May 14, 2024  
2018-2019 Edgewood College Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Edgewood College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Business

  
  • BUS 500A - Mathematical Models in Bus Part A


    1.5 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to introduce students to some of the common mathematical tools used in business applications. The mathematical theory will be developed at a deep enough level to enable students to understand and solve real-world problems, but no mathematics will be introduced that does not have ready application. While these applications are the focus of the course, students will also learn about some of the connections between mathematics and other disciplines and larger societal issues involving mathematics.

  
  • BUS 500B - Mathematical Models in Bus Part B


    1.5 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to introduce students to some of the common mathematical tools used in business applications. The mathematical theory will be developed at a deep enough level to enable students to understand and solve real-world problems, but no mathematics will be introduced that does not have ready application. While these applications are the focus of the course, students will also learn about some of the connections between mathematics and other disciplines and larger societal issues involving mathematics.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 500A 
  
  • BUS 501 - Financial Accounting for Grad Stdnt


    3 Credit(s)

    This course explores the role of financial accounting in measuring and communicating business activities to external users primarily through financial statements. Information is measured through the application of the double entry system of accounting to financial transactions that impacts a company’s resources and claims to those resources. Fundamental principles of financial accounting are explored as they relate to accounting systems, internal control, asset, liability and equity accounts. This course also includes an introduction to the time value of money concepts and to the Intuit QuickBooks small business accounting software.

    Offered (F/S/SS)

  
  • BUS 503A - Intro Bus Statistics Part One


    1.5 Credit(s)

    An introduction to the statistical tools commonly used in professional disciplines. Theory will be explored at a level deep enough to make concepts accessible, but all of the serious computation will be done by computer.

  
  • BUS 503B - Intro Bus Statistics Part II


    1.5 Credit(s)

    An introduction to the statistical tools commonly used in professional disciplines. Theory will be explored at a level deep enough to make concepts accessible, but all of the serious computation will be done by computer.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 503A . (Graduate students must complete Part I and II of BUS 503  to receive full credit for Business Statistics).
  
  • BUS 504 - Legal Environments


    3 Credit(s)

    An overview of the role and methodology of the legal environment within which business must operate. Topics will include a) the essential elements of a contract including mutual assent, consideration, legality, capacity and compliance with the statute of frauds; b) other introductory legal concepts of agency, bailments, sales under the uniform commercial code, negligence and product liability; and c) property law including Wisconsin’s Marital Property Law. In addition, the student will use current technology in completing a legal research project involving the operation of our legal system in the context of its relationship to a current social and ethical issue.

    Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • BUS 505 - Macro-Economics for Grad Students


    3 Credit(s)

    Economics is concerned with the efficient utilization or management of limited productive resources for the purpose of attaining the maximum satisfaction of human material wants. Macro-economic looks at an overview of the economy and the relationships among the many aggregates that can be measured and compared over time. Organizational planning should take place only after studying the macro-economic environment.

  
  • BUS 506 - Micro-Economics for Grad Students


    3 Credit(s)

    Micro-economics is concerned with specific economic units and makes a detailed appraisal of these units’ economic functions. The purpose of studying micro- economics is to more intelligently make decisions. Strategic planning should only take place after there is a thorough understanding of the organizations micro-economic design.

  
  • BUS 598 - Graduate Student Orientation


    0 Credit(s)

    In the tradition of Edgewood College this course introduces newly enrolled students to the essentials of engaging in a learning community balanced in contemplation, study, and active service. The course explores Edgewood values in the classroom, best practices for educational success and basics of Blackboard. Course is only offered online.

    Offered (F/W/S/SS)

  
  • BUS 601 - Executive Communication


    3 Credit(s)

    This course surveys key managerial communication perspectives with a focus on managerial and organizational effectiveness. The course prepares the student to utilize technical, verbal, nonverbal and social-media tools to improve their own communication skills. This course will prepare the student to research and understand the central theories of organizational communication, become fluent in communication concepts and their application and address each of the organizational design components that inform and influence communication (structure, culture, channels, feedback, technologies, processes, costs/benefits). Students self-evaluate and improve prior communication events, generate improved feedback processes, and participate in a group project to evaluate the culture and communication of real-world organizations. The course concludes with the development of a Communication Strategy for a real-world organization.

  
  • BUS 602 - Accounting for Managers


    3 Credit(s)

    This graduate level course is designed to provide insight into managerial accounting concepts with a focus on real-world application. Specifically, this course will examine managerial accounting tools and resources that assist managers with business decisions spanning different disciplines, including human resources, marketing, finance and operations. Standard costing, budgeting and forecasting methodologies will be examined. Financial statements will be analyzed by examining key ratios and trends. Sustainability reporting, which is becoming increasingly more important for businesses today, will also be covered. An entrepreneurial perspective will be provided throughout different aspects of the course, including an entrepreneurship case study. This course is challenging, fast paced and relevant for business managers or those making or supporting business decisions.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 501 Â or BUS 298 Â & BUS 299 Â or UABUS 211 Â or RUBS 211
  
  • BUS 603 - Organizational Development/Behavior


    3 Credit(s)

    Organizational Development and Behavior is the study of both the human behavior in an organizational setting and the operations related to organizational design and development. The purpose of this kind of study is to equip organizational leaders with the insight necessary to develop interpersonal relationships that will build teams, increase productivity, enhance the quality of work life, orchestrate change, improve employee retention, and augment communication. Topics in management including: Perception, Personality and Attitudes, Group Process: Building Teams, Communication, Orchestrating Change, Motivation, Empowerment, Leadership, Organizational Development, Quality Assurance, Performance Appraisals and Business Ethics.

  
  • BUS 604 - Operations Management


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is a study of concepts and techniques relating to operations functions in both manufacturing and service organizations. The primary purpose of this course is to establish operations as a competitive advantage, study operation components of an enterprise as a system, and learn methods to optimize operation processes and resources: people, material, capacity, information, and technology. Quantitative methods of analysis are used to support decision-making in the various operations management activities. Process analysis, capacity planning, queueing models, quality concepts, project managements and process simulation are taught as the foundations of the course.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 605 Â 
  
  • BUS 605 - Statistics for Managers


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is an intermediate-level business statistics course. Topics include the application of One-Way ANOVA, Simple Linear Regression, and Multiple Linear Regression and Time-Series models to business applications. Students are required to be proficient in EXCEL, which will be used for statistical applications.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 503A Â & BUS 503B Â or MATH 121 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 
  
  • BUS 606 - Strategic Marketing


    3 Credit(s)

    This is a course that intends to integrate marketing knowledge and apply it in addressing strategic decision making situations. Strongly emphasizing application, the course is centered around the process of analyzing cases in marketing management with the express purpose of making clear, specific, and justifiable strategic marketing decisions. This course emphasizes the use of analytical skills in making judgments under uncertainty in a variety of marketing contexts, including strategic selling, sales management, new product introduction, franchising, marketing research, and others. It is intended to help students apply critical thinking skills in making better decisions using strategic criteria.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 601 Â 
  
  • BUS 607 - Corporate Finance


    3 Credit(s)

    The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the world of corporate finance. Topics covered will include financial statement analysis, cost of capital, capital structure, common stock valuation, capital budgeting, market efficiency, dividend policy, mergers and acquisitions, corporate hedging, and corporate restructuring and failure.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 602 Â 
  
  • BUS 609A - MBA Strategic Management I


    2 Credit(s)

    Students will develop an understanding of strategy and its formulation, implementation, and evaluation. The course focuses on strategic management decisions and actively incorporates multi-disciplinary elements of marketing, finance, operations, and quantitative analysis. It is designed to help students learn how to identify, dissect, and answer strategic management problems; research, analyze, and offer solutions to crucial challenges facing organizations; and present fact-based analysis and recommendations in oral and written formats to persuade an audience to support recommendations. The course utilizes readings, business cases and real-life examples to accomplish the synthesis. BUS 609A and BUS 609B Â must be taken in consecutive terms.

    Prerequisite(s): At least 7 of the following:  BUS 601 , BUS 602 , BUS 603 , BUS 604 Â , BUS 605 ,  BUS 606 ,  BUS 607 ,  BUS 616 ,  BUS 618 Â 
  
  • BUS 609B - MBA Stategic Management II


    2 Credit(s)

    A continuation of BUS 609A , in which students will deepen their ability and skills in answering strategy management problems, offer solutions to challenges facing organizations, and further hone their oral and written skills through presenting fact-based analysis and recommendations to persuade an audience to support recommendations. Additional readings, business cases and real-life examples will be utilized to accomplish the synthesis. BUS 609A Â and BUS 609B must be taken in consecutive terms.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 609A Â 
  
  • BUS 616 - Business Ethics


    3 Credit(s)

    This interdisciplinary course explores and implements the critical thinking and managerial and ethical decision-making skills necessary for developing ethical organizations and an ethical society. The objective of this course is to design ethical organizations and create organizations of high integrity. Students explore real-life ethical dilemmas and benchmark their organization’s performance with the best practices in business ethics.

  
  • BUS 618 - Managing Information and Technology


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to assist students in learning the fundamental importance of information systems in contemporary organizations. Students will learn about major information systems concepts and techniques that enable managers in effectively using information technology to make their organizations efficient, effective and competitive. Students will apply these concepts to real-life case studies and their experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 603 Â 
  
  • BUS 679 - Business Internship


    Variable 3-6 Credit(s)

    Prerequisite(s): At least six credits of graduate work.
  
  • BUS 703 - Intermediate Accounting I


    3 Credit(s)

    An in-depth study of the theoretical foundations of financial accounting and reporting at the intermediate level. Topics include the accounting conceptual framework, the accounting information system, advanced financial statement preparation (balance sheet, income statement, statement of stockholders’ equity and statement of cash flows), footnote disclosures, time value of money concepts, accounting for cash, receivables, inventories, property, plant, and equipment, and intangible assets. International accounting convergence topics are introduced. The course includes an introduction to Sage Peachtree accounting software. Application of topics through written case analyses and through research in the FASB Accounting Standards Codification is required.

    Offered (F/S)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 602 Â or BUS 298 Â & BUS 299 Â or UABUS 212 Â or UABUS 212 Â 
  
  • BUS 704 - Intermediate Accounting II


    3 Credit(s)

    A continuation of Intermediate Accounting I. Topics covered include accounting for current and non-current liabilities, contingencies and equity accounts; accounting for leases, investments, income taxes and pensions; dilutive securities and earnings per share; accounting changes, disclosure in financial reporting and revenue recognition. International accounting convergence topics are introduced. Application of topics through written case analysis is required.

    Offered (F/S)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 703 Â or BUS 381 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 
  
  • BUS 705 - Cost Accounting I


    3 Credit(s)

    In addition to providing data used to cost products and services, cost accounting provides data to managers for planning and controlling. Today cost accountants are increasingly expected to actively contribute in the making of strategic decisions instead of simply providing data. Cost accounting is a managerial tool used by business to formulate strategy and its implementation. The course’s focus is upon how accounting information can assist managers in controlling the activities for which they are responsible, and how manager’s use cost information to make better decisions to improve their organization’s competitiveness. The course covers the fundamentals of cost accounting, including job order, process, and activity based costing. Particular emphasis is given to current practices in cost control through reports to management.

    Offered (F)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 602 Â or BUS 298 Â & BUS 299 Â or UABUS 212 Â or UABUS 212 Â 
  
  • BUS 706 - Auditing


    3 Credit(s)

    Principles of auditing and the audit process. The course describes the foundation for the role of the independent auditor in the global economy, professional standards, planning the audit and designing audit programs, audit working papers, auditing specific financial statement categories, auditors’ reports and professional ethics.

    Offered (S)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 703 Â or BUS 381 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 Â or RBUS 320 & RBUS 321 
  
  • BUS 707 - Income Tax Accounting I


    3 Credit(s)

    Tax laws and regulations relating to individual taxpayers and the principles of taxation common to all taxpayers (i.e., individuals, partnerships and corporations).

    Offered (F)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 602 Â or BUS 298 Â & BUS 299 Â or UABUS 212 Â or UABUS 212 Â 
  
  • BUS 709 - Income Tax Accounting II


    3 Credit(s)

    Tax laws and regulations for partnerships and corporations; tax administration and research.

    Offered (S)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 707 Â  or BUS 485 Â or UABUS 322 Â & UABUS 323 Â or UABUS 322 Â & UABUS 323 Â 
  
  • BUS 712 - Investments


    3 Credit(s)

    Stocks, bonds, derivatives, portfolio theory, and other aspects of investment theory are considered as time permits.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 607 Â or consent of instructor
  
  • BUS 714 - Advanced Cost Management & Control


    3 Credit(s)

    An advanced course in cost and managerial accounting from a strategic decision-making perspective. Topics include strategy considerations, operational planning, performance and quality controls, variance analysis in accounting information, inventory management and social responsibility. This course also includes an introduction to project management.

    Offered (S)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 705 Â  or BUS 385 Â or UABUS 325 Â or UABUS 325 Â 
  
  • BUS 717 - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance I


    1 Credit(s)

    The first of a two-semester academic and experiential series, this course introduces students to different types of tax systems while presenting diverse perspectives on what makes up a fair and just tax system. We will explore how culture plays a role in the development of tax systems both in the US and internationally. We will also discuss how government uses taxes to influence behavior and promote social goals. During this 8 week session, students will complete the Department of Revenue certification required to volunteer at the IRS sponsored Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites during the Spring semester. VITA provides free tax service to clients in need, generally low-income, handicapped, and/or the elderly. Cross-listed BUS 307 .

    Offered (F)

  
  • BUS 718 - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance II


    Variable 2-3 Credit(s)

    This course includes participation in the IRS sponsored Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, giving students an opportunity to provide free tax service to clients in need, generally low-income, handicapped, and/or the elderly. The course will challenge the student to develop a philosophy on what constitutes a just and compassionate tax system and to understand what the social goals are for a tax system. 50 volunteer hours through VITA are required to earn 2 credits; 100 volunteer hours through VITA are required to earn 3 credits. Cross-listed BUS 308 .

    Offered (S)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 717 .
  
  • BUS 719 - Personal Financial Planning


    3 Credit(s)

    Financial Planning: Designed for those considering a career in personal financial planning or those desiring to take personal control over their retirement planning. You will develop a personal financial plan which can serve as a road-map to your retirement. ONLINE ONLY

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 607  or consent of instructor.
  
  • BUS 723 - Business Law II


    3 Credit(s)

    Commercial paper, real property, secured transactions, bankruptcy, partnerships, corporations, wills and trusts. Case study approach.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 504 Â or UABUS 314 Â or BUS 398 Â & BUS 399 Â 
  
  • BUS 725 - Accounting Systems


    3 Credit(s)

    Understanding current information technology. Topics include accounting information system, flow charting, internal control, advanced spreadsheets and database techniques, information system selection, and developing business requirements.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 703 Â  or BUS 381 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 Â 
  
  • BUS 726 - Advanced Accounting I


    3 Credit(s)

    A study of advanced accounting topics including business combinations, equity method of accounting for investments, consolidated financial statements, various intercompany transactions, multinational accounting, foreign currency transactions, and translation of foreign financial statements. This course is challenging, fast paced and current with the rapidly changing environment of financial reporting, especially as it relates to convergence with international accounting standards.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 703 Â  or BUS 381 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 Â 
  
  • BUS 727 - Governmental & Not-For-Profit Accounting


    3 Credit(s)

    A study of advanced accounting topics including accounting for governments and not-for-profit organizations. Topics include the analysis of organizational structure, strategy decision-making and reporting. Practical application includes governmental CAFRs and not-for-profit financial and tax compliance reporting.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 703 Â  or BUS 381 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 Â or UABUS 320 Â & UABUS 321 Â 
  
  • BUS 730 - Healthcare Marketing


    3 Credit(s)

    This course provides students with the tools to understand patients’ needs, resist competitive pressures, build referral networks, expand market share, recruit and retain top-notch staff in a highly competitive labor market, and more. This course will apply fundamental marketing principles to the growing and dynamic field of healthcare, and give students practical tools they can use in improving any healthcare organization, anticipating future challenges, and engaging in ethical, effective healthcare marketing practices.

    Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • BUS 732 - Developing Self-Directed Work Teams


    3 Credit(s)

    As American organizations move toward the use of self-directed work teams to improve work processes, special emphasis needs to be placed on the knowledge and skills associated with small group processes and leadership. This course, conducted in an experiential format, emphasizes application to real-life situations faced by managers.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 603 
  
  • BUS 751 - Marketing Research


    3 Credit(s)

    This course covers the process of designing and implementing the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data used to make marketing decisions. A mix of theory and application, the course focuses on conducting quantitative survey research to assess facts, attitudes, and behaviors.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 606 Â and BUS 503A Â & BUS 503B Â or MATH 121 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â or BUS 605 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â 
  
  • BUS 755 - Consumer Behavior


    3 Credit(s)

    A course on consumer psychology examining how consumers process information, form attitudes, and make decisions on how to behave. Social influences, global issues, and ethical considerations are all covered, and qualitative methods of studying consumer behavior are applied in order to acquire a more in-depth understanding of “what makes people tick” as consumers.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 606 .
  
  • BUS 756 - Fraud & Forensic Accounting


    3 Credit(s)

    Detecting and deterring occupational fraud are key elements of an organization’s risk management plan. Topics included in this course include the impact of fraud on auditing and financial reporting, the recognition of weaknesses in business processes and control systems, the measures organizations can take to prevent fraud, and the ways allegations of fraud should be investigated and resolved.

    Offered (F/S)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 706 Â or BUS 481 Â or UABUS 328 Â & UABUS 329 Â or RBUS 328 & RBUS 329
  
  • BUS 761 - Quality Improvement Methods


    3 Credit(s)

    The primary purpose of this course is to present knowledge about variation as the basis of management decision making. The principles of Shewhart quality control charts are the main approach in understanding and managing variation. The quote by Dr. Lloyd Nelson clearly states the aim of this course that “The central problem of management in all its aspects, including planning, procurement, manufacturing, research, sales, personnel, accounting, and law, is to understand better the meaning of variation, and to extract information contained in variation.” To bridge classroom learning with practical experience, students will complete and improvement project during the semester.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 503B  or consent of instructor.
  
  • BUS 762 - Quality as a Business Strategy


    3 Credit(s)

    The primary purpose of this course is to establish quality as a business strategy. Particularly, the course will introduce the leadership competencies necessary to lead the organization as a system. Although broad-scale organizational change strategies, systematic approach to improvement models, methodologies to improve efficiency and quality will be addressed, the main focus of this course is to understand and manage the organization as a system. System view of the organization, the SIPOC Model (Supplier, Input, Process, Output, and Customer), interactions and interdependencies, motivational theories and fallacy of employee performance appraisals will be discussed in detail.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 503A Â and BUS 503B Â or MATH 121 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â or BUS 605 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â or equivalent
  
  • BUS 775 - Managerial Health Economics


    3 Credit(s)

    This is a course in applied microeconomics. It is designed for students who already understand basic consumer and producer theory, and focuses on how health care markets differ from other markets. Because of asymmetric information, uncertainty, government involvement, and externalities, the economics of the health care sector and its players (patients, providers, insurers, employers, and government) requires a special analysis. The student will learn how to apply microeconomic tools to study the medical care system and analyze the economic aspects of health care policy implications.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 506 , ECON 256 , or UAECO 163 .
  
  • BUS 782 - MBA Business Internship


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to provide students with at least 100 hours of supervised, professional experience in a US business. Students will have an opportunity to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to actual work settings. Students will deepen their knowledge and understanding of a broad range of business practices. The internship will be supervised by a Business Department faculty member working closely with the mentor of the company where the student interns in order to provide an experience appropriate for the student.

    Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • BUS 784 - Healthcare Finance


    3 Credit(s)

    Study of the financing, accounting and management of the US health care system. Regulations and reimbursement, accounting principles, analysis of financial statements, cost analysis, staffing, and budgeting are examined.

  
  • BUS 785 - Health Policy and Law


    3 Credit(s)

    This course offers a broad survey of legal and policy issues relevant to health care policy makers, administrators and other critical health care stakeholders (i.e., consumers and providers). It provides an overview of the national and state legal and regulatory structure and examines the common law, statutes, and regulations that affect hospitals, physicians, and other health care providers. It explores how health care regulation may help or hinder increasing access, reducing cost, and improving quality. The recently enacted health reform (The Affordable Care Act) and its promise, likely constraints and legal and policy ramifications will be an important discussion topic throughout the course.

    Offered (F/S)

  
  • BUS 786 - ERP in Health Systems


    3 Credit(s)

    This course is about how healthcare organizations (e.g., hospitals, clinics) operate as systems of complex business processes and the relationship to the information systems that underlie effective and efficient operational outcomes. Students will learn about major information systems concepts and techniques that enable managers in effectively using information technology to make their health systems organizations efficient, effective and competitive. Students will apply the concepts to real-life case studies and their experiences.

    Offered (F/S)

  
  • BUS 787 - Health Systems Operations


    3 Credit(s)

    This course explores the complex business and operational challenges of health care organizations including hospital and clinic systems. Health systems encompass multiple functional subcomponents, and human, financial and technical resources are required to efficiently and effectively deliver quality products and services to customers. Students will learn how systems are organized and processes effectively planned, managed and improved to achieve organizational success. The course will also explore how the various sub-functions and processes (e.g., emergency care, pharmacy, lab radiology, nursing service, and foundational operations such as information technology) seamlessly interrelate to optimize care and service quality.

    Offered (F/S)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 503A Â & BUS 503B Â or MATH 121 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â or equivalent
  
  • BUS 788 - Health Insurance Principles


    3 Credit(s)

    This course examines the various private and governmental insurance programs that are common in the US, with attention to the emerging policies and requirements of the Affordable Care Act. Insurance revenue, including private and public policies is the primary revenue source for healthcare organizations. In addition, healthcare organizations purchase insurance for their employees, representing a significant overhead expenditure item. This course examines the various private and governmental insurance programs common in the U.S., with a special focus on Wisconsin policies and practices. Attention will be given to emerging policies and requirements of the Affordable Care Act and the effect it will have on various stakeholders including consumers, providers, insurance companies, regulators, government sponsored healthcare programs, and employers. The course is designed to provide a broad exposure to policy and operational issues that system leaders may encounter in managing a health care organization, so that they have practical knowledge to help identify issues and the ramifications of strategic decisions. The course is also designed to familiarize students with various health policy issues related to insurance for both patients and employees.

    Offered (F/S)

  
  • BUS 789 - Service and Clinical Quality


    3 Credit(s)

    The course evaluates health service and clinical quality from a comprehensive system perspective utilizing analytic tools and contemporary case studies. Data analysis techniques including process flow, variation, and control charts will be studied. A data-based quality improvement project proposal is required.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 503A Â & BUS 503B Â or MATH 121 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â or BUS 605 Â or UAMAT 125 Â & UAMAT 126 Â or equivalent
  
  • BUS 790 - Independent Project


    Variable 1-4 Credit(s)

    Each independent project involves choosing a topic, conducting research, developing conclusions or hypotheses, and presenting a paper. Goals and objectives are set individually with an instructor to allow exploration of areas of individual interest .

    Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.
  
  • BUS 792A - International Study Tour A-China


    1 Credit(s)

    Each year, the School of Business offers students the opportunity to participate in a short-term international travel experience to different countries through two sequential courses (BUS 792A and BUS 792B ). Through the courses, students gain critical insights and valuable real-world experience of global business processes and practices. In BUS 792A, students learn about various aspects of a country’s culture and society, history, cultural values/customs, and social and economic development and the impact of these issues on business practices. Books, readings and videos will be assigned for students to read/watch with class discussion focused on comparing and understanding differences in these topic areas between the US and the focus country.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of two 600-level business courses.
  
  • BUS 792B - International Study Tour B-China


    2 Credit(s)

    Each year, the School of Business offers students the opportunity to participate in a short-term international travel experience to different countries through two sequential courses (BUS 792A Â and 792B). Through the courses, students gain critical insights and valuable real-world experience of global business processes and practices. In BUS 792B, students participate in an approximately 10-day trip to the focus country. During the trip, student tour locally- and foreign-owned companies, meet business executives to discuss business challenges and opportunities in the country, attend lectures about the country’s economy and culture, and participate in guided tours of historical and cultural sites. After the trip, students will write a report in which they analyze and compare the business practices of companies in the US and the focus country.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of BUS 792A .
  
  • BUS 795A - International Study Tour A-Germany


    1 Credit(s)

    Each year, the School of Business offers students the opportunity to participate in a short-term international travel experience to different countries through two sequential courses (BUS 795A and BUS 795B ). Through the courses, students gain critical insights and valuable real-world experience of global business processes and practices. In BUS 795A, students learn about various aspects of a country’s culture and society, history, cultural values/customs, and social and economic development and the impact of these issues on business practices. Books, readings and videos will be assigned for students to read/watch with class discussion focused on comparing and understanding differences in these topic areas between the US and the focus country.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of two 600-level business courses.
  
  • BUS 795B - International Study Tour B-Germany


    2 Credit(s)

    Each year, the School of Business offers students the opportunity to participate in a short-term international travel experience to different countries through two sequential courses (BUS 795A Â and 795B). Through the courses, students gain critical insights and valuable real-world experience of global business processes and practices. In BUS 795B, students participate in an approximately 10-day trip to the focus country. During the trip, student tour locally- and foreign-owned companies, meet business executives to discuss business challenges and opportunities in the country, attend lectures about the country’s economy and culture, and participate in guided tours of historical and cultural sites. After the trip, students will write a report in which they analyze and compare the business practices of companies in the US and the focus country.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of two-600 level business courses and BUS 795A .
  
  • BUS 796 - Health Systems Strategic Management


    3 Credit(s)

    This a capstone course that will tie together all the prior academic requirements of the degree program. This course focuses on strategic management decisions pertinent to a health system, and on managing organizational change in the context of complex system of organizations that make up the “system” of care financing and delivery. The student will learn how to identify strategic issues, and to create and evaluate strategic solutions that most effectively deliver excellent and affordable care to patient-customers. The students will assimilate and apply their prior academic and experiential knowledge to achieve “mastery” on the path to becoming strategic leaders. The course will include strategic concepts and frameworks, case studies, real-life examples and interactions with executives/experts in strategic management and innovation. Intended to be taken at end of program.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of advisor.
  
  • BUS 798 - Strategic Management Accounting


    3 Credit(s)

    This capstone course to the MS Accountancy program challenges students to think critically and strategically from the perspective of a chief financial officer. This course includes a cross-functional immersion experience into the competitive business environment through a Capsim business simulation. Students will demonstrate AICPA core competencies through a final electronic portfolio presentation. Topics include comprehensive business strategy, change management, finance application, ethical leadership and social responsibility.

    Offered (F/S)

    Prerequisite(s): At least six courses at 600-level and higher in MS Accountancy program.
  
  • BUS 799 - Independent Study


    Variable 1-4 Credit(s)

    Topics and credits arranged.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.
  
  • UABUS 211 - Financial Accounting


    4 Credit(s)

    This course explores the role of financial accounting in measuring and communicating business activities to external users primarily through financial statements. Information is measured through the application of the double entry system of accounting to financial transactions that impacts a company’s resources and claims to those resources. Fundamental principles of financial accounting are explored as they relate to accounting systems, internal control, asset, liability and equity accounts. Ethics in decision-making and financial reporting will be analyzed. This course also includes an introduction to the time value of money concepts and to the Intuit QuickBooks small business accounting software.

  
  • UABUS 212 - Managerial Accounting


    4 Credit(s)

    This course defines the role of management accounting in producing information that is relevant in a fast-paced, competitive environment for internal decision makers within business organizations. Alternative methods for the computation of costs for products and services will be explored including job order costing, process costing, activity-based costing and standard costing. The behavior of costs will be analyzed using cost-volume-profit analysis. Cost information will be utilized for budgetary planning and controlling, capital investment decisions, pricing, variance analysis and decision making activities in organizations. This course also completes the financial topics of UABUS 211 Â through an in depth analysis of the cash flow statement and a comprehensive review of the financial statements. In addition, students will assess how managerial techniques are used in real world scenarios.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 211 , UAMAT 124 .
  
  • UABUS 311 - Principles of Marketing


    4 Credit(s)

    An introduction to the different aspects of marketing. Using applications to illustrate the various theoretical concepts, the basic functions that marketing serves will be taught. Building skills will be emphasized at least as much as building knowledge. In addition to covering the course material, this class will challenge students to think critically, write better, and voice opinions persuasively and with confidence.

    Prerequisite(s): UAENG 151 .
  
  • UABUS 312 K - Management Concepts


    4 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to familiarize students with the principles and concepts of management. Planning, organizing, directing, and controlling are functions fundamental to organizational management. Leadership, ethical decision making, motivation and team building are essential skills. Connecting all the functions and skills is the ability to effectively communicate. Because communication is an essential core competency, students will be given opportunities to practice and polish their verbal communication skills. It is the purpose of this course to equip students with the foundation necessary to lead their organizations with confidence and a clear sense of social responsibility.

    Prerequisite(s): UAENG 151 , UACA 160 .
  
  • UABUS 313 - Corporate Finance


    4 Credit(s)

    This course will introduce the student to the basic ideas related to corporate financial management. Topics covered will include the role of financial management in the firm, fundamental financial analysis, capital structure, capital budgeting, working capital management, the corporate capital markets, and the concept and creation of shareholder value from a shareholder perspective. The course will provide a fundamental understanding of corporate finance to serve as a basis for future study in Business and Finance.

    Prerequisite(s): UAMAT 123 , UAMAT 124 , UAMAT 125 , UAMAT 126 ; UABUS 211 , UABUS 212 ; UAECO 164 .
  
  • UABUS 314 U - Business Law


    4 Credit(s)

    This course introduces students to the court system, the legal process, contract formulation and performance, remedies, agency relationships, sales, product liability, and the Uniform Commercial Code. It provides students with 1) an understanding of how the law affects business operations; 2) an understanding of the principle of stare decisis and the ability to apply the rule of precedent to case studies; 3) skills to use current technology in completing a legal research project involving a current ethical issue; and 4) a thorough understanding of basic contract law principles.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 110 , completion of 40 credits.
  
  • UABUS 315 - Operations Management


    4 Credit(s)

    Operations Management (OM) focuses on how organizations transform their resources into finished goods and services, how they make these products and services available to their customers, and how they create value for themselves and their customers. The course will cover key issues, concepts, and analytical tools related to: Relationship of OM with Marketing and Finance functions; Inventory Management; Quality Management; Supply-chain Management; Project Management; Wait Line Models; and Trends and technology in OM. In addition to the instructor-led activities, students will actively participate in class-room discussions, problem-solving and simulation exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): UAENG 151 , UABUS 312 , UAMAT 123 /UAMAT 124 Â and UAMAT 125 /UAMAT 126 .
  
  • UABUS 320 - Intermediate Accounting I: Part A


    2 Credit(s)

    Intermediate Accounting I: Part A is an in-depth study of the theoretical foundations of financial accounting and reporting at the intermediate level. Topics include the accounting conceptual framework, the accounting information system, advanced financial statement preparation (balance sheet, income statement, statement of stockholders’ equity and statement of cash flows), footnote disclosure sand time value of money concepts. International accounting convergence topics are introduced. The course includes an introduction to Sage Peachtree accounting software. Application of topics through written case analyses and through research in the FASB Accounting Standards Codification is required.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 212 .
  
  • UABUS 321 - Intermediate Accounting I: Part B


    2 Credit(s)

    Intermediate Accounting I: Part B is a continuation of Intermediate Accounting I Part A. An in-depth study of the theoretical foundations of financial accounting and reporting at the intermediate level. Topics include accounting for cash, receivables, inventories, property, plant, and equipment, and intangible assets. International accounting convergence topics are introduced. Application of topics through written case analyses and through research in the FASB Accounting Standards Codification is required.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 320 Â 
  
  • UABUS 322 - Intermediate Accounting II: Part A


    2 Credit(s)

    Intermediate Accounting II: Part A - Topics covered include accounting for current and non-current liabilities, contingencies and equity accounts; accounting for leases, investments, dilutive securities and earnings per share and revenue recognition. International accounting convergence topics are introduced. Application of topics through written case analysis is required.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 321 Â 
  
  • UABUS 323 - Intermediate Accounting II: Part B


    2 Credit(s)

    Intermediate Accounting II: Part B is a continuation of Intermediate Accounting II: Part A. Topics covered include accounting for income taxes, pension benefits, leases, accounting changes and financial disclosure. International accounting convergence topics are introduced. Application of topics through written case analysis is required.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 322 Â 
  
  • UABUS 325 - Cost Accounting


    3 Credit(s)

    In addition to providing data used to cost products and services, cost accounting provides data to managers for planning and controlling. Today cost accountants are increasingly expected to actively contribute in the making of strategic decisions instead of simply providing data. Cost accounting is a managerial tool used by business to formulate strategy and its implementation. The course’s focus is upon how accounting information can assist managers in controlling the activities for which they are responsible, and how manager’s use cost information to make better decisions to improve their organization’s competitiveness. The course covers the fundamentals of cost accounting, including job order, process, and activity based costing. Particular emphasis is given to current practices in cost control through reports to management.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 212 .
  
  • UABUS 326 - Income Tax Accounting Part A


    2 Credit(s)

    Tax laws and regulations relating to individual taxpayers and the principles of taxation common to all taxpayers (i.e., individuals, partnerships and corporations).

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 212 .
  
  • UABUS 327 - Income Tax Accounting Part B


    2 Credit(s)

    Continuation of Income Tax Accounting I. Tax laws and regulations relating to individual taxpayers and the principles of taxation common to all taxpayers (i.e., individuals, partnerships and corporations).

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 326 .
  
  • UABUS 328 - Auditing Part A


    2 Credit(s)

    UABUS 328 AUDIT: Part A: Principles of auditing and the audit process. The course describes the foundation for the role of the independent auditor in the global economy, professional standards, planning the audit and designing audit programs, audit working papers, auditing specific financial statement categories, auditors reports and professional ethics.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 323 .
  
  • UABUS 329 - Auditing Part B


    2 Credit(s)

    UABUS 329 AUDIT: Part B - Principles of auditing and the audit process. The course describes the foundation for the role of the independent auditor in the global economy, professional standards, planning the audit and designing audit programs, audit working papers, auditing specific financial statement categories, auditors reports and professional ethics.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 328 .
  
  • UABUS 379 - Independent Study - Business


    Variable 1-4 Credit(s)

    INDEPENDENT STUDY.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.
  
  • UABUS 400 - Organizational Management


    4 Credit(s)

    This course will explore the structure and relationships within an organization and the skills management must develop to maintain the successful operation of the enterprise. Topics include: managing in a global environment, organizational structure and design, communication, human resource management, managing change and innovation, and controlling for organizational performance.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 312 ; UACA 160 ; UAENG 151 ; and UAENG 306 .
  
  • UABUS 401 - Improv Organizational Effectiveness


    4 Credit(s)

    This course will improve organizational effectiveness through exploring the concepts and principles of leadership. Through case studies, readings and exercises each student will uncover their own capacity for leadership while defining both the characteristics of an effective leadership style and the organizational components used to generate the best style to fit the situation. It is the organizational leadership that has both the obligation and the opportunity to bring the organization to high levels of effectiveness and efficiency. Through the development of strategic vision, identifying core values, practicing with integrity and generating enthusiasm for the mission of the organization, leaders hold keys for the successful operation of the organization.

    Prerequisite(s): UAENG 151 , BUS 312 and 400 or their equivalent.
  
  • UABUS 402 3U - Social Responsibility in Business


    4 Credit(s)

    This COR 3 interdisciplinary course explores and implements the critical thinking and managerial and ethical decision-making skills necessary for developing ethical organizations and an ethical society. First, students examine who they are by writing weekly journal entries about ethical dilemmas experienced at work and compose a purpose of life essay associated with their professional goals. Second, students develop a better understanding of the needs and opportunities of the world through a service-learning project that improves social well-being. Third, students benchmark their organization’s performance with the best practices in business ethics.

    Prerequisite(s): COR 2, senior standing.
  
  • UABUS 429 - Advertising and Promotion Strategy


    4 Credit(s)

    Covers the elements of the promotional mix, including the communication process, creative advertising strategies, direct marketing and interactive media, sales promotion strategies, the role of personal selling in sales promotions, measuring advertising and promotional effectiveness, and social, ethical and regulatory issues in advertising and promotion strategy.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 311 .
  
  • UABUS 430 - Consumer Behavior


    4 Credit(s)

    Analysis of how consumers process information, form attitudes, and make decisions, and how consumer behavior is affected by cultural factors and interpersonal influences.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 311 .
  
  • UABUS 431 - Market Research


    4 Credit(s)

    Qualitative and quantitative research methods, with an emphasis on quantitative survey-based research applications.

    Prerequisite(s): UAMAT 125 , UAMAT 126 , UABUS 311 .
  
  • UABUS 433 - Prof Selling and Sales Management


    4 Credit(s)

    The steps of the relationship selling process, including the creation of effective sales presentation, analysis and use of state-of-the-art sales methods and negotiating techniques, use of technology in prospecting and selling, exploring careers in professional selling, ethical issues in sales, as well as effective hiring, training, and managing of salespeople.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 311 .
  
  • UABUS 445 - Exploring Entrepreneurship


    4 Credit(s)

    Entrepreneurship is about bringing new ideas to life. In this course, students explore the characteristics and behaviors of entrepreneurs. Working in teams, students will generate ideas for ventures and conduct extensive research to examine the financial viability and social sustainability of those ideas. Students will further develop their basic knowledge and skills in the areas of leadership and management, product development, marketing, accounting, and financial management. This course experience helps students develop a holistic and complex perspective of organizations, a deeper understanding of how different functional areas are connected, and an appreciation of the venture creation process.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 312 .
  
  • UABUS 461 - Introduction to Quality Improvement


    4 Credit(s)

    The purpose of this course is to learn the fundamental principles of data analysis for quality improvement; particularly understanding and managing variation as the fundamental principle. Quality control charts based on the teachings of Walter Stewart and W. Edward Deming are used to understand variation. Control charts, distinction between common cause and special cause variation, graphical process, PDSA Cycle and Operational Definitions are the main topics. Numerous causes and problems from manufacturing and service are examined.

    Prerequisite(s): UAMAT 126 
  
  • UABUS 462 - Quality as a Business Strategy


    4 Credit(s)

    The primary purpose of this course is to establish quality as a business strategy. Particularly, the course will propose the leadership competencies to lead the organization and the quality efforts as a system. This course is an extension of RBUS 461 where the emphasis is on understanding variation.

    Prerequisite(s): UABUS 461 .
  
  • UABUS 479 - Independent Study-Business


    Variable 1-4 Credit(s)

    INDEPENDENT STUDY.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.
  
  • UABUS 490 - Strategic Business Practices


    4 Credit(s)

    This course focuses on strategic management decisions, and actively incorporates multi-disciplinary elements of marketing, finance, operations, and quantitative analysis. It is designed to help students learn how to identify, dissect, and answer strategic management problems, how to apply analytical frameworks to business problems, and how to present their fact-based analysis and recommendations in oral and written formats. The course utilizes readings, business cases and real-life examples to accomplish the synthesis.

    Prerequisite(s): UAENG 151 , final course taken or consent of instructor.
  
  • UABUS 492A - International Study Tour A-China


    1 Credit(s)

    Each year, the School of Business offers students the opportunity to participate in a short-term international travel experience to different countries through two sequential courses (UABUS 492A and UABUS 492B Â G). Through the courses, students gain critical insights and valuable real-world experience of global business processes and practices. In UABUS 492A, students learn about various aspects of a country’s culture and society, history, cultural values/customs, and social and economic development and the impact of these issues on business practices. Books, readings and videos will be assigned for students to read/watch with class discussion focused on comparing and understanding differences in these topic areas between the US and the focus country. Students must enroll in both UABUS 492A and UABUS 492B Â G in order to receive the G-tag.

  
  • UABUS 492B G - International Study Tour B-China


    2 Credit(s)

    Each year, the School of Business offers students the opportunity to participate in a short-term international travel experience to different countries through two sequential courses (UABUS 492A Â and 492B G). Through the courses, students gain critical insights and valuable real-world experience of global business processes and practices. In RBUS 492B G, students will participate in an approximately 10-day trip to the focus country. During the trip, student tour locally- and foreign-owned companies, meet business executives to discuss business challenges and opportunities in the country, attend lectures about the country’s economy and culture, and participate in guided tours of historical and cultural sites. After the trip, students will write a report in which they analyze and compare the business practices of companies in the US and the focus country. Students must enroll in both UABUS 492A Â and R492B G in order to receive the G-tag.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, 3 courses in the major, and UABUS 492A .
  
  • UABUS 494A - International Study Tour A-Germany


    1 Credit(s)

    Each year, the School of Business offers students the opportunity to participate in a short-term international travel experience to different countries through two sequential courses (UABUS 494A and UABUS 494B Â G). Through the courses, students gain critical insights and valuable real-world experience of global business processes and practices. In UABUS 494, students learn about various aspects of a country’s culture and society, history, cultural values/customs, and social and economic development and the impact of these issues on business practices. Books, readings and videos will be assigned for students to read/watch with class discussion focused on comparing and understanding differences in these topic areas between the US and the focus country. Students must enroll in both UABUS 494A and UABUS 494B Â G in order to receive the G-tag.

  
  • UABUS 494B G - International Study Tour B-Germany


    2 Credit(s)

    Each year, the School of Business offers students the opportunity to participate in a short-term international travel experience to different countries through two sequential courses (UABUS 494A Â and UABUS 494B G). Through the courses, students gain critical insights and valuable real-world experience of global business processes and practices. In UABUS 494B G, students will participate in an approximately 10-day trip to the focus country as well as attend classes in the fall semester. During the trip, student tour locally- and foreign-owned companies, meet business executives to discuss business challenges and opportunities in the country, attend lectures about the country’s economy and culture, and participate in guided tours of historical and cultural sites. In the fall semester, students will meet 1 - 2 hours weekly to further explore business practices in the focus country within an historical, cultural and social context. In addition, students will analyze and compare the business practices in the US and focus country. Students must enroll in both UABUS 494A Â and UABUS 494B G in order to receive the G-tag.


Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 110 S - Intro to Chemistry


    4 Credit(s)

    This course treats concepts such as structure and properties of matter, electronic structure of atoms and compounds, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, thermochemistry, gas laws, and acid-base chemistry.  Laboratory exercises providing hands-on experiences with the concepts and techniques of chemistry are required. This course includes three lectures plus one four-hour laboratory/discussion section per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Math placement level 2 or completion of M-tag
  
  • CHEM 115 ES - Chemistry of Energy Sources & Soc


    4 Credit(s)

    The general goal of this course is to explore the chemistry, technology, politics, economics, and environmental impacts of hydrocarbon, nuclear, and electrochemical energies. A foundation in the areas of nuclear chemistry, hydrocarbon chemistry, and electrochemistry will be provided. To support this foundation, the students will be instructed in the topics of atomic structure, chemical bonding, and simple chemical reactions.

    Prerequisite(s): Math placement level 2 or completion of M-tag
  
  • CHEM 120 S - General Chemistry I


    4 Credit(s)

    The first semester of a two-semester sequence of a first-year college chemistry course. This course treats concepts such as structure and properties of matter, electronic structure of atoms and compounds, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, thermochemistry, gas laws, and acid-base chemistry. Laboratory exercises providing hands-on experience with the concepts and experimental techniques of chemistry with emphasis on inquiry, green chemistry, safety, and proper laboratory conduct are integrated into the course. Three lectures plus one four-hour laboratory/discussion section per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Math placement level 2 or completion of M-tag
  
  • CHEM 121 S - General Chemistry II


    4 Credit(s)

    The second semester of a two-semester sequence of a first-year college chemistry course. The course treats basic concepts such as properties of solutions, chemical equilibrium, chemical thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory exercises providing hands-on experience with the concepts and experimental techniques of chemistry with emphasis on inquiry, green chemistry, safety, and proper laboratory conduct are integrated into the course. Three lectures plus one four-hour laboratory/discussion section per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 120 Â or CHEM 110 Â with a B or better and math placement level 3 or completion of MATH 114A Â or MATH 114B Â or MATH 231 Â or higher.
  
  • CHEM 130 S - Chemistry & Forensic Investigations


    4 Credit(s)

    This is a second-semester course in Chemistry with an emphasis on Forensic Applications. Topics will include the scientific method as it applies to crime scenes, basic concepts of electromagnetic radiation, colligative properties, a basic survey of organic nomenclature, basic chemistry of poisons, and the basic chemistry of biological molecules. These topics will be examined as applied to issues such as arson investigation, determination of time of death, nuclear terrorism, DNA analysis, and drug chemistry. Laboratory experiments serve to clarify and build upon lecture concepts, while including basic forensic techniques and principles of laboratory safety.

    Prerequisite(s): Math placement level 2 or completion of M-tag
  
  • CHEM 200 2E - Green and Sustainable Chemistry


    2 Credit(s)

    This course covers the concepts of sustainability and environmental responsibility in the creation of goods and services required for our lives. Sustainability is defined as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Green chemistry is the design, development, and implementation of products and processes to reduce or eliminate the use and generation of substances hazardous to human health and the environment. This course is designed to allow students to explore who they are and who they can become, and how are the needs of the world going to be met in a just and compassionate manner.

    Prerequisite(s): COR 1 or sophomore standing.
  
  • CHEM 321 - Organic Chemistry I


    4 Credit(s)

    The first semester of a two-semester sequence in the study of the structure (electronic and geometric), properties, and reactions of compounds of carbon. Topics include the structure and physical properties of organic compounds, stereochemistry, reactions and their mechanisms, and structure-reactivity relationships. Lab experiments emphasize lecture concepts while introducing methods in organic synthesis and illustrating techniques such as crystallization, distillation, chromatography, and spectroscopic methods of compound characterization (with emphasis on nuclear magnetic resonance and infrared spectroscopy.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121  with a minimum grade of C or consent of instructor.
  
  • CHEM 323 - Organic Chemistry II


    4 Credit(s)

    The second semester of a two-semester sequence in the study of the structure (electronic and geometric), properties, and reactions of compounds of carbon. Topics include the structure and physical properties of organic compounds, stereochemistry, reactions and their mechanisms, and structure-reactivity relationships. Lab experiments emphasize lecture concepts while introducing methods in organic synthesis and illustrating techniques such as crystallization, distillation, chromatography, and spectroscopic methods of compound characterization (with emphasis on nuclear magnetic resonance and infrared spectroscopy.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 321 .
 

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