MGMT 1003 - Introduction to Business

Description
Introduction to Business is a survey course designed to expose students to the many functions of modern business. This course instructs students how these functions exist in a changing society and the types of decisions which must be made within that environment.

Pre-Requisite
NONE

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer

ACTS Equivalent
BUSI1013 (ACTS Business) - Introduction to Business

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Students completing this course will:

Analyze the role of business in society, the primary functions within a business, and external forces that affect business activities.
Distinguish among forms of business ownership.
Explain the institutions and markets that comprise the financial system and explain how they impact the economy and money supply.
Explain the importance of business ethics and corporate social responsibility.
Describe the primary functions, responsibilities, and skills of effective leadership and management.

General Education Outcomes Supported
N/A

Standard Practices
Topics list

Business environments
Financial markets and systems
Role of entrepreneurship in business
Motivating employees
Teamwork and communication
Managing Processes
Marketing function and marketing mix
Human resource management
Accounting and finance

Learning activities

May include some or all of the following: Tests, quizzes, projects, reports, papers, and/or online homework and/or class participation.

This course requires additional work that may need to be completed out of class or in a virtual or on-campus lab.

Assessments

Exams, current event reports, homework assignments, quizzes, and essays.

Grading guidelines

A = 90-100
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = 59 & below