Course Descriptions

SCA600 Supply Chain Strategy (3 cr.)

This course provides students with a hands-on understanding of the flow of information and products between and among supply chain stages. Students study major supply chain management strategies such as the procurement of raw materials, product development, operations, distribution, and finance all from a data-intensive perspective. Students explore data-driven decision-making tools and establish performance metrics to develop their own plans for supply chain success.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Integrate the functional areas of supply chain management with organization strategy.
2. Construct prescriptive models with linear programming techniques.
3. Assess and implement different forecasting techniques in order to implement effective forecast models.
4. Explain how data can be used as an asset in supply chain decision making.

ACCT500 Auditing (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): This course does not count toward the degree.
This course covers audit theory and practice. It emphasizes applying audit theories and procedures in the examination of a company’s financial statements by a certified public accountant. Other assurance, attestation and internal auditing services are also covered.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Describe and apply auditing standards and understand the meaning of generally accepted auditing standards.
2. Define internal control and understand its impact on the audit.
3. Explain the relationship between audit evidence and audit risk and identify and explain the components of audit risk.
4. Identify and apply audit methods and techniques used in practice today.
5. Perform appropriate analytical procedures.
6. Describe other important services that a certified public accountant can perform.

ACCT505 Business Taxation (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): This course does not count toward the degree credits.
This course provides an introduction to corporate federal income tax law. Tax provisions and administrative rules pertaining to corporations and alternative organizational structures are examined.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Interpret and evaluate the tax code as it applies to taxpayer situations.
2. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the taxation of different entities.
3. Assess tax and nontax costs of various organizational forms.
4. Prepare tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, and S corporations.
5. Identify basic tax concepts among most states, and determine tax planning to reduce a corporation’s overall state tax burden.
6. Analyze the tax implications of alternative choices and communicate these findings.

ACCT510 Intermediate Accounting (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): This course does not count toward the degree credits.
This course is a comprehensive study of financial accounting theory. Topics include the formation of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial statement presentation and valuation, revenue recognition concepts, time value of money, cash and marketable securities, accounts receivable, and inventories.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Assess the environment of financial reporting and rule making.
2. Recognize the relationship among the objectives of financial reporting and decision making.
3. Prepare and interpret financial statements and disclosures according to GAAP, including the balance sheet, income statement, statement of stockholder equity, and the statement of cash flows.
4. Calculate and determine the appropriate value of reporting current assets.
5. Compute ending inventory and cost of goods sold under multiple inventory valuation methods, including dollar value LIFO and lower of cost or market methods.
6. Study the codes of ethics for various accounting professional organizations.
7. Recognize various types of computer software, and relate the importance to financial reporting and decision making.
8. Know the requirement of the accounting profession concerning continuing professional education (CPE) and certifications (CPA, CIA, CMA, etc.).

ACCT600 Financial Communication (3 cr.)

This course provides students with an understanding of how accounting and other information necessary to assess a firm’s economic status is created, packaged, and disseminated to a company’s management team and external users such as investors, customers, analysts, and the financial media. The course also covers academic writing used in the program and information literacy required for research. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate methods used to communicate complex accounting concepts.
2. Interpret how effectively annual reports communicate an organization’s objectives.
3. Develop different communication strategies for all stakeholders.
4. Employ multimedia, hypermedia, and electronic literature resources to gather and distribute accounting and business knowledge and information.
5. Employ clear writing and speaking skills appropriate to the audience.
6. Capture ideas, data, and relationships visually.

ACCT610 Leadership and Ethics (3 cr.)

This course covers how accounting leaders assist a company in making strategic financial decisions and explores the relationship between ethics and leadership. Students learn behaviors to accelerate high performance and create an ethical environment.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Develop a definition of ethical leadership that encompasses social responsibility and civic engagement.
2. Use tools for conflict resolution, managing diversity, and building teams.
3. Evaluate team strategies to enhance team productivity.
4. Analyze organizational theories to manage strategically.
5. Assess the congruence between personal norms and ethical principles.
6. Demonstrate respectful engagement with others’ ideas, behaviors, and beliefs.
7. Apply diverse frames of reference to decisions and actions.
8. Resolve issues based on evidence weighed against relevant criteria.
    

ACCT620 Accounting Information Systems (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ACCT510  
This course is designed to present an understanding of accounting information systems and their role in the accounting environment. Particular attention is paid to accounting information systems with regard to organizational goals, relational databases, internal control processes, risks, and management reports.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate how accounting information systems align with organizational goals.
2. Analyze the impact of accounting information systems on managing organizational risk.
3. Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of enterprise risk management systems.
4. List internal controls as they apply to accounting information systems.
5. Develop a contingency plan for disaster preparedness and data recovery.
6. Prepare and evaluate flowcharts of business processes from a narrative.

ACCT630 Advanced Audit and Internal Controls (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ACCT500 , ACCT510 
This course builds upon previous auditing course work through the use of case studies, and provides an in-depth analysis of selected advanced topics in auditing, including developing an understanding of the (1) code of professional ethics of the auditing professions, (2) fundamental principles underlying an audit performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, (3) impact of information technology in the conduct of an audit, and (4) how audit sampling is used in an audit. In addition, the factors that impact audit risk are analyzed, and the impact of internal controls on the conduct of an audit are evaluated.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Understand the philosophy, environment, and code of ethics of the auditing profession.
2. Examine the fundamental principles underlying an audit performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
3. Interpret and use audit sampling in the conduct of an audit.
4. Articulate management and auditor responsibilities with respect to internal control under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
5. Evaluate the use of internal controls by top management and governing boards for organizations.
6. Determine audit risk and access its impact on an audit.
7. Assess the impact of information technology in the conduct of an audit.

ACCT640 Nonprofit and Government Accounting (3 cr.)

This course introduces the concepts and practices of accounting for nonprofit entities and for state and local governments. Topics include the role and process of budgeting in governmental and nonprofit organizations and financial analysis.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and articulate the roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors and the management team.
2. Apply generally accepted governmental and nonprofit financial reporting principles.
3. Identify the accounting similarities and differences between nonprofit entities and private business enterprises.
4. Prepare financial statements, notes, and supplementary information to meet the external reporting requirements of a nonprofit entity.

ACCT645 Data Analytics for Accounting (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ACCT620  and ACCT630  
This course uses data analytic processes and models to identify, translate, test, and communicate financial information. Students learn to identify data quality and reliability and to explore problem solving through statistical data analysis.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Explain why data analytics matters to accountants.
2. Apply and translate accounting data.
3. Analyze and visualize data sets of an organization.
4. Develop and interpret results of KPIs and financial analysis.
5. Interpret and evaluate using the IMPACT approach.
6. Prepare text mining and sentiment analysis on financial statement data.
7. Communicate financial reporting data in a professional and engaging manner.

ACCT650 Forensic Accounting and Fraud Analysis (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ACCT510 
This course examines fraud schemes and addresses fraudulent financial reporting, misappropriation of assets, and corruption. Students learn how to develop evidence to assist a fraud case through litigation support and expert testimony techniques.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Research fraud issues and internal control within the workplace to recommend a course of action.
2. Identify common fraud schemes and fraudulent financial reporting.
3. Identify the evidence misappropriation of assets.
4. Identify and evaluate criminal activity related to accounting fraud.
5. Develop evidence to assist a fraud case through litigation support and expert testimony techniques.
6. Research the role of technology in the forensic accounting profession.
    

ACCT660 Strategic Management Accounting (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ACCT510 
This course emphasizes cost accounting as a source of data for measuring and improving the economic condition of the business. Topics include strategic planning and control, cost analysis, overhead allocation, and financial statement analysis.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply advanced managerial accounting concepts and tools to make more informed and effective decisions.
2. Assess, interpret, and evaluate various issues faced by business organizations.
3. Provide a recommendation for strategic management decision making.
4. Create forecast projections.
5. Analyze financial statements and recommend a course of action.
6. Prepare a strategic plan and annual budget.
    

ACCT670 Taxation and Business Decisions (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ACCT505 , ACCT510  
This course examines the relationship between managerial decision making and taxes. Topics include the different types of entities and the impact of tax considerations in business decisions such as corporate structure, reorganization, and compensation.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Research the differences and similarities between federal taxation and business law.
2. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the taxation of different entities.
3. Analyze the taxation rules for mergers and acquisitions for a company
4. Analyze how taxes impact and influence business decisions.
5. Compare the tax treatments among foreign branches and foreign subsidiaries.
6. Assess tax and nontax costs of various organizational forms.
    

ACCT680 Contemporary and Emerging Issues (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ACCT510  
This course identifies developing areas in accounting and encourages students to research the issues, think critically, evaluate alternatives, and communicate conclusions orally and in writing. The course addresses the role of the contemporary accountant, international accounting standards, the future of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (F.A.S.B.), standard setting and regulation, ethics, and other developing issues.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Examine and summarize the role that the accountant plays as a strategic business partner.
2. Analyze the historical and current accounting standard setting process.
3. Compare International Standards to US GAAP.
4. Research and summarize current accounting emerging issues.
5. Analyze the current Congressional business tax rulings.
6. Communicate conclusions with clarity and coherence.

ACCT690 Master’s Capstone (3 cr.)

This course blends accounting theory, practice, and research. Students demonstrate leadership and strategic decision-making skills along with advanced knowledge of accounting. Students present findings to colleagues and professionals in the field.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply learned research skills to investigate an entity.
2. Analyze the financials of an organization.
3. Interpret results of the financial analysis.
4. Develop a course of action based on research on analysis.
5. Prepare a management summary of the research and analysis.
6. Present findings in a professional and engaging manner.
    

AC302 Managerial Accounting Principles (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): BU300  Co-requisite
This course is an introduction to the managerial accounting and reporting systems used for decision-making purposes. Topics include cost accounting and variances, cost-volume-profit relationships, job order and process cost systems, budgeting and measuring performance, and an introduction to the time value of money and the capital budgeting process.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate the information available from the accounting records that is used in the managerial decision-making process.
2. Apply job costing, activity-based costing and other cost management tools in the managerial decision-making process.
3. Analyze various types of computer software and relate the importance to cost accounting and management reporting.
4. Prepare, monitor, analyze, and report on the results of the budget process.
5. Employ the various types of cost accounting processes.
6. Apply the basic concept of time value of money in the capital budgeting process.

AC303 Intermediate Accounting I (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): BU300  
This course focuses on a comprehensive analysis of financial accounting theory. Topics include the formation of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial statement presentation and valuation, revenue recognition concepts, time value of money, cash and marketable securities, accounts receivable, and inventories. Students critically examine the principles of real-world financial analysis and reporting issues.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following: 

1. Assess the environment of financial reporting and rulemaking.
2. Use critical decision-making skills to meet the objectives of financial reporting.
3. Prepare financial statements and disclosure according to GAAP, including the disclosure requirements for the balance sheet, income statement, statement of stockholder equity, and the statement of cash flows. 
4. Examine the inventory process in accounting, ending inventory, and cost of goods sold under multiple inventory valuation methods, including dollar value LIFO and lower of cost or market methods. 
5. Examine the codes of ethics and theoretical frameworks for various accounting professional organizations.
6. Relate SOX and systems and controls in accounting by various types of accounting software to financial reporting and decision making. 
7. Know the requirement of the accounting profession concerning continuing professional education (CPE) and certifications (CPA, CIA, CMA, etc.).
8. Examine business data and apply financial ratios for analysis.

AC305 Intermediate Accounting II (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): AC303  
This course continues the comprehensive analysis of the theoretical and practical aspects of financial accounting theory. Topics include fixed assets and depreciation, long-term investments, current and contingent liabilities, long-term liabilities, contributed capital, leases, accounting for income taxes, earnings per share, and post-retirement benefits. Students work on income tax allocation, financial statement analysis, cash flow statements, and accounting methods changes.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Analyze, allocate, and record acquisitions and dispositions to fixed and intangible assets.
2. Record depletion, amortization, and depreciation of full and partial periods for the balance sheet.
3. Analyze, allocate, and record transactions involving current, long-term, and contingent liabilities.
4. Record the classification of long-term investments and marketable securities.
5. Analyze, classify, and record shareholder equity and comprehensive transactions.
6. Calculate permanent and temporary differences in financial and income tax accounting.
7. Relate the systems and controls available in various types of accounting software to financial reporting and decision making.
8. Allocate and record a capital and operating lease for the lessee and lessor according to lease accounting standards.
9. Apply the codes of ethics from various professional accounting organizations.

AC308 Federal Taxation (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): BU300  
This course provides an introduction to federal income tax law and regulations. Tax provisions and administrative rules pertaining to individuals, corporations and alternative organizational structures are examined.

Upon completion of the course students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Interpret and evaluate the tax code as it applies to taxpayer situations.
2. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of the taxation of different entities.
3. Assess tax and nontax costs of various organizational forms.
4. Compute property transactions to determine depreciation and cost recovery,
5. Evaluate property transactions to determine gain or loss considerations, nontaxable exchanges, capital gains and loss, and recapturing provisions.
6. Prepare tax return schedules for partnerships, C corporations, and S corporations.
7. Analyze tax implications and communicate these findings. 
8. Evaluate and analyze tax sources of information related to tax practice along with its inherent ethical responsibility.

AC310 Business Taxation (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): AC308 
This course provides an introduction to corporate federal income tax law. Tax provisions and administrative rules pertaining to corporations and alternative organizational structures are examined.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Interpret and evaluate the tax code as it applies to taxpayer situations.
2. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the taxation of different entities.
3. Assess tax and nontax costs of various organizational forms.
4. Prepare tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, and S corporations.
5. Analyze various types of computer tax software and relate the importance to the preparation of tax returns.
6. Identify basic tax concepts among most states and determine tax planning to reduce a corporation’s overall state tax burden.
7. Analyze the tax implications of alternative choices and communicate these findings.
    

AC315 Cost Accounting (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): AC302 
The course emphasizes strategic aspects of cost and managerial accounting. Topics include cost behavior, relevant information for decision analysis, budgeting and the role of accounting in business strategy. The course also covers current management accounting theories.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Analyze cost behavior trends within an organization.
2. Develop budgets for planning and control.
3. Apply appropriate analysis and technique to solve non-routine problems.
4. Discuss current topics in cost management accounting.
5. Analyze pricing and profitability, cost and volume, and capital investment.
6. Analyze strategic cost, activity based, standard cost, quality and environmental, and lean management strategies. 
7. Apply inventory management by the use of EOQ, JIT, and  the theory of constraints.
8. Communicate the professional code of ethical conduct for management accountants.

AC400 Advanced Accounting (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): AC305 
This course examines advanced accounting problems, theory, and financial statement presentations. Topics include consolidations, business combinations, governmental and nonprofit reporting, partnership accounting, and foreign exchange transactions.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Value and record business combinations.
2. Prepare consolidated financial statements, including international transactions with foreign currency exchange.
3. Apply consolidation techniques for outside ownership, acquisition, and asset transactions.
4. Articulate financial statement reporting and SEC requirements.
5. Recognize worldwide accounting diversity and International standards.
6. Apply accounting valuation methods to financial transactions.
7. Evaluate the formation, operation, termination, and liquidation in partnership accounting.
8. Assess the role of the accountant in estates and trusts.
9. Evaluate usefulness and limitations of advanced accounting topics.

AC405 Auditing (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): AC303  
This course covers audit theory and practice. It emphasizes applying audit theories and procedures in the examination of a company’s financial statements by a certified public accountant. Auditing standards, professional ethics, legal responsibilities, and current auditing trends are discussed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply auditing standards.
2. Discuss the role of the auditor with regard to legal liability, ethics, and independence.
3. Define internal control and distinguish the major components of internal control.
4. Explain the relationship between evidence and audit risk, and identify and explain the components of audit risk.
5. Apply audit methods and techniques used in practice today.
6. Perform appropriate analytical procedures for various audit types.
7. Apply professional auditing standards, use of evidence, and audit opinion formulation process.
8. Analyze various types of data and relate to audit procedures.

AC410 Corporate Finance (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): BU300   
This course is an in-depth study of corporate financial management strategies and the fundamentals of finance. The application to a wide variety of real-world situations spanning personal finance, corporate decision making, and financial intermediation is emphasized. The course focuses on key concepts and decisions regarding risk and return, the management of current assets and current liabilities, capital budgeting using the time value of money concepts, asset valuation, and the profit maximization of shareholder wealth in a global economy. It also examines organizational use of the stock market and other financial institutions and systems.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate the pros and cons of assorted forms of financing that may be available to a company. 
2. Apply methods used for tax, cashflow, and financial statements along with reporting requirements for business organizations.
3. Analyze interest rates and the valuation of stocks, bonds, risks, and rate of return.
4. Apply the principles of capital structure, dividend policy, and risk management.
5. Prepare capital budgeting for long-term assets and risks associated with the assets.
6. Apply the time value of money methods in the capital budgeting and the implications for financing/investment decision-making process.
7. Prepare cash flow budgets, capital management, and financial forecasting using the applicable software. 
8. Analyze the company’s financial data to maximize the value of the organization’s capital (money) to fulfill the goals of the company.

AC495 Bachelor of Science Capstone (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): Program director authorization required.
This course integrates knowledge and skills developed in a student’s major course of study.  Students integrate and apply knowledge and skills acquired throughout their academic programs.  Students select a problem or issue in their area of specialization, research the issue, analyze and critique material related to the topic, and propose a solution that addresses the issue or improves the organization. Students also demonstrate professional communication skills, outline continuing education strategies, and examine the ethical and diversity dimensions of various organizations.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate critical thinking skills related to a major field of academic study.
2. Analyze the environmental variables and available resources that affect various organizational issues and strategies.
3. Analyze various ethical implications relevant to organizations and professions.
4. Develop strategies for continuing education and professional competence.
5. Recognize strategies for professionals to achieve personal well-being and work-life balance.
6. Synthesize various strategies and best practices related to one’s profession.
7. Identify management and leadership principles in a professional context.
8. Explore diversity as it relates to specific fields of study and professions.
9. Communicate using inclusive methods in a variety of modes appropriate to a specific profession.
10. Recognize and adapt to trends in a field of study or profession.
11. Address laws, regulations, policies, or best practices relevant to specific industries or professions.

ADS551 Historical and Contemporary Foundations of Addiction Theories (2 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): PY620  or equivalent
This course explores various contemporary and historic theories that account for the etiology of addiction to psychoactive substances. Emphasis is on psychological, biological, and sociocultural theories of drug addiction. Topics include the role of family and society, roles/responsibilities of the therapist, addiction as a disease, the 12-Step Framework, abstinence, and harm reduction.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Compare and contrast competing models and theories of addiction and addiction treatment.
2. Analyze individual and family contributions to the development, maintenance, and treatment of substance abuse and addiction from a historical and contemporary perspective.
3. Evaluate current research and data regarding the effectiveness of prevailing models of treatment.
4. Demonstrate an ability to differentiate and work within the 12 Core Functions of Addictions Counseling.

ADS552 Applied Research and Evaluation in Addictions (2 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): or co-requisite ADS551  
This course examines the development and implementation of research and evaluation methodologies to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of clinical services for individuals impacted by substance abuse and addiction. The course focuses on using current information technology to locate and critically evaluate the assessment and treatment literature, the implementation and evaluation of evidence-based practices (EBP), program evaluation and needs assessment strategies, and neuropsychological and psychopharmacological research.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Utilize accepted indicators of quality to critique and evaluate relevant research studies.
2. Based on the literature and research findings, recommend improvements to services and design ways to assess the effectiveness.
3. Assess the impact of clinical services, including identified resources needs and potential barriers.
4. Explain the design and rationale of the evaluations of individual clients, programs, or other clinical practices, including the findings, implications, and recommendations.
    

ADS553 Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in Addiction Services (2 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ADS552 , PY 722  or equivalent
This course examines the ethical, legal, and professional issues in the continuum of care in addictions work. The Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy code of ethics, selected federal and state law pertaining to the addictions field, and overlying professionalism are synthesized and applied, while integrating the 12 core functions.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply their knowledge of the Minnesota Board of Health code of ethics in the field of substance abuse, use, and dependence in general practice and case situations.
2. Recognize and resolve ethical dilemmas by applying methods of ethical analysis and decision-making skills, being aware of one’s own biases and beliefs.
3. Apply ethical and legal practices and responsibilities in providing professional services.
4. Analyze and address specific issues that arise from the interface of addictions practice with medical, legal, religious, business, health reimbursement, and educational institutions.
5. Describe practice activities and responsibilities, including consultation, necessary for professionalism along the continuum of care in addictions practice.
    

ADS554 Psychopharmacology and Psychophysiology in Addiction Disorders (2 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): PY606  or equivalent
Prerequisite or Co-requisite ADS553 
This course examines the types and actions of substances of abuse, including street drugs, prescribed medications, over-the-counter compounds, herbs and other supplements, and toxic materials. Emphasis is placed on integrating counseling skills with pharmacotherapy while addressing the needs of clients from a variety of cultural and sub-cultural groups. The neurobiological components of abuse and addiction are examined and synthesized with social and psychological variables and risk factors. The effects of abuse and addiction on neuroanatomy and neurophysiology are analyzed to incorporate into treatment planning and program development.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Critically evaluate the psychopharmacological and psychophysiological literature.
2. Synthesize counseling theory and techniques with pharmacological information and practices.
3. Distinguish and describe the effects of various substances of abuse on the physical, emotional, mental, and social aspects of the individual.
4. Formulate an individualized and realistic treatment plan by analyzing and evaluating the physiological, social and cultural, and psychological factors placing individuals at risk to abuse substances.
    

ADS555 Multicultural Aspects of Addiction (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ADS554  
This course provides an integrated overview of the psychology and sociology of psychoactive drug use, abuse, addiction, and evidenced-based treatment approaches in contemporary American society and other world cultures. The complex relationships between individual, family, group, and sociocultural dimensions of drug using are explored. Special attention is given to variables of age, ethnicity, spirituality, gender, sexuality, and socioeconomic status.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Examine one’s own biases and prejudices regarding chemical use.
2. Review common and evidence-based assessment, diagnosis, and treatment approaches for chemical health from diverse individual, couple, family, and community perspectives.
3. Develop practical and effective skills for interviewing, assessing, and treatment planning for diverse populations, considering modalities such as Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Enhancement Training, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Multi-systemic Family Therapy, and Narrative Approaches.
4. Analyze assumptions, strengths, and limitations of approaches such as Abstinence, 12-Step, Harm Reduction, and Responsible Use for diverse groups.
5. Articulate the distinctive treatment issues and needs with respect to individual differences within their cultural context.
    

ADS556 Diagnosis and Assessment of Co-occurring Disorders (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): or co-requisite ADS555  
This course examines effective applications of current theories and models in the diagnosis, intervention, and treatment of addictions and co-occurring disorders and associated issues. The incorporation of biopsychosocial factors including socioeconomics, race, ethnicity, culture and subcultures, and mental health are addressed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Locate, evaluate, and implement theories and models of evidence-based approaches to diagnoses, interventions, treatments, and associated services in the addiction field.
2. Identify and integrate community, networkers, stakeholders, and socioeconomic factors into diagnosis, intervention, and treatment.
3. Apply biopsychosocial theories, including intergenerational, genetic, and environmental factors; and family, partner, and other relationship roles into assessment, intervention, and treatment.
4. Establish effective relationships with clients and other professionals according to one’s role along the continuum of care.
5. Identify the presence of co-occurring disorders and associated issues for coordinating services and evaluating program efficacy.
6. Synthesize and apply ethical, legal, and professional responsibly within the 12 core functions when diagnosing, intervening, and treating along the continuum of care.

ADS557 Families & Addictive Related Issues Across the Lifespan (2 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ADS556 
The course explores the impact of substance abuse and other addictions on the family, individually and systemically. It seeks to offer current understanding of the impacts of developmental effects throughout the lifespan. Historical and contemporary theory and techniques used in the treatment and recovery for individuals and family systems are studied.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Assess the role and adverse effects of addiction on family members.
2. Synthesize theories, including intergenerational, mental health, genetic, and environmental into the continuum of care with families.
3. Evaluate, implement, and apply evidence-based treatment approaches, theories, and models currently in practice.
4. Incorporate families and system factors into treatment planning along the continuum of care while satisfying the 12 core functions.
5. Integrate into family practice stakeholders, community connections, support networkers, cultures, and sub-cultures along the continuum of care.

ADS558 Individual & Group Counseling & Case Management (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): or co-requisite: ADS557  
This course focuses on providing an understanding of the unique considerations when working within an individual and group format in the continuum of care of alcohol and drug problems. The biopsychosocial model is used to conceptualize addiction, and prevailing modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused Brief, Motivational Interviewing, 12-Step Facilitation, and Harm Reduction strategies. The 12 core functions of addictions counseling provide a framework for navigating the treatment process.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Distinguish between individual and group counseling and case management.
2. Articulate one’s own strengths, growth areas, needs, and motivations to help those struggling with alcohol and drug abuse challenges.
3. Assess ethical dilemmas and legal issues commonly encountered in training and professional practice of alcohol and drug counseling.
4. Differentiate and integrate the prevailing models of treatment when providing services for alcohol and drug abuse challenges.
5. Apply knowledge of drug interactions and brain chemistry for the coordination of care.
6. Apply different evidenced-based strategies for assessment, treatment, and case management.
    

ADS590 Practicum I (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ADS558 
(440 hours) Students work in a setting which emphasizes the treatment of individuals with addictions and alcohol and drug abuse problems. This work must consist of a minimum of 880 total hours with the experience divided into two 440 hours of practicum. The student is supervised by an experienced Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor at a site licensed by the State of Minnesota to provide alcohol and drug counseling. A practicum seminar is taken concurrently with this work and provides an opportunity for discussion of case materials and concerns related to the practicum setting.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply theories of chemical dependency and addiction to practice.
2. Utilize the 12 core functions in the treatment of clients.
3. Integrate relevant psychopharmacological principles and research into practice.
4. Incorporate legal and ethical principles into work with clients.
5. Demonstrate a multicultural perspective in counseling practice.
6. Apply knowledge of family systems and sociocultural factors to work with clients.
7. Provide effective counseling to clients with co-occurring disorders/dual diagnoses.

ADS591 Practicum II (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ADS590 
(440 hours) Students work in a setting which emphasizes the treatment of individuals with addictions and alcohol and drug abuse problems. This work must consist of a minimum of 880 total hours with the experience divided into two 440 hours of practicum. The student is supervised by an experienced Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor at a site licensed by the State of Minnesota to provide alcohol and drug counseling. A practicum seminar is taken concurrently with this work and provides an opportunity for discussion of case materials and concerns related to the practicum setting.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply theories of chemical dependency and addiction to practice.
2. Utilize the 12 core functions in the treatment of clients.
3. Integrate relevant psychopharmacological principles and research into practice.
4. Incorporate legal and ethical principles into work with clients.
5. Demonstrate a multicultural perspective in counseling practice.
6. Apply knowledge of family systems and sociocultural factors to work with clients.
7. Provide effective counseling to clients with co-occurring disorders/dual diagnoses.

ADS592 Practicum Completion Seminar (0 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): ADS551 , ADS552 , ADS553 , ADS554 , ADS555 , ADS556 , ADS557 , ADS558 , ADS590 , ADS591  
Students work in a setting, which emphasizes the treatment of individuals with addictions, alcohol and drug abuse problems, and co-occurring mental health concerns. This work must consist of a minimum of 880 total hours with the experience divided into two 440 hours of practicum at a site licensed by the State of Minnesota to provide alcohol and drug counseling. An experienced, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), who is approved by the BBHT to provide supervision, supervises the student on-site. A practicum seminar course is taken concurrently with this field experience, providing opportunities for discussion of case materials and concerns related to the practicum setting. Personal and professional issues relevant to the practicum experience are examined.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Utilize the 12 Core Functions in the treatment of clients.
2. Apply theories of chemical dependency and addiction to clinical practice.
3. Integrate relevant psycho-pharmacological principles and research into practice.                                                                                                                       
4. Incorporate legal and ethical principles into work with clients.
5. Demonstrate a multicultural perspective in counseling practice.
6. Apply knowledge of family systems and socio-cultural factors to work with clients.
7. Provide effective counseling to clients with co-occurring disorders/dual diagnoses.

ADS714 Counseling and Psychological Services and Addiction Studies Practicum II (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): PY713  
Students work in a setting which emphasizes the treatment of individuals with addictions, alcohol and drug abuse problems, and co-occurring mental health concerns. This practicum must consist of 440 hours, at a site licensed by the State of Minnesota to provide alcohol and drug as well as mental health treatment.

The accompanying on-campus seminar sessions, facilitated by a dually-licensed mental health professional, provide opportunities for discussion of case materials and concerns related to the practicum setting. Personal and professional issues relevant to the practicum experience are examined and discussed. Planning for the integration paper is introduced.

This Counseling Psychology and Addiction Studies Practicum provide a combined clinical experience that meets the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy’s practicum hour requirements for applications for the LADC and the LPCC licenses. A dually-licensed mental professional (LADC and LPCC, LMFT, or LP) provides student supervision on site or two supervisors, one with LADC and the other with (LPCC, LMFT, or LP). In addition, the on-site supervisor must be on the BBHT approved list for supervision.

ADS715 Counseling and Psychological Services and Addiction Studies Practicum Completion (0 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): PY713 , ADS714  
Students work in a setting which emphasizes the treatment of individuals with addictions, alcohol and drug abuse problems, and co-occurring mental health concerns. The Practicum Completion Seminar provides an opportunity to complete the second 440 hours, at a site licensed by the State of Minnesota to provide alcohol and drug as well as mental health treatment.

The accompanying on-campus seminar sessions, facilitated by a dually-licensed mental health professional, provide opportunities for discussion of case materials and concerns related to the practicum setting. Personal and professional issues relevant to the practicum experience are examined and discussed. Planning for the integration paper is introduced.

This Counseling Psychology and Addiction Studies Practicum provide a combined clinical experience that meets the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy’s practicum hour requirements for applications for the LADC and the LPCC licenses. A dually-licensed mental health professional (LADC and LPCC/LP) must provide the student supervision on site. In addition, the on-site supervisor must be on the BBHT approved list for supervision.

APSY300 General Psychology (3 cr.)

This course provides a broad survey of the major topics and issues in contemporary psychology.  Students receive an overview of the major psychological theories and the principal contributors to the discipline.  Students are also introduced to the following topics: psychological research, biological bases of behavior, multicultural psychology, personality, perception, learning, cognition, emotion, motivation, individual development, psychological disorders, methods of treatment, and social psychology.  

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and explain major theories in contemporary psychology.
2. Identify significant contributors to contemporary psychology and describe their contributions to the field.
3. Describe the various branches of contemporary psychology.
4. Explain significant psychological concepts and how these concepts enhance understanding of human experience and behavior.
5. Explain the process of planning and implementing a psychological research study.
6. Evaluate psychological information presented in mainstream media.

APSY305 Lifespan Psychology (3 cr.)

This course provides an overview of theories and research in human development. Physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, cultural, and social aspects of lifespan development are covered.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify the basic stages of human development from conception to old age.
2. Describe theoretical approaches to human development and how each theory explains growth, development, and behavior.
3. Explain the influence of heredity, culture, environment, and maturation on changes across the lifespan.
4. Identify developmental changes from physical, cognitive, affective, and social perspectives.
5. Examine how ethnicity, culture, and gender influence human development during particular developmental stages.

APSY310 Multicultural Psychology (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): APSY300   or equivalent; HHSM304  
This course examines the psychological implications of racism, sexism, homophobia and other structures of inequality and considers how sociocultural privilege and oppression influence individual and group thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.  Current and historical events are explored to promote understanding of multicultural and social justice issues in psychology.  Increased awareness of self and others is emphasized with the aim of improving cross-cultural communication and generating strategies for social change.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate a critical awareness of one’s own worldviews, values, and biases and how these cultural factors influence one’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
2. Identify several psychological implications of racism, sexism, homophobia and other structures of inequality.
3. Effectively critique psychological theories, research methods and conclusions from a multicultural/social justice perspective.
4. Demonstrate effective cross-cultural communication, i.e., listening for understanding, perspective-taking, and articulating a different point of view.
5. Apply psychological principles to address real-world cross-cultural conflicts.
6. Apply professional writing skills for different audiences and purposes, including the accurate use of APA style.

APSY315 Learning and Cognition (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): APSY300  or equivalent
This course explores the theoretical and empirical foundations of learning, cognition, cognitive development, and information processing. The nature of the mind and fundamental concepts of learning and cognition are examined. Topics include pattern recognition, memory, attention, decision making, language, problem solving, and creativity. Students apply concepts and principles to professional and personal situations.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Explain fundamental theories of learning and cognition.
2. Describe different types of learning styles.
3. Analyze the relationship between learning and cognition.
4. Apply learning and cognitive theories to real world situations.

APSY320 Research and Analysis in Practice (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): BPH405 , HHSM304  
This course provides an opportunity to learn about research in the social sciences focusing on applied psychology. Students learn how to find, examine, and evaluate research that deals with a psychological issue.  Emphasis is placed on reading and understanding the elements of research, including the need for research studies, types of research methods, ethical considerations in research, data collection and analysis, and research findings and recommendations. Students choose a topic of interest and apply research findings to create a solution to a problem within their topic.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Locate information and understand how to find research focusing on a global critical issue, using relevant library databases.
2. Examine the need for research and the types of research methods which correspond to the research question.
3. Identify and articulate research data collection and analysis, ethical considerations, findings and recommendations.
4. Evaluate bias in research and propose ways to construct research that minimizes bias.
5. Adapt research findings to formulate creative evidence-based decisions or solutions in applied psychology.

APSY325 Abnormal Psychology (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): APSY300  or equivalent, APSY305  or equivalent, HHSM304  
This course investigates etiology, presentation, treatment options, and prognosis for abnormal behavior, cognitions, and emotions.  Topics include the major categories in the diagnostic manual, including eating disorders, anxiety disorders, dissociative disorders, somatoform disorders, and mood disorders. The interactions among biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors are emphasized. Students consider presentation and implications of abnormal behavior in their professional and personal pathways.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Explain the continuum of behaviors and thought processes from mental health to mental illness.
2. Consider research methods and evaluate empirical evidence for psychiatric disorders, and apply this analysis to one area of work.
3. Analyze the utility of and concerns with available diagnostic systems.
4. Identify the spectrum of psychiatric disorders and differentiate between the disorders based on presentation, etiology, prognosis, and treatment approaches.
5. Identify theoretical and empirical foundations for classification of individual disorders.
6. Analyze the role of societal underpinnings in mental health care availability and equity.
7. Apply professional writing skills including drafting, editing, and the accurate use of APA style.

APSY400 Contemporary Issues in Applied Psychology (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): APSY320 
This course provides an overview of contemporary issues in the field of applied psychology. Students select a topic from the broad issue chosen for this course.  Emphasis is placed on evaluating research on the issue and developing creative psychological strategies for real world solutions.  Topics that could be chosen for the course include, but are not limited to pandemic stressors, disparities in dealing with mental health, racism, aging, creating culture change, immigrant needs.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Explain contemporary issues in the field of applied psychology.
2. Examine information and research on a broad critical issue in the current world.
3. Evaluate an individually chosen sub-topic on the issue through relevant peer-reviewed research.
4. Assess psychological strategies through a multicultural lens. 
5. Apply research findings in an evidence-based approach to solution development.
6. Create a plan for solution development using APA ethical principles.

APSY405 Positive Psychology: Research and Application (3 cr.)

This course explores the scientific foundations of positive psychology. Students investigate key research findings contributing to a science of well-being at individual, communal, and global levels. Students learn about research-based skills and exercises to increase well-being and positive emotion and begin to practice these skills in their interpersonal lives. Additionally, students develop and evaluate a new positive intervention for an audience of their choice.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Discuss the scientific foundation of positive psychology.
2. Examine research in the field of positive psychology.
3. Practice positive psychology skills and exercises for improvement in well-being,
4. Analyze well-being for continued improvement in self and others.
5. Apply positive interventions to an audience of choice.
6. Demonstrate effective communication in interpersonal and small group relationships.

APSY410 Brain and Behavior (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): APSY300 
This course investigates brain structure and function and implications for cognitions, behaviors, and emotions.  Topics include anatomical and physiological interpersonal differences, how treatments affect brain structure and function, available technology for studying the brain, and recovery from physical and emotional trauma.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Explain the relationships between neural structure, electrical and chemical processes, and human behavior.
2. Apply scientific method to evaluate publications about anatomy, physiology, and outcome.
3. Evaluate evidence of biological basis for behavior, disorder, and treatment efficacy.
4. Explain connections across systems and levels of neurological functioning.

APSY420 Social Psychology (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): APSY300  or equivalent
This course examines the major theories, research, and current issues in the field of social psychology. Students learn about how social context influences a person’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.  Topics include political movements, racism, implicit bias, social justice, interpersonal attraction and relationships, the social self and social identity, aggression, persuasion, prosocial behavior, and applied social psychology. Research methods in social psychology are also covered.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Explain the key concepts and theories of social psychology.
2. Describe the influence of social context on thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
3. Critically examine psychological research in social psychology.
4. Describe how social psychology theory and research increase comprehension of multicultural issues.
5. Apply social psychology theory and research to illuminate national and global issues, as well as student life experiences.

APSY490 Applied Psychology Capstone (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): All other major coursework. This course is taken in the student’s last semester before graduation.  All general education requirements must be fulfilled.
In this course, students integrate knowledge and skills developed in previous coursework and demonstrate how behavioral, social, and cultural frameworks in applied psychology can promote positive change through a field experience project. Students research an instructor-approved focused issue, challenge, or question in applied psychology and formulate creative solutions for the problem.  Students complete an APA research paper and showcase the research, field experience and solution in a final presentation. In addition, students develop concrete strategies for continuing growth and opportunities in their chosen applied psychology field.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Describe ethical, legal, and professional implications of actions taken in the applied psychology field.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of how behavioral, social, and cultural frameworks in applied psychology can promote positive change within a focused aspect of the discipline.
3. Analyze the impact of applied psychology strategies on a local problem and relate this to regional and global contexts.
4. Summarize the challenges and opportunities that affect applied psychology.
5. Synthesize related research literature on a focused applied psychology topic into an APA research paper.
6. Demonstrate professional interpersonal, small group, and oral presentation skills.
7. Develop strategies for pursuing continued professional development and opportunities.

BU300 Accounting Principles (3 cr.)

This course is designed to give students the foundations of financial accounting and reporting practices used by decision makers in today’s business environments. Financial accounting methods, the accounting cycle, internal controls, and accounting practices for different types of business entities are examined.  Also examined are Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) used in the preparation of financial statements.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Explain the basic Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
2. Analyze company transactions and prepare journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
3. Prepare financial statements according to GAAP.
4. Describe the different types of accounting systems.
5. Evaluate the information generated by and obtained from company accounting records.
6. Apply knowledge of accounting principles, theories, and concepts to company transactions.
7. Analyze and explain the impact of a particular decision on the financial statements of an entity.
8. Identify the various reporting requirements for different types of business entities.

BU302 Principles of Marketing (3 cr.)

This course addresses the role of marketing in organizations.  It examines the fundamental marketing mix elements of product, price, placement, and promotion that comprise organizational marketing strategies. It further explores how the marketing mix elements are strategically implemented to create and deliver products, services, or ideas to consumers.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify the basic marketing mix elements of product, pricing, placement, and promotion.
2. Explain how organizations coordinate the marketing mix elements as part of their strategic marketing initiatives in the context of various environmental situations.
3. Recognize the various theoretical perspectives on consumer buying behavior as a means for better meeting the needs and wants of target customers.
4. Review the basic approaches and uses of marketing research as a means for understanding consumer and business buying practices.
5. Demonstrate how market segmentation, product positioning and target marketing are used to enhance organizational success.
6. Appraise the ethical issues facing contemporary marketing efforts.
7. Evaluate the various elements that make up the marketing function, and propose a strategic marketing approach that is aligned with organizational goals.

BU304 Consumer Behavior and Trend Analysis (3 cr.)

This course explores the theories and frameworks that business and marketing strategists need for assessing purchasing behavior trends. The impact of consumer and business buying behaviors on markets and marketing initiatives is analyzed. The course also examines the contributions of the social sciences in understanding buying behaviors. Students utilize geographic information systems (GIS) technology to explore consumer behaviors and trends that impact business decisions.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Describe the theories and practices of consumer and business purchasing behavior as applied to marketing strategy.
2. Identify the factors that affect buying behavior.
3. Implement geographic information systems (GIS) technology to describe and analyze consumer purchasing and business trends.
4. Explore consumer behavior concepts used to develop strategic marketing initiatives.
5. Evaluate current marketing activities that organizations use to influence buying behaviors.

BU306 Digital Marketing (3 cr.)

This course covers the role of the Internet and associated technologies in contemporary marketing, from product and pricing considerations to new distribution and promotional channels. The role of digital media in creating a customer experience and facilitating business sales and advertising is examined. Also examined is the buying behavior particular to business-to-consumer and business-to-business digital relationships. Key components of the digital marketing mix used to facilitate the development of a digital marketing plan and a supporting budget are presented.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do following:

1. Identify the most relevant new digital media trends.
2. Utilize digital media channels to create greater consumer experience and involvement.
3. Evaluate the appropriateness of various digital channels.
4. Calculate digital marketing returns on investment (ROI).
5. Recognize common mistakes to avoid for ensuring digital marketing success.
6. Utilize a digital marketing planning framework to create an effective new media strategy.
7. Examine the social, legal, and ethical issues that impact digital marketing efforts to include issues involving data privacy.

BU309 Marketing and Society (3 cr.)

This course explores the relationship between organizational marketing efforts and society. Ethical and legal considerations pertaining to marketing practices are examined. Also examined are societal-based marketing concepts and strategies that can benefit various health, safety, and environmental concerns. The use of marketing concepts and strategies for encouraging people to change behaviors to improve their lives and benefit society are analyzed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate societal-based marketing strategies that can be used to influence a variety of health, safety, environmental, and community-related issues.
2. Explore various ethical considerations and issues pertaining to organizational marketing initiatives.
3. Describe key legal requirements which marketers need to understand.
4. Analyze the impact of traditional marketing practices on human health.
5. Assess the impact of traditional marketing practices on the earth and its natural resources.
6. Analyze how marketing can be used to influence human behavior for the purpose of promoting social and environmental change.

BU310 Integrated Marketing Promotions (3 cr.)

This course examines the integrated promotion and communication strategies used in organizational marketing efforts. Topics include the use of advertising, direct marketing, sales promotions, public relations, personal selling, and social media to promote products and services. Message development and communication approaches for various types of promotional strategies are discussed. Legal and ethical issues related to marketing promotions and communications are also considered.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Examine the attributes and dynamics of the communications and promotional mix elements of advertising, direct marketing, sales promotions, public relations, personal selling, and social media.
2. Assess the strengths, weaknesses, appropriateness of use, and relative costs of each of the communications and promotional mix elements.
3. Analyze how the communications and promotional mix elements are coordinated to effectively market products and services to target audiences.
4. Identify the required steps in developing effective marketing communications to include determining the communication objectives, designing the message, choosing appropriate media, and measuring consumer feedback.
5. Explore different social media techniques used in promotional campaigns.
6. Plan a promotional campaign that implements communications and promotional mix elements plus communications techniques that are appropriate to the target audience.

BU343 Data Visualization and Content Strategy (3 cr.)

This course provides in-depth coverage of Microsoft Excel in the context of business intelligence. Excel topics include formulas and functions, charting, large datasets, pivot tables, and what-if analysis. This course includes topics on presentation and storytelling strategies for business decision making.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Develop an understanding of Microsoft Excel.
2. Utilize spreadsheet applications in a variety of simulations.
3. Attain the ability to create worksheets and workbooks.
4. Evaluate the strengths and limitations of popular business software.
5. Apply skills demanded by business.
6. Perform powerful data analysis in Excel.

BU362 Data Analysis and Business Modeling (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): BU343  
This course is designed to introduce the concept of business analytics.  Analytics helps businesses make better decisions by using sound judgment and data.  This is a skill development class that explores how statistics are used in business.  Students in this course develop a specialized skill set used in a variety of roles within an organization.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Develop an analytical framework to assess and improve business performance.
2. Apply basic concepts of statistics and probability to predict future outcomes.
3. Execute advanced forecasting models including multi-linear regression and exponential smoothing.
4. Communicate complex models in simple and concise terms to a variety of decision makers.
5. Demonstrate effective written communication of analytical work to a professional audience.
6. Integrate external and internal data sets to evolve data into knowledge.

BU364 Data Mining for Decision Making (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): BU362  
This course provides both theoretical and practical knowledge of data mining topics. Students have the opportunity to work with a number of exercises to practice and understand the uses of data mining in business organizations. Students complete a data mining project as part of the course requirements.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate the strengths and limitations of popular data mining techniques.
2. Apply software to assemble data mining techniques.
3. Compare the utility of different methods.
4. Reliably perform model/feature selection.
5. Apply resampling-based approaches to assess model performance and reliability.
6. Perform analyses of real world data.
7. Apply techniques and skills of creative and analytic thinking.

BU400 Business Law (3 cr.)

This course examines the legal environment of business. Systems and concepts such as the legal and regulatory system, contract law, property laws, and torts are analyzed. Also examined are the forms of business organization such as partnerships and corporations. The course introduces the laws and regulations which affect business activities, including employment law, securities, antitrust, bankruptcy, consumer protections, and environmental laws. The course also explores ethics and ethical decision-making in the context of the legal system.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate the variety of legal issues present in day-to-day business dealings and transactions.
2. Analyze how the American legal system functions and interrelates with the world of business and organizations.
3. Demonstrate ethical business decision-making which takes into account legal considerations.
4. Appraise the methods that business professionals use to protect themselves and their organizations from adverse legal consequences.

BU403 Applied Business Statistics (3 cr.)

This course introduces students to descriptive and inferential statistics for use in business analytics and decision-making. Measures of central tendency and dispersion, simple probability, data analysis and statistical inference are examined.  The use of computer software for analyzing statistical data is addressed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Extract information from sample data through both graphical and numerical methods;
2. Examine how probability can be used to make an inference about a population from information contained in a sample.
3. Determine the probabilities associated with both discrete and continuous random variables.
4. Estimate population means and proportions from a single sample selected from the population of interest.
5. Use the sampling distribution of a sample statistic to assess the reliability of the estimate.
6. Utilize sample data from a variety of resources to make estimates, decisions or generalizations about a larger set of data.
7. Utilize computer software to aid in analyzing data.
8. Explore ethical considerations pertaining to the usage and reporting of statistical data.

BU406 Mobile and Search Engine Marketing (3 cr.)

This course examines the use of current mobile platforms and Internet search engine marketing as part of a digital marketing strategy.  The role of technology for mobile device promotions and communications is analyzed.  Internet search engine strategies and analytics used for business growth are evaluated. This course also explores associated digital marketing industry standards and best practices. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate mobile platforms used in digital marketing strategies.
2. Analyze the elements and technologies required for search engine marketing.
3. Review mobile marketing tactics and technologies such as mobile web advertising and mobile apps.
4. Create mobile apps for use in marketing.
5. Analyze the techniques and strategies for creating search engine-focused websites.
6. Create a search engine marketing plan. 
7. Describe mobile device marketing and search engine optimization industry standards and best practices.

BU407 Financial Management (3 cr.)

This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of financial management of organizations. Topics covered include the assessment of types of business entities and capital acquisition sources, basic financial statement analysis, the assessment of how income taxes impact the financial decision-making process, the evaluation of capital projects using the time value of money concepts, management of an entity’s current assets and current liabilities, and the maximization of shareholder wealth.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and describe the various forms of business organizations and the different ways in which they are financed.
2. Explain the financial reporting requirements for different types of business entities.
3. Apply the principles of managing current assets and current liabilities to different types of business entities.
4. Assess the existence of management problems or opportunities by analyzing company financial statements and making comparisons to other companies in the same industry.
5. Compute net present values calculations and use them in financial decision making.
6. Prepare cash flow budgets.
7. Prepare a breakeven analysis for profit planning.
8. Identify and explain how the actions of the federal government may impact financial decision making.

BU450 Business Analytics (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): BU364  
This course examines methods that have been studied in previous Business Intelligence major courses and those from the Business core proven to be of value in recognizing patterns and making predictions from an applications perspective.  Course learning involves utilizing a variety of software to aid in the review of analytical cases to improve understanding of enterprise level analytics.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Describe and interpret the basic concepts of business modeling for competitive advantage.
2. Evaluate business problems and determine suitable analytical methods.
3. Plan, develop, and evaluate methods for pattern discovery, segmentation, and clustering.
4. Plan, develop, and evaluate methods for analysis and rule discovery.
5. Synthesize information to guide decision making.
6. Assess the need for integrating an organization’s goals and objectives with the use of information technology.

BU490 Strategic Management Capstone (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): Program Director approval required.  All general education requirements must be fulfilled.
This course integrates knowledge and skills developed in a student’s major course of study. Students integrate and apply knowledge and skills acquired throughout their academic programs. Students also demonstrate professional communications via written reports and oral presentations, outline continuing education strategies, and analyze ethical and diversity issues in business organizations.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate critical thinking skills related to their major field of academic study.
2. Analyze the environmental variables and available resources affecting business-related issues and strategies.
3. Synthesize various business-related strategies.
4. Identify management principles relevant for business professionals.
5. Assess the impact of ethical decisions in various business organizations.
6. Address diversity in various business environments.
7. Develop strategies for continuing education in their academic field of study.
8. Communicate using inclusive methods in a variety of modes.
9. Recognize current trends in their academic field of study.
10. Demonstrate interpersonal communication and collaboration skills required in various business settings.
     

MG311 Economics for Managers (3 cr.)

This course provides an overview of the macro and microeconomics theories used by individuals in various management and business professions. The economic decisions made by households and organizations in various markets are examined. Also examined are the laws of supply and demand, the macroeconomic indicators of the economy, business cycle analysis, the forces of production and consumption, labor market theory, and consumer choice. The impact of government economic policies on organizations is also examined.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Describe the principles of macro and microeconomics.
2. Evaluate the market forces involved in supply and demand.
3. Describe the interaction between consumers and producers.
4. Explain the dynamics of international trade.
5. Describe how a nation’s income and cost of living are measured.
6. Explain how the monetary system works.
7. Identify the economics of the public sector.

MG495 Bachelor of Science Capstone (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): Program director authorization required.  All general education requirements must be fulfilled.
This course integrates knowledge and skills developed in a student’s major course of study.  Students integrate and apply knowledge and skills acquired throughout their academic programs.  Students select a problem or issue in their area of specialization, research the issue, analyze and critique material related to the topic, and propose a solution that addresses the issue or improves the organization. Students also demonstrate professional communication skills, outline continuing education strategies, and examine the ethical and diversity dimensions of various organizations.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate critical thinking skills related to a major field of academic study.
2. Analyze the environmental variables and available resources that affect various organizational issues and strategies.
3. Analyze various ethical implications relevant to organizations and professions.
4. Develop strategies for continuing education and professional competence.
5. Recognize strategies for professionals to achieve personal well-being and work-life balance.
6. Synthesize various strategies and best practices related to one’s profession.
7. Identify management and leadership principles in a professional context.
8. Explore diversity as it relates to specific fields of study and professions.
9. Communicate using inclusive methods in a variety of modes appropriate to a specific profession.
10. Recognize and adapt to trends in a field of study or profession.
11. Address laws, regulations, policies, or best practices relevant to specific industries or professions.

MBA505 Special Topics: Project Planning (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA506 Special Topics: Project Scheduling (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA507 Special Topics: Quality Management (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA508 Special Topics: Risk Management (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA509 Special Topics: International Development (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA516 Special Topics: Financial Markets and Institutions (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA518 Special Topics: Healthcare Policy (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA519 Special Topics: Healthcare Systems (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA521 Special Topics: Benefits and Compensation (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA522 Special Topics: Employment Law (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA523 Special Topics: Consumer Behavior (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA524 Special Topics: Issues in E-Commerce (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA525 Special Topics: Marketing Research Strategies (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA526 Special Topics: Advertising (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA527 Special Topics: Forensic Accounting (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA529 Special Topics: Decision Modeling (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA530 Special Topics: Web Analytics (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA531 Special Topics: Measuring the Value of Social and Environment Responsibility (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA533 Special Topics: Monetary Policy and Central Banks (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA534 Special Topics: Financial Crises (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA535 Special Topics: Lending (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA536 Special Topics: Risk Management, Insurance (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA537 Special Topics: Supply Chain ( cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA538 Special Topics: Law and Ethics in Environmental Management (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA539 Special Topics: Sustainability Marketing (1 cr.)

This course explores current topics for business leaders to build competency through an examination of contemporary issues.  The course covers summarized information on the topic assigned, including theories, practical application, and examples. 

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and implement practical application of the content area.
2. Identify appropriate ethical considerations related to the given topic.
3. Demonstrate emerging knowledge of the topic.
4. Analyze and evaluate the need for additional resources, including appropriate collaboration with other disciplines, professionals, and/or systems.

MBA600 Quantitative Decision Making (3 cr.)

This course is designed to give students a practitioner’s ability to utilize quantitative decision making tools and techniques commonly used in business. The QDM tools and techniques used in operations management, inventory management, marketing, project management and finance are covered. Topics include hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, subjective probability, decision trees, Bayes Theorem, and regression.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Utilize hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and regression to obtain a quantitative basis to make business decisions.
2. Apply decisions trees to qualitative situations in business.
3. Apply subjective probabilities to provide insight into business situations involving uncertainty and risk.
4. Utilize decision software designed to support qualitative business decision making.
    

MBA604 Managerial Economics (3 cr.)

This course focuses on the application of economic theory to examine how an organization can efficiently achieve its aims or objectives. The tools and applications used by organizations to make decisions and assess their outcomes in a global context are covered. Topics include advanced supply and demand analysis and estimation, production and cost analysis, market structure and price analysis, regulation and risk analysis, and global pricing practices.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Forecast market trends in prices and industry profitability in a global context.
2. Assess the competitiveness of a firm within an industry from a production and cost perspective in a global environment.
3. Analyze market demand from a competitive and profitability perspective in a global environment.
4. Analyze the impact of global forces on market structure and firm behavior.
    

MBA609 Operations Management (3 cr.)

This course covers the tools, techniques, and methodologies used by managers to plan, design, and implement control systems that create/produce services and/or goods in an organization. The decisions for which operations managers are held accountable; methods used to make those decisions; and the factors affecting productivity, effectiveness, and efficiency in an organization are covered. Topics include strategic considerations in operations management, operations decision making, quality management, forecasting, just-in-time inventory management, and facility location.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply the basic terms, principles, concepts, techniques, tools, and methodologies of operations management.
2. Review and examine techniques of enterprise control and performance management.
3. Assess the impact of strategic managerial actions on the shape and direction of the operational function.
4. Develop an operations plan which integrates human, technological, and economic factors.
5. Assess the linkage between the factors that affect the operations system.

MBA610 Organizations and Human Behavior (3 cr.)

This course examines human behavior and social relationships in the workplace setting from a domestic and intercultural perspective. The theories, history, and practice of promoting effective individual and group behavior in organizations across cultures are covered. Topics include groups and teams, multicultural teams, power and influence, trust, gender and equality, the impact of culture on work behavior, and creating cultural synergy in a multicultural work environment.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Deconstruct the dynamics and complexities of individual and group behavior in a workplace setting.
2. Build multicultural teams.
3. Recognize and manage issues of justice, gender, equality, ethics, and trust as they arise in the workplace.
4. Design a plan to promote cultural synergy in a workplace setting.
    

MBA612 Executive Communication (3 cr.)

This course gives students the opportunity to study effective organizational communication essential for executive and transformational leadership. Organizational communication structure, ethical communication styles, and executive summary techniques are examined. Strategies for effective leadership communication are explored at all levels of the organization.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate effective executive communication techniques in presentation and written formats.
2. Evaluate the ethical dimension of organizational communication.
3. Apply communication theory to the analysis of case studies.
4. Articulate an executive mission and vision.
5. Analyze and compare organizational communication climates.

MBA613 Ethical Leadership (3 cr.)

This course provides a theoretical framework to analyze and evaluate the ethical dimension of leadership practices. Topics include the implementation of ethical leadership models and practices, ethical considerations in multinational organizational strategy, and building and maintaining international partnerships. The case method is employed to analyze and evaluate the leaders of firms diverse in their perspective and scope.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply ethical leadership techniques.
2. Evaluate the ethical dimension of organizational strategy with an emphasis on social responsibility.
3. Analyze ethical leadership models via the case study method.
4. Evaluate the impact of leadership practices on organizational climate.
5. Articulate the unique challenges of ethical leadership in international partnerships.
    

MBA614 Practicum (3 cr.)

MBA615 Independent Study (1 cr.)

MBA616 Business and Marketing Concepts (3 cr.)

This course is designed to give students an overview of the principles of marketing function within an organization.  Students examine market structures, business cycle and SWOT analysis, and the impact of government economic policy on business.  The marketing techniques used by firms operating in a global environment are also covered.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Use supply and demand fundamentals to analyze market activity.
2. Apply the principles of market structure to analyze behavior of firms in an industry.
3. Perform a SWOT analysis as part of a strategic marketing plan.
4. Apply the marketing mix to meet market demands.