AIFS Partnership Programs: Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs

Courses

BUS 240 F, Legal Environment of Business, 3 Credits
(Honors option available)
Marcus Wilson
54 hours lecture per term.

This course is an introduction to the legal environment in which a business firm operates. Topics include an introduction to the American legal system, contracts, torts, product liability, forms of business organization, trade regulation, labor law, environmental law, and international business law. This course is required for all Business Administration majors at CSUF. (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation) (Degree Credit) AA GE

BUS 241AF, Business Law, 3 Credits
Marcus Wilson
54 hours lecture per term.

This course is an introduction to business law principles and cases, including a review of the classes and sources of law, agencies for enforcement, court procedure, and civil and criminal liability. The major subject area studied is the law of contracts. A special study is made of sales of goods based upon the Uniform Commercial Code with emphasis placed on consumer protection. (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation) (Degree Credit) AA GE

ECON 101 F, Principles of Economics – Micro, 3 Credits
(Honors option available)
Marcus Wilson
Prerequisite: MATH 040 F with a grade of “C” or better or math skills clearance.
54 hours lecture per term.

This course presents the basic structure of the economic system of the United States and emphasizes the behavior of the firm within this structure. Special attention is given to the allocation of products and resources through the price mechanism. Topics treated include comparative economic systems, supply and demand, product and resource pricing, the market models, and general equilibrium. (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC)

ECON 102 F, Principles of Economics – Macro, 3 Credits
(Honors option available)
Marcus Wilson
Prerequisite: MATH 040 F with a grade of “C” or better or math skills clearance. 54 hours lecture per term.

This course is concerned with economic aggregates and analyzes the overall performance of the economy of the United States, with special emphasis on the role of government. Topics treated include national income, employment theory, business cycles, fiscal and monetary policies, equilibrium growth, and international economics. Some of the problems of specific sectors of the economy are examined. (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC

ENGL 102 F, Introduction to Literature, 3 Credits
(Honors option available)
Kim Orlijan
54 hours lecture per term.

This course will introduce a variety of literary genres such as fiction, poetry, drama and film. Students will read, analyze, and write about literature. Different critical approaches to literature will also be included. (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC

ENGL 103 F, Critical Reasoning and Writing, 4 Credits
(Honors option available)
Kim Orlijan
72 hours lecture per term.

This course is designed to develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills beyond the level achieved in ENGL 100 F. This course will focus on the development of logical reasoning and analytical and argumentative writing skills as well as information literacy. (CSU) (UC) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC

ENGL 105 F, Introduction to Creative Writing, 3 Credits
Kim Orlijan
54 hours lecture per term.

This course includes writing, original fiction, drama, creative nonfiction, and poetry; study and application of forms, techniques, and literary elements of creative writing; and workshop experience which provides an opportunity for analyzing and critiquing student writing. (CSU) (UC) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE

ENGL 208 F, Introduction to Film Studies, 3 Credits
Kim Orlijan
54 hours lecture and 18 hours lab per term.

This course is an introduction to the discipline of film analysis from aesthetic, cultural, and historical perspectives. Films from a variety of countries and historical periods may be viewed and analyzed. Analysis, interpretation, and writing techniques will be emphasized. (CSU) (UC) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC

There is also an Italian Conversation Language Class for 2 hours a week, not for credit, but students will receive a certificate of completion.