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2006-2007 EIU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2006-2007 EIU Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

English

  
  • ENG 4801 - Integrating the English Language Arts.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Strategies for integrating the English language arts, including literature, composition, speech, drama, and works in other media such as film. Attention to pedagogical theory and its practical applications. (Group1) WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G, 3001; SED 3330 and EDP 3325; for ISEP students, SED 3000 and 3100; for Middle Level Education majors, MLE 3110.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4850 - Studies in Third World Literatures.


    (3-0-3) F. Focused study of major region, theme or writers in nonwestern or third world literatures. Readings are studied in their socio-cultural and historical contexts. May be taken twice with permission of the Department Chairperson. (Group 6) WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4901 - History of the English Language.


    (3-0-3) F. Historical, geo-graphic, and social dialects of English; phonological changes and other alterations in the structure and vocabulary of the English language. (Group 1) WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4903 - Young Adult Literature.


    (3-0-3) S. Study of literature written for and about adolescents with emphasis on various genres, movements, themes, and major writers. (Group 6) WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4905 - Studies in Children’s Literature.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Studies in-depth of some aspect of children’s literature. Topics to be announced. May be taken twice with permission of the Department Chairperson. (Group 6). WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4906 - Problems in the Teaching of English.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Advanced pedagogy course on various topics, such as the teaching of composition, the teaching of literature, the teaching of language. Topics to be announced. May be taken twice with permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G and 3401 or 3402 or permission of the instructor. (Group 6) WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENG 4950 - Literary History and Bibliography.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A historical study of British and American literary periods, schools, figures, and genres, with emphasis on current resources, methods, and theories in research and bibliography. Required of and enrollment limited to English majors. (Group 1) WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3

Family and Consumer Sciences

  
  • FCS 1000 - Foundations of Family and Consumer Sciences.


    (2-0-2) F, S. Foundations of the discipline of family and consumer sciences, including history and mission; role in meeting the needs of individuals and families; the integrative nature of the profession; and career opportunities.

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 1120 - Food Selection and Preparation.


    (2-2-3) F, S. Food selection considerations and basic food preparation practices.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 1121 - Food Service Sanitation.


    (1-0-1) F, S. Food production and food service sanitation and safety standards and regulations for food service operations including food storage, food handling practices and food borne illnesses.

    Credits: 1
  
  • FCS 1800 - Life Span Human Development.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Growth and development of the individual from conception through senescence. Influence of family and society on individual development in each stage of the life cycle.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2000 - Family Perspectives.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Perspectives to understanding and analyzing family structure and function, interpersonal dynamics, individual family roles, the role of the family in society, and the formative influences of heritage and culture. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1000.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2100 - Nutrition in a Global Society.


    (3-0-3) Study of the impact of individual food behaviors on the nutritional status of individuals, families, and the global society and the identification of behavior change strategies to positively influence health outcomes.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2140 - Quantity Food Production.


    (2-2-3) F, S. Practical experience in quantity food production, menu planning, recipe standardization and quality improvement.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1120, FCS 1121, and FCS 2100.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2190 - Nutrition in a Global Society, Honors.


    (3-0-3) F. Study of the impact of individual food behaviors on the nutritional status of individuals, families, and the global society and the identification of behavior change strategies to positively influence health outcomes.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the University Honors College.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2231 - Sociology of Clothing.


    (3-0-3) F. Significance of sociological logical and psychological reasons for clothing selection; political and economic trends affecting clothing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2232 - Historic Costume and Fashion Analysis.


    (3-0-3) S. A historic study of costume (apparel) design and production development as related to current fashion.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2233 - Fashion Distribution Systems.


    (3-0-3) F. Analysis of businesses that distribute and sell both hard and soft lines of fashion goods; emphasis on identification of target customers, organizational structure, promotional activities, and human resource considerations for these types of businesses.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2234 - Clothing and Soft Goods Construction.


    (1-4-3) F, S. A study of basic principles of clothing construction processes.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2244 - Consumer Textiles: Care and Production.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Study of family clothing, common household and commercial textile product development as it relates to the consumer.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2250 - Consumer Technology.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Overview of consumer technology principles, effective decision making, resource management, marketing, paradigms, trends and roles of entities; ethical and consequential impact of technology rejection, adoption and disposal on diverse consumers, families and environmental resources in the global marketplace.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2270 - Housing.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Effect of housing on individuals and families; emphasis on housing selection as determined by needs, resources, legal, and financial aspects.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2700 - The Hospitality Industry.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Overview of the hospitality industry with focus on history, career opportunities, maintaining industry standards, and organizational structures of various types of hospitality ventures. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    The course was formerly FCS 3790.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2740 - Lodging Operations.


    (3-0-3) S. Examines hotel and resort rooms division management and operating procedures, including front desk and housekeeping operations and guest relations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2784 - Hospitality Sales and Service.


    (3-0-3) F. An analysis of marketing methods used by sales and service departments in hospitality businesses with an emphasis on selling, planning for, and servicing group meeting and convention business.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700 and FCS 2740.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2800 - Family Relationships.


    (3-0-3) Study of the family as the basic unit of society; personal relationships, and family interaction throughout the family cycle. WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2831 - Women in Contemporary Society.


    (3-0-3) F, S. An interdisciplinary study of the emergence of women as a viable force in contemporary society.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 2850 - Child Development.


    (3-0-3) F, S. The physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of the pre-school child.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3000 - Family Resource Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Family resource management and management theory and application, including individual and family decision-making behavior related to acquisition and allocation of resources in socially responsible ways. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1000 and FCS 2000.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3120 - Food Science.


    (2-4-4) S. Scientific principles underlying food preparation and processing; principles of experimental methodology as applied to food science. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 2430/2435, FCS 1120, FCS 1121, and MAT 2250G.

    Credits: 4
  
  • FCS 3151 - Community Nutrition.


    (3-0-3) F. Factors influencing human nutrition needs and eating patterns and related counseling and educational techniques for use in the community setting.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3233 - Fashion Buying.


    (3-0-3) S. Analysis of the buying of fashion in the areas of clothing and home furnishings. Emphasis on decision-making applications to merchandise assortment, pricing, inventory control, and profit.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2233 and BUS 2101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3245 - Textiles: Color Design Production


    (3-0-3) F, S. This upper level course will focus on molecular (polymer) structure and its influence on design, fabrication, coloration and manufacturing of apparel, home and commercial textiles.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2244; Computer and World Wide Web proficiency required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3280 - Interior Design.


    (3-0-3) Study of design, construction, selection, and arrangement of furnishings for residential spaces considering different life styles.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3300 - Consumer Education.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A study of factors affecting the buymanship of food, clothing, housing, transportation, credit, and insurance. Credit not granted for both FCS 3300 and CTE 3000.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3340 - Club Management.


    (3-0-3) S.  A study of the organization, administration, operations and opportunities within the club industry with emphasis on the manager’s duties.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700 and BUS 2101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3750 - Independent Study in Family and Consumer Sciences.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) Provides opportunity for in-depth study of family and consumer sciences subjects for which there is not an established course. May be taken for credit only once.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prior approval by the instructor and the chair.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 3755 - Nutrition Across the Lifespan.


    (3-0-3)  F.  Concepts of normal human nutrition with emphasis on nutrient needs throughout the lifespan.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100, CHM 1410G, CHM 1415G, BIO 2001G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3784 - Commercial Quantity Food Production.


    (1-8-5) F, S.  An experiential based course where students develop the skills needed to plan, produce and serve meals to customers in a commercial setting.  Topics and activities include menu planning, procurement, food production, customer service, marketing and management of meal functions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1120, FCS 1121, FCS 2700.

    Credits: 5
  
  • FCS 3786 - Hospitality Operations and Cost Control.


    (3-0-3) S. Integration of hospitality industry operations with emphasis on concepts and application of hospitality managerial accounting to hospitality operations, evaluations and decision making.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700 and BUS 2101.  (This course was formerly FCS 3796.)

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3800 - Family Life and Sex Education.


    (3-0-3) To prepare professionals such as family service personnel, educators, and parents to work with individuals and families at various stages in the family life cycle in the area of family life and sex education.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 3820 - The Family in Social Change.


    (2-0-2) F. The study of social change in the family and recent trends in family life and family life education.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1800 or FCS 2800.

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 3853 - Practicum in Child Development.


    (1-4-3) F, S. A laboratory experience focused on the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of the older toddler and preschool-age child. Includes program organization, child and group guidance, parent-teacher relationships, naturalistic observation, and child study. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2850 or ELE 2320 or 2321 or PSY 3515 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4000 - Professional Focus of Family and Consumer Sciences.


    (2-0-2) F, S. Professional integrative focus on the discipline of family and consumer sciences and preparation for professional practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1000, FCS 2000, FCS 3000 and completion of 75 hours.

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 4150 - The Profession of Dietetics.


    (1-0-1) F. An overview of the field of dietetics, including an in-depth look at the numerous opportunities in dietetics and the application process for the post-baccalaureate dietetic internship.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of 75 hours.

    Credits: 1
  
  • FCS 4230 - Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in family and consumer sciences not usually covered in other courses. Study may include readings, reports, and group discussions. May be repeated for credit if a different topic is taught.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4235 - International Special Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences.


    (1-0-1) or (2-0-2) or (3-0-3) On Demand. Focused study of international topics in foods/nutrition, family studies, consumer affairs, housing, and/or other areas related to family and consumer sciences with variable course content. Intended to provide international focus and in-depth study of current topics not covered in other courses. May be repeated for credit if a different topic is taught.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4238 - Principles of Pattern Design.


    (0-6-3) S. Principles of designing clothing and the translation of these designs into an original pattern.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2234 or permission of the instructor.  (Note:  This course will be replaced by FCS 4838, effective Spring 2007.)

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4275 - Internship.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3 to 9) (Credit/No Credit) An individually-planned work experience in a business or agency appropriate to the student’s area of specialization.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 4000, junior standing, permission of the Chair of the School of Family and Consumer Sciences, and acceptance of the student by a business or agency.

    Credits: 3 to 9
  
  • FCS 4300 - Consumer Issues.


    (2-0-2) F, S. Current issues and problems confronting individuals and families in managing their resources.   WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 3300. 

    Credits: 2
  
  • FCS 4340 - Conventions and Trade Shows.


    (3-0-3) F.  Organization, arrangement and operation of conventions, trade shows, and concessions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2101, BUS 3470, FCS 2700, and FCS 3786.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4345 - Hospitality Administration.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Administrative aspects of hospitality businesses with emphasis on hotels, motels, beds and breakfasts, and eco-lodges.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2101, BUS 3010, BUS 3470, FCS 2700, FCS 3786, FCS 4000, and FCS 4275.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4350 - Dining Room Management.


    (3-0-3) F. Examines the basic principles of dining room service and management, including classic and contemporary methods of service, dining room organization, service quality standards, beverage management and service, cost control, customer service relations, and supervisory techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2140 or FCS 3784 and BUS 2101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4440 - Undergraduate Research.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3)  On Demand.  This course provides the opportunity for undergraduate students to perform individualized laboratory or theoretical research in collaboration with a faculty member.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Cumulative GPA of 2.50; at least junior status and permission of supervising faculty member.  May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FCS 4444 - Honors Independent Study.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Consideration of special topics in family and consumer sciences. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors College and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4555 - Honors Research.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) In consultation with a faculty member, the student designs, executes, and writes the results of an original piece of research. Any methodology may be utilized.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4644 - Honors Thesis.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) Intensive research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in family and consumer sciences approved by faculty supervisor and the Departmental Honors Coordinator. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4750 - Advanced Human Nutrition.


    (3-0-3) S. Emphasis on biochemical functions of nutrients in the study of human nutrition.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 1310G, 1315G, 1410, 1415, 2430, 2435, and 3300; FCS 2100 and 3755; and BIO 2001G; or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4751 - Nutrition Therapy.


    (4-0-4) F. Application of the science of nutrition to the maintenance of optimum health and the role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of disease.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CHM 2430/2335, FCS 2100, and FCS 3755.

    Credits: 4
  
  • FCS 4752 - Focus on Diabetes.


    (1-0-1) S. In-depth study of diabetes, including the roles of medical nutrition therapy, pharmaceutical therapy, and exercise to promote self-management of diabetes.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • FCS 4753 - Nutrition and the Addicted Person.


    (1-0-1) S. Consideration of nutrition needs and eating problems of addicted persons; nutrition management and treatment plans.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100.

    Credits: 1
  
  • FCS 4755 - Nutrition for Physical Performance.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Examination of metabolism and energy systems related to physical performance. Planning optimum diets for performance. Examine/evaluate controversial practices that may influence metabolism and performance.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100 and BIO 2001G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4756 - Adult Weight Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S.  Adult Weight Mgt.  Study of economic and health impact of overweight/obesity on individuals and society as well as the application of weight management therapies for treatment.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2100 and BIO 2001G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4760 - Hospitality Franchising.


    (3-0-3) S. Analysis of the franchise concept, the franchisee-franchisor relationship, legal regulations impacting the operation of a franchised hospitality business, and an analysis of current franchise opportunities in the hospitality industry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2700, FCS 2740, FCS 3784, FCS 3786, BUS 2101, and BUS 2710.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4770 - Consumer Decisions in the Marketplace.


    (3-0-3) F. Use of personal and family resources to improve consumer decision-making including discussion of government and business influences.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 3300 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4780 - Living Environments.


    (3-0-3) S. Planning living spaces for families considering environment, design, space, and materials in relation to family needs and resources.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2270 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4790 - Interior Design Practices.


    (3-0-3) F. Creating interior spaces considering style, materials, presentation techniques, and the design process.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 3280 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4820 - Death and Dying.


    (3-0-3) Issues of death and dying and their implications for individuals and their families.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4838 (4238) - Pattern Development & Design.


    (2-2-3) S.  Application of flat patterning theories and techniques to create original apparel and accessory products using industry state-of-the-art patterning software.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2234, Principles of Clothing Construction, or graduate student status or permission of instructor after evaluation of clothing construction samples.  (Note:  This course replaces FCS 4238, effective Spring 2007.)

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4840 - The Disadvantaged Family.


    (3-0-3) Low income and minority group families and their values, needs, problems, and practices.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1800 or FCS 2800.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4845 - The Family in Crisis.


    (3-0-3) In-depth study of major crisis situations faced by families. Some emphasis on resources that offer help to families faced with crisis situations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1800 or FCS 2800.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4846 - Aging and the Family.


    (3-0-3) Aging as a phase in the family developmental process and the consequent effect.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1800 or FCS 2800.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4851 - Infant Development.


    (2-2-3) Study of current theories and research on infant and toddler development and care. Application of knowledge through supervised observation and participation in Family and Consumer Sciences Infant Development Laboratory.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 2850 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4854 - Parent-Child Study and Community Involvement.


    (3-0-3) Detailed study of parent-child interaction and community involvement; in-depth study of parent education programs, methodology, and techniques. Observations required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4859 - Administration of Child Care Programs.


    (3-0-3) Organization, administration, curricula, facilities, licensing, parent involvement/education, and types of child care programs are presented. Observation required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4860 - Addictions and the Family.


    (3-0-3) F. Study of the interaction effects between the addicted person and the family and significant others; educational techniques and family intervention strategies for families of addicted persons.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FCS 1800 or FCS 2800.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4926 - Public Presentation Techniques.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Development of visual merchandising techniques and materials to present goods and services in relationship to functional and aesthetic concerns.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Graduate Status or FCS 1000, FCS 2244.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FCS 4940 - Food Systems Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Organization and administration of food service systems, human resource management, cost control, food purchasing, facility and equipment planning.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2101, BUS 3010, FCS 1120, FCS 1121, and FCS 2140 or 3784, or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3

Finance

  
  • FIN 3300 - Fundamentals of Financial and Tax Planning.


    (3-0-3) S. An introduction to the financial and tax planning process.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the School of Business and BUS 3710, or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3720 - Investments.


    (3-0-3) F, S. The study of investment theories and practices for implementing investment goals in relation to risk-return tradeoffs.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2710 with a C or better or BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better, BUS 2810, and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business, or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3730 - Financial Markets: Commodities, Derivatives, and Securities.


    (3-0-3) F, S. The course provides comprehensive discussion of the financial sector including financial markets, determination of interest rates, and valuation and uses of derivative securities. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3740 - Real Estate Fundamentals.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of theory and practice in real estate, with social, legal and economic implications.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Chair, School of Business.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3750 - Management of Financial Institutions.


    (3-0-3) F, S. The management, organizational structure, regulatory environment, and risks of financial institutions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better or BUS 2710 with a C or better, and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business, or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3760 - Real Estate Investment


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the unique characteristics of real property and the application of standard finance concepts to real estate investment analysis with considerations for mixed asset portfolios.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better; FIN 3720; and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3770 - Working Capital Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. The management of the short-term assets and liabilities of a business. Includes financial forecasting, banking and bank relationships, short-tem sources and uses of funds.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a C or better or BUS 2710 with a C or better, and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business, or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3780 - Long-Term Financial Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. The management of the long-term assets and liabilities of a business. Includes capital budgeting, capital structure, cost of capital, and dividend decisions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3900 - Risk and Insurance.


    (3-0-3) On Demand The study of risk management to include life, health, property, and liability insurance.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2102 and BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better, ECN 2802G, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 3970 - Study Abroad.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.

    Credits: 1 to 15
  
  • FIN 4110 - Special Topics in Finance.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Topics to be announced. May be repeated for different topics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710, with a grade of C or better, admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. Specific additional prerequisites will depend on the topic.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 4200 - Portfolio Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to constructing and managing investment portfolios. The emphasis is on maximizing investors’ risk-adjusted returns through security selection and diversification.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FIN 3720 and FIN 3730, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 4220 - Applied Securities Analysis.


    (3-0-3) F, S. An integration of investment and portfolio management concepts with applications to real-time portfolio management. Students research, recommend, and execute buy/sell orders. Topics include analyst research, research report writing, portfolio manager decision-making, and development of skills to recognize anomalies in security markets.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FIN 3720 and FIN 3730, admission to the School of Business, and permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 4275 - Internship in Finance.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-12) (Credit/No Credit) Monitored work or service experience requiring development and application of finance knowledge and skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the School of Business, BUS 3710, and approval of Internship Learning Agreement by School of Business Associate Chair. Up to 12 hours of internship credit may be counted for graduation.

    Credits: 1 to 12
  
  • FIN 4300 - Retirement and Estate Planning.


    (3-0-3) S. An integration of the financial planning process, concepts and applications into structuring planning for retirement and the transfer of assets through a will, or trusts and gifts.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the School of Business and BUS 3710, or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 4400 - Financial Analysis and Planning


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A seminar approach to studying the contemporary issues concerning analysis of firm performance and development of financial plans to support the firm’s strategic objectives.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better, FIN 3720, FIN 3730, FIN 3770, and FIN 3780.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 4740 - Independent Study


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive investigation of a topic under the supervision of an instructor. Enrollment is by application.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the School of Business, BUS 3710, senior standing, cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or higher, consent of the supervising instructor and approval of a completed application by the Associate Chair, School of Business, prior to registration.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • FIN 4820 - International Finance.


    (3-0-3) F. Financial aspects of operating multinational firms. Topics included are international markets, exchange rate theories, foreign trade financing, and both raising funds and investing resources internationally.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better, FIN 3730, ECN 3860 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • FIN 4830 - Current Issues in Finance.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A seminar approach to studying the contemporary issues of concern in the fields of corporate finance, investments, and financial markets and institutions.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 with a grade of C or better, FIN 3720, FIN 3730, FIN 3770, FIN 3780.

    Credits: 3

Foreign Language/English

  
  • FLE 2050 - Comparative Language Structures.


    (3-0-3) F. Introduction to phonetics, morphology and lexicology with emphasis on French, German, Latin and Spanish. No prerequisite, but Foreign Languages 1102 or equivalent is recommended.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FLE 2061G - German Literature in Translation.


    (3-0-3) F, S, or Su. This course is designed to introduce students to a representative sample of German literature and literary movements from 1750 to 1950. Course is taught in English. All texts are in English translation. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1001G and ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • FLE 2062G - Hispanic Literature in Translation.


    (3-0-3) F, S, or Su. This course is a survey of representative works of Hispanic Literature in English translation. Course is taught in English. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1001G and ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
 

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