Lec. 3; Cr. 3

Phases of law necessary in the business world with emphasis on the Uniform Commercial Code. Introduction to law, contracts, property, and employment. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course to receive a degree or a certificate within the Division of Health Science and Business Technology.

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

An overview of microcomputer-assisted accounting applications in the small to medium size firm. Quick Books accounting software will be used to work through the entire accounting cycle, including use of general and subsidiary ledgers, payroll, and inventory. The preparation of various computer-based accounting reports is also included. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course to receive a degree or a certificate within the Division of Health Sciences and Business Technology.

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

A practical course in income tax returns preparation for individual, business, corporate, and miscellaneous tax returns, such as those for farms, self-employment, excise taxes, and gift taxes. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course to receive a degree or a certificate within the Division of Health Science and Business Technology.

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

The course provides the student with a set of financial tools that may be applied in money management. Emphasis is placed on how to make major decisions of a financial nature such as buying insurance, paying taxes, using credit and making investments as part of the personal financial planning process. Each student prepares his or her own personal financial plan and invests in a simulated portfolio. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course to receive degree credit within the Division of Health Sciences and Business Technology.

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

This course is the study of monetary, banking and financial systems. Topics are covered such as financial markets, financial institutions, the role of commercial banks, central bank in affecting the performance of the economy; monetary policy, fiscal policy, and their relationship in open economy in prices, production, and employment, and Federal Reserve System. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course if the course is used to satisfy a degree or certificate requirement within the Division of Health Science and Business Technology.

Business electives (Business courses required) - 3 hours required

Business electives (Business courses required) - 12 hours required

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

The affects of an aging population on the healthcare system are considered. Students learn to identify and solve problems related to long-term care. The special management issues faced by administrators of assisted living homes, nursing homes and Alzheimer’s facilities are considered. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course to receive a degree or a certificate within the Division of Health Science and Business Technology.

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

This course looks at contract negotiation process in the health care industry. It considers contract negotiation from the points of view of the covered individual’s employer, insurance/managed care firm, medical practice group, and hospital/integrated health care system. Special attention is placed on the problems of cost analysis at each step in the process.

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

This interdisciplinary course provides a broad knowledge of medical law and ethics in a health care environment. Topics include but are not limited to an introduction to law and the legal system, licensure and certification of health personnel, institutional and personal liability, professional associations and contracts, responsibilities of administrators and government boards, relations with labor unions, patient’s rights, social and professional ethics, constitutional restraints on preventative and personal health care programs, and federal regulatory measures.

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

A comprehensive review of the organization and management of the health care system in the United States. This interdisciplinary course establishes a framework from which health administration issues and problems may be identified, analyzed, and evaluated. Additionally, the course focuses on managing in a rapidly changing environment. Current issues and trends affecting medical practices, ambulatory facilities, assisted living centers, nursing homes, and Alzheimer’s facilities are considered. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course if the course is used to satisfy a degree or certificate requirement within the Division of Health Science and Business Technology.