Management (MBA): Curriculum

BUS 611 – Principles and Practices of Leadership I (1.5)
Part I of a course exploring the posture of the modern leader in a contemporary organizational setting. Topics are explored through creative instruction and case studies.

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BUS 612 – Principles and Practices of Leadership II (1.5)
Part II of a course exploring the posture of the modern leader in a contemporary organizational setting. Topics are explored through creative instruction and case studies.

Prerequisite: BUS 611

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BUS 613 – Principles and Practices of Leadership (3)
Leadership is one of the oldest and most frequently explored areas of business management. Questions of how we lead, what effective leadership is, and how much impact the leader or leaders have on an organization are continually debated in both professional and academic settings. In this course we will explore various theories and aspects of leadership and apply what we learn in various activities designed to help you build skills in this vital management area.

BUS 621 – Financial Fluency I (1.5)
Part I of a course which helps prospective leaders understand the application of accounting and finance concepts related to the interpretation and application of financial data to decision making.

This course is the companion to BUS 622.

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BUS 622 – Financial Fluency II (1.5)
Part II of a course which helps prospective leaders understand the application of accounting and finance concepts related to the interpretation and application of financial data to decision making.

Prerequisite: BUS 621

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BUS 623 – Financial Fluency (3)
Managers in business use accounting and financial information on a daily basis. This does not imply that all managers must be intimately aware of intricate accounting techniques or wildly adept at high-level corporate finance. Instead, managers in most areas of the business need to understand fundamental principles and be able to apply sound reasoning and business practices to make decisions on a daily basis. In BUS 623 the goal is to assist prospective executive leaders in understanding the information provided by the accounting information system and in using that information to improve their decision making.

BUS 631 – Data-Driven Decision-Making I (1.5)
Part I of a course in which students will learn how to shape executive decision-making by ensuring the data they use to inform their decisions is correct.

This is the prerequisite course to BUS 632.

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BUS 632 – Data-Driven Decision-Making II (1.5)
Part II of a course in which students will learn how to shape executive decision-making by ensuring the data they use to inform their decisions is correct.

Prerequisite: BUS 631

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BUS 633- Data-Driven Decision-Making (3)
As a whole, this course is intended to provide students with knowledge on how to shape executive decision-making by ensuring the data they use to inform their decisions is correct. It encompasses the major areas of business research methods, from the research process itself to specific techniques such as survey design. This course also provides students with experience using quantitative and qualitative data to analyze business problems and provide guidance in designing appropriate solutions. Students will gain proficiency in both the consumption and production of business analytics. Students will utilize descriptive and predictive techniques in order to address a variety of business issues.

BUS 641 – The Global Consumer, Markets and Logistics I (1.5)
Part I of a course which explores how the supply of goods and services has been significantly impacted by the evolution of the world-wide web and a global economy.

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BUS 642 – The Global Consumer, Markets and Logistics II (1.5)
Part II of a course which explores how the supply of goods and services has been significantly impacted by the evolution of the world-wide web and a global economy.

Prerequisite: BUS 641

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BUS 643 – The Global Consumer, Markets and Logistics (3)
This course is a study of the inter-related disciplines of Marketing Management and Strategy including: analysis and forecasting of demand; product development; structure of distribution; selection of channels; promotional procedures; logistics, supply chain and the fulfillment of consumer needs in a global context.

BUS 651 – Strategy I (1.5)
Part I of a ‘capstone’ course for the MBA core built on the foundation of the other four core courses. This is an integrative business course built around progressive business simulation.

Prerequisites: BUS 612, BUS 622, BUS 632, BUS 642

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BUS 652 – Strategy II (1.5)
Part II of a ‘capstone’ course for the MBA core built on the foundation of the other eight core courses. This is an integrative business course built around progressive business simulation.

Prerequisite: BUS 651

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BUS 653 – Strategy (3)
Strategy is an integrative course, built around intensive case studies that enable students to apply their knowledge in the context of a real business and understand the dynamics of being a business leader in a complex world. Strategy is in and of itself the work of the organization and its successful execution is the difference between life and extinction.

This course explores core concepts of understanding and managing human behavior in complex organizations. Course materials cover various legal aspects of human resources management. Employee motivation, collective bargaining, recruitment, employee benefits, and performance evaluation are also addressed.

This is an introductory survey course, touching on nearly all of the areas of forensic accounting. The course begins by reviewing the history, accreditation bodies, and certifications in forensic accounting. Financial statement fraud, employee fraud, tax fraud, money laundering, and the litigation issues related to these crimes are examined. Specialty areas of forensic accounting such as cybercrime, economic damages, and business valuation will also be introduced.

Managerial accounting, decision & control models; planning & control under conditions of uncertainty; contemporary issues in cost management.

The primary objective of this course is to estimate firm equity value using financial statement information. Financial statement numbers will be interpreted in order to estimate future revenue, earnings, cash flow, and other value metrics. Financial statement information will also be used to recognize sustainable and transient earnings and cash flow components. The academic literature will be examined to showcase a number of prominent financial statement analysis strategies.

This course examines strategic financial decisions made by corporations and individuals. Financial models for valuing stocks, bonds, and derivative instruments such as options, forwards, futures, swaps will be analyzed to provide an infrastructure for making strategic financial decisions. Capital budgeting, project evaluation, working capital management, credit policy, debt policy, dividend policy, leasing policy, growth policy, and compensation policy will be analyzed.

Introduction to Data Science introduces students to important data science goals and objectives that inform data collection and analysis techniques. Students will also embark on developing an understanding of how appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods, data collection techniques, and software help data scientists interpret and apply research findings to help solve real world problems using private and proprietary data sources, as well as publicly available ones. Finally, this course helps students develop advanced critical thinking of research ethics and social responsibilities, as they relate to management and decision sciences.

In Statistical Methods, students learn advanced statistical models for data analysis. This course enables the theoretical understanding and practical application of the principles and techniques of statistical data analysis.

Data Mining introduces students to theoretical concepts and methods in the field of data mining. Students explore data mining methods used for prediction and knowledge discovery in databases (KDD) by using programming software to analyze real-world data.

In Machine Learning, students learn the key machine learning algorithms and their applications to real-world problems. Students learn theoretical foundations and empirical applications of machine learning with hands-on programming assignments and projects.

In Data Visualization, students become effective data storytellers by creating rich visuals to represent and communicate data analysis.

This course introduces domestic and global business models that have evolved over the last 30 years. The course offers context and examines one of the most disruptive periods in modern business history, and connects the thinking to current and not-yet-established models.

This course provides a multi-tier approach to audience/market analysis, including a deeper examination into the rise of niche products and services, and an introduction to data-driven methods in order to recognize changes in the contemporary business climate. Top-down, deliberate theories that once applied to the development of audiences/markets are now replaced by real-time shifts that must be evaluated and capitalized upon immediately in order to realize success.

Prerequisite: BUS 517

The course provides an understanding of the importance of multiple revenue streams in order to establish a sound and successful strategy for an existing or emerging media product or organization. Since technology will continue to alter the means of income generation as smaller and diverse payment methods continue to evolve, companies must adapt to changing markets and realize opportunities for success on the local and global stages through data-driven assessment and application.

Prerequisite: BUS 517

Students will apply concepts from the specialization – or from their industry-specific experience – as the course serves as an accelerator environment for either a student or a team’s product, service, or organization.

Prerequisite: BUS 517 or Permission of Instructor

This course presents an overview of legal and ethical issues health care administration. Students will explore a wide variety of health care legal and ethical situations and dilemmas and develop a foundation of knowledge of health law and ethical decision-making. The course stresses practical knowledge of health laws and ethics and their application in the real world of health care.

This course examines broad aspects of service sector marketing, management, and strategic planning. Students will explore a variety of topics, including the customer’s role in service delivery, designing the service offering, service recovery, strategic plans, and strategy’s impact on successfully delivering services.

Same as MGT 531.

Breadth and depth experience of performance improvement initiatives that impact all levels of health care including clinical and financial issues.

This course examines the major components of organizational development and change: the evolution of organizational development, the nature of organizational change, and how change agents can effectively manage and implement change in organizations. The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of Organization Development, providing consultant tools and methods to current/prospective managers, administrators, and consultants. The emphasis is on practical applications of best-of-class practices for graduate students pursuing careers in government, education, nonprofit, and private sector organizations.

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of information systems used for managerial and clinical support in healthcare, including electronic health records. The course covers the concepts of healthcare delivery systems, their integration with workflow processes and employee and patient management, clinical data collection, data storage management, and data confidentiality and security.

The General specialization is perfect for business professionals who need more than one area of focus, as it offers a broad knowledge base tailored to the needs of your career. You will have the opportunity to select any three graduate level courses available to design your expertise to your current and future needs.

A ‘capstone’ course for all MBA concentrations. The project proposal and execution are designed to allow the student to integrate and apply what they have learned in their MBA program to a meaningful business project.

Prerequisite: BUS 652 and permission of the department

A ‘capstone’ course for all MBA concentrations. The project proposal and execution are designed to allow the student to integrate and apply what they have learned in their MBA program to a meaningful business project.

Prerequisite: BUS 679