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3.00 Credits
This course examines the different types of business entities from a legal perspective. Topics include sole proprietorships, corporations, partnerships, and newer types of business entities such as limited liability companies. The advantages and disadvantages of each entity type are discussed. Students learn how to prepare relevant legal documents and to make appropriate use of computers in this area of the law.
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3.00 Credits
This course is concerned with the practical aspects of criminal law and procedure as they pertain to the work of the paralegal. The first part of the course covers the nature of criminal liability, the elements of various crimes, and defenses to criminal accusations. The second part covers criminal procedure, from search and seizure through trial, sentencing, and appeal. Constitutional issues relating to search and seizure, self-incrimination, and other matters are explored in depth. Students learn how to prepare relevant documents and make appropriate use of computers in this area of the law.
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3.00 Credits
(3lab) This course focuses on those computer applications which are of central importance for paralegals. Students receive hands-on training using word-processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and legal-specific software. Students also learn how to conduct computer-assisted legal research.
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3.00 Credits
This course concerns the laws and procedures pertaining to immigration, naturalization, and related matters. Topics include legal entry into and residence in the United States, qualifying for citi zenship, and deportation. Students learn how to obtain relevant information and complete forms using both the resources of the law library and the Internet.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the substantive and procedural aspects of bankruptcy law as set forth by the federal Bankruptcy Code. Topics include the main types of bankruptcy proceedings, eligibility for each type, and the consequences of filing for bankruptcy. Students learn how to prepare relevant legal documents and to make appropriate use of computers in this area of the law.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an overview of the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry. It explores the structures, products and services of industry suppliers, such as transportation companies, attractions, hotels and other lodging providers, and of marketing organizations, such as travel agencies, tour packagers and destination-promotion organizations. The course also traces the evolution of the industry and explores its role in contemporary life.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to airline reservations and ticketing terminology, regulations, and procedures. Students learn how to plan air itineraries using printed reference materials, to reserve seats, to calculate fares, and to issue tickets and other airline forms. Emphasis is placed on the appropriate interpretation of routing and fare rules.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the operation of airline reservation computer systems. Students will learn formats to access information stored in the computer and to enter new data. Students will use these formats to make airline, rental car, and hotel reservations, create passenger records, quote airline fares, and issue airline tickets.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to research techniques used in tour planning by travel professionals. Students learn how to use information sources such as industry reference guides, travel guidebooks, and brochures to select travel products suited to client needs. Students also learn the terminology and reservations procedures used by hotels, railroads, car rental companies, cruise lines, and tour packagers. The major attractions of destinations in North America and the Caribbean are discussed.
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3.00 Credits
This course continues the study of tour planning, with emphasis on the principles of tour design and management. Topics include selecting escorted tours, planning customized independent tours, developing and administering group tour programs, and applying basic sales, marketing, and finance principles to the retail travel environment. Discussions will include the major attractions of destinations in South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Pacific.
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