Credits: 3.00 An overview of business and economics for the non-major, and a first step for all business majors. The course both defines and applies the fundamental principles of economics, management, marketing, management information systems (MIS), accounting and finance, including personal finance. Prerequisites: none

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.