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50 courses with the subject BUS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

BUS 100·Small Business Operations
Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 101Introduction to Business Organization,and Management

Credits: 3 credits

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 101Introduction to Business3

AGR/BUS - elective(s) (3) Total Credits: 12 a

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BUS 101(Introduction to Business)

Credits: 3

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 102Typewriting

An introduction to the touch typewriting system with emphasis on correct techniques, mastery of the keyboard, simple business correspondence, tabulation, and manuscripts. LIB IM Overview of Library Mechanics 1 O 1 A simplified version of what every school aide needs to know about a library. Includes: a general overview of library science (elementary), cataloging and book selection aids (bigh school), filing (elementary and high school), reading shelves (elementary), and children's literature (elementary). Strictly a brief werview _for students. BUS112Filing I 3 2 Fundamentals of indexing and filing, combining theory and practice by the use of miniature letters, filing boxes and guides. Alphabetic, ' Triple Check, Automatic, Geographic, Subject, Soundex, and Dewey Decimal !iling.

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 102Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Business

Credits: 2

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 104Legal Environment of Business

This course examines the institutions, regulations, and laws that affect business

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 105(Consumer Economics and Personal Finance)

Consumer Economics and Personal Finance studies the personal, social, and political aspects of cons

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 110Introduction to Business3.00

This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects. Classroom Hours (3.00).

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 1101Small Business Operation

An introduction to the business world, problems of small business oper- ation, basic business law, business forms and records, financial prob- lems, ordering and inventorying, layout of equipment and offices, meth- ods of improving business, and employer-employee relations. MAS UOl General Masonry Layout and erection of reinforced grouted brickmasonry lintels, fireplaces glazed tile, panels, decorative stone, granite, marble, adhesive term cotta and modular masonry construction theory and techniques. CAR UOl-a Carpentry I A brief history of carpentry and the present trends of the construction industry. The course will involve operation, care and safe use of car- penter's handtools and power tools in cutting, shaping, and joining con- struction m.aterials used in carpentry work. CAR UOl·b Carpentry II Major topics of study will include theoretical and practical applications involving; materials and methods of construction, building layout, preparation of site, footings and foundation wall construction including form construction and erection. CAR 1101-c Residential & Commercial Construction The ·use of modern materials and their application in todays building steel, wood and plastic finishes, color combinations, comparisons, and the uses of these materials and processes in the job site. Field trips to .see the actual materials being used should be taken. 86 : 1123 Electrical Installation Provides instruction and application in the fundamentals of blueprint reading, planning, layout, and installation of wiring in residential ap- plications such as: services, switchboards, lighting, fusing, wire sizes, branch circuits, conduits, National Electrical Code regulations in act- ual building mock-ups.

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None None CAR 1101-a CAR 1101-b DFT 1110
BUS 1102Beginning Typing

An introduction to the touch typewriting system with emphasis on correct techniques, mastery of the .keyboard, simple business correspondence, tabulation, and manuscripts.

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None
BUS 1103Small Business Operations

An introduction to the business world, problems of small business operation, basic business law, business forms and records, financial problems, ordering and inventorying, layout of equipment and offices, methods of improving business, and employer-emplayee relation.

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None
BUS 1105INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATIONS 3 O o3

Meth';lds; techni.ques, and,practices·of modern management in planning, organizing; and controlling operations of a manufacturing concern. Introduction to the competitive system and the factors-constituting product cost. T-BUS 101 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS 5 O O 5 ~ survey of the business world with particular aftention devoted to the ·struciture of the various .types of business organizations, methods of· financing, internal organization, and management. · T-BUS 102 TYPEWRITING I 2 3 o 3 Th~ course is an introduction to the touch typewriting system with emphasis on correct te~hn1ques, mastery of the keyboard, and simple business correspondence. T-BUS 103 TYPEWRITING Il 2 3 O 3 The course is designed to help the student develop speed and accuracy· in typing and further mastery of correct typing techniques. He/she will apply this skill in the typing of letters, tabulations, manuscripts and outlines. Pr~requisite: T-BUS.102 or the equivalent. Speed requirement: 25·words per minute for 3 mmutes. T-BUS 104 TYPEWRITING III 2 3 O 3 1:he course is designed to help the student further develop his/her speed and accuracy 1n typu~g and apply this skill to production typing. Problem typing wiU·include letters with special I~es, manuscripts· with footnotes, business forms, and general office problems. P~erequ1s1te: T-BUS 103 or the equivalent. Speed requirement: 35 words per minute for 5 minutes. T-BUS 105 TYPEWRITING IV 2 3 o 3 1!1e cou~se is designed to help the·student learn the techniqUes needed ih planning and typing pro1ects commonly found in bu.siness and industry. The student wilJ be required to produce a reasonable amount of work within a given time period. Emphasis will be placed on accuracy, mailable copy, and speed. Pr~requisite: T-BUS 104 or the equivalent. Speed requirement: 40 words per minute for 5 minutes. T-BUS 106 SHORTHAND I , 3 2 O 4 ~~orthand I is designed-to prepare the student in the theory and practice of reading and Wnting shorthand. Emphasis is on penmanship, phoneticS, word families, brief forms and phrases. T-BUS 107 SHORTHAND II 3 2 O 4 The student will improve his/her ability to apply the theory and principles of shorthand. Daily practice in reading and writing shorthand will be provided. The student will also learn tbe shorthand outlines for all brief forms and aU shorthand theory. T-BUS 108 SHORTHAND III 3 2 o. 4 ~he stud~t wil! improve his/her ability to apply theory and principles of shorthand and budd speed int~ng shorthand dictation. Emphasis will be on office-style dictation, <level~ opment of speed in dictation, accuracy in transcription. 67

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none none none T-BUS 102; T-BUS 106 T-BUS 107
BUS 1106Business Law

A general course designed to acquaint the student with certain fundamentals and principles of business law, including contract, negotiable instruments and agencies. 121

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None
BUS 1107Taxes

Application of federatand state taxes. to various businesses and business conditions. A study of the following taxes: income, intangible· personal property, license taxes, sales and use, excise, estate and inheritance, gift and franchise.

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 1108Bookkeeping Skllls

Principles, techniques and tools of accounting, for understanding of the mechanics of accounting -- collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting information about service and merchantiles enterprises, to include practical application of the principles learned.

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 115Business Law I3.00

This course introduces the student to the legal and ethical framework of business. Contracts, negotiable instruments, the law of sales, torts, crimes, constitutional law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the court systems are examined. Upon completion the student should be able to identify legal and ethical issues that arise in business decisions and the laws that apply to them. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Classroom Hours (3.00)

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 116· BusinessLaw Il
Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 120Business Mathematics3
Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BUS 121Business Math ()3.00

This course covers fundamental mathematical operations and their application to business problems. Topics include payroll, pricing, interest and discount, commission, taxes, and other pertinent uses of mathematics in the field of business. Upon completion, students should be able to apply mathematical concepts to business. 248

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 130Human Relations3
Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BUS 130Entrepreneurship Principles

Entrepreneurship Principles examines the various skills and habits essential for a successful entrepreneurial venture

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 131Entrepreneurship Planning

Entrepreneurship Planning examines how demographics, creativity, innovation, technology, and social changes create business opportunities. T

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 136Office Duplicating Machines 3 O3

Instruction. in the operation of the bookkeeping-accounting machines, duplicating equipment, and the dictating and transcribing machines.

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 137Principles of Management 3 03

Prerequisites: This .course is designed to be an overview of the major functions of management. Emphasis is placed on planniog, organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating. Upon completion, students should be able to work as contributing members of a team utilizing these functions of management.

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Corequisite
None
BUS 145Customer Service

Credits: 1 credit

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 153Human Resource Management 3 03

This course introduces the functions of personnel/human resource management within an organization. Topics include equal opportunity and the legal enviromnent, recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, employee development, compensation planning, and employee relations. Upon completion, students should be able to anticipate and resolve human resource concerns. 161

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
BUS 170Introduction to Organizational Behavior

Credits: 3

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 200Legal Environment in Business

Credits: 3

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 201Business Law

Credits: 3

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 206Busilless Communications

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Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 215WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS I 3 2 04

Students· are given instruction in the basic-concepts and techniques required in most word processing tasks using a popular word processing software package for the microcomputer. Applications include the creation and revision of letters, reports and other manuscripts, tables, and forms.

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
BUS 102 or permission of the Business Ed. Department Chairperson
BUS 216WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS II 3 2 04

The course is a word processing simulation using a popular word processing software package for the microcomputer.

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
BUS 215
BUS 223INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I 5 05

The course provides an introduction to a review of fundamental processes of accounting. Emphasis is placed on a thorough working knowledge and understand!ng of financial statements. Individual Items in the balance sheet and income statement are analyzed and evaluated. BUS 224 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING II 5 0 0 5 The course presents additional study of intermediate accounting. Special problems peculiar to corporations and analysis of financial reports are considered. BUS 225 COST ACCOUNTING 5 0 0 5 The course is a study of the nature and purposes of cost accounting: accounting for direct labor, materials and factory overhead, job order cost and standard cost and standard cost procedures, selling, administration and distribution costs, budgeting and management use of cost data. · BUS 226 PAYROLL PROCEDURES 3 0 0 3 The course is a study of the various federal and state laws affecting payroll procedures necessary for compliance with the laws. The following laws will be introduced: Social Security, Fair Labor Standards Act, Federal Unemployment Tax Act, State ·Unemployment Insurance Laws, and State and Federal Withholding Tax Laws. BUS 229 TAXES I 5 0 0 5 This course is a study of individual income taxes with emphasis on income, exemptions and fil!ng status, adjustments to in"come, itemized deductions, credits and figuring the tax using variou forms and schedules. BUS 230 TAXES II 3 0 0 3 The course is a study of business income taxes as they apply to small businesses. BUS 232 SALES DEVELOPMENT 3 0 0 3 The course is .a study of retail, wholesale, and Sp:3cialty selling. Emphasis is placed upon mastering and applying the fundamentals of selling. Prerequislte: none BUS 233 PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT 3 0 0 3 Students will study principles of organization and management of an efficient workforce. A study of procurement, placement, training, promotion, supeivision, transfer, fringe benefits, and health and safety. PrerequlsUe: none BUS 239 MARKETING 5 0 0 5 The course is a general suivey of the field of marketing, with detailed study of the functions, policies, and institutions lnvolved in the marketing process. 74 BUS 243 ADVERTISING 3 0 0 3 The course presents the role of advertising In a free economy and its place in the media.' A study of product and market research, selecfion of media, evaluations of effectiveness. BUS 245 RETAILING 3 0 0 3 The course includes the study of retaillng in the economy, Including present retail structure, I principles governing effective operations, functions performed, merchandise handling, and man- agerial problems in retailing establishments. I BUS 247 BUSINESS INSURANCE 3 0 0 3 The course is a presentation of the baslc principles of risk insurance and their application. A suivey of the various types of insurance Is included. r BUS 269 AUDITING 5 0 O 5 The course involves principles of conducting audits and investigations, setting up accounts based upon audits, collecting data and working papers, arranging and systemizing the audit, and writing the audit report are studied in this course.

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
BUS 122 or permission of Business Ed. Dept. Chairperson BUS 223 BUS 122 none none BUS 229 or permission of Business Ed. Dept. Chairperson BUS 101 or pennisslon of Business Ed. Dept Chairperson none none none BUS 122
BUS 223Business Statistics

Credits: 3

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 225Business Finance ()3.00

This course provides an overview of business financial management. Emphasis is placed on financial statement analysis, time value of money, management of cash flow, risk and return, and sources of financing. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply the principles of financial management. Classroom Hours (3.00), Lab/Shop Hours (2.00) Requisite courses: Take ACC-120 (Required, Previous)

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 230Small Business Management 3 03

Prerequisites: This course introduces the challenges of entrepreneurship including the startup and operation of a small business. Topics include market research techniques, feasibility studies, site analysis, fmancing alternatives, and managerial decision making. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a small business plan. BUS 260 Business Communication 3 0 3 This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Emphasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to conn:imnicate effectively in the work place.

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 111
Corequisite
None
BUS 230Entrepreneurship Capstone

Entrepreneurship Capstone is designed to develop student competency in business research instrumental for constructing

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 240Business Ethics ()3.00

This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues that face the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justice and fairness, ethical standards, and moral development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of their moral responsibilities and obligations as members of the workforce and society. Classroom Hours (3.00)

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 256Business Law3
Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
BUS 260Business Communication 3 0 O3

Corequisites: This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Emphasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively in the work place. BUS 280 REAL Small Business 4 0 0 4 Prerequisites: Corequisites: This course introduces hands-on techniques and procedures for planning and opening a small business, including the personal qualities needed for entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on market research, finance, time management, and day-to-day activities of owning/operating a small business. Upon completion, students sho~ld be able to write and implement a viable business plan and seek funding. 129

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
ENG 111
BUS 269Internship I

See the "Academic Policies" section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Inter

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 270Internship II

See the "Academic Policies" section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Inter

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 272PRINCIPLES OF SUPERVISION 5 0 O5

The course introduces the basic respoilsibillties and duties of the supervisor and his/her re- lationship to superiors, subordinates, and associates. Emphasls on securing an effective work force and the roles of the superoisor. Methbds of supervision are stressed.

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 279Principles of Finance

Credits: 3

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 280REAL Small Business ()4.00

This course introduces hands-on techniques and procedures for planning and opening a small business, including the personal qualities needed for entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on market research, finance, time management, and day-to-day activities of owning/operating a small business. Upon completion, students should be able to write and implement a viable business plan and seek funding. Classroom Hours (4.00)

Subject
BUS
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
BUS 282International Business

Credits: 3

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 290Independent Study

Students will complete an individualized plans of study in the academic subject. The faculty member and stude

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 295Independent Study in Business Administration

Independent Study in Business Administration is designed for the student who desires to conduct an individual project

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
BUS 296Special Topics in Business Administration

Special Topics in Business Administration provides an overview of the many facets involved in

Subject
BUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com

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