Reedley College Catalog 2018-19

173 Course Descriptions 2018-2019 Catalog Biology - Business Administration 22 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY 5 units, 4 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, pass/no pass PREREQUISITES: Biology 20 and Chemistry 1A or 3A. This course provides a basic understanding and working knowledge of the human body with emphasis on the functions of each major system. The interrelationship between human systems and the relationship between structure and function of each system will be studied at several levels (biochemical, cellular, organ levels). (A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID BIOL 120B) 31 MICROBIOLOGY 5 units, 3 lecture hours, 6 lab hours PREREQUISITES: Biology 1 or 5 or 11A and Chemistry 3A or 1A. ADVISORIES: English 1A and Mathematics 201. This course provides an introduction to the structure, metabolism and ecology of microorganisms with special emphasis on microbe-related human diseases. This course is designed to introduce the student to a variety of topics in the area of microbiology. The text, lab manuals, and lectures are geared to students in biological, medical, physical education and health-oriented programs. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I) BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BA) 5 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS 3 units, 3 lecture hours, pass/no pass ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125, 126, and Mathematics 201. This course teaches students to prepare business letters, reports, memos, and oral presentations used in a business environment. Emphasis is placed on document organization, using correct grammar, writing to the desired audience, and creating appropriate tone. (A, CSU) 10 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS 3 units, 3 lecture hours, pass/no pass ADVISORIES: English 1A and Mathematics 201. This is a survey in business course providing a multidisciplinary examination of how culture, society, economic systems, legal, international, political, financial institutions, and human behavior interact to affect a business organization’s policy and practices within the U.S. and a global society. This course examines how these influences impact the primary areas of business including: organizational structure and design; leadership, human resource management and organized labor practices; marketing; organizational communication; technology; entrepreneurship; legal, accounting and financial practices; the stock and securities market; and therefore, affect a business’ ability to achieve its organizational goals. (A, CSU, UC) (C-ID BUS 110) 12 INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY 3 units, 3 lecture hours, pass/no pass ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125, 126, and Mathematics 201. This course provides an introduction to many facets of the hospitality industry including lodging, food service, travel and tourism. The history, growth and development, current trends and organizational structure of the industry are explored with a focus on employment opportunities. (A, CSU) 15 INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT 3 units, 3 lecture hours, pass/no pass ADVISORIES: English 1A. This course is an introduction to the primary management functions, including strategic and tactical planning, decision-making, organizational design and systems, leadership, motivation and communication, and internal control systems. (A, CSU) 18 BUSINESS LAW AND THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT 4 units, 4 lecture hours, pass/no pass ADVISORIES: English 1A or 1AH. The Business Law course will cover the following topical areas: sources of law, ethics in law, criminal law, tort law, contract law, agency, business structures, judicial and administrative processes, international law and domestic governmental regulations. The course will require case study discussions and written briefs. (A, CSU, UC) (C-ID BUS 125) (C-ID BUS 120)