Course
Intro to Business
The expression "You're in business" means everything's in great shape. In the real business world, that only happens when you've mastered the essentials. And this course is a great place to start. Your instructor has the hands-on experience to teach you about the principal functions of business, its organizational aspects, the elements of business that are controllable, and more importantly, those that aren't. You'll develop your business language and learn the essentials of entrepreneurship. Seriously, if you want a career in business, either for a company or yourself, don't miss this first crucial step.
Upcoming date(s)
Term
Section
mode
Fees
April 2 – June 4, 2025
We 18:00 – 21:00
Spring
1
Online
$1,100.00
Term
Spring
Section
1
mode
Online
Fees
$1,100.00
September 16 – October 16, 2025
Tu Th 9:00 – 12:00
Fall
A1
Online
$1,100.00
Term
Fall
Section
A1
mode
Online
Fees
$1,100.00
September 17 – November 19, 2025
We 18:00 – 21:00
Fall
1
Online
$1,100.00
Term
Fall
Section
1
mode
Online
Fees
$1,100.00
March 31 – April 30, 2026
Tu Th 9:00 – 12:00
Spring
C1
Online
$1,100.00
Term
Spring
Section
C1
mode
Online
Fees
$1,100.00
April 1 – June 3, 2026
We 18:00 – 21:00
Spring
1
Online
$1,100.00
Term
Spring
Section
1
mode
Online
Fees
$1,100.00
Your takeaways
This course is a great way to help you:• Explain the various business functions and how they relate to day-to-day activities of the organization
• Apply business concepts in a real-world managerial and/or entrepreneurial context;
• Analyze, plan for, and respond to the uncontrollable environments that impact an organization;
• Recognize and consider the ethical and social implications of decision-making.
Our approach
As in the workplace, teamwork is key here. Sure, there will be engaging assignments and activities, but you'll also form ad-hoc teams to discuss real-world subjects presented by business experts. You'll formulate strategies to solve problems or seize opportunities. Above all, you'll have ample chance to contribute personally to the process. This course is designed with a combination of online live synchronous learning where the instructor and the students meet in a virtual classroom (Zoom) at the same time, and asynchronous work guided by the instructor and completed by students in their own time.Who benefits the most?
• Students who want an introduction to the essentials of business.• Students who want to pursue a career in any type of business.
• Budding entrepreneurs who want to get off on the right foot.
• Anyone who wants to learn more about organizational structures.
• Foreign business students who want to improve their North American business vocabulary and understanding.
Concordia CCE Loyalty Discount
All students who meet at least one of the following conditions, will receive a 10% discount on their CCE course or workshop tuition fees:
- Have completed a CCE, Undergraduate or Graduate course at Concordia University in a prior academic term;
- Have completed a language proficiency test (IELTS) at CCE;
- Have completed a CCE Professional Development Seminar/Workshop.
This discount is based on the information maintained in the Concordia University student information system.
NOTE: This discount does not apply to a language proficiency test enrollment (IELTS) nor to application fees for admission to a CCE program of study.