Documentation of Coursework

I have taken a wide range of courses at Clemson, including French, business, literature, culture, and more, to build a well-rounded education as a French and International Business major. Below, you can read more about the courses I have taken. You can also view coursework samples by hovering over the coursework button on the menu to navigate to the Coursework Samples subpage.

French

FR 1020: Elementary French

This course introduced me to the foundations of French and set my language-learning journey at Clemson in motion. Through lecture and conversational practice, I learned essential grammar and vocabulary foundations.

FR 2010: Intermediate French

This course continued to advance my French knowledge by reviewing concepts and further developing my grammatical proficiency through reading, composing, and conversing with peers. This class also included cultural perspectives of the francophone world.

FR 2020: Intermediate French

This course continued my proficiency in French grammar and literary comprehension, including additional conversational practice amongst peers.

FR 3050: Intermediate French Conversation and Composition I

This course emphasized conversational practice, focusing on vocabulary and pronunciation. I developed this proficiency through written work and an oral presentation to demonstrate my speaking skills.

FR 3160: French for International Business I

This course focused on utilizing the French language in business contexts, including writing and translating business materials. We compared the cultural patterns of American and French business settings, and applied knowledge through a verbal presentation of research findings on a francophone corporation.

LANG 3030: Study Abroad Transfer (MONT 3014: French Phonetics – completed during study abroad in Montpellier, FR)

This course analyzed the specifics of French pronunciation and the phonetics underlying French speech. Through songs, regional comparisons of phonetic differences, oral readings, and presentations, this course improved my French pronunciation.

FR 4160: French for International Business II

This course is in progress. It is a continuation of French for International Business I, concentrating on francophone markets and their various business sectors. I am analyzing different markets and developing a broader perspective on the current state of the francophone business world.

FR 3999: Transfer Elective (MONT 3010: French Expressions – completed during study abroad in Montpellier, FR)

This course studied the specifics of French grammar through applicable readings and analysis. We completed compositions and presentations to demonstrate the understanding of more complex grammar structures.

Culture and Literature

HIST 3630: Britain Since 1688 (MONT 3151: British Civilization – completed during study abroad in Montpellier, FR)

This course studied the contexts of British history from 1688 through the death of Queen Victoria in 1901. In addition to instruction, a secondary discussion course delved into the specifics of English exploration and tested comprehension through oral and written examination.

FR 3000: Survey of French Literature

This course analyzes French literature of various kinds through artistic, cultural, and historical contexts. This course challenges analytical thinking in the second language by creating and understanding the different perspectives behind the pieces of literature. This course is in progress.

FR 3070: French Civilization (MONT 3302: Civilization of the South – completed during study abroad in Montpellier, FR)

This course studied the historical aspects of French culture, specifically in the southern region. Through field trips to historical sites and research presentations, I developed an understanding of French history from Antiquity to the Contemporary age.

FR 4300: Medieval/Early Modern French Literature

This course studies medieval and early modern French texts. We analyze the historical context of these texts and compare themes and ideas prominent in the Middle Ages, including martyrdom and war. This course is in progress.

LAIB Courses

LAIB 1270: Introduction to Language & International Business

This course established a foundation for the opportunities available in the scope of international business. I received instruction on how to pursue various opportunities using Clemson resources and to create a foundation for professional success. Through individual reflection and guest speakers, this course promoted the creation of career foundations.

LAIB 4000: Language and International Business Internship

This course consists of my internship experience in Montpellier, France and the written analysis of the experience. The internship report is written in French as a comprehensive text on the internship and its broader perspectives. This course is currently in progress.

Business

ACCT 2010: Financial Accounting Concepts

This course introduced me to the foundation of financial accounting and understanding the layers behind accounting outcomes. I analyzed the ethics of accounting by applying what I learned and making informed ethical accounting decisions.

ECON 2110: Principles of Microeconomics

This course introduced economic concepts by examining consumer and business behavior and helped me understand competition, monopoly, supply and demand, and the impact of various policies.

MGT 2010: Principles of Management

This course provided an overview of management's role in the economic context, including management traits and effective organization. This course provided the background necessary for organization, behavior management, and the managerial-economic connection.

ECON 2120: Principles of Macroeconomics

This course applied the principles of economics to analyze the broader picture of economic performance, including inflation, economic growth, and the influence of fiscal and monetary policies on financial markets.

MKT 3010: Principles of Marketing

This course established the foundation of marketing through understanding the principles and concepts of planning, pricing, promoting, and distributing goods and services, and how those decisions can impact corporate success.

PCID 3040: Business Writing

This course introduced writing strategies for professional business settings, and I created multiple pieces of text and graphics to showcase professional writing and visual concepts. I wrote memoranda, letters, reports, and proposals to strengthen these skills.

MKT 3020: Consumer Behavior

This course analyzed individual and group behaviors applicable to marketing perspectives and the consumer decision-making process. We analyzed various consumer demographics and investigated case scenarios to enhance our understanding of these processes.

MKT 3030: Marketing and Society

This course emphasizes global challenges and ethics through the marketing lens. We analyzed varying marketing ethics practices through case studies and group work to better understand how ethics, materialism, globalization, environmental sustainability, and the political and economic philosophy impact marketing decisions.

MKT 4270: International Marketing

This course examines marketing from a global perspective and how to adapt marketing decisions to the target location. It analyzes how different foreign markets have varying needs and how to adapt from a marketing perspective.

MGT 3030: International Business Management

This course surveyed the global environment through topics of foreign direct investment, international trade, and the role of businesses and stakeholders. This course deepened my understanding of international business practices by helping me develop group ideas applicable to foreign market entry.

ECON 3100: International Economics

This course analyzes international commerce through theories of trade and exchange rates, as well as policy issues. I analyzed a specific economic topic and presented my findings to demonstrate my understanding of the complex international economic dynamics.

ECON 3140: Intermediate Microeconomics

This course deepened my understanding of microeconomics through analyzing concepts of value and distribution through varying market conditions.

MGT 3070: Talent Management

This course studied the facets of efficient personnel utilization, emphasizing motivation, leadership, and human behavior in the scope of human resources. I applied my understanding alongside a group by analyzing a legal case and presenting our findings.

Others

MATH 1020: Business Calculus I

This course applied calculus concepts and solidified skills like functions and graphing. It additionally analyzed these mathematical concepts from various standpoints, such as management, social, and biological sciences.

GEOL 1010: Physical Geology and Lab

Analyzed rocks and minerals, including where they came from and how they can be transformed. Studied geological processes and studied these elements through lecture and hands-on laboratory settings.

MATH 2070: Business Calculus II

Building on Business Calculus I, this course applied previously acquired knowledge to deepen understanding of calculus concepts involving several variables and multiple integrals. The connection between mathematical concepts and management sciences is demonstrated by linking the two, thereby establishing a business-oriented mathematical background.

PSYC 2010: Introduction to Psychology

This course is currently in progress. This course analyzes the biological bases of behavior through various aspects of the brain and psychological elements. This course also includes a hands-on approach through participating in experimental research studies to develop psychological discoveries.

COMM 2500: Public Speaking

This course provided instruction and practice in public speaking through the creation of speeches. I created and delivered informative, persuasive, and group speeches, developing an understanding of the communication process and building skills to be a proficient public speaker.

POSC 1020: Introduction to International Relations

This course analyzed contemporary global politics through instruction and application. I applied my understanding of the theories and practices of international politics by creating my own written reflections and connections among these global institutions and relationships.