- Description
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University Canada West is a contemporary independent university located in the heart of vibrant Vancouver. Established in 2004, UCW offers a range of career-focused programs including the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication, Associate of Arts and Master of Business Administration. Courses are offered at our downtown Vancouver campus and online too. Offering courses online brings flexibility to education, allowing those who may not have otherwise had the opportunity to gain respected qualifications.
Recent experiences
Small Business Management Capstone Fall 2025
The BUSI 660, a capstone project-based course, is designed for students in the final term of their MBA program. The course has a strong analytical, applied, and experiential orientation. Students work in groups of 4-5 to focus on a challenge/opportunity for the business. The students' process - and ultimate deliverable will include a current analysis of the business, problem or opportunity identification, research (as applicable), recommended solutions/strategy with implementation plan, budget and finally, risk identification and mitigation strategies (again, as applicable). The project can be for a Canadian business of any size, however enterprises run by solo-preneurs would probably not provide the necessary scope.
Sustainable Marketing Project Fall 2025
MRKT 630
Learners who complete a course in Sustainable Marketing gain the ability to integrate sustainability principles into marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with globalized value exchange, environmental responsibility, equitable business practices, ethical consumption, and quality of life. Companies will benefit significantly from learners with expertise in Sustainable Marketing by gaining an improved brand reputation, increased competitive advantage, and access to a growing segment of eco-conscious consumers. These learners can also help mitigate ethical and environmental risks, ensuring the company's long-term sustainability and profitability in a marketplace where sustainability is an increasingly critical factor influencing consumer choices and corporate success.
Strategic HR Solutions for Compensation, Well-being, and Employee Relations
HRMT 625
This unpaid experience offers companies the opportunity to collaborate with learners for 1-2 hours weekly over a three-month period, with a strong emphasis on guided collaboration and research-focused outcomes. Learners bring foundational skills in employee well-being, compensation strategies, and labor relations, applying these concepts to real-world projects. Through this partnership, learners will rely on employer guidance to navigate organizational contexts and refine solutions tailored to workplace needs. The collaboration focuses on fostering supportive workplace cultures, optimizing performance systems, and ensuring compliance with HR legislation, ensuring mutual value and professional growth.
Capstone Project - Small Business Management (Fall 2025)
BUSI 660
The BUSI 660, a capstone project-based course, is designed for students in the final term of their MBA program. The course has a strong analytical, applied, and experiential orientation. Students work in groups of 4-6 to focus on a challenge/opportunity for the business. The students' process - and ultimate deliverable will include a current analysis of the business, problem or opportunity identification, research (as applicable), recommended solutions/strategy with an implementation plan, budget and finally, risk identification and mitigation strategies (again, as applicable). The project can be for a Canadian business of any size as long as the business is showing revenue.