ISTC2021MGMT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides discussion and analysis of current issues related to the management of information systems. The components of an information system; hardware, software, data, connectivity, procedures and people are discussed in relationship to a variety of information systems including collaboration information systems, social media information systems, and enterprise wide systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning, Customer Relationship Management and Supply Chain Management. Other major areas of analysis include cloud computing, business intelligence, and the Systems Development Life Cycle. The focus of the analysis is using Information Systems to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
ISTC2045DATA BASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides the basic knowledge required to operate and use a computer to perform the practical tasks of data file creation, retrieval of data and maintenance of data files. DBMS's are used for all types of applications involving medium-to-large scale data files. Major focus is on the acquisition of a working knowledge of the theories, principles and operating procedures of data base management systems using a representative DBMS. This course is appropriate for all potential users of computers in all fields of study.
ISTC3025CASE STUDIES USING ADVANCED EXCEL (ADMG3025)
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
Case Studies Using Advanced Excel is designed to provide students with advanced Excel applications requiring analytical skills. This course will require application within a variety of both profit and non-profit situations and will focus on problem solving and critical thinking with Excel. Excel skills incorporated into case studies will include, but are not limited to: Pivot tables and charts, VLOOKUP, IF,AND,OR formulas, Text-to- Columns, and the Concatenate function. Other software, for which Excel serves as a basis, may also be covered. Cross-listed with ADMG3025
Minor Required Courses: 12 credits
FINC3031INVESTMENTS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course introduces the securities markets and examines the three traditional asset classes of cash, fixed income, and equity. Topics include modern portfolio theory, the relationship between risk and return, efficient markets, technical analysis, behavior finance, and ratio analysis.
FINC3032FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course introduces external sources and processes of finance. Topics include time value of money, term structure of interest rates, risk return trade-off, discounted cash flow, ratio analysis, weighted average cost of capital, and capital budgeting.
FINC3036FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course will provide an understanding of various types of financial markets and institutions that exist and operate in the U.S. economy. Topics include the Federal Reserve System, Monetary Polcy, and Interest Rates along with the impact at all three have on the state of the economy.
PREREQUISITES:
ADMG1005 & ACCT2004
FINC4033INTERMEDIATE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
The course will reinforce and extend the principles and concepts introduced in FINC3032 - Financial Management. Topics include corporate valuation, working capital managment, and strategics decision making, along with the decisions faced by corporate managers as they assess the value of various investment and financial strategies.
Minor Required: Choose One: 3 credits
ISTC2045DATA BASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides the basic knowledge required to operate and use a computer to perform the practical tasks of data file creation, retrieval of data and maintenance of data files. DBMS's are used for all types of applications involving medium-to-large scale data files. Major focus is on the acquisition of a working knowledge of the theories, principles and operating procedures of data base management systems using a representative DBMS. This course is appropriate for all potential users of computers in all fields of study.
ISTC3025CASE STUDIES USING ADVANCED EXCEL (ADMG3025)
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
Case Studies Using Advanced Excel is designed to provide students with advanced Excel applications requiring analytical skills. This course will require application within a variety of both profit and non-profit situations and will focus on problem solving and critical thinking with Excel. Excel skills incorporated into case studies will include, but are not limited to: Pivot tables and charts, VLOOKUP, IF,AND,OR formulas, Text-to- Columns, and the Concatenate function. Other software, for which Excel serves as a basis, may also be covered. Cross-listed with ADMG3025