| ACC 101 Principles of Accounting I |
4
|
| ACC 102 Principles of Accounting II |
4
|
| ECN 103 Principles of Economics I |
3
|
| ECN 104 Principles of Economics II |
3
|
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
General Education/Elective Courses 45-47 Credits
| English Composition I and II* |
6
|
| Humanities* |
6
|
|
Choose one course from each group:
- Group 1: SPH 101 or SPH 111
- Group 2:
ART 101, MUS 101, PHL 101, THE 101 or any foreign language course or English literature course
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| Mathematics* |
9
|
| MAT 135, MAT 216 and MAT 221 |
|
| Science* |
7-8
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| Two courses, one course must carry laboratory credit. |
|
| Social Sciences* |
3
|
| Computer Literacy* |
3
|
| CIS 101 |
|
| Cultural Diversity* |
3
|
| Electives |
6
|
| Health/Physical Education |
2-3
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| Any HLE or at least 2 credits of PED |
|
Minimum Required for A.S. Degree 62 Credits
Business Management Programs
The business management program combines a traditional approach to the study of management with the contemporary managerial practices of advanced technology and globalization. Within the context of the program, a student may select concentrations in a wide variety of business management areas. For more information, call 301-322-0696.
Business Management Code 420
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Program Concentration 24-25 Credits
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MGT 101 Introduction to Business
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3
|
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MGT 160 Principles of Management
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3
|
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MGT 162 Financial Planning and Investments
|
3
|
|
MGT 261 Human Resource Management
|
3
|
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MGT 263 International Management
|
3
|
|
MGT 272 Managing Workplace Diversity**
|
3
|
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ACC 101 Principles of Accounting I
or
ACC 103 Accounting for Managers
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3-4
|
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BUS 122 Business Law I
|
3
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Program Concentration Electives 12 Credits
Following are suggested groups of courses designed as areas of emphasis. Students are free to select any combination of these courses or other management or marketing courses that suit their business interests.
Accounting
ACC 102 Principles of Accounting II
ACC 104 Microcomputer Applications in Accounting
ACC 105 Payroll Accounting
ACC 221 Federal Income Tax
Construction Management
CSM 145 Construction Management I
CSM 146 Construction Methods and Materials
CSM 147 Construction Planning and Scheduling
CSM 148 Construction Estimating I
CSM 183 Construction Print Reading
Entrepreneurship
MGT 140 Strategic Management
MGT 157 Small Business Management
MGT 165 Customer Service
MGT 171 The Business Plan
MGT 252 Principles of Negotiations
MGT 268 Entrepreneurship
MKG 251 Introduction to Marketing
Hospitality Management
HSM 151 Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
HSM 155 Food Service Manager Training and Certification in Sanitation
HSM 156 Catering and Banquet Planning
HSM 162 Hotel/Motel Operations
HSM 163 Food Service Operations
HSM 170 Pastry Making
HSM 171 Simplified Gourmet Cooking
HSM 173 Northern Italian Cuisine
HSM 174 Bed and Breakfasts
HSM 175 Wines and Spirits–Mixology and Service
HSM 176 International Cuisines
HSM 253 Hospitality Sales and Marketing
HSM 293 Cooperative Education
Human Resource Management
MGT 258 Compensation and Benefits Management
MGT 259 Employee Training and Development
MGT 266 Conflict Management
MGT 270 Stress Management in the Workplace
MGT 296 Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
International Management
MGT 140 Strategic Management
MGT 296 Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
Management
MGT 157 Small Business Management
MGT 165 Customer Service
MGT 180 Microcomputer Applications for the Business Manager
MGT 252 Principles of Negotiations
MGT 258 Compensation and Benefits Management
MGT 259 Employee Training and Development
MGT 265 Purchasing, Contracting and Materials
MGT 266 Conflict Management
MGT 270 Stress Management in the Workplace
MGT 275 Leadership Development
MGT 291-293 Cooperative Education
MKG 251 Introduction to Marketing
Marketing
MKG 251 Introduction to Marketing
MKG 263 International Marketing
MKG 271 Salesmanship
MKG 273 Retail Business Management
MKG 277 Advertising
Public Sector Management
MGT 140 Strategic Management
MGT 190 Introduction to Public Administration
MGT 196 Managing in the Public Sector
MGT 250 Introduction to Federal Contracting
MGT 251 Introduction to Source Selection
MGT 252 Principles of Negotiations
MGT 253 Procurement Law
MGT 254 Contract Administration
MGT 255 Cost and Price Analysis
Residential Property Management
MKG 251 Introduction to Marketing
RLS 103 Real Estate Principles and Practices for Salespersons
RLS 203 Real Estate Finance and Investment
RPM 101 Introduction to Residential Property Management
RPM 102 Maintenance for Residential Property Management
Retail Management
MGT 165 Customer Service
MGT 259 Employee Training and Development
MKG 271 Salesmanship
MKG 273 Retail Business Management
Strategic Business Planning
MGT 140 Strategic Management
MGT 142 Organizational Development
MGT 171 The Business Plan
MGT 252 Principles of Negotiations
BUS 124 Business Law II
PHL 140 Introduction of Business Ethics
Supervisory Management
MGT 155 Elements of Supervision
MGT 270 Stress Management in the Workplace
MGT 266 Conflict Management
MGT 296 Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
Companion Courses
BUS 124 Business Law II
ECN 104 Principles of Economics II
PHL 140 Introduction to Business Ethics
MAT 114 Introduction to Statistics
Required General Education Courses 26-28 Credits
| English Composition I and II* |
6
|
| Humanities* |
3
|
| SPH 101 or SPH 111 |
|
| Mathematics* |
6
|
| MAT 135 and 221 recommended |
|
| Transferring students should see an advisor prior to taking any math course. |
| Sciences* |
3-4
|
| Social Sciences* |
3
|
| ECN 103 |
|
| Computer Literacy* |
3
|
| CIS 101 |
|
| Health/Physical Education |
2-3
|
| Any HLE or at least 2 credits of PED |
|
Minimum Required for A.A.S. Degree 62 Credits
Developing A Professional Image Code 424
Letter of Recognition
This letter of recognition signifies the successful completion of courses that help a student develop and project the image that is essential in the business world.
Select 6 credits from the following:
|
Competency Upgrade/Refresher:
|
|
MGT 101 Introduction to Business
|
3
|
|
MGT 155 Elements of Supervision
|
3
|
|
PHL 140 Introduction to Business Ethics
|
3
|
|
Verbal and Written Communication:
|
|
SPH 101 Introduction to Speech Communication
|
3
|
|
EGL 132 Composition II: Writing for Business
|
3
|
Select 5 credits from the following:
|
Mental Attitude:
|
| CAP 131 Career Assessment and Planning |
3
|
| Physical Fitness and Appearance: |
| PED 103 Lifetime Fitness and Leisure Activities |
2
|
| NTR 101 Introductory Nutrition |
3
|
| MGT 150 Developing a Professional Image |
1
|
Total Required for Letter of Recognition 11 Credits
General Management Code 419
Certificate
Students completing the General Management Certificate have received a concentrated education in management skills and complementary knowledge needed by managers at all levels of an organization. This certificate can be completed online.
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
| MGT 157 Small Business Management |
3
|
| MGT 160 Principles of Management |
3
|
| MGT 162 Financial Planning and Investments |
3
|
| MKG 251 Introduction to Marketing |
3
|
| Electives |
3
|
|
Choose 3 credits from the following:
ACC 103-105, BUS 124, CAP 131
HSM 151, HSM 155-156, HSM 162-163
MGT 150, MGT 165, MGT 250-255
MGT 258-259, MGT 291-293, MKG 271
MKG 273, MKG 277, PHL 140
SPH 101, RLS 103
|
| ECN 103 Principles of Economics I |
3
|
| EGL 101 Composition I: Expository Writing |
3
|
| CIS 101 Computer Literacy |
3
|
| MAT 112 or higher |
3
|
Total Required for Certificate 30 Credits
Entrepreneurship Management
Students earning the Entrepreneurship Management certificate have learned certain basic skills that every aspiring entrepreneur needs to know. The certificate provides the information that will help students assess entrepreneurial opportunities. Students earning the Letter of Recognition in Entrepreneurship Management have learned the most fundamental entrepreneurial skills that will help them understand the nature of entrepreneurship. All management course work for the certificate and letter of recognition may be completed online
Entrepreneurship Management Code 441
Certificate
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
| MGT 140 Strategic Management |
3
|
| MGT 157 Small Business Management |
3
|
| MGT 268 Entrepreneurship |
3
|
| ACC 101 Principles of Accounting |
4
|
| Elective |
3
|
|
Choose one course from the following:
- MGT 165 Customer Service
- MGT 252 Negotiations
- MKG 251 Introduction to Marketing
- BUS 122 Business Law
- EGL 132 Composition II: Writing for Business
- SPH 101 Introduction to Speech Communication
|
|
Total Required for Certificate 19 Credits
Entrepreneurship Management Code 443
Letter of Recognition
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
| MGT 157 Small Business Management |
3
|
| MGT 268 Entrepreneurship |
3
|
Total Required for Letter of Recognition 9 Credits
Human Resource Management
The certificate in Human Resource Management provides opportunities for supervisors and HR professionals to obtain a core set of critical human resource management skills. This certificate is appropriate for supervisors who would like to gain a better understanding of human resource management as well as for HR professionals who recognize the need to enhance their understanding of this increasingly complex field.
Human Resource Management Code 435
Certificate
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
| MGT 261 Human Resource Management |
3
|
| MGT 258 Compensation and Benefits Management |
3
|
| MGT 259 Employee Training and Development |
3
|
| MGT 272 Managing Workplace Diversity |
3
|
| MGT Elective |
3
|
|
Choose one course from the following:
- MGT 160 Principles of Management
- MGT 266 Conflict Management
- MGT 270 Stress Management
- MGT 296 Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
|
|
Total Required for Certificate 18 Credits
Human Resource Management Code 436
Letter of Recognition
| MGT 101 Introduction to Management |
3
|
| MGT 261 Human Resource Management |
3
|
| MGT 272 Managing Workplace Diversity |
3
|
Total Required for Letter of Recognition 9 Credits
International Management
Students earning an International Management Certificate have strengthened their international expertise and are better prepared to work abroad or for foreign-owned corporations. Students earning a Letter of Recognition in International Management have learned a core set of critical international management skills that will help them understand management in a global economy. All management course work for the certificate and letter of recognition may be completed online.
International Management Code 442
Certificate
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
| MGT 140 Strategic Management |
3
|
| MGT 263 International Management |
3
|
MGT 296 Emotional Intelligence
in the Workplace |
3
|
| MKG 263 International Marketing |
3
|
| Elective |
3
|
|
Choose one course from the following:
- ECN 103 Principles of Economics
- ACC 100 Fundamentals of Accounting
- SPH 123 Intercultural Communication
- SOC 209 The Sociology of Minorities
- GEO 109 World Regional Geography
- HST 137 The World in the Twentieth Century
|
|
Total Required for Certificate 18 Credits
International Management Code 444
Letter of Recognition
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
| MGT 140 Strategic Management |
3
|
| MGT 263 International Management |
3
|
Total Required for Letter of Recognition 9 Credits
Public Sector Management
The certificate in Public Administration is essential for individuals who are working or plan to work in federal, state, or local governments. Students completing the certificate will have an understanding of good management practices and how they apply to the administration of public offices and programs. The Public Administration Letter of Recognition provides students with a foundation in basic public administration management.
Public Administration Code 417
Certificate
Program Concentration 18-19 Credits
| MGT 190 Introduction to Public Administration |
3
|
| MGT 196 Managing in the Public Sector |
3
|
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
| MGT 140 Strategic Management |
3
|
ACC 103 Accounting for Managers
or
ACC 101 Principles of Accounting |
3-4
|
| Elective |
3
|
Choose one course from the following:
ECN 103, EGL 132, MGT 142
PHL 140, POS 101, SPH 101 |
|
Required General Education Course 3 Credits
| EGL 101 Composition I: Expository Writing |
3
|
Total Required for Certificate 21-22 Credits
Public Administration Code 418
Letter of Recognition
| MGT 190 Introduction to Public Administration |
3
|
| MGT 196 Managing in the Public Sector |
3
|
| MGT 101 Introduction to Business |
3
|
Total Required for Letter of Recognition 9 Credits
Purchasing and Contracting
The Purchasing and Contracting Certificate was developed in response to the requirements of federal, state and local governments and private industry for a highly trained professional workforce. This certificate enables students to pursue advanced knowledge and degrees in the procurement field. Individuals who wish to continue their education may apply the credits earned in the certificate toward the A.A.S. degree in business management. For more information about the Purchasing and Contracting Program, call 301-322-0696.
Purchasing and Contracting Code 428
Certificate
Program Concentration 18 Credits
| MGT 250 Introduction to Federal Contracting |
3
|
| MGT 251 Introduction to Source Selection |
3
|
| MGT 252 Principles of Negotiation |
3
|
| MGT 253 Procurement Law |
3
|
| MGT 254 Contract Administration |
3
|
| MGT 255 Cost and Price Analysis |
3
|
Electives 6 credits
Choose two courses from the following:
MGT 101, MGT 165, MGT 261, MGT 265, MGT 266, CIS 101, EGL 132
Total Required for Certificate 24 Credits
Real Estate
This Letter of Recognition provides students with the knowledge necessary to take the real estate salesperson licensing examination and also the ability to analyze potential real estate investments. Students passing the Real Estate Principles and Practices course (RLS 103) may apply to take the Maryland Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Examination. RLS 103 is 60 classroom hours in length. The Real Estate Finance and Investment course (RLS 203) includes cash-flow forecasting, financing, tax implications and timing of property disposal as related to investing in real estate. RLS 203 is 45 classroom hours in length. Credits earned for the Real Estate Letter of Recognition may be applied as electives to the Business Management Associate of Applied Science degree program. For questions or more information, call 301-322-0696.
Real Estate Code 495
Letter of Recognition
| RLS 103 Real Estate Principles and Practices for Salespersons |
4
|
| RLS 203 Real Estate Finance and Investment |
3
|
Total Required for Letter of Recognition 7 credits
Small Business Management
The Small Business Management Certificate is designed to prepare students to own, operate, and successfully manage small businesses. Students are given the opportunity to develop a business plan that includes provision for financing, site selection, marketing, budgeting, record keeping, physical facilities, incorporation, insurance, inventory control and franchising. Individuals who wish to continue their education may apply the credits earned in the certificate toward the Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Management.
Small Business Management Code 412
Certificate
Program Concentration 25 Credits
| ACC 101 Principles of Accounting I |
4
|
| BUS 122 Business Law I |
3
|
| MGT 155 Elements of Supervision |
3
|
| MGT 157 Small Business Management |
3
|
| MKG 251 Introduction to Marketing |
3
|
| MKG 263 International Marketing |
3
|
| Supporting courses |
6
|
|
Choose from the following:
ACC 103-105, MGT 101, MGT 275
BUS 124, MGT 150, MGT 291-293
CAP 131, MGT 160, MKG 271
CIS 101, MGT 162, MKG 273
HSM 151, MGT 165, MKG 277
HSM 155-156, MGT 250-255, PHL 140
HSM 162-163, MGT 258-259, RLS 103
HSM 170-176, MGT 261, RLS 203
HSM 180-189, MGT 265-266, RLS 291-294
HSM 253, MGT 270, RPM 101, 102
HSM 263, MGT 272, SPH 101
HSM 291-294
|
Electives 6 Credits
Individuals may wish to tailor their skill development to a particular type of business by choosing elective courses from other areas of the college such as music, art, photography, preschool management, engineering, computers, hotel/motel management, food service management and real estate.
Total Required for Certificate 31 Credits
Supervisory Management
Many first-time supervisors are confronted with the need to effectively manage people as well as develop self-control. Because the composition of the workforce is changing, effective supervisors must have strong interpersonal skills. This certificate is appropriate for both first-time supervisors as well as experienced supervisors who recognize that they need to enhance their supervisory skills. The certificate of Supervisory Management provides opportunities for supervisors to obtain a core set of critical supervisory management skills. The Supervisory Management letter of recognition provides a foundation in supervisory management.
Supervisory Management Code 437
Certificate
| MGT 101 Introduction to Management |
3
|
| MGT 155 Elements of Supervision |
3
|
| MGT 272 Diversity in the Workplace |
3
|
| MGT 266 Conflict Management |
3
|
| MGT 296 Emotional Intelligence inthe Workplace |
3
|
| Elective |
3
|
Choose one of the following courses:
- EGL 132 Composition II: Writing for Business
- MGT 270 Stress Management
- SPH 101 Introduction to Speech Communication
|
Total Required for Certificate 18 Credits
Supervisory Management Code 438
Letter of Recognition
| MGT 101 Introduction to Management |
3
|
| MGT 155 Elements of Supervision |
3
|
| MGT 272 Diversity in the Workplace |
3
|
Total Required for Letterof Recognition 9 Credits