2013-2014 Samford University Catalog 
    
    May 04, 2024  
2013-2014 Samford University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Evening College - History

  
  • ECHI 102 - World History II

    (3)
    Survey of selected cultures from the Renaissance to the present within their political, economic, and social frameworks. (Formerly MPHI 102)
  
  • ECHI 217 - Early America to 1877

    (3)
    Social, cultural, and political overview of American history from its colonial beginnings through the end of Reconstruction. (Formerly MPHI 217)
  
  • ECHI 218 - Modern America since 1865

    (3)
    Social, cultural, and political overview of American history from 1865 through the present. (Formerly MPHI 218)

Evening College - Kinesiology

  
  • ECPE 122 - Fitness Walking and Strength Training

    (2)
    Designed to incorporate two aspects of positive health and fitness: strength training to enhance muscular strength and endurance, and fitness walking to develop the cardiorespiratory system. Other topics include stress management, behavior modification, body composition, common fitness injuries, and flexibility. (Formerly MPPE 122)
  
  • ECPE 231 - Personal and Community Health

    (3)
    Teaches basic fundamentals of general health. Emphasis is placed on such topical areas as personal fitness, nutrition, mental and emotional health, and community and environmental health. (Formerly MPPE 231)

Evening College - Mathematics and Computing

  
  • ECCO 100 - Introduction to Computing

    (3)
    Survey course that includes a history of computing, description of system components, programming fundamentals, discussion of programming languages, processing methods, and applications. Introductory hands-on experience with word processing, spreadsheet, database, and communications software and hands-on exposure to the processes of problem-solving and programming. (Formerly MPCO 100)
  
  • ECCO 101 - Software Applications

    (3)
    Conceptual understanding of the four major types of business software applications, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. The course covers unique qualities of each (strengths and weaknesses), proper usage of each, and interconnections among them. Prereq: ECCO 100 . (Formerly MPCO 101)
  
  • ECCO 312 - Empowering Managers to Understand IT

    (3)
    Study of the role information technology plays as an enabler of business. Students will learn how to properly work with information technology (IT) resources in the workplace and how to fully leverage the benefits that IT can provide. Prereq: ECAC 200 . (Formerly MPCO 312)
  
  • ECMA 110 - Contemporary Mathematics

    (3)
    Develops problem-solving skills by studying a wide range of contemporary applications of mathematics. Connections between contemporary mathematics and modern society are stressed. (Formerly MPMA 110)
  
  • ECMA 210 - Statistics

    (3)
    Designed as an algebra-based introductory course in statistics. Covers descriptive and inferential statistics with probability decision-making skills necessary for today’s complex civilization. Covers frequency, probability, binomial, normal, chi-square and sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing for one and two populations, linear correlation and regression, and analysis of variance. Uses the graphing calculator and statistical computing packages. Prereqs: ECMA 110  or equivalent. (Formerly MPMA 210)

Evening College - Music

  
  • ECMU 200 - Music Appreciation

    (3)
    Introduction to historical and stylistic developments in music for non-music majors. Emphasis is placed upon listening, through both recordings and live concerts. (Formerly MPMU 200)

Evening College - Organizational Leadership

  
  • ECOL 305 - Information Systems and Technology I

    (3)
    First of two courses designed to give the student a solid understanding of information systems and technology. The connection between effective management and strategic implementation of information technologies will be explored along with the importance of management information systems, hardware and software considerations, database processing, and cloud computing. Lab exercises will allow the student to develop the critical competencies needed to function as a leader in the workplace. Prereq: ECCO 100 . (Formerly MPOL 305)
  
  • ECOL 310 - Supervision

    (3)
    Case-study intensive course. With the use of written as well as video case studies, the student will be placed in the role of a supervisor. Students will acquire the theoretical knowledge and refine the interpersonal communication, decision-making, conflict resolution, and other supervisory skills most important for immediate and future career success. Prereq: ECMG 300 . (Formerly MPOL 310)
  
  • ECOL 315 - Workplace Diversity

    (3)
    Examination of the concepts of workplace diversity through historical, societal, practical, and theoretical lenses. This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to be culturally aware managers and employees. (Formerly MPOL 315)
  
  • ECOL 320 - Human Behavior in Organizations

    (3)
    Survey course that provides students with the fundamental concepts and principles of human and organizational behavior. The study of interpersonal relationships and communication in the workplace, as well as self-assessment, prepare the student for successful leadership roles. Prereq: ECPS 101  or ECSO 100 . (Formerly MPOL 320)
  
  • ECOL 325 - Employment Law for Managers

    (3)
    Introduction to the laws and regulations affecting the employment relationship. Federal and state laws that affect the employer-employee relationship, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA); Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII); the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA); the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 (PDA); the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA); the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA); the Alabama Age Discrimination in Employment Act (AADEA); Alabama Workers’ Compensation Law; and H.B. 56 (Alabama’s immigration law) will be explored in depth. Prereq: ECMG 300 . (Formerly MPOL 325)
  
  • ECOL 405 - Information Systems and Technology II

    (3)
    Designed to follow ECOL 305  (Information Systems and Technology I), this course will continue the same themes while addressing additional IT considerations and implications for business. Students will develop an understanding of information systems and security management, structured processes, and social media information systems, as well as how to use IT for competitive advantage. Students in this course will continue to develop their skills in MS Excel and MS Access. Prereq: ECOL 305 . (Formerly MPOL 405)
  
  • ECOL 420 - Leadership for Organizational Change

    (3)
    Through extensive case study, this course explores the theories and principles behind organizational change. The influences of technology, culture, diversity, ethics, mission, vision, and motivation will be examined. Students will learn how successful leaders respond dynamically to effect positive change in their organizations. Prereqs: ECOL 320 , ECPS 101 , and ECSO 100 . (Formerly MPOL 420)

Evening College - Paralegal Studies

  
  • ECPA 121 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies

    (3)
    Examination of the concept, qualifications, and role of the paralegal. Selected topics include legal terminology, the levels of government, court structure and operation, the structure of the American legal system, basic interviewing and investigative techniques, the ethical considerations governing the lawyer-paralegal- client-public relationships, and the role of the paralegal in several substantive law areas. Students will also be exposed to technologies currently in use by paralegals including electronic filing and case management software. (Formerly MPPG 121)
  
  • ECPA 123 - Legal Research and Writing

    (3)
    The student will acquire basic techniques and practical skills required in the use of legal materials. Problem assignments require the student to use many of the standard legal written authorities. Students will use the Cumberland School of Law library in the preparation of case briefs, memoranda, and appellate briefs. Prereq or Co-req: ECPA 121 . (Formerly MPPG 123)
  
  • ECPA 227 - Estates and Trusts

    (3)
    Examination of the substantive and procedural law of wills, trusts, and estate administration. The student drafts a will and a trust, and prepares administration documents. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 227)
  
  • ECPA 229 - Litigation

    (3)
    Examination of the process of litigation. Special emphasis is placed on the pretrial stage including pleading and discovery. The student performs tasks commonly performed by litigation paralegals. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 229)
  
  • ECPA 301 - Employment Law for Paralegals

    (3)
    The student will become familiar with transactions and will prepare documentation for the state and federal laws with respect to employment, sexual harassment, employment discrimination under Title VII and state law, litigation in the state and federal courts regarding employment matters, the Americans with Disabilities Act and its effect on employment, and the Family and Medical Leave Act and its effect on employment. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 301)
  
  • ECPA 302 - Environmental Law for Paralegals

    (3)
    Comprehensive overview of environmental law including its relationship with political science, technology, economics, and science. In addition to examining current law and policy, this course will review the history of environmental law including the historical legal responses to environmental contamination. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 302)
  
  • ECPA 303 - Technology in the Law Office

    (3)
    General introduction to the use of computers and of legal specialty computer software programs in the modern law office. The course includes hands-on computer exercises using professional software programs frequently used in the law office by paralegals. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 303)
  
  • ECPA 304 - Family Law

    (3)
    Examination of the substantive law of domestic relations. Topics covered include annulment, divorce, custody, and adoption. The student will learn the procedures used in this area and will prepare commonly filed documents and pleadings. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 304)
  
  • ECPA 305 - Administrative Law for Paralegals

    (3)
    Overview of administrative law, looking at the substantive and procedural aspects of various administrative law agencies, with emphasis on providing skills to practice in administrative law. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 305)
  
  • ECPA 306 - Debtor/Creditor Law

    (3)
    Examination of the most frequently occurring topics of debtor-creditor law as they occur in a general law practice. Topics include creditor collection devices, Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), and bankruptcy. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 306)
  
  • ECPA 307 - Criminal Law

    (3)
    The student will learn the common law and statutory definitions of crimes (including crimes against persons and property), how to apply defenses to crimes, the application of the constitutional rights of the accused, and the procedures of criminal prosecution. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 307)
  
  • ECPA 308 - Real Estate Law

    (3)
    Examination of the substantive law of real property. Training in the study of the law of real estate transactions. Topics include general principles of real estate law, conveyancing, loan-closing procedure, sale of real estate and sales contracts, title examination, deed preparation, foreclosures, leasing of real estate, option contracts, and recordation of various instruments. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 308)
  
  • ECPA 309 - Legal Drafting and Transactions

    (3)
    Review of the basic skills necessary for drafting documents for legal transactions. Includes discussion about drafting issues, both legal and non-legal, and the law as it relates to drafting, including rules of interpretation (such as the cannons of construction) and substantive law issues that relate to particular transactions. Students will complete writing exercises that test their knowledge of and ability to apply the materials, including the ability to avoid inadvertent ambiguity, to properly define terms and concepts, to make appropriate stylistic choices, and to draft and revise documents. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 309)
  
  • ECPA 310 - Torts

    (3)
    Provides students with the basic legal terms of torts and personal injury law; helps students identify the various types of torts and the defenses a defendant can raise to each; and provides students with practical, hands-on experience in learning the related medical terminology and in drafting the documents commonly used in this area of law. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 310)
  
  • ECPA 311 - Corporate Law

    (3)
    Broad overview of two important areas of the law: (1) the law of contracts and (2) the law of business organizations. The contracts part of the course covers forming contracts, restitution, statute of frauds, contract interpretation, modification, and other topics. The business organizations part of the course covers an overview of the principle legal issues that arise in business relationships over the life cycle of the business, including an explanation of the basic concepts that govern these relationships, the specific examples of how they apply, and the similarities and dissimilarities in the business associations covered. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 . (Formerly MPPG 311)
  
  • ECPA 410 - Advanced Paralegalism

    (3)
    Designed to prepare the student for entry into the legal community through intensive study of the paralegal profession and additional development of the student’s organizational, communication, and critical analysis skills using modalities such as portfolio preparation, mock interviews, and advanced research and writing assignments. Prereqs: ECPA 121  and ECPA 123 , and 18 hours completed in concentration. (Formerly MPPG 410)

Evening College - Philosophy

  
  • ECPI 401 - Business Ethics

    (3)
    Examination of the application of ethics to business, specifically how to think and act ethically in business. Concentrates on ethical analyses of moral issues involved with the foundations and operations of business. Become familiar with the main tenets of thinking ethically, of virtue-based ethics, deontological ethics, and utilitarianism, and how to apply these insights toward and ethical evaluation of business. (Formerly MPPI 401)

Evening College - Political Science

  
  • ECPO 211 - American National Government

    (3)
    Introduction to the political process in America with a focus on national political institutions. (Formerly MPPO 211)

Evening College - Psychology

  
  • ECPS 101 - General Psychology

    (3)
    Comprehensive overview of the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Topics include physiology, sensation and perception, learning, cognition, development, personality, and social psychology. This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in psychology. (Formerly MPPS 101)
  
  • ECPS 205 - Life-Span Development

    (3)
    Survey of human thought and behavior from conception to death. Emphasis is placed on physical, moral, social, emotional, and cognitive development at each stage of life span. Prereq or Co-req: ECPS 101 . (Formerly MPPS 205)
  
  • ECPS 411 - Special Topics in Psychology

    (3)
    Examination of a particular topic in psychology. Students may take the course more than once, if the topics are different, with permission of department chair. Prereq: Upper-level standing or permission of department chair. (Formerly MPPS 411)

Evening College - Religion

  
  • ECRE 101 - Old Testament Survey

    (3)
    Survey of the history and writings of the Old Testament, seeking to sensitize students to the Old Testament’s moral and cultural significance. (Formerly MPRE 101)
  
  • ECRE 102 - New Testament Survey

    (3)
    Survey of the history and writings of the New Testament, seeking to sensitize students to the New Testament’s moral and cultural significance. (Formerly MPRE 102)
  
  • ECRE 201 - Introduction to World Religions

    (3)
    Investigation of the world’s major living religions of both the Eastern and Western worlds. (Formerly MPRE 201)
  
  • ECRE 300 - Contemporary Ethical Issues

    (3)
    Study of critical and ethical issues confronting Christians in today’s world, with attention to ethical decision-making. (Formerly MPRE 300)

Evening College - Sociology

  
  • ECSO 100 - Introductory Sociology

    (3)
    Basic sociological concepts are used in the analysis of contemporary and past social life. (Formerly MPSO 100)
  
  • ECSO 203 - Contemporary Social Problems

    (3)
    Analysis of such current social issues as population growth, crime, poverty, war, and agedness. (Formerly MPSO 203)
  
  • ECSO 345 - Juvenile Delinquency

    (3)


    Focuses on the development, prevention, control, and treatment of juvenile delinquency. (Formerly MPSO 345)

     

  
  • ECSO 348 - Sociology of Family

    (3)
    Study of how sociological theory and research applies to an understanding of the family in the social context including family as a social group, family as an institution within society, and family in global perspective across different societies. Critical questions include: What are the constraints of society on the family? What purpose does the family serve in the larger society? What roles do people play in the family? Who and what determines the assignment of those roles? What part does intimacy and sexuality play in family life? How do persons become involved in conflict and violence in families? What are the similarities and differences in family globally? (Formerly MPSO 348)
  
  • ECSO 401 - Social Psychology

    (3)
    Examination of the interaction between the individual and the social environment as a major factor in human behavior. (Formerly MPSO 401)

Evening College - Spanish

  
  • ECSP 101 - Elementary Spanish I

    (4)
    Introduction to Spanish language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. (Formerly MPSP 101)
  
  • ECSP 102 - Elementary Spanish II

    (4)
    Continuation of ECSP 101 . Prereq: Successful completion of ECSP 101 . (Formerly MPSP 102)

Evening College - Theatre

  
  • ECTH 300 - Theatre Appreciation

    (3)
    Study of the historical and literary significance of drama through the ages. The course follows the development of the theatre, paying particular attention to literary examples of each period and current trends of the modern theatre. (Formerly MPTH 300)

Evening College - Youth Studies

  
  • ECYS 300 - Field Experience in Youth Studies

    (1-3)
    Designed to supplement knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom by applying academic principles in a practical setting. Includes participation in an externship as well as on-campus seminar. Youth Studies majors must take three one-hour offerings in order to facilitate learning experiences in three different environments. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 3 credits. (Formerly MPCN 448)
  
  • ECYS 320 - Children and the Law

    (3)

    Examines the relationship between children and the law at the state and federal levels. Topics covered include dependency, adoptions, delinquency, education, and special needs.

  
  • ECYS 330 - Child and Adolescent Development

    (3)

    Application of theory and research about children and youth, with particular emphasis on the adolescent. Addresses how research findings can be used and how theories facilitate the understand of behavior.

  
  • ECYS 331 - Family Dynamics

    (3)
    Analysis of family functioning, strengths, and weaknesses, as well as how family members relate to each other. The importance of family roles and expectations, the impact of family origin on self-esteem and life choices, patterns of communication and conflict management are highlighted. Prereq: ECEN 102 . (Formerly MPCN 331)
  
  • ECYS 340 - Working with Youth in Groups

    (3)

    Study of group dynamics and group management as they relate to youth and adolescents. Focus on different types of settings in which adolescents are served by groups and the different types of groups utilized in youth work. Social, cultural, gender, racial, and other differences in group composition will be explored.

  
  • ECYS 349 - Basic Psychopathology

    (3)
    Investigation of the major categories of disorders associated with personality pathology. Addresses symptomatology, therapeutic approaches and prognosis associated with specific disorders, anxiety-based disorders, somatoform disorders, dissociative disorders, psychoses, organic brain disorders, and psychophysiological disturbances. (Formerly MPCN 349)
  
  • ECYS 350 - The Adolescent Learner

    (3)

    Provides students with a knowledge base that will support the ability to work effectively with the adolescent learner. Special emphasis will be given to understanding the complex configuration and implications of the adolescent brain.

  
  • ECYS 360 - Sociology of Children and Youth

    (3)

    Exploration of the social construction of childhood over time and space, presenting a view of childhood distinct from popular notions. Concepts covered include social forces involved in shaping childhood in North America; how society has changed its definition of childhood over the years; how adolescents negotiate their social roles with each other and with adults; and how youth create their own culture distinct from adult culture. Social problems that youth experience are focal points for research in the course.

  
  • ECYS 401 - Counseling Children and Youth

    (3)
    Presentation of theories, techniques, and strategies for working with children and adolescents and their families in a human services setting. Explores counseling issues related to this population with particular emphasis on the terminology, diagnoses, treatment options, and resources for the most common issues facing this population. Prereqs: ECCN 245  and ECCC 247 . (Formerly MPCN 401)
  
  • ECYS 481 - Human Services Administration

    (3)
    Emphasizes the basic skills required to effectively manage agency staff and other resources in human service organizational settings. The focus of the course is on the unique needs of human service managers in planning, organizing, budgeting, and supervising their programs and organizations within an ever-changing social environment. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of counselor in the organization. Prereq: ECCN 245 . (Formerly MPCN 481)

Finance - Undergraduate

  
  • FINC 321 - Financial Management

    (3)
    Examination of the theory and practice of financial management, with an emphasis on corporate applications. Topics include: financial environment, time value of money, risk-return relationships, multinational financial management, features and valuation of corporate securities, cost of capital, and capital budgeting. Prereqs: ACCT 212 , BUSA 231 , and ECON 201 . Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
  
  • FINC 422 - Financial Statement Analysis

    (3)
    Emphasis on the fundamental techniques of financial statement analysis. Building upon a review of accounting and investment concepts, course covers the analysis and interpretation of financial accounting information including the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows. Examination of accounting information used in investment and credit decisions, including valuation and debt ratings. Prereqs: ACCT 211 , ACCT 212 , and FINC 321 . Offered: On rotation.
  
  • FINC 423 - History of Capitalism

    (3)
    Examination of the cultural, moral, and political effects of capitalism from Biblical times to present day. Readings from economists, philosophers, and historians, across the ideological spectrum, will be discussed. The second portion details three infrastructure elements of capitalism: an effective capital market, a stable economy and currency, and the ability to manage risk effectively. Prereq: FINC 321 . Offered: Fall.
  
  • FINC 424 - Investments

    (3)
    Review of techniques, vehicles, and strategies for implementing investment goals in a portfolio context and in light of risk-return trade-off. Emphasis on gaining a fundamental understanding of the various capital markets as well as investment vehicles, such as stocks, bonds, options, and futures. Designed for students interested in careers in financial advising and investment management. Prereq: FINC 321 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
  
  • FINC 426 - Topics in Finance

    (3)
    Study of specific finance topics of current interest, providing additional depth of knowledge in areas such as financial statement analysis and international financial issues. Topics subject to change; see class schedule for course title. Prereq: FINC 321 . Offered: On rotation.
  
  • FINC 427 - Financial Risk Management

    (3)
    Introduction to financial risk management. Addresses use of derivative contracts including options, futures, and swaps to manage price risk in equities, commodities, and fixed income instruments. Focus on valuation techniques with application to corporate finance and investment management. Prereq: FINC 321 . Offered: Spring.
  
  • FINC 428 - Financial Institutions

    (3)
    Study of the various types of financial institutions–banks, insurance companies, brokerage firms, and mutual funds–and the regulatory and competitive environment in which they exist. Specific areas addressed include: the role of government in financial markets, the changing competitive boundaries of financial services firms, the markets for various financial instruments, and the measurement and management of risk among financial institutions. Prereq: FINC 321 . Offered: Fall.
  
  • FINC 429 - Business Finance II

    (3)
    Case-based course in which students apply skills and concepts acquired in the core finance course (Financial Management) to actual business situations. Prereq: FINC 321 . Offered: Spring.
  
  • FINC 434 - Fixed Income Securities

    (3)
    An introduction to the markets for and valuation of fixed income securities including coupon bonds, floating rate notes, bonds with embedded options, mortgage-backed securities, and the derivatives of these securities. Tools covered include yield curve construction as well as managing interest rate risk and credit risk. Prereq: FINC 321 . Offered: Spring, on rotation.
  
  • FINC 444 - Investments II

    (3)

    Second half of a two-course sequence, this course is intended to acquaint students with the techniques, vehicles, and strategies for implementing investment goals in a portfolio context and in light of risk-return trade-offs. Emphasis is placed upon gaining a fundamental understanding of the various capital markets as well as investment vehicles such as stocks, bonds, options, and futures. Prereq: FINC 424 . Offered: Fall and Spring.

  
  • FINC 450 - Bulldog Investment Fund

    (1-3)
    Vehicle for participating in The Bulldog Fund, a student-managed investment portfolio. Students analyze existing positions, research new investment ideas, present their proposals, and report results to Samford’s Investment Committee. Variable credit. May be repeated once for a maximum of 6 credits. Prereqs: FINC 321 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
  
  • FINC 492 - Business Internship: Finance

    (3)
    Individualized, experiential learning program structured through a variety of business organizations. This course is project-oriented, merging theory learned in the classroom with the workplace environment. Includes seminars, presentations, and career counseling in conjunction with on-site learning at the business organization. Exposes students to the world of finance and the career planning process. Grading is pass/fail. Prereq: FINC 321 ; permission from Office of Internship, School of Business, and finance faculty. Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.

Finance - Graduate

  
  • FINC 514 - Corporate Finance

    (3)
    Study of concepts and skills used in financial decision-making and analysis. Includes valuing assets, determining the cost of capital, calculating the most appropriate leverage and capital structure, understanding the dynamics of international finance, analyzing working capital needs, and forecasting funds flow. Prereqs: ACCT 511  and ECON 512 .
  
  • FINC 521 - Managerial Finance

    (3)
    Study of the strategies and tactics of acquiring and applying financial assets, measuring results, and matching requirements with funding sources. Includes coverage of international financial issues. Prereq/Co-req: BUSA 505 .
  
  • FINC 523 - Behavioral Finance

    (3)
    Study of the various behavioral barriers to appropriate financial decisions and actions, how these behavioral patterns often conflict with the underlying assumptions of classical finance theory, and how these contradictions can be dealt with most appropriately. Prereq: FINC 514  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FINC 524 - Investments

    (3)

    Focus on the great ideas that have helped to shape modern investment thought and practice. Particular emphasis is placed upon an inquiry into a central theorem of investing: is the market efficient? Throughout the course, practical aspects of individual and institutional investing will also be discussed. The course structure will be a seminar format. Contemporary topics and events will be discussed each week. Prereq: FINC 521 . Offered: Summer, on rotation.

  
  • FINC 525 - Bulldog Investment Fund

    (3)
    Students are selected to participate in The Bulldog Fund, a student-managed investment portfolio. They analyze existing positions, research new investment ideas, present their proposals, and report results to Samford’s Investment Committee. Prereqs: FINC 524  and permission of the instructor.
  
  • FINC 528 - Financial Markets and Institutions

    (3)

    Study of the various types of financial institutions-banks, insurance companies, and mutual funds-and the regulatory and competitive environment in which they exist. Specific areas addressed include: the role of government in financial markets, the changing competitive boundaries of financial services firms, the markets for various financial instruments including money markets, bonds, stocks, futures, options, swaps, foreign exchange, and the measurement and management of risk among financial institutions. Prereq: FINC 514 . Offered: Summer, on rotation.

  
  • FINC 530 - Personal Financial Planning

    (3)
    Provides students with a broad-based knowledge of the key elements of financial planning. Key topics include: budgeting, credit issues, taxation, investments, insurance, retirement planning, and estate planning. Course goals include both an understanding of current practice and the development of analytical abilities that should prove useful as options change due to new products, new technologies, and changes in the law. Prereq: FINC 514  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • FINC 570 - Financial Statement Analysis

    (3)
     

    Analysis of corporate financial reports from a decision-maker’s perspective. This course is case-and-applications-oriented and will emphasize the fundamental techniques of financial statement analysis. Building upon a review of accounting and investment concepts, we will cover the analysis (including ratio analysis) and interpretation of financial accounting information including the balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows. Additionally, we will examine the use of accounting information in investment and credit decisions, including valuation and debt ratings. Prereqs: ACCT 519  and FINC 521 , or by permission of instructor. Offered: Summer. Co-listed as ACCT 570 .

  
  • FINC 594 - Topics in Finance

    (3)

    Advanced study in finance. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits, if topics vary. Prereq: FINC 514  or acceptable score on placement exam. (Formerly BUSA 594)


Foundations

  
  • FOUN 101 - Foundations

    (1)
    One-hour course designed to address various issues that first-year students encounter. The course is taught by faculty and staff who are well suited to become advocates and mentors for freshmen. Topics included in the course: the mission of the University, academic advising, time management, financial management, social issues, campus involvement, faculty-student relationships, and academic success. Students are not required to enroll in the course, but most do. Students receive one academic credit for successful completion of the course. Offered: Fall.
  
  • FOUN 102 - Foundations: Special Topics

    (1)
    One-hour course that allows a more intensive Foundations experience for students with specific interests, including major discernment, successful transition within the University, and preparation for professional school. Offered: Spring.
  
  • FOUN 201 - Foundations: Peer Mentoring

    (0-1)
    Student will serve as a peer mentor for one section of Foundations and participate in a guided practicum in teaching to develop the student’s instructional and leadership skills. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits. Standard grading applies for initial course, but grading is pass/fail if course is repeated. Prereq: FOUN 101  and permission of the program director. Offered: Fall.
  
  • FOUN 210 - Foundations Special Topics

    (1 or 2)
    This 1-2 variable credit course is designed to assist students in their developmental transitions throughout the middle years in college. Through opportunities both on and off campus, students will discuss and reflect on important ideas that cultivate academic and cultural awareness, promote intellectual curiosity, and connect with various career paths. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Prereq: FOUN 101 . Offered: Every semester.

French

  
  • FREN 101 - Elementary French I

    (4)
    Introduction to French language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. Three class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Offered: Fall and Spring.
  
  • FREN 102 - Elementary French II

    (4)
    Introduction to French language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. Three class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Prereq: Successful completion of FREN 101 , satisfactory score on placement exam, or permission of program director. Offered: Fall and Spring.
  
  • FREN 201 - Intermediate French I

    (4)
    Systematic review of French with continued emphasis on enhancing proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. Sequence includes two class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly to provide a setting for intermediate-level mastery. Completion of this sequence fulfills the general education language requirement. Prereq: Successful completion of FREN 102  or satisfactory score on placement exam. Offered: Fall, Summer 1 (locally), and Summer 2 (abroad).
  
  • FREN 202 - Intermediate French II

    (4)
    Systematic review of French with continued emphasis on enhancing proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. Sequence includes two class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly to provide a setting for intermediate-level mastery. Completion of this sequence fulfills the general education language requirement. Prereq: Successful completion of FREN 201 . Offered: Spring (202), Summer 1 (locally), and Summer 2 (abroad).
  
  • FREN 203 - Accelerated Intermediate French

    (4)
    Accelerated intermediate course that compresses essential elements of FREN 201  and FREN 202  into one semester. Designed to develop cross-cultural understanding and proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding, it includes three class meetings and two laboratory sessions each week. Successful completion of this sequence fulfills the general education language requirement. Prereq: Grade of A in FREN 102  or the required score on the placement exam. Offered: Fall.
  
  • FREN 301 - Conversation/Composition/Grammar

    (4)
    Intensive practice of oral and written language skills and comprehensive review of advanced-level grammatical structures. Includes free and multi-draft composition and stresses effective self-expression. Prereq: Successful completion of FREN 202 , FREN 203 , or the equivalent. Offered: Fall.
  
  • FREN 302 - Conversation/Composition/Reading

    (4)
    Intensive practice of oral and written language skills and development of advanced-level reading proficiency. Includes free and multi-draft composition and stresses French cultural and literary traditions. Prereq: Successful completion of FREN 202 , FREN 203 , or the equivalent. Offered: Spring.
  
  • FREN 310 - Advanced Proficiency Enhancement

    (1)
    Mentored review and reinforcement of listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing skills, grammar structures, or career-oriented language context, as determined by individual student needs in French at the advanced level. Prereqs: Successful completion of FREN 301  or FREN 302 , and permission of program director. Offered: Upon request.
  
  • FREN 311 - Directed-Teaching Experience I

    (1)
    Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: FREN 202 , FREN 203 , or the equivalent; and permission of program director.
  
  • FREN 315 - French Culture I

    (4)
    Overview of French-speaking societies from an historical and contemporary perspective with emphasis on their customs, values, geography, artistic achievements, and scientific discoveries. Prereq: FREN 202 , FREN 203 , or the equivalent. Offered: On rotation.
  
  • FREN 316 - French Culture II

    (4)
    Overview of French-speaking societies from an historical and contemporary perspective with emphasis on their customs, values, geography, artistic achievements, and scientific discoveries. Prereq: FREN 202 , FREN 203 , or the equivalent. Offered: On rotation.
  
  • FREN 321 - Directed-Teaching Experience II

    (1)
    Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: FREN 202 , FREN 203 , or the equivalent; and permission of program director.
  
  • FREN 331 - Directed-Teaching Experience III

    (1)
    Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: FREN 202 , FREN 203 , or the equivalent; and permission of program director.
  
  • FREN 340 - Advanced Career Studies

    (1-4)
    Mentored course in career-specific language acquisition at the advanced level. Course may be repeated if topics are different. Variable credit. Prereqs: Successful completion of at least one 4-credit upper-level course, or the equivalent, and permission of program director. Offered: Upon request.
 

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