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

Course Descriptions


 

Industrial Technology

  
  • INT 4853 - Polymers and Composites.


    (2-2-3) S. Study of polymeric and composite material fundamentals, manufacturing processes and applications including plastics and rubber, polymeric composites and other composite materials.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    INT 1263; PHY 1151G, 1152G or 1351G, 1352G; and CHM 1310G and 1315G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • INT 4863 - Packaging Design, Specialty Inks, and Coatings.


    (2-2-3)  On-Demand.  Detailed study of the practical applications of package design for specific products including membrane switches, and theory of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) printing processes. Specialty inks and coatings such as conductive inks, UV inks, food-grade inks, and microencapsulated inks will be explored.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    INT 1363, INT 3343, junior standing; or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • INT 4943 - Manufacturing Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Survey of technical management areas in a manufacturing operation. This course will include but not be limited to a study of production control methods, plant layout, scheduling, inventory control, and other phases of planning, organizing, and controlling a manufacturing operation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3010 and either MAT 2110G or 1441G or permission of the instructor. WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • INT 4953 - Color Management Applications: Print, Textiles, Web, and other Substrates.


    (2-2-3) S or F.  Application of color theories, digital color reproduction, and quality control processes as they apply to color in the industries of printing, textiles, and web generated images.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Industrial Technology Majors:  INT 3343, Digital Media Technologies; Family & Consumer Sciences Majors: FCS 2244, Consumer Textiles: Care and Production, and FCS 3245, Textiles: Color Design Production; or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • INT 4970 - Special Topics in Technology.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-4) On Demand. Study of special topics and emerging areas in technology not ordinarily covered in standard courses. Topics to be announced. Study may include readings, reports, group discussions, and laboratory activities. May be repeated in a different topic.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 4

Journalism

  
  • JOU 2001G - Journalism and Democracy.


    (3-0-3)  F, S.  A study of the role of journalism in a democracy, the effects of the news media on society and the individual, the importance of an informed electorate in a free, diverse society, and the responsibility of citizens to know, think and speak out about public issues. MC 911

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 2091G - Journalism and Democracy, Honors.


    (3-0-3)  F, S.  A study of the role of journalism in a democracy, the effects of the news media on society and the individual, the importance of an informed electorate in a free, diverse society, and the responsibility of citizens to know, think and speak out about public issues.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the University Honors College. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 2101 - News Writing I.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. Introduction to the study and practice of gathering and writing information for news media. MC 919 WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “B” in English 1001G or a minimum grade of “C” in both English 1001G and English 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 2901 - Introduction to Copy Editing.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study of principles and practices of editing copy for various journalistic media. Emphasis on editing for accuracy, fairness, legal and ethical problems and proper style, grammar, word usage, and punctuation. MC920

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 2101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 2950 - Introduction to Visual Communication.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. Study of design, communication and visual communication theory, principles, and techniques that are essential to understanding photojournalism and journalism visual design. Students will test their understanding by applying theory to journalistic photography and design assignments. This course may be taken only by journalism majors and minors. Credit will not be given for both JOU 2950 and INT 1363.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3000 - Advanced Reporting and Research


    (2-2-3) On Demand. Advanced techniques of writing and reporting for news media. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 2101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3001 - Photojournalism.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. Photographic work in journalism with emphasis on photo content.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 2950 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3102 - Feature Writing.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study and practice of developing and writing feature material for newspapers and magazines, including information-gathering, marketing, and surveying the place of features in the print media. WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 2101 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3301 - Editing and Design for Newspapers


    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study of principles and practices of headline writing, of selecting and editing photos and graphics and of layout and design as used principally in newspapers.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in both JOU 2101 and JOU 2950 or permission of the instructor. Credit will not be given for both JOU 3301 and 3302.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3302 - Editing and Design for Targeted Audiences.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study of principles and practices of headline writing, of selecting and editing photos and graphics, and of layout and design as used principally by magazines and by public relations professionals attempting to reach targeted audiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in both JOU 2101 and 2950 or permission of the instructor. Credit will not be given for both JOU 3301 and 3302.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3401 - Journalism Practicum.


    (Arr-Arr-1) On Demand. (Credit/No Credit) Supervised, journalism-related experiences on student media outlets, focusing on information-gathering, writing, editing, photography, design, online journalism, electronic journalism and public relations on student media such as The Daily Eastern News, The Warbler, @Magazine, WEIU-TV-FM, and The Agency.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 2001 and a minimum grade of “C” in JOU 2101.

    Credits: 1
  
  • JOU 3501 - Principles of Advertising.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Principles of advertising with special emphasis on advertising design and sales for mass media.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3610 - Broadcast News Writing.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. Emphasis will be placed upon fitting news copy and coverage to station requirements and audience needs in varying market situations. This course will include news gathering, analysis, editing, and rewriting of wire service copy for broadcasting. Cross-listed with CMN 3610. WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 2101 or CMN 2575, or permission of instructor. Credit not granted for both JOU 3610 and CMN 3610.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3620 - Electronic News Gathering.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A study of the electronic news gathering process, editing, presentation and evaluation for radio and television. Creation of special programs for WEIU. Cross-listed with CMN 3620.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN/JOU 3610 or permission of instructor. Credit not granted for both JOU 3620 and CMN 3620.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3701 - Online Journalism.


    (1-0-1) On Demand. In-depth study of the implications of the Internet on journalistic media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of C in JOU 2950 or permission of the instructor and concurrent enrollment in JOU 3702.

    Credits: 1
  
  • JOU 3702 - Online Journalism Lab.


    (0-4-2) On Demand. In-depth laboratory for the design and production of journalistic Web sites using elements of design, photography, audio, and video as means of journalism delivery.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of C in JOU 2950 or permission of the instructor and concurrent enrollment in JOU 3701.

    Credits: 2
  
  • JOU 3705 - Public Relations Writing


    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study and practice of writing for public relations including news releases, brochures, newsletters, Web site copy and applications, for print, electronic, and new media. WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 2101 and JOU 2901 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3706 - Sports Writing


    (2-2-3) On Demand. Advanced techniques of writing and reporting on sports for print, online, and electronic media. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 2101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3800 - Advanced Editing


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A critical study of publication content, management, and copy editing for those preparing to work in print or online publications.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 2901 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3820 - Publicity Methods.


    (3-0-3) Publicizing events, products and organizations through the media. Practical application stressed. For those who will do publicity as part of their careers in business, family and consumer sciences, science, etc. Not open to journalism majors.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3903 - Women and the Media.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An overview of women’s roles as media participants and consumers. Effects of media treatment of women on society and individuals. Examination of the images and roles of women in media such as newspapers and magazines.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3920 - Public Relations in Society.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the impact public relations has in society with major emphasis on providing information to the media (publicity); establishing mutually beneficial relations (employee, consumer, and community relations); and serving as the organization’s conscience (counseling).

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3950 - Special Topics.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) On Demand. A course devoted to special topics in journalism. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours with permission of the department chairperson. WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 2001 and permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • JOU 3951 - Minorities and the Media.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A course devoted to the purpose, problems, and present status of the minority press in the United States, and to the treatment of minorities in the majority media. Students are encouraged to develop research interests and to present their discoveries through oral and written presentation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1002G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3952 - International Journalism and the World Press: Processes, Issues, Functions and Challenges.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A course devoted to the study of world press systems. The course will examine issues and processes of international news dissemination as well as the nature and functions of the press in selected countries/regions, with an emphasis on socio-political and economic factors.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 3953 - Perspectives on Sports and the Media.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An examination of the impact sports and the mass media have had and are continuing to have on each other. Focus on the history of sportswriting and sportsbroadcasting and the state of these fields today. Cross-listed with CMN 3953.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1001G and ENG 1002G; JOU 2001 or CMN 2520 or permission of instructor.  Credit not granted for both JOU 3953 and CMN 3953.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4001 - Newspaper Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Understanding of skills and attitudes necessary to publish a community newspaper.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 3000 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4102 - Journalism Ethics.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Ethical principles and issues of journalism; philosophical and professional standards of reporting and editing for newspapers, broadcast, and online journalism.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Junior Standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4275 - Journalism Internship.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) (Credit/No Credit) Actual training in a print or electronic news medium or in a related professional journalism environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 3000 and permission of the department chair.

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


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-6) On Demand. Consideration of special topics in Journalism. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Departmental Honors Coordinator. May be repeated for maximum of six semester hours.

    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • JOU 4555 - Honors Research.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-6) On Demand. In consultation with a faculty mentor, the student will design, execute and present the results of an original piece of research in Journalism using appropriate methodology.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Departmental Honors Coordinator. May be repeated for maximum of six semester hours.

    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • JOU 4644 - Honors Thesis.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3-6) On Demand. Original research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in Journalism approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator. Students in the Journalism Honors Program must complete at least three credit hours of thesis work.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Departmental Honors Coordinator. May be repeated for maximum of six semester hours.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • JOU 4666 - Honors Seminar.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-6) On Demand. Areas of investigation that require integration of Journalism and research on a topic approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Departmental Honors Coordinator. May be repeated for maximum of six semester hours.

    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • JOU 4750 - Independent Study.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) On Demand. Individual pursuit of in-depth study of selected topic in Journalism developed by student.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    75 semester hours and approval of the Department of Journalism chairperson. Course may be repeated for maximum of six semester hours with approval of Journalism chairperson. WI

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • JOU 4751 - Advanced Photojournalism.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Theory and practice of the photo essay, photo story and other extended forms of photojournalism from inception to display. Stresses magazine-style presentation in book, magazine and newspaper form.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 3001 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4760 - Advanced Publication Design.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study and application of advanced editing, typography, graphics, and the design of magazines, newspapers, public relations pieces, advertisements, and yearbooks.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 3301 or 3302 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4761 - Advanced New Media Design.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study and design of advanced forms of journalism and storytelling using emerging new media such as streaming audio, video, animations, virtual reality simulations and other means and media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 3701/3702 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4762 - Interactive Reporting and Design.


    (1-3-3) On Demand. Class will focus on the creation of interactive journalistic packages. Industry standard software (such as Flash) and the corresponding scripting languages will be used extensively. The course will emphasize how best to use interactive packages to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 3701/3702 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4770 - News Media Opinion Writing and Editing.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study and practice of how news media perform their opinion function, with emphasis on writing editorials and editing newspaper opinion pages. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 3000 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4771 - Communication Law.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. The study of the history and development of media law in the United States. Major emphasis will be placed on speech and press theories, libel, invasion of privacy, copyright, broadcast and advertising regulation, access to government records and meetings, access to court proceedings, and legal rights and limitations of new media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Junior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4801 - Issues in Supervising High School Publications.


    (1-0-1) On Demand. Study of the issues faced by advisers to high school publications with emphasis on adviser, administration and staff relationships; staff recruitment and motivation; publication, finance and management; and legal and ethical issues.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • JOU 4802 - Issues in Supervising High School Newspapers.


    (1-0-1) On Demand. Study of the issues faced by advisers to high school newspapers with emphasis on the adviser’s roles and duties; development and implementation of editorial policies; staff organization; development of content; and writing, editing, design and production.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 4801 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • JOU 4803 - Issues in Supervising High School Yearbooks.


    (1-0-1) On Demand. Study of the issues faced by advisers to high school yearbooks with emphasis on the adviser’s roles and duties; development and implementation of editorial policies; staff organization; development of content; and writing, editing, design and production.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 4801 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1
  
  • JOU 4804 - Special Topics in Supervising High School Publications.


    (1-0-1 or 2-0-2) On Demand. In-depth study of selected topics related to supervising high school publications. May be taken as many as three times with permission of the department chair.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 1 or 2
  
  • JOU 4900 - Journalism Seminar.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. In-depth study of various topics in journalism. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4919 - Public Relations Techniques.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Effective techniques of a public relations program including basic concepts and principles of the public relations profession, the roles and functions, planning, managing, and executing campaigns.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 3920. A minimum grade of “C” in JOU 3302. Credit will not be given for both JOU 4919 and CMN 4919.

    Credits: 3
  
  • JOU 4920 - Case Studies in Public Relations Problems.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Public relations case problems in industry, business, labor, education, government, social welfare and trade associations; the application of public relations techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 4919. Credit will not be given for both JOU 4920 and CMN 4920.

    Credits: 3

Latin

  
  • FLL 1101 - Elementary Latin I.


    (4-0-4) F. First semester of a four-semester sequence in which reading and translating Classical Latin are emphasized.

    Credits: 4
  
  • FLL 1102 - Elementary Latin II.


    (4-0-4) S. Second semester of a four-semester sequence in which reading and translating Classical Latin are emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLL 1101G, equivalent, or consent of the Instructor.

    Credits: 4
  
  • FLL 2201G - Intermediate Latin I.


    (4-0-4) On Demand. Review of grammar, the Latin subjunctive, readings from selected Latin authors. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLL 1101 or successful completion of 2-3 years of high school Latin or permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 4
  
  • FLL 2202G - Intermediate Latin II.


    (4-0-4) On Demand. Review of grammar, selected readings from Cicero, Caesar, Catullus, Virgil and Ovid. H1 900 WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    FLL 2201G or 3 to 4 years of high school Latin or permission of the Department Chairperson.

    Credits: 4

Latin American Studies

  
  • LAS 4400 - Latin American Studies.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) On Demand. Individual study of a topic of the student’s choice under the direction of a faculty member approved by the Chairperson of the Latin American Studies Committee. The student must submit and receive approval of a detailed study plan prior to central registration.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Enrollment in the Latin American Studies minor; consent of supervising faculty member and permission of the Chairperson of the Latin American Studies Committee.

    Credits: 3

Management

  
  • MGT 3091 - Management and Organization Behavior, Honors.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Organization fundamentals: objectives, functions, structure and operational procedures, interpersonal relationships, control and motivational systems, and communications.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Junior standing, admission to the University Honors College, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 3450 - Human Resource Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A survey of concepts relating to the personnel function: Recruitment, selection, compensation, labor relations, training and development, and performance appraisal.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3010 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
  
  • MGT 3470 - Commercial Law.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A survey of law of sales, commercial paper, secured transactions, debtor-creditor law, and bankruptcy.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2750, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 3480 - Law of Business Organizations.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A survey of the law of agency, partnerships, corporations, insurance, real estate and estates.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2750, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 3800 - Introduction to Operations Research.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An introduction to, and survey of, the quantitative methods and techniques of modern science to today’s problem of management decision-making. Topics include linear programming, network models, decision theory, and queuing theory. Includes application of computer software solution techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MAT 2110G or MAT 2120G, junior standing, admission to the School of Business or majoring in math or chemistry with a concentration in Chemistry Management or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 3830 - Managerial Communications.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A study of the preparation, organization, and presentation of written and oral research-oriented reports required for job-related assignments based on business or technical positions. WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Junior standing and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 3900 - Employment Law.


    (3-0-3)  S.   A study of the social and legal framework governing regulation of human resources management, including ethical principles, case law, statutes, and administrative rules. Topics include common law employment principles, federal and state regulation including equal employment opportunity laws, sexual harassment law, workers’ compensation, wage and hour statutes, and labor relations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2750, BUS 3010 and admission to the School of Business.  New course, effective Spring 2008.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 3970 - Study Abroad.


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

    Credits: 1 to 15
  
  • MGT 4275 - Internship in Management.


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

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the School of Business, BUS 3010, and approval of Internship Learning Agreement by the Associate Chair, School of Business. Up to 12 hours of internship credit may be counted for graduation.

    Credits: 1 to 12
  
  • MGT 4310 - Organizational Behavior.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A study of concepts and theories relating to the behavior of individuals and groups in organizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3010 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4320 - Small Business and Entrepreneurship.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Study of small business management and entrepreneurship. Topics include role of small business, knowledge needed to start a business, and the business plan.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3710 or 2710, BUS 3010 and 3470.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4330 - Entrepreneurial Law.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the laws, legal issues, and ethical issues affecting entrepreneurs and small businesses from business start up through daily operations to termination.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2750 and junior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4340 - Strategic Quality Management.


    (3-0-3)  F.  Fundamentals of the principles, philosophies, and tools of quality management. This course provides an overview of historical and current approaches including Deming’s principles, the Malcolm Baldrige Award, Six Sigma, and ISO 9000 with emphasis on understanding statistical process control, control charts, and acceptance sampling.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3010, BUS 3950, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4370 - Compensation Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A comprehensive analysis of the compensation management processes and practices in organizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3010 and MGT 3450, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4450 - Labor Relations and Employment Law.


    (3-0-3) F. A study of the legal framework governing regulation of human resource management, including equal employment opportunity laws, workers’ compensation, occupational safety and health, labor law, and grievance resolution.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2750, MGT 3450, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.  This course will be deleted and replaced by MGT 3900, effective Spring 2008 (CAA 3/30/06)

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4500 - Employee Staffing and Development.


    (3-0-3) S. A study of human resource management with an emphasis on staffing and development functions. Topics include workforce planning, recruitment, selection, training and development in human resource management.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MGT 3450 and MGT 3900 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4550 - Current Issues in Human Resources Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the current issues in Human Resource Management (HRM). Topics include current trends, issues and their applications in HRM.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MGT 3450 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4600 - International Business Policy and Operation.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Contemporary theories and practices in management of international business firms.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Junior standing, ECN 3860 or permission of the instructor, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4650 - Management Seminar.


    (3-0-3)  F, S.  Capstone seminar in management focusing on current issues.  Students will integrate key management approaches into a framework for analyzing issues in the current global business environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MGT 3450, MGT 3830, MGT 4310, and senior standing.  Course is limited to senior management majors.  New course, effective Spring 2008. (CAA 3/30/06; CGS 4/18/06)

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4700 - Special Topics in Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of management techniques: What they are, how to use them, and the results that might be expected from their application.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3010, admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. Specific additional prerequisites will depend on the topic.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 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 3010, 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
  
  • MGT 4800 - Management of Innovation and Technology.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of the development, adoption and implementation of new technology in industry. The focus is on the integration of business and technology strategies. Cross-listed with INT 4800.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Senior standing and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4850 - Project Management.


    (3-0-3)  F, S.  An introduction to project management principles, methods, and tools used to plan, organize, and control projects. Students are required to use project management software.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3010, BUS 3500, BUS 3950, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the chair.  New course, effective Fall 2007.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 4950 - Management Consulting Research.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) On Demand. Students in this course will be provided with the opportunity to perform consulting service for small business firms in east central Illinois.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Senior or graduate standing in the School of Business and admission to the School of Business or the permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3

Marketing

  
  • MAR 3490 - Business-to-Business Marketing.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Development of comprehensive programs of product, pricing, promotion, and distribution strategies for marketing to businesses and not-for profit organizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470, and admission to School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAR 3550 - Marketing as a Profession.


    (3-0-3) F, S. This course is an intermediate course that builds on knowledge from principles of marketing to prepare students to make operational decisions within the product, place, promotion and price areas. The course develops student ability to find and organize information used for decision-making. The course introduces the format of a comprehensive marketing strategy and prepares students for the advanced, integrative, Marketing Strategies course. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470, admission to the School of Business or permission of Associate Chair. This course is restricted to marketing majors and is a required course for the major.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MAR 3720 - Consumer Behavior.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A study of how and why people obtain, consume, and dispose of products: the role of the consumer in marketing.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470 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
  
  • MAR 3780 - Promotion Management.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Development of comprehensive, non-personal, promotional campaigns to effectively communicate product offerings and organizational messages to target audiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470 and admission to the School of Business or to the Advertising Minor or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAR 3860 - Marketing Research.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Nature and scope of marketing research; scientific method and research designs; specific marketing research procedures; research report and follow-up; and problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 2810, BUS 3470, and admission to the School of Business or to the Advertising Minor or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAR 3875 - Retail Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. The objective of the course is to provide a framework for analyzing internal and external environment factors which affect the firm’s retailing activities. Emphasis is placed on the firm’s decisions and policies relating to demand analysis, spatial decisions, merchandise policies, pricing strategy, and promotion activities. Consideration is also given to retail control methods.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470 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
  
  • MAR 3970 - Study Abroad.


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

    Credits: 1 to 15
  
  • MAR 4100 - Special Topics in Marketing.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Special topics in marketing. Topics to be announced.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470, admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. Specific additional prerequisites will depend on the topic.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAR 4275 - Internship in Marketing


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

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the School of Business, BUS 3470, 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
  
  • MAR 4470 - Professional Sales.


    (3-0-3) F, S. Students develop professional sales presentations through the application of both oral and written communication skills in the determination and satisfaction of buyers’ needs.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAR 4480 - Sales Management.


    (3-0-3) S. This course encompasses the study of the marketing management function of planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the sales efforts, emphasizing effective structure, supervision, and evaluation of the outside sales force and the sales support organization.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MAR 4470 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAR 4490 - International Marketing.


    (3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to foreign trade with emphasis on international marketing institutions, cooperation, and technical features of overseas operations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAR 4700 - Marketing Strategies.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A study of the analysis, planning, implementation and control of marketing activities which are designed to achieve consumer satisfaction and the objectives of the organization.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    BUS 3470, MAR 3490, MAR 3550, MAR 3720, MAR 3860, MAR 4470, senior standing, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAR 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, BUS3470, 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

Mathematics and Computer Sciences

  
  • MAT 1020 - Diagnostic Mathematics.


    (0-3-1) F, S. (Credit/No Credit) MAT 1020 is not a specific course but an opportunity for those students who are under-prepared in the area of mathematics. This course is designed for elementary and middle level education majors and is to be taken simultaneously with MAT 1420. The purpose of this course is to strengthen the mathematical skills needed to successfully complete MAT 1420. Does not count toward graduation; does not count in cumulative GPA.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MAT 1070 - Diagnostic Mathematics.


    (0-3-1)  F, S. (Credit/No Credit) MAT 1070 is not a specific course but an opportunity for those students who are under-prepared in the area of mathematics. This course is designed for students enrolled in MAT 1270 and is to be taken simultaneously with MAT 1270. The purpose of this course is to strengthen the mathematical skills needed to successfully complete the MAT 1270-1271 sequence. Does not count toward graduation; does not count in cumulative GPA.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MAT 1099 - Microcomputer Programming with Applications.


    (1-2-2) Microcomputer programming in BASIC through algorithmic thinking. Applications of microcomputers to various disciplines, current technology, and graphics. Credit is not given for this course if student has credit for another college-level programming course.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MAT 1160G - Mathematics: A Human Endeavor.


    (3-0-3) Development of mathematical reasoning and problem solving, through concentrated study of three or four topics. Areas may include logic, sets, probability, statistics, graph theory, number theory, and/or geometry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1001G; and satisfactory completion (C or better) of high school Geometry and Intermediate Algebra, or MAT 1271. This course should not be considered as preparatory for other courses in mathematics. M1 904

    Credits: 3
  
  • MAT 1170G - Problem Solving.


    (3-0-3) F, S. A writing-intensive course in which students are presented with challenging problems in mathematics and are required to develop their own problem solving strategies and tactics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1001G; and satisfactory completion (C or better) of high school Geometry and Algebra II, or MAT 1271. This course should not be considered as preparatory for other courses in mathematics. WI

    Credits: 3
 

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