Accounting

ACCT 2101 - Principles of Accounting I
Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite or Co requisite: None
Common Course Outline
This course is a study of the underlying theory and application of financial accounting concepts. It is an introduction to the fundamental principles and practices of accounting as a device for reporting business activity. It provides the student with an understanding of the underlying theory and principles of accounting. The construction, understanding, and analysis of financial statements as they evolve from business transactions and records are emphasized. The rational synthesis of raw data into useful summary form in financial statements underlies all aspects of this course. Mathematical skills, critical thinking, computer use, and effective communications are important parts of student participation.
Lecture: 3.00
College: Ga. Perimeter College
Division: Division of Business Adm.

ACCT 2102 - Principles of Accounting II
Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite: ACCT 2101 with a "C" or better
Common Course Outline
This course is a study of the underlying theory and application of managerial accounting concepts. It emphasizes application and utilization of accounting principles in business entities. The areas of costs, business management, budgeting, cost reporting and control, as well as specialized internal reports are covered.
Lecture: 3.00
College: Ga. Perimeter College
Division: Division of Business Adm.

Applied Technology

ATEC 1201 - Computer Concepts
Credits: 1.00
Prerequisite: None
Common Course Outline
This course is a brief introduction to basic computer concepts and fundamentals. It covers the following topics: microcomputer system components; categories of computers; general microcomputer software applications; guidelines for purchasing a microcomputer system; the basic communication system components; how computers process data and execute programs; and legal, ethical, and privacy issues facing computer users. Students passing a locally administered test will receive credit for the course in Area B, Institutional Requirements.
Lecture: 1.00
College: Ga. Perimeter College
Division: Division of Business Adm.

 

Business Information Systems

BISM 2601 - Business Information Systems
Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Common Course Outline
This course familiarizes students with management information systems theory, the hardware and software systems available for meeting information systems requirements, and the application of current software packages (spreadsheets and databases) to solve information problems. The emphasis is primarily on using the computer through practical, hands-on operation thereby providing experience in the use of computers in higher level courses and business environments.
Lecture: 3.00
College: Ga. Perimeter College
Division: Division of Business Adm.

 

Business Administration

BUSA 2106 - The Environment of Business
Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Common Course Outline
This course is an introduction to the legal, regulatory, political, social, ethical, cultural, environmental, and technological issues which form the context for business. It includes an overview of the impact of demographic diversity on organizations.
Lecture: 3.00
College: Ga. Perimeter College
Division: Division of Business Adm.

 

Economics

ECON 2105 - Principles of Macroeconomics
Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite: Exit or exempt from Learning Support reading or ENSL 0090 with a "C" or better
Common Course Outline
This is an introductory course in macroeconomics. It introduces students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze economic aggregate and evaluate economic policies. The areas of fiscal policy, monetary policy, social goals, monetary systems, national income, employment, inflation, and economic growth are included.
Lecture: 3.00
College: Ga. Perimeter College
Division: Division of Business Adm.

ECON 2106 - Principles of Microeconomics
Credits: 3.00
Prerequisite: Exit or exempt from Learning Support reading or ENSL 0090 with a "C" or better
Common Course Outline
This is an introductory course in microeconomics. It introduces students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze structure and performance of the market economy. The areas of price elasticity, market structures, product and factor pricing, less-developed countries, and comparative economic systems are included.
Lecture: 3.00
College: Ga. Perimeter College
Division: Division of Business Adm. 

 

Survey of Business Enterprise

SURB 1105 - Survey of Business Enterprise

Credits: 3.00
Prerequisites: Exit or exemption from Learning Support reading or all ESL requirements except ENSL 0091.

Common Course Outline 

This course is a survey of the business enterprise, its major functional components, and its role in our domestic economic system and the global community. The course examines examples of effective management and organizational behavior and looks at ethical behavior and the concept of social responsibility in business.

Lecture: 3.00
College: Ga. Perimeter College
Division: Division of Business Adm.