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DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023
any updates to this document can be found in the addendum at www.dvc.edu/communication/catalog
Business
Possible career opportunities -
BUSINESS – BUS
Small business management/
Charlie Shi, Dean Entrepreneurship
Business, Computer Science, and Culinary Arts Division Small business managers/entrepreneurs have diverse career
duties including finding financial resources, collecting sales
Possible career opportunities - Business tax, creating computer networks, setting up filing systems,
Studies in business prepare students to participate and sup- and creating marketing plans. Further, those who select
port the operations of organizations. Careers include super- careers in this discipline identify trends and potential mar-
vising and coordinating activities, such as purchasing, bud- kets for products, direct salespersons, provide guidance and
geting, and record keeping. Functional area of management training for new employees, and mitigate compliant and
or administration, such as human resources, purchasing, or compliance issues

administrative services are likely focal points of a business
professional. Associate in science degree
Business
Possible career opportunities - Students completing the program will be able to..

Business management and leadership A. demonstrate knowledge of business operations, the busi-
Careers in business management/leadership assist admin- ness organization, and business procedures

istrative functions through teamwork to conduct organiza- B. analyze and evaluate business situations in the major
tional studies, design systems and procedures, conduct mea- concentration area (i.e., real estate, wealth management,
surement analyses, and prepare operations and procedures business marketing, advanced general business, manage-
reports. Some careers also involve assessing staff require- ment and leadership studies, and small business manage-
ments in hiring, training new employees, or participating in ment/entrepreneurship), identify business problems, and
human resources processes. develop solutions/plans of action

C. apply ethical standards and best practices of social re-
Possible career opportunities - sponsibility to business situations

Business marketing D. develop communication that presents business informa-
Study in business marketing prepares students for careers tion in an organized and clear form

in several areas, including brand and product management, E. implement technologies to identify business problems and
professional selling, public relations, advertising and promo- to develop solutions and action plans

tions, marketing research, marketing logistics, and nonprofit
services. Regardless of whether students plan to become a This curriculum is designed to provide an opportunity for
marketing professional or do something else in business, a business students to achieve an associate in science degree
basic understanding of marketing is important in preparation after completing a series of foundational and more advanced
for any career. courses in the area of business. Completion of this curricu-
lum will demonstrate commitment to the field and provide
comprehensive preparation for employment in business-
Possible career opportunities - related occupations. This degree is not primarily intended for
Office professional transfer students and does not include all courses required
The office professional curriculum enriches the chosen career for transfer. Students who intend to transfer should consider
of all who work in professional office settings, especially the associate in science degree in business administration
those who are employed as an administrative assistant, for transfer. DVC business students who intend to transfer
administrative technician, administrative associate, office must consult with a program advisor or counselor to ensure
manager, office clerk, receptionist, secretary, customer service that the requirements for transfer to four-year institutions of
representative, office coordinator, or typist. their choice are met. Students who intend to transfer are also
advised to select either General Education Option 2 (IGETC)
or Option 3 (CSU GE). General Education Option 1 (DVC
Possible career opportunities - General Education) is appropriate for students who do not
intend to transfer

Real estate
Professionals in real estate arrange, support, or coordinate the
selling, buying, and leasing of commercial, industrial, or resi-
dential property. Careers may include working with home-
owner associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings,
or land (including rights-of-way). Employees work in real
estate offices or for commercial real estate firms to arrange
loans for the purchase of property

DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023 PROGRAM AND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023
any updates to this document can be found in the addendum at www.dvc.edu/communication/catalog
Business
To earn this associate degree with a major in business, stu- Associate in science in business
dents must satisfactorily complete sixty (60) units of degree-
applicable coursework with a grade point average of 2.0 (C)
administration for transfer 2.0
or higher. At least 12 units of degree applicable coursework Students completing the program will be able to..

must be earned at DVC. Certain courses may satisfy both A. communicate in a professional, concise, clear, and correct
major and general education requirements; however, the manner

units are only counted once. Because currency of informa- B. explain the functions of business financial operations and
tion is relevant for this employment-related degree, all apply them to business case problems

coursework required for the degree major must be completed
within ten years of the degree date. C. compare and contrast ethical approaches and social re-
sponsibility options in business situations

major requirements: units D. evaluate an existing business and identify the business
BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3 organization and key business procedures relevant to a
BUS-250 Business Communications................................ 3 specific problem using appropriate technology

BUS-294 Business Law..................................................... 3
BUSMG-120 Introduction to Management Studies................ 3
This curriculum is designed to provide an opportunity for
plus at least 3 units from: the business major to achieve an associate in science degree
BUSAC-181 Applied Accounting............................................ 3
in business administration while completing the require-
BUSAC-186 Financial Accounting.......................................... 4
ments for transfer to a California State University (CSU) or
other four-year college or university to earn a bachelor’s
plus at least 9 units from: degree in business administration. A baccalaureate degree
BUS-161 Personal Financial Management....................... 3 is recommended preparation for those considering profes-
BUS-209 International Business........................................ 3 sional careers in business. Completion of this curriculum
BUS-210 Introduction to e-Business................................ 3 will demonstrate commitment to the field and provide com-
BUS-240 Business Statistics............................................. 3
prehensive preparation for upper-division work

BUS-261 Investments........................................................ 3
BUSAC-185 QuickBooks Accounting for Business I..............1.5
BUSAC-187 Managerial Accounting...................................... 4
The associate in science in business administration 2.0
BUSAC-188 QuickBooks Accounting for Business II.............1.5
BUSAC-285 Federal Income Taxes – Individuals................... 3
for transfer is intended for students who plan to complete
BUSMG-121 Practices and Concepts of Supervision............ 3 a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus

BUSMG-131 Managing Diversity in the Workplace................ 3 Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission
BUSMG-132 Human Resource Management......................... 3 to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major

BUSMG-191 Small Business Management............................ 3 In order to earn the degree, students must:
BUSMG-192 Entrepreneurship and Venture Management.... 3 • Complete 60 CSU-transferable units

BUSMG-226 Group Behavior and Leadership........................ 3
BUSMK-158 Professional Selling............................................ 3 • Complete the California State University-General
BUSMK-255 Advertising......................................................... 3 Education-Breadth pattern (CSUGE-Breadth); or
BUSMK-256 Marketing............................................................ 3 the Intersegmental General Education Transfer
BUSMK-258 Advertising and Gender..................................... 3 Curriculum (IGETC) pattern, including the Area 1C
CIS-116 Microsoft Excel – Comprehensive..................... 2 requirement for Oral Communication

RE-160 Real Estate Principles........................................ 3 • Complete a minimum of 18 units in the major

RE-161 Real Estate Law.................................................. 3
RE-162 Real Estate Appraisal......................................... 3 • Attain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0

RE-163 Real Estate Practice........................................... 3 • Earn a grade of “C” or higher in all courses required
RE-164 Real Estate Finance........................................... 3 for the major

RE-165 Real Estate Economics...................................... 3 Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the
RE-166 Real Estate Escrow Procedures........................ 3 degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units
RE-167 Real Estate Property Management................... 3 after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may
total minimum units for the major 24 not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a
particular CSU campus or to university or college that is not
part of the CSU system, or those students who do not intend
to transfer

Some courses in the major satisfy both major and CSUGE/
IGETC general education requirements; however, the units
are only counted once toward the 60-unit requirement for an
associate degree. Some variations in requirements may exist
at certain four-year institutions; therefore, students who
intend to transfer are advised to refer to the catalog of the
prospective transfer institution and consult a counselor

DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023 PROGRAM AND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023
any updates to this document can be found in the addendum at www.dvc.edu/communication/catalog
Business
major requirements: units Program learning outcomes for the technical workplace
BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3 skills: Project management support
BUS-294 Business Law..................................................... 3 Students completing this program will be able to..

BUSAC-186 Financial Accounting.......................................... 4
BUSAC-187* Managerial Accounting...................................... 4 A. utilize project management concepts, terminology, and
processes

ECON-220* Principles of Macroeconomics.......................... 3
ECON-221* Principles of Microeconomics........................... 3 B. use project management software to manage multi-facet-
ed projects

plus at least 3 units from: C. define a project plan and develop diagrams and charts to
MATH-181* Finite Mathematics............................................. 3
illustrate enterprise structure, workflow, and scheduling

MATH-182* Calculus for Management, Life Science and D. demonstrate basic graphical user interface operations in a
Social Science I.................................................. 4 computer environment

MATH-192* Analytic Geometry and Calculus I..................... 5 E. produce spreadsheets, documents, and presentations by
using basic to advanced software operations

plus at least 3 units from:
The professional and technical workplace skills associate
BUS-240* Business Statistics............................................. 3 in science degree program is designed in consultation with
MATH-142* Elementary Statistics with Probability............... 4 industry wide professionals to address changing workforce
total minimum units for the major 26 needs. Students complete a set of interdisciplinary core
*These courses have specific prerequisites. See course description
courses that deliver communication and fundamental work-
place competencies and select a specialization in one of the
for details

following areas: Help desk and Desktop Support or Project
Management Support. In addition, students have the option
Associate in science to participate in work experience opportunities that rein-
force classroom learning. This degree major will provide
Professional and technical workplace skills robust preparation for a student interested in a career in
technology support in either of these job categories

Program learning outcomes for the professional workplace
skills: Eligible DVC students have the option to complete this pro-
gram in an accelerated format through the DVC Year Up
Students completing this program will be able to... program. See the college website for details

A. communicate clearly in writing. The DVC professional and technical workplace skills major
B. communicate clearly in meetings and oral presentations. is not intended for transfer. General Education Option 1
C. perform essential functions in Microsoft Excel. (DVC GE) is advised for students who do not intend to
D. navigate Microsoft Office suite applications proficiently transfer. Students who intend to transfer to a four-year bac-
(Outlook, PowerPoint, Word). calaureate program should consult with a counselor regard-
ing specific major preparation requirements at the transfer
E. demonstrate professionalism in daily interactions. institution of their choice. Students who intend to transfer
F. deliver and receive feedback in a professional manner. are advised to select General Education Option 2 (IGETC) or
G. work collaboratively with colleagues and clients. Option 3 (CSU GE)

To earn an associate in science degree with a major in pro-
Program learning outcomes for the technical workplace fessional and technical workplace skills, students must com-
skills: Helpdesk and desktop support plete each course used to meet a major requirement with
Students completing this program will be able to... a “C” grade or higher and complete all general education
A. identify, assemble, and disassemble the major components requirements as listed in the catalog

of a personal computer. Certain courses may satisfy both major and general edu-
B. describe the basics of networking and security forensics. cation requirements; however, the units are only counted
C. diagnose and troubleshoot common hardware, software, once

and networking issues. required courses: units
D. identify the basics of virtualization, desktop imaging, and BUS-250 Business Communications................................ 3
deployment. BUSMG-168 Customer Service.............................................. 0.5
E. create basic business documents including letters, memos, BUSMG-174 Business Ethics.................................................. 0.5
and email messages. CIS-116 Microsoft Excel – Comprehensive..................... 2
COMM-120 Public Speaking................................................. 3
COMSC-101 Computer Literacy.............................................. 4
Complete all units from one of the following specializations:
helpdesk and desktop support:
BUS-101 Business English................................................ 3
CNT-104 IT Essentials (A+)................................................ 4
or
project management support
CIS-180 Introduction to Project Management................. 3
CIS-185 Project Management Tools................................ 2
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Business
plus at least 0-9 units from: Certificate of achievement
BUS-295 Occupational Work Experience
Education in BUS............................................ 2-4
Business-transfer
BUS-296 Internship in Occupational Work Experience Students completing the program will be able to..

Education in BUS............................................ 2-4 A. communicate in a professional, concise, clear, and correct
WRKX-180 Internship in Occupational Work Experience manner

Education ....................................................... 2-4
B. explain the functions of business financial operations and
total minimum units for the major 18 apply them to business case problems

C. compare and contrast ethical approaches and social re-
Certificate of achievement sponsibility options in business situations

Advanced general business D. evaluate an existing business and identify the business
organization and key business procedures relevant to a
Students completing the program will be able to... specific problem using appropriate technology

A. determine how a business decision maximizes the benefit
and minimizes the risk for all entities involved. This curriculum prepares the student for entry into business-
related professional programs or jobs that do not require
B. explain the importance of the global environment and the degrees. Certificate requirements provide a strong general
role it plays in the overall success of business organiza- business foundation for employment in business administra-
tions. tion, accounting, management, marketing, finance, interna-
C. explain group dynamics in developing and managing a tional business, or other business-related area. Additionally,
team and work effectively in teams. it completes most, if not all, of the undergraduate business
major requirements for transfer should a student decide to
D. analyze and evaluate business situations in the major transfer prior to completing all the requirements for the DVC
concentration area (i.e., real estate, wealth management, associate in arts degree in business transfer; or decide to
business marketing, advanced general business, manage- complete the lower-division general education requirements
ment and leadership studies, and small business manage- and transfer to a four-year institution at a later time. This
ment/entrepreneurship), identify business problems, and certificate provides a core curriculum for employment in
develop solutions/plans of action. business or for the further study of business

E. apply ethical standards and best practices of social re- To earn a certificate of achievement in business transfer, stu-
sponsibility to business situation. dents must complete each course used to meet a certificate
requirement with a “C” grade or higher. All coursework
This curriculum is designed to expand general business required for the certificate must be completed within seven
knowledge and add depth and breadth in the areas of man- years of the certificate date

agement and supervision, global business, and statistical
required courses: units
arguments and solutions. The program provides develop-
BUSAC-186 Financial Accounting.......................................... 4
ment of general principles and skills applicable to all busi-
BUSAC-187* Managerial Accounting...................................... 4
nesses and industries. ECON-220* Principles of Macroeconomics.......................... 3
To earn the certificate of achievement in advanced general ECON-221* Principles of Microeconomics........................... 3
business, students must complete each course with a “C”
grade or higher. All coursework required for the certificate plus at least 4 units from:
must be completed within seven years of the certificate date. MATH-182* Calculus for Management, Life Science and
Social Science I.................................................. 4
required courses: units MATH-192* Analytic Geometry and Calculus I..................... 5
BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3
BUS-250 Business Communications................................ 3 plus at least 3 units from:
BUS-294 Business Law..................................................... 3 BUS-240* Business Statistics............................................. 3
BUSMG-120 Introduction to Management Studies................ 3 MATH 142* Elementary Statistics with Probability............... 4
plus at least 3 units from:
plus at least 12 units from:
BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3
CIS-116 Microsoft Excel – Comprehensive..................... 2
BUS-294 Business Law..................................................... 3
Any BUS course not listed in the core requirements.............. 3
Any BUSAC course not listed in the core requirements......... 3 total minimum required units 24
Any BUSMG course not listed in the core requirements........ 3 *The above courses have specific prerequisites. See course
Any BUSMK course not listed in the core requirements........ 3 description for details

Any RE course not listed in the core requirements................ 3
total minimum required units 24
DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023 PROGRAM AND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023
any updates to this document can be found in the addendum at www.dvc.edu/communication/catalog
Business
plus at least 4 units from:
Certificate of achievement
BUS-295 Occupational Work Experience
Business marketing Education in BUS............................................ 2-4
Students completing the program will be able to... BUS-296 Internship in Occupational Work
A. demonstrate knowledge of business operations, the busi- Experience Education in BUS......................... 2-4
ness organization, and business procedures. BUSMK-260 Social Media Marketing..................................... 3
BUSMK-261 Digital Marketing Analytics................................ 3
B. determine the demand for products and services offered BUSMK-262 Content Marketing.............................................. 3
by a firm and its competitors and identify potential cus- BUSMK-263 Email Marketing.................................................. 2
tomers. BUSMK-264 Search Marketing............................................... 2
C. develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing BUSMK-298 Independent Study.............................................. 0.5-3
the firm’s profits or share of the market while ensuring total minimum required units 16
the firm’s customers are satisfied

D. participate in product development or monitor trends that Certificate of achievement
indicate the need for new products and services

Digital marketing
E. identify and implement cost-effective distribution chan- Students completing the program will be able to..

nels and promotional mixes

A. demonstrate knowledge of common digital marketing
tactics, tools, and strategies used by business-to-consumer
This curriculum is designed to develop many aspects of (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) companies

strategic marketing, advertising, professional selling, retail
B. design an e-commerce program to build strong customer
merchandising, and emerging trends in social and interac-
relationships and drive sales

tive media. Market analysis is incorporated into the program
to tap into customer data and consumer insights to develop C. devise a content marketing strategy that creates a closer
ways to better connect with target audiences and formulate bond between the customer and the brand

winning business strategies. D. develop an effective search marketing strategy to drive
Students in the business marketing program can acquire organic traffic and paid searches.
a solid foundation in principles of marketing, business E. create an integrated digital marketing campaign designed
statistics, selling and sales management, integrated market- to achieve organizational goals and objectives

ing communications, advertising principles, international F. measure the effectiveness of a digital marketing campaign
business, consumer behavior, marketing research, internet using web analytics software

marketing, and ethics in marketing. Students become profi-
cient in the marketing planning process, from goal setting The curriculum is designed to familiarize students with the
to situation analysis and marketing strategy development to essential digital marketing tools and techniques required
marketing implementation and control. Building marketing to identify, cultivate, and manage customer relationships in
competencies prepares students for a job in a large organiza- today’s fast-paced digital environment. This career pathway
tion, small business, or startup. program takes a detailed look at digital marketing, social
To earn the certificate of achievement in business market- media, web analytics, content strategy, video marketing, search
ing, students must complete each course with a “C” grade or engine optimization, email marketing, and e-business, among
higher. All coursework required for the certificate must be other course topics

completed within five years of the certificate date. The program provides a solid foundation in all phases of digi-
tal marketing to prepare for work as social media managers,
required courses: units
advertising and promotions managers, public relations spe-
BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3
BUSMK-256 Marketing............................................................ 3
cialists, marketing and media communications professionals,
search marketing strategists, sales representatives, advertising
plus at least 6 units from: sales agents, and marketing research analysts and marketing
BUS-240 Business Statistics............................................. 3 specialists. Some career options may require more than two
BUS-250 Business Communications................................ 3 years of college study. Students are advised to consult a coun-
BUSMK-158 Professional Selling............................................ 3 selor

BUSMK-255 Advertising......................................................... 3
To earn the certificate of achievement in digital marketing, stu-
BUSMK-259 Digital Marketing Fundamentals........................ 3
dents must complete each course with a “C” grade or higher

All coursework required for the certificate must be completed
within seven years of the certificate date

DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023 PROGRAM AND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023
any updates to this document can be found in the addendum at www.dvc.edu/communication/catalog
Business
required courses: units This program benefits students preparing to become manag-
BUSMK-259 Digital Marketing Fundamentals........................ 3 ers and supervisors, and it is also valuable for persons already
BUSMK-260 Social Media Marketing .................................... 3 holding these positions

BUSMK-261 Digital Marketing Analytics................................ 3
BUSMK-262 Content Marketing.............................................. 3 The management and leadership studies certificate provides
career opportunities as an administrative analyst, office man-
plus at least 6 units from: ager, small business owner, operations manager, program
ARTDM-149 Fundamentals of Digital Video........................... 3 coordinator, human resources professional, facilities manager,
BUS-210 Introduction to e-Business................................ 3
organizational development specialist, branch manager, or shift
BUSMK-263 Email Marketing.................................................. 2
supervisor

BUSMK-264 Search Marketing............................................... 2
CIS-105 Introduction to Web Design............................... 2 To earn a certificate of achievement in management and lead-
CIS-133 Developing Video Content for the Web............. 2 ership studies, students must complete each course used to
total minimum required units 18 meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher. All
coursework required for the certificate must be completed
within seven years of the certificate date

Certificate of achievement
General business required courses: units
BUS-109 Introduction to Business...................................3
Students completing the program will be able to..

BUS-250 Business Communications...............................3
A. determine how a business decision maximizes the benefit BUS-294 Business Law....................................................3
and minimizes the risk for all entities involved. BUSMG-120 Introduction to Management Studies...............3
B. explain the importance of the global environment and the plus at least 4 units from:
role it plays in the overall success of business organiza- BUS-295 Occupational Work Experience
tions. Education in BUS............................................ 2-4
C. explain group dynamics in developing and managing a BUS-296 Internship in Occupational Work Experience
team and work effectively in teams. Education in BUS............................................ 2-4
BUS-298 Independent Study............................................. 0.5-3
This curriculum is designed to provide core business knowl- BUSMG-121 Practices and Concepts of Supervision............ 3
BUSMG-131 Managing Diversity in the Workplace................ 3
edge for obtaining entry-level employment in jobs requiring
BUSMG-132 Human Resource Management......................... 3
some general business skills. Course content emphasizes a BUSMG-226 Group Behavior and Leadership....................... 3
survey of various business disciplines including marketing,
total minimum required units 16
finance and investments, small business/entrepreneurship,
and real estate. Additionally, the curriculum develops skills Course substitutions for program requirements require department
in business communications, provides a background in gen- chairperson approval. Substitutions are limited to 6 units outside the
management department

eral business law, and introduces management studies

To earn the certificate of achievement in general business,
students must complete each course with a “C” grade or
Certificate of achievement
higher. All coursework required for the certificate must be Office professional
completed within seven years of the certificate date. business information worker
Students completing the program will be able to..

required courses: units
BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3 A. apply oral and written communication best practices

BUS-250 Business Communications................................ 3 B. evaluate business situations using mathematics and soft-
BUS -294 Business Law..................................................... 3 ware

BUSMG-120 Introduction to Management Studies................ 3
C. demonstrate competency in interpersonal and intrapersonal
total minimum required units 12
skills

D. compile and organize business data using business software

Certificate of achievement
Management and leadership studies This certificate program prepares students for entry-level posi-
Students completing the program will be able to... tions in small and large business offices requiring support staff
such as receptionists, administrative assistants, and general
A. integrate basic management theories into supervisory and
clerical assistance

management functions

B. investigate current management practices and problems Changes occur rapidly in the office information and technol-
related to human behavior in organizations. ogy environment; therefore, students should meet with an
office professional certificate advisor in the business division to
C. differentiate threshold issues involved in the legal, ethi- determine elective coursework that will assist them in reaching
cal, and social responsibilities of management. their personal and professional goals

D. summarize measures that can be taken by individuals
and organizations to correct organizational problems

DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023 PROGRAM AND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023
any updates to this document can be found in the addendum at www.dvc.edu/communication/catalog
Business
To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete Program learning outcomes for the technical workplace
each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a skills: Project management support
“C” grade or higher. A. utilize project management concepts, terminology, and
All coursework required for the certificate must be complet- processes

ed within seven years of the certificate date. B. use project management software to manage multifaceted
projects

required courses: units
C. define a project plan and develop diagrams and charts to
BUS-101 Business English................................................ 3 illustrate enterprise structure, workflow, and scheduling

BUS-103 Applied Business Mathematics......................... 3
BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3 D. demonstrate basic graphical user interface operations in a
BUS-250 Business Communication.................................. 3
computer environment

E. produce spreadsheets, documents, and presentations by
plus at least 3 units from: using basic to advanced software operations

BUS-295 Occupational Work Experience
Education in BUS............................................ 2-4 The professional and technical workplace skills certificate
BUS-296 Internship in Occupational Work Experience of achievement program is designed in consultation with
Education in BUS............................................ 2-4 industry wide professionals to address changing workforce
BUSMG-168 Customer Service.............................................. 0.5 needs. Students complete a set of interdisciplinary core
BUSMG-174 Business Ethics.................................................. 0.5 courses that deliver communication and fundamental work-
place competencies and select a specialization in one of the
plus at least 8 units from: following areas: help desk and desktop support or project
CIS-115 Microsoft Word – Comprehensive..................... 2 management support. In addition, students have the option
CIS-116 Microsoft Excel – Comprehensive..................... 2 to participate in work experience opportunities that rein-
CIS-118 Microsoft PowerPoint – Comprehensive........... 2 force classroom learning. This certificate will provide robust
CIS-119 Microsoft Outlook – Comprehensive................. 2 preparation for a student interested in a career in technology
COMSC-101 Computer Literacy............................................. 4 in either of these job categories

total minimum required units 23 To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete
each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a
Certificate of achievement “C” grade or higher

Professional and technical workplace skills Eligible DVC students have the option to complete this pro-
gram in an accelerated format through the DVC Year Up pro-
Program learning outcomes for the professional workplace
gram. See the college website for details

skills:
A. communicate clearly in writing. required courses: units
BUS-250 Business Communications................................ 3
B. communicate clearly in meetings and oral presentations. BUSMG-168 Customer Service.............................................. 0.5
C. perform essential functions in Microsoft Excel. BUSMG-174 Business Ethics.................................................. 0.5
D. navigate Microsoft Office suite applications proficiently . CIS-116 Microsoft Excel – Comprehensive..................... 2
(Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) COMM-120 Public Speaking................................................. 3
E. demonstrate professionalism in daily interactions. COMSC-101 Computer Literacy.............................................. 4
F. deliver and receive feedback in a professional manner

G. work collaboratively with colleagues and clients. complete all units from one of the following specializations:
helpdesk and desktop support:
Program learning outcomes for the technical workplace BUS-101 Business English................................................ 3
skills: Helpdesk and desktop support CNT-104 IT Essentials (A+)................................................ 4
or
A. identify, assemble, and disassemble the major components project management support:
of a personal computer

CIS-180 Introduction to Project Management................. 3
B. describe the basics of networking and security forensics. CIS-185 Project Management Tools................................ 2
C. diagnose and troubleshoot common hardware, software,
and networking issues. plus at least 0-9 units from:
D. identify the basics of virtualization, desktop imaging, and BUS-295 Occupational Work Experience
deployment. Education in BUS............................................ 2-4
BUS-296 Internship in Occupational Work Experience
E. create basic business documents including letters, memos,
Education in BUS............................................ 2-4
and email messages

WRKX-180 Internship in Occupational Work Experience
Education ....................................................... 2-4
total minimum required units 18
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DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE CATALOG 2022-2023
any updates to this document can be found in the addendum at www.dvc.edu/communication/catalog
Business
Certificate of achievement This program is designed to prepare students for planning,
organizing, and operating a business in wholesaling, retailing,
Real estate and technology or service trade. The main thrust of the pro-
Students completing the program will be able to... gram is on managerial decision making under conditions of
A. explain the functions of real estate markets, real estate uncertainty and fierce competition. Courses involve studying
practices, and real estate institutions, and recommend case histories of decision-making issues and using business
choices for common real estate situations. and management games to simulate the complicated interrela-
B. demonstrate how to calculate the time value of money tionships of various businesses

and evaluate various financing alternatives for real estate The small business management/entrepreneurship certificate
investment strategies. provides a foundation of business competencies and man-
C. evaluate real estate development opportunities in the agement strategies that will enable students to succeed as
commercial real estate markets for residential, ware- an entrepreneur, small business owner, partner, manager, or
house, retail, and industrial properties. inventor

D. research and analyze specific case problems related to real To earn a certificate of achievement in small business manage-
estate investment and present solutions. ment/entrepreneurship, students must complete each course
with a “C” grade or higher. All coursework required for the
To earn a certificate of achievement in real estate, students certificate must be completed within seven years of the certifi-
must complete each course used to meet a certificate require- cate date

ment with a “C” grade or higher. All required courses are
available in the evening. All coursework required for the required course: units
certificate must be completed within seven years of the cer- BUSMG-120 Introduction to Management Studies................ 3
tificate date

plus at least 3 units from:
required courses: units BUSMG-191 Small Business Management............................ 3
RE-160 Real Estate Principles........................................ 3 BUSMG-192 Entrepreneurship and Venture Management.... 3
RE-161 Real Estate Law.................................................. 3
RE-162 Real Estate Appraisal......................................... 3 plus at least 3 units from:
RE-163 Real Estate Practice........................................... 3 BUSAC-181 Applied Accounting............................................ 3
RE-164 Real Estate Finance........................................... 3 BUSAC-185 QuickBooks Accounting for Business I..............1.5
RE-165 Real Estate Economics...................................... 3 BUSAC-186 Financial Accounting.......................................... 4
BUSAC-188 QuickBooks Accounting for Business II.............1.5
plus at least 6 units from:
BUS-294 Business Law..................................................... 3 plus at least 3 units from:
BUSAC-186 Financial Accounting.......................................... 4 BUSMK-256 Marketing............................................................ 3
RE-166 Real Estate Escrow Procedures........................ 3 BUSMK-259 Digital Marketing Fundamentals........................ 3
RE-167 Real Estate Property Management................... 3 BUSMK-260 Social Media Marketing..................................... 3
total minimum required units 24
plus at least 4 units from:
BUS-104 Exploring Careers in Business Administration...1.5
Certificate of achievement BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3
Small business management/ BUS-209 International Business........................................ 3
entrepreneurship BUS-210 Introduction to e-Business................................ 3
BUS-250 Business Communications................................ 3
Students completing the program will be able to... BUS-294 Business Law..................................................... 3
A. describe the nature and characteristics of successful small BUS-295 Occupational Work Experience
business persons. Education in BUS............................................ 2-4
BUS-296 Internship in Occupational Work Experience
B. summarize the responsibilities of small business own-
Education in BUS............................................ 2-4
ers in selecting, motivating, training, and supervising BUS-298 Independent Study ............................................ 0.5-3
employees. BUSAC-187 Managerial Accounting...................................... 4
C. define and give concrete examples of the “Competitive total minimum required units 16
Advantage” concept that a small business must achieve in
order to succeed

D. construct a business plan and essential financial docu-
ments for a small business

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required courses: units
Certificate of accomplishment
BUS-109 Introduction to Business...................................3
Cannabis entrepreneurship BUSMG-120 Introduction to Management Studies...............3
Students completing the program will be able to..

plus at least 3 units from:
A. identify and evaluate different sectors of the cannabis BUSMG-121 Practices and Concepts of Supervision............ 3
industry for a potential business including grow opera- BUSMG-131 Managing Diversity in the Workplace................ 3
tions, manufacturing, dispensaries, and delivery opera- BUSMG-132 Human Resource Management......................... 3
tions. BUSMG-226 Group Behavior and Leadership........................ 3
B. describe the requirements for starting a business in the total minimum required units 9
cannabis industry including industry specific regulations Course substitutions for program requirements require department
and laws. chairperson approval. Substitutions are limited to 3 units outside
C. construct a business plan and essential financial docu- the management department

ments for a cannabis related business

D. describe basic accounting and marketing knowledge to Certificate of accomplishment
support a business. Real estate salesperson
This certificate will allow students to develop the business Students completing the program will be able to..

skills needed to start and run their own businesses in the A. define and explain concepts and terminology relevant to
legal cannabis industry. To earn the certificate of accom- real estate and real estate transactions

plishment, students must complete each course used to meet B. compare and contrast the broker-agent and agent-client
a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher. relationships; legal and fiduciary obligations

required courses: units C. structure real estate transactions that result in optimum
BUSEN-193 Cannabis Industry Entrepreneurship................. 3 property rights for buyers and sellers

plus at least 6 units from:
BUSAC-185 QuickBooks Accounting for Business I..............1.5 The courses listed in the real estate salesperson certificate of
BUSAC-188 QuickBooks Accounting for Business II.............1.5 accomplishment will qualify and prepare a student to take
BUSMK-259 Digital Marketing Fundamentals........................ 3 the written examination for a real estate salesperson license

BUSMK-260 Social Media Marketing..................................... 3 Upon successfully passing the examination and other
California Bureau of Real Estate (CalBRE) requirements,
total minimum required units 9 a license will be approved by the CalBRE. This license is
required to conduct real estate activities while under the
Certificate of accomplishment supervision of a licensed broker. For additional information
regarding the Real Estate Salesperson license, refer to http://
Management and leadership studies www.dre.ca.gov

Students completing the program will be able to..

A. integrate basic management theories into supervisory and To earn a certificate of accomplishment, students must
management functions. complete each of the required courses with a “C” grade or
B. investigate current management practices and problems higher. Certificate requirements may be completed by a
related to human behavior in organizations. combination of day and evening classes

C. differentiate threshold issues in the legal, ethical, and required courses: units
social responsibilities of management. RE-160 Real Estate Principles........................................ 3
RE-163 Real Estate Practice........................................... 3
D. Summarize measures that can be taken by individuals
and organizations to correct organizational problems

plus at least 3 units from:
RE-161 Real Estate Law................................................................3
This program benefits students preparing to become man- RE-162 Real Estate Appraisal.......................................................3
agers and supervisors and it is also valuable for persons RE-164 Real Estate Finance..........................................................3
already holding these positions. RE-165 Real Estate Economics....................................................3
The management and leadership students certificate of RE-166 Real Estate Escrow Procedures.....................................3
accomplishment provides career opportunities as an admin- RE-167 Real Estate Property Management...............................3
istrative analyst, office manager, small business owner, total minimum required units 9
operations manager, program coordinator, human resources
professional, facilities manager, organizational development
specialist, branch manager, or shift supervisor

To earn a certificate of accomplishment in management and
leadership studies, students must complete each course used
to meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher

All coursework required for the certificate must be complet-
ed within seven years of the certificate date

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Certificate of accomplishment BUS-101 Business English
Small business management/ 3 units SC
entrepreneurship • 54 hours lecture per term
• Advisory: College-level reading and writing are expected

Students completing the program will be able to... This course presents the study of the English language from a
A. describe the nature and characteristics of successful entre- business perspective. Grammar, punctuation, spelling, busi-
preneurs. ness vocabulary, sentence structure, and the structure and the
B. summarize the responsibilities of entrepreneurs/small creation of a variety of business documents will be examined

business owners in selecting, motivating, training, and The processes and ethics of writing clearly and correctly in
supervising employees. different business contexts will also be covered. CSU
C. construct a business plan and essential financial docu-
ments for a small business or entrepreneurial venture

BUS-103 Applied Business Mathematics
3 units SC
This program is designed to prepare students for • 54 hours lecture/18 hours laboratory per term
planning, organizing, and operating a small business or • Advisory: College-level reading and writing are expected

entrepreneurship venture. Courses involve those that will This course is an examination of key concepts and applica-
provide students with basic knowledge and skills in various tions of mathematics to solve business problems. Topics
business functional areas such as business management, include calculating percentages and commissions, trade and
marketing, accounting, and finance, as well as those needed cash discounts, markups and markdowns, banking, payroll,
in business planning. taxes, insurance, simple and compound interest, inventory and
turnover, depreciation, analysis of financial statements, inter-
The small business management/entrepreneurship certificate
of accomplishment provides the basic foundation of business national business mathematics applications, stocks and bonds,
competencies and management strategies that will enable and annuities. CSU
students to succeed as an entrepreneur, small business
owner, partner, manager, or inventor

BUS-104 Exploring Careers in Business
To earn a certificate of accomplishment in small business Administration
management/entrepreneurship, students must complete each 1.5 units SC
course with a “C” grade or higher. All coursework required • 18 hours lecture/22 hours laboratory per term
for the certificate must be completed within seven years of This course provides an overview of specializations within
the certificate date. business administration including management, accounting,
and marketing. Students explore these specializations through
required courses: units lectures and guest speakers from the business community

at least 3 units from: Students develop a business plan using current business prac-
BUSMG-191 Small Business Management............................ 3 tices such as teamwork, problem solving, and communication

BUSMG-192 Entrepreneurship and Venture Management.... 3
This course is designed for students preparing to enter college
and provides a substantive perspective of business administra-
plus at least 1.5 units from:
tion as an academic major. CSU
BUSAC-181 Applied Accounting............................................ 3
BUSAC-185 QuickBooks Accounting for Business I .............1.5
BUSAC-186 Financial Accounting ......................................... 4
BUS-109 Introduction to Business
3 units SC
plus at least 4.5 unit from:
• 54 hours lecture per term
BUS-104 Exploring Careers in Business Education..........1.5
• Advisory: College-level reading and writing are expected

BUS-109 Introduction to Business.................................... 3
BUS-209 International Business........................................ 3 This survey course provides an introduction to the study of
BUS-210 Introduction to e-Business................................ 3 the modern business enterprise. Students will examine the
BUS-295 Occupational Work Experience role of business in a market economy, survey current busi-
Education in BUS............................................ 2-4 ness trends; evaluate the global, financial, social, cultural, and
BUS-296 Internship in Occupational Work Experience political environment in which businesses exist and operate;
Education in BUS............................................ 2-4 and discuss the importance of business ethics in every aspect
BUS-298 Independent Study............................................... of the business environment. The course will describe the evo-
0.5-3 lution, formation, and management of businesses, and provide
BUSAC-188 QuickBooks Accounting for Business II.............1.5 a basic overview of the functional areas of business. Legal,
BUSMG-120 Introduction to Management Studies................ 3 accounting, financial, and regulatory practices of the business
BUSMK-256 Marketing............................................................ 3 enterprise will also be covered. C-ID BUS 110, CSU, UC
BUSMK-259 Digital Marketing Fundamentals........................ 3
BUSMK-260 Social Media Marketing..................................... 3
total minimum required units 9
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BUS-145 Business Spreadsheet Applications BUS-209 International Business
2 units SC 3 units SC
• 27 hours lecture/27 hours laboratory per term • 54 hours lecture per term
• Advisory: College-level reading and writing are expect- • Advisory: BUS-109 and College-level reading and writ-
ed. ing are expected

• Note: Students may petition to repeat this course when This course presents an overview of the theories and prac-
software or hardware is changed. Only the first course tices of modern international business. The key functional
completed will be applied toward a degree or certificate areas related to global business, including international
requirement. Units for both courses will apply towards marketing, finance and management, as well as the politi-
the 60 units required for the degree. The laboratory (lab)
cal, social, economic and cultural factors that help shape and
hours for this course may be offered as face to face
lab or online lab. See schedule of classes for specific influence today’s international business environment will
requirements. be examined. The course culminates with students develop-
A business applications course, which uses a foundation of ing a market entry strategy for a local business to a foreign
basic spreadsheet skills to emphasize the solving of business market. CSU
problems using a commercial spreadsheet program such as
Excel. Business oriented cases and problems will be used to
present and reinforce procedures for planning, designing, BUS-210 Introduction to e-Business
creating, and preparing worksheets. Preparation of business 3 units SC
• 54 hours lecture per term
reports, incorporating graphs and database features, and
• Advisory: College-level reading and writing are expect-
time saving techniques will also be presented. Development ed

of business problem-solving skills is emphasized. This course provides an introduction to the modern world
Recommended for employment preparation and upgrading of e-business and e-commerce. Topics include e-business
of business skills. CSU models and strategy, e-commerce platforms, multi-channel
marketing and advertising, electronic payments and digital
currency, security risks as well as important ethical and
BUS-150 Topics in Business legal issues in e-business and e-commerce. E-business and
.3-4 units SC
e-commerce trends will also be discussed, including peer-
• Variable hours
to-peer commerce and on-demand service models, business-
A supplemental course in business to provide a study of cur-
to-business models, e-marketplaces, global e-business infra-
rent concepts and problems in business and related subdivi-
structure and supply chain management, as well as the roles
sions. Specific topics will be announced in the schedule of
of social networks and mobile platforms. CSU
classes. CSU
BUS-240 Business Statistics
BUS-161 Personal Financial Management
3 units SC
3 units SC
• IGETC: 2A; CSU GE: B4; DVC GE: IB, IC
• 54 hours lecture per term
• 54 hours lecture/18 hours laboratory per term
• Advisory: BUS-103 and College-level reading and writ-
• Prerequisite: Placement into BUS-240 or MATH-119 or
ing are expected

MATH-119SP or intermediate algebra or equivalent

This course introduces planning and managing individual
This course is an introduction to concepts, tools, methods
finances. Topics include budgets and financial statements;
and models employed in quantitative reasoning using the
managing income, taxes, checking, savings, investments, tax
statistical method. Students are introduced to organizational,
deferred, and retirement accounts; building and maintaining
analytical and inference-making processes, using sample
good credit reputation and scores; sources of financing or
data to visually and numerically describe samples and make
credit for major purchases, such as autos, homes, and other
decisions applying inferential thinking deduction and induc-
property; decision factors to consider when buying property,
tion. The course details how to estimate confidence intervals,
health, or life insurance; investing in real estate and securi-
test hypotheses and develop estimates and projections for
ties; and college, retirement, and estate planning. CSU
inferential purposes in a variety of contexts and disciplines
such as business, social science, biology, economics, and
health science. Many different probability distributions are
covered. Performing Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), estimat-
ing simple linear regressions, and making inference from
such analysis is a major theme of this course. The use of
spreadsheet-based statistical software to perform compu-
tational statistics using large-data sets is an important part
of laboratory work. C-ID MATH 110, CSU, UC (credit limits
may apply to UC - see counselor)
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BUS-250 Business Communications BUS-296 Internship in Occupational Work
3 units SC Experience Education in BUS
• DVC GE: IB 2-4 units SC
• 54 hours lecture per term • May be repeated eight times
• Advisory: BUS-101 and College-level reading and writing • Variable hours
are expected. • Note: In order to enroll in the BUS-296 course, stu-
• Note: Credit by examination option available. dents must be interning or volunteering, register for
This course presents the principles of effective and ethical the course, complete an online Employment Form, and
communication in the creation of letters, memos, and emails. participate in an orientation. Incomplete grades are not
Written and oral reports for a variety of business situations awarded for this course

are also covered. The course also explores planning, organiz- BUS-296 is a supervised internship in a skilled or profes-
ing, composing, and revising business documents, as well sional level assignment in the student’s major field of study
as the use of presentation software to create and deliver or area of career interest. Under the supervision of a college
professional-level reports. CSU instructor, students will engage in on-the-job and other
learning experiences that contribute to their employability
skills and occupational or educational goals. Internships
BUS-261 Investments may be paid, non-paid, or some partial compensation pro-
3 units SC vided. Each unit represents five hours of paid work or four
• 54 hours lecture per term hours of unpaid work per week or 75 hours of paid work or
• Advisory: BUS-109 or equivalent 60 hours of unpaid work per term. Students may earn up
This course provides an overview of financial markets and to a total of 16 units in any combination of WRKX courses

financial assets such as stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Repetition allowed per Title 5, Section 55253. CSU
The evaluation of different financial assets and selection of
investment opportunities are discussed. The importance of
research and analytical skills for better investment decision BUS-298 Independent Study
making is emphasized. CSU .5-3 units SC
• Variable hours
• Note: Submission of acceptable educational contract to
BUS-294 Business Law department and Instruction Office is required

3 units SC This course is designed for advanced students who wish
• 54 hours lecture per term to conduct additional research, a special project, or learn-
• Advisory: BUS-109 and College-level reading and writ- ing activities in a specific discipline/subject area and is not
ing are expected. intended to replace an existing course. The student and
This course presents a general overview of the specific areas instructor develop a written contract that includes objec-
of the legal environment that affect individuals and busi- tives to be achieved, activities and procedures to accomplish
nesses with an emphasis on contracts, including the Uniform the study project, and the means by which the supervising
Commercial Code, Article 2. Legal history, civil procedure, instructor may assess accomplishment. CSU
constitutional law, torts, intellectual property, cyber law,
criminal law, international law, labor and employment law,
and agency will also be covered. C-ID BUS 125, CSU, UC BUS-299 Student Instructional Assistant
.5-3 units SC
• Variable hours
BUS-295 Occupational Work Experience • Note: Applications must be approved through the
Education in BUS Instruction Office. Students must be supervised by a
2-4 units SC DVC instructor

• May be repeated eight times Students work as instructional assistants, lab assistants and
• Variable hours research assistants in this department. The instructional
• Note: In order to enroll in BUS-295, students must be assistants function as group discussion leaders, meet and
employed, register for the course, complete an online assist students with problems and projects, or help instruc-
Employment Form, and participate in an orientation. tors by setting up laboratory or demonstration apparatus

Incomplete grades are not awarded for this course

Students may not assist in course sections in which they are
BUS-295 is supervised employment that extends classroom
currently enrolled. CSU
learning to the job site and relates to the student’s chosen
field of study or area of career interest. Under the supervi-
sion of a college instructor, students will engage in on-the-
job and other learning experiences that contribute to their
employability skills and occupational or educational goals

Each unit represents five hours of work per week or 75 hours
work per term. Students may earn up to a total of 16 in any
combination of WRKX courses. Repetition allowed per Title
5, Section 55253. CSU
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