Course

Course Summary

Credit Type:

Course

ACE ID:

ACPE-0106

Organization:

Alternative Credit Project Ecosystem

Location:

Online

Length:

This is a self-paced online course the is completed over 16 weeks (112 hours)

Dates Offered:

Credit Recommendation & Competencies

Level	Credits (SH)	Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate	3	Introduction to Business or Fundamentals Of Business

Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide an overview of business in an increasingly global society serving as an introduction to business terminology, concepts, environments, systems, strategies, and current issues. This course provides a solid business foundation for more detailed and higher-level study in subsequent courses.

Learning Outcomes:

Describe the role of ethics and social responsibility in the business environment
Examine how businesses can be organized and structured
Examine the key strategies, tools, and issues involved in business operations
Develop a business plan incorporating sound business concepts, systems, and strategies
Describe the key components of the contemporary U.S. and international business environment
Analyze the various functions of and approaches to management
Analyze marketing processes, forces, and issues in a business enterprise
Examine the key financial concepts involved in the business enterprise

General Topics:

The business environment
Business ethics and social responsibility
New business ventures in the U.S. and international markets
Managing the business enterprise
Managing and motivating employees
Marketing processes
Product pricing, distribution, and promotion
Productivity and quality
Information systems and communication technologies
Principles of accounting
Banking and finance
Financial and risk management

Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

Audio Visual Materials
Learner Presentations

Methods of Assessment:

Examinations
Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%

Supplemental Materials