This course provides students with an overview of business in an increasingly global society serving as an introduction to business terminology, concepts, environments, systems, strategies, and current issues. Topics include an overview of the business environment, business ethics, entrepreneurship and global business, management, marketing, production, information systems, and financial elements of business. This course provides a solid business foundation for more detailed and higher-level study in subsequent courses.
Examine the role of small business entrepreneurs in the economy.
Summarize contemporary business challenges for informed decision-making.
Distinguish between various forms of business organizations.
Determine best practices in financing and marketing for business success.
Analyze business strategies and practices to support organizational success and sustainability.
Required Course Pack:
Required Textbooks:
Feral, C. O. & Ferrell, L. (2025) Business Foundations: A Changing World 2025 Release New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education. ISBN: 9781264558155
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Last updated 10/16/25
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