BUS-23203 credit hours

Business and Society

Business and Administration · 3 hrs Lecture

Offered: Every Year

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BUS-2320 prerequisites

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BUS-1201Introduction to Business I

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Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S

Applied Mathematics 40S

equivalent

BUS-1202 both with a minimum grade of C+

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Description

This course provides a critical introduction to the roles, effects, and relationships of business on society, including individuals, governments, shared beliefs, and political authority. This course offers historic context and ongoing developments to understand current direct and indirect impacts of both small businesses and corporations on society. Emphasis is placed on relating course material to current events while offering important historical development and context, particularly when considering forces such a globalization. Course delivery is by discussion, lecture, and some videos, and is supported by Nexus.

Requisite courses

BUS-1201(3) and BUS-1202(3) both with a minimum grade of C+ [prerequisite(s)].

Lecture

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