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This course introduces students to the principlesthat are essential to an understanding ofcontemporary macroeconomics issues. Emphasis isplaced on the use of economic models to analyzeeconomic developments accurately and objectively.Students examine unemployment, inflation, andeconomic growth; as well, they evaluategovernment's use of fiscal and monetary policy todeal with these problems.

This course introduces the student to theprinciples that are essential to an understanding of contemporary microeconomic issues. Emphasis is placed on the use of economic models to analyze economic developments accurately and objectively. Students will examine the role of prices and competitive markets in the allocation of resources, firm behaviour and market structures; as well, they will...

With friendly hands-on instruction we’ll show you how to make that special Christmas urn or swag arrangement your friends and neighbours will be envious of.

The professional home inspector is required, both verbally and in writing, to describe the inspection process and communicate inspection findings to the client. It is imperative that the home inspector be able to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding of an inspection, once conducted. Students in this subject develop their oral and written communication skills, and learn the...

Students taking this course will learn the definition of culture and will be introduced to inter-cultural communication theories such as differences in gestures, personal spaces, and customs. By identifying intercultural issues in North American society, student will learn how they can apply intercultural communication theories to their daily lives and how they can respect and understand persons...

Effective communication skills are essential to all aspects of life and this course specifically addresses communications in contemporary businesses and organizations. It is important to be aware of the wide variety of communication methods and technological tools which are available, and which should be used to a convey a particular message. Managing communication channels requires time...

News stories confront us with people, places, issues and crises from around the world. An understanding of background issues help us make informed judgements. This subject focuses on the main news stories of the day and looks for your critical interpretation.

This online course will focus on communication with the terminally ill patient and their families. Topics include: basic process and steps of effective communication, factors influencing personal and cultural attitudes in communication, identifying basic verbal and non-verbal communication, techniques used to establish a trusting relationship and how to identify ineffective communication.

Occupational health and safety technicians communicate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including co-workers, safety committees, management and regulatory bodies. In this course, students will produce informational bulletins, training materials, meeting minutes, reports, and policy and procedure documents for specific contexts and audiences. Occupation-specific documents and...

Learners explore how to monitor and measure the impact of a social media strategy or social media efforts. Specifically, learners learn which tools are available for monitoring and measuring social media efforts. Through online discussion, learners discuss the challenges of ongoing measurement in a rapidly changing field and explore strategies for addressing these challenges. Learners are also...