Business
14 courses · Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
BUS C100 Introduction to Business
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- BUS 110
An introductory course that defines and applies the fundamental principles of economics, management, ethics, leadership, marketing, management information systems (MIS), accounting, and finance to the current business environment. The course will help students select their field of business specialization and will provide the foundation for future study of business and management. It presents an in-depth examination of elements of contemporary business, from the Internet functions to the challenges of business on an international scale.
BUS C101 Introduction to Project Management
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduction to Project Management is designed to provide students an overview of the concepts, tools, and techniques of formal project management. Concepts and methods learned are immediately usable in the workplace, leading to a greater retention of newly acquired skills, measurable project improvements, and the achievement of desired project results. The focus of the class is key concepts in each of the process and knowledge areas of project management to create a unique learning environment that prepares students to manage projects in a global, multicultural, and online environment.
BUS C110 Business Law/Legal Environment of Business
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- BUS 120, BUS 125
Fundamental legal principles pertaining to business transactions. Introduction to the legal process and law as an instrument of social and political control in society. Topics include sources of law and ethics, contracts, torts, agency, criminal law, business organizations, judicial and administrative processes, employment law, forms of business organizations, and domestic and international governmental regulations. This course meets the requirements for Business Law and the Legal Environment of Business.
BUS C118 Introduction to International Business
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces the fundamentals of international business and examines how organizations operate in the global marketplace. It explores the political, economic, social, and technological factors that shape international business environments, as well as global trade, investment, and cultural dynamics. The course places significant emphasis on understanding cultural differences and their impact on business practices, management styles, and international strategy. Students apply analytical frameworks to assess business opportunities in both developed and emerging economies.
BUS C120 Personal Finance
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this Personal Finance course, you will learn the fundamentals of financial planning. You will also develop an understanding of the social, psychological, and physiological contexts that influence decision-making. This course provides comprehensive coverage of personal financial planning in the areas of money management, healthcare and other insurance, career planning, taxes, consumer credit, debt, investments, retirement planning, and estate planning. The course provides financial planning tools, enabling you to consider various debt and credit options to meet your personal financial goals. You will also assess diverse investment options, weighing their advantages and disadvantages to suit your individual circumstances and goals.
BUS C139 Business Communication
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ENGL C1000.
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- BUS 115
Formerly: MGMT C101. This course applies the principles of ethical and effective communication to the creation of letters, memos, emails, and written and oral reports for a variety of business situations. The course emphasizes planning, organizing, composing, and revising business documents using word processing software for written documents and presentation-graphics software to create and deliver professional-level oral reports. This course is designed for students who already have college-level writing skills.
BUS C141 Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course facilitates the exploration of launching a business and becoming an entrepreneur. The course introduces the concepts and application of Human-Centered Design (HCD) to uncover the needs of current and future customers. Lean startup techniques will be examined to provide strategies for estimating costs and acquiring the initial funds for starting a business. These activities will prepare students to develop a summary business plan and for success in subsequent entrepreneurship coursework.
BUS C142 Entrepreneurial Marketing and Operations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- BUS C141; students are encouraged to complete Introduction to Entrepreneurship before taking this course.
- Transfers to
- CSU
The course examines managing the marketing and operational aspects of a business start-up. This includes business development, marketing, and operations. Students will be introduced to concepts of organizational structures, strategic planning, marketing, supplier relationships, distribution channels, and resources needed to launch successfully. Additionally, the course will reinforce the entrepreneur mindset in support of personal and professional development.
BUS C143 Entrepreneurial Financial Strategies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- BUS C141; students are encouraged to complete Introduction to Entrepreneurship before taking this course.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course examines managing the financial aspects of a business start-up. This includes start-up cost, unit cost, operational costs, and a revenue estimate. Students will be introduced to concepts of an income statement, a balance sheet, the sales forecasting process, and financial risk analysis. The course provides a survey of start-up funding options. In addition, students will be introduced to technical aspects of business finance to build and strengthen financial competence.
BUS C150 Introduction to Marketing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides a practical introduction to contemporary marketing principles as applied in an increasingly Internet-driven marketplace. Topics include analyzing market characteristics and research, evaluating product and service strategies, devising value-added supply chain distribution approaches, and building strategic marketing plans.
BUS C281 Work Experience Education
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 other hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
The purpose of this course is to enhance each work experience education (WEE) participant's job skills by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal. Note: 54 hours of paid or unpaid work in Business, Management, and related fields, for each one-semester credit. This course aligns with updates to the California Education Code (Title V) related to work experience education, revised August 2023.
BUS C282 Work Experience Education
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 108 other hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
The purpose of this course is to enhance each work experience education (WEE) participant's job skills by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal. Note: 54 hours of paid or unpaid work in Business, Management, and related fields, for each one-semester credit. This course aligns with updates to California Education Code (Title 5) related to work experience education, revised August 2023.
BUS C283 Work Experience Education
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 162 other hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Formerly: Work-Based Learning. The purpose of this course is to enhance each work experience education (WEE) participant's job skills by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal. Note: 54 hours of paid or unpaid work in Business, Management, and related fields, for each one-semester credit. This course aligns with updates to the California Education Code (Title V) related to work experience education, revised August 2023.
BUS C284 Work Experience Education
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 216 other hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Formerly: Work-Based Learning. The purpose of this course is to enhance each work experience education (WEE) participant's job skills by bridging the gap between educational theory and on-the-job practices through individualized performance objectives related to the student's career or occupational goal. Note: 54 hours of paid or unpaid work in Business, Management, and related fields, for each one-semester credit. This course aligns with updates to the California Education Code (Title V) related to work experience education, revised August 2023.