Mar 28, 2024  
2021-22 NSU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2021-22 NSU Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 

English

  
  • ENGL 4283 - The English Novel


    Description: Study of themes and techniques of selected British novelists.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4313 - Shakespeare - Tragedies


    Description: Consideration of the major tragedies.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4323 - Studies in Irish Literature


    CIP Code: 231404
    Description: Students explore specific authors and issues in Irish literature and history with particular attention to issues of identity, nation-building, mythology, and culture as part of the Irish literary experience. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture contact hours per week:

    Lecture: 3


    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4333 - Dramatic Literature


    Description: Analysis of works of drama including British, European, American and other drama, excluding Shakespeare. Course may concentrate on one or more historical periods in drama.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Cross-listed: DRAM 4303.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both DRAM 4303 World Drama and ENGL 4333.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4363 - Advanced English Composition


    CIP Code: 231304
    Description: In this advanced writing course, students learn current theories in writing studies with close examination and practice in various methods, styles, and approaches to writing.  These include critical analysis, rhetoric, research, and argumentation.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Note: A high level of proficiency in writing skills is required.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4401 - Honors Research IV


    Description: All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity.  All other students are expected to attend.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Prerequisite: ENGL 4402 Honors Research III.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • ENGL 4402 - Honors Research III


    Description: Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Prerequisite: ENGL 3402 Honors Research II.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • ENGL 4433 - Screen Writing Workshop


    Description: This course introduces the student to the basic elements of the screenwriting craft with special emphasis on the screen treatment and provides a forum of instructor/peer review of the student’s work.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ENGL 3143 Introduction to Creative Writing.
    Note: May be repeated twice for credit of up to six hours.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4443 - Native American Film and Media


    Description: In this course, students will learn about media literacy and visual competency as well as cultural appropriation from and cultural resistance by Native peoples. They will critically examine various texts (film, television, print) and it (mis)representation of Native peoples. Students will also investigate media contributions by Native peoples and discuss the impact of how this media reflects these communities and how a wider audience might respond.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Cross-listed: AIS 4443.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4443 and ENGL 4443.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4453 - American Indian Rhetorics


    Description: Students will read/study/listen to North American Indian intellectuals and critically engage with current issues tribes are facing. The goal is for students to understand and “join a conversation” about ways in which cultural continuance, social justice, and tribal self-determination impact not only tribal people, but our society as a whole.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Cross-listed: AIS 4453.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4453 and ENGL 4453.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4463 - Native American Literature I


    Description: A study of literary efforts of the American Indian (poetry, novels, short stories, biographies, essays, and other prose works) emphasizing the variety of cultural offerings of the Indian writers to 1940.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Cross-listed: AIS 4463.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4463 and ENGL 4463.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4473 - Native American Literature II


    Description: A study of literary efforts of the American Indian (poetry, novels, short stories, biographies, essays, and other prose works) emphasizing the variety of cultural offerings of the Indian writers from 1940.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Cross-listed: AIS 4473.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4473 and ENGL 4473.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4501 - English Education Capstone


    CIP Code: 131305
    Description: Students focus on topics and readings related to literate and ethical practices in ELA teaching and a readiness to actively develop as a professional educator. They learn to apply current theories and research to promote educational opportunities that are diverse, inclusive, and equitable to enhance English Language Arts instruction.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Co-requisite: EDUC 4252 - Full Internship Seminar
  
  • ENGL 4543 - Women’s Literature


    Description: Examines writing specifically by women, especially writing which does not necessarily fit into survey courses. Although the course is not feminist, attention will be paid to the cultural background of the literature.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4553 - American Novel


    Description: An analysis of themes and techniques of major American writers which may include Hawthorne, Melville, James, Twain, Stowe, Wharton, Faulkner, Walker and others, emphasizing critical reading and writing skills.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4603 - 20th Century American Drama


    Description: Study of major American dramatic works in the twentieth century.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4623 - Studies in Poetry (Individual Authors or Periods)


    Description: Intensive study of the works of selected poets or poetic periods which may include Romantic poetry, Modernist poetry or Victorian poetry, among others.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Note: May be repeated for credit with different course topics.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4643 - Music and Literature


    CIP Code: 231401
    Description: Students investigate the relationships between music and literature at many levels, including the impact of each on culture, thought and feeling, and the underlying philosophical and spiritual foundations of diverse subcultures. Specific musical and literary genres may change, including classical, hip-hop, and others.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture contact hours per week:

    Lecture: 3


    Note: Repeatable for up to six hours with changes in emphasis.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4663 - History of the English Language


    CIP Code: 230101
    Description: Students trace the linguistic, social, literary, and historical development of Modern Standard English from Proto-Indo-European through Old English and Middle English.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture contact hours per week:

    Lecture: 3


    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4693 - Studies in Literature (Individual Authors)


    Description: Intensive study of the works of selected canonized authors which include Chaucer and Milton, among others.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Note: May be repeated for credit with different course topics.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4713 - Studies in Drama (Individual Authors or Periods)


    Description: Intensive study of the works of selected dramatists or dramatic periods from classical to contemporary drama.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Note: May be repeated for credit with different course topics.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4763 - Literature in Translation


    CIP Code: 230101
    Description: Students analyze global works in translation that are of particular philosophical, literary, or humanistic interest to our culture and time. Topics vary and may include European, South American, African, Classical, and other literatures.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture contact hours per week:

    Lecture: 3


    Note: Repeatable for up to six hours with changes in emphasis.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4773 - Masterpieces of World Fiction


    Description: A study of novels of the world which may include European, Asian, South American, African and other works.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4793 - Literary Criticism


    Description: A study of the major documents of literary criticism from Plato and Aristotle to the present.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4813 - Native American Mythology and Folklore


    CIP Code: 231402
    Description: Primarily a study of North American folk tales-creation myths, trickster, hero, animal wives and husbands, journeys to other world tales. A study of superstitions, beliefs, customs, and costumes, with particular emphasis on local resources.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Cross-listed: AIS 4813.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4813 and ENGL 4813.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4823 - Advanced Creative Writing Workshop


    Description: This course offers continued study for the intermediate or advanced writer in fiction, poetry, or playwriting. The course provides the student a forum for in-depth review from the instructor and peers.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4843 - Language Materials & Technology


    CIP Code: 131401
    Description: Students examine the current approaches to language learning materials development as well the preparation and use of such materials and technologies in the language classroom. This will include not only print materials, audiovisual media, and realia, but also electronic devices, applications, and computer-assisted language learning environments.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ENGL 3843-Principles of TESOL, ENGL 3253 Traditional Grammar and Usage, and ENGL 4083 Linguistics.
  
  • ENGL 4853 - Creative Writing Portfolio Workshop


    Description: This course serves as the final course in the Creative Writing Minor. Students will work on a substantial body of work that represents their best effort as creative writers. The course provides the student a forum for in-depth review from the instructor and peers.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4863 - Language Assessment


    CIP Code: 131401
    Description: Students are trained in proficiency assessment in second language instruction. This will include training in the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages standards and guidelines for English and other world languages and familiarity with assessment-based targets associated with high-stakes language testing, such as TOEFL and IELTS. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ENGL 3843 Principles of TESOL and ENGL 4093 Methods & Second Language Acquisition Theory.
    Restrictions: Requires instructor permission.
  
  • ENGL 4883 - Cultural Activities of the Five Tribes


    Description: Agencies of culture that were active among the Cherokee, Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw, and Seminole Indians, from the time of their removal through statehood. Organizations and activities of the communities, schools, and churches will be explored.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Cross-listed: AIS 4883.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4883 and ENGL 4883.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4900 - English Studies I


    Description: A series of courses in special areas of English studies, including literature, language, composition, and the teaching of English.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4910 - English Studies II


    Description: A series of courses in special areas of English studies, including literature, language, composition, and the teaching of English.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4920 - English Studies III


    Description: A series of courses in special areas of English studies, including literature, language, composition and the teaching of English.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4930 - English Studies IV


    Description: A series of courses in special areas of English studies, including literature, language, composition, and the teaching of English.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Restrictions: English major with senior standing, including at least 30 hours in the major and approval of project by the faculty committee.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4953 - Publication Workshop


    CIP Code: 231302
    Description: Students will learn the process of publication within current industry norms. Students will specifically learn about submission, editing, copy editing, layout, and design.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ENGL 3143 Introduction to Creative Writing.
  
  • ENGL 4963 - Professional Practicum in English


    CIP Code: 230101
    Description: Applied research and professional development are the focus of the course. The course would be at a parity level for similar courses in other disciplines and allows for students to intern with potential future employers in their final two semesters of coursework.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Department chair approval is required.
  
  • ENGL 4973 - Directed Readings in English


    CIP Code: 231401
    Description: Students research specific topics in literary studies, rhetoric, and linguistics. Research proposals must be approved by mentoring faculty and the department chair prior to enrollment.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Requires approval of faculty mentor and the department chair.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENGL 4992 - English Capstone Experience


    CIP Code: 230101
    Description: Students will design and complete an artifact-informed major portfolio and project demonstrating their growth as an English major and preparations toward future graduate study or workforce readiness in coordination with their faculty mentor.  Approval of faculty mentor and the department is required.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture contact hours per week:

    Other: 2


    Prerequisite: ENGL 2001 Introduction to the English Major.
    Restrictions: Requires department chair approval.

Environmental, Health, and Safety Management

  
  • EHSM 5043 - Workplace Safety


    CIP Code: 151501
    Description: A study of federal regulations and compliance.  Developing systematic and continuing programs in safety management, particularly as it relates to business and industry and its economic impact. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both SAFM 4413 Machine and Materials Safety and EHSM 5043 Workplace Safety.
    Note: UC
  
  • EHSM 5143 - Environmental Management


    CIP Code: 151501
    Description: An overview of the federal and international environmental standards.  Key components include:  CAA, CWA, SDWA, RCRA, SARA, CERCLA, TSCA, FIFRA and auditing.  DOJ’s mitigating factors and ISO 14000 will be covered. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both ENVM 4233 Environmental Regulatory Compliance and EHSM 5143 Environmental Management.
    Note: UC
  
  • EHSM 5163 - Industrial Hygiene


    CIP Code: 151501
    Description: A study of human interaction in the operations of industrial and business environments as it relates to physical, chemical, biological and ergonomic stresses. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both SAFM 4423 Industrial Hygiene Management and EHSM 5163 Industrial Hygiene.
    Note: UC
  
  • EHSM 5353 - Air Pollution Control


    CIP Code: 150703
    Description: Students will study the Clean Air Act and its requirements affecting various industries including in-depth evaluations of various control strategies to reduce emissions through pollution prevention opportunities and air pollution control devices. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both ENVM 4043 Industrial Air Pollution Control and EHSM 5353 Air Pollution Control.
    Note: UC

Environmental Management

  
  • ENVM 3023 - Introduction to Environmental Management


    Description: An overview of the national problem of managing hazardous waste materials with regard to environmental protection. Introduces the learner to regulations, risk assessment, waste generators, storage, and information disclosure systems. Career opportunities and educational requirements will be explored.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ENVM 3043 - Environmental Contaminants


    Description: Sources, significance and fates of organic and inorganic contaminants found in the terrestrial, atmospheric and subsurface environments.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ENVM 3053 - Hazardous Waste Management


    Description: Presents a philosophical basis for corporate compliance, including strategies for the development of an environmental management program. Labeling, transportation and applicable standards including management practices in reducing waste generation, recycling and reclamation will be examined.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ENVM 4023 - Industrial Waste Treatment


    Description: Biological, chemical and physical treatment alternatives for hazardous and non-hazardous liquid waste streams produced by industrial processes.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1123 General Chemistry I and ENVM 3023 Intro to Environmental Management.
  
  • ENVM 4033 - Environmental Chemistry


    Description: General chemical principles, including equilibrium, kinetics, organic and inorganic compounds, thermodynamics, homogeneous and heterogeneous solutions, atmospheric and soil chemistry, and acid-based and oxidation-reduction reactions, applied to environmental management.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1123 General Chemistry I.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • ENVM 4043 - Industrial Air Pollution Control


    Description: A review of indoor and outdoor air pollutants produced by industrial processes. Special emphasis on management and technical options used to minimize production of contaminants. Industrial reporting and monitoring requirements to satisfy the Clean Air Act.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • ENVM 4053 - Environmental Toxicology


    Description: An overview of the origins of toxicology and regulation of chemicals based upon experimental and analytical methodology. The toxicity of chemicals, their no- effect levels and thresholds, margins of safety, and bioaccumulation are studied. The effects of chemicals and how health problems are traced to environmental causes will also be reviewed.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ENVM 3023 Intro to Environmental Management or instructor permission.
  
  • ENVM 4233 - Environmental Regulatory Compliance


    CIP Code: 150703
    Description: Students will study the various federal and state laws concerning the handling, storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous materials. Includes elements of a successful auditing program, conducting an audit, and report writing.

    Credit Hours: 3

Environmental Science

  
  • ENSC 3401 - Honors Research I


    Description: Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • ENSC 3402 - Honors Research II


    Description: Research and development of scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Prerequisite: ENSC 3401 Honors Research I.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • ENSC 4401 - Honors Research IV


    Description: All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity.  All other students are expected to attend.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Prerequisite: ENSC 4402 Honors Research III.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • ENSC 4402 - Honors Research III


    Description: Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Prerequisite: ENSC 3402 Honors Research II.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • ENSC 4713 - Independent Study I


    Description: Student research allied with instructor’s environmental science research.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Note: Acceptance by the coordinator must be obtained prior to enrollment.
  
  • ENSC 4723 - Independent Study II


    Description: Student research allied with instructor’s environmental science research.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ENSC 4713 Independent Study I.
    Note: Acceptance by the coordinator must be obtained prior to enrollment.
  
  • ENSC 4730 - Internship


    Description: Internship in an approved professional facility.  Designed to assist students in the Environmental Science Major gain on-the-job experience. 

    Credit Hours: 3 or 6
    Restrictions: Coordinator and College Dean permission.
    Note: May be repeated for a total of six credit hours.

Finance

  
  • FIN 2113 - Personal Financial Planning


    Description: An introductory course covering the various problems of individual financial management. Recommended course content topics include: personal budgeting, consumer loans, credit cards, personal insurance, savings accounts, investments, social security, home purchases, financial institution services, personal taxes, wills, estate planning, retirement planning, career planning, financial planning, and lease arrangements.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Note: Not available as finance major elective.
  
  • FIN 3013 - Money and Banking


    Description: A study of the development of the monetary system in the United States, its policies and how they impact the banking industry, the economy, and society.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ECON 2313 Prin of Macroeconomics with a minimum grade of C.
    Cross-listed: ECON 3013.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ECON 3013 and FIN 3013.
  
  • FIN 3203 - Real Estate Principles


    Description: An introduction to the field of real estate, including legal descriptions, rights and interests, ownership, title, recordation and abstracts, contracts, mortgages, and insurance.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: BLAW 3003 Business Law I with a minimum grade of C or instructor permission.
    Cross-listed: BLAW 3203.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both BLAW 3203 and FIN 3203.
  
  • FIN 3213 - Principles of Finance


    CIP Code: 520801
    Description: Students discuss the responsibilities of corporate managers, the dynamics of risk and required rate of return, debt and equity tradeoff,  working capital management, corporate governance and ethics as well as the impact of taxes on business decisions. Students use financial statements, financial ratios and time value of money techniques; estimate cash flows, calculate cost of capital, and apply capital budgeting tools to make long-term investment decisions; forecast financial needs, value corporate securities, develop measures of management performance; and manage challenges of financial managers in a global setting. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 2103 Intro to Financial Accounting, ACCT 2203 Intro to Managerial Accounting, MATH 1513 College Algebra or MATH 1523 Functions and Change with a minimum grade of C or Math ACT score of 23 or higher, ECON 2213 Prin of Microeconomics and ECON 2313 Prin of Macroeconomics with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 3303 - Real Estate Finance


    Description: An intensive analysis of the financing of commercial and residential real estate development and the investment opportunities offered by real estate. The course covers commercial and residential mortgaging, real estate contracts, evaluation of the purchase of rental properties, the role of appraisal in real estate financing, and real estate investing including real estate investment trust (REIT).

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Prin of Finance and BLAW 3003 Business Law I with a minimum grade of C or instructor permission.
  
  • FIN 3313 - Special Topics in Finance


    Description: Designed to vary with need and interests of the students and the community for financial education.  Subjects to be covered may range over any of the various areas of financial management and financial planning.  Specific content and format will be determined by the course offered and the needs and interests of the participants.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Prin of Finance with a minimum grade of C.
    Restrictions: Junior standing or above and instructor permission.
  
  • FIN 3533 - Working Capital Finance


    Description: Focus on the management of the current assets and liabilities of the firm. Emphasis on management of treasury functions, inventories, accounts receivables and short term borrowing. Includes credit management and control, collection methods and techniques and the credit analysis of clients.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Prin of Finance with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 3553 - Entrepreneurial Finance


    CIP Code: 520801
    Description: Students explore financing decisions from an entrepreneurial perspective including identifying and valuing entrepreneurial business opportunities, raising funds for opportunities, structuring financial contracts and harvesting success and value.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture contact hours per week: 3
    Prerequisite: MGMT 3263 Principles of Entrepreneurship with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 3613 - Insurance


    Description: A study of the basic ideas, problems and principles found in all types of modern day insurance, including fundamentals of insurance contracts, the nature of the insurance institution, and government regulation of insurance.

    Credit Hours: 3
  
  • FIN 3633 - Investments


    Description: A first course in investments designed to develop a successful investment program. Topics include a discussion of economic and industry specific issues, a survey of securities, security analysis and valuation, securities markets, and securities laws.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Prin of Finance with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4013 - Management of Financial Institutions


    Description: Students identify intermediary functions and relate those to the management of financial institutions in an international environment.  They analyze financial concepts and techniques such as gap management, asset/liability management, and financial regulations related to ethical management of financial institutions.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 4233 Securities Markets with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4023 - International Finance


    Description: Students examine current practices and conventions of multinational firms with an emphasis on international financial theory and decision-making processes.  Students explore the environment of multinational firms and corporations, the foreign exchange market, and asset management techniques.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Prin of Finance with a minimum grade of C.
    Cross-listed: IBUS 4023.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both FIN 4023 and IBUS 4023.
  
  • FIN 4033 - Professional Financial Planning


    Description: The study of the principles, concepts, ethics and applications of financial planning for the professional planner working with individuals, families, or businesses. Analytical procedures will be taught and cases used to illustrate the determination of financial goals, appropriate product selection, and planning process implementation necessary to accomplish goals.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3613 Insurance, FIN 3633 Investments, ACCT/FIN 4323 Estate Planning, ACCT 3003 Income Tax Accounting, and ACCT 4223 Retirement and Employee Benefit Planning with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4183 - Managerial Finance


    Description: Financial function including analysis of financial needs, acquisition of financial resources, and the allocation of funds to finance ongoing business activity. Financial decision making involving applied economics, accounting, and statistics.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Prin of Finance and MGMT 3183 Prin of Management with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4193 - Financial Statement Analysis


    Description: An in-depth study of financial analysis utilizing an analytic framework and statistical tools to measure risk and predict firm performance. Computer modeling skills and techniques are developed to analyze financial or business strategies.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Principles of Finance and (ACCT 3303 Intermediate Accounting I or FIN 4183 Managerial Finance) with a minimum grade of C.
    Cross-listed: ACCT 4193.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ACCT 4193 and FIN 4193.
  
  • FIN 4233 - Securities Markets


    Description: Study of financial markets and institutions. The course covers the nature, functions, structure, and regulation of financial markets in the U.S. and internationally. Topics include: equity markets (stocks and mutual funds), debt markets (corporate and municipal), and the institutions operating in those markets.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Prin of Finance with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4243 - Derivative Securities


    Description: An in-depth study of the characteristics of derivative securities including call options, put options, future contracts, forward contracts, and swaps and their use by businesses and financial institutions. Additional topics include risk analysis, hedging, arbitrage, and financial engineering to achieve financial objectives.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3633 Investments with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4323 - Estate Planning


    Description: In this course students apply estate planning in personal financial planning. This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts of the fundamentals of estate planning, estate planning considerations and constraints, tools and techniques for general estate planning, and the tools and techniques for special estate planning situations.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: ACCT 3003 Income Tax Accounting with a minimum grade of C.
    Cross-listed: ACCT 4323.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ACCT 4323 and FIN 4323.
  
  • FIN 4333 - Portfolio Management


    Description: Studies of issues relative to portfolio construction and asset allocation. The course covers the process of setting, monitoring, and achieving portfolio objectives, diversification, hedging, and the role of ethics (fiduciary duties and responsibilities).

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 3633 Investments with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4383 - Quantitative Analysis of Financial Decisions


    Description: A study of the theoretical foundations and the practical application of the various techniques available to analyze long-term investment decisions of a firm. The course emphasizes the capital budgeting process, including risk analysis, real options, and the cost of capital.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 4183 Managerial Finance with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4433 - Seminar in Finance


    Description: Emphasis on application of finance concepts to real world problems using case studies with heavy reliance on spreadsheets models. Cases will cover financial analysis and forecasting; working capital management; capital budgeting; determination of the optimal capital structure; leasing; and other financial issues of topical interest.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FIN 4183 Managerial Finance with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • FIN 4950 - Finance Internship


    CIP Code: 520801
    Description: Work in an approved business position related to finance. Consists of applying knowledge which has been gained while working toward a degree.

    Credit Hours: 3 or 6
    Restrictions: Junior standing or above and Department Chair permission.
    Note: Not available as Finance elective.

French

  
  • FREN 1013 - Introduction to French Language and Cultures


    Description: A basic introduction to the French language and to the peoples who speak French, with emphasis on customs, traditions, and cultural heritage.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Note: Taught primarily in English, with no prior French necessary.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 1113 - Elementary French I


    Description: Grammar and pronunciation; reading, composition and oral-aural practice.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 1123 - Elementary French II


    Description: Grammar and pronunciation; reading, composition and oral-aural practice.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FREN 1113 Elementary French I.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 2002 - French Culture


    Description: Basic knowledge of the peoples of the world who speak French. Includes emphasis on customs, traditions and cultural heritage.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Note: Course approach involves lectures, research, and/or travel.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 2010 - Seminar


    Description: Courses in French language with emphasis on individual needs. Course approach may involve lectures, research and/or travel.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 2113 - Intermediate French I


    Description: Grammar, composition, oral-aural practice and readings.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FREN 1123 Elementary French II.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 2123 - Intermediate French II


    Description: Grammar, composition, oral-aural practice and readings.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FREN 2113 Intermediate French I.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 3113 - Advanced Composition & Conversation I


    Description: Composition, oral reports and discussion of civilization topics.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FREN 2123 Intermediate French II.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 3123 - Advanced Composition & Conversation II


    Description: Composition, oral reports and discussion of French civilization topics.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FREN 3113 Advanced Composition & Conversation I.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 3203 - French Culture and Civilization


    Description: An examination of the culture and life-style of the French people, with emphasis on the historical, intellectual, artistic and social development of France. Readings, discussion, and audio-visual materials.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FREN 1113 Elementary French I and FREN 1123 Elementary French II.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 3503 - Readings in French Literature


    Description: Selected readings in contemporary French literature with emphasis on conversational and written practice.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FREN 2123 Intermediate French II.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 4093 - Methods and Second Language Acquisition Theory


    Description: An introduction to current theories of second language acquisition and the language teaching methodologies based on these theories.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Restrictions: Junior standing or above.
  
  • FREN 4123 - Advanced French Grammar


    Description: Pronunciation principles, orthography and punctuation; syntactical, lexical and stylistic aspects.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: FREN 3123 Advanced Composition & Conversation II.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 4410 - Seminar


    Description: Studies in French language and literature, with emphasis on individual needs.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisite: Completion of twelve hours of French.
    Note: Any combination of this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 4503 - Survey of French Literature I


    Description: Readings, lectures, and term projects in French Literature to 1800.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: Completion of six hours of advanced French (3000 level).
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • FREN 4603 - Survey of French Literature II


    Description: Readings, lectures, and term projects in French Literature since 1800.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: Completion of six hours of advanced French (3000 level).
    LAS Course: Yes

Geography

  
  • GEOG 2003 - Global Studies


    Description: A geographic approach to topics of global significance which may include the following: Population and Migration, Climate Change, International Development, and Natural Hazards and Risk Assessment. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Note: May be repeated with different topics; no more than six credit hours may be applied to the Geography major or minor.
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • GEOG 2133 - Global Economic Geography


    Description: Geographic analysis of the world’s economic activities with particular attention to international trade and sustainable, regional development.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • GEOG 2243 - Fundamentals of Geography


    Description: A geographic perspective on globalization intended to broaden students’ understanding of the interactions between earth’s diverse cultures and environments. Emphasizes geographic concepts and tools to help students interpret their roles and responsibilities in today’s complex, globally oriented society.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • GEOG 2253 - World Regional Geography


    Description: An analysis of the world’s major regions with particular attention to conflicts, globalization, and environmental themes.

    Credit Hours: 3
    LAS Course: Yes
  
  • GEOG 2901 - Study Abroad


    Description: Study Abroad students will experience other countries and cultures and will learn about those countries’ geography and how that influences their governments, economies, histories, and customs.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
    Note:   Study Abroad may be repeated for a maximum of three credit hours.
    LAS Course: Yes
 

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