Introduction to Business aims to familiarize students with various aspects of the business world and helps them develop a foundational understanding of how businesses operate. Students can delve into case studies, engage in hands-on projects, and participate in stimulating class discussions. The goal is to help you create an interactive, engaging learning environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. 

The objectives for the Introduction to Business course:

• Introduction to Business: Provide an overview of the business environment, types of business models, business ownership structures, and the role of entrepreneurship.

• Economic Principles: Understand basic economic principles and their application to business. This includes concepts such as supply and demand, market structures, economic indicators, and the role of government in the economy.

• Management: This topic covers the functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. 

• Human Resources: Investigate the role of human resources in a business, including recruitment, selection, training, and motivation of employees.

• Operations and Production: Discover the processes involved in producing goods and services, including production planning, quality control, and supply chain management.

• Marketing: Introduce the principles of marketing, including market research, target market identification, product development, pricing, promotion, and distribution.

• Finance and Accounting: Explore basic financial concepts such as budgeting, financial statements, profit and loss, cash flow, and the importance of financial management.

• Business Ethics and Social Responsibility: Students learn about ethical decision-making, corporate social responsibility, and the importance of ethical behavior in business.

• Global Business: Develop awareness of globalization's impact on businesses, including international trade, cultural differences, and global economic trends.

• Business Communication: Reinforce effective communication skills in a business context, including written communication, oral presentations, and interpersonal skills.

• Business Technology: Learn about the use of technology in business, including e-commerce, digital marketing, and the importance of data analytics.

• Career Exploration: Introduce students to various career paths in business and related fields. Showcase different job roles, industry sectors, and opportunities available in business, and provide resources for further exploration and professional development.

• Promote Teamwork and Collaboration: This course includes group projects, case studies, and collaborative activities to develop students' teamwork and communication skills. These activities simulate real-world business scenarios, where students work together to solve problems, make decisions, and present their ideas.