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Business 125http://www.avc.edu (661) 722-6300DefinitionA wide variety of business courses are offered for both thetransfer and non-transfer student. First- and second-yeartransferable courses are available for the student who ispreparing for a four-year degree. Certificate and associate degreeprograms are offered for all students who desire to upgrade theirbusiness skills.To access faculty and staff, dial (661) 722-6300, then the 4-digitextension.ext. 6327ext. 6327ext. 6327ext. 6898ext. 6901ext. 6374ext. 6175ext. 6898Adjunct Faculty:To access adjunct faculty voice mail, dial (661) 722-6300, then the4-digit number.Violet ChristopherHeather HinesLisa KincaidChuck KokoskaDan LedbetterGail LofdahlJoyce MaidenSandra PetersenGabrielle PoormanDavid RanishMatthew RungaitisDr. Deborah Sullivan-FordLeanna VendroLarry VeresDr. Stephen YoungProgram DescriptionStudents must receive a minimum grade of “C” or better in allrequired core courses and the specific courses listed as programelectives in order to qualify for the degree or certificate.Program Learning OutcomesStaffDean:Dr. Maria ClintonAdministrative Assistant:Mari-Ali BaizaClerical Assistant III:Leyla RecinosDepartment Chair:Kathy OsburnFaculty:David AdamsDr. Edward BeyerKent MoserKathy Osburnmarketplace by understanding how the private enterprisesystem encourages competition and innovation while preservingbusiness 021662486247929102465The Business program offers students the opportunity torecognize and respond to changing economic conditions withinthe business environment that determine how goods and servicesare produced, distributed, and consumed in a society. Studentswill gain the skills and knowledge needed to work within aneconomic system that rewards firms for their ability to perceiveand serve the needs and demands of consumers. Studies inthe Business program seek to continue creating strategies thatallow companies to grow and compete in today’s interactiveGeneral Business1. Understand and apply ethics to effectively operate as abusiness manager within the global business environment.2. Prepare and analyze basic financial statements, financialratios, and tax forms to assess opportunities and risks for thepurpose of formulating and implementing business strategies.3. Demonstrate written, verbal, and nonverbal communicationskills required for the workplace, including the effectiveluseof appropriate technologies, written reports, and formalpresentation.4. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and socialenvironment of business, in particular civil and criminal law,consumer protection, contracts, employment and personalproperty rights.Associate in Science in Business Administration forTransfer1. Understand and apply ethics to effectively operate as abusiness manager within the global business environment.2. Prepare and analyze basic financial statements, financialratios, and tax forms to assess opportunities and risks for thepurpose of formulating and implementing business strategies.3. Demonstrate written, verbal, and nonverbal communicationskills required for the workplace, including the effectiveuse of appropriate technologies, written reports, and formalpresentations.4. Understand and analyze the legal and social environmentof business, in particular civil and criminal law, consumerprotection, contracts, employment and personal propertyrights.5. Understand and apply economic theory and policy, includingsupply and demand and market equilibrium, the Americanbanking system, and the Federal Reserve System.Certificate ProgramGeneral BusinessStudents who are pursuing careers in business, but are notintending to complete an associates degree at this time, will learnimportant job skills and acquire critical business knowledgeto prepare them for today’s environment. In addition to corecoursework in Business, Accounting and Computers, studentswill choose a concentration in either Management or Marketingto help them better focus their skills for the workplace.The following courses (37.5-41 units) are required for the

126 Business2020-2021 AVC College CatalogBusiness certificate. Students who successfully complete thecertificate requirements may apply for entry-level positions inoffice management, sales, customer service, or human resources,or may apply their knowledge and skills as an entrepreneur.Required Courses:unitsACCT 111, Bookkeeping orACCT 201, Financial Accounting3-4BUS 101, Introduction to Business3BUS 105, Business Mathematics or MATH 115, Statistics or MATH 116, Introduction to Statistics Using R or MATH 124, Finite Math3-4BUS 111, Business English3BUS 113, Business Communications3BUS 121, Fundamentals of Investment and Personal Finance 3BUS 201, Business Law3BUS 212, Women in Organizations3CA 103, Intro. to Computers and Dig. Tech. orCIS 101, Intro. to Computer Information Science3CA 121, Microcomputer Spreadsheets or CA 141, Developing PowerPoint Presentations1.5-3Select one concentration from the following options andcomplete the listed courses.Marketing Concentration Required Courses:MKTG 101, Principles of Marketing MKTG 112, Introduction to Advertising MKTG 130, Digital Marketing units333Management Concentration Required Courses:MGT 101, Management Principles MGT 115, Human Behavior in Organizations MGT 121, Human Resources Management units333NOTE: Substitutions, with prior permission, may be made forcertain courses that may not be offered in the two-year period.For a recommended plan of study for the certificate, pleaserefer to the Associate Degree plan minus the general educationrequirements.Associate DegreesGeneral BusinessThe requirements for an associate degree in General Businessmay be satisfied by completing the General Business certificate,21 units of general education requirements, and sufficientelective credits to total 60 units. (See Graduation/AssociateDegree Requirements.)Students who complete the associate degree have enhancedemployability in several fields. They are well-prepared for entrylevel career opportunities in areas such as marketing, purchasing,retail, sales, customer service, accounting, and entrepreneurship.The associate degree will also provide students with a broadrange of knowledge with which to evaluate and appreciate thephysical environment, culture, and society in which they live,with the ability to think and communicate clearly and effectively.The major offers a choice of concentrations in Marketing orManagement. Students will choose their concentration andcomplete the additional 9 units of required electives in thechosen concentration.Except in cases of a prerequisite requirement, it is not requiredthat courses be taken in exactly this sequence; they arerecommended in this order to facilitate success.Recommended Plan of StudyFirst SemesterunitsBUS 101, Introduction to Business3BUS 105, Business Mathematics or MATH 115, Statistics or MATH 116, Introduction to Statistics Using R or MATH 124, Finite Math3-4BUS 111, Business English3CA 103, Intro. to Computers and Dig. Tech. orCIS 101, Intro. to Computer Information Science3Elective (ECON 101 or ECON 102 recommended)3Total 15-16Second SemesterunitsACCT 111, Bookkeeping orACCT 201, Financial Accounting3-4CA 121, Microcomputer Spreadsheets or CA 141, Developing PowerPoint Presentations1.5-3Course from GE requirement Area D13Program Elective3Elective2-3.5Total 13.5-16Third SemesterunitsBUS 113, Business Communications (GE Area D2)3BUS 121, Fundamentals of Investment and Personal Finance 3BUS 212, Women in Organizations (GE Area F)3Course from GE requirement Area C3Program Elective3Total 15Fourth SemesterBUS 201, Business LawCourse from GE requirement Area ACourse from GE requirement Area EProgram electiveElectivesunits33333Total 15Degree Total 60

Business 127http://www.avc.edu (661) 722-6300Associate in Science in Business Administration forTransferrequirements for both the major and general education.The Associate in Science in Business Administration for Transfer(AS-T Business Administration) degree provides studentswith an entry-level understanding of business, accounting, andeconomics. Students will recognize and respond to changingeconomic conditions within the business environment thatdetermine how goods and services are produced, distributed, andconsumed in a society. This coursework will satisfy the lowerdivision business administration requirements at the CaliforniaState University.The Associate in Science in Business Administration forTransfer (AS-T in Business Administration) degree meets therequirements of SB 1440 for Associate Degrees for Transfer(ADT). These degrees are intended to make it easier for studentsto transfer to California State University campuses, but do notexclude admittance to other colleges or universities.To earn an Associate in Science in Business Administration forTransfer (AS-T in Business Administration) degree a studentmust complete the following:(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that areeligible for transfer to the California State University, includingboth of the following:(A) The Intersegmental General Education TransferCurriculum (IGETC) or the California State UniversityGeneral Education – Breadth Requirements.(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in amajor or area of emphasis, as determined by the communitycollege district.(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.ADTs also require that students must earn a “C” or better in allcourses required for the major or area of emphasis.Required CoursesACCT 201, Financial AccountingACCT 205, Managerial Accounting*ECON 101, Principles of Macroeconomics*ECON 102, Principles of MicroeconomicsBUS 201, Business Lawunits44333Required Electives ASelect 4 units from the following:*MATH 115, StatisticsMATH 124, Finite MathMATH 148, Calculus for Business and Economicsunits444Required Electives BunitsSelect 6-7 units from the following:CIS 101, Introduction to Computer Information Science orCA 103, Intro. to Computers and Dig. Tech. orCA 221, Computer Concepts & Applications in Business 3-4BUS 101, Introduction to Business orBUS 113, Business Communications3*Courses denoted with an asterisk will fulfill the completionExcept in cases of prerequisite requirement, it is not required thatcourses be taken in exactly this sequence; they are recommendedin this order to facilitate success.Recommended Plan of StudyFirst SemesterunitsBUS 101 Introduction to Business3CA 221 Computer Concepts and Applications in Business4ENG 101 College Composition3MATH 102 Intermediate Algebra4Total 14Second SemesterunitsACCT 201, Financial Accounting4ECON 101, Principles of Macroeconomics (CSU GE D2)3PHIL 201 Critical Thinking3-4MATH 115, Statistics (Required Elective A)(CSU GE B4)4Total 14Summer SemesterPOLS 101 American Political InstitutionsMUS 102units33Total 6Third SemesterACCT 205, Managerial AccountingCOMM 101 Introduction to Public SpeakingECON 102 Principles of MicroeconomicsBIOL 104 Enviromental Biologyunits4333-4Total 13Fourth SemesterBUS 201 Business LawHIST 107 U.S. History, 1607-1877FTV 101 Introduction to FilmMATH 124 Finite Mathunits3333-4Total 13CSU GE or IGETC Pattern 55-58CSU Transferable Elective Units toreach Degree Total 60*Electives should be taken from other courses within the major.TransferStudents planning to transfer to a four-year college or universityafter AVC are strongly advised to follow the BusinessAdministration for Transfer degree and should visit the TransferResource Center and consult with a counselor as soon aspossible. Additional information on official transfer articulationagreements from AVC to many CSU/UC campuses can be foundat the following Web site: www.assist.org