*Psychology	Interpersonal Communication	Bookkeeping
*Composition	Human Relations
* Courses available in the Academic Achievement Center or High School Completion Center
Reading materials used in the program include textbooks, journal articles, company policy manuals, and industry training materials. Textbooks are used as the central part of the course. Tests are based on a combination of textbook material, lectures, and subject specific simulations. Textbooks are written at the college level. On the job, employees may be required to read from a variety of sources, including: policy manuals, product literature, and budget, inventory and sales forms. View more information about reading skills in the Entrepreneurship program. Speaking activities in the classroom include prepared speeches and sales presentations. On the job, speaking activities can include both sales and training presentations. Writing activities, both in the program and on the job, are business-oriented, including the composing of memos, letters, and reports. Required English courses: ENGL 117 or ENGL 410 and SPCH 110. View more information about language skills in the Entrepreneurship program. Basic math skills are required both in the program and on the job. A thorough knowledge of fractions, decimals, and percents is needed to calculate such items as budgets, sales forecasts, and financial statements. Required math course: BSAD 223, Business/Financial Math View more information about math skills in the Entrepreneurship program. Problem-solving is an essential critical thinking skill. Analyzing people, situations, products, and environments is required by students and employees alike. View more information about learning skills in the Entrepreneurship program. In the program, students use computers for word processing to write research papers and to create business plans. On the job, computers are also used to prepare payroll and inventory. View more information about computer skills in the Entrepreneurship program.
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