This course provides an introduction to accounting with an emphasis on the interpretation and use of accounting information for effective business decision-making. The course employs an "information user/managerial approach" rather than an "information preparer approach." Students are introduced to the accounting system, financial statement analysis, and quantitative managerial accounting techniques.

An introduction to the international business environment, including cultures, ethics, economics, geography, and legal systems, associated with our global society. The course serves as a foundation for international business majors and as a survey course for other business majors.

This survey course is designed to introduce students to the study of law through a review of its historical origins, the various sources of the law and the practical context in which laws are applied. Particular attention is given to areas of law which are relevant to today’s business environment; for example, torts, contracts, agency and sales.

• MG219 Principles of Management

Students learn the strategic aspects of electronic business essential to succeeding in today’s Internet-based economy. Business goals and constraints, business strategies and tactics, and underlying business theories relating to successful e-business is discussed. Emphasis is placed on the role of e-business within the entrepreneurship process.

• MG219 Principles of Management
• MK217 Principles of Marketing

The goal of corporate financial management is to maximize the wealth of the stockholders. Decisions regarding risk and return, the management of current assets and current liabilities, and capital budgeting are examined in view of this goal. Students are also introduced to the stock market and other financial institutions and systems.

This capstone course in business develops students’ understanding of strategic decision-making through integrative use of business knowledge from each of the major functional areas in business. Extensive use of decision cases is made to address such issues as: What is strategy?; Who makes it?; What are the basic strategic options of a firm?; How is the business environment analyzed for strategic purposes? Highlights of the course include a business case competition and computer simulation.

The topics and projects for this course vary according to the needs and interests of business majors.

This course provides an overview of current computer software and applications in Computer Science. Students receive hands on training in computer software covering such areas as: presentation/multimedia, spreadsheets, database, graphics and web page design.

A traditional introduction to the principles of microeconomics, concentrating on behavior of the household and the firm. The course analyzes factors determining prices, production and allocation of economic resources. Current issues are emphasized.

A traditional introduction to the principles of macroeconomics, concentrating on how aggregate levels of economic activity are determined. The course analyzes macroeconomic policies and economic issues such as problems of unemployment and inflation. Current issues are emphasized.

This course provides an introduction to noncalculus mathematical modeling methods prevalent in business. Topics include: matrix methods, systems of linear equations and inequalities, linear programming by the geometric method and by the simplex method, and the mathematics of finance.

This course provides an introduction to the differential and integral calculus. Topics include: the concepts of function, limit, continuity, derivative, definite and indefinite integrals, and an introduction to transcendental functions.

This course is designed to provide an introduction to calculus for polynomials and rational functions, especially as it applies to business. Topics include a review of algebra, limits, derivatives, integrals, and finding area by integration.

This first course in management stresses an understanding of the management functions as an integral part of the business organization. Attention is given to planning, leading, organizing, controlling and other aspects of the managerial process.

This course examines management practices unique to the small business environment and also provides a first look and overview of modern entrepreneurship. Course work examines the importance of entrepreneurship to modern market economies; other topics include developing ideas for new business ventures, formation and financing of new business ventures, and managing growth through the early years of operation. In addition, students write a detailed business plan based upon an idea of their choosing.

This course examines the opening and operation of a small business. The course explore the dimensions and elements of small business management; concepts, methodologies, strategies, and structures. Upon completion of the course, the student is able to apply management, marketing, finance techniques to successfully manage a small business. During the semester, the student has the opportunity to work with a simulation, case studies, or a small business owner.

• MG219 Principles of Management
• MG315 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Small Busines

This course examines the project management framework and introduces key terms used in project management. This course will explore the dimensions and elements of project management; concepts, methodologies, strategies, and structures. Upon completion of the course, the student is able to apply project management techniques to develop timelines, network diagrams, and critical path analysis. During the semester, the student has the opportunity to work on a project of his/her own where he/she is able to demonstrate understanding of the course objectives. Although the course is taught using a sport theme, student projects can be completed using a wide variety of industries.

• MG219 Principles of Management

This course presents the quantitative or management science approach to management. Topics which may be included are quality control, forecasting, inventory management, resource allocation, work design, scheduling, project management and control, and facility design and location. Current techniques and tools are examined and used.

• BU215 Business Statistics
• MG219 Principles of Management
• M145 Finite Mathematics

This final course in the entrepreneurship major is designed to develop students’ expertise in small business entrepreneurship through a combination of cases, articles, assignments and classroom discussion and debate.

• MG315 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Small Busines

This beginning course in marketing develops an understanding of the marketing function and its central importance to the business organization. Attention is paid to a variety of marketing topics including products, channels and distribution, pricing, promotion, buyer behavior, and ethical issues in marketing.

The selling component of this course involves learning selling concepts and the communications skills needed to apply them. Topics include prospecting, approaching the customer, determining customer wants and needs, making the sales presentation, overcoming objections, and closing the sale. The management component of the course involves the recruiting and hiring, training, determining sales territories, sales forecasting, compensation and motivation, and control over the sales force.

• MK217 Principles of Marketing

This course examines the role of advertising and promotions in influencing target markets. Topics include planning an integrated marketing communication campaign, media planning and selection, creative concept development, measuring advertising effectiveness, determining advertising budgets, and uses of promotion tools to meet objectives.

• MK217 Principles of Marketing

This course is designed to provide an understanding of marketing research theory and practice. The aim is to present market research as a managerial tool with a decision-making orientation. The principles of marketing research are presented in a pragmatic "how-to-do-it" fashion. Learning is augmented by work on marketing research projects for businesses or other organizations whenever possible.

• BU215 Business Statistics
• MK217 Principles of Marketing
• M145 Finite Mathematics

The course examines critically the major ethical or moral theories that are at the basis of decision-making in the complex area of contemporary behavior we know as "the business world."