This course, designed for the beginning business student, will survey business principles, methodologies, (More) (Expand All)

This course, designed for the beginning business student, will survey business principles, methodologies, problems, practices, and procedures as they pertain to the societal challenges facing business and the economic challenges facing America in a global environment. Business topics will be discussed, such as: the nature of business, ownership, recruitment and training of personnel, human resources, labor-management relations, human behavior, production and distribution of goods, economics, marketing, competition, profits, transportation, finance and accounting, managerial controls, organizational communications and culture, global markets, government, entrepreneurship and business relations.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: BUS 110 (Less)

This course is a survey of the factors, problems, terminology, methodologies, concepts and techniques (More)

This course is a survey of the factors, problems, terminology, methodologies, concepts and techniques involved in conducting business in the market places of the world, and includes an overview of economic, legal, political, financial, geographic, human resources and social cultural factors that affect business transactions abroad. Financial management and institutions, marketing, information technology, monetary systems, organizational management and goals will be reviewed in a global business environment.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course introduces students to various human characteristics and differences which exist in world (More)

This course introduces students to various human characteristics and differences which exist in world wide business environments. Communication styles, business ethics, mannerisms, numbers, space, and political and religious beliefs will be highlighted as to their importance in establishing viable and profitable contacts between individuals, cultures, and nations. This course can be taken in either a traditional or an online learning environment.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the principles and methods related to the effective (More)

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the principles and methods related to the effective utilization of personnel in the business organization. It will develop relations involved in recruitment, selection, placement, training, and supervision of employees. It will also include an introduction to the organized labor movement and current labor relations conditions.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course is designed to aid future employees and employers to understand and utilize human relations (More)

This course is designed to aid future employees and employers to understand and utilize human relations concepts as they apply to the business environment. It will cover such areas as morale, personal efficiency, leadership, personality, motivation, and communication.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This is an introductory course in labor-management relations for supervisors and union shop stewards. (More)

This is an introductory course in labor-management relations for supervisors and union shop stewards. It focuses on collective bargaining and the functions of management, unions and labor agreements. An in depth study will be made of the Labor Management Relations Act as amended, the National Labor Relations Board, and the Landrum-Griffin Act. Special attention is given to grievance procedures and arbitration cases. Negotiations of a collective bargaining agreement will be simulated.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course covers the entire field of Human Resource Development (HRD), from orientation and skills (More)

This course covers the entire field of Human Resource Development (HRD), from orientation and skills training to career development and organizational development. In addition to being theory- and research-based, it is also practical- and experience-based, designed for students who wish to become HRD professionals, or managers at all levels.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course covers the study of magazine, newspaper, radio, billboard, direct mail, and other special (More)

This course covers the study of magazine, newspaper, radio, billboard, direct mail, and other special forms of publicity. Problems of space, type, copy, and the preparation of the complete layout are discussed. The principles of effective techniques with ample practice in the preparation of different types of advertisements will be covered.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This is a course that provides a meaningful portrayal of the operation and interaction of public and (More)

This is a course that provides a meaningful portrayal of the operation and interaction of public and private law in the political and socio-economic environment. This is achieved by the study of the state and federal legal system and the laws that regulate business organizations. This course can be taken in either a traditional or an online learning environment.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC*
*UC credit limits may apply. LAW 110, LAW 111, and BA 113 combined: maximum credit, one course.
C-ID: BUS 120 (Less)

This course covers problems and organizations of systems of distributing goods and services in our business (More)

This course covers problems and organizations of systems of distributing goods and services in our business world. It will include promotion through retail and wholesale parallels, consumer buyer habits, pricing, budgeting, transportation, warehousing, sources and uses of marketing information, and marketing of agricultural products. This course can be taken in either a traditional or an online learning environment.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course will cover the principles and techniques in the management of business. (More)

This course will cover the principles and techniques in the management of business. It includes organizing, planning, controlling, directing, and the application of management principles to business organizations.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course is designed to meet the needs of retail store managers and help prepare students for positions (More)

This course is designed to meet the needs of retail store managers and help prepare students for positions in retail store management. Topics covered: organizational structure, merchandise planning and control, sales promotion, pricing, and expense management.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

The accounting cycle will be introduced with emphasis on understanding financial records. (More)

The accounting cycle will be introduced with emphasis on understanding financial records. Instruction will be given on the internal control of the industry being studied, as well as an introduction to the analysis of the financial statements. This course can be taken in either a traditional or an online learning environment.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course covers opportunities in selling, development of desirable personality traits, methods of (More)

This course covers opportunities in selling, development of desirable personality traits, methods of approach to prospective customers, the art of demonstrating goods, how to meet objections, and how to close the sale.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This survey course focuses on the business management processes and the software products that are available (More)

This survey course focuses on the business management processes and the software products that are available to assist managers, entrepreneurs, and other business professionals in the successful accomplishment of their demanding jobs in a dynamic, global, and technology-driven business environment. The course is designed to review the latest software available to assist mangers in accomplishing the full spectrum of management functions to help them shift from old methods of managing to new methods using tools provided by computer technology.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course offers the basics of importing and exporting, including U.S. (More)

This course offers the basics of importing and exporting, including U.S. Customs Service, customs brokers, duty rates, laws and regulations, currency exchange and letters of credit, storage, transportation, financing, terms of access, documentation, trade patterns by countries and commodities. This course can be taken in either a traditional or online learning environment.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the knowledge of principles, procedures, and opportunities (More)

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the knowledge of principles, procedures, and opportunities in entrepreneurship. It will cover such topics as: the challenge of entrepreneurship, the entrepreneurial journey, launching a business and sources of funding. It will briefly cover the global aspects of entrepreneurship.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course is designed to teach managers how to communicate the values, mission, and goals of the organization (More)

This course is designed to teach managers how to communicate the values, mission, and goals of the organization to create an environment that encourages motivation on the part of employees. Students learn motivational techniques and presentation skills required to be an effective business leader. Topics also include handling conflict, managing changes, and dealing effectively with stress. Emphasis is on the process of developing presentation materials, planning presentations, and using the latest communication technology with which to deliver professional, compelling presentations.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This class explores the basic theories and principles of communicating information and concepts. (More)

This class explores the basic theories and principles of communicating information and concepts. Emphasis is on techniques and methods, with attention given to identifying audiences, using public relations tools, planning public relations programs and campaigns, promoting favorable relations with various segments of the public, and dealing with problem solving. The effective use of public information, publicity, and advertising is covered.
This course is cross-listed. This course is not open to students who are currently enrolled in or have successfully completed BA 157 or JAMS 157 with a grade of "C" or higher.
Transfer Credit: CSU
C-ID: JOUR 150 (Less)

This course presents the essential knowledge and skills students need to make effective contributions (More)

This course presents the essential knowledge and skills students need to make effective contributions and to have an immediate impact on the accomplishment of projects in which they are involved. It is for everyone involved in projects, not just project managers, in order to succeed in interdisciplinary and cross-functional teams. This course provides the foundation students need to be effective members of project teams and, thereby, boost everyone's potential to rise to the challenge of managing teams and projects.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the concepts, issues, and practices that comprise (More)

This course is designed to introduce the student to the concepts, issues, and practices that comprise the core of organizational leadership from a business and global perspective. It describes the core leadership theories, analyzes them in terms of business success, and examines leadership as it unfolds in the workplace. The various styles of leadership are identified, and the methods of developing, or improving, the student's own leadership skills are discussed.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course explores women's leadership, management, communication styles, and the vision and values (More)

This course explores women's leadership, management, communication styles, and the vision and values women leaders bring to an effective environment in business. It is about balancing work/life and managing drive, ambition, adversity, commitment, networking, and achievement. It examines strategies for developing and encouraging skills that enable and allow women leaders and managers to succeed.
This course is cross-listed. This course is not open to students who are currently enrolled in or have successfully completed BA 208 or WGS 208 with a grade of "C" or higher.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)

This course is designed to acquaint the student with concepts of entrepreneurial innovation including (More)

This course is designed to acquaint the student with concepts of entrepreneurial innovation including the importance of innovation in broad business context. Topics will include sources of innovation, exploiting networks, creating new ventures and managing innovation and entrepreneurship within an organization.
Transfer Credit: CSU (Less)