International Business Degrees Online

BUS 100. ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES I: FINANCIAL
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: None
The objective of this course is to provide the financial accounting principles within which a company functions. Topics include measuring income, establishing financial position, and reporting the results of the accounting cycle.

BUS 101. ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES II: MANAGERIAL
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: BUS 100
The focus of this course is on planning and controlling business operations. The course includes data analysis, budgets, product costing and pricing, and quantitative decision-making.

BUS 120. THE ENVIRONMENT OF MODERN BUSINESS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: None
A survey course to introduce the student to the various components and issues relating to modern business. Topics to be covered include: management, operations, human behavior in business settings, human resources, marketing, financial management and planning both personal and enterprise, and business ethical issues. The focus of the course will be the introduction to the student of the business faculty and the different aspects of business practices today, the interaction between global business, people, and the governments, and the issues facing enterprises large and small. Business career opportunities will also be addressed during each part of the course.

BUS 165. BUSINESS DECISION ANALYSIS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: None
The success of business executives and managers depends on their decision-making abilities and sound knowledge they incorporate in their decision-making process. The Business Decision Analysis course covers concepts and quantitative tools as aids in managerial decision making. Students will learn to utilize algebraic techniques and computer technology to solve business decision problems. They will be introduced to the concepts of probability and time value of money, their importance to business and how to incorporate them in business problems and solving them. A wide range of business applications will be covered, including many from transportation, logistics, the maritime industry, and international business.

BUS 185. STUDY ABROAD ELECTIVE

BUS 190. CRUISE PORT ANALYSIS
CLASS HOURS: 1, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: Cruise
Students conduct studies of ports to be visited during cruise. They plan and arrange for site visits, factory or transport enterprise visits, seminars, and other activities to be conducted while in port, and/or during voyages.

BUS 200. INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: ECO 100
This course introduces the student to the marketing function in a business environment. The various marketing components of product, price, promotion, and place are examined in the con-text of the competitive business arena. Case studies and the analysis of marketing plans are discussed.

BUS 205. BUSINESS STATISTICS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: MTH 205
This foundation course discusses statistical methods that management would find useful in solving common business problems. The course discusses such topics as decision-making in the face of uncertainty, probability and expectation, estimation, tests of hypothesis, regression analysis, and analysis of variance.

BUS 220. BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: None
Focuses on the three main communication skills required by a decision-maker: written, oral, and presentational. Besides communication skills, the course also has a critical thinking component that builds analytical skills and includes library and Internet research.
Formerly BUS 320

BUS 300. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: ECO 100
This course introduces the student to the effects of multi-national operations on business strategy and decision making by exploring the economic, political, financial, legal, and social nature of the international environment. The formulation, selection, and implementation of multi-national strategies are examined in the context of the global business environment.

BUS 301. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS II—COUNTRY RESEARCH ANALYSIS AND GLOBAL
MARKETING
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: BUS 120, BUS 200, BUS 300
Students explore, in detail, some major issues of doing business globally, such as environment, supply chain competition, regulation, security, exchange rates and international finance, and legal and cultural issues. Focus will be principally maritime and transport related. Students learn through case studies and research and analysis of specific country information from major international organizations.

BUS 302. PRINCIPLES OF RESEARCH DESIGN, IMPLEMENTATION & ANALYSIS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: BUS 205, or an equivalent at least sophomore level statistics course from transfer credits or another Cal Maritime department.
Corequisite: BUS 302L
The purpose of this course is to give students a working appreciation of both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. The classroom presentations will focus on theory and examples; the lab will give students an opportunity to put theory into practice by designing, implementing and analyzing a business research project. Student teams conduct work on the projects. Within the teams there will be a cross-functional approach so that each student will be involved at one time or another in assignments that involve all major aspects of the research project. In addition to the usual evaluation by the professor, peer evaluations will round out the students’ project experiences.

BUS 302L. PRINCIPLES OF RESEARCH DESIGN, IMPLEMENTATION & ANALYSIS LAB
LAB HOURS: 2, CREDIT: 1
Prerequisite: Same as for BUS 302.
Corequisite: BUS 302

BUS 305. MONEY AND BANKING
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: BUS 205, BUS 310, ECO 100, ECO 101
This course examines the structure of our banking system at the federal, state, and local levels. The impact of the monetary and fiscal policy on this system, market behavior and the participants, and the organization and function of the money markets are addressed.

BUS 310. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: BUS 101, BUS 205, MTH 205
Introduction to management and formation of capital; the finance function and its environment; techniques of financial analysis; planning and control; management of working capital; capital budgeting; cost of capital; money and capital market analysis; management of capital structure.

BUS 385. STUDY ABROAD ELECTIVE

BUS 390. INDEPENDENT STUDY

BUS 395. SPECIAL TOPICS

BUS 400. BUSINESS AND SOCIETY
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisite: ECO 101
Analysis of the American business system in terms of socioeconomic and political constraints imposed upon business organizations by external environments. Special reference to ethical issues in business, corporate social responsibility, and profit maximization.

BUS 405. BUSINESS LEADERSHIP AND GROUP DYNAMICS
CLASS HOURS: 3, CREDIT: 3
Prerequisites: BUS 220, CEP 300, EGL 300, Senior Class Standing
Behavioral and psychological aspects of leadership in the business environment are the focus of this course. Behavioral concepts include practical training in how to follow, development of skills in leadership, communication, team membership, and management of personal stress. Psychological concepts include attitude development, corporate culture values, and personality assessment. In addition, students perform a detailed leadership analysis of their co-op (or other work experience, with instructor’s approval), resulting in a professional paper, and an oral presentation in class.

BUS 1301 Business Foundations Seminar. An introduction to business practices, management principles and functional disciplines within organizations. It will introduce the student to contemporary issues in business within the context of the economic, moral, political, social and legal pressures on business decision-making.

BUS 1310 Financial Accounting. Developing an understanding of accounting processes, this course will focus on the preparation and use of accounting reports for business entities. An understanding of the uses of accounting for external reporting, emphasizing accounting as a provider of financial information, will be stressed.

BUS 3101 Applied Computer Technology. Development of skills necessary to facilitate problem solving, decision making, and communication with technology. Skill development competencies include spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. Prerequisite: BUS 1301 Introduction to Business.

BUS 3302 Leadership and Organizations. An introduction to the process of leading within the framework and structure of complex organizations. The course examines leadership theory and behavioral science research with an emphasis on the development of leadership and interpersonal skills through self-assessment, case analysis, and experiential exercises. Prerequisite: BUS 1301 or equivalent.

BUS 3303 Theory of Management. This course provides an understanding of the nature and origins of evolving managerial concepts and their application in contemporary enterprises. Students will examine the historic and contemporary development of strategic perspectives and organization principles within the context of the growth of American business during the industrial revolution. Prerequisite: BUS 1301 or equivalent. (Credit may not be earned for both BUS 3303 and BLT 3312.)

BUS 3304 Practice of Management. The application of contemporary management theory to the operational aspects of businesses and non-profit organizations. Human resource concepts important in the management of individuals and groups are discussed and applied through the use of case study, experiential exercise, or simulation. Prerequisite: BUS 1301 or equivalent. (Credit may not be earned for both BUS 3304 and BLT 2311.)

BUS 3305 Global Business. The goal of this course is to provide foundations for taking effective action in the dynamic, multi-faceted world of international business. The course seeks to answer two basic questions about doing international business: What is different from doing business in the U.S.? What is new in terms of the history of international business conduct over the last 20 years? External company issues include environment of countries, culture, regulatory environment, political and economic issues. Internal company decisions discussed include alternatives for international business conduct, trade economics and financial management, competitive strategy, organizing the international activity, and issues relating to culture, ethics, marketing, logistics, human resources, and technology issues. The course provides the basic framework for understanding competitiveness in international business at the level of the industry, location, and firm.

BUS 3306 Communications in Business.
Business professionals must be excellent communicators who can use rhetoric and persuasion to convey ideas. This course is designed to help students develop a communication strategy for effective management. Students will focus on the mechanics of persuasion, argumentation, analysis and critique. Special consideration will also be given to understanding cross cultural business communication. It is recommended that the course be taken in the first two years of the business leadership program.

BUS 3310 Fundamentals of Finance. The foundational principles for managing the financial function within an organization. Students will learn how to value uncertain cash flows, develop an understanding of the concept of risk, examine the relationship between risk and return, and develop an understanding of the relationship between accounting and finance. Course equivalent to ECO 3322; credit may be applied to a degree for only one of the two courses. Prerequisite: ECO 1311 or equivalent.

BUS 3311 Accounting Information Systems. A study of the manual and automated records, documents, procedures and controls used in accounting systems. Course content emphasis is placed on information technology and the use of technology in financial accounting, decision-making, and auditing. Prerequisite: BUS 1310.

BUS 3312 Intermediate Financial Accounting I. Advanced study of the theory and practice of corporate financial accounting and reporting, including the preparation of financial statements and disclosures. Content focuses on measurement and reporting issues relating to receivables, inventories, intangible assets, property and equipment. Prerequisite: BUS 1310.

BUS 3313 Intermediate Financial Accounting II. Advanced study of the theory and practice of corporate financial accounting and reporting focusing on current liabilities, long-term debt, investments, stockholders’ equity, and the statement of cash flows. Content also includes accounting issues related to investments, bonds, pensions, leases, deferred income taxes, earnings per share, comprehensive income, accounting changes, error analysis, and full disclosure in financial accounting. Prerequisite: BUS 3312 and BUS 3310.

BUS 3314 Managerial Accounting. Emphasizes uses of accounting statements in management decisions and budgeting for business operations; focus is on the internal use of accounting information. Prerequisite: BUS 1310. Completion or concurrent enrollment in BUS 3330 is recommended.

BUS 3320 Marketing Theory and Practice. An introduction to the marketing approaches applied by business firms and other organizations. Attention focuses on the influence of the marketplace; the process of determining an enterprise’s products, prices, channels, and communication strategies; and the preparation of a marketing plan. BUS 1301 and Junior or Senior class standing.

BUS 3321 International Marketing Management. A study of the global strategic planning, pricing, promotion and distribution of goods or services. Focus is directed toward the impact of culture, legal and political forces, demographic differences, and competitive forces on marketing decision making. Topical coverage includes import/export, multinational market regions and emerging markets, and international advertising and sales. Prerequisite: BUS 3320.

BUS 3322 Market Research. A study of the quantitative and qualitative research methodologies necessary for systematically evaluating buyer needs and preferences, buyer behavior, and market profiles. Emphasis is focused on the collection, analysis and representation of market information to aid marketing decision making. Prerequisite: MAT 2305 Introduction to Statistics or equivalent and BUS 3320.

BUS 3323 Buyer Behavior Management. A study of the psychological foundations underlying the cognitive processing of marketing communications, the attraction of buyers to a product or service, the buying decision, and the post-buying evaluation. Emphasis is focused on improving management decisions regarding pricing, promotion, design, and distribution of goods or services. Prerequisite: BUS 3320.

BUS 3324 Selling and Sales Management. A study of sales techniques and marketing activities focused on establishing and maintaining an active sales organization through management of the personal selling function. This course examines the strategic and tactical dimensions of sales force management, including staffing and management of sales personnel, performance evaluation, selling technique training and maximizing sales revenue generation. Prerequisite: BUS 3320.

BUS 3330 Production and Operations Management. An introduction to the facility and distribution alternatives available in the functional activities of materials procurement, materials transformation, and product distribution. Focuses on the creation of value for customers. BUS 1301 and Junior or Senior class standing.

BUS 3340 Legal Environment. The study of law and jurisprudence relating to the conduct of business and corporate not-for-profit entities. Legal topics include forms of organization, contracts, torts, negotiable instruments and securities, product liability, agency, insurance, employment, bankruptcy, governmental regulation, and legal forms and processes. Jurisprudential subjects include the relationship of law to the economic, political and social orders, the evolution of Anglo-American common law, and comparative legal systems with particular attention to the Napoleonic Code. Prerequisite: BUS 1301 and Junior or Senior class standing.

BUS 3341 Business and Society. A study of the legal, political, and cultural dimensions of business practices and decisions. Among the topics treated are: Recognizing and responding to social issues; the cultural impact of business in developing countries; the rights and obligations of business in community, national, and international milieux. Prerequisite: BUS 1301

BUS 3V52 Topics in Business Leadership. The study of theory and practice related to contemporary business issues or as detailed or intensive coverage of advanced discipline specific content. Topics will vary, and course may be repeated for credit for different topics. Prerequisite: BUS 1301, Junior or Senior class standing, and approval by a College of Business faculty advisor.

BUS 3V57 Business Internship. Enables students to develop practical skills and knowledge in a business environment. The internship is complemented by periodic campus seminars and submission of a final paper or project. The guidelines and forms for Internships apply. Graded pass/no pass. Prerequisite: BUS 1301 and Junior or Senior class standing.

BUS 4101 Human Resource Skills. Development of the human resource skills necessary for the effective supervision of employees. Skill development topics include employment interviews, performance appraisals, on-the-job training and orientation, discipline, investigation, counseling, and termination. Prerequisite: BUS 1301 Introduction to Business.

BUS 4303 Organizational Behavior Theory. An advanced study of the theory underlying the practice of managing behavior in organizations. Classic and contemporary readings in management, organizational behavior, social psychology, and industrial-organizational psychology will be used to develop the students’ understanding of topics including individual differences, perception, attitudes, social cognition, motivation, interpersonal relations, and group behavior in work organizations. Prerequisite: BUS 3302.

BUS 4314 Federal Income Taxation. Fundamentals of federal income tax accounting for individuals and organizations, partnerships, and corporations. Individual level topics include income and exclusions, statutory deductions, depreciation, sale of business assets, capital gains and losses, and computation of tax. Organization level topics include the formation, income taxation, and liquidation of flow. Prerequisite: BUS 3313.

BUS 4315 Auditing Principles. A financial accounting study of the topic of auditing focusing on the audit of financial statements. Topics also covered include professional ethics, internal and operational auditing, forensic accounting, and assurance services. Prerequisite: BUS 3313.

BUS 4321 Retail Management. A study of merchandising management focusing on buying, distribution, inventory control, store location and layout, promotion and advertising, and product pricing. Prerequisite: BUS 3320.

BUS 4325 Integrated Marketing Communications. A study of the strategic influence of customers and stakeholders by organizations through advertising and other forms of promotion. This course content focuses on the primary components of promotion management, such as promotion mix, promotional budgeting, and the determination of appropriate messages and media, with the goal of developing integrated marketing communication strategies. Prerequisite: BUS 3320.

BUS 4V52 Topics in Business Leadership. The study of theory and practice related to contemporary business issues or as detailed or intensive coverage of advanced discipline specific content. Topics will vary, and course may be repeated for credit for different topics. Prerequisite: BUS 1301, Junior or Senior class standing, and approval by a College of Business faculty advisor.

BUS 4V61 Independent Study. Independent research under the guidance of a full time College of Business faculty member. Prerequisite: Declared major in Business Leadership, Senior class standing, and approval of the College’s Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs.

BUS 4490 Senior Leadership Seminar. Integration and application of the knowledge and skills gained throughout the business leadership program through the study of global leadership strategies. Students will be required to demonstrate an integrated and applied understanding of strategic leadership theory and management principles in a global context. The seminar semester includes completion of the Senior Comprehensive Exam. Prerequisite: final Spring semester of study and approval of a College of Business Undergraduate Faculty Advisor.