Graduate Catalog - University of Central Oklahoma
Graduate Catalog - University of Central Oklahoma
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<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong><br />
<strong>Graduate</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>, 2012 - 2013<br />
<strong>Graduate</strong> Course Descriptions<br />
FIN 5243 - Money And Capital Markets<br />
A study <strong>of</strong> the money and capital market segments <strong>of</strong> the U.S. Financial<br />
System. Emphasis is placed on the importance and role <strong>of</strong><br />
various interest rates for lending and investment in the economy,<br />
their determination, and their measurement. The course also includes<br />
discussion <strong>of</strong> current readings, case analysis, and problem solving<br />
relating to the management <strong>of</strong> financial institutions. Prerequisite(s):<br />
Completed all prerequisites for the MBA Program.<br />
FIN 5253 - Capital Budgeting<br />
A theory and tools course that emphasizes the economic analysis<br />
<strong>of</strong> the firm’s long-term investment opportunities. pecific emphasis<br />
is placed on determining the optimal capital budgeting techniques<br />
and processes. Extensive attention is given to the problem <strong>of</strong> explicitly<br />
incorporating risk into the analysis and to the problem <strong>of</strong><br />
modifying decision rules when there are constraints on budget size.<br />
Prerequisite(s): FIN 5333.<br />
FIN 5333 - Financial Administration & Control<br />
Methods and problems involved in the financial administration <strong>of</strong> the<br />
business firm. Special attention to planning for, obtaining, controlling,<br />
and allocation <strong>of</strong> funds. Prerequisite(s): Completed all prerequisites<br />
for the MBA Program.<br />
FIN 5353 - Derivative Securities<br />
A study <strong>of</strong> various derivative securities traded in current financial<br />
markets. The course introduces the characteristics and pricing <strong>of</strong><br />
various derivatives (e.g., put options, call options, forward contracts,<br />
futures contracts, and swaps) and demonstrates their use in<br />
investing and portfolio management. The course includes lectures,<br />
case discussions, computer analysis, and contemporary readings.<br />
Prerequisite(s): FIN 5333.<br />
FIN 5413 - Financial Analysis w/ Computer<br />
The use <strong>of</strong> computers and information technology is examined in<br />
relation to financial topics. Topics include, but are not limited to,<br />
financial statements, cash budgets, corporate performance evaluation,<br />
financial forecasting, breakeven and leverage analysis, asset<br />
valuation, rates <strong>of</strong> return, the cost <strong>of</strong> capital, capital budgeting, investment<br />
applications, logical and financial functions, and graphs.<br />
Prerequisite(s): Completed all prerequisites for the MBA Program.<br />
FIN 5423 - Employee Benefit Planning<br />
This course examines the approaches to protecting employees’<br />
financial security from the perspective <strong>of</strong> businesses by studying the<br />
basic concepts and managerial considerations underlying the group<br />
insurance mechanism for providing life, health, disability and retirement<br />
plans. Topics covered include the theory and practice regarding<br />
employee benefits plan design, administration, cost, funding regulation<br />
and tax considerations. Prerequisite(s): Completed all prerequisites<br />
for the MBA Program with a minimum grade: C.<br />
FIN 5900 - Practicum In Finance<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FIN 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Directed intensive study on selected<br />
problems or special topics.<br />
FIN 5920 - Workshop in Finance<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest<br />
speaker, etc. A grade <strong>of</strong> “P” or “F” is given.<br />
FIN 5930 - Individual Study In Finance<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Directed intensive study on definite<br />
problems or special subjects based on approved outlines or plans,<br />
conferences, oral and written reports.<br />
FIN 5940 - Field Study In Finance<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 9 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FIN 5950 - Internship In Finance<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study. Supervised practical experience gained<br />
in a pr<strong>of</strong>essional field by an advanced or graduate student.<br />
FIN 5960 - Institute In Finance<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FIN 5970 - Study Tour<br />
Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field<br />
<strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FIN 5990 - Thesis<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FOREIGN LANGUAGE (FLGN)<br />
Department <strong>of</strong> Modern Languages, Literature &<br />
Cultural Studies<br />
FLGN 5000 - Workshop In Foreign Language<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest<br />
speaker, etc. A grade <strong>of</strong> “P” or “F” is given. No more than 2 hours <strong>of</strong><br />
workshop may be counted on a master’s degree.<br />
FLGN 5103 - Literature Of French/Hispanic Caribbean<br />
This course provides an introduction to French and Hispanic Caribbean<br />
literary movements. Texts are available in original French and/or<br />
Spanish, and also in English translation. Concepts introduced include<br />
colonial independence and patriotism, negritude, social injustice, the<br />
spirituality <strong>of</strong> santeria and voodoo, among others. Prerequisite(s):<br />
17 hours in major (French, Spanish or others) and permission <strong>of</strong><br />
the instructor.<br />
FLGN 5900 - Practicum In Foreign Language<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FLGN 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary from within<br />
the department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FLGN 5920 - Directed Reading<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FLGN 5930 - Individual Study<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FLGN 5950 - Internship In Foreign Language<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FLGN 5960 - Institute In Foreign Language<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FLGN 5970 - Study Tour<br />
Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field<br />
<strong>of</strong> study.<br />
FLGN 5990 - Thesis<br />
Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the<br />
department’s field <strong>of</strong> study.<br />
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