Real Estate

This course offers an overview of business fundamentals, functional areas of business, business careers and opportunities provided by the Sigmund Weis School of Business. The course enables students to assess their interest in business, and it prepares them for their subsequent business courses and careers. A project-based approach enables the integration of critical thinking, strategic analysis, teamwork and communication skills. The course culminates with team presentations of case analyses to invited business executives. Business majors only. Credit may not be received for both MGMT-196 and MGMT-138. 4SH. CC: First-Year Seminar.

Provides an introduction to the basic concepts and standards underlying financial accounting systems. Focuses on recording and communicating financial information for use by investors, creditors, regulators and other external uses. Covers theoretical and practical issues related to the accounting and reporting of assets, liabilities, owners’ equity, revenues, expenses, gains and losses. Basic financial ratios are introduced and interpreted. Prerequisites: School of Business major or sophomore standing. 4 SH.

Introduces aggregate economics. Emphasizes current issues such as unemployment, inflation, stagflation, monetary and fiscal policies and international economics. 4 SH. CC: Social Interactions.

A basic introduction to data analysis, descriptive statistics, probability, Bayes’ Theorem, distributions of random variables and topics in statistical inference. (Students may earn credit for only one of the introductory statistics courses offered by the departments of management, psychology or mathematics.) 4 SH. CC: Analytical Thought.

The legal environment as it relates to business. Considers essential elements of consumer protection law, employment law, environmental regulation, court procedures, torts, introduction to contracts, agency law and selected laws regarding corporations. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. 4 SH. CC: Ethics Intensive, Interdisciplinary.

Examines the theory and practice of corporate financial management. Topics include the financial environment, time value of money, bond and stock valuation, and the capital asset pricing model. Also covers analysis of financial statements, financial forecasting, capital budgeting, long-term financing decisions, the cost of capital, capital structure, dividend policy and working capital management. Prerequisites: an introductory statistics course (MATH-108, MATH-180, MGMT-202 or PSYC-123), ACCT-200, and either ECON-105 or both ECON-201 and ECON-202. 4 SH.

This course deals primarily with projects that collect and structure data as part of the preparation for data analysis and visualization. Major emphasis is placed on managing a data collection project and data structuring to provide the basis for algorithmic analysis. Students will study project management, data manipulation, data modeling and Structured Query Language. 4 SH.

This course focuses on identifying and clarifying individual values, skills, interests and personality type to develop suitable career objectives, placing emphasis on the connections between career preparation, academic choices and co-curricular activities. Students learn how to construct a resume and cover letter and how to conduct an employment search. Primary theories used to teach career planning and development include trait and factor, developmental, learning and socioeconomic theories. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. 2 SH.

This course examines the essentials of management: planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Within this structure, students will explore how managers deal with the turbulent environment of business and the increasing complexity brought on by globalization and technological innovation. 4 SH.

Provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts and commonly used tools in managerial accounting. Focuses on how to identify, measure, analyze and interpret accounting information from the manager’s perspective. Topics include traditional and emerging costing systems, cost behaviors, cost-volume-profit analysis, variance analysis, performance evaluation and management decision making. Prerequisites: ACCT-200. 4 SH.

This course introduces the principles and practices of real estate, with a focus on the economic, legal, and financial aspects of the industry. Topics include property rights, market analysis, real estate finance, investment analysis, and property management. Students in this class will complete the Urban Land Institute’s Foundation of Real Estate Certificate as part of the course. Prerequisites: FINC-340. 4 SH.

This course is designed to debt and equity secondary markets linked to real estate assets. Mortgage structure and mechanics in both residential and commercial markets will be examined, along with an evaluation of investment in property markets, mortgage-backed securities, and with REITs. The course places considerable emphasis on securitization, the housing finance system, the GSEs, the subprime mortgage crisis and related topics. The course will be relevant both to people with an interest in real estate and those interested in fixed income markets. Prerequisites: FINC-375. 4 SH.

The study of business activities planned and implemented to facilitate the exchange or transfer of products and services so that both parties benefit. Examines markets and segments, as well as product, price, promotion and channel variable decisions. Considers marketing in profit and nonprofit sectors and in the international setting. 4 SH.

This course provides an in-depth examination of the legal principles that govern real estate transactions. The course will cover the legal framework for property ownership, land use, financing, and leasing. Students will learn about the different types of legal instruments used in real estate transactions, including contracts, deeds, and mortgages. The course will also cover the regulatory environment for real estate, including zoning, differences in laws across states environmental law, and fair housing regulations. Pre-requisites: ACCT-210. 4 SH.

Real Estate

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This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the strategic decision-making processes in commercial real estate. It will cover factors that affect real estate investments, including market conditions, capital markets, government policies, and property-specific characteristics. Students will work in teams analyzing all aspects of a real estate and/or development opportunity and work in teams to assess the profitability of the venture. Prerequisites: FINC-375 and senior standing. 2 SH.

The capstone course for business seniors integrates much of the knowledge they gain from earlier courses. Uses a case method approach to solve problems facing top management. Emphasizes the global environment and strategic management decisions. Covers finance, management, marketing, technology, geography, leadership and other factors in both domestic and international cases. Heavy emphasis on the development of analytical skills and both written and oral communications skills. Prerequisites: senior standing and FINC-340, ACCT-330 and either MGMT-240 or MGMT-360. 4 SH. Capstone. CC: Writing Intensive.

Real Estate

Choose from a variety of elective courses within this program to customize your goals.

Real Estate

Choose from a variety of elective courses within this program to customize your goals.

This course provides a framework for understanding the technologies associated with algorithmic analysis and data presentation for business decision-making. Students will study analysis techniques that enable insights and patterns to be drawn from descriptive, predictive and prescriptive analytics. Student teams research and present tools that support these techniques, which are also investigated through individual research projects. Prerequisites: INFS-174. 4 SH. CC: Writing Intensive.

Real Estate

Choose from a variety of elective courses within this program to customize your goals.

Real Estate

Choose from a variety of elective courses within this program to customize your goals.