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Saint Paul College Programs
Business Management
Program Requirements
• Business Management AS Degree
• Supervision Certificate
• Project Management: Business & Information Systems Certificate
Business Management AS Degree
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1411 | Principles of Accounting 1 | 4 |
| ACCT 1412 | Principles of Accounting 2 | 4 |
| Select: | ||
| ADMS 1421 | Introduction to MS Office Software OR | |
| CSCI 2410 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| ADMS 1445 | Business Communications | 3 |
| BUSN 1410 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUSN 1440 | Marketing Principles | 3 |
| BUSN 2450 | Management Fundamentals | 3 |
| BUSN 2470 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| BUSN 1482 | Business Career Resources | 2 |
| Electives: (with Advisor Approval) | 5 | |
| Subtotal | 33 | |
| General Education Requirements | 30 | |
| (Select at least 30 credits of General Education according to the requirements listed below) | ||
| Total Program Credits | 63 | |
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| AS Degree General Education – 30 Credits | ||
| Requirements* | Cr | |
| Students are required to complete ENGL 1711 and any Speech course from Goal 1 | 7 | |
| Goal 1: | Communication | |
| ENGL 1711 Composition 1 (4 cr.) | ||
| SPCH XXXX (3 cr.) | ||
| Students are required to complete the following from Goal 4 | 4 | |
| Goal 4: | Mathematical/Logical Reasoning | |
| MATH 1740 Intro to Statistics | ||
| Students are required to complete the following from Goal 5 | 4 | |
| Goal 5: | History, Social Science, and Behavioral Sciences | |
| ECON 1720 Macroeconomics | ||
| Additional Course to meet Goal 5 requirements | ||
| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 6: | 3 | |
| Goal 6: | Humanities and Fine Arts | |
| Select a minimum of 12 additional credits from Goals 1-10 of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum |
12 | |
| Students must select courses from at least six (6) Goal Areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum. | ||
| Recommended: SPCH 1710 Fundamentals of Public Speaking, MATH 1730 College Algebra, ECON 1730 Microeconomics. | ||
| * Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List for specific course options. | ||
| Recommended Electives for Business Management AS Degree |
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| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1521 | Accounting Computer Applications 1 | 4 |
| ACCT 2420 | Managerial Accounting 1 | 4 |
| ACCT 2510 | Managerial Accounting 2 | 4 |
| BUSN 2455 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management | 3 |
| BUSN 2465 | Business Ethics | 3 |
| BUSN 2480 | Business Management Internship | 3 |
| CSCI 1410 | Computer Science and Information Systems | 4 |
| CSCI 1420 | Introduction to Operating Systems | 4 |
| HMRS 1400 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| HMRS 1550 | Strategies for Business Solutions | 3 |
| HMRS 2410 | Employee/Labor Relations | 3 |
| INTL 1400 | Introduction to International Business | 3 |
| INTL 1410 | International Communication and Cultural Awareness | 3 |
| Other Courses with Advisor approval | ||
Supervision Certificate
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| BUSN 1410 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUSN 2450 | Management Fundamentals | 3 |
| BUSN 2472 | Business Negotiation Skills | 3 |
| HMRS 2410 | Employee/Labor Relations | 3 |
| Total Program Credits | 12 | |
Project Management: Business Information Systems Certificate
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| CSCI 2410 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 2430 | Information Systems Project Management | 4 |
| BUSN 2475 | Business Decisions and Project Management | 4 |
| Elective Course | 3 | |
| Total Program Credits | 14 | |
| Electives | Select one from below | |
|---|---|---|
| BSLM 2450 | Purchasing Principles and Applications | 3 |
| BUSN 2450 | Management Fundamentals | 3 |
| BUSN 2472 | Business Negotiation Skills | 3 |
| HMRS 1400 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| HMRS 2520 | Training and Development | 3 |
Course Descriptions
BUSN 1410 Introduction to Business
Offers an introduction to the United States business system. Students will explore economic principles, international business, business ethics, marketing and financial principles. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 1440 Marketing Principles
Students will develop an understanding of the basic principles of marketing. Students will examine core marketing concepts (needs, wants, demands) and the elements used in developing a marketing plan, including consumer behavior principles, product development, pricing strategies, advertising, sales promotion, public relations, personal selling and product distribution. Current marketing trends will be discussed. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 2450 Management Fundamentals
The course includes the history of management theory with emphasis on forces of change that have resulted in a changing view of the business world for managers. Principle management functions covered are planning, organizing, leading and the process of control as an information feedback function for increasing productivity. Emphasis is on the integration of all management functions into one effort for visionary, effective and efficient operations. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 2455 Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
In this course the student will learn the essential skills needed to start and manage a successful new business venture. Topics include: the challenge of entrepreneurship, building a business plan, marketing and financial issues with a start up company and how to gain the competitive advantage. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 2460 Entrepreneurship Resources
In this course the student will learn the essential resources needed to start and manage a successful new business venture. Topics include: how to work with the small business administration; free federal and state resources and how to choose which resources are most valuable when starting a new business. 2C/2/0/0
BUSN 2465 Business Ethics
This course introduces students to ethical issues and concepts as they relate to business and as they impact society, the economy and the environment. Students will analyze various approaches to making ethical decisions through case studies. Topics range from the role of the government to corporate global businesses. Both national and international ethics will be discussed. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 2470 Legal Environment of Business
This course covers basic information about the various classifications of the law and the rights and responsibilities imposed on the business community by our legal system. The course introduces students to the legal system and its impact on the individual, the business environment and upon society as a whole. Areas of study include basic laws, contracts, negligence, product liability, employment law, alternative dispute resolution and business entities. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 1482 Business Career Resources
This course provides information and guidance in the development of professional job seeking skills. Topics will include: the application, the resume, the cover letter, using the Internet in a job search, locating job opportunities, marketing yourself, and company research. This course may include work on portfolios, electronic portfolios, and interviewing skills. 2C/2/0/0
BUSN 2472 Business Negotiation Skills
Covers the techniques and unique circumstances needed for the negotiation of prices for the business environment. The course will guide students through the areas of risk negotiations, bargaining concepts, strategy and tactics for successful contract negotiations. 3C/3/0/0
BUSN 2475 Business Decisions and Project Management
This course builds upon the foundations of project management and analyzes project management business decisions. Students evaluate the strategic role of projects in organizations and how project portfolio management can be used to guide an organization’s project success. The course is designed to allow the student to use tools and techniques to study business processes, financial analysis and risk models in developing and executing projects in a business. The purpose of the course is to understand the underlying principles of project management from a business perspective. 4C/4/0/0
BUSN 2480 Business Management Internship
A cooperative work-study program between Saint Paul College-A Community & Technical College Business Management degree program and a business facility. This elective course allows the student to experience a closely supervised job situation that is related to the program. (Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval) 3C/0/0/3
ACCT 1411 Principles of Accounting 1
Introduces students to the fundamental accounting concepts and principles used to analyze and record business transactions. 4C/4/0/0
ACCT 1412 Principles of Accounting 2
An introduction to principles of accounting for the partnership entity, the corporate entity and additional topics in financial accounting. (Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1411) 4C/4/0/0
ACCT 1521 Accounting Computer Applications 1
Combines the theory of financial accounting principles and software applications. Two types of software, spreadsheet and general ledger, are included in the course. (Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2540) 4C/4/0/0
ACCT 2420 Managerial Accounting 1
Introduces students to costing concepts and methods of analysis. Students analyze the management decision-making process via problem solving and case analysis. Projects include non-profit and profit entities. (Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1412) 4C/4/0/0
ACCT 2510 Managerial Accounting 2
Continuation of costing concepts and methods of analysis. Students analyze the management decision-making process via problem solving and case analysis. Projects include non-profit and profit entities. (Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2420) 4C/4/0/0
ADMS 1421 Introduction to Microsoft Office Software
This course covers basic systems training and utilization using Microsoft Office software for office applications. Software components include Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and integrated activities that are experienced in the work setting. Students entering the course are expected to have knowledge of Windows and mouse skills. 3C/3/0/0
ADMS 1445 Business Communications
Students will develop basic and advanced writing techniques such as using plain language, concise wording, conversational tone, parallelism and many other “tricks of the trade.” This course introduces listening, nonverbal and speaking skills. 3C/3/0/0
BSLM 2450 Purchasing Principles and Applications
The course covers the broad overview of the objectives of purchasing, its authority, responsibility, management function and its expectations. Students learn how and why the purchasing function has far reaching effects on a company’s profit or loss. Purchasing is a dynamic business function and is important in controlling costs in large dollar expenditures. The Purchasing department deals with Production, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Logistics, Stores, Inventory Control, Transportation, Quality Assurance and Finance. The primary objective of purchasing is to buy the right materials, of the right quality, in the right quantity, at the right time, at the right price, from the right source. 3C/3/0/0
CSCI 1410 Computer Science and Information Systems
Designed to introduce Computer Information Systems to students in the fields of computer science and information science. The course will cover the basic architecture and design of digital computers and the software that runs on them. Special emphasis will be placed on the technical aspects of the field of computer science and a significant amount of time will be spent developing a sound analytical understanding of the field. Topics such as machine architecture, binary arithmetic, algorithm development, data structures, file organization, database design, systems analysis, data communication and systems software will be covered. Students must have a sound preparation in mathematics through basic algebra. 4C/4/0/0
CSCI 1420 Introduction to Operating Systems
This course is an introduction to operating systems. It addresses both the theoretical and applications aspects of operating systems, their design and function. A high-level generic map of an operating system is initially presented. Then its implementation in MS-DOS, Unix/Linux, Windows and MVS is covered in detail. Networking concepts and structures of operating systems are also reviewed. 4C/4/0/0
CSCI 2410 Management Information Systems
This course provides elementary concepts to the management of information systems. The course is designed to allow the student of management information systems to evaluate, design and implement information processing systems that support the business enterprise. The purpose of the course is to understand the underlying principles of information systems from the business perspective for different management functions. 3C/3/0/0
HMRS 1400 Human Resource Management
Covers an introduction to the basic principles of Human Resource functions and services. It will provide background and understanding for further Human Resources courses in the Human Resource Program. 3C/3/0/0
HMRS 1550 Strategies for Business Solutions
This course explores the strategic role that HR professionals have within an organization. Students will explore various HR functions and learn how to turn them into strategic business solutions by using critical thinking and problem solving strategies. Students will also look at how trends in HR outsourcing are used as an HR strategy. 3C/3/0/0
HMRS 2410 Employee/Labor Relations
This course focuses on employee relations techniques such as: coaching, mentoring, performance management, employee discipline, workplace violence prevention, employee crisis management and effective communication including gender and generational communication in the workplace. Also covered are the labor relations issues that supervisors need to deal with on a daily basis when working in a union environment. 3C/3/0/0
HMRS 2520 Training & Development
Covers basic information about the training and development function in an organization and its role in building an effective workforce. Students study effective training techniques, lesson planning, preparations of training materials and are given opportunities to demonstrate training skills. Also included is information on various training evaluation systems. 3C/3/0/0
CSCI 2430 Information Systems Project Management
This course is an introduction to information systems project management. The course emphasizes the relationship of project management techniques to the software development lifecycle model. Project management processes for initiating, planning, executing and closing down information technology projects are covered. Specific techniques covered include work breakdown schedules, network diagrams, PERT estimating, resource scheduling, resource leveling, risk identification, contingency planning and other skills. Each student will conduct a series of case studies using Microsoft Project as project management tools. 4C/4/0/0
INTL 1400 Introduction to International Business
Introduces the student to the general field of international business. Study will cover foreign investments, cultural differences, impact of trade agreements, international payments, logistics, taxation and personnel issues. This course provides the foundation for other International Trade courses. 3C/3/0/0
INTL 1410 International Communications and Cultural Awareness
Covers potential problems in the international transaction due to language, and cultural differences. Both written and oral issues will be discussed. In addition, the areas of social and business habits that are different from one country to another will be covered. An understanding of these various needs will help ease the international transaction. 3C/3/0/0
