Cape Fear Community College

 

BUSINESS: Course Descriptions


 

BUS 115 - Business Law I
This course introduces the ethics and legal framework of business. Emphasis is placed on contracts, negotiable instruments, Uniform Commercial Code, and the working of the court systems. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical issues and laws covered to selected business decision-making situations.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: Proficiency in reading or a grade of "C" or better in ENG 095.

 

BUS 121 - Business Math
This course covers fundamental mathematical operations and their application to business problems. Topics include payroll, pricing, interest and discount, commission, taxes, and other pertinent uses of mathematics in the field of business. Upon completion, students should be able to apply mathematical concepts to business.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 2.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: None.

 

BUS 125 - Personal Finance
This course provides a study of individual and family financial decisions. Emphasis is placed on building useful skills in buying, managing finances, increasing resources, and coping with current economic conditions. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a personal financial plan.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: None.

 

BUS 137 - Principles of Management
This course is designed to be an overview of the major functions of management. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating. Upon completion, students should be able to work as contributing members of a team utilizing these functions of management.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: Proficiency in reading or a grade of “C” or better in ENG 095.

 

BUS 217 - Employment Law and Regulations
This course introduces the principle laws and regulations affecting public and private organizations and their employees or prospective employees. Topics include fair employment practices, EEO, affirmative action, and employee rights and protections. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate organization policy for compliance and assure that decisions are not contrary to law.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: None.

 

BUS 225 - Business Finance
This course provides an overview of business financial management. Emphasis is placed on financial statement analysis, time value of money, management of cash flow, risk and return, and sources of financing. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply the principles of financial management.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 2.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: ACC 120.

 

BUS 230 - Small Business Management
This course introduces the challenges of entrepreneurship including the startup and operation of a small business. Topics include market research techniques, feasibility studies, site analysis, financing alternatives, and managerial decision making. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a small business plan.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: Proficiency in reading or a grade of “C” or better in ENG 095.

 

BUS 239 - Business Applications Seminar
This course is designed as a capstone course for Business Administration majors. Emphasis is placed on decision making in the areas of management, marketing, production, purchasing, and finance. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the techniques, processes, and vital professional skills needed in the work place.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 1, Lab 2.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 2.
  • Prerequisites: ACC 120, BUS 115, BUS 137, MKT 120, and either ECO 151, 251 or 252.

 

BUS 240 - Business Ethics
This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues that face the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justice and fairness, ethical standards, and moral development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of their moral responsibilities and obligations as members of the workforce and society.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: None.

 

BUS 270 - Professional Development
This course provides basic knowledge of self-improvement techniques as related to success in the professional world. Topics include positive human relations, job-seeking skills, and projecting positive self-image. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competent personal and professional skills necessary to get and keep a job.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 3.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 3.
  • Prerequisite: None.
BUS 280 - REAL Small Business
This course introduces hands-on techniques and procedures for planning and opening a small business, including the personal qualities needed for entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on market research, finance, time management, and day-to-day activities of owning/operating a small business. Upon completion, students should be able to write and implement a viable business plan and seek funding.
  • Course Hours Per Week: Class 4.
  • Semester Hours Credit: 4.
  • Prerequisite: None.