Course Descriptions: BUSINESS

(See also courses in Management)

BUS. 100 CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN BUSINESS

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Introduction to American business practices in the global environment including such topics as economics, ethics, entrepreneurship, organizational development, management, customer/enterprise relations, information management, accounting, securities, and financial institutions. Transfer: CSU, UC.

BUS. 101 HUMAN RELATIONS IN BUSINESS

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Broad overview of the basic psychological principles operating in family, social, and business relationships. Other topics examined are perception, self-image, self-management, prejudice, creativity, and resistance to change. Recommended for all business majors. (Qualifies as CEU credits for nurses.) Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 103 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/32 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Overview of business computer systems which include hardware, software, MIS, networks, the use of the Internet, and security systems used in business are compared and analyzed. Introductory units on the basics of the computer and software applications that include spreadsheets, word processing, presentation graphics, and database management. Security systems used in business are compared and analyzed. This course is designed to meet the requirements of the business transfer major. Transfer: CSU, UC.

BUS. 108 BUSINESS WRITING AND PRESENTATION METHODS

Units (Grade Option) 1-3; Class Hours: Minimum of 16-48 lecture/32 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CBOT 430. Description: Overview of business writing principles used for letters, memorandums, and reports. Other topics include writing e-mail notes, designing business presentations, and using computer word processing and presentation software packages. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 110 BUSINESS ARITHMETIC

Units (Grade Option) 1-3; Class Hours: Minimum of 16-48 lecture hours/semester; Basic Skills Level: Open Curriculum; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Review of basic arithmetic skills--addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals. Problem-solving skills are developed in the use of basic arithmetic operations applied to business problems. Units do not apply toward AA/AS degree. Open entry/Open Exit. May be repeated for credit up to 3 units.

BUS. 115 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, ENGL 836 or ESL 400, and MATH 110 or 111; Prerequisite(s): BUS. 110. Description: This is an introductory course in business mathematics. Students perform calculations and analysis involving taxes, discounts, negotiable instruments, periodic payments, compensation methods, inventory pricing, depreciation, and present value. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 150 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): BUS. 100 or previous business experience. Description: Introduces the methods used for starting and managing a small business. Analysis and comparison of opportunities and hazards of operating a small business. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 180 MARKETING

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Sales and marketing principles used by modern business, including evaluation and methodologies for implementation of these principles for promoting the sales of consumer goods and services. Strategies of sales and marketing procedures used to conduct multi-phased sales and marketing campaigns for large and small business are covered also. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 201 BUSINESS LAW (CAN BUS 12)

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Introduction to the laws applicable to business institutions and their operation. Topics also covered are sources of law, agencies for enforcement and court procedures, California law applicable to contracts and agency relationships, crimes, and torts. Transfer: CSU, UC.

BUS. 395 GETTING STARTED IN BUSINESS

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hour/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Designed to assist in starting a new business or growing a current business faster, in evaluating a business idea, and in organizing a business by studying important business principles developed by international business consultants. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 396 DEVELOPING A BUSINESS PLAN

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hour/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn how to design, develop, and implement the most important tool for a successful business--the business plan. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 397 DEVELOPING TOOLS TO CREATE A MARKETING PLAN

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hour/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn about marketing and advertising tools, including the Internet, and get ready to start your own business; talk to entrepreneurs, identify your target customers and position your company for success. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 399 SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER TRAINING

Units (Grade Option) 1-5; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hour/semester per unit; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Describes the skills needed to become successful business owners. The following topics are covered also: 1) laws governing small businesses, 2) managing a business, 3) regulations and permits for a business, 4) selecting business site(s), and 5) using Quicken software to manage the finances of a business. May be repeated for credit up 5 units.

Updated: 6/15/10