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Business Administration: Introduction to Business
3 credits
Students are introduced to the dynamic world of business, from the sole proprietor (entrepreneur) to the corporation, and study practical applications of management, marketing, human resources and financial skills. Additional topics include the profit motive, legal and ethical aspects of operating a business and the role of computers in business.
Behavioral and Social Science: The Individual and His/Her World
3 credits
Issues of current significance are studied using concepts and methodologies of sociology, anthropology, psychology, economics, political science and history. Coursework is brought to life through readings and movies focusing on themes of authority, work, leisure time and peer pressure.
Communications: Mass Communication
3 credits
Communications have had a global impact on everyone's life, personal and professional. Today's student must have a knowledge of print, film and electronic media, including the information superhighway. This course will provide an introduction to all areas of mass communications with an emphasis on improving listening and speaking skills.
Elements of Statistics
3 credits
Introduction to probability and statistics including: tabulation and graphing of distributions, central and predictive techniques. Instruction and practice in the use of desk calculators and the basic language. Recommended for students planning careers in economics, education, psychology, sociology, data processing and environmental technology.
Humanities 1: Modern Humanities: Arts and Ideas
3 credits
Through the exploration of current literature, drama, art, film, poetry and music, this course places 20th Century developments in the humanities into historical context and illustrates the continuity of culture.
Student Development: Freshman Orientation
1 credit
College Now's Freshman Orientation course helps seniors realistically assess options upon graduating from high school. Topics include applying and adjusting to college, study habits, time management, financial planning, career exploration and decision-making. The course meets once a week after school for six weeks at Kingsborough. Most of the participating high schools also offer it at various times throughout the term, none of which will conflict with other College Now courses.
Student Development: Career Decision-Making
1 credit
As with SD 10, this class meets both at Kingsborough and at a number of high schools. Through labor market research, self-assessment and job-seeking techniques, students explore careers in relation to their abilities and interests. Topics include the nature of work, contemporary changes in careers and work ethic, changing life styles, goal planning and priority setting.
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