Business Administration Courses (BA)

 

201     Introduction to International Business (3)

Fulfills core competency: Contextual Competency. An introductory course that presents a broad yet detailed picture of the global practice of international business. It provides relevant theoretical and practical insights concerning the role international politics, economics, culture, exchange rates, and foreign competition play in the management of international business. This course is writing intensive. Offered As Needed.

 

210     Legal Environment of Business (3)

An introduction to the legal and regulatory environment in which organizations function. Specific emphasis will be placed on anti-trust law, securities regulation, consumer law, labor law and the social environment of business. Offered As Needed.

 

211     Effective Business Communications

Writing Intensive. Communication skills are one of the top criteria in the selection of employees and have been shown to have a high direct correlation with income. This course is a study of the analysis and practical application of effective communication in the business environment. The course will develop and reinforce written, audio, oral and interpersonal communications skills necessary in a diverse and technological culture. Prerequisite: CMP 101. Offered Each Semester.

 

220     Diversity and Cross Cultural Management (3)

Fulfills core competency: Affective Judgment. Writing Intensive. This course focuses on how cultural backgrounds affect a person’s behavior. The student learns to identify how culture plays a role in the dynamics of a workplace, either domestic or foreign, as well as in other situations. Through role-playing, case studies and other activities, the student practices different techniques and leadership styles to effectively manage people of diverse cultural backgrounds. Offered Each Semester.

 

221     The Environment and the Law (3)

Fulfills core competency: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. Through analyzing case studies about man-made disasters such as air, water pollution, deforestation and war, students will come to understand the synergistic affects of human’s interaction with environments. The students will then look at various avenues for reaching a level of sustainability within this environment including a synopsized view of environmental laws such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Toxic Substance Control Act, OHSHA and RCRA. The course incorporates field trips and experiential learning. Offered As Needed.

 

247     Selected Topics in Business Administration (Variable Credit)

An examination of issues in the fields of Business and/or Economics. Offered As Needed.

 

250     Entrepreneurship (3)

This course is designed for students who wish to familiarize themselves with the concepts, issues, and techniques of new venture creation and entrepreneurship. It would also assist the student in future creation or acquisition of a business. Topics include (but are not limited to) overview of the process necessary to plan a small business, purchase existing business or franchise, legal requirements, marketing plan/marketing research, conducting competitive analysis, e-entrepreneurship, management and financing of a small business, and the creation of a business plan. Offered As Needed.

 

331     Reading List in Business Administration (3)

Readings in topics in Business Administration intended to supplement and integrate the work done in other courses. Offered As Needed.

 

350     Business Law I (3)

An introduction to the American legal system. Exploration of the law of personal and real property, contracts and the law of sales under the Uniform Commercial Code. Prerequisite: Upper division status in Business Administration or Accounting. Offered Each Semester.

 

351     Business Law II (3)

Emphasis will be placed on negotiable instruments, business organizations, agency and employment, and secured interests. Prerequisite: Upper division status in Business Administration or Accounting. Offered Each Semester.

 

405     Legal Issues in Sport Management (3)

This course provides an understanding of the law as it applies to professional and amateur sport organizations, including analysis of contract law, administrative law, antitrust law, labor law, and tort liability. Prerequisites: Upper division status in Business Administration or Accounting, and BA 350. Offered As Needed.

 

443     Proseminar (3)

Introduction to research through an individual project with a thesis in the area of Business Administration. The topic is selected by the student subject to approval by the instructor. Prerequisite: BA 331. Offered As Needed.

 

447     Selected Current Topics (3)

An in-depth review of a topic of current interest and importance in the fields of business and commerce. Because the topics covered will vary each semester, this course may be taken more than once for credit. Offered As Needed.

 

457     Independent Research (Variable Credit)

Offered As Needed.

 

458     Independent Study (Variable Credit)

Offered As Needed.

Economics Courses (ECO)

 

201     Principles of Microeconomics (3)

Fulfills core competency: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. Introduction to fundamentals of supply and demand, elasticity, equilibrium and economic behavior under pure competition and monopoly. Offered Each Semester.

 

202     Principles of Macroeconomics (3)

Fulfills core competency: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. A look at inflation and unemployment, the Keynesian Model, the determination of output and employment and fiscal policy within the context of the Keynesian Model. Prerequisite: ECO 201 or permission of instructor. Offered Each Semester.

 

206     The Economics of Sustainable Development (3)

Fulfills core competency: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. This course applies economic concepts to current topics in sustainability. Economic growth and inter- and intra-regional trade are examined in terms of their short term and long-range environmental impacts. Critical analysis is applied to the viability of various growth strategies to economic development. The geographical context for this course examines sustainability at the local, regional, and global scales. Offered As Needed.

 

209     Economics of Poverty (3)

Fulfills core competency: Contextual Competency. An understanding of basic issues in poverty-economics. Classes and groups which are characterized as impoverished are identified. Causes of poverty and anti-discrimination and antipoverty socioeconomic policies are evaluated. Offered As Needed.

 

213     Economics of Inequality (3)

Fulfills core competency: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. This course covers the full spectrum of the distribution of income from the disadvantaged to the advantaged. It discusses various ways to measure inequality and the distribution of income. It also investigates the theoretical explanations of the causes of inequality, and presents some techniques that may be used to overcome inequality. Offered As Needed.

 

221     Political Economy of East Asia (3)

Cross-listed as GVT 221. See GVT course description.

 

232     International Political Economy (3)

Cross-listed as GVT 232. See GVT course description.

 

333     International Economics (3)

This course looks at the modern theory of inter-national trade, its qualifications and possible alternatives. Prerequisites: ECO 201-202. Offered As Needed.

 

343     Global Economic Geography (3)

Fulfills core competency: Civic Responsibility. An examination of the basic principles which determine the location of economic activities. Consideration of the impact of contemporary changes in resources and populations on the international economic order. Offered As Needed.

 

409     Money and Banking (3)

Cross-listed as FIN 409. Nature of money, development of the American monetary system, role of the banking system in creating the nation’s money supply and structure and functions of the Federal Reserve System as the principal agency for monetary control. Prerequisites: ECO 201-202. Offered As Needed.

 

 

Management Courses (MGT)

 

206     The Functional Organization (3)

Fulfills core competency: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. This course examines multiple factors shown to be associated with high functioning employees. Individuals who choose a career and organization based on their personality type will be more productive. If these same individuals can effectively manage their time, emotions, stress level, and personal wellness and relationships with others, the organization will also benefit, not only in increased productivity, but also in lower rates of absenteeism and turnover and decreased health care costs. Using organizational behavior concepts and current readings in the areas of physical and emotional wellness, this course covers the above mentioned topics in the context of preparing college students to become high functioning members of the workforce. Offered As Needed.

 

208     Principles of Management (3)

This course is designed to introduce students to the major principles, theories and issues pertaining to the management of organizations, including organizational behavior and human resource management. It will provide a basic foundation for future studies in management. Major topic areas will include the role and scope of management, decision-making, planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Offered Each Semester.

 

301     Introduction to Sport Management (3)

A comprehensive introduction to the field of sport management which covers sport management specializations, required skills, and career opportunities. Prerequisite: MGT 208. Offered As Needed.

 

302     Labor Relations (3)

This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the general nature of the labor-management relationship as it currently exists in the U.S. today. A historical and legal background will be provided as well as a review of labor contract contents and administration.  A number of “real-life” arbitration cases will be reviewed to enhance understanding of course concepts. Prerequisite: Upper division status. Offered Each Year (Fall).

 

306     International Management (3)

This course delineates the key frames of reference for understanding global human resource management by discussing various functional human resource management (HRM) areas and their implementation in the global arena, and by focusing on a number of countries and the HRM processes typical of their foreign affiliates. Prerequisites: MGT 208 and upper division status. Offered Each Year (Fall).

 

312     Human Resource Management (3)

This course will provide an understanding of the policies and practices of human resource management. Specific emphasis will be on recruitment, selection, training, appraisal and compensation of personnel. Considerable attention will be given to the issue of equal employment opportunity and other areas of legislation that affect this field. Prerequisite: Upper division status. Offered Each Year (Fall).

 

321     Organizational Behavior and Theory

An in depth examination of managerial theories and practices relating to human behavior in organizations. Topics include employee personality, attitudes, communication, motivation, leadership, power, group processes, and job stress. Prerequisite: Upper division status in Business Administration. Offered Each Semester.

 

410     Seminar in Human Resource Management (3)

This course serves as the capstone course for the Human Resource Management Specialization: it fulfills the Research and Presentation requirement of the core curriculum and is Writing Intensive. It integrates the practical applications and theoretical concepts covered in previous human resource management courses, and discusses current topics affecting these applications and concepts. A written thesis with an oral component will be required. Prerequisite: Senior standing and all required management classes. Offered Each Year (Spring).

 

 

Marketing Courses (MKT)

 

209     Principles of Marketing (3)

Designed to acquaint students with the operations and function of our economic society. Deals with marketing as a philosophy and the various policy-making decisions required in various marketing systems. Offered Each Semester.

 

302     Physical Distribution Management (3)

Logistical considerations of plant, warehouse and store location, inventory control, warehousing and transportation planning. Channels of distribution from an institutional-behavioral viewpoint. Design, management and evaluation of the distribution system. Offered Alternate Years (Fall).

 

310     Foreign Markets of International Business (3)

This course applies marketing concepts and practices in an international business setting. Special attention is given the management of marketing functions and networks that span national boundaries. Key international business marketing decisions are studied. Prerequisite: MKT 209. Offered Each Year (Spring).

 

312     Promotional Strategies (3)

This course is a study of the functions, theory, principles and applications of the many parts of the promotion variable. Topics include: advertising, personal selling, publicity, public relations and direct marketing. Emphasis is placed on the decision-making aspects of promotional strategy. Prerequisite: MKT 209. Offered Each Year (Fall).

 

313     Customer Relations (3)

A comprehensive approach to understanding and fulfilling customers’ needs. This course will introduce the students to the skills required to uncover consumer needs, the methods of establishing and building trust, and effective techniques for constructive resolution of consumer complaints. There will be a special emphasis on understanding consumer behavior and motives. Prerequisite: MKT 209. Offered As Needed.

 

335     Market Research (3)

A study of the nature, functions and difficulties inherent in selected market research techniques. Definitions of problems and the generating and testing of solutions. Prerequisite: MGQ 222 and upper division status. Offered Each Year (Fall).

 

402     Sport Marketing (3)

This course applies traditional marketing theory to the business of sport. It covers product marketing of products such as professional and amateur teams as well as recreational and sport club services. Innovative and traditional approaches to promotion and public relations in the sport industry are studied. Prerequisite: Upper division status. Offered As Needed.

 

420     Marketing Planning and Strategy (3)

This is the capstone course for the Marketing specialization: it fulfills the Research and Presentation requirement of the Core and is Writing Intensive. An analysis of marketing principles and policies that must be performed by manufacturers, industrial marketing institutions and service firms to ensure customer satisfaction and profitable operation of the firm. Emphasis will be placed on marketing planning documents and case study analysis. Prerequisite: All required Marketing courses and senior status. Offered Each Year (Spring).

 

 

Health Systems Management Courses (HSM)

 

210     Introduction to Health Systems Management (3)

An introduction to the structure and function of the health care delivery system. Includes basic concepts and measures of health, disease, quality, values, needs, and utilization; issues in health care manpower, institution, and system organization; general issues in policy, reimbursement, and regulation; and broad community and organizational considerations in health. Prerequisite: Sophomore status or permission of instructor. Offered As Needed.

 

247     Special Topics in Health Systems Management (3)

This course provides an insight into a contemporary issue affecting the public, not-for-profit, or service sectors of the business environment. Prerequisites: Sophomore status or permission of instructor. Offered As Needed.

 

295     Health Systems Marketing (3)

The major objective of this course is to broaden and apply the conceptual system of marketing to the marketing problems of non-profit organizations. The concepts of product, price, promotion and distribution, which are employed by profit-sector marketers, are redefined for maximum relevance to non-profit organizations. The concept of profit maximization is translated into benefit-cost maximization. Prerequisite: Sophomore status or permission of instructor. Offered As Needed.

 

302     Health and Administrative Law (3)

A look at the legal and fiduciary environment surrounding health care. The role of the administrator and board members with regard to liability issues is examined. Discussion centers on ways in which the health care facility can avoid unnecessary legal issues and suggests ways in which to reduce the negative consequences of those that cannot be eliminated. Prerequisites: Sophomore status or permission of instructor. Offered As Needed.

 

309     Health Care Risk Management (3)

Cross-listed as NUR 309. This course brings a unique dimension to health care education through focus on the management of risk associated with the delivery of care. Students will develop a clear understanding of the risk management process so that effective risk control can take place. Future health care providers will explore how to protect both themselves and their institutions from liability. Possible barriers to effective risk management from a clinical focus will demonstrate the importance of clinical collaboration with risk management. Offered As Needed.

 

350     Grants and Contract Development (3)

The course studies the systematic approach to the mechanics, techniques and issues involved in the acquisition of external funding. Emphasis is on the pre-application, application and post-application phases. Further study reviews the grant and contract management function. Prerequisite: Junior status. Offered As Needed.

 

360     Health Care Finance & Economics (3)

Examination of the principal components of the financial system including policy formation, planning, programming, legislative control and execution of state, local and non-profit budgets. Prerequisites: ECO 201-202 and upper division status. Offered As Needed.

 

40        Current Issues in Health Systems Management (3)

Cross-listed as HSC 400. This course reviews social, demographic, and sociopsychological factors in the initiation, maintenance and adaptation of health related behaviors. Studies behavioral change strategies for primary and secondary prevention of disease from a health policy perspective. Also focuses on issues of compliance with health regimens. Prerequisite: Senior status. Offered As Needed.

 

425     Health Systems Operations Management (3)

An introduction to the planning, analysis, and control of health systems operations. Students will study some of the important tools used by health systems operations managers, including Total Quality Management, capacity planning, scheduling, facility layout, project management, and inventory management. Prerequisites: Senior status. Offered As Needed.