BUS 12 - Introduction to Business

Instructor: Catherine Pinkas
Email Instructor cpinkas@chabotcollege.edu

Instructor phone: 510-723-6862

Course Description

Survey of the private enterprise system and basic business concepts, business economics, types of business ownership, ethics, globalization, and organizational functions (management, marketing, accounting, and finance).

Check the college catalog for CSU/UC transferability and to see if this course meets AA/AS degree requirements.

This class begins June 15th and ends August 7th

Optional On-Campus Orientations

There are no required on-campus meetings for this class. You can attend an OPTIONAL, on-campus Orientation to Online Learning that provides Blackboard log in instructions and help, an overview of the Blackboard course management system, and tips on netiquette, time management, and study skills for the online student. 

Attend either of these sessions:

• Monday, June 15th, 5:30-6:30 p.m., in Room 1618

• Tuesday, June 16th, noon-1:00 p.m. in Room 1618

Learn more about these orientations, which are NOT course-specific.

How This Class Operates

This is not a self-paced class; there are due dates throughout the semester that you are expected to meet, just like in a traditional, face-to-face class.

Learn about the world of business! Almost every student will end up either employed or an employer. This course will teach you the basics of business. Together we will survey the private enterprise system, basic business concepts, business economics, types of business ownership, ethics, globalization, and organizational functions (management, marketing, accounting, and finance). Through individual presentations, we will learn about important business leaders today. In addition, you will prepare a portfolio for your own employment development. You will learn how to research jobs and learn more about job requirements, salary, and long-term job prospects. You will prepare a resume and practice your interview skills. In this way, we will cover both basic concepts and individual applications to help you move forward in your education and career.

Dropping Classes: Students are responsible for dropping or withdrawing from classes. Failure to follow the withdrawal procedures may result in a grade of "F." Students who drop before the No Grade of Record (NGR) period will not have a grade appear on their transcript. Use CLASS-Web to drop any course. If a class is cancelled or a drop occurs before the NGR deadline, the resulting balance on the student account can be applied to future terms or students may apply for refunds through the Office of Admissions & Records.

Class Withdrawals: Students are responsible for dropping or withdrawing from classes. Use CLASS-Web to withdraw from classes prior to the "W" deadline date. "W" grades are subject to all fees and/or tuition. Withdrawals do not affect student GPA; however, excess "W" notations may result in poor progress or dismissal status, and may affect financial aid or athletic eligibility. Full payment of enrollment fees (and tuition fees, if applicable) is required for courses dropped with grades of "W."

Extenuating Circumstances Withdrawal: Students may withdraw from a class with extenuating circumstances after the Withdrawal deadline. An Extenuating Circumstances Withdrawal Petition, available through Counseling, along with supporting documentation must be filed by the student with the instructor who will approve and verify that the class is being passed with a minimum grade of D. If approved, the petition is forwarded to the Dean of Counseling for final approval. Circumstances that will be considered include: acute medical problems, acute personal or family problems, employment-related problems, or other similar circumstances preventing a student from completing the class.

Textbook Information

BUSN, Kelly/McGowen. Student Edition. ISBN-13: 9780324569896.

How Students are Graded

The course will be conducted in a participatory environment. Heavy emphasis will be placed on student participation. Instruction will include lecture, class discussions, quizzes, and assignments.  Portfolio will include self-assessment and plan for entering the world of business.  Work products include resume and cover letters, employment and salary research, and other tools for the students to help students plan their education to meet current business needs.

Succeeding in an Online Course

Students who succeed in online courses tend to be independent, self-motivated learners with good computer skills. If you are a procrastinator who relies heavily on the instructor for motivation, or can't use a computer too well, you should probably consider enrolling in a face-to-face course instead.   Or, you might consider enrolling in our Introduction to Online Learning course (GNST-4910), which provides an overview of online learning and equips you to succeed in your first online class.

Don't enroll in this class if you believe the myth that learning online requires less effort than learning face-to-face. This course covers the same content and has similar activities as the face-to-face version of the course; only the method of delivery changes.

Blackboard

This course will use the Blackboard course management system as its virtual classroom. To learn how to log in to Blackboard, go to the How to Begin an Online Course page. Once you enroll, you will not be able to log in until the first day of class.  Students are expected to become familiar with the use and operation of Blackboard functions and are encouraged to attend an orientation session provided by the Distance Education program at Chabot College. In addition, the professor provides a general unit on "How to Navigate in Blackboard" for students to understand how to use the major features the professor employs.

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