Associate Degrees for Transfer
A.S.-T. in Business Administration 2.0
The Associate in Science in Business Administration 2.0 for Transfer Degree program provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements for transfer to the California State University. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system. Students should work closely with their Folsom Lake College counselor to ensure that they are taking the appropriate coursework to prepare for majoring in Business Administration at the institution they wish to transfer to because major and general education requirements may vary for each CSU and the degree may only transfer to specific institutions.
This program has the following completion requirements:
(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
(A) The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements.
(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
ADTs also require that students must earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting |
4 |
| ACCT 311 |
Managerial Accounting |
4 |
| BUS 300 |
Introduction to Business |
3 |
| BUS 340 |
Business Law (3) |
3 |
| or BUS 345 |
Law and Society (3) |
|
| ECON 302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
3 |
| ECON 304 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
| MATH 341 |
Calculus for Business and Economics (4) |
4 - 5 |
| or MATH 343 |
Modern Business Mathematics (4) |
|
| or MATH 400 |
Calculus I (5) |
|
| STAT 300 |
Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4) |
4 |
| Total Units: |
|
28 - 29 |
The Associate in Science in Business Administration 2.0 for Transfer (AS-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable,
semester units with a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, including (a) a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") for each course in the major or area
of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the
California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- identify and explain the major functional areas of the business organizations including management, marketing, finance, and accounting.
- apply commonly used computer application programs to create relevant business documents.
- apply accounting and mathematical concepts and principles in making decisions about business operations.
- assess the relationships and interdependencies of economic, social, legal, and global environments in which businesses operate.
Account executive, analyst, bank employee, buyer, manager, entrepreneur, financial planner, government service, insurance representative, investment counselor, public administration, purchasing agent, retail/industrial sales, stockbroker. Some options may require more than 2 years of study and additional licensing.
Associate Degrees
A.A. in Accounting
The Accounting degree is designed for students planning to seek accounting positions in business, industry, or government upon completion of two years of college study. The program also meets the needs of employed individuals seeking to learn applications of accounting theory as practiced in the field. The program provides the foundation for individuals to prepare financial statements and record business transactions for all types of business and industry. Students develop a strong knowledge base of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting procedures. Communication skills, teamwork, computer technology, and ethical behavior are also emphasized.
For those students interested in transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in this major, it is critical that students meet with an FLC counselor to select and plan the courses to fulfill major requirements. Schools vary widely in terms of the required preparation. The courses that FLC require for an A.A. degree in this major may be different from the requirements needed for a Bachelor’s degree.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 103 |
Intermediate Accounting - Part I |
4 |
| ACCT 104 |
Intermediate Accounting - Part II |
4 |
| ACCT 107 |
Auditing |
3 |
| ACCT 111 |
Cost Accounting |
3 |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting |
4 |
| ACCT 311 |
Managerial Accounting |
4 |
| ACCT 341 |
Computerized Accounting (3) |
3 |
| or ACCT 342 |
Accounting Information Systems (SAP) (3) |
|
| BUS 340 |
Business Law |
3 |
| BUSTEC 363 |
Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets |
1 |
| BUSTEC 364 |
Intermediate Electronic Spreadsheets |
1 |
| ECON 302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics (3) |
3 |
| Total Units: |
|
33 |
The Accounting Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives
to meet a 60-unit total. See FLC graduation requirements.
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- record, classify, summarize and report the business transactions of a company.
- prepare financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
- analyze and prepare financial information for management decision-making.
- communicate financial information effectively within a business environment
- provide management support in the budgeting, planning and decision-making processes.
- understand the role of ethics and standards of professional conduct in the accounting profession.
- integrate the principles of business, business law, taxation, and economics into accounting functions.
- apply principles of accounting to business situations and to understand other functions of business: marketing, management, finance and information processing.
Career Opportunities: Entry-level employment opportunities include positions in accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and cost accounting. Job titles include Account Clerk and Payroll Clerk. Promotional opportunities include higher-level responsibilities in these areas and the areas of general ledger, financial statement preparation, and financial statement analysis. Job titles include Senior Account Clerk, Accounting Technician, and Office Manager/Bookkeeper.
A.A. in Business Analyst/Data Analytics
The Business Analyst/Data Analytics program focuses on the skills and technical training necessary to conduct business operations analysis in order to control technical and operational budgets and to develop business strategies. The curriculum explores the use of data in decision-making, project management techniques, and the uses of databases to make business decisions.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting |
4 |
| ACCT 311 |
Managerial Accounting |
4 |
| ACCT 341 |
Computerized Accounting (3) |
3 |
| or ACCT 342 |
Accounting Information Systems (SAP) (3) |
|
| BUS 302 |
Introduction to Business Analysis |
3 |
| BUS 303 |
Introduction to Business Data and Data Analytics |
3 |
| BUS 310 |
Business Communications |
3 |
| COMM 301 |
Introduction to Public Speaking |
3 |
| ECON 304 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
| PRJMGT 300 |
Introduction to Project Management |
3 |
| STAT 300 |
Introduction to Probability and Statistics |
4 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: |
3 |
| BUS 300 |
Introduction to Business (3) |
|
| BUS 304 |
Introduction to Business Process Integration (3) |
|
| BUS 340 |
Business Law (3) |
|
| CISC 310 |
Introduction to Computer Information Science (3) |
|
| ECON 302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics (3) |
|
| MAKR 101 |
The Internet of Things (3) |
|
| MGMT 362 |
Techniques of Management (3) |
|
| Total Units: |
|
36 |
The Business Analyst/Data Analytics Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives
to meet a 60-unit total. See FLC graduation requirements.
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- describe the process of business analysis.
- apply communication theory, effective writing techniques, and presentation skills to business situations.
- demonstrate the ability to formulate and implement a project plan given specific scenarios.
- analyze data, data analytics, and statistics to solve business problems.
- analyze and prepare financial information for management decision-making.
Business Analyst, Staff Services Analyst, Administrative Analyst, Manager, Supervisor, Analyst Intern, and Management Analyst Assistant.
A.A. in Business: General
This program provides an overview of business fundamentals for students interested in business occupations including positions in finance, marketing, and management. The program is also recommended for general government service occupations.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting (4) |
4 |
| BUS 300 |
Introduction to Business |
3 |
| BUS 310 |
Business Communications |
3 |
| BUS 330 |
Managing Diversity in the Workplace |
3 |
| BUS 345 |
Law and Society (3) |
3 |
| or BUS 340 |
Business Law (3) |
|
| MGMT 362 |
Techniques of Management |
3 |
| MKT 300 |
Principles of Marketing |
3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: |
3 |
| ECON 302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics (3) |
|
| BUS 320 |
Concepts in Personal Finance (3) |
|
| ECON 320 |
Concepts in Personal Finance (3) |
|
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: |
3 |
| BUSTEC 360 |
Word Processing Beyond the Essentials (2) |
|
| BUSTEC 367 |
Database and Records Management (3) |
|
| CISC 310 |
Introduction to Computer Information Science (3) |
|
| BUSTEC 362 |
Comprehensive Electronic Spreadsheets (2) |
|
| A minimum of 6 units from the following: |
6 |
|
Selected from one of the following concentrations: Accounting, Business, BUSTEC, Computer Information Science, Management, Marketing, Project Management, or Real Estate.
|
| A minimum of 1 unit from the following: |
1 |
| BUS 498 |
Work Experience in Business (0.5 - 4) |
|
| Total Units: |
|
35 |
The Business: General Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives
to meet a 60-unit total. See FLC graduation requirements.
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- identify and explain the major functional areas of business organizations including management, marketing, finance, and accounting.
- develop leadership skills that are effective in managing a multicultural workforce.
- analyze practical business problems and integrate research and critical thinking to evaluate and recommend alternative solutions.
- apply accounting concepts and principles to make decisions about business operations.
- integrate management principles in relationship to finance, personnel, products, services, and information.
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing in various business settings.
- apply commonly used computer application programs to create relevant business documents.
Career Opportunities: Account executive, analyst, bank employee, buyer, manager, entrepreneur, financial planner, government service, insurance representative, investment counselor, public administration, purchasing agent, retail/industrial sales, stockbroker. Some options may require more than 2 years of study and additional licensing.
A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences
The Interdisciplinary Studies degree is designed for students who wish a broad knowledge of arts and sciences plus additional coursework in a prescribed “Area of Emphasis”. This program is a good choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University or University of California. The student will be able to satisfy general education requirements, plus focus on transferable coursework that relates to a specific major and/or individual interest. This degree will have an "Area of Emphasis" in Social and Behavioral Sciences. These courses emphasize the perspectives, concepts, theories, and methodologies of the disciplines typically found in the vast variety of disciplines that comprise study in the Social and Behavioral Sciences. Students will study about themselves and others as members of a larger society. Topics and discussions to stimulate critical thinking about ways people have acted in response to their societies will allow students to evaluate how societies and social subgroups operate. (Possible majors at a four-year institution include, but are not limited to: history, sociology, social studies, psychology, and family consumer science.)
It is highly recommended that students consult a counselor to determine the classes within each area that will best prepare them for their intended transfer major.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| A minimum of 18 units from the following: |
18 |
|
Select courses from at least 3 different disciplines.
|
| ADMJ 300 |
Introduction to Administration of Justice (3) |
|
| ADMJ 302 |
Community Relations: Multicultural Issues (3) |
|
| ADMJ 320 |
Concepts of Criminal Law (3) |
|
| ANTH 310 |
Cultural Anthropology (3) |
|
| ANTH 319 |
Visual Anthropology: Introduction to Ethnographic Film (3) |
|
| ANTH 323 |
Introduction to Archaeology (3) |
|
| ANTH 330 |
Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion (3) |
|
| ANTH 341 |
Introduction to Linguistics (3) |
|
| BUS 320 |
Concepts in Personal Finance (3) |
|
| or ECON 320 |
Concepts in Personal Finance (3) |
|
| BUS 330 |
Managing Diversity in the Workplace (3) |
|
| BUS 340 |
Business Law (3) |
|
| BUS 345 |
Law and Society (3) |
|
| COMM 325 |
Intercultural Communication (3) |
|
| COMM 341 |
Organizational Communication (3) |
|
| COMM 351 |
Mass Media and Society (3) |
|
| COMM 363 |
Introduction to Communication Theory (3) |
|
| ECON 302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics (3) |
|
| ECON 304 |
Principles of Microeconomics (3) |
|
| ECE 312 |
Child Development (3) |
|
| or PSYC 372 |
Child Development (3) |
|
| ECE 314 |
The Child, the Family and the Community (3) |
|
| ECE 330 |
Infant and Toddler Development (3) |
|
| ECE 430 |
Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education (3) |
|
| ETHNS 300 |
Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3) |
|
| ETHNS 320 |
Introduction to African American Studies (3) |
|
| ETHNS 330 |
Introduction to Asian American Studies (3) |
|
| ETHNS 360 |
Introduction to Chicana/o/x Studies (3) |
|
| ETHNS 350 |
Introduction to Native American Studies (3) |
|
| GEOG 310 |
Human Geography: Exploring Earth's Cultural Landscapes (3) |
|
| GEOG 322 |
Geography of California (3) |
|
| HIST 307 |
History of World Civilizations to 1500 (3) |
|
| HIST 308 |
History of World Civilizations, 1500 to Present (3) |
|
| HIST 310 |
History of the United States (To 1877) (3) |
|
| HIST 311 |
History of the United States (1865 - Present) (3) |
|
| HIST 314 |
Recent United States History (3) |
|
| HIST 319 |
American Environmental History (3) |
|
| HIST 331 |
Women in American History (3) |
|
| HIST 344 |
Survey of California History: A Multicultural Perspective (3) |
|
| HIST 368 |
History of France (3) |
|
| JOUR 310 |
Mass Media and Society (3) |
|
| NUTRI 310 |
Cultural Foods of the World (3) |
|
| POLS 301 |
Introduction to Government: United States (3) |
|
| POLS 302 |
Comparative Politics (3) |
|
| POLS 310 |
Introduction to International Relations (3) |
|
| POLS 320 |
Introduction to Political Theory (3) |
|
| PSYC 300 |
General Principles (3) |
|
| PSYC 312 |
Biological Psychology (4) |
|
| PSYC 320 |
Social Psychology (3) |
|
| PSYC 335 |
Research Methods in Psychology (3) |
|
| PSYC 340 |
Abnormal Behavior (3) |
|
| PSYC 356 |
Human Sexuality (3) |
|
| PSYC 368 |
Cross Cultural Psychology (3) |
|
| or SWHS 331 |
Cross Cultural Psychology (3) |
|
| PSYC 370 |
Human Development: A Life Span (3) |
|
| SJS 300 |
Introduction to Social Justice Studies (3) |
|
| SOC 300 |
Introductory Sociology (3) |
|
| SOC 301 |
Social Problems (3) |
|
| SOC 310 |
Marriage and the Family (3) |
|
| SOC 321 |
Race, Ethnicity and Inequality in the United States (3) |
|
| SOC 341 |
Sex and Gender in the U.S. (3) |
|
| SOC 379 |
Making Social Change (3) |
|
| SWHS 302 |
Introduction to Psychology of Human Relations (3) |
|
| Total Units: |
|
18 |
The Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives
to meet a 60-unit total. See FLC graduation requirements.
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- evaluate how societies and social subgroups operate (Social and Behavioral Sciences).
A.A. in Public Management/Civil Service
This program is designed for students interested in careers in state, county, or municipal governments and community-based nonprofit organizations. The curriculum focuses on various competency areas for those wishing either to upgrade their managerial skills or enhance their existing abilities. This program prepares students for careers in civil service. The courses in the program are transferable to the CSU system.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting |
4 |
| ACCT 311 |
Managerial Accounting |
4 |
| BUS 340 |
Business Law |
3 |
| COMM 301 |
Introduction to Public Speaking |
3 |
| ECON 302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
3 |
| STAT 300 |
Introduction to Probability and Statistics |
4 |
| Total Units: |
|
21 |
The Public Management/Civil Service Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives
to meet a 60-unit total. See FLC graduation requirements.
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- provide a comprehensive introduction of the theoretical and practical field of public management.
- develop an understanding of the role of the public manager as it relates to organizational relations, leadership, ethics, fiscal management and policy-making.
- develop an understanding of the political, intergovernmental, and external environments in which public managers operate.
- enhance the students’ academic writing skills for public sector employment.
- prepare students with the skills and knowledge to work in the public and nonprofit sectors.
Program career opportunities include entry level public and non-profit agency careers including Public or Civil Service Program Analyst, Public or Civil Service Program Specialist, Public or Civil Service Program Officer, Non-Profit Agency Worker, Auditor, and Non-Profit Agency Assistant Director.
A.A. in Small Business Management: Entrepreneurship
The Small Business Management degree provides training and education for those wishing to own or manage a small entrepreneurial venture. The various elements involved in starting and operating a small business are covered.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting (4) |
4 |
| ACCT 311 |
Managerial Accounting |
4 |
| BUS 300 |
Introduction to Business (3) |
3 |
| or BUS 350 |
Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship (3) |
|
| BUS 340 |
Business Law (3) |
3 |
| or BUS 345 |
Law and Society (3) |
|
| ECON 302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
3 |
| ECON 304 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
| MATH 343 |
Modern Business Mathematics (4) |
4 |
| or STAT 300 |
Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4) |
|
| A minimum of 6 units from the following: |
6 |
| BUS 330 |
Managing Diversity in the Workplace (3) |
|
| BUS 355 |
Introduction to Global Entrepreneurship (3) |
|
| MKT 300 |
Principles of Marketing (3) |
|
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: |
3 |
| BUSTEC 360 |
Word Processing Beyond the Essentials (2) |
|
| BUSTEC 363 |
Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets (1) |
|
| CISC 310 |
Introduction to Computer Information Science (3) |
|
| Total Units: |
|
33 |
The Small Business Management: Entrepreneurship Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives
to meet a 60-unit total. See FLC graduation requirements.
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- evaluate the feasibility of success when starting a new business venture.
- research and compose a business plan that can be used for planning as well as financing.
- employ appropriate management, finance, accounting, and marketing techniques required in operating a business.
- develop effective oral and written communication skills that can be applied in various business settings.
- demonstrate the ability to comprehend, apply, and evaluate standards of ethical behavior in various business settings.
- formulate original ideas and concepts in addition to integrating the ideas of others into the problem solving process.
Career Opportunities: There are a wide array of job opportunities in business, finance, government, and other sectors for an individual with an undergraduate degree in small business management and/or entrepreneurship. There are opportunities to be a small business owner and entrepreneur. Business firms of all sizes provide employment and career opportunities including jobs in small business finance, small business marketing, and small business management. Federal, state, and local government agencies employ individuals with training in small business management and entrepreneurship to assist small businesses with government services and non-profit services.
Certificates of Achievement
New World of Work Certificate
This program contains the skills and knowledge new entrants to the workforce need in preparation for entry-level, non-management, positions in both the private and public sectors.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| BUS 300 |
Introduction to Business (3) |
3 |
| or MGMT 310 |
Introduction to Public Management (3) |
|
| BUS 310 |
Business Communications (3) |
3 |
| or COMM 341 |
Organizational Communication (3) |
|
| HCD 330 |
Life and Career Planning |
1 |
| HCD 345 |
21st Century Workplace Skills |
1 |
| BUS 302 |
Introduction to Business Analysis |
3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: |
3 |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting (4) |
|
| BUS 340 |
Business Law (3) |
|
| ECON 302 |
Principles of Macroeconomics (3) |
|
| PRJMGT 300 |
Introduction to Project Management (3) |
|
| CISC 310 |
Introduction to Computer Information Science (3) |
|
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: |
3 |
| BUS 498 |
Work Experience in Business (0.5 - 4) |
|
| MGMT 498 |
Work Experience in Management (0.5 - 4) |
|
| Total Units: |
|
17 |
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- resolve issues in a positive way utilizing problem solving skills.
- demonstrate the ability to collaborate with diverse groups virtually and within a global context.
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- research using a variety of tools including online resources.
- identify their own transferable skills and strengths that can be applied to work situations.
- assess the needs and challenges of their customers and coworkers in the development of new solutions and services.
- identify the role and responsibilities of the major functional areas of businesses and organizations including planning, management, marketing, human resources, operations, legal issues and accounting and finance
Completion of this program will lead to opportunities for careers in entry level business, non-profit organizations, and public agencies.
Public Management/Civil Service Certificate
This program is designed for students interested in careers in state, county, or municipal governments and community based non-profit organizations. The curriculum focuses on various competency areas for those wishing either to upgrade their managerial skills or enhance their existing abilities. This program prepares students entering Civil Service careers.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting (4) |
4 |
| ACCT 311 |
Managerial Accounting |
4 |
| BUS 300 |
Introduction to Business |
3 |
| MGMT 362 |
Techniques of Management |
3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: |
3 |
| MGMT 372 |
Human Relations and Organizational Behavior (3) |
|
| POLS 301 |
Introduction to Government: United States (3) |
|
| PRJMGT 300 |
Introduction to Project Management (3) |
|
| MGMT 498 |
Work Experience in Management (0.5 - 4) |
|
| Total Units: |
|
17 |
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- identify the various types of public and Civil Service agencies; their administrative structures, lines of authority, roles and accountability.
- define the various levels, roles and concepts, and functions of public management and Civil Service.
- describe the political, intergovernmental and environmental, and ethical impacts facing public managers.
- distinguish the various federal, state and local fiscal planning cycles and their implications for policy making and program evaluation.
- review the development and management of government budgets, including budget formats, budget cycles, budget processes, operating budgets, analysis of revenue and expenditures, related expenditure controls, and cash management and accounting.
Program career opportunities include entry level public and non-profit agency careers including Public or Civil Service Program Analyst, Public or Civil Service Program Specialist, Public or Civil Service Program Officer, Non-Profit Agency Worker, Auditor, and Non-Profit Agency Assistant Director.
Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship Certificate
This certificate is designed for existing and potential entrepreneurs. It provides an organized course of study that enables students to develop their entrepreneurial skills, recognize opportunities, and learn the basics of starting and managing a small business.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting |
4 |
| BUS 300 |
Introduction to Business (3) |
3 |
| or BUS 350 |
Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship (3) |
|
| BUS 302 |
Introduction to Business Analysis |
3 |
| BUS 330 |
Managing Diversity in the Workplace |
3 |
| ECON 304 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
| MGMT 362 |
Techniques of Management |
3 |
| Total Units: |
|
19 |
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- create a business plan that covers all facets of operating a business.
- organize and manage the different business functions necessary for ongoing operations.
- appraise and evaluate business opportunities.
Career Opportunities: There are a wide array of job opportunities in business, finance, government, and other sectors for an individual with an undergraduate degree in small business management and/or entrepreneurship. There are opportunities to be a small business owner and entrepreneur. Business firms of all sizes provide employment and career opportunities including jobs in small business finance, small business marketing, and small business management. Federal, state, and local government agencies employ individuals with training in small business management and entrepreneurship to assist small businesses with government services and non-profit services.
Certificates
Business Analyst Certificate
The program content includes: customer service and stakeholder analysis, problem solving and critical thinking, the role of the business analyst, business analyst tasks, written and verbal communications, and the use of data and information in making business decisions.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ACCT 301 |
Financial Accounting |
4 |
| BUS 302 |
Introduction to Business Analysis |
3 |
| BUS 310 |
Business Communications |
3 |
| MGMT 362 |
Techniques of Management |
3 |
| A minimum of 3 units from the following: |
3 |
| BUS 300 |
Introduction to Business (3) |
|
| PRJMGT 300 |
Introduction to Project Management (3) |
|
| Total Units: |
|
16 |
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- describe the process of business analysis.
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- demonstrate the ability to use data and data analytics in business.
Program career opportunities include entry level positions as an analyst intern or administrative analyst trainee.
Business Information Professional I Certificate
The Business Information Professional I Certificate prepares students for entry-level office, computer, and administrative support positions in a variety of industries. This certification includes courses in: oral and written business communications; computer application skills, including beginning Excel, Word, and Outlook; the fundamentals of computer systems; and critical thinking and problem solving. This certificate is a collaborative certificate and courses are available at multiple colleges. Students can reference the required course list to find more information regarding the courses available at each college. This certificate can be completed 100% online.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| ENGWR 300 |
College Composition (3) |
3 |
| or BUS 100 |
English for the Professional (3) |
|
| or BUS 310 |
Business Communications (3) |
|
| MATH 300 |
Introduction to Mathematical Ideas (3) |
31 |
| BUSTEC 126 |
Outlook: Basics |
12 |
| BUSTEC 305 |
Introduction to Business Information Technology |
3 |
| BUSTEC 307 |
Computer Keyboarding and Skill Building |
3 |
| BUSTEC 309 |
Computer Familiarization |
13 |
| BUSTEC 360 |
Word Processing Beyond the Essentials |
24 |
| BUSTEC 362 |
Comprehensive Electronic Spreadsheets |
25 |
| BUSTEC 366 |
Electronic Presentations |
26 |
| BUSTEC 498 |
Work Experience in Business Technology |
0.5 -4 |
| Total Units: |
|
20.5 - 24 |
1Substitute course, BUS 105 - Business Mathematics, is available at American River College, Cosumnes River College, and Sacramento City College.
2Substitute course, CISA 126 - Outlook: Basics, is available at American River College.
3Substitute course(s), CISC 300 - Computer Familiarization, is available at American River College and Sacramento City College. CISC 302 - Computer Familiarization, is available at Cosumnes River College.
4Substitute course, CISA 305 - Beginning Word Processing, is available at American River College, Cosumnes River College, and Sacramento City College.
5Substitute course, CISA 315 - Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets, is available at American River College, Cosumnes River College, and Sacramento City College.
6Substitute course, CISA 340 - Presentation Graphics, is available at American River College, Cosumnes River College, and Sacramento City College.
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate proficiency in business technology applications.
- demonstrate proficiency in business administration skills.
- demonstrate proficiency in business communication skills.
- apply customer service skills in a business environment and provide a positive customer service experience.
Students who successfully complete the Business Information Professional Certificate are prepared for entry-level positions in office, computer, and administrative support positions in a variety of industries.
Small Winery Marketing Certificate
The program offers comprehensive marketing and management training and workforce development to wine growers, vintners and tasting room operators in the El Dorado and Amador wine areas.
Catalog Date: August 1, 2024
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Units |
| BUSTEC 332 |
Integrated Business Projects |
3 |
| BUSTEC 363 |
Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets |
1 |
| MKT 300 |
Principles of Marketing |
3 |
| VITI 304 |
Wine Component Tasting, Hospitality and Service, and Food Pairing |
3 |
| VITI 306 |
Wines of California (1.5) |
1.5 |
| VITI 307 |
Wines of the Sierra Foothills |
1.5 |
| A minimum of 2 units from the following: |
2 |
| WEXP 498 |
Work Experience in (Subject) (0.5 - 4) |
|
| Total Units: |
|
15 |
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- record, classify, summarize and report the business transactions of an organization.
- develop a comprehensive winery marketing plan.
- evaluate the benefits of using a variety of marketing tools including advertising, publicity, social media marketing and customer relationship marketing.
- identify marketing techniques used to create high velocity sales including online tools, social marketing and customer relationship marketing tools.
Winery tasting room coordinator
Winery social marketing associate
Winery event coordinator
Winery customer relationship specialist
Business (BUS) Courses
BUS 100 English for the Professional
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course is designed to prepare the student for business communication. It presents principles of correct and effective English usage as applied in business. The course focuses on skills and techniques of effective business written communication including appropriate sentence structure, word usage, punctuation, spelling, business vocabulary, and business document formatting. Critical thinking and effective writing techniques are emphasized. This course focuses on teaching students the ability to analyze, compose, and organize written communication into effective business documents. Proofreading skills are stressed throughout the course. This course is required of all business technology majors and recommended for all business majors.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- identify, select, and use appropriate writing aids, references, and Internet resources used in business writing.
- demonstrate the ability to prepare business documents that exhibit a clear understanding of the structure of English grammar, word usage, punctuation, spelling, and business vocabulary.
- analyze and evaluate business documents in order to determine the appropriate format, tone, word usage, punctuation, and purpose.
- compose business documents that demonstrate the essentials of sentence structure, critical thinking, and effective writing techniques.
- revise and edit business documents.
BUS 295 Independent Studies in Business
- Units:1 - 3
- Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
BUS 299 Experimental Offering in Business
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This is the experimental courses description.
BUS 300 Introduction to Business
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: BUS 300 and BUS 330 combined: maximum credit, one course
)
- C-ID:C-ID BUS 110
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course provides a survey of various business areas, including accounting, regulation, negotiation, ethics, information technology, management, marketing, global competition, economics, finance, environmental factors, implementation, communications, leadership, and business planning. The course is designed to be taken by all beginning students interested in business.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- describe the economic, social, legal, and governmental environments in which business organizations operate.
- describe the major functional areas of business organizations including planning, management, marketing, and finance.
- apply course concepts to the business applications.
- critically analyze practical business problems and utilize critical thinking in the determination of alternative solutions.
BUS 302 Introduction to Business Analysis
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
Business analysis includes the practical skills to increase organizational efficiency and effectiveness through business process improvement. This course teaches the essential business skills needed to implement activities and processes that solve basic business problems through the analysis of business data and information. Students will learn the basics of problem solving, analysis of data and information, and basic business mathematic equations, in order to improve business operations.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- apply the fundamental business analysis concepts.
- demonstrate knowledge of business analysis tasks and processes.
- define the role of a business analyst in terms of identifying and comprehending stakeholders' needs.
- identify the key business analyst responsibilities in each of the knowledge areas.
BUS 303 Introduction to Business Data and Data Analytics
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:MATH 120
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course provides an introduction to the core concepts in data and information management. It is centered around the core skills of identifying organizational information requirements used to make business and management decisions. This course covers the fundamental database design, structures, and management systems. The course includes instruction in simple query language to build equity-relationship diagrams a study of data modeling and relational operations to provide management information solutions.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- evaluate analytical problems and examine the process by which data enables analysis and decision making.
- examine the technologies that enable analytical work.
- identify the different sources of data used in business decisions including internal and external data and public and private data sources.
- assemble the useful internal data sources that can be used in business decisions.
- apply techniques used to extract data from
relational databases to make business decisions.
- assess the use of data analytics in the execution of business operational planning.
BUS 304 Introduction to Business Process Integration
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:ACCT 301
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course provides an introduction to business process integration through an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Key business processes including procurement, fulfillment, production, warehouse management, and material planning will be discussed. With hands-on practice, students will learn how to execute key business processes, understand the integrated nature of the processes, and their impact on financial accounting and inventory in the ERP system.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- describe the key business processes in organizations including steps, data, documents, information and outcomes
- identify and understand the key integration points between and among an organization's business processes
- explain how enterprise systems can support business processes
- simulate an ERP system to explore how organizational processes interact with outcome metrics.
BUS 310 Business Communications
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:Eligibility for ENGWR 300
- Advisory:Ability to key 30 or more words a minute and use a current office-level word processing program.
- Transferable:CSU
- General Education:AA/AS Area II(a)
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course applies the theory and principles of ethical and effective written and oral communication to the creation of letters, memos, emails, and written and oral reports for a variety of business situations. The course emphasizes planning, organizing, composing, and revising business documents and creating and delivering professional-level oral reports using word processing software and presentation software. Analytical skills are used to plan, organize, compose, critique, and revise letters, memos, emails, and reports. Messages are broken into their component parts for a critical analysis of organization, content, style, tone, grammar, format, and appearance. Students conduct primary and secondary research to draw conclusions and make recommendations. A formal analytical research paper using APA or MLA style citations and graphics is required. The results of the formal research paper are presented in an oral presentation using presentation software.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the theory and process of effective communication including the elements of the communication process.
- demonstrate an understanding of ethics and social etiquette and sensitivity to audience needs including cross-cultural situations that are applicable in a business environment.
- analyze the elements necessary to plan, organize, write, review, revise and re-write written business documents.
- solve business communication problems through planning, problem solving, organizing, writing, listening and presentation techniques.
- analyze communication in an internationalization and globalization context.
- utilize research and incorporate sources effectively and meaningfully in a formal business report (including graphics).
BUS 320 Concepts in Personal Finance
- Same As:ECON 320
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area III(b)
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course is designed to assist individuals in analyzing their financial affairs. Elements and conceptual basis of financial planning, analysis, and decision making in areas of budgeting, taxes, borrowing, money management, insurance, investments, and retirement will be examined with an emphasis on principles to develop students' economic decision making. Students will be using mathematical concepts as well as reading and interpreting written and oral instructions. This course is not open to students who have received credit for ECON 320.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- evaluate economic needs and goals and design financial models to achieve them.
- analyze the changing economic environment.
- apply economic principles and concepts of individual economic planning.
- analyze the conceptual basis of various economic tools available to the individual as well as the terminology used in their development and implementation.
BUS 330 Managing Diversity in the Workplace
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: BUS 300 and BUS 330 combined: maximum credit, one course.
)
- General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D; IGETC Area 4
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course examines the leadership skills and abilities needed to manage a multicultural workforce. A primary focus is placed upon the workplace impact of various historical, social, and cultural experiences/perspectives related to gender, age, ethnicity, race, and disability. Workforce issues related to the diversity of the American consumers' and global consumers' impact on the United States are analyzed.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- define cultural diversity within the context of the global workplace.
- analyze how language, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, and organizational culture interact to produce an organizational climate.
- demonstrate leadership, negotiation and communication skills that are effective in managing a multicultural workforce.
BUS 340 Business Law
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC (BUS 340 and 341: maximum credit, one course)
- General Education:AA/AS Area V(b)
- C-ID:C-ID BUS 125
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course is an introduction to law as it relates to business. The course covers the American legal system as an instrument of economic, social, and political control. It stresses basic business torts, crime and business, agency, employment, and the legal structures of business. Students may be required to subscribe to the weekly (M-F) edition of a general circulation newspaper.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- explain the historical development of the law and operation of the court system; the sources of commercial law; the social, political and ethical implications of the law and their application to actual and hypothetical business transactions.
- compare and contrast different legal systems as they apply to business law including the different jurisdictions such as local, state and federal systems and highlight/reinforce the difference between and purpose of criminal and tort law.
- evaluate when a promise is enforceable, the elements of a contract, performance, the remedies available in the event of breach and the Uniform Commercial Code specific contract requirements.
- demonstrate the ability to utilize the internet to research legal issues and perform legal research, including the ability to utilize the computer to enhance effective business communications, develop presentations, use appropriate business and legal terminology, the ability to analyze whether a source is a reliable source for legal information, and perform legal research to evaluate and interpret a court citation and locate a court case on an assigned topic.
- interpret regulatory laws, legislation and statutes and discuss how they promote corporate responsibility and ethical decision making, including the ability to appraise the relationship between law and ethics.
- categorize the types of government agencies, powers and functions, controls through congressional action, executive action, and the courts.
- demonstrate how cases progress through the court system from problem, to filing, to trial, and appeal.
- explain a corporation’s legal structure and differentiate it from other forms of business organization, the meaning of limited liability for the owners; describe the relationship of the various stakeholders.
BUS 345 Law and Society
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D; IGETC Area 4
- C-ID:C-ID BUS 120; C-ID LPPS 110
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course is an introduction to the American legal system emphasizing the nature, purpose, sources, and functions of American law but including some comparative analysis of other historical and contemporary legal systems. It stresses the evolution of legal concepts as a reflection of the social environment and the role of the judiciary in establishing social policy. Students may be required to subscribe to a daily newspaper and to bring the paper to class.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- identify issues and apply the appropriate legal rules to the fact patterns to research defensible legal actions (IRAC - Issue, Rule, Application and Conclusion).
- perform legal research, to include evaluating and interpreting a court citation and locating a court case on an assigned topic.
- compare and contrast the theories of jurisprudence and classifications of law.
- categorize the types of government agencies, powers and functions, controls through congressional action, executive action, and the courts.
- differentiate between federal and systems, jurisdiction of courts, the interaction between business managers and lawyers, and the importance of alternate dispute resolution methods.
- demonstrate how cases progress through the court system from problem, to filing, to trial, and appeal.
- describe the constitutional basis for federal government regulation of business, including limits of government power.
- appraise the relationship between law and ethics.
- describe the various agency relationships and the duties and liabilities of agents and principals as the foundation of partnerships and corporations.
- distinguish between torts and crimes and describe the purpose of criminal and tort law.
- evaluate when a promise is enforceable, the elements of a contract, performance, and remedies available in the event of a breach.
- distinguish between contracts governed by the Uniform Commercial Code and those governed by the common law of contracts.
- explain a corporation's legal structure and differentiate it from other forms of business organization, the meaning of limited liability for the owners; describe the relationship of the various stakeholders.
- describe the Constitutional basis for federal governmental regulation of business, including limits of government power.
- describe the major federal acts that pertain to antitrust, securities regulation, employment law, and environmental law.
- compare and contrast state and federal regulation.
- differentiate between the application of domestic and international legal principles.
- integrate the role of logic, critical analysis, imagination, and creativity in the the study and application of the law and the legal process.
- distinguish between torts and crimes and describe the purpose of criminal and tort law
demonstrate an understanding of contracts, classification, contract terms and elements, performance, enforcement, breach, and remedies.
analyze cases and identify issues and apply the appropriate legal rules to the fact patterns to reach defensible legal conclusions.
- analyze how individual rights in our common law legal system interact with the rights of other individuals, businesses, and the government.
BUS 350 Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This class provides an overview of the various elements involved in starting and operating a small business. It introduces such topics as developing a business plan, finding financial resources, developing personal and business goals, meeting legal requirements, understanding marketing concepts, and other topics of interest to the entrepreneur.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- assess the form of business organization to be used based on analysis of small business structure and liability issues.
- explain the importance of a business plan, a financial plan, and a marketing plan.
- apply principles of management and marketing relevant to the small business.
- evaluate various financial reports.
- analyze the impact of various legal requirements and government regulations as related to the operation of a small business.
BUS 355 Introduction to Global Entrepreneurship
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course provides an introduction to the various elements involved in the development of new global small businesses and the expansion of existing business to a global level. The course introduces topics including: successful traits of a global entrepreneur, the entrepreneur's role in the global economy, the basics of exporting, economic considerations in global business, sources of international marketing data, and international business relations across cultures. Emphasis will be placed on the principle concepts of global entrepreneurship.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- analyze the opportunities for new global business and business global expansion.
- apply the principles of foreign business establishment and management relevant to the global entrepreneur.
- evaluate the various sources of data necessary to start and operate an international business.
- assess export progress and success.
- construct a business plan adjusted to the global marketplace.
BUS 356 Global Business Operations
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This class provides an overview of the necessary training to manage global business operations. The course will focus on strategies to effectively operate within differing cultures, following an efficient distribution plan, developing and achieving business goals, political and technological issues on a global scale, and other topics of interest to future participants in the global marketplace. Emphasis will be placed on operations which must be in place to foster global trade and exporting including logistics, trade regulations, economic considerations, and marketing.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- define the critical components of logistics and distribution, supply chain management, and cultural differences in managing a global business.
- audit the global business operations plan.
- demonstrate an understanding of basic global business operations concepts.
BUS 357 Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and New Enterprise Development
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course explores the processes used by entrepreneurs to develop new innovative products and services. The course will provide an introduction to the tools, processes, and insights that are used to create, new innovative products for both domestic and foreign markets. Course topics include new business concept development, the role of entrepreneurship, innovation and technology in new venture development, the importance of intellectual property rights and protection, sources of capital and financing, market analysis and strategy, and business planning.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- utilize new technology and the principles of design thinking to create new small business ventures.
- demonstrate the basic skills needed to be a successful entrepreneur.
- identify and source the necessary financial and non-financial resources available for a new venture.
- demonstrate the importance of innovation in the creation of a sustainable competitive advantage for business.
- describe the role of the makerspace to support a network for new ventures.
- describe a new business in a well-written venture plan.
BUS 490 Individualized Projects in Business
- Units:1 - 4
- Hours:9 - 36 hours LEC; 27 - 108 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:At least two semesters of successful work leading to an Associate Degree or Certificate in Accounting, Business, Computer Information Science, Finance, Management, Marketing, Office Administration or other related field.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course is designed to help the student focus skills previously learned in an area of business. The student, with the help of the instructor, will produce a project that utilizes a variety of skills. The student will describe a problem, plan a process to arrive at a solution, work with the instructor to secure those resources necessary to complete the project, submit progress reports on a regular basis, and present a finished product. This class may be required for some degrees or certificates.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- describe and narrow the focus on a problem.
- provide the framework of a solution.
- delineate a plan for implementing a solution including specific steps, which will culminate in a finished project.
- review a plan with an instructor at is inception and at each step along the way making modifications as is necessary.
- implement a plan.
- present a finished project.
- jointly evaluate his/her own project and those of others in the class along with the instructor in light of the previously described problem and plan.
BUS 495 Independent Studies in Business
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Hours:27 - 216 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
BUS 498 Work Experience in Business
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Hours:27 - 216 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Enrollment Limitation:Student must be in a paid or non-paid internship, volunteer opportunity, or job related to career interests.
- Transferable:CSU
- General Education:AA/AS Area III(b)
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within the field of Business. Course content will include understanding the application of education to the workforce; completing required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. Students must complete 27 hours of related paid or unpaid work experience for .5 unit. An additional 27 hours of related work experience is required for each additional .5 unit. The course may be taken for a maximum of 16 units. Students should have access to a computer, the Internet, and some computer media such as a USB drive to store data files. Online students must have an email account. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- apply industry knowledge and theoretical concepts in a field of study or career as written in the minimum 3 learning objectives created by the student and employer/work site supervisor at the start of the course.
- manage personal career plans and decision making using industry & workforce information and online resources.
- behave professionally and ethically, exhibit adaptability, initiative, self-awareness and self-management as needed.
- exhibit effective communication, collaboration, and leadership skills at work with consideration to workplace dynamics and social and diversity awareness.
- demonstrate critical and creative thinking skills as they apply to the workplace.
BUS 499 Experimental Offering in Business
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This is the experimental courses description.
