COURSE DESCRIPTIONS


ACCOUNTING

ACCT 201 Financial Accounting, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MATH 110 or MATH 111, MATH 201, CSCE 101
This is an introductory course on the fundamental concepts of accounting and the objective of an accounting system. Topics include the accounting cycle and the format and content of general purpose financial statements and the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

ACCT 202 Managerial Accounting, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: ACCT 201
This course explains to students how to apply accounting concepts to serve managerial decision making and control. Topics covered include cost types and systems, cost behavior analysis, cost allocation, job-order and activity-based product costing, budgeting, break-even analysis and professional ethics.

ACCT 301 Cost Accounting, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: ACCT 202
This course covers in more details the use of accounting information in decision making related to resource allocation and performance evaluation. Topics include budgeting, cost accumulation for product costing, activity-based costing, cost estimation and prediction, cost-price-volume decisions, performance measurement and transfer pricing. The course also includes an introduction to corporate governance and the impact of Sarbanes Oxley Act on business organizations.



BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

BSAD 301 Business Ethics, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 201
This course explains to students the importance of making business decisions in the light of moral principles and corporate social responsibility. It examines frequent conflicts that may arise in conducting business activities such as employee rights, customer rights and how to deal with competition. Topics covered include free markets and regulation, corporate strategy and stockholder relations, product testing and safety measures, racial and gender discrimination etc.

BSAD 302 International Business, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 201, MKTG 301
This course introduces students to the world of international business by focusing on the social, economic, geopolitical and cultural dimensions of cross-border business and trade. The main topics covered include: special features of the international marketplace (geopolitics and geo-economic aspects, globalization and regional economic integration, international monetary and financial institutions, cross-cultural management, etc.), strategies to access and operate in foreign markets (export, foreign direct investment, joint-ventures, licensing, franchising, strategic alliances, etc.), as well as the ethical aspects related to international business.

BASD 401 - Business Law, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 201 and BSAD 301 or consent of the faculty advisor
The objective of this course is to provide the students with the knowledge of the Egyptian legal system as well as an overview of the international law which is necessary to the making of informed and effective business decisions. Since law develops and evolves in response to the changing environment, this course will emphasize the impact of regulatory changes on business decisions.

BSAD 470 Strategic Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission.
This capstone course is intended to develop students’ competencies and analytical skills in strategic decision-making. It allows students to integrate the knowledge acquired in different specialized functional areas of business administration in order to develop an integrated and strategic perspective of the organization. Relying mainly on the normative approach to strategic management, this course exposes students to the conceptual thinking and analytical tools required for situation analysis (including both environmental scanning and internal analysis), strategy formulation, strategy implementation, and strategy evaluation and control.



ECONOMICS

ECON 201 Macroeconomics, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MATH 110 or MATH 111, MATH 201, CSCE 101
This course covers the economic concepts and theories on the aggregate level. Topics covered include monetary and fiscal policies, gross domestic product, interest rate, inflation and deflation, unemployment, government deficit and debt, balance of payments, income distribution and economic growth and development.

ECON 202 Microeconomics, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MATH 110 or MATH 111, MATH 201, CSCE 101
This course explains to students the patterns of supply and demand and the determination of output and prices. Topics covered include production possibility frontier, elasticity of supply and demand, labor markets and minimum wage, indifference curves, costs, scale and timing, factors of production and types of market competition.



FINANCE

FINC 301 Introduction to Finance, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: ACCT 201 and ECON 201
This course introduces the students to the main concepts of finance. Topics include the time value of money, management of working capital, capital budgeting, risk and return concepts, financial assets' pricing, corporate financial structure and the cost of capital. It also introduces students to the different types of financial markets/institutions namely: the money market, the capital market, the foreign-exchange market and the commodities market, the way they operate and how to evaluate market efficiency.

FINC 302 Money and Banking, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 301
This course focuses on the money market and covers the basic concepts of money supply, monetary policy and the role of financial intermediaries and the central bank. It introduces the students to the structure and operations of the banking sector and explains how to analyze banks' performance and creditworthiness. The course explains the regulatory framework of the banking sector in Egypt and the characteristics of the different types of banks (commercial, investment, specialized). It also sheds light on the rising trend of mergers and acquisitions in the industry.

FINC 303 Financial Statement Analysis, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 301
This course helps the students to develop core skills essential to financial statement analysis. It covers ratio analysis, cash flow analysis, pro forma financial statements, financial modeling and firm valuation using discounted cash flow techniques. Spreadsheet application is an essential educational tool in this course.

FINC 304 Entrepreneurial Finance, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 301
The course covers the basic financial tools that should be known to entrepreneurs with emphasis on the Egyptian market. Focus is given to start-ups and technology based firms. It also covers the application of financial theory in a venture capital and private equity setting. This course is offered for non-finance majors only.

FINC 401 Corporate Financial Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 301
This course builds on the basic knowledge covered in the introduction to finance course with more in depth and quantitative examination of the principles of financial decision-making. Topics covered include capital budgeting tools, investment evaluation techniques, financial forecasting and cost of capital estimation.

FINC 402 Advanced Corporate Finance, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 401
This is an advanced course that covers the firm's capital structure theory with emphasis on market imperfections such as financial distress and agency issues. Topics covered include the different ways used to raise external funds both short-term and long-term, corporate payout policy, corporate restructuring and advanced capital budgeting. The course also sheds the light on risk management tools.

FINC 403 Capital Markets and Portfolio Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 301
The first part of the course explains to students the major international markets, primary, secondary and OTC markets, the mechanism of trading in capital markets, the major market players/participants, market instruments, the key risks faced by trading in the capital markets and the different risk-management tools used to hedge against such risks. The second part covers securities' pricing models, portfolio management, diversification and optimization. Topics covered are asset allocation, active stock selection, market timing, quantitative selection methods, technical analysis, performance measurement, mutual funds and hedge funds.

FINC 404 Options and Derivatives, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 403
The course covers the characteristics, pricing and hedging techniques of the basic derivatives securities; options, swaps, futures and forwards. It gives the students the opportunity to value derivatives and develop strategies based on their analyses.

FINC 405 International Finance, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 301
This course introduces the students to the major concepts of international finance. Topics covered are such as international institutions and international setting for investors and traders, cross-border money and capital mobility, interest rates and inflation, monetary and fiscal policies, exchange rate determination and volatility, determination and management of foreign exchange and country risks, currency and financial crises, international capital budgeting, the benefit of international diversification, cross-border valuation and corporate governance.

FINC 406 Mergers and Acquisitions, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 401 or consent of the faculty advisor
The course covers the various aspects of the corporate acquisition market including synergies, valuation of acquisition targets, takeover defenses, the role of management as well as institutional shareholders.

FINC 407 Venture Capital and Private Equity, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: FINC 401 or consent of the faculty advisor
The course introduces students to the fundamentals of venture capital and private equity in terms of valuation, deal structuring, governance and harvesting. Topics covered are leveraged buyout, strategies of private equity funds, types of private equity transactions, options and hybrid financing structures and other special topics on the IPO market and incubation.

FINC 490 Special Topics in Finance, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission.
Current and emerging issues in Finance.

FINC 499 Independent Study in Finance, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission.
Supervised individual study and research conducted in student’s special field of interest. The student will propose the investigation desired and develop the scope of work to be completed. Comprehensive written report required.



MANAGEMENT

MGMT 201 Fundamentals of Management, 3 cr hr
The course develops an understanding of management theories and management skills through an examination of the basic functions of management. The concepts of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling are enhanced to show how these basic principles can be used to create a healthy and thriving environment in today's global environment. Special attention will be given to decision making, problem solving, and leadership in an environment where productivity improvements is a major concern.

MGMT 301 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 201
This course consists of three parts. The first part introduces students to the entrepreneurial activity. The second part concentrates on the survival and growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and focuses on the managerial aspects of SMEs when compared to large firms. The third part addresses the unique challenges faced by family businesses. Topics covered include the benefits and drawbacks of being an entrepreneur, developmental structures and designs, focus development, management during fast growth periods, lack of resources and financing, development of sustainable intangible resources (legitimacy, status, reputation, etc). Other topics related to family business management include ownership, governance and management, succession planning, generational gaps, delegation and control and the role of non-family members.

MGMT 302 Organizational Behavior, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 201
This course introduces concepts and theories related to people’s behavior in modern business organizations. It investigates the impact individuals, groups, and structures have on behavior within an organization, and the way to apply that knowledge to make organizations work more effectively. The course is structured around three main subjects: 1) individual and self-management processes (personality, attitudes, motivation, work stress, etc.), 2) group processes (teamwork, within and between groups dynamics, etc.), and 3) organizational processes (organizational culture, structure, and design, power and political behavior, decision-making, organizational change, etc.)

MGMT 303 Human Resources Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 302
This course provides an introduction to the field of human resource management. Students will learn about the roles and functions of members of the HR department. The emphasis of the course covers also every manager’s responsibilities in managing human resources. Topics covered include: staffing, job analysis, recruitment, workforce diversity, equal employment opportunity, compensation, safety and health at work, HR development, as well as an overview of strategic human resource management.

MGMT 401 Negotiations & Conflict Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 302
This course introduces the theory and practice of negotiations and explores various models of negotiation and bargaining. It also examines the nature of conflict as it occurs in organizations, and how conflict can be both constructive and destructive for the organization. The student will be able to develop his negotiation skills throughout this course.

MGMT 402 Innovation & Product/Service Development, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 302
Throughout this course the student will be able to understand the importance of innovation and the role it plays in the different aspects of the organization. A special emphasis will be put on technological innovations; those related to products (goods and services) and processes. The course will also introduce frameworks, tools, techniques, and perspectives that help learners to effectively develop and market new products and services. Topics covered include product life cycle concepts, the process of innovating and launching new products and services, adoption and diffusion of innovations, strategic product planning, and developing the service offering.

MGMT 403 Change Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 302
Throughout this course the student will be able to learn basic principles of organizational change such as types of organizational change, identifying needs for change, resistance to change, change management processes, and other topics related to change management. The course will also introduce leadership, especially transformational leadership, as a critical factor to organizational change success.

MGMT 404 Service Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 302
This course provides an appreciation and understanding of the unique challenges inherent in managing services when compared to physical goods. Students are introduced to concepts, theories, and practical tools that allow them to build service models, and conceive and implement profitable service strategies. The main topics discussed include: developing services concepts, positioning services in competitive markets, creating relationships and building customer loyalty, improving service quality and productivity, as well as other issues related to pricing, promotion, positioning and design of services.

MGMT 470 Business Planning for New Ventures (Capstone for the Major), 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission.
This course focuses on the basic concepts related to conceiving, writing and presenting a professional business plan for new ventures. Topics include spotting and screening business ideas; feasibility analysis; industry and market analyses; marketing, operations and financial plans; business plan write-up and presentation, etc. Students are expected to draw on the many skills and concepts they learned during their business education to develop a comprehensive viable business plan for an entrepreneurial start-up. Students will be introduced to a software to create professional business plans.

MGMT 490 Special Topics in Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission.
Current and emerging issues in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management.

MGMT 499 Independent Study in Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission.
Supervised individual study and research conducted in student’s special field of interest. The student will propose the investigation desired and develop the scope of work to be completed. Comprehensive written report required.



MARKETING

MKTG 301 Principles of Marketing, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MGMT 201
This is an introductory course in which the students will gain a basic overview of marketing and marketing management and the role it plays in organizations and society. The main topics discussed in the course are segmentation, targeting, positioning, development of new products, pricing, promoting and distribution of products and services.

MKTG 302 Consumer Behavior, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 301
This course studies the factors that influence the buying habits of consumers, the pre-purchase decisions and the post purchase evaluation processes. The course will provide the student with a broad analysis of the social, cultural, economic, and psychological factors that influence the decision-making process of consumers. Methods of measuring and analyzing consumers and consumer markets are introduced. Upon completion of this course the students will be able to understand why consumers make specific decisions about a product or service, what motivates them, what captures their attention and what retains their loyalty.

MKTG 303 Distribution Channels Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 301
This course explains the nature of distribution channels in organizations and the different types of channel members. Throughout the course the students will learn the different distribution channels, how to select the distribution partners and how to establish a successful distribution system. The course will also discuss the services offered by different channel members such as retailers, wholesalers, agents and brokers.

MKTG 304 Brand Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 301
This course introduces the students to the essential branding information, including common branding terms, the importance of brand value, the characteristics of a good brand name and the ability to build a strong brand for a product or a company. The students will also learn the different branding strategies and the signs that can indicate a troubled strategy. The course will expose the students to the challenges facing the launch of a new brand and how to face those challenges.

MKTG 305 B2B Marketing, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 301
The course focuses on marketing between organizations and the interaction and communication between businesses in the global marketplace. The students will learn aspects concerning the business-to-business marketing environment, business-to-business customer relationship management, the identification of market opportunities for intermediaries and organizations, business partnerships and supply chain strategies.

MKTG 306 Sales Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 301
This course will help the student understand and apply the principles of sales management. It includes two key areas. The first is a thorough understanding of the actual selling function. Topics that will be discussed include locating and qualifying your customer, how to make effective sales presentations, and how to handle objections and close the deal. The second component of the course will focus on understanding the managerial implications of the sales force. Topics will include planning the total sales effort, recruiting of sales people, training, motivation, compensation, and evaluation of sales efforts.

MKTG 401 International Marketing, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 301
This course introduces the students to the techniques and strategies needed to apply the marketing concepts to the global marketplace. Students will learn how to develop marketing plans taking into account the different cultural, legal, economical and environmental aspects of overseas transactions. Topics discussed include product policy, channels, pricing, and promotion with special emphasis on multinational marketing strategies.

MKTG 402 Marketing Research, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 302 or consent of the faculty advisor
This course studies the role of research in the marketing process, the different research methodologies and the development of measurement techniques. Emphasis is placed on the nature and scope of marketing research methods for obtaining internal and external data and on the steps and processes involved in gathering and analyzing data.

MKTG 403 Integrated Marketing Communication, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 302 or consent of the faculty advisor
This course provides an integrative approach to the study of the promotion mix, including advertising, publicity, personal selling, sales promotion and reseller support. Students will learn how the different marketing communication elements work together to enhance the marketing function and to achieve maximum impact on the marketing plan and the organization performance. Students will develop an integrated marketing communication plan for a product, service or idea using the concepts and techniques learned in class.

MKTG 404 Customer Relationship Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MKTG 302 or consent of the faculty advisor
This course provides the students with the basic knowledge about the importance of long-term relationships with existing customers as a source of competitive advantage. The students will learn the strategies and methods used to increase customer satisfaction, to maintain customer loyalty and to improve customer relationships; the students will also gain knowledge about possibilities and principles of customer relationship management on different markets.

MKTG 470 Marketing Strategy, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission
This upper-level course builds on concepts introduced in previous marketing courses. The focus of this course is strategic marketing analysis and marketing planning. The students will learn different marketing models and practices, the process required to develop marketing strategies, key strategic decisions (value creation, communication, delivery…etc), and will gain considerable experience in the analysis of complex marketing decisions.

MKTG 490 Special Topics in Marketing, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission
Current and emerging issues in Marketing.

MKTG 499 Independent Study in Marketing, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission
Supervised individual study and research conducted in student’s special field of interest. The student will propose the investigation desired and develop the scope of work to be completed. Comprehensive written report required.



MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

MOIT 301 Information Systems and Technologies, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: CSCE101, MGMT 201
This course introduces students to the concepts underlying modern computing and information management. Topics include computer architecture and operating systems, information retrieval techniques, graphical user interfaces, networks, groupware, computer performance evaluation, efficiency of algorithms, and cryptography, hands-on exposure to Internet services, SQL database language, PowerBuilder graphical interface language, and Lotus Notes.

MOIT 302 Database Management Systems, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 301
This course introduces data management issues in organizations and provides an overview of data management solutions. Principles of data models, database design, relational database systems and object database systems are discussed. Topics include: transaction management, concurrency control, recovery, security and advances in database technology.

MOIT 303 E-business, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 301
This course introduces students to the technological and strategic issues relating to the use of the Internet from a business perspective. The objective of this course is to introduce decision-making tools for how businesses use the Internet. Topics include Internet technologies, strategic implications of e-Business, pricing strategy, information-intense products, online marketplaces, and issues of Internet privacy and security.

MOIT 304 Networks and Telecommunication, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 301
This course covers basic knowledge of data communication and networking requirements, including appropriate technologies. Emphasis is given to analysis and design of networking applications in organizations, management of telecommunication networks, cost-benefit analysis, and evaluation of connectivity options. Students learn to evaluate, select, and implement different communication options within an organization.

MOIT 305 Enterprise Systems, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 302 or consent of the faculty advisor
This course analyzes current practices in systems integration including business intelligence, enterprise application integration (EAI), enterprise resource planning (ERP) and data integration. Further, this course addresses the skills required to develop system Requests for Proposals (RFPs), evaluation and management of contracts and contractors, testing methods, installation planning and outsourcing.

MOIT306 Data Mining, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 301
This Course introduces students to the basic applications, concepts, and techniques of data mining and develops the skills for using recent data mining softwares to solve practical problems in a variety of disciplines. Topics covered include data selection and cleaning, machine learning, prediction, and clustering.

MOIT 307 Introduction to Programming, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 302
This is an introduction to computer programming in the Windows graphical user interface environment. The fundamentals of object-oriented programming and event-driven programming will be emphasized. Topics include planning, incorporating graphical user interface elements, code development, documentation, basic file manipulation, problem solving techniques, stepwise refinement, and modular design.

MOIT 308 Decision Support Systems, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 302
This course focuses on the use and application of information systems to support the decision-making process. Knowledge-based systems, neural networks, expert systems, electronic meeting systems, group systems and web-based systems are discussed as a basis for designing and developing highly effective decision support systems. Data models, interactive processes, knowledge-based approaches and integration with database systems are also described. Theoretical concepts are applied to real-world applications.

MOIT 401 Systems Analysis and Development, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 305 or consent of the faculty advisor
This course presents the basic systems principles and concepts; logical analysis, design, and modeling of information systems with emphasis on object-oriented methodologies; life cycle phases; use of the Unified Modeling Language, the Rational Unified Process, and Class-Responsibility-Collaboration (CRC) cards. A CASE tool is used to implement system features such as use cases, use case diagrams, class diagrams, sequence diagrams, collaboration diagrams, and state diagrams.

MOIT 402 Legal and Ethical Issues in IT, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 305
This course is intended to enable students to understand and to respond to the legal and ethical issues that arise from the utilization of information technology. Students will explore ethical and social issues arising from the computerization of industry and government, with emphasis on copyright, security, and privacy issues. The primary focus of the course will be the determination of the weight that these ethical and social issues should have in the design, implementation, and uses of present and anticipated applications of information technology.

MOIT 403 Accounting & Financial Information Systems, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: MOIT 301, FINC 301
This course will acquaint students with accounting and finance software packages and the potential uses of computer applications in accounting or finance situations. Students will complete a variety of accounting problems using the computer. Systems covered include manual accounting, computerized accounting, and Internet electronic commerce applications. The course also examines various technologies that facilitate secure B2B financial transactions, secure B2C financial services such as online bill payment and credit card transactions and financial reporting standards and regulations.

MOIT 470 Information Technology Strategy, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing
This course prepares information systems officers and other professionals to develop an IT strategy that aligns business strategy with IT infrastructure; with emphasis on IT for competitive advantage.

MOIT 490 Special Topics in Management of Information Technology, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission
Current and emerging issues in Information Technology.

MOIT 499 Independent Study in Management of Information Technology, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission
Supervised individual study and research conducted in student’s special field of interest. The student will propose the investigation desired and develop the scope of work to be completed. Comprehensive written report required.



OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

OPMG301 Operations Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG302
This course gives an overview of the basic principles, functions and concepts involved in the design, operation, and control of operations in contemporary organizations. Topics covered include operations strategy, forecasting, capacity planning, location, production planning, materials management, productivity management, and quality management.

OPMG302 Quantitative Methods for Business, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: CSCE 101
The course covers fundamental theory, concept, research, and practice in operations research and management science. Topics include linear programming, transportation and assignment problems, forecasting techniques, decision analysis, queuing analysis applied to tactical and strategic business decisions in functional areas and interfaces among these areas. This course is excel-based.

OPMG303 Supply Chain Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG 302
The topics presented in this course include the concepts of supply chain management as they apply to transportation and other industries that require activities such as inventory control, scheduling, project management, forecasting, and other operational issues.

OPMG 304 Quality Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG 303 or consent of the faculty advisor
This course provides an overview on the continuous improvement process utilized in the management of quality in both production and service organizations. Emphasis will be placed on planning, documenting, implementing, and verifying quality assurance procedures. Topics will include quality tools, measurement systems and design of statistical control systems.

OPMG 305 Operations Management in Services, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG 301
This course deals with a firm's operations management function, with emphasis on service organizations. It examines critical competitive and strategic issues pertaining to service operations management. A sampling of topics addressed includes service facility design, layout, and location, service quality, managing queues, managing capacity and demand, the service encounter, forecasting and project management. A wide survey of service industries will be studied including healthcare, financial services, consulting, entertainment, hospitality, airlines, higher education, and environmental services.

OPMG 401 Logistics and Materials Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG 303
Various problems related to the procurement, handling, and storing of materials in different stages of production will be discussed. The topics covered include purchasing, material requirement planning, material handling and transportation, and material management information systems. Both qualitative and quantitative techniques will be used. Examples will be drawn from business situations and students will be required to develop procedures and models to deal with different types of materials.

OPMG 402 Inventory Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG 303
This course examines the methods of production planning and inventory control for improving economy, productivity and customer service. Topics include deterministic and probabilistic models, decision rules for inventory management, and operation for just-in-time (JIT) or stockless production.

OPMG 403 Simulation Modeling and Business Dynamics, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG 303 or consent of the faculty advisor
This is an introduction to the basic aspects of modeling and simulation applied to problem solving and decision making in businesses with application to production, logistics, service, and other systems. Emphasis will be on model building, application of basic statistical data analysis, and the use of simulation for design, evaluation, and improvement of such systems. The topics include statistical models, queuing theory, random variate generation, design and analysis of experiments, verification and validation of simulation models.

OPMG 404 Business Process Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG 304
This course provides an overview on the principles, concepts, trends and techniques required to transform businesses from a traditional, functional approach to a process-centric one. The course provides a survey of the various methods for architecture, analysis, design, and specification being used in the Business Process Management field, and introduces participants to a simple audit they can use to provide an indication of where organization is and where it needs work to become more process-centric. Topics include process mapping, performance measurement, performance improvement, and driving change.

OPMG 405 Project Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: OPMG 301
This course explores the overall scope of project management and its role in organizations to achieve corporate goals. The course also looks at how project management differs from general management, in terms of the short term nature of projects compared with the relatively enduring nature of organizations, the different reporting requirements for costs and the need for special contracts for projects, as well as many other aspects. Topics covered include project requirements, work breakdown structures, life cycles management concepts, risk management, and general project management theory.

OPMG 470 Operations Strategy, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing
This course addresses the development and implementation of production/operations strategy and the integration of this strategy with the corporate/business strategies and with those of other functional areas. Topics include planning and implementation of operations strategies, organizational design for operations, productivity improvement, and the implementation of production planning and control systems. Issues related to supply chain coordination and the strategic impact of the Internet in particular, and of information technology in general, on supply chains and business models will be addressed.

OPMG 490 - Special Topics in Operations Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission
This course focuses on an emerging topic in Operations Management that has been important to the field.

OPMG 499 - Independent Study in Operations Management, 3 cr hr
Prerequisite/s: Graduate standing and instructor permission
Supervised individual study and research conducted in student’s special field of interest. The student will propose the investigation desired and develop the scope of work to be completed. Comprehensive written report required.