General Business Concentration
About the Concentration
Concentration: 24.0 quarter credits
This option is provided for those students who do not want to specialize in any one area but want a more extensive exposure to all the various areas of business.
Students selecting the General Business Concentration should choose six courses from at least five of the following fields: accounting (ACCT), economics (ECON), finance (FIN), human resource management (HRMT), international business (INTB), legal studies (BLAW), management (MGMT), marketing (MKTG), management information systems (MIS), business statistics (STAT), and operations management (OPM).
Business Administration: Plan of Study
| Term 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BUSN 101 | Foundations of Business I | 4.0 |
| ENGL 101 | Expository Writing and Reading | 3.0 |
| MATH 101 | Introduction to Analysis I | 4.0 |
| UNIV B101 | The Drexel Experience | 1.0 |
| Select one of the following: | 3.0 | |
| Applied Cells, Genetics & Physiology Applied Biological Diversity, Ecology & Evolution | ||
| Applied Chemistry | ||
| Applied Physics | ||
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| BUSN 102 | Foundations of Business II | 4.0 |
| ENGL 102 | Persuasive Writing and Reading | 3.0 |
| MATH 102 | Introduction to Analysis II | 4.0 |
| Select one of the following: | 3.0 | |
| Applied Cells, Genetics & Physiology Applied Biological Diversity, Ecology & Evolution | ||
| Applied Chemistry | ||
| Applied Physics | ||
| Term Credits | 14.0 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| ENGL 103 | Analytical Writing and Reading | 3.0 |
| ECON 201 or ACCT 115 | Principles of Microeconomics Financial Accounting Foundations | 4.0 |
| PSY 101 | General Psychology I | 3.0 |
| Society and culture elective | 3.0 | |
| General education elective | 3.0 | |
| Term Credits | 16.0 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| STAT 201 | Introduction to Business Statistics | 4.0 |
| ACCT 116 or ECON 202 | Managerial Accounting Foundations Principles of Macroeconomics | 4.0 |
| ACCT 115 or ECON 201 | Financial Accounting Foundations Principles of Microeconomics | 4.0 |
| History (HIST) elective | 3.0 | |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| ACCT 116 or ECON 202 | Managerial Accounting Foundations Principles of Macroeconomics | 4.0 |
| BLAW 201 | Business Law I | 4.0 |
| COM 270 [WI] | Business Communication | 3.0 |
| INTB 200 | International Business | 4.0 |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 6 | ||
| FIN 301 | Introduction to Finance | 4.0 |
| MIS 200 | Management Information Systems | 4.0 |
| MKTG 301 | Introduction to Marketing Management | 4.0 |
| ENGL 200 - ENGL 399 course | 3.0 | |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 7 | ||
| PHIL 105 | Critical Reasoning | 3.0 |
| Science or Computer Science Elective (See degree requirements) | 3.0 | |
| Social science elective | 3.0 | |
| General education elective | 3.0 | |
| Fine arts elective | 3.0 | |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 8 | ||
| OPM 200 | Operations Management | 4.0 |
| ORGB 300 [WI] | Organizational Behavior | 4.0 |
| Free elective | 3.0 | |
| Course from 1st Business Area (See requirements) | 4.0 | |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 9 | ||
| Course from 3rd Business Area (See requirements) | 4.0 | |
| Free Elective | 4.0 | |
| Course from 2nd Business Area (See requirements) | 4.0 | |
| General Education Elective (See degree requirements) | 3.0 | |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 10 | ||
| Course from 4th Business Area (See requirements) | 4.0 | |
| Course from 5th Business Area (See requirements) | 4.0 | |
| General Education Elective (See degree requirements) | 3.0 | |
| Free Elective | 4.0 | |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 11 | ||
| MGMT 450 | Strategy and Competitive Advantage | 4.0 |
| Course from any Business Area | 4.0 | |
| Free electives | 7.0 | |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Term 12 | ||
| UNIV B101 | The Drexel Experience | 1.0 |
| Select one of the following: | 4.0 | |
| Business Consulting | ||
| Business Statistics II | ||
| Management Simulation | ||
| Introduction to Entrepreneurship | ||
| Free electives | 10.0 | |
| Term Credits | 15.0 | |
| Total Credit: 180.0 | ||
Courses
BUSN 101 Foundations of Business I 4.0 Credits
Introduces the fundamental structures and functions of business organizations and the opportunities for career advancement within such organizations. Develops relevant business skills for professional success, emphasizing teams, communication, and real-world examples.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore .
BUSN 102 Foundations of Business II 4.0 Credits
Exposes students to the external environments (local, national, and international) within which business organizations operate. Continues to build on important managerial and communication issues.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore .
Prerequisites: BUSN 101 [Min Grade: D]
BUSN 103 Advanced First Year Business Seminar 2.0 Credits
Continues to address topics and professional development introduced in the Foundations of Business I and II courses. Further develops students; knowledge and skills in a variety of areas, which may include effective boardroom presentations, individual financial strategy, leadership issues, corporate communication, career management and decision making. May be repeated once for credit.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for 4 credits
BUSN 104 Career Management for Non Co-op Students 0.0 Credits
Covers career development topics including resume writing, job search strategies and interviewing. My LIFEfolio will also be introduced as a career planning tool. This class will equip non co-op students to develop a career strategy, utilize successful job searching techniques and integrate My LIFEfolio as part of their career progression.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BUSN 110 Orientation Seminar for Evening Students 1.0 Credit
Assists students in the transition to a university environment. Provides exposure to ideas and life skills that are essential to success at Drexel, in the business community, and beyond. Emphasizes faculty, administration, and peer contact.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BUSN 111 Foundations for Business 4.0 Credits
Provides an integrated foundation for future business courses. Orients transfer and evening students to the main disciplines and functions of business, in both the internal and external environments; enables hands-on analysis of information and decision-making in a competitive arena; and provides an opportunity to develop teamwork and to enhance communication, presentation, and other management skills.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore
BUSN 112 [WI] Career Management Business Residency 4.0 Credits
Provides students with a practical framework for career planning through the use of career assessments, interactive exercises, and personal reflections. Students will investigate viable career paths, analyze internal and external motivators, and enhance their communication, leadership, and presentation skills through an online simulation, electronic portfolio, and employer site visit. This is a writing intensive course.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BUSN 200 Introductory Seminar in Business Research 4.0 Credits
This course provides an overview of methods used in business research. It will cover the development of research questions and hypotheses, research design and methods used in business, and the analysis and interpretation of data.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore .
BUSN 211 Peer Mentoring & Leadership Practicum 2.0 Credits
This course is designed to highlight and develop mentoring and leadership skills required to guide and assist incoming freshmen in their transition to college. Students will develop critical thinking as it relates to leadership and the integration of those skills. The course is experiential in nature as students will immediately look to apply knowledge gained within the course.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Sophomore.
Prerequisites: UNIV 101 [Min Grade: B]
BUSN 301 Accounting and Finance for Nonfinancial Professionals 3.0 Credits
A study of the accounting process and financial evaluation to enable nonfinancial professionals to work effectively with accountants and financial specialists in order to understand financial responsibilities within their profession and to make sound financial decisions. Basic accounting principles, financial statements, and financial analysis techniques will be emphasized.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Junior or Senior.
BUSN 399 Independent Study in Business 0.5-12.0 Credits
College/Department: LeBow College of Business
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BUSN 401 Special Topics in Business I 1.0 Credit
Various special topics of particular interest to the business student.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
BUSN 402 Special Topics in Business II 2.0 Credits
Various special topics of particular interest to the business student.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
BUSN 430 Mentoring & Leadership Development Practicum 2.0 Credits
The role of the Peer Mentor is one of a role-model, tutor and trusted colleague. This course is designed to teach mentoring skills required by Teaching Assistants in BUSN 101 and for early career managers.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
Prerequisites: FIN 301 [Min Grade: B] and ACCT 115 [Min Grade: B] and ACCT 116 [Min Grade: B]
BUSN 431 Mentoring & Leadership Development Practicum 2.0 Credits
The role of the peer mentor is one of a role model, tutor and trusted colleague. This course is designed to teach mentoring skills required by Teaching Assistants in BUSN 102 and for early career managers.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
Prerequisites: FIN 301 [Min Grade: B] and ACCT 115 [Min Grade: B] and ACCT 116 [Min Grade: B]
BUSN 432 Leadership & Mentoring Practicum 4.0 Credits
The role of the TA is one of a role-model, tutor and trusted colleague. This course is designed to guide and assist upperclassmen as they support BUSN 101/102 students in their initial journey into business as well as provide leadership insights and experiences that highlight theses secondary leadership roles.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
Prerequisites: FIN 301 [Min Grade: B] and ACCT 115 [Min Grade: B] and ACCT 116 [Min Grade: B]
BUSN 451 Business Consulting 4.0 Credits
Students work in small teams to consult with community partners on various business projects. Students evaluate, design, plan, and implement capstone projects that integrate various business disciplines, determine project scope and objectives, define conceptual and theoretical issues, conduct research, analyze data, present plans and recommendations. Case studies model relevant issues for discussion. Client team meetings during business operations occur.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Junior or Senior.
BUSN 481 Special Topics in Business 0.5-12.0 Credits
Covers various topics of particular interest to business students. All terms.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
BUSN 498 Special Topics in General Business 12.0 Credits
This course covers topics of particular interest to students in general business.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BUSN 499 Independent Study in General Business 0.5-20.0 Credits
College/Department: LeBow College of Business
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
