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Business Management
Department of
Business Management
Kimball Galbraith, Department Chair
Chris Andrews, Adam Bair, Craig Bell, Bill Crawford,
R. Drew Eagar, Jack Fuller, Kimball Galbraith, D. Joshua Holt,
Casey Hurley, Jayson Kunzler, Kent Lundin, Jeff Morrin,
Mark Morris, Mark Nygren, Phil Packer, Derick Rhoton,
Kevin Shiley, Michael Ward
Amy Staiger, Department Secretary (208) 496-3620http://www.byui.edu/BusManagement/
Introduction
The mission of the Business Management Department is to create a
learning environment for students to acquire the knowledge, skills,
and experiences necessary to make an immediate contribution in the
workplace and to rapidly grow into leadership positions in their orga-
nizations. We will do this by partnering with industry and nonpro?t
organizations to provide mentoring, seminars, consulting projects,
practiced application, and internships to allow the students to apply
what they have learned via case study and classroom discussion.
Graduating students will emerge with an innovative and entrepre-
neurial spirit, technological and spreadsheet analysis skills, and key
communication and problem-solving skills.
General advisement questions should be directed to the College of
Business and Communication Academic Discovery Center,
Smith 227, (208) 496-9840 or
[email protected]
Online students can contact (208) 496-9900 or [email protected]
Central Aims - Students who successfully complete the degree will
demonstrate the following skills:
1. Demonstrate effective leadership in a variety of settings.
2. Apply principles of innovation in business contexts.
3. Demonstrate pro?ciency in developing and using spreadsheets to
conduct business analysis.
4. Effectively read and understand ?nancial statements to make busi-
ness decisions that improve the “health” of an organization.
5. Demonstrate professional writing skills in business contexts.
6. Gain critical competencies in ?nance, marketing, supply chain
management, or entrepreneurship management.
7. Show integrity in professional and personal settings.
Business Management Standard Degree Graduation Requirements
1. Wireless laptop computers are required for all Business Manage-
ment majors.
2. Successfully complete B 100 with a C- or higher in order to move
on to the next group of business classes.
3. Complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher one of the following:
B 275 or B 298R. If doing B 298R student must be enrolled
within the ?rst three weeks of the semester. The B 298R Begin-
ning Internship requires a minimum of seven weeks’ work and
a minimum of 15 hours per week with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher
before enrolling in the Integrated Business Core (IBC: B 302,
B 322, B 342 and B 361).
4. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher ACCTG 201,
ACCTG 202, ECON 150, ECON 151, B 211, B 212, and B 220
in order to move on to the next group of business classes. B 220
ful?lls the FDENG 301 requirements.
5. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher the Inte-
grated Business Core (IBC: B 302, B 322, B 342, and B 361).
IBC Day Students take B 302, B 322, B 342 and B 361. Online
students take B 301, B 321, B 341 and B 361.
6. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher one of the
following: B 380, B 483, or Econ 358.
7. Successfully complete B 398 Advanced Internship with a C- or
higher for two credits with a minimum of 270 hours’ work over
a 7-week period with a minimum of 20 hours per week. Must be
enrolled and working within the ?rst three weeks of the semester.
8. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher the Emphasis
(Entrepreneurial Management, Finance, Marketing, or Supply
Chain Management) and Capstone (B 499A).
9. Strongly recommend the completion of one of the following: One
or two clusters or a 24-credit minor.
Business Management Concentration Degree Graduation
Requirements
1. Wireless laptop computers are required for all students complet-
ing the Business Management Concentration.
2. Successfully complete B 100 with a C- or higher in order to move
on to the next group of business classes.
3. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher B 211 and
B 212 in order to move on to the next group of business classes.
4. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher the Inte-
grated Business Core (IBC: Day students take B 302, B 322,
B 342, and B 361. Online students take B 301, B 321, B 341 and
B 361).
5. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher one of the
following: B 380 or B 483
6. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher Business
Capstone B 499A .
7. Successfully complete IDS 398 and IDS 499.
Career Opportunities
Students graduating from this major will be prepared for entry-level
management positions in entrepreneurship, ?nance, marketing,
supply chain management/operations management. They will also
receive suf?cient knowledge to pursue entrepreneurial opportunities
in the industry of their choice after gaining relevant experience. The
entrepreneurial management emphasis is designed to help students
develop critical skills in management, innovation, agility, adaptability,
critical thinking, creativity, risk taking, and new idea generation by
examining and testing various business models and business plans.
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Administrative Assistant/Of?ce Manager AAS (370)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 129 3
B 220 3
B 240 3
CIT 110 3
12
Supplemental Courses
Take 23 credits:
ACCTG 180 3
ACCTG 205 2
B 201 3
B 211 3
B 250 3
B 283 3
cont. in next column
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 17
Major 35
Elective 8
Total 60
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Business Management AAS (371)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
• This degree cannot be combined with the BS in Applied Management (405) degree.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 183 3
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
cont. in next column
cont. from previous column
B 283 3
B 298R 1-5
B 301 or B 302 3
B 321 or B 322 3
B 341 or B 342 3
B 361 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
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Credit Requirements:
Foundations 17
Major 42
Elective 1
Total 60
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
BS in Applied Management (405)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
• Students completing the AAS in Business Management (371)
are not allowed to complete this degree.
•*Students should complete all requirements for their speci?c
AAS before moving on to the BS in Applied Management
degree. Students must reach a total of 120 credits, 15 of which
must be 300-level or above while at BYU-Idaho, in order to
graduate.
•**Take B 398 for 2 credits. Meet with the College of Business
and Communication Internship Coordinator to register for
your business-focused internship the semester before you begin
your internship.
AAS Degree
Complete an AAS*:
AAS credits 33-54
Pre-IBC Courses
Take these courses prior to the
IBC Group.
ACCTG 180 3
B 101 or 211 3
6
Post-IBC Course
Take this course after the
IBC but before your last
semester:
B 398** 1-3
2
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
Supplemental Courses
Take 3 credits:
B 220 3
B 250 3
B 275 3
B 283 3
B 370 3
B 383 3
B 483 3
CIT 200 level or above 3
ECON 358 3
3
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 56
Elective 24
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
cont. from previous column
B 370 3
CIT 230 3
COMM 125 3
COMM 175 2
COMM 310 3
COMM 339 3
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Within the ?nance area, students will be particularly suited for oppor-
tunities in ?nancial services, banking, and corporate ?nance. Within
the marketing area, students will be well prepared for careers in sales,
marketing research, marketing services, or business-to-business/
business-to-consumer marketing. Within the supply chain area,
students will be prepared for careers in procurement, production and
operations management, forecasting and production planning, and
logistics management.
Accessibility of Business Management Courses
B 100, B 101, B 129, B 183, B 201, B 220, B 225, B 240, B 250,
B 275, B 283, B 370, B 380, B 383, B 413, and B 483 are available
to all students. B 120 is available to online students only.
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BS in Business Management
Marketing Emphasis (415-95)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
•This major is not available for
online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
B 398 1-3
B 499A 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
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Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483 3
ECON 358 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 275 3
B 298R 1-5
1
Marketing Courses
Take these courses to complete
Primary Emphasis:
B 439 1
B 443 2
B 446 2
B 448 1
B 452 2
B 453 2
10
Take 2 credits:
B 451 or 2
B 457 and 1
COMM 231A 1
2
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 55
Elective 25
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
BS in Business Management
Finance Emphasis (415-96)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
•This major is not available for
online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
B 398 1-3
B 499A 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
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Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483 3
ECON 358 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 275 3
B 298R 1-5
1
Finance Courses
Take these courses to complete
the Primary Emphasis:
B 401 3
B 410 3
B 428 1
B 433 1
8
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 55
Elective 25
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Choose 1 of the following
modules:
Advanced Investments
Take these courses:
B 411 3
B 424 1
4
Real Estate
Take these courses:
B 413 3
B 424 1
4
New Venture Financing
Take these courses:
B 424D 1
B 475 3
4
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
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BS in Business Management
Supply Chain Management Emphasis (415-97)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
•This major is not available for
online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
B 398 1-3
B 499A 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
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Supply Chain Management
Courses
Take these courses:
B 461 3
B 466 3
B 468 3
B 478 3
12
Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483 3
ECON 358 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 275 3
B 298R 1-5
1
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 55
Elective 25
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
BS in Business Management
Entrepreneurial Management Emphasis (415-171)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
•*B 483 is the recommended
course for this emphasis.
•Suggested course sequence for
Entrepreneurial Management
courses: B 183 semesters 1-4; B
283 semester 4-6; B 383 semester
6 or 7; and B 483 semester 7 or
8. Others as outlined on course
sequencing sheet.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
B 398 1-3
B 499A 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
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Entrepreneurial
Management Courses
Take these courses:
B 183 3
B 283 3
B 383 3
9
Take 3 credits:
ACCTG 205 2
B 250 3
B 351 3
B 475 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483* 3
ECON 358 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 275 3
B 298R 1-5
1
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 55
Elective 25
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
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Minor in Finance (247)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for
Minor Courses
•*These courses should be taken
all in one semester as part of the
IBC experience where students
create a business with classmates
and run it on campus for the
duration of the semester.
•This minor is not an option for
online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
OR
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
B 361* 3
OR
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
B 499A 3
12
Option 1
Take 8 credits:
B 401 3
B 410 3
B 428 1
B 433 1
8
Take 4 credits:
B 411 3
B 424 1
OR
B 413 3
B 424 1
OR
B 424D 1
B 475 3
4
Option 2
Take 5 credits:
B 410 3
B 428 1
B 433 1
5
Take 3 credits:
B 370 3
B 383 3
B 483 3
3
Credit Requirements:
Total 24
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Complete one 12-credit option:
Take 4 credits:
B 411 3
B 424 1
OR
B 413 3
B 424 1
OR
B 424D 1
B 475 3
4
Minor in Marketing (248)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Minor Courses
•*These courses should be taken all in one semester as part of the IBC experience where students
create a business with classmates and run it on campus for the duration of the semester.
•This minor is not an option for online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
OR
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
B 361* 3
OR
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
B 499A 3
12
Take 10 credits:
B 439 1
B 443 2
B 446 2
B 448 1
B 452 2
B 453 2
10
Take 2 credits:
B 451 2
OR
B 457 1
COMM 231A 1
2
Credit Requirements:
Total 24
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
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Minor in Supply Chain Management (249)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Minor Courses
•*These courses should be taken all in one semester as part of the IBC experience where students cre-
ate a business with classmates and run it on campus for the duration of the semester.
•This minor is not available to online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
OR
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
B 361* 3
OR
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
B 499A 3
12
Take 12 credits:
B 461 3
B 466 3
B 468 3
B 478 3
12
Credit Requirements:
Total 24
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Minor in Entrepreneurship (251)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Minor Courses
•*These courses should be taken all in one semester as part of the IBC experience where students
create a business with classmates and run it on campus for the duration of the semester.
•Suggested course sequence for entrepreneurship courses: B 283 semester 4-6; B 383 semester 6 or 7;
and B 483 semester 7 or 8. Others as student has time in schedule.
Core Courses
Take 9 credits:
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
OR
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
OR
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 499A 3
9
Take 9 credits:
ACCTG 180 or 201 3
B 283 3
B 383 3
OR
B 283 3
B 383 3
B 483 3
9
Take 6 new credits:
B 250 3
B 351 3
B 361 3
B 475 3
B 483 3
6
Credit Requirements:
Total 24
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Minor in Business Management (250)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Minor
Courses
•*This minor is not for Account-
ing, Economics, and Computer
Information Technology Majors.
Core Courses
Take 10 credits:
(Credits cannot also be part
of major or Foundations
requirements. See Business
Mgmt Dept for appropriate
substitutions)
B 211 3
B 212 4
ECON 150 3
10
Option 1
(for online students only)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
Credit Requirements:
Total 25
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Take 3 credits:
ACCTG 180 3
ACCTG 201 3
3
Option 2
(for day students only; take
in 1 semester)
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
B 361* 3
12
IBC Courses
Complete 1 Option:
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Supply Chain and Operations Management Concentration (D 137)
Program Notes:
•*B 461 and B 478 must be taken concurrently.
•No Double Counting of Concentration Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Concentration Courses
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 100 1
ACCTG 180 3
B 211 3
B 301 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
B 461* 3
B 466 3
B 468 3
B 478* 3
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Supplemental Courses
Take 1 of the following
groups:
B 212 4
OR
ME 142 3
MATH 330 3
4
Interdisciplinary Courses
Take 1 course:
IDS 398R 1-3
ME 398R 1
1
Take 1 course:
IDS 499 2
ME 340 3
2
Credit Requirements:
Total 35
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Administrative Assistant/Of?ce Manager Concentration (D 144)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of
Concentration Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for
Concentration Courses
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 129 3
B 220 3
B 240 3
CIT 110 3
12
Supplemental Courses
Take 20 credits:
Take 1 or more of the
following courses:
B 370 3
COMM 310 3
COMM 339 3
Take the remaining credits
from the following courses:
ACCTG 180 3
ACCTG 205 2
B 201 3
B 211 3
B 250 3
B 283 3
B 351 3
CIT 230 3
COMM 125 3
COMM 175 2
20
Interdisciplinary Courses
Take these courses:
IDS 398R 1-3
IDS 499 2
3
Credit Requirements:
Total 35
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Administrative Assistant Certi?cate (C 101)
Program Notes:
•No Grade Less Than C- for Certi?cate Courses
•Certi?cates are not available to on campus DAY students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 129 3
B 220 3
B 240 3
CIT 110 3
12
Supplemental Courses
Take 1 course:
ACCTG 205 2
CIT 230 3
COMM 125 3
COMM 150 3
2
Credit Requirements:
Total 14
Business Management Concentration (D 128)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Concen-
tration Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for
Concentration Courses
•*IDS 398R needs to be taken for
2 credits.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 499A 3
11
Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483 3
3
Interdisciplinary Courses
Take these courses:
IDS 398R* 1-3
IDS 499 2
4
Credit Requirements:
Total 30
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Option 1(For Day Students:
Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
12
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
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Professional Sales Certi?cate (C 102)
Program Notes:
•No Grade Less Than C- for Certi?cate Courses
•Certi?cates are not available to on campus DAY students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 180 3
B 101 3
B 120 3
B 341 3
COMM 150 3
15
Credit Requirements:
Total 15
Business Fundamentals Certi?cate (C 105)
Program Notes:
•No Grade Less Than C- for Certi?cate Courses
•Certi?cates are not available to on campus DAY students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 298R 1-5
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
20
Credit Requirements:
Total 20
Entrepreneurship Certi?cate (C 106)
Program Notes:
•No Grade Less Than C- for Certi?cate Courses
•Suggested course sequence: B 183 semester 1-4; B 283 semester 4-6; B 383 semester 6 or 7; and B 483 semester 7 or 8. Others as
student has time in schedule.
•Certi?cates are not available to on campus DAY students.
Required Courses
Take 15 credits:
B 183 3
B 250 3
B 283 3
B 351 3
B 383 3
B 483 3
15
Credit Requirements:
Total 15
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Human Resource Management 2111
Take this course:
B 370 Human Resource Management 3
Take 9 credits:
B 321* Organizational Effectiveness 3
COMM 150 Interpersonal Theory and Practice 3
COMM 450 Con?ict Management and Negotiation 3
SOC 323 Race and Ethnic Relations 3
Total Credits 12
*Business majors cannot take B 321 as an option for this cluster.
Finance Cluster (Application Only, see Advising) 2112
Take these courses as one 12-credit class during one semester:
Take these courses:
B 401 Advanced Financial Management 3
B 410 Investments 3
B 428 Real Estate and Financial Management 1
B 433 Personal Finance 1
Choose 1 of the following tracks:
Advanced Investments and Capital Markets
Take these courses:
B 411 Advanced Investments 3
B 424 Finance Law for Corporate and Advanced
Investments 1
Real Estate
Take these courses:
B 413 Advanced Real Estate 3
B 424 Finance Law for Corporate and Advanced
Investments 1
New Venture Financing
Take these courses:
B 424D Legal Aspects of Finance - New Ventures 1
B 475 Financing New Ventures 3
Total Credits 12
Supply Chain Management Cluster (Application Only, see Advising) 2113
Take these courses as one 12-credit class during one semester:
Take these course:
B 461 Advanced Topics in Operations Management 3
B 466 Global Sourcing 3
B 468 Logistics Management 3
B 478 Supply Chain Analysis and Modeling 3
Total Credits 12
Marketing (Application Only, see Advising) 2114
Take these courses as one 12-credit class during one semester:
Take these course:
B 439 Project Management for Managers 1
B 443 Marketing Research Skills 2
B 446 Consumer Behavior and Customer Service 2
B 448 Marketing Law 1
B 452 Sales and Negotiations 2
B 453 Marketing Strategy Research 2
Take 2 credits from:
B 451 Internet Marketing 2
or
B 457 Retail Management 1
and
COMM 231A Basic Advertising Skills: Creative Development 1
Total Credits 12
Entrepreneurship 2115
Take these courses:
B 183 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 3
B 283 Small Business Creation 3
B 383 Launching New Ventures 3
Take 3 credits:
B 250 Web Business Creation 3
B 351 Social Media 3
B 483 Entrepreneurial Management 3
Total Credits 12
General Business 2100
Take this course:
ACCTG 180 Survey of Accounting 3
Take 1 course:
B 101 Introduction to Business 3
B 211 Business Fundamentals 3
Take 1 course:
AGBUS 210 Agricultural Economics 3
ECON 150 Economic Principles and Problems - Micro 3
B 201 Introduction to Finance 3
B 275 Business Law 3
Take 3 credits:
B 301 Financial Management 3
B 321 Organizational Effectiveness 3
B 341 Marketing Management 3
B 361 Production and Operations Management 3
B 370 Human Resource Management 3
B 380 Introduction to International Business 3
B 383 Launching New Ventures 3
B 483 Entrepreneurial Management 3
Total Credits 12
General Business (For Accounting Majors) 2101
Take these courses:
B 321 Organizational Effectiveness 3
B 341 Marketing Management 3
B 361 Production and Operations Management 3
B 499A Principles of Business Strategy 3
Total Credits 12
Administrative Assistant 2103
Take these courses:
B 129 Of?ce Procedures 3
B 220 Advanced Writing in Professional Context 3
B 240 Advanced Word Processing 3
Take 3 credits:
ACCTG 180 Survey of Accounting 3
ACCTG 205 Accounting Software 2
B 201 Introduction to Finance 3
B 211 Business Fundamentals 3
B 250 Web Business Creation 3
B 370 Human Resource Management 3
CIT 110 Introduction to Excel 3
CIT 230 Web Frontend Development 3
COMM 125 Visual Fundamentals 3
COMM 175 Communication Essentials 2
COMM 310 Creating Online Media 3
COMM 339 Events Management 3
Total Credits 12
Real Estate 2106
Take this course:
B 225 Fundamentals of Real Estate 3
Take 9 credits:
ACCTG 180* Survey of Accounting 3
ARCH 100 Survey of Architecture and Construction 1
B 413 Advanced Real Estate 3
CONST 120 Framing Systems 3
CONST 210** Finishing Systems 3
CONST 330** Construction Estimating 3
CONST 350** Soils 3
Total Credits 12
*No double counting of major/minor coursework
**Prerequisites will need to be met
Business Fundamentals 2109
Take the following courses:
ACCTG 201 Financial Accounting 3
B 211 Business Fundamentals 3
ECON 150 Economic Principles and Problems - Micro 3
Take 3 credits:
ACCTG 205 Accounting Software 2
ART 392 Business for the Professional Artist 2
B 225 Fundamentals of Real Estate 3
B 250 Web Business Creation 3
B 275 Business Law 3
B 283 Small Business Creation 3
B 301 Financial Management 3
B 321 Organizational Effectiveness 3
B 341 Marketing Management 3
B 361 Production and Operations Management 3
B 370 Human Resource Management 3
B 413 Advanced Real Estate 3
HS 285 Hospital and Health Administration 3
Total Credits 12
Business Pre-approved Clusters
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Course Descriptions Credits*
B 100 Business Management Orientation (1:1:0:0)
This course is required for Business Management Majors. The course introduces and pre-
pares students to enter the Business Management program. The vision of the university,
college, and department will be discussed. Students will review and prepare their 4-year
academic plan, gain basic technology skills and understanding, and be introduced to the
College of Business and Communication Career Map.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 101 Introduction to Business (3:3:0:0)
This course is intended to introduce students to all the aspects of business management.
Students will learn about marketing, fnance, human resources, management, and global-
ization. All students will be able to see the benefts and challenges of both small and big
businesses. This course will include class discussions, business cases, learning activities,
and team projects. Each student will develop a business exploration plan and examine
important life skills that are essential in business and in life.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 120 Sales and Customer Relations (3:3:0:0)
This course is recommended for students wanting to gain an overview of business
management, marketing, accounting, human resource management, and small business
entrepreneurship. This course is available to online students only.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 129 Offce Procedures (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisite: FDENG 101
In this course, students will develop and apply functional offce skills in time manage-
ment, interpersonal communications, records management, teamwork, and customer
service. Students also learn how to plan meetings, take minutes, and use critical decision-
making skills to identify and solve problems.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 183 Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3:3:0:0)
This course is intended to guide student’s exploration and introspection as they prepare
for the next stage in their Life’s Journey. Through case studies, entrepreneur video clips,
LDS perspectives, ethical challenges, life-planning, and accountability exercises, students
will get clearer about what matters most to them. Students will gain perspective on how
to make decisions, how to learn and grow, and identify long-range goals and next steps.
They’ll discover strategies for staying true when they are distracted, discouraged, or simply
want to quit. A life in business can be truly gratifying, but only when business success is
part of something bigger. It is one thing to write a business plan, but more importantly in
this course students will learn how to draft a life plan and begin with the end in mind. This
course will help students integrate their dreams, values, and future plans and undertake
the ultimate act of entrepreneurship: building a life of meaning.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 201 Introduction to Finance (3:3:0:0)
This is an introductory course to familiarize non-business majors with the basic vocabu-
lary and substantive knowledge of personal fnance, fnancial institutions, and business f-
nance. The course will provide an opportunity to develop skills in effective communication,
fnancial analysis, and problem solving. Ethics in the area of fnance will be discussed.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 211 Business Fundamentals (3:3:0:0)
This course provides an overview of the core functions of business, including product
development, marketing, operations, human resource management, accounting, fnance,
and international business. This will be accomplished primarily by managing an on-line
simulated business where students will learn to make fundamental management
decisions required to effectively run a $50 million corporation. This course is designed
to provide students exposure to the various career opportunities in business and also
recommended for non-business students interested in gaining an overview of business
management, leadership, and small business entrepreneurship.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 212 Business Statistics and Spreadsheet Analysis (4:4:0:0)
Prerequisites: FDMAT 108 and B 211
This course is focused on helping students acquire, develop, and apply the analytical
skills that are needed to address today's challenging business problems. At the core of
this course is a wide range of business problems called mini-projects. These mini-projects
are designed to be realistic and representative of the business activities that might be
required of students in the workplace.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 220 Advanced Writing in Professional Contexts (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: FDENG 101 and 22 credits
This course emphasizes professionalism, critical thinking, and effective communication,
examines solutions, and includes job application documents, interview strategies, and
presentation guidelines.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 225 Fundamentals of Real Estate (3:3:0:0)
This is a one-semester course in basic real estate practices and fnance. The course is in-
tended as a frst course in real estate. The format of this course is lecture and discussion.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 240 Advanced Word Processing (3:3:0:0)
This course provides a thorough understanding of Microsoft Word and enhances effciency,
effectiveness, and professionalism in users and documents. Students will customize
and automate information using Microsoft Offce 2010- Word, Excel, and Access. Topics
include navigation and format in business documents and envelopes, graphics, tables,
charts, labels, themes, styles, forms, macros, and merging and sorting.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 250 Web Business Creation (3:3:0:0)
This course is designed for any student interested in building a web-based business.
Students will go through the necessary steps to build and launch a web-based business
that is capable of accepting online payments.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 275 Business Law (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
This course is an introduction to legal environment in which businesses operate as well
as an overview of laws impacting business. Topics include understanding the legal system,
contracts, ethics, intellectual property, antitrust, employment, business organizations, and
securities.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 283 Small Business Creation (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
Prior to this course, a student will have completed B 183. This course is designed to
introduce students to the basics of small business creation, understand the importance of
creating systems, and expose students to the many career opportunities available in the
feld of entrepreneurship. Students will learn about startups, buying existing businesses,
franchises, and family run businesses. Through class discussions, entrepreneur cases,
guest entrepreneurs, selected readings, and team projects, students will gain a clear un-
derstanding of entrepreneur opportunities. Each student will participate in actually start-
ing a microbusiness during the semester, drafting a one page business plan on their own
big idea and networking with entrepreneur mentors to support their entrepreneur idea.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 298R Beginning Internship (1-5:0:0:0)
Repeatable Course: May earn a maximum of 10 credits
Internship Fees: $78 (LDS) $156 (non-LDS) per credit
Exempt from tuition, but charged this independent course fee
Course Requirement: Instructor Authorization Required
Students must be registered for this course within the frst two weeks of the semester they
are completing the internship. For more information on how to register for an internship
see the Business Management homepage. This course is designed for students working
full or part-time in business-related employment to gain introductory experience and
understanding of the functions of a successful company. Students must complete applica-
tion and approval through the College of Business and Communication Career Services,
contract with their employer to work for college credits, and work a minimum of 15 hours
per week for a minimum of seven weeks. Other requirements include writing reports,
submitting self- and supervisor evaluations, and adhering to BYU-Idaho standards and
policies. Please Note: You cannot repeat this course and replace a previous grade.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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B 301 Financial Management (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 302
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Day students who have declared majors requiring the IBC experience should
not enroll in this course. Instead, they should enroll in B 302, B 322, and B 342. This
course is not intended for Majors 405, 410, 411, 415, or 615, Minors 189 or 190, and
Economic or CIT majors doing a Business Minor. This introductory course in fnancial
management provides a basic foundation for other courses in fnance and business
management. Topics covered in this course include fnancial statement analysis, fnancial
forecasting, leverage, working capital management, capital structure, capital budgeting,
short and long-term fnancial management, sources of fnancing, time value of money, and
cost of capital.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 302 Financial Management IBC (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 301
Concurrent Requisites: B 322 and B 342
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Online majors required to take this course should take B 301. This course
is a part of the Integrated Business Core (IBC) program and must be taken concurrently
with B 322 and B 342. This introductory course in fnancial management provides a basic
foundation for other courses in fnance and business management. Topics covered in
this course include fnancial statement analysis, fnancial forecasting, leverage, working
capital management, capital structure, capital budgeting, short and long-term fnancial
management, sources of fnancing, time value of money, and cost of capital. This course is
required for all other majors doing a Business Minor or Business Emphasis.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 321 Organizational Effectiveness (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 322
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Day students who have declared majors requiring the IBC experience should
not enroll in this course. Instead, they should enroll in B 302, B 322, and B 342. This
course is not intended for Majors 405, 410, 411, 415, or 615, Minors 189 or 190, and
Economic or CIT majors doing a Business Minor. This course incorporates Organizational
Effectiveness at three levels: individual, group, and organizations. Students will examine
these areas: motivation, team, group behavior, organizational design, structure, culture,
communication, leadership, decision making, and managing change.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 322 Organizational Effectiveness IBC (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 321
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Online majors required to take this course should take B 321. This course
is a part of the Integrated Business Core (IBC) program and must be taken concurrently
with B 302 and B 342. This course incorporates Organizational Effectiveness at three
levels: individual, group, and organizations. Students will examine these areas: motivation,
team, group behavior, organizational design, structure, culture, communication, leadership,
decision making, and managing change.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 341 Marketing Management (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 342
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Day students who have declared majors requiring the IBC experience should
not enroll in this course. Instead, they should enroll in B 302, B 322, and B 342. This
course is not intended for Majors 405, 410, 411, 415, or 615, Minors 189 or 190, and
Economic or CIT majors doing a Business Minor. This course is a comprehensive introduc-
tion to the principles of marketing. This course will cover marketing essentials such as
consumer research, consumer segmentation, segment targeting and product positioning,
new product development and introduction, marketing strategy, branding, marketing com-
munications, pricing, and distribution.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 342 Marketing Management IBC (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 341
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Online majors required to take this course should take B 341. This course is
a part of the Integrated Business Core (IBC) program and must be taken concurrently with
B 302 and B 322. This course is a comprehensive introduction to the principles of market-
ing. This course will cover marketing essentials such as consumer research, consumer
segmentation, segment targeting and product positioning, new product development
and introduction, marketing strategy, branding, marketing communications, pricing, and
distribution.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 350 Web Business II (3:3:0:0)
This course is currently not offered.
B 351 Social Media (3:3:0:0)
This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in social media
marketing. Students will learn to use social media to promote businesses and/or other
organizations. Students will work with real businesses/organizations.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 361 Production and Operations Management (3:3:0:0)
Course Fee: $15.00
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This is an introductory course in Production and Operations Management. Topics covered
include operations strategy, project management, forecasting, process analysis, sourcing,
and distribution management. Excel tutorials, web-based simulations, and case studies
will play an important and signifcant role throughout the course.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 370 Human Resource Management (3:3:0:0)
This course is an overview of human resource management topics such as diversity,
EEOC laws, recruiting, training, performance management, compensation and benefts,
motivation, workplace organizational design, diffcult interactions, employee relations, and
safety. The course also considers organizational behavior topics in the context of human
resource management such as teamwork, power dynamics, innovation, and groupthink.
The course leverages case studies and professional/scholarly articles to gain a better
understanding of real-life workplace challenges.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 375 Non-Government Organization (NGO) Management (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: ECON 151 and 48 credits
The course will familiarize students with the structure of non-governmental organizations
(NGOs) and the legal, social, political, and economic environment in which they operate.
Students will learn the basic tools of managing and operating a NGO. Emphasis will be on
NGOs operating in an international environment, applying the principles of self reliance
and sustain ability.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 380 Introduction to International Business (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is an overview of international business designed to provide a global perspec-
tive on international trade and direct investment. Reviews international cultural, political,
legal and economic environments and their effect on marketing, production, and human
resource management strategy.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 383 Launching New Ventures (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
Ideally, a student will have completed B 283 before moving on to B 383. This course is
designed as an introduction to the process of perceiving an opportunity and creating
an organization to pursue it. Working alone and in teams students will learn to plan,
fnance, launch, manage, and harvest a new venture. In order to integrate ideas across
departments and colleges, this course will be open to students in engineering, computer
science, and business management. All students who desire to lead a business plan team
will have an opportunity to describe their ventures in the early class sessions to facilitate
team member recruiting. Class discussion, readings, lectures, and projects are learning
tools. A student's project is developed throughout this course and involves completing a
new venture plan and fnancial forecast. Each team business plan also becomes a live
case for the purposes of class discussion.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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B 398 Advanced Business Internship (1-3:0:0:0)
Internship Fees: $78.00 (LDS) $156.00 (non-LDS) per credit
Exempt from tuition, but charged this independent course fee
Course Requirement: Instructor authorization required
This course is required for all Business Management students. Students must be
registered for this course within the frst two weeks of the semester they are completing
the internship. For more information on how to register for an internship see the Business
Management homepage. Students will fnd a professional business management intern-
ship in an approved business, complete the application and obtain approval through the
College of Business and Communication Career Services, be enrolled in the course, write
reports, submit evaluations, and complete at least 270 hours of work in seven weeks or
more. During their internship students will gain a greater vision of becoming a business
professional and establish career networking links. Students will earn three credits and
may receive compensation from the employer and letters of recommendation from both
the employer and BYU-Idaho.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 399R Special Projects (1-3:9:0:0)
Repeatable Course: May earn a maximum of 9 credits
Course Requirement: Department authorization required
An arranged research or special project course. Please note: You cannot repeat this
course and replace a previous grade.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 401 Advanced Financial Management (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: ACCTG 202 and ([B 212 and B 301] or [B 212 and B302] or ACCTG 301 or
ECON 255)
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
This course will incorporate fnancial management in the corporate setting, asset valu-
ation, risk analysis capital decision making, fnancial controls, applications of fnancial
principles to the corporate organization, in-depth coverage of securities structure and
pricing, capital generation, and dividend policy. This course also includes working capital
management, leasing, and international corporate fnance.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 410 Investments (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 212 or ACCTG 301 or ECON 255
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
This course covers topics in the fnancial markets, including portfolio theory, real estate,
fxed-income securities, security analysis, mutual funds, and derivative assets, fnancial
markets, investment vehicles, asset allocation, risk analysis, evaluating performance,
global considerations, buying and selling securities, and tax implications of investing.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 411 Advanced Investments (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 212 or ACCTG 301 or ECON 255
Corequisite: B 410
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
This is an advanced investments course that covers topics in fnancial markets, invest-
ments, portfolio theory, real estate, hedging, fxed-income securities, structured fnance,
security analysis, and derivative assets. This course will take a practical approach to in-
vesting and place strong emphasis on the development of advanced spreadsheet models.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 413 Advanced Real Estate (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course builds on the prior learning of students who completed B 225. It is intended
to be a second course in real estate principles and practices, and is aimed at preparing
students to enter the real estate business.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 424 Finance Law for Corporate and Advanced Investments (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
This course provides a focused look at the laws and regulations that impact fnance
professionals. The course builds on a general understanding of business law concepts to
focus on areas of law most relevant to fnance including corporate governance, share-
holder rights, securities regulation, bankruptcy, and secured transactions.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 424D Legal Aspects Finance-New Venture (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
This course provides a focused look at the primary legal issues you will encounter in a
new business venture. This course builds on a general understanding of business law
concepts to focus on areas of law most relevant to New Ventures including employees
stock option plans, executive compensation and employment contracts, non-disclosure
agreements, choice and creation of business entities, business licensing, statutory
requirements for corporations, security laws that apply to private fnancing, mergers and
acquisitions, review of contracts, torts, and employment laws. The New Ventures Law is
part of the Business Management New Ventures emphasis. If a student is a business
major and changes their emphasis, they must transfer into the appropriate law course, for
instance Marketing Law or Finance Law. Non-business majors are welcome to take this
course. We believe that governments were instituted of God for the beneft of man, and
that he holds men accountable for their acts in relation to them, both in making laws and
administering them, for the good and safety of society. (Doctrine and Covenants 134:1)
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 428 Real Estate and Financial Management (1:1:0:0)
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
This course covers topics, skills, and vocabulary used in the real estate arena.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 432 Corporate Finance and Banking (3:3:0:0)
(This course is currently not offered.)
B 433 Personal Finance (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
The primary purpose of this course is for students to learn to apply personal fnancial
management tools to their own and their clients' lives. The content covers advanced time
value of money, retirement planning strategies, tax-deferred retirement planning vehicles,
asset allocation, specifc investment products, insurance, estate planning, and fnancial
planning strategies. Students broaden their understanding and develop skills through
problem solving using Excel, through case studies, and through application to existing
personal fnancial management situations.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 439 Project Management for Managers (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis
program. This course involves a hands-on, case-based simulation that introduces students
to the principles of project management from the perspective of a marketing manager.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 443 Marketing Research Skills (2:2:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis
program. Concepts and methodology for conducting quantitative marketing research will
be discussed. There will be an emphasis on solving problems faced by marketing manager.
There will also be a consulting research project required, involving the use of statistical
database software.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 446 Consumer Behavior and Customer Service (2:2:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 341 or B 342
This is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis experience.
This course explores how the consumer's culture and psychological make-up affect buying
decisions.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 448 Marketing Law (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
This course provides a focused look at the laws and regulations that impact marketing
professionals. This course builds on a general understanding of business law concepts to
focus on areas of law most relevant to marketing including intellectual property, antitrust,
contracts, product liability, and advertising regulation.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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B 451 Internet Marketing (2:2:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis
program. Upon successful completion of this course a student should be able to do
the following: 1) Create and manage a pay-per-click (PPC) campaign including keyword
selection, ad text creation, and landing page selection, 2) Optimize keywords, ad text, and
landing pages in a pay-per-clicks campaign, 3) Make basic search engine optimization
(SEO) changes to a website and measure the effectiveness of those changes and 4) Use
web analytics to identify areas that could be optimized in PPC and SEO and to measure
the effectiveness of those changes.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 452 Sales and Negotiations (2:2:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis pro-
gram. This is an introductory and highly-participatory course, with the goal of introducing
students to fundamental principles of effective business-to-business professional selling
and negotiations. Students will recognize the importance of sales process in an enterprise
and the value of negotiating skills in business through the use of case studies, assigned
reading, class discussing, and role-plays.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 453 Marketing Strategy Research (2:2:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 341 or B 342
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis pro-
gram. This course focuses on the role marketing plays in gaining a sustainable competitive
advantage. Content covered within the course includes steps in developing a strategic
marketing plan through situation analysis, objectives, and strategies where current case
studies are used.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 457 Retail Management (1:1:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 341 or B 342
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis
program.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 458 Principles of Supply Chain Management (1:1:0:0)
This course is not currently offered.
B 461 Advanced Topics in Operations Management (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 361 and (B 212 or [ME 142 and MATH 330])
This course is a part of the Business Management Supply Chain Management Emphasis.
This course is one of the four core courses of the Integrated Supply Chain Emphasis
(ISCE). It involves the study of supply chain related activities, decisions, and concepts that
help an organization to effectively manage risks and maintain responsiveness and fex-
ibility in the face of demand and supply uncertainty. Given the high degree of uncertainty
that many supply chains face today, it is important to know how to help companies under-
stand those uncertainties and make cost effective decisions that will result in increased
fexibility throughout a supply chain.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 466 Global Sourcing (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisite: B 361
This course is a part of the Business Management Supply Chain Management Emphasis.
This course will focus on the buy-side aspects of supply chain management. Students will
learn through case studies, scholarly articles, textbooks, and interactions with supply-
chain professionals. Signifcant emphasis will be placed on learning through real-world
application. Focus topics include supplier management strategies, supplier relationship
management, procurement processes, vendor selection, negotiations, supplier develop-
ment, E-procurement, and ethics.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 468 Logistics Management (3:3:0:0)
Total Course Fees: $20.00
Prerequisite: B 361
This course is a part of the Business Management Supply Chain Management Emphasis.
This course will help students gain an understanding of supply chain-wide materials and
information fows with a particular focus on outbound logistics: warehouse management,
transportation management, and distribution network design. Learning methods will
include simulations, in-class games/activities, readings, lectures, case discussions, and
team presentations. Students will also be encouraged to join relevant professional supply
chain associations including ISM (The Institute for Supply Management), APICS (The As-
sociation for Operations Management), and the BYU-Idaho Supply Chain LinkedIn group.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 475 Financing New Ventures (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
An overview of all the options available to successfully fnance new ventures. Financing
alternatives are explored including debt fnancing from venture banks, commercial banks,
and SBICs, and equity fnancing from angels, private placements, venture capitalists, and
public equity markets.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 478 Supply Chain Analysis and Modeling (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 361 and (B 212 or [ME 142 and MATH 330])
Concurrent Requisite: B 461
This course is a part of the Business Management Supply Chain Management Emphasis.
Supply Chain Analysis and Modeling is one of the four core courses of the Integrated
Supply Chain Emphasis (ISCE). It is focused on the use of computer tools and modeling
techniques to support supply chain analysis and decision-making. The ability to collect,
organize, interpret, and effectively communicate the right information is an important skill
that is much needed in today's complex realm of supply chain management. This course
will give students the opportunity to strengthen supply chain analysis skills using the
Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 483 Entrepreneurial Management (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
The Entrepreneurial Management course was created to help students learn how to inte-
grate the functional analysis of management (fnancial, operational, organizational, and
marketing) into decisions that lead to action. The entrepreneurial context then becomes
a powerful setting for developing these skills because a new venture will not move forward
without managers making decisions that lead to action. Students should be able to a)
understand the decision making process, b) develop good analysis, and c) communicate
and defne a solid recommendation to key stake holders (senior management, team
members, or investors).
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 499A Principles of Business Strategy (3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 72 credits required
This course is a business strategy capstone experience focusing on theory of strategy and
problem solving using the case method and projects. Students form cross-disciplinary
teams to participate in an online business simulation and to provide consulting services
to local businesses. Consulting services require attendance at regular meetings outside of
class during business hours for both online and on-campus students. In this course there
will be an emphasis on problem-framing, analysis, and strategic recommendations, both
quantitative and qualitative.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 499B Business Writing Capstone (1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This is a business writing capstone course that focuses on the writing required for employ-
ment in each business emphasis. Students will conduct a personal writing SWOT analysis,
speak with mentors in their profession, determine the four documents they will create,
teach one another to edit and revise to professional standards, and gain confdence in
their wiring abilities for future employment opportunities.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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Department of
Business Management
Kimball Galbraith, Department Chair
Chris Andrews, Adam Bair, Craig Bell, Bill Crawford,
R. Drew Eagar, Jack Fuller, Kimball Galbraith, D. Joshua Holt,
Casey Hurley, Jayson Kunzler, Kent Lundin, Jeff Morrin,
Mark Morris, Mark Nygren, Phil Packer, Derick Rhoton,
Kevin Shiley, Michael Ward
Amy Staiger, Department Secretary (208) 496-3620http://www.byui.edu/BusManagement/
Introduction
The mission of the Business Management Department is to create a
learning environment for students to acquire the knowledge, skills,
and experiences necessary to make an immediate contribution in the
workplace and to rapidly grow into leadership positions in their orga-
nizations. We will do this by partnering with industry and nonpro?t
organizations to provide mentoring, seminars, consulting projects,
practiced application, and internships to allow the students to apply
what they have learned via case study and classroom discussion.
Graduating students will emerge with an innovative and entrepre-
neurial spirit, technological and spreadsheet analysis skills, and key
communication and problem-solving skills.
General advisement questions should be directed to the College of
Business and Communication Academic Discovery Center,
Smith 227, (208) 496-9840 or
[email protected]
Online students can contact (208) 496-9900 or [email protected]
Central Aims - Students who successfully complete the degree will
demonstrate the following skills:
1. Demonstrate effective leadership in a variety of settings.
2. Apply principles of innovation in business contexts.
3. Demonstrate pro?ciency in developing and using spreadsheets to
conduct business analysis.
4. Effectively read and understand ?nancial statements to make busi-
ness decisions that improve the “health” of an organization.
5. Demonstrate professional writing skills in business contexts.
6. Gain critical competencies in ?nance, marketing, supply chain
management, or entrepreneurship management.
7. Show integrity in professional and personal settings.
Business Management Standard Degree Graduation Requirements
1. Wireless laptop computers are required for all Business Manage-
ment majors.
2. Successfully complete B 100 with a C- or higher in order to move
on to the next group of business classes.
3. Complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher one of the following:
B 275 or B 298R. If doing B 298R student must be enrolled
within the ?rst three weeks of the semester. The B 298R Begin-
ning Internship requires a minimum of seven weeks’ work and
a minimum of 15 hours per week with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher
before enrolling in the Integrated Business Core (IBC: B 302,
B 322, B 342 and B 361).
4. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher ACCTG 201,
ACCTG 202, ECON 150, ECON 151, B 211, B 212, and B 220
in order to move on to the next group of business classes. B 220
ful?lls the FDENG 301 requirements.
5. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher the Inte-
grated Business Core (IBC: B 302, B 322, B 342, and B 361).
IBC Day Students take B 302, B 322, B 342 and B 361. Online
students take B 301, B 321, B 341 and B 361.
6. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher one of the
following: B 380, B 483, or Econ 358.
7. Successfully complete B 398 Advanced Internship with a C- or
higher for two credits with a minimum of 270 hours’ work over
a 7-week period with a minimum of 20 hours per week. Must be
enrolled and working within the ?rst three weeks of the semester.
8. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher the Emphasis
(Entrepreneurial Management, Finance, Marketing, or Supply
Chain Management) and Capstone (B 499A).
9. Strongly recommend the completion of one of the following: One
or two clusters or a 24-credit minor.
Business Management Concentration Degree Graduation
Requirements
1. Wireless laptop computers are required for all students complet-
ing the Business Management Concentration.
2. Successfully complete B 100 with a C- or higher in order to move
on to the next group of business classes.
3. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher B 211 and
B 212 in order to move on to the next group of business classes.
4. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher the Inte-
grated Business Core (IBC: Day students take B 302, B 322,
B 342, and B 361. Online students take B 301, B 321, B 341 and
B 361).
5. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher one of the
following: B 380 or B 483
6. Successfully complete with a 2.5 GPA/C- or higher Business
Capstone B 499A .
7. Successfully complete IDS 398 and IDS 499.
Career Opportunities
Students graduating from this major will be prepared for entry-level
management positions in entrepreneurship, ?nance, marketing,
supply chain management/operations management. They will also
receive suf?cient knowledge to pursue entrepreneurial opportunities
in the industry of their choice after gaining relevant experience. The
entrepreneurial management emphasis is designed to help students
develop critical skills in management, innovation, agility, adaptability,
critical thinking, creativity, risk taking, and new idea generation by
examining and testing various business models and business plans.
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Administrative Assistant/Of?ce Manager AAS (370)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 129 3
B 220 3
B 240 3
CIT 110 3
12
Supplemental Courses
Take 23 credits:
ACCTG 180 3
ACCTG 205 2
B 201 3
B 211 3
B 250 3
B 283 3
cont. in next column
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 17
Major 35
Elective 8
Total 60
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Business Management AAS (371)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
• This degree cannot be combined with the BS in Applied Management (405) degree.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 183 3
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
cont. in next column
cont. from previous column
B 283 3
B 298R 1-5
B 301 or B 302 3
B 321 or B 322 3
B 341 or B 342 3
B 361 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
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Credit Requirements:
Foundations 17
Major 42
Elective 1
Total 60
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
BS in Applied Management (405)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
• Students completing the AAS in Business Management (371)
are not allowed to complete this degree.
•*Students should complete all requirements for their speci?c
AAS before moving on to the BS in Applied Management
degree. Students must reach a total of 120 credits, 15 of which
must be 300-level or above while at BYU-Idaho, in order to
graduate.
•**Take B 398 for 2 credits. Meet with the College of Business
and Communication Internship Coordinator to register for
your business-focused internship the semester before you begin
your internship.
AAS Degree
Complete an AAS*:
AAS credits 33-54
Pre-IBC Courses
Take these courses prior to the
IBC Group.
ACCTG 180 3
B 101 or 211 3
6
Post-IBC Course
Take this course after the
IBC but before your last
semester:
B 398** 1-3
2
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
Supplemental Courses
Take 3 credits:
B 220 3
B 250 3
B 275 3
B 283 3
B 370 3
B 383 3
B 483 3
CIT 200 level or above 3
ECON 358 3
3
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 56
Elective 24
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
cont. from previous column
B 370 3
CIT 230 3
COMM 125 3
COMM 175 2
COMM 310 3
COMM 339 3
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Within the ?nance area, students will be particularly suited for oppor-
tunities in ?nancial services, banking, and corporate ?nance. Within
the marketing area, students will be well prepared for careers in sales,
marketing research, marketing services, or business-to-business/
business-to-consumer marketing. Within the supply chain area,
students will be prepared for careers in procurement, production and
operations management, forecasting and production planning, and
logistics management.
Accessibility of Business Management Courses
B 100, B 101, B 129, B 183, B 201, B 220, B 225, B 240, B 250,
B 275, B 283, B 370, B 380, B 383, B 413, and B 483 are available
to all students. B 120 is available to online students only.
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BS in Business Management
Marketing Emphasis (415-95)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
•This major is not available for
online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
B 398 1-3
B 499A 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
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Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483 3
ECON 358 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 275 3
B 298R 1-5
1
Marketing Courses
Take these courses to complete
Primary Emphasis:
B 439 1
B 443 2
B 446 2
B 448 1
B 452 2
B 453 2
10
Take 2 credits:
B 451 or 2
B 457 and 1
COMM 231A 1
2
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 55
Elective 25
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
BS in Business Management
Finance Emphasis (415-96)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
•This major is not available for
online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
B 398 1-3
B 499A 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
39
Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483 3
ECON 358 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 275 3
B 298R 1-5
1
Finance Courses
Take these courses to complete
the Primary Emphasis:
B 401 3
B 410 3
B 428 1
B 433 1
8
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 55
Elective 25
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Choose 1 of the following
modules:
Advanced Investments
Take these courses:
B 411 3
B 424 1
4
Real Estate
Take these courses:
B 413 3
B 424 1
4
New Venture Financing
Take these courses:
B 424D 1
B 475 3
4
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
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BS in Business Management
Supply Chain Management Emphasis (415-97)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
•This major is not available for
online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
B 398 1-3
B 499A 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
39
Supply Chain Management
Courses
Take these courses:
B 461 3
B 466 3
B 468 3
B 478 3
12
Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483 3
ECON 358 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 275 3
B 298R 1-5
1
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 55
Elective 25
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
BS in Business Management
Entrepreneurial Management Emphasis (415-171)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Major
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C-
•*B 483 is the recommended
course for this emphasis.
•Suggested course sequence for
Entrepreneurial Management
courses: B 183 semesters 1-4; B
283 semester 4-6; B 383 semester
6 or 7; and B 483 semester 7 or
8. Others as outlined on course
sequencing sheet.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 220 3
B 398 1-3
B 499A 3
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
39
Entrepreneurial
Management Courses
Take these courses:
B 183 3
B 283 3
B 383 3
9
Take 3 credits:
ACCTG 205 2
B 250 3
B 351 3
B 475 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483* 3
ECON 358 3
3
Take 1 course:
B 275 3
B 298R 1-5
1
Credit Requirements:
Foundations 40
Major 55
Elective 25
Total 120
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
Option 1 (For Day Stu-
dents: Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
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Minor in Finance (247)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for
Minor Courses
•*These courses should be taken
all in one semester as part of the
IBC experience where students
create a business with classmates
and run it on campus for the
duration of the semester.
•This minor is not an option for
online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
OR
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
B 361* 3
OR
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
B 499A 3
12
Option 1
Take 8 credits:
B 401 3
B 410 3
B 428 1
B 433 1
8
Take 4 credits:
B 411 3
B 424 1
OR
B 413 3
B 424 1
OR
B 424D 1
B 475 3
4
Option 2
Take 5 credits:
B 410 3
B 428 1
B 433 1
5
Take 3 credits:
B 370 3
B 383 3
B 483 3
3
Credit Requirements:
Total 24
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Complete one 12-credit option:
Take 4 credits:
B 411 3
B 424 1
OR
B 413 3
B 424 1
OR
B 424D 1
B 475 3
4
Minor in Marketing (248)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Minor Courses
•*These courses should be taken all in one semester as part of the IBC experience where students
create a business with classmates and run it on campus for the duration of the semester.
•This minor is not an option for online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
OR
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
B 361* 3
OR
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
B 499A 3
12
Take 10 credits:
B 439 1
B 443 2
B 446 2
B 448 1
B 452 2
B 453 2
10
Take 2 credits:
B 451 2
OR
B 457 1
COMM 231A 1
2
Credit Requirements:
Total 24
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
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Minor in Supply Chain Management (249)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Minor Courses
•*These courses should be taken all in one semester as part of the IBC experience where students cre-
ate a business with classmates and run it on campus for the duration of the semester.
•This minor is not available to online students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
OR
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
B 361* 3
OR
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
B 499A 3
12
Take 12 credits:
B 461 3
B 466 3
B 468 3
B 478 3
12
Credit Requirements:
Total 24
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Minor in Entrepreneurship (251)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Minor Courses
•*These courses should be taken all in one semester as part of the IBC experience where students
create a business with classmates and run it on campus for the duration of the semester.
•Suggested course sequence for entrepreneurship courses: B 283 semester 4-6; B 383 semester 6 or 7;
and B 483 semester 7 or 8. Others as student has time in schedule.
Core Courses
Take 9 credits:
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
OR
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
OR
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 499A 3
9
Take 9 credits:
ACCTG 180 or 201 3
B 283 3
B 383 3
OR
B 283 3
B 383 3
B 483 3
9
Take 6 new credits:
B 250 3
B 351 3
B 361 3
B 475 3
B 483 3
6
Credit Requirements:
Total 24
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Minor in Business Management (250)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Minor
Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Minor
Courses
•*This minor is not for Account-
ing, Economics, and Computer
Information Technology Majors.
Core Courses
Take 10 credits:
(Credits cannot also be part
of major or Foundations
requirements. See Business
Mgmt Dept for appropriate
substitutions)
B 211 3
B 212 4
ECON 150 3
10
Option 1
(for online students only)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
Credit Requirements:
Total 25
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Take 3 credits:
ACCTG 180 3
ACCTG 201 3
3
Option 2
(for day students only; take
in 1 semester)
B 302* 3
B 322* 3
B 342* 3
B 361* 3
12
IBC Courses
Complete 1 Option:
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Supply Chain and Operations Management Concentration (D 137)
Program Notes:
•*B 461 and B 478 must be taken concurrently.
•No Double Counting of Concentration Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for Concentration Courses
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 100 1
ACCTG 180 3
B 211 3
B 301 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
B 461* 3
B 466 3
B 468 3
B 478* 3
28
Supplemental Courses
Take 1 of the following
groups:
B 212 4
OR
ME 142 3
MATH 330 3
4
Interdisciplinary Courses
Take 1 course:
IDS 398R 1-3
ME 398R 1
1
Take 1 course:
IDS 499 2
ME 340 3
2
Credit Requirements:
Total 35
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Administrative Assistant/Of?ce Manager Concentration (D 144)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of
Concentration Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for
Concentration Courses
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 129 3
B 220 3
B 240 3
CIT 110 3
12
Supplemental Courses
Take 20 credits:
Take 1 or more of the
following courses:
B 370 3
COMM 310 3
COMM 339 3
Take the remaining credits
from the following courses:
ACCTG 180 3
ACCTG 205 2
B 201 3
B 211 3
B 250 3
B 283 3
B 351 3
CIT 230 3
COMM 125 3
COMM 175 2
20
Interdisciplinary Courses
Take these courses:
IDS 398R 1-3
IDS 499 2
3
Credit Requirements:
Total 35
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Administrative Assistant Certi?cate (C 101)
Program Notes:
•No Grade Less Than C- for Certi?cate Courses
•Certi?cates are not available to on campus DAY students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 129 3
B 220 3
B 240 3
CIT 110 3
12
Supplemental Courses
Take 1 course:
ACCTG 205 2
CIT 230 3
COMM 125 3
COMM 150 3
2
Credit Requirements:
Total 14
Business Management Concentration (D 128)
Program Notes:
•No Double Counting of Concen-
tration Courses
•No Grade Less Than C- for
Concentration Courses
•*IDS 398R needs to be taken for
2 credits.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
B 100 1
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 499A 3
11
Take 1 course:
B 380 3
B 483 3
3
Interdisciplinary Courses
Take these courses:
IDS 398R* 1-3
IDS 499 2
4
Credit Requirements:
Total 30
Tracks Available:
Fall-Winter Yes
Winter-Spring Yes
Spring-Fall Yes
Option 1(For Day Students:
Take in 1 semester)
B 302 3
B 322 3
B 342 3
B 361 3
12
Option 2(For Online
Students)
B 301 3
B 321 3
B 341 3
B 361 3
12
IBC Courses
Complete 1 option:
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Professional Sales Certi?cate (C 102)
Program Notes:
•No Grade Less Than C- for Certi?cate Courses
•Certi?cates are not available to on campus DAY students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 180 3
B 101 3
B 120 3
B 341 3
COMM 150 3
15
Credit Requirements:
Total 15
Business Fundamentals Certi?cate (C 105)
Program Notes:
•No Grade Less Than C- for Certi?cate Courses
•Certi?cates are not available to on campus DAY students.
Core Courses
Take these courses:
ACCTG 201 3
ACCTG 202 3
B 211 3
B 212 4
B 298R 1-5
ECON 150 3
ECON 151 3
20
Credit Requirements:
Total 20
Entrepreneurship Certi?cate (C 106)
Program Notes:
•No Grade Less Than C- for Certi?cate Courses
•Suggested course sequence: B 183 semester 1-4; B 283 semester 4-6; B 383 semester 6 or 7; and B 483 semester 7 or 8. Others as
student has time in schedule.
•Certi?cates are not available to on campus DAY students.
Required Courses
Take 15 credits:
B 183 3
B 250 3
B 283 3
B 351 3
B 383 3
B 483 3
15
Credit Requirements:
Total 15
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Human Resource Management 2111
Take this course:
B 370 Human Resource Management 3
Take 9 credits:
B 321* Organizational Effectiveness 3
COMM 150 Interpersonal Theory and Practice 3
COMM 450 Con?ict Management and Negotiation 3
SOC 323 Race and Ethnic Relations 3
Total Credits 12
*Business majors cannot take B 321 as an option for this cluster.
Finance Cluster (Application Only, see Advising) 2112
Take these courses as one 12-credit class during one semester:
Take these courses:
B 401 Advanced Financial Management 3
B 410 Investments 3
B 428 Real Estate and Financial Management 1
B 433 Personal Finance 1
Choose 1 of the following tracks:
Advanced Investments and Capital Markets
Take these courses:
B 411 Advanced Investments 3
B 424 Finance Law for Corporate and Advanced
Investments 1
Real Estate
Take these courses:
B 413 Advanced Real Estate 3
B 424 Finance Law for Corporate and Advanced
Investments 1
New Venture Financing
Take these courses:
B 424D Legal Aspects of Finance - New Ventures 1
B 475 Financing New Ventures 3
Total Credits 12
Supply Chain Management Cluster (Application Only, see Advising) 2113
Take these courses as one 12-credit class during one semester:
Take these course:
B 461 Advanced Topics in Operations Management 3
B 466 Global Sourcing 3
B 468 Logistics Management 3
B 478 Supply Chain Analysis and Modeling 3
Total Credits 12
Marketing (Application Only, see Advising) 2114
Take these courses as one 12-credit class during one semester:
Take these course:
B 439 Project Management for Managers 1
B 443 Marketing Research Skills 2
B 446 Consumer Behavior and Customer Service 2
B 448 Marketing Law 1
B 452 Sales and Negotiations 2
B 453 Marketing Strategy Research 2
Take 2 credits from:
B 451 Internet Marketing 2
or
B 457 Retail Management 1
and
COMM 231A Basic Advertising Skills: Creative Development 1
Total Credits 12
Entrepreneurship 2115
Take these courses:
B 183 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 3
B 283 Small Business Creation 3
B 383 Launching New Ventures 3
Take 3 credits:
B 250 Web Business Creation 3
B 351 Social Media 3
B 483 Entrepreneurial Management 3
Total Credits 12
General Business 2100
Take this course:
ACCTG 180 Survey of Accounting 3
Take 1 course:
B 101 Introduction to Business 3
B 211 Business Fundamentals 3
Take 1 course:
AGBUS 210 Agricultural Economics 3
ECON 150 Economic Principles and Problems - Micro 3
B 201 Introduction to Finance 3
B 275 Business Law 3
Take 3 credits:
B 301 Financial Management 3
B 321 Organizational Effectiveness 3
B 341 Marketing Management 3
B 361 Production and Operations Management 3
B 370 Human Resource Management 3
B 380 Introduction to International Business 3
B 383 Launching New Ventures 3
B 483 Entrepreneurial Management 3
Total Credits 12
General Business (For Accounting Majors) 2101
Take these courses:
B 321 Organizational Effectiveness 3
B 341 Marketing Management 3
B 361 Production and Operations Management 3
B 499A Principles of Business Strategy 3
Total Credits 12
Administrative Assistant 2103
Take these courses:
B 129 Of?ce Procedures 3
B 220 Advanced Writing in Professional Context 3
B 240 Advanced Word Processing 3
Take 3 credits:
ACCTG 180 Survey of Accounting 3
ACCTG 205 Accounting Software 2
B 201 Introduction to Finance 3
B 211 Business Fundamentals 3
B 250 Web Business Creation 3
B 370 Human Resource Management 3
CIT 110 Introduction to Excel 3
CIT 230 Web Frontend Development 3
COMM 125 Visual Fundamentals 3
COMM 175 Communication Essentials 2
COMM 310 Creating Online Media 3
COMM 339 Events Management 3
Total Credits 12
Real Estate 2106
Take this course:
B 225 Fundamentals of Real Estate 3
Take 9 credits:
ACCTG 180* Survey of Accounting 3
ARCH 100 Survey of Architecture and Construction 1
B 413 Advanced Real Estate 3
CONST 120 Framing Systems 3
CONST 210** Finishing Systems 3
CONST 330** Construction Estimating 3
CONST 350** Soils 3
Total Credits 12
*No double counting of major/minor coursework
**Prerequisites will need to be met
Business Fundamentals 2109
Take the following courses:
ACCTG 201 Financial Accounting 3
B 211 Business Fundamentals 3
ECON 150 Economic Principles and Problems - Micro 3
Take 3 credits:
ACCTG 205 Accounting Software 2
ART 392 Business for the Professional Artist 2
B 225 Fundamentals of Real Estate 3
B 250 Web Business Creation 3
B 275 Business Law 3
B 283 Small Business Creation 3
B 301 Financial Management 3
B 321 Organizational Effectiveness 3
B 341 Marketing Management 3
B 361 Production and Operations Management 3
B 370 Human Resource Management 3
B 413 Advanced Real Estate 3
HS 285 Hospital and Health Administration 3
Total Credits 12
Business Pre-approved Clusters
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* Credit Description (Credit Hours : Lecture Hours per week : Lab Hours per week : Guided Instruction Hours per week)
Course Descriptions Credits*
B 100 Business Management Orientation (1:1:0:0)
This course is required for Business Management Majors. The course introduces and pre-
pares students to enter the Business Management program. The vision of the university,
college, and department will be discussed. Students will review and prepare their 4-year
academic plan, gain basic technology skills and understanding, and be introduced to the
College of Business and Communication Career Map.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 101 Introduction to Business (3:3:0:0)
This course is intended to introduce students to all the aspects of business management.
Students will learn about marketing, fnance, human resources, management, and global-
ization. All students will be able to see the benefts and challenges of both small and big
businesses. This course will include class discussions, business cases, learning activities,
and team projects. Each student will develop a business exploration plan and examine
important life skills that are essential in business and in life.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 120 Sales and Customer Relations (3:3:0:0)
This course is recommended for students wanting to gain an overview of business
management, marketing, accounting, human resource management, and small business
entrepreneurship. This course is available to online students only.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 129 Offce Procedures (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisite: FDENG 101
In this course, students will develop and apply functional offce skills in time manage-
ment, interpersonal communications, records management, teamwork, and customer
service. Students also learn how to plan meetings, take minutes, and use critical decision-
making skills to identify and solve problems.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 183 Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3:3:0:0)
This course is intended to guide student’s exploration and introspection as they prepare
for the next stage in their Life’s Journey. Through case studies, entrepreneur video clips,
LDS perspectives, ethical challenges, life-planning, and accountability exercises, students
will get clearer about what matters most to them. Students will gain perspective on how
to make decisions, how to learn and grow, and identify long-range goals and next steps.
They’ll discover strategies for staying true when they are distracted, discouraged, or simply
want to quit. A life in business can be truly gratifying, but only when business success is
part of something bigger. It is one thing to write a business plan, but more importantly in
this course students will learn how to draft a life plan and begin with the end in mind. This
course will help students integrate their dreams, values, and future plans and undertake
the ultimate act of entrepreneurship: building a life of meaning.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 201 Introduction to Finance (3:3:0:0)
This is an introductory course to familiarize non-business majors with the basic vocabu-
lary and substantive knowledge of personal fnance, fnancial institutions, and business f-
nance. The course will provide an opportunity to develop skills in effective communication,
fnancial analysis, and problem solving. Ethics in the area of fnance will be discussed.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 211 Business Fundamentals (3:3:0:0)
This course provides an overview of the core functions of business, including product
development, marketing, operations, human resource management, accounting, fnance,
and international business. This will be accomplished primarily by managing an on-line
simulated business where students will learn to make fundamental management
decisions required to effectively run a $50 million corporation. This course is designed
to provide students exposure to the various career opportunities in business and also
recommended for non-business students interested in gaining an overview of business
management, leadership, and small business entrepreneurship.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 212 Business Statistics and Spreadsheet Analysis (4:4:0:0)
Prerequisites: FDMAT 108 and B 211
This course is focused on helping students acquire, develop, and apply the analytical
skills that are needed to address today's challenging business problems. At the core of
this course is a wide range of business problems called mini-projects. These mini-projects
are designed to be realistic and representative of the business activities that might be
required of students in the workplace.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 220 Advanced Writing in Professional Contexts (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: FDENG 101 and 22 credits
This course emphasizes professionalism, critical thinking, and effective communication,
examines solutions, and includes job application documents, interview strategies, and
presentation guidelines.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 225 Fundamentals of Real Estate (3:3:0:0)
This is a one-semester course in basic real estate practices and fnance. The course is in-
tended as a frst course in real estate. The format of this course is lecture and discussion.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 240 Advanced Word Processing (3:3:0:0)
This course provides a thorough understanding of Microsoft Word and enhances effciency,
effectiveness, and professionalism in users and documents. Students will customize
and automate information using Microsoft Offce 2010- Word, Excel, and Access. Topics
include navigation and format in business documents and envelopes, graphics, tables,
charts, labels, themes, styles, forms, macros, and merging and sorting.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 250 Web Business Creation (3:3:0:0)
This course is designed for any student interested in building a web-based business.
Students will go through the necessary steps to build and launch a web-based business
that is capable of accepting online payments.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 275 Business Law (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
This course is an introduction to legal environment in which businesses operate as well
as an overview of laws impacting business. Topics include understanding the legal system,
contracts, ethics, intellectual property, antitrust, employment, business organizations, and
securities.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 283 Small Business Creation (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
Prior to this course, a student will have completed B 183. This course is designed to
introduce students to the basics of small business creation, understand the importance of
creating systems, and expose students to the many career opportunities available in the
feld of entrepreneurship. Students will learn about startups, buying existing businesses,
franchises, and family run businesses. Through class discussions, entrepreneur cases,
guest entrepreneurs, selected readings, and team projects, students will gain a clear un-
derstanding of entrepreneur opportunities. Each student will participate in actually start-
ing a microbusiness during the semester, drafting a one page business plan on their own
big idea and networking with entrepreneur mentors to support their entrepreneur idea.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 298R Beginning Internship (1-5:0:0:0)
Repeatable Course: May earn a maximum of 10 credits
Internship Fees: $78 (LDS) $156 (non-LDS) per credit
Exempt from tuition, but charged this independent course fee
Course Requirement: Instructor Authorization Required
Students must be registered for this course within the frst two weeks of the semester they
are completing the internship. For more information on how to register for an internship
see the Business Management homepage. This course is designed for students working
full or part-time in business-related employment to gain introductory experience and
understanding of the functions of a successful company. Students must complete applica-
tion and approval through the College of Business and Communication Career Services,
contract with their employer to work for college credits, and work a minimum of 15 hours
per week for a minimum of seven weeks. Other requirements include writing reports,
submitting self- and supervisor evaluations, and adhering to BYU-Idaho standards and
policies. Please Note: You cannot repeat this course and replace a previous grade.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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B 301 Financial Management (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 302
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Day students who have declared majors requiring the IBC experience should
not enroll in this course. Instead, they should enroll in B 302, B 322, and B 342. This
course is not intended for Majors 405, 410, 411, 415, or 615, Minors 189 or 190, and
Economic or CIT majors doing a Business Minor. This introductory course in fnancial
management provides a basic foundation for other courses in fnance and business
management. Topics covered in this course include fnancial statement analysis, fnancial
forecasting, leverage, working capital management, capital structure, capital budgeting,
short and long-term fnancial management, sources of fnancing, time value of money, and
cost of capital.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 302 Financial Management IBC (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 301
Concurrent Requisites: B 322 and B 342
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Online majors required to take this course should take B 301. This course
is a part of the Integrated Business Core (IBC) program and must be taken concurrently
with B 322 and B 342. This introductory course in fnancial management provides a basic
foundation for other courses in fnance and business management. Topics covered in
this course include fnancial statement analysis, fnancial forecasting, leverage, working
capital management, capital structure, capital budgeting, short and long-term fnancial
management, sources of fnancing, time value of money, and cost of capital. This course is
required for all other majors doing a Business Minor or Business Emphasis.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 321 Organizational Effectiveness (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 322
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Day students who have declared majors requiring the IBC experience should
not enroll in this course. Instead, they should enroll in B 302, B 322, and B 342. This
course is not intended for Majors 405, 410, 411, 415, or 615, Minors 189 or 190, and
Economic or CIT majors doing a Business Minor. This course incorporates Organizational
Effectiveness at three levels: individual, group, and organizations. Students will examine
these areas: motivation, team, group behavior, organizational design, structure, culture,
communication, leadership, decision making, and managing change.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 322 Organizational Effectiveness IBC (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 321
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Online majors required to take this course should take B 321. This course
is a part of the Integrated Business Core (IBC) program and must be taken concurrently
with B 302 and B 342. This course incorporates Organizational Effectiveness at three
levels: individual, group, and organizations. Students will examine these areas: motivation,
team, group behavior, organizational design, structure, culture, communication, leadership,
decision making, and managing change.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 341 Marketing Management (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 342
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Day students who have declared majors requiring the IBC experience should
not enroll in this course. Instead, they should enroll in B 302, B 322, and B 342. This
course is not intended for Majors 405, 410, 411, 415, or 615, Minors 189 or 190, and
Economic or CIT majors doing a Business Minor. This course is a comprehensive introduc-
tion to the principles of marketing. This course will cover marketing essentials such as
consumer research, consumer segmentation, segment targeting and product positioning,
new product development and introduction, marketing strategy, branding, marketing com-
munications, pricing, and distribution.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 342 Marketing Management IBC (3:3:0:0)
Course equivalent to B 341
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
Please note: Online majors required to take this course should take B 341. This course is
a part of the Integrated Business Core (IBC) program and must be taken concurrently with
B 302 and B 322. This course is a comprehensive introduction to the principles of market-
ing. This course will cover marketing essentials such as consumer research, consumer
segmentation, segment targeting and product positioning, new product development
and introduction, marketing strategy, branding, marketing communications, pricing, and
distribution.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 350 Web Business II (3:3:0:0)
This course is currently not offered.
B 351 Social Media (3:3:0:0)
This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in social media
marketing. Students will learn to use social media to promote businesses and/or other
organizations. Students will work with real businesses/organizations.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 361 Production and Operations Management (3:3:0:0)
Course Fee: $15.00
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This is an introductory course in Production and Operations Management. Topics covered
include operations strategy, project management, forecasting, process analysis, sourcing,
and distribution management. Excel tutorials, web-based simulations, and case studies
will play an important and signifcant role throughout the course.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 370 Human Resource Management (3:3:0:0)
This course is an overview of human resource management topics such as diversity,
EEOC laws, recruiting, training, performance management, compensation and benefts,
motivation, workplace organizational design, diffcult interactions, employee relations, and
safety. The course also considers organizational behavior topics in the context of human
resource management such as teamwork, power dynamics, innovation, and groupthink.
The course leverages case studies and professional/scholarly articles to gain a better
understanding of real-life workplace challenges.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 375 Non-Government Organization (NGO) Management (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: ECON 151 and 48 credits
The course will familiarize students with the structure of non-governmental organizations
(NGOs) and the legal, social, political, and economic environment in which they operate.
Students will learn the basic tools of managing and operating a NGO. Emphasis will be on
NGOs operating in an international environment, applying the principles of self reliance
and sustain ability.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 380 Introduction to International Business (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is an overview of international business designed to provide a global perspec-
tive on international trade and direct investment. Reviews international cultural, political,
legal and economic environments and their effect on marketing, production, and human
resource management strategy.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 383 Launching New Ventures (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
Ideally, a student will have completed B 283 before moving on to B 383. This course is
designed as an introduction to the process of perceiving an opportunity and creating
an organization to pursue it. Working alone and in teams students will learn to plan,
fnance, launch, manage, and harvest a new venture. In order to integrate ideas across
departments and colleges, this course will be open to students in engineering, computer
science, and business management. All students who desire to lead a business plan team
will have an opportunity to describe their ventures in the early class sessions to facilitate
team member recruiting. Class discussion, readings, lectures, and projects are learning
tools. A student's project is developed throughout this course and involves completing a
new venture plan and fnancial forecast. Each team business plan also becomes a live
case for the purposes of class discussion.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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B 398 Advanced Business Internship (1-3:0:0:0)
Internship Fees: $78.00 (LDS) $156.00 (non-LDS) per credit
Exempt from tuition, but charged this independent course fee
Course Requirement: Instructor authorization required
This course is required for all Business Management students. Students must be
registered for this course within the frst two weeks of the semester they are completing
the internship. For more information on how to register for an internship see the Business
Management homepage. Students will fnd a professional business management intern-
ship in an approved business, complete the application and obtain approval through the
College of Business and Communication Career Services, be enrolled in the course, write
reports, submit evaluations, and complete at least 270 hours of work in seven weeks or
more. During their internship students will gain a greater vision of becoming a business
professional and establish career networking links. Students will earn three credits and
may receive compensation from the employer and letters of recommendation from both
the employer and BYU-Idaho.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 399R Special Projects (1-3:9:0:0)
Repeatable Course: May earn a maximum of 9 credits
Course Requirement: Department authorization required
An arranged research or special project course. Please note: You cannot repeat this
course and replace a previous grade.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 401 Advanced Financial Management (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: ACCTG 202 and ([B 212 and B 301] or [B 212 and B302] or ACCTG 301 or
ECON 255)
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
This course will incorporate fnancial management in the corporate setting, asset valu-
ation, risk analysis capital decision making, fnancial controls, applications of fnancial
principles to the corporate organization, in-depth coverage of securities structure and
pricing, capital generation, and dividend policy. This course also includes working capital
management, leasing, and international corporate fnance.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 410 Investments (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 212 or ACCTG 301 or ECON 255
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
This course covers topics in the fnancial markets, including portfolio theory, real estate,
fxed-income securities, security analysis, mutual funds, and derivative assets, fnancial
markets, investment vehicles, asset allocation, risk analysis, evaluating performance,
global considerations, buying and selling securities, and tax implications of investing.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 411 Advanced Investments (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 212 or ACCTG 301 or ECON 255
Corequisite: B 410
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
This is an advanced investments course that covers topics in fnancial markets, invest-
ments, portfolio theory, real estate, hedging, fxed-income securities, structured fnance,
security analysis, and derivative assets. This course will take a practical approach to in-
vesting and place strong emphasis on the development of advanced spreadsheet models.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 413 Advanced Real Estate (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course builds on the prior learning of students who completed B 225. It is intended
to be a second course in real estate principles and practices, and is aimed at preparing
students to enter the real estate business.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 424 Finance Law for Corporate and Advanced Investments (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
This course provides a focused look at the laws and regulations that impact fnance
professionals. The course builds on a general understanding of business law concepts to
focus on areas of law most relevant to fnance including corporate governance, share-
holder rights, securities regulation, bankruptcy, and secured transactions.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 424D Legal Aspects Finance-New Venture (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
This course provides a focused look at the primary legal issues you will encounter in a
new business venture. This course builds on a general understanding of business law
concepts to focus on areas of law most relevant to New Ventures including employees
stock option plans, executive compensation and employment contracts, non-disclosure
agreements, choice and creation of business entities, business licensing, statutory
requirements for corporations, security laws that apply to private fnancing, mergers and
acquisitions, review of contracts, torts, and employment laws. The New Ventures Law is
part of the Business Management New Ventures emphasis. If a student is a business
major and changes their emphasis, they must transfer into the appropriate law course, for
instance Marketing Law or Finance Law. Non-business majors are welcome to take this
course. We believe that governments were instituted of God for the beneft of man, and
that he holds men accountable for their acts in relation to them, both in making laws and
administering them, for the good and safety of society. (Doctrine and Covenants 134:1)
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 428 Real Estate and Financial Management (1:1:0:0)
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
This course covers topics, skills, and vocabulary used in the real estate arena.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 432 Corporate Finance and Banking (3:3:0:0)
(This course is currently not offered.)
B 433 Personal Finance (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
The primary purpose of this course is for students to learn to apply personal fnancial
management tools to their own and their clients' lives. The content covers advanced time
value of money, retirement planning strategies, tax-deferred retirement planning vehicles,
asset allocation, specifc investment products, insurance, estate planning, and fnancial
planning strategies. Students broaden their understanding and develop skills through
problem solving using Excel, through case studies, and through application to existing
personal fnancial management situations.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 439 Project Management for Managers (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis
program. This course involves a hands-on, case-based simulation that introduces students
to the principles of project management from the perspective of a marketing manager.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 443 Marketing Research Skills (2:2:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis
program. Concepts and methodology for conducting quantitative marketing research will
be discussed. There will be an emphasis on solving problems faced by marketing manager.
There will also be a consulting research project required, involving the use of statistical
database software.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 446 Consumer Behavior and Customer Service (2:2:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 341 or B 342
This is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis experience.
This course explores how the consumer's culture and psychological make-up affect buying
decisions.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 448 Marketing Law (1:1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
This course provides a focused look at the laws and regulations that impact marketing
professionals. This course builds on a general understanding of business law concepts to
focus on areas of law most relevant to marketing including intellectual property, antitrust,
contracts, product liability, and advertising regulation.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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B 451 Internet Marketing (2:2:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis
program. Upon successful completion of this course a student should be able to do
the following: 1) Create and manage a pay-per-click (PPC) campaign including keyword
selection, ad text creation, and landing page selection, 2) Optimize keywords, ad text, and
landing pages in a pay-per-clicks campaign, 3) Make basic search engine optimization
(SEO) changes to a website and measure the effectiveness of those changes and 4) Use
web analytics to identify areas that could be optimized in PPC and SEO and to measure
the effectiveness of those changes.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 452 Sales and Negotiations (2:2:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis pro-
gram. This is an introductory and highly-participatory course, with the goal of introducing
students to fundamental principles of effective business-to-business professional selling
and negotiations. Students will recognize the importance of sales process in an enterprise
and the value of negotiating skills in business through the use of case studies, assigned
reading, class discussing, and role-plays.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 453 Marketing Strategy Research (2:2:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 341 or B 342
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis pro-
gram. This course focuses on the role marketing plays in gaining a sustainable competitive
advantage. Content covered within the course includes steps in developing a strategic
marketing plan through situation analysis, objectives, and strategies where current case
studies are used.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 457 Retail Management (1:1:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 341 or B 342
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Marketing Emphasis
program.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 458 Principles of Supply Chain Management (1:1:0:0)
This course is not currently offered.
B 461 Advanced Topics in Operations Management (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 361 and (B 212 or [ME 142 and MATH 330])
This course is a part of the Business Management Supply Chain Management Emphasis.
This course is one of the four core courses of the Integrated Supply Chain Emphasis
(ISCE). It involves the study of supply chain related activities, decisions, and concepts that
help an organization to effectively manage risks and maintain responsiveness and fex-
ibility in the face of demand and supply uncertainty. Given the high degree of uncertainty
that many supply chains face today, it is important to know how to help companies under-
stand those uncertainties and make cost effective decisions that will result in increased
fexibility throughout a supply chain.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 466 Global Sourcing (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisite: B 361
This course is a part of the Business Management Supply Chain Management Emphasis.
This course will focus on the buy-side aspects of supply chain management. Students will
learn through case studies, scholarly articles, textbooks, and interactions with supply-
chain professionals. Signifcant emphasis will be placed on learning through real-world
application. Focus topics include supplier management strategies, supplier relationship
management, procurement processes, vendor selection, negotiations, supplier develop-
ment, E-procurement, and ethics.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 468 Logistics Management (3:3:0:0)
Total Course Fees: $20.00
Prerequisite: B 361
This course is a part of the Business Management Supply Chain Management Emphasis.
This course will help students gain an understanding of supply chain-wide materials and
information fows with a particular focus on outbound logistics: warehouse management,
transportation management, and distribution network design. Learning methods will
include simulations, in-class games/activities, readings, lectures, case discussions, and
team presentations. Students will also be encouraged to join relevant professional supply
chain associations including ISM (The Institute for Supply Management), APICS (The As-
sociation for Operations Management), and the BYU-Idaho Supply Chain LinkedIn group.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 475 Financing New Ventures (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This course is a part of the Business Management Integrated Finance Emphasis program.
An overview of all the options available to successfully fnance new ventures. Financing
alternatives are explored including debt fnancing from venture banks, commercial banks,
and SBICs, and equity fnancing from angels, private placements, venture capitalists, and
public equity markets.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 478 Supply Chain Analysis and Modeling (3:3:0:0)
Prerequisites: B 361 and (B 212 or [ME 142 and MATH 330])
Concurrent Requisite: B 461
This course is a part of the Business Management Supply Chain Management Emphasis.
Supply Chain Analysis and Modeling is one of the four core courses of the Integrated
Supply Chain Emphasis (ISCE). It is focused on the use of computer tools and modeling
techniques to support supply chain analysis and decision-making. The ability to collect,
organize, interpret, and effectively communicate the right information is an important skill
that is much needed in today's complex realm of supply chain management. This course
will give students the opportunity to strengthen supply chain analysis skills using the
Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 483 Entrepreneurial Management (3:3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 22 credits required
The Entrepreneurial Management course was created to help students learn how to inte-
grate the functional analysis of management (fnancial, operational, organizational, and
marketing) into decisions that lead to action. The entrepreneurial context then becomes
a powerful setting for developing these skills because a new venture will not move forward
without managers making decisions that lead to action. Students should be able to a)
understand the decision making process, b) develop good analysis, and c) communicate
and defne a solid recommendation to key stake holders (senior management, team
members, or investors).
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 499A Principles of Business Strategy (3:0:0)
Course Requirement: 72 credits required
This course is a business strategy capstone experience focusing on theory of strategy and
problem solving using the case method and projects. Students form cross-disciplinary
teams to participate in an online business simulation and to provide consulting services
to local businesses. Consulting services require attendance at regular meetings outside of
class during business hours for both online and on-campus students. In this course there
will be an emphasis on problem-framing, analysis, and strategic recommendations, both
quantitative and qualitative.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
B 499B Business Writing Capstone (1:0:0)
Course Requirement: 48 credits required
This is a business writing capstone course that focuses on the writing required for employ-
ment in each business emphasis. Students will conduct a personal writing SWOT analysis,
speak with mentors in their profession, determine the four documents they will create,
teach one another to edit and revise to professional standards, and gain confdence in
their wiring abilities for future employment opportunities.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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