Business Entrepreneurialism and Management

Accounting

Program Director: Brian Smith
brian.smith@southmountaincc.edu

  • Our mission:
    • Scenario based learning: why is that important in accounting?
      • Allows students to learn applicable skills that transfer seamlessly to the workplace
      • Builds resumes
    • DECA focuses on building bridges between classroom learning and real world application in business sector
  • Innovative student driven learning experiences for peers
  • For more information about accounting programs, check out the FOI link

Why we play Monopoly in accounting?

Using Monopoly in accounting education effectively integrates theoretical concepts with practical application. It provides an engaging platform for students to learn accrual accounting and the accounting cycle through interactive gameplay. By navigating Monopoly's strategic challenges, students develop essential skills in decision-making and financial analysis, enhancing their understanding of accounting principles in a dynamic learning environment.

Business & Entrepreneurship

Program Director: Dr. Bruce A. McHenry
bruce.mchenry@southmountaincc.edu
602-305-5810

  • The WHY….Go to college to CREATE a job and deploy entrepreneurial mindset
    • The skills and mindset of entrepreneurship are the skills of the 21st century workforce.
      • Creating a business is one approach
      • Personal freedom to control their schedule
      • More importantly industry is seeking Innovative, risk taking, critical thinkers
  • Why should you join our program? We have $$$ for students to take risks, be innovative, and directly transfer course knowledge to the real world.
    • Companies that have provided funding
      • National association of community college entrepreneurship
      • City of Phoenix
      • Wellsfargo
      • Blackstone Investment bank - Partnered with ASU and MCCCD to provide funds to students

Real Estate

Program Director: Dr. Bruce A. McHenry
bruce.mchenry@southmountaincc.edu
602-305-5810

  • 2 programs
    • Pre-license real estate - providing education in preparation for acquiring an AZ real estate licence - this covers residential, commercial, and property management as well others
    • Commercial
      • Great program for established licensed agents looking to expand their portfolio while developing a new skills in context
      • Promotes opportunities for interviews, internships, and employment with commercial brokers
      • Partnerships include