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BIO 485 Independent Research I
This course allows students to undertake a biological research project under the instruction of a Biology faculty mentor. The research will be of a specific, directed nature and will have well-defined objectives. Assigned tasks may encompass a wide variety of activities that will include reading and analyzing journal articles, executing and explaining methods and collecting and presenting data. Students are responsible for making arrangements with a faculty mentor prior to enrolling in this course. Credit(s): 1 - 3
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment is limited to juniors and seniors
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BIO 486 Independent Research II
This course will allow students to continue a biological research project under the instruction of a Biology faculty mentor. The research will be of a specific directed nature and will have well-defined objectives. Assigned tasks may encompass a wide variety of activities that will include reading and analyzing journal articles, executing and explaining methods and collecting and presenting data. Students are responsible for making arrangements with a faculty mentor prior to enrolling in this course. Credit(s): 1 - 3
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment is limited to juniors and seniors and completion of BIO 485
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BIO 490 Clinical Internship
Students interested in a career in clinical health professions must participate in a nationally accredited clinical internship that requires on-site training in the clinical discipline of their chosen profession. Examples of disciplines requiring clinical internships include the following: 1) clinical laboratory science (medical technology), 2) cytology (cytotechnology), 3) cytogenetics, 4) histology (histotechnology), 5) histocompatability technologist, 6) ultrasound technology, and 7) radiology (radiation technician, nuclear medicine technology). Credit(s): 1 to 12
Prerequisite(s): BIO 121 and BIO 122 , BIO 260 , CHEM 121 and CHEM 122 , and junior or senior standing
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BA 103 Introduction to Business
The role of the business firm is studied together with its effect upon the economic and social environment. Emphasis is placed upon business principles and applications. This course may not be taken by business students who are juniors or seniors. Credit(s): 3
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BA 107 Personal Finance
Students learn to budget their finances, balance their checking accounts, and learn about taxes, banking, consumer credit, casualty and life insurance, investment markets, stock transactions, and retirement planning. This course may not be taken by business students who are juniors or seniors. Credit(s): 3
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BA 112 Mind of the Entrepreneur
Current issues and topics in entrepreneurship are examined via the most recent academic and practitioner printed and electronic media and sources. These issues and topics will be subjected to in-depth analysis in the class sessions and in individual written assignments. Credit(s): 3
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BA 203 Statistics and Data Analysis for Business
This course provides the student with an overview of some important analytical tools including exploratory data analysis, probability distributions, inferential statistics, hypothesis testing and analysis of variance. The two foci of attention are: 1) learning about the structure of analytical tools and 2) learning how to use these tools to analyze various phenomena and improve decision-making in business and selected non-business applications. Credit(s): 3
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BA 211 Principles of Financial Accounting
An introduction of the fundamentals of accounting which is a basic language of business. Journals, ledgers, adjusting entries and closing entries are introduced and utilized in the preparation of financial and operating statements of sole proprietorships and corporations. Credit(s): 3
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BA 212 Principles of Managerial Accounting
An introduction to the use of financial statements including the income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows. Topics include cost, applications such as break-even analysis, inventory management and ratio analysis, and budgetary planning and control. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 211
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BA 302 Quantitative Methods
This course provides the student with an overview of some of the quantitative (mathematically and statistically based) methods that are commonly used to support business decision-making. Course emphasis is on business applications - not on mathematics and statistics. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 203
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BA 303 Legal Environment of Business
This course is a study of law as it applies to ordinary business situations with focus upon the Uniform Commercial Code dealing with obligations, contracts, agency and negotiable instruments. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Junior-level standing
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BA 307 Introduction to Management and Organizational Behavior
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of management systems to include roles, ethical behavior, planning/strategy, structure/organization, leadership, control and change. In like manner, the behavioral aspects of individuals in organizations will be studied. These include improvement of individual, group and organizational behavior, including group dynamics. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Junior-level standing
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BA 310 Introduction to Management Information Systems and Electronic Commerce
This course introduces the student to the concepts underlying the design, implementation, control and evaluation of a contemporary computer-based information system. Students will understand the role that management information systems play in the development of the Internet worked/e-commerce enterprise. The course strives to show how, through information systems, the manager is able to better understand today’s new business model. The course will emphasize the interrelationship between the three major business resources: information, information technology and people. This course is intended to provide the student with a major overview of the information function within the e-commerce enterprise. At all times, the emphasis will be on the application of technology to the business environment, with the intent of understanding how information technology has transformed how we live and work. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): IST 204 and junior-level standing
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BA 311 Intermediate Accounting I
The application of generally accepted accounting principles and the actions of FASB to the recording of financial data. A more sophisticated and detailed approach is demonstrated for income statement presentation and for classified statements of financial position. Additional topics include receivables, inventories, fixed assets and accounting applications of the time value of money. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 211
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BA 312 Intermediate Accounting II
A continuation of the application of generally accepted accounting principles and the actions of FASB. Topics considered include income determination and valuation of intangible assets, current liabilities, long-term liabilities, short and long-term investments, tax deferrals, pension liabilities and long-term leases. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 311
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BA 315 Cost Accounting
A study of the control and distribution of costs within manufacturing firms and the development of effective analytical tools of cost measurement in the planning and control of business operations. Topics include cost systems, standard costs, measurement and evaluation of quantity and quality variances, job cost identification, process cost identification, assignment of direct and indirect expenses, allocation of overhead expenses, flexible budgets, accounting for by-products, joint products, transfer pricing and the development of an effective system of cost accounting reports as a tool for utilization in management decision-making. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 212
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BA 322 Managerial Accounting
The use of accounting data as an information system for recording and projecting the flow of funds through the firm, in determining the net results of the firm’s operation, that include budget comparison and analysis, and the evaluation of the performance of management. This is followed by analysis of the role of accounting information in aiding the management control system and the way in which such systems and incentives motivate people within an organization. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 212
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BA 325 Accounting and Finance for Entrepreneurs
This course is designed for non-business majors who desire a fundamental understanding of the financing and accounting issues all businesses face. Specific attention is given to understanding a cash flow statement, income statement, statement of equity and balance sheet. The student is introduced to financing options, financial ratios and exposed to accounting tools that will help in managing a small business. May not be taken for credit with BA 330 . Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 112 or BA 103
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BA 330 Introduction to Finance
An introduction to all aspects of corporate financial management, including the role of finance in a business organization; the role of financial markets and institutions; interpretation, analysis and forecasting of financial statements; time value of money; the consumption-investment decision; the various instruments of debt and equity; and valuation methods. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 203 BA 211
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BA 337 Introduction to Healthcare Management
An introductory course relating the concepts and functions of the manager to the specific realm of managing the health services delivery system. Credit(s): 3
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BA 360 Introduction to Marketing
Basic marketing functions, institutions, and concepts are studied with emphasis on the “4 Ps of Marketing,” which are involved in the creation, pricing, promotion, distribution, and sale of goods and services in industrial and consumer markets. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB junior-level standing (or BA 112 for minor in entrepreneurship)
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BA 361 Marketing Research
Introduction to the techniques, tools and applications of marketing research. Upon completion of this course, the student will have acquired the knowledge and skills needed to design proposals and marketing research studies, collect data using field and desk methods, analyze data using purposebuilt software, and report findings to aid decision-making - all according to established ethical guidelines. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360 and BA 203 or equivalent
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BA 362 Marketing Communications
This course provides the marketing student with an in-depth understanding of all the communication tools available for the development and implementation of effective marketing strategies, including advertising, sales promotion, personal selling and publicity. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360 and junior-level standing
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BA 363 Consumer Behavior
Study of activities related to both purchasing and consuming of goods and services together with behavioral and decision processes tied to such activities. Cognitive, affective, and behavioral factors, such as attitude, cognition, perception, learning, motivation, personality and shopping patterns are assessed in terms of their effects, e.g., on consumer relationships, brand preferences, product life-cycle, market posture and competitive advantage. Global thinking is emphasized together with understanding of cultural differences, ethical issues, cost-benefit analysis and marketing efficiency. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360
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BA 380 Professional Selling
This course covers sales principles and techniques that are necessary to become a successful salesperson. Students will learn and practice various selling skills through class readings, guest speakers, case studies, role-plays and oral presentations. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360
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BA 393 Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship
Problems and challenges peculiar to the entrepreneur and small business firms are considered with an emphasis on short- and long-term matters such as starting-up, survival, growth, and financing. Opportunities for small business are studied, as well as the accompanying risks and difficulties. Governmental assistance programs are considered as well as analysis of why many small businesses fail while others succeed. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 303 ; BA 307 or BA 112 ; BA 330 or BA 325 ; and BA 360 or PALM 312
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BA 395 Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management
This course considers operations and supply chain management as a management process across the full spectrum of business from the sourcing of raw materials to delivery of goods and services to the final consumers. Operations and supply chain management integrates procurement, production and logistics processes to provide a seamless and efficient delivery of the final product or service to the final consumers. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB junior-level standing and BA 302
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BA 404 Intermediate Corporate Finance
Analysis of operations and forecasting of capital requirements; working capital decisions; capital budgeting; cost of capital; acquisition and management of capital; financial management decision making within the context of business governance; application of derivative securities. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 330
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BA 411 Accounting for Decision Making and Control
A study of the utility of accounting data and other financial information available to management in the functions of planning, organizing and decision-making, with focus on techniques used in analyzing and interpreting the financial statements of industrial and commercial business enterprises. Managerial accounting concepts and issues will be considered primarily from the viewpoint of the user of such information. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 315
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BA 412 Advanced Accounting
A critical study of financial measurement and reporting for business combinations, consolidated financial statements, business components, foreign currency translation and an introduction to fund accounting. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 312
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BA 414 Income Tax I
An analysis of tax laws as applied to individuals. Topics include tax determination, gross income, deductions, business expenses, employee expenses and depreciation. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 211
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BA 415 Income Tax II
An analysis of income tax accounting problems relating to individuals and corporations. Other topics include passive losses, tax credits, the AMT and property transactions including depreciation recapture. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 414
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BA 418 Auditing
A study of the purposes, ethical and legal environment, necessary steps in performing an accounting audit reviewing acceptable practices, and the standard accounting techniques and procedures for an audit using working papers, statements and reports. Internal controls and external auditing activities are examined, with particular focus upon the professional responsibility of the auditor to his/her clients. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 312
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BA 420 Investment and Portfolio Management
Valuation of stocks, bonds, futures, options, real estate and other real and financial assets; risk, return and liquidity, and diversification in modern portfolio theory; the efficient markets hypothesis; direct versus indirect investing through mutual funds, banks, insurance companies, and pensions; the securities industry; institutional considerations facing trust managers and others. Students taking this course are encouraged to participate in the Student Investment Fund which manages a portion of the university’s endowment. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 404
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BA 422 Contemporary Issues in Management
A course integrating the various management disciplines, concepts and practices using current cases that deal with contemporary problems, issues and questions affecting the management of the business enterprise. Readings in current business literature are assigned and practical experiences are shared in class discussion and in written reports. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 307
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BA 429 Leadership and Cultural Change
This course is designed to develop and put into practice fundamental leadership skills in the context of an organization’s overall corporate philosophy and value system. Emphasis is placed upon how the leadership process is derived from and supports the overall organizational culture. It shows how the practice of leadership in turn influences and modifies this culture. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Senior-level standing
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BA 430 Sustainable Business Strategy
Sustainability means choosing business models that perform along three key dimensions - economic, environmental and social - over the long haul. The course provides a comprehensive overview of the issue, covering the spectrum from broad ecological, ethical, social, political, legal and economic considerations, down to firm level strategies and tactics at all levels and across all functional areas. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB Senior-level standing
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BA 431 Project Management
This course provides a comprehensive overview of project management. The course addresses the culture, principles and basic techniques of project management. The course reviews the general states of a project in rough chronological order and describes how the stages interrelate. Basic tools of project management, such as work breakdown structure, scheduling, earned value analysis and risk management are introduced. The principles and tools are integrated and clarified through case studies from a variety of organizational settings and through creation of project management plans developed by students working in teams. The course is designed to help students prepare for examinations leading to professional certification in project management. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB junior-level standing and BA 302
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BA 442 Purchasing and Supply Management
This course addresses modern practices and techniques of the purchasing and supply management (PSM) function. Included in the coverage of PSM are supply organization, quality, supplier selection, price determination, purchasing policy and procedures, material and logistic systems, inventory, global purchasing, acquisition of capital assets and supplier relations. This course is designed to help students to prepare for examinations leading to professional certification in supply chain management. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB senior-level standing and BA 395
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BA 446 Logistics and Distribution Management
This course provides an overview of distribution operations and tools to make strategic, tactical and operational level decisions. The course includes order management, packaging and materials handling, transportation, location selection, warehousing management and global logistics. This course is designed to help students to prepare for examinations leading to professional certification in supply chain management. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB senior-level standing and BA 395
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BA 453 Human Resource Management and Business Ethics
This course provides a rigorous and comprehensive approach to understanding the management of both human resources and ethics in a framework of current trends and practice. Emphasis is placed on practical, theoretical and ethical management principles as well as examples and methods for promoting good employment practices. In the study of ethics, students will gain an understanding of the day-to-day ethical and moral forces impacting employees within public organizations both domestically and internationally where local practices and cultural norms differ from our own. Through situational public policy case studies, the course highlights analysis and problem solving approaches to enhancing passion and commitment to personal and corporate honesty. In the field of human resource management, emphasis will be placed upon planning, strategy, personnel selection, equal employment, the legal environment, training, appraisal, compensation and contemporary issues. The course has been developed for the student of general management whose job will involve responsibility for principled leadership in a global environment. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB senior-level standing
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BA 454 Innovation and Design Thinking
This course will enhance students’ ability to use design methodologies and tools for identifying and developing innovation and growth opportunities for business. This applied learning course will introduce students to design-based approaches that enhance business model innovation, expand students’ understanding of innovation for value creation beyond product development, strengthen individual and collaborative competencies for working through the design process, and develop the ability to translate broadly defined opportunities into actionable innovation possibilities and recommendations. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB senior-level standing
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BA 455 International Business
The growth and development of the multi-national corporation is the focus of this course, with attention given to the organizational and staffing problems that occur in the corporation’s international role. The impact of differences in customs, mores, habits and their historical basis, economic and political systems, tax structures, religious beliefs, and societal expectations on the business firm when it crosses its national boundaries are studied. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 307 , BA 212 , BA 330 and BA 360
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BA 456 Seminar in International Business
This seminar provides an opportunity for students to experience firsthand business operations in varying international settings. The seminar will include preparatory classes and lectures, meetings with professors and senior managers of enterprises in the countries visited, and concluding with classes and lectures and a major term paper. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB junior-level or senior-level standing
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BA 457 Entrepreneurship Law
In our complex business world, entrepreneurs face unique legal challenges as they develop start-up businesses and other enterprises. This course prepares entrepreneurs to identify legal issues and avoid legal pitfalls through a multi-disciplinary lens. The course emphasizes practical aspects of start-ups and growth through and up to an IPO. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 303
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BA 458 New Venture Creation and Launch
This course is a practical guide to starting a new business, providing students with exposure to every crucial aspect of the entrepreneurship experience. From the initial phase of evaluating a business idea to the actual business launch, students are introduced to the frameworks, complemented by practical advice and guidelines, provide students with a solid foundation to launch their own businesses while understanding the various risks their startup may face. For those who do not plan to launch a new business, skills learned can be used in their corporate and non-profit careers. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 112 , BA 303 , and BA 360
Corequisite(s): BA 393
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BA 459 Entertainment Management
This course applies principles of management as developed in previous courses specifically addressing the special concerns of the entertainment industry, including managing intellectual property rights, organizing alternative revenue streams, understanding market segmentation and leveraging creative talent. Students are exposed to the challenges of the entertainment industry through readings, lectures and presentations. Ethical consideration in the delivery of creative products and services will be addressed. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 112 ; BA 303 ; PALM 309 or BA 307 ; PALM 312 or BA 360 ; and senior standing
Corequisite(s): PALM 309 and PALM 312 may be taken as corequisites
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BA 460 Marketing and Brand Strategy
Presents brand identity fundamentals and a comprehensive dynamic process for developing and maintaining successful brands. From researching the competition to translating the vision of the CEO to designing and implementing an integrated brand identity program, the process is presented through a step-by-step approach. Topics include research and analysis, brand and identity strategy, brand identity design, brand identity applications, brand asset management as well as standards, guidelines, trademark and other applicable laws. Case studies from small and large businesses are employed to portray the brand identity process in action. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360
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BA 464 International Marketing
Introduction to international marketing for business-to-business and business-to-consumer markets. Course will include examination of cultural, legal, social, environmental and economic trends impacting marketing; international marketing research (primary and secondary research methods); the international marketing mix (product, pricing/INCOTERMS, distribution systems, promotion/branding); marketing strategy development, including market entry and penetration; and ethical issues in international marketing. Implications for small and large businesses will be examined in each case. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360
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BA 466 Digital Marketing Strategy
This course introduces students to strategies and tactics that underpin successful digital marketing, including search optimization, social media marketing, online advertising, email marketing, mobile marketing and content marketing, as well as synergies among these related elements of digital marketing. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360
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BA 467 Social Media and Digital Ad Strategy
This course provides students with tools and concepts for social media and digital advertising in search engines and on social platforms. Students will apply their developing skills to a real-world marketing project or an imagined company by creating profiles, creating and curating content, crafting advertising and doing keyword research. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360
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BA 469 Digital Analytics
This course provides cutting-edge analytical skills. Students will learn Google Analytics, including segmentation of visitors, customer lifetime value assessments and multi-channel attribution techniques. Students will learn about social media analytics. This is a hands-on class where students work with a real data set using commonly employed analysis tools. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 360
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BA 470 Issues in Healthcare Management
Through the media of reading, lectures and presentations, students will be exposed to many of the challenges facing the health care delivery system in relation to its environment. These areas will include organization for delivery of health care services, financing, political and social issues. Ethical considerations in delivery of health care will be addressed. The student will become a more knowledgeable user of health care services. Credit(s): 3
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BA 471 Healthcare Law
This course surveys current ethical and legal responsibilities of healthcare providers and administrators. Emphasis is placed upon Institutional defensive law (medical negligence and torts), healthcare regulation administrative law), patient confidentiality, informed consent and advanced directives, professional discipline, healthcare access, government healthcare policies, managed care, criminal fraud and abuse, patient rights, labor and employment law, environmental regulation, insurance law, public safety and homeland defense/terrorism. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 303
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BA 475 Digital Marketing Practicum
In this course, students select a local company or non-profit wishing to improve the performance of their digital marketing programs. Students will assess the performance of the existing digital assets, if any, then develop and implement a strategy to improve performance using tactics learned in earlier digital marketing classes. Credit(s): 3
Corequisite(s): BA 469 and BA 466
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BA 480 Current Issues in Arts, Entertainment and Media Management
This course serves as a capstone experience for the Arts, Entertainment and Media Management (AEM) program. Through case studies and exposure to current events articles, students will apply AEM concepts, analyze situations, evaluate action options and create solutions to organizational challenges. In addition to the synthesis of material covered throughout the curriculum, this course also includes a seminar on selected topics in the management of AEM organizations. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BA 459
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BA 490 BBA Integrative Management
This course serves as a capstone experience for the undergraduate program. Through case studies and exposure to current events, students apply concepts, analyze situations, evaluate action options and create solutions to organizational challenges. Students integrate knowledge and concepts from prior BBA coursework. Topics covered may include methods for analyzing the business environment as well as firm resources and capabilities, mergers and acquisitions, international business, joint ventures and other strategies, corporate social responsibility, and corporate governance. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in the BSB
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BA 493 Advanced Management Theory and Practice
A future oriented senior capstone in management designed to synthesize previous learning and to prepare the student for entry into the work force as an entry or mid-level manager. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB senior-level standing
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BA 495 Directed Study
Utilized for courses in business administration that are not offered elsewhere, and for individuals desiring to pursue a given issue, topic, or concentration further than obtainable in regularly scheduled courses. May be repeated once. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB junior-level or senior-level standing
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BA 498 Business Internship
A link between the classroom and experience on the job, the internship provides qualified students a three-way arrangement among the professor-Advisor, the employer and the student-employee. Students may obtain appropriate employment on their own or in conjunction with the internship advisor of the school of business. A minimum of two 40-hour work periods is required for each semester hour of credit for which the course is taken. Credit(s): 3 or 6
Prerequisite(s): BSB junior-level or senior-level standing and permission of the internship advisor
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BA 499 Business Seminar
Group study of an advanced topic in business administration. This course can be built around a common interest of the enrolled students or may be used as a forum for presentation and discussion of current faculty research. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): BSB junior-level or senior-level standing
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CHEM 105 Chemistry and Society
This course is intended for students not majoring in the natural sciences. It provides an introduction to the chemistry of everyday life with a focus on its relation to societal issues. Topics may include the atmosphere, water, nuclear and solar energy, plastics, drugs, cosmetics, and nutrition. Three lecture hours plus two laboratory hours per week. Credit(s): 4
Corequisite(s): CHML 105 Chemistry and Society lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 121 General Chemistry I
A study of the fundamental laws and principles of chemistry. Emphasis is given to standard laboratory procedures and techniques for chemical analysis. This course is designed to provide the student with a chemical background to be utilized in other fields of work as well as for further work in science. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Corequisite(s): CHML 121 General Chemistry I lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 122 General Chemistry II
A continuation of the fundamental concepts of chemistry. Included is a study of the preparation, properties, and uses of the more important elements and their compounds. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better in CHEM 121
Corequisite(s): CHML 122 General Chemistry II lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 211 Analytical Chemistry
Recent techniques of chemical analysis are presented. Basic principles of quantitative acid-base, redox and complexometric titrimentry. Gravimetric and colorimetric analysis are included. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better in CHEM 122
Corequisite(s): CHML 211 Analytical Chemistry lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 301 Organic Chemistry I
A comprehensive introduction to the modern theories of organic structure and reactivity. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better in CHEM 122
Corequisite(s): CHML 301 Organic Chemistry I lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 302 Organic Chemistry II
A continuation of the fundamental principles of organic chemistry. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better in CHEM 301
Corequisite(s): CHML 302 Organic Chemistry II lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 311 Instrumental Analysis
Modern analytical methods of separation and characterization. The theory and technique of spectrophotometric, electronanalytical and chromatographic methods of analysis. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better in CHEM 122
Corequisite(s): CHML 311 Instrumental Analysis lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 317 Inorganic Chemistry
A survey of fundamental aspects of the inorganic chemistry of main group and transition metal elements. Topics include atomic structure, molecular symmetry, bonding models, coordination chemistry and metal carbonyl chemistry. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better in CHEM 122
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CHEM 321 Physical Chemistry I
An application of laws and principles of physics and mathematics to chemical systems. Topics studied include thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibria, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and elementary quantum mechanics. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better in CHEM 122 and MATH 201
Corequisite(s): CHML 321 Physical Chemistry I lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 322 Physical Chemistry II
This course is a continuation of CHEM 321 . Topics covered include quantum mechanics and spectroscopy. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 321
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CHEM 331 Biochemistry I
A study of the fundamental principles, applications, and major recent advances in biochemistry. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better grade in CHEM 121 and CHEM 122
Corequisite(s): CHML 331 Biochemistry I lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 332 Biochemistry II
A continuation of the fundamental principles, applications, and major recent advances of biochemistry. Three-hour lecture plus three-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): A “C-” or better in CHEM 331 . CHML 332 Biochemistry II lab must be taken concurrently
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CHEM 380 Chemistry Practicum
This course will involve observation and participation in the operation of an industrial chemical laboratory. Assignments will be made by Shenandoah University faculty in cooperation with local industry and will include twenty-five hours of working experience per semester. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry majors with 15 credit hours of chemistry only
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CHEM 420 Advanced Synthesis and Analysis
This is a laboratory-oriented course in which advanced techniques in chemical synthesis and qualitative analysis are studied. Four-hour laboratory per week. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211 , CHEM 302 and senior standing
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CHEM 491 Research Seminar
This course is designed to provide an opportunity for study of the scientific approach to the solution of technical problems. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211 and CHEM 302 It is strongly recommended that students enroll in this course in the fall or spring of their junior year
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CHEM 492 Research Seminar
This course is designed to provide an opportunity for study of the scientific approach to the solution of technical problems. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211 , CHEM 302 , and CHEM 491
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CHEM 495 Topics in Chemistry
Study of specific topics, issues or themes within the field of chemistry. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3
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MUCH 331 Church Music I
This course is an inclusive week of “hands on” study in the field of church music with special emphasis on children’s choir methods and materials, basic conducting and the role of music in the church. Credit(s): 3
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MUCH 332 Church Music II
This course is an inclusive week of “hands on” study in the field of church music in which students plan, prepare and participate in a wide variety of church services. The adult choir (methods and materials and conducting the adult volunteer choir), plus the role of music in the church, is the central focus of the week. Credit(s): 3
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MUCH 333 Church Music III
This course is an inclusive week of “hands on” study in the field of church music in which the participants plan, prepare, and participate in a wide variety of church services. Special emphases of this week are the role of the organ in worship, organ repertoire, hymn playing and organ accompaniment. Credit(s): 3
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MUCH 334 Church Music IV
This course is an inclusive week of “hands on” study in the field of church music in which the participants plan, prepare, and participate in a wide variety of church services. Emphasis will be placed on service playing, organ repertoire and console conducting. Credit(s): 3
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MUCH 335 Church Music V
This course is an inclusive week of “hands on” study in the field of church music in which the participants plan, prepare, and participate in a wide variety of church services. Emphasis will be placed on the study of hymns, their utilization in worship and their history and theological interpretation. Credit(s): 3
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MUCH 336 Church Music VI
This course is an inclusive week of “hands on” study in the field of church music in which the participants plan, prepare, and participate in a wide variety of church services. Hymns as theological statements and advanced choral conducting are the special emphases. Credit(s): 3
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MUCH 407 Church Music Internship
This course offers supervised practical experiences in a church music setting for a minimum of 150 clock hours. Credit(s): 3
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MUCH 495 Special Topics
This course is an investigation of a specialized topic within church music. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.
Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic
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MUCH 499 Individual Directed Research
This course allows for guided individualized study of projects in church music, which may be used to fulfill music electives only. Projects must be approved by the associate dean for faculty and academic affairs and the division chair and/or program coordinator prior to registration. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3 credits, dependent upon topic.
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Computer Science |
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CSC 121 Introduction to Computer Programming I
This course will introduce students to several
topics in computer programming as well as an
overview of computer science. It will investigate
parts of a program along with several programming
techniques and debugging. Students will learn the
basics of computer programming, how to write
simple programs and develop and implement
algorithms to solve problems. No previous
programming experience is required. Three
credits. Credit(s): 3
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CSC 122 Introduction to Computer Programming II
This course is a continuation of CSC 121. In this
course, students will develop advanced computer
programming skills and the ability to write
longer programs. The course will combine lecture
and workshop to allow students to further develop
skills in computer programming. Prerequisite:
Earned grade of “C-” or better in CSC-121. Three
credits. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Earned grade of “C-” or better in CSC-121
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CSC 210 Data Structures
This course investigates implementation and design of data structures. Topics include arrays, stacks, queues, heaps, dictionaries, maps, hashing, trees, sets, and graphs. Students will develop the skills to write efficient programs. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CSC 122
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CSC 301 Introduction to Networking
This course introduces students to the world of computer networking. Digital communications are critical in the modern age, and networking is a key component to digital communications. It will discuss basics of networks including protocols, topology, and network operating systems. The course will enable students to investigate, troubleshoot, and build networks. The course will also introduce network security. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): INT-101
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CSC 403 Operating Systems
This course examines design and implementation of operating systems, memory management, and process management. Students will investigate algorithms within operating systems. The importance of security and protections within operating systems will be explored. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CSC 122
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CSC 406 Machine Learning
This course will introduce students to the world of machine learning and will combine the theoretical and practical sides of machine learning. Machine learning is a multidisciplinary field that combines computer science, statistics and computational mathematics to allow computers to solve problems. Students will analyze a variety of approaches and algorithms in machine learning. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CSC 122 DATA 301 MATH 303
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CSC 410 Introduction to Databases
This course introduces students to databases and teaches students to design, implement, and maintain databases. Students will investigate fundamentals of databases, examine the application of query languages, including SQL, and investigate NoSQL databases. Students will compare and contrast various systems and will investigate data manipulation. Students will also study database security. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CSC 122
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Criminal Justice |
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CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
This course reviews the fundamental theories,
practices and institutions of the criminal
justice system in the United States, and includes
a survey of the organization and practices of
police, courts and prisons. Credit(s): 3
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CJ 102 Introduction to Criminology
This course consists of an introductory review of the classical and contemporary schools of criminal theory. This course also studies the nature and causes of crime through a review of specific crime categories and criminological theories. Credit(s): 3
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CJ 224 Crime Scene Investigation
This course provides an introduction to the basic forensic procedures of crime scene investigation and how they are used to assist in criminal investigations. Students will learn the basic principles, scientific foundation and general procedures used for the collection, preservation and submission of physical evidence relevant to a crime scene investigation. This is not a laboratory course, but instead an introductory course that will provide a basic understanding of forensic procedures and the critical issues related to their use in an investigation. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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CJ 230 Crime Films (same as FILM 230)
This course examines the portrayal of the criminal justice system in cinematic movies. For better or worse, the public’s understanding of the justice system is greatly influenced by its portrayal in popular media, especially film. This course looks at the various modes of presentation which filter and shape the public’s familiarity with the activities of police, the courts and the correctional system. Various forms of the crime story will be examined, along with the portrayal of theories about crime. These elements of analysis will be used to explain and account for the various degrees of accuracy represented in portrayals of the criminal justice system in movies. Credit(s): 3
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CJ 261 Juvenile Delinquency
Defining and explaining delinquency, its social context and types of intervention. Credit(s): 3
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CJ 270 Drugs and Crime
This course investigates the history, theory, practice and legal environment of drug related crime and related criminal justice issues. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CJ 101
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