Business Courses
ACC - Accounting
ACC 101 Fundamentals of Accounting
3 credits
ACC 101 presents the basic elements and concepts of accounting, with emphasis on the procedures used for maintaining journals, ledgers, and other related records, and for the completion of end-of-period reports for small service and merchandising businesses.
ACC 121 Accounting Principles I
4 credits
Prerequisites: College-level reading, study skills and general mathematics.
ACC 121 introduces the study of accounting principles for understanding of the theory and logic that underlie procedures and practices. Major topics include the accounting cycle for service and merchandising companies, special journals and subsidiary ledgers, internal control principles and practices, notes and interest, inventory systems and costing, plant assets and intangible asset accounting, and depreciation methods and practices.
ACC 122 Accounting Principles II
4 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 121 Accounting Principles I or equivalent
ACC 122 continues the study of accounting principles as they apply to partnerships and corporations. Major topics include stocks and bonds, investments, cash flow statements, financial analysis, budgeting, and cost and managerial accounting.
ACC 131 Income Tax
3 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 121 strongly recommended
ACC 131 presents basic concepts of federal income taxation, including gross income, deductions, accounting periods and methods, and property transactions, with emphasis on taxation of individuals and sole proprietorships.
ACC 135 Spreadsheet Applications for Accounting
3 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 121
ACC 135 introduces spreadsheets as an accounting tool. Using an accounting perspective, you apply fundamental spreadsheet concepts. The spreadsheets are used as a problem solving and decision making tool.
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ACC 138 Payroll and Sales Tax
3 credits
Co-requisite: ACC 101, ACC 121 or equivalent knowledge
ACC 138 acquaints students with laws pertaining to payroll and sales taxes including record keeping rules. Students prepare various federal, state and local forms for reporting payroll taxes and sales taxes. A computerized payroll simulation is included in the course.
ACC 211 Intermediate Accounting I
4 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 122
ACC 211 focuses on comprehensive analysis of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), accounting theory, concepts and financial reporting principles for public corporations. It is the first of a two-course sequence in financial accounting and is designed primarily for accounting and finance majors. It focuses on the preparation and analysis of business information relevant and useful to external users of financial reports; explores the theories, principles and practices surveyed in Accounting Principles and critically examines `realworld` financial analysis and reporting issues.
ACC 212 Intermediate Accounting II
4 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 211
ACC 212 focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of accounting for long-term liabilities, stockholders equity, investments, pensions and leases. It includes income tax allocation, financial statement analysis, cash flow statements and accounting methods changes.
ACC 216 Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
3 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 122
ACC 216 addresses concepts of budgetary control as a matter of law and public administration theory. Accounting principles and procedures necessary to implement budgetary controls for governmental units and other not-for-profit institutions and organizations are presented.
ACC 226 Cost Accounting
3 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 122
ACC 226 presents cost accumulation methods and reports. It focuses on the concepts and procedures of job order, process, standard and direct cost systems, budgeting, planning, and control of costs.
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ACC 227 Cost Accounting II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 226
ACC 227 is a continuation of ACC 226 and focuses on the decision-making aspects of managerial accounting using electronic spreadsheet applications for assigned problems. Topics include product pricing strategy, capital budgeting, the statement of cash flows, and application of linear programming.
ACC 245 Computerized Accounting with a Professional Package
3 credits
Prerequisite: ACC 121 or ACC 101
ACC 245 integrates accounting principles and practices with a computerized accounting package such as Peachtree, DacEasy, or other professional package. This course emphasizes computerized functions of the general ledger and integrated accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing and payroll systems.
ACC 275 Special Topics in Accounting
1-3 credits
ACC 275 provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest.
ACC 285 Independent Study
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
ACC 285 meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor.
ACC 287 Cooperative Education
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
ACC 287 provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in applying occupational skills and/or to develop specific skills in a practical work setting. The instructor works with you to select an appropriate work site, establish learning objectives, and coordinate learning activities with the employer or work site supervisor. For accounting majors only.
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BUS-Business
BUS 115 Introduction to Business
3 credits
BUS 115 focuses on the operation of the American business system. The course covers fundamentals of the economy, careers and opportunities, marketing, management, production, governmental regulations, tools of business, and social responsibilities.
Bus 116 Personal Finance
3 credits
BUS 116 surveys the basic personal financial needs of most individuals. Emphasizes the basics of budgeting and buying, saving and borrowing money, the intricacies of home ownership, income tax and investments, and the wise use of insurance, wills and trusts.
BUS 120 Introduction to e-Commerce
3 credits
BUS 120 provides an introduction to electronic commerce—the business trend of the future. It covers definition of e-commerce, technology and software requirements, security issues, electronic payment and marketing strategies. It focuses on what to expect when creating a dot com as well as the business-to- business use of e-commerce.
BUS 204 Introduction to e-Business
3 credits
BUS 204 introduces the use of technology in all aspects of a business. It explores the use of technology for customer relations' management, accounting and financial applications, purchasing and production tools, sales and marketing functions, and human resources management. Students examine the use of the Internet, World Wide Web and sophisticated multi-function software tools, while gaining a heightened awareness of emerging technologies and trends in e-business.
BUS 215 Global e-Commerce
3 credits
The World Wide Web levels the business playing field and eliminates geographic barriers. The Internet provides global business potential for even the smallest business. BUS 215 teaches how to approach and maximize this business opportunity. This course includes global e-marketing and promotion, import and export management, legal issues, and language and cultural issues.
BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business
3 credits
BUS 216 emphasizes public law, regulation of business, ethical considerations, and various relationships existing within society, government, and business. Specific attention is devoted to economic regulation, social regulation, regulation and laws impacting labor/management issues, and environmental concerns. Students develop an understanding of the role of law in social, political, and economic change.
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BUS 217 Business Communication and Report Writing
3 credits
BUS 217 emphasizes effective business writing, and covers letters, memoranda, reports, application letters, and resumes. The course includes the fundamentals of business communication and an introduction to international communication.
BUS 226 Business Statistics
3 credits
Prerequisite: Elementary Algebra
BUS 226 focuses on statistical study, descriptive statistics, probability, the binomial distribution, index numbers, time series, decision theory, confidence intervals, linear regression, and correlation. It is intended for business majors.
BUS 275 Special Topics
1-3 credits
BUS 275 provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest in business. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information.
BUS 285 Independent Study
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
BUS 285 meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor.
BUS 287 Cooperative Education
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
BUS 287 provides students with the opportunity to supplement course work with practical work experience related to their educational program and occupational objectives. Students are placed at approved workstations related to their program of study. They work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor/coordinator.
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MAN - Management
MAN 116 Principles of Supervision
3 credits
MAN 116 introduces the principles and techniques of supervising and motivating personnel. The course is designed for students who are interested in supervising others or for those currently in supervision. Course content focuses on the human interaction in supervision.
MAN 117 Time Management
1 credit
MAN 117 provides students with the conceptual knowledge and tools to make better use of their time in the management function. (Fall semester only)
MAN 200 Human Resource Management I
3 credits
MAN 200 provides a broad overview of the contemporary issues, theories and principles used to effectively manage human resources. Topics include recruiting, hiring, compensation and benefits, training and development, employee relations and legal issues.
MAN 212 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
3 credits
MAN 212 presents proper techniques in negotiation and conflict resolution. Key practices that determine successful negotiation are explored. The course covers principles of conflict resolution, including business policies; accepted business practices, contracts, purchases, labor union contracts, pay raises and starting salaries.
MAN 215 Organizational Behavior
3 credits
MAN 215 examines the behaviors of groups and individual members of organizations and how behavior can be influenced. The course emphasis is on the tools managers use to achieve organizational effectiveness.
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MAN 224 Leadership
3 credits
MAN 224 focuses on the leadership skills necessary to bring about change in an organization. Students learn to develop and communicate a shared vision, to empower employees, to manage conflict, to negotiate, and to develop organizations so that all are working toward common goals.
MAN 225 Managerial Finance
3 credits
MAN 225 examines the concepts and techniques used to analyze financial accounting information for managerial planning, decision-making and control. The focus of the course is on decision making relating to the areas of budgets, forecasts, cost volume production, ROI and financial statements.
MAN 226 Principles of Management
3 credits
MAN 226 is a survey of the principles of management. Emphasis is on the primary functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling with a balance between the behavioral and operational approaches.
MAN 275 Special Topics
1-3 credits
MAN 275 provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest in business. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information.
MAN 285 Independent Study
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor
MAN 285 meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor.
MAN 287 Cooperative Education/Internship
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor
MAN 287 provides students with the opportunity to supplement course work with practical work experience related to their educational program and occupational objectives. Students are placed at approved workstations, which are related to their program of study. They work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor/coordinator.
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MAR - Marketing
MAR 111 Principles of Sales
3 credits
Prerequisite: BUS 115
MAR 111 enables you to understand and develop ethical sales techniques and covers the role of selling in the marketing process. Areas of emphasis include behavioral considerations in the buying and selling process and sales techniques.
MAR 216 Principles of Marketing
3 credits
MAR 216 presents the analysis of theoretical marketing processes and the strategies of product development, pricing, promotion and distribution, and their applications to businesses and the individual consumer.
MAR 217 e-Commerce Marketing
3 credits
MAR 217 explores new marketing strategies that have emerged as areas of information technology and the Internet have evolved. Students examine traditional marketing concepts of buying behavior, promotion, production and others, then redefines them as they apply to marketing on the World Wide Web. Web fundamentals, e-marketing trends, strategies, models and research will be examined.
MAR 275 Special Topics
1-3 credits
MAR 275 provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest in business. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current information.
MAR 285 Independent Study
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
MAR 285 meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor.
MAR 287 Cooperative Education/Internship
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
MAR 287 provides students with the opportunity to supplement course work with practical work experience related to their educational program and occupational objectives. Students are placed at approved work stations, which are related to their program of study. They work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor/coordinator.
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REE - Real Estate
REE 201 Real Estate Brokers I
6 credits
Co-requisite: REE 202
REE 201, along with REE 202, enables you to meet the educational requirements of the Colorado Real Estate Commission for a Colorado Real Estate Brokers license, and includes real estate law and practice, practical application and current legal issues.
REE 202 Real Estate Brokers II
6 credits
Co-requisite: REE 201
REE 202, along with REE 201, enables you to meet the educational requirements of the Colorado Real Estate Commission for a Colorado Real Estate Brokers license. This course includes Colorado contracts and regulations, real estate closings, and trust accounts and record keeping.
REE 275 Special Topics
1-3 credits
REE 275 provides students with a vehicle to explore special topics of interest in depth.
REE 285 Independent Study
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
REE 285 meets your individual needs through intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor.
REE 287 Cooperative Education/Internship
1-3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
REE 287 provides students with the opportunity to supplement course work with practical work experience related to their educational program and occupational objectives. Students are placed at approved workstations related to their program of study. They work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor/coordinator.
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SBM - Small Business Management
SBM 101 Starting a Small Business
1 credit
SBM 101 provides a brief overview of various topics related to starting a small business. Some topics are types of businesses, location, image, insurance, permits, and licenses.
SBM 103 Legal Aspects of a Small Business
1 credit
SBM 103 provides a brief overview of the legal issues involved in starting and managing a small business. The course focuses on business organization, contracts and agreements, and protecting the business.
SBM 106 Recordkeeping for a Small Business
1 credit
SBM 106 provides an overview of recordkeeping for a small business. Students learn basic bookkeeping skills and recordkeeping requirements.
SBM 108 Marketing for a Small Business
1 credit
SBM 108 provides a brief overview of the marketing functions applied to a small business. Topics include planning a marketing strategy, promoting a business, competitive analysis, and customers and prospects.
SBM 110 Managing a Small Business
1 credit
SBM 110 provides a brief overview of the management process as it applies to the small business. Concepts covered in the course include setting goals, conducting evaluations, and analyzing financial records.
SBM 112 Financing a Small Business
1 credit
SBM 112 provides a brief overview of the basics of financing a small business. Topics include sources of capital, types of business loans, and maintenance of cash flow.
SBM 113 Writing a Business Plan
1 credit
Prerequisites: SBM 101, 103, 106, 108, 110 and 112 or instructor permission
SBM 113 is the final course in the small business certificate program. Students will write a business plan from the material they have developed in the other courses.
SBM 175 Special Topics
1-3 credits
SBM 175 provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest.
SBM 185 Independent Study
1 credit
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
SBM 185 meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor.
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