Course Descriptions - MBAMaster of Business Administration Program (MBA)
MBA 6010 - Legal and Regulatory Environment of Business Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [2nd Blk]
Summer [1st Blk]
This course is an introduction to business law, emphasizing basic legal principles and the broad application of domestic and international public and private law. Its overriding objective is to provide a working understanding of the legal environment of business for MBA students. Its focus is on regulatory law, business organizations, and other legal topics of special importance to managers of businesses.
MBA 6020 - Financial and Managerial Accounting Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [2nd Blk]
A general study of the use of accounting information by internal and external decision makers with emphasis on the use of accounting information by managers of an entity. Topics covered include the accounting cycle, the basic financial statements, inventories, long-term liabilities, cost concepts and behaviors, cost-volume-profit analysis, and financial statement analysis.
MBA 6040 - Managerial Economics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [2nd Blk]
This course develops the basic concepts and analytical tools of economics which include opportunity cost, marginal analysis, constraints, and optimizing behavior. Applications include theories of the firm, its organizational architecture, transactions costs, markets, pricing, and other managerial issues.
MBA 6050 - Quantitative Methods I Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
This class will give students the opportunity to learn how to write, read, and analyze statistical data as it pertains to business and society. The basic premise of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of statistics as it is used in business and economics. This course will give special emphasis to understanding, interpreting and communicating statistics. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions and hypothesis testing. Prerequisite: Additional course work in College Algebra may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements.
MBA 6051 - Quantitative Methods II Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
This course will build on the first foundation course on descriptive statistics by emphasizing inferential statistics. This course will be application oriented and will focus on hypothesis testing and regression analysis. Students will learn how to design a survey and evaluate the data in order to test theories learned in other MBA classes. Students will also learn basic concepts and methods of optimization using elementary concepts in differential calculus. Additional foundation course work in statistics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6050 , or equivalent course in statistics.
MBA 6110 - Tools for the Ethical Manager Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Spring [1st Blk]
This course is designed to be taken at the beginning of formal course work in the MBA program. Students will explore various aspects of moral reasoning and apply these concepts to common ethical issues faced in business. Students will work individually and in groups to explore issues of personal values, self-awareness, teamwork, communication, managing differences, and career management. Students in this course will be introduced to analytical, communication, and technological tools used throughout the program.
MBA 6120 - Organizational Behavior Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Spring [1st Blk]
This is a course for graduate students who have already been exposed to the principles of management and organizational behavior and who are now seeking a more advanced preparation for the behavioral role of the manager. It offers a critical review of the factors that influence behavior within the organizational setting. Behavioral concepts are emphasized which particularly relate to group dynamics, interpersonal relations, and ultimately, organizational effectiveness. In short, this course deals with the human aspects of management–the kinds of problems most frequently experienced in day-to-day interaction with others. The format will include discussions, group and individual exercises, case studies, and student reports.
MBA 6130 - Financial Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
Spring [1st Blk]
Financial Management is a detailed presentation of the practices, techniques, and applications of theory in corporate finance. The focus is an understanding of how companies operate and acquire the tools necessary to analyze and evaluate corporate financial policies. Cases and applied research in the form of outside readings will assist students to focus on key issues. The purpose of the course is to assist current and prospective managers in making better investment and financing decisions. The course addresses (1) the investment decision (capital budgeting) as well as (2) the financing decision. Class discussion and cases will focus on capital budgeting and specifically on the establishment of goals, development of strategy, identification of investment opportunities, evaluation of projects, implementation of projects, and the monitoring processes. Shareholder wealth maximization is the standard for determining why one decision is “better” than another. The ethical considerations of wealth maximization will also be addressed. Additional foundation course work in accounting and statistics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6020 , MBA 6050 & MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in accounting and statistics.
MBA 6140 - Marketing Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Spring [1st Blk]
This course centers on creating customer value profitability in competitive markets. In an integrative fashion, it covers analyzing customer needs and preferences; estimating market potential; assessing market opportunities and threats in view of the focal company’s and its competitors’ resources and capabilities; developing market and marketing strategies; making astute product, pricing, distribution, and promotion decisions; and measuring marketing performance. Pedagogical vehicles include lectures, reading assignments, and case-based discussions and reports.
MBA 6150 - Operations/Supply Chain Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Spring [1st Blk]
“Manufacturing of the future will be required to meet customer-driven demand instantaneously.” The future is now! The requirements for faster response, more customer input, and greater product variety have not diminished, but instead have escalated. This course builds upon basic production and operations management knowledge to meet the needs of customers generated in today’s global market. It is designed to enhance the student’s understanding of how to analyze problems related to design, planning, control, and improvement of manufacturing and service operations. Topics include, but are not limited to, supply chain management, materials management, production planning and control, scheduling, capacity and facilities planning, manufacturing strategy, and global operations. Additional foundation course work in statistics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6050 & MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in statistics.
MBA 6160 - Applications of Decision Models Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [1st Blk]
This course presents a rigorous treatment of quantitative decision-making with emphasis on data collection, analysis, and model building. This course emphasizes experience in structuring realistic business problems, collecting data, developing an appropriate model for analysis, and interpreting and defending results. A number of cases are employed. Additional foundation course work in statistics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6050 & MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in statistics.
MBA 6170 - Corporate Communications Credits: (3)
The focus of this course is to develop an integrated corporate communications program in organizations which will provide effective communication both to internal and external stakeholders. Among the topics to be discussed are corporate image and identity, corporate advertising and advocacy, media relations, marketing, communication, financial communication, community relations, corporate philanthropy, government affairs and crisis communication. Attention will also be given to effective communication internally through various methods, such as meetings, programs and publications.
MBA 6180 - Strategic Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Spring [2nd Blk]
This course takes a broad view of the entire organization. In some instances, the organization will have one line of business. In other cases, the organization may be a large diversified corporation with many lines of business. We will examine the strategic issues facing diversified corporations including: vertical integration, diversification into related and unrelated businesses, and operating synergies. Prerequisite: MBA 6130 , MBA 6140 , MBA 6150 .
MBA 6210 - Management Accounting and Control Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
Spring [2nd Blk]
This course is designed to introduce the student to the concepts and procedures of managerial accounting through readings and case studies. The course emphasizes the use of accounting data in the decision-making process by internal decision-makers (e.g., management), rather than external decision-makers (e.g., stockholders, investors, creditors, and regulatory bodies). The course topics include cost terms and concepts, job-order costing, activity-based costing, quality management, cost behavior, cost-volume-profit analysis, profit planning, relevant costs, capital budgeting, cost allocation, and pricing. Additional foundation course work in accounting may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6020 , or equivalent courses in accounting.
MBA 6310 - Information Technology in the Enterprise Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Spring [2nd Blk]
Information technology from an enterprise perspective with an orientation toward the management of technology for competitive/ strategic advantage. Managers will be increasingly responsible for making decisions with respect to implementing new technology. This course will provide the background knowledge to enable managers in traditional business units to function as full participants in decisions involving the purchase and application of technology to create a business advantage.
MBA 6360 - Aerospace Program Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [1st Blk]
Within the context of the aerospace industry, students will be taught how to manage change across multiple projects using program management techniques. In organizations in which multiple strategic initiatives as well as continuous improvement projects are ongoing, understanding how to successfully plan and execute is vital.
MBA 6370 - CPI & Strategy in Aerospace Management Credits: (3)
This management course is designed to teach aerospace business managers how to use the tools in Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) to attain and maintain operational excellence. The course includes relevant CPI tools such as Lean, Six Sigman, Theory of Constraints and Benchmarking. The course will also show managers how to conduct a stategic planning session with senior leadership and straegically align their organizations to maximize the use of CPI tools. Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program or approval to seek the stand-alone Graduate Certificate in Aerospace Management. This course is an elective for all MBA students, but is a required course for students seeking the Graduate Certificate in Aerospace Management.
MBA 6410 - Global Macroeconomic Conditions Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
Spring [1st Blk]
This course will focus on the impact of global macroeconomic conditions on firm decision-making. To review and analyze current macroeconomic topics, a theoretical framework is developed, from the start showing the linkages among national economies. This framework is used to analyze and forecast business cycles, interest rates, exchange rates, causes of trade deficits, short- and long-term consequences of fiscal and monetary policy decisions, and the globalization of financial markets. Examples from different countries are used to enhance knowledge of the world economy. Additional foundation course work in economics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6040 , or equivalent course in economics.
MBA 6420 - The Economics of Industry Credits: (3)
This course will focus on the behavior of the individual firm in different market settings, competitive and imperfectly competitive. We are concerned with the strategic behavior of firms under different industry structures as they struggle with the pressures of competition. Students will study how differing levels of the firm’s market power impacts pricing and output policies, product differentiation, and barriers to entry. In addition, the student will learn the basics of game theory and use it to analyze the strategic behavior of firms. Topics will include different types of pricing strategies including price discrimination, pricing of product lines, predatory pricing, peak load pricing, and entry deterrence. Issues of non-price competition such as research and development, information, externalities, moral hazard, and firm structure will also be discussed. The course includes both supplemental readings designed to illustrate real-world applications of the theoretical principles developed as well as in-class experiments in strategic behavior designed to illustrate certain theoretical conclusions. Additional foundation course work in economics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6040 , or equivalent course in economics.
MBA 6430 - International Marketing Credits: (3)
The course provides foundational knowledge and practical application of international marketing principles and practices so as to prepare participants for entry-level marketing positions in the global context.
MBA 6440 - Strategic Leadership Credits: (3)
This course will expose students to the strategic nature of leadership. Students will evaluate and discuss key principles and frameworks of leadership through the case method. Students will study leadership styles, situational leadership, personal leadership, and power & influence, as they relate to strategy.
MBA 6450 - Leadership Through People Skills Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
Summer [1st Blk]
This course will provide a highly applied introduction to the interpersonal dynamics of leading and motivating others. Emphasis will be placed on the development and acquisition of key behaviors, skills, techniques and mental models for influencing others through sound people skills. By means of hands-on application, role-playing and “learning-by-doing” activities, students will learn to listen for understanding and insight; gain commitment rather than compliance; manage conflict; adapt their style to different people; apply influence skills in all directions; and develop insights into their impact on others.
MBA 6510 - Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
This course engages class participants in a detailed study of the practices, techniques, policies and applications of theory in investments. Emphasis will be on an understanding of security markets, analysis, asset allocation, portfolio management and evaluation. Students will examine and apply investment tools and evaluate financial policies. Cases and applied research in the form of outside readings will assist students to focus on key issues and current topics. Course work in finance may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements. Prerequisite: MBA 6130 .
MBA 6520 - International Business Field Studies Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [1st Blk]
This course integrates international travel and site visits with the study of international business topics. Through readings, assignments, discussions, and visits to important business and cultural sites in the destination countries, the course builds understanding and competence in international business practices and managing across cultures. This course entails travel expenses beyond regular tuition and may be repeated when offered to a different world region. May be repeated 3 times with a maximum of 9 credit hours.
MBA 6530 - E-Business Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
The Internet has become an important influence in the world. Business on the internet, in terms of operations, marketing, security, etc., has increased concomitantly in influence. This course will provide a foundation for understanding the possibilities and potential pitfalls for doing e-business.
MBA 6540 - Negotiations Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [2nd Blk]
Summer [2nd Blk]
The purpose of this course is to provide opportunities for class participants to develop their negotiating abilities for use in organizational and other settings. The course is premised on the assumption that negotiating concepts are best learned through practice which is grounded in rigorous analysis and reflection. While theoretical principles and concepts from various reference disciplines (such as social psychology, sociology, and economics) will be presented through lectures and readings, this course will focus primarily on improving practical skills. Class participants will not only learn to enhance their individual abilities in dyadic and group situations, but also to analyze contexts for the most effective application of these skills.
MBA 6550 - Managing and Improving Quality Credits: (3)
This course examines how organizations can gain competitive advantage by improving the quality and productivity of their business processes, manufactured goods and service outputs. Customer-focused approaches for designing, controlling and improving processes are emphasized, together with other concepts and approaches of quality management. Specific topics include process analysis, problem-solving methods, variability and statistical process control, performance measurement, and quality management systems. Guest lectures from industry professionals, experiential learning exercises and cases from manufacturing and service industries will assist students in understanding key issues and current topics. Prerequisite: MBA 6050 & MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in statistics.
MBA 6560 - Business/Market Planning Using Online Resources Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [2nd Blk]
In this hands-on project-oriented course, students learn to (1) develop and write effective business/marketing plans and (2) use online resources to gather pertinent market, competitor, and environmental information. Students may develop a business/marketing plan for an existing business or for a potential start-up of interest to them. Alternatively, they may write a business/marketing plan and conduct requisite research and data analyses for a business suggested by the course instructor. Learning is facilitated primarily via practical discovery exercises, an extensive term project, and coaching. Although lectures and reading assignments serve to convey essential background knowledge, especially during the first half of the course, much class time is devoted to working on plans in teams under the instructor’s guidance.
MBA 6580 - Project Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [1st Blk]
This course is a study of topics involved with managing projects. It examines the roles and skills of the project manager and the project office. Students will study the phases of the project life cycle, specifically the activities, requirements, methodologies, and tools common in project management.
MBA 6590 - Strategic Business Tax Planning Credits: (3)
This course examines tax strategy and planning topics related to making important business decisions. The course addresses business formations, operations, terminations, reorganizations, acquisitions, and divisions. The course also covers tax issues related to multi-state and multi-national business transactions. Unique issues related to executive compensation, partnerships, limited liability companies, S corporations and C corporations are also addressed. Prerequisite: MBA 6010 or equivalent course in business law; MBA 6020 or equivalent courses in accounting.
MBA 6630 - Networking & Information Systems Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
This course covers the role of networking technology in information systems. Through hands-on and conceptual knowledge, students will learn how data communications and networks are used to facilitate decentralized and distributed systems in support of decision making. Various aspects of networking including standards, media, network design and applications will be covered. Students will gain hands-on familiarity with a local area network and the Internet. Prerequisite: Admittance to MACC, MBA or MHA program.
MBA 6640 - Information Assurance in the Enterprise Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [2nd Blk]
This course covers the basic principles and concepts in information assurance. It examines the managerial, operational, and organizational issues of securing information systems. Topics include legal and ethical issues in computer security; privacy concerns; malware; security awareness at the executive, technical and user levels; physical security, personnel security issues; policies and procedures; the need for enterprise security awareness; and the need for an enterprise security organization. Case studies and exercises in the computer lab will be used to provide examples of the need for organizations to develop security procedures and policies. Prerequisite: Admittance to MACC, MBA or MHA program.
MBA 6680 - Graduate Consulting Project Credits: (3)
Graduate students are given the opportunity to consult with an existing organization, make recommendations for improvements, and assist in implementing changes in the organization. Students meet periodically with supervising faculty to review results. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
MBA 6700 - Managing for Sustainability Credits: (3)
This course explores how business organizations can address environmental issues to meet societal needs and create competitive advantages. Emphasis is placed on understanding the impacts of businesses on the natural environment; identifying the opportunities for businesses to align their strategies and practices toward more sustainable business models; and using various methods and tools for measuring and improving the environmental performance of individual business organizations and the business system as a whole. Major topics include frameworks for understanding business and environmental sustainability; innovation, design and assessment of green products/services; green marketing issues; green purchasing; environmental management systems; operations and supply chain management issues for environmental sustainability. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA program; or graduate standing with permission of the MBA program.
MBA 6710 - Accounting and Finance for Environmental Sustainability Credits: (3)
This course will expose MBA students to contemporary accounting and finance thought on environmental sustainability. The course will be divided into accounting and finance modules. The focus of the accounting module will include measurement and reporting of the environmental sustainability of business practices. The focus of the finance module will include capital budgeting for sustainability, financial assessment of sustainable business practices, and investing in environmental sustainability.
MBA 6720 - Business, Economics, and the Environment Credits: (3)
Environmental economics considers the efficient and equitable use of society’s scarce environmental resources. Environmental resources include air, water, land, wildlife, biodiversity, and ecological systems. The allocation of environmental resources will be considered from different perspectives: (1) market allocations; (2) efficient allocations; (3) equitable allocations; and (4) government attempts to allocate these resources efficiently. Topics of the course include property rights, market failures, benefit-cost analysis, welfare economics, non-market valuation, environmental regulation, and sustainable development and business practices. Emphasis will be placed on the impacts on the firm resulting from environmental problems and regulations; and on sustainable business practices. Prerequisite: MBA 6040 , MBA 6051 or equivalent.
MBA 6730 - Consulting Project in Sustainability Credits: (3)
Graduate students are given the opportunity to consult with an existing organization, evaluate sustainable business practices, make recommendations for improvements, and assist in implementing changes in the organization. Students meet periodically with supervising faculty to review results. Prerequisite: Instructor approval and MBA 6700 , MBA 6710 , and MBA 6720 .
MBA 6740 - Principles of Contract Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [2nd Blk]
Students will gain an overview of the fundamentals of contract management from the development of acquisition requirements, solicitation/proposal, negotiation, contract formation, contract performance, and contract closeout. Learn the basics of what it takes to solicit, procure, negotiate and administer contracts and subcontracts while gaining a broad understanding of business principles to establish long-term relationships with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. Explore an insider’s view of the roles and responsibilities of contract administrators and the various interfaces with program management and other internal disciplines. Learn how to identify the basic differences between contract types and how they are selected to mitigate risk in a contractual environment, as well as exploring the key distinctions between commercial, government and international contracting processes.
MBA 6750 - Financial Aspects of Contract Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
Within the context of contract management, students will learn how to structure cash flow through financial methods that include invoice timing, pricing, overhead considerations, advance payments, letters of credit and other financial sources. Gain a comprehensive knowledge of accounting systems, budgeting, reporting, auditing and settlements. Enhance the profitability of your business through prudent contracting financial practices.
MBA 6760 - Legal Aspects of Contract Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Within the context of contract management, students will gain a working knowledge of stakeholder requirements, applicable common law, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and other local, state and federal regulations and law that must be adhered to throughout the contract management process. Students will learn the legal aspects of contract management with an emphasis on real world, day-to-day application. Students will explore all phases of managing an approved contract successfully through completion of performance including change management, communications, negotiations, contract types, terms and conditions, risks, defaults, terminations, claims and much more. Students will participate in projects and discussions to rapidly enhance knowledge and proficiency in contract management in order to apply classroom concepts in the workplace.
MBA 6800 - Directed Study Credits: (1-3)
Directed individual study and research on special topics related to business. May be repeated for a cumulative total of three credits. Prerequisite: Written approval of MBA program and instructor.
Course Descriptions - MACCMaster of Accounting Program (MACC)
MACC 6120 - Financial Accounting & Reporting Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
In-depth coverage of financial accounting and reporting topics from a theoretical and practical standpoint through a combination of reading assignments, classroom lecture/discussion sessions, assignments, cases, and student presentations. Topics include the FASB and the standard-setting process; SEC policy and practice; accounting for leases, post-employment benefits, deferred income taxes, and stock compensation plans.
MACC 6130 - Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
A study of governmental and nonprofit accounting concepts including revenue and expense recognition; asset and liability valuation; and reporting, disclosure, and financial analysis. Includes in-depth discussion of the new GASB reporting model for governments and analysis of actual government financial statements produced using the new model.
MACC 6160 - Financial Statement Analysis Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Comprehensive study of the analysis and interpretation of financial statements by external decision makers and the impact of accounting conventions and alternative standards on analytical measures.
MACC 6210 - Ethical Considerations & Legal Liability Credits: (3)
A study of the ethics espoused by accountants and their professional organizations with attention given to the current legal climate in which accountants operate.
MACC 6310 - Advanced Cost Accounting Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Advanced cost accounting topics including cost accounting for non-manufacturing organizations, human information processing, activity resource usage, pricing, performance measurement, and non-routine decisions.
MACC 6330 - Strategic Management Accounting Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
A study and analysis of advanced managerial accounting subjects. Examines the impact of accounting information on managerial processes including planning, organizing, and controlling.
MACC 6560 - Advanced Auditing & Assurance Services Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Advanced topics of auditing and assurance services including professional and technical aspects of auditing practice, introduction to SEC, ethics and legal responsibilities, fraud, recent auditing developments, sampling techniques for decision making, internal control, and risk assessment.
MACC 6570 - Information Systems Auditing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Methods, techniques, controls, and procedures used in the audit of computerized accounting systems.
MACC 6580 - Internal Auditing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Internal audit profession, internal control, risk assessment, evidence gathering, audit management, internal/external auditor relations, environmental auditing and federal sentencing guidelines, and audit reporting.
MACC 6610 - Advanced Accounting Information Systems Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
An advanced study of accounting information systems including general ledger, principles, tools, and techniques for controls, database systems, management query, and data analysis tools and systems. Course integrates projects and case studies where applicable.
MACC 6801 - Individual Study Credits: (1, 2, 3)
Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, on special topics not included in the announced course offerings. Prerequisite: Approval of Graduate Coordinator and Instructor.
MACC 6802 - Individual Study Credits: (1, 2, 3)
Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, on special topics not included in the announced course offerings. Prerequisite: Approval of Graduate Coordinator and Instructor.
MACC 6803 - Individual Study Credits: (1, 2, 3)
Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, on special topics not included in the announced course offerings. Prerequisite: Approval of Graduate Coordinator and Instructor.
MACC 6991 - Lecture Seminar Credits: (1, 2, 3)
Lecture and discussion of current accounting topics by individuals from business and industry.
MACC 6992 - Lecture Seminar Credits: (1, 2, 3)
Lecture and discussion of current accounting topics by individuals from business and industry.
MACC 6993 - Lecture Seminar Credits: (1, 2, 3)
Lecture and discussion of current accounting topics by individuals from business and industry.
Course Descriptions - MTAXMaster of Taxation (MTAX)
MTAX 6400 - Tax Research & Communication Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Techniques in effective tax research, planning and communication. Also includes a discussion of tax policy.
MTAX 6410 - International Taxation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Principles of U.S. taxation applicable to inbound and outbound international transactions. Also covers issues related to international tax treaties.
MTAX 6420 - Taxation of Gifts, Estates, & Trusts Credits: (3)
Principles of estate & gift taxation and valuation. Also includes wills and intestate succession and income taxation of estates and trusts.
MTAX 6425 - Tax Practice, Procedure & Ethics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Detailed study of tax procedure in the context of a tax practice. Also covers legal and ethical requirements applicable to tax practitioners and their clients in complying with tax laws.
MTAX 6430 - Advanced Individual Taxation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
In-depth coverage of advanced individual tax issues such as alternative minimum tax, loss limitations, real estate transactions, stock options, employment taxes, tax credits, charitable contributions, interest classification, related-party transactions, and timing of income/loss recognition.
MTAX 6440 - Exempt Entities & State & Local Taxation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
Nonprofit corporations, public charities, private foundations, excise taxes, unrelated business income, and compliance issues for tax-exempt entities. State income taxation, nexus, constitutional limitations, sales tax, excise tax, property tax, and other current state and local tax issues.
MTAX 6450 - Real Estate Taxation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
In-depth study and analysis of the taxation of real estate transactions. Covers topics such as like-kind exchanges, personal residences, real estate development, passive loss rules, involuntary conversions, casualty losses, and real estate investment trusts.
MTAX 6460 - Advanced Corporate Taxation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Income taxation of corporations and shareholders. Includes in-depth analysis of tax issues related to corporate formations, operations, distributions and liquidations. Also covers the taxation of S corporations.
MTAX 6470 - Advanced Partnership Taxation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Income taxation of partnerships and partners. Includes in-depth analysis of tax issues related to partnership formations, operations, distributions and liquidations. Also covers issues related to limited liability companies.
MTAX 6480 - Retirement Planning & Employee Benefits Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Consideration of tax, insurance, investment and estate planning principles from a retirement perspective. Includes discussion of sources of retirement income and anticipated retirement expenses.
MTAX 6490 - Mergers, Acquisitions and Consolidations Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
In-depth coverage of advanced corporate tax topics such as tax-free corporate reorganizations, taxable stock acquisitions, taxable asset acquisitions, affiliated groups, consolidated returns, and corporate tax shelters. Prerequisite: (Recommended) MTAX 6460 .
Course Descriptions - BSAD, FIN, IST, MGMT, MKTG, SCMDepartment of Business Administration
BSAD 1010 - Introduction to Business Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Online]
Summer [Online]
Relation of business managers and firms to contemporary society and the global economy. Topics include human values and ethics in the workplace, multiculturalism, social responsibilities of business, business functions, and general principles of effective business operation.
BSAD 2704 TD - Information Resources in the Business Disciplines Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
Spring [Online]
Information Resources in the Business Disciplines is a one credit hour course that will assist students in developing information literacy and basic research skills to support life-long learning. Students will develop skills in identifying, locating, retrieving, documenting, and critically evaluating both electronic and print resources that are appropriate for undergraduate research, with emphasis in the business disciplines. Completion of this course meets part D of the WSU Computer and Information Literacy requirement. Cross listed with LIBS 2704 .
BSAD 2899 - Business Foundations and Admission Assessment Credits: (0)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
Spring [Online]
Summer [Online]
Completion of BSAD 2899 is required of all students pursuing any major, minor, emphasis or certificate awarded by the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics. The course objectives are: 1) assessment of Business Foundation knowledge, and 2) admittance to the Goddard School. Students must have an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher and a Business Foundation GPA of 2.5 or higher and a minimum grade of “C-” in each of the five Business Foundation courses. Credit/No credit. Pre/Co-requisite: ACTG 2010 , ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , IST 2010 , QUAN 2600 . Department registration approval is required. Students should register for this course concurrent with (same semester as) their last Business Foundation course (ACTG 2010 , ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , IST 2010 and QUAN 2600 ) or after the required Business Foundation courses have been completed.
BSAD 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6)
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
BSAD 3000 - Small Business Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
This course is designed for students majoring outside the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics. It will not be counted for credit toward graduation for students majoring in the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics. It covers the business management concepts involved in starting and/or managing a small business.
BSAD 3200 - Legal Environment of Business Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
Introduction to the legal and judicial system, emphasizing the application of regulatory law (e.g., antitrust, employment discrimination, etc.) and selected common law topics (e.g., contracts, agency, etc.).
BSAD 3330 - Business Ethics & Environmental Responsibility Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
An introduction to the rudiments of moral reasoning, concepts and principles, and their application to common ethical issues faced in business. Special attention will be given to moral issues associated with the use of the natural environment by businesses. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , BSAD 3200 .
BSAD 3500 - Introduction to Business Research Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Introduces students to gathering and analyzing primary and secondary data for a wide range of business applications, such as assessing customer or employee satisfaction. Students are introduced to CD ROM databases, other library resources, questionnaire development and administration, basic data analysis, and research report writing. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , QUAN 3610 .
BSAD 3600 - [World Region] Business and Society Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
The world region or country covered in this course varies and will be indicated in the specific course title and on the student’s transcript (e.g., European Business and Society, Japanese Business and Society, etc.). For a specified world region or country, this course considers its historical and cultural roots, together with modern societal issues, as they relate to business; the role of business in society; economic development, industrial policy, and trade relations; and management and business practices, including sociocultural considerations, in the specified world region or country. Prerequisite: (Recommended) Prior course work in business or economics or the appropriate foreign language(s) or culture, or in-country experience.
BSAD 4210 - Survey of Business Law Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Online]
An overview of sales, negotiable instruments, property, and debtor/ creditor relations and other selected legal topics. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , BSAD 3200 .
BSAD 4401 - E-Commerce Credits: (3)
Technologies, strategies, and methods for an electronic approach to financial, purchasing, marketing, and order fulfillment processes. Emphasis is on creating successful business strategies to exploit Internet and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) capabilities. Prerequisite: MKTG 3010 or concurrent enrollment in MKTG 3010 .
BSAD 4500 - Entrepreneurship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Integration of various functional areas of business as they relate to evaluating, creating, planning, and managing new business ventures. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; MKTG 3010 ; MGMT 3010 , MGMT 3200 .
BSAD 4620 - Executive Lectures Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
This course is designed to acquaint the students with successful executives, their personal styles and philosophies as leaders, and the keys to their effectiveness. The course may be repeated for credit to a maximum of two credit hours. Credit/No credit. The format is a series of weekly one-hour lectures delivered by guest executives.
BSAD 4680 - Small Business Diagnostics Credits: (3)
Senior level class. Diagnostic analysis of small business issues through the use of case studies. Students will work both individually and in teams to analyze the health of sample small businesses, identify issues and develop recommendations for remediation. Case issues will cover a broad spectrum of typical small business issues and require the student to evaluate based on all areas of business operations. Research, written reports and presentations are required. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior-level student; Instructor approval.
BSAD 4780 - Strategic Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
A capstone course for seniors designed to facilitate integration of the knowledge gained in earlier courses. Focus of the course is on the total enterprise. Emphasis is on crafting well-conceived strategies and on successful strategy implementation. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , BSAD 3200 , SCM 3050 , FIN 3200 , MGMT 3010 , MGMT 3200 or NTM 3250 , MKTG 3010 , Senior standing.
BSAD 4800 - Independent Research Credits: (1-3)
Directed research and study on an individual basis. May be repeated until a total of 4 hours credit is accumulated. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Written Instructor Approval.
BSAD 4850 - Business Administration Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This course is designed for students who wish to explore business administration theory and practice in countries other than the U.S. Students will study international business as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 . May be repeated once up to 6 credits.
BSAD 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-3)
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
ENTR 1001 - Principles of Entrepreneurship Credits: (1)
This course explores the process and theory designed to help ideation become customer needs driven to buffer against startup failure. By the end of the course, students will have created, tested and updated a business model based entirely upon customer feedback and customer development methodologies as described in Business Model Generation and Start-up Owners Manual textbooks.
ENTR 1002 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship Credits: (1.5)
This course outlines the differences between traditional business and the entrepreneurial venture. Students will also begin to understand the concepts of a business model and customer development via guiding texts – Business Model Generation [BMG] and The Startup Owner’s Manual [SOM] at a much deeper level. By the end of the course students will understand the unique elements of the entrepreneurial venture and appropriate business models and customer development. Prerequisite: ENTR 1001 or Admission to GSBE.
ENTR 1003 - Ideation and Customer Development: Testing Ideas with Customers Credits: (1.5)
This course explores the process and theory designed to help ideation become customer needs driven to buffer against startup failure. By the end of the course, students will have created, tested and updated a business model based entirely upon customer feedback and customer development methodologies as described in Business Model Generation and Start-up Owners Manual textbooks. Prerequisite: ENTR 1001 , BSAD 2899 or ECON 2899 .
ENTR 1004 - Entrepreneurial Finance: Bootstrapping, Accounting & Survival Tactics Credits: (3)
This course presents traditional and non-traditional financing techniques appropriate for the entrepreneurial business start up. Students will explore the application of corporate finance tools to new venture and private equity transactions including forecast simulations and the application of real options. The course will view finance from the entrepreneur, lender and investor’s perspectives. By the end of the course students will be able to evaluate and apply a range of financial techniques for business start up purposes. Prerequisite: ENTR 1001 , BSAD 2899 or ECON 2899 .
ENTR 2001 - Sales and Marketing: Scaling a Successful Business Model Credits: (3)
This course takes students who have successfully identified a start-up and teaches them the process of customer development, product development, business models and selling ideas to investors and customers. This includes examining a range of marketing techniques that are available for low to no cost. This course will look at alternatives to these traditional methods and students will, through hands on efforts, test these methods with real customers. By the end of the course students will be able to analyze business ideas for commercial viability. Prerequisite: ENTR 1004 .
ENTR 3002 - Starting the Business Credits: (3)
The aim of this course is for students to develop a business model that they will validate and iterate via paying and participating customers including managing budgets and spending plans designed to launch a business using actual dollars. Student teams will present their company at the beginning of the course as teams and will then use student start-up funds to launch their business. By the end of the course students will have launched a real start up business. Prerequisite: ENTR 2001 .
ENTR 3003 - Growing the Business Credits: (3)
This course helps students take their start-ups business to the next level and accelerate the pace of customer validation and acquisition. This course will focus on launching the business from a student run start-up in a university setting, to a standalone company that can operate outside the confines of a college campus. Prerequisite: ENTR 3002 .
FIN 1010 - Personal Finance Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
Personal and family budgeting, installment buying, borrowing money, buying a home, life and property insurance, personal investment, and retirement and estate planning.
FIN 2300 - Introduction to Investments Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
A study of investment opportunities, mechanics, analysis, risk, and risk management at the introductory level. This course is designed for non finance majors and will not be accepted as a substitute for FIN 3300 .
FIN 3200 - Financial Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [1st Blk]
Financial analysis, planning and control, working capital management, capital budgeting, and short-term and long-term financing. Student use of computers is required for the preparation of case study material used to enhance the presentation of selected topics presented in the course. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; QUAN 3610 .
FIN 3300 - Investments Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [2nd Blk]
An in-depth study of principles, concepts, and tools used in the investment field as they relate to investment opportunities, mechanics, financial statement analysis, risk, and portfolio management. Computer use is required to access the Dow-Jones market analyzer investment software and in the preparation and analysis of investment portfolios. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; FIN 3200 .
FIN 3350 - Financial Institutions Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [1st Blk]
A study of the functions and significance of the major financial institutions, such as commercial savings institutions, with an emphasis on management problems, regulations, credit appraisal, and loan types. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; FIN 3200 .
FIN 3400 - Real Estate Principles and Practices Credits: (3)
Fundamental economic aspects of real estate with emphasis on realty as a commodity of trade. The subject matter in this course is of general interest to both those desiring to enter the real estate profession and those who only intend to own real estate.
FIN 3500 - Capital Budgeting Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Capital investment decision-making procedures relative to make/ buy, lease/buy, working capital, replacements, and new investment decisions. Involves use of the computer in the analysis of cash flows and capital acquisition alternatives. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; FIN 3200 .
FIN 4400 - Financial Problems - Corporate Finance Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Problems in financial management with an emphasis on corporate finance. Use of financial software and computers is an integral part of problem solutions. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; FIN 3200 . May be repeated 3 times for credit.
FIN 4410 - Financial Problems - Investments Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Problems in financial management with an emphasis on investments. Use of financial software and computers is an integral part of problem solutions. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; FIN 3300 . May be repeated 3 times for credit.
FIN 4800 - Independent Research Credits: (1-3)
Directed research and study on an individual basis. May be repeated until a total of 4 hours credit is accumulated. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Written Instructor Approval.
FIN 4850 - Finance Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This course is designed for students who wish to explore financial theory and practice in countries other than the U.S. Students will study international finance as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 . May be repeated once up to 6 credits.
FIN 4860 - Finance Internship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
A structured professional-level field experience. The student will be counseled and supervised as he/she applies and integrates the knowledge and skills obtained through finance courses. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Instructor approval.
FIN 4900 - Special Topics in Finance Credits: (4)
Special treatment of current topics in Finance. This course will involve primary and/or secondary research by class participants. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; FIN 3200 ; Instructor approval.
IST 1100 SS - The Digital Society Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, 1st Blk, Online]
Summer [Online]
The explosive growth of information technologies in general, and the Internet in particular, has irreversibly changed the way we work and play. This course prepares students to be knowledgeable citizens of cyberspace. It reviews our social institutions and how they are being impacted by information technology as well as the ways in which technology has been shaped by our social institutions. The course also provides hands-on experience with a variety of Internet tools.
IST 2010 TE - Business Computer Skills Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
Spring [Online]
Summer [Online]
This course prepares all students in business and economics to demonstrate current competence in desktop software commonly used in the business environment. The course covers computer competencies students will use in their business functional and cross-functional core courses, using more complex features of desktop software. It is followed by a hands-on exam that tests these competencies. Completion of IST TE2010 and an Information Literacy course (BSAD 2704 or LIBS 2704 , or LIBS 1704 , or NTM 1504 ) meets the WSU computer and information literacy requirement. Credit/No credit.
IST 2015 - Introduction to Information Systems & Technologies Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
Spring [1st Blk]
This course introduces the student to the role played by computer technology in business strategy and problem resolution. It also introduces information technologies used in information systems, including: software development, hardware, operating systems, network management, project planning, and career paths. Students will develop their academic IST program plan. Lecture series by IST Faculty.
IST 2110 - Software Development I Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of software construction using a contemporary programming language. This includes the IDE (Integrated Development Environment), syntaxes of the language, basic programming constructs, data representation, object concepts, programming flow control and problem solving logic. Students will design, program and debug several business application projects. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 .
IST 2410 - Information Systems Architecture Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides students with a thorough grounding in computer hardware and operating system software, peripheral devices and contemporary information system architecture, including its structure, theory, and applications.
IST 2720 - Data Structures and Algorithms Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course introduces the basics of specifying abstract data types, control structures and modularization, and using them to design programs. Commonly used data structures and algorithms are studied. Emphasis is made on choosing data structures and algorithms appropriate for solving given business problems. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 and IST 2110 .
IST 2891 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4)
Open to all associate’s degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special IST project with their current employer, subject to approval by the Business Administration Department. Credit is determined by hours/week of work. Prerequisite: Department Approval.
IST 2892 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4)
Open to all associate’s degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special IST project with their current employer, subject to approval by the Business Administration Department. Credit is determined by hours/week of work. Prerequisite: Department Approval.
IST 2893 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4)
Open to all associate’s degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special IST project with their current employer, subject to approval by the Business Administration Department. Credit is determined by hours/week of work. Prerequisite: Department Approval.
IST 2894 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4)
Open to all associate’s degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special IST project with their current employer, subject to approval by the Business Administration Department. Credit is determined by hours/week of work. Prerequisite: Department Approval.
IST 3110 - Information Technology for Business Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
This course provides students hands-on experience with information technology tools useful for academic and professional activities. It will prepare students to use information technologies effectively to improve productivity and promote competitive position in the marketplace. Prerequisite: IST 2010 , ENGL 1010 and MATH 1010 .
IST 3210 - Database Design and Implementation Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides a comprehensive coverage of business database systems. Students will learn how to design, implement and manage databases. They will learn both GUI interface and how to use the Structured Query Language (SQL). They will also gain experience in using an enterprise level, multi-user database. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 and IST 2110 .
IST 3610 - Networks & Data Communications I Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides coverage of local area networks (LAN) technology and operations with emphasis on design and configuration issues. Design topics cover various aspects of internetworking devices, bridges and gates, backbones, gateways and wide area network (WAN) connectivity. Configuration topics include installing a network operating system, hardening a server, creating user accounts, managing the network, connecting devices and monitoring the network. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , and IST 2410 .
IST 3620 - Networks and Data Communications II Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
In this intensive hands-on course, the student will acquire the skills and techniques needed to configure, troubleshoot and support reliable TCP/IP internetworks. The student will learn the essentials of building an internetwork, including routing, configuring the Domain Name Server (DNS), setting up and managing a web server, configuring a firewall and IDS, and standards-based email. Students will also participate in configuring clients, redesigning networks and troubleshooting routing. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 and IST 3610 .
IST 3700 - E-business Technologies & Web Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides students with knowledge of technologies needed in planning, implementing and supporting web-hosted applications and on-line commerce. Topics include web and commerce server design and deployment, search engines n-tier web architecture and supporting software, client-side/server-side programming with data-bound controls and session management, e-business application languages, markup languages, on-line payment mechanisms, systems reliability and security, scalability analysis, and solutions sourcing. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 and IST 2110 .
IST 3710 - Global Issues in Information Technology Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
Spring [Online]
Summer [Online]
This course shows how information technology is used as a key competitive advantage by multinational and transnational businesses. Topics include global perspectives on coordination and control, cultural dimensions, and geo-political considerations of global information technology applications. Prerequisite: Business Foundations and BSAD 2899 .
IST 3720 - Software Development II Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course builds on the software development skills learned in Software Development I. Topics include class hierarchies, inheritance and interfaces, object aggregation, data structure and collections, file management, threading, network programming, and the design of multi-tiered, distributed computing applications involving relational databases. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 and IST 2720 .
IST 3730 - Systems Analysis and Design Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
This course provides the knowledge and skills to design and implement computer-based systems to solve business problems. Topics include feasibility studies, requirement analysis, system design and development, implementation and testing. Students will learn the use of appropriate methodologies and tools, including object-oriented modeling and the use of computer-aided software engineering (CASE). Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , IST 3210 , and IST 3610 .
IST 3750 - Electronic Business Communications Credits: (3)
This course gives students knowledge regarding the best practices in designing or developing electronic presentations, meetings, and collaborations. This course also familiarizes students with technologies fostering effective communication in virtual situations. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , MGMT 3200 or NTM 3250 .
IST 4600 - Information Security I Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
In a computer-literate age, sophisticated criminals use computers in their illegal and destructive activities. This course discusses cyber crime and teaches students how to: recognize the patterns of an impending attack; detect attacks; set up a secure environment; and use tools to investigate cyber crime. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 and IST 3610 .
IST 4620 - Information Security Basics Credits: (3)
In a computer-literate age, sophisticated criminals use computers in their illegal and destructive activities. This course discusses cybercrime and teaches students to understand networks; the phases of computer hacking; and setting up a secure environment. Prerequisite: Business Foundations, BSAD 2899 and IST 2410 or IST 3610 .
IST 4700 - Information Security II Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course covers the basic principles and concepts in information security and information assurance. It examines the technical, operational, and organizational issues of securing information systems. Topics include operating system issues, viruses, security awareness at the executive, technical and user levels, physical security, personnel security issues, policies, procedures, and the need for an enterprise security organization. Case studies and exercises in the computer lab will be used to provide examples of the need for organizations to develop security procedures and policies. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 and IST 4600 .
IST 4710 - Enterprise Software Development Credits: (3)
This course covers the creation and integration of enterprise applications using object-oriented programming and distributed object technology. Topics include design issues for enterprise system development, application architectures, and integrating legacy data and applications with new enterprise systems. Students will use state-of-the-art practices to develop and implement systems. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 and IST 3720 .
IST 4720 - Emerging Information Technologies Credits: (3)
Variable Title
New information technologies can give early adopters significant competitive advantage when used with careful planning, or they can mean disaster if hastily implemented. This course covers how to conduct an environmental scan toward evaluating and implementing new information technologies. Prerequisite: Business Foundations, BSAD 2899 , and Business Administration Department approval. May be repeated once with a maximum of 6 credit hours.
IST 4730 - Senior Practicum: Project Management and Systems Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This is a capstone course for the IST major. It provides hands-on and problem-solving experience in all areas of information technology including systems analysis, design, systems implementation, network design, software development, and database design. Students will participate as a member of a team to complete a proposal or a project for a significant computer-based system. This course focuses on working with actual business problems as represented in a major case study. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , IST 2015 , IST 2110 , IST 2410 , IST 2720 , IST 3210 , IST 3610 , IST 3700 , and Business Administration Department approval.
IST 4801 - Individual Projects Credits: (1-3)
This course is open only to senior IST majors. Students will be required to complete an individual project, program, system, or research paper which will enhance their skills and marketability. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , Business Administration Department approval, and Senior standing.
IST 4802 - Individual Projects Credits: (1-3)
This course is open only to senior IST majors. Students will be required to complete an individual project, program, system, or research paper which will enhance their skills and marketability. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , Business Administration Department approval, and Senior standing.
IST 4803 - Individual Projects Credits: (1-3)
This course is open only to senior IST majors. Students will be required to complete an individual project, program, system, or research paper which will enhance their skills and marketability. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , Business Administration Department approval, and Senior standing.
IST 4810 - Experimental Courses Credits: (1-3)
Experimental or one-time courses designed to fill a need in the community or investigate interesting and unusual topics. May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
IST 4850 - Information Systems & Technology Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This course is designed for students who wish to explore information systems and technology theory and practice in countries other than the U.S. Students will study global information systems as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 . May be repeated once up to 6 credits.
IST 4891 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4)
Prerequisite: Business Administration Department Approval.
IST 4892 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4)
Prerequisite: Business Administration Department Approval.
IST 4893 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4)
Prerequisite: Business Administration Department Approval.
IST 4894 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4)
Prerequisite: Business Administration Department Approval.
IST 5930 - Professional Development Workshop in Information Technology Credits: (1-4)
Information technology professionals must remain current with new technologies to remain competitive in their careers. This course offers professional development in new systems and software as they enter the mainstream of information technology practice. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
IST 6610 - Information and Communications Technologies for e-Business Credits: (3)
Covers the information and communications technology infrastructure required to support a robust e-business activity. Issues such as reliability, scalability, security, and responsiveness as well as n-tier architectures are reviewed. Prerequisite: MACC, MBA, or IST Certificate program standing.
IST 6620 - Databases & Information Systems Credits: (3)
This course covers the role of database technology in information systems. Through hands-on and conceptual knowledge, students will learn how databases are used to construct and operate information systems designed to support decision making. Various aspects of database systems including both correct methods and problems encountered during the design, implementation and operation of database systems will be covered. Students will gain hands-on familiarity with a relational database system. Prerequisite: Admittance to MACC or MBA program and IST 3110 or equivalent.
IST 6800 - Directed Studies Credits: (1)
Directed individual study and research on special topics related to information assurance. May be repeated for a cumulative total of three credit hours. Prerequisite: Approval of Business Administration Department Chair and course instructor.
MGMT 2400 - Project Management Credits: (3)
Strategies and techniques for managing a project from inception to completion to meet all schedule, cost, and technical objectives. Knowledge and skills learned in this course prepare students to perform successfully the role of a project manager in any construction, engineering, health, information technology, business, or research and development project, although emphasis will be on project management within the Department of Defense. Topics include organizational structures, project planning and evaluation, cost estimating, quantitative methods in schedule and cost management, project information systems, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
MGMT 3010 - Organizational Behavior and Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem]
Focus of the course is on individual and group behavior in an organizational setting and on decision processes. Examples of topics included are motivation, group behavior, organizational design and development, organizational culture, and decision making theory.
MGMT 3200 - Managerial Communications Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Study of corporate communication methods to improve communication in organizations. Written and oral reports tailored to achieve strategic goals contingent upon business situations. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 , ENGL 2010 .
MGMT 3300 - Human Resource Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Study of principles and methods in managing specific aspects of human resources, either as an operating manager or as a human resource specialist. Topics include: legal constraints in managing human resources, strategic planning of human resources, recruitment, selection, orientation, performance evaluation, employee/ labor relations and communication programs, safety and health, and work scheduling. The computer will be used for analysis in certain areas studied. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; MGMT 3010 .
MGMT 3350 - Employment and Labor Law Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course will focus on legal and ethical issues most closely associated with Human Resource Management. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, ADEA, and ADA form the heart of this course. Other topics include FLSA, OSHA, ERISA, sexual harassment, drug testing and privacy. Labor law issues include preventing unionization, and dealing effectively with a union. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; MGMT 3300 .
MGMT 3400 - International Business Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
An exploration of the role of multi-national corporations in worldwide economic development and an analysis of the management processes of such corporations. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 .
MGMT 3450 - Business Studies Abroad-International Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
An exploration of the internationalization of economies and the analysis of international decision-making. Focus is internationalization as the central challenge for management. This course is taught at Fachhochschule Hof, Germany during each fall semester. Students enrolled in this course have to participate in the Study Abroad Program (Contact: Doris Geide-Stevenson, ext. 7634, dgsteven@ weber.edu). Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , MGMT 3010 . May be repeated 3 times for credit.
MGMT 3550 - The Cultural Environment of International Business Credits: (3)
This course considers issues in communication, negotiation and culture in international business relations. Topics include the role of language and nonverbal communication, contrasting cultural values and using sources of information on the culture of international business. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 .
MGMT 4300 - Influence and Group Effectiveness Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course is about getting things done through the use of influence. The course emphasizes influencing others and influencing a situation. Power and other forms of influence are studied in-depth. Topics also include an examination of group behavior in work setting and the management of work groups. All stages of group development are studied from the forming stage of a group to its development as a high performance, self managed team. Prerequisite: MGMT 3010 .
MGMT 4310 - Compensation and Benefits Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course is intended to provide the student with a basic working knowledge of compensation and benefits as an important part of the broader Human Resources field. The topics to be covered include: benefits management, job analysis, job evaluation, performance appraisal and recognition, and different approaches to employee compensation. The course is also designed to assist the student in their preparation for professional certification examinations in related areas. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; MGMT 3300 .
MGMT 4320 - Staffing Organizations Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively analyze and project organizational staffing requirements, recruit and select candidates, and effectively place employees in today’s complex organizations. Includes treatment of legal aspects of staffing process. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; MGMT 3300 .
MGMT 4350 - Training Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course is designed to provide prospective human resource managers with an understanding of the applicable theory and with the “tools” required to effectively manage the training function within an organization. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , MGMT 3300 .
MGMT 4400 - Advanced Organizational Behavior Credits: (3)
An in-depth study of leadership and organizational behavior. Focus is on the structural and behavioral variables that are most significant for organizational effectiveness. Both theory and application are emphasized. Prerequisite: MGMT 3010 .
MGMT 4650 - Negotiations Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides an opportunity for management students to obtain an understanding of negotiation concepts and to develop management negotiation skills. Because the objective is skill building, the course emphasizes hands-on experience through negotiation simulations. These role playing exercises are designed to simulate the situations and issues commonly faced in management/organizational settings (e.g., labor negotiations, contract provisions, vendor arrangements). Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , MGMT 3300 .
MGMT 4800 - Independent Research Credits: (1-3)
Directed research and study on an individual basis. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Written Instructor Approval. May be repeated until a total of 4 hours credit is accumulated.
MGMT 4810 - Experimental Courses Credits: (1-3)
Experimental or one-time courses designed to fill a need in the community or investigate interesting and unusual topics. May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
MGMT 4850 - Management Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This course is designed for students who wish to explore management theory and practice in countries other than the U.S. Students will study international business as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 . May be repeated once up to 6 credits.
MGMT 4860 - Management Internship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
A structured professional-level field experience. The student will be counseled and supervised as he/she applies and integrates the knowledge and skills obtained through the Management program courses. Students receiving credit in this course cannot also receive credit in MGMT 4865 . Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Instructor approval.
MGMT 4865 - Human Resource Internship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
A structured professional-level field experience. The student will be counseled and supervised as he/she applies and integrates the knowledge and skills obtained through the Human Resource or Management program. Students receiving credit in this course cannot receive credit for MGMT 4860 . Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Instructor approval.
MKTG 3010 - Marketing Concepts and Practices Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
This course includes planning, implementation, and control of the marketing process; consumer behavior; marketing research; segmentation and target marketing; and consideration of price, place, and promotion.
MKTG 3100 - Consumer Behavior Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Online]
Summer [Full Sem]
The application of psychological, sociological, and anthropological findings to the purchase and consumption of goods and services by ultimate and industrial consumers. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: MKTG 3010 .
MKTG 3200 - Selling and Sales Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Theory, methods, and techniques of personal selling in professional settings including analysis of buyer behavior, the delivery of customer satisfaction, and integration of personal selling with other marketing communication tools. Sales management includes managing the sales force, salesperson selection, deployment, compensation, training, field supervision and industrial marketing management. Prerequisite: MKTG 3010 .
MKTG 3450 - Promotion Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Strategic development of advertising, sales, sales management, public relations, and sales promotion programs. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , MKTG 3010 . Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: MKTG 3100 .
MKTG 3500 - Retail Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
Spring [Online]
Consideration of issues concerning the establishment and management of retail institutions. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; MKTG 3010 .
MKTG 3600 - International Marketing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
In this course students will learn the problems and procedures of marketing in foreign countries, including effects of foreign cultures and marketing systems on the design of marketing programs. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; MKTG 3010 .
MKTG 3700 - Business Studies Abroad - International Marketing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Basic principles of international marketing. Fundamentals of international market research including macro and micro-level analysis. Discusses international marketing as part of a global strategy. This course is taught at Fachhochschule Hof, Germany during each fall semester. Students enrolled in this course have to participate in the Study Abroad Program (Contact: Doris Geide-Stevenson, ext. 7634, dgsteven@weber.edu). Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , MKTG 3010 .
MKTG 4200 - Internet Marketing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course is an elective course for Information Systems & Technologies and Marketing majors. The course deals with the steps used in developing a marketing plan, orienting the plan to developing an Internet presence, and developing a World-Wide Web site to implement the on-line components of the plan. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , IST 3110 , MKTG 3010 .
MKTG 4400 - Marketing Strategy Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
Spring [Online]
This course centers on gaining and sustaining competitive advantages. It entails analyzing customers, competitors, and internal capabilities; then making appropriate product, pricing, promotion, and distribution decisions. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; ACTG 2020 ; MGMT 3200 ; MKTG 3010 .
MKTG 4800 - Independent Research Credits: (1-3)
Directed research and study on an individual basis. May be repeated until a total of 4 hours credit is accumulated. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Written Instructor Approval.
MKTG 4850 - Marketing Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This course is designed for students who wish to explore marketing theory and practice in countries other than the U.S. Students will study international marketing as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 . May be repeated once up to 6 credits.
MKTG 4860 - Marketing Internship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
A structured professional-level field experience. The student will be counseled and supervised as he/she applies and integrates the knowledge and skills obtained through the Marketing courses. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Instructor approval.
SCM 3050 - Operations and Logistics Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [1st Blk]
This course considers the management of an organization’s chain of value adding activities, from procurement of resources and transformation into manufactured goods and service outputs, through distribution to customers. Topics include operations strategy, quality, product and service design, process selection and layout, capacity, production scheduling, inventory, location, supply chain management, procurement, transportation, and other related issues and models. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 .
SCM 3500 - Computer Models/Applications Credits: (3)
This course concentrates on the use of computer software to aid in the solution and interpretation of operations management and logistics models. Emphasis is placed on problem identification, problem setup, computer solution, and interpretations of solution results. A significant portion of the course deals with sensitivity analysis which involves using different scenarios of inputs to see how sensitive the model solution is to variation. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; QUAN 3610 ; SCM 3050 .
SCM 3720 - Transportation and Global Supply Chain Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Examination of transportation principles, practices, and modes in domestic and international contexts; governmental and infrastructure issues; role of intermediaries; international logistics and import/export practices; and shipper, carrier, and intermodal strategies that facilitate efficient global commerce. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; SCM 3050 .
SCM 4050 - Contemporary Supply Chain Management Practices Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course incorporates readings, site visits, and case analysis to convey state-of-the-art and emerging operations management and logistics practices. Development of leading-edge strategies which promote a firm’s ability to differentiate itself in terms of its supply chain performance is emphasized. Field trips required. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; SCM 3050 .
SCM 4100 - Quality Management and Productivity Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
A survey of quality management principles and practices whereby manufacturing and service organizations achieve customer satisfaction and competitive advantage. Emphasis is on internal/ external customers, employee involvement, service quality, quality planning and design, process management and improvement, problem-solving tools, variation and statistical thinking, statistical process control, and quality management systems. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; QUAN 3610 ; SCM 3050 ; or Instructor Permission.
SCM 4410 - Materials and Inventory Management Credits: (3)
This course emphasizes materials requirements planning and the logistics processes which support production. Topics include MRP, MRPII, JIT, and classical inventory models. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; QUAN 3610 , SCM 3050 .
SCM 4600 - Simulation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course explores simulation modeling beginning with the basics of simulating a discrete distribution to construction of simulation models using spreadsheets to the use of complex production and logistical simulation models. Emphasis is placed on problem recognition, problem set-up, simulation model construction, and application and interpretation results. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; SCM 3050 .
SCM 4730 - Purchasing and Supply Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Strategic and procedural issues in the acquisition of materials, equipment, and services by industry. Emphasis is on the integration of the purchasing function into corporate strategy and the value-added contributions of a progressive supply function. Topics include procurement policies, supplier selection, B2B marketplaces, cost analysis and pricing, contract types, negotiation, and supplier management. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 , SCM 3050 , or instructor permission.
SCM 4800 - Independent Research Credits: (1-3)
Directed research and study on an individual basis. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Written Instructor Approval. May be repeated until a total of 4 hours credit is accumulated.
SCM 4850 - Supply Chain Management Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This course is designed for students who wish to explore supply chain management theory and practice in countries other than the U.S. Students will study global supply chain management as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 . Can be repeated once up to 6 credits.
SCM 4860 - Supply Chain Management Internship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
A structured professional-level field experience. The student will be counseled and supervised as he/she applies and integrates the knowledge and skills obtained through operations management and logistics courses. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 ; Senior Standing; Instructor approval.
Course Descriptions - ECON, QUANDepartment of Economics
ECON 1010 SS - Economics as a Social Science Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
An introduction to basic economic institutions and principles of economics for non-business and non-economics majors. The primary objective of the course is to provide a framework of economic approaches useful in the analysis of social problems. Topics include poverty, economic systems, crime, pollution, health, discrimination, unemployment, inflation, and the role of government in the economy.
ECON 1100 SS - Environmental Issues and Economic Policy Credits: (3)
An analysis of policies which affect environmental resources. Emphasis on economic analysis of renewable and nonrenewable resources, pollution, and public policy. This course demonstrates economic solutions to environmental problems, and the role economics plays in designing environmental policy.
ECON 1740 AI - Economic History of the United States Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
A critical study of the history of the American Economy, significant events, fundamental principles of a market economy, interactions between government and the market economy, and the evolution of fundamental economic institutions. Note: MATH 1050 is a prerequisite for all Economics courses numbered 2000 or higher.
ECON 2010 SS - Principles of Microeconomics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
The application of economic concepts to the analysis of scarcity of individual, firm, and organizational behavior. Topic coverage includes the theories of how consumers and firms make choices, and how various rules guide their respective decisions. The course also explores the theory of market structures, such as perfect and imperfect competition, as well as monopoly. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 with a “C” or higher grade.
ECON 2020 SS - Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Analyzes human behavior and choices as they relate to the entire economy, with specific focus on national income measurement, unemployment, inflation, business cycles, global trade, and economic growth. Implications of different government policies, e.g., changes in taxation, government spending, money supply or interest rates for a stable economy and steady growth are explored. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 with a “C” or higher grade and ECON 2010 .
ECON 2899 - Economics Foundations and Admission Assessment Credits: (0)
Typically taught:
Fall [Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Online]
Completion of ECON 2899 is required of all non-business Economics students pursuing any major, minor, emphasis or certificate awarded by the John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics. The course objectives are: 1) assessment of Business Foundation knowledge, and 2) admittance to the Goddard School. Students should register for this course concurrent with (same semester as) their last required Business Foundation course (ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 and QUAN 2600 ) or after the required Business Foundation courses have been completed. Students must have an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher and a Business Foundation GPA of 2.5 or higher and a minimum grade of “C-” in each of the three Business Foundation courses. Credit/No credit. Pre/ Co-requisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , QUAN 2600 .
ECON 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-3)
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
ECON 3030 - Managerial Economics Credits: (3)
This course uses the tools of differential calculus and regression theory to analyze the managerial decisions of individual firms. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 , QUAN 2600 , QUAN 3610 .
ECON 3090 - History of Economic Thought Credits: (3)
This course covers the major concepts and contributions of the scholars of the past in economic doctrine and interpretations. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 .
ECON 3110 - International Trade Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
An introduction to the pure theory of trade, international trade agreements and negotiations (e.g., GATT, EU and NAFTA) and the institutions designed to encourage trade. Emphasis on the benefits of free trade as well as the reasons for the existence of trade barriers such as tariffs and quotas. Special topics include trade in agricultural products and international labor migration. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 .
ECON 3120 - International Finance and Monetary Systems Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Applications of the principle of economics to the international monetary system. Special emphasis on the way in which international monetary institutions can facilitate trade. Macroeconomic models of an open economy are used to examine the effect that international trade and financial ties have on the domestic economy. Special topics include institutions such as the World Bank and the IMF, along with regional monetary unification in Europe. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 .
ECON 3150 - Business Studies Abroad-International Finance Credits: (3)
This course studies the globalization of financial markets and the environment in which international finance takes place, e.g., the international monetary system. With this background, a global financial strategy design for corporations will be discussed. This course is taught at Fachhochschule Hof, Germany during each fall semester. Students enrolled in this course have to participate in the Study Abroad Program (Contact: Doris Geide-Stevenson, ext. 7634, dgsteven@weber.edu).
ECON 3200 - Money and Banking Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course presents a detailed description and economic analysis of the U.S. financial system which includes the banking industry, bond and stock markets, and the Federal Reserve system. This course serves as an extension to the material covered in an introductory macroeconomics course. The enhanced understanding of the workings of the financial system, including the determination of interest rates, will be used to trace out the channels of monetary policy as conducted by the Federal Reserve and the effect of monetary policy on financial markets, such as the stock market. Prerequisite: ECON 2020 .
ECON 3400 - Labor Economics Credits: (3)
The study of labor economics explores choices made by the two sides of the labor market, employers and workers and how these choices interact in determining wage and employment levels. Hence, an important part of the course consists of a detailed analysis of labor demand and supply. This analysis is followed by a discussion of why the labor market often does not clear, i.e., why we observe unemployment. The analysis focuses on special features of the labor market such as minimum wage, labor unions and efficiency wages. Other topics include the effect of education and training on earnings, the optimal incentive structure of an employment contract and determinants of income inequality. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 .
ECON 3410 - Women in the World Economy Credits: (3)
Applications of the principles of economics to the analysis of the economic status of women in the U.S. and elsewhere. The focus is on labor markets, income differentials, the tax system and household work. Special consideration is given to women in developing economies. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 .
ECON 4010 - Intermediate Microeconomic Theory Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
The application of economic concepts to individual and firm behavior, consumer behavior, demand analysis, economics of the firm, and price theory. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 and BSAD 2899 or ECON 2899 .
ECON 4020 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
The building of standard models to test theories of long-run economic performance and short-term fluctuations in closed and open economies. Emphasis is placed on how fiscal and monetary policies encourage long-run growth while mitigating the negative effects of short-term fluctuations. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , QUAN 2400 or ECON 3030 , and BSAD 2899 or ECON 2899 .
ECON 4170 - Economic Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
The application of economic principles to the challenging problems of third world and developing nations including Africa, Asia, Latin America and the newly independent states of the Former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 .
ECON 4320 - Industrial Organization Credits: (3)
The theory and performance of firms and industries in the context of substantial market power and market regulation. Emphasis on oligopoly, game theory, and theory of markets within the context of global market competition. Prerequisite: QUAN 2400 or ECON 3030 , ECON 2010 .
ECON 4520 - Public Finance Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course covers the aspects of economic policy that arise in the operations of a public budget. Topics addressed include economic theories of bureaucracy, public expenditures, and taxation. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 .
ECON 4550 - Introduction to Econometrics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Advanced Regression Analysis. Topics include ordinary least squares, generalized least squares, nonlinear regression, dummy variables, autocorrelation, heteroskedasticity, and serial correlation. Computers used extensively. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 , QUAN 2400 or ECON 3030 , QUAN 3610 .
ECON 4560 - Mathematical Economics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Advanced application of mathematical modeling techniques to selected economic issues. Prerequisite: ECON 4010 , ECON 4020 , QUAN 3610 , QUAN 2400 or ECON 3030 .
ECON 4800 - Independent Research Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, in special topics not included in the announced course offerings. Prerequisite: QUAN 3610 and approval of instructor. May be repeated twice with a maximum of 3 credit hours.
ECON 4810 - Experimental Courses Credits: (1-3)
Experimental or one-time courses designed to fill a need in the community or investigate interesting and unusual topics. Prerequisite: ECON 2010 , ECON 2020 . May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
ECON 4850 - Economics Study Abroad Credits: (1-3)
This course is designed for students who will study economics at one of the international partner universities of the Goddard School of Business and Economics as part of an extended study abroad visit. Students will explore the international economic institutions, business culture, and applications of economic theory to countries outside of the US. Students will study international economics as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: ECON 2899 and BSAD 2899 . May be repeated once up to 6 credits.
ECON 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-3)
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics.
ECON 4980 - Research Methods Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
A course designed for senior economics majors which requires the completion of an extensive thesis project. This course will focus on the formulation of hypotheses, review of relevant literature, and either theoretical or empirical analysis. Prerequisite: Senior standing and department approval.
QUAN 2400 - Business Calculus Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Emphasis on applications of quantitative tools to problems in business. Topics include profit maximization, cost functions, demand analysis, and output maximization with budget constraints and resource allocation. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 with a “C” or higher grade or equivalent as determined by the Math Department.
QUAN 2600 - Business Statistics I Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Introduction to concepts and applications of statistics in business and economics. Topics include summary statistics, probability distributions of random variables, sampling, and estimation. Class will include use of computers. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 with a “C” or higher grade or equivalent as determined by the Math Department.
QUAN 3610 - Business Statistics II Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [2nd Blk]
Continuation of QUAN 2600 . Topics include test of hypotheses, correlation, time series, and multiple regression analysis with specific application to problems in business and economics. Computers will be used extensively in regression analysis. Prerequisite: QUAN 2600 . |
