Courses
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
BUAN 399 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ANALYTICS 1.0-3.0 Credit(s)
Designates new or occasional course material that may or may not become part of the department's permanent offerings. This course addresses a timely topic, consistent with an instructors' particular interest.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
RE 310 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides students interested in careers in managing real estate an understanding of how to identify properties, analyze real estate investments understand and negotiate leases and develop a marketing plan. Property management is covered in detail including how to work with tenants. Basic legal, risk management and economic considerations are discussed. Prerequisites: RE 301, FN 215, BUAN 210. Prerequisite: Take FN-215 BUAN-210 RE-301
Offered: As Needed All Years
RE 301 FOUNDATIONS OF REAL ESTATE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides students interested in careers in managing real estate an understanding of how to identify properties, analyze real estate investments understand and negotiate leases and develop a marketing plan. Property management is covered in detail including how to work with tenants. Basic legal, risk management and economic considerations are discussed. Prerequisite is FN 215. Prerequisite: Take FN-215
Offered: All Semesters All Years
BUAN 390 ANALYTICS INTERNSHIP 3.0-9.0 Credit(s)
The internship is focused on developing job search, interviewing, and career assessment skills while providing practical experience. Students work with a faculty advisor and the career development office to write a resume, search for and obtain an internship, and work for a minimum of 120 hours. The internship introduces students to the opportunities and rigors of the business environment. Upon completion, students work with the supervisor and faculty advisor to reassess skills and career development plans. Prerequisite: Take BU-296
Offered: As Needed All Years
RE 391 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING IN REAL ESTATE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides students pursuing the minor in real estate to earn credit for work experience, licenses earned and other forms of experiential learning.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
PO 313 EAST ASIAN POLITICS 3.0 Credit(s)
This course explores the political systems, governance, and international relations of key countries in East Asia, including China, Japan, and the Koreas. The course examines historical legacies, contemporary political dynamics, and the region's global impact, with a focus on issues like development, authoritarianism, and regional security.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
FN 352 CORPORATE FINANCE 3.0 Credit(s)
Corporate Finance expands upon the principles and techniques of financial management to apply the concepts of the maximization of firm value, the time value of money, marginal cash flow analysis; financial forecasting, valuation capital budgeting, the determination of the costs of capital, and optimal capital structure. Prerequisite: Take FN-215 and BUAN-210
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
FN 440 FINANCIAL MODELING 3.0 Credit(s)
Students develop financial modeling skills using Microsoft Excel. We introduce best practice modeling principles and provide applications to four common career tracks in finance: private wealth management, investment management, corporate finance and banking. Heavy use of case studies. Prerequisite: Take FN-215 and BUAN-210
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
PS 315 DEATH & DYING 3.0 Credit(s)
This course explores the psychological dimensions of death and dying while fostering an appreciation for life. It emphasizes how individuals perceive and cope with mortality and discover meaning in their lives. Prerequisite: Take PS-110
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
MGT 385 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the processes, methods, techniques, and tools used to manage projects to achieve organizational goals. The course covers a systematic methodology for initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing projects. Students will also learn project management software that can be applied in various organizational settings.
Offered: All Semesters All Years