content
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(MS)

1013 Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: MTC 1033 and IS 1403.
A survey of basic statistical techniques for business and economics. As part of the business core, the course focuses on the applications of primary statistical concepts in a business-oriented environment. Various statistical and mathematical techniques will be presented to assist in solving problems encountered by corporate managers. Topics include but are not limited to descriptive statistics, discrete and continuous probability functions, sampling, experimental design, interval estimation, hypothesis testing, test of independence, and regression analysis. (Formerly GBA 1013 and STA 1063. Credit cannot be earned for both MS 1013 and GBA 1013 or STA 1063.)

3033 Management Science and Production Management
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: MTC 1033 and MS 1013.
An introductory course in management science and production operations management. This course emphasizes model building as a foundation for rational decision making and problem solving. Techniques such as linear programming, forecasting, decision theory, inventory models, project management, and simulation are covered. Computer software is used to apply these techniques in the analysis of a wide variety of decision problems. (Formerly MGT 3033. Credit cannot be earned for both MS 3033 and MGT 3033.)

3063 Decision Support Systems
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
A study of the modern computer hardware and software currently used in managerial and personal/professional decision processes. Topics include expert systems, artificial intelligence, and communication networks. Emphasis is given to the concept of decision support systems and to hands-on experience using techniques and microcomputer tools to build systems that can support decision processes. (Formerly MGT 3063. Credit cannot be earned for both MS 3063 and MGT 3063.)

3313 Statistical Applications in Business
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Emphasizes application of statistics in problem solving situations involving management, marketing, human resources, finance, and operations management. Useful techniques include analysis of variance, simple and multiple regression, chi-square distribution, nonparametric tests, times series and forecasting, and quality control. Students use computer software such as SPSS or SAS in their analyses. (Formerly MGT 3313. Credit cannot be earned for both MS 3313 and MGT 3313.)

3403 Logistics Management
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
The study of logistic functions of business involved in the movement and storage of supplies, work-in-progress, and finished goods. The trade-off between cost and service and the purchase and supply of raw materials; the warehousing and control of inventory; industrial packaging; materials handling within warehouses; and the distribution of finished goods to customers required to minimize costs, maximize profits or increase customer service levels. The concept, value, and current progress of supply chain management, and the logistics management in the (Internet) electronic commerce era will also be addressed.

3413 Purchasing and Inventory Management
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Explores the industrial purchasing cycle for materials acquisition and management. Determination of requirements, supplier qualifications, appraisals, source selection, buying practices, value analysis, policies, ethics, and international purchasing. Inventory control concepts, techniques, and strategies for effective integration with basic finance, marketing, and manufacturing objectives. Models for dependent and independent demand inventory systems. Material requirements planning systems, distribution requirements, planning techniques, and classical reorder point inventory models.

4323 Simulation Applications in Business
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003.
A study of the techniques for modeling and analysis of business processes using computer simulation and animation. Selected example applications from supply chain management, financial, marketing, and operations functions. Emphasis on the use of computer simulation in support of the management decision process. (Formerly MGT 4323. Credit cannot be earned for both MS 4323 and MGT 4323.)

4333 Project Management
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003.
Practical examination of how projects are managed from start to finish including specific emphasis on planning and controlling to avoid common pitfalls and managing risk. Design, establishment, and execution of project management plans and procurement processes. Identifying needs, defining requirements, integrated cost and schedule control, scheduling, resource allocations, and configuration management.

4343 Production/Operations Management
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003.
A study of the production and operations management function in business. Review of the methods required for design, operation, and improvement of the systems that create products or services. Traditional topics in manufacturing and service organizations are investigated including an introduction to supply chain management concepts. (Formerly MGT 4343. Credit cannot be earned for both MS 4343 and MGT 4343.)

4353 Service Operations Management
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003.
The operations methods, practices, and tools required for managing service industries. Emphasis of decision analysis and actions is focused on the customer. The role of services in society, information technologies, and the uniqueness of service delivery systems are stressed.

4363 Quality Management and Control
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003.
Investigates the fundamental nature of quality and its implications for business. Topics include statistical methods for quality improvement in manufacturing and service operations. Emphasis given to both the technical and managerial issues in understanding and implementing quality as a component for success in today's global business environment. (Formerly MGT 4363. Credit cannot be earned for both MS 4363 and MGT 4363.)

4373 Applied Computer Modeling in Logistics
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003. This course is the study of current computer tools available to the execution, planning, and strategy decisions in logistics and transportation management. Individual software modules related to communications (EDI & Internet), demand management and forecasting, master production scheduling, DRP, MRP & MRP II, inventory policy decisions, supply chain network and facility locations, warehouse storage and material handling, transportation rating and costing, vehicle routing and scheduling are the core subjects of discussions. When available, an integrated software approach such as supply chain management (SCM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) by SAP, Oracle or I2 will be adopted. The goal of the course is to prepare the students to be capable of making effective logistics decisions recognizing the rise of e-commerce and integrated corporate information systems.

4383 Applied Forecasting in Operations
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003.
Introduces modern and practical methods for operations planning and decision making. Short-term forecasting of demand, personnel requirements, costs and revenues, raw material needs, and desired inventory levels. Technological and environmental forecasting. Monitoring: automatic procedures such as tracking signals and judgmental procedures such as decomposition methods.

4543 Supply Chain Management
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003.
Principles, techniques and practices of supply chain management. The focus is on the coordination and information management that integrates supplier selection, purchasing, transportation, inventory and warehousing, production and distribution from procurement of raw material to customer satisfaction. Decision models and techniques in facility location, production, inventory, and transportation are presented. Currently available software will be surveyed and cases of successful implementations will be analyzed.

4583 Current Technology: Issues for Business
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003.
Survey of state-of-the-art technology in today's organizations from a sociotechnical perspective. Topics include manufacturing systems, expert systems, artificial intelligence, office automation, and microcomputer systems and networks. Emphasis is on examining the social dimensions and effects of technologies and on exploring future trends and consequences. (Formerly MGT 4583. Credit cannot be earned for both MS 4583 and MGT 4583.)

4913 Independent Study in Management Science
3 hours credit. Prerequisites: MGT 3003 and permission in writing from the instructor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College of Business. See the College of Business Undergraduate Advising Center for required forms and additional requirements.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor's degree.

4933 Internship in Management Science
3 hours credit. Prerequisites: MGT 3003, 2.5 grade point average, and permission in writing from the instructor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College of Business. See the College of Business Undergraduate Advising Center for required forms and additional requirements.
Supervised full- or part-time work experience in management science. Offers opportunities for applying management science in private businesses or public agencies. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours will apply to a bachelor's degree.

4953 Special Studies in Management Science
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: MGT 3003 and consent of instructor.
An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when the topics vary.

4993 Honors Thesis
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: MGT 3003. Enrollment limited to students applying for Honors in Management Science and Statistics (see page 78).
Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once for credit with advisor's approval.

text size– | + | R |