Program Outline. Program Description: Students will learn fundamental skills to be successful in international business. They can be better equipped to work in a variety of industries that require both administrative and customer service support. Career Opportunities: Students will be prepared to work as General Office Support Workers, in customer service, or within the hospitality industry. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to: - Build and deliver boardroom quality presentations. - Research for and engage in formal and informal debates. - Complete a business resume. - Develop a market-ready strategy for a service or product. - Complete a variety of work-related writing tasks including business letters, business reports, and emails. - Contribute meaningfully to business conversations. - Complete a range of tasks related to administrative support - Conduct market surveys and various other research tasks Method(s) of Evaluation: ✓ Written examination ✓ Interview skills assessment ✓ Project based assessment ✓ Assignment (Worksheet) Submission ✓ Course Attendance Completion Requirements: ✓ Meet the required attendance criteria ✓ Obtain the minimum grade requirement for each course ✓ Successfully complete the in-class and practicum/co-op training components of the curriculum (complete the required number of hours of practicum/co-op training) Delivery Method(s): Combined delivery (both in-class and distance) Required course materials Materials are primarily created by the instructional staff such as handouts and PowerPoint presentations for each topic. The information is based on research and expertise of the instructors’ business background, industry experience, and knowledge. BFC Program # Of Weeks # Of Hours Business Communication I (BCI) 5 115 Business Communication II (BCII) 5 115 Fundamentals I 4 80 Essential Business 6 120 International Marketing 6 120 Business Development 6 120 Hospitality Fundamentals + Co-op Placement Skills 6 120 Business Case Study I II 64 100 Pioneer 2 40 Co-op Work Experience 44 880 Total 88 Weeks 1810 STATEMENT OF STUDENT RIGHTS Introduction to the Statement of Student Rights Gastown Business College (GBC) has since its founding prided itself on providing comprehensive care and support for each of our students. We are committed to achieving positive growth opportunities related to the development of characteristics that support future career growth for every GBC student. All students have the right to be treated fairly and respectfully. Such treatment is a hallmark of the caring and supportive environment GBC seeks to engender. Along with your rights as a student GBC you also have responsibilities and we kindly request that you carefully review your student program binder and the enrollment contract to ensure you are aware of how you are aware of your rights and responsibilities. The GBC Enrollment Contract Before you enroll at GBC you will be provided with a Student Enrollment Contract. You will be asked to carefully read and sign acknowledging you understand the content of the enrollment contract. GBC will provide a signed copy of your enrollment contract. The contract contains the following information: 1) the amount of tuition and any additional fees required for your GBC program of study; 2) the GBC tuition refund policy; 3) each of GBC’s programs includes either a practicum or cooperative work experience components. In either case your work placement will take place in the Greater Vancouver Area (GVA). The required hours you must complete related to your work placement are noted in the contract. GBC Regulatory Details All of GBC’s programs are fully-accredited by the Private Training Institutions Branch or better known by its abbreviation PTIB. In addition to informing you of the aforementioned information in your enrollment contract you can locate the GBC Dispute Resolution Process in your student handbook. Finally, as a GBC student you have the right to make a claim to PTIB for a tuition refund if: 1) GBC ceased to hold a certificate before you completed an approved program and 2) your program is not in keeping with what was promised. You must file the claim within one year of completing, being dismissed or withdrawing from your program. For more information about PTIB and how to be an informed student, go to: ▇▇▇▇://▇▇▇.▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇.▇▇▇.▇▇.▇▇/students/be- an-informed-student. Conclusion the Student Statement of Rights As we noted in our introduction GBC is committed to helping you achieve your future career goals. Consider your program journey including your work experience as a stepping stone to success. Understand your rights and responsibilities and grow and prosper. Best wishes for your future success from everyone at GBC. Gastown Business College is certified with the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training. Before you enrol at a certified private training institution, you should be aware of your rights and responsibilities. You have the right to be treated fairly and respectfully by the institution. You have the right to a student enrolment contract that includes the following information: ▪ amount of tuition and any additional fee for your program ▪ refund policy ▪ if your program includes a work experience, the requirements to participate in the work experience and the geographic area where it will be provided ▪ whether the program was approved by PTIB or does not require approval. Make sure you read the contract before signing. The institution must provide you with a signed copy. You have the right to access the institution’s dispute resolution process and to be protected against retaliation for making a complaint. You have the right to make a claim to PTIB for a tuition refund if: ▪ your institution ceased to hold a certificate before you completed an approved program ▪ you were misled about a significant aspect of your approved program. You must file the claim within one year of completing, being dismissed or withdrawing from your program. For more information about PTIB and how to be an informed student, go to: ▇▇▇▇://▇▇▇.▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇.▇▇▇.▇▇.▇▇/students/be- an-informed-student. Requirements for participation: Completion of in-class training Estimate of the costs to complete: Transportation cost Geographic area or region of the province where the work experience component will be provided: Greater Vancouver Date(s) on which work experience is intended to be provided: ** Variances may occur due to statutory holidays and seasonal labor market demands. Number of hours of instruction:880hrs Total tuition payable during contract term $15500 Application fee $ 250 Assessment fee $ Administrative fee $ Student Record Archiving Fee $ 4.30 Fees for textbooks or other course materials, including equipment and uniforms $ 700 Other mandatory fees (fees students must pay that are not in relation to an approved program) $ Method of payment: Wire transfer Cheque Credit Card Other: REFUND POLICY Circumstances when Refund Payable Amount of Refund Before program start date, institution receives a notice of withdrawal (applies to all students) • No later than seven days after student signed the enrolment contract, and • Before the program start date. 100% tuition and all related fees, other than application fee. Related fees include: administrative fees, application fees, assessment fees, and fees charged for textbooks or other course materials. • At least 30 days before the later of: a) The program start date in the most recent Letter of Acceptance (international students) b) The program start date in the enrolment contract. Institution may retain up to 10% of tuition, to a maximum of $1,000. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. • More than seven days after the student and institution signed the enrolment contract, and • Less than 30 days before the later of: a) The program start date in the most recent Letter of Acceptance (international students) b) The program start date in the enrolment contract. Institution may retain up to 20% of tuition, to a maximum of $1,300. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. After program start date, institution provides a notice of dismissal or receives a notice of withdrawal (applies to all students, except those enrolled in a program delivered solely by distance education) • After the program start date, and up to and including 10% of instruction hours have been provided. Institution may retain up to 30% of tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. • After the program start date, and after more than 10%, but before 30% of instruction hours, have been provided. Institution may retain up to 50% of tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. Student does not attend program – “no-show” (applies to all students except those enrolled in a program delivered solely by distance education): • Student does not attend the first 30% of the program. Institution may retain up to 50% of the tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. Institution receives a refusal of study permit (applies to international students requiring a study permit): • Before 30% of instruction hours would have been provided, had the student started the program on the later of the following: a) The program start date in the most recent Letter of Acceptance b) The program start date in the enrolment contract • Student has not requested additional Letter(s) of Acceptance. 100% tuition and all related fees, other than application fee. After the program start date, student withdraws or is dismissed (applies to students enrolled in a program delivered solely by distance education): • Student completed up to 30% of the program. Institution may retain up to 30% of the tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. • Student completed more than 30% but less than 50% of the program (based on evaluation provided to student). Institution may retain up to 50% of the tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. Student enrolled in a program without having met the admission requirements for the program • If the student did not misrepresent the student’s knowledge or skills when applying for admission and the registrar orders the institution to refund tuition and fees. 100% tuition and all related fees, including application fees Institution does not provide a work experience • The institution fails to provide the work experience within 30 days of the contract end date, unless the registrar determines the institution was prevented from doing so by circumstances beyond its control. 100% tuition and all related fees, other than application fees Institution must pay the tuition or fee refund within 30 days after receiving notice of withdrawal or refusal of study permit; providing a notice of dismissal, or the date on which the first 30% of the hours of instruction are provided (no-show). This institution is certified by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training. Certified institutions must comply with regulatory requirements relating to, among other things, student enrolment contracts, tuition refunds and instructor qualifications. For more information about PTIB, go to ▇▇▇.▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇.▇▇▇.▇▇.▇▇. Please be advised that under section 61 of the Private Training Act, the Registrar is authorized to collect, use and disclose personal information in accordance with the Registrar’s regulatory duties under that Act. Accordingly, this institution is authorized to disclose your personal information to the Registrar for regulatory purposes.
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Sources: Student Enrollment Agreement
Program Outline. Program Description: Students will learn fundamental skills to be successful in international business. They can be better equipped to work in a variety of industries that require both administrative and customer service support. Career Opportunities: Students will be prepared to work as General Office general office Support WorkersWorker. In addition, in they have opportunities to take on customer service, or within the hospitality industryservice roles. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to: - Build and deliver boardroom quality presentations. - Research for and engage in formal and informal debates. - Complete a business resume. - Develop a market-ready strategy for a service or product. - Complete a variety of work-related writing tasks including business letters, business reports, and emails. - Contribute meaningfully to business conversations. - Complete a range of tasks related to administrative support - Conduct market surveys and various other research tasks Method(s) of Evaluation: ✓ Written examination ✓ Interview skills assessment ✓ Project based assessment ✓ Assignment (Worksheet) Submission ✓ Course Attendance Completion Requirements: ✓ Meet the required attendance criteria ✓ Obtain the minimum grade requirement for each course ✓ Successfully complete the in-class and practicum/co-op training components of the curriculum (complete the required number of hours of practicum/co-op training) Delivery Method(s): Combined delivery (both in-class and distance) Required course materials Materials are primarily created by the instructional staff such as handouts and PowerPoint presentations for each topic. The information is based on research and expertise of the instructors’ business background, industry experience, and knowledge. BFC BFPC Program # Of Weeks # Of Hours Business Communication I (BCI) 5 115 Business Communication II (BCII) 5 115 Fundamentals I 4 80 Essential Business 6 120 International Marketing 6 120 Business Development 6 120 Fundamentals II 4 80 Business Case Studies & Advanced Communications (Online Classes) 4 80 Pioneer (Online Classes) 2 40 Practicum 6 120 Hospitality Fundamentals + (Combined Classes) 6 120 Co-op Placement Skills 6 120 Business Case Study I II 64 100 Pioneer 2 40 Co-op Work Experience 44 880 Total 88 Weeks 1810 24 480 STATEMENT OF STUDENT RIGHTS Introduction to the Statement of Student Rights Gastown Business College (GBC) has since its founding prided itself on providing comprehensive care and support for each of our students. We are committed to achieving positive growth opportunities related to the development of characteristics that support future career growth for every GBC student. All students have the right to be treated fairly and respectfully. Such treatment is a hallmark of the caring and supportive environment GBC seeks to engender. Along with your rights as a student GBC you also have responsibilities and we kindly request that you carefully review your student program binder and the enrollment contract to ensure you are aware of how you are aware of your rights and responsibilities. The GBC Enrollment Contract Before you enroll at GBC you will be provided with a Student Enrollment Contract. You will be asked to carefully read and sign acknowledging you understand the content of the enrollment contract. GBC will provide a signed copy of your enrollment contract. The contract contains the following information: 1) the amount of tuition and any additional fees required for your GBC program of study; 2) the GBC tuition refund policy; 3) each of GBC’s programs includes either a practicum or cooperative work experience components. In either case your work placement will take place in the Greater Vancouver Area (GVA). The required hours you must complete related to your work placement are noted in the contract. GBC Regulatory Details All of GBC’s programs are fully-accredited by the Private Training Institutions Branch or better known by its abbreviation PTIB. In addition to informing you of the aforementioned information in your enrollment contract you can locate the GBC Dispute Resolution Process in your student handbook. Finally, as a GBC student you have the right to make a claim to PTIB for a tuition refund if: 1) GBC ceased to hold a certificate before you completed an approved program and 2) your program is not in keeping with what was promised. You must file the claim within one year of completing, being dismissed or withdrawing from your program. For more information about PTIB and how to be an informed student, go to: ▇▇▇▇://▇▇▇.▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇.▇▇▇.▇▇.▇▇/students/be- an-informed-student. Conclusion the Student Statement of Rights As we noted in our introduction GBC is committed to helping you achieve your future career goals. Consider your program journey including your work experience as a stepping stone to success. Understand your rights and responsibilities and grow and prosper. Best wishes for your future success from everyone at GBC. Gastown Business College is certified with the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training. Before you enrol at a certified private training institution, you should be aware of your rights and responsibilities. You have the right to be treated fairly and respectfully by the institution. You have the right to a student enrolment contract that includes the following information: ▪ amount of tuition and any additional fee for your program ▪ refund policy ▪ if your program includes a work experience, the requirements to participate in the work experience and the geographic area where it will be provided ▪ whether the program was approved by PTIB or does not require approval. Make sure you read the contract before signing. The institution must provide you with a signed copy. You have the right to access the institution’s dispute resolution process and to be protected against retaliation for making a complaint. You have the right to make a claim to PTIB for a tuition refund if: ▪ your institution ceased to hold a certificate before you completed an approved program ▪ you were misled about a significant aspect of your approved program. You must file the claim within one year of completing, being dismissed or withdrawing from your program. For more information about PTIB and how to be an informed student, go to: ▇▇▇▇://▇▇▇.▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇.▇▇▇.▇▇.▇▇/students/be- an-informed-student. Requirements for participation: Completion of in-class training Estimate of the costs to complete: Transportation cost Geographic area or region of the province where the work experience component will be provided: Greater Vancouver Date(s) on which work experience is intended to be provided: ** Variances may occur due to statutory holidays and seasonal labor market demands. Number of hours of instruction:880hrs instruction: 600hrs Total tuition payable during contract term $15500 14500 Application fee $ 250 Assessment fee $ Administrative fee $ Student Record Archiving Fee $ 4.30 4.3 Fees for textbooks or other course materials, including equipment and uniforms $ 700 Other mandatory fees (fees students must pay that are not in relation to an approved program) $ Method of payment: Wire transfer Cheque Credit Card Other: REFUND POLICY Circumstances when Refund Payable Amount of Refund Before program start date, institution receives a notice of withdrawal (applies to all students) • No later than seven days after student signed the enrolment contract, and • Before the program start date. 100% tuition and all related fees, other than application fee. Related fees include: administrative fees, application fees, assessment fees, and fees charged for textbooks or other course materials. • At least 30 days before the later of: a) The program start date in the most recent Letter of Acceptance (international students) b) The program start date in the enrolment contract. Institution may retain up to 10% of tuition, to a maximum of $1,000. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. • More than seven days after the student and institution signed the enrolment contract, and • Less than 30 days before the later of: a) The program start date in the most recent Letter of Acceptance (international students) b) The program start date in the enrolment contract. Institution may retain up to 20% of tuition, to a maximum of $1,300. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. After program start date, institution provides a notice of dismissal or receives a notice of withdrawal (applies to all students, except those enrolled in a program delivered solely by distance education) • After the program start date, and up to and including 10% of instruction hours have been provided. Institution may retain up to 30% of tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. • After the program start date, and after more than 10%, but before 30% of instruction hours, have been provided. Institution may retain up to 50% of tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. Student does not attend program – “no-show” (applies to all students except those enrolled in a program delivered solely by distance education): • Student does not attend the first 30% of the program. Institution may retain up to 50% of the tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. Institution receives a refusal of study permit (applies to international students requiring a study permit): • Before 30% of instruction hours would have been provided, had the student started the program on the later of the following: a) The program start date in the most recent Letter of Acceptance b) The program start date in the enrolment contract • Student has not requested additional Letter(s) of Acceptance. 100% tuition and all related fees, other than application fee. After the program start date, student withdraws or is dismissed (applies to students enrolled in a program delivered solely by distance education): • Student completed up to 30% of the program. Institution may retain up to 30% of the tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. • Student completed more than 30% but less than 50% of the program (based on evaluation provided to student). Institution may retain up to 50% of the tuition. Institution must refund fees paid for course materials if not provided to the student. Student enrolled in a program without having met the admission requirements for the program • If the student did not misrepresent the student’s knowledge or skills when applying for admission and the registrar orders the institution to refund tuition and fees. 100% tuition and all related fees, including application fees Institution does not provide a work experience • The institution fails to provide the work experience within 30 days of the contract end date, unless the registrar determines the institution was prevented from doing so by circumstances beyond its control. 100% tuition and all related fees, other than application fees Institution must pay the tuition or fee refund within 30 days after receiving notice of withdrawal or refusal of study permit; providing a notice of dismissal, or the date on which the first 30% of the hours of instruction are provided (no-show). This institution is certified by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training. Certified institutions must comply with regulatory requirements relating to, among other things, student enrolment contracts, tuition refunds and instructor qualifications. For more information about PTIB, go to ▇▇▇.▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇.▇▇▇.▇▇.▇▇. Please be advised that under section 61 of the Private Training Act, the Registrar is authorized to collect, use and disclose personal information in accordance with the Registrar’s regulatory duties under that Act. Accordingly, this institution is authorized to disclose your personal information to the Registrar for regulatory purposes.
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Sources: Student Enrollment Agreement