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This is a one-year diploma program includes a one-month internship to gain work experience.
Our powerful college diploma provides a unique overview of business principles, practices, and operations with a focus on developing managerial skills.
Areas of study include accounting concepts and applications, business principles and management, computer business application software, marketing, sales and communication skills.
When students finish the program, they will have both the hands on experience and superior computer skills to make them invaluable assets in any business. Alternatively, if they are interested in starting their own business, the entrepreneurial modules enable them to start with a Business Plan, and turn their dream, into their destiny.
Whether you are a computer whiz, or afraid of a mouse, you’ll receive the updated knowledge in computers that you need to excel in the business world today. Students learn several different software programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Publisher. Running a team of people in any company requires leadership, and students have an opportunity to discover these talents within themselves.
Finally, when the money starts “rolling in,” someone needs to keep track of it! With the training from Quick Books and Simply Accounting software, students are ready to look after the financial flow of any business, from in-home, to international!
Graduates from this course are prepared to work in the business office of various organizations, such as banks, non-profit companies, government agencies, stores, or really ANY business that has customers or cash.
Total Hours: 1040
Weeks: 52
Total Credits: 52
Semester 1 – Microsoft Office Specialist Certification
80 hours
AOP 130 Microsoft Word and Keyboarding
This course presents the practical application of the concepts and features of Microsoft® Word. Keyboarding and proper keyboarding techniques are taught. Topics include formatting text and documents, creating and formatting tables, working with graphics, integrating information with other programs, managing styles and templates, working with columns, merging documents, file management techniques, creating forms and creating Web documents. Prerequisite: None. 4.00 credits.
20 hours
PD 150 Career Development
This seminar provides the student with the knowledge and skills necessary for the development of the student’s career path. Prerequisite: None. 1.00 credits.
80 hours
IS 160 Spreadsheets and Database Applications
This course presents the practical application of the concepts and features of a spreadsheet package using Microsoft® Excel. Topics include using and managing worksheets and workbooks; applying formatting and style features; working with data, formulas, and functions; managing charts and graphics; working with outlines, views, and reports; automating tasks with the macro feature; using auditing tools, collaborative tools, and hyperlinks; and integrating with other programs. A database application, Microsoft® Access, is introduced. This section provides the study of the principles and features of a database management system. Topics include creating and managing databases, data management and integrity, working with queries and forms. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of computers and launching applications. 4.00 credits.
40 hours
AOP 170 Microsoft PowerPoint and Presentation Skills
This course provides the study of the principles and features of a presentation graphics package, Microsoft® PowerPoint. Topics include creating and modifying presentations; applying formatting techniques; working with charts, objects, and graphics; managing templates; automating slide shows; sharing presentations with programs; working with interactive slide shows; and using the Web for presentations. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of computers and launching applications. 2.00 credits.
40 hours
AOP 190 Desktop Publishing with Microsoft Publisher
The concepts and principles of desktop publishing are presented using Microsoft® Publisher. Topics include page layout and design, fonts, graphics, digital photographs, and integrating objects from other packages. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of computers and launching applications. 2.00 credits.
60 hours
BU 101 E-Business
This course introduces the concepts and principles of electronic commerce as it relates to business. Topics include the foundations of electronic commerce; retailing in e-commerce; Internet consumers and market research; advertising in e-commerce; e-commerce for service industries; business-to-business e-commerce; intranet and extranet structures and applications; electronic payment systems; e-commerce strategy and implementation; public policy regarding legal, privacy, and consumer protection issues; infrastructure requirements for e-commerce; and economic and global issues in e-commerce. Prerequisite: None. 3.00 credits.
Semester 2 – Accounting
60 hours
AC 102 Bookkeeping and Investment Options
This introductory accounting course provides the practical application of the concepts and principles of the accounting cycle for service and merchandising businesses. Topics include an overview of accounting concepts and procedures, analyzing and recording transactions, issuing invoices and receipts, controlling and deducting expenses, personal finances, investment options, reconciling bank statements, bookkeeping basics, and understanding calculations with interest. Prerequisite: None. 3.00 credits.
80 hours
AC 205 Accounting
This accounting course provides instruction in the concepts and principles of accounting for all businesses, including the analysis and creation of financial statements: Income Statement, Statement of Owner’s Equity, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement. Students will learn to use General Journals and Ledgers, as well as post expenses and track profits. Prerequisite: None. 4.00 credits.
40 hours
AC 250 Computerized Accounting
This course is designed to provide practical application of accounting principles using an accounting package, including payroll functions. Topics include system basics and file setup; general ledger setup; invoicing and purchasing transactions; accounts payable and receivable; cash receipts and disbursements; job costing and reporting; payroll setup and processing; and working with budgets, business analysis, and business simulations. Prerequisites: AC 205. 2.00 credits.
40 hours
AC 300 Managerial and Cost Accounting
This course focuses on managerial accounting concepts by determining costs of products and services for planning and controlling business operations. Topics include management accounting concepts, working with cost concepts, cost behavior, product costing, and costing systems, accounting for planning and control, capital budgeting and related business decisions. This course also includes a brief introduction to the principles and concepts of a cost accounting system. Prerequisite: AC 205. 2.00 credits.
80 hours
EN 116 English and Grammar
Students will get an overview of grammatical skills and constructs. Topics include punctuation, capitalization, writing complete and proper sentences, and an introduction to essay writing. Prerequisite: None. 4.00 credits.
20 hours
EN 117 Business Correspondence and Dictaphone
This course prepares students for creating and editing correspondence in the business world. Students will be introduced to the operation of a Dictaphone and its capabilities. Prerequisite: None. 1.00 credits.
60 hours
EC 100 Economics
This course presents an overview of the macro and micro economic systems. Topics include the principles of economics; the elements of supply and demand; the concepts of money, spending, output, and income; national income analysis; inflation, unemployment, related stabilization factors; the impact of trade and the function of prices in markets and the relationship of economics to environmental issues. Prerequisite: None. 3.00 credits.
Semester 3 - Entrepreneurship
60 hours
BU 324 Marketing and Sales
This course provides a practical and managerial approach to the principles and applications of marketing in organizations and in the marketplace. Topics include the marketing process and strategic planning; the global marketing environment; developing marketing opportunities and strategies; developing the marketing mix through product development, pricing strategies, distribution channels and promotion techniques and managing marketing through customer relationships, social responsibility and marketing ethics. Prerequisite: None. 3.00 credits.
60 hours
BU 430 Project Management
This course provides instruction in the principles and concepts of project management. Topics include project management concepts; needs identification techniques; proposed solutions preparation; the project life cycle; the project manager responsibilities and skills; the effective project team; types of project organizations; project communications and documentation; project planning, scheduling, and control; resource considerations; and cost planning and performance evaluation. Prerequisite: None. 3.00 credits.
80 hours
BU 465 Human Resources Management
This course focuses on the role of management in the staffing and development of human resources. Topics include planning, organizing, and staffing issues; how to develop and direct staff and controlling human resources in businesses. Prerequisite: BU430 Project Management. 3.00 credits.
60 hours
BU 104 Business Principles and Management
This course describes the setup and operation of an independent business. Topics will include writing a business plan, obtaining financing, office management, advertising and interacting with prospective clients. This course introduces the environment of Canadian business with topics that serve as a foundation for further study of management practices. Topics include the environments that businesses operate in; the organizational structures of businesses; management functions in an enterprise; and the challenges of managing marketing, operations, information technology, finance and human resources. Prerequisite: BU460. 3.00 credits.
80 hours
WE 194 Internship
The internship component of the program is the practical application of a student’s knowledge and skills in an industry environment. The industry shall be directly related to the student’s program of study. The internship requires full-time day attendance working in the industry setting. The duration of the internship is three weeks, during which the student must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 80 hours of work experience. Prerequisite: All courses in the program. 4.00 credits.
