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Biola University
BUSN 301 - Business Writing and Case Analysis Credits 3 Provides an understanding of business communication and trains students to become effective written and oral communicators by imparting the fundamentals of style and strategy for typical business documents and developing critical thinking by means of case analysis and analytical reports. It is designed to 1) familiarize students with the techniques, strategies, and forms of writing used in the professional world; 2) teach students to use precise and persuasive language to achieve business goals; and 3) prepare students for communication in the workplace and in other business classes. Notes: Passing this course will satisfy the Crowell School of Business Writing Competency Requirement (WCR). A student must receive a grade of "C" or higher to pass this course. This course must be taken the first semester after the student is admitted into the Crowell School of Business. No substitutions or transfers will be allowed in place of this course. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BUSN 220. ENGL 100 or 112; and ENGL 113. Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 306 - System Analysis and Design Credits 3 Students with information technology skills will learn to analyze and design information systems. Students will practice project management during team-oriented analysis and design of a departmental level system. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BUSN 105, BUSN 220. Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 307 - Social Media, SEO and Digital Strategy Credits 3 An introductory course providing students with the media tools and grasp of marketing-related media theory needed for effective digital communications in businesses and organizations. Course content will cover the basic social media platforms and their uses from an organizational standpoint; Search Engine Optimization (SEO) tools and methods; and digital strategy for online advertising, analytics and website user trending. Upon completion, students will be equipped to create digital communication strategies, understanding the platforms and tools available along with methods to measure effectiveness for a variety of audiences. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 308 - Business Technology Practicum Credits 3 Under the guide of an instructor, students will learn how to design and build a personal computer, load an operating system, install software, and troubleshoot the associated problems. Students who have experience building a personal computer will be given the option of an alternative project. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BUSN 220. Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 311 - Intermediate Accounting I Credits 3 Advanced treatment of cash-flow, funds-flow analyses, preparation of financial statements, income tax allocation, valuation, forecasts, and cash reconciliation. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BUSN 212. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 312 - Intermediate Accounting II Credits 3 Advanced treatment of cash-flow, funds-flow analyses, preparation of financial statements, income tax allocation, valuation, forecasts, and cash reconciliation. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BUSN 311. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level.
BUSN 313 - Cost Accounting Credits 3 Cost accounting from a managerial, conceptual and technical viewpoint; product, labor, material and overhead costing; planning and control processes; and analytical procedures. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BUSN 311. Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 314 - Federal Income Tax For Individuals Credits 3 An explanation of the federal income tax law as it relates to individuals. The tax structure is examined in light of its historical development with emphasis on problem solving. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Undergraduate Level. BUSN 316 - Federal Income Tax for Partnerships, Corporations and Estates Credits 3 An explanation of the federal income tax law as it relates to partnerships and corporations. Estate taxes are reviewed with a historical perspective. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 317 - Accounting Information Systems Credits 3 The study of computer based systems for the collection, organization, and presentation of accounting information. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BUSN 311. Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 318 - Human Resource Management Credits 3 A study of the relevant ideas and developments in the field of human resource management that permit organizations of all types to improve productivity, quality and service. EEO, staffing, training, compensation and labor relations are all emphasized. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 319 - Organizational Ethics Credits 3 The foundations and theories of ethics as related to the Bible, the market place, and the modern corporation. Case studies in modern ethics are discussed with a view to raising the moral consciousness of business professionals. Notes: This course does not meet Core Curriculum requirements. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level. BUSN 323 - Business Analytics Credits 3 Students will be introduced to the concepts of business analytics. Topics will include business modeling, optimization techniques, advanced spreadsheet techniques, and data visualization. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: BUSN 220, MATH 190. Acceptance into the Crowell School of Business. Restrictions: Must be Undergraduate Level.
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