What This Document Is
This is an official course proposal document from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, specifically relating to MGMT 4505: International Managerial Finance. It’s an internal record detailing the authorization and approval process for offering this upper-level undergraduate course. The document originates from the Electronic Course Authorization System (ECAS) and outlines key details regarding the course’s structure and academic standing within the university’s curriculum. It represents a snapshot of the course as it was formally proposed and approved for inclusion in the academic catalog.
Why This Document Matters
This record is primarily valuable for those involved in academic administration, curriculum development, and course accreditation at the University of Minnesota. Faculty reviewing course offerings, administrators overseeing academic policies, or researchers studying curriculum changes would find this document insightful. Students interested in the foundational details and official approvals behind a specific course offering may also find it useful for understanding the course’s place within the broader academic framework. It provides context on how the course came to be offered and its intended academic positioning.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is *not* a substitute for the course syllabus or any instructional materials. It does not contain lecture notes, assignments, readings, or specific learning objectives. It’s a high-level overview of the course’s approval and basic parameters, not a guide to the course content itself. The document also reflects the course as it was *proposed* and may not perfectly reflect any subsequent minor adjustments made during implementation.
What This Document Provides
* Formal course identification details (course number, title, institution)
* Information regarding the course’s effective term and status (active/inactive)
* Details on credit hours and grading basis
* A general catalog description outlining the course’s broad subject area
* Information on delivery methods (e.g., classroom, online) and frequency of offering
* Prerequisites and any consent requirements for enrollment
* A rationale for the course’s inclusion in the curriculum
* Details regarding general education requirements fulfilled by the course
* Historical approval information and editorial comments.