Business Administration
Curriculum Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy.
Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making.
Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25120 REVISED
NC CIP: 52.0201
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POS Approved: Fall 2014
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business REVISED REQUISITE  |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 115 | Business Law I REVISED REQUISITE |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 110 OR |
Introduction to Computers REVISED REQUISITE |
(2) | (2) | (0) | (3) |
| CIS 111 | Basic PC Literacy REVISED REQUISITE | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry NEW VERSION 2014  |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Natural Science/Mathematics Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 10
Lab/Shop Hours: 2
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 14
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting REVISED REQUISITE |
3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| BUS 116 | Business Law II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management REVISED REQUISITE |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 114 | Prof Research & Reporting |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| INT 110 | International Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 15
Lab/Shop Hours: 2
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 16
Summer Term
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM 120 OR |
Intro Interpersonal Com REVISED REQUISITE |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| COM 231 OR |
Public Speaking REVISED REQUISITE |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ENG 115 | Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECO 151 OR |
Survey of Economics REVISED REQUISITE |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ECO 251 OR |
Prin of Microeconomics REVISED REQUISITE |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ECO 252 | Prin of Macroeconomics REVISED REQUISITE |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ ___ | Business Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 6
Lab/Shop Hours: 0
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 9
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 121 | Prin of Managerial Accounting |
3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| ACC 150 | Accounting Software Appl | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| CTS 130 | Spreadsheet | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSY 118 OR |
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 150 | General Psychology REVISED REQUISITE |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Totals
Class Hours: 12
Lab/Shop Hours: 6
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 15
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 129 | Individual Income Taxes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 239 | Bus Applications Seminar | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective |
** | ** | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 125 OR |
Personal Finance REVISED REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| BUS 225 | Business Finance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 255 OR |
Org Behavior in Business REVISED REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| BUS 270 OR |
Professional Development REVISED REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| PMT 110 | Intro To Project Mgmt | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 11
Lab/Shop Hours: 6
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 17
Total Credit Hours: 71
Legend
- : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
- : Local Requirement
- : Instructional Service Agreement
- : Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
- : Global Distinction
- : Requisite(s)
Additional Information
Business Electives — Select one: ACC 225, BAF 143, BUS 139, BUS 153, BUS 230, BUS 240, INT 115, MKT 223, WBL 111 or WEB 110
Other Major Hours Electives 1 — Select one: BUS 255, BUS 270, PMT 110
Other Major Hours Electives 2 — Select one: BUS 125, BUS 217, BUS 225, BUS 234, BUS 257
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ENG 131, ENG 273, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110.
Natural Science/Mathematics Elective - Select one course: MAT 110 or MAT 143
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
A25120 REVISED
