Freshman-Sophomore Roadmap

Freshman-Sophomore Program

Freshman-Sophomore Cohort Track, Three-Years (Download)

Each topic has a designated number of contact hours that equate to 12.5 hours per semester which is equivalent to one unit. Over the course of this program, students will be able to substitute two electives while having the opportunity to network with high-profile executives.

Note:

  • You must be enrolled in 15 or more units to participate.
  • Please note your admissions offer will remain provisional until the Admissions Office has verified your final transcripts.
  • Class dates, speakers, and topics are subject to change.

Course Topics

Fall 2020, Professional Fundamentals BUS 4540-SOPH-A (1-Unit):

  • Self-Awareness, Personal (Strengths Finder Workshop)
  • Listening, Note-taking, Critical Thinking, Learning
  • Planning, Organizing, Time- Management, Productivity
  • Personal Ethics/Integrity
  • Networking
  • Personal Finance
FRESHMAN-SOPHOMORE FALL 2020 SCHEDULE
Section Meeting Day Meeting Time Meeting Dates (Sophomore)

BUS 4540-03

 Saturday

8 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

9/5, 9/12, 9/26, 10/10, 10/24, 11/7

BUS 4540-05

Friday

4:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

9/4, 9/18, 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 11/13, 11/20

 

Spring 2021, Professional Fundamentals BUS 4540-SOPH-B (1-Unit):

  • Business Etiquette (Dress, Dining) Part 1
  • Positive Attitude, Teamwork/Collaboration
  • Personal Branding, Business Ethics
  • Functional Knowledge, Excel for Work
  • Job Search

Fall 2021, Professional Fundamentals BUS 4540-SOPH-C (1-Unit):

  • Personal Ethics/Integrity Part 2
  • Communication (Verbal/Written)
  • Teamwork/Collaboration Part 2
  • Communication (Verbal/Written)
  • Interpersonal Skills, Life Skills
  • Tableau Workshop

Spring 2022, Professional Fundamentals BUS 4540-SOPH-D (1-Unit):

  • Initiative/Self-Motivation/Perseverance, Adaptability
  • Leadership/Management
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Industry Domain/Knowledge
  • Computer/Software Workshop

Fall 2022, Professional Fundamentals BUS4540-SOPH-E (1-Unit):

  • Business Etiquette (Executive Presence, Dress, Meetings, Dining, etc) Part 2
  • Leadership/Management Part 2
  • Functional Knowledge Part 2
  • Real-World Problem Solving
  • Job Search Part 2

Spring 2023, Professional Fundamentals, BUS 4540-SOPH-F (1-Unit):

  • Personal Ethics/Integrity Part 3
  • Communication (Verbal/Written) Part 2
  • Leadership/Management Part 3
  • Negotiation, Persuasion, Interpersonal Skills Part 2
  • Industry Knowledge Part 2