UNDERGRADUATE
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

DEPARTMENTAL LISTINGS
FOR SUMMER 2008

PLEASE NOTE: Upper level (300+) business courses have restricted access. Non-Rutgers students should provide transcripts with their registration for consideration for those courses.

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ACCOUNTING

Introduction to Financial Accounting (Cr.3)
52:010:101:Sec.A2:80560 BSB 106
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Vance
Email: dvance@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: Satisfy mathematics requirement for admission to the college. An introduction to accounting theory and practice and its function as the communications medium of the modern business information system.

Management Accounting (Cr.3)
52:010:202:Sec.D2:80433 BSB 106
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Vance
Email: dvance@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 52:010:101. The management uses of accounting data for planning, control, and decision making emphasized in the study of cost accounting, budgeting, and internal reporting procedures.

Federal Tax Accounting (Cr.3)
52:010:383:Sec.D3:80561 BSB 116
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,W,Th 1:40pm-4:20pm
Allen
Email: whallen@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 52:010:305 and 52:010:306. An analysis of the federal tax laws as they apply to the income of partnerships, decedents, estates and trusts, and corporations. Focus on corporate distributions, especially taxed corporations, capital changes, liquidations, and corporate reorganizations.

Advanced Accounting (Cr.3)
52:010:401:Sec.D2:81317 BSB 116
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Wurst
Email: docwurst@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: 52:010:305 and 52:010:306. Emphasis on the purchase and pooling methods of accounting for mergers and acquisitions, the cost and equity methods of accounting for an investment subsequent to its acquisition, and consolidations that result from intercorporate stock exchanges. Accounting for foreign operations and for state and municipal government entities.

Concepts of Auditing (Cr.3)
52:010:415:Sec.D6:81443 BSB 134
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Janes
Email: tjanes@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: 52:010:305 and 52:010:306. Objectives and concepts of auditing including audit planning, the internal control structure, audit evidence, audit sampling, materiality and audit risk, and reporting on audited financial statements. Overviews of audit methodology, international auditing, and the Code of Professional Conduct.

Cost Accounting (Cr.3)
52:010:451:Sec.A2:81191 BSB 116
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Miller
Email: milleraf@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 52:010:305 and 52:010:306. Identifying, measuring, accumulating, analyzing, preparing, interpreting, and communicating financial information used by management in fulfilling organizational goals. Standards of Ethical Conduct for Management Accountants.

Accounting Internship (Cr.3)
52:010:497:Sec.C1:81684
5/27-7/22 Time by arrangement
Haro
Email: jharo@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: Cumulative grade-point average of 3.0; permission of internship director. A structured practical program conducted by a business in cooperation with the School of Business-Camden.

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Introduction to Business Computing (Cr.3)
52:135:201:Sec.A6:81887 CS 110
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
McHugh
Email: mchugh@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: Satisfy mathematics requirement for admission to the college. Introduction to computers and information technology, with an emphasis on personal computers and their applications. Understanding of and hands-on experience with application software including word processors, spreadsheets, database systems, electronic mail, and web browsers. Introductory problem solving and computer programming.

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BUSINESS LAW

Business Law I: Legal Environment (Cr.3)
52:140:101:Sec.B1:84093 BSB 116
5/27-7/2 M,Tu,W,Th 8:45am-10:35am
Trentacoste
Email: trentaco@camden.rutgers.edu
COURSE CANCELLED 5/19/08.

Business Law II: Uniform Commercial Code (Cr.3)
52:140:102:Sec.J2:82644 BSB 134
7/21-8/13 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Sablove
Email: hsablove@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 52:140:101. Preparation for the New Jersey C.P.A. examination. Emphasis on aspects of the Uniform Commercial Code. Topics include the formation, operation, and discharge of contracts; agency; commercial paper; debtor-creditor relationships including bankruptcy; property; partnership and corporations with respect to liability, the power of their officers, and the rights of stockholders; negotiable instruments and bailments.

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FINANCE

NEW COURSE
Principles of Finance (Cr.3)
52:390:301:Sec.A3:84467 BSB 116
5/29-6/19 M,Tu,W,Th 1:40pm-4:20pm
Theodossiou, A.
Email: nikithe@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 50:010:101; 50:220:105, 106; 50:960:283. Forms of business organization, the federal income tax system, financial markets and institutions, time value of money, bonds and stocks valuation, calculating the cost of capital, capital budgeting, flow of funds and ratio analysis, operating and financial leverage, working capital management.

NEW COURSE
Principles of Finance (Cr.3)
52:390:301:Sec.J6:84468 BSB 118
7/21-8/12 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Theodossiou, A.
Email: nikithe@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 50:010:101; 50:220:105, 106; 50:960:283. Forms of business organization, the federal income tax system, financial markets and institutions, time value of money, bonds and stocks valuation, calculating the cost of capital, capital budgeting, flow of funds and ratio analysis, operating and financial leverage, working capital management.

Short Term Financial Management (Cr.3)
52:390:330:Sec.A2:81888 BSB 118
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
McNutt
Email: mcnuttz@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 52:390:301. Efficient management of the firm's short-term assets and liabilities. Topics include cash management and banking relations, short-term investments, accounts receivable management, accounts payable management, short-term borrowing, and electronic data interchange. Background material on commercial banking and the Federal Reserve system also covered.

Finance Internship (Cr.3)
52:390:497:Sec.C1:81685
5/27-7/22 Time by arrangement
Haro
Email: jharo@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: Cumulative grade-point average of 3.0; permission of internship director. A structured practical program conducted by a business in cooperation with the School of Business-Camden.

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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

Strategic Human Resource Management (Cr.3)
52:533:365:Sec.A6:82206 BSB 118
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Pinchuk
Email: besolutions@verizon.net
(Formerly 52:620:365 Human Resource Management) Pre- or corequisite: 52:620:303. Emphasizes the importance of human resource management functional specialties (i.e., planning, recruitment, selection, employee development, compensation, and employee relations), in terms of alignment with and support of the organization's strategy and objectives.  Special attention is given to business problems and strategic decision making of the human resource manager.

Special Topics in Human Resource Management: Team Management (Cr.3)
52:533:491:Sec.J1:84095 BSB 134
7/21-8/13 M,Tu,W,Th 8:00am-10:40am
Falcone
Email: falker2@comcast.net
Prerequisite: 52:533:365. This course examines the growth of teams as an effective management tool. Students will participate in and observe team interaction, process, dynamics, and developmental stages. Students will practice interpersonal skills necessary to foster cohesion and effective team performance. Topics include cohesion and conformity, groupthink, status, norms and assumptions, motivation, goal setting, communication, collaboration and cmpetition, resistance, conflict resolution, performance monitoring, leadership, team building techniques, and the linkage of teams across the globe.

Human Resource Management Internship (Cr.3)
52:533:497:Sec.C1:84097
5/27-7/22 Time by arrangement
Haro
Email: jharo@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: Cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 and permission of internship director. A structured practical program conducted by a business in cooperation with the School of Business-Camden.

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HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Condominium and Vacation Ownership (Cr.3)
52:537:312:Sec.A6:82648 ACCC
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,Th 5:30pm-9:10pm
Staff
Email: rpandit@camden.rutgers.edu
Note: off-campus course in Atlantic Cape Community College, Worthington Center in Atlantic City. Note special schedule. Focuses on the hospitality aspects of the condominium resort and vacation ownership industry. Specifically concentrates on how non-traditional lodging operations within the industry differ from traditional lodging operations such as hotels, casino hotels, convention centers, and motels.

Leadership and Quality Management (Cr.3)
52:537:317:Sec.D6:84098 ACCC
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,Th 5:30pm-9:10pm
Staff
Email: rpandit@camden.rutgers.edu
Note: Off-campus course in Atlantic Cape Community College, Worthington Center in Atlantic City. Note special schedule. The course will focus on and explore areas such as: Why traditional management theories do not fit today’s hospitality industry; How a company’s service strategy relates to guests’ perceptions of value and critical moments of truth; and Why team-building is a high priority for many hospitality organizations. Students will also learn how to improve their leadership abilities and develop an understanding of employee empowerment. Practical information will prepare them to put quality management tools into action to enhance service and boost business. They will further explore and learn about managing organizational change and develop an understanding of cultural change while utilizing the case study approach.

Security and Loss Prevention (Cr.3)
52:537:405:Sec.J6:82649 ACCC
7/21-8/12 M,Tu,Th 5:30pm-9:10pm
Staff
Email: rpandit@camden.rutgers.edu
COURSE CANCELLED 7/1/08.

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MANAGEMENT

Organization Behavior (Cr.3)
52:620:303:Sec.A2:80787 BSB 134
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Urban
Email: nabru@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: 50:830:135 or 101 and 50:920:207 or 50:830:235 or 50:830:335. An examination of the human dynamics in organizations, focusing on individuals and small groups in organizational settings. Concentrates on communications, leadership, control systems, organization structures, and the thinking of leading organization theorists.

Operations Management (Cr.3)
52:620:312:Sec.D6:81445 BSB 106
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Vitt
Email: dpvitt@camden.rutgers.edu

52:620:312:Sec.J2:82650 BSB 116
7/21-8/13 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Scarborough, J.
Email: scarboro@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: 52:620:321. A study of the methods used to solve problems typically confronted in the management of production facilities and office services. Topics include the location and layout of facilities and operations, methods analysis and work measurement, materials handling, production control, inventory control, quality control, office automation, budgeting, and decision making.

Management Science I (Cr.3)
52:620:321:Sec.A6:80521 BSB 106
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Torres
Email: daria_torres@comcast.net

52:620:321:Sec.D2:84101 BSB 134
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Scarborough, J.
Email: scarboro@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: 50:640:103 or 50:640:121 and 50:960:284 or 52:620:216. Applications of quantitative models drawn from operations research and basic mathematics as applied to simple and multiple criteria decision problems in organizations.

Multinational Business (Cr.3)
52:620:369:Sec.D6:82924 BSB 118
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Swift
Email: timswift@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 52:620:303. The theoretical and practical aspects of a firm operating in an international environment, problems and risks that may be encountered, and various bases for profitable operations.

Independent Study in Management in France (Cr.3)
52:620:421:Sec.A1:84631
6/6-6/15 Time by arrangement
Mascarenhas
Email: mascaren@camden.rutgers.edu
Note special schedule. This course is an international trip to France. Additional costs, including flight, room and board will be incurred above the tuition cost for the course. By permission of instructor only. Introduction to the concepts, framework and issues of global business and how they influence management decisions: multinational firms, international trade, and the cultural, political, institutional, social and economic environment of the global marketplace. The program highlight is a 10-day study trip (June 6-June 15) to France, where we visit businesses and government institutions to learn more about management and marketing practices in this region. The course is open to MBA and undergraduate business students. Students will earn their choice of three marketing or management credits. In addition to tuition, the cost of the trip will be approximately $1,950. Students must also have valid passport. Please contact the instructor for additional details.

Management Internship (Cr.3)
52:620:497:Sec.C1:81686
5/27-7/22 Time by arrangement
Haro
Email: jharo@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: Cumulative grade-point average of 3.0; permission of internship director. A structured practical program conducted by a business in cooperation with the School of Business-Camden.

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ECOMMERCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Management Information Systems (Cr.3)
52:623:334:Sec.A6:81678 BSB 335
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Hurewitz
Email: hurewitz@camden.rutgers.edu

52:623:334:Sec.J2:82651 BSB 336
7/21-8/13 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Hurewitz
Email: hurewitz@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 50:198:110 or 52:135:201. The design and implementation of information systems in organizations and on the web. Topics include ecommerce, ERP, DSS, telecommunications, group support systems, and wireless computing. Organizational implications, ethics and privacy issues of information technology, and related computer applications.

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MARKETING

Principles of Marketing (Cr.3)
52:630:201:Sec.A6:81890 CS 109
5/27-6/19 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Fore
Email: gcfore@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: 50:220:102 or 105, 50:960:183 or 283. An introduction to the activities involving the exchange of goods, services, and ideas for the satisfaction of human wants. Marketing examined as it relates to the other functions of the organization, to consumers, and to society.

International Marketing (Cr.3)
52:630:371:Sec.J6:81891 BSB 134
7/21-8/12 M,Tu,Th 6:00pm-9:40pm
Maradonna
Email: maradonn@rutgers.edu
Prerequisite: 52:630:201. The identification of similarities and differences in marketing systems across nations. Emphasis on cultural, legal, political, and ethical issues affecting marketing strategies. A critical analysis of adaptation and standardization decisions regarding the marketing mix, especially as they are affected by level of economic development.

Special Topics in Marketing: Advertising Copywriting (Cr.3)
52:630:491:Sec.D2:82652 BSB 118
6/23-7/17 M,Tu,W,Th 10:50am-1:30pm
Kornblau
Email: adwiz@hotmail.com
COURSE CANCELLED 6/09/08.

Independent Study in Management in France (Cr.3)
52:630:421:Sec.A1:84630
6/6-6/15 Time by arrangement
Morrin
Email: mmorrin@camden.rutgers.edu
Note special schedule. This course is an international trip to France. Additional costs, including flight, room and board will be incurred above the tuition cost for the course. By permission of instructor only. Introduction to the concepts, framework and issues of global business and how they influence management decisions: multinational firms, international trade, and the cultural, political, institutional, social and economic environment of the global marketplace. The program highlight is a 10-day study trip (June 6-June 15) to France, where we visit businesses and government institutions to learn more about management and marketing practices in this region. The course is open to MBA and undergraduate business students. Students will earn their choice of three marketing or management credits. In addition to tuition, the cost of the trip will be approximately $1,950. Students must also have valid passport. Please contact the instructor for additional details.

Marketing Internship (Cr.3)
52:630:497:Sec.C1:81687
5/27-7/22 Time by arrangement
Haro
Email: jharo@camden.rutgers.edu
Prerequisites: Cumulative grade-point average of 3.0; permission of internship director. Completion of an approved internship in a marketing organization. Arrangements for the internship must be agreed upon by the sponsoring organization before the beginning of the term. Students should consult the director of advising for detailed instructions before registering for this course.

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