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2018-2019 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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BA 4960 - Selected Topics in Business

2 lecture hours 0 lab hours 2 credits
Course Description
Students in this course will explore contemporary business issues and topics. Subject matter will vary based upon expertise of faculty member teaching the course. Instructors from the Universsity of Applied Science - Lubeck, Germany and MSOE may lead the course individually or collaboratively based on subjects selected. (prereq: senior standing)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Understand the steps required to effectively start a small business
  • Understand the legal requirements of running a small business
  • Understand the mechanics of effectively operating a small business

Prerequisites by Topic
  • None

Course Topics
  • Course Overview & Introduction to Starting a Business
  • Choice of Entity, Incorporation, Choosing a Business Name
  • Operating Agreements/Bylaws
  • Business Insurance, Bank Accounts, State/Federal Permits, FEIN, Accepting payments, and Other Considerations
  • How is the Business Doing? Accounting, Capital Budget, Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow
  • Employment - Payroll, Worker’s Comp, Unemployment, OSHA, and the EEOC
  • Sales/Distribution Methods
  • Funding Methods

Coordinator
Dr. Katrina Moskalik



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