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2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS


 

Italian

  
  • ITL 201 - Advanced Composition and Conversation I


    A thorough review of finer points of grammatical structure. Development of oral expression in everyday Italian and attention to idiomatic expressions. Short literary and cultural readings.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereq: ITL 104. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 201L - Lab for Advanced Comp and Conv I


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. Consultation with dept required. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ITL 202 - Advanced Composition and Conversation II


    A thorough review of finer points of grammatical structure. Development of oral expression in everyday Italian and attention to idiomatic expressions. Short literary and cultural readings.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ABCR. Prereq: ITL*201. Additional course fee required.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 202L - Lab for Advanced Comp and Conv II


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. Consultation with dept required. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ITL 203 - Urban Culture of Italy


    Focused study of representative Italian cities, and their urban history, (such as Venice, Florence, Rome, Naples, Palermo), with emphasis on local architecture, monuments, urban commerce, holidays.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 204 - Italian Culture Through Cinematography


    Discussion of Italian films showing their close link to Italian literary, social snd political trends to show the most significant changes occurring in Italian society since the postwar period. Class time is spent viewing film sequences, discussing films and critics’ views and trying to come to reasonable conclusions. There are introductory lectures to the films. A short history of Italian political development will be studied for a better understanding and appreciation of the movies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ABRT. There are no prerequisites for this course and it is taught in English with separate lectures in Italian for all Italian majors. All films are subtitled. You are taught what you need to know about film structure before the main part of the course begins.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 205 - Italian Conversation: Patterns of Communication I


    Introduction to variety of conversational patterns designed to develop oral proficiency; centered on topics of general interest such as work and the family, private and public life, political and moral problems, education, religion, hobbies and the media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereq: ITL 101, ITL 102 or department approval.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 206 - Italian Conversation: Patterns of Communication II


    Introduction to variety of conversational patterns designed to develop oral proficiency; centered on topics of general interest such as work and the family, private and public life, political and moral problems, education, religion, hobbies and the media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    -

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 303 - Italian Literature of the 19th Century


    Survey of selected authors to the beginning of Verismo including works of Foscolo, Manzoni, Leopardi, Verga, Carducci, d’Annunzio, and Pascoli.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereq: ITL 202.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 304 - Masterpieces of Italian Literature of The 20th Century


    Survey of selected authors from Verismo to contemporary times including works of Verga, Deledda, Moravia, Pirandello, Vittorini, Ginzburg, Ungaretti and Montale.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereq: ITL 202.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 305 - Dante’s la Divina Commedia I


    Study of one of the world’s greatest masterpieces; the archetypal medieval journey through the afterworld. Major emphasis given to selected cantos of the Inferno, Purgatorio and Paradiso.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 306 - Dante’s la Divina Commedia II


    Study of one of the world’s greatest masterpieces; the archetypal medieval journey through the afterworld. Major emphasis given to selected cantos of the Inferno, Purgatorio and Paradiso.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 307 - Commercial Italian I


    An advanced language and area studies course, specializing in the terminology of business, economic structures, import-export trade, reports and business correspondence.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 309 - Translation, Interpretation, Business and Language Specialization in Italian


    This new course will comprise several new components from translation and interpreting to business and language specialization.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: A Prereq: 2 years of Italian. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 310 - Special Topics in Italian Studies


    Course studies a major 20th century author analyzing his/her literary perspectives individually and in the context of the major currents of 20th century Italian literature. Possible topics: Modern Immigration Italy: Interpretive Voices in Literature and Media Discourse; Writings of Gina Lagorio: Novelist, Essayist and Stateswoman; Narration of Sicily Through the Works of Pirandello and Tornatore Contemporary Italy: Narrated Through Gianni Amelio?s Films; Women Voices in Literature and Film: Lagorio, Fallaci, Cardella, Mazzantini, Mazzucco and Loy; Selected Authors of 20th Century Italian Literature; Fascism and Literature in Films

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Special/Selected Topics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 312 - Advanced Grammar and Stylistics


    An advanced language and grammar course specializing in in-depth study of grammatical structures, stylistics and translations with extensive exercises in writing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 380 - PII Philosophy through Literature


    (Perspectives II) An investigation of literary treatments of philosophical themes with special attention to the relation between ‘form’ and ‘content’ in various approaches to philosophical problems. Readings from poets, philosophers, novelists and essayists.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: ITL*101 and any PI or P-EQ in Literature. Cross listed with PHL*380/ENGL*380.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 405 - Senior Seminar: 19th Century Views of Reality


    A study of the intellectual trends in 19th century Italy: Preromanticismo, Romanticismo, Verismo and Predecadentismo.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 406 - Senior Seminar: 20th Century Literary Trends


    A study of the intellectual trends in 20th century Italy: Decadentismo, Crepuscolarismo, Futurismo, Ermetismo and Neorealismo. Representative authors include d’Annunzio, Svevo, Pirandello, Moravia, Silone, Montale, Morante, Lagorio.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 457 - Curriculum Methodology Middle School And High School


    This course in Italian (grades 7-12) emphasizes assessment, New York State Learning Standards, curriculum, lesson planning, unit planning, strategies, methods, and materials. Focus includes differentiated instruction, interdisciplinary learning and collaborative models for teaching in an inclusive classroom.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    35 hours of fieldwork required. Experiential Learning course. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 479 - Student Teaching Middle School and High School


    Supervised Student Teaching experience in Italian provides experiences in both a middle, and high school classroom.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Need Adolescence Program Director and department approval Experiential Learning course. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 6
  
  • ITL 482 - Italian Internship


    A supervised placement in a language setting providing on-the-job experience appropriate to the student’s knowledge, skills and interest.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: C. Prereq: ITL 201 and 202. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 483 - Italian Internship


    A supervised placement in a language setting providing on-the-job experience appropriate to the student’s knowledge, skills and interest.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: C. Prereq: ITL 201 and 202. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 484 - Italian Internship


    A supervised placement in a language setting providing on-the-job experience appropriate to the student’s knowledge, skills and interest.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: C. Prereq: ITL 201 and 202. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 485 - Independent Study


    By invitation of the department. Special literary and linguistic problems under direction of a member of the language staff.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 486 - Independent Study


    By invitation of the department. Special literary and linguistic problems under direction of a member of the language staff.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ITL 499 - Italian Comprehensive


    Only S/U Grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    -

    Credits: 0

Japanese

  
  • JPN 101 - Elementary Japanese I


    Beginning-level work in the language. Practice in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Beginning training in the writing systems. Extensive use of audio and video materials. Introduction to modern Japanese culture.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. Consultation with dept required. Additional course fee required. Chair permission only. International Studies course. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • JPN 101L - Lab for Elementary Japanese I


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • JPN 102 - Elementary Japanese II


    Beginning-level work in the language. Practice in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Beginning training in the writing systems. Extensive use of audio and video materials. Introduction to modern Japanese culture.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. Prereq: JPN*101. Additional course fee required. International Studies course. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • JPN 102L - Lab for Elementary Japanese II


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • JPN 103 - Intermediate Japanese I


    Continuation of Japanese 102. Lecture and recitation to help the students acquire a practical command of modern Japanese. Keigo (polite language), a phone conversation, and business situation will be introduced.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BGR. Additional course fee required. International Studies course. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • JPN 103L - Lab for Intermediate Japanese I


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1
  
  • JPN 104 - Intermediate Japanese II


    Continuation of Japanese 102. Lecture and recitation to help the students acquire a practical command of modern Japanese. Keigo (polite language), a phone conversation, and business situations will be introduced.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BGR. Prereq: JPN*103. Additional course fee required. International Studies course. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • JPN 104L - Lab for Intermediate Japanese II


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BCR. This course requires lab attendance for a minimum of 3 hrs per week.

    Credits: 1

Liberal Studies (LST.F courses listed separately)

  
  • LST 209 - PII Introduction to Human Communication


    (Perspectives II course) This course explores several sub-fields within the communication discipline - interpersonal communication, group communication, intercultural communication, rhetoric, media studies, and cultural studies. Theories in the diverse sub-fields examine what we communicate, how we communicate, under what conditions we ideally communicate, and to what ends we communicate.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereqs: P-EQ Social Science, or COMM 201 or COMM 210, or COMM 255. Cross listed with COMM*209.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LST 217G - Accounting for Genocide: Religious Dilemmas and Ethical Questions


    (Global course) The impact of genocide upon issues of religion, spirituality, and ethics. Special emphasis on the impact of technology on genocide prevention and perpetration. Consideration of issues in education (curriculum development and civic engagement) as well as interfaith relations (social teachings and religious praxis). Explored through survivor testimony, theological writing, fiction, and film.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereqs: RES.Q 101.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LST 295 - Creativity and Innovation


    This course explores concepts, models, frameworks, history, and tools of creativity and innovation; explore innovation; and introduce the concepts of developing and leading a creative organization. These concepts and strategies are becoming the competitive advantage in organizations across the globe. Open to all students. Required for the entrepreneurship sequence.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Cross listed with MGT*295.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LST 301 - PII Language and Literacy Development


    (Perspectives II course) Literacy is more than the ability to read and write; it is a culturally-embedded practice imbued with social and political values that are highly contested. This course provides a broad foundation in language and literacy development grounded in socio-cultural, sociolinguistic, and socio-cognitive theories. Through story, research, and theoretical readings, students will explore how language practices are connected to identity, social and cultural influences, learning, technology, and academic disciplines.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BHMR. This course is required for Adolescence Certification; it is also recommended for juniors and seniors in Education, Community Youth Development, or related fields. Experiential Learning course. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • LST 304G - PII Global Asia


    (Perspectives II Global course) In a series of interconnected topical modules, Global Asia introduces students to the major countries within the region through the perspective of globalization. Specifically, by examining pop culture, economic history, and religion the course investigates how Asian countries uniquely participate in and are affected by the process of globalization.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereqs: P-EQ in Humanities or Social Science. International Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LST 312 - PII Memory, Writing and the Italian Holocaust


    (Perspectives II course) Course analyzes the publication of memory and fiction of authors of the years 1900-1950 concentrating on the study of the problem of the Jews the gypsies and other ethnic groups persecuted during the years of Nazism in Europe.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereq: P-EQ in History and Religious Studies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LST 375G - PII The Liberal Arts


    (Perspectives II course) In this course, students will be asked to think deeply about the value, meaning, and importance of the liberal arts to their education and within their own lives. They will explore modern conceptions of the liberal arts, the history of the liberal arts, and cross-cultural ideas about liberal learning.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: PHL.Q 101. Cross-listed with PHL*375G and MUS 375G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LST 400 - Interdisciplinary Minor in Ethics, Capstone Course


    This course provides the required capstone experience for the interdisciplinary minor in ethics. It is designed to: reinforce the student’s understanding of the major concepts and theories of ethics; give the opportunity for application of these concepts and theories to situations within the student’s area of concentration in the minor; and encourage integrative reflection on the program as a whole. The student prepares a portfolio of his or her work in the program as well as an original essay demonstrating the student’s mastery of the language of ethical analysis and ability to assess an ethical issue within his/her area of concentration.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: GHR.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LST 485 - Independent Study


    -

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • LST.F 102 - Y.E.S. - Youth Engaged through Service Learning


    (Enduring Questions - First Year Seminar) What is the relationship between service and living a life of meaning and purpose? This question is explored through service-learning in partnership with members of Youth Engaged with Service. Students will have opportunities to explore their assumptions, belief systems, and worldviews about service, advocacy, and leadership while engaged with youth from the Rochester community.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. This course includes a service-learning experience with youth from the local community. This course counts as a W and G course. It does not satisfy a Perspectives I requirement. For Freshman only.

    Credits: 3

Literature (LIT.Q courses listed separately)

  
  • LIT 105 - Mapping the Self


    An exploration of how the individual identity is constructed by the historical past, the geographical seeing, the cultural environment, family upbringing, and religious and moral models. Examination of the diverse experiences encountered by individuals: education, peer pressure, fashion, pop culture, and life changing events. Should the individual assume passivity and resignation espousing exterior leaders or affirm self-responsibility by taking an active part in the world. Literature and movies from many different cultures will stimulate discussion.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LIT 206G - Film and Literature: Youth Discovering the World


    (Global course) An introductory literature course covering well known literary and cinematographic works from different cultures (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Latin America, Brazilian, Russian, Chinese, Japanese). Focuses on experiences of youth in literature and film to include: the outsider, the woman, the con-artist. Collaborative teaching by several faculty members. All works and class discussion in English.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BHR. Prereq: ENG*102. International Studies course. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • LIT 308G - PII Gay and Lesbian Images in Literature and Film


    (Perspectives II Global course) Course explores the representations of gay and lesbian characters in literature and film. A view and analysis of how these characters were depicted through time and space, from medieval time to today in Europe, Japan, Latin America, China, and the United States.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in English or Literature. International Studies course. Women and Gender Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LIT 309 - PII Literature Music German Baroque


    A cross-discipline course that investigates German literature and music and their influence on, as well as interactions with, the other cultures of Europe. Students taking this course must also sign up for the study tour to Europe in which elements studies in class are experienced as primary sources. Topics include European Literature of Baroque and Enlightenment; Music of Baroque and Classicism.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Cross-listed with MUS*309. Students taking this course must also sign up for the Short-Term European Study Program taking place the last two weeks in May. Course taught in English. Topics include European Literature of Baroque and Enlightenment; Music of Baroque and Classicism.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LIT 319 - Exploring Yesterday’s and Today’s Senegal


    In this class, we will explore the country of Senegal, and discuss the notions of cultural identity and representation, gender-roles, religion, sexuality and political boundaries, history and development in Senegal, West Africa, as they are presented by Senegalese novelists and filmmakers. This course will also provide students with an introduction to film and literary theories. A 4th credit will be offered to students interested in a two-weeks study abroad program in Senegal.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    A 4th credit will be offered for a two weeks study abroad in Senegal.

    Credits: 3 to 4
  
  • LIT 320 - Outsiders Inside North Africa Senegal


    This course will explore the different literary production from minorities inclduing religous, gender and sexual orientation in the Francophone Maghreb.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course codes: BR. Women and Gender Studies course. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • LIT.Q 102 - Heroes, Lovers, and Dragon Slayers


    (Perspectives Enduring Questions - What makes a hero? This course explores three canonical medieval narratives and their contemporary adaptations, which focus on the trials of dragon slayers. From Beowulf to Bilbo Baggins, we will study different portrayals of a common theme across time, genres, and media, to evaluate the literary import of “heroic” undertakings.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR.
    This P-EQ course counts as a PI,W and G course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • LIT.Q 206 - Youth Exploring the World Discovering the World


    (Perspective Enduring Questions) What is the purpose of discovering literary journeys of youth from other times and cultures? Does it allow for self-discovery? If so, how? This course provides students with an exploration of contemporary works from Africa, America, Asia, and Europe and introduces students to the disciplines of literature, critical theory, and cinema.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. This P-EQ course counts as a PI and G course. International Studies course. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • LIT.Q 210 - The Sensual Literary World of Sicily Through the Works of Pirandello, Brancati, Tornatore and Germ


    (Perspectives-Enduring Questions) What is the meaning of life? Is life chaotic? How can we bring order to chaos? These questions will be explored through a study of the Sicilian writer Pirandello, supported by discussion of selected films by Tornatore. An understanding of early 20th century Sicilian culture and traditions as well as the social, political and cultural turmoil of pre-World War I Italy through the Fascist period will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Class schedule is set to provide instruction which accommodates students who are speakers of Italian, and students who are not. This P-EQ course counts as a PI and G course.

    Credits: 3

Management

  
  • MGT 211 - Personal Financial Management


    A course designed to aid the individual in making daily economic decisions. Topics covered will include bank accounts and services, investment, credit and borrowing, home purchase, insurance and income tax.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Normal Offering Cycle: Summer

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 212 - Organization and Management


    Principles of individual motivation; group dynamics; leadership; and organizational design and change as they apply to management. Principles of organizational planning and performance are also covered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AB. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 247 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship


    The student will learn how to recognize a business opportunity and developing the opportunity into a business. The course is designed for the non-business major and students who want to evaluate going into business for themselves or working for a small business.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 295 - Creativity and Innovation


    This course explores concepts, models, frameworks, history, and tools of creativity and innovation; explore innovation; and introduce the concepts of developing and leading a creative organization. These concepts and strategies are becoming the competitive advantage in organizations across the globe. Open to all students. Required for the entrepreneurship sequence.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR Cross listed with LST*295. Normal Offering Cycle: Variable

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 301 - Written Communications for Management


    Introduction to the use of written communication in business. Includes writing principles, report writing, memos and letter and resumes.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    -

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 302 - Professional Communications-Oral


    Study of technical speaking emphasizing awareness of audience, preparation, organization, language, style and tone. Topics will include sales presentations, conferencing techniques, and multi-media presentations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 305 - Legal Environment of Business


    Introduction to the areas of law that impact employees, business organizations and management decision making. Topics include: American legal process and its institutions, business ethics, tort law, contracts, agency, non corporate business organizations and corporations, debtor-creditor relationships, employment law and government regulation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AB.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 312 - Production and Operations Management


    Managerial activities entailed in selecting, designing, operating, controlling and updating productive systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: MGT*212.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 330 - Entrepreneurship


    Students will study the process used to identify an opportunity and the methods used to organize, operate and assume the risk for a business venture.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Prereq: ACT*209 MGT*212 MKT*216 MGT*305.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 331 - Social Entrepreneurship


    Introduces students to the use of entrepreneurship skills for the pursuit of solutions to social problems. Topics include: assessment of opportunities, business models for social sector, acquiring resources, and tradeoffs of social and financial returns on investment.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: MGT*212 or any P-EQ Social Science.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 332 - Entrepreneur Lecture Series


    Continuation of MGT 330. Students will conduct an in-depth study of selected topics taken from the introductory entrepreneurship course.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: MGT*330.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 401 - Management Seminar


    Different topics will be selected each semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 410 - Management Ethics


    Students develop the ability to recognize, analyze and apply potential solutions to ethical and moral issues in business, to examine various ethical theories and moral reasoning commonly utilized to aid the decision making process, and to examine various corporate cultures and their structural procedures that support or discourage sound ethical and moral decision making.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    -

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 423 - Career Planning and Development


    This course examines career decision-making and development from the perspective of both the individual and the organization.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 430 - Seminar: Economic and Business Policy


    Senior Seminar is the capstone experience for business administration majors in their final semester of study. The broad goals of the seminar are to connect the concepts of liberal learning and business education and to reconnect the student with the important concepts presented in the business administration major.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: A. Prereq: BAD Majors in final semester. Coreq: BAD 499.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 445 - Seminar in Cross-Cultural Management


    Course will focus on intraorganizational and cultural aspects of managing in a global business environment. A variety of managerial and human resource management issues will be covered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course codes: ABC. Prereq: Senior year, International Business Major. Co-req: INB 499. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 450 - Not-For-Profit Management, Service to Others: Service to Self


    The primary purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to utilize and further develop their organizational and personal skills in support of the mission of a not-for-profit organization. The course contains a large experiential learning component that places the student on project teams in various not-for-profit organizations in the greater Rochester community.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: G.

    Credits: 3 to 4
  
  • MGT 483 - Management Internship I


    Part-time (8-16 hours per week) work experience with a local business or organization plus periodic seminars and academic assignments. Selection process for internships is competitive.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BC. Prereq: Junior or Senior standing with GPA of 2.5 or better. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MGT 484 - Management Internship II


    Part-time (8-16 hours per week) work experience with a local business or organization plus periodic seminars and academic assignments. Selection process for internships is competitive.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BC. Prereq: Junior or Senior standing with GPA of 2.5 or better. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3

Marketing

  
  • MKT 216 - Principles of Marketing


    Study of the process of creating, distributing, promoting and pricing goods, services and ideas to satisfy consumer needs and wants through the exchange process.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AB.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 327 - Market Research


    Study of process and techniques that should be used to gather, record, and analyze data as an aid to making management and marketing decisions. Specific topics will include the value of research designs for collecting primary and secondary data, sampling and data analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: AB. Prereq: MKT 216. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 363 - Marketing Communications


    Examination of role of promotion as an element of the marketing mix and the overall marketing plan. Course also focuses on methods, procedures, and other elements to consider in the creation of effective communications for a target audience.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Prereq: MKT 216. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 365 - Consumer Behavior


    Provides an introduction to the field of consumer behavior through the study of fundamental behavioral principles and their application to the development of marketing strategy.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Prereq: MKT*216.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 401 - Special Topics Marketing


    Different topics will be selected each semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 417 - Seminar in Marketing Management


    Designed to cover a variety of marketing topics. Analysis of various marketing management situations and the formulation of the appropriate solutions. Case study method and simulation is used.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Prereq: Senior Marketing Major. Co-req: MKT 499.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 419 - International Marketing


    Course provides an overview of the international business environment. Special emphasis given to the marketing function and how goods and services are delivered to international markets.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Prereq: MKT*216. International Studies course. Asian Studies course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 483 - Marketing Internship I


    Work experience with a local business or organization plus periodic seminars and academic assignments. Selection process for internships is competitive.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BC. Prereq: Junior or Senior standing with GPA of 2.5 or better. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 484 - Marketing Internship II


    Work experience with a local business or organization plus periodic seminars and academic assignments. Selection process for internships is competitive.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BC. Prereq: Junior or Senior standing with GPA of 2.5 or better. Experiential Learning course.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MKT 499 - Marketing Comprehensive


    Comprehensive experience for MKT major.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: Senior year. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 0

Mathematics (MTH.Q courses listed separately)

  
  • MTH 205 - PII Mathematical Connections


    (Perspectives II course) This course emphasizes the connections between contemporary mathematics and modern society. It will attempt to develop the student’s capacity to engage in logical thinking, and to convey the power of mathematics as illustrated by the variety of problems that can be modeled and solved by quantitative means. Problems from areas such as operations research, election theory, and fair division are studied.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: NR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Mathematics. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 207 - PII Elementary Statistics


    (Perspectives II course) Introduction to concepts, techniques and applications of descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include measures of center and spread, correlation and regression, experimental design, the Central Limit Theorem, parameter estimation and hypothesis tests for means and proportions. Statistical software is used.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: NR. Prereq: A course in algebra or any PI or P-EQ in Mathematics. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 208 - PII Statistics for Scientists


    (Perspectives II course) Introduction to concepts, techniques and applications of descriptive and inferential statistics, with a focus on scientific applications. Topics include measures of center and spread, correlation and regression, experimental design, parameter estimation and hypothesis tests for means and proportions, the Chi- square distribution, and analysis of variance. Statistical software is used.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR Prereq: A course in algebra, or any Perspectives Enduring Questions course in Mathematics Fall and Spring Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 212 - PII Calculus II with Multivariable Calculus


    (Perspectives II course) This course will cover techniques of integration and their applications, vectors, functions of several variables, partial differentiation and its applications, multiple integrals, polar coordinates, and an introduction to differential equations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: ABR. Prereq: MTH.Q*113 with a grade of C or better. TI-83 or 84 calculator is required, other calculators may be used with permission of instructor. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 4
  
  • MTH 213 - PII Calculus III


    (Perspectives II course) Infinite sesquences and series, Taylor polynomials and Taylor series, and other advanced applications of single and multivariable calculus.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: MTH*212 with a grade of C or better. TI 83 or TI 84 calculator is required. Others may be used with instructor permission. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 4
  
  • MTH 215 - PII Exploring Mathematics


    (Perspectives II course) This course explores the development of concepts in the elementary mathematics curriculum through an inquiry approach in small groups. It is ideal for elementary school teachers, but may be taken by students who wish to broaden their conceptual understanding of elementary mathematics. Topics include sets and set theoretic operations as related to counting and rational numbers, numeration systems with specific emphasis on the development and application of algorithms, Euclidean geometry, and measurement. Mathematics manipulatives and other classroom materials are presented as means to help students acquire a solid understanding of mathematics. Mathematics content is linked to psychological research pertaining to developmental mathematical learning. Not open to freshmen.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BHR. Prereq: Any PI or P-EQ in Mathematics and SPF*204 or permission of instructor. Experiential Learning course. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 220 - Introduction to Mathematical Structures


    An introduction to advanced mathematical language, literature, logic, composition, theorem proving, and problem solving . Topics include logic, set theory, relations and functions, cardinality, the real number system. Emphasis on complete, correct use of the language of mathematics and construction of clear, understandable proofs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: R. Prereq: MTH*212 with a grade of C or better. Normal Offering Cycle: Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 244 - Mathematical Programming


    An introduction to mathematical computing and programming, including the use of LaTeX, Python (or another appropriate language), spreadsheets, and computer algebra systems. Exercises and projects drawn from calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and other applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: B. Prereq: MTH.Q*111 or MTH.Q*113. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 309G - History of Mathematics


    (Global course) The development of elementary and advanced mathematics from ancient to modern times.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: MTH 220 with a C grade or better, or permission of the instructor. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 312 - Linear Algebra


    Linear algebra is both computational and theoretical in nature. Computations lead to solutions of problems involving systems of linear equations. Conceptually and theoretically, the abstract notion of vector spaces and their properties are explored and developed. Topics include vectors, matrices, independence, span, bases, dimension, rank, linear transformations, vector spaces, determinants, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, orthogonality, and change of basis, as time allows.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: MTH*220 with a grade of C or better. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 314 - Introduction to Probability


    Topics in this course include counting techniques, axiomatic probability theory; discrete and continuous sample spaces; random variables, distribution functions, probability density and mass functions; expectation; moment-generating functions; normal, binomial, and Poisson distributions; and joint and continuous distributions. Students may choose additional work to prepare for the Probability actuarial exam.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: MTH*212 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 325 - Mathematical Modeling with Differential Equations


    Modeling is the study of real world situations using mathematics. Quantitative analysis of equations using graphical and numerical methods. Incorporation of traditional analytical methods of solving differential equations. Models may be chosen from population biology, ecology, finanace and sociology.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: MTH*212 with a grade of C or better or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 330 - Financial Mathematics I


    Hands-on introductory course in classical foundations of interest theory covers growth of money, equations of value, yield rates, annuities, conversion periods, loan repayment. Financial risk management applications include insurance, economics, finance. Two courses; Financial Mathematics I and II; prepare students for the FM actuarial exam. Relevant applications in industry and financial markets.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Code: BR. Prereq: MTH*212 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 331 - Financial Mathematics II


    Calculus based course in modern financial concepts including arbitrage, pricing derivatives, options, futures and swaps. Language and conventions of bonds and corporate loans. Theory is applied to financial risk management useful in insurance, industry, economics and finance. The two course sequence MTH 330/331 prepares students for the FM actuarial exam.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Code: BR. Prereq: MTH*330.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 390 - Special Topics in Mathematics


    Choice of topics reflects the special interest of students and instructors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: MTH*220 or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 413 - Real Analysis


    An in-depth study of the real numbers and functions on the real numbers. Topics include the axioms for the real number system, the elementary topology of Euclidean space and a study of sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, and infinite series.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: MTH*220 with a grade of C or better. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • MTH 414 - Abstract Algebra


    Abstract Algebra (also called Modern Algebra) is the study of objects and operations on those objects. Many familiar sets can be categorized based upon their stripped down structures when seen in the greatest possible generality or abstraction. Topics include symmetries, groups, permutations, factor groups, homomorphisms, rings fields, polynomials, unique factorization, integral domains, Euclidean constructions and the insolvability of the general quintic equation, as time allows. Algebraists utilize the familiarity and concreteness of a great variety of examples, and the beauty of mathematical proof.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Course Codes: BR. Prereq: MTH*220 with a grade of C or better. Normal Offering Cycle: Spring

    Credits: 3
 

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