The Certificate in the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing program targets those individuals who work or have an interest in the field of internal auditing. Students in this program will find that it will assist them in becoming a Certified Internal Auditor, a professional designation given by the Institute of Internal Auditors. The Certificate in the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing program is offered by the Department of Accounting and reflects what the Institute of Internal Auditors regards as the common body of knowledge for internal auditors.
This certificate program has been officially endorsed by the San Francisco Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
This program is open to matriculating students as well as non-degree students. A non-degree student must register through the Extended Learning program as an open university student.
The courses are graded on an A-F basis. A minimum grade of "C–" must be maintained in all course work as well as an overall "C" average. Before completing the program, all candidates must demonstrate the appropriate level of writing competency as prescribed by the program.
Individuals interested in pursuing this certificate program should contact the Department of Accounting or the certificate adviser, John O'Shaughnessy (x6285).
Units ACCT 303 Accounting for Financial Analysis 3 FIN 350 Business Finance 3 MGMT 405 Introduction to Management and Organizational Behavior 3 ACCT 507 EDP Auditing 3 ACCT 551 Principles of Internal Auditing 3 Total 15Depending upon the candidate's formal education and business experience, the following represent additional courses that could be required as prerequisites to the above curriculum.
BA 110 Mathematical Analysis for Business 3 ACCT 100 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 ACCT 101 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 BA 212 Business Statistics I 3 BICS 263 Introduction to Computer Information Systems 3 ECON 305 Economic Analysis for Non-Majors 3 ACCT 307 Accounting Information Systems 3Because of the possible prerequisite requirements as described above, a determination of the total curriculum by the certificate adviser must be made before a candidate is accepted into the program.
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Each applicant must submit the following to the Director of Graduate Studies in Business:
Before undertaking any course work, the prospective graduate student should arrange to see the director of Graduate Studies in Business who is responsible for initial advising. The graduate specialization adviser works closely with the student in planning the program.
NOTE: Enrollment in graduate courses in Business (700-899) is limited to classified graduate business students and, with second priority, classified graduate students in other colleges.
Enrollment in BUS 890 and BUS 895 is limited to classified graduate students in business only.
Unclassified graduate students and undergraduate students are not allowed to enroll in College of Business graduate courses.
Phase III courses must be taken on a basis of A, B, C, D, F grading. At the instructor's discretion, pluses and minuses may be used. CR/NC grading is not allowed.
Any student who becomes declassified under the above provisions and who wishes to appeal such declassification must file a formal appeal within ten days of the date of notice of declassification. Such appeal must be filed with the Director of Graduate Studies of the College of Business.
Generally, the specified course requirements, including stipulated conditions thereto, for the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) may not be changed, substituted for, or altered in any way. Any exceptions to this rule must be requested, in writing, before the course work is attempted and must be approved by the Graduate Committee of the College of Business.
BUS 781 Financial and Managerial Accounting BUS 782 Computer Concepts and Programming BUS 783 Economics for Managers BUS 784 The Political, Social, and Legal Environment of Business BUS 785 Financial Management BUS 786 Operation Analysis BUS 787 Marketing Management and Multi-National Operations BUS 788 Management Principles and Organizational BehaviorFor M.S.B.A. only, BUS 690 is required if BUS 890 is not taken as a part of the graduate program.
For the M.S. in Taxation only, completion of intermediate accounting (ACCT 301 and 302 or ACCT 801) with a grade of C– or better is a prerequisite. These courses cannot be included on the GAP.
When requirements have been satisfied, the graduate adviser and the director of Graduate Studies in Business may recommend to the dean of the Graduate Division that the applicant be advanced to candidacy for the degree by filing a Graduate Approved Program.
Courses for these programs are listed in alphabetical sequence (see "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing).
Units BA/BICS 814 Seminar in Advanced Computing Applications for Management 3 FIN 819 Financial Analysis and Management 3 MGMT 842 Seminar in Advanced Management and Organization 3 MKTG 860 Strategic Marketing 3 Adviser-approved elective (any 800-level course offered by the College of Business) 3 Electives in field of specialization (all must be 800-level courses offered by the College of Business) 9 BUS 890 Seminar in Strategic Management or IBUS 890 Seminar in International Business Policy 3 BUS 895 Research Project in Business 3 Graduate Approved Program (GAP) total* 30 Phase II Requirements 0-24 Total 30-54*In order to meet the breadth requirements of the AACSB no more than twelve (12) units with a common prefix in the Phase III—Advanced Program may be taken unless the student has completed a capstone business policy course (BUS 690 or equivalent) in prior work or in addition to other required graduate work in the program. If a capstone policy course has been completed, the maximum number of units with a common prefix is fifteen.
The M.B.A. with an emphasis in accounting includes courses in business, accounting, and tax that can be used by students to meet the 150-hour educational requirement that was recently adopted by the American Institute of CPAs. The requirement is that applicants for membership in the AICPA after the year 2000 must have at least 150 semester hours of education, including a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent.
The primary objective of this limited specialization is to provide broad-based knowledge in accounting especially directed to managerial positions in the accounting profession and business organizations. The specialization and elective graduate courses, all at the 800 level, should be selected upon advisement from the graduate course listing for the College of Business.
Graduate-level accounting courses for the M.B.A. program may be selected from 800-level accounting courses. ACCT 801 may not be taken for credit if ACCT 301 and 302, or the equivalents, have been completed.
See "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing.
The business analysis/operations research emphasis covers techniques used in forecasting, simulation, data analysis, operations research, and quality and productivity, along with other powerful quantitative and computer-based tools for analyzing business problems. All the courses focus on real-world applications rather than on abstract theory.
All graduate business analysis students must consult a business analysis graduate adviser before taking Phase III specialization courses for the M.B.A. degree.
In addition to the Phase III eighteen (18) units prescribed for this degree, students desiring a limited specialization in business analysis should take one adviser approved elective and three courses from the following group, of which at least two should have a BA prefix: BA 811, BA 816, BA 851, BA 852, BA 853, BA 854, FIN 820, FIN 822, MKTG 864. Other graduate-level courses may be taken with prior written adviser approval.
See "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing.
The computer information systems emphasis offers a program in the development, use, management, and support of business information systems in public and private organizations.
The program is supported by excellent computer facilities, which include an IBM VM/MVS mainframe computer environment, IBM and compatible microcomputers (286, 386, and 486), Apple Macintosh (SE, Mac II, and Centris), and HP minicomputer. All systems are interconnected by Ethernet LANs.
In addition to the Phase III eighteen (18) units prescribed for this degree, students desiring a limited specialization in computer information systems complete BICS 812, or the equivalent, and two of the Group A requirements. If the BICS 812 requirement is satisfied by equivalency, the student must take an additional three units from Group A or B.
Group A—BICS 862, 863, 864, 865
Group B—BA 811, 816, 851, 852, 853, 854
See "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing.
The primary objective of the program is to provide broad management perspective as well as in-depth analytical skills and conceptual background in the various aspects of domestic and international financial management and decision-making. The courses offered are aimed at understanding, analyzing, and improving managerial decision-making process in the fields of corporate finance, financial markets and institutions, investment and portfolio analysis, financial data analysis, and international finance.
The program is designed to prepare the students for employment positions in the field of finance, which require analytical skills and decision-making abilities. Students should carefully check prerequisites for all 800 series courses.
Every M.B.A. student desiring a limited specialization in finance must complete FIN 820, Seminar in Financial Management; FIN 825, Seminar in Investments; and one elective, on advisement, from the graduate course listing for finance.
See "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing.
The program courses are designed to prepare individuals to assume managerial responsibilities in international business, to perform in a responsive and responsible way in the multinational environment, and to contribute to economic development and international understanding through investment, production, and trade.
The M.B.A. is a broadly based, highly structured, and widely recognized degree designed for the individual seeking greater managerial responsibility across the broad spectrum of business and government operations.
Specialized international business courses are found in the listings for accounting, finance, management, marketing, and transportation as well as those for international business. They include ACCT 808 and 820, FIN 835 and 836; IBUS 815, 822, 828, 830, 855, 856, 857, 859, 890, 895, and 898; and MKTG 880 at the graduate level.
Limited specialization and elective courses, all at the 800 level, are selected with the adviser's approval from the College of Business listings.
See "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing.
The specialization in management and organization provides the student with detailed knowledge of managerial functions, concepts and practices of organization design and behavior required for decision making in a wide range of managerial positions. The specialization in human resource management is designed to prepare individuals for work in personnel departments of business or governmental agencies, or for other positions in the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, The National Labor Relations Board, and similar agencies.
Limited specialization and elective graduate courses, all at the 800 level, must be approved in advance, in writing, by the graduate adviser.
See "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing.
The program prepares a student for career opportunities in business firms, non-profit organizations, or governmental agencies. The combination of graduate work and specific job experience can lead to staff or line positions in general marketing, sales, advertising, new product development, retail management, and marketing research.
Limited specialization and elective graduate courses, all at the 800 level, should be selected, upon advisement, from the graduate course listing for the College of Business.
See "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing.
The program provides opportunities in the M.B.A. curriculum for students who are interested in a limited logistics specialization and whose career aspirations lie in the field of transportation carrier management, industrial traffic management, or public policy work in government agencies.
Limited specialization and elective graduate courses, all at the 800 level, should be selected upon advisement from the graduate course listing for the College of Business.
See "Announcement of Courses" section for course disciplines listing.
last modified May 31, 1995