Business (BUS)
BUS-1010 Introduction to Business (3) fall
The focus of this course is to survey the interconnected disciplines of management, marketing, finance, and information technology, and to facilitate college success strategies such as notetaking, time management, test taking, and study skills. Students will begin to develop effective oral and written communication, critical thinking, problem solving, and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in a business environment. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-1050 Professional Development (1) fall
Students will develop skills and attitudes essential for a professional business career. Personal presence includes self-image, motivation, time management, and communications. Personal wellness includes nutrition, fitness, stress management, and human relations. Image awareness includes poise, body language, grooming, and attire. Business behavior includes introductions, dining etiquette, tipping, and travel. 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-1051 Information Processing I (3) fall
Students will develop skills in a variety of business competencies; including "touch" keyboarding at 45 words per minute, basic functions of word processing using Microsoft Word, and preparation of business correspondence. Students also learn to use e-mail and the Internet. 1 hour of lecture, 4 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-1052 Information Processing II (3) spring
Students will develop advanced skills in a variety of business competencies; including "touch" keyboarding at 60 words per minute and advanced functions of word processing and desktop publishing using Microsoft Word and Microsoft Publisher. 1 hour of lecture, 4 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BUS-1051 or equivalent skills.
BUS-2020 Principles of Management (3) fall
Students will understand styles and roles of effective management in today's workplace. Both classic and modern topics will be included. Emphasis will be placed on the anatomy of organizations and the evolution of management theories through today's Total Quality concepts. Traditional topics include motivation, group dynamics and organizational culture. Emerging topics include self-managed teams, coping with stress, and diversity in the workplace. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-2131 Office Administration I (3) fall
This course sequence (combined with BUS-2132) serves as an intensive capstone review and integration of skills and concepts presented in the business curriculum. The course examines the ever-changing role of today's business office and its administrative professionals. Students are expected to demonstrate skills and knowledge gained in prerequisite coursework, with emphasis on computer proficiency and professional business writing. Students will demonstrate professional-level expertise in Microsoft Office software. 2 hours of lecture, 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-2132 Office Administration II (3) spring
This course sequence is a continuation of BUS-2131. Students are expected to demonstrate skills and knowledge gained in prerequisite coursework, with emphasis on computer proficiency, professional business writing, organizational communication, principles of management, and basic accounting. Students will demonstrate professional level expertise in Microsoft Office software. 2 hours of lecture, 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BUS-2031 or instructor permission.
BUS-2140 Personal Finance (3) as required
A study of the tools used in personal financial planning. The student is introduced to the process used by professional planners and shown how this can be hepful in planning their own financial futures. 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Education: SS). Prerequisite: None.
BUS-2150 Office Information Systems (3) spring
This course will examine the impact of technology and information systems on the evolution of today's office. Topics include the history of information technology; hardware components and uses; software applications, networks and data communications, systems concepts, and applications. Emphasis is placed on the integration of people, equipment, procedures, and environments. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-2210 Small Business Management (3) fall/spring
This course explores the practical aspects of organizing and managing a small business. The goal of the course is to equip students with the knowledge necessary to make informed business decisions. Students will examine how to analyze a business and improve its management. The course covers the basic concepts of accounting, finance, cash management, business law, government regulations, taxes, and marketing. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-2230 Principles of Marketing (3) fall/spring
This course examines the role of marketing as it relates to manufacturing, wholesale, retail, and service businesses. Emphasis is placed on a study of the marketing mix of product, place, pricing, and promotion. Students will learn marketing strategies well suited to small business operation. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-2260 Principles of Financial Management (3) fall
This course is designed to build on the knowledge from basic accounting. Students apply tools learned in this course to develop a conceptual and analytical understanding of financial management. The emphasis is on learning decision-making techniques. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: ACC-1020 or 2121.
BUS-2270 Organizational Communications (3) fall
This course offers a clear, hands-on approach to learning the role, the process, and the skills of interpersonal, group, and public communications in professional/organizational settings. The distinctive feature and objective of the course is to understand the role of people in the organizational communication process, both individually and in work groups. Specific topics address the psychology of face-to-face communications, teamwork and group dynamics, effective listening, oral presentations, formal meetings, and parliamentary procedure. 2 hours of lecture, 2 hours of laboratory per week. Recommended prior learning: ENG-1061 or equivalent.
BUS-2410 Human Resources Management (3) spring
This course emphasizes selecting, training, and evaluating personnel; wages, benefits, and bargaining units; motivation, morale, and human relations; and personnel problems in the workplace. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.
BUS-2440 Introduction to Business Law (3) fall/spring
This course is designed to familiarize students with the law as it relates to business. Following the Uniform Commercial Code, such topics as contracts, negotiable instruments, agency bailment, real property, and insurance are covered. 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Education: SS). Prerequisite: None.
BUS-2720 Business Seminar (2) spring
This course is designed to assist students in developing the attitudes and skills essential for career success. The focus is in three areas: Job Search includes researching the job market, writing a resume and cover letter, and preparing for job interviews; Career Opportunities and Challenges includes diversity, ethics, men and women as colleagues, and career success strategies; Senior Project includes a two-part demonstration of essential skills and knowledge learned in the Business degree program. The project consists of an individual written section and a team oral presentation. 2 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
BUS-3150 Production & Operations Management (3) as required
This course develops administrative skills needed to manage efficiently the several elements of production: materials, facilities, and staffing. Quantitative models (Management Science) are used to optimize the efficient use of resources. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: MAT-2021 and junior standing or instructor permission.
BUS-3250 Organizational Behavior and Management (3) as required
This course helps students develop an understanding of how individuals and groups act in organizations and how organizations manage their environments. Prerequisite: BUS-2020.
BUS-3260 Investments and Portfolio Management (3) spring
This course examines investment in stocks, bonds, governments, warrants, options, and collectibles. Topics include investment setting, securities valuation and analysis, security markets and regulations, and portfolio constraints. 3 hours of lecture per week.(General Education: SS except for Business majors). Prerequisite: BUS-2260 and ACC-2121 or ACC-1020.
BUS-3410 Business Ethics (3) fall
This course is designed to develop an awareness of ethical issues in organizations and reflect upon the values underlying policy making and operational decisions. In this process students will need to reflect upon their personal values and the sources of ethical standards in today's culture. The ultimate goal of the course is to underscore ethical concerns as a basic and articulated part of organizational culture. Students will be required to write a formal research paper on a topic related to business ethics. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: ENG-1061 or equivalent.
BUS-4310 Business Information Architecture (3) fall
Students will learn and apply theory, process, design, and development to create effective, user-centered oral, written, printed, and electronic information. Components of the course include human interactions in the workplace; the convergence of communication and computing systems; and the unintended consequences of the Information Age, such as information glut, information trash, and information hype. Students will write and design copy for business applications including letters, memos, email messages, oral presentations, PowerPoint slides, and newsletters. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: BUS-2020.
BUS-4510 Business Management Through Information Technology (3) as required
Students examine the role of information technology in the conduct of business and the managerial uses of information at the operational, tactical, and strategic levels of decision-making. Topics focus on the the use of IT to facilitate business change in policy and practice. The course includes discussion of the importance of communications to today's business organization and the role of the non-IT professional in systems development. Prerequisite: BUS-2020.
BUS-4530 Technical Project Management (3) as required
Designed for the project manager who interacts with all levels of management while satisfying the customers' needs, this course covers planning, scheduling, and controlling projects. Emphasis will be placed on issues like leadership, motivation, team-building, and conflict resolution. CPM and PERT will be covered in detail. Real case studies will be used extensively to illustrate theories and concepts covered in the lectures. Prerequisite: BUS-2020.
BUS-4730 Senior Project (3) spring
This is a capstone course that integrates knowledge and skills developed through other coursework and life experience. The course will focus on special topics in business and a specific business issue/problem. Students will work in cross-functional teams to select a project which involves solving a common business problem. Students will research the topic extensively and prepare a team oral presentation of their solution. Presentations will be judged by business and industry professionals. Students will also prepare written documentation as part of their project. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: BUS-3150.