Economics Economics 474. Systems Analysis and Design II (4) A, W Provides advanced study in systems development using structured analysis and design techniques. Emphasis is on structured development techniques and their application and documentation of effort. Students work in groups to produce an actual information systems product. Prerequisites: CIS 365; CIS 350 or 374. 480. Individual Projects and Research (2-5) This course is open only to senior computer information systems majors. Will be required to complete an individual project, program, system, or research which will enhance the student's skills and marketability. Prerequisite: Senior standing and acceptance of the student's proposal by the faculty. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (2-5) A continuation of CIS 289. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 493. Variable Topics (4) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 499. Computer Information Systems Seminar (4) A, W, S A seminar course for seniors applying the principles of management specifically to the needs of the information systems management function. The course will emphasize planning, organizing, and controlling the information systems environment, including development In addition, students will study the ethical aspects of information systems including privacy, reliability and appropriate use. Prerequisite: Senior standing in CIS. 520. Information Technology for Management (4) This course provides managers with the knowledge and skills with which to compete in world markets that are increasingly technological, rapidly evolving, and constantly changing. The primary objective of this class is to train managers in the exploitation of information technology for competitive advantage to move them to the forefront of innovative organizations. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of instructor. 530. Information Technology Planning: Strategy & Process (4) This course will give the student a perspective of the strategy and process for assimilating information technology (IT) resources into a firm's operations, and to exploit that technology for competitive advantage. Topics include the relationship of IT to the corporate plan, phases of technology assimilation and a framework for orderly and consistent change as technology matures, and how a firm's competitive strategies influence investment in IT. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to identify the particular strategic importance of IT to an organization, analyze the importance of IT in relation to general management culture and style, integrate a broad range of technologies in the planning process, and tailor the planning approach for IT based on the level of technology assimilation and the competitive strategy being adopted. NOTE: Computer information systems courses require a significant amount of data entry through a video display terminal. Because of this, keyboarding skill is strongly recommended. It is further recommended that majors acquire a personal computer. DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS Chair: Richard M. Alston Location: Wattis Business Building, Room 226 Telephone Contact: Julia Atkinson 626-6066 Professors: Richard M. Alston, Wan Fu Chi, Dix Cloward, Dan Fuller; Associate Professors: John M. Mbaku, Clifford Nowell, Sarah E. Tinkler; Assistant Professors: Lisa Crone, Carlos Ulibarri Description The department of economics offers two different degree programs. The career field selected will determine the educational goals a student must set and will be an important element in deciding which of the many avenues towards a bachelor's degree available in economics is best suited for you. The Bachelor's Degree with a Business Economics Major is described in this, the Business and Economics section of the catalog. See the Social and Behavioral Sciences section of the catalog for a complete description of the programs leading to a Bachelor's Degree with a General Economics Major (Social Science Emphasis). Economics provides general analysis of decision making where resource constraints are present. Within the area of business, the fields of economics and finance are perhaps the most rigorous in terms of the use and application of mathematical and statistical reasoning. Students with bachelors degrees in Business Economics are generally prepared to take entry level jobs in any area of business, but are particularly prepared for jobs that call for data analysis, pricing, purchasing, and report writing. Business economists are often employed in private business firms in the financial, retailing, and industrial sectors. A complete career guide is available from the department chairperson. A degree in Business Economics is also regarded by graduate business schools as excellent preparation for advanced work toward an MBA, as well as advanced degrees in other business related disciplines such as human resource management, public administration, finance, and international business. Students seeking an advanced degree in economics, law, other social and behavioral sciences, urban and regional planning, actuarial science, etc. should also investigate the General Economics Major described in the Social and Behavioral Sciences section of the Catalog. PROGRAM: BUSINESS ECONOMICS MAJOR-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. Major Requirements (minimum of 35 credit hours): • Required courses (12 credit hours): Econ 301 (4), 302 (4); CIS 340 (4). • Elective courses (minimum of 23 credit hours): Select from any course offered by the department of economics with an economics designation (i.e., Econ as opposed to Quant; see graduation contract form available in the economics departmental office for a list of currently acceptable courses). • Students may enhance their program by selecting a maximum of two non-economics courses to be included in these 23 hours. These must be upper-division courses (numbered 301-499) in related disciplines, and they must be approved in advance by the department chair. PROGRAM: ECONOMICS HONORS OPTION General Requirements: • Enroll in General Honors Program and complete at least 10 hours of general honors courses (see the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog). • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3 • Fulfill requirements for Economics Department major, given above for Business Economics and, for General Economics, in the Social and Behavioral Sciences section of the catalog. Specific Requirements: In fulfilling requirements for an economics honors major, students must take at least 14 hours of economics courses on an honors basis, 2 hours of which must be completed as a senior project (Honors 499). Either Economics 301 or 302 must be taken on an honors basis. The student may receive economics honors credit in any upper-division or graduate-level economics course. Permission from the department chair must be obtained before registering in a course for honors credit. A written agreement must also be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for honors credit. PROGRAM: ECONOMICS MINOR FOR NON-BUSINESS MAJORS General Requirements: A grade of 2.0 or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements: (minimum of 20 credit hours): Required courses (8 credit hours): Econ 202 (4), SS203 (4). Note: Math 107 is a prerequisite for Econ 202. • Elective courses (12 credit hours): Select from any course offered by the department of economics with an economics designation (i.e., Econ as opposed to Quant; see graduation contract form available in the economics departmental office for a list of currently acceptable courses). Student Services ECONOMICS COURSES-ECON SS101. Principles of Economics (5) Su, A, W, S Introduction to basic economic institutions and principles of economics for non-business and economics majors. Topics include scarcity, supply and demand and the exchange economy for goods and services, standards of living and income distribution, national income, aggregate demand, aggregate supply, the price level and inflation, employment, international trade, and comparative economic systems. 202. Microeconomic Analysis (4) Su, A, W, S The application of economic concepts to private sector problems. Topic coverage includes choice theory, the theory of the firm, introduction to general equilibrium analysis, and the theory of market structures. Prerequisite: Math 107 with C or higher grade. SS203. Macroeconomic Analysis (4) Su, A, W, S Introduction to principles of macroeconomics for business and economics majors. The course focuses upon the analysis of economic instability, inflation, stagflation, and fiscal and monetary policy. Topics include standards of living and income distribution, national income, aggregate demand, aggregate supply, the price level and inflation, employment, international trade. The determination of national income is stressed. Prerequisites: Math 107 and Econ 202. SB274. Economic History of the United States (5) A, W, S A critical study of the growth and development of American society and its institutions. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Science 150 151