Business Administration - Public Administration Track
Curriculum Description
Business Administration
Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration, Finance, Government & Public Administration, and Marketing
Pathway: Business Administration
Program Major Business Administration
Pathway Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Associate in Applied Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Public Administration.
The Public Administration track prepares students for entry into management positions in state/local governments and not-for-profit organizations, provides education for current government employees, and informs citizens of governmental functions.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
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NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 151 | Intro to Public Admin | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 12 | 6 | 0 | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 255 | Org Behavior in Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 251 | Public Finance & Budgeting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Survey of Economics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Prin of Microeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Prin of Macroeconomics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 12 | 0 | 0 | 12 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 153 | Human Resource Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Business Elective | ** | ** | ** | 1 |
| Total: | 6 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 252 | Public Policy Analysis | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 15 | 0 | 0 | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| BUS 260 | Business Communication | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MKT 228 | Service Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PAD 254 | Grant Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 12 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
Total Credit Hours: 64
Additional Information
Business Electives — Select one credit hour: ACC 121, ACC 149, BUS 125, BUS 225, BUS 270, CTS 130, MKT 223, PMT 111, WBL 111
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ENG 131, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
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