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

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