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PSYC 2133 - THEORIES OF PERSONALITY
This course is an introduction to the study of personality formation. Major personality themes are critically examined. Students are introduced to the application of these theories in counseling and the treatment of mental illness.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 1133 or PSYC 1233
Credits: 3
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PSYC 2143 - CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY
This course provides students with an introduction to cross-cultural psychology including the theories and research methods associated with the field. The course examines the effect of culture on psychological processes, social interactions, and understandings of abnormality and wellness. The course includes self-evaluation as well as examination of other cultures.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 2233 - MARRIAGE AND FAMILY
The study of the major issues related to courtship, marriage, and family formation. Special attention is given to the social conditions influencing courtship, marriage, divorce, and family life. Topics include dating rituals, gender differences, expectations, parenting, family dysfunction, family violence, and strategies for sound relating. The role of family counselors and therapists is also discussed.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 1133 or PSYC 1233
Credits: 3
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PSYC 2333 - DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
This course studies human growth and development. Major theories are critically examined with special attention to their differential application in the understanding of human development and behavior.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 1133 or PSYC 2133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 2343 - CHILD & ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT
This course studies human growth and development, focusing on the prenatal period, infancy, childhood and adolescence. Particular attention is given to the interdependency of physical, cognitive, personality, and social aspects of development. Major theories are critically examined with special attention to their differential application in the understanding of development and behavior.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 1133 or PSYC 1233
Credits: 3
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PSYC 2353 - ADULT DEVELOPMENT AND AGING
This course is a study of the different processes of development in early, middle, and late adulthood. Particular attention is given to the interdependency of physical, cognitive, personality, and social aspects of development. Topics will include theories of aging, normative and non-normative physical changes, intellectual changes, and role changes, as well as meaning in late life, death, and dying.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2343
Credits: 3
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PSYC 2433 - HISTORY & SYSTEMS PSYCHOLOGY
This course is a study of the philosophical and scientific antecedents of modern psychology and the history of psychology as an independent scientific discipline. The historical roots of modern psychological theories are explored, as are the various schools of psychology such as behaviorism, Gestalt psychology, psychoanalysis, and phenomenological psychology.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 3003 - ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
A study of the nature, causes, and treatment of abnormal behavior including personality disorders, neuroses, psychoses, stress reaction and other dysfunctions. Elements contributing to mental health and well-integrated personality are also considered.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 1133 or PSYC 1233, PSYC 2133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 3043 - COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY
This course is an introduction to the study of cognitive psychology. Topics to be examined will include perception, attention, memory, language, problem solving and reasoning. Traditional views as well as current trends will be discussed.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 3052 - FIELD EXPERIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY
This course provides students with practical experience in a mental health, social service, educational psychology, or related setting under the supervision of a qualified in-service supervisor and a college supervisor. Placement must be approved by the course instructor.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133
Credits: 2
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PSYC 3103 - MARITAL AND FAMILY THERAPY
The study of counseling approaches to family problems, including the family systems approach. Issue areas explored include communication, role expectations, and sexual dysfunction. Various counseling techniques related to marital maladjustment are explored. Principal approaches to conjoint marital therapy and family therapy are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133 and PSYC 2233
Credits: 3
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PSYC 3433 - INTEGRATION SEMINAR - PSYCHOLOGY AND THEOLOGY
This course is a study of the contemporary evangelical efforts to integrate psychology and theology, focusing on the value of an integrative approach to both disciplines. Topics include behavior, cognition, emotion, and motivation. Junior or senior level standing required.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 1133 or 1233, PSYC 2133, BIOT 1133 or BINT 1233, and THEO 1313
Credits: 3
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PSYC 3533 - INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELING
This course is a study of various theoretical approaches to the practice of counseling and psychotherapy with normal and disturbed clients. Focus is on the psychoanalytic, cognitive, behavioral, and phenomenological approaches.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 3553 - INTRODUCTION TO CHILD AND ADOLESCENT COUNSELING
In this course, students will explore issues, theories, and applications related to understand and helping children and adolescents with social or emotional problems. Students will learn to assess behavior and incorporate ethically and legally appropriate strategies to meet the needs of counseling children and adolescents.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: PSYC 3533
Credits: 3
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PSYC 3633 - PROFESSIONAL/ETHICAL/LEGAL ISSUES
This course is an exploration of the development of professional self with emphasis on the changing ethical and legal context for practice. Approaches to counseling are explored with an emphasis on students’ development of professional style. Students explore issues of professional and personal values and ethics, personality, values, and interests.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 3533
Credits: 3
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PSYC 3733 - SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
This course is a survey of theories of interpersonal behavior and group dynamics emphasizing the influence of groups and group membership upon individual behavior. Topics include aggression, attitudes, attribution, conformity, altruism, communication, propaganda, morale, and other aspects of interpersonal relationships.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 4013 - THE PSYCHOLOGY OF LEADERSHIP-ART OF COMMUNICATION
This course is an investigation of leadership and communication styles as they relate to servant leadership in both the student’s personal and professional lives. This course will draw from the messages of Christian leaders presented at Southeastern University’s Leadership Forum.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 4033 - PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY
This course is a study of the physiological components of behavior. Topics include structure and function of the nervous system; theory of brain functions; and current problems, theories, and techniques in physiological psychology.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 1133 or PSYC 1233, PSYC 2133, and BIOL 1334
Credits: 3
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PSYC 4043 - DIAGNOSIS, ASSESSMENT & CASE MANAGEMENT
This course is an introduction to the skills needed for client diagnosis, assessment, and case management that are currently used in the helping professions. The course will focus on identifying pertinent information for preliminary assessment of a presenting problem, goal setting and contracting, monitoring for progress, and documenting sensitive client data. Topics will include individual psycho-social assessments, and family assessments.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 2133 and PSYC 3003
Credits: 3
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PSYC 4053 - WI: RESEARCH METHODS
This course deals with the application of various research methods of inquiry in application to theory and practice for the purpose of knowledge building and the development of best practice. Emphasis is on developing general research skills that can be applied within any area of psychology. The content of this course includes research design, quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, systematic evaluation of practice, and evaluation of theory. The focus is on the development of research and practice with individuals, groups, organizations, and communities.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 3633 or PSYC 4133
Credits: 3
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PSYC 4133 - STATISTICAL METHODS
This course studies the application of statistical methods to existing data. Topics include organizing and presenting data, descriptive and inferential measures, and interpreting statistical information. Emphasis will be on sampling, probability, hypothesis testing, and appropriate application of statistical tests.
Prerequisites & Notes
MATH 1213
Credits: 3
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PSYC 4233 - WI: EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY - SENIOR THESIS
This course enables students to utilize the skills involved in conducting and reporting empirical research in psychology. These skills include defining variables, forming hypotheses, designing experiments with controls to test hypotheses, analyzing the data, and reporting findings following APA guidelines.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 4053
Credits: 3
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SOWK 3033 - UNDERSTANDING HUMAN DIVERSITY
This course examines the complex nature of culture and personal identity, explores populations at-risk, and encourages students to understand and appreciate diversity. Specific knowledge of individual cultures, awareness of the patterns of oppression experienced by those cultures, and skills relevant to developing a culturally competent approach to working with diverse people groups are addressed.
Credits: 3
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SOWK 3303 - UNDERSTANDING HUMAN DIVERSITY
This course examines the complex nature of culture and personal identity, explores populations at-risk, and encourages students to understand and appreciate diversity. Specific knowledge of individual cultures, awareness of the patterns of oppression experienced by those cultures, and skills relevant to developing a culturally competent approach to working with diverse people groups are addressed.
Credits: 3
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SSCI 2133 - INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
This course is a study of social organization with a focus on organizations, institutions, and social forces that contribute to the formation and self-definition of a society. The development of social norms, culture, belief systems, and stratification are considered. Emphasis is placed on exploring the existence and perpetuation of social problems.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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SSCI 2233 - MARRIAGE AND FAMILY
This course is a study of the major issues related to courtship, marriage, and family formation. Special attention is given to the social conditions influencing courtship, marriage, divorce, and family life. Topics include dating rituals, gender differences, expectations, parenting, family dysfunction, family violence, and strategies for sound relating. The role of family counselors and therapists is also discussed.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSYC 1133 or PSYC 1233
Credits: 3
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AVIM 1003 - INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION TRANSPORTATION
This course introduces students to the aviation industry, its history, available career paths, major challenges, key private and governmental agencies, and the introductory skills and knowledge necessary to succeed within the industry.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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AVIM 1014 - AVIATION WEATHER AND ENVIRONMENT (W/LAB)
This course explores the physical properties of the atmosphere and how they affect the weather, with an emphasis on the factors affecting aviation. The course includes lab components including collecting and interpreting weather and climate data that impact the aviation and human environment.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 4
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AVIM 2003 - HUMAN FACTORS & RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
This course explores concepts of Crew Resource Management (CRM). Covers crew coordination, communication, and resource management in professional aviation. Subjects include the history of CRM, skills, psychological, and behavior markers associated with CRM, human error in aviation, and automation. Provides a general knowledge of team critical skills within the aviation industry.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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AVIM 2013 - AERODYNAMICS & AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
This course explores aerodynamics and aircraft systems that enable safe flight in a variety of configurations and environments. Emphases are on the forces that impact flight including lift, weight, thrust, and drag and the aircraft controls, propulsion and systems associated with flight.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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AVIM 3003 - US & GLOBAL AVIATION OPERATIONS
This course explores aviation and airline operations in the United States and globally. Attention is given to the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and airspace system for general and corporate aviation, commercial air carriers, and ground and air traffic operations. Other topics include business models and economic factors, aircraft acquisition, supply chain logistics, and operations.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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AVIM 3203 - AVIATION SAFETY & MANAGEMENT
This course examines general management principles with an emphasis on leadership, safety and accident prevention. Topics include aviation security, Safety Management Systems (SMS), aircraft accidents and investigations, and emergency services.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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AVIM 3403 - AVIATION REGULATIONS & LAW
This course provides an overview of constitutional law, administrative law, international law, and enforcement actions affecting aviation. While the courses emphasized the regulations impacting private and commercial air operations, consideration is given to aviation business law, the analysis of the aviation regulatory environments and processes, rulemaking, and legislation.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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AVIM 4003 - REGIONAL AIRLINE TRANSITION
This course replicates the initial training one can expect after being hired as a pilot for a regional air carrier. The course covers company indoctrination, policies, procedures for flight crews, airline regulations and aircraft systems. Emphasis is on mastering crew resource management, air carrier manual systems, safety management systems, general and emergency operating procedures, and aircraft systems prior to training in a full motion simulator. Students must apply for this course and be approved by the sponsoring regional airline.
Prerequisites & Notes
By Permission
Credits: 3
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AVIM 4013 - AVIATION PRACTICUM I
This course is an integrative learning experience, where the university partners with an organization to create experiential training in the aviation field. Practicum I provides students service learning opportunities which can include building flight hours or aviation management and operations. Special attention is given to the development of the student’s vocational interests and divine design. Completion of this course is equivalent to 120 hours of service learning engagement in addition to the completion of reflection assignments.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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AVIM 4023 - AVIATION PRACTICUM II
This course is an integrative learning experience, where the university partners with an organization to create experiential training in the aviation field. Practicum I provides students service learning opportunities which can include building flight hours or aviation management and operations. Special attention is given to the development of the student’s vocational interests and divine design. Completion of this course is equivalent to 120 hours of service learning engagement in addition to the completion of reflection assignments.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: AVIM 4013
Credits: 3
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AVIM 4141 - AVIATION MANAGEMENT CAPSTONE
This course is the capstone course for the major requirements and provides students the opportunity to synthesize and apply their learning in a simulated or real workplace context. Students develop a written reflection and portfolio of evidence of their readiness to enter the workforce in the aviation industry.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 1
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BBUS 1003 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS CONCEPTS
This course is an introduction to the key functions of business in the global economy. The course includes an overview of economics, accounting and finance, management, operations, marketing, and business planning. Students will also develop professional networking skills using social media.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 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
BPLE 1003
Credits: 3
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BBUS 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
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 1330 - SPREADSHEET FUNDAMENTALS EXEMPTION
This pass/fail course allows students to demonstrate spreadsheet fundamentals proficiency. It serves as a pre-requisite option for BBUS 2433 for students with prior domain knowledge.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 0
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BBUS 1333 - INTRO TO SPREADSHEETS
This course introduces spreadsheet design and development. Students structure data and work with formulas and reporting tools. The course provides hands-on experience with spreadsheet projects in business contexts.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None. Basic computer skills are assumed.
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2003 - DESIGN THINKING
This course provides an overview of the design thinking process and tools useful for business innovation. Emphasis is on developing an iterative approach to problem solving and explores a variety of design-based methodologies and tools.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2003 - DESIGN THINKING FOR BUSINESS
This course provides an overview of the design thinking process and tools useful for business innovation. Emphasis is on developing an iterative approach to problem solving and explores a variety of design-based methodologies and tools.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2113 - WI: BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
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 and presentations.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENGL 1233
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2113 - WI: 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
ENGL 1233
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2133 - ESSENTIALS OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
This course provides a survey of financial accounting and basic accounting statements.The focus is on the development of statements and the interpretation of this information for decision purposes in organizations.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2203 - INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS
This survey course introduces the basic concepts of economic reasoning including the essentials of microeconomics including supply and demand, elasticity, factors of production, price and output determination under various market structures, and market equilibrium. It also introduces macroeconomic measurements including GDP, unemployment, inflation and policy tools for business cycle stabilization.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2233 - ESSENTIALS OF MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
A survey and examination of the fundamental statements and models employed to make decisions in a managerial context. Relevant information relating to cost/volume/profit analysis, operational and capital budgeting are explored. The balanced scorecard methodology is introduced.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 2133 or equivalent
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2333 - DATA ANALYSIS USING SPREADSHEETS
This course uses raw data in spreadsheets to produce actionable information to drive management decisions. The course will focus on the data management resources available in standard spreadsheet software. Students will prepare to take the industry standard certification in spreadsheets.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 2433 - DATA MANAGEMENT AND ANALYSIS
In this course students will analyze, synthesize and evaluate actionable information to drive routine and ad hoc management decisions. The course provides an introduction to descriptive, inferential, predictive, and prescriptive data analytics using a spreadsheet.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 1333 Spreadsheet Fundamentals
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3003 - BUSINESS ANALYSIS ESSENTIALS
This course is an introduction to Business Analysis and provides an overview of the contents of the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK). The course provides focus on business analysis functions as they relate to the development of information technology solutions that meet specific business needs.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 1003 and BBUS 3853 (or permission)
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3103 - ESSENTIALS OF FINANCE
This course covers financial organization and the principles and practices of decision making involving acquiring and allocating capital, dividend policy, operating and financial leverage, financial markets and related topics.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 2233
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3143 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
This course is an introduction to project management and provides an overview of the contents of the Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). The course provides focus on business analysis functions as they relate to the development of information technology solutions that meet specific business needs.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 1003 and BBUS 3203
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3153 - GLOBAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
This course provides the knowledge and sensitivity required to successfully manage organizations within the global economy. It explores the geographic, political, social,economic, legal, and technological influences on international business. Theories of international trade and development will be explored with an emphasis on global business operations and strategy.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 1003
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3203 - WI: ESSENTIALS OF MANAGEMENT
This survey course introduces the theories of management and emphasizes the basic management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling organizations. The course emphasizes the functions of management with appropriate quantitative and behavioral concepts and encourages students to develop a set of professional ethics from a Christian world-view.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 1003
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3203 - WI: 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
BPLE 1003
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3303 - ESSENTIALS OF MARKETING
This course examines the structures, functions and behaviors of marketing systems. The basic exchange functions of pricing, product development and management, promotion and distribution are studied within the contexts of decision-making, consumer satisfaction, and the environments of business.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 1003
Credits: 3
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BBUS 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
BPLE 1003
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3403 - ESSENTIALS OF BUSINESS LAW
This course introduces the legal principles and US court system which applies to normal business transactions including contracts, torts, property, business structure, and important employment laws.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3403 - LEGAL CONCEPTS IN BUSINESS
This course discusses legal principles which apply to normal business transactions, contracts, agency, property, insurance, and torts.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3513 - BUSINESS ANALYTICS II
This course covers quantitative aspects of problem-solving and decision-making. This includes waiting lines, inventory, Markov process, probability, game-theory, forecasting, and linear programming. Emphasis is on practical quantitative and qualitative knowledge, skills, and abilities for the business major.
Prerequisites & Notes
MATH 1213 and MATH 2023
Credits: 3
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BBUS 3853 - ESSENTIALS OF MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
This course addresses the basics of information technology, information systems, and the management of information systems. Students apply abstract and systems thinking skills to design and implement an information system. Many course elements are completed int eams using online collaboration tools.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 4013 - BUSINESS ANALYSIS ADVANCED APPLICATION
This course requires students to apply the body of knowledge of business analysis outlined in Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK). The course uses case studies and real-world scenario to enhance student business analysis skills.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 3003 (or IIBA Academic Certificate in Business Analysis)
Credits: 3
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BBUS 4033 - ALTERNATIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT
This course introduces students to alternative project management techniques useful for the developing business solutions and increasing the productivity of business operations. Business Process Management, Lean, Six Sigma, Agile and Scrum approaches are covered in the course.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 1003 and BBUS 3203
Credits: 3
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BBUS 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 of business. Students prepare and present a case study to a related topic.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BBUS 4141 - BUSINESS SENIOR SEMINAR
This course reviews the fundamentals, principles and structure of the discipline-specific business administration programs and develops the student’s professional networking skills and resume.
Prerequisites & Notes
BBUS 4603 or taken within the last semester
Credits: 1
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BBUS 4603 - STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
This course is the capstone learning experience for the Bachelor of Business Administration. The course integrates separate functional activities necessary for the successful operation of an organization. Emphasis is placed upon policy formulation and implementation of a strategic plan by reviewing cases.
Prerequisites & Notes
All business core requirements and senior status
Credits: 3
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BBUS 4903 - BUSINESS INTERNSHIP
This course is a supervised, structured work experience designed to augment and develop practical experience in conjunction with regular coursework. Participants are strongly encouraged to utilize this option to explore potential career paths.
Prerequisites & Notes
Approval of the Director of the Bachelor of Business Administration
Credits: 3
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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
None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 1133 - INFORMATION SYSTEMS CONCEPTS
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
None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 1203 - ENTREPRENEURSHIP BOOTCAMP
This is an immersive course of study in the art and science of designing and operating a new venture. The entrepreneurial mindset will be examined as a perspective for identifying economically viable opportunities to solve problems and serve human needs. Students will create and pitch a business plan for either a viable for-profit and social enterprise as a key outcome to this course.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 2023 - BUSINESS LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM I
This course is an integrative learning experience, where the university partners with extension sites or local organizations to create experiential training. Practicum I provides students service learning opportunities and interaction with a mentor. Special attention is given to the development of the students vocational interests and divine design. Practicum I provides the framework for practicums II through the V. Completion of this course is equivalent to 90 hours of service learning engagement in addition to the completion of assignments.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 2123 - PRINCIPLED LEADERSHIP
This course will examine patterns and styles of leadership in a business environment from Christian perspectives. Special attention will be given to the development of a leaders personal life, spiritual formation, personal ethics, and decision-making, while integrating faith, learning, and work.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENGL 1233
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
BPLE 2123
Credits: 3
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BPLE 3023 - BUSINESS LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM II
This course is an integrative learning experience, where the university partners with extension sites or local organizations to create experiential training. Practicum I provides students service learning opportunities and interaction with a mentor. This course focuses on student’s vocational calling, God’s will and professional experience as it relates to vocation and leadership traits. Completion of this course is equivalent to 90 hours of service learning engagement in addition to the completion of assignments. This course may be taken twice for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
Practicum I
Credits: 3
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BPLE 3123 - BUSINESS LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM III
This course is an integrative learning experience, where the university partners with extension sites or local organizations to create experiential training. Practicum III provides students service learning opportunities and interaction with a mentor. This course focuses on developing a biblical worldview related to vocation, developing vocational skills, implementing work-life balance strategies, and how to live a life of servant leadership. Completion of this course is equivalent to 90 hours of service learning engagement in addition to the completion of assignments. This course may be taken twice for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
Practicum II
Credits: 3
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BPLE 4023 - BUSINESS LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM IV
This course is an integrative learning experience, where the university partners with extension sites or local organizations to create experiential training. Practicum IV provides students service learning opportunities and interaction with a mentor. This course focuses on advanced vocational skill development which may include industry certification, the role of emotional intelligence in the workplace, and how to lead in a variety of settings. Completion of this course is equivalent to 90 hours of service learning engagement in addition to the completion of assignments. This course may be taken twice for credit.
Prerequisites & Notes
Practicum III
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. Students prepare and present a case study.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BPLE 4123 - BUSINESS LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM V
This course is an integrative learning experience, where the university partners with extension sites or local organizations to create experiential training. Practicum V provides students advanced service learning opportunities and interaction with a mentor. This course focuses on refining vocational skills oriented to obtaining an entry-level job. Students will develop strategies to withstand financial, emotional, physical, and spiritual pressures that will challenge their workplace success in a chosen careers. Completion of this course is equivalent to 90 hours of service learning engagement in addition to the completion of assignments.
Prerequisites & Notes
Practicum IV
Credits: 3
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BPLE 4141 - SENIOR PROFESSIONAL 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 leadership profile as they relate to the workplace. A written reflection and portfolio of evidence are required.
Prerequisites & Notes
All major courses or permission
Credits: 1
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BPLE 4903 - INTERNSHIP
This course is a supervised, structured work experience designed to augment and develop practical experience in conjunction with regular coursework. Participants are strongly encouraged to utilize this option to explore potential career paths.
Prerequisites & Notes
Approval by the Director of the Bachelor of Professional Leadership
Credits: 3
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BUSI 1903 - PERSONAL FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
This course covers personal financial stewardship from a Christian perspective. Biblical truths are used to help build a financial stewardship plan. Topics include cash flow management, use of credit, investing as a steward, and life planning.
Credits: 3
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BUSI 2103 - MACROECONOMICS
This course will cover basic concepts of supply and demand, production possibilities, the circular flow concept and related topics of GDP, inflation, and employment/unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy, and the workings of the monetary system.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENGL 1233
Credits: 3
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BUSI 2203 - MICROECONOMICS
This survey course develops the concepts of individual economics units, such as households, firms, and industries. In this study, topics will include economic behaviors relating to spending, saving, investment, labor economics, and prices.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: ENGL-1233 - English Composition II
Credits: 3
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BUSI 3403 - BUSINESS LAW I
A study of legal principles which apply to normal business transactions, contracts, agency, property, insurance, wills and trusts, and torts are among the topics discussed.
Prerequisites & Notes
Recommended: complete all pre-business core
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5003 - MBA PRINCIPLES
This course is a survey and examination of the fundamental cycles and operations of managerial accounting, managerial economics, and quantitative methods. It includes analysis, interpretation and application of financial principles for organizational decision-making. Students will review supply, demand, and elasticity principles; study how firms should price products and the power of incentives; examine how firms apply time value, and use probability and statistical concepts.
Prerequisites & Notes
Admission to the MBA program
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5333 - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
This course presents an analysis of the impact of geographic, political, social, economic, legal, and technological influences on international businesses. It also examines how businesses operate in an international environment composed of different political and cultural traditions, and different governmental institutions. It also studies the opportunities and constraints for adjusting and accommodating to varying national requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: BUSI 5003
Credits: 3
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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
MATH 2023 or equivalent
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5503 - ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE FOR MANAGERS
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 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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CTIS 3613 - DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
This course is designed to teach the use of data management systems as well as the design of databases for proper storage of data and meaningful retrieval of information. Modern database models and database management systems will be used.
Prerequisites & Notes
CTIS 1133
Credits: 3
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LDRS 2123 - PRINCIPLED LEADERSHIP
The student 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
None
Credits: 3
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LDRS 2133 - THE ART OF SELF LEADERSHIP
This course provides students an opportunity to reflect on self leadership teachings from various authors and speakers. Students will contribute to the body of public knowledge regarding self-leadership. They will identify and develop the self-disciplines and behaviors that are essential for successful leadership.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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LDRS 2223 - LEADERSHIP THEORY AND PRACTICE
This course focuses upon the theoretical development and challenges of effective leadership by reviewing the historical development of various leadership theories. This includes leader traits, skills, and behaviors; models; and other approaches to leadership.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENGL 1233
Credits: 3
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LDRS 3003 - WI: 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
LDRS 2123, LDRS 2223, or BUSI 3203
Credits: 3
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LDRS 3033 - LEADERSHIP AND HUMAN DIVERSITY
This course examines the complex nature of leadership, culture and personal identity, explores populations at-risk, and encourages students to understand and appreciate diversity. Specific knowledge of leadership as it relates to individual cultures, awareness of the patterns of oppression experienced by those cultures, and skills relevant to developing a culturally competent approach to working with diverse people groups are addressed.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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LDRS 3133 - FRAMEWORKS FOR COLLABORATION
This course provides students an opportunity to identify and reflect on teachings related to teamwork and collaborative leadership. Students will contribute to the body of public knowledge regarding collaborative leadership. They will identify frameworks for collaboration that lead successful leadership in their context.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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LDRS 3183 - ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY AND BEHAVIOR
This course is a study of behavioral science theory and practice exploring management, leadership, motivation, group dynamics, relations and organizational system. Topics will concentrate on applying organizational resources for optimal efficiency.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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LDRS 4013 - LEADERSHIP FORUM
The course acquaints students to contemporary authors, speakers, managers and professionals who are recognized as successful leaders across various disciplines. Students will synthesize their writings and reflect on their own leadership skills, traits and behaviors as they apply to their ability to manage in a global economy.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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