Business Courses Fall 2026

AI Prompt Engineering and Agent Development

OST 7157

This course introduces students to the principles and practical applications of prompt engineering and intelligent agent creation using modern generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Students will learn how large language models function, how to design effective prompts for text, image, and data-driven tasks, and how to build, test, and refine single-turn and multi-step AI agents for real-world use. Topics include prompt structures and strategies, tool use and orchestration, workflow automation, ethical and security considerations, and evaluating agent performance. Emphasis is placed on hands-on practice, with students creating agents to support tasks such as research, customer support, content generation, and business operations. Practical examples will demystify advanced AI concepts and equip students with skills applicable across industries. This course will be instructor-led and delivered on campus. Prepayment of tuition is required.

Instructor: Matolka Cost: $74

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Loc
OST-7157-01 65593 TH 09/10/26 – 10/29/26 ADT  116

Customer Experience

MKT 7611

This course stresses the importance of customer relations in the business world. Emphasis is placed on learning how to respond to complex customer requirements and to efficiently handle stressful situations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to handle customer relations. This course is instructor-led and delivered online. Prepayment of tuition is required.

Instructor: Archer Cost: $131

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Loc
MKT-7611-01 65614 M-SU 08/17/26 – 12/14/26 Online: 48 hours

Payroll Accounting

ACC 7112

This course covers federal and state laws pertaining to wages, payroll taxes, payroll tax forms, and journal and general ledger transactions. Emphasis is placed on computing wages; calculating Social Security, income, and unemployment taxes; preparing appropriate payroll tax forms; and journalizing/posting transactions. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data, make appropriate computations, complete forms, and prepare accounting entries using appropriate technology. This course is instructor-led and delivered online. Prepayment of tuition is required.

Instructor: Archer Cost: $190

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Loc
ACC-7112-01 65618 M-SU 08/17/26 – 12/14/26 Online: 80 hours

Principles of Marketing

MKT 7216

This course introduces principles and problems of marketing goods and services. Topics include promotion, placement, and pricing strategies for products. Upon completion, students should be able to apply marketing principles in organizational decision making. This course is instructor-led and delivered online. Prepayment of tuition is required.

Instructor: Clark Cost: $131

 

Course Schedule and Costs
Course Code Section Days Date Loc
MKT-7216-01 65625 S 08/17/26 – 12/14/26 Online: 48 hours
Address

Rockingham Community College
PO Box 38
215 Wrenn Memorial Rd.
Wentworth, NC 27375

Summer Hours

Monday to Thursday:
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: Closed

Contact

336-342-4261
336-349-9986 (fax)
info@rockinghamcc.edu

Rockingham Community College
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