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In this course, learners study the fundamental concepts of elementary statistics, including descriptive statistics, methods of counting, probability distributions, approximations, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Learners then use these concepts to gain an understanding of the application and interpretation of statistical results.

In this course, learners build and strengthen the skills needed to succeed in their program and the workplace. Learners engage in interactive activities that help them develop a business perspective and expand their organizational, research, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Learners also participate in building a learning community, share talents and resources with courseroom peers, and prepare professional written communications. Other topics include teamwork, ethics, and project creation.

This course presents fundamentals of e-business, acquisition of hands-on experience with e-business technology, evaluation of primary management considerations in the development process of commercial e-business systems, and assessment of the implications of an e-business initiative. Learners also study the development of an e-business technological and management plan for an enterprise.

In this course, learners examine the fundamentals of marketing and sales: market research and planning, product differentiation and positioning, marketing communications, differences between consumer and business markets, and relational marketing and sales strategy. Learners prepare a marketing and sales plan, and a corresponding marketing and sales strategy for a simple product offering.

This course helps learners develop an understanding of the fundamentals of human resource management, explore the human capital perspective of employees as the principal economic asset of the enterprise, examine human capital development, and study how the HRM function is evolving in different types of organizations. The implications for human resource professionals are underscored in each of these functions. Learners are assigned a case study in which they work to identify and understand the evolving talents, motivations, and needs of employees of different generations, backgrounds, and personalities.

This course enables learners to gain knowledge of the fundamentals of finance and accounting, to understand and create the standard financial statements of a simple enterprise, and to evaluate the financial condition of this simple enterprise from the different perspectives of various financial institutions using typical financial ratios and metrics. Learners practice reading and understanding annual reports of more complex publicly traded enterprises to interpret explanatory footnotes and to relate financial statements to the business performance of the enterprise.

Learners in this course examine financial accounting principles and the ways accounting information is used to assess an organization’s financial performance. Learners study the relationship between business events and accounting systems and analyze an organization’s financial structure.

In this course, learners focus on the role of accounting in the management of an organization. Learners analyze accounting systems and financial statements and apply sound budgeting and time value of money principles from a managerial perspective.

This Course Is An In-depth Study Of Financial Accounting Theory And Practice Using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (gaap) And Financial Accounting Standards Board (fasb) Pronouncements. Learners Study Financial Reporting And Apply Financial Statement Conceptual Frameworks To Prepare Financial Statements.

Learners in this course analyze and apply advanced financial accounting concepts and consolidated financial statement information. Learners also evaluate the influence of global money markets and examine partnership and corporate accounting issues and governmental entities.

This course emphasizes the role of cost and managerial accounting in the planning, control, and performance evaluation of business, government, and nonprofit organizations. Learners examine the theory and practice of business control and give particular attention to strategic aspects within business decision cycles.

In this course, learners study fundamental concepts of individual, partnership, and corporate income taxation and tax-related transactions. Learners examine events that affect tax decisions, apply tax guidelines, and analyze tax forms.

This course presents the nature and economic purpose of auditing by emphasizing the philosophy and current environment of the auditing profession. Learners study the stages and issues involved in planning and conducting a financial audit on various transaction cycles. Learners also examine the code of professional ethics as defined by the American Institute Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and its influence on the auditing process.

In this course, learners evaluate the principles of financial decision making. Learners examine the ways global economic conditions affect financial theory and decision-making processes. Learners also apply financial tools to evaluate finance principles.

The capstone project is the culmination of the bachelor’s degree program in Business and is intended to demonstrate the technical and applied business knowledge and the critical-thinking and communication skills learners gain during their program. Learners formulate ideas for a new business product or service, create a vision, and develop a strategic plan that describes how to implement their concept.

This course is an introduction to management and leadership. Learners explore the relationship between organizational management and leadership within a changing business climate. The course focuses on the individual’s role in aligning management practices with leadership-driven mission, vision, and goals.

This course helps learners develop an understanding of the fundamentals of organizational communication; explore the interrelationship of organizational communication, symbols, culture, and performance; learn effective communication practices in relationships internal and external to the enterprise; and realize how they contribute to successful organizational performance. Through participation in a case study, learners examine the ways organizational communication factors are interrelated and function in an enterprise.

Choose 39 quarter credits of additional undergraduate courses.

This Course Is The First Component Of The Mba Experience And Employs The Grow Coaching Model That Provides Learners With Guidance As They Navigate The Mba Academic Environment. Learners Identify And Prioritize Their Professional Development Goals And Strategize Ways To Effectively Manage Their Mba Experience So That They Can Stretch Themselves, Have A Positive Impact On Their Career, And Reposition Themselves For Greater Responsibility And Influence Within Their Organization. Learners Also Explore Assessment Tools To Use In Identifying Their Management Skills And Clarifying Their Purpose, Vision, And Values. This Course Prepares Learners To Begin The Professional Effectiveness Coachingsm Process. Mba6010 Must Be Taken By Mba Learners In Their First Quarter. Mba6010 And Mba6020 Must Be Taken In Sequence. Cannot Be Fulfilled By Transfer Or Petition.

This Course Focuses On Leadership Effectiveness Practices And Behaviors And Provides The Foundation For The Remaining Mba Program Course Work. Learners Analyze The Different Leadership Styles Present Within Their Organization And The Ways They Are Used To Mobilize Others To Accomplish Organizational Goals. Learners Also Analyze Their Own Personal Leadership Styles, Evaluate Their Leadership Skills In Terms Of Strengths And Areas Of Improvement, And Develop Measurable Goals For Applying New Leaders Hip Practices And Behaviors In The Context Of A “personal Best Project” Within Their Organization. Mba6010 And Mba6020 Must Be Taken In Sequence. Cannot Be Fulfilled By Transfer Or Petition.

This course presents learners with a comprehensive approach to marketing and brand management. Topics include marketing strategy and competitive differentiation; segmentation and targeting; the positioning levers of product, price, promotion, and distribution; and creation and management of brand. Learners analyze the major decisions that marketers must make in their efforts to effectively use company resources to meet marketplace needs and use commonly accepted criteria to evaluate those decisions.

This course presents tools and techniques for effective process and supply chain selection, design, planning, and control. This course helps learners apply the principles and techniques of process-based management as a foundation for continuous improvement. Learners explore ways to design, develop, and manage effective operations management tools required to detect and fix problems quickly. Learners identify, discuss, and practice applying measures of operational performance that support organizational growth, innovation, and market leadership. As a result, learners are better prepared to respond to changes in market demand.

Analyzing and interpreting quantitative information is a primary component of effective business administration. In this course, learners become familiar with performing analysis and evaluation using statistics and mathematical modeling to support effective decision making in management practice. Course activities include case analysis, discussions of business-related statistical problems, and readings focused on state-of-the-art statistical methods for business decision-making.

This course provides a survey of financial and managerial accounting concepts and practices. Topics include the accounting cycle, financial reporting, financial statements analysis, cost accounting, management control, differential analysis, and ethical aspects of accounting and financial reporting.

This Course Provides Basic Theories And Techniques Related To Acquisition Of, Accounting For, And Allocation Of An Organization’s Financial Resources. Along With A Comprehensive Overview Of These Processes, Learners Identify And Apply Basic Financial Management Theories And Techniques That Support Effective Acquisition And Allocation Of Their Organization’s Financial Resources And Apply Their Knowledge Of Finance Management Practices To Real-world Business Concerns And Issues Within Their Work Environment. Prerequisite(s): Mba6140, Mba6150.

This course addresses the use of information, knowledge, and technology as strategic assets. Learners develop the ability to proactively manage information as a strategic asset, recognize how to use appropriate technologies by applying new skills and knowledge, and understand the importance of monitoring and adjusting their organization’s communication processes and principles. This course focuses on leveraging available information technology and communication assets in order to realize an organization’s business goals.

In this course, learners examine tools and techniques for competitive analysis, strategic planning, and strategy implementation. Learners gain knowledge of the tools and concepts needed to develop a business strategy including macro environmental scanning, industry and competitive analysis, value chain analysis, SWOT analysis, identification of critical success factors and driving forces, and development of strategic alternatives and recommendations. Throughout the course, learners apply these tools and concepts as they develop a strategic profile for a company that is described in a detailed case study.

In this course, learners examine accounting applications with respect to the nature and scope of business operations. Topics include parent and subsidiary accounting in multinational operations, partnership accounting, accounting for mergers and acquisitions, and accounting for branches and agencies of business entities. Prerequisite(s): MBA6150.

In this course, learners cultivate their ability to apply a system approach to planning and controlling organizational budgets. Learners become familiar with preparing budgets, accounting, and performance reports. Other topics include analyzing the impact of budgets on an organization, the function of budgetary systems in organizational planning, and control. Prerequisite(s): MBA6152.

This course teaches learners to audit and evaluate the control of computerized accounting information systems. Learners analyze auditing and evaluation standards and the effects of auditing on information technology in business operations. The course also covers statistical analyses of accounting control systems. Prerequisite(s): MBA6152.

In this course, learners gain knowledge of the nature and function of accounting information in the decision-making process. They examine strategies for integrating accounting systems with financial information from managers and other professionals in order to make better decisions. Learners also explore the uses of accounting information in functional areas such as finance, management, and marketing. Prerequisite(s): MBA6152.

This Is An Integrative Course For Learners Completing The Mba Accounting Specialization. The Outcome Is For Learners To Synthesize And Integrate The Learning Experiences Acquired In Accounting And To Evaluate The Research And Current Topics Relative To This Specialization. This Course Focuses On The Implementation Of A Project That Incorporates The Skills Necessary For Analyzing Issues, Thinking Creatively And Strategically, Using Sound Judgment, And Establishing Plans. Prerequisite(s): Completion Of All Required Mba Course Work. Cannot Be Fulfilled By Transfer Or Petition.

This course covers the theory and practice of strategic consultative selling, including relationship selling, solution selling, and strategic account management. Learners explore topics in sales force management, including alignment of the field organization, the use of resellers, and compensation. The course is structured according to the five steps of consultative selling, which are presented in detail: development of a personal selling philosophy and the subsequent creation of a strategy for the relationship, product, customer and sales presentation. Learners also explore customer relationship management software applications and topics. Learners investigate roles in the selling process such as buyer, sales manager, and salesperson.

This course presents tools and techniques to help learners influence others, build relationships, inspire trust, and manage conflict. By building positive relationships, leaders develop and sustain strategic alignments within the organization. In this course, learners examine various tools and techniques to motivate and inspire others and ways to recognize and use important interpersonal skills to expand their circle of influence and manage conflict.

In this course, learners evaluate various coaching methods and apply coaching as a tool to enable and engage leadership action in others. Learners create a personal coaching and development action plan and examine ways to use coaching and development skills that focus on both individual and organizational results.

In this course, learners explore techniques and models for building and leading effective teams. Learners develop a conceptual grounding in team dynamics theory and application and examine what makes teams effective at the individual, group, and organizational levels. Topics include the development of team collaboration skills, synthesis of team theory, assessment of an organization’s use of teams, and the overall effectiveness of team support systems. Learners research and recommend strategies and best practices to better align a critical team organizational support system and practice problem-solving, decision-making, project management, and conflict management in a virtual environment.

This course presents theories and models for leading and facilitating organizational change. Learners explore ways to recognize and translate theory into practice by identifying and applying effective change management techniques. Learners develop collaborative processes that support forward movement within their work environment, thus helping themselves and their employees make transitions more effective for the organization.

In this course, learners explore the models and tools for creating an effective and respectful work environment. This course emphasizes the importance of encouraging the expression of diverse people and their ideas. Learners explore ways to use models and tools to promote ethical and respectful interpersonal relationships that support the free flow of ideas. Learners develop practical skills and hands-on techniques to effectively support and manage diversity, recognize the importance of organizational diversity and why it is inextricably linked to business success, and establish a framework to promote an ongoing and respectful exchange of information.

In this course, learners explore ways to create effective negotiations with employees, customers, and partners. The course offers learners a practical exploration of the major concepts and theories of bargaining and negotiation and a forum for examining the dynamics of interpersonal and inter-group conflict and its resolution. The course is designed to be relevant to the broad spectrum of problems faced by managers and professionals. Learners explore their own negotiating preferences and the consequences of the choices they make. In addition, learners are asked to accept and offer feedback on the negotiation behavior that they demonstrate, observe and formulate their own perspectives about negotiation, and extract insights from their own experiences to guide them in future negotiations.

In this course, learners examine the key components of the business environment and ethical choices with regard to corporate decisions. The emphasis in this course is on current regulatory environments and their impact on organizational directions. Learners analyze and discuss how current trends in business ethics can help them make socially responsible and strategically sound decisions.

This Course Is An In-depth Study Of Accounting Objectives, Principles, Theory, And Practice As Related To The Balance Sheet And Income Statement. Students Will Explore Accounting For Assets, Liabilities, And Equity Items, The Specific Rules For Accounting For Pensions, Postretirement Benefits, Leases, And Accounting Changes, And Other Items Frequently Addressed On The Uniform Certified Public Accounting Examination (uniform Cpa Exam). Prerequisite: Acc 350

This Course Is An In-depth Study Of Accounting Objectives, Principles, Theory, And Practice As Related To The Balance Sheet And Income Statement. Students Explore Liabilities And Equity Items; The Specific Rules For Accounting For Pensions; Postretirement Benefits, Leases, And Accounting Changes; And Other Items Frequently Addressed On The Uniform Certified Public Accounting Examination (uniform Cpa Exam). This Course Also Includes An Analysis And Interpretation Of A Firm’s Three Principal Financial Statements And Their Uses From A Managerial Perspective. Prerequisites: Acc 370 And Fin 350

This course provides a study of principles of internal accounting, including job order systems, process costing, activity-based costing, and budgeting. Prerequisite: ACC 350.

This course provides a study of the theory and practices of accounting for income taxes of corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and individuals. Other taxes covered include payroll and sales taxes. Prerequisite: ACC 250.

This Course Provides A Study Of Accounting Theory As It Applies To Partnerships And Business Combinations, International Accounting, And Governmental Accounting. Prerequisites: One Of The Following: 1) Acc 355, Or 2) Acc 370 And 371.

Auditing Is An Examination Of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Procedures Involved In The Auditing Process, And Ethical Issues Faced By The Auditor. Through Class Discussions, Practical Applications And Case Studies, Students Learn The Responsibilities Of The Independent Public Auditor In The Expression Of Opinion Within The Guidelines Set By The Aicpa’s Code Of Professional Ethics. Topics Include The Nature And Types Of Audits, Auditor Responsibilities And Legal Liabilities, Audit Reports, Auditing Procedures, Ethical Issues, Contemporary Issues In Auditing, And The Sarbanes-oxley Act Of 2002. Prerequisite: Acc 350.

The course covers microeconomic topics, macroeconomic topics, and international economics topics. Microeconomic topics include the nature and method of economics, supply and demand, utility, and supply and demand elasticities. Macroeconomic topics include the measurement of national output, factors that impact output, other means of measuring national wealth and economic well-being, unemployment, inflation, GDP accounting, and business cycles. While the focus of this course is primarily on the U.S. economy, some comparative economic analysis will be covered. In addition, select topics related to international trade and finance are introduced.

This Course Is An Introduction To The Accounting Cycle And The Construction Of Financial Statements. Students Explore The Fundamental Principles And Practices Of Financial Accounting As Outlined By Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (gaap); The Steps In The Accounting Cycle From Journalizing Transactions Through The Preparation Of Financial Statements; And The Use And Interpretation Of The Balance Sheet, Income Statement, And Statement Of Cash Flows. Prerequisite: Mat 134 Or Equivalent College Algebra Course.

This course surveys the marketing mix and marketing concept; markets and buyer behavior; product, service, and relationship marketing for global competition; creating and keeping customers in an e-commerce world; branding and positioning; distribution strategies, integrated marketing communications, and pricing strategies.

This course is a comprehensive study of the legal and ethical issues of concern to business, including those areas of the U.S. legal system that are most relevant to business, such as the law of torts, strict liability, intellectual property, and contract law. It explores the role of ethics and values in business decision making, and approaches these subjects from the perspective of the stakeholders as opposed to an economic interpretation of the firm and its responsibilities.

This Course Is An Introduction To The Use Of Managerial Accounting Data In The Decision-making Process. Topics Include The Use Of Cost-volume-profit (cvp) Analysis And Relevant Costs In Decision Making, Using Budgets And The Balanced Scorecard To Evaluate Performance, Methods For Setting Prices Of Products And Services, And Analyzing Capital Investment Opportunities. Prerequisite: Acc 250.

Drawing upon real-world management situations, this course is a study of individual and group behavior in organizations through detailed coverage of the functions of management, individual differences/diversity, leadership, motivation, decision making, organizational design, and organizational change and development. Emphasis is placed on how an understanding of organizational behavior leads to effective management practice. Also PSC 420.

This course is an introduction to the practical application of descriptive and inferential statistics in business. Topics include probability, probability distributions, the central limit theorem, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. Prerequisite: MAT 134 or equivalent college algebra course.

This Course Is A General Survey Of Financial Institutions, The Federal Reserve System, The Qualities Of A Sound Monetary System, The Theory And Value Of Money, Deposit Insurance, And Foreign Exchange. Prerequisites: Ecn 220, Acc 250, And Mat 134 Or Equivalent College Algebra Course.

This course provides an introduction to designing, planning, operating, and controlling production systems. Emphasis is on managerial concepts and strategies relating to the management of operations in both manufacturing and service environments. Quantitative and qualitative methods and tools are introduced and applied. Prerequisite: BUS 352.

This Is A Capstone Course In Business And Management That Includes The Gradual Development Of A Comprehensive And Integrative Business Plan. This Course Is Designed To Assist Students In Their Development As Managers, Servant Leaders, And Successful Strategic Thinkers. Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Global Perspectives, Law, And Political Issues Are Covered During This Course. It Is A Writing-intensive Course That Will Help Students Develop Competencies Such As Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Leadership, And Global Awareness. Prerequisites: Fin 350, Mgt 420, Mkt 245, And Senior Status

Concentrates on the preparation, interpretation, and analysis of the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows. Emphasizes the rationale for and implications of important accounting concepts, the selection of alternatively acceptable accounting methods and their varying affects of valuation and net income determination and reporting. Provides student with an opportunity to understand the complex accounting data they will receive as operational managers. Required.

Fundamental concepts of macroeconomics, including supply and demand, measurements of and determination of economic performance, such as GDP, inflation, and unemployment, are studied. Other topics include the causes of instability in the economy and corrective measures such as fiscal and monetary policy, money and banking, and the Federal Reserve System. Required.

Reviews paradigms of leadership in global environment. Introduces and applies principles for ethical decision-making in business situations. Assesses student's leadership capacities and responsibilities in challenging situations. Required.

A course focusing on the effects of organizational variables on individual and group behavior. This course addresses the theory and practice of organization behavior as it relates to the individual, effective team building, conflict management, and resolution, and the negotiation of legal and psychological contracts. The course also takes a look at the broader aspect of organizational culture and its impact on today s manager. Students learn how to use concepts in the traditional workplace as well as the virtual workplace. Required.

Selected readings in international business will be covered. Topics include culture, geography, politics, foreign direct investment, supply chain management, monetary systems, foreign exchange markets, and political risk management. Current topics in international business will be covered. Required.

The goal for this course is to prepare students to be more effective users of quantitative information, as well as to avoid the many potential pitfalls from the misuse of statistical methods. The emphasis is on understanding what a previously obtained data set implies and, if appropriate, to develop meaningful forecasts with a reasonable sense of confidence. Specific topics include data analysis and statistical description, sampling and statistical inference, time series, and regression analysis. Required.

This course introduces the measurement, communication, and interpretation of cost data for management decision-making, planning, control, and evaluation of results. Students are shown how to use accounting information as an effective management tool for coordinating managerial activities. Course material is explored in the context of the extensive changes being implemented in the area of manufacturing, service delivery technologies, and control systems. This course uses case studies to emphasize the application of concepts. Required. Prerequisite: MBA 500.

Applies microeconomic tools to business decision making. Topics include optimization, consumer behavior, elasticity of demand, the use of regression analysis to estimate demand (revenues) and costs, marginal analysis and market structure. Required.

This course focuses on the strategic role of operations and developing an appreciation for operations activities and how to improve them. Issues include continuous quality improvement, the critical importance of the customer and consideration of selected quantitative techniques. Required.

Develops an understanding of financial theory and its application through case analysis. Topics include capital management, operating and financial leverage, costs of capital, investment, and financing decisions. Techniques for the evaluation of investment alternatives using net present value and internal rate of return concepts are covered including the identification of cash flows relevant for capital budgeting. Emphasis is placed on the application of these concepts to the valuation of a going concern. Extensive use of proforma modeling of financial statements is made throughout the course.

This course introduces students to both the theory and practice of marketing. It analyzes all marketing issues from the perspective of the marketing manager. Students will explore how consumer behavior, market research, environmental trend analysis, new product development, pricing and distribution decisions, and promotional considerations must interact to create a successful marketing program. Case analysis, contemporary issues in marketing, and the practical application of marketing concepts to the students employment experiences are also features of this course.

The class is an examination of the art and science of project management as applied to a variety of business and technology settings. Students will study how to initiate, plan, execute, control and close projects within budget and on schedule. Advanced topics may include critical chains, adaptive and agile project management and portfolio management. A project planning software tool is used, usually MS Project. This course is appropriate for technology and non-technology managers alike.

This course requires students to use and integrate the disciplines and techniques learned in previous required courses. Strategy formulation and implementation concepts are discussed using theory and cases. This course should be taken within two courses of completion of the required courses. Required. Prerequisites

This course covers profit planning, strategy, and the behavioral aspects of accounting information. It is useful for those pursuing careers in professional accounting or finance as well as for managers requiring a sophisticated knowledge of financial statements as a result of bottom-line responsibility.

Students will learn about the theory and practice behind the preparation and use of financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows, as well as their the significance and limitations. The impact of decisions made by corporate executives with regard to the financial statements and their presentation will be discussed.

This course presents the impact of federal income taxation on various business decisions. Areas such as choice of business organization, capital gains, timing of income, depreciation, investments and employee benefits are emphasized.

This course is a preparatory course designed to meet the individual student’s needs in preparing for ENGL111, English Composition I. Special attention is given to the fundamentals of grammar, punctuation, spelling, diction, sentence structure, paragraph formation, and essay organization.

Introduction to Computing identifies the use of computers to support professional activities and the role of computers in business and society. Students will develop skills in the use of computer applications to solve common problems. Topics covered include computer hardware and software, networks, the Internet, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications.

This is a self-paced course using the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division on whole numbers, decimals and fractions. Techniques of estimation, order of operations and reasonableness of answers are emphasized. The course introduces the real number system and some introductory algebra. Calculators will not be used in this course or on any exam.

This course presents arithmetic operations on signed numbers, the concepts of symbols and algebraic notation, solutions of linear and quadratic equations, factoring, properties of exponents, and elementary graphing.

The study of the basic institutions, terminology and theory of the main economic activities of production, distribution, and consumption, especially as they apply to the operation of our national economy. Topics include savings and investment, national output, expenditure and income, real vs. potential GDP, aggregate demand and supply and fiscal and monetary policy.

During this course the students will review the writing process (prewriting, researching, drafting, revising, editing, and assessing) and covers documenting sources. The course also introduces students to four basic writing strategies used in effective writing (exemplification, description, compare and contrast, and process). Additionally the student will review basic grammar, punctuation, spelling and sentence structure by using literary excerpts. Students also learn basic document preparation skills using Microsoft Word in the lab.

During this course the student will review critical thinking, the writing process, and integrating sources, while being introduced to two basic writing strategies used in effective writing (definition and cause and effect). Additionally there will be work in two advanced methods of effective writing (combining devices and strategies in a formal argumentative / persuasive research paper). The reviewing of persuasive appeal and argumentative structure will also be studied. Literary excerpts are used as models for student writing. Finally students learn advanced documentation preparation skills suing Microsoft Word in the lab

This course introduces students to the basic knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for academic, professional, and life related success. The course helps students acquire, develop, and utilize basic learning tools. The course also teaches critical thinking, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation methods and practices which will allow them to formulate reasonable alternatives, hypotheses, and/or premises for academic, social, and professional use. A clear, precise, fair, and unbiased approach to analysis, evaluation, problem-solving, and decision-making activities is emphasized and promoted.

In this course the student will read and discuss masterpieces of world literature, concentrating on fiction, poetry, and drama. Examining character, plot, theme, form, and style across a variety of English and non-English works, the student will explore the role that human values play in our decisions and interactions. In such areas as leadership, love, trust, and life and death the lessons of “the best that has been thought and said” will be applied to our professional and personal lives throughout the course.

This course provides students with a background in the quantitative techniques necessary to better operate in the business community. Specifically, it focuses on applied mathematical principles with a broad scope towards business applications. Topics include solving linear systems of equations; the mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest, annuities and amortization, basic probability; and an introduction to the binomial distribution

An introductory course in the tools of economics as they apply to the operation of market economy. Includes supply and demand analysis, consumer behavior, economic nature of production and costs, behavior of firms in both competitive and

Taking this course will enable the student to have a better understanding of the basic principles of human behavior. The course also includes a foundation in the background of the field of Psychology, the workings of the human mind and senses, the disciplines and modes of treatment, and the way that Psychology affects our everyday lives. Additional emphasis will be in areas of perception, emotion, learning, motivation, and development.

This course introduces fundamental accounting concepts and explores the accounting environment. It covers the basic structure of accounting, how to maintain accounts, use account balances to prepare financial statements, complete the accounting cycle, and introduces the concept of internal accounting controls.

This course covers accounting for balance sheet items for partnerships and corporate entities. In addition, students will be exposed to accounting for the capital structure, inventory, long-term liabilities, payroll, investments and international operations of a firm.

This course completes the fundamentals of financial accounting and includes managerial cost accounting through job costing and process costing applications. Topics covered include the financial analysis of financial statement information, the contribution margin approach to decision-making, and the budgeting process.

This course provides a survey of the field of business management, marketing, finance, and accounting; the variety, nature, and interrelationship of problems of business operation are explored.

This course introduces the student to emerging business trends. It covers how these trends act as competitive advantages as well as market disruptors. Emphasis is on how they impact businesses and how an organization must adapt or respond to these from both a strategic and tactical perspective.

This course is a basic introduction to the concepts of finance. An overview of financial statements and financial statement analysis are presented. Specific topics include ration analysis, trend analysis, ethics, and financial proformas.

This course introduces the basics concepts of a spreadsheet, and stresses the application of advanced functions in solving real-world problems. Spreadsheet design, graphing, and report generation will be emphasized. Students will complete several spreadsheet projects.

This course introduces environmental issues that are directly related to global populations. Students will explore the identification and classification of environmental problems, and how they relate to the laws of nature

This course is a preparatory course designed to meet the individual student’s needs in preparing for ENGL111, English Composition I. Special attention is given to the fundamentals of grammar, punctuation, spelling, diction, sentence structure, paragraph formation, and essay organization.

Introduction to Computing identifies the use of computers to support professional activities and the role of computers in business and society. Students will develop skills in the use of computer applications to solve common problems. Topics covered include computer hardware and software, networks, the Internet, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications.

This is a self-paced course using the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division on whole numbers, decimals and fractions. Techniques of estimation, order of operations and reasonableness of answers are emphasized. The course introduces the real number system and some introductory algebra. Calculators will not be used in this course or on any exam.

This course presents arithmetic operations on signed numbers, the concepts of symbols and algebraic notation, solutions of linear and quadratic equations, factoring, properties of exponents, and elementary graphing.

This course provides a survey of the field of business management, marketing, finance, and accounting; the variety, nature, and interrelationship of problems of business operation are explored.

The study of the basic institutions, terminology and theory of the main economic activities of production, distribution, and consumption, especially as they apply to the operation of our national economy. Topics include savings and investment, national output, expenditure and income, real vs. potential GDP, aggregate demand and supply and fiscal and monetary policy.

During this course the students will review the writing process (prewriting, researching, drafting, revising, editing, and assessing) and covers documenting sources. The course also introduces students to four basic writing strategies used in effective writing (exemplification, description, compare and contrast, and process). Additionally the student will review basic grammar, punctuation, spelling and sentence structure by using literary excerpts. Students also learn basic document preparation skills using Microsoft Word in the lab.

During this course the student will review critical thinking, the writing process, and integrating sources, while being introduced to two basic writing strategies used in effective writing (definition and cause and effect). Additionally there will be work in two advanced methods of effective writing (combining devices and strategies in a formal argumentative / persuasive research paper). The reviewing of persuasive appeal and argumentative structure will also be studied. Literary excerpts are used as models for student writing. Finally students learn advanced documentation preparation skills suing Microsoft Word in the lab

This course covers the preparation of a wide variety of technical documents including mechanism and process descriptions, instructions, proposals, recommendations, letters, memos, and electronic mail. Particular attention is given to adapting writing style to a particular audience, adjusting document mechanics and semantics for a specific purpose, formatting design elements in a consistent manner, and integrating graphics into a document.

During this course the student will learn the essentials of business and professional presentations, including extemporaneous, introduction, demonstration, informative (business briefing) and persuasive (argumentative on controversial issue) presentations. Additionally, students will study information on word choices, organization, audience analysis and graphics and use them in several evaluated experiences in speech preparation and presentation. Both theoretical understanding and practical experience will be critiqued often. These concepts and skills (or principles and techniques) are adaptable to platform speaking, boardroom discussions, class interactions, and personal conversations. Further attention is given to models, elements, principles and procedures of public communication. Special attention will be given to the presentation and delivery mix of several student presentations

World History Since 1500 This course introduces the student to most significant events, personalities, trends and issues associated with the historical development of world civilization in the five centuries since the Middle-Ages, beginning with an overview of the Renaissance and Reformation and concluding with an assessment of the contemporary legacy of the Cold War. It explores the rise of capitalism and the modern nation state, the expansion of Western Europe, advances in science and technology, the impact of industrialization, and the global conflicts of the 20th Century. Credits: 4 Prerequisite: None Availability: Colorado Springs, Denver, Denver North, Kansas City, Pueblo, Sioux Falls World History and Culture I HIST210 covers major cultures and civilizations of the world from ancient times to the birth of western imperialism in the 16th Century. Topics include cultures and historical experiences representative of Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and pre-Columbian America. Of particular interest is the evolution of world religions or philosophies that prevail and are still critical in the modern world: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Western Civilization is used as a timeline and a reference for the historical events which shaped the modern world outside Indo-European civilization. Credits: 4 Prerequisite: None Availability: Colorado Springs, Denver, Denver North, Kansas City, Pueblo, Sioux Falls

This course introduces students to the basic knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for academic, professional, and life related success. The course helps students acquire, develop, and utilize basic learning tools. The course also teaches critical thinking, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation methods and practices which will allow them to formulate reasonable alternatives, hypotheses, and/or premises for academic, social, and professional use. A clear, precise, fair, and unbiased approach to analysis, evaluation, problem-solving, and decision-making activities is emphasized and promoted.

Introduction to IT Introduction to IT provides an overview of issues and opportunities presented by the fast-paced world of information technology. Students receive an overview of computer-based systems and learn about the development, operation, and management of these systems. The course includes basic hardware and software principles and current information systems. Topics include databases and networking and their critical organizational importance, IT systems development, the impact of the Internet on organizations, and emerging technologies and trends for the future. Credits: 4 Prerequisite: IT080 or Approval Availability: Colorado Springs, Denver, Denver North, Kansas City, Pueblo, Sioux Falls, Virtual Campus

This course introduces the basics concepts of a spreadsheet, and stresses the application of advanced functions in solving real-world problems. Spreadsheet design, graphing, and report generation will be emphasized. Students will complete several spreadsheet projects.

In this course the student will read and discuss masterpieces of world literature, concentrating on fiction, poetry, and drama. Examining character, plot, theme, form, and style across a variety of English and non-English works, the student will explore the role that human values play in our decisions and interactions. In such areas as leadership, love, trust, and life and death the lessons of “the best that has been thought and said” will be applied to our professional and personal lives throughout the course.

This course provides students with a background in the quantitative techniques necessary to better operate in the business community. Specifically, it focuses on applied mathematical principles with a broad scope towards business applications. Topics include solving linear systems of equations; the mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest, annuities and amortization, basic probability; and an introduction to the binomial distribution.

An elementary coverage of statistical techniques is augmented at each step with the aid of a computer program for data processing and analysis in making inferences. Graphical presentation and statistical measures are studied, followed by basic probability concepts leading to binomial and normal distributions. Hypothesis testing is applied to drawing inferences for one and two population parameters.

This course provides the student with an understanding of ethical expectations and prepares the student to make decisions that are ethically correct and legal. The study of ethics includes the development of ethical standards, prima facie obligations, responsibilities, societal aims and professional codes of conduct. The course will follow the aims of normative ethics. The students should expect to participate and become involved in case studies, hypothetical situations and discussions to develop an attitude that is ethically acceptable, as well as to practice the concepts learned to aid in decision making.

Taking this course will enable the student to have a better understanding of the basic principles of human behavior. The course also includes a foundation in the background of the field of Psychology, the workings of the human mind and senses, the disciplines and modes of treatment, and the way that Psychology affects our everyday lives. Additional emphasis will be in areas of perception, emotion, learning, motivation, and development.

This course introduces environmental issues that are directly related to global populations. Students will explore the identification and classification of environmental problems, and how they relate to the laws of nature

This course introduces fundamental accounting concepts and explores the accounting environment. It covers the basic structure of accounting, how to maintain accounts, use account balances to prepare financial statements, complete the accounting cycle, and introduces the concept of internal accounting controls.

This course covers accounting for balance sheet items for partnerships and corporate entities. In addition, students will be exposed to accounting for the capital structure, inventory, long-term liabilities, payroll, investments and international operations of a firm.

This course completes the fundamentals of financial accounting and includes managerial cost accounting through job costing and process costing applications. Topics covered include the financial analysis of financial statement information, the contribution margin approach to decision-making, and the budgeting process.

This course focuses on accounting for costs in a manufacturing environment. Various techniques for estimating and accounting for costs are employed. Students will be involved in the budgeting and cost allocation processes.

This course introduces the principles of individual income tax based on the U.S. Internal Revenue Code and supporting authority. Students will acquire a theoretical as well as practical understanding of the tax law as applied to individual U.S. taxpayers.

This course provides an overview of the principles of taxation for various business entities based on the U.S. Internal Revenue Code and supporting authority. Students will acquire a theoretical as well as practical understanding of the tax law as applied to U.S. business entities.

This course provides a study of special accounting problems related to the preparation of combined and consolidated financial statements for business entities with branch offices and subsidiaries, both domestic and foreign. Accounting for partnerships, governmental, and non-profit organizations are also covered.

This course is an introduction to the primary work of the certified public accountant. It covers examination of financial statements for the purpose of rendering an opinion on the fairness with which they present an entity’s financial position and the result of its operations.

This lab represents a simulation of audit planning and implementation. Students will plan for and then audit various balance sheet and income statement accounts. The lab will conclude with the preparation of audited financial statements including audit opinion and appropriate footnotes.

This is an integrative and interactive capstone course in which the student uses the functional skills acquired from previous courses to formulate decisions within a business entity and analyze the financial implications of those decisions. Individual and team participation are imperative for this course.

This course addresses issues of current interest in accounting. Course content will vary as determined by the evolution of the discipline.

This course introduces the student to emerging business trends. It covers how these trends act as competitive advantages as well as market disruptors. Emphasis is on how they impact businesses and how an organization must adapt or respond to these from both a strategic and tactical perspective.

This course addresses some tools and insights necessary to understand and analyze the characteristics of human beings and organizational situations. It further explores both organization structure and human variables within that structure to contribute to the long-term survival of an enterprise and include team building.

During this course the student studies the international business environment as it relates to global competitiveness. This course explores strategy, organizations, operations, finance, marketing, and coping with different economic systems. Differences between foreign and domestic environments and the impact of these differences on managing in an international business setting are examined.

This course focuses on solving the problems associated with the planning and control of production/manufacturing and service operations. The following concepts are explored: forecasting, planning products, processes, technologies and facilities, demand and inventory in the production systems, control for productivity, quality and reliability.

This course provides an understanding of the principles underlying the legal environment of business. It examines the current legal rules and regulations affecting businesses and discusses the new developments and trends that will greatly affect future transactions. It also outlines the legal aspects of intellectual property especially as it relates to e-business.

This course provides the basic of research needed to successfully complete their business capstone courses. It covers the full cycle of research starting with a qualitative examination of an organizational phenomenon and then addressing how to measure it via survey, experiments, or other designs. It concludes with issues of verification and implementation based on the outcome of the quantitative phase. It also includes the topic of scale development, reliability, validity, confirmatory factor analysis, and issues of survey development and implementation.

During this course, the student will explore the fundamentals of business organization, operation and management. The course deals with the characteristics and activities of the business executive, managerial relationships, accountability and the entrepreneur. It requires the student to conduct application and synthesis of other material in order to create a business plan.

An introductory course in the tools of economics as they apply to the operation of market economy. Includes supply and demand analysis, consumer behavior, economic nature of production and costs, behavior of firms in both competitive and

This course is a basic introduction to the concepts of finance. An overview of financial statements and financial statement analysis are presented. Specific topics include ration analysis, trend analysis, ethics, and financial proformas.

This course examines the process of budgeting. Students will examine the components of and develop budgets. Students will also utilize capital budgeting tools to evaluate investment opportunities.

World Cultures And Values This Course Helps The Student To Develop The Global Viewpoint Appropriate For The Business And Technology Leaders Of The 21st Century. It Develops An Appreciation For The Variations In Culture Across The World’s Regions And People. Additionally, It Helps The Student To Develop A Framework For Understanding The Elements And Expressions Of Culture, And How Culture Shapes And Is Shaped By Historical Trends, Events, Situations, Climate, Geography, Beliefs And Values. Emphasis Is Placed On Driving Political, Intellectual And Technological Forces As Shapers Of Culture And Values, Especially Those That Have Influenced The Development Of The Global Marketplace. Credits: 4 Prerequisite: Engl112, Hist150 Availability: Colorado Springs, Denver, Denver North, Kansas City, Pueblo, Sioux Falls World History And Culture Ii This Course Presents An Examination Of World History From The 16th Century To The Present. These Topics Include The Birth Of Western Imperialism, The Fall Of The Islamic Empires, The African Kingdoms And The Slave Trade, And The Collapse Of Traditional China. Other Topics Include The Rise Of Japan In The New Imperialism And Industrialization Of The 19th Century, The Decolonization Process, The Cold War, Latin American Revolutions, Conflicts In The Middle East And Other Contemporary Issues. Driving Political, Intellectual And Technological Forces Are Also Explored As Shapers Of Culture And Values, Especially Those That Have Influenced The Development Of The Global Marketplace. Western Civilization Is Used As A Timeline And A Reference To The Impact Of Non-western Cultures On Indo-european Civilization. Credits: 4 Prerequisite: None Availability: Colorado Springs, Denver, Denver North, Kansas City, Pueblo, Sioux Falls

This course examines the role and function of the Human Resource Department in the organization. It is an overview of human resource activities including job analysis, performance appraisals, recruiting, selection, compensation, and career development. Additionally, employee diversity, labor relations, organization development and equal employment opportunity will be discussed.

The course emphasizes the role of training and employee development as a strategic aspect of organizational performance. The course also provides students with the opportunity to develop training designs from needs assessment to evaluation, including return on investment. These skills are essential for contemporary managers. Topics covered include linking training and employee development to organizational strategy, conducting needs assessment, designing and evaluating training and development programs, traditional and contemporary instructional methods, including distance learning, and using information technology to track and implement training and development programs.

This course introduces methods to formulate various mathematical models of problems that seek optimal solutions. Software and hand calculations are used to perform algorithms that can find optimal values that help managers make decisions. Some algorithms are performed on graphical models of complex systems. Attention is paid to the sensitivity of the solution to changes in the model. The objective: guide decision-makers to find optimal ways to implement solutions, but to satisfy many constraints.

During this course the student will study the organization of social behavior and the relationship of society and social conditions. Emphasis will be placed on culture, norm, stratification, systems, structure, social institutions and social change in different cultures.

This course develops writing skills through analysis of essays, articles and other written works that are used as models for writing practice and development. Writing assignments stress process approaches, development, organization, revision and audience awareness. Students use word processing and webbased tools to develop written work. Eligibility to enroll in the course is based on placement results or successful completion of ENGL-092. / 4-4

This alternative to ENGL-112 is offered in a workshop setting. Students explore modes of written self-expression, including poetry, fiction and drama, to experience various literary genres and produce short creative works. They also learn to apply constructive feedback to the rewrite process. A student writing anthology is produced, and the course culminates in a study of the literary marketplace. Prerequisite: Permission from the academic administrator / 4-4

This course builds on the conventions and techniques of composition through critical reading requirements and longer, more sophisticated reports, including a documented library research paper. Assignments require revising and editing for an intended audience. Students are also taught search strategies for accessing a variety of print and electronic resources. Prerequisite: ENGL-112 / 4-4

This course enhances students’ writing and presentation skills for academic applications and professional communication in the workplace. Students analyze the needs of divergent audiences, and craft messages using technology tools and media appropriate for distance and group communication. An emphasis on collaborative work further prepares students for the contemporary work environment. Prerequisite: ENGL-112 / 3-3

This course teaches basic elements of effective public speaking. Topics include audience analysis, organization, language, delivery and nonverbal communication. Practical application is provided through a series of individual and group presentations in a variety of rhetorical modes. Prerequisite: ENGL-112 / 4-3

This course explores ways in which people interact verbally and nonverbally, and teaches basic principles of interpersonal communication including perception, self-concept, persuasive communication, nonverbal communication, semantics, roles and norms, and communication barriers. Activities include participation in groups, pairs and interactive communication situations. Prerequisite: ENGL-112

This introductory debate course helps students develop clear, logical and ethical arguments using critical thinking strategies. Classroom activities include cross-examination debate and argumentation speeches. Prerequisite: ENGL-112 / 4-3

This course examines theories of, and tools needed for, effective communication in small groups. Emphasis is placed on leadership and individual roles in a group, performance and motivation, conflict management, decision-making and avoiding groupthink. Coursework addresses the role small groups – formed in personal and professional relationships – play in individuals’ lives as well as the role individuals play in a small group. Prerequisite: ENGL-112 / 4-3

This course provides a framework for decision-making in professional practice. Ethical principles, social responsibility, legal and regulatory requirements, and professional codes of conduct are explored to help students develop a clear perspective and a sense of ownership for choices they make. General principles are applied using examples from professions in specific areas such as electronics and computer technology, network systems administration and health information technology. Prerequisite: ENGL-112 / 3-3

This course provides a foundation for understanding, predicting and directing behavior. Organized within a framework encompassing foundations, general topics and applications, the course provides an understanding of how psychological principles and concepts relate to professional and personal life. Topics include learning, attitude formation, personality, social influence, dynamics of communication, conflict resolution, motivation, leadership, and group roles and processes. / 3-3

This course explores the role of culture in social organizations. Social institutions, and the issues of race and gender within social structures, are analyzed in the context of multicultural societies and increasing global interaction. Basic sociological principles and research findings are used to support analysis of cultural and social issues. / 3-3

This course promotes cultural sensitivity through readings, discussions, research and informal forums with guest speakers of other cultures. Students learn the importance of effective communication among diverse ethnic groups and gain knowledge of principles that govern social interactions in a multicultural milieu. / 3-3

This course provides a comparative study of human cultures throughout the world. Students learn to think critically about human behavior as they develop an understanding of the role culture plays at the interface between the natural environment and human needs. By examining diverse behaviors, customs and traditions from different countries, students learn to recognize and value both differences and similarities among cultures, and develop tolerance and respect for other societies. / 3-3

Career planning strategies and resources are explored to prepare students for a successful job search and to maximize potential for advancement and long-term professional growth. Students perform self-assessment and goal-setting activities, and apply research and evaluation skills to execute job search and career advancement strategies. Each student assembles a professional portfolio highlighting achievements, goals and concrete plans. This course must be taken at DeVry. Prerequisite: Upper-term status / 2-2

This course focuses on identifying and articulating skills needed for academic and professional success. Coursework provides instruction and practice in critical thinking and problem-solving through analysis of critical reading and reasoning, as well as through examination of problem-solving methodologies. Students learn to work in teams, to identify and resolve problems, and to use research effectively to gather and evaluate relevant and useful information. / 3-3

This Course Focuses On Systems Of Linear Equations; Radical And Rational Expressions; And Functions Where Linear, Quadratic, Exponential And Logarithmic Functions Are Emphasized Using Application Problems And Modeling. The Minimum Requirement To Pass This Course Is 80 Percent, And Grades Of C And D Are Not Assigned. Eligibility To Enroll In The Course Is Based On Placement Results, Or Successful Completion Of Math-092 Or Math-102. / 4-4

This course provides a “road map” perspective of human body structure and function. Topics include cell structure and function, and a survey of all major systems of the human body. The connections and inter-working relationships among systems are introduced. Lab work includes computer exercises and simulation activities, as well as observation related to topics covered. / 5-4

This Introduction To General, Organic And Biological Chemistry Includes Topics Such As Chemical Nomenclature, Structures, Equations, Calculations And Solutions. In Addition, The Chemical Structure And Function Of Biological Macromolecules Are Surveyed. Lab Exercises Relate To Topics Discussed. Corequisite: Math-114 Or Math-190 / 5-4

This course introduces biology and chemistry, stressing the relatedness and interdependence between biological concepts and their associated chemical features. Genetics, cell communication, immune responses, evolution, organic chemistry and biological macromolecules are introduced. Lab exercises focus on inquiry and discovery and support topics presented. Prerequisite: MATH-114 or the equivalent / 5-4

This general biology course covers animal and plant cells, as well as organelle structure and function, and also addresses cell growth and division. Additional topics include tissue structure, organ structure and function, and an introduction to genetics and the immune response. Lab exercises support topics discussed. / 5-4

This Course Examines Fundamental Principles Of Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Optics, And Electricity And Magnetism, As Well As Aspects Of Modern Physics. Lab Activities Complement Classroom Discussion And Include Experiments That Concisely Illustrate Main Theoretical Topics Presented. Prerequisite: Math-102, Math-114 Or Math-190 / 5-4

This interdisciplinary science course integrates natural and social science concepts to explore the interrelatedness of living things. Coursework focuses on environmental issues, problems and possible solutions. Topics include sustainability, ecosystems, biodiversity, population dynamics, natural resources, waste management, energy efficiency and pollution control, as well as associated ethics and politics. Through lab exercises, students apply general principles using a variety of methods and explore a broad range of topics. Prerequisite: MATH-114 / 5-4

This interdisciplinary science course draws on basic principles and insights from physics, chemistry, biology, geology, astronomy and information technology, which are linked within four fundamental principles of science: Newton’s laws of force and motion, laws of thermodynamics, laws of electromagnetic force and the atomic structure of all matter. The course provides an understanding of science while clarifying the role of technology and strengthening decision-making. Lab exercises help students further explore theories through observation and application using a variety of methods. Prerequisite: MATH-114 / 5-4

This course introduces the science of astronomy, including exploration of the night sky, astronomical instrumentation and techniques, and historical background. Starting with our own earth, moon, sun and Milky Way, the course explores solar systems as well as the properties, classes and life cycles of stars and galaxies. The universe as a whole is then considered through major competing theories on its origin, evolution and ultimate fate. The lab component blends practical outdoor observation, computer simulation and research studies. Prerequisite: MATH-114 / 5-4

This course provides an overview of basic nutrients the body requires for health and life, and dispels common nutrition myths. The role of nutrition in various biological phases of the human life cycle, as well as psychological and sociological implications of food, are discussed. Students also learn how the scientific method of inquiry is used in the nutritional science and health fields. In the lab, students collect observational data, employ computer simulations, and prepare and sample various foods. / 5-4

This Course Focuses On Ways In Which Financial Statements Reflect Business Operations And Emphasizes Use Of Financial Statements In The Decision-making Process. The Course Encompasses All Business Forms And Various Sectors Such As Merchandising, Manufacturing And Services. Students Make Extensive Use Of Spreadsheet Applications To Analyze Accounting Records And Financial Statements. Prerequisites: Comp-100 And Math-114 / 4-4

Students In This Course Apply Knowledge Of The Financial Accounting Process In Accordance With Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (gaap) To Develop Skills Preparing Them For Real-world Applications. Students Identify And Correct Errors, Determine And Develop Adjusting Entries To Ensure Correct Financial Reports, And Demonstrate Understanding And Application Of Computational Skills To Determine Correct Payroll, Inventory Valuation And Depreciation Expense. Prerequisite: Acct-212 / 3-3

In this course students explore ethical issues facing business and the accounting profession. Topics include ethical reasoning, integrity, objectivity, independence, core values, ethical behavior and ethical decision-making. In addition, students review internal controls, fraud recognition, responses to fraud and professional issues in the field. Students apply concepts and theories to relevant case studies. Prerequisite: ACCT-216 / 3-3

This course covers federal income tax concepts, laws and filing requirements applied to preparation of individual and sole proprietorship returns. Topics include factors that influence income tax laws, individual tax formula, employee/employer compensation arrangements, investment and rental activities, wealth transfer, personal activities, business income or loss, and property transactions. Prerequisite: ACCT-212 / 3-3

This course addresses product-cost determination and cost-control elements as applied to basic job order, process and standard cost systems. Manufacturing costs and using relevant accounting data to improve decision-making are also emphasized. Topics prepare students for presenting information to management as part of the decision-making process. Activity-based costing, pricing strategies and profitability are addressed. Prerequisite: ACCT-216 / 3-3

Students in this course examine use of an accounting information system. The general ledger, appropriate subsidiary ledgers and each transaction process cycle are discussed and reviewed in detail. Students apply their accounting knowledge and use accounting software to generate financial statements. Prerequisite: ACCT-216 / 3-3

This course focuses on analyzing business situations using current spreadsheet software. Using data derived from real-world business situations, students learn to use appropriate spreadsheet software features to organize, analyze and present data, as well as to make business decisions. Through personal database technology such as Access, the course also introduces basic database concepts. Prerequisite: COMP-100 / 4-3

Students in this course learn to design relational databases and to build database applications, including tables, queries, forms, reports and macros. Also addressed is implementation of basic database security, backup and recovery procedures. Generating reports and meeting business requirements are emphasized. Prerequisite: BIS-155 / 5-4

This course introduces business and the environments in which businesses operate. Students examine the roles of major functional areas of business and interrelationships among them. Organizational theories and techniques are examined, and economic, cultural, political and technological factors affecting business organizations are evaluated. / 3-3

In this course students design and implement a departmental budget encompassing the various processes that account for resource expenditures. Students develop a long-range budget forecast and then assess its impact on departmental planning. Prerequisite: ACCT-212 / 4-4

This course introduces basic concepts and principles underlying personal productivity tools widely used in business such as word processors, spreadsheets, email and web browsers. Students also learn basic computer terminology and concepts. Hands-on exercises provide students with experience in use of PCs and current personal productivity tools. / 3-2

This course builds on the conventions and techniques of composition through critical reading requirements and longer, more sophisticated reports, including a documented library research paper. Assignments require revising and editing for an intended audience. Students are also taught search strategies for accessing a variety of print and electronic resources.

Students apply composition principles to develop common report formats, including formal lab reports and common types of applied writing. Audience analysis, development of effective technical style, organization methods and graphic aids are emphasized. Classroom activities include planning, reviewing and revising writing.

This course enhances students’ writing and presentation skills for academic applications and professional communication in the workplace. Students analyze the needs of divergent audiences, and craft messages using technology tools and media appropriate for distance and group communication. An emphasis on collaborative work further prepares students for the contemporary work environment.

This course introduces the dramatic genre and enables students to analyze and evaluate both written plays and live performances. Through reading plays and critical texts from various historical periods and writing critical papers, students learn to assess formal elements of dramatic writing together with thematic content and historical context. Students watch live or filmed performances, extending their ability to develop critical understanding of theater as a social and artistic phenomenon. Prerequisite: ENGL-135

Through study of the world’s major and minor religions, indigenous religions and cults, this course helps students understand the varieties and commonalities of human religious experience, with emphasis on both individual and group phenomena. Students compare the core elements of religion through analysis of religious belief in practice, and as they are depicted in philosophy, theology and the social sciences. Students also learn to formulate their own views on the role of religion in human affairs. Prerequisite: ENGL-135

In this capstone course, the relationship between society and technology is investigated through reading, reflection, research and reports. The course identifies conditions that have promoted technological development and assesses the social, political, environmental, cultural and economic effects of current technology. Issues of control and ethical considerations in the use of technology are primary. Discussion and oral and written reports draw together students’ prior learning in specialty and general education courses. This course must be taken at DeVry. Prerequisites: Senior status, and successful completion of all General Education requirements except courses with the prefix CARD

Students In This Course Explore Ways In Which Individuals Think About, Influence, Are Influenced By And Otherwise Relate To People. Individual Behavior In The Context Of Social Groups And Forces Is Emphasized. Coursework Provides A Basis For Scientifically Addressing Key Issues Of This Field. Prerequisite: Psyc-110, Socs-185, Socs-187 Or Socs-190

Students in this course explore contemporary ethical and regulatory issues within professions through evaluation of ethical and legal principles and their application to particular fields of endeavor. Concepts of professionalism and of values related to professional practice are addressed through a variety of methods, including case studies and analyses. A critical look at organizational and professional codes of ethics is included. Prerequisite: ENGL-135

This course provides tools used for statistical analysis and decision-making in business. The course includes both descriptive statistics and inferential concepts used to draw conclusions about a population. Research techniques such as sampling and experiment design are included for both single and multiple sample groups. Prerequisite: MATH-114

In This Course Students Apply Principles And Strategies For Marketing Products And Services To Industrial, Commercial And Governmental Entities. Topics Include Ways In Which Market Information And Product Life Cycle Affect Product And Production Design; Forecasting Techniques; Interdependencies Between Marketing And Operations Functions; And Selling Skills. Prerequisites: Busn-115 And Math-114

This course introduces corporate financial structure and covers basic capital budgeting techniques, including discounted cash flow analysis. Funds sources and financial resource allocation are analyzed. Spreadsheet software packages are used to analyze data and solve case-based problems. Prerequisite: ACCT-212

This course introduces basic concepts and issues in microeconomics, macroeconomics and international trade. Microeconomic concepts, such as supply and demand and the theory of the firm, serve as foundations for analyzing macroeconomic issues. Macroeconomic topics include gross domestic product (GDP), and fiscal and monetary policy, as well as international topics such as trade and exchange rates. The course stresses analyzing and applying economic variables of real-world issues.

This course examines fundamental management theories and traditional managerial responsibilities in formal and informal organizational structures. Planning, organizing, directing, controlling and staffing are explored. Prerequisite: BUSN-115

This course introduces how managers use accounting information in business decision-making. Topics include standard cost systems, budgeting, break-even analysis, relevant cost issues, and the effect of state and federal taxes on decision-making. These principles apply to all types of businesses, including the service industry, manufacturing and merchandising. Students use spreadsheet applications to analyze and provide solutions to challenges faced by management in today’s business environment. Prerequisite: ACCT-212

This course provides an in-depth overview of the issues, technology and environment of electronic commerce. Knowledge gained facilitates more comprehensive and contemporary exploration of future coursework in marketing, operations, finance, business law, and database and website management. Challenges and opportunities of electronic business are discussed. Prerequisite: BUSN-115

This course addresses the special tax issues of corporations, partnerships, S corporations, gift taxes, estates and trusts. Tax forms, tax software, the Internet, spreadsheets and word processing programs are used to research, solve and analyze tax problems relating to corporate and partnership income taxes. Prerequisite: ACCT-324

This Course Enhances Students’ Ability To Function In A Project Leadership Role. While Exploring The Project Life Cycle, They Gain Experience In Budget And Timeline Management. Project Management Software Is Used To Design Project Schedules Using Methods Such As Bar Charts, Program Evaluation Review Technique (pert) And Critical Path Method (cpm) To Produce Project Plans To Apply To The Solution Of Case Studies. Prerequisites: Math-221 Or Math-233, And Upper-term Status

This alternative to ENGL-112 is offered in a workshop setting. Students explore modes of written self-expression, including poetry, fiction and drama, to experience various literary genres and produce short creative works. They also learn to apply constructive feedback to the rewrite process. A student writing anthology is produced, and the course culminates in a study of the literary marketplace. Prerequisite: Permission from the academic administrator / 4-4

This course builds on the conventions and techniques of composition through critical reading requirements and longer, more sophisticated reports, including a documented library research paper. Assignments require revising and editing for an intended audience. Students are also taught search strategies for accessing a variety of print and electronic resources. Prerequisite: ENGL-112 / 4-4

This course explores the role of culture in social organizations. Social institutions, and the issues of race and gender within social structures, are analyzed in the context of multicultural societies and increasing global interaction. Basic sociological principles and research findings are used to support analysis of cultural and social issues. / 3-3

Career planning strategies and resources are explored to prepare students for a successful job search and to maximize potential for advancement and long-term professional growth. Students perform self-assessment and goal-setting activities, and apply research and evaluation skills to execute job search and career advancement strategies. Each student assembles a professional portfolio highlighting achievements, goals and concrete plans. This course must be taken at DeVry. Prerequisite: Upper-term status / 2-2

This course focuses on identifying and articulating skills needed for academic and professional success. Coursework provides instruction and practice in critical thinking and problem-solving through analysis of critical reading and reasoning, as well as through examination of problem-solving methodologies. Students learn to work in teams, to identify and resolve problems, and to use research effectively to gather and evaluate relevant and useful information. / 3-3

This Course Focuses On Systems Of Linear Equations; Radical And Rational Expressions; And Functions Where Linear, Quadratic, Exponential And Logarithmic Functions Are Emphasized Using Application Problems And Modeling. The Minimum Requirement To Pass This Course Is 80 Percent, And Grades Of C And D Are Not Assigned. Eligibility To Enroll In The Course Is Based On Placement Results, Or Successful Completion Of Math-092 Or Math-102. / 4-4

This course provides a “road map” perspective of human body structure and function. Topics include cell structure and function, and a survey of all major systems of the human body. The connections and inter-working relationships among systems are introduced. Lab work includes computer exercises and simulation activities, as well as observation related to topics covered. / 5-4

This Course Focuses On Ways In Which Financial Statements Reflect Business Operations And Emphasizes Use Of Financial Statements In The Decision-making Process. The Course Encompasses All Business Forms And Various Sectors Such As Merchandising, Manufacturing And Services. Students Make Extensive Use Of Spreadsheet Applications To Analyze Accounting Records And Financial Statements. Prerequisites: Comp-100 And Math-114 / 4-4

This course focuses on analyzing business situations using current spreadsheet software. Using data derived from real-world business situations, students learn to use appropriate spreadsheet software features to organize, analyze and present data, as well as to make business decisions. Through personal database technology such as Access, the course also introduces basic database concepts. Prerequisite: COMP-100 / 4-3

This course introduces business and the environments in which businesses operate. Students examine the roles of major functional areas of business and interrelationships among them. Organizational theories and techniques are examined, and economic, cultural, political and technological factors affecting business organizations are evaluated. / 3-3

This course introduces basic concepts and principles underlying personal productivity tools widely used in business such as word processors, spreadsheets, email and web browsers. Students also learn basic computer terminology and concepts. Hands-on exercises provide students with experience in use of PCs and current personal productivity tools. / 3-2

Students in this course learn to design relational databases and to build database applications, including tables, queries, forms, reports and macros. Also addressed is implementation of basic database security, backup and recovery procedures. Generating reports and meeting business requirements are emphasized. Prerequisite: BIS-155 / 5-4

This Course Expands On Topics Covered In Acct-212 And Presents Them Within A Conceptual Framework Determined By Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Financial Accounting Functions And Theory, And Recognition And Measurement Of Assets, Are Covered. Prerequisite: Acct-212 / 4-4

This second course in intermediate accounting addresses financial accounting, with an emphasis on external reporting to the investing public in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Topics include property; plant and equipment;intangible assets; investments; current, long-term and contingent liabilities; and leases. Prerequisite: ACCT-304 / 4-4

This Course Continues Topics Covered In Acct-305 And Addresses Accounting For Income Taxes, Pensions And Other Post Retirement Benefits; Shareholders’ Equity; Share-based Compensation And Earnings Per Share; Accounting Changes And Error Correction; And Statement Of Cash Flows. Prerequisite: Acct-305 / 4-4

This course covers accepted principles, practices and procedures used by public accountants for certifying corporate financial statements. It also introduces audit reports, the corporate internal auditor’s function, and interaction between outside auditors and a client company’s accounting staff. In addition, the course fosters students’ analytical skills. Hands-on experience is gained with computerized accounting systems. Prerequisite: ACCT-312 / 4-4

This course covers federal income tax concepts and their effect on individuals. Topics include the history and background of taxes, gross income, exclusions, allowable deductions, and the basis for gain and loss on the disposition of property. Prerequisite:Concurrent enrollment in or completion of ACCT-212 / 4-4

This course examines basic concepts of federal income taxation of individuals and businesses, including sole proprietorships, S corporations and limited partnerships. Topics include income inclusions and exclusions, property transactions, capital gains and losses, and tax credits. Students develop basic tax planning skills, and use tax planning and preparation software packages. Prerequisite: ACCT-212 / 4-4

Students in this course analyze current practices and technologies used to design and manage an integrated accounting system. A general ledger and subsidiary ledgers are used. In addition,controls and security requirements of an accounting information system are examined. Prerequisite: ACCT-312 / 5-4

This course analyzes current practices and technologies used to design, install, operate and manage an integrated, automated accounting system. The general ledger, appropriate subsidiary ledgers and each transaction process cycle are discussed. In addition, application controls, information security requirements and integration with other business information systems are examined. Prerequisite: ACCT-312 / 5-4

This course addresses financial accounting practice and theory in relation to consolidations, pushdown accounting, foreign currency transactions, financial statement remeasurement and translation,and partnership accounting. Prerequisite: ACCT-312 / 4-4

This course deals with the need to recognize important tax consequences of common business transactions and how substantially different tax liabilities can result from nearly identical economic events. The course emphasizes practical results rather than technical compliance requirements to achieve those results. Prerequisite: AC505

External Auditing deals with accepted principles, practices and procedures used by public accountants for certification of financial statements. The major focus is on external audit services; auditor and management responsibilities; professional standards of external auditors; evidence and procedures used by external auditors; and audit reports. Prerequisite: AC551

This course covers financial accounting practice and theory in relation to consolidations; foreign currency transactions and financial statement translations; and partnership accounting, including formation, maintenance, reorganizations and liquidations. Prerequisite: AC557

This course introduces students to core concepts and tools of accounting and finance needed by managers. Topics are presented from a user perspective and include transaction analysis; financial statement analysis and interpretation; financial ratio analysis; job-order costing; cost-volume-profit analysis; and operational, cash and capital budgeting. No prerequisite

This course introduces how managers use accounting information in business decision-making. Topics include standard cost systems, budgeting, break-even analysis, relevant cost issues, and the effect of state and federal taxes on decision-making. These principles apply to all types of businesses, including the service industry, manufacturing and merchandising. Students use spreadsheet applications to analyze and provide solutions to challenges faced by management in today’s business environment. Prerequisite: ACCT-212

This Course Expands On Topics Covered In Acct-212 And Presents Them Within A Conceptual Framework Determined By Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Financial Accounting Functions And Theory, And Recognition And Measurement Of Assets, Are Covered. Prerequisite: Acct-212 / 4-4

This second course in intermediate accounting addresses financial accounting, with an emphasis on external reporting to the investing public in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Topics include property; plant and equipment;intangible assets; investments; current, long-term and contingent liabilities; and leases. Prerequisite: ACCT-304 / 4-4

This Course Continues Topics Covered In Acct-305 And Addresses Accounting For Income Taxes, Pensions And Other Post Retirement Benefits; Shareholders’ Equity; Share-based Compensation And Earnings Per Share; Accounting Changes And Error Correction; And Statement Of Cash Flows. Prerequisite: Acct-305 / 4-4

This course introduces a variety of art forms within a cultural context, providing a basis of understanding of societal and cultural developments in historic and contemporary terms.

This course explores a specific region or culture in depth, emphasizing its cultural, political, and economic characteristics.

This course is a practical overview of desktop applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications.

In this course, students focus on developing writing skills through practice and revision of a variety of different types of essays. Students are also given instruction in library and online research and methods of documentation.

"In this course, students focus on research and developing writing skills through writing the ""argument"" essay. Students are also given instruction in library and online research and methods of documentation."

"This course addresses topics in contemporary mathematics such as inequalities, radicals, quadratic equations, rational functions, exponential, logarithmic, and graphing polynomial functions."

This course focuses on preparing and delivering effective presentations. In addition, students learn about presentation strategy and the creation of visual aids.

This course examines the discipline of psychology, b cognitive and psycho-social, covering topics such as perception, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, personality, attitudes, psychological aspects of huma sexuality, and psycho-behavioral pathology.

This course will introduce students to the concepts, theory, and method of sociology. Students can develop a better understanding of society, culture, social institutions, social behavior, and other general social processes that operate in the social world.

This survey course presents the fundamental concepts of biology. Special emphasis is given to current biological issues.

This course introduces environmental issues that are directly related to global populations. Students will explo the identification and classification of environmental problems, and how they relate to the laws of nature.

This course provides students with a general introduction to business activity and how it relates to our economic society. Students will explore how businesses are owned, organized, managed, and controlled.

"This course provides undergraduate students with a comprehensive introduction to the business sector’s relationship to the principal forces operating in the ethical and legal environments. Particular attention is given to the constraints and opportunities presented by the regulatory environments in North America and the European Union. The course also provides an in-depth, comparative framework for understanding the ethical and intercultural challenges facing contemporary multinational and international organizations. With respect to the legal framework within which most business organizations operate, course topics include corporate problems of raising and maintaining capital by shares; relationships of directors to shareholders; respective rights and obligations; relationships of companies to third parties; control and the principle of majority rule."

"This course introduces students to financial accounting. Students can learn the fundamentals of the accounting cycle."

"This course focuses on Economic theory of the firm, resource allocation and price determination, the free market supply/demand mechanism, and pure and imperfect competition models are analyzed."

"Presents basic economic concepts emphasizing the part the United States plays in a global economy. Foundations of economic theory are presented, using topics from television news and mass media. Topics introduced are GDP, National Income Accounting, United States fiscal policy and economic growth."

"Students will study and apply the fundamentals of marketing within an organization and the contemporary market environment. The course will focus on marketing strategy and development of a marketing mix."

Students will study and apply the fundamentals of marketing within an organization and the contemporary market environment. The course will focus on marketing strategy and development of a marketing mix.

This course requires students completing their AABA degree to demonstrate knowledge learned throughout the program and apply the theories to real world issues. Students are expected to synthesize and integrate learning experiences acquired throughout their program and to evaluate research and current topics relative to their area of concentration.

This course explores the application of management principles to the marketing function. Emphasis is placed on the application of planning, implementation, controlling, and evaluation of marketing strategies as the means for achieving an organization's objectives.

This course presents the ethical and legal issues of business including contracts, agency law and investor protection.

This course focuses on management of information systems. Topics include resources, information systems in an organization, social implications and use and evaluation of common microcomputer software packages.

This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the role of accounting information in support of decision making and planning throughout the organization. Students will learn accounting methods for planning and controlling operations through budgets, responsibility centers and cost management. Furthermore, students will learn various measures and analysis techniques to evaluate the performance of the business.

In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of probability, statistics, and their applications in business decision making.

This course examines the key components of financial decision making: valuation and risk management. Students will examine the implications of forecasting, capital budgeting, working capital management, and project risk management.

This Course Explores Basic Operations Management In Modern Organizations Which Involves Design, Management And Improvement Of Productive Processes. Subjects Include Critical Path Methods (cpm), Pert Charts, Resource Allocations, Gantt Charts, Budgeted Cost Of Work Scheduled, Budgeted Cost Of Work Performed, Actual Cost Of Work Performed, And Projects Associated With Services And The Manufacture Of Products Including Fast Delivery To The Ultimate Consumer.

In this course, students will learn to effectively organize, develop, create, and manage a business. The main objective of the course is to experience the challenges of starting and financing a new company. The main focus will be in-depth exposure to the process of starting and scaling an enterprise from an idea and business plan into a company, examining and exploring the entrepreneurial process, and analyze business decisions that entrepreneurs face.

An internship or senior project that satisfies the concentration outcomes and meets the approval of the University Program Committee.

This course focuses on the underlying concepts, ethical, regulatory and business environment of financial reporting with an emphasis on measurement, valuation and presentation of typical asset-related items.

An advanced study of the concepts and techniques used by management accountants to assist decision-makers within the organization. Areas covered include process accounting, job-order accounting, measuring quality costs activity-based costing, and evaluating performance.

This course will provide the students the fundamentals of individual income taxation. A background of accounting courses is not essential for this course. The course may be of special interest to non-business majors. Topics include exemptions, exclusions, and deductions available to the individual. These concepts will aid the student in the preparation of an individual tax return.

This course focuses on the study of concepts and terminology of accounting information systems and their use in decision making in accounting and auditing. The course also covers Information Technology (IT) fundamentals, responsibilities and business implications.

This course focuses on securities and securities markets. Topics include analysis of various categories of corporate securities, public securities, and other investments, types of risks and taxes that affect investment policy timing, selection and investment values.

This course discusses how multinational corporations make financial decisions. Topics include international cash management, hedging cash flows, international capital budgeting and international financing.

This course studies the changing banking environment in the US and the principles and practices used to effectively manage a commercial bank. It covers value creation in banking as well as capital funds, assets, and liability management. The course examines a typical bank’s loan portfolio and its management. Hedging and derivatives are also covered.

This course focuses on the theory of the firm, strategic options, the financing of corporate strategies, strategic positioning, and corporate governance. Theories are used to examine the forces and factors that influence the strategies pursued by corporations and the governance of those firms. Focus is placed on quantitative and qualitative analysis of financial policies based on readings and empirical research.

In this course students will be expected to apply the theory and tools of micro- and macroeconomics and research to the formation of business decisions in the global environment.

Within the context of the multinational firm, this course examines the development of policy, financing options for international business, and the making of standard financial management decisions.

In this course, the student will explore decision making from a managerial viewpoint and examine the role of decision making in dealing with employees, formulating strategy, and negotiating. This course requires students to understand, apply, and evaluate both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies as they apply to business studies and analyses.

In this course, the student will explore decision making from a managerial viewpoint and examine the role of decision making in dealing with employees, formulating strategy, and negotiating. This course requires students to understand, apply, and evaluate both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies as they apply to business studies and analyses.

The development and implementation by the global enterprise of integrated business strategies and policies is the focus of this applied course. Course contents include the planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of the corporate resources, products, and assets. Advanced research is an integral component of this course.

This course focuses on the application of marketing concepts in a global organization. Students will examine international channel distribution as well as promotional, pricing, and product strategies.

This course is designed to allow students to develop the ability to use cost and financial data in the planning, management, and controlling functions of an organization. Students focus on the budget process, utilization of internal and external data for control and performance analysis, and the allocation of resources to achieve corporate objectives.

In this course, students can learn how to analyze financial statements and methods used to value companies.