Course Descriptions

The traditional, contemporary and developing issues of international law and regulations. The impact of these laws and regulations on the maintenance of national and international order and commerce is explored. Particular attention is given to government regulation of business enterprise and legal liabilities.

Focuses on the concepts and institutions affecting the international dimension of business. Covers international management aimed at familiarizing students with the range of economic, political, and social factors encountered in non-U.S. business settings and with issues involved in establishing and maintaining profitable business activities outside the U.S. Topics include: determining market attractiveness, assessing host country controls, currency exchange risk, political risks, incentives, and strategies for managing international operations.  \n3 credits

The international dimensions of accounting, including comparative accounting practices, foreign currency translation, risk analysis and financial statement analysis. Explores the functions of accounting in the modern business world and how the international environment affects those functions.\n

Covers the various measurements of the international flow of funds and international financial markets.  The factors that impact the short-run and long run values of foreign currencies are analyzed. Students learn the various types of risk exposures that businesses experience because of fluctuations in currency values and how to manage these risks.  The extent of country risk is evaluated and students provide a class presentation concerning the nature of these risks for a country of their choosing. 

Analyzes the conditions necessary for international trade to occur and the gains/losses that a country, and individual groups within the country, can realize from such trade.  It also investigates the impact of barriers to free trade on the welfare of a country and the potential advantages and disadvantages of economic integration between countries.  The concept of a country’s balance of payments is developed and the determination of foreign currency values, and the factors that may cause changes in these values, are analyzed. 

Emphasizes the application of marketing principles to a multinational environment by examining the development of marketing carried out by companies overseas or across national borders. Learners explore the marketing strategy of extending techniques used in the home country of a firm. \n3 credits

Integrates learning from all core International Business Finance courses and the relationship to corporate strategy as it addresses international business financial considerations, dynamic global trends, and the pursuit of gaining strategic advantage. Principles of management, leadership, accounting, information technology, marketing and finance are interwoven to consider such issues as the company mission, vision, organizational issues and competitive issues.  Prerequisites:  At least 6 of the other 8 core International Business Finance courses. 3 credits 

A professional internship experience within a business. Learners create, explore, network, and gain valuable insights into business and the work process. Prerequisite: completion of 12 credits in the program and approval of the Administrative Director.

A continuation of a professional internship experience within a business. Learners create, explore, network, and gain valuable insights into business and the work process. Prerequisite: completion of 12 credits in the program, ISBN 698, and approval of an advisor. \n3 credits

This course introduces students to the concepts and theories underlying marketing decision making, with an emphasis on the strategic considerations that drive and integrate the marketing mix. We will emphasize the application of marketing principles to a multinational environment by examining the development of marketing carried out by companies overseas or across national borders and analyze traditional and emergent practices in marketing as they relate to the global economy. Students will apply the 4Ps as well as other key marketing concepts such as branding, target marketing, consumer behavior and competitive analysis in the context of introducing product or services globally. 3 credits

Examines the use of management accounting systems to solve problems and manage activities in an organization. Blending contemporary theory with practical applications and actual company experiences, the course provides a framework for understanding management accounting and control systems and how their design and operation create value for the organization.\n3 credits

Focuses on information technology management in the workplace. The course explores the role of information technology as a tool for communication and control of all functions of product or service providers. IT is examined from a variety of viewpoints including its position in the digital economy, concepts and management, and strategic information systems used to gain competitive advantage. Ethical issues such as abuse by employees and preservation of privacy are also examined.  3 credits

This course introduces students to the concepts and theories underlying marketing decision making, with an emphasis on the strategic considerations that drive and integrate the marketing mix. We will emphasize the application of marketing principles to a multinational environment by examining the development of marketing carried out by companies overseas or across national borders and analyze traditional and emergent practices in marketing as they relate to the global economy. Students will apply the 4Ps as well as other key marketing concepts such as branding, target marketing, consumer behavior and competitive analysis in the context of introducing product or services globally. 3 credits

This course covers general statistical concepts related to business management. Students will work on basic statistical analysis using various numeric and algebraic techniques. Students learn the advantages and disadvantages of the various tools used in inferential statistics and when and how to apply those methods. Topics to be covered include: descriptive statistics, basic inferential statistics, analysis of variance methods and nonparametric statistics for categorical data.  3 credits

Examines change and transformation in global organizations. Learners explore theories, models, and methods of influencing, managing, and measuring change. Key topics include origins of change, change as a strategic asset, and managing change in chaos. Study includes organizational adaptation and adoption models associated with organizational productivity. \n3 credits

Core graduate finance course covering various principles of time value and risk from the perspective of financial institutions, then contrasting with and augmenting across the broader industrial sectors.  Financial institution structure, regulatory challenges, risk and portfolio management will be explored, along with balance sheet allocation and investment diversification for optimizing company resources.  Students will learn how the financial services industry operates, using both the differences and commonalities with industrial corporations in managing financial issues to achieve optimal performance.  3 credits

Explains how human capital management (HCM) involves delivering business success through understanding what HCM means, and its relevance to organizational performance. The course will teach students, through a broad-based conceptual framework, how to understand, measure, and improve the all-important focus on human capital. Students will also explore the skill of nurturing talent, and the importance of aligning workers individual aspirations and organizational goals, resulting in corporate success.  3 credits

Survey of the roles, influences and impact of leaders in global organizations. Analyzes significant psychological, sociological, and anthropological theories and models relative to leadership behaviors. In addition, learners engage in supervised qualitative fieldwork focused on leadership best practice relative to organizational productivity, growth, and sustainability.\n3 credits

Examines executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government relative to business law and operations. Key topics include forms of business enterprise, international laws, business torts, contracts, the Uniform Commercial Code, negotiable instruments, bulk sales, and product liability. Learners also study employment, intellectual property, securities regulations, and financial reporting and disclosure regulations.  3 credits

The science of effective decision-making and implementation develops the analytic foundations and management guidance for maximizing the profitability of the firm.  Discusses alternative pricing strategies and decision-making skills in the context of demand elasticities and various competitive environments. Special emphasis on project management skills to help with decision implementation.  3 credits

Focuses on theoretical and practical dynamics of negotiation and conflict in organizations. Analyzes theories, models, and best practices used in enabling agreement and resolving conflict. Explores the psychological and sociological literatures, with a focus on key organization variables including culture, capability building, power, and communications. In addition, learners acquire negotiation and conflict resolution skills through case-based simulations, and an understanding of the dynamics of interpersonal and intergroup conflict and their resolution.\n3 credits

This course focuses on the core competencies essential for current or future managers and staff specialists who wish to increase their effectiveness working directly with human resources in all types of organizations. Upon completion of this course, students will have become more adept at identifying key HR challenges; contributing to HR planning and analysis; understanding employment law and labor relations; developing recruitment; selection and retention programs; formulating compensation and benefits plans; and promoting a safe, secure, harmonious, and productive work environment. 3 credits

include key employment legislation, interrelation of federal, state, and local employment law, trends and issues in contemporary employment law theory and practice, and the roles and responsibilities of organizational managers in maintaining legally-compliant workplaces.\n3 credits

Talent management theories, models, and best practices using a human capital management approach. Explores seminal and contemporary talent and performance management literatures and best practices which focus on strategies for acquiring and retaining high performing employees. The course will cover a broad range of topics and issues that impact a firm\'s staffing methodology including selection and compensation. \n3 credits

Examines entrepreneurship—the essential component of business building and growth. Explores key concepts, including risk and reward, business planning, and venture capital pitches. Main topics include entrepreneur self-assessment, market analysis, business identification, financing, market entrance, and growth strategies. \n3 credits