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LCHI 0101 - Chinese I
Credits: 3
An introduction to Mandarin Chinese intended for students who have no previous experience with the language. Stress on listening and speaking proficiency. Students will be introduced to vocabulary necessary for simply interactions, basic elements of grammar, and the most commonly used characters of modern written Chinese.
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LCHI 0102 - Chinese II
Credits: 3
The second course in the Chinese language sequence. Continued emphasis on aural/oral proficiency, along with the mastery of basic elements of grammar, sentence structure and the most commonly used Chinese characters. Introduction to the culture of the Chinese-speaking world, and attention to intercultural competence in communicative situations.
Prerequisites: LCHI 0101 or equivalent.
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LCHI 0103 - Chinese III
Credits: 3
The third course in the Chinese language sequence. Continues emphasis on listening and speaking proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. Stress on expanding students’ active vocabulary and grasp of grammatical structures along with increased cultural understanding and competence.
Prerequisites: LCHI 0102 or equivalent.
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LCHI 0104 - Chinese IV
Credits: 3
The fourth course in the Chinese language sequence. Stresses continued development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, along with intercultural competence, practiced in relation to everyday communicative situations relating to Chinese culture.
Prerequisites: LCHI 0103 or equivalent.
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Foreign Languages/French |
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LFRE 0101 - French I
Credits: 3
The first course in the French language sequence. An introduction to the sounds and basic grammatical structures of standard conversational French. Stress on oral comprehension and speaking as well as the reading and writing of simple grammatical patterns. Vocabulary is limited to about 400-500 of the most used words.
Prerequisites: No prerequisite.
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LFRE 0102 - French II
Credits: 3
The second course in the French sequence. Stress on oral comprehension and speaking as well as the increased practice of reading and writing. Additional active vocabulary of 400-500 of the most common items.
Prerequisites: one semester of college or one year of high school French.
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LFRE 0103 - French III
Credits: 3
The third course in the French sequence. Stress on oral comprehension, speaking, reading and writing about topics dealing with contemporary life in the French-speaking world. An additional active vocabulary of 400-500 new words.
Prerequisites: two semesters of college or two years of high school French.
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LFRE 0104 - French IV
Credits: 3
The fourth course in the French sequence. Continued emphasis on the four language skills with topics about contemporary life. Additional vocabulary of 400-500 new words.
Prerequisites: three semesters of college or three years of high school French.
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LFRE 0201 - Reading French Texts
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to literature and literary analysis. Students will learn the vocabulary of criticism and will improve their reading skills using selected texts by European, African, and American writers.
Prerequisites: LFRE 0104 or the equivalent.
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LFRE 0205 - Speaking and Writing: Intermediate Level
Credits: 3
This course combines activities designed to help students develop an intermediate level proficiency in oral and written communication skills through a study of the values and attitudes of the Francophone world. The course is conducted entirely in French. The language acquisition component focuses on the following: a) improving students’ facility in speaking and writing French within ‘real-life’ contexts; b) analyzing the linguistic components of a speech sample: phonological, morphological, and syntactic; and c) expanding vocabulary and improving pronunciation and the use of grammatical structures. The area studies component comparing and contrasting the cultural values and attitudes of the Francophone and the Anglophone worlds.
Prerequisites: LFRE 0104 or equivalent.
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LFRE 0305 - Speaking and Writing French: Advanced Level
Credits: 3
This course seeks to help students develop further their proficiency in oral and written communicative skills through a study of the cultural aspects of the contemporary Francophone world. The course is conducted entirely in French. The language acquisition component focuses on the expansion of vocabulary, the practice of advanced grammatical structures, and the performance of advanced level communicative tasks. The area studies component concentrates on contemporary events and personalities in the Francophone world.
Prerequisites: LFRE 0205 or equivalent.
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LFRE 0340 - Special Topics in French
Credits: 3
An in-depth study of a limited or specialized area within French literature or culture. Course content will vary according to the area of specialization of the instructor and the interests of the students. May be repeated if course content differs.
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LFRE 0399 - Independent Study
Credits: 3
A course offered by special arrangement to the student interested in studying a specific aspect of French literature. A reading knowledge of French is required.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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Foreign Languages/Spanish |
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LSPA 0101 - Spanish I
Credits: 3
The first course in Spanish for those who have never studied the language before. Through an introduction to both sounds and basic grammatical structures, it will provide the student with a foundation in both spoken and written Spanish. In this course the emphasis will be on oral comprehension and speaking, and acquisition of a limited, basic vocabulary.
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LSPA 0102 - Spanish II
Credits: 3
The second course in the Spanish sequence. Stress on oral comprehension and speaking will continue, along with increased practice in reading and writing, and enlargement of active vocabulary.
Prerequisites: one semester of college or one year of high school Spanish.
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LSPA 0103 - Spanish III
Credits: 3
The third course in the Spanish sequence will review and seek to expand students’ understanding of grammatical structures. Increased emphasis on reading and writing through materials dealing with aspects of the Spanish-speaking world.
Prerequisites: two semesters of college or two years of high school Spanish.
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LSPA 0104 - Spanish IV
Credits: 3
The fourth course in the Spanish sequence. Stress on reading and some practice in writing, and on the acquisition of new vocabulary. The four language skills, listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be practiced in relation to topics dealing with the Spanish-speaking world and with contemporary life.
Prerequisites: Three semesters of college or three years of high school Spanish.
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LSPA 0120 - Intensive Spanish I & II
Credits: 6
A one semester course covering the material of both Spanish I and Spanish II. Emphasis on speaking and understanding the spoken language.
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LSPA 0121 - Intensive Spanish III & IV
Credits: 6
A one semester course covering the material of both Spanish III and Spanish IV. Emphasis on speaking and understanding the spoken language.
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LSPA 0205 - Spanish Composition
Credits: 3
An opportunity to develop your own style in writing by putting words and sentences together in accordance with the rules of Spanish grammar and rhetoric. The student will practice sentence patterns of differing length and complexity. Stress will be paced on the solution of specific problems of Spanish composition.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0104 or the equivalent.
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LSPA 0212 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers
Credits: 3
Provides heritage speakers of Spanish with an opportunity to develop or augment Spanish academic language skills and to use language in a formal way in both speech and writing. Emphasis will be on grammar, vocabulary development and reading skills across a variety of genres, as well as articulation of issues concerning language and identity.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0215 - Speaking and Writing Spanish
Credits: 3
This course seeks to help students develop further their proficiency in oral and written communicative skills through a study of cultural aspects of the contemporary Hispanic world. The course is conducted entirely in Spanish. The language acquisition component focuses on the expansion of vocabulary, the practice of intermediate-level grammatical structures, and the performance of intermediate-level level communicative tasks. The area studies component concentrates on contemporary events and personalities in the Hispanic world.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0104 or its equivalent.
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LSPA 0217 - Reading Spanish Texts
Credits: 3
Selected readings drawn from the works of various authors and poets of the Hispanic world; the sources include the works of writers from Europe, North and South America, and the Caribbean. An introduction to literature and literary analysis. The goal is the development of the student’s critical vocabulary and reading skills. Writing requirement.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 .
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LSPA 0299 - Topics in Spanish Language
Credits: 3
Focus on review of Spanish grammar or special topics on specific topics on specific language skills such as translation and interpreting. Particular emphasis will be on verb tenses, agreement (adjectives, nouns, articles, etc.), pronouns, accents, idioms, and the structure of sentences. The course will also focus on the continued development of vocabulary, grammatical as well as everyday usage. oral and written proficiency will be strongly emphasized. may be repeated when topic is different.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 and a 200-level LSPA course, or permission of the instructor.
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LSPA 0302 - Topics in Hispanic Cultural Studies
Credits: 3
Provides an overview of the socio-political and cultural background to understand the past, present and future of the Spanish-speaking world (Spanish and the Americas). This will be accomplished through the study and analysis of cultural artifacts (i.e. films, literature, music, visual arts, news) or cultural or political movements. Students may enroll more than once for credit provided topic is different.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0311 - Comparative Grammar: Spanish/English
Credits: 3
An in-depth analysis of the major differences between the grammatical systems of Spanish and English with a particular emphasis on those areas of contrast which are vital to language teaching. Special emphasis on providing students with linguistic resources to avoid imposition of English grammatical structures on Spanish, or Spanish on English, in both speaking and writing. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0205 or LSPA 0215 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0312 - Topics in Hispanic Literature
Credits: 3
Examines various literary genres of the Spanish-speaking world (Spain and the Americas). Readings assigned will include poetry, drama, narrative and the essay. Topics include focus on a particular author, literary movements, or a specific genre. Students will also become familiar with the historical, political and socio-cultural conditions that inform the texts studied in the course. Students may enroll more than once for credit provided topic is different.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0217 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0314 - Spanish for the Professions
Credits: 3
Emphasis on oral and written communication with a focus on improving language skills in specific professional settings. In addition, this course seeks to enhance students’ oral and written proficiency while increasing student awareness of Hispanic/Latino/Latin American communities in the U.S.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0311 or permission of instructor
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LSPA 0316 - Advanced Spanish Conversation
Credits: 3
Focuses on improving students’ conversational skills through active participation in discussions, debates and oral presentations in class. This course provides students with a contextualized content-based approach leading to fluent oral language production. While the emphasis is on oral proficiency, component reading, writing and listening practice are also included.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0317 - Advanced Spanish Composition
Credits: 3
This course has two complementary components: practice with the more complex aspects of Spanish grammar and the development of effective writing skills. Students will examine models of informal and formal writing and will engage in professional and creative writing.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0316 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0318 - Spanish Interpreting I
Credits: 3
Introduce students to consecutive interpretation skills from Spanish into English. Students will strengthen their basic interpreting skills, particularly note-taking. By the end of this course students are able to accurately interpret 10-minute extemporaneous speeches on several topics into English.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0311 and LSPA 0316 .
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LSPA 0321 - Topics in Spanish Language Cinema
Credits: 3
Explores and examines films of the Spanish-speaking world. Includes films representing diverse regions, genres, directors and movements of the Hispanic world. Students will analyze film as cultural, historical, political and economic products of represented nations, regions and groups. Goals for language mastery associated with this course are those associated with the ACTFL Intermediate High/Advanced Low level. Course may be taken a second time when topic is different.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0325 - Popular Culture in the Spanish Speaking World
Credits: 3
A study of popular culture in the Spanish-speaking world through the analysis of various media such as telenovelas, music and film. Particular attention to these forms of cultural expression as reflections of class, gender and ethnic conflicts in the Hispanic world, as well as between specific Spanish-speaking societies and the outside world.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0316 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0328 - Spanish Interpreting II
Credits: 3
Second part of the sequence on developing consecutive interpretation skills. The focus in this course will be interpreting from English into Spanish. Students will continue working on their interpreting skills and note-taking. By the end of this course students are able to accurately interpret 10-minute extemporaneous speeches on several topics into Spanish.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0311 , LSPA 0316 , and LSPA 0318 .
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LSPA 0330 - Methods and Techniques of Translation
Credits: 3
Examines the mechanics of written translation with an emphasis on texts or fragments of texts that expose specific problems, including common problematic expressions encountered in Spanish to English translation and vice-versa. Particular emphasis will be given to elements such as the impersonal voice, structure of sentences, verbal tenses, prepositions and punctuation. Students gain practice in translating both from the target language into their native language and the reverse.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0311 or permission of instructor
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LSPA 0340 - Special Topics in Spanish
Credits: 3
An in-depth study of a limited or specialized area within Spanish/Latin American literature or culture. Course content will vary according to the area of specialization of the instructor and the interests of the students. May be repeated if course content differs.
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LSPA 0397 - Capstone
Credits: 3
This course gives Spanish majors the opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency in the language. Students will engage in a research-base or creative project, which they will also present at the end of the semester. The course will provide students the opportunity for drafting various versions of the project, meet with the faculty one-on-one, and prepare a poster for a presentation to the majors and faculty in the deparment.
Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0398 - Internship: Spanish in the Community
Credits: 3-12
This internship allows students with Spanish language proficiency to work in a professional environment. Internship sites will be selected in consultation with a faculty advisor; students will focus their language development on the requirements and needs of that particular environment. Classroom components of the course will emphasize increasing competence in assessing features and aspirations of diverse communities, and functioning appropriately and confidently in relation to linguistic, generational, class and educational differences. Students are recommended to have completed at least 24 LSPA credits.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
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LSPA 0399 - Independent Study
Credits: 3
A course offered by special arrangement to the student interested in studying a specific aspect of Spanish literature. A reading knowledge of Spanish is essential.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0300 , and LSPA 0307 , or the equivalent.
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Latin American and Caribbean Studies |
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LACS 0101 - Introduction to Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Credits: 3
An interdisciplinary course, introducing Latin America (Mexico and Central and South America) and the Caribbean through a study of the culture, history, geography, politics, social and economic systems, and literature of the regions. Students will gain an insight into some of the major historical events and cultural developments of the regions.
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LACS 0399 - Independent Study in Latin America and Caribbean Studies
Credits: 1-6
Credit for independent study is granted for special academic work done under the supervision of an approved faculty member and the Latin American and Caribbean Studies Advisor. This work may involve library research and subsequent preparation of a scholarly paper; design and completion of an experimental project or field study; advanced study and application with a focus in Latin American and the Caribbean. At the end of the project a final written report should be submitted to the faculty supervisor and the Latin American and Caribbean Studies Minor advisor.
Prerequisites: LACS 0101
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LLIT 0201 - Women Writers of the Americas: Global
Credits: 3
A study of selected works by women writers of the varied linguistic, national and cultural traditions of the Americas, with special attention to the efforts of writers to define themselves in relation or in opposition to existing literary and cultural traditions. Topics of a given semester may focus on writers of a particular region, or on a selected theme or genre (e.g., Women Writers of the Caribbean). Taught in English. Students may enroll more than once for credit provided topic is different.
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LITERATURE
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LLIT 0202 - Women Writers of the Americas: US
Credits: 3
A study of selected works by women writers of the varied linguistic, national and cultural traditions of the Americas. Special attention to the self-definition of writers either in relation or in opposition to existing literary and cultural traditions. Topic of a given semester may focus on writers of a particular region, or on a selected theme or genre. Taught in English. Students may enroll more than once for credit provided topic is different.
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LITERATURE
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LLIT 0210 - Studies in the Literature of Africa and the African Diaspora: (Varying Topics):
Credits: 3
A study of African literature and that of the African Diaspora; focuses on writers of selected national or ethnic origin or on selected themes, topics or genres. Class discussions, oral reports writing assignments and a research paper are required. Topic or genres may vary by semester (e.g. Women Writers of West Africa). May be taken with different topic more than once. Also offered as LFRE 0210 for students who wish to do the readings in French.
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LITERATURE
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LLIT 0220 - Studies in European Cultures (Varying Topics)
Credits: 3
A study of European literature in translation; focuses on writers of selected national or ethnic origin or on selected themes, topics or genres. Class discussions, oral reports, writing assignments and research paper are required. Topic may vary by semester (e.g., The Holocaust, Women in the French Novel, Romanticism). May be taken with different topic more than once.
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LITERATURE
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LLIT 0310 - Seminar in Hispanic Studies
Credits: 3
A study of selected issues, thinkers, themes, authors or genres drawn from the literary and artistic traditions from Latin America, Spaini and U.S. Latinos/as. Readings of primary and secondary sources, oral presentations and significant writing required. Topic varies by semester. Taught in English.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0102 .
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LITERATURE
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LLIT 0320 - U.S. Latino/a Drama
Credits: 3
Explores the experiences, struggles and successes of various Latino communities in the United States through a sudy and analysis of dramatic works. the course will focus around themes such as culture, history and society, politics of identity, and the intersections of race, tehnicity, gender, sexuality and class.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0101 and ENGL 0102
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LASL 0101 - American Sign Language I
Credits: 3
Assist those new to American Sign Language develop linguistic skills to communicate effectively with Deaf or hard of hearing customers/co-workers in various workplaces. Students will also learn about American Deaf Culture, accommodation materials for Deaf and hard of hearing people, requesting appropriate people to facilitate between hearing people and def/hard of hearing people, and the use of alternative approaches to communicate with Deaf and hard of hearing people.
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LASL 0102 - American Sign Language II
Credits: 3
A continuation of LASL 0101. The students will focus on manual grammar and non-facial markers, and continue to develop American Sign Language skills to communicate effectively with Deaf or hard of hearing customers/co-workers in various workplaces. Students will also continue to learn about Deaf culture, accommodation material for Deaf and hard of hearing people, requesting appropriate people to facilitate between hearing and Deaf/hard of hearing people, and the use of alternative approaches to communicate with Deaf and hard of hearing people.
Pre/co-requisite: LASL 0101
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Management |
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MGMT 0101 - Introduction to Business
Credits: 3
An introduction to the field of Business Management. The course covers types of businesses, their organization, and the general functions of financial management, production management and marketing management. (For non-business majors or students considering enrollment in the major.)
Prerequisites: None
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MGMT 0107 - Software Applications in Management
Credits: 3
Examines software designed for management including spreadsheets, data-base packages, and mainframe communications. Provides practical experience and systems theory necessary for managerial decision-making. Fundamentals of computer literacy and logical thinking, as they relate to management, are emphasized.
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MGMT 0220 - Production/Operations Management
Credits: 3
A state of the art strategic systems approach to the operations functions of manufacturing and service organizations. The course covers designing, acquiring, operating, and maintaining facilities and processes; managing the supply chain; controlling and maintaining inventories; and staffing and scheduling human resources needed to provide goods and services.
Prerequisites: ACCT 0104 , MGMT 0250 and MGMT 0107 (or CAIS 0124 or CAIS 0125 ), Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0221 - Business Management: A Survey of Organizational Development and Management Principles
Credits: 3
Provides a general probe into the role of management in business, exploring concepts of management used in business, various issues of Business Management structures and the organization of management. Topics to be studied include: an examination of a systems approach to management, human behavior, personality conflict in organizations and techniques of creative management. The course shall touch upon several leadership development strategies, models of executive action in business policy or control, and provide a broad comprehensive overview of current issues concerning women, minorities and social responsibility in the field of Business Management.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0107 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0224 - Business Analytics
Credits: 3
Business data analytics refers to the ways in which organizations use data to gain insights and make better decisions. Data analytics are used by organizations to improve operations, marketing, finance and strategic planning for better organizational performance. The ability to use data effectively to drive rapid, precise and profitable decisions has been a critical strategic advantage for many large and small business enterprises. In this course, students will learn to identify, evaluate and capture business analytic opportunities that create organizational value.
Prerequisites: MATH 0108 : Elementary Statistics, MGMT 0107 : Software Applications in Management
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MGMT 0241 - Business Law I
Credits: 3
Develops an understanding of the philosophical and logical development of the law and its relationship to business through the use of text and case analysis. Explores, in-depth, substantive contract law, which forms the basis for business transactions, commencing with the initial negotiation and offer through performance of legally binding obligations and the remedies available if obligations are not performed.
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MGMT 0250 - Quantitative Approaches to Business Decisions
Credits: 3
Covers the application of quantitative techniques to business problem-solving and decision making. Subjects include linear programming, probabilities, simulations, PERT, queuing, and game theory. The application of these analytical tools to business decision problems such as: distribution, inventory control, product mix, scheduling, competitive strategy, and forecasting is covered through case analysis. Approximately 1/3 of the course is devoted to case work.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0107 , MATH 0108 , MATH 0115 , and Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0301 - Labor Relations
Credits: 3
Examines the legal relationship between employer and employee. Uses text reading and case analysis to cover labor legislation, union organizations and practices, unfair labor practices, employment discrimination, and affirmative action programs.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0241 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0302 - Small Business Management
Credits: 3
A detailed study of the knowledge required and the factors involved in starting and operating a small business. Cost and money management are emphasized. Other areas covered include: product selection, location and timing, pricing and other marketing techniques, purchasing and inventory control, and the personal factors contributing to success.
Prerequisites: MRKT 0231 and MGMT 0241 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0303 - Event Planning and Marketing
Credits: 3
This course examines the managing of evets from conception to delivery and the promotion of events. Students will learn how to strategically plan and coordinate a typical event from beginning to end and how to develop a marketing plan to promote the event. Topics covered in this course will include: the role of events in today’s world, the structure of the industry, budgets and goals, workflow management, venue selection and negotiation, transporttion and logistics, social media marketing, sponsorships, and corporate branding. Students will gain hands-on experience in event planning and marketing.
Prerequisites: MRKT 0231 and MGMT 0221 OR MGMT 0101
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MGMT 0308 - Organizational Development & Behavior
Credits: 3
Examines the foundations for understanding individual and group behavior and relates these points to the problems faced by managers in organizations. Emphasis is on topics of study relevant to developing managerial effectiveness in interrelationships with other organizational members. Course attempts to develop an understanding of the relationship between individual and organization and to identify management skills that can contribute to effective performance.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0221 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0313 - Collective Bargaining
Credits: 3
Combines the historical, behavioral, and legal elements covering the process of negotiating contractual conditions of employment. Current labor agreements are studied and distinctions between public and private sectors are identified.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0241 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0314 - Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Covers the process of manpower planning and utilization in organizations. Personnel forecasting, employment, training and development, placement, motivation, wage and salary administration, employee benefits, and performance evaluation are covered. Special emphasis is given to problems arising between manager and subordinates, the professional in human services, minority groups, the hard-to-employ worker, and the impact of public policy.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0241 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0320 - Applied Senior Project
Credits: 3
Teams of students will work in groups to provide consulting services to nonprofit organizations of small businesses in the music industry. Students will meet and interview managers in the organization to develop an understanding of the concerns and issues faced by the organization. The team will utilize industry analysis tools and internal analysis tools (Resource-Based analysis) to evaluate the organization, its industry, and its competitive advantage. Recommendations will be created and presented to the organization.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0325 or MGMT 0342 and Senior standing.
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MGMT 0321 - Management Information Systems
Credits: 3
A broad introduction to the use of computer-based information systems in all functional areas of a business. Students learn how information systems may be developed, used, and managed to support the strategic, tactical, and operational decision-making processes in an organization.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0107 or Junior standing as a CAIS or COMS major.
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MGMT 0325 - Business Policy and Strategy
Credits: 3
Emphasizes management planning and control techniques in solving business problems and in determining strategy for sales and profit growth. An integrated case study approach will be used. The course will illustrate the many factors that influence complex business decisions. FOR SENIORS ONLY.
Prerequisites: FINC 0207 , MGMT 0221 , MRKT 0231 , and MGMT 0241 (or AVIA 0243 ).
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MGMT 0327 - Small Business Institute
Credits: 3
Small Business Institute is a cooperative effort between the Small Business Administration and Westfield State University’s Business Management department. The course will supplement the academic training of business students with “real-world” problems from the small business sector. Student teams from the Business Management Program will furnish in-depth management assistance to small businesses. Areas of assistance include: accounting and record keeping, market research, advertising and sales promotion, inventory control, etc.
Prerequisites: Junior/senior status and permission of department.
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MGMT 0330 - Advanced Human Resource Seminar
Credits: 3
This course provides students with more depth in important topics for the human resource professional. These topics include: compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, employment law, globalization, human resource information systems, managing a diverse workforce, performance management, and staffing (recruitment and selection). Emphasis will be placed on providing students with current information regarding trends in HR Management. The strategic role of human resource professionals in organizations will be explored.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0314 Junior or senior status is required
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MGMT 0332 - Industry Analysis for Humanities and Arts
Credits: 3
This course covers the management perspective on industry analysis. The primary tools for analyzing the profitability prospects of an industry such as PESTEL analysis and Porter’s 5 Forces will be covered in depth. Students will learn to apply these tools and appropriate sources of information for completing an industry analysis. Cases for Humanities and Arts organizations will be used to illustrate course concepts. Competitor analysis and competitive intelligence may also be featured.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0221 , MRKT 0231 , FINC 0207 OR MGMT 0101
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MGMT 0333 - Intellectual Property Law
Credits: 3
Intellectual property involves the protection of the works of artists, musicians, businesses, and inventors through the use of copyrights, trademarks, and patents. This course provides an overview of patent, copyright, and trademark laws related to digital works (audio, video, and images) and information technologies. Understanding intellectual property is especially important in the music, art, and entertainment industries to keep art protected so that it cannot be used without the creator’s permission and so that money can be made from their work in its original and altered forms. This course will cover copyright law, trademarks, image publicity rights, and publishing rights.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0241 or MGMT 0101
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MGMT 0338 - International Business
Credits: 3
Provides an opportunity to bring the tools and information gained in previous courses to the task of solving managerial problems in international and foreign environments. Focuses on an analysis of market opportunities, methods of entry in foreign business areas, and related business problems.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0221 and MRKT 0231 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0339 - Seminar in Non-Profit Management
Credits: 3
The course will give students an overview of the nonprofit field, both from the macro and micro perspectives. From the micro perspective, students will learn about nonprofit corporate structures, mission statements, goals and objectives, risk management and recruitment, training and motivation of board, staff and volunteers. Students will also delve into grant writing and fund raising. From the macro perspective, students will gain an understanding of the role of the nonprofit in the community, including needs assessments and how best to market a program.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0221 or permission of the instructor, Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0343 - Entrepreneurial Finance
Credits: 3
This course will use a combination of case discussions and lectures to study entrepreneurial finance. The course is targeted to budding entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. The course will cover topics such as business evaluation and valuation, financing, venture capital funds, employment (recruitment and compensation), and exit strategies.
Prerequisites: FINC 0207 OR MGMT 0101
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MGMT 0344 - Project Management
Credits: 3
Provides students with an understanding of the concepts, processes, and tools for managing projects on time, on budget, within scope, and with high-quality results. These skills may be applied to all types of projects, including new product development, information systems integration, mergers and acquisitions, and construction development. Covers project management techniques such as PERT, CPM, GANTT, WBS and project management software tools.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0220 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0345 - Sports Management Industry
Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of the business aspects of the sports management industry. Topics to be covered include the industry structure, governance, stakeholders, and industry dynamics. Basic principles of management, marketing, law, finance, and ethics in sports will be addressed. Students will be challenged to apply knowledge of sports management to solve basic problems faced by sports managers. The course will also explore career opportunities in the field of sports management.
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MGMT 0346 - Leadership
Credits: 3
Comprehensively examines evolving leadership theory and practice, from trait theory to modern theories of the leadership process, power, leadership styles, situational leadership, contingency theory, and team leadership. Further topics include diversity, ethics, globalization, popular approaches to leadership, and women and men as leaders. The primary course objective is to prepare students for leadership roles in organizations. Students will learn through experiential exercises, lectures, readings, focused videos, and team projects.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0221 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0350 - Special Topics in Business Management
Credits: 3
Examines and analyzes contemporary topics in Business Management. Educates the student in the application of strategy and integrates fundamental problem solving techniques into contemporary situations. Focuses on current business issues, yet takes a traditional perspective.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0355 - Digital and Social Media
Credits: 3
This course examines technologies and applications of the Internet with a focus on developing effective e-business models. Website development, attracting and managing website traffic, search engine optimization, email, social media, mobile marketing, emerging technologies and Internet regulatory and cultural issues are explored in depth. Students will gain practical experience through projects as well as visiting and critiquing Internet-based business models and cases.
Prerequisites: MGMT 0221 and MRKT 0231 , Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0398 - Business Internship
Credits: 3-15
Full time business student/must be a second semester junior or senior and have permission of department.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior status is required.
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MGMT 0399 - Independent Study: Business Management
Credits: 1-6
A course by special arrangement in a specific theoretical or applied area under careful faculty supervision. It is intended to broaden students’ concentration in management or to gain depth in a particular area of interest within this field of study. A student may be assigned a series of readings and discussions, or engage in an applied project in an area agreed upon by the student and instructor and approved by the Chair of the Department. Arrangements must be made with the instructor and Chair before registering for this course.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chair; Junior or senior status is required.
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MRKT 0231 - Marketing Management
Credits: 3
A developmental survey into the field of marketing in business, which will study the roles of marketers in business and society as a whole. Concentration shall be placed on defining marketing, the role of a marketing executive, the various systems of marketing, and the economic factors that affect marketing. In order to probe these questions, the course shall examine consumer behavior, purchase decision making, product pricing, policy and planning, channels of distribution in business, and marketing institutions and organizations. Further dimensions of advertising, marketing research, analysis, forecasting, and marketing information flows, controls, and performance shall be explored.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
(Formerly MGMT 0231)
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MRKT 0251 - Introduction to Commercial Recreation and Tourism
Credits: 3
Analysis of the commercial recreation and tourism industries. Includes a study of participant profiles, types of commercial and resort enterprises and national tourism studies. Also included will be employment opportunities trends and issues. Field visits are required.
Prerequisites: Sophomore status.
(Formerly MGMT 0251)
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MRKT 0306 - Logistics Management
Credits: 3
The process of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient flow and storage of raw materials, in-process inventory, finished goods, and related information from point of origin to point of consumption for the purpose of conforming to customer requirements. Logistics is a systems approach to business problems and company objectives that can be realized by recognizing the mutual interdependence of the functional areas of the firm.
Prerequisites: MRKT 0231 , Junior or senior status is required.
(Formerly MGMT 0306)
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MRKT 0307 - Marketing Research Techniques
Credits: 3
Reviews the specialized techniques for conducting marketing research and how they contribute to marketing strategy. Material covered includes quantitative and qualitative research, simulation, forecasting, survey preparation, and secondary source analysis.
Prerequisites: MRKT 0231 , Junior or senior status is required.
(formerly MGMT 0307)
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MRKT 0309 - Sales and Sales Management
Credits: 3
A course in effective salesmanship and how to set up and control a field sales organization. Course emphasizes the role of personal selling in the marketing mix and covers all basic sales management issues.
Prerequisites: MRKT 0231 , Junior or senior status is required.
(formerly MGMT 0309)
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MRKT 0328 - Principles of Advertising
Credits: 3
Vital to the world of modern business is an understanding of the role of advertising. This course provides a study of the techniques and practices of advertising today. Strategies and procedures for campaign design and execution will be examined. Students will take an advertising idea through the various stages of planning, visualizing and writing advertising copy.
Prerequisites: MRKT 0231 , Junior or senior status is required.
(formerly MGMT 0328)
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MRKT 0336 - Fundamentals of Retailing
Credits: 3
Retailing concepts, structure, and competition are studied and evaluated. Attention is given to techniques and procedures of purchasing goods for resale. The necessity of keeping merchandise assortments adjusted to constantly changing consumer demands is analyzed. Retail organizational trends and management, market analysis, store location, sales forecasting, and retail advertising will be examined.
Prerequisites: MRKT 0231 , Junior or senior status is required.
(formerly MGMT 0336)
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MRKT 0337 - Consumer Behavior
Credits: 3
By gaining a better understanding of the factors that affect consumer behavior, marketers are in a better position to predict how consumers will respond to their marketing strategies. Consumer Behavior draws on the Social Sciences in addition to the quantitative characteristics of the market such as: population patterns, income distribution, living standards, and occupational changes.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior status is required.
(formerly MGMT 0337)
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MRKT 0350 - Special Topics in Marketing
Credits: 3
Examines and analyzes contemporary topics in marketing, advertising, consumer behavior and related areas. Course content will vary according to the area of specialization of the instructor and the interests of the students. May be repeated if course content differs.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor, Junior or senior status is required.
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MRKT 0353 - Resort Management
Credits: 3
A topical course in resort and selected sports management activities. Contents include management and marketing of lodging, retail shops, rental and recreational programs, food services and other year round resort services. Additionally, the selection and operation of seasonal commercialized sports will be included. This unique course combines classroom training in addition to providing a significant work experience at the mountain.
Prerequisites: Junior status, MRKT 0251 , permission of instructor, and departmental permission.
(formerly MGMT 0353)
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MRKT 0354 - Fieldwork in Commercial Recreation and Tourism
Credits: 3-9
Field work offers students and opportunity to work in a directed environment with professionals in the area. Here they experience the work world first hand before graduation. Students learn new skills, test their academic theories, and explore professional goals while making valuable contributions to their employer. This experience also emphasizes individual development. Only 3 credits may be applied to the Commercial Recreation and Tourism minor.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department, Junior or senior status is required.
(formerly MGMT 0354)
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MRKT 0399 - Independent Study: Marketing
Credits: 1-6
A course by special arrangement in a specific theoretical or applied area under careful faculty supervision. It is intended to broaden students’ concentration in marketing or to gain depth in a particular area of interest within this field of study. A student may be assigned a series of readings and discussions, or engage in an applied project in an area agreed upon by the student and instructor and approved by the Chair of the Department. Arrangements must be made with the instructor and Chair before registering for this course.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chair; Junior or senior status is required.
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MATH 0100 - First-Year Seminar
Credits: 2
Intended as a first course for students planning to major in mathematics. This course introduces students to different paths in mathematics, in particular pure mathematics, actuarial sciences, applied mathematics, and certification to teach. Each track will be introduced with appropriate topics, examples, and career profiles.
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MATH 0104 - Pre-Calculus
Credits: 3
This course is appropriate only for students intending to go on to calculus. Other students should choose a different core course appropriate for their major. Topics covered include an in-depth investigation of functions; graphing; exponential and logarithmic functions; and trigonometry.
Prerequisites: High School Algebra II.
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MATH 0105 - Calculus I
Credits: 4
A standard first semester course in calculus. Topics include limits and continuity, the derivative and its properties, applications of differentiation, introduction to anti-differentiation, the definite integrals, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
Prerequisites: MATH 0104 , or High school pre-calculus (including trigonometry, exponential functions, and logarithms) or High school calculus or permission of instructor.
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MATH 0106 - Calculus II
Credits: 4
A continuation of Calculus I. Topics include techniques of integration, applications of the integral, series and sequences, L’Hôpital’s Rule, approximation of functions.
Prerequisites: MATH 0105 .
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MATH 0107 - Calculus I Supplement
Credits: 1
The purpose of this course is to supplement MATH 0105 and give students an opportunity to fill in the gaps in their knowledge of prerequisite material that is necessary for success in Calculus I; particularly in the areas of algebra, trigonometry, and precalculus. This course is to be taken concurrently with MATH 0105 and does not count for the Mathematics Minor.
Pre/co-requisite: MATH 0105 .
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MATH 0108 - Elementary Statistics
Credits: 3
An introduction to basic concepts and techniques of statistics for students needing skills for research techniques in education, business, and the physical, life, and social sciences, or simply to understand the mass of statistical information in modern life. Topics include: graphical techniques such as histograms or box plots; measures of location and spread; scatter plots and correlation; sampling and sampling distributions; estimation and statistical inference (confidence intervals and/or hypothesis testing).
Prerequisites: High School Algebra II.
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MATH 0109 - Calculus II Supplement
Credits: 1
The purpose of this course is to supplement MATH 0106 and give students an opportunity to fill in gaps of their knowledge of prerequisite material that is necessary for success in Calculus II. Specific topics will be determined based on the needs of the students. This course is to be taken concurrently with MATH 0106 and does not count for the Mathematics Minor.
Pre/co-requisite: MATH 0106 .
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MATH 0110 - Mathematical Explorations
Credits: 3
An introductory course designed to provide the liberal arts major with an opportunity to develop a broader appreciation of mathematics by exploring ways in which the artistic, aesthetic, intellectual, and humanistic aspects of mathematics are as important as its utility. Topics may include: mathematical reasoning, the infinite, topology, chaos and fractals, symmetry, elementary number theory, modern geometry, and the history of mathematics.
Prerequisites: High School Algebra II.
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