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2022-23 Catalog ARCHIVED CATALOG: Content may no longer be accurate.
Course Descriptions
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MACC 6130 - Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: 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.
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MACC 6160 - Financial Statement Analysis Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: 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.
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MACC 6180 - Advanced Accounting Data Analytics Credits: (3)
Description: Prepare students to apply data analytics in a systematic fashion to different domains of accounting and develop key skills required for an analytics mindset that are valued significantly by industry. The skills we will focus in developing are data preparation and understanding quality of data, performing descriptive data analysis, data manipulation, addressing business and accounting problems using statistical analysis, and creating visualizations that allow business users to see data with new insights.
Pre-requisite(s): QUAN 2600 , QUAN 3610 , and ACTG 3110 or instructor’s permission.
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MACC 6210 - Business Law and Legal Liability Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Description: A study of important business law topics accounting and taxation professionals should be familiar with including contracts, business organizations, securities, discrimination, banking, and property will be discussed. Legal liability of accounting and taxation professionals will also be addressed.
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MACC 6310 - Advanced Cost Accounting Credits: (3)
Description: Advanced cost accounting topics including cost accounting for non-manufacturing organizations, human information processing, activity resource usage, pricing, performance measurement, and non-routine decisions.
Note: This course is not currently offered.
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MACC 6330 - Strategic Management Accounting Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: A study and analysis of advanced managerial accounting subjects. Examines the impact of accounting information on managerial processes including planning, organizing, and controlling.
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MACC 6560 - Advanced Auditing & Assurance Services Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: 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.
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MACC 6570 - Information Systems Auditing Credits: (3)
Description: Methods, techniques, controls, and procedures used in the audit of computerized accounting systems.
Note: This course is not currently offered.
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MACC 6580 - Internal Auditing Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Internal audit profession, internal control, risk assessment, evidence gathering, audit management, internal/external auditor relations, environmental auditing and federal sentencing guidelines, and audit reporting.
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MACC 6610 - Advanced Accounting Information Systems Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: 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.
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MACC 6695 INT - Graduate Accounting Internship Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught: Various
Description: A significant professional-level field experience in the area of accounting or taxation. The student will be counseled and supervised as he/she applies and integrates the knowledge and skills obtained through MAcc/MTax courses.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the MAcc or MTax program; approval by department chair and program director.
Can be repeated once up to 6 credit hours.
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MACC 6700 - CPA Examination Review: FAR Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: This is a directed self-study course designed to help students prepare for the Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) section of the CPA examination. This is a review course and assumes that the student has already taken a number of financial accounting courses. A faculty member will monitor the student’s progress and a grade will be determined by the student’s performance on weekly quizzes and a final examination.
Pre-requisite(s): The student must be admitted to the Master of Accounting (MAcc) or Master of Taxation (MTax) program.
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MACC 6750 - Study Abroad Credits: (3)
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Description: This course integrates international travel and site visits with the study of accounting and international business practices. Through readings, assignments, discussions, and visits to important business and cultural sites, the course builds understanding and competence as it relates to the history of accounting, the global accounting profession, and the business and cultural environment in the host countries.
Pre-requisite(s): The student must be admitted to the MAcc or MTax program.
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MACC 6801 - Individual Study Credits: (1-3)
Description: Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, on special topics not included in the announced course offerings.
Pre-requisite(s): Approval of Graduate Coordinator and Instructor.
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MACC 6802 - Individual Study Credits: (1-3)
Description: Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, on special topics not included in the announced course offerings.
Pre-requisite(s): Approval of Graduate Coordinator and Instructor.
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MACC 6803 - Individual Study Credits: (1-3)
Description: Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, on special topics not included in the announced course offerings.
Pre-requisite(s): Approval of Graduate Coordinator and Instructor.
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MACC 6991 - Lecture Seminar Credits: (1-3)
Description: Lecture and discussion of current accounting topics by individuals from business and industry.
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MACC 6992 - Lecture Seminar Credits: (1-3)
Description: Lecture and discussion of current accounting topics by individuals from business and industry.
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MACC 6993 - Lecture Seminar Credits: (1-3)
Description: Lecture and discussion of current accounting topics by individuals from business and industry.
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MATH 0810 - Math Preparation and Practice Credits: (1)
Experimental
Description: The curriculum is tailored to the unique strengths and weaknesses of students, providing group problem solving activities, an individual assessment and study plan for mastering target material. In class, students will alternate between online math practice and mathematical tasks that will encourage students to reason proportionally, interpret data displays, look for patterns, practice operations with numbers, and practice verbalizing mathematical concepts. Progress in the online learning will be monitored by the instructor.
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MATH 0950 ND - Pre-algebra Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem, 1st Blk, 2nd Blk, Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Online
Course Fee: $19.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fee pays for academic support services, such as math tutoring and testing services.
Description: An introduction to mathematical literacy including number sense, algebraic thinking, proportional reasoning, and math learning strategies. Topics include properties of and operations with whole numbers, integers, decimals, fractions and percent; introductory operations and applications with exponents, algebraic expressions, linear equations, and basic geometry. Course fees include math assistance from tutoring services. Does not count toward graduation. Prerequisite: none.
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MATH 0970 ND - Pathway to Contemporary Mathematics Credits: (5)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $0.00
Description: This course integrates geometry, numeracy, proportional reasoning, algebraic reasoning, and topics in statistics and functions (linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic) using modeling, problem solving, and critical thinking. The course fee for this course includes homework software and math assistance from tutoring services. This course may not be transferred to other USHE schools.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 0950 or Level 2 placement.
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MATH 0990 ND - Beginning Algebra Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem, 1st Blk, 2nd Blk, Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Online
Course Fee: $19.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fee pays for academic support services, such as math tutoring and testing services.
Description: An introduction to algebraic literacy using properties of real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, geometry, ratio and proportion, applications, graphing, solving linear systems, exponents, scientific notation, polynomials, factoring, and solving quadratic equations. Learning strategies for mathematics success, including development of a mathematical growth mindset are integrated into the course.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 0950 or equivalent placement.
Note: Does not count toward graduation.
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MATH 1010 - Intermediate Algebra Credits: (4-5)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Course Fee: $19.00
Course Fee Purpose: Course fee pays for academic support services, such as math tutoring and testing services.
Description: Inequalities (including absolute value and systems), systems of equations, applications, functions (inverse, exponential, and logarithmic), variation, factoring, rational expressions, radicals, complex numbers, quadratic equations, parabolas, circles, quadratic formula, formulas, properties and applications of logarithms. The course fee for this course includes homework software and math assistance from tutoring services.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 0990 or Level 3 placement.
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MATH 1020 - Fundamentals of Geometry Credits: (3)
Description: An introduction to the definitions, methods, and logic of geometry.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 0990 or placement test.
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 1030 QL - Contemporary Mathematics Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Full Sem Online
Description: Topics from mathematics which convey to the student the beauty and utility of mathematics, and which illustrate its application to modern society. Topics include geometry, statistics, probability, and growth and form.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 0970 or MATH 1010 or ACT Math score 21 or higher or placement test.
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MATH 1035 QL - Contemporary Mathematics with Prerequisite Topics Credits: (6)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: This course will center on topics including: proportional reasoning, financial mathematics, linear and exponential modeling, geometry, probability and statistics. Material will be introduced in the form of real-life problems. Pre-requisite material will be incorporated as appropriate.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 0950 or ALEKS score of 14 or instructor approval.
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MATH 1040 QL - Introduction to Statistics Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem, Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Online
Description: Basic concepts of probability and statistics including data collection and analysis, correlation and regression, probability, discrete and continuous distributions (binomial, normal and t distributions), estimation and hypothesis testing, with an emphasis on applications and understanding of the main ideas.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1010 , Math ACT score 23 or higher, Placement Test, MATH 1050 , MATH 1080 , or MATH 1210 and above.
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MATH 1050 QL - College Algebra Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem, Online
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, Online
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, Online
Description: This course covers a survey of college mathematics and is also a preparatory course for calculus. Topics from continuous mathematics include polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, equations and their applications, absolute value, polynomial and rational inequalities, and nonlinear systems. Topics from discrete mathematics include matrices, matrix algebra and inverses, and determinants.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1010 or Math ACT score of 23 or higher or placement test.
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MATH 1060 QL - Trigonometry Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: This course is true to its Greek title root “triangle-measure” and is a preparatory course for calculus. Topics include trigonometric functions and their graphs, trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric equations, solving triangles, and applications of trigonometry. Complex numbers, polar coordinates and vectors are also introduced.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1010 or MATH 1050 or Math ACT score of 23 or higher or placement test.
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MATH 1080 QL - Pre-calculus Credits: (5)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: This is an accelerated course that covers the main topics of College Algebra and Trigonometry. It is a single course prerequisite to calculus and is primarily for those students that need a review. Topics include polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, equations and their applications, absolute value, polynomial and rational inequalities, and nonlinear systems; matrices, matrix algebra and inverses, determinants, sequences and series; trigonometric functions and their graphs, trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric equations, solving triangles, and applications of trigonometry. In addition, conics and polar coordinates are also covered.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1010 or Math ACT score of 23 or higher or placement test.
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MATH 1090 QL - Business College Algebra Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Concepts and applications of functions and graphs, polynomial and rational functions, matrices, Gaussian elimination, exponential and logarithmic functions, growth, periodic and continuously compounded interest, arithmetic and geometric series, annuities and loans. Applications mainly to business and economic problems.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1010 with a grade of C or better or ACT math score of at least 23, or placement test. Math prerequisites (courses and test scores) expire after 24 months (see www.weber.edu/placement/math-details.html).
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MATH 1110 QL - Calculus Concepts and Applications Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: A conceptual understanding of the fundamental notions of calculus (limits, continuity, differentiation and integration). Application of these ideas to economics, the social and life sciences, and natural resource modeling is central to the course.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1050 QL or MATH 1080 QL or placement test.
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MATH 1120 QL - Foundations of Data Science Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills used in data science at an introductory level. The course will focus on interaction between statistical and mathematical reasoning and their application to the collection, preparation, and presentation of data and underlying data management skill for such analysis. Access to a computer is required.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1010 , or ACT math score of 23 or higher, or a placement test.
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MATH 1200 - Mathematics Computer Laboratory Credits: (1)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Solving mathematics problems at the appropriate level for students’ backgrounds using a computer algebra system.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1050 and MATH 1060 , or MATH 1080 , or
Pre-requisite/Co-requisite: MATH 1210 .
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MATH 1210 - Calculus I Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Limits, continuity, differentiation, integration.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1050 and MATH 1060 or MATH 1080 or placement test.
Co-Requisite(s): The ability to use a computer algebra system.
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MATH 1216 - Integral Calculus Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: NA
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Definite, indefinite, and improper integrals, transcendental functions, inverse functions, techniques of integration, applications of integration.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1210 .
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MATH 1220 - Calculus II Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Transcendental functions, techniques of integration, analytic geometry, infinite series.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1210 .
Co-Requisite(s): The ability to use a computer algebra system.
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MATH 1630 - Discrete Mathematics Applied to Computing Credits: (4)
Description: An overview of the fundamentals of algorithmic, discrete mathematics applied to computation using a contemporary programming language. Topics include logic, proofs, sets, functions, counting, relations, graphs, trees, Boolean algebra, and models of computation. This course includes programming.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1050 or MATH 1080 , and CS 1400 or ability to program in a contemporary computer language and the consent of the instructor.
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 1810 - Experimental Course Credits: (1-6)
Experimental
Description: 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 for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
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MATH 2010 - Arithmetic for Elementary Teachers Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Prospective school teachers revisit mathematics topics from the K-8 school curriculum and examine them from an advanced perspective including arithmetic, number theory, and problem solving.
Pre-requisite(s): ACT score of 23 or better, Accuplacer CLM of 50 or better, MATH 1010 with a C or better, MATH 0970 with a C or better or completion of any math course MATH 1030 or above with a C or better.
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MATH 2015 - Algebra for Elementary Teachers Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Prospective school teachers revisit mathematics topics from the K-8 school curriculum and examine them from an advanced perspective including variables, expressions, equations and inequalities, and functions. This course includes recitation and hands on activities. The goal is to present mathematical concepts and effective teaching strategies in an integrated manner. Underlying goals are to stimulate variety in solution processes, provide concrete, pictorial and abstract models, develop communication, collaboration and math reading skills in an environment rich with manipulatives and technology.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2010 .
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MATH 2020 QL - Geometry for Elementary Teachers Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Prospective elementary school teachers revisit mathematics topics from the elementary school curriculum and examine them from an advanced perspective including probability, statistics, geometry and measurement.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2015
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MATH 2120 - Euclidean Geometry Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: Exploration of Euclidean geometry, from basic concepts to advanced theorems.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1210 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 2210 - Calculus III Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Vector algebra, vector valued functions, multivariable functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, line integrals, integration in vector fields.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 .
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MATH 2250 - Linear Algebra and Differential Equations Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Introduction to Linear Algebra and Differential Equations. Systems of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, eigenvalues. First and second order differential equations and models, higher order linear equations, linear systems.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 .
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MATH 2270 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Systems of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, eigenvalues linear transformations, orthogonality.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 OR MATH 1210 and a choice of MATH 3110 or MATH 3160 .
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MATH 2280 - Ordinary Differential Equations Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Methods of solution for ordinary differential equations. Exact equations, linear equations Laplace Transforms, series solutions.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 .
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MATH 2410 - Foundations of Probability and Statistics Credits: (3)
Description: An introduction to probability and statistics with special emphasis on concepts in the K-12 school curriculum.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1210 or MATH 1050 and consent of instructor.
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6)
Workshop
Description: 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 for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 2925 - Mathematics Monday Credits: (1)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: A high impact mathematical educational experience through diverse topics and methods of learning.
To form a mathematical community for appreciation and dissemination of mathematics. To develop skills of independent learning, critical thinking, effective verbal and written communication skills, and working within a group.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Exposure to a variety of mathematical topics.
2. Opportunity for mathematical and interpersonal growth.
Topics not typically covered in standard mathematics courses. Topics and activities are at the discretion of the instructor.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 Calculus II with a grade of C or better.
This course may be taken three times for a total of 3 credit hours.
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MATH 2990 - Seminar in Mathematics Credits: (1)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Joint sessions of students and faculty dedicated to the discussion of topics in mathematics and mathematics education. Students will attend seminars, participate in discussions, and write reviews of the presentations.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1210 and ENGL 2010 , or consent of instructor.
The course may be taken 5 times and up to 6 credits.
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MATH 3050 - History of Mathematics Credits: (3)
Description: A survey of the history of mathematics and its impact on world culture with emphasis on mathematical motivations, original methods and applications.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 .
Note: Check with Department for course availability.
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MATH 3110 - Foundations of Algebra Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: An introduction to Abstract Algebra, Number Theory and Logic with an emphasis on problem solving and proof writing.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1210 .
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MATH 3120 - Foundations of Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometry Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Axiomatic development of geometry; Euclidean and non-Euclidean.
Pre-requisite(s): MTHE 2120 or instructor consent.
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MATH 3160 - Number Theory Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: An overview of beginning number theory including the integers, modulo arithmetic, congruencies, Fermat’s theorem and Euler’s theorem.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1210 .
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MATH 3270 - Linear Algebra Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, alternate years
Description: Theory and applications of linear algebra including abstract vector spaces and canonical forms of matrices.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2270 .
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MATH 3280 - Dynamical Systems Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, alternate even years
Description: Linear and nonlinear systems of differential equations, qualitative behavior and stability of solutions, applications.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2270 and MATH 2280 .
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MATH 3410 - Probability and Statistics I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Introductory probability theory and mathematical statistics, including applications.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 .
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MATH 3420 - Probability and Statistics II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: A continuation of MATH 3410-Introductory probability theory and mathematical statistics, including applications.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2210 and MATH 3410 .
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MATH 3450 - Advanced Statistical Methods Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: This applied statistics course discusses study design, data exploration and visualization, choosing among statistical techniques, and the interpretation of statistical results. Analyses, including T-tests, ANOVA, regression and their non-parametric versions, will be performed on real-world data sets using statistical software.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 3410 or MATH 1040 and a three credit 3000 or 4000 level course with one of the following designations: MATH, BTNY, CHEM, PHYS, GEO, MICR, ZOOL, CS, ECE, ME, FIN, ECON. Students may also enroll with permission of instructor.
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MATH 3550 - Introduction to Mathematical Modeling Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: Formulation, solution and interpretation of mathematical models for problems occurring in areas of physical, biological and social science.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1200 and (MATH 2270 or MATH 2280 ).
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MATH 3610 - Graph Theory Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, odd years
Description: Principles of Graph Theory including methods and models, special types of graphs, paths and circuits, coloring, networks, and other applications.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 OR MATH 1210 and a choice of MATH 3110 or MATH 3160 .
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MATH 3620 - Enumeration Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, even years
Description: Principles of Enumeration including counting principles, generating functions, recurrence relations, inclusion-exclusion, and applications.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 1220 OR MATH 1210 and a choice of MATH 3110 or MATH 3160 .
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MATH 3710 - Boundary Value Problems Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: Fourier series and the method of separation of variables. Heat, wave, and potential equations, Sturm-Liouville problems, orthogonal functions, special functions.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2210 and [ MATH 2250 or MATH 2280 ].
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MATH 3810 - Complex Variables Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, odd years
Description: Analysis and applications of a function of a single complex variable. Analytic function theory, path integration, Taylor and Laurent series and elementary conformal mapping are studied.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2210 .
May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
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MATH 4010 - Capstone Mathematics for High School Teachers Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: Prospective high school teachers revisit mathematics topics from the secondary school curriculum and examine them from an advanced perspective. The major emphasis is on topics from algebra and geometry.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 3110 and MATH 3120 .
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MATH 4110 - Modern Algebra I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, odd years
Description: Logic, sets, and the study of algebraic systems including groups, rings, and fields.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2270 and MATH 3110 .
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MATH 4120 - Modern Algebra II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, even years
Description: A continuation of MATH 4110 : advanced topics from groups, rings, and fields including the Sylow theorems and Galois theory.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 4110 .
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MATH 4160 - Introduction to Mathematical Cryptography Credits: (3)
Description: An introduction to the mathematical concepts on which cryptography is based and an introduction to basic cryptographic systems. The course will typically be offered every other year.
Pre-requisite(s): (MATH 3110 or 3160 or 4110 or 3410 ) and CS 1400 .
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 4210 - Introductory Real Analysis I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: Develop the analysis underlying calculus. In-depth study of limits, continuity, integration, differentiation, sequences and series. Other topics may include Lebesgue measure and integration and Fourier Analysis.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2210 , MATH 2270 , and MATH 3110 .
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MATH 4220 - Introductory Real Analysis II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, odd years
Description: A continuation of MATH 4210-Develop the analysis underlying calculus. In-depth study of limits, continuity, integration, differentiation, sequences and series. Other topics may include Lebesgue measure and integration and Fourier Analysis.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 4210
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MATH 4320 - Topology Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, even years
Description: Introduction to point-set topology, including metric and topological spaces, continuity, homeomorphisms, compact and connected spaces, and complete metric spaces. Other topics may include the Baire Category Theorem and Tietze Extension Theorem.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2210 , MATH 2270 and MATH 3110 .
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MATH 4400 - Statistical Analysis of Big and Small Data Credits: (3)
Description: This course combines and develops the knowledge and skills used in big and small data using both theory and application. The course deals with methods to analyze data with varying volume, velocity, and variety and their associated challenges. Topics such as data mining, predictive analytics, heteroskedasticity of data, and data visualization will be explored.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 3410 or (MATH 1220 and MATH 1040 ).
Pre-requisite/Co-requisite: CS 1400 or CS 2550 .
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 4610 - Numerical Analysis I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, even years
Description: Introduction to numerical methods. Use of the digital computer in solving otherwise intractable problems.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 2270 and an ability to use a programming language
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MATH 4620 - Numerical Analysis II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, odd years
Description: A continuation of MATH 4610-Introduction to numerical methods. Use of the digital computer in solving otherwise intractable problems.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 4610
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MATH 4710 - Partial Differential Equations Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, odd years
Description: Partial differential equations. First and second order equations, characteristics and classifications, methods of solution, applications.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 3710 .
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MATH 4750 - Topics in Mathematics Credits: (2-4)
Variable Title
Description: This course will vary with the demand.
Pre-requisite(s): Consent of the instructor.
May be taken more than once for a maximum of 8 credit hours.
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 4910 - Senior Research Project Credits: (3)
Description: Mathematical research project for seniors. Students may not register for this course the last semester before they intend to graduate.
Pre-requisite(s): Instructor approval.
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-4)
Variable Title
Description: Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
Note: This course is offered as needed.
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MATH 4925 - Problems, Journals, and Research in Mathematics Credits: (1)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem, 2nd Blk
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem, 2nd Blk
Description: Development and demonstration of independent learning and communication skills through advanced problems solving, presenting journal articles, or undergraduate research under guidance of an advisor.
Pre-requisite/Co-requisite: MATH 2925
This course may be repeated once for a total of 2 credit hours.
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MATH 6400 - Advanced Statistical Learning Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: Students will learn about Statistical Learning and Data Science which are so widely used in the technology sector and beyond. You will learn about common statistical methods and algorithms used by Amazon, Facebook, and Google to made predictive models for data. This course will have an emphasis on modeling (numeric and non-numeric) data, model selection, and neural networks.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the Masters of Data Science program or permission of instructor.
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MATH 6450 - Applied Statistics & Regression Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Students learn the knowledge and skills necessary for applied statistical analysis. These methods allow focus typically on a selection of advanced regression analysis, missing data, categorical data analysis, time series in relation to regression, colinear data, and model and variable selection. This course also focuses on Applied Statistics & Regression in the context of both a statistical and data scientist view point as this course is part of the Masters of Data Science.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the MSDS, permission of instructor, or one of following courses: MATH 3450 or MATH 3410 or MATH 4400 or CS 3580 .
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MATH 6500 - Factor and Cluster Analysis Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Students learn the methodology used in big data applications, learn how to make sense out of large data, understand how to analyze survey data with factor analysis, determine distinct groups with the data using cluster analysis, and understand relationships within data. The course will make use of statistical analysis software, and students will be expected to understand both the results of the output and theoretical considerations of the analysis.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the MSDS or [MATH 2270 and (MATH 3450 or MATH 3410 or MATH 4400 or CS 3580 )] or permission of instructor.
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MATH 6900 - Capstone in Statistics and Data Science Credits: (1-3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Students are required to complete a substantial statistical or data science project. Students must demonstrate proficiency in data analysis, presentation, solving an applied data problem. Students receive T (temporary) grades until successful completion of the project and dissemination, after which the course grade will be changed retroactively.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the MSDS and permission of instructor.
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MATH 6920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-6)
Workshop
Typically Taught Summer Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the Mater of Data Science and permission of instructor.
May be repeated for a total maximum of 6 credit hours.
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MBA 6010 - Legal and Regulatory Environment of Business Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 2nd Blk
Description: 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.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6020 - Financial and Managerial Accounting Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: 2nd Blk
Description: 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.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6040 - Managerial Economics Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: 2nd Blk
Description: 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.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6050 - Quantitative Methods I Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 1st Blk-Online
Course Fee: $40.00
Course Fee Purpose: The course fees collected from students enrolled in this class are used for student-related expenditures such as tutoring for statistics (MBA 6050/6051) courses and paper/toner and small repairs in the MBA computer lab.
Description: 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.
Pre-requisite(s): Additional course work in College Algebra may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements.
Note: Course offerings subject to change.
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MBA 6051 - Quantitative Methods II Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 2nd Blk
Course Fee: $40.00
Course Fee Purpose: The course fees collected from students enrolled in this class are used for student-related expenditures such as tutoring for statistics (MBA 6050/6051) courses and paper/toner and small repairs in the MBA computer lab.
Description: 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.
Pre-requisite(s): MBA 6050 , or equivalent course in statistics.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6110 - Fundamentals of Ethical Leadership Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: 2nd Blk
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 2nd Blk
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 1st Blk
Course Fee: $84.00
Course Fee Purpose: The course fees collected from students enrolled in this class are used for student-related expenditures. Examples of such expenditures are for periodic technology upgrades in the MBA conference room, MBA student computer lab, and hybrid/virtual classrooms, guest speaker costs, software licenses, and program assessment materials.
Description: 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.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6120 - Organizational Behavior Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 1st Blk
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 1st Blk
Description: 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.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6130 - Financial Management Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 1st Blk
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 1st Blk
Description: 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.
Pre-requisite(s): MBA 6020 and MBA 6050 and MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in accounting and statistics.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6140 - Marketing Management Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 1st Blk
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 2nd Blk
Description: 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.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6150 - Operations/Supply Chain Management Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 1st Blk
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 1st Blk
Description: “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.
Pre-requisite(s): MBA 6050 and MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in statistics.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6160 - Applications of Decision Models Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 2nd Blk
Description: 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.
Pre-requisite(s): MBA 6050 and MBA 6051 , or equivalent courses in statistics.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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MBA 6170 - Corporate Communications Credits: (3)
Description: 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.
Note: This course is not currently offered.
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MBA 6180 - Strategic Management Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: 1st Blk
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 2nd Blk
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 2nd Blk
Description: 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.
Pre-requisite(s): MBA 6130 , MBA 6140 , MBA 6150 , MBA 6110 .
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.
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