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ARCHIVED 2008-2009 Graduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2008-2009 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Human Resources

  
  • HR 616 - Web Publishing


    An introduction to basic Web publishing with Macromedia’s Dreamweaver and Fireworks software.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 617 - Organization Performance


    An overview of the practices, theories, and methods of organization performance.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 619 - Assessment Methods in Human Resources


    An overview of assessment instruments and methods used in human resources.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 620 - The Design and Use of Instructional Gaming Simulations


    Exploration into instructional games and simulations. Selection of gaming-simulations to achieve particular learning objectives and facilitation of simulation exercises. Emphasis is placed on designing and field-testing student made gaming-simulations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 645 - Consultation in Human Resources


    An overview of the consultation process and facilitation skills as applied in business and human resources.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 660 - Career Development/Management Systems


    Case histories of successful career-pathing; mentoring, and other career-helping relationships; concepts borrowed from career-planning counselors, professional trainers, and organization development specialists.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 675 - Leadership in Human Resources


    An overview of the strategic leadership role performed by human resource professionals.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 676 - Guided Projects in Organization Performance


    Guided projects involving the design, development, and implementation of organization performance system interventions.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 677 - Advanced Web Publishing


    An introduction to creating animated and interactive e-learning applications for use over the World Wide Web.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 678 - Guided Projects in E-Learning


    Developing on-line learning systems for educational institutions, business organizations, and government agencies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 611, 612, 616, 677 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 683 - Field Experience in Human Resources


    Supervised experience in a human resource department of an industry to familiarize students without prior experience with the setting in which they will be employed. Field experience. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 605, 610, and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 693 - Selected Topics in Human Resources


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • HR 698 - Seminar in Human Resources


    Trends and issues in human resources; implementation of programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • HR 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1, R10

International Business

  
  • IBUS 693 - Topics in International Business


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of department head and director, M.B.A. Program.

    Credits: 3, R6

Management

  
  • MGT 605 - Organizational Behavior and Analysis


    Structural and behavioral aspects of organizations; factors determining form and effectiveness; applications of behavioral research in organizational planning and development.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: M.B.A. 515 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 607 - Strategic Management


    Principles, issues, and practices involved in strategically managing both large and small contemporary organizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: M.B.A. core courses must be completed prior to or during the term of enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 608 - Human Resource Administration


    Behavioral approach to acquisition, use and development of human resources in an organization; criteria for effective policies and practices.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 609 - The Collective Bargaining Process


    Labor management relations; role of government; contract negotiation and administration; grievance—arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 610 - Leadership Practice and Development


    Leadership as practiced in various settings in society;  individual leadership development.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 611 - Production and Operation Management


    Processes, problems, and strategies related to the creation of products and services.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 606 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 613 - Management of International Operations


    Cultural, social, political, economic, and other environmental variables affecting international and multinational management systems and decision-making.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 614 - Managerial Career Development


    Practical considerations for developing managerial careers in large and small organizations from the viewpoint of the individual manager.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to graduate study.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 615 - Supply Chain Management


    Introduction to the coordination and dynamics of flows of materials, services, capital, and information to satisfy customer demands within a global context.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 682 - Research Project in Management


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Detailed research project proposal must be prepared by the student and approved by the professor sponsoring the research, the department head, and the director of graduate programs in business.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • MGT 693 - Topics in Management


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of department head.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • QA 606 - Quantitative Analysis for Business


    Classical and Bayesian statistical analysis; decision theory; linear programming; transportation and assignment; network analysis, PERT, CPM, inventory analysis, queuing theory, and simulation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: M.B.A. 510 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3

Marketing

  
  • MKT 601 - Marketing Management


    Techniques of planning, market analysis, and strategic design; emphasis on integration of product, price, promotion, and distribution.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: M.B.A. 520 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 602 - Marketing Research


    The role of marketing research; methodology and technique; emphasis on generating information for solving marketing problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: MGT 606.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 603 - Consumer Behavior


    Buyer behavior and marketing strategies; emphasis on research studies from the behavioral sciences.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 604 - Marketing Communications


    Relationship of demand stimulation to business management; analysis of cases emphasizing the management of advertising and promotional efforts in the total marketing concept.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 601.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 682 - Research Project in Marketing


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Detailed project proposal must be approved by department head and director of graduate programs in business.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • MKT 693 - Topics in Marketing


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of department head and director of graduate programs in business.

    Credits: 3, R6

Master of Business Administration

  
  • M.B.A. 500 - Accounting and Finance for Management Analysis


    Foundations of Accounting and finance for managerial decision making: lecture, readings, problems, cases.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to M.B.A. program or permission of M.B.A. Director.

    Credits: 3
  
  • M.B.A. 505 - Economics and Public Policy


    Economic, social, and public policy affecting managerial decisions: lecture, readings, problems, cases.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to M.B.A. program or permission of M.B.A. Director.

    Credits: 3
  
  • M.B.A. 510 - Statistical Analysis for Business


    Foundations of statistics for managerial decision making; use of computerized simulations: lecture, readings, problems, cases.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to M.B.A. program or permission of M.B.A. Director.

    Credits: 2
  
  • M.B.A. 515 - Foundations of Management


    Introduction to principles and practices of management; introduction to production process and behavior concepts related to management functions: lecture, readings, problems, cases.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to M.B.A. program or permission of M.B.A. Director.

    Credits: 1
  
  • M.B.A. 520 - Foundations of Marketing


    Introduction to principles and practices of marketing related to management functions: lecture, readings, problems, cases.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to M.B.A. program or permission of M.B.A. Director.

    Credits: 1
  
  • M.B.A. 525 - Social, Political, and Legal Environment for Business


    Social and ethical responsibility of business; legal concepts, legislation, and administrative decisions impacting business and management: lecture, readings, problems, cases.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to M.B.A. program or permission of M.B.A. Director.

    Credits: 2
  
  • M.B.A. 620 - Small Business Consulting


    Consulting with business clients of the Small Business and Technology Development Center.  Includes participation in graduate student competitions when available.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the MBA Director and the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • M.B.A. 683 - MBA Internship


    A full-time work situation providing in-depth experience in management practices.  S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the MBA Director.

    Credits: 3
  
  • M.B.A. 695 - MBA Seminar


    Exposure to significant business issues in contemporary society from the perspective of influential practitioners and thought leaders.  S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the MBA Director.

    Credits: 3

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 500 - History of Mathematics


    Development of mathematics from a historical perspective. Topics include elementary number theory, probability, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 507 - Survey of Algebra


    Topics from theory of equations, linear algebra, and modern algebra.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 508 - Survey of Analysis


    Review of differential and integral calculus; selected topics from advanced calculus to include the Riemann integral and the fundamental theorem.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 511 - Foundations in Geometry


    Axiomatic approach to the study and development of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 512 - Modern Geometry


    Geometries, to include finite geometries; transformational geometry and convexity in Euclidean space.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 522 - Real Analysis


    Sequences of real numbers, continuous functions, and differentiation.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 523 - Advanced Calculus II


    Differentiation, including L’Hospital’s rule and Taylor’s theorem; integration theory, other classical topics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 524 - Complex Variable Theory


    The complex number system, limits, continuity, derivatives, transcendental, and multivalued functions, and integration.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 530 - Mathematical Modeling


    Topics including design of models, analysis of stability and sensitivity, optimization, programming, forecasting, differential equation models, diffusion, or wave propagation.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 541 - Introduction to Numerical Analysis


    Numerical techniques in root-finding, interpolation, differentiation and integration, ordinary differential equations, linear systems, and error analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: CS 150 or CS 340 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 550 - Linear Optimization


    Formulation and solution of linear programming models; development of simplex method; duality theory; sensitivity analysis; software; and applications.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 561 - Abstract Algebra


    Group theory through the homomorphism theorems; rings and fields through their homomorphism theorems.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 562 - Linear Algebra


    Linear transformations; polynomials and determinant theories; canonical forms; inner product spaces.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 570 - Statistical Theory II


    Point and interval estimation, hypothesis testing, decision theory, likelihood ratio and sequential testing, correlation, and regression.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 370 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 571 - Problem Solving for Actuarial Exam P


    Advanced problem solving by means of extensive review and practice.  Preparing students for Exam P of the Society of Actuaries and the Casuality Actuarial Society.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 589 - Cooperative Education in Mathematics


    An elective in addition to existing program requirements. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Minimum of 9 hours of mathematics at the 600 level with at least a B average, approval of department head, advisor, and cooperative education coordinator.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • MATH 593 - Topics in Mathematics


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-6, R6
  
  • MATH 601 - Modern Mathematics for Teachers I


    Natural numbers, whole numbers, integers, rational and irrational numbers; for middle grades teachers.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 602 - Modern Mathematics for Teachers II


    Topics from probability and statistics to include permutations, combinations, and distribution.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 603 - Modern Mathematics for Teachers III


    Geometric concepts of proof, congruence, similarity, and geometric equalities and inequalities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 609 - Research in Mathematics Education (9-16)


    Advanced methods and topics in 9-16 mathematics based on readings in mathematics education research.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 610 - Teaching Mathematics with Technology


    Organizing instruction for appropriate use of a variety of technologies for teaching mathematics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 622 - Introduction to Functional Analysis


    Point-set Topology, metric spaces,Cauchy sequences, complete spaces, real vector spaces, linear transformations and duals, normed spaces, Banach spaces, Hilbert spaces, 1p-spaces. 

     


    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 623 - Advanced Analysis


    Selected topics in analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 622.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 624 - Complex Analysis


    Holomorphic and elementary functions; power series, integration, and representation theorems; the calculus of residues.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 632 - Methods of Applied Mathematics


    Special functions; calculus of variations; integral equations.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 634 - Partial Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems


    Classification, characteristics, eigenfunctions, Green’s function, maximum principle.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 640 - Numerical Analysis


    Numerical techniques in approximation theory, linear and nonlinear systems, and either differential equations or optimization. Convergence and stability issues will also be discussed.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 541 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 650 - Nonlinear Optimization


    The course will explore the fundamentals of nonlinear optimization.  Focus will be on theory, algorithms, and applications in unconstrained and constrained nonlinear optimization.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 660 - Algebra


    Theory of groups, rings, and fields.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 561.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 661 - Algebraic Coding Theory


    Introduction to coding theory using algebraic techniques.  Topics include group/linear codes: polynomial, Hamming, BCH, quadratic residue codes, and nonlinear codes such as Hadamard  codes.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 662 - Matrix Analysis


    Vector spaces over arbitrary fields; matrices and linear systems; equivalence; vector spaces; linear transformations; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; canonical form.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 670 - Nonparametric Statistics


    Non-parametric tests; the rationale underlying the tests; examples of application of the tests in behavioral research; comparison of the tests with their parametric equivalents.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 672 - Design of Experiments


    The role and principles of design of experiments. Analysis of variance and design concepts. Blocked, Latin Squares, Factorial, Split-Plot, and Nested Design. Regressions models.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 674 - Applied Linear Regression


    Topics in multiple linear regression; estimation of model parameters, statistical inferences, diagnostics for model assumptions, methods to determine the best model, exposure to SAS.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MATH 679 - Master’s Project Course


    Non-thesis option only. Successful completion includes a presentation of the master’s project to the student’s advisory committee and acceptance of the paper by the committee. S/U grading.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MATH 693 - Topics in Mathematics


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-6, R6
  
  • MATH 694 - Topics in Mathematics Education


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-6, R6
  
  • MATH 699 - Thesis


    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • MATH 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1, R10
  
  • MATH 799 - Continuing Research—Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Student must be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 2, R24

Middle Grades Education

  
  • EDMG 510 - Middle School Curriculum and Instruction


    Advanced development of programs, methods, and curriculum for the middle grades.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDMG 588 - Internship I for Middle Grades


    Internship I course of 2 days per week in a middle grades classroom.

    Credits: 2, R4
  
  • EDMG 589 - Internship II in Middle Grades


    One semester of supervised full-time internship in a middle grades public classroom.

    Credits: 3, R9
  
  • EDMG 621 - Issues and Trends in Middle Grades Education


    Explores principles and relationships and assesses current issues and trends in middle grades education.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDMG 622 - Teaching–Learning Strategies for the Middle Grades


    Presents theories, methods, grouping for middle grades; includes individualizing, units, instructional technique, and methods.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDMG 623 - Teaching Writing in the Middle Grades


    Assist teachers in developing writing workshops for middle grades students. Emphasis will be on learning about the recursive steps of the writing process.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDMG 680 - Research in the Middle Grades: Proposal


    Development of a research proposal for investigation of practices related to middle level education.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 621 and 622.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDMG 681 - Research for the Middle Grades: Project


    Implementation of a study for the investigation of practices related to middle level education.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 621, 622, and 680.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDMG 682 - Trends and Issues in Middle Grades Education: The Professional Portfolio


    Current issues in middle grades education to include the development of a professional portfolio.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDMG 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1, R10
  
  • ELMG 580 - Independent Study


    This course is for elementary and middle grades students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the department head.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • ELMG 680 - Independent Study


    This course is available to elementary and middle grades students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of the department head.

    Credits: (3)

Music

  
  • MUS 503 - Marching Band Techniques


    Credits: 2
  
  • MUS 511 - Advanced Vocal Pedagogy


    Advanced study of teaching methodology, physiology, and anatomy of voice.  Emphasis on a variety of styles, techniques, research, technology, and practical teaching experiences.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUS 512 - Teaching in the Private Studio


    Practical, ethical and legal aspects of establishing a private music studio, including evaluation of appropriate pedagogical approaches and materials for individual instruction.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUS 513 - Studies in Improvisation


    Study of significant styles of improvisation through listening, analysis, and performance.  Additional credit may be earned at an advanced level or in a different style.

    Credits: 1, R4
  
  • MUS 520 - Studies in Music Literature


    Historical and theoretical study of various forms of music literature. Only 3 hours may be counted as part of the graduate core curriculum.

    Credits: 3, R9
 

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