This is a survey course that introduces students to the world of business. It provides a foundation for the study of other business courses. The course includes the functions and skills that are necessary to provide effective leadership. This course places emphasis on the organizational hierarchy, leadership models, and budgeting techniques. The course includes the elements of recruiting, selecting, training, and developing employees.
Emphasis is placed on the management and motivation of people in a highly dynamic culture.
This course includes the elements of starting and managing a small business. The content includes the development of a comprehensive small business plan. This is a survey course that studies the interaction between law and business in the historical, political, and ethical environments. This course places emphasis on contracts, torts, and criminal laws as they apply to business organizations. This is a summary course that consists of university supervised employment that includes 10-20 hours per week with area businesses and organizations.