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PSCI 6635 - Law and Public Health
A course for the civil servant or health professional concerned with the laws relating to the public health at the federal, state, and local level as well as the practical administration of those laws.
3 credit hours.
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PSCI 6640 - Law and Education
An examination of the legal and educational issues arising from factors such as EEO, students' rights, student financing, and the relationships between schools and government.
3 credit hours.
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PSCI 6641 - The Politics of the World Economy
An examination of the global politico-economic system and the challenges facing world diplomacy. Multinational corporations and political structures designed to coordinate global policies for the monetary and trade systems, international organizations and their impact on Third World development, and problems facing industrialized nations.
3 credit hours.
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PSCI 6645 - Government and the Industrial Sector
The various impacts of government regulation on the corporate sector and the major legal and regulatory requirements affecting business and industry.
3 credit hours.
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PSCI 6655 - Conflict Resolution
Essential features and methods available within the legal system to resolve disputes, including the uses of law, equity, administrative agencies, bureaucracies, arbitration, mediation, special commissions, and private self help. Applicability of these methods to various types of disputes and the choice of law in instances when no single rule may govern in a federal system.
3 credit hours.
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PSCI 6670 - Selected Topics
A study of items of special interest, may include First Amendment problems,energy and the law, law and the environment, labor legislation and the law, law and commercial paper and stock issues. May be taken more than once.
3 credit hours.
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PSCI 6695 - Independent Study I
A planned program of individual study under the supervision of a member of the faculty.
3 credit hours.
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PSCI 6696 - Independent Study II
A continuation of Independent Study I.
3 credit hours.
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Quantitative Analysis |
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QANL 6604 - Probability and Statistics
Statistical methods and theories used in solving business problems. Topics include data analysis, discrete and continuous probability distributions, statistical inference and estimation, regression and correlation analysis, the analysis of variance, decision theory, and nonparametric tests including chi-square. Students will use computers to conduct statistical tests using the information presented.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6605 - Applied Statistics
Prerequisite: QANL 6604 . A continuation of QANL 6604 . Includes regression and correlation, multiple regression, analysis of variance, the general linear model, and an introduction to time series analysis and forecasting techniques.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6607 - Forecasting
Prerequisite:QANL 6604 .. A comprehensive review of statistics and data analysis that is useful for preparing individual business forecasts and long-term planning. Aspects of forecasting covered include a variety of techniques: smoothing methods, moving averages, regression analysis, classical time-series decomposition methods, and ARIMA (Box-Jenkins) models. The overall objective is to build forecasting models, produce forecasts, and evaluate their reliability. Topical issues related to the analysis of time-series data and computer applications are an intrgral component of the course. Students will learn how to use computer programs such as MATLAB or SPSS as well as applicable Excel add-ins to do real-data business forecasts and to evaluate their performance and implications.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6614 - Decisions in Operations Management
Prerequisites: MGMT 6637 and QANL 6604 . Prerequisites: MGMT 6637 and QANL 6604 or equivalents. Studies 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 credit hours.
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QANL 6625 - Mining for Business Intelligence
Prerequisite: QANL 6604 or equivalent. This course is designed to provide business students with the skills to conduct data mining and statistical analysis for dealing with common managerial-making tasks, such as prediction, classification, and clustering. Data mining is a rapidly growing field that is concerned with developing techniques to assist analysts to make intelligent use of large data sets. In this course, the emphasis is on understanding the application of a wide range of modern techniques to specific managerial situations, rather than on mastering the mathematical and computational foundations of the techniques. Upon successful completion of the course, students should possess valuable analytical skills that will give them a competitive edge in many industry sectors, in a wide range of managerial and analytical positions.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6638 - Cost Benefit Management
Prerequisites: ECON 6601 , FINC 6601 , and QANL 6604 . An introduction to and overview of the field of cost benefit management. Fundamental theoretical evaluation of cost/benefit of a project. Includes the selection of the best investment criteria, the external environment spillover effects, and the application of cost/benefit management decision making under uncertainty.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6670 - Selected Topics
A study of selected issues of particular interest to students and instructor. Course may cover decision science methods such as experimental design, nonparametrics, data analysis with SPSS, Bayesian decision theory, and simulation. May be taken more than once.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6675 - Computer-Aided Multivariate Analysis
Prerequisite: QA 604. Prerequisite: QA 604 or equivalent. Summary, for students and researchers, of several widely used multivariate statistical analysis techniques and computer packages. Topics include the nature and concept of scientific problem solving, applied regression analysis and its limitations, multiple frequency analysis, profile analysis of repeated measures, canonical correlation analysis, discriminant analysis, cluster analysis, principle components analysis, and factor analysis.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6690 - Research Project
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours or permission of the instructor. Independent study under the supervision of an advisor.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6695 - Independent Study I
A planned program of individual study under the supervision of a member of the faculty.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6696 - Independent Study II
A continuation of Independent Study II
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6698 - Thesis I
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours. Periodic meetings and discussions of the individual student's progress in the preparation of a thesis.
3 credit hours.
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QANL 6699 - Thesis II
A continuation of Thesis I.
3 credit hours.
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Sociology |
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SOCI 6601 - Minority Group Relations
An interdisciplinary survey of minority groups in the United States with special reference to ethnic, religious, and racial factors that influence interaction.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6610 - Urban Sociology
Prerequisite: PADM 6604 . The problems of urban growth and development. Residential patterns together with the physical development of cities and their redevelopment. An examination of the people and their relationships to the environment.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6620 - Sociology of Bureaucracy
A study of some of the classic conceptualizations of bureaucracy and their relevance to the structure and functioning of American economic and governmental institutions. Gives students informational and experiential resources with which they, as planners and managers, can improve their abilities to make effective policy decisions.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6641 - Death and Suicide
In-depth analysis of suicide. Traditional theories of suicide are analyzed regarding the psychological approach as well as the demographic and group analysis of sociology. The goal of the course is both academic and practical, stressing community application.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6649 - Seminar in Health and Social Policy
Analysis of the legal, political, social, economic, and organizational factors in planning and providing health care services, with emphasis on policy formulation and implementation. Current health policy issues.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6651 - Social Gerontology
Basic introduction to the field of gerontology. Discusses the history and definition of the field, the contributions of academic disciplines to the field, various perceptioins of aging; explores the basic theories, problems, and prospects of gerontology.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6670 - Selected Topics
A study of selected issues of particular interest to students and instructor. May be taken more than once.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6695 - Independent Study I
A planned program of individual study under the supervision of a member of the faculty.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6696 - Independent Study II
A continuation of Independent Study I.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6698 - Thesis I
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours. Periodic meetings and discussions of the individual student's progress in the preparation of a thesis.
3 credit hours.
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SOCI 6699 - Thesis II
A continuation of Thesis I.
3 credit hours.
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Sports Management |
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SMGT 6610 - The Sports Industry
Prerequisite: MGMT 6637 . Focuses on management concepts and business skills as they relate to the sports industry. An in-depth look at the organizational structure and method of operation of major sectors of the sport enterprise; examination of important contemporary issues in the sports industry.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6611 - Sport Industry Marketing, Promotion, and Public Relations
Prerequisite: MKTG 6609 or permission of instructor. A study of marketing, promotion, and public relations strategies utilized in various aspects of the sport industry. Marketing sport as a product and marketing of non-sport products using sport as a promotional tool are examined.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6612 - Sports Law
An analysis of contract law, tort law, antitrust law, labor law, collective bargaining, and administrative law as they relate to sport. Provides sport managers with the fundamental legal knowledge necessary to operate in the increasingly complex sport environment.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6613 - Sports Facility Management
Prerequisite: MGMT 6637 or permission of instructor. An examination of how sports facilities such as coliseums, municipal and college stadiums, and multipurpose civic centers are managed. Among the topics included: booking and scheduling of events, box office management, staging and event production, personnel management, concessions and merchandising management.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6617 - Managing Sport Finances
Prerequisite: ACCT 6620 or permission of instructor. An examination of legal, managerial, accounting, and financial issues confronting sports, fitness, and recreation industry managers. Issues covered include tax law, bankruptcy, inventory management, capital instruments, accounting principles, financial statements, industry ratios, securing funds, and related concepts that help determine the viability and strength of businesses in the sports industries. The focus of the material is on how to apply basic financial management concepts to managerial decision making.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6618 - College Sports Administration
This course focuses on the organizational and governance structure of intercollegiate athletics and addresses major policy issues that college sport managers face in the 21st century. Among these issues are financial sustainability, legal issues related to federal antitrust laws, college sport and the IRS, NCAA compliance, Title IX, and issues related to athletes rights and education.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6620 - Professional Sport Management
Professional sport teams are run by managers who have a strong background in sport finance, marketing, personnel, risk management, event management, and box office management. This course will take a student through the entire process of running a professional team.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6621 - Applied Collegiate Fitness and Athletics
SMGT 6618 focused on the foundation for intercollegiate athletics. SM 621 focuses on the applied process of managing collegiate fitness and athletic programs. Issues covered include arranging travel, scheduling events, purchasing insurance, hiring officials, handling sport media, town/gown relationships, laundry and equipment processing, and a host of other actions required to run a collegiate program.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6622 - Sport Facility Development/Construction
Prerequisite: MG 613. This course takes the students through the entire process of building a sport facility. From the planning process and site acquisition steps through hiring architects and builders, the course is detailed and focused primarily on larger sport facilities.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6623 - Sport Business Development and Sustainability
Sustainability is not just a marketing gimmick, but a way of life and a good business model. This class examines various issues from green buildings, to renewable energy, recycling programs, new technologies, and how to develop passionate "green" followers. The class will focus on sport and hospitality industries, but all business segments will also be covered.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6624 - Sports Economics
Prerequisites: ECON 6601 or micreoeconomics equivalent, QANL 6604 , or consent of instructor. This course focuses on the economic aspects of American sports. Among these issues are fan demand, advertising, team output decisions, league/conference organization, and government involvement in sports. The course will explain how winning is a determinant of demand, how profit motives drive quality choices, the effects of monopoly power, labor-management relationships, and government's role in professional sports while teaching fundamental microeconomic concepts. The course provides students with a framework to demonstrate how the economy works. From this framework, students will be able to apply the models learned to demonstrate and appreciate a wide range of economic and social issues.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6625 - Sport Management by the Numbers
Prerequisite: SMGT 6617 . Expanding on basic accounting and finance, this course focuses on managerial accounting, financial planning, and statistical analysis in sports. Using various tools such as sport analytics, key performance indicators (KPI), balanced scorecard, triple bottom line, and other techniques, this course focuses on identifying how to find the right data, why it is critical, how to see the forest from the trees, and how to act based upon appropriate data.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6626 - Strategic Event Management
This course will review and examine the principles and practices associated with managing events and the nature of the broader event management industry ranging from sport events to major concerts. This course will help students develop the skills necessary to manage virtually any aspect of an event, including logistics, contingency planning, ticketing/admissions, access control, financing, sponsorship, seating designs/controls, sponsor and supplier agreements, risk management, marketing, managing event personnel, and working with local/government agencies.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6670 - Special Topics
A study of selected sport management issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6690 - Research Project
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours or permission of the instructor. Doing research under the supervision of an advisor.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6694 - Internship
Prerequisite: 24 credits of graduate work. An on-the-job learning experience with a selected organization, arranged for course credit and under the supervision of a faculty advisor. 3 credit hours each course or a total of 6 credit hours in two internships.
3 credit hours.
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SMGT 6695 - Independent Study I
A planned program of individual study related to sport management under the supervision of a member of the faculty.
3 credit hours.
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University Courses |
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UNIV 6601 - Oscar Schindler Humanities
An investigation of the underlying principles of good human behavior with an emphasis on encouraging such behavior. Taught from a cross-disciplinary perspective by the current Oskar Schindler Humanities Foundation Endowed Professor. Topics will vary and can include, but are not limited to, relevant humanities, humanitarianism and humanitarian intervention, altruism, empathy, good corporate citizenship and scientific contributions to solving problems in the human condition. The course emphasis will be determined by the current Oskar Schindler Endowed Professor each term.
3 credit hours.
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UNIV 6670 - Special Topics
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once.
3 credit hours.
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UNIV 6695 - Independent Study
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3 credit hours.
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