WOL-901: Business Organizations

Credits: 3 Credits (126 Clock Hours)
Self-paced: 4-month completion deadline.
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Description

Dive deep into the multifaceted world of business with WOL-901. This contemporary course offers a panoramic view of various business aspects from ownership types and human resource management to marketing and e-business strategies. It doesn't just stop at traditional business practices but also explores the intersection of business with social media, ethics, sustainability, and global considerations. With a focus on current trends, this course provides insights on the importance of socially responsible businesses and the relevance of sustainability in today's world.

What you'll learn:

A foundational understanding of business, including the potential risks and rewards associated with it.
A keen grasp of ethical considerations in the business landscape.
Insights into the economic foundation of international business.
A thorough understanding of different business ownership structures, along with their respective advantages and disadvantages.
Mastery over the four pillars of management: planning, organizing, leading and motivating, and controlling.
Comprehensive knowledge of human resources management's key components.
Recognizing the significance of social media in shaping a business's promotional strategies.

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Students can enroll at Washington Technical Institute any time of the year. Open enrollment allows students the ability to start straining for a new career without waiting for a traditional semester to begin.

Self-Paced Courses

Every course at WTI is self-paced, allowing students to spend the time they need to master each lesson. Students have the flexibility to plan and adjust lessons to fit their schedule.

Accredited by MSA-CESS

Washington Technical Institute is regionally accredited as a postsecondary institution by the Middle States Association Colleges & Schools.

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Courses are self-paced and supported by qualified faculty. Students work on their reading, assignments, and quizzes on their own time. This flexibility allows students to study while navigating the rest of their busy lives. Our courses and programs have completion deadlines, but beyond that, students can complete the work on their own schedule. Instructors are always available for questions and support. Students are not required to attend any scheduled class meetings.

Features

Interactive Online Learning that Fits Your Schedule

Washington Technical Institute understands that you have a busy schedule and that you are looking for a school that will fit into your lifestyle. Our virtual classroom helps you fit your education into your life. Our synchronous sessions are designed to help provide additional instructor-led activities and interactions to help with some of the more complex topics. No need to worry, though…if you miss a session, they are all recorded! You can connect with your instructor on questions you have at any time.

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Program Starts

This program starts every day which means you do not have to wait to get started on your education!

Technology Requirements

Students will need to have access to the internet as well as a computer or Chromebook to complete this class. Using a tablet, or phone will not be possible for this program given the nature of the material.

Tuition

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Tuition Includes:

24/7 Access to WTI Interactive Online Classroom
Hands-on Instruction by qualified attorney professors
Audio Lectures (downloadable)
Westlaw or Lois Law Training
Lifetime Career Development Guidance
No Interest Installment Plans

Total Tuition: $599

Available Payment Options & Financing

Full Payment: $599
Payment Plan: $299.50 over 2 payments

Certain restrictions apply for students who pay for tuition via a third party, such as WIA, Vocational Rehabilitation, MyCAA and other funding sources. Please see the Financial Assistance page for details and other information

Curriculum

In this up-to-date, comprehensive survey, WOL-901 addresses forms of business ownership, management and organization, human resources management, marketing, social media and ebusiness, information systems, accounting, and finance. Core topics emphasize ethics and social responsibility, small business and entrepreneurship and global issues, while new coverage examines the impact of social media on business, international business, green and socially responsible business, and sustainability.

Course Objectives:

Throughout the course, you will meet the following goals:

Define business and identify potential risks and rewards.
Identify the types of ethical concerns that arise in the business world.
Explain the economic basis for international business.
Describe the advantages and disadvantages of various forms of business ownership.
Describe the four basic management functions: planning, organizing, leading and motivating, and controlling.
Describe the major components of human resources management.
Explain why it is important for a business to use social media to promote their business.

Ch 1: The World of Business and Economics
Ch 2: Ethics and Social Responsibility in Business
Ch 3: Global Business
Ch 4: Choosing a Form of Business Ownership
Ch 5: Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Ch 6: Understanding the Management Process
Ch 7: Creating a Flexible Organization
Ch 8: Producing Quality Goods and Services
Ch 9: Attracting and Retaining Employees
Ch 10: Motivating Employees and Teams
Ch 11: Building Customer Relationships
Ch 12: Creating and Pricing Products
Ch 13: Distributing and Promoting Products
Ch 14: Social Media and e-Business
Ch 15: Management and Accounting Info
Ch 16: Mastering Financial Management

Grading Scale

A = 95-100%
B = 88-94.9%
C = 80-87.9%
D = 70-79.9%
F = Below 70%

Grade Weighting

Chapter Quizzes.................70%
Final Exam..........................30%

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Washington Technical Institute is Regionally accredited by the Middle States Association CESS, and licensed by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education as an institution of higher learning.

WOL-901: Business Organizations