BUS 2000 I1 Introduction to Business (SP09)

A survey of the fundamentals of business organization, operations, finance, and management designed to help the student determine aptitudes and interests in business by exposure to a broad spectrum of today’s business world plus an effective review of management history and use of effective human relations in business.

BUS 2000I2 Intro to Business (Sp09)

A survey of the fundamentals of business organization, operations, finance, and management designed to help the student determine aptitudes and interests in business by exposure to a broad spectrum of today’s business world plus an effective review of management history and use of effective human relations in business.

BUS3010I2 Marketing (Sp09)

An introduction to marketing and to the development of marketing strategy, including product, price, promotion, and place in today’s business world.

This course is designed to provide instruction and practice in business and professional communication practices. Elements of the course bring to light, communication situations and techniques for addressing those circumstances with effective communication. Skill development in the use of a variety of tools, particularly, speaking and writing will occur in the context of simulated work situations.

BUS 3061 I1 Business Law

An analysis of the legal and ethical environment of business, the effects of legislation and regulation on business activity, and the role of law and ethics in the decision-making process.

BUS 4540 I1 Performance Management & Evaluation

Students will learn models for developing performance evaluation processes including developing organizational strategies and objectives, setting standards, performance measurement, reward systems, appraisal biases, promotions, and discussing performance with employees.  Students will gain the knowledge necessary for conducting performance reviews with positive and corrective outcomes, as well as a basic understanding of how to advise line managers in this process.  Legal and ethical issues as they relate to area are also included. 

PAD4600I1 Emergency Response Administration (Sp09)

This course will acquaint students with the field of emergency response, including history, current developments, and the environment and practice of public  management in an emergency response situation. It will provide a look at the theoretical and operational perspectives that distinguish emergency response from other public functions.