Spanish-Oriented Instruction

 

SPAN 3160: Spanish for International Business. Examined business practices, professional customs, and cultural influences across Spanish-speaking countries through an international business lens. Compared U.S.business norms with those of Spain and Latin America, strengthening cross-cultural communication skills relevant to global commerce.

 

SPAN 4160: Spanish for International Business II (Currently in Progress). Advanced discussion-based course focused on current economic, political, and business developments in Spanish-speaking countries. Emphasized professional fluency, cultural awareness, and the ability to analyze how tradition and regional context shape international business practices.

 

SPAN 3130: Survey of Spanish Literature. Analyzed foundational Spanish literary works from the medieval and Renaissance periods to better understand Spain’s cultural and historical development. Required close reading of complex texts written in older linguistic forms, strengthening analytical and interpretive skills.

 

SPAN 3060: Spanish Composition for Business. Developed professional writing skills for business contexts, including formal correspondence, reports, and presentations. Emphasized precision, tone, and adapting communication for international and multicultural audiences.

 

SPAN 3050: Spanish Conversation and Composition. Strengthened advanced speaking and writing skills through structured discussions, presentations, and composition exercises. Focused on fluency, confidence, and the ability to clearly express complex ideas in professional settings.

 

Economics

 

ECON 3060: Managerial Economics. Applied microeconomic theory to managerial decision-making and business strategy. Focused on how managers use supply and demand, elasticity, and cost analysis to forecast sales, set prices,and optimize profitability. Emphasized real-world business scenarios and practical applications.

 

ECON 3100: International Economics Examined international trade and global financial systems, including comparative advantage, trade policy, exchange rates, and balance of payments. Strengthened understanding of how globalization, tariffs, and capital flows influence multinational firms and national economies.

 

ECON 3030: Economics and Sports Applied economic principles to the sports industry, including labor markets, salary caps, revenue sharing, and competitive balance. Analyzed financial decision-making in professional and collegiate sports, linking economic theory to real-world sports business models.

 

Marketing

 

MKT 4270: International Marketing Studied marketing strategy in global markets with a focus on cultural adaptation, market entry, and international consumer behavior. Analyzed how firms tailor branding, pricing, and promotion across different countries and cultural environments.

 

MKT 3210: Sports Marketing Explored marketing strategy within the sports industry, including fan engagement, sponsorships, branding, and media partnerships. Focused on revenue generation and brand development in competitive entertainment markets.

 

MKT 3020: Consumer BehaviorAnalyzed psychological, social, and cultural factors influencing consumer decision-making.Applied behavioral insights to marketing strategy, product positioning, and communication effectiveness.

 

Management

 

MGT 4230: International Business Management Examined management and strategy in multinational organizations, emphasizing global operations, leadership, and cross-cultural decision-making. Focused on how firms manage political, cultural, and economic risk in international markets.

 

MGT 3180: Management of Information Systems (Currently in Progress). Studied how organizations use information systems to support decision-making and operational efficiency. Emphasized the strategic role of data, enterprise systems, and technology in modern business environments.

 

Accounting (Minor)

 

ACCT 2010: Accounting Concepts. Introduced core accounting principles and financial statement analysis. Focused on understanding how financial information supports business decision-making.

 

ACCT 3110: Financial Accounting. Covered financial reporting standards, asset valuation, and revenue recognition under GAAP.Strengthened ability to prepare and interpret financial statements.

 

ACCT 3120: Financial Accounting II Expanded on advanced financial reporting topics, including liabilities, equity, and complex accounting issues. Emphasized analytical thinking and application of accounting standards.

 

ACCT 3030: Cost Accounting Examined cost behavior, budgeting, and performance measurement. Focused on managerial use of cost information for planning, control, and strategic decisions.

 

ACCT 3130: Accounting for Analytics and Decision MakingApplied accounting data to analytical and managerial decision-making. Emphasized performance metrics, data interpretation, and strategic analysis.

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ACCT 4100: Reporting and Management Control Systems (Currently in Progress). Studied management control systems used to align organizational behavior with strategic objectives. Focused on internal reporting, budgeting, and incentive design.

 

Study Abroad Coursework – Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (Spanish Instruction)

 

Social Inequality in Spain. Analyzed social and economic inequality in Spain through historical, political, and cultural perspectives. Strengthened understanding of Spanish society, labor markets, and regional disparities during full cultural immersion.

 

Advanced Spanish Conversation and CompositionInstructed entirely in Spanish. Focused on advanced speaking and writing through debates, presentations, and analytical essays. Emphasized professional-level fluency developed through daily immersion in Spain.

 

Latin America in a Post-Colonial Perspective: Examined Latin America’s political, cultural, and economic development through a post-colonial framework. Encouraged critical thinking about globalization, identity, and power structures relevant to international business and policy.

 

19th and 20th Century Spanish Literature. Studied major literary movements and authors from the 19th and 20th centuries. Analyzed how historical change shaped Spanish cultural identity, strengthening cultural literacy gained through a study abroad experience.