2016-2017 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
    May 20, 2024  
2016-2017 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by subject prefix. Each course description begins with a subject prefix followed by a three-digit course number and the course title. If a course includes laboratory or other special activities, that information is contained in the course description. Prerequisites and co-requisites are also listed. A prerequisite is a course, experience, or other required preparation that must be completed before the student will be permitted to enroll in the course. A co-requisite is a course, experience, or other preparation that must be completed at the same time that the student is enrolled in the listed course.

Courses numbered 100 to 199 are primarily for freshmen, 200 to 299 for sophomores, 300 to 399 for juniors and seniors, and 400 to 499 for seniors. Courses numbered 500 and above are reserved for graduate students.

Please note, when searching courses by “Code or Number”, an asterisk (*) can be used to return mass results. For instance, a “Code or Number” search of ” 5* ” can be entered, returning all 500 or graduate-level courses.

 

Accounting

  
  • AC 241 Principles of Accounting I


    Theory of debits and credits; journals and ledgers; asset and liability valuations; income determination; financial statement preparation and interpretation; accounting for proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations; basic concepts of managerial accounting. Must be taken in sequence. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 242 Principles of Accounting II


    Theory of debits and credits; journals and ledgers; asset and liability valuations; income determination; financial statement preparation and interpretation; accounting for proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations; basic concepts of managerial accounting. Must be taken in sequence. Prerequisite(s): AC 241  Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 313 Intermediate Accounting I


    Advanced-level study of financial accounting principles and application of these principles to problems of determining financial position and results of operations of business enterprises. Must be taken in sequence. Prerequisite(s): AC 242 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 314 Intermediate Accounting II


    Advanced-level study of financial accounting principles and application of these principles to problems of determining financial position and results of operations of business enterprises. Must be taken in sequence. Prerequisite(s): AC 313 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 331 Accounting Internship


    Experience that enables students to apply accounting theory to practical accounting problems. Course should be helpful in deciding upon a career path in the accounting field. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the accounting instructor and completion of twelve semester hours of accounting courses with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Grades are either Pass or Fail. Credit, one to three hours.
  
  • AC 332 Accounting Internship


    Experience that enables students to apply accounting theory to practical accounting problems. Course should be helpful in deciding upon a career path in the accounting field. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the accounting instructor and completion of twelve semester hours of accounting courses with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Grades are either Pass or Fail. Credit, one to three hours.
  
  • AC 345 Cost Accounting I


    Developing and reporting information for use in making management decisions. Topics include budgeting; performance measurement; cost-volume-profit analysis; relevant costs for planning; job order, process, and standard cost accounting systems; cost allocations; and activity-based costing. Prerequisite(s): AC 242  Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 346 Cost Accounting II


    Developing and reporting information for use in making management decisions. Topics include budgeting; performance measurement; cost-volume-profit analysis; relevant costs for planning; job order, process, and standard cost accounting systems; cost allocations; and activity-based costing. Prerequisite(s): AC 345 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 347 Corporate and Business Taxation


    Study of income tax concepts for partnerships, S-corporations, and C-corporations. The effect of income taxation on business decisions and income taxation of various business entities will be emphasized. Basic tax research and tax planning are introduced. Return preparation is required. Prerequisite(s): AC 242 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 426 Accounting Ethics


    To become familiar with the current role of accounting ethics in today’s business environment and professional accounting practice. To help accounting students fully understand how a commitment to ethics can enable accounting professionals to meet their ethical obligations to investors and creditors. To provide the ethical grounding that accounting students need to reconcile conflicts between stakeholder interests that can occur in the performance of audit, tax, and consulting services. Prerequisite(s): AC 314  and AC 449 . (WI) Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 431 Independent Study


    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and the dean of the School. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or better in the major. (See contract for requirements and details.) Maximum credit, eight hours.
  
  • AC 432 Independent Study


    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and the dean of the School. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or better in the major. (See contract for requirements and details.) Maximum credit, eight hours.
  
  • AC 440 Accounting For Not-for-Profit Organizations


    A study of fund accounting as it is applied to governmental and other not-for-profit entities. Prerequisite(s): AC 314 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 447 Federal Individual Taxation


    Emphasis on federal tax laws affecting individuals. Federal taxation of gifts, estates, and trusts will be reviewed. Tax planning and research, and ethical considerations will be included. Individual income tax returns must be prepared using tax preparation software. Prerequisite(s): AC 242 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 448 Advanced Accounting


    Special topics, including accounting for business combinations, partnerships, governmental units; and preparation of consolidated financial statements. Prerequisite(s): AC 314 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 449 Auditing


    Auditing objectives, standards, procedures, and reports. Includes risk assessment, evidence gathering, internal control evaluation, and professional responsibility. Prerequisite(s): AC 314 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 479 Advanced Auditing Topics


    Advanced topics in auditing including internal control evaluations, audit sampling, computer applications, ethical obligations, and reporting standards. Prerequisite(s): AC 449 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those previously listed. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • AC 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those previously listed. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • AC 544 Accounting for Managerial Decision Making


    Provides an analysis of relevant accounting data for management decision making. Topics include budgeting, budgetary control, differential costs in alternative decisions, allocation of costs, cost relationships, pricing, standard costing, and performance evaluation. Prerequisite(s): (AC 241  and AC 242  or equivalent.) Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 547 Federal Individual Taxation


    Provides a study of federal tax laws as they apply to selected entities, including an introduction to tax research methodology. Prerequisite(s): AC 242 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AC 563 Accounting and Management Information Systems


    Provides an analysis of the types of information necessary for the manager in making effective decisions. Stress is placed on tools and techniques for computer-based information systems, internal reports, and accounting records as they contribute to the solution of decision-making problems. Relevant case studies and projects are utilized. The course will emphasize practical applications, using spreadsheets, databases, decision making, and computer simulation using current management and finance software. Cross-listed as: Same as CIS 563  Prerequisite(s): AC 544  or AC 345 , MA 211 , and MGT 321  or their equivalent. For students in integrated accounting program only. Credit, three hours.

Art

  
  • AR 201 Art Appreciation


    An analysis of the elements and qualities of visual art forms. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 203 Introduction to Photography


    A general introduction to photography. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 205 Beginning Watercolor


    A general introductory studio course designed to acquaint the student with the materials, tools, and techniques used in watercolor. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 221 Fundamentals of Design Studio


    An introductory studio course in the basics of composition and approaches to various art media. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 222 Beginning Drawing Studio


    An introductory studio course in the basic approaches to various art media as they relate to drawing. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 223 Three-Dimensional Design


    An introductory studio course in the basic approaches to three-dimensional art concepts. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 224 Drawing II


    A studio course designed to increase the technical skills and knowledge introduced in Beginning Drawing Studio. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 226 Introduction to Graphic Design


    An introduction to the use of the Macintosh computer, graphic design software and the skills and techniques used in graphic design and visual problem solving. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 228 Digital Literacy and Content Creation


    This course offers a fundamental understanding of the critical and practical aspects of digital tools, technologies, and resources. Students will learn how to navigate, evaluate, create, and critically apply information by using a wide variety of digital technologies including design software, social media tools, email marketing programs and blogging platforms. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 297 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • AR 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • AR 300 Typography and Page Layout


    An introduction to the fundamentals of typography and its critical role in page layout. Through lectures, demonstrations and studio work, students are introduced to all aspects of type, from its historical precedents to its current use. Creative thinking is encouraged, along with prescribed techniques and media. Prerequisite(s): AR 226 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 301 Graphic Design Print Production


    A survey of typography, page layout, paper selection, prepress techniques and the preparation of art for reproduction using both traditional and digitial means. The focus is on improving design knowledge and skills, as well as introducing students to project management disciplines. Prerequisite(s):  AR 300 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 302 Digital Graphic Design Studio


    This course concentrates on educating students in the development of effective content for online, social and additional electronic media. Discussion includes theories and techniques of multimedia, interaction design and graphic design and how they relate. Prerequisite(s):   Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 306 Advanced Watercolor


    A studio course designed to advance the technical skills and knowledge introduced in Beginning Watercolor. Emphasis is placed on creative expression through experimental studio work explaining various advanced watercolor techniques. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 310 Prehistoric to Renaissance


    A survey of the major visual art forms of Western civilization from the Prehistoric beginning into the Renaissance. (WI) Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 311 Renaissance to Modern Art


    A survey of the major visual arts forms from the Renaissance to the Modern period. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 314 Professional Practices in Fine Arts


    The purpose of this course is to familiarize fine arts students with a variety of current professional practices that prepare students for the business aspects of a fine arts career. The focus is on the preparation of the portfolio and resume and on understanding business practices such as record keeping, contracts, shipping, and copyright. Search strategies for jobs, galleries, grants, and residencies are taught. A class project is completed, providing hands-on professional experience. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 315 Post-Modern Art Criticism


    Discussion course based on reading. It will examine present day contemporary art, early postmodern movements and issues. (WI) Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 321 Beginning Painting Studio


    A beginning-level painting studio with a creative and experimental approach to various historical styles. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 322 Intermediate Painting Studio


    An intermediate-level painting studio with emphasis on creative and experimental approaches in painting. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 331 Internship


    Qualified graphic design students of junior or senior standing may obtain an internship for at least 100 hours of supervised professional experience. Written component required. Grades are either Pass or Fail. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 332 Internship


    Qualified graphic design students of junior or senior standing may obtain an internship for at least 100 hours of supervised professional experience. Written component required. Grades are either Pass or Fail. Credit, three hours
  
  • AR 341 Beginning Ceramics


    A studio course dealing with the understanding of clay properties and construction of basic forms in clay. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 342 Advanced Ceramics


    A studio course designed to advance the technical skills and knowledge introduced in Beginning Ceramics. Emphasis is placed on creative expression through experimental studio work and exploring new procedures. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 380 Digital Photography


    An introduction to the digital photography practice. This course will explore different techniques, aesthetics, and concepts. These elements will be expressed through demonstrations, lectures, and projects. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 401 Web Design


    An introduction to the design, development, implementation and testing of effective interfaces based on the principles of graphic design, interactivity and usability. HTML, CSS, Javascript, navigation systems, visual hierarchy, basic animations, image preparation and file transferring protocols are among topics covered. Emphasis is placed on conceptual development, structure, interactivity and design aesthetics. Prerequisite(s):  . Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 402 Portfolio Design


    This course focuses on the preparation of students for the competitive job market including resume writing and portfolio creation through lecture, demonstration and studio work. Existing projects are refined and gaps are filled with new projects. The course culminates with the creation of a professional portfolio of work. Prerequisite(s):  Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 420 Senior Studio


    Advanced-level studio course directed toward individual creative activity and research. (WI) Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 431 Independent Study


    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or better in the major. (See contract for requirements and details.) Maximum combined credit, eight hours.
  
  • AR 432 Independent Study


    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or better in the major. (See contract for requirements and details.) Maximum combined credit, eight hours.
  
  • AR 488 Interdisciplinary Seminar


    Study of a selected theme or topic designed to synthesize and reveal the coherence of the undergraduate curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Normally limited to seniors with the approval of the course director. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AR 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • AR 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide opportunities for students to study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.

Air Force Studies

  
  • AS 101 Foundation of The U.S. Air Force I


    A survey course designed to introduce students to the U. S. Air Force in the contemporary world. The course examines the U.S. Air Force mission and organization, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, and an introduction to communication skills. Educates students on what the Air Force offers and helps them to become better leaders in and out of the Air Force. Leadership laboratory activities are included. Credit, one hour.
  
  • AS 102 Foundation of The U.S. Air Force II


    A survey course designed to introduce students to the U. S. Air Force in the contemporary world. The course examines the U.S. Air Force mission and organization, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, and an introduction to communication skills. Educates students on what the Air Force offers and helps them to become better leaders in and out of the Air Force. Leadership laboratory activities are included. Credit, one hour.
  
  • AS 201 The Evolution of U.S. Air Force I


    Study of the development of air and space power through a historical perspective from balloons and dirigibles up to the Korean Conflict. Historical examples are provided to extrapolate the development of Air Force distinctive capabilities (competencies) and missions (functions) to demonstrate the evolution of today’s air and space power. Students will be introduced to the Air Force methods of effective communication. Leadership laboratory activities are included. Credit, one hour.
  
  • AS 202 The Evolution of U.S. Air Force II


    Study of the development of air and space power through a historical perspective from the Korean Conflict to the space-age systems of the Global War on Terrorism. Course deals with the peaceful employment of U.S. air power in relief missions and civic actions program in the late 1960’s and the air war in South Asia. It also covers the buildup of air power during the 1980’s and the changes brought about by Desert Storm. Students will be introduced to the Air Force methods of effective communication. Leadership laboratory activities are included. Credit, one hour
  
  • AS 301 Air Force Leadership Studies I


    Integrated management course emphasizing the individual as a manger in an Air Force milieu. The individual motivation and behavioral processes, leadership, ethics, communications, and group dynamics provide a foundation for the development of the junior officer’s professional skills as an Air Force officer. The basic managerial processes involving decision-making, and the use of analytic aids in planning, organizing, and controlling in a changing environment are emphasized. Laboratory provides opportunities for practical application of leadership skills. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AS 302 Air Force Leadership Studies II


    Integrated management course emphasizing the individual as a manager in an Air Force milieu. The individual motivation and behavioral processes, leadership, ethics, communications, and group dynamics provide a foundation for the development of the junior officer’s professional skills as an Air Force officer. The basic managerial processes involving decision-making, and the use of analytic aids in planning, organizing, and controlling in a changing environment are emphasized. Laboratory provides opportunities for practical application of leadership skills. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AS 401 National Security Affairs and Preparation For Active Duty I


    Focuses on the Armed Forces as an integral element of society. Emphasizes the broad range of American civil-military relations, the environmental context in which U.S. defense policy is formulated and implemented, the societal attitudes toward the military, and the role of the professional military leader-manager in a democratic society. Students prepare written and verbal assignments and participate in group discussions and seminars. Laboratory provides opportunities for practical application of leadership skills. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AS 402 National Security Affairs and Preparation For Active Duty II


    Stresses the fundamental values and socialization process associated with the Armed Services; the requisites for maintaining adequate national security forces; the political economics, and social constraints on the national defense structure; the impact of technological and international developments on strategic preparedness; and the manifold variables involved in the formulation and implementation of national policy. Leadership laboratory included. Credit, three hours.
  
  • AS 494 Directed Study


    Students will receive individual instructor guidance and prepare formal report/research paper on some aspect of Air Force Studies or other assignments as determined by instructor. Credit, one to three hours.

Business Administration

  
  • BA 151 Introduction to Business


    A survey of modern business designed to cover an introductory spectrum of elements in the business world. Suitable for business and non-business majors. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 297 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • BA 298 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings. Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • BA 319 Business Analytics


    This course uses data, information technology, statistical analysis, quantitative methods, and mathematical or computer-based models to help students understand how managers gain insight about business operations for improved fact-based decision making. Students will be expected to use Excel and apply statistical knowledge in learning topics such as predictive modeling and analysis, time-series forecasting, simulation and prescriptive analytics using linear optimization. Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 , MA 211 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 331 Internships


    Qualified students who have satisfactorily completed BA 151  and six advanced semester hours in AC, BA, EC, FI, MGT, or MKT may be placed in internships for at least 135 hours of supervised, professional experience. Grades are either Pass or Fail. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 332 Internships


    Qualified students who have satisfactorily completed BA 151  and six advanced semester hours in AC, BA, EC, FI, MGT, or MKT may be placed in internships for at least 135 hours of supervised, professional experience. Grades are either Pass or Fail. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 336 Business and Technical Writing


    An introduction to correspondence and report formats used in business and industry. Cross-listed as: EN 336  Prerequisite(s): EN 101 , EN 102 , and CIS 101 . (WI) Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 351 Enactus I


    The purpose of this course is to establish and direct student-generated appreciation for the free-enterprise system through outreach projects within the community. SIFE is an international non-profit organization that brings together top leaders of today and tomorrow to create a better, more sustainable world through the positive power of business. Through projects that improve quality of life and standard of living for people in the community, the students and instructors demonstrate that individuals with a knowledge and passion for business can be a powerful force for change. This is the first of a two-course sequence. Cross-listed as: MGT 351 . Prerequisite(s): BA 151 , EC 201 , and permission of instructor. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 352 Enactus II


    This is a continuation of BA 351  to prepare and present the SIFE projects. Presentations will be given at regional and national competitions. Cross-listed as: MGT 352 . Prerequisite(s): BA 151 , EC 201  and permission of instructor. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 353 Business Law


    A comprehensive study of the Uniform Commercial Code dealing with contracts, agency and employment, commercial paper, personal property and bailments, sales of goods, partnerships, corporations, bankruptcy, trusts, estates, and government regulations. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 430 Global Business


    This course considers the theory and practice of international business with emphasis on the external environments of the modern multinational corporation. Prerequisite(s): EC 201  and EC 202 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 431 Independent Study


    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.) Maximum credit, eight hours.
  
  • BA 432 Independent Study


    A student with advanced standing may pursue an independent study or research project in the major area, with the approval of the advisor, instructor, and dean of the School of Business. Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least eighteen semester hours with a 3.00 GPA or higher in the major. (See independent study contract for requirements and details.) Maximum credit, eight hours.
  
  • BA 454 Strategic Management


    A study of the creation and implementation of strategic corporate management integrating all areas of the School of Business core curriculum. Students analyze actual corporations and also gain experience through a business strategy simulation. This course is designed as a capstone course in the program, so it can be taken only during the student’s senior year. Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 , AC 241 , AC 242 , EC 201 , EC 202 , MGT 321 , MKT 311 , FI 330 , BA 336 , and senior standing. (WI) Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 460 Business Senior Seminar


    This course is required for all business majors. It should be taken the semester prior to graduation. It provides an overview of the entire business core curriculum to identify areas for improvement. The course will culminate with the administration of assessment instruments for evaluating learning and critical thinking skills. The course includes preparation for successful career management. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or permission. Credit, one hour.
  
  • BA 497 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • BA 498 Study in Selected Topics


    Courses offered to provide competent students opportunities for study in areas of interest other than those elsewhere defined. This series is primarily a classroom function, either seminar or lecture, permitting flexibility in course offerings Credit, one to six hours.
  
  • BA 519 Data Analysis and Decision Modeling


    Provides the application of analytics and quantitative methods to solve complex problems in all areas of business. The course will integrate a knowledge base in business analytics to understand the emerging role of business analytics in organizations and to effectively use and interpret analytic models for making better business decisions. This will be accomplished through applying business analytics tools in a spreadsheet environment creating knowledge in business process optimization, data mining, and applied statistics. Prerequisite(s): MA 211 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 530 Global Business


    Provides a framework for understanding broad issues and for analyzing specific topics in an increasingly interdependent world. It promotes a multi-disciplinary approach to integrating various facets of international business operations. Prerequisite(s): EC 201 , EC 202 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 531 Independent Study


    Analyzes a problem selected by the student and developed with the guidance and direction of a graduate faculty member, approved by the M.B.A. advisor. Activities include research (primary or library), reading and conferences with the faculty member. Topics must be approved by the faculty member and by the M.B.A. advisor. (Independent Study may also be conducted in AC, CIS, EC, MGT, and/or MKT.) Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 532 Independent Study


    Analyzes a problem selected by the student and developed with the guidance and direction of a graduate faculty member, approved by the M.B.A. advisor. Activities include research (primary or library), reading and conferences with the faculty member. Topics must be approved by the faculty member and by the M.B.A. advisor. (Independent Study may also be conducted in AC, CIS, EC, MGT, and/or MKT.) Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 540 Business Communication


    A study of the fundamentals of and prerequisites to effective communication in business. Development of technical writing and oral communication skills used by managers for internal and external communication, including the use of new information technologies. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 554 Strategic Management


    This is the capstone course in the MBA program.  It employs case studies, simulations and application of in-depth analysis, integrating the skills and knowledge developed in the required courses taken prior to and concurrently with this course.  A grade of “B” or better is required to complete this course.  The course should be taken in the last year of study, preferably the last semester, and may not be transferred into the MBA program from another institution.  Prerequisites:  Credit for or registration in the other MBA required courses. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 590 Comprehensive Examination


    Constitutes an integrated examination of the MBA program. Corequisite(s): It consists of written and oral components and is graded as either “pass” or “fail.” Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 591 Special Topics in Business


    An examination of significant issues, theories, and practical problems in one of the areas of Accounting (AC), Business Administration (BA), Computer Information Systems (CIS), Economics (EC), Finance (FI), Management (MGT) or Marketing (MKT). The course content is selected by the instructor to fit the needs of current students. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BA 592 Special Topics in Business


    An examination of significant issues, theories, and practical problems in one of the areas of Accounting (AC), Business Administration (BA), Computer Information Systems (CIS), Economics (EC), Finance (FI), Management (MGT) or Marketing (MKT). The course content is selected by the instructor to fit the needs of current students. Credit, three hours.

Bachelor of Business Administration

  
  • BBA 202 Principles of Microeconomics


    The study of the business firm, the household, and consumer behavior, including the price system, price determination and change, production and cost theory, and market structures. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BBA 241 Principles of Accounting I


    Theory of debits and credits; journals and ledgers; asset and liability valuations; income determination; financial statement preparation and interpretation; accounting for proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations; basic concepts of managerial accounting. Must be taken in sequence. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BBA 242 Principles of Accounting II


    Theory of debits and credits; journals and ledgers; asset and liability valuations; income determination; financial statement preparation and interpretation; accounting for proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations; basic concepts of managerial accounting. Must be taken in sequence. Prerequisite(s): BBA 241 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • BBA 301 Information Management


    An overview of information processing and management information systems. The course covers the use of information technology to design competitive and efficient organizations. Structured methods which can be applied to any business system will be covered. Prerequisite(s): CIS 101   Credit, three hours.
  
  • BBA 311 Principles of Marketing


    A fundamental study of marketing strategy. The course emphasizes market analysis, product, price, distribution channels, and promotion. Prerequisite(s): BBA 202 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • BBA 319 Business Analytics


    This course uses data, information technology, statistical analysis, quantitative methods, and mathematical or computer-based models to help students understand how managers gain insight about business operations for improved fact-based decision making. Students will be expected to use Excel and apply statistical knowledge in learning topics such as predictive modeling and analysis, forecasting techniques, simulation and risk analysis, data mining, and prescriptive analytics using linear optimization. Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 , MA 211 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • BBA 321 Principles of Management


    A study of the theory and practice of management as a universal discipline applicable to all areas of human endeavor. Emphases are on managerial functions and organizational structure. This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in management. Credit, three hours.
  
  • BBA 322 Human Resource Management


    This course is a study of the relationships of individual workers to their work environments. Includes personnel management, labor relations, and labor legislation. Prerequisite(s): BBA 321 . Credit, three hours.
  
  • BBA 330 Principles of Finance


    Introduction to the concepts and techniques of financial management within a business organization. This course includes an overview of the environment of financial management, valuation principles, capital budgeting, risk, cost of capital, long-term financing, and working capital management. Prerequisite(s): BBA 241  and MA 110 . Credit, three hours.
 

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