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FINANCE (FI) |
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FI 451 . International Finance (3)
Analysis of principles underlying the international securities market, international banking systems, exchange rates, currency markets, international portfolio investment, and current national policies. Prerequisites: and .
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FI 460 . Finance Internship (3)
A work related experience in a private, public, or governmental organization enhancing the applications of finance theories and concepts. Corequisites: , and senior standing. Students may not register for this course until the application has been completed and approved by the Dean’s office.
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FI 480 . Financial Derivatives (3)
Analysis of financial derivatives such as futures, options, and other derivatives focusing on trading structures, pricing, strategies, hedging strategies, and regulations. Prerequisites: .
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FRENCH (FR) |
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FR 101 . Introductory French I (3)
Basic reading, writing, oral comprehension, and speaking skills. Designed for students with no prior French or only one year of high-school French.
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FR 102 . Introductory French II (3)
A continuation of FR 101 . Prerequisites: FR 101 or equivalent or permission of the Department.
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FR 201 . Intermediate French I (3)
Further training in the four language skills. Students with previous language training will be placed at appropriate level. Prerequisites: FR 102 or equivalent or permission of the Department.
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FR 202 . Intermediate French II (3)
A continuation of FR 201 . Prerequisites: FR 201 or equivalent or permission of the Department.
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FR 310 . Readings in French Literature (1-3)
Selected readings in French drama, fiction, and lyric poetry. Prerequisites: Permission of department.
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GEOGRAPHY (GY) |
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GY 100 . Introduction to Geography (3)
An introduction to the basic concepts of physical and human geography based upon the five basic themes of geography: location, place, relationships within places, movements, and regions.
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GEOLOGY (GE) |
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GE 102 . Physical Geology (4)
Introduction to geology, with emphasis on earth materials and modern processes including geologic hazards. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
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GE 302 . Marine Geology (4)
A study of the geology of the ocean basins, with special emphasis on the continental shelves. Prerequisites: GE 102 , MH 246 recommended. (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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GE 370 . Environmental Geology (4)
Practical applications of geology to environmental issues such as natural hazards, waste disposal and pollution, discovery and exploitation of mineral, energy and water resources, land use planning, and environmental impact and related legal issues. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: GE 102 .
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GE 392 . History of Life on Earth (4)
A survey of life and geologic settings through time, including methods, principles of evolution and stratigraphy, practical experience and collecting and analyzing fossils, and cultural implications. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Eight hours of biology and GE 102 , or permission of the instructor.
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GE 463 . Coastal Geomorphology (4)
Coastal processes and features, including waves and currents, beaches, inlets, and coastal engineering structures. Includes several short cruises and other field trips. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and the Dean. (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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GE 468 . Selected Topics in Marine Geology (1-4)
Requirements and interests of students determine the topics to be covered, such as marine paleoecology, recent marine sedimentation, or others. Prerequisites: Eight semester hours of geology and permission of the instructor and the Dean. (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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GRE 300 . Graduate Record Examination Preparation (1)
The study of exam content, formatting, and scoring of the Graduate Record Examination. Students will explore content from the three sections of the GRE, including analytical writing, verbal reasoning, and quantitative reasoning. Prerequisites: , , and junior standing.
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HISTORY (HY) |
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HY 101 . History of Western Civilization I (3)
Survey of Western Civilization until 1500 .
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HY 102 . History of Western Civilization II (3)
Survey of Western Civilization from 1500 to present. Emphasis on the rise of modern society. Prerequisites: HY 101 .
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HY 103 . Honors Western Civilization (3)
An in-depth survey of Western Civilization until 1500. Prerequisites: ACT composite score of 24 or higher and an ACT Reading score of 26 or higher.
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HY 104 . Honors Western Civilization II (3)
An in-depth survey of Western Civilization from 1500 to present, with emphasis on the rise of modern society. Students meeting one of the three latter requirements and successfully completing HY 104 will also earn three hours in HY 103 . Prerequisites: HY 103 with a “C” or higher or ACT composite score of 28 or higher and an ACT Reading score of 28 or CLEP or AP score at the requisite level.
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HY 211 . American History I (3)
Social, economic, and political aspects of American history from the discovery of the New World through the Civil War.
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HY 212 . American History II (3)
The development of the United States since the Civil War.
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HY 261 . Latin America to 1810 (3)
Latin American history from the pre-contact Amerindian cultures to the wars of independence in the early nineteenth century.
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HY 262 . Latin America Since 1810 (3)
The Latin American nations from their independence struggles with Portugal and Spain to the modern era.
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HY 300 . Historical Methodologies and Practices (3)
A writing-intensive introduction to the theoretical and philosophical approaches to history. The class will prepare students for senior-level history courses and for their senior year seminar projects. Special attention will be paid to the conventions of historical writing and the historian’s craft. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and at least nine hours of 100 and 200-level history courses.
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HY 311 . Colonial and Revolutionary America (3)
America from the Age of Discovery through the American Revolution and the adoption of the U.S. Constitution. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 312 . The Early National Period (3)
The United States from 1789 to 1824. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 313 . Jacksonian America (3)
The United States from 1820 through 1845. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 314 . The Civil War Era (3)
United Stated politics and culture from the Mexican-American War through the end of Congressional Reconstruction. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 315 . Gilded Age and Progressive Era (3)
The United States from 1877 through the First World War. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 316 . America From WWI to WWII (3)
The United States from the 1920s through the conclusion of WWII. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 317 . U.S. Since 1945 (3)
A study of America from the dawn of the Cold War until the present. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 333 . Europe in the 19th Century (3)
Political, social, economic, and diplomatic developments in Europe from 1805 to 1918. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 335 . Contemporary Europe (3)
Political, social, economic, and diplomatic developments in Europe from 1945 to present. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 341 . History of England to 1688 (3)
England from prehistory to 1688. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 342 . History of England and Britain, 1689 to the Present (3)
England and the British Empire from 1689 to the present. Prerequisites: At least nine hours of 100 and 200 level history courses.
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HY 400 . Seminar in Historical Studies (3)
The capstone course for history majors, designed to provide training in the principles of historical research and writing. Substantial research paper required. History majors should take HY 400 in the first semester of their senior year. Prerequisites: Senior standing.
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HY 403 . The First World War (3)
A study of the origins of the First World War emphasizing the evolution of strategy, operations, and tactics. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 404 . The Second World War (3)
A study of warfare from 1931 through 1945, emphasizing strategy, operations and tactics. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 405 . War of the Modern Age (3)
The study of war and warfare from 1859 through September 11, 200 1, with an emphasis on the evolution of strategy, operations, and tactics. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 406 . Film and History (3)
A survey of the history of film and the development of film within its cultural context. The course will include frequent discussions of the proper use of film in the classroom. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 407 . Independent Study in History (3)
Independent study for qualified undergraduate students. Research project required. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300 level history courses.
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HY 409 . Internship (3)
Supervised internship with a departmentally-approved public history facility, archival institution, or historical journal. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses, letter of agreement from the host institution and approval of both the supervising faculty member and the department chair.
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HY 410 . American Diplomatic History (3)
A study of the diplomatic events and foreign policy decisions in American history, with special emphasis on the United States as a world power. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 418 . U.S. Constitutional History I (3)
An exploration of the cultural foundations of U.S. constitutional law and constitutionalism from the Glorious Revolution through 1868. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses
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HY 419 . U.S. Constitutional History II (3)
An exploration of the evolution of U.S. constitutional law and constitutionalism from 1868 through the 1980s. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 420 . History of Alabama (3)
A survey of the major developments and events in the history of Alabama from the colonial period until the twentieth century. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 421 . History of the Old South (3)
A survey of the history of the South to 1865. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 422 . History of the New South (3)
The development of the South since Reconstruction and the South’s place in the nation today. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 423 . The Military History of the Civil War (3)
A survey of the military campaigns of the American Civil War from Fort Sumter to Appomattox. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 437 . History of Nazism and Fascism (3)
History of the rise of fascist regimes throughout Europe following the First World War with emphasis on Nazi Germany and the Holocaust. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 451 . History of Japan (3)
Philosophy, geography, and history of Japan. Prerequisites: and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 452 . History of China (3)
Philosophy, geography, and history of China. Prerequisites: and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 457 . Natural History of the Black Belt (3)
A survey of the natural, environmental, cultural, and social history of the Black Belt region. Prerequisites: and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 471 . African-American History, 1400-1865 (3)
The history of African-Americans from their roots in West Africa to emancipation in the United States. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 472 . African-American History, 1866-Present (3)
This history of African-Americans from emancipation to the present. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 473 . Slavery in North America (3)
A readings seminar in North American slavery concentrating on the primary literature and the evolution of interpretation. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 475 . The Modern Civil Rights Movement (3)
A study of the Civil Rights Movement from the New Deal to 1980. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 476 . Comparative Slavery (3)
A readings seminar examining the primary literature using the comparative approach to the study of slavery. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 485 . Fundamentals of Historic Preservation (3)
An introduction to the field of historic preservation, and an examination of the development of U.S. preservation movements. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 486 . Fundamentals of Public History (3)
An interdisciplinary introduction to public history, examining local history, archival management, historical archaeology, and museum studies. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HY 498 . Selected Topics in History (3)
Critical readings, lectures, and discussions of selected topics not generally included in course offerings. Course content and format determined by students’ interests and instructor expertise. Prerequisites: HY 300 and at least six additional hours of 300-level history courses.
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HOMELAND SECURITY (HS) |
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HS 300 . Homeland Security (3)
This course will examine homeland security from the historical, economic, financial, social, natural disaster, military, national policy, and governmental perspectives. Strategic and tactical issues of national interests are examined from the perspective of the U. S. as a global power.
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HS 310 . Terrorism (3)
This course will examine terrorism from the historical, economic, financial, organizational, political, governmental, military, social, religious, and ideological viewpoints that affect U. S. policy and security. Potential threats to American security are discussed from the perspectives of domestic and international terrorism. Also examined are local, regional, national, and international aspects of terrorism. Prerequisites: HS 300 .
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HS 320 . Intelligence Analysis (3)
Topics include the intelligence cycle and intelligence function; use of intelligence to support human decisions; types and forms of intelligence (e.g., SIGINT, HUMINT, etc.); national defense, policy, and security; business competitiveness and security; justice system issues; current events; and technological issues and resources to support intelligence activities.
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HS 330 . Border Security (3)
This course examines U.S. policy and security regarding both tangible and intangible borders. Topics include transportation systems; logistics; security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks; historical and modern border issues; maritime, land, and air boundaries; cyber-threats; border security technology; information processing and intelligence analysis; and both government and civilian issues.
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HONORS PROGRAM (HR) |
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HR 100 . Honors Forum (1)
Required of all students entering the Honors Program. Combines classwork, cultural activities and attendance at special events. Prerequisites: concurrent enrollment in or completion with a “C” or higher of one of the honors versions of basic curriculum courses or permission of the Dean of Liberal Arts.
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HR 200 . Honors Special Topics: Interdisciplinary (2)
Interdisciplinary course, team taught by faculty from the four UWA colleges, focusing on a historical period or a fundamental issue or theme. Prerequisites: sophomore status and Honors Forum with a “C” or higher or permission of the Dean of Liberal Arts.
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HR 307 . Honors Mentored Studies (1)
An opportunity for the student to work on a senior thesis under the guidance of a faculty member within the student’s major field. May be repeated for a maximum of two semester hours. Prerequisites: junior status and HR 200 with a “C” or higher or permission of the Dean of Liberal Arts.
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HR 407 . Honors Thesis (1-2)
Completion of the senior thesis begun in HR 307 . The student defends the completed work before a faculty committee. The thesis must be defended during or before the fifth week of the student’s graduating semester. (To earn two semester hours of credit, an honors student must complete additional research as required by the thesis mentor.) May be repeated for a maximum of two semester hours. Prerequisites: HR 307 with a “C” or higher.
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JOURNALISM (JN) |
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JN 200 . Introduction to Mass Communication (3)
An introduction to media, including communication theory, media history, legal considerations, and the influence of technology in the shaping of modern communication practices.
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JN 219 . Journalism Practicum: Print (1)
Work on a University publication, either writing or a combination of writing with layout and/or photography. Maximum accumulated credit: eight semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
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JN 240 . Photography (2)
An introduction to the technical and creative aspects of photography, including use of the camera, developing and printing, and composition.
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JN 259 . Journalism Practicum: Publishing (1)
Performance of specific duties in the Livingston Press, achieving skills in publishing. Maximum accumulated credit: eight semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
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JN 279 . Journalism Practicum: Broadcast (1)
Performance of specific duties in campus radio/television facilities. Maximum accumulated credit: eight semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
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JN 320 . Writing for the Mass Media (3)
The study of the general principles of news writing for broadcast and print media. Students will learn about interviewing techniques, copy-editing, professional conduct, and news-gathering methods. Prerequisites: JN 200 .
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JN 350 . Graphic Design (3)
Theoretical and experiential instruction in the latest desktop publishing software. Prerequisites: EH 102 or EH 104 .
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JN 360 . Mass Media Design (3)
Preparation of media messages for various formats including page layout, audio/visual formats, and computer design. Prerequisites: JN 200 .
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JN 370 . Television Production (3)
Production of radio and/or television news and feature stories, script writing, equipment operation, and on-camera technique. Prerequisites: JN 200 or JN 320 .
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JN 397 . Independent Study in Journalism (1-3)
Independent investigation of some area or areas of mass communications. Specific content and nature of study determined by student needs and interests. Maximum accumulated credit: six semester hours. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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JN 420 . Advanced Media Writing (3)
The study of professional writing skills and formats commonly used in public relations, advertising, marketing, and digital communications. An emphasis will be placed on creativity, audience analysis, research, and interviewing. Prerequisites: and .
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JN 430 . Media Ethics and Law (3)
The study of the legal and ethical issues of media messages, with an emphasis on The First Amendment, privacy, and copyright infringement. Students will examine legal cases throughout history, legal ramifications of current technological advances, and the ethical situations that arise during the production of mass media messages. Prerequisites: .
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JN 480 . Advising Student Publications (3)
Defines role of high school/college newspaper and yearbook advisors and explores advising techniques. Prerequisites: JN 200 or permission of the Dean.
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JN 495 . Methods of Integrated Marketing Communications (3)
The capstone course for Integrated Marketing Communications majors, designed to provide hands-on experience in developing, researching, and editing mass media messages that are both targeted and unified across multiple platforms. Prerequisites: , , , and .
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JN 498 . Selected Topics in Journalism (1-3)
Readings, lectures, and/or discussions of topics not generally included in course offerings. Course content and format determined by student needs and interests. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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JN 499 . Professional Media Internship (3)
Work a minimum of fifty hours with an appropriate media facility. Students must submit application for internship no later than the semester prior to enrollment in the course. Prerequisites: six semester hours in a specified area of the mass media and permission of the Chairperson of the Department of Languages and Literature.
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MANAGEMENT (MG) |
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MG 300 . Management (3)
Basics of management thought and management functions of planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling. Prerequisites: AC 212 or AC 300 , and EC 202 .
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MG 310 . Human Resources Management (3)
Management of labor, including the selection, training and placement of personnel. Special management problems such as turnover, payment policies and employee representation. Prerequisites: MG 300 .
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MG 315 . Project Management (3)
A study of foundations of project management and project management techniques currently employed for business and information systems projects, including project integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement.
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MG 320 . Labor Relations (3)
Pertinent statutes and administrative and court rulings as a basis for determining the rights and obligations arising under laws such as the National Labor Relations Act and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Prerequisites: MG 300 .
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MG 322 . Manufacturing/Process Management (3)
A study of materials, machines, processes, and systems used by business and manufacturing to convert raw materials into useable products. Prerequisites: MG 300 or permission of the instructor.
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MG 341 . Entrepreneurship (3)
This course examines the evolutionary role and creative function of managerial entrepreneurship in a diversity of business settings-small business, corporate, and non-profit organizations. Prerequisites: MG 300 .
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MG 351 . Managing Occupational Safety and Health (3)
Safety, hazard and catastrophe control, environmental concerns, laws, costs, administration, management, liability, accident-loss prevention, and psychological considerations. Research is required on a specific topic determined by consultation with the instructor. Prerequisites: MG 300 .
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MG 370 . Management Information Systems (3)
This course focuses on the development and application of management information systems to business problems. Issues related to the use of computerized systems in the management of personnel and business information are explored through the use of microcomputers and software applications. Prerequisites: MG 300 and BQ 271 .
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MG 390 . Operations Management (3)
A study of the theoretical concepts of management science with attention to planning and implementation of decision making in organizations using differing programming methods and decision models. Prerequisites: MG 300 and BQ 271 .
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MG 391 . Logistics (3)
Study of systems and processes which comprise supply chain management and transportation, quality assurance, maintenance, disaster logistics and systems of inventory management and control. Prerequisites: MG 390 .
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MG 400 . Management Issues Seminar (3)
A senior seminar devoted to the study of significant issues and current topics in management. This course affords the opportunity for an in-depth examination of areas of particular interest to management students. Prerequisites: MG 300 and senior standing.
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MG 407 . Independent Study in Management (1-3)
Independent study in management. Content and nature determined by individual needs and interests of the student. Required research paper and projects. May be repeated for a maximum of three-semester hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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MG 408 . Selected Topics in Management (1-3)
Critical readings, lectures and discussions of selected topics not generally included in course offerings. Content determined by student interest and need. May be repeated for a maximum of three hours credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the Dean.
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MG 410 . Leadership (3)
Study of leadership theories. Includes identification, development, communication and ethics of leadership. Prerequisites: MG 300 .
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