Courses
102 Basic Accounting
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: Mathematics 35 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Level M30; and English 43 or Business 92 and English 42, each
with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W4 and
R4.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for
more advanced Accounting courses. Theory and practice in the fundamentals of
accounting transactions; business documents, journals and ledgers; opening,
adjusting and closing entries; payroll. (FT) Associate Degree Credit and not
Transferable.
116A Financial Accounting
4 hours, 4 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51and English 56 and Mathematics 95, each with a grade of "C"
or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5 and M40. This
introductory financial accounting course provides instruction in the theory and
practice of accounting applicable to recording, summarizing, and reporting of
business transactions for external uses. Topics also include coverage of asset
valuation, revenue and expense recognition, and appropriate accounting for
various asset, liability, and capital accounts. This course is required for
business majors preparing for and planning to transfer to, a four-year college
or university. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to
CSU and/or private colleges and universities. UC Transfer Course List. (CAN BUS
2) (CAN BUS SEQ A = ACCT 116A+116B)
116B Principles of Accounting - Managerial
4 hours, 4 units
Grade Only
Prerequisite: Accounting 116A with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent. This
introductory managerial accounting course provides instruction in the selection
and analysis of accounting information for internal use by managers. Emphasis is
given to the use of information needed for managerial planning and control. This
course is required for business majors preparing for, and planning
to transfer to, a four-year college or university. (FT)
Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or
private colleges and universities. UC Transfer Course
List. (CAN BUS 4) (CAN BUS SEQ A = ACCT 116A+116B)
120 Federal Income Tax
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in
Accounting 102 or 116A; and concurrent enrollment in
Accounting 121.
Structure of personal income taxation. Tax planning.
Underlying social and economic issues. Emphasis on tax
concepts rather than tax return preparation. (FT)
Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or
private colleges and universities.
121 California Income Tax
1 hour, 1 unit
Grade Only
Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in Accounting 120.
This is a study of the structure of California personal
income taxation, tax planning and underlying social
economic issues. An emphasis will be placed on tax
concepts rather than tax return preparation. The course
contrasts and compares California requirements to
Federal Income Tax. Associate Degree Credit & transfer
to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
128A Small Business Accounting -
Recordkeeping
1.5 hours, 1.5 units
Grade Only
Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in Accounting 128B.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with credit for Accounting 128.
In this course, students will learn the basic accounting
skills necessary to run a small business. They will study
the practical applications of recording, summarizing,
and reporting business transactions for internal uses as
well as for completing federal, state, and local
reporting requirements. (FT) Associate Degree Credit
and not Transferable.
128B Small Business Accounting - Payroll
1.5 hours, 1.5 units
Grade Only
Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in Accounting 128A.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with credit for Accounting 128.
In this course, students will learn the basic record
keeping skills necessary to determine payroll for a small
business. They will study the practical application of
recording, summarizing, and reporting business
transactions for internal uses as well as completing
federal, state, and local reporting requirements. (FT)
Associate Degree Credit and not Transferable.
150 Computer Accounting Applications
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in
Accounting 102 or 116A.
An introductory course of computerized accounting
system functions utilizing integrated general ledger
software package (such as DacEasy) and spreadsheet
software (such as Lotus 1-2-3). (FT) Associate Degree
Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and
universities. UC Transfer Course List.
This discipline may offer specialized instruction in
one or more of the following areas: Supervised
Tutoring (044), Special Topics (265), Independent
Study (290), Individualized Instruction (296),
Service Learning (277), Applied Applications and
Software Skills (045L), or Work Experience (270).
Please refer to the class schedule and/or see the dean
or department chair for availability.
90A Learning Skills
1.5 hours, 1.5 units
Grade Only
This is a course designed to teach the skills necessary
to become a successful learner, both in college and in
the years beyond college. Emphasis is placed on time
management, organizational skills, and basic thinking,
reading and writing techniques. Students will be able
to successfully learn, retain and communicate
information. This course is intended for the beginning
or returning certificate student planning to major in
vocational education. (FT) Associate Degree Credit
90B Work Success
1.5 hours, 1.5 units
Grade Only
This is a course designed to teach the skills necessary
to become a successful employee. Emphasis is placed
on understanding and developing the skills necessary to
secure and keep a job. Students will be able to look for
employment, prepare for an interview, and model the
qualities of a successful employee. This course is
intended for the beginning or returning student
planning to seek gainful employment. (FT) Associate
Degree
Credit
90C Business Internship Seminars
1 hour, 1 unit
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of “C” or
better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5
and R5.
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to
employment opportunities in the local job market. Each
class includes five industry presentations that require
students to research the particular business, write a
practice resume for that business, and conduct a mock
interview for that business. This course is intended for
students majoring in the computer technology options
of the Business Studies certificates of completion,
certificates of achievement, and associate in science
Business (BUSE)
degrees. (FT) Associate Degree Credit and not
Transferable.
90D Workplace Competencies
1.5 hours, 1.5 units
Grade Only
This course teaches the necessary SCANS (Secretary's
Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills) skills for a
student to become a successful participant in today's
workforce. Emphasis is on time management,
organizational skills, and basic thinking, reading, and
writing techniques. Students are able to successfully
select, learn, retain, analyze, and communicate
information. This course is intended for the beginning
or returning certificate student planning to major in
vocational education. (FT) Associate Degree Credit and
not Transferable.
92 Introduction to Business Communications
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 with a grade of “C” or better, or
equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level W4.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with credit for Business 119 or Office
Information Systems 115.
Review of principles and mechanics of English grammar
as specifically applied to the field of business. Presents
business vocabulary, dictionary usage, spelling,
sentence structure, punctuation, and the principles and
techniques of business writing. Practice in writing
various types of business letters, resumes, memos, and
informal business reports is emphasized. Three units of
credit at this level may be applied to the associate
degree.
95 Small Business Alphabetic Filing
0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours lab, 1.5 units
Grade Only
This course offers instruction in the association of
Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA)
alphabetic filing rules and techniques. These rules are
widely used in business to create and maintain files.
Instruction is activity oriented, including the use of a
microcomputer software package to learn basic filing
skills. (FT) Associate Degree Credit and not
Transferable.
100 Introduction to Business
3 hours lecture, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42; or Business Studies
92, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Levels W4 and R4.
This is an introductory course for both business and
non-business majors. The course provides a broad
understanding of the business community, its
functions, terminology, occupational choices in the
various fields of business and the place of business in
the American economy as a whole. (FT) Associate
Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges
and universities. UC Transfer Course List.
101 Business Mathematics
3 hours lecture, 3 units
Grade Only
This course provides students with a comprehensive
study of business mathematics and reviews basic
mathematics such as decimals, fractions, and
percentages. It also covers the topics of bank services,
payroll, mathematics of buying and selling, interest and
loans, taxes, insurance, depreciation, and other
business computations. This course is intended for
students interested in pursuing careers in business.
Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or
private colleges and universities.
113 International Finance
3 hours, 3 units Grade Only
Advisory: Business 92 or English 51 and/or 56, each
with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Levels W5 and/or R5.
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of
international finance. Emphasis is placed on an
understanding of the international monetary system,
balance of payments analysis, foreign exchange
markets, global banking, international cash
management and budgeting, and international
investment management and evaluation. This course is
intended for the student planning to prepare for entry-level
employment in international banking, brokerage
houses, or financial exchanges. (FT) Associate Degree
Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and
universities.
119 Business Communications
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and English 56, or Business 92,
each with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
This course introduces students to the principles of
effective business communications. Students
experience the broad development of and the ability to
analyze, organize, and compose various types of written
and oral business communications. Students develop
clear, concise, and persuasive letters, memorandums,
and reports. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
140 Business Law and the Legal Environment
3 hours lecture, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and English 56; or Business Studies
92, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5.
This course introduces students to the legal system and
the laws that govern business in America. The course
also increases students' understanding of legal
concepts. Topics include judicial and administrative
systems, ethics, contracts, torts, bankruptcy, agency,
business organizations, security regulations, regulation
of property, and protection of intellectual property
interest. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU
and/or private colleges and universities. UC Transfer
Course List: Business (BUSE) 140 and 141 combined:
maximum credit, one course. (CAN BUS 8)
150 Human Relations in Business
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of “C” or
better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5 and
R5.
Designed to assist employees and employers in
understanding human behavior in social institutions,
business and industry. Areas for discussion include:
leadership, communication, status, decision-making,
motivation, personnel problems. Case problem method
of instruction used. (FT) Associate Degree Credit &
transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
155 Managing the Small Business
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 with a grade of “C” or better, or
equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level W4.
In this course students learn the elements of
successfully operating a small business. Key issues
include human resource management, marketing for
small business, financial, and legal issues. This course
is intended for the student who plans to major in the
Small Business Management or Entrepreneurial and
Community Service option at City College. At Mesa
College, this course may be taken as an elective by
Business Management students or by those who are
pursuing or intend to pursue a small business career.
This course is also intended for students from any
discipline who are interested in owning or operating a
small business. (FT) Associate Degree Credit and not
Transferable.
157 Starting a Small Business
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and 56, each with a grade of “C” or
better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5
and R5.
In this course students will explore what is necessary to
start a business. They will learn to create a business
plan that identifies key decisions for the entrepreneur.
(FT) Associate Degree Credit and not Transferable.
158A Students in Free Enterprise -
High School Projects
9 hours lab, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
In this course students develop and implement projects
to help them learn and teach free enterprise to high
school students. Projects can include collaboration with
high school classes, free enterprise educational projects
for high school students, mentoring, and shadowing.
Students gain hands-on experience in project planning,
development, implementation and evaluation. This
course is intended for the student who plans to major
in Entrepreneurial and Community Service. It is also
recommended for students from any discipline who are
interested in project development, the development of
teaching skills, or the enhancement of communication
and planning skills. Course segments may be taken in
any order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
158B Students in Free Enterprise -
Elementary and Junior High Projects
9 hours lab, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
In this course students develop and implement projects
to help them learn and teach free enterprise to
elementary and junior high school students. Projects
can include interactive lessons in small business and
the free enterprise system and creating curriculum
materials to help young children learn about free
enterprise. Students gain hands-on experience in
project planning, development, implementation and
evaluation. This course is intended for the student who
plans to major in Entrepreneurial and Community
Service. It is also recommended for students from any
discipline who are interested in project development,
the development of teaching skills, or the enhancement
of communication and planning skills. Course segments
may be taken in any order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit
& transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and
universities.
158C Students in Free Enterprise -
Community Projects
9 hours lab, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
In this course students develop and implement projects
to help them learn and teach free enterprise in the
community. Projects can include working with
community organizations in projects such as trade
shows, presentations, and entrepreneurial ventures
designed to increase knowledge of free enterprise.
Students gain hands-on experience in project planning,
development, implementation and evaluation. This
course is intended for the student who plans to major
in Entrepreneurial and Community Service. It is also
recommended for students from any discipline who are
interested in project development, the development of
teaching skills, or the enhancement of communication
and planning skills. Course segments may be taken in
any order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
158D Students in Free Enterprise -
On-Campus Educational Projects
9 hours lab, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
In this course students develop and implement projects
to help them learn and teach free enterprise on the San
Diego City College campus. Projects will include
operating the Small Business Resource Center, planning
small business workshops, and other projects designed
to increase knowledge of free enterprise on campus.
Students gain hands-on experience in project planning,
development, implementation and evaluation. This
course is intended for the student who plans to major
in Entrepreneurial and Community Service. It is also
recommended for students from any discipline who are
interested in project development, the development of
teaching skills, or the enhancement of communication
and planning skills. Course segments may be taken in
any order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
245A Small Business Internship - Marketing
9 hours lab, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with credit for Business 245 and/or 275.
Business 245A, B, C, and D combined may be taken a
total of four times.
This course provides theory and practical experience in
marketing a small business. Students are responsible for
the marketing function for the Student Business on
campus. Classroom time provides marketing theory and
an opportunity to evaluate and enhance skills learned.
Through these experiences, students will develop more
professional marketing skills for use in operating a
small business. In each segment of this course,
students gain experience in a separate business
function. “This course is intended for the student who
plans to major in Small Business Management or
Entrepreneurial and Community Service”. It is also
intended for students from any discipline who are
interested in learning the marketing function of small
business. Course segments may be taken in any order.
(FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or
private colleges and universities.
245B Small Business Internship - Operations
9 hours lab, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with credit for Business 245 and/or 275.
Business 245A, B, C, and D combined may be taken a
total of four times.
This course provides theory and practical experience in
the operations and human resource functions of a small
business. Students are responsible for operations and
human resources of the Student Business on campus.
Classroom time provides management theory and an
opportunity to evaluate and enhance skills learned.
Through these experiences, students will develop more
professional management skills for use in operating a
small business. In each segment of this course,
students gain experience in a separate business
function. “This course is intended for the student who
plans to major in Small Business Management or
Entrepreneurial and Community Service”. It is also
intended for students from any discipline who are
interested in learning the operations functions of small
business. Course segments may be taken in any order.
(FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or
private colleges and universities.
245C Small Business Internship - Accounting
9 hours lab, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with credit for Business 245 and/or 275.
Business 245A, B, C, and D combined may be taken a
total of four times.
This course provides theory and practical experience in
accounting for a small business. Students are
responsible for accounting for the Student Business on
campus. Classroom time provides accounting theory and
an opportunity to evaluate and enhance skills learned.
Through these experiences, students will develop more
professional accounting skills for use in operating a
small business. In each segment of this course,
students gain experience in a separate business
function. “This course is intended for the student who
plans to major in Small Business Management,
Entrepreneurial and Community Service, or Small
Business Accounting”. It is also intended for students
from any discipline who are interested in learning the
accounting functions of small business. Course
segments may be taken in any order. (FT) Associate
Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges
and universities.
245D Small Business Internship - Buying
and Inventory
9 hours lab, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to
students with credit for Business 245 and/or 275.
Business 245A, B, C, and D combined may be taken a
total of four times.
This course provides theory and practical experience in
purchasing and inventory control for a small business.
Students are responsible for purchasing supplies and
inventory for the Student Business on campus.
Classroom time provides theory in purchasing and
inventory control and an opportunity to evaluate and
enhance skills learned. Through these experiences,
students will develop more professional skills for use in
purchasing for a small business. In each segment of
this course, students gain experience in a separate
business function. “This course is intended for the
student who plans to major in Small Business
Management or Entrepreneurial and Community
Service”. It is also intended for students from any
discipline who are interested in learning the buying
and inventory functions of small business Segments
may be taken in any order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit
& transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and
universities.
245E Small Business Internship - Marketing
3 hours lab, 1 unit
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
This course provides theory and practical experience in
marketing a small business. Students are responsible for
the marketing function for a Student Business on
campus. Classroom time provides marketing theory and
an opportunity to evaluate and enhance skills learned.
Through these experiences, students will develop more
professional marketing skills for use in operating a
small business. In each segment of this course,
students gain experience in a separate business
function. “This course is intended for the student who
plans to major in Business Studies - Computer
Technology option”. It is also intended for students
from any discipline who are interested in learning the
marketing function of a small business in the computer
technology area. Course segments may be taken in any
order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU
and/or private colleges and universities.
245F Small Business Internship - Operations
3 hours lab, 1 unit
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
This course provides theory and practical experience in
the operations and human resource functions of a small
business. Students are responsible for operations and
human resources of the Student Business on campus.
Classroom time provides management theory and an
opportunity to evaluate and enhance skills learned.
Through these experiences, students will develop more
professional management skills for use in operating a
small business. In each segment of this course,
students gain experience in a separate business
function. “This course is intended for the student who
plans to major in Business Studies - Computer
Technology option”. It is also intended for students
from any discipline who are interested in learning the
operations function of a small business in the computer
technology area. Course segments may be taken in any
order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU
and/or private colleges and universities.
245G Small Business Internship - Accounting
3 hours lab, 1 unit
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
This course provides theory and practical experience in
accounting for a small business. Students are
responsible for accounting for the Student Business on
campus. Classroom time provides accounting theory and
an opportunity to evaluate and enhance skills learned.
Through these experiences, students will develop more
professional accounting skills for use in operating a
small business. In each segment of this course,
students gain experience in a separate business
function. This course is intended for the student who
plans to major in Business Studies - Computer
Technology option. It is also intended for students from
any discipline who are interested in learning the
accounting function of a small business in the
computer technology area. Course segments may be
taken in any order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit &
transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
245H Small Business Internship - Buying
and Inventory
3 hours lab, 1 unit
Grade Only
Advisory: English 43 and English 42, each with a grade
of “C” or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill
Levels W4 and R4.
This course provides theory and practical experience in
purchasing and inventory control for a small business.
Students are responsible for purchasing supplies and
inventory for the Student Business on campus.
Classroom time provides theory in purchasing and
inventory control and an opportunity to evaluate and
enhance skills learned. Through these experiences,
students will develop more professional skills for use in
purchasing for a small business. In each segment of
this course, students gain experience in a separate
business function. “This course is intended for the
student who plans to major in Business Studies -
Computer Technology option”. It is also intended for
students from any discipline who are interested in
learning the purchasing function of a small business in
the computer technology area. Course segments may be
taken in any order. (FT) Associate Degree Credit &
transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
290 Independent Study
Hours by Arrangement, 1-4 units
Grade Only
Limitation on Enrollment: Must obtain an Add Code from
instructor for registration.
For advanced students in business who wish to pursue
special problems and projects relating to their
particular subject area. The student meets with the
instructor at specific intervals and is expected to do
primary research, analyze problems and submit reports.
This course may be taken four times with different
content for a maximum of six units. (FT) Associate
Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges
and universities.
This discipline may offer specialized instruction in
one or more of the following areas: Supervised
Tutoring (044), Special Topics (265), Independent
Study (290), Individualized Instruction (296),
Service Learning (277), Applied Applications and
Software Skills (045L), or Work Experience (270).
Detailed course descriptions are listed on page 96.
Please refer to the class schedule and/or see the dean
or department chair for availability.
110 Personal Financial Management
3 hours lecture, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and 56 and Mathematics 32, each
with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Levels W5 and R5, and M20.
This course explores theories and techniques of
managing personal income, with an emphasis on
financial goal setting, culminating in the development
of a personal financial plan. It includes practical
methods of gaining maximum advantages from income
through efficient spending, effective use of credit,
savings, budgeting, insurance, and investment. Stock
portfolios and retirement and estate planning are
discussed. This is a required course for a Certificate of
Completion in Skills for Success and Certificate of
Achievement and/or Associate Degree in Consumer
Resource Management. (FT) Transfer Elective Credit: CSU and/or private coll/univ.
120 Principles of Economics I
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and 56 with a grade of “C” or
better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5
and R5.
Introduction to basic economic principles and theory
relating to problem analysis, structure of our
institutions and the formation of public policies.
Emphasis is placed on the broad overall performance
(macro-analysis) of the economy with concentration in
such areas as incomes, employment and output;
economic stability and growth; fiscal and monetary
policy. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU
and/or private colleges and universities. UC Transfer
Course List. (CAN ECON 2)
121 Principles of Economics II
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and 56 with a grade of “C” or
better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Levels W5
and R5.
A continued study of principles and applications
regarding specific economic sectors (micro analysis).
Various competitive models in a market economy are
studied in detail. Economics of labor unions, farming,
international trade and finance provide a background
for study and analysis of many current world and
domestic problems. (FT) Associate Degree Credit &
transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
UC Transfer Course List. (CAN ECON 4)
This discipline may offer specialized instruction in
one or more of the following areas: Supervised
Tutoring (044), Special Topics (265), Independent
Study (290), Individualized Instruction (296),
Service Learning (277), Applied Applications and
Software Skills (045L), or Work Experience (270).
Detailed course descriptions are listed on page 96.
Please refer to the class schedule and/or see the dean
or department chair for availability.
100 Principles of Marketing
3 hours lecture, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 with a grade of “C” or better, or
equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level W5.
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the
foundations, principles, processes, and goals of
marketing and an analysis of how marketing functions
in current business practice. It is designed for students
majoring in marketing, as well as for those interested
in a review of the field. (FT) Associate Degree Credit
and transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and
universities.
This discipline may offer specialized instruction in
one or more of the following areas: Supervised
Tutoring (044), Special Topics (265), Independent
Study (290), Individualized Instruction (296),
Service Learning (277), Applied Applications and
Software Skills (045L), or Work Experience (270).
Detailed course descriptions are listed on page 96.
Please refer to the class schedule and/or see the dean
or department chair for availability.
101 Real Estate Principles
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
This course covers the fundamentals of the economics
of land ownership and use and the responsibility of
broker, owner and purchaser; terminology and
definitions and the varied vocational opportunities in
the general field of real estate are also covered.
Completion of this course is required prior to taking the
exam for the California Real Estate Salesperson's
License. This course also applies as an elective toward
the State's educational requirements for the broker's
examination. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
105 Legal Aspects of Real Estate I
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
This course studies California Real Estate law with
emphasis on its practical application to legal problems
arising from real estate transactions, statutory
enactments and case law, legal instruments, zoning
ordinances, and city and county planning decisions.
Attention is given to California real estate law. This
course applies toward the State's educational
Economics (ECON) Marketing (MARK)
Real Estate (REAL)
requirements for the broker's examination and as an
elective for the salesperson's license. (FT) Associate
Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges
and universities.
110 Principles of Real Estate Appraisal I
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
This course is an introductory course covering the
purposes of appraisals, the appraisal process, and the
different approaches, methods, and techniques used to
determine the value of various types of property.
Emphasis will be on residential and special purpose
property. This course applies toward the State's
educational requirements for the broker's examination
and as an elective for the salesperson's license. (FT)
Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or
private colleges and universities.
111 Introduction to USPAP
1 hour, 1 unit
Grade Only
This course provides students with an understanding of
the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal
Practice (USPAP). Course content includes USPAP
definitions; the Appraisal Standards Board and its
activities; coverage and scope of USPAP; USPAP
Standards, Statements on Appraisal Standards, and
Advisory Opinions. Completion of this course will
satisfy the Office of Real Estate Appraisers (OREA) 15-
hour USPAP requirement as part of the 75 hours of
acceptable education for the Trainee License. (FT)
Associate Degree Credit and not Transferable.
115 Real Estate Finance I
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
This course analyzes the financing of real estate. Topics
will include types of financing sources; loans and loan
processing; governmental loans, methods of financing
residential properties; with an overview of financing
business, income, commercial and industrial properties;
and property appraisal and taxation. This course applies
toward the State's educational requirements for the
broker's examination and as an elective for the
salesperson's license. (FT) Associate Degree Credit &
transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
This discipline may offer specialized instruction in
one or more of the following areas: Supervised
Tutoring (044), Special Topics (265), Independent
Study (290), Individualized Instruction (296),
Service Learning (277), Applied Applications and
Software Skills (045L), or Work Experience (270).
Detailed course descriptions are listed on page 96.
Please refer to the class schedule and/or see the dean
or department chair for availability.
101 Introduction to Supervision
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and/or 56 or Business 92, each
with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Level W5 and/or R5.
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of
management, the functions and concepts of
supervision, and the role of the supervisor in the
organization. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
115 Management and Organization for
Supervisors
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and/or 56 or Business 92, each
with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Level W5 and/or R5.
An analysis of the managerial functions of organizing,
staffing, directing, planning, controlling, and the
principles pertaining to those functions (FT) Associate
Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges
and universities.
170 Supervisor/Employee Communications
3 hours, 3 units
Grade Only
Advisory: English 51 and/or 56 or Business 92, each
with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or
Assessment Skill Level W5 and/or R5.
This course is designed to develop communications
skills for supervisors, consistent with good human
relations principles. The emphasis will be on listening
and speaking in a variety of on-the-job situations such
as one-to one, small group, and large group
communications. (FT) Associate Degree Credit &
transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.
