate qualitative and quantitative data from appropriate sources to support strategic and operational decisions
11. Evaluate and describe the purpose of existing and emerging technologies and leverage systems [that collect, organize, analyze, and communicate information] to support the achievement of organizational objectives
12. Evaluate and implement risk management strategies and processes to support individual and organizational performance and success
13. Set goals and adopt strategies to engage in life-long learning and personal professional development that promotes currency and innovation with emerging trends and technologies
14. Identify and apply appropriate leadership styles to inspire and motivate a diverse group of individuals to achieve personal and organizational goals
15. Develop operational plans, including allocation, direction, control, and coordination of human resources, to achieve the strategic goals for organizations of various size and type, including public, private, and not-for-profit
16. Construct an organizational design based on comprehensive analysis of internal and external environments to support the achievement of the strategic and operational goals and enhance performance
17. Examine the social, cultural, political, and legislative dimensions of international markets to develop strategies for organizations to compete on a global scale
18. Plan, implement, and evaluate the sales function of an organization to effectively manage customer relationships and to maximize efficiency and profits for the organization
19. Foster positive relationships with and among employees, and develop, implement, and manage an effective performance management process