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Business Principles Curriculum
| Course Code | Title | Course Outlines | Goal Areas | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 1100 | Introduction to Business | View-BUS 1100 | n/a | 3 |
| BUS 2200 | Principles of Management | View-BUS 2200 | n/a | 3 |
| BUS 2600 | Principles of Marketing | View-BUS 2600 | n/a | 3 |
Course Title: Introduction to Business Goal Areas: n/a Credits: 3
Course Description: This course is designed to provide a broad overview of the functions of the for-profit and non-profit business entity. Business and its environment, organization and management, ownership, finance, production, marketing, human resources, and control systems are reviewed. The course helps students understand the contribution of business to the American economy using current business publications, media, and web resources to focus on applications of current business technologies. Business ethics and teamwork are also examined. This course will enable the student to more intelligently pursue advanced business courses and to choose a business career.
Course Title: Principles of Management Goal Areas: n/a Credits: 3
Course Description: This course is an introduction to the functions of management: planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. The course explores how each of the management functions are implemented to impact organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Local, national, and global environments are presented as strategic factors to be understood by contemporary managers. The importance of managing competitively and intelligently within a diverse environment is stressed. Situational cases are completed to reinforce decision-making in each of the function areas.
Course Title: Principles of Marketing Goal Areas: n/a Credits: 3
Course Description: This course provides a market-oriented perspective to business decision-making. Students will learn how marketers provide value in satisfying customer needs and wants, determine which target markets the organization can best serve, and decide upon appropriate products, services, and programs to serve these markets. Topics include branding and product development, pricing strategies, marketing research, promotion, supply chain management, and service marketing. Current trends and developments in marketing practices are analyzed and strategic marketing ideas are implemented within an ethical framework. Courses Recommended: BUS 1100 Introduction to Business and CIS 1101 Business Computer Systems I
| 3 Credits must be earned at NHCC |
| Total Credits Required | 9 |
2023-2024
This certificate is for students who want an overview of the broad areas of business: finance, management and marketing. All courses can be taken online. Courses can be applied to the Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship A.A.S. degrees or the A.S. degree in Business Administration Management Concentration. The courses from this program are delivered in the classroom and/or online. This certificate qualifies for the Workforce Investment Act.
Knowledge of human cultures and the physical and natural world, including:
- Describe the major functional areas of American businesses and the global aspects and legal and ethical responsibility of businesses operating profitably in a changing world.
Integrative and Applied Learning, including:
- Develop a managerial strategic plan that includes critical elements of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.
- Illustrate the marketing concept through the completion of a comprehensive marketing plan.
Program roadmaps provide students with a guide to understand the recommended course sequence to complete their degree.
- Business Principles Certificate Program Roadmap Full Time
- Business Principles Certificate Program Roadmap Part Time
Information on careers, including salary and employment outlook data, is available at Minnesota State and the Bureau of Labor Statistics websites: careerwise.minnstate.edu and www.bls.gov.
If you are planning on transferring to another institution, follow the guidelines available on our transfer resources web page to help you plan the process: Transfer Information
Developmental Courses Some students may need preparatory course(s) in Math and/or English. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward a degree.
Equal Opportunity Employer and Disability Access Information North Hennepin Community College is a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and an equal opportunity employer and educator. This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 7634930555 or through the Minnesota Relay Service at 18006273529.
North Hennepin Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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