Management Careers
Management Careers
Management 
(Associate Degree)
Semester I
BMGT 1301 Supervision
3
BMGT 1382 Cooperative Education-Business Administration and Management, General
3
BMGT 1303 Principles of Management
3
BUSI 1301 Introduction to Business
3
ENGL 1301 Composition I
3
Total Semester Hours: 18
Semester II
HRPO 2301 Human Resources Management
3
BMGT 1383 Cooperative Education-Business Administration and Management, General
3
ITSC 1401 Introduction to Computers
3
ENGL 1302 Composition II
3
Mathematics*
3-4
Total Semester Hours: 16-17
Semester III
HRPO 2307 Organizational Behavior
3
BMGT 2382 Cooperative Education-Business Administration and Management, General
3
ACCT 2301 Principles of Accounting I** OR
3
  ACCT 2401  Principles of Accounting I**
(4)
ECON 2301 Principles of Economics I OR
3
  ECON 1303  Principles of Contemporary Social Issues
3
Total Semester Hours: 12-13
Semester IV
BMGT 2303 Problem Solving and Decision Making
3
BMGT 2383 Cooperative Education-Business Administration and Management, General
3
+Elective Humanities/Fine Arts
3
Elective Any non-MGMT Course
3
Elective
3
Minimum Hours Required 61-63
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+Electives--may be selected from the following:
ARTS 1301 Art Appreciation 3
DRAM 1310 Introduction to the Theatre 3
ENGL 2322 British Literature 3
ENGL 2323 British Literature 3
ENGL 2327 American Literature 3
ENGL 2328 American Literature 3
ENGL 2332 World Literature 3
ENGL 2333 World Literature 3
HUMA 1301 Introduction to the Humanities 3
MUSI 1306 Music Appreciation 3
PHIL 1301 Introduction to Philosophy 3
Foreign Language or American Sign Language 4
*Mathematics must be selected from the following:
MATH 1314 College Algebra OR 3
  MATH 1414 College Algebra  4
MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business and Economics I 3
MATH 1342 Introductory Statistics 3
MATH 1371 **Business Mathematics
Math 1371 must be accompanied by a course in Natural Science
3
**Students may substitute ACNT 1303, Introduction to Accounting I and ACNT 1304, Introduction to Accounting II. Only three hours may be applied to the required number of hours for granting the degree.

**This course has been or will be revised effective, Fall 2000.

NOTE:  Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice. 

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ACCT 2301   Principles Of Accounting I (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ACC 201.
Prerequisite: None. This course covers the theory and practice of measuring and interpreting financial data for business units. Basic concepts, principles, and procedures are applied to the following topics: operating cycle, accruals and deferrals, financial statements, internal controls, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, and liabilities. ACCT 2301 is a 3 credit hour lecture course. ACCT 2401 is a 4 credit hour lecture and laboratory course. Either course will meet degree requirements. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5203015125.[BACK TO TOP]
ACCT 2401   Principles Of Accounting I (4)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ACC 208.
Prerequisite: None. This course covers the theory and practice of measuring and interpreting financial data for business units. Basic concepts, principles, and procedures are applied to the following topics: operating cycle, accruals and deferrals, financial statements, internal controls, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, and liabilities. Laboratory fee. ACCT 2401 is a 4 credit hour lecture and laboratory course. ACCT 2301 is a 3 credit hour lecture course. Either course will meet degree requirements. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5203015125.[BACK TO TOP]
ACNT 1303   Introduction To Accounting I (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ACCT 1371.
Suggested Prerequisite: None. A study of analyzing, classifying, and recording business transactions in a manual and computerized environment. Emphasis on understanding the complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements, bank reconciliations, and payroll. (3 Lec.) [BACK TO TOP]
ACNT 1304   Introduction To Accounting II (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number ACCT1372.
Suggested Prerequisite: Accounting 1303. A study of accounting for merchandising, notes payable, notes receivable, valuation of receivables and equipment, and valuation of inventories in a manual and computerized environment. (3 Lec.) [BACK TO TOP]
ARTS 1301   Art Appreciation (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ART 104.
Prerequisite: None. Films, lectures, slides, and discussions focus on the theoretical, cultural, and historical aspects of the visual arts. Emphasis is on the development of visual and aesthetic awareness. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5007035130 [BACK TO TOP]
BMGT 1301   Supervision (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 1374.
Prerequisite: None. A study of the role of the supervisor. Managerial functions as applied to leadership, counseling, motivation, and human skills are examined. (3 Lec.) [BACK TO TOP]
BMGT 1303   Principles Of Management (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 1370.
Prerequisite: None. Concepts, terminology, principles, theory, and issues that are the substance of the practice of management. (3 Lec.) [BACK TO TOP]
BMGT 1382   Cooperative Education - Business Administration And Management, General (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 7371.
Prerequisite: None. The student should have previous credit in or concurrent enrollment in BMGT 1301 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 14 Ext.) [BACK TO TOP]
BMGT 1383   Cooperative Education - Business Administration And Management, General (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 7372.
Prerequisite: None. The student should have previous credit in or concurrent enrollment in HRPO 2301 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 14 Ext.) [BACK TO TOP]
BMGT 2303   Problem Solving And Decision Making (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 2375.
Prerequisite: None. Decision making and problem solving processes in organizations, utilizing logical and creative problem solving techniques. Application of theory is provided by experiential activities such as small group discussions, case studies, and the use of other managerial decision aids. (3 Lec.) [BACK TO TOP]
BMGT 2382   Cooperative Education - Business Administration And Management, General (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 8381.
Prerequisite: None. The student should have previous credit in or concurrent enrollment in HRPO 2307 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 14 Ext.) [BACK TO TOP]
BMGT 2383   Cooperative Education - Business Administration And Management, General (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 8382.
Prerequisite: None. The student should have previous credit in or concurrent enrollment in BMGT 2303 or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 14 Ext.) [BACK TO TOP]
BUSI 1301   Introduction To Business (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number BUS 105.
Prerequisite: None. This course provides an introduction to business operations. Topics include: the business system, legal forms of business, organization and management, business functions (production, marketing, finance, risk management, information systems, accounting) and the environments affecting business (the economy, labor, government regulation, social responsibility, law, international business, and technology) (3 Lec.) Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5201015125[BACK TO TOP]
DRAM 1310   Introduction To The Theatre (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number THE 101.
Prerequisite: None. The various aspects of theatre are surveyed. Topics include plays, playwrights, directing, acting, theatres, artists, and technicians. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5005015130[BACK TO TOP]
ECON 1303   Economics Of Contemporary Social Issues (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ECO 105.
Prerequisite: None. This course is an application of the basic economic concepts to the study of social issues and issues of public policy. Topics such as the environment, health care, welfare reform, poverty, job security and economic growth are discussed. This course may also serve as preparation for Economics 2301 and Economics 2302, but will not replace either of these courses where they are required in a specific degree plan. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 1904025242[BACK TO TOP]
ECON 2301   Principles Of Economics I (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ECO 201.
Prerequisite: None. Sophomore standing is recommended. An introduction to principles of macroeconomics is presented. Economic principles studied within the framework of classical, Keynesian, monetarist and alternative models. Emphasis given national income determination, money and banking, and the role of monetary and fiscal policy in economic stabilization and growth. Other topics include international trade and finance. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4506015142[BACK TO TOP]
ENGL 1301   Composition I (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ENG 101.
Prerequisite: Developmental Reading 0093 and Developmental Writing 0093 or meet TASP/Alternative Assessment Standard in Reading and Writing. This course focuses on student writing. It emphasizes reading and analytical thinking and introduces research skills. Students practice writing for a variety of audiences and purposes. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2304015135 [BACK TO TOP]
ENGL 1302   Composition II (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ENG 102.
Prerequisite: English 1301 and TASP/Alternative Assessment Standard in Reading and Writing must be met. In this course students refine the writing, research, and reading skills introduced in English 1301. A related goal is the development of critical thinking skills. Writing assignments emphasize argumentation and persuasion. Students will also write a formal research paper. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2304015135[BACK TO TOP]
ENGL 2322   British Literature (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ENG 201.
Prerequisite: English 1301, English 1302 and TASP/Alternative Assessment Standards in Reading and Writing must be met. This course includes significant works of British and Commonwealth writers from their beginnings through the 18th century. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2308015135[BACK TO TOP]
ENGL 2323   British Literature (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ENG 202.
Prerequisite: English 1301, English 1302 and TASP/Alternative Assessment Standards in Reading and Writing must be met. This course includes significant works of British and Commonwealth writers from the 18th century to the present. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2308015135[BACK TO TOP]
ENGL 2327   American Literature (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ENG 205.
Prerequisite: English 1301, English 1302 and TASP/Alternative Assessment Standards in Reading and Writing must be met. This course includes significant works of American writers from the 17th century to the 19th century. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2307015135[BACK TO TOP]
ENGL 2328   American Literature (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ENG 206.
Prerequisite: English 1301, English 1302 and TASP/Alternative Assessment Standards in Reading and Writing must be met. This course includes significant works of American writers from the 19th century to the present. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2307015135[BACK TO TOP]
ENGL 2332   World Literature (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ENG 203.
Prerequisite: English 1301, English 1302 and TASP/Alternative Assessment Standards in Reading and Writing must be met. This course includes significant works representing a variety of cultures from the ancient world to approximately 1600 C.E. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2303015235[BACK TO TOP]
ENGL 2333   World Literature (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number ENG 204.
Prerequisite: English 1301, English 1302 and TASP/Alternative Assessment Standards in Reading and Writing must be met. This course includes significant works representing a variety of cultures from approximately 1600 C.E. to the present. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2303015235[BACK TO TOP]
HRPO 2301   Human Resources Management (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 2374.
Prerequisite: None. Behavioral and legal approaches to the management of human resources in organizations. (3 Lec.) [BACK TO TOP]
HRPO 2307   Organizational Behavior (3)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MGMT 2373.
Prerequisite: None. The analysis and application of organizational theory, group dynamics, motivation theory, leadership concepts, and the integration of interdisciplinary concepts from the behavioral sciences. (3 Lec.) [BACK TO TOP]
HUMA 1301   Introduction To The Humanities (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number HUM 101.
Prerequisite: None. Introduction to the Humanities focuses on the study and appreciation of the fine and performing arts and the ways in which they reflect the values of civilizations. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2401035135 [BACK TO TOP]
ITSC 1401   Introduction to Computers (4)

This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number CISC 1470.
Prerequisite: None. Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, and human resources. Explores integration and application in business and other segments in society. Fundamentals of computer problem-solving and programming may be discussed and applied. Examines applications and software relating to a specific curricular area. Laboratory fee. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) [BACK TO TOP]
MATH 1314   College Algebra (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number MTH 101.
Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra and an appropriate assessment test score or Developmental Mathematics 0099 or Developmental Mathematics 0093. This course is a study of relations and functions including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and special functions. Other topics include variation, complex numbers, systems of equations and inequalities, theory of equations, progressions, the binomial theorem, proofs, and applications. MATH 1314 is a 3 credit hour lecture course. MATH 1414 is a 4 credit hour lecture course. Either course will meet degree requirements. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2701015437 [BACK TO TOP]
MATH 1324   Mathematics For Business And Economics I (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number MTH 111.
Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra and an appropriate assessment test score or Developmental Mathematics 0099 or Developmental Mathematics 0093. This course includes equations, inequalities, matrices, linear programming; linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; and probability. Applications to business and economics problems are emphasized. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2703015237 [BACK TO TOP]
MATH 1342   Introductory Statistics (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number MTH 202.
Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor. This course is a study of collection and tabulation of data, bar charts, graphs, sampling, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, index numbers, statistical distributions, probability, and application to various fields. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2705015137 [BACK TO TOP]
MATH 1414   College Algebra (4)

Former course prefix/number MTH 103.
Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra and an appropriate assessment score or Developmental Mathematics 0099 or Developmental Mathematics 0093. This course is study of relations and functions including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and special functions. Other topics include complex numbers, systems of equations and inequalities, theory of equations, progressions, the binomial theorem, proofs, and applications. MATH 1414 is a 4 credit hour lecture course. MATH 1314 is a 3 credit hour lecture course. Either course will meet degree requirements. (4 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number is 2701015437 [BACK TO TOP]
MUSI 1306   Music Appreciation (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number MUS 104.
Prerequisite: None. The basic elements of music are surveyed and examined in the music literature of western civilization, particularly from the Baroque Period to the present. Cultural influences on the music of each era are observed. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5009025130[BACK TO TOP]
PHIL 1301   Introduction To Philosophy (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number PHI 101.
Prerequisite: None. The fundamental problems in philosophy are surveyed. Methods to deal with the problems are discussed. Ancient and modern views are examined as possible solutions (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 3801015135 [BACK TO TOP]
SPCH 1311   Introduction To Speech Communication (3)

This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number SC 101.
Prerequisite: None. Theory and practice of speech communication behavior in one-to-one, small group, and public communication situations are introduced. Students learn more about themselves, improve skills in communicating with others, and prepare and deliver formal public speeches. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2310015135[BACK TO TOP]