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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
101 - Introduction to Law and the Legal Process (3 S.H.)
A study of the law as part of a liberal education. Included are historical background, court systems and jurisdiction, criminal and civil procedure, common law, statutory law, administrative law, contracts, torts, family law, alternate dispute resolution, and remedies. Not open to students who have completed 15 or more credits in business.
106 - Introduction to Business (3 S.H.)
Develops broad, basic understanding of business institutions, functions, practices, and problems. Provides students with a good overview of the major business functional areas and current issues in business, as well as important topics such as international business and business ethics. Not open to students who have completed 15 or more credits in business.
291 - Legal Environment of Business (3 S.H.)
An introduction to the legal environment of business including dispute resolution systems and regulations affecting managerial decision making. Grade only.
311 - Business Law II (3 S.H.)
Partnerships, corporations, bankruptcy, secured transactions, real and personal property, trusts and estates, antitrust, securities, insurance, trademark, copyright, employment law, wills, and consumer protection. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, BUSA 291, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, BUSA 291, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
321 - Applied Business Ethics (3 S.H.)
This course examines ethics within an organization and the pressures derived from societal and governmental expectations. Students will review and critique legislation and judicial opinions addressing the entire continuum of organizational activities through the use of case studies. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
326 - Business and the Future (3 S.H.)
This course includes a combination of lectures, student presentations, selected readings, and discussion that stimulate students to look into the future and imagine what changes will be taking place. The objective is to enhance competitiveness, stimulate creative thinking and innovation and, in so doing, to broaden horizons and career potential of graduates. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
351 - Employment Law (3 S.H.)
An in-depth analysis of statutes and cases that regulate the employment setting. Topics include wrongful termination, privacy in the workplace, discrimination under Title VII, other statutory protections against discrimination, occupational safety and health requirements, minimum wages and overtime, and employee welfare programs such as social security and worker’s compensation. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and BUSA 291. Prerequisites for all other major and minors: Junior standing, BUSA 291, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
376 - Topics in Business (1-3 S.H.)
An analysis of current topics and issues relevant to the milieu of business. The subject matter to be offered each semester is announced in advance by the department. May be repeated as topics change. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
398 - Internship (1-9 S.H.)
Credits will not be counted in the business administration major, but as general elective credits. Prerequisite: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and concurrent enrollment in BUSA 399. P/NC only.
399 - Internship Project (3 S.H.)
Courses that must be completed prior to an internship vary by program. Prerequisites for business administration internships: Admission to the College of Business, ACCT 212, ECON 202, MKTG 300, MIS 202, BUSA 291, MGMT 334, and ECON 222. Prerequisites for HRM internships: Admission to the College of Business, MGMT 317, MGMT 325, and two additional required and/or elective HRM courses. See department website for additional information. Minimum 2.0 GPA. Grade only.
411 - International Business Law (3 S.H.)
A study of a variety of transnational business transactions and applicable legal regulations. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and BUSA 291. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, instructor’s permission, and BUSA 291. Grade only.
421 - Consumer Law (3 S.H.)
A study of the major issues affecting consumers. Included are sales practices, warranties, advertising, credit extension, rates and disclosure requirements, collections, remedies, and housing. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and BUSA 291. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, instructor’s permission, and BUSA 291. Grade only.
431 - Real Estate Law (3 S.H.)
An analysis of the legal system and real property, including the transfer of real estate, land use and regulations, landlord, tenant, estates and interests in real estate, and financing of the real estate transaction. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and BUSA 311. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, instructor’s permission, and BUSA 311.Grade only.
486 - Independent Studies in Business (1-3 S.H.)
Offers the advanced student an opportunity to do additional reading and/or research in areas of special interest. Total credits may not exceed 6 S.H. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
491 - Seminar in Business Law (3 S.H.)
An advanced analysis of current legal issues. Focus of the course to be determined by the instructor and announced in class schedule. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
MANAGEMENT
315 - Principles of Management (3 S.H.)
Introduces students to basic management concepts and theories; covers topics such as planning, organizing, controlling, leading, and staffing functions. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
317 - Management of Human Resources (3 S.H.)
Problems involved in developing an organization’s human resources so that benefits to both the individual and the organization are maximized. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
325 - Organizational Dynamics (3 S.H.)
Provides students with the knowledge and skills to understand and manage human behavior in organizations. The topics include learning and motivation, values and ethics, perception, communication, leadership, group dynamics, conflict and negotiation, power and politics, and organizational structure. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
334 - Operations Management (3 S.H.)
An introduction to the management of the operations function in manufacturing and service organizations. Topics include operations strategy, quality management and control, manufacturing and service processes, inventory management and control, forecasting and operations planning, and project management. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and ECON 222 or STAT 210. Prerequisites: For all other majors and minors: Junior standing, instructor’s permission, and ECON 222 or STAT 210. Grade only.
344 - Purchasing (3 S.H.)
A study of purchasing management that includes objective procedures, organization, ordering techniques, inventory control, vendor selection, price, equipment procurement, legal aspects, make or buy, and purchasing department reports. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
345 - International Business (3 S.H.)
A study of how managing abroad differs from managing at home from strategic and operations-oriented perspectives. This introductory course covers social, economic, geopolitical, and cultural dimensions of cross-border business. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
365 - Independent Readings in Management (1-3 S.H.)
To provide more background in management, three books of the student’s choice (with faculty advisor approval) are read for each credit desired. Chapter summaries and evaluations are requested for each book as well as an integrative report, comparing and contrasting each of the books. Limit of 6 credits of independent study. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
377 - Independent Readings in Human Resources (1-3 S.H.)
To provide more background in human resources, three books of the student’s choice (with faculty advisor approval) are read for each credit desired. Chapter summaries and evaluations are requested for each book as well as an integrative report, comparing and contrasting each of the books. Limit of 6 credits of independent study. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
385 - Social Entrepreneurship (3 S.H.)
Opportunities and challenges facing social entrepreneurs and nonprofit organizations will be examined through an engaged learning approach. Volunteering, tours of area nonprofit organizations, and an organizational analysis project are required. Prerequisites for College of Business BS major and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and MGMT 325 (or concurrent enrollment). Prerequisites for all other major and minors: Junior standing, instructor’s permission, and MGMT 325 (or concurrent enrollment). Grade only.
387 - Independent Readings in Labor Relations (1-3 S.H.)
To provide more background in labor relations, three books of the student’s choice (with faculty advisor approval) are read for each credit desired. Chapter summaries and evaluations are requested for each book as well as an integrative report, comparing and contrasting each of the books. Limit of 6 credits of independent study. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
414 - Operations Planning and Control (3 S.H.)
Study of computer-based systems and procedures for production planning and control in operations management. Primary emphasis is on developing a general model for manufacturing planning and control systems; secondary emphasis is on advanced topics in the following areas: material requirements planning, Just-in-Time, theory of constraints, and scheduling. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MGMT 334, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MGMT 334, and instructor’s permission. Grade only
415 - Theories of Management (3 S.H.)
Study of various modern theories of management and organization. Application of these theories to actual management situations is also examined. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and MGMT 315 or MGMT 325. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, instructor’s permission, and MGMT 315 or MGMT 325. Grade only.
417 - Compensation Management (3 S.H.)
This course provides students with theories and approaches to the design and management of compensation systems and benefit programs. Topics include the design, implementation, and evaluation of jobs, salary surveys, job- or person-based pay structure, pay-for-performance, and benefit programs. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, ECON 202, MGMT 317 (or concurrent enrollment), and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, ACCT 211, ECON 201, ECON 202, MGMT 317 (or concurrent enrollment), and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
425 - Small Business Management (3 S.H.)
Explore, investigate, and analyze small businesses and their management practices. Develop business plans and feasibility studies of small business. Study all operational and managerial aspects of small business operations. Extensive usage of case study methods. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, ECON 222, and MGMT 325. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, ECON 222, MGMT 325, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
427 - Human Resource and Organization Development (3 S.H.)
This course provides students with an overview of human resource (HR) development and organization development. Focusing on the HR professional as a strategic business partner and change agent, this course covers employee learning and development, career management, organizational learning, and change management. This course also covers HR strategy, HR measurement, and HR’s role in organizations. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, MGMT 317, and MGMT 325. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MGMT 317, MGMT 325, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
435 - Managing for Quality (3 S.H.)
Study of the philosophy of Quality Management stressing the essential components of becoming a learning organization. Emphasis is placed on new and advanced concepts and analytical tools used for continuous improvement and assessments in a competitive environment. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, MGMT 325, and MGMT 334. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MGMT 325, MGMT 334, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
437 - Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining (3 S.H.)
This course introduces students to the field of labor relations. It is designed to give students a balanced perspective of the requirements and goals of both the union and management and to prepare them to deal with labor-related issues in the workplace. Topics include: labor movement in the U.S., major labor legislation, forming/organizing labor unions, and the collective bargaining process in both the public and private sector. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and MGMT 317. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MGMT 317, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
457 - Seminar in Human Resources Management (3 S.H.)
This course deals with controversial, practical situations involving people at work with the goal of providing greater insight into the complexities of working effectively with others within immediate work groups and beyond. This course can be used as the preparation course for the HRCI (Human Resource Certification Institute) PHR certification. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, MGMT 317, and MGMT 325. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, ACCT 211, ECON 201, MGMT 317, MGMT 325, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
464 - Project Management (3 S.H.)
This course addresses the skills needed to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close projects. Various tools for managing projects will be covered including computer software such as Microsoft Project. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to College of Business and MGMT 334. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MGMT 334, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
467 - Staffing and Evaluation (3 S.H.)
This course is designed to provide students with theory/practice of staffing decisions. It discusses staffing models and strategy; staffing support systems (legal compliance, planning, job analysis and rewards); core staffing systems (recruitment, selection, employment); and staffing system and retention management. Professional ethics and compliance with legal requirements are considered, as are appropriate methods for describing the job, attracting the right person, assessing applicants, short listing, and selection. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, MGMT 315, and MGMT 317. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, ACCT 211, ECON 201, ECON 222, MGMT 315, MGMT 317, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
475 - International Management (3 S.H.)
A study of how and why multinational organizations need to adapt their management tasks and practices to the different international settings in which they operate. The course will incorporate the study and intensive discussion of the latest literature and case studies to examine these changes in this field. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to College of Business, MGMT 345 or instructor’s permission, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MGMT 345, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
477 - International Human Resources Management (3 S.H.)
This course focuses on issues involved in international human resource management. It reviews adaptations that human resources management must make to work in today’s global environment. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MGMT 317 & MGMT 325, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
494 - Current Topics in Operations Management (3 S.H.)
This course will explore some of the latest techniques and concepts in OM. The objective of this course is to relate these techniques and concepts to a systems view of the operations function. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, junior standing, and MGMT 334. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MGMT 334, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
495 - Strategic Management (3 S.H.)
An advanced, integrative course for College of Business majors and minors. Uses cases to stress interrelationships of all functional areas, organization life stages, strategy development, and policy formation. Prerequisites for College of Business majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MKTG 300, MGMT 325, MGMT 334, FIN 360, and senior standing. Grade only.
Management of Information Systems
202 - Microcomputers in Business (3 S.H.)
An introduction to some of the more commonly used software packages for business decision-making. Spreadsheet, business graphics, database, and integrated software are introduced. Grade only. Offered fall and spring semesters.
312 - Business Computer Programming (3 S.H.)
An object-oriented approach to business systems development and programming using the latest tools. Problem solving techniques with emphasis on business applications, including file and database access. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
332 - Business Programming Tools (3 S.H.)
Introduction to advanced programming tools. The student will document, compile, test, and debug business application problems using new application development tools and techniques. Prerequisite for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 312, and junior standing. Prerequisite for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 312, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
342 - Advanced Business Computer Applications (3 S.H.)
The focus of this course is on the development and management of business database systems. It provides the theoretical concepts as well as practical approaches to planning, development, testing, and documentation of business database systems. Project planning and control approach are used to relate database administration to information systems management. Students are required to develop, implement, and evaluate a business database system. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 202, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 202, and instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered fall and spring semesters.
362 - Management Information Systems (3 S.H.)
An introduction to basic concepts of management information system design, implementation, and control. Application of computer-based MIS and decision models to business and management situations and problems. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered fall and spring semesters.
372 - Management of Business Systems Development (3 S.H.)
An introduction to business systems development concepts and methodologies from the project management approach. The course covers a variety of business systems development topics including how to view a firm as a system, IT infrastructure, project management, systems development stages, process modeling, data modeling, object modeling, and design pattern with the latest design tools. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 312, MIS 342, MIS 362, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 312, MIS 342, MIS 362, and instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered fall semester.
398 - Internship (1-9 S.H.)
Credits will not be counted in the MIS major, but will be counted as general elective credits. Prerequisites for College of Business majors: Admission to the College of Business, concurrent enrollment in MIS 399, and junior standing. P/NC only.
399 - Internship Project (3 S.H.)
Allows the student opportunity for hands-on experience, applying MIS principles and method in an organizational setting. Prerequisites for MIS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MGMT 325, MGMT 334, MIS 312, MIS 362, minimum 2.5 GPA, and junior standing. Grade only.
412 - Management of E-Commerce (3 S.H.)
E-commerce is studied from a managerial perspective. Topics include e-business, web EDI, and business uses of the internet. The influence of technology on collaboration and new business methods is discussed. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 362, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 362, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
452 - Management of Telecommunication Systems (3 S.H.)
This course provides an understanding of basic concepts involved in management of data communications, teleprocessing, and networks. Topics covered in this course include a review of the history of data communications and communications networks, fundamental principles of managing data and voice communications, and network security. Various commercial products are surveyed. The necessity of managing telecommunications in business is emphasized and issues in applying telecommunications in corporate environments are discussed. Also, the effects of regulatory environment in the telecommunications industry are covered. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 362, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 362, and instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered fall semester.
362 - Decision Support Systems (3 S.H.)
This course focuses on complex management decision activities, which require extensive use of information and modeling. It explores the application of computer-based management decision support systems (DSS) not only to operational and control decisions, but also to strategic and planning managerial decision-making activities. The conceptual framework as well as practical application of DSS is discussed. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 362, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 362, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
472 - Management of LANs and WANs (3 S.H.)
This course provides an understanding of how Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN) are managed and prepares students for the challenges of dealing with the issues in the dynamic networking industry. Among the topics covered are LAN/WAN connectivity, physical transmission methods and options, transmission equipments, integration of voice and data, WAN transport methods, ATM technologies, and present and future technologies and services. This course is intended for those who would like to specialize in managing networks. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 452, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 452, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
482 - Management of Information Technology (3 S.H.)
This course introduces students to the current issues in information technologies mainly through case analysis. Different methods of dealing with the issues involved are discussed. Various systems in information technology are presented. The importance of management control is emphasized and multinational IT is covered also. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 372, MIS 452, and junior standing. Prerequisites for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 372, MIS 452, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
486 - Independent Studies in MIS (1-3 S.H.)
Offers the advanced student an opportunity to do additional reading and/or research in areas of special interest regarding management information systems. Prerequisites for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, instructor’s permission, and senior standing. Prerequisite for all other majors and minors: Senior standing and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
492 - Topics in MIS (3 S.H.)
The major focus of this course is on the advanced and complex concepts of information systems technology. The objective is to provide perspectives for adapting to information systems technology. Key conceptual frameworks of MIS, as well as cutting-edge business application development technologies, are presented. Prerequisite for College of Business BS majors and minors: Admission to the College of Business, MIS 362, and junior standing. Prerequisite for all other majors and minors: Junior standing, MIS 362, and instructor’s permission. Grade only.
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