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BUSADMIN 4140 International Management (3 credits) - NEW COURSE FOR SUMMER 2024!
This course focuses on the management of an enterprise engaged in international business. Topics include: why international business occurs, the nature & influence of the host country environment on firms conducting international business, how international strategic alternatives for these firms are identified & evaluated, the influence of culture on managers & managerial practices, & the ethical concerns & social responsibility associated with managing international business activities.

BUSADMIN 3340/5340 Management, Gender, & Race (3 credits) - NEW COURSE FOR SUMMER 2024!
This course reviews the changing nature of management & explains why gender & race/etchnicity have become important considerations in business. It examines the status of women & people of color in managerial or administrative positions & discusses socialization processes, stereotypes, equal employment opportunity laws, illegal harrasment, & power in organizations. Networking, mentoring, work/life balance, & career planning also are addressed.

BUSADMIN 3540/5540 Quality Management (3 credits) - NEW COURSE FOR SUMMER 2024!
The purpose of this course is to give the student an understanding of the tools, language and techniques used in the field of Quality Management. By the end of this course, students will be able to recall the history of the Quality movement, identify the major philosophies of the field, and use the basic tools. Although this course does require reading assigned materials, a significant portion of our time will be spent on class projects and participation. This course is intended to be an interactive learning experience. Therefore, class attendance is essential!

BUSADMIN 3400 Business and Commerce of the European Union (3 Credits)
This course begins with a study about the historical roots, the birth and development of the European Union in the last 50 years, analyzing the first treaties and the later ones added in the Union. The different organizations that form the components of the Union and the role of each member state are studied on this course. There is special emphasis on the importance of the European monetary union, the common coin and the main European financial institutions. Also, the course covers the politics and international commercial agreements of the Union and their relationship with the United States.

BUSADMIN 3410  Management of International Business (3 credits)
The course analyzes the complicated world of international business, paying special attention to the cultural and political influences on the business structures of today´s global economy.

There is emphasis on the importance of communication between countries, developing and understanding the cultural values of each nation and their impact on the negotiating process.

All these points will be treated and discussed in the classroom with real cases.

Prerequisite: 1 college level business course.

BUSADMIN 3430  International Marketing (3 credits) 
This course will use Spain and the United States as the main references, giving the student an introduction of the international markets in today's era of globalization.

The objective is to understand the needs of clients and to analyze how multinational firms satisfy these needs with desired products at a competitive price. We will study the impact of legal and political means on the strategy of international markets.

We will focus on the main surrounding factors of that affect international commercialization, the obstacles and the opportunities.

Prerequisite: 1 college level business course.

HISTORY 3310 History of Spain (3 Credits) 
Taught in English, this course examines the historical development of Spain from  Prehistory to the present time. It focuses especially on important historic moments, such as Hispania, Islamic Spain, the origins of the Christian realms, the Napoleonic wars, the fall of the Monarchy, and the process of the industrialization. In the last part of the course we will study the Spanish Civil War, the regime of Franco and today´s Constitutional Monarchy of Spain.

HISTORY 3340 History and Culture of Islamic Spain (3 Credits)
Taught in English, this course is an introduction to the period of Islamic Spain. It will be based on an introduction to the study of the pillars of Islam, their expansion and the arrival of the Muslims in Spain. The course is a study of a multi-ethnic society made up of diverse religions during a period of tolerance towards religion. The course will end with a discussion of how the presence of the Muslims in the Iberian Peninsula has influenced and still continues to influence Spanish attitudes and their conceptions of the past.

ART 3890 Spanish Art (3 credits)
This course consists of a general introduction to the history of Spanish art from prehistoric to current times, explaining and placing the most significant artworks in relation to global art. The course will focus on the diverse cultural influences that have directed the development of Spanish art and students will study critically the modifications that these successive cultures have produced within the mainstream of the general history of art.

ART 3900 Artistic Monuments in Seville (3 credits)
The main objective of this course is to introduce students to the historical, economic, artistic, social and religious parts of Seville through its important and several monuments. Students will study about the monuments and works of art significant in relation to global art.

The actual city will be the main guideline of this course. In each class meeting students will study various artistic-architectural points of interest. Students will also be able to appreciate the cultural impact that many other cultures have left behind in the city throughout its history. 

LAB FEE: Students will have to pay 80€ to cover all entry fees during the visits.

SOCIOLOGY 3620 Spanish Civilization (3 credits) 
The objective of this course is to help the students to acquire an awareness of the different aspects of Spanish culture, history and society in order to enrich their knowledge of Spain and help their integration into a new and very different environment. The aim is to help them understand the complexity of society, economy and culture in Spain. The course also has an emphasis on the cultural aspects of modern-day social life.

SOCIOLOGY 3650 Gastronomy of Spain (3 credits)
The aim of this course is to help students to understand how different civilizations that had settled in Spain throughout the centuries have influenced the history of Spanish food.  Students will study the variety of styles of cooking depending on the geographical location.  This course will also cover a study of some prominent chefs and restaurants in the history of Spanish cuisine.   

SOCIOLOGY 3930 Spanish Folklore and Popular Customs (3 credits)
This course offers the students information about the differences and similarities between regions, festivals and popular customs in different Spanish regions and gastronomy. This information will give a better understanding about the Spaniards, their lifestyle, folklore and customs, therefore making it easier for the student to integrate in the country where they will be living during the semester. It will also help students understand the diversity of Spain´s regions.