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  • AC 111 - Financial Accounting

    Description

    Presents accounting concepts leading to the preparation of a company's financial statements. Reviews the importance of good accounting information for the capital market and for proper decision making within a company.  The Income Statement, Statement of Retained Earnings and the Balance Sheet are reviewed as well as the alternative accounting treatments available for items such as inventory and bad debts.   At the end of the course, a student should be able to prepare financial statements for a small company.

  • AC 112 - Cost Accounting

    Description

    Presents the processes by which a company determines the cost of a product or service and the various internal reporting mechanisms to allow management to make proper business decisions. Job order, process costing and standard costing are reviewed for manufacturing companies as well as the applicability of job order costing to service organizations.  The development of the operating plan and common business decisions dependent on a knowledge of the structure of company costs are covered.  Additionally, the development and importance of the Statement of Cash Flows is reviewed.  

    Prerequisite(s): AC 111.

  • AC 211 - Intermediate Accounting I

    Description

    The course builds on the knowledge obtained from Financial Accounting.  Theory and concepts are integrated to give the student a working knowledge of current practices and policies in the accounting profession.  Areas critical to the Certified Public Accounting exam and good financial reporting are reviewed in detail through problems and exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): AC 112 or permission of the instructor.

  • AC 212 - Intermediate Accounting II

    Description

    A continuation of Intermediate I which involves an in-depth look at accounting for current and long-term liabilities, stockholders' equity, dilutive securities, accounting for investments, book and tax differences and revenue recognition.  Other topics critical to public markets and understanding the financial statements of a corporation are reviewed.  With the continual updating of Accounting Standards, book material is adjusted for new guidance issued by the profession.

    Prerequisite(s): AC 211  or permission of the instructor.

  • AC 213 - Federal Income Taxation I

    Description

    Federal Income Taxation for individuals is covered in this course. At the conclusion of this course, a student should be able to complete their own tax return as well as the tax return for a typical middle class home owning (or non-home owning) family with children and investments. The earned income credit as well as the other primary refundable and non-refundable credits is covered giving the student the ability to help low income individuals or families. The student should also be able to complete the basic tax return of a sole proprietorship and calculate the self-employment tax at the conclusion of this course. Additionally, basic tax planning is reviewed to provide the opportunity to allow better financial decisions to be made. Non business majors are encouraged to take this course.

  • AC 214 - Federal Income Taxation II

    Description

    Federal taxation of corporations, partnerships and Subchapter S corporations are covered in this course and basic tax returns will be prepared for each entity. Additionally, business depreciation is covered and the basic tax planning concepts for a business are reviewed.

    Prerequisite(s): AC 213.

  • AC 215 - Accounting Information Systems

    Description

    Examines typical business processes, including Sales/Accounts Receivable/Collections and Purchases/Accounts Payable/Payment. Objectives and procedures of internal control, business documents and reports as well as proper system documentation through flow-charts and other techniques will be examined. Hands-on experience will provide exposure to a Computer Based Accounting Information System. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel and download software intended for use in a PC.

    Prerequisite(s): AC 111.

  • AC 311 - Advanced Accounting

    Description

    This course reviews accounting for higher level accounting issues such as purchases of a business and business consolidations including the determination of goodwill and testing for goodwill impairment. Accounting for international operations and hedging strategies are  reviewed as well as partnership accounting. Recent developments in reporting issues, including convergence of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and International Financial Reporting Standards will be covered.

    Prerequisite(s): AC 212 

  • AC 313 - Auditing

    Description

    Auditing introduces the student to the role of the auditor in a specialized area of accounting known as "auditing." During the semester, auditing philosophy and theory related to the examination of financial statements and internal control are studied. Auditing standards, objectives, and procedures developed by the accounting profession, as well as the legal and ethical responsibilities of the independent auditor, are discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): AC 212 or Instructor's permission.

  • AC 411 - Special Topics: Accounting
  • AC 480 - Internship (2 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in an Accounting field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Career Development Center.  Hours for internship are 6 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • AC 481 - Internship (4 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in an Accounting field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Career Development Center.  Hours for internship are between 10 hours per week. 

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • AC 485 - Internship (8 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in an Accounting field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Career Development Center. Hours for internship are between 24 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • AC 491 - Internship (12 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in an Accounting field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Career Development Center.   Hours for internship are 32 hours per week. 

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • AC 495 - Internship (16 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in an Accounting field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Career Development Center.  Hours for internship are 40 hours per week. 

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • BU 100 - Special Topics: Business

    Description

    In-depth examination of an issue of current interest.  Topics will be selected by the department's faculty.

  • BU 103 - Personal Finance for Non Business Majors

    Description

    A comprehensive overview of the financial facts of everyday life. The course is designed to provide students with the ability to make good financial decisions throughout their lives.  The course covers topics including but not limited to budgeting, taxes, home and car buying, mortgages, insurances (home, car, health and life) as well as stocks, bonds and mutual funds.  Illustrative financial documents are reviewed and the many alternatives in each key coverage area are considered.

  • BU 121 - Business Statistics

    Description

    The study of measures of central tendency, measures of variation, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, chi-square, regression, and correlation. Applications to economics and business are made throughout the course.

    Note:

    Meets Quantitative Reasoning Learning Outcome (QUAN)

  • BU 221 - Human Resource Management

    Description

    Provides an introduction to the theory and practice of human resource management in a business setting. Topics include legal issues in employment, job analysis, recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, and compensation.

  • BU 222 - Women and Men in Business

    Description

    This course focuses on gender issues that arise in the workplace, or in relation to work. Topics covered include occupational segregation, gender stereotypes, sexual harassment, pay equity and comparable worth, and gender differences in communication and decision-making.

  • BU 223 - Organizational Behavior

    Description

    This is a theory oriented course that addresses understanding organizational behavior on three levels: individual, group and macro (organizations or departments). Cases are used to illustrate dilemmas confronted by managers, and there is an emphasis on applying theory to understand and solve organizational problems.

  • BU 224 - Management Science

    Description

    Focuses on the diverse activities required to conduct a business efficiently and effectively. Quantitative techniques used to enhance economic performance are emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): BU 121 

  • BU 272 - International Business Management

    Description

    The objective of the course is to familiarize students with the issues and the environment that impact the international operations of multi-national firms.  In addition, basic concepts that are important in understanding how international business works such as modes and strategies of international expansion, cultural and social environment considerations: trade theory, the international monetary system, and other related topics are explored.  The managerial viewpoint of global operations is emphasized.

    Note:

    Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)

  • BU 321 - Business Law

    Description

    The law applicable to everyday business transactions, including contracts, agency, sales, partnerships, corporations, and negotiable instruments.

  • BU 323 - Strategic Management

    Description

    The course introduces principles of strategy formulation and competitive analysis.  The primary focus is on managerial decisions and actions impacting firm performance and survival of business enterprises.  The course is focused on the information, analyses, organizational processes, and skills and business judgment managers must use to devise strategies, position their businesses, define firm boundaries and maximize long-term profits in the face of uncertainty and competition.  The course is designed to help students develop skills and judgment for careers in business, sharpen students' ability to think critically and logically, and to help students learn to diagnose situations from a strategic point of view.

  • BU 324 - Business in Developing and Emerging Markets

    Description

    This course examines the forces underlying the political and economic dynamics in developing and emerging markets. Through an in depth analysis of cultural, political and economic factors, students learn about critical strategic issues and operating challenges in those markets. In addition, students develop perspectives on managerial issues and essential skills for success in developing and emerging markets. A field trip component to a developing or emerging market may be offered.

    Note:

    Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)

    Prerequisite(s):

    None

  • BU 335 - International Human Resource Management

    Description

    This course examines and explores key issues in the field of International Human Resource Management (IHRM) that are critical to the successful utilization of a multicultural workforce.  In addition, cross-cultural management concepts are incorporated in the course through performance management and cross-cultural negotiation applications.  Strategic IHRM, global talent acquisition and mobility, global compensation and benefits, international training and development and industrial relations in Europe, Latin America and Asia are also explored.  Special focus is given to current international human resource management practices related to expatriates/in-patriates and third-country nationals.

    Note:

    Meets the Citizenship Learning Outcome (CITZ)

  • BU 400 - Independent Study
  • BU 421 - Special Topics: Business

    Description

    Within a seminar format, an in-depth examination of an issue of current interest within the business environment. Topics will be selected by the department's faculty.

  • BU 480 - Internship (2 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning.  Hours for internship are 6 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s):

  • BU 481 - Internship (4 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning. Hours for internship are between 10 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • BU 485 - Internship (8 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning. Hours for internship are between 24 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • BU 491 - Internship (12 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning.  Hours for internship are 32 hours per week. 

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • BU 495 - Internship (16 credits)

    Description

    Students are placed in a field experience situation with professional organizations through Saint Anselm College Economics and Business Internship Office located in The Center for Experiential Learning.  Hours for internship are 40 hours per week. 

    Prerequisite(s):

    Permission of the coordinator.

  • EC 141 - Principles of Economics: Micro

    Description

    Examines the concept of the firm and the way it operates in the economy. Topics such as price determination, resource allocation, costs, market structure and  the role of government in markets are examined.

    Note:

    Meets Social Scientific Awareness Learning Outcome (SOC)

  • EC 142 - Principles of Economics: Macro

    Description

    Designed to give the student a basic understanding of the national economy through a study of economic theory. Topics include unemployment, inflation, economic growth, the business cycle, and government stabilization policy.

    Note:

    Meets Social Scientific Awareness Learning Outcome (SOC) 

  • EC 241 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Analysis

    Description

    Presents a theoretical and empirical analysis of aggregate income, employment, growth and fluctuations The instruments of  monetary and fiscal policy and their effect on the economy are  discussed.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 142.

  • EC 242 - Intermediate Microeconomic Analysis

    Description

    This course presents the economic theory of demand, production and supply for different markets, in partial and general equilibrium. Economic models of consumer and business behavior are developed. Various current business strategies and government policies are then examined as applications of these models.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141.

  • EC 243 - Money and Banking

    Description

    This course examines the financial system by exploring the function of banks and other financial institutions in the determination of money in the economy. Particular attention is paid to the behavior of interest rates, government regulation of the financial system,and the conduct of monetary policy.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 142.

  • EC 244 - Economics of Industrial Organization

    Description

    This course provides an economic analysis of US industries by examining their market structures, conduct and performance. Various business strategies available within oligopoly and monopoly markets are evaluated within a framework of two competing schools of thought. Public policy regarding monopoly and oligopoly is examined through several case studies.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141.

  • EC 245 - Labor Economics

    Description

    This course adds to students' knowledge of principles of microeconomic theory and applies this theory to labor markets. A significant part of the course will be spent analyzing public policy issues regarding the workplace. Examples of topics covered are: the decision to work; the firm's mix of workers and hours; the minimum wage; discrimination; education and training decisions; labor unions; immigration; and unemployment.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141.

  • EC 247 - International Economics

    Description

    Studies the theoretical and policy determinations of international trade flows, balance of payments, exchange rate adjustments and capital flows. Examines the institutional structures which integrate and accommodate trade and payment flows in world economy.

    Note:

    Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141, EC 142.

  • EC 250 - Environmental Economics

    Description

    Microeconomics is applied to problems of the environment. The impact of incentives, externalities, public good and property rights on pollution are studied. Cost-benefit analysis is applied to real world problems in cases where the benefits and/or costs may be very difficult to measure Current environmental laws and policies in the US are examined along with their effects. Global issues are discussed, including climate change and the tension between development and the environment in developing countries.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141.

  • EC 325 - Bubbles and Crises: A History of Financial Crises

    Description

    This course explores the theoretical foundations of financial crises by examining the typical cycle of mania, panic and crisis. Financial crises and asset bubbles will be reviewed from a historical point of view by empirically examining and comparing financial crises throughout time. Throughout the course attention will be paid to the development of financial crises and the possibility of detecting and avoiding future crises.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 243 

  • EC 341 - Seminar in Economics

    Description

    Current topics in the field of economics are discussed using the case-study approach.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141 , EC 142 .

  • EC 342 - Econometrics

    Description

    Introduction to the field of econometrics as a means of testing economic theories and providing quantitative estimates of the magnitudes of relationships among variables. Emphasis is on regression analysis using Ordinary Least Squares and other techniques when OLS cannot be used.

    Prerequisite(s): BU 121, EC 141, EC 142.

  • EC 344 - Sports Economics

    Description

    Applies economic tools to study the field of sports. Topics include the organization of sports leagues, profit maximization, the application of antitrust to sports, competitive balance, labor relations, gender and racial discrimination, and the economic impact of sports on cities and states.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141.

  • EC 345 - Economics of the Great Depression

    Description

    Gives the students a background to understand the Great Depression. Explains what actually happened vs. the conflicting narratives presented by modern competing economic theories.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141 , EC 142 .

  • EC 346 - Development Economics

    Description

    This course will analyze the economic development process of newly developing nations.  The student will: understand the complex nature of poverty and development, analyze key theories and evidence of economic development, and critically analyze economic development strategies, programs and projects in countries around the world.

    Prerequisite(s):

    EC141 and EC 142 or permission of instructor

  • EC 441 - Special Topics: Economics

    Description

    This course offers, in a seminar format, the careful examination of a current topic of interest in the field of Economics. The topic will vary across semesters, but may include areas in Micro and Macroeconomics as well as History of Economic Thought.

  • FI 261 - Financial Management

    Description

    An analysis of the financial decision-making processes of the firm. Topics include the time value of money, risk return analysis, cash flow analysis, investment decision-making, the cost of capital, optimum capital structure, and dividend theory. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel.

    Prerequisite(s): AC 111, BU 121.

  • FI 262 - Investments

    Description

    This course introduces students to the field of investments through the viewpoint of the individual investor. Concepts covered include risk versus reward, asset allocation, and the securities markets. Particular attention is paid to stock valuation, bond valuation, options, and futures.  

    Prerequisite(s): AC 111.

  • FI 325 - Bubbles and Crises: A History of Financial Crises

    Description

    This course explores the theoretical foundations of financial crises by examining the typical cycle of mania, panic and crisis. Financial crises and asset bubbles will be reviewed from a historical point of view by empirically examining and comparing financial crises throughout time. Throughout the course attention will be paid to the development of financial crises and the possibility of detecting and avoiding future crises.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 243 

  • FI 342 - Econometrics

    Description

    Introduction to the field of econometrics as a means of testing economic theories and providing quantitative estimates of the magnitudes of relationships among variables. Emphasis is on regression analysis using Ordinary Least Squares and other techniques when OLS cannot be used.

    Prerequisite(s): BU 121, EC 141, EC 142 

  • FI 361 - Financial Management II

    Description

    An expansion of the topics covered in Financial Management. In addition to treating the concepts of cost of capital, optimum capital structure and capital budgeting, the topics of convertible securities, leasing, mergers, and reorganizations are considered. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel.

    Prerequisite(s): FI 261.

  • FI 362 - Portfolio Analysis

    Description

    An expansion of the topic covered in Investments. Topics covered include: valuation principles, analysis and management of bonds, analysis of stocks, and portfolio theory. Requires computer work in class. If the class is not scheduled to meet in a computer lab, students will be expected to bring a laptop or other computer that can run Excel.

    Prerequisite(s): FI 262.

  • FI 363 - International Financial Management

    Description

    This course introduces the student to the theory of International Financial Management. Topics covered include: international monetary relationships and balance of payments, hedging and options, international capital budgeting and foreign investing, and international capital markets.

    Prerequisite(s): EC 141, EC 142 and FI 261 

  • FI 364 - Investment Theories and Practices

    Description

    This course provides a rigorous treatment of numerous theories and best practices for investment management. More specifically, this course discusses the three main theories of investment management to include: (a) fundamental investment analysis, (b) technical investment analysis, and (c) efficient market investment theory. Further, a significant portion of the course focuses on the ethics of money management.

    Prerequisite(s): FI 262  

  • FI 365 - Options & Futures Trading

    Description

    This course introduces students in trading of options and futures. Students learn to structure payoffs and trade them live on demo accounts. Moreover they learn about pricing of derivatives and how to apply options and futures trading strategies for hedging.

    Prerequisite(s): FI 262 

  • FI 461 - Special Topics: Finance

    Description

    Within a seminar format, an in-depth examination of an issue of current interest within the finance environment. Topics will be selected by the department's faculty.

  • MK 231 - Principles of Marketing

    Description

    Introduction to the role of marketing within an organization. Topics include identifying and defining markets, basic elements of marketing programs, building customer relationships, and the effect of environmental factors on marketing. Marketing applications in domestic and international, profit and not-for-profit, industrial and consumer markets, small and large organizations, and physical goods and services contexts will be included.

  • MK 232 - Integrated Marketing Communications

    Description

    Investigation of the methods used by organizations to create dialogue with various constituencies to create long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. Emphasizes maximizing communication impact in an ethical, socially responsible fashion by conveying consistent reinforcing messages using combinations of one- and two-way methods of communication.

    Prerequisite(s): MK 231 

  • MK 233 - Consumer Behavior

    Description

    Examines how/why consumers acquire, use, and dispose of goods and services and the implications of these behaviors for marketing. The course is built on a conceptual foundation of cognitive psychology, learning theory, sociology, literary criticism, communication, and cultural anthropology.

    Prerequisite(s): MK 231 

  • MK 331 - Marketing Management

    Description

    This course builds on Principles of Marketing to develop decision making skills through case studies of actual marketing problems. Both qualitative and quantitative analyses will be used to determine the financial, organizational, competitive, and strategic impact of marketing decisions. Problems related to various marketing mix components, types of organizations, and types of products will be included. Students are encouraged to complete

    Prerequisite(s): MK 231 , MK 233  and MK 332 

  • MK 332 - Marketing Research

    Description

    Introduction to the marketing research process, research design, and methods used to obtain, analyze, and interpret information needed for making marketing decisions. Class projects will provide experience in sampling, methods for collecting and analyzing data (including Internet techniques), and evaluating/reporting findings.

    Prerequisite(s): BU 121, MK 231.

  • MK 333 - International Marketing

    Description

    The course analyzes the fundamentals of marketing across national boundaries as well as provides an analytical framework for the development and implementation of global marketing programs.  Key concepts and management decisions connected with the global marketing process are examined.

    Note:

    Meets Global Engagement Learning Outcome (GLOB)

    Prerequisite(s): MK 231 

  • MK 421 - Special Topics: Marketing

    Description

    Within a seminar format, an in-depth examination of an issue of current interest within the marketing environment. Topics will be selected by the department's faculty.

    Prerequisite(s): MK 231 

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