Cross-Listed Courses

ACCT-301 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I (3)

A study of financial accounting ­standard setting, the conceptual framework underlying financial accounting, balance sheet and income statement ­presentations, revenue and expense ­recognition, and accounting for current assets, and current liabilities. Prerequisite: ACCT 202 with a minimum grade of C.

ACCT-302 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING II (3)

This class is the second course of the three-semester sequence of intermediate financial accounting. This course focuses on issues related to the reporting and analysis of financial accounting information. The objective in this course is to examine in detail (with an emphasis on both the "what" and the "why") the following financial topics: 1) Operational Assets 2) Time value of money 3) Bonds and long term notes 4) Leases 5) Employee benefits and pensions. Prerequisite: ACCT301 or equivalent with a minimum grade of C.

ACCT-310 INTERMED ACCOUNTING III (3)

The third course in a three-course sequence for accounting majors. A comprehensive view of financial accounting concepts and principles, an intensive look at the nature and determination of the major financial statements, and an examination of current accounting practice, theory, and literature. Topics include shareholders' equity, investments, income taxes, earnings per share, accounting changes, error analysis, and statement of cash flows. Prerequisite: ACCT 302 or equivalent with a minimum grade of C. [CAP]

ACCT-401 AUDITING (3)

A study of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and other standards. Topics covered include professional standards, professional ethics, audit planning, internal control, audit evidence, completing the audit, audit reports and standards for different assurance and non-assurance services. Prerequisites: Acct 302 with a minimium grade of C / Merrick School of Business student or by permission of the instructor.

ACCT-403 ADVANCED FINANCIAL REPORTING (3)

A study of business combinations and the preparation of consolidated financial statements for consolidated enterprises, fund-type accounting for governmental units and not-for-profit entities, accounting for partnerships, and accounting for multi-national enterprises. Prerequisite: ACCT 302 or equivalent with a minimum grade of C.

ACCT-405 INCOME TAXATION (3)

A study and analysis of the federal income tax structure with emphasis upon the taxation of individuals. Topics include income determination, deductions, property transactions, credits, procedures, and an introduction to corporation and partnership taxation, tax planning and ethical issues. Prerequisite: ACCT 202 or equivalent with a minimum grade of C.

ACCT-406 ADVANCED TAXATION (3)

A continuation of the study of the federal income tax structure with emphasis on the taxation of business entities, including corporations, partnerships and entities taxed as partnerships and S corporations. Also introduces gift and estate taxes and income taxation of estates and trusts. Prerequisite: ACCT 405 or equivalent.

ACCT-510 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I (3)

A study of financial accounting standard-setting, the conceptual framework underlying financial accounting, balance sheet and income statement presentations, revenue and expense recognition, and accounting for current assets and current liabilities. Prerequisites: ACCT 504 or ACCT 505.

ACCT-511 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING II (3)

This course focuses on issues related to the reporting and analysis of financial accounting information. The objective in this course is to examine in detail (with an emphasis on both the "what" and the "why") the following financial topics: 1) Operational Assets 2) Time value of money 3) Bonds and long term notes 4) Leases 5) Employee benefits and pensions. Prerequisite: ACCT 510 or equivalent

ACCT-512 AUDITING (3)

A study of generally accepted auditing standards with emphasis on professional standards, planning, internal control, audit evidence, audit sampling and standard reports for the various attestation functions. Prerequisite: ACCT 505 or equivalent

ACCT-513 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING III (3)

A comprehensive view of financial accounting concepts and principles, an intensive look at the nature and determination of the major financial statements, and an examination of current accounting practice, theory, and literature. Topics include shareholders' equity, investments, income taxes, earnings per share, accounting changes, error analysis, and statement of cash flows. Prerequisite: Completed or concurrent enrollment in ACCT 511.

ACCT-514 FUNDAMENTALS OF INCOME TAXATION (3)

A study and analysis of the federal income tax structure with emphasis on the taxation of individuals. Topics include income determination, deductions, property transactions, credits and procedures, and an introduction to corporation and partnership taxation, tax planning and ethical issues. Prerequisite: ACCT 505 or equivalent.

ACCT-624 FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING ANALYTICS (3)

This course focuses on applying cutting-edge analytics techniques to examine "big data" in finance, accounting, and auditing. Students will acquire working knowledge of common financial data analytics software packages (e.g. SAS, Tableau, and IDEA). The course will heavily emphasize using data analytics techniques in solving common finance, accounting and auditing problems through using data preparation, data visualization and analysis techniques. Prerequisite: ACCT 512 or equivalent or permission of program director.

ACCT-635 FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS (3)

Explores theoretical and conceptual foundations of generally accepted accounting principles. Integrates U.S. generally accepted accounting principles to develop students' understanding of financial statement analysis. Case materials and financial statements of U.S. and international companies are incorporated. Topics include standard setting, financial statement presentation issues, measurement issues (including fair-value accounting) and classification and recognition issues. Prerequisite: ACCT 505 or equivalent

ACCT-680 TAXATION OF ENTITIES (3)

Covers federal income taxation of corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts as well as the taxation of gifts and estates. Analysis includes consideration of the sources of tax law, weight or authority, ethical issues, planning and administrative procedures. prerequisite: ACCT 405 or equivalent

ACCT-755 ADVANCED FINANCIAL REPORTING ISSUES (3)

A study of business combinations and the preparation of consolidated financial statements for consolidated enterprises, fund-type accounting for governmental units and not-for-profit entities, accounting for partnerships and accounting for multinational enterprises. Graduate equivalent of ACCT 403. prerequisite: ACCT 511 or equivalent.

AITC-459 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (3)

Allows students to learn about and practice the development of open source application, including the contribution to well-known systems as well as starting brand new projects. Introduces students to tools and practices typically utilized in the development and dissemination of open source software. Topics include licensing, versioning systems, testing, and source code documentation. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: AITC 351 and AITC 356.

AITC-459 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (3)

Allows students to learn about and practice the development of open source application, including the contribution to well-known systems as well as starting brand new projects. Introduces students to tools and practices typically utilized in the development and dissemination of open source software. Topics include licensing, versioning systems, testing, and source code documentation. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: AITC 351 and AITC 356.

APPL-703 PRACTICUM IN COUNSELING (3)

Experience in the application of: behavioral change methods and skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in a clinical or counseling setting. The student 1) functions as a professional under the supervision and guidance of an on-site counselor, and 2) attends scheduled group supervision meetings on campus several times during the course of the semester. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. A maximum of 6 credits may be applied toward the degree. Eligible for continuing studies grade. Prerequisites: permission of instructor prior to registration and APPL 602, 605, 606 and 610; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-703 PRACTICUM IN COUNSELING (3)

Experience in the application of: behavioral change methods and skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in a clinical or counseling setting. The student 1) functions as a professional under the supervision and guidance of an on-site counselor, and 2) attends scheduled group supervision meetings on campus several times during the course of the semester. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. A maximum of 6 credits may be applied toward the degree. Eligible for continuing studies grade. Prerequisites: permission of instructor prior to registration and APPL 602, 605, 606 and 610; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-703 PRACTICUM IN COUNSELING (3)

Experience in the application of: behavioral change methods and skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in a clinical or counseling setting. The student 1) functions as a professional under the supervision and guidance of an on-site counselor, and 2) attends scheduled group supervision meetings on campus several times during the course of the semester. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. A maximum of 6 credits may be applied toward the degree. Eligible for continuing studies grade. Prerequisites: permission of instructor prior to registration and APPL 602, 605, 606 and 610; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-703 PRACTICUM IN COUNSELING (3)

Experience in the application of: behavioral change methods and skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in a clinical or counseling setting. The student 1) functions as a professional under the supervision and guidance of an on-site counselor, and 2) attends scheduled group supervision meetings on campus several times during the course of the semester. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. A maximum of 6 credits may be applied toward the degree. Eligible for continuing studies grade. Prerequisites: permission of instructor prior to registration and APPL 602, 605, 606 and 610; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-703 PRACTICUM IN COUNSELING (3)

Experience in the application of: behavioral change methods and skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in a clinical or counseling setting. The student 1) functions as a professional under the supervision and guidance of an on-site counselor, and 2) attends scheduled group supervision meetings on campus several times during the course of the semester. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. A maximum of 6 credits may be applied toward the degree. Eligible for continuing studies grade. Prerequisites: permission of instructor prior to registration and APPL 602, 605, 606 and 610; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-703 PRACTICUM IN COUNSELING (3)

Experience in the application of: behavioral change methods and skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in a clinical or counseling setting. The student 1) functions as a professional under the supervision and guidance of an on-site counselor, and 2) attends scheduled group supervision meetings on campus several times during the course of the semester. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. A maximum of 6 credits may be applied toward the degree. Eligible for continuing studies grade. Prerequisites: permission of instructor prior to registration and APPL 602, 605, 606 and 610; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-708 INTERNSHIP IN COUNSELING (1 - 3)

Builds upon APPL 703 Practicum in Counseling, allowing students to practice and further integrate counseling skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in clinical or counseling settings. Students accrue at least 100 hours of supervised clinical experience for each credits taken. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. Prerequisites: APPL 703 and permission of program director; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-708 INTERNSHIP IN COUNSELING (1 - 3)

Builds upon APPL 703 Practicum in Counseling, allowing students to practice and further integrate counseling skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in clinical or counseling settings. Students accrue at least 100 hours of supervised clinical experience for each credits taken. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. Prerequisites: APPL 703 and permission of program director; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-708 INTERNSHIP IN COUNSELING (1 - 3)

Builds upon APPL 703 Practicum in Counseling, allowing students to practice and further integrate counseling skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in clinical or counseling settings. Students accrue at least 100 hours of supervised clinical experience for each credits taken. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. Prerequisites: APPL 703 and permission of program director; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-708 INTERNSHIP IN COUNSELING (1 - 3)

Builds upon APPL 703 Practicum in Counseling, allowing students to practice and further integrate counseling skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in clinical or counseling settings. Students accrue at least 100 hours of supervised clinical experience for each credits taken. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. Prerequisites: APPL 703 and permission of program director; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-708 INTERNSHIP IN COUNSELING (1 - 3)

Builds upon APPL 703 Practicum in Counseling, allowing students to practice and further integrate counseling skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in clinical or counseling settings. Students accrue at least 100 hours of supervised clinical experience for each credits taken. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. Prerequisites: APPL 703 and permission of program director; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

APPL-708 INTERNSHIP IN COUNSELING (1 - 3)

Builds upon APPL 703 Practicum in Counseling, allowing students to practice and further integrate counseling skills, ethical and legal requirements, and multicultural competence and social justice advocacy in clinical or counseling settings. Students accrue at least 100 hours of supervised clinical experience for each credits taken. Students must complete arrangements for the experience with the practicum coordinator in the semester preceding enrollment. Lab fee required. Prerequisites: APPL 703 and permission of program director; only open to the following majors: M.S. in Applied Psychology or Certificate in Professional Counseling Studies; other majors may take this course with departmental permission only.

BIOL-111 HUMAN BIOLOGY WITH LAB (4)

Provides an overview of the structure and essential processes of the human body, including digestion, blood circulation, and the brain and senses. Human evolution, reproduction, early development and aging, and immunity to disease are discussed. The laboratory component of the course focuses on the design, practice and reporting of science. It includes exercises and experiments dealing with light microscopy, cell biology, genetics, and human anatomy and physiology. Laboratory fee required. [GSCI] [QQT] [BPSL]

BIOL-111 HUMAN BIOLOGY WITH LAB (4)

Provides an overview of the structure and essential processes of the human body, including digestion, blood circulation, and the brain and senses. Human evolution, reproduction, early development and aging, and immunity to disease are discussed. The laboratory component of the course focuses on the design, practice and reporting of science. It includes exercises and experiments dealing with light microscopy, cell biology, genetics, and human anatomy and physiology. Laboratory fee required. [GSCI] [QQT] [BPSL]

BIOL-121 FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOLOGY WITH LAB (4)

Introduction to the diversity of life on Earth. Cell structure, reproduction and chemistry are discussed. Provides an overview of the evolution, physiology and ecology of animals, plants and microbial life, including the impact of human behavior on ecosystems. The laboratory component of the course focuses on the design, practice and reporting of science. Laboratory exercises and experiments include an introduction to light microscopy; cell division; genetics; cellular respiration; photosynthesis; environmental science; and the examination of bacterial, botanical and zoological specimens. Laboratory fee required. [GSCI] [QQT] [BPSL]

BIOL-121 FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOLOGY WITH LAB (4)

Introduction to the diversity of life on Earth. Cell structure, reproduction and chemistry are discussed. Provides an overview of the evolution, physiology and ecology of animals, plants and microbial life, including the impact of human behavior on ecosystems. The laboratory component of the course focuses on the design, practice and reporting of science. Laboratory exercises and experiments include an introduction to light microscopy; cell division; genetics; cellular respiration; photosynthesis; environmental science; and the examination of bacterial, botanical and zoological specimens. Laboratory fee required. [GSCI] [QQT] [BPSL]

CMAT-333 MEDIA GENRES (3)

BATMAN

Analysis of the patterns and conventions of a specific type of media program (e.g., Western, science fiction, situation comedy), media artist (e.g., Hitchcock, Allen, Capra) or style (e.g., film noir). Course may be repeated for credit when topic changes. Laboratory fee required. [AH]

CMAT-369 DIGITAL VIDEO (3)

The use of portable video equipment for producing location and small-studio nonbroadcast presentations and the planning and management of industrial video facilities. The production context is emphasized with special attention given to public-access cable, corporate and institutional uses of video. Laboratory fee required.

CNCM-790 INTERNSHIP (3)

Gives students a clinical, hands-on experience to support both their classroom learning and their career goals. Provides the opportunity to use and further develop applied conflict management skills, apply theory and research skills to the practice environment and network with conflict management professionals. Eligible for continuing studies (CS) grade; otherwise grading is pass/fail. prerequisite: completion of a minimum of 30 credits required for degree program

CRJU-392 THE TRAUMA OF VICTIMIZATION (3)

Provides the foundation for understanding the trauma of victimization; examines the impact of trauma and describes the short and long term effects of trauma; and explains how past trauma can lead to ongoing problem behaviors. Develops skills and increases awareness of the necessary core competencies in trauma-informed services and administration. prerequisite: none

CRJU-454 CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR (3)

JUVENILE DELINQUENCY

An examination of selected types of crime or criminal behavior patterns, such as white collar crime, violent crime, organized crime, drugs and crime, or age and crime. The topic studied appears in the Class Schedule. CRJU 454 may be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Prerequisite: CRJU 301

CRJU-635 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN JUVENILE DELINQUENCY (3)

Discusses the role of demographics, developmental issues, family, school, peers and individual roles in youth behavior. Analyzes the major studies and theoretical foundations of juvenile delinquency and identifies and analyzes the current solutions implemented at both system and community levels. Reviews best practices in the control and prevention of juvenile delinquency.

CRJU-682 TRAUMA INFORMED ORGANIZATIONS (3)

Provides an understanding of how the impact of trauma can manifest behaviorally and may be elicited by normal interactions found within criminal justice system settings, and describes how to use trauma informed responses to reduce the intensity of difficult or dangerous situations. Explains how trauma informed criminal justice system responses can help to avoid re-traumatizing individuals, increase safety, and reduce future involvement in the system. Explains the benefits of capacity building among partners cross systems to link individuals to trauma-informed services and treatment as a means to increase an individual's ability to recover. prerequisite: none

CWPA-781 ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING (3)

Exploration of ways for creative writers to write and publish on the Web. Students analyze electronic literary publications, write and produce their own literary Web publications and gain an understanding of the opportunities available to them in electronic publishing. Lab fee required.

ENGL-333 MEDIA GENRES (3)

BATMAN

Analysis of the patterns and conventions of a specific type of media program (e.g., Western, science fiction, situation comedy), media artist (e.g., Hitchcock, Allen, Capra) or style (e.g., film noir). May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Laboratory fee required. [HAT] [AH]

ENGL-391 TOPICS IN LANGUAGE AND SOCIETY (3)

A consideration of narratives in the ­information age, historical developments through which changes in linguistic ­practice manifest themselves, and information ­theory. The role of languages in the social construction of reality as well as in the ­narrower sense of specific agents of change. May be repeated for credit when topic changes.

ENGL-402 COPY-EDITING AND DOCUMENT DESIGN (3)

An advanced technical and professional writing seminar in which each student presents a formal proposal and a major writing project for peer review and critiques other participants’ work at all stages of the project development process.

ENVS-221 SCIENCE OF THE ENVIRONMENT (4)

A survey of a number of scientific disciplines related to the earth’s changing environment, including geology, ecology, zoology, hydrology, climatology and chemistry. These disciplines are integrated to provide a clearer understanding of complex environmental issues, using both local and global case studies. The laboratory portion of the course investigates environmental hypotheses and theories and introduces students to the techniques of environmental data collection and analysis. Lab fee required. [GSCI] [QQT] [BPSL] [IL]

ENVS-221 SCIENCE OF THE ENVIRONMENT (4)

A survey of a number of scientific disciplines related to the earth’s changing environment, including geology, ecology, zoology, hydrology, climatology and chemistry. These disciplines are integrated to provide a clearer understanding of complex environmental issues, using both local and global case studies. The laboratory portion of the course investigates environmental hypotheses and theories and introduces students to the techniques of environmental data collection and analysis. Lab fee required. [GSCI] [QQT] [BPSL] [IL]

ENVS-310 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (3)

DEEP SPACE FOOD CHALLENGE

An intensive study of an issue or set of related issues in environmental science. Content varies depending upon the interests of faculty and students. Course may be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Laboratory fee required.

ENVS-310 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (3)

DEEP SPACE FOOD CHALLENGE

An intensive study of an issue or set of related issues in environmental science. Content varies depending upon the interests of faculty and students. Course may be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Laboratory fee required.

FIN-471 REAL ESTATE FINANCE (3)

Analyzes the instruments, techniques and institutions of real estate finance. Emphasis is placed on the sources of funds, mortgage risk analysis and typical policies and procedures used in financing residential and commercial properties. Prerequisite: FIN 331

FIN-624 FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING ANALYTICS (3)

This course focuses on applying cutting-edge analytics techniques to examine "big data" in finance, accounting, and auditing. Students will acquire working knowledge of common financial data analytics software packages (e.g. SAS, Tableau, and IDEA). The course will heavily emphasize using data analytics techniques in solving common finance, accounting and auditing problems through using data preparation data visualization and analysis techniques. Prerequisite: FIN 605

FIN-700 FINANCIAL REPORTING (3)

Integrates U.S. generally accepted accounting principles and International Financial Reporting Standards to develop students’ understanding of financial accounting transactions, reporting standards and financial statements. Case materials and financial statements of U.S. and international companies are incorporated. Topics include standard setting, financial statement presentation issues, measurement issues (including fair-value accounting) and classification and recognition issues. prerequisites: ACCT 504 or ACCT 505 and FIN 640 or FIN 605

FIN-750 REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT (3)

An advanced course in the analysis and valuation of income-producing real property. Topics include real estate cash flow analysis, internal rate of return, analysis under risk and uncertainty, appraisal techniques, alternative financing forms, market analysis and the securitization of real property and mortgages. Both theory and case analysis are employed and students will get an understanding of the value of the ARGUS real estate analysis software. prerequisite: FIN 605

GAHS-760 INTERNSHIP/FIELD PLACEMENT SEMINAR (3)

Graduate-level seminar intended to provide an opportunity to students to integrate learning from their internship/ field placement with course themes and concepts studied in the Global Affairs and Human Security program. prerequisite: permission of the program director

HIST-326 MODERN JAPAN (3)

Explores the historical transformation that has led to the development of modern Japan from the slow decline of the Tokugawa shogunate in the 19th century to present. Covers such topics as the fall of the Tokugawa order; Meiji Restoration and Japan's rapid modernization; the rise of Japanese imperialism and its demise through the Pacific War, and Japan's post-war development in political, economic, social and cultural realms. While developing critical-thinking and communication skills, students also learn to apply their knowledge of Japanese history to analyze an aspect of modern Japanese life. [GD]

HIST-497 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HISTORY (3)

IMMIGRANTS & LAW IN HISTORY

Intensive exploration of topics in history of mutual interest to faculty and students. Content varies according to the interests of the faculty and students. The topic studied appears under that name in the class schedule.

HSAD-600 FUNDRAISING AND GRANT WRITING (3)

Provides students with a through grounding in the principles and practices of fundraising and grant proposal development. Structured to mirror the process of fundraising management, the course leads students to develop either a fundraising plan or grant proposal for their own nonprofit entity or a case study of the organization. Students consider planning frameworks and a variety of conceptual tools before moving on to consider donor behavior ( the underlying psychology and sociology) and each major form of fundraising in turn. The course concludes with an examination of the critical managerial and sectoral issues impacting fundraising, such as campaign integration, benchmarking of performance , and public trust and confidence.

HSER-430 FUNDRAISING AND GRANT WRITING (3)

The course will provide students with a thorough grounding in the principles and practice of fundraising and grant proposal development. The course is structured to mirror the process of fundraising management and by the end of the program participants will have developed a fundraising plan or a grant proposal for their own nonprofit, or a case study of the organization . We consider planning frameworks and a variety of conceptual tools before moving on to consider donor behavior ( the underlying psychology and sociology ) and each major form of fundraising in turn. The course will then conclude with an examination of the critical managerial and sectoral issues impacting on the fundraising function, such as campaign integration, benchmarking of performance and public trust and confidence Pre-requsite : HSER 100 and HSER 200

IDIA-602 GRAPHIC DESIGN PRINCIPLES (3)

Emphasizes strategies for visual problem-solving and techniques for creating comprehensive layouts using principles of design and typography. Hands-on course for students with a limited background in graphic design. Pass/fail grading. Lab fee required.

IDIS-301 WORLD CULTURES: (3)

MODERN JAPAN

An interdisciplinary study of different cultures including economic, political, social and cultural systems and structures and their interrelationships. Provides an opportunity for students to compare their own culture with others through study and research. [GIK] [ELECGE]

IDIS-301 WORLD CULTURES: (3)

An interdisciplinary study of different cultures including economic, political, social and cultural systems and structures and their interrelationships. Provides an opportunity for students to compare their own culture with others through study and research. [GIK] [ELECGE]

LAW-717 BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS (4)

A study of the various forms of business organizations and the laws governing them with an analysis of choice of business entity decisions. Coverage includes the law of agency, partnerships, limited partnerships, professional corporations, limited liability companies (LLC's), limited liability partnerships (LLP's), limited liability limited partnerships (LLLP's), and corporations (with an emphasis on the closely-held and smaller corporations). Topics include formation, governance and dissolution of the various entities as well as a comparison of the roles, obligations, fiduciary duties, rights and remedies of the owners, management and creditors under each business form. In addition, the course may include introductions to the following: the forms of financing the entity--equity (partnership interests, membership interests, corporate stock or shares) and debt (bonds and debentures); and introductions to Federal Tax and Security Regulations, including corporate taxation, Subchapter S and insider trading. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-717 BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS (4)

A study of the various forms of business organizations and the laws governing them with an analysis of choice of business entity decisions. Coverage includes the law of agency, partnerships, limited partnerships, professional corporations, limited liability companies (LLC's), limited liability partnerships (LLP's), limited liability limited partnerships (LLLP's), and corporations (with an emphasis on the closely-held and smaller corporations). Topics include formation, governance and dissolution of the various entities as well as a comparison of the roles, obligations, fiduciary duties, rights and remedies of the owners, management and creditors under each business form. In addition, the course may include introductions to the following: the forms of financing the entity--equity (partnership interests, membership interests, corporate stock or shares) and debt (bonds and debentures); and introductions to Federal Tax and Security Regulations, including corporate taxation, Subchapter S and insider trading. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-725 HEALTH CARE LAW (3)

A study of the national crisis in health care and some leading proposals for reform. Topics include issues of health care need, cost and quality control, Medicare and Medicaid, access to health care, the business roles of health institutions, health care contracts and claims, right to treatment, and federal health plans vs. private health coverage. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-726 IMMIGRATION LAW (3)

An introduction to the laws dealing with aliens, i.e., non-immigrants, immigrants, undocumented persons, and refugees. Includes: an examination of the constitutional and statutory provisions and the underlying policies; procedures dealing with specific immigration issues; acquisition and loss of American citizenship; and proposals to reform the present law. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-729 INTERNATIONAL LAW (3)

Examination of the nature and sources of international law; procedures for handling disputes and claims; sanctions (e.g., economic, political, war); the roles of the individual, state, region and world organizations (United Nations); law of the sea and space; and an analysis of current problems and trends. Emphasis on substantive law. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-743 SALES AND LEASES (3)

Study of Articles 2 and 2A of the Uniform Commercial Code, including formation of sales and lease agreements, performance, warranty, risk of loss, remedies, and international issues under the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sales of Goods (CISG). [Open Enrollment]

LAW-743 SALES AND LEASES (3)

Study of Articles 2 and 2A of the Uniform Commercial Code, including formation of sales and lease agreements, performance, warranty, risk of loss, remedies, and international issues under the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sales of Goods (CISG). [Open Enrollment]

LAW-758 TRUSTS AND ESTATES (3)

Intestate succession; wills, including formalities of execution, revocation and revival; incorporation by reference and related doctrines; problems of construction and interpretation, including class gifts, rule against perpetuities; non-probate transfer, including inter vivos and causa mortis gifts; probate and administration of estates; trusts; their nature, creation, modification termination; express, resulting and constructive trusts; honorary trusts. Prerequisite: Property [ Open Enrollment ]

LAW-767 TRADEMARKS & UNFAIR COMPETITION (2 - 3)

This course covers the basic principles of the laws of trademark and unfair competition. The course will cover the acquisition of trademark rights, elements of claim of trademark infringement, affirmative defenses to such a claim, and remedies for infringement. Prerequisite: None

LAW-767 TRADEMARKS & UNFAIR COMPETITION (2 - 3)

This course covers the basic principles of the laws of trademark and unfair competition. The course will cover the acquisition of trademark rights, elements of claim of trademark infringement, affirmative defenses to such a claim, and remedies for infringement. Prerequisite: None

LAW-768 INFORMATION PRIVACY LAW (3)

This course will explore information privacy law beginning with foundational elements and moving through the interaction between privacy and the media and onto challenges encountered in finance, health, national security and law enforcement, government records, data security, and international privacy law. Students will gain an understanding for the breath and complexity of this topic and also how it impacts our world. [Open Enrollment] Prerequisite: None.

LAW-770 SECURED TRANSACTIONS (2)

This course will study Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, including the creation, priority and enforcement of security interests in personal property. Certain provisions of the United States Bankruptcy Code will be included. Prerequisite: First-year required courses. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-772 MARYLAND CRIMINAL PRACTICE (3)

This class is designed for students who intend to practice in the trial courts of Maryland. This course will expose the students to the procedures utilized in both the District and Circuit Courts when dealing with Criminal cases. The course will prepare the students for the issues they will confront in a very practical way when representing a client charged with a crime whether petty or serious before the Maryland Trial Courts. Prerequisite : Criminal Law [Open Enrollment]

LAW-795 SPECIAL TOPICS IN LAW (1 - 3)

An intensive exploration into specialty topics in the law. Topics offer opportunities to integrate new material reflecting changes in the field or more detailed analysis into issues and trends. Refer to semester class schedule for title and description of topic offered. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Prerequisite: to be determined by the instructor.

LAW-800I TAX CLINIC I (6)

Students represent low-income taxpayers involved in matters with the Internal Revenue Service. Under the supervision of a faculty member, students interview clients, research substantive and procedural law, and represent clients before the IRS and the U.S. Tax Court. The course includes a weekly seminar and supervision meetings in addition to case work. Prerequisites: First year day courses. Pre- or Corequisites: Federal Income Tax and Professional Responsibility. Recommended: Interviewing, Negotiating, and Counseling; Tax Practice and Procedure. [Admission by permission only]

LAW-800I TAX CLINIC I (6)

Students represent low-income taxpayers involved in matters with the Internal Revenue Service. Under the supervision of a faculty member, students interview clients, research substantive and procedural law, and represent clients before the IRS and the U.S. Tax Court. The course includes a weekly seminar and supervision meetings in addition to case work. Prerequisites: First year day courses. Pre- or Corequisites: Federal Income Tax and Professional Responsibility. Recommended: Interviewing, Negotiating, and Counseling; Tax Practice and Procedure. [Admission by permission only]

LAW-809 MEDIATING FAMILY DISPUTES: THEORY AND PRACTICE SEMINAR (3)

Using a combination of lecture, discussion, demonstration, and simulation, this course offers students an opportunity to gain knowledge of the theory and practice of mediation. While the course primarily uses mediation of family disputes as a vehicle for teaching mediation, it also provides skills and theoretical grounding for mediating and representing clients in many areas of law. More specifically, the course enables students to explore how mediation is actually conducted in family law and other contexts, critical judgement as to when mediation may or may not be appropriate in individual cases, familiarity with legislation involving mediation, special issues facing mediators in mediation involving family dynamics, the role lawyers can or should play when representing clients before, during, and after mediation, and ethical considerations in the practice of family and other types of mediation. [Limited Enrollment]

LAW-809 MEDIATING FAMILY DISPUTES: THEORY AND PRACTICE SEMINAR (3)

Using a combination of lecture, discussion, demonstration, and simulation, this course offers students an opportunity to gain knowledge of the theory and practice of mediation. While the course primarily uses mediation of family disputes as a vehicle for teaching mediation, it also provides skills and theoretical grounding for mediating and representing clients in many areas of law. More specifically, the course enables students to explore how mediation is actually conducted in family law and other contexts, critical judgement as to when mediation may or may not be appropriate in individual cases, familiarity with legislation involving mediation, special issues facing mediators in mediation involving family dynamics, the role lawyers can or should play when representing clients before, during, and after mediation, and ethical considerations in the practice of family and other types of mediation. [Limited Enrollment]

LAW-809A MEDIATING FAMILY DISPUTES: THEORY AND PRACTICE (3)

Using a combination of lecture, discussion, demonstration, and simulation, this course offers students an opportunity to gain knowledge of the theory and practice of mediation. While the course primarily uses mediation of family disputes as a vehicle for teaching mediation, it also provides skills and theoretical grounding for mediating and representing clients in many areas of the law. More specifically, the course enables students to explore how mediation is actually conducted in family law and other contexts, critical judgment as to when mediation may or may not be appropriate in individual cases, familiarity with legislation involving mediation , special issues facing mediators in mediation involving family dynamics, the role lawyers can or should play when representing clients before, during, and after mediation, and ethical considerations in the practice of family and other types of mediation. [Limited Enrollment]

LAW-809A MEDIATING FAMILY DISPUTES: THEORY AND PRACTICE (3)

Using a combination of lecture, discussion, demonstration, and simulation, this course offers students an opportunity to gain knowledge of the theory and practice of mediation. While the course primarily uses mediation of family disputes as a vehicle for teaching mediation, it also provides skills and theoretical grounding for mediating and representing clients in many areas of the law. More specifically, the course enables students to explore how mediation is actually conducted in family law and other contexts, critical judgment as to when mediation may or may not be appropriate in individual cases, familiarity with legislation involving mediation , special issues facing mediators in mediation involving family dynamics, the role lawyers can or should play when representing clients before, during, and after mediation, and ethical considerations in the practice of family and other types of mediation. [Limited Enrollment]

LAW-952 PARTNERSHIP TAXATION (3)

Problems encountered in the formation, operation, and liquidation of a partnership including the acquisition of partnership interests, compensation of the service partner, the treatment of partnership distributions, and problems associated with the disposition of partnership interests or property by sale. Prerequisite: Federal Income Tax. This course is a combined J.D. and Graduate Tax Program offering. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-953 FUNDAMENTALS OF FEDERAL INCOME TAX I (3)

Basic concepts in federal income taxation, including gross income, exclusions, adjusted gross income, deductions, exemptions, credits, assignment of income, identification of the taxpayer, tax rates, depreciation, and the alternative minimum tax. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-955 TAX PRACTICE & PROCEDURE (3)

Aspects of practice before the Internal Revenue Service, including ruling requests, handling of audits, assessment of deficiencies and penalties, closing agreements, tax liens, statutes of limitations, claims for refunds, appeals, conferences and practice before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. district courts, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, and appellate courts. Also includes analysis of the problems encountered in parallel civil and criminal proceedings, problems involving government investigatory powers and taxpayer rights and privileges. Prerequisite: Federal Income Tax. This course is a combined J.D. and Graduate Tax Program offering. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-955 TAX PRACTICE & PROCEDURE (3)

Aspects of practice before the Internal Revenue Service, including ruling requests, handling of audits, assessment of deficiencies and penalties, closing agreements, tax liens, statutes of limitations, claims for refunds, appeals, conferences and practice before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. district courts, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, and appellate courts. Also includes analysis of the problems encountered in parallel civil and criminal proceedings, problems involving government investigatory powers and taxpayer rights and privileges. Prerequisite: Federal Income Tax. This course is a combined J.D. and Graduate Tax Program offering. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-956 TAX RESEARCH & WRITING WORKSHOP (3)

Research and writing projects on federal tax subjects with analysis and instruction in tax research techniques, materials, and methodology. Students prepare legal memoranda. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-956 TAX RESEARCH & WRITING WORKSHOP (3)

Research and writing projects on federal tax subjects with analysis and instruction in tax research techniques, materials, and methodology. Students prepare legal memoranda. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-966 MARYLAND TAXES (3)

This course will explore the substantive law and procedure of the Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller, with a particular focus on Maryland income tax, corporate tax and sales and use tax. Other Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller will be discussed briefly. In addition, this course will cover Maryland tax procedure, including how liabilities are calculated, types and methods of assessment, the dispute process, the state’s authority to collect and collection alternatives available.

LAW-966 MARYLAND TAXES (3)

This course will explore the substantive law and procedure of the Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller, with a particular focus on Maryland income tax, corporate tax and sales and use tax. Other Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller will be discussed briefly. In addition, this course will cover Maryland tax procedure, including how liabilities are calculated, types and methods of assessment, the dispute process, the state’s authority to collect and collection alternatives available.

LAW-971 ESTATE AND GIFT TAX (3)

Basic principles of federal estate and gift taxation, including valuation, inter vivos transfers, disclaimers, determination of the taxable estate, transfers with retained interests or powers, joint interests, life insurance proceeds, property subject to powers of appointment, the marital deduction, credits, and the generation-skipping transfer tax. Prerequisites: Property and Federal Income Tax; Co-rerequisite: Trusts and Estates. The day section of this course is a J.D. offering. The evening section of this course is a combined J.D. and Graduate Tax Program offering. [Open Enrollment]

LAW-974 FOREIGN TAXATION (3)

Analysis of the federal income tax provisions applying to U.S. inbound and outbound transactions and investments. Course covers U.S. resident status, source-of-income rules, graduated tax on effectively connected income, withholding tax on FDAP income, branch profits tax, FIRPTA, tax treaties, foreign tax credit, foreign earned income exclusion, Subpart F, and transfer pricing. Prerequisite: Federal Income Tax. This course is a combined J.D. and Graduate Tax Program offering. [Open Enrollment]

LAWG-717 LLMUS BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS (4)

A study of the various forms of business organizations and the laws governing them with an analysis of choice of business entity decisions. Coverage includes the law of agency, partnerships, limited partnerships, professional corporations, limited liability companies (LLC's) limited liability partnerships (LLP's), limited liability limited partnerships (LLLP's) and corporations ( with an emphasis on the closely-held and smaller corporations). Topics include formation, governance and dissolution of the various entities as well as a comparison of the roles, obligations, fiduciary duties, rights and remedies of the owners, management and creditors under each business form. In additon, the course may include introductions to the following: the forms of financing the entity- equity (partnership interests, membership interests, corporate stock or shares) and debt (bonds and debentures); and introductions to Federal Tax and Security Regulations, including corporate taxation, Subchapter S and insider trading. [Open Enrollment]

LAWG-717 LLMUS BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS (4)

A study of the various forms of business organizations and the laws governing them with an analysis of choice of business entity decisions. Coverage includes the law of agency, partnerships, limited partnerships, professional corporations, limited liability companies (LLC's) limited liability partnerships (LLP's), limited liability limited partnerships (LLLP's) and corporations ( with an emphasis on the closely-held and smaller corporations). Topics include formation, governance and dissolution of the various entities as well as a comparison of the roles, obligations, fiduciary duties, rights and remedies of the owners, management and creditors under each business form. In additon, the course may include introductions to the following: the forms of financing the entity- equity (partnership interests, membership interests, corporate stock or shares) and debt (bonds and debentures); and introductions to Federal Tax and Security Regulations, including corporate taxation, Subchapter S and insider trading. [Open Enrollment]

LAWG-726 LLMUS IMMIGRATION LAW (3)

An introduction to the laws dealing with aliens, i.e. non-immigrants, immigrants, undocumented persons, and refugees. Includes: an examination of the constitutional and statutory provisions and the underlying policies, procedures dealing with specific immigration issues; acquisition and loss of American citizenship; and proposals to reform the present law. [Open Enrollment]

LAWG-729 LLMUS INTERNATIONAL LAW (3)

Examination of the nature and sources of international law; procedures for handling disputes and claims; sanctions (e.g., economic, political, war); the roles of the individual, state, region and world organizations (United Nations); law of the sea and space; and an analysis of current problems and trends. Emphasis on substantive law. [Open Enrollment]

LAWG-743 LLMUS SALES AND LEASES (3)

Study of Articles 2 and 2A of the Uniform Commercial Code, including formation of sales and lease agreements, performance, warranty, risk of loss, remedies, and international issues under the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sales of Goods (CISG).

LAWG-743 LLMUS SALES AND LEASES (3)

Study of Articles 2 and 2A of the Uniform Commercial Code, including formation of sales and lease agreements, performance, warranty, risk of loss, remedies, and international issues under the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sales of Goods (CISG).

LAWG-770 LLMUS SECURED TRANSACTIONS (2)

This course will study Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, including the creation, priority and enforcement of security interests in personal property. Certain provisions of the United States Bankruptcy Code will be included. Prerequisite: First-year required courses. [Open Enrollment]

LAWG-772 MARYLAND CRIMINAL PRACTICE (3)

This class is designed for students who intend to practice in the trial courts of Maryland. This course will expose the students to the procedures utilized in both the District and Circuit Courts when dealing with Criminal cases. The course will prepare the students for the issues they will confront in a very practical way when representing a client charged with a crime whether petty or serious before the Maryland Trial Courts. Prerequisite : Criminal Law

LAWT-800I TAX CLINIC I (6)

Students represent low-income taxpayers involved in matters with the Internal Revenue Service. Under the supervision of a faculty member, students interview clients, research substantive and procedural law, and represent clients before the IRS and the U.S. Tax Court. The course includes a weekly seminar and supervision meetings in addition to case work. Prerequisites: Federal Income Tax and Professional Responsibility. Recommended: Interviewing, Negotiating, and Counseling; Tax Practice and Procedure. [Admission by permission only]

LAWT-800I TAX CLINIC I (6)

Students represent low-income taxpayers involved in matters with the Internal Revenue Service. Under the supervision of a faculty member, students interview clients, research substantive and procedural law, and represent clients before the IRS and the U.S. Tax Court. The course includes a weekly seminar and supervision meetings in addition to case work. Prerequisites: Federal Income Tax and Professional Responsibility. Recommended: Interviewing, Negotiating, and Counseling; Tax Practice and Procedure. [Admission by permission only]

LAWT-952 PARTNERSHIP TAXATION (3)

Problems encountered in the formation, operation, and liquidation of a partnership including the acquisition of partnership interests, compensation of the service partner, the treatment of partnership distributions, and problems associated with the disposition of partnership interests or property by sale.

LAWT-953 FUNDAMENTALS OF FEDERAL INCOME TAX I (3)

Basic concepts in federal income taxation, including gross income, exclusions, adjusted gross income, deductions, exemptions, credits, assignment of income, identification of the taxpayer, tax rates, depreciation, and the alternative minimum tax.

LAWT-955 TAX PRACTICE & PROCEDURE (3)

Aspects of practice before the Internal Revenue Service including ruling requests, handling of audits, assessment of deficiencies and penalties, closing agreements, tax liens, statutes of limitations, claims for refunds, appeals conferences and practice before the United States Tax Court, the United States District Court, the United States Claims Court, and appellate courts. Course also includes analysis of the problems encountered in parallel civil and criminal proceedings, problems involving government investigatory powers and taxpayer rights and privileges.

LAWT-955 TAX PRACTICE & PROCEDURE (3)

Aspects of practice before the Internal Revenue Service including ruling requests, handling of audits, assessment of deficiencies and penalties, closing agreements, tax liens, statutes of limitations, claims for refunds, appeals conferences and practice before the United States Tax Court, the United States District Court, the United States Claims Court, and appellate courts. Course also includes analysis of the problems encountered in parallel civil and criminal proceedings, problems involving government investigatory powers and taxpayer rights and privileges.

LAWT-956 TAX RESEARCH & WRITING (3)

Research and writing projects on federal tax subjects with analysis and instruction in tax research techniques, materials, and methodology. Students prepare legal memoranda.

LAWT-956 TAX RESEARCH & WRITING (3)

Research and writing projects on federal tax subjects with analysis and instruction in tax research techniques, materials, and methodology. Students prepare legal memoranda.

LAWT-966 MARYLAND TAXES (3)

This course will explore the substantive law and procedure of the Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller, with a particular focus on Maryland income tax, corporate tax and sales and use tax. Other Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller will be discussed briefly. In addition, this course will cover Maryland tax procedure, including how liabilities are calculated, types and methods of assessment, the dispute process, the state’s authority to collect and collection alternatives available.

LAWT-966 MARYLAND TAXES (3)

This course will explore the substantive law and procedure of the Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller, with a particular focus on Maryland income tax, corporate tax and sales and use tax. Other Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller will be discussed briefly. In addition, this course will cover Maryland tax procedure, including how liabilities are calculated, types and methods of assessment, the dispute process, the state’s authority to collect and collection alternatives available.

LAWT-971 ESTATE AND GIFT TAX (3)

Basic principles of federal estate and gift taxation including computation of the taxable estate, inter vivos transfers, transfers in contemplation of death, transfers with retained interest or powers, joint interest, life insurance proceeds, property subject to powers of appointment, the martial deduction and the unified credit.

LAWT-974 FOREIGN TAXATION (3)

Analysis of the federal income tax provisions applying to US inbound and outbound transactions and investments. Course covers US resident status, source-of-income rules, graduated tax on effectively connected income, withholding tax on FDAP income, branch profits tax, FIRPTA, tax treaties, foreign tax credit, foreign earned income exclusion, subpart F, and transfer pricing.

LAWT-999 INDEPENDENT STUDY (799) (1 - 3)

Students may study an area of particular interest to them not covered in a significant way elsewhere in the program, via an independent study. In order to qualify for an independent study, students must obtain the consent of a full-time faculty member to supervise the project and submit a written proposal. The written proposal must be approved by the supervising faculty member and the program director. Only students what a grade point average of 3.0 or higher who have completed 15 credit hours of tax courses in the program may undertake an independent study.

LEST-400 TOPICS (3)

APPLIED PROJECTS

An exploration of varying legal studies topics or a cross-listed graduate course of interest to legal studies majors. Course may be repeated for credit when topic changes.

LEST-400 TOPICS (3)

IMMIGRANTS & LAW IN HISTORY

An exploration of varying legal studies topics or a cross-listed graduate course of interest to legal studies majors. Course may be repeated for credit when topic changes.

LEST-401 LEGAL FOUNDATIONS (3)

In-depth exploration of the organization of the American legal system. Examines how law is organized as a field of knowledge and practice and how it functions as an instrument of government and arena of dispute resolution. Also considers the context of law and law's effectiveness in promoting justice and social policies.

LEST-401 LEGAL FOUNDATIONS (3)

In-depth exploration of the organization of the American legal system. Examines how law is organized as a field of knowledge and practice and how it functions as an instrument of government and arena of dispute resolution. Also considers the context of law and law's effectiveness in promoting justice and social policies.

LEST-501 LEGAL FOUNDATIONS (3)

In-depth exploration of the organization of the American legal system. Examines how law is organized as a field of knowledge and practice and how it functions as an instrument of government and arena of dispute resolution. Also considers the context of law and law's effectiveness in promoting justice and social policies.

LEST-501 LEGAL FOUNDATIONS (3)

In-depth exploration of the organization of the American legal system. Examines how law is organized as a field of knowledge and practice and how it functions as an instrument of government and arena of dispute resolution. Also considers the context of law and law's effectiveness in promoting justice and social policies.

LEST-605 AREAS OF LAW (3)

TRADEMARKS/UNFAIR COMPETITION

Varying course offering that explores a particular area of law. Course may be repeated for credit when topic differs.

LEST-605 AREAS OF LAW (3)

TRADEMARKS/UNFAIR COMPETITION

Varying course offering that explores a particular area of law. Course may be repeated for credit when topic differs.

LEST-605 AREAS OF LAW (3)

HEALTH CARE LAW

Varying course offering that explores a particular area of law. Course may be repeated for credit when topic differs.

LEST-610 LEGAL TOPICS (3)

MARIJUANA LAW

Varying course offering that explores a particular issue, context or method of the law. Course may be repeated for credit where topic differs.

LEST-610 LEGAL TOPICS (3)

INFORMATION PRIVACY LAW

Varying course offering that explores a particular issue, context or method of the law. Course may be repeated for credit where topic differs.

LEST-697 APPLIED PROJECTS (3)

Focused and intensive work on one or more projects applying legal knowledge and skills to real world situations to solve problems and improve processes. Students may select from already ongoing projects, or develop their own. This course may be taken more than once, with the approval of the program director.

PBDS-502 INTRODUCTION TO GRAPHIC DESIGN PRINCIPLES (3)

Hands-on course for students with a limited background in graphic design. Emphasis on basic strategies for visual problem-solving and techniques for preparing comprehensive layouts. Pass/fail grading. Lab fee required.

PBDS-602 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL VIDEO (3)

Introductory course in video and audio production. Students learn to shoot, light, edit, and record sound in a digital environment. They also gain experience in producing for videotape, CD-ROM, DVD and the Web. Lab fee required.

PBDS-750 WRITING: SPECIAL TOPICS (3)

COPY-EDITING

Intensive exploration of topics in writing of mutual interest to students and faculty. Content varies according to the concurrent interests of faculty and students. Specific topic is listed in the schedule of classes. Course may be repeated for credit when topic changes. Lab fee may be required.

PBDS-750 WRITING: SPECIAL TOPICS (3)

ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING

Intensive exploration of topics in writing of mutual interest to students and faculty. Content varies according to the concurrent interests of faculty and students. Specific topic is listed in the schedule of classes. Course may be repeated for credit when topic changes. Lab fee may be required.

PHIL-200 THE NATURE AND PURPOSE OF LAW (3)

Introduces students to the nature and purpose of law by exploring a number of fundamental questions related to law and its role in our personal, social and political lives. Covers both historical and contemporary accounts of the nature of law, the relationship between law and morality, and legal reasoning, including a discussion of how judges ought to decide cases. Emphasis is on development of student's' critical-thinking and written and oral communication skills. Prerequisite; None

PHIL-250 SOCIAL AND POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY (3)

Examines the values and principles that establish and justify societies and that determine the rights and responsibilities of a society to its own members; of the members in relation to each other and to the society as a whole; and of a society in relation to other societies. The course considers the application of these principles to such issues as justice, human rights, political and social institutions, and international relations. [AH]

PHIL-497 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PHILOSOPHY (3)

Intensive exploration of topics in philosophy of mutual interest to faculty and students. Content varies according to the concurrent interests of faculty and students. The subject studied appears under the Topics heading in the class schedule. Course may be repeated for credit when topic changes.

PHIL-499 CAPSTONE IN PHILOSOPHY, LAW AND ETHICS (3)

A culmination of the student's program of study in the Philosophy, Law and Ethics program. Required for all PLE majors. Students complete a capstone paper as part of an approved cross-listed 400-level course, integrating course content across the major as part of the capstone project. prerequisite: permission of program director, normally all other required courses in the major must be completed or concurrent [CAP]

PPIA-410 POLITICS AND RACE (3)

Addresses race and its problems, possibilities, and limitations. Race is a critical issue in society; despite the removal of legal barriers and the guarantee of equal protection (Civil Rights Act of 1964, Voting Rights Act of 1965, Fair Housing Act of 1968), blacks and Hispanics continue to endure negative outcomes. Racism and discrimination in education, employment, health, income, and incarceration remain a part of the American social fabric. Prerequisite: none [GD]

PUAD-704 MANAGING DIVERSITY (3)

Examines issues of diversity in the workplace, particularly in relation to organizational performance and service delivery among public organizations. Uses historical and legal frameworks to consider the struggles of marginalized groups and employs theoretical and applied perspectives to examine the barriers, challenges and benefits of diversity in the workplace.

TAXA-650 TAX RESEARCH AND WRITING (3)

Covers research and writing projects on federal tax subjects with analysis and instruction in tax research techniques, materials and methodology. Students are required to prepare legal memoranda.

TAXA-650 TAX RESEARCH AND WRITING (3)

Covers research and writing projects on federal tax subjects with analysis and instruction in tax research techniques, materials and methodology. Students are required to prepare legal memoranda.

TAXA-651 FUNDAMENTALS OF FEDERAL INCOME TAX I (3)

Covers basic concepts in federal income taxation, including gross income, exclusions, adjusted gross income, deductions, exemptions, credits, assignment of income, identification of the taxpayer, tax rates, depreciation and the alternative minimum tax.

TAXA-653 PARTNERSHIP TAXATION (3)

Explores problems encountered in the formation, operation and liquidation of a partnership, including the acquisition of partnership interests, compensation of the service partner, the treatment of partnership distributions and problems associated with the disposition of partnership interests or property by sale. Prerequisite: TAXA 651

TAXA-654 TAX PRACTICE & PROCEDURE (3)

Covers aspects of practice before the Internal Revenue Service, including ruling requests, handling of audits, assessment of deficiencies and penalties, closing agreements, tax liens, statutes of limitations, claims for refunds, appeals conferences and practice before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Courts, Claims Court and appellate courts. Also includes analysis of the problems encountered in parallel civil and criminal proceedings, problems involving government investigatory powers and taxpayer rights and privileges. Prerequisite: TAXA 651

TAXA-654 TAX PRACTICE & PROCEDURE (3)

Covers aspects of practice before the Internal Revenue Service, including ruling requests, handling of audits, assessment of deficiencies and penalties, closing agreements, tax liens, statutes of limitations, claims for refunds, appeals conferences and practice before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Courts, Claims Court and appellate courts. Also includes analysis of the problems encountered in parallel civil and criminal proceedings, problems involving government investigatory powers and taxpayer rights and privileges. Prerequisite: TAXA 651

TAXA-656 MARYLAND TAXES (3)

This course will explore the substantive law and procedure of the Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller, with a particular focus on Maryland income tax, corporate tax and sales and use tax. Other Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller will be discussed briefly. In addition, this course will cover Maryland tax procedure, including how liabilities are calculated, types and methods of assessment, the dispute process, the state’s authority to collect and collection alternatives available. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Federal Income Tax I.

TAXA-656 MARYLAND TAXES (3)

This course will explore the substantive law and procedure of the Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller, with a particular focus on Maryland income tax, corporate tax and sales and use tax. Other Maryland taxes administered by the Maryland Comptroller will be discussed briefly. In addition, this course will cover Maryland tax procedure, including how liabilities are calculated, types and methods of assessment, the dispute process, the state’s authority to collect and collection alternatives available. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Federal Income Tax I.

TAXA-660 ESTATE AND GIFT TAXATION (3)

Covers the basic principles of federal estate and gift taxation, including computation of the taxable estate, inter vivos transfers, transfers in contemplation of death, transfers with retained interests or powers, joint interests, life insurance proceeds, property subject to powers of appointment, the marital deduction and the unified credit. Prerequisite: TAXA 651

TAXA-662 FOREIGN TAXATION (3)

Analysis of the federal income tax provisions applying to U.S. inbound and outbound transactions and investments. Course covers U.S. resident status, source-of-income rules, graduated tax on effectively connected income, withholding tax on FDAP income, branch profits tax, FIRPTA, tax treaties, foreign tax credit, foreign earned income exclusion, Subpart F and transfer pricing. Prerequisite: TAXA 651