This course is the equivalent of Principles of Management and Organizational Behavior, Principles of Marketing, Operations Management, and Legal Environment of Business. The use of technology will continue to increase the student's computer skills, including demonstration of an understanding of computer systems and jargon. A significant component of the course will revolve around a year-long team based entrepreneurial project which will include building an innovative business plan to be presented formally to the class. This is a continuation of BUAD 301. BUAD 301 and 302 are designed to be taken in two consecutive semesters.
Emphasis is on integrated business principles, basic core competencies, and a team project.
This first of two case-based courses introduces the broad range of concerns in managerial finance. Topical coverage includes ratio analysis, projection of funds requirements, working capital management, lending relationships, capital budgeting, and long term capital structure. Case analyses will allow students to acquire basic skills and perspectives in each area. A continuation of BUAD 317. Students will be expected to gain increased sophistication, through case analysis and discussion, of their knowledge and application of managerial models relevant to the topics covered in the Principles of Finance.