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 For a detailed outline of program requirements go to:
          http://www3.sunysuffolk.edu/Catalog/2004-06/SCCC04_06Catalog.pdf  (page 98)
or  A.A.S. Information Page

  


 

 

  
    






 

 
Major Courses in the Program
 		  

 

 
      Computerized enhanced instruction examines nature and purpose of accounting theory and procedures through study of the accounting cycle, asset valuation and financial statements. Develops foundation of accounting knowledge for additional learning in subsequent courses. A-E-W / 4 cr. hrs. I
      Delves into the most significant activities in business. Topics include ownership, organization, marketing, purchasing, production, business finance, personnel, labor relations and government regulation. Recommended as background for further studies in business. A-E-W / 3 cr. hrs.
       Introductory course exploring most significant activities in business law with emphasis on specific knowledge essential for managers in workplace. No prerequisite. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.Introduction to law: law as a social institution, its origin, development and administration; law of contracts, agency, employment, insurance, government regulations of business. Emphasis on personal property, bailments and real property. No prerequisite. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.
      Introduces business student to general skills needed for success in workplace. Connects the college experience and its impact on students' skills necessary to compete in world of work. Fulfills Freshman Seminar requirement for students in accounting, business-related and paralegal curricula. A- E- W / 1.5 cr. hrs.

       Computerized enhanced instruction develops accounting principles and procedures as applied to partnerships and corporations. Designed primarily for students anticipating careers in accounting or who otherwise require detailed understanding of financial accounting practices. Prerequisite: AC11. A- E- W / 4 cr. hrs. II  or
                Emphasis on attention-directing and problem-solving functions of accounting with respect to management planning and controlling fiscal activities. Recommended for all students outside accounting emphasis. Prerequisite: AC11. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.
       Study of basic managerial functions of planning, organizing, staffing, direction and control. Emphasis on theory of management, organization and executive leadership. Case studies of actual business situations present problems requiring executive decisions for solution. Prerequisite: BA11 or HF11 for Travel and Tourism students only. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.  
                Study of supervisory functions from viewpoint of the first-line supervisor. Emphasis on concepts of supervision and practices used by first-line supervisors in putting them into effect. Gives students actual practice through discussions of case problems arising from work situations. For students enrolled in certificate or A.A.S. business programs who plan to enter the business world immediately upon graduation. No prerequisite. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.
      Introduction to fundamental marketing management theories, practices and problems. Attention directed to marketing strategies including distribution, pricing, promotion and product. In addition, consumer behavior and government regulation are examined in a marketing context. Current events and case problems are integrated with standard course material for discussion. No prerequisite. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.
      State-of-the-art computer skills related to business major. Emphasis on integrated problem-solving approach. Trains students to make bottom-line decisions using "what if" models and decision trees. Business presentation skills presented using PowerPoint. Current technological business research skills emphasized. Students required to construct one-page business Web site. Prerequisite: OT24 or equivalent. A- E- W / 4 cr. hrs.

One of the following:
             Fundamentals Of International Business. Familiarizes business students with international business concepts and practices. Special attention given to organizational structure of international business; letters of credit; bills of exchange; foreign drafts; technical procedures; documentation; foreign, consular, and domestic regulations; foreign credits; insuring and financing; and exports. Prerequisite: No prerequisite. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.: Fundamental of International Business
             Study of environment of small business and functions and philosophy of entrepreneur. Topics include problems in initiating and achieving success in new small business, including financing, marketing, management and legal governmental relationships involved. Prerequisite: No prerequisite. Recommended corequistie: BA54. (Formerly "Small Business Management"). A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.: Entrepreneurship
             Organizational Behavior. Study of the nature of people in a business environment, significance of work, and the human resource. Topics include job satisfaction and motivation, formal and informal work groups, organization and authority, employee relations with the public, decision making and problem solving, the needs and goals of both people and the business environment. Prerequisite: No prerequisite. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.: Organizational Behavior
       Introduces structure and operation of markets for goods, resources and financial instruments. How does a market determine the price for a good? Within a market, how does the firm determine its profit-maximizing production level of a good and employment level of labor? How does competitiveness of the market affect behavior of the firm? Under what circumstances(if any) should governement alter decisions of the marketplace? No prerequisite. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.
      Principles of business communication as they relate to the contemporary business organization. Emphasis on management approaches and solutions to communication problems unique to the business community. Topics include word/information processing, employment communication, and effective preparation of business correspondence and reports. Resume writing and marketing oneself for the job search is explored. Prerequisite: EG11 or permission of instructor. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.
      For students interested in social sciences, health sciences, business and industry. Theory of probability is used to develop methods of statistical inference, confidence intervals and decision theory. Topics include sample spaces, statistical models, binomial and normal distribution, t-distribution and chi-square distribution. Prerequisite: MA07 or equivalent. Campus: A E W. Credits: 3

      Cooperative Education is supervised on-the-job training directly related to a student’s academic major and career interest. Co-op students integrate classroom theory with practical work experience. Through a required weekly seminar, students receive instruction in employment communications and discuss work station learning experience.Students must be available to work a minimum of 10 hours per week.Interested students should contact appropriate program coordinator on their campus for more information.Registration in this course required that students puchase liability insurance through the college. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 24 credit hours (12 credits being in the business area, with the exception of CS students), minimum overall GPA of 2.5, and permission of appropriate co-op coordinator, area chairperson and/or area assistant dean. (At Eastern Campus offered only in spring semetser.) A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.
             Advanced capstone course for Business Administration(A.A.S.,315) majors taken in final semester prior to graduation. Working individually and in teams, students demonstrate abilities to think critically , solve managerial, quantitative and ethical business problems, utilize business-related technology, and exhibit effective leadership in response to current business events and case studies. Through variety of learner-centered activities, students assemble portfolios documenting effective communciation skills, understanding, and practical knowledge of business administration. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 45 credits in 315 curriculum, including BA11,AC11,BD57,BL70 and a business elective. A- E- W / 3 cr. hrs.
Business Electives:  Two-Course Sequence
 

Other Required Coursework Include:
       Humanities                 
       Social Science           
       Mathematics/Science
       Health Concepts
 

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