The Canadian Business Environment (Business and Society)

The study and discussion of current literature and case studies with respect to selected social, political, legal and economic factors bearing upon management decisions. Emphasis is placed on developing the ability of students to deal with the complexities of the domestic and global business environment. Particular emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of how business can effectively engage with its nonmarket environment including government, the news media, non-governmental organizations and Indigenous peoples to take advantage of opportunities and to mitigate risk / The historical development of the Canadian and global economies, as well as their current and future performance are examined. The objectives, roles and relationships of key stakeholders, and their ability to influence business performance are considered. Topics include the social responsibility of business and the ethics of business managers