Jun 16, 2024  
2022-23 Academic Catalog 
    
2022-23 Academic Catalog [NOT CURRENT CATALOGS]

Course Descriptions


 

Art

  
  • ART 240 - Intro to Printmaking*APC


    Credits: 4

    Introduction to fine art printmaking through a studio practice using both traditional and contemporary methods. Emphasis on applying technical skill to individual conceptual development. This course will be offered with a rotating emphasis on relief, intaglio, lithography, and monotype. ART 101  and ART 130  recommended.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
  
  • ART 243 - Intro to Screen Printing*APC


    Credits: 4

    This course provides an introduction and beginning exploration of the latest developments in non-toxic digital, and photo serigraphy printing techniques. Course will include use of drawing materials, photo imaging, and digital imaging techniques. ART 101  and ART 120  recommended.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
  
  • ART 260 - Beginning Photography*APC


    Credits: 4

    An introduction to photography as a medium of creative expression. Major emphasis is on learning the film camera, processing film, and enlarging prints. 35mm camera with manually adjustable apertures and shutter speeds required. Automatic cameras are not acceptable. ART 101 , ART 120  or ART 130  recommended.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC
  
  • ART 261 - Beginning Digital Photography*APC


    Credits: 4

    This course is an introduction to digital photography as a means of creative expression. Major emphasis is on learning the manual controls of the digital camera as well as basic manipulation of images in the digital darkroom. Digital camera with manual controls is required. Digital SLR cameras are preferred. Automatic cameras are not acceptable.

    General Education Core: Art Process/Creation
    Course Attributes: APC, INQ
    Course Outcomes: Inquiry

  
  • ART 270 - Intro to Ceramics*APC


    Credits: 4

    An introduction to the use of clay as applied to the design and construction of three dimensional forms both utilitarian and sculptural. Major emphasis is on developing wheel throwing skills and techniques, In addition to discussions of historical context, design, use, and meaning. Instruction In the basics of decoration and firing of mid/high-fire stoneware ceramics, as well as mixing clays and glazes, health and safety protocols, and group critiques. ART 101  Recommended.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
  
  • ART 280 - Beginning Painting*APC


    Credits: 4

    The objective of this course is to provide the beginning painting student with a fundamental understanding of the application of a plastic medium. The focus of the studio investigations will be to manipulate space on a 2D surface through a variety of techniques. Projects will be augmented with demonstrations, pertinent slide/film presentations, in-class studies, and critiques.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
  
  • ART 290 - Intro to Sculpture*APC


    Credits: 4

    An introduction to the many aspects of designing, fabricating, and discussing three-dimensional objects. Emphasis is on exploring, understanding, and safely manipulating a variety of ideas, tools and materials through construction challenges and assignments, in addition to group/individual critiques. ART 101  or ART 120  recommended.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC
  
  • ART 301 - Junior Theory & Practice


    Credits: 4

    Art theory and contemporary criticism studied in relation to the broader field of art as well as to each student’s own body of artwork. Portfolio, resume and artist statement development. Components of this course may include reading, writing, discussion, portfolio development and critiques. Writing Intensive. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course. 

    Prerequisites: ART 101
    Course Attributes: UWR, SLCB
  
  • ART 310 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

  
  • ART 321 - Digital Design*APC


    Credits: 4

    The objectives of the course will be to explore design through the use of digital technologies. Aesthetic, technical, and conceptual considerations will be the focus of this course.

    General Education Core: Art Process/Creation
    Course Attributes: APC, INQ
    Course Outcomes: Inquiry

  
  • ART 330 - Life Drawing


    Credits: 4

    Basic artist’s anatomy with progressively expressive approaches to drawing the human figure. May be repeated once.

    Prerequisites: ART 101 , ART 130  or consent of instructor
  
  • ART 340 - Intermediate Printmaking


    Credits: 4

    An in-depth exploration of multiple-plate printing techniques with an emphasis on developing personal creative interests and content. Students will explore traditional, contemporary, and experimental methods. This course will be offered with a rotating emphasis on intaglio, relief, screen printing, lithography, and monotype.

    Prerequisites: ART 240 or ART 243
  
  • ART 343 - Intermediate Screen Printing


    Credits: 4

    This course provides an in-depth exploration of the latest developments in non-toxic, digital and photo serigraphy printing processes with an emphasis on developing individual content. Course will include exploration of drawing materials, photo imaging, and digital imaging techniques.

    Prerequisites: ART 240 or ART 243
  
  • ART 360 - Intermediate Photography


    Credits: 4

    A further exploration of the potentials of the medium of photography. Improvement of basic skills and introduction to more advanced techniques. Emphasis on intermediate dark-room techniques and introduction to medium- and large-format cameras. Beginning development of student’s own imagery.

    Prerequisites: ART 260
  
  • ART 364 - Advanced Digital Photography


    Credits: 4

    This is an advanced course in color photography using the digital darkroom. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course. Course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites: ART 260  or consent of instructor.
  
  • ART 369 - Photography: Documentary and Studio Techniques


    Credits: 4

    An exploration of studio and documentary photography techniques as they relate to fine art and commercial practices. Emphasis on more advanced techniques and use of digital cameras. Continued development of the student’s own imagery. Course may be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites: ART 364  or consent of instructor.
  
  • ART 370 - Intermediate Ceramics


    Credits: 4

    A continuing investigation in to the nuances of clay, as applied to design processes, fabrication, social impact, use, and historical understandings of ‘utilitarian’ and ‘sculptural’ objects. Major emphasis is on developing hand-building (non-wheel) skills and techniques. Further, more in-depth instruction regarding surfaces, decoration, kiln programing and firing, glaze chemistry, and developing each student’s own self-directed personal vision. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ART 270  or consent of instructor.
  
  • ART 380 - Intermediate Painting


    Credits: 4

    An intermediate level course. Assumes experience with basic tools, materials and techniques of painting in at least one medium. Provides further opportunity to investigate the possibilities of manipulating space on a 2D surface through a variety of technique and media. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ART 101  and ART 280  or consent of instructor.
  
  • ART 384 - Experiments in 2-D Media


    Credits: 4

    This course will explore non-traditional approaches to mixed-media painting and monotype. Course will include drawing, painting and printing on alternative substrates such as polymer papers and found objects with a variety of media as well as incorporating stenciling and digital imaging techniques. Students will be encouraged to investigate their own creative content, imagery, and process while studying contemporary conceptual and process-oriented art practices. May be taken twice for credit.

    Prerequisites: ART 230, ART 240, ART 243, or ART 280
  
  • ART 391 - Intermediate Sculpture


    Credits: 4

    The further examination of aesthetic, technical, and conceptual considerations. This course will focus on casting and fabrication with an emphasis placed on expression and personal vision.

    Prerequisites: ART 290 or consent of instructor
  
  • ART 401 - Senior Theory and Practice


    Credits: 4

    Advanced theory and contemporary criticism studied in relation to the broader field of art as well as to each student’s own body of artwork. Senior exhibition, presentation, artist statement refinement and website development. Components of this course may include reading, writing, discussion, exhibition and studio practice, development of dialoging on personalized aesthetics and presentations. Writing Intensive. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ART 301
    Course Attributes: SLCB, UWR
  
  • ART 407 - Senior Seminar


    Credits: 3

    Advanced theory and contemporary criticism studied in relation to the broader field of art as well as to each student’s own body of artwork. Components of this course may include reading, writing, discussion and critiques. Must have senior standing and is ART 307 recommended.

    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • ART 409 - Practicum


    Credits: 1-12

    Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • ART 410 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • ART 411 - Senior Exhibition Preparation


    Credits: 1

    A senior show is a requirement that completes the art student’s tenure at Eastern Oregon University. This course will take place prior to the exhibit and assist students in preparing and organizing the mechanics of the exhibit and associated publicity. Students must have senior standing.

    Prerequisites: ART 301  or ART 307 & ART 401  
  
  • ART 412 - Capstone Exhibition


    Credits: 2

    A senior exhibit is a requirement that completes the art student’s tenure at Eastern Oregon University. This show will be composed of a selection of the finest work completed during studio study. Students must have senior standing.

    Prerequisites: ART 301 , ART 401 , ART 411  
  
  • ART 426 - Individualized Study


    Credits: 1-3

    Provides opportunity for the student to acquire additional depth and personal achievement in any art area beyond what is supplied by usual course offerings. Major emphasis on the development of dialoguing on personalized aesthetics and concepts.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
  
  • ART 440 - Advanced Printmaking


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed to develop mastery within the editioning process while further pursuing personal creative interests and content. Using traditional and experimental methods students will create work in series to explore contemporary applications of fine-art multiples. May be taken twice for credit.

    Prerequisites: ART 340
  
  • ART 443 - Advanced Screen Printing


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed to develop mastery within the latest non-toxic, digital, and photo serigraphy printing processes while further pursuing personal creative interests and content. Using a variety of drawing materials, photo imaging, and digital imaging techniques, students will explore the historical and current social significance of the multiple. May be taken twice for credit. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ART 343
  
  • ART 460 - Advanced Photography


    Credits: 4

    Continued exploration of the potentials of the medium of photography. Emphasis on advanced darkroom techniques and use of medium- and large-format cameras. Continued development of student’s own imagery with an emphasis on content and concept. May be repeated for credit. 

    Prerequisites: ART 360
  
  • ART 470 - Advanced Ceramics


    Credits: 4

    An in-depth and student-directed exploration of ceramic design and fabrication processes, along with social impact, use, historical understandings, and contemporary issues as related to clay objects. Major emphasis is on deepening each student’s conceptual, research, and content strategies, while working towards a conceptually robust and meaningful body of completed work. Continued self-directed investigations into glaze chemistry, clay bodies, and raw materials exploration.

    Prerequisites: ART 370  or consent of instructor.
  
  • ART 480 - Advanced Painting


    Credits: 4

    This course focuses on further developing technical skill and content in one’s painting practice. Through individual studio work and research, students explore how their personal creative interests are in dialogue with the broader context of traditional and contemporary painting. This course is the most advanced course in the painting series. May be taken twice for credit. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ART 380 or ART 384
  
  • ART 491 - Advanced Sculpture


    Credits: 4

    A deep student-directed exploration of the nuances of creating, understanding, and discussing three dimensional objects. Emphasis is on furthering one’s design and fabrication skills, while also exploring social impact, context, historical understandings, and wider implications of the sculptural object. Students are expected to pursue a deep and contextually-aware relationship with their own concepts and content.

  
  • ART 510 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Graduate standing required


Undergraduate Business

  
  • BA 101 - Introduction to Business in a Global Environment*GTW


    Credits: 4

    BA 101 provides an overview of business in society, exploring the historical, social, economic, ethical and legal environments. In addition the course explores the major functional areas of business: marketing, management, human resources, financial markets and global business. Business major and non-major students are introduced to business terminology, concepts, practices and career opportunities.

    General Education Core: Gateway
    Course Attributes: GTW
  
  • BA 114 - Micro Topic


    Credits: 1-5

    Software and hardware instruction on various topics including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

  
  • BA 209 - Practicum


    Credits: 1-5

    A planned and supervised work experience at an introductory level designed to offer students opportunity to explore or finalize career goals. The work experience extends the student’s learning experience beyond the classroom through approved learning objectives. Consent of the instructor.

  
  • BA 210 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics designed to meet the current needs of students. Course is repeatable.

  
  • BA 220 - Gender, Work & Society*SSC


    Credits: 4

    This is a valuable Human Resource class for anyone who “works”. Peak performance in an organization is best achieved by understanding individual differences and by managing each individual in the way that best suits their motivational needs. Today’s organizations are seen as a reflection of our society. How do the organizational roles that men and women have affect their roles in society? Leading men or women leaders; how have their organizational roles changed? Does gender effect leadership style and management techniques? These questions and more are discussed in BA 220.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
    Course Attributes: DPD, SSC
  
  • BA 225 - Business Communications


    Credits: 4

    Analysis of methods of investigating, collecting, organizing, and presenting data for formal and informal business reports. 

    Prerequisites: WR 121 or equivalent
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • BA 231 - Data Management/Analysis-Excel


    Credits: 4

    Students will become familiar with the basic tools for data management and analysis in Microsoft Excel and other parallel spreadsheet and data applications where applicable. Students will learn how to import, extract, and manipulate spreadsheet data and use tools to help manage multiple worksheets, visually compare workbooks, and work more efficiently. This course will cover Excel Level 1 (Beginner) and Level 2 (Intermediate) topics from the Microsoft Excel certification exams.

  
  • BA 254 - Business Law


    Credits: 4

    Nature, origin and philosophy of law and procedures. Study of law of contracts and sales. Students must have at least sophomore standing.

  
  • BA 260 - Intro to Entrepreneurship


    Credits: 4

    This course introduces the basic concepts, language, and tools of contemporary entrepreneurship. This course will showcase entrepreneurial successes, develop entrepreneurial critical thinking skills, and help students evaluate their personal potential for entrepreneurial success. This course is intended both for those who are just curious to learn more about entrepreneurship and those who ultimately want to launch their own business venture.

  
  • BA 270 - QuickBooks & Related Technology


    Credits: 4

    Introduces students to the use of QuickBooks for small business accounting. Attention is given to the application of the entire accounting cycle from the creation of a company file, up to and including the end-of- period closing for both service providers and merchandisers with an emphasis on planning and analysis.

  
  • BA 303 - Business Info & Data Management


    Credits: 4

    Information Systems (IS) develop the information that managers use to make decisions and is a necessary component for the creation, storage, transformation, and protection of business data. This course will introduce you to IS and the design, analysis, and implementation of datasets and is intended to refine and extend skills in Microsoft Excel and other business management technologies. The course will conclude with a study of management information systems (MIS) and the role they play in organizations. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 231 or CS 161 (or CS 161A)
  
  • BA 310 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics designed to meet the current needs of students. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course. Course is repeatable

  
  • BA 312 - Principles of Marketing


    Credits: 4

    An introductory course focusing on the methods of identifying and interpreting wants and needs of consumers, selecting the particular wants and needs the organization will satisfy, and determining the proper mix of product, price, promotion and place. Lecture and readings are blended with problems and cases for class discussion. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

  
  • BA 313 - Principles of Finance


    Credits: 4

    Introductory course in financial concepts focusing on analyzing the firm’s performance, understanding risk and return, and conducting capital budgeting and business valuation. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 213 or ACCT 213 , BA 303  or ACCT 303 , ECON 202 , STAT 243  
    Corequisite(s): STAT 243B  

  
  • BA 321 - Principles of Management


    Credits: 4

    Study of primary functions of management of goal-directed organizations. Analysis of the internal organization structure and of management roles within complex organizations. Study of structural bases, work-flow pattern, leadership patterns, and control systems upon human behavior. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

  
  • BA 323 - Quantitative Business Analysis


    Credits: 4

    Topics include collection and presentation of data, discrete and continuous distributions, probability and sampling theory, statistical inference and hypothesis testing and their use in business management decisions. Parametric and nonparametric statistical tests will be examined, including t-tests, Chi-square, and ANOVA. Additional topics include regression, time series analysis and applications in business forecasting. The solution of statistical problems will require the use of Excel and possibly other statistical software. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 231  and STAT 243  or STAT 243A  
  
  • BA 328 - Personal Finance Plng


    Credits: 4

    Personal Financial Planning is designed to give students an understanding of methods and procedures for establishing life financial goals. Through reading, selected exercises and projects, the students will explore many facets of personal financial planning.

  
  • BA 347 - Workplace Diversity


    Credits: 4

    This class will explore the cultural aspects of Diversity in the Workplace. Attitudes and perceptions have resulted in typecasting persons of different ethnic, social, cultural and religious backgrounds. These accepted practices have evolved through centuries of discrimination. To understand the workforce demographics of today, students will explore the history of selected minorities. By analyzing the historical perceptions of cultures from a different perspective, the students will develop a better understanding of the current struggles of ethnic cultures.

    Course Attributes: DPD
  
  • BA 354 - Business Law II


    Credits: 4

    This course examines the legal and regulatory environment of business to provide students with an understanding of the legal liabilities associated with managing and owning a business. Topics will include agency relationships, business organization, antitrust regulation, securities regulation and employment law. 

    Prerequisites: BA 254
  
  • BA 380 - Principles of Global Business


    Credits: 4

    This course is an introduction to the cultural, financial, marketing, management and operational aspects of business in a globalized economy. It will prepare students to be competent business professionals in the continually evolving global environment and to meet the challenges and complexities associated with globalization. Special emphasis is given to cultural factors, fostering a global mindset, and understanding the role of global enterprises. 

    Prerequisites: BA 312 and 321 or consent of instructor
  
  • BA 381 - Operations Management


    Credits: 4

    This is an introductory course on management of the operations function with emphasis on practical applications. Topics covered will address the role of Operations Management including analysis, design, planning, and controlling of production and business processes. Students must have at least junior standing.

    Prerequisites: BA 303 or ACCT 303, BA 321, STAT 243 or 243A  (243B may be taken as a corequisite)
  
  • BA 408 - Job Search Skills


    Credits: 1

    Class is designed to assist students in preparing for the job search process. Students will have the opportunity to prepare resumes, write cover letters, practice interviewing skills, and research employers. Class structure will include lecture, discussion and special events. Grade will be based on the satisfactory completion of all assignments. Work must be of high quality and presentable to employers.

  
  • BA 409 - Practicum


    Credits: 1-15

    (Internship Experience) A planned and supervised work experience in business, industry, and public agencies, extending the student’s learning experience by combining classroom principles and work application. Learning objectives must be approved by the instructor. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 312 , BA 321  and consent of instructor.
  
  • BA 410 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Selected topics in business. Must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • BA 411 - Business Ethics and Society


    Credits: 4

    As future managers, leaders, and citizens, each of you will have influence on the organizations in which you participate. This course will assist you in exploring and developing knowledge of ethical perspectives, decision-making processes, and the development of solutions to ethical dilemmas. BA 411 provides an opportunity for students to investigate the many ethical challenges facing individuals and organizations in the business environment. Study of various ethical perspectives will enable students to increase their ability to analyze ethical problems, critically assess ethical arguments relevant to such issues, and recommend solutions to ethical dilemmas. Students will develop a working knowledge of major themes surrounding ethical issues, including, but not limited to, corporate social responsibility. Students must have junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 321  and BA 225  or WR 320 .
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • BA 416 - Legal Issues For Leaders


    Credits: 4

    This course examines the legal and regulatory environment of business to provide students with an understanding of the legal liabilities associated with managing and owning a business. Topics will include agency relationships, business organizations, antitrust regulations, securities regulation, administrative law, and employment law. Students must have junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • BA 451 - Human Resource Management


    Credits: 4

    Study of the personnel function and its relationship to the objectives of the organization. Examination of human resource management as a primary function of all managers. Analysis of personnel problems involved in the selection, appraisal, and development of the workforce in business organization.

    Prerequisites: BA 321 .
  
  • BA 454 - Product Plan & Develop


    Credits: 4

    Identifying new product/business opportunities and successfully bringing them to market is essential to the success of ANY organization. This process includes identifying the need, developing a product concept, evaluating the business case, proving the concept, developing the product, and launching it effectively. This course will study the science and best practices that underlie successful new product development. Students must have junior standing to register.

    Prerequisites: BA 312
  
  • BA 460 - Entrepreneurship


    Credits: 4

    The pursuit of new product/venture ideas is the cornerstone of global economic growth. This activity is essential for creating new venture (entrepreneurship) and sustaining the vitality of existing ventures (intrapreneurship). Entrepreneurship is also the single greatest source of social change and personal wealth. This course will explore common sources of new ideas and innovation, techniques for evaluating opportunities, and the legal principles that guide selection of structure and protection of intellectual property. This course will also examine tools and techniques used to identify required resources, pull together a team, and organize/operate effectively. Students must have at least junior standing to register. 

    Prerequisites: BA 321
  
  • BA 461 - Organizational Behavior


    Credits: 4

    Study of behavior in organizations at the individual, small group, intergroup and organizational levels. Students participate in projects applying behavioral science principles, such as theories of motivation, leadership and conflict resolution, to organizations and the process of change.

    Prerequisites: BA 321  or FSA 311.
  
  • BA 462 - Leaders & Leadership Process


    Credits: 4

    This course is an in-depth examination of leadership from a practical and a theoretical perspective. Study of a combination of classical theories and current writings will enable the student to develop deep insights into what leadership really is. Students will apply their study to current and historic leaders. This course is a Leadership, Organization and Management Option course. Students must have at least junior standing.

    Prerequisites: BA 321 , FSA 305  or EMSA 311  
  
  • BA 482 - Project Management, Planning & Control


    Credits: 4

    Managing projects is one of the key aspects in today’s business operations. It requires a blend of theory and practice. In this course, emphasis will be given to practical examples. Students will learn how to manage projects by focusing on project planning, organization, team building, and effective control mechanisms.

    Prerequisites: BA 321 . Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.
  
  • BA 487 - International Management


    Credits: 4

    This course introduces theories, concepts, principles, and functional and operational aspects of international management. Students will also be exposed to an array of social, economic, political, and cultural forces in the global environment.

    Prerequisites: BA 321  
  
  • BA 490 - Senior Project


    Credits: 4

    (Capstone) Students within a concentration in the Business Administration degree program will conduct an activity that will provide a culminating experience within their concentration and will result in an academic product. Students must have at least senior standing.

    Prerequisites: Minimum of 130 credits 40 of which have a BA or EC prefix, BA 225 , BA 312 , and BA 321 . Need consent from instructor.
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • BA 498 - Business Policy/Strategy


    Credits: 4

    Senior-level capstone course that focuses on the development and implementation of strategy as a means to success in business. This course integrates concepts and applications from various functional areas of business. Relying heavily on case studies and computer simulation, the focus is on how managers engage in strategic thinking, planning, analysis, and execution to gain a sustained competitive advantage in the marketplace. Students must have senior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ECON 201, BA 225, BA 312, BA 313, and BA 321
    Course Attributes: UWR

Graduate Business

  
  • BA 501 - Managerial Communications


    Credits: 3

    This course presents communication as integral to management strategy and as a critical component for success in the workplace. In this class, you will develop a foundation for designing effective messages, both written and oral, from concept to delivery. You will use a strategic communication model to identify objectives, analyze audiences, choose information, and create the most effective arrangement and channel for that message. Particularly, the course emphasizes elements of persuasive communication: how to design messages for diverse and possibly resistant audiences and how to present that information in a credible and convincing way. Exercises employ numerous real or simulated business situations that require communication in different styles, using a variety of forms and methods. This course is designed to establish common communication protocols, determine critical self-awareness profiles, and identify the learning themes that will be applied throughout the program: strategic decision-making, communication, ethical behavior & corporate social responsibility, leadership, creative problem solving, and global perspective. Admission to EOU graduate school and the MBA program is required.

  
  • BA 502 - Organizational Mgmt & Ldership


    Credits: 3

    This course examines the influences that individual and group attitudes and behavior, organizational structure, history and culture have on enterprise performance. The multi-dimensional nature of the course draws from several interconnected fields including psychology, sociology, management, communications and ethics. Examples of focus are organizational values and culture, conflict, power, diversity and need for continuous adaptation due to global environmental influences. The course enables the enterprise leader to evaluate and manage the composition of the business’s structure to maximize human and organizational resources. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA/MHA program and required.

  
  • BA 503 - Marketing Strategies & Technique


    Credits: 3

    Students will acquire a working knowledge of marketing strategy and tactics. In particular, students will learn how to tune the marketing mix (product, people, price, place, promotion) in response to a variety of market dynamics; explore the importance of a powerful brand; and identify tools, programs, strategies, and business models that support these elements. This course will explore application of these principles through case-based analysis and specific marketplace examples. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA program are required.

  
  • BA 504 - Managerial Finance


    Credits: 3

    This course provides a framework for financial management techniques in the business world. Topics covered include planning the financial structure of the firm, management of firm assets, preparing the firm’s capital budget, management and acquisition of capital resources, and management of income. The focus is on practical tools for internal financial decision making.

  
  • BA 505 - Creativity and Innovation


    Credits: 3

    This course will provide students with an understanding of the sources and uses of creativity and innovation within organizations and society. Students will study tools and techniques designed to help produce innovative solutions, learn the principles required to develop creative teams, and develop an appreciation for the linkage between bounded risk taking and competitive advantage. Case studies and class exercises will explore organizations and individuals that excel at producing break-through products and services and those who took their eye off the ball. Students will also assess their own personal creative capacity and explore techniques to harness and enhance those skills. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA program are required.

  
  • BA 506 - Global Business Intelligence


    Credits: 3

    The principle executive of an enterprise must constantly anticipate movements in the global environment to sustain an enterprise’s competitive advantage and provide leadership to flourish during uncertain times. This course will cover topics such as the economics of globalization, global geopolitical and security trends, cultural dynamics, the ethical use of business intelligence and the usage of database mining/analysis to strengthen the decision-making strategies when operating in a global environment. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA program are required.

  
  • BA 508 - Sustainable Competitive Advantage


    Credits: 3

    Students will learn to use the tools and techniques associated with modern business strategy to create sustainable competitive advantage. In particular, students will discuss and master the fundamentals of modern competitive strategy; learn to assess the opportunities and threats present in the external environment; identify the strengths, weaknesses, and core competencies within any organization; and then create a pro-active strategic plan that capitalized on these factors. Being an admitted MBA student in good academic standing is required.

  
  • BA 509 - Managerial Economics


    Credits: 3

    Managerial economics is concerned with the application of economic principles and methodologies to key management decisions within organizations. It fosters the goals of the organization, as well as a better understanding of the external business environment In which an organization operates. Managerial Economics is fundamentally a unique way of thinking about problems, issues and decisions that managers face In each of the functional areas of the organization as well as the strategic decisions faced by the general manager. This course will apply microeconomic theory to make rational, business decisions based on the optimization goals of the organization. Optimization goals may include profit maximization, cost minimization, resource allocation, and logistic and production decisions. Game theory will also be studied as a means to determine how your decisions may impact the decisions and behaviors of others. The impacts of various economic market structures (monopoly, oligopolies, etc.) on decision making will also be explored. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA program are required.

  
  • BA 510 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Special Topics

  
  • BA 511 - Operational Decision Making


    Credits: 3

    An operations strategy refers to a set of operational decisions that an enterprise makes to achieve a long-term competitive advantage. The operations strategy supports the overall organizational strategy by ensuring the physical assets and organizational resources, including technology, personnel, facilities, processes, logistics and other related capital, are aligned with the direction set out in the organizational strategy. Achieving the operations strategy is primarily accomplished by maximizing the effectiveness of production and support elements, minimizing costs, and delivering value, both within the firm and across the network of suppliers and customers. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA/MHA program are required.

  
  • BA 512 - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Practice


    Credits: 3

    Diversity is about understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing the richness of diversity contained within each individual. A workplace’s success depends upon its ability to embrace diversity and realize the benefits of workforce diversity. Mutual and unique challenges exist when attempting to create a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace environment in urban and rural areas. Examining such challenges will enable rural and urban workplaces to develop strategies and goals that will meet the specific needs of the organization and achieve long-term success. This course is cross-listed with HCA 512 and the MHA and MBA programs.

  
  • BA 513 - Strategic Human Resources Management


    Credits: 3

    Explores techniques and practices to effectively recruit, select, develop and manage business and healthcare professionals. After examining employment law, employee relations, and credentialing of healthcare providers, the focus is on developing practical strategies for staff recruitment, selection, retention practices, and performance management to meet the unique challenges in today’s for profit and nonprofit businesses.  This course is cross-listed with HCA 513 and the MHA and MBA programs.
     

  
  • BA 521 - Business and the Environment


    Credits: 3

    This course provides an overview of the evolution of the environmental movement, including related literature and legislation. It analyzes the three legs of sustainability and how they are shaping customer expectations of businesses nationally and globally as well as considering how these expectations create opportunities for new products, services, and innovations. The course considers some practical ways companies can reduce their carbon footprints while reducing energy consumption for cost savings. Finally, the course looks at some current trends in Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR) that will be shaping corporate strategies nationally and globally over the next decade.

  
  • BA 522 - Emotional Intelligence/Management


    Credits: 3

    This course gives students the tools needed to be emotionally intelligent in the workplace. It is designed to help students understand the linkage between Emotional Intelligence (El) and business success. To do this, students will be exposed to the core principles of Emotional Intelligence which will enable them to manage their own impulses, communicate with others effectively, manage change well and solve problems. Students will learn best practices in developing/leveraging El abilities: being aware of self and others, understanding emotions, and emotional management. Admission to the EOU graduate school and the MBA program are required.

  
  • BA 523 - Alternative Business Strategies


    Credits: 3

    This course will provide an in-depth look at alternative models for business managers and leaders. Alternative business models examine the decision making process beyond the economic and financial responsibilities of the company and includes making decisions in favor of society and stakeholders first. It will examine the meaning of corporate social responsibility and conscious capitalism and the concerns of various stakeholders including those outside of the business.

  
  • BA 524 - Disaster Recovery and Business


    Credits: 3

    This course covers Business Continuity Planning, a methodology used to create and validate a plan for maintaining continuous business operations before, during, and after disasters or disruptive events. It also covers Disaster Recovery, which is aimed at stopping the effects of disasters as quickly as possible, and addressing the immediate aftermath. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA program are required.

  
  • BA 525 - Strategic Agribusiness Management


    Credits: 3

    The course will investigate the global food and agribusiness system and will address issues in the strategic management of agricultural and food businesses. Emphasis is on developing a framework for formulating strategy, making strategic choices in a variety of business environments, and implementing strategy. Extensive use of management case studies and project with an agribusiness firm focus on developing managerial problem-solving skills will be utilized. Graduate level standing is required.

  
  • BA 526 - Taxes and Business Strategy


    Credits: 3

    Traditional finance and strategy courses do not consider the role of taxes. Similarly, traditional tax courses often ignore the richness of the decision context in which tax factors operate. The objective of this course is to develop a framework for understanding how taxes affect business decisions. A recurring theme will be linking the tax strategies that we learn with concepts from corporate finance, financial accounting, business law, and economics. We make extensive use of real transactions to illustrate the impact of tax structure on earnings and cash flow. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA program are required.

  
  • BA 527 - Advanced Accounting Theory


    Credits: 3

    Analysis of trends in accounting through review of the major publications of the accounting profession. Emphasis on the structure of accounting theory underlying the concepts of assets and income determination. Admission to the EOU graduate school and MBA program are required.

  
  • BA 699 - MBA Capstone


    Credits: 3

    The MBA capstone course will explore what it takes to manage a successful business in today’s global environment. Emphasis is placed on strategic decision making in an on-line simulation with the integrated application of core concepts acquired in the MBA program. Students will analyze the effects of their decisions within and between functional areas of the business and on overall business performance. Students will be required to regularly analyze data, consider business strategies and ethics, make strategic business decisions, review their decisions, and communicate in a professional style. Students are expected to spend a significant amount of time engaging the business simulation. Will require a simulation fee. Simulation fee is paid directly to GoVenture.

    Prerequisites: BA 501, 502, 503, 504, 506, 508, 509 & 511 with a B- or better
  
  • HCA 512 - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Practice


    Credits: 3

    Diversity is about understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing the richness of diversity contained within each individual. A workplace’s success depends upon its ability to embrace diversity and realize the benefits of workforce diversity. Mutual and unique challenges exist when attempting to create a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace environment in urban and rural areas. Examining such challenges will enable rural and urban workplaces to develop strategies and goals that will meet the specific needs of the organization and achieve long-term success. Course is cross-listed with BA 512 for MHA and MBA programs.

  
  • HCA 513 - Strategic Human Resources Management


    Credits: 3

    Explores techniques and practices to effectively recruit, select, develop and manage business and healthcare professionals. After examining employment law, employee relations, and credentialing of healthcare providers, the focus is on developing practical strategies for staff recruitment, selection, retention practices, and performance management to meet the unique challenges in today’s for profit and nonprofit businesses. Course is cross-listed with BA 513 for the MHA and MBA programs.


Biology

  
  • BIOL 101 - Intro to Biology*SMI


    Credits: 3

    Integrated study of biology including a discussion of the nature of science, evolution, cell biology, genetics, physiology and ecology of plants and animals, including man. 

    Prerequisites: MATH 070
    General Education Core: Natural, Mathematical & Informational Sciences
    Course Attributes: CRIT, SMI
  
  • BIOL 102 - Intro to Biology*SMI


    Credits: 3

    Integrated study of biology including a discussion of the nature of science, evolution, cell biology, genetics, physiology and ecology of plants and animals, including man. 

    Prerequisites: MATH 070 and BIOL 101
    General Education Core: Natural, Mathematical & Informational Sciences
    Course Attributes: CRIT, SMI
  
  • BIOL 103 - Intro to Biology*SMI


    Credits: 3

    Integrated study of biology including a discussion of the nature of science, evolution, cell biology, genetics, physiology and ecology of plants and animals, including man. 

    Prerequisites: MATH 070, BIOL 101, 102
    General Education Core: Natural, Mathematical & Informational Sciences
    Course Attributes: CRIT, SMI
  
  • BIOL 104 - Intro Biology Lab*SMI


    Credits: 1

    Survey of biological laboratory topics for the non-major student. 

    Prerequisites: BIOL 102 or equivalent
    General Education Core: Natural, Mathematical & Informational Sciences
    Course Attributes: INQ, SMI
  
  • BIOL 105 - Human Biology


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed primarily to acquaint social work majors with essentials of human biology and assumes no or minimal prior exposure to the subject.

    Prerequisites: A prior course in college level biology or chemistry is helpful but not required.
  
  • BIOL 110 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics of current interest to students and faculty.

  
  • BIOL 111 - Environmental Biology


    Credits: 3

    In this course the student will study concepts from the fields of ecology and environmental sciences and apply them in the field and laboratory. Students also will gain understanding of careers and opportunities in fields related to biological sciences.

  
  • BIOL 210 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics of current interest to students and faculty.

  
  • BIOL 211 - Principles of Biology*SMI


    Credits: 4

    This course teaches the basic concepts of environmental biology including ecology and human physiology, with emphasis on ecological qualities and human health and wellness.

    Corequisite(s): BIOL 211L  and CHEM 204  

    General Education Core: Natural, Math & Info Sciences
    Course Attributes: CRIT,SMI
 

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