Business Management

An introduction to the basic principles of business organizations and enterprises in society which provide a function for personal business and entrepreneurial decision-making. Beneficial for individuals as employees or entrepreneurs. Explores the American business system, ownership forms, labor management relations, banking and finance, risk management, the legal environment and the government's role in business. (F/F-Online)

This is an introductory course focusing on understanding the characteristics and role of the entrepreneur in the free-market economy. Students will develop an awareness of the opportunities for business ownership and develop some of the skills needed to effectively run a business. A capstone project will allow students to develop a business plan for a venture of their choosing. (S/S-online)

A course that interprets and analyzes accounting data and the financial statements with the use of Microsoft Excel. Topics include ratio analysis, budgeting and forecasting, time value of money, and capital budgeting. Prerequisite: CIS 101 or CSCI 116. (S)

This course will address professional skills which are necessary for students in their future role as both employees and supervisors. It aims to stimulate enthusiasm, interest and preparations for interpersonal skills and leadership development. Membership in Collegiate DECA is a requirement and this organization is the vehicle used to enable students to put into action the skills they have acquired. There will be an overnight excursion to attend a leadership conference. (F)

A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.

The development of business skills through work experience. A required total of 180 hours of supervised work at an approved business organization. Students will perform tasks as established in a training agreement between the business and the college. Two total semester credits required (by arrangement 2 credits per semester). (F, S, Su as arranged)

A course designed to meet special departmental needs.