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L.ACC 227 - Managerial Accounting
Credits: 3
A continuation of the study of financial accounting and an introduction to managerial accounting. Topics include the preparation of statement of cash flows, analysis of financial statements, and accounting for manufacturing operations, and a study of the internal uses of information for managerial planning, control and decision-making.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 228 - Financial Accounting
Credits: 3
A study of the fundamental principles and procedures of financial accounting with an emphasis on preparation of financial statements for external reporting.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 331 - Intermediate Financial Accounting I
Credits: 3
A brief review of basic financial accounting concepts and principles, followed by detailed study of the valuation of various assets and the impact of these valuations on income measurement. Includes a study of compound interest concepts and applications. Emphasis is on concepts, with some consideration of non-GAAP accounting alternatives.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 228
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 332 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II
Credits: 3
A continuation of intermediate financial accounting. Topics include long-term liabilities, stockholders’ equity, dilutive securities and earnings per share, investments, accounting for income taxes, accounting for pensions, accounting for leases, accounting changes and error analysis and the statement of cash flows.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 331
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 343 - Cost Accounting
Credits: 3
Principles, procedures and practices of job order, process and standard cost systems. Also included are additional topics related to managerial uses of cost accounting information.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 227 and L.ACC 228
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 344 - Advanced Cost Accounting
Credits: 3
Intended to give the student broader knowledge of cost accounting. Emphasis is placed on the use of accounting data in management decision-making. Includes examination of recent conceptual and analytical developments in the area.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 343
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 350 - Accounting Systems
Credits: 3
A study of accounting information systems
Prerequisite: L.ACC 227 and L.ACC 228
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 352 - Accounting for Governmental & Non-Profit Entities
Credits: 3
A study of fund accounting with emphasis on governmental entities. Other topics include accounting for hospitals, voluntary health and welfare organizations, and educational institutions.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 331
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 360 - Accounting Research & Analysis
Credits: 3
This in-depth study course will provide students with advanced knowledge of accounting standards setting and research both in the U.S. and internationally. Students will explore issues related to the conceptual framework for financial reporting, the political environment of standards setting, authority and due process for standards setting, and the applicability or jurisdiction of various regulatory and standards setting bodies. Students will learn methods for performing applied accounting research using a case method approach, as well as methods of effective communication for technical writing in the field of accounting.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 331
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 394 - Accounting Internship
Credits: 1-12
Provides college credit for work experiences related to the major program. Proposals arranged in consultation with division faculty and approved by Division Chair. Internships cannot be used as accounting electives.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 450 - Auditing-IN
Credits: 3
This course studies auditing theory and practice developed through the study of text material, questions and problems. Emphasis placed on the study of the internal control, audit standards, audit objectives and the preparation of reports. Students also participate in real world audits and complete an electronic major portfolio.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 332
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Integrative Capstone-IN
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L.ACC 455 - Federal Income Tax I
Credits: 3
A study of federal income tax laws and their application to individuals.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 331
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 456 - Federal Income Tax II
Credits: 3
A study of federal income tax laws and their application to partnerships, fiduciaries and corporations.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 331
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 468 - Advanced Financial Accounting
Credits: 3
Major emphasis on accounting for business combinations and the preparation of consolidated financial statements. Other topics covered in depth are accounting for derivatives and hedging instruments, and accounting for multinational enterprises. Topics covered in less detail are accounting for branches, reporting for segments of business enterprises, interim reporting, reporting for the Securities and Exchange Commission and accounting for fiduciaries.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 332
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ACC 494 - Accounting Internship
Credits: 1-12
Provides college credit for work experiences related to the major program. Proposals arranged in consultation with division faculty and approved by Division Chair. Internships cannot be used as accounting electives.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ATR 130 - Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Credits: 3
In this course, students are introduced to the role of the athletic trainer and the prevention of athletic injuries. Administrative and practical methods to prevent injuries common in the allied health care fields will be discussed. Additionally, the use of evidence-based medicine will be introduced to help students understand which techniques will best prevent injuries.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ATR 250 - Medical Terminology & Pharmacology
Credits: 1
This course offers an introduction to learning both medical and technical vocabulary by focusing on the Latin and Greek elements in English words. One of the primary purposes of this course is to teach the student how to determine the meaning of a scientific word by breaking down its structure in terms of prefix, stem or stems, and suffix. As an added benefit, students will acquire a lasting fascination with words and their origins. This course also focuses on providing a foundation into the legal concerns, pharmacokinetics and terminology of common medications in the allied healthcare fields.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.ATR 275 - Athletic Training Skills
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide Kinesiology and Athletic Training students with an introduction to injury prevention and first aid. This course provides the potential coach, health care professional, physical educator, and human movement practitioner with essential knowledge related to basic first aid skills, prevention, recognition, and management of common sport injuries, and the role of various practitioners in the injury/rehabilitation process.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 115 - Principles of Biology I-ES
Credits: 3
This is the first of a two-semester sequence to introduce fundamental principles of biology (designed primarily for science majors). An investigative-inquiry approach is employed with emphases on molecular cell biology, development, and genetics. Can be taken before or after L.BIO 116 .
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: L.BIO 115L
General Education Classification: Scientific Inquiry & Innovation-ES
Lecture/lab
Three lecture periods per week.
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L.BIO 115L - Principles of Biology I Lab
Credits: 1
Co-requisite lab for L.BIO 115 . Both must be passed for the ES general education credit. The emphasis is on the scientific method and topics of molecular cell biology and genetics.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 116 - Principles of Biology II
Credits: 4
This is the second of a two-semester sequence to introduce fundamental principles of biology (designed primarily for science majors). An investigative-inquiry approach is employed with emphases on evolution, ecology and biodiversity. Can be taken before or after L.BIO 115 .
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
Lecture/lab
Three lecture periods and one three-hour laboratory period per week.
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L.BIO 160 - The Human Body in Health and Disease-ES
Credits: 4
A course designed for non-biology majors that investigates everyday structure and normal function of the human systems. In addition, some common diseases, the role of genes, health issues and interactions with our environment will be discussed. Other topics may include the biology of cancer, AIDS, and effects of alcohol and drugs upon bodily function. Three lecture periods and one two-hour laboratory period per week. Each spring semester.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Scientific Inquiry & Innovation-ES
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L.BIO 170 - Human Exercise: Measurements & Limits
Credits: 4
Students will be working in groups to pose questions about human exercise, predict their outcome, measure the body’s response to exercise with various equipment and then interpret its meaning and application from the experimental output. Thus, students will be immersed in the scientific method, learning to do science and applying it to everyday exercise. Dependent upon staff and demand.
Prerequisite: One college-level science course
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 172 - Biology of Women
Credits: 4
This course is a study of basic biological principles in the context of the unique biology of women.. Areas of study include what it means biologically to be female, reproductive anatomy and physiology, genetics and development, women and cancer, pregnancy, infertility, contraception, menopause, and research biases in the study of women?s health. Lab experiments will focus on using the scientific method and explorations in developmental biology.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 173 - Human Genetics
Credits: 3
This course will help students understand the importance and impact of genetics in their lives. Topics will include genetic testing and prenatal diagnosis, genetic engineering, use of DNA evidence in the courts, and eugenics. Labs will include use of PCR and Gel electrophoresis in DNA fingerprinting, genetic engineering and testing for genetically modified foods.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 201 - HIV/AIDS: Biological, Social, and Cultural Issues
Credits: 3
This in-depth study course offers students a multidisciplinary perspective on HIV/AIDS, presenting an overview of the biological, clinical, historical, social, political, and ethical aspects of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, its impact on both individuals and society as a whole, and how the framing of HIV/AIDS determines how affected persons are treated. Students will gain a fundamental understanding of the basic medical science/etiology and public health aspects of HIV/AIDS. Further, students will generate questions about the disease and learn answers via individual and group research, critical film viewing, dialogue with researchers, doctors, caregivers, patients, survivors, patient advocates, and/or government officials, and potential visits to treatment centers.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 222 - Evolution in Darwin’s Culture
Credits: 3
This course is an in-depth introduction to the fundamentals of evolution and an exploration of cultural conflicts that arose because of the idea of evolution. The Origin of Species was published by Charles Darwin in 1859 and immediately started the first worldwide scientific debate. At this time in Victorian England the connections between science and nearly every other aspect of culture were becoming increasingly evident, and there was great tension about the role that science should play in a modern, industrial society. This course uses the “Reacting to the Past” experiential, role-playing game format where students will be reading, writing, and speaking from the perspective of a person in this time and place. The scientific and cultural issues of the time that will be discussed include natural selection and design; implications of Darwinism for: social reform, racial theories, and women’s rights; professionalization of science; and inductive/deductive reasoning. Cultural conflicts related to evolution have continued today even after years of verification of Darwin’s ideas. In the last week of the class, students will read and discuss a book on modern evolutionary facts, comparing it to Darwin’s writings, creationism, and Intelligent Design. Has the debate changed in modern culture?
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 225 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Credits: 4
This course provides an introduction to anatomical terminology and provides instruction related to understanding of how the body is organized both regionally and systemically. Topics include the organization of the musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiopulmonary, digestive, renal, and sensory systems. This course provides students with an anatomical foundation for understanding the physiology of the human body.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115
Co-requisite: L.BIO 225L
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 225L - Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab
Credits: 0
Lab for Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
Pre or Co-requisite: L.BIO 225
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 226 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Credits: 4
This course applies the anatomical features of the body as they relate to body function. Topics include the functioning of the musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiopulmonary, digestive, renal, endocrine and sensory systems. This course will allow students to understand the encompassing role of all body systems in maintaining homeostasis within the body.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 225
Co-requisite: L.BIO 226L
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 226L - Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab
Credits: 0
Lab for Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
Pre or Co-requisite: L.BIO 226
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 242 - Microbes
Credits: 3
This course is designed to furnish students with a basic knowledge of Microbiology and its impact on humans. Students will design their own experiments and, through the example of Microbiology, explore the strengths and weaknesses of this approach for problem solving. Topics will include the role of microorganisms in disease, body defenses against microbes, and the impact of microbes on human history, biotechnology, and germ warfare.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 250 - Genetics
Credits: 4
An introduction to the principles of Mendelian and biochemical genetics.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 or equivalent
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 252 - Plants and Human Health-ES
Credits: 3
This course is designed to help students articulate the role of plants and their importance in human health and well being in both historical and modern contexts. Over time, the human ability to manipulate and use plants has become increasingly sophisticated;. The major themes that students will explore during this course will be the role of plants in human nutrition and food security, human health and medicinal, psychoactive and hallucinogenic plants, biotechnology and alternative medicine. A wide variety of laboratory projects and travel within the Dubuque area as well as to Madison will reinforce the various themes covered during the class sessions. Contact the CEL/course instructor for iteration-specific details. January term.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Scientific Inquiry & Innovation-ES
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L.BIO 253 - Vertebrate Zoology
Credits: 3
An introduction to the basic principles of ichthyology, herpetology, ornithology and mammalogy emphasizing life histories of local vertebrates. Laboratory experiences include use of identification keys, collection and preservation of specimens, and field observations. Course fee assessed for trip to Mississippi River Museum. Prerequisite: L.BIO-116 or equivalent. Two lecture periods and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Spring semester of even numbered years.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 116
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 257 - Fundamentals of Public Health
Credits: 3
This course will provide a broad overview of the field of public health, and provide an understanding of how public health affects everyone’s daily life and contributes and influences health and well-being of individuals and communities. This course aims to go beyond individual prevention and aims to provide students with a better understanding of the larger social and population-based factors that influence health and well-being of populations.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
Restrictions: Not open to students who have completed L.KIN 257
Cross-listed: Cross-listed as L.KIN 257 .
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L.BIO 259 - Issues in Environmental Biology-ES
Credits: 4
This course will give students hands-on experience in learning the science behind several current environmental issues like clear-cutting, species diversity, erosion control, water quality, prairie habitat restoration, urban sprawl, or neotropical bird migration. Outdoor and indoor projects will be used to help students learn how science is used to make decisions about various issues in environmental biology.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Scientific Inquiry & Innovation-ES
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L.BIO 265 - Issues in Bird Biology-ES
Credits: 4
This is a student-centered, active learning course on basic bird biology; students will generate questions about aspects of bird biology and use the scientific method, computers, scientific equipment, statistical analysis and basic field sampling techniques to collect data and test hypotheses about birds in their natural outdoor environment and/or caged birds; students will learn basic identification, behavior, ecology, and controversial environmental issues of birds; students will spend at least six (6) class periods outside observing, identifying and collecting data from local bird populations.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Scientific Inquiry & Innovation-ES
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L.BIO 274 - Population Biology
Credits: 3
This course explores both theoretical and practical approaches to understanding populations of resident bird populations during the winter. Students will use mist nets to capture wild birds and will learn to identify, band, and measure common species. Mark-recapture computer models will be used to estimate population sizes and survival probabilities of selected species, during this intensive, three-week field project. This course is intended for students with an interest in, environmental science, or wildlife conservation. Contact the CEL/course instructor for iteration-specific details. January term.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 275 - Conservation Biology-ES
Credits: 4
This course examines basic concepts of biological conservation. Topics include structure and function of ecosystems and threats to global biodiversity, including environmental degradation, extinction, and exotic species introductions. Students will use computer simulations and field techniques to learn effective conservation practices.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Scientific Inquiry and Innovation-ES
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L.BIO 277 - Biostatistics-QR
Credits: 3
In this course, students will be introduced to the collection, analysis, and communication of quantitative information, skills which are increasingly important in our data-driven world. Through this process, students will use mathematical and statistical models to understand past behavior and make predictions regarding various real-world situations. In addition, students will learn common pitfalls and abuses in the manipulation and communication of data.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Quantitative Reasoning-QR
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L.BIO 278 - Experimental Design
Credits: 1
This course involves the design and implementation of a semester-long group research project culminating in a formal scientific paper or poster presentation. Concepts include inductive vs. deductive reasoning, sample size determination, experimental vs control (placebo) groups. Skill development involves group collaboration, literature searching, the use of statistical software for data analysis, and peer review.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 280 - Sustainable India - the Interface of Nature-Economy-Society
Credits: 3
This study travel J-term course to India will explore sustainability issues in India with an emphasis on environmental sustainability. This course will focus on major environmental issues such as threats to biodiversity, forest and wildlife conservation, urban pollution, climate change, eco-tourism, and challenges, strategies and innovative solutions. Students will examine these issues in urban and wilderness areas through first-hand experience gained via field trips and opportunities to interact directly with and learn from experts such as resource managers, policy makers and scientists in India. Students will use the scientific method of inquiry to generate questions, develop hypotheses, design and conduct field projects. They will be required to examine the issues through multiple lenses of ecology, ethics, and socioeconomics. They will share their findings with their peers. Students will have an understanding and appreciation of the delicate balance and interconnectedness between environmental protection and the needs of people especially in developing countries where alternatives and choices may be limited.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 281 - Environmental Issues in Costa Rica-ES
Credits: 3
The Central American country of Costa Rica has been a world leader in conservation of natural resources and, at the same time, provides basic economic needs for its citizens. This country has one of the most extensive land preservation systems in the world and fosters understanding of basic ecological concepts to keep the natural habitat intact for future generations. During this J-term travel field course to Costa Rica, students will visit three different sites each with unique ecosystems: tropical wet forest, tropical dry forest, and high elevation tropical cloud forest. Students will use the scientific method of inquiry to generate questions, develop hypotheses, design and conduct field projects. Basic ecological concepts will be compared between sites. Each student will learn basic flora and fauna at each of the three sites. Environmental issues including rainforest logging, agricultural land use, coffee production, pineapple and house plant production, invasive plant and animal control, climate change, ecotourism, maintenance of biodiversity will be examined through various lenses (environmental, economic and ethical). Students will have opportunities to interact directly with and learn from experts.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Scientific Inquiry and Innovation-ES
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L.BIO 285 - Plant Biology
Credits: 4
A course designed to introduce students to the basic biology of members of the Plant Kingdom, primarily the vascular plants. Major topical coverage will include evolution, reproduction, physiology, anatomy, developmental morphology, ecology and systematics. Minor topical coverage will include discussion of other photosynthetic groups and plan allies. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Each fall semester.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 116
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 290 - Diabetes, Heart Disease, & Cancer
Credits: 3
This in-depth study course will address one of these major diseases each week. Students will generate questions about each disease and learn answers via research, visits to treatment centers and dialogue with researchers, doctors, caregivers, insurance experts, patient advocates and government officials. The course will be an investigative inquiry-driven attempt to get the latest information on three of the biggest health challenges that face every American today. Teams of students will try to understand and present both sides of controversial issues related to these diseases.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 or L.BIO 116 ; Minimum grade of C
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 310 - Animal Behavior
Credits: 2
This is a seminar course designed to explore current topics in the area of animal behavior in the context of evolutionary theory. Topics may include mate choice, parental care, group formation, or habitat selection, with emphasis on birds and mammals. Students will learn to read and critically evaluate articles from the primary literature, and will be responsible for leading class discussion on a topic of their choice.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 or higher BIO course or L.PSY 101 or higher PSY course
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 315 - Bird Conservation in South Texas
Credits: 3
This course is a 14-day study travel field course in south Texas. Students will visit 12 different regional and national wildlife refuges as well as private sanctuaries that contain unique habitat and bird species that depend on these habitats. They will talk directly with wildlife managers in these areas to get answers to questions and understand the challenges that these people and birds face each day. Each student will learn basic bird identification, current conservation issues and ecology at each of the sites.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 330 - Evolutionary Ecology
Credits: 4
This course investigates the relationships between organisms and their physical and biological environments. Both theoretical and experimental approaches will be used to examine factors regulating populations and the structuring of natural communities and ecosystems.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 and L.BIO 116 or equivalent; L.BIO 277 and L.BIO 278 highly recommended
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
Lecture/lab
Three lecture or discussion periods and one three-hour laboratory period per week.
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L.BIO 335 - Microbiology
Credits: 4
A basic course in microbiology stressing growth processes, culturing techniques, the role of microorganisms in disease and their control and applied microbiology. Prerequisite: L.BIO-115 and 116 or equivalent. Three lecture periods and one two-hour laboratory period per week. Each spring semester.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 345 - Neurobiology
Credits: 3
An introduction to regulatory homeostasis as mediated by the vertebrate nervous system with emphases on cellular communication, formation of neural circuits and afferent interneuron efferent pathways. Implications of neurotransmitter imbalance during disease and various mental disorders is also discussed.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 or equivalent
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
Lecture/lab
Two lecture periods per week.
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L.BIO 348 - Immunology
Credits: 3
This course will provide a basic overview of the human immune system, including both innate and adaptive immunity and the recent discoveries on the interaction of the two systems. The topics will include: immune cell functions, antibody production and function, immune response to infectious diseases (AIDS, others), allergies, and vaccine and transplant biology. Defects of the immune system leading to autoimmune diseases and immunodeficiencies will also be discussed. Lectures and class discussions, including many case studies and “Disease Fridays” will be utilized to meet course objectives.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 ; Not open to First-Year Students
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 389 - Junior Seminar
Credits: 1
Develops communication skills, both written and oral, for the dissemination of research in the biological sciences. Assignment of thesis advisor and signed approval of introduction, materials and methods and literature cited sections required to receive credit.
Prerequisite: Junior Standing; Biology Majors Only
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 392 - Field Experience
Credits: 1
This course gives credit for shadowing professionals in the workplace. Students usually do observation for a total of 45 hours per semester. Liability insurance must be checked before placement.
Prerequisite: Junior Standing
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
Lecture/lab
Hours of participation are arranged between student and mentor.
Repeatable Can be taken only once for credit.
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L.BIO 401 - Honors Senior Thesis Research
Credits: 1
Intensive individual research project and written thesis terminating with a presentation of results at a regional, national or international scientific forum.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 389
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BIO 410 - Cell & Molecular Biology
Credits: 4
A study of the cellular basis of life processes, particularly the molecular, macromolecular, organelle and intercellular structural and functional interrelations. The structure, assembly and functions of macromolecular organelles will also be investigated.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 or equivalent;L.CHE 230
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
Lecture/lab
Three lecture periods and one three-hour laboratory period per week.
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L.BIO 420 - Vertebrate Physiology
Credits: 4
A course in the basic physiological processes of humans and other vertebrates. The function and coordination of cells, organs and systems of humans and some vertebrates are studied.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 or L.BIO 116 ;L.CHE 230
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
Lecture/lab
Three lecture periods and one two-hour laboratory period per week.
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L.BIO 465 - Human Anatomy
Credits: 4
A course on the detailed structure of the human body, including systems, organs and tissues. Open to seniors only - instructor permission required. Three lecture periods and one two-hour laboratory period per week. Each spring semester.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 115 ; Seniors Only; Instructor Permission Required
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
Restrictions: Seniors Only; Instructor Permission Required
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L.BIO 487 - Senior Seminar Research Portfolio-IN
Credits: 2
This course is the first part of the year-long Senior seminar capstone. During it, Biological Research majors will continue their thesis research papers begun in Junior seminar. This course will assist students in demonstrating transferable knowledge and skills that they have developed through their liberal arts education at Loras College through the development of a portfolio. In addition, the course provides students with the opportunity to professionally present their strengths and accomplishments through the development of a cover letter and resume. This course satisfies the portfolio requirements for biology research students.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 389
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Integrative Capstone-IN
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L.BIO 488 - Senior Seminar Portfolio-IN
Credits: 2
This course is the first part of the year-long Senior seminar capstone. During it, Biology Majors will continue their thesis research and review papers begun in Junior seminar. This course will assist Biology students in demonstrating transferable knowledge and skills that they have developed through their liberal arts education at Loras College through the development of a portfolio. In addition, the course provides students with the opportunity to professionally present their strengths and accomplishments through the development of a cover letter and resume. This course satisfies the portfolio requirements for all biology students.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 389
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Integrative Capstone-IN
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L.BIO 489 - Senior Seminar
Credits: 1
Presentation of thesis research for the biological research major; presentation of selected topic of current interest for the biology major.
Prerequisite: L.BIO 277 , L.BIO 278 , and L.BIO 487 or L.BIO 488
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 230 - Principles of Management
Credits: 3
A general introduction to a distinct process existing in the business organization. Emphasis is placed upon fundamental managerial concepts such as decision making and coordination, managerial planning, organizing and authority relationships, and the nature of controlling in management.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 240 - Principles of Marketing
Credits: 3
A managerial approach that integrates the theory and concepts a marketing manager must comprehend in order to make effective decisions. Special attention is given to the areas of product, place, promotion and pricing.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 250 - Business Statistics
Credits: 3
An introduction to basic statistical measurements: sampling theory, including estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing and basic decision theory. Other topics include correlation analysis, time series analysis, seasonal fluctuations, trend fitting, and cyclical measurement.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 251 - From Mortgages to Madoff: Financial Fun in the 2000s-EI
Credits: 3
The 2000s were a tumultuous time in the American society and the financial markets. Lives were disrupted - from Wall Street to Main Street. Bernie Madoff reignited the rage against Wall Street greed and the Financial Crisis exacerbated it. The objective of this course is to examine how the decisions and actions taken by Wall Street and legislators impact the lives of people across America. The human element inherent in financial risk-taking was in full-view throughout the decade of the 2000s. However, the origins of the 2000s did not begin with the internet, but rather the nurturing of an American financial culture based on independence, social Darwinism, and short-termism.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Identity, Culture, & Society-EI
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L.BUS 265 - Financial Ethics-VX
Credits: 3
This course is designed primarily for finance and accounting majors. It establishes sets of ethical foundations from a theoretical point of view, as well as examining ethical standards and practices for finance and accounting professionals, specifically those of Chartered Financial Analysts (CFAs), Certified Financial Planners (CFPs), and Certified Public Accountants (CPAs). These foundations and standards are then applied to various case studies.
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Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Values in Action-VX
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L.BUS 317 - Business Law I
Credits: 3
A study of the foundations of legal systems, of the role of business ethics and corporate social responsibility, of the formation and operation of contracts, and of the laws regarding negligence, property and government regulation of business.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 331 - Organizational Behavior
Credits: 3
This course explores the roles of the employee within the organizational structure. Case studies are examined to show the theoretical and actual applications of the text material. Topics include leadership, motivation, interpersonal and group dynamics, stress, communication, and the union’s role in the organization.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 230
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 333 - Entrepreneurial Experience
Credits: 3
This course studies entrepreneurship as a process of economic and/or social value creation, rather than the single event of opening a business. Reflecting on recent research, the course focuses on opportunity recognition, assembly of the financial and human resources needed to develop the idea, and launching the new venture.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 230
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 335 - Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
An intensive study of the field of management which is concerned with planning, organizing and controlling the functions of procuring, developing, maintaining and utilizing a labor force.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 230
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 336 - Morals and Money-VX
Credits: 3
This class will examine the themes of Catholic Social Thought: human dignity, the common good, stewardship, option for the poor, subsidiarity, and solidarity-and apply them to critical issues in the global economy. Additionally, students will probe the four philosophical transcendentals–truth, beauty, goodness and unity-and appreciate how the conscious recognition of each can assist an organization to operate with excellence and provide its members with happier lives.
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Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Values in Action-VX
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L.BUS 341 - Marketing Ethics
Credits: 3
This course takes a managerial approach that integrates the theory and concepts a marketing manager must comprehend in order to make effective and morally acceptable marketing decisions, especially in the areas of product, place, pricing and promotion, and the moral issues related to them. Students will consider how to move beyond standard business methods of making decisions to learning how to make ethical and moral marketing decisions through applying key ethical theories to the challenges faced by a marketer. Students will consider the following questions: how can a marketer identify ethical issues? How can a marketer apply different ethical theories to a marketing decision? What should a marketer do when faced with a moral dilemma?
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 343 - Marketing Management
Credits: 3
This course explores the problems confronting marketing managers in the formation of marketing policies using an experiential-based approach to the comprehensive study and analysis. Active learning assignments, a marketing simulation and a marketing plan may be included in the course. Active learning assignments, a marketing simulation and a marketing plan may be included in the course.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 240
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 344 - Sales Management
Credits: 3
An application of the management approach to an analysis of the sales executive’s duties, responsibilities and role as decision-maker. The course explores the areas of recruiting, training, compensating, motivating and evaluating a sales force.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 230 and L.BUS 240
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 345 - Retail Administration
Credits: 3
Survey of retailing and its role in distribution. Management policy areas studied include administrative organization, locational decisions, buying, pricing, merchandising, sales promotion, personnel and overall planning and coordination in retailing firms. Analysis of illustrative cases.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 230 and L.BUS 240
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 346 - Advertising/Marketing Communications
Credits: 3
Introduces students to advertising’s/marketing communication’s role as a vital tool in the distribution of goods and services. It is structured to meet the needs of those wishing to secure a solid foundation for further work in the field as well as aiding those who seek a basic knowledge of the place of advertising/marketing communication in the business and social environment.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 240
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 348 - International Marketing
Credits: 3
This course provides a global orientation to the study of marketing. The cultural environment of the global marketer is reviewed throughout every area of the course. All marketing decisions are studied through an understanding and appreciation of different cultures. Within this context, the course will cover how to assess global marketing opportunities and how to develop global marketing strategies.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 240
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 349 - Consumer Behavior
Credits: 3
Provides the student with a usable, managerial understanding of consumer behavior, particularly as it relates to sales, marketing, advertising and promotion management. Consumers are studied in four ways: as individuals, as decision-makers, as members of a group, and as members of a culture.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 240
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 350 - Managerial Finance
Credits: 3
An introductory course covering the principles of business financial management focusing on the tools of financial management, the financial environment, working capital management, capital budgeting, the cost of capital and capital structure decisions.
Prerequisite: L.ACC 227
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 351 - International Finance
Credits: 3
This course examines issues that arise from conducting business or investing in multiple national currencies. Students will learn how to value projects or investment vehicles in countries using a currency other than the home currency of a business or investor. Difficulties that arise from various types of cross-currency risk are examined, as are strategies that can be employed to mitigate those risks, including the use of financial derivatives like futures, options, and swaps.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 350
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 352 - Investments
Credits: 3
An introductory course covering the principles of security analysis and valuation of stocks and bonds. An in depth study of the value and growth approach to investing. Students will be responsible for best practice readings from the world of finance along with several projects and research assignments designed to increase their understanding of security analysis.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 350
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 353 - Financial Institutions
Credits: 3
An overview of financial markets, financial institutions and how those institutions impact flow and cost of funds through the domestic and global economy. Markets include money markets, capital markets, primary and secondary markets, mortgage markets, stock, bond and derivative markets as well as international currency markets. Institutions include commercial banks, credit unions, savings institutions, pension funds, life insurance companies, mutual funds, and investment banks.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 350 or Instructor permission
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 354 - Personal Financial Planning
Credits: 3
This course overviews personal financial planning issues and tools with topics that include goal setting, managing cash and budgeting, taxes, wise use of credit, purchasing decisions, risk management, investments and retirement and estate planning. Ethics and values in personal finance will also be addressed. The course is targeted to both business and non-business majors. Students desiring finance major elective credit should consult the instructor.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 358 - L.I.F.E: Portfolio Applications I
Credits: 3
This course applies financial theory to the actual management of an investment portfolio for the Loras College endowment, combining lecture and independent research, with heavy emphasis on outside projects. Students learn the basics of security research and analysis and the interpretation and application of economic data to investment management decisions. Students present their methodology, reasons and results to the administration or board of regents.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 352
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 360 - Business as a Calling
Credits: 3
This course integrates the principles of Catholic Social Teaching into decisions that business professionals make about the daily operations and future of their business and their own individual professional development and career plans. Students will explore the discussion of work as a job, work as a career, and work as a vocation.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 370 - International Business
Credits: 3
An introduction to issues facing organizations in a global economy. Includes a study of the environmental factors affecting international business; the economic theories behind international trade, development and investment; and the strategies and structure of multinational enterprises.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 394 - Business Internship
Credits: 1-12
Provides college credit for work experiences related to the major program. Proposals arranged in consultation with division faculty and approved by Division Chair. Internships cannot be used for electives in the business majors or minors.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 418 - Business Law II
Credits: 3
Topics include the law of partnerships and corporations, sales contracts, negotiable instruments, secured transactions, bankruptcy, agency, insurance, and trusts and estates.
Prerequisite: Not open to First-Year Students
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 432 - Operations Management
Credits: 3
This course is designed to acquaint students with the long-run and short-run problems that must be solved in managing the operations function of both manufacturing and service industry firms. Major problem areas including plant location, process design, technology selection, production scheduling, product quality and factor allocation are examined and decisions rendered employing both quantitative and graphic methods.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 230 and L.BUS 250 or or L.MAT 220 .
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 433 - Global Leadership
Credits: 3
Leadership has been frequently heralded by writers and executives as the key to sustained competitive advantage on the part of U.S. organizations. In addition, it is clear that the possession of leadership qualities and the display of leader behavior are requirements for individuals attempting to progress in their careers. It is important for aspiring managers to learn about the nature of effective leadership and how they can develop their own competencies in this area. Students in this course will explore issues of leadership and change associated with the growth in the international marketplace. This course will examine a variety of business and leadership practices with emphasis on global organizational values, business plans, diversity, challenges, and culturally appropriate strategies for success in the rapidly changing world of international and multinational business.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 230 ; Senior status.
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 447 - Marketing Research
Credits: 3
A comprehensive and practical study of the full range of activities involved in marketing research in business and other organizations. The entire research process is examined through the completion of a formal research project.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 240
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 451 - Intermediate Financial Management
Credits: 3
This course is an intensive study of corporate financial management. The emphasis is on a detailed in-depth analysis of various topics of corporate financial management including risk analysis, capital asset pricing model, valuation, capital budgeting, capital structure decisions and cost of capital. Individual and group cases will be used to assess student mastery of these topics. The changing values of corporate governance and social responsibility are also discussed.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 350
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 458 - L.I.F.E: Portfolio Applications II
Credits: 3
Continuation of L.BUS 358 . Students will be responsible for the management and performance of the investment portfolio. Duties will include determining economic conditions, formulating the asset and sector allocations, researching and investing in individual securities that fit the parameters of the class model, monitoring performance results in comparison to the appropriate benchmark, and executing purchases and sales when appropriate.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 358 ; Instructor permission
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 461 - Human Resource Selection & Evaluation
Credits: 3
Design and implementation of an effective selection and performance evaluation program including: role of job analysis, reliability and validity of human resource measures, description and evaluation of selection instruments (application form, reference check, interview and tests) and performance evaluation methods, and legal and ethical issues.
Prerequisite: L.BUS 335
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BUS 490 - Business Seminar-IN
Credits: 3
This course brings together students from all the business disciplines to collaborate and work through problems and challenges of working in today’s business world as part of a business team in a business simulation. Additionally, students will model the best practices of leading executives and businesses by planning, leading and taking part in local community service projects. Finally, students will meet and network with local, regional and national business professionals.
Prerequisite: Senior Standing; Finance, Management, Marketing, MIS, or General Business Majors Only
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Integrative Capstone-IN
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L.BUS 494 - Business Internship
Credits: 1-12
Provides college credit for work experiences related to the major program. Proposals arranged in consultation with division faculty and approved by Division Chair. Internships cannot be used for electives in the business majors or minors.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BAN 210 - Essentials of Analytics
Credits: 3
This course provides an introduction to the field of Business Analytics, with a foundational basis in Business Statistics. Specific analytic topics covered include: Data Mining, Data Warehousing, Data Visualization and Analytics Software.
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BAN 300 - Applied Analytics
Credits: 3
This course provides an opportunity for students to conduct analyses of real data, following all stages from data acquisition and preparation through analysis and presentation. While good data analysis requires many skills, the vast majority of an analyst’s time is spent on preparing, cleaning, and understanding what the data actually means - how was data collected, how is data measured, and what does each variable really mean? There are no prerequisites and students are expected to have a range of abilities from novices to some with statistics backgrounds. Work will be done in groups with tasks appropriate for each student’s skill level. Projects will vary in subject areas, and may include survey data, use of public databases (e.g., Census data or sports data), or data sets collected by individual entities (such as particular business entities).
Prerequisite: L.MAT 115 or L.BUS 250
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BAN 310 - Data Visualization
Credits: 3
This course provides an introduction to the field of data and information visualization, a key sub-field in the area of data analysis and mining. Specific analytic topics covered include: tables & charting, multi-dimensionality of data, handling unstructured data, and advanced visualization tools and techniques.
Prerequisite: L.CIT 110 or L.CIT 221
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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L.BAN 320 - Predictive Modeling
Credits: 3
The rapid expansion of data availability has made possible considerable advances in modeling for the purpose of prediction. Virtually all decisions, at least in part, depend on predictions of what will happen if something changes (either under our control or not). This course explores applications of a variety of current predictive modeling techniques to data. Included are multiple regression modeling, logistic regression, decision trees, random forests, neural networks, and simulation analysis. The emphasis will be on applied analysis, utilizing data from a wide variety of areas, including business, politics, socioeconomic conditions, health, sports and entertainment, etc. Students will build and compare predictive models, learn how to evaluate these models, and how to apply model results to improve decision making.
Prerequisite: L.BAN 330 or L.DAT 200
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable
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