BU 131 - Computer Applications in Business

Credit Hours: 3

An introductory course in essential state-of-the-art business-related computer skills. Topics include but are not limited to, terminology, computer equipment, machine capabilities and limitations, and current popular business software and its application to realistic business problem-solving in areas such as finance, marketing, and accounting. No prior computer or business experience is required.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

demonstrate fundamentals of operating a computer;
discuss computers/information processing using appropriate terminology;
apply popular business software (Office) to business situations;
utilize (Office) software in other college courses; and
become computer literate by the end of the semester.

F/S (C, N, S)

No prior computer or business experience is required.