BUS 202 - Principles of Management
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course focuses on the primary functions of management, to include the planning, organizing, leading, and controlling of organizational resources for the purpose of achieving organizational goals. |
BUS 203 - Principles of Marketing
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Principles and methods involved in the promotion mix used to communicate with the consumer, middleman, and industrialist. Emphasis on psychological, cultural and sociological factors affecting consumer behavior. |
BUS 311 - Business Law and Ethics
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
A course designed to give students an awareness of aspects of laws and ethics needed in day-to-day dealings with business. Emphasis placed upon the law of contracts, negotiable instruments, wills, and current issues. It also focuses on ethical issues surrounding the workplace. Topics are introduced by way of case studies which students are invited to explore through a mix of interdisciplinary readings that inspire greater contextual understanding. |
BUS 449 - Community Organization and Advocacy
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
The foci of this course are community organization theories and models of advocacy used by “grass roots” leaders and organizational leaders to promote social justice and community change. |
POSC 220 - State and Local Government
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
A study of the development, organization, and functions of state and local governments in the United States. |
POSC 250 - Public Policy
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Analysis of public policy formulation, implementation and evaluation. National and international case studies will be used in this course. |
BUS 455 - Research Methods
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
A study of the scientific process and research methods and procedures used in decision-making. Emphasis is on the collection and interpretation of data and the relationship of research to the policies and functions of the firm. |
PSY 349 - Research Methods in Behavioral Science
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
An overview of the processes involved in designing and conducting research in the social and behavioral sciences and social work. |
SOC 304 - Profiles in Leadership
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Exposing students to diverse leadership models, this course introduces students to issues leaders confront in small groups, organizations, and communities. Using a case study approach, student analyze and evaluate the behavior of leaders from multiple fields of practice. Ethical decision making and service leadership provide the framework for this course. |
BUS 477 - Nonprofit Organization and Advocacy
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
The focus of this course is on the organizational structure of nonprofit agencies and the leadership styles needed by those who specialize in nonprofit administration. Topics include but are not limited to strategic planning, board development, fundraising and philanthropy, resource management, and organization effectiveness. |
BUS 326 - Social Entrepreneurship
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Students will get an understanding of the steps and basic tools to define and model social challenges, develop potential solutions and measure the impact that they are making. Through case studies and practical involvement, students will experience a variety of sectors including Health, Education, Commerce, and Retail. |
BUS 340 - Organizational Behavior
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course examines the behavior of individuals and work groups within organizational settings. Primary emphasis is on the role of managers/leaders in their interactions with individual employees and the work group. |
BUS 385 - Project Management
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course develops a foundation of key concepts and challenges of Project Management (PM). Projects are increasingly becoming important in modern business and the course underlines the importance of understanding the relationship between projects and the strategic goals of the organization. The course also discusses the technical, cultural, and interpersonal skills necessary to manage projects from start to finish successfully. This course will emphasize the techniques, tools that improve the student’s ability to plan, implement and manage projects. A particular focus will be given on effective leadership in project teams, on the organization, and risk management. |
COMM 210 - Conflict and Collaboration
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
An introduction to basic theories and concepts of communication in the development and maintenance of relationships with an emphasis on managing conflict, building rapport, and effective communication behaviors when working with others. |
COMM 245 - Culture and Power
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
An introduction to the influence of culture in the design, delivery, and interpretation of communication messages. The course emphasizes perception and power as important in shaping our communication. Cultural competency is highlighted as a key skill for students to be successful in their personal and professional lives. (MC) |
LEAD 101 - Leadership and Professional Development
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
Students will be introduced to the real- world practice of leadership in a particular career context. Content will focus on personal and professional leadership skills and behaviors necessary for career success. This course may be taken up to 4 times for course credit. |
LA 201 - Diversity, Gender, and Social Justice
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course will introduce students to some of the central themes, debates and issues that inform Diversity, Gender, and Social Justice. In particular, this course, using a problem-based learning approach, will explore current issues and controversial debates that have been central to the growth of the study of women and gender, and equal/human rights movements nationally and globally by exploring the intersections of race, ethnicity, class, sexuality, and gender. Through an interdisciplinary examination of our systems of knowledge and social institutions, the course will reflect on the way our public and private relationships, as well as the quality of our lives, continue to be shaped in relation to these systems and institutions. The course offers a range of perspectives on the work, class, and lives of women and men in our local, national and global communities. |
LA 301 - Women, Leadership and Social Change
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course is an introduction to the ethical issues underlying leadership and social change from the perspective of women. Building on LA 201, Diversity, Gender, and Social Justice, This course explores the relationship among the common good, justice as fairness, and major models of leadership as they apply to affecting social change historically and/or contemporarily. Students will be required to design a service-learning project that demonstrates their understanding of the concepts in the course. |
LEAD 401LS - Leadership in Action
Credit-Bearing
Undergraduate |
This course provides students a capstone opportunity to synthesize their understanding of Leadership Studies in practical terms. Students will prepare a presentation focused on leadership as it relates to their own personal curricular, co-curricular, or extracurricular experiences. This project will require demonstration of oral and written communication skills, and a self-awareness of personal strengths and challenges with regard to leadership. Previously offered as LEAD 400. |
