Indigenous Governance and Business Management (IGBM)
Dhillon School of Business
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500
Introduction to Indigenous Governance and Business Management
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
Addressing the stories and myths surrounding the relationship between Indigenous nations, the colony and the nation of Canada, this course is a useful introduction to Indigenous governance and business management issues. This course examines the relationship between Canadian Indigenous governance business management. This course will introduce Indigenous business and governance models of the Metis, Inuit and Indian–including Indian Act and Indigenous nationhood–peoples. Students will look at past, present and potential future constructions and explore strategic partnerships and relationships including nation-to-nation, provincial, municipal and with other Indigenous nations. Students will investigate issues surrounding business practices On and Off Reserve, For-Profit, Not-For-Profit and other possibilities and potentialities.
Equivalent:Management 2500 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 2850 (Introduction to Indigenous Governance and Business Management) (prior to 2018/2019)
Lib Ed Req:Fine Arts and Humanities
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 3250/Indigenous Studies 3250
Financial Management in Canadian Indigenous Communities
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
Financial Management in Indigenous communities offers a practical introduction to financial decision making for students with no previous exposure to accounting or finance principles. Utilizing a full range of tools, the course enables students to master the language and concepts of finance and accounting to assist them in future careers as managers or entrepreneurs. The course focus is on applying these basic concepts to the unique financial environment found in Indigenous communities.
Corequisite(s):One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Equivalent:Management 3500/Indigenous Studies 3250 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 3500/Native American Studies 3250 (prior to 2019/2020)
Lib Ed Req:Fine Arts and Humanities
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 3280/Indigenous Studies 3280
Indigenous Peoples and Natural Resources
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
This course explores the opportunities and constraints that Indigenous peoples encounter in their efforts to use water resources, fisheries, forestry resources, wildlife, land and non-renewable resources, and to gain management over these resources.
Corequisite(s):One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Equivalent:Management 3580/Indigenous Studies 3280 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 3580/Native American Studies 3280 (prior to 2019/2020)
Lib Ed Req:Fine Arts and Humanities
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 3501/Indigenous Studies 3501
Canadian Indigenous Tax Issues
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
The issues surrounding taxation as it applies to Indigenous populations in Canada are very complex and far too often misunderstood. This course will attempt to address and dispel the understanding of the exceptional nature of taxation as it applies to Indian, Metis and Inuit populations. This course will not only make students acquainted with the tax benefits that apply to citizens recognized as Indian under the Canadian Indian Act but also the restrictions and obligations that come with that classification. Topics will include section 87 of the Indian Act, its effect on income tax, GST/HST and excise taxes. These will then address proper business and taxation practices for On-Reserve employees, clients, contractors and the like as well as those same practices for Off-Reserve circumstances.
Prerequisite(s):Second-year standing (a minimum of 30.0 credit hours)
Recommended Background:
Indigenous Studies 2100
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 3506/Indigenous Studies 3506
Indigenous Business and Entrepreneurship in Canada
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
Indigenous communities have an increasing interest in business ventures and entrepreneurship. This course provides the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to establish and manage a variety of business initiatives. Various technical and policy issues will be covered.
Prerequisite(s):One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Equivalent:Management 3506/Indigenous Studies 3506 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 3506/Native American Studies 3506 (prior to 2019/2020)
Lib Ed Req:Fine Arts and Humanities
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 3515/Indigenous Studies 3515
Canadian Indigenous Negotiations
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
This course will focus on negotiations from an Indigenous perspective looking at four distinct Indigenous negotiation approaches: negotiations before Contact; traditional Western ideas of negotiation including Hard and Soft techniques, treaty, specific claims and modern agreements; the Harvard model of Principled Negotiations, specifically the need for relationship and alternatives to negotiated agreements; and the potential future state of negotiations and the need to change engagement, consultation and compromise. There will be a number of Master classes where Indigenous knowledge holders will share their unique understanding (TK) and answer questions. Suitable for anyone wishing to work for or with Indigenous peoples in any capacity.
Corequisite(s):One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Equivalent:Management 3515 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 3850 (Aboriginal Negotiations) (prior to 2018/2019)
Lib Ed Req:Social Science
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 3522/Indigenous Studies 3522
Canadian Indigenous Project Management
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
Though addressing some of the basic ideas of standard Project Management Professional training, this course diverges in focus looking at issues that are distinct to managing projects for, with or in conjunction with Indigenous peoples. Project Management is one of the most in-demand fields within government and finance, and Canadian Indigenous nations continue to have massive growth. Creating, maintaining and completing projects that are Indigenous in nature come with unique challenges and opportunities. Using real life examples, students will explore the issues distinct to Indigenous projects and potentially create real world solutions. This course is an excellent addition to Management 3920 (Project Management) and can also be taken as a stand-alone for anyone that plans to engage in Project Management in Canada.
Recommended Background:
One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Equivalent:Management 3522 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 3850 (Aboriginal Project Management) (prior to 2018/2019)
Lib Ed Req:Social Science
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 3590/Indigenous Studies 3590
Current Practices in Canadian Indigenous Governance
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
This course focuses on contemporary Indigenous governments, their relationship with their constituencies and the value systems within which they operate, and the developmental and managerial challenges they face.
Corequisite(s):One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Equivalent:Management 3590/Indigenous Studies 3590 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 3590/Native American Studies 3590 (prior to 2019/2020)
Lib Ed Req:Fine Arts and Humanities
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 3592/Indigenous Studies 3592
Applied Indigenous Management Issues (Series)
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
Other hours per term: 0-0-40
An in-depth examination of contemporary issues in Indigenous management. Learning occurs within the classroom and through the required study tour and/or site visits to various relevant on and off reserve locales to meet with experts and Indigenous leaders (trips may be to British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, or other provinces or countries depending on the term and series topic). Topics may include community economic development, resource development, environmental policies, treaty and government policies and relations, human resource management, Indigenous business models and development of various entrepreneurial enterprises. Students will have a unique opportunity to gain a greater understanding of cultural, business and economic aspects of Indigenous management and governance issues.
Prerequisite(s):Successful application to Applied Indigenous Management Issues (Series) course AND
Second-year standing (a minimum of 30.0 credit hours) AND
One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Equivalent:Management 3592 (prior to 2021/2022)
Note:Apply online at www.ulethbridge.ca/dhillon/igbm3592
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 4120/Indigenous Studies 4120
Historical and Legal Aspects of Canadian Indigenous Governments
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
Historical and legal exploration of Indigenous Governments, including pre-European contact, traditional forms of governments to present forms of Indigenous Governments under Canadian Law. Examination of sources of legal authority, legal status, and powers of Indigenous Governments, including sovereignty and case law.
Prerequisite(s):One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Recommended Background:
Indigenous Studies 2100
Equivalent:Management 4507/Indigenous Studies 4120 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 4507/Native American Studies 4120 (prior to 2019/2020)
Lib Ed Req:Fine Arts and Humanities
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 4150/Indigenous Studies 4150
Administrative Aspects of Canadian Indigenous Governments
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
Survey of infrastructures and organization of Indigenous Governments and their administration of education, housing, public works, policing, social services, natural resources, health, and other programs.
Prerequisite(s):One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Recommended Background:
Indigenous Studies 2100
Equivalent:Management 4508/Indigenous Studies 4150 (prior to 2021/2022);
Management 4508/Native American Studies 4150 (prior to 2019/2020)
Lib Ed Req:Fine Arts and Humanities
Indigenous Governance and Business Management 4570/Indigenous Studies 4570
Indigenous Leadership and Management
Credit hours: 3.00
Contact hours per week: 3-0-0
The fields of leadership and management are essential within Indigenous communities across the country and Indigenous communities around the world. Effective management and leadership are also imperative for those wanting to do business in Canada today and into the future. Whether looking at environment, mining, forestry, tourism, not-for-profit, government or private sector, Indigenous and non-Indigenous people alike must work together to lead our communities into a better future managing the intricacies of working with Indigenous communities. It is urgent and essential that all leaders and managers understand the Indigenous world perspectives, where they stem from, how they have evolved and where we can take them into the future. Using best practices and wise practices students will build a strategic plan for the future.
Prerequisite(s):Third-year standing (a minimum of 60.0 credit hours) AND
One of Indigenous Governance and Business Management 2500 or Indigenous Studies 1000
Equivalent:Management 4570 (prior to 2021/2022)
Lib Ed Req:Social Science