This course examines the importance, patterns and characteristics of innovation in small business. It also explores the relationship between information and communication technology and modern business practice, providing both the “classic” lessons, and principles of e-business practices while profiling successful Canadian hospitality businesses.
This course is part of the full-time Bachelor of Hospitality Management program.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Typology of innovation in small firms
- Patterns of innovation in small firms
- Innovation and behaviour in small firms
- Introduction to e-Business and small business
- Internet Business Models and Strategies
- Evolution and Applications of the Internet
- Enterprise-wide and Inter-enterprise Systems
- Security and Controls
- Billing and Payment Systems
- E-procurement, Trading Exchanges and Auctions
- E-marketing and Advertising
- E-commerce and Small Business
To learn more about the PLAR pathways for this course review the Bachelor of Hospitality Management Program Content Guide.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.