BUS 1000
Business Orientation – .5 credits
Orients freshmen and transfer students to College of Business programs, academic and student services, professional organizations, and career possibilities. This course is not currently being offered. For information about when it may be offered, contact the College of Business.
BUS 2250
Introductory Internship – 1-9 credits
Introductory-level experience in a career-related position approved by the Cooperative Education Office. One credit for every 75 hours of internship experience, with a maximum of 9 credits. A maximum of 12 credits of 2250 and 4250 combined can be counted toward the minimum degree requirements for the College of Business.
Semester(s) Taught: F,Sp,Su
BUS 3010
Intermediate Accounting – 1-3 credits
Study at the intermediate level in accounting theory and practice relating to financial reporting of assets.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; grade of B-or better in ACCT 2010.
BUS 3020
Intermediate Accounting II – 3 credits
Study at the intermediate level in accounting theory and practice relating to financial reporting of liabilities and equities.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; BUS 3010
BUS 3100 DSS
Survey of Management Information Systems – 3 credits
Survey of business uses of information technology, emphasizing vocabulary, concepts, career emphases, and systems components. Includes general systems theory and business functional information subsystems (e.g., accounting, management, finance, and marketing).
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; and Computer and Information Literacy (CIL) Exam, OSS 1400, or equivalent
Semester(s) Taught: F,Sp,Su
BUS 3110 DSS
Management Fundamentals – 3 credits
Study of the role of management, leadership theory, defining goals, organizing work, and managing performance.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
BUS 3250
Discussions With Business Leaders – 1 credits
Introduces current business trends, issues, and problems. This is accomplished through readings and discussions, as well as by required attendance at Deans Convocation, Partners in Business, and other appropriate business seminars.
Semester(s) Taught: F,Sp
BUS 3310
Managerial Cost Accounting – 3 credits
Intermediate level of accounting and interpretation of accounting information for internal decision-making and control.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; ACCT 2020.
BUS 3330
Essentials of Database Systems – 3 credits
Includes essential theory of database systems in areas such as E/R design, relational design, the SQL language, and distributed databases.
Prerequisites: BIS 2100, completion of at least 40 credits, and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
BUS 3400 QI
Finance Fundamentals – 3 credits
Study of basic financial management principles, methods, and policies for business.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; ACCT 2010; MATH 1050; choose one statistics course from STAT 1040, 2300, 3000, or PSY 2800.
BUS 3410
Federal Income Tax – 3 credits
Study of tax law and procedures for individuals, with an introduction to corporations and other entities.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
BUS 3500
Marketing Principles – 3 credits
Study of basic marketing principles, functions, concepts, and terminology.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
BUS 3510
Business Programming – 3 credits
Includes basics of business systems development using programming languages supporting the Windows environment.
Prerequisites: BIS 2100, completion of at least 40 credits, and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
BUS 3700
Operations Management Fundamentals – 3 credits
Study of basic concepts and tools relating to managing the operations of a business.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; MATH 1100 or 1210; STAT 2300 or 3000
BUS 4010
Selected Topics in Finance – 3 credits
Selected topics in finance pursued in depth. Topics may vary.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; BUS 3400
BUS 4020
Selected Topics in Marketing – 3 credits
Selected topics in marketing pursued in depth. Topics may vary.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; BUS 3500
BUS 4030
Selected Topics in Management – 3 credits
Selected topics in management pursued in depth. Topics may vary.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and completion of at least 40 credits.
BUS 4040
Selected Topics in Human Resources – 3 credits
Selected topics in human resources pursued in depth. Topics may vary.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and completion of at least 40 credits.
BUS 4050
Selected Topics in Information Systems – 3 credits
Selected topics in information systems pursued in depth. Topics may vary.
Prerequisites: BUS 3330, completion of at least 40 credits, and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
BUS 4250
Advanced Internship – 1-9 credits
Advanced or middle-level internship experience in a career-related position approved by the Cooperative Education Office. One credit for every 75 hours of internship experience, with a maximum of 9 credits.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
Semester(s) Taught: F,Sp,Su
BUS 4880 CI
Business Strategy – 3 credits
Capstone course dealing with the processes of operating a business venture. Emphasizes market entry, finance, operations, managing growth, business ethics, and social responsibility. Addresses entrepreneurial issues and global strategies.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; BUS 3110, 3400, 3500, 3700.
BUS 5100
Systems Analysis and Design and Project Management – 3 credits
Requires students to build an information system using state-of-the-art analysis and design principles, as well as project management essentials. The project must be completed for an external organization using state-of-the-art software.
Prerequisites: 3330, 3510, completion of at least 40 credits, and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
BUS 6250
Graduate Internship – 3 credits
Graduate-level internship in a career-related position for graduate students wishing to develop or expand their occupational experience. Maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
Semester(s) Taught: F,Sp,Su
BUS 6310
MBA Career Development – .5 credits
Provides background in theory and practice of career development, including student assessment, organizational entry, and career planning and mentoring.
Semester(s) Taught: F,Sp,Su
BUS 6860
Applied Business Research – 3 credits
Provides students with the capability to design and conduct applied business research projects in all areas of business. Introduces students to the philosophy of science, research design, measurement and scaling, reliability and validity, communication of research results, and other topics.
Semester(s) Taught: Sp
BUS 3610
Introduction to Entrepreneurship – 3 credits
Introduction to entrepreneurship and the initial developmental processes of new ventures. Helps students become familiar with entrepreneurship, its role in the economy, and its viability as a career path. Focuses on identifying and analyzing potential business opportunities.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and completion of at least 40 credits.
BUS 3620
Developing Entrepreneurial Competencies – 3 credits
Focuses on the development of persuasion, delegation, organizational, leadership, and other practical competencies for individuals who launch businesses and/or play a significant role in their growth.
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and completion of at least 40 credits.
BUS 3710
Interpersonal and Team Skills – 3 credits
Focuses on the role of teams and interpersonal relationships in emerging organizations. Designed to help individuals and teams learn the skills needed for organizational effectiveness. Uses examples and exercises relevant to emerging organizations.