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MBA 6210 - Labor Relations
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5600 .
This course is a study of industrial relations and the labor-management relations function of the modern work organization. The course examines problems, strategies, and policies of management interactions with formal and informal labor organizations. Labor legislation, collective bargaining, productivity analysis, and arbitration are stressed, with emphasis on negotiating strategies and techniques. Some time is also devoted to alternative dispute resolution as well as current trends in the labor movement. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6220 - Compensation Management
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5600 .
This course is a study of the strategic approach for motivating human performance in organizations through a total compensation system. The focus of the course will be on a blending of compensation management theory and trends with specific strategies regarding creating a corporate compensation system. Theoretical models from economics, psychology, and sociology are integrated in analyses of issues of wage structuring, the design of incentives, and wage level. Practical exercises in the design of compensation systems are employed. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6310 - Project Management
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 or MSE 5000 ; MBA 5120 ; MBA 5200 .
A study of effective project planning and management. Topics covered include: project goals and objectives, feasibility study including estimation of completion times and costs, evaluation and review, incentives, and quantitative analysis. Case studies and project management software will be used extensively. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6400 - International Marketing
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5220 .
This course focuses upon the four decision areas of marketing: product decisions, pricing decisions, promotion decisions, and distribution decisions in a global context. Emphasis will be placed upon a whole-strategy approach to entering global markets. The mechanics of import/export will also be addressed. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6420 - Marketing Research
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5220 .
A study of the generation, organization, interpretation, and use of marketing Information in the business enterprise. The strategic role of marketing information is emphasized. Topics covered include: sources of information, research design and implementation, hypothesis testing, and problem-solving/decision-making. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6430 - Professional Selling & Sales Force Management
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5220 .
An exploration of the knowledge, tactics and strategies for building and sustaining a contemporary sales organization. This study enables students to develop personal selling skills as well as the knowledge for managing a sales force. The management issues discussed in this course include hiring, training, and motivating salespersons as well as sales forecasting, planning and sales force organization. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6440 - Advertising & Promotion Management
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5220 .
Companies of all sizes face challenging decisions on how to reach prospects and retain their current customer base. The ever-changing economy, predicting and meeting consumer demands, the growth of ethnic markets, emerging technologies and the changing demographics are issues that companies face when advertising and promoting their product. Prior knowledge in market research will enable you to implement the key advertising principles and practices while providing you with the knowledge on how IMC (integrated marketing communication) plays a critical role in building customer relationships and brands. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6490 - Special Topics in Marketing
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5220 .
Directed study of a special body of subject matter in the field of marketing. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6500 - Small Business Management
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5200 ; MBA 5220 .
A study of the smaller business enterprise and the special management issues and challenges faced by the proprietor/entrepreneur. Emphasis will be given to problem-solving and decision-making in the major functional areas common to small enterprises. Case studies will be used. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6600 - Employment Law
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5600 .
A review of the major regulatory influences that affect human resource management. The regulatory focus will include civil rights, compensation and benefits, employee health and safety, along with labor relations legislation. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6610 - Seminar in Human Resources
Prerequisite(s): MBA 6600 .
Students will attend the National Convention for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM). This course is a capstone event that requires professional membership in the SHRM and the opportunity to become professionally certified. Most issues addressed at the conference will be globally related and will include: sexual harassment, compensation planning, disabilities, flexible workplaces, global education, legal perspectives, along with approximately 100 other topics. In addition, the networking and the trade show are spectacular conference events. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6690 - Special Topics in Human Resources
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5600 .
Directed study of a special body of subject matter in the field of human resources. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6700 - E-Business Technology
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5110 .
This course gives an overview of the technologies relevant to electronic business including strategic planning issues such as operating systems, networking, enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, computer security, electronic transaction processing, and other e-business issues. After completing this course, students should be able to understand the functions of the technologies that support e-business. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6800 - Accounting Automation
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5130 or MBA accounting major.
The objectives of this course are: (1) to present and integrate accounting principles in such a way that no prior knowledge of computerized accounting is required; (2) to provide a hands-on approach to learning how modern computerized automated accounting systems function; and (3) to provide knowledge and hands-on experience in integrating accounting with other business applications such as spreadsheets and word processors. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6810 - Communication for Accountants
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5130 or MBA accounting major.
This course is designed for MBA accounting majors to acquire and practice the skills for effective CPA/client communications and to apply these skills during the written portions of the computer-based CPA exam. Emphasis will be placed on AICPA criteria of coherent organization, conciseness, clarity, responsiveness to questions, appropriateness to readers, and use of Standard English. Assignments will include CPA/client communications such as Letters of Engagement, communicating results of accounting reviews, accounting opinions, and notes to financial statements. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6820 - Fraud Examination
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5130 or MBA accounting major.
This course will emphasize the conduct of fraud examinations, including a discussion of specific procedures used in forensic accounting examinations and the reasoning behind the use of these procedures. Detection, investigation, and prevention of specific types of fraud committed against organizations and individuals. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6845 - Government and Not-For-Profit Accounting
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5130 or MBA accounting major.
Provide accounting majors with the fundamentals of government and not-for-profit accounting standards and skills. Credit(s): 3
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MBA 6860 - Becker Review
Prerequisite(s): At least 36 credits.
Becker Review - A four-part review course designed to prepare the student to sit for the online CPA Exam. Content: 1) Financial Accounting and Reporting: covers general accounting concepts tested in this part of the CPA Exam, including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) for business enterprises, not-for-profit organizations, and governmental entities. Addresses the necessary application skills. 2) Auditing and Attestation: Covers auditing practices and the required attestation as tested on this part of the CPA Exam. Includes auditing procedures, GAAS (Generally Accepted Auditing Standards), and other related attest engagements. Addresses the skills needed for application, thus moving from theory to practice. 3) Business Environment and Concepts: Covers general business related topics as tested in this part of the CPA Exam, including knowledge of general business environment and business concepts that candidates must know in order to understand the underlying business reasons for and accounting implications of business transactions. Addresses the skills needed to apply that knowledge. 4) Regulation: Covers regulatory issues, including federal taxation, ethics, professional and legal responsibilities, and business law. Addresses essential skills needed to apply this knowledge. Credit(s): 6
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MBA 6990 - Business Praxis*
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the College of Business Dean.
Application of business skills, knowledge, and abilities to business projects and/or consulting experiences. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Credit(s): 3 *International students only will select this course as a requirement for their CPT
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MBA 7000 - Business Policy & Strategy
Prerequisite(s): At least 36 credits, core courses, MBA 5200 .
Enrollment requires advisor’s approval. A review of the applied research for managerial planning decisions and actions that assist in determining the long-run performance of organizations. Emphasis is placed on the process of strategy formulation, implementation, evaluation, and control for organizations of all sizes. Credit(s): 3
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Master of Science in Engineering Management |
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MSE 5000 - Introduction to Engineering Management
An overview of the field of engineering management including, technical, management and integrated issues. Tools helpful throughout the program, such as research skills, will be introduced. The first course in the program. Credit(s): 3
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MSE 5950 - Curricular Practical Training for International Students
Prerequisite(s): MSE 5000 .
1) Semester 3 Enrollment in MSE program; 2) With completion of 18 or more credit hours in MSE program, and 3) with 3.0 or higher GPA
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is defined as student work experience that is directly related to the MSE program. This employment is instrumental in helping the student achieve the MSE program objectives. 3 credits. Credit(s): 3 (0 plus 3)
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MSE 6010 - Environmental Health & Safety
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 or MSE 5000 .
An introduction to the state and federal regulations for safety and environmental compliance. This course also covers ISO standards for environmental health and safety. Students will learn to identify how standards apply to various industries and will apply these skills in performing an audit to determine whether operations conform to the standards. Credit(s): 3
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MSE 6020 - Designing for Lean Manufacturing
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 or MSE 5000 .
A study of the principles and practices necessary to establish/maintain a lean operation. Concepts covered include: theory of constraints, Takt time, pull systems, lean accounting, value stream mapping, waste free manufacturing, workplace organization, quick change-over, just-in-time, and mistake-proofing. Through hands-on exercises, students will learn to apply these concepts in real-world situations. Credit(s): 3
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MSE 6030 - Enterprise Resource Planning
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 or MSE 5000 .
Explores the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain-related functions. This course addresses: aligning resources with the strategic plan, configuring and integrating operating processes to support the strategic plan, and implementing change. Concepts include supplier relationship management (SRM), strategic sourcing, throughput supply chain measurements such as inventory dollar days and throughput dollar days, product life cycle management (PLM), and customer relationship management (CRM). Credit(s): 3
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MSE 6040 - Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 or MSE 5000
Integration of facilities (machines tools, robotics) and the automation protocols required in the implementation of computer integrated manufacturing are studied. Specific concepts will include concurrent engineering, rapid prototyping, interfaces between computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing systems (CAM), and control of manufacturing systems: numerical control (NC) and computer numerical control (CNC); programmable logic controller (PLC); computer aided process planning (CAPP) and manufacturing scheduling. Credit(s): 3
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MSE 6050 - Statistical Methods in Quality Assurance
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 or MSE 5000 .
The quantitative aspects of quality are studied, such as control charts, process capability, reliability, and design of experiments. Credit(s): 3
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MSE 6060 - Legal Implications for Engineering Managers
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 or MSE 5000 .
A study of patent law, product liability, labor law and other legislation relevant to the engineering discipline. Credit(s): 3
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MSE 7000 - Advanced Topics in Engineering Management
Prerequisite(s): Must have all courses completed or dean approval.
Integrates the elements of engineering management in a capstone, project-based environment. Last course of the program. Credit(s): 3
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Master of Science in Management |
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MSM 5100 - Qualitative Decision-Making
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 .
This course will aid the student in using qualitative methods to identify the root cause of problems in business, evaluate alternative responses to these problems, and propose solutions. Emphasis is placed on the application of qualitative research methods to specific business problems and managerial decision-making. The course introduces methods that will be used to collect and interpret data for the applied management project capstone course (e.g., surveying, interviewing, and conducting focus groups). Credit(s): 3
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MSM 5350 - Customer Relationship Management
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 .
Students will analyze organizations to develop effective strategies for customer relationship management. Students will evaluate customer touch points to improve customer service and build customer loyalty. Students will develop models to identify and measure individual perceptions to determine real customer needs. Credit(s): 3
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MSM 5400 - Negotiation Skills
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 .
Introduces the process of mutual gain by developing long-term relationships with negotiation partners. It will concentrate on strategies that are successful in business and will cover topics such as: separating the problem from the person, invention of options, and best alternatives. The course will utilize exercises and simulations. Credit(s): 3
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MSM 6400 - Managing Change
Prerequisite(s): MBA 5000 or MSOL 5000 .
This course examines the role of change in organizations. A theoretical background in organization development will be introduced in tandem with practical skills and knowledge of change management. Students will define change, analyze factors that affect change, and learn how to effectively facilitate change in their organizations. Credit(s): 3
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MSM 7200 - Applied Management Project
Prerequisite(s): MSM 5100 ; MSM 6400 , MSOL 5500 .
This reality-based capstone course requires the student to synthesize and integrate the theoretical and practical knowledge that has been learned from prerequisite courses in the MSM curriculum. The completion of this course includes one of two tracks: an applied company project or an academic “mini-thesis.” Students will design and implement projects that focus on real-world problems. Students may work on problems within their own companies, organizations to which they belong, or organizations with which the university has a relationship (e.g., alumni companies). As a second option, the student may choose an academic “mini-thesis.” The instructor must approve the subject matter of the project. Credit(s): 3
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Master of Science in Organizational Leadership |
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MSOL 5000 - Leadership Styles & Development
This course provides a comprehensive analysis of major leadership theories and models. This exploration and assessment of personal leadership style and leadership dimensions leads to a final course outcome of a leadership journey assessment and action plan for each student. Credit(s): 3
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MSOL 5400 - Building Organizational Excellence
Achieving excellence in a variety of mission-critical dimensions in critical for all organizations in today’s competitive global economy. A comprehensive review of well researched theories and practitioner models are presented in this course including issues related to knowledge management, quality management, innovation management and the development of high performing teams and cultures. The impact of positive psychology on organizational excellence and a global perspective are also explored. Credit(s): 3
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MSOL 5500 - Financial Concepts for Leaders
Prerequisite(s): MSOL 5000 .
This course provides an overview of the financial concepts that are necessary for responsible fiscal management of an organization. This course also focuses on impact of financial data on effective management and decision-making. The links between finance and strategic planning and implications for overall health and success of the organization are explored. Credit(s): 3
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MSOL 6600 - Leadership Problem Analysis and Decision Making
Research indicates the daily activities of leaders and managers focuses largely on problem analysis and decision making. This course provides a thorough understanding of the fundamental models, tactics and tools of this critical leadership competency. Core topics include critical thinking, problem analysis and decision support tools and techniques, and the basics of project management. The role of the leader in group decision making, conflict resolution and negotiation strategy is also reviewed. Credit(s): 3
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MSOL 6700 - Developing Human Capital
Contemporary management literature emphasizes the importance of human capital as organizations strive to create a competitive advantage in today’s knowledge and service economies. This course provides an in-depth review of models and strategies of human capital development including integrated talent management, individual and management development and competency modeling. Strategic human resources and a global perspective on human capital development are also examined. Credit(s): 3
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MSOL 6800 - Leading Strategy-Analysis, Planning, & Implementation
Prerequisite(s): MSOL 5400 ; MSOL 6700 for MSOL students or MSM 6400 ; MBA 5600 for MSM students.
An organization is able to compete more effectively when there is a shared understanding among the leaders and team members regarding the strategic direction and the requirements needed to achieve organizational goals. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of various theoretical perspectives on strategy and strategic planning as well as practitioner models used in organizations. The critical role of the leader in the strategic planning process is also evaluated. Credit(s): 3
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MSOL 7400 - Leadership Project I
Prerequisite(s): MSOL 5400 , MSOL 6700 .
This is the first course in a three-course capstone sequence. This sequence of courses provides students with an opportunity to explore organizational issues in-depth through original research and communicate results in a graduate level environment. In this first course, having the theoretical and practical knowledge learned throughout the organizational leadership curriculum, students will develop the initial sections of the project (Abstract, Introduction, and Review of Related Literature). This course should be taken in the last half of the program. Credit(s): 3
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MSOL 7500 - Leadership Project II
Prerequisite(s): MSOL 7400 .
This is the second course in a three-course sequence and is a continuation of MSOL 7400 . Students will go through the IRB (Institutional Review Board) process and add the Design & Methodology section to the project started in the previous course. Credit(s): 3
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MSOL 7600 - Leadership Project III
Prerequisite(s): MSOL 7500 .
This is the third course in a three-course sequence and is a continuation of MSOL 7500 . Students will complete the project by adding the Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendations sections. Credit(s): 3
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Master of Science in Psychology |
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CSG 5010 - Introduction to Mental Health Counseling
This is an introductory counseling course designed to familiarize students with the field of mental health counseling. The course will provide an overview of mental health counseling as a profession and introduce students to the body of knowledge related to the field. More specifically, students will be introduced to the principles, services, theoretical underpinnings, roles and professional functions of counselors. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5100 - Multicultural Counseling
This course surveys relevant theories, research, assessment and practice of multicultural psychology and the factors important to issues of cultural and individual differences. Credit(s): 3 (0 plus 3)
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CSG 5150 - Crisis Intervention and Management
This course provides a study of the nature of crisis and the theory of crisis intervention within the mental health field and examines ways in which to intervene with various types of crisis. An emphasis will be placed on the development of crisis assessment, management and short term intervention skills. The cultural, legal and ethical implications of crisis assessment, intervention and management will also be examined. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5200 - Lifespan Development
The focus of this course will be to survey the cognitive, psychological, moral, social, emotional, physical and spiritual development of humans throughout the lifespan from birth to death. A developmental framework for understanding issues that impact normal development will be studied. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5250 - Group Counseling
This course will examine the principles of group dynamics and the theories of group counseling. Group leadership styles as well as the unique ethical issues faced in group counseling will be studied. Issues of diversity will be explored as well as the aspects of group counseling across the lifespan. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5400 - Theories of Counseling
This course is intended to be an examination of the main forces of psychotherapy. Several major theories used to understand human thoughts, feelings and behaviors within the main forces of psychotherapy will be explored. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5410 - Counseling Skills and Techniques
Prerequisite(s): CSG 5400 .
This course is designed to help students develop and apply helping attitudes and basic counseling skills. Self-evaluation, giving and receiving feedback and reflection upon the development of clinical skills is essential in the course. Credit(s): 3
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CSG 5500 - Dynamics of Trauma and Abuse
This elective course is focused on issues related to trauma and abuse. The focus will be on the various forms of abuse and victimization as well as look at perpetrators of abuse. The course is designed to assist students in understanding, conceptualizing and counseling clients who have been exposed to a variety of traumatic experiences. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5510 - Counseling Children and Adolescents
This elective course is focused on the unique issues associated with counseling children and adolescents. Topics addressed will include disorders and developmental delays that affect the social, emotional, and physical development. Intervention strategies from various theoretical orientations will be presented as well. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5520 - Psychopharmacology
This elective course is focused on the unique issues associated with counseling children and adolescents. Topics addressed will include disorders and developmental delays that affect the social, emotional, and physical development. Intervention strategies from various theoretical orientations will be presented as well. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5530 - Couples and Family Counseling
This elective course is designed to introduce students to the theoretical and practical clinical applications for working with couples and families. An overview of couple and family counseling as it relates to community and societal issues will be provided. Roles and settings for the use of couples and family counseling and specific theoretical orientations and interventions will be discussed. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5800 - Counseling Ethics & Professional Identity
This course explores the legal and ethical implications faced by practicing counselors. A wide variety of issues will be covered including an overview of academic clinical training requirements, ethical decision making models, professional values, counselor attitudes and values and counselor competence and supervision.
Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 5900 - Addictions
This course is an introduction to the field of addiction counseling. It is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to counseling individuals with addictions. A biopsychosocial framework will be presented to assist in understanding addictive behaviors and substance use and abuse. The philosophies related to prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery will also be explored. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus )
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CSG 6000 - Counseling Residency I
Prerequisite(s): MPSY 5050 , CSG 5250 , CSG 5400 , CSG 5410 .
This one week, approximately 40-hour intensive face to face course will focus on assisting students to develop and practice basic individual and group counseling skills. Students will participate in role play scenarios to practice these skills. During residency, students will also have time to meet with their academic advisors to discuss the progress in the program and their emerging identity as a mental health counselor. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 6010 - Counseling and Psychopathology
This course is designed to assist students in the recognition and categorization of psychological disorders based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fifth Edition (DSM5). The focus will be on clinical interviewing, treatment planning as well as interventions for various psychological disorders. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 6500 - Introduction to Measurement & Evaluation
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and principles of measurement and evaluation with an emphasis on the standardized tests and inventories used in mental health counseling. A knowledge of elementary statistics will be covered as it relates to standardized testing. Other topics addressed in the course include test selection, administration and basic interpretation of tests scores. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 6530 - Career Counseling
This elective course is an introduction to career psychology. The traditional theories of career choice and occupational adjustment will be examined as well as how new technology has impacted career psychology. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 6600 - Research in Counseling
This course is an overview of the research methods and techniques used within the field of psychology. The focus of the course will be on the evaluation of research methodology as well as the examination of the process involved in designing a research project. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 6900 - Counseling Residency II
Prerequisite(s): CSG5150, CSG6000, CSG6010.
This one week, approximately 40-hour intensive face to face course will focus on developing skills in diagnosis, treatment planning, crisis intervention and interviewing. Students will participate in role play scenarios to practice these skills. During residency, students will also have time to meet with their academic advisors to discuss the progress in the program and their emerging identity as a mental health counselor. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 6910 - Counseling Practicum
This course provides students with opportunities to apply and integrate knowledge, theories, counseling skills, ethics and multicultural awareness while working with clients in the established field experience setting. Students are required to complete 100 clock hours of experience, of which 40 hours must be direct contact with clients. Students will complete this experience in preapproved mental health counseling agencies. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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CSG 6950 - Counseling Internship
This course provides students with opportunities to apply and integrate knowledge, theories, counseling skills, ethics and multicultural awareness while working with clients in the established internship setting. Student mus complete 300 clock hours of experience in a preapproved mental health setting under the supervision of a licensed counselor of psychologist. Students must repeat this course three times to complete a total of 900 internship hours. The course will help students solidify their identity as mental health counselors and familiarize them with licesnure process to become a professional counselor. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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MPSY 5050 - Writing in Psychology
The development of graduate level writing, reading, critical thinking and literature search skills will be emphasized. The course will focus on how to interpret, synthesize, and draw conclusions about psychological research and create a coherent review of the literature. A review of American Psychological Association (APA) style documentation for experimental reports and literature reviews will also be covered. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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MPSY 5200 - Lifespan Development
The focus of this course will be to survey the cognitive, psychological, moral, social, emotional, physical and spiritual development of humans throughout the lifespan from birth to death. A developmental framework for understanding issues that impact normal development will be studied. Credit(s): 3
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MPSY 5400 - Advanced Counseling Theory
This course is intended to be an examination of the main forces of psychotherapy. Several major theories used to understand human thoughts, feelings and behaviors within the main forces of psychotherapy will be explored. Credit(s): 3
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MPSY 5600 - Statistics for Behavioral Sciences
This course is a survey of the statistical techniques commonly used in psychological research including such topics as correlation, linear regression, t-Tests, ANOVA and Chi Squares. Introduction to a computer-based statistical software package will be presented given the computation intensive nature of these techniques. Credit(s): 3
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MPSY 5800 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Psychology
This course explores the legal and ethical implications faced by practicing counselors. A wide variety of issues will be covered including an overview of academic clinical training requirements, ethical decision making models, professional values, counselor attitudes and values and counselor competence and supervision. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
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MPSY 6000 - Psychopathology
This course is an examination of the issues and controversies related to the conceptualization and diagnosis of mental disorders. The etiology, onset, symptoms, clinical features and prognosis for mental disorders throughout the lifespan will be explored. Credit(s): 3
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MPSY 6200 - Advanced Social Psychology
This course is designed to explore topics within social psychology in depth through the use of empirical journal articles as well as texts. Students will be provided an opportunity to develop deeper knowledge of many of the major studies within the field of social psychology. Students will be encouraged to form connections between course material and their own experiences as social psychology topics are issues that occur in our everyday lives. Credit(s): 3
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MPSY 6510 - Substance Abuse Theories and Techniques
This elective course is an introduction to the basic concepts and principles of substance abuse theories and counseling approaches. A biopsychosocial framework will be presented to assist in understanding addictive behaviors and substance use and abuse. The philosophies related to prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery will also be explored. Credit(s): 3
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MPSY 6600 - Research Methods in Psychology
Prerequisite(s): MPSY 5600
This course is an overview of the research methods and techniques used within the field of psychology. The focus of the course will be on the evaluation of research methodology as well as the examination of the process involved in designing a research project. Credit(s): 3
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MPSY 6800 - Advanced Biopsychology
Prerequisite(s): MPSY 5050 .
This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth study of normal and abnormal human behaviors from the perspective of brain functioning. A review of the foundational knowledge and examination of current research of the relationship between biological function of the brain and nervous system/neuroanatomy will be explored. Credit(s): 3
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Ph.D. in Global Leadership |
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HEA 7001 - Theories & Research in Academic Leadership
Critically analyze theories, research and best practices about academic leadership and culture employed by individuals and organizations in higher education in the United States and globally. How culture, national and international politics, and institutional mission inform higher education leadership is examined. Mission, vision and function of public, private, not for profit and for profit colleges and universities; leadership roles; governance functions including shared governance; union and non-union organizations; relationships with internal and external constituencies; problems of practice and power will be analyzed. Credit(s): 3
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HEA 7002 - Higher Education Policy & Accountability
Policy and issues in higher education. Analysis of public expectations of higher education including accountability for student learning and transparency of operating functions. Contemporary public policy issues such as access, affordability, affirmative action, funding for scientific research are analyzed. Practices in accreditation, relationships among institutions to maximize opportunities for students and to provide diverse experiences in order to be prepared to enter the global society, and strategies to adapt to expanding reporting requirements will be compared and critically analyzed to determine best practices. Credit(s): 3
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HEA 7003 - Legal Issues in Higher Education
Higher education legal processes, rights, responsibilities, duties and liabilities of faculty, administrators, and students within the context of higher education. Topics such as academic freedom, affirmative action, free speech, disability rights and access/use of electronically accessed information will be analyzed. Studies from constitutional, statutory, and case law will be addressed. Credit(s): 3
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HEA 7004 - Managing for Financial Performance & Accountability
This course is a shared course for OLM and HEA students.
Critical analysis of theoretical and empirical literature, and best practices about managing innovation and the learning organization. The key transformational role of technology and its impact on emerging core organizational learning capabilities are emphasized. Collaborative work environments, diffusion of innovation, systems thinking, and the technology adoption cycle are examined as means to improve organizational capabilities and managerial competencies required to promote innovation and a learning organization. The cultural structures and processes of a learning organization are explored.
Comparative study of current trends in higher education in the United States and globally including curricular models, delivery methods, cultural influences and implications; global institutional partnerships; governmental involvement, accountability and reporting requirements. Credit(s): 3
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HEA 7005 - Comparative Higher Education
Comparative study of current trends in higher education in the United States and globally including curricular models, delivery methods, cultural influences and implications; global institutional partnerships; governmental involvement, accountability and reporting requirements. Credit(s): 3
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HEA 7006 - The Contemporary College Student
Intellectual, social, psychological, and cultural contexts of the student experience. Leadership role in meeting student and societal expectations for integrated learning and social experiences. Providing appropriate and high quality experiences to students of varying abilities, needs and expectations. Credit(s): 3
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LDS 7001 - Leadership Theory & Research
A foundational course in the critical analysis of seminal theoretical and empirical leadership theories, research and best practices. The concepts and dimensions of leadership are evaluated from the early trait and behavioral theories to the more recent theories which emphasize transformational and servant leadership models. Ethics and morality in leadership decision-making and case studies that examine emerging leadership situations are also analyzed. Credit(s): 3
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LDS 7002 - Leading in a Time of Change
Literature and best practices related to the emerging roles of the leader as an agent of change are examined. Theories and models of change management are evaluated including organizational learning, organizational development, appreciative inquiry, sense-making and contingency approaches. Also examined are forces for change, diagnosis for change, visioning, resistance to change, the recipients of change, and consolidating change. Credit(s): 3
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LDS 7003 - Communications in Global & Diverse Contexts
Communications literature and best practices are analyzed to understand and maximize human interaction in global and diverse contexts. Effective communication for various leadership roles is examined including interpersonal, small group, organizational, and public situations. Skills to develop intercultural competence and evaluating communication barriers that prevent the understanding of a leader’s message are explored. Credit(s): 3
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LDS 7004 - Ethics, Governance & Social Responsibility
Ethical theories and research are examined, along with professional codes of conduct and best practices for effective ethical leadership in global organizations. A review of recurring ethical dilemmas results in the development of a personal code of ethics appropriate for global leadership. The literature and best practices related to the leader’s role in promoting effective governance for a healthy organization along with social responsibility and sustainable development are examined. Credit(s): 3
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LDS 7005 - Global Leadership Development
From a global perspective, leadership development models are analyzed with a focus on organizational and individual outcomes. Leadership development practices are evaluated as they relate to and impact the development of intellectual capital, organizational innovation, talent management, succession planning and executive selection criteria. Leadership development programs for expatriates and effective modes of leadership development for different countries and cultures are analyzed. Credit(s): 3
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LDS 7006 - Developing Human Capital
Classic and recent research, models and best practices for the development of human capital are examined. Approaches to linking organizational strategy, culture, and human resources practices are evaluated with an emphasis on talent development and the use of human capital to create a competitive advantage. Processes to develop and measure individual and team performance are examined. The unique challenges of leading project, virtual and remote teams are analyzed. Credit(s): 3
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LDS 7007 - Global Strategic Leadership
Literature and best practices in the development of strategic initiatives are analyzed with the goal of achieving competitive advantage in the global marketplace. Qualities of strategic leadership and strategic processes are examined including strategy formation, tactical planning and decision-making throughout the organization, as well as pro-activity in addressing environmental challenges and cultural differences. Also analyzed are systems-thinking, “Best-in-Class” benchmarking and partnerships, and employee empowerment. Credit(s): 3
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OLHE 7005 - Managing Financial Performance and Accountability
Critical analysis of theoretical and empirical literature, and best practices for managing private and public organizations to achieve financial accountability and financial performance. Accounting as a managerial tool for assessment of business strategy and tactical implementation are examined. Principles of financial management focusing on the development and use of budgets for planning and control, demonstrating accountability, and establishing priorities within an organization are analyzed. The use of financial data to lead decision-making links between finance and strategic planning, and Sarbanes-Oxley are explored. Creating shareholder value is analyzed, along with links to customer loyalty. Cash flow management, international financial reporting and consolidations employing currency conversions, and the standards of ethical behavior in various countries are examined
NOTE- this shared course is applied to either OLM 7005 or HEA 7004 course requirements based on student concentration choice Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0) This shared course is applied to either OLM 7005 or HEA 7004 course requirements based on student concentration choice
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OLHE 7008 - Global Practicum
The main purpose of the course is to introduce students to indigenous or local leadership theories and practices by providing immersive experiential learning experience and traveling to different cultural destinations. The students are able to apply global leadership concepts studied in global leadership courses to understand leadership phenomena as they manifest across the world. Finally, in addition to experiencing native cultures and learning about local leadership characteristics, students enhance research methods knowledge and skills. World destinations for global practicums differ, and additional descriptions of activities varies per destination. Credit(s): 3 (0 plus 3)
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OLM 7001 - Organizational Behavior & Culture
Critical analysis of theories, research, and best managerial practices which impact human behavior in organizational, national and global contexts. The study of how culture informs and shapes all aspects of behavior and communication is emphasized. With a focus on achieving long-term, high quality performance and highly engaged associates, the key dimensions of rapidly changing organizations and transnational organizations are examined including the psychology of individual differences, motivation, groups and interpersonal influence, and emerging complex organizational structures and processes. Credit(s): 3
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OLM 7002 - Marketing Theory & Research
Critical analysis of foundational marketing theories and research including marketing mix, consumer behavior, direct marketing, brand management, and marketing communications in economic and behavioral contexts. Also analyzed are emerging theories for 21st century marketing including international marketing, services marketing, social marketing, global marketing, and e-marketing. Research activities are examined such as data gathering and analysis of qualitative and quantitative information to drive marketing strategies. Contemporary issues and challenges impacting the future of marketing are examined in terms of their influence on marketing management functions. Credit(s): 3
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OLM 7003 - Service Science Management & Development
During the last twenty years most industrial and manufacturing economies have evolved into service and information-based economies. To advance this transformation within organizations a new, interdisciplinary field of “service science” has emerged that combines the relevant knowledge of science, business and technology. The literature and best practices of this emerging field are analyzed including the nature of service systems and their development, the management of systematic transformation, and strategic service management planning. A key dimension of service science to be examined is service innovation that will increase productivity and efficiencies, will grow revenues by developing new services, and will improve the service experience to increase customer loyalty and market share. Credit(s): 3
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OLM 7004 - Managing Innovation & the Learning Organization
Critical analysis of theoretical and empirical literature, and best practices about managing innovation and the learning organization. The key transformational role of technology and its impact on emerging core organizational learning capabilities are emphasized. Collaborative work environments, diffusion of innovation, systems thinking, and the technology adoption cycle are examined as means to improve organizational capabilities and managerial competencies required to promote innovation and a learning organization. The cultural structures and processes of a learning organization are explored. Credit(s): 3
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OLM 7006 - Strategic Development of Multinational Organizations
Critically analyze theoretical and empirical literature, and best practices of the strategic management processes for multinational organizations. Foundational concepts for competitive analysis and both short and long-term competitive success are examined including barriers to effective strategic management, Porter’s competitive advantages system, and multinational strategic management development. The emerging literature and best practices of value chain analysis, supply chain management, and the global context of organizational sustainability are reviewed to provide recommendations to create and strengthen the organization’s competitive advantage and to sustain superior performance. The structure, reporting responsibilities and centralized/decentralized strengths and weaknesses of a multinational organization are explored. Credit(s): 3
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RES 7000 - Introduction to Research Methods
This course emphasizes basic principles and techniques employed in social and behavior science research methods. More specifically, students will review a variety of research methods and will be introduced to the basics of research design. This course will discuss sampling techniques, descriptive, inferential statistics, and basics of testing hypothesis. Students will practice formulating research questions and hypotheses; and interpreting and critiquing statistical results found in peer-reviewed empirical studies. Students will also be able to practice using SPSS. Credit(s): 3
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RES 7011 - Research Critique
Prerequisite(s): RES 7000
This course helps enhance students’ skills in conceptual argument construction and research analysis. Students will review empirical studies in global leadership and critically evaluate structure, effectiveness, logic and flow of arguments. Students will also examine research purpose, effective hypothesis construction, variables, and research methods. The course will use qualitative and quantitative peer-reviewed articles for research critique. In addition, students will learn about basic and applied natures of research. Finally, students will practice writing research proposals to reflect the applied nature of global leadership scholarship. Credit(s): 3
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RES 7012 - Research Design
Prerequisite(s): RES 7000 , RES 7011
The purpose of this course is to advance students’ understanding of theory formation and provide students with skills to design effective research in applied settings. The course will examine selection and application of different qualitative and quantitative methodologies for conducting research. It will also evaluate effective research based on connection between methods, data, and arguments. Students will be required to develop a research proposal for an applied project to convert challenges faced by global leaders into research questions or hypotheses and design an applied study that addresses them. Credit(s): 3
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RES 7013 - Quantitative Methods In Research
Prerequisite(s): RES 7000 , RES 7011 , RES 7012
This course focuses on the application of quantitative research methods. It presumes basic knowledge of the research process and familiarity with quantitative studies in the field of global leadership. Students will use SPSS software application to analyze bivariate and multivariate parametric and non-parametric statistics, and will interpret and report results in a series of exercises. The course will introduce general purpose and description of the factor analysis; and general purpose of the structural equation modeling. Students will evaluate peer-reviewed research articles, apply course content to design a research proposal, and conduct a pilot student to answer research questions or test hypotheses. Credit(s): 3
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RES 7014 - Qualitative Methods In Research
Prerequisite(s): RES 7000 , RES 7011 , RES 7012
The course is designed to provide students with more in-depth understanding of naturalistic, qualitative research methods. Students will review philosophical assumptions underlying qualitative paradigms and will learn about design, purposeful sampling, field work, and data collection methods. Course will introduce students to current data analysis techniques and computer software used to analyze qualitative data. Throughout the course, students will read and critically evaluate peer-reviewed qualitative studies. Students will also gain first-hand experience in the qualitative research process by designing and conducting a study, analyzing and interpreting their data, and writing and presenting a report on their findings. Credit(s): 3
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