Bachelor of Science in Business with a Concentration in Retail Management
Program Description
Program Requirements
Course ID |
Course Title |
|---|---|
| GEN300 |
Skills for Professional Development
This course examines the skills necessary for successful critical thinking, teamwork, research, and communication. The course is designed to aid adult learners in acquiring and improving the core competencies that are necessary at the University of Phoenix. Students will examine their reasons for returning to school, and develop strategies for achieving educational goals in school, work, and personal settings. Students will also be introduced to the University library and learn how to access its resources successfully. Credits: 3 |
| ECO212 |
Principles of Economics
This course introduces the fundamental theories of microeconomics and macroeconomics. The economic principles studied in this course apply to everyday life as students research an industry, debate issues with trade agreements, discuss the effects of a shift in labor supply and demand, and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the Consumer Price Index calculation. In particular, students research an industry affected by the economy and perform an economic analysis of the chosen industry. Credits: 3 |
| BIS219 |
Business Information Systems
This course provides an overview of Business Information Systems. This includes a broad foundation for both technical and non-technical business professionals. Special emphasis is placed on how information is used by different types of businesses across different industries. Credits: 3 |
| MGT216 |
Organizational Ethics and Social Responsibility
This course provides a foundational perspective for socially responsible management practices in business. Special emphasis is placed on the inter-related nature of ethics, moral, legal, and social issues in managing individuals, groups, and the organization within a business environment. Credits: 3 |
| ACC280 |
Principles of Accounting
This course covers the fundamentals of financial accounting as well as the identification, measurement, and reporting of the financial effects of economic events on the enterprise. Financial information is examined from the perspective of effective management decision making with special emphasis on the planning and controlling responsibilities of practicing managers. Credits: 3 |
| COM285 |
Introduction to Business Communication
This course introduces students to the foundations of communication in a business setting. Students are exposed to various topics related to interpersonal and group communication within the context of applications in an office or virtual office setting. Students will develop skills in the forms of written communication, including memos, emails, business letters, and reports. Communication ethics and cross-cultural communications are also explored. Upon completing the course, students will have an awareness of their personal communication style and be able to identify areas for further exploration of communication as a business skill. Credits: 3 |
| MGT330 |
Management: Theory, Practice, and Application
This course explores the rich field of management in theory and practice, and as both a science and an art. The course also addresses the role of managers in the current world of rapid change, increased competitive forces, and increased expectations for the successful performance of employees and organizations. The focus is on some of the ways and means of achieving desired goals. The student will leave this course with a solid background in the nature and work of management and managers. Applications of concepts to current workplace issues will be stressed. Credits: 3 |
| MGT307 |
Organizational Behavior and Group Dynamics
This course in organizational behavior encompasses the study of individual and group behavior in organizational settings. Emphasis is placed on strategic elements of organizational behavior, workforce diversity, managing change, effective communication, and performance systems. A comprehensive review of these processes, as well as others, will allow students to examine their role in organizations. Credits: 3 |
| MGT350 |
Critical Thinking: Strategies in Decision Making
This course provides students opportunities for analysis, synthesis, prescription, and application of critical thinking and decision making within the organization. Emphasis is placed on preparing managers who can deal clearly, rationally, and creatively with a diverse workforce and dynamic workplace. This course equips students with concrete skills in critical thinking and decision making that will allow them to identify and solve organizational problems, as well as provide strategic direction. Credits: 3 |
| RES341 |
Research and Evaluation I
This course integrates applied business research and descriptive statistics. Examination of the role of statistics in research, statistical terminology, the appropriate use of statistical techniques and interpretation of statistical findings in business and research will be the primary focus. Credits: 3 |
| RES342 |
Research and Evaluation II
This course integrates applied business research and descriptive statistics. Examination of the role of statistics in research, statistical terminology, the appropriate use of statistical techniques and interpretation of statistical findings in business and research will be the primary focus. Credits: 3 |
| FIN370 |
Finance for Business
This course introduces the student to the essential elements of finance for business. Emphasis is placed on financial management, financial markets, and the tools, techniques, and methodologies used in making financial decisions. Topics include: Financial planning, working capital management, capital budgeting, long term financing, and international finance. Credits: 3 |
| BUS415 | Business Law |
| MKT421 |
Marketing
This course involves an integrated analysis of the role of marketing within the total organization. Specific attention is given to the analysis of factors affecting consumer behavior, the identification of marketing variables, the development and use of marketing strategies, and the discussion of international marketing issues. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: COMM215, FIN370, GEN300, MGT216, MGT330, MGT350, MTH209, MTH212, GEN101 |
| BUS475 |
Integrated Business Topics
The integrated business topics course examines strategic business management while integrating topics from previously completed business foundation coursework. This allows students to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the undergraduate business curricula with a significant emphasis placed on the assessment of individual outcomes to determine content mastery. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: ACC280, BIS219, BUS415, COM285, COMM215, ECO212, FIN370, GEN300, MGT216, MGT307, MGT330, MGT350, MKT421, MTH209, RES341, RES342, MTH212, GEN101 |
| BRM353 |
Product Brand Management
This course presents an analysis of the goods and services lifecycle from conception to purchase. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to design and implement successful product development strategies that deliver value to consumers. Credits: 3 |
| MGT356 | Retail Personnel Management |
| ELEC420 | ELEC420 |
| ELEC421 | ELEC421 |
| ELEC422 | ELEC422 |
| BRM451 |
Strategic Retail Management
This course presents an overview of the strategic retail management environment from the beginning to the end of the retail value chain. Students gain an understanding of how to manage in the highly competitive retail environment. Issues concerning merchandising, customer experience, retail channels, diverse customer demographics, and other industry trends are examined. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: BRM353, GEN300, MGT330, MGT350, MGT356, GEN101 |
