Business Administration
-Public Administration Track
Curriculum Description
Business Administration
Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration, Finance, Government & Public Administration, and Marketing
Pathway: Business Administration
Program Major Business Administration
Pathway 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.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Associate in Applied Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Public Administration.
The Public Administration track prepares students for entry into management positions in state/local governments and not-for-profit organizations, provides education for current government employees, and informs citizens of governmental functions.
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 NEW
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NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Even, Online
POS Approved: Fall 2015
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting  |
3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry  |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 151 | Intro to Public Admin NEW VERSION 2015 | 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 |
(2) | (2) | (0) | (3) |
| CIS 111 | Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT 110 OR |
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT 143 | Quantitative Literacy |
(2) | (2) | (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTS 130 | Spreadsheet | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 251 | Public Finance & Budgeting NEW VERSION 2015 | 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 |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ECO 251 OR |
Prin of Microeconomics |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ECO 252 | Prin of Macroeconomics |
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 |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Totals
Class Hours: 11
Lab/Shop Hours: 2
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 12
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 153 | Human Resource Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing NEW VERSION 2015 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Business Elective | ** | ** | ** | 1 |
Totals
Class Hours: 6
Lab/Shop Hours: 0
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 7
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business NEW VERSION 2015 |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 115 | Business Law I NEW VERSION 2015 |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management NEW VERSION 2015 |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 252 | Public Policy Analysis NEW VERSION 2015 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM 120 OR |
Intro Interpersonal Com |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| COM 231 OR |
Public Speaking |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ENG 112 OR |
Writing/Research in the Disc |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ENG 114 OR |
Prof Research & Reporting |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ENG 115 | Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Totals
Class Hours: 15
Lab/Shop Hours: 0
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 15
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 260 | Business Communication | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MKT 228 | Service Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 152 | Ethics in Government NEW VERSION 2015 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 253 | Intro to Urban Planning | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective |
** | ** | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 12
Lab/Shop Hours: 0
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 15
Total Credit Hours: 64
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 credit hour: ACC 121, BUS 125, BUS 225, BUS 255, BUS 270, CTS 230, INT 115, MKT 223, PAD 254, PMT 111, WBL 111
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
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
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