- Description
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Founded in 1975 as East Kootenay Community College and officially becoming College of the Rockies in 1995, we have proudly served the Kootenay region for nearly five decades. With a student body of approximately 9,600 and over 800 dedicated employees, our main campus in Cranbrook, alongside our regional campuses in Creston, Fernie, Golden, Invermere, and Kimberley, ensures accessible education across southeastern British Columbia.
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Recent experiences
Sustainable Business Strategy & Research Projects
Learners in this capstone course are senior BBA students specializing in Sustainable Business Practices. Over a 10-month period, each learner will individually research and develop a project that addresses a real-world sustainability-related business challenge. Employers can expect learners to: Conduct needs assessments and sustainability audits Analyze organizational challenges using both qualitative and quantitative research Propose strategic, innovative, and actionable solutions that integrate economic, environmental, and/or social sustainability Create detailed project proposals grounded in research and best practices Implement and evaluate sustainability projects through data collection and stakeholder feedback Communicate professionally in written reports and oral presentations By the end of the experience, employers will receive a comprehensive sustainability-focused business report tailored to their organization's needs.
Applied Research Projects
College of the Rockies has a range of programs and student experiences. Our staff and students work with companies to develop innovative solutions to R&D needs.
Student IT Development Teams Supporting Real-World Clients – Winter 2026
CIST-209
As part of the capstone course in the Computer Information Systems Technology program, learners will work in small teams to design, build, and deliver custom IT solutions for real clients. These projects integrate the technical and project management skills learners have developed over the past three semesters, giving them hands-on experience collaborating with clients to define requirements, implement solutions, and present final deliverables. Learners have completed coursework in systems analysis, programming, UI/UX design, database management, networking, and project management. They are capable of: Designing and developing software applications collaboratively Managing client-facing projects using agile and traditional methods Creating documentation, user guides, and test plans Communicating effectively with clients and adapting to feedback Troubleshooting and problem-solving in dynamic project environments
GEOG 101 - Earth Systems Analysis
GEOG 101-01
This experience focuses on the foundational concepts of Physical Geography, emphasizing the understanding of spatial processes affecting the Earth's surface. Learners will have a grasp of the interactions between the atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. They will be equipped to apply this knowledge to analyze environmental patterns, assess natural resource distribution, and evaluate ecological impacts. This understanding can be directly applied to projects that require environmental assessments, resource management strategies, or sustainability evaluations.