Courses

SM 320 SPORT SALES & PROMOTION   3.0 Credit(s)
Provides a cross-disciplinary approach to a variety of marketing, sales, and promotions issues that confront sport managers. "Sales" encompasses a wide variety of positions, ranging from concessions to season ticket sales. The course will follow a case-study approach and expose students to real-life careers in sports business, as well as introduce students to the world of sport sales and promotion, and will utilize course readings and guest speakers to immerse students in the field.
Offered: All Semesters All Years

SM 330 SPORT ANALYTICS   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed to introduce at the basic level the statistics and analytics that dominate the modern-day sports landscape. Primary goal is to work on problem solving and critical thinking skills via exploration of a myriad of emerging analytic processes.
Offered: All Semesters All Years

BUAN 320 ADVANCED EXCEL FOR BUSINESS   1.0 Credit(s)
This one credit course provides students with the advanced Excel knowledge required in some finance and business positions and prepares students to sit for the Microsoft Expert Excel 77-728 Exam. Key topics include managing workbook options and settings; applying custom data formats and layouts; advanced formulas; and advanced charts and tables including pivot tables and charts. Business analysis using Excel is integrated throughout. Prerequisite: take BUAN-210
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

ITI 350 DATA ANALYTICS   3.0 Credit(s)
The course covers the breadth of activities and methods and tools that data scientists use to visualize and study patterns in data. The content focuses on concepts, principles and practical applications that are applicable to any industry and technology environment, and the learning is supported and explained with lab sessions using a programming language. Important machine learning techniques are covered: regression, clustering, classification, association rules, time series analysis, and text analysis. The students are expected to create a final project related to their field of study, write a paper, and present it to the class.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

EX 312 FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY   4.0 Credit(s)
This course provides a review of human anatomy and movements. We will use computer-based simulations and the Human Anatomy/Cadaver Lab for practical structural identification activities. Prerequisite: Take EX-260
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

GDD 310 MUSIC AND SOUND FOR GAMES   3.0 Credit(s)
The art of using sound and music to enhance gameplay, storytelling, and player immersion. Students will learn how to record and sample sound effects using the portable sound lab. Prerequisite: Take GDD-271
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

ITI 338 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN   3.0 Credit(s)
An advanced design course that studies the application of computer solutions to business problems. This is a project-based course where teams set milestones and present object-oriented analysis and design of their solutions. Oral and written presentations are required and automated software tools are used.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

GDD 370 OOP FOR GAME DEVELOPMENT   3.0 Credit(s)
An object-oriented approach to game development. Topics covered will include classes, instantiation, event listeners, polymorphism, encapsulation, event handlers, and functions/methods. Prerequisite: Take GDD-271
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

FN 430 EQUITY RESEARCH AND VALUATION   3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides a framework for understanding the fundamentals of equity research from buy-side and sell-side perspectives. We begin by introducing how to analyze an industry and perform fundamental analysis of a firm by focusing on the key variables impacting the firm. We then turn to valuation methodologies and the components of an equity research report. You'll learn to connect quantitative and qualitative factors and develop a succinct, persuasive investment thesis. The course is case based and requires submission of an equity research report to the Student Managed Investment Fund. Prerequisite: Take FN-315 FN-351
Offered: As Needed All Years

CS 338 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS & DESIGN   3.0 Credit(s)
An advanced design course that studies the application of computer solutions to business problems. This is a project-based course where teams set milestones and present object-oriented analysis and design of their solutions. Oral and written presentations are required and automated software tools are used.
Offered: All Semesters All Years

MK 350 EVENT OPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY   3.0 Credit(s)
The Event Operations and Technology course will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage the operational aspects of events using the latest technologies and tools. Topics include venue selection, negotiations, and vendor relations, the establishment of a project plan and timeline, staffing and production, equipment procurement, logistics management, and safety protocols. Special emphasis is placed on leveraging technology to automate processes, improve efficiency, and ensure seamless coordination between different stakeholders involved in event execution. Relevant technologies covered in the course are event management software, registration and ticketing systems, virtual event platforms, mobile apps, RFID technology, crowd management tools, audiovisual equipment, and event analytics platforms.
Offered: All Semesters All Years

EDS 403 PROGRAM AND PLANNING SWD   3.0 Credit(s)
This course addresses requisite knowledge and skills to plan, implement, and evaluate individualized programs for students with disabilities. Representative topics include developing quality Individualized Education Program (IEPs) documents, review of primary disability categories related to IEP development, linking present level of performance to individualized programming, writing measurable goals and objectives, determining specialized instruction and supports within the general education setting, and transition planning. Candidates investigate current trends and guiding principles of quality programs, as well as special educator roles and responsibilities. Candidates prepare for conducting planning and placement team meetings and monitoring progress towards goals.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

MA 308 SET THEORY   3.0 Credit(s)
This course begins with an introduction to first order logic followed by a study of the Zermelo-Fraenkel (ZF) axiomatic system. The study includes a formal development of basic concepts such as the natural numbers, Cartesian products, functions and relations and the concept of infinity from the ZF axioms. This proofs-based course concludes with a study of the axiom of choice (AC), and ordinal and cardinal numbers. Prerequisite: Take MA-301 C grade or better
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

MK 450 EVENT MARKETING STRATEGIES   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the concepts used to design and implement a successful event marketing strategy and examines applicable event marketing strategies to the event management industry. The course introduces students to customer and competitor analyses, market research, customer satisfaction and loyalty, segmentation, targeting, positioning, branding, and sales. The course also provides a unique experiential learning opportunity for the students with the goal of increasing event attendance and profit. Prerequisite: Take MK-201
Offered: All Semesters All Years

MK 391 EVENT MARKETING & MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM/ INTERNSHIP   3.0 Credit(s)
The course utilizes a team project that allows students to demonstrate an understanding of the core competencies taught throughout the program and apply them to real business concerns. The course can also involve students directly in various dimensions of event marketing and management by applying the skills learned from the program to a specific industry or organization. On-site marketing professionals supervise students.
Offered: All Semesters All Years