Business

BMGR 410 18 Hours Elements of Supervision

Provides instruction in communication, problem solving, team building and leadership. Designed for managers in both public and nonprofit organizations. (Apportionment)

BMGR 412 18 Hours Management Skills I

This course provides an overview of the functions of the management process and its practical applications in a business environment. The course focuses on the planning process and organizing skills, including decision-making, strategic planning, delegating and staffing. Students will learn management principles that provide basic guidelines for supervisory decisions and actions. (Apportionment)

BMGR 415 18 Hours Written Communication-Business

Provides extensive hands-on experience with all types of written business communications including letters, resumes, cover letters, memos, and reports. (Apportionment)

BMGR 417 18 Hours Effective Business Presentations

This course provides instruction and practice in business presentation skills. Students will learn techniques to enhance their ability to speak before any size group with more confidence and communicate their message effectively. Students are encouraged to participate in a video tape exercise for their own assessment of strengths and weaknesses. (Apportionment)

BMGR 421 18 Hours Successful Negotiations

This course is designed to plan and achieve business objectives and effect change through effective negotiating tactics and strategies, discover the art of persuasion in an ethical, empathetic, and assertive way, and develop confidence to influence and overcome psychological barriers and biases to achieve better outcomes. (Apportionment)

BMGR 423 18 Hours Introduction to Employment Law

This course introduces the legal system, court structure, and laws governing the employer-employee relationship. It defines the employee status and common contracts, and examines unlawful practices by an employer, obligations of an employee, the principles of non-discrimination, harassment, labor laws, and the time limit to bring actions are also discussed. (Apportionment)

BMGR 430 18 Hours Marketing Principles

Introduces the student to the marketing principles of product, price, distribution and promotion in support of goods and services. The course will focus on real world application and current business case studies. The student will learn to apply marketing skills in the development of a marketing plan. (Apportionment)

BMGR 431 18 Hours Finance for the Non-Financial Manager

This course introduces students to the basics of business finance for the non-financial manager. Financial statements will be covered along with discussions on sales and expenses, assets and liabilities, budgeting and planning, and financial analysis. (Apportionment)

BMGR 452 18 Hours Understanding Business Contracts

This course is an overview of basic contract principles and explores the meaning and effect of common contracts clauses. Topics covered include the different types of contracts, defenses available to the enforcement of a contract, subsequent remedies for the breach of a contract, and alternatives in the absence of a contract. (Apportionment)

BMGR 610 18 Hours Management Skills II

This course focuses on developing management skills in working with individuals and teams to promote productivity, quality and innovation. Topics include employee performance appraisal, performance management, work groups, and the control process for keeping people, plans and programs on track. (Apportionment)

BUSA 100 36 Hours Accounting Fundamentals for Bookkeepers

Accounting fundamentals covers foundational topics, such as accounting for purchases, analyzing business transactions, and how accounting acts as the language of business. Upon completion students will understand the basics of accounting fundamentals in preparation for the bookkeeping certification exam. (Apportionment)

BUSA 101 36 Hours Accounting Principles for Bookkeepers

Prerequisite BUSA 100 Accounting Fundamentals for Bookkeepers. This course covers accounting for partnerships, long-term bonds, and the statement of cash flows, among other pieces of vital bookkeeping knowledge. The course prepares students for part two of the certification exam - Accounting Principles. (Apportionment)

BUSA 102 36 Hours Payroll Fundamentals for Bookkeepers

Prerequisite BUSA 100 Accounting Fundamentals for Bookkeepers. Payroll fundamentals covers foundational topics, such as accounting for computing wages, social security, taxes, withholdings, and analyzing and journalizing payroll transactions. Upon completion students will understand the basics of payroll fundamentals in preparation for the bookkeeping certification exam. (Apportionment)

CCTR 100 36-200 Hours Business/Computer Skills Lab

Enjoy free, flexible scheduling for a variety of courses: Office Keyboarding, Data Entry, 10-Key, Typing/Keyboarding for Speed and Accuracy, Windows XP, MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint), Intro to Internet and World Wide Web, internet access and free email! (Apportionment)

COMP 100 36 Hours Computers - Introduction

Designed for those who know nothing or very little about computers. Builds computer technology understanding, makes one a better consumer of computers and products, and explores operation systems, software and hardware. Provides foundation for other SCE computer classes. (Apportionment)

COMP 510 30 Hours Computer Keyboarding, Mastery I

Prerequisite(s): The student must be able to key 35 net words per minute (nwpm) timed writing or have completed COMP 685 Computer Keyboarding - Beginning with a pass grade.

The first of two keyboarding courses designed to increase keying speed and accuracy to employment levels of 50+ nwpm. (Apportionment)

COMP 511 30 Hours Computer Keyboarding Mastery II

Prerequisite(s): The student must have completed COMP 510 Computer Keyboarding - Mastery I with a pass grade.

The second of two keyboarding courses designed to increase and maintain keying speed and accuracy to employment levels of 50+ net words per minute (nwpm). (Apportionment)

COMP 650 36 Hours Quickbooks Fundamentals for Financial Office Applications

Teaches students the basics of using the QuickBooks software to develop customized financial application for business. The course covers special techniques for reducing data entry time, eliminating errors and getting consistent results. Upon completion students will understand the basics of QuickBooks to simplify financial tasks. (Apportionment)

COMP 685 36 Hours Computer Keyboarding - Beginning

Stop hunting and pecking at the keyboard with this short course. Learn the keyboard layout to build speed and accuracy. Course covers proper technique at the computer keyboard as well as 10-key keyboarding. Textbook Required. (Apportionment)

ENTR 100 54 Hours Entrepreneurship, Introduction

Entrepreneurship introduces students to the basics of starting up a business, including identifying business opportunities, understanding the components of a business plan, structuring the business, and financial considerations. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to use basic business terminology, explain the components of a business plan, and identify possible business structures. (Apportionment)

ENTR 105 45 Hours Marketing, Introduction

Marketing, Introduction covers foundational topics, such as planning your marketing strategy, creating content, understanding, engaging, and retaining consumers. Upon completion students will understand the basics of marketing from concept to optimization. (Apportionment)

ENTR 115 45 Hours Business Law Essentials

Business Law Essentials is an overview of the American legal system designed to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of business law for the purpose of observing the application of legal principles in business activity. This course provides the student with a working knowledge of the legal framework within which formal business organizations must operate. (Apportionment)

HRMA 100 72 Hours Human Resources, Introduction

This course will introduce students to the human resource environment. It focuses on basic human resource management, creating equal opportunities, analyzing jobs, and creating job descriptions. (Apportionment)

HRMA 105 72 Hours Employee Relations

This class with address working with collective bargaining units, labor and employee relations, and global human resource management. (Apportionment)

HRMA 110 72 Hours Compensation

This class with cover employee compensation by establishing a pay structure, recognizing employee contributions with pay, and providing employee benefits. (Apportionment)

HRMA 115 72 Hours Assessing and Improving Performance

This class addresses assessing performance of employees and building programs to help improve employee performance and satisfaction. (Apportionment)

HRMA 120 108 Hours Talent Acquisition and Development

This course focuses processes and concepts of attracting, recruiting, hiring, retaining and developing quality talent for organizational need. (Apportionment)

MS 104 36 Hours Windows Operating Systems, Introduction

Learn the newest Windows operating system; includes desktop and file management, security, adding hardware and software, personalizing Windows, making connections and communicating with other people. (Apportionment)

MS 105 36 Hours Microsoft Excel, Introduction

Advisory: COMP 100 Computers, Introduction MS 104 Windows Operating Systems, Introduction or equivalent.

Provides a basic working knowledge of this popular spreadsheet program. Covers topics such as formulas, functions, and charting. (Apportionment)

MS 106 36 Hours Microsoft Access, Introduction

Advisory: COMP 100 Computers, Introduction, MS 104 Windows Operating Systems, Introduction or equivalent.

Design databases using this popular software package. Includes creating tables, forms, reports and labels. Textbook Required. (Apportionment)

MS 107 36 Hours Microsoft Access, Intermediate

Advisory: MS 106 Microsoft Access - Introduction.

Learn how to build and modify advanced tables, forms and reports. Develop proficiency in use of encrypting database files, defining relationships and defining queries. Text/disk required. Recommended proficiency in: Introduction to Computers, Introduction to Windows, Introduction to Access or equivalent. (Apportionment)

MS 119 36 Hours Microsoft PowerPoint, Introduction

Advisory: Knowledge of Windows.

Learn how to create on-screen presentations using text, graphics, sound effects and movies. (Apportionment)

MS 134 36 Hours Microsoft Word, Intermediate

Advisory: COMP 100 Computer - Introduction, MS 104 Window Operating Systems - Introduction, MS 144 Microsoft Word - Introduction or equivalent.

This continuing course covers features such as mail merging, styles and templates, large documents and WordArt. Textbook purchase may be required at first class. (Apportionment)

MS 144 36 Hours Microsoft Word, Introduction

Advisory: Introduction to Computers, Introduction to Windows or equivalent.

Provides a basic working knowledge of Word. Covers topics such as formatting with fonts, paragraph alignment, indents, margins, inserting clip art bullets and numbering, columns and tables. (Apportionment)

MS 160 36 Hours Microsoft Office, Overview

Advisory: Knowledge of Windows and keyboarding.

Learn the basics of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access in one class. Topics include document formatting, working with graphics, basic formulas, queries and reports. This class serves as a foundation for other MS Office Courses. (Apportionment)

OTEC 091 12 Hours Computer Basics

Designed for those who know nothing or very little about computers. Builds computer technology understanding, makes one a better consumer of computers and products, and explores operation systems, software and hardware. Provides foundation for other NOCE computer course. (Apportionment)

OTEC 092 12 Hours Software Essentials

Learn the beginning basics of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Access in one class. This class serves as a foundation for OTEC courses. (Apportionment)

OTEC 093 Computer Essentials

Designed for those who know nothing or very little about computers. Builds computer technology understanding, makes one a better consumer of computers and products, and explores operation systems, software and hardware. Provides foundation for other NOCE computer courses. (Apportionment)

OTEC 100 24 Hours Office Essentials

A course that prepares students for an entry-level position in an office. Includes units on the office environment, becoming a professional, work ethics, and several elements of customer service. Textbook Required. (Apportionment)

OTEC 105 12 Hours Microsoft Outlook Fundamentals

This course introduces students to Microsoft Outlook. Students will learn how to organize and manage emails, schedule appointments, create and manage task and contact records, and customize Outlook. (Apportionment)

OTEC 110 24 Hours Business Math for Office Technology

Provides coverage of personal and business-related mathematics as well as reviewing the basic operations of arithmetic. (Apportionment)

OTEC 111 18 Hours Customer Relation Management (CRM), Introduction

This course introduces students to customer relationship management (CRM) and its application in marketing, service, and sales. Topics will include CRM strategies aligned with business processes with using people, technology, and knowledge. The use of CRM to optimize acquisitions, customer growth and retention, gain a competitive advantage, and maximize profit. (Apportionment)

OTEC 200 20 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications II A

Advisory: OTEC 200 is designed for individuals wanting to learn/enhance specific skills.

If you are interested in the Business Information Worker certificate, OTEC 211 Computer Concepts and Applications III is recommended. This course is designed for students who wish to focus on specific areas within the Computer Concepts and Applications II. Part II A introduces students to fundamental workforce skills on the Internet, digital ethics and awareness, cloud computing and Windows. (Apportionment)

OTEC 201 20 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications II B

Advisory: OTEC 201 is designed for individuals wanting to learn/enhance specific skills.

If you are interested in the Business Information Worker certificate, OTEC 211 Computer Concepts and Applications II is recommended. This course is designed for students who wish to focus on specific areas within the Computer Concepts and Applications II. Part II B introduces students to Microsoft Word. (Apportionment)

OTEC 202 20 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications II C

Advisory: OTEC 202 is designed for individuals wanting to learn/enhance specific skills.

If you are interested in the Business Information Worker certificate, OTEC 211 Computer Concepts and Applications II is recommended. This course is designed for students who wish to focus on specific areas within the Computer Concepts and Applications II. Part II C introduces students to fundamental workforce skills in Microsoft Excel. (Apportionment)

OTEC 205 18 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications III A

Advisory: OTEC 205 is designed for individuals wanting to learn/enhance specific skills.

If you are interested in the Business Information Worker certificate, OTEC 212 Computer Concepts and Applications III is recommended. This course serves as a foundation for working in the office environment and focuses on the entry level skills students need to succeed in the workplace. Part III A introduces students to fundamental workforce skills in Microsoft Access. The course will help prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and IC3 Digital Literacy certifications. (Apportionment)

OTEC 206 18 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications III B

Advisory: OTEC 206 is designed for individuals wanting to learn/enhance specific skills; If you are interested in the Business Information Worker certificate, OTEC 212 Computer Concepts and Applications III is recommended.

This course serves as a foundation for working in the office environment and focuses on the entry level skills students need to succeed in the workplace. Part III B introduces students to fundamental workforce skills in Microsoft PowerPoint. The course series will help prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and IC3 Digital Literacy certifications. (Apportionment)

OTEC 210 36 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications I

This is the first course in a series of three courses that serves as a foundation for working in the office environment and focuses on the entry level skills students need to succeed in the workforce. Part I introduces students to fundamental workforce skills in computers and information processing; hardware; system software; networks, security, and privacy; troubleshooting and maintenance; and application software. The course series will help prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and IC3 Digital Literacy certifications. Textbook Requirement. (Apportionment)

OTEC 211 60 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications II

Prerequisite(s): OTEC 210 Computer Concepts and Applications I and COMP 685 Beginning Keyboarding or Pass the Keyboarding Challenge Exam at a rate of 35 net words a minute with five or fewer errors per minute on a 5-minute timed writing.

This is the second course in a series of three courses that serves as a foundation for working in the office environment and focuses on the entry level skills students need to succeed in the workforce. Part II introduces students to fundamental workforce skills in the internet, digital ethics and awareness, cloud computing, Windows, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. The course series will help prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and IC3 Digital Literacy certifications. (Apportionment)

OTEC 212 36 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications III

Prerequisite(s): OTEC 211 Computer Concepts and Applications II.

This is the third course in a series of three courses that serves as a foundation for working in the office environment and focuses on the entry level skills students need to succeed in the workforce. Part III builds on the foundations learned in parts I and II and introduces students to fundamental workforce skills in Microsoft Access and Microsoft PowerPoint. The course series will help prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and IC3 Digital Literacy certifications. (Apportionment)

OTEC 215 96 Hours Computer Concepts and Applications IBEST

This course introduces fundamental workforce skills in computers and information processing, hardware, system software; networks, security, and privacy; troubleshooting and maintenance; application software; the Internet, digital ethics and awareness, cloud computing, Windows, Microsoft Word and Excel. It also prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and IC3 Digital Literacy certifications. (Apportionment)

OTEC 216 Windows and Word for Business

Recommended Preparation: Basic keyboarding skills This course introduces students to fundamental workforce skills necessary to succeed in an office environment: Windows operating system and Microsoft Word. This is the first of three courses (OTEC 216, 217, 218) and prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. (Apportionment)

OTEC 217 Excel for Business

Advisory: Completion of OTEC 216 Windows and Word for Business.

This is the second course in a series of three courses (OTEC 216, 217, 218) that serves as a foundation for working in the office environment and focuses on the entry level skills students need to succeed in the workforce. Part II introduces students to fundamental workforce skills in Microsoft Excel. The course series will also help prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and IC3 Digital Literacy certifications. (Apportionment)

OTEC 218 36 Hours Databases and Presentations for Business

Prerequisite(s): OTEC 211 Computer Concepts and Applications II or OTEC 215 Computer Concepts and Applications IBEST or OTEC 216 Windows and Word for Business and OTEC 217 Excel for Business.

This is the third course in a series of three courses (OTEC 216, OTEC 217, and OTEC 218) that serves as a foundation for working in the office environment and focuses on the entry level skills students need to succeed in the workforce. Part III introduces students to fundamental workforce skills in using a database and presentations. The course series also helps prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and IC3 Digital Literacy certifications. (Apportionment)

OTEC 225 36 Hours MS Office Integrated Projects

Prerequisite(s): OTEC 211 Computer Concepts and Applications II, and OTEC 212 Computer Concepts and Applications III or OTEC 215 Computer Concepts and Applications IBEST or OTEC 216 Windows and Word for Business, OTEC 217 Excel for Business and OTEC 218 Databases and Presentations for Business.

This course is designed to apply knowledge and skills gained from Computer Concepts and Applications II and III to the business environment by giving students the opportunity to work in real world simulations. This is the capstone course for those students completing the Administrative Professional certificate program. (Apportionment)

OTEC 230 45-54 Hours Electronic Records Management

Prerequisite(s): OTEC 100 Office Essentials.

This course introduces the fundamentals of traditional and electronic records and information management. Topics include the principles of records and information management (RIM) such as the roles within the RIM environment, the selection of filing systems and the major types of indexing (alphabetic, subject, numeric, and geographic filing systems) along with the selection of systems, equipment, and supplies; design, control, and maintenance of inactive records will be identified. (Apportionment)

OTEC 301 Digital Literacy Preparation

One of four courses that prepares learners for the IC3 Digital Literacy Certification exam. This course not only validates a learners' ability to do more than simply consume technology, it enables them to comprehend the possibilities and form the foundational set of skills necessary to support our modern digital economy. This course covers Level 1 certification: foundational understanding of computer hardware, software, operating systems, peripherals, and troubleshooting. (Apportionment)

WFPR 100 18-180 Hours Career Skills and Resource Lab

Free, flexible scheduling to complete and receive help on homework and training on computer, industry related and employability skills. (Apportionment)

WFPR 101 36 Hours Virtual Career Skills and Resource Lab

Lab designed for online students to have access to seminars, assistance, and resources related to Career Technical Education and/or employment skills. (Apportionment)