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University Catalog 2019-2020 
    
University Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Information Systems (Undergraduate)

Upper division standing is prerequisite to enrollment in 3000- and 4000- level CIS courses.

 

  
  • CIS 4870 - Decision Support Systems


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 1200 or equivalent. Use of technologies such as data mining, data warehousing, neural networks, artificial intelligence, knowledge management and business intelligence to support business decision making.

  
  • CIS 4880 - Information Security


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 3010 or equivalent or permission of instructor. Broad coverage of common body of knowledge for information security: access control; application security; business continuity; cryptography; legal investigations; network and internet security; operations security; physical security; risk management; security architecture.

  
  • CIS 4900 - Capstone: Information Systems


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Senior standing. Integration of information systems and technology core courses; provides exposure to roles of information systems and technology professionals in industry.

  
  • CIS 4980 - Cooperative Education in Information Systems

    (also listed as UNIV 4980)
    (1-3)
    Cooperative Education in Information Systems


Information Systems (Graduate)

Classified graduate standing and approval by the College of Business and Economics Advisement Center are required for admission to all 5000- level courses.

  
  • CIS 5000 - Foundation of Information Systems


    (3)
    Hardware, systems software, applications software, and telecommunication components and architecture of operational and management oriented information systems. Cases in managing the acquisition and use of custom developed and packaged systems.

  
  • CIS 5010 - Application Programming


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 1200 or equivalent. Application development for business using structured and object oriented programming; planning, designing, coding, debugging, and documenting programs.

  
  • CIS 5020 - Systems Analysis and Logical Design I


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 4840 or equivalent. Introduction to data structures and to structured, relational, and object database management systems. Designing and programming personal and production oriented data base system.

  
  • CIS 5030 - Systems Analysis and Logical Design II


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 4840 or equivalent. Packaged and custom systems development life cycles. Feasibility and requirements determination. Process, data and object modeling, design, and implementation. Change management.

  
  • CIS 5040 - Information Systems


    (3)
    Overview of computer, communication and software systems. Cases in: business applications of information technology, managing the acquisition and use of application systems, and working with the information systems organization.

  
  • CIS 5100 - IS/IT Architectures


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Object-oriented language programming experience. Analysis of contemporary information technology architectures and environments, including: multi-tiered client/server architectures; enterprise, workgroup, and personal systems hardware and operating systems; and business systems planning and development tools.

  
  • CIS 5200 - Systems Analysis and Design


    (3)
    Life cycle of systems development; UML modeling techniques; data modeling; process modeling; enterprise system integration, configuration, installation and maintenance; a case-based approach with hands-on experience in designing information systems.

  
  • CIS 5210 - Healthcare Data Analytics


    (3)
    Students learn about Healthcare Data Analytics; analytic challenges on dealing with healthcare data; data-driven decisions for healthcare; hands-on experience to apply BI skills for healthcare data.

  
  • CIS 5250 - Visual Analytics


    (3)

    Students learn about Visual Analytics; performing data analysis using BI visualization tools; applying principles of data visualization; best practices of data presentation and storytelling; dashboard creation techniques; hands-on experience building dashboards in BI.

  
  • CIS 5270 - Business Intelligence


    (3)
    Use of technologies such as data mining, data warehousing, neural networks, artificial intelligence, knowledge management, and business intelligence to support business decision making.

  
  • CIS 5280 - Current Problems in Computer Information Systems


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 5040. Latest research projects in computer information systems; application of research techniques and results to specific problems. May be repeated once as subject matter changes.

  
  • CIS 5300 - Enterprise Processes Integrations


    (3)
    Students will learn to integrate technology and business processes that connect organizational structure, master data, transactional data, and business processes. Students learn the concepts via hands on exercises using SAP tools.

  
  • CIS 5310 - Advance Topics in ES


    (3)
    This course will explore and provide an orientation to the Design Thinking methodology and to state-of-the-art technologies for running enterprise systems. These technologies include Cloud Computing, Fiori, HANA, and Personas.

  
  • CIS 5320 - Data Integration and Analysis in ERP Systems


    (3)
    Students learn about data modeling, integration, visualization, information view and report development using enterprise system simulation games in ERPsim and real-time data analytical tools in ERP cloud computing environment.

  
  • CIS 5430 - Databases and Data Warehousing


    (3)
    Enterprise Database concepts; comparison of relational and object-relational data modeling using UML; principles of data warehousing and data mining; database and data warehouse administration and development tools; case study projects.

  
  • CIS 5560 - Introduction to Big Data Science


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 2830 or equivalent . This is to learn practical knowledge of Big Data and Data Science and to study how to process, store, and analyze Big Data generated from social media, web logs, financial data, marketing data etc for business intelligence using MapReduce and NoSQL DB with the examples in the labs.

  
  • CIS 5600 - Computer Networks


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 4840 or CIS 5850 or equivalent. Network theory; advanced network technology and concepts; trends in network hardware, software and architectures; configuration and management of servers; server virtualization; cloud computing.

  
  • CIS 5610 - Design of an E-Commerce Site


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of HTML or XML. Analysis, development, and design of a web-based e-commerce site model for an actual business. Team projects incorporate web design, electronic transfer processing, and site development/maintenance.

  
  • CIS 5620 - Authoring Web Sites


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Knowledge of programming language. Hands-on course in designing and developing World Wide Web sites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other technologies, with emphasis on usability.

  
  • CIS 5630 - Mobile Applications


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Knowledge of programming language. Hands-on course in designing and developing applications suitable for mobile devices, with emphasis on utility and usability.

  
  • CIS 5710 - Multimedia Communication Applications


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 5040 or equivalent. Concepts and techniques involved in multimedia network communication applications: digital audio/video representation and data compression, multimedia streaming, real-time interactive audio/video, high-speed multimedia networks, multimedia databases and mobile applications programming. 

  
  • CIS 5720 - Wireless Networks for Information Systems


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 5040 or equivalent. Concepts and techniques involved in wireless communication networks for information systems: WPANs, WLANs, WMANs, and WWANs. Wireless networking system architectures, protocols, IEEE standards, transmission methods, QoS, security, multimedia applications in business, and mobile computing for business.

  
  • CIS 5730 - Computer and Network Security


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 5040 or equivalent. Concepts and techniques involved in computer network and Internet security: encryption techniques, key management, authentication, Internet security protocols, attacks and defenses on computer systems, wireless network security. Hands-on projects will be part of instruction.

  
  • CIS 5810 - Health Care Information Systems


    (3)
    Overview of computer, communication and software systems. Cases in health care information technology applications. Development, acquisition and use of custom and packaged application systems. Working with the Information Systems Organization.

  
  • CIS 5830 - Information Systems Consulting


    (3)
    Approaches and tools for consulting to the modern information-age organization; presentation of the results of actual information systems consulting projects; student case study presentations.

  
  • CIS 5840 - Controlling and Auditing Computer Systems


    (3)
    Controlling online interactive computer/data communication systems as a challenge to management and internal and external auditors.

  
  • CIS 5850 - Communication and Information Services


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 5040 or equivalent. Computer communication technologies and trends; communication theory, hardware, software, architectures, services and security.

  
  • CIS 5860 - Information Systems Project and Change Management


    (3)
    The organizational, behavioral and life-cycle aspects of the project planning, staffing, control, and implementation elements of technology-based systems.

  
  • CIS 5880 - Seminar: Information Security


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 5040 or equivalent or permission of instructor. Broad coverage of Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) for Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSP) with focus on management and conceptual issues of security of information systems and business environments.

  
  • CIS 5900 - IS/IT Policy and Strategy


    (3)
    Prerequisite: CIS 5040. Discussion of the strategic perspective for aligning organizational strategy, core competencies, and information systems and technology; partnership roles of the CEO and CIO.

  
  • CIS 5910 - Introduction to Big Data Analysis and Development


    (3)
    Designed for executives to learn the basics of Big Data and Hadoop data intensive computing using cases. Some sections may be technologically mediated.

  
  • CIS 5980 - Graduate Directed Study


    (1)
    Investigation of an approved project leading to written report; project selected in conference with seminar professor, and arrangements made for regular meetings during semester. May be repeated for credit.


Instructional Technology (Undergraduate)

  
  • EDIT 3000 - Peace and Conflict Resolution Through the Lens of Educational Technology


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE 4 basic subjects and a course each from lower division Blocks B, C and D. Creating local and global social change via community engagement and using current technology tools, theories and models for conflict prevention, peace-building, peace-keeping, and non-violence.

    GE UD D (cl)

  
  • EDIT 4100 - Educational Technology for Urban Educators


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE 4 basic subjects and a course each from lower division Blocks B, C and D. Application of educational technology including: written and online communications, reviewing resources, graphical organizers, and assistive technology. Legal, ethical, and human issues related to educational technology. Meets Preliminary Credential technology standards in Education.

    GE UD B

  
  • EDIT 4150 - Instructional Technology for Rehabilitation Counseling Education


    (3)
    An introductory course to assistive and instructional technologies and their application in the rehabilitation field. A variety of technology tools, management systems, and instructional modes will be discussed and examined.

  
  • EDIT 4300 - Information Technologies in the Classroom


    (3)
    Using computers and electronic media to assess, analyze data, communicate, collaborate, and solve problems in education; evaluation of electronic media; designing lessons, curricula, and creating learning environments using electronic media.

  
  • EDIT 4350 - Computer Systems in Education


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDIT 4300 or permission of instructor. Computing systems and their uses in education including computer hardware, operating systems local area networks, peripherals, and telecommunications equipment. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours.

  
  • EDIT 4510 - Introduction to Educational Technology


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDIT 4300. Introduction to the Educational Technology and Leadership program, careers in the field, learning theories, survey of instructional design models,  an introduction to portfolios, and applications of instructional technology tools.

  
  • EDIT 4520 - Introduction to Instructional Design and Technology


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDIT 4300. Introduction to the E-Learning and New Media Design program, history, careers, theories and instructional design and Human Performance technology models, an introduction to current multimedia software applications.

  
  • EDIT 4840 - Instructional Technology Authoring Tools


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDIT 4300 or approval of instructor. Survey of  instructional technology authoring tools and their uses in developing educational software. Hands-on experience with various authoring tools.

  
  • EDIT 4850 - E-Learning and New Media Authoring Tools


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDIT 4300 or approval of instructor. Introduction to and practical experience with E-Learning and New Media tools and their uses in developing educational and training applications.

  
  • EDIT 4900 - Special Topics in Instructional Technology


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent. Investigation of unique problems and new developments in instructional technology. Specific subjects announced in Schedule of Classes.  May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes.

     


Instructional Technology (Graduate)

All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements, subject to limits established by the division and approval of the graduate adviser.
Classified graduate standing is required for admission, except that postbaccalaureate students may enroll in 5000-level courses that are required in a credential program

  
  • EDIT 5010 - Instructional Design Theories and Applications


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDIT 4510, EDFN 5000 Issues, trends, theories, and research related to the integration of technology into  education with a primary focus on the design and evaluation of digital age learning environments.

  
  • EDIT 5020 - Instructional Design


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDIT 4300, EDIT 4520 Fundamentals of instructional design, principles of learning theory, instructional design models, strategies, and process, including analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of technology-based instructional and training materials.

  
  • EDIT 5030 - Introduction to Online Teaching and Learning


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDIT 4300, or permission of instructor. This course will introduce students to concepts and issues around E-Learning and Online learning emerging pedagogy, applications and how they can be integrated into today’s K-12 classrooms and training environments.

  
  • EDIT 5040 - Instructional Design for Online Teaching and Learning


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDIT 5030. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills for designing engaging online learning experiences using a grounded approach based on a range of theoretical perspectives and instructional design models.

  
  • EDIT 5050 - Authoring Tools for Online Delivery and Universal Design for Learning


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDIT 5040. Students will study trends/issues of online content development and delivery methods, develop content using authoring tools and applications, examine interface design standards, management systems, and Universal Design for Learning.

  
  • EDIT 5060 - Learning Communities and Pedagogies in Online Teaching Learning


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDIT 5050. This course will provide students with knowledge, skills, and strategies in pedagogical, social, cognitive, managerial, and technical aspects of online teaching, moderation, facilitation, collaboration, and community building.

  
  • EDIT 5100 - Using Educational and Assistive Technology


    (2)
    Provides students with the ability to analyze technology and its appropriate use for facilitating the teaching and learning process for accessibility. Course examines issues and methods used in assistive technology.

  
  • EDIT 5400 - Graphic Design for Learning and Performance


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDIT 4300, EDIT 4520 Theories and principles of visual design, effectiveness, appeal and efficiency of instructional graphics and web design in educational and performance setting, learning theories, cultural influences, and technology tools that influence design process.

  
  • EDIT 5540 - Video Technology in Education


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDIT 4510. Educational value and utilization of video technology in instructional settings; review and application of research; exploration of future uses of the medium.

  
  • EDIT 5560 - Technology Leadership and Innovative Learning Systems in Schools


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDIT 4510, EDIT 5010 Planning and developing technology resources for schools and school districts, staff development, and funding technology in schools.  Computing systems in education including computer hardware, operating systems, troubleshooting, and networks.

  
  • EDIT 5570 - Multimedia Design and Development


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDIT 4300, EDIT 4520, EDIT 4850 Analysis, design, and production of multimedia for training and education. Current research for the design, development, and implementation of  applications including tutorial, drill and practice, simulation, gaming, and testing.

  
  • EDIT 5600 - Educational Web Design and Development


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDIT 4300 or its equivalent or permission of instructor. Theory and practice in design and production of instructional graphics and web design. Using the Internet to find, research, and develop responsive web designs in education.

  
  • EDIT 5620 - Current Technologies


    (3)
    Emerging technologies and their impacts on teaching, learning, research, and creative applications in education will be explored, with a primary focus on experience design and new pedagogical possibilities.

  
  • EDIT 5630 - Introduction to Human Performance Technology (HPT)


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDIT 4300 or approval of instructor. Introduce instructional designers, training-development, & human resource professionals to HPT. HPT is the process of analysis, design, development, implementation, & evaluation of interventions to most cost effectively influence human performance.

  
  • EDIT 5650 - E-Learning


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDIT 4520. Introduction to e-learning, online and distance learning, e-learning strategies, authoring tools, applications in K-16 and training environments. Hands-on activities will focus on design, development, implementation, and evaluation of an e-learning environment.

  
  • EDIT 5800 - Applied Experiences in Educational Technology


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy in MA in Education: option in Educational Technology Leadership.  Examination of theory and practice in educational technology field settings. Supervised field-based project, product development, evaluation, or empirical investigation practicum with educational technology specialists.

  
  • EDIT 5810 - Applied Experiences in E-Learning and New Media Design


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy in MA in Education. Option in E-Learning and New Media Design.  Examination of the role and responsibilities of working as an e-learning and media specialist in field settings.  Supervised product development, evaluation, empirical investigation, training, or externship.

  
  • EDIT 5900 - Educational Technology Portfolio Project


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Advancement to Candidacy and completion of 80% coursework in Master’s Degree: option in the Educational Technology Leadership Program. This course provides students with a “capstone” experience integrating their abilities and knowledge in Educational Technology through development of an electronic portfolio useful to reviewers in the profession and potential employers.

  
  • EDIT 5910 - E-Learning & New Media Portfolio Project


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Advancement to Candidacy and completion of 80% coursework in Master’s Degree: option in the New Media Design and E-Learning. This course provides students with a culminating experience integrating their abilities, theories and knowledge in New Media, Design and E-Learning through the development of a portfolio.

  
  • EDIT 5940 - Selected Studies in Instructional Technology


    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and appropriate prerequisite.  Advanced specialized topics involving instructional technology. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes.


Instructional Technology (Doctoral)

  
  • EDIT 6000 - Educational Technology Leadership


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Admission to Doctoral program or consent of instructor. Examines history of technology in educational contexts; analyzes the complex interrelationships between educational technology theory, research, and policy; explores ways leadership can address innovation and the challenge of equal access.

    *Semester Units
     

  
  • EDIT 6010 - Contemporary Issues in Emerging Technologies: Blended Learning Systems


    (2)
    Prerequisites: Admission to Doctoral Program, or consent of instructor and program director. Examination of contemporary issues and practices in blended learning systems for K-20 education. Topics include definitions, current models, research, best practices, global perspectives, case studies, emerging technologies, and future trends.

  
  • EDIT 6020 - Human Performance Technology and Social Change


    (2)
    Prerequisites: Admission to Doctoral Program, or consent of instructor and program director. Students will learn the theories and models of HPT and apply them to analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate interventions using technology tools to improve human performance and promote social change.


Intercollegiate Athletics (Undergraduate)

  
  • ATHL 3410 - Series: Individual or Dual Sports


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Only NCAA-eligible student athletes may enroll and participate in these courses. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 10 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3410C - Cross Country (Men’s) (Women’s)


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 5 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded ABC/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3410F - Track and Field (Men’s) (Women’s)


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 5 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded ABC/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3410G - Golf (Women’s)


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 5 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded ABC/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3410T - Tennis (Women’s)


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 5 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded ABC-/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3420 - Series: Individual or Dual Sports


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Only NCAA-eligible student athletes may enroll and participate in these courses. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 10 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3420B - Baseball (Men’s)


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 5 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded ABC-/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3420K - Basketball (Men’s) (Women’s)


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 5 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded ABC-/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3420S - Soccer (Men’s) (Women’s)


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 5 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded ABC-/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3420V - Volleyball (Women’s)


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. Advanced practice in performance techniques in preparation for intercollegiate competition. A maximum of 5 units of intercollegiate athletics courses may be applied toward a baccalaureate. Graded ABC-/NC.

  
  • ATHL 3540 - Special Topics


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Consent of coach. N/A


Interdisciplinary Business (Undergraduate)

Upper division standing is prerequisite to enrollment in 3000- and 4000- level BUS courses.

  
  • BUS 1010 - Introduction to Higher Education for Business and Economics Majors


    (3)
    Orientation to thinking strategies applicable to lifelong problem soling in academic, social, and personal life. Introduces critical thinking, information literacy, university resources, and academic planning for student success. Graded A,B,C-/NC

    GE E (cl) (IHE)

  
  • BUS 2000 - Work and Self Development


    (3)
    Systematic investigation of how work shapes human understanding and behavior-past, present and future. Covers pertinent psychological, sociocultural, economic and technological issues about work and individual achievement.

    GE E

  
  • BUS 2500 - Diversity, Business, and the Workplace


    (3)
    Examines how cultural diversity drives business success as well as the knowledge and skills needed to interact effectively within diverse business environments.

    GE D (d)

  
  • BUS 3050 - Business Communications


    (3)
    Principles of business communication; emphasis on clear and correct written communication and dynamic business presentations as tools for business decision-making. Grade of C or better in this course satisfies the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement.

    (wi) GWAR

  
  • BUS 3950 - Community Service in Business


    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Upper Division standing in College of Business and Economics major; approval of college interdisciplinary faculty coordinator in consultation with EPIC director, and acceptance by an appropriate community agency or director of a campus-approved business assistance or development project. Participation in work of a community agency or activities in business assistance or development projects, utilizing professional and/or vocational skills in service to community. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • BUS 4150 - Contemporary Issues in Global Business


    (3)
    An integrated approach to business issues in a globalized environment under different political, legal, economic and socio-cultural conditions with a focus on trade, competition, regional integration, international finance and accounting, international labor, international management, and global governance.

  
  • BUS 4540 - Special Topics in Business


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Varies with topic; see Schedule of Classes for specific prerequisite. In-depth presentation and analysis of topics significant to contemporary business world; lectures, discussions, speakers, and research projects. May be repeated for credit for 20 units as subject matter changes.

  
  • BUS 4970 - Strategic Management


    (3)
    Prerequisites: ACCT 2100, ACCT 2110, ECON 2010, ECON 2020, FIN 2050, BUS 3050, CIS 3010, ECON 3060 or ECON 3090, FIN 3030, MGMT 3060, MGMT 3070, MGMT 3080, and MKT 3100; or equivalents.  Integrates business knowledge developed in core courses; provides interdisciplinary exposure to complex executive decisions in business, including global strategy under conditions of uncertainty.

  
  • BUS 4980 - Advanced Cooperative Education


    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Completion of senior level courses appropriate to experience; Cooperative Education coordinator. Participation in work experience integrated with academic program experience integrated with academic program; assignments arranged individually in advanced through coordinator.

  
  • BUS 4990 - Undergraduate Directed Study


    (1-3)
    Project selected in conference with sponsor before registration; progress meetings held regularly. May be repeated for credit to maximum of 13 units as subject matter changes.


Interdisciplinary Business (Graduate)

Classified graduate standing and approval by the College of Business and Economics Advisement Center are required for admission to all 5000- level courses.

  
  • BUS 5000 - Foundation of Business Administration


    (9)
    The Foundations of Business Administration course is designed to prepare graduate students for advanced, specialized courses in business administration. The course focused on principles and foundatioal concepts in business, techniques and fundamental tools for business analysis and administration.

  
  • BUS 5001 - Cases in Business Administration Fundamentals


    (6)
    Application of fundamental principles of business administration to case studies, addressing issues in Strategy, Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing, and Quantitative Methods for Management.

  
  • BUS 5021 - Accounting Information for Analysis and Control


    (3)
    Prerequisite: BUS 5000. The course covers the use of financial and managerial accounting concepts applied for analysis, problem solving and decision-making in corporations.  Topics include financial statement analysis, project and product analysis, internal control, accounting ethics, and corporate governance.

  
  • BUS 5022 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior


    (3)
    Prerequisite: BUS 5000. Application of theories of leadership and organizational behavior; development of negotiation skills.

  
  • BUS 5023 - Marketing Strategy for a Global Environment


    (3)
    Prerequisite: BUS 5000. Investigates marketing imperatives, principles, and philosophy in a dynamic global environment.  Emphasizing the process of selectivity and concentration, customer value, differential advantage, and integration when developing marketing plans and strategy.

  
  • BUS 5024 - Financial Management


    (3)
    Prerequisite: BUS 5000 or BUS 5001.  Concepts of managerial finance, portfolio theory, multinational financial management and financial institutions. Topics include financial statement analysis, capital budgeting, mergers and acquisitions, portfolio analysis, asset pricing, management of financial intermediaries, and risk management.

  
  • BUS 5025 - Supply Chain and Operations Management


    (3)
    Prerequisite: BUS 5000. Organized around the business process methodology, the course discusses the concepts and issues in supply chain and operations management; and emphasizes the development of analytical, modeling, and decision making skills.

     

     

  
  • BUS 5026 - Global Business Environment


    (3)
    Prerequisite: BUS 5000. National, political, economic, socio-cultural, and ethical differences; international trade policies and institutions; foreign direct investment; regional economic integration; international monetary system; global competition and business operations; current trends and developments.

  
  • BUS 5027 - Business Information Systems


    (3)
    Prerequisite: BUS 5000. Analysis of integrated business processes:  production, accounting, fulfillment and procurement in enterprise systems. Data analytics, decision making and business intelligence are also included.

  
  • BUS 5028 - Capstone: Global Business Strategy


    (3)
    Prerequisites: BUS 5000, BUS 5021, BUS 5022, BUS 5023. Integrative view of positioning the firm for success in the global business environment.   Introduces concepts, frameworks and techniques to make strategic decisions. Topics include environmental analysis, resources, capabilities, business strategy, vertical integration, diversification, implementation, and social responsibility.

 

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