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Course Descriptions

Quarterly credit schedules are available in advance to help students plan class schedules and include days, times, locations and instructors for each class being offered.

& = Common Course Identifier
 

Biology
  

  • BIOL 299 - Individual Studies in Biology

    1-5 CR

    Allows for advanced special projects, student research and independent study in Biology by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
     Individual studies course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • BIOL 312 - Biology of Cancer

    5 CR

    Same as RAIT 312 .
    Emphasis is on the cellular, genetic, biochemical and environmental aspects of the disease including discussion of the multiple disease nature of cancer, its diagnosis and treatment. Either BIOL 312 or RAIT 312  may be taken for credit, not both.

    Recommended: BIOL 160  or BIOL 211 .
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the program or permission of the Program Chair.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the basic biology and genetics of cells, including the cell cycle and its controls, the structure and function of DNA, and replication.
    • Outline an overview of cancer (historical, epidemiological, chronic nature of the disease).
    • Identify cellular changes that occur in cancer.
    • Discuss occupational, environmental and viral causes of cancer.
    • Analyze the general process of angiogenesis and metastasis.
    • List the types of, diagnosis, and treatments of cancer.
    • Describe the role of nutrition in cancer.
    • Describe the societal (social, economic and ethical) impact of the fight against cancer.


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Botany
  

  • BOTAN 110 - Introductory Plant Biology

    6 CR

    Presents basic concepts of plant biology for the non-major, focusing on the plant characteristics, unity and diversity, growth, and reproduction. Students discuss current ideas in agriculture, horticulture, medicine, biotechnology, ecology, conservation, and environmental issues. Laboratory work includes greenhouse and field studies.

    Course Outcomes
    • Interpret results generated by using the methodology of scientific inquiry: observation, experimentation and data collection.
    • Compare and contrast the distinguishing classification features of the major plant taxa.
    • Summarize evidence supporting the theory of evolution with examples from the evolutionary trends of plants including the transition to a terrestrial environment.
    • Identify and explain the functional significance of differences in plant organ structure with regard to environmental influences.
    • List the characteristics of Earth’s biomes.
    • Describe the ecological, anatomical and morphological significance of species interactions and interrelationships in relation to seed and fruit dispersal and pollination.
    • Describe the diversity of plant foods and medicines used by humans.
    • Explain the role of sustainability issues in relation to energy and nutrient cycles, biodiversity and ecosystems.


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  • BOTAN 113 - Plant Identification and Classification

    6 CR

    Covers the nomenclature, classification, field study, and laboratory identification of common plant families, with emphasis on the conspicuous flora of Western and Central Washington. Format includes fieldwork, including two full-day trips to Central Washington.

    Course Outcomes
    • Explain the relationship between systematic botany, the taxonomic system, nomenclature and documentation.
    • Locate, key and correctly identify, by Latin binomial, any native or established plant with the aid of a regional flora and field guides.
    • Use theoretical and practical scientific knowledge to evaluate the role of native habitats to sustainability in relation to interdependence, interconnectedness, biodiversity and ecosystem integrity.
    • Describe the ecological, anatomical and morphological significance of species interactions and interrelationships relating to pollination, predation, climate and symbiosis.


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  • BOTAN 120 - Introduction to Mycology

    6 CR

    Surveys the study of fungi, emphasizing interrelationships with the plant and animal kingdoms. Topics include classification and naming, reproduction, fungi as pathogens of plants, mycotoxins, medicinal and/or shamanistic uses, edible mushrooms, fungal diseases, plant/fungus symbiotic relationships, and pest management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Retrieve information from a variety of sources and evaluate this information for validity and cite research sources correctly.
    • Identify and classify fungal phyla and classes and fungus-like protists according to their morphological and pharmacological characteristics.
    • Compare and contrast basic fungal life cycles.
    • Explain the evolutionary role of selection related to the use of fungicides.
    • Describe the interdependence of mycorrhizae and plant growth.
    • Describe the role of sustainability in relation to nutrient cycles, biodiversity and ecosystems and the interdependence of fungi, bacteria and other life forms.
    • Describe pathogenic and toxic fungi and their effect on other life forms.
    • Describe the diversity of fungal foods and medicines used by humans.
    • Evaluate the search for and use of fungal medicines in relation to environmental and social justice.


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  • BOTAN 199 - Individual Studies in Botany

    1-5 CR

    Allows for special projects, student research and independent study in Botany by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
     Individual studies course. Outcomes will vary.


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Business Administration - Transfer
  

  • BA 181 - Business Honors Seminar I

    2 CR

    BA 181 is the first course in the Business Honors Guided Pathway cohort sequence. It is designed for first-year students pursuing studies in accounting, management, marketing, business, finance, law, and statistics. Students will study motivation, teamwork, networking, values, career exploration and cultural competency.

    Recommended: Placement into ENGL 101  and MATH 138  (or higher)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe their core values and strengths 
    • Design a team project plan for a work assignment with measurable outcomes 
    • Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with people of different cultural backgrounds. 
    • Explain business processes 
    • Perform an analysis of data 


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  • BA 182 - Business Honors Seminar II

    2 CR

    BA 182 is the second course in the Business Honors Guided Pathway cohort sequence. It is designed for first-year students pursuing studies in accounting, management, marketing, business, finance, law, and statistics. Students will study business writing, research tools, leadership, and cultural competency.

    Prerequisite(s): BA 181  or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Prepare and communicate research findings 
    • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of appropriate research sources 
    • Perform a trend analysis of simple data 
    • Evaluate their core values and strengths in leadership 
    • Develop their ability to work with people of different cultural backgrounds. 


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  • BA 183 - Business Honors Seminar III

    2 CR

    BA 183 is the third course in the Business Honors Guided Pathway cohort sequence. It is designed for first-year students pursuing studies in accounting, management, marketing, business, finance, law, and statistics. Students will study a variety of analytical tools and the visual display of information, while learning about writing and communicating research in business, teamwork, and cultural competency.

    Prerequisite(s): BA 182  or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Use basic analytics tools with a team
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of business etiquette
    • Further develop their ability to work with people of different cultural backgrounds


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  • BA 199 - Individual Studies in Business Administration

    1-10 CR

    Allows an individual student to acquire or practice skills beyond the regular curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
     Individual studies course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • BA 240 - Statistical Analysis

    5 CR

    Surveys techniques used in decision-making and research. Topics include descriptive and inferential statistics, probability, central tendency, variability, normal and t-distributions, hypothesis testing, and regression. Material has applications in business, health care, etc.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 138  or MATH 141  with a C or better, or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Present, calculate and interpret:
    • mean, median and mode
    • standard deviation, standard error, variance
    • applications of probability, normal and t-distributions, bell curve analysis
    • confidence intervals and sampling error
    • hypothesis testing
    • z-scores, t-tests, p-values
    • correlation, simple linear regression, time series analysis
    • chi-square
    Analysis of variance Multiple regression Analyze and evaluate research methodology e.g. gathering of information, sampling, inaccuracies, presentation of information and bias, misleading pitfalls Research, locate and evaluate of various data sources via internet, secondary, tertiary resources, original research publications Define and classify variable types, discrete variable formats, binomials Analyze and appropriately apply statistical procedures to data and types of variables Estimate population parameters with confidence intervals Identify hypothesis setups, appropriate comparisons, type I and II errors Describe and apply the roles of statistics as descriptors versus inferences, prediction Illustrate applied examples and procedures in different fields e.g. bio-med, business, economics, engineering, health professions, nursing, psychology, sociology, social work, others Synthesize procedures, concepts, applications Interpret and apply meaningfulness of statistics in research studies Demonstrate use of a statistical package e.g. Excel, SPSS, SAS, Minitab or other Self assess writing for evidence sequence, focus, organization, style and mechanics Work effectively in teams


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  • BA 294 - Special Topics in Administration

    1-10 CR

    Students study advanced, new topics related to developments in the field of administration and management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Learning outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.


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  • BA 295 - Special Topics in Administration

    1-10 CR

    Students study advanced, new topics related to developments in the field of administration and management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Learning outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.


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  • BA 296 - Special Topics in Administration

    1-10 CR

    Students study advanced, new topics related to developments in the field of administration and management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Learning outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.


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  • BA 297 - Special Topics in Administration

    1-10 CR

    Students study advanced, new topics related to developments in the field of administration and management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Learning outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.


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  • BA 299 - Individual Studies in Business Administration

    1-10 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student.


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Business Intelligence
  

  • BUSIT 103 - SQL Fundamentals

    5 CR

    Students learn the fundamentals of database structure and SQL (Structured Query Language). They learn techniques useful for querying databases and they learn to apply their skills in realistic scenarios extracting data and organizing it into meaningful information. Students gain experience with database servers and client tools.

    Recommended: Familiarity with spreadsheets or databases.
    Course Outcomes
    • Explain the structure of tables and the function of keys in a relational database.
    • Use diagrams to show how tables in a relational database relate to one another.
    • Interpret business information requests to produce accurate SQL statements.
    • Construct SQL queries to retrieve data from one or more tables in a database.
    • Produce SQL queries using logical operators, complex expressions, filters.
    • Develop subqueries to extend functionality to SQL statements.
    • Prepare and export data from a database into a spreadsheet application.
     


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  • BUSIT 105 - Introduction to Business Intelligence

    5 CR

    Provides an introduction to Business Intelligence solutions. Introduces the concepts and current methodologies for creating multidimensional databases. Students work with current server tools to create and browse multidimensional databases of various designs. Students learn to use reporting software and analytical software tools to analyze data and present findings.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 103  with a C or better and completion of ENGL 101  with a C or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the role of Business Intelligence in organizations.
    • Describe the components of a Business Intelligence solution.
    • Describe the role of a data warehouse.
    • Create a multi-dimensional database.
    • Create reports from data in a data warehouse and data in a multi-dimensional database using current reporting software tools.
    • Describe the capabilities of Analytic Software tools and use those tools to create interactive displays and analyze data from multi-dimensional databases.
    • Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for an organization.
    • Use advanced analytic tools including decomposition charts, performance maps and perspective views.
     


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  • BUSIT 110 - Data Warehouse I

    5 CR

    Introduces the concepts associated with the development of a data warehouse. Students apply the “Extract, Clean, Conform, and Deliver” process to organizational data and build the dimension and fact tables required in a data warehouse. Current server tools are used in hands-on exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 105  with a C- or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Define the role of Data Warehousing in an organization
    • Identify issues with extracting data from heterogeneous data sources
    • Describe accepted methodologies to clean and conform organizational data
    • Design dimension tables with various schemas
    • Design fact tables that satisfy the requirements of Key Performance Indicators
    • Design a development plan for implementing a Data Warehouse


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  • BUSIT 115 - Data Mining I

    5 CR

    Introduces the computer-assisted process of evaluating enormous sets of data to find previously undiscovered patterns, draw conclusions and then make decisions based on these patterns. Concepts are introduced and hands-on exercises used to apply the concepts using current software tools.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 105  with a C- or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the role of data mining in an organization.
    • Describe the nature of both supervised and unsupervised learning.
    • Use Data Mining software to develop and apply data mining models.
    • Create, evaluate and apply Decision Tree models, then describe scenarios in which their use would be appropriate.
    • Create, evaluate and apply Unsupervised Clustering models, then describe scenarios in which their use would be appropriate.
    • Create, evaluate and apply Market Basket models, then describe scenarios in which their use would be appropriate.
    • Create, evaluate and apply basic time series models, then describe scenarios in which their use would be appropriate.
    • Describe ethical issues surrounding the use of data mining.


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  • BUSIT 150 - Introduction to Business Analysis

    5 CR

    This course introduces business analysis and business analysis areas of knowledge based upon the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge. Students learn business analysis terminology and the structure of business analysis tasks.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 235 , BUS 101 , and CMST 250 .

    Course Outcomes
    Describe the role of a business analyst in an organization Describe different types of tasks that a business analyst performs Define common business analysis terms Identify appropriate business analysis tasks for a variety of organizational scenarios Document the results of various business analysis tasks using generally acceptable approaches Communicate within a small group using appropriate business analysis terminology Develop and present the business case for an undertaking described in a relevant case study


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  • BUSIT 199 - Independent Studies in Business Intelligence

    1-5 CR

    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    The outcomes for this course will be created by the student and instructor at the time that the student seeks approval for independent instruction.


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  • BUSIT 202 - Dimensional Modeling

    5 CR

    Dimensional modeling has been broadly accepted as the principle technique for data warehouse design. Students use a sequenced series of case studies and hands-on exercises to learn effective design principles for data warehouse development.

    Prerequisite(s): BUSIT 105  with a C- or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the goals of a data warehouse
    • Describe the components of a data warehouse
    • Explain the importance of dimensional modeling for a data warehouse
    • Design Fact and Dimension tables
    • Using a series of Case Studies, identify the probable set of dimensional modeling problems that occur in organizations
    • Develop design principles based on the problems identified in the case studies
    • Apply design principles to new situations


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  • BUSIT 205 - Multidimensional Analysis

    5 CR

    Concepts and techniques used in BUS 105  are expanded upon to create advanced, business-oriented solutions with multi-dimensional databases. Students learn the MDX language for querying multi-dimensional databases.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 105  with a C- or better and PROG 140  with a C- or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Develop MDX queries to extract data from multi-dimensional databases
    • Develop MDX expressions to create calculated measures
    • Develop MDX expressions to create Key Performance Indicators
    • Create multi-dimensional databases with advanced features
    • Describe how aggregations are stored in multi-dimensional databases
    • Describe the physical storage options for multi-dimensional databases



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  • BUSIT 209 - Data Visualization

    5 CR

    Introduces theory and concepts relating to the effective display of data with a focus on quantitative data. Concepts provide the basis for selecting, designing, and presenting graphs based on multidimensional data. Current tools are used to graph the correct data, alert decision makers to problems, and display data geographically.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 105  with a C- or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the problems associated with presenting large amounts of quantitative information
    • Use graph theory to create effective graphs to present quantitative information
    • Select the appropriate graph for various data presentation scenarios
      Convert data from an On Line Analytical Processing (OLAP)database to various types of graphs
    • Create a display that highlights problem areas needing management attention


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  • BUSIT 210 - Data Warehouse II

    5 CR

    Students build on the concepts and techniques learned in BUSIT 110 while focusing on ETL (Extract, Transform and Load) strategies and tools. Current server tools are used in hands-on exercises to help reinforce data warehousing concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): BUSIT 110  with a C- or better and PROG 140  with a C- or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the Data Warehouse server programming environment
    • Use server expressions concepts, operators and functions in data warehouse applications
    • Use the control flow object model to programmatically build packages and create custom objects such as connection managers, log providers, enumerators, and tasks
    • Use data flow task object model to create custom components and to construct a data flow programmatically
    • Manage package storage, execution and configuration using server management tools



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  • BUSIT 250 - Applying Business Analysis Techniques

    5 CR

    Students learn specific techniques for various business analysis tasks. They learn to apply these techniques to real world scenarios. Techniques are chosen based upon The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge and focus is on those techniques most commonly used.

    Prerequisite(s): BUSIT 150 - Introduction to Business Analysis .

    Course Outcomes
    Describe common business analysis techniques and their uses Define terms associated with common business analysis techniques Appropriately select a business analysis technique for a given scenario Describe the advantages/disadvantages of common business analysis techniques Apply business analysis techniques to real-world scenarios/tasks Develop written documentation appropriate to a given technique Present the results of analysis to a group


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  • BUSIT 294 - Special Topics in Business Intelligence

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject related to business intelligence where the topic is announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits of different topics.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • BUSIT 295 - Special Topics in Business Intelligence

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject related to business intelligence where the topic is announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits of different topics.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • BUSIT 296 - Special Topics in Business Intelligence

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject related to business intelligence where the topic is announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits of different topics.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • BUSIT 297 - Special Topics in Business Intelligence

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject related to business intelligence where the topic is announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits of different topics.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • BUSIT 299 - Independent Studies in Business Intelligence

    1-5 CR

    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    The outcomes for this course will be created by the student and instructor at the time that the student seeks approval for independent instruction.


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Business Management
  

  • BUS& 101 - Introduction to Business

    5 CR

    Examines the role of business in a modern economy: growth, structure, organization, and relationship to the environment. Students investigate the objectives, functions, and management of business firms. Other topics include problems of organization, decision-making, and controls. Note: Fulfills social science course requirement at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Define pertinent business vocabulary
    • Identify contemporary business concepts, principles and practices.
    • Exhibit knowledge of the functions of business such as management, organization, human relations, marketing, financing and ethics.
    • Analyze local and global business enterprises and environments in which they exist.
    • Demonstrate an ability to work with a team to develop a business plan.
    • Exhibit proficiency in analyzing information found in business publications.


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  • BUS 102 - Personal Money Management

    1 CR

    Part of a series of courses that present core components of personal finance applicable to individuals and financial service workers. Includes cash flow management, personal budgeting, and record keeping. Students develop a personal budget and compile personal income statements. .

    Course Outcomes
    • Develop a spending plan
    • Develop a system for keeping and using financial records
    • Find and evaluate financial information from a variety of sources
    • Summarize major consumer protection laws
    • Describe the use of different payment methods
    • Apply consumer skills to purchase decisions
    • Control personal information


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  • BUS 103 - Personal Savings

    1 CR

    Part of a series of courses that present core components of personal finance applicable to individuals and financial service workers. Savings, the banking industry and its products and services, savings returns, and evaluating alternative savings vehicles are covered. Students set financial goals, determine the risks and returns of various savings vehicles, and create a personal net worth statement.

    Course Outcomes
    • Discuss how savings goals contribute to financial well-being
    • Evaluate savings alternatives, including their risks, fees and penalties
    • Create savings plans
    • Explain how the time value of money can aid in achieving goals
    • Create a net worth statement and describe its importance in the financial planning process
    • Explain why some government and employer programs (e.g., IRAs, 401Ks) are tax-advantageous


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  • BUS 104 - Personal Credit

    1 CR

    Part of a series of courses that present core components of personal finance applicable to individuals and financial service workers. Focus is on the evaluation of the credit industry and its consumer products and services. Students evaluate alternate credit and loan features and explore strategies for debt management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Identify the costs, benefits and pitfalls of various types of credit
    • Explain credit reports and credit scores, and identify how and why to improve them
    • Summarize major consumer credit laws and borrower’s and lender’s rights
    • Describe ways to avoid or correct debt problems
    • Apply consumer skills to purchase decisions


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  • BUS 105 - Personal Taxes

    1 CR

    Part of a series of courses that present core components of personal finance applicable to individuals and financial service workers. Focus is on individual tax filing, tax planning and maximizing after-tax returns.

    Course Outcomes
    • Prepare a tax return (1, 2)
    • Engage in tax planning (1)
    • Calculate benefits of pre-tax spending accounts (3)
    • Calculate the difference between after-tax and pre-tax returns on retirement accounts (4)
    • Evaluate eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credit and tax credits for 401K (low income) and their effect on savings (1)
    • Evaluate strategies for maximizing after-tax returns (4)


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  • BUS 106 - Personal Risk Management

    1 CR

    Part of a series of courses that present core components of personal finance applicable to individuals and financial service workers. Focus is on the insurance industry and its products. Students evaluate personal insurance needs.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze personal risk and determine methods of mitigating this risk (1,2,3,4)
    • Evaluate various forms of life insurance and their benefits and costs (1,2,3,4)
    • Prepare personal information for appropriate insurance quotes – Evaluate three quotes for property insurance (1)
    • Evaluate the differences in risk between three or more health insurance packages (3)
    • Analyze risk management case studies (1,2,3,4)
    • Articulate the resources available under Medicare and Medicaid (5)


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  • BUS 107 - Personal Real Estate

    1 CR

    Part of a series of courses that present core components of personal finance applicable to individuals and financial service workers. Covers the single-family house and mortgage market. Students review the home buying and mortgage application process.

    Course Outcomes
    • Evaluate case study between buying and renting including investment and tax benefits (1,2,3)
    • Articulate rights in the home buying process (7)
    • Review home buying programs (7)
    • Articulate steps in the home buying process and risks in each step (7)
    • Financial evaluation of various mortages (fixed rates, APR, variable rates, interest only, terms, points, etc. ) (5,6)
    • Calculate the effect of brokers’ fees, title insurance, inspections and lawyers fees on a home purchase (2, 3, 7)
    • Evaluate the effect of interest rates on mortgages (4,5)
    • Evaluate home equity loans and the risks of refinancing (5,6)


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  • BUS 108 - Personal Investment

    1 CR

    Part of a series of courses that present core components of personal finance applicable to individuals and financial service workers. Focus is on financial goals, historical risk and returns of major asset classes, asset allocation, maximizing after-tax returns and monitoring investments.

    Course Outcomes
    • Create investment goals and plans utilizing the time value of money
    • Evaluate investment alternatives, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds and index funds
    • Discuss critical investment concepts such as asset classes, asset allocation, return and risk
    • Evaluate tax-advantaged investment plans
    • Discuss investment advisors and ways to avoid fraud


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  • BUS 109 - Employee Benefits for Personal Finance

    1 CR

    Part of a series of courses that present core components of personal finance applicable to individuals and financial service workers. Outlines basic benefits offered by firms. Students become familiar with what these benefits achieve and how to use them for long-term financial planning.

    Course Outcomes
    • Review a social security summary statement and evaluate how benefits are computed. (1)
    • Determine how unemployment benefits are given. (2)
    • Describe major employee benefits (medical, disability, life, etc.) and what they cover (3,4)
    • Analyze a case study of health insurance and determine relevant costs (3,4)
    • Evaluate the differences in risk between three or more medical insurance packages (3,4)
    • Taking the employer’s perspective design an employee benefits package using relevant components – calculate the cost to the employer and the benefit to the employee (3,4,5,6)
    • Evaluate the financial benefits of spending accounts (5)
    • Calculate the after-tax benefit to the employee of 401K, profiting sharing or pension benefits (6)


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  • BUS 120 - Organizational Behavior

    5 CR

    Explores the dynamics of human resources in a business organization. Students develop a positive attitude toward the human element in business. Specific topics include motivation, leadership, group dynamics, organization theory, participatory management, and communication.

    Course Outcomes
    • Examine oneself—behavioral characteristics, beliefs, stereotypes, biases, background—for self-awareness and identify their impact on others in the workplace. 
    • Analyze effective inter-cultural communication and relationship building in organizations. 
    • Evaluate basic forms of motivation. 
    • Analyze leadership and power, power tactics, bases of power, causes and consequences of political behavior, impression management, negotiating power and politics. 
    • Contrast known stages for how groups develop. 
    • Classify functional and dysfunctional roles in groups. 
    • Identify functions of leadership and management. 
    • Distinguish characteristics of effective leaders. 
    • Summarize organizational culture and why it has relevance. 
    • Describe how cultural diversity contributes to the competitive advantage of an organization. 


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  • BUS 141 - Introduction to Insurance

    2 CR

    Covers the basic background of modern property/casualty insurance systems. Explores the interrelationship of insurance work, how insurance products and services are distributed to the consumer, and how insurance company departments function. Includes civil, tort and contract law and the importance of the risk management process.

    Course Outcomes
    • Define or explain the words and phrases used in the insurance business.
    • Describe the general nature of property and liability insurance.
    • Explain how insurance benefits society.
    • Describe the types of work done by a customer service representative in preparing a submission and preparing a personal lines quote.
    • Describe an insurance application and how it is handled by a producer and a customer service representative.
    • Describe the types of policy provisions found in an insurance policy and briefly explain the purpose of each type.
    • Describe insurance cycle.
    • Give examples of changing consumer needs.


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  • BUS 145 - Business Mathematics

    5 CR

    Presents practical mathematics for business and consumer financing. Topics include computing simple and compound interest, present values, annuities, and amortization.

    Course Outcomes
    • Calculate percentages and their applications
    • Understand the key concepts behind an amortization table
    • Compute compound interest and present value
    • Compute & understand the discount process
    • Read, analyze and interpret financial reports
    • Calculate mark ups, mark downs & discounts
    • Apply business statistics such as mean medium & mode
    • Plot frequency distributions & graphs
    • Understand the concepts of depreciation




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  • BUS 199 - Individual Studies in Business Management

    1-10 CR

    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Independent study course.  Outcomes determined between student and instructor.


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  • BUS& 201 - Business Law

    5 CR

    Surveys laws applicable to business transactions. Students focus on law of contract sales, negotiable instruments, and agency.

    Recommended: 30 prior college credits.
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 , ENGL 235 , ENGL 271  or ENGL 272  with a C or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Learn critical thinking processes.
    • Become conversant with basic legal concepts and selected areas of law affecting business transactions.
    • Understand and apply correctly legal terminology in the above areas.
    • Recognize ethical issues in business, including their legal implications.
    • Reason clearly, responsibly, and succinctly when faced with legal problems and questions.


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  • BUS 203 - Business Law II

    5 CR

    Second course in business law. Extends the study of business law into real property, the Uniform Commercial Code, debtor-creditor relationships, business organizations, cyber law, ethics, and employment. Students extend their learning in the legal reasoning process, legal analysis and writing, and how to communicate clearly.

    Prerequisite(s): BA 200 or BUS 201  or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Describe in a legal and business context the nature of real property, the forms of its ownership, methods that real property is transferred, and the legal effect of a mortgage. Explain the responsibilities of businesses under the Uniform Commercial Code for Sales. Communicate the rights and responsibilities of business and users of negotiable instruments
    Explain the nature, rights, and responsibilities created by debtor – creditor law, define the forms of bankruptcy and explain it processes and uses. Describe the legal structure and forms of business organization. Describe their formation. Describe the rights of shareholders and the responsibilities of management. Depict what Cyberlaw is and enumerate the major issues this emerging and developing area of the law presents for businesses. Provide a detailed explanation of the liability of accountants in their professional capacity and the impact of Sarbanes-Oxley on auditors and accountants. Explain in a comprehensive way the employment relationship, labor relations laws, business responsibilities under unemployment compensation, family leave, health and safety, compensation, privacy, and immigration laws. Demonstrate critical thinking, legal analysis, and writing skills. Describe and better understand the legal environment in which businesses operate.


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  • BUS 210 - Investments

    5 CR

    Provides tools for personal financial planning and investment selection. Topics include the economy, capital markets, industries, stocks, bonds, international, mutual funds, and other asset classes. Students are required to evaluate and monitor investments, use analytical tools (such as risk return and fundamental analysis), and behavior finance concepts to determine investment selection and fit to personal financial goals and risk profiles.

    Course Outcomes
    • Personal Financial Plan
    • Outline and quantify major financial goals
    • Calculate an annual return on investment
    • Create a savings plan
    • Articulate personal risk profile
    Stocks
    • Differentiate between the major American stock exchanges in terms of volume, types of companies, number of companies, market capitalization, and listing requirements
    • Describe how a stock is traded
    • Describe the relationship between the stock market and the economy
    • Describe major stock indices, how they are compiled and what they measure
    Stocks
    • Describe the rights of a shareholder
    • Differentiate between authorized, issued and outstanding shares
    • Define and describe actions which might lead to dilution
    • Know long term stock returns and risks
    • Define an IPO
    Bonds
    • Differentiate between a stock and a bond
    • Differentiate between long term and short term interest rates
    • Describe what factors affect interest rates
    • Calculate nominal yield, current yield, yield to maturity
    • Calculate the effect on a bond when interest rates rise or fall
    Bonds
    • Describe Bond credit ratings
    • List and define bonds risks (credit, maturity, lower coupons, purchasing power, liquidity, legislative and call)
    Fundamental Analysis
    • Define and compile basic components of income statement
    • Define and compile basic components of balance sheet
    • Calculate and compare companies on key financial ratios (Sales and income growth, Return on sales, Return on equity, debt/equity)
    • Calculate and compare companies on Market Value, PE, Price to Book, Price to Sales, Price to Cash Flow
    Industry Analysis
    • Research and describe key factors for competition in an industry
    • Growth rate
    • Competitive environment
    • Regulatory or legislative factors
    • PE, Debt Equity, Return on Equity
    • Forecast
    World Equity Markets
    • Identify key factors in assessing countries for investment
    • Describe risk and return in major world markets
    • Describe the effect of currency fluctuations on foreign investment
    Mutual Funds
    • Analyze and assess a fund on each of the following criteria
    • Objective
    • Size
    • Age
    • Tenure of portfolio manager
    • Fees
    • Portfolio composition
    • Risk measurement
    Asset Allocation
    • Define how asset allocation affects the return and risk of a stock portfolio
    • Calculate the return and risk of different classes of assets and different stock sectors
    • Evaluate the appropriateness of various asset allocations for own personal financial planning
    Stock Portfolio
    • Identify stocks for investment
    • Maintain invest, watch and drop portfolios
    • Calculate return on investment for a portfolio
    • Create a strategy for investment which fits personal profile
    • Audit performance and implement improvements as needed


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  • BUS 219 - Business of Film & Video Production

    5 CR

    Same as MEDIA 219.
    Students develop a broad understanding of the Film and Television industries functions and explore ways to gain access to the industry. Students develop the knowledge and understanding to create their own production companies and bring their creative ideas and projects to fruition. Either BUS 219 or MEDIA 219 may be taken for credit, not both.

    Recommended: Video production or film studies coursework.
    Course Outcomes
    • Legal Structuring and Financing
    • Overview of Independent Filmmaking
    • Starting from scratch
    • Defining the Concept
    • Researching the Market
    • Market Research Among Distributors
    The Production Package
    • Developing the Story and Screenplay
    • Acquiring an Existing Literary Property
    • Optioning the Property
    • Attaching Talent
    • Legal
    • Finding a Good Entertainment Attorney
    Determining Budget
    • How to Create Budgets with Examples
    • Ideal Budget
    • Standard Budget
    • Low Budget
    • Four Rules
    • Money-Saving Tips
    • Negotiations
    • Insurance
    Film Company Management Overview of Independent Financing
    • The Studios
    • Independent Production Companies
    • Distribution Guarantees
    • Negative Pickups
    • Grants for Independent Feature Production
    • Bank Loans
    • Foreign financing
    • Other Sources
    • Limited Partnerships
    • The Structure
    • The Limited Partnership Agreement
    • Investment Groups
    • Limitations
    Selling the Investment
    • Selling the Investor
    • What Investors want to know
    • Presentations
    • How to make a successful presentation
    • The setting
    • The attitude
    • Presentation Structure
    • The Prospectus
    • Escrow Accounts
    Producing
    • The Producer
    • Relationships, Agreements
    • Rights
    • Release Forms
    • Music rights
    • Copyrights
    Distribution and Exhibition Finding Distributors
    • Introduction to Marketplace
    • The Theatrical Arena
    • The Distribution Pie
    • Four-Walling
    • The Distribution of Earnings
    • The Deals
    • Guarantees
    • Domination of the Market by the Major Studios
    • Foreign Theatrical Distribution
    • The Non-Theatrical Arena
    • Basic and Pay Cable Television
    Shorts and Documentaries on the Movie Channels Interstitial Programming on the Movie Channels The Videocassette Marketplace Video Disks PBS Foreign Television Web Casting or Distribution on the Internet Contracts and Negotiations
    • Promotion
    • Paid Advertising
    • Publicity


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  • BUS 221 - Human Resource Management

    5 CR

    Introduces the functional areas of human resource management and laws. Students discuss job analysis, recruitment, testing, interviewing, se<$! >lection, placement, training, wage and salary administration, performance, evaluation and labor management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate understanding of the changing roles and practices of human resource management by distinguishing the evolving eras of scientific management, human relations, the traditional human resource/personnel approaches and the organizational systems approach.
    • Analyze the changing demographic make-up of the modern organizational workforce and demonstrate understanding how these changes affect the management of human resources in today’s organizations.
    • Define the critical problems and issues facing the management of personnel in today’s global business environment.
    • Demonstrate comprehension of how national cultural differences affect management of personnel and definitive personnel actions.
    • Identify, define, and analyze the forces that make up the human resource management external environment and apply understanding of this environment to the affect it has on managing of human resources and the organizational approaches to productivity and employee QWL.
    • Apply the legal environment components of HRM and demonstrate comprehension of the affect it has on personnel actions related to recruitment, hiring, selection, safety/health, training and development, discipline and terminations.
    • Demonstrate comprehension of the affect changes in society and organizations have had in reshaping the role of human resource management.
    • Analyze and apply the impact of organizational analysis and identification of core critical job duties on organizational outsourcing, downsizing, and the increased use of the contingent workforce and the relationship to the changing role of human resource management.
    • Demonstrate comprehension of how personnel law and regulations, labor unions, market conditions, societal values and attitudes, technological advance influence and shape human resource management roles and practices and the affects on the management of employees.
    • Define current technological applications of computers in human resource management and administration.
    • Demonstrate comprehension of job design, job reengineering and job enrichment programs and the effect on employee motivation approaches linked to organizational effectives and success.
    • Demonstrate understanding of the affects of team/group approaches contrasted with the traditional specialization of tasks and job duties and employee performance with the management of employees.
    • Define and analyze the development eras of employee motivation management and leadership theories and approaches and demonstrate understanding of the affect on the changing manager’s role and management of organizational change linked to increased organizational effectiveness, performance, productivity, and application of continuous learning environments and organizational systems management.
    • Demonstrate comprehension in the application of effective research approaches, incorporating defined HR reference resources, to research personnel/HR related issues.


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  • BUS 222 - Advanced Leadership & Management

    5 CR

    Prepares working professionals for effective leadership in a culturally diverse and constantly changing business environment.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 101  (prev G BUS 101) or BUS 120  or BUS 221 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Examine current management challenges
    • Evaluate theories and practices of leadership and their impacts on employee performance and organizational effectiveness.
    • Explore different organizational structures and their impacts on organizational culture and effectiveness. 
    • Investigate challenges and strategies to foster a diverse workforce organization.
    • Develop the skills and mentality needed to foster workforce diversity.
    • Identify the challenges and strategies for organizational change efforts.
    • Evaluate key components of a strategic plan. 
    • Develop a S.M.A.R.T. action plan to implement a strategic plan.
    • Demonstrate the skills required to perform tasks required to manage employee performance including, communicating performance expectations, coaching and monitoring, rewarding, and evaluating.
    • Explore techniques to improve organizational processes.
    • Assess your strengths and skills as a leader.
    • Develop a professional development plan.
    • Investigate the issues and practices of personal ethics and social responsibilities in a business environment.


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  • BUS 230 - Project Management

    5 CR

    Examines the theory and practice of project management from a managerial perspective. Students define projects, determine resources requirements, write requests for proposals, outline contract requirements, define and sequence tasks, and create project schedules.

    Recommended: Concurrent enrollment in BTS 280 .
    Course Outcomes
    • The student will be able to produce written analysis of client organization, key users, and organizational goals.
    • Produce project definition documents that identify both the breath and depth of specific projects.
    • Demonstrate proficiency in both writing and analysis of request-for-proposals.
    • Analyze & evaluate key requirements for contracts.
    • The student will be able to evaluate and assign project administration duties.
    • Use the Critical Path Model to define and sequence project tasks.
    • Determine appropriate project-time calculations and establish benchmarks to track accuracy of the calculations.
    • Demonstrate when PERT & GANT charts should be used.


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  • BUS 241 - Multicultural Business Consulting

    5 CR

    The same as CES 241 .
    Course combines classroom based theory with practicum experience. Students apply skills in marketing, financial analysis, business process analysis, consulting, and multicultural business management in working with a real business or nonprofit. Includes practical experience in consulting and managing in a multicultural environment, and opportunities to link classroom learning to a wide array of business disciplines to see how changes in one area affect the growth of the company as a whole. Either CES 241  or BUS 241 may be taken for credit, not both.

    Recommended: 30 prior college business or marketing credits.
    Course Outcomes
    Apply teaming, project management and consulting skills to successfully work in a diverse team that includes an outside mentor and community business or nonprofit. Apply marketing concepts, including multicultural segmentation, branding, sales, customer relationship management, and elements of the marketing mix, to create a business-appropriate marketing plan. Conduct market, internal, and competitive research such as a customer survey, employee survey, indepth interview, focus group, or ethnographic analysis. Conduct a business process analysis. Formulate financial projections based on analysis. Present findings and recommendations to the business in oral and written formats.


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  • BUS 245 - Property and Liability Insurance

    5 CR

    Includes basic property and liability insurance, contracts, loss exposure, risk management, types of insurers, institution regulations, measurement of financial performance, and operations such as marketing, underwriting, and claims. Prepares students to test for the Certification in General Insurance through the American Institute for CPCU/Insurance Institute of America.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 141  or equivalent experience recommended.

    Course Outcomes
    • Define insurance as a transfer system, a business, and a contract
    • Describe types of insurers and insurance regulation
    • Identify measures of financial performance, such as profitability, solvency, and monitoring financial performance
    • Explain marketing concepts like the legal role of an insurance agent, insurance marketing systems, compensation of producers, advertising, marketing management, regulation of insurance producers
    • Describe underwriting activities, process, management, and the regulation of underwriting activity
    • Explain types and responsibilities and of claim representatives, the claim handling process, establishing loss reserves, and unfair claim practice laws
    • Describe elements of a contract, insurance contracts, and conditions commonly found in property and liability insurance policies
    • Explain the risk management process of benefits


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  • BUS 246 - Personal Insurance

    5 CR

    Designed for those interested in personal insurance needs or majoring in business. Covers personal insurance and financial planning. Includes automobile, homeowners, fire, flood, earthquake, ocean marine, life, health and other personal property and liability insurance. Prepares students for the Certification in General Insurance through the American Institute for CPCU/Insurance Institute of America.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 141  or equivalent experience recommended.

    Course Outcomes
    • Discuss loss exposures, personal risk insurance, and types of personal insurance
    • Explain problems associated with insurance, such as no-fault insurance, high-risk drivers, compensation of victims, regulation and rating of automobile insurance
    • Define parts of automobile coverage, i.e. Liability, Medical Payments, Uninsured Motorists, Coverage for Damage to Automobiles, and Personal Automobile Policy Conditions
    • Evaluate Homeowners Insurance as it relates to the policies – variations, endorsements, and ratings
    • Investigate residential insurance concerning policies that include disasters such as earthquakes, floods, fires, and other similar events
    • Identify other catastrophes that include liability for events such as marine floaters, watercraft policies, and umbrella liability insurance
    • Explain the need for life insurance


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  • BUS 247 - Commercial Insurance

    5 CR

    Covers insurance for commercial property, business income, equipment breakdown, inland and ocean marine, commercial crime, commercial automobile and general liability, farm, and business owner’s policies. Includes workers compensation and employers liability insurance. Prepares students for Certification in General Insurance through the American Institute for CPCU/Insurance Institute of America.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 141  or equivalent experience recommended.

    Course Outcomes
    • Define commercial insurance as a risk management technique, lines of business involved, and commercial insurance policies
    • Explain policies providing commercial property coverage, building and personal property coverage forms, insuring fluctuating values, and blanket insurance
    • Describe cause-of-loss forms, other commercial property coverage forms, endorsements, commercial conditions, and rating commercial property coverage
    • Explain business income loss exposure, business income coverage forms, other forms and endorsements, and rating business income coverage
    • Explain equipment breakdown insurance, agreements, limits, and conditions
    • Describe characteristics and forms of commercial general liability insurance
    • Define commercial automobile insurance
    • Explain workers compensation and employers liability insurance and how to rate it


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  • BUS 248 - Insurance Codes and Ethics

    2 CR

    Designed for insurance majors. Addresses ethical behavior and considerations one must support in order to succeed in business, specifically in the insurance industry. Includes the Washington State Code and a series of case studies regarding ethical behavior in the field of insurance.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 141  equivalent experience recommended.

    Course Outcomes
    • Define ethics in a general business context
    • Explain ethics behavior as it relates to the Insurance industry
    • Compare ethical behaviors among several corporations
    • Describe the legal framework of insurance organizations
    • Explain the state and federal roles in insurance regulation
    • Describe the characteristics/requirements of a professional insurance employee
    • Illustrate examples of professional behavior


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  • BUS 250 - Entrepreneurship

    5 CR

    Deals with organizing and operating a small business. Topics include development of a business plan, failure factors in small business, source of capital, record keeping, financial statements, taxation, marketing, legal and regulatory issues and management principles.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 business credits or equivalent business experience recommended.

    Course Outcomes
    • Develop and implement a business plan 
    • Analyze and evaluate various sources of funding 
    • Design a marketing plan that specifically evaluates customer needs 
    • Articulate why business fail 
    • Assess the contributions of small business to our economy. 
    • Judge the advantages of operating a small business 
    • Explain how the Small Business Administration helps small businesses 
    • Appraise different franchising options 
    • Demonstrate mastery of Risk Management tools


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  • BUS 260 - Business Ethics

    5 CR

    Same as PHIL 260 .
    Introduction to ethical theories relevant to issues and problems in business. Explores ethical concerns in marketing, race/gender bias, economics, the natural environment, employee-employer duties, and civic relations. Either BUS 260 or PHIL 260  may be taken for credit, not both.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate knowledge of ethical theories (e.g., Utilitarianism, Relativism) relevant to contemporary business practice by explaining in short essays what each theory claims and what those claims would entail in business practice.
    • Apply comprehension of ethical theories to specific cultural considerations (e.g., race bias in employment practice, breast-feeding policies in the workplace), and articulate how these theories can be consistently and coherently applied.
    • Demonstrate ability to evaluate and assess ethical theories by appealing to realistic business scenarios (e.g., criticize Rule Utilitarianism by creating a business scenario in which the morally right thing to do fails to maximize benefit for everyone involved). This ability may be demonstrated orally or in a brief essay.
    • Demonstrate comprehension of the issues raised in the course (e.g., a corporation’s ethical relation to employees, society, the environment, customers) and their relation to each other (e.g., conflict resolution between environmental needs and stockholder requirements). This can be demonstrated by discussion in small seminar groups or by written essays.
    • Analyze a realistic business case study, show awareness of more than one ethical approach in the analysis, and make a strong argument for a good way of resolving the problem illustrated in the case. For example, students can be given an assignment to write a 4-5 page paper demonstrating this ability. Their papers will indicate competency if they conform to a college sophomore level of writing, the interpretation of the ethical theories is accurate, and their arguments are sound (or cogent).
    • Demonstrate a mastery of relevant vocabulary by answering 90% or more questions accurately on brief vocabulary recognition quizzes.


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  • BUS 280 - Advanced Studies in International Business

    5 CR

    Focuses on student research projects comparing U.S. business practices with their International counterparts. Class requires participation in the one-week international research trip.

    Prerequisite(s): INTST 150  and permission of instructor. INTST 150  may be taken concurrently.

    Course Outcomes
    • Conduct international business research contrasting the difference between International and U.S. based businesses.
    • Recognize the importance of diversity in the global business environment.
    • Understand the difference demographics makes on global business practices.
    • Describe the impact of international trade on US markets
    • Explain the impact legal and cultural factors of international trade
    • Describe strategies for analyzing foreign markets for possible expansion of U.S. markets
    • Analyze local and global business enterprises and environments in which they exist
    • Exhibit proficiency in analyzing information found in business publications


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  • BUS 291 - Business Internship I

    2 CR

    Develops the skills necessary for an effective job search. Topics covered include resumes, cover letters, interviews, job searches, and portfolios. Course is graded credit/no credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Work as crew on a professional dramatic film shoot
    • Work as crew on a professional documentary film
    • Use the proper terminology used on and off set during production
    • Explain and follow the chain of command on and off a dramatic movie set
    • Work in a group towards a common goal during a production
    • Perform script breakdown, production scheduling, gaffing, make-up, and special effects
    • Describe how a director works with actors during rehearsals and during shooting
    • Identify the various job descriptions of personnel involved in feature film production
    • Perform the step-by-step process of pre-production, production, and breakdown on a dramatic project
    • Present the basics of new digital movie making
    • Describe and use the basic features of various affordable software that can be utilized for editing, special effects, etc. in post production


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  • BUS 292 - Business Internship II

    1-10 CR

    Continues BUS 291 , with students working at least 15 hours weekly in an industry related to their studies. Students meet weekly with instructor and discuss their work activities. Course is graded credit/no credit. Variable credit based on hours worked in internship.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Successfully transitioned between their academic and work environments
    • Demonstrated the successful handling of employment-related issues as they have encountered them in their work environment
    • Demonstrated the organizational and analytical skills necessary to complete each work assignment.
    • Be able to discuss the organization of the company and outline their role in the organization.


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  • BUS 294 - Special Topics in Management

    1-10 CR

    Allows study of advanced or specialized topics in the field of management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter.


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  • BUS 295 - Special Topics in Management

    1-10 CR

    Allows study of advanced or specialized topics in the field of management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter.


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  • BUS 296 - Special Topics in Management

    1-10 CR

    Allows study of advanced or specialized topics in the field of management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter.


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  • BUS 297 - Special Topics in Management

    1-10 CR

    Allows study of advanced or specialized topics in the field of management.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter.


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  • BUS 299 - Individual Studies in Business Management

    1-10 CR

    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Independent study course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher.


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  • BUS 355 - Business of IT: Legal Regulatory Business Env

    5 CR

    This course focuses on managerial and legal principles and knowledge that are critical to IT organizations and the management of organizations focused on information technology in the modern business world. Students will develop skills and techniques in the areas of the relevant legal concepts and doctrines; regulatory and administrative agency requirements; and organizational development and management practice applicable in the IT environment. Case studies will be used.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Evaluate the legal and ethical standards IT professionals and managers must maintain. 
    • Explain the legal and regulatory powers and structures of administrative agencies and devise strategies to optimize business interactions with them. 
    • Illustrate appropriate approaches for meeting the requirements for legal compliance within regulatory agencies including analyzing and describing HIPPA, NIST, LEED, SOX, and other finance and accounting legal standards as they apply to the IT environment. 
    • Analyze and evaluate the legal and ethical dimensions of contracts and legal devices and doctrines applicable to the IT environment including intellectual property rights, employment contracts, nondisclosure agreements, vendor contracts, agency, employment, and independent contractor law. Interpret the relationship between ethical values and legal requirements. 
    • Appraise contemporary practices, challenges, and opportunities at the intersection of IT and corporate governance. 
    • Appraise contemporary management practices and organizational behavior theory particularly applicable to the IT environment and IT organizations including change management. 
    • Explain and demonstrate good business judgment in making IT decisions based on economic analysis, including TCO (Total Cost of Ownership), ROI, (Return on Investment), and lease versus buy considerations. 
    • Discriminate, evaluate, and apply management theories and principles in the IT environment such that IT systems and organizations remain in compliance including the requirement of a formal, controlled change management system. 


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  • BUS 370 - Intermediate Project Management

    5 CR

    Examines project management theory and practice, with emphasis on scientific, technical, and medical applications. Uses PMI’s PMBOK framework to explain the creation and management of projects in contemporary organizations. Cases and examples illustrate the application of this framework to real-world Waterfall, Iterative, and Agile projects.

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to BAS program or instructor permission.

    Course Outcomes
    Understand and demonstrate what defines a project, and describe the role and responsibilities of a project manager. Explain the role, importance, and application of project management in today’s scientific, technical, and medical organizations. Analyze appraise the fundamental trade-offs between cost, schedule, scope, and quality embodied in any project. Show and explain how project requirements are converted to an appropriate Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), and define the appropriate task dependencies and sequences for the WBS. Explain the significance of the critical path in a project, show how the critical path is determined, and use CPM and PERT analysis to appropriately “crash” and re-plan projects. Describe the process groups and knowledge areas defined by PMI’s Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK), and explain why each is important for effective project management. List and explain the steps needed initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close a project in a typical organization. Describe and explain the documents, systems, and procedures needed to support real-world projects, and create the documents, systems, and procedures needed to support a real or hypothetical project. List and categorize the key players associated with a project and describe their roles. Describe the project management methodologies in common use (including Waterfall, Iterative & Incremental, and Agile approaches), and explain why each methodology was developed. List the tools that are typically used by project managers to monitor and control projects, and show how these tools are applied in real and hypothetical situations. Describe and evaluate representative software systems currently used to support project management. Use project management software to plan and re-plan a small project, and to generate an array of management reports. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the traditional Waterfall project methodology, Iterative and Incremental Development methods, and Agile project management (including SCRUM), and recommend the appropriate approach to use in a given situation. Explain the relationship between project management, portfolio management, and program management.


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Business Sustainable Practice
  

  • BSUST 101 - Introduction to Sustainable Business Practices

    5 CR

    Exploration of sustainable business practices that manage resources, emphasize policies to minimally affect local and global environment, and create positive social environments. Topics cover energy systems and efficiencies, transportation, water usage, waste management and recycling, supply chain and product lifecycle management, and environmental corporate responsibilities and regulations.

    Course Outcomes
    Present the different definitions used for “sustainability” and “sustainable business practices” and compare them in terms of intended audience and purpose. Present and discuss the complexity and breadth of sustainable business practices, and their implications for business organizations as part of a larger ecosystem that includes environmental, societal and economic systems. Compare the effectiveness and assess the cost/benefit of various sustainable business strategies in selected industries – such as healthcare, manufacturing, retail, high tech – and in small and large organizations. Present and compare strategies for resource and waste management, including energy systems and efficiencies, transportation reduction, water usage, and waste management and recycling. Present and compare strategies for sustainable supply chain management and product lifecycle management. Discuss corporate responsibilities and regulations as they relate to the environment. Present trends and issues in corporate sustainability and environment practices. Present the scope and application of the sustainability-related US and global certifications, including LEED. Develop strategies that enhance leadership and change management with an organization in order to promote the use of sustainable practices. Communicate complex ideas in simple terms to stakeholders and lay people with a wide range of knowledge and experience. Make a solid business and financial case for implementing sustainable business practices. Apply ethical frameworks to decision making in business practices


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  • BSUST 110 - Communication for Sustainable Business Practices

    4 CR

    Introduces strategies to best position and communicate your organization’s commitment to the environment and social responsibility. Topics cover communication of sustainability strategies, integration of sustainable practices, marketing sustainability services and products, sustainability image positioning and advertising, training of employees, vendors and distributors, and developing accountability at all levels of operation.

    Course Outcomes
    Present and discuss concepts, issues and trends in the communication and PR of green/environmental/sustainability strategies
    Identify history and trends in green/environmental/sustainability terminology and image positioning
    Discuss strategies to best position and communicate an organization’s commitment to the environment in the context of different industries
    Apply strategies to market sustainability services and products using specific case studies
    Discuss issues in aligning green/environmental/sustainability image with actual sustainable practices in business operation
    Discuss the importance and specific strategies in developing and implementing sustainability training of employees, vendors and distributors; and accountability at all levels of operation
    Discuss the issues of social responsibility and fair labor practices as they relate to the concept of sustainability
    Make the business case for the implementation of sustainable business practices based on analysis of facts and information supported by accurate record keeping
    Discuss the concept of “green washing” and debate the issues relating to accurate reporting and publicizing of “green” practices
    Discuss how politics, and government and public policies impact the presentation of a “green image”
    Explore the importance of internal communication in implementing sustainable business strategies
    Communicate complex ideas in simple terms to stakeholders and lay people with a wide range of knowledge and experience
    Make a solid business and financial case for implementing sustainable business practices
    Apply ethical frameworks to decision making in business practices


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  • BSUST 120 - Survey of Energy Systems Management

    5 CR

    Explore and compare traditional and renewable energy systems, from efficiency, environment, socio-political and economic perspectives at the regional, US and global levels. Evaluate strategies for energy management in buildings, transportation and business operations. Topics include laws and regulations that govern energy sourcing, utilization and efficiency and their evolution over time.

    Course Outcomes
    Present the history and evolution of traditional and renewable energy systems Analyze U.S. and global energy markets and policy in traditional and alternative energy systems Discuss the emphasis societies and corporations place on the development, safeguarding and exploitation of energy resources Define and compare different renewable energy sources, including solar, geo-thermal, wind, biofuels, wave and tidal energy Discuss some of the technology and logistics constraints, including material sourcing, energy storage and distribution Present benefits of traditional versus renewable energy sources, long-term vs. short-term feasibility and strategic decision-making in energy generation and utilization Discuss economic, environment and socio-politics issues as they relate to energy generation and consumption Analyze and evaluate energy efficiency strategies in different sectors and for different applications, including buildings, transportation and business processes Explain how industries, markets and governments interact in term of renewable energy research and implementation Through scenario development, explore the future of energy generation and energy conservation and discuss how these trends could impact existing business practices


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  • BSUST 130 - Survey of Resource and Waste Management

    5 CR

    Introduction to the environmental and economic impact of various resource and waste systems management strategies. Focus is on assessing every stage of business activities from the sourcing of materials and resources, through the use and maintenance of products, to the disposal of resulting waste and emissions.

    Course Outcomes
    Analyze specific businesses and industries from the perspective of resource and waste management Discuss issues involved in accurately assessing the impact of business decisions on resource and waste management efficiency Analyze the environmental and economic impact of specific resource and waste management strategies Present the current and evolving thinking regarding resource and waste management, and how this impacts business processes Discuss the economic and socio-political dimensions of resource and waste management Identify and assess all the stages of business activities for specific products and processes from a resource and waste management perspective Explain how resource and waste management efficiency can be significantly improved through business strategies that impact early product/process design and general business practices Give examples of partnerships and collaborations that encourage businesses, consumers, and governments to work together to make changes across the whole supply chain Research and present laws, regulations and standards that impact how businesses in different industries define and implement resource and waste management


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  • BSUST 150 - Introduction to Carbon Footprint

    5 CR

    Introduction to basic tools and techniques used to assess the impact of selected business practices on the environment and society. Topics include introduction to life cycle analysis, carbon footprint computing and analysis; auditing; emission and greenhouse gas reporting; emission trading regulations and energy management solutions.

    Course Outcomes
    Apply and compare different approaches to economic analysis as it relates to carbon footprint computing; resource economics and management; and energy management solutions. Present and discuss concepts, issues and trends in the economics of sustainability Apply basic economic analysis tools as they relate to carbon footprint computing; resource economics and management; and energy management solutions. Discuss the basic concept, options and trends in carbon trading regulations and practices. Implement best practices for life cycle costing analysis. Discuss emission trading regulations, trends and practices.


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  • BSUST 160 - Sustainable Business Analysis

    5 CR

    Introduction to process and techniques involved in performing analysis of businesses with emphasis on how to best integrate sustainability into business and financial strategies. Topics include business process analysis, triple bottom line accounting, information technology processes, green supply chain, trends and practices, and legal issues and regulatory compliance.

    Recommended: BSUST 150 .
    Course Outcomes
    Assess the sustainability of existing business practices and develop recommendations for improvement, as well as their short and long-term impacts. Apply principles of triple bottom line accounting to evaluate sustainable business efforts. Apply basic processes and information technology tools involved in performing analysis of various businesses with an emphasis on sustainability. Apply basic business analysis tools as they relate to green supply chain management Explain the issues of sustainability in the context of procurement policies and global supply chain management. Present and compare best practices in integrating sustainability into business and financial strategies. Outline the main steps in planning, implementation and evaluation of sustainability programs based on case studies. Outline the main steps in sustainability and environmental management reporting. Discuss history and trends in legal issues and regulatory compliance in sustainability. Communicate complex ideas in simple terms to stakeholders and lay people with a wide range of knowledge and experience. Make a solid business and financial case for implementing sustainable business practices. Apply ethical frameworks to decision making in business practices.


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  • BSUST 201 - Whole Systems Thinking and Change Management

    5 CR

    Presents strategic approach to change management based on whole systems thinking. Using case studies, the focus is on developing and assessing strategies at all levels of the business systems that break down barriers and build upon relationships between units and stakeholders with an emphasis on economic, social and environmental impacts.

    Recommended: BSUST 101  or general knowledge of business and sustainable business practices.
    Course Outcomes
    Present the history, terminology, methods, concepts and tools of whole systems thinking Explain and apply the concepts of examining organizations and situations from a systems perspective Research, compare and contrast reductionist and whole systems thinking approaches Diagram complex systems and demonstrate how these schema can support the resolution of complex problems Explain how the component parts of a system can best be understood in the context of relationships with each other and with other systems Assess the business drivers for change, and the political and economic landscape Explain and plan for the different stages and roles in system change implementation Develop metrics to measure whole system change indicators and progress towards goals, develop baselines and analyze impact of various factors over time Compare and contrast various strategies to empowering employees and stakeholders to embrace changes in their current environment Research and debate the impact of leadership’s styles and group dynamics on the organization social environment and how they impact the effectiveness and the speed of change Develop a communication and training strategy that takes into account internal and external relationships to support the implementation of a major business change initiative Research internal and external roles, resources and factors that can help effectively implement change Draft a sustainable business plan that build upon respective strengths of and relationships between units and stakeholders with an emphasis on economic, social and environmental impacts Assess the effectiveness of change implementations in a range of business and social environments in real settings


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  • BSUST 260 - Product Lifecycle and Supply Chain Management

    5 CR

    Study of principles, functions and objectives of green and sustainable product lifecycle and supply chain management in various industries. Topics include: product design, standards and labeling; purchasing, contracts and supplier programs; outsourcing; manufacturing processes; material sourcing; waste management; resource and energy management; inventory management; transportation and distribution; and overall operations.

    Recommended: BSUST 160  and one from BSUST 120 , BSUST 130  or BSUST 150 .
    Course Outcomes
    Define “green” lifecycle for products and services, and give examples for specific industries Present concepts, functions, processes, and objectives of “green” logistics and supply chain management activities Assess the factors that contribute to the environmental impact of moving raw materials, inventory and finished goods Analyze specific supply chain management processes from the perspective of sustainability in diverse industries Identify and assess all the stages of lifecycle for specific products and processes from a sustainability perspective Present the current and evolving thinking regarding product lifecycle and supply chain management, and how this impacts business processes Debate various strategies to integrating green supply chain practices across the supply chain network Develop benchmarks and strategies to monitor performance of sustainability programs Present strategies that promote sustainability with suppliers and contractors Present manufacturing and service operation strategies that promote sustainable development in local, regional and global environments


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  • BTS 100 - Intro To Competency Based Learning

    1 CR

    Introduces students to the tools, best practices, learning styles, technology and expectations students will encounter in a competency based online course.

    Course Outcomes
    Navigate and use our Course Learning Management tools Discuss common course and instructor expectations unique to a competency based online environment Apply time management and organizational skills to handle the demands of competency based online learning Use proper online communication skills to interact with other students, instructor and student navigator


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  • BTS 101 - Keyboarding I

    1 CR

    Develops basic skills in keyboarding (touch-typing) and document formatting using the personal computer. No previous computer experience necessary.

    Course Outcomes
    • Review students basic keyboarding skills, increase typing speed and improve proficiency on the computer.
    • Measure student’s keyboarding speed and accuracy at the outset of the program through the use of the Course Entry Timed Writing
    • Determine specific keyboarding problems by analyzing the diagnostic test results that appear at the beginning of various sections of the keyboarding program.
    • Select appropriate practice lessons on the basis of the test analysis
    • Practice specially designed exercises in a prescribed manner.
    • Measure overall skill-development progress at regular intervals during the course through the use of special Progress Check timings and at the end of the course through the use of the Course Exit Timed
    • Writing. Students completing this course will exit with keying by touch at 25 words per minute for a one minute timed writing.


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  • BTS 104 - Keyboarding Review and Speed Building

    1 CR

    Increases students’ keyboarding speed and accuracy.

    Prerequisite(s): BTS 101  or equivalent experience recommended.

    Course Outcomes
    • Increase basic keyboarding skills.
    • Increase typing speed and accuracy.
    • Improve proficiency on the keyboard.


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  • BTS 109 - Business Communications

    5 CR

    Strengthens skills for effective professional verbal, written and nonverbal communication. Includes reinforcement of grammar and punctuation, writing and peer-editing, proofreading and revising, business writing strategies, and portfolio preparation. Projects include a presentation with visual tools, outline, citations and portfolio preparation of professionally written business messages.

    Course Outcomes
    • Construct a variety of professional documents using the three phases of the writing process.
    • Write smart, effective business-related emails, memos, and letters.
    • Revise documents and proofread them to eliminate grammar, punctuation errors, repetition, and wordiness.
     


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  • BTS 110 - Web Essentials

    5 CR

    Introduces internet research, web design tools, web communication and networking websites and tools, browser basics, web search strategies, evaluating and using online resources, writing in HTML, creating effective web pages, and Internet and web security. Projects combine professional writing, computer and web authoring software skills, website creation and design, and presentation skills.

    Course Outcomes
    • Effectively use modern web browsers and search engines to locate credible information on the Internet.
    • Model how to write professional, concise digital communication such as email.
    • Use Web technologies for networking and collaboration.
    • Identify information security threats and illustrate best safety practices on the Internet.
    • Design a multi-page website with a consistent page layout, concise writing, and simple navigation using HTML and CSS.
     


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  • BTS 144 - Personal Information Manager

    3 CR

    Course features the concepts, terminology, and techniques involved in utilizing a popular messaging and personal information management program specifically Microsoft Outlook. Tools and commands are utilized to email, schedule appointments and meetings, create and maintain contact lists, create task lists, maintain journals for recording and tracking activities, and create notes and reminders.

    Course Outcomes
    • Manage the Outlook Environment efficiently within a professional business setting
    • Manage Messages in an organized way for productivity
    • Manage Schedules to clearly communicate among professionals
    • Manage Contacts and Groups to effectively connect business individuals
    • Utilize intermediate to advanced software features to solve a business problem


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  • BTS 147 - Presentation Design and Delivery

    3 CR

    Studies business presentation design, delivery and publication using current software and professional standards. Topics include content development, audience analysis, presentation delivery, presentation slides, collaboration tools, integration, security tools, application of template and custom graphics, animation, sound, video and delivery modes. Projects create and deliver professional presentations appropriately organized for the audience.

    Course Outcomes
    Create and Manage Presentations for professional or personal solutions.
    Insert and Format Shapes and Slides to enhance effects and visual perception.
    Create Slide Content in a variety of media and business scenarios.
    Apply Transitions and Animations to enhance communication of information.
    Manage Multiple Presentations to share with others in business settings.
    Utilize intermediate to advanced software features to solve a business problem.


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  • BTS 161 - Business Software Essentials

    5 CR

    Introduces personal computer and business software in a Windows based environment. Includes file management strategies, personal computing tools, internet navigation, effective business document design, spreadsheet analysis and design and a survey of fundamental software used in a typical business environment. Projects include design and creation of a file management plan, and fundamental interactive spreadsheets.

    Recommended: BTS 101  or BTS 104  or equivalent keyboarding experience.
    Course Outcomes
    Identify and select the appropriate software tool to solve business problems and achieve needs. Navigate the web and utilize online communication and collaboration tools to research and solve problems. Create and manage files in a Windows environment. Apply strategies to create an efficient work flow while working with computers and software. Understand and identify the various basic components of a computer system. Define general word processing, spreadsheet, and other common concepts and terminology. Publish documents to print, electronic and online mediums. Design, create and format a variety of business documents, including business letters, newsletters, business correspondence, business plans, flyers, spreadsheets, presentations, budgets, charts, and database reports and tracking. Research resources to solve problems independently


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  • BTS 163 - Business Document Design Comprehensive

    5 CR

    Introduces key concepts and software to develop and create business documents. Topics include document design, creation, formatting, layout, output, graphics, tables, citations, mail merge, indexes, macros, forms, and sharing documents. Projects integrate business communication skills and problem solving techniques to create a variety of business documents such as letters, memos, newsletters, flyers, automated documents and collaborative documents.

    Course Outcomes
    Create and Manage Documents within a professional business setting Format Text, Paragraphs, and Sections to customize business documents Create Tables and Lists to clearly communicate information in Word documents Apply References in academic and professional documents Insert and Format Objects to enhance effects and visual perception Utilize intermediate to advanced software features to solve a business problem


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  • BTS 165 - Business Spreadsheet Analysis & Design

    5 CR

    Introduces key concepts to develop and analyze business spreadsheets. Topics include formulas, formatting, logical, financial and lookup functions, charts, pivot tables, data tables, and multiple workbooks. Projects integrate skills to create business spreadsheets that communicate financial and operational performance.

    Course Outcomes
    Manage and Share Workbooks within a professional business setting. Apply Custom Formats and Layouts to analyze and customize business data. Create Advanced Formulas in advanced business scenarios. Create Advanced Charts and Tables to clearly communicate data in Excel documents. Utilize intermediate to advanced software features to solve a business problem.


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  • BTS 168 - Business Data Management Tools

    5 CR

    Introduces key concepts of data management and the use and creation of relational databases as a business tool. Topics include: views, simple and advanced queries, create and modify forms and sub-forms, reports, primary and foreign keys, importing data, formulas, controls and conditional formatting. Projects apply skills to multiple hands-on databases of increasing complexity.

    Course Outcomes
    Create and Manage a Database to provide information for resolving business needs. Build Tables to populate a database for accurate output of results. Create Queries to answer business questions to solve a problem. Create Forms to efficiently capture data to meet a business need. Create Reports to share with others in business settings. Utilize intermediate to advanced software features to solve a business problem.


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  • BTS 173 - Windows Basics

    1 CR

    Introduction to Windows operating system and built-in Windows programs.

    Course Outcomes
    • Identify and describe various components of the Windows desktop.
    • Use the mouse and keyboard to scroll, open and close windows and dialog boxes, and arrange windows on the desktop.
    • Use built-in Windows programs to create and print a document and a graphic.
    • Use built-in Windows programs to make a movie and play videos and sound clips.
    • Find Web pages and make them available for offline viewing using browser search and Favorites options.
    • Compose, send, retrieve, and respond to e-mail using mail client.
    • View, read, and post news messages to a newsgroup.


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  • BTS 174 - Windows File & Disk Management Basics

    1 CR

    Introduction to the basics of managing, customizing and maintaining files, folders, disks, and display settings using the Windows operating system.

    Prerequisite(s): BTS 173 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Manage files correctly.
    • Administer system tools and settings to increase the efficiency and speed of information retrieval in Windows.
    • Monitor the health of the Windows operating system to recover, restore and make repairs.


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  • BTS 186 - Publication Design Essentials

    5 CR

    Introduces key concepts to create and design publications for business use. Studies design principles, publication function, and industry standard software to create, design, and publish business documents, and prepare digital images for print and web use. Projects combine computer software skills design principles and efficient workflow to create business publications such as logos, brochures, advertisements and newsletters.

    Recommended: BTS 161  or equivalent experience.
    Course Outcomes
    • Use industry-standard software programs features & commands to create, design and publish business documents for a variety of needs.
    • Apply design and advertising principles to create professional quality publications.
    • Apply efficient workflow practices for print and web publication.
    • Understand and apply basic principles of raster and vector images.
    • Create functional publications that fulfill business needs and client expectations.
    • Identify and select the correct software tool for unique business problems and needs.
    • Create a business logo, business brochure and ad using the principles described above.
    • Link to professional organizations and utilize online design resources.
    • Research resources to solve problems independently.


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  • BTS 187 - Publication Design for Print

    5 CR

    Explores in-depth the current industry standard software to create and produce professional layouts and multipage publications for print. Topics include design principles, publication function, advertising principles and issues working with clients, typography, print considerations, color management, layout design, and management. Projects integrate design, advertising and client relations skills to create business cards, brochures, posters, directories, books, and banners.

    Course Outcomes

    • Use current industry-standard software applications to create advanced print publications.
    • Apply design and advertising principles to create professional quality publications.
    • Prepare for the production and packaging process in various print and electronic mediums.
    • Apply efficient workflow practices for print and web publication.
    • Create raster and vector images .
    • Choose the appropriate color model system (RGB, CMYK , Color Matching Systems, etc) to produce desired image.
    • Create functional publications that fulfill business needs and client expectations.
    • Create business brochures, ads, labels, newsletters, books or catalogues using the principles described above


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  • BTS 188 - Intro to Digital Content

    5 CR

    Introduces industry standards in digital imaging software and devices to create, edit, and manipulate images for print and web. Topics include design principles, print and web standards and tools, editing, modifying, compositing, painting, drawing, repairing, color-correcting, and automating digital images for business. Projects include marketing materials such as posters, book covers, labels and ads for use in a final portfolio.

    Recommended: BTS 161  or BTS 186 .
    Course Outcomes
    • Use current industry standard digital image editing software and design principles to edit, color correct, manipulate and enhance digital images.
    • Apply the basic concepts of advertising, sales, design, and general business to the design process of digital images.
    • Apply basic design principals to the creation and manipulation of digital images.
    • Prepare images for use in all media, including web and print.
     


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  • BTS 189 - Webpage Authoring Essentials

    5 CR

    Introduces industry standards in web page authoring and editing tools. Topics include principles of web design, file management, formatting, HTML, CSS, image optimization, publishing and managing dynamic web pages. Projects include the design and publication of a website based on a business client need.

    Recommended: BTS 110 .
    Course Outcomes
    Use current industry-standard software to design and publish a live website for a business client. Apply the basic concepts of advertising, sales, design, and general business to the web design process. Understand, edit and author HTML code using a text editor. Understand and develop usable file management structures that improve web development workflow. Identify needs and considerations for publishing to the web including resolution, color management, image types, files sizes and file compatibility and apply appropriate solutions. Apply principles of design and usability to the creation of websites and pages. Understand how technologies interact with websites and optimize them for those technologies. Link to professional organizations and utilize online help and design resources. Research resources to solve problems independently.


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  • BTS 199 - Individual Studies Business Technology Systems

    1-10 CR

    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Independent study course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and faculty.


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  • BTS 201 - Content Management Systems

    5 CR

    Explores content management systems (CMS) used to create a web presence. Topics include installation, configuration, designing themes, creating, managing and organizing content, adding plugins, user account management, security and overall CMS site administration. Projects include design and creation of a website using a content management system to meet business/organizational needs.

    Recommended: BTS 110 .
    Course Outcomes
    ??Deploy and configure a website using a popular content management system to meet the needs of a business or organization. Install themes and plugins to add a custom design and additional site features. Create, modify and organize a variety of site content and navigation menus. Add and manage site user accounts.


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  • BTS 210 - Collaborative Web Spaces

    5 CR

    Introduces web based collaborative software to enhance work, data and content collaboration in a business environment. Topics include works pace sites, content publication, lists, discussion boards, libraries, surveys, tracking tasks, blogs, wikis, web parts, customization, templates, managing users and permissions. Projects include the design and creation of customized workspaces to solve specific business needs.

    Course Outcomes
    Create and Format Content within a business collaboration software site Manage SharePoint Sites to organize business documents and content Participate in User Communities to clearly communicate information Configure and Consume Site Search Results for information retrieval Utilize intermediate to advanced software features to solve a business problem


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  • BTS 265 - Advanced Business Spreadsheet Analysis & Design

    5 CR

    Develops advanced spreadsheet skills including application programming using software such as Microsoft Excel on the personal computer.

    Prerequisite(s): BTS 165 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Make business and financial recommendations based on sound data analysis principles.
    • Analyze and make recommendations for business performance using scenarios and what-if analyses.
    • Create and report manual and automated business solutions with Solver.
    • Import data from various sources into worksheets and PivotTables.
    • Apply basic programming principles to the design of macros with Visual Basic for Applications (VBA).
     


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  • BTS 268 - Advanced Business Data Management Tools

    5 CR

    Course covers additional user interface features of a relational database. Advanced Wizards are used to create a user interface. Topics include action queries, macros, modules, switchboards, and startup options.

    Prerequisite(s): BTS 168 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Create specialized information through use of action and cross tab queries
    • Build a customized user interface with macros, macro groups, command buttons, and procedures
    • Enhance database design using many-to-many and one-to-one relationships
    • Provide database continuity with proper documentation
    • Improve database functionality using properly compiled and tested Function procedures, Sub procedures, and event procedures
    • Maximize database efficiency by analyzing database performance, splitting databases and linking to external data sources
    • Secure data using passwords, startup options, replication, and backups
    • Submit written work in accordance with BC writing benchmarks


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  • BTS 280 - Project Planning Tracking and Reporting

    5 CR

    Introduces skills to gather information about responsibilities and resources required to accomplish tasks and calculate the overall cost to plan a project. Studies the software needed to create and modify a project plan. Projects combine software skills with project management principles to plan a project and keep it moving on track in the implementation phase.

    Recommended: BTS 165  or equivalent experience, and concurrent enrollment in BUS 230 .
    Course Outcomes
    Initialize a Project within project management software Create a Task-Based Schedule to organize business tasks Manage Resources and Assignments to clearly communicate information Track and Analyze a Project for progress reports and analysis  Communicate Project Information to integrate with other software platforms Utilize intermediate to advanced software features to solve a business problem


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