| Decision Sciences |
DS #522 - Advanced Business Statistics
Credits:
4.00
A second-level course in statistics covering such topics as
sample survey design and analysis, experimental design,
analysis of variance, nonparametric methods, and GLIM.
Prereq: DS 420 or equivalent.
DS #624 - Time Series Forecasting
Credits:
4.00
Introduction to modern methods of forecasting from time
series data. Exponential smoothing, time series analysis and
stationarity, Box-Jenkins analysis, state space model
fundamentals, dynamic regression models. Each model
methodology includes model identification, estimation, and
diagnostic checking. Emphasis on use of the models as
forecasting tools. Prereq: DS 420 or equivalent.
DS #625 - Statistical Decision Making
Credits:
4.00
Introduction to decision-making theory, including
alternatives, criteria, loss functions, and risks. A
probabilistic, including Bayesian, approach to decision
making under uncertainty. Applications from statistics and
management science. Prereq: DS 420 or equivalent.
DS #626 - Applied Regression Analysis
Credits:
4.00
Introduction to regression techniques as used in business;
estimation and statistical inference in the context of the
general linear model; residual analysis and model selection;
interpretation of the analysis is emphasized. No credit for
students who have had DS 726. Prereq: DS 420 or equivalent.
DS 630 - Quantitative Methods
Credits:
4.00
An introduction to quantitative methods and how these
methods serve as input to the decision-making process. The
topics covered include linear programming problem foundation
and solution, sensitivity analysis, network models, integer
programming, goal programming, and forecasting. Prereq: WSBE
majors only; all Group A courses and junior standing.
DS #632 - Operations Research/Management Science
Credits:
4.00
Review of the basic principles and methods of operations
research/management science applied to managerial decision-
making. Mathematical programming, networks, inventory,
queuing, and scheduling. Junior or senior standing.
DS #633 - Advanced Operations Research/Management Science
Credits:
4.00
Analysis of complex operations research/management science
models and their impact on the decision-making process.
Project is undertaken by all students. Advance mathematical
programming (nonlinear, parametric linear, stochastic, and
dynamic), stochastic inventory models, heuristic programs,
and forecasting. Prereq: DS 630 or DS 632 or equivalent.
DS 650 - Operations Management
Credits:
4.00
Introduction to planning and analysis of operational
problems in the manufacturing and service sectors;
strategy standards, capacity, inventory, scheduling, and
planning and control systems. Prereq: WSBE majors only;
all Group A courses and junior standing.
DS 670 - Management Information Systems
Credits:
4.00
Provides students with the background necessary to
understand, develop, and use computer-based information
systems in organizational environments. Topics include
information technology, application software, and management
of information resources. Prereq: CS 401 (or 495); WSBE
majors only; all Group A courses and junior standing.
DS #672 - Computer Systems Analysis and Design
Credits:
4.00
Analysis and design of computer systems in administration.
Applications in finance, accounting, marketing, and
manufacturing. Case studies and projects. Prereq: DS 670;
or equivalent.
DS 698 - Topics
Credits:
4.00
Special topics; may be repeated. Prereq: permission.
DS 698A - Topics
Credits:
4.00
Special topics; may be repeated. Prereq: permission.
DS 741 - Private Equity/Venture Capital
Credits:
4.00
This course will notably increase knowledge and
understanding of the private equity financing market,
develop analytical skills in evaluating private equity
financing details, learn from the experience of market
practitioners, and enhance oral and written presentation
skills. Prereq: senior standing.
DS 742 - Internship in Entrepreneurial and Management Practice
Credits:
4.00
The course involves working for leading companies and
dynamic entrepreneurs, as well as classroom instruction. The
priority experiential, real-world, and real-time learning in
the high growth environment of entrepreneurial ventures.
Focus on several topic areas, including Venture Capital.
Prereq: senior standing. (Also listed as MGT 742.)
DS 754 - Resource Management
Credits:
4.00
Analysis and development of resource management planning and
control systems. Topics include inventory management,
material requirements planning, and capacity management.
Prereq: DS 650 or permission.
DS 755 - Manufacturing Management
Credits:
4.00
Analysis and development of manufacturing management
planning and control systems. Topics include production
planning, master scheduling, distribution, and production
activity control. Prereq: DS 650 or permission.
DS 758 - Strategic Management of Operations
Credits:
4.00
Application of techniques and methodologies in the
development of operations strategies. Projects with client
firms using operations analysis emphasizing the firms'
strategic operations alternatives. Prereq: DS 650 and
permission.
DS #765 - Total Quality Management
Credits:
4.00
Integration of management aspects of quality improvement
with methodologies and tools for problem-solving and
implementation. Experiential team projects and hands-on
in-class exercises are used to supplement and enhance
extensive written and video cases, facility tours, and guest
speakers. (Also offered as MGT 765.) Prereq: DS 650 and
MGT 611 or permission.
DS #767 - Art and Science of Decision Making
Credits:
4.00
Builds from the classical theory of decision-making and
explores the problems inherent in the decision process. Both
individual and group or two-party decision processes are
explored with emphasis on negotiation as a means of
decision-making. No prerequisite required.
DS #772 - Decision-Support Systems
Credits:
4.00
Exploration of computer usage in support of the
problem-solving and decision-making process. Topics
include conceptual foundations of decision-support systems,
design of decision-support systems, spreadsheets, databases,
and expert systems. Use of microcomputers, cases, projects.
Prereq: all Group B courses; DS 670; or permission.
DS 773 - Database Management Systems
Credits:
4.00
Provides students with the skills necessary to understand
the database environment of the firm. It provides students
with a background to develop moderately complex, stand-alone
databases and gives them the foundation to study database
development in multi-user, client/server environments.
Prereq: senior standing.
DS 774 - Electronic Commerce Systems
Credits:
4.00
Covers the concepts, tools, and strategies for understanding
the challenges and exploiting the opportunities associated
with e-commerce/e-business. Provides students with an
understanding of the technology platform and its components.
Additional material covers various models of
e-commerce/e-business and its impacts on the firm's
performance. Prereq: senior standing.
DS 775 - Information Systems Project
Credits:
4.00
Provides students with real-life experience in
organizations. Work in groups on information systems
projects identified by sponsoring organizations. Integrate
concepts and skills learned in prior business and technology
courses. Learn project management concepts, work with
project management tools, and use presentation techniques.
Prereq: senior standing.
DS 780 - Systems Analysis and Design
Credits:
4.00
Objectives of this course are: gain appreciation and
knowledge expected of a systems analyst; perform
cost/benefit analysis of new systems, comparison of
alternative means of system acquisition, such as commercial
off-the-shelf software; gain experience in structured
analysis techniques; understand important issues of project
management. Prereq: senior standing.
DS 798 - Topics
Credits:
4.00
Special topics; may be repeated. Prereq: permission.
DS 798A - Topics
Credits:
4.00
Special topics; may be repeated. Prereq: permission.
DS 798B - Topics
Credits:
4.00
Special topics; may be repeated. Prereq: permission.
DS 798C - Topics
Credits:
4.00
Special topics; may be repeated. Prereq: permission.