GRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
BUS (Business Administration)
BUS 7013 Managerial Accounting
Three hours
An exploration of the role of accounting analysis in managerial planning and control. Emphasis is given to the development and use of accounting information to support managerial decision-making in facilitating the implementation of business strategies.
BUS 7113 Marketing Strategies
Three hours
Integrative marketing strategies encompassing consumer behavior and market research, branding and product management, distribution, and promotion.
BUS 7223 Managerial Economics
Three hours
Economic theories of the firm and of the market with an emphasis on applications to current business issues and global economic development.
BUS 7414 Continuous Improvement I
Four hours
Intensive survey of Lean Six Sigma tools and quality management methods used to identify quality problems and remove errors from manufacturing and operating processes. Leads to green belt certification. Available only to students in the MBA-GCI program.
BUS 7424 Continuous Improvement II
Four hours
Continuation of intensive survey of Lean Six Sigma tools and quality management methods used to identify quality problems and remove errors from manufacturing and operating processes. Leads to black belt certification. Available only to students in the MBA-GCI program. Prerequisite: BUS 7414.
BUS 7434 Applied Continuous Improvement Project
Four hours
Approved project completed by student for the purpose of Lean Six Sigma black belt certification. Project is supervised by a master black belt and by the student's champion. Must be validated by department's finance manager and document improvement. Available only to students in the MBA-GCI program. Prerequisite: BUS 7424.
BUS 7503 Contemporary Topic Seminar
Three hours
This seminar addresses the challenges of business leadership and ethics from various perspectives. Distinguished academicians and practitioners facilitate this innovative learning experience.
BUS 8003 Managerial Finance
Three hours
Application of finance and managerial accounting concepts and an understanding of their influence on financial strategies and business decisions.
BUS 8013 Research Methods
Three hours
An in-depth examination of research methods in the social sciences with an emphasis on business research. The course provides advanced quantitative and qualitative research tools necessary to conduct major business research projects. Topics in research methods include primary and secondary data analysis, sampling, survey design, and experimental designs.
BUS 8113 Global Operations and Supply Chain Management
Three hours
A study of the application of business management in a global environment with emphasis on the importance of human factors in international operations.
BUS 8243 Cross-Cultural Business Management
Three hours
A collaborative research course that examines what constitutes "effective" business management across cultures. Students gain preparation for business assignments outside of their native countries.
BUS 8253 Survey of Global Business Practice
Three hours
A challenging and comprehensive curriculum covering current topical or regional international business issues, combined with an emphasis on unique business and cultural environments.
BUS 8263 International Business Practicum
Three hours
An approved one- to two-week business experience in an international setting. This course will typically include two to three preliminary planning meetings with assignments and some work that is completed following completion of the trip. Additional fees associated with this course.
BUS 8711, 8712, 8713 Organizational Practicum
One to three hours
A supervised, applied work experience. Students establish learning objectives relevant to the degree program and document the accomplishment of those objectives under the supervision of graduate faculty. May be repeated for credit.
BUS 8903 Selected Topics
Three hours
A course offering students opportunities to study subjects of special interest. May be offered on a group basis in a classroom setting or as independent study under faculty supervision.
BUS 8993 Designing and Executing Strategies
Three hours
Analysis of internal and external structures and forces of organizations to determine core competencies and strategies. Development of ethical leadership and management processes for increasing quality and innovation.
