Course List

Roanoke College - Courses OfferedSpring Term 2013SP - Business Administration

BUAD 142 A

Title: Personal Finance

Instructor: Mr. Richard A. Bond
Block: 12
Time: T/TH 2:50PM-4:20PM
Room: WEST 125
Units: 1

Catalog Description: This course develops a comprehensive understanding of everyday financial matters such as banking, credit, home finances, planning, investing, and taxes. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 142 E

Title: Personal Finance

Instructor: Mr. Richard A. Bond
Block: E3
Time: T/TH 4:30PM-6:00PM
Room: WEST 216
Units: 1

Catalog Description: This course develops a comprehensive understanding of everyday financial matters such as banking, credit, home finances, planning, investing, and taxes. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 215 A

Title: Accounting Principles I

Instructor: Ms. Arnica W. Mulder
Block: 2
Time: M/W/F 9:40AM-10:40AM
Room: WEST 022
Units: 1

Catalog Description: An introduction to the field of accounting and to the development of a broad understanding and use of accounting information. PC applications are utilized. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 215 B

Title: Accounting Principles I

Instructor: Mrs. Patricia Smith Eggleston
Block: 9
Time: T/TH 8:30AM-10:00AM
Room: WEST 125
Units: 1

Catalog Description: An introduction to the field of accounting and to the development of a broad understanding and use of accounting information. PC applications are utilized. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 225 A

Title: Accounting Principles II

Instructor: Mr. Gregory R. Shaff
Block: 3
Time: M/W/F 10:50AM-11:50AM
Room: WEST 311
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215.

Catalog Description: Continuation of broad understanding of how accounting principles, accounting practices, and financial data assist decision makers. Topics include corporations, analysis of accounting information, and managerial accounting, including cost accounting, planning, and control. PC applications are utilized. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 225 B

Title: Accounting Principles II

Instructor: Ms. Arnica W. Mulder
Block: 1
Time: M/W/F 8:30AM-9:30AM
Room: WEST 210
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215.

BUAD 225 C

Title: Accounting Principles II

Instructor: Ms. Arnica W. Mulder
Block: 4
Time: M/W/F 12:00PM-1:00PM
Room: WEST 311
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215.

BUAD 225 D

Title: Accounting Principles II

Instructor: Mr. Gregory R. Shaff
Block: 2
Time: M/W/F 9:40AM-10:40AM
Room: WEST 311
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215.

BUAD 227 A

Title: Business Law

Instructor: Mr. Raymond F. Leven
Block: 9
Time: T/TH 8:30AM-10:00AM
Room: LUCS 125
Units: 1

Catalog Description: An introductory survey of the basic transactional legal principles needed in business, including a summary of the judicial system, legal organizations, contracts, torts, administrative regulation, property rights, selected articles of the Uniform Commercial Code, creditors rights, bankruptcy, and employment laws. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 227 B

Title: Business Law

Instructor: Mr. Steve A. Baker Esq.
Block: E4
Time: T/TH 6:15PM-7:45PM
Room: WEST 216
Units: 1

BUAD 233 A

Title: Marketing Management

Instructor: Ms. Ivy Kutlu
Block: 3
Time: M/W/F 10:50AM-11:50AM
Room: WEST 117
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215 & either Econ 120 or 121.

Catalog Description: Principles, practices, and basic theoretical concepts in the field of marketing. Special attention will be given to sustainable business activities. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 233 C

Title: Marketing Management

Instructor: Dr. Elisabeth Gilster Velazquez
Block: 4
Time: M/W/F 12:00PM-1:00PM
Room: WEST 216
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215 & either Econ 120 or 121.

Catalog Description: Principles, practices, and basic theoretical concepts in the field of marketing. Special attention will be given to sustainable business activities. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 242 A

Title: Investments

Instructor: Dr. C. Michael Smith
Block: 8
Time: M/W 4:00PM-5:30PM
Room: WEST 228
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 225 & Econ 121 & 122 or permission.

Catalog Description: An introduction to security analysis, principles, and problems of investments for individuals and firms; management of the securities by risk and purpose of investors. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 244 E

Title: Labor Relations

Instructor: Jennifer K. Pittman
Block:
Time: T 6:15PM-9:15PM
Room: WEST 117
Units: 1
Comments: Econ 120 or 121 or 122 or permission.

Catalog Description: Evolution of unions; organizations and role of labor and management in collective bargaining; labor legislation; contract administration. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 248 A

Title: Quantitative Methods

Instructor: Mr. Michael Hutkin
Block: 7A
Time: M/W 2:20PM-3:50PM
Room: WEST 117
Units: 1

Catalog Description: The use of quantitative techniques in decision making for business management. Substantial PC applications are utilized. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 248 B

Title: Quantitative Methods

Instructor: Mr. Michael Hutkin
Block: 8
Time: M/W 4:00PM-5:30PM
Room: WEST 117
Units: 1

Catalog Description: The use of quantitative techniques in decision making for business management. Substantial PC applications are utilized. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 254 A

Title: Organizational Behavior & Mgmt

Instructor: Dr. Julie Lyon
Block: 10
Time: T/TH 10:10AM-11:40AM
Room: WEST 123
Units: 1

Catalog Description: An introductory examination of theoretical principles and practical applications related to managing and leading individuals and groups in the work setting. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 254 B

Title: Organizational Behavior & Mgmt

Instructor: Dr. Julie Lyon
Block: 12
Time: T/TH 2:50PM-4:20PM
Room: WEST 228
Units: 1

BUAD 258 A

Title: Information Systems

Instructor: Dr. Ali A. Nazemi
Block: 10
Time: T/TH 10:10AM-11:40AM
Room: WEST 127
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215 & either Math 111 or permission.

Catalog Description: This course explores the fundamental concepts of information systems in modern organizations. The course provides intensive preparation in the most useful applications of computers in business. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 258 B

Title: Information Systems

Instructor: Dr. Ali A. Nazemi
Block: 11
Time: T/TH 1:10PM-2:40PM
Room: WEST 127
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215 & either Math 111 or permission.

BUAD 258 C

Title: Information Systems

Instructor: Dr. Pamela S. Galluch
Block: 7A
Time: M/W 2:20PM-3:50PM
Room: WEST 131
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 215 & either Math 111 or permission.

BUAD 264 A

Title: Foundations of Leadership

Instructor: Mr. Jack L. White
Block: E1
Time: M/W 5:45PM-7:15PM
Room: WEST 228
Units: 1

Catalog Description: A broad theoretical and practical overview of leadership concepts and principles. Topics will include, but are not limited to traits of effective leaders, ethics, team development, leadership theory, strategic leadership and conflict resolution. Students will be required to develop and present an original community-based leadership project proposal. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 322 A

Title: Student-Managed Fund

Instructor: Dr. Larry A. Lynch
Block: 12
Time: T/TH 2:50PM-4:20PM
Room: WEST 210
Units: 1/2
Comments: Econ 122 and Buad 225.

Catalog Description: The participants in this class will manage a portion of the Colleges general endowment fund by actively managing a portfolio under the supervision of a faculty member. The fund will be continuously managed, with the course portion being offered each (and every) semester. Students earn 1/2 unit per semester. A maximum of two units can be earned toward graduation with only one unit counting toward the Finance Concentration. Offered on a pass-fail basis. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 325 A

Title: Intermediate Accounting II

Instructor: Mrs. Sharon C. Gibbs
Block: 10
Time: T/TH 10:10AM-11:40AM
Room: WEST 125
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 315 or permission.

Catalog Description: Continuation of Business Administration 315. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 338 A

Title: e-Business

Instructor: Dr. Pamela S. Galluch
Block: 2
Time: M/W/F 9:40AM-10:40AM
Room: WEST 127
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 258.

Catalog Description: Comprehensive coverage of electronic business andelectronic transactions to include electronicmarketing and retailing, electronic procurementand payment, cyber security, on-line auctions andshops, and web technologies for virtualcommunities in a global marketplace.Lecture: 2hrs/wk; Laboratory: 1 hr/wk.

BUAD 342 A

Title: Corporate Finance

Instructor: Prof Michelle B. Hagadorn CPA
Block: 1
Time: M/W/F 8:30AM-9:30AM
Room: WEST 228
Units: 1
Comments: Econ 121 & 122, Buad 225 & 258; declared BUAD major or perm.

Catalog Description: The principles of asset management, financial structure, and types of securities and their characteristics. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 342 C

Title: Corporate Finance

Instructor: Mr. Richard A. Bond
Block: 4
Time: M/W/F 12:00PM-1:00PM
Room: WEST 210
Units: 1
Comments: Econ 121 & 122, Buad 225 & 258; declared BUAD major or perm.

Catalog Description: The principles of asset management, financial structure, and types of securities and their characteristics. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 343 A

Title: Buyer Behavior

Instructor: Dr. Elisabeth Gilster Velazquez
Block: 7A
Time: M/W 2:20PM-3:50PM
Room: WEST 216
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 233.

Catalog Description: This course provides a comprehensive overview of the theories related to buyer behavior. Students will learn how to apply these theories in marketing and retailing contexts. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 343 B

Title: Buyer Behavior

Instructor: Dr. Elisabeth Gilster Velazquez
Block:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 233.

BUAD 348 A

Title: Production & Operations Mgmt

Instructor: Dr. Christina D. McCart
Block: 1
Time: M/W/F 8:30AM-9:30AM
Room: WEST 117
Units: 1
Comments: Math 111, Stat 101 or Inq 240, Buad 215; declared BUAD major or permission.

Catalog Description: Basic principles and problems of organizing andoperating business facilities including functions,process, responsibilities, and techniques.Substantial computer applications. Lecture: 3hrs/wk.

BUAD 348 B

Title: Production & Operations Mgmt

Instructor: Dr. Christina D. McCart
Block: 2
Time: M/W/F 9:40AM-10:40AM
Room: WEST 117
Units: 1
Comments: Math 111, Stat 101 or Inq 240, Buad 215; declared BUAD major or permission.

BUAD 353 E

Title: Sales & Sales Management

Instructor: Mr. Bruce Manthe
Block: E3
Time: T/TH 4:30PM-6:00PM
Room: WEST 117
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 233.

Catalog Description: An in-depth study of the steps associated with the personal selling process as well as the techniques required to motivate and manage a high performance sales force effectively. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 364 E

Title: Team Dynamics

Instructor: Mr. Jack L. White
Block: 8
Time: M/W 4:00PM-5:30PM
Room: WEST 123
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 254 or Psyc 250.

Catalog Description: An examination of the dynamics of team development and teamwork. Topics covered in this course will include, but are not limited to group theory, mission and goal development, team development, conflict management, problem solving and team leadership. Students will be required to demonstrate competency in team leadership through the development of a class project in team dynamics. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 368 A

Title: Decision Sup & Intelligent Sys

Instructor: Dr. Ali A. Nazemi
Block: 3
Time: M/W/F 10:50AM-11:50AM
Room: WEST 131
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 258 & Inq 240.

Catalog Description: A comprehensive study of managerial decisionmaking and the use of such tools as Data BaseManagement, Decision Support, and IntelligentSystems in solving business and managementproblems. This course will serve as an electivewithin the Business Administration major and as arequirement in the Business Information Systemsconcentration. (1)

BUAD 406 A

Title: Independent Study & Research

Instructor: Dr. Ali A. Nazemi
Block:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1

Catalog Description: A program of intensive study in Business Administration carried out under the direction of a member of the Departmental staff. (Enrollment with the approval of the Department.)

BUAD 406 B

Title: Independent Study & Research

Instructor: Dr. W. Kevin Baker
Block:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1

BUAD 415 A

Title: Auditing

Instructor: Mrs. Sharon C. Gibbs
Block: 4
Time: M/W/F 12:00PM-1:00PM
Room: WEST 125
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 315.

Catalog Description: A course covering the principles employed in the conduct of a financial statement audit. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 416 A

Title: Internship

Instructor: Dr. Pamela S. Galluch
Block:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 258 and permission of the Dept.

Catalog Description: Work experience in private or public sector, utilizing analytical tools, and including a student project.

BUAD 416 B

Title: Internship

Instructor: Dr. Pamela S. Galluch
Block:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 258 and permission of the Dept.

Catalog Description: Work experience in private or public sector, utilizing analytical tools, and including a student project.

BUAD 425 A

Title: Advanced Accounting

Instructor: Prof Michelle B. Hagadorn CPA
Block: 3
Time: M/W/F 10:50AM-11:50AM
Room: WEST 210
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 315.

Catalog Description: A course focusing on the consolidation of financial statements. In addition, a brief introduction to international, governmental and nonprofit accounting is covered. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 433 A

Title: Marketing Research

Instructor: Ms. Ivy Kutlu
Block: 4
Time: M/W/F 12:00PM-1:00PM
Room: WEST 117
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 233 & Buad 258, Stat 101 or Inq 240.

Catalog Description: A course providing students with the skills needed to define a research situation, construct the research model, collect and analyze data, generate and test the response or solution, and integrate the steps into a coherent project. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 442 A

Title: Advanced Financial Management

Instructor: Dr. Larry A. Lynch
Block: 10
Time: T/TH 10:10AM-11:40AM
Room: WEST 210
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 242 & Buad 342 & Econ 232 or permission.

Catalog Description: An in-depth analysis of financial theory, principles, and policies used in managing the firms capital structure. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 464 A

Title: Advanced Leadership

Instructor: Mr. Jack L. White
Block:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 264 & either Buad 364 or Buad 374.

Catalog Description: An advanced analysis of leadership topics including an applied experience in leadership practice. A special emphasis will be placed on the ethics of leadership. Students enrolled in this course will be required to propose and execute an actual community oriented project within the timeframe of the semester. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 464 B

Title: Advanced Leadership

Instructor: Mrs. Sharon C. Gibbs
Block:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: Buad 264 & either Buad 364 or Buad 374.

BUAD 496 A

Title: Honors Project

Instructor: Dr. Pamela S. Galluch
Block:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: See Catalog.

Catalog Description: A program of independent study culminating in a paper, artistic creation, or performance.

BUAD 499 A

Title: Business Policy

Instructor: Dr. W. Kevin Baker
Block: 11
Time: T/TH 1:10PM-2:40PM
Room: WEST 210
Units: 1
Comments: BUAD 227, 233, 248, 254, 342, 348 and Sr major status.

Catalog Description: The capstone course of the BusinessAdministration curriculum. The students will useStrategic Management as the framework tointegrate and apply the knowledge acquired fromall the coursework in the Business Administrationmajor. The course utilizes lecture, readings,case methodology, simulations, and a majorproject of starting a business entity. Lecture: 3hrs/wk; Lab 3 hrs/wk.

BUAD 499 B

Title: Business Policy

Instructor: Dr. W. Kevin Baker
Block: 7A
Time: M/W 2:20PM-3:50PM
Room: WEST 210
Units: 1
Comments: BUAD 227, 233, 248, 254, 342, 348 and Sr major status.

BUAD 499 E1

Title: Business Policy

Instructor: Dr. W. Kevin Baker
Block: E3
Time: T/TH 4:30PM-6:00PM
Room: WEST 210
Units: 1
Comments: BUAD 227, 233, 248, 254, 342, 348 and Sr major status.

BUAD 499L 1

Title: Business Policy Lab

Instructor: Dr. W. Kevin Baker
Block: 8
Time: M/W 4:00PM-5:30PM
Room: WEST 210
Comments: BUAD 227, 233, 248, 254, 342, 348 & senior major status.

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