Finance Management General Information 477. Contemporary Logistics Practices (4) S This course incorporates readings, site visits, and case analysis to convey state-of-the-art and emerging logistics practices with emphasis on physical distribution. Development of leading-edge strategies which promote a firm's ability to differentiate itself in terms of its logistics performance is emphasized. Field trips required. Prerequisites: Log 205 or senior standing. FINANCE EMPHASIS Description After studying in the School's core courses about the various functions in organizations, the student who concentrates in finance learns how to acquire, allocate, and control a firm's financial resources efficiently. A background in finance will prepare the student to: (1) conduct detailed financial analyses; (2) relate the financial environment of an organization to the policies that organization will need for optimum returns; and (3) select and analyze investment opportunities for both individuals and organizations. For those students desiring to pursue careers as analysts or consultants, a graduate degree is recommended. PROGRAM: FINANCE EMPHASIS BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). College of Business and Economics Requirements: • See College of Business and Economics section of the catalog. Emphasis Requirements (minimum of 43 credit hours): • Required courses (31 credit hours): BusAdm 421 (3); IS&T 340 (4); Mgmt 320 (4), 502 (4); Fin 430 (4), 435 (4), 440 (4), 499 (4). • Elective courses (minimum of 12 credit hours): Fin 301 (4), 321 (4), 340 (4), 420 (4), 431 (4); Econ 301 (4) or 302 (4) or 303 (4), 320 (4); Mgmt 460 (4), 468 (4), 550 (4). • Students must select three of the ten elective courses in consultation with a Finance professor. The electives chosen must then be approved by all Finance professors. Students should be aware that many graduate schools require Management 440 and 460 for acceptance. These courses should be taken in addition to program requirements for the finance area of emphasis in order to satisfy typical graduate school entrance requirements. m FINANCE COURSES-FIN PD101. Personal Finance (4) Su, A, W, S Personal and family budgeting, installment buying, borrowing money, buying a home, and purchasing stocks and bonds. 230. Introduction to Investments (4) A, S A study of investment opportunities, mechanics, analysis, risk, and management. 300. Survey of Finance (3) W Course designed to provide non-business students with an overview of the major areas of finance, financial institutions and markets, and financial management. See College of Business and Economics Registration Restrictions before registering for courses numbered 301 and above. 301. Risk Management (4) A Designed for understanding the importance of risk in personal and business affairs with emphasis placed upon the nature of risk and techniques for handling it. 320. Corporate Finance I (4) Su, A, W, S Structure of the corporation, financial analysis, planning and control, working capital management, capital budgeting, and short-term and long-term financing. Student use of computers is required for the preparation of case study material used to enhance the presentation of selected topics presented in the course. Prerequisites: Acct 202, 230; Quant 261. 321. Corporate Finance II (4) S A continuation of Finance 320. Emphasis is on management of current and long-term assets, risk-return analysis, and special topics of finance. Students are required to use Lotus 1,2,3 and other computer software for financial problem solving. Prerequisite: Fin 320. 340. Real Estate Principles and Practices (4) 5 Fundamental economic aspects of real estate with emphasis on realty as a commodity of trade. The subject matter in this course is that of general interest to both those desiring to enter the real estate profession and those who only intend to own real estate. 420. Capital Budgeting (4) W Capital investment decision-making procedures relative to make/ buy, lease/buy, working capital, replacements, and new investment decisions. Involves use of the computer in the analysis of cash flows and capital acquisition alternatives. Prerequisite: Fin 320. 430. Investments (4) A, W An in-depth study of principles, concepts, and tools used in the investment field as they relate to investment opportunities, mechanics, financial statement analysis, risk, and portfolio management. Computer use is required to access the Dow-Jones market analyzer investment software and in the preparation and analysis of investment portfolios. Prerequisite: Fin 320. 431. Investment Analysis (4) 5 A continuation of concepts and computer analysis introduced in Finance 430. Emphasis is on principles of investment analysis and portfolio management and balanced financial planning for the individual. Prerequisite: Fin 430 or instructor approval. 435. Financial Institutions (4) A, W A study of the functions and significance of the major financial institutions, such as commercial savings institutions, with an emphasis on management problems, regulations, credit appraisal, and loan types. Prerequisite: Fin 320. 440. Problems in Financial Administration (4) W, S Case studies in corporate financial management. Use of financial software and computers is an integral part of case study solutions. Prerequisite: Fin 320. 499. Senior Seminar (4) S Structured exposure to current issues and research from periodical literature. Prerequisite: 12 hours of finance courses. 621. Advanced Corporate Finance (4) A graduate class whose emphasis is on working capital management, short- and long-term resources of financing, mergers/acquisitions, international finance, and bankruptcy. Prerequisite: Fin 320 or equivalent and admission to the Master of Professional Accountancy Program. MANAGEMENT EMPHASIS Description The student who concentrates in management prepares to apply the knowledge and skills needed to design and maintain a positive motivational work environment. Such an environment aligns the goals of the organization with those of individuals within the organization for the purpose of increasing organizational efficiency and effectiveness. In addition to the School of Business and Economics core requirements, the management student studies human resource management, organizational behavior, continuous improvement, effective communication, and information technology. Management students will choose specialty tracks with the approval of their advisor and the management area faculty advisory council. These tracks will allow students to be directed in their management study toward Human Resource management, Production Management, or a variety of other management specialties. PROGRAM: MANAGEMENT EMPHASIS BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). College of Business and Economics Requirements: • See College of Business and Economics section of the catalog. Emphasis Requirements: (minimum of 28 credit hours) • Required courses: Mgmt 320 (4), 330 (4), 440 (4), 499 (4), 502 (4); IS&T 340 (4); and one of the following: Econ 301 (4), 302 (4), 303 (4), 320 (4), 340 (4), 432 (4), 455 (4), or 532 (4). Speciality Tracks: (20 credit hours) • As approved by management faculty advisor and management faculty advisory council. MANAGEMENT COURSES-MGMT See College of Business and Economics Registration Restrictions before registering for courses numbered 301 and above. 312. Organizational Behavior and Management (4) Su, A, W, S Focus of the course is on individual and group behavior in an organizational setting and on decision processes. Examples of topics included are motivation, group behavior, organizational design and development, organizational culture, and decision making theory. 320. Managerial Communications (4) A, W, S Study of corporate communication methods to improve communication in organizations. Written and oral reports tailored to achieve strategic goals contingent upon business situations. One hour of credit involves a lab setting to improve writing skills. Prerequisite: English 112. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Applied Science & Technology Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Health Professions Science Social & Behavioral Sciences 146 147 Continuing Education