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Optional Certificates

*These certificate options are available online.

All other certificates are available only through campus-based classes.  Online students are welcome to take a campus-based class at any time if their geographic location enables them to attend.

Students are not required to pursue one of the concentrations.  There are two paths or choices that MBA students can pursue with electives in the MBA program.  Most students choose to take three general MBA business electives from the elective classes that are offered within the College of Business.  One of these electives must be quantitative which includes ACCT 6301 (the only ACCT elective for MBAs) or any elective class from FINA, MIS or OMGT.  One of these electives must be qualitative which includes any elective class from MKTG or MGMT.  The third elective can be chosen from any of these disciplines.

Approximately 20% of graduate business students choose to obtain an optional certificate.  These certificates are designed to give the student an insight into the issues that are specific to that industry.


Most certificates requires four or five classes from colleges or departments outside the College of Business.  The Finance, MIS, and Supply Chain Management certificates are from within the College of Business.  A certificate is awarded from the respective college or department in conjunction with the MBA degree and successful completion of the certificate is reflected on the student's transcript.  Normally, certificate classes are taken in place of the three required breadth electives, effectively adding one or two additional classes to a student's curriculum. 

These certificates are only available to ECU MBA students, students who are enrolled in another AACSB accredited institution or students who have already received their MBA from an AACSB accredited institution.

The course rotations listed cannot be guaranteed and should be used as a guide only.

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Development & Environmental Planning

This certificate is designed to give students insight into a career in Development and Environmental planning.  This includes information regarding issues at the city, state and federal levels.  In the planning profession, planners assist communities to formulate plans and policies to meet social, economic, environmental, and cultural needs in the face of societal forces.  They do so by identifying problems and opportunities, evaluating alternative solutions or plans, and communicating their findings in a way that allow citizens and public officials to make knowledgeable decisions about the future.  The MBA curriculum combined with the certificate coursework prepares planners to analyze problems, visualize futures, compare alternatives, and describe implications, so that public officials and citizens can make knowledgeable choices.  Students will receive a certificate from the Department of Planning.

Department Of Planning
Dr. Mulatu Wubneh, Chairperson, 119 Rawl

Students take PLAN 6301 and 6305, and two from: PLAN 6000, 6009, 6010, 6015, 6019, 6020, and 6029

PLAN 6000  Seminar in Urban Planning
A critical analysis of the urban planning process as related to the future development of urban areas.

PLAN 6009 Research in Urban Planning (3)
Advanced course involves research problems of increasing complexity.

PLAN 6010 Seminar in Regional Planning
Detailed analysis and discussion of advanced regional planning concepts and methods.

PLAN 6015 Emergency/Disaster Planning
Integrate techniques of emergency management planning for technological and natural disasters. Special emphasis on vulnerability assessment and risk management for terrorism and other disaster threats.

PLAN 6019 Research in Regional Planning
An advanced course in regional planning involving research problems of increasing complexity.

PLAN 6020 Seminar in Environmental Planning (3)
P: Consent of advisor and instructor.
Environmental concepts and their relationship to various planning and management scenarios. Environmental issues, policies, strategies, tasks, and plans.

PLAN 6029 Research in Environmental Planning (3)
P: PLAN 6020 and consent of instructor
Specific problem in environmental planning and management under direct supervision of planning graduate faculty member.

PLAN 6301 GIS and CAD Application for Planning (3)
P: Consent of instructor
Theories, models, and techniques for spatial data management, decision support, and design.  CAD, GIS, and spatial quantitative methods for effective development and environmental planning.

PLAN 6305 Developmental Planning and the Environment (3)
P: PLAN 6301 or consent of instructor
Process of planning for the development of sites. Environmental limitations and constraints, environmental regulations and site design standards.


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Finance

The finance certificate will prepare students for management positions in the financial services industry and provide students with knowledge related to financial services management and administration.  This includes information on the different areas of finance including investments, commercial banking and portfolio analysis.  Each course is designed to concentrate on specific financial managment techniques that will prepare students for employment opportunities within the financial community as financial analysts, financial managers, real estate professionals, and banking professionals.  The certificate will also prepare students for professional designations such as Charted Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP).

The world of finance is an increasingly sophisticated marketplace, where a deep understanding of advanced methodologies is essential for success.  As the financial services industry continues to expand in size and complexity, there is a growing need to provide competent financial professionals trained in a specific body of knowledge.  The graduate certificate in Finance will provide students with the essentials needed to excel in this complex and competitive environment.  Students will receive a certificate from the College of Business.

Department of Finance
Dr. Scott Below, Chairperson, 3412 Bate

Students take four of the seven finance electives listed below. Courses commonly offered are FINA 6624, FINA 6824, and FINA 6874.

FINA 6624  Investment Management (3)
P: FINA 6144
Conceptual and analytical framework for formulating investment policies, analyzing investment alternatives, and constructing portfolio strategies for individuals and institutions.

FINA 6654  Commercial Bank Financial Management (3)
P: FINA 6144
Conceptual and analytical framework for the management of commercial banks.

FINA 6814  Management of Financial Risk (3)
P: FINA 6144
Analysis of risk environment of corporations through advanced analytical tools and models.

FINA 6824  Portfolio Theory, Construction and Management (3)
For students considering careers in portfolio management. P: FINA 6144
Portfolio optimization, asset allocation, performance evaluation and market efficiency issues from perspective of professional portfolio manager.  Extensive use of spreadsheet software.

FINA 6854  Real Estate Investments and Analysis (3)
P: FINA 6144
Relationships among real estate, financial and investor communities.  Includes markets, location, financial and investments analysis, and taxation.

FINA 6874  Topics in Finance
P: FINA 6144
Selected topics in finance.
Note: Certain topics may not be applicable toward the Finance certificate.

FINA 6876  International Financial Management (3)
P: FINA 6144
Financing of international trade and investments. Topics include international monetary system and banking, exchange rates and money markets,  and international long-term investment and financial management.

Course Rotation
Fall: FINA 6824, FINA 6874
Spring: FINA 6624,
Summer II: FINA 6874 (typically Financial Markets and Institutions)
FINA 6904 and FINA 6914, electives from the Professional Investment Management and Operations certificate, can be used as substitutes for the finance certificate if necessary.


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Health Care Management

This certificate is designed to give students insight into a career in the health care industry.  The health care industry is one of the most important growing industries in the U.S.  This certificate includes information on the financial, legal, and operational issues in health care and how these differ from the challenges of other industries.  Students are prepared for careers as managers in a variety of health care situations.  The knowledge gained from this certificate can be applied to hospitals, ambulatory care centers, long term care facilities, health research and clinical trials firms, home health care agencies, and health insurance companies.  Students will receive a certificate from the College of Allied Health Sciences.

Department of Health Services and Information Management
Dr. Xiaoming Zeng, Chair
 
zengx@ecu.edu
4340-D Health Sciences Building

Students take COHE 6000, 6600, 6610, and 6620.  COHE 6300 may be used as a substitute with prior permission.

COHE 6000 Health Care Systems and Problems
An advanced study of contemporary health care problems and the evolution, philosophy, and present and future trends of our health care system.  Emphasis will be placed on health policy and the practices of our community health service institutions and agencies.

COHE 6300  Health Law
Process and substance of law related to organization and delivery of health services in the US.  Recognition of legal issues arising in the practice of health administration, understanding of how legal system thinks, and effective communication with lawyers practicing in the health care field.

COHE 6600  Management of Health Care Operations
Prerequisites: COHE 6000
Focuses on the day to day operational aspects of managing health care organizations.  Analyzes operational needs of various health care providers.  Emphasizes legal, marketing, service, quality, and personnel issues.

COHE 6610 Financial Management of Health Care Organizations
Prerequisites: COHE 6000 and FINA 6144
Focuses on the acquisition, allocation, and management of financial resources within health care organizations.  Emphasizes the application of financial tools to the unique problems of these organizations.

COHE 6620 Health Care Strategic Planning and Management
Prerequisites COHE 6600 and 6610
Focuses on methods for strategic planning and management for health services organizations.  Emphasizes techniques for determining strategies for unique services.  Integrates strategy, structure, and administrative systems.

Course Rotation
Fall: COHE 6000, 6600, 6610
Spring: COHE 6000, 6620
Summer I: COHE 6000, 6300

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Hospitality Management

This certificate is designed to give students insight into a career in the hospitality management industry.  Advanced degrees are increasingly expected for advancement to higher level management positions in the hospitality industry.  The MBA with hospitality management certificate will prepare students for a successful professional career through a well-rounded business education and specialized course work in food service, lodging, management, and conventions/special events.  Recent expansion of the hotel, restaurant, and tourism industries has produced tremendous management opportunities for well-qualified graduates, and employment demand reports indicate that the number of jobs in the hospitality management field will continue to increase.  Career opportunities are available in a wide range of operations, from small business to large corporations.  Positions include: hotel managers, restaurant or club managers, food and beverage managers, institutional sales personnel, and marketing directors.  Students will receive a certificate from the College of Human Ecology.

Department of Hospitality Management
Dr. Robert O'Halloran, Chairperson, 152 Rivers Bldg.

Students are required to take the four classes listed below.

HMGT 6310  Strategic Management of Conventions and Special Events
Prerequisite: MGMT 6102, MKTG 6162
Strategic management and operations of the convention, meeting and events market.  Focus on regional, national and international trends in the convention, meeting and events industry.

HMGT 6400 Critical Analysis of Food Service and Beverage Management Systems

Prerequisite: MGMT 6102, OMGT 6213
Application of analytical models to evaluate food service and beverage management systems.

HMGT 6410 Strategic Management of Lodging Operations
Prerequisite: ACCT 6241, MKTG 6162, MGMT 6102
Focus on critical issues in rooms division, facilities engineering and maintenance, lodging security and safety, convention sales and marketing, lodging systems financial management, and lodging operations staffing.

HMGT 6420 Current Issues and Strategies in Hospitality Management
Prerequisite: HMGT 6400, HMGT 6410
Indent review of empirical literature impacting issues related to hospitality management.  Focus on regional, national, and international trends in food service, lodging, and tourism industries.

Course Rotation
Fall: HMGT 6400, HMGT 6410
Spring: HMGT 6310, HMGT 6420
Summer I: none
Summer II: none


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International Management

This certificate is designed to give students insight into a career international management including information on effectively doing business in a global economy.  This certificate focuses on the processes and dynamics of international and intercultural understanding.  It is designed to prepare students to interact more effectively with persons from other cultures, particularly in professional settings.

The courses provide students with global perspectives on the interrelations between economic, political, cultural and environmental systems in the world.  They also cultivate skills in communications across cultures, conflict resolution and international problem solving.  Students must complete the foreign language requirement for the Master of Arts in International Studies and have a minimum of one semester-long international field experience in the geographical area in which the selected foreign language is used (as approved by the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs).

The international field experience gives first-hand knowledge of another culture.  Students will draw upon the international expertise and contacts of a large and diverse faculty that includes experts on many regions of the world.  The Office of International Affairs coordinates a growing range of field experiences for students.  The foreign language requirement emphasizes reading and listening more strongly than writing and speaking.  All students are encouraged to participate in a language immersion program as part of their international field experience.

Students will receive a certificate from the Master of Arts program in International Studies program in the Harriot College of Arts and Sciences.

International Studies
Dr. Sylvie Debevec Henning, Director, 116B Ragsdale

Students take INTL 6005, 6105, 6500 and one from: FINA 6876, MGMT 6322, MKTG 6652, or MKTG 6992.

INTL 6005 Communication Across Cultures (3)
P: Consent of instructor

Different modes of human communication as related to varying cultural contexts.

INTL 6105 Global Issues (3)
P: Consent of instructor
History and contemporary dynamics of globalization, including economic integration and restructuring, political relations among state and non-state actors, and social and cultural change.

INTL 6500 International Problem Solving and Decision Making (3)
P: Consent of instructor
Focuses on an understanding and application of process at organizational level. Analytical models appropriate to public and private sectors may include project management, cost/benefit analysis, mathematical programming, and simulation in international settings.


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Management Information Systems

This certificate is designed to give students insight into effectively using technology and management information systems in the business environment.  In today's technology driven environment, it is important that business professionals have a command of the technology drivers of business.  The MIS graduate certificate is primarily aimed at two student groups: Non-IS/IT managers who wish to understand how to use technology for competitive advantage, and IS/IT managers wanting to broaden their technology skill set.  Accordingly, the focus of the certificate is on the strategic use of technology.  The certificate uniquely positions students for success because the degree is rooted in a strong business curriculum and is complimented by courses which focus on utilizing and creating information systems that provide value to the organization.  The focus is on the interplay between people, business, and technology.  MBA students will gain a thorough understanding of the competitive advantages that can be obtained using information technology.  This program emphasizes strategic IT applications and the development of project management, teamwork, and communication skills.  Students will receive a certificate from the College of Business.

Department of Management Information Systems
Dr. Richard Hauser, Chairperson, 3412 Bate Building


Students are required to take the 4 classes listed below.


MIS 6843 Systems Analysis and Design (3)
P: MIS 6143
Information systems analysis and design from information system/requirements analysis and the application system design perspectives.

MIS 6863 Enterprise Infrastructure (3)
P: MIS 6143
Data and telecommunications fundamentals for design, implementation, and management of digital networks.

MIS 6873 Data Management (3)
P: MIS 6143
Fundamental concepts and issues in database design, management and application of data management technologies to support managerial decision making.

MIS 6883 Web Technologies for Business (3)
P: MIS 6143
Exploration of issues, strategies and evolving technologies that enable modern web applications for organizations.

Course Rotation
Fall: MIS 6863, MIS 6873
Spring: MIS 6843, MIS 6883
Summer I: none
Summer II: none

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Marketing

This certificate prepares students for management positions in advertising, promotion, sales management, market research, distribution, product planning, and international marketing. The certificate is designed to give students the insight needed to identify marketing opportunities, develop appropriate strategies, and put them into action.

Emphasis is on how businesses make purchase decisions, the types of inter-firm relationships critical for success today, the roles that supply chain and value-added activities play in future profitability and marketing methods of demonstrating value-delivered to business customers. Students are taught current theory and research in consumer behavior used to develop marketing strategy for profit and nonprofit businesses.

The world of marketing is increasing focus on sustainability. Sustainability marketing involves planning, organizing, implementing and controlling market resources, while considering social and environmental factors as well as meeting corporate objectives. The certificate will provide students with the body of knowledge needed to excel in this environment. 

Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management
Dr. Scott Dellana, Interim Chair, 3412 Bate Building

Students choose four from MKTG 6752, MKTG 6762, MKTG 6842, MKTG 6992 and MKTG 6652

MKTG 6752  Advertising and Promotion Strategy (3)
P: MKTG 6162
Effective integrated marketing communication strategies for organizations.

MKTG 6762 Business-to-Business Marketing (3)
P: MKTG 6162
Marketing mix design for business customers, emphasizing purchasing decisions, inter-firm relationships, the roles of supply chain and value-added activities in profitability, and value communication.

MKTG 6842 Consumer Behavior (3)
P: MKTG 6162
Current theory and research in consumer behavior used to develop marketing strategy for profit and nonprofit businesses. Applications of consumer behavior to social marketing.

MKTG 6992: Global Marketing
P: MKTG 6162
Marketing decision-making, strategy development, and operational performance of firms involved in international business.

MKTG 6652 Seminar in Marketing
P: MKTG 6162
Special Topics; Examples:

  • Sports Marketing - A working understanding of the role of marketing in sports and sports-related organizations, exploring strategic marketing concepts, product development and marketing research techniques.
  • Sustainability Marketing - Focus on how managers can implement sustainability principles into marketing theory and strategy.
  • Cultural Environment of International Business- Strategies and tactics to overcome cultural barriers to international trade, investment, and human relationships.

Course Rotation
Fall: MKTG 6762, MKTG 6752, MKTG 6652 (Sport Marketing)
Spring: MKTG 6652 (Sustainability Marketing, and Social Media Marketing)
Summer I: none
Summer II: MKTG 6842




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Security Studies

The goal of the certificate program is to develop new thinking toward security within a changing environment.  Countering and responding to the new threats requires integration of traditional military strategies with criminal justice systems and investigation, intelligence gathering, policy development, emergency planning and response, and interagency cooperation at multiple levels of government and between governments.  This interdisciplinary certificate provides focus on National Security by examining emerging threats and coordinated responses between different agencies and levels of government.

The Security Studies program encourages an integrated view of Homeland Security.  The mission is to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of students pursuing a career related to homeland security at the national, state, and local levels.  Students receive a certificate from the Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences.
www.ecu.edu/securitystudies

Security Studies Program
Dr. Jalil Roshandel, Director, Brewster A-124


Required SECS courses (6 credits)

SECS 6000  Security Studies Foundations (3)
Theoretical foundations of domestic and international security.

SECS 6155  Changing Nature of National Security Policy (3)
Overview of process, forces, and influences involved in determining contemporary national security policy in the United States. Explores historical and constitutional basis of common defense, evaluates national security policy making process, and explores forces and issues that define our national security infrastructure.

Electives - Choose 3 courses (9 credits)

CSCI 6100  Cryptography and Information Security (3)
P: Consent of instructor
Cryptographic techniques to provide secrecy and authenticity of information communicated over an insecure channel; private-key cryptography, public-key cryptography and deployed cryptography.

EHST 6010  Fundamentals of Environmental Health (3)
Effects of environment on human health. Focuses on rural environment. Considers water supply and wastewater disposal, water quality, solid and hazardous wastes, air quality, occupational health and safety, food protection, and vector control.

HIST 6260  The United States and the Middle East, 1783 to the Present (3)
History of American interests and involvement in the Middle East since 1783.

ICTN 6823  Information Security Management (3)
P/C: ICTN 6800 or 6050; 6810 or consent of instructor; ITEC 6050
Survey of information security terms, concepts, principles, and applications in data networking environment.

JUST 6502  Criminal Justice and Terrorism
Issues of (who) the types of individuals and organizations involved in terrorism; (what) the types of activities conducted; (when) examinations of historical, socio-political, and economic forces that facilitate terrorism; (where) temporal and geographic aspects of terrorism; (how) structural, administrative and organizational issues related to terrorism, and official (governmental, law enforcement) responses to terrorism.

PADM 6170  Intergovernmental/Interagency Relations
Patterns of relations between officials of various US governmental units and agencies.

PADM 6220  Leadership and Ethics in the Public Sector (3)
Study of leadership and ethical issues facing policy makers and public administrators, including leadership and management skills, ethical dilemmas and challenges, conflicts of interest and values, and professionalism.

PLAN 6015  Emergency/Disaster Planning
Integrate techniques of emergency management planning for technological and natural disasters. Special emphasis on vulnerability assessment and risk management for terrorism and other disaster threats.

POLS 6382  Global Terrorism
Introduces issues defining and characterizing terrorism. Primary emphasis given to issues in countering terrorism such as intelligence, international treaty issues, and use of military and criminal justice tools to respond to terrorism.

POLS 6425  War, Peace and Security in the Middle East (3)
Integrated study of international politics and security studies with a special focus on issues directly related to peace and security in the Middle East.


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Sport Management

The world of sport management is an increasingly sophisticated marketplace, where a deep understanding of advanced methodologies is essential for success.  As the sport management and services industries continue to expand in size and complexity, there is a growing need to provide competent professionals trained in a specific body of knowledge.  The Graduate Certificate in Sport Management will provide students with the essentials needed to excel in this complex and competitive environment.  Each course is designed around a body of knowledge in sport studies and sport management enabling students to concentrate on specific management techniques that will prepare them for employment opportunities within the sport management community in event management, ticketing, facility management, sports information, human resources, sport marketing, and other aspects of the sport management industry.

Students earning the Graduate Certificate in Sport Management in combination with their MBA degree will be well positioned to assume leadership roles in sport governance, policy development, sport administration and management, sport promotion and marketing, athlete/team management and development, and sport facility establishment and management positions within the multitude of sport enterprises, including sport clubs, leagues, national/state/regional associations, sport/event management and marketing firms, institutes of sport, and offices of sport and recreation.  Students will receive a certificate from the Department of Exercise and Sport Science.

Department of Exercise and Sport Science
Dr. Mark Moore, Assistant Professor, 150 Minges Coliseum

Students take EXSS 6106 and EXSS 6132 and choose two from EXSS 6001, EXSS 6102, EXSS 6131, EXSS 6133, RCLS 6005

EXSS 6106  Contemporary Sport
Intensive study of amateur, educational, international, and professional sport in the contemporary world.

EXSS 6132  Legal Aspects of Sport Management
Tort liability, product liability, contract law, antitrust, and administrative and constitutional claims as they apply to sport.

EXSS 6001  Administration of Physical Education and Athletics
Administrative process in physical education and athletics from elementary school through college.

EXSS 6102  History and Philosophy of Sport
History of ideas that have defined sport from ancient times to present.  Emphasis on mind/body relationships, types of knowledge, and right behavior.

EXSS 6131  Management and Leadership in Sport
Examines management responsibilities in sport organizations. Topics include organizational effectiveness and organizational behavior theory, personnel management, and facility planning and design.

EXSS 6133  Sport Marketing and Public Relations
Consumer behavior trends and contemporary marketing principles related to sporting events of various competitive levels, public and private sport organizations, and sport equipment and products. Historical overview of sport marketing.

RCLS 6005  Recreational Sports and Activities Management
Philosophy, organization, and administration of recreational sports and activities.

Course Rotation
Fall: EXSS 6106, EXSS 6131, EXSS 6132
Spring: EXSS 6001, EXSS 6102, EXSS 6133
Summer I & II: No regular rotation, but classes are offered as resources allow.
RCLS 6005 is offered every third semester

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Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Management is the integration of key business processes from end-user through original suppliers that provides products, services, and information that add value for customers and stakeholders.  The area of Supply Chain Management has emerged as organizations recognize that strategic advantage and improved long-term performance results not only from the management of within-organization activities, but from the coordination and management of between-organization activities.

The course sequence is offered to provide students with specific graduate instruction in supply chain management.  Each course is designed around a body of knowledge in supply chain concepts and strategies, demand management, inter-firm product design, materials and supply management, logistics, relationship management, value analysis, and quality management.  The course sequence provides students a managerial perspective in achieving process integration and driving value to both customers and the organization.  This enables students to gain knowledge that will prepare them for employment opportunities in areas such as purchasing, distribution, logistics, quality, and product management.

Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management
Dr. Scott Dellana, Interim Chair, 3412 Bate Building

Students take OMGT 6383, OMGT 6743, OMGT 6763, and one from OMGT 6493, OMGT 6333 and MKTG 6762.

MKTG 6762 Business-to-Business Marketing (3)
P: MKTG 6162
Marketing mix design for business customers, emphasizing purchasing decisions, inter-firm relationships, the roles of supply chain and value-added activities in profitability, and value communication.

OMGT 6333  Project Management (3)
P: OMGT 6123
Concepts and technology of project management as applicable to a wide range of business and technical situations.  Focus on behavioral and organizational aspects as well as quantitative methods and computer systems in project management.

OMGT 6383 Supply Chain Systems
P: OMGT 6213
Application of technology to three key aspects of a supply chain’s competitive advantage: product design, product demand estimation, and supply chain systems analysis.

OMGT 6493 Quality Management
P: OMGT 6213
Quality management principles and application in business enterprises and global supply chains.

OMGT 6743 Logistics and Materials Management
P: OMGT 6213
The management and movement of goods and services to support supply chain management.

OMGT 6763 Supply Chain Management
P: OMGT 6213
Concepts in supply chain management and its role in global markets.  Analyzing supply chains, creating supplier networks, and evaluating the performance of a supply chain.

Course Rotation
Fall: MKTG 6762, OMGT 6493, OMGT 6743
Spring: OMGT 6383, OMGT 6763
Summer I: none
Summer II: none

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Tax

The tax certificate is designed to prepare graduates for a direct entry position as a tax professional in public accounting.  The student is exposed to advanced taxation topics that concentrate on the practical application of the tax law.  Students will receive a certificate from the College of Business.

Department Of Accounting
Dr. Dan Schisler, Chairperson, 3208 Bate Building

Students take the 5 classes listed below.  Some students may be required to take the undergraduate prerequisite work prior to taking the Tax Concentration classes.

ACCT 6891 Federal Income Taxation (3)
P/C: ACCT 6221
General income tax theory and applications to problems encountered by individuals and businesses.  Compliance, planning, and research.

ACCT 6901 Advanced Federal Taxation
P: ACCT 3731 and ACCT 6891 or consent of MSA advisor
Income tax issues encountered by corporations, partnerships, and families: including gift and estate taxation, research and compliance procedures, and emphasizing planning for maximization of after-tax benefits for multiple entities.

ACCT 6911 Research in Taxation (3)
P: ACCT 6891
Federal taxation at research level. Research for individuals and corporations. Introduction to estates and trusts.

ACCT 6921 Advanced Taxation of Partnerships
P: ACCT 6901 and 6911 or consent of MSA advisor
Advanced study of the federal taxation of partnerships, S-corporations, and limited liability companies.

ACCT 6931 Advanced Taxation of Estates (3)
P: ACCT 6891
Federal taxation of estates, trusts, and gifts.