Course Descriptions
Please note: CHS follows a policy of replacing textbooks when current editions are revised or discontinued. The following course listings are in effect at the time of publication and are subject to change, amendment, or deletion as deemed appropriate.
Business
BU49 Accounting
Accounting concepts, principles and procedures are introduced in this course. Four accounting cycles are covered: Cycle 1–service business organized as a proprietorship with multi-column journal applications; Cycle 2–automated cycle; Cycle 3–merchandising business organized as a partnership with expanded multi-column journal applications; Cycle 4–merchandising business organized as a corporation with special journal applications. Prerequisite: Citizens' Business Math or a demonstrated mastery of general or higher level math skills.
BU44 Business Law & Management
Part one of this introductory course covers the basic foundations of business law. Business law topics include: law and justice; contracts; property; employment law; forms of business organizations; and law and finance in the business world. Part two covers the basics of managing a business in today's world. Business management topics include: business environment and ownership; information and communication systems; production and marketing management; financial management; human resources management; and ethical and legal responsibilities. Ample end-of-chapter worktext exercises and activities along with a dedicated educational publisher website allow students to apply and compare what they have learned to real-life situations and businesses.
BU47 Business Office Skills
This comprehensive course presents what the office is now and what, because of revolutionary technological developments, it is fast becoming. Students completing this course will be able to adapt positively to the inevitable changes in the workplace. The five parts of the course focus on: the office environment and working with others; technical skills and knowledge; critical office procedures and support skills; communication and problem-solving skills; and employment skills needed to be successful in today's business office.
BU50 Computer Keyboarding/Typing
This introductory course covers the development of basic keyboarding/typing skills and the mastery of fundamental word processing applications such as personal and business letters, memos and e-mail, unbound and bound reports, and statistical tables. A textbook workplace simulation allows the student to apply what has been learned by completing documents generally found in today's business offices. The beginning student should be able to key (type) at least 30 to 35 words per minute upon completion of this course. NOTE: The completion of the activities in the textbook for this course requires access to a computer and word processing software.
BU45 Entrepreneurship & Marketing
Part one of this course introduces students to the process of becoming business owners and managers. Entrepreneurship topics include: becoming an entrepreneur; selecting a type of ownership; developing a business plan; developing a marketing plan; hiring and managing staff; and financing, protecting, and insuring your business. Part two further explores how to market your business in today's world. Business marketing topics include: the world of marketing; meet customer needs; planning products and services; promotions and selling; integrated marketing communications; pricing and distribution. Ample end-of-chapter worktext exercises and activities along with a dedicated educational publisher website allow students to apply and compare what they have learned to real-life situations and businesses.
BU43 Intro to Business/ E-Commerce
This two-part course introduces the student to what business is, how it operates, and how it is managed. Part one, Intro to Business, topics include: the economic environment; business in the U.S. economy; management; issues in the global economy; consumers in the U.S. economy; and finance in the global economy. Part two, E-Commerce, explores the tremendous growth of business via the Internet. Topics include: what is E-commerce; business-to-business E-commerce; create your advertisement; behind the Web; connecting the Dot Coms; and legal and ethical issues. Ample end-of-chapter worktext exercises and activities along with a dedicated educational publisher website allow students to apply and compare what they have learned to real-life situations and businesses.
BU46 Retail Business & Selling
Part one of this course introduces students to the world of retail business and to the importance of retail businesses to consumers everywhere. Retail business topics include: the retail industry; plan your business strategy; select and handle merchandise; evaluate store's location and design; manage your business functions; legal and ethical retailing. Part two covers the art of selling in today's business world and how to develop good selling techniques in your chosen business career. Topics include: successful selling; technology and selling; preparing to sell; developing the sale; closing and beyond; retail selling. Ample end-of-chapter worktext exercises and activities along with a dedicated educational publisher website allow students to apply and compare what they have learned to real-life situations and businesses.
