440 Course Descriptions ETM 5923 - Six Sigma Tools II (3) This distance learning course is a follow-on to the initial six sigma course and provides additional detail on the analyze, improve and control portions of the DMAIC problem solving methodology. This course is required for the Institutional Certificate in Quality and Lean Manufacturing, and can be used as a technical elective for the Oklahoma State University Engineering Technology Management Masters Degree. Prerequisite: ETM 5913, Six Sigma Tools I. ETM 5933 - Lean Tools (3) This course teaches students lean manufacturing tools for continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Prerequisite: BS with three years relevant experience & an engineering statistics undergraduate course or equivalent such as Math 3410 is required, or instructor's approval. Students also must be able to work on an approved six sigma project at a firm. This distance learning course is required for the Institutional Certificate in Quality and Lean Manufacturing, and can be used as a technical elective for the Oklahoma State University Engineering Technology Management Masters Degree. ETM 5943 - Lean-Sigma Implementation (3) This course introduces students to the implementation skills necessary to successfully combine and apply lean manufacturing and six sigma concepts in small to mid-sized manufacturing facilities. This course is required for the Institutional Certificate in Quality and Lean Manufacturing, and can be used as a technical elective for the Oklahoma State University Engineering Technology Management Masters Degree. Prerequisite: ETM 5923, ETM 5933. FIN-Finance Courses FIN 1010 - Personal Finance (3) Su, F, Sp Personal and family budgeting, installment buying, borrowing money, buying a home, life and property insurance, personal investment, and retirement and estate planning. FIN 2300 - Introduction to Investments (3) F, Sp A study of investment opportunities, mechanics, analysis, risk, and risk management at the introductory level. This course is designed for non finance majors and will not be accepted as a substitute for FIN 3300. FIN 3200 - Financial Management (3) Su, F, Sp 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. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; QUAN 3610. FIN 3300 - Investments (3) F, Sp 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: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; FIN 3200. FIN 3350 - Financial Institutions (3) F 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: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; FIN 3200. FIN 3400 - Real Estate Principles and Practices (3) F, Sp Fundamental economic aspects of real estate with emphasis on realty as a commodity of trade. The subject matter in this course of general interest to both those desiring to enter the real estate profession and those who only intend to own real estate. (Note: Online course may be taken only ONCE.) FIN 3500 - Capital Budgeting (3) F, Sp 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: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; FIN 3200. FIN 4400 - Financial Problems - Corporate Finance (3) F, Sp Problems in financial management with an emphasis on corporate finance. Use of financial software and computers is an integral part of problem solutions. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; FIN 3200. FIN 4410 - Financial Problems - Investments (3) F, Sp Problems in financial management with an emphasis on investments. Use of financial software and computers is an integral part of problem solutions. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; FIN 3300. FIN 4800 - Independent Research (1-3) Su, F, Sp Directed research and study on an individual basis. May be repeated until a total of 4 hours credit is accumulated. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; Senior Standing; Written Instructor Approval. FIN 4850 - Finance Study Abroad (1-3) This course is designed for students who wish to explore financial theory and practice in countries other than the U.S. Students will study international finance as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899. Can be repeated once up to 6 credits. FIN 4860 - Finance Internship (3) Su, F, Sp A structured professional-level field experience. The student will be counseled and supervised as he/she applies and integrates the knowledge and skills obtained through finance courses. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; Senior Standing; Instructor approval. FIN 4900 - Special Topics in Finance (4) Special treatment of current topics in Finance. This course will involve primary and/or secondary research by class participants. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899; FIN 3200; Instructor approval. FL-Foreign Language Courses FL lOOO - Proficiency Development (1-2) (N) (Cr/NCr) Non-graded courses for entry-level students to augment foreign language instruction in stress-free activities such as reading children's literature, learning and performing skits, folk dancing, singing, cooking, etc. May be repeated for credit under different titles. Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog