Business Administration

This undergraduate program is offered by the School of Professional Studies.

Faculty

Mr. V.R. Nemani, Associate Professor of Business Administration (program chair)

Description

The Business Administration Program offers students in the School of Professional Studies an undergraduate major leading to the Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Business Administration.

The business administration curriculum immerses students in an intellectually challenging field of study that develops the conceptual, analytical, functional, interpersonal, and communication skills that are essential for success in an increasingly complex and global business environment. Students develop the ability to assess and analyze complex situations, determine the relative importance of internal and external variables affecting organizational objectives, make effective and ethical decisions, and confidently implement ensuing strategies. A variety of teaching methods are employed – including case studies, lectures, class discussions, group projects, and experiential exercises – to assist students in developing a comprehensive, holistic understanding of the issues and challenges involved in organizations and their management.

Students tailor the curriculum to address their particular academic and career goals. The following tracks of study are available:

• General Business
• International Business
• Small Business & Entrepreneurship

Course work in the Business Administration major is divided into five categories: co-requisite, functional core, professional skills, capstone, and concentration track courses.

Major Requirements

To fulfill the requirements of the B.S. in Business Administration, students must successfully complete required coursework in the following areas:

Co-Requisite Courses (9 credits)

ALL of the following courses:

ECON 101 Introduction to MicroeconomicsIntroduces principles of microeconomics and their applications. Topics include supply and demand, operation of markets, consumer and enterprise behavior, competition and monopoly, and microeconomic policy. Formerly ECO 122 Principles of Economics I.
3 credits
Prerequisites: ECON 100 and MATH 101S, or permission of instructor
FLC Area V
Core Area II: Understanding Self, Society, and Nature
ECON 102 Introduction to MacroeconomicsIntroduces principles of macroeconomics and their applications. Topics include national income, unemployment, inflation, and economic growth. The role of policy in affecting macroeconomic outcomes is examined in detail. Formerly ECO 121 Principles of Economics II.
3 credits
Prerequisites: ECON 100 and MATH 101S, or permission of the instructor
FLC Area V
Core Area II: Understanding Self, Society, and Nature
PHIL 253 Business and Professional EthicsThis course engages the students in an analysis of cases in business and other professions that appear to present a conflict between the demands of institutional practices and the demands of morality. The course presents a Kantian theory of e thics and investigates the cases within the framework of this theory. Formerly PHI 213 Applied Ethics II: Business and Professional Ethics.
3 credits
Core Area III: Ethics and Moral Reasoning
Gen Ed Values and Beliefs

Co-requisite courses are taken as part of the School of Professional Studies Core Curriculum. The required economics courses fulfill 6 of the 9-credit Social Sciences requirement; PHIL 253 fulfills the 3-credit Philosophy requirement. If courses other than these are used to meet Core Curriculum requirements, students must take these three courses as part of their Electives; they may not be taken as Business Electives.

Functional Core Courses (27 credits)

These courses cover the functional areas of business administration, providing the student with exposure to the knowledge, concepts, and practices that are central to most business operations.

ALL of the following courses:

BADM 101 Introduction to BusinessThis course provides students with an overview of the core functions and operations of business organizations. Topics discussed include forms of business ownership, research and development, marketing, finance, accounting, production, materials management, and human resource management. Formerly BUA 105 Introduction to Business.
3 credits
BADM 205 Legal Aspects of BusinessOffers a comprehensive overview of the principal legal aspects of business management. Topics include: the legal environment of business; contracts; domestic and international sales; negotiable instruments; creditors rights and bankruptcy; agency; business organization; labor and employment relations; government regulations; property; and, special topics (insurance, wills and trusts, liability of professionals, international and comparative law, and law for entrepreneurs). The overall objective of the course is to become familiar with the subject matter by covering the above topics in readings and class discussion sessions. Formerly BUA 302 Legal Aspects of Business.
3 credits
BADM 213 Quantitative Methods of BusinessProvides students with a sound conceptual understanding of the role quantitative methods play in the decision-making process. Quantitative and mathematical tools used in business for improving the problem-solving process by making it more rational and analytical are explained and examined. The course emphasizes the application of quantitative methods by using problem situations to introduce each of the methods, concepts, and techniques. Topics covered include probability concepts, decision analysis, utility and decision-making, forecasting, linear programming, and project scheduling (PERT/CPM). Formerly BUA 290 Quantitative Methods of Business.
3 credits
BADM 221 Financial AccountingIntroduces the concepts and techniques of financial accounting as prescribed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASBE). Students study and understand balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and journals and ledgers, and how to prepare them. Accounting concepts such as revenue recognition, asset measurement, alternative inventory valuation methods, intangible assets, present value, stockholders equity, and liabilities and interest are also studied. Students come away from the course with an understanding of the importance of accounting in business decision-making. Formerly ACC 235.
3 credits
BADM 223 Managerial AccountingProvides a comprehensive introduction to managerial accounting for business managers, focusing on the principles and practice utilizing realistic business cases. Course emphasizes not the preparer's mode but rather the managerial interpretation and implementation of the work of professional accountants in order to facilitate wise and logical business decision-making. Course stresses basic concepts and the intuitive organizing principles evident in the three primary business management activities: financing, investing, and operating. Topics include process costing, manufacturing costs, cost terms (fixed v. variable, direct v. indirect, and product v. period costs), cost-volume-profit analysis, capital budgeting, and standard costs and variance analysis. Formerly ACC 236 Managerial Accounting and ACC 246 Principles of Accounting II.
Prerequisite BADM 211 Financial Accounting
3 credits
BADM 231 Theory and Practice of MarketingAddresses the principles and processes in the marketing of consumer goods and services and the organizational and environmental variables that have to be managed in order to be successful. Course materials focus on the essential components of the marketing mix, including product development, distribution, pricing policies, and promotional strategies. Formerly MKT 221 Theory and Practice of Marketing.
3 credits
BADM 243 Information Systems in OrganizationsProvides an introduction to systems and development concepts, information technology, and application software. The course explains how information is used in organizations and how information technology enables improvement in quality, timeliness, and competitive advantage.
Formerly BUA 223 Theory of Management Information Systems.
Cross-listed with ISYS 211
3 credits
BADM 325 Business Financial ManagementIntroduces the theory and practice of business financial management. Discusses the techniques of financial management such as discounted cash flow, financial statement analysis, cost of capital, capital budgeting and leverage. Capital market theory and functions of capital markets are also examined. Formerly BUA 324 Business Financial Management.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 223
BADM 373 Organizational BehaviorIntroduces students to organizational theory and practice. Research literature, theory, and opinion about organizational behavior are reviewed and discussed, with specific emphasis on the individual, groups in the organization, and the overall organizational system. Topics covered in the course include personality and emotion, motivation concepts, decision making, group behavior, work teams, leadership and trust, power and politics, and conflict management. Formerly MGT 356 Organizational Behavior.
3 credits

Professional Skills Courses (12 credits)

One of the unique features of Trinity’s business program is the inclusion of a professional skills component. This series of courses develops personal and professional skills that help contribute to success in the workplace.

ALL of the following courses:

BADM 241 Introduction to Computer Applications for BusinessThis course provides an overview of MS Office 2007 Suite Applications in the Microsoft VIsta operating system including a brief introduction to computer concepts through the application and use of the Microsoft Office 2007 Suite, Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2003, Power Point 2007, Outlook 2007, developing basic web pages from teh applications and their integration through the office suite.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: INT 109 or basic computer familiarity withteh instructor's permission
COM 290 Public SpeakingExamines theory and practice of public speaking. Students will prepare and present informative and persuasive speeches. Audience analysis, research, speech organization, delivery and effective persuasive strategies will be covered. 
3 credits
FLC Area I
Core Area I: Skills for Work and Life
ENGL 209 Business WritingFamiliarizes students with basic types of standard business writing, including memos, letters, resumes, reports, and manuals, and with techniques appropriate to such writing. Formerly ENG 384 Business Writing.
3 credits
Prerequisite: ENGL 107
Core Area I: Skills for Work and Life
BADM 251 Management and Leadership DevelopmentDiscusses the principles, concepts, and practice of management. Through participation in experiential exercises such as simulations, role-playing, and team activities, students learn how to be more effective managers and leaders, with a focus on personal awareness and growth and on building effective working relationships. Formerly MGT 200 Principles of Management and MGT 254 Management and Leadership Development.
3 credits

Senior Seminar (3 credits)

This course provides students with the opportunity to synthesize the information, concepts, and skills acquired throughout the Business Administration Program. It is taken at the end of one’s course of study.

BADM 499 Senior SeminarIntegrates the functional areas of business, international business, and professional ethics, with a strong emphasis on the synthesis of knowledge and skills gained throughout the business administration curriculum and on understanding the impact of strategic decisions upon the performance of organizations. The course relies heavily on case study analyses and assists in preparing students for entry into the business world or graduate studies. Fomerly BUA 480 Senior Seminar.
3 credits
Prerequisites: All functional core courses.

Concentration Track Courses (9 credits)

Students complete 9 credits in one of the following tracks, each of which is geared toward a particular career objective. A General Business track is offered for those wanting to add additional breadth to their program of study.

General Business Track

NINE additional credits in Business Administration at the 200-level or above

Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management Track

ALL of the following courses:

BADM 252 EntrepreneurshipDevelops entrepreneurial skills through analysis and examination of the strategies employed by today's most successful entrepreneurs. The case study approach is utilized. Students learn about the entrepreneurial process, and about the opportunities and challenges facing entrepreneurs starting new business ventures. Identifying promising new opportunities, developing business concepts and marketing plans, and managing a new venture are integral components of this course.
Prerequisite: BADM 101
3 credits
BADM 351 Entrepreneurial Finance and Resource DevelopmentFocuses on principles of corporate and financial management, financial statement analysis and interpretation, effective planning, budgeting and financial control, financial risk assessments, and fundamentals of basic financial planning for new and small businesses. Includes in-depth discussion and analysis of entrepreneurial resource development and human resource management and development. Incorporates the study of ethical business decisions in the small business environment.
3 credits
BADM 353 Small Business Development, Management, and FinanceCovers the initial and continuing development, management, and finance of the small business enterprise. Focus is on essential issues of law, accounting, and technology as they relate specifically to the small business. Includes analysis of the basics of starting and maintaining a home-based small business enterprise, as well as small business planning and management in general, including customer service, public relations and advertising, goal setting, merchandising, packaging and pricing, employment, record-keeping, and financial management. Reviews the unique issues involved in owning and operating the family business, including succession planning, the family business culture, hiring and managing family members, the interaction between family and non-family employees, and operating the family business. In addition to lectures, the case study method is used extensively to illustrate opportunities and problems facing the entrepreneurial small business enterprise in America in the new millennium.
3 credits

International Business Track

ALL of the following courses:

BADM 307 International BusinessThis course examines the interdependence of the economic, political, environmental, social, and cultural issues facing multinational organizations. Students gain an understanding of international trade, cross-cultural management issues, strategic planning, internation al marketing, and financial markets. Trade blocs such as NAFTA and the European Union are examined to assess their impact on U.S. organizations and the economy. Formerly BUA 337 International Business Management.
3 credits
ECON 351 International TradeExamines the economic theory of international trade. Topics include theories on why countries engage in trade; tools of trade policy; reasons for trade restrictions; economic effects of regional trading blocs, such as the North American Free Trade Agreement and the European Community. Formerly ECO 270 International Economics.
3 credits
Prerequisites: ECON 101 and ECON 102 or permission of the instructor
FLC Area V
ECON 353 International FinanceExamines the economic theory of global financial macroeconomics. The course describes and analyzes the determinants of exchange rates, trade balances, and capital flows. The role of policy in affecting output levels, price levels, and interest rates in different countries is examined in detail. Past and present international monetary arrangements are examined. Formerly ECO 371 International Finance.
3 credits
Prerequisites: ECON 101 and ECON 102 or permission of the instructor

Program Policies

Advanced Placement:
Credit earned through AP exams may not be applied toward the major.

CLEP Policy:
Students wishing to receive credit for CLEP examinations should contact the academic advising staff.

Cross-tallied Courses:
Courses that are cross-tallied represent identical courses offered with a different program prefix. Students may not enroll in or receive credit for more than one iteration of a cross-tallied course even in different semesters.

Grades in Major Courses:
Students are required to earn a grade of “C” (2.0) or better in all courses counted to fulfill requirements for the major.

Pass/No Pass:
The pass/no pass grading option is not accepted in courses to be applied for the major.

Senior Assessment:
All majors are required to take BADM 499 Senior Seminar at Trinity.

Study Abroad:
Students are encouraged to plan their studies to allow for the possibility of study abroad to obtain a greater understanding of how global economic, political, environmental, social, and cultural issues influence domestic and multinational organizations. Prior discussions with the program director are necessary to ensure that the courses taken abroad may be applied toward major credit.

TELL Policy:
The Business Administration Program encourages students with substantial experiential learning to apply for TELL credits in business administration.

Transfer Credits:
Students may apply transfer credit toward the major if the transferred courses parallel those required for the major. Transfer students who elect a business administration major must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours in business administration major courses at Trinity, of which three must be in BADM 499 Senior Seminar.

Course Descriptions

BADM 100 Fundamentals of BusinessAn introductory course designed to provide students with an overview of business organizations. This course will explore the following aspects of business: forms of business ownership, research and development, marketing, finance, accounting, production, materials management, and human resources management.
3 credits.
BADM 101 Introduction to BusinessThis course provides students with an overview of the core functions and operations of business organizations. Topics discussed include forms of business ownership, research and development, marketing, finance, accounting, production, materials management, and human resource management. Formerly BUA 105 Introduction to Business.
3 credits
BADM 145 Internet ResearchExplores the types of resources available via the Internet and World Wide Web as a function of the business environment. The content of this course will also include adequate instruction in the fundamentals of the Internet and the World Wide Web.
Cross-listed with ISYS 103
3 credits
BADM 211 Business MathematicsExplores quantitative concepts, ratios, and analysis commonly used in the various functional areas of business, including human resources, finance, accounting, and marketing. Topics include discounts, markup/markdown, interest, payroll, and commissions, and ratios for performance analysis. Formerly BUA 228 Business Mathematics.
3 credits
BADM 213 Quantitative Methods of BusinessProvides students with a sound conceptual understanding of the role quantitative methods play in the decision-making process. Quantitative and mathematical tools used in business for improving the problem-solving process by making it more rational and analytical are explained and examined. The course emphasizes the application of quantitative methods by using problem situations to introduce each of the methods, concepts, and techniques. Topics covered include probability concepts, decision analysis, utility and decision-making, forecasting, linear programming, and project scheduling (PERT/CPM). Formerly BUA 290 Quantitative Methods of Business.
3 credits
BADM 221 Financial AccountingIntroduces the concepts and techniques of financial accounting as prescribed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASBE). Students study and understand balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and journals and ledgers, and how to prepare them. Accounting concepts such as revenue recognition, asset measurement, alternative inventory valuation methods, intangible assets, present value, stockholders equity, and liabilities and interest are also studied. Students come away from the course with an understanding of the importance of accounting in business decision-making. Formerly ACC 235.
3 credits
BADM 223 Managerial AccountingProvides a comprehensive introduction to managerial accounting for business managers, focusing on the principles and practice utilizing realistic business cases. Course emphasizes not the preparer's mode but rather the managerial interpretation and implementation of the work of professional accountants in order to facilitate wise and logical business decision-making. Course stresses basic concepts and the intuitive organizing principles evident in the three primary business management activities: financing, investing, and operating. Topics include process costing, manufacturing costs, cost terms (fixed v. variable, direct v. indirect, and product v. period costs), cost-volume-profit analysis, capital budgeting, and standard costs and variance analysis. Formerly ACC 236 Managerial Accounting and ACC 246 Principles of Accounting II.
Prerequisite BADM 211 Financial Accounting
3 credits
BADM 226 Organizational BehaviorThis course will provide an overview of selective OB theories relevant to the practice of management and decision making. Issues will include motivation and morale, perception, job satisfaction and quality of work /life and change management. The course work will consist of discussion, role play, case studies and practitioners presentations.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 101 or BADM 110 or EXSC 321 (exercise science students only) or by Permission of Instructor
BADM 230 Marketing Theory and PracticeAddresses the theory and practice of marketing consumer goods and services. This course will introduce marketing principles, concepts, and tactics; including consumer behavior theory. Emphasis will be placed on the use of research and analytical tools in the promotion of goods and services.

This course is only open to students in the Associate's Degree program.
BADM 231 Theory and Practice of MarketingAddresses the principles and processes in the marketing of consumer goods and services and the organizational and environmental variables that have to be managed in order to be successful. Course materials focus on the essential components of the marketing mix, including product development, distribution, pricing policies, and promotional strategies. Formerly MKT 221 Theory and Practice of Marketing.
3 credits
BADM 236 Theories of LeadershipThis course will survey significant leadership theories, discuss current leadership issues (ethics, motivation, conflict) and relate theory to practice through case discussion.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 101 or BADM 110, or EXSC 321 (exercise science students only) or by Permission of Instructor
BADM 241 Introduction to Computer Applications for BusinessThis course provides an overview of MS Office 2007 Suite Applications in the Microsoft VIsta operating system including a brief introduction to computer concepts through the application and use of the Microsoft Office 2007 Suite, Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2003, Power Point 2007, Outlook 2007, developing basic web pages from teh applications and their integration through the office suite.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: INT 109 or basic computer familiarity withteh instructor's permission
BADM 243 Information Systems in OrganizationsProvides an introduction to systems and development concepts, information technology, and application software. The course explains how information is used in organizations and how information technology enables improvement in quality, timeliness, and competitive advantage.
Formerly BUA 223 Theory of Management Information Systems.
Cross-listed with ISYS 211
3 credits
BADM 245 Decision Support SystemsProvides an understanding of organizational systems, planning, and the decision process, and how information is used for decision support in organizations. The course covers quality and decision theory, information theory, and practice essential for providing viable information to the organization. It outlines the concepts of IS for competitive advantage, data as a resource, IS and IT planning and implementation, change and project management. Formerly BUA 230 Decision Support Systems.
Cross-listed with ISYS 213
3 credits
BADM 250 Principles of Management & LeadershipDiscusses the theory and practice of management. Teaches the functions of management (planning, organizing, and leading) through participation in discussions, simulations, role-playing, and team activities. Students will develop effective management and leadership skills, with a focus on personal awareness and growth.

This course is the equivalent of BADM 251. The name, number, and description have been changed for use in the AA program.

This course is only open to students in the Associate's Degree Program THEARC. No other students are allowed to register.
BADM 251 Management and Leadership DevelopmentDiscusses the principles, concepts, and practice of management. Through participation in experiential exercises such as simulations, role-playing, and team activities, students learn how to be more effective managers and leaders, with a focus on personal awareness and growth and on building effective working relationships. Formerly MGT 200 Principles of Management and MGT 254 Management and Leadership Development.
3 credits
BADM 252 EntrepreneurshipDevelops entrepreneurial skills through analysis and examination of the strategies employed by today's most successful entrepreneurs. The case study approach is utilized. Students learn about the entrepreneurial process, and about the opportunities and challenges facing entrepreneurs starting new business ventures. Identifying promising new opportunities, developing business concepts and marketing plans, and managing a new venture are integral components of this course.
Prerequisite: BADM 101
3 credits
BADM 253 Social EntrepreneurshipDevelops awareness of social policy and change. Examines current external environmental societal factors. Analyzes current conditions and projected changes -- demographic, technological, political, legal, regulatory, environmental, and social -- facing business managers in the overall macroenvironment. Focuses on optimizing available resources to maximize benefit to society.
Prerequisite BADM 101
3 credits
BADM 255 Human Resource ManagementThis course will provide an overview of key models of the HR functions placed within the decision making setting of complex organizations
3 credits
BADM 260 Theories of LeadershipThis course will survey significant leadership theories, discuss current leadership issues (ethics, motivation, conflict) and relate theory to practice through case discussion.
3 credits
BADM 275 Organizational BehaviorThis course will provide an overview of selective OB theories relevant to the practice of management and decision making. Issues will include motivation and morale, perception, job satisfaction and quality of work /life and change management. The course work will consist of discussion, role play, case studies and practitioners presentations.
3 credits
BADM 307 International BusinessThis course examines the interdependence of the economic, political, environmental, social, and cultural issues facing multinational organizations. Students gain an understanding of international trade, cross-cultural management issues, strategic planning, internation al marketing, and financial markets. Trade blocs such as NAFTA and the European Union are examined to assess their impact on U.S. organizations and the economy. Formerly BUA 337 International Business Management.
3 credits
BADM 320 International Management Global LeadershipThis course provides a foundation to understand and analyze the central management issues of 21st century global business organizations. These include social responsibility, ethical dilemmas, multiculturalism in the workplace as well as strategic positioning.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 110, BADM 226; or BADM 236
BADM 321 Intermediate AccountingOffers an intensive study of the generally accepted accounting principles for asset valuation, income measurement, and financial statement presentation for business organizations, and of the processes through which these principles evolve. Focuses on important areas in financial accounting, including accounting for leases, pensions, and income taxes. Accounting for the equities of a firm's investors and creditors. Continues to focus on financial accounting issues, including financial instruments, asset impairment, and long-term debt. Formerly ACC 345 Intermediate Accounting I.
Prerequisite: BADM 221
3 credits
BADM 325 Business Financial ManagementIntroduces the theory and practice of business financial management. Discusses the techniques of financial management such as discounted cash flow, financial statement analysis, cost of capital, capital budgeting and leverage. Capital market theory and functions of capital markets are also examined. Formerly BUA 324 Business Financial Management.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 223
BADM 328 Business, Government, and SocietyThis course provides an introductory examination primarily of macroeconomic theory and policy. Its purpose is to assist non-economists in dealing with real world economic issues. The course deals with such topics as eco nomic growth, money and taxes, the balance of payments, exchange rates, international trade, business cycles, and financial markets.
3 credits
Prerequisites: ECON 101 and ECON 102
BADM 335 Consumer BehaviorRefers to the behavior that consumers display in searching for, using, evaluating and disposing of products and services to satisfy their needs. The study of consumer behavior is the study of how individuals make decisions to spend their available resources (time, money, effort) on consumption-related items. Relying heavily on case studies, the course requires students to understand and predict consumer behavior. Formerly MKT 322 Consumer Behavior.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 231
BADM 337 Advertising and PromotionStudies promotional activity and marketing communication as they relate to the theory of exchange and the existence of an informational gap between procedures or products (goods, services and ideas) and the potential consumer. The tools of promotion include advertising, personal selling, reseller support, publicity and sales promotion. Decisions about the promotional mix, message, media and their selection and execution are discussed. Formerly MKT 343 Advertising and Promotion.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 231
BADM 341 Electronic BusinessExamines the linkage of organizational strategy and electronic methods of delivering products, services and exchanges in inter-organizational, national, and global environments. Information technology strategy and technological solutions for enabling effective business processes within and between organizations in a global environment are considered. Formerly BUA 353 Electronic Business.
3 credits
Prerequisite: BADM 243
Cross-listed with ISYS 351
BADM 343 Information Systems Theory with Management ApplicationsStudents engage in information system theory and Applications from a management perspective. Topics include the Information Systems revolution, IT infrastructure, building information systems and managing information system. This course features readings applications and student projects. Formerly BUA 316 Information Systemes Theory with Management Applications.
BADM 351 Entrepreneurial Finance and Resource DevelopmentFocuses on principles of corporate and financial management, financial statement analysis and interpretation, effective planning, budgeting and financial control, financial risk assessments, and fundamentals of basic financial planning for new and small businesses. Includes in-depth discussion and analysis of entrepreneurial resource development and human resource management and development. Incorporates the study of ethical business decisions in the small business environment.
3 credits
BADM 353 Small Business Development, Management, and FinanceCovers the initial and continuing development, management, and finance of the small business enterprise. Focus is on essential issues of law, accounting, and technology as they relate specifically to the small business. Includes analysis of the basics of starting and maintaining a home-based small business enterprise, as well as small business planning and management in general, including customer service, public relations and advertising, goal setting, merchandising, packaging and pricing, employment, record-keeping, and financial management. Reviews the unique issues involved in owning and operating the family business, including succession planning, the family business culture, hiring and managing family members, the interaction between family and non-family employees, and operating the family business. In addition to lectures, the case study method is used extensively to illustrate opportunities and problems facing the entrepreneurial small business enterprise in America in the new millennium.
3 credits
BADM 355 Business Plan DevelopmentFocuses on methods for entrepreneurs and small businesses to find and develop new business opportunities, including initial capitalization through partners and other investors. Includes a detailed study of the management of business personnel and associates, the analysis of competition in the marketplace, and the forecasting of business growth. Students learn how to define objectives, strategies, and action plans, forecast sales and expenses, prepare profit and loss statements, predict and manage cash flow, and determine sales and marketing strategies, among other key topics. Students are required to identify and define new business opportunities and to prepare related business plans.
3 credits
BADM 357 Venture CapitalismFocuses on the essence of entrepreneurial success - new business development and venture capital financing, and on the opportunities and problems facing venture capitalists with small companies as they move from starting a business to its successful operation. New developments in private and public equity financing and the structure of the venture capital market are discussed. Topics also include the economics of financing contracts, starting new companies, investing in start-up companies, lending to small companies, conventional bank loans, private placements, and refinancings, among other issues.
3 credits
BADM 371 Human Resource ManagementIntroduces theories and principles of human resource management. Topics include human resource planning and job analysis; recruitment, selection and placement; performance appraisal; compensation systems; training and development; organizational improvement; and employee rights.Formerly MGT 335 Human Resource Management
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 251 or BADM 373
BADM 373 Organizational BehaviorIntroduces students to organizational theory and practice. Research literature, theory, and opinion about organizational behavior are reviewed and discussed, with specific emphasis on the individual, groups in the organization, and the overall organizational system. Topics covered in the course include personality and emotion, motivation concepts, decision making, group behavior, work teams, leadership and trust, power and politics, and conflict management. Formerly MGT 356 Organizational Behavior.
3 credits
BADM 375 Introduction to Organizational DevelopmentApplies behavioral science theories and techniques to assess the current health of an organization and its ability to adapt to environmental changes, improve internal relationships, and increase its problem-solving capabilities thereby increasing effectiveness. The course studies the essential steps for achieving change at the individual, group, and organizational level necessary to adapt to the dynamic external environment. The course also examines processes and outcomes of planned change efforts in organizations. Fomerly MGT 357 Introduction to Organizational Development.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 251 or BADM 373
BADM 423 International AccountingCovers the similarities and differences in accounting standards around the world to aid in the interpretation and understanding of financial statements. Topics include harmonizing accounting systems, accounting for foreign subsidiaries, financial risk management, and a review of European, Asian, and Latin American accounting systems with a view to the implications of different methods of reporting for multinational enterprises.
BADM 425 Tax AccountingCovers basic taxation concepts affecting businesses and individuals that students are likely to encounter in the real world. Topics include tax accounting related to business formation, depreciation, deductions, estate planning, executive compensation, the alternative minimum tax, and international tax issues, such as deferral for individuals and businesses, the foreign tax credit, and the taxation of foreign currency gains and losses. Formerly ACC 375 Tax Accounting I: Individual Taxation.
BADM 451 Project ManagementPresents an introduction to the principles and concepts of project management, an essential tool for the business professional in both the federal and commercial sectors. The course addresses all aspects of the project cycle. Topics include project initiation, project planning, team selection, project monitoring and control, risk management, and project closeout. Emphasis is placed on how to identify and meet schedule, cost, and technical constraints while focusing on customer needs. Formerly BUA 401 Project Management.
3 credits
Prerequisites: BADM 101 or BADM 251
BADM 491 InternshipAllows students to pursue an internship under the direction of a faculty member and an off-site supervisor. Formerly BUA 488 Internship.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
BADM 499 Senior SeminarIntegrates the functional areas of business, international business, and professional ethics, with a strong emphasis on the synthesis of knowledge and skills gained throughout the business administration curriculum and on understanding the impact of strategic decisions upon the performance of organizations. The course relies heavily on case study analyses and assists in preparing students for entry into the business world or graduate studies. Fomerly BUA 480 Senior Seminar.
3 credits
Prerequisites: All functional core courses.