BSAD 1000 - Introduction to Business

4.5 Credits

Students learn core concepts and common practices in the business environment. Practical learning experiences examine the challenges and opportunities in today’s business organizations. Students develop a portfolio in the exploration of business careers and academic planning. Topics include business ownership, ethics and social responsibility, entrepreneurship, marketing, management, human resources, legal and regulatory environment, economics, global business, operations, accounting, and finance.

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Compare and contrast small and large businesses’ roles, relationships, and effects on society and the environment.
Assess local, national, and global regulatory and competitive environments and develop operational strategies.
Compare start-up and growth strategies for the management of human, financial, and operational resources.

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