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      "markdown": "The Business Information System (BIS) Associate of Science program offers courses that provide students interested in learning business applications and technical skills to keep business systems organized. Students are prepared for entry-to-mid level positions with a pathway to transfer to a 4-year institution or future career opportunities.\n\n**Career Opportunities**\n\nThe Business Information Systems program prepares students to work in an office environment. It prepares students to assume positions as office managers, supervisors, administrative assistance. These positions use a variety of office technology and computer-based applications (word processing, electronic mail, database, spreadsheets, presentation graphics. Classes emphasize technology, proofreading and editing, document formatting, electronic filing, accounting, and human relations. Students will develop administrative skills necessary to participate as part of the management team. Office management personnel assist in planning, organizing, and controlling the information related activities and in leading or directing people to attain the objectives of the organization. They support and help facilitate accurate communication and information exchange to internal and external customers on a timely basis.\n\n**Program Learning Outcomes**\n\nUpon completion of this program a student will be able to:\n\n1.  Information Competency: Obtain information related to the profession using traditional and electronic sources. Synthesize the information into written or oral business reports.\n2.  Critical Thinking: Analyze business situations and recommend solutions or plans for improvement.\n3.  Computational Skills: Analyze data and prepare common business and personal financial reports."
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          "title": "Introduction to Business",
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          "code": "BUS 38",
          "title": "Introduction to Microcomputers and Business Software",
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          "code": "BUS 43B",
          "title": "Introduction to Microsoft Excel for Business Applications",
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          "code": "BUS 201",
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          "text": "Total Major Units:",
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          "text": "Electives to meet 60 units:"
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          "text": "Total Units:",
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          "text": "Recommended but not required:",
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          "code": "ECON C2001",
          "title": "Principles of Microeconomics",
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