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New McMaster/Mohawk Affiliated Certificates


 

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SOC SCI 2MR3  Introduction to Marketing for Social Sciences (Summer 2012 - Term II)

 





The following courses will be offered Fall/Winter 2012/13 at McMaster University:

 

CERTIFICATE IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN THE

NOT-FOR-PROFIT SECTOR

 

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SOC SCI 2BR3 Board and Staff Responsibilities (Term I)

This course examines the characteristics of non-profit organizations and the relevance of an organization’s mission within a changing environment. It will also consider the roles and responsibilities of the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors, management styles appropriate to voluntary organizations and techniques for productive meetings. 

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

(Not open to Continuing Students*)


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*SOC SCI 2HR3  Human Resources Management for Social Sciences (Term I)

Develops comprehensive knowledge and the skills required to carry out Human Resources functions. Includes a variety of methods such as case studies and simulations to enhance learning activities.

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Not open to students with credit or registration in Commerce 2BC3.

(Not open to Continuing Students*)

*Note: Soc Sci 2HR3 may be used toward the Affiliated Certificate in Leadership and Management in the Not-For-Profit Sector and/or the Business Studies Certificate

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SOC SCI 2RD3 Resource Development (Term II)

This course will investigate sources of funding for not-for-profit organizations including grants, foundations, corporate partnerships, government programs and fundraising. Students will learn how to create a resource development plan, and how to identify capacity, vision and ethics in order to assess potential resources available to the organization. 

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

(Not open to Continuing Students*)


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SOC SCI 2SP3  Strategic and Long Range Planning (Term II)

This course will explore the various models of strategic planning. Based on outcome, evaluation and accountability, students will learn how to select the appropriate model and how to conduct environmental analysis in order to manage the organization. 

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

(Not open to Continuing Students*)

*Continuing Students are university graduates who are not proceeding to an advanced degree 
Enrolment will be capped at 80. Information pamphlets are available in the Office of the Associate Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences (KTH/129).

 

BUSINESS STUDIES CERTIFICATE


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SOC SCI 2AC3  Financial & Managerial Accounting for Social Sciences (Term II)

An introduction to financial accounting and managerial accounting with a focus on topics relevant to managerial decision making.  The course has two distinct elements:  Financial accounting with a focus on understanding financial statements and management accounting with an emphasis on costing, budgeting, and control.

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Grade 11 M or U Math is recommended.

Not open to students with credit or registration in Commerce 2AA3, 2AB3.

(Not open to Continuing students*)


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SOC SCI 2BU3  Introduction to Business for Social Sciences  (Term I)

An overview of the functional areas of business and how they interact.  This course is designed to provide an understanding of the role of business in Canada, by focusing on the basics of management, organizational theory and structure.

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Not open to students with credit in Commerce 1B03, 1E03.

(Not open to Continuing students*)


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SOC SCI 2EN3 Entrepreneurial Training for Social Sciences (Term II)

This course will offer a careful examination of the process of entrepreneurship, concentrating on both theoretical styles and practical approaches.

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Completion of Soc Sci 2BU3 is strongly recommended.

Not open to students with credit in Engn Mgt 5E03. (Not open to students registered in Level 9*)

(Not open to Continuing students*)


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SOC SCI 2HR3 Human Resources Management for Social Sciences (Term I)

Develops comprehensive knowledge and the skills required to carry out Human Resources functions. Includes a variety of methods such as case studies and simulations to enhance learning activities.

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Not open to students with credit or registration in Commerce 2BC3.

(Not open to Continuing students*)

Note: Soc Sci 2HR3 may also be used toward the Affiliated Business Studies Certificate and/or the Certificate in Leadership and Management in the Not-For-Profit Sector

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SOC SCI 2MR3  Introduction to Marketing for Social Sciences (Term II)

This course examines how environmental forces shape an organization's marketing program.  Students will learn to create marketing plans that reflect current consumer behaviour patterns, and practice the development of a product or service component of the marketing mix.

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Not open to students with credit or registration in Commerce 2MA3.

(Not open to Continuing students*)


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SOC SCI 2PF3  Personal Financial Management for Social Sciences (Term I)

Develops a functional level of competency in managing personal financial affairs. Identifies critical areas of financial concern and applies various techniques and models to analyze problems associated with financial planning.

Prerequisite:  Registration in Level II or above of a program in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Grade 11 M or U Math is recommended. Not open to students with credit in Commerce 4FL3, 4FP3.

(Not open to Continuing students*)

*Continuing Students are university graduates who are not proceeding to an advanced degree

Enrolment for all courses will be capped at 80. Information pamphlets are available in the Office of the Associate Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences (KTH/129).

 

 

 

 

 

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