College of Business
College of Business
443 Austin Hall
Corvallis, Oregon 97331-2603
Phone: 541-737-2551
Website: http://business.oregonstate.edu/
Student Services
Undergraduate Advising
Phone: 541-737-3716
Email: studentservices@oregonstate.edu
Student Engagement
Phone: 541-713-8040
Email: osubusiness@oregonstate.edu
Career Success Center
Phone: 541-737-8957
Email: csc@oregonstate.edu
Graduate Business Programs
Phone: 541-737-5510
Email: gradbusiness@oregonstate.edu
OSU Cascades Undergraduate Advising
Tykeson Hall 315
Bend, Oregon
Phone: 541-322-2090
Administration
Tim Carroll, Sara Hart Kimball Dean, 541-737-6024, tim.carroll@oregonstate.edu
Jim Coakley, Senior Associate Dean for Analytics and Operations, 541-737-4116, jim.coakley@oregonstate.edu
John Becker-Blease, Associate Dean for Graduate Student Development, 541-737-6061, john.becker-blease@oregonstate.edu
Keith Leavitt, Associate Dean for Research, 541-737-8631, keith.leavitt@oregonstate.edu
Prem Mathew, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Development, 541-737-6030, prem.mathew@oregonstate.edu
Byron Marshall, Assistant Dean for Assessment, Accreditation, and Analytics, 541-737-6054, byron.marshall@oregonstate.edu
Inara Scott, Associate Dean for Teaching and Learning Excellence, 541-737-4102, inara.scott@oregonstate.edu
Dave Berger, School Head for Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems, 541-737-2636, dave.berger@oregonstate.edu
Logan Steele, Associate School Head for Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems, 541-737-8659, logan.steele@oregonstate.edu
Pauline Schilpzand, School Head for Management, Entrepreneurship, and Supply Chain, 541-737-2717, pauline.schilpzand@oregonstate.edu
Michele Swift, Assistant School Head for Management, Entrepreneurship, and Supply Chain, 541-737-4110, michele.swift@oregonstate.edu
Colleen Bee, School Head for Marketing, Analytics, and Design, 541-737-6059, colleen.bee@oregonstate.edu
Andy Olstad, Assistant School Head for Marketing, Analytics, and Design, 541-737-3159, andy.olstad@oregonstate.edu
Jonathan Arthurs, PhD Program Director, 541-737-6036, jonathan.arthurs@oregonstate.edu
Malcolm LeMay, Director of Operations, 541-737-6021, malcolm.lemay@oregonstate.edu
College of Business
At the College of Business, we offer Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Business (MSB), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. These degree programs encompass more than 25 business and design majors and options with the support and insight of more than 185 area and national businesses. This means you — and your skills — are in demand in the job market when you graduate. We are committed to degree programs that focus on excellent career prospects, and we are committed to being a business school that anticipates the rapidly transforming business landscape.
We serve students through three locations in Oregon (Corvallis, Bend and Portland) as well as fully online. The virtual fourth campus, Ecampus, is among the top-ranked in the nation and accessible to students all over the world. Our accredited business programs and design programs will prepare you with the knowledge, skills and network you need to excel in the workplace.
Accreditation
Our undergraduate and graduate business programs and our accounting program are accredited by AACSB International - the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Only a select few (less than 5%) of the more than 16,000 schools worldwide granting business degrees have earned AACSB accreditation and only 1% separately accredit accounting. To achieve accreditation, a business school must meet a broad range of quality standards and be committed to continuous improvement relating to curriculum, faculty credentials, admissions, degree requirements, information resources, research and scholarship.
High School Preparation
Students planning to enroll in the College of Business are recommended to complete the following high school courses: English, four years; mathematics, four years; history and social studies, three years; foreign language, two years; natural science, two years. In addition, competence in computer word processing, spreadsheet and database software is recommended.
Advising: Transfer Students
We’ve built transfer partnerships and pathways that support learning and degree completion for our students coming from community colleges, other four-year universities as well as those already in the workforce. We have dedicated, full-time professional academic advisors to support your smooth transfer to the College of Business, and we incorporate our nationally award-winning Blueprint personal and professional skills development curriculum into your coursework.
Minor Programs
We have multiple transcript-visible minors for both College of Business students and students majoring in other disciplines. No matter your true passion, there is a business side to every occupation — that is how the world works. As you are investing in your education and your future, think about the advantages that skills such as entrepreneurial thinking and business innovation can bring to your sphere of expertise — and how business fundamentals are an important part of any career, whether with a global corporation, expanding startup or local family business. Contact the College of Business Advising Office, Austin Hall 122, 541-737-3716 for information.
Experiential Learning and Blueprint
Business owners, entrepreneurs, inventors, leaders or community volunteers — you are all welcome here. In the College of Business, our goal is to empower and prepare you to succeed throughout college and into your career. All students develop professional skills like leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, decision-making and communication.
You also learn how to think like an entrepreneur and embrace innovation. That means learning to adapt to a challenging situation and to approach problems with a range of ideas. These are skills that will benefit you in any career.
Experiential learning provides opportunities to develop knowledge and skills through experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Along with running a microbusiness your first year, you have access to internships, service-learning projects, undergraduate research, study abroad and other creative and professional work projects.
We have a master plan for you, quite literally, and it’s called Blueprint — an award-winning series of classes focused on professional and leadership development and financial literacy. We keep you on track to graduate on time, with the skills and network to choose your career, and the savvy to make the big decisions at the right time.
The College of Business Blueprint is recognized as a breakout success and national paradigm for best practices in education-to-career training. Our awesome students become our awesome alumni: successful, plugged-in leaders who know how to navigate the world.
The resources of the OSU Career Development Center and College of Business Career Success Center (Austin Hall 102) are available to all students seeking information concerning career development and interviews with visiting firms.
The Arthur Stonehill International Business Exchange Program
The College of Business runs the largest college-administered international business exchange program in the state. This opportunity allows qualified students to study abroad in one of 13 carefully selected and approved programs. Successful completion of coursework enables students to earn their option in International Business through this one term of study. A one-credit orientation class is required the term prior to departure, and a reflection paper is due upon return. All courses are taught in English and focus on various aspects of international finance, management, and marketing. Financial aid applies to most programs.
Centers within the College of Business
Center for Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in Business
Audrey Iffert-Saleem, Director
The Center for Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Business empowers students, alumni, business professionals, corporations, and people of all genders with tools, education, and training to foster inclusiveness in the workplace.
Center for Business Analytics
Bin Zhu, Associate Professor
The Center for Business Analytics connects businesses, professionals, students, and faculty with a mission to educate and to exchange ideas on gaining competitive advantages from data. We connect students with corporate-sponsored analytics projects. These projects provide opportunities for students to integrate and apply what they have learned from different classes, to practice communicating with clients and supervisors, and to develop solutions with measurable impact for their clients.
Center for Family Enterprise
Ted Paterson, Senior Director for Advancement
Since 1985, the College of Business has been a prominent resource for family enterprises in the region and the advisors that support their success. Students can earn a family business minor and a family business option within our business administration degree.
Center for Marketing and Consumer Insights (CMCI)
Johnny Chen, Director
As a marketing research agency, the Center for Marketing and Consumer Insights delivers professional market research and consulting services that provide insight into markets, businesses, and today’s consumers. CMCI projects are led by marketing faculty - who mentor teams of students in the field research - providing clients with actionable research and students with experiential learning opportunities that prepare them for marketing careers.
Center for Supply Chain Management
Ping-Hung Hsieh, Professor
The mission of the Center for Supply Chain Management is to be a leading source of knowledge creation and dissemination and experiential learning in supply chain and analytics. With scores of active industry partners in the region and the world, we connect students and faculty with industry-defined projects to incorporate business supply chain case analysis into the classroom experience.
Student Centers and Programs within the College of Business
Center for Advancing Financial Education (OSU Cafe)
Kayleen Salchenberg, Program Manager
The OSU Center for Advancing Financial Education (CAFE) works with students, their families and community members to promote financial literacy through research-based education. We educate and provide resources for students at OSU and to communities across the state.
InnovationX Program
Michelle Marie, Program Manager
InnovationX, the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, is Oregon State’s hub for student entrepreneurs, innovators and change-makers. We provide the resources, education and community that can help students capture, share and test ideas and turn them into reality.
Sales Academy
Cailtyn Gill, Director
The OSU Sales Academy introduces sales fundamentals to students through hands-on workshops and sessions led by industry sponsors. Students are given the opportunity to interact and network with industry sales executives and participate in regional and national sales competitions with our elite university programs.
Continuing and Professional Education
Melanie Mitchell, Director
Learn. Upskill. Master. OSU College of Business' Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) courses transform careers and career potential with access to new, in-demand job skills. Our wide variety of certificates cover topics such as digital marketing, human resources, Lean Six Sigma and management. Take just one course, or a suite of courses to complete a certificate. CPE gives you the tools to stand out in your current role, or positions you for a new role or a new career. You’ll learn from experts in the field, who are on top of the latest advancements and best approaches for meeting the challenges of their area. We offer online certificates, Portland executive training and custom corporate training programs taught by College of Business faculty and industry experts. Available courses can be found online.
Academic and Professional Standards
The standards set forth below apply to all students enrolled in the College of Business and are in addition to those standards applicable to all students in the university. Students are responsible for satisfying these requirements.
Prerequisite Grade Requirements
A grade of C- or better is required for all classes within a College of Business degree program. A higher grade is required in some classes as noted in the catalog.
Academic Progression Standards
Academic progression standards specify the requirements a student must meet in order to graduate with a degree from the College of Business. OSU has minimum GPA standards. The College of Business has additional GPA requirements and standards. Students must satisfy both OSU and College of Business standards to earn their business degree. College requirements apply to minors unless stated otherwise.
The College of Business progression standards require that students:
- Achieve a minimum grade of C- or better in all classes used to complete their degree program.
- Maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA over all coursework completed within their degree program.
- Complete over 50% of the degree program and discipline coursework at OSU.
- Resolve all incomplete (I) grades in any classes within the degree program within one year, or prior to graduation, whichever occurs first.
- Make satisfactory progress toward the completion of the degree program in a timely fashion.
The College of Business degree program includes all College of Business classes taken for major and elective credit and non-college classes that are part of the degree requirements (see table below). Any course used to satisfy College of Business degree requirements must be taken using the A–F grade mode. The Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) grade basis may not be used.
Transfer grades in College of Business degree program classes may be used to satisfy coursework requirements but are not used in the overall College of Business GPA calculation used to determine graduation. They are, however, used in the All Inclusive Business GPA. Thus, if a course is completed at OSU and must be repeated to earn a higher grade, then the course must be repeated at OSU for the grade to be included in the GPA calculation.
Lower-division classes (100–200 level) completed at any accredited college or university with a grade of C- or higher may be used to satisfy lower-division core requirements, but will not be included in the overall College of Business GPA calculation. These transfer courses will be used in the All Inclusive Business GPA.
Upper-division classes (300-level and above) completed with a grade of C- or higher at school(s) accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business may be used to satisfy upper-division core and discipline-specific coursework requirements, but will not be included in the overall College of Business GPA calculation. These transfer courses will be used in the All-Inclusive Business GPA.
| Progression Group | BA Classes | Non-BA Class |
|---|---|---|
| Lower-Division Business Core | BA 160, BA 161, BA 162, BA 211, BA 213, BA 223, BA 230, BA 240, BA 260, BA 270, BA 275, BA 281, BA 282, BA 283, BA 284 | WR 222/WR 323/WR 327, MTH 241, COMM 111/COMM 114/COMM 218, ECON 201, ECON 202 |
| Upper-Division Business Core | BA 311, BA 312, BA 313, BA 347, BA 352, BA 354, BA 357, BA 370, BA 375, BA 411, BA 412, BA 413, BA 466 | |
| Discipline-Specific Coursework | All ACTG, BA, BANA, BIS, DSGN, FIN, HM, MGMT, MRKT, SCLM courses completed as part of the business degree |
| Progression Group | BA Classes | Non-BA Class |
|---|---|---|
| Lower-Division Design Core | DSGN 226 or DSGN 276 or DSGN 287 | ART 101, ART 204/ART 205/ART 206, COMM 111/COMM 114/COMM 218, ECON 201, MTH 111, ST 201, WR 121, WR 222/WR 323/WR 327 |
| Upper-Division Design Core | BA 315, BA 352, BA 354, BA 390 (or BA 223), DSGN 341, MGMT 364, MRKT 492, MRKT 495 | ART 367 |
| Discipline-Specific Coursework | All BA, DSGN, MGMT, MRKT courses completed as part of the design degree |
Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
- Demonstrate proficiency through the second year of a foreign language (foreign language is defined as completing the 213 level of that language with a C or better or getting a signed letter from the School of Language, Culture, and Society that states they have determined the student has that level of proficiency without needing the coursework), and
- Demonstrate cultural awareness by either:
- Completing six credits of upper-division coursework focusing on the culture of regions that commonly use the foreign language in which the student is proficient, or
- Successfully complete a study abroad, global internship, or research experience of at least 10 weeks in a non-English speaking foreign country while enrolled at OSU. This experience must be clearly documented for audit purposes.
Guiding Professional Standards for the College of Business Community
As a member of the College of Business community, you should strive to:
- treat others with honesty, respect, and courtesy;
- maintain the highest levels of academic integrity;
- act in accordance with ethical and social responsibilities;
- foster a professional learning environment; and
- act in a professional manner.
You are also expected to comply with the law as well as all university regulations and policies that apply to you. Those university policies include, but are not limited to, the University Student Conduct Regulations, the university’s Discrimination and Harassment Policies and the university’s Policy on Acceptable Use of Computing Resources. Failure to comply with these laws, regulations, and policies may result in the pursuit of disciplinary action by the college, as detailed further below.
General Statement on Professional Conduct and Academic Integrity
The Guiding Professional Standards for the College of Business community, subscribed to by all members of the College of Business community, are intended to support and implement the values held by the college. Those values encompass the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and scholarship. All members of the College of Business community accept our responsibility to strive to meet those standards and to act in an ethically proper manner in our dealings with others. We dedicate ourselves to create and nurture a culture of innovation, cooperation, diversity and mutual respect within the College of Business while recognizing and pursuing the social responsibilities imposed by these values.
A reputation for personal integrity is valuable in the business and broader world. A good reputation is created through personal behavior and performance over time that is observed by friends, colleagues, and business associates, both superiors and subordinates.
The students, faculty, administrators and staff of the College of Business are committed to fostering and creating a positive, professional learning environment. These goals will be pursued by conduct that is honest, civil, courteous and responsible.
College of Business Corrective Actions for Failure to Meet Academic or Professional Standards
The College of Business Corrective Actions govern the college’s response to a student’s failure to progress adequately academically in the college or a violation of the law or university regulations and policies that apply to the student, including the Guiding Professional Standards of the college, the university Student Conduct Regulations, the university’s Discrimination and Harassment Policies, or the university’s Policy on Acceptable Use of Computing Resources. As is the case for all students, College of Business students are also subject to the university’s Student Conduct Regulations and the procedures for enforcement of those regulations.
A failure by the student to progress adequately academically or a violation by the student of any of the college or university standards or policies listed in the above paragraph may result in the pursuit of one or more of the actions detailed below, including dismissal of the student from the college. The college will notify a student against whom it pursues such action with information about the effect of the action on the student’s status in the college and information regarding how the student may respond to or appeal the action.
A student against whom the college pursues such action will be issued one of the following notices, depending on the student’s academic status or the severity or frequency of the behavior resulting in the action:
Warning For Academic and Professional Behavior
"Warning" status is cautionary and is issued for one or more of the following academic reasons:
- Earning a ‘D’ or ‘F’ grade in a College of Business degree program class.
- A small deviation below the minimum 2.50 College of Business GPA requirement.
- Failure to complete College of Business degree program coursework in a timely fashion.
A warning may also be issued to identify student behavior, which may place a student’s enrollment status in the college at risk. The warning status may be removed following satisfactory resolution of behavioral concerns, as determined by the college.
Probation for Academic and Professional Behavior
If a student has larger deviations from the College of Business academic progression standards than those defined for a warning, or if the student continues to be out of compliance with any of the College of Business academic progression standards following a warning, the student may be placed on probation and may be required to take specific action to correct the problem(s).
Student behavior that is a significant departure from the law, college or university regulations and policies that apply to the student may also result in "Probation" status. Such behavior includes, but is not limited to, academic dishonesty, criminal violations, repeated or intentional violation of University policies, or significant breaches of the university Student Conduct Regulations, the university’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment or the university’s Policy on Acceptable Use of Computing Resources.
A student on probation status must follow recommendations of the college in order to avoid suspension or dismissal. Students on probation status should meet with an advisor each term to review their progress and standing in the college until the probation status is removed. Students who successfully fulfill the recommendations will be removed from probation status. Students who fail to follow recommendations from advisors or are unsuccessful in correcting deficiencies will be placed on suspension and evaluated for dismissal from the college
Probation may also be continued if a student is still out of compliance with academic or behavioral requirements but is taking steps to correct the problem(s) identified.
Suspension for Academic and Professional Behavior
A student may be placed on suspension and be evaluated for dismissal from the college if the student does not take steps to become compliant with the college’s academic progression standards (such as retaking a class the student has failed), or the student is not making adequate progress in correcting the student’s academic problems.
A student may be placed on suspension and evaluated for dismissal from the college if the student's behavior is a sufficiently severe and significant departure from the law, college or university regulations and policies that apply to the student, or the student fails to constructively address previous behavioral concerns after college actions.
In the event of a second instance of academic dishonesty, the student will be suspended and evaluated for dismissal from the college.
A student placed on suspension status for academic or behavioral reasons will not be allowed to progress in the college.
Dismissal from the College
Students placed on suspension status will be evaluated for dismissal from the college. The college will review the student’s record, including any interim proof of progress. After review, the college may recommend immediate dismissal from the college, recommend that the student be continued on suspension status pending receipt of additional information, or prescribe a plan to address specific concerns that resulted in the student’s suspension status. If a plan for progression is developed by the college, the student will be placed on probation status pending satisfactory progress.
If dismissed from the college, the student must wait a minimum of one term before reapplying for admission to the college and must meet current criteria for admissions to the college.
If the student was dismissed and later qualifies for readmission, and the college’s academic standards or requirements have changed since the student was last a College of Business major, the student will be subject to the more recent standards or requirements.
Appeal of Academic or Corrective Status
Students engaged in an appeal of their dismissal from the college will remain on suspension status pending resolution of their appeal.
- Any student who wishes to challenge the student’s academic or corrective status at the college must submit an appeal in writing to the dean of the college within seven calendar days following the issuance of a notice from the college identifying the student’s status. The request for an appeal must include specific justification, including errors, failure to consider all of the evidence presented, or any other action, including any new evidence not known at the time of the original meeting, that may change the outcome. The dean may refer the issue back to the college’s standing committee for review, if warranted. Following the review, the dean will notify the affected student of their decision by mail or email.
- The student may appeal the dean’s decision to the Oregon State University Provost in writing within seven calendar days following the issuance of a decision by the dean. The provost’s decision on the appeal is the university’s final decision.
Undergraduate Programs
Majors
- Accountancy
Options: -
Apparel Design
Options: - Business Administration
Options: - Business Analytics
Options: - Business Information Systems
Options: -
Design and Innovation Management
Options: - Finance
Options: - Hospitality Management
- Innovation Management
- Interior Design
Options: - Management
Options: - Marketing
Options: - Merchandising Management
Options: - Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Options:
Minors
- Business
- Business Information Systems
- Design and Innovation Management
- Family Business
- Finance
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Marketing
- Merchandising Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Professional Sales
- Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Certificates
Graduate Programs
Majors
- Accountancy
- Business
Options: - Business Administration
Options: - Design and Human Environment
Minors
Certificates
Our faculty are committed professors and passionate mentors. They also are corporate leaders, experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts and renowned researchers. That means you are learning the foundations of business from the best. You are sharing a classroom with thinkers who are ahead of the curve and ahead of the very textbooks they use to teach (and may be updating in their spare time).
They run businesses, hold patents, practice law, speak several languages and publish in prestigious academic journals as well as popular business magazines. They are committed to building a unique experience for your college journey. And they want you to achieve excellence.
School Leadership
The College of Business, responding to an increase in students, academic programs and student success services over the past years, has grown to include 125 research faculty and instructors.
We're organized into three new schools. The schools are designed to support faculty by providing additional research support, cross-disciplinary thought leadership and mentoring, and also professional development opportunities. They also aim to streamline communications between our growing faculty and college leadership with this new organizational paradigm. Each school is home to three academic programs and close to 1,500 students, allowing for increased attention on experiential learning opportunities within the school and across academic disciplines.
School of Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems
Professors Elston, Reitsma, J. Yang
Associate Professors Becker-Blease, Berger, Coakley, He, Marshall, Mathew
Assistant Professors Blackburne, Deng, Gibbons, Kalodimos, Obermire, Pesch, Shadbad, Steele, S. Yang
Senior Instructors Arora, Bourne, Fudge, Raja
Instructors Adams, Clements, Elliott, Holbrook, Leong, Mentler, Rush, Varadharajan
School of Marketing, Analytics, and Design
Professor Marks
Associate Professors Barnhart, Bee, Chang, H. Chen, Koenig, Read, Scott, Zhu
Assistant Professor Fan, Hall, Huff, Kaskela, Reynolds-McIlnay, Schmid, Stornelli
Senior Instructors Dickson, Feeney, Olstad, Smouse
Instructors Baldivieso, Barnes, Beyer, Brown, J. Chen, Cluver, Gill, Hagedorn, Jager, Ruyle, Spann, Terhes, Van Order, Vester, Vong, Wang
School of Management, Entrepreneurship, and Supply Chain
Professor Arthurs, Baldridge, Howes, Hsieh, Wu
Associate Professors Barden, J. Chen, J. Cho, S. Cho, Gerasymenko, Hoehn-Weiss, Kim, Leavitt, Paterson, Schilpzand
Assistant Professors Csillag, D'Lima, Hardy, Lee, Murali, Murphy, Panwar, Rees, Ribbink, Zhang
Senior Instructors McNeeley, Micheau, Montgomery, Morris, Smith, Swift
Instructors Buchanan, Cieri, Crangle, Hasbrook, Krynicki, Martin, McCalpine, Myers, Palmer, Perle, Rock, Tripathi, Wascher
Student Engagement
Senior Instructors Lewis
Instructors Carpenter, Caruso, Flores, Gratz, Hodges, Laurence, Longo, Marie, McCauley, Neubaum, Neuman, O'Brien, Salchenberg, Summers, Trinidad, Vierra, Villalobos, Wilson, Ziriax
Accounting (ACTG)
ACTG 317, EXTERNAL REPORTING I, 4 Credits
Examines the theory and practice of financial accounting, the processing and controls phases of the accounting system, and reporting to external parties. Emphasis is placed on the accounting cycle and financial statement structure and content. The emphasis on the accounting cycle includes the processing and tracing of transaction data from source documents to financial statements.
Prerequisite: (BA 211 with C or better or BA 211H with C or better) and (BA 213 [C] or BA 213H [C])
ACTG 318, EXTERNAL REPORTING II, 4 Credits
Continuation from ACTG 317 and the theory and practice of financial accounting and the reporting to external parties. Covers financial reporting objectives to provide information that is useful in investment and credit decisions, in assessing cash flow prospects, and about company resources and claims to those resources.
Prerequisite: ACTG 317 with C- or better
ACTG 319, EXTERNAL REPORTING III, 4 Credits
Continuation from ACTG 318 and the theory and practice of financial accounting and the reporting to external parties. Covers financial reporting objectives to provide information that is useful in investment and credit decisions, in assessing cash flow prospects, and about company resources and claims to those resources.
Prerequisite: ACTG 318 with C- or better
ACTG 321, COST MANAGEMENT I, 4 Credits
Reinforces and builds on the language and concepts of management accounting. Emphasizes different models for product costing and examines their effects on profit planning, budgeting, motivation, and control.
Prerequisite: ACTG 317 with C- or better
ACTG 379, ACCOUNTING ANALYTICS, 4 Credits
Covers the analysis of data as it pertains to accounting professionals. The focuses include analytic techniques for decision making and the examination of “big data” involving accounting information. Hands-on experiences will develop skills with select software tools used in data analytics for accounting professionals.
Prerequisite: ACTG 318 with C- or better and (BA 370 [C-] or BA 370H [C-])
ACTG 405, READING & CONFERENCE, 1-6 Credits
This course is repeatable for 12 credits.
ACTG 417, ADVANCED ACCOUNTING, 4 Credits
Explores advanced financial accounting theory and practice, building on the External Reporting course series ACTG 317/ACTG 318/ACTG 319. Focuses on topics including corporate combinations, consolidated financial statements, and other emerging accounting issues.
Prerequisite: ACTG 319 with C- or better
ACTG 420, IT AUDITING, 4 Credits
Explores key information systems issues such as planning, acquisition, delivery, and monitoring from a risk and control perspective. Covers the use of IT audit standards, guidelines, and frameworks and build data analysis tool skills.
Prerequisite: (ACTG 319 with C- or better or BA 372 with C- or better or BIS 372 with C- or better) and (BA 370 [C-] or BA 370H [C-])
ACTG 424, TAXATION I, 4 Credits
Covers concepts related to business taxation and focuses primarily on 1) basic income tax law as it relates to businesses, 2) the role of income taxes in decision making processes, and 3) basic income tax research. Intended to assist students in preparation to become a professional, and thus contains components designed to aid in the development of technical, analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
Prerequisite: ACTG 319 with C- or better
ACTG 425, ADVANCED TAXATION, 4 Credits
Examines federal tax system as it applies to corporations, partnerships, and estates and trusts. Emphasizes on understanding tax planning for business owners and refining the ability to research tax issues.
Prerequisite: ACTG 319 with C- or better
ACTG 427, ASSURANCE AND ATTESTATION SERVICES, 4 Credits
Assertions of enterprises gain credibility when examined by an independent third party. Assurance and attestation provide credibility. Coverage includes ethics, risk, materiality, internal control, evidence and reporting.
Prerequisite: ACTG 319 with C- or better
Available via Ecampus
ACTG 428, ADVANCED AUDIT ANALYTICS, 4 Credits
An advanced course covering audit theory, current audit practice and auditor professional skills. Includes in-class activities, readings, presentations, research and group discussions of relevant advanced audit topics. Understand the use and future of data analytics in the audit profession. Theory, current audit practice and auditor professional skills.
Prerequisite: ACTG 427 with C- or better
ACTG 499, SELECTED TOPICS IN ACCOUNTING, 1-6 Credits
This course is repeatable for 12 credits.
Business Administration (BA)
BA 002, LEADERSHIP, 0 Credits
Provides students with basic personal and interpersonal leadership skills that can be used within and outside of a work setting. Through practice, the leadership experience help students explore motivation, decision-making, time management, power, team building, conflict, ethics, dealing with change, communication skills, and diversity issues.
BA 004, INTERNSHIP, 0 Credits
Provides basic personal and professional skills that can be used within and outside of a work setting. Through practice, this experience guides students in building and maintaining positive professional relationships, networking/mentoring relationships, and enhances students’ understanding of the connection between theory and practice in their respective disciplines.
BA 101, BUSINESS NOW, 6 Credits
Presents an integrated view of both established and entrepreneurial business organizations by studying their common processes and characteristics. Introduces theory and develops basic skills in the areas of management, finance, accounting and marketing. Lec/lab/rec.
Available via Ecampus
BA 140, FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR COLLEGE LIFE, 2 Credits
Helps you learn the fundamentals of personal finance. It is crucial you are prepared to be prudent managers of your financial resources, enabling you to achieve long- and short-term financial goals and security. In addition, this course will examine how your background experiences, values, goals, and decisions can impact your financial future.
Available via Ecampus
BA 150, EXPLORING ENTREPRENEURSHIP, 1 Credit
Explore business concepts while designing a start-up company. Listen to inspirational speakers, practice networking skills and learn business etiquette as part of the Business Beavs in Action summer camp.
BA 151, EXPLORING INVESTING, 1 Credit
Students participating in Investing Week will learn about basic investment vehicles and the principles of evaluating a potential investment. Students will also learn how to understand the financial market system and how it affects their personal and business life. Students will be assigned a role as a junior analyst with Toots, Toots and Peabody, and critically assess the benefits and strengths of individual investment vehicles.
BA 152, EXPLORING SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP, 1 Credit
Provides an immersive experience regarding responsible business practices. In addition, from an entrepreneurial prospective, students have the opportunity to explore ways in which real social change is being conducted worldwide.
BA 153, EXPLORING FINANCE, 1 Credit
Students will establish real world financial literacy in a business capacity. Through this course, students will complete a case study involving a business financial plan.
BA 154, EXPLORING MARKETING, 1 Credit
Students will understand the process of developing and executing a marketing plan in the context of a business model. Each student will participate in a Case Study conducting a small business-marketing plan.
BA 160, B-ENGAGED, 3 Credits
Understand and accomplish college-level academic work and explore OSU resources and options that will enhance your college experience and success. Opportunity to connect with faculty and peers with common interests in a supportive learning environment.
Equivalent to: BA 160H, BA 163
Available via Ecampus
BA 160H, B-ENGAGED, 3 Credits
Understand and accomplish college-level academic work and explore OSU resources and options that will enhance your college experience and success. Opportunity to connect with faculty and peers with common interests in a supportive learning environment.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
BA 161, INNOVATION NATION--AWARENESS TO ACTION, 3 Credits
First course in a two-course sequence. Begins a conversation on self-management, offering opportunities for active reflection on critical skill sets necessary for success in today's global market. Builds a foundation of entrepreneurial knowledge and gaining a competitive edge while becoming aware of your role in managing your own career.
Equivalent to: BA 161H, BA 167
Available via Ecampus
BA 161H, INNOVATION NATION--AWARENESS TO ACTION, 3 Credits
First course in a two-course sequence. Begins a conversation on self-management, offering opportunities for active reflection on critical skill sets necessary for success in today's global market. Builds a foundation of entrepreneurial knowledge and gaining a competitive edge while becoming aware of your role in managing your own career.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
BA 162, INNOVATION NATION--IDEAS TO REALITY, 3 Credits
Second course in a two-course sequence. Topics include evaluating entrepreneurial capabilities, creativity and innovation, opportunity recognition, impression management, and responsible business practices. Continues a conversation on self-management, offering opportunities for active reflection on critical skill sets necessary for success in today's global market.
Prerequisite: BA 161 with C- or better or BA 161H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 162H, BA 168
Available via Ecampus
BA 162H, INNOVATION NATION--IDEAS TO REALITY, 3 Credits
Second course in a two-course sequence. Topics include evaluating entrepreneurial capabilities, creativity and innovation, opportunity recognition, impression management, and responsible business practices. Continues a conversation on self-management, offering opportunities for active reflection on critical skill sets necessary for success in today's global market.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: BA 161 with C- or better or BA 161H with C- or better
BA 163, B-ENGAGED, 3 Credits
The first term is a critical time for college students. B-Engaged helps the student transition to the OSU academic community and college learning expectations. B-Engaged will help the student understand and accomplish college-level academic work and explore OSU resources and options that will enhance their college experience and success. Additionally, B-Engaged is the student's opportunity to connect with a faculty member and peers with common interests in a supportive learning environment.
BA 167, LAUNCH PAD I, 3 Credits
Begins a conversation on self-management, offering opportunities for active reflection on critical skill sets necessary for success in today's global market. Focused on building a foundation of entrepreneurial knowledge and gaining a competitive edge while becoming aware of your role in managing your own career. BA 167/BA 168 presents an integrated view of both established and entrepreneurial business organizations by studying their common processes and characteristics. The series introduces theory and develops basic skills in the areas of management, finance, accounting, and marketing. Departmental approval required.
BA 168, LAUNCH PAD II, 3 Credits
Continues the conversation on self-management, focused on building a foundation of entrepreneurial knowledge and gaining a competitive edge while becoming aware of your role in managing your own career. BA 167/BA 168 presents an integrated view of both established and entrepreneurial business organizations by studying their common processes and characteristics. The series introduces theory and develops basic skills in the areas of management, finance, accounting, and marketing. Departmental approval required.
Prerequisite: BA 167 with C- or better
BA 199, SPECIAL STUDIES, 1-6 Credits
This course is repeatable for 12 credits.
BA 210, INTERNSHIP, 1-6 Credits
Planned and supervised work experience at selected cooperating business firms. Supplementary training, conference, reports, and appraisals.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 211, FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING, 4 Credits
Accounting information from the perspective of external users, principally investors and creditors. Emphasis on the preparation and interpretation of financial statements, income recognition and determination, and asset valuation.
Prerequisite: MTH 111 with C- or better or MTH 241 with C- or better or MTH 251 with C- or better or MTH 251H with C- or better or Math Placement Test with a score of 24 or Math Placement - ALEKS with a score of 060
Equivalent to: BA 211H
Available via Ecampus
BA 211H, FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING, 4 Credits
Accounting information from the perspective of external users, principally investors and creditors. Emphasis on the preparation and interpretation of financial statements, income recognition and determination, and asset valuation.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: MTH 111 with C- or better or MTH 241 with C- or better or MTH 251 with C- or better or MTH 251H with C- or better or Math Placement Test with a score of 24 or Math Placement - ALEKS with a score of 060
Equivalent to: BA 211
BA 213, MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING, 4 Credits
Accounting information from the perspective of management users with an emphasis on data accumulation for product costing, planning, and performance evaluation and control.
Prerequisite: BA 211 with C- or better or BA 211H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 213H
Available via Ecampus
BA 213H, MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING, 4 Credits
Accounting information from the perspective of management users with an emphasis on data accumulation for product costing, planning, and performance evaluation and control.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: BA 211 with C- or better or BA 211H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 213
BA 223, PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING, 4 Credits
Covers concepts and principles used by marketing professionals. Designed explicitly for business majors, it’s an introduction to the relationships between customers, products, and companies in a competitive and dynamically evolving marketplace.
Equivalent to: BA 223H
Recommended: ECON 201 with a minimum grade of C-
BA 223H, PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING, 4 Credits
Covers concepts and principles used by marketing professionals. Designed explicitly for business majors, it’s an introduction to the relationships between customers, products, and companies in a competitive and dynamically evolving marketplace.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: BA 223
Recommended: ECON 201 with a minimum grade of C-
BA 230, BUSINESS LAW I, 4 Credits
Nature and function of law in our business society. Obligations arising out of agency, contract formation and breach, crimes, torts, warranty, regulation of competition, and international aspects thereof.
Equivalent to: BA 230H, BA 330
Available via Ecampus
BA 230H, BUSINESS LAW I, 4 Credits
Nature and function of law in our business society. Obligations arising out of agency, contract formation and breach, crimes, torts, warranty, regulation of competition, and international aspects thereof.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
BA 240, FINANCE, 4 Credits
Introduces basic tools of finance and applications of financial theory in use today. These tools include rates of return, the time value of money, those that can be applied to capital budgeting decisions, and the logic and fundamentals of financial statements. Designed to enhance a student’s approach to financial decision-making and emphasizes quantitative approaches to decision making. Introduces students to equity and debt markets and securities, and serves as a stepping stone to advanced courses in finance.
Prerequisite: (BA 211 with C- or better or BA 211H with C- or better) and (ECON 201 [C-] or ECON 201H [C-])
BA 240H, FINANCE, 4 Credits
Introduces basic tools of finance and applications of financial theory in use today. These tools include rates of return, the time value of money, those that can be applied to capital budgeting decisions, and the logic and fundamentals of financial statements. Designed to enhance a student’s approach to financial decision-making and emphasizes quantitative approaches to decision making. Introduces students to equity and debt markets and securities, and serves as a stepping stone to advanced courses in finance.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: (BA 211 with C- or better or BA 211H with C- or better) and (ECON 201 [C-] or ECON 201H [C-])
BA 260, INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP, 4 Credits
Topics include evaluating entrepreneurial capabilities, creativity, business plan creation, opportunity assessment and feasibility analysis, business implementation, new product introduction, and seeking funds.
Equivalent to: BA 260H
Available via Ecampus
BA 260H, INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP, 4 Credits
Topics include evaluating entrepreneurial capabilities, creativity, business plan creation, opportunity assessment and feasibility analysis, business implementation, new product introduction, and seeking funds.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: BA 260
BA 270, BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Introduces and integrates some core concepts from Operations Management (OM) and Business Information System (BIS) disciplines by introducing a process-oriented view of the flows of materials, information, products and services through and across organizational functions. Helps students to: identify information-bearing events and actors, model and analyze business processes, assess and improve process efficiency, recognize probabilistic components of business processes and understand the interactions between human behavior and process design. Hands-on, case-based assignments allow for practicing some principles and concepts addressed in the course.
Prerequisite: BA 275 with C- or better or BA 275H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 270H
Available via Ecampus
BA 270H, BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Introduces and integrates some core concepts from Operations Management (OM) and Business Information System (BIS) disciplines by introducing a process-oriented view of the flows of materials, information, products and services through and across organizational functions. Helps students to: identify information-bearing events and actors, model and analyze business processes, assess and improve process efficiency, recognize probabilistic components of business processes and understand the interactions between human behavior and process design. Hands-on, case-based assignments allow for practicing some principles and concepts addressed in the course.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: BA 275 with C- or better or BA 275H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 270
BA 272, BUSINESS APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT, 4 Credits
Introduction to business computer programming. Beginning computer programming skills and concepts for scripting and console applications using the Python programming language.
Available via Ecampus
BA 275, FOUNDATIONS OF STATISTICAL INFERENCE, 4 Credits
An introductory course on statistical inference with an emphasis on business applications. Coverage includes descriptive statistics, random variables, probability distributions, sampling and sampling distributions, statistical inference for means and proportions using one and two samples, and linear regression analysis.
Prerequisite: MTH 111 with C- or better or MTH 241 with C- or better or MTH 251 with C- or better or MTH 251H with C- or better or Math Placement - ALEKS with a score of 046
Equivalent to: BA 275H
Available via Ecampus
BA 275H, FOUNDATIONS OF STATISTICAL INFERENCE, 4 Credits
An introductory course on statistical inference with an emphasis on business applications. Coverage includes descriptive statistics, random variables, probability distributions, sampling and sampling distributions, statistical inference for means and proportions using one and two samples, and linear regression analysis.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: MTH 111 with C- or better or MTH 241 with C- or better or MTH 251 with C- or better or MTH 251H with C- or better or Math Placement - ALEKS with a score of 046
Equivalent to: BA 275
BA 280, BUSINESS INSIGHTS, 2 Credits
Connect with faculty and peers and explore OSU resources designed to enhance your college experience and success. Engage in professional development activities and cultivate the soft skills employers are looking for in their future employees.
Equivalent to: BA 170
Available via Ecampus
BA 281, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits
Designed to give students an early start on the process of career planning and development. The process involves thoughtful self-assessment, career exploration, planning and follow-through with preliminary employment strategies.
Equivalent to: BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
Available via Ecampus
BA 281H, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits
Designed to give students an early start on the process of career planning and development. The process involves thoughtful self-assessment, career exploration, planning and follow-through with preliminary employment strategies.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 282, DRAFTING YOUR CAREER BLUEPRINT, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Topics include characteristics of exemplary leadership, analyzing own strengths and talents, and developing a plan for strengthening leadership capacity.
Equivalent to: DSGN 282
Available via Ecampus
BA 283, CREATIVITY, CULTURE, AND THE WORKPLACE, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Topics include exploration of students' unique talents; understanding of how teams as well as organizations can benefit from diverse and inclusive communities.
Equivalent to: DSGN 283
Available via Ecampus
BA 284, FOUNDATIONS OF PERSONAL FINANCE I, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. First of four courses dedicated to the foundations of personal finances. Topics include basics of personal finances and resources available; setting academic plan; setting strategic financial goals; budgeting.
Equivalent to: DSGN 284
Available via Ecampus
BA 290, INTRODUCTION TO CAREERS IN MARKETING, 3 Credits
Explores marketing through the perspectives of current marketing professionals. Introductory language and principles of marketing are introduced and examined through real world examples. Presents various careers within marketing.
Available via Ecampus
BA 291, BLUEPRINT - TRANSFER TRANSITIONS - SECOND YEAR FALL EXTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to OSU and the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication. Appropriate for second year external transfer students matriculating to the College in the Fall term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 292, BLUEPRINT - TRANSFER TRANSITIONS - SECOND YR WINTER EXTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to OSU and the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis. Appropriate for second year external transfer students matriculating to the College in the Winter term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 293, BLUEPRINT-TRANSFER TRANSITIONS-SECOND YEAR SPRING EXTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis; Corporate Culture. Appropriate for second year external transfer students matriculating to the College in the Spring term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 294, BLUEPRINT - TRANSFER TRANSITIONS - SECOND YEAR FALL INTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication. Appropriate for second year internal transfer students matriculating to the College in the Fall term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 295, BLUEPRINT - TRANSFER TRANSITIONS - SECOND YR WINTER INTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis. Appropriate for second year internal transfer students matriculating to the College in the Winter term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 296, BLUEPRINT-TRANSFER TRANSITIONS-SECOND YEAR SPRING INTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis; Corporate Culture. Appropriate for second year internal transfer students matriculating to the College in the Spring term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 311, FRAMING YOUR CAREER PLAN, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Course topics are designed to help the student explore different types of business communications and how to effectively communicate their ideas in a variety of methods.
Equivalent to: DSGN 311
Available via Ecampus
BA 312, FOUNDATIONS OF PERSONAL FINANCE II, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. The second of a four course series in Blueprint that is dedicated to the foundations of personal finances for life here at OSU.
Equivalent to: DSGN 312
Available via Ecampus
BA 313, THE ORANGE AND BLACK CASE COMPETITION, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Topics include leadership practices; business ethics case competition.
Prerequisite: (BA 260 with C- or better or BA 260H with C- or better) and (BA 213 [C-] or BA 213H [C-])
Equivalent to: DSGN 313
Available via Ecampus
BA 314, SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS OPERATIONS, 4 Credits
Operations are the processes by which an organization transforms inputs (e.g., labor, material, and knowledge) into outputs (products and services). Operations managers are responsible for designing, running and improving the processes and systems to efficiently accomplish this for production or service businesses. This course focuses on the concepts and tools employed by operations managers to provide their organization a competitive advantage. Topics include statistical tools and quantitative methods (descriptive statistics, probabilities, sampling, interval estimation and hypothesis testing) and operations management concepts (strategies, forecasting, process design, capacity utilization, quality systems, supply chain management, inventory management, resource planning, sustainability and lean systems.)
Available via Ecampus
BA 315, ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING, 4 Credits
Looks at how the accounting model reflects business transactions and events. Students are introduced to both financial and managerial accounting and the creation, interpretation, and analysis of financial statements. In addition, students obtain an understanding of the determination, organization, and management of costs and revenues including management decisions based upon this information.
Equivalent to: BA 215
Recommended: Third-year (junior) standing
Available via Ecampus
BA 330, LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS, 4 Credits
Nature and function of law in our business society. Obligations arising out of agency, contract formation and breach, crimes, torts, warranty, regulation of competition, and international aspects thereof.
Equivalent to: BA 230, BA 230H
Recommended: Third-year (junior) standing
Available via Ecampus
BA 347, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4 Credits
Integrated view of international business including current patterns of international business, socioeconomic and geopolitical systems within countries as they affect the conduct of business, major theories explaining international business transactions, financial forms and institutions that facilitate international transactions, and the interface between nation states and the firms conducting foreign business activities.
Prerequisite: (ECON 202 with C- or better or ECON 202H with C- or better) and (BA 230 [C-] or BA 230H [C-] or BA 330 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 347H
Available via Ecampus
BA 347H, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 4 Credits
Integrated view of international business including current patterns of international business, socioeconomic and geopolitical systems within countries as they affect the conduct of business, major theories explaining international business transactions, financial forms and institutions that facilitate international transactions, and the interface between nation states and the firms conducting foreign business activities.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: (ECON 202 with C- or better or ECON 202H with C- or better) and (BA 230 [C-] or BA 230H [C-] or BA 330 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 347
BA 348, INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE ORIENTATION, 1 Credit
Consists of large-group sessions as well as small-group break-out sessions for each country individually. It is vital to attend all sessions as valuable information pertaining to your study abroad opportunity will be presented.
BA 349, IMPACT OF CULTURE ON BUSINESS, 1 Credit
A requirement of all students participating in a College of Business-approved international exchange program and for completing the College of Business International Business option. The major emphasis is for students to reflect on their experience while studying, living and traveling in a foreign culture and for them to determine how the foreign culture impacts how they would conduct business in that country.
Prerequisite: BA 348 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better
BA 350, THE BUSINESS OF SPORT, 2 Credits
Examines the business dynamics and structure of the sports industry. Considers various perspectives, including professional, amateur, emerging, and global sports structures and addresses current issues in labor relations, media, and the financial and societal implications of sports business.
Available via Ecampus
BA 351, MANAGING ORGANIZATIONS, 4 Credits
A systems perspective to understanding the management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Ethical and diversity issues are addressed as they are relevant in entrepreneurial and established ventures.
Available via Ecampus
BA 352, MANAGING INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM PERFORMANCE, 4 Credits
Diagnoses individual and small-group behavior and develop skill in improving individual and small-group performance in entrepreneurial and established ventures. Emphasizes professional skill development and the practical application of theory and research. Integrates concepts of ethics, diversity and cross-cultural relations.
Prerequisite: (COMM 111 with C- or better or COMM 111H with C- or better or COMM 114 with C- or better or COMM 114H with C- or better or COMM 218 with C- or better or COMM 218H with C- or better) and (WR 222 [C-] or WR 323 [C-] or WR 327 [C-] or WR 327H [C-] or HC 199 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 352H
Available via Ecampus
BA 352H, MANAGING INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM PERFORMANCE, 4 Credits
Diagnoses individual and small-group behavior and develop skill in improving individual and small-group performance in entrepreneurial and established ventures. Emphasizes professional skill development and the practical application of theory and research. Integrates concepts of ethics, diversity and cross-cultural relations.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: (COMM 111 with C- or better or COMM 111H with C- or better or COMM 114 with C- or better or COMM 114H with C- or better or COMM 218 with C- or better or COMM 218H with C- or better) and (WR 222 [C-] or WR 323 [C-] or WR 327 [C-] or WR 327H [C-] or HC 199 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 352
BA 354, ^MANAGING ETHICS AND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, 4 Credits
Introduces contemporary issues that business professionals face making ethical and socially responsible decisions in an increasingly fast-paced, transparent, and global environment.
Attributes: CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Course
Prerequisite: (COMM 111 with C- or better or COMM 111H with C- or better or COMM 114 with C- or better or COMM 114H with C- or better or COMM 218 with C- or better or COMM 218H with C- or better) and (WR 222 [C-] or WR 323 [C-] or WR 327 [C-] or WR 327H [C-] or HC 199 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 354H, MGMT 459
Available via Ecampus
BA 354H, ^MANAGING ETHICS AND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, 4 Credits
Introduces contemporary issues that business professionals face making ethical and socially responsible decisions in an increasingly fast-paced, transparent, and global environment.
Attributes: CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Course; HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: (COMM 111 with C- or better or COMM 111H with C- or better or COMM 114 with C- or better or COMM 114H with C- or better or COMM 218 with C- or better or COMM 218H with C- or better) and (WR 222 [C-] or WR 323 [C-] or WR 327 [C-] or WR 327H [C-] or HC 199 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 354, MGMT 459
BA 357, OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Provides an overview of the functional activities necessary for the creation/delivery of goods and services. Topics covered include productivity; strategy in a global business environment; project management; quality management; location and layout strategies; supply chain and inventory management; material requirements planning; JIT; work-place safety; maintenance and reliability; sourcing and sustainability.
Prerequisite: BA 270 with C- or better or BA 270H with C- or better or BA 302 with C- or better or BA 302H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 357H
Recommended: Good working knowledge of Excel applications
Available via Ecampus
BA 357H, OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Provides an overview of the functional activities necessary for the creation/delivery of goods and services. Topics covered include productivity; strategy in a global business environment; project management; quality management; location and layout strategies; supply chain and inventory management; material requirements planning; JIT; work-place safety; maintenance and reliability; sourcing and sustainability.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: BA 270 with C- or better or BA 270H with C- or better or BA 302 with C- or better or BA 302H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 357
Recommended: Good working knowledge of Excel applications
BA 360, INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Explore the issues facing a financial manager in new business ventures, small businesses, and corporations. Focus on the role of the financial manager in business settings, explores the functions of a financial manager in financial analysis, forecasting, planning, and control; asset and liability management; capital budgeting; and raising funds for new business ventures, small businesses, and corporations.
Prerequisite: ((BA 211 with C- or better or BA 211H with C- or better) or (BA 215 with C- or better or BA 215H with C- or better) or BA 315 with C- or better) and ((ECON 201 with C- or better or ECON 201H with C- or better) or (AEC 250 with C- or better or AEC 250H with C- or better) or AEC 251 with C- or better)
Equivalent to: BA 240, BA 240H, BA 360H
Available via Ecampus
BA 360H, INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Explore the issues facing a financial manager in new business ventures, small businesses, and corporations. Focus on the role of the financial manager in business settings, explores the functions of a financial manager in financial analysis, forecasting, planning, and control; asset and liability management; capital budgeting; and raising funds for new business ventures, small businesses, and corporations.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: ((BA 211 with C- or better or BA 211H with C- or better) or (BA 215 with C- or better or BA 215H with C- or better) or BA 315 with C- or better) and ((ECON 201 with C- or better or ECON 201H with C- or better) or (AEC 250 with C- or better or AEC 250H with C- or better) or AEC 251 with C- or better)
BA 361, IDEATION AND CREATIVE THINKING, 4 Credits
Focuses on the creative process applied toward business and societal problems, specifically, on identifying and developing innovative solutions to complex problems, fostering a creative culture, and providing practical tools for enhancing individual and team creativity. Uses exercises, simulations, and real-world business scenarios.
Available via Ecampus
BA 362, SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SOCIAL INITIATIVES, 4 Credits
The core concepts of entrepreneurship, using entrepreneurship to craft innovative responses to social problems. Entrepreneurial skills are as valuable in the social sector as they are in business. Includes both profit and non-profit firms that have programs designed to create social value.
BA 363, INNOVATION MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Introduces students to the field of innovation in both theory and practice. Examines different forms of innovation and the conditions under which innovation efforts succeed and fail. Approaches innovation from three perspectives—the innovation environment, invention, and commercialization.
Available via Ecampus
BA 365, FAMILY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Focuses on the opportunities and the problems characteristic of family businesses: entrepreneurship, management succession, transfer of ownership, mixing family and business roles, family conflicts, personnel issues, non-family employees, and outside advisors.
Available via Ecampus
BA 367, LAUNCH ACADEMY, 3 Credits
The Oregon State Launch Academy is an incubator for student entrepreneurs who want to be immersed in an innovative, high-energy environment that promotes the creation, evolution and implementation of business ideas. Launch Academy students earn academic credit for working on their businesses and have access to seed funding, prototyping equipment, co-working space, mentoring and training to help them advance their ideas. Launch Academy students learn about developing new products or services, marketing their ideas, building teams and securing funding, among other critical elements of entrepreneurial success.
BA 368, ADVANCED LAUNCH ACADEMY, 1-3 Credits
The Oregon State Launch Academy is an incubator for student entrepreneurs who want to be immersed in an innovative, high-energy environment that promotes the creation, evolution and implementation of business ideas. Launch Academy students earn academic credit for working on their businesses and have access to seed funding, prototyping equipment, co-working space, mentoring and training to help them advance their ideas. In BA 368 Advanced Launch Academy students/teams will receive coaching from the instructor to move their business ideas forward. Students will secure and engage mentors, complete and test prototypes of their ideas, market their ideas, and prepare to secure funding for their ideas. Graded P/N.
Prerequisite: BA 367 with C- or better
This course is repeatable for 12 credits.
BA 370, BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS OVERVIEW, 4 Credits
Introduce students to the field of information management. Topics include information systems technology, the strategic role of IT, the business applications of networks, databases and Internet technologies, and the development and implementation of information systems. Use relational database models to design a real-world case study.
Prerequisite: BA 270 with C- or better or BA 270H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 370H
Available via Ecampus
BA 370H, BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS OVERVIEW, 4 Credits
Introduce students to the field of information management. Topics include information systems technology, the strategic role of IT, the business applications of networks, databases and Internet technologies, and the development and implementation of information systems. Use relational database models to design a real-world case study.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: BA 270 with C- or better or BA 270H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 370
BA 375, APPLIED QUANTITATIVE METHODS, 4 Credits
Introduces students to the basics of data science and data analytics for handling of large-scale databases. Provides an overview of the main data-analytic techniques and topics including data visualization, linear and nonlinear regression analysis, time series analysis and forecasting, classification, and clustering methods.
Prerequisite: BA 275 with C- or better or BA 275H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 375H
Available via Ecampus
BA 375H, APPLIED QUANTITATIVE METHODS, 4 Credits
Introduces students to the basics of data science and data analytics for handling of large-scale databases. Provides an overview of the main data-analytic techniques and topics including data visualization, linear and nonlinear regression analysis, time series analysis and forecasting, classification, and clustering methods.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: BA 275 with C- or better or BA 275H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 375
BA 381, PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, 4 Credits
Designed to help students transition to the OSU and COB communities, identify and employ academic success strategies, and start the process of career planning and development. Teaches students how to set financial goals.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
Available via Ecampus
BA 382, BLUEPRINT - TRANSFER TRANSITIONS - THIRD YR WINTER EXTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to OSU and College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis; Corporate Culture; Map to Graduation; Paying for College; Managing Professional Career Opportunities and Personal Fit. Appropriate for third year external transfer students matriculating to the College in the Winter term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 383, BLUEPRINT-TRANSFER TRANSITIONS-THIRD YEAR SPRING EXTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to OSU and College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis; Corporate Culture; Map to Graduation; Paying for College; Managing Professional Career Opportunities and Personal Fit; Investing, Taxes, Credit/Banking. Appropriate for third year external transfer students matriculating to the College in the Spring term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 384, BLUEPRINT - TRANSFER TRANSITIONS - THIRD YEAR FALL INTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis; Corporate Culture; Map to Graduation; and Paying for College. Appropriate for third year internal transfer students matriculating to the College in the Fall term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 385, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 385, BLUEPRINT - TRANSFER TRANSITIONS - THIRD YR WINTER INTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis; Corporate Culture; Map to Graduation; Paying for College; Managing Professional Career Opportunities and Personal Fit. Appropriate for third year internal transfer students matriculating to the College in the Winter term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 386, DSGN 253
BA 386, BLUEPRINT-TRANSFER TRANSITIONS-THIRD YEAR SPRING INTERNAL, 4 Credits
Customized entry course for transfer students that provides a 'welcome to the College of Business' component, and Professional Development content, including business writing and verbal communication; CliftonStrengths; Gap Analysis; Corporate Culture; Map to Graduation; Paying for College; Managing Professional Career Opportunities and Personal Fit; Investing, Taxes, Credit/Banking. Appropriate for third year internal transfer students matriculating to the College in the Spring term.
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, DSGN 253
BA 390, PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING, 4 Credits
Covers concepts and principles used by marketing professionals. An introduction to the relationships between customers, products, and companies in a competitive and dynamically evolving marketplace.
Equivalent to: BA 390H
Recommended: ECON 201; analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
Available via Ecampus
BA 390H, PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING, 4 Credits
Covers concepts and principles used by marketing professionals. An introduction to the relationships between customers, products, and companies in a competitive and dynamically evolving marketplace.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: BA 390
Recommended: ECON 201; analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
BA 399, SPECIAL TOPICS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, 1-4 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits
Supervised individual work in some field of special application and interest. Subjects chosen must be approved by professor in charge.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 406, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
Available via Ecampus
BA 407H, SEMINAR, 0-16 Credits
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: BA 407
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 410, BUSINESS INTERNSHIP, 1-12 Credits
Planned and supervised work experience at selected cooperating business firms. Supplementary training, conference, reports, and appraisals.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
Available via Ecampus
BA 411, NAVIGATING YOUR WORKPLACE, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Builds a foundation of financial planning, offering students the tools to successfully manage their career pathways. Topics include: analyzing job offers and benefits packages, negotiating a job’s salary/benefits, strategizing the first 90 days on the job, and advocating for opportunities at work.
Equivalent to: DSGN 411
Available via Ecampus
BA 412, FINANCIAL PLANNING I, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12-course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Continues to build a foundation of financial planning, offering students the tools to successfully prepare for future wealth. Topics include: budgeting for life after graduation, planning for new earnings and income, saving for your future self, and keeping your money and yourself secure.
Equivalent to: DSGN 412
Available via Ecampus
BA 413, FINANCIAL PLANNING II, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Fourth of four courses dedicated to the foundations of professional financial planning so the student can have the tools needed to successfully manage their career pathway.
Equivalent to: DSGN 413
Available via Ecampus
BA 432, *ENVIRONMENTAL LAW, SUSTAINABILITY AND BUSINESS, 3 Credits
Explores fundamental business, legal, and policy issues raised by environmental law, sustainable business practices, and clean energy policies, and their impact on business and management practices.
Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues
Available via Ecampus
BA 447, TOPICS IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, 1-4 Credits
Analysis of current topics in international business. Topics will vary from term to term.
Prerequisite: BA 347 with C- or better or BA 347H with C- or better
BA 458, INNOVATION AND NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, 4 Credits
Examines the strategic management of an organization's system and technologies in support of innovation and new product/service development. Topics include how successful new product are conceived, developed, and launched; the internal and external factors that create barriers or opportunities for success. These and other strategic issues will be explored and applied as teams concentrate on new product development in a company of their choosing.
Prerequisite: BA 363 with C- or better or BA 260 with C- or better or BA 260H with C- or better or (BA 167 with C- or better and BA 168 [C-])
BA 460, VENTURE MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Applies entrepreneurial and innovation processes to new business start-ups, existing small businesses, and new ventures within larger organizations; new venture planning, project management, and productivity improvement. Cases and projects are used to apply concepts and to develop communication skills.
Prerequisite: BA 260 with C- or better or BA 260H with C- or better or (BA 167 with C- or better and BA 168 [C-])
Available via Ecampus
BA 463, FAMILY ENTERPRISE GOVERNANCE, 4 Credits
Explores and analyzes family enterprise governance practices. Addresses the governance of established family enterprises as distinct from publicly-held firms. Examines succession, stewardship, conflict resolution, communications, legal, and financial aspects, estate planning, strategy, philanthropy and other topics that drive successful family enterprise governance.
Available via Ecampus
BA 464, NEW VENTURE FINANCE, 4 Credits
Explore issues facing entrepreneurial business ventures: financial statement forecasting, financial analysis, cash flow assessment, financial controls, asset management, valuations, and understanding funding options at different points in the business life cycle including SBA loans, angel investors, venture capital, bank loans, and going public.
Prerequisite: ((BA 260 with C- or better or BA 260H with C- or better) or (BA 167 with C- or better and BA 168 [C-])) and (BA 315 [C-] or ((BA 211 [C-] or BA 211H [C-]) and (BA 213 [C-] or BA 213H [C-])) )
Available via Ecampus
BA 466, INTEGRATIVE STRATEGIC EXPERIENCE, 4 Credits
Provides students with an overview of the basic concepts in strategic management. Students learn frameworks and models to understand and analyze a firm's external environment and internal resources in an effort to create sustainable competitive advantages. Analysis and critique of conventional conceptions of business ethics. Evaluation of ethical issues involving businesses at firm, national, and international levels.
Prerequisite: ((BA 240 with C- or better or BA 240H with C- or better or BA 360 with C- or better or BA 360H with C- or better) and (BA 352 [C-] or BA 352H [C-]) and (BA 357 [C-] or BA 357H [C-]) and (BA 223 [C-] or BA 223H [C-] or BA 390 [C-] or BA 390H [C-]))
Equivalent to: BA 466H
Available via Ecampus
BA 466H, INTEGRATIVE STRATEGIC EXPERIENCE, 4 Credits
Provides students with an overview of the basic concepts in strategic management. Students learn frameworks and models to understand and analyze a firm's external environment and internal resources in an effort to create sustainable competitive advantages. Analysis and critique of conventional conceptions of business ethics. Evaluation of ethical issues involving businesses at firm, national, and international levels.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: ((BA 240 with C- or better or BA 240H with C- or better or BA 360 with C- or better or BA 360H with C- or better) and (BA 352 [C-] or BA 352H [C-]) and (BA 357 [C-] or BA 357H [C-]) and (BA 223 [C-] or BA 223H [C-] or BA 390 [C-] or BA 390H [C-]))
Equivalent to: BA 466
BA 467, NEW VENTURE LABORATORY, 4 Credits
Develop a complete business plan including product specs with prototype, financial analysis, market analysis, marketing plan, management structure and proposed financing.
Prerequisite: BA 460 with C- or better or BA 363 with C- or better
BA 468, TECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALIZATION, 2-4 Credits
"Hands on" class in which students will exercise commercialization concepts on recently awarded Oregon State University patents or individual commercialization projects. Students will learn a process and tools to assess the business viability of a technical idea, and to develop the best business approach for commercialization.
Prerequisite: BA 363 with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 468X
This course is repeatable for 8 credits.
BA 483, BUSINESS ANALYTICS, 4 Credits
Presents how organizations can successfully "collect, evaluate and apply information" for better decision making. Technologies such as transaction processing systems, RFID, weblogs, social networks, website usage, and online communities have the potential to reveal market trends, suppliers' preferences, and competitors' next moves. The success of an organization largely depends on its ability to take advantage of those data sets that are already available to it.
Prerequisite: (BA 371 with C- or better or BIS 371 with C- or better) and (BA 479 [C-] or BIS 471 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 481, BANA 370
BA 499, SPECIAL TOPICS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, 1-4 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
Available via Ecampus
BA 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 502, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 32 credits.
BA 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 999 credits.
BA 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 506, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
Available via Ecampus
BA 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 510, BUSINESS INTERNSHIP, 1-6 Credits
Planned and supervised work experience at selected cooperating business firms. Supplementary training, conferences, reports, and appraisals.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 512, BUSINESS ANALYSIS AND COMMUNICATION, 6 Credits
Students will be guided through a process of determining business issues or challenges given specific situations, providing reasons/justifications why these are important, proposing solutions to the identified business problems, and communicating this analysis through in-class discussions and writing.
Recommended: ALS 162 with a minimum grade of B
BA 513, BUSINESS LEGAL ENVIRONMENT, 3 Credits
Provides the essential legal foundation for business managers in companies operating in the U.S. Effective strategies for managers to prevent and resolve legal disputes will be stressed. Topics include legal issues related to corporate forms, creating and enforcing contracts, reducing exposure to tort liability and the role of employees as agents of a business.
Available via Ecampus
BA 514, OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Provides a foundation for business managers in statistics and operations management. Emphasis on quantitative tools for sampling, interval estimation and hypothesis testing as well as operations management concepts for processes, quality systems, supply chain management, inventory management, resource planning, and sustainable lean systems.
Recommended: College algebra (including probabilities).
Available via Ecampus
BA 515, MANAGERIAL DECISION TOOLS, 3 Credits
Develop business management skills by learning the principles of managerial and financial accounting. Emphasis will be placed on understanding financial statements, cost analysis, and funding decisions. Focuses on integrating the theoretical framework of accounting and finance with the “hands on” technical skills needed to evaluate financial decisions within an organization.
Recommended: College algebra.
Available via Ecampus
BA 516, CREATING VALUE IN EXCHANGE, 3 Credits
A graduate-level survey course that provides a foundation for business managers in the concepts of marketing. The student will develop an understanding of marketing principles and an awareness of marketing challenges.
Recommended: Microeconomics
Available via Ecampus
BA 517, MARKETS AND VALUATION, 3 Credits
Introduces students to the basic questions facing a financial manager and the tools a financial manager uses to find answers to these questions. Introduces the basic tools of finance and applications of financial theory in use today. Students will be introduced to legal, ethical, technology, and global issues facing a financial manager. The course is designed to enhance a student's approach to financial decision making and emphasizes technical analysis and quantitative approaches to decision making.
Available via Ecampus
BA 518, ADOPTING THE ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET, 3 Credits
Introduces the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and innovation, and exposes the concepts, practice, and tools of the entrepreneurial world.
Available via Ecampus
BA 528, FINANCIAL AND COST ANALYSIS, 3 Credits
Analysis of the balance sheet and income statement to determine profitability, risk, and rate of return; preparation of pro forma financial statements; cost measurement for products, projects, jobs, customers, and markets; strategic cost decision making for pricing and resource allocation.
Recommended: BA 213 with a grade of C- or higher
Available via Ecampus
BA 531, BUSINESS LAW - TECHNOLOGY/NEW VENTURES, 3 Credits
An integrative course on managing legal and ethical issues for new ventures. Focuses on business law for founders of start-up companies including formation of new business entities, protecting intellectual property, workforce management and global issues. Topics presented from an entrepreneurial perspective and include technology law, e-commerce law and government regulation. Students develop skills to identify and resolve legal and ethical issues, deal with administrative agencies, and proactively manage legal liability. Considerations of ethics and corporate responsibility are emphasized.
Recommended: BA 230 or BA 330 or BA 513 with a minimum grade of B-
BA 532, ENVIRONMENTAL LAW, SUSTAINABILITY, AND BUSINESS, 3 Credits
Explores fundamental business, legal, and policy issues raised by environmental law, sustainable business practices, and clean energy policies, and their impact on business and management practices.
Available via Ecampus
BA 540, CORPORATE FINANCE, 3 Credits
Emphasizes analytical tools to measure and manage firm value, through corporate strategies such as mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, international expansion, and new venture development.
Recommended: (BA 340 or FIN 340 or FIN 340H) with a minimum grade of C-
Available via Ecampus
BA 543, FINANCIAL MARKETS AND INSTITUTIONS, 3 Credits
Investigates the five major financial markets: common stock, bond, derivatives, mortgage, and currency. The course examines the agents in each of these markets, the rules of trading, and the rationale of the agents participating in the different markets.
Recommended: (BA 340 or FIN 340 or FIN 340H) with a minimum grade of C-
BA 550, LEADERSHIP AND TEAMS IN ORGANIZATIONS, 3 Credits
Explores classical and modern theories and evidence-based research in leadership. Develop effective skills and techniques on leading individuals, groups, teams, and organizations. Apply analysis of individual differences, group and organizational diversity, national and organizational culture to best practices that thoughtfully balance ethics, motivation, inclusivity, change, and organizational visions.
Available via Ecampus
BA 555, PRACTICAL BUSINESS ANALYSIS, 3 Credits
Advanced survey of quantitative business methods useful for aiding management decisions. Topics include a review of basic statistics, mathematical programming, business simulation, statistical process control, advanced regression analysis and forecasting.
Recommended: BA 275 with a minimum grade of C- or higher
Available via Ecampus
BA 560, VENTURE PLANNING, 3 Credits
Entrepreneurial and innovation processes applied to new business start-ups, existing small businesses, and new ventures within larger organizations; emphasis on venture planning with project management.
BA 561, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Covers tools and concepts needed to manage the entire supply chain effectively. Topics include negotiation, purchasing, logistics operations, and applying e-business tools. Emphasis on creating integrated supply chains.
Recommended: (BA 357 and BA 555) with a minimum grade of C-
Available via Ecampus
BA 562, MANAGING PROJECTS, 3 Credits
Covers tools and concepts used by managers to plan and initiate business projects. Computer applications, cases and a project.
Recommended: (BA 352 and BA 357) with a minimum grade of C-
Available via Ecampus
BA 563, FAMILY ENTERPRISE GOVERNANCE, 4 Credits
Builds on the introductory family business management course to examine the required elements of a successful enterprise, a diversified and multigenerational organization comprised of multiple business lines.
Recommended: BA 365
BA 564, NEW VENTURE FINANCE, 4 Credits
Explore issues facing entrepreneurial business ventures: financial statement forecasting, financial analysis, cash flow assessment, financial controls, asset management, valuations, and understanding funding options at different points in the business life cycle including SBA loans, angel investors, venture capital, bank loans, and going public.
Recommended: BA 515
Available via Ecampus
BA 567, SELECTED TOPICS IN MANAGEMENT, 0-4 Credits
Examination of the impact of recent advances in management on contemporary business. Topic will vary from term to term. Lec/rec.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
BA 568, INTEGRATED BUSINESS PROJECT, 3 Credits
The project requires students to complete a business plan, as a means of directing the development of a business. A business plan can help focus a business idea, chart a course for strategic business development, and facilitate setting objectives and creating evaluative benchmarks of progress. To be taken during the last year of the MBA program.
BA 569, ADVANCED STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Advanced integrative case-based course on the process of systematically developing and managing firm strategies. Topics are covered from a general management perspective and include setting corporate goals and objectives, analyzing external competitive environments, understanding business models, identifying strategy options, and designing appropriate organization systems and structure for implementation of plans. International and e-business issues are integrated throughout.
Recommended: All foundation courses
Available via Ecampus
BA 570, INNOVATION STRATEGY, IP, AND NPD, 3 Credits
Enables students who are aspiring entrepreneurs forming new ventures or corporate managers leading existing businesses to understand the fundamental drivers of the success or failure of new products, from the perspective of the strategic management of technological innovation.
Prerequisite: BA 560 with B- or better
BA 571, HEALTHCARE AND BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION, 3 Credits
An integrative learning experience intended to provide current and future managerial, analytical, clinical, and technical professionals in health-related fields with an understanding of the full range of strategic issues associated with innovation management, intellectual property (IP) protection, and new product development. Through the use of conceptual frameworks, relevant case studies, simulations, and product/service examples drawn from the global healthcare ecosystem, explore the effective use of IP to reduce and manage risk, facilitate market entry, and enhance competitive positioning.
BA 572, ADVANCED INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 3 Credits
The development, implementation and management of information technology applications will be addressed. Topics will address the development and application of technology to support linkages within the organization and outside the organization. Projects will be assigned to illustrate the topics.
Available via Ecampus
BA 590, MARKETING MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Provides students with an understanding of how a market-orientation can help firms to profitably deliver value to their targeted customers. Through a combination of lectures, in-class exercises, and case discussions, students will learn how to analyze complex marketing challenges, and make strategic decisions based on established marketing management principles.
Recommended: BA 390 with a minimum grade of C-
Available via Ecampus
BA 599, SPECIAL TOPICS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, 1-4 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
Available via Ecampus
BA 601, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 32 credits.
BA 602, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 32 credits.
BA 603, THESIS/DISSERTATION, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 999 credits.
BA 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 32 credits.
BA 607, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 32 credits.
BA 611, TEACHING EFFECTIVENESS, 1-6 Credits
Provides an overview of a broad range of effective teaching techniques and common issues associated with teaching at the college level (e.g., defining learning outcomes, common pitfalls, assessing of student learning, etc.).
This course is repeatable for 6 credits.
BA 612, FOUNDATIONS OF BUSINESS RESEARCH, 3 Credits
Introduces first-year business doctoral students to concepts fundamental to conducting research in business as a social science. Specific topics may change from quarter to quarter, but sample topics include the academic environment in business, research paradigms, ethics in research, fundamentals of scientific research, constructs, validity, sampling, and analysis and interpretation.
BA 613, SEMINAR IN BUSINESS RESEARCH METHODS, 3 Credits
Provides first-year business PhD students with an in-depth introduction to the most common research methodologies used by current business faculty across multiple functional disciplines. Specific research methods covered may change from quarter to quarter, but sample topics include use of basic econometric models for analysis of archival data, experimental methodologies, qualitative research techniques, and survey research.
BA 660, FOUNDATIONS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP RESEARCH, 3 Credits
Provides a broad overview of the foundations of entrepreneurship research, including theoretical underpinnings of the field as well as some of the common and/or promising approaches to the study of entrepreneurial phenomena.
BA 661, DOCTORAL SEMINAR IN ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY, 3 Credits
Surveys research on classic and contemporary developments in basic organizational theory.
BA 662, CORPORATE ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND NEW VENTURES, 3 Credits
Surveys research in the area of corporate entrepreneurship and venturing, focusing on relevant theoretical underpinnings and core concepts in the corporate entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship, and strategy literatures.
BA 663, STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Surveys research exploring the central question in strategy: Why do some firms outperform others? The course considers a wide variety of foundational and contemporary issues in the field, and while specific topics may change from quarter to quarter, sample topics include competitive and cooperative interactions, the resource-based view and firm capabilities, organizational learning and adaptation, and industry evolution.
BA 664, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Surveys research on the management of innovation and technology in organizations, focusing on innovation as an outcome (product, service, technology, practice) and on the process of generation, adoption, and implementation of innovation in organizations.
BA 808, WORKSHOPS, 0-16 Credits
Workshops aimed at practicing professionals in the discipline. Topics may vary.
Business Analytics (BANA)
BANA 370, INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ANALYTICS, 4 Credits
How organizations can successfully collect, evaluate and apply information for better decision making. Emerging technologies such as transaction processing systems, RFID, weblogs, social networks, website usage, and online communities have the potential to reveal market trends, suppliers' preferences, and competitors' next moves. The success of an organization largely depends on its ability to take advantage of those data sets that are already available to it. Starts with basic IT strategy concepts for the identification of the opportunities for BI solutions, and ends with hands-on experience using Business Intelligence tools to implement such solutions.
Equivalent to: BA 481, BA 483
Available via Ecampus
BANA 450, INTRODUCTION TO SPORTS ANALYTICS, 2 Credits
Introduces the applications of data analytics across all functional areas of sport business, including marketing, event management, human resource management, finance, facility operation, legal services, etc. Explains how data can be applied to improve the decision outcomes and operation performance in talent identification, team performance management, ticket sales, and risk management.
Prerequisite: BA 350 with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 450
Available via Ecampus
BANA 470, DATA MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Familiarize students with the major activities involved in collecting and managing data for a data analytics project, including extracting information from relational databases, mapping organizational requirements into a data design, transforming data into information, and exploring basic concepts underlying noSQL data management and analysis methods.
Prerequisite: BA 481 with C- or better or BA 483 with C- or better or BANA 370 with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 474
Available via Ecampus
BANA 471, DATA EXPLORATION AND VISUALIZATION, 3 Credits
Explores and visualizes data in business analytics projects. Focuses on exploring and wrangling data to discover interesting analysis questions and prepare for other analytics activities. Pays special attention to data visualization methods and their overall place in data science and business analytics.
Prerequisite: BA 481 with C- or better or BA 483 with C- or better or BANA 370 with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 475
Available via Ecampus
BANA 472, DATA AND TEXT MINING, 3 Credits
Examines how data/text analysis technologies can be used to improve decision making. Covers the fundamental principles and techniques of data mining, text analysis, and uses real-world examples and cases to place data-mining techniques in context. Provides hands-on experience with data/text mining software.
Prerequisite: (BA 474 with C- or better or BANA 470 with C- or better) and (BA 475 [C-] or BANA 471 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 476
BANA 560, DATA ANALYTICS FOR COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE, 3 Credits
Case studies, hands-on data analysis experience, and a class project will introduce basic concepts of data analytics, sketch the lifecycle of a data analytics project, and connect analytics to business consequences. Use representative analytic tools to support decision making.
Equivalent to: BA 573
Available via Ecampus
BANA 570, DATA MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Familiarize students with the major activities involved in collecting and managing data for a data analytics project, including extracting information from relational databases, mapping organizational requirements into a data design, transforming data into information, and exploring basic concepts underlying noSQL data management and analysis methods.
Prerequisite: BA 573 with C or better or BANA 560 with C or better
Equivalent to: BA 574
Available via Ecampus
BANA 571, DATA EXPLORATION AND VISUALIZATION, 3 Credits
Explores and visualizes data in business analytics projects. Focuses on exploring and wrangling data to discover interesting analysis questions and prepare for other analytics activities. Pays special attention to data visualization methods and their overall place in data science and business analytics.
Prerequisite: BA 573 with C or better or BANA 560 with C or better
Equivalent to: BA 575
Available via Ecampus
BANA 572, DATA AND TEXT MINING, 3 Credits
Examines how data/text analysis technologies can be used to improve decision making. Covers the fundamental principles and techniques of data mining, text analysis, and uses real-world examples and cases to place data-mining techniques in context. Provides hands-on experience with data/text mining software.
Prerequisite: (BA 574 with C or better or BANA 570 with C or better) and (BA 575 [C] or BANA 571 [C])
Equivalent to: BA 576
BANA 577, INTEGRATED BUSINESS ANALYTICS PROJECT, 3 Credits
Integrates what students have learned to solve industry-sponsored problems. Provides opportunities to design, implement, and evaluate analytic solutions for a real-world enterprise. Student teams examine the data requirements, technical requirements, and organizational requirements necessary for the success of analytical solutions. Gives students the experience of leading and managing an analytical team, much as a Chief Analytics Officer (CAO) would be expected to do.
Prerequisite: BA 555 with C or better and (BA 574 [C] or BANA 570 [C]) and (BA 575 [C] or BANA 571 [C])
Equivalent to: BA 577
Business Information Systems (BIS)
BIS 371, BUSINESS DATA MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Exploration of business data management technologies including but not limited to relational database modeling, data retrieval, database triggers and stored procedures, NoSQL databases, programmatic database querying.
Prerequisite: BA 272 with C- or better and (BA 370 [C-] or BA 370H [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 371
Available via Ecampus
BIS 372, BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT, 4 Credits
Explores how information systems are developed, deployed, and adapted considering architectures, value propositions, infrastructure, and organizational factors. Explores both classic and agile application design and development approaches and tasks, tools and methods of system developers and automation tool users.
Prerequisite: (BA 272 with C- or better or BIS 272 with C- or better) and (BA 371 [C-] or BIS 371 [C-]) and (BA 370 [C-] or BA 370H [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 372
BIS 471, BUSINESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKING, 4 Credits
Provide a fundamental understanding of the five-layer Internet model and its effects on the business environment and enterprise-wide computing. Assignments relate to network administration in a virtualized cloud environment.
Prerequisite: BA 270 with C- or better or BA 270H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 479
Available via Ecampus
BIS 472, INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY, 4 Credits
Covers security risk mitigation methods and procedures such as access control, identity management, intrusion prevention and detection, network and physical security, etc. These and other topics will be placed in both the operational and strategic context of the business. Addresses several IS governance and IS security frameworks within which the various security concepts, aspects, policies and procedures can be viewed and discussed.
Prerequisite: (BA 370 with C- or better or BA 370H with C- or better) and (BA 479 [C-] or BIS 471 [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 480
BIS 482, INFORMATION SECURITY GOVERNANCE, 4 Credits
As a discipline cybersecurity covers software, hardware, networking, systems, individuals, organizations and applicable policies, laws and standards, among others. Given societies’ dependence on the security of global infrastructure and the increasing complexity of maintaining the security of those systems, there is a growing need for an interdisciplinary approach to study this topic. Introduces well-regarded and well-used IT and IT security governance frameworks which can be used to apply and govern security policies and protocols in organizations, and delves into SOC IT auditing.
Equivalent to: BA 482
Design (DSGN)
DSGN 121, COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN, 3 Credits
Introduction to the Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator and Photoshop. Instruction in drawing, image editing, flat illustrations and textile design.
Available via Ecampus
DSGN 199, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-6 Credits
This course is repeatable for 12 credits.
DSGN 226, INTRODUCTION TO APPAREL PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, 4 Credits
Introduces terminology, assembly process, quality factors, and costs in the development of sewn product specifications.
Prerequisite: DSGN 121 with C- or better
DSGN 244, COLOR INNOVATION, 4 Credits
The aesthetics, meaning, and perception of color provide the foundational knowledge in this course.
Equivalent to: DSGN 244H
Available via Ecampus
DSGN 244H, COLOR INNOVATION, 4 Credits
The aesthetics, meaning, and perception of color provide the foundational knowledge in this course.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: DSGN 244
DSGN 253, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits
Introduces career management process. Emphasizes ongoing, systematic nature of process. Topics include self-assessment, career exploration, preliminary employment strategies.
Prerequisite: DSGN 121 with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 281, BA 281H, BA 291, BA 292, BA 293, BA 294, BA 295, BA 296, BA 381, BA 382, BA 383, BA 384, BA 385, BA 386
DSGN 255, TEXTILES, 4 Credits
Properties, identification, selection, use and care of textile fibers and fabrics. Analysis of fiber, yarn, and fabric constructions in textiles.
DSGN 276, INTRODUCTION TO MERCHANDISING MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Provides the introductory knowledge necessary to prepare students for working in the retail industry. Introduces students to the retail industry including basic terminology, industry history, and to merchandising management decisions. Prepares students for more advanced knowledge in merchandising management.
DSGN 281, DRAWING AND SKETCHING, 4 Credits
Designed for both beginning drawers and those wanting to improve their skills. Focuses exclusively on hand drawing skills with an emphasis on technical drawing skills, observational and perspective drawing, as well as imagination and creativity. Students develop a working knowledge of visual methods for communicating design concepts. Class format includes a combination of quick drawing activities, demonstrations, lectures, critiques, and work time on drawing assignments. Introduces the drawings of several prominent designers and artists.
Available via Ecampus
DSGN 282, DRAFTING YOUR CAREER BLUEPRINT, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Topics include understanding and developing one’s own talents and strengths and beginning the initial stages of career exploration.
Equivalent to: BA 282
DSGN 283, CREATIVITY, CULTURE, AND THE WORKPLACE, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Explores students' unique talents and how teams as well as organizations can benefit from diverse and inclusive communities.
Equivalent to: BA 283
DSGN 284, FOUNDATIONS OF PERSONAL FINANCE I, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Topics include foundations of personal finance, helping students navigate paying-for-college resources and aiding them in developing and sticking to a realistic budget while in school.
Equivalent to: BA 284
DSGN 287, STUDIO I: DESIGN COMMUNICATION, 4 Credits
Focuses on design communication through electronic media. Students use AutoCAD, SketchUp, and the Adobe Creative Cloud to create 2D and 3D visualizations and presentations of interiors.
DSGN 311, FRAMING YOUR CAREER PLAN, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Course topics are designed to help the student explore different types of business communications and how to effectively communicate their ideas in a variety of methods.
Equivalent to: BA 311
DSGN 312, FOUNDATIONS OF PERSONAL FINANCE II, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Second of four course in Blueprint that is dedicated to learning the foundations of personal finance. Topics include Taxes, Credit, Loans & Cars, and Investing.
Equivalent to: BA 312
DSGN 313, THE ORANGE AND BLACK CASE COMPETITION, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Strengthens students’ foundational business knowledge, critical thinking abilities, and team collaboration skills through a college-wide case competition.
Prerequisite: BA 260 with C- or better or BA 260H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 313
DSGN 327, APPAREL DESIGN WITH FLAT PATTERN, 4 Credits
Develop apparel using fundamental flat pattern methods. Analyze apparel construction related to equipment, cost, quality, end use and customer need.
Prerequisite: DSGN 226 with C- or better
DSGN 329, APPAREL INDUSTRY COLLABORATION, 3 Credits
Engages in industry lead team project that incorporates the use of advanced 2D and 3D applications.
Prerequisite: DSGN 327 with C- or better
DSGN 330, ^FASHION FORECASTING AND MARKET ANALYSIS, 4 Credits
Forecasting and market analysis processes applied to fashion goods.
Attributes: CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Course
Prerequisite: WR 222 with C- or better or WR 323 with C- or better or WR 327 with C- or better or WR 327H with C- or better
DSGN 333, HISTORY OF CONTEMPORARY FASHION, 4 Credits
Historic analysis of fashion change in men’s and women’s apparel from 1890 to the present. The influence of social and cultural factors upon Euro-American fashion.
DSGN 341, DESIGN THINKING AND PROCESS INNOVATION, 4 Credits
Application of a qualitative, multi-method approach to gain insight into how the consumer experience can be improved within a given context. Application of design thinking principles to identify and develop solutions to improve consumer experience within a given context.
Equivalent to: DSGN 341H
Available via Ecampus
DSGN 341H, DESIGN THINKING AND PROCESS INNOVATION, 4 Credits
Application of a qualitative, multi-method approach to gain insight into how the consumer experience can be improved within a given context. Application of design thinking principles to identify and develop solutions to improve consumer experience within a given context.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: DSGN 341
DSGN 342, INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Introduces the foundations and concepts of design strategy and creative development.
Prerequisite: DSGN 341 with C- or better or DSGN 341H with C- or better
DSGN 343, IDEA VISUALIZATION, 4 Credits
Focuses on the design process through visual communication of ideation and sketching.
Prerequisite: DSGN 342 with C- or better
DSGN 356, SPECIFICATION AND EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE MATERIALS, 3 Credits
Specification of materials for athletic and outdoor apparel to enhance human comfort, safety, and performance.
Prerequisite: DSGN 255 with C- or better
DSGN 357, EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE MATERIALS LABORATORY, 1 Credit
Evaluation of materials for athletic and outdoor apparel to enhance human comfort, safety, and performance.
Prerequisite: DSGN 255 with C- or better and DSGN 327 [C-]
Corequisites: DSGN 356
DSGN 372, MERCHANDISE PLANNING AND CONTROL, 4 Credits
Quantitative analysis of inventory planning, pricing, and control for the profitable management of soft goods; analysis of management problems using quantitative data and merchandising principles.
Prerequisite: DSGN 276 with C or better
Equivalent to: DSGN 472
DSGN 377, RETAIL AND MERCHANDISING ANALYTICS, 4 Credits
Evaluates performance within the merchandising functions of an organization. Develops merchandising plans based on quantitative and qualitative analysis, as well merchandising principles.
Prerequisite: DSGN 372 with C- or better
DSGN 383, BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS, 3 Credits
An introduction to the manufacture, characteristics, sustainability, and use of construction materials in commercial and residential construction.
DSGN 387, STUDIO III: ADVANCED DESIGN COMMUNICATION, 4 Credits
Development of presentation and Building Information Modeling (BIM) skills through various computer programs including Adobe Illustrator, Adobe PhotoShop, Sketchup, and Revit Architecture. In-class exercises and take-home assignments.
Prerequisite: DSGN 287 with C- or better
DSGN 388, STUDIO IV: HOSPITALITY DESIGN, 4 Credits
Study and design of hospitality spaces in compliance with building codes and industry standards, with emphasis on sustainability, safety, and cultural context.
Prerequisite: DSGN 387 with C- or better
DSGN 394, STUDIO V: LIGHTING DESIGN, 4 Credits
Lighting design and documentation for residential and small commercial projects. The commercial projects include space planning and lighting design for workspace and retail environments.
Prerequisite: DSGN 388 with C- or better
DSGN 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
DSGN 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
DSGN 406, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
DSGN 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
DSGN 408, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
DSGN 409, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
DSGN 410, DESIGN INTERNSHIP, 1-6 Credits
Planned and supervised work experience at selected cooperating business firms. Supplementary training, conference, reports, and appraisals.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
DSGN 411, NAVIGATING YOUR WORKPLACE, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12 course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Builds a foundation of financial planning, offering students the tools to successfully manage their career pathways. Topics include: analyzing job offers and benefits packages, negotiating a job’s salary/benefits, strategizing the first 90 days on the job, and advocating for opportunities at work.
Equivalent to: BA 411
DSGN 412, FINANCIAL PLANNING I, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12-course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Continues to build a foundation of financial planning, offering students the tools to successfully prepare for future wealth. Topics include: budgeting for life after graduation, planning for new earnings and income, saving for your future self, and keeping your money and yourself secure.
Equivalent to: BA 412
DSGN 413, FINANCIAL PLANNING II, 1 Credit
Part of Blueprint – a 12-course professional development course series to guide the student from college to career. Finalizes the foundations of financial planning, offering students the tools to successfully outline long-term financial goals. Topics include: addressing debt and buying a home, managing risk and insurance, planning for retirement, and creating a long-term legacy.
Equivalent to: BA 413
DSGN 426, DIGITAL DESIGN FOR APPAREL, 3 Credits
Develop apparel using computer-aided flat pattern, grading and marker software. Develop virtual prototypes to aid in design and product development.
Prerequisite: DSGN 329 with C- or better
Equivalent to: DSGN 328
DSGN 427, APPAREL DESIGN WITH DRAPING, 4 Credits
Develop apparel from 3D form using draping methods. Advanced analysis of apparel construction related to equipment, cost quality, end use, and customer needs.
Prerequisite: DSGN 329 with C- or better
DSGN 428, APPAREL GRADING, SIZING, AND FIT, 4 Credits
Focuses on theory and development of sizing and grading systems used in apparel, and evaluation of garment fit by use of virtual and physical prototypes.
DSGN 429, SENIOR APPAREL DESIGN STUDIO, 4 Credits
Develops individual design projects with the purpose of creating an apparel collection and digital showcase.
DSGN 440, DESIGN RESEARCH, 4 Credits
Surveys design principles, methods and applications in business outcomes. Application of design research is investigated and analyzed in group projects.
Prerequisite: DSGN 343 with C- or better
DSGN 441, SERVICE DESIGN INNOVATION, 4 Credits
Focuses on the impact that service design has on business enterprises. Creative ideation, critical analysis, and innovative thinking are integrated as foundations for service design outcomes.
Prerequisite: DSGN 440 with C- or better
DSGN 442, MATERIALITY AND MAKING FIELD PROJECT, 4 Credits
Focuses on material properties and specifications. Students work in the makerspace to design product outcomes.
Prerequisite: DSGN 440 with C- or better
DSGN 464, CONTEMPORARY HISTORY OF INTERIORS AND HOUSING, 3 Credits
Covers history of interior design from the mid-19th century until the present. Integrates social, political, and physical influences affecting historical changes in design of the built environment.
Prerequisite: DSGN 388 with C- or better and (ART 204 [C-] or ART 205 [C-] or ART 206 [C-])
DSGN 471, RETAIL ENVIRONMENT STRATEGIES, 4 Credits
Examines competitive presentation strategies within retail environments and channels (e.g., in-store, catalog, online, mobile) by integrating the principles and elements of design with sensory marketing.
Prerequisite: DSGN 377 with C- or better and (BA 390 [C-] or BA 390H [C-] or BA 223 [C-] or BA 223H [C-])
DSGN 473, RETAIL STRATEGIES PRACTICUM, 4 Credits
Explores the role that retail strategies play within a value delivery network. Looks at how retailing helps deliver value created in manufacturing and in services. Examines how these organizations develop strategies to attract consumers and also how consumers develop strategies to acquire goods and services from retailers. Provides a foundation for students who plan to work in retailing or related disciplines.
Prerequisite: DSGN 377 with C- or better
DSGN 475, *GLOBAL SOURCING OF TEXTILES, APPAREL, AND FOOTWEAR, 4 Credits
Trade theory and the effects of trade policy, cultural values, and economics on the global production, distribution, and consumption of textiles, apparel, and footwear.
Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues
Available via Ecampus
DSGN 488, STUDIO VI: HEALTHCARE DESIGN, 4 Credits
Interior design project development with emphasis on healthcare design, contract documents, and building codes.
Prerequisite: DSGN 394 with C- or better
DSGN 495, STUDIO VII: SENIOR THESIS II, 4 Credits
Individual design project development of programming document and construction drawings.
Prerequisite: DSGN 488 with C- or better
Finance (FIN)
FIN 341, INVESTMENTS, 4 Credits
Risk and reward characteristics of investments; sources of investment information; domestic and international security markets; investment characteristics of common stocks, debt securities, convertible securities, option contracts, and investment companies; real property investment; economic market analysis; technical market analysis; tax aspects of investments; and investment management.
Prerequisite: BA 240 with C or better or BA 240H with C or better or BA 360 with C or better or BA 360H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
FIN 342, ADVANCED FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Capital market theory and the valuation of risky assets, capital budgeting, valuing the firm's securities, capital structure theory, long-term financing alternatives, cost of capital, dividend policy, working capital management, financial analysis and planning, mergers, and takeovers.
Prerequisite: BA 240 with C or better or BA 240H with C or better or BA 360 with C or better or BA 360H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
FIN 434, CFA PREPARATION, 2-4 Credits
Provides students with structure and guidance in their preparation for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level exam. Students systematically prepare for and are tested on the 18 sections of the exam.
This course is repeatable for 4 credits.
FIN 437, APPLIED PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT, 2 Credits
Hands-on experience of managing two investment portfolios. Each member in the Oregon State Investment Group (OSIG) should act as a financial analyst to analyze a chosen company by performing the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) or Residual Income Model (RIM), the relative valuation, and the SWOT analyses. The weekly seminar offers opportunities for students to present their analyses and offer comments and suggestions to other's presentations.
FIN 438, APPLIED PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT II, 1 Credit
Each student will act as a financial analyst to analyze a chosen company using models learned in FIN 437. Provides students with an opportunity to practice security valuation and get familiar with the tools. Focuses on various measures of portfolio performance.
Prerequisite: FIN 437 with C- or better
FIN 439, APPLIED PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT III, 1 Credit
Each student will act as a financial analyst to analyze a chosen company using models learned from FIN 437. Provides students additional opportunity to practice security valuation and strengthen their understanding of the tools. Introduces ways to develop an efficient portfolio.
Prerequisite: FIN 437 with C- or better
FIN 440, FIXED INCOME SECURITIES, 4 Credits
Provides students with intermediate knowledge of fixed income assets, interest rate and interest rate theory, the tools for estimating values, and managing portfolios of fixed income assets. The course can also serve as a partial coverage of material expected of applicants planning on seeking the Certified Financial Analyst designation.
Prerequisite: FIN 341 with C- or better
FIN 441, FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS, 4 Credits
Introduction of markets and institutions that form the economic system of trading financial and real assets both domestically and internationally. The introduction of concepts of financial theory, institutional detail, regulatory environments, and the history of financial markets. Topics include legal, ethical, technological, and global issues facing financial managers, markets, and institutions.
Prerequisite: BA 240 with C or better or BA 240H with C or better or BA 360 with C or better or BA 360H with C or better
FIN 442, FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS, 4 Credits
Student develop the understanding and skill to use financial statements for investment decisions, credit decisions, performance analysis, and forecasting. Three main topic areas: analysis overview, accounting analysis, and financial analysis.
Prerequisite: FIN 342 with C- or better
FIN 443, PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
An introduction to the construction, revision, and performance evaluation of financial asset portfolios.
Prerequisite: FIN 341 with C- or better
Available via Ecampus
FIN 444, FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Investigation of financial hedging activities for corporations and financial institutions using futures, options, and other derivative securities. Identification of risk attributes, valid hedging rationales, and management of hedging programs.
Prerequisite: FIN 341 with C- or better
FIN 445, INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
International monetary environment; foreign exchange risk management; source and availability of funds to finance trade and multinational operations; taxation planning and control; international portfolio diversification; international banking; capital budgeting; political risk evaluation of performance.
Prerequisite: FIN 341 with C- or better and FIN 342 [C-]
Recommended: FIN 440 or FIN 442 or FIN 443 or FIN 444 or FIN 499
FIN 447, COMMERCIAL BANKING, 4 Credits
Develop an understanding of the banking system in the United States and gain insight into managing the financial assets of a bank. Emphasis on understanding the regulatory framework of the United States banking system, the organizational structures of banks, and managing the financial performance of a bank. Focus on integrating the theoretical framework of financial asset management with the “hands on” technical skills of risk mitigation and financial optimization strategies to increase a bank’s return on assets and equity.
Prerequisite: BA 240 with C- or better or BA 240H with C- or better or BA 360 with C- or better or BA 360H with C- or better
Available via Ecampus
FIN 448, INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MARKETS, 4 Credits
Explores international equity markets; international bond markets, foreign exchange markets; derivative markets; cryptocurrency markets; trading strategies; global financial crisis; volatility index VIX; market stabilization mechanisms.
Prerequisite: FIN 341 with C- or better and FIN 342 [C-]
Recommended: FIN 440 or FIN 442 or FIN 443 or FIN 444 or FIN 499
Available via Ecampus
FIN 450, FINANCING SPORT, 2 Credits
Provides an overview of the financial aspects of the sport industry and examines the mechanisms for funding sports leagues, teams, and venues at both the professional and college levels. Considers the role of public sector funding and its relationship to sources of revenue such as naming rights, ticket sales, media rights, sponsorships, and licensed merchandise.
Prerequisite: BA 350 with C- or better
FIN 460, PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL PLANNING, 4 Credits
Provides an overview of professional approach to personal financial planning. Topics included are client/planner interaction, financial statement development and analysis, time value of money, cash flow and debt management, risk management, education planning, retirement planning, tax planning, estate planning, special needs planning, business entity selection and taxation, economics and external environment study, ethics and practice standards of Certified Financial Planner. Formulates a comprehensive financial plan that best fits a client while following ethics and professional responsibilities.
Prerequisite: BA 240 with C- or better or BA 240H with C- or better or BA 360 with C- or better or BA 360H with C- or better
Available via Ecampus
FIN 461, INSURANCE PLANNING, 2 Credits
Introduces basic concepts of risk management process in financial planning. Involves measuring risk exposures, comparing, and contrasting various risk management tools to manage risk exposures. Risk management tools include insurances on health, life, disability, auto and property. Designed to enhance a student’s approach to Insurance planning.
Prerequisite: FIN 342 with C- or better and FIN 460 [C-]
Available via Ecampus
FIN 462, TAX PLANNING, 2 Credits
Introduces basic concepts of tax planning. Covers income tax systems and ways to minimize tax liability in compliance with IRC. Provides an understanding of how to calculate taxes on various investments and learn strategies to manage tax liability.
Prerequisite: FIN 342 with C- or better and FIN 460 [C-]
Available via Ecampus
FIN 463, RETIREMENT PLANNING, 2 Credits
Focuses on Retirement Planning. Develops appropriate retirement plans for individuals and small businesses. Examines qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, IRAs, and Social Security. Regulatory and tax considerations are also discussed.
Prerequisite: FIN 342 with C- or better and FIN 460 [C-]
Available via Ecampus
FIN 464, ESTATE PLANNING, 2 Credits
Introduces Estate Planning and focuses on developing an appropriate technique to estate planning given a client’s objectives and needs. Legal, tax, financial and non-financial aspects of the estate planning process are covered. Topics include trusts, wills, probate, charitable giving, wealth transfers and related taxes.
Prerequisite: FIN 342 with C- or better and FIN 460 [C-]
Available via Ecampus
FIN 465, FINANCIAL PLANNING CAPSTONE, 4 Credits
Serves as the capstone course in the Financial Planning program. Synthesize and integrate knowledge from previous courses to develop a comprehensive financial plan. Client communications skills covered.
Prerequisite: FIN 461 with C- or better and FIN 462 [C-] and FIN 463 [C-] and FIN 464 [C-]
FIN 499, SELECTED TOPICS IN FINANCE, 1-4 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
Available via Ecampus
FIN 502, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 2-4 Credits
This course is repeatable for 4 credits.
FIN 542, INVESTMENTS, 3 Credits
Introduction to the tools and concepts of security analysis and investments; basic security types, including stocks, bonds, options and futures, respective markets and to how these securities are traded; fundamental valuation techniques and theory for stocks and bonds.
Recommended: BA 360
Available via Ecampus
FIN 543, PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
An introduction to the construction, revision, and performance evaluation of financial asset portfolios.
Prerequisite: FIN 542 with C or better
FIN 544, FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Investigation of financial hedging activities for corporations and financial institutions using futures, options, and other derivative securities. Identification of risk attributes, valid hedging rationales, and management of hedging programs.
Recommended: FIN 542
FIN 545, INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
International monetary environment; foreign exchange risk management; source and availability of funds to finance trade and multinational operations; taxation planning and control; international portfolio diversification; international banking; capital budgeting; political risk evaluation of performance.
Prerequisite: BA 540 with B- or better
Recommended: FIN 341 and FIN 342 and (FIN 440 or FIN 442 or FIN 443 or FIN 444 or FIN 499)
FIN 546, ADVANCED CORPORATE FINANCE, 3 Credits
The second course in the Corporate Finance sequence. Examines corporate payout policies and capital structure choices, choices in debt financing, financial planning and working capital management, and valuation of projects using a real-options approach.
Prerequisite: BA 540 with B- or better
FIN 547, COMMERCIAL BANKING, 4 Credits
Develop an understanding of the banking system in the United States and gain insight into managing the financial assets of a bank. Emphasis on understanding the regulatory framework of the United States banking system, the organizational structures of banks, and managing the financial performance of a bank. Focus on integrating the theoretical framework of financial asset management with the “hands on” technical skills of risk mitigation and financial optimization strategies to increase a bank’s return on assets and equity.
Recommended: BA 540
Available via Ecampus
FIN 548, INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MARKETS, 4 Credits
Explores international equity markets; international bond markets, foreign exchange markets; derivative markets; cryptocurrency markets; trading strategies; global financial crisis; volatility index VIX; market stabilization mechanisms.
Prerequisite: BA 540 with C or better and FIN 542 [C]
Available via Ecampus
FIN 549, MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS, 3 Credits
Provides an in-depth examination of the theory and practice of the market for corporate control, primarily focusing on mergers and acquisitions (M&A). The objective of the course is to provide an understanding of how to structure, value, and implement an M&A transaction. Students will be expected to apply the appropriate tools and skills to evaluate M&A transactions.
Prerequisite: FIN 546 with B- or better
FIN 560, PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL PLANNING, 4 Credits
Provides an overview of professional approach to personal financial planning. Topics included are client/planner interaction, financial statement development and analysis, time value of money, cash flow and debt management, risk management, education planning, retirement planning, tax planning, estate planning, special needs planning, business entity selection and taxation, economics and external environment study, ethics and practice standards of Certified Financial Planner. Formulates a comprehensive financial plan that best fits a client while following ethics and professional responsibilities.
Recommended: BA 540
FIN 599, SELECTED TOPICS IN FINANCE, 1-4 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
Available via Ecampus
Hospitality Management (HM)
HM 101, INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY, 4 Credits
Introduction to the food-service, lodging, and tourism components of the hospitality industry, and the essential leadership and management skills necessary for success in the field. Background information, current issues, and future challenges in various segments of the industry are included.
Available via Ecampus
HM 210, HOSPITALITY INTERNSHIP, 3 Credits
Students are required to complete this internship so that OSU and the sponsoring company can offer a platform from where students can apply the management concepts learned in class and acquire the necessary hands-on experience in a hotel, restaurant/food service and/or tourism industry to eventually qualify for a supervisory of managerial level role.
Prerequisite: HM 101 with C- or better
HM 230, LODGING MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Provides a comprehensive introduction to the management of hotels and lodging properties. Focuses on operations, service, management and financials of the lodging industry.
Prerequisite: HM 101 with C- or better
Available via Ecampus
HM 235, HOSPITALITY LAW AND LABOR RELATIONS, 4 Credits
Provides insight into the laws and regulations governing the hospitality industry with an emphasis on labor relations and human resources best practices. Addresses the general concepts of tort, contracts, liability, risk management, employment practices, licensing and insurance needs. Explores the legal issues that today's hospitality professionals face such as privacy, labor laws, the common law system for innkeepers and newer hospitality products in the shared economy such as AirBnB or VRBO.
Available via Ecampus
HM 310, INTERNSHIP II, 3 Credits
Hospitality Internship II builds on the knowledge students have gained from their course work internship (HM 210). Students are required to complete this internship in a hotel, restaurant/food service and/or related hospitality sector. In cooperation with OSU and the sponsoring company, students will apply the HM concepts learned in class to a real-world business environment.
HM 320, SERVICE AUTOMATION AND TECHNOLOGY, 4 Credits
Students discover the basic concepts of hospitality technology and service automation. The hospitality industry continues to see significant changes in all facets of business due to changing customer expectations, new and cheaper technology, and a challenging labor market. The result of these forces has led the hospitality industry to increasingly turn to automation of basic job tasks to stay competitive. Examines new technologies shaping the hospitality industry and how industry leaders are taking advantage of these new technologies to improve efficiency and service.
Available via Ecampus
HM 321, HOSPITALITY TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY, 4 Credits
Technology is critical to attracting, servicing and retaining hospitality customers. The Hospitality Technology Lab course introduces the student to each facet of technology in the industry. The course provides an opportunity for hands-on practical experience with the latest technology. At the end of the course, the student will have a basic working knowledge of Food 3D printers, hotel property management systems, global distribution systems, booking engines, revenue management solutions and other automation tools like Botlr.
HM 325, ONLINE MARKETING AND REPUTATION MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Students are introduced to Online Internet Marketing techniques in the hospitality industry. The course will focus on online marketing, advertising strategies and the importance of a strong internet presence in order to maximize revenue. The course will show how organizations can encourage & capitalize on customer generated content practices to effectively retain customers and generate recurring revenue streams.
Available via Ecampus
HM 340, VACATION PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
The vacation property market is one of the largest segments of the hospitality industry and is forecast to grow further over the next ten years. This course looks at each facet of this market including property development, contracts, management, promotion and financing. The course also explores the additional challenges and opportunities associated with the shared economy such as managing owner relations, homeowner associations, renovations and public policy.
HM 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 4 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
HM 410, HOSPITALITY INTERNSHIP III, 3 Credits
Hospitality Internship III builds on the knowledge the students have gained from their course work and their previous internships (HM 210 & HM 310). Students are required to complete this internship in a hotel, restaurant/food service and/or related hospitality sector. In cooperation with OSU and the sponsoring company, students apply the HM concepts learned in class to a real-world environment.
Prerequisite: HM 310 with C- or better
HM 420, REVENUE MANAGEMENT AND PRICING, 4 Credits
Revenue management is critical to the hospitality industry due to the perishable nature of a service-based product. The fundamental principles and concepts of revenue management covered are capacity management, duration control, demand and revenue forecasting, discounting, overbooking practices, displacement analysis, channel management, and pricing execution.
Available via Ecampus
HM 425, ADVANCED RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT AND OWNERSHIP, 4 Credits
Covers concept development, design and funding of a new restaurant, and best practices in operations and management of a full-service foodservice operation. Intended for students wishing to develop their knowledge of foodservice entrepreneurialism, creation, operations and management/ownership.
Available via Ecampus
HM 430, SERVICE MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
With growing access to information and alternative products, customers can choose where to do business based on the level of service they receive. This course will study and analyze service delivery systems for the hospitality industry with particular emphasis on implementing a consumer driven quality service program. This course will review customer service philosophy and techniques. Quality issues, service design and delivery, customer interaction systems, complaint handling and service recovery are also addressed.
Available via Ecampus
HM 470, ^ADVANCED HOSPITALITY, 4 Credits
Capstone course for the hospitality management degree. Provides students with an in-depth understanding of the importance of core competencies in the hospitality and tourism industry. A broader interpretation of the hospitality industry is gained and the student will discover new and innovative practices within the industry. Students will apply the knowledge gained in this course and the program as a whole to a capstone project with an industry partner.
Attributes: CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Course
Available via Ecampus
Management (MGMT)
MGMT 364, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Covers the tools available to project managers, the human and organizational dimensions in different project environments, some computer applications, cases, and a project.
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Equivalent to: MGMT 364H
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 364H, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Covers the tools available to project managers, the human and organizational dimensions in different project environments, some computer applications, cases, and a project.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Equivalent to: MGMT 364
MGMT 446, CROSS-CULTURAL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Builds a comprehensive understanding of cross-cultural management issues including leading culturally diverse workforces and managing diversity in the workplace. Emphasizes theoretical foundations and best practices to address regarding global work practices, and related practical applications.
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 448, EMPLOYEE RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION, 4 Credits
Provides in-depth coverage of best practices pertaining to the process of attracting, selecting, and hiring new employees in modern organizations. Emphasizes recruitment tactics, legal issues related to staffing, the criteria organizations use to make hiring decisions, and the strengths and weaknesses of various techniques used to evaluate prospective applicants throughout the selection process. Considers implications for the organization, the hiring manager, and the job-seeker.
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 449, COMPENSATION MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Understands and designs methods of compensation aimed at motivating and rewarding employee contributions to the organization. Covers employee contributions including behavior, skills and goods/services that employees produce as individuals, teams, business units, projects or organizations. Topics include pay strategies and structures, performance measurement and evaluation, and various non-salary incentives.
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 450, INTRODUCTION TO MENTORING AND COACHING, 4 Credits
Explores the theory and evidence associated with mentoring and coaching. Develop coaching and mentoring skills. Apply evidence-based coaching and mentoring processes as a means to improve developmental relationships and enhance self-development.
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 452, LEADERSHIP, 4 Credits
In-depth study of leadership research, theory and skills. Emphasis on analysis of organizational leadership situations and application of leadership skills in the workplace.
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 453, HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Personnel administration for line supervisors and managers. Integrates systems approach to understanding government regulation of employment, resolution of workplace personnel problems, and performance-based personnel management.
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 455, INFLUENCE AND NEGOTIATION, 4 Credits
Focuses on analysis, skill development and application of management research to real-life organizational influence, persuasion, negotiation and conflict management situations.
Prerequisite: BA 351 with C or better or BA 352 with C or better or BA 352H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 477, INTEGRATED HUMAN RESOURCE ANALYTICS PROJECT, 4 Credits
Integrate what you have learned to solve industry-sponsored problems. Provides opportunities to design, implement, and evaluate analytic solutions for a real-world enterprise. Student teams will examine the data requirements, technical requirements, and organizational requirements necessary for the success of analytical solutions. Provides real-world case studies that examine the role of analytics in an organization. Special emphasis will be given to the implementation and leadership of the analytical function in an enterprise.
Prerequisite: (BA 474 with C- or better or BANA 470 with C- or better) and (BA 475 [C-] or BANA 471 [C-])
MGMT 499, SELECTED TOPICS IN MANAGEMENT, 1-4 Credits
Examination of the impact of recent advances in management on contemporary business. Topic will vary from term to term.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
MGMT 546, CROSS-CULTURAL MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Develop comprehensive skills to navigate and manage cross-cultural management issues, leveraging best practices for a globalized era. Based on recent evidence-based research, (1) identify the role of culture and its influence on employee behavior at intercultural work settings; (2) develop a perspective to explore the challenges modern organizations face when leading and managing globalizing employees and (3) develop a capacity to effectively manage diverse workforces in cross-cultural settings by enhanced cultural awareness of, and adaptability for different cultures and business norms.
Prerequisite: BA 550 with B- or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 548, EMPLOYEE RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION, 4 Credits
Provides in-depth coverage of best practices pertaining to the process of attracting, selecting, and hiring new employees in modern organizations. Emphasizes recruitment tactics, legal issues related to staffing, the criteria organizations use to make hiring decisions, and the strengths and weaknesses of various techniques used to evaluate prospective applicants throughout the selection process. Considers implications for the organization, the hiring manager, and the job-seeker.
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 549, COMPENSATION MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Understands and designs methods of compensation aimed at motivating and rewarding employee contributions to the organization. Covers employee contributions including behavior, skills and goods/services that employees produce as individuals, teams, business units, projects or organizations. Topics include pay strategies and structures, performance measurement and evaluation, and various non-salary incentives.
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 552, ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR, 3 Credits
Provides evidence-based study of human behavior within organizations with the goal of applying theories of human behavior to effective organizational administration. Topics include understanding individual differences, employee motivation, job design, the evaluation and motivation of employees, group dynamics and team management, effective communications, conflict management, employee stress, and work-life balance.
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 553, HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Personnel administration for line supervisors and managers. Integrates systems approach to understanding government regulation of employment, resolution of workplace personnel problems, and performance-based personnel management.
Recommended: BA 351 or BA 352 with a minimum grade of C
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 555, INFLUENCE AND NEGOTIATION, 4 Credits
Focuses on analysis, skill development and application of management research to real life organizational influence, persuasion, negotiation and conflict management situations.
Equivalent to: MGMT 574
Recommended: BA 516
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 559, MANAGING ETHICS AND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, 3 Credits
Introduces students to contemporary issues managers face making ethical and socially-responsible decisions in an increasingly competitive, transparent, and global environment. Practical examples and cases, as well as contemporary behavioral ethics research and theory are incorporated throughout the course.
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 572, STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Examines the theories of human resource management, the legal requirements for human resource practices, and how to create an HR measurement system that aligns with an organization’s strategy.
Prerequisite: BA 550 with B- or better
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 574, NEGOTIATIONS, 3 Credits
Learn the theories of negotiation and the techniques to develop an effective negotiation style.
Equivalent to: MGMT 555
Recommended: BA 516 with a minimum grade of C-
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 576, INTEGRATIVE CAPSTONE, 3 Credits
Identifies, recommends appropriate solutions, and creates an implementation plan for the best alternative solution. Integrates at least two fields of study (e.g., marketing and finance) to demonstrate competence within those fields. Provides real value to the student as a learning process and to the sponsoring organization as a final result.
Available via Ecampus
MGMT 650, ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR, 3 Credits
Surveys research on individual differences, psychological states, and team processes related to work motivation, decision-making and performance.
Marketing (MRKT)
MRKT 323, ADVANCED APPLICATION OF MARKETING PRINCIPLES, 4 Credits
Develop an understanding of how a market-orientation can help firms to profitably deliver value to targeted customers. Through a combination of case discussions, preparation of a client project, lectures and in-class activities, analyze complex marketing challenges; make strategic decisions for products, services, and brands, based on marketing principles; and persuasively communicate decisions.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 396, FUNDAMENTALS OF MARKETING RESEARCH, 4 Credits
Introduction to the fundamentals of market research. Provides a basic understanding of marketing research and relevant decisions in the process.
Prerequisite: (BA 275 with C- or better or BA 275H with C- or better or ST 202 with C- or better) and (BA 223 [C] or BA 223H [C] or BA 390 [C] or BA 390H [C])
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 451, SPORTS MARKETING, 2 Credits
Explores the complex and diverse nature of sports marketing. Applies fundamental marketing concepts to the sports industry, including the marketing mix, consumer behavior, segmentation analysis, and assessment of marketing programs specific to sports. Guidelines for the formulation of marketing goals and strategies are included.
Prerequisite: BA 350 with C- or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 452, SPORTS SPONSORSHIP, 2 Credits
Considers the relation between sports and corporate sponsorship programs. Focuses on alignment marketing issues, strategic communication through sponsorship, sponsor value, and sponsorship evaluation.
Prerequisite: MRKT 451 with C- or better
MRKT 477, INTEGRATED MARKETING ANALYTICS PROJECT, 4 Credits
Integrate what you have learned to solve industry-sponsored problems. Provides opportunities to design, implement, and evaluate analytic solutions for a real-world enterprise. Student teams will examine the data requirements, technical requirements, and organizational requirements necessary for the success of analytical solutions. Provides real-world case studies that examine the role of analytics in an organization. Special emphasis will be given to the implementation and leadership of the analytical function in an enterprise.
Prerequisite: (BA 474 with C- or better or BANA 470 with C- or better) and (BA 475 [C-] or BANA 471 [C-])
MRKT 484, DIGITAL MARKETING PLATFORMS, 4 Credits
Examines the major digital channels and platforms for digital marketing, theories and techniques of digital marketing, implementation considerations, and associated risks and limitations.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 485, SEARCH MARKETING, 4 Credits
Examines the fundamentals of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and how they can be integrated into an overall marketing strategy to maximize brand visibility and performance.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 486, CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
An integration of people, process and technology. Emphasizes how individuals and companies can gain the return on investment that they expect through technology implementation, service and business process mapping, employee training, customer relationship, customer life time value, technology solutions that track customer data and employee performance.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 488, PROFESSIONAL SALES, 4 Credits
Emphasizes coverage and utilization of principles and theory of personal selling to address sales opportunities in a variety of contexts. Focuses on the use of sales skills by professional salespeople.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 489, PERSONAL SELLING SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES, 4 Credits
Introduces sales principles and the sales process, with a focus on practical application of personal selling skills in any business situation. Content balances theory with skills development in a variety of business contexts.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 491, QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS, 4 Credits
Gain an overall understanding of qualitative research and methods such as focus groups, in-depth interviews, and observational research. Explore qualitative research methods through hands-on learning and experiences.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 492, CONSUMER BEHAVIOR, 4 Credits
Understanding the processes that lead to purchase, so as to improve decisions on segmentation and the appropriate marketing mix for each segment. How consumers and households make decisions, and why different individuals/groups make different decisions. Application of behavioral science concepts at individual, subcultural and cultural levels. Effects of consumerism and regulation also are considered.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Equivalent to: MRKT 492H
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 492H, CONSUMER BEHAVIOR, 4 Credits
Understanding the processes that lead to purchase, so as to improve decisions on segmentation and the appropriate marketing mix for each segment. How consumers and households make decisions, and why different individuals/groups make different decisions. Application of behavioral science concepts at individual, subcultural and cultural levels. Effects of consumerism and regulation also are considered.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Equivalent to: MRKT 492
MRKT 493, INTEGRATED MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS, 4 Credits
Analysis of the influence of marketing communications on the attitudes and behaviors of consumer and industrial buyers. Identification and examination of the major decisions made by marketing/advertising managers in implementing the promotional mix.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 495, RETAIL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Management of retail business with emphasis on strategic planning, analysis, and control, focused on middle- and upper-middle management decisions.
Prerequisite: BA 390 with C- or better or BA 390H with C- or better or BA 223 with C- or better or BA 223H with C- or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 496, MARKETING RESEARCH PRACTICUM, 4 Credits
Provides the student with practical experience in the collection, analysis and interpretation of primary data.
Prerequisite: MRKT 396 with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 497, GLOBAL MARKETING, 4 Credits
Consideration of cultural, political, regulatory, economic and trade barriers in the design of marketing plans for product development, pricing, channels of distribution; and promotion alternatives in a global market.
Prerequisite: (BA 347 with C- or better or BA 347H with C- or better) and (BA 390 [C-] or BA 390H [C-] or BA 223 [C-] or BA 223H [C-])
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 498, SERVICES MARKETING, 4 Credits
Formulation of strategic and tactical marketing plans for organizations (both profit and not-for-profit) in the service sector of the economy. Projects or cases are used to provide a comprehensive experience.
Prerequisite: BA 223 with C or better or BA 223H with C or better or BA 390 with C or better or BA 390H with C or better
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 499, MARKETING STRATEGY, 4 Credits
Identifies and analyzes marketing problems and opportunities. Conducts market and competitive analysis. Implements marketing concepts, strategies, and tactics to achieve the marketing objectives of the business enterprise. Projects or cases are used to provide a comprehensive experience.
Prerequisite: MRKT 396 with C- or better and (MRKT 492 [C-] or MRKT 492H [C-])
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 578, MARKETING STRATEGY CAPSTONE, 4 Credits
Provides a holistic, integrative perspective on marketing activities. Considers how to assess, construct, and apply business strategies to generate and sustain value.
Prerequisite: BA 590 with B- or better
Recommended: MRKT 592 taken before or concurrently
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 584, DIGITAL MARKETING PLATFORMS, 4 Credits
Examines the major digital channels and platforms for digital marketing, theories and techniques of digital marketing, implementation considerations, and associated risks and limitations.
Recommended: BA 516
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 585, SEARCH MARKETING, 4 Credits
Examines the fundamentals of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and how they can be integrated into an overall marketing strategy to maximize brand visibility and performance.
Recommended: BA 516
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 586, CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
An integration of people, process and technology. Emphasizes how individuals and companies can gain the return on investment that they expect through technology implementation, service and business process mapping, employee training, customer relationship, customer life time value, technology solutions that track customer data and employee performance.
Recommended: BA 516
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 588, PROFESSIONAL SALES, 4 Credits
Emphasizes coverage and utilization of principles and theory of personal selling to address sales opportunities in a variety of contexts. Focuses on the use of sales skills by professional salespeople.
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 589, PERSONAL SELLING SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES, 4 Credits
Introduces sales principles and the sales process, with a focus on practical application of personal selling skills in any business situation. Content balances theory with skills development in a variety of business contexts.
Recommended: BA 516
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 592, CONSUMER BEHAVIOR, 3 Credits
Understanding the processes that lead to purchase, so as to improve decisions on segmentation and the appropriate marketing mix for each segment. How consumers and households make decisions, and why different individuals/groups make different decisions. Application of behavioral science concepts at individual, subcultural and cultural levels. Effects of consumerism and regulation also are considered.
Recommended: BA 516
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 593, INTEGRATED MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS, 3 Credits
Analysis of the influence of marketing communications on the attitudes and behaviors of consumer and industrial buyers. Identification and examination of the major decisions made by marketing/advertising managers in implementing the promotional mix.
Recommended: BA 516
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 595, RETAIL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Management of retail business with emphasis on strategic planning, analysis, and control, focused on middle- and upper-management decisions.
Recommended: BA 390 or BA 590 with a minimum grade of C-
Available via Ecampus
MRKT 597, GLOBAL MARKETING, 4 Credits
Consideration of cultural, political, regulatory, economic and trade barriers in the design of marketing plans for product development, pricing, channels of distribution; and promotion alternatives in a global market.
Recommended: BA 347 and (BA 390 or BA 223 or BA 590) with a minimum grade of C-
MRKT 599, SELECTED TOPICS IN MARKETING, 1-4 Credits
Concepts and methods in advanced marketing management practice. Latest theoretical developments and quantitative methods in marketing, with particular relevance to managerial applications. Topics will vary from term to term.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
MRKT 690, MARKETING AND COMMERCIALIZATION, 3 Credits
Surveys marketing research related to innovation. Specific topics may change from quarter to quarter, but sample topics include research on marketing strategy, consumer behavior, brand equity, brand management, and product management, each from the perspective of the consumer and the firm.
Supply Chain and Logistics Management (SCLM)
SCLM 350, TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits
Introduction to the knowledge and skills necessary to quantify the impact of supply chain management decisions on the bottom line. Basic understanding of accounting, finance, production cost, scheduling, and the link between supply chain and overall financial performance. Management of a company’s integrated supply chain using a sophisticated ERP system.
Prerequisite: BA 375 with C- or better or BA 375H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 456
Recommended: Senior standing
SCLM 450, SUPPLY AND SOURCING MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Use of operations and supply chain management to make sourcing and supply decisions in international business contexts. Topics include purchasing/procurement procedures and policy, supply organization, specifications, sourcing strategy, supplier evaluation, competitive bidding, and e-procurement. Global contexts and environmentally and socially responsible supply management are emphasized.
Prerequisite: BA 270 with C- or better or BA 270H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 451
Available via Ecampus
SCLM 451, SERVICE OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Focus on the management of global service operations including designing and managing systems to coordinate global information and material flows within and between firms in a supply chain. Covers planning operations, evaluating system alternatives, designing and researching global supply networks, examining complex adaptive systems and evaluating value stream synchronization.
Prerequisite: BA 375 with C- or better or BA 375H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 459
Available via Ecampus
SCLM 452, SUPPLY CHAIN MODELING AND DECISION ANALYSIS, 4 Credits
Introduce decision modeling and analysis tools with a particular emphasis on linear programming and stochastic decision making tools for solving various business decision problems pertaining to supply chain management. The major goals are to enhance students’ ability to think, formulate and analyze business problems using optimization and stochastic simulation (Monte Carlo simulation and discrete-event simulation). The case study approach, lectures, discussions and computer-aided problem solving will be used to develop and apply the relevant concepts and methodologies.
Prerequisite: BA 375 with C- or better or BA 375H with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 453
SCLM 453, SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYTICS, 3 Credits
Explores modeling methods for design, analysis, execution and integration of supply chains. Introduces students to a variety of modeling and optimization techniques for the analysis of strategic, tactical and operational supply chain problems, including demand forecasting, risk analysis, revenue management, distribution and facility location.
Prerequisite: (BA 357 with C- or better or BA 357H with C- or better) and (BA 375 [C-] or BA 375H [C-])
Equivalent to: BA 478
Available via Ecampus
SCLM 457, SUPPLY CHAIN STRATEGY, 4 Credits
Covers tools and concepts needed to manage the supply chain effectively. Topics include negotiation, purchasing, logistics operations, and applying e-business tools. Emphasis on creating integrated supply chains.
Prerequisite: BA 357 with C- or better or BA 357H with C- or better
Equivalent to: MGMT 457
Available via Ecampus
SCLM 459, SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT CAPSTONE, 3 Credits
Takes a hands-on approach to problem-solving in a real organization. Emphasizes critical problem-solving skills with a topical emphasis on forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain management using a quantitative approach. Applies analytical tools or methodologies to solve business problems solutions and evaluate practical feasibility.
Prerequisite: BA 478 with C- or better or SCLM 453 with C- or better
Equivalent to: BA 454
SCLM 550, SUPPLY AND SOURCING MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Use of operations and supply chain management to make sourcing and supply decisions in international business contexts. Topics include purchasing/procurement procedures and policy, supply organization, specifications, sourcing strategy, supplier evaluation, competitive bidding, and e-procurement. Global contexts and environmentally and socially responsible supply management are emphasized.
Equivalent to: BA 551
Available via Ecampus
SCLM 551, SERVICE OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Focus on the management of global service operations including designing and managing systems to coordinate global information and material flows within and between firms in a supply chain. Covers planning operations, evaluating system alternatives, designing and researching global supply networks, examining complex adaptive systems and evaluating value stream synchronization.
Prerequisite: (BA 551 with B- or better or SCLM 550 with B- or better) and BA 555 [B-]
Equivalent to: BA 559
Available via Ecampus
SCLM 553, SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYTICS, 3 Credits
Explores modeling methods for design, analysis, execution and integration of supply chains. Introduces students to a variety of modeling and optimization techniques for the analysis of strategic, tactical and operational supply chain problems including demand forecasting, risk analysis, revenue management, distribution and facility location.
Prerequisite: BA 555 with B- or better
Equivalent to: BA 578
Available via Ecampus
SCLM 557, GLOBAL LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT: FUNDAMENTALS AND STRATEGY, 3 Credits
Learn key concepts, basic strategies, and decision-making tools relevant to logistics management, and apply them to real-world logistics problems faced by companies in the context of managing their global supply chains.
Prerequisite: (BA 551 with B or better or SCLM 550 with B or better) and BA 561 [B]
Equivalent to: BA 557
SCLM 559, SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT CAPSTONE, 3 Credits
Takes a hands-on approach to problem solving in a real organization. Emphasizes critical problem-solving skills with a topical emphasis on forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain management using a quantitative approach. Applies analytical tools or methodologies to solve business problems solutions and evaluate practical feasibility.
Prerequisite: BA 561 with B- or better and (BA 578 [B-] or SCLM 553 [B-])
Equivalent to: BA 554