Computer Business Systems (CBSY)
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CBSY 1105 3 credits
Computer Business Applications
Proficiency in the use of computer business applications is an essential requirement in the business environment. Students will learn to use computer application software efficiently and proficiently. The course provides detailed instruction in the use of spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software. Students will develop and apply computer skills and concepts that are critical for academic and career through business-oriented examples taught in a hands-on environment (i.e. computer lab).
Level: UG
CBSY 1110 3 credits
Business Problem Solving with Spreadsheets
Students will employ spreadsheet software to address real business problems, and will be provided with detailed instruction in the use of it. Students will develop and apply spreadsheet skills and concepts that are critical for academic and career through business-oriented examples taught in a hands-on environment (i.e. computer lab).
Level: UG
Attribute: BUSI
CBSY 2100 3 credits
Data Analytics for Impact
We have more data at our fingertips than ever before. Analyzing this data can yield valuable insights, but to make an impact we need more than statistics. In this course, students will learn a general-purpose analytics lifecycle methodology and apply previously learned statistical methods and techniques to conduct a group project on a suitable business or social science analytic topic. Students will apply the methodology to frame a decision problem, devise a feasible analytical strategy, gather and prepare data, generate insights, and communicate the findings effectively.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): 15 credits from courses at the 1100 level or higher, including one of BUQU 1230, CRIM 2130, MATH 1115, MATH 2341, PYSC 2300, or SOCI 2365
Attribute: BUSI
CBSY 2205 3 credits
Management Information Systems
Students will examine the use of Information Systems from a management perspective in business. They will learn how Information Systems are structured, and how to apply these systems to make critical business decisions.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): One of the following: (a) 15 credits from courses at the 1100 level or higher or (b) acceptance into the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting.
CBSY 2306 3 credits
Accounting Systems and Advanced Reporting Applications
Students will learn how to solve business problems using spreadsheets. Students will learn to use accounting systems to create accounts, define settings, record transactions, perform periodic processing and reporting within the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Inventory and Project Modules. Students will learn to use the results of accounting system reports in spreadsheets to analyze data in support of business decision making.
Level: UG
CBSY 2310 3 credits
Advanced MS Office and Web Site Applications
Students will learn to identify business problems and solve them using database, spreadsheet, Web page development and Internet browser software. They will integrate the various current software components of Microsoft Office, industry standard website design applications, and web browsing software in solving these problems. Note: For graduation purposes, credit will not be granted for both CBSY 2310 and 2305.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): CBSY 1105
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