An introduction to the legal, regulatory, and ethical environment of business, considering the interrelationship and impact of political, social, cultural, environmental, technological, international, and diversity issues. Requires overall GPA of 2.0.

This course explains how to use the basic features in Excel, Access & PowerPoint as well as advanced features in Word as tools in making business decisions. Additionally, the course provides instructions for successfully managing and completing online, computer courses.

This course teaches students how to develop a business application using Visual Basic 2005. Specifically discussed will be graphic user interface (GUI) design; structured programming; object-oriented programming; reading from and writing to, sequential access computer files; access database files; developing user defined subroutines, functions, and modules; development of single document interface; and data validation.

This course introduces students to the study of organiza- tions as systems supported by information processing. Students will be able to distinguish needs for information at different levels in organizations. They will be able to evaluate information system decisions. They will analyze business information problems using formal methods.

Application of development tools and languages (e.g., DBMS, Visual Basic, etc.) for business problem solving in a database environment. Pre-requisites: CISM 3330 & CISM 3335.

This course introduces students to basic research concepts. Additionally, students demonstrate their ability to recognize and understand emerging MIS-related technology.

Develop knowledge for business systems analysis and design processes including familiarization with tools and techniques of SA/D and development of problem solving skills. Pre-requisite: CISM 3330, CISM 3335.

An introduction to the concepts and practices of managing business telecommunications resources. This course examines the constituencies of telecommunications from three different perspectives: the client, the designer and the implementer. The focus of the course surrounds the role of the designer. This role involves the determination of telecommunications requirements from the client and translating these requirements to the implementer. Same as MGNT 4330.

Application of computerized models and modeling techniques to business problem solving and decision making. Topics include computer simulation, decision/executive support systems and expert systems. Pre-requisite: CISM 3330. Same as MGNT 4350.

Prereq: CISM 3330. Students are expected to have a working knowldege of the current Windows operating systems platform, and the current Windows document and presentation software available during the term of the course within the College student labs. All students are required to have a UWG email account and access to a web browser for WebCT access. Students will be required to participate within an assigned student group. This course will teach students the fundamental steps and procedures to transform a traditional brick and mortar organization into a digital on-line business. Traditional business planning methodologies are examined and modified for web- based applications. Specifically, the topics of Transaction Processing Systems, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), order fulfillment, and product logisitics are covered during the course.

Development of an information systems project to apply (IS) problem solving and management skills including (IS) planning, hardware and software evaluation, resource allocation, and both oral and written communications. Course may be repeated up to a maximum of 9 hours. Course content reflects new and current technologies. Prerequisites: CISM 3340, CISM 4310.

Focuses on information technology and systems from a general management perspective. Discusses management of the systems development process, the organizational cycle of information, technology, planning, evaluation, selection, and strategic uses of information technology. Includes frequent discussions of industry case studies.

A study of the basic concepts and processes of management. The course includes the study of legal, social political environment with specific emphasis on the behavioral perspectives in organizations. Prerequisites:BUSA 2106 or consent of Department Chair.

A course designed to expand the student's understanding of the legal and ethical environment in which businesses operate, including a study of the law of sales, commercial paper, and secured transactions under the uniform Commercial Code, debtor/creditor law, bankruptcy, real and personal property, insurance, selected types of business organization, and professional liability.

The focus of this course is on individual, group and organizational behavioral factors and the managerial perspective on processes, techniques, and practices to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and work satisfaction.

A study of the fundamental process for production of goods and services in organizations with emphasis on understanding its relationship to other areas and use of quantitative tools in production/operations decision making. Pre-requisite: ECON 3402.

Study to isolate and examine for solution the significant problems encountered by men and women who establish and manage small businesses.

Title and description of specific courses to be specified at time of offering. Course may be repeated with permission, up to a maximum of 10 hours.

A course designed to enable students to become more competitive in their chosen career fields by developing in them an understanding of the importance of increasing global economic interdependence and the challenges of relating to people from other countries or cultures. Same as SOC 327.

An introduction to the legal and regulatory aspects of environmental law, its history and sources, its reliance on scientific principles as well as its relationship to business management.

This course is designed to introduce students to issues encountered during a business start-up. Students will be required to write their own business plan.

A study of the planning, acquisition, and administration of Human Resources in organizations. Includes case studies and applications of problem solving techniques.

This course allows you to apply the concepts learned in the basic human resources (HR) course. Through case analysis, role playing, and assigned projects, you will gain an appreciation of and experience with the the types of situations that HR professional face on a routine basis. Additionally, you will become adept at using research tools used by HR professionals to address situations with which they may not be familiar. Further, you will receive exposure to the juournals, websites, and professional organizations that HR practitioners use to stay abreast of changes in the field.

International operations of American firms, impact of international competition in the domestic market; organization for international production, marketing, financing, international markets, resources, institutions, managerial problems arising out of governmental relations. Same as MKTG 4820.

A course designed to familiarize students with the history of women and work, present role of women in the workplace, and current issues affecting working women; and to develop in students skills and strategies for dealing with issues related to women and work. Same as SOCI 4410.

Analysis of the causes and consequences of conflicts in and among organizations with strategies and processes for their effective resolution. The course will cover the sources of organizational conflicts, strategies for conflict avoidance, approaches for conflict resolution, and traditional and alternative dispute resolution methods. Prerequisite:Junior or Senior status or Department Chair approval.

Development, current status, and implications of legislation court rulings, and government agencies' decisions in equal employment opportunity, employee protection, employment contracts, individual employment rights, income and retirement security, and international employment, as well as emerging issues in human resource management, as related to the effective management of human resources.

An integrative approach to the study of the total enterprise from the executive management's point of view--the environment in which it operates, the direction management intends to head, management's strategic plan and the task of implementing and executing the chosen strategy. Must be taken no earlier than one semester before graduation and provided completion of Core Area F business courses and MGNT 3600, MKTG 3803, FINC 3511 and ECON 3402. Must have senior standing.

In-depth supervised, individual study of one or more current problems of a business organization.

A course designed to familiarize students with the history of women and work, the present role of women in the workplace, and current issues affecting working women; and to develop in students skills and strategies for dealing with issues related to women and work. Same as SOCY 4410.

A managerial examination of the behavioral and structural factors affecting performance of organizations including study of fundamentals, individual and group concerns, organizational processes with emphasis on current issues.

A study of total enterprise at the executive level applying a set of decisions and actions which result in the formula- tion and implementation of plans strategies that achieve the mission and goals of the enterprise with special consideration of the effects of globalization, ethics, and corporate accountability.