Business (BUS)
BUS 1010 — Introduction to Business
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course is designed to expose students from any area of study to the many functions of modern business. The course shows students how these functions exist in a changing society and the types of decisions which must be made within that environment. The importance of business in modern society is also emphasized throughout the course. In an introductory manner, the course covers topics such as entrepreneurship, economics, management, human resource management, marketing, and accounting.
BUS 1020 — Computer Technology and Applications
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course covers computer-related topics and computer applications. Students will use the current version Microsoft Office 365 to learn the basics of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software and use all applications in a final project. Other topics may include technology concepts, security, ethics, operating systems, file management, and various technologies and computer applications related to a major or career. (Additional fee required)
BUS 1060 — QuickBooks for Small Business
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course is designed for entrepreneurs or small business owners who have chosen to use QuickBooks Online software to manage accounting. The course teaches basic accounting concepts and simple automated accounting methods for recording business transactions and maintaining necessary financial reports.
BUS 1110 — Digital Media Tools
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 4
Students will become familiar with the basic skills and techniques used to communicate through the design and creation of powerful media productions.
This course will provide an introduction to industry-standard software tools that are used to create and edit images, audio, video, and more. The course consists of hands-on assignments that encourage students to apply newly acquired skills and to think critically. This course is cross-listed as COMM 1800.
BUS 1170 — Human Relations in Organizations SS
Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
General Ed Requirement: Social Science
This is an introductory course in human relations principles and workplace skills applicable to management effectiveness, career success, and personal relationships. Theories and methods of organizational behavior, professionalism, motivation, team building, conflict resolution, leadership, negotiation, cultural differences, and personal communication are discussed. Practical application and development of workplace skills are emphasized throughout the course. Successful completion of the course satisfies the Social and Behavior Science General Education requirement.
BUS 1200 — Business Careers Seminar
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
This course will introduce students to the many rewarding career and educational opportunities in business. Students will explore the Business Department degree and certificate options available at Snow, as well as future educational and career possibilities. The course is designed to help students connect career interests with educational options and requirements. Guest lecturers will include professionals from industry, as well as representatives from four-year business programs at transfer schools.
BUS 1210 — Personal & Consumer Finance SS
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
General Ed Requirement: Social Science
This course will introduce personal and consumer financial concepts and give students basic tools to make sound financial decisions in today's society based on economic trends and research. This is a practical course in personal money management consisting of financial planning including career choices, budgeting, planning for retirement, financing a home and automobile, and understanding consumer credit, taxes, insurance, and investments. Students will use basic math skills as well as read, write, and think critically. This course is cross-listed as HFST 1210.
BUS 1270 — Strategic Selling IE
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
General Ed Requirement: Integrated Exploration
This is a pragmatic course that explores the theory and application of sales and customer service, with a focus on relationship building. Students will present multiple sales presentations based on strategies, theories, and best practices learned in class. The culmination of the course is a final sales presentation which provides an opportunity to apply what was learned throughout the term.
BUS 1300 — Social Media Marketing
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Social media allows businesses to gain a competitive advantage by creating and distributing relevant content to clearly-defined audiences. Students entering the workforce must utilize new and ever-changing social media marketing strategies to help businesses succeed. In this course, students will be introduced to effective social media tools and tactics that can immediately be applied as they enter the business world.
BUS 1303 — Sales Operations
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Sales Operations Management is a comprehensive course that integrates the principles of sales operations and revenue operations to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to optimize revenue generation processes within organizations. This course provides a holistic understanding of how sales, marketing, and customer success functions intersect to drive revenue growth and enhance overall organizational performance.
BUS 1400 — Projects in Social Entrepreneurship
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
This course is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in applying social entrepreneurship concepts and entrepreneurial skills and practices to today's business environment. Students will apply knowledge gained from their various academic and professional disciplines, as well as deploy communication and project management skills, in developing and implementing educational projects using sources in the local community. This course will be guided by the Enactus program and is open to students from all disciplines.
BUS 1500 — Introduction to Investing and Finance
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This class is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to personal investing and is suitable for beginners and those looking to enhance their financial knowledge. Students will engage in hands-on activities, including creating a personalized investment plan that reflects their financial goals and risk tolerance. The curriculum covers key topics such as selecting a broker, opening an investment account, and understanding the essential differences between investing and speculation.
BUS 1510 — Photoshop
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course introduces students to editing digital images. Students will develop skills in photo manipulation using Adobe Photoshop. Students will also learn different editing methods through projects and examples.
BUS 1600 — Entrepreneurship Seminars
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
In this course students are introduced to the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship as they learn from the experiences shared by successful guest entrepreneurs. Each guest entrepreneur offers insight regarding starting, operating, and harvesting a successful venture to inform and inspire students. This course is repeatable for credit.
BUS 1700 — Professional Business Leadership
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
Lab hours: 1
Lab hours: 1
Students who take this course will be involved in the Snow College Business Club and will affiliate with national business student organizations Collegiate Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and/or Collegiate DECA. Students develop valuable leadership skills, build their resumes, meet business leaders in the community and beyond, learn professional presentation strategies, experience the rewards of community service, and enjoy optional unique travel opportunities -- all while networking with both peers and professionals. This course is repeatable for credit.
BUS 1997 — Business Internships I
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 1-3
This course is designed to provide hands-on, field-based work experiences in business. Internships provide an opportunity for students to link theory with practice. Internships are also designed to help students network with professionals increasing their opportunities to receive full-time employment after graduation and provide resume worthy experience. Internships can introduce students to multiple professions within the broad field of business, helping them narrow down their specific areas of interest early on in their college experience. Internships are temporary, on-the-job experiences intended to help students identify how their studies in the classroom apply to the workplace. Internships can be paid or volunteer with a business, organization, or government agency and are individually arranged by the student in collaboration with a business faculty member and a supervisor at the workplace.
This course is repeatable for up to 6 credits, with no more than 3 credits per semester. Each credit requires 45 clock hours of internship experience. Internships are typically pass/fail credits. Students desiring a grade will need to negotiate a contract with significant academic work beyond the actual work experience.
BUS 2010 — Business Computer Proficiency
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Students will use the current version of Microsoft Excel and Access. The course will cover introductory to intermediate database and spreadsheet concepts. Students will complete an integrated project using both applications to summarize data that can be analyzed to make decisions. To be successful in the class, students should have a basic understanding of computer applications and file management. BUS 1020 is recommended as a prerequisite. (Additional fee required)
BUS 2050 — Business Law
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course addresses basic principles of business law, including the legal environment of business, forms of business organization, ethics, torts, contracts, agency, and the purchase and sale of goods under the Uniform Commercial Code. This class will provide a basic framework of business law which will help students who either start their own business, work for someone else, or pursue a legal degree.
BUS 2200 — Business Communication
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
In this course, students learn highly marketable skills in preparing strategic professional business documents and presentations. Students explore a variety of problem-solving approaches typical in a professional environment. This course includes employment document preparation, as well as job interview strategies and techniques. Skills learned in this course are valuable to students in any major.
BUS 2203 — Customer Service Principles & Management
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Designed to provide students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge, this course delves into fundamental principles essential for success in customer-facing roles and team management.
Through a balanced curriculum comprising theoretical frameworks, case studies, and interactive discussions, students will gain a deep understanding of customer service concepts, including satisfaction, relationship building, and effective communication strategies. Additionally, the course offers insights into team leadership within the context of customer service management, focusing on motivation, collaboration, and performance optimization.
BUS 2222 — Entrepreneurship
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Open to students from any discipline, this introductory course is intended to provide students with a solid foundation in how to turn entrepreneurial ideas into reality. In this class, students can find the knowledge and strategies to take their ideas to the next level, whether they are ready to channel their inspiration into a new venture or take their ideas to a larger organization.
BUS 2450 — Presentations for Business
Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course is designed for students to develop effective oral presentation skills, allowing for increased poise and self-confidence. Students learn marketable skills such as how to integrate presentation and technical skills to create dynamic and professional presentations that may be presented online and/or to live audiences.
The course teaches students how to perform audience analysis for planning a well-received presentation with a clear purpose. Students will be given multiple opportunities to plan, develop, deliver, and evaluate presentations. Strategies for overcoming presentation anxiety and relaxation techniques will be explored.
BUS 2650 — Management Principles for Entrepreneurs
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course addresses specific management strategies related to starting, owning, operating, and growing a small business. Students will explore marketing, customer service, financial management, leadership, ethics, and growth opportunities. Real-world case studies and examples will be used throughout the course, along with contemporary readings relevant to the current business environment.