Fundamentals of Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course is designed to prepare students for the academic and professional demands of the Bachelor of Commerce Co-op program. To succeed in both the classroom and the workplace, students must be proficient in Canadian Business English. The course helps students develop the necessary skills for writing clearly and confidently in workplace communications such as emails, text messages, and reports. To support students in completing the three mandatory work terms required by the program, the course offers strategies for exploring careers and target industries. It covers techniques for job searching, creating job application documents, and succeeding in the workplace. Students will also learn how to build business relationships, set SMART goals, engage in critical self-reflection, and understand the academic co-op courses. They will become part of the academic and professional community within the Faculty of Management by connecting with societies, programs, and resources. Additionally, the course provides opportunities to learn and follow academic integrity guidelines. CALENDAR NOTES: Students who have already completed COMM 1711 and COMM 1712 cannot receive credit for COMM 1713. RESTRICTIONS: restricted to Bachelor of Commerce Co-op students, with 0-29 credit hours. EXCLUSIONS: COMM 1711 and COMM 1712 FORMATS: Lecture