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AM 404 - Arts Management Seminar (3)
Topics, problems, solutions, and activities appropriate to arts management employment are addressed in this capstone course for arts management majors.
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AM 405 - Arts Management Internship (3)
Actual work experience tailored to students’ career interests forms the basis for this capstone course with supervision by the employer and the director of the major emphasis area.
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BY 105 - Human Biology w/Lab * (4)
Designated for non-biology major students who wish to fulfill their liberal education requirement for a laboratory science. Introduces the following basic biological principles and content: scientific method, biological chemistry, cellular biology, ecology and environmental impact of humans, heredity and inherited diseases, evolution, the circulatory system, the digestive system, the senses and brain function, and the reproductive system. Focuses on the details of the biological material to include the impact of that knowledge on society and the student’s future lives. Term paper, oral presentation, and in-class discussion required. Laboratory mandatory.
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BY 105L - Human Biology Lab * (0)
Lab associated with BY 105.
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BY 111 - Biological Science I * (majors) (4)
Designated for students who are biology majors. Introduces the following basic biological principles and concepts: scientific method, biological chemistry, cell structure and function, bioenergetics, inheritance, gene expression, population genetics, genetic diversity and natural selection, and evolution of prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Focuses on the details of the biological material in preparation for upper level courses in biology. Term paper and oral presentation required. Laboratory mandatory.
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BY 111L - Biological Science I (majors) Lab * (0)
See course description for BY 111 Biological Science.
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BY 112 - Biological Science II * (majors) (4)
Designated for biology major students. Introduces the following basic biological principles and concepts: evolution of plants, plant anatomy and reproduction, evolution of animals, animal anatomy and physiology with an emphasis on human organ systems, and ecology. Focuses on the details of the biological material in preparation for upper level courses in biology. Term paper and oral presentation required. Laboratory Mandatory. Prerequisite(s): BY 111
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BY 112L - Biological Science II (majors) Lab * (0)
See course description for BY 112 Biological Science.
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BY 206 - Microbiology * (4)
A study of the morphology, physiology, and culture characteristics of microorganisms with special emphasis on disease relationships. Laboratory.
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BY 206L - Microbiology Lab * (0)
See course description for BY 206 Microbiology.
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BY 207 - Wildlife Management (3)
A course designed to give the student knowledge and techniques involved in the management of wildlife species.
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BY 209 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I * (4)
This is the first semester course of a two -semester sequence that includes BY 210. The course covers a review of basic chemistry, and overview of the cell as well as the muscle, skeletal, and nervous systems.
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BY 209L - Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab * (0)
See course description for BY 209 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
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BY 210 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II * (4)
This is the second semester course of a two-semester sequence that follows BY 209. The course covers human anatomy and physiology to include the circulatory, blood, immune, digestive, endocrine, urinary, respiratory, and reproductive systems. Prerequisite(s): CY 103 or CY 121
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BY 210L - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab * (0)
See course description for BY 210 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
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BY 270 - Biology Research Project 1 (1-3)
Student(s) will work closely with the instructor to develop the hypothesis, materials and methods protocol, and perform a literature review. Written product required (Introduction and Materials and Methods draft). Students will meet with the instructor once weekly to go over progress. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department.
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BY 300 - Applied Kinesiology (4)
Kinesiology is the science of human motion. Application of anatomy, physiology, and mechanics of human activity are included.
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BY 300L - Applied Kinesiology Lab (0)
Lab associated with BY 300. Corequisite(s): BY 300
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BY 301 - Genetics (3)
A study of the nature and function of hereditary materials, the genetic code, the physical basis of inheritance, molecular genetics, cell cycles, Mendelian and Non-mendelian genetics, variation in chromosome structure and number, population genetics, quantitative genetics, evolutionary genetics, developmental genetics, medical genetics and cancer. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112; Recommended prerequisite-MS 205
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BY 302 - Ecology (4)
A study of the interrelationships of organisms with their physical and living environment. This course emphasizes a holistic examination of the natural world and stresses a systems approach to understanding nature. Laboratory includes local fieldtrips. Course may include one weekend field trip. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112
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BY 302L - Ecology Lab (0)
See course description for BY 302 Ecology.
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BY 304 - Plant Sciences (4)
A course designed to acquaint the student with the major plant divisions, their biology, role in the ecosystem, and economic significance. The laboratory will include field trips to study taxonomic and ecological aspects of regional flora. Emphasis is placed on plants native to the Appalachian Mountains and Piedmont area of Georgia. Laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112
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BY 304L - Plant Sciences Lab (0)
See course description for BY 304 Plant Sciences.
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BY 305 - Animal Behavior (3)
Animal behavior is the study of how and why animals behave as they do in their environment. Behavior is an evolved solution to fitness-related problems, and in this course we will explore the science of animal behavior as understood using current evolutionary and ecological theory. We will sample a range of modern studies of animal behavior to illustrate the topics of interest. The emphasis will be on ultimate explanations for behavior and on developing theory to predict behavioral strategies. The question that we will ask repeatedly is, “How does a particular behavior contribute ultimately to the survival and reproductive success of the individual and the individual’s genes?” A shorthand for this question is “What is the adaptive significance of the behavior?” The kinds of behavior that we will consider include aggression, cooperation, altruism, mate choice and parental care, among others, and we will examine these behaviors in numerous animal groups, including insects, fishes, birds, and primates, to mention a few. Prerequisite(s): BY 111 & BY 112 - or BY 105
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BY 310 - General Zoology (4)
A study of the Kingdom Animalia with respect to its phylogeny, structure, and function. This course emphasizes the role that animals play in ecosystems and their natural history. Laboratory. Field trips are a requirement. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112
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BY 310L - General Zoology Lab (0)
Lab associated with BY 310.
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BY 340 - Island Microcosms (3)
This interdisciplinary course will focus on both biological and anthropological issues that affect island ecosystems and communities. Local and international sites will be featured. Environmental issues such as the impact of climate change, introduced species, increasing populations, and ecotourism on small island ecosystems will be examined. Science reasoning will be tested with a critical evaluation of evolutionary concepts in island communities. The effect of isolation on art, music, history, and economy and will be discussed. A variety of guest instructors will assist in the presentation of the material; problem-based learning will be built into the curriculum. A term project consisting of a written or visual composition addressing one of our focus topics will be required and will relate to the student’s major. Corequisite(s): 340L
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BY 340L - Island Microcosms Lab * (1)
This laboratory experience will give students practical experience in field observation and investigation techniques in an island ecosystem. BY 340L accompanies an interdisciplinary course that focuses on both biological and anthropological issues that affect island communities. The impact of climate change, introduced species, increasing populations, and ecotourism on small island ecosystems will be investigated and discussed daily. For a portion of the field experience, students will participate in a service-learning project. Island art, music, and the history will also be seen through local collections and exhibitions. Students will be evaluated on proficiency in field identifications, participation, communication, and portfolio. Corequisite(s): BY 340
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BY 370 - Biology Research Project 2 (1 to 3)
Student(s) will work closely with the instructor to develop a data collection protocol for an approved hypothesis, and they will directly participate in the collection and entering of data generated from this study. Written product required (Results draft). Students will meet with the instructor once weekly to go over progress. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.
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BY 401 - Directed Independent Study (1)
A course open to well-qualified students consisting of a guided, but independent, study of an assigned problem or project. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112 Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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BY 407 - Cell and Molecular Biology (3)
Study of cell’s molecular biology. Synthesis, structure and function of macromolecules, DNA, RNA and proteins with principles of cellular organization. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112, CY 305
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BY 451 - Senior Biology International Field Studies (3)
This course consists of study of invertebrate and vertebrate species common or important in a unique international tropical or marine environment. Students will become familiar with the characteristics of featured zoological orders and families. This course will emphasize identification techniques common in the field (including the dichotomous key ) as well as the principles of taxonomy. Discussion and implementation of low impact observation and collection techniques, including digital imaging and virtual collections, will be explored by each student. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112
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BY 451L - Senior Biology International Field Studies Lab (1)
The laboratory will emphasize identification techniques common in the field (including the dichotomous key) as well as the principles of taxonomy. Observation methods for both coastal and inland species will be compared. Digital imaging (camera work) and virtual collections will be explored by each student (some equipment provided). Coral reef snorkeling and/or intertidal collections and identification. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112
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BY 470 - Biology Research Project 3 (1 to 3)
Student(s) will work closely with the instructor to complete analysis and make conclusions about data collected from a research investigation. They will develop a written product (conference poster, written paper, or other work product) that includes a literature review and critical analysis. Students will meet with the instructor once weekly to go over progress. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department.
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BY 490 - Internship (1 to 6)
A required capstone experience for junior or senior biology majors interested in gaining experience related to their career plans. This course can be taken multiple times for 1-6 credits, with a 6 credit maximum. Experiences may involve, but are not limited to, shadowing professionals, workplace experiences, research activities in science, mathematics, or medicine, or summer experiences in discreet programs.
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BY 499 - Senior Seminar (3)
A capstone course for senior biological science majors that is designed to acquaint seniors with the latest, most important findings in the areas of biology published in the last three years.
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BY 502 - Ecology for Teachers (4)
A study of the interrelationships of organisms with their physical and living environment. This course emphasizes a holistic examination of the natural world and stresses a systems approach to understanding nature. Laboratory includes local fieldtrips. Course may include two weekend fieldtrips. Prerequisite(s): BY 111, BY 112
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BY 502L - Ecology for Teachers Lab (0)
See course description for .
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BY 504 - Plant Sciences for Teachers (4)
A course designed to acquaint the student with the major plant divisions, their biology, role in the ecosystem, and economic significance. The laboratory will include field trips to study taxonomic and ecological aspects of regional flora. Emphasis is placed on plants native to the Appalachian Mountains and Piedmont area of Georgia. Laboratory.
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BY 650 - Biology for Teachers (3)
Discusses topics of contemporary interest selected to meet the Georgia Performance Standards in biology. Topics include science process skills, the nature of science, classification of organisms, diversity of living organisms, biological chemistry, cell structure and function, bioenergetics, inheritance, gene expression, population genetics, DNA/RNA, homeostasis, natural selection, evolution of prokaryotes and eukaryotes, evolution of plants, plant anatomy and reproduction, evolution of animals, natural selection, animal anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human organ systems and ecology. This course is designed to help teachers identify useful laboratory techniques and content for teaching biology. This course will also address science teaching methodology, alternative assessments, and applying the process approach to learning activities through the use of centers, cooperative learning, hands-on manipulatives, and inquiry experiments.
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BY 803 - Ecology for Teachers (3)
A study of interrelationships of organisms with their physical and biotic environment. Special emphasis is directed towards man’s role in the ecosystem. This material is presented in such a manner that the practicing teacher can incorporate it appropriately in the middle grades science curriculum.
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BA 102 - Introduction to Business * (3)
This course is an introduction to the role of business in society and to the fundamental aspects of running a business including ethics, marketing, managing cash, people and operations. The course is designed to expose non business students to business. This course cannot be taken with or after credit is earned for .
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BA 107 - Personal Finance * (3)
Common financial problems facing the individual are studied and discussed: The economics of the family with an emphasis on budgeting, saving/investing, home ownership, installment purchases, Internet shopping and investing, leases, bank loans insurance, mortgages, stocks, bonds and other forms of investment.
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BA 200 - Survey of Economics * (3)
This course is designed to introduce basic principles and current issues in economics to non-business majors. Both micro and macroeconomic topics are discussed: opportunity cost, supply and demand, government price controls, GDP, inflation, unemployment, health care, immigration, and international trade. Note: business (B.B.A.) students do not receive credit for this course toward their major requirements.
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BA 203 - Critical & Creative Thinking * (3)
This course is designed to introduce the learner to the basic principles associated with creative thought and critical analysis. This course pays particular attention to the role that critical thought plays in the 21st century world economy. Errors in reasoning, the basis of irrational belief systems, how bias plays a role in critical thinking, as well as an examination of those processes which help to make a person a critical and creative thinker are discussed.
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BA 206 - Microeconomics * (3)
The basic economic principles of microeconomics; the allocation of resources and price determination, consumer demand, the theory of the firm including production costs, supply, and the theory of distribution. Issues in health care and immigration will be addressed using cost-benefit analysis.
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BA 207 - Macroeconomics (3)
The basic economic principles of macroeconomics, including the goals of our economic system, fundamental concepts, the economic role of the government, comparative economic systems, measures of aggregate economic performance, monetary and fiscal policies, contemporary economic issues, and the macroeconomic history of the United States. Prerequisite(s): BA 206
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BA 208 - Business Communications * (3)
Theory and practice of written and spoken communication in business both in person and via electronic formats. The applications of psychological principles to improve the effectiveness of business correspondence and related types of business writing for implementation of business policy. The preparation of business reports, memoranda, and letters are required. Prerequisite(s): EH 101
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BA 223 - Principles of Leadership * (3)
This course is designed to introduce the learner to the basic principles of leadership development. Specifically, this course develops the student’s leadership abilities and the competencies that are essential to accomplishing goals, both personal and professional. Learners will develop ways to create definitions of excellence and model these definitions, learn to inspire others, and look for innovative ways to effect change, foster collaboration, and reward the accomplishments of others.
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BA 303 - Business Statistics (3)
A key factor for an organization to remain competitive is its ability to produce goods or deliver services in an efficient and effective manner. This course serves as an examination of methods and models - both statistical and computer-based - that are used for analyzing data for the purpose of increasing understanding and improving decisions related to the management of business operations. Prerequisite(s): MS 205
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BA 316 - Legal Environment of Business (3)
In this course, students are introduced to the sources and structures of legal systems and to many of the areas of law that impact businesses, such as contracts and the UCC, crime, torts, international law, business association and securities regulation, agency and employment law, antitrust, cyberlaw, intellectual property, consumer law, and environmental law.
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BA 327 - Managerial Finance (3)
This course is an introduction to the tools and models used in managerial finance including asset valuation which includes time value of money, risk and return, asset pricing models and capital budgeting. Financial statement analysis is also covered. Prerequisite(s): AC 201, MS 205
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BA 330 - Cultural Diversity in the Business Environment (3)
This course examines ways organizations manage diverse groups of people that are found in today’s multi-cultural business community. The course focuses on understanding cultural differences and how those differences impact the processes of doing business and managing people.
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BA 331 - Business of Sport (3)
This course provides insight into the key decisions made by managers on the business side of sports. It covers many aspects of the sporting landscape (e.g. production, marketing, finance, labor issues) to highlight the diverse nature of decisions involved and the financial and other issues at stake.
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BA 340 - Strategic Thinking and Innovation (3)
Students will learn ways to develop strategies for creating alternatives and new innovations and designs in business through the use of targeted critical and creative thinking processes. Explore creative solutions to “status quo” and roadblock organizational problems by courageously leading and managing teams to integrate solutions into the organization. Prerequisite(s): MG 318
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BA 401 - Directed Independent Study (1 to 3)
This course provides the student with an opportunity to work on an individual project with the supervision of a faculty member. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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BA 403 - Rotaract (1)
This course is designed to empower our students in developing business, leadership, teamwork and communication skills through outreach projects to the community as they learn, teach and practice the principles of free enterprise.
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BA 413 - Investments (3)
This course provides an in-depth discussion of fundamental principles related to debt and equity securities and derivatives for both institutional and individual investors. The course is taught from the viewpoint of corporate investment professionals and institutional money managers as well as personal financial decisions related to picking stocks and/or mutual funds. Prerequisite(s): BA 327
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BA 417 - Business Ethics (3)
This course provides an introduction to philosophical ethics and its application to specific moral concerns arising in business and other organizations. Special attention is given to the stakeholder model of strategic management. Lessons are designed to aid students in building a workable moral theory that can be utilized throughout their careers. Prerequisite(s): MG 301, MK 315
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BA 447 - International Business (3)
This course offers an appreciation for trade among nations by expanding the environment of U.S. business to a global level. From both the macroscopic and microscopic perspectives, multinational enterprises are recognized for their expanding influence on worldwide business activity.
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BA 470 - Value Chain Management (3)
This course is designed to familiarize students with the value chain. Rather than analyze business as a series of separate functions, this course will specifically review the integrated operational aspects of a business that specifically lead to value creation, and its relationship to sustainable performance. Information and material flows will be analyzed, and total quality management and continuous improvement concepts will be introduced to help students better understand how value is created, measured, and when gaps are identified, improved. The concepts of Supply Chain Management, Production, Lean/Six Sigma, Forecasting, and Project Management will also be discussed primarily in relationship to value creation, and value chain management. Prerequisite(s): BA 303
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BA 480 - Internship (1 to 6)
This course gives the student practical experience and training in selected business and/or non-profit organizations. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required. May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of six hours.
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BA 490 - Special Topics in Business (1 to 3)
Topics of special interest in business administration. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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BA 499 - Business Capstone (3)
In the capstone course for business studies, students analyze the strategic challenges, methods, and techniques in business settings. The focus is the integration of prior coursework into a comprehensive understanding of the organization and the accomplishment of goals and strategies. Online simulation based. Students will be billed a special resource fee for the administration of the CPC Comprehensive Exam (or equivalent). Prerequisite(s): AC 201, AC 202, MG 301, MK 315, BA 327, BA 470 Note(s) $40 resource fee applied.
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BA 500 - MBA Foundations (3)
This course provides a foundation for success in the program by making students aware of academic expectations and responsibilities in graduate school as well as developing an understanding of individual and team requirements. In addition, foundation material is covered. This includes excel spreadsheet proficiency and an introductory level of knowledge in several key areas of business. A variety of learning activities will be used, including completion of self-paced modules for key business subjects. A base-level exam is given at the end of the course; a fee applies to this exam. This course is a foundation course and must be successfully completed before progressing to other courses in the graduate program.
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BA 507 - Introduction to Business Communications (3)
This course provides a foundation of applied skills in research, writing, and presenting for various business audiences. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, synthesis, and effective communication strategies. This course is a foundation course and must be successfully completed before progressing to other courses in the graduate program. Prerequisite(s): BA 500 or OL 500
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BA 642 - Cross-Cultural Business Challenges (3)
This course explores the cultural environment of international business. Emphasis will be on comparing and contrasting major dimensions of culture as it impacts global organization.
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BA 670 - Integrated Business Operations (3)
This course incorporates an analysis of the design and operation of production and information systems for both product and service industries. The value of information to an organization and the need to link information/data management, operations and corporate strategy is stressed. Supply chain management, information flows, measurement, product design, forecasting, process selection, project management, quality management, and advanced operations techniques are examined.
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BA 708 - Business Statistics (3)
Quantitative reasoning has become critical for effective business practice today. Statistical reasoning and techniques facilitate the tools and foundation for data analytics. This course incorporates the application of statistically based data analytics tools to business decisions. The course is conceptual in nature with the focus on application and interpretation of statistical tools. Conceptual understanding will be emphasized over mathematical understanding. Numerous examples will be used to illustrate the concepts.
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BA 710 - Applied Regression (3)
At the core of most data analytics problems is the determination of cause-and-effect relationships. Regression analysis is a powerful technique for identifying both cross-sectional relationships (variables of interest are dependent upon other variables) and times series relationships (variables of interest are dependent upon time related variables, as is used for forecasting). In this course students will use regression analysis for the purpose of analyzing real business problems. The course is conceptual in nature with the focus on application and interpretation of regression analysis, a). Conceptual understanding will be emphasized over mathematical understanding.Numerous examples will be used to illustrate the concepts.
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BA 711 - Spreadsheet Modeling (3)
In the world of business, managers continually face the need to make decisions in the face of complexity and uncertainty in which the best course of action is not obvious. This course teaches the ability to structure complex problems and formulate Excel spreadsheet decision models for the purpose of deriving optimal decisions and analytical problem solving. Assumptions for spreadsheet models may be deterministic in nature, based upon logic, experience, and/or historical data, or stochastic in nature, using techniques for addressing uncertainty. Applications include resource allocation, risk analysis, and decision making over time.
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BA 712 - Data Mining (3)
Businesses are collecting ever increasing volumes of data and competitive success will depend upon the ability to use technology for analyzing the data systematically and making the appropriate decisions. In some applications, data analysis and decision making is automated. This course will investigate how data mining technologies can be used to improve decision making. Real world examples will be used to give students hands on experience with data mining software.
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BA 713 - Business Analytics Strategy (3)
Companies are evolving into a direction wherein the reach of data and analytics keeps growing and must be considered from a strategic view. For instance, the performance of human resources, occasionally described as an organization’s most important asset, is being analyzed with data in ways not encountered before. This course will step back and examine the relationship between high level metrics and the organizational variables that have the greatest impact. As with Six Sigma, students will learn how defining these cause-and-effect relationships are the key to organizational success, often leading to strategic advantage. While many actors might become an accomplished analytics technician, it is equally important for the business analytics professional to understand the soft skills that make business analytics a competitive weapon for some organizations. Students will learn that in the end, it is action taken on insights that separates the winners from the bystanders.
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BA 723 - Financial Management (3)
This course is an introduction to the tools used in financial management. Topics covered include time value of money, risk/return models, security valuation, weighted average cost of capital, capital budgeting, capital structure, forecasting and dividend policy.
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BA 749 - International Finance (3)
International Finance: Study of the international monetary environment and financial planning for corporations with overseas operations. Analysis of the effects of exchange rate fluctuations, currency restrictions and tax regulations on international financial planning, examination of financial aspects of multinational business, including foreign investment, trade and transfer of funds. Prerequisite(s): BA 723
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BA 751 - Entrepreneurship (3)
This course is designed for students interested in developing their own business. Discussions will include the development of a business idea, writing an effective business plan, and communicating the plan in a compelling manner. Students will learn the process of moving their ideas forward to the point of execution. Students will also learn about the psyche of an entrepreneur, including the type of personal characteristics needed for success.
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BA 752 - Entrepreneurial Finance (3)
This course focuses on the natural cycle of fundraising for a new business. The course covers internal financial management including risk management, bootstrapping, angel and venture capital as well as the final exit strategy for the entrepreneur which includes the IPO process. Prerequisite(s): BA 723
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BA 753 - Investments (3)
This course looks at the markets in which investing takes place and the investment decision. Types of securities are examined including pricing models for each. Additionally, techniques to measure performance, manage risk and construct portfolios will be examined. Prerequisite(s): BA 723
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BA 754 - Corporate Risk Management (3)
The operating and financial risks faced by firms and the various methods of mitigating those risks will be explored. Methods studied include loss prevention, insurance and capital markets. Prerequisite(s): BA 723
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BA 756 - Valuation (3)
This course focuses on Value Based Management or the creation of value within a company. The actions managers can take to create value, how value is measured, valuation of intangible assets, and the intersection of strategy and value creation are explored. Prerequisite(s): BA 723
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BA 759 - Advanced Entrepreneurship (3)
This course focuses on second stage ventures. The course will provide material and education that provides a foundation for entrepreneurial success. Once the first stage of business development is taught, an introduction to the challenges Entrepreneurs face when taking their business from viability to sustained market success is added. In addition to the development of critical success factors for high growth enterprises, special emphasis is given to the world of entrepreneurial leadership on the development and management of human capital, the intersection of work and lifestyle, and the dominant forces that uniquely come to bear on second-stage entrepreneurial enterprises. Prerequisite(s): BA 751
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BA 780 - International Business Experience (3)
This course offers the student an introduction into applied international business by examining opportunities and challenges in another country. The student will be expected to conduct research in preparation for the trip and to critically assess and reflect on the in-country realities following the trip. The class will included a mandatory foreign country experience.
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BA 787 - Global Economics (3)
An overview of the theory of international trade and finance. Topics covered will include the pure theories of trade (Ricardian, Heckscher-Ohlin, and others), the basis and effects of barriers to trade, industrial policy, U.S. trade policy, free trade zones such as NAFTA or the EU, and the role of international institutions such as the International Monetary Fund and the World Trade Organization. Balance of Payments and Exchange Rates. We will consider the effects of international trade on economic growth and income distribution as well as the ongoing debate over free trade.
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BA 798 - Research Project (1 to 3)
The research project is an independent project to be undertaken under the direction of a faculty member. The option to substitute a Research Project for a regular M.B.A. course may only be exercised with the approval of the department chair. Guidelines for approval may be obtained from the business administration office. Such a project will require graduate level work and is an experience that significantly contributes to the overall education of the student. Students are responsible for arranging with a faculty member to supervise their project. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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BA 799 - Strategic Management and Policy (3)
This is the capstone course for all M.B.A. candidates. The course provides theoretical and applied exposure to the conceptual and analytical skills required by general management. Emphasis is placed on the integration of knowledge from prior course-work in functional management and the application of that knowledge to organizational problems and the formulation and implementation of an organization-wide strategy. The development and implementation of supporting policies is also required. Students billed a special resource fee for administration of the CPC Comprehensive Exam (or equivalent). Prerequisite(s): MK 715, AC 721, BA 723 Note(s) $40 resource fee applied.
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CY 103 - Principles of Chemistry * (4)
A one-semester survey course in general, organic, and biochemistry. Topics covered include: measurement; states of matter; atomic structure and bonding; chemical formulas and reactions; stoichiometry; solutions; gas laws; kinetics; equilibria; acid-base chemistry; structure, properties and reactions of organic compounds; structure, properties, and reactions of biomolecules; metabolism; and, some aspects of human nutrition. Laboratory.
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CY 103L - Principles of Chemistry Lab * (0)
See course description for CY 103 Principles of Chemistry.
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CY 110 - Forensic Science * (3)
This chemistry course introduces scientific techniques and principles used in the investigation of crime with a particular emphasis on analyzing physical evidence. Attention will be paid to the ethics of crime scene processing and criminal prosecution, wrongful convictions, and the societal bias that exists in what is perceived as purely scientific techniques and methods. Laboratory is optional for those with strong science backgrounds.
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CY 121 - General Chemistry I * (4)
A first course in General Chemistry. Topics covered include: measurement; states of matter; atomic structure and bonding; chemical formulas and reactions; stoichiometry; solutions; and thermodynamics. Laboratory. Prerequisite(s): MS 101
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CY 121L - General Chemistry I Lab * (0)
Lab associated with CY 121.
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CY 122 - General Chemistry II * (4)
A second course in General Chemistry. Topics covered include: atomic structure and bonding; thermodynamics; gas laws; kinetics; equilibria; and, acid-base chemistry. Laboratory. Prerequisite(s): MS 101, CY 121
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CY 122L - General Chemistry II Lab * (0)
Lab associated with CY 122.
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CY 201 - Organic Chemistry I (4)
A first course in organic chemistry for science majors. Topics covered include: bonding; nomenclature, structure, chemical and physical properties, and reactions of a variety of classes of organic compounds. Laboratory. Prerequisite(s): CY 121, CY 122
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CY 201L - Organic Chemistry I Lab (0)
See course description for CY 201 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry.
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CY 202 - Organic Chemistry II (4)
A second course in organic chemistry for science majors. Topics covered include: bonding; nomenclature, structure, chemical and physical properties, and reactions of a variety of classes of organic compounds. Laboratory. Prerequisite(s): CY 121, CY 122, CY 201
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CY 202L - Organic Chemistry II Lab (0)
See course description for CY 202 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry.
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CY 305 - Biochemistry (4)
An introductory course in biochemistry for science majors. Topics covered include: the structure, chemical and physical properties, and reactions of biomolecules (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids), and the metabolism of these compounds in living systems. Laboratory. Prerequisite(s): CY 121, CY 122, CY 201, CY 202, BY 111, BY 112
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CY 305L - Biochemistry Lab (0)
See course description for CY 305 Biochemistry.
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CY 401 - Directed Individual Study (4)
A course open to well-qualified students consisting of a guided, but independent, study of an assigned problem. The course involves a survey of the relevant scientific literature and laboratory skills. Prerequisite(s): CY 121, CY 122 Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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CH 101 - Chinese Language and Culture I * (3)
An introductory general education course emphasizing the development of students’ functional oral proficiency and ability to apply necessary grammatical contents and lexicon to communicate in a variety of basic, everyday situations. Additional focus on the development of students’ intercultural competence, including attention to one’s own cultural identity compared and contrasted with the cultures of speakers of the language studied.
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