Business
Introduction to Business
In this introductory course, students will learn the principles of business using real-world examples—learning what it takes to plan and launch a product or service in today’s fast-paced business environment. This course covers an introduction to economics, costs and profit, and different business types
About the course
Course Overview
In this introductory course, students will learn the principles of business using real-world examples—learning what it takes to plan and launch a product or service in today’s fast-paced business environment. This course covers an introduction to economics, costs and profit, and different business types. Students are introduced to techniques for managing money, taxes, and credits, the basics of financing a business, how a business relates to society, how to identify a business opportunity; and techniques for planning, executing, and marketing a business plan.
Textbook: Introduction to Business (Boundless CC BY-SA 4.0)
By the end of the course
Learning Objectives
- Understand basic economic principles
- Develop workplace communication skills
- Describe how businesses are structured and operated
- Design a business plan
- Weigh financial risks and rewards
Course contents
What You'll Study
Module 1: Introduction to Business
Module 2: Economics & Business
Module 3: Business Ethics & Social Responsibility
Module 4: International Business
Module 5: Business Writing
Module 6: Types of Business Ownership
Module 7: Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Module 8: Management
Module 9: Organizational Structure
Module 10: Operations Management
Module 11: Motivation Theories & Applications
Module 12: Human Resource Management
Module 13: Organized Labor Relations
Module 14: Marketing and the Customer
Module 15: Product & Pricing Strategies
Module 16: Product Distribution
Module 17: Marketing Communications
Module 18: Financial Statements
Module 19: Financial Management
Module 20: Managing Information Tech
Module 21: Functions of Money & Banking
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