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Courses

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Hospitality Management
  

  • HM 3825 - Events Management (3)

    Theoretical and practical foundations for effective twenty-first century event management including research, design, planning, coordinating, and evaluating of professional events. It will be experiential, hands on learning class. Class will discuss definitions, categories of event planning, and current issues/trends of event management. Students will be assigned event projects in the semester which they will be expected to participate in the planning and execution and attend the event. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall.
  

  • HM 3830 - Hospitality and Tourism Marketing (3)

    Highlights the conceptual, descriptive and strategic issues involved in identifying and capturing tourism and hospitality marketing opportunities. It focuses on major marketing decisions that tourism and hospitality managers face in generating and sustaining demand for their products and services. Students examine the guidelines for formulating destination-orientated marketing goals and strategies; covers the trend issues and challenges influencing destination marketing and the elements that combine to create a marketing plan. Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall.
  

  • HM 3835 - Facilities Management (3)

    Develops a facility management strategy including planning, safety, security, service delivery, maintenance, building performance management, and sustainable facilities. Students will differentiate between client needs and available resources and propose capital purchases and maintenance schedules. Additional focus will be spent on audio visual equipment and needs for events. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • HM 3844 - Restaurant Operations (3)

    Front-of-house operational management skills are developed including service, labor management, customer expectations, and money management in-class and practice using restaurant simulation software. Back-of-house skills covered include production management, sanitation, safety, supervision, and equipment management. Food and beverage marketing and management are covered and service standards are demonstrated in on-campus catering events. Prerequisite(s): ServSafe Certification and either FOOD 3333  or ACCT 1101 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Spring.
  

  • HM 3845 - Small Business Operations Analysis (3)

    Many small businesses have a disconnect between the business plan and the management of day to day operations. This course is intended to provide the necessary practice of using relevant software for functions such as (but not limited to): setting up and charting accounts; recording transactions with customers, vendors and employees; understanding and analyzing small business financial reports; and, developing decision processes for future operations. Sales forecasting, revenue management, labor management, production management, cost projections, and financial statements are created and interpreted. A decision-based project is created, presented and completed. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1101 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall.
  

  • HM 3870 - Digital Hospitality Management (3)

    Introduction to the digital mediums and understanding of methods for handling interactive digital media used within the hospitality industry. Evaluate effectiveness of digital mediums from customer perspective. Assess the strength of an organization’s customer service management through the technological medium and utilize the information for customer satisfaction. An additional fee is associated with this course. Spring.
  

  • HM 3880 - Internship (1-3)

    Provides industry experience for students in the BSBA in Hospitality Management. Appropriate internship sites can include hotels, resorts, restaurants, theme parks, Convention & Visitor’s Bureau and other businesses in the Hospitality & Tourism industry. Three credit hours must be with same employer. Only available for Pass/Fail credit. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • HM 4000 - Special Projects in Hospitality Management (1-3)

    Investigation of current problems and issues in hospitality management. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • HM 4810 - Internship (1-5)

    Hospitality businesses provide undergraduate students who have demonstrated a high level of commitment to the hospitality industry through their academic performance and practical experience with the opportunity to grow their careers before graduation. These management internship experiences allow students to work in properties in a few departments to gain valuable experience with industry leaders. Students have an opportunity to experience the culture of the organization which can help them determine if it could be the right career fit for them upon graduation. Students are expected to take the initiative to be immersed in the operation of a hotel or restaurant departments, understand the day-to-day operations and managerial functions. Only available for Pass/Fail credit. Prerequisite(s): HM 3810  and junior or senior standing. Five credit hours must be with same employer. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • HM 4820 - Sustainability and Operations Management (3)

    Personal definitions and ability to impact an operation and society are developed while understanding the tiers of sustainability: economic, social, and environment. Proficiencies in waste and efficiency management are developed focusing on equipment, design, labor, and marketing. Students work with industry on client projects and present a completed research assignment. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 1101 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

    This is a sustainability course.
  

  • HM 4825 - Advanced Events Management (3)

    Gives students with a snapshot of professional event planning and execution. Developing fundamental knowledge and skills in event management, students improve the capabilities of critical thinking and problem solving with diverse cases and examples. All students play roles of event managers to complete a comprehensive understanding on professional event planning, services, and project management for business meeting/festival/convention/wedding. This course builds on the basic skills learned in HM 3825  Events Management and requires students to plan and execute more advance event(s). Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, MKT 3430  and HM 3825  . An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit. Spring.
  

  • HM 4840 - Legal Aspects of Hotel and Restaurant Management (3)

    Students will recognize, analyze, and evaluate legal issues and articulate appropriate decisions based on workplace situations. Contract, dramshop, property, employee, liability law, and legal responsibilities for guests are defined and discussed utilizing legal statutes and judicial opinions. Verbal communication skills are developed through debate and forensic style case studies and assignments. Prerequisite(s): HRM 3920 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • HM 4845 - Hospitality Business Planning (3)

    Prepares students to identify new business opportunities in the hospitality industry (lodging, travel, restaurant, and additional fields) and determine the feasibility of a new business or an extension of an existing business model.  Students will interact with successful industry leaders and will be introduced to the challenges and opportunities inherent in the development and planning of hospitality businesses.  Using a hands-on approach, a business plan for a hospitality concept, which includes thorough research and detailed financial projects for revenue generation and cost structure, will be developed. Prerequisite(s): HM 3830 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit. Spring.

Human Resource Management

In addition to any course prerequisites listed for the courses below, the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies also enforces a course leveling prerequisite.  This means that freshmen (those who have earned 0-29.5 semester hours of college credit) may enroll in 1000 level courses only, sophomores (completed 30-59.5 semester hours) may enroll in 2000 or 1000 level courses, juniors (completed 60-89.5 semester hours) may enroll in 3000, 2000 or 1000 level courses and seniors (all students who have earned 90 semester hours) may enroll in 4000 level courses or below.
  

  • HRM 3920 - Human Resource Management (3)

    Issues related to the effective management of people within organizations; pertinent to all disciplines. Emphasis placed on practical applications using experiential activities to develop student’s managerial skills. Prerequisite(s): MGT 3315  or concurrently; or MGT 3320  or concurrently; or INDM 4210  or concurrently. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • HRM 4930 - Compensation and Benefits (3)

    Concepts, models, theories, and application of processes and systems of employee compensation and benefits within organizations. Prerequisite(s): HRM 3920 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall.
  

  • HRM 4990 - Problems in Human Resource Management (3)

    An integrated approach to the administration of the human resource function in various types of organization settings through the use of the case and incident methods. Prerequisite(s): HRM 3920 . An additional fee is associated with this course.


Industrial Management
  

  • INDM 4010 - Current Issues in Industry (3)

    Identify, discuss, and research current issues, trends, and technological changes affecting industry as related to corporate planning, decision making, and managing for the future. Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing for undergraduate credit. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • INDM 4015 - Legal Aspects of Industry (3)

    Coverage of legal aspects of industry. Focus on the legal system, sources of law, and types of law affecting the manufacturing and/or construction industry. An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit.

  

  • INDM 4210 - Industrial Management (3)

    A survey of operations management in industry today. Industrial management principles and applications, management science, operations analysis and design, manufacturing processes, process life cycle, production inventory, and quality control are emphasized. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • INDM 4220 - Human Factors Engineering (3)

    Integration of concepts involved in providing safe and comfortable work places (Ergonomics) with concepts directed toward increased productivity and profitability (Work Design). An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • INDM 4230 - Lean and Quality Management (3)

    Relationship between quality and competitiveness, design strategy for performance excellence, and discussion of cases in lean systems and Six Sigma. Prerequisite(s): background statistics course. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • INDM 4240 - Facilities Engineering (3)

    Provides students and practitioners with the practical resources that describe the techniques and procedures for developing an efficient facility layout and an introduction to computer simulations. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • INDM 4250 - Project Management (3)

    Designed to provide students with applied knowledge in project management organizational contexts, project selection, portfolio management, project leadership, scope management, team building, conflict management, risk management, scheduling, networking, resource management, project evaluation, project control, and project termination. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • INDM 4260 - Organizational Dynamics (3)

    Various types and styles of supervisory leadership in the industrial setting. Emphasis is placed on human relations aspects of leadership in the line and staff organizational structure. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • INDM 4280 - Industrial Statistics (3)

    Statistical methods designed for industrial and applied research. Some of the quantitative methods used for solving industrial problems, including measurement system analysis, statistical process control, probability distribution, testing hypotheses, multiple regression analysis, design of experiment, and nonparametric statistics commonly used in industry. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111  or consent of instructor. An additional fee is associated with this course.


Instructional Technology
  

  • INST 4005 - Special Projects in Instructional Technology (1-5)

    Individual or group study of problems in special areas of interest. May be repeated for a maximum of 5 semester hours.

  

  • INST 4100 - Integrating Technology into Teaching (3)

    Advanced preparation in how to integrate technology into teaching including the latest trends and pedagogical strategies. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • INST 4110 - Google Educator Prep (3)

    Preparation in how to become a Google Educator by effectively integrating Google tools into teaching.

  

  • INST 4120 - Google Education Trainer Prep (2)

    Preparation in how to become a Google Education Trainer. Prerequisite(s): INST 4110 .

  

  • INST 4300 - Principles of Online Instruction (3)

    Introduces students to the resources, techniques, and practices of teaching and learning in the PK-12 online environment. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • INST 4310 - Fund Development for Educational Technology (1)

    Practical understanding and skills related to the creating fundable ideas, locating funding sources, writing competitive proposals, and manage funded educational technology projects. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • INST 4330 - Technology Troubleshooting for Educators (2)

    Provides pre-service and in-service educators with the knowledge and skill to operate, maintain and troubleshoot (service) the various hardware devices and software found in schools.

  

  • INST 4400 - Design and Production of Media for Instruction (3)

    Design and production of print-based, computer-based, and video-based instructional materials that are related to subject areas or grade levels. Includes application of multimedia technology to the design and production of educational materials aligned with standards. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • INST 4920 - Practicum in Instructional Technology (1)

    Participation in field experiences that provide practice with teaching methodology applicable specifically to the problems and procedures encountered when working with instructional technology. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): INST 4400 . Sometimes offered online.

Integrative Studies General

To register for an IGEN course, a student must have 60 earned hours.
  

  • IGEN 3224 - Critical Thinking (3)

    Provides insight into and application of the skills needed to think critically about interpersonal and media messages, as well as analyze information. Fall, Spring.
  

  • IGEN 3896 - Assessing Global Change for the Information Age (3)

    Challenges students to assess present and future trends, evaluate what is desirable, and reflect on their responsibility for the quality of life in the information age.

  

  • IGEN 4224 - Communication, Science and Technology (3)

    Students will focus on the interactions among science, technology and society by examining scientific communication and scientific and technological controversies. Prerequisite(s): completion of General Education Knowledge Area II. Offered as needed.
  

  • IGEN 4236 - Science and Religion: From Conflict to Dialogue (3)

    A clarification of the historical and philosophical issues that arise in the relationship between science and religion. The course emphasizes a variety of interpretive viewpoints. Not available for graduate credit.


International Studies
  

  • IS 1000 - Introduction to International Studies GE (3)

    An interdisciplinary course highlighting the interconnectedness between the individual, communities, and the global system. Theories of international relations, economics, and law are applied to topics.

    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #8 and reinforces Foundational Skills Competency #4 in the Social & Behavioral Sciences area of the UCM General Education Program
  

  • IS 3000 - International Studies in Practice (3)

    Prerequisite(s): This course introduces students to the nature of work in international non-governmental organizations and non-profits and trains them in the skills necessary to succeed in this sector.

  

  • IS 3900 - Special Projects in International Studies (3)

    Study, interpretation, and discussion of special topics and problems in international studies.

  

  • IS 4900 - Directed Readings in International Studies (3)

    Readings focused on a specific area of international studies or a current issue that is of particular interest to the student. Not available for graduate credit.

  

  • IS 4950 - Senior Seminar (3)

    Examination of current issues in international studies integrated with students’ research interests, foreign language proficiencies, and international experiences. Not available for graduate credit.


International Study Abroad
  

  • ISP 4000 - Study Abroad (1-18)

    This course allows students to enroll at the University of Central Missouri while attending classes in a sponsored study abroad program. The variable credits are based on the number of credit hours the student plans to complete at the foreign institutions. The actual credit recorded represent those credits completed by the student and transferred back to UCM. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): approval of the Director of the International Center.


Kinesiology
  

  • KIN 1101 - Introduction to Exercise Science (3)

    Orients students to the academic discipline of Exercise Science and the professions related to Exercise Science and Corporate Fitness.

  

  • KIN 1206 - Fitness for a Global Community GE (3)

    Students will develop a global perspective on developing a healthy lifestyle through development of wellness including but not limited to: physical fitness; exercise; nutrition and mental wellness. Through a laboratory experience students will engage in global fitness activities. Includes scheduled lab.

    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #9 and Foundational Skills Competency #4 in the Engagement area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • KIN 1800 - Functional Anatomy (3)

    Detailed study of the structure of the human body from a functional perspective. Emphasis on gross anatomy of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems.

  

  • KIN 2800 - Biomechanics (3)

    Intensive investigation and analysis of human movements. The basic mechanical principles of force, motion, and aerodynamics as related to the fundamental physical skills and their application to sports movement. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111  or MATH 1112  or MATH 1131  or MATH 1150  or MATH 1151  or MATH 1152  with a C grade or better and KIN 1800  with a grade of C or better or BIOL 3401 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • KIN 2850 - Foundations of Exercise Physiology (3)

    The study of cardiovascular, muscle, and nerve physiology. Prerequisite(s): KIN 1800  with a grade of C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • KIN 2900 - Essentials of Personal Training (3)

    Provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills in preparation for a national certification in personal training. Prerequisite(s): KIN 2850  with a grade of C or better. Fall, Spring.
  

  • KIN 4341 - Physical Activity and Special Populations (3)

    Content to include exercise prescription for special populations regarding arthritis, diabetes, COPD, Cancer, CAD, etc. Prerequisite(s): KIN 4850  with a grade of C or better. Not available for graduate credit.

  

  • KIN 4765 - Internship (6)

    A 300-hour field experience applying exercise science or health studies principles and theories in an approved setting. Prerequisite(s): KIN 4850  or HLTH 4400  and Departmental approval. Not available for graduate credit. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • KIN 4850 - Assessment and Evaluation of Fitness/Wellness (3)

    The selection, administration, and interpretation of test and protocols for fitness assessment. Prerequisite(s): KIN 2850  with a grade of C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit. Fall, Spring.
  

  • KIN 4860 - Fitness Programming and Implementation (3)

    Planning, developing and implementing a fitness/wellness program. Prerequisite(s): KIN 2900  and KIN 4850  each with a grade of C or better. Not available for graduate credit.

  

  • KIN 4870 - Clinical Exercise Physiology (3)

    Designed to teach undergraduate exercise science students to properly conduct a resting and exercise stress ECG test, and interpret the results. Prerequisite(s): KIN 2850  and KIN 4850  each with a grade of C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit.


Library Science and Information Services
  

  • LIS 1010 - Truth, Lies and Information Management GE (2)

    In an information-saturated society, this class prepares students to locate, evaluate, and synthesize information for academic, professional and personal pursuits by developing a critical awareness of sources and search strategies.

    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Foundational Skills Competency #5 in the Managing Information area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • LIS 1600 - University Library and Research Skills GE (2)

    Freshman-level course introduces traditional and computer-based resources and services available in academic libraries and strategies for locating, evaluating and using information. Fall, Spring, Summer. Sometimes offered online.

    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Foundational Skills Competency #5 in the Managing Information area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • LIS 4000 - Special Projects in Library Science (1-5)

    Individual or group study of problems in special areas of interest. May be repeated for a maximum of 5 semester hours. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • LIS 4300 - Introduction to the Internet Via Internet (3)

    An examination and evaluation of the structure and function of the Internet and its use as a tool for communication, collaboration, and commerce. Fall, Summer. Taught only as an online course.
  

  • LIS 4320 - Creating Web-Based Internet Sources (3)

    An in-depth examination and evaluation of theoretical and practical principles, along with the development of skills necessary to create and provide resources on the Internet. Fall, Spring, Summer. Taught only as an online course.
  

  • LIS 4600 - Advanced Library Research (3)

    Introduces students to methodologies and techniques necessary to conduct advanced or graduate-level library research. Topics covered include developing research problems and questions; critical appraisal of research literature and the peer review process; different types of sources; research ethics and integrity; and suitability of sources to the chosen topic. Modules are included that will be customized to each student’s major field of study, looking at data collection, analysis and interpretation. Prerequisite(s): junior standing.


Management

In addition to any course prerequisites listed for the courses below, the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies also enforces a course leveling prerequisite.  This means that freshmen (those who have earned 0-29.5 semester hours of college credit) may enroll in 1000 level courses only, sophomores (completed 30-59.5 semester hours) may enroll in 2000 or 1000 level courses, juniors (completed 60-89.5 semester hours) may enroll in 3000, 2000 or 1000 level courses and seniors (all students who have earned 90 semester hours) may enroll in 4000 level courses or below.
  

  • MGT 1320 - Introduction to Leading & Managing (3)

    Introductory course providing integration of business knowledge using conceptual, communication, interpersonal, and technical skills applied to organizational behavior, leadership, and human resource management.

  

  • MGT 2350 - Special Projects in Management (1-3)

    Basic course in management theory, practice, methods, and strategies taught on an individual or group basis to management students. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours.

  

  • MGT 3300 - Dale Carnegie Leadership Training for Managers (2)

    The Dale Carnegie Leadership Training for Managers course. Prerequisite(s): junior standing. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MGT 3315 - Management of Organizations (3)

    An examination of the theory and practices of managing organizations, including planning, organizational theory, human behavior, and control. Prerequisite(s): 60 hours. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • MGT 3320 - XBOB eXperience Based Organizational Behavior (3)

    Emphasis on systems, teams, interpersonal relationships between participants and the dominant influence of systems on human behavior in groups and organizations. Prerequisite(s): MGT 3325  or concurrently; or ART 2305  and CTE 3060  or concurrently.  Recommend take MGT 3315  before this course for BSBA majors. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • MGT 3325 - Business Communication (3)

    Improves the student’s ability to plan and strategically write letters, memos, proposals, and reports and improve oral and interpersonal communication skills. Both listening and speaking skills will be developed through formal presentations, class discussions, and group work. Prerequisite(s):  MKT 1401  or COMM 1000  or COMM 1050 ; ENGL 1030  or ENGL 1080  or CTE 3060 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • MGT 3335 - Internship in Management (1-9)

    Opportunity for students to gain theoretical knowledge and practical application within a particular field of specialization. May be taken for pass/fail credit only. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the B.S.B.A. program, 60 semester hours, and overall GPA of 2.50 or above, or permission from internship director. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MGT 3345 - International Management (3)

    Investigates the impact of ‘free economies’, cultural differences, negotiation styles, HR practices political systems and ethical dilemmas on international business and management. BSBA in Management students must choose this course for at least 1 credit. Students may choose this course for 1 or 3 credits but may take this course only once. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • MGT 3350 - Special Projects in Management (1-3)

    Intermediate course in management theory, practice, methods, and strategies taught on an individual or group basis to management students. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MGT 3360 - Supply Chain and Operations Management (3)

    Experiential analysis of supply chain and operations problems commonly faced by managers in many disciplines. Emphasis on strategic operations decision making, planning operations systems, forecasting, project management, supply chain and operations management, sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Prerequisite(s): FIN 3801  or concurrently and MGT 3315  or concurrently; or FIN 3801  or concurrently and a declared BS in Economics. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.

    This is a sustainability course.
  

  • MGT 3385 - Integrative Business Experience Practicum (3)

    Students will apply concepts from the concurrent courses to their own start-up business venture and to community service. Corequisite(s): special sections of MGT 3315 , MKT 3405  and CIS 3630 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.

    This is a sustainability course.
  

  • MGT 4300 - Health Care Administration (3)

    Management concepts, tools, and techniques for effective administration of all types of health care facilities. Prerequisite(s): MGT 3315 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MGT 4310 - Innovation, Quality and Sustainability (3)

    Experiential investigation of innovation, quality and sustainability in a team based, integrative learning environment.  Students will learn how to create and sustain a competitive advantage using innovative processes and continuous improvement tools.  Prerequisite(s): Admission to the B.S.B.A. program or admission to the graduate school or declared management minor. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.

    This is a sustanability course.
  

  • MGT 4320 - Leadership (3)

    Focuses on the behaviors of exemplary leaders. Student teams develop and deliver workshops allowing fellow students to become more effective leaders by practicing the behaviors of exemplary leadership. Students find their own clients to deliver customized leadership training. Prerequisite(s): MGT 3320 , and Admission to the B.S.B.A. program. An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit. Fall, Spring.
  

  • MGT 4325 - Management Communication (3)

    Provide advanced communication theories and methods which are essential for effective managers in oral and written communication situations. Emphasizes individual, team, and group communication through a series of business cases. Prerequisite(s): MGT 3325  and Admission to the BSBA program, or MGT 3325  and declared management minor, or admission to the Graduate school. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • MGT 4350 - Special Projects in Management (1-3)

    Advanced course in management theory, practice, methods, and strategies taught on an individual or group basis to advanced management students and graduate students. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): all pre-admission courses or MBA background requirements, MGT 3315 , and school chair’s approval with adequate preparation in area to be studied. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MGT 4357 - Organizational Policy and Strategy (3)

    Capstone course requiring integration of business knowledge using conceptual, communication, interpersonal, and technical skills applied to strategic management. Case study and competitive simulation methods are used in an experiential team learning environment. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the B.S.B.A. program, FIN 3850 , MGT 3315 , MGT 3325 , MKT 3405 , and senior standing. An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • MGT 4370 - Applications in Supply Chain Management (3)

    Explains the role of supply chain managers and the impact of their decisions on the competitive success and profitability of modern organizations. Through integrative experiential team-based activities and projects, students are given an opportunity to experience the increasingly strategic nature of supply chain management. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the BSBA program, or admission to the graduate school or declared management minor or permission of school chair. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • MGT 4800 - Organizational Development and Personal Praxis (3)

    Extends and deepens students’ ability to act effectively as leaders, coaches, and managers.  It gives students tools to improve their own personal practice through self-reflection and self-discovery in order to effectively develop the organizations, teams, and individuals they lead.  Integral to the course is a semester-long organization development project that involves a team, class, or organization of the students’ choosing.  Through the process of coaching and facilitating students will learn about their own behavioral patterns and how they can become more effective.  During the course students will engage in multiple cycles of Planning, Action, Inquiry, and Reflection (PAIR), with classroom discussion providing insights and collaborative learning. Prerequisite(s): MGT 3315 , MGT 3320  and Admission to the B.S.B.A. program or Management Minor or school consent. An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit.


Marketing

In addition to any course prerequisites listed for the courses below, the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies also enforces a course leveling prerequisite.  This means that freshmen (those who have earned 0-29.5 semester hours of college credit) may enroll in 1000 level courses only, sophomores (completed 30-59.5 semester hours) may enroll in 2000 or 1000 level courses, juniors (completed 60-89.5 semester hours) may enroll in 3000, 2000 or 1000 level courses and seniors (all students who have earned 90 semester hours) may enroll in 4000 level courses or below.
  

  • MKT 1400 - Orientation to Marketing (1)

    Orientation to the field of marketing. Available for those with less than 75 hours and no prior credit in MKT 3405  or equivalent. Counts as a free elective.

  

  • MKT 1401 - Professional Speaking and Presentation GE (3)

    A comprehensive, application based course to prepare students to communicate effectively with an audience. Students will apply communication strategies and skills in a variety of settings relevant to students across all disciplines. Students will learn to identify the types of rhetoric and their beneficial applications, with additional emphasis on persuasive techniques.

    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Foundational Skills Competency #2 in the Communication area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • MKT 3400 - Principles of Marketing (3)

    Methods used in determining the needs and desires of consumers and translating these findings into products of a suitable nature. Methods used in getting these products into the hands of the consumer. Basic marketing class for nonbusiness majors. Not available to students with prior credit in MKT 3405  and may not be used as a marketing elective. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MKT 3405 - Principles of Marketing (3)

    A comprehensive study of marketing theory and concepts and the application of these ideas in modern organizations by professionally trained managers. First course in marketing sequence for marketing majors and minors, and marketing foundation course for the business core requirement of B.S.B.A. degree students. May not be used as a marketing elective. Prerequisite(s): 60 semester hours of college credit. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • MKT 3410 - Retail Management (3)

    The initial considerations and decisions for establishing and managing a retail store. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3400  or MKT 3405 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • MKT 3420 - Principles of Advertising (3)

    Advertising purposes and procedures covering primarily the point of view of the advertising manager. Study of proper appeals, copy preparation, layout, and media. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3400  or MKT 3405  or AGRI 3120 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • MKT 3430 - Professional Sales (3)

    Techniques involved in personal selling. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MKT 3435 - Internship in Marketing (1-6)

    Opportunity for students to gain theoretical knowledge and practical application within a particular field of specialization. May be taken for pass/fail credit only. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the B.S.B.A. program, MKT 3405 , overall GPA of 2.50 or above and consent of internship director. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • MKT 3445 - Marketing Distribution (3)

    Methods and strategies used in distributing products including the design of channels and the activity performed by channel members to facilitate efficient movement of goods. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3405 ; Admission to the B.S.B.A. program. An additional fee is associated with this course. Spring.
  

  • MKT 3450 - Digital Marketing (3)

    Introduces the concepts, analyses, and activities that comprise marketing management in digital and interactive media, as well as social media approaches to digital marketing strategy. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MKT 3475 - Marketing Research (3)

    Applications of research methods to the problems of marketing. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3405 ; Admission to the B.S.B.A. program. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • MKT 3480 - Consumer Behavior (3)

    The application of knowledge from the behavioral sciences to the study, analysis, and interpretation of consumer buying habits and motives. Individual, group, and cultural influences on consumer preferences and purchasing patterns are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3400  or MKT 3405 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • MKT 3485 - Integrative Business Experience Practicum (3)

    Students will apply concepts from the concurrent courses to their own start-up business venture and to community service. Corequisite(s): special sections of MGT 3315 , MKT 3405  and CIS 3630 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • MKT 4410 - Advanced Professional Sales (3)

    Designed to combine personal selling theory with actual practice. It will build on and further expand students’ present understanding of the basic selling process. Designed for students who are planning or strongly considering a career in professional sales. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3405  and MKT 3430 , or graduate status, or professional sales experience. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall.
  

  • MKT 4420 - Sales Management (3)

    Management aspects of personal selling with emphasis on the role of the supervisor in the sales field. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3405 ; Admission to the B.S.B.A. program for undergraduate students or graduate status. An additional fee is associated with this course. Spring.
  

  • MKT 4440 - Seminar in Brand Management (3)

    The goal of this course is to provide students with the fundamental skills needed to create, build, and maintain original brands. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3405 ; Admission to the B.S.B.A. program for undergraduate students or graduate status. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  

  • MKT 4450 - Integrated Marketing Communication (3)

    Determination of the correct blend of advertising, personal selling, sales promotion, and publicity. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3405 ; Admission to the B.S.B.A. program for undergraduate students or graduate status. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall.
  

  • MKT 4454 - Sports Marketing (3)

    The course will discuss the marketing of sports at professional, collegiate, and special event levels focusing on the role marketing plays in planning and decision making in attracting fans and sponsors. This course is co-listed with MKT 5454. Students who have earned credit for MKT 4454 may not take MKT 5454 for graduate credit. An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit.

  

  • MKT 4460 - International Marketing (3)

    Marketing policies and practices in foreign trade. Prerequisite(s): MKT 3405 ; Admission to the B.S.B.A. program for undergraduate students or graduate status. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • MKT 4475 - Services Marketing (3)

    Provides a study of the issues and concepts unique to the marketing of services including relationship marketing, service quality and customer satisfaction, service failure and recovery, and service delivery. This course is co-listed with MKT 5475. Students enrolled in MKT 4475 may not also take MKT 5475 for graduate credit. An additional fee is associated with this course. Not available for graduate credit.

 

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