BUSN 199 - Orientation to Business

2 Credits

This course is an exploration of the wide range of careers and opportunities possible in business. The educational requirements for both four-year business programs and two-year business programs will be discussed. Students will analyze the interests and skills necessary for success in the business world. This course should be taken in the first or second quarter of a student’s business pathway.

Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day, Online
Spring Day, Online

Designed to Serve This course is designed for students at the beginning of their college career who are pursuing a certificate, AAS or Associate of Business transfer degree in the business program, or any other students interested in business, entrepreneurship, and international business.
Active Date 20220330T15:32:47

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 35
Contact Hours: Lecture 22
Total Contact Hours 22
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Introduction to business career and disciplines
Introduction of students to each other and their student network
2-year degree pathways and 4-year degree pathways to business degree
Discussion focusing on success in business mathematics and accounting
Hands-on business challenges
Guest speakers: 4- year institutions
Guest speakers: Industry professionals

Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate effective networking skills across a variety of situational contexts (classmates/instructors/visiting professionals).

Effectively select an academic path (2-year pathway or 4-year business degree) to reach future professional business goals.

Identify the fundamental business disciplines, including accounting, business technology, economics, finance, management, marketing, and human resource management.