College of Marin
Spring 2008 Schedule of Classes
BUSINESS
Directed study courses are offered at the KTD campus.
BUS 101 3.0 units
Intro to Business
This course surveys the evolution of our capitalist system and the
environment in which business operates focusing on globalization,
management, marketing, accounting, and finance. The course includes a
management/economic computer simulation component designed to provide
students with experience operating a simulated business. ($2 material fee)
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1684 Pacula N, Kennedy R
D TTh 8:10-9:30am, KTD/BC105
and 1hr/wk TBA, KTD/BC104
1685 Pacula N, Kennedy R
J MW 9:40-11am, KTD/BC105
and 1hr/wk TBA, KTD/BC104
1686 Pacula N
C MW 12:40-2pm, KTD/BC105
and 1hr/wk TBA, KTD/BC104
1687 Pacula N, Hailer-O'Keefe L, Kennedy R
M 6:10-9pm, KTD/BC105
and 1hr/wk TBA, KTD/BC104
BUS 107 3.0 units
Business Law
Study the law of contracts, negotiable instruments, real property and
partnerships. Fulfills California Department of Real Estate requirements
for salesperson/broker license. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1688 Willet N
Th 6:10-9pm, KTD/HC171
BUS 112 4.0 units
Financial Accounting
Fundamental accounting concepts including financial statements, internal
control, elements of the accounting cycles for merchandising and service
enterprises, assets, liability and equity formation for different economic
entities. This course is designed to be the first course in accounting for
transfer business students, vocational bookkeeping students, as well as
small business owners and managers. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1689 Steiner L
G TTh 9:10-11am, KTD/OH105
1690 Forsyth S
Sat 9:10-1pm, KTD/BC105
No class meeting 2/16 & 4/12.
5036 Forsyth S
MW 6:10-8pm, IVC/OL158
BUS 112B 2.0 units
Financial Accounting IB
Prerequisite: BUS 112A ADVISED
Fundamental accounting concepts including financial statements, internal
control, elements of the accounting cycles for merchandising and serve
enterprises, assets, and liabilities. Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1691 Steiner L
2.5hrs/wk TBA, KTD/OH105
Note: Material fee changed from $2.00 to None
Students who have previously taken BUS 112A can enroll in this
section. Contact Larry Steiner at 485-9616.
BUS 113 5.0 units
Managerial Accounting
Prerequisite: BUS 112A & 112B
Managerial cost concepts, cost accounting systems, cost profit
relationships, budgeting, and standard costs analysis. Transfer Credit:
CSU/UC
1692 Steiner L
B TTh 1:10-3:30pm, KTD/LC39
1693 Steiner L
TTh 6:10-8:30pm, KTD/BC105
BUS 114 1.5 units
Beginning Computer Accounting
Prerequisite: BUS 112A ADVISED
A first course in the operation of the computerized accounting software,
QuickBooks. This course is designed for business entrepreneurs who will be
using a computerized accounting system in their business as well as
students training to be professional accountants. Subjects will include an
overview of the software, setting up a company, entering, working with
lists, setting up inventory, paying bills, payroll, and preparation of
reports and graphs. Transfer Credit: CSU
($4 material fee)
1694 3/19-5/14 Steiner L
W 6:10-8pm, KTD/BC105
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/BC102
BUS 121 3.0 units
New Venture Creation
This course focuses on the entrepreneur and the concepts, skills, know-
how, information, attitudes, alternatives, and resources that are relevant
for success in starting, operating, and managing a new venture. Covers the
environment, resources, business plan, accounting, financing, marketing,
management, and legal aspects. This course includes industry and market
research and requires students (teams) to write a business plan. Transfer
Credit: CSU
1695 Kennedy R, Pacula N
N TTh 11:10-12:30pm, KTD/BC105
and 1hr/wk TBA, KTD/BC104
BUS 127 1.5 units
Create a Business Plan
This course guides students through the process of actually writing a
business plan. This is accomplished by a series of lectures and
discussions, research assignments, the utilization of computer software
and individual consultation by the instructor. Transfer Credit: CSU
1696 3/18-5/22 Hailer-O'Keefe L
TTh 11:40-12:30pm, KTD/LC39
3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
BUS 132 1.5 units
Human Resource Management
A course for anyone wishing to learn the essentials of human resource
management. Transfer Credit: CSU
1697 1/28-3/24 Boyd S
M 6:10-9pm, KTD/DH103
BUS 133 1.5 units
Diversity in the Workplace
This course teaches students how to manage diversity in today's workplace.
Transfer Credit: CSU
1698 1/23-3/12 Boyd S
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/DH103
BUS 134 1.5 units
Human Relations
A course for anyone wishing to learn essential human relations skills as
they apply to the work site. Transfer Credit: CSU
1699 3/31-5/19 Boyd S
M 6:10-9:20pm, KTD/DH103
BUS 141 2.0 units
Intermediate Business English
Prerequisite: BUS 97
This is a professional-level course in grammar, usage, punctuation, and
editing for students of business or technical writing, medical
transcription, and court reporting. Transfer Credit: CSU
5037 Tjernell L
C M 12:10-2pm, IVC/OL200
BUS 144 3.0 units
Business Communication
Prerequisite: BUS 97 ADVISED
Students will learn to write letters, memoranda, resumes, reports, and
other business documents easily and effectively. Transfer Credit: CSU
1700 Wilson B
Web Based Course, 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/IVC
Please see Distance Learning page.
In this online business writing course, students will need access to
a home or school computer, an Internet connection, and Microsoft
Word. Students should be familiar with sending and receiving e-mail
and with using a Web browser to navigate and search Web sites. There
are no on-campus attendance requirements for this course except for a
final exam. Students should register, using the four-digit section
number. Once officially registered, students MUST also send an e-mail
message to the instructor at brian.wilson@marin.edu to verify
enrollment in the class and to AVOID BEING DROPPED. Books are needed
the first week of class. Students should plan on spending at least
six hours per week in studying and developing their writing skills.
For more information visit: http://www.marin.edu/buscom or phone
(415) 485-9322
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