Courses

OA215AS – Advanced Spreadsheet

Advanced spreadsheet financial functions and analytical tools will be applied to business and financial situations.

Accomplished: Studied different excel functions and used them to create functioning graphics.

BA431 – Human Resources Management

This course presents a modern examination of the principles, policies and problems of manpower management. It addresses the areas of recruitment, placement, compensation and motivation, appraisal and development and the legal environment surrounding the staffing function.

Accomplished: Learned about the importance of connection and efficiency of internal affairs.

BA341 – Organizational Communication

Principles of communication applied to the organizational context. Topics covered include information flow, organizational structure, leadership styles related to communication, interviewing and communication problems within organizations.

Accomplished: Prepared a change in business proposal, created a personal and professional website, and studied changes in communication.

BA473 – Market Research

This course presents market research as a key function of business, comparing various research methods and industry practices. This course is focused on the market research process, including problem definition; research design; data collection methods; data analysis; and interpretation, presentation and application of results.

Accomplished: Engaged in investigation of effective research and strategies depending on industry and time period.

OA215 – Business Software Applications

Each of these software application topics will be taught in seven-week modules. Emphasis is placed on practical applications. Students in areas outside of business are encouraged to elect modules that may be of interest. Students earn credit for software applications by demonstrating proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint via examination.

Accomplished: Familiarized with projects via Microsoft platforms.

BA311 – Salesmanship

This course is designed to present salesmanship as a basic human activity. Emphasis is given to the presentation of the selling process and the fundamentals of good salesmanship. Salesmanship includes the personal and economic aspects of selling, program promotion and psychological steps involved in making the sale.

Accomplished: Calculated effective ways to communicate via sales calls/meetings.

BA213 – Social Media

This course introduces students to the theory and practical application of social media for marketing, journalistic reporting and public relations professionals.

Accomplished: Participated in social media simulation, creating and evaluating content such as organic, paid, and influencer posts.