(Spring CRN 14543) This course introduces technology deployment and management in organizations. Through cases and hands-on use of leading software solutions, students will explore how technology enables and supports the innovativeness and competitiveness of organizations. Topics include technology’s relat ionship to organizational effectiveness and strategic positioning, IT management, enterprise systems, security, social media, business intelligence and analytics, and ethics. Cases of leading tech companies and radical innovations are used to illustrate concepts. Credit will be granted for only one of BSAD 281 or INFO 102. Three credits.
(Spring CRN 14544) This course draws on the principles of finance and applies them to decisions faced by individuals in the management of their personal finances. The course explores the planning process using readings, cases and problems. Three credits.
(Spring CRN 14545) A review of the many functions of human resource management, including but not limited to employee selection, development, appraisal and compensation, in addition to the broader social and legal context which influences the HR practice. This course makes a case for the strategic role that proper management of human resources plays in successful organizations while providing an important critique of the practice. Credit will be granted for only one of BSAD 363 or SMGT 322 completed prior to 2024-2025. Three credits.
(Summer CRN 23011) This course focuses on concepts that will help business managers to take advantage of the evolving world of mobile commerce (m-commerce) and social media opportunities. The various concepts include e-business models, e-business technology infrastructure, building e-commerce mobile presence, social networks and mobile platforms for marketing and advertising, digital content and media, online retail mobile commerce from various industries, supply chain management and collaborative commerce, m-commerce security and payments, and ethical issues in m-commerce. Credit will be granted for only one of BSAD 383 or BSAD 415/INFO 446. Three credits.
(Summer CRN 23012) Focuses on aligning and executing a digital marketing strategy sensitive to the ways in which consumers interact with their brands and make purchasing decisions in today’s hyper-connected media environment. By embracing the changing digital marketing landscape, students will learn to shape a digital strategy that allows insights to come to life in the right channel, for the right consumer, at the right time. Three credits.
Designed specifically for practicing educators, our Certificate in Elementary Mathematics Pedagogy empowers teachers to elevate their mathematics teaching skills. This comprehensive program focuses on enriching educators’ pedagogical content knowledge, enhancing their understanding of assessment strategies, and integrating inclusive practices within the mathematics curriculum. It also emphasizes the importance of culturally relevant teaching methodologies to create engaging and effective learning environments.
Our flexible course delivery caters to the busy schedules of practicing teachers, offering a blend of face-to-face and online instruction. Sessions are conveniently scheduled on weekends and evenings, allowing participants to balance professional development with their teaching commitments. Whether you prefer the direct engagement of in-person learning or the convenience of online study, this program is tailored to fit your needs and enhance your expertise in mathematics education.
Embark on a journey to transform your mathematics teaching approach, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of math in your students through innovative and inclusive practices.
The Certificate in Outdoor Education (COE) is a program that leads to a license upgrade for teachers who are interested in developing their capabilities to enact outdoor education practices across Nova Scotian Public Schools. The courses in the COE are designed to enhance professional skill development in specialized areas of outdoor education, and to enhance the curricular awareness and teaching strategies associated with assessment practices, managing risk, inclusion, and learning in the outdoors.
This non- credit university preparation course is for individuals who have not taken chemistry in high school or who need a refresher for high school chemistry. Specific focus will be placed on preparing students for first year chemistry at STFX (Chemistry 101/121/151). This self-directed course is delivered purely in an online format and is completed at your own pace.
In this course we will cover the basic fundamentals of chemistry including the properties of matter; bonding and intermolecular forces; chemical equations and reactions; acid and bases; and equilibrium. Assessment will consist of a mixture of quizzes, assignments, and formal exams. Where appropriate there will be short videos of experiments with accompanying questions.
(Spring CRN 14546/Lab 14547) Fundamental principles of chemistry, including the nature of atoms, ions and molecules, stoichiometry, and thermochemistry. Chemistry of aqueous soltuions including oxidation-reduction reactions, equilibrium and acid/base chemistry with a focus on buffer solutions. The application of chemical principles in areas of interest to students in life sciences, human nutrition and human kinetics are emphasized.Credit will be granted for only one of CHEM 101, CHEM 100, CHEM 120 or CHEM 121. Three Credits. Includes mandatory on-campus lab component.
(Summer CRN 23013/Lab 23014) Chemical kinetics, thermochemistry and the electronic structure and properties of atoms and ions and bonding models used to determine molecular geometry. Basic concepts of organic chemistry, materials and environmental chemistry are covered. Intended for students in the life sciences, human nutrition and human kinetics. Credit will be granted for only one of CHEM 102, CHEM 100, CHEM 120 or CHEM 121. Three Credits. Includes mandatory on-campus lab component.
