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Course Descriptions

 

Biomedical Engineering
  

  • BME 133 - Programming Applications in Biomedical Engineering

    1 units
    Introduction to applied programming applications in biomedical engineering. Use of Python, JMP. ImageJ to gather, organize, analyze, and present various data types, especially those pertinent to biomedical engineers working in FDA-regulated environments.

    Lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 25 .
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 135 - Biomedical Engineering Design Methods

    2 units
    Review of FDA-required design methods. Application of engineering drafting and design principles to the development of biomedical devices and manufacturing processes. Use of computer-aided design (CAD) tools to generate 3-D models and 2-D drawings of parts and assemblies. Application tolerances for statistical process control.

    Lecture 1 hour/lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 25  and ENGR 10 .
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 147 - Quantitative Methods for BME

    3 units
    Descriptive statistics; hypothesis testing; linear and nonlinear model regression; statistical approach to medical device verification and validation; statistical sampling plans; analysis of survival data; bioinformatics; quantitative methods for design and testing of biomedical devices; programming for statistical analysis (R, Matlab).

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 32  or MATH 32X  or MATH 32H , BME 115 , and BME 177  all with a grade of “C-” or better.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 165 - Applied Engineering Biomechanics

    3 units
    Exploration of structural biomechanics applied to the human body. Students compare linear and nonlinear elastic, and viscoelastic models for describing the behavior of musculoskeletal tissues and implants. Concepts include bone remodeling, osteoarthritis, implant failure, muscle contraction, and cardiac mechanics.

    Prerequisite(s): CE 95 , CE 99 , BME 65  or equivalent; And MATE 25  or BME 68  or equivalent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 168 - Medical and Biological Polymers

    3 units
    Polymers applications in medical devices and equipment, biological and biodegradable polymers, structure-processing-properties relationships, chemistry, thermal transitions, mechanical, electrical and optical properties, clinical outcomes and complications arising from use of polymers, regulatory framework for polymer use in humans.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 68  or MATE 25  with “C-” or better
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 174 - Biomedical Regulatory Requirements

    3 units
    Study of Food and Drug Administration regulations for design of biomedical engineering products and processes, including design review and documentation processes; Good Laboratory Practices; Good Manufacturing Practices; quality and reliability requirements.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGR 100W , BME 115 
    Corequisite(s): BME 177 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 177 - Physiology for Engineers

    3 units
    Structure and function of physiological systems and discussion of topics of particular importance to the design, development, construction and clinical application of biomedical devices. Practical laboratory application of technologies to monitor, repair, replace or augment physiological systems.

    Misc/Lab: Lecture 2 hour/Lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 30 , CHEM 1B , PHYS 50  
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with BIOL 177 . Biomedical Engineering is responsible for scheduling.


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  • BME 178 - Biomedical Product Realization

    3 units
    Basics of product realization from concept to clinical trials to prepare students for career(s) in multiple bioengineering sectors. Specific topics include: Product Concept, Research & Development, Design Controls in Application, Design Verification and Design Validation, Process Control in Application, Software Validation, Effective Risk Management, Engineering and Quality Management System Practices.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGR 100W , BME 147 , BME 174  all with a grade of C- or better.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 180 - Individual Studies

    1-3 units
    Individual work on special topics. Students work with faculty and/or industry mentors on design, research, lab development or other types of projects.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • BME 182 - Orthotics and Prosthetics

    3 units
    Diagrammatic breakdown of prosthetic design covering patient interfaces, socket designs, materials, modular components, prosthetic feet, prosthetic knees, upper extremity designs. Treatment options within current standard of care, device design trends, future device, material, and design needs.

    Prerequisite(s): CE 95  or CE 99 , MATE 25 , BME 115 , BME 177 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 187 - Medical Device Quality Systems

    3 units
    Introduction to the quality management system (QMS) framework for medical devices, principles of QMS, product and service quality evaluation, and control. Topics include: document control, supplier management, training, audits, reliability assessment, feedback and monitoring, quality tools for investigation, and continuous improvement techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 174 .
    Pre/Corequisite(s): BME 147  or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 188 - Biomedical Device Manufacturing

    3 units
    Overview of manufacturing processes for producing biomedical devices, implants, instruments, prosthetics, and capital equipment. Introduction to design processes and tools that facilitate start-up and expansion of manufacturing activities.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 25 , MATE 25 , BME 115 , BME 177 , all with C- or better
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 192 - International Program Studies

    1-12 units
    Study Abroad and Away transfer credit course. Study Abroad and Away provides students the opportunity to study abroad on long term programs (Exchange Programs, CSU International Programs, and International Student Exchange Programs) and short-term programs (Faculty-Led Programs and Summer School Abroad Programs) for academic credit, offering Alternative Break Programs for cultural immersion, and designing other globally focused opportunities. This course is designated as a placeholder course for Study Abroad and Away programs.

    Grading: Mixed Grading


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  • BME 198A - Senior Design Project I

    2 units
    Apply bioengineering principles to the design and implementation of an approved project, from problem definition to analysis, design and validation, and experimentation, including possible construction and testing. Integrate global and social issues in engineering. GE Area: S when taken with BME Major sequence.

    Lecture 1 hour/Lab 3 hours.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies S: Self, Society & Equality in US.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGR 100W , BME 117 , BME 177  all with a C or better. Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended. Allowed Declared Major: Biomedical Engineering or Graduate Standing.
    Corequisite(s): ENGR 195A , and BME 147  or CHE 162  / ISE 162  or ISE 130 . 
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): Meets GE Areas S and V when course is taken in combination with: BME 198B , ENGR 195A  and ENGR 195B . All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.


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  • BME 198B - Senior Design Project II

    2 units
    Continuation of BME 198A. Culmination of project requiring formal oral presentation and report consisting of documentation of project methodology and results. GE Area: V when taken with BME major sequence.

    Lecture 1 hour/Lab 3 hours.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies V: Culture, Civil & Global Understanding.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 198A  with C or better; BME 147  with C- or better. Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended. Allowed Declared Major: Biomedical Engineering or Graduate Standing. 
    Pre/Corequisite(s): ENGR 195B .
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing. Meets GE Areas S and V when course is taken in combination with: BME 198A , ENGR 195A  and ENGR 195B .


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  • BME 207 - Experimental Methods in BME

    3 units
    Introduction to experimental methods and techniques used in Biomedical Engineering. Principles of data representation, analysis, and experimental designs in bioreactors, biomaterials, and medical devices. Topics include error analyses, modeling, normality testing, hypothesis testing. This is a hands-on course, and students will operate equipment in the departments laboratories.

    2 hours lecture/3 hours lab.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

    Prerequisite(s): BME 115 , graduate standing.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program.


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  • BME 210 - Mathematical Methods in Biomedical Engineering

    3 units
    Mathematical and computational methods applied to biomedical engineering. Topics include: i) statistical analysis of biomedical datasets, ii) design of experiments to meet FDA requirements, iii) solution techniques for partial differential equations, and iv) modeling of stochasticity in biological systems including error analysis. Prerequisite(s): CMPE 30, MATH 33LA or MATH 33A. Or Graduate standing or by instructor consent.

    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 217 - Experimental and Computational Biofluid Mechanics

    3 units
    Introduction to blood rheology, cardiovascular fluid mechanics, blood flow dynamics in blood vessels and in proximity of implanted cardiovascular devices, airflow in the lungs, and other physiological flow phenomena. Healthy and diseased states will be considered. Students will familiarize with both experimental and computational approaches to measure physiological flows.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 117  and BME 210  and Graduate standing; or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 254 - Microscale Biomedical Systems: Physics and Applications

    3 units
    Introduction to microscale physics and phenomena used in biomedical systems; analytical techniques and diagnostic applications. Course will discuss: microscale fluid mechanics (Navier-Stokes), electrical phenomena (Maxwell), and particle/molecule/device interactions. Case studies focus on applications of microscale physics to biomedical engineering analyses.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 117 , MATH 33A  or MATH 33LA , and graduate standing; or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 256 - Biomedical Applications of Nanoplatforms

    3 units
    Biomedical applications of nanoplatforms explores the development of three cutting edge sub fields: nanoplatforms in therapeutics; nanoplatforms in prosthesis and implants; and nanoplatforms in diagnosis and screening. The socioeconomic risks and solutions of nanoplatforms in biomedical applications are also explored.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 177 , Graduate Standing or instructor consent
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 258 - Medical Imaging for Engineers

    3 units
    Introduction to the principles and clinical applications of medical imaging. Interaction of radiation with matter. Image acquisition and manipulation. Clinical imaging techniques: X-ray radiography and computed tomography, ultrasound imaging, magnetic resonance imaging. Safety considerations. Computer laboratory: image enhancement, segmentation, contouring.

    Lecture 2 hours/Lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 51 , MATH 33A  or MATH 33LA , BME 177 , and BME 210 . Or Instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 272 - Biomedical Device Design and Principles

    3 units
    Principles involved in designing medical devices to function reliably in human body; interaction between synthetic and biological materials; use of design principles during conception and development of medical devices; effect of design on manufacture clinical performance, reliability and quality/regulatory assurance.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 115 , Graduate standing or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 274 - Regulatory, Clinical and Manufacturing Aspects of Medical Devices

    3 units
    FDA regulations related to medical devices; planning and implementation of clinical trials; sterilization techniques; failure mode analysis; quality control for medical device manufacture; intellectual property; field trips to device manufacturers.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement.

    Prerequisite(s): BME 115 , Graduate standing; or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program.


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  • BME 288 - Tissue Engineering

    3 units
    This course strikes a balance among the diversity of subjects that are related to tissue engineering, including biology, chemistry, material science, and engineering, among others. Emphasis on research areas of clinical value for engineering new organ systems.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or Instructor Consent
    Grading: Graded


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  • BME 291 - MS Thesis/Project Preparation Seminar

    1 units
    Development of project or thesis proposal.

    Prerequisite(s): Good standing (GPA 3.0), classified status in the BME program, candidacy form submitted, satisfactory completion of graduation writing assessment requirement (GWAR).
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • BME 298I - Masters Project Internship

    1-2 units
    Masters project work in Biomedical Engineering. This section is for students completing their Masters project work at an off-campus location.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to candidacy and BME 291 .
    Grading: CR/NC/RP


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  • BME 299I - Master’s Thesis Internship

    1-3 units
    Master’s thesis work in Biomedical Engineering. This section is for students completing their Master’s thesis work at an off-campus location.

    Course may be repeated for credit for up to 3 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to candidacy; BME 291 ; BME 298  or BME 298I ; or instructor consent.
    Grading: CR/NC/RP


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  • BME 1290R - Culminating Experience Supervision

    1 units
    Continued work on dissertation, thesis, or project or in preparation for comprehensive exams beyond the minimum required units for cases in which final deliverables are still in progress and all other degree requirements except the culminating experience have been fulfilled.

    Prerequisite(s): Outstanding RP grade in a previous semester in BME 298  or BME 299 
    Grading: CR/NC, No Degree Credit

    Note(s): No Degree Credit.


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Botany
  

  • BOT 104 - Plant Taxonomy

    4 units
    Taxonomic relations and classification of ferns, conifers and flowering plants, with practice in their collection and identification. Selected techniques of cytotaxonomy, chemotoxonomy, palynology and numerical taxonomy.

    Prerequisite(s): Must be a declared Biology Major (all).
    Grading: Graded


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  • BOT 113 - Comparative Taxonomy

    3 units
    Students gain the understanding and skills needed to taxonomically study biodiversity, including the use of morphological and DNA sequence characters to examine phylogeny, and use of a range of biodiversity research techniques and tools.

    Lecture 2 hours/Lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 115  or BIOL 118  (with a grade of “C” or better), or instructor consent. Must be a declared Biology Major (all).
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with BIOL 113  / ENT 113  / ZOOL 113 . Biological Sciences is responsible for scheduling.


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  • BOT 114 - Functional Morphology

    3 units
    Develops understanding and skills needed to taxonomically study biodiversity, including the use of morphological and DNA sequence characters to examine phylogeny, and use of a range of biodiversity research techniques and tools.

    Lecture 2 hours/Lab 3 hours.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 115  or BIOL 115  (with a grade of “C” or better), or instructor consent. Must be a declared Biology Major (all).
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with BIOL 114  / ENT 114  / ZOOL 114 . Biological Sciences is responsible for scheduling.


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  • BOT 143 - Biogeography

    3 units
    Examination of the patterns of biodiversity over space and through time. Using data and models from a variety of sources including botany, zoology, ecology, evolutionary biology, paleontology, and geology, effects of isolation, elevation, and latitude are examined to understand spatial patterns of biodiversity.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 31  or equivalent (with a grade of “C-” or better), or instructor consent. Must be a declared Biology Major (all).
    Grading: Graded

    Cross-listed with BIOL 143  / ENT 143  / ZOOL 143 . Biological Sciences is responsible for scheduling.


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  • BOT 160 - Ecology

    4 units
    Factors that influence the distribution and abundance of organisms; some aspects of applied ecology.

    Lecture 3 hours/Lab 3 hours.

    Satisfies SJSU Studies R: Earth & Environment for Biology Majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 113  or BIOL 114  (with a grade of “C or better”); Allowed Declared Majors (Biology, Natural Science); Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A  / LLD 100A  with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
    Pre/Corequisite(s): BIOL 55  or BIOL 155  or BIOL 156  or equivalent Biostatistics course, or instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.

    Cross-listed with BIOL 160 . Biological Sciences is responsible for scheduling.


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  • BOT 165 - Plant Communities of California

    4 units
    Ecology, species composition and vegetation structure of California plant communities. Origins, history and changes brought about by natural succession and human impact.

    Lecture 2 hours/Lab-Field 6 hours (some weekend field trips).

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 113  or BIOL 114   (with a grade of “C” or better), or instructor consent. Must be a declared Biology Major (all).
    Grading: Graded


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  • BOT 186 - Senior Thesis

    2-4 units
    Advanced laboratory or field research under supervision of faculty member, culminating in a senior thesis.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent. Must be a declared Biology Major (all).
    Grading: Credit / No Credit


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  • BOT 255 - Advanced Botany

    1-3 units
    Advanced aspects of morphology, mycology and other fields of botany. Course may be repeated for credit with advisor consent.

    Prerequisite(s): Specialization in botany and instructor consent.
    Grading: Graded


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Business - Graduate Level
  

  • BUS 200 - Business, Economics and Society

    3 units
    Emphasizes the relationship between the micro and macro economic environment and thoughtful managerial decision-making. Examines various theories and techniques that underlie the market economy. Costs and benefits of various governmental policies are investigated in a historical context.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 200L - Leadership Communication

    2 units
    Hands-on course designed to simulate business communication scenarios encountered by professionals. Students will practice and apply both practical and theoretical aspects of organizational communication, including mechanics, style, and appropriateness of messages and methods based on specific organizational situations.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 200W - Business Research and Communications

    3 units
    Using a case approach, students will learn about communication within the business world, with the intention that they will practice interpersonal, team, and presentation skills that are expected of effective managers.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Restricted to Business - MBA majors only.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program.


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  • BUS 201 - Business Communications

    1 units
    This business communications course develops students’ written and oral communication skills, emphasizing clear, concise and coherent articulation via a multitude of channels: e-mails, memos, cover letters, resumes, presentations, reports, etc. The course enables students to continue practicing effective communication in all aspects of their academic and professional careers.

    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 202 - Managing in the Global Economy

    3 units
    This course investigates the world economy, including how markets, institutions and organizations vary from country to country, and how global competition, climate change, digital and emerging economics, and shifting from manufacturing to a service economy affect management practice.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Restricted to Business - MBA majors only
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 203 - International Experience for American Executives

    3 units
    An intensive one-week program at one of the nine EMBA Consortium partner schools with opportunities to collaborate with classmates from around the globe.  Develop your global business acumen while learning about the unique culture and business practices of the region you visit.  The course consists of classroom work, company visits, and cultural experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor Consent
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 210 - Developing and Managing People

    3 units
    Based on the philosophy that increased self-awareness and effective self-management leads to more effective management of others, uses experientially focused, integrating models, principles, and activities.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Restricted to Business - MBA majors only
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program.


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  • BUS 211 - Orientation and Behavioral Workshop

    1 units
    The course provides graduate business students with frameworks, processes and methods to improve their opportunity for success in a rigorous, accelerated graduate business program format. Students are introduced to key concepts in business communication and etiquette, case study methodology, and business strategy. This overview includes the opportunity to apply key concepts in a team format and discuss their strategic, behavioral and career implications

    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • BUS 220 - Financial and Managerial Accounting

    3 units
    Introduces students to financial and managerial use of accounting information systems and concepts, including the sources, uses and limitations of accounting information as used by investors outside the firm and by managers within the firm.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Restricted to Business - MBA majors only
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220A - Financial Statement Analysis for Accountants

    3 units
    Course develops the ability to understand, interpret, and analyze financial information, and examines the relationship between financial statement information and the capital markets. Students develop financial analysis skills, and expand business knowledge from an accounting perspective.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA Classified Standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220B - Financial Reporting and Analysis I

    3 units
    Principles, control and theory of accounting for assets; correction of prior year’s earnings; measurement and determination of income.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220C - Accounting Information Systems I

    3 units
    Will provide conceptual framework concerning contemporary accounting information systems including: database concepts, internal control, use of systems technology, applications, management, systems analysis/design and auditing.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220D - Financial Analysis and Markets

    3 units
    Provides an overview of the required skills and the environment appropriate to the financial and economic decision-making function of the firm. The integrated approach of this course is designed to identify and analytically evaluate those internal and external variables which contribute to economic and financial decisions. Strategies of financial management in practical settings, application of concepts and analytical tools.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220E - Financial Reporting and Analysis II

    3 units
    Continuation of Financial Reporting and Analysis I. Principles, controls, and theory of accounting for liabilities and equities; preparation, utilization, and analysis of cash flow statements; financial ratios and statistical analysis of financial statements accounting data.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220F - Management Accounting and Control Systems

    3 units
    Provides the student techniques with an overview of the concepts and procedures of cost accounting relevant to managerial decision-making. Emphasizes planning and control, inventory valuation and income determination, and performance measurement.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220G - Tax Factors of Business and Investment Decisions: Theory and Practice

    3 units
    Introduces essentials of tax research methodology, focusing on taxation of corporations and shareholders. Includes taxation of property transactions, deferral techniques, accounting periods, and accounting methods.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220H - Auditing: Concepts/Practice

    3 units
    Discusses the public accounting profession and its socio-economic role; auditing techniques with an emphasis on EDP environment; audit procedures, practice and programs; working paper preparation; unqualified and qualified report writing.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing. Graduate Standing only.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220I - Forensic Accounting

    3 units
    Course will examine the frauds perpetrated on companies and methods of discovery. The criminal justice system will be reviewed and litigation support services provided by accountants to attorneys, including damage computations and testifying techniques and skills will be covered.

    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220J - Business Communications & Ethics

    3 units
    Emphasizes communication effectiveness and skill building for influencing and guiding people. Includes fundamental skill building in researching, organizing and writing reports, making persuasive presentations that are sensitive to the needs and requirements of clients, peers and managers.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program.


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  • BUS 220K - Accounting Practicum

    3 units
    The Accounting Practicum is an internship with an accounting firm or corporate finance group. This provides opportunities to apply program content to real-world environments, gain appreciation of work expectations and demands, and relate field experience to remaining program curriculum.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit


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  • BUS 220L - Legal and Ethical Environment of Accounting Practice

    3 units
    Emphasizes knowledge in the areas of the Law of Contracts and selected portions of the Uniform Commercial Code: Sales of Goods; Commercial Paper and other Negotiable Instruments; and Secured Transactions.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220M - Accounting Ethics

    3 units
    Examines professional ethical standards for accountants. Focuses on professional codes of conduct and workplace decisions for professionals in the fields of auditing, managerial accounting and taxation.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 220H , Graduate Standing only.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220N - Management of Organizations and Projects

    3 units
    Examines the integrative role of the general manager as a strategist responsible for leading and managing multi-functional projects and develop skills related to leadership, planning, decision-making, motivating, scheduling and shaping organizational team culture by making extensive use of team building exercises/cases.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA Classified Standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220P - Taxation of Individuals and Flow-Through Entities

    3 units
    Taxation of individuals and pass-through entities (partnerships, LLCs, S corporations, estates and trusts) with emphasis on unique rules and factors in the Internal Revenue Code and Treasury Regulations.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220R - Software Applications for Accounting

    3 units
    Creation, internal controls, evaluation and audit of advanced electronic spreadsheets. Students learn to use complex queries to extract information from databases.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 220C  or equivalent
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220S - Financial Reporting and Analysis III

    3 units
    Accounting for multi-unit operations: consolidated reporting issues, transfer pricing issues, globalization issues (foreign tax structures, organizational forms and international accounting), translation of foreign currency transactions and operations, hedging foreign currency exposures, goodwill and brief exposure to business combinations.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220T - Accounting Information/Tax

    6 units
    Builds project-oriented AIS skills in evaluation of performance/internal controls of accounting systems. Development of prototype accounting systems using computer tools. Deepens knowledge of property transactions, sales and use taxes, tax practice, tax penalties and tax procedures.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220U - IT Audit & Internal Controls

    3 units
    The course provides an understanding of the types of risk that arise in computer environments and consider the impact these risk and threats have on the audit by examining computer-assisted audit tools and techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA Classified Standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220V - Special Topics in Accounting

    3 units
    Current special topics in accounting including an understanding of the financial accounting policies and procedures followed by state, county, and municipal governments, universities, and other non-profits for accounting and budgeting of the receipt and expenditure of tax and related revenues.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA Classified Standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220X - Business Analysis and Valuation Using Financial Statements

    3 units
    Development of Accounting based valuation framework that integrates a firm’s strategy, accounting performance, and value; assessing a firm’s value proposition and identifying key value drivers and risks; evaluating degree to which a firm’s accounting policies capture the underlying business reality.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 220Y - Professional Communications and Relationships III

    3 units
    Skill development in converting critique into meaningful and important information to improve professional performance; integration of professional skills; personal style with effective communication skills to prepare the student for transition to professional in the further development of their careers.

    Prerequisite(s): MSA classified standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 222 - Profit Planning and Control

    3 units
    Course covers how financial planning and control systems operate, and are used to deploy strategy, align interests, improve operations, and facilitate strategic change, maximizing firm value. Includes disciplined processes of decision-making, resource allocation, performance measurement to link strategy, management action, and shareholder accountability.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 220  and graduate standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 223A - Tax Research and Decision Making

    3 units
    Develops basics for tax research and evaluates the interrelationships of statutes, regulations, rulings and court cases. Identifies tax services and other primary research materials with emphasis on their use in tax decision-making. Emphasizing critical thinking and communication skills.

    Satisfies GWAR: Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): This course satisfies graduate-level GWAR in this master’s program.


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  • BUS 223B - Taxation of Partnerships

    3 units
    Income tax treatment of partners and partnerships and LLCs, including the creation, operation, liquidation and sale or other amalgamation of organizations. Special allocation and non-recourse debt arrangements are also covered.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223A  and BUS 223G 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 223D - Seminar in Tax Planning and Practice

    3 units
    Capstone course for the MS in Taxation degree. Will integrate financial planning throughout the program, including sale of the business and estate planning, and will include a final written comprehensive project.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing and completion of at least 3 tax core courses.
    Grading: Graded

    Note(s): Completion of the course or BUS 223E satisfies the MST comprehensive project requirement.


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  • BUS 223F - Tax Accounting Methods/Periods

    3 units
    Definition and importance of accounting methods and periods; timing rules for income, expenditures, inventory and R&D; change procedures; special methods; book-tax differences; introduction to provision for income taxes.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 223G - Taxation of Business Entities

    3 units
    Income tax treatment of different types of business entities and their owners. Focuses on operations, reporting, formation, restructuring and termination. Selected special state and international tax rules, tax planning, and underlying tax policies also covered.

    Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 223H - Tax Policy Capstone

    3 units
    Capstone course that examines the principles and policies that underlie and shape tax systems and rules. Students gain a broader perspective of the tax law beyond its technical application, and learn how tax, economic, social and environmental policies interact.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223A , BUS 223F , BUS 223G 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 224 - Financial Statement Analysis

    3 units
    Course develops the ability to understand, interpret, and analyze financial information, and examines the relationship between financial statement information and the capital markets. Students develop financial analysis skills, and expand perspectives of business and professional roles.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 220  and graduate standing.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225A - Taxation of Estates and Trusts

    3 units
    Excise and transfer tax treatment of estates, gifts, trusts, creators, beneficiaries and fiduciaries. Distinguishes between revocable and irrevocable trusts, including proper trusts to achieve desired goals. Reviews taxation of asset sales and dissolution or liquidation of estates or trusts. Analyzes estate evaluation, family limited partnerships, grats, GST, and planning opportunities.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225B - Taxation of Corporate Reorganizations

    3 units
    Income tax treatment of corporate reorganizations and amalgamations, including acquisitions, tax-free and taxable as well as corporate division. Tax treatment of net operating losses, earnings and profits, property basis and other corporate attributes.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223A  and BUS 223G 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225C - International Tax - US Corporations with Foreign Activities

    3 units
    Taxation of outbound investment and activities of the US corporations. Topics include sourcing, foreign tax credit, subpart F, Sections 482 and 367, foreign currency, establishing foreign operations, state taxation of outbound operations, and issues affecting expanding US multinational technology firms.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223G  and BUS 225W 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225D - International Tax - Individuals and Foreign Corporations

    3 units
    Taxation of individuals with foreign activities, and inbound investment and activities of foreign corporations. Topics include taxation of US expatriates and foreign nationals, foreign tax credit, tax treaties, foreign-owned US real estate, and issues of mobile employees.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223G  and BUS 225W 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225E - Data Analytics and Security

    3 units
    Understanding and hands-on practice of identifying and using data for tax and accounting applications, when and how to use, practice with key tools. Understand security issues in tax work and practices and tools for avoiding problems.

    Prerequisite(s): MST Graduate Standing
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225F - State Taxation Fundamentals

    3 units
    Introduction to the legal foundation, nature and operation of key state and local taxes. Constitutional constraints regarding nexus, sourcing and apportionment are covered. Additional topics include research techniques, compliance and planning considerations, current issues and state tax reform.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225G - Taxation of S Corporations

    3 units
    Topics include: Income tax treatment of S Corporations and their shareholders, built-in gains tax and excess net passive income tax; operating and distribution rules, shareholders basis, NOL pass-through rules; formation, reorganizations, QSUBS, and state income tax consequences.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223A  and BUS 223G 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225H - Taxation of Property Transactions

    3 units
    Key rules and planning considerations of property development, transfer, lease, abandonment, worthlessness, and destruction; depreciation and amortization; special types of intangibles and relevant tax rules; property indebtedness; sale of a business; tax-deferred transactions; sale of a principal residence; and basics of non-income taxes applicable to property and property transactions.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225I - Tax Practices, Penalties and Procedures

    3 units
    Procedures applicable to filing returns, amended returns and claims for refund. Also covers key procedural matters governing examinations, appeals, and adjudication of disputes. Relevant penalty provisions and rules of conduct are also examined. While the focus is on federal rules, key procedural differences in California law are also covered.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225J - Taxation of Executive Compensation

    3 units
    Tax aspects of executive compensation includes qualified and nonqualified stock options, deferred compensation, fringe benefits, 401(K), 403(B), pension and profit sharing plans, rabbi trusts, etc.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225K - Advanced Individual Taxes

    3 units
    Course includes interest tracing, passive activity losses, net operating losses, divorce, AMT’s impact on individuals and individual California income taxes.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A , Graduate Standing only.
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225M - State Tax Planning

    3 units
    Tax planning considerations are covered for multistate and single state businesses for key state taxes. Tax effects of location of property, payroll and sales are covered along with state tax incentives and dealing with incomplete guidance.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223A  and BUS 225F 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225N - Financing Options - New or Growing Bus

    3 units
    Covers the fundamentals of various financing techniques for such businesses including equity, debt and “going public”. Decision-making considerations, strategy, valuation and relevant security and tax laws are covered.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225O - Taxation of Tax Exempt Organizations

    3 units
    Taxation of tax exempt organizations, including application of UBIT; investment in partnerships and S Corp., foundation, pension plans, VEBAS, form 990’s.

    Pre/Corequisite(s): BUS 223A 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225P - Advanced International Tax - US Corporations

    3 units
    Advanced study of income tax treatment of international corporate transactions including international reorganizations and Section 367, Section 304 and corporate inversions. Planning for intangibles, subpart F planning, foreign entity structuring including use of check-the-box entities, foreign currency transactions, and foreign tax credit planning.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223A  and BUS 225C 
    Grading: Graded


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  • BUS 225Q - Tax Practicum

    3 units
    Internship with an accounting firm or corporate tax department. Provides opportunities to apply program content to real-world environments, gain appreciation of work expectations and demands, and relate field experience to remaining program curriculum.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 223A  and BUS 223G .
    Grading: Credit / No Credit


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  • BUS 225T - Intermediate Acctg for Income Taxes

    3 units
    Follow-up to BUS 225L , Accounting for Income Tax. Topics covered include IFRS-GAAP convergence, FAS 141R (Purchase accounting), International tax accounting (including APB 23, ARB 51, FAS 52), FAS 123R (advanced topics), State & Local considerations, FIN 48 and other relevant/current topics.

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 225L 
    Grading: Graded


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