Summer/Fall 2011 Credit Class Schedule - Kirkwood Community ...

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS . summer & Fall 2011 . Kirkwood Credit Class Schedule
Intro to Entrepreneurship 3
> MGT-300
Examines the feasibility of a new business
concept and the fundamentals of organizing a
small business. Students measure their
potential as an entrepreneur, identify business
opportunities, examine entry strategies,
understand the advantages and disadvantages
of buying a business and evaluate the value of
that business. Focuses on realizing business
strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and
threats. Implements the planning process
through feasibility and business plans.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Progressive Mgmt Trends/Careers 3
> MGT-301
Emphasizes current trends in management and
upper-level management concepts such as
planning, organizing, leading and controlling.
Provides a career component that focuses on
employment tools, tips, preparation and
industry exploration.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B; Prereq: MGT-101, MGT-145
MIL
MILITARY AND ROTC
Foundations of the U.S. Air Force I 1
> MIL-100
Introduces the U.S. Air Force and Air Force
Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC).
Features the history and structure of the Air
Force, its capabilities, career opportunities,
installations, and core values while developing
team building, communication and leadership
skills.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Army ROTC Lead & Personal Dev 1–3
> MIL-104
This is the first semester in a four-semester
sequence that is the basic course of Army
ROTC. This course introduces cadets to the
military personal challenges and competencies
that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets
learn how the personal development of life
skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time
management, physical fitness, and stress
management relate to leadership, officership,
and the Army profession. The focus is on
developing basic knowledge and
comprehension of Army leadership
dimensions while gaining a big picture
understanding of the ROTC program, its
purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the
student. No military obligation is associated
with participation in the course.
(1-3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
100
Army ROTC Intro/Tact Leadership 1–3
> MIL-105
This is the second semester in a four-semester
sequence that is the basic course of Army
ROTC. The course builds on the foundations of
officership that were developed in the first
semester class. This course overviews
leadership fundamentals such as setting
direction, problem-solving, listening,
presenting briefs, providing feedback, and
using effective writing skills. Cadets explore
dimensions of leadership values, attributes,
skills, and actions in the context of practical,
hands-on, and interactive exercises. Cadre role
models and the building of stronger
relationships among the cadets through
common experience and practical interaction
are critical aspects of the experience. No
military obligation is associated with
participation in the course.
(1-3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: MIL-104
AFROTC Leadership Lab I 1
> MIL-111
Develops knowledge of what is required to be
an Air Force officer by honing leadership skills
through hands-on experience and performing
various tasks at the University of Iowa AFROTC
Detachment. Faculty supervise all labs, but
students plan and conduct all events.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Evolution/USAF Air/Space Power I 1
> MIL-200
Presents general aspects of air and space
power through historical perspectives. Covers
the time from the first balloons and dirigibles
to the Space Age global positioning systems of
the Persian Gulf War. Historical examples
define the Air Force’s capabilities and missions,
and demonstrate the evolution of today’s USAF
air and space power.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
AFROTC Leadership Lab III 1
> MIL-211
Develops knowledge of what is required to be
an Air Force officer by honing leadership skills
through hands-on experience and performing
various tasks at the University of Iowa AFROTC
Detachment. Faculty supervise all labs, but
students plan and conduct all events.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
MKT
MARKETING
Principles of Marketing 3
> MKT-110
Studies the process of planning and executing
the conception, pricing, promotion and
distribution of ideas, goods and services to
create the exchanges that satisfy individual and
organizational goals.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Principles of Selling 3
> MKT-140
Provides basic skills needed to sell goods and
services in a marketing economic system.
Students learn about careers in selling, buyer
behavior, product knowledge and selling
concepts. Emphasis is on problem solving.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Principles of Advertising 3
> MKT-150
Acquaints students with the philosophy of
advertising, historical concepts, and practical
applications of advertising at the local and
national levels. Includes media and media
selection, copy writing, and layout, with an
emphasis on product selection for advertising.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Principles of Retailing 3
> MKT-160
Studies retailing and its functions in a free
enterprise system. All facets of retail operation
are considered including planning,
organization, personnel, facilities, control,
pricing, buying, selling and promotion.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Buying/Merchandising Strategies 3
> MKT-168
Studies buying and merchandising principles
as they apply to management. Decisionmaking
and critical thinking skills are developed
in buying, inventory control and pricing.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Customer Service Strategies 1
> MKT-180
Designed to help students target their
customers and develop appropriate services.
Discusses the use of effective customer
services as a competition tool.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
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