Registration is open for our online course, FSCT 7210 – Introduction to Commercial Crimes in Canada.
Dates: April 5 – June 21, 2016
This course provides an introduction to commercial crimes in Canada. Three main issues are considered: theory (the criminal code section and the fundamental legal principles underlying the offense); practical criteria (identifying the priority elements of proof that are required from a practical point of view) and satisfying the criteria (reviewing the usual types of evidence required to prove the offense). Primary commercial crimes considered include: fraud, theft, counterfeit currency, credit and debit card offenses, internet based frauds, conspiracy and money laundering. Others, briefly introduced topics include: stock market manipulation and other securities related offenses, criminal breach of trust, custom and excise offenses, secret commissions, planned bankruptcy and possession of goods obtained by crime. Reference is made to various industry issues such as banking regulations as they impact on the offenses being studied. In addition, 21st century issues such as the global economy, telemarketing, the cable industry and gaming are also discussed.
For more information and approval to register, contact Julia Dreyer at jdreyer@bcit.ca.