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HIST 6695 - Independent Study
A planned program of individual study or research under the supervision of a member of the faculty. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6651 - Topics in Humanities
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6652 - Topics in Humanities
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6653 - Topics in Humanities
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6654 - Topics in Humanities
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6655 - Topics in Humanities
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6656 - Topics in Humanities
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6657 - Topics in Humanities
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6658 - Topics in Humanities
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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HUMN 6695 - Independent Study
A planned program of individual study or research under the supervision of a member of the faculty. 3 credits.
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INDE 6601 - Introduction to Operations Research/Management Science
Introduction to the techniques and philosophies of management science and operations research. Includes linear programming, inventory analysis, queueing theory, dynamic programming, decision analysis, and other modeling techniques. 3 credits.
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INDE 6604 - Management Systems
Techniques of industrial and governmental systems management, including general systems and organizational theory. 3 credits.
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INDE 6607 - Probability Theory
Prerequisite: basic knowledge of differential calculus. Probability of events, definition of random variables, and introduction to basic probability distributions. Use of probability in stochastic processes pertaining to queues, forecasting, birth-death processes, and human behavior. 3 credits.
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INDE 6609 - Descriptive and Inferential Statistics
Prerequisite: INDE 6607 or equivalent. Inferential statistical designs, including basic statistical tests and analysis of variance. Statistical theories and application of correlation analysis, multiple linear regression, nonlinear regression, and analysis of covariance. 3 credits.
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INDE 6611 - Decisions in Operations Management
Prerequisites: MGMT 6637 , QANL 6604 or equivalent. Study of organizations as systems producing goods and services. Review of concepts, functions, and basic techniques as applied to operations management. Examination of new trends and developments such as just-in-time, synchronous manufacturing, quality management, cycle-time reduction, and concurrent engineering. Emphasis on interrelations of different operational decisions on the final product and competitive position of the organization. 3 credits.
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INDE 6612 - Managerial Interactions I
An interdisciplinary systems approach to human behavior in organizations with emphasis on the impact of industrial engineering methods on organizational performance. Deals with individual motivation and face-to-face interaction in managerial roles. 3 credits.
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INDE 6613 - Managerial Interactions II
Prerequisite: INDE 6612 . Continuation of INDE 6612 . Organizational development, job enrichment, and modern work attitudes. 3 credits.
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INDE 6614 - Data Information Systems
Prerequisites: any one of CSCI 6604 through CSCI 6610 or equivalent, INDE 6604 . Introduction to automated information systems planning and operations and their impact on management decision making, control functions, and communication capabilties. An overview of concepts and procedures with applications in urban environments, large organizations, and governmental agencies. Techniques presented include PERT/CPM, Gantt charting, cost-benefit analysis. 3 credits.
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INDE 6615 - Transportation and Distribution
Prerequisite: INDE 6601 or equivalent. Introduction to transportation science with emphasis on physical distribution problems. Survey of operations research models, and optimization strategies and their roles in transportation systems management. 3 credits.
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INDE 6620 - Optimization and Applications
This course will cover fundamental concepts of optimization theory, linear, Integer and nonlinear optimization, and metaheuristic methods and approximation algorithms for solving large-scale optimization problems. The primary focus of the course is on applications of operations research in different areas and algorithms to use in solving these problems. 3 credits.
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INDE 6621 - Linear Programming
Prerequisite: INDE 6601 or equivalent. Thorough coverage of the techniques and applications of linear programming. Special simplex forms and optimality conditions, duality, and sensitivity are covered. Applications to network flow problems. 3 credits.
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INDE 6622 - Queueing Theory
Prerequisite: INDE 6601 or equivalent. Elements of queueing theory including finite and infinite cases. Single server and multiple server parallel channels/series queues and special cases are analyzed. 3 credits.
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INDE 6623 - Decision Analysis
Prerequisite: INDE 6609 or equivalent. Decision theory, game theory, benefit-cost analyses under uncertainty; advanced engineering economic analysis. 3 credits.
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INDE 6624 - Quality Analysis
Prerequisite: INDE 6609 or equivalent. Concepts of quality and statistical quality analysis. Sampling techniques and decision processes. 3 credits.
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INDE 6625 - Advanced Mathematical Programming
Prerequisites: CSCI 6606 or equivalent, INDE 6621 . Advanced mathematical programming techniques. Integer programming, goal programming, and multiple objective linear programming techniques will be covered. Computer applications will be demonstrated. 3 credits.
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INDE 6627 - Value Engineering and Design
Concurrent requisite: INDE 6609 or EGRM 6609 . A framework for optimal design based on internal and external issues related to value-added criteria is provided. Topics to be covered include: function analysis and costing, the technology roadmap, and techniques involving customer-oriented product concepts in the areas of performance, maintenance/service, user friendliness, and quality. Case studies and real-world situations are presented. Cross-listed with EGRM 6627 . 3 credits.
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INDE 6628 - Sigma Six Quality Planning
Prerequisite: INDE 6609 or EGRM 6609 . Review of Six Sigma and its role in managing quality at all levels of an organization, including its relationship to Lean initiatives. Presentation of Six Sigma history, philosophy, tools, processes, and significant case studies. Projects utilize the techniques to generate "hands-on" experience. Cross-listed with EGRM 6628 . 3 credits.
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INDE 6630 - Project and Risk Management
Prerequisite: INDE 6609 . This course will review CPM-PERT methodologies and examine the use in managing complex engineering and technology related projects. Students will examine and identify bias in estimating both cost and time used for forecast preparation. Strategies for achieving on-time task completion and identifying critical path and understanding concept of slack as relating to the WBS and project plan will be implemented. Students will examine the risk management process, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation aided using case studies. The strategies employed for successfully closing out the project will be covered. 3 credits.
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INDE 6632 - Introduction to Systems Thinking and Systems Engineering
This course is an introduction to systems engineering and the systems thinking required in solving challenging problems dealing with infrastructure, health care, energy, the environment, information security, and other global issues. Topics may include systems complexity and systems thinking, structures of complex systems, developing systems engineers, and systems thinkers. The course is designed to provide a broad prospective of the systems approach to engineering, for both engineering and non-engineering students. 3 credits.
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INDE 6634 - Systems Engineering in the Project Life Cycle
Prerequisite: INDE 6632 . This course will provide an in-depth review of the systems engineering processes and their implementation within the context of a project. The fundamental questions of "who will do what", "when" and "how" will be addressed to manage and control the project's technical effort. Representative case studies will be utilized to apply the systems engineering processes throughout the project lifecycle. Project constraints and risks, developing project and systems engineering management plans, systems requirements, preliminary design, critical design and test readiness reviews are among some of the topics to be covered. 3 credits.
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INDE 6636 - Model Based Design
Prerequisite: INDE 6632 . This course will include developing and analyzing models to support a formal systems engineering methodology. Students will engage in eliciting and modeling requirements. Traceability to designs and modeling systems at multiple levels of abstraction will be explored. Students will verify system designs via analyses and testing. System modeling languages and tools will be implemented through the use of an MBSE process on a project. 3 credits.
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INDE 6639 - Achieving Optimal Operations
Prerequisite: INDE 6609 or EGRM 6609 . Concepts of lean production, Japanese production systems, push vs. pull production systems, benchmarking and evaluation schemes, schedule management, overcoming bottlenecks, and performance and productivity improvement techniques applicable to service and manufacturing systems. Workforce issues (affairs) including union acceptance, productivity, and workforce education, training, and compensation. Cross-listed with EGRM 6639 . 3 credits.
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INDE 6641 - Supply Chain Management
Prerequisite: INDE 6601 . Introduction to global supply chain management in support of manufacturing and technical services, with emphasis on procurement, use of web-based information technology, logistics, and integration with JIT scheduling at the customer level. 3 credits.
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INDE 6643 - Reliability and Maintainability
Prerequisite: INDE 6609 or equivalent. The basic theory and methodology of reliabiliy and maintainability, including application of discrete and continuous distributions and statistical designs. Reliability, estimation, structure models, and growth models. 3 credits.
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INDE 6645 - Data Analytics
Prerequisite: INDE 6609 or consent of the instructor. This course aims to build a sound knowledge and efficient practical skills about data management, big data visualization, data analysis, nonlinear statistical modeling, artificial intelligence, and machine learning concepts and methods with hands-on examples and case studies. The course may also include a service learning project component. 3 credits.
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INDE 6647 - Supply Chain Analytics and Resilience
Prerequisites: INDE 6641 or EGRM 6641 , INDE 6609 or EGRM 6609 . This course aims to provide students analytical skills and conceptual understanding about state-of-the-art statistical and machine learning methods and data science applications for supply chain forecast. The course employs a series of case-study based lectures to understand how industry leading companies managed the unexpected circumstances considering strategic, tactical, and operational aspects of management. Cross-listed with: EGRM 6647 . 3 credits.
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INDE 6651 - Human Engineering I
An introduction to the design of machines, jobs, and environments with consideration of ergonomic principles. Coverage of behavioral, anatomical, physiological, and organizational factors affecting performance, comfort, and safety. 3 credits.
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INDE 6652 - Human Engineering II
Prerequisite: INDE 6651 or equivalent. Continuation of INDE 6651 . In-depth analysis of selected topics in ergonomics, including work physiology, anthropometry, and signal detection theory. Laboratory experiments and reports included. 3 credits.
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INDE 6655 - Manufacturing Analysis
Prerequisites: undergraduate courses in manufacturing or manufacturing work experience and consent of the instructor. The principles of the theory of metal cutting and metal working for improving the manufacturing operations involving metal machining and metal working. An opportunity for students to thoroughly understand the experimental approaches used in manufacturing. 3 credits.
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INDE 6661 - Facility Infrastructure
An overview of facilities planning and design considerations, with an emphasis on service and non-manufacturing facilities. Coverage includes facilities planning approaches and procedures, ergonomic considerations, access and accomodation issues, flow of people and materials, facility services, and facility flexibility and adaptability. 3 credits.
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INDE 6671 - Current Topics in Operations Research
Prerequisite: INDE 6601 or equivalent or consent of the instructor. An examination of new developments or current practices in operations research. A topic will be selected for thorough study. Possible subject areas include nonlinear programming, network theory, scheduling techniques, specialized techniques, specialized applications. Content may vary from trimester to trimester. 3 credits.
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INDE 6672 - Current Topics in Industrial Engineering
Prerequisite: INDE 6601 or consent of the instructor. An examination of new developments or current practices in industrial engineering. A topic will be selected for thorough study. Possible subject areas include reliability, production engineering, human factors, specialized applications. Content may vary from term to term. 3 credits.
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INDE 6681 - System Simulation
Prerequisite: INDE 6601 . Modeling and analysis of systems using discrete event simulation technique with particular emphasis on applications in production and operations management, manufacturing, and services. Lean implementation via simulation analysis. The role and significance of data, data collection, random number generators and uncertainty in input variables will be examined. Use of simulation software and several projects will be required. 3 credits.
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INDE 6682 - Advanced System Simulation
Prerequisite: INDE 6681 or equivalent. Emphasis will be on model building and on design and analysis of simulation experiments for service and manufacturing systems. Student projects in real environments are required. 3 credits.
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INDE 6683 - Systems Analysis
Prerequisites: INDE 6601 , INDE 6609 or equivalent, INDE 6614 . Techniques and philosophies defining the concept of systems analysis presented in detail, illustrated with large-scale case studies. Diverse systems are analyzed covering the social, urban, industrial, and military spheres. Techniques include utility theory, decision analysis, and technological forecasting. 3 credits.
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INDE 6685 - Theory of Optimization
Prerequisites: INDE 6601 , CSCI 606 or equivalent. Methods of nonlinear optimization and programming. Search methods including golden section and dichotomous; constrained and unconstrained optimization including Rosenbrocks and Fletcher-Powell algorithms. Penalty and barrier function methods. 3 credits.
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INDE 6686 - Production and Inventory Analysis
Prerequisites: INDE 6601 , INDE 6607 or equivalent. Inventory theory and models and their applications to production and operations. Methods of production including Kanban systems, JIT, MRP and their relations to fundamental inventory techniques with computer applications. 3 credits.
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INDE 6687 - Stochastic Processes
Prerequisite: INDE 6601 or equivalent. The theory and application of discrete and continuous-time stochastic processes. Areas of application include queueing, inventory, maintenance, and probabilistic dynamic programming models. 3 credits.
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INDE 6688 - Design of Experiments
Prerequisite: INDE 6609 or equivalent. Principles of modern statistical experimentation and practice in use of basic designs for scientific and industrial experiments; single factor experiments, randomized blocks, Latin squares; factorial and fractional factorial experiments, surface fitting designs. 3 credits.
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INDE 6690 - Research Project
Prerequisites: 15 graduate hours and consent of the program coordinator. Independent study under the guidance of an advisor in an area of mutual interest, such study terminating in a technical report of academic merit. Research may constitute a survey of a technical area in industrial engineering or operations research or involve the solution of an actual or hypothetical technical problem. 3 credits.
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INDE 6695 - Independent Study I
Prerequisite: consent of the program coordinator. Independent study under the guidance of an advisor in an area designated by the program coordinator. 3 credits.
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INDE 6696 - Independent Study II
A continuation of Independent Study I. 3 credits.
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INDE 6698 - Thesis I
Prerequisite: completion of 15 credits of graduate work. Periodic meetings and discussions of the individual student's progress in the preparation of a thesis. 3 credits.
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INDE 6699 - Thesis II
A continuation of Thesis I. 3 credits.
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INTB 6643 - International Business
An introduction to the political, economic, technological, and cultural settings of interntional business. Examines the problems, policies, and operational procedures of the multinational corporation, including adjustment to foreign cultures and governments. Review of development, organization, and structure of the international firm. 3 credits.
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INTB 6644 - Managing in Global Markets
This course provides the student with an understanding of the effects of globalization on the economic environment and corporate operations. It examines the multinational's operations and the many adaptations management must undertake to interact successfully with the various global business environments. Topics will be examined from both domestic and international perspectives and will include the operational and strategic adjustments necessary for the multinational to navigate among the diverse and rapidly evolving cultural, political, economic, financial, operational, and ethical environments of global markets. 3 credits.
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INTB 6645 - Comparative International Business Environments
A comparative approach to the study of the noneconomic aspects of foreign markets of several representative areas in the world. Focus on the interaction between the sociocultural environment of host nations and the multinational firm. 3 credits.
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INTB 6650 - International Business Negotiating
This course lays the foundation for the practice of international business. It includes a review of the practical knowledge and skills required as the building blocks of doing international business. It builds upon those blocks by adding what one should expect when doing business in various world regions (Asia, Middle East, Europe, Latin America) including Business Tips, Cultural and Business Norms, and Body Language Do's and Don'ts from each region. It culminates with Rules for Negotiating which apply whether you are shopping for your next car, or auto insurance policy, or attempting to close a half billion dollar deal for aerospace products. 3 credits.
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INTB 6662 - Political Economy of the European Union
Prerequisite: ECON 6601 . This course reviews how the EU has evolved, and explores how political, economic, and social dimensions interact with each other. It examines the role of member-states and their interaction with the EU supranational bodies to assess implications at the national levels and their citizens. The EU represents the largest economic entity in the world, the largest trade power, and aid donor. It has emerged as a normative global actor though neither a state nor an international organization. It attempts to evaluate what it means for the world at a time when the EU finds itself at the core of an existentialism crisis. 3 credits.
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INTB 6670 - Selected Topics
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once. 3 credits.
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INTB 6690 - Research Project
Prerequisites: 15 graduate hours and consent of the instructor. Independent study under the supervision of an advisor. 3 credits.
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INTB 6693 - Internship
Prerequisites: six credits of INTB concentration courses and consent of the internship coordinator. A program of field experience in selected organizations in international trade and marketing. 3 credits.
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INTB 6695 - Independent Study I
A planned program of individual study under the supervision of a member of the faculty. 3 credits.
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INTB 6696 - Independent Study II
A continuation of Independent Study I. 3 credits.
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INTB 6698 - Thesis I
Prerequisite: completion of 15 credits of graduate work. Periodic meetings and discussion of the individual student's progress in the preparation of a thesis. 3 credits.
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A continuation of Thesis I. 3 credits.
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INVS 6422 - Introduction to Bribery and Corruption Investigations
This course introduces students to the basic principles of bribery and corruption, risks, and deterrence strategies, as well as the regulatory environment. 1 credits.
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INVS 6426 - Introduction to Trafficking and Smuggling
This course introduces students to the terminology associated with trafficking & smuggling, and how each is distinct from the other. The course also explores how socioeconomic and cultural factors play a role in trafficking and smuggling. 1 credits.
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INVS 6435 - Introduction to Healthcare Fraud Investigations
This course introduces students the basics of how the healthcare system works in the U.S., and the basics for 'red flag' hunting in healthcare fraud investigations. 1 credits.
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INVS 6437 - Introduction to Anatomy of Healthcare Fraud
This course introduces students to common coding 'errors' that are related to increased billing (using false codes as part of the diagnosis), common diagnosis scams, and regulations for fraud waste and abuse in healthcare. 1 credits.
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INVS 6438 - Introduction to Electronic Files and Healthcare Fraud
This course introduces students to the role the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Health & Human Services, plays in healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse investigations, as well as how the billing/payment systems work. 1 credits.
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INVS 6440 - Introduction to International Gambling, Fixing, and Corruption
This course introduces students to the basic principles of international organized crime groups and sports corruption. 1 credits.
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INVS 6443 - Healthcare Fraud Data Analytics
This course introduces students to basic terminology required for analyzing healthcare provider information. 1 credits.
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INVS 6448 - Introduction to Technology in Human Trafficking
This course introduces students to the interaction of criminal enterprises and the increasing use of technology. 1 credits.
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INVS 6449 - Introduction to Data Analytics and Human Trafficking
This course introduces students to the key terminology, history, and trends of trafficking and smuggling used in the analytical process. 1 credits.
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INVS 6455 - Introduction to American Sports Corruption
This course introduces students to the rise of sports corruption in the United States. 1 credits.
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INVS 6456 - Introduction to International and National Sports Gambling Markets
This course introduces students to the basic principles of how sports wagering markets and match-fixers work. 1 credits.
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INVS 6500 - Fundamentals of Anti-Money Laundering
This course explores ways that financial institutions and financial intelligence units can better comply with international anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-terrorist financing (ATF) regulations. Those organizations that fail to meet the standards set by governments and legislators face monetary penalties, sanctions, and settlements stretching into the billions of dollars. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6501 - Wildlife Crimes Investigations
This course examines methods that financial intelligence units can employ to combat wildlife crime. This course also explores ways that the compliance function at financial institutions can better detect and report suspicious transactions to the authorities, so that the exploitation of wildlife can be greatly reduced. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6502 - Environmental Crimes Investigations
This course examines methods that financial intelligence units can employ to combat environmental crime. This course also explores ways that the compliance function at financial institutions can better detect and report suspicious transactions to the authorities, so that the exploitation of environmental resources can be greatly reduced. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6503 - Terrorist Financing
By examining terrorist financing and the additional dimension of terrorist resourcing, this course bolsters the defenses of financial institutions by instructing students on the patterns of funding and resourcing employed by terrorist groups. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6504 - Human Trafficking
The patterns and techniques used to exploit victims of human trafficking are explored in this program. By recognizing specific financial transaction patterns, human trafficking can be quickly identified and reported to financial intelligence units (FIUs) for action by law enforcement. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6505 - Trade-Based Money Laundering
Examining real-life events and red flags that can indicate possible criminal activity, this course identifies and reviews the patterns and techniques of trade-based money laundering. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6506 - Economic Sanctions
Economic sanctions, by their very nature, are meant to stem the financial flow of criminal entities, terrorist networks, or rogue nations. This course advises students on the purpose of sanctions, the consequences of non-compliance, and methods that can be used to detect and mitigate sanctions risk. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6507 - Correspondent Banking
This course is designed for correspondent banking sales, payments operations, risk management, audit and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance staff at financial institutions to combat money laundering in correspondent banking. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6508 - Capital Markets
This course examines methods that securities- and investment-dealer staff can employ so they can recognize and defend against financial-crime vulnerabilities in international capital markets. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6509 - Private Banking
Methods on how private banks can reduce their risk of exploitation by money launderers, PEPs and terrorist financiers are explored in detail in this program. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6510 - Corruption and Money Laundering
A corruption scandal can mean fines or reputational damage to a financial institution. To protect organizations from these risks, this course instructs students on the methods bad actors use to place, layer, and integrate the proceeds of corruption into the global financial system. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6511 - Report Writing
By merging report writing techniques and standards from law enforcement with tips and advice from a professional writing coach, this course reviews the fundamentals and standards necessary to produce concise and informative reports on financial intelligence. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6512 - Critical Thinking
This course merges investigative techniques with non-linear problem solving in order to expand the mind of financial investigators so that compliance staff at financial institutions can better detect and report suspicious transactions. Students must receive a minimum grade of 85% to receive credit. 1 credits.
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INVS 6527 - Introduction to Forensic Investigations in Trafficking in Persons
This course introduces students to basic principles of investigations, issues in perception and prosecution, and how ineffective strategies can contribute to human trafficking. 1 credits.
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INVS 6600 - Computer Crime: Legal Issues and Investigation Procedures
An overview of computer crime and the procedures forensic computing specialists, law enforcement investigators, and prosecutors must invoke to prosecute computer criminals successfully. Cross-listed with CJST 6600 . 3 credits.
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INVS 6601 - White Collar Crime Analytics
Students will apply analytic methods to financial and non-financial information to determine if red flags indicating potential fraudulent activity exist, or prioritize areas of concern where fraudulent activity may occur. Case study approach will be used to apply analytical models to organizations that have experienced fraudulent behavior. Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze various financial and non-financial information and prepare defendable positions on whether an organization may or may not have fraudulent activity occurring during the period under observation. 3 credits.
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INVS 6602 - Contemporary Fraud Schemes
In this course, students will demonstrate the ability to identify fraud schemes, the method(s) employed in perpetrating the fraud, the account(s) affected, and analytical procedures that could be used to identify specific fraudulent behavior. The concepts of the Fraud Triangle and Fraud Diamond will be examined with analysis of the components of each and how they relate to an investigation. Students will be able to identify personal traits and fact patterns that are key indicators for potential fraudulent activity. 3 credits.
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INVS 6603 - Contemporary Topics in Money Laundering
The course engages students in researching and evaluating current trends in money laundering, detection methods employed to uncover money laundering, and identifying preventive measures. Students will be exposed to international issues in money laundering, as well as the increasing presence of terrorist organizations, organized crime, and drug cartels in money laundering operations. 3 credits.
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INVS 6604 - Contemporary Topics in Corporate Investigations
This course will cover topics specific to employee law and rights, common issues in fraud examinations as internal security measures, and case studies of civil and criminal cases of internal investigations. Students will also cover the timing of calling in external investigators or law enforcement and how to document and collect evidence prior to calling in external investigators. Implications of pressing/not pressing charges are examined in light of various factors including organizational reputation. 3 credits.
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INVS 6605 - Contemporary Topics in White Collar Crime
Prerequisite: CJST 6630 . This course is an in-depth study of transactional evidence, laws, and evidence collection procedures used in various corporate and other financial investigations. The course expands upon the foundations of CJST 6630 and will use current case studies to examine contemporary issues in illegal activity and complexities of investigations. 3 credits.
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INVS 6606 - Contemporary Topics in Security and Loss Prevention
This course covers current topics in risk assessment and risk management as they relate to protection of intellectual property, human capital, property plant and equipment, financial assets/information, and technology. Other areas to be explored will include organized retail crime, cybercrime and cyber-enabled crimes. 3 credits.
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INVS 6607 - Supervising and Managing the Investigative Unit and Process
This course will provide the student with theoretical premises (concepts) that are coupled with practical applications, all geared toward increasing the effectiveness of the investigative unit. Students will analyze the issues relating to the role of patrol with investigations; classify the selection and promotion process for members of the investigative unit; identify how to develop and properly utilize an investigative plan; manage a confidential source program; manage and control investigative leads; design a sound confidential source program; and determine how to conduct a proper case review. Students will identify best practices in supervising people and managing the process. 3 credits.
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