Course Descriptions: BUSINESS

(See also courses in Management and Real Estate)

BUS. 100 SURVEY OF BUSINESS

Units 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 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. 128 CORPORATE MEETING AND EVENT PLANNING

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: This course covers skills needed to plan, cost and manage corporate group meetings, conference and special events. The course includes: setting goals and objectives, setting meeting timelines, site selection, negotiating contracts, budgets and financial management, liability and risk management, developing a program that works, ordering food and beverage, selecting speakers and audio-visual needs. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 132 STOCK AND BOND INVESTING

Units (Grade Option) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 32 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course is an introduction to financial investing. Topics covered include goal setting, risk evaluation, asset allocation, the basics of investing in the stock and bond markets (both domestic and foreign), mutual funds, money managers, retirement plans, and how taxes impact investment decisions. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 138 MORTGAGE LENDING

Units (Grade Option) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 32 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Overview of procedures and requirements used by financial institutions for mortgage lending. Topics covered include single-family home ownership, lending guidelines, deeds and titles, loan insurance, and refinancing. 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. 170 SALESMANSHIP FUNDAMENTALS

Telecourse: Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: The role of advertising in our economic life, with emphasis on advertising methods and media. 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. 184 MERCHANDISING

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: Overview of the structure of the retail industry. Other topics include fashion versus basic goods, nationally distributed products, products for exclusive distribution, and the wholesale marketplace. Transfer: CSU.

BUS. 186 RETAIL 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): None. Description: Introduction to retail management including inventory performance and financial aspects of retail, planning, purchasing, and pricing retail inventories, reports used to evaluate sales and inventory performance, and fundamental store designs. 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. 211 ETHICS 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: Ethics in the business world including the social contract, the relationship between ethics and laws, corporations and social responsibilities, bribery, environmental issues, and cultural differences in business practice. Transfer: CSU.

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. 398 SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCE LAB

Units (Credit/No Credit) 0.5-3; Class Hours: Minimum of 24-144 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn to start and operate a small business successfully from consulting sessions located at the Small Business Resource Center. Work at your own pace to evaluate your business idea, develop a business plan, marketing plan, financial plan, and much more. Open entry/Open Exit. May be repeated for credit up to 3 units. 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.

BUS. 419 ON-SITE MANAGEMENT

Units 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn how to effectively manage the multiple priorities and needs of a group during a corporate meeting or incentive award program. Students learn how to set up registration, how to manage last-minute budget busting costs, skills for effective time management, crisis management, problem solving, and managing difficult attendees. Transfer: CSU.

Updated: 7/8/08