Course Offerings

ACCT-210 Introduction to Financial Accounting (3 credits)
This course is an introduction to financial accounting concepts, with emphasis on communicating financial information to external users fro decision making purposes. Students are introduced to the U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the accounting process, transaction analysis, financial statement preparation, and related topics.
ACCT-211 Introduction to Managerial Accounting (3 credits)
This course is an introduction to managerial accounting concepts, with emphasis on using financial information for decision making purposes. Students are introduced to cost classifications and product costing, multiple methods of income statement and cash flow statement preparation, budget preparation and variance analysis, financial statement analysis, and other related topics. Prerequisite: Accounting 210.
ACCT-310 Intermediate Accounting I (3 credits)
Stresses basic theory and alternative approaches to income determination and asset valuation. Includes study of basic financial statements, the accounting cycle, cash, receivables, inventory, property, plant and equipment, intangibles, and liabilities. Prerequisites: Accounting 210, minimum grade of C-. Fall.
ACCT-311 Intermediate Accounting II (3 credits)
Examines problems in accounting for stockholders' equity, investment,revenue recognition, income taxes, pensions, and leases. In-depth study of accounting changes and error analysis, statement of cash flows, financial statement analysis, disclosure requirements, and changing prices. Prerequisite: Accounting 310, minimum grade of C-. Spring.
ACCT-317 Cost Accounting (3 credits)
Examines issues and procedures in product costing for financial statement purposes under both historical and standard costing. Includes job costing, process costing, and activity-based costing methods, along with inventory management, pricing decisions, cost allocations, and other advanced topics. Prerequisite: Accounting 211, minimum grade of C-. Fall.
ACCT-321 Accounting Information Systems (3 credits)
This course provides an introduction to the design, implementation and evaluation of accounting information systems. Topics covered include the role and purpose of accounting information systems, transaction processing, internal control, XBRL, enterprise resource planning systems, electronic business, and related topics. Prerequisite: Accounting 211. Spring.
ACCT-329 Introduction to Taxation (3 credits)
Examines the role of taxes in society and their impact on business entities and individuals. An introduction to income, exclusions, deductions, and credits. Tax planning and analysis for decision-making will also be considered. Prerequisite: Accounting 210, minimum grade of C-. Fall.
ACCT-347 International Accounting (3 credits)
Introduces and examines accounting for transactions in a global economy. Course dedicated to an overview of the convergence of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles with International Financial Reporting Standards. Specific topics include financial disclosure, foreign exchange, taxation, and ethics. Prerequisite: Accounting 310, minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
ACCT-360 Computer Accounting (3 credits)
This course introduces students to popular accounting software applications used by millions of small and medium-size organizations around the world. Students will learn to use the software processes and procedures to prepare reports related to the accounting cycle, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and inventory system to generate a wide variety of business and financial reports. The accounting software packages introduced in this course are currently being used by regional accounting firms and some Fortune 500 companies.
ACCT-380 Special Topics in Accounting (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses, gives greater depth in certain areas, and explores current accounting topics. Topic varies each offering. Prerequisite: Accounting 211, minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
ACCT-395 Independent Study (1-3 credits)
Independent research in accounting conducted under faculty supervision. Prerequisites: Accounting 210, minimum grade of C- and permission of instructor.
ACCT-398 Internship in Accounting (3 credits)
First internship; a structured assignment that allows student to gain practical experience in an accounting position relating to an area of career interest. Student is directed by the internship director and supervised by a member of the cooperating organization. Enrollment in course must be concurrent with work experience. A contract (available from the business school's internship director) must be approved and an offer letter from the internship provider must be on file before registering for course. Sponsoring institutions may require students to have completed specific courses(s) in addition to the following prerequisites prior to beginning the internship. Writing intensive course. Prerequisites: Accounting 310, minimum grade of C-; permission of the internship director of the Schroeder Family School of Business Administration.
ACCT-414 Auditing (3 credits)
Studies the auditing profession and its relationship to the financial community. Includes an examination of professional ethics, auditing standards, risk assessment, internal controls, audits of cycles, sampling, analytical and substantive procedures, and reporting. Students are also introduced to computer assisted auditing techniques. Prerequisite: Accounting 310, minimum grade of C-. Spring.
ACCT-420 Advanced Accounting (3 credits)
Studies the theory and techniques of accounting and reporting for acquisitions, consolidated financial statements, partnerships, variable interest entities, and foreign currency translation. Prerequisite: Accounting 310, minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
ACCT-429 Advanced Taxation (3 credits)
A deeper study of federal, state, and local tax laws as it relates to entities, building upon content covered in Accounting 329. Examines the taxation, formation, reorganization, and liquidation of entities. Prerequisite: Accounting 329, minimum grade of C-. Spring.
ACCT-430 Advanced Managerial Accounting (3 credits)
Studies the application of management accounting to strategy and the impact of new and evolving management thinking. Topics include cost allocations, sales variances, management control systems, transfer pricing, performance evaluation, and compensation systems. Prerequisite: Accounting 317, minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
ACCT-450 Forensic Accounting (3 credits)
Forensic accounting involves the application of specialized investigative knowledge and skills to collect, analyze and assess evidence and to communicate findings in administrative and legal venues including the boardroom and courtrooms. Subjects covered in this course include fraudulent financial reporting, fraud detection in financial reporting, misappropriation of assets, money laundering, litigation services offered by accountants, evidence management and computer forensics. Prerequisite: C- or better in ACCT 211.
ACCT-455 Financial Analytics (3 credits)
This course covers topics such as computer-based modeling and forecasting and the use of analytics in auditing and consulting practices. Uses spreadsheets and other software products to analyze the impacts of financial decisions related to financial statement analysis, cash budgeting, and cost of capital determination, capital budgeting, and capital structure choices. The course covers a variety of techniques, such as sensitivity and scenario analysis, optimization methods, Monte Carlo simulation, and regression analysis. Same course as FIN 455. Prerequisite: C- or better in both ACCT 310 and FIN 361.
ACCT-498 Internship in Accounting (3 credits)
Second internship; a structured assignment that allows the student to gain practical experience in an accounting position relating to an area of career interest. Must be a distinct work experience from that provided by Accounting 398. Credits earned apply only as free elective credits. Student is directed by the internship director and supervised by a member of the cooperating organization. Enrollment in course must be concurrent with work experience. A contract (available from the business school's internship director) must be approved and an offer letter from the internship provider must be on file before registering for course. Sponsoring institutions may require students to have completed specific course(s) in addition to the following prerequisites prior to beginning the internship. Writing intensive course. Prerequisites: Accounting 398 , minimum grade of C-; permission of the internship director of the Schroeder Family School of Business Administration.
ACCT-499 Professional Internship (12 credits)
A structured, full-time, professional assignment that allows students to gain practical experience in an accounting position relating to an area of career interest. Students are directed by the internship director and supervised by a member of the cooperating organization. Enrollment in the course must be concurrent with work experience and all requirements of course must be met during the semester in which the student is enrolled in the course. A contract (available from the business school's internship director) and an offer letter from the internship provider must be reviewed and approved by a review committee before the student may register for the course. Cooperating organizations may require students to have completed specific courses in addition to the following prerequisites prior to beginning the internship. Student must work at least 35 hours per week, totaling at least 540 hours at the cooperating organization. Prerequisites: Accounting 310, minimum grade of C-; permission of internship director and review committee of the Schroeder Family School of Business Administration. Fall and Spring only. May not be repeated.
BUS-100 Introduction to Business (3 credits)
Introduces students to basic concepts related to the business environment, such as economic principles, stakeholder relationships, organizational structures, ethics, and corporate social responsibility. Includes a survey of the business functions in corporations, e.g., marketing, accounting and finance, production systems, and human resources. Students will research, write, and present a comprehensive corporate profile of a Fortune 500 company, with emphasis on learning the writing skills expected of business professionals.
BUS-200 Global Business Ethics (3 credits)
Students will develop an understanding of their own ethical perspective through the study of ethical frameworks, personal reflections on business cases and films, and peer discussion. The class will challenge students to analyze and move beyond their preconceptions about the purpose of business and their everyday interactions in the world as they experience ethical dilemmas, global and domestic ethical concerns, and corporate social responsibility. Prerequisite: BUS 100.
BUS-365 Contemporary European Business Issues (3 credits)
Strategic business concepts in the context of the European Union. Multidisciplinary approach to issues related to the European Monetary Union, global challenges facing European business, and comparative business and leadership experiences. Students participate in site visits in the United Kingdom to develop understanding of operations of corporations from a global perspective. Exposure to historical and cultural context of European business to enhance business decision-making skills. Conducted at Harlaxton College. Open to majors in accounting, business administration, or economics. Prerequisite: Interdisciplinary 150 or Economics 102.
BUS-380 Special Topics in Business (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses to give greater depth in certain areas and to explore current topics. Topic varies each offering. Prerequisite: Interdisciplinary 150. Offered periodically.
BUS-398 Internship in Business (3 credits)
First internship; a structured assignment in which student gains practical experience in a business position related to an area of career interest. Student is directed by the internship director and supervised by a member of the cooperating organization. A contract (available from the business school?s internship director) must be approved and an offer letter from the internship provider must be on file before registering for course. Enrollment in course must be concurrent with the work experience.Sponsoring institutions may require students to have completed specific courses(s) in addition to the following prerequisites prior to beginning the internship. Prerequisites: at least one of Finance 361, Management 311, Management 377, or Marketing 325; permission of the internship director of the Schroeder Family School of Business Administration.
BUS-400 Skills for Career Success Program (0 credits)
The Schroeder Skills for Career Success Program provides a roadmap for students to develop their professional careers and networking contacts progressively throughout their time at UE. The program has three areas: Career Readiness, Networking & Job Search, and Personal Development. Students earn points by participating in a variety of activities, some of which are required and others optional. Examples include internships, career fairs, employer information sessions, and workshops on resume writing, professional communication, and workplace etiquette. Activities are approved and documented by the Schroeder Family School of Business Office for Career Success. Enrollment limited to students majoring in business or accounting. Pre-Req: Take MGT-497 - Must be taken either prior to or at the same time as this course.
BUS-498 Internship in Business (3 credits)
Second internship; a structured assignment in which student gains practical experience in a business position related to an area of career interest. Must be a distinct work experience from that provided by Accounting 398 or Business 398. Credits earned apply only as free elective credits. Student is directed by the internship director and supervised by a member of the cooperating organization. Enrollment in course must be concurrent with the work experience. A contract (available from the business school's internship director) must be approved and an offer letter from the internship provider must be on file before registering for the course. Sponsoring institutions may require students to have completed specific course(s) in addition to the following prerequisites prior to beginning the internship. Prerequisites: Accounting 398 or Business 398; permission of the internship director of the Schroeder Family School of Business Administration.
ECON-101 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 credits)
Macroeconomics is the branch of economics that studies the domestic economic system as a whole and its interaction with foreign economies. This course focuses on the behavior of the aggregate economy as it pertains to the determination of national income, production, level of employment, general price level, and trace flows. Particular attention is devoted to fiscal policy and monetary policy and their respective impact on the economic system. Satisfies a general education requirement in human behavior and society.
ECON-102 Principles of Microeconomics (3 credits)
Markets are among the oldest social institutions known to man. Microeconomics is a branch of economics that studies the dynamics of individual markets and prices. Focuses on the behavior of producers and consumers and the interdependence in the market process. Pays particular attention to the structure and evolution of competitive markets. Satisfies a general education requirement in human behavior and society. ECON 101 is not a prerequisite.
ECON-300 Regression Analysis (3 credits)
Second course in applied statistics for students in economics and other social sciences, business administration, mathematics, or natural sciences. Topics include simple and multiple regression analysis, extensions of the classical regression model, and problems associated with forecasting. Assigned work exposes students to problems from a wide range of applications. This course includes introduction to econometric software and experiments involving a variety of real world data sets. Prerequisite: QM 227 or another course in principles of statistics. Offered alternate fall semesters.
ECON-320 Environmental Economics (3 credits)
The content in this course uses concepts learned in principles of micro and macro economics to examine causes evaluate policy solutions to environmental problems such as air and water pollution, climate change, and depletion of natural resources. This class teaches important concepts in environmental economics such as externalities, cost-benefit analysis, and the valuation of non-market goods. Class material draws both from the textbook and from academic studies in environmental economics. Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in MATH 105, 134, or 221 and either ECON 101 or 102.
ECON-345 Intermediate Microeconomics (3 credits)
Microeconomics provides the foundation for logical and disciplined reasoning in virtually every aspect of economics. A rigorous introduction to the behavior of buyers and producers and their interaction in the market, course covers theories of rational choice, principles of production, and the economic costs of production. Attention devoted to the nature of competitive and monopoly markets and to markets for factors of production. In each area, emphasizes the principles of economic efficiency and the concept of economic welfare. Prerequisites: ECON 102; MATH 134 or higher. Offered alternate years.
ECON-346 Intermediate Macroeconomics (3 credits)
Macroeconomics is the study of the economy as a whole. Course analyzes the factors determining the growth in income, changes in prices, and the rate of unemployment. As appropriate, the course makes use of models suited to the long run and the short run and models of both open and closed economies. Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in ECON 101, 102 and MATH 134 or MATH 221.
ECON-372 Money and Banking (3 credits)
Monetary economics examines the effect of money on economic outcomes. The course focuses on the theory and applications of monetary economics with emphasis on how money supply and interest rates are controlled in practice. Discussion topics include the role of interest rates in the economy and their determination in financial markets, operating goals and procedures of the Federal Reserve in its implementation of monetary policy, and alternative theories regarding the determination of aggregate output, employment, and prices. Prerequisites: ECON 101, 102. Same as FIN 372. Offered alternate years.
ECON-380 Special Topics in Economics (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses, to give greater depth in certain areas and to explore current economic topics. Topic varies each offering. Prerequisites: ECON 101, 102. Offered periodically.
ECON-395 Independent Study (1-3 credits)
Independent research in economics conducted under faculty supervision. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
ECON-398 Internship in Economics (3 credits)
A structured assignment in which student gains practical experience in an economics position. Student is directed by the internship director and supervised by a member of the cooperating organization. Enrollment in course must be concurrent with the work experience. A contract (available from the business school's internship director) must be approved and an offer letter from the internship provider must be on file before registering for course. Sponsoring institutions may require students to have completed specific course(s) in addition to the following prerequisites prior to beginning the internship. Prerequisite: EXED-090, ECON-101, ECON-102 and one from ECON-300, 345, 346, 372; permission of the internship director of the School of Business Administration. Not repeatable.
ECON-400 Econometrics (3 credits)
Continuation of Economics 300. An introductory treatment of econometric techniques and their application to business and social science research. Topics include general linear regression models, nonlinear regression, simultaneous equation models, and models with limited dependent variables. Based on a series of experiments using real world data sets. Prerequisite: ECON 300. Offered alternate spring semesters.
ECON-425 International Trade (3 credits)
Analyzes theories and empirical foundations of international trade and factor movement, trade barriers, international monetary relations, foreign exchange systems, balance of payments, and current international economic problems. Prerequisites: ECON 101, 102. Offered alternate years.
ECON-435 International Monetary Economics (3 credits)
This course focuses on the theory of international monetary economics and applies it towards gaining an understanding of current developments and policy issues. The discussion topics on the theory side include the national income accounting, the foreign exchange markets and exchange rate determination, the effect of money and inflation on interest rates and exchange rates, the effect of exchange rates on aggregate demand and output, the choice of the exchange rate regime, and the effect of monetary and fiscal policy on employment and output in an open economy under flexible and fixed exchange rate regimes. The insights gained from the theoretical discussion will help discuss various topics such as the US current account deficit, the impact of the Chinese exchange rate policy on its trade partners, the role of monetary and fiscal policy coordination in the aftermath of the global financial crisis. Prerequisites: ECON 101, ECON 102.
ECON-470 Financial Institutions and Markets (3 credits)
The operation and management of financial institutions and the markets in which they operate discussed. Managerial and public policy issues toward financial institutions and markets also addressed. Crosslisted with FIN 470. Prerequisite: FIN 361. Offered alternate years.
ECON-497 Research Seminar (3 credits)
This course is the research portion of the economics major and students will draw on skills that they have acquired throughout their major course work. During the course of the semester students will develop an original contribution to the existing body of economic knowledge. Students will develop original research questions within a chosen field of economics; choose the appropriate empirical approach, through the use of econometric tools, to address economic problems; and effectively communicate the results of empirical inquiry in both written papers and oral presentations. Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in both ECON 101 or ECON 102 and ECON 300 or STAT 361.
FIN-280 Introduction to Personal Finance (3 credits)
Covers information that allows students to begin their working careers well informed of their financial responsibilities. Covers the fundamentals of personal finance and emphasizes the life cycle approach to personal financial planning. Primary goals of course are (a) make participants aware of need to plan their financial future and (b) increase their knowledge of the various aspects of personal finance in order to plan their financial future effectively. Major topics are managing assets, credit and insurance, investments, and retirement planning. Helps participants begin lifelong journey toward financial literacy. Offered periodically.
FIN-361 Fundamentals of Finance (3 credits)
Introduces core principles of time value of money, risk return analysis, financial forecasting, and security valuation. Analyzes foundations of capital budgeting techniques, cash flow estimation, taxation, and depreciation methods. Prerequisites: ACCT 210; ECON 102; or permission of instructor.
FIN-362 Corporate Financial Policy (3 credits)
Examines the capital budgeting, financing, dividend policy, and working capital decisions of value-maximizing firms with use of case studies. Prerequisite: FIN 361 with a minimum grade of C-. Spring.
FIN-380 Special Topics in Finance (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses, provides in-depth understanding of selected areas in finance, and explores relevant current topics. Theme varies each offering. Prerequisite: FIN 361 with a minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
FIN-383 Microloan Practicum (3 credits)
This course is an experiential learning opportunity that engages students directly with a participating lending institution. Students manage a real-money loan portfolio, making individual loans to women and minority-owned businesses. Students participate in every aspect of the loan process including marketing and outreach efforts, assessment of loan applications, formulation of lending decisions, funding of loans, and monitoring loan repayments. Course is repeatable. A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum from FIN 383 and 385 will apply as an upper level elective in the major area per degree for students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or the Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Additional hours will count as free electives. Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better in FIN 361 or permission of instructor.
FIN-383 Credit Analysis Lending Practicum I (3 credits)
This course sequence is an experiential learning program that engages students directly with a participating lending institution. Students will team with supervising faculty and commercial lending professionals in the process of assessing applications for commercial loans, formulation of lending decisions, and execution of the lending process. Additional emphasis is on the effects of lending outcomes on the bank's financial statements. A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum from FIN 383, 384, 385, and 386 will apply as an upper level elective in the major area per degree for students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting; the Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with majors in finance, management, marketing, or global business; or the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree major in economics. Additional hours will count as free electives. Prerequisite: FIN 361 with minimum grade of C- or permission of instructor.
FIN-384 Credit Analysis Lending Practicum II (3 credits)
This course sequence is an experiential learning program that engages students directly with a participating lending institution. Students will team with supervising faculty and commercial lending professionals in the process of assessing applications for commercial loans, formulation of lending decisions, and execution of the lending process. Additional emphasis is on the effects of lending outcomes on the bank's financial statements. A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum from FIN 383, 384, 385, and 386 will apply as an upper level elective in the major area per degree for students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting; the Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with majors in finance, management, marketing, or global business; or the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree major in economics. Additional hours will count as free electives. Prerequisite: FIN 383 with a minimum grade of B.
FIN-385 Wealth Management Practicum (3 credits)
This is an experiential learning program that engages students directly with individual clients in a participating wealth management firm. The primary objective is to provide students the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in security research, asset valuation, asset allocation, and portfolio management, as fiduciary fund managers of a real-money investment portfolio. Students team with supervising faculty and wealth management professionals in the process of client consultation, formation of client investment objectives, and execution of portfolio strategies. Based on their research and knowledge, students make their own buy and sell decisions, defend their positions in the market, and report on the funds performance to the clients. A maximum of 3 credit hours of practicum from FIN 383 and 385 will apply as an upper level elective in the major area per degree for students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or the Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Additional hours will count as free electives. Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better in FIN 361 or permission of instructor.
FIN-395 Independent Study (1-3 credits)
Independent research in finance conducted under faculty supervision. Prerequisites: FIN 361 with a minimum grade of C-, permission of instructor.
FIN-426 International Financial Management (3 credits)
Analyzes foreign exchange, currency futures, and options markets. Examines aspects of international banking, bond, and equity markets from the perspective of multinational corporations and institutions. Prerequisite: Finance 361. Same as Economics 426.
FIN-427 Financial Derivatives & Alt Investments (3 credits)
The course introduces financial derivatives and their applications. Topics include features of primary financial derivatives (forwards, futures, swaps, and options), the basics of derivatives analysis, and the structure of their markets. The course also covers some advanced topics in investment strategies and risk management; includes discussion of alternative investments and investing in commodities. Prerequisite: FIN 361 or MATH 330 with a minimum grade of C-.
FIN-455 Financial Analytics (3 credits)
This course covers topics such as computer-based modeling and forecasting and the use of analytics in auditing and consulting practices. Uses spreadsheets and other software products to analyze the impacts of financial decisions related to financial statement analysis, cash budgeting, and cost of capital determination, capital budgeting, and capital structure choices. The course covers a variety of techniques, such as sensitivity and scenario analysis, optimization methods, Monte Carlo simulation, and regression analysis. Same course as ACCT 455. Prerequisite: C- or better in both ACCT 310 and FIN 361.
FIN-462 Investments (3 credits)
Develops the principles governing investment of personal funds based on modern capital market theory. Common stocks, bonds, options, and futures contracts analyzed. Prerequisites: FIN 361 with a minimum grade of C-.
FIN-470 Financial Institutions/Markets (3 credits)
The operation and management of financial institutions and the markets in which they operate discussed. Managerial and public policy issues toward financial institutions and markets also addressed. Prerequisite: Finance 361 with a minimum grade of C-. Offered alternate years. Cross listed with ECON 470.
FIN-478 Risk Management (3 credits)
Examines the principles and terminologies of insurance. Analyzes variety of insurance contracts and risk management plans. Discusses the public policy issues related to the insurance industry. Prerequisite: Finance 361 with a minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
FIN-482 Financial Planning: Process/Environment (3 credits)
Financial planning principles, areas, application, process, effective communication, risk evaluations, ethics and practice standards, financial planning problem solving, regulations, financial institutions. Prerequisite: Finance 361 with a minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
LAW-201 Legal Environment of Business (3 credits)
Introduces principles of law and mechanics of the legal system. Provides a broad introduction to legal concepts and statutes that affect businesses and managerial decision making.
LAW-302 Business Law (3 credits)
In-depth coverage of the concepts of partnership, agency, corporations, commercial paper, sales and secured transactions. Prerequisite: LAW 201 with a minimum grade of C-.
LAW-304 Legalized Workplace Issues (3 credits)
This course will cover a breadth of legal issues/topics related directly or indirectly to the workplace, including but not limited to labor; employee rights, benefits and liabilities; contracts; intellectual property; and the Constitution, with the goal of giving students some new tools and practical knowledge. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of leveling policy. Complete LAW 201 with a minimum grade of C-
LAW-308 Negotiations (3 credits)
This course focuses on developing both the knowledge needed and the skills necessary for successful business negotiations. We will place emphasis on preparing for, participating in, and debriefing simulated one-on-one negotiation problems of increasing complexity and nuance. Topics include negotiation psychology, tactics and skills using a five-part self-analysis and preparation structure. Methods of instruction include lecture, case analysis, in-class negotiation exercises, student presentations and exams. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of leveling policy.Complete LAW 201 with a minimum grade of C-
LAW-380 Special Topics in Law (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses, gives greater depth in certain areas and explores current law topics. Repeatable course. Content changes each time course is offered. Offered periodically. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of leveling policy.Complete LAW 201 with a minimum grade of C-
LSCM-315 Logistics/Supply Chain/Operations Manage Ment (3 credits)
An introduction to the analysis and design of manufacturing processes, logistics systems, and supply chain management. Topics include roles of supply chain management, logistics, and operations management, lean systems and strategies, inventory control, sourcing, and supply chain and demand management analysis. Emphasis is placed on concepts and practices that provide firms with a supply chain competitive advantage. Prerequisite: MATH 222 or QM 227, or equivalent statistics course.
LSCM-320 Advanced Logistics Management (3 credits)
Provides in-depth knowledge on the application of logistics services from original sourcing through delivery of finished products in the supply chain. Focuses on fundamental logistics functions such as purchasing, procurement, forecasting, inventory control, scheduling and distribution channels. Prerequisite: LSCM 315 with a minimum grade of C-.
LSCM-330 Supply Chain Mgmt Solutions W/ Sap (3 credits)
Provide knowledge and experiences working with the SAP ERP system. Special attention is afforded to interdependencies between logistical and back office software functions such as finance, controlling, and human resources. Students will learn the SAP ERP system, work through key tasks in all major modules, and most importantly, understand the underlying business processes impacting supply chain management. Prerequisite: LSCM 315 with a minimum grade of C-.
LSCM-340 Intro to Six Sigma (3 credits)
Addresses logistics and supply chain management through the specialty of six sigma. The course will focus on the fundamentals of six sigma and lean production through the topics of DMAIC, Kano Model, SIPOC, Measurement System, Process Capability, Pareto Analysis, Design of Experiments, Code of Ethics, 5S, Waste, Flow, and Just in Time. Prerequisite: LSCM 315 with a minimum grade of C-.
LSCM-350 Humanitarian Logistics (3 credits)
This course provides an understanding of the key elements of humanitarian logistics. Students will learn key information on humanitarian aid, current implications of logistics and supply chain management, and how to employ future applications and innovation to humanitarian aid programs. Prerequisite: LSCM 315 with a minimum grade of C-.
LSCM-360 Global Logistics & Supply Chain Mgmt (3 credits)
Addresses logistics and supply chain management in the global environment which include: global procurement and sourcing, methods of entry, international contracts, terms of trade, terms of payout, international modes, international insurance, managing global transaction risks, and developing strategic advantages in the global supply chain. The course will also address environmental, sustainable, and cultural decisions that affect logistics and supply chain processes. Prerequisite: LSCM 315 with a minimum grade of C-.
LSCM-370 E-Logistics (3 credits)
Describes the role of electronics, information technologies, and information systems in collaborative supply chain relationships. Emphasis is given on the tools and skills for understanding how to manage the electronic environment of logistics and supply chain management. Prerequisite: LSCM 315 with a minimum grade of C-.
LSCM-380 Special Topics in Supply Chain Mgmt (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses, gives greater depth in certain areas and explores current supply chain management topics. Repeatable course. Content changes each time course is offered. Prerequisite: LSCM 315 with a minimum grade of C-.
LSCM-390 Contemporary Supply Chain Issues (3 credits)
Provides students with experiential learning opportunities in solving relevant logistics and supply chain management issues. Topics focus on recent logistics and supply chain management studies within various industry sectors. The course aims to develop skills and knowledge to manage contemporary issues in the supply chain management field. Prerequisite: LSCM 315 with a minimum grade of C-.
MGT-280 Special Topics in Management (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses, gives greater depth in certain areas and explores current management topics. Topic varies each offering.
MGT-306 Human Resources (3 credits)
Covers the basic components of the human resource management (HRM) function in organizations, including hiring employees, assessing performance, and administering pay and benefits. All these activities must be performed in compliance with the law, so course also addresses Equal Employment Opportunity laws and other federal legislation and agencies that impact HRM. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of leveling policy. Fall.Complete BUS 200 with a minimum grade of C-
MGT-310 Production/Operations Management (3 credits)
Survey of the management problems found in the manufacturing of goods and the delivery of services. Various issues considered with emphasis on quantitative models available for solving selected problems. Total quality management and other management concepts discussed. Prerequisite: MATH 222, QM 227 or equivalent statistics course.
MGT-311 Management Information Systems (3 credits)
A study of various types of computer-based information systems including their design, acquisition and operation from the perspective of the manager/end-user. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of leveling policy.
MGT-331 International Business Strategy (3 credits)
Examination of the challenges of conducting business outside the firm's country of origin. Explores the unique aspects of international business, the international environment, and foreign environmental forces from a strategic perspective. Prerequisite: ECON 101 or 102.
MGT-369 Entrepreneurship (3 credits)
Introduces students to the fundamental knowledge and skills that are required in order to conceive, develop, start, and grow a new business enterprise with focus on opportunity recognition and capture, start-up, operations, and identifying and addressing risk. Prerequisites: Complete BUS 100 and FIN 361 with a minimum grade of C-satisfaction of leveling policy. Cross-listed with MGT 569. Spring
MGT-377 Organizational Behavior (3 credits)
Focuses on developing an understanding of the individual and group level factors that influence employee attitudes and behavior at work. Emphasis placed on learning organizational behavior theories, their empirical validity and their practical implications. Topics include personality and emotions, motivation, work teams and leadership. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of the School of Business Administration course level policy.
MGT-380 Special Topics in Management (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses, gives greater depth in certain areas and explores current management topics. Topic varies each offering. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of leveling policy and permission of instructor. Offered periodically.
MGT-392 Managing Global Relationships (3 credits)
Focuses on the impact of culture on business relationships. Emphasis is placed on the ways in which culture impacts managerial relationships with employees, with other businesses, and negotiations. Applications to the international management context, intercultural negotiations, and recommendations for improving expatriate success are highlighted. Prerequisite: MGT 377 with a minimum grade of C-.
MGT-395 Independent Study (1-3 credits)
Independent research in management conducted under faculty supervision. Prerequisites: Satisfaction of leveling policy and permission of instructor.
MGT-402 Compensation and Benefits (3 credits)
Effective pay systems stimulate future performance, reward past performance, provide an adequate standard of living and are perceived to be internally and externally fair. Job evaluation, wage and salary surveys and performance evaluation programs try to achieve these for wages and salary pay plans, incentive pay plans and an array of benefit plans including health and life insurance, pensions, safety and accident prevention plans, etc. Prerequisite: MGT 306 with a minimum grade of C-. Spring.
MGT-412 Leadership (3 credits)
Surveys historical and contemporary perspectives on leadership. Includes spotlights on specific tasks or contexts for leaders, for example, decision making in groups, empowering and delegating, correcting performance deficiencies, and leading meetings. Provides a comprehensive understanding of the leadership subject from the management literature, as well as opportunities for personal reflection on leadership topics. Methods of instruction include lectures, case analyses and other written assignments, videos, and discussions. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of leveling policy.
MGT-430 Decision Making (3 credits)
Develops a theoretical and practical understanding of individual and multiparty decision-making processes. Emphasis placed on learning about the systematic ways in which people's judgments deviate from what a rational model would predict. Coverage of multiparty decision making includes an extensive treatment of negotiation strategies. Applications to the management context and recommendations for improving decision making are highlighted.
MGT-455 Introduction to Logistics and Supply (3 credits)
An introduction to the analysis and design of domestic and international logistics systems and supply chain management. Topics include transportation, warehousing, inventory control, materials handling and packaging, plant and warehouse location decisions, sourcing, and supply chain performance and financial analysis. Additional emphasis is placed on concepts and practices that provide firms with a global competitive advantage. Prerequisite: satisfaction of leveling policy. Same course as LSCM 315.
MGT-469 Entrepreneurship (3 credits)
Introduces students to the fundamental knowledge and skills that are required in order to conceive, develop, start, and grow a new business enterprise with focus on opportunity recognition and capture, start-up, operations, and identifying and addressing risk. Prerequisites: BUS 100 and satisfaction of leveling policy. Cross-listed with MGT 569.Prerequisite: BUS-100 and satisfaction of leveling policy. Offered in the spring.
MGT-475 Competitive Dynamics (3 credits)
Examines the interplay between functional areas of the firm as well as the importance of competitive analysis. Through the use of a simulation, the integration of principles and techniques learned in accounting, finance, marketing, and management are highlighted. Prerequisites: ACCT-211, FIN-361, MGT-377 and MKT-325 all with a minimum grade of C-.
MGT-497 Global Strategic Management (3 credits)
Uses a strategic planning model to integrate principles and techniques learned in accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management and quantitative methods. Examines strategies used to attain and maintain a global competitive advantage. Writing intensive course. Prerequisites: MGT 377, MKT 325, FIN 361 all with a minimum grade of C- and senior standing. Senior seminar course.
MGT-569 Entrepreneurship (3 credits)
Introduces students to the fundamental knowledge and skills that are required in order to conceive, develop, start, and grow a new business enterprise with focus on opportunity recognition and capture, start-up, operations, and identifying and addressing risk. Cross-listed with MGT 469. Pre-requisites: Student in MAILHM program
MGT-H250 Seminar in Contemporary Leadership (3 credits)
Explores various theories of leadership and ethical behavior through the use of ases based on classic and modern firms. Covers topics including conflict resolution, situational leadership, diversity, authority, power, and organizational culture. Harlaxton summer course only. Offered periodically.
MKT-325 Principles of Marketing (3 credits)
Introduction to basic marketing principles from the perspective of a marketing manager. Topics covered include the marketing concept, product analysis, consumer behavior, channels of distribution, pricing, promotion, international marketing and marketing's role in society. Prerequisite: Satisfaction of leveling policy.
MKT-330 Consumer Behavior (3 credits)
Consumer behavior studied from socio-economic, psychological and cultural perspectives as it relates to marketing management. Prerequisite: MKT 325 with a minimum grade of C-. Spring.
MKT-373 Personal Selling (3 credits)
Studies the responsibilities,activities and psychology of a sales representative with a focus on long-term relationship building. Successful selling practices are introduced including prospecting, establishing rapport, generating curiosity,being persuasive, creating desire, handling objections and closing. Prerequisite: MKT 325 with a minimum grade of C-.
MKT-374 Integrated Marketing Communication (3 credits)
Provides an examination of all elements of the marketing promotion mix - advertising, sales promotions, point-of-purchase communication, direct marketing communication, public relations and sponsorship marketing, and personal selling. Overview of market segmentation, appeals, budgets, evaluation and management of the promotion mix. Prerequisite: MKT 325 with a minimum grade of C-.
MKT-380 Special Topics in Marketing (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses. Gives greater depth in certain areas and explores current marketing topics. Topic varies each offering. Prerequisite: MKT 325 with a minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
MKT-381 Special Topics in Marketing (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses,gives greater depth in certain areas and explores current marketing topics.
MKT-385 Digital Marketing (3 credits)
This course examines timely concerns at the intersection of marketing and technology. Topics include internet technology for marketers, online privacy and security issues, buyer behavior online, and digital marketing techniques such as banner advertising, advertising and participating in social media, search engine optimization, and mobile and email marketing. Prerequisite: MKT 325 with a minimum grade of C-.
MKT-395 Independent Study (1-3 credits)
Independent research in marketing conducted under faculty supervision. Prerequisite: MKT 325 with a minimum grade of C-; permission of the instructor.
MKT-460 Marketing Analytics (3 credits)
This course focuses on using quantitative tools to uncover customer insights to monitor and maximize the effectiveness of marketing initiatives. Topics include identifying and collecting relevant data, selecting key metrics, developing models that connect these metrics, and analyzing data to make decisions. Prerequisite: C- or better in both MKT 325 and one of QM 227 or STAT 266.
MKT-477 International Marketing (3 credits)
Examines the impact of culture, economics and legal and regulatory influences on marketing strategy in more than one nation. Prerequisite: MKT 325 with a minimum grade of C-.
MKT-490 Marketing Research (3 credits)
Introduces applications,methods, techniques and functions of market research and information systems. Prerequisite: MKT 325 and QM 227 or an equivalent statistics course with a minimum grade of C-.
MKT-492 Strategic Marketing Management (3 credits)
Provides an examination of marketing strategy selection and implementation with a focus on decision making and problem solving. Prerequisite: MKT 325 with a minimum grade of C-; senior standing.
MKT-574 Integrated Marketing Communications (3 credits)
Provides an examination of all elements of the marketing promotion mix - advertising, sales promotions, point-of-purchase communication, direct marketing communication, public relations and sponsorship marketing, and personal selling. Overview of market segmentation, appeals, budgets, evaluation and management of the promotion mix. Cross-listed with MKT 374. Pre-requisites: Student in MA ILHM
MKT-585 Digital Marketing (3 credits)
This course examines timely concerns at the intersection of marketing and technology. Topics include internet technology for marketers, online privacy and security issues, buyer behavior online, and digital marketing techniques such as banner advertising, advertising and participating in social media, search engine optimization, and mobile and email marketing. Pre-requisites: Student in MA ILHM
QM-160 Introduction to Data Analytics (3 credits)
This course is an introduction to data analysis and management. It includes comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Excel and a brief treatment of Microsoft Access. Excel topics include formatting workbook text and data; implementation of designed functions; analysis and charting of financial data; application of tables, pivot tables and table charts; managing multiple worksheets and workbooks; validation and development of macros; nested commands and other advanced functions; financial tools and functions; scenario analysis; retrieval and importation of external data; and descriptive statistical analysis. Access topics include a brief introduction to database techniques.
QM-227 Introduction to Statistics (3 credits)
General purpose introduction to principles of analysis and inference under conditions of uncertainty. Focuses on the logic of statistical inference. Topics include probability, probability distributions, random variables, sampling and sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, and linear regression and correlation. Prerequisite: Proficiency in algebra at introductory level. Credit not given for both Quantitative Methods 227 and either Psychology 245 or Sociology 344.
QM-327 Statistical Methods (3 credits)
This is a second course in applied statistics. It uses basic principles of statistical inference to introduce students to categorical data analysis, analysis of variance and design of experiments, regression modeling and basic extensions of regression analysis. Possible additional topics include nonparametric statistics, methods for quality control, and introduction to multivariate methods. With emphasis on applications of statistical analysis, this course is appropriate for students in a variety of majors, ranging from business and economics to health and life sciences, social sciences, and exercise science. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: QM 227 with a minimum grade of C-.
QM-380 Special Topics in Quantitative Methods (3 credits)
Covers topics not included in other courses; gives greater depth in certain areas; explores current quantitative methods topics. Topic varies each offering. Prerequisites: QM 227 and SA 110 both with a minimum grade of C-. Offered periodically.
QM-405 Applied Business Analytics (3 credits)
This course utilizes real-world data to solve business problems using various software tools. Students will learn to conduct a complete business analytics project and present their findings. Prerequisite: C- or better in either QM 227 or STAT 266.