| B 101 Introduction to Business |
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| Required for all business management majors. Recommended also for non-business students interested in gaining an overview of business management, marketing, accounting, human resource management, and small business entrepreneurship. |
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| B 201 Introduction To Finance |
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| This is an introductory course to familiarize non-business majors with the basic vocabulary and substantive knowledge of personal finance, financial institutions, and business finance. The class will provide an opportunity to develop skills in effective communication, financial analysis, and problem solving. Ethics in the area of finance will be discussed. |
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| B 220 Business Communication |
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| Prerequisite: English 111 and 22 credit hours. |
| This course includes learning proper grammar, punctuation, and format of documents; analyzing, composing, and dictating business letters and memos; producing job application documents; researching and creating business reports; interviewing; and giving oral presentations. |
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| B 247 Principles of Marketing |
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| An introduction to the fundamental principles of marketing for non-business majors. Such topics as: the marketing environment, product development, pricing-strategy, distribution, and promotion will be discussed. |
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| B 275 Business Law and the Legal Environment |
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| An introduction to legal aspects of establishing and operating a business. Topics covered include legal procedures, contracts, commercial paper, and business organizations. |
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| B 279R Business Discovery Series |
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| The course consists of a weekly one-hour lecture by successful entrepreneurs, business persons, and faculty. Individuals in differing stages of their careers, from small and large companies, and from various industries will be invited to speak. |
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| B 283 Entrepreneurship Skills |
(3:3:0)
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| This course offers an introductory level overview of the major elements of entrepreneurship and small business management. This course is especially good for students who plan to launch a business while going to school or plan to have their own business in the future. |
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| B 298R |
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| Prerequisite: Business Majors Only. |
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| B 301 Financial Management |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pre-Business Core (B 220, B 275, IS 140, Econ 111, Econ 112, Acct 201, Acct 202, and Math 221) or instructor approval. |
| Part of the junior core for business majors. Covers financial statement analysis, cash management, capital structure, capital budgeting, short and long-term financial management, sources of financing, risk/return, dividend policy, and international finance. Basic mathematics of finance and spreadsheet software will be taught and used in the course. |
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| B 321 Organizational Effectiveness |
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| Fee: $20.00 |
| Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Pre-Business Core (B 101, B 220, B 275, IS 140, Econ 111, Econ 112, Acct 201, Acct 202, and Math 221) or instructor approval. |
| Part of the junior integrated core for business majors. Organizational Behavior at three levels: individual, group, and organizations. Examination of areas: motivation, team, group behavior, organizational design, structure, culture, communication, leadership, decision making, and managing change. |
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| B 341 Marketing Management |
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| Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Pre-Business Core (B 101, B 220, B 275, IS 140, Econ 111, Econ 112, Acct 201, Acct 202, and Math 221)or instructor approval. |
| Part of the junior core for business majors. Designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to marketing principles. |
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| B 361 Operations Management |
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| Fee: $10.00 |
| Prerequisite: Math 108 or 110, Math 221, IS 140 |
| Part of the junior core for business majors. This course will focus on operational issues common to all businesses with increased emphasis on service businesses. Regular quantitative assignments using spreadsheet-based operations management software will be included. |
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| B 364 |
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| A management class as it relates to the operations of an automotive dealership or aftermarket business. The course will cover basic management skills pertaining to the automotive industry as well as human resource skills such as hiring, recruiting and motivating employees. Strategies for customer retention, promotion, advertising and marketing will also be addressed. Finally, an overview of financial statement analysis pertaining to an automotive repair business will be presented. |
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| B 370 Human Resource Management |
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| An overview of all facets of Human Resource including strategies and environment, diversity, Equal Employment Opportunity laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act; recruiting, selecting, training, and development; performance appraisals, compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, and OSHA regulations. The course will include solving case studies, and students will design presentations and conduct Human Resource activities. |
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| B 380 Introduction to International Business |
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| Explores international business, trade, foreign investment, and the challenges confronting U.S. firms in international environments. Analyzes how marketing, production, finance, and human resource management are affected by cultural, political, economic, and legal differences. |
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| B 383 |
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| B 398 Advanced Academic Internship |
(3:0:0)
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| Prerequisite: Completion of at least three of the following courses: B 301, 321, 341, 361, and IS 350. |
| Students will participate in the following: review and learn new job-getting skills in resume writing, job portfolio preparation, networking, and interviewing; find a professional business management internship/job in an approved business and complete 270 hours of work over a minimum time length of eight weeks; apply the principles and skills learned in the classroom to on-the-job practices and procedures in business management. Through on the job experience, students will gain a greater vision of what it means to be a business management professional. Students will establish professional career networking links with the business they are employed in and other exposed businesses and businessmen they come into contact with during work experience. Students will receive timely consultation from inside and outside sources to help direct learning progress in various job responsibilities. Students may also receive compensation and recognition by receiving wages from the employer and letters of recommendation from both the employer and BYU-Idaho. |
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| B 401 Advanced Financial Management |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301 or Acct 301 |
| Financial management in the corporate setting, asset valuation, risk analysis capital decision making, financial controls, applications of financial principles to the corporate organization, in-depth coverage of securities structure and pricing, capital generation and dividend policy. Also includes working capital management, leasing, and international corporate finance. |
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| B 410 Investments |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301 or Acct 301 |
| Covers topics in the financial markets, including portfolio theory, valuation, fixed-income securities, security analysis, mutual funds, and derivative assets, financial markets, investment vehicles, asset allocation, risk analysis, evaluating performance, global considerations, buying and selling securities, and tax implications of investing. |
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| B 411 Advanced Investments |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 410 |
| Institutional framework of domestic and foreign securities industries, options and futures, advanced coverage of stock and bond analysis, emphasis on investment decision making with theoretical and practical applications. |
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| B 413 Real Estate |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 201 or B 301 |
| A one-semester course in real estate practices and finance. topics include basic forms of real estate ownership, investments, fundamental transactions, appraisal, brokerage, land use planning and financing. Financial aspects of the the real estate business are covered including the mortgage market, real estate lending policies and foreclosure practices. |
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| B 418 Financial Planning |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 201, B 301, Acct 301 |
| Emphasizes the tools and techniques of financial planning for individuals. Subject areas include personal and family budgeting, insurance, investments, estate planning including estate and inheritance tax, retirement planning, and individual income tax considerations. The role of the financial planner will be discussed. |
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| B 420 Advanced Financial Management Skills |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341, 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Businesses Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
An advanced corporate finance course dedicated to covering key topics and issues found in the corporate setting. Topics include advanced coverage in time value of money, asset valuation, capital decision making, cost of capital, financial statement analysis, cash budgets, financial forecasting, and business ethics. |
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| B 421 Investment Skills |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course will cover topic in the following: Investors and the investment process,Financial instruments, How securities are traded, Mutual funds and investment companies, Risk and return, Efficient diversification, Capital asset pricing, Efficient markets, Bond prices and yields, Macroeconomic and industry analysis, Equity valuation, Options markets, Futures markets, and Consumer debt.
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| B 422A Advanced Investment Skills : Banking and Capital Markets |
(2:2:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
An advanced investments course that will cover topics found in the investment arena. Topics include financial markets, investments, portfolio theory, risk analysis, structured finance, and security analysis. A practical approach to investments will be emphasized with in-depth use of Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. |
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| B 422B Advanced Investment Skills: Retail Finance and Financial Planning |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
An advanced investments course that will cover topics found in the investment arena. Topics include financial markets, investments, portfolio theory, risk analysis, structured finance, and security analysis. A practical approach to investments will be emphasized with in-depth use of Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
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| B 423A Management of Financial Institutions: Banking and Capital Markets |
(2:2:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
The course covers management of credit institutions including banks, savings and loans, mutual funds, commercial and consumer finance companies and investment banks. The course deals with regulation of institutions, balance sheet management, loan policy, investments, domestic and international banking institutions. |
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| B 423C Management of Financial Institutions: Corporate Financial Management |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
The course covers management of credit institutions including banks, savings and loans, mutual funds, commercial and consumer finance companies, and investment banks. The course deals with regulation of institutions, balance sheet management, loan policy, investments, domestic and international banking institutions. |
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| B 424A Legal Aspects of Finance: Banking and Capital Markets |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of legal issues that are commonly encountered by finance professionals and to prepare students to recognize legal issues in the finance field and to work confidently with legal advisors.
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| B 424B Legal Aspects of Finance: Retail Finance and Financial Planning |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course is designed to ba a review of legal issues affecting finance including estate planning, securities, and business entitities. |
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| B 424C Legal Aspects of Finance: Corporate Financial Management |
(1-3:0:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course is designed to review of legal issues affecting finance including corporation law, securites and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. |
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| B 425B Risk and Insurance: Retail Finance and Financial Planning |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This is an introduction course in risk management and insurance. The course covers risk managment for individuals as well as for business entities, through the use of insurance and other methods. Personal protection for life, health, auto, homeowner, and disability insurance, as well as business protection through the use of various insurance products is covered. |
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| B 425C Risk and Insurance: Corporate Financial Management |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This is an introductory course in risk management and insurance. The course covers risk managment for business entities through the use of insurance and other methods. Business protection through the use of various insurance products is covered. Risk management strategies for interest rate, currency, and commercial risk managment through the use of derivatives and other tools is discusses. |
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| B 426 Financial Planning Skills |
(2:2:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course will empasize the tools and techniques of financial planning for individuals. Subject areas include personal and family budgeting, insurance, investments, estate planning, individual income tax planning, and the role of a financial planner. |
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| B 427B Skills in Finance New Ventures: Retail Finance and Financial Planning |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
The course provides an overview of options available to be able to successfully finance new ventures. Debt, equity, and self-funding financing alternatives will be explored. The roles of effective business planning, forecasting, and team building also will be discussed within the context of new venture financing. |
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| B 427C Skills in Financing New Ventures: Corporate Financial Management |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
The course provides an overview of options available to be able to successfully finance new ventures. Debt, equity, and self-funding financing alternatives will be explored. The roles of effective business planning, forecasting, and team building also will be discussed within the context of new venture financing. |
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| B 428B Real Estate: Retail Finance and Financial Planning |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course will examine the role of real estate in the larger context of business and society. It will acquaint the students with the principles and practices which are used in Real Estate. The student will develop analytical skills in the application of real estate principles and practices to real estate investment. It will provide the students with a foundational frame of reference for the exercise of judgment in approaching real estate finance and investment.
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| B 428C Real Estate: Corporate Financial Management |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course will examine the role of real estate in the larger context of business and society. It will acquaint the students with the principles and practices which are used in Real Estate. The student will develop analytical skills in the application of real estate principles and practices to real estate investment. It will provide the students with a foundational frame of reference for the exercise of judgment in approaching real estate finance and investment.
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| B 429 Human Resources in Finance |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course will cover the relationship and potential bottom-line impact of Human resources in the realm of Corporate Finance. This course will explore how value is created (or destroyed) through incentive compensation and other benefits offered to employees. Much emphasis will be given to ethics, and the creation and enforcement of policy and procedures. Retirement benefit programs, employee selection and retention, performance managment and safety and health programs will also be covered. |
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| B 440 |
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| B 441 Global Markets |
(2:2:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
A comprehensive overview of the many factors influencing marketing decision and strategies on a global basis. Sensitizes students to differences in cultural, political, legal, and economic environments and how they affect product, pricing, promotion, and distribution strategies. Much of the course is based on student application of marketing concepts and knowledge from previous courses to cases, global marketing scenarios, and a course project. Using a simulation exercise students will conduct business negotiations in an international scenario. |
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| B 443 Marketing Research Skills |
(2:2:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
Concepts and methodology for conducting qualitative and quantitative marketing research will be discussed. Emphasis on solving problems faced by marketing manager. There will be a consulting research project required, involving the use of statistical database software.
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| B 445 Marketing Research for Managers |
(1:1:0)
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| Fee: $30.00 |
| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
Concepts and methodology for conducting qualitative and quantitative marketing research will be discussed. Emphasis on solving problems faced by marketing manager will be discussed. |
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| B 446 Consumer Behavior |
(2:2:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course explores how the consumer's culture and psychological make-up affect buying decisions. Will also address organizational buyer behavior for business-to-business relationships. |
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| B 447 Services |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course will focus on key marketing and operations issues unique to service businesses |
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| B 448 Marketing Law |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course is a review of legal issues affecting marketing, including intellectual property, consumer protection, anti-trust regulations and other related topics. |
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| B 449 Integrated Marketing Communications |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
Strategies in development of a consistent brand image for the firm among employees, customers, and the general public, while accomplishing the firm's sales and profit goals will be discussed. |
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| B 451 Database Tools for Business to Business and Business to Consumer |
(2:2:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course will cover key issues in managing and developing marketing databases for segmenting markets, maximizing relationships with customers, and developing marketing tactics. Also focusing on data mining, CRM and other database tools to focus on developing analysis. |
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| B 452 Negotiations and Business to Business Buyer Behavior |
(2:2:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage |
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| B 453 Marketing Strategy Skills |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course focuses on marketing's role in gaining a sustainable competitive advantage. It will cover all the steps in developing a strategic marketing plan, including situation analysis, objectives, strategies, tactics, and budgets. |
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| B 455 Selling Skills |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
An introductory course covering the fundamental principles of effective selling. Personal development and the process of building relationships of trust will be discussed. Role-playing is used to demonstrate and teach principles covered in the course. |
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| B 456 |
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| B 457 Retail Management |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
| This course is part of the Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Students must apply for the program via the Business Management homepage. If they are accepted to the program, the department will register the student for the class.
This course will cover key marketing and operations issues unique to retailing, including store location, layout, pricing policy, and merchandising math. |
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| B 458 Supply Chain Management Principles |
(1:1:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 301, 321, 341 361 with C- or higher and acceptance to Business Management Integrated Emphasis program. Apply online on the Business Management homepage. |
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| B 460 Principles of Supply Chain Management |
(1:1:0)
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| B 461 Advanced Operations Management |
(3:3:0)
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| B 466 Supply Chain Management - Buy-side Issues |
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| B 468 Supply Chain Management - Sell-side Issues |
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| B 475 Financing New Ventures |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: B 201, B 283 or B 383 |
| An overview of all the options available to successfully finance new ventures. Financing alternatives are explored including debt financing from venture banks, commercial banks, and SBICs, and equity financing from angels, private placements, venture capitalists, and public equity markets. |
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| B 478 Integrated Supply Chain Management |
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| B 499B Business Strategy |
(3:3:0)
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| Prerequisite: Completion of junior core(B 301, B 321, B 341, B 361, Econ 358, Eng 312, and IS 350) or instructor approval. |
| A senior capstone experience wherein students form integrated teams to solve strategic business cases and execute a major project. Cases will cover these areas: Establishing company direction, industry and competitive analysis, evaluating company resources and capabilities, establishing a competitive advantage, competing globally, new business models, corporate culture and leadership. Teams will be balanced to force each participant into an active role in their area of expertise. The class will utilize a textbook as a resouce, but primary evaluation will come from written and oral case solutions and a team project, rather than examinations. |
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| B 499C Innovative Business Lab - Leadership |
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| Prerequisite: Note: Instructor's approval required. Formal application required. See Business Management Department office. |
| A senior capstone experience wherein students act in leadership roles in student-run companies using innovative business models to address marketplace needs or work with faculty in planning major College of Business and Commuication events. Application required. See the Department of Business Management secretary.
Note: B 499C students are the officers of the Innovative Business Lab organization and typically are selected to be officers because they comlpeted B 450 in an above-average manner. B 450 Students are the "workers" of the Innovative Business Lab organizations. |
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| B 499D Business Outdoor Leadership Development (BOLD) |
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| Fee: $50.00 |
| Prerequisite: Limited enrollment. Student must apply through Department of Business Management Office semester before anticipated enrollment. |
| Use an outdoor or natural setting to provide business students with a true experiential education in order to help them develop increased self assurance, teamwork, problem solving skills, use of judgment, communication, commitment and trust. Course includes demanding physical activities and a 9-day backpacking trip. |
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