Applied Business and Accounting
Department Overview
The applied business and accounting program at the UAF Community & Technical College offers certificates and degrees in business and accounting designed to provide students with a well-rounded business education covering a wide range of related subjects. The program provides students the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in business and accounting, entrepreneurship, supervision, human resources, business law, marketing, and public relations.
Programs can be completed entirely online. Full-time faculty and adjunct instructors from the local business community teach classes that bring real-world business insights and experience to the classroom.
Learn more about the Applied Business & Accounting program, including an overview of the program, career opportunities, and more.
A.A.S., Applied Accounting
The 60-credit Applied Accounting A.A.S. program is a natural progression for students who have completed the Bookkeeping and Finance Occupational Endorsement and/or the Applied Accounting Certificate. All courses for this program can be completed online. This program prepares students for entry- and mid-level accounting positions in payables and/or receivables, bookkeeping and payroll accounting. This program also covers financial decision-making tools for the small-business operator.
Students entering the A.A.S. program are expected to have basic computer skills equivalent to CIOS F150.
Minimum Requirements for Applied Accounting Associate Degree: 60 credits
Learn more about the associate degree in applied accounting, including an overview of the program, career opportunities and more.
A.A.S., Applied Business
The Applied Business Associate of Applied Science degree is a comprehensive two-year program tailored to offer students a solid foundation in core business principles while allowing for specialized concentrations in various areas. Graduates of the Applied Business Certificate program can seamlessly apply their earned credits towards the Applied Business A.A.S., while Occupational Endorsement students discover clear pathways to fulfilling the A.A.S. concentration requirements. This program equips students with a diverse skill set encompassing entrepreneurship, supervision, human resources, marketing and general business topics. This program provides students with a solid business education while also offering flexibility for career advancement in their chosen specialization areas completely online.
Occupational Endorsement, Bookkeeping and Finance
The Bookkeeping and Finance Occupational Endorsement is a focused program that can be completed completely online in as little as one semester. It provides students with education and training to qualify for bookkeeping positions in both small and large businesses, and teller positions in banks, credit unions and other financial institutions. This occupational endorsement fulfills requirements in the Applied Accounting Certificate and is a pathway to the Applied Accounting A.A.S. degree.
Students entering the occupational endorsement program are expected to have basic computer skills equivalent to CIOS F150.
Minimum Requirements for Bookkeeping and Finance Occupational Endorsement: 16 credits
Occupational Endorsement, Entrepreneurship & Innovation
The Entrepreneurship & Innovation Occupational Endorsement program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills and entrepreneurial mindset essential for success in the contemporary business landscape.
The curriculum is structured to provide students with a solid foundation in key areas of business. Participants will engage in a systematic exploration of business planning, entrepreneurial essentials and the art of effectively presenting business proposals to potential investors.
This specialized program consists of 16 credit hours of coursework and can be completed within a single semester. Notably, the skills and competencies acquired in this program can also be seamlessly applied towards a concentration in Entrepreneurship within the Applied Business A.A.S. program, affording students a pathway to further academic and career advancement.
Minimum Requirements for Entrepreneurship & Innovation Occupational Endorsement: 16 credits
Occupational Endorsement, Executive Assistant
The Executive Assistant Occupational Endorsement program introduces a curriculum tailored to prepare students for the multifaceted world of executive support across various industries. This 16-credit O.E.C. is strategically designed to cultivate specialized skills, making it an ideal choice for individuals aspiring to excel in roles requiring comprehensive administrative competence, including executive assistance, project coordination and effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
Throughout this program, students will explore fundamental principles of executive and administrative support. They will gain proficiency in utilizing digital tools and technologies essential for efficient executive assistance, fostering strong executive-collaborator relationships and excelling in organizational and time management.
An additional benefit of this O.E.C. is its flexibility, enabling students to complete it in as little as one semester. Moreover, the credits earned can be seamlessly applied to the human relations track for the applied business associate and minor programs, offering students a well-defined path for continued academic and career advancement within the field of executive support.
Minimum Requirements for Executive Assistant Occupational Endorsement: 16 credits
Occupational Endorsement, Financial Services Representative
The financial services representative program provides education and training to qualify students for customer service and teller positions in banks, credit unions and other financial institutions. This 15-credit occupational endorsement may be earned in one semester and represents half the credits required for the applied business management certificate in finance. Upon completion of the coursework, students may enroll in BA F253 for an optional additional 1-3 credits and get practical work experience in a financial institution.
This program is open to students who can document a high school diploma or GED. To be hired in any financial institution, graduates must be able to pass credit and criminal background checks. Applicants must be 16 years old to be admitted.
Minimum Requirements for Financial Services Representative Occupational Endorsement: 15 credits
Occupational Endorsement, Strategic Leadership
The Strategic Leadership Occupational Endorsement is a 16-credit program tailored for both emerging and seasoned professionals, this program bridges academic theory with practical applications in leadership.
The core of the program focuses on the dynamics of human relations, where students will gain insights into the art of fostering positive interactions in both personal and professional realms. This program encompasses the essentials of effective supervision and management, learning about strategic planning, organizational structuring and the nuances of decision-making.
Communication is a cornerstone of this program. Students will learn to articulate ideas effectively in today's diverse, interconnected professional world, mastering both verbal and non-verbal aspects of communication crucial for leaders.
The endorsement also covers key aspects of human resource management, providing a deeper understanding of how it shapes company culture and employee development. Students will explore he strategic elements of public relations and business communication, learning about image management, stakeholder engagement, and corporate storytelling.
This program is an ideal pathway for those aspiring to understand and master the multifaceted aspects of leadership, whether they're beginning their career journey or seeking to elevate their professional standing. The requirements students meet while completing this endorsement will also fulfill requirements of the leadership concentration in the applied business associates program.
Minimum Requirements for Strategic Leadership Occupational Endorsement: 16 credits
Certificate, Applied Accounting
The Applied Accounting Certificate program prepares students for entry-level accounting positions in payables and/or receivables, bookkeeping and payroll accounting. This program covers financial decision-making tools for small-business operators.
This certificate is offered fully online. This is an ideal pathway for students who have completed the Bookkeeping and Finance Occupational Endorsement. Students who earn the Applied Accounting Certificate have completed 30 credits of the 60-credit Applied Accounting A.A.S. degree.
Students entering the certificate program are expected to have basic computer skills equivalent to CIOS F150.
Minimum Requirements for Applied Accounting Certificate: 30 credits
Certificate, Applied Business
The Applied Business Certificate program offers a comprehensive one-year curriculum that equips students with core business principles, positioning them for entry-level roles in various sectors. Delivered entirely online, this program provides students with a robust foundation in key areas such as accounting principles, finance, customer service, communications, applied mathematics and human relations. Notably, the Applied Business Certificate serves as a vital pathway for students who aspire to further advance their education and expertise. By seamlessly transitioning into the A.A.S. degree in applied business, students can specialize in the concentration area of their choice, allowing them to tailor their learning journey and unlock new opportunities for career growth and specialization.
Minimum Requirements for Applied Business Certificate: 30 credits
Learn more about the associate degree in applied accounting, including an overview of the program, career opportunities and more.
Minor, Applied Accounting
The minor in Applied Accounting is designed to provide students the opportunity to acquire foundation-level knowledge and skills in payables and/or receivables, bookkeeping and payroll accounting. This minor provides students with education and training to qualify for bookkeeping positions in both small and large businesses or their own entrepreneurial venture. Courses include accounting principles, payroll accounting and accounting software systems.
This minor is a great choice for Bachelor of Arts degree-seeking students who need to satisfy their minor requirement or Associate of Arts students who want to explore accounting as an area of interest.
Minimum Requirements for Applied Accounting Minor: 18 credits
Minor, Applied Business
The Applied Business Minor program is an ideal choice for students who have previously completed an Applied Business and Accounting Occupational Endorsement, as they can apply between 9 to 15 credits from their prior coursework towards this minor. This minor includes five specialized 12-credit tracks that offer a wide array of options to cater to diverse student interests, career objectives and educational aspirations.
Offering tracks specializing in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, General Business, Human Resources, Leadership and Marketing, we are committed to delivering a comprehensive business education that suits individual needs and future career goals. These requirements can be completed entirely online to accommodate students' unique circumstances and preferences.
Minimum Requirements for Applied Business Minor: 18 credits
Minor, Recreation and Guiding Management
The minor in Recreation and Guiding Management provides students with the opportunity to acquire foundation-level knowledge in tourism, customer service, wilderness leadership education and emergency response.
Minimum Requirements for General Business and Recreation and Guiding Management Minors: 18 credits
Programs
Degrees
Occupational Endorsements
- O.E.C., Bookkeeping and Finance
- O.E.C., Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- O.E.C., Executive Assistant
- O.E.C., Financial Services Representative
- O.E.C., Strategic Leadership
Certificates
Minors
Courses
Applied Business (ABUS)
ABUS F051 Bookkeeping For Business
3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course covers basic concepts of practical accounting procedures for entrepreneurs and small business sole proprietors, as well as recording and reporting financial data for service and merchandising businesses.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F070 Job Readiness Skills
1 Credit
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course encompasses pre-employment and human relations skills necessary for job success, including identifying career opportunities; resume preparation, job applications, cover and follow-up letters; and human relations skills. The student prepares and interviews for jobs matching skills identified through self-assessment practices.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F101 Accounting I
3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
This course covers fundamental accounting principles and procedures applicable to both service businesses and sole proprietorships engaged in merchandising. It takes a preparer's perspective, highlighting the application of debits and credits to accurately record and account for the intricacies of business transactions.
Recommended: ABUS F155.
Special Notes: Available summer as demand warrants.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F102A Keyboard Mastery I
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course is an introduction to alphabetic keyboard touch typing, skill building and document formatting. Skills mastered can be applied to any equipment with a keyboard.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F102B Keyboard Mastery II
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course provides continued instruction in alphabetic keyboard touch typing, skill building and document formatting. Skills mastered can be applied to any equipment with a keyboard.
Recommended: ABUS F102A.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F102C Keyboard Mastery III
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course teaches mastery of alphabetic keyboard touch typing, skill building and document formatting. Skills mastered can be applied to any equipment with a keyboard.
Recommended: ABUS F102A; ABUS F102B.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F116 10-Key Calculators
1 Credit
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course covers mastery of the 10-key touch method to solve business problems on a calculator. Emphasis is placed on developing occupational proficiency in the use of calculating machines for initial job placement.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F134 Document Organization
1 Credit
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course teaches organizational skills for documents and files, covering alphabetic, subject, numeric and geographic organization methods with a focus on ARMA filing principles.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 3 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F141 Payroll Accounting
1-3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
This course explores payroll recordkeeping and relevant legislation. Covering techniques for collecting and computing payroll data, including earnings, deductions and net wages, it addresses tax report form completion at the city, state and federal levels. Designed for individuals employed in payroll or human resources.
Recommended: ABUS F101; ABUS F155.
Special Notes: Available summer as demand warrants.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F151 Village-based Entrepreneurship
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course focuses on the technical requirements and essential applications for entrepreneurial practices in rural communities, such as Alaskan villages. It covers the advantages and disadvantages of operating a small business in a rural community.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F154 Human Relations
3 Credits
Offered Fall, Spring and Summer
Attitudes, self-concepts, personal communication styles, motivation, interactions, positive reinforcements, team building and leadership development.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F155 Business Math
1-3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
This course is a practical application of basic math concepts and computation skills. In this course, students use math to solve real-world problems to solidify their understanding of key mathematical topics for personal, professional and business applications. Satisfies computation requirement at certificate and associate levels.
Special Notes: Available summer as demand warrants.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F158 Tourism Logistics
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course covers fundamentals and logistics in tourism, hospitality and seasonal small business practices. Introduces a broad range of topics, including the history and impacts of tourism, marketing, planning, customer service and career and business development, with a focus on Alaska and British Columbia, Canada.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 1 time for up to 3 credits
ABUS F160 Banking Principles
3 Credits
Offered Spring
This course covers terminology and documentation within the banking industry, covering check processing, teller responsibilities, deposit procedures, credit and payment operations, lending practices, investment strategies, trust services and the roles of regulatory agencies, including the Federal Reserve System, within the contemporary economy.
Recommended: ABUS F155.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F161 Personal Finance
3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
This course focuses on the art of effectively managing personal and family finances. Topics covered include financial planning, budgeting, understanding the time value of money, consumer decision-making, managing personal credit, savings and investments, homeownership and mortgages, insurance, estate planning, retirement strategies, consumer protection and relevant legal aspects.
Special Notes: Available summer as demand warrants.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F170 Business English
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course is a comprehensive review of grammar, punctuation, capitalization and spelling, with an emphasis on communication in professional settings. Satisfies the communication requirement at the certificate level.
Recommended: Placement into WRTG F090 or higher.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F175 Customer Service
3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
This course underscores the essential role of customer service across professional, hospitality and business careers. It provides the groundwork for skillfully engaging with customers, offering insights into contemporary and historical trends, and fostering the essential abilities required to attain excellence in customer service.
Recommended: ABUS F154.
Special Notes: Available summer as demand warrants.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F178 Personal & Professional Development
3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course presents professionalism and personal effectiveness as integral to success in business, professional and entrepreneurial environments. Emphasizes conscious competency and ongoing self and professional development not only as a speaker and presenter but also as a leader in the workplace and community.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F179 Supervision Fundamentals
3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
This course covers fundamental principles of effective supervision, encompassing key concepts such as planning, organization, staffing, proficient communication, successful delegation, morale management, productivity enhancement, decision-making, constructive disciplinary actions and the development of performance goals.
Recommended: ABUS F154.
Special Notes: Available summer as demand warrants.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F182 Administrative Procedures
3 Credits
Offered Spring
This course covers general administrative duties for professional settings including document management, professional communications, customer service and client support, financial and expense management and human resource support.
Recommended: ABUS F170.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F183 Career Exploration
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course is a student's practical guide to exploring meaningful employment opportunities and building their personalized employment portfolio. Materials used allow students to learn more about themselves, engage in personal assessment, and understand how this information relates to different careers.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F188 Personal Tax Preparation
1 Credit
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course explores the calculation of taxable income, deductions, tax credits, exemptions and computation methods. It includes practical guidance on using computers, various record-keeping techniques, navigating tax forms and staying current with recent tax legislation.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F189 Entrepreneurial Content Creation
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course offers an introductory overview of digital content creation and management for online businesses. It includes technical aspects, equipment, community management, marketing, branding and essential business skills for content monetization and growth. It also explores the history and current trends in the streaming and online business landscape.
Special Notes: This course is presented as part of the IAC Content Creation Occupational Endorsement.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F199 Business Practicum
1-3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
Supervised practical training and work experience, emphasizing work experience analysis and alignment with career and academic objectives. It covers group and individual dynamics, organizational structures, effective communication and strategic planning.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F201 Accounting II
3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
This course provides an introductory exploration of accounting principles and procedures within a business context. The focus lies in understanding the accounting cycle and the skills necessary for recording, summarizing and interpreting accounting data.
Recommended: ABUS F101 or ACCT F261X.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F202 Accounting III
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course is a continuation of foundational accounting concepts and procedures with the introduction of cost accounting principles for manufacturing and service operations. Job order costing, process costing, cost-volume profit, budgeting and variances are introduced.
Recommended: ABUS F101 or ACCT F261X; ABUS F201 or ACCT F262.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F203 Accounting Capstone
3 Credits
Offered Spring
Comprehensive covering of the accounting cycle, encompassing record-keeping, posting, financial statement preparation, bank reconciliation, payroll calculations and closing books. Emphasis on managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, procurement, credit and other business procedures.
Recommended: ABUS F101 or ACCT F261X; ABUS F141; ABUS F201 or ACCT F262; ABUS F202; ABUS F220.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F210 Income Tax
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course covers foundations in income taxation, providing instruction on completing essential income tax forms and schedules for individuals and small business proprietors. Topics encompass taxable income, deductions, tax credits, exemptions, computation methods, effective record-keeping techniques, the latest tax legislation and tax reduction strategies.
Recommended: ABUS F101; ABUS F155.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F220 QuickBooks Accounting
3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
This course focuses on the fundamentals of digital accounting software. It covers the processes of inputting transactions, analyzing outcomes, rectifying errors and structuring business finances. QuickBooks, a widely adopted accounting software application, is the central focus of this course.
Recommended: ABUS F101.
Special Notes: Available summer as demand warrants.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F223 Real Estate Law
3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course explores foundations in real estate law, such as land estates and interests, land description methods, property conveyances, deeds, mortgages, encumbrances and liens, residential and commercial leases, multi-unit communities, real estate brokerages, property transactions, appraisals and various laws pertinent to real estate, and also studies real estate dispute cases.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F231 Introduction to Human Resources
1-3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course covers aspects of company organizational structure, job analysis, staffing and organization, employee development, supervision, leadership skill development and the fundamental principles of human resource management.
Recommended: ABUS F154; ABUS F179.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F232 Contemporary Management Strategies
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course teaches students modern management approaches, encompassing strategies for planning, organization, staffing, leadership, decision-making and the human elements of effective management.
Recommended: ABUS F154.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F233 Financial Management
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course provides a foundational grasp of financial management principles, methods and applications. Topics include the analysis of financial statements, cash flow management, financial planning, the time value of money, risk and return considerations, bond valuation, capital budgeting, internal financial controls and auditing.
Recommended: ABUS F161.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F234 Personal Investments
3 Credits
Offered Spring
This course comprehensively covers personal investment strategies. It provides an overview of the investment landscape and equips students with the conceptual tools necessary for making informed investment decisions. It delves into various popular investment options, including common stocks, bonds, preferred stocks, convertible securities and mutual funds.
Recommended: ABUS F161.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F235 Nonprofit Fund Accounting
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course focuses on the specialized accounting practices applicable to nonprofit organizations, government entities, healthcare providers, voluntary health and welfare organizations, public educational institutions, colleges, universities and other entities that employ fund accounting.
Recommended: ABUS F101.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F241 Business Law
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course examines the legal dimensions of business challenges, encompassing the fundamental principles, institutions and the application of law in areas such as contracts, agency relationships, employment, personal sales and property ownership.
Recommended: BA F151X.
Cross-listed with PLS F241.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F242 Employment Law
3 Credits
Offered Spring
This course focuses on labor and employment law, placing a strong emphasis on the analysis of relevant legal cases.
Recommended: BA F151X.
Special Notes: Can fulfill the PLS F242 requirement in the Paralegal Studies program.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F256 Hospitality Operations
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course provides an introductory exploration of the hospitality industry, with a specific focus on the establishment and operational intricacies of small hotels, bed and breakfast accommodations and lodge operations.
Recommended: ABUS F272; ABUS F175.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F260 Marketing Principles
3 Credits
Offered Fall
Practical perspectives on fundamental marketing principles and real-world applications, with strong emphasis on strategic planning and the practical implementation of marketing concepts through case study analysis. The course covers marketing foundations and external factors; target markets identification; and product, pricing, promotion and distribution comprehensive marketing mix.
Recommended: BA F151X.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F263 Public Relations
3 Credits
Offered Spring
Public relations is image making, repairing and promoting. PR involves promotion, selling, advertising and creating public, corporate, government, church and other institutional images. PR professionals need skills in psychology, writing, mass media theory, image construction, persuasion and audience analysis. Introduces public relations and its role in our world and society.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F264 Records Management
3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course explores the fundamental principles, methods and optimal strategies for efficiently and effectively organizing, storing and overseeing documents and records.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F265 Emerging Marketing Trends
3 Credits
Offered Spring
This course explores contemporary and emerging marketing trends, including social media, digital marketing and sustainability. It imparts industry-relevant knowledge, addressing history, ethics, tactics, strategy and analytics.
Recommended: BA F151X.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 9 credits
ABUS F267 Transportation Logistics
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course covers logistical complexities of organization and administration of air, sea, rail and highway transportation systems. It emphasizes efficient management of the movement of people and goods within Alaska and to destinations accessible from Alaska.
Recommended: BA F151X.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F268 Rural Tourism: Planning and Principles
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course involves an exploration of rural tourism, encompassing an analysis of rural tourism attractions and emerging trends, tourism planning, policy development, quality criteria and the cultural and environmental impacts of tourism.
Recommended: BA F151X.
Cross-listed with RD F268.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F269 Food and Beverage Operations
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course focuses on establishing and operating a thriving food and beverage system, covering menu design, procurement, food preparation, service and the control of food and beverage costs.
Recommended: ABUS F272, ABUS F273 or BA F151X.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F271 Business Communications
3 Credits
Offered Fall and Spring
The development and assessment of essential communication competencies needed in modern, diverse and ever-changing professional landscapes. Business communications is the art of proficient written, spoken and non-verbal communication within the context of today's interconnected global community. Satisfies communication requirement at certificate and associate levels.
Recommended: Placement in WRTG F111X.
Special Notes: Available summer as demand warrants.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F272 Business Plan Development
3 Credits
Offered Fall
This course explores creative approaches to small business and technical business planning, incorporating elements such as market research, financial forecasting and strategic analysis.
Recommended: BA F151X.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F273 Entrepreneurship
3 Credits
Offered Spring
This course instructs students in the procedures involved in initiating a new venture, acquiring an established business or investing in a franchise. Covered topics encompass management, marketing, staffing, financing, budgeting, pricing, operational evaluation and control mechanisms.
Recommended: ABUS F151 or ABUS F272.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F274 Business in the Digital World
1-3 Credits
Offered Spring
Exploration of trends in internet commerce, websites, social media and digital advertisement. Analysis of the elements needed to build and manage a successful e-commerce or small business. Website planning and creation include information design, navigation design and site presentation.
Recommended: Basic knowledge of internet and social media.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 3 credits
ABUS F275 International Business
3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course uses a case study and research-centered method process to analyze cultural, economic, political, social, logistical and various business challenges within the dynamic and ever-evolving international business arena.
Recommended: BA F151X.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F277 Leadership Dynamics
3 Credits
Offered Spring
This course explores leadership behavior and the practical application of leadership methods, principles and insights to individuals and groups in various organizational and workplace contexts. Drawing upon insights from multiple domains within behavioral science, this course is applicable to business, other disciplines and general education.
Recommended: ABUS F154.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
ABUS F288 Professional Certification Preparation
1-3 Credits
Offered As Demand Warrants
This course prepares students for national or industry specific certification examinations.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 1-3 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 4 credits
ABUS F299 Practicum in Applied Business
1-9 Credits
Supervised training and work experience (local or foreign study abroad). Analysis of work experience and relationship of the job to career and academic goals. Managerial concepts, problems of working with groups and individuals, organizational structures, communications and planning.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0
Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus
Repeatable for Credit: May be taken unlimited times for up to 9 credits
Faculty
Andy Anger
Professor | Program Advisor
Applied Business & Accountingapanger@alaska.edu
907-455-2862
604 Barnette St
UAF CTC
Kait Hazard
Assistant Professor | Program Advisor | Program Director
Applied Business & Accountingkhazard2@alaska.edu
907-455-2815
604 Barnette St
UAF CTC
