
The Bachelor degrees at UNVA are intended to prepare graduates for responsible managerial roles within a variety of organizational settings. While many students will apply the knowledge and skills they acquire in their undergraduate studies directly to their current or future occupations, the curriculum is designed to afford breadth and depth in the complexities of governmental, industrial, educational, commercial, health services, and voluntary organizations.
In order to graduate, students must successfully pass the 40 courses (120 credit hours) that make up the study plan. The program is designed to be completed in three to four years.
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ARTH 300 - Art History
Prerequisites: None.
Major periods, monuments, and themes of Western art and architecture. Provides an introduction to local museum collections and a historical framework for further study in art history. Designed as a two-course sequence, but each part may be taken independently.3 credits.
COMM 305 - Introduction to Journalism
Prerequisite: None.
Introduction to Journalism is a course that gives students an overview of many different fields of journalism. Among the subjects and skills to which students will be introduced: basic journalism concepts, reporting tools, conducting interviews, coming up with story ideas and resolving ethical dilemmas. This course will cover the basic theories and practices of journalism, especially concerning its practice for print media and the "new media" of the World Wide Web. 3 credits.
ENGL 111, 112 - College English I, II
Prerequisite: None.
The essentials of academic prose; techniques and mechanics of writing well; rhetorical strategies. 3 credits each.
ENGL 113 - Speech
Prerequisite: None.
A study of the principles of speech; practice in the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches, classified according to function; practices in the basic skills of oral communication; the development of poise and self-confidence. 3 credits.
EVSC 105- Environmental Science
Prerequisites: None.
Prerequisite: None. Investigations of scientific principles directly related to environmental problems, with emphasis on the causes of environmental mismanagement, development of natural resources, land-use problems and the interaction of geochemistry and problems of human health. 3 credits.
MATH 103 - College Algebra
Prerequisite: MATH 101.
Functions and relations, equations and inequalities, determinants and matrices, simultaneous equations, algebra of polynomials, complex numbers. 3 credits.
GOVT 120- Introduction to Political Science
Prerequisites: None.
This course introduces students to the discipline of political science and to numerous fundamental political issues and challenges. This course introduces the main concepts, issues, and approaches employed in the study of politics and explores major political ideologies as well as the foundational basis of the modern state. 3 credits.
GOVT 241, 242 - International Relations
Prerequisites: None.
GOVT 303 - Comparative Politics
Prerequisites: None.
HIST 111, 112 - History of World Civilization I, II
Prerequisite: None.
In this class, we will first explore the cultures, religions and people which have shaped the history of Europe and the “West.? From the Mesopotamians to the Middle Ages, we will examine the development of the culture, politics and intellectual heritage of Western Civilization. Topics discussed in the class include the Ancient Near East, the Greeks and Romans, the rise of Christianity and Islam, and Medieval Europe. We will examine the development of Western science, law and government, and the relationship of the “West?to other regions of the world, including Asia, Africa, the Islamic World. 3 credits. HIST 112 is the continuation of HIST 111.3 credits.
HIST 400 - History of Western Civilization
Prerequisite: None.
History of Western civilization from its ancient Mediterranean origins through the medieval and modern development of Europe to the contemporary world. 3 credits.
MATH 231 - Calculus I
Prerequisite: MATH 103.
First course in calculus and analytic geometry. Includes introductory concepts in analytic geometry, limits, continuity, differentiation, applications of the derivative, the mean value theorem, the definite and indefinite integral, and applications of integration. 3 credits.
PHIL 201- Introduction to Philosophy
Prerequisite: None.
This course provides a solid introduction to philosophical problems and arguments. It covers the development and enhancement of critical and analytical skills as a major focal point and develops ability to read and interpret philosophical arguments. 3 credits.
PHIL 301- Logic
Prerequisite: None.
Basic concepts and techniques of deduction, emphasizing the modern treatment of such topics as quantification and rules of inference, with study of the classical treatment. Basic principles of induction, formal fallacies, and uses of logic in everyday life. 3 credits.
PSCH 302 - General Psychology
Prerequisite: None.
Study of human behavior development in a social matrix, including such topics as socialization, cultural behavior, group norms, and attitude formation. 3 credits.
SOCI 300 - Introductory Sociology
Prerequisite: None.
Introduction to basic sociological concepts. Examines aspects of human behavior in a cultural framework including: individual and group interaction, social mobility and stratification, status and class, race and gender relations, urbanism, crime and criminology, and social change and reform. 3 credits.
STAT 300 - Introductory Statistics I
Prerequisite: High school algebra.
Elementary introduction to statistics. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, estimation and hypothesis testing for means and proportions, correlation, and regression. Students use statistical software for assignments. 3 credits.
ACTG 311 - Intermediate Accounting I
Prerequisite: ACTG 202.
Accounting theory and problems in the classification of transactions, asset and liability valuation, income determination, and the presentation and interpretation of financial statements. Study of generally accepted accounting principles. 3 credits.
ACTG 312 - Intermediate Accounting II
Prerequisite: ACTG 202.
Accounting theory and problems in the classification of transactions, asset and liability valuation, income determination, and the presentation and interpretation of financial statements. Study of generally accepted accounting principles. 3 credits.
ACTG 410 - Auditing
Prerequisite: ACTG 202.
Internal and external auditing; current professional standards, ethics of the auditor with emphasis on internal control and evidence gathering. 3 credits.
ACTG 201 -Fundamental of Accounting I
Prerequisite: None.
Financial accounting procedures, concepts, and reports for sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporation. 3 credits.
ACTG 411 - Cost Accounting
Prerequisite: ACTG 202.
The development and use of cost accounting for inventory valuation, income determination, and cost control, including process accounting and variance analysis. 3 credits.
ACTG 412 - Financial Statement Analysis
Prerequisite: ACTG 202.
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to take full advantage of financial reports and analysis. Topics that will be covered include financial statement, ratio analysis, comparative analysis, and the management of operation funds. 3 credits.
ACTG 413- Managerial Accounting
Prerequisite: ACTG 202.
Cost-benefit choices among accounting methods and systems in support of strategic decisions and operational control, including behavioral effects of accounting systems within organizations. Construction of budgets, forecasts, and estimates for new product/process costs. 3 credits.
ACTG 476 - Accounting Information Systems
Prerequisite: ACTG 202.
The planning and operation of electronic data processing systems in accounting and the use of the information generated for financial reporting and control. 3 credits.
FINA 416 - Financial Planning and Control
Prerequisite: FINA 201.
A comprehensive coverage of short-term and long-term financial planning: topics include budgeting, financing decisions, cost of capital, capital structure decisions as well as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and leasing. 3 credits.
ACTG 372- Financial Accounting
Prerequisite: ACTG 202.
Current financial accounting theory and practice as they relate to financial statement preparation and analysis. Emphasis on special topics includes accounting for pensions and leases, accounting changes, and earnings per share presentations. 3 credits.
FINA 416 - Financial Planning and Control
Prerequisite: FINA 201.
A comprehensive coverage of short-term and long-term financial planning: topics include budgeting, financing decisions, cost of capital, capital structure decisions as well as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and leasing. 3 credits.
FINA 420 - Financial Institutions Markets
Prerequisite: FINA 201.
Study of financial sector; businesses, consumers and governments in money and capital markets are observed with emphasis on financial instruments, analysis of financial intermediaries and the determination of interest rates. 3 credits.
FINA 422 - Project Evaluation; Investment Management
Prerequisite: FINA 416. T
he purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the area of investments with emphasis upon why individuals and institutions invest and how they invest. This course also deals with the design and analysis of investment projects. 3 credits.
FINA 423 - International Finance I
Prerequisite: FINA 201.
This course aims at introducing the students to instruments and institutions of international financial markets, evolution of the international monetary system and foreign exchange markets. 3 credits.
FINA 424 - Commercial Banking Management
Prerequisite: FINA 416.
The purpose of this course is to examine various aspects of managing a commercial bank. It involves the application of modern banking and finance theory to the process of management of today's commercial banking and financial service organizations. 3 credits.
FINA 425 - Portfolio Theory and Management
Prerequisite: FINA 416.
Theories and techniques for management of portfolios; emphasis on the portfolio manager's role in diversification and meeting investors' goals, and a review of empirical literature. 3 credits.
FINA 426 - International Finance II
Prerequisite: FINA 423.
The basic principles covered in this course are enhanced through study of new techniques in international financial management, hedging techniques, swaps, futures, options, leasing, factoring, forfeiting. 3 credits.
FINA 427 - Principles of International Banking
Prerequisite: FINA 424. T
he basic principles covered in Commercial Banking Management are enhanced through an international perspective. Topics covered in this course are an overview of international banking and its structure as well as the changing nature of bank management. 3 credits.
ECON 436 -International Economics
Prerequisite: ECON 201 & 202. N
ational income accounting and balance of payments and the different approaches to balance of payments and to exchange rate determination of non-traced goods, labor market, stabilization policies in open economies, expectations and exchange rate determination, the assets market in open economies. 3 credits.
MKTG 445- Workshop in Exports and Imports
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
Students study actual examples of imports and exports; assessing demand, finding markets for exports and sources for imports; international letters of credit and export financing. 3 credits.
BMGT 300 - Strategic Planning
Prerequisite: BMGT 201.
This course is designed to introduce students to the practice of strategic planning. It covers the role and purpose of strategic analysis and planning: formulating plans, establishing organizational goals and objectives in the context of changing technology and environment, and techniques of policy formulation. 3 credits.
BMGT 301 - Introduction to International Business
Prerequisite: BMGT 201.
This is an introductory course designed to develop the student's understanding of international business and the globalization of the economy. The focus is primarily on the international business environment and the activities of multinational corporations. 3 credits.
BMGT 201 - Principles of Management
Prerequisite: None.
This course builds on the fundamental theories and concepts by examining the nature of managerial work under a range of business models and under rapidly changing business conditions. Managerial functions and activities such as planning, organizing, controlling, staffing, and decision-making are examined in depth and in the context of current organizational examples and scenarios. 3 credits.
BMGT 312- Human Resource Management
Prerequisite: None.
Human capital is now the most important asset of many firms. This course builds on BMGT 201 by introducing key concepts and techniques that managers need to know in order to best attract, retain and develop skilled personnel, based on current practice and theory in Human Resources Management. Legal and ethical considerations in human resource management are also emphasized. 3 credits.
BMGT 313 - Teams, Groups and Leadership
Prerequisite: None.
This course focuses on intensive development of a higher-level skill set for collaboration and leadership in contemporary environments. Builds on content introduced in core management coursework (BMGT 201, 302, and 312). Attention is given to developing personal leadership capabilities, collaborating in traditional and virtual environments, improving group processes, managing conflict, tolerating ambiguity, improving communication, utilizing creative problem-solving, and coaching and motivating employees. 3 credits.
BMGT 401 - Organization Theory and Development
Prerequisite: BMGT 201.
This course looks at advanced topics in the design and development of organizations. Students will move beyond the fundamentals learned in the management core and develop detailed understandings, tools, and skills relevant to the relationships between organizational structure, design, and culture, with the goal of improving the organizational performance. 3 credits.
BMGT 412 - Business Ethics
Prerequisite: None.
Examination of some of the moral problems that arise with regard to the responsibilities of various segments of the business community ?including employers, management and stockholders ?to one another, to the consumer, and to society at large. 3 credits.
BMGT 450 - Special Topics in International Management
Prerequisite: None.
The objective is to offer coherent and organized coverage of important contemporary topics. Specific topics are announced when the course is scheduled. 3 credits.
BMGT 472 - Operations Management
Prerequisite: MATH 103.
Application of concepts and principles related to management of the production function in manufacturing and services. Problem-solving emphasis, with extensive use of applications software. 3 credits.
FINA 411 -Investment
Prerequisite: FINA 201.
A study of the techniques, vehicles, and strategies for implementing investment goals in light of risk-return tradeoffs. 3 credits.
MKTG 440 - International Marketing
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
The primary objective of this course is to introduce students to the issues and complexities involved in the international marketing process. 3 credits.
MKTG 445- Workshop in Exports and Imports
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
Students study actual examples of imports and exports; assessing demand, finding markets for exports and sources for imports; international letters of credit and export financing. 3 credits.
MKTG 450 - Consumer Behavior
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
This course analyzes the underlying theories and complex variables influencing consumers and their purchase decision -making processes. Marketing strategy implications of consumer behavior concepts are offered. 3 credits.
MKTG 451 - Promotion Management
Prerequisite: MKTG 450.
This course provides an opportunity for students to gain an understanding of various facets of advertising and promotion management. Students examine the use of all available promotional vehicles to communicate to potential customers the messages that support the objectives of the marketing plan. 3 credits.
MKTG 452 - Business-to-Business Marketing and E-Trade
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
In this course students will investigate the activities involved in marketing goods and services to businesses, institutions, resellers, and government, with primary emphasis on business-to-business marketing. 3 credits.
MKTG 453 - Product Planning and Management
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
To provide the conceptual & analytical framework to analyse product strategy, development & marketing. 3 credits.
MKTG 454 - Channel Management
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
Institutional & functional analysis of distribution channels; selecting, evaluating & managing distribution channels. 3 credits.
MKTG 455 - Marketing Research
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
This course will provide the marketing student with a systematic and objective approach to the search for and analysis of information relevant to the identification and solution of marketing problems. 3 credits.
MKTG 457 - Marketing Strategy
Prerequisite: MKTG 201.
This course provides an in-depth understanding and analysis of promotional strategies and tactics necessary in the management of marketing communications. 3 credits.
Professional Electives (Choose 10 courses from ACTG, BMGT, CSCI, ECON, FINA, IMSC, MKTG)
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