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BIO 496 - Honors Thesis II.
Prior or concurrent election of BIO 495 ; consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in biology. (4).
Also listed as HON 496 .Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 500 - Marine Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (3).
Introduction to chemical and physical oceanography and study of the biology of marine organisms in several marine ecosystems. Examination of the history of marine biological exploration, human exploitation and pollution.
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BIO 501 - Current Topics in Cellular and Molecular Biology.
Admission to the graduate program in biology. (4).
Survey, review and presentation of recently developed information, concepts, techniques and methods in cellular and molecular biology. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 502 - Current Topics in Organismal Biology.
Admission to the graduate program in biology. (4).
Survey, review, presentation and discussion of recently developed information, concepts, techniques and methods in the biology of whole organisms. May involve detailed study of a limited taxonomic group of organisms. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 503 - Current Topics in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.
Admission to the graduate program in biology. (4).
Survey, review and presentation of recently developed information, concepts, techniques and methods in ecology and evolutionary biology. Lecture and laboratory.
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BIO 504 - Biostatistics.
Strong preparation in high school or college algebra, eight credits of biology, graduate standing. (4).
Analysis of quantitative data from biological sources, using basic statistical procedures to elucidate biological phenomena. Mathematical derivations and probabilistic theory not stressed; emphasis on the selection and interpretation of statistical tests commonly used by biologists. Prior knowledge of statistics not necessary. Lecture and discussion. Not open to students with credit for BIO 301 /PHS 302 or its equivalent.
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BIO 507 - Human Macroscopic Anatomy.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Detailed study of the macroscopic structure of the human body, following a systems approach to the study of human anatomy. Laboratory involves the study of anatomical models and cadaver specimens. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 407 .
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BIO 508 - Comparative Anatomy.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Evolutionary and developmental aspects of the gross structure of representative chordate animals. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 408 .
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BIO 517 - Stream Biology and Monitoring.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , , BIO 327 . (4).
The biology of stream algae, macrophytes and macroinvertebrates. Stream surveys involving habitat analysis and collection, identification and utilization of these organisms as measures of stream health versus degradation. Effects of habitat degradation and invasive species on the endangerment of endemic species in relation to stream reclamation and management.
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BIO 518 - Lectures in Histology and Organology.
Admission into the professional program in physical therapy; graduate standing; or consent of instructor. (3).
Microscopic structure and function of mammalian cells, tissues, and organs. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 418 .
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BIO 519 - Histology and Organology Laboratory.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , concurrent election of BIO 518 ; or consent of instructor. (2).
Identification of mammalian cells, tissues, and organs. Laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 419 .
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BIO 520 - Invertebrate Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Functional morphology and biology of the major groups of invertebrate animals. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 420 .
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BIO 521 - Mammalogy.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Study of the major groups of mammals; natural history, physiology, anatomy, and systematics of all living orders; North American mammals classified to family. Students are responsible for species identification from field and skull characters of most Michigan mammals. Labs in the field encompassing techniques commonly used in mammalogy; required trip to Detroit Zoo. Not open to students with credit for BIO 421 .
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BIO 523 - Wildlife Ecology and Management.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4).
Application of basic ecological knowledge to populations of animals and their plant and animal associates. Topics include dynamics of animal and plant populations and communities; management of animal populations (including introduced, game, non-game and endangered species) and ecosystems that support these populations; the need to balance the welfare of the managed populations with the needs of people. Lecture and discussion. Not open to students with credit for BIO 423 .
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BIO 524 - Wetlands Management.
Graduate standing, BIO 327 , and consent of instructor. (5).
Applied course in biology covering applications of concepts, methods and techniques relating to wetlands. Relationships among soils, topography, vegetation and land use; environmental analysis and design of wetland mitigation sites. Lecture, lab, field trips. Not open to students with credit for BIO 424 .
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BIO 526 - Wildlife Policy and Law.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 , RPL 312 , GEO 372 recommended. (3).
Policy sciences approach to wildlife issues, such as ecology, “native” and introduced species, ex situ and in situ conservation, wildlife and ethnoscience, wildlife use and trade. Local policies; roles of parks, zoos, gardens and arboreta; state, federal and international laws and conventions. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 426 .
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BIO 531 - Comparative Animal Physiology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (3).
Detailed comparative study of invertebrate and vertebrate physiology with special emphasis on environmental and energy interrelationships. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 431 .
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BIO 532 - Mammalian Physiology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Detailed study of organ and organ-system function in mammals; emphasis on human function. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 432 .
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BIO 534 - Human Anatomy.
Admission to the doctoral program in physical therapy, or graduate standing and consent of instructor. (6).
Detailed study of the gross structure of the human body. Laboratory involves cadaver dissection. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 434 . Also listed as PTP 510 .
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BIO 537 - Mycology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 . BIO 435 recommended. (4).
Introduction to the kingdom Fungi. Fungal physiology, growth, classification, and genetics. Role of fungi in the environment and their importance to man in causing some problems and solving others. Lab required for graduate credit.
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BIO 539 - Mycology Lecture.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 ; concurrent election of BIO 540 . (3).
Fungal physiology, growth, classification, and genetics. Role of fungi in the environment and their importance to man in causing some problems and solving others. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 439 .
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BIO 540 - Mycology Laboratory.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 . (1).
Identification of fungi; experiments in physiology, nutrition, symbioses. Laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 440 .
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BIO 541 - Renal Physiology.
Admission to the graduate program in anesthesia or consent of instructor. (1).
Detailed study of renal physiology as a foundation course for nurse anesthesia students. Lecture. Also listed as ANE 541 .
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BIO 542 - Endocrine Physiology.
Admission to the graduate program in anesthesia. (1).
Detailed study of the anatomy, physiology and major diseases of the endocrine system of the human. Assessment of function, description of major clinical manifestations and effects of the anesthetic process on the endocrine hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal and pancreas. Lecture. Also listed as ANE 542 .
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BIO 543 - Limnology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 327 ; consent of instructor. (5).
Interactions of biotic communities with their physical and chemical environments examined in both natural and polluted lakes and streams. Lecture, lab, field trips. Not open to students with credit for BIO 443 .
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BIO 544 - Neuroanatomy and Physiology.
Admission to the graduate program in anesthesia. (3).
Principles of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology as a foundation course for nurse anesthesia students. Lecture and laboratory. Also listed as ANE 544 .
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BIO 545 - Regional Anatomy.
Graduate standing; BIO 167 , BIO 168 ; or BIO 432 ; consent of instructor. (3).
Regional human anatomy with emphasis on neurovascular relationships of the head, neck, thoracic cavity and limbs. Designed to provide foundational regional anatomy for nurse anesthesia graduate students, but suitable for any graduate student interested in human anatomy. Lecture and laboratory; includes cadaver dissection. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to student with credit for BIO 434 , BIO 445 or BIO 534 . Also listed as ANE 533 .
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BIO 547 - Biomechanics of Exercise and Sports.
Graduate standing, BIO 167 or BIO 407 or BIO 434 or BIO 507 or BIO 534 , and PHY 143 ; or consent of instructor. (2).
Concepts and theories of biomechanics of exercise science, with emphasis on biomechanical form and techniques used in exercise and sports. Labs involve physical participation in functionally relevant activities with the goal of enhancing both safety and performance. Suitable for professionals working in the fitness and certain health careers (e.g., athletic trainers, physical therapists, sports medicine practitioners, physicians). Not open to students with credit for BIO 447 .
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BIO 550 - Parasitology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Study of the major groups of parasitic protists and animals, with particular emphasis on those infecting man and the higher vertebrates. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 450 .
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BIO 553 - Evolution and Adaptation.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 327 , BIO 328 . (4).
Fundamentals of plan and animal evolution. Genetics of populations, selection models, geographic variation, adaptation, population structure, mating systems, species concepts, and molecular evolution. Emphasis on evolutionary mechanisms in populations. Lecture, laboratory, and some Saturday field trips. Not open to students with credit for BIO 453 .
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BIO 560 - Conservation Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 . (4).
Examination of the principles underlying attempts to conserve biodiversity. Conservation values and ethics, global biodiversity, species conservation, community level conservation, and management and design of reserves. Lecture, laboratory and some Saturday field trips. Not open to students with credit for BIO 460 .
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BIO 562 - Molecular Biology of Plants.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; concurrent election of BIO 563 ; or consent of instructor BIO 464 recommended. (3).
Survey of the molecular biology of plants. Gene regulation in response to environmental conditions, coordinated regulation of nuclear and plasmid genes, transposons, control of plant development. Applications to agriculture and biotechnology, including the production and use of genetically modified crops. Lecture. Not open to students with credit for BIO 462 .
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BIO 563 - Molecular Biology of Plants Laboratory.
Graduate standing;BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; concurrent election of BIO 562 ; or consent of instructor. BIO 464 recommended. (1).
Cell and molecular biological techniques used to study gene expression in plants. May include isolation of chloroplasts, SDS-PAGE, PCR and various plant tissue culture techniques. Laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 463 . Offered infrequently.
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BIO 567 - Molecular Biology of Procaryotes.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; prior or concurrent enrollment in BIO 435 ; CHM 220 or CHM 330 ; consent of instructor. (4).
Survey of the molecular biology of procaryotic organisms. DNA replication, DNA repair and recombination, and mechanisms regulating gene expression at the transcriptional and post-transcriptional levels; the interaction of these processes in complex phenomena such as ribosome biosynthesis, cell division, and sporulation. Lecture and laboratory; laboratory focus on recombinant DNA methodologies. Not open to students with credit for BIO 467 .
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BIO 568 - Molecular Biology of Eucaryotes.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 328 , BIO 435 ; CHM 220 or CHM 330 ; consent of instructor. (4).
Survey of the molecular biology of eucaryotic organisms. DNA replication, DNA repair and recombination, DNA rearrangements, and mechanisms regulating gene expression; the interaction of these processes in complex phenomena such as single transduction, cell cycle control, cell differentiation, and cancer. Laboratory includes mammalian cell culture and expression of cloned genes in mammalian cells. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 468 .
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BIO 572 - Topics in Medical Genetics.
Graduate standing, BIO 326 , BIO 328 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Basic medical genetic concepts and the role of genes in human disease processes and susceptibilities. Students learn to appreciate the high incidence and broad spectrum of human genetic diseases, learn the technique and grasp the importance of taking a family history, and understand procedures and tools used for diagnosing genetic diseases.
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BIO 580 - Field Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; consent of instructor. (5).
Studies of individuals, populations and communities of the Great Lakes area with emphasis on field identification of vascular plants, amphibians, reptiles and birds. Organismal adaptations, habitat preferences, behavior, life history and biotic interactions; introduction to the biology/ecology of amphibians and reptiles. Classes consist of day-long field trips, one evening field experience and a term-ending week-long field excursion to Michigan’s upper peninsula. Not open to students with credit for BIO 480 .
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BIO 581 - Field Studies in Biology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 327 ; consent of instructor. (4).
Lectures on, and individual study of, the flora, fauna, and geology of a selected area of the country, culminating in a field trip to that region. Each student is given a special problem to investigate. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 481 .
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BIO 583 - Special Topics.
Graduate standing; consent of instructor. (1-4).
In-depth examination of selected topics of special interest to biologists. Course content, format and prerequisites vary with the topic presented. Additional work required.
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BIO 584 - Biology of Birds.
Graduate standing; consent of instructor. (5).
Introduction to ornithology with emphasis on field identification of the birds of southern Michigan. Field trips to a variety of habitats in the region. Laboaratory study of morphology; additional identification using 35 mm slides and recorded bird songs. Lectures and readings on aspects of the anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology and behavior of birds. Not open to students with credit for BIO 484 .
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BIO 585 - Pathology.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 326 , BIO 432 . (3).
Human structural and functional disorders, mechanisms by which they arise, and systemic effects. Not open to students with credit for BIO 485 .
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BIO 588 - Systematic Botany.
Graduate standing; BIO 111 , BIO 113 , BIO 327 ; or consent of instructor. (4).
Identification, classification and phylogeny of vascular plants. Nomenclature, principles of systemics, contemporary methods, sources of systematic evidence, collection techniques, and historical review of plant classification systems. Field trips. Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 488 .
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BIO 596 - Seminar.
Admission to the graduate program in biology. (1).
Presentations by UM-Flint or visiting faculty and by graduate students on proposed, ongoing, or completed research. Presentations may be focused on a limited area of biological science. Lecture and discussion.
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BIO 597 - Non-Thesis Research.
Admission to the graduate program in biology; consent of instructor. (1-2).
Independent study for graduate students in Plan B option (2 credits required). Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 598 - Graduate Thesis.
Admission to the graduate program in biology; consent of instructor. (1).
Independent study for graduate students in Plan A option (6 credits required). Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BIO 599 - Thesis Research.
Admission to the graduate program in biology, consent of instructor. (1-5).
Independent study for graduate students in Plan A option (5 credits required). Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BUS 110 - Business Concepts and Careers.
(Formerly 105). (3).
Comprehensive overview of basic business concepts and business protocol. Foundations of general business managements, human resources management, operations management, marketing, accounting, finance and their interdependent nature. Job search techniques, writing resumes, job interviewing, establishing interpersonal relationships. Introduction to UM-F services including the library, Academic Advising and Career Center, computer labs and services, Recreation Center and Student Services.
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BUS 115 - Introduction to Business Applications.
(3) T.
Focus on development of skills in the use of business technology, including spreadsheets, database management and presentation software; financial computing; web-based business data sources and their ethical use.
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BUS 181 - Fundamentals of Information Systems.
CSC 121 . (3).
Introduction to basic IS concepts; focus on use, design and management of information technology to support effective decision making. Topics include basic hardware and software concepts, telecommunications, business process, IS development, application tools, use of the Internet, and programming, and social issues around the use of IT. Hands-on approach; assignments drawn from applications in business contexts.
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BUS 201 - Principles of Financial Accounting.
MTH 111 , at least sophomore standing. (3).
Introduction to the utilization of an accounting system to generate financial statements. Emphasis on interpreting and using the information reported in the financial statements to understand and evaluate the financial results and position of an entity. Foundation course for students planning to do further work in accounting; survey course for others.
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BUS 202 - Principles of Managerial Accounting.
BUS 201 , at least sophomore standing. (3).
Analysis of accounting information used internally by nonprofit as well as profit oriented management to aid in planning, controlling, and decision making.
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BUS 211 - Business Statistics.
BUS 115 ; MTH 118 or MTH 121 . (3) FQ.
Elementary principles and techniques for analyzing numerical data. Central tendency, dispersion, correlation, inference from random samples, and graphical presentations. Laboratory problems based on business and economic data. Students in this course may not also receive credit for a course in general statistics.
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BUS 250 - Contemporary Legal Issues for Business.
(3).
Legal environment of business and principles of law involved in contracts and agency.
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BUS 269 - Personal Finance.
(Formerly 369). ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3) FQ.
Major financial decisions faced by individuals. Housing and home financing, insurance, retirement, and death planning. Introduction to various personal computer software packages.
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BUS 294 - Academic Service Learning in Business
At least sophomore standing. (1).
Hands-on real-world problem solving by students as active community members and citizens. Supervised by faculty and coordinated by SOM Students Services Coordinator, students apply learned skills such as creativity and innovation, team-working, communication, business etiquette and consulting in work for area not-for-profit organizations on a variety of community issues. At least 40 hours of work required. Graded Pass/Fail/Y.
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BUS 313 - Introduction to Management Science.
BUS 115 or BUS 181 ; BUS 211 . (3).
Quantitative approaches to management decision making. Decision theory, inventory and production models, linear programming, dual problem, sensitivity analysis, game theory, queuing, simulation, dynamic programming, Markov processes, PERT/CPM. Use of computer packages.
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BUS 316 - Business Conditions Analysis.
BUS 115 or BUS 181 ; , , , ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3).
Causal factors at work in the cyclical process; time series and index numbers. National and regional data sources. Techniques of forecasting; applications to business conditions, prices and sales.
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BUS 320 - Cost Accounting.
BUS 115 or BUS 181 ; BUS 201 , BUS 202 ; at least junior standing. (3).
Collecting, analyzing and controlling cost of manufacturing a product or rendering a service. Particular emphasis on cost accounting systems, allocations, and providing different costs for different purposes in helping shape business strategy.
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BUS 321 - Intermediate Accounting I.
BUS 115 or BUS 181 ; BUS 201 , BUS 202 ; at least junior standing. (3).
Introduction of accounting theory and focus on problems associated with acquisition, maintenance, depreciation and replacement of assets. Also includes income statement, balance sheet, current assets, investments, plant assets, and natural resources.
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BUS 322 - Intermediate Accounting II.
BUS 321 . (3).
Continues with accounting theory and practice. Intangible assets, long-term investments, long-term debt, stockholders’ equity, pension plans, leases, income taxes, changes in financial position, analysis of statements, and current accounting issues are covered.
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BUS 323 - Federal Income Taxation.
, , ; at least junior standing. (3).
Basic concepts (applicable to all taxpayers) of tax management, exempt incomes, deductions, cost recovery, tax accounting methods, credits, property transactions, tax research and planning. Introduction to income taxation of corporations.
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BUS 324 - Fundamentals of Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting.
BUS 201 , BUS 202 ; at least junior standing. (2).
Accounting cycle; governmental accounting; budget process; principles of fund accounting; accounting for educational institutions, health care and welfare organizations; use of accounting data.
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BUS 325 - Income Tax Preparation.
BUS 201 , BUS 202 . (3).
Preparation to participate in the volunteer income tax assistance (VITA) program. Training in tax return preparation, and interpersonal and computer skills. Preparation of income tax returns.
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BUS 330 - Marketing Management.
ECN 202 . (3).
Introduction to marketing from managerial viewpoint. Markets; consumer behavior; product policies; pricing strategy; wholesaling, retailing, and channels of distribution; promotional strategies, personal selling, sales management, advertising, and sales promotion; related topics.
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BUS 332 - Marketing Research.
BUS 115 or BUS 181 ; BUS 211 or equivalent, BUS 330 . (3).
Methods of determining organizational requirements for information, and for reducing available data to develop needed additional information. Use of computer to perform hands-on data analysis required. A project-based component will be used to understand the application of concepts.
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BUS 336 - Integrated Marketing Communications.
BUS 338 . (3).
Introduction to communications tools used by marketers, including: advertising, personal selling, promotions, public relations, direct marketing, and alternative marketing channels. Formulation and analysis of promotional goals; planning, organizing, and controlling the promotion function; creative planning; budgeting and media selection; the role of IMC in the overall marketing process and in creating and maintaining a brand.
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BUS 338 - Consumer Behavior.
BUS 211 or equivalent; prior or concurrent election of BUS 330 ; a course in psychology. (3).
Study of macro and micro consumer behavior. Emphasis on basic determinants of how and why consumers purchase needed products and services. Analysis of current consumer movement and of consumer buying problems.
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BUS 340 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship.
(Formerly 241). At least junior standing. (3).
Broad overview of the entrepreneurial process with emphasis on starting a new business. Entrepreneurial thinking and self evaluation of personal prospects for entrepreneurship; different paths to starting a business; risks and rewards of becoming an entrepreneur.
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BUS 341 - Human Behavior in Organizations.
A course in sociology or psychology; at least junior standing. (3).
Application of basic behavioral science concepts and research to management of organizations. Emphasis on determinants and consequences of individual behavior, interpersonal communications, group and intergroup behavior, as they influence effectiveness of management.
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BUS 344 - Human Resource Management.
BUS 211 or PSY 322 or SOC 215 , prior or concurrent election of BUS 341 , at least junior standing. (3).
Organization, training, motivation, and direction of employees. Designed to be helpful to any student who may be called upon to supervise work of others.
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BUS 346 - Contemporary Labor-Management Issues.
BUS 341 , at least junior standing. (3).
Economic, social and legal problems in negotiating the collective bargaining agreement. Detailed consideration of issues of collective bargaining and administration of the contract through grievance procedures and arbitration. Basic exploration of compensation planning and administration.
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BUS 347 - Managing Projects and Teams.
BUS 341 , at least junior standing. (3).
Examination of the creation, management, and impact of teams in the contemporary work world. Different types of teams, with emphasis on problem-solving teams (e.g., process improvement teams, re-engineering teams, special project teams). Issues of selection, role assignment, team facilitation, group dynamics, conflict and empowerment. Project management issues such as planning and controlling large-scale projects .
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BUS 349 - Innovation Management.
ECN 202 , BUS 341 ; at least junior standing. (3).
Examination of challenges and opportunities technological innovation brings to businesses and their management. Industry dynamics of technological innovation; formulation and implementation of technology strategy within the business strategy process.
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BUS 358 - Business and Government.
ECN 201 , ECN 202 ; at least junior standing. (3).
Relationships between business and government. Maintaining competition by antitrust laws, policies toward labor and agriculture, public regulation, public ownership, protecting consumers and investors, conservation, and moderating competition.
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BUS 359 - Business and Society.
BUS 250 , ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3).
Business-related problems in such areas as ethics, social responsibilities, pollution, crime, urban crisis, discrimination, education and politics.
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BUS 361 - Financial Management.
BUS 201 , BUS 211 , or MTH 375 ; ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3).
Basic presentation of instruments of managerial finance, legal nature of the corporation, technical features of stocks and bonds, and principles of capitalization. Analysis of policy problems involved in financing business corporations, management of working capital, surplus and dividend determination, business combinations, and business reorganizations. International aspects.
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BUS 363 - Investments.
BUS 361 . (3).
Types and distinguishing features of securities available to today’s investor. Overview of the institutional framework which affects security trading. Concepts of efficient and inefficient market theories. Computer application of valuation and rates of return.
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BUS 365 - Portfolio Theory and Security Analysis.
BUS 313 , BUS 363 . (3).
Emphasis on linear programming as a tool for constructing optimal portfolios and the Capital Asset Pricing Model for analyzing price changes of securities. Review of empirical literature and applications; examination of computer applications.
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BUS 371 - Operations Management.
BUS 313 . (3).
Management of operations, including design of product or service; process selection; facility location and layout; job design and work measurement; learning models; forecasting, scheduling, inventory and quality control; project management; operating information systems. Case studies.
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BUS 373 - Operations Management for Service.
BUS 313 . (3).
Management of service operations; forecasting, routing, service facility design and layout; service quality; queuing theory; capacity planning; data envelopment analysis; yield management. Case studies used to enhance the real world application of the methodologies discussed.
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BUS 381 - Management Information Systems.
BUS 115 or BUS 181 ; or both CSC 151 /CIS 151 , CSC 152 /CIS 152 ; BUS 313 ; at least junior standing. (3).
Introduction to use of computers and computer-based information systems in operation, management, and decision making functions. Management information systems, model-based decision support systems, fundamentals of computer equipment and software, data structure and data bases, systems analysis and design, data communication systems. Extensive use of cases.
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BUS 385 - International Business.
BUS 201 , BUS 250 , ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3).
Exploration of the opportunities, difficulties, and risks inherent in conducting international business, which differs from domestic business due to cultural differences, political conflicts with foreign governments, foreign governmental restrictions on trade and investment, foreign economic and market conditions, foreign exchange, marketing issues, and strategic considerations. Trade and foreign investment patterns around the world; regional and cooperative agreements among countries that may affect a firm’s ability to conduct business in particular regions of the world.
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BUS 391 - Directed Research in Business.
At least junior standing, consent of instructor. (1-3).
Independent study elected in management science, accounting, marketing, organizational behavior or industrial relations, business environment, finance, operations management, international business, or general business administration. Research project, jointly designed by the student and an appropriate instructor and submitted in writing; approval required before registration. Supervised by the instructor until completion. Only larger projects are approved for two or three hours of credit. A maximum of three hours of directed research in business can be used to meet graduation requirements. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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BUS 394 - Business Internship Experience.
At least junior standing, consent of instructor. (1 or 3).
Business Internship Program job assignment, planned by student, supervisor, and Coordinator, Business Internship Program. Duties will relate to student’s academic program. May be repeated once for credit. Graded Pass/Fail/Y.
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BUS 413 - Statistical Methods and Business Applications.
BUS 313 , ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3).
General multivariate techniques such as multiple regression, multivariate analysis of variance, factor analysis, discriminant analysis, principal components; business research methods such as sample survey, questionnaire construction and analysis. May include time series forecasting and/or statistical quality control.
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BUS 421 - Accounting Information Systems.
BUS 201 , BUS 202 , BUS 381 . (3).
Technology and methods underlying financial record keeping systems; flow charting of financial and cost data movements; attention to accounting applications of computing systems and computer-assisted decision models. Designing and implementing databases for financial and managerial decision making purposes. Extensive use of cases.
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BUS 422 - Federal Income Taxation-Advanced Topics.
BUS 323 . (3).
Advanced federal income tax concepts, related to corporations, shareholders, “S” corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates.
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BUS 424 - Auditing.
BUS 211 , BUS 320 ; prior or concurrent election of BUS 322 , BUS 421 ; senior standing. (3).
Financial and operational auditing theory, objectives, and procedures required for careers in public, managerial, and governmental accounting. Auditing procedures and standards, internal control, statistical sampling, audit of electronic data processing systems, audit reports, professional ethics, and auditor’s legal and societal environment.
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BUS 425 - Advanced Accounting.
BUS 322 . (3).
Accounting for business combinations and consolidated statements, partnerships, installment sales, segment and interim reporting, and other topics.
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BUS 430 - Services Marketing.
BUS 115 or BUS 181 ; BUS 211 or equivalent, BUS 330 , ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3).
Strategies involved in marketing of services. External environmental and internal control factors as applied to professional, financial, educational, entertainment, health care, governmental, religious, non-profit, and other organizations, institutions and agencies. Includes a project-based component used to understand application of concepts.
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BUS 432 - International Marketing.
BUS 115 or BUS 181 ; BUS 211 or equivalent, BUS 330 , ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3).
International marketing and its role in multinational firms. Appraising international marketing opportunity; product, price, promotion and distribution policies; analysis of the foreign marketing environment. Includes a project-based component used to understand application of concepts.
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BUS 434 - Advanced Advertising Planning and Management.
BUS 330 . (3).
Provides framework for understanding strategic media planning. Issues in developing media objectives: target audience, seasonality, geography, planning performance, scheduling; media effectiveness measurement and analysis; knowledge of planning parameters: reach and frequency; and using these in strategy plans. Gives insights on budgeting and writing media plans. Includes project-based component used to understand the application of concepts.
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BUS 435 - Product Management.
BUS 332 , ECN 201 , ECN 202 . (3).
Nature of new product innovations and their importance to the firm. Development processes with organizational methods for achieving new product success.
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BUS 438 - Marketing Strategy.
BUS 332 , BUS 338 , a marketing elective, ECN 202 . (3).
Application of marketing theory to contemporary marketing problems. Develops student’s ability to integrate all major areas of marketing. Students work in groups with local organizations with specific marketing concerns. Includes project-based component used to understand the application of concepts.
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BUS 440 - Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation.
BUS 330 , BUS 361 . (3).
Emphasis on the process of creating and starting new ventures. Designed to help students recognize and evaluate the feasibility of potential business opportunities. Planning processes are discussed to increase potential new business ventures. Case studies used to illustrate concepts.
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BUS 442 - International Management.
BUS 385 . (3).
Integration and extension of previous course work to study of management to issues affecting individuals and businesses operating across national boundaries. The global manager’s environment, the cultural context of global management, formulation and implementation of strategy for international and global operations, global human resources management, and other management issues involved in an international context. Focus on problems faced by organizations attempting to conduct business across borders.
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BUS 443 - Developing Communication Skills.
COM 338 /ENG 338 , senior standing. (3).
Experiential focus on developing skills necessary for effective management. Self-presentation, interpersonal influence, counseling, feedback and performance appraisal, process observation, bargaining and negotiating.
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BUS 445 - Human Resource Development.
BUS 341 , BUS 344 ; senior standing. (3).
Approaches and practices to select, train and compensate employees to ensure organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction. Topics include recruitment methods and tools including measurement of validity and reliability, staffing tools such as the employment interview and training systems (e.g., needs analysis, development, and evaluation) as well as compensation systems that attract, retain, and motivate good employees. Lecture, discussion and project management format.
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BUS 449 - Issues in Leadership and Change Management.
BUS 341 , senior standing. (3).
Examination of contemporary developments and trends (hot topics) that affect organizational behavior and human resource management and the exploration of how to effect organization-wide change. Projects include in-depth interview with practicing human resource manager, in-basket exercise, challenge team building. Capstone course for the OB/HRM concentration.
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BUS 461 - Financial Management Application and Strategy.
BUS 361 . (3).
Linking facts, theory, and systematic implementation through study of actual decision situations, financial problems, and business scenarios. Stress on working capital planning and management, capital structure analysis and planning, capital budgeting, and episodic financial decision; computer solutions.
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