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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 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
Prerequisite: ENGL-1233 - English Composition II
Credits: 3
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BUSI 3043 - FUND DEVELOPMENT FOR THE NONPROFIT
This course explores the fundamentals of effective resource development as they pertain to nonprofit organizations. Students will obtain a broad understanding of fundraising methodologies and techniques that include obtaining and managing grants, corporate gifts, individual donors including major gifts and planned giving, capital campaigns, and uses of mass media for fundraising. In addition, strategic planning and marketing communications skills necessary to gain support for non-profit organizations and their programs will be discussed.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BUSI 3053 - NONPROFIT ADVOCACY AND COLLABORATION
This course will explore how nonprofit leaders can work productively with governments, businesses and citizens to develop and maintain sound public policies that serve the interests of their organizations, their constituents, and the public. The course will emphasize strategic planning, framing public problems and developing policy proposals, building effective partnerships and advocacy campaigns, empowering constituencies and complying with lobbying and political regulations.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BUSI 3063 - NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT
This course is designed for students seeking a better understanding of how to manage a nonprofit organization. Topics covered will include best practices for managing boards, employees, volunteers, the fund development process and budgets. Additionally, this class will include topics such as an overview of strategic planning, performance metrics, and the IRS guidelines that nonprofit organizations must comply with in order to maintain their status.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BUSI 4073 - NONPROFIT FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP
This course is designed to give students a working knowledge of the creation and interpretation of financial statements for a nonprofit organization. Students will study best practices for making fiscally responsible decisions in a nonprofit environment as well as the leadership skills necessary to execute effective financial leadership.
Prerequisites & Notes
BUSI 2103 or BUSI 2203
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 5050 - MBA ORIENTATION SEMINAR
This course is an online seminar introducing the MBA program. It is intended to orient students and prepare them to successfully complete the program. Students will be tested on their business knowledge in the areas of accounting, finance, management, and marketing by taking the MBA program pretest.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA program.
Credits: 0
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BUSI 5063 - FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
This course provides an introduction to financial accounting and basic accounting statements. Focus is on business records, the collection of financial data, the development of statements and the interpretation of this information. Extensive work is done on quatitative problem solving and analysis for thorough financial decision making.
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5103 - BUSINESS ANALYTICS AND STATISTICS WITH SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
This course uses raw data in spreadsheets along with probability theory and statistical analysis tools to produce actionable information to drive management decisions. The course will focus on the data management resources available in standard spreadsheets and the statistical theories needed to use data to make actionable decisions.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5113 - MARKETING MANAGEMENT
This course provides a managerial approach to the study of marketing, develops managerial perspective and analytical ability in solving marketing problems. It deals with the management challenge of designing and implementing the best combination of marketing variables to carry out a firm’s strategy in its target markets. Special consideration is given to ethical concerns in the design and implementation of marketing strategy.
Prerequisites & Notes
BUSI 5003
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5203 - RISK MANAGEMENT AND GOVERNANCE IN BUSINESS
This course examines the most significant areas of risk management and law relevant to the various segments of Business. Specific concepts will focus on developments in negligence law, contract law, and constitutional law. Legal and risk considerations will be explored as related to managing operations, including facilities and events, transportation, crowd control, and crisis situations, which create the framework for developing risk management strategies that will assist managers in setting guidelines, policies, plans, and procedure.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5213 - ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
This course presents a critical review of the theory, research, and practice related to the human factor of production, including concepts influencing communication, decision-making, leadership group, cohesiveness, and productivity.
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5223 - ETHICS STEWARDSHIP & LEGAL ENV BUSINESS
This course examines the expansion of traditional common law constraints affecting business management as well as the proliferation of regulatory and statutory constraints beginning with the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890 and continuing with the quantum increase in such legislation during the early 1930’s and thereafter. Through course materials and case analysis, this class familiarizes students with identification and management of legal risks confronting business managers.
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5233 - CURRENT ISSUES IN BUSINESS
This course is offered to include current and future dynamics within the modern business organization. Focus will be on any number of areas, including but not limited to: labor relations, total quality management, reengineering, core competencies, workforce diversity, entrepreneurship, and manufacturing. The thrust of the course will vary from class to class allowing flexibility in discussing current and future trends in business in the 21st century.
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5323 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP
This is an applied course in concepts and techniques used in the design and implementation of management-information systems and decision support systems. It provides in-depth knowledge of computer technology, including recent developments in both computer hardware and software packages used to solve management problems.
Prerequisites & Notes
CTIS 1133 recommended for students without a computer background
Credits: 3
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BUSI 5333 - GLOBAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
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
BUSI 5003
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 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 5443 - STUDY ABROAD
This course is a two-week study abroad seminar that provides insight into topics such as Business Management, International Relations, Politics, Communication, Law, and Economics. Students will be able to choose a track based on the topics they are most interested in studying.
Prerequisites & Notes
Admission to the MBA program
Credits: 3
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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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CHEM 121L - INTRO TO CHEMISTRY LAB
This course is a laboratory course to accompany NSCI 1213.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: None; Corequisite: NSCI 1213
Credits: 1
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CHEM 1213 - INTRO TO CHEMISTRY
This course is an introduction to basic concepts of general chemistry, periodic properties of elements and compounds, basic atomic-molecular structure, and properties of substances and reactions related to gas laws. (This course meets general education requirements for non-science majors only).
Prerequisites & Notes
Corequisite: CHEM 121L
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1214 - INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY LECTURE/LAB
This course is an introduction to basic concepts of general chemistry, periodic properties of elements and compounds, basic atomic-molecular structure, and properties of substances and reactions related to gas laws.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 4
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CORE 1001 - COLLEGE AND CHRISTIAN CALLING
This course serves as an introduction to the mission of Southeastern University and the academic tradition of liberal arts education. The course prepares students for academic and social success by focusing on the areas of success factors for higher education, Christian higher education as calling, and personal and spiritual formation.
Credits: 1
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CORE 1001 - COLLEGE AND CHRISTIAN CALLING
This course serves as an introduction to the mission of Southeastern University and the academic tradition of liberal arts education. The course prepares students for academic and social success by focusing on the areas of success factors for higher education, Christian higher education as calling, and personal and spiritual formation.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 1
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CORE 1101 - CLASSICAL EDUCATION AND CHRISTIAN VOCATION
This course serves as an introduction to the academic tradition of liberal arts education as it emerged from the classical tradition. The course prepares students for success in higher education by focusing on the foundations of higher education, Christian higher education as calling, and personal and spiritual formation.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 1
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CORE 2013 - HUMAN DIVERSITY AND CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY
Students are introduced to current issues in human diversity and challenged to respond to them creatively and empathetically as 21st century Christians. Writing Intensive.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: ENGL 1233 English Composition II
Credits: 3
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CORE 3003 - CREATING THRIVING COMMUNITIES
This course explores the role of believers in creating thriving communities—communities where people and institutions labor together for the common good of all. Students will engage the idea of thriving communities by reflecting on relevant concepts from biblical studies, theological studies, and social sciences. The course will give attention to particular historical and contemporary instances of thriving communities.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CRIM 2003 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND THE CHRISTIAN
This course will cover topics that pertain to both the fields of Criminal Justice and Christian Theology, requiring students to examine crime and punishment through the eyes of Jesus Christ. Topics will be predicated on current events, new developments, and the interests of criminal justice majors and professionals.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CRIM 2203 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
This course covers the origin, evolution, and daily operation of the criminal justice system in the United States. Relationships between law enforcement, the court system, and corrections are studied.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CRIM 2223 - INTRODUCTION TO CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATIONS
This course provides an overview of crime scene response. Students will have the opportunity to perform hands-on exercises utilizing techniques performed by crime scene investigators to include sketching and photographing crime scenes, writing reports, collecting and packaging evidence, processing scenes and evidence for latent prints, and courtroom testimony. Advanced crime scene processing techniques will also be demonstrated.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CRIM 2503 - HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
This course will cover investigating a homicide, the major law enforcement officers involved in the investigation, and the basics of preparing the case for trial.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CRIM 2704 - INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC SCIENCE LECTURE/LAB
This course is an overview of the application of forensic science, how it applies to the criminal justice system, and an overview of forensic lab techniques with an emphasis on physical evidence recovery and analysis including trace evidence, blood splatter, fingerprinting, and DNA analysis. This course is designed to provide students an understanding of the techniques and abilities of forensic science with regard to investigative and criminalistic activities. This course meets the science (with lab) general education requirement and the specialized needs of the Criminal Justice program.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 4
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CRIM 3203 - WI: SOCIOLOGY OF POLICING
This course will cover the history, evolution and structure of policing in the United States. Popular innovations in policing and law enforcement will be emphasized. Special attention to conflicts and imperatives which define police officers’ roles and the character of police work will be discussed along with careers and hiring practices by law enforcement agencies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CRIM 2203
Credits: 3
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CRIM 3223 - WI: RESEARCH IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course is a writing intensive course that examines of the fundamental research methods in the field of criminal justice. This includes: the development of research questions and research design, methods of data collection, data analysis, and reporting results.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENGL 1233 (English Composition II)
Credits: 3
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CRIM 3303 - JUVENILE DELINQUENCY
This course covers the types of delinquency as well as supporting theories. Particular attention will be given to the role of family, school, and the peer group in promoting delinquency. The effects of social institutions on delinquency, prevention, and control are also studied. The juvenile justice system is compared to the adult system and the social consequences of delinquency are studied. This course will provide students with the tools to analyze and evaluate juvenile justice policies and programs.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CRIM 2203
Credits: 3
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CRIM 3403 - AMERICAN CRIMINAL COURTS
This course examines the court system in the United States and provides an introduction to the many elements of the judicial process. Major topics include: the role of the courts, trial procedures, role of decision makers in the court system, the distinctions between civil and criminal systems, the alternatives available to the accused prior to trial proceedings, and public policy as it relates to the court system.
Prerequisites & Notes
CRIM 2203
Credits: 3
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CRIM 3503 - ETHICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course is an examination of the historical and philosophical background of the field of ethics, specifically professional ethics in the criminal justice system. The curriculum includes an examination of ethical theories and the relationship and ethical dilemmas faced by professionals within the criminal justice system.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CRIM 3603 - CORRECTIONS AND PUNISHMENT
This course is an introduction to the corrections system in the United States and will provide an overview of the history, current institutional practices, policies, and legal issues. There is an emphasis on contemporary conditions and alternatives to traditional responses to crime and an exploration of the principles and practices of correctional options afforded to offenders in various types of settings. Topics covered include incarceration, deterrence, rehabilitation, retribution, and system reform.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CRIM 2203
Credits: 3
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CRIM 3803 - CRITICAL ISSUES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course is a study of current issues and debates that affect the criminal justice system. The curriculum includes an examination and discussion on all aspects and viewpoints of the critical issues faced by professionals within the criminal justice system. Topics for discussion include but are not limited to: public policy implications, media’s involvement in the criminal justice system, diversity, workforce generations, criminal justice training, terrorism, shift in types of crime and prevention, and public perceptions of criminal justice professionals.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CRIM 2203
Credits: 3
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CRIM 4203 - THEORY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course covers an analysis of how crime affects society. Prevention and control of criminal behavior are based on theoretical models. Several of these models are examined as they relate to the day-to-day functions of the police, courts, and corrections.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CRIM 2203
Credits: 3
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CRIM 4303 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE SENIOR SEMINAR
This course is designed as the capstone learning experience for all Criminal Justice majors. The course will integrate activities into a comprehensive understanding of the integrative nature of the criminal justice system. Emphasis is on policy evaluation, career options, and member training for a criminal justice agency.
Prerequisites & Notes
All Criminal Justice core requirements and senior status
Credits: 3
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CRIM 4403 - CRIMINAL LAW
This course examines the core philosophies of criminal law, including both substantive and procedural elements. There is an emphasis on the theoretical foundations and principles of criminal law, state and federal criminal statutes, and court decisions. Discussions will also focus on the various criminal defenses.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CRIM 4903 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE INTERNSHIP
This elective course requires work experience, on and/or off campus, in an organization providing on-the-job training in criminal justice including state approved police academies. The intern will be supervised by a faculty coordinator and a supervisor in the organization and will report work experience through written and verbal reports to the faculty coordinator. Internships are calculated at the rate of 50 hours of experience for 1 credit hour and a student may earn up to 15 credits. Police Academy credits are accepted as Internship credit. However, if the student changes majors, the credit does not transfer.
Prerequisites & Notes
Department chair approval required
Credits: 3
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CRIS 5003 - CRISIS AWARENESS
This course will provide students with an examination of the foundation of theoretical concepts and practical applications of crisis awareness, focusing on preparedness before, during, and after the crisis.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CRIS 5013 - CRISIS COMMUNICATION
This course will examine the history, theory and development of crisis communication. The course will also analyze the crisis communication process before, during, and after the crisis, focusing on the most effective ways to communicate in response to the different types of crises.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CSEC 1001 - SECURITY FOUNDATIONS
This course helps students gain a fundamental understanding of security concepts that will be used throughout the Cyber Security track. Topics covered include basic security concepts, threat actors and attributes, organizational security, policy, procedures and frameworks, security controls business impact analysis, risk management, incident response and disaster recovery.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 1011 - NETWORKING FOUNDATIONS
This course provides instruction in technical skills required in network administration and support. This course includes information on media, topologies, protocols and standards, network support, and the knowledge and skills to sit for network certification.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: CSEC 1001
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 1021 - SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION
This course covers system administration basics and also provides a security orientated perspective. This course includes general system administration information on installing and configuring network components, OS familiarity, and some scripting. Additional topics include threats, vulnerabilities, secure protocols and secure system design.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSEC 1011
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 2001 - NETWORK DEFENSE
This course gives students an overview of the various hardware and software tools available to defend a network against attack. Students use various tools to assess the security posture of an organization and understand the possible impact of various vulnerabilities. Additionally, this course covers the concepts of penetration testing and vulnerabilities testing.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSEC 1021
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 2011 - CRYPTOGRAPHY AND ACCESS MANAGEMENT
This course covers the different methodologies and concepts of cryptography and access management. Students are exposed to different cryptography algorithms used to ensure safe transmission, storage, and use of sensitive data. Students also learn how to implement various access management controls and account management practices.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSEC 2001
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 2021 - LOGGING AND MONITORING
This course gives students the knowledge and skills needed to properly analyze and interpret various security related logs produced by different security related technologies. This focuses on standard logs and intrusion detection and prevention systems. Students also gain a basic understanding of forensics analysis and are presented with such related topics as chain of authority.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSEC 2001
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 3001 - PROGRAMMING FOUNDATIONS
This course gives students programming foundations in languages utilized in the industry. This course also provides a secure foundation upon which students can build upon as they progress through the program.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSEC 2011 and CSEC 2021
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 3011 - WEB APPLICATION SECURITY AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT
This course teaches students about web application security and project management and is intended to be an introduction to these key concepts. Students learn the mindset, discipline, and methods for securing a software project and traditional project management concepts with a focus on agile software development methodology. Students complete this course with both a theoretical model and specific technical knowledge.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSEC 2011 and CSEC 2021
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 3021 - THREATS AND VULNERABILITIES
This course provides students with an in-depth look at the various threats and vulnerabilities faced by every organization and technology user. It includes those threats and vulnerabilities related to hardware, software, and people, including a detailed review of social engineering as used by various threat actors. Students will be able to identify and compare several types of attacks and related impacts.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSEC 2011 and CSEC 2021
Credits: 1.5
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CSEC 4004 - GROUP PROJECT - CYBER SECURITY
This course combines each part of the program into a group project for the student. Each student will work together as a team member for the group project, which includes daily scrum meetings to cover tasks and progress while working separately to complete them. The final group project is due at the end of the course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: CSEC 3001, CSEC 3011, CSEC 3021
Credits: 4
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CTIS 3433 - 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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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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DATA 1001 - BASIC STATISTICS
This course helps students gain a fundamental understanding of statistical concepts that will be used throughout the Data Science program. Topics covered include probability, data types, common distributions, common descriptive statistics, and statistical inference.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 1.5
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DATA 1011 - STATISTICAL PROGRAMMING
This course teaches students how to load R and R Studio onto their PC. Students then learn basic scripting commands and will be introduced to a vast library of functions to perform various statistical analyses.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: DATA 1001
Credits: 1.5
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DATA 1021 - PROGRAMMING FOUNDATIONS - DATA SCIENCE
This course gives students programming foundations in languages utilized in the industry. This course also provides a secure foundation upon which students can build upon as they progress through the program.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DATA 1011
Credits: 1
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DATA 2001 - DATABASES
This course is an introduction to working with and designing databases. Students develop a foundational knowledge of database concepts, theory, and an overview of the various implementations and architectures.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DATA 1021
Credits: 1.5
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DATA 2011 - DATA WRANGLING AND VISUALIZATION
This course is designed to help students understand that the heavy lifting in any analysis happens before the analytical procedure starts. Data wrangling is the process of changing the structure and format of raw data until the data are compatible with sometimes rigid requirements for analysis. Data wrangling also includes a quick sanity check of data quality. Data visualization gives students an understanding and appreciation of the power in representing data graphically.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DATA 2001
Credits: 1.5
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DATA 2021 - INTERMEDIATE STATISTICS
This course is designed to teach students about hypothesis testing under multiple scenarios. Students will be able to determine which hypothesis test to utilize and be able to perform that test. Students will also learn to identify and verify the data requirements for each hypothesis test.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DATA 2001
Credits: 1.5
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DATA 3001 - MACHINE LEARNING AND MODELING
This course introduces students to several commonly used machine learning methods. Students learn how to determine the best methods for a given set of data and how to use common software tools to utilize these methods.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DATA 2011 and DATA 2021
Credits: 1.5
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DATA 3011 - METRICS AND DATA PROCESSING
This course will prepare students to be able to create new metrics that directly answer or monitor business questions. This module will also teach the theory and practice of statistical process control. Upon completion of this module, students will be equipped to help businesses monitor their processes and know when a process is out of control and needs to be fixed.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DATA 2011 and DATA 2021
Credits: 1.5
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DATA 3021 - INTRODUCTION TO BIG DATA
This course introduces students to Big Data on a conceptual level and gives students exposure and practice with several skills and tools currently in use. These skills are taught at a manageable level, and then scale-up methods will be used to help students grasp the meaning and popularity of analyzing substantial amounts of data. Students learn the foundational concepts of Big Data and will know how to move from Big Data basics to more business-specific needs and requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DATA 2011 and DATA 2021
Credits: 1
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DATA 4004 - GROUP PROJECT - DATA SCIENCE
This course combines each part of the program into a group project for the student. Each student will work together as a team member for the group project, which includes daily scrum meetings to cover tasks and progress while working separately to complete them. The final group project is due at the end of the course.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DATA 3001, DATA 3011, DATA 3021
Credits: 4.5
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DCOM 1433 - FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH
This course is a study in both theory and practice in the principles of effective speech development and presentation.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 1433 - FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH
This course is a study in both theory and practice in the principles of effective speech development and presentation.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 1533 - SURVEY OF DIGITAL MEDIA AND DESIGN
This course surveys the field of digital media and design in order to prepare students for academic and professional paths in digital media and design. Topics include the history and contemporary applications of digital media and design as well as practical, introductory examples of digital media and design.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 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, photo-journalism, photography ethics, as well as portrait, landscape, and event photography.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 2043 - COLOR THEORY
This course advances students’ understanding of color through formal exercises. Students build a vocabulary for examining and recognizing color and learn how color theories are applied in various professional fields.
Prerequisites & Notes
DCOM 1533
Credits: 3
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DCOM 2083 - INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
This course surveys theory and research related to interpersonal communication as it explores effective dyadic communication in family, social, and work environments. Considered are such topics as the development of self-concept, perception, emotions, verbal and nonverbal communication, listening strategies, and managing conflict and power in light of biblical and theological teachings.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 2093 - CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION
This course introduces the fundamental topics, theories, theorists, cultural values models, concepts, and themes of intercultural communication. Students will not only appreciate differences and similarities between cultures but will be able to apply this knowledge in order to better operate and communicate effectively in other cultures.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 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
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 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
ENGL 1233
Credits: 3
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DCOM 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.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3003 - MAGAZINE DESIGN AND PRODUCTION
This course deals with the process of magazine planning, editing, designing, and distributing.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3023 - CROSS CULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS AND COMPASSION
The need to communicate across multiple cultures is an increasingly critical requirement in today’s multicultural environment, where national boundaries provide minimal isolation and face-to-face communication is replaced by technological connections. Students’ own philosophies and worldviews provide a foundation upon which techniques and approaches for communications are explored.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3033 - ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION
This course introduces students to the fundamental topics, theories, theorists, ethical frameworks, and functions of organizational communication. Students will analyze the principles and benefits of effective organizational communication while assessing case studies and their own communication within organizational networks. This knowledge can be applied to better operate and communicate effectively in organizations.
Prerequisites & Notes
DCOM 2083 and DCOM 2093
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3043 - DRAWING FOR DESIGNERS
This course introduces design students to the elements, principles, and practices of drawing which are relevant to graphic design contexts. Through experiential, practical training, students learn how to effectively draw while using the appropriate tools, materials, and methods. The course stresses visual thinking, creativity, skill development, critical analysis, and problem solving.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3053 - UI/UX DESIGN
In this practical, project-based course, students explore the principles and practices of user interface and user experience design for digital platforms, including social media, smartphones and tablets. This course teaches the history, principles, tools, and best practices of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design. Students use a human-centered design process to understand users and design digital tools that are intuitive to use and create a pleasant user experience.
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: DCOM 2043
Credits: 3
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DCOM 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 is also included.
Prerequisites & Notes
DCOM 1533
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3113 - INTEGRATING FAITH IN LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION 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 language.
Prerequisites & Notes
THEO 2123
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3153 - INTERPRETING NARRATIVES AND IDEOLOGIES
This course concentrates on how the mass media create and deliver stories to impact individuals and society. Students study narrative theory, media ethics, and criticism models. Emphasis is given to understanding what Hollywood teaches theologically, how mass media stories shape modern culture, and then how students must analyze their own media consumption and create stories for moral purposes.
Prerequisites & Notes
DCOM 3533 (Mass Communication Theory)
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3333 - WI: WRITING FOR THE MASS MEDIA
This course focuses on writing skills for the mass media, including print, broadcast, documentary, and online journalism as well as public relations and advertising. It includes instruction on interviewing, research, and copy editing for various media and story formats.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENGL 1233
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3523 - DIGITAL LAYOUT AND DESIGN
This course provides instruction in the practical skills and theoretical considerations used in the layout and design of various media productions.
Prerequisites & Notes
None.
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3533 - MASS COMMUNICATION THEORY
This course is an in-depth study of the development of the various theoretical approaches to understanding the impact and effects of mass communication on individuals, groups, and the culture as well as their practical applications within the media professions.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENGL 1233 English Composition II
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3793 - DIGITAL MARKETING AND ANALYTICS
This course introduces students to the changing world of digital marketing. The purpose of the course is to prepare students to create digital marketing pieces and campaigns in order to reach customers and promote their organizations or businesses. It explores key marketing principles that are applicable to traditional and emerging technologies while providing students the chance to get practical experience using the major advertising, communication, and analytics tools available for both targeted and mass marketing efforts.
Prerequisites & Notes
None.
Credits: 3
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DCOM 3823 - WEB PAGE DESIGN
This course is designed to prepare the student for the design of pages and sites on the World Wide Web. Included will be techniques for designing effective, aesthetically pleasing, and user-friendly interfaces by applying proper color coordination and easy to understand navigational techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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DCOM 4001 - COMMUNICATION SEMINAR
This course readies the future communication professional for the job market by providing career advice on networking, interviewing, job searching, and the production of job application materials.
Prerequisites & Notes
None.
Credits: 1
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