BUS& 101: Introduction to Business

Subject Area
Credits 5 Lecture Hours 55 Lab Hours 0
Other Hours
0
Total Hours
55
Distributions & Designations
Global Studies,
Social Science
GS, SS- Students explore the role played by business enterprises from an economic and societal perspective, then proceed to explore the management of business organizations, both overall and within each of the essential functions: planning, human resources, marketing, finance, and accounting. Additional topics may include business ethics, business law, entrepreneurship, social responsibility, international business, personal finance, and/or the social enterprise. As a capstone project, students will work in teams to develop business plans for proposed new business ventures. The course is intended to offer a framework for the further study of business or to provide workplace context.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of ENGL 95 or above, or placement into ENGL&101.