Descriptions 100-Level Courses Students enrolled in Applied Arts and Sciences curriculums may elect to take either Business 101 and 102 or English 101 and 102 to satisfy their general requirements in English.
Students develop skill in writing business letters, memorandums, and employment communications.
They study the principles of business writing style, learn organizational strategies for different types of business communications, and review grammar and mechanics. Students learn the principles of good written and oral communication focusing on appropriateness for audience, clarity, conciseness, organization, and development. They practice different types of business communications such as formal, informal, and oral reports, instructions, graphics, proposals and descriptions. Students will examine the fundamental rights associated with ownership of real property and will examine careers in real estate. They will gain an understanding of the theories and practices that have significant influence on the real estate market both locally and nationally.