| 330 Decision Sciences: Statistical Techniques U 5 |
| | Examination of the use of statistical techniques in managerial decision-making processes; confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, simple and multiple regression, quality control. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: Cptr/Inf 200 and Stat 133 or equiv. |
| 331 Decision Sciences: Operations Research, Modeling and Applications U 4 |
| | Examination of the use of operations research models in managerial decision making processes: linear programming, decision analysis and simulation applications. Emphasis on formulation and interpretation of models; supported by spreadsheet based software. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2-2-hr cl. Prereq: Cptr/Inf 200 and Stat 133 or equiv. |
| 430 Foundations of Operations Management U 4 |
| | A survey of operations management for non-business students including discussion of operations management issues in both manufacturing and service organizations including management and purchasing. |
| | Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: Math 130, CS&E 100, and Econ 200 or equivs. Not open to students with credit for Bus-Mgt 630; or for students enrolled in the College of Business. Credit does not count toward the BSBA degree. |
| 493 Individual Studies U 1-10 |
| | Individual study projects in selected areas in management sciences. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: Written permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U. |
| 494 Group Studies U 1-10 |
| | Group study projects in selected areas in management sciences. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: Written permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 20 cr hrs. |
| 630 Introduction to Operations Management: Improving Competitiveness in Organizations U G 4 |
| | Key operating issues in service and manufacturing organizations that have strategic and tactical implications. Students participate in discussions relating current business events to operations management and case analysis. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2 2-hr cl. H630 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Prereq: Jr standing and Stat 133 or equiv. H630: Open only to students in the Honors Business Administration cohort Program. |
| 693 Individual Studies U G 1-6 |
| | Individual study projects in selected areas in management sciences. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: Written permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U. |
| 694 Group Studies |
| | Group study projects in selected areas in management sciences. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: Written permission of instructor. |
| | 694.31 Group Studies U G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| | 694.32 Group Studies U G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| | 694.33 Group Studies U G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| | 694.34 Group Studies U G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| | 694.35 Group Studies U G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| 731 Quality Management U G 4 |
| | Examines quality management topics such as statistical process control, process design, capability analysis, house of quality, performance measurement, Baldridge Quality Award, cost of quality, etc. |
| | Au, Wi Qtrs. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 330, 331, 630 and Bus Adm 499; or permission of instructor. |
| 732 Operations Planning and Control U G 4 |
| | An analysis of the planning and control of materials as they flow within an organization; topics include production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), capacity management, master production scheduling, and just-in-time techniques. |
| | Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 330, 331, 630 and Bus Adm 499, or permission of instructor. |
| 733 Information Systems in Operation Management U G 4 |
| | A study of the impact that information systems have on strategic and tactical decisions of operations managers; emphasis on applying decision support systems to problems faced by these managers. |
| | Sp Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 630 and a course in computer programming and Bus Adm 499, or permission of instructor. |
| 735 Purchasing and Materials Management U G 4 |
| | Explores the industrial-institutional purchasing cycle for operating supplies, raw materials components and capital equipment within the context of the materials management organization concept. |
| | Au Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 630 and Bus-M&L 650 and Bus Adm 499. |
| 736 Purchasing Strategy U G 4 |
| | Focus on the importance of developing an integrated purchasing management strategy which is consistent and congruent with the business firm's strategy. Purchasing is viewed as a competitive tool. |
| | Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 330, 331, 630 and Bus Adm 499. |
| 737 International Operations Management U G 4 |
| | This course focuses on managing manufacturing and service operations across national boundaries to provide an organization with a competitive advantage. |
| | Sp Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 630 and Bus Adm 499 or permission of instructor. |
| 739 Managing Process Improvement U G 4 |
| | Examines process reengineering and quality management for manufacturing and service organizations. Topics covered include process flow and waiting line analysis, quality by design, service/quality guarantees, team problem solving tools, Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award criteria and statistical process control. |
| | Wi, Sp Qtrs. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: 330, 331, 630 and Bus Adm 499, or permission of instructor. |
| H783 Honors Research U 1-5 |
| | Special topics research in management sciences; research evaluated through papers, thesis, and/or special examinations. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Arr. Prereq: Jr or sr standing in business, 3.40 CPHR, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. This course is Progress ("P") graded. |
| 801 Quantitative Methods in Business |
| | Derivation and application of analytical, mathematical, and statistical techniques to the solution of recurring management problems. |
| | 2 1.5-hr cl. Prereq: Stat 133 or equiv or permission of instructor. |
| | 801.01^ Business Data Modeling I G 4 |
| | | Introduction to quantitative management techniques for first year Masters in Labor and Human Resource candidates. |
| | | Au Qtr. 1 4-hr cl. Prereq: Grad standing in MLHR or permission of instructor. |
| 810 Six Sigma Principles G 4 |
| | Technical and managerial body of knowledge for Six Sigma management. |
| | Au Qtr. Prereq: MBA 850 and 870. |
| 811 Six Sigma Projects G 2-4 |
| | Course allows teams of students to apply Six Sigma Principles and Concepts. |
| | Au Qtr. Prereq or concur: 810. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs. This course is Progress ("P") graded. |
| 814 The Business of Health Care G 4 |
| | Focuses on the evolving and competitive issues facing the health care industry today. |
| | Sp Qtr. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Enrolled in MBA Program. |
| 820 Project Management G 4 |
| | Examines the management of complex projects and the tools that are available to assist managers with such projects. |
| | Au Qtr. 1 4-hr cl. Prereq: Students who enjoy applying a spreadsheet based on modeling approaches to business decisions. |
| 830 Service/Quality Management G 4 |
| | Study of the strategic and tactical issues concerning services in both service and manufacturing industries. Topics include service process re-engineering, performance measurement, service/quality, standards, and employee empowerment. |
| | Sp Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: MBA 850 or permission of instructor. |
| 832 Matching Supply with Demand G 4 |
| | Examination of major issues in planning and scheduling in an information systems context; production database, requirements planning, and scheduling processing; decision support systems in operations management and computerized manufacturing systems. |
| | Au Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. |
| 834 Strategic Design of Operations/Logistics Systems G 4 |
| | Managing systems of people and technology to create capabilities in operations. Emphasis is on new approaches to managing operations and logistics that promise strategic advantage. |
| | Wi Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: MBA 850 or 851, and 870; or permission of instructor. |
| 835 Operations Planning and Control for Supply Chain Management G 4 |
| | The major responsibilities of materials managers; including aggregate planning and master scheduling, inventory management, and scheduling; major issues and strategies including tactical purchasing methods, techniques for analysis, and Japanese manufacturing philosophies will be discussed. |
| | Au Qtr. 2 1.5-hr cl. Prereq: MBA 850 or 851, and 871; or permission of instructor. |
| 836 Customer Driven Manufacturing in the Global Market G 4 |
| | Development of effective linkages between the marketing and manufacturing functions in strategic planning for a business; application to case studies involving U.S. and overseas firms. |
| | Au Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Lecture, case discussion, projects. Prereq: 2nd yr standing in MBA or permission of instructor. |
| 837 Global Sourcing G 4 |
| | This course first investigates the "make-buy" decision. Then it studies the management of products and/or services "bought" with an international focus. |
| | Wi Qtr. Prereq: MBA 850. |
| 840 Lean Enterprise Leadership G 4 |
| | An attractive, high visibility course that provides students with academic context and practical skills on lean manufacturing and supply chain practices. |
| | Au Qtr. 1 4-hr cl. Prereq: Enrollment in the MBA program. This course is graded S/U. |
| 841 Lean Enterprise Leadership II G 2 |
| | An attractive, high visibility course that provides students with academic context and practical skills on lean manufacturing and supply chain practices. |
| | Au Qtr. 1 4-hr cl for 5 weeks. Prereq: 840. This course is graded S/U. |
| 855 Simulation, Risk Analysis, and Decision Making G 4 |
| | Focus on analyzing management decisions that involve uncertainty, risk, and complexity by using modeling tools. |
| | Sp Qtr. 2 2-hr cl. Prereq: Enrollment in MBA Program. |
| 893 Individual Studies G 1-6 |
| | Individual study projects in selected areas in management sciences. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: Written permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. This course is graded S/U. |
| 894 Group Studies |
| | Group study projects in selected areas in management sciences. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Prereq: Written permission of instructor. |
| | 894.01 Group Studies G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| | 894.02 Group Studies G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| | 894.03 Group Studies G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| | 894.04 Group Studies G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| | 894.05 Group Studies G 1-6 |
| | | Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. |
| 901 PhD Seminar in Decision Sciences I G 5 |
| | PhD seminar in Decision Sciences I. |
| | 1 5-hr cl. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. This class is required for students in Management Sciences PhD programs. Others need permission of instructor. |
| 902 PhD Seminar in Decision Sciences II G 5 |
| | PhD seminar in Decision Sciences II. |
| | Au Qtr. 1 5-hr cl. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs. This class is required for students in Management Sciences PhD programs. Others need permission of instructor. |
| 929 Current Research in Operations Management G 5 |
| | A series of weekly lectures and seminar discussions on current research topics in operations management. |
| | Au Qtr. 1 5-hr cl. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs. |
| 930 Special Topics in Operations Management G 5 |
| | A critical study of selected topics in operations management focusing on the status of research efforts to date; topics vary. |
| | Wi Qtr. 1 5-hr cl. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs. |
| 931 Seminar in Operations Management G 5 |
| | A critical review of the literature in the field of operations management; in odd-numbered years, the review covers the process design, location, and layout areas while the production planning and control topics are covered in even-numbered years. |
| | Sp Qtr. 1 5-hr cl. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 cr hrs. |
| 998 Research in Management Sciences: Thesis G 1-18 |
| | Research for thesis purposes only. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Repeatable. This course is graded S/U. |
| 999 Research in Management Sciences: Dissertation G 1-18 |
| | Research for dissertation purposes only. |
| | Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. Repeatable. This course is graded S/U. |