Business Administration, Management Information Systems Concentration (M.B.A.) - Graduate - 2010 University Catalog
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The goal of the MBA Program is to combine conceptual
approaches to business with practical application in order to give students
needed skills to prepare them for today's global economy. Montclair State
graduates are well-rounded, self-motivated and employed in many of the best
companies in the region. Equipped with an education built upon standards of
excellence, alumni enjoy tremendous opportunities for a rich and rewarding
career.
The curriculum stresses the conceptual foundations of
business disciplines and current managerial practices. This blend of theory and
practice builds a strong foundation for immediate practical application as well
as post-graduate professional growth.
The Montclair MBA provides individuals the opportunity to
design unique programs to meet their specific needs and interests. Students may
choose to concentrate in one of seven areas or they may select from an array of
courses that provide a broad education. Full-time faculty with doctoral teach
95 percent of MBA classes. The remaining classes are taught by persons with
outstanding professional credentials.
The School of Business Administration invites applications
from persons with baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate degrees. Because we
actively seek a diverse student body, all previous academic majors are
considered for admission. Both full-and part-time students are welcome. Courses
are offered in the late afternoon, evenings and Saturdays.
ADMISSIONS
Candidates must submit an application for graduate admission
which includes:
- One
official copy of the academic transcript from each college and/or
university attended.
- Scores
from the Graduate Management Admission Test.
- A
statement of professional objectives.
- Two
letters of recommendation from persons qualified to evaluate the
applicant's promise of academic achievement and potential for professional
growth.
- A
non-refundable fee of $60.00 must accompany each application.
Although prior work experience is not an admission
requirement, it is strongly recommended for all MBA applicants.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED AT ANY TIME OF THE YEAR. The GMAT is
required of all students. No application will be considered without these
scores.
Through prior academic experience, challenge examinations
and/or graduate level transfer credits, the 48 semester hour MBA requirement
may be reduced by a maximum of 15 semester hours. The remaining 33 semester
hours must be completed at Montclair State University and must meet the following
minimum requirements:
- All
advanced courses must be taken and completed at Montclair State
University.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Complete 48 semester hours including the following 5 requirement(s):
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MANAGERIAL DECISION MAKING
Complete 3 courses:
ECON 501 Economic Analysis 3 INFO 501 Statistical Methods 3 INFO 503 Information Systems 3 -
FUNCTIONAL CORE
Complete 5 courses:
ACCT 501 Financial Accounting 3 FINC 501 Corporate Financial Management 3 INFO 505 Production/Operations Management 3 MGMT 505 Management Process and Organizational Behavior 3 MKTG 501 Marketing Management 3 -
MANAGING THE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
Complete 3 courses: (The MBA Director may authorize substitute electives if eligible).
ACCT 502 Managerial Accounting 3 ECON 505 Aggregate Economics 3 INBS 501 International Business: Concepts and Issues 3 -
MANAGEMENT INFO SYSTEMS CONCENTRATION
Complete 9 semester hours from the following:
INFO 513 Emerging Technologies in Management Information Systems 3 INFO 514 Information Management 3 INFO 521 Decision Support and Expert Systems for Business 3 INFO 522 Business Data Communications and Networks 3 INFO 523 Database Systems for Business 3 INFO 524 Business Systems Analysis and Design 3 INFO 525 Electronic Commerce:Managrl Perspective on new Busn Models & Information Infrastructure Support 3 INFO 575 Independent Study in Information Systems for Business 1-3 INFO 577 Selected Topics in Information Systems for Business 3 -
STRATEGY & LEADERSHIP: CAPSTONE COURSES
Complete 2 courses:
MGMT 513 Leadership and Behavior 3 MGMT 580 Advanced Strategic Management 3
Course Descriptions:
ACCT501: Financial Accounting
A study of basic accounting concepts and their significance to the financial analyst and manager. Problems relating to income determination, valuation, reporting and analysis are stressed. Alternative conceptual foundations of reporting standards are presented and evaluated. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: M.B.A. degree students, M.A. Fine Arts majors with concentration in Museum Management or M.A. Theatre majors with concentration in Arts Management only.
ACCT502: Managerial Accounting
This course examines the development of theory, concepts and practices of providing information for use within the organization. Cost concepts and classifications schemes, the use of accounting information for internal decision making, static and flexible budgeting for managerial control and activity based costing techniques are among the topics covered. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: ACCT 501, ECON 501. Starting Spring 2011: ACCT 501, MBA degree students only, not open to any student with an undergraduate accounting degree.
ECON501: Economic Analysis
The resource allocation and distribution of income implications of a market-oriented economy operating under various degrees of competition. Also analyzed are the determinants of consumer and market demand and the theoretical cost structure of firms. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: M.B.A. degree students, M.A. Environmental Studies majors with concentration in Environmental Management (ESEM), Doctor of Environmental Management (ENVM) students; or M.B.A. Director approval.
ECON505: Aggregate Economics
This course develops contemporary macroeconomic theories to explain aggregate employment, national income and the levels of interest rates and prices. Along with developing various models the course examines current research and reviews the economy's recent macroeconomic performance. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: M.B.A. degree students, M.A. Environmental Studies majors with concentration in Environmental Management (ESEM), Doctor of Environmental Management (ENVM) students; or M.B.A. Director approval.
FINC501: Corporate Financial Management
An introductory course in corporate financial management which provides students with an understanding of the fundamental concepts of modern finance from an analytical and quantitative perspective and serves as a foundation course for further work in finance. The course stresses: valuation; capital budgeting decisions; capital structure and dividend decisions. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: ACCT 501, and ECON 501, and INFO 501; major within the School of Business; M.B.A. degree students only.
INBS501: International Business: Concepts and Issues
This course offers students an in-depth introduction to international business concepts and issues in addition to exposure to the fundamentals of international business, students will become aware of the dynamics of global business environment, international competition in both the domestic and foreign markets as well as strategic issues in international business management and operations. The course adopts a critical approach; it presents both sides of an international business issue. Greater emphasis will be placed on managerial implications of information presented in the course. The course also includes discussion of ethics and social responsibility in the conduct of international business. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: ECON 501; M.B.A. degree students only.
INFO501: Statistical Methods
Introduction to statistical techniques with applications in business decision making and problem solving. Topics include methods of descriptive data analysis, probability and probability distributions, methods of inferential data analysis including estimation and hypothesis testing and an introduction to experimental design principles, correlation, regression model building and an introduction to time series forecasting. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: Course in undergraduate calculus; M.B.A. degree students only.
INFO503: Information Systems
Examines the information requirements of an organization. The differences in the kinds of information needed at the various organizational levels (operational, administrative and strategic) are emphasized. How to plan and implement a comprehensive information system is discussed as well as methods to measure its effectiveness. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: M.B.A. degree students only.
INFO505: Production/Operations Management
Emphasizes human and mechanical productivity in planning a comprehensive and effective production or operations system. Employs a case approach to the study, formulation, and solution of business problems through the application of managerial, quantitative and information systems methodology. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: INFO 501, 503, MGMT 505; M.B.A. degree students only.
INFO513: Emerging Technologies in Management Information Systems
This course provides an overview of the information technologies and their strategic roles in business. It helps students to build an in-depth understanding of the value and use of emerging information technology for business operations, management decision-making and strategic advantage. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: INFO 503; M.B.A. degree students only.
INFO514: Information Management
Study of computers and their use as management tools in information systems, research, control procedures, production, finance, modeling, and decision making. Topics include description of and application of different hardware and software components and programming concepts. Computer cost benefit analysis in all of the above and in systems applications. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: INFO 503.
INFO521: Decision Support and Expert Systems for Business
Introduction to the fundamental principles, techniques and business applications of decision support systems (DSS) and expert systems (ES) from a managerial perspective. Provides practical knowledge of the ways to utilize decision support systems and expert systems to solve business problems involving complex decision-making processes. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: INFO 503; M.B.A. degree students only.
INFO522: Business Data Communications and Networks
This course provides a broad introduction to data communications and networking concepts, addressing both technical and business aspects of data communications and computer networks in modern organizations. Students develop a conceptual understanding in conjunction with the appreciation of practical networking applications in business. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: INFO 503; some background in technology, networking, and project management is required.
INFO523: Database Systems for Business
Increases an understanding of how databases are developed and managed to effectively support business information systems in organizations. Having acquired conceptual knowledge as well as practical techniques, students also gain insights into other options in database management by reviewing the latest offerings in the field. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: INFO 503; some background in technology, programming, and project management is required.
INFO524: Business Systems Analysis and Design
Emphasis is on the application of tools and techniques of systems analysis and design, change management concepts, processes, and techniques are presented in the context of systems development projects. Pointers to managerial and organizational aspects of information technology projects are provided throughout the course. This course is for individuals aspiring to be analysts or better informed end users of information systems in business. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: INFO 503; M.B.A. degree students only.
INFO525: Electronic Commerce:Managrl Perspective on new Busn Models & Information Infrastructure Support
This course is designed to provide the student an understanding of the consequences of the introduction of the Internet in the way business is conducted. The electronic commerce world is viewed primarily from the point-of-view of MIS. The E-Commerce course will emphasize strategic planning, appreciating relevant information technology support issues, and sensitivity to analyzing and evaluating new business models evolving in the marketplace rapidly. Organizations have been profoundly affected by related network technologies. The student will learn about new forms of business practices in "virtual" organization business-to-business, consumer-to-business, person-to-person, and intraorganizational transactions. Specifically, activities in the areas of electronic shopping, publishing, distribution, and collaboration will be explored. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: INFO 503.
INFO575: Independent Study in Information Systems for Business
Under faculty guidance and supervision, this tutorial course is open to students who wish to pursue individual study and research in a particular discipline. May be repeated once for a maximum of 6.0 credits as long as the topic is different. 1 - 3 sh.
Prerequisites: Departmental approval.
INFO577: Selected Topics in Information Systems for Business
An in-depth study of a selected topic, issue, problem or trend in information sytems for business. The specific subject matter is not offered as an existing regular course or deserves more time-emphasis than is possible in a regular course. When offered, topics and prerequisites are announced in the course schedule book. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: Departmental approval. MBA degree students only.
MGMT505: Management Process and Organizational Behavior
Review of classical and modern approaches to the managerial process as it relates to the manager's functions of planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling. These reviews will be tied to the open-system model and the contingency approach as an overall framework for understanding the management of organizations. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: Only M.B.A.and D.Env.M.students, M.A.Fine Arts majors with concentration in Museum Management, M.A.Theatre majors with concentration in Arts Management, or M.A.Theatre majors with concentration in Arts Management.
MGMT513: Leadership and Behavior
The purpose of the course is to help students understand leadership behavior. The course reviews current theoretical and empirical literature from the behavioral sciences as it relates to leadership. Topics covered include leadership styles, power and leadership, leader-follower interactions, and the manager as leader. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: ACCT 502, INBS 501, ECON 505, FINC 501, INFO 505, MKTG 501, INFO 501, INFO 503 and MGMT 505.
MGMT580: Advanced Strategic Management
The focus of this course is on actual business situations and their impact on the total organization including the role of top management in dealing with these problems. The structure of the course is based on the strategic management process which includes identification, evaluation, and implementation of policy and strategy. 3 sh.
Prerequisites: ACCT 502, INBS 501, ECON 505, FINC 501, INFO 505, MKTG 501, INFO 501, INFO 503 and MGMT 505.
MKTG501: Marketing Management
This business core requirement assumes little or no prior formal education in the discipline of marketing. As such, a solid introduction to the language of the discipline, body of knowledge, tools and techniques must necessarily be covered through a text and readings format supplemented with class lectures which are grounded in heavy case analysis and real-world illustrations. The pivotal distinctiveness of this graduate offering lies in drawing the student into issues that are industry and company specific (preferably drawn from the student's career related industry/company). 3 sh.
Prerequisites: M.B.A.degree students, M.A.Fine Arts majors with concentration in Museum Management, or M.A.Theatre majors with concentration in Arts Management only.
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