A study of the role of business in the American economy including ownership, organization, and management of business firms and an introduction to the basic functional areas of marketing, finance, production, and personnel.
Consideration is given to the interrelationships among significant business activities.
A course in the development of skills in originating both written and oral communications within the business context. This course examines the foundations of personal financial planning. Topics include the financial planning process, financial statements, taxes, and the management of basic assets such as cash and savings instruments, housing, and automobiles. Students also become knowledgeable about the key concepts and procedures used in sound personal financial planning and effective money management. This course explores investments, including stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.