Class information
BA101Z Introduction to Business
- CRN: 10004
- Credits: 4
- Locations, days, times, and instructors:
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
From January 5 through March 21, 2026, Wilson K Nitunga - Southeast TABOR 141, WWednesday, from 6 to 7:50pm
From January 7 through March 18, 2026, Wilson K Nitunga
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
Class materials
Textbooks
No textbooks required
Open educational resources (OER)
The following free or inexpensive materials are used for this class:
Details about this class
The in-person class invites local leaders and entrepreneurs as guest speakers. We have in-class activities and discussions with local leaders and entrepreneurs. This in-class work sheet are based on real world scenarios or local businesses. If you have recommendations on an entrepreneur or business leader you would like to recommend, please email me ahead of time: wilson.nitunga@pcc.edu
Technology
[a working computer, Word or Google Doc for homework submissions and WiFi]
My BA 101 classes are interactive and use OER - Open Educational Resources to make it affordable for students.
Chapter 1 lessons: https://rise.articulate.com/share/pvro5okvOuqs1kIUOeueWJGSQTc-kH24#/
The rest of the content are located in D2L.
Although the actual textbook is not required, it is highly recommended. PowerPoint slides from the chapters are shared with you in each weekly module. If you would like to purchase the textbook for further research and readings, here's the Textbook that we are using for this course:
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Collins, Karen. Exploring Business V4.0. Flatworld, 2020.
You can purchase this textbook with assistance from Portland Community College bookstore.
If you have any questions, email me: wilson.nitunga@pcc.edu
No show policy
Your instructor can mark you as a "no show" if you do not participate in your class during the first week. This will remove you from the class. It is important to log in as soon as the class starts to see what the participation requirements are.
Online technical requirements
Please be sure to read the quick guide to Online Learning technical requirements.
Students with disabilities
Students with disabilities should notify their instructor if accommodations are needed to take this class. For information about technologies that help people with disabilities taking Online based classes please visit the Disability Services website.
Prerequisite for online classes
Before you take your first online class at PCC, you must complete the start guide. The start guide will help you decide if these classes are right for you. Once you complete the start guide, you will be able to register for these classes.