This is the introductory course in business offered in the first semester of the program. It outlines the business functions, work functions, and the types of professions and careers available to students following their training in the AMT program. It prepares them for advanced courses in different areas of business (i.e. accounting, finance, management, business law, operations management, human resources management, etc.), offered in subsequent semesters.

This course introduces students to basic academic skills needed for success in business studies, with a focus on research, reading, and writing. Students will practice finding and analyzing reliable sources from both academic and industry contexts to support their research. Along the way, they?ll gain insight into different areas of business communications. Throughout the course, students will build hands-on skills in navigating research tools, assessing information critically, collaborating with peers, writing business documents, and presenting effectively in front of an audience.

This course will provide insight concerning the behaviors of decision takers in the market. It provides students with an opportunity to expand their knowledge of the business environment in the context of economic markets. The focus will be on different competitive conditions such as perfect competition, monopoly, and oligopolies. Students will examine different aspects of externalities, positive and negative, to identify possible solutions and costs associated linked to the profit function. Students will also analyze how individuals' behaviors in decision making can influence allocation of resources and prices in markets, with the use of concepts such as elasticity, utility theory, productions costs, profit margins and the opportunity costs of business decision making.

This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of the nature, function, contribution, and influence of the laws, regulations, and policies that apply to business and professional environments. Students will also develop practical skills to gather, maintain, and apply legal information in order to identify legal issues and address legal situations that may arise during business and professional activities.

This course is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of human relations, negotiation strategies, and conflict resolution techniques applicable in both professional and personal settings. It emphasizes the importance of effective communication, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving skills in managing interpersonal dynamics, whether they are one on one or within a team. By the end of the course, students will be able to navigate a variety of interpersonal situations and develop positive relationships that support organizational and personal success.

Students will integrate and apply accounting concepts acquired in their other financial accounting courses through guided use of commercial software applications. The course emphasizes developing practical familiarity and hands-on experience with industry-standard tools while exploring how technology enhances financial reporting and supports informed decision-making in professional business environments.

This course is a continuation of Small Business Accounting I and II. It is intended to give students additional financial accounting working knowledge in a corporate environment. The primary focus is to provide students with an understanding of the scale and scope of accounting related to small and big corporations. We will explore the difference between cash accounting and accrual accounting. Students will be introduced to the main financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement) as well as to the financial statement notes. Students will develop the ability to process, prepare and present accounting entries and financial statements for a corporation. Other topics include recording cash inflows and outflows, and consolidation.

This course builds upon the knowledge acquired in Personal Finance. With a strong emphasis on case-based learning and problem-solving, topics will include time value of money calculations for common financial decisions, analysis of financing options, evaluation of investment projects, tools to monitor working capital and the analysis of key performance indicators.

This course will introduce students to the importance of customer services in an organization. The student will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities related to communication with customers, from receiving a request to doing a follow-up, or dealing with objections and complaints.

This course introduces students to the essential digital tools used in today?s workplaces. Students learn the basics of data handling, data visualization, and digital communication while exploring how technology supports everyday business tasks. The focus is on building familiarity with software and tools that improve organization, efficiency, and decision-making in business and administrative tasks.

This course builds on the skills from Digital Toolbox I with a stronger focus on business oriented, and more advanced applications. Students will learn to combine different tools to manage information more effectively, create clear and professional data presentations, and work collaboratively using digital platforms. By the end of the course, students will be able to apply a wider range of tools to solve workplace problems, support teamwork, and improve business processes.

This course is designed to help students communicate effectively in a range of professional contexts using the French language. Students will develop their oral and written skills while acquiring vocabulary and terminology relevant to the business world. The course also emphasizes the interpretation and translation of short administrative, promotional, and professional texts, preparing students to navigate real-world business interactions with confidence.