In this course students explore the trends in disability accommodation. Students examine prohibited grounds of discrimination regarding employment and the employer's obligation to accommodate in the absence of undue hardship. Students focus on the specific sections of the Human Rights Act related to accommodation of disabilities and employer’s obligations for Return to Work. Students consider strategies to deal with discrimination and harassment in the workplace and discuss the employer's responsibilities to ensure a harassment-free workplace.Pre-requisite: OL714 Human Rights Law I
Learn MoreIn this course students learn about the return to work process and case management, including the roles and functions of multidisciplinary health care providers in case management. Students consider all aspects of early and safe return to work strategies for injured workers as well as new worker integration in the workplace through workplace accommodation. Systemic barriers to employment, job modification, accommodation, work place redesign and assistive technology best practices are discussed. Students explore the future of accommodation and accessibility and the medical and social models of disability management Pre-requisite: OL716 Disability Management I
Learn MoreIn this course students learn to do disability management. Through case studies and exploring best practices students develop an understanding of effective return to work processes and policy driven disability programs. Students conduct return to work programs using the various Acts and Regulations; in unionized and non-union environments. Students familiarize themselves with online resources, community resources and certifications related to disability management. PREREQUISITE: OL716 Disability Management I
Learn MoreIn this course students learn about mental health support and accommodation strategies as well as best practices as they relate to the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Policy and Guidelines on Disability and the Duty to Accommodate, WSIB’s Responsibilities of the Workplace Parties in Work Reintegration, Psychological Health and Safety Standards and Universal Instructional Design.
Learn MoreIn this course students learn about WSIB`s policies related to Chronic Mental Stress, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder in first responders and other designated workers, and workplace mental health programs best practices. The course extends what was learned in Mental Health Wellness I by focusing on policy-driven mental health and wellness programs, investigating personal professional development avenues, and introducing a case-study approach.Pre-requisite: OL733 Mental Health and Wellness I
Learn MoreStudents will complete a major capstone project, which can either be based on a topic provided by the instructor or a topic of the student’s choice. All topics must be approved by the instructor before the student is permitted to begin substantial work. The end outcome of the capstone is a long research paper—in which students will present a detailed plan to address an accommodations-related need within a particular organization or community or present a well-explained argument for or against a specific approach to accommodations advocacy and representation. Pre-requisites: OL716, OL714, OL719 and OL733.
Learn MoreThis course introduces students to a multi-module accounting software program designed for small to medium-sized businesses. Students will use the software and their knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to create and maintain accounting records, including period-end procedures and the creation of financial statements for sole proprietorships. Formally known as Sage 50 - (Uses Sage 50) Note: This course uses Sage 50 2021. It is strongly recommended that students have taken an introduction to accounting course prior to taking this course. Students will be instructed in the first week of the course on how to install a free student version of the software (obtained through the purchase of the correct textbook). System Requirements • Processor operating at 1.0 GHz or higher (2.0 GHz recommended) • 4GB of RAM (6 GB recommended) • 2 GB hard disk space (additional 1GB needed for installation) • Latest version of Internet Explorer • Microsoft® supported version of Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 (with the latest updates from Microsoft) Sage 50 software will not run on a Mac.
Learn MoreStudents are introduced to fundamentals for strategy and business analysis best practices, approaches, and principles for identifying and securing market and organizational opportunities. They will assess how data analysis and analytics are used in needs analysis, opportunity identification, business problem solving, improvements, leadership ethics, and business stakeholder communications.
Learn MoreStudents will deepen their understanding in best practices and tools for presenting data analysis. They will assess rhetoric presentation approaches and executive presence techniques to better communicate with and motivate business stakeholders to act as a group. Students will recommend how to best influence business decision-makers that are resistant to change. Pre-requisite: OL 792.
Learn MoreStudents will deepen their respective understanding in strategy and business analysis best practices for identifying and securing market and organizational opportunities. They will conduct research and assess how data analysis and analytics are used in needs analysis, opportunity identification, changing culture, changing business models, corporate politics, and strong business stakeholder personalities. Students will recommend approaches based on organizational needs, business stakeholders, and corporate culture.
Learn MoreStudents are introduced to data analysis principles, practices, and approaches used in research, Big Data, data science, and artificial intelligence. They will analyze the algorithms and statistical models used to support analytics and business decision-making for different industries and functions. Computer Software Required: Windows 10 Professional Edition. The following minimum computer requirements are recommended: HARDWARE: Intel I7 or AMD A10 processor or better with chipset that must support virtualization; 16 GB of RAM; 1 TB hard drive; Ethernet Network Card; Wireless Network Card; One USB 3.0 port (two preferred).
Learn MoreThis course introduces students to the factors that influence personal and societal finances. Through an understanding of basic principles, vocabulary and concepts, students adjust to changing situations by recognizing the ways that new practices or trends affect personal finance. Students recognize and understand personal values, how they change throughout the lifecycle and how they influence financial decisions.
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