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Department of Finance and Quantitative Analysis

Finance Course Descriptions

• FINC 3130 - Financial Tools and Methods 3-0-3
  Fundamental concepts and analytical methods in fi nance. Emphasis on spreadsheet applications, mathematic of fi nance, and statistical analysis. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of “C” in ACCT 2101. (Note: this course is meant to be taken early in the sequence of major courses so as to help build a foundation of computer skills for use in the other finance courses)
  
  
• FINC 3131-Principles of Corporate Finance 3-0-3
  A study of fundamental concepts, theories, tools of analysis and problems of managerial finance in business. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of "C" in ACCT 2101.
  
  
• FINC 3132-Intermediate Financial Management 3-0-3
  A study of financial risk and return, capital budgeting, valuation, capital structure, working capital management and current topics in financial management. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 3133-International Finance 3-0-3
  A survey of the financial markets and institutions which make international trade and capital flows possible. Its' emphasis is on understanding exchange rates and hedging the risks inherent in cross-border transactions. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 3134-Enterprise Risk Management 3-0-3
  A study of the identification, evaluation, financing and control of both financial and business risk and the techniques that are used to manage cash inflows and outflows in such a way as to maximize the value of the firm. Integrated risk management of the entire business enterprise is emphasized throughout the course. Risk management techniques to include hedging, diversification, risk transfer and insurance are examined. A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 3231-Financial Markets and Investments 3-0-3
  Introduces both domestic and international financial markets. Topics include the Federal Reserve system, money and capital markets, security valuation and trading, and derivative markets. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 4030 -Special Topics in Finance 3-0-3
  A course that will allow students to learn about timely specialized topics that are not part of the regular curriculum in Finance, including but not limited to Small Business Start-Up Finance, Credit Derivatives, and Federal Reserve Policy. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of “C” in FINC 3131
  
  
• FINC 4231-Personal Financial Planning 3-0-3
  A study of the fundamentals of personal financial planning to include: the financial planning process, asset management, liability management and risk management. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 4232-Security Analysis 3-0-3
  This course examines some of the key assumptions underlying the major areas of investments, i.e. portfolio theory, derivative asset pricing, and asset valuation. It provides a thorough examination of various topics found in the academic as well as financial press. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 4233-Estate Management 3-0-3
  Planning for various financial contingencies, and asset management on a personal level. Creating an integrated financial plan using insurance, investments, taxes and trusts. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 4234-Personal Insurance Planning 3-0-3
  A study of alternative methods of managing the primary pure risk exposures of individuals: life, health and property-casualty risks. The course emphasizes the use of insurance as the primary tool for managing hazard risks facing households. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 4331-Bank Management 3-0-3
  Provides an introduction to the commercial bank industry, its' organization, structure, and regulation. The lending and investment functions of banking are examined along with liability and capital management issues including de novo banking and merger/acquisition. Its' purpose is to offer an overview of commercial banks and their delivery role in the financial services industry. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 4431-Principles of Real Estate 3-0-3
  Covers a real estate transaction in enough depth to guide the student through a transaction with minimal outside help (attorney, etc.). It also helps the student identify those economic factors that will add value to the property through time. In addition, the student will be introduced to several areas of real estate as a possible profession. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in FINC 3131.
  
  
• FINC 4433-Real Estate Appraisal 3-0-3
  The study of the valuation of real estate and of ownership rights in real estate. Concentration is primarily on residential real estate. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
  
  
• FINC 4532-Personal/Personnel Risk Management 3-0-3
  A study of the alternative methods of controlling personal financial and personnel loss exposures. Emphasis is given to health care, workers' compensation, life insurance and retirement plans, although additional discussions of disability and key employee topics are included. Personal or individual risk financing issues are discussed, with a focus on planning for premature loss of life and retirement. Financial analysis of alternative methods of personnel management is covered, with a focus on health care and workers' compensation. Prerequisite: Junior Standing.
  
  
• FINC 4534 - Business Insurance 3-0-3
  A study of alternative methods of managing financial risk of the firm using business insurance products. Although the course emphasizes insurance methods, alternatives to insurance are also examined. Financial concepts are applied to the evaluation of alternative courses of action for the firm. The course also focuses on regional insurance topics such as marine insurance, aviation insurance and crop insurance that affect southeast Georgia. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
  
  
• FINC 4790-Internship in Finance 0-0-(3 to 9)
  The student is to work with/for a manager of the enterprise in a management training or special projects capacity. Management level responsibilities and duties are expected of the student. Prerequisite: Senior standing. For students with an emphasis, the required course(s) of the emphasis must be completed.
  
  
• FINC 4830/4830S-Special Problems in Finance 0-0-3
  A customized course that is under the direction of a faculty sponsor. The course is designed to offer students an opportunity to pursue studies at a level or on topics not covered in scheduled courses. The scope and nature of the material covered is determined in consultation with the faculty sponsor. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
  
  
• FINC 4890-Directed Study in Finance 0-0-(1-3)
  Designed for independent study and research in selected areas of finance under faculty supervision. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair or director.
  
  
• FINC 6230-Fundamentals of Corporate Finance 3-0-3
  A study of the fundamental concepts, theories, tools of analysis and current problems of managerial finance in business. Prerequisites: ACCT 6130 and graduate standing, or permission of the COBA Director of Graduate Studies for non-MBA students.
  
  
• FINC 7231-Financial Problems 3-0-3
  A study of financial risk and return, capital budgeting, valuation, capital structure, working capital management and current topics in financial management. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and completion of MBA prerequisites, or permission of the COBA Director of Graduate Studies for non-MBA students.
  
  
• FINC 7232-Global Finance 3-0-3
  A study of the financial markets and institutions that make international trade and capital flows possible. The course provides a framework within which the key financial decisions of the multinational firm can be analyzed. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and the completion of the MBA prerequisite, or permission of the COBA Director of Graduate Studies for non-MBA students.
  
  
• FINC 7233-Investment Management 3-0-3
  A survey of domestic financial markets. Topics covered include interest rates, stocks, bond, derivative securities, retirement issues, and mutual funds. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and the completion of the MBA prerequisite, or permission of the COBA Director of Graduate Studies for non-MBA students.

Quantitative Analysis Course Descriptions

• BUSA 3131-Business Statistics 3-0-3
  This introductory course covers the concepts and techniques concerning exploratory data analysis, frequency distributions, central tendency and variation, probability, sampling, inference, regression, and correlation. Students will be exposed to these topics and how each applies to and can be used in the business environment. Students will master problem solving using both manual computations and statistical software. Prerequisite: A "C" or better in MATH 1232 or MATH 1441.
  
  
• BUSA 3132-Quantitative Analysis 3-0-3
  Focuses on the analysis of the scientific decision-making methods for modern day managers, including such topics as decision making under certainty and uncertainty, linear programming, queuing models, simulation, project management, and forecasting. Students will be exposed to these topics as well as their solutions using both manual computations and statistical software. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in BUSA 3131.
  
  
• MGNT 6330-Quantitative Methods for Business 3-0-3
  An introduction to statistical and management science techniques commonly applied by managers. Provides the foundation for understanding the concepts and applications that will be studied in MGNT 7331. The MBA course will extend the depth and breadth of coverage, introduce the participants to advanced concepts and state-of-the-art techniques and applications, and allow the class to integrate concepts from other fields in addressing business decisions. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
  
  
• MGNT 7331-Problem Solving with Quantitative Methods 3-0-3
  Exposes students to the types of decision making situations they will face as managers. It will introduce students to advanced quantitative concepts and state-of-the-art techniques. By the end of the course students will be expected to be able to analyze a problem statement, develop alternative solution procedures and select the one they believe is most appropriate, apply the process and interpret the results. Students will discover that most successful solutions to business problems require the ability to integrate concepts from non-quantitative fields with the quantitative results. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and completion of MBA prerequisites, or permission of Director of COBA Graduate Studies for non-MBA students.
  
  
• MGNT 7339 - Applied Regression Analysis and Forecasting for Business 3-0-3
  The course teaches the student how to diagnose practical problems in various business disciplines, decide upon the appropriate model formulation for a given situation, and interpret the statistical results in a managerial context. The course focuses on fitting regression and time series models to real business problems. Students will use Excel and SPSS. When possible students will analyze real data sets. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of “B” in BUSA 3131 or a minimum grade of “C” in MGNT 6330.

Operations Management Course Descriptions

• MGNT 3430-Operations Management 3-0-3
  Application of the principles of management to the planning, control, design, operation, and updating of operational systems both in the manufacturing and service sectors. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of “C” in BUSA 3131 or STAT 2231.
  
  
• MGNT 3437-Service Operations Management 3-0-3
  Students will become familiar with the various Operations Management decisions required in managing a service business. Analytical models which support these decisions will be presented and discussed. Students will also become familiar with application of these principles and models through analysis of actual fi rms and service fi rm cases. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of “C” in BUSA 3131 or STAT 2231.
  
  
• MGNT 4431 - Purchasing & Negotiation 3-0-3
  
  
  
• MGNT 4435 - Quality & Process Management 3-0-3
  Focuses on Quality Management Systems to include: corporate-level strategic quality decisions, plus tactical-type decisions, related to quality, across all functional areas of an organization. It stresses that an organization’s management system is concerned with planning to meet customers’ needs, organizing resources, managing for continuous improvement, and facilitating employee involvement. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of “C” in MGNT 3430.
  
  
• MGNT 4438 - Operations in Supply Chains 3-0-3
  
  
  
• MGNT 7430 - Management of Operations for Competitive Advantage 3-0-3
  Provides an understanding of the production/operations function within an organization. It will focus on the type of decisions to be made at various organizational levels, and, where appropriate, on particular models and quantitative techniques that can be useful in making those decisions. Emphasis will be placed on how those decisions are interrelated and on their strategic implications for the firm. Finally, it will consider how the operations function fits with the other functional areas of the firm. Prerequisites: Graduate Standing and Completion of MBA prerequisite or permission of Director of COBA Graduate Studies for non-MBA students.