Accelerated B.A. in International Studies/Master of Business Administration

International Studies/Political Science Courses

POL 1 Introduction to Political Science I
This course is an analysis of the nature of the state, political power, law sovereignty and political ideologies. The stress is on analysis of contemporary concepts. Must be taken by all Political Science majors.
Every Semester, 3 credits

POL 51 International Relations
This course considers the development and characteristics of relations among states, national policy, sources of strength and weaknesses in the policies of states, actual and potential importance of areas of the world in determining the course of world events. Must be taken by all Political Science majors.
Fall, 3 credits

POL 62 Research Seminar in International Studies
This course is a study of a major current problem of an international nature. The roots of the conflict, its historical development, the viewpoints of the various parties involved, its proposed solutions and its international implications are analyzed and evaluated. The topic for in depth research varies each time the course is offered.
Spring, 3 credits

POL 64 Introduction to Comparative Politics
This course is a comparative analysis of government and politics in selected state systems in the contemporary global community.
Spring, 3 credits

International Studies/Political Science Electives
3 of the following possible courses:
POL 23 Modern China: Political Doctrines and Society
The influence of political thought of societal change in modern China from the late Imperial Period to the present is examined.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 46 American Foreign Policy I
This course covers the continuity and change in American foreign policy goals, strategies, and tactics from the 18th century to World War II. Particular attention is devoted to constitutional issues and the decision-making process.
Fall, 3 credits

POL 47 American Foreign Policy II
This course covers contemporary issues in the formulation and implementation of American foreign policy.
Spring, 3 credits

POL 50 International Organization
A study of the origins, role, structure and function of international organization essential to an understanding of the global system and its attempts at organization. Possible areas of analysis include the United Nations, the European Union and the World Trade Organization.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 52 Psychological Foundations of International Relations
This course is an examination of the psychological factors affecting interactions (behavior) among nations with an emphasis on perception and misperception, aggression, the management of conflict and decision-making.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 53 International Law I
This course is a study of the concepts of sovereignty and the international community and the development of international organizations from ancient times to the creation of the United Nations.
Fall, 3 credits

POL 54 International Law II
This course is a study of international law to determine its development, changing nature, and the various methods used to enforce it, with special reference to codes of conduct, rights of nationals abroad and the treaties and conventions that make up this body of law.
Spring, 3 credits

POL 55 Politics of Developing Nations
This course is a survey of problems of new nations as developing areas, trends in political structure and ideologies, problems of economic development, relationships to existing great powers.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 56 World Affairs Since 1945
This course studies the impact of World War II upon the state system, the cold war and the development of bipolar international politics, the United Nations as an instrument for international order and security, the decline of the colonial system and the emergence of new states, development of the People’s Republic of China and Western Europe as new power centers.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 57 Asian Religions in World Politics
The doctrines, practices, and institutions of selected Asian religions with special attention to their role in contemporary world politics are examined in this course.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 58 Islam in World Politics
This course is a study of the doctrines and practices of Islam with special attention to its current impact on social, economic and political developments in Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 59 China in World Politics
This course is an analysis and discussion of the international politics and foreign relations of China.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 65 Politics of the European Union
This course covers the history, institutions and selected policies of the European Union.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 67 Government and Politics of East Asia
This course is an examination of the political institutions and processes of China, Japan and Korea.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 68 Government and Politics of Western Europe
This course covers internal government structures, principles and practices of leading Western European powers.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 69 Government and Politics of Eastern Europe
This course covers internal government structures, principles and practices of leading Eastern European powers.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 70 Government and Politics of the Middle East
This course covers internal government structures, principles and practices of selected countries in the Middle East.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 71 Russian Government and Politics
This course is an analysis of the institutions, processes and theoretical foundations of government and politics from the Imperial period to the present. On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 72 Government and Politics of Africa
This course covers the internal government structures, principles and practices of selected countries in Africa.
On Occasion, 3 credits

POL 73 Government and Politics of Latin America
This course covers the internal structures, principles and practices of leading Latin American countries.
Fall, 3 credits

Co-Related Courses

ECO 21 Money and Banking
This course covers the description and analysis of the monetary and credit system and appraisal of the contributions of Federal Reserve policy to a program of economic stabilization.
Same as FIN 21.
Prerequisite: ECO 5 or 12.
Annually, 3 credits

ECO 72 Statistics
Topics covered include descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory and probability distributions, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing. Analysis of variance, regression and correlation analysis and index numbers are introduced.
Every Semester, 3 credits

MTH 5 Linear Mathematics for Business and Social Science
Mathematical models for business, linear programming, matrix algebra and applications are covered.
Can not be taken for credit by any student who has completed or is currently taking MTH 8. This restriction does not apply to Business or Accountancy major.
Prerequisite: MTH 4 or satisfactory score on placement test.
Every Semester, 3 credits

MTH 6 Calculus for Business and Social Science
Limits, derivatives, maxima and minima, indefinite and definite integration, and applications are covered.
Can not be taken for credit by any student who has completed or is currently taking MTH 7. This restriction does not apply to Business or Accountancy major.
Prerequisite: MTH 4 or satisfactory score on placement test.
Every Semester, 3 credits

Economics Elective
1 of the following possible courses:
ECO 5 Current Economic Problems This course is a one-semester survey of
basic economic principles. Topics include: nature and functioning of American capitalism, the socialist alternative, big business and competition, the role of money, inflation and deflation, the economic system and environmental problems, the economy of the city, the ghetto and other urban problems, the U.S. and the international economy. Not open to students who have taken Economics 11. If, after completion of Economics 5, students wish to major in Economics or Business, they should consult the chair.
On Occasion, 3 credits

ECO 25 Economic Geography
This course is a study of the area differentiation of economic activities over the surface of the earth, and the physical and human environmental factors affecting the geographical pattern of economic activity. Same as GGR 25.
Annually, 3 credits

ECO 41 International Economics
This course examines the economic aspects of globalization. Attention is paid to international trade in goods and services, international flows of capital (through international lending and borrowing), and migration. Topics include trade theory, tariffs and other protectionist policies, trade agreements between nations, the World Trade Organization, balance of payments, exchange rates, and the European Monetary Union.
On Occasion, 3 credits

ECO 42 Economics of Underdeveloped Countries
This course studies the theories of economic development and offers a comparative and analytical examination of factors that explain growth of various countries and regions.
Prerequisite: ECO 12
Spring, 3 credits

ECO 43 The Japanese Economy
Japan is one of the largest single economies in the world, an important U.S. trade partner and a major investor in the U.S. economy. Among the issues discussed are Japan’s management system, trade with the U.S. and business opportunities and strategies for international firms.
Prerequisite: ECO 12
On Occasion, 3 credits

ECO 44 The Transition Economies of Central Europe and the Former Soviet Union
The historical analysis of the Soviet Union and Eastern European economic systems is studied along with a focus on recent changes and related problems in the region.
Prerequisite: ECO 11
On Occasion, 3 credits

ECO 45 Economics of the Middle East
This course surveys the major economics issues facing countries in the Middle East today: education, health, income distribution, poverty, labor migration, population growth, oil incomes, water supplies and military spending. The economic impact on the socio-political issues of the region will be discussed.
Prerequisite: ECO 11 or permission of instructor.
On Occasion, 3 credits

ECO 46 Current Economic Issues
This course explains the economics of current issues such as: immigration, air pollution, health care, drugs and crime, college education, educational reform, social security, poverty, growth, deficits, surpluses and debt. Each issue is analyzed in detail and we discuss the possible outcomes for these issues.
Prerequisite: ECO 11 or 12.
On Occasion, 3 credits

Business Courses
Undergraduate
FIN 11 Corporation Finance
This course covers basic principles by which the modern corporation manages its assets, controls its liabilities and raises new capital. Topics covered include the mathematics of finance, valuation and rates of return on securities, financial statement analysis, forecasting, planning and budgeting, working capital management, introduction to capital budgeting techniques, and cost of capital considerations.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ACC 11 or consent of chair
Every Semester, 3 credits

FIN 71 Global Financial Markets
This course is an overview of the international financial system. International financial markets are investigated, exchange rate markets and behavior are analyzed, and hedging techniques are presented.
Prerequisite: FIN 11
Annually, 3 credits

MAN 11 Principles of Management
This course introduces the student to management history, concepts, theories and practices. The managerial functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling are examined.
Every Semester, 3 credits

MAN 75 International Management and Cross-Cultural Behavior
This course is a survey of managerial actions and practices in a global setting. The impact of economic, political, and socio-cultural differences in international business management are explored. This course provides a framework for understanding cultural differences and the implications of such differences in forming managerial policies.
Prerequisite: MAN 11
Every Semester, 3 credits

MKT 11 Marketing Principles and Practices
This is the core-marketing course for the Long Island University Undergraduate Program and it also appeals to non-business- majors who are interested in marketing. The aim of the course is to provide a rigorous and comprehensive introduction to contemporary marketing practice. The participants learn how to analyze complex business situations, identify underlying problems and decide on courses of actions with the help of the modern marketing management techniques. The students learn the concepts and terminology of modern marketing management during lectures, cases and class discussions. Application of the marketing management concepts becomes the focus for the term project.
Every Semester, 3 credits

MKT 70 International Business - The Firm and the Environment
The course aims to introduce students to the discipline of international business. It discusses the uniqueness of the international environment and identifies the opportunities and threats for domestic business. It explains the key institutions which have facilitated globalization through the multilateral negotiation process. The bilateral forces stimulating regionalization are also analyzed. Of particular concern is the role of the firm in these processes. Theories and concepts related to trade, investment and strategic decisions including corporate structural options are discussed.
Prerequisite: MKT 11 Annually, 3 credits

Graduate
GBA 521 Financial Accounting and Reporting
This course examines basic accounting concepts and methods and their significance to management and other users of financial statements. Topics include an introduction to fundamental accounting concepts; the measurement and reporting of income, financial position, and cash flows; and the measurement and reporting of assets, liabilities, and stockholders’ equity. Ethical issues are considered throughout this course.
Every Semester, 3 credits

MBA 620 Managing Information Technology and e-Commerce
This course is devoted to the management of information resources in an organization. It will emphasize management concepts and strategies essential for the selection, development, design, implementation, use and maintenance of information and e-Commerce technologies and information systems in today’s organizations. Business cases will be extensively utilized to facilitate classroom discussion.
Co-requisite: GBA 520, GBA 521, GBA 524, GBA 525 (or equivalents)
Every Semester, 3 credits

MBA 621 Financial Markets and Institutions
This course provides the student with knowledge of global financial markets, the institutions that operate in those markets and the manner in which various markets and institutions interrelate. Topics covered include: types of markets and of financial institutions; determinants of interest rates; the risk and term structure of interest rates: money markets and capital markets; asset-backed securities; forwards, futures, options, swaps, and other derivatives; equity markets; the role of central banks in the creation of money and in the conduct of monetary policy; and an examination of some recent developments in global finance.
Prerequisite: GBA 522
Every Semester, 3 credits

MBA 622 Competitive Marketing Strategy
The course focuses on competitive marketing strategy, marketing planning processes, concepts, and methods with a global orientation at the product level as well as at the corporate level. It emphasizes the relationship between marketing and other functions and draws upon perspectives from industrial economics, corporate finance and strategic management literature. Competitive marketing strategies and practices of contemporary firms are discussed as they relate to industrial and consumer products and services. The overall objective of the course is to help students incorporate and apply the skills, methods and insights they have acquired in prior marketing and other business courses in the design and implementation of marketing strategies.
Prerequisite: GBA 524
Every Semester, 3 credits

MBA 623 Organization Behavior
This course examines the important behavioral issues facing individuals within organizations. Initially, focus is placed on the organizational factors that influence behavior. Next, the course examines the individual differences that influence behavior. Topics in this section include motivation, reward systems, and values and ethics. The course then focuses on the development of effective work groups to explore communications, negotiations, teams and the learning organizations. Selected topics in leadership conclude the course of study.
Prerequisite: GBA 523
Every Semester, 3 credits

MBA 624 Operations Management
Operations Management is concerned with the efficient and effective transformation of resources into goods and services. This course is designed to develop the ability to analyze and improve the performance of operations processes in organizations. Topics to be discussed include operations strategy, product/service selection and design, capacity planning, quality management, facility location and layout, inventory management, business process reengineering, and supply chain management.
Prerequisite: GBA 525
Every Semester, 3 credits

MBA 625 Global Business: Environment and Operations
This course introduces the student to the discipline of international business. It demonstrates the uniqueness of the international business environment and focuses on aspects of business necessary to compete in the global arena. The first half of the course focuses on the environmental context in which international firms operate – country-specific factors (socio-cultural, political, legal and economic factors), the global trade and investment environment and the global monetary system. Theories and concepts associated with these factors are surveyed and the forces of regionalization and globalization are discussed, including the facilitating institutions. The second half of the course examines the strategies and structures that firms adopt, and explains how firms can perform their key functions – production, marketing, R & D, finance, human resource management – and compete successfully in the international business environment.
Prerequisite: All Core Courses
Every Semester, 3 credits

MBA 820 Business Policy
Business policy is an integrating course that prepares students for pulling together the diverse disciplines involved in organizational decision making. The course explores formal and informal aspects of policy formation, its application, and consequences. Students deal with formal decision theory and practice, organizational theory and practice, marketing and personnel policies and social conditions as they impinge upon and require new organizational thinking. This course develops students’ capabilities in strategic decision making in a changing world. Issues include the ranking and the definition and measurement of organizational objectives; the concept of organizational strategy; mission; the formulation and evaluation of alternatives; the interrelationships between quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques; the roles of personal values, ethics, and political power; product life cycle; capital allocation; and acquisitions and divestitures. A computer-based simulation, cases, lectures, and group analyses are employed.
Prerequisite: All Core and Management Perspectives Courses
Every Semester, 3 credits

Graduate Business Electives
5 courses chosen from the following areas: