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Business Math - BUSD 1003

This course starts with a review of basic arithmetic and algebra, then introduces students to concepts, mathematical tools and skills required for solving problems in the business and finance sector. Some of the topics include simple and compound interest, discounts, future and present values, annuities, loans, and bonds. Students will be introduced to linear systems and break-even analysis required for business decisions. Using learned concepts, they will also focus on assessing and evaluating the feasibility of capital investment decisions. In addition to all these topics, the course covers descriptive statistics. Students will study numerical and graphical ways to describe and display data. Although there are no prerequisites for BUSD 1003, students are expected to have basic knowledge of arithmetic and algebra.

Note: Restricted to  Accounting Technician, Business Administration, Machine Learning Analyst, and Open Studies.


This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton

Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 20, 2024 Wed: 06:30 - 09:30 pm
40119 A01 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 20, 2024 Thu: 06:30 - 09:30 pm
40120 A02 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 20, 2024 Mon: 09:30 - 11:00 am
Wed: 09:30 - 11:00 am
40121 A03 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 20, 2024 Tue, Thu: 03:30 - 05:00 pm
40122 A04 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Fri: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
10090 A01 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Mon, Thu: 12:30 - 02:00 pm
10091 A02 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Mon: 06:30 - 09:30 pm
10093 A04 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Tue: 02:00 - 03:30 pm
Thu: 02:00 - 03:30 pm
10094 A05 Yes
Spring May 5 - Aug. 22, 2025 Mon, Fri: 03:30 - 05:00 pm
20041 A01 Yes
Spring May 5 - Aug. 22, 2025 Tue, Fri: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
20042 A02 Yes
Spring May 5 - Aug. 22, 2025 Mon, Wed: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
20043 A03 Yes
For each course session or class time, you can choose to attend in person, online in real-time or watch a previously recorded session.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton

Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 20, 2024 Tue, Thu: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
40123 H05 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 20, 2024 Tue, Thu: 02:00 - 03:30 pm
40124 H06 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Mon: 12:30 - 02:00 pm
Wed: 12:30 - 02:00 pm
10092 H03 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Mon, Wed: 03:30 - 05:00 pm
10095 H06 Yes
Spring May 5 - Aug. 22, 2025 Tue, Thu: 03:30 - 05:00 pm
20044 H04 Yes

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This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs. Read our application guide and apply now.

Tuition and fees for 2024-2025 Open Studies

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $495 $714.70 $1,209.70
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $19.2 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
Student technology fee: $12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan: $386.00 per year
Students’ Association: $51.50 per term
U-Pass: $180.00 per term
Legal plan: $18.00 per year

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $1497 $714.70 $2,211.69
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $19.2 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
Student technology fee : $12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan : $386.00 per year
Students’ Association : $51.50 per term
U-Pass : $180.00 per term
Legal plan : $18.00 per term

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

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