ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED BUSINESS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED BUSINESS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED BUSINESS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS Program Overview The Associate of Applied Business in Business Administration with a Concentration in Supply Chain and Logistics program prepares students for entry to the field of Supply Chain and Logistics. The student will learn, engage in, and practice office skills, and develop knowledge of supply chain and logistics techniques. The combination of business and administration courses with specific coursework in supply chain management, rounded off with General Education will provide a means for entering and succeeding as a manager. Successful graduates will be well-prepared to enter the workforce in jobs that use supply chain of goods and merchandise including manufacturing, transportation, processing orders, warehousing, and office administration. The program also prepares students for careers as office managers, supply chain managers, and administrative assistants. These positions are found within the public and private industries and firms along with educational facilities.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED BUSINESS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS 1290 CLOCK HOURS 104 CREDITS Program Outline Course Code Course Title Credit Hours AC1001 Accounting Principles I 3 AC1002 Accounting Principles II 3 MA1001 Business Mathematics 3 EN1001 Communications (Business English) 3 GE1051 Composition 3 BA1005 Customer Service 4 CA1002 Database Management 3 SC1052 Distribution 3 GE1013 Earth/Environmental Science 4 AC1053 Finance 3 FS1001 Freshman Seminar 1 BA1001 Human Resources Management 3 IB1001 Introduction to Business 3 GE1007 Introduction to College Mathematics 4 CA1001 Introduction to Computer Concepts 3 SC1000 Introduction to Supply Chain and Logistics 3 JO2001 Job Orientation 3 HR1052 Labor Relations and Safety 4 BA1003 Organizational Behavior 3 AC1004 Payroll Records and Accounting 3 GE1009 Political Science 4 BA1004 Principles of Management 4 GE1003 Psychology 3 BA1052 Small Business Management 3 GE1012 Speech 4 CA1006 Spreadsheet Applications I 3 CA1052 Spreadsheet Applications II 3 SC1050 Supply Chain 3 SC1051 Transportation 3 TY1001 Typewriting/Keyboarding I (Theory) 3 TY1051 Typewriting/Keyboarding II 3 CA1007 Word Processing I 3 CA1054 Word Processing II 3

Code Explanation: The alpha prefixes indicate the course being taught. The numbering system indicates the level of the course, as follows: 1000 series are beginning classes; 1050 series are intermediate classes; and 2000 series are advanced classes. Certain intermediate classes may be prerequisites for beginning classes. Course Descriptions Listed Alphabetically by Course Name Unless otherwise indicated, all courses are three (3) credit hours ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES I (AC1001) Prerequisite: GE1007 or MA1001 The student will learn the basic principles of accounting as applied to business entities with emphasis on accounting terminology and techniques. The student will develop the analytical and decision-making skills necessary for success in a business office. ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES II (AC1002) Prerequisite: AC1001 This is a continuation of Accounting Principles I focusing on specific accounting problems that face businesses. Emphasis will be placed on accounting for short and long-term assets, inventories, and current liabilities and depreciation. BUSINESS MATHEMATICS (MA1001) A realistic approach to math as it relates to businesses is presented. Students will learn everyday business situations that need mathematical computations with emphasis on mark-ups, discounts, percents, interest, and financial-accounting aspects. COMMUNICATIONS (BUSINESS ENGLISH) (EN1001) This basic English class concentrates on developing the ability to communicate effectively and correctly. Emphasis is placed on grammar, sentence structure, spelling, and punctuation. COMPOSITION (GE1051) Prerequisite: See Page 19, Entrance Evaluation Policy (Remedial Classes) This class integrates writing instruction with reading and editing skills. Students learn to write concisely in direct response to assigned readings. CUSTOMER SERVICE (BA1005) This course introduces and reinforces basic service principles and helps students develop professional customer handling, telephone, and communication skills. DATABASE MANAGEMENT (CA1002) Prerequisite: CA1007 Students are introduced to database management concepts through intensive hands-on use of popular database-management software. Students use a variety of exercises to build from the simple to the complex. Topics include creating tables, forms, reports, and queries. DISTRIBUTION (SC1052) Prerequisite: SC1000 This course focuses on issues in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, management of supply chain, market segmentation, and finance.

EARTH/ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (GE1013) The central theme of this course is the link between humans and their surroundings, specifically the causal interrelationship of humans and the environment. FINANCE (AC1053) Prerequisite: AC1002 This course studies the methods of securing and managing funds on a short, intermediate, and long-term basis. Studies include the science of collecting, organizing, presenting, and interpreting numerical data for making responsible business decisions. Topical coverage will include forecasting, working-capital management, capital budgeting techniques, and cost of capital. FRESHMAN SEMINAR (FS1001) 1 credit hour Take in first quarter This course presents a variety of college survival skills. Students will be introduced to topics such as personal finances, study habits, and support networks, as well as, note-taking and test-taking strategies. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (BA1001) This class presents a comprehensive treatment of the field of personnel administration. Case studies related to analysis of major personnel management functions such as recruiting, hiring, firing, performance appraisals, training, counseling, and handling grievances will be covered. Additionally, aspects of employment law and government regulations will be covered. INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS (IB1001) This course gives the student insight into the characteristics, organization, and operation of a business. Included in this class is an overview of business and society, business ownership, organization and management, marketing, management of human resources, and business laws. Real-life situations are presented as well as biographical sketches, ethical issues, and case problems. INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE MATHEMATICS (GE1007) Prerequisite: See Page 19, Entrance Evaluation Policy (Remedial Classes) A realistic comprehensive approach to math as it relates to business and economics. Students will learn everyday business situations that need mathematical modeling with emphasis on practical mathematical calculations; such as: graph theory, mean, median, sampling, populations, linear regression, scheduling conflict resolution, and probability theory. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER CONCEPTS (CA1001) This is an introductory computer course. No experience with computers is assumed. The objectives of this offering are to provide a concise, yet comprehensive introduction to computers, present the most up-to-date technology in an ever changing discipline, give students an understanding of why computers are essential components in business and society, and teach the fundamentals of computers and computer nomenclature, particularly with respect to personal computer hardware and software, the Web, and enterprise computing. INTRODUCTION TO SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS (SC1000) This course introduces the student to the elements of Logistics and understanding the elements of designing a Logistics Operation that meets both company and customer objectives. Topics include efficient integration of supplies, factories, warehouses, and stores.

JOB ORIENTATION (JO2001) Take in next to last or last quarter The student will focus on effective job-search skills. Specifically, the course covers job-search methods, researching jobs, networking, using the telephone, interviewing, resume preparation, cover letters and follow-up letters, effective time-management strategies, and personal characteristics (dress, attitude). Each student is required to prepare a portfolio. LABOR RELATIONS AND SAFETY (HR1052) Prerequisite: BA1001 This course examines the evolution of interaction between management and labor. Topics covered in this course include the American labor movement, federal and state labor laws, collective bargaining, mediation, work stoppage, and workplace safety. ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR (BA1003) This course will demonstrate how change affects attitudes and behaviors within an organization and how it offers new opportunities and experiences for those who learn how to profit from its potential. Students should be able to comprehend how to transform business challenges into opportunities and advantages. PAYROLL RECORDS AND ACCOUNTING (AC1004) Prerequisite: AC1001 This class introduces students to the various aspects of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the various laws that affect employers in their payroll operations. The course covers the procedures employed in a typical payroll-accounting system placing emphasis on the importance of thorough recordkeeping. POLITICAL SCIENCE (GE1009) This course allows for in-depth discussion and analysis of major contemporary, social, economic, and political issues, their effect on the current world situation, and their potential effect on future generations. PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT (BA1004) This course is designed to provide the student with a practical understanding of management principles, techniques, and concepts. Course topics include an overview of the nature of organization and the primary functions of the manager: creating, planning, organizing, motivating, communicating, and controlling. Students explore each managerial function through case studies and problems. PSYCHOLOGY (GE1003) This general psychology course introduces students to the study of psychology as a science. Emphasis is placed on the scientific method, major psychological concepts, critical thinking/problem solving skills, social behavior, diversity and cognitive principles. SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (BA1052) Prerequisite: IB1001 This class is designed to explore the role of the small business in the American economy. Provided is a complete coverage of small business operations considering the factors that determine success and failure. Additionally, the role of the entrepreneur and the problems of guiding the business through development and growth are studied.

SPEECH (GE1012) Improving oral communication is the aim of this course. Impromptu, extemporaneous, and persuasive speeches will enable participants to gain the confidence necessary to become clear, concise and effective in expressing their ideas. SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS I (CA1006) Prerequisite: CA1001 This is an introductory course in spreadsheet applications. Topics to be covered include creating, formatting, saving, and printing a spreadsheet, using formulas and statistical/logical/financial functions, creating graphs, what-if analyses, and creating, sorting, and querying lists. SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS II (CA1052) Prerequisite: CA1006 This course is a continuation of Spreadsheet Applications I, and it apples the concepts introduced there. Students will be introduced to advanced features such as creating templates, linking/embedding documents, using macros, PivotTables, formula auditing, data validation, and complex problem solving. SUPPLY CHAIN (SC1050) Prerequisite: SC1000 This course focuses on the supply chain approach by blending logistics theory with practical applications. Topics include technology, transportation regulations, pricing, and other issues. Logistical planning in competitive markets will also be discussed. TRANSPORTATION (SC1051) Prerequisite: SC1000 This course will explain the fundamental role and importance of transportation in companies and in society, as well as the complex environment in which transportation service is provided today. Student topics include transportation as a critical component of global supply chains, domestic and international transportation systems, and current domestic and global transportation trends. TYPEWRITING/KEYBOARDING I (Theory) (TY1001) The goal of this course is the acquisition of correct technique that will provide a sound foundation for the later development of speed and accuracy. The student will be introduced to simple business letters, memos, and report formats. The student will begin to develop proofreading skills. Speed tests will be part of this course, and a student must achieve a speed of 35 net words per minute. TYPEWRITING/KEYBOARDING II (TY1051) Prerequisite: TY1001 This is a continuation of the training offered in Typewriting/Keyboarding I (Theory). Attention is centered on applying the technical knowledge to various letter styles, office forms, and manuscript preparation. Speed tests will be part of this course, and a student must achieve a speed of 45 net words per minute.

WORD PROCESSING I (CA1007) Prerequisite: CA1001 Students will use a Windows-based word processing package to learn such features as inserting, deleting, and formatting text, document storage, retrieval and printing, merging, multi-page documents, columns, graphics, and tables. WORD PROCESSING II (CA1054) Prerequisite: CA1007 Students will apply acquired word processing knowledge to work through a practice application using any word processing software package. Students are required to create a portfolio of all work.