May 14, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED]

Course Descriptions


A typical course description in the Undergraduate Bulletin appears like this:

LIT 273 American Multicultural Literature  

The three digits of the course codes refer to the course level. Undergraduate courses are those numbered from 100 to 499. All numbers above that are for graduate credit.The 100 series is primarily for freshmen; 200 – sophomores; 300 – juniors; and 400 – seniors.

Course Planning Information

Information included with the course description helps you as you plan your course schedules. General Education (Gen Ed), Racial and Ethnic Studies (RES), Global Perspective (GLP), repeatability, and terms offered (if known) are indicated.

The terms indicated serve only as a general guide and do not guarantee that a course will be offered during a particular semester. Verify availability of a course in any given term by checking the online Open Courses listing or through Access Stout when planning your schedule.

 

Art History

  
  • ARTH-341 History of Film


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Evolution of motion picture film as medium of mass communication and aesthetic expression; contributions of noted filmmakers from around the world.
  
  • ARTH-399 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • ARTH-499 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent

Biology

  
  • BIO-101 Introductory Biology


    (4 cr.)
    Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science with Lab
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to the science of biology including life processes, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, evolution, ecology, plant and animal diversity. Living systems are viewed from the sub-cellular to the community level, emphasizing the diversity, functioning, and interaction of whole organisms.
  
  • BIO-111 Science, the Environment and Sustainability


    (4 cr.)
    Global Perspective, Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science with Lab, Cross-disciplinary Issues
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Relationship of humans to the natural environment with a focus on sustainability. Ecological principles in relation to global contemporary problems, such as resource utilization, species extinction, human population dynamics, and climate change, with an interdisciplinary approach to problem solving. A special course fee applies.
  
  • BIO-130 Human Sexual Biology


    (3 cr.)
    Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science, Cross-disciplinary Issues
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Interdisciplinary investigation into human reproductive physiology, from development through reproduction and aging, including contraception and sexually transmitted infections, within a framework of historical context and societal lens.
  
  • BIO-132 Human Biology: Our Bodies, Our Health, Our World


    (4 cr.)
    Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science with Lab
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    A tour of the human body from molecules and cells to tissues and organ systems. Connects anatomy and physiology to health and disease. Special attention paid to the impact of personal choices on health and the intersection between health and society.
  
  • BIO-135 Organismal Biology


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to the biological sciences, including evolution, an overview of life’s diversity, plant biology, animal biology, and ecology. Emphasis on scientific thought processes, laboratory skills, and communication skills.
    Must be APSCI, ENVSCI, SCIED, or PRE-HEALTH major
  
  • BIO-136 College Molecular Cell Biology I


    (5 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to the biological sciences, including cell biology, physiology, and molecular biology. Emphasis on scientific thought processes, laboratory skills, and communication skills. For Applied Science and Science Education majors, and Biology minors.
    Prerequisite(s): Must be ABMB or pre, APSC or pre, ENSC, SCIED major or instructor consent
  
  • BIO-141 Plants and People


    (4 cr.)
    Global Perspective, Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science with Lab, Cross-disciplinary Issues
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Interdisciplinary investigation into the global economic and cultural importance of plants, how aspects of plant biology have played historical roles in shaping societies around the world, and the roles of plants in solving future societal problems. A special course fee applies.
  
  • BIO-150 Environmental Science


    (2 cr.)
    Global Perspective, Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science with Lab
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    The relationship of humans to the natural environment. Study of ecological principles in relation to contemporary problems such as resource utilization, human population dynamics, waste and pollution control.
  
  • BIO-199 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BIO-220 Physiology of Disabilities


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Causes, consequences, prognoses and treatments of diseases and injuries common in today’s society. Includes genetic disorders, birth defects, cancers, degenerative disorders, spinal cord injuries, cardiovascular abnormalities and immune disorders.
    Prerequisites: BIO-132  or BIO-234  
  
  • BIO-226 Contagious Diseases


    (3 cr.)
    Global Perspective, Analytic Reasoning & Natural Sciences - Natural Science, Cross-disciplinary Issues, Social Responsibility & Ethical Reasoning
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Survey of contagious diseases in humans. Includes pathogen types, transmission mechanisms, the human microbiome, and past and future epidemics. Historical and societal impacts of infectious agents as well as strategies of treatment and prevention. Contrasts of cultural approaches to contagious diseases worldwide. Role of education in preventing infections.
  
  • BIO-228 Community and Public Health


    (3 cr.)
    Analytic Reasoning and Natural Science, Social Responsibility and Ethical Reasoning, Global Perspective
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Factors that influence health and the roles of public policy, infrastructure, societal structure, communications, research, and health care on the well-being of individuals and populations at the local and global level.   
  
  • BIO-234 Physiology and Anatomy


    (4 cr.)
    Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science with Lab
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    The structure and function of the human organism at the cellular, organ, and organism levels with emphasis on the physiological control systems and the concept of homeostasis as the unifying concept in physiology.
    Prerequisites: take BIO 132 BIO 135 BIO 136 , or CHEM 115  or CHEM 135   
  
  • BIO-235 Molecular Cell Biology II


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Examination of molecular and cellular basis of eukaryotic life forms. Focus on bioenergetics, gene expression, signal transduction, and cancer. Laboratory manipulation of continuous eukaryotic cell lines.
    Prerequisites: take BIO 136  and CHEM-136  
  
  • BIO-242 Plant Biology


    (5 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to structure and function of plants and their role in matter and energy transformations. Survey of the plant kingdom including the evolution and life history of representative plant groups.
  
  • BIO-250 Chainsaw Safety Certification Levels 1 and 2


    (1 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Two day field course introducing chainsaw use, maintenance, and safety.  Chainsaw parts their function and care; proper care and use of personal protective equipment; creating a pre-fell plan and safety evaluation; and notching, felling, limbing, and bucking techniques.  Chainsaw safety certifications will be awarded upon completion.
  
  • BIO-252 Zoology


    (5 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Investigation of vertebrate and invertebrate animal life, including phylogenetics, systematics, physiology, and behavioral characteristics.
  
  • BIO-253 Wildlife Techniques


    (2 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Methods of wildlife field sampling and identification.
    Prerequisite: take BIO 242  or BIO 252  
  
  • BIO-258 Introductory Pharmacology


    (2 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to the targets of the action, routes of delivery, safety profiles, biotransformation, and elimination of medicines.  Pharmacological interventions for disorders of the major human organ systems including the cardiovascular system and disorders of mood.  Current advances using personalized medicine to select medications.
    Prerequisites: take BIO-132 , or BIO-234  or CHEM 115   or CHEM-135  
  
  • BIO-260 Ichthyology - Wisconsin Fishes


    (4 cr.)
    Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science with Lab
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to the study of fishes, including morphology, taxonomy, classification, evolution, behavior, and general ecology of fishes. Special emphases on field identification of Wisconsin fishes, management of Wisconsin fish populations, and global conservation of fishes.
  
  • BIO-262 Introduction to Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to the field of industrial hygiene and occupational health. The course focuses concepts, terminology, and methodology in the practice of industrial hygiene and identifies resource materials. The class is intended for students majoring in applied science, environmental science, biology, chemistry or health fields; or students wishing to pursue a graduate degree in risk control, safety, industrial hygiene or toxicology.

    Consult with advisor regarding course offerings.

  
  • BIO-270 Natural History of the Neotropics


    (4 cr.)
    Global Perspective, Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences - Natural Science with Lab
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Natural history of neotropical marine and terrestrial systems, including coral reefs and rainforests. Focus on patterns and processes underlying biodiversity of the tropics, including ecological principles, specific adaptations, and taxonomy of tropical biota. Introduction to human cultures of the neotropics and their historical and contemporary impacts on tropical diversity.
  
  • BIO-299 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BIO-306 General Microbiology


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to microbial life forms including Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya. Survey of microbial cell biology, physiology, molecular biology, ecology, and pathogenesis. Bacteriological and molecular methods used to identify microorganisms in natural and artificial environments.
    Prerequisite: take BIO-101  or any CHEM
  
  • BIO-322 Plant Pathology


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Principles and concepts of plant pathology, including the impact of plant disease to crop production, environment, and society.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings
    Prerequisite: BIO-242  

  
  • BIO-323 Dendrology


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Identification, collection, and biology of woody plant species, including trees, shrubs, and vines. Emphasis on species and systems from the Upper Midwest and economically valuable species.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings.
    Prerequisite: take BIO 101 , BIO 111 , BIO 141 , BIO 135 , BIO 242  or BIO 252  

  
  • BIO-324 Vascular Plant Taxonomy


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Plant classification, identification, and evolution. Focus on flowering plant families of the Upper Midwest. Field trips and plant collection required.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings
    Prerequisite: BIO-242  

  
  • BIO-325 Aquatic Vascular Plant Taxonomy


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Identification and collection of plant species located in aquatic habitats: lakes, rivers, and wetlands. Plant and community adaptations to aquatic and wetland environments. Emphasis on species and systems from the Upper Midwest.
    Verify with advisor for course offerings.
    Prerequisite(s): take BIO 242  
  
  • BIO-332 Genetics


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Principles of classic and molecular inheritance as they apply to microbes, plants, animals, and humans. Practical laboratory applications in heritable traits and genetic analysis.
    Prerequisites: take BIO 136 BIO 242 , or BIO 252  
  
  • BIO-334 Advanced Human Anatomy


    (2 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Cadaver-based regional exploration of human anatomy, including all major organ systems. BIO-334 (this course) and BIO 434  Cadaver Dissection cannot both be used for credit towards degree.
    Prerequisite: C or better in BIO 234  
  
  • BIO-336 Infection and Immunity


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Examination of the human immune system and infectious diseases including past epidemics as well as emerging infections in society.
    Prerequisites: Take either BIO-136  or BIO-306  or CHEM-311  
  
  • BIO-350 Ecology


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Interrelationships of organisms with their abiotic and biotic environments.
    Prerequisites: take BIO 135 BIO 242 , or BIO 252 , and take MATH 120  or higher
  
  • BIO-352 Restoration Ecology


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    The theory and practice of restoring and managing ecological communities. Laboratory emphasis on creating a management plan for a natural area. Weekend field trip(s) may be required.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings
    Prerequisite: take BIO 350    

  
  • BIO-355 Entomology


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Biology of insects and related arthropods, with emphasis on evolution, ecology, behavior, biodiversity, morphology, and systematics. Laboratory emphasizes identification and collection.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings
    Prerequisites: TakeBIO 111 , BIO 135 , BIO 136 , BIO 141 , BIO 242 , or BIO 252  

  
  • BIO-360 Introduction to Neuroscience


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Investigation of the human nervous system at the molecular, cellular and system level. Organization and function of neuronal cells, sensory receptors, sensory and motor pathways and integration centers. Introduction to electro- physiology, biochemistry of neurotransmitters and receptors, neuropharmacology, development of the nervous system, and consequences of neuronal disease and trauma.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings
    Prerequisites: BIO-132  or BIO-234  

  
  • BIO-361 Psychobiology


    (2 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Biological basis of human and animal behavior: evolution of physiological and behavioral adaptations of organisms to their environment.
  
  • BIO-362 Advanced Physiology


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Human physiology with emphasis on integration of the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, immune, renal, respiratory, digestive and endocrine systems. Cellular and molecular processes are studied. Computer simulations and experiments in frog physiology will be utilized.
    Prerequisites: C or better in BIO-234  
  
  • BIO-370 Advanced Molecular Biology


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Theoretical and hypothesis-driven laboratory experience in recombinant DNA and RNA techniques and their applications in biochemistry and molecular biology.
    Prerequisites: take BIO-235  and CHEM-201  
  
  • BIO-386 Introduction to Biostatistical Analysis


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Overview of quantitative analytical techniques applied to biological questions using the scientific method. Statistical procedures will encompass descriptive and inferential techniques including graphical display of data, quantitative description, hypothesis testing, and study design as applied to biological and health sciences.
    Prerequisites: Take BIO 135 , BIO 136 , BIO 242 , or BIO 252  ; and take MATH 121  or equivalent
  
  • BIO-399 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BIO-400 Molecular and Cellular Basis of Multiple Sclerosis


    (1 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Investigation of the molecular and cellular underpinnings of multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disorder. 
    Prerequisite(s): Junior level or higher
  
  • BIO-400 Special Topics in Biotechnology


    (1-2 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Topics of current or historical importance in the understanding of biotechnology. Designated topics announced prior to start of semester. May be repeated for elective credit.
    Must be Junior level or higher
  
  • BIO-425 Proteomics


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    State-of-the-art training in proteomics. Solutions to biological research questions and operation of proteomics equipment such as chromatography devices and mass spectrometers.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings
    Instructor’s Consent Required
    Prerequisite: take BIO-235  and CHEM-311  (co-enrollment in CHEM-311 is acceptable).

  
  • BIO-434 Cadaver Dissection


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Detailed regional exploration, through cadaver dissection, of human anatomical structures with emphasis on appendages, thorax and abdomen. Identification of muscles, blood vessels, nerves and organs.
    Prerequisites: Senior status and a B or higher in BIO-234  or permission of instructor
  
  • BIO-449 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BIO-450 Aquatic Ecology and Management


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Principles of lake ecology, water resources degradation, management, and restoration. Diagnosis of water quality problems and solutions with emphasis on field research techniques, empirical modeling, and nutrient budgetary approaches. Integrated research/service experiences.
    Please consult with advisor for course term offering(s).
    Prerequisites: take BIO 350  and CHEM-135   
  
  • BIO-451 Research Methods in Environmental Science


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Application of environmental research methods to investigate and propose solutions for environmental problems. Dissemination of research to a broader audience in both written and oral forms.
    BIO 350 AND (BIO 386 or concurrent enrollment) AND (ENGL 410 or concurrent enrollment) AND (senior standing or instructor consent)
  
  • BIO-452 Wetland Ecology and Delineation


    (4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Physical, biological, and biogeochemical processes that influence wetland systems. Wetland permitting, management, and restoration. Wetland delineation, including classification, hydrology, soils identification, and plant identification.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings
    Prerequisites: take BIO-242  or BIO 252  , and take CHEM-135  

  
  • BIO-460 Epidemiology


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Principles of epidemiology, determinants of major public health problems including infectious and chronic diseases, environmental health, and emerging threats.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings
    Prerequisites: take BIO 386  or STAT-320   

  
  • BIO-462 Environmental Toxicology


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Environmental toxins found in the air, water, and soil and their impacts on the health and well-being of humans, animals, and plants. Detection, measurement, analysis, and regulation of select classes of contaminants, including emerging contaminants of concern.

    Verify with advisor for course offerings.
    Please consult with advisor for course semester offerings.
    Prerequisites: take BIO 135 , BIO 136 , BIO 234 , BIO 242 , or BIO 252 ; and take CHEM 135  

  
  • BIO-470 Advanced Biotechnology


    (5 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Molecular biotechnology, including manipulation of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, computer analysis of genomic and proteomic data, and applications in the biotechnology industry.
    Instructor’s Consent Required
    Prerequisites: take BIO-235  and BIO 370  
  
  • BIO-489 Advanced Biology Experience


    (1-4 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Experiences leading to deeper understanding of biological principles.
    Instructor’s Consent Required
    Must be Junior level or higher
  
  • BIO-493 Bioinformatics Practicum


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Experiences leading to deeper understanding of bioinformatics through participation in a “linked-courses” interdisciplinary learning community. Students will complete a faculty-advised semester research project, write a senior thesis describing their project, present the results in an appropriate research forum, and participate in the learning community journal club.
    Prerequisite: take MSCS-492  
  
  • BIO-499 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent

Business Accounting

  
  • BUACT-149 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUACT-200 Financial-Managerial Accounting- Engineering Technology


    (2 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Survey of financial accounting concepts for a sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. Managerial accounting concepts will be covered in use of the annual report, with emphasis on financial statement analysis.
  
  • BUACT-201 Financial-Managerial Accounting


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Survey of financial accounting concepts for a sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation. Managerial accounting concepts will be covered in the use of the annual report, with emphasis on financial statement analysis including the cash flow statement and budgets.
    BS Engineering Technology, Industrial Management, Applied Science and Graphic Communication Management students only.
  
  • BUACT-206 Introduction to Financial Accounting


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction to accrual accounting using the accounting equation and accounting principles; includes preparing and analyzing basic financial statements, financial ratios, and accounting for sole proprietorships and partnerships.
    Must be Sophomore level or higher
  
  • BUACT-207 Introduction-Corporate and Managerial Accounting


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Study of accounting for corporations, methods of raising capital, analysis of financial statements, introduction to management accounting, product cost accounting systems, profit planning, management performance measures, and capital budgeting.
    Prerequisite: take BUACT-206  
  
  • BUACT-249 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUACT-299 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BUACT-312 Cost Accounting


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Emphasis on concepts and techniques of cost analysis. Application of cost information and discussion of techniques and budgeting.
    Prerequisite: take BUACT-206  
  
  • BUACT-320 Income Tax Accounting


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Introduction of accounting and legal concepts underlying individual federal income tax laws applicable to gross income, exclusions, business and non-business deductions, gains and losses, credits and tax computations.
    Prerequisite: take BUACT-206  
  
  • BUACT-335 Accounting for Management Decisions


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Principles, techniques and use of accounting information to make management decisions in planning, operating and controlling activities of a business. 
    Prerequisite: take BUACT-207  
  
  • BUACT-340 Business Finance


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Study of the techniques used to make investment, financing, and dividend decisions in order to maximize the value of the firm to its owners. Topics include: analysis of financial data in making investment decisions, working capital management, capital budgeting, capital structure, cost of capital, dividend policy and international finance.
    Prerequisite: take BUACT 207 STAT 130  (or higher), and MATH 123  (or higher)
  
  • BUACT-346 Seminar


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Current Topics in business. (Title will reflect specific business content.)
  
  • BUACT-349 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUACT-399 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BUACT-410 Manufacturing Cost Analysis


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Emphasis on concepts and techniques of cost analysis.  Application of cost information and discussion of techniques and budgeting for a manufacturer.
     

    Prerequisites: take BUACT 201   or BUACT 206  


  
  • BUACT-449 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUACT-498 Business Accounting Field Experience


    (1-2 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Off-campus work and study in an approved position to better understand the challenges of being an effective manager.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUACT-499 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent

Business Finance

  
  • BUFIN-227 Financial Wellness


    (3 cr.)
    Cross-disciplinary Issues
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Application of fundamental concepts utilized in making responsible financial decisions in every-day life with a focus on understanding psychological factors that influence financial decisions. Topics include goal setting, money management, spending, saving, and awareness of the biases inherent in financial decision-making processes today and in the future.
  
  • BUFIN-340 Business Finance


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Study of the techniques used to make investment, financing, and dividend decisions in order to maximize the value of the firm to its owners. Topics include: analysis of financial data in making investment decisions, working capital management, capital budgeting, capital structure, cost of capital, dividend policy and international finance.
    Prerequisites: take BUACT-207 , STAT 130  (or higher), and MATH-123  (or higher), or consent of instructor

Business International Business

  
  • BUINB-149 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUINB-249 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUINB-260 International Business


    (3 cr.)
    Global Perspectives
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Detailed analysis of international business functions including the global economy, financial systems, political structures, culture, and ethical implications of international business on sociocultural systems.
    Must be Sophomore level or higher
  
  • BUINB-299 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BUINB-338 International Logistics


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    International logistics strategy: customer service, inventory, transportation, packaging, warehousing, storage, exporting, licensure, joint ventures, ownership documentation, terms of trading, organization, financial and management skills.
    Prerequisites: take BUSCM-338  
  
  • BUINB-346 Seminar


    (3 cr.)
    Global Perspective
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Theory and practice of doing business in India by experiencing the culture first-hand. (Study abroad)
  
  • BUINB-349 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUINB-367 International Management


    (3 cr.)
    Global Perspectives
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Theory and practice of managing international organizations, including socio-cultural aspects and group dynamics of international businesses and service organizations.
    Prerequisites: Take BUMGT-304  
  
  • BUINB-399 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BUINB-449 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BUINB-485 International Marketing


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Principles and policies of marketing goods and services in international markets. Concepts, strategies and policies of world trade and multinational firms.
    Prerequisites: take BUMKG-330  
  
  • BUINB-488 International Business Practicum


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Assist an actual business in developing their international marketing plan. Students, under the supervision of a faculty member, determine a product’s foreign marketability.
    Department Consent
    Prerequisite: take BUINB-485  
  
  • BUINB-489 International Business Policies


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Students develop the ability to solve business problems in the international arena using a scientific approach to decision making by studying business cases on international policy formulation and administration, manufacturing, marketing, finance, accounting, personnel and public relations functions.
    Prerequisites: Take any BUINB course; and take either BUMGT-304  or BUMKG-330   or BUFIN 340  ; and take either ECON-201  or ECON-210  
  
  • BUINB-499 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent

Business Legal

  
  • BULGL-149 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BULGL-249 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BULGL-299 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BULGL-318 Business Law I


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Law and ethics relative to businesses including the American legal system, the Constitution, contracts, torts, agency and sale of goods are discussed and analyzed through the use of the Uniform Commercial Code, cases and problems. Examine the influence of technology and globalization on businesses with emphasis on law and business.
    Must be Junior level or higher
  
  • BULGL-319 Business Law II


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    A continuation of Business Law I; includes property, secured transactions, bankruptcy, estates, commercial paper, partnerships, and corporations.
    Prerequisites: take BULGL-318  
  
  • BULGL-346 Seminar


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Current Topics in business. (Title will reflect specific business content.)
  
  • BULGL-349 Cooperative Education Experience


    (1-8 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
    Department Consent
  
  • BULGL-399 Independent Study


    (1-3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: Yes
    Department Consent
  
  • BULGL-401 Legal Environment of Business


    (3 cr.)
    Repeatable for Credit: No
    Legal influences and the changing relationship of government and industry: regulatory legislation, ethical implications, administrative agencies, national policies and social control.
 

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