2012 Catalog PDF - Feather River College

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BUS 123 FINANCIAL MANAGEMeNT FOR 2 UNITS
HOURS: 2 LEC ENTREPRENEURS CSU
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will understand the importance and impact of funding sources
of r their entrepreneurial venture. This will be accomplished by reviewing the impact of venture capital in every phase
of the business venture from idea to exit including planning, teambuilding, identifying funding sources, raising
money, and writing funding proposals. Student will learn basic accounting concepts and apply this to management
decisions. Cash flow management and budgeting skills will be emphasized.
BUS 124 PREPARING EFFECTIVE 1.5 UNITS
HOURS: 1.5 leC BUSINESS PLANS CSU
Students will develop an effective business plan for a new entrepreneurial venture. Students will plan and map
out how to execute a new venture. In addition to writing the plan, students will learn techniques in developing a
persuasive sales pitch and visual presentation of their plans to present to potential funding sources. The plans will
reflect the viability of the prospective venture. This is a project-based class, and the prerequisites of ENTRE 101, ENTRE
102, and ENTRE 103 are required in order to complete the class.
BUS 130 SMall BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 leC
CSU
For owners and managers of small businesses. Analysis of personal qualifications, forms of ownership, sources of
information, financing, planning, legal issues, record keeping, advertising, marketing, insurance, promotion, credit,
and current aids to successful management.
BUS 132 BOOKKEEPING 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 leC
CSU
Analysis of financial transactions so that they can be recorded in the accounting records of a business in accordance
with the rules of double-entry bookkeeping. The accounting cycle is covered to include adjusting entries, the
expanded worksheet, and the preparation of financial statements. Not open to students who have completed
principles of accounting 102 with a ‘C’ or better.
BUS 140 MARKETING 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 leC
CSU
A study of the role and function of marketing in the distribution of goods and services to familiarize students with
marketing policies and practices and integration of marketing activities. This course contains global, international
and multi-cultural material interspersed throughout the classroom curriculum.
BUS 142 ADVERTISING 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 leC
CSU
The study of advertising media and methods as sales promotional tools in marketing activities, including, but not
limited to, such areas as the production and evaluation of advertisements and advertising media. This course contains
global, international and multi-cultural material interspersed throughout the classroom curriculum.
BUS 162 COMPUTER LITERACY I 1.5 UNITS
HOURS: 27 leC
CSU
An introduction to microcomputers using current operating system environments. Designed for individuals
interested in an overview of computers, hardware, and software. Topics include, but are not limited to history,
components, examples of microcomputers, principles of software and program demonstration, and hands-on
practice with available computers, software programs and the Internet. Upgrade skills with new and/or different
software; students who have completed BUS 160 (formerly CA100.IBM) prior to Fall 1995 may take this course. Note:
Basic proficiency in typing is recommended for success.
General Education/Core Class Identification
The transfer requirements satisfied by FRC courses for California four-year universities or University of Nevada, Reno are
indicated below the unit value of each course. The IGETC pattern applies to both the California State University (CSU) and
University of California (UC) systems, as well as the University of Nevada, Reno. The letters in parentheses indicate any General
Education (GE) Breadth area also satisfied. Please refer to the CSU and IGETC transfer patterns (pgs. 66-69) or meet with
an academic advisor for clarification.
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