Accounting Concepts I(32-ACCT-245) (Replaces Principles of Accounting 101 & 102)
This course will cover the accounting cycle, accounting for merchandising operations, asset and equity measurement, receivables, long term assets, payables and inventory. BOK: QR
Accounting Concepts II (32-ACCT-246) (Replaces Principles of Accounting103)
This course will cover long term liabilities, corporate transactions, stock transactions, statement of cash flow and analysis of financial statements using ratios. (Prereq: 32-ACCT-245) BOK (QR)
Accounting for Decision Making (32-ACCT-271)(Replaces Man. Acct’g 241 & 242)
The course will cover cost-volume-profit analysis, budgeting, variable costing, just in time inventory methods, present value, capital budgeting, net present value, payback, and rate of return. BOK (QR) (Prereq: 32-ACCT-245, 246 or Permission of Instructor)
Advertising ( 32-MKTG-371)
Concepts and techniques of advertising and promotions from a marketing management perspective. Topics are addressed to advance promotion of product. Advertising and Public Relations issues are emphasized. Contemporary techniques of direct marketing, catalog and web based advertising are stressed. ( PREREQ. 32-MKTG-275 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR) BOK (N/A)
Applied Statistics in Business I (32-STAT-231)(Replaces Statistics 201 & 202)
Topics include graphical and numeric descriptive statistics, introduction to probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions. Business applications and emphasized. Coverage of topics supplemented by use of laboratory exercises that include hands-on activities and data analysis using computer software. BOK: QR
Applied Statistics in Business II (32-STAT-232)(Replaces Statistics 203)
Topics include sampling techniques, sampling distributions, interval estimation and hypothesis testing, chi-square tests, analysis of variance, simple and multiple linear regression. Business applications are emphasized. Coverage of topics supplemented by use of laboratory exercises that include hands-on activities and data analysis using computer software. BOK: QR (Prereq: 32-STAT-231)
Basic Entrepreneur (32-MGMT-274)
This course will focus on the basic issues that will be central to personal goal setting and decision making for the budding entrepreneur or small business owner.
Building and Grounds Operations (32-FHM-271)
The course covers the operational aspects of property management. To facilitate learning the concepts covered in this course, students will conduct building surveys. Computer applications will be utilized for the planning, scheduling, inventory control, design techniques, and budget preparation. Other topics covered include: space planning, interior maintenance plan, four seasons exterior maintenance plan, disaster planning, security plan and hazardous materials procedures.
Business Finance (32-FIN-371)
This course will cover investment and financing decisions, analysis of financial markets, budgeting and forecasting cost of capital. An overview of international financial management, time value of money, risk analysis in capital. Budgeting and ratio analysis. BOK QR (Prereq: 32-ACCT-245, 246 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR)
Business Law I (32-BLAW-271)
A study of the legal environment of business, including the principles of dispute resolution, tort, consumer protection, antitrust and employment law. BOK: SS, SE
Business Law II (32-BLAW 272)
Contract and property law. The law of negotiated obligations with emphasis on economic and social reasons for contract rules. Introduction to the Uniform Commercial Code. Survey of the law of real and personal property, including intellectual property, patents, copyrights, trademarks. BOK: SS,SE
Creating A Business Plan (32-MGMT-273)
The development, communication, and implementation of a strategic plan for a new or existing business.
Constitutional Law (32-POL-251)
A survey of the principles of the American Constitution and Supreme Court decision making. Including judicial review, separation of powers, civil rights and civil liberties. BOK: SS, SE
Directed Studies in Free Enterprise II (32-MGMT-291)
A didactic opportunity for students to participate in experiential internships or Students in Free Enterprise projects. Requires a minimum of thirty contact hours of participation. BOK: SE (Prereq: Permission of Instructor)
Energy Management (32-FHM-481)
The course covers the area of energy conservation techniques applicable to diversified types of facilities such as hotels, schools, office and industrial complexes, apartment complexes, resorts, casinos, sports, and recreational facilities. The study of energy audit and analysis as well as the implementation and payback of the energy measures will be included. Building automation systems will be included. Computer simulation will be utilized to enhance student learning.
Ethics in Hospitality and Tourism (32-FHM-483)
This course will apply ethical theories to situations in various hospitality industry job areas. Topics covered applying ethics to the purchasing, marketing and sales function; the ethics of the food and beverage function, applying ethics to maintain environmentally sound hospitality and tourism industry. Bok: S/E; (Prerequisites 32-PHIL-371 or permission of instructor)
Hospitality Facilities Management and Design (32-FHM-280)
This course will cover the cost, and management of hospitality facilities, environmental and sustainability management, safety and security, energy management, renovation and capital projects. This course will also cover the operating systems that optimizes comfort for employees, residents, and guests while reducing energy and operating costs for the owners. Bok: N/A (Prerequisite 32-FHM-152 or permission of instructor)
Hospitality Law (32-FHM-377)
The course will review business law as applied to the hospitality field – hotel, resort, spa, restaurant, and travel professionals with an emphasis on preventative law to assist in avoiding lawsuits.
Hospitality Management Accounting (32-FHM-381)
This course will cover the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, fair value accounting, casino accounting and revenue management, food and beverage cost and income taxes. Bok: QR; (Prerequisite 32-ACCT-271 or permission of instructor)
Hospitality Marketing (32-FHM-486)
This course will cover marketing in hospitality and tourism, marketing and service systems, pricing and revenue management, distribution networks, e-marketing, consumer demographics and emerging markets. Bok; N/A; (Prerequisite 32-MKTG-275 or permission of instructor)
Human Resources in the Hospitality Industry (32-FHM-487)
This course will cover diversity, development and training, retention, managing conflict, FMLA, Safety and security, workers compensation and other topics. Bok: N/A; (Prerequisite 32-MGMT-385 or permission of instructor)
Human Resource Management and Supervision (32-MGMT-385)
The course covers the history of human development management, staff planning, selection, recruitment, evaluation, labor relations, collective bargaining, industrial relations, discipline, compensation, incentives, handling conflicts, time management, ethics, and organizational politics. BOK: SE (Prereq: 32-MGMT-261, 32-FHM-141, 142, or permission of instructor)
International Hospitality Management (32-FHM-484)
This course will cover globalization, tourism and the lodging sector; emergence of international hotels, developing an international hotel, international human resources management and global competition. Bok: N/A; (Prerequisite majors only or permission of instructor)
Introduction to Business (32-BA-171)
A functional overview of business which includes major issues in business today and business career opportunities.
Introduction to Customer Service (32-FHM-175)
This course will cover the essential skills for anyone working in business. It will cover the following topics listening skills, verbal and non verbal communication, use of technology and how to handle difficult customers. It will use the case approach. Bok: N/A; (Prerequisite: None)
IntroductionTo The New Business Venture (32-MGMT-272)
An overview of all aspects of starting and operation a successful business venture to provide a fundamental understanding of the processes to complete the marketing, financial, and organizational plans which are the foundation of a meaningful business plan.
Introduction to Management (32-MGMT-261)
An overview of the basic concepts of management; beginning with the planning function and concluding with the control function. Emphasis is given to defining the management process, reviewing management history, the changing environment of management, planning and decision making, organizing, staffing, and communication. BOK (SE)
Introduction to Sport Management I (32-SMGT-171)
The definition and evolution of sport management. This course will explore various careers in professional, collegiate, high school and other areas of sport management. The student will define professional goals based on personal strengths and weaknesses in light of skills and competencies of sport leaders.
Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining (32-MGMT-383)
An overview of the labor relations and collective bargaining process. Topics covered will include: the legal aspects of collective bargaining, management strategies and structure for collective bargaining, union strategies and structures for representing workers, the negotiation process and strikes, contract terms and employment outcomes, participatory processes. A case study approach will be used. (PREREQ: 32-MGMT-261 or PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR) BOK (SE)
Management Theory (32-MGMT-371)
An in-depth analysis of management theories. The course addresses motivation, job performance, group dynamics, power, leadership, behavior modification, organization development, managing information, operations management. The course focuses on managerial communication in the organization. Special emphasis is placed on employee motivation and communication. (Prereq. 32-MGMT-261 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR) BOK (SE)
Marketing (32-MKTG-275)
Basic concepts of marketing and the application of these concepts in making decisions and managing marketing activities. Concentration on development of a marketing strategy: target markets, product, price, distribution and promotion.
Meeting Management (32-FHM-384)
This course will cover topics in meeting management strategies, destination options and issues, program development, meeting production and procedures and legal and ethical considerations. Bok: N/A; (Prerequisite majors only or permission of instructor)
Personal Selling (32-MKTG-373)
Persuasive oral communication from a business perspective. Emphasis on student application of personal selling principles. ( PREREQ. 32-MKTG-275 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR) BOK (N/A)
Retailing (32-MKTG-372)
The course will cover the various aspects of retailing. The course will addresses ethical and legal issues, consumer behavior, organizational structure, personnel, security, site selection, product mix. Topics addressed from management perspective. Principles addressed are applicable to project management and planning for decision makers who will market products to consumers and to the trade. (PREREQ. 32-MKTG-275 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR) BOK (N/A)
Risk Management and Insurance (32-FHM-489)
The study of risk management and methods of controlling risks involved in facilities and property management, including the law and role of insurance. Students will have opportunities for practical application of the subject areas they study, for instance students will be presented with a “case” from which they must determine the risks and safety factors involved and come up with solutions and plans to alleviate and/or protect against the risks. Students will study and learn how to formulate safety procedures including evacuation plans for any time of emergency—fire, toxic substance exposure, medical emergencies, terrorist threats, critical issues for event safety, outdoor events and emergencies. Bok N/A; (Prerequisite none)
Rooms Division Management (32-FHM-482)
This course will cover revenue management, lodging systems, room division, and housekeeping, and loss prevention. Bok: N/A; (Prerequisite 32-FHM-381 or permission of instructor)
Small Business Management (32-MGMT-375)
An applied introduction to starting or buying a business. Course address the business plan, the operations team, financing, marketing plan. Focus is on the business niche, the business plan and strategic planning and marketing. Managerial skills for the small business managers are identified.( Prereq. 32-MGMT-261 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR) BOK (SE)
Spa and Resort Management (32-FHM-383)
This course will cover the resort industry, the development and management of these properties, including ski resorts, cruise ships, and gaming properties. Bok: N/A; (Prerequisite major only or permission of instructor)
Space Planning and Interior Design (32-FHM-371)
The course covers the study and application of space planning and interior design concepts and the ergonomics involved as well as on others in the facility. Students will study building code requirements, costs, depreciation factors, space and functionality considerations
Special Event Planning and Management (32-FHM-274)
This course will cover the concepts in operational and marking for planning, developing, and implementing conferences, banquets, conventions, catering, and special events. Techniques for developing goals and objectives for programming large events will be covered, as well as evaluative skills.
Survey of Investments (32-FIN-272)
The economic background of investments. Investing in federal government securities; stocks and bonds. Overview of worldwide securities markets and investment policies.
Travel and Tourism Management (32-FHM-385)
This course will look at the economic, political and social forces that impact travel and tourism from a domestic and global perceptive. Bok: N/A; (Prerequisite majors only or permission of instructor)
The Department also offers courses in Facilities and Hospitality Management and Sport Administration. For information on these courses click on the program link.
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