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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Business 110B
Course Description and Outline


BUS 110B: Human Relations For Employment


2008-2009
Credits 1–3
Schedule of Classes Fall 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Business
Academic Division Business and Computer Technology
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
Programs of Study This course can be found in the following programs of study:
I : Catalog Course Description
Provides students/prospective employees with knowledge and understanding of self and others for effective interactions in the workplace. Emphasizes employability skills such as communication, work habits and attitudes, ethics, conflict management, motivation and problem solving.
II : Course Objectives

Provides students/prospective employees with knowledge and understanding of self and others for effective interactions in the work place. Emphasizes employability skills such as communication, work habits and attitudes, ethics, conflict management, motivation, and problem solving.

  1. origin of the study of human relations
  2. recent organizational developments as related to human relations
  3. importance of understanding individual human behavior when studying organizations
  4. personal issues that can affect human relations within an organization
  5. principles and theories of organizational structure
  6. process of effective organizational communications
  7. role of power and politics within the organizational structure
  8. importance of groups and teams within an organization
  9. leadership theory and effective leadership practices
  10. how organizations can effectively deal with change, conflict, and creativity
  11. effective techniques for personal career success
  12. effective skills for working with others as a member of a team
  13. learn to apply course material to improve thinking, problem solving, and decisions
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

BUS 110B--Human Relations for Employment--meets a General Education requirement of the Associate of Applied Science Degree.


BUS 110 promotes Student Learning Outcomes:

1. have college-level skills in reading, writing, and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.

2. have problem solving, creative, and critical thinking skills.

3. have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.

4. understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world.

Sections II and III were prepared on April 28, 2006. Please contact the Business and Computer Technology division for more information.
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