Management A.A.S. Degree

Short Title : Introduction to Business

Course Code : BUS-101

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : The Mathematics of Money

Course Code : MAT-101

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.

Prerequisites :

Algebra I,  MAT-013, or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013 or as the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

Prerequisites :

Proficiency in Elementary Algebra.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013 or as the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts

Course Description : Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 with a grade of 'C' or higher.

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 4

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-115 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Business

Course Code : BUS-101

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : The Mathematics of Money

Course Code : MAT-101

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.

Prerequisites :

Algebra I,  MAT-013, or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013 or as the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

Prerequisites :

Proficiency in Elementary Algebra.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013 or as the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts

Course Description : Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 with a grade of 'C' or higher.

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 4

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-115 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Business

Course Code : BUS-101

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : The Mathematics of Money

Course Code : MAT-101

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test, successful completion of MAT-013 or equivalent or departmental approval.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

Prerequisites :

Proficiency in Elementary Algebra.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

Algebra 1, MAT-013 or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts

Course Description : Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 with a grade of 'C' or higher.

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 4

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-115 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Business

Course Code : BUS-101

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : The Mathematics of Money

Course Code : MAT-101

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test, successful completion of MAT-013 or equivalent or departmental approval.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

Prerequisites :

Proficiency in Elementary Algebra.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

ECO-201 or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts

Course Description : Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 with a grade of 'C' or higher.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101 or MGT-220

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-110 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Business

Course Code : BUS-101

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : The Mathematics of Money

Course Code : MAT-101

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test, successful completion of MAT-013 or equivalent or departmental approval.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

Prerequisites :

Proficiency in Elementary Algebra.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

ECO-201 or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts

Course Description :

Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 with a grade of 'C' or higher.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101 or MGT-220

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-110 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Business

Course Code : BUS-101

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and  ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : The Mathematics of Money

Course Code : MAT-101

Course Description :

This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test, successful completion of MAT-013 or equivalent or departmental approval.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Course Description :

Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Course Description :

Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective

Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Course Description :

Physical/Health Education Elective

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Course Description :

The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Course Description :

Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

ECO-201 or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Course Description :

Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Course Description :

A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101 or MGT-220

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-110 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Course Description :

An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Business

Course Code : BUS-101

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and  ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : The Mathematics of Money

Course Code : MAT-101

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test, successful completion of MAT-013 or equivalent or departmental approval.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description : Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description : Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective

Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Course Description :

Physical/Health Education Elective

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description : The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description : Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

ECO-201 or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts

Course Description : Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description : A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101 or MGT-220

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-110 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description : An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Business

Course Code : BUS-101

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : The Mathematics of Money

Course Code : MAT-101

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description : This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test, successful completion of MAT-013 or equivalent or departmental approval.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective

Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Course Description :

Physical/Health Education Elective

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

ECO-201 or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts

Course Description : Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101 or MGT-220

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-101 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Organization and Management

Course Code : BUS-101

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

The planning, supervision, control and performance of activities involved in the production of goods and services. The problems of human relations and labor-management and the functions of human resources, marketing, purchasing, production and finance are explored from the standpoint of effectively carrying on business that relates positively to the society of which it is a part.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Computer Applications and Systems

Course Code : CSC-105

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course defines computers and computer applications and their use in business, industry and government. Students completing this course will be computer fluent. Students will understand the capabilities and limitations of computers and know how to use them. In addition, students will understand computers and their ethical, legal and societal implications. Topics include the history of computers, hardware devices, software programs, terminology, privacy of information, ethical behavior and the influence of computers on people and society. Hands-on experience includes: using a Windows operating system, a word processor, designing and implementing spreadsheets and producing presentations. This course is recommended for anyone who will be involved with computers and the use of computer application software.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College placement test or a grade of “C” or better in ENG-010

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Freshman Mathematics I

Course Code : MAT-101

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description : The first half of a two-semester course designed primarily for liberal arts students and others planning a year's study of college level mathematics. Topics surveyed include inductive reasoning, problem solving, concepts of sets, Venn diagrams and applications, geometry, consumer mathematics, simple and compound interest, installment buying and mortgages.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test, MAT-013 or departmental approval

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Financial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-101

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Covers the accounting cycle from the recording and analyzing procedures through the summarizing procedures and preparation of general purpose, financial statements; the introduction of accounting for corporations with emphasis on the capital structure of the corporation.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Principles of Economics I

Course Code : ECO-201

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description : Introduces the foundations of economic analysis and explores the problems of macroeconomics, including national income, equilibrium analysis and fiscal and monetary policy. The public sector of the national economy is also stressed.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the algebra portion of the College placement test or MAT-013

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Concepts of Business Management

Course Code : MGT-210

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Theories, techniques and insights from the behavioral sciences of the major areas of management including planning, organizing, directing, controlling and administration. Concepts relating to all levels of management are studied.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective

Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Course Description :

Physical/Health Education Elective

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Managerial Accounting

Course Code : ACC-102

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Covers the statement of cash flows; financial statement analysis, the nature of Managerial Accounting, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost allocation and activity-based costing; analyses for managerial decision making; budgeting, standard cost systems, accounting for decentralized operations and transfer pricing.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Operations Management

Course Code : MGT-214

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

The development of an awareness of the tools a user/manager utilizes in the design modification and implementation of a manual or automated system. Students select a particular technique, apply it to a system and develop cost justification for implementation of the technique. A combination of lecture and workshop oriented sessions are used in developing the various management techniques. The various tools and management techniques for evaluating the operations functions of a business are examined.

Prerequisites :

MGT-210

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Economics II

Course Code : ECO-202

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description : Microeconomics: includes such topics as the price system, allocation of resources, distribution of income and the prospects for economic change. International trade is also studied.

Prerequisites :

ECO-201 or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Business Elective

Course Code : BUS-EL1

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Course Code : SPE-121

Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts

Course Description :

Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Business Law I

Course Code : BUS-201

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

Brief surveys of the American legal system, procedural law, crimes and torts, administrative agencies, consumer, environmental and planning law. Detailed study of the substantive law of contracts, personal property and bailments and sales law. (In applicable areas, the Uniform Commercial Code is covered as well as the common law principles.)

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Principles of Labor Relations

Course Code : MGT-205

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

A survey course that evaluates union growth and structure. A study of the nature of the labor market, collective bargaining, labor legislation, wages, employment and productivity. An analysis of policies and techniques of employers, wage earners and government in trying to find solutions to the labor problems in American society.

Prerequisites :

BUS-101 or MGT-220

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Seminar in Management Experiences

Course Code : MGT-216

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

An interdisciplinary course which integrates and synthesizes concepts and information from preceding management courses. Emphasis is on establishing an environment to employ previously learned material, with the opportunity to practice decision-making and control techniques based on this material. Case studies are employed and supplemented with simulation techniques. Emphasis is given to subordinate supervisor interaction, with students participating individually and in teams.

Prerequisites :

ACC-101 or SBM-101 and ENG-121 or Departmental Approval and four courses in the major with the following designations - BUS, ECO, FMR, HCD, MGT, MKT, SBM

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Human Resources Management

Course Code : MGT-220

Department Description : Accounting, Business and Legal Studies

Course Description :

An analysis of the principles of organization for effective human resources management. Selection of personnel, delegation of responsibilities, the psychology of motivating and directing people, dealing with unions and other organized groups and training and maintaining morale.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Science Elective

Course Code : BIO-EL1

Department Description : Biology

• Credit : 3