Business Administration Course Descriptions - Southern State Community College





	BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - BADM BADM 103 Introduction to Retailing 3 credits Evolution, organization and operation of retailing. Included are retail functions: buying, selling, merchandise planning, budgeting, procedures, pricing, sales promotion, inventory, evaluation, cost analysis and control. BADM 104 Principles of Management I 1-3 credits Introduction to concepts and methods in management of business enterprises. Concentrating on ethical and social responsibilities, the planning process, decision making, organizational structure, power, authority and delegation, and decentralization. BADM 105 Principles of Management II 1-3 credits As a part of the study of management, this course covers such topics as organizational change and staffing, leadership, motivation, communication, and managerial controls. BADM 110 Fashion Merchandising and Buying 3 credits History, theory and socioeconomics of fashion merchandising. Merchandising concepts for distribution of fashion goods. BADM 111 Textiles 3 credits Information concerning construction, fibers, and finishes which affect the appearance and wearing qualities of fabrics. BADM 115 Aviation Management 3 credits Major functions of airport, airline and fixed base management. Organization, zoning, financing, revenues, expenses, safety and the social-economic effect on the community. BADM 131 Office Management 3 credits This course covers organization and functions of the office, the office buildings, planning and layouts, furniture and equipment, machines and appliances, personnel and supervision. The remainder of the course deals with correspondence and records management, office forms, budgeting controls, and work simplification. BADM 171 Introduction to Business 3 credits This class introduces the student to the fundamentals of business. Special emphasis is placed on the meaning and purpose of business in our society, the historical development of business and the general economic setting for business today. The following business areas will be covered: organization of a business, business environment and human relations, marketing, financing, accounting, budgeting, reports, and information systems. BADM 199 Seminar 1-9 credits Discussion of particular problems related to chosen program and areas of special interest. BADM 202 Organizational Dynamics 1-3 credits This course helps the student to recognize and develop those traits necessary for good subordinates, customers, and other business associates. For non-management majors. BADM 203 Fundamentals of Small Business Management Prerequisites: ACCT 104 1-3 credits The place and role of small business firms: problems they face, opportunities involved, and competitive considerations. Special attention is given the preparation of the business plan, utilizing the desire and income approach to planning. BADM 204 Marketing 1-5 credits An introduction to marketing fundamentals, developing target markets, the marketing mix, and understanding consumer behavior. Included is a study of the structure and the functioning of the marketing system as it relates to retailing and wholesaling. Emphasis is also placed on pricing, planning, implementing and controlling marketing plans, programs and systems. BADM 206 Principles and History of Management 3 credits Introduction to concepts and history of management. Concentrating on ethical and social responsibility, the planning process, decision making, organizational structure, power, authority and delegation, and decentralization. As part of the study of management, this course covers such topics as organizational change and staffing, leadership, motivation, communication, and managerial controls. BADM 208 Principles of Supervision 4 credits This is an introductory course for a supervisory program. Emphasis will be placed on developing and understanding of human relations at the supervisory level. Insight into good job relations and methods of handling problems arising between supervisors and personnel will be emphasized. Covers organizational structure, effective communications, and team work. BADM 215 Gender and Diversity: Managing in a Changing Workforce 4 credits Basic gender and diversity theories are analyzed to provide the student with a firm foundation for managing in a workforce composed of individuals. Women are taking more of a role in American productivity, men are “switching places” with their partners. The course will examine the effects of gender and diversity in the workplace and how to manage and balance these issues. BADM 216 Business Ethics 3 credits This course is an introduction to various ethical topics and situations the office or computer professional may encounter in today's workplace. BADM 220 Human Resources Management 5 credits Structure and functions of personnel activity, recruitment and placement, performance appraisal, salary administration, employee benefits, personnel planning, management development and labor relations. BADM 222 Business Finance Prerequisites: ACCT 106, ECON 205 4 credits Course is an introduction to basic concepts, principles, and analytical techniques of financial management. Topics include the whole scope of the financial system and its functions: (1) the markets, (2) the institutions, and (3) the principles and concepts of financial management which guide the participants in making sound decisions. BADM 230 Industrial Management 1-3 credits Fundamentals of industrial management. Survey of manufacturing operation within the production framework. BADM 235 Insurance and Risk 3 credits Types and nature of life and health insurance, includes types of insurance, contracts, and functional aspects of property, liability and casualty insurance. BADM 237 Introduction to Property and Casualty Insurance 5 credits This course covers the principles of insurance, policy terms, managing risk, insurance regulations, agent licensing and responsibilities. The types of insurance that are discussed are standard fire policy, property, liability, homeowners, auto, and commercial property. BADM 240 Principles of Bank Operation 3 credits As the foundation for most subsequent American Institute of Banking (AIB) courses, Principles of Banking touches on nearly every aspect of bank functions. Included is a comprehensive introduction to banking in today’s economy. Discussions on specific topics are presented in an easily accessible form. The language and documents of banking, check processing, teller functions, deposit function, trust services, bank bookkeeping, and bank loans and investments are some primary topics. The course ends with a discussion of the bank’s role in the community. BADM 242 Installment Credit 3 credits This modular course emphasizes the pragmatic “how-to” details of Installment Credit. Topics covered are principles of credit evaluation, open-end credit, marketing bank services, collection policies and procedures, legal aspects, financial statement analysis, direct and indirect installment credit department, management, insurance and rate structures and yields. BADM 250 Quality Improvement Management Prerequisites: ACCT 104 and MATH 124 or permission of instructor 4 credits This course is about total quality management (TQM) and about operationalizing a philosophy of management, a corporate vision, and strategic differentiation. Although the course does not include the science of statistical quality control, this topic is treated along with other applied tools and techniques that are necessary for implementation of a quality program. This is achieved by integrating all functions and activities for the purpose of continuous improvement and consumer satisfaction. BADM 251 Business Law I - The Legal Environment 3 credits This course is an introduction to the legal and social environment of business. This course covers government regulations, consumer protection, environmental law, ethics and social forces, crimes, torts, computers and the law, international business, and the constitutional foundation of our legal system. This course also covers topics in insurance, employment, real property, corporations, and forms of business organizations. BADM 252 Business Law II - Contracts 3 credits This course is an introduction to contracts. This course covers the agreement, contractual capacity, consideration, form of contract, third persons, genuineness of assent, legality, discharge and breach of contract. This course also covers bailments, special bailments, and personal property. BADM 253 Business Law III - The Financial Environment 3 credits This course is an introduction to various legal topics. This course covers sales and warranties, commercial paper, bankruptcy, agency relationships, partnerships, estates, and trusts. BADM 271 Salesmanship 1-3 credits Study is made of the development of the fundamental principles of wholesale and specialty selling, including such phases as developing the sales plan, securing prospects, effective goods and service presentation, product analysis, closing the sale, and the service after the sale. BADM 272 Business Communications 3 credits A course covering how to effectively write specific kinds of business letters; i.e., inquiries, answer to inquiries, claims and adjustments, credit, collection, sales, and the application letter. Basic qualities, form, clarity and coherence in business letters will be stressed. BADM 276 Public Relations 1-3 credits Creating a public image with the use of advertising, personal communications, and personnel relations. BADM 280 Leadership 4 credits Develops leadership skills, practices, and personal philosophy. The course will cover leadership theories and effective methods. BADM 290 Problems in Business Applications Prerequisites: ACCT 104, ACCT 105, ACCT 106, 35% of the required technical credits in the Business Mgmt program or Permission of Instructor 5 credits A comprehensive survey course designed to test the student’s mastery of the BADM courses required for the Associate Degree in Business Management Technology. The overall subject matter deals with business planning. The course is a series of projects: strategic planning, production and operations management, staffing, motivation, public relations, business ethics, and marketing. Successful completion of the course requires a portfolio of reports covering the assigned projects. BADM 299 Research Project Prerequisite: Second year standing as a major in Business Management and with permission of the instructor 1-9 credits Independent study resulting in a technical report, research paper, project, or a combination of these. Selection of the area of study is made in consultation with the instructor, and must be approved by him.