course offerings Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes: ACCT 143 and senior class standing–students with fewer than 88 credits on record may not register for this course; no exceptions permitted. Credit given for this course or ACCT 215, not both. SSI 60176: M-R, 11 a.m.-1:10 p.m., Petra, 308 CV Starr 60762: M-R, 6:10-8:20 p.m., Nagel, 308 CV Starr ACCT 203 Accounting and Financial Reporting 3 s.h. A comprehensive overview of the basic financial statements and how they and other accounting information are utilized for managerial decision making in a global economy. Topics include, but are not limited to, financial reporting and analysis, profit analysis, capital budgeting, planning and forecasting, and cost control. Environmental factors and ethical implications are integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes: Credit given for this course or ACCT 230, not both. Open only to matriculated graduate students in the Zarb School of Business and in other Schools at Hofstra where appropriate. See specific program requirements. SSI 60177: M-W, 6:05-8:25 p.m., Fonfeder, 309 CV Starr 60429: M-W, 6:05-8:25 p.m., Fonfeder, 309 CV Starr Computer Associates MBA Program. Cross-listed with ACCT 102. 60428: M-W, 6:05-8:25 p.m., Fonfeder, 309 CV Starr Estee Lauder MBA Program. Cross-listed with ACCT 102. SSIII 80241: M-R, 6:05-9:50 p.m., Nagel, 308 CV Starr ACCT 208 Accounting Information Systems 3 s.h. Course addresses key concepts and trends in information systems technology and how they affect accountants, as well as how the business environment is affecting and stimulating the trends in development. Students gain an understanding of computer-based accounting information systems and the impact of information technology on the practice of accounting and auditing. Topics include development and documentation techniques of computer-based accounting systems, auditing and control in common computer environments, database systems, and financial reporting systems. Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes: Corequisite: ACCT 233 or approved equivalent. Open only to matriculated M.S. in accounting and M.S. in taxation students. May be taken by M.B.A. students majoring in accounting in lieu of IT 203. Credit given for this course or ACCT 127 or 135. (Same as BCIS 208.). SSI 60743: M-W, 6:05-8:25 p.m., Sledgianowski, 308 CV Starr
Administration and Policy Studies (APS)
communication and for social contracts that establish the minimal conditions for political order. SSII 70281: M-R, 11 a.m.-1:10 p.m., Buddenhagen, 14 Davison ANTH 33 Archaeological Field Methods 6 s.h. An intensive hands-on introduction to the ideas, techniques, and methods used in archaeological field research. Students will participate in an archaeological excavation and be trained in the foundations of archaeological field testing and analysis. Students will learn the history of excavation techniques and theories, and receive a practical introduction to the development of archaeological research questions and the field and laboratory strategies used to answer these in fieldwork and analysis. Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes: Permission of instructor required. SSI 60784: M-R, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Matthews, 20 Davison ANTH 113 (CC) Archaeology of Ancient American Civilizations 3 s.h. Study of the present state of archaeological knowledge about the development of such pre-Columbian New World civilizations as the Olmec, Maya, Toltec, Aztec and Inca. Recent archaeological evidence and glyph translations are discussed and analyzed in the context of prevalent theoretical perspectives. Distinctive forms of agriculture, cities and state formation in the New World are presented. SSI 60315: M-R, 11 a.m.-1:10 p.m., Buddenhagen, 18 Davison ANTH 114 (BH) Rise of Civilization 3 s.h. A study of the nuclear civilizations of the Americas (PerĂş, Mexico, Guatemala), the Middle East (Mesopotamia, Egypt and periphery) and other areas such as China and India in historical and evolutionary perspective. SSI 60866: TBA; Feuerbach; Distance Learning ANTH 116 (CC) Religion in Cross-Cultural Perspective 3 s.h. An examination of various approaches to the interpretation of religious beliefs and practices. Emphasis on nonwestern belief systems, theories of the function of religion in society, uses of magic and divination within religious traditions, and religion as a mechanism of both social control and social change. Topics include symbolism, myths and rituals in selected societies and the role of the religious practitioner. SSI 60785: M-R, 6:10-8:20 p.m., Feuerbach, 18 Davison
APS 294 Administrative Internship 3 s.h. This is a cooperative administrative experience at a community agency, college or university where students observe, study and report on agency policies, procedures and services. Monthly seminars for considering problems confronted in the field are held. Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes: Department approval. Pass/ Fail grade only. SSII 70412: TBA
ANTH 143 (BH) Introduction to Forensic Anthropology 3 s.h. Introduction to the theory and methods used by forensic anthropologists to extract the maximum amount of information from ancient burials, historical murders and recent accidents. In addition to illustrating and reconstructing skeletal remains and artifacts, forensic anthropologists examine skeletal remains, environmental evidence for location and time of death, trace evidence, wear-patterns. Classes will emphasize archeological methods and ethical issues associated with the examination of human remains and include case studies and practical activities. SSI 60786: TBA; Distance Learning
APS 351 Independent Study 3 s.h. The student will develop a project or study related to his/her field of study. With approval and continuing supervision of the advisor, the student then works independently to complete the project or study. This course is particularly appropriate for students who must complete a project as a final requirement for the degree. Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes: Permission of adviser. SSII 70543: TBA, Seirup
ANTH 148 Society, Culture and Personality 3 s.h. Relationship between the individual personality, society and culture. Recent theories and studies of character and social structure. Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes: Credit given for this course or SOC 148, not both. SSI 60382: TBA, Buddenhagen, Distance Learning SSII 70349: TBA, Buddenhagen, Distance Learning
Anthropology (ANTH)
Art History (AH)
ANTH 1 (BH) Human Evolution in Anthropological Perspective 3 s.h. Human origins are reviewed in light of evolutionary theory, recent research on living primates and the fossil record. Concepts of both human nature and culture are defined in evolutionary terms and critiqued with an eye to unraveling the distinctly human capacities for conjugal and extended family life, for symbolic
AH 3 (AA) Gods and Kings 3 s.h. Study of Classical and European art from its prehistoric antecedents to the Gothic Age, with an emphasis on how powerful kings and religious beliefs influenced the forms and styles of architecture, sculpture and painting. Prerequisite(s)/ Course Notes: Credit given for this course or New College HAH 13, not both. SSII
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