BUS219 - Team Building and Conflict Resolution
Effective interpersonal skills are essential for professionals as they communicate, collaborate, and negotiate with other individuals and groups within and outside an organization. Successful learners develop the professional interpersonal, facilitation, negotiation, conflict management, and dispute resolution skills necessary for success in today’s complex business environments. This complexity includes elements such as the workforce’s social, cultural, and economic diversity in domestic and global environments. Learners apply these skills in a series of scenarios related to personnel, team, contractual, procedural, change, and other stakeholder concerns.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 131 Principles of Management
BUS225 - Principles of Human Resource Management
This course provides an overview of key human resource management (HRM) functions in business organizations. Students will explore topics such as recruitment, selection, training and development, compensation, performance management, and labor relations. The course emphasizes legal and ethical considerations, workplace diversity, and the strategic role of HR in business success. By the end of the course, students will understand the fundamental principles of HRM and how they contribute to organizational effectiveness.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 131 Principles of Management
BUS226 - Principles of Marketing
This is a course in which the main functions, institutions, and marketing concepts are studied. This course provides students with an understanding of the marketing function. Topic areas include the traditional areas of product, price, promotion, and placement—plus the growth of ethnic marketing and marketing ethics. Case studies are used to relate lecture topics to the real business world.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): None
BUS231 - Business Law
This course examines the contemporary legal environment as it relates to business. The topics covered are the origins of law and the legal system, business ethics and social responsibility, contracts, agency relationships, and the Uniform Commercial Code.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): None
BUS239 - Principles of Finance
This course explores the concepts of financial management in all types of organizations. Students are introduced to understanding and analyzing financial statements, the management of cash flow, the idea of financial risk and return, the importance of the time value of money, the concept of organizational budgeting and capital structure, and the cost of capital.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 211 Financial Accounting and BUS 256 Microeconomics
BUS247 - Principles of Macro-Economics
This course provides students with an overview of macroeconomics including exploring fundamental economic concepts and economic systems. Students will be exposed to the concepts of income formation, the fluctuations in economic systems, money, banking, and fiscal policies. Additionally, students will study the theory of economic growth and development, comparative economic systems, and economic stabilization policies.
Credit Hours: Lecture – 0, Lab – 3, Credits – 3
BUS256 - Microeconomics
This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of microeconomics, focusing on the behavior of individuals, households, and firms in various market structures. Topics include supply and demand, price determination, elasticity, consumer choice, production and cost analysis, and the role of government in a market economy. Students will explore how economic decisions are made at the micro level and their impact on resource allocation and market efficiency.
Credit Hours: Lecture-3, Lab-0, Credits-3
Prerequisite(s): None
BUS257 - Macroeconomics
This course provides students with an overview of macroeconomics, including exploring fundamental economic concepts and economic systems. Students will be exposed to the concepts of income formation, the fluctuations in economic systems, money, banking, and fiscal policies. Additionally, students will study the theory of economic growth and development, comparative economic systems, and financial stabilization policies.
Credit Hours: Lecture-3, Lab-0, Credits-3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 256 Principles of Microeconomics
BUS300 - Business Data Analytics
Whether an inventory, nursing, quality, human resources manager, or a professional in another field, knowing what information is needed to make a decision and how to analyze that information is critical. Learners explore methods to determine what information is needed and the types and sources required for different decisions encountered in their major field of study. Using pre-selected or researched qualitative and quantitative data sources relevant to their areas, learners select appropriate data, apply qualitative and quantitative analytics, and interpret the initial results. Microsoft Excel and Word are required for this course.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): MTH207 (Statistics)
BUS305 - Business Plan Preparation
A solid business plan is needed to launch a new business, operate a current organization, or expand operations. Students will study and create and fully integrated business plan. Areas covered include product or service overview, establishing and defining goals, market and situational analysis, strategy and implementation, financial plan and forecasting, and organization and management team.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): CAPSTONE COURSE—MUST BE TAKEN AT END OF PROGRAM
BUS308 - Operational Risk Management
Risk management is a definitive strategy for mitigating or reducing operational risk. Learners examine operational risk management principles and practices from the perspectives of service and manufacturing operations, differentiating them from those of quality management. Learners evaluate and apply models and methods for identifying, analyzing, measuring, and managing risks in simulated scenarios. In addition, learners assess best practices for integrating operational risk management and quality management processes, procedures, and controls. Credit Hours: Lecture-3, Lab-0, Credits-3 Prerequisite(s): MTH207
BUS327 - Organizational Behavior
This advanced course explores the complex dynamics of individual, group, and organizational behavior within diverse business environments. Emphasizing evidence-based management and applied theory, students analyze topics such as motivation, leadership styles, organizational culture, decision-making, team dynamics, and conflict resolution. Through case studies and real-world applications, students evaluate behavioral challenges and develop strategies to improve organizational effectiveness.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 131 Principles of Management and BUS 225 Principles of Human Resource Management
BUS335 - International Business
This advanced course examines the challenges and opportunities businesses face in the global marketplace. Students explore international trade theories, global economic environments, foreign direct investment, cross-cultural management, and international marketing and finance. Emphasis is placed on understanding how cultural, legal, political, and economic differences affect business strategy and operations across borders. Case studies and real-world examples prepare students to navigate complex global business issues and make informed decisions in an international context.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 131 Principles of Management
BUS337 - Business Strategy
This advanced course integrates key concepts from management, marketing, finance, and operations to examine how organizations develop and implement effective business strategies. Students engage in strategic analysis, competitive positioning, and decision-making using real-world case studies and simulations. Emphasis is placed on aligning strategy with organizational capabilities, industry dynamics, and global market forces. The course fosters critical thinking and problem-solving as students assess internal and external environments to formulate and evaluate comprehensive strategic plans.
Credit Hours: Lecture-3, Lab-0, Credits-3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 131 Principles of Management and BUS 212 Managerial Accounting
BUS339 - Entrepreneurship and New Ventures
This advanced course explores the process of launching and managing successful new ventures. Students learn to identify opportunities, assess market potential, acquire funding, and develop sustainable business models. Through case analysis and hands-on projects, students craft a comprehensive business plan that integrates strategy, marketing, operations, and financial planning. Emphasis is placed on innovation, risk analysis, and the execution of entrepreneurial ideas in competitive environments.
Credit Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3
Prerequisite(s): BUS 131 Principles of Management and BUS 212 Managerial Accounting