MBA 500/800 MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS (3 credits) The study of the application of micro-and macro-economic principles in management analysis and decision-making. Special emphasis is placed on the concepts of demand, cost and supply theories. Also studied will be the use of models in decision-making and forecasting. Prerequisites: none
EDG 506 GROUP DYNAMICS AND LEADERSHIP (replaces COUN 506 and SPA 506) applies concepts of small task-oriented group communication to the life/work experiences of participants, emphasizing both micro and macro leadership skills.
3 credits.
MBA 510/810 APPLIED STATISTICAL METHODS (3 credits)*
The study of statistical methods used in business decision-making, including the use of both descriptive and inferential techniques, probability, regression, and research study designs. Application and integration of statistical methods in business-related fields is emphasized along with the use of computer analysis.
MBA 815 STATISTICAL RESEARCH FOR DECISION MAKING
(3 credits)
The study of statistical methods used in business decision-making, including the use of both descriptive and inferential techniques, probability, regression, and research study designs. Application and integration of statistical methods in business-related fields is emphasized along with the use of computer analysis.
MBA 520/820 INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY (3 credits)*
MBA 820 concerns the use of technology, emphasizing computer systems, in providing information systems for effective management decision making. Fundamental concepts of information systems and their underlying technology are presented in the frame work of tools for personal and managerial problem solving. Foundational computer science concepts along with terminology, ethical issues, application and hands-on system use are explored. Additional topics include: system capabilities, system abilities and the role of intelligence in information systems. Students select a topic of interest for the creation of a term project to augment class experiences.
Prerequisites: none
Course Purpose
MBA 820 is meant to ensure that you, the student, have the necessary foundation for studying information systems at the masters level. This course will provide you with the necessary foundation to use information systems productively and also to manage the application of information technology within an organization.
This course will examine the historical development of information systems. Since the meaning of anything is linked to its origin, understanding the creation of the IT, information technology (eg, computer), and the discipline of IS, information systems, will ensure an understanding of the meaning and purpose of the tool (IT) and the field (IS).
This course will analyze the current "state-of-the-art" in IT and IS. Since proper application of the tool requires an understanding of its capabilities and limitations, both areas will be studied. In addition to studying classical topics in IS and IT, this course will also emphasize current events (especially as they relate to ethical issues) and current trends in the management of IT and IS.
This course will investigate the possible future directions of IS research. Since information systems is not a static discipline, predicting future trends becomes an asset to the manager concerned with IT and IS.
Finally this course does not treat IS as a sterile discipline but seeks to provide a personality for it by demonstrating how a worldview influences the application of the tool and the development of the field.
Course Objectives
The objective of MBA 820 is to familiarize you with the discipline of IS within an business-oriented IT framework. In order to be an effective practitioner and manager, you must understand the essence and nature of the field.
As a result of taking this course, students will be able to: understand the creation of IT within an historical context of emerging business IS appreciate the foundational role of computer science concepts within IT and IS, especially concepts of algorithms, problem- solving and information theory recognize significant current events and their social/ethical implications explain the essence and nature of IT and IS analyze the current "state-of-the-art" in IT and IS create software solutions to classic problems using several environments, including database, spreadsheet and language programming demonstrate proficiency and expertise in a number of personal and professional software application packages enhance technical communication skills use current IT as an aid to research gain an understanding of the responsibilities and ethical issues a Christian professional faces in a computerized society synthesize a definition of "managing IT and IS" logically predict future trends in IT and IS research appreciate the role of "worldviews" within the discipline of IS MBA 820 Student Module.
Copyright © 1997, Gary Locklair & Concordia University Wisconsin.
MBA 521/821 INFORMATION SYSTEMS THEORY AND PRACTICE (3 credits)
This course provides an understanding of organizational systems, planning and decision support, and how information is used for decision support in organizations. This course covers quality and decision theory, information theory, and practice essential for providing viable information to the organization. MBA 251 outlines the concepts of IST for competitive advantage, data as a resource, IS and IT planning and implementation, TQM and reengineering, project management and development of systems, and end-user computing.
MBA 522/822 BUSINESS DATA COMMUNICATIONS (3 credits)
This course presents the fundamentals of data communications including communication media and equipment, protocols, network architectures, network hardware, and network software. The Internet is discussed in detail and used extensively in the course as a source of a variety of information pertinent to the content of the course. Network management objectives and techniques are presented and network security is discussed.
MBA 524/824 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN (3 credits)
This course presents a short overview of information systems followed by a comprehensive treatment of modern techniques of systems analysis and design. Each of the five steps in the Systems Design Life Cycle (SDLC) is discussed in detail. A variety of case studies are considered and tools for systems analysis and design are presented. Extensive use is made of pertinent web sites.
MBA 526/826 DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEMS (3 credits)
This course covers the processes used in making creative decisions and effectively solving problems. An extensive coverage of decision-making theory is presented. A strong emphasis is placed on application and use of decision support systems (DSS). Several mini-cases are treated in detail. Topics covered include data mining, data warehousing architectures and technologies, expert systems, artificial intelligence systems, and executive information systems.
MBA 527/827 PROJECT MANAGEMENT presents project management from a practical point of view. The course represents the various steps required to carry out projects. A variety of case studies are considered and tools for project design and management are presented. 3 credits.
MBA 528/828 INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT (3 credits)
This course deals with the management of information technology (IT) as it is being practiced in organizations today. Topics covered include leadership issues as they apply to information systems (IS) management, the managing of the technologies currently in use, and managing systems development and implementation. The important topic of management of the systems that support people in performing information-handling activities to ascertain goals, pursue objectives, and solve problems is also covered. Extensive use is made of specific case studies.
MBA 530/830 CORPORATE FINANCE [FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT] (3 credits)*
A study of the function of finance and flow of funds within a corporation. Emphasis on financial analysis, planning and controlling, and capital acquisition and use techniques.
MBA 540/840 ACCOUNTING: FINANCIAL ANALYSIS FOR DECISION MAKING
(3 credits)*
The study of the interpretation and use of accounting reports in decision-making. Topics covered include: cost/profit relations; budgeting, break-even analysis and management planning and control.
Prerequisites: none
MBA 550/850 MARKETING MANAGEMENT (3 credits)
The study of the planning, implementation and control of the marketing function. Topics covered include: market segmentation, use of marketing research in decision-making, use of media and promotion, budgeting, and marketing program evaluation.
MBA 552/852 DIRECT MARKETING (3 credits)
An introduction to concepts, strategies, and applications involved in direct marketing, including direct mail, broadcast, print, catalogs and telemarketing. Measurability and accountability of direct marketing are stressed.
Suggested Prerequisite: MBA 550 Marketing Management.
MBA 553/853 SALES MANAGEMENT (3 credits)
A study of principles and practices in planning, organizing, and controlling sales force. Selection, training, compensating, supervising and stimulating salespersons is emphasized.
Suggested Prerequisite: MBA 550 Marketing Management.
MBA 554/854 ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT (3 credits)
This course focuses on managerial involvement in designing, planning and executing an advertising campaign. Topics covered include: role of advertising with marketing; advertising strategies and creative concepting; production processes; media planning and placement; budgeting; working with an advertising agency and/or outside suppliers.
Suggested Prerequisite: MBA 550 Marketing Management.
MBA 555/855 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (3 credits)
The study of the principles of management as applied to a small business with emphasis on the elements necessary to create a successful business operation. Development of a business plan will be culmination of the course.
MBA 565/865 SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT is the study of the integration of organizational strategies, policies, and programs across organizations, both the parent organization, supplier organizations, and sub-supplier organizations. This course examines supply chain management in both a domestic and global environment.
3 credits.
MBA 570/870 LEGAL ASPECTS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
(3 credits)
The study of business law from the standpoint of managerial and policy-making; special emphasis on recent legal developments and regulatory constraints on business, as well as ethical considerations imposed by law and society.
MBA 575/875 BUSINESS ETHICS (3 credits)*
Business Ethics studies contemporary ethical issues facing managers. Emphasis be placed on developing practical skills for analyzing ethical issues, formulating sound, well-grounded policies and taking effective action to resolve and prevent disputes.
Prerequisites: none
MBA 576/876 FRAUD MANAGEMENT is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the principles of occupational fraud, emphasizing circumstances with which any management team may ultimately be confronted. While there is no prerequisite, a basic understanding of financial principles as they apply to the business setting is recommended. 3 credits.
MBA 580/880 LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR (3 credits)
The study of managerial problems and policies relating to employee behavior in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on developing strategies for encouraging optimal behavior, thereby enhancing achievement of organizational goals.
Prerequisites: none
MBA 590/890 STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT (3 credits)*
The capstone course which interweaves all aspects of management and control. Emphasis is placed on developing the skills needed to produce integrated business strategies and policies, as demonstrated by a student-produced comprehensive business management plan. Prerequisites: MBA 500, MBA 510, MBA 520, MBA 530, MBA 540, MBA 575, MBA 580. This class is to be taken last in the course sequence.
MBA 600/900 COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS (3 credits)
A study of the theory and practice relevant to the development of compensation systems including motivation theories, job evaluation and pay structures. The design and administration of employee benefit system with a focus on health programs, pensions, deferred compensation and cafeteria plans will be studied.
MBA 605/905 ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (3 credits)
The study of practices and policies which are intended to manage and resolve disagreements with minimal cost and adversarial impact. Conciliation, meditation and arbitration are explored in both mandatory and voluntary settings. The application to disputes in business contexts is emphasized.
MBA 610/910 ISSUES IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (3 credits)
A study of the management and administrative issues related to group and individual performances and their effective contribution to the organizational objectives. Strategies for successful self management, team building and delegation will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: none
EDG 541/841 SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (3 credits)
Presents the theory and practice of administering funds and facilities in the elementary school, secondary school and total school system. The purposes, methods and forms used in business management of schools will be presented. Prerequisites: none
MRL 810 CHRISTIANITY: FROM PAUL TO THE PRESENT (3 credits)
This course surveys the history of Christianity with an emphasis upon the understanding and development of the Church as a movement of the Father for the Son in the Spirit. Prerequisites: none
MBA 615/915 LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW (3 credits)
This course will study the current operation of labor unions, the process and outcomes of collective bargaining and the impact on management and on the economic climate as they relate to social issues. Review of state and federal legislation will be emphasized. From a human resource management perspective, the course will also focus on current issues in employment law, including discrimination, employment at will and wrongful termination.
MBA 621/921 FINANCIAL INSTITUTION MANAGEMENT (3 credits)
A study of management concepts and techniques necessary to achieve success in the financial industry and financial markets. Topics include the regulatory environment, asset, liability and capital management decisions, the lending functions, and the role of financial markets in the operation of financial institutions.
MBA 622/922 RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE (3 credits)
A study if the nature and process of risk management and the tools of risk management, chiefly the use of insurance. The course will investigate the various forms of insurance from the perspective of business management. Property, liability, auto, health and life insurance will be discussed.
MBA 623/923 STATUTORY ACCOUNTING (3 credits)
Course will deal with the unique accounting system for insurance, pension, and institutional decisions.
MBA 624/924 HEALTH, LIFE AND SOCIAL INSURANCE (3 credits)
An investigation of annuities, types of health and life coverages, employee benefits, and unemployment, disability, and old-age insurance.
MBA 626/926 PORTFOLIO MATHEMATICS (3 credits)
is a study of portfolio mathematics, emphasizing investment policy, key concepts in modern portfolio theory, methods of common stock valuation, understanding of essential fixed income parameters, determinants of option pricing, and evaluating managers' performance.
MBA 620/920 ECONOMICS AND PUBLIC POLICY OF HEALTH CARE (3 credits)
A study of the demand for health care compared to the supply of providers of health care services. Consideration is given to an economic analysis of health care policies with emphasis on the ethical implications of policy decisions. Prerequisite: MBA 500 Managerial Economics.
MBA 625/925 SECURITIES ANALYSIS (3 credits)
A study of asset pricing, portfolio theory, the analysis of equity and fixed income securities and alternative investments such as options in capital decision making, in capital structure strategy and in portfolio management. Prerequisite: MBA 530 Financial Management.
MBA 630/930 ETHICS AND LEADERSHIP IN HEALTH CARE (3 credits)
This course will examine and evaluate leadership theories and develop leadership skills and abilities as they relate to the field of health care. Emphasis will be placed on motivation and leadership concepts in various organizational situations. Prerequisite: MBA 580 Leadership and Organizational Behavior.
MBA 640/940 INTERNSHIP IN HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION (3 credits)
Provides the integration of coursework with actual administrative experiences. Students are placed with health care providers or agencies for a minimum of 8 weeks. Periodic discussion with the instructor will be held to review work experiences and develop an internship report.
MBA 685/985 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HEALTH CARE (3 credits)
Long term health care, ambulatory care or hospital care. In-depth study of concepts and theories in a particular area of health care. The topics are offered as needed.
MBA 845 MBA INTERNSHIP (3 credits)
An optional course to be approved by the Director. Highly suggested for international students and students new to the business discipline.
MIB 530/830 GLOBAL PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS (3 credits)*
The study of the structure and functioning of production systems within a manufacturing context. The complexity of international business operations are also studied. Topics include: plant location and operation, inventory control, transportation, technology acquisition (CAD/CAM), work flow planning, JIT concepts and statistical quality control. Also covered is how each of the above topics generally relates to the global service environment.
MIB 540/840 INTERNATIONAL FINANCE (3 credits)*
This course presents the study of financial management in the global market-place. Topics will include foreign exchange, decisions relating to capital budgeting in relation to the flow of funds and the investment alternatives for management and investors. The operation of international financing markets will be presented.
MIB 545/845 INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS (3 credits)*
This course presents a study of the theories of international trade, international monetary economics, the impact of government policies and multilateral treaties and trade agreements.
MIB 555/855 INTERNATIONAL MARKETING (3 credits)*
The study of application of key marketing concepts to the international situations. Topics covered include: standardization vs. segmentation, marketing problem design and administration, and special problems.
MIB 560/860 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (3 credits)*
The study of business with an international context, with special attention paid to the problems peculiar to international business, as well as current trends, such as drive toward European unity, GATT, NAFTA, and Pacific Rim developments.
MMC 520/820 MANAGERIAL COMMUNICATION: PRACTICES AND PRINCIPLES (3 credits)
Course examines major approaches to management, focusing on theories of employee motivation, morale, resource management, communication networks, upward and downward messages, and superior-subordinate relationships. Diagnostic instruments are utilized in analyses and evaluation of managerial communication, identifying strengths and limitations. Focus is on setting behavioral goals for improving communication skills.
MMC 525/825 EFFECTIVE BUSINESS WRITING AND THE MARKETPLACE (3 credits)
Survey of writing techniques for public affairs and public relations including news releases, company publications, brochures, announcements, advertising, and media spots. Assignments stress tact, clarity, and conciseness in writing bad news, good news, and rejection letters. A segment on writing grant and research proposals are also included.
MMC 540/840 PUBLIC SPEAKING: PROFESSIONAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS(3) Development of proficiency in organizing, researching, editing, and giving oral presentations, emphasizing in delivery as well as in the use of visual aids. Speeches will be videotaped by the student and analyzed for improvement.
MMC 547/847 ADVANCED INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERVIEWING (3 credits)
Review of theories and research findings about how relations develop or deteriorate in the work environment. Topics include listening, nonverbal communication, trust, empathy, self-disclosure, climate, and interpersonal conflict.
MRL 830 COMPARATIVE RELIGIOUS EXPRESSIONS (3 credits)
This course challenges the student to distinguish and evaluate various religious expressions of the world in the light of an established framework of truth.
MRL 850 CONGREGATION MINISTRIES AND BEYOND (3 credits)
This course enables students to pursue a broad based overview of ministerial opportunities in the context of a local congregation. Administrative as well as leadership profiles will be augmented by practical applications for ministries with education, worship, and special age-group opportunities.
MRL 861 CHRISTIAN ETHICS (3 credits)
This course explores the distinct nature of Christian ethics in dialogue with other forms of ethical inquiries. Contemporary Christian responses to timely ethical issues will be explored.
MPA 535/835 BUDGETING IN PUBLIC AGENCIES (3 credits)
Examines the budgetary process of public agencies, including revenue sources, expenditures, decisions on levels of program support, and the impact of the political process. Techniques used to construct and implement budgets are also discussed.
MPA 540/840 PUBLIC PROGRAM EVALUATION (3 credits)
Considers the scope and methods of program evaluation, including analytical techniques necessary in evaluation. Discusses the roles of citizens, bureaucrats and elected officials in program design and implementation methods to carry out effective evaluations are presented.
MPA 568/868 PUBLIC PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION (3 credits)
An examination of the issues surrounding the employment and the managing of human resources in the public sector.
MPA 569/869 INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS (3 credits)
Covers the interdependencies between various governmental jurisdictions in our federal system. Examines the impact the federal system has on policy implementation and the allocation of government responsibilities.
MLS 530/830 ADMINISTRATIVE LAW AND PROCESS (3 credits)
Studies the various powers exercised by administrative agencies and their role in the American system of government.
