Course Description

This course focuses on the management process which consists of the fundamental functions of management namely – Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling. It also provides students with a background of the various schools of management. Finally, it draws upon other topics in management such as the environment and culture of organizations, strategy formulation and implementation, managerial decision making, motivating employees and quality management.

Skill Level: Beginner

This course provides an introduction to business law in Belize, exploring the international factors that influence it. Students will gain an understanding of various legal classifications by examining key sources such as contract law, tort law, company and partnership law, and employment law. The curriculum also requires students to familiarize themselves with the Constitution of Belize and its legal processes.

Skill Level: Beginner

The course aims at providing students with the fundamentals of marketing that apply to a start up business or marketing department within an organisation. This course intends to strengthen presentation skills and desire for creativity. Students will be given an overview of the importance of marketing in the micro and macro-economic environment, product/service development, strategic planning, customer relationship, and application of marketing strategies.

Skill Level: Beginner

This course presents a systematic approach to front office procedures by detailing the flow of business through a hotel – from the reservations process to the check out and settlement. The course also examines the various elements of effective front office management, paying particular attention to the planning and evaluations of front office operation and to human resource management. Front office procedures and management are placed within the context of the overall operation of a hotel. This course also provides the student with theory and practice relative for proficiency in the accommodation sector. The learner will focus on all aspect of the relationship between rooms division and other departments with a lodging operation.

Skill Level: Beginner

This course, "Introduction to QuickBooks," is designed to provide you with a comprehensive overview of one of the most popular accounting software programs used by small to medium-sized businesses. Throughout this course, you will learn the fundamentals of setting up a company file, managing income and expenses, tracking inventory, and generating essential financial reports. By the end of the course, you will have a solid understanding of how to use QuickBooks to streamline your financial processes, enhance your business operations, and ensure accurate financial record-keeping. Whether you are new to accounting software or looking to enhance your existing skills, this course will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to confidently utilize QuickBooks in your professional endeavors.

Skill Level: Beginner