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Business Management
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Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management – AA Degree or Cert. of Achievement
Entrepreneurship Essentials - Cert. of Specialization
Entrepreneurship For Artists - Cert. of Specialization
Entrepreneurship For Computer Networking & Security Consulting - Cert. of Specialization
Logistics/Supply Chain Management – AA Degree or Cert. of Achievement
Retail Management – AA Degree
Retail Management - Cert. of Achievement
- Retail Management - Essentials – Cert. of Specialization
- Retail Management - Advanced – Cert. of Specialization
Project Management – Cert. of Accomplishment
Home Business – Cert. of Specialization
Business Plan – Cert. of Specialization
Why Business Management with Coastline?
The staff and faculty at Coastline College are invested in students’ growth the same way a business wants to raise its bottom line. Need online courses to fit school into an already busy schedule? Want access to quality professors while keeping a close eye on cash flow? Look no further. Envision your future career and strategize a path to graduation as the CEO of your education with Coastline.
Coastline College graduates with business degrees or certificates have gone on to become General Managers, Operations Managers, Sales Managers, and Administrative Services Managers.
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Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
Associate of Arts Degree
Certificate of Achievement
3_AA_SMBO or 3_CL_MSSB
The small business sector is one of the fastest growing in the nation's economy. With an ever-increasing number of adults today self-employed, many people either work for a small business or plan to start one of their own. Coastline's entrepreneurship program can help prospective entrepreneurs launch new ventures or, if you are an entrepreneur who already has your business established, you can strengthen your managerial and business skills to grow your business.
You will learn the fundamentals of starting and operating your own business. The program includes basic business skills as well as specific courses in starting and managing a business. Course work covers evaluating a business opportunity, preparing a business plan, planning advertising and sales promotions, marketing a product or service, and managing the finances for the entrepreneurial company.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
- Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today's multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly-changing global environment.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units BUS C150 Introduction to Marketing 3.0 BUS C170 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Finance 3.0 BUS C180 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Plan 3.0 BUS C222 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Operations and Management 3.0 Subtotal 12.0 Elective Courses
Select one course from the following:
Course ID Name Units MS C100 Business Organization and Management 3.0 MS C102 Human Relations in Business 3.0 MS C104 Human Resource Management 3.0 Subtotal 3.0 Select two courses from the following:
Course ID Name Units ACCT C116 ACCT for Non-Financial Managers, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners 3.0 BUS C100 Introduction to Business 3.0 BUS C110 Business Law/Legal Environment of Business 3.0 BUS C120 Personal Finance 3.0 BUS C130 E-Commerce: Strategic Thinking and Management 3.0 Subtotal 6.0 Total for Certificate 21.0 Total for Degree 60.0
Entrepreneurship Essentials
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_ENTESS
The Entrepreneurship Essentials program provides students a solid foundation in the business aspects of starting and operating a small business or providing services in an independent capacity. It focuses on understand the theory and practice of managing a business, including knowledge of finance, operations, planning, decision making and the application leadership and managerial skills in various organizational environments.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach
- Demonstrate awareness of ethical and social responsibility in today's multicultural, team-oriented, and rapidly changing global environment.
- Effectively communicate solutions to business issues, using appropriate language and tools, demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units BUS C112 Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship 3.0 BUS C170 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Finance 3.0 BUS C222 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Operations and Management 3.0 Total for Certificate 9.0
Entrepreneurship For Artists
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_ENTART
The Entrepreneurship for Artists program is to provide students a solid foundation in the business aspects of starting and operating a small business or providing services in an independent capacity in the Arts. This may include but is not limited to operating galleries, museums or theaters as well as providing services as an illustrator, graphic designer, set designer, studio artist, etc.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
- Demonstrate awareness of ethical and social responsibility in today's multicultural, team-oriented, and rapidly changing global environment.
- Effectively communicate solutions to business issues, using appropriate language and tools, demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
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Program Courses
Students will complete the following courses:
Course ID Name Units ART C107 Art Gallery Production and Portfolio Design 3.0 BUS C180 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Plan 3.0 Subtotal 6.0 Program Electives
Select one course from the following:
Course ID Name Units ACCT C107 Accounting with QuickBooks 2.0 ACCT C116 ACCT for Non-Financial Managers, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners 3.0 Subtotal Electives 2.0-3.0 Total for Certificate 8.0-9.0
Entrepreneurship For Computer Networking and Security Consulting
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_ENTNET
The Entrepreneurship for Computer Networking and Security program is to provide students a solid foundation in the business aspects of starting and operating a small business or providing services in an independent capacity in the Arts. This may include but is not limited to providing consulting services to small businesses as well as managing technical services for larger organizations.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information based approach.
- Demonstrate awareness of ethical and social responsibility in today's multicultural, team oriented, and rapidly changing global environment.
- Effectively communicate solutions to business issues, using appropriate language and tools, demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
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Program Courses
Students will complete the following courses:
Course ID Name Units BUS C180 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Plan 3.0 CST C271 Become a Security Consultant 3.0 Subtotal 6.0 Program Electives
Select one course from the following:
Course ID Name Units ACCT C107 Accounting with QuickBooks 2.0 ACCT C116 ACCT for Non-Financial Managers, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners 3.0 Subtotal Electives 2.0-3.0 Total for Certificate 8.0-9.0
Logistics/Supply Chain Management
Associate of Arts Degree
Certificate of Achievement
3_AA_LSCM or 3_CL_LSCM
The courses offered to obtain this certificate will give the students the basic skills needed to obtain a position as a Procurement or Operations Clerk within a variety of logistics organizations. Logistics/Supply Chain Management involves every aspect of purchasing, transportation, storage and distribution of goods from manufacturers to consumers.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
- Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today's multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly-changing global environment.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units MS C100 Business Organization and Management 3.0 MS C102 Human Relations in Business 3.0 MS C104 Human Resource Management 3.0 SM C101
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MS C171Principles of Logistics/Supply Chain Management
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Principles of Logistics/Supply Chain Management3.0 SM C102
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MS C172Logistics/Supply Chain Operations
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Logistics/Supply Chain Operations3.0 Subtotal 15.0 Program Electives
Choose 6 units from the following:
Course ID Name Units ACCT C100 Introduction to Accounting 3.0 BUS C100 Introduction to Business 3.0 BUS C150 Introduction to Marketing 3.0 BUS C222 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Operations and Management 3.0 BUS C281-C284 Work Based Learning 1.0-4.0 BC C112 Office Organization 3.0 CIS C100 Introduction to Information Systems 3.0 MS C101 Management and Employee Communication 3.0 SM C104
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MS C174Purchasing and Procurement
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Purchasing and Procurement3.0 SM C204
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MS C176Supply Chain/Logistics Management
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Supply Chain/Logistics Management3.0 Subtotal Electives 6.0 Total for Certificate 21.0 Total for Degree 60.0
Retail Management
Associate of Arts Degree
Certificate of Achievement
3_AA_RTMG or 3_CL_RTMG
The Retail Management Degree is a specially recognized program designed to prepare individuals for the fast-paced retail industry. This program is also intended to help students develop an understanding of the retail manager's job and the requirements for success in the retail environment.
This program is approved by the Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC), and persons completing the prescribed courses are eligible to receive both the CCC Associate Degree (or Certificate of Achievement) and the WAFC Retail Management Certificate.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
- Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today's multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly-changing global environment.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units ACCT C116 ACCT for Non-Financial Managers, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners 3.0 BUS C150 Introduction to Marketing 3.0 BUS C283 Work Based Learning 3.0 CIS C111 Introduction to Information Systems
Programming3.0 MS C100 Business Organization and Management 3.0 MS C101 Management and Employee Communication 3.0 MS C102 Human Relations in Business 3.0 MS C104 Human Resource Management 3.0 Total for Certificate 24.0 Total for Degree 60.0
Retail Management Essentials
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_RMESS
The Retail Management - Essentials Certificate is a specially recognized program designed to prepare individuals for the fast-paced retail industry. This program is also intended to help students develop an understanding of the retail manager's job and the requirements for success in the retail environment. This program is approved by the Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC).
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information based approach.
- Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today's multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly-changing global environment.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units ACCT C116 ACCT for Non-Financial Managers, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners 3.0 CIS C111 Introduction to Information Systems Programming 3.0 MS C100 Business Organization and Management 3.0 MS C101 Management and Employee Communication 3.0 Total for Certificate 12.0
Retail Management - Advanced
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_RMADV
The Retail Management - Advanced Certificate is a specially recognized program designed to prepare individuals for the fast-paced retail industry. This program is also intended to help students develop an understanding of the retail manager's job and the requirements for success in the retail environment. This program is approved by the Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC).
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information based approach.
- Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today's multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly-changing global environment.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units BUS C150 Introduction to Marketing 3.0 BUS C283 Work Based Learning 3.0 MS C102 Human Relations in Business 3.0 MS C104 Human Resource Management 3.0 Total for Certificate 12.0
Project Management
Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_PRJM
The Project Management Certificate of Accomplishment addresses the increasing importance of teamwork in the business environment. The program is designed to provide an understanding 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 program focuses on key concepts in each of the process and knowledge areas of project management to create a unique learning experience that prepares students to manage projects in a global, multicultural, and online environment.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
- Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today's multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly-changing global environment.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units BUS C100 Introduction to Business 3.0 BUS C101 Introduction to Project Management 3.0 BUS C102 Advanced Project Management 3.0 MS C102 Human Relations in Business 3.0 MS C144 Introduction to Leadership 3.0 Total for Certificate 15.0
Home Business
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_HMBS
The home-based business certificate is a three-course sequence that was created to provide basic, intermediate, and advanced educational opportunities designed to help you choose and successfully launch a home-based business.
The courses will give the current and future home-based entrepreneur an overview of home-based business and the spectrum of opportunities that successful home-based entrepreneurs are pursuing. With an ever-increasing number of adults today self-employed, many are running their own home-based business or are planning to start one.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
- Develop and exhibit high standards of professional practice, demonstrating awareness of ethical and social responsibilities in today's multicultural, team-oriented, rapidly-changing global environment.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units BUS C170 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Finance 3.0 BUS C222 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Operations and Management 3.0 Subtotal 6.0 Select one course from the following:
Course ID Name Units BUS C100 Introduction to Business 3.0 BUS C110 Business Law/Legal Environment of Business 3.0 BUS C120 Personal Finance 3.0 BUS C130 E-Commerce: Strategic Thinking and Management 3.0 BUS C150 Introduction to Marketing 3.0 Subtotal Electives 3.0 Total for Certificate 9.0
Business Plan
Certificate of Specialization
3_CO_BPLN
Designed for students who wish to take additional courses in home business.
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Program Leading Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Effectively communicate solutions to business problems, using appropriate language and tools and demonstrating understanding of business terms and concepts.
- Analyze and recommend effective business decisions/solutions using a systematic, evaluative, and information-based approach.
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Program Courses
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID Name Units BUS C180 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Plans 3.0 BUS C222 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Operations and Management 3.0 Total for Certificate 6.0