Business Administration Courses

Business Administration

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. Offered As Needed. (UG)

BA 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. (UG)

BA 211: Effective Business Communications (3)

Writing Intensive. The ability to communicate effectively is ranked as one of the most important skills needed by employers. It has also 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, oral and interpersonal communications skills necessary in a diverse and technological culture. Prerequisites: C or better in CMP 101 and MIS 280. Offered Each Semester. (UG)

BA 220: Diversity and Cross-Cultural Management (3)

Fulfills core competency: Affective Awareness. 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. Prerequisite: Minimum grade C in CMP 101. Offered Each Semester. (UG)

BA 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, OSHA and RCRA. The course incorporates field trips and experiential learning. Offered As Needed. (UG)

BA 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. (UG)

BA 331: Reading List in Business Administration (3)

Readings in topics in Business Administration intended to supplement and integrate the work done in other courses. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MIS 280, MGT 208, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered As Needed. (UG)

BA 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. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MKT 209. Offered Each Year (Fall.) (UG)

BA 351: Business Law II (3)

Emphasis will be placed on negotiable instruments, business organizations, agency and employment, and secured interests. Prerequisite: BA 350. Offered Each Year (Spring). (UG)

BA 405: Legal Issues in Sport Management (3)

Fulfills core competency: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving.This course provides an understanding of the law as it applies to professional and amateur sport organizations, including analysis of contract law, adm inistrative law, antitrust law, labor law, and tort liability. Prerequisites: Accounting and Business majors must complete ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MKT 209, MIS 280, MGQ 222, and BA 350. Non Accounting and Business Students must have upper division status in their degree program. Offered Each Year (Spring). (UG)

BA 443: Proseminar (3)

Fulfills core competency: Information Literacy. Fulfills Research and Presentation requirement; Writing Intensive. 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: Senior status, having completed 15 credits 300/400 level Business courses. Offered Fall and Spring semesters. (UG)

BA 457: Independent Study Or Research (1 - 6)

Offered As Needed. (UG)

Economics

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. (UG)

ECO 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. (UG)

ECO 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. (UG)

ECO 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 anti-poverty socioeconomic policies are evaluated. Offered As Needed. (UG)

ECO 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. (UG)

ECO 221: Political Economy of East Asia (3)

Cross-listed as GVT 221. An analysis of the successful industrialization of East Asia. Topics include the roles of development strategies, political institutions, industrial policy, culture, financial and monetary policies and China's recent transition toward a market economy. Offered As Needed. (UG)

ECO 232: International Political Economy (3)

Cross-listed as GVT 232. Study of the globalization of the world economy, why nations trade with each other and why they sometimes practice trade protectionism. Examines the growing importance of regional economic blocs, such as the European Union and the North American Free Trade Agreement. Other topics include the rise and decline of American economic hegemony, the rise of Japan's economic power, global trade conflicts, economic reforms in the former Soviet Union and China, and causes of development and underdevelopment in the third world. Offered Each Year (Fall). (UG)

ECO 333: International Economics (3)

This course looks at the modern theory of international trade, its qualifications and possible alternatives. Prerequisites: ECO 201 and ECO 202. Offered As Needed. (UG)

ECO 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. Prerequisites: ECO 201 and ECO 202.Offered As Needed. (UG)

Management

MGT 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 (UG)

MGT 260: Introduction to Sport Management (3)

Fulfills core competency: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. A comprehensive introduction to the field of sport management which covers sport management specializations, required skills, and career opportunities. Offered Each Year. (UG)

MGT 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. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Year (Spring). (UG)

MGT 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: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MIS 280, MGT 208, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Year (Fall). (UG)

MGT 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. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MIS 280, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Year (Fall). (UG)

MGT 321: Organizational Behavior and Theory (3)

An in depth examination of theories and practices relating to human behavior in organizations. Three levels of behavior will be examined; individual, group and organizational. Some topics included are employee personality, attitudes, job satisfaction, motivation, leadership, power, group processes and organizational culture. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MIS 280, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Semester. (UG)

MGT 410: Seminar in Human Resource Management (3)

Fulfills core competency: Information Literacy. Fulfills Research and Presentation requirement. Writing Intensive. This course serves as the capstone course for the Human Resource Management Specialization. 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: MGT 302, MGT 306, MGT 312. Offered Each Year (Spring). (UG)

Marketing

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. (UG)

MKT 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. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MIS 280, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Year (Fall). (UG)

MKT 310: Foreign Markets of International Business (3)

This course applies marketing concepts and practices in an international business setting. Special attention is given to the management of marketing functions and networks that span national boundaries. Key international business marketing decisions are studied. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MIS 280, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Year (Spring). (UG)

MKT 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. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MIS 280, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Year (Fall). (UG)

MKT 313: Customer Relations (3)

A comprehensive approach to understanding and fulfilling customer 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. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MIS 280, MGT 208, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered As Needed. (UG)

MKT 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. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MIS 280, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Year (Fall). (UG)

MKT 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. Prerequisites: ACC 226, BA 220, BA 211, ECO 202, MGT 208, MIS 280, MKT 209, MGQ 222. Offered Each Year (Spring). (UG)

MKT 420: Marketing Planning and Strategy (3)

Fulfills core competency: Information Literacy. Fulfills Research and Presentation requirement. Writing Intensive. This is the capstone course for the Marketing specialization. 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: MKT 310 or MKT 313 and MKT 302, MKT 312, and MKT 335. Offered Each Year (Spring). (UG)