ACC107 Financial Accounting I                                                                                  

Students taking Financial Accounting I will be involved in accounting theory and its applications. In addition, there will be an in-depth study of the nature of assets and liabilities such as: cash, receivables, short-term investments, inventories, plant & equipment, intangibles and the preparation of financial statements. During the semester, emphasis will be placed on journal entries, posting, preparation of month-end financial statements as well as closing and adjusting entries.

BUS103 Introduction to Business Ventures                                                              

This course allows students to explore a variety of industries of interest to them.  The structure of the organizations, competitive activity, consumer attitudes as well as the job functions needed to make each successful will be examined.  Students will engage in group discussions regarding the importance of the industry to the consumer and the economy.  Students will complete this introductory course with a broad knowledge that can be streamlined to a specific industry in courses that follow.

OFT115 Computers and Technology                                                                          

This is an introductory course, which will provide students with an overview of business technologies.  The course will introduce basic computer concepts, software, internet, and emerging technologies.  Students will examine the latest business technologies and the impact that new emerging technologies will have on the business world. Students will receive hands on experience in file management, word processing, spreadsheets, and using the Internet for research.

GEN125 English Composition I                                                                                   

In this course, students develop their reading comprehension and written communication skills.  Different styles of writing are examined as students develop writing proficiency through practice in planning, outlining and editing.

Prerequisite: Proficiency Examination and/or GEN101.

GEN103 Transformative Learning                                                                             

This course will introduce learners to the value of change, personal growth and transformation.  Learners will engage in activities designed to stimulate reflective thinking, create a positive personal outlook and foster “behaviors of success.”

GEN127 English Composition II                                                                                 

This course builds on skills developed in English Composition I by presenting additional writing styles and helping students further refine their writing skills.  Research skills and MLA documentation are also introduced.

Prerequisite: GEN125

GEN129 Oral Communications                                                                                   

Communication skills require good speech habits. Therefore, this course covers organization of thoughts, voice control, diction and presentation of ideas to a variety of audiences. The art of listening is also studied. Emphasis will be placed on a series of oral presentations in order to acquire and reinforce these skills.

GEN224 Professional Communications and Career Development                           

This course is designed to provide a culminating experience in business communications and professional development.  Covered in this course is advanced English usage essential to written business document creation and oral presentations.  Using individual participation and demonstration methods, students will be trained in interviewing techniques and in developing professional demeanors vital to career success.

This course does not satisfy the General Education requirement for AOS degrees.

Prerequisite: GEN 127

GEN250 Ethics and Professionalism                                                                                       

This course will introduce the student to the moral principles and standards that guide behavior in today’s complex society. The definition and application of moral philosophies are used to explore ethical decision-making using a case study approach. Economic, legal and social dimensions are explored along with interpersonal relationships and the development of morality within individual thinking.

This course will give students competency creating high quality documents with the Microsoft Word for Windows word processing program. Discussions will include editing, format defaults and file management. Hands-on instruction will include creating a document, saving, printing, copying and using the thesaurus and spell-check. Topics covered will include: basic mail merge procedures, envelopes and labels, tables and formulas, templates and wizards, as well as desktop publishing.

Prerequisite: OFT115 or MMT101 or NET111

In this course for beginners, students develop an alphabetic number touch keyboarding skill that applies to the inputting of information while developing speed and accuracy. Basic letter styles will be covered using word processing procedures.

OFT127 Spreadsheet Applications (Excel)                                                                

This course introduces advanced spreadsheet concepts using software in the Windows environment. Topics to be covered include: formulas, functions, enhancing spreadsheets with graphs and charts, working with large spreadsheets, analyzing spreadsheet data and sorting and querying a spreadsheet database.

Prerequisite: OFT115 or MMT101 or NET111

This course is a continuation of OFT116. It will provide students with a more in-depth study of MS Word application functions. Topics include: sorting text and data records, templates and wizards, macros, document notations, online forms, newsletters, advanced mail merge procedures, graphs/charts and web pages.

Prerequisite: OFT116

The development and improvement of the fundamental techniques of keyboarding with sustained emphasis on accuracy through drill and speed-building methods. Additional topics include an expansion of business letter styles, common business forms, rough drafts, memorandums and reports.

Prerequisite: OFT111

OFT117 Presentation Graphics (PowerPoint)                                                            

Students will learn the concepts of a graphic application that will allow them to turn their facts, concepts, and their ideas into professional presentations. By completing projects using PowerPoint for Windows, the students will create presentations that will include the following: word processing, outlining, graphing, drawing and clip art as well as slide transition and animation.

Prerequisite: OFT115 or MMT101 or NET111

Students will learn how to create professional-looking marketing and business materials. Students will have experience using Microsoft Publisher which is a powerful desktop publishing program (DPT) that assists in the designing and producing professional quality documents such as newsletters, brochures, catalogs, flyers, invitations, business cards, business forms, and calendars.

Prerequisite: OFT115 or NET111 or MMT101

OFT270 Office Administration                                                                                   

Students will develop an understanding of the procedures and practices of an office environment. In depth study will emphasize the responsibilities and required skills of the office professional which include computer, time management, communication and organizational skills as they relate to today’s business organization. Topics will include the preparation of various administrative documents; file management, as well as incorporating interpersonal and technical communication that is needed in today’s workplace culture.

Prerequisite: OFT112, OFT209*

*Students may take OFT209 and OFT270 simultaneously