Computing and Business |
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This program is offered through the Department of Computer Science
Co-ordinator
David Hughes
Advisers
Danny Cho, Faculty of Business
David Hughes, Department of Computer Science
Director, Co-operative Programs
Cindy Dunne
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General Information |
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Administrative Assistant
Donna Phelps
905-688-5550, extension 3513
Mackenzie Chown, J314
cosc.brocku.ca
Computing and Business is a four-year Honours program leading to a Bachelor of Computing and Business degree, designed for students with an interest in computer science and its application in business. With the current trends to outsourcing and contracting for the provision of computing resources in business, it is imperative that computing practitioners have a strong grounding in business and business practices. These practitioners need entrepreneurial skills as they will often have to establish themselves as independent consultants and compete for contracts. This degree is intended to prepare students to compete in this market.
BCB majors are required to maintain a minimum 75 percent major average in order to continue in the program.
There is also a program leading to a BSc in Computer Science offered by the Computer Science Department.
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Co-op Program |
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The Computing and Business Co-op program combines academic and work terms over a four and one-half year period. Students spend one and one-half years in an academic setting studying the fundamentals of computer programming, algorithms, data-structures, Canadian business, business analysis and accounting, prior to their first work placement. Successful completion of courses in the core areas of Computer Science and Business provides the necessary academic background for the work experience. In addition to the current fees for courses in academic study terms, Co-op students are assessed an annual administration fee (see the Schedule of Fees).
Eligibility to continue is based on the student's major average and non-major average. Students with a minimum 75 percent major average and a minimum 60 percent non-major average will be permitted to continue in the Computing and Business Co-op program. If a student subsequently raises his/her major average to 75 percent, the student may be readmitted only if approved by the Computing and Business Co-op Admissions Committee.
All students in the Co-operative Education program are required to read, sign and adhere to the terms of the Student Regulations Waiver and Co-op Student Handbook (brocku.ca/co-op/current-students/co-op-student-handbooks) as articulated by the Co-op Programs Office. In addition, eligibility to continue in the co-op option is based on the student's major average and non-major average, and the ability to demonstrate the motivation and potential to pursue a professional career.
Each four-month co-operative education work term must be registered. Once students are registered in a co-op work term, they are expected to fulfill their commitment. If the placement accepted is for more than one four-month work term, students are committed to complete all terms. Students may not withdraw from or terminate a work term without permission from the Director, Co-op Program Office.
The Computing and Business Co-op program designation will be awarded to those students who have honours standing and have successfully completed a minimum of twelve months Co-op work experience.
An Internship option is also available in this program. Please consult the Computer Science entry for a listing of program requirements.
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Program Note |
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In 20 credit degree programs a maximum of eight credits may be numbered 1(alpha)00 to 1(alpha)99; at least three credits must be numbered 2(alpha)90 or above; at least three credits must be numbered 3(alpha)90 or above; and the remaining credits must be numbered 2(alpha)00 or above. In some circumstances, in order to meet degree and program requirements, more than 20 credits may be taken. |
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Honours Program |
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Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
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Two and one-half COSC credits numbered 3(alpha)90 or above |
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one credit from ENTR 2P51, FNCE 2P91, MKTG 2P91, OBHR 2P91, OPER 2P91 (not taken in year 3) |
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one-half business credit numbered 3(alpha)90 or above |
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one non-business elective credit numbered 2(alpha)00 or above |
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Computing and Business Co-op |
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Students admitted to the Computing and Business program must follow an approved program pattern. The most common pattern is listed below. For other approved patterns, consult the Co-op Office.
Year 1
Year 2
Fall Term:
Winter Term:
Spring/Summer Sessions:
Year 3
Spring/Summer Sessions:
Year 4
Fall Term:
Winter Term:
Year 5
Fall Term:
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Description of Courses |
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See relevant calendar entry for course descriptions.
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