BCMP 225 - Business Productivity Tools and Technology

Course Description
The use of industry standard software is essential to effectively manage the information technologies that are required in business and networked environments today. In this course, you will gain expertise in managing and customizing the Windows environment, as well as effectively using Internet resources to enhance business productivity. You will develop skills in creating professional documents, managing data using spreadsheets and using technology for effective presentations. Through hands-on applications, you will learn to use productivity tools and application software in various business situations, and be able to select the right tool for the business need.

3 credits

Additional Requisite Information:

Continuing Education Students
- Required Materials: There is a $60 fee for the Pearson MyITLab learning platform used in this course. Instructions for purchasing the software will be provided by your instructor.
- Software Requirements:
  - Windows 7 or higher,
  - Microsoft Office Professional 2013 for PC or Microsoft Office 365, and
  - Internet Explorer 11 or higher.
Distance Education Students
- Required Materials: There is a $60 fee for the Pearson MyITLab learning platform used in this course. Instructions for purchasing the software will be provided in your online course.
- Software Requirements:
  - Windows 7 or higher,
  - Microsoft Office Professional 2013 for PC or Microsoft Office 365, and
  - Internet Explorer 11 or higher.
- Important Notes: You begin on the listed start date. Your end date is based on the length of the course. You are required to meet any assessment deadlines set by the instructor.
- One two-month course extension may be purchased up to two business days prior to your course end date.
- For more information about online learning, contact distance.education@sait.ca.

Equivalent Course(s):

BCMP 1225