BUS& 101 - Introduction to Business

5.0 Credits
An introduction to business history, concepts, principles, and operations. Examines the relationship among business, government and society. Covers concepts from a variety of disciplines, including economics, marketing, accounting, finance, management and global business. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Examine and discuss how businesses operate within the political, cultural, social, technological, economic, natural and legal environments. [REASON]
Define and analyze contemporary business terms and concepts. [REASON]
Demonstrate effective critical thinking by analyzing current business issues and recommending effective responses. [REASON]
Assess current events to identify and analyze business practices and theories in action. [REASON]
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the relationship between the past and the present. [REASON]
Describe and discuss fundamental business principles in writing. [COMMUNICATE]