Indigenous Business and Economics - INST 1330

The course explores business and economics in an Indigenous context within Canadian society. Students will learn about historical and contemporary Indigenous business and economic practices and how they contribute(d) to the livelihood of Indigenous Peoples and the Canadian landscape. This course will build upon previous courses and will touch on historical policy and legislation, including the Indian Act of 1867 and its impact on Indigenous business practices. It will touch on supports for Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs, and will review contemporary terminology and common myths. Lastly, the course will highlight the benefits of economic development for Indigenous Peoples and the contributions they have made to the Canadian economy.

Note: Prerequisite INST 1000. Restricted to Arts and Sciences Diploma, Indigenous Studies 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

DWNCA-ICC
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025 Wed: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
 41207 A01 Yes

This is an in-page alert component.


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 2025-2026 Open Studies

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $495 $708.00 $1,203.00
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $12.5 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 $708.00 $2,205.00
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $12.5 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.

Have a question about the Indigenous Business and Economics course?

Request more information »