2010-11 Course Catalog - Century College

7 Course Descriptionsmicroeconomics. Topics include economicinstitutions and tools and techniques ofeconomic analysis, as they relate to thebusiness community. Current economic issuesand the impact of economic decisions uponindividual and aggregate business activity areanalyzed. This course does not fulfill Goal 5 ofthe MNTC curriculum or AA degree.Restriction: May not be taken for credit ifcredit has been earned in ECON 1021.Independent StudyBMGT 1790 1 - 3 CreditsThis variable-credit elective course emphasizesthe student’s independent search for advancedknowledge as well as additional hands-onskills beyond business management programofferings. The student and instructor will devisea formal plan of study to satisfy credit workloadrequirements within a one semester timeframe.Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and dean.Management FundamentalsBMGT 2030 3 CreditsThis course is a study of the foundations,principles, and functions of management.The emphasis is on planning, organizing,staffing, leading, and controlling resourcesin organizations. Managerial strategiesand decision models are analyzed, whichcontributes to the development andimprovement of managerial skills andexpertise.Prerequisite: BMGT 1020.Human Relations in BusinessBMGT 2035 3 CreditsThis course covers the creation andmaintenance of well-managed workingrelationships in all types of organizations. Thecourse includes a comprehensive discussionof the background and basis for humanrelations. Three core human relations skillsare developed-motivation, leadership andcommunication. Additional aspects of humanbehavior in the work environment are exploredincluding team building, the human/technologyinterface, and managing change.Human Resources ManagementBMGT 2040 3 CreditsThis course is a study of the importance ofhuman resource management in contributingto the achievement of organizationalobjectives. Topics include the principlefunctions performed in human resourcemanagement such as planning andrecruitment, training and career development,compensation and security, productive workenvironments, and employee-managementrelations. Students study leaders who havecontributed to the field as well as the variousregulations, laws, events, and forces that havean impact upon it.Legal Environment of BusinessBMGT 2051 3 CreditsThis course is a study of the principles, rules,and logic of business law and its relationto the social, economic, and moral forcesunderlying justice in our society. It provides anoverview of the legal system including basiclaws, contracts, constitutional law, and tortlaw.Business CommunicationsBMGT 2060 3 CreditsThis course covers the theory and processesof business communication. It concentrateson building skills and strategies used bybusiness professionals including etiquette,interviewing, small and large group meetings,oral presentations, as well as businesscorrespondence. This course examinesnonverbal, intercultural, technological, andethical aspects of business communications.Students develop employment search skill forcareer entry or advancement.Prerequisite: ENGL 1021.Business FinanceBMGT 2090 3 CreditsThis course is a study of financial managementfrom the perspective of finance executives,employees, shareholders, and creditors.Students engage in problem solving activitiesrelated to financial analysis and forecasting,leverage analysis, current asset managementand short-term financing, time value of money,capital budgeting, and long-term equity anddebt financing.Prerequisite: ACCT 1010 or ACCT 2020 orequivalent.International BusinessBMGT 2095 3 CreditsThis course is a study of the key concepts andissues involved in the conduct of internationalbusiness. Topics will include an examinationof international economics and politics,comparative management styles and methods,international marketing and finance, businesstransactions in the major trading regions ofthe world, and ethical and cultural issuesinvolved in international business.Special TopicsBMGT 2790 1 - 3 CreditsA course in which one of a variety ofcontemporary topics of interest would beselected as the focus for study. The specifictopic will be announced in advance, andpublished at the time of registration.Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and dean.Career StudiesCareer Exploration and PlanningCRRS 1005 1 CreditThis course guides students in the generalexploration of appropriate career andeducational options. Through assessmentof interests, personality, skills, and values,students will examine themselves and exploretheir personal, career, and educational goals.Restriction: Cannot be taken for credit ifcredit has been received for CRRS 1010.Career and Life PlanningCRRS 1010 2 CreditsThis course guides students through thelifelong career exploration and decisionmakingprocess, using various careerplanning strategies and resources. It includesan examination of individual strengths,personality types, interests, values, andskills. Student will explore the world of work,examine educational options, and establishspecific goals. The course presents processesfor determining what gives meaning tostudents’ lives and integrating the work rolewith other life roles.Prerequisite: Assessment score placementin RDNG 0090 or above, or completion ofRDNG 0080 with a grade of “C” or higher.Restriction: Cannot be taken for credit ifcredit has been received for CRRS 1005.114 Century College 2010-2011