BUS 1210 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course provides the student with an overview of the business environment with attention being focused on business careers, business ownership and organization, management, marketing, and finance. Completion of a research paper or special project may be required.

BUS 1220 APPLIED BUSINESS COMPUTATIONS: 3 sem hrs cr
This is a comprehensive study of the business applications of mathematical principles. Topics covered include business statistics, international finance, payroll, insurance, taxes, markups/markdowns, inventory control, depreciation, financial statements, and the mathematics of finance (simple and compound interest, annuities, stocks, and bonds). This course may not be used to meet the general education mathematics requirement in the University Parallel major. Prerequisite: Documented eligibility for collegiate level mathematics or permission of the Dean of Career Education and Workforce Development.

BUS 1300 PERSONAL MONEY MANAGEMENT: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is designed to present areas in the personal or family financial cycle which affect every adult. Subject areas include financial and personal records, personal budgeting, financial services, consumer credit, insurance, Social Security, investments, housing, tax management, retirement and estate planning.

BUS 2010 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a survey of the major issues associated with doing business internationally. Included is a study of international organizational structures and managerial processes and the cultural, political, economic, competitive, and technological environments of global business. Prerequisite: BUS 1210 or permission of the Dean of Career Education and Workforce Development.

BUS 2220 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of the principles of effective written and oral business communications. Emphasis is placed on the composition and formatting of business correspondence including good/routine news, bad news, and persuasive messages. All documents must be typewritten. Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 and BIT 1150.

BUS 2410 BUSINESS STATISTICS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course examines basic statistical theories, concepts, methods and techniques, and their applications in business. Topics include data presentation, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability and probability distributions, sampling methods, sampling distributions, point and interval estimation, and hypothesis testing. Prerequisite: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics. (Formerly QMA 2410)

BUS 2500 HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is the study of the organization, functions, and administration of a human resources management department. Topics covered include personnel recruitment, selection, training, placement, and promotion; employee compensation and benefits; employee performance appraisal; and the laws affecting the human resources function. Prerequisite: BUS 1210 or permission of the Dean of Career Education and Workforce Development.

BUS 2550 STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE PRACTICUM: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of the free enterprise system. The course develops organizational leadership, human relations, creative problem-solving, report writing, teamwork and communications skills through the students' practice and teaching of free enterprise principles. (This course is specifically intended for students participating in the MSCC chapter of Students in Free Enterprise; however, the course is open to any student desiring to learn more about the free enterprise system.)

BUS 2610 LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of the legal and regulatory environment of business. Topics covered include the nature of legal systems; business ethics; the impact of the Constitution on business; basic law of torts and contracts; business crimes; international business transactions; and the legislative, judicial, and administrative control of business through the laws affecting employment, labor, antitrust, consumer and debtor protection, environmental protection, corporate financing and securities regulation.

BUS 2710 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of the management functions of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. Special emphasis is placed on the evolution of managerial thought, organizational behavior, managerial ethics, and social responsibilities. Case-study methodology is used to emphasize the applicability of material covered. Prerequisite: BUS 1210 or permission of the Dean of Career Education and Workforce Development.

BUS 2750 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of the techniques of organizing and operating a small business. A broad range of topics is discussed relating to all aspects of small business management. Case-study methodology is used to emphasize the applicability of material covered.

BUS 2810 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of the fundamentals of marketing. Topics to be covered include the functions, principles, processes, institutions, and trends concerning the distribution of consumer and industrial goods and services. Case-study methodology is used to stimulate inquiry and to emphasize the applicability of the material covered. (Formerly MKT 281)

BUS 2910 CAREER DEVELOPMENT: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a detailed study of the methods for successful entry into work organizations and continued success after employment. Emphasis is placed on job search methods; evaluation of employment opportunities; preparation of the application blank, application letter, and resume; interviewing techniques; work skills and attitudes; and other topics related to the successful pursuit of a career. It is recommended that this course be taken in the semester prior to graduation.

BUS 2990 TOPICS IN BUSINESS: 1-5 sem hrs cr
Selected topics in business is a specially designed course for students interested in pursuing specific study projects under the supervision of a discipline instructor and approved by an advisor, the course instructor, and the Dean of Career Education and Workforce Development. No more than six semester hours in topics courses may be used in meeting minimum degree requirements.