2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions-SGCS
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Course Numbering System
The number of the course designates the level or classification a student must have to take the course. Some courses have prerequisites that must be completed before enrolling in those courses.
000 — Not available for degree credit
100 — Introductory or basic freshman-level courses
200 — Sophomores and qualified freshmen
300 — Juniors and qualified sophomores
400 — Seniors and qualified juniors
500 — Graduates, qualified seniors
600 — Graduates only
700 — Graduates only
800 — Graduates only
900 — Doctoral students only
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School of Graduate and Continuing Studies
Accounting
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ACC 306 - Financial Accounting for Business
3 hours
A theoretical and practical analysis of principles, techniques, and uses of accounting in the planning and control of business organizations. Topics include a review of the accounting cycle and financial statements, effects upon General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), time value of money concepts, accounting for cash, receivables, inventory, property, and equipment, and intangible assets. Emphasis is placed on the use of the computer as a tool to provide critical information for decision making. CS -
ACC 407 - Managerial Accounting and Decision Making
3 hours
The primary emphasis of this course is on the role of accounting in the processes of management decision-making for planning and control. Topics include relevant cost analysis, standard costing, and analysis of variances; budgeting and responsibility accounting, and planned capital expenditures. CS
Biblical Literature
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BIB 105 - Introduction to Christianity
3 hours
This course is designed to explore the beliefs and practices of the Christian faith, providing insight for both the learner who is a Christian believer and the learner who may have had only cursory previous contact with the Christian faith. Topics to be addressed include the meaning of faith, the understanding of salvation, the personal and corporate disciplines that foster spiritual life, the believer’s relationship to other Christians and the Christian church, the formative place of Scripture in spiritual life and basic beliefs about the afterlife.
GER: Christianity CS -
BIB 110 - Introduction to World Religions
3 hours
In this age of social media and instant news, the world is getting smaller and seemingly more diverse. More so than ever, our neighbors and co-workers hold religious beliefs different from our own, and as a result we are more aware of the need to be culturally competent, daily practicing sensitivity and respect. The Introduction to World Religions course will provide a basic overview of the religious faiths and practices of Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Judaism, comparing their basic beliefs about God, creation, scriptures, salvation, and the afterlife. This course will be taught from an evangelical Christian perspective, and Christianity will be the foundational benchmark to which the other religions are compared.
GER: Intercultural Understanding CS -
BIB 215 - Understanding the Bible
3 hours
This course is a survey of the Bible with particular emphasis on the interpretation and application of biblical passages. It is designed to foster a knowledge and understanding of the Bible in relation to personal and professional contexts.
GER: Christianity CS -
BLIT 601 - The Ancient World
3 hours
This course focuses on the historical, philosophical, political, cultural, and social contexts in which and to which the Biblical texts were written. Particular attention is given to the comparative study of selected topics (from either the Ancient Near East or the Greco-Roman world) with reference to either the Old Testament or the New Testament. Included are the critical reading and evaluation of primary sources from the respective era, which are appropriated in the exegetical study of selected Biblical passages. This course may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 604 - Introduction to Old Testament
3 hours
An introductory course designed to examine the content of and methods for studying the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible). This course introduces the student to critical issues in and resources for Old Testament studies and exposes the student to the various contexts (critical, religious, historical, social, etc.) in which the Old Testament texts were written. Attention is given to the history of the development of the discipline and to the issues and approaches which are currently being discussed. The course includes an overview of the content of selected books of the Old Testament as well as some examination of its major theological themes. GR -
BLIT 606 - Introduction to Theological Research
3 hours
After a broad sketch of the different forms of modern research, this course will focus on the types of research most common in theological and biblical studies. Guidance will be offered on preparing to write a thesis and how to formulate a proper thesis proposal. It will also introduce the student to a more effective use of the library, an understanding of the wide range of biblical and theological databases and how to use them, effective electronic searching, and the services offered by the library staff. Lastly, the course will direct the student to the proper format of a term paper or thesis using Turabian or SBL standards. GR -
BLIT 609 - Introduction to New Testament
3 hours
This course introduces the student to critical issues in and resources for New Testament studies, encourages thoughtful dialogue with scholarly literature, exposes the student to the various contexts (cultural, philosophical, religious, social, etc.) in which the New Testament texts were written, and gives attention to the historical backgrounds, genre, message, and significant persons of the New Testament texts. Some attention will be given to comparing major theological themes and passages of the New Testament. GR -
BLIT 612 - Deuteronomistic History
3 hours
Examines the basic structure, content, themes, and theology of the historical books of the Old Testament, including the books of Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings and Chronicles, are examined. Attention will be given to the critical study of the compositional history of the Deuteronomistic History. Selections of the principal scholarly works in the discussion on the development and purpose of the Deuteronomistic History, beginning with Martin Noth and continuing up to the recent period, will be examined. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 621 - New Testament Exegesis
3 hours
In this course, principles of sound Biblical interpretation are taught and applied to the exegesis of selected portions of the New Testament as preparation for preaching, teaching, or other avenues of Christian ministry. This course may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 622 - Apocalyptic Literature and the Book of Revelation
3 hours
An exegetical study of the Book of Revelation. Special attention will be given to Revelation as seen within the literary and historical context of Jewish apocalyptic. Apocalyptic literature in both non-canonical and canonical Jewish writings will be surveyed, and major theological themes of apocalyptic literature and the book of Revelation will be addressed. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 625 - Old Testament Studies
3 hours
This course presents a study of significant areas of contemporary and enduring interest concerning the Old Testament. The course integrates historical understanding, exegetical skills, and theological insight appropriate to the topic studied and may deal with such areas as a specific book, theme, or historic period. This course may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 626 - New Testament Studies
3 hours
A study of significant areas of contemporary and enduring interest concerning the New Testament. The course integrates historical understanding, exegetical skills, and theological insight appropriate to the topic studied and may deal with such areas as a specific book, theme, or historic period. May be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 630 - Advanced Topics in Biblical Studies
3 hours
This course allows for advanced work either in a selected topic within Biblical studies or in a selected corpus of Biblical literature. This course may be repeated with a different subtitle. Prerequisite(s): BLIT 233 , BLIT 234 . GR -
BLIT 631 - New Testament Greek Exegesis
3 hours
A continuation of grammar study and translation with attention to developing exegetical skills in the study of the Greek New Testament. This course will focus on a selection of New Testament passages or on a selected New Testament corpus. GR -
BLIT 632 - Cultural/Historical Influences and Biblical Interpretation
3 hours
A critical exploration of the ongoing relationship between changing cultural/historical trends, interests, and understandings and the study of the Bible. Specific interpretative methodologies and assumptions involving the world behind, within, and in front of the text will be explored. Special attention will be given to current interpretative interests and methods and their implications for the church and society. Interpretative methods and transitions in interpretation will be demonstrated in relation to the study of specific biblical texts. Prerequisite(s): BLIT 250 , BLIT 305 , and BLIT 310 . GR -
BLIT 639 - Readings in Greek
3 hours
A course that continues to develop skills in the reading and study of selected Greek texts. Selections may include texts from the New Testament, the early Church, and/or ancient philosophers. GR -
BLIT 645 - Old Testament Theology
3 hours
An examination of the Old Testament as Scripture of the Christian Church in order to hear and understand the biblical testimony to God and his revelatory and reconciling work in the world. The history of the discipline is discussed, including various methods of doing biblical theology, such as: themes and ideas, history of salvation, literary approaches, cultural and sociological methods, and the Bible as canon. The course also contains an in-depth study of the major theological themes of the Old Testament, including covenant, grace, faithful response to God, sin and accountability, holiness, and hope for the future, as well as a reflective analysis of the theological role of the Scripture for today amid various and shifting cultural concerns. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 646 - New Testament Theology
3 hours
An investigation of major themes of New Testament theology, the distinctive contributions of the biblical authors, and the issue of unity and diversity within the canon of the New Testament. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 652 - Biblical Interpretation
3 hours
A study of the science and art of biblical interpretation, including a survey of the history of interpretation and an introduction to the theory, methods, and practice of biblical exegesis. The courses will include a discussion of biblical translations. GR -
BLIT 667 - Pauline Epistles I
3 hours
An exegetical study of Romans, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, Colossians, Philemon, and the Pastoral Epistles with the background provided in Acts. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 668 - Pauline Epistles II
3 hours
An exegetical study of Galatians, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Ephesians and Philippians. The course will consider the background provided in Acts. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 671 - Pentateuch
3 hours
A study of the historical background and the development of the Hebrew people as found in Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 674 - Johannine Literature
3 hours
An exegetical study of the gospel and epistles of John and the Book of Revelation. The study is based on the English translation. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 675 - Luke and Acts
3 hours
An exegetical study of the gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Special attention will be given to the history and current state of Lukan studies, critical issues surrounding both Luke and Acts, and major theological themes. Issues relating to the continuity of Luke and Acts will be explored. This course requires significant research and writing and may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 684 - Readings in Biblical Studies
1 hour
This course allows for independent reading and study in a topic within Biblical studies. It must be taken concurrently with and supplementary to a graduate course in Biblical studies. Permission for enrollment must be granted by the course professor and the program coordinator. This course may be repeated with a different subtitle. GR -
BLIT 699 - Thesis
3 hours
This course requires the completion of a 50-75-page thesis, the subject of which must be approved by the student’s adviser and the Director of Graduate Studies for the School of Theology and Christian Ministry. This option demonstrates (1) the learner’s ability to design, execute, and report on independent research, and (2) the learner’s creative thinking, critical reflection, and writing ability. It culminates with the learner’s defense of the thesis. The School of Theology provides a detailed guide to the rules and regulations for the thesis, which is available from the Program Specialist. GR
Biology
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BIO 201 - General Biological Science
3 hours
An online survey course focusing on information, topics, and experiences derived from the biological sciences. The course systematically builds a sequential scientific information base derived from chemical/molecular, genetic, cellular, tissue/organ, organism, and population/ecological areas. Contemporary topics in biology, biomedicine, evolution, stem cell use, risk assessment, human disease, cancer, and environmental stewardship are also studied. Laboratory experiences are designed to augment and extend the lecture experience. When possible, human connections are emphasized so as to encourage students to see their role in the magnificent scheme of life. Thus, the primary goal is to help the student learn and connect basic biological content with a larger, more integrated perspective. Students complete the laboratory component of the course through laboratory kits.
GER: Biology CS -
BIO 211 - Medical Terminology
2 hours
An online survey course focusing on how bio/medical terms are constructed from Greek and Latin word elements including roots, combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes. Students will acquire a basic understanding of body systems and some common medical conditions. Definitions, spelling, pronunciation, and applications of these terms will be stressed throughout the course. Thus, the primary goal of this course is to help the student gain a better understanding of medical language. CS -
BIO 246 - Anatomy & Physiology I
4 hours
Anatomy and Physiology I is the first of a two course sequence. This course, which includes an online lab, is an introduction to the structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on anatomy. This course, Anatomy and Physiology I, includes the study of integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and special senses. The course is online and is a 6-week course including lecture and lab. CS -
BIO 247 - Anatomy & Physiology II
4 hours
Anatomy and Physiology II is the second of a two course sequence. This course builds on the fundamentals studied in Anatomy and Physiology I by exploring the more intricate systems of the body. In this course, Anatomy and Physiology II, emphasis is placed on the normal functions of respiration, circulation, digestion and metabolism, excretion, and reproduction. The course is online and is a 6-week course including lecture and lab. CS -
BIO 330 - Pathophysiology
3 hours
This course will build on the knowledge attained in the foundational science courses with emphasis on illness; those circumstances in which normal homeostasis breaks down. This is deliberately a broad survey of disease as opposed to an in-depth analysis of pathophysiologic mechanisms. Prerequisite(s): BIO 246 and BIO 247 . CS -
BIO 356 - Microbiology
3 hours
An introduction to microorganisms is presented with special emphasis on bacteria and viruses. Studies include history, morphology, classification, physiology, genetics, aseptic culturing technics, and practical applications. Host parasite interactions in relation to disease-health equilibrium are also studied, with emphasis on microbial virulence factors and host immune and non-immune defense mechanisms. This 6-week, online course includes a lab component. Prerequisite(s): BIO 246 , BIO 247 , and CHM 101 . CS
Business
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BUS 110 - Leadership in Business
3 hours
The role of leadership in enabling a business to be successful in today’s competitive global economy is the focus of this course. Topics include elements of the current business environment and leadership concepts that are prevalent in today’s business practices. The goal of this course is for learners to explore various leadership concepts and apply these concepts to contemporary business challenges. CS -
BUS 150 - Basic Spreadsheet and Database Applications
3 hours
This course serves to establish a foundation of knowledge regarding use of spreadsheets and database applications using the latest software found in most business environments. CS -
BUS 302 - Statistics for Business
3 hours
This course provides a practical introduction to the tools needed to perform fundamental analysis of critical organizational data related to issues of quality control and decision making. Topics covered include graphic and tabular summarization, measures of central tendency and dispersion, sampling distributions and estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis and variance, nonparametric methods, and regression analysis. CS -
BUS 313 - Management Theory and Practice
3 hours
This course provides the student with an overview of management and leadership processes within an organization. The principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, controlling, and team development and team-building are applied to a comprehensive group project. Students develop an understanding of the role of the manager in contemporary organizations. CS -
BUS 326 - Business Law
3 hours
This course provides a study of the legal system and the related topics necessary for all managers and entrepreneurs, including business tort and crimes, contracts, sales, agency, employment law, credit, and bankruptcy. Additionally, this course reviews the three basic structures of business: sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. CS -
BUS 403 - Marketing Management
3 hours
In this course, learners study marketing theory that presents a strategic overview of marketing concepts. Learners learn how to plan and implement marketing strategies and policies. Topics include consumer behavior, feasibility, and budgeting within the domestic and global economy. CS -
BUS 405 - Corporate Finance
3 hours
The course is designed to explain the substantive parts of financial management. The student will learn the theory of financial management and how to apply it in the business world. The learners will understand the importance of the identification and interpretation of various types of information provided by financial statements and used by both corporate managers and investors during the decision-making process. The underlying theme is the valuation of financial assets and business projects, whether they be investment projects or business policies such as extending credit to customers. Learners will gain knowledge of managerial finance including financial risk and rate of return measurements and use of capital budgeting techniques to make data-driven decisions. CS -
BUS 410 - Leadership and Management
3 hours
The focus of this course will be on clarifying the distinction between management and leadership by the examination of different models of leadership and the integration of ethical principles into various functional topics. The course presents leadership and management theories/concepts that have emerged over the past several decades. Also, learners will survey contemporary perspectives of networking, coaching, organizational culture, diversity, learning organizations, strategic leadership, and crisis leadership. Special attention will be paid to examining the role that leaders play in identifying and implementing change in organizations. CS -
BUS 411 - Leading Groups and Teams
3 hours
This course examines leadership theories, research, and models related to working in groups and teams. It will explore new paradigms of leadership that will help teams perform at higher levels through diversity and inclusion while challenging shortsighted leaders to higher team performance through better communication and positive exchanges between leaders and followers. CS -
BUS 415 - Global Business
3 hours
The objective of this course is to familiarize learners with the environments facing managers and corporations who are operating in the global economy. Thus, learners should acquire an awareness of, and an appreciation for, the diversity and complexity of the global environment including international trade, cultures, economics, marketing, and communication issues of multinational corporations. More specifically, the successful completion of this course should enable learners to understand and analyze how global forces shape corporate strategy.
GER: Intercultural Understanding CS -
BUS 419 - Organizational Behavior
3 hours
Organizational Behavior is an interdisciplinary field drawing from numerous disciplines including psychology, sociology, economics, organization theory, statistics, and others. This course will analyze the behavior of people in organizations. Organizational motivation, group behavior, group dynamics, communication, and decision-making are explored in the context of individual and group behavior. Learners are exposed to organizational behavioral science theories and their applications in different management settings and a variety of organizations. CS -
BUS 420 - Operations Management
3 hours
This course is an introduction to the concepts, principles, problems, and practices of operations management, including design, planning, control, and continuous improvement. Emphasis is on managerial processes for effective operations in both goods-producing and service-rendering organizations. Topics include operations strategy, process design, capacity planning, facilities location and design, forecasting, production scheduling, inventory control, quality assurance, and project management. CS -
BUS 425 - Information Technology
3 hours
This course allows learners to evaluate the manager’s role in ensuring best practices for the application of technology in organizations. It presents the significant components and technologies employed in information systems, their impact on business processes, and the contribution they make to competitive advantage. Learners will assess tools and skills about communication, policy, security, management, and technology. CS -
BUS 435 - Human Resource Management
3 hours
This course covers the development of current policies, practices, and techniques necessary to ensure effective personnel management in complex organizations. There is an emphasis on the role of operating supervisors, executives, and the union in researching such challenges as employee selection, training, placement, wage and salary administration, promotion, fringe benefits, employee services, and management-labor relations. CS -
BUS 441 - Conflict Management and Resolution
3 hours
This course revolves around identification and analysis of leadership strategies for dealing with both functional and dysfunctional conflict in the workplace. Leaders need to understand the potential for conflict to be either destructive or beneficial within an organization. Included is a study of various conflict management styles including avoidance, accommodation, collaboration, negotiation, mediation, and domination. Learners will understand the appropriate and inappropriate use of each technique. CS -
BUS 453 - Leading Organizational Change
3 hours
This course recognizes that organizations are experiencing change at a very rapid pace. Leaders need to be able to lead change, not just react to it. Effective change leadership does three things: anticipates where things are moving, facilitates the implementation of change and sustains momentum by taking charge and moving things ahead. The Leading Organizational Change course equips learners with the knowledge and tools to understand transformational leadership and change, the guidance on gaining employee commitment and overcoming resistance, and the techniques to inspire others to embrace change and sustain it to keep the organization moving in the right direction. CS -
BUS 480 - Business Ethics
3 hours
This course will explore how ethical values influence individual and business effectiveness, compare and contrast major ethical theories, and apply ethical reasoning to develop sound business decisions. This course will focus on ethical problem solving and the application of ethical principles to issues of moral perplexity. CS -
BUS 486 - Business Policy and Strategy
3 hours
This is a capstone course designed to assess the ability of learners to integrate and apply the business principles and other skills learned throughout the BBA program. Learners demonstrate these abilities through participation in an online global business simulation that requires them to analyze strategies deployed by a specific organization. In addition, learners will study a selected business organization and write a business strategy report based on that study.(6 weeks) CS -
BUS 490 - Strategic Leadership
3 hours
This course discusses the definition, formulation, and execution of strategy in fulfilling the organization’s vision, mission, and strategic goals. Leaders of for-profit organizations will focus on achieving and sustaining a competitive advantage against rival firms, while strategies of not-for-profit organizations emphasize strategic positioning to effectively serve the organization’s key stakeholders. Through this course, learners will learn how to transform an organizational vision into strategy for long-term success and sustainability. CS -
BUS 510 - Leadership and Management
3 hours
The focus of this course will be on clarifying the distinction between management and leadership by the examination of different models of leadership and the integration of ethical principles into various functional topics. The course presents leadership and management theories/concepts that have emerged over the past several decades. Also, learners will survey contemporary perspectives of networking, coaching, organizational culture, diversity, learning organizations, strategic leadership, and crisis leadership. Special attention will be paid to examining the role that leaders play in identifying and implementing change in organizations. CS -
BUS 515 - Global Business
3 hours
The objective of this course is to familiarize learners with the environments facing managers and corporations who are operating in the global economy. Thus, learners should acquire an awareness of, and an appreciation for, the diversity and complexity of the global environment including international trade, cultures, economics, marketing, and communication issues of multinational corporations. More specifically, the successful completion of this course should enable learners to understand and analyze how global forces shape corporate strategy. CS -
BUS 519 - Organizational Behavior
3 hours
Organizational Behavior is an interdisciplinary field drawing from numerous disciplines including psychology, sociology, economics, organization theory, statistics, and others. This course will analyze the behavior of people in organizations. Organizational motivation, group behavior, group dynamics, communication, and decision-making are explored in the context of individual and group behavior. Learners are exposed to organizational behavioral science theories and their applications in different management settings and a variety of organizations. CS -
BUS 520 - Operations Management
3 hours
This course is an introduction to the concepts, principles, problems, and practices of operations management, including design, planning, control, and continuous improvement. Emphasis is on managerial processes for effective operations in both goods-producing and service-rendering organizations. Topics include operations strategy, process design, capacity planning, facilities location and design, forecasting, production scheduling, inventory control, quality assurance, and project management. CS -
BUS 580 - Business Ethics
3 hours
This course will explore how ethical values influence individual and business effectiveness, compare and contrast major ethical theories, and apply ethical reasoning to develop sound business decisions. This course will focus on ethical problem solving and the application of ethical principles to issues of moral perplexity. CS -
BUS 599 - Global Immersion
3 hours
This course explores cultural intelligence, foreign business climate, societal and personal transformation and culminates in a global journey where students experience the intersection of business, faith and culture. Course work includes pre and post cultural assessments, and a detailed look at personal and societal transformation. CS -
BUS 601 - Professional Communication
3 hours
The intersection of business, culture, and technology is dynamic. One thing that remains constant is the need for effective communication of ideas to meet the challenges and opportunities presented. This course explores foundational principles and theories of human communication. Further, it provides the business professional with a set of strategies, tools, and practical applications necessary for communication competence in the digital workplace. As the first course in this sequence, it also lays the groundwork for learners’ academic success by introducing technological, written, and oral competencies required throughout the program. GR -
BUS 603 - Managerial Accounting
3 hours
This course examines the principles, techniques and uses of accounting in the planning and control of business organizations from the management perspective. Budgetary process and related performance evaluation techniques, cost volume to profit relationships and product costing methods are examined. Review of legal and ethical implications of accounting practices. GR -
BUS 605 - Data Acquisition and Analysis
3 hours
Examines strategies for meaningful decision making based on data. Reviews sources and quality of data, how ethics and bias can alter interpretation. A proven system of information evaluation is reviewed and applied to a wide range of information sources typically used by professional managers to plan and operate their ventures. GR -
BUS 606 - Managerial Finance
3 hours
This course explores financing of current operations and long-term capital management, sources and uses of funds, capital structure, and budgeting. Explores the concept of analyzing the financial health of organizations and connects financial health to organizational mission. Examines the challenge of global operations on finance. GR -
BUS 607 - Marketing and Brand Management
3 hours
Examines how and why organizations benefit from branding success. Examines the varied nature of brand communication, message development, and brand management. Incorporate elements of market research, pricing of product and services, and market positioning, product placement. Examines financial, legal and ethical constraints of marketing initiatives. GR -
BUS 615 - Essentials of Business Analytics
3 hours
Learners will explore the topics of competing with analytics, using analytics to create value, enterprise data management & analytical and modeling tools, value chain and business analytics, marketing and sales valuation processes, and telling the story of the data - communication and visualization. GR -
BUS 625 - Data Mining
3 hours
The benefits of using data to optimize the decision-making process, including understanding the differences between various types of data, data formats, data warehouses and data marts. Learners will develop usable extraction, transformation and loading (ETL) techniques associated with data analysis and be introduced to data modeling and data mash-up techniques. GR -
BUS 631 - Coaching Mentoring and Resolving Conflicts
3 hours
This course will expose learners to best practices related to coaching and mentoring employees that lead organizations to higher levels of performance. Learners will examine theories and models, understand sources of conflict in the organization, and explore conflict resolution techniques that improve teamwork, communication and performance. GR -
BUS 632 - Financial Environments of Organizations
3 hours
This course provides learners skills necessary to read financial statements and understand how the results of leaders’ decisions can impact their organization’s fiscal performance. Topics include basic accounting concepts, sources and uses of funds, budgetary concepts, project cost-benefit analysis, the general business environment and how to assess the financial well-being of an organization. GR -
BUS 633 - Organizational Culture and Ethics
3 hours
Learners are exposed to the dynamics of culture within organizations, and how ethical leadership influences that culture. In this course, learners will explore the nature of ethical decision making, and how individual decisions influence the cultural dynamics of the greater organization. GR -
BUS 634 - Performance Metrics
3 hours
This course includes designing, measuring, and reporting metrics for effective organizational performance. Learners will explore individual and team based motivational tools, become familiar with how strategic and organizational goals and objectives can be translated into individual and team performance. GR -
BUS 636 - Power, Politics, and Leadership
3 hours
This course explores a leader’s ability to impact effective change in organizations. Embracing concepts on the effective use of power can create change at all levels. The identification of sources of power, ethical strategies and tactics for its use, and how power is lost. GR -
BUS 641 - Healthcare Ethics and Compliance
3 hours
Learner will take an in-depth look at how leaders navigate the complex healthcare environment in light of ever-changing regulatory demands. They will focus on decision-making, ethics and organizational mission. Learners address issues related to healthcare law, reporting, self-reporting, and outcomes. GR -
BUS 643 - Quality Improvement in the Healthcare Setting
3 hours
This course looks at the demand of continuous quality improvement in the healthcare setting. Learners examine the relationship between quality and outcomes. They look at methods of measuring quality, and how measured results create actionable process in operations. GR -
BUS 644 - Developing Community Based Health Services
3 hours
This course examines the state of healthcare, and the increased demand to provide a continuum of care based on the needs of diverse population in the marketplace. Learners examines the business implications of creating alternative service locationto traditional models of care and alternative healthcare solution such as education, wellness, and access to care. GR -
BUS 651 - Applied Leadership
3 hours
Learners in this course will explore a definition of leadership with an emphasis on identifying leadership traits, leadership styles, and leadership skill development. Specific emphasis will be on practical implementation of leadership strategies such as overcoming obstacles and addressing ethical matter. Students will reflect on their own personal leadership traits and styles. GR -
BUS 652 - Understanding and Creating Effective Organizations
3 hours
This course focuses on the management areas of leadership. Learners will be exposed to elements of organizational structure, topics of human resource management and organizational behavior. Learners will explore how corporate strategy is linked to organizational structure. GR -
BUS 653 - Managing Change
3 hours
Today’s leaders need to be proactive and forecast the needs of the organization for the short-term, the intermediate, and the long-term. Students will explore how leaders are primarily change agents to influence a shared vision for the future. Students will learn to identify elements critical to leading in a changing environment. GR -
BUS 654 - Crafting and Executing Strategy
3 hours
Learners will examine the elements of strategy development including analysis of external and internal environments, building competitive advantage at the functional, business and industry level. Focus on strategic integration with diversification and acquisition to complete in a global environment. Students will explore how different businesses and industries implement strategy, focusing on performance, governance and ethics. GR -
BUS 655 - Decision Making
3 hours
This course looks at the relationship between leadership and decision making. Examines decision making as a skill set by exploring decision framing, intelligence gathering, coming to conclusions, and review. Examines the legal, ethical, cultural and organizational challenges related to decision making. GR -
BUS 657 - Otherness: Cultural Understanding, Social Differences & Diversity
3 hours
Learners will take a snapshot of their individual traditions, cultural practices, and social norms to examine how they impact their perceptions of individuals who are different and begin to see “otherness” through a lens of empathy. Learners will explore how diversity of thought and experiences can impact their personal and professional lives. This course will allow learners to reflection on the Christian Faith and how it relates to otherness. They will engage in several discussions and assignments on this, reflecting on the ways in which they can integrate the principles of Faith and Scripture through devotional thoughts each week. GR -
BUS 661 - Writing for Internal and External Audience
3 hours
Students learn the craft, demands, and expectations of written communications to fulfill corporate-communications strategy. Students write a range of communication forms used in print and digital communications including social media, blogs, and e-newsletters. GR -
BUS 662 - Communications Research
3 hours
Using social-science research methods, students learn how to measure attitudes, opinions, and beliefs of the internal and external audiences of a corporation. Actual research is designed and conducted by small teams to address the needs of a client in an 8-week case study. GR -
BUS 663 - Corporate Communications and Media Strategy
3 hours
This course is a comprehensive application of corporate-communications strategy, tactics, and programs. Small teams will design, implement, and evaluate a campaign in the context of a challenging 8-week case study. Team projects are presented via a student-created website for evaluation by classmates and faculty. GR -
BUS 665 - Business Strategy
3 hours
Students learn how to create strategic alternatives for businesses, test the plausibility of strategy plans, and make the case for the preferred direction. The course concentrates on planning competitive strategy for small to mid-sized businesses, not on reactive or realized strategy. The essential activity for developing effective strategy is thinking strategically, a skill that is developed throughout the course with the following activities applied to case analysis.
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BUS 667 - Emotional and Cultural Intelligence
3 hours
Experienced professionals and new hires alike need effective emotional and cultural intelligence to navigate organizational life, which can be challenging on many fronts with the net effect of diminished productivity. Awareness of personal strengths and weakness and those of the people you work with helps clear the path for more constructive collaboration and lowers personal and organizational stress. Through case analysis, students enhance their emotional and cultural intelligence with the following activities. GR -
BUS 671 - Nonprofit Operations
3 hours
This course connects organizational mission to operations. Students examine the dynamics of board governance, the benefits and challenges of working with volunteers, and the hiring challenges of nonprofits. Students will learn how to connect long term goals into short term action. GR -
BUS 673 - Nonprofit Fundraising and Financial Reporting
3 hours
This course examines fundraising in the non-profit settings and addresses fundraising campaigns, grant writing, donor development and communication strategies. Students learn the importance of both financial and social service reporting in communicating organizational needs. GR -
BUS 694 - Special Topics in Business
3 hours
Students will propose, create, and defend a business plan, research project, or publish an article that proposes a solution to an identified problem. Examines data gathering, problem solving, critical thinking and decision making in light of organizational mission. Explores ethical, internal and external impact of proposed strategy. Measures the effectiveness of project communication. GR -
BUS 699 - Global Immersion
3 hours
This course explores cultural intelligence, foreign business climate, societal and personal transformation and culminates in a global journey where students experience the intersection of business, faith and culture. Course work includes pre and post cultural assessments, and a detailed look at personal and societal transformation. GR
Chemistry
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CHM 101 - Chemistry
3 hours
Topics include the periodic table of the elements, atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry of compounds and reactions, thermochemistry, basic concepts of the liquid and solid states, solutions, acids-bases equilibria, solubility, and introduction to organic chemistry and biomolecules.
GER: Physical Science CS
Christian Ministry
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