Business Administration: Course Descriptions

BA-195 Independent Study

Independent study.
Credits: 1.00

BA-201 Accounting Principles

Introduction to accounting concepts and application of these concepts; financial statement preparation; accounting systems and controls; accounting for assets and liabilities; cash flow analysis and financial statement analysis. MS Excel is introduced and integrated into the course to solve accounting and finance problems. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-202 Managerial Accounting

Introduction to management accounting concepts; cost terminology, behavior and system design; the planning and control process; using cost data in decision making. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-255 Special Topics

See department for course description.
Credits: 1.00

BA-275 Internship

See department for details.
Credits: 1.00

BA-302 Small Business Management

Development of the students' understanding of the economic and social environment in which small businesses function and the critical role of entrepreneurship in fostering business growth and development. The processes involved in initiating new ventures are discussed. The course focuses on the operations, marketing, financial, human resources and strategic management as well as the legal and governmental relations of the small firm. A detailed treatment of the problems involved in managing specific fields of small businesses in both service and manufacturing. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201 and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-305 Business Finance

A study of the financial principles applicable to the business organization. Financial management of assets and the need for funds, sources and cost of obtaining short-term and long-term funds, capital budgeting. MS Excel and MS Access are integrated into this course. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201 and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-306 Business Law

Introduction to the structure and functions of the American legal system followed by an overview of specific topics that are applicable to business. Topics include: contracts, sales, negotiable instruments, bankruptcy, suretyship, agency, partnerships, corporations, federal securities law, accountants, legal liability, employer and employee relationships, property, trusts and estates. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201 and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-309 Marketing

Introduction to marketing concepts and application of these concepts to the marketing of products, services, ideas, organizations, and people in both profit-oriented and nonprofit business environments. Topics include: marketing's role in society and within the firm; environmental evaluation; consumer buying behavior; market segmentation and target market selection; management of marketing mix variables (product, price, placement, promotion). Students gain experience in problem solving and communication through case study analysis and presentations. Prerequisites: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-312 International Business

Survey course covering recent and important issues in international business, trade and investment. Topics might include the International Business environment, the government and regulatory environment, international comparative environments, international monetary environment, international marketing, international finance, management strategies, and the future of international business. Prerequisites: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-313 Intermediate Accounting I

Financial accounting statement interpretation, presentation, and disclosure including coverage of functions and basic theory; asset recognition and measurement; liability recognition and measurement; stockholders' equity; issues related to income measurement; and preparation and interpretation of financial statements. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201 and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-314 Intermediate Accounting II

Financial accounting statement interpretation, presentation, and disclosure including coverage of functions and basic theory; asset recognition and measurement; liability recognition and measurement; stockholders' equity; issues related to income measurement; and preparation and interpretation of financial statements. Prerequisite: BA 313. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-316 Cost Accounting

Discussion of the nature, objectives and procedures of cost accounting and cost control; job costing and process costing; theory and practice of accounting for manufacturing overhead; cost budgeting and control; cost reports, joint product and by-product costing; distribution costs; standard costs; differential cost analysis; profit volume relationships and break-even analysis. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-318 Fraud Examination

An introduction to forensic accounting. Students will learn how and why occupational fraud is committed, how fraudulent conduct can be deterred, and how allegations of fraud should be investigated and resolved. Prerequisite: BA 313 (or concurrently). 2 credits.
Credits: 2.00

BA-320 Human Resource Management

Functions of the personnel department in a business organization. Contributions of research in the social sciences to personnel administration. Operation and techniques of a personnel department including job evaluation, employee recruiting and selection, psychological testing, employment counseling, wage administration, labor management relations and other personnel programs. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-330 Technology Management

An introduction to the study of technology management. This course will introduce students to the phenomena of technology and the integral role it plays in the competitive development and growth of businesses. The primary focus will be on understanding the managerial aspects involved in managing technology in business organizations and how technology is critical in fostering competitive advantage. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-338 Product Management

Examines the role of product innovation as the core focus of marketing strategy. Encompasses the formulation of new product strategies, marketing's role in product design and development, product line management, and organizational considerations in product management. The product management process will be explored in-depth through lecture, case analyses, and individual projects. Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, BA-202 and BA-309. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-340 Management Science

An introduction to formalized methods used in managerial decision making and problem solving. The focus is on the development and use of decision models in a range of managerial applications. Techniques include decision analysis, linear programming, simulation, forecasting and project management. Development of computer based decision models will be an integral part of the course. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, BA-202, and MATH-207. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-342 Risk Management and Decision Making

Development, application, and integration of analysis tools and decision models to aid managerial decision making in the face of risk and uncertainty. Behavioral factors that influence judgment and decision making will also be considered. The course covers applications in environmental, technological, health/safety, and organizational risk management. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-350 Operations Management

Study of key concepts, quantitative techniques, and practices used in the management of the production of goods and services. Includes examination of product and process design, process analysis, total quality management, project management, materials management, capacity planning, work design, facility layout and operational scheduling. Prerequisites: Junior standing or above and ECON 101, ECON 102, BA 201, and BA 202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-352 Investments

To gain a knowledge and understanding of: (1) marketable securities including common stocks, bonds, and options; fundamental and technical security analysis; and of current financial events found in financial news. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-355 Special Topics

See department for course description.
Credits: 1.00

BA-357 Income Tax Accounting

A study of the structure of federal tax laws and some of the motivating forces and policies shaping tax laws and concepts; determination of taxable income and the income tax liability as they relate to individuals; overview of the taxation of corporations and other entities; and an overview of Oregon income tax laws. Prerequisites: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201 and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-360 Organizational Behavior Management

An introduction to the functions of management and to the theory of human behavior in organizations. Management history, attitudes, skills, and managerial processes as well as an investigation of the theories of human behavior, motivation, communication, decision making, group and social processes, organizational culture, power, and leadership are addressed. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, and BA-202. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-395 Independent Study

See department for details.
Credits: 1.00

BA-405 Business Strategy

This course serves as the capstone course for students of business administration. It demands the integration of knowledge from all functional area business disciplines to make effective strategic decisions from an organization-wide perspective. The case study method of teaching combined with the dynamic application of course tools to real and simulated business situations are used. Prerequisites: Senior standing and ECON-101, ECON-102, BA-201, BA-202, BA-305, BA-309, BA-350, and BA-360. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-410 Marketing Research

Application of research techniques and statistical analysis to analysis to business and marketing problems. Topics include technology in the research process, secondary and primary marketing research methodologies, sampling methods, and data analysis and reporting. Course includes cases analyses and use of statistical data sets. Students will design an original market research project, gather and analyze the data, and present the findings as part of their individual project. Prerequisites: MATH-207 and BA-309. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-425 Advanced Accounting

Accounting for corporate business combinations using both the pooling of interests method and the purchase method, preparation of consolidated financial statements, and accounting for foreign operations. Prerequisite: BA 314. 2 credits.
Credits: 2.00

BA-435 Accounting & Auditing Seminar

A discussion-based course that uses cases to explore realistic accounting and auditing issues. Students will be faced with unstructured problems and be required to provide analyses and recommendations. Prerequisite: BA 314 or concurrent enrollment. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-440 Advertising and Promotion

Introduction to the concept of integrated marketing communications (IMC) and the specific components that make up the IMC program, including advertising, direct marketing, Internet/ interactive media, public relations, sales promotion, and personal selling. Application of core concepts and techniques through case analyses, IMC exercises, and team development of advertising campaigns and presentations. Prerequisites: Junior standing or above and ECON- 101, ECON-102, BA-201, BA-202, and BA-309. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-443 Special Topics in Marketing

A course focusing on topics of special interest to students and faculty, such as Services Marketing, Internet Marketing, Advertising and Promotions Management, Public Policy and Marketing, and Sports Marketing. Prerequisites: Junior standing or above and ECON 101, ECON 102, BA 201, BA 202, and BA 309. 4 credits.
Credits: 4.00

BA-455 Special Topics

See department for description.
Credits: 1.00

BA-457 Advanced Income Tax Accounting

A study of federal income tax as it applies to C corporations, S corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies (LLC), the gift tax, the estate tax, income taxation of trusts and estates, and internal revenue service administrative procedures. The primary focus of the course will be taxation of corporations. Prerequisites: BA 357. 2 credits.
Credits: 2.00

BA-475 Internship

See department for details.
Credits: 1.00

BA-490 Senior Seminar

As part of the capstone experience, Business seniors enroll in a senior seminar course, as appropriate for their chosen area of interest. The seminar serves as the forum in which students are prepared for and guided through their capstone experiences (internship or research project). Students will share with and learn from peers completing similar capstones. The seminar course also uses business periodicals and journals as a focus of seminar discussion to help bridge the gap between theory and practice. Prerequisite: ECON 101, ECON 102, BA 201, BA 202, BA 305, BA 309, BA 350, and BA 360. 2 credits.
Credits: 2.00

BA-495 Independent Research

Student-conducted individual research/theoretical project. Faculty supervised.
Credits: 1.00