John B. Goddard School of Business & Economics 357 1ST 4810 - Experimental Courses Credits: (1-3) Experimental or one-time courses designed to fill a need in the community or investigate interesting and unusual topics. May be repeated 5 times with a maximum of 6 credit hours with different topics. 1ST 4850 - Information Systems & Technology Study Abroad Credits: (1-3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] This course is designed for students who wish to explore information systems and technology theory and practice in countries other than the U.S. Students will study global information systems as offered through a partner university (or other university with department chair approval). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899. May be repeated once up to 6 credits. 1ST 4891 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4) Prerequisite: Business Administration Department Approval. 1ST 4892 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4) Prerequisite: Business Administration Department Approval. 1ST 4893 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4) Prerequisite: Business Administration Department Approval. 1ST 4894 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-4) Prerequisite: Business Administration Department Approval. 1ST 5930 - Professional Development Workshop in Information Technology Credits: (1-4) Information technology professionals must remain current with new technologies to remain competitive in their careers. This course offers professional development in new systems and software as they enter the mainstream of information technology practice. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 1ST 6610 - Information and Communications Technologies for e-Business Credits: (3) Covers the information and communications technology infrastructure required to support a robust e-business activity. Issues such as reliability, scalability, security, and responsiveness as well as n-tier architectures are reviewed. Prerequisite: MACC, MBA, or 1ST Certificate program standing. 1ST 6620 - Databases & Information Systems Credits: (3) This course covers the role of database technology in information systems. Through hands-on and conceptual Iknowledge, students will learn how databases are used :o construct and operate information systems designed :o support decision making. Various aspects of database systems including both correct methods and problems encountered during the design, implementation and operation of database systems will be covered. Students will gain hands-on familiarity with a relational database system. Prerequisite: Admittance to MACC or MBA program and 1ST 3110 or equivalent. 1ST 6800 - Directed Studies Credits: (l) Directed individual study and research on special topics related to information assurance. May be repeated for a cumulative total of three credit hours. Prerequisite: Approval of Business Administration Department Chair and| course instructor. Course Descriptions - MGMT MGMT 2400 - Project Management Credits: (3) Strategies and techniques for managing a project from inception to completion to meet all schedule, cost, and :echnical objectives. Knowledge and skills learned in this course prepare students to perform successfully the role of a project manager in any construction, engineering, health, information technology, business, or research and development project, although emphasis will be on project management within the Department of Defense. Topics include organizational structures, project planning and evaluation, cost estimating, quantitative methods in schedule and cost management, project information systems, communication skills, and conflict resolution. MGMT 3010 - Organizational Behavior and Management Credits: (3) Typically taught: Pall [Full Sem, Online] Spring [Full Sem, Online] Summer [Full Sem] 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 oehavior, organizational design and development, organizational culture, and decision making theory. MGMT 3200 - Managerial Communications Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Study of corporate communication methods to improve communication in organizations. Written and oral reports :ailored to achieve strategic goals contingent upon business situations. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010, ENGL 2010. Weber State University 2015-2016 Catalog