Learn about the legal aspects of a contract as it applies to residential, commercial, or industrial buildings and facilities. Learners will be introduced to concepts such as the purpose and scope of a contract, contractual responsibilities, and relationships between the different parties involved. Students gain a basic understanding of residential and commercial tenancies, the purpose of the Residential Tenancy Branch in British Columbia, and ethical practices that make for an effective, enforceable contract or agreement.
Prerequisites
English 10 or equivalent.
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What you will learn
- Elements of a contract
Awarding a contract
Contract intent, liabilities, and duties
Certainty of terms, exit clauses, pitfalls
Scope of work, exclusions
Levels of court in Canada
Commercial & Residential Tenancies
Intro to BC Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB)
Real estate law
Business and professional ethics
Request for proposal (RFP) & for information (RFI)
Tenders
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22476 |
May 8, 2026 to July 10, 2026 |
Lecture/Practical | Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12376 |
April 7, 2026 to April 17, 2026 |
Lecture/Practical | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.