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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ESLP 0130 or placement test This course is designed for ESL students at the intermediate level who need to improve their ability to write clear paragraphs and correct sentences. Students will also practice listening to lectures in English and taking notes on these lectures. Students will further develop their reading comprehension skills and vocabulary, as well as speaking and pronunciation skills. Course work will include work on grammar, usage, parts of speech, punctuation, and idioms. Writing assignments will include sentences, paragraphs, and narratives. The course grade will be Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. (4 contact hours)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ESLP 0140 or placement test This integrated Advanced EAP (English for Academic Purposes) course focuses on further developing and refining a variety of listening and oral skills used in the American academic community. The course will address different aspects of spoken academic English. Work on accuracy and pronunciation, stress patterns, intonation, and rhythm help students in a variety of academic contexts, including making formal presentations to class. Students will complete background readings, listen to short talks, be active in class discussions, and give several short presentations. The course will provide further note-taking practice. There also will be real-life assignments that venture into tasks outside of the classroom. The course grade will be Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. (3 contact hours)
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ESLP 0140 or placement test This course is designed for ESL students at the high intermediate level who need to improve their writing skills to prepare for college-level writing and who are ready to begin writing essays. Course work will include instruction in sentence, paragraph, and essay structure; principles of grammar and mechanics; voice-audience awareness; and revising and editing techniques. Writing assignments will include paragraphs and essays. The course grade will be Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. (3 contact hours)
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Prerequisite: permission of instructor These specialized courses provide opportunities for foreign travel along with a formal course of study. Faculty members direct all courses, which may include study at recognized and accredited institutions abroad. Courses focus on a major theme such as history, art, business, or language, or are interdisciplinary in nature.
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2.00 Credits
This course offers students an opportunity to participate in an organized travel seminar in the United States and Mexico. Students will meet and learn from people representing a broad range of perspectives on issues including cultural differences, immigration, environmental degradation, and global economic issues.(3 contact hours: 1 lecture, 2 lab)
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the past and present of Cuba through a combination of traditional and non-traditional teaching methodologies. The class starts with a series of on-campus lectures. These lectures familiarize the student with Cuba's history as well as with its current social, economical, political, and cultural situation. The lectures give special attention to the Castro period, and to the relationship between Cuba and the USA. The second part of the course is a guided visit to Cuba. Here the students will have the opportunity to visit institutions, cities, villages and historical sites, and experience first-hand the reality of the country. (3 contact hours)
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2.00 Credits
This course introduces students to a broad range of topics relating to the proper management of the financial affairs of individuals and family units. The course includes such topics as: planning for the expenditure of money (budgeting); the wise use of credit; providing transportation and shelter; saving/investing money; and planning for retirement. This elective course helps students function more effectively in our society. (2 contact hours)
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2.00 Credits
This course introduces the nonprofessional investor to the various investment alternatives available, with an emphasis on stocks and bonds. The course includes such topics as: the role of brokerage firms in the securities business; the function of security exchanges; risk and return potential as it relates to different investment alternatives; and analyzing specific securities. This elective course helps students more intelligently evaluate investment alternatives and/or advice received from professionals regarding investment alternatives. (2 contact hours)
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the concepts and methods of financial management for a small business using the information generated by the accounting information system. The course covers the financial aspects of starting a new business, preparing a business plan, evaluating operations using financial information, managing cash flow, and managing costs. The course also introduces some of the major federal and state tax issues relating to the operation of a business. The course is designed for present or potential business owners with little or no financial background. (4 contact hours)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ACCT 1100 This course introduces finance for industrial-oriented students who need to know more about the corporate financial structure of our economy. The course places emphasis on financial analysis, using ratios, working capital management, and capital budgeting. The course is designed for non-accounting/non-financial majors. (3 contact hours)
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