Course Schedule
Below are listed the courses to be offered in the upcoming semesters though our online program. Any courses listed after the upcoming semester are tentative plans, and are subject to change at any time.
Spring 2008
ACCOUNT 725 - Profit Planning and Control
Description:
An in-depth look at the concepts and techniques of creating a firm's financial plan. Emphasis is on analysis of costs so as to predict future patterns, forecasting of sales, production costing, cash, and other components, while stressing the need for profitability analysis and evaluation of management performance. Prerequsite:
ACCOUNT-701 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Arora, Spring 2007
An in-depth look at the concepts and techniques of creating a firm's financial plan. Emphasis is on analysis of costs so as to predict future patterns, forecasting of sales, production costing, cash, and other components, while stressing the need for profitability analysis and evaluation of management performance. Prerequsite:
ACCOUNT-701 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Arora, Spring 2007
ECON 737 - Managerial Economics
Description:
Applications of micro-economic theory to problems of formulating managerial decisions. Emphasis on economics as a science that facilitates decision making. Topics considered include optimization techniques, risk analysis and estimation of demand and costs of production, market structures and pricing practice, and antitrust economics. Integrates theory and practice. Prerequsite:
ECON-703 or ECON-245 or equivalent and ECON-704, or ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Kashian, Spring 2007
Applications of micro-economic theory to problems of formulating managerial decisions. Emphasis on economics as a science that facilitates decision making. Topics considered include optimization techniques, risk analysis and estimation of demand and costs of production, market structures and pricing practice, and antitrust economics. Integrates theory and practice. Prerequsite:
ECON-703 or ECON-245 or equivalent and ECON-704, or ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Kashian, Spring 2007
FNBSLW 718 - Financial Mangement
Description:
Consideration of the finance function as it relates to other organizational roles, the use of capital budgeting techniques, other quantitative methods, and model building in decision making. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing, FNBSLW-344, or ACCOUNT-701. Not open to those who have an undergraduate finance degree. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yu, Spring 2007
Consideration of the finance function as it relates to other organizational roles, the use of capital budgeting techniques, other quantitative methods, and model building in decision making. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing, FNBSLW-344, or ACCOUNT-701. Not open to those who have an undergraduate finance degree. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yu, Spring 2007
FNBSLW 780 - Portfolio Theory and Practice
Description:
Formulation of objectives and the development of portfolios to meet these objectives for individuals and institutions. Special attention will be focused on statistical and analytical techniques for portfolio selection and management. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 and MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Porter, Spring 2007
Formulation of objectives and the development of portfolios to meet these objectives for individuals and institutions. Special attention will be focused on statistical and analytical techniques for portfolio selection and management. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 and MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Porter, Spring 2007
ITBE 734 - Introduction to CBIS
Description:
A course applicable to all MBA students that examines the role and nature of Computer Based Information Systems (CBIS) in organizations and investigates the effects of these systems on managerial decision making. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of business environment, planning/organizing/controlling CBIS effort, and designing/implementing in a fourth generation language. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-705 or its equivalent or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Ambrose, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Basu, Summer 2006
A course applicable to all MBA students that examines the role and nature of Computer Based Information Systems (CBIS) in organizations and investigates the effects of these systems on managerial decision making. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of business environment, planning/organizing/controlling CBIS effort, and designing/implementing in a fourth generation language. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-705 or its equivalent or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Ambrose, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Basu, Summer 2006
ITBE 740 - Business and Professional Communications
Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to communication theories and leadership strategies that, if applied in business settings, can improve personal and organizational goal setting, planning and evaluation. In addition, emphasis will be placed on fostering positive day-to-day human interactions as well as the continuous growth of both individuals and organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the application of concepts explored in class to management roles in a variety of business enterprises. As a result, extensive analysis of actual business communication is a major part of this course. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Statz, Summer 2007
This course is designed to introduce students to communication theories and leadership strategies that, if applied in business settings, can improve personal and organizational goal setting, planning and evaluation. In addition, emphasis will be placed on fostering positive day-to-day human interactions as well as the continuous growth of both individuals and organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the application of concepts explored in class to management roles in a variety of business enterprises. As a result, extensive analysis of actual business communication is a major part of this course. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Statz, Summer 2007
MANGEMENT 719 - Operations Management
Description:
A survey course focusing on the performance of managerial activities entailed in selecting, designing, operating, controlling, and updating productive systems. This life cycle approach will include treatment of non- manufacturing activities, and will draw heavily upon latest developments in the field. Prerequsite:
ECON-703, and MANGEMNT-705 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Summer 2007
As led by Prof. Madan, Summer 2007
A survey course focusing on the performance of managerial activities entailed in selecting, designing, operating, controlling, and updating productive systems. This life cycle approach will include treatment of non- manufacturing activities, and will draw heavily upon latest developments in the field. Prerequsite:
ECON-703, and MANGEMNT-705 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Summer 2007
As led by Prof. Madan, Summer 2007
MANGEMNT 738 - Management of Technology
Description:
This is a graduate course designed to acquaint the student with the foundations and the processes of research, development, technology, and innovation. This course draws upon current literatures in the management of engineering and technology-based organizations. Students are exposed to the workings of technology within the company, from its generation in the research and development function, to its commercialization as new products and services. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Summer 2007
This is a graduate course designed to acquaint the student with the foundations and the processes of research, development, technology, and innovation. This course draws upon current literatures in the management of engineering and technology-based organizations. Students are exposed to the workings of technology within the company, from its generation in the research and development function, to its commercialization as new products and services. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Summer 2007
MANGEMENT 752 - Current Issues in Compensation and Benefits
Description:
An examination of compensation programs in profit/nonprofit organizations. It is concerned with a detailed study of job structures, job evaluation, performance appraisal, wage surveys, basic systems/plans of compensation, and fringe benefits. Attention is focused on a limited number of topics from these areas so more crucial concepts and methods may be dealt with in-depth. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Summer 2007
An examination of compensation programs in profit/nonprofit organizations. It is concerned with a detailed study of job structures, job evaluation, performance appraisal, wage surveys, basic systems/plans of compensation, and fringe benefits. Attention is focused on a limited number of topics from these areas so more crucial concepts and methods may be dealt with in-depth. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Summer 2007
MANGEMENT 759 - Social Responsibility of Buisiness
Description:
This course analyzes (1) A broad spectrum of social, political, ethical, and legal frameworks within which organizations must function, and (2) Social trends and their underlying causes as they can affect businesses. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 or FNBSLW-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Parboteeah, Spring 2007
This course analyzes (1) A broad spectrum of social, political, ethical, and legal frameworks within which organizations must function, and (2) Social trends and their underlying causes as they can affect businesses. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 or FNBSLW-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Parboteeah, Spring 2007
MANGEMENT 761 - Supply Chain Systems
Description:
The course uses a supply chain management framework to study flow of material. Topics include capacity planning, production systems, production planning, material planning, sourcing, and delivery of products. In addition, the role of information systems in integrating oprations throughout the supply chain is discussed. The course uses case studies and research presentations. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
The course uses a supply chain management framework to study flow of material. Topics include capacity planning, production systems, production planning, material planning, sourcing, and delivery of products. In addition, the role of information systems in integrating oprations throughout the supply chain is discussed. The course uses case studies and research presentations. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
MANGEMENT 788 - Strategic Decision Making
Description:
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 733 - Seminar in Methodology of Business Research
Description:
Designed to acquaint graduate students with the research process, its tools and techniques, as well as the methods which form a basis for business planning, decision making, and problem solving. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Maity, Spring 2007
Designed to acquaint graduate students with the research process, its tools and techniques, as well as the methods which form a basis for business planning, decision making, and problem solving. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Maity, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 751 - Buyer Behavior
Description:
The study and explanation of the behavior of consumers, research methods and findings from the behavioral sciences. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Smith, Spring 2007
The study and explanation of the behavior of consumers, research methods and findings from the behavioral sciences. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Smith, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 772 - Internet Marketing
Description:
This class is designed to provide marketing majors and minors with basic knowledge of the Internet so that they can understand why this technology has and will continue to exert such an important impact on marketing practice. It will also consider such topics as web demographics, the on-line business model, web enhancement of products and services, personalization, traffic and brand building, net exchanges, and on-line community. In addition, the class will explore the impact that the Internet is having on such traditional areas of marketing concern as research, new product development, segmentation, personal selling, pricing, and distribution. Prerequsite:
MARKETING-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Lavin, Spring 2007
This class is designed to provide marketing majors and minors with basic knowledge of the Internet so that they can understand why this technology has and will continue to exert such an important impact on marketing practice. It will also consider such topics as web demographics, the on-line business model, web enhancement of products and services, personalization, traffic and brand building, net exchanges, and on-line community. In addition, the class will explore the impact that the Internet is having on such traditional areas of marketing concern as research, new product development, segmentation, personal selling, pricing, and distribution. Prerequsite:
MARKETING-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Lavin, Spring 2007
MCS 740 - IS Strategy and Management
Description:
Acquaints students with the issues, procedures, and opportunities associated with the organizational use of information technology and with the management of the IS function. Topics include the role of IS technology in organizations, planning, organization, and control of the IS function, IS support for corporate re-engineering and strategic initiatives, IS operations management, and the maturity of the IS function. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not available
Acquaints students with the issues, procedures, and opportunities associated with the organizational use of information technology and with the management of the IS function. Topics include the role of IS technology in organizations, planning, organization, and control of the IS function, IS support for corporate re-engineering and strategic initiatives, IS operations management, and the maturity of the IS function. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not available
MCS 760 - Topics in IT and Management
Description:
And Management This course addresses a changing milieu of topics concerning information systems business. Topics may include new methodologies and products that implement them, new problem solving approaches, or emerging business and environmental concerns. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not available
And Management This course addresses a changing milieu of topics concerning information systems business. Topics may include new methodologies and products that implement them, new problem solving approaches, or emerging business and environmental concerns. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not available
MCS 785 - Information Systems Project Management
Description:
This course will provide students with pragmatic guidance in the management of IS projects by analyzing critical success factors, skills and techniques required to successfully organize, plan, schedule, monitor, and control projects. Cost and schedule estimation techniques are presented together with proposal writing, project planning, team building, negotiation/communication, risk management, alternative technology assessment, and quality measurement techniques. Prerequsite:
MCS-754 and students must be admitted to the CIS Master's Degree program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Basu, Spring 2007
This course will provide students with pragmatic guidance in the management of IS projects by analyzing critical success factors, skills and techniques required to successfully organize, plan, schedule, monitor, and control projects. Cost and schedule estimation techniques are presented together with proposal writing, project planning, team building, negotiation/communication, risk management, alternative technology assessment, and quality measurement techniques. Prerequsite:
MCS-754 and students must be admitted to the CIS Master's Degree program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Basu, Spring 2007
Summer 2008
ECON 703 - Statistics Foundations
Description:
Introduction to descriptive statistics and basic statistical methods as applied to scientific problem solving and decision making. Topics covered include: descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory, theoretical distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, tests of hypothesis, simple linear regression and correlation analysis, and index numbers. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Glosser, Spring 2007
Introduction to descriptive statistics and basic statistical methods as applied to scientific problem solving and decision making. Topics covered include: descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory, theoretical distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, tests of hypothesis, simple linear regression and correlation analysis, and index numbers. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Glosser, Spring 2007
ECON 758 - Advanced International Economics
Description:
A study of international trade and finance issues; multinational enterprises, international investments, currency problems, and balance of payments issues. Analyzes the structure and scope of world trade and international financial markets in developed and developing countries. Prerequsite:
ECON-704 or ECON-202 and ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Spring 2006
A study of international trade and finance issues; multinational enterprises, international investments, currency problems, and balance of payments issues. Analyzes the structure and scope of world trade and international financial markets in developed and developing countries. Prerequsite:
ECON-704 or ECON-202 and ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Spring 2006
FNBSLW 760 - Financial Markets
Description:
Structure and operation of the markets for corporate debt and equity securities, municipal obligations and mortgages. Detailed examination of stock markets and their use by investors. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 and FNBSLW-345 or FNBSLW-718 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Moini, Spring 2007
Structure and operation of the markets for corporate debt and equity securities, municipal obligations and mortgages. Detailed examination of stock markets and their use by investors. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 and FNBSLW-345 or FNBSLW-718 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Moini, Spring 2007
FNBSLW 770 - Capital Budgeting
Description:
Financial planning for working capital management and long range investment projects. Emphasis on capital budgeting problem solving. Readings on capital budgeting and related topics, cost of capital structure, and dividend policy. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Zhu, Summer 2007
Financial planning for working capital management and long range investment projects. Emphasis on capital budgeting problem solving. Readings on capital budgeting and related topics, cost of capital structure, and dividend policy. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Zhu, Summer 2007
ITBE 772 - Business Technologies
Description:
An overview of office systems technology, people, and procedures. The course is designed to assist the student in understanding the technologies involved in an office system with emphasis on the role of the End-User System Analyst. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yin, Summer 2007
An overview of office systems technology, people, and procedures. The course is designed to assist the student in understanding the technologies involved in an office system with emphasis on the role of the End-User System Analyst. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yin, Summer 2007
MANGEMNT 745 - Building Effective Organizations
Description:
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 753 - Training and Development
Description:
The course will emphasize the theories of Management Training and Development, and the practical application of these theories in today's organizations. Special emphasis will be on current topics in the field of Human Resource Development, including: training self-directed work teams, managing a diverse work force, and the practical application of designing programs in today's environment. This will include actually designing a needs analysis and training evaluation programs. The course will frame the concept of training and development within the applicable theory of adult learning. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Summer 2006
The course will emphasize the theories of Management Training and Development, and the practical application of these theories in today's organizations. Special emphasis will be on current topics in the field of Human Resource Development, including: training self-directed work teams, managing a diverse work force, and the practical application of designing programs in today's environment. This will include actually designing a needs analysis and training evaluation programs. The course will frame the concept of training and development within the applicable theory of adult learning. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Summer 2006
MANGEMNT 768 - Operations Strategy
Description:
A course focusing on strategic implications of operations decisions facing the top manager, such as the operations vice-president or plant manager. Cases are used to identify, analyze and recommend solutions to specific problems resulting from corporate decisions taken in the areas of processes and infrastructure. Current trends in selected industries are discussed. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
A course focusing on strategic implications of operations decisions facing the top manager, such as the operations vice-president or plant manager. Cases are used to identify, analyze and recommend solutions to specific problems resulting from corporate decisions taken in the areas of processes and infrastructure. Current trends in selected industries are discussed. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 767 - Strategic Marketing for Entrepreneurs
Description:
No information available Prerequsite:
No information available Syllabi:
No information available
No information available Prerequsite:
No information available Syllabi:
No information available
MARKETNG 798 - Marketing Principles
Description:
Marketing 311, UG equivalent of Marketing 716 Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
No information available
Marketing 311, UG equivalent of Marketing 716 Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
No information available
Fall 2008
ACCOUNT 701 - Accounting Foundations
Description:
This course involves an in-depth coverage of financial accounting topics similar to Accounting Concepts at the undergraduate level. The content includes a study of the accounting cycle, financial statement preparation and interpretation, assets, liabilities, and owner's equity. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Cummings, Fall 2006
This course involves an in-depth coverage of financial accounting topics similar to Accounting Concepts at the undergraduate level. The content includes a study of the accounting cycle, financial statement preparation and interpretation, assets, liabilities, and owner's equity. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Cummings, Fall 2006
ECON 704 - Economic Foundations
Description:
A study of micro and macro economic tools of analysis. The functioning of a market economy in product and factor markets under alternative market structures. National income, fiscal policy, and the role of the money supply. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Fall 2006
A study of micro and macro economic tools of analysis. The functioning of a market economy in product and factor markets under alternative market structures. National income, fiscal policy, and the role of the money supply. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Fall 2006
FNBSLW 721 - Legal Environment of the business
Description:
Macro Law (the nature, formation, and application of law in general) stressed in the environmental approach. The course includes the study of legislation relating to consumer protection, product liability, labor law, securities regulation, and antitrust legislation. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not Available
Macro Law (the nature, formation, and application of law in general) stressed in the environmental approach. The course includes the study of legislation relating to consumer protection, product liability, labor law, securities regulation, and antitrust legislation. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not Available
FNBSLW 755 - Multinational Business Finance
Description:
An advanced course of international financial principles covering major macroeconomic factors affecting international corporate decisions, foreign exchange transactions, hedging strategies, international capital structure decisions, capital budgeting, international financial markets, and taxation. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Moini, Fall 2006
An advanced course of international financial principles covering major macroeconomic factors affecting international corporate decisions, foreign exchange transactions, hedging strategies, international capital structure decisions, capital budgeting, international financial markets, and taxation. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Moini, Fall 2006
ITBE 740 - Business and Professional Communication
Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to communication theories and leadership strategies that, if applied in business settings, can improve personal and organizational goal setting, planning and evaluation. In addition, emphasis will be placed on fostering positive day-to-day human interactions as well as the continuous growth of both individuals and organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the application of concepts explored in class to management roles in a variety of business enterprises. As a result, extensive analysis of actual business communication is a major part of this course. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Statz, Summer 2007
This course is designed to introduce students to communication theories and leadership strategies that, if applied in business settings, can improve personal and organizational goal setting, planning and evaluation. In addition, emphasis will be placed on fostering positive day-to-day human interactions as well as the continuous growth of both individuals and organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the application of concepts explored in class to management roles in a variety of business enterprises. As a result, extensive analysis of actual business communication is a major part of this course. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Statz, Summer 2007
MANGEMNT 745 - Building Effective Organizations
Description:
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 751 - Seminar in Human Resource Management
Description:
An examination of the organization and administration of the personnel function in management. It is concerned with the employment, training, safety and health, employees services, and employee relations functions of personnel administration. Attention is focused on a limited number of topics drawn from these areas so more crucial concepts and methods involved may be dealt with in-depth. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Fall 2006
An examination of the organization and administration of the personnel function in management. It is concerned with the employment, training, safety and health, employees services, and employee relations functions of personnel administration. Attention is focused on a limited number of topics drawn from these areas so more crucial concepts and methods involved may be dealt with in-depth. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 769 - Quality Issues in Operations
Description:
A course focusing on qualitative and quantitative techniques used to study and improve quality of operations in manufacturing and service organizations. It covers topics such as quality philosophy, statistical process control (SPC), acceptance sampling, tools for quality improvement, product and process design. The role of quality in the entire cycle including product/service design, development, production, delivery, and customer support is emphasized. An individual research paper and presentation covering the topic of interest will be used. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Fall 2006
A course focusing on qualitative and quantitative techniques used to study and improve quality of operations in manufacturing and service organizations. It covers topics such as quality philosophy, statistical process control (SPC), acceptance sampling, tools for quality improvement, product and process design. The role of quality in the entire cycle including product/service design, development, production, delivery, and customer support is emphasized. An individual research paper and presentation covering the topic of interest will be used. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 771 - Strategic Management Planning
Description:
The course surveys the theoretical backgrounds of strategic management. It also covers practical methods and applications of strategic management models based upon existing theory, research, and practice. Comparative analysis of emerging strategic management frameworks will be examined with implications for management practice. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
The course surveys the theoretical backgrounds of strategic management. It also covers practical methods and applications of strategic management models based upon existing theory, research, and practice. Comparative analysis of emerging strategic management frameworks will be examined with implications for management practice. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 777 - International Management
Description:
The course deals with concepts, issues, problems, and research in international management, with a focus on the international application of: (1) strategic management, (2) organizational theory and design, (3) organizational behavior, culture, conflict, leadership, and communication, (4) ethical issues, and (5) development, control, and coordination of international subsidiaries. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 Syllabi:
Not Available
The course deals with concepts, issues, problems, and research in international management, with a focus on the international application of: (1) strategic management, (2) organizational theory and design, (3) organizational behavior, culture, conflict, leadership, and communication, (4) ethical issues, and (5) development, control, and coordination of international subsidiaries. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 Syllabi:
Not Available
MANGEMNT 788 - Strategic Decision Making
Description:
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 731 - Advanced Statistical Methods
Description:
Applications of advanced statistical methods to managerial problems of prediction, inference, parametric and nonparametric, and decision making under uncertainty. Topics emphasized are multiple regression and time series. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing and demonstrated proficiency in mathematics and statistics or ECON-703, or MATH-143 and ECON-245 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Hsu, Fall 2006
Applications of advanced statistical methods to managerial problems of prediction, inference, parametric and nonparametric, and decision making under uncertainty. Topics emphasized are multiple regression and time series. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing and demonstrated proficiency in mathematics and statistics or ECON-703, or MATH-143 and ECON-245 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Hsu, Fall 2006
MARKETNG 766 - Ethics in the Marketplace
Description:
The course will focus primarily on issues related to the business/customer relationship, with customers being defined as both other organizations and consumers. The course will emphaize current issues such as privacy rights, pricing ethics, promotional tactics and targeting. Students will discuss topics, analyze cases, and write essays defending their opinions and suggesting strategies. The course will provide examples or both exemplary and poor busines behaviors. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Smith, Spring 2007
The course will focus primarily on issues related to the business/customer relationship, with customers being defined as both other organizations and consumers. The course will emphaize current issues such as privacy rights, pricing ethics, promotional tactics and targeting. Students will discuss topics, analyze cases, and write essays defending their opinions and suggesting strategies. The course will provide examples or both exemplary and poor busines behaviors. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Smith, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 770 - Product Innovation and Pricing
Description:
An in-depth examination of the theoretical framework and empirical findings as they relate to the development and pricing of new products. The marketing tasks of new product development and existing product management will be examined in an innovation context. Current methods of setting prices will also be discussed. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Zhao, Summer 2007
An in-depth examination of the theoretical framework and empirical findings as they relate to the development and pricing of new products. The marketing tasks of new product development and existing product management will be examined in an innovation context. Current methods of setting prices will also be discussed. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Zhao, Summer 2007
MARKETNG 775 - Data Base Marketing
Description:
This course is designed to increase students' understanding of how technology, specifically the customer database, is used to design and implement marketing strategies. Special attention will be devoted to understanding one-to-one buyer-seller relationships, studying the types of information needed in a customer database, and how this information can be integrated into the marketing decision making process. Special attention is devoted to utilizing statistical analyses to understand relationships. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent undergraduate course, MARKETNG-731 or MARKETNG-732 Syllabi:
Not Available
This course is designed to increase students' understanding of how technology, specifically the customer database, is used to design and implement marketing strategies. Special attention will be devoted to understanding one-to-one buyer-seller relationships, studying the types of information needed in a customer database, and how this information can be integrated into the marketing decision making process. Special attention is devoted to utilizing statistical analyses to understand relationships. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent undergraduate course, MARKETNG-731 or MARKETNG-732 Syllabi:
Not Available
MCS 725 - E-Business: Tech, Apllic, & Iss
Description:
This course is designed to provide graduate students with an overview of internet technologies and electronic business phenomenon currently sweeping the global economy. The course provides an opportunity for students to identify, analyze, and discuss issues and challenges from a strategic, organizational and technology perspective. These issues and challenges need to be addressed by nations, industries, and corporations in their attempt to be a part of the e-business marketplace. The goal of the course is to cover the major topics rather than be encyclopedic. The course makes use of lecture, discussions, readings, cases, and student research projects. The course also has a technical component that teaches internet technologies such as HTML, JavaScript and the Document Object Model that help form the foundation of all Web development. What this course is NOT: Because this course is an IS course, we will not discuss e-business from a marketing perspective. The student is expected to be familiar with information technologies associated with the delivery of Internet sites. These topics will be discussed only briefly. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Basu, Fall 2006
This course is designed to provide graduate students with an overview of internet technologies and electronic business phenomenon currently sweeping the global economy. The course provides an opportunity for students to identify, analyze, and discuss issues and challenges from a strategic, organizational and technology perspective. These issues and challenges need to be addressed by nations, industries, and corporations in their attempt to be a part of the e-business marketplace. The goal of the course is to cover the major topics rather than be encyclopedic. The course makes use of lecture, discussions, readings, cases, and student research projects. The course also has a technical component that teaches internet technologies such as HTML, JavaScript and the Document Object Model that help form the foundation of all Web development. What this course is NOT: Because this course is an IS course, we will not discuss e-business from a marketing perspective. The student is expected to be familiar with information technologies associated with the delivery of Internet sites. These topics will be discussed only briefly. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Basu, Fall 2006
Spring 2009
ACCOUNT 725 - Profit Planning and Control
Description:
An in-depth look at the concepts and techniques of creating a firm's financial plan. Emphasis is on analysis of costs so as to predict future patterns, forecasting of sales, production costing, cash, and other components, while stressing the need for profitability analysis and evaluation of management performance. Prerequsite:
ACCOUNT-701 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Arora, Spring 2007
An in-depth look at the concepts and techniques of creating a firm's financial plan. Emphasis is on analysis of costs so as to predict future patterns, forecasting of sales, production costing, cash, and other components, while stressing the need for profitability analysis and evaluation of management performance. Prerequsite:
ACCOUNT-701 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Arora, Spring 2007
ECON 703 - Statistics Foundations
Description:
Introduction to descriptive statistics and basic statistical methods as applied to scientific problem solving and decision making. Topics covered include: descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory, theoretical distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, tests of hypothesis, simple linear regression and correlation analysis, and index numbers. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Glosser, Spring 2007
Introduction to descriptive statistics and basic statistical methods as applied to scientific problem solving and decision making. Topics covered include: descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory, theoretical distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, tests of hypothesis, simple linear regression and correlation analysis, and index numbers. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Glosser, Spring 2007
ECON 737 - Managerial Economics
Description:
Applications of micro-economic theory to problems of formulating managerial decisions. Emphasis on economics as a science that facilitates decision making. Topics considered include optimization techniques, risk analysis and estimation of demand and costs of production, market structures and pricing practice, and antitrust economics. Integrates theory and practice. Prerequsite:
ECON-703 or ECON-245 or equivalent and ECON-704, or ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Kashian, Spring 2007
Applications of micro-economic theory to problems of formulating managerial decisions. Emphasis on economics as a science that facilitates decision making. Topics considered include optimization techniques, risk analysis and estimation of demand and costs of production, market structures and pricing practice, and antitrust economics. Integrates theory and practice. Prerequsite:
ECON-703 or ECON-245 or equivalent and ECON-704, or ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Kashian, Spring 2007
FNBSLW 721 - Legal Environment of Business
Description:
Macro Law (the nature, formation, and application of law in general) stressed in the environmental approach. The course includes the study of legislation relating to consumer protection, product liability, labor law, securities regulation, and antitrust legislation. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not Available
Macro Law (the nature, formation, and application of law in general) stressed in the environmental approach. The course includes the study of legislation relating to consumer protection, product liability, labor law, securities regulation, and antitrust legislation. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not Available
FNBSLW 780 - Portfolio Theory and Practice
Description:
Formulation of objectives and the development of portfolios to meet these objectives for individuals and institutions. Special attention will be focused on statistical and analytical techniques for portfolio selection and management. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 and MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Porter, Spring 2007
Formulation of objectives and the development of portfolios to meet these objectives for individuals and institutions. Special attention will be focused on statistical and analytical techniques for portfolio selection and management. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 and MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Porter, Spring 2007
MANGEMNT 738 - Management of Technology
Description:
This is a graduate course designed to acquaint the student with the foundations and the processes of research, development, technology, and innovation. This course draws upon current literatures in the management of engineering and technology-based organizations. Students are exposed to the workings of technology within the company, from its generation in the research and development function, to its commercialization as new products and services. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Summer 2007
This is a graduate course designed to acquaint the student with the foundations and the processes of research, development, technology, and innovation. This course draws upon current literatures in the management of engineering and technology-based organizations. Students are exposed to the workings of technology within the company, from its generation in the research and development function, to its commercialization as new products and services. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Summer 2007
MANGEMNT 745 - Building Effective Organizations
Description:
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 753 - Training and Development
Description:
The course will emphasize the theories of Management Training and Development, and the practical application of these theories in today's organizations. Special emphasis will be on current topics in the field of Human Resource Development, including: training self-directed work teams, managing a diverse work force, and the practical application of designing programs in today's environment. This will include actually designing a needs analysis and training evaluation programs. The course will frame the concept of training and development within the applicable theory of adult learning. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Summer 2006
The course will emphasize the theories of Management Training and Development, and the practical application of these theories in today's organizations. Special emphasis will be on current topics in the field of Human Resource Development, including: training self-directed work teams, managing a diverse work force, and the practical application of designing programs in today's environment. This will include actually designing a needs analysis and training evaluation programs. The course will frame the concept of training and development within the applicable theory of adult learning. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Summer 2006
MANGEMNT 759 - Social Responsibility of Business
Description:
This course analyzes (1) A broad spectrum of social, political, ethical, and legal frameworks within which organizations must function, and (2) Social trends and their underlying causes as they can affect businesses. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 or FNBSLW-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Parboteeah, Spring 2007
This course analyzes (1) A broad spectrum of social, political, ethical, and legal frameworks within which organizations must function, and (2) Social trends and their underlying causes as they can affect businesses. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 or FNBSLW-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Parboteeah, Spring 2007
MANGEMNT 761 - Supply Chain Systems
Description:
The course uses a supply chain management framework to study flow of material. Topics include capacity planning, production systems, production planning, material planning, sourcing, and delivery of products. In addition, the role of information systems in integrating oprations throughout the supply chain is discussed. The course uses case studies and research presentations. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
The course uses a supply chain management framework to study flow of material. Topics include capacity planning, production systems, production planning, material planning, sourcing, and delivery of products. In addition, the role of information systems in integrating oprations throughout the supply chain is discussed. The course uses case studies and research presentations. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
MANGEMNT 788 - Strategic Decision Making
Description:
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 716 (311) - Marketing
Description:
Analysis of the institutional, behavioral, competitive, legal, and intra-firm aspects of the marketing function in business and other organizations. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing and Micro-economics Syllabi:
Not Available
Analysis of the institutional, behavioral, competitive, legal, and intra-firm aspects of the marketing function in business and other organizations. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing and Micro-economics Syllabi:
Not Available
MARKETNG 733 - Seminar in Methodology of Business Research
Description:
Designed to acquaint graduate students with the research process, its tools and techniques, as well as the methods which form a basis for business planning, decision making, and problem solving. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Maity, Spring 2007
Designed to acquaint graduate students with the research process, its tools and techniques, as well as the methods which form a basis for business planning, decision making, and problem solving. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Maity, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 765 - Advertising and Promotion Management
Description:
The course focuses on the identification and utilization of key marketing communication components in the development and implementation of promotional strategies and tactics. Attention will be devoted to understanding effective and efficient ways to integrate various marketing promotion techniques. Specific topics include sales promotion, Internet marketing, advertising, direct marketing, database marketing and personal selling. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing or the consent of the instructor Syllabi:
Not Available
The course focuses on the identification and utilization of key marketing communication components in the development and implementation of promotional strategies and tactics. Attention will be devoted to understanding effective and efficient ways to integrate various marketing promotion techniques. Specific topics include sales promotion, Internet marketing, advertising, direct marketing, database marketing and personal selling. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing or the consent of the instructor Syllabi:
Not Available
MARKETNG 774 - Strategic Maketing Planning
Description:
Analysis of the planning process in the marketing oriented enterprise culminating with the development of a marketing plan based on a current business problem. The supportive nature of staff functions is analyzed from the viewpoint of its contribution to total marketing planning and strategy. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Zhao, Fall 2006
Analysis of the planning process in the marketing oriented enterprise culminating with the development of a marketing plan based on a current business problem. The supportive nature of staff functions is analyzed from the viewpoint of its contribution to total marketing planning and strategy. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Zhao, Fall 2006
MCS 785 - Information Systems Project Management
Description:
This course will provide students with pragmatic guidance in the management of IS projects by analyzing critical success factors, skills and techniques required to successfully organize, plan, schedule, monitor, and control projects. Cost and schedule estimation techniques are presented together with proposal writing, project planning, team building, negotiation/communication, risk management, alternative technology assessment, and quality measurement techniques. Prerequsite:
MCS-754 and students must be admitted to the CIS Master's Degree program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Basu, Spring 2007
This course will provide students with pragmatic guidance in the management of IS projects by analyzing critical success factors, skills and techniques required to successfully organize, plan, schedule, monitor, and control projects. Cost and schedule estimation techniques are presented together with proposal writing, project planning, team building, negotiation/communication, risk management, alternative technology assessment, and quality measurement techniques. Prerequsite:
MCS-754 and students must be admitted to the CIS Master's Degree program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Basu, Spring 2007
Summer 2009
ECON 758 - Advanced International Economics
Description:
A study of international trade and finance issues; multinational enterprises, international investments, currency problems, and balance of payments issues. Analyzes the structure and scope of world trade and international financial markets in developed and developing countries. Prerequsite:
ECON-704 or ECON-202 and ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Spring 2006
A study of international trade and finance issues; multinational enterprises, international investments, currency problems, and balance of payments issues. Analyzes the structure and scope of world trade and international financial markets in developed and developing countries. Prerequsite:
ECON-704 or ECON-202 and ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Spring 2006
FNBSLW 718 - Financial Management
Description:
Consideration of the finance function as it relates to other organizational roles, the use of capital budgeting techniques, other quantitative methods, and model building in decision making. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing, FNBSLW-344, or ACCOUNT-701. Not open to those who have an undergraduate finance degree. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yu, Spring 2007
Consideration of the finance function as it relates to other organizational roles, the use of capital budgeting techniques, other quantitative methods, and model building in decision making. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing, FNBSLW-344, or ACCOUNT-701. Not open to those who have an undergraduate finance degree. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yu, Spring 2007
FNBSLW 770 - Capital Budgeting
Description:
Financial planning for working capital management and long range investment projects. Emphasis on capital budgeting problem solving. Readings on capital budgeting and related topics, cost of capital structure, and dividend policy. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Zhu, Summer 2007
Financial planning for working capital management and long range investment projects. Emphasis on capital budgeting problem solving. Readings on capital budgeting and related topics, cost of capital structure, and dividend policy. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Zhu, Summer 2007
ITBE 734 - Introduction to Computer-Based Information Systems
Description:
A course applicable to all MBA students that examines the role and nature of Computer Based Information Systems (CBIS) in organizations and investigates the effects of these systems on managerial decision making. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of business environment, planning/organizing/controlling CBIS effort, and designing/implementing in a fourth generation language. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-705 or its equivalent or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Ambrose, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Basu, Summer 2006
A course applicable to all MBA students that examines the role and nature of Computer Based Information Systems (CBIS) in organizations and investigates the effects of these systems on managerial decision making. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of business environment, planning/organizing/controlling CBIS effort, and designing/implementing in a fourth generation language. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-705 or its equivalent or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Ambrose, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Basu, Summer 2006
ITBE 772 - Business Technologies
Description:
An overview of office systems technology, people, and procedures. The course is designed to assist the student in understanding the technologies involved in an office system with emphasis on the role of the End-User System Analyst. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yin, Summer 2007
An overview of office systems technology, people, and procedures. The course is designed to assist the student in understanding the technologies involved in an office system with emphasis on the role of the End-User System Analyst. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yin, Summer 2007
MANGEMNT 719 - Operations Management
Description:
A survey course focusing on the performance of managerial activities entailed in selecting, designing, operating, controlling, and updating productive systems. This life cycle approach will include treatment of non- manufacturing activities, and will draw heavily upon latest developments in the field. Prerequsite:
ECON-703, and MANGEMNT-705 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Summer 2007
As led by Prof. Madan, Summer 2007
A survey course focusing on the performance of managerial activities entailed in selecting, designing, operating, controlling, and updating productive systems. This life cycle approach will include treatment of non- manufacturing activities, and will draw heavily upon latest developments in the field. Prerequsite:
ECON-703, and MANGEMNT-705 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Summer 2007
As led by Prof. Madan, Summer 2007
MANGEMNT 768 - Operations Strategy
Description:
A course focusing on strategic implications of operations decisions facing the top manager, such as the operations vice-president or plant manager. Cases are used to identify, analyze and recommend solutions to specific problems resulting from corporate decisions taken in the areas of processes and infrastructure. Current trends in selected industries are discussed. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
A course focusing on strategic implications of operations decisions facing the top manager, such as the operations vice-president or plant manager. Cases are used to identify, analyze and recommend solutions to specific problems resulting from corporate decisions taken in the areas of processes and infrastructure. Current trends in selected industries are discussed. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
Fall 2009
ACCOUNT 701 - Accounting Foundations
Description:
This course involves an in-depth coverage of financial accounting topics similar to Accounting Concepts at the undergraduate level. The content includes a study of the accounting cycle, financial statement preparation and interpretation, assets, liabilities, and owner's equity. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Cummings, Fall 2006
This course involves an in-depth coverage of financial accounting topics similar to Accounting Concepts at the undergraduate level. The content includes a study of the accounting cycle, financial statement preparation and interpretation, assets, liabilities, and owner's equity. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Cummings, Fall 2006
ECON 704 - Economic Foundations
Description:
A study of micro and macro economic tools of analysis. The functioning of a market economy in product and factor markets under alternative market structures. National income, fiscal policy, and the role of the money supply. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Fall 2006
A study of micro and macro economic tools of analysis. The functioning of a market economy in product and factor markets under alternative market structures. National income, fiscal policy, and the role of the money supply. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Fall 2006
FNBSLW 755 - Multinational Business Finance
Description:
An advanced course of international financial principles covering major macroeconomic factors affecting international corporate decisions, foreign exchange transactions, hedging strategies, international capital structure decisions, capital budgeting, international financial markets, and taxation. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Moini, Fall 2006
An advanced course of international financial principles covering major macroeconomic factors affecting international corporate decisions, foreign exchange transactions, hedging strategies, international capital structure decisions, capital budgeting, international financial markets, and taxation. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Moini, Fall 2006
ITBE 740 - Business and Professional Communication
Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to communication theories and leadership strategies that, if applied in business settings, can improve personal and organizational goal setting, planning and evaluation. In addition, emphasis will be placed on fostering positive day-to-day human interactions as well as the continuous growth of both individuals and organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the application of concepts explored in class to management roles in a variety of business enterprises. As a result, extensive analysis of actual business communication is a major part of this course. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Statz, Summer 2007
This course is designed to introduce students to communication theories and leadership strategies that, if applied in business settings, can improve personal and organizational goal setting, planning and evaluation. In addition, emphasis will be placed on fostering positive day-to-day human interactions as well as the continuous growth of both individuals and organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the application of concepts explored in class to management roles in a variety of business enterprises. As a result, extensive analysis of actual business communication is a major part of this course. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Statz, Summer 2007
ITBE 775 - Business Telecommunications
Description:
The business analyses of the multifaceted regulatory issues, economic factors, management practices, and technological forces underpinning the telecommunications and information systems industry. The course is equally concerned with providing the student with the analytical tools and industry trends that will facilitate continued study and analyses of telecommunications after completion of the course. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Chenoweth, Spring 2006
The business analyses of the multifaceted regulatory issues, economic factors, management practices, and technological forces underpinning the telecommunications and information systems industry. The course is equally concerned with providing the student with the analytical tools and industry trends that will facilitate continued study and analyses of telecommunications after completion of the course. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Chenoweth, Spring 2006
MANGEMNT 745 - Building Effective Organizations
Description:
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 760 - Strategic Management of Human Resources
Description:
This course examines strategic human resources (HR) management and HR planning. Applicable theories and methods of strategic, operational, and tactical planning and their relationship to HR management are covered, as well as the multiple roles HR plays in assisting organizations to gain and sustain competitive advantages in a fast-paced environment. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not Available
This course examines strategic human resources (HR) management and HR planning. Applicable theories and methods of strategic, operational, and tactical planning and their relationship to HR management are covered, as well as the multiple roles HR plays in assisting organizations to gain and sustain competitive advantages in a fast-paced environment. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not Available
MANGEMNT 769 - Quality Issues in Operations
Description:
A course focusing on qualitative and quantitative techniques used to study and improve quality of operations in manufacturing and service organizations. It covers topics such as quality philosophy, statistical process control (SPC), acceptance sampling, tools for quality improvement, product and process design. The role of quality in the entire cycle including product/service design, development, production, delivery, and customer support is emphasized. An individual research paper and presentation covering the topic of interest will be used. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Fall 2006
A course focusing on qualitative and quantitative techniques used to study and improve quality of operations in manufacturing and service organizations. It covers topics such as quality philosophy, statistical process control (SPC), acceptance sampling, tools for quality improvement, product and process design. The role of quality in the entire cycle including product/service design, development, production, delivery, and customer support is emphasized. An individual research paper and presentation covering the topic of interest will be used. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 771 - Strategic Management Planning
Description:
The course surveys the theoretical backgrounds of strategic management. It also covers practical methods and applications of strategic management models based upon existing theory, research, and practice. Comparative analysis of emerging strategic management frameworks will be examined with implications for management practice. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
The course surveys the theoretical backgrounds of strategic management. It also covers practical methods and applications of strategic management models based upon existing theory, research, and practice. Comparative analysis of emerging strategic management frameworks will be examined with implications for management practice. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 777 - International Management
Description:
The course deals with concepts, issues, problems, and research in international management, with a focus on the international application of: (1) strategic management, (2) organizational theory and design, (3) organizational behavior, culture, conflict, leadership, and communication, (4) ethical issues, and (5) development, control, and coordination of international subsidiaries. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 Syllabi:
Not Available
The course deals with concepts, issues, problems, and research in international management, with a focus on the international application of: (1) strategic management, (2) organizational theory and design, (3) organizational behavior, culture, conflict, leadership, and communication, (4) ethical issues, and (5) development, control, and coordination of international subsidiaries. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 Syllabi:
Not Available
MANGEMNT 788 - Strategic Decision Making
Description:
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 731 - Advanced Statistical Methods
Description:
Applications of advanced statistical methods to managerial problems of prediction, inference, parametric and nonparametric, and decision making under uncertainty. Topics emphasized are multiple regression and time series. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing and demonstrated proficiency in mathematics and statistics or ECON-703, or MATH-143 and ECON-245 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Hsu, Fall 2006
Applications of advanced statistical methods to managerial problems of prediction, inference, parametric and nonparametric, and decision making under uncertainty. Topics emphasized are multiple regression and time series. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing and demonstrated proficiency in mathematics and statistics or ECON-703, or MATH-143 and ECON-245 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Hsu, Fall 2006
MARKETNG 761 - International Business (Marketing)
Description:
Fundamental aspects of international business will be studied. Emphasis is placed on decision making in an international setting and appraisal of market opportunities worldwide. Cases will be used to illustrate operational problems of multinational organizations as well as international intermediaries. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
Not Available
Fundamental aspects of international business will be studied. Emphasis is placed on decision making in an international setting and appraisal of market opportunities worldwide. Cases will be used to illustrate operational problems of multinational organizations as well as international intermediaries. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
Not Available
MARKETNG 766 - Ethics in the Marketplace
Description:
The course will focus primarily on issues related to the business/customer relationship, with customers being defined as both other organizations and consumers. The course will emphaize current issues such as privacy rights, pricing ethics, promotional tactics and targeting. Students will discuss topics, analyze cases, and write essays defending their opinions and suggesting strategies. The course will provide examples or both exemplary and poor busines behaviors. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Smith, Spring 2007
The course will focus primarily on issues related to the business/customer relationship, with customers being defined as both other organizations and consumers. The course will emphaize current issues such as privacy rights, pricing ethics, promotional tactics and targeting. Students will discuss topics, analyze cases, and write essays defending their opinions and suggesting strategies. The course will provide examples or both exemplary and poor busines behaviors. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Smith, Spring 2007
Spring 2010
ACCOUNT 725 - Profit Planning and Control
Description:
An in-depth look at the concepts and techniques of creating a firm's financial plan. Emphasis is on analysis of costs so as to predict future patterns, forecasting of sales, production costing, cash, and other components, while stressing the need for profitability analysis and evaluation of management performance. Prerequsite:
ACCOUNT-701 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Arora, Spring 2007
An in-depth look at the concepts and techniques of creating a firm's financial plan. Emphasis is on analysis of costs so as to predict future patterns, forecasting of sales, production costing, cash, and other components, while stressing the need for profitability analysis and evaluation of management performance. Prerequsite:
ACCOUNT-701 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Arora, Spring 2007
ECON 703 - Statistics Foundations
Description:
Introduction to descriptive statistics and basic statistical methods as applied to scientific problem solving and decision making. Topics covered include: descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory, theoretical distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, tests of hypothesis, simple linear regression and correlation analysis, and index numbers. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Glosser, Spring 2007
Introduction to descriptive statistics and basic statistical methods as applied to scientific problem solving and decision making. Topics covered include: descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory, theoretical distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, tests of hypothesis, simple linear regression and correlation analysis, and index numbers. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Glosser, Spring 2007
ECON 737 - Managerial Economics
Description:
Applications of micro-economic theory to problems of formulating managerial decisions. Emphasis on economics as a science that facilitates decision making. Topics considered include optimization techniques, risk analysis and estimation of demand and costs of production, market structures and pricing practice, and antitrust economics. Integrates theory and practice. Prerequsite:
ECON-703 or ECON-245 or equivalent and ECON-704, or ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Kashian, Spring 2007
Applications of micro-economic theory to problems of formulating managerial decisions. Emphasis on economics as a science that facilitates decision making. Topics considered include optimization techniques, risk analysis and estimation of demand and costs of production, market structures and pricing practice, and antitrust economics. Integrates theory and practice. Prerequsite:
ECON-703 or ECON-245 or equivalent and ECON-704, or ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Kashian, Spring 2007
FNBSLW 718 - Financial Management
Description:
Consideration of the finance function as it relates to other organizational roles, the use of capital budgeting techniques, other quantitative methods, and model building in decision making. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing, FNBSLW-344, or ACCOUNT-701. Not open to those who have an undergraduate finance degree. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yu, Spring 2007
Consideration of the finance function as it relates to other organizational roles, the use of capital budgeting techniques, other quantitative methods, and model building in decision making. Prerequsite:
Graduate standing, FNBSLW-344, or ACCOUNT-701. Not open to those who have an undergraduate finance degree. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Yu, Spring 2007
FNBSLW 780 - Portfolio Theory and Practice
Description:
Formulation of objectives and the development of portfolios to meet these objectives for individuals and institutions. Special attention will be focused on statistical and analytical techniques for portfolio selection and management. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 and MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Porter, Spring 2007
Formulation of objectives and the development of portfolios to meet these objectives for individuals and institutions. Special attention will be focused on statistical and analytical techniques for portfolio selection and management. Prerequsite:
FNBSLW-344 or FNBSLW-718 and MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor. Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Porter, Spring 2007
MANGEMNT 738 - Managmeent of Technology
Description:
This is a graduate course designed to acquaint the student with the foundations and the processes of research, development, technology, and innovation. This course draws upon current literatures in the management of engineering and technology-based organizations. Students are exposed to the workings of technology within the company, from its generation in the research and development function, to its commercialization as new products and services. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Summer 2007
This is a graduate course designed to acquaint the student with the foundations and the processes of research, development, technology, and innovation. This course draws upon current literatures in the management of engineering and technology-based organizations. Students are exposed to the workings of technology within the company, from its generation in the research and development function, to its commercialization as new products and services. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Drago, Summer 2007
MANGEMNT 745 - Building Effective Orginizations
Description:
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
The course surveys concepts and research in the analysis of an organization. It examines the history of organization theory, as well as environmental and technological influences on organizational effectiveness. Contemporary developments in management and organization theory are also reviewed. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Tourigny, Spring 2007
As led by Prof. Drago, Fall 2006
MANGEMNT 752 - Current Issues in Compensation and Benefits
Description:
An examination of compensation programs in profit/nonprofit organizations. It is concerned with a detailed study of job structures, job evaluation, performance appraisal, wage surveys, basic systems/plans of compensation, and fringe benefits. Attention is focused on a limited number of topics from these areas so more crucial concepts and methods may be dealt with in-depth. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Summer 2007
An examination of compensation programs in profit/nonprofit organizations. It is concerned with a detailed study of job structures, job evaluation, performance appraisal, wage surveys, basic systems/plans of compensation, and fringe benefits. Attention is focused on a limited number of topics from these areas so more crucial concepts and methods may be dealt with in-depth. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Wagner, Summer 2007
MANGEMNT 759 - Social Responsibility of Business
Description:
This course analyzes (1) A broad spectrum of social, political, ethical, and legal frameworks within which organizations must function, and (2) Social trends and their underlying causes as they can affect businesses. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 or FNBSLW-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Parboteeah, Spring 2007
This course analyzes (1) A broad spectrum of social, political, ethical, and legal frameworks within which organizations must function, and (2) Social trends and their underlying causes as they can affect businesses. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-745 or MANGEMNT-721 or FNBSLW-721 Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Parboteeah, Spring 2007
MANGEMNT 761 - Supply Chain Systems
Description:
The course uses a supply chain management framework to study flow of material. Topics include capacity planning, production systems, production planning, material planning, sourcing, and delivery of products. In addition, the role of information systems in integrating oprations throughout the supply chain is discussed. The course uses case studies and research presentations. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
The course uses a supply chain management framework to study flow of material. Topics include capacity planning, production systems, production planning, material planning, sourcing, and delivery of products. In addition, the role of information systems in integrating oprations throughout the supply chain is discussed. The course uses case studies and research presentations. Prerequsite:
MANGEMNT-719 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bramorski, Spring 2007
MANGEMNT 788 - Strategic Decision Making
Description:
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
The course analyzes organizational environments from the perspective of top management in their efforts to manage a firm's mission, goals and corporate strategy. Case analyses are used extensively to provide students with an opportunity to apply course content to real businesses. Corporate social responsibility and business ethics are also covered. Prerequsite:
Last semester of program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Bronson, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 733 - Seminar in Methodology of Business Research
Description:
Designed to acquaint graduate students with the research process, its tools and techniques, as well as the methods which form a basis for business planning, decision making, and problem solving. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Maity, Spring 2007
Designed to acquaint graduate students with the research process, its tools and techniques, as well as the methods which form a basis for business planning, decision making, and problem solving. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-731 or consent of instructor Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Maity, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 751 - Buyer Behavior
Description:
The study and explanation of the behavior of consumers, research methods and findings from the behavioral sciences. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Smith, Spring 2007
The study and explanation of the behavior of consumers, research methods and findings from the behavioral sciences. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Smith, Spring 2007
MARKETNG 775 - Database Marketing
Description:
This course is designed to increase students' understanding of how technology, specifically the customer database, is used to design and implement marketing strategies. Special attention will be devoted to understanding one-to-one buyer-seller relationships, studying the types of information needed in a customer database, and how this information can be integrated into the marketing decision making process. Special attention is devoted to utilizing statistical analyses to understand relationships. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent undergraduate course, MARKETNG-731 or MARKETNG-732 Syllabi:
Not Available
This course is designed to increase students' understanding of how technology, specifically the customer database, is used to design and implement marketing strategies. Special attention will be devoted to understanding one-to-one buyer-seller relationships, studying the types of information needed in a customer database, and how this information can be integrated into the marketing decision making process. Special attention is devoted to utilizing statistical analyses to understand relationships. Prerequsite:
MARKETNG-716 or equivalent undergraduate course, MARKETNG-731 or MARKETNG-732 Syllabi:
Not Available
MCS 785 - Information Systems Project Management
Description:
This course will provide students with pragmatic guidance in the management of IS projects by analyzing critical success factors, skills and techniques required to successfully organize, plan, schedule, monitor, and control projects. Cost and schedule estimation techniques are presented together with proposal writing, project planning, team building, negotiation/communication, risk management, alternative technology assessment, and quality measurement techniques. Prerequsite:
MCS-754 and students must be admitted to the CIS Master's Degree program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Basu, Spring 2007
This course will provide students with pragmatic guidance in the management of IS projects by analyzing critical success factors, skills and techniques required to successfully organize, plan, schedule, monitor, and control projects. Cost and schedule estimation techniques are presented together with proposal writing, project planning, team building, negotiation/communication, risk management, alternative technology assessment, and quality measurement techniques. Prerequsite:
MCS-754 and students must be admitted to the CIS Master's Degree program Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Basu, Spring 2007
Summer 2010
ECON 758 - Advanced International Economics
Description:
A study of international trade and finance issues; multinational enterprises, international investments, currency problems, and balance of payments issues. Analyzes the structure and scope of world trade and international financial markets in developed and developing countries. Prerequsite:
ECON-704 or ECON-202 and ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Spring 2006
A study of international trade and finance issues; multinational enterprises, international investments, currency problems, and balance of payments issues. Analyzes the structure and scope of world trade and international financial markets in developed and developing countries. Prerequsite:
ECON-704 or ECON-202 and ECON-201 or equivalent Syllabi:
As led by Prof. Heinrich, Spring 2006
FNBSLW 721 - Legal Environment of Business
Description:
Macro Law (the nature, formation, and application of law in general) stressed in the environmental approach. The course includes the study of legislation relating to consumer protection, product liability, labor law, securities regulation, and antitrust legislation. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not Available
Macro Law (the nature, formation, and application of law in general) stressed in the environmental approach. The course includes the study of legislation relating to consumer protection, product liability, labor law, securities regulation, and antitrust legislation. Prerequsite:
None Syllabi:
Not Available