BU 202 Business Law II. The course will deal with commercial law, employment law and property law. Commercial law topics will be comprised of the UCC, sales contracts, warranties, commercial paper and secured transactions. Employment law topics will speak to selection, termination and discrimination. Property law topics will include real estate transactions, landlord and tenant relations, mortgages, forms of ownership, insurance, bailments, bankruptcy, will and trusts. A mock trial will be conducted which will emphasize human behavior and verbal and written communication. Ethical issues will also be addressed. Aesthetically, films will be shown which speak to the respective legal issues. Sophomore standing is required. Offered fall and spring semesters.

BU 211(I) International Business. A survey of various environmental, operational and strategic issues facing managers and their organizations operating across national borders is studied. The course examines how economic, political and cultural factors affect the management of international businesses. Topics include: trade issues; international monetary system; political risk management; international strategy; international financial, marketing and human resource management. Prerequisites: Economics 101 or 102. Offered fall and spring semesters.

BU 397 Internship.A faculty supervised part-time practical work experience in the fields of accounting, business administration, and/ or economics. Students will submit written reports of accomplishments and performance on job training, and an assessment of the job itself. Prerequisites: 8 units of coursework in the department with a GPA of 2.75. Junior standing and permission of the department chair are required. Offered fall and spring semesters and in summer session.

BU 400 Senior Thesis & Practicum. This course allows students the opportunity to complete a field-based, real-world experience, promoting them to reflect on their practical training within the field of business. Issues pertaining to all aspects of professional development are discussed in weekly RFT sessions, with particular emphasis on the challenges of the transition from student to civic-minded professional. Senior standing is required. Co-requisite: Business 401. Offered fall and spring semesters.

BU 401 Senior Capstone & Simulation. A study of the establishment of organizational objectives and the implementation of strategies and policies to achieve these goals and to meet changing conditions. An integral part of the course is the use of a large scale Capstone simulation, where participants work as a team to run a fictitious diversified organization. Various decision making techniques are analyzed in the areas of Total Quality Management and Human Resources. The functions, skills and leadership roles of top level executives are examined. Case studies. Senior standing is required. Corequisite: Business 400. Prerequisites: Management 201, Marketing 201, Finance 201. Offered fall and spring semesters.

BU 497 Internship. A faculty supervised part-time practical work experience in the fields of accounting, business administration, and/ or economics. Students will submit written reports of accomplishments and performance on job training, and an assessment of the job itself. Prerequisites: 24 credits of coursework in the department with a GPA of 2.75. Junior standing and permission of the department head are required. Offered fall and spring semesters and in summer sessions.

BU 531 Global Perspectives in Business. An explanation of the dynamic global business environment and how corporations can effectively function on a global scale. The course will discuss various current global issues, look at corporate examples, and visit firms on a field trip to another country to gain first-hand insight into the global business setting. Topics include globalization, cultural influences on consumer behavior, and European economic integration. Offered in summer session.

BU 591 Special Topics in Business Administration. This course includes a discussion and analysis of problems and topics not covered in regular course work. The specific content of the course is flexible in response to student and departmental interests. Enrollment requires junior or senior status in the major and fulfillment of such prerequisites as are established by the department and the instructor. Fulfills requirements at the 300 or 400 level. Offered as required. Students should consult the department chair.

BU 593 Independent Study. Supervised independent research projects developed by the student, with faculty advisement. Restricted to advanced majors. Offered fall and spring semesters.

AC 102 Financial Accounting II. Topics to be covered include depreciation methods for plant and equipment, current and long-term liabilities, payroll accounting, partnerships and corporations, installment notes payable, bonds, and statement of changes in financial position. Taxes will be discussed to the extent applicable. Computer applications will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Accounting 101. Offered fall and spring semesters.

AC 201 Managerial Accounting. A course dealing with the fundamentals of management accounting. Attention is given to job order, process, and standard cost procedures. Ample problem work is assigned to supplement lectures and textbook study in order to aid the manager with respect to pricing and product strategies. Prerequisite: Accounting 101. Offered fall semesters.

AC 211 Intermediate Accounting. This course covers financial accounting, basic theory, and the recognition and measurement of current and long-term assets for corporations. It includes a review of the accounting process, analysis of the four basic financial statements, the time value of money, and various valuations (along with depreciation and depletion). Prerequisites: Accounting 101, 102. Offered spring semester.

AC 401 Auditing. A study of the application of auditing principles and procedures, designed primarily for students who may enter public or private practice. Students are required to complete all phases of an independent audit, including a long-form report. Relationships with clients and associates, ethics of the profession, and related topics are discussed. Prerequisites: Accounting 101, 102, 211. Offered spring semester.

AC 411 Federal Taxes. This course is designed to provide a basic working knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code with regard to individual, partnership, corporation, and fiduciary income taxes. Prerequisites: Accounting 101, 102 or their equivalents and senior class standing. Offered fall semester.

FI 301 Financial Modeling & Forecasting. This course will focus on how to effectively construct and use financial models to determine financial outcomes and guide business decisions. The students will learn various techniques in: investment appraisals, capital planning, budgeting, valuation, financial analysis, investment analysis models, and many more. The application for forecasting techniques will also be explored. Prerequisites: FI 201, MA 108, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Offered spring semester.

FI 311 Corporate Finance. This course focuses on the financial policy decisions faced by corporations. Topics include but are not limited to financial statements, financial planning, time value of money, capital structuring, valuation and risk, capital budgeting. dividend policy, short and long-term planning. Prerequisites: Finance 201. Offered fall and spring semesters.

FI 312 Money and Investing. This course deals with the nature and functions of money, the monetary history of the United States, the Federal Reserve System, the basic principles of investment vehicles, including stocks, bonds and government securities, commercial banking, credit and savings institutions. Prerequisites: Finance 201. Offered fall and spring semesters.

FI 411 International Corporate Finance. A global approach to financial management. Topics include: financial structure in global markets; managing exchange rate risks and hedging with cash derivatives; international capital budgeting; and international arbitrage and parity. Financial calculator and Excel function utilized in all facets of international corporate finance decision making.  Prerequisite: Finance 201, Business Administration 211. Offered spring semesters.

FI 412 Portfolio Theory. This course provides an in depth analysis of portfolio theory and financial markets. Topics include options, commodities, mutual funds, capital asset pricing model, risk, diversification and portfolio management. Prerequisite: Finance 201 and Finance 312. Offered fall semester.

MG 301 Organizational Behavior. A study of organizational behavior as it pertains to interpersonal relations and group dynamics. Topics include: organizational structure and development, communication, motivation, and evaluation. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing; Management 201. Offered fall semester.

MG 311 Strategic Human Resource Management. This course examines the new and expanded role of the human resource function in organizations. The impact of workforce diversity will be emphasized throughout the course, as well as how human resources are linked with organizational strategy. Specific topics include: recruitment, selection, training and development, and compensation. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. Management 201 or permission of the instructor. Offered as required.

MG 313 Entrepreneurship. Course focuses on a variety of issues related to entrepreneurs; problems and opportunities in getting new businesses started including sources of capital and how new products and services are developed; how entrepreneurs help the overall economy; personality traits and characteristics associated with entrepreneurs; why entrepreneurs often fail; analysis of great entrepreneurs. Prerequisites: Management 201. Offered as required.

MG 333 (D) Workforce Diversity in Organizations. Course examines various diversity issues facing organizations, including cultural, gender and race, and how management has responded. The effects of globalization and demographic and legal changes have resulted in a greater awareness of diversity issues facing organizations. Various management skills, training programs, and global business perspectives in dealing with diversity will be explored. Offered as required.

MG 411 Information Technology Management. This course is an engaging introduction to how managers use Information Systems (IS) to solve business problems. Students will learn about IS by channeling through relevant business examples designed to help all business students become better problem-solvers and business professionals. Via the internet, students will discover how industries use the newest technological innovations to compile, maintain and analyze the most up-to-date data so that every aspect of the organization functions efficiently and effectively. Prerequisites: Management 201, Computer Applications C106. Offered as required.

MG 421 International Management. The roles of the organization and the manager are examined in an international context. The impact that culture has on managerial behavior and practices is emphasized throughout the course. Traditional management topics such as strategy, leadership, motivation and human resources will be studied across different cultures. Prerequisite: Management 201, Business Administration 211. Offered as required.

MK 301 Consumer Behavior. A study of theories related to consumer behavior as part of the buying process. Topics include: needs, attitudes and beliefs, and cultural, family and reference group influences. Models are discussed. Prerequisites: Marketing 201. Junior or senior standing is required. Offered fall semester.

MK 310 Sales Decision Making. A study of the sales role in our society. The course will examine what sales people do, how to sell, how to deal with customers and those factors that impact customers. Emphasis will also be on training, hiring, selection, motivation and morale, evaluation and performance measures and the sales manager’s role. Prerequisite: Marketing 201 or permission of the instructor. Offered fall and spring semesters.

MK 311 Advertising. A study of various aspects of advertising which pertain to individual and group behavior in the buying process. Topics include messages and media as related to promotion, personal selling, publicity and public relations. Prerequisite: Marketing 201. Offered spring semester.

MK 320 Supply Chain Management and Retailing. To provide students with the perspective of marketing through the channels of distribution, including the manufacturer to the wholesaler and the wholesaler to the Retailer. Specific relevant topics will include the internet as a distribution channel, and marketing to industries (including manufacturers), the government and non-profit organizations. Supply chain management of international distribution will also be discussed. This class will also explore the unique challenges of marketing for the Retailer. Prerequisite: Marketing 201. Offered fall semester.

MK 401 Marketing Research. An introductory course in marketing research procedures. Topics include: sources and methods of collecting data, interpretation, and reporting findings. Prerequisites: Marketing 201. Junior or senior level standing is required. Offered spring semester.

MK 411 International Marketing. An analysis of the marketing function across national borders is stressed with special attention to the impact of economic, political, legal and cultural factors on marketing activities. Factors that influence standardization and adaptation of marketing are considered. Concepts are illustrated through liberal use of cases. Prerequisite: Business Administration 211, Marketing 201. Offered as required.

MK 420 Strategic Marketing. To provide an overview of Strategic Marketing. Lectures and text material would include evaluating various markets, segments and customer value for strategic planning. The class would also cover designing, developing, and implementing market driven strategies. Prerequisites: Marketing 201, Marketing 301, Marketing 311. Offered spring semester.

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