A systems approach to the nature of business and its role in society, emphasizing business functions, ethics and values, and the interfaces of business with its environment. Not open to juniors and seniors in the College of Business Administration. F, Sp, Sum

1 credit per semester; maximum, 3 cr. Intensive study and analysis of selected current problems in business. Different topics are considered each semester.

Designed to focus on the environment of international business. Course content includes strategic issues for the functions of marketing, operations, human resources, finance, accounting, and information systems while also addressing legal, ethical, and cultural issues from a global perspective. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Investigation of business communication problems; objectives, principles, methods, channels, media, and forms of business communication; organizing, analyzing, writing correspondence and reports, and reporting orally. Prerequisites: ENGL 1001, 1002 with grade of "C" or higher and Junior standing. (Formerly OINS 305) F, Sp, Sum

Theory, concepts, and process of oral and written managerial communication; organization, analysis and presentation of information in memos and business reports (written and oral); effects of language and media on individual and organizational behavior; role and use of information technology. Prerequisite: 3005 or approval of department head. (Formerly OINS 412)

Planned/supervised work experience in student's major field. Open only to pre-approved juniors, seniors, or graduates in the CBA. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits towards undergraduate degree, 150-hour CPA examination requirements, or as a 3rd optional business elective towards the MBA degree. CR or NC grades awarded.

Exploration of global business topics including history and selected companies. Prepares students for travel in the U.S. or abroad. Prerequisite: Junior standing and either enrolled in or have completed at least 3 credit hours of 3000-level or higher business courses. Instructor permission required to enroll.

An international trip providing students an opportunity to experience global dimensions of business. This course has a fee to cover travel costs and host institution charges. If course is repeated, travel must be to a different country. Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission from instructor.

Various topics in applied business for students not pursuing a degree. May be repeated. Credit may not be applied toward a degree. Grades of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit) will be awarded.

Fundamental concepts and theories of applied statistical and financial analysis. The course encompasses the essential concepts and methods for analyzing operational and financial data to support sound organizational decision making, including such topics as ANOVA, simple and multiple regression, financial forecasting, types of securities, and the proportioning of income, risk and control to manage organizational capital.

The role of research and presentations in business. Investigation and application of the research process, including utilization of secondary and primary data sources, both electronic and manual; preparation and analysis of data; and utilization of quantitative tools and analysis. Written and oral presentations utilizing multi-media presentation tools.

The philosophy and role of business and managers in their social, governmental, and economic environments. Consideration is given to social and ethical responsibilities to employees, customers, the general public, and others; relations between business and government; public regulation and social control of business; and relations between business and labor.

The examination of the process and application of business analytics systems to support decision making in organizations. Prerequisite: MBA program

Individual study of advanced business topics, under the direction of a senior faculty member. Prerequisites: Twelve semester hours of BMBA courses and a minimum graduate GPA of 3.5.