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2016-2017 Governors State University Academic Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Governors State University Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Information Technology

  
  • IT - 4541 Information Security and Assurance II (3)


    Focuses on the principles, theory and terminology of Information Assurance. Students will study the principles of vulnerabilities, risk management, countermeasures, operational security and disaster planning. The course will also introduce common threats, tools, and practices used by hackers to attach an organization’s information infrastructure. Special emphasis is placed on the use and understanding of scanning and exploit tools. Prerequisite: take IT-4540 .
  
  • IT - 4560 Introduction to Virtualization (3)


    Focuses on both the theory and practice of virtualization techniques. Topics include basic virtualization concepts, virtualization technique comparison, desktop virtualization, server virtualization, network virtualization, storage virtualization, security issues in virtualization, virtualization products, and designing and managing virtual infrastructures. Prerequisite: take CPSC-4535 .
  
  • IT - 4561 Introduction to Cloud Computing (3)


    Focuses on both the theory and practice of cloud computing technologies. Topics include basic cloud computing concepts, comparison between cloud computing and other related technologies, service model classification, Software as a Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), management in cloud computing, security issues in cloud computing, and cloud computing applications. Prerequisite: take CPSC-4535 .
  
  • IT - 4562 Special Topics in Virtualization and Cloud Computing (3)


    Focuses on special topics in virtualization and cloud computing, such as mobile virtualization, mobile cloud computing, security and privacy issues in virtualization and cloud computing, performance and quality of service, interoperability, and standardization. Prerequisite: take CPSC-4535 .
  
  • IT - 4810 Information Technology Senior Seminar/Project (3)


    Provides the Information Technology student with the opportunity to synthesize work by developing and completing a project specific to the student’s interests in information technology.

Japanese

  
  • JAPN - 3350 Japanese Language and Culture I (3)


    This course is designed to help students improve basic Japanese language skills and obtain general information of Japan. Students will handle and perform daily conversation in Japanese, acquire the abilities to read and write two basic Japanese characters, HIRAGANA and KATAKANA (and some KANJI) and learn introductory grammar. Topics about Japanese culture will be presented and discussed to understand Japan, Japanese people, and the language. Equivalent to JAPN-435.
  
  • JAPN - 3351 Japanese Language and Culture II (3)


    This course is designed for students who have basic four skills of Japanese Language (speaking, writing, reading, and listening). Students will improve their conversational skills and learn more grammar, and expand their basic knowledge of Kanji, vocabulary and idioms. Students also have opportunities to learn about Japanese history, culture, political system, and economy. Equivalent to JAPN-436. Prerequisite: take JAPN-3350 .
  
  • JAPN - 4350 Japanese Language and Culture III (3)


    This course is designed to improve students’ command of Japanese in writing, speaking, reading, and understanding. Students also have opportunities not only to learn and discuss Japanese culture, customs, thinking and politics, but also to achieve mutual respect among people in the United States and Japan. Equivalent to JAPN-437. Prerequisite: take JAPN-3351 .

Liberal Arts and Sciences

  
  • LAS - 4100 Investigations in the Social Sciences (3)


    Examines the major debates over the dominant paradigms that guide the various social research disciplines, (e.g., history, sociology, political science, and economics). In particular, the status of social knowledge, theories of “human nature,” the social basis of collective action, the role of the state, and the sources of social diversity and historical change will be considered. Equivalent to LAS-410.
  
  • LAS - 4125 Investigations in Scientific Thought (3)


    Examines the development of scientific concepts from the ancient Greeks to the present, focusing on how scientists think and work-their thought processes, their approaches to problem-solving, the roles of conjecture and intuition, and the role of serendipity. Contributions of individual scientists and schools of scientific thought are critically evaluated, and the importance of science in contemporary society is assessed. Equivalent to LAS-430.
  
  • LAS - 4127 Investigations in Mathematical Thought (3)


    Examines the development of mathematical concepts from the ancient Greeks to the present. Contributions of individual mathematicians and schools of mathematical thought are critically evaluated, and the importance of mathematics in modern culture is appraised. Equivalent to LAS-440.
  
  • LAS - 4200 Investigations in the Humanities (3)


    Examines investigatory procedures and explanatory logic used in treating art, literature, and music. Emphasis will be placed on specific artists, composers, and literary figures with reference to the creative process. Equivalent to LAS-420.

Leadership

  
  • LEAD - 9101 Research Literature, Data Analysis, and Decision Making (3)


    Provides doctoral students with guidance in the design of scientific method, data collection, data analysis strategies, and alternative designs for research questions and culminating projects. Emphasizes both quantitative and qualitative approaches to public inquiry and problem solving. Prerequisite: take LEAD-9102 .
  
  • LEAD - 9102 Theory and Ethics of Leadership (3)


    Examines the historical and contemporary development of leadership theory and research, covering leadership in public (government and quasi-governmental) and private organizations, in Western and on-Western cultures. Topics include ethical practices, leaders behaviors, situational approaches to leadership, followership, teams and boards, diversity, power, communication, global leadership, change management, and leadership development.
  
  • LEAD - 9103 Finance and External Funding (3)


    Addresses issues of financial management at the federal, state, and local government levels. Topics include federal, state, and local tax policy; not-for-profit finance; educational institutions finance; privatization; economic development; debt management; and the roles of rating agencies, investment bankers, and investors. Emphasis is placed on identifying program/community needs, locating funding sources and programs, and developing the skills necessary to develop a successful funding proposal.
  
  • LEAD - 9104 Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Sustainability (3)


    Focuses on the concepts of results-based strategic planning, critical inquiry, new assessment paradigms, collaboration, and sustainability. The content will include authentic assessments of learning and processes, and broadening the base of responsibility for processes and results (outcomes). New knowledge about and use of information systems, integrating technology and high performance learning expectations, and the Chief Academic Officer’s role in the process will be addressed.
  
  • LEAD - 9105 Communicating Strategies for Effective Organizations (3)


    Addresses the principles, knowledge, and skills related to effective interpersonal and public relations in educational, not-for-profit, and public safety organizations. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and practices; interaction with media venues: uses of technology; the social ecology of organizations; conflict and crisis management; community relations; strategic marketing and legal and ethical considerations.
  
  • LEAD - 9106 Change, Diversity, and Global Issues (3)


    Applies theory to the practice of leadership within societies and organizations as they face the adaptive challenges of a changing global world. The course clarifies the relationship among key concepts-leadership, management, authority, power, influence, change, and diversity-to provide students with a practical, coherent, and clear theoretical understanding of contemporary and emergent forms of leadership.
  
  • LEAD - 9991 Capstone Seminar (3)


    Addresses finalizing areas of interest for the applied research project, conducting a site assessment, preparing a prospectus, conducting a literature review, developing an IRB application, and preparing an oral defense of the Capstone proposal. Provides collaborative support, while also addressing supplemental topics such as preparing for the culminating project defense, submitting conference presentation proposals, writing grants, and manuscripts for publication, developing a curriculum vitae and job searching. Prerequisites: Completion of 48 hours of doctoral coursework and content area (qualifying exam); also for superintendent strand, successful completion of the ILTS Content Area exam before beginning seminar. Graduate students in the Interdisciplinary Leadership Ed.D. Program may also be granted permission to enroll in the Capstone Seminar with approval from the Division Chair and College Dean.
  
  • LEAD - 9997 Directed Scholarship: Interdisciplinary (1)


    This course is designed for students continuing active enrollment in their doctoral program while completing degree requirements. Must have received a grade of “CR” in a designated capstone to enroll. Course is repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: Take LEAD 9999  
  
  • LEAD - 9998 Capstone Internship I (3)


    Enables the candidate to demonstrate mastery of competencies required of a leader. These experiences are designed for graduate students in all four strands: Non-Profit/Social Entrepreneurial; Public Safety/Criminal Justice; Higher Education Administration; and Superintendent, and will occur within diverse academic, economic, social, and cultural settings to provide the candidate with opportunities to lead activities which impact various members of organizational, school and/or district settings. Candidate hours of required field work will be determined by the scope of the Capstone Project, as determined by his/her Capstone Committee, including a Capstone Internship I Site Supervisor. Prerequisites: (1) Completion of 48 hours of doctoral coursework; (2) completion of Capstone Seminar; (3) pass both the written and oral qualifying exams, and (4) for superintendent strand, successful completion of the ILTS Content Area exam before beginning capstone.
  
  • LEAD - 9999 Capstone Internship II (3)


    Completion of Capstone Internship II enables the candidate to demonstrate mastery of competencies required of a leader. These experiences are designed for graduate students in all four strands: Non-Profit/Social Entrepreneurial; Public Safety/Criminal Justice; Higher Education Administration; and Superintendent, and will occur within diverse academic, economic, social, and cultural settings to provide the candidate with opportunities to lead activities which impact various members of organizational, school and/or district settings. Candidate hours of required field work will be determined by the scope of the Capstone Project, as determined by his/her Capstone Committee, including a Capstone Internship II Site Supervisor. Prerequisites: (1) Completion of 48 hours of doctoral coursework; (2) completion of Capstone Seminar; (3) pass both the written and oral qualifying exams, and (4) for superintendent strand, successful completion of the ILTS Content Area exam before beginning capstone.

Management

  
  • BUS - 2200 Quantitative Methods in Business and Economics (1)


    Introduces quantitative tools necessary for business problem solving and analysis in advanced coursework such as Managerial Economics, Operations Management, Finance, and Marketing. Prerequisites: MATH - 2109 Finite Mathematics (3)  or equivalent.
  
  • BUS - 3200 Business Communications (3)


    Presents a comprehensive treatment of basic principles of verbal and nonverbal business communications, including business letters, memoranda, reports, oral communication, and technical report writing. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Prerequisites: None
  
  • BUS - 3700 Business Statistics (3)


    Covers bivariate distributions, test of hypothesis, analysis of variance, regression, linear models, correlation, nonparametric statistics, and chi-square tests. Uses extensively statistical computer package in the analysis of data and application of statistical tests as they apply in business situations. Equivalent to STAT-3700 and STAT 362 Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Prerequisites: MATH - 2100 Elementary Statistics (3)  and MIS-2101 Basics of Information Technology (3).
  
  • CE - MBA7101 Professional Development Seminar I (0)


    Introduces professional skills for MBA students. Acquisition of these skills through active participation in the course will enhance students’ marketability and success.
  
  • CE - MBA7102 Professional Development Seminar II (0)


    Develops advanced professional skills for MBA students. Acquisition of these skills through active participation in the course will enhance students’ marketability and success.
  
  • MGMT - 1100 Essential Business Skills (3)


    Introduces non-business majors to fundamental business knowledge and skills for professionals in all disciplines. Topics include work-related interpersonal competencies, financial knowledge, project management, professional ethics, and marketing strategies and tactics. Emphasis is placed on the development of practical business skills that are transferrable to many different contexts and professions.
  
  • MGMT - 2000 Special Topics in Basic Management (1-3)


    Special topics course exploring basic issues in management.
  
  • MGMT - 2001 Special Topics: Business in the Movies (1-3)


    Using descriptions from various films this course explores how popular culture has portrayed a specific business Issue, i.e. finance, management, ethics, the social responsibility of business, culture, etc… Provides general education credit towards the social and behavioral sciences.
  
  • MGMT - 2100 Principles of Business Management (3)


    Introduces students to the wonderful world of productive and ethical businesses by surveying behavioral and management science. Reviews the basic business core functions and the fundamental management functions (planning, organizing, directing, and controlling) in today’s environment of constantly changing conditions. Studies the impact of organizations upon stakeholders and the impact of stakeholders upon organizations. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Prerequisites: None.
  
  • MGMT - 3000 Special Topics in Management (1-3)


    Special topics course exploring issues of management.
  
  • MGMT - 3099 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility (3)


    Introduces moral principles and their applications to current issues in business. This course provides students the tools, concepts, and frameworks needed to make ethical decisions. Selected contemporary ethical issues in business are also explored. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Equivalent to MGMT-3210. Prerequisite: take MGMT 2100  .
  
  • MGMT - 3300 Human Resource Management (3)


    Acquaints the student with concepts and techniques of the human resource management process. Emphasizes ways to increase organizational group and personal effectiveness, as well as enhancing the quality of organizational life and using the human resources available. Equivalent to MGMT-320. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 3400 Production and Operations Management (3)


    Introduces operations management, including examples from both manufacturing and services. Topics covered include product and service design, process design, forecasting, inventory management, scheduling, and logistics, with particular emphasis given to quality management and process improvement. Equivalent to MGMT-340. Prerequisites: take MGMT-2100 , MATH-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 3500 Organizational Behavior (3)


    Analyzes the behavior of people in organizations. Discusses organizational motivation, leadership, group behavior, communication, and decision-making. This is an extension and intensification of the behavioral portion of MGMT 2100. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Equivalent to MGMT-401. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 4300 Labor Relations (3)


    Introduces the study of management-union relations and the problems that arise for the enterprise in the managing of the union relationship as part of the human resource management function. Considers the structure, aims, and objectives of the union institution; the manner in which management deals with unions, management structure, and objectives in collective bargaining; the resolution of management-union disputes; and government regulation of collective bargaining. Equivalent to MGMT-421. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 4310 Compensation and Incentive Systems (3)


    Deals with a wide range of pay theories together with certain precise methods of building compensation scales. Introduces the pay survey and requires development of an individual project. Considers problems of compensation and fringe benefits in times of high inflation. Equivalent to MGMT-423. Prerequisite: take MGMT-3300 .
  
  • MGMT - 4320 Labor Markets (3)


    Analysis of labor force, labor supply, wages, and unemployment in terms of labor marketing experience and current theories. Appraisal of effects of unions and government policies on the economic position of labor. Equivalent to MGMT-425. Prerequisites: take ECON-2301 , ECON-2302 .
  
  • MGMT - 4330 Human Resource Training and Management Development (3)


    Reviews the various internal and external sources and techniques of training the work force and provides the opportunity for students to develop and implement at least one training product. Equivalent to MGMT-426. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100.
  
  • MGMT - 4340 Organizational Staffing (3)


    Provides an overview of the processes by which organizations staff positions with both external and internal applicants. Administrative, legal, and scientific perspectives on staffing functions are explored. Topics include staffing strategy and planning, equal employment opportunity, job/competency analysis, recruitment, a variety of selection practices, and turnover/retention. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Prerequisite: Take MGMT - 3300 Human Resource Management (3) .
  
  • MGMT - 4350 Performance Management (3)


    Provides an overview of the processes by which organizations manage the performance of employees. Practical and scientific perspectives on performance management are explored. Topics include methods of performance measurement, team performance, multi-source feedback, progressive discipline, and pay for performance Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Prerequisite: MGMT - 3300 Human Resource Management (3)  
  
  • MGMT - 4400 Supply Chain Management (3)


    Considers the entire supply chain, covering both materials management (inbound) and physical distribution (outbound). Discusses the relationship management needed to build an effective supply chain. Emphasizes the strategic potential of logistics to attract and hold on to customers. Covers the five major costs of logistics (inventory, storage, packaging, transportation, and information) and the trade-offs involved in managing these costs. Equivalent to MGMT-442. Prerequisite: take MGMT-3400.
  
  • MGMT - 4410 Quality Management (3)


    Covers a mixture of technical and behavioral topics to prepare future managers to evaluate and improve the quality of business processes. Technical topics include statistical process control, process capability, Taguchi methods, ISO standards, and a variety of process improvement tools. Behavioral topics include employee empowerment, team-building, labor relations, and change management. Equivalent to MGMT-432. Prerequisites: take MGMT-2100  , MATH 2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 4420 Production and Inventory Control Systems (3)


    Considers the concepts and methods for planning, scheduling, and controlling manufacturing operations. Includes machine loading, applications for short-run production, and continuous production. Studies tooling, equipment, and production of manufactured and processed products. Presents applications of the management science method, including forecasting demand, scheduling production, controlling inventories, linear programming, waiting line, simulation, and statistical techniques for controlling production. Equivalent to MGMT-443. Prerequisite: take MGMT-3400 .
  
  • MGMT - 4430 Service Operations Management (3)


    Covers the principles of operations management as applied in a service setting. Topics covered include service process design, capacity management, employee scheduling, customer service, productivity and quality improvement, and operations strategy. Various management science methods, including linear programming and queuing models will be applied to the service environment. Equivalent to MGMT-444. Prerequisite: take MGMT-3400 .
  
  • MGMT - 4440 Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Techniques (3)


    Focuses on both Advanced Lean Techniques and Six Sigma “Green Belt” methodologies. Integrates theories of business and statistics, with the goal of achieving tangible results through the elimination of waste and improved quality. Includes project planning and various statistical tools to equip students to be Green Belt certified and become a practitioner of Lean Six Sigma at their organization. Prerequisite: take MATH-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 4470 Seminar in Production and Operations Management (3)


    Focuses attention on the application of quantitative analysis, systems analysis, and other dynamic techniques to current operations problems. Readings, problems, classroom discussions, and group participation are required of all students. Individualized projects are possible that will be presented and evaluated in group sessions. Open to seniors only. Equivalent to MGMT-445. Prerequisite: take MGMT-3400 .
  
  • MGMT - 4540 Seminar in Production and Operations Management (3)


    Designed as the capstone course for the B.S. in Applied Management, this course provides an integrated, strategic view of management and technology. Students will leverage prior learning experiences in technology and relate it to the learning from various management courses. Addresses the contemporary challenges general managers face today including globalization, technology induced innovation, and sustainable development. Equivalent to MGMT-465.
  
  
  • MGMT - 4570 Behavioral Research in Business (3)


    Designed to assist students who have had only a limited background in research and statistics. Emphasizes the language of research and the practical application of research designs to business. Equivalent to MGMT-422. Prerequisite: take MATH-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 4600 Globalization of Business (3)


    Presents an introduction and overview of the economic, social, and political aspects of international/multinational business theory and practice. Provides a foundation for students who wish to acquire greater knowledge and expertise in this rapidly expanding field. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Equivalent to MGMT-410. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 4610 International Business Strategy and Technology Management (3)


    Management of financial, human, operations resources, and technological innovation in international contexts. Focuses on the design and implementation of corporate strategies and performance measurement. Equivalent to MGMT-455. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 4800 Independent Study (1-4)


    Independent study is intended to provide better students the opportunity to study a topic of their choice in management under professional supervision. Only students prepared to devote considerable time and effort should undertake an independent study. Students contemplating an independent study should first choose a definite area for investigation within management and an instructor to sponsor the work.
  
  • MGMT - 4880 Internship (3)


    Designed to provide management students with supervised practical experiences in applied settings. Equivalent to MGMT-480.
  
  • MGMT - 4900 Strategic Management (3)


    Designed as the capstone course to integrate the various functional areas of business and administration applying management, finance, production, marketing, economic and accounting principles to solving business problems. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Prerequisites: Senior status; ACCT-2110 , ACCT-2111 , BLAW-2100 , FIN-3110 , MIS-3101 MKTG-2100  , MGMT-2100  , MGMT-3200 , MGMT-3400 , MGMT-3500  (all required).
  
  • MGMT - 4901 Project Management


    Focuses on issues of managing a project, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing of projects. Studies project constraints and develops methodologies and skills for managing projects. Instructional Method: Offered in face-to-face and online format. Prerequisites: Senior status; ACCT-2110 , ACCT-2111 , FIN-3110 , MIS-3101 , MKTG-2100 , MGMT-2100 , MGMT-3400 , and MGMT-3500 .
  
  • MGMT - 5000 Topics In Management (1-3)


    Presents selected topics in the private and public sectors. May be repeated for credit with different topics. Equivalent to MGMT-550.
  
  • MGMT - 5200 Advanced Business Communications (3)


    Taught in conjunction with other designated courses in the College of Business and Public Administration to emphasize advanced writing and speaking skills. Emphasizes research methods, organization, formatting, writing, and oral presentation of business reports and proposals. Examines problems in intercultural communication, especially in international business. Equivalent to MGMT-560. Prerequisite: take MGMT-3200 .
  
  • MGMT - 5520 Administration of Non-Profit Organizations (3)


    Stresses the relationship between the principles of business administration management and institutional management. Emphasizes the differences in goal setting and attainment and dependence upon different sources for their funds. Discusses the importance of volunteerism for a broad base of support and validation of need. Equivalent to MGMT-515. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 5700 Statistical Data Processing for Business (3)


    Deals with the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of business data. Topics include principles of measurement, concept of statistical design of experiments, sampling methods, handling missing data, efficient coding, and analysis using package programs. Approximately 50 percent of course time will be devoted to computer applications. Equivalent to MGMT-511. Prerequisites: take STAT-3700 , MGMT-6700 .
  
  • MGMT - 6100 Foundations of Management and Marketing (3)


    Introduces students to the language and practice of general management, including the legal, social, and global environment of business, the craft of the general manager, the functions of management, and the role and practice of marketing and operations. Uses case analysis and teamwork. This is a foundation course for the MBA program. Equivalent to MGMT-601.
  
  • MGMT - 6700 Foundations of Managerial Statistics (3)


    Provides the student with sufficient statistical background for the graduate programs in CBPA. Includes descriptive statistics, probability, sampling theory, interval estimations, significance testing, the analysis of variance, correlation, and regression. Equivalent to MGMT-610. Prerequisites: take MIS-2101 , MATH-1423 .
  
  • MGMT - 7200 Problems in Business Ethics (3)


    Explores the role of the corporation in modern society and its responsibilities to the public government and the economic and social well-being of the nation. Equivalent to MGMT-823. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 7300 Human Resource Management Strategies (3)


    Examines factors both internal and external to the organization and their influence on human resource planning. Deals with current issues and research in the area of human resource management. Equivalent to MGMT-820. Prerequisite: take MGMT-6100 .
  
  • MGMT - 7320 Strategic Human Resource Development Systems (3)


    Examines systems for human resource development that ensure alignment with organizational strategies and a rapidly changing business environment. Prerequisite: Graduate Status
  
  • MGMT - 7400 Operations Management: Strategies and Techniques (3)


    Covers topics of operations management, including product/service design, process design, quality management, inventory management, scheduling, purchasing and logistics, operations strategy, with significant emphasis on logic and techniques of supply chain management and process improvement. Focuses on the strategic impact of operations and the relationship among operations and the other functional areas of the firm in the global context. Equivalent to MGMT-840. Prerequisites: take MGMT-6100  or [MGMT-2100  and MKTG-2100 ] and MGMT-6700  or [MATH-2100  and BUS-3700 ].
  
  • MGMT - 7500 Organization Behavior in the Global Context (3)


    Appraises behavior in organizations worldwide and critically examines theories for explaining organizational phenomena and change. Equivalent to MGMT-810. Prerequisites: Graduate Status
  
  • MGMT - 7600 International Business (3)


    Presents a systematic overview of international business. There will be an integrated progression of topics beginning with an understanding of the political, economic, cultural and monetary influences on international investment and business. The course will conclude with developing an understanding of the strategic and operational alternatives when conducting international business. Equivalent to MGMT-830. Prerequisites: take  ECON-6100 .
  
  • MGMT - 8000 Advanced Topics in Management (1-3)


    A graduate seminar exploring selected contemporary issues in the private and public sectors. May be repeated for credit with different topics. Equivalent to MGMT-865.
  
  • MGMT - 8300 Labor Management Relations (3)


    Deals with problems arising from employer- labor relationship. Studies theories of work, problems in organization, human resource management, and industrial relations research. Equivalent to MGMT-825.
  
  • MGMT - 8310 Human Resource Selection and Compensation (3)


    Addresses theory and an overview of practices in personnel recruiting, selection, and compensation. Focuses on establishing recruitment plans, prediction of employee performance, employee selection methodology, selection system validation, establishing compensation systems, and determining internal and external value of jobs. Equivalent to MGMT-821. Prerequisite: take MGMT-7300 .
  
  • MGMT - 8400 Global Supply Chain Management (3)


    Studies global supply chain from a managerial perspective. Covers supply chain design, planning and operation. Emphasizes the strategic role of supply chains within a firm and between firms, and demonstrates how supply chains can be designed to create competitive advantage. Topics covered include forecasting, materials management, sourcing and procurement, distribution and logistics, transportation, information flows, and supply chain optimization. Equivalent to MGMT-842. Prerequisite: take MGMT-7400 .
  
  • MGMT - 8410 Logistics, Transportation and Warehouse Management (3)


    Focuses on the concepts and principle of logistics management, including theories and practices of modern logistics, transportation management, warehouse and facility management, and performance measurement. Equivalent to MGMT-843. Prerequisite: take MGMT-8400 .
  
  • MGMT - 8420 Decision Models in Supply Chain Management (3)


    Examines theory, models, and methodologies in supply chain management and logistics. Optimization, decision theory, simulation, and network models will be covered. Topics include models in inventory, warehousing, capacity, location, transportation, planning, performance measurement and risk. Equivalent to MGMT-844. Prerequisite: take MGMT-7400 .
  
  • MGMT - 8430 Strategic Procurement and Materials Management (3)


    Presents the basic principles, policies and procedures governing the procurement of raw materials, components, finished products, and capital equipment. Focuses on the interrelationships of purchasing with other functional areas (marketing, finance, logistics, operations management, etc.) of business. Students are exposed to the tools and techniques for the management of strategic sourcing, materials management and quality management. Equivalent to MGMT-846. Prerequisite: take MGMT-8400 .
  
  • MGMT - 8440 Project Management (3)


    Studies the principles of efficient project planning and control-needs analysis, work breakdown, scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and performance tracking and evaluation - within the timeframe and cost projections stated in the overview section. Equivalent to MGMT-835. Prerequisites: take MIS-7101  and MGMT-6700  or take MIS-7101 , MATH-2100 , and BUS-3700 ).
  
  • MGMT - 8450 Production Problems and Analysis (3)


    Production planning, machine operations, and materials for the manufacture of a product. Problems include the analysis of the elements of production scheduling and control, balancing work stations on production lines, and simulating plant layout. Equivalent to MGMT-816. Prerequisite: take MGMT-3400 .
  
  • MGMT - 8500 Leadership Dynamics (3)


    This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the leadership task in modern organizations. It is a skills oriented approach, though the material will be linked to theory. Thus, we will concentrate on application and implementation by combining lectures and readings within class case analyses and group exercises. Equivalent to MGMT-855. Prerequisite: take MGMT-2100 .
  
  • MGMT - 8510 Interdisciplinary Team Process (3)


    This course will bring together graduate students from many disciplines to learn effective communication and processing skills that will allow them to develop the understanding necessary for effective collaboration. This course will use communication and team building skills to demonstrate the value of interdisciplinary approaches. Such an interdisciplinary approach will show students effective techniques for valuing and educating clients/customers, identifying and overcoming barriers to effective customer/client service, and leading to outcomes desired by the client/customer. Equivalent to MGMT-864.
  
  • MGMT - 8530 Managing Change and Innovation in Complex Organizations (3)


    The course introduces conceptual models and analytical skills that empower students to understand and analyze environmental change and its effect on modern organizations. Students are exposed to the best practices in managing change and innovation with the goal of building a solid foundation in devising and implementing solutions for continued organizational competitiveness and effectiveness. Prerequisite: Graduate status.
  
  • MGMT - 8550 Small Business Management (3)


    Applies the principles and techniques of management to the operation of a small business. Develops an in-depth understanding of small businesses using Small Business Institute cases. Equivalent to MGMT-845. Prerequisite: take MGMT-4550.
  
  • MGMT - 8610 International Business Strategy and Organizations (3)


    Analyzes business operations in the context of international business; focuses on entry strategies and organizational challenges involved in managing activities across national markets with emphasis on the relationship between entry strategies and organizational structure. Equivalent to MGMT-833. Prerequisite: take MGMT-7600 .
  
  • MGMT - 8700 Issues in Public and Private Management (3)


    An advanced study of organizational issues such as leadership and organizational change. Students apply the ideas to public or private organizations. Equivalent to MGMT-860. Prerequisite: take MGMT-7500 .
  
  • MGMT - 8800 Independent Study (1-4)


    Independent study is intended to provide better students with an opportunity to study a topic of their choice in management under professional supervision. Only students prepared to devote considerable time and effort should undertake an independent study. Students contemplating an independent study should first choose a definite area for investigation in management and an instructor to sponsor the work. Equivalent to MGMT-870.
  
  • MGMT - 8880 Internship (3)


    Designed to provide management students with supervised experiences in applied settings. Equivalent to MGMT-880.
  
  • MGMT - 8890 Graduate Thesis/Project (6)


    Provides an opportunity for intensive study of a problem chosen by the student. A candidate who is approved for the thesis option will be required to defend the thesis orally. The thesis option is limited to outstanding students who have been recommended by a minimum of two faculty in the College of Business and Public Administration and approved by the dean. Students interested in pursuing a doctorate in business should select the thesis option. Equivalent to MGMT-890.
  

Management Information Systems

  
  • MIS - 0100 Word Processing and Presentation Skills (1)


    Required course for CBPA students who have not achieved a 70% (undergrads) or 80% (graduates) on the MIS Competency exam, part 1, Word Processing and Presentation skills or prefer to sharpen their skills prior to taking the exam. Students who achieve a grade of “P” will have met the CBPA requirement for Part 1 of the MIS Competency exam.
  
  • MIS - 0200 Spreadsheet Skills (1)


    Required course for CBPA students who have not achieved a 70% (undergrads) or 80% (graduates) on the MIS competency exam, spreadsheet skills or prefer to sharpen their skills prior to taking the exam. Students who achieve a grade of “P” will have met the CBPA requirement for spreadsheet skills of the MIS Competency exam.
  
  • MIS - 0300 Database Software Skills (1)


    Required course for CBPA students who have not achieved a 70% (undergrads) or 80% (graduates) on the MIS Competency exam, Database skills or prefer to sharpen their skills prior to taking the exam. Students who achieve a grade of “P” will have met the CBPA requirement for database skills of the MIS Competency exam.
  
  • MIS - 0400 MIS Concepts (1)


    Provides an introduction to the use of computers to manage and analyze information in business and public administration. This includes introductory concepts of computer technology and management of information systems, concepts of systems analysis and problem solving.
  
  • MIS - 1111 Word Processing Applications (1-3)


    Provides a course in word processing. Topics are dependent upon the level offered (introductory, intermediate, or advanced). Equivalent to MIS-310.
  
  • MIS - 1301 Introduction to Spreadsheets (1-3)


    Provides an introduction to spreadsheets. See schedule for specific package offered. This course credit can vary from 1-3 hours dependent upon the level (introductory, intermediate, or advanced) offered. Equivalent to MIS-320.
  
  • MIS - 1501 Database Applications (1-3)


    Provides information on database management packages. See schedule for specific package covered. Equivalent to MIS-330.
  
  • MIS - 1701 Intro to PowerPoint Applications (1)


    Provides a course in introductory presentation tools software. See schedule for specific package offered. Equivalent to MIS-340.
  
  • MIS - 1702 Advanced Presentation Software (1)


    Provides a course in advanced presentation software and tools. See schedule for specific package offered. Equivalent to MIS-341. Prerequisite: take MIS-2101 .
  
  • MIS - 2001 Topics in Innovative Technology Systems (1-3)


    Provides for hands-on experience with the latest software updates and latest technological offerings. Equivalent to MIS-399.
  
  • MIS - 2101 Basics of Information Technology (3)


    Provides an introduction to the use of computers in business data processing, including introductory concepts of computer technology. Includes hands-on experience with various microcomputer software packages, focusing on student use of electronic spreadsheet, word-processing, database, and presentation software. Instructional Method: Offered face-to-face and online. Equivalent to MIS-301.
  
  • MIS - 3101 Management Information Systems (3)


    Provides an overview of the fundamentals underlying the design, implementation, control, evaluation and strategic use of modern, computer-based information systems for business data processing, office automation, information reporting, decision-making, and electronic commerce. It covers introductory concepts of information technology in business, problem solving using information technology, and discusses the future of information technology. Equivalent to MIS-370. Prerequisite: take MIS-2101 .
 

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