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BCIS 2610 Introduction to Computers in Business ( 3 hours )
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Study of the introductory concepts of computing in business; basic computer components, computer history and programming.

Prerequisites: MATH 1100 or higher (MATH 1180 preferred).
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BCIS 2996 Honors College Mentored Research Experience ( 3 hours )

Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of Honors College dean. May be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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BCIS 3610 Basic Information Systems ( 3 hours )
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Theory, capabilities, applications, benefits, liabilities and economics of business computer information systems. Using the computer to solve business problems. Management information systems and computer-based decision support emphasized. Use of standard support application packages.

Prerequisites: BCIS 2610 or equivalent.
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BCIS 3615 Visual Display of Business Information ( 3 hours )
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Explores the use of visual display techniques and tools in the creation of electronic business documents and presentations. Stresses development of good written and oral presentation skills, as well as familiarity with a wide range of multimedia tools.

Prerequisites: BCIS 2610 or equivalent. Core Category: Discovery
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BCIS 3620 File Concepts and Procedures ( 3 hours )
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Introduction to COBOL programming in the business environment. Emphasis on the fundamentals of structured program design, development, testing, implementation and documentation of common business-oriented applications using COBOL. Coverage of language syntax, data and file structures editing, report generation, data validation, basic file processing and an introduction to batch and interactive JCL.

Prerequisites: BCIS 2610 or equivalent; a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT).
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BCIS 3630 Object ( 3 hours )
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Introduction of abstract data types, inheritance, object identity, polymorphism as they relate to building business objects and business classes; use of Java programming language depicting the object orientation concepts; use of class libraries and Java packages for business object construction.

Prerequisites: BCIS 2610 or equivalent; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course; or consent of department.
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BCIS 3680 Enterprise ( 3 hours )
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Concepts of enterprise-level Java development such as graphical interfaces, JavaBeans, database services, and distributed systems as they relate to building object-oriented applications at the enterprise-level.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3630. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 3690 Information Systems Concepts ( 3 hours )
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Concepts of advanced COBOL programming: computer utilization, business applications, data structures, information systems research potential and software design on interactive systems. Topics include structured designs, software development tools, advance file processing, utilities, OS and interactive JCL, report writer, debugging, sorting and other advanced COBOL language features.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3620. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 3996 Honors College Mentored Research Experience ( 3 hours )

Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Honors College; at least junior class status; consent of Honors College dean. May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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BCIS 4610 Analysis of Business Information Systems ( 3 hours )
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An integrated perspective of the problems in today's information systems environment, concentration on contemporary design methodologies and considerations unique to users of computers and information systems. Topics include current systems analysis, modular design, development and implementation, documentation, project planning and task definition, and other systems analysis topics.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3610 or equivalent; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4620 Introduction to Database Applications ( 3 hours )

Analysis of file organization techniques and data structures. Consideration of the management of data as a resource. Design of data models and databases in business organizations. Use of database management systems and user-oriented data languages.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3610, BCIS 3630. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4630 Fundamentals of Information Technology Security ( 3 hours )
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Introduction to the security systems development life cycle and its effects on application development, software engineering, traditional systems analysis and networking. Examines the various components of information privacy and security.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3630. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4640 Administrative Problems in Information Systems ( 3 hours )
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Advanced analysis of business information systems. An integrated investigation of business computer information systems programming and systems development concepts. Use of project management methodologies, concentration on tools and techniques, formal presentations and group dynamics.

Prerequisites: BCIS 4610. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4650 Visual Programming for Business Applications ( 3 hours )
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Business application design and development from the perspective of visual programming technologies. Emphasis on performance characteristics and user interface design considerations.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3630. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4660 Introduction to Data Warehousing ( 3 hours )
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Investigates model-based approaches to the design of data warehouses. Examines their critical role in decision systems for business and industry.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3610; DSCI 3710 or DSCI 3870; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4670 Continuing Seminar in Computer ( 3 hours )
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Seminar on current topics in business computer information systems. Examines state-of-the-art issues associated with the design, development, implementation, control and management of business computer information systems. Prerequisite(s):

Prerequisites: BCIS 3630. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4680 Distributed Systems and Teleprocessing ( 3 hours )
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Development of an understanding of the differences between centralized, decentralized and distributed data processing systems; their relationships with the business enterprise, data communications and the parameters affecting the implementation of the system; provides background for analysis, design, selection and evaluation of hardware, software and support required for a distributed data processing environment.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3630. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4690 Information Technology Management ( 3 hours )
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Overview of the management of an organization's information assets. Emphasizes techniques and issues specific to information systems department management; the development, implementation and operation of computer-based information systems; as well as personnel, career management, assessment, legal, ethical, global and societal issues.

Prerequisites: BCIS 4610. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department; completion of all other business foundation courses with a grade of C or better and senior standin
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BCIS 4700 Problem Solving and Decision Making Process ( 3 hours )

Study of the process of decision making, and the information requirements of decisions; decision support system tool selection and DSS applications development.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3610. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4710 Object ( 3 hours )
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Examines the object-oriented paradigm and the analysis and design of information systems using object-oriented approaches.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3630. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4720 Web ( 3 hours )
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Provides tools, skills, and an understanding of technology, business concepts and issues that surround the use of web-based information systems. In addition to acquiring basic skills for development of web-based information systems, the student develops an understanding of the current practices and opportunities in electronic publishing, electronic commerce, electronic distribution and electronic collaboration. The student explores several problem areas in electronic commerce such as security (authentication, privacy), encryption, safeguarding of intellectual property rights, acceptable use policies, and legal liabilities.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3630. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4740 Administration and Policy in Information Security ( 3 hours )
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Investigates the major concepts and techniques used in client-server systems architecture and information security, beginning with a strategic planning process for security. Subjects include security practices, security architecture and models, continuity planning and disaster recovery planning.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3610. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4800 Cooperative Education ( 1-3 hours )

Supervised work in a job related to student's career objective.

Prerequisites: BCIS 3620 or BCIS 3630; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); student must meet the employer's requirements, and have consent of the department chair or BCIS undergraduate coordinator. Pass/no pass only. Cannot be used as a support
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BCIS 4900 Special Problems ( 1-3 hours )

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Prerequisites: ECON 1100, ECON 1110, MATH 1100. BCIS 2610 or equivalent; ACCT 2010 and ACCT 2020 with a grade of C or better; MATH 1190 or equivalent; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course or consent of department.
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BCIS 4951 Honors College Capstone Thesis ( 3 hours )

Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.

Prerequisites: Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of
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BCIS 5090 Introduction to Business Computer Information Systems ( 1.5 hours )
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Examines the interaction between information systems and the organizational context. Specific topics to be covered include the strategic role of information systems (IS), interorganizational systems, the Internet and WWW, electronic commerce, reengineering, the human impacts of IS, the management of change, IS development and implementation, and emerging types of information technology. Course work includes lectures, readings, case analyses and discussion, electronic meeting technology, hands-on computer assignments and a team field project.

Prerequisites: None.
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BCIS 5110 Structure of Programming Languages ( 3 hours )
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Introduces graduate students to new approaches in programming business applications. Makes use of visual programming tools such as VB.NET as well as traditional programming tools such as JAVA. Problem-solving techniques and structured programming are covered early and used throughout the course.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5090 or equivalent or consent of department.
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BCIS 5120 Information Systems Development ( 3 hours )
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Foundations of business information systems analysis and design. Concentration on contemporary design methodologies and computer-aided software engineering techniques. Topics include strategic information systems planning, requirements analysis, user interface design, data design, process design, system testing, ethics and system audit ability, control and security.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5090 or equivalent or consent of department.
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BCIS 5130 Fundamentals of Presentation Design ( 3 hours )
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Focuses on the concepts, design and delivery of business presentations in today's challenging business environments. Develops techniques for defining target audiences and meeting their demands, especially senior executive demands. Address issues of written, oral and electronic presentation to these target audiences. Applies the elements and principles of aesthetic design, as well as basics of color theory and its application, to presentations. Requires students to develop an appreciation for both functional and aesthetic design.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5090 or consent of department.
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BCIS 5420 Foundations of Database Management Systems ( 3 hours )
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Introduction to database and database management systems technology within the framework of a business environment. Topics include the study of analysis, design, development and implementation of database-oriented file organizations in business applications.

Prerequisites: Consent of department.
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BCIS 5510 Information Technology Resource Management ( 3 hours )

Investigates the major concepts and techniques using information technology to meet the needs of an organization. Includes skills management, hardware and software portfolio management, outsourcing partnering, return on investment of IT projects, and flexibility in dealing with environmental change.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5120 or consent of department.
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BCIS 5520 Information Technology Service Management ( 3 hours )

Provides a standards-based framework to structure IT-related activities and approaches for supporting and delivering IT services; to enhance the interactions of IT technical personnel with business customers and users; and to increase the quality, reliability and flexibility of IT services. Investigates the relationships of ITSM processes (e.g., ITIL, COBIT, COSO) with other business process improvement approaches (e.g., TQM, Six Sigma, Business Process Management, CMMI, SOX), frameworks and methodologies.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5120 or consent of department.
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BCIS 5620 Networking and Telecommunications ( 3 hours )
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Examines strategic impact on the business organization of the convergence of telecommunications and computer topics. Includes the design and organizational restructuring issues associated with new technologies in telecommunications.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5120 or consent of department.
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BCIS 5630 Information Technology Security ( 3 hours )
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Examines technical and managerial issues associated with the design, development and deployment of security of client/server and other computer systems. Topics include security and privacy issues associated with architectures, platform connectivity and networks.

Prerequisites: BCIS 4630 (or equivalent) or consent of department.
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BCIS 5640 Object ( 3 hours )
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Examines a variety of managerial issues associated with developing and implementing object-oriented system applications within business.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5120 and BCIS 5420, or consent of department.
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BCIS 5650 Emerging Information Technologies ( 3 hours )
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Examines various managerial and technical issues associated with the introduction of new information technologies within the firm. Subjects include environmental scanning for new IT developments, assessment of new IT and legal/ethical issues.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5090 or consent of department.
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BCIS 5660 Data Administration and Project Management ( 3 hours )
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Examines data administration and project management functions including the implementation and acquisition of business computer information systems within the constraints of legal, technological, economic and environmental issues. Topics are analyzed with respect to their impact on the selection, acquisition, utilization and evaluation of business computer information systems.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5090 or consent of department.
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BCIS 5670 International Issues in Information Technology ( 3 hours )
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Discussion and in-depth analysis of contemporary information systems topics with emphasis on the economic and technological impact of computer information systems on the business environment.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5120 or consent of department.
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BCIS 5680 Web-Based Systems Development ( 3 hours )
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Provides tools, skills and an understanding of technology, business concepts and issues that surround the emergence of electronic commerce on the Internet. In addition to acquiring basic skills for navigating the Internet and creating a personal electronic presence of the World Wide Web, the student will develop an understanding of the current practices and opportunities in electronic publishing, electronic shopping, electronic distribution and electronic collaboration. The student will also explore several of the problem areas in electronic commerce such as security (authentication, privacy), encryption, safeguarding or intellectual property rights, acceptable use policies and legal liabilities.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5120 or consent of department.
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BCIS 5690 Topics in Information Technology ( 3 hours )
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Current issues dealing with the development and use of information technologies in business.

Prerequisites: BCIS 5120 or consent of department. May be repeated for credit.
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BCIS 5700 Strategic Use of Information Technology ( 3 hours )

Provides an overview and understanding of the issues involved in the strategic management of the information assets of organizations. Examines a broad range of issues and problems associated with the management of information technology (IT) and information systems (IS) and their alignment with the strategic goals of the organizations. Focuses on the managerial rather than the technical issues and views IS from the perspective of managers at all levels.

Prerequisites: Completion of Foundation and Technology Sequence course work and within 9 hours of graduation.
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BCIS 5800 Cooperative Education Internship ( 1-3 hours )

Supervised work in a job related to student's career objective.

Prerequisites: Student must meet employer's requirements and have consent of department chair or BCIS master's coordinator. Pass/no pass only. Cannot be used as a support course.
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BCIS 5900 Special Problems ( 1-3 hours )

Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problem chosen by the student and developed through conferences and activities under the direction of the instructor.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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BCIS 5910 Special Problems ( 1-3 hours )

Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problem chosen by the student and developed through conferences and activities under the direction of the instructor.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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BCIS 6010 Seminar in Business Administration ( 3 hours )

Covers one or more special fields.

Prerequisites: None. May be repeated for credit. Two or more sections may be taken concurrently.
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BCIS 6100 Seminar in Instructional Practices in Information Systems ( 1 hour )

Study of instructional methods used in information systems and management science. Intended to be a rigorous course that exposes doctoral students in information systems and management science to an array of topics in teaching methodologies. Focuses on those topics that provide doctoral students with practical teaching tips to help them become more effective in the classroom. Different learning styles are addressed, and frameworks, theories and teaching models are presented that help doctoral students continually improve their teaching throughout their career.

Prerequisites: Consent of department.
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BCIS 6650 Seminar in General Systems Theory ( 3 hours )

Study of computer information systems in the context of their interaction with the environment in which they operate, including the human decision maker and how the information system is supported or inhibited by the orientation and design of the environment in which it operates.

Prerequisites: None.
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BCIS 6660 Comparative Information Systems Theory ( 3 hours )

Comparative study of present theories with particular attention to the role of computer-based information systems in the organizational policy of business, government and other institutions.

Prerequisites: Consent of department. May be repeated for credit.
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BCIS 6670 Topics in Information Systems ( 3 hours )

Topics of historical, current and future relevance in the design, development, installation and management of computer-based information systems are examined using readings, case studies and lectures.

Prerequisites: Consent of department. May be repeated for credit.
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BCIS 6900 Special Problems ( 1-3 hours )

Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs, accompanied by conferences with professors in fields involved.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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BCIS 6910 Special Problems ( 1-12 hours )

Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs, accompanied by conferences with professors in fields involved.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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BCIS 6940 Individual Research ( 1-12 hours )

Individual research for the doctoral candidate.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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BCIS 6950 Doctoral Dissertation ( 3, 6 or 9 hours )

To be scheduled only with consent of department. 12 hours credit required. No credit assigned until dissertation has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Doctoral students must maintain continuous enrollment in this course subsequent to passing qualifying examination for admission to candidacy.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration. May be repeated for credit.
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DSCI 2710 Data Analysis with Spreadsheets ( 3 hours )
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Collection, description and analysis of numerical data. Data presentation, tables, charts and graphs, descriptive statistics, analysis of time series and index numbers, sampling techniques and distributions, estimation, confidence intervals, with applications in quality control and productivity.

Prerequisites: None. Core Category: Mathematics
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DSCI 2996 Honors College Mentored Research Experience ( 3 hours )

Research experience conducted by a freshman or sophomore honors student under the supervision of a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of the Honors College dean. May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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DSCI 3710 Business Statistics with Spreadsheets ( 3 hours )
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Statistical inference for means and proportions, analysis of variance, correlation, simple and multiple regression. Extensive use of cases and spreadsheets.

Prerequisites: DSCI 2710 with a grade of C or better.
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DSCI 3870 Management Science ( 3 hours )
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Introduction to operations research for business decision making. Spreadsheet methods are used to evaluate the following: deterministic models; allocation problems, linear programming, sequencing and scheduling, and network models.

Prerequisites: ECON 1100, ECON 1110, MATH 1100. DSCI 2710 or consent of instructor; ACCT 2010 and ACCT 2020 with grades of C or better; MATH 1190 or equivalent.
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DSCI 3996 Honors College Mentored Research Experience ( 3 hours )

Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Honors College; at least junior class status; consent of Honors College dean. May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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DSCI 4510 Modeling for Business Intelligence ( 3 hours )

How modeling for business intelligence systems can be utilized as a key element within a managerial decision process. Attention is paid to how and why such a model is used in a BI support system environment. Topics include the use of mathematical, statistical and business models that are both structured and semi-structured decision problems.

Prerequisites: DSCI 3870, BCIS 3610. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken DSCI course.
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DSCI 4520 Introduction to Data Mining ( 3 hours )
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Knowledge discovery in large databases, using data mining tools and techniques. Topics include data exploration, modeling and model evaluation. Decision making in a case-embedded business environment is emphasized.

Prerequisites: DSCI 3710, BCIS 3610. 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken DSCI course.
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DSCI 4700 Analytics for Decision Making ( 3 hours )

Study of the process of decision making and the information requirements of decisions; decision support systems tool selection and DSS applications development.

Prerequisites: BCIS 4660 or ACCT 4100 or LSCM 3960; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken DSCI course.
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DSCI 4900 Special Problems ( 1-3 hours )


Prerequisites: None.
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DSCI 4951 Honors College Capstone Thesis ( 3 hours )

Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.

Prerequisites: Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of
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DSCI 5010 Statistical Analysis ( 1.5 hours )
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Basic descriptive and inferential statistics; includes frequency distributions, averages, dispersions, index numbers, time-series analysis, probability, theoretical distributions, sampling distribution, estimation, tests of significance, chi-square, regression and correlation, analysis of variance and sample design.

Prerequisites: MATH 1190 or equivalent. This course meets the deficiency requirement of statistics (DSCI 2710 and 3710) for MBA candidates, and may be counted as part of a graduate program in a field other than business administration.
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DSCI 5180 Introduction to the Business Decision Process ( 3 hours )
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Emphasis on model assumptions, applying the correct statistical model and interpreting the results. Topics include simple regression, multiple regression (e.g., qualitative variable coding, model building) and experimental design (e.g., completely randomized design, randomized block design, multi-factor designs).

Prerequisites: DSCI 5010 or equivalent.
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DSCI 5210 Model ( 3 hours )
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Explains how model-based business intelligence systems aid managerial decision processes. Attention is paid to the how and why such models are used in a business intelligence systems environment. Topics include the use of mathematical, statistical and business models that are embedded in business intelligence decision systems for dealing with both structured and semi-structured decision problems. Students identify opportunities and problems for which the use of modeling will enhance a decision maker-s chance of success. Different type of models and decision structuring techniques will be compared and contrasted, and appropriate techniques are illustrated to analyze real-life situations.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5010 or equivalent.
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DSCI 5230 Non ( 3 hours )

Analysis of business research data that is categorical or ordinal (ranked or scaled) and is therefore not suitable for computations such as means and standard deviations. Topics include measurements of consumer preferences, market segmentation, labor or job grades, racial and sex classifications, and exempt characteristics and performance ratings. Single and multiple sample techniques are discussed.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5010 or equivalent, or consent of department.
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DSCI 5240 Data Mining ( 3 hours )
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A survey of data mining techniques and software is presented. Topics include extracting information from large databases and designing data-based decision support systems. Decision making in a case-embedded business environment is emphasized. Topics include latest advances in data mining research.

Prerequisites: None.
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DSCI 5250 Statistical Techniques in Simulation ( 3 hours )
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Examination of construction and use of simulation models in business. Random number and process generators, construction of simulation models, introduction to special purpose simulation languages and research project.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5260 Business Process Analytics ( 3 hours )

Utilization of problem-solving techniques applied to the functional areas of business under risk and uncertainty. Business process analysis concepts, methodologies and tools are utilized in solving real problems in the business, government and academic settings. The foundations for this are business process analysis employing business process software, six sigma analysis and state-of-the-art statistical software. Students will develop and present solutions to the problems chosen for analysis. Emphasis is placed on problem structuring, creating solutions and presentations of solutions.

DSCI 5320 Quality Control ( 3 hours )
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Broad coverage of managerial and statistical aspects of quality control, including quality assurance and quality management. Topic coverage includes problem-solving tools, process capability assessment, control charts for variables, control charts for attributes and advanced control chart methods.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5330 Enterprise Applications of Business Intelligence ( 3 hours )
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Current issues in the utilization of business intelligence (BI) in business, government, academia and innovation. Topics include the concepts, methodologies and tools to efficiently and effectively implement business intelligence endeavors. Emphasis is placed on current direction of BI as it is relevant to projects underway in business, government and academia across all levels of their value chains. A semester project in the area of BI relevant to a functional area of business is an important component of this course.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5340 Predictive Analytics and Business Forecasting ( 3 hours )

Covers major topics used in developing predictive modeling and applied statistical forecasting models that are of major interest to business, government and academia. These include exploring the calibration of models, the estimation of seasonal indices and the selection of variables to generate operational business forecasts. Topics assist business professionals in utilizing historical patterns to build a more constructive view of their future. Overview of how these topics can be used with data capture, integration and information deployment capabilities to ensure more productive decisions and more accurate planning. Modern forecasting techniques are covered for the evaluation of sophisticated business models used to make intelligent decisions in marketing, finance, personnel management, production scheduling, process control, facilities management and strategic planning.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5690 Topics in Decision Sciences ( 3 hours )

Current issues dealing with the development and use of decision science models in business.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5180 or consent of department. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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DSCI 5900 Special Problems ( 1-3 hours )

Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problem chosen by the student and developed through conferences and activities under the direction of the instructor.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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DSCI 5910 Special Problems ( 1-3 hours )

Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problem chosen by the student and developed through conferences and activities under the direction of the instructor.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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MSCI 6000 Theory and Application of Nonparametric Statistics ( 3 hours )
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Analysis of business research data that is categorical or ordinal (ranked or scaled). Topics include linear rank statistics, test of location for single and multiple sample problems, goodness-of-fit tests, measures of association, related samples tests and independent samples tests, rank tests for ordered alternatives and permutation tests.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5180 or equivalent.
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MSCI 6010 Seminar in Business Administration ( 3 hours )
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Covers one or more special fields.

Prerequisites: None. May be repeated for credit, and two or more sections may be taken concurrently.
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MSCI 6740 Theory and Application of Operations Research ( 3 hours )

Introduction to the theoretical foundations of operation research techniques. Examples and exercises included with an application orientation. Designed to enhance one's understanding of mathematical basis of and research in operations research. Covers the two broad areas of deterministic and stochastic models in operation research. An understanding of basic calculus and matrix algebra is assumed.

Prerequisites: DSCI 5210 or consent of department.
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MSCI 6750 Management Science Seminar ( 3 hours )
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Organizational problems involved in the development and implementation of various management science models, as well as the applicability of the models to different technical problems in varying ecotechnological systems; in-depth study of areas of potential application of the more widely used management science models.

Prerequisites: Consent of department. May be repeated for credit.
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MSCI 6900 Special Problems ( 1-3 hours )

Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs, accompanied by conferences with professors in fields involved.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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MSCI 6910 Special Problems ( 1-12 hours )

Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs, accompanied by conferences with professors in field involved.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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MSCI 6940 Individual Research ( 1-12 hours )

Individual research for the doctoral candidate.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration. May be repeated for credit.
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MSCI 6950 Doctoral Dissertation ( 3, 6 or 9 hours )

To be scheduled only with consent of department. 12 hours credit required. No credit assigned until dissertation has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Doctoral students must maintain continuous enrollment in this course subsequent to passing qualifying examination for admission to candidacy.

Prerequisites: Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration. May be repeated for credit.
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