BUAD - Business Administration

Alfred State courses are grouped into the following sections:

BUAD 1043 - Occupational Experience
A semester practicum whereby graduating seniors gain hands on experience as personnel in a sponsor company. Students benefit from this employer-employee relationship as an extension of classroom theory/applications and learn to work within corporate rules/regulations as expected of a newly hired worker. Satisfactory completion of this training-- as well as related assignments--is required.
BUAD 1103 - Keyboarding
When this course serves as the prerequisite for another course, the student must receive a grade of "C" or better. Learning to locate and operate the keys by touch; improving techniques and keyboarding speed and accuracy; and application activities to help to improve related language arts skills. Use of computer and current word processing software programs.
BUAD 1543 - Grammar
Development of a high-level ability in spelling, sentence structure, word choice, capitalization, and punctuation; direct application to transcription. When this course serves as the prerequisite for another course, the student must receive a grade of "C" or better in this course.
BUAD 2033 - Business Communications
Students will develop skills in communication within business activities. In addition to learning fundamentals of communication theory and principles, special attention is given to preparation of letters, researching techniques, written and oral reports. Emphasis is also given to preparing students for the job search process including preparation of application letters, resumes, interviews, and the follow-up activity.
BUAD 2103 - Creative Problem Solving
An introduction to the fundamental concepts of leadership, creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving. The course emphasizes how these concepts are interrelated in promoting individual and organizational growth. Through teams, individual research, and instructor guidance students will successfully communicate their understanding of the course objectives.
BUAD 2203 - Intro to Computer Application & Speed Development
An introduction to Windows XP and the Internet with coverage of Microsoft Word. Instruction and immediate practice in using software to solve contemporary computer applications such as letters, reports, and tables. Presentation of introductory concepts of micro-computer applications using current Word programs. This course affords the student the opportunity to learn word processing for employment, personal, and home use utilizing a microcomputer. An individualized diagnostic and prescriptve method of developing accuracy and speed at the keyboard. Students must demonstrate the ability to key at a minimum keyboarding speed of 40 words per minute.
BUAD 3043 - Business Law I
A general inquiry into law and the legal system of the United States, with particular emphasis on the U.S. Constitution, Courts and Alternative Dispute Resolution, Intentional and Unintentional Torts in the overview portion of the course. Significant attention is given to contract formation, performance and remedies under the Common Law of Contracts.
BUAD 3153 - Fundamentals of Management
This course deals with the skills necessary to be a manager. The course will develop an understanding of management theories and management skills through an examination of the basic functions of management. The concepts of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling are enhanced to show how these basic principles can be used to create a healthy and thriving environment in today's global environment. Special attention will be given to decision making, problem solving, and leadership in an environment where productivity improvements is a major concern.
BUAD 4004 - Essentials of Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management
This course offers the student a step-by-step approach to starting a business. There will be the opportunity to learn the fundamental principles of marketing, law, management, and office administration as applied to beginning a new venture. The student will prepare a comprehensive individualized business plan to include a market profile, site analysis, competitive analysis, financials, goals and objectives, pricing and marketing strategies, and executive summary. The student will present their business plan for review to a committee of professionals in their field, faculty, and members of lending agencies. A major focus of this course is to explore each step necessary in structuring and launching a new venture, and discussing ways of recruiting the necessary resources to accomplish this venture.
BUAD 4053 - Business Law II
An examination of the law of sales, commercial paper and the agency-employment relationships. Article 2 of the UCC is used in the sales area with special attention paid to contract formation, title and risk of loss, performance and product liability. In examining commercial paper, Article 3 of the UCC is referenced with emphasis on function and form, holders in due course and liability and discharge.

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BUAD - Business Administration