Courses
Major Courses
Lower Division Requirements
ACC250 Principles of Accounting I
An introduction to financial accounting, involving its basic structure, the accounting cycles for service and merchandising enterprises, assets, liabilities, and accounting systems. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
ACC250-A Browning, Julianna |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 252 |
ACC250-B Browning, Julianna |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 252 |
ACC250-D Kaminski, Ellen Elizabeth |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 253 |
ACC250-C Browning, Julianna |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | CBU Virtual SYNC |
ACC250-A Browning, Julianna |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 252 |
BUS101 Introduction to Business
Introduces students to various business disciplines, provides an overview of each functions role in an organization and explores the various career opportunities available within each of these disciplines. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
BUS101-E Vanderslice, Gaynell |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | BUS 202 |
BUS101-C Alderson, Keanon J. |
09/07/2021 | W | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS 203 |
BUS101-A Alderson, Keanon J. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 202 |
BUS101-B Alderson, Keanon J. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 202 |
BUS101-B Alderson, Keanon J. |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | BUS |
BUS101-A Alderson, Keanon J. |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 124 |
BUS217 Microeconomics
This course studies economic behavior at the individual level. Topics include decision-making processes of households and firms, supply and demand, elasticity, and marginal analysis. Market structure and public policy are examined to evaluate their impact on economic welfare and the allocation of scarce resources. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
BUS217-A Namvar, Bob |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 251 |
BUS217-E Wendee, Paul Michael |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 250 |
BUS217-C Namvar, Bob |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM | BUS 202 |
BUS217-B Namvar, Bob |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | BUS 202 |
BUS217-B Namvar, Bob |
01/10/2022 | M | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | BUS |
BUS217-A Namvar, Bob |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 203 |
BUS237 Management Based on Bibl Prin
In this course students learn to identify and apply effective management and leadership behaviors based on principles found in the Bible. This course will equip each student with skills in making biblically-informed choices in realistic business scenarios. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
BUS237-A Devlin, April Marie |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Health Science Campus L240 |
BUS237-D Winter, Natalie A |
09/07/2021 | T | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | BUS ONLN |
BUS237-B Alderson, Keanon J. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | BUS 202 |
BUS237-C Winter, Natalie A |
09/07/2021 | Th | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS ONLN |
BUS237-B Winter, Natalie A |
01/10/2022 | Th | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
BUS237-A Winter, Natalie A |
01/10/2022 | T | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
CIS270 Business IT Application
This course will develop essential math and computer skills necessary to support the student's integration into the business program. Students will be introduced to the Microsoft Office suite application packages: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. In addition, they will reinforce essential math skills that support upper division requirements and integrate with computer software applications. Students will be expected to demonstrate integration of the math and software skills by the end of the course. Prerequisite: MAT 115 or STA 144. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
CIS270-A Gramling, Timothy S. |
09/07/2021 | W | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | James Complex 367 |
CIS270-C Mc Connell-Freeman, Christy Lee |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | BUS 209 |
CIS270-A Borden, Carnell |
01/10/2022 | M | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS 209 |
CIS270-B Borden, Carnell |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | BUS 209 |
Upper Division Requirements
BUS303 Business Finance
This course provides an introduction to the principles of financial management. It includes an overview of financial management, financial analysis and control, capital investment decisions, raising funds and cost of capital, sources of long-term funds and cash management principles. Prerequisites: ACC 250 or 350, and CIS 270. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
BUS303-B Harrison, Adele L. |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM | BUS 250 |
BUS303-A Harrison, Adele L. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 250 |
BUS303-B Harrison, Adele L. |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM | BUS |
BUS303-A Wendee, Paul Michael |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 251 |
BUS334 International Business
An introduction to international business which will expose students to major international business issues, including international trade, cultures, economics, marketing and communication issues of multinational corporations. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
BUS334-A Weniger, Marc |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 251 |
BUS334-B Weniger, Marc |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 204 |
BUS334-A Weniger, Marc |
01/10/2022 | W | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS |
BUS334-B Weniger, Marc |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | BUS |
BUS358 Business Law
This course covers the law of sales, employment, contracts, negotiable instruments, agency and partnerships, corporations, insurance, real and personal property, estates, and bankruptcy. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
BUS358-B Bishop, Jim |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 250 |
BUS358-A Bishop, Jim |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 251 |
BUS358-B Bishop, Jim |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 252 |
BUS358-A Bishop, Jim |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 104 |
BUS485 Business Policy and Strategy
This is an integrative study of senior management functions using advanced case analysis, focusing on general management and decision making. Topics include setting objectives; implementing, supporting, and controlling organization-wide policies; developing strategies to achieve objectives; setting standards for measuring performance; evaluating and reformulating policies in response to change; fulfilling leadership responsibilities. Prerequisites: BUS 303, 463, and MKT 333 or ENT 462. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
BUS485-A Herrity, Andrew C. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 251 |
BUS485-B Herrity, Andrew C. |
09/07/2021 | M | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS 202 |
BUS485-B Herrity, Andrew C. |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | BUS 251 |
BUS485-A Herrity, Andrew C. |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS 250 |
ENT357 Small Business Management
This is a practice-oriented course covering major facets of small business with special focus on starting, financing, marketing, operating, and leading the people in a small business. Special emphasis is given to entrepreneurship and small business development. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
ENT357-A Herrity, Andrew C. |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM | BUS 251 |
ENT357-C Winter, Natalie A |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | BUS 204 |
ENT357-B Gouveia, Nolan M. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 203 |
ENT357-B Winter, Natalie A |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | BUS 202 |
ENT357-A Herrity, Andrew C. |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 202 |
ENT442 Opportunity and the Lean Startup
Students learn to recognize the difference between ideas and opportunities for the purpose of evaluating the likely commercial success of business concepts and ideas, using Lean Startup theory and experiments. The course is also suitable for non-business majors to learn how to evaluate an idea in their field or discipline as a potential entrepreneurial opportunity. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
ENT442-A Gouveia, Nolan M. |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 251 |
ENT442-A Gouveia, Nolan M. |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM | BUS 250 |
ENT462 Entrepreneurial Bhvr and Ldrship
An examination of theory and practice regarding behavior and leadership in organizations that leads to excellent job performance with particular focus on entrepreneurs, entrepreneurial leaders, and job performance in entrepreneurial organizations. (3 units; Fall, odd years)
ENT462-A Gouveia, Nolan M. |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 202 |
MKT333 Principles of Marketing
A study of the marketing functions, channels of distribution, selling, advertising, distribution, and marketing management for both retail and industrial businesses. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
MKT333-A Ortiz, Mandy H. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 204 |
MKT333-C Ortiz, Mandy H. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 123 |
MKT333-B Winter, Natalie A |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 204 |
MKT333-A Ortiz, Mandy H. |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 202 |
MKT333-B Gouveia, Nolan M. |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 203 |
MKT333-C Winter, Natalie A |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Yeager Center A111 |
Upper Division Elective Requirement
Complete 3 additional upper division units from the following:
BUS374 Entrepreneurial Finance
An overview of financial principles as they apply to the entrepreneurial environment. Topics covered include an introduction to the financial environment for entrepreneurs, development of business & financial plans, organizing and financing a new venture, measuring and evaluating financial performance, obtaining financing, creating value, and structuring for growth. Additional topics will be included as applicable to the entrepreneurial environment. Prerequisite: BUS 303. (3 units; As offered)
BUS374-A Gouveia, Nolan M. |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | BUS 250 |
ENT362 Social Entrepreneurship
This course defines and explores the growing practice of social entrepreneurship and its impact here in the United States and around the world. The focus is on applying business skills and knowledge in a way that creates social change. (3 units; Spring, even years)
ENT362-A Gouveia, Nolan M. |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS |
Concentrations (18-21 units)
Students must complete all requirements for a second major, a minor, or one of the following concentrations:
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- Business
- Family Business Management
Business (21 units)
BUS218 Macroeconomics
This course offers a common sense approach to economics, covering basic economic laws and how they apply to our world and everyday life. The course focuses on the overall economy and economic theories that offer explanations for its fluctuations and changes. Also, the course is designed to give the student a sufficient grounding in the terminology, basic concepts, and issues of economics to stimulate interest in further study and provide background in business. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
BUS218-A Namvar, Bob |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 202 |
BUS218-B Namvar, Bob |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 204 |
BUS218-A Namvar, Bob |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 204 |
BUS343 Human Resource Management
This is a survey of the principles and practices involved in supervising employees and administering personnel programs. It includes the study of human resource planning; recruitment; selection; training and development; and compensation and benefits. (3 units; Spring & OPS)
BUS343-A Board, Afarah |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS |
BUS356 Business Communication
This course emphasizes individual, interpersonal and intercultural communication concepts. Special emphasis is placed on the various functions of communication concepts in a business environment. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
BUS356-A Vanderslice, Gaynell |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 252 |
BUS356-B Vanderslice, Gaynell |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 252 |
BUS356-C Devlin, April Marie |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | BUS 253 |
BUS356-B Vanderslice, Gaynell |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS |
BUS356-A Vanderslice, Gaynell |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 250 |
BUS464 Family Business Management
The study of the unique issues faced by family owned and operated businesses. Theoretical foundations, differences between family and non-family firms, generational differences, succession, estate planning, family meetings, conflict management strategies, and boards of directors will be discussed. (3 units; Spring, odd years)
BUS464-A Alderson, Keanon J. |
01/10/2022 | M | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS 204 |
MKT353 Integrated Marketing Communicatn
This course examines the best practices companies use to perform integrated marketing communications (IMC). IMC includes advertising, sales promotion, direct marketing, personal selling, public relations, customer segmentation and selection, branding, and building customer relationships. Integration of these functions is essential to the success of the marketing strategy of the organization. Prerequisite: MKT 333. (3 units; Fall & OPS)
MKT353-A Ortiz, Mandy H. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | BUS 106 |
MKT353-A Ortiz, Mandy H. |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS |
Complete one of the following courses:
BUS491 Internship in Business
Under faculty supervision, the student will be assigned to a business or non-profit organization in an emphasis area (Business Technology, Marketing, Management). This is an opportunity for field experience in applying business principles. May be repeated for a total of six (6 units) Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean of the School of Business. (1-3 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)
MKT491 Marketing Internship
Under faculty supervision, the student will work with an outside organization in the field of marketing. Prerequisites: MKT 333 and permission of the Dean of the School of Business. (1-3 units; Fall/Spring/Summer)
Complete 3 additional units from the following:
ACC251 Principles of Accounting II
This course has an emphasis on managerial accounting involved with corporations, control accounting, and decision making. Prerequisite: ACC 250. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
ACC251-A Browning, Julianna |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 252 |
ACC251-C Browning, Julianna |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | BUS 251 |
ACC251-B Browning, Julianna |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS 251 |
BUS315 Business Statistics
This course includes the assembling and presentation of statistical data, probability distributions, sampling techniques, and statistical analysis. A project with practical problem solving is required. Prerequisites: CIS 270, and MAT 115, 123 or higher or STA 144. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
BUS315-B Borden, Carnell |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM | CBU Virtual SYNC |
BUS315-A Borden, Carnell |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 209 |
BUS315-A Girju, Marina Magdalena |
01/10/2022 | W | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS 209 |
BUS315-B Girju, Marina Magdalena |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 209 |
BUS463 Business and Organizational Mgmt
This course is the study of management theories and the functional concepts of leadership, planning, and decision making. Special emphasis is placed on quality issues, globalism, diversity, ethics, productivity, motivation, skill development, and human resource management. An emphasis on integrating biblical principles and leadership will also be studied. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)
BUS463-A Vanderslice, Gaynell |
09/07/2021 | W | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS 250 |
BUS463-B Herrity, Andrew C. |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 104 |
BUS463-A Vanderslice, Gaynell |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 250 |
BUS463-B Herrity, Andrew C. |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM | BUS 251 |
Family Business Management (18 units)
BUS356 Business Communication
This course emphasizes individual, interpersonal and intercultural communication concepts. Special emphasis is placed on the various functions of communication concepts in a business environment. (3 units; Fall/Spring)
BUS356-A Vanderslice, Gaynell |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | BUS 252 |
BUS356-B Vanderslice, Gaynell |
09/07/2021 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | BUS 252 |
BUS356-C Devlin, April Marie |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | BUS 253 |
BUS356-B Vanderslice, Gaynell |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | BUS |
BUS356-A Vanderslice, Gaynell |
01/10/2022 | TTh | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | BUS 250 |
BUS464 Family Business Management
The study of the unique issues faced by family owned and operated businesses. Theoretical foundations, differences between family and non-family firms, generational differences, succession, estate planning, family meetings, conflict management strategies, and boards of directors will be discussed. (3 units; Spring, odd years)
BUS464-A Alderson, Keanon J. |
01/10/2022 | M | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS 204 |
LDR430 Decision Making and Leadership
This course explores various biases, common heuristics, and social dynamics that often lead to faulty decisions and evaluates strategies and tactics to safe guard the decision making process so as to enhance the probability of implementing good decisions. Students will also study the creative process and models for making wise decisions that optimize personal and collective outcomes. (3 units; Spring, even years, & OPS)
LDR430-A STAFF, STAFF |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | BUS |
LDR470 Group and Leadership
Effective groups and teams are critical in modern organizations, yet there are often dysfunctional dynamics and processes within the group. This course will provide the student with fundamental concepts relating to group dynamics, group decision making, and interpersonal conflict. Special attention will be paid to diversity in this class. Students will gain a better understanding of dynamics of group interaction in professional and social settings. Understanding the dynamics of small group interaction and having an understanding of some of the techniques for solving conflict and improving communication toward future benefits. This course will provide the platform necessary for the student to engage in accurate communication of ideas which can influence other behavior. (3 units; Fall, even years, & OPS)
MKT443 Personal Selling and Sales Mgmnt
An introduction to the profession of personal selling and sales management. The choice of sales and sales management as a career will be discussed. Topics of interest include: Strategically planning each sales call within a larger account strategy, making the sales call, strengthening communications, responding helpfully to objections, obtaining commitment, and building partnerships. Sales force planning, organizing, management, territory development, selection, compensation, sales force effectiveness, and performance will also be analyzed and discussed. Prerequisite: MKT 333. (3 units; Spring, odd years)
MKT443-A Alderson, Keanon J. |
01/10/2022 | W | 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM | BUS |
Complete three (3) additional units from the following:
MKT353 Integrated Marketing Communicatn
This course examines the best practices companies use to perform integrated marketing communications (IMC). IMC includes advertising, sales promotion, direct marketing, personal selling, public relations, customer segmentation and selection, branding, and building customer relationships. Integration of these functions is essential to the success of the marketing strategy of the organization. Prerequisite: MKT 333. (3 units; Fall & OPS)
MKT353-A Ortiz, Mandy H. |
09/07/2021 | MWF | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | BUS 106 |
MKT353-A Ortiz, Mandy H. |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | BUS |
MKT363 Social Media and Content Mrktng
Students will learn how to use social media and content marketing to communicate an organization's message and engage with customers. Additionally, students will learn how to manage an organization's social media presence. Prerequisite: MKT 333. (3 units; Spring, odd years)
MKT363-A Devlin, April Marie |
01/10/2022 | MWF | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | BUS 202 |