Course Code : BU 105

Course Description :

Surveys the various fields of business. The student will be introduced to the different forms of business ownership, managerial skills, marketing principles, accounting, financial analysis, computer terminology, money and banking, business law and international trade.

Credit : 3 – 3

Course Code : BU 110

Course Group(s) : GE DIV

Active Term : Fall

Course Description :

Emphasizes models of management-oriented modern business communications in the digital age: letters, reports, memoranda, emails, blogs and digital résumés. Develops oral communication skills: interviews, presentations, listening techniques. Includes use of computer labs and relevant presentation, writing and report generating technologies.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

CS 115, CS 125, or CS 195

Course Code : BU 205

Active Term : Fall

Course Description :

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of microeconomic theory. It deals with the behavior of individual economic units that are small relative to the national economy. The course explains how consumers, workers, investors, owners of land, and business firms make their decisions, and how they interact to form larger units of markets and industries. A thorough survey of market failure and government failure also will be covered.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA 130 or higher

Course Code : BU 208

Course Description :

Analyzes the economic, cultural, political, and legal context in which International Business is conducted. It reviews the major factors linked to the development of International Business. The course considers globalization, the economic and political aspects of trade, how countries differ, the global monetary system and foreign exchange.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

BU105

Course Code : BU 210

Course Description :

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of macroeconomic theory. It deals with aggregate economic quantities, such as the level and growth rate of national output, interest rates, unemployment, and inflation. The course explains how the aggregate markets for goods and services, for labor, and for corporate stocks and bonds are formed, what the trade-off is between inflation and unemployment, and how the government develops and implements its monetary and fiscal policies.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

BU205

Course Code : BU 211

Course Description :

This course introduces fundamental principles in financial accounting. It provides a basic understanding of accounting theory, practices, and procedures through the accounting cycle as well as recording transactions in journals and ledgers. The course introduces the basic financial statements of balance sheet, income statement, and statement of owner's equity, explaining their purpose and composition.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA 130 or higher

Course Code : BU 212

Course Description :

This course covers the measurement and reporting of claims by creditors and equity investors; explains business structures of partnerships and corporations; and covers topics such as income taxes and financial analysis. The course introduces the statement of cash flows, its purpose and composition.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

BU211

Course Code : CS 219

Course Description :

This course emphasizes analysis and solutions to contemporary business problems through the use of the current version of Microsoft Excel. Students are introduced to business decision modeling processes to strengthen logical reasoning and analytical skills. Microsoft Excel is used as the basis for managerial decision support through analysis of contemporary business case problems. Students apply the appropriate functions and features of Microsoft Excel to solve business cases. The course also emphasizes oral presentation and written reports on business processes used in case solutions to further strengthen students’ communication skills.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

CS 115, CS 125, or CS 195 AND MA 130 or higher

Course Code : BU 221

Course Description :

Marketing is an organizational philosophy and a set of guiding principles for interfacing with customers, competitors, collaborators, and the environment. The class will cover the fundamental theories and concepts of marketing as well as real life applications including digital and social media strategies. Students will create a marketing plan for a real business at the end of the course.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

CS 115, CS 125, or CS 195

Course Code : BU 251

Course Description :

This course introduces the student to the profession of sport management. Sport as a business is a significant part of the global entertainment industry and this survey course concentrates on various aspects of the field of sport management. Elements to be covered include the principles of sport business and entertainment management in professional, amateur, high school and collegiate settings. Students will be introduced to topics such as careers in the field, the evolution of the discipline and aspects of marketing, law, finance and economics which pertain to sport business. Event and facility operations as well as the ethical challenges in sport management will be reviewed.

Credit : 3

Course Code : CS 285

Course Description :

The course will teach students about the use of computers and business data networks to solve management and corporate problems. The course examines the components and concepts of management information systems in managing information in business environments. The evolution and future direction of current corporate and institutional computing environments will be analyzed. The impact of emerging e-commerce marketplaces on corporate strategies and infrastructure will also be examined. The ways in which businesses develop or procure information technology resources and systems will be discussed. Case studies will be used to illustrate key concepts in systems development, implementation and management. In addition, students will learn how businesses manage and protect critical information and data.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

CS219

Course Code : BU 331

Course Description :

Students will learn and apply ethical theories in resolving ethical and moral issues in sport management. Ethics uses philosophical ethics models and theories to analyze such topics as cheating, competitive advantage, drug use, violence, discrimination, gambling, media, and intellectual property. External and internal constituent perspectives, such as from sports agents, sports media, coaches, participants, officials and referees, spectators, and parents, are considered. Students will analyze and challenge societal values, but also examine personal values to affirm, question, and adjust actions.

Credit : 3

Course Code : BU 333

Course Description :

This course covers the concepts of sport marketing and their execution in sport business and the broader marketplace. Topics include market research, sport promotion, sponsorship, licensing and advertising, social media. The merchandising and distribution of sport and sport-related products are explored. In addition, the role of communications as part of the marketing and public relations mix in sport business is examined.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

BU221, BU251

Course Code : BU 334

Course Description :

The course covers the principles of facility operations and event management in sport business and entertainment management. It focuses on the basic concepts and ideas which are necessary to successfully execute the planning, organizing, publicizing and running of sporting and entertainment events. In addition, the course will address the planning, development, operations and maintenance of sport, leisure and entertainment facilities.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

BU251

Course Code : BU 337

Course Description :

Introduces the techniques employed by firms in raising and allocating funds. Describes analytical tools used by financial managers.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

BU 210, BU 212, AND BU 305 or MA 311

Course Code : BU 350

Course Description :

This course examines the legal environment of business including legal liability and ethical issues in the context of the business and economic environments and in e-commerce applications. The course provides an overview of the American legal system and the legal rights, duties, and obligations of the individual, with emphasis on contract law.

Credit : 3

Course Code : BU 372

Course Description :

Fundamental concepts and basic principles of sport law and risk management used in forming, operating, or evaluating sport organizations, events, and recreation programs. Legal concepts relating to specific managerial functions and responsibilities in sport, education, or recreation. Deals with the risks and liabilities associated with recreational and professional sports. Practical explanations of the fundamentals of law and insurance necessary in the highly litigious sports industry. A focus on minimizing risk in specific sports and the prevention of liability from incidents in recreation programs.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

BU 350 

Course Code : BU 420

Course Description :

Applies analytical techniques and managerial concepts to operations of large-scale business. Within that context, it will highlight ethical business practices and ethical sensitivity in the decision-making process.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

Senior status with at least 105 credits and BU 337, BU537

Course Code : BU 435

Course Description :

Fundamental concepts and essential principles of personal and interpersonal leadership for use in leading a sport organization or team. Leadership topics include leadership styles and skills, vision, goals & objectives, motivation, decision-making, time management, power, team building, conflict, ethics, dealing with change, communication skills, global impact, and diversity issues. Sport management topics include management and operations, ethics and social responsibility, legal environment and risk management, media, marketing and communications. Capstone course for Sport Management major.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

BU 331, BU 333A, AND BU 334

Course Code : BU 436

Course Description :

Individuals and businesses need to manage the processes that drive success, including the processes that bring goods and services to market, as well as the individual projects that are needed in every functioning area of business. This process-management course introduces students to essential concepts in operations management and project management to drive the success of individuals and businesses. Operations management focuses on converting resources and materials into finished products and services and methods for improving process operations to enhance competitive advantage in the growing global economy. Project management includes organizing and managing project teams, project selection, project planning, project scheduling, and project cost management, all in the context of costs/budgeting and risk management.

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

CS 285 AND BU 251, BU 260, or CS 260

Course Code : PS 311

Course Group(s) : Psychology 300 Level Courses

Course Description :

This course centers on the psychology of sport participation and performance. The course will focus on the major theories and concepts within sport psychology as well as the practical application to sport and health industries.

Credit : 3

Course Code : BU 347

Course Description :

Surveys the entire field of public relations:objectives, strategy, communication techniques, media selection, message content, implementation, budget, follow-up and evaluation.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

BU221

Course Code : SO 360

Course Description :

Examines the structure and organization of sport as an American institution and as a microcosm of the larger society.

Credit : 3

Course Code : BU 382

Course Description :

This course teaches practical professional skills required to perform and/or produce radio and television sports broadcasts. This course also addresses the business aspects of sports media, the role of “new media” in sports coverage and the social and ethical aspects of this field.

Credit : 3

Course Code : BU 460

Course Description :

This course examines entrepreneurship as a process, the entrepreneurial mindset and environments. The nature of emergent businesses and how they get started is examined. Students consider rapidly growing companies, including planning requirements and strategies to grow a small business. Small business marketing and process management techniques are addressed. Students discuss and practice entrepreneurial skills, developing a business plan to launch and operate a start-up business. Previously named: Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management, Spring 2019 and earlier.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

BU260, BU212, CS219

Course Code : BU 487

Course Description :

Integrates classroom study with a specific, planned period of supervised learning through paid or unpaid work experience related to the student’s career goals. School of Business and Computer Science Approval.

Credit : 3