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SW 8702 - Advanced Clinical Practice I: Working With Individuals 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Social Work Program.
This advanced practice course will build upon basic skills covered in the foundational year practice sequence. It is designed to increase knowledge and understanding essential for effective therapeutic interventions in psychological and behavioral disorders. This course builds upon the foundation year courses by expanding the conceptual dynamics of the ecological perspective related to individuals. Topics will include advanced clinical interventions with individuals using multiple theoretical orientations and models. Formulation of intervention strategies will employ multiple research-based techniques. Assessment of intervention effectiveness is central to this course.
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SW 8703 - Social Work Practice with Children and Youth 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None.
This advanced course will build upon basic skills covered in the foundational year practice sequence. It is designed to increase knowledge and understanding essential for effective therapeutic interventions in the psychological and behavioral disorders of children and youth. It will allow the student an opportunity to develop special skills in selected intervention techniques and modalities in working with children and youth in a variety of professional roles.
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SW 8705 - Advanced Clinical Practice II: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Service Planning 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MSW Program.
This advanced social work practice course focuses on assessment and planning. Building upon the content of HBSE and direct practice foundation courses, this course will begin with a review of the DSM-IV and then explores advanced content related to clinical assessment of individuals and families. Using this advanced knowledge, the course will focus upon the process of treatment planning.
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SW 8706 - Bio-Psycho-Social Theories of Addiction 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Building upon the generalist base developed in the foundation year Human Behavior in the Social Environment sequence, MSW program graduates in the substance abuse concentration will synthesize a broad range of knowledge related to the theories regarding the etiology of addiction, and of the historical and current treatment approaches to working with substance abuse. Additionally, this course will present the pharmacological affects of the various substances of abuse.
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SW 8709 - Forensic Social Work 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Social Work Program.
This course will cover the varied contributions and professional skills that social workers provide in the legal system generally, and the criminal justice system specifically. Students will become familiar with both civil (family law) and criminal law in order to better understand the relevance of social work knowledge and skills in these systems. This course will include a focus on the following: the significance of the social worker as mitigation speicalists in capital cases; the relationship between legal and social work ethics; developing and presenting mental health evidence; working with experts in related fields; risk and support factors in child development which influence behavior; the concept of restorative justice as an alternative to traditional notions of criminal justice; the competency of an accused to understand rights, to waive rights, to be tried and to be executed; the role of the social worker in juvenile justice; and an emphasis on community supervision, parole, and reentry as part of the criminal justice system.
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SW 8711 - Advanced Clinical Practice III: Working With Groups 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Social Work Program.
Current group interventions used with a diverse population of children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly will be covered in this course. Students will become familiar with children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly from diverse backgrounds, affirming and respecting their strengths and differences in group settings. The major focus of this course is on the identification, analysis, and implementation of empirically-based intervention strategies for clinical practice with groups. Students will explore multiple perspectives in the advanced application of theories, models, and skills utilized in short- and longer-term group interventions. This course is based on social work values and the ethical decision-making process, as presented in the NASW Code of Ethics.
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SW 8712 - Advanced Field Placement III 0 Class Hours 16 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to advanced standing MSW program or SW 7709.
Students will build on their foundation knowledge and experience from the first year internship as they begin advanced placements in their concentration area, either the development of advanced clinical skills in Children and Family Services or Substance Abuse. Students in Advanced Field Placement III will complete 720 hours of supervised internship (360 clock hours per semester) dedicating 3 full days per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Friday) for the duration of the academic year.
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SW 8713 - Advanced Field Placement IV 0 Class Hours 16 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: SW 8712.
Students will build on their foundation knowledge and experience from the first year internship and their first advanced field placement (fall semester) as they culminate their field experiences. Students will continue refining their clinical skills completing 740 hours of supervised internship (320 clock hours per semester) dedicating 3 full days per week (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays) for the duration of the academic year.
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SW 8714 - Addiction Policy in the U.S.
This course will explore the historic policies regarding substance abuse in the U.S., as well as looking at the current policies and policy questions affecting the field today. Students will utilize the policy analysis skills learned in the Introductory Policy course to look at addiction policies and be able to place the history of addiction within the overall social welfare history introduced in the earlier course. Additionally, this course will present the student with theory regarding the implementation of policy on an agency level, specifically as it relates to clinical supervision in addictions agencies.
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SW 8715 - Children and Youth Mental Health 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide students with additional knowledge and skills related to the theory, research, and implications of child and adolescent maltreatment for child development and psychopathology. Course content will be presented within the context of child welfare practice and social work with children and adolescents in public agencies and programs. Particular attention will be given to common psychological disorders that result from maltreatment and accompanying treatment issues. Issues related to individuals, families, groups, and communities are covered and attention is given to working with ethnic minorities, women, gays and lesbians, and persons with disabilities.
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SW 8721 - Social Work Practice and the Law 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None.
This course familiarizes social work students with the legal rights of individuals, pertinent laws, and the legal process and clinical practice issues (e.g., confidentiality), thereby enhancing their ability to help their clients. Legal issues relating to HIV/AIDS, juvenile justice, child welfare, the mentally ill, and entitlement benefits are covered.
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SW 8725 - Social Work Practice with Domestic Violence 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None.
This elective examines the effects of oppression and violence on individuals, groups, and our society. The course focuses on helping practitioners recognize, assess, and intervene with persons affected by violence.
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SW 8729 - Crisis Intervention 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None.
This course applies crisis theory to intervention services for suicide, rape, natural disasters, and other crises. A base of crisis theory will be developed and then applied to various types of crises including suicide; sexual assault/rape; natural and manmade disasters; personal loss; basic needs attainment; terminal illness; and life cycle crises.
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SW 8801 - Seminar on Clinical Practice in Child Welfare 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This integrative seminar will allow students the opportunity to explore a variety of issues and problems in the area of child welfare and treatment. Emphasis will be placed upon sharing experiences gained during the field internship and application of the course content to assessment or problem solving.
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SW 8803 - Family Therapy 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: SW 7702.
Building upon the generalist base developed in the foundation year Social Work Practice sequence, MSW program graduates in the substance abuse concentration will synthesize a broad range of knowledge and skills related to practice with addicted clients individually and in groups. The course presents techniques and skills needed to assess for and diagnose all categories of substance abuse and dependence. Additionally, instruction will be given on treatment planning and the continuum of care in substance abuse services.
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SW 8810 - Community Mental Health Practice 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Social Work Program.
This course is aimed at developing the knowledge and skills necessary for working with individuals with a diagnosis of serious mental illness using recovery-oriented, evidence-based practices. It is designed for MSW students and MSW mental health practitioners. Students will become familiar with evidence-based practices, within a recover-oriented paradigm, as a general approach to practice as well as specific evidence-based interventions to use for individuals with a diagnosis of serious mental illness. It is assumed that students will have a basic knowledge of serious mental illness as a pre- or co-requisite, however a review will be provided. Students will learn to examin research literature to determin the various levels of support for specific interventions and essential principles for translating research into practice. In addition, they will identify the appropriate treatment outcomes that reflect effective, quality mental health practice. Each evidence-based practice presented will also be examined for its utility with diverse groups. Providing assessment and treatment to a diverse group of individuals with a diagnosis of serious mental illness is the focus of this course and will be discussed in detail.
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SW 8812 - Clinical Practice with Abused and Neglected Children and Their Families: Child Protective Services 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This course begins with a review of key bio-psycho-social theories that guide assessment and intervention. Focus will be given to both the sequalae and the impact of child abuse and neglect. The course will also provide content on best practices in prevention and family preservation.
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SW 8813 - Family Therapy 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Corequisite: This course discusses family systems theory as a paradigm for conceptualizing the family as a system in society. This course addresses the major theories in the family therapy field, the core concepts and their relevance for clinical application, the phases of therapy with a family including assessment, basic interventions, implementation of change, and the formulation of a psychosocial assessment of a family system, with attention to the therapist’s use of self within the “therapeutic system.” Students will study their own clinical work and focus on specific strategies of intervention according to different types of families relative to race, culture, sexual orientation, religion, and family structure. A family therapy case with supervision under a licensed clinical social worker is required.
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SW 8814 - Seminar in Substance Abuse 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: SW 7702.
This course will cover various areas of discussion, including such topics as; HIV/AIDS, co-existing disorders, sexual orientation, and racial and cultural issues, among others. This seminar will give students the chance to help direct their learning experience by using their skills in researching topics for discussion, and communication and presentation skills, as they take a leadership role in the classroom.
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SW 8815 - Prevention Theory in ATOD Abuse 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: SW 7702.
Building upon the generalist base developed in the foundation year Human Behavior in the Social Environment sequence, MSW program graduates in the substance abuse concentration will synthesize a broad range of knowledge related to theories regarding the etiology and epidemiology of addiction, the historical and current treatment approaches to working with substance abuse, and historical and current prevention approaches to working with adolescent substance abuse, in all relevant domains, including schools, families, and communities. Additionally, this course will present the pharmacological affects of the various substances of abuse.
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SW 8816 - Social Work Practice with Addicted Families 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Building upon the generalist base developed in the foundation year Social Work Practice sequence, MSW program graduates in the substance abuse concentration will synthesize a broad range of knowledge and skills related to practice with addicted families. The course presents techniques and skills needed to work with families of addicts, as a primary means of treatment. Additionally, instruction will be given on the theory and techniques of working with individuals raised in addicted families.
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Spanish |
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SPAN 7702 - Sociolinguistics 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MAT program in Foreign Languages.
This course explores how social, geographic, cultural, and economic factors contribute to language variation across the Spanish-speaking world. In addition to discussing variation theory, students gain experience in conducting empirical research.
Note Requires weekly field experience. Course taught in Spanish.
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SPAN 7704 - Topics in Spanish Linguistics 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 7702.
An exploration of language-related issues (theoretical and/or applied) that impact the teaching and learning of Spanish as a second/foreign language. Students gain an understanding of these issues through readings, discussion, and action research.
Note Requires weekly field experience. Course taught in Spanish.
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SPAN 7712 - Hispanics in the U.S. 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MAT program (Foreign Languages).
A multidisciplinary study of the migration history and cultural experience of the major Hispanic groups in the United States, including the portrayal of these groups in current events.
Note Requires weekly field experience. Course taught in Spanish.
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SPAN 7714 - Topics in Hispanic Culture 3 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 7712.
A multidisciplinary study of the migration history and cultural experience of the major Hispanic groups in the United States, including the portrayal of these groups in current events. Requires weekly field experiences.
Note Course taught in Spanish.
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SPAN 7722 - Literary Masterpieces 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MAT program (Foreign Languages).
This course explores the most representative masterpieces of twentieth century Peninsular and Spanish American Literature from all genres. Students examine how these works define (or defy) the aesthetic and cultural canon of the period.
Note Requires weekly field experience. Course taught in Spanish.
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SPAN 7724 - Topics in Literature 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: SPAN 7722.
An exploration of a period, movement or genre in literature and its relationship to culture. Topics are chosen for their significance and impact on Hispanic cultures.
Note Course taught in Spanish.
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Statistics |
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STAT 7000 - Introduction to Mathematics for Statistics 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 0 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MSAS program or permission of the program director.
This course reviews the necessary background in calculus and linear algebra for the students enrolled in the Master of Science program who need to refresh their knowledge. Topics in calculus include: continuous functions, derivatives, applications to finding minima and maxima of functions, integrals; elements of multivariate calculus: partial derivatives, solving optimization problems, multiple integrals. Topics in linear algebra include: matrices and operations with matrices, the inverse of a matrix, vectors in Rn, linearly independent vectors in Rn, linear transformations on Rn, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
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STAT 7010 - Mathematical Statistics I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: STAT 8120 and STAT 8210.
Fundamental concepts of probability, random variables and their distributions; review of sampling distributions; theory and methods of point estimation and hypothesis testing, interval estimation, nonparametric tests, introduction to linear models.
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STAT 7020 - Statistical Computing and Simulation 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Corequisite: STAT 7100.
Topics covered in STAT 7020 will include stochastic modeling, random number generators based on probability distributions, discrete-event simulation approaches, simulated data analysis, nonparametric analysis and sampling techniques. Given the importance of the SAS software to these types of applications, students will, by definition, refine and improve their SAS programming skills. The class will utilize real-world datasets from a variety of disciplines including, finance, manufacturing and medicine.
Note The course will involve lecture notes, case studies, and student projects.
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STAT 7100 - Statistical Methods 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MSAS program.
Stat 7100 is designed to give students the foundation in statistical methods necessary for further study in the Master of Science in Applied Statistics program. The course begins with a study of statistical distributions (binomial, Poisson, uniform, exponential, gamma, chi-square and normal), descriptive statistics, the Central Limit Theorem, t-tests (one-sample, two-sample and paired) and confidence intervals. The course then moves on to more advanced techniques including categorical data analysis (chi-square tests), correlation, simple linear regression analysis and one-way analysis of variance.
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STAT 7900 - Special Topics 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Approval of the Program Director.
Exploration of selected topics of interest to students and faculty.
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STAT 8110 - Quality Control and Process Improvement 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: STAT 7100 and STAT 7020.
Classical quality control methods, including control charts and sampling plans, will be integrated with process improvement tools such as process flowcharts and simple graphical tools.
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STAT 8120 - Applied Experimental Design 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: STAT 7100 and STAT 7020.
Methods for constructing and analyzing designed experiments are considered. The concepts of experimental unit, randomization, blocking, replication, error reduction and treatment structure are introduced. The design and analysis of completely randomized, randomized complete block, incomplete block, Latin square, split-plot, repeated measures, factorial and fractional factorial designs will be covered.
Note Statistical software will be utilized.
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STAT 8140 - Six Sigma Problem Solving 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: STAT 8110 and STAT 8120
The focus of this course is applying Six Sigma methods such as DMAIC to industrial problems using the statistical methods studied in prior courses. Students will analyze industrial data and brainstorm appropriate approaches utilizing Six Sigma methods. Since Six Sigma methods will be utilized throughout the program, this course is a synthesis of prior learning. Students will take the American Society for Quality practice Green Belt exam to help prepare them for the actual Green Belt exam. The class will review exam questions and address areas where students are having difficulty.
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STAT 8210 - Applied Regression Analysis 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: STAT 7100 and STAT 7020
Topics include simple linear regression, inferences, diagnostics and remedies, matrix representations, multiple regression models, generalized linear model, multicollinearity, polynomial models, qualitative predictor variables, model selection and validation, identifying outliers and influential observations, diagnostics for multicollinearity, and logistic regression.
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STAT 8240 - Data Mining 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: STAT 8210.
Data Mining is an information extraction activity whose goal is to discover hidden facts contained in databases and perform prediction and forecasting through interaction with the data. The process includes data selection, cleaning and coding, using statistical pattern recognition and machine learning techniques, and reporting and visualizing the generated structures. The course will cover all these issues and will illustrate the whole process by examples of practical applications.
Note Students will use SAS Enterprise Miner software.
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STAT 8310 - Applied Categorical Data Analysis 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: STAT 8210.
This course will cover methods of contingency table analysis, including data categorization, dose-response and trend analysis, and calculation of measures of effect and association. The students will learn to use generalized linear regression models including logistic, polychotomous logistic, Poisson and repeated measures (marginal and mixed models), and apply these appropriately to real-world data. Applications to Statistical software packages such as JMP, MINITAB, and/or SAS will be used.
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STAT 8320 - Applied Multivariate Data Analysis 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: STAT 8120 and STAT 8210.
Survey course in statistical analysis techniques. Through a combination of textbook and real-world data sets, students will gain hands-on experience in understanding when and how to utilize the primary multivariate methods Data Reduction techniques, including Principal components Analysis and Common Factor Analysis, ANOVA/MANOVA/MANCOVA, Cluster Analysis, Survival Analysis and Decision Trees.
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STAT 8916 - Cooperative Education 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of Program Director.
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STAT 8918 - Internship 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of Program Director.
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STAT 8940 - Applied Analysis Project 1-9 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Must be approved by graduate program director.
Students will work with a Department faculty member on an analysis approach using real data. The data may be generated from a problem in their workplace or from any other source that illustrates the statistical method being studied. In the first part of the semester, the theory of the method will be studied to obtain a solid foundation in the methodology. Later, data will be analyzed using ore or more statistical software packages. Students will prepare a written report that will become part of their Statistical Methods Portfolio.
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STAT 8950 - Directed Study 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of Program Director.
Special advanced topics external to regular course offerings.
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STAT 9100 - Statistic Methods I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the DNS Program or permission of the instructor.
This course presents basic concepts and techniques of statistical methods, including: the collection and display of information, data analysis and statistical measures; variation, sampling and sampling distributions; point estimation, confidence intervals and tests of hypotheses for one and two sample problems; principles of one-factor experimental design, one-way analysis of variance and multiple comparisons; correlation and simple linear regression analysis; contingency tables and tests for goodness of fit. SPSS statistical software will be used.
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STAT 9200 - Statistic Methods II 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the DNS Program.
This course presents advanced treatment of the design of experiments and the statistical analysis of experimental data using analysis of variance (ANOVA), multiple regression, multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA), discriminant analysis, cluster analysis and factor analysis.
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Study Abroad |
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SA 8900 - Study Abroad 1-12 (varied by course) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Varies with discipline and subject.
Upper division study abroad course denoting graduate level work. Each course is uniquely designed to maximize field experiences in a manner appropriate to the country visited and the discipline or cross disciplinary perspective applied. Specific course titles are assigned to each study abroad course and major course equivalencies may be substituted with departmental approval.
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WMBA 1000 - Georgia WebMBA Orientation 1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
The purpose of the Georgia WebMBA Orientation is to create a learning community to support student success throughout the WebMBA learning experience. Teams are formed and students obtain skills related to areas such as behavioral preferences, learning styles, interpersonal exchanges and managing differences, and developing operating agreements within team settings. Students and faculty share expectations and explore technology necessary to engage in on-line learning.
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WMBA 6000 - Human Behavior in Organizations 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
An examination of the behavioral and structural factors affecting the performance of organizations including both micro and macro organizational issues. This course provides an overview of the field of organizational behavior with an emphasis on employing the human resources of the firm to achieve organizational performance. Topics include motivation, leadership, job satisfaction, selection, training, and the dynamics of teams.
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WMBA 6010 - Managerial Accounting 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This course will cover a wide range of topics that will emphasize the use of both internal and external data to enhance the decision-making skills of managers. Concepts covered will include an overview of the management accounting function within the organization, cost management and cost accumulation systems, planning and control systems, use of historical data in forecasting costs, and the use of accounting information in management decision-making. Case readings will be used to enhance students’ critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.
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WMBA 6020 - Managerial Communications 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Designed to meet the needs of the practicing manager. Included are the internal and external communications carried out by managers in organizations and the organizational and human variables, which influence these communications. Included is the management of information systems. Communication styles of managers from different cultures are discussed.
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WMBA 6030 - Global and International Business 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of how companies enter and operate in the global market. Additionally, students will learn how culture, politics, legal, and economic systems impact the marketing and trading of products in other countries. Students will develop an understanding of the business strategies and structures in the global arena, and will learn how managers interact and manage diverse groups.
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WMBA 6040 - Managerial Decision Analysis 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
A study of advanced quantitative analysis techniques and their applications in business. Topics include game theory, decision analysis, forecasting, linear programming, transportation and assignment problems, network models, project management, queuing theory and market analysis.
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WMBA 6050 - Strategic Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This course provides a study of the strategic managerial aspects of marketing given the growth of E-Commerce. Topics focus on product, price, promotion, and place in the ethical planning, implementing, and controlling of marketing operations.
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WMBA 6060 - Managerial Finance 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
A study of financial risk and return, capital budgeting, valuation, capital structure, working capital management, and current topics in financial management. This course is designed to develop a student’s knowledge, analytical skills, and communication skills in the area of financial management. The student will be exposed to the reasons financial management is critical to the success of a business as well as to the tools that will enhance their managerial skills. Specifically, this course will give the student tools to analyze a company’s financial position relative to the industry, apply time value of money concepts to business cash flows, evaluate the acceptability of short-term and long-term financial decisions, understand the relationship between capital structure, risk, and the cost of capital, and improve communication skills.
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WMBA 6070 - Entrepreneurship: New Ventures 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed for students seeking entrepreneurial careers in new or established businesses. It describes the new venture startup process and strategies for increasing the likelihood of successful venture launch. Topics coered include models of new venture formation, strategic resource acquisition and deployment, marketing, operations, and financial strategies for successful ventures, and the leadership skills and behaviors required for venture success.
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WMBA 6080 - Management Information Systems 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
A study of the effects of information technology on firms, industries, and the organization of work. This includes the development of strategies for corporate growth based on effective use and management of information technology, the analysis of business problems and relevant information systems solutions, and the use of IT to transform business processes and provide more effective management control and decision systems.
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WMBA 6100 - Production and Operations Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
This course is an introduction to the concepts, principles, problems, and practices of operations management. Emphasis is on managerial processes for achieving effective operations in both goods-producing and service-rendering organizations. Topics include operations strategy, process design, capacity planning, facilities location and design, forecasting, production scheduling, inventory control, quality assurance, and project management. The topics are integrated using a systems model of the operations of an organization.
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WMBA 6110 - Business Strategy 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
An integrative course designed to provide an executive viewpoint of strategy formation and management of an enterprise. The course teaches how to analyze complex business situations in order to determine a firm’s strategies for long-run survival and growth in competitive markets. Participants will examine techniques for analysis of environmental conditions and trends, opportunities and threats, and resource strengths and limitations. Focus will be on developing plans and implementing and controlling those plans at both the strategic and operating level. Primary teaching method will use real-time case studies that cover policy formulation and administration. A strategy simulation will also be used. The point of departure for the course is top-and- middle management, where company-wide objectives are set and departmental policies and activities are coordinated.
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