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LDRS 3500 - How Not to Lead 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
In this course students define and explore unethical and ineffective leadership concepts and practices. Through the use of case studies and current evetns students identify circumstances and contexts in which bad leadership emerges. Students also identify the roles followers play in perpetuating negative leadership. Finally, students identify their own leadership style strengths and weaknesses to lay the groundwork for personal ethical and effective leadership practices.
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LDRS 3600 - Ethics in Leadership 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
This course examines leader’s behaviors through an ethical lens and delves into the moral decision making process and the role of ethics in leadership. Based on analysis of case studies of current and historical vents, students gain an understanding of ethical leadership decision making while touching on the theories of ethics and their application. Students can expect to focus on the importance of understanding ethics in a global environment.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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LDRS 3700 - Women in Leadership 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
This course makes connections and draw conclusions about leadership, particularly as it applied to women. Students will integrate leadership theory and experiences to understand the unique state and current thinking of women and leadership, including recent progress toward equal opportunity as well as address remaining challenges for this group.
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LDRS 3800 - Leading in Groups 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
This course is designed to develop the student’s knowledge of group processes, group development, and the influential role of leadership within each area. Students will come to understand leadership from an interdisciplinary, organizational perspective and apply this understanding in practical applications throughout the semester.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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LDRS 4000 - Leadership & Sustainability 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: LDRS 3000.
Drawing upon current writing and research, students will explore the relationship between leadership in the 21st century and the multi-faceted concept of sustainability. Environmental sustainability and the threat of climate change will be a primary focus. Students will attend events pertaining to the issue of sustainability and develop and present on structured personal experiences that provide practical exposure to work being done in creating a more sustainable future.
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LDRS 4400 - Directed Study 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: LDRS 3000, 3.0 GPA, approval of advisor, instructor, and department chair.
This course covers special topics and seminars of an advanced nature, external to regular course offerings that allow a student to work individually with an instructor. An LDRS Directed Study may include original research projects and/or practicum experiences that allow the student to gain in-depth exposure to the topic of leadership.
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LDRS 4490 - Special Topics in Leadership Studies 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
This course is a study of selected special topics of interest to faculty and students. Course may be repeated with a change in content.
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MGT 3100 - Management and Behavioral Sciences 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement; Non-business Majors: 60 credit hours and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course introduces students to the field of management, focusing on basic principles and concepts applicable to all types of organizations. The evolution of functional and behavioral aspects of management and organization theory are presented in the context of political, societal, regulatory, ethical, global, technological and demographic environmental forces.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 3190 - Business, Ethics, and Society 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement; Non-business Majors: 60 credit hours and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course examines the relationship between business and society and the role of ethics in employee and managerial decision-making and behavior. Using a stakeholder management approach, the course explores uses and potential abuses of business power on internal and external stakeholders. Models for integrating ethical concerns into business decisions are examined.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 3200 - Operations Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and ECON 2300; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100, ECON 2300, and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Generic modeling techniques are applied to the planning, operation and control of the production of goods and services. Topics include: quality control, facility location and layout, material requirements planning and project scheduling.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 3396 - Cooperative Study 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of the Coordinator of cooperative education/internships (KSU Career Services); Non-business Majors: Not available to non-business majors.
A supervised work experience program for a minimum of two academic semesters at a site in business, industry or government. For sophomore, junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on the job experience in conjunction with their academic training.
Notes: Co-op credit can be used only in the “Business Electives” area of the BBA.
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MGT 3398 - Internship 1-6 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of the Coordinator of cooperative education/internships (KSU Career Services); Non-business Majors: Not available to non-business majors.
A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic semester with a previously approved business firm, private agency or government agency. A research paper is required to receive credit. For junior or senior students who wish to participate in an on the job experience in which they may apply their academic training. The work experience may not be with a current employer. The course will be graded on an S/U basis.
Notes: Internship credit can be used only in the “Business Electives” area of the BBA.
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MGT 3600 - Introduction to International Business 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement; Non-business Majors: 60 credit hours and permission of the Coles College of Business.
An introduction to the global business environment, this course examines the discrete and interactive effects of the geographic, historical, sociocultural, political/legal, economic and technological forces that shape international commercial activity and its consequences.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4001 - Managing Organizations 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Where, what, and how do managers manage? This course introduces students to the “world of a manager” and provides a framework for management majors. Starting with the big picture, students learn about the various external factors that impact organizations, structure, and culture. Internal factors including leadership, teaming, problem-solving and managing communications are also addressed.
Notes: MGT 4001 and MGT 4160 cannot both be used. MGT 4001 and MGT 4170 cannot both be used.
Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4002 - Managing People 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 4001; Non-business Majors: MGT 4001 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
People are an organization’s most valuable assets. This course provides students with an understanding and capability to manage these assets (self and others) to support the goals of the organization. It covers the human resource practices and people management skills used to attract, motivate, develop, and retain employees. Students also develop self-management skills and personal career growth strategies to enhance their professionalism and employability.
Notes: MGT 4002 and MGT 4160 cannot both be used. MGT 4002 and MGT 4170 cannot both be used.
Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4003 - Managing Projects 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 4001; Non-business Majors: STAT 3125 for students in the College of Science and Mathematics, all other Non-business majors require permission of the Coles College of Business.
In this course, students learn to complete organizational projects on time and on budget. This course introduces students to project management (PM) from both a process and project tool standpoint. Students focus on understanding project definition and scope, resource allocation, task dependencies and risk management. Students also learn how to use PM software in the context of managing a team project.
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MGT 4004 - Managing Your Company 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirment, ECON 3300, FIN 3100, MKTG 3100, MGT 3200, MGT 4002, and MGT 4003; Non-business Majors: Permission of the Coles College of Business.
In this course, students learn to develop a long-term vision and competitive strategy for a company. Students learn to balance short-term objectives with long-term strategic goals. They learn to recognize interactions among the internal factors (resources and processes) and external environments, and the impact of both on performance. Students also demonstrate their ability to make decisions, and to analyze, justify, and professionally communicate the results of those decisions.
Notes: MGT 4004 and MGT 4120 cannot both be used.
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MGT 4120 - Venture Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Introduction to the management and operation of small business. Topics include: startup issues; legal forms of organization; operational planning; developing a marketing plan; financing the business; personnel issues; developing an accounting and control system; long-range planning and strategy formation; and other topics as appropriate.
Notes: MGT 4210 and MGT 4004 cannot both be used.
Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4121 - Entrepreneurship and Creativity 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement; Non-business Majors: 60 hours and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Introduction to entrepreneurship. Students will develop comprehensive business plans for new ventures or for the expansion of existing small businesses through a disciplined approach to creatively visualizing future opportunities. Attention will focus on managing risk and creativity. Topics include: personal assessment; opportunity analysis; feasibility analysis; venture finance; and budgeting.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4122 - Venture Analysis 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 4120 or MGT 4121; Non-business Majors: MGT 4120 or MGT 4121 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
A course that applies the concepts of small business management, entrepreneurship and creativity to the analysis of complex business problems faced by new ventures and existing small businesses. Case studies will be used to develop students’ ability to identify and solve problems. Work will continue on personal startup projects and business plans.
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MGT 4123 - Family Business Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course explores the unique challenges and opportunities involved in owning and/or managing a family business. By attending the class, students learn to identify and address challenges related to responsible ownership, succession, corporate governance, family governance, professionalization, and family office. Both family and non-family members’ perspectives are explored and addressed.
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MGT 4124 - Franchise Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Franchise Management is an introduction to the field of franchising as it concerns the franchiser (the business who grants the business rights to franchisees), and the franchisee (the individual or business who obtains the rights to operate the franchised business in accordance with the chosen method to produce or sell the product or service). It covers the body of knowledge on how to expand an existing business through domestic or international franchising as well as how to analyze and decide how to buy and manage a franchise.
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MGT 4125 - International Entrepreneurship 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business; NACE Grant Students: None.
An examination of the role of the entrepreneur in creating new international business ventures. This course provides students with both a theoretical and practical understanding of new venture creation in the international marketplace, including extensions of domestic enterprises and new enterprises.
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MGT 4130 - Commercial Real Estate Ventures 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course addresses the acquisition, development, operation, and disposition of commercial real estate properties, with a special emphasis on shopping centers. Dimensions of inquiry include: ethical decision making, specific legal requirements associated with real estate ventures, and stakeholder (developers, investors, local communities, and public sector) analysis.
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MGT 4160 - Organizational Behavior 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Drawing from psychology, sociology, anthropology and related disciplines, the field of organizational behavior examines individual characteristics of people in a demographically diverse work force, group dynamics involved in task accomplishment, and the effects of individual and group behavior on organizational effectiveness.
Notes: MGT 4160 and MGT 4001 cannot both be used. MGT 4160 and MGT 4002 cannot both be used.
Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4161 - Organizational Communications 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course develops student understanding of communication processes within organizations, increases ability to diagnose and deal with organizational communication problems, and enhances skills in using communication to improve individual, group, and organization-wide effectiveness.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4170 - Strategic Human Resource Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course provides a functional overview of human resource management areas including strategic human resource planning, employee staffing, compensation and benefit systems, performance assessment, training and development, and labor relations. Emphasis is placed upon the development of managerial competencies to conduct selection interviews, performance appraisals, and workplace dispute negotiations.
Notes: MGT 4170 and MGT 4001 cannot both be used. MGT 4170 and MGT 4002 cannot both be used.
Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4171 - Employee and Labor Relations 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 4002 or MGT 4170; Non-business Majors: MGT 4002 or MGT 4170 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
The study of employee and labor relations includes union organizing, collective bargaining, labor legislation, contract negotiation, grievance resolution, arbitration, and international labor movement issues. Alternative dispute resolution methods, cooperative labor/management policies and practices, and union-free work environments are covered.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4172 - Compensation and Reward Systems 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 4002 or MGT 4170; Non-business Majors: MGT 4002 or MGT 4170 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Compensation systems and practices that attract, motivate, and retain employees are investigated in this course. Topical areas include wage and hour regulations, job evaluation, pay structure development, incentive systems, merit pay decision making, and strategic benefit systems design.
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MGT 4173 - Human Resource Selection 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 4002 or MGT 4170; Non-business Majors: MGT 4002 or MGT 4170 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course focuses on the acquisition, selection, and placement of human resources to maximize organizational effectiveness. Topics include strategic human resources planning, EEO requirements, labor force forecasting, job analysis methods, recruitment practices, employee selection techniques, and testing procedures that increase employee-job fit.
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MGT 4174 - International Human Resource Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course focuses on human resource management functions required to implement international or global strategy. Areas examined include international recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, compensation, labor relations, management of expatriates and their repatriation, dealing with host country nationals, and career management in the international context. Special topics include human resource law and issues in specific countries outside the U.S. and managing a multicultural labor force in the U.S.
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MGT 4190 - International Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course deals with the basic managerial functions in an international enterprise. It explores the theoretical and practical aspects of managing international business operations, and deals with multi-cultural and global issues of managing the business expansion beyond the domestic market. It portrays the difficulties of managing enterprises that cross national borders and have to deal with cultural diversity, and diversity in socio-political and economic systems.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4199 - Strategic Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA requirement. Students must have completed all the required upper-division business core courses including ECON 2300, FIN 3100, MGT 3100, MGT 3200, and MKTG 3100. This course is taken in the last or next-to-last semester in the B.B.A. program. Non-business Majors: Not open to non-business majors.
This course emphasizes an integrative, multifunctional, general management perspective of the organization and its long-term survival in a global economic environment. It builds the knowledge base and analytical skills required for managing a business enterprise. Components include situation analysis, strategy formulation, evaluation, and choice, as well as strategy implementation at different organizational levels, and under different contextual conditions. The course enables the refinement of the student’s communication and presentation skills, as well as the interpersonal abilities necessary for accomplishing group tasks. Integrating multiple business disciplines, it serves as the capstone course in the business curriculum.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4400 - Directed Study 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and permission of instructor and department chair prior to registration; Non-business Majors: Permission of instructor and the Coles College of Business.
Special topics of an advanced nature not in the regular course offerings.
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MGT 4476 - Contemporary Global Business Practices 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and 90 semester hours including MGT 3100 and MGT 3600; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100, MGT 3600 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course deals with current practices in Global Business. It examines the strategies and tactics adopted by Global Companies from both Developed as well as Emerging Markets. Students will obtain insights into how firms in today’s global markets need to be skilled in handling virtual teaming, outsourced and offshored projects, and strategic alliances across national boundaries, in order to maintain competitive advantage.
Notes: MGT 4476 and MKTG 4476 cannot both be used.
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MGT 4490 - Special Topics in Management 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and permission of instructor and department chair prior to registration; Non-business Majors: Permission of instructor and the Coles College of Business.
Selected topics of interest to faculty and students.
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MGT 4700 - Hospitality Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This survey course provides students with an understanding of the Hospitality Industry and the role it plays in the both the U.S. and global economies. This course provides an overview of hospitality management areas such as lodging, food service, travel, and entertainment and career opportunities in each area. The main goal of the course is to expose students to the hospitality industry and provide an understanding of the unique aspects of managing businesses in this industry.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4800 - International Supply Chain Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3200; Non-business Majors: MGT 3200 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course examines the key concepts of supply chain management, involving the flows of materials and information among all of the firms that contribute value to a product or service, from the source of raw materials to end customers. The course emphasizes the relationship between a firm and its supply chain partners: primarily the suppliers from whom it purchases its inputs and those who assist in the logistics and distribution of the products. The course has an international emphasis to reflect the trend of increasing partnerships with international suppliers, international transportation providers, and distributors in foreign markets. Supply chain management issues are addressed for both manufacturing and service organizations.
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MGT 4850 - Managing Process Improvement 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3200; Non-business Majors: MGT 3200 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course addresses leading-edge manufacturing theory and practice, including the just-in-time manufacturing philosophy, kanban production control systems, group technology, cellular manufacturing, the theory of constraints, the drum-buffer-rope production control system, and VAT analysis. This course extends knowledge beyond what is taught in traditional production and inventory management courses.
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MGT 4860 - Quality Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3200. Non-business Majors: MGT 3200 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course is an in-depth study of the key concepts and practices of modern quality philosophies and techniques. The opportunities to add value through quality in all phases of business and product life cycles will be identified. Concepts and methods of statistical quality control will be presented.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT 4880 - Service Operations Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MGT 3200; Non-business Majors: MGT 3200 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
The course will focus on developing a clear understanding of services from multiple perspectives. Students will define, diagnose, design, measure, control, and change services with the objective of improving quality and productivity. The course will address important service design issues, competitive issues unique to services, and the extensive interaction between marketing and operations in service organizations.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MGT/MKTG 4476 - Contemporary Global Business Practices 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and 90 semester hours including MGT 3100 and MGT 3600; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100, MGT 3600 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course will deal with current practices in Global Business. It will examine the strategies and tactics adopted by Global Companies from both Developed as well as Emerging Markets. Students will obtain insights into how firms in today’s global markets need to be skilled in handling virtual teaming, outsourced and offshored projects, and strategic alliances across national boundaries, in order to maintain competitive advantage.
Notes: MGT 4476 and MKTG 4476 cannot both be used.
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MKTG 3100 - Principles of Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement; Non-business Majors: 60 credit hours and permission of the Coles College of Business.
An introduction to the principles of marketing. This course examines the term, “marketing,” in a broad sense to include all those activities of individuals or organizations which encourage and facilitate exchanges of values. This includes many activities such as research, physical distribution, product planning, pricing and promotional activities. These concepts are examined as they apply to marketing of goods and services, in profit and nonprofit sectors, in both domestic and global markets.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MKTG 3396 - Cooperative Study 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of Coordinator of cooperative education/internship (KSU Career Services); Non-business Majors: Not available to non-business majors.
A supervised work experience program for a minimum of two academic semesters at a site in business, industry or government. For sophomore, junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on the job experience in conjunction with their academic training.
Notes: Co-op credit can be used only in the “Business Electives” area of the BBA.
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MKTG 3398 - Internship 1-9 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of the Coordinator of cooperative educational/internship (KSU Career Services); Non-business Majors: Not available to non-business majors.
A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic semester with a previously approved business firm, private agency or government agency. A research paper is required to receive credit. For junior or senior students who wish to participate in an on the job experience in which they may apply their academic training. The work experience may not be with a current employer. The course will be graded on an S/U basis.
Notes: Internship credit can be used only in the “Business Electives” area of the BBA.
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MKTG 3800 - Entertainment Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
An introduction to the marketing practices of the entertainment industry. Industry terms, marketing strategies and tactics, recent developments and trends will be examined for major sectors of the entertainment industry including movie, music, television, theater, publishing, gaming, hospitality, and sports sectors. The course will also focus on product placement, celebrity source usage, product tie-ins, cross promotion, licensing, and other current marketing practices in the entertainment industry.
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MKTG 4100 - Marketing Research 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement, MKTG 3100 and ECON 2300. Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100, ECON 2300, and permission of the Coles College of Business.
An examination of the marketing research process as an information providing activity supporting management decision-making. The course covers definition of the research problem, selecting and planning of a research design, measurement and scaling, questionnaire construction, and data analysis and interpretation. Students are required to use a statistical software package for data management and analysis.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MKTG 4150 - Consumer Behavior 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Examines the diverse influences of culture, society and psychological processes on consumer purchase patterns. Implications for marketing activities are also discussed.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MKTG 4300 - Basic Retailing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course is an introduction to retailing as a business institution. Retailing involves selling goods and services to the final consumer. Students describe and evaluate activities, procedures and decisions related to the operation of a retail unit.
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MKTG 4350 - Retail Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100. MKTG 4300 recommended. Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business. MKTG 4300 recommended.
An examination of the practices and methods of retail distribution and merchandising as a rapidly changing part of the total marketing process, involving both large and small firms.
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MKTG 4400 - Directed Study 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of instructor and department chair prior to registration; Non-business Majors: Permission of the instructor, department chair, and the Coles College of Business.
Special topics of an advanced nature not in the regular course offerings.
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MKTG 4410 - Professional Selling 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Admission to the Coles College of Business and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
An examination of the role of personal selling in the firm’s marketing strategy, model of communication and specific methods of selling. All students will be required to develop and deliver effective sales presentations.
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MKTG 4430 - Market Analysis 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement, MKTG 3100, and ECON 2300. Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100, ECON 2300, and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course develops skills in locating, selecting and using appropriate information sources for making and using market measurements in the planning and management of marketing and sales operations. Students learn tools for estimating demand and forecasting industry and company sales and how to use these measures in selecting market targets, designing sales territories, assigning sales quotas and planning customer contract programs.
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MKTG 4450 - Sales Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
A study of planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling of the sales force in developing an effective marketing organization.
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MKTG 4476 - Contemporary Global Business Practices 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and 90 semester hours including MGT 3100 and MGT 3600; Non-business Majors: MGT 3100, MGT 3600, and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course deals with current practices in Global Business. It examines the strategies and tactics adopted by Global Companies from both Developed as well as Emerging Markets. Students will obtain insights into how firms in today’s global markets need to be skilled in handling virtual teaming, outsourced and offshored projects, and strategic alliances across national boundaries, in order to maintain competitive advantage.
Notes: MKTG 4476 and MGT 4476 may not both be taken.
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MKTG 4490 - Special Topics in Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of instructor and department chair; Non-business Majors: Permission of the instructor, department chair, and the Coles College of Business.
Selected special topics of interest to faculty and students.
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MKTG 4500 - Internet Marketing and Global Business 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
The course focuses on how information technology has created the framework for the emergence of commerce on the Internet. Students will be exposed to the ways that firms are utilizing the Internet to reconstruct their value chains and create/sustain competitive advantage. The impact of this medium on key dimensions of global business operations such as purchasing, manufacturing and marketing will also be addressed.
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MKTG 4520 - Social Media Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Social Media Marketing explores the many realms of social media and includes case studies, discussions, interactive exercises as well as articles from the current literature. The course examines the changing role of social media in the promotional marketing mix, the role of the consumer in social media, online communities and how social media is impacting both marketing and consumer lifestyles, how to measure the ROI of social media, and the metrics of social media.
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MKTG 4620 - Services Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
An examination of the unique characteristics of service organizations and the increasingly vital role they play in the U. S. economy. By focusing upon the marketing of such diverse services as hotels, hospitals, banking and recreation, the course stresses the importance of tailoring marketing strategies to fit the special needs of service marketers, needs quite different from those of manufacturing organizations.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MKTG 4630 - Direct Response Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
A study of the promotional methods that request immediate action or response. Topics include: planning, creating and evaluating of direct response advertising campaigns, introduction to direct mail marketing techniques including lists, catalogs, testing and merchandise selection and the media of direct marketing.
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MKTG 4650 - Advertising 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
A study of the various elements of advertising. This course emphasizes the strategic applications of advertising and promotion from the perspective of the marketing manager.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MKTG 4666 - Marketing for Entrepreneurs 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100 or MGT 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 or MGT 3100, and permission of the Coles College of Business.
This course is an introduction to the marketing practices that focus on the needs of entrepreneurs. Industry terms, entrepreneur-focused marketing strategies and sales tactics, recent developments, trends, and social networking will be examined. Requirements for development of an integrated marketing communications plan for supporting an entrepreneur are stressed.
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MKTG 4670 - Promotional Strategy 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 4650; Non-business Majors: MKTG 4650 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
A study of the various component parts of the promotional mix. Focuses on the development and management of personal selling, public relations, publicity and advertising in implementing marketing strategy.
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MKTG 4750 - Advanced Selling 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement, MKTG 3100, and MKTG 4410; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100, MKTG 4410, and permission of the Coles College of Business.
An in-depth examination of current business trends as they impact the professional salesperson. Particular emphasis is placed on negotiating skills and customer relationship management (CRM), as well as general sales related topics including sales automation and time/territory management. Students will be required to spend time in the field with professional salespeople and to prepare and deliver effective informational and persuasive sales presentations.
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MKTG 4820 - International Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
A study of the application of the marketing concept in international markets. The course examines how the differences in international environments induced by economic, cultural, legal and other influences necessitate the adaptation of the marketing mix to satisfy consumers. Alternative international market entry strategies, such as exporting and licensing, are discussed.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MKTG 4850 - Business to Business Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
A study of special problems and requirements of marketing products to organizational buyers. The course examines organizational buyer behavior, business-to-business promotion, business-to-business sales and the development of industrial products.
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MKTG 4870 - Sports Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
Sport event marketing is one of the fastest growing career fields in America. The term, “sports marketing” includes the administration, coordination, and evaluation of any type of event related to sport. Examples are from local school and community sport events, not-for-profit and corporate events, intercollegiate sport programs, and amateur and professional league activities such as the Olympic Games and the Super Bowl. The Sports Marketing class is designed to provide the student an opportunity to experience an actual sports event project. The project will be selected by the class, after which a strategic plan will be developed and carried out. This class will be interactive and require the student’s complete participation to be successful.
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MKTG 4880 - Hospitality and Tourism Marketing 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and MKTG 3100; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business.
The hospitality and tourism market is considered to be the world’s largest and most international in nature. The philosophical foundation and structure for the hospitality and tourism industry are based on marketing concepts. This course assimilates all of the marketing theories, concepts, activities and requirements necessary to succeed in global Hospitality and Tourism commerce.
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MKTG 4990 - Marketing Management 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement, MKTG 3100, MKTG 4100, and MKTG 4150; Non-business Majors: MKTG 3100, MKTG 4100, MKTG 4150, permission of the department chair and the Coles College of Business.
Integrates the full scope of marketing management. Development of complete marketing programs; discussion of major marketing problems; study and analysis of actual case problems.
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MATH 0097 - Elementary Algebra 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 0 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Placement by COMPASS Examination, by the Admissions Office or by the Department of Learning Support Programs.
A Learning Support Programs course that, in conjunction with MATH 0098, prepares students for basic credit courses. Emphasizes basic concepts and skills of elementary algebra.
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MATH 0098 - Intermediate Algebra 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 0 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Placement by COMPASS Examination, by the Admissions Office or by the Department of Learning Support Programs.
A Learning Support Programs course which prepares students for basic credit mathematics courses. Emphasizes basic concepts and skills of intermediate algebra.
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MATH 0099 - Elementary and Intermediate Algebra 6 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 0 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Two units of high school algebra or permission of the instructor.
A Learning Support Programs course that prepares students for basic credit mathematics courses, covering both elementary and intermediate algebra in one semester. Topics include: signed numbers, equations and inequalities, graphs of linear equations, systems of equations, polynomials and factoring, rational expressions, radicals and quadratic equations.
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MATH 1101 - Introduction to Mathematical Modeling 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 0098 if required.
This course is an introduction to mathematical modeling using graphical, numerical, symbolic, and verbal techniques to describe and explore real-world data and phenomena. Emphasis is on the use of elementary functions to investigate and analyze applied problems and questions, supported by the use of appropriate technology, and on effective communication of quantitative concepts and results.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MATH 1106 - Elementary Applied Calculus 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1111, MATH 1112 or MATH 1113.
Uses techniques of college algebra and elementary calculus to analyze and model real world phenomena. The emphasis will be on applications using an intuitive approach to the mathematics rather than formal development. Topics include graphs, derivatives, and integrals of functions. The course incorporates collaborative learning, oral and written reports, and technology.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MATH 1107 - Elementary Statistics 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1101, MATH 1111, MATH 1112 or MATH 1113.
Emphasizes techniques and applications rather than derivation. Topics include methods of summarizing data, probability, statistical inference and regression. The course incorporates collaborative learning, oral and written reports and technology.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MATH 1111 - College Algebra 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 0098 if required.
This course is a functional approach to algebra that incorporates the use of appropriate technology. Emphasis will be placed on the study of functions and their graphs, inequalities, and linear, quadratic, piece-wise defined, rational, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions.
Notes: Appropriate applications will be included.
Offered as an online course.
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MATH 1111L - College Algebra Support Lab 0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into Learning Support Math and permission of the University Studies Department. Corequisite: MATH 1111.
This laboratory course provides prerequisite skills and additional instruction for topics and concepts covered in MATH 1111.
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MATH 1112 - College Trigonometry 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 0098, if required.
This course is a functional approach to trigonometry that incorporates the use of appropriate technology. Emphasis will be placed on the study of trigonometric functions and their graphs incorporating a unit circle approach as well as special triangles and angles. Topics include circular functions, solutions of triangles, trigonometric identities and equations, graphs of trigonometric functions, Law of Sines, Law of Cosines, and vectors.
Notes: Appropriate applications will be included.
Offered as an online course.
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MATH 1113 - Precalculus 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 0098 if required.
Provides students with the foundation in elementary functions and understanding of mathematics needed to succeed in subsequent mathematics and science courses, especially calculus. Topics include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. In each case, properties, graphs, and applications will be presented. Technology, in the form of graphing calculators and/or computers, will be integrated throughout the course for instruction and study. Required for math/science majors.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MATH 1190 - Calculus I 4 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1112 or MATH 1113 or approval of the department chair.
A first course in calculus and analytic geometry. Topics include fundamental concepts of limits, continuity, derivatives, and integrals of functions of one variable. Incorporates applications from a variety of disciplines. Modern computing technology will be used where necessary and appropriate.
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MATH 2008 - Foundations of Numbers and Operations 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1107.
This course is an Area F introductory mathematics course for early childhood education majors. The course emphasizes the understanding and use of the major concepts of number and operations. As a general theme, strategies of problem solving are used and discussed in the context of various topics.
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MATH 2202 - Calculus II 4 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1190.
The main topics of this course will be integral calculus and infinite sequences and series. Emphasis will be placed on applications of the integral, techniques of integration, and Taylor Series. In addition to analytical methods, computing will be used to conduct numerical studies of integrals and series.
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MATH 2203 - Calculus III 4 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 2202.
In this course, the concepts of single variable calculus are extended to functions of more than one variable. Topics will include vector calculus, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and applications of these concepts.
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MATH 2332 - Probability and Data Analysis 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1190.
This course is a foundational, calculus-based introduction to statistics and probability. The following conceptual themes will be developed through the process of statistical investigation: exploratory data analysis (univariate and bivariate), fundamentals of experiment design and sampling, planning and conducting a study, exploring random phenomenon using probability and simulation, and the fundamentals of statistical inference. Technology is integrated into each theme, and the statistical software package used will be chosen by the instructor.
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MATH 2390 - Introduction to Logic, Set Theory, and Proofs 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 2202.
This course introduces to students the foundations of logic, set theory, and basic proof techniques. The course serves as a bridge from the procedural and computational understanding of mathematics to a broad understanding encompassing logical reasoning, generalization, abstraction, axiomatic approach, and formal proof.
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MATH 2590 - Mathematics for Teachers of Middle Grades 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: 6 hours of mathematics.
The development of the student’s ability to communicate mathematically through reading, writing and discussing ideas will be strongly emphasized along with the cultural, historical, and scientific applications of mathematics. Topics will include the development of the set of real numbers, number theory, geometric figures in the plane and in space, and measurement, including area and volume. Mathematical ideas will be developed in a lab setting using technology and physical models to motivate and assist the more formal development. Not for mathematics majors.
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MATH 2595 - Mathematics for Middle Grades and Secondary Teachers 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: 6 hours of mathematics.
Designed for the preservice teacher of mathematics for adolescents. Content strands to be explored include number and operation, algebra, and measurement. The process standards of communication, connections, problem solving, reasoning and proof, and representation will be emphasized. Appropriate use of manipulatives, calculators and software will be integrated in course materials.
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MATH 3000 - Software of Mathematics 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1190 and CS 2301.
This course enhances the use of algorithms (sequential operation, iterative and conditional control) in solving complex mathematical problems with a use of a software. The professional software to be taught includes SWP (Scientific Work Place), MATLAB, MATHCAD, MAPLE, or MATHEMATICA. At the end of the course, students will be also able to write and present scientific or mathematical work professionally.
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MATH 3260 - Linear Algebra I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1190.
An introduction to linear algebra and some of its classical and modern applications. Among topics to be included will be systems of linear equations, vector spaces, linear transformations, and diagonalization. Significant use of technology will be employed in performing matrix computations.
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MATH 3261 - Numerical Methods I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 3260 and CS 2301.
Numerical methods for the solution of linear systems will be introduced. Topics will include iterative methods and convergence.
Notes: Extensive computer use will be incorporated.
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MATH 3272 - Introduction to Linear Programming 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 3260.
The simplex method, dual simplex method, dual-primal two phase method, and several interior-point methods for linear programming problems will be introduced.
Notes: Selected applications will be discussed.
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MATH 3310 - Differential Equations 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 2202.
An introduction to the modeling of continuous phenomena using ordinary differential equations. Emphasis will be placed on the combined use of qualitative, numerical, and analytical approaches to the analysis of models. Technology will be used for numerical and graphical analysis. Among topics included will be formulation of models, local stability analysis, phase lines and phase planes, and Euler’s numerical algorithms.
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MATH 3316 - Rational Numbers and Proportional Reasoning for Elementary Teachers 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1107 and a grade of “C” or better in MATH 2008.
A continuation of Mathematics 2008 designed for the P-5 teacher. Topics include the conceptual development of the rational numbers and extension to the real numbers, operations and problem solving with real numbers, patterns and relationships, and proportional reasoning. Experience and exploration with appropriate technology and physical models will be an integral part of the study of these ideas. Not for mathematics or mathematics education majors.
Notes: Not for math or math education majors.
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MATH 3317 - Geometry and Measurement for Elementary Teachers 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 3316 and admission to the Teacher Education program.
A continuation of Mathematics 3316 designed for the P-5 teacher. Topics will emphasize the critical content and conceptual development of measurement; transformational geometry; symmetry in the plane; and constructions. Geometric concepts will be explored and developed using physical models, visual models and educational software. Not for math or math education majors.
Notes: Offered as an online course.
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MATH 3318 - Algebra for Elementary Teachers 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 3317 and admission to the Teacher Education program.
A continuation of Mathematics 3317 designed for preparing the P-5 teacher. Topics will emphasize understanding and use of the major concepts and techniques of algebra for grades P-5, including expressing, transforming, and generalizing patterns and quantitative relationships through a variety of representations, including tables, graphs, algebraic symbols, verbal descriptions, manipulatives, and geometric figures. Solving problems using multiple strategies, manipulatives, and technological tools will also be a focus. Not for mathematics or mathematics education majors.
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MATH 3322 - Discrete Mathematics I 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1190.
This course will provide an elementary introduction to topics in Combinatorics and Graph Theory. Counting techniques will include the multiplication rule, addition rule, binomial coefficients, the binomial theorem, inclusion/exclusion and discrete probability. Students will construct proofs using inductive and combinatorial methods. Elementary Graph Theory definitions and examples will be introduced along with the handshaking lemma and graph isomorphisms.
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MATH 3323 - Computer Applications of Discrete Modeling 1 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 3322 and CS 3401.
This course will give students the opportunity to apply the theoretical work of Discrete Modeling I to concrete problems. The computer will be used to support working with large examples. Examples will cover combinatorics, discrete functions, and graph theory.
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MATH 3332 - Probability and Statistical Inference 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 2202.
This course is designed to introduce the student to probability and both descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include: random variables and probability distributions, expectation and variance of random variables, properties of estimators, exploratory data techniques, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests for population mean and proportion, Statistical Process Control, chi-square goodness of fit test, and contingency table analysis. The MINITAB statistical software package is used.
Notes: The MINITAB statistical software package is used.
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MATH 3390 - Introduction to Mathematical Systems 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 1190.
Introduction to Mathematical Systems is a course specifically designed to introduce students to the study of mathematics from a mathematical systems approach. A mathematical system consisting of undefined terms, axioms and theorems will be studied. The major emphasis of this class will be on the development of skills in communicating and justifying mathematical ideas and conclusions. Mathematical systems studied will vary according to the instructor and may be chosen from sets, number systems and/or geometry.
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MATH 3395 - Geometry 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in either MATH 2390 or MATH 3390.
This course develops geometry as an axiomatic mathematical system and approaches it from synthetic, transformational, and algebraic perspectives, including higher dimensions. Various geometries are studied including finite, infinite, projective, Euclidean and Non-Euclidean. Includes a research project on a topic which would be appropriate for any entry-level school geometry student.
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