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BUSI 5413 - PROBLEM SOLVING & DECISION MAKING
This is an applied and practical course in concepts and techniques used in the quantitative decision-making process. Various models are considered and applied to managerial problems in public and private organizations. It focuses on decision-making implications, stressing problem formulation, technique assumptions and limitations, and managerial information generated.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: MATH 2023 or equivalent
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5423 - CORPORATE FINANCE
This course examines and analyzes the decisions that managers are required to make about securing and managing funds. It includes capital markets, sources of funds, types of financial instruments, cost and risks, and financial strategies. Issues explored include risk analysis, financial and capital structure, capital budgeting, valuation and portfolio analysis, long-term investment decisions, dividend policy, tax strategies, break-even analysis, and cost/volume profit analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: BUSI 2133, 2233
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5433 - BUSINESS STRATEGY AND POLICY
This capstone course is designed to help students examine and synthesize both external and internal environments of an organization, identify key strategic issues, identify and choose from alternative strategies, and defend such decisions from a Christian, ethical perspective. Case histories of domestic and international organizations are examined, and the opportunities for and implications of strategic planning and managerial decision-making are discussed in tandem with the impact of external political, social, and economic factors. This class should be taken during the last semester, if possible.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5436 - BUSINESS STRATEGY AND POLICY
This capstone course is designed to incorporate prior core class learning by having students examine and synthesize both external and internal environments of an organization, identify key strategic issues, identify and choose from alternative strategies, and defend such decisions from a Christian, ethical perspective. Students will participate through the use of a team-based, computer simulation model in which students develop a strategic plan, make decisions, assess the outcomes of those decisions, and make another round of decisions based on their analysis. This simulation covers eight years (simulation rounds). This class should be taken during the last semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: All coursework in the MBA program.
Credits: 6
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BUSI 5503 - ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
This course compares and contrasts the roles of financial and managerial accounting in organizations, applies cost-volume-profit (CVP) analysis including cost behaviors to management decisions, and develops an understanding of the role of cost management systems in the organizational management process. Students develop an understanding of how relevant information is useful in marketing, production, and capital budget decisions, as well as gaining insight into the importance of operating budget usefulness in a responsibility center environment. Cost of capital, long-term debt and equity funding options, and dividend policy are explored.
Prerequisites & Notes
BUSI 5003
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5523 - Disney Business Excellence
This course is a five-day seminar that provides insight into the strategies that drive the Disney organization, including its emphasis on creativity and innovation, leadership excellence, people management, quality service, and brand loyalty practices.
Prerequisites & Notes
Admission to the MBA Program
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5533 - GLOBAL SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
This course is a study of the theory and practice social entrepreneurship in an international business context. It takes a holistic blend of the concepts of business as mission, business operations, and evangelism endeavors.
Prerequisites & Notes
Admission to the MBA Program
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5901 - GLOBAL EXPERIENCE
This course provides documentation that a student has fulfilled the global experience requirement of the MBA. Students are required to work, serve, or study in a culture other than his/her own for a minimum of 45 hours.
Credits: 1
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CRIM 5003 - CURRENT TOPICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course provides an overview of the use of research and literature review methodology enabling the student to write an integrative paper to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of an approved topic related to policy evaluation, criminal justice administration, or career development within a criminal justice agency.
Credits: 3
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CRIM 5103 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY ANALYSIS
This course provides students with the tools to analyze policy implementation and effectiveness in the criminal justice system. Policies are evaluated in the areas of policing, corrections, courts, and criminal justice. Special attention is given research methods and case study analysis that can be used to evaluate and inform the creation of crime-related policies.
Credits: 3
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CRIM 5203 - THEORY AND PRACTICE OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
This course provides an overview of theory and research on criminal behavior and the interaction of the criminal justice system, including the police, courts, and corrections. Special attention is given to how policing and corrections operate in the United States, as well as at the state and local level.
Credits: 3
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FACT 5104 - FORENSIC ACCOUNTING: INTRODUCTION AND FRAMEWORK
This course introduces students to the world of forensic accounting and reviews foundational investigative and research concepts, including forensic accounting skills, the nature of forensic accounting assignments, methodologies, and ethical considerations. Students will learn to think “beyond the numbers,” integrating and applying knowledge of related disciplines, such as accounting, economics, finance, criminology, psychology, organizational behavior, law, and computer science. Theories and types of white collar crime are also explored.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: Admission to program.
Credits: 4.0
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FACT 5107 - INTRODUCTION AND FRAMEWORK
This course introduces students to the world of forensic accounting and reviews foundational investigative and research concepts, including forensic accounting skills (such as critical thinking and reasoning), the nature of forensic accounting assignments, methodologies, and ethical considerations. Students will learn to think “beyond the numbers,” integrating and applying knowledge of related disciplines, such as accounting, economics, finance, criminology, psychology, organizational behavior, law, and computer science. Students will learn to think like investigators and develop skills leading to the presentation of investigative/research results in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Admission to program
Credits: 7
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FACT 5204 - FORENSIC ACCOUNTING: LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AND COMPONENTS OF CRIMINOLOGY
This course prepares students to work effectively in a legal environment. Students will learn the importance of civil rules and procedures and rules of evidence as components of a forensic engagement. The concepts of evidence gathering, how a trial is conducted, and methods of proof will be emphasized. Students will also learn the differences between a consulting and testifying expert and the criteria for forming and expressing a legally sufficient expert opinion.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: FACT 5104
Credits: 4.0
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FACT 5207 - LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AND COMPONENTS OF CRIMINOLOGY
This course prepares students to work effectively in a legal environment. Students will learn the importance of civil rules and procedures and rules of evidence as components of a forensic engagement. The concepts of evidence gathering, how a trial is conducted, and methods of proof will be emphasized. Students will also learn the differences between a consulting and testifying expert, the criteria for forming and expressing a legally sufficient expert opinion.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prequisite:
Credits: 7
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FACT 5304 - FORENSIC ACCOUNTING: DATA GATHERING
This course prepares students to perform data gathering in a forensic accounting engagement. The context of a forensic accounting engagement will be explored through a focus on screening and staging engagements, and gathering evidence: including the development of a financial statement analysis. Students will work through a comprehensive case analysis in which the tools and techniques of financial statement analysis and fraud investigation will be applied.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: FACT 5204
Credits: 4.0
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FACT 5307 - FRAUD EXAMINATIONS AND DATA ANALYSIS CONSIDERATIONS
This course prepares students to perform a financial statement analysis in a forensic accounting engagement. The context of a forensic accounting engagement will be explored through a focus on fraud theory and white collar crime. Students will work through a comprehensive case analysis in which the tools and techniques of financial statement analysis and fraud investigation will be applied. In addition, the role of data analysis in forensic accounting engagements is discussed and methods of data collection and preparation are considered. Students will be introduced to concepts related to computer forensics.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite:
Credits: 7
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FACT 5404 - FORENSIC ACCOUNTING: USING DATA AS EVIDENCE
This course prepares students to analyze evidence. Students focus on the role and purpose of data analysis in a forensic accounting engagement. The threshold of sufficient relevant data and key elements of the data analysis task are examined, and data sources, data limitations, and methods of data collection are reviewed. The application of data collection methodologies is explored. This course concludes with an introduction to digital forensics.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: FACT 5304
Credits: 4.0
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FACT 5407 - CONCEPTS IN BUSINESS VALUATION
This course introduces students to business valuation theory, methods, and techniques. Students will develop an understanding of various business valuation approaches and methods and how they are incorporated into the five-step valuation process. The course will also explore the relationship of a business valuation engagement to the legal framework. Students will gain insight to the structure and content of a business valuation report.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite:
Credits: 7
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FACT 5504 - FORENSIC ACCOUNTING: ECONOMIC DAMAGES
This course prepares students on reference data, which is a critical resource in many forensic accounting engagements. The module reviews statistical methods used in the formation and/or application reference data sets. Students learn the concept of economic damages, types of damages, the roles of damages experts, and common methodologies employed in damages calculations.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: FACT 5404
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FACT 5508 - LEGAL ENGAGEMENTS AND CAPSTONE PROJECT
This course challenges to manage a forensic accounting engagement through each stage of the litigation process—engagement, development of case facts and assumptions, discovery/research, selection and application of appropriate methodologies, preparation of a written report, discovery deposition, and mock trial testimony. Successful completion of this module requires critical thinking, researching, investigating, writing, and communicating within a litigation context.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite:
Credits: 8
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FACT 5604 - FORENSIC ACCOUNTING: PRIVATE ENTITY BUSINESS EVALUATION
This course frames the challenge of valuing closely held companies, in contexts such as litigation, purchase/sales transactions, and tax. Students learn the underlying theory of business valuation, as well as the processes, and methodologies of valuation engagements. In addition to these analytic aspects, issues such as report writing and professional standards are discussed.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: FACT 5504
Credits: 4.0
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FACT 5704 - FORENSIC ACCOUNTING: OTHER FORENSIC TOPICS
This course explores how family law engagements may involve analysis of equitable distribution, alimony, and child support. Students also explore financial crimes engagements and procedural aspects of criminal prosecution. Alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration, are considered.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: FACT 5604
Credits: 4.0
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FACT 5804 - FORENSIC ACCOUNTING: CAPSTONE EXERCISE
This course integrates and applies concepts learned in all previous modules. Students are challenged to develop a case through each stage of the litigation process: establishing the initial engagement, conducting discovery, preparing a written report, and concluding with mock trial testimony.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: FACT 5704
Credits: 4.0
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LDRS 5123 - SERVANT LEADERSHIP
This course explores academic, biblical, and practitioner concepts of servant leadership. It is intended to encourage a philosophy and lifestyle of servant leadership in student’s professional and personal lives.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA program
Credits: 3
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LDRS 5213 - LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
This course explores the concept of leadership from a holistic approach through anthropology, philosophy, psychology, sociology, and great works of literature. Students examine leader traits and skills, leadership styles in different situations, and leadership philosophies fulfilling higher-order needs, including authentic, transformational, servant, and spiritual.
Prerequisites & Notes
Admission to the MBA program
Credits: 3
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LDRS 5333 - LEADING ACROSS CULTURES
This course examines leadership through communication, motivation, and teamwork of people from another culture. Additionally it looks at this leader-follower dynamic from a Christian biblical perspective.
Prerequisites & Notes
Admission to the MBA program
Credits: 3
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Business and Professional Leadership |
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BPLE 1003 - FOUNDATIONAL CONCEPTS OF BUSINESS
This course is an introduction to the key functions of business in the contemporary economy. The course includes an overview of economics, accounting and finance, management, marketing, and business planning.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 1013 - FINANCIAL DECISION MAKING
This course provides an introduction to the basics of using financial data to make informed decisions in organizations. It places emphasis on financial statements, time value of money, financial ratios, budgeting, and managerial decision-making using accounting and finance information.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 1133 - FOUNDATIONS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
This course provides an introduction to computer hardware, software and networks, hardware and software needs assessment, and the societal impact of technology. Basic competency in office productivity applications and the use of the Internet for research provides an information systems grounding for students in business, leadership, education, humanities, and the behavioral, natural, and social sciences.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 1903 - PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
This course covers personal financial planning and management from a Christian perspective. Biblical concepts are used to help build a financial stewardship plan. Topics included cash flow management, use of credit, investing as a steward, insurance, and life planning.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 2113 - PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS
This course will study effective communication in a professional environment. The course prepares students to create effective letters, reports, electronic and other forms of business writing.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: ENGL 1233
Credits: 3
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BPLE 2123 - PRINCIPLED LEADERSHIP
This course will examine patterns and styles of leadership in a business environment from Biblical and Christian perspectives. Special attention will be given to the development of a leader’s personal life, including spiritual formation, personal ethics, decision-making, and integrating faith, learning, and work.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 3003 - CROSS-CULTURAL LEADERSHIP
This course introduces students to the challenges and impact of leadership within a cross-cultural framework. It examines cultural values, practices, and patterns of communication that exist within various cultures with an emphasis on cultural intelligence.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: BPLE 2123
Credits: 3
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BPLE 3203 - MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
This course introduces the basic concepts of management and covers the fundamentals of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling organizations. The course emphasizes application and includes a case study presentation.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: BPLE 1003
Credits: 3
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BPLE 3303 - MARKETING CONCEPTS
This course examines the basic function of marketing including pricing, product development and management, promotion and distribution. The course emphasizes application and includes a project presentation.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: BPLE 1003
Credits: 3
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BPLE 3403 - LEGAL CONCEPTS IN BUSINESS
This course discusses legal principles which apply to normal business transactions, contracts, agency, property, insurance, and torts.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 4013 - LEADERSHIP FORUM
This course acquaints students with contemporary authors, speakers, managers and professionals who are recognized as successful leaders across various disciplines. Students will synthesize the writings of these leaders and reflect on their own leadership skills, traits and behaviors as they apply to their ability to manage in a global economy.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 4113 - WORKPLACE ETHICS AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
This course considers legal, societal and Judeo-Christian principles as applied to ethical decisions in the contemporary workplace. The course discusses the role of social responsibility and stewardship or business.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: BPLE 1003
Credits: 3
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BPLE 4143 - LEADERSHIP, FOLLOWERSHIP, AND TEAMWORK
This course surveys the basic theories, styles, and applications of leadership, including traits, skills, behavior, and relationships. It further considers effective teamwork and the leader-follower relationship.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: BPLE 2123
Credits: 3
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BPLE 4913 - PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP PORTFOLIO
This course is the capstone course for the major requirements and provides students the opportunity to synthesize and apply their learning in a workplace context. Insights are gained into ones temperament and leadership profile as they relate to the workplace.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: All major courses
Credits: 3
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CEDU 3223 - CHILDRENS MINISTRIES
A specialized study of children’s ministry as it pertains to specific programs, such as Children’s Church, Kids’ Crusades, Story Hour, Vacation Bible School, camps, retreats, etc. Involves special emphasis on the principles of Christian Education as applied to these areas. This course requires careful study of and reflection upon the appropriate biblical texts. This course is cross-referenced with PMIN 3223.
Credits: 3
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CHMU 1011 - CHURCH PIANO A
Piano instruction in basic skills of technique and sight reading, emphasizing the ministry of gospel music in the various aspects of the church service. Designed for the non-music major or the music major with a need for substantial remedial skills. This course includes a lab. The class meets twice per week for 60 minutes. Music majors may not receive applied music credit for this course.
Credits: 1
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CHMU 1021 - CHURCH PIANO B
Piano instruction in basic skills of technique and sight reading, emphasizing the ministry of gospel music in the various aspects of the church service. Designed for the non-music major or the music major with a need for substantial remedial skills. This course includes a lab. The class meets twice per week for 60 minutes. Music majors may not receive applied music credit for this course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CHMU 1011
Credits: 1
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COMM 244L - HONORS SPEAKING AND WRITING LAB
Credits: 0
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COMM 315L - AUDIO AND PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY LAB
This course provides hands-on experience in worship support ministries including sound reinforcement and multimedia projection. Students will apply techniques and principles learned in Audio and Production Technology II while running sound and multimedia for the Worship Leading Lab II.
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: COMM 3152
Cross-listed with MUSC 315L
Credits: 1
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COMM 1013 - DRAWING I
This introductory course in drawing is designed to orient students to the implementation of the elements of art and principles of design. Through experiential, hands-on training, students learn how to draw while using the appropriate tools, materials, and methods. The course stresses visual thinking, creativity, skill development, and critical analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 1031 - THEATRE PRACTICUM
This course consists of supervised practical experience in theatrical production techniques and stresses basic scenic construction, property gathering, costume gathering, lighting, make-up, publicity, house management, and other areas as needed. May be repeated up to 4 credits.
Credits: 0.5
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COMM 1433 - FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH
This course is a study in both theory and practice in the principles of effective speech development and presentation.
Credits: 3
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COMM 1503 - SURVEY OF WESTERN ART
This course introduces students to the fundamental elements of two and three-dimensional Western art through reading, observation, and discussion. Students will learn the basic vocabulary related to visual arts, learn to distinguish various genres and periods of art, and recognize and appreciate masterpieces of Western art. The role of art in history and society within a Christian context will be discussed and students will develop an enhanced appreciation for the value of art in their own lives.
Credits: 3
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COMM 1513 - SURVEY OF GRAPHIC DESIGN
This introductory class acquaints students to graphic design and visual arts through the use of the formal elements of art and principles of design. Specific art making processes include painting, drawing, and collage. The course stresses visual thinking, creativity, skill development, and critical analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 1603 - SCREEN ACTING
This course provides the skills and knowledge needed to achieve professional screen acting performances for film and television.
Prerequisites & Notes
Instructor approval required
Credits: 3
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COMM 1803 - INTRODUCTION TO FILM PRODUCTION
This course explores the various departments that contribute to the production of a feature film, surveying each major crew position and reviewing the tools, equipment, and documents with which they work. The course will focus on film jargon, set etiquette, and the tools that govern the unions, guilds, and other aspects of employment in the film industry.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 2013 - DRAWING II
This intermediate course in drawing is designed to advance students’ implementation of the elements of art and principles of design, as a means toward creating a series of drawings exhibiting unique personal expression. The course stresses visual thinking, creativity, skill development, and critical analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 1013
Credits: 3
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COMM 2023 - PHOTOGRAPHY
This is an introductory course to photography. Students learn how to properly compose, light, and focus on various subjects. Topics include digital photography techniques, photojournalism, photography ethics, as well as portrait, landscape, and event photography.
Credits: 3
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COMM 2033 - THEATRE APPRECIATION
This course is an introductory overview of the elements of dramatic production and the history of theatre.
Credits: 3
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COMM 2043 - COLOR THEORY
This course advances students’ understanding of color properties and relationships through creative problem solving, formal exercises, and guided research. Students build a vocabulary for examining and recognizing color and color sensations, and they experiment with color applications. Students also learn how color theories are applied in various professional fields.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 1513
Credits: 3
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COMM 2053 - PAINTING I
This introductory course in painting is designed to orient students to the implementation of the elements of art and principles of design as expressed through paint and mixed media. Through experiential, hands-on training, students learn how to paint while using the appropriate tools, materials, and methods.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 2063 - FUNDAMENTALS OF INTERACTIVE DESIGN
This course introduces students to foundational principles and practices of interactive media. It enables students to explore elements and applications of user-interface design, interactive design tools, and creative digital content.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 2073 - INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
This course introduces students to foundational principles and practices of web design and development. It enables students to explore elements and applications of web design principles and web coding.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 2113 - INTRODUCTION TO RADIO PRODUCTION
This is a broadcasting course which familiarizes students with theory, equipment, and on-air techniques related to radio production.
Credits: 3
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COMM 2122 - MEDIA ETHICS
This course is an examination of moral and social conduct and decision-making in the world of media. Contemporary ethical issues in commercialism, journalism, and media expression will be examined in light of biblical principles.
Credits: 2
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COMM 2123 - THEATRICAL DANCE A
An introductory overview of the basic elements of movement and how they apply to dramatic productions.
Credits: 3
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COMM 2133 - INTRO TO TELEVISION PRODUCTION
This course is a study of basic equipment, organization, operation, production procedures, and principles of visual production with an emphasis on practical experience.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 2143 - INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL THEATRE
The course is an overview of technical theatre and techniques. Topics include shop and tool safety, scenic construction, lighting, sound, properties and personnel.
Credits: 3
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COMM 2223 - THEATRICAL DANCE B
A continuation of Theatrical Dance A with the addition of specific technique and styles related to Broadway Musicals.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 2123
Credits: 3
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COMM 2233 - INTRODUCTION TO MASS COMMUNICATION
This course is a broad survey of the various forms of mass communication and the industries that have arisen to support them as well as their impact on the culture and democracy. It provides opportunity to critically examine each of the forms of mass communication that have become an integral part of everyday life.
Credits: 3
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COMM 2322 - PUBLIC RELATIONS APPLICATIONS
This course provides an overview of public relations with emphasis on the tools, skills, and technology needed in the creation and exchange of messages in public and private organizations using print, broadcast, and electronic media.
Credits: 2
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COMM 2323 - INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC RELATIONS
This course provides an overview of public relations with emphasis on the tools, skills, and technology needed in the creation and exchange of messages in public and private organizations using print, broadcast, and electronic media.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 2333 - ACTING I
This course is a basic study and practice of acting techniques, stressing voice, movement, characterizations, styles, and forms.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 2033
Credits: 3
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COMM 2343 - ACTING II
This course is a further study and practice of acting beyond Acting I, with an emphasis on acting for plays set in different eras, with different theatrical styles, different modes of speech, and different types of characters than one experiences in naturalistic acting.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: COMM 2333
Credits: 3
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COMM 2423 - WRITING FOR DIGITAL MEDIA
This course focuses on writing skills for digital media with an emphasis on media convergence and online journalism.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: ENGL 1133, 1233
Credits: 3
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COMM 2433 - FILM APPRECIATION
This course is a survey of the historical, social/cultural, political, technical, and stylistic dimensions of film. Students will view and critically respond to films from a variety of periods and genres.
Credits: 3
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COMM 2443 - HONORS SPEAKING AND WRITING
This course will address the theory and practice of presenting public speeches and investigative writing across multiple disciplines, with an emphasis on research in each discipline. Study will include how to organize, gather evidence, and select proper language for written and oral presentations. The coursework will also incorporate the analysis of visual rhetorics for the designated audiences across the various disciplines.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: THEO 1503 H1
Credits: 3
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COMM 2523 - MEDIA MANAGEMENT
This course is an introduction to specific leadership and management needs for media organizations, including management theories, finance, sales, advertising, ratings, programming, personnel, and legal regulations.
Credits: 3
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COMM 2533 - NARRATIVE STRUCTURE IN FILM
This course examines the characteristics of cinematic storytelling found in contemporary motion pictures, including the conventional three-act structure and its variations.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: COMM 1803
Credits: 3
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COMM 2613 - DIGITAL VIDEO EDITING
This course is a study of the editing process used in producing quality television. Students obtain hands-on epxerience in non-linear editing and familiarization with appropriate editing software.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 2133 or COMM 1803
Credits: 3
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COMM 2703 - PRODUCING FOR FILM
The course covers film production, from preparation to post-production, from the perspective of the independent film producer. This includes introductory workshops on the different departments, including technical areas such as grip, electric, and camera. Students learn how to break down and budget a script, schedule a shoot, create and fill out paperwork such as deal memos, call sheets, contracts, location scouting, and holding auditions.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite:
Credits: 3
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COMM 2803 - SITUATION COMEDY
This course provides an overview of, background of, and experience in production of a situation comedy. Topics include writing, producing, acting, directing, promoting, and musical scoring of a situation television comedy.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 2133, COMM 2163
Credits: 3
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COMM 3003 - MAGAZINE DESIGN & PRODUCTION
This course deals with the process of magazine planning, editing, designing, and distributing.
Credits: 3
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COMM 3013 - CREATIVE WRITING
Study and practice in narrative, poetical, and dramatic writing. The course includes reading and discussing student work in groups and in conferences with the instructor. This course is cross-referenced with ENGL 3733.
Credits: 3
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COMM 3021 - BROADCAST PRACTICUM
This course consists of working with video, audio, or radio productions at local production facilities or on campus. Prior experience in either television or radio is required.
Credits: 0.5
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COMM 3023 - SPORTS BROADCASTING I
This course provides the student with the knowledge of sports broadcast production techniques and exposure to production equipment. Additionally, the course provides the student with sports media production experience for fall sports.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 2133
Credits: 3.0
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COMM 3033 - SPORTS BROADCASTING II
This course provides the student with the knowledge of sports broadcast production techniques and exposure to production equipment. Additionally, the course provides the student with sports media production experience for spring sports.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 2133
Credits: 3.0
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COMM 3041 - PUBLICATION PUBLIC RELATIONS PRACTI
This course involves practical experience in journalism or public relations with campus publications or local organizations. It may be repeated for up to four hours of credit.
Credits: 1
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COMM 3043 - ART GALLERY EXHIBITIONS
This course gives students a thorough understanding of how a fine art gallery works. Students learn how to design, create, and market art exhibitions. They work with other university students as well as area artists to organize, install, handle, light, service, document, and de-install works of art.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 3051 - RADIO PRACTICUM
This course allows students to be involved in the various aspects of production and programming for Southeastern’s campus radio station or local stations. May be repeated up to four credits.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 2113. Corequisite: COMM 2113
Credits: 0.5
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COMM 3053 - PUBLIC RELATIONS THEORY AND RESEARCH
This course covers the role of public relations in persuasion from practical, historical, and theoretical standpoints. The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of the theoretical body of knowledge in public relations and its application to practice.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: COMM 2323 and COMM3533
Credits: 3
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COMM 3063 - COMMUNICATING LEADERSHIP
This course is an examination of the comprehensive role that communication plays in leadership. It includes selected aspects of communication to include broadcast, film, journalism, public relations, and theatre.
Credits: 3
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COMM 3073 - TYPOGRAPHY
This course covers the history, contextual applications, and contemporary developments of typography. Students learn typographic theory and apply typographic principles in various media. The study of typographic applications in various industries including advertising, editorial, promotional, and digital media are also included.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
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COMM 3083 - PAINTING II
This intermediate course in painting advances student’s implementation of the elements of art and principles of design as expressed through paint and mixed media, as a means toward creating a series of paintings exhibiting unique personal expression. The course uses the critique process regularly to clarify conceptual issues.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: COMM 2053
Credits: 3
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COMM 3113 - INTEGRATING FAITH IN LANG COMM ARTS
This course reviews central elements of a Christian worldview, examines the theoretical dimensions of prominent approaches to the language and communication arts, and explores ways to integrate Christian thought, principles, and values in the fields of la
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: ENGL 1233, COMM 1433, BIBL 1703, THEO 1313
Credits: 3
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COMM 3133 - ADVANCED ACTING
This course is an advanced study and practice in acting techniques that stresses the psychological, philosophical, and sociological aspects of acting. It is an advanced movement-based study that reinforces textual study, character, and performance.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 2343
Credits: 3
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COMM 3142 - AUDIO AND PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY I
A study of the production of music, audio, and multimedia content using computer technologies. Emphasis will be on the practical application of these technologies in a church setting.
Prerequisites & Notes
Cross-listed with MUSC 3142
Credits: 2
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COMM 3152 - AUDIO AND PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY II
A study of the application of audio and multimedia technologies in church and concert settings.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: COMM 3142. Corequisite: COMM 315L.
Cross-listed with MUSC 3152.
Credits: 2
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