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ART 4446 - ADVANCED 3-D FIBERS
Fibers construction II. Advanced fiber constructions used by ancient peoples to create textiles. Felting leads to spinning. Knitting and knotless netting lead into weaving and basketry. The floor looms are used to explore color and pattern in woven textiles.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: ART 2240; ART 2244; ART 2248; ART 2250.
Credits: 1 – 6 cr.Dual Listed/Cross Listed: Dual listed with 3346/5546.
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ART 4451 - ADV JEWELRY
The direction of the course of study is determined by the student and the instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ART 3351.
Credits: 1 - 12 cr.Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
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ART 4461 - ADVANCED WATER BASE MEDIA
The student and instructor determine direction in the course of study.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ART 3261
Credits: 1 - 12 cr.
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ART 4465 - ADVANCED COMPUTER ART
Introduction to the methods, techniques and approaches of the computer for graphic application. To provide an effective, workable knowledge of computer graphic design that can be applied to the area of creative expression and teaching.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ART 3365
Credits: 1 - 6 cr.
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ART 4471 - ADVANCED CERAMICS
The student and instructor determine direction in the course of study.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ART 3271..
Credits: 1 - 6 cr.Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
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ART 4481 - ADVANCED SCULPTURE
The student and instructor determine direction in the course of study.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ART 3281.
Credits: 1 - 6 cr.Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
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ART 4489 - INTERNSHIP
A practical experience in a selected field of artistic endeavor designed to meet the students needs.
Credits: 1 - 12 cr.Notes: May be taken for 3 through 1 2 credits.
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ART 4497 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Independent study is an activity initiated by the student to increase his/her already advanced knowledge in a particular academic discipline. The subject is examined in an intensive manner with guidance by a faculty member who has special expertise in that field.
Credits: 1 - 3 cr.Notes: May be taken for 1, 2, or 3 credits at one time.
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AST 1105 - THE EXPLORATION OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM
A descriptive astronomy course concerning contemporary astronomical and astrophysical theories about the solar system.
Credits: 3 cr.Variable Credits: [3, 0, 0]General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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AST 1106 - ONE POSSIBLE UNIVERSE
A descriptive astronomy course concerning contemporary astronomical and astrophysical theories about the universe.
Credits: 3 cr.Variable Credits: [3, 0, 0]General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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AST 1108 - OBSERVING THE AUTUMN SKY
Concentrates on the constellations, stars, and other celestial objects found in the evening sky during autumn. Students also learn pertinent historical, legendary, and astronomical facts about them.
Credits: 1 cr.Variable Credits: [1, 0, 0]General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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AST 1109 - OBSERVING THE WINTER SKY
Concentrates on the constellations, stars, and other celestial objects found in the evening sky during winter. Students also learn pertinent historical, legendary, and astronomical facts about them.
Credits: 1 cr.Variable Credits: [1, 0, 0]General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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AST 1110 - OBSERVING THE SPRING SKY
Concentrates on the constellations, stars, and other celestial objects found in the evening sky during the spring. Students also learn pertinent historical, legendary, and astronomical facts about them.
Credits: 1 cr.Variable Credits: [1, 0, 0]General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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AST 1111 - OBSERVING THE SUMMER SKY
Concentrates on the constellations, stars, and other celestial objects found in the evening sky during the summer. Students also learn pertinent historical, legendary, and astronomical facts about them.
Credits: 1 cr.Variable Credits: [1, 0, 0]General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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AST 4497 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Independent study is an activity initiated by the student to increase his/her already advanced knowledge in a particular academic discipline. The subject is examined in an intensive manner with guidance by a faculty member who has special expertise in that field.
Credits: 1 - 3 cr.Variable Credits: [0, 0, variable]Notes: May be taken for 1 - 3 credits at one time.
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BI 1100 - ORIENTATION TO BIOLOGY
Orientation to scientific disciplines with particular emphasis on biological sciences. Features guest speakers both from within and outside the university who will address current trends and opportunities in the biological fields. Required of all biology majors.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: Biology major.
Credits: 1 cr.
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BI 1110 - ZOOLOGY
An evolutionary approach to the study of the animal kingdom, with attention given to the development of organ systems throughout the several phyla of invertebrates and vertebrates. Function, correlated with structure and taxonomic features, is emphasized. Additional evidence for evolution is included through an introduction to genetics, embryology, and ecology.
Credits: 4 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BI 1111 - FISH CULTURE I
The technology of controlled husbandry of fish in flowing water. Major emphasis on solving problems relative to the intensive aquaculture.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 1100 and 1110 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 1112 - FISH CULTURE II
The technology of controlled husbandry of fish in standing water. Major emphasis on the science of extensive aquaculture.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 111 0.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 1130 - BOTANY
A study of plant structure, function, development diversity, and evolution. Practical applications in forestry, agronomy, gardening, and horticulture are included.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 11 00 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BI 2251 - TROPICAL MARINE BIOLOGY
Tropical marine communities are among the richest and biologically most diverse in the oceanic environment. This course provides insight into the biology/ecology of the mangrove, inter-tidal, and coral reef ecosystems. A week-long visit to the tropics which includes snorkeling and diving provides students with firsthand experience.
Credits: 1 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BI 3290 - RESEARCH METHODS
Students will learn to design, conduct, and present empirical biological research. Topics to be covered will include the scientific method, experimental design, statistical analysis, biological literature, presentation of research, and research proposals. Students will also conduct group research projects.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: BI 111 0, BI 1130.
Credits: 2 cr.
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BI 3310 - PHYSIOLOGY
A systematic study of the life processes and functions of the animal body with particular emphasis on the mammalian vertebrate.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 1110.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BI 3312 - VERTEBRATE ANATOMY
A history of vertebrates and comparative systems through the major vertebrate groups correlating their historical development.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 1110.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3313 - ENTOMOLOGY
Survey of the classification, structure, physiology, biology and economic importance of insects. An introduction to the study of insects as a major segment of the biological community. Laboratory exercises on anatomy and practice in the techniques of insect identification.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 111 0.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3314 - ICHTHYOLOGY
A laboratory and field study of the fishes inhabiting the lakes and rivers of this area constitute the major portion of this course. Collection, measurement and chemical data as related to fish populations, management, and meristic characters will be collected and analyzed.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 1110.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3315 - FISH PATHOLOGY
A consideration of the diagnosis and treatment of diseases commonly found in hatchery fish. Diseases of bacterial, viral, parasitic, and environmental origin are studied together with recommended treatment for each.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 111 0.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3316 - INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY
An integral evolutionary approach to the anatomy, physiology, and ecology of protozoan Protista and Animalia phyla: Porifera through nonvertebrate Chordata.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 111 0.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3317 - PARASITOLOGY
A systematic study of host-parasite relationships. Emphasis involves life-cycles and comparative characteristics of parasitic protozoans, helminths and arthropods.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 1110.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3318 - ORNITHOLOGY
A study of the physiology, development, ecology, behavior, and evolution of birds. In the laboratory, students will learn to identify local bird species in the field, and will become familiar with the bird families of the world. Course includes required field trips.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 1110.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3330 - PLANT PHYSIOLOGY
Designed to develop an understanding of the chemical and physical processes occurring in plants including respiration, photosynthesis, hormonal activity, osmosis, transpiration, mineral absorption and translocation. The laboratory work will involve analysis of these functions.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 11 30.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3331 - LOCAL FLORA
Taxonomic and ecological study of local flowering and non-flowering plants.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 1130.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3350 - ECOLOGY
A study of the fundamental ecological principles of plants and animals in their environment.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BI 3351 - LIMNOLOGY
A study of the ecology of inland waters with emphasis on the chemical, physical and biological factors which influence productivity. Coverage also includes water use and pollution control, pollution evaluation techniques and regulatory information.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3350.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3352 - MANAGEMENT OF SMALL IMPOUNDMENTS
Theory, practice, and demonstration of managing farm ponds for optimal sport fishing.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3350.
Credits: 3 cr.Dual Listed/Cross Listed: Dual listed with 5561.
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BI 3353 - MANAGEMENT OF STREAMS AND LARGE IMPOUNDMENTS
Theory, practice, and demonstration of managing streams, rivers, natural lakes, and large impoundments for optimal sport fishing.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3350.
Credits: 3 cr.Dual Listed/Cross Listed: Dual listed with 5562.
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BI 3354 - MARINE BIOLOGY
Studies basic to the biology and ecology of marine organisms. Practical applications such as biological/ecological sampling techniques and species identification are covered in the laboratory and on a coastal field trip.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3350.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3355 - PALEOBIOLOGY
Examines the origin and subsequent evolution of life over the past four billion years. The paleobiology and geologic history of major animal and plant groups are discussed. The course includes field trips to local and regional fossil sites.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: BI 1110, BI 1130 and BI 3350.
Credits: 3 cr.Dual Listed/Cross Listed: Dual listed with ANH 3335 Paleoanthropology.
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BI 3356 - ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
A study of the neuronal, hormonal, and evolutionary foundations of animal behavior in invertebrate and vertebrate taxa. Behaviors such as feeding, communication, mating, and caring for offspring are discussed. Emphasis is placed on the use of the scientific method to discover principles of animal behavior, the appropriate design of animal behavior experiments, and the analysis of data.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 1110.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3357 - EPIDEMIOLOGY
The study of distribution and determinants of disease and injury in populations. Provides an introduction into community health and medical problems and services. Problem solving, case-control studies, and statistical analysis are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3350.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3358 - PLANT-ANIMAL INTERAC
Students will investigate the complexities and subtleties of mutualistic, antagonistic, and commensalistic interactions between plants and animals. Topics discussed will include co-evolution, pollination biology, plant-herbivore interactions, seed dispersal and predation, ant-plant interactions, and carnivorous plants. Students will conduct empirical research in the laboratory and the field.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3350.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BI 3370 - CELL BIOLOGY
A study of the cellular level of life with emphasis on cellular structures and their relationship to movement, function, and energy transformation. Cellular genetics and the cellular approach to medicine are also discussed.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BI 3371 - MICROBIOLOGY
An introductory course with emphasis on the basic principles and concepts of microbiology concerning anatomy, classification, physiology, medical and practical uses of micro-organisms. The laboratory helps students develop aseptic technique.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BI 3372 - GENETICS
A study of basic principles and concepts of classical and molecular genetics. Emphasis will be on linkage analysis, structural, biochemical and molecular genetics.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3373 - GENETIC RESEARCH
Study and application of cell and molecular genetics techniques to prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Students will become acquainted with the methodologies of modern genetic research and biotechnology.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370 and 3372
Credits: 2 cr.
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BI 3374 - IMMUNOLOGY
The study of antigens and antibodies encompassing the fields of the immune response, autoimmunity, allergic reactions, tumor immunology, tissue graft and transplant biology.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3375 - DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
A comparative survey of the development of representative animals from several phyla with emphasis on gamete formation, fertilization, embryonic development, organogenesis, growth, and biological aging. The laboratory combines examples of live plant and animal development with prepared slides of frog and chick embryology.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3376 - ANIMAL HISTOLOGY AND BASIC MICRO TECHNIQUES
A systematic study of the microanatomy of the vertebrate body starting with cells and tissues and working through the complete organ systems.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3378 - TISSUE CULTURE
The study of eukaryotic cell culture and molecular techniques. Students will become competent in tissue culture methods used in research laboratories.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: BI 3370 and BI 3371
Credits: 2 cr.General Education Requirement: One hour lecture, three hours lab per week.
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BI 3381 - ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY
An introductory course in microbiology with emphasis on the basic principles and concepts of microbiology focusing on the diversity of microbes, their metabolism, and their role in the environment. The laboratory helps students develop culturing techniques and other commonly used microbiological techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370.
Credits: 4 cr.
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BI 3390 - BIOSTATISTICS AND EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN
Presents to science students a description of the processes of experimental design, selection of appropriate statistical tests to analyze experimental data, and performance of these tests using current software.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 3391 - EVOLUTION
A study of the basic theory, mechanisms, and pathways of natural selection. Also studies the development of evolutionary thought from antiquity to the current gradualist and punctuated equilibrium models. Both genetic and paleontological data are analyzed in examining micro and macroevolutionary scenarios.
Credits: 3 cr.Dual Listed/Cross Listed: Dual listed with ANH 3390 Evolution.
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BI 3392 - HUMAN DIMENSIONS IN FISH MANAGEMENT
Fish Management is the provision for people of a sustained benefit from their use of living aquatic resources and involves the biological, ecological, economic and sociological components of a system that provides aesthetic and other non-tangible benefits to people as well as fish for consumption. The biology of fishes and fisheries in the broad context of its role as a part of a larger society is the subject of BI 3392. The course is designed to fulfill three credits of the human dimensions requirement for certification by The American Fisheries Society.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 4450 - INTERNSHIP
The biology internship gives students the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in the biological sciences while working with a public or private agency involved in aspects of applied biology. The practical experience thus acquired both supplements and reinforces the more academic aspects of biology stressed in the classroom.
Credits: 1 - 12 cr.Notes: May be taken for 1 through 12 credits. No more than 10 credits count toward the major.
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BI 4470 - MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
An examination of the principles and techniques underlying the chemical and physical aspects of living systems. A study of the structure and activities of biological molecules which, properly integrated, constitute all forms of life. The laboratories will demonstrate techniques of the activities, separation and analysis of these molecule forms.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 4471 - CELL PHYSIOLOGY
A study of a specialized field of cell biology which emphasizes phenomena dealing with the nature of the cell membrane and its transport activities, the reaction of cells to changes in environment, the mechanism of cell excitability and contraction, and other manifestations of cellular functioning such as nutrition, growth and secretion.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3370.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BI 4491 - AQUACULTURE RESEARCH
A special research project is initiated by the student to increase his/her expertise in investigating a scientific problem and reporting the results in the form of a scientific paper. The research is conducted under the guidance of a faculty member who has special expertise in the subject area.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3290.
Credits: 1 - 3 cr.Notes: May be taken for one through three credits.
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BI 4496 - SEMINAR
In this capstone course students will prepare a scientific paper and an oral presentation, both of which will be based on a previously completed independent study research project. The course will improve students’ abilities to effectively communicate as a professional scientist, and in addition will help to prepare students to enter the job market or attend graduate school.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: BI 4497 or BI 4491.
Credits: 1 cr.
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BI 4497 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Independent study is an activity initiated by the student to increase his/her already advanced knowledge in a particular academic discipline. The subject is examined in an intensive manner with guidance by a faculty member who has special expertise in that field.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BI 3290.
Credits: 1 - 3 cr.Notes: May be taken for one, two or three credits at one time.
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BI 4498 - SEMINAR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
An upper level seminar that integrates and applies concepts and skills taught in the basic courses of the environmental science emphasis.
Credits: 1 cr.
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BSC 1101 - GENERAL BIOLOGY
An introduction to biological processes; study and discussion of these processes together with ecological aspects of life. The laboratory stresses demonstration and analysis of biological processes.
Credits: 4 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BSC 1102 - CONTEMPORARY BIOLOGICAL PROBLEMS
There is no fixed syllabus. Topics are current and usually changed for each semester. Guest lecturers will be given time to present their specialties.
Credits: 3 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BSC 1103 - ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
General education course for non-science majors. It provides students with biological explanations of environmental issues such as pollution, acid rain, global warming, environmental toxicology, forestry, wildlife conservation, etc.
Credits: 3 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BSC 1104 - HUMAN BIOLOGY
An overview of the human organism. Emphasis involves organization, maintenance, movement and support, integration, reproduction, genetics, evolution, and ecology of humans.
Credits: 4 cr.Dual Listed/Cross Listed: Dual listed with ANH 1102 Introduction to Biological AnthropologyGeneral Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BSC 1121 - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
This course presents an integrated approach to the study of the anatomy and physiology of the various organ systems of the human body. Enrollment in Human Anatomy & Physiology I (BSC 11 21) is restricted to majors in Nursing, Nutrition & Dietetics, Music Therapy, Respiratory Therapy and Radiology Technology or permission of instructor.
Credits: I -4 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BSC 1122 - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II
A continuation of BSC 11 21. This completes an integrated approach to the study of the anatomy and physiology of the various organ systems of the human body. Enrollment in Human Anatomy & Physiology I (BSC 11 22) is restricted to majors in Nursing, Nutrition & Dietetics, Music Therapy, Respiratory Therapy and Radiology Technology or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BSC 2250 - FIELD METHODS IN ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
A survey of the methods employed in ecological studies of terrestrial and aquatic environments; includes extensive amounts of field work, data analysis and technical report preparation.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BSC 101 or equivalent. BI 350 recommended.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BSC 3271 - MICROBIOLOGY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES
An introductory course for health science students emphasizing the basic principles and concepts of microbial anatomy, classification, physiology, and their practical applications as well as developing aseptic techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: None. Offered every spring.
Credits: 4 cr.General Education Requirement: May satisfy General Education requirements
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BUS 1130 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Studies an overview of the broad concept of business functions. Provides a foundation for understanding the relationship between essential activities of business. Helps students to determine and pursue their areas of interest and aptitude.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 1150 - WOMEN IN MANAGEMENT
This course examines management structure and practice in relation to women; their goals, expectations, attitudes, and skills. The difficulties women encounter in being successful in management will be analyzed and strategies which both men and women can use in changing the situation will be discussed. The course will emphasize case studies.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 2202 - PERSONAL FINANCE
The focus of this course is to provide financial decision making tools and techniques of money management. The course will analyze handling of financial records, financing of home and automobiles, financing of education, estate and retirement planning.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 2230 - MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES
Explains the world of professional management, and has the basic management functions of: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. An emphasis on the contemporary challenges facing management: quality, ethics, global issues and information technology.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3260 - SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Introduces students to the REAL (Rural Entrepreneurship Through Action Learning) Program, which aids in the development of a business plan. The course stresses the necessary knowledge unique to running and managing a small firm. It focuses on the business planning process and the characteristics important in running a successful business.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3301 - INTRODUCTION TO FINANCE
Examines basic concepts and techniques for identifying and solving elementary financial management problems. Topics include compound interest and time value of money, financial statement analysis, working capital management, cash flow analysis and capital budgeting, short-term financing, and stockholder equity valuation.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ECO 11 01 and MA 1125.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3302 - MANAGERIAL DECISION MAKING
Examines decision making as a multi-dimensional process. A variety of models and frameworks, quantitative and qualitative, are offered as a rational approach to managerial decisions.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BUS 2230.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3310 - MANAGING DIVERSITY
Presents in-depth information of changes in demographic composition, cultural profiles, values, and lifestyles. Provides students with necessary skills to effectively function in the global marketplace, manage employee differences, and improve productivity.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3321 - ENVIRONMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Provides a managerial view point of the dynamics of international business. Topics covered include history and scope of international business, international trade theory, foreign direct investment, governmental influences on trade and regional economic integration, and sociocultural and legal factors on MNC’s.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BUS 2230, ECO 1101 and 1102.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3325 - BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
This course provides a broad overview of the new context of business leadership, with an emphasis on the theories and research findings that offer important insights and practical knowledge about effective leadership in formal business organizations. It offers a set of leadership practices based on the real world experiences of business managers who assumed the role of business leadership effectively.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: BUS 2230 Management Principles or permission by instructor.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3330 - MARKETING
Introduces the nature of marketing activities, consumer behavior and motivation. Focuses on an individual firm managing its marketing efforts in relation to market forces and marketing opportunities. Emphasis on development of product, price, promotion, and distribution policies in order to achieve planned marketing programs.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ECO 1101 or 1102.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3332 - PROMOTION IN MARKETING
Examines the promotion functions of the marketing program. It also helps students to analyze marketing communication opportunities, planning, and execution of the marketing program.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BUS 3330.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3333 - (ECO) INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Designed to study the mechanism of international business finance. Topics covered include the study of foreign exchange market, Eurodollar market, inflow and outflow of capital to and from the U.S., the effect of U.S. interest rate on imports and exports, and foreign exchange risk.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ECO 1102 and MA 1125.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3334 - MARKETING RESEARCH
Provides an in-depth examination of market research tools and techniques. Emphasis is on effectiveness of the total efforts in an atmosphere of tight budgetary and fiscal control. Also reviews successful efforts and stresses on practical application of theory.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BUS 3330 and MA 1125.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3349 - QUANTITATIVE BUSINESS ANALYSIS
Provides a systematic application of modern quantitative tools and techniques in practical situations. Topics include hypothesis testing, probability distribution, simple and multiple regression, and time series analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: MA 11 25.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3350 - OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
A study and use of analytical tools for demand forecasting, use of system design and measurement, inventory control and resource allocation. Specialized and analytical techniques are used to deal with practical situations.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: MA 11 25 and 11 70 or MA 223 1.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3360 - INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT
Presents in-depth description of the emerging field of international management. Comprehensive coverage of both the strategic and behavioral dimensions of international management. Exploring key cultural issues and problems in management across frontiers related to leadership, decision making, motivation and control. It deals with the unique managerial risks and challenges resulting from complicated economic, legal-political and sociocultural forces.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: BUS 2230.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3370 - SALESMANSHIP
Provides students with entry level skills for a position in sales. Recognizes the necessary skills and characteristics that contribute toward greater sales effectiveness. Stresses the importance of establishing realistic goals and objectives; to manage your time and selling activities more effectively. The primary objective, however, is to gain an understanding of personal selling as a major function within the marketing and promotional mix of a firm.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BUS 3330
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 3380 - MANAGERIAL FINANCE
This course focuses on functions and responsibilities of financial managers in various organizations. Emphasis will be placed on financing, investment, and dividend policy decision of an organization. Topics include opportunity cost of capital, risk and rate of return, capital investment analysis, and theorems of capital structure.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: ECO 1101 and MA 1125.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4402 - CORPORATE FINANCE
Focus on how individuals, financial institutions, and corporations make investment and financing decisions over multiple time period in an uncertain environment. Topics include theory of choice, efficient capital markets, CAPM and APT, capital budgeting under uncertainty, capital structure theories and policies, dividend policy, mergers and restructuring, and elements of international financial management.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: MA 1125, MA 1170, ECO 1101.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4403 - BUSINESS AND AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY
Provides a systematic look at the U. S. Foreign policy on international business. Topics covered include economic, social and political objectives of foreign policy, the impact of foreign policy on East-West trade relations, emerging market economies in eastern Europe and U.S. foreign policy, NAFTA, GATT, GSP and U.S. multinational corporations.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ECO 1101 or 1102 and BUS 2230.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4410 - BUSINESS LAW I
Introduces the legal environment of business and its role in modern society. Topics include the formation of contracts, sales, negotiable instruments, bank deposits and collections, secured transactions, and business organization. Emphasizes social and ethical considerations, terminology, fundamental legal principles, and analysis.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4411 - BUSINESS LAW II
Continued study of legal principles including agency, property, Federal Securities law, and bankruptcy. Emphasis is placed on the case law approach and problem solving.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BUS 4410.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4415 - MARKETING MANAGEMENT
An in-depth examination of contemporary micro and macro marketing systems. Examines functional marketing decisions through the application of behavioral concepts, quantitative tools, and systems theory. Also presents advanced marketing techniques used by marketing organizations. Looks at individual behavior in order to evaluate the buying behavior of consumers with the objective of tailoring marketing strategies to meet consumers’ needs and wants.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BUS 3330 and junior standing, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4420 - TOPICAL SEMINAR/MARKETING FOR NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
Marketing for Non-Profit Organizations.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4421 - TOPICAL SEMINAR/MARKETING CHANNELS OF DISTRIBUTION
Marketing Channels.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4422 - TOPICAL SEMINAR/INTERNATIONAL MARKETING
Examines the application of marketing concepts and strategies in the global markets. Emphasis is on adjusting and adapting a marketing program to foreign markets. Pro-vides an understanding of differences between markets in different countries, its politics, legal, culture, trade practices, geography, and commercial policies. Studies export and import procedures and practices.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: BUS 3330 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4423 - TOPICAL SEMINAR/INDUSTRIAL MARKETING
Industrial Marketing.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4424 - TOPICAL SEMINAR/SALES FORCE MANAGEMENT
Sales Force Management.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4425 - TOPICAL SEMINAR/CURRENT MARKETING PROBLEMS
Current Marketing Problems.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4435 - INVESTMENT THEORY
Introduction to financial policy with special emphasis on the practical application of risk-return theory. Investment decisions by individuals and firms, in stocks and bonds and other securities, made on the basis of incomplete information in an uncertain environment is covered.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ECO 1102 and MA 11 25.
Credits: 3 cr.
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BUS 4441 - FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS
Analyzes financial statements issued by public held organizations. Emphasis is on the use of financial statements by creditors, investors, and those who are external to the enterprises. Topics include cash flow analysis, standards of financial analysis, and off-balance sheet financing.
Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: ACC 1111, MA 1125.
Credits: 3 cr.
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