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Marketing Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400; 417, 445 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. NOTE: Not all courses are offered every year. Many elective courses are offered only once each year. See the online Timetable of Classes for current offerings. Consult department for answers to specific questions. |
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MKTG 481 - Advanced Marketing Research and Analysis
Focuses on advanced questionnaire design, enhancing the validity of survey research, value of information and multivariate analysis of market research data. The course is based around a market research project completed for a real business client.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted, MKTG 381, MKTG 382, DSCI 305
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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MKTG 482 - Personal Selling and Sales Management
Planning and implementation of personal selling activities. Management of the sales force – objectives, recruiting, selection, training, motivation, compensation, evaluation and control. Emphasis on sustainable business-to-business selling.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted, MKTG 382
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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MKTG 483 - Integrated Marketing Communications
Covers the different types of marketing communications and how to integrate them into a coherent IMC plan: advertising (media and creative strategies), sales promotion, public relations, direct marketing, event sponsorship, brand placement, internet advertising, search engine optimization, web site design, and viral communication tactics (e.g., social networks, user-generated content). Emphasis is on “new media” and Web 2.0 strategies. Students develop a comprehensive IMC plan for an existing or invented product or service.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted, MKTG 381, MKTG 382
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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MKTG 484 - Retailing
Administration and strategic planning in large and small retail firms. Management of retail functions: stock planning, inventory control, markup and pricing, retail accounting, merchandising, retail promotion, human resources management, store location, design and layout, legal and ethical issues, information systems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted, MKTG 381, MKTG 382.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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MKTG 486 - International Marketing Management
Formulation and implementation of international marketing strategies. Analysis of the contemporary global marketing environment, marketing mix issues and decisions in international markets, global competitive analysis and strategy, organizing for international marketing, current problems and practices in multinational firms.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted, MKTG 380
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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MKTG 487 - Nonprofit Marketing
Marketing strategies for all types of nonprofit organizations. Includes marketing mix, as well as fund raising, volunteer management, nonprofit branding, and the use of public media.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted, MKTG 381
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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MKTG 488 - Topics in Marketing
Varying topics in marketing such as distribution systems, marketing on the internet, geographic information systems in business and direct marketing. Repeatable with various topics to a maximum of 8 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted, Vary by topic; instructor permission required.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
Repeatability: Repeatable
Maximum Repeatability: 8 credits
College of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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MKTG 489 - Marketing Management and Strategy
Application of marketing management and strategic concepts in a case problem and market simulation format. Emphasis on marketing planning, implementation of the marketing mix and utilization of market research information.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Major restricted, MKTG 381, MKTG 382, and two 400-level MKTG courses (excluding MKTG 480, 490).
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
College of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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MKTG 490 - Customized Internship in Marketing
Practical application of skills and theories learned in the classroom through work or special project experience in public or private organizations. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 cr, only 4 cr of which may be applied to the marketing concentration. Cannot be applied to the concentration.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Majors only. MKTG 381 and MKTG 382; permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 TO 4
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 12
Coll of Business and Economics
Finance & Marketing
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Master of Business Admin Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400, 500; 417, 445, 517, 545 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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MBA 502 - Microeconomics
An analytic approach to the theory of the consumer, the firm and markets. Emphasis is placed on the development of managerial tools for understanding supply and demand concepts and the determination of prices in various market settings for both outputs and inputs. The problems of market efficiency, externalities and public goods are also considered from an analytical and policy perspective.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 503 - Macroeconomics
The study of the national economy and the interpretation of national economic performance. Material includes the causes and policy remedies for business cycles, unemployment, inflation and the twin deficits (government and foreign trade). Topics such as Keynesian and classical theories, monetary and fiscal policy, and international trade are studied in an analytic perspective with emphasis on the behavior of business cycles and the issues facing the national economy in an international setting.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 504 - Statistical Methods
Provides an understanding of some of the tools that enable a manager to analyze information, including data analysis, probability distributions, statistical inference and hypothesis testing, and multivariate regression analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 505 - Business Finance
Objectives, tools and techniques of finance from the viewpoint of the financial manager of a manufacturing firm. Focus is on corporate financial decisions encompassing investment, financing, dividends and working capital management, including an introduction to financial instruments and markets.
Prerequisites & Notes:
admit to MBA program; MBA 510
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
College of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 506 - Corporate Information Systems Management
Case study of the current and potential applications of information technology to enhance the competitive posture of the corporation. Uses of information technology throughout the organization; management and control of the information technology function.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 507 - Managing Organizations and People
The purpose of this course is to help students understand the complexities of organizations. It provides exposure to theories of organization, important organizational issues and processes, and a variety of strategies and tactics useful to successfully manage organizations and people.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
College of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 508 - Operations Management
Surveys the fundamentals of operations management and further develops the student’s competence through case analyses. Dual emphasis on concepts and applications prepares students for all aspects of managing an operation. Detailed coverage of operations design, planning and control.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 509 - Marketing Management
Staffing, direction and coordination of organizational marketing activities. Development of new products and integration with current activities to meet evolving market needs. Includes sales and advertising in both national and international markets.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 510 - Financial Accounting and Reporting Concepts
Introduction to financial statements and the concepts, principles and theories of asset valuation and income determination underlying their preparation. Analysis and interpretation of financial statements in the perspective of the management decision-making process.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 511 - Managerial Accounting
Conceptual approach to managerial accounting’s role in an organization. Emphasis on the use of accounting information for management decision making. Topics include accounting for planning and control purposes, behavioral implications associated with accounting informations, budgeting and various quantitative techniques available.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 514 - Managerial Foundations
Introduction to professional management and foundation coverage of managerial skills, microeconomics, global competition, financial reporting, and business statistics
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 16
Grade Mode: Letter
College of Business and Economics
Master of Business Administration Program
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MBA 515 - Internal and External Forces Impacting the Manager
Examination of the range of internal and external forces that impact managerial decisions. Topics include global competition, the national and international economy, corporate information systems, foundation concepts in marketing, operations management, finance, people and organizations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 514
Credits: 16
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 516 - Managerial Decisions
Links managerial decisions with specific functional areas of study such as marketing, operations, accounting, finance, and organizational behavior. The focus of these modules is cross-functional decision making in the context of global competition.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 515 or admission to accelerated full-time MBA program
Credits: 16
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 523 - Negotiations and Labor Relations
Analysis, explanation, and evaluation of negotiation in organizations. Application of negotiations to labor relations in unionized and non-unionized workplaces. Issues include pre-employment discussions, collective bargaining, arbitration, mediation, agency, renegotiating contracts, and multiparty discussions.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 524 - Management and Leadership Skills
Interpersonal skill building in critical management areas including stress management, delegation, communication, power and influence, meetings and conflict management.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 525 - Seminar in Management
Intensive examination of selected topics in management. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 8
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 527 - Ethics in Business Decisions
An investigation of ethical theories and their application to issues faced by managers. An analysis of the morality of capitalism as a social system, and the ethical issues involved in international business operations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 528 - Diversity in Organizations
An examination of how diversity in organizations places increasingly complex demands and creates new opportunities for organizations in managing human capital.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 529 - Influence, Power and Politics in Organizations
The analysis, explanation and evaluation of power and politics in organizations. Introduces frameworks for assessing the sources of power in organizations, the conditions that lead to its attainment, and its effective use from both a practical and an ethical perspective.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 532 - Marketing Strategy
Integration of marketing principles with overall objectives of the organization. Concepts and analytical techniques facilitating marketing analysis and the development of strategic plans. Strategy formulation in product planning and development, distribution and promotion, marketing research, and consumer behavior.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 509 or MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 534 - Seminar in Marketing
Focuses on selected traditional and contemporary topics in marketing theory, planning, strategy, management and practice. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 8
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 535 - Buyer and Consumer Behavior
An overview of the theories and research that underlie the analysis of buyer and consumer behavior central to the formulation of marketing tactics and strategic plans.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 539 - Seminar in International Business
Intensive examination of selected topics in international business. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 cr.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 8
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 541 - Managerial Finance
Theory and policy implications of financial decision making. Emphasis on valuation, long-term financing and investment/merger decisions.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 505, MBA 511; or MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 542 - Equity Markets and Portfolio Analysis
An examination of investment risk and return, the operation of equity securities markets, equity valuation models, modern portfolio theory and portfolio management. Also includes capital market efficiency, stock options and mutual funds.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 543 - Financial Markets, Derivative Instruments and Risk Management
A mix of seminars and case discussions are used to study the application of recent innovations in financial management. Includes financial futures and options as well as interest rate caps, floors, collars and swaps. Foreign currency risk exposure and management are studied in the context of international financial management. Other topics include pension fund design and management, asset securitization and financial distress.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 544 - Seminar in Finance
Intensive examination of selected topics in finance. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 8
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 551 - Managerial Economics
Economic analysis provides the framework to consider the problems of resource allocations that confront managers in business, government and nonprofit environments. Topics include consumer choice and demand for products, production and cost functions, alternative market structures and the profit criteria for long-run planning and investment decisions.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 502, MBA 503, MBA 504; or MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 555 - Seminar in Economics
Intensive examination of selected topics in economics. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 8
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 561 - Professional Auditing
In-depth exposure to a variety of aspects of the theory and practice of professional auditing. Topics may include auditing philosophy, history and research; economic function of audits; professional standards and malpractice; new auditing techniques and services. Cases, readings, individual research and discussion.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516, ACCT 461 or equivalent
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 562 - Taxation
A continuation of taxation topics, with emphasis on compensation and retirement planning, estate, gift and trust taxation, and international taxation. Advanced research, planning, and tax policy are also a fundamental part of the course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 565 - Seminar in Accounting
Intensive examination of selected topics in accounting. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 8
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 566 - Managerial Accounting and Control
Seminar/case study course. Focus on managerial accounting topics such as responsibility centers and transfer pricing; budgeting; and analysis of performance. Examines managerial accounting in international, service and not-for-profit entities.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 567 - Financial Statement Presentation and Analysis
Study of reporting issues from a management perspective. Introduction to the tools and techniques of financial statement analysis. Use of financial statements by external and internal decision makers. Emphasis on the development of communication and computer skills.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 572 - Information Systems for Management Decision Making
How information systems technologies can be used to support the decision-making activities of managers. Several types of management support systems are explored, including Decision Support Systems (DSS), Group Support Systems (GSS), and Executive Information Systems (EIS). Includes the use of application development software to build DSS prototypes following appropriate design techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 574 - Enterprise Resource Planning
The course introduces students to the integrated business planning and execution systems currently in use by most large and medium-sized organizations. Although the course is taught primarily from the vantage point of the supply chain management function, the cross-functional nature of the topic requires discussion of the marketing, accounting, and human resources components of ERP as well. Students will also gain experience with SAP R/3 and a small-market ERP package.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 575 - Seminar in Decision Sciences
Intensive examination of selected topics in decision sciences. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 8
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 585 - Seminar in Environmental Management
This course stresses the appropriateness of assessing the impact(s) of corporate action on the natural environment. Primary consideration will be given to the organizational implications of shifting from the traditional input-process-output (“cradle-to-grave”) organization model to an input-process-output-input (“cradle-to-cradle”) mindset. Strategic business opportunities associated with an evolving consumer environmental consciousness will be explored.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admitted Graduate Student within College of Business and Economics.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 591 - Business Policy
Study of administration and policy making from a top-management viewpoint. Integrates the marketing, financial, production and functional fields of management within a strategic management framework. Case study and simulation techniques used. (MBA program comprehensive exam, in the form of an integrated case, is a part of the course.) Normally taken in the last quarter of the program.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MBA 516 or MBA 595
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 594 - Introduction to Professional Management
Explores the responsibilities and tasks of management, the characteristics of successful managers, various contexts of management, elements of strategic decision making at various levels of the organization, and an introduction to global business issues.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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MBA 595 - Competing in a Global Environment
Explores the effect of various aspects of globalization on markets, managers, and business strategy, with emphasis on both corporate and functional-level issues.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Master of Business Admin
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Master of Professional ACCT Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400, 500; 417, 445, 517, 545 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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MPAC 521 - Seminar in Accounting Information Systems
A seminar designed to study elements of accounting information systems, including technological aspects. The content includes a combination of theory and practical application. Conceptual modeling, implementation of accounting transaction processing systems, enterprise value chains, business processes, documentation, and control requirements are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACCT 321 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 531 - Accounting Communications
This course will focus on developing skills for communication as a professional accountant in an organizational setting and is intended to enhance the experience of students enrolled in MPAcc 590, Internship in Professional Accounting. This is an online course that includes student-led discussions, team tasks, reflective journaling, and a variety of other individual assignments aimed at enhancing communication skills in a professional accounting setting. Short readings will cover organizational communications research applicable to accounting firms.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 535 - Seminar in Management Accounting
Using cases, students will gain the analytical skills needed to both implement well designed management systems, and to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of existing systems. Topics will include budgeting, resource allocation, performance measurement, evaluation and reward, change management, and transfer pricing.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACCT 331 or equivalent
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 541 - Seminar in Advanced Financial Accounting
This course develops accounting skills for business combinations, consolidated financial statements, partnerships, corporate reorganizations, segment reporting, and foreign currency financial statements. Critical thinking, teamwork, and communications skills will be emphasized along with current technology used in accounting practice.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACCT 343 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 545 - Seminar in Accounting Theory
A study of accounting theory underlying current practice. This course is designed to develop awareness of and ability to utilize knowledge including significant historical components, key stakeholders and their issues, political and regulatory processes, and critical perspectives on accounting and its role in society.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACCT 343 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 551 - Seminar in International Accounting
This course explores how various accounting topics and issues are addressed within an international context, including a comparative analysis of accounting measurement, disclosure and financial reporting requirements in different countries within the framework of global harmonization efforts. In addition, the impact of accounting issues on multinational business operations is discussed and students will study a ‘non-home’ country in depth.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACCT 343 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 561 - Seminar in Professional Auditing
Provides in-depth exposure to a variety of aspects of the theory and practice of professional auditing. Topics may include auditing philosophy, history and research; economic function of audits; professional standards and malpractice; mew auditing techniques and services. Activities include cases, readings, individual research and discussion.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACCT 461 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 565 - Special Topics in Accounting
This is an advanced course in accounting that examines a broad range of issues that are of current concern to both the accounting profession and users of accounting information. The course content will vary to provide opportunities to study current issues in accounting.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 571 - Seminar in Law for Accountants
Using cases, texts, lecture and discussion, students examine legal issues important to accountants, including: administrative law-making; agency, business organizations; negotiable instruments, bank deposits, intellectual property; aspects of real and personal property security, bankruptcy; lobbying and campaign finance regulations; and accountants’ professional liability.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACCT 470 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 575 - Seminar in Taxation
Tax from a managerial perspective, with emphasis on the identification and examination of tax problems and potential tax opportunities. Students will examine the choice of different business entities for tax purposes, compensation and succession planning, and tax planning for investments.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACC 375 of equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 581 - Ethics and Accountability
This is a capstone course in the MPAcc program introducing ethical systems used for decision making and public reporting taken from a professional accounting perspective and integrating notions of entity social responsibility with a global business perspective.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 585 - Sustainability Accounting and Reporting
Through reading several books and examining some Triple Bottom Line (TBL)-related websites in detail, course participants will study the overall themes and examples of TBL offered by various authors and organizations. Our directed conversations will focus on an analysis and synthesis of these themes, the credibility the proposals and attempts, and the general applicability of the TBL concept.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ACCT 343 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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MPAC 590 - Internship in Professional Accounting
Practical application of academic curriculum beyond that contained in graduate coursework. A one quarter internship under supervision with an approved certified public accounting firm, business entity, not-for-profit organization, or government agency. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Approval of the Internship Coordinator: Co-req: MPAC 531
Credits: 12
Grade Mode: S/U
Coll of Business and Economics
Accounting
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Materials Science Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400; 417, 445 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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MSCI 101 - The Materials Revolution
An introductory course designed to facilitate a basic understanding of the materials science fundamentals behind the development of today’s most important and innovative materials. Topics include: nanomaterials, smart materials, advanced composite materials, and semiconductors. Other important basics such as building materials from atoms, structures, synthesis, materials failures, and sustainability will also be covered.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Freshman status or permission - FYE
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: SCI
Sciences and Technology
Materials Science
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MSCI 201 - Introduction to Engineering Materials
The relationship between the properties, structure and processes of engineering materials is discussed. Emphasis on the fundamentals of selecting materials based on engineering design criteria. Also offered as ETEC 220.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 121 or CHEM 125; MATH 115 or MATH 118; PHYS 121 or concurrent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Materials Science
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MSCI 320 - Introduction to Materials Science I
The first course in a three course interdisciplinary sequence designed to cover the fundamental concepts of materials science. Basic atomic structures, basic organic and polymer chemistry, synthesis of organic materials, polymers, composites, and basic characterization methods are covered in this first overview course. ETEC majors may substitute ETEC 333 + 334 + CHEM 251 for MSCI 320.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CHEM 123 or CHEM 225.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Materials Science
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MSCI 330 - Introduction to Materials Science II
The second course in a three course interdisciplinary sequence designed to cover the fundamental concepts of materials science. Electrical, magnetic and optical properties and structures of materials are emphasized in this second overview course. ETEC majors may substitute ETEC 333 + 334 + CHEM 251 for MSCI 320.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 125 or MATH 135 or MATH 138; PHYS 121, PHYS 122, PHYS 123; MSCI 320
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Materials Science
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MSCI 410 - Characterization of Materials
The third course in a three course interdisciplinary sequence designed to cover the fundamental concepts of materials science. Theory and operating principals of external and internal characterization of materials such as: electron microscopy, x-ray chemical microanalysis, optical microscopy, thermal, magnetic and structural analysis, polymer processing and analysis, thin film preparation and characterization, and x-ray diffraction. Laboratory experience and projects are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MSCI 330 or CHEM 461 or GEOL 306
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Materials Science
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MSCI 491 - Independent Research or Internship in Materials Science I
Undergraduate research in materials science or an undergraduate internship in materials science in industry under supervision.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MSCI 330.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Materials Science
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MSCI 492 - Independent Research or Internship in Materials Science II
Undergraduate research in materials science or an undergraduate internship in materials science in industry under supervision.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MSCI 330.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
Sciences and Technology
Materials Science
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Mathematics Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400, 500; 417, 445, 517, 545 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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MATH 99 - Introductory Algebra
Gain skill working with algebraic language and concepts using graphs, tables and algebraic expressions and equations in order to prepare for math 112. Develop problem solving abilities and understanding. Polynomials, exponents, roots, radicals, and linear equations and inequalities and their graphs. Pass/Fail grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
NOTE: This course will fulfill 5 credits towards financial aid and veterans benefits requirements only. Students who are enrolled in fewer than 10 credits will be assessed a per credit charge for the course. No credit will be allowed toward the graduation requirements of 180 credits.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: S/U
Maximum Repeatability: 99
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MATH 101 - Functions and Algebraic Methods for K-8 Teachers
Designed for prospective K-8 teachers. Emphasizes pattern recognition and generalization, building mathematical models and problem solving. Supporting topics include polynomials, linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, graphs, rational expressions and functions. Graphing calculators required. Cannot be counted toward majors or minors in mathematics or computer science.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Intermediate Math Placement Test score or college intermediate algebra course with a C- or better; instructor permission
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 106 - Quantitative Reasoning
Develops abilities to understand quantitative information and make reasoned decisions using it. Focus is on reasoning and symbolic and quantitative models as they are commonly encountered in personal life, careers and public issues.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 107 - Mathematical Reasoning and Its Applications
Reading quantitative information, reasoning, personal finance, data display and summary, assessing risk; quantitative decisions in life, careers, and public issues. Students interested in taking higher level mathematics courses should instead take a course from MATH 112, 114, 118, 124, 156, 157 or 240. Note: This course is not an acceptable prereq for MATH 112.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Intermediate Math Placement Test score or C- or better in MATH 112 or MATH 106, or college intermediate algebra course
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 112 - Functions and Algebraic Methods
Pattern recognition and generalization, building mathematical models and problem solving are emphasized. Supporting topics include polynomials, linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, graphs, rational expressions, radicals and functions. Graphing calculator required. Cannot be counted toward majors or minors in mathematics or computer science.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Intermediate Math Placement Test score, MATH 99 or completion of a college intermediate algebra course with a C- or better. Note: Neither MATH 106 or MATH 107 are acceptable pre-requisites for this course.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 114 - Precalculus I
Data analysis, functions as mathematical models, functions and their graphs. Graphing calculators are required. Cannot be counted toward majors or minors in mathematics or computer science. Students needing math for GUR purposes only should consider MATH 107 instead of MATH 114.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Intermediate Math Placement Test score or MATH 112 with a C- or better
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 115 - Precalculus II
Data analysis, modeling, trigonometry, inverse functions. Graphing calculator required. Cannot be counted toward majors or minors in mathematics or computer science.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 114 with C- or better at WWU
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 118 - Accelerated Precalculus
Not open to students who have taken a lower numbered mathematics course at Western. Functions as mathematical models, functions and their graphs, inverse functions, trigonometry. Graphing calculator required. Cannot be counted toward majors or minors in mathematics or computer science.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Intermediate or Advanced Math Placement Test score
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 119A - Topics in Mathematics
A supplement to one or more math courses offered at the 100 level. Repeatable, subject to permission of department.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 TO 15
Grade Mode: L
Maximum Repeatability: 98
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MATH 119B - Topics in Mathematics
A supplement to one or more math courses offered at the 100 level. Repeatable, subject to permission of department. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 TO 15
Grade Mode: S/U
Maximum Repeatability: 98
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MATH 124 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
Average and instantaneous rates of change, interpretation, computation, and application of derivatives to optimization, rates, graphing, and antiderivative problems. Graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Advanced Math Placement Test score or C- or better in MATH 115 or MATH 118 at WWU
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 125 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
The definite integral, techniques of integration, applications including area and volume, growth and decay, introduction to differential equations.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 124 or MATH 134.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 134 - Calculus I Honors
Intended for particularly strong students. Average and instantaneous rates of change, interpretation, computation, and application of derivatives to optimization, rates, graphing, and antiderivative problems. Frequent writing assignments. Graphing calculator required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Suitable score on the Advanced Mathematics Placement test or an A in MATH 115 or MATH 118, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 135 - Calculus II Honors
Intended for particularly strong students. Riemann sums and the definite integral, interpretation and application to area, volume, growth and decay, techniques of integration. Introduction to differential equations. Frequent writing assignments.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 124 or MATH 134, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 138 - Accelerated Calculus
Designed for entering freshmen who are thoroughly familiar with the computational aspects of single variable calculus. Students study selected topics from MATH 124 and 125 from a more conceptual point of view. Students who complete this course receive five credits of advanced placement (unless previously received). Not open to students who have taken MATH 124 or 125. Offered fall quarter only. AP mathematics credit and MATH 138 are equivalent to MATH 124 and 125.
Prerequisites & Notes:
One year Advanced Placement level high school calculus
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 156 - Algebra With Applications to Business and Economics
Equations and inequalities, graphs and functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, applications to finance. This course is designed for business students continuing on to MATH 157.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Intermediate Math Placement Test score or MATH 102/112 with a C- or better
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 157 - Calculus With Applications to Business and Economics
Limits, rates of change, differentiation, graphing and optimization, integration, business applications, partial differentiation. MATH 124 may be substituted for MATH 157 but not vice versa. Cannot be taken for credit by a student who has already completed another college-level calculus course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Advanced Math Placement Test score or C- or better in MATH 156, MATH 114 or MATH 118
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 203 - Linear Algebra and Differential Equations I
First course in the 203-303 sequence. A unified treatment of the material on elementary linear algebra and elementary differential equations covered in MATH 204 and 331. Together with MATH 303, is equivalent to MATH 204 and MATH 331.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 125 or MATH 135 or equivalent
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 204 - Elementary Linear Algebra
Systems of linear equations; matrices; the vector space Rn; linear independence, bases, subspaces and dimension in Rn; introduction to determinants and the eigenvalue problem; applications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 125 or MATH 135; MATH 224 recommended
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 205 - Linear Algebra Workshop
Elementary linear algebra projects on a computer. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Math 204 or concurrent.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: S/U
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MATH 207 - Mathematical Computing
Use of mathematical software such as Matlab and Mathematica. Elementary programming, numerical and symbolic computation, visualization and technical reporting in mathematical context.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 125, MATH 204
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 209 - Discrete Mathematics
The logic of proofs, combinatorics, graph theory, and topics from recurrences and generating functions, set theory.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 124 or MATH 134, or MATH 138
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 220 - Visualization in Multivariable Calculus
Weekly lab projects emphasizing the creation and interpretation of computer-generated graphs and contour diagrams for functions of several variables. Problems are drawn from material being studied in MATH 224. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Math 224 or concurrent.
Credits: 1
Grade Mode: S/U
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MATH 224 - Multivariable Calculus and Geometry I
Coordinate systems, curves and vectors in the plane and in space, partial derivatives, applications including optimization and motion, multiple integrals.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 125 or MATH 135, or MATH 138
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 225 - Multivariable Calculus and Geometry II
Multiple integrals, line and surface integrals, gradient fields, Green’s and Stokes’ theorems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 224
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 226 - Limits and Infinite Series
Formal treatment of limits of functions and sequences of continuity, including a thorough training in constructing rigorous proofs of the epsilon-delta type. Convergence tests for infinite series. Radius of convergence, differentiation, and integration of Taylor series.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 125, MATH 135 or MATH 138
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 240 - Introduction to Statistics
Descriptive statistics, basic ideas of probability, normal distribution, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, contingency tables, and one-way analysis of variance. Use of a statistical software package. Cannot be counted toward any major in the Department of Mathematics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
suitable Intermediate Math Placement Test score or MATH 102/112
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
GUR Attributes: QSR
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MATH 245 - Statistics for Engineering Technology
Descriptive statistics, basic probability, discrete distributions, normal distribution, statistical methods used in engineering.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 115 or MATH 118.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 302 - Introduction to Proofs Via Number Theory
The properties of integers, prime numbers, Euclidean algorithm, congruences. The student is expected to develop competence in proving basic results in number theory.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 125 or MATH 135 or MATH 138
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
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MATH 303 - Linear Algebra and Differential Equations II
Second course in the MATH 203-303 sequence. A unified treatment of the material on elementary linear algebra and elementary differential equations covered in MATH 204 and 331. Together with MATH 203, is equivalent to MATH 204 and MATH 331.
Prerequisites & Notes:
MATH 203
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: L
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