Graduate Courses & Schedules
Last updated: 1/9/2013
ACC 500 - FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
This introduction to financial accounting provides both a theoretical foundation and an opportunity to apply accounting logic in increasingly complex situations. The accounting model and information processing cycle are developed. The content of the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows are studied in detail and analyzed.
Section: 201 ID: 24223 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Morrissey, Thomas Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1102
Section: 202 ID: 24224 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: McCarthy, Mark A Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1106
Section: 240 ID: 24227 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Ahern Jr, John T Location: OnLine
ACC 535 - ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS
Today's business person requires a fundamental knowledge of computer-based information systems and their role in accounting functions and financial decision-making. This course will enable the student to interface with accounting systems, and to participate in their design and audit. It will focus on the nature and flows of accounting information in organizations, security and internal controls and the use of information technology in accounting information systems and decision-making.
Section: 201 ID: 25398 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Aguirre-Urreta, Miguel I. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1006
Section: 240 ID: 24231 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Aguirre-Urreta, Miguel I. Location: OnLine
ACC 541 - FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING THEORY & PRACTICE I
Intermediate theory and preparation of financial statements; review of accounting concepts and development of accounting models; methods and problems in valuation and reporting; with emphasis on current assets and liabilities, property, plant and equipment, and intangibles, review of relevant authoritative literature.
Section: 201 ID: 24242 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Vadbunker, William Joseph Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8002
Section: 215 ID: 24241 Day: TU TH Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Instructor: Du, Ning Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 412
ACC 542 - COST AND MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING I
Introduction to cost and managerial concepts and techniques. Topics include cost accumulation (job, process, standard costing, and activity-based costing), cost behavior, breakeven analysis, budgeting, contribution approach to income measurement, joint and by-product costing, cost allocation methods, and their relevance for decision-making.
Section: 201 ID: 24243 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Veeneman, James J Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 5902
Section: 202 ID: 26495 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Veeneman, James J Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 805
ACC 543 - FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING THEORY & PRACTICE II
Continuation of intermediate theory and financial statement preparation with emphasis on the components of stockholder's equity; special problems such as earnings per share, accounting changes, income taxes, derivatives, and statement of cash flows; review of relevant authoritative literature and interpretation of financial statements. NOTE: This is a M.S.A. course
Section: 201 ID: 24246 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Recchia, Frank Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8208
Section: 202 ID: 24247 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Hug, John A. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1103
Section: 240 ID: 24248 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Ahern Jr, John T Location: OnLine
ACC 545 - ADVANCED TOPICS IN ACCOUNTING THEORY
This course is designed to provide comprehensive coverage of the following: consolidations, partnership accounting, foreign operations and not-for-profit accounting. Coverage of the topics emphasizes both theory and practice. Mastery of the material is obtained through problem-solving situations. NOTE: This is a M.S.A. or M.ACC course.
Section: 201 ID: 24249 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Murphy, Elizabeth A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7601
ACC 547 - AUDIT AND REGULATION OF CORPORATE FINANCIAL REPORTING
This course covers the theory of the auditing function. Topics covered include generally accepted auditing standards; the profession's ethical and legal dimensions; audit planning; the internal control structure; audit evidence; and auditor's reports. The development of the professional judgment needed to apply generally accepted auditing standards is emphasized. NOTE: This is a M.S.A. course.
Section: 201 ID: 24256 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Marback, Michael D Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 607
Section: 240 ID: 24257 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Shelton, Sandra W Location: OnLine
ACC 548 - TAX TREATMENT OF INDIVIDUALS AND PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
This course provides detailed coverage of the federal income tax treatment of individual taxpayers. It includes coverage of inclusions, exclusions, deductions, credits, rates of taxation, special tax computations and the tax aspects of property transactions. It also includes tax research. This course is a prerequisite for students in the M.S.T. program not having the equivalent undergraduate coursework in taxation. NOTE: This is a M.S.A. or M.ACC course.
Section: 201 ID: 24261 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Ryan, Robert Joseph Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1010
ACC 550 - ADVANCED TOPICS IN AUDITING (CROSS-LISTED AS ACC 620)
Advanced Topics in Auditing, a companion and sequel to Accounting 547, emphasizes the implementation and application of generally accepted auditing standards to transaction cycles and classes of transactions. It includes the study of sampling techniques used in tests of controls and tests of details, internal control in computer-based systems, and introduces the use of Computer Assisted Audit Tools and Techniques. The role of internal auditors is also covered. NOTE: This is a M.S.A. course.
Section: 201 ID: 24262 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Doyle, Edward M Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 806
ACC 551 - TAX TREATMENT OF CORPORATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS
This course covers the federal income tax treatment of corporations and partnerships. It includes ethics in tax practice and an exposure to estate and gift taxation. This course is a prerequisite for students in the M.S.T. program not having the equivalent undergraduate coursework in taxation. NOTE: This is a M.S.A. or M.ACC course.
Section: 201 ID: 24271 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Roberts, David J Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8208
Section: 202 ID: 24272 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Roberts, David J Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8208
ACC 552 - LEGAL AND ETHICAL ENVIRONMENT OF ACCOUNTING PRACTICE
This course covers the aspects of the legal environment of special concern to accounting practitioners, including: the ethical standards of accounting practice, legal liability of accountants, contract law, property law, tort law, commercial paper, the laws of agency, sales laws, banking, agency, partnerships, corporations, trusts and wills, suretyships, secured transactions, bankruptcy, employment law, securities regulation, antitrust, and public regulation and disclosure laws. NOTE: This course is a M.S.A. course.
Section: 201 ID: 24276 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Marutzky, Eileen M Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1010
Section: 240 ID: 24277 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Marutzky, Eileen M Location: OnLine
ACC 555 - MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION-MAKING
This course addresses the financial, nonfinancial & ethical dimensions of decision- making. It provides students with a conceptual understanding of cost management and managerial accounting skills. Topics include cost behavior, cost-volume-profit analysis, cost systems, budgeting and control and decision-making. Emphasis is on the interpretation & use of accounting information rather than its creation & accumulation.
Section: 201 ID: 24278 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Chomiak, Phillip A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7601
Section: 202 ID: 24279 Day: WE Time: 6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Morrissey, Thomas Location: Naperville Campus, NAPERVILLE 101
Section: 240 ID: 24281 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Pope, Kelly Richmond Location: OnLine
ACC 559 - TOPICS IN INDIVIDUAL AND CORPORATE TAXATION
This course deals with a variety of topics which are important in tax practice, such a alternative minimum tax, passive losses, interest limitations, the at-risk rules, hobby losses, use of a home, net operating losses. Depreciation and capital recovery including related credits, unearned income of a minor child, uniform capitalization rules and time value of money concepts. NOTE: This is a M.S.T. course.
Section: 201 ID: 24343 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Dexter, William Alexander Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6302
ACC 562 - CONSOLIDATED RETURNS
This course deals with the principles and mechanics of tax consolidations including eligibility, intercompany transactions, inventory adjustments, basis of property, net operating losses, earnings and profits and separate return limitations. NOTE: This is a M.S.T. course.
Section: 240 ID: 24344 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Marcuson, Ronald D Location: OnLine
ACC 565 - TAX ACCOUNTING, PERIODS, AND METHODS
This course deals with federal income tax planning as to determination of the proper periods for reporting income and deductions, overall methods of tax accounting and special elections available to taxpayers. Topics include the installment method, accounting method changes, accrual method, cash method, FIFO, LIFO and accounting periods. NOTE: This is a M.S.T. course.
Section: 201 ID: 24345 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Kilinskis, Robert A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6302
ACC 567 - INTERNATIONAL ASPECTS OF U.S. TAXATION
This course covers the federal income taxation of United States persons investing or doing business outside the United States and nonresident aliens and foreign corporations having nexus with the United States. Topics covered include, among others, the foreign tax credit, Subpart F income, controlled foreign corporations, sourcing rules and expatriate taxation. NOTE: This is a M.S.T. course.
Section: 201 ID: 24347 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: O'Connell, Frank J Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8011
ACC 569 - CONCEPTS OF DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The nature, purpose and operation of the various forms of deferred compensation are examined and evaluated: employee pension; profit sharing and stock bonus plans, stock options; executive compensation plans; retirement plans for self-employed individuals; other plans. NOTE: This is a M.S.T. course.
Section: 201 ID: 24348 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Minich, Dennis A. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1213
ACC 576 - FEDERAL TAX VALUATION
Fair market value is referenced hundreds of times in the Internal Revenue Code, and many more times in the Regulations. In the initial part of this course the procedures and methods applicable to tax valuation are reviewed to heighten practitioner awareness of the range of potential valuation outcomes, and the reasons therefore. Tax cases are used extensively to achieve this objective. In the second part of the course presentations and discussions address more specific topics such as built-in gains, determination of carryover of net operating losses, valuation aspects of charitable giving, conservation easements, ESOPs, family limited partnerships, reasonable compensation. S-corporations, special use properties, and transfer pricing.
Section: 201 ID: 24349 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Warmus, Mary Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6306
ACC 640 - ACCOUNTING THEORY AND POLICY FORMULATION
A study of the process by which accounting policies are formulated. The students are asked to make critical evaluations of basic issues such as income determination and current issues such as FASB agenda items in light of their theoretical, empirical, practical and political aspects. Students are expected to demonstrate an ability to use the accounting research literature. Students should plan to take this capstone course at the end of their degree program. NOTE: This is a M.S.A. and a M.ACC course.
Section: 201 ID: 24282 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Hepp, John Arthur Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7602
ACC 645 - FORENSIC AND INVESTIGATIVE ACCOUNTING
This course focuses on skills used to investigate accounting-based fraud. Skills include fraud detection, analysis of financial statements both business and personal, and interpersonal skills such as interviewing, reading people and team buildling. The course gives hand-on experience and a case-based setting.
Section: 201 ID: 24284 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Durtschi, Cindy Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7601
ACC 690 - GRADUATE INTERNSHIP
Technical knowledge acquired in the classroom is applied in an actual business environment through varied assignments under supervision in industry, government or public accounting. Offered variably.
Section: 201 ID: 24283 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Ahern Jr, John T Location: Loop Campus
ACC 798 - SPECIAL TOPICS
Content and format of this course are variable. An in-depth study of current issues in accountancy. Subject matter will be indicated in class schedule. Offered variably.
Section: 215 ID: 25562 Day: TU TH Time: 11:50 AM - 1:20 PM
Instructor: Stevens, Kevin T Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6302
ECO 508 - RESEARCH METHODS FOR POLICY ANALYSIS II
This course focuses on advanced techniques used to statistically analyze economic data. We will focus on both theoretical understanding (why do we use such tools and how do they work) and applied understanding (the ability to carry on a research project using these tools). Topics to be covered include the analysis of time series and panel data, discrete choice models, simultaneous equations, forecasting and experimental methods. Students will learn statistical Stata commands that apply to the advanced topics covered.
Section: 201 ID: 25629 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Stoler, Avraham Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 1326
ECO 509 - BUSINESS CONDITIONS ANALYSIS
This course teaches students how to use available economic data to assess business conditions. This is done by: (1) evaluating the sources and usefulness of data periodically released by government and private sources and (2) developing a macroeconomic framework that the student can use to analyze business conditions. Completion of this course will allow students to understand economic news and relate it to their business or job.
Section: 201 ID: 25630 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Lee, Jin Man Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1312
Section: 202 ID: 25631 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Ziolkowska, Irena U. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1103
Section: 203 ID: 25632 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Fargo, Liliana Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 301
ECO 515 - MICROECONOMICS OF MARKET ORGANIZATION
Imperfectly competitive markets are more common than perfectly competitive markets. This course is about the effects of imperfectly competitive market structure on the organization, pricing, product choice, and entry of firms. We will study the acquisition and use of market power, strategic competition across firms, private sector sources of market failure, and the role of governent competition policy. Factor markets will also be discussed.
Section: 201 ID: 25633 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Tenorio, Rafael A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7200
ECO 516 - ECONOMICS OF THE PUBLIC SECTOR I
Application of microeconomic analysis to the role of government in society. The theoretical foundation for the design of an efficient and equitable tax and expenditure program is presented and the impact of such a program on the economy is explored through general equilibrium analysis. Students must have a solid foundation in basic calculus.
Section: 201 ID: 25634 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Bucci, Gabriella Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6301
ECO 517 - THE PUBLIC POLICY, BUSINESS, AND ETHICAL ENVIRONMENT OF GOVERNMENT
Businesses are becoming more involved in deal making both in the public and private sector. Individuals now sit on the boards of public and private companies and are being asked to provide business analysis and networking skills. Moreover, many firms have established PACS and have set-up governmental practice sections. These firms are also becoming more dependent on the government for business opportunities and are more involved in fundraising on behalf of public officials in order to gain access and to influence the regulatory and legislative process. In fact many business people have raised money for both political parties with the hope of leveraging their contributions for future work or political appointments.
Section: 201 ID: 25635 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Kallen, Robert S Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6301
ECO 555 - ECONOMICS FOR DECISION-MAKING
This course provides students with an opportunity to apply microeconomic principles to managerial decision-making. These principles include those underlying the theories of consumer choice, production and cost as they relate to decisions made by firms and households. Specific topics include consumer demand analysis and estimation; elasticity; production theory; cost structure and estimation; profit maximization; and the effect of market structure on pricing, output and profit.
Section: 201 ID: 25636 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Rosenstein, Norman Leslie Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8207
Section: 202 ID: 25637 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Stoler, Avraham Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 104
Section: 203 ID: 25638 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Rosenstein, Norman Leslie Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 104
Section: 204 ID: 25639 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Cloud, Darnell Louis Location: Naperville Campus, NAPERVILLE 226
ECO 798 - SPECIAL TOPICS
Content and format of this course are variable. An in-depth study of current issues in economics. Subject matter will be indicated in class schedule.
Section: 201 ID: 25641 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Tenorio, Rafael A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8010
Section: 240 ID: 26263 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Kallen, Robert S Location: OnLine
Section: 241 ID: 26264 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Kallen, Robert S Location: OnLine
ECO 799 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Available to graduate students of demonstrated capability for intensive independent work in economics.
Section: 202 ID: 26912 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Stoler, Avraham Location: Loop Campus
FIN 501 - ETHICS IN FINANCIAL MARKETS
This seminar course will examine both ethical issues and conflicts of interest that face financial decision makers in today's business world. The class will feature case studies and guest speakers as the key teaching tools, supplemented by short lectures and student simulations/exercises. Each class period will be devoted to a different contest in which to consider topical isssues. We will look at and discuss ethical issues facing financial services companies, corporates (both public and private), as well as not for profits. We will examine these issues, where applicable and relevant, from multiple perspectives: Board of Directors, Executive Management, Shareholders, Regulators, Suppliers and Customers, Competitors, Employees and Communities. Some of the discussion will purposefully consider the additional realities of differing culture and values in the international context.
Section: 201 ID: 23758 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Cadwallader, Elizabeth E Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 5901
Section: 202 ID: 23759 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Wegener, Mark A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6308B
FIN 513 - MONEY AND CAPITAL MARKETS
This course analyzes interest rates, foreign exchange rates, federal funds futures market, the operation and regulation of financial institutions, and the impact of Central Bank actions on securities markets and the economy. The educational objective of the course is to provide graduate business students with the opportunity to acquire a thorough understanding of the theoretical and applied concepts that determine the operations of the money and capital markets. When you finish this course you will be able to demonstrate how the release of economic news about the real sector and the conduct of monetary policy influence the pricing of assets (interest rates and foreign exchange rates); measure and evaluate the impact of central bank actions on securities markets and the economy; understand the importance of having an independent central bank for macroeconomic performance; measure and evaluate the price volatility of interest-bearing securities; and understand how central bank monetary and regulatory actions can affect the stability and soundness of financial institutions. This course is designed to achieve maximum student involvement in order to add the greatest amount of value to their graduate educational experience. The emphasis will be on developing a toolkit to solve problems that financial analysts and other researchers encounter in security markets and financial institutions. We desire to become proficient in certain financial market concepts, analytical frameworks, data analysis, and various techniques in the field of financial economics. Accordingly, the course is structured to include extensive reading, several written statistical assignments, and class discussions that are based on the readings. These written assignments have three objectives: to make sure that the reading material has been absorbed in full measure; to serve as the foundation for class discussions; and, to provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of the substantive class material and the ability to apply this material in ?real world? situations.
Prerequisite: FIN 555
Section: 201 ID: 23768 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Brewer Iii, Elijah Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 607
FIN 523 - INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
This course provides an introduction to capital markets and financial instruments and emphasizes on security valuation. It is not a course on personal investing. The course builds on Fin 555 and covers relevant aspects of fixed-income markets, asset pricing, portfolio management, equity markets, and derivatives markets. The course provides background material for both Fin 662 (Derivatives Valuation) and Fin 675 (Cases in Investments and Financial Engineering).
Prerequisite: FIN 555
Section: 201 ID: 23769 Day: TH Time: 1:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Instructor: Deshmukh, Sanjay Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8209
Section: 202 ID: 23770 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Deshmukh, Sanjay Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8010
Section: 209 ID: 23835 Day: SA Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Instructor: Deshmukh, Sanjay Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 306
Section: 240 ID: 23771 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Vu, Joseph D Location: OnLine
FIN 524 - FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS
This course provides an introduction to financial statement analysis from a global perspective by focusing on the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The emphasis is on the use of company financial reports to evaluate the historical, present, and prospective performance and financial soundness of a company for the purpose of financial decision-making.
Prerequisite: FIN 555
Section: 201 ID: 23776 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Codina, Ramon Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8002
Section: 202 ID: 23777 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Codina, Ramon Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8010
Section: 203 ID: 23778 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Hollingsworth, Barry R Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 309
FIN 525 - PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
This course covers topics and techniques appropriate for institutional portfolio management. The course does not examine personal investment or personal portfolio management. The topics, the readings, and the level of coverage are designed to be at the level of the portfolio management coverage in all the three levels of the CFA program.
Prerequisite: FIN 523
Section: 201 ID: 23779 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Mosevich, Jack W Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8002
FIN 526 - ADVANCED TOPICS IN INVESTMENTS
This course provides an understanding of several topics that are important to successful completion of the CFA examination. The course will focus on equity valuation including valuation of closely held companies, real estate valuation, venture capital, behavioral finance, hedge funds, distressed debt, commodity futures, and benchmarks. The course will proceed from simple valuation models to those used to value assets wherein daily mark-to-market accounting is not available (e.g., real estate, venture capital, etc.).
Prerequisite: FIN 523
Section: 201 ID: 23780 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Lonis, Larry A Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 103
FIN 528 - ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS
Alternative investments are the fastest growing sector of the financial industry, and probably the least understood, including by many market professionals. Although the range of sophistication in people associated with alternative investments varies, it is more and more common to use them in investment strategies, either as direct investments, through funds of funds or structured products. The purpose of this course is to give students a good understanding and workable knowledge of the techniques that should be part of the toolkit of anyone investing in, analyzing and/or advising private and institutional clients on the inclusion of alternative investments in their portfolios. Because this course is geared for students wishing to pursue careers in Wealth Management or related fields, it will largely be taught from a practitioner's point of view. Throughout the course we will pay special attention to capital market trends as they relate to the various investment vehicles we discuss. We will also turn our attention to corporate governance issues as they pertain to alternative investment strategies.
Section: 201 ID: 23781 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Goodfriend, Jaimi E. Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8010
FIN 530 - REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT AND FINANCE
Analysis of real estate investment opportunities and the characteristics that distinguish them from other assets. Emphasis is upon forecasting cash flows and estimating risk. Case analysis is an integral part of the course technique.
PREREQUISITE(S): FIN 555
Section: 201 ID: 26496 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Wurtzebach, Charles H. Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6308B
FIN 551 - PROBLEMS IN CORPORATE FINANCIAL POLICY
This course enables the student to apply the basic principles of corporate finance learnt in Fin 555 and in Fin 553 to problems in corporate finance with the complexities encountered in practice. Through cases and discussion of topical issues, the course provides the student with an opportunity to analyze practical financial situations and problems. The course requires the student to be familiar with fundamental concepts such as valuation methods (WACC, Free Cash Flow and Capital Cash Flow, APV, Trading and Transaction Multiples), portfolio selection, CAPM, and analysis of capital structure. The course emphasis is sufficiently general so as to be of interest to a wide cross-section of students. At its most fundamental level, the course attempts to improve problem-solving skills that relate to problem definition, gathering and organizing the relevant information, developing feasible alternative courses of action, evaluating alternative choices, and recommending and defending the best course of action. In addition to analyzing specific problems or issues, the course will consider how these issues relate to the strategic objectives of the firm and examine the ?big picture? assumptions that are used in the numerical calculations.
Prerequisite: FIN 555. Recommended Strongly : FIN 553
Section: 201 ID: 23785 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Liberti, Jose Maria Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8203
FIN 553 - ADVANCED CORPORATE FINANCE
This course builds on Fin 555 and focuses on fundamental themes in corporate finance. Topics covered include the analysis of capital investments, valuation methods, cost of capital, real options, agency costs, corporate governance, payout policy, equity issues, hybrid forms of financing, and mergers and acquisitions. The main theme of the course is on valuation and the overall focus is on enhancing enterprise value. The course also uses several case studies to illustrate the application of finance theory to practical problems.
Prerequisite: FIN 555
Section: 201 ID: 23786 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Carroll, Thomas M Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1004
Section: 202 ID: 23787 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Howe, Keith M Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1004
FIN 555 - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
This course provides an introduction to concepts and techniques required to analyze and implement optimal financial decisions by firms and serves as the core course in the corporate finance sequence. The course focuses on the effect of time and uncertainty on investment and financing decisions. It develops a framework for corporate financial decision-making. Topics covered include basic discounting techniques, stock and bond valuation, capital budgeting, portfolio theory, asset pricing, and capital structure. The course uses several case studies to illustrate the application of finance theory to practical problems.
Prerequisite: GSB 420, ACC 500, ECO 555
Section: 201 ID: 23790 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Deli, Daniel N. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1004
Section: 202 ID: 23791 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Johnson, Bjorn Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8203
Section: 203 ID: 23794 Day: TH Time: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Instructor: Johnson, Bjorn Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8203
Section: 204 ID: 23795 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Carroll, Thomas M Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 309
FIN 558 - MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
The course provides an overview of common corporate restructuring strategies and the economic motives for undertaking them. Topics covered include mergers, acquisitions, friendly and hostile takeovers, financial re-capitalization, leveraged buyouts, management buyouts, going private, convertible securities, tracking-stock, spin-offs, split-ups, carve-outs and reorganization under bankruptcy, liquidation, and out-of-court restructuring. The course integrates corporate governance and agency dimensions, financial and strategic management aspects, and legal and accounting considerations into a unified framework. This framework is then used to investigate issues such as pre-merger planning, fact-finding, accounting and tax implications, anti-trust problems, post-merger integration, and the short-term and long-term shareholder wealth consequences of financial and organizational restructuring transactions. The course examines transactions that significantly affect a corporation?s assets, liabilities, and/or equity claims. Transactions will be examined from the perspectives of both the corporation (e.g. CFO and CEO) and the capital markets (e.g. investors). Common ''arbitrage'' trading strategies involving corporate transactions will also be discussed.
Prerequisite: FIN 555 and FIN 551 or FIN 553. A basic understanding of financial options and pricing is recommended.
Section: 201 ID: 23796 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Liberti, Jose Maria Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8207
Section: 202 ID: 23797 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Liberti, Jose Maria Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8203
FIN 559 - SUSTAINABLE VALUE CREATION
This course is designed to introduce the concept of sustainability to the process of value creation. The role of financial management has traditionally been defined as one of value maximization. A complex set of questions arises, however, as to whether such maximization is to be undertaken 'unconstrained' and from the perspective of the shareholders alone. For example, should the interests of others, including those of the customers, employees, society at large, the government, the environment, be regarded as constraints to such an endeavor? Some of the recent contributions to the field suggest that most assumptions of the traditionalists (those arguing that the only purpose of the firm is to serve the shareholders and maximize their wealth) do not hold in 'the real world.' Therefore, they conclude that it is necessary that all relevant interests be recognized and taken into account. However, the unanswered question is: 'how does one do this'? This course is designed to pave the way toward the answers to this question. Our goal therefore, is to develop the theoretical relationship that exists between finance and sustainability, and to explore the practical issues associated with its implementation. In plain language, we will learn how to make a business case for making investments in sustainable and socially responsible projects. More ambitiously, our objective will be to develop a framework for the evaluation of all long-term benefits and costs associated with a project.
Section: 201 ID: 23798 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Fatemi, Ali M Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6305
FIN 562 - RISK MANAGEMENT
This course examines risk management from a broad enterprise perspective by focusing on the various risks faced by a firm. The course covers various methods that can be used to minimize risk and its effect on firm value.
Prerequisite: FIN 555
Section: 202 ID: 23801 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Nyhoff, John E. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1312
FIN 582 - THE PSYCHOLOGY OF FINANCIAL MARKETS
This course examines the structure and dynamics of asset prices in world financial markets from the perspectives of research in behavioral finance, portfolio management, and macroeconomic policy. Some prior learning in finance (preferably investments), economics and statistics, and a broad interest in the social sciences (psychology; sociology; history) are required. The course has use for investors and their advisors, as well as for anyone interested in financial history. Class discussions are based on academic research and accepted wisdom.
Prerequisite: At least one graduate level finance course.
Section: 201 ID: 23802 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: DeBondt, Werner Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 602
FIN 617 - QUANTITATIVE METHODS
This course provides the student with a comprehensive introduction to the mathematics of finance. The course will focus on applying mathematical concepts, quantitative tools, and modeling techniques to practical problems encountered in finance.
Prerequisite: GSB 420, ACC 500, ECO 555, FIN 555
Section: 201 ID: 23803 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Elliott, Robert C. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 103
FIN 675 - CASES IN INVESTMENTS AND FINANCIAL ENGINEERING
This course primarily uses case studies to illustrate the application of concepts learned in Fin 523 (Investment Analysis) and in Fin 662 (Derivatives Valuation). The topics covered in the course include the term structure of interest rates; portfolio management, asset pricing, and market efficiency; portfolio performance evaluation; option pricing; management of interest-rate risk, credit risk, foreign-exchange risk, and liquidity and basis risk with options, forwards, futures, and swaps; and enterprise risk management. The course will hone the student?s analytical and writing skills through group analyses of case studies and preparation of (case) write-ups.
Prerequisite: FIN 523, FIN 617, and FIN 662
Section: 201 ID: 23806 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Luft, Carl F Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 5700
FIN 798 - SPECIAL TOPICS
Content and format of this course are variable. In-depth study of current issues in finance. Subject matter will be indicated in class schedule. Offered variably.
Section: 202 ID: 23808 Day: FR Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Instructor: Goodfriend, Jaimi E. Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 5700
Section: 203 ID: 23809 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Goodfriend, Jaimi E. Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8205
Section: 204 ID: 23817 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Gunlicks, William L. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1103
Section: 205 ID: 23818 Day: FR SA Time: 1:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Instructor: Peterson, James R. Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8205
GSB 420 - APPLIED QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS
This course provides a comprehensive review of some basic mathematical and statistical methods and stresses their practical applications in business and economics. The course will equip the student with the quantitative skills required in the MBA program and will also provide a good foundation for addressing typical problems that arise in business. Additionally, the skills acquired in the course will also help the student prepare for the quantitative sections of professional exams, such as the CFA, the CPA and the CMA exams.
This course will stress learning through applications/problem-solving using Excel and/or Minitab software for data analyses. However, the course must be analytical and theoretical to the extent that is necessary to develop a correct understanding of the topics presented. The topics covered in the course include relevant mathematical concepts: use of relevant functions and solving equations in unknowns, elementary calculus and graphing functions. It also focuses on relevant statistical concepts: probability theory, hypothesis testing, regression analysis and forecasting.
Section: 201 ID: 25642 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Ciecka, James E Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1512
Section: 202 ID: 25643 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Ciecka, James E Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1512
Section: 203 ID: 25644 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Biner, Burhan Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 806
Section: 240 ID: 25645 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Choi, Jin W Location: OnLine
GSB 599 - STRATEGIC ANALYSIS FOR COMPETING GLOBALLY
This capstone course views the impact of contemporary issues on corporate strategy. Competitive, cultural, social and ethical issues are examined within the context of a global business environment. The course content emphasizes identifying strategic alternatives, developing corporate and business strategies, and understanding the role of functional activities and organizational processes from a strategic viewpoint. The process of the course involves team interaction, problem-solving, group decision-making, written reports and oral presentations.
Section: 201 ID: 25665 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Belohlav, James A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7301
Section: 203 ID: 25667 Day: FR SA Time: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Plaschka, Gerhard R Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 805
Section: 240 ID: 25907 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Thompson, Kenneth R Location: OnLine
HSP 503 - ADVANCED HOSPITALITY LEADERSHIP AND PERFORMANCE
The goal of this course is to examine advanced hospitallity leadership practices within the various industry segments. Leadership principles and hospitality management approaches will be examined through the lens of financial and human capital performance. Topics include: critical decision-making, hospitality team dynamics and service performance, financial feasibility in operational delivery, brand and marketplace competency, ethics and values.
Section: 201 ID: 25729 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Thomas, Nicholas Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 408
HSP 561 - REVENUE MANAGEMENT
This course explores revenue management within the hospitality industry from a comprehensive perspective as it pertains to the importance of generating business revenues and contributions to the overall service-firm financial performance. The evolution of revenue management principles and practices within the hospitality sector has advanced in both sophistication and complexity, increasing the need for enhanced development of human capital, investments in data analytics, and systems integrated approaches to successful revenue generation. Topics include: Data mining and predictive analytics, inventory and price management, consumer behavior, social media and e-commerce, and demand based forecasting. Simulation software is used in this course to apply the principles of revenue management to practical situations.
Section: 201 ID: 25739 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Maier, Thomas Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1515
IB 750 - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SEMINAR I
Off-campus seminar, usually one to three weeks, providing exposure to international business cultures. IB 755 is a corequisite for this class.
Section: 201 ID: 26469 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Larrea, Luis A Location: Study Abroad
Section: 202 ID: 26470 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Jiang, Bin Location: Study Abroad
Section: 203 ID: 26471 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Markley, Melissa J. Location: Study Abroad
Section: 204 ID: 26472 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Baran, Roger J Location: Study Abroad
MGT 500 - MANAGING FOR EFFECTIVE AND ETHICAL ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
Students will critically examine ethical and creative methods to solve problems related to managing individuals and teams. Students utilize feedback from a developmental assessment center assessing their managerial and interpersonal skills. Personal development plans are created and skills developed throughout the course. Skill development domains include perception, attribution, motivation, learning leadership, communication, team development, managing change and conflict, decision-making, power and politics and business ethics.
Section: 201 ID: 25669 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Dohrn, Stephanie L. Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1010
Section: 202 ID: 25670 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Weber, Fredric Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1209
Section: 203 ID: 25671 Day: WE Time: 6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Dohrn, Stephanie L. Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 308
Section: 204 ID: 25672 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Naquin, Charles Evans Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 5902
Section: 240 ID: 25673 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Nelson, Erin L Location: OnLine
MGT 501 - STRATEGIC SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
This course examines how operations related strategic decisions can lead to improved market and competitive performance. We view the supply chain (of products or services) from a strategic point of view. The design of an expedient logistics system is critically linked to the key decisions and objectives of a responsive and efficient supply chain (forecasting, aggregate planning, inventory management, matching supply with demand, transportation, location and information). We cover those topics with cases. spreadsheets and simulations to illustrate and help understand how logistical decisions impact the performance of the firm as well as the entire supply chain. Offered once a year.
Section: 201 ID: 25820 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Reinhardt, Gilles Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 607
MGT 502 - OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
At its core, business is about providing a superior product or service. This course analyzes the processes used to deliver products in the marketplace. World class firms have demonstrated that effective operations management can be a potent competitive weapon. This course addresses the key operations and logistical issues in service and manufacturing operations, which have strategic as well as tactical implications. Both quantitative and qualitative techniques and principles used by leading organizations are examined. Offered every quarter.
Section: 201 ID: 25823 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Landuyt, Gayle A Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 602
Section: 202 ID: 25824 Day: TH Time: 6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Sharma, Maneesh K Location: Naperville Campus, NAPERVILLE 203
Section: 215 ID: 25825 Day: TU Time: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Instructor: Landuyt, Gayle A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8203
MGT 508 - QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Organizations seeking to improve their customer satisfaction, operating efficiency, and profitability frequently turn to quality management initiatives--including; Total Quality Management, Business Process Reengineering, Six Sigma. and ISO Quality Standards. The lessons learned through the success and failure of these programs provide valuable insights to managers seeking to achieve performance excellence within their own organizations. The course relies on the Malcolm Baldridge National Quality Award framework and case analysis to explore successful quality management initiatives. Offered twice a year.
Section: 210 ID: 25742 Day: SA Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Thompson, Kenneth R Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 309
MGT 524 - LEADERSHIP IN SPORTS: LESSONS FOR COACHING IN THE WORKPLACE
A framework of leadership and coaching is utilized to critically examine the effectiveness of several sports' coaches and their leadership/coaching styles, as they motivate players to achieve their maximum level of performance. Lessons from leading sports' coaches are then applied to the workplace, where managers motivate employees to perform to their potential. The course also highlights the importance of unique situations in both the sports and workplace arenas. Major topics to be covered include roles of coaches and players, skills of coaching, coaching teams, and ''flow'' in sports and organizations.
Section: 201 ID: 25737 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Posig, Margaret Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 806
MGT 525 - TRAINING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT
An intensive study of personnel training and development in contemporary organizations. Emphasis is placed upon the identification of training needs, program design, choice of training methods, and evaluation of results. Classroom activities focus on application with students designing and presenting training seminars. Offered once a year.
Section: 201 ID: 25736 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Dierdorff, Eric C Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8204
MGT 535 - CHANGE MANAGEMENT
This course is targeted towards external and internal consultants, as well as managers and other change agents within organizations. Change Management fosters improved competency in the skills necessary during all phases of the change process - from diagnosis, to interventions, through evaluation. Organizational change issues are critically examined, and case studies, exercises, and assessments are utilized, to better understand change from organizational, group, and individual levels. Change models serve as frameworks that emphasize the importance of interactive consultative processes. A major organizational change project is required of all students. Offered twice a year.
Section: 241 ID: 25738 Day: TH Time: 6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Posig, Margaret Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 308
MGT 555 - STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
This course will help students understand how the management of people is influenced by the social, ethical and legal environment; by diversity in the work place; by the organizational culture; and by the business strategy. Students will learn how to effectively perform the following HR activities: selecting employees, developing people, evaluations and rewarding performance, and motivating employees. Offered every quarter.
Section: 201 ID: 25730 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Jedlicka, William Joseph Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8206
Section: 202 ID: 25731 Day: TU Time: 6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Dohrn, Stephanie L. Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 309
Section: 203 ID: 25732 Day: TU Time: 6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Koys, Daniel J Location: Naperville Campus, NAPERVILLE 212
Section: 204 ID: 25733 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Dierdorff, Eric C Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8002
Section: 205 ID: 25734 Day: SA Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Instructor: Jedlicka, William Joseph Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8203
MGT 563 - NEGOTIATION SKILLS
The nontraditional course relies predominantly upon experiential learning to enhance students' ability to get what they want through negotiation. It is a skill-building course designed to help each individual student become persuasive, both personally and professionally. The course makes use of lecture, class discussion, various stress negotiation assignments and a major bargaining exercise. It builds upon failures as well as successes, enabling students to identify their own individual negotiations style. Students completing the course will have developed the ability to compete successfully in future negotiation situations at all levels and to refine the tools and techniques they learned during the quarter. Offered three times a year.
Section: 201 ID: 25680 Day: SA Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Instructor: Perkovich, Robert Location: Naperville Campus, NAPERVILLE 210
MGT 564 - STREETS OF CHICAGO: HEALTH SECTOR MANAGEMENT
This graduate level course will equip management, marketing, finance, and accounting students with the knowledge necessary to apply their specific expertise into one of the fastest growing sectors of the global economy. Upon completing this course, students will be exposed to not only the latest theories, techniques, and best practices but also some of the key players in Chicago's health insurance, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, hospital, and group practice industries.
Section: 201 ID: 25682 Day: MO Time: 4:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Instructor: Martin, William Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 406
MGT 565 - EMPLOYMENT LAW
The purpose of the course is to identify how a supervisor or firm owner is legally regulated in connection with the management of her or his workforce, as well as the management implications of the regulation. In this way, the student will learn of the legal ramifications of human resource management decisions. Topics which will be addressed include discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, disability and national origin, sexual harassment, drug and other forms of testing, regulation of hiring and firing decisions, privacy rights and regulation of off-work conduct. Class activities may also focus on understanding bias and prejudice in managerial decision-making. PREREQUISITE(S): MGT 555
Section: 201 ID: 25686 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Perkovich, Robert Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1209
MGT 570 - ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND NEW VENTURE MANAGEMENT
The focus of the course is on new venture initiation and the preparation of a business plan that can be used to generate financing and to begin operations in a new business enterprise. It examines the critical factors involved in the conception, initiation and development of new business ventures. Topics covered include the identification of characteristics of prospective entrepreneurs, identifying innovations, market potential analysis for new products or services, acquiring seed capital, obtaining venture capital for growth or purchase of an existing business and organization and operation of the new business. Each student is required to develop a business plan which will be presented to the class. Students wishing to start, develop, acquire, sell or merge a business are encouraged to do so. Offered three times a year.
Section: 201 ID: 25687 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Welsch, Harold P Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 412
MGT 573 - CREATIVITY & INNOVATION IN BUSINESS
This course explores the nature and role of creativity in organizations. Theories and modes of creative thinking, and the link between creativity and innovation are presented. The course format is largely experiential, with emphasis on group and individual exercises, techniques, simulations and cases, through which students will investigate the creative process in a variety of organizational settings. The role of managers and team members in nurturing and sustaining a creative enterprise is discussed. The course is designed to open students to the creativity within themselves and organizations, and to the tools with which creativity can be managed to promote innovation and enhance organizational effectiveness as well as satisfaction and quality of work life. Offered four times a year.
Section: 201 ID: 25688 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Gundry, Lisa K Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7301
MGT 589 - COACHING FOR LEADERSHIP, PERSONAL SUCCESS & PEAK PERFORMANCE
Developing executive coaching competencies for ''managers as coach''is the keynote of this course. Grounded in positive psychology and the science of human flourishing, participants will identify and apply strengths based interventions to promote organizational effectiveness, career success and life fulfillment. Students will learn and deploy the GROW model of coaching, motivational interviewing, solution focused coaching, mindfulness, and goal focused approaches to help people achieve change. Participants will also enhance their own ability to create presence, build trust, manage self awareness, listen, ask powerful questions, design actions and manage accountability. Working from a place of purpose and intention course participants will harness competitive advantage, explore finding flow, managing stress, maintaining optimism, and creating balance in work, health and family.
Section: 201 ID: 25695 Day: SA Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Instructor: Drehmer, David E Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8205
MGT 590 - MANAGEMENT OF INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGE
The ability to manage technological innovation has become an increasingly essential requirement for business people regardless of functional specialty. The objective of this course is to explore ways to create environments that are conducive to technological innovation. Throughout the course students examine practices, models, and approaches that established, as well as new, organizations employ to promote innovative practice, technological change, and new technologies. The following topics will be covered: the innovation process, managing technical people, the impact of organizational design on innovation, knowledge management, cross function teams and exploiting new technologies. Students will research new technologies and discuss potential business applications and issues associated with those technologies. Offered once a year.
Section: 201 ID: 25696 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Simpson, Sondra Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8204
MGT 793 - MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP
This is a unique opportunity in which interns gain and develop managerial skills, providing a link to mastering the dynamics of running a business. This hands-on experience allows the intern to apply his or her skill/wisdom to the work place and provides invaluable knowledge that is crucial for future advancement. While building an impressive resume for further job opportunities, the intern will be immersed in a stimulating environment with a pool of established resources. In addition, networking opportunities avail themselves to build future relationships.
Section: 201 ID: 20947 Day: n/a Time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Instructor: LaVan, Helen N Location: Loop Campus
MGT 798 - SPECIAL TOPICS
Content and format of this course are variable. An in-depth study of current issues in management.
Section: 201 ID: 25675 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Chadha, Raman Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7305
Section: 202 ID: 25676 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Thornton, Michele Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8011
Section: 203 ID: 25677 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Altay, Nezih Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8206
Section: 204 ID: 25678 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Rubin, Robert Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8211
MGT 799 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Available to graduate students of demonstrated capability for intensive independent work in management.
Section: 205 ID: 26860 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Martin, William Location: Loop Campus
MIS 555 - MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
This course focuses on the management and use of information technology (IT). As the use of IT in society grows, particularly in business, our graduates are likely to become responsible for managing some technology resources and to participate in IT planning and development projects as founders, sponsors, team members, managers of development or end-user developers. Students should become effective users and evaluators of information, IT, and information services. The course explores a number of IT-related topics such as the strategic role of IT, IT planning and architecture, building the telecommunication highway system, management issues in systems development, the expanding universe of computing, group support systems, intelligent systems, electronic document management, and managing the human side of systems.
Section: 201 ID: 24327 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Gatto, Joseph Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 412
Section: 202 ID: 24328 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Dekleva, Sasha M Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8206
Section: 203 ID: 24329 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Burns, Daniel R Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8208
Section: 204 ID: 24330 Day: SA Time: 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Instructor: Knoerzer, Geoffrey M Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 308
Section: 240 ID: 24339 Day: n/a Time: n/a
Instructor: Dekleva, Sasha M Location: OnLine
MIS 673 - DATA MANAGEMENT
Data has been recognized as an important corporate resource and databases have evolved into a central component of business information systems. Topics include semantic data modeling using entity-relationship and object models; data structuring with normalization; relational database design, implementation and manipulation with SQL (Structured query language); and some evolving technologies such as data warehousing, on-line analytical processing, object-oriented databases, and data visualization. Hands-on exercises include the use of a relational database system with SQL and data modeling CASE (computer-aided software engineering) tools.
Section: 201 ID: 24340 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Rosenberg, Paul J Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1212
MIS 674 - SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
The focus of this course is on the early phases of information systems development starting with requirements analysis and specification. Alternative systems development methodologies including conventional structured approaches are reviewed but the emphasis is on distributed processing together with object-oriented analysis and design, rapid application development and prototyping, the use of CASE (computer aided software engineering) tools and GUI (graphical user interface) design with event-driven computing.
Section: 201 ID: 24341 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Lurye, Renata Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8011
MIS 683 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY AND ARCHITECTURE
This course addresses the fundamental aspects of developing an information technology (IT) strategic plan and the enabling IT architecture to support enterprise business processes. Students explore the importance of strategic alignment of business and technology as well as the contribution IT has on the value chain. Students will be able to more effectively use and manage IT from an enterprise view and from an architectural perspective. The course includes lectures, practical case discussions and current events in the industry. It also explores how IT can be leveraged to improve shareholder value, customer satisfaction and the competitive position of the firm. This is intended to be an advanced level managerial course for practitioners who have ambitions to be a senior IT executive, management consultant or a technical analyst.
Section: 201 ID: 24342 Day: SA Time: 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Instructor: Jha, Alok Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8210
MKT 525 - MARKETING RESEARCH I
Required for Marketing concentration. This course provides an overview of the nature of marketing research and its role in decision-making with the organization. Specifically the students will concentrate their efforts on understanding the process of research design and implementation. Offered every quarter.
Section: 201 ID: 21271 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Baran, Roger J Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1102
MKT 529 - PRECISION MARKETING
Geodemographic systems such as Claritas and Spectra combine publicly available demographic data with commercial databases and mapping software. These tools, which are use by most Fortune 1000 consumer firms, enable marketers to pinpoint target markets and create effective strategies for a variety of marketing activities. Course topics include the stregnths and weaknesses of different approaches, identification of a geodemographic target market, and the use of geodemographic data for advertising and promotion, retail site selection, cross-selling opportunities, and other strategic decisions. Offered winter quarter.
Section: 201 ID: 21272 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Fogel, Suzanne L Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 105
MKT 530 - CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Students are introduced to a new strategy methodology, CRM, which is currently being adopted by many organizations in efforts to enhance their competitive advantage. Focus is placed on understanding how an enhanced customer relationship environment can differentiate an organization in a highly competitive marketplace. Both the business and consumer markets are examined in multiple vertical markets. New technology demonstrations and their impact will be discussed. Guest speakers provide current best-practice methods. Topics included: Case analysis and projects make up the course assignments.
Section: 240 ID: 21273 Day: n/a Time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Instructor: Galka, Robert J Location: OnLine
MKT 535 - MARKETING STRATEGIES AND PLANNING
The basic elements of planning including the identification of the company's basic purpose and mission and their translation into specific objectives. Strategies to accomplish objectives are fused from marketing, financial, and manufacturing elements but emphasizing marketing elements. This course focuses on the contribution of marketing to the establishment of company policies, objectives, and marketing planning.
Section: 202 ID: 21275 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Lall, Roger K Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8205
MKT 542 - BRAND CULTURE
Brands are complex socio-cultural entities. They occupy a unique position in modern culture and consumers are increasingly playing a more prominent role in the legacies of brands. Despite these realities, the complex relationship between brands, consumers and culture has typically been ignored. This seminar class will explore the culture of brands, focusing on what consumers do with and to brands instead of what brands do to consumers. Readings will come from a variety of perspectives, including both practitioner and academic sources. Topics covered will include: Sociological aspects of consumers and their brands, brands and status systems, brand and consumption communities, and consumer created marketing content. This class is designed to give you an advantage in being the best brand manager. It will stress critical thinking, creativity, synthesis and application of the newest insights concerning brands. Students will emerge with a better understanding of how to engage in the practice of cultural branding.
Section: 201 ID: 21278 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Muniz, Albert M Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8209
MKT 545 - CONSUMER BEHAVIOR
Required for Marketing concentration. A review of the various theories, models, and techniques that attempt to explain consumer behavior. The course consists of lecture-discussions of behavioral theories, the empirical findings of contemporary research, and case studies designed to illustrate the salient issues involved in developing consumer-oriented marketing strategies.
Section: 201 ID: 24514 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Noriega, Jaime Luynes Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1312
Section: 202 ID: 21279 Day: MO Time: 6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
Instructor: Chadraba, Peter G Location: O'Hare Campus, O'HARE 304
MKT 550 - BUSINESS TO BUSINESS MARKETING
The marketing of business goods and services to other businesses (B:B) is more significant in our economy than consumer marketing and is the key to the continued success and productivity of the U.S. economy. In this course, the principles and practices of interindustry marketing will be explored by case analysis. The factors which must be considered before establishing marketing programs manufacturers, service industries and exporters will be examined. Examples will be drawn from varied industries, including equipment, electronics, computer systems, health care and others. New product introduction, distribution, and other marketing strategies will be emphasized.
Section: 201 ID: 24515 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Rocco, Richard Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1217
MKT 555 - DECISIONS IN MARKETING MANAGEMENT
Students are provided with an overview of the marketing process for consumer-oriented firms. Focus is placed on decision-making that aligns a firm's market offerings with the wants and needs of targeted segments of customers within a continuously changing environment. Written cases/projects are part of the course assignment.
Section: 201 ID: 21280 Day: TH Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Baran, Roger J Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 602
Section: 202 ID: 21281 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Lall, Roger K Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8204
Section: 203 ID: 21282 Day: WE Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Gallan, Andrew S Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 5902
Section: 240 ID: 21285 Day: n/a Time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Instructor: Galka, Robert J Location: OnLine
MKT 576 - EFFECTIVE BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
This course is designed to expand the participant's communication skills through application of the principles of communication science and the psychology of persuasion in a contemporary business setting. Personal ethics and credibility are explored as important components of effective communication, both as individual's and as team members. Students are shown how to develop successful communication and message packaging strategies useful in a variety of communication venus including memos, meetings, briefings, interviews and individual and team presentations. Oral presentations and written communication techniques are explored including use of visuals, computer graphics, and layout techniques. The mechanisms of Speech Apprehension (stage fright) are presented as well as techniques for management and reduction of this common, debilitating phenomenon. Personal ethics and credibility are explored as important components of effective communication.
Section: 201 ID: 21286 Day: MO Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Whalen, D Joel Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 8211
MKT 578 - SALES STRATEGY & TECHNOLOGY
Students taking this course will be provided with a comprehensive understanding of sales strategy and an appreciation of sales technology used today to optimally organize and deploy sales resources. At the heart of this course is an introduction to the principles of customer relationship marketing and customer acquisition programming. Students will learn via lecture, text, guest lectures, exposure to the latest technological tools and current case study. This course will benefit participants by providing a true perspective as to what role sales plays today and will play in the future of customer-centric organizations.
Section: 201 ID: 21287 Day: TU Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Instructor: Wolf, Gerard S. Location: Loop Campus, 14EJACKSON 1325
MKT 793 - MARKETING INTERNSHIP
Internships provide an opportunity to obtain valuable professional experience and contacts in many areas of marketing e.g. advertising agencies, manufacturing, services, public relations agencies, and communications. The Department's internship coordinator will work with each student to obtain placement, if needed. Student will work for and study the marketing operations of the organization. Marketing internship may be taken, with approval of the coordinator, any quarter.
Section: 201 ID: 21288 Day: n/a Time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Instructor: Kelly, J. S Location: Off Campus
MKT 798 - SPECIAL TOPICS
Content and format of this course is variable. An in-depth study of current issues in marketing.
Section: 201 ID: 21290 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Larrea, Luis A Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7301
Section: 202 ID: 24524 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Smith, Timothy James Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1002
Section: 204 ID: 26088 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Kelly, J. S Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 7301
RE 521 - LEGAL ISSUES IN REAL ESTATE
This course is designed to be a quarter long survey of real estate principles. The study of real estate law will be approached on both practical and theoretical levels, with an emphasis on the historical underpinnings of land law. This course does presume some familiarity with the basic principles of Contract law and, to a lesser degree, Tort law. Knowledge of the formational elements of Contract should precede consideration of remedies uniquely applicable to Real Property: Foreclosure, Specific Performance etc.. Familiarity with the method and form of decisional ('case') law is an important part of this course.
Section: 201 ID: 26053 Day: WE Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Aljinovic, Daniel A Location: Loop Campus, LEWIS 1104
RE 530 - REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT AND FINANCE
Analysis of real estate investment opportunities and the characteristics that distinguish them from other assets. Emphasis is upon forecasting cash flows and estimating risk. Case analysis is an integral part of the course technique.
Section: 201 ID: 26051 Day: MO Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Wurtzebach, Charles H. Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6308B
RE 533 - REAL ESTATE MARKET ANALYSIS AND VALUATION
Critical analysis of the appraisal process and its theoretical foundation. Market analysis techniques and valuation of income producing properties. Exploration of both basic and innovative approaches to value employing computer databases and information technology.
Section: 201 ID: 26056 Day: TH Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: n/a Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 5901
RE 570 - ADVANCED REAL ESTATE ANALYSIS WITH ARGUS
This course is designed to develop the vocabulary, concepts, and analytical skills necessary to make informed commercial real estate investment decisions at a very detailed level and will employ lectures, readings, and case work using the Argus software platform, as well as Co Star and Site To Do Business (STDB). The course is for the Argus beginner and intermediate user but is not for the advanced Argus user. Completion of RE 530 is a prerequisite. However, those who have not completed RE 530 but have sufficient analytical skills may be admitted to the class with the instructor's permission.
Please not that this course requires each student to have the use of and be able to bring to class each class night a Windows based laptop (or a MAC based laptop with a Windows emulator installed, as Argus only runs on Windows). Students will be required to purchase the Argus student software package for $100 and the SYDB student package for $20.
Section: 201 ID: 26052 Day: TU Time: 5:45 PM - 9:00 PM
Instructor: Bell, Stephen G Location: Loop Campus, DEPAUL CTR 6305