General Studies and General Elective Courses

The following courses are 4-credit courses

* denotes General Studies courses

ART6201 Topics in Western Art History (ART) *

Major artistic styles are surveyed from prehistory to the present. Works are studied within the context of the particular historical environment in which they were produced. Students analyze and interpret their technical, formal and expressive characteristics and assess their value as evidence of cultural attitudes.

LANG6101 Spanish for Health Care Professionals

This course is designed for health care providers who need to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients and co-workers as part of their daily work. This is a language immersion course for students with little or no previous knowledge of Spanish.

BIOL6101 Biological Concepts of Health and Disease (HEA) *

Determinants of health and disease, including coronary and respiratory disease, infectious disease, immune disorders, genetic disease and cancer are explored. Students gain an understanding of the biology of selected major diseases, the basis of diagnosis or treatment, and the basic functioning of healthy organ systems.

BIOL6103 Human Nutrition (HN) *

Students learn the roles of nutrients in body functioning, nutritional requirements of individuals and populations and the vital role of nutrition in health. Food intakes and habits, as well as food safety, food processing, consumerism and current nutritional issues, including world food concerns and malnutrition are discussed. Through learning nutrition, students understand the scientific method and how to think critically about biological issues.

ECON6105 Money, Banking and the Economy (MBE)

The history, purpose and function of money and banking are explored in today's competitive environment. Students examine commercial banking, the Federal Reserve System, the capital markets and interest rates and their effect on prices, income and employment. Emphasis is on the development and implementation of monetary policy and its relationship to fiscal policy. Prerequisites: ECON6101 and ECON6103

ECON6107 Economic History of the Western World (EH)

With a major emphasis on capitalism and its history in the 19th and 20th centuries, this course examines the significant events and social upheavals that have led to changes in the conduct of commerce, including the Industrial Revolution, the growth of unions, the role of government in the market and the prospects for further change in the 21st century. Emphasis is on understanding economics as an evolving social system for the production and distribution of goods and services. Prerequisites: ECON6101 and ECON6103

ECON6111 Government and the Nation's Economy (GNE)

This intermediate-level course in macroeconomic theory provides the student with an in-depth look at the options facing government policy makers in influencing economic activity. Analyzing government's motives and obligations for intervention in the marketplace, students will learn how government effectively implements economic policy and the costs and benefits associated with an active national economic policy. Government's domestic role and the performance of the macroeconomy are explored for their impact on the global economy and world trade. Prerequisites: ECON6101 and ECON6103

ECON6113 Managerial Economics (ME)

This intermediate-level course in microeconomic theory provides the student with an in-depth look at the application of microeconomic analysis to the decision making process. The theory of consumer behavior and the production and cost decisions of the individual firm are analyzed. Special emphasis is placed upon understanding decision-making techniques under uncertainty and risk, and the influence of monopolistic elements in the formation of executive business policy. Prerequisites: ECON6101 and ECON6103

ENGL6201 English Composition (ENG) *

This course presumes a reasonable competency in basic writing skills, including paragraph and sentence structure, grammar, and mechanics. Students concentrate on critical, analytical and argumentative essays, as well as effective business communications of varying lengths.

ENGL6203 Writing for Professionals (WRT)

Students with the opportunity to sharpen the writing and editing skills necessary for success in today's work environment. The focus is on the most common types of writing required of the business professional, including memos, letters, formal and informal reports, résumés, and cover letters. In addition to revising their own work, students will also engage in collaborative activities designed to provide practice in reviewing and offering feedback to other writers.

ENGL6205 Introduction to Literature

This course introduces students to two basic genres of literature: the short story and poetry. Students will learn and utilize terminology commonly used in analyzing and discussing literary texts. This learning, along with the ability to read closely and place a reading within a context, will be exhibited in class discussions, in classroom activities, in producing four short papers, and in satisfactory performance on an in-class test.

EXP6103 Experiential Learning and Assessment (EXP)

Students assess their learning background, evaluate it with college level learning, and create a Prior Learning Portfolio. The Portfolio can be submitted to the College in petition for academic credit for learning gained through work experience, life experience, and/or independent study. Theories of adult learning and learning styles are explored. Prerequisite: ENGL6201

HIST6111 Survey of Western Civilization I

With a focus on the development of Western civilization from its beginnings in the ancient Near East through its flowering in the Middle Ages, students examine the political and military, social and economic, and intellectual and religious contributions of various civilizations that contributed to the Western heritage. Major topics include the nature of historical inquiry and the formation of civilization, the ancient empires and nations of the Near East, Greek and Hellenistic civilization, Rome, and the forging of Western civilization in the Middle Ages. The course provides students with an understanding of the major issues of human history and the forging of a unique and specifically Western civilization.

HIST6113 Survey of Western Civilization II (CIV) *

This course traces the evolution of modern Western civilization. Emphasis is placed on those events and institutions that have had a decisive influence on modern Western culture. Major themes include absolutism, the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, the great wars of the 20th century, and the ideologies of the modern world.

MGMT6115 Project Management

Much managerial work is actually project work. Project management provides students with experience using planning tools to track and achieve successful project outcomes, on time and on budget. Techniques for cost estimation, risk analysis, project team effectiveness and contract management will be studied.

MGMT7129 Financial Markets (FM)

Students survey financial markets, securities and institutions, including the bond, mortgage and equity markets. Investment principles, market behavior and investment strategies are explored. In addition, the course examines the use of alternative investment vehicles in an investment portfolio, including futures and options, floating rate securities and other more specialized derivative securities. The institutional features of the major markets and their role in facilitating the issue of new securities and their subsequent ownership transfer is examined. Prerequisite: MGMT7109

PHIL6101 Problems of Philosophy (PHI)*

This course introduces some of the fundamental problems concerning the nature of reality, knowledge, God, the individual, others and society. Students will study major philosophers of various historical periods.

RELIG6110 Religion: The Human Search for Meaning (HSM) *

The study of religion as a way of creating order and meaning in life and of interpreting and understanding the human experience. This course explores the significance of religious symbolism, language and ritual, as well as sacred stories and texts, and discusses both the personal and communal/ social nature and implications of religious faith systems. Students are encouraged to bring their own "search for meaning" into dialogue with the course materials.

RELIG6111 Introduction to World Religions (IWR) *

Basic introduction to the academic study of World Religions, the course focuses on beliefs, doctrines, ethics, spirituality and ritual as they are experienced and practiced in some of the major world religious traditions. In addition, students will consider the ways in which the traditions studied both influence and are influenced by their historical and contemporary cultures and contexts.

SPCH6101 Speech Communication (SPE)*

Effective public and professional presentations are critical to managerial success. The fundamentals of communication provide a practical base as students improve their skill and confidence in these areas.

Lower Division Business/Management Courses

ECON6103 Macroeconomics (MAC)

Macroeconomics emphasizes an analysis of the economy as a whole while introducing principles of economics. Topics covered include the analysis of the Gross Domestic Product and its cyclical variability, the analysis of inflation, unemployment and government monetary and fiscal policies designed to foster economic growth and stability.

ECON6101 Microeconomics (MIC)

Microeconomics analyzes individual economic units as it introduces supply/demand analysis and its applications, the theory of consumer behavior, production costs, price and output determination, and the efficient allocation of resources.

MGMT6101 Principles of Accounting I (AC1)

Students learn basic accounting principles and procedures for sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations.

MGMT6102 Principles of Accounting II (AC2)

A continuation of Accounting I, this course emphasizes accounting procedures unique to corporations. Prerequisite: MGMT6101

MGMT6105 Principles of Marketing (MKT)

Marketing emphasizes relationships with the buyers of goods and services. Upon completion of the course, students have an understanding of marketing concepts, marketing functions and the relationship of marketing to other business disciplines.

MGMT6107 Management (MGT)

This course examines managerial principles through study of the fundamental functions of management. Recent developments and their effect upon management and management techniques are discussed.

MGMT6109 Introduction to Computers (CS)

Fundamental concepts in the use of computers and practical applications of software are examined. The course focuses on word processing using Microsoft Word, spreadsheets using Excel business graphics, and an introduction to the Internet.

MATH6117 Introduction to Statistics (STA)

Students will gain the background necessary to be a "competent consumer" of statistical results, variables and sampling. Probability and analysis of results will be included. Knowledge of Algebra is needed to be successful in this course.

Upper Division Business/Management Courses

MGMT7105 Ethical Decision Making (EDM)

Various philosophical and social/psychological decision systems are examined that can be used to resolve ethical problems that arise in management. MGMT7107 Human Resource Management (HRM) Students analyze the nature and challenge of personnel management, the organization of a work force, creating a favorable work environment and management/labor relations. Prerequisite: MGMT6107

MGMT7109 Corporate Financial Management (CFM)

The administrative and managerial problems of financing business are analyzed, including sources of fixed capital, expansion, cash management, portfolio management, distribution of earnings and reorganizations. Prerequisite: MGMT6101 and MGMT6102

MGMT7111 Management Information Systems (MIS)

A strategic and managerial approach is key to meeting the information needs of a company. Management information systems will be examined in terms of both physical and logical components.

MGMT7113 Organizational Behavior (OB)

This course focuses on organizational environment and behavior concepts, human resources and system ideas, motivating employees, job satisfaction, leadership, managing change, communication and group processes, and employee counseling. Prerequisite: MGMT6107

MGMT7115 Business Law (LAW)

Students are introduced to business law and the American legal system, with major emphasis on legal contracts.

MGMT7117 Gender Issues in Organizations (GEN)

Gender issues in organizations, including the changing roles of men and women in the workforce and effective management of a diverse workforce are examined.

MGMT7119 International Management (INT)

The application of fundamental management concepts, functions, and processes to the strategies and structure of modern international business activities is critical for firm competitiveness and national economic performance. Prerequisite: MGMT6107

MGMT7121 Introduction to Business Research (RES)

Students explore straightforward methods for handling research proposals, developing data-gathering instruments, and understanding research design. Prerequisite: MATH6117

MGMT7123 Business Policy (POL)

The formulation and administration of analytical tools for coordinating technological, financial, economic, marketing, geographic and human constraints is key for effective strategic management. This is a capstone class and should be taken at the end of the program. Prerequisites: Completion of all lower division and all other upper division courses. Permission of Academic Advisor is required.