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This course is required in the first semester of admission for select transfer students to the College of Health Professions (CoHP) to complete the criminal back-ground check (CBC) and drug screen (DS) testing. This course is also a primer regarding the importance of professionalism in healthcare and patient privacy and the use of universal precautions and safety requirements for the healthcare setting. An introduction to the CoHP practicum and/or clinical professional practice experience will be included. An introduction to the current CoHP Student Handbook is included in the course. A $160.00 fee is charged to cover the costs of the CBC/DS process. Note: If the CBC/DS process is not completed in the specified timeframe, a failing grade will be given for the course. Additional Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course successfully

Nursing is an evidenced based profession focused on the community welfare on an individual basis. The Foundations of Nursing and Critical Thinking course looks at nursing as an art and a science with the primary goal being the promotion of the quality of life throughout the life cycle as it relates to the individual. This course is designed on theoretical bases and strategies for adaptation through health promotion. The student will learn to utilize critical thinking skills in the application of nursing theory to the practice of professional nursing and to the nursing process. Introductory content covers such topics as the health care system, communication, nursing processes, client teaching, documentation, and discharge planning. Topics such as HIPAA, communicable diseases, pain management, and bioterrorism are also discussed. In this course the student will be introduced to the Nursing Process format with an emphasis on the nurse?s role in providing competent client care. Nursing Out

This course introduces basic knowledge, skills, and critical thinking concepts necessary for delivery of bedside nursing. The student will begin to apply the nursing process through patient care experiences. The clinical learning objectives focus on meeting the basic needs of the geriatric and chronically ill person. Historical nursing perspectives, legal and ethical standards for nursing practice will also be explored. A $185.00 charge for Simulation Lab, lab supplies and CastleBranch document tracking is included in NURS101C. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from a clinical experience will result in a grade of F. NURS101C requires 90 hours of clinical for the semester. A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS101 and NURS101C

This course provides drug therapy foundations for the delivery of safe patient care. Emphasis will be placed on the nursing management of drug therapy, the basics of core drug knowledge and patient related variables in drug administration. Additionally, the nursing management of drugs affecting various body systems, disease states, and other health conditions will be considered. A fee of $200.00 is charged in this course for an online pharmacology resource. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Co-requisite(s): NURS101 and NURS101C Recommended Prerequisite(s): BIOL221, BIOL221L, CHEM150 and CHEM150L are recommended for BSN-PL students only.

This course provides additional drug therapy foundations for the delivery of safe patient care. Emphasis will be placed on the nursing management of drug therapy, the basics of core drug knowledge and patient related variables in drug administration. Additionally, the nursing management of drugs affecting various body systems, disease states, and other health conditions will be considered. A fee of $200.00 is charged in this course for an online pharmacology resource. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): NURS101, NURS101C and NURS125

This course is designed to introduce the nursing student to the fundamentals of nutrition. Integration of the nursing process will be achieved through case studies and care plans designed for the adult client with nutritional health needs. This course will define the role of nutrients in the human body, as well as family and community nutrition. A strong emphasis will be placed on clinical nutrition in the acute care setting. There is a $200.00 fee in this course for ATI?s Nurses Touch. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Recommended Co-requisite(s): NURS101 and NURS101C are recommended for BSN-PL students only. Prerequisite(s): BIOL115 or BIOL221 and BIOL221L

This course covers the normal aging processes, characteristics of aging, special problems associated with aging, and caring for the aging adult. This course also focuses on the health and illness of clients with emotional and psychosocial difficulties and psychiatric illnesses. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the nurse-patient relationship and the therapeutic use of self in the clinical setting through verbal and written communication, and one-on-one interactions in the role of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Additional emphasis is placed on the LPN?s role in interdisciplinary treatment planning, utilization of the nursing process, and the impact of culture in the care of the aging adult and in mental health illnesses. A $200.00 ATI exam fee is charged in this course. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS144 and NURS144C Co-requisite(s): NURS135 Prerequisite(s): NURS101 and NURS101C

This course focuses on acute nursing care of adult clients with common, less complex medical or surgical health needs. The student will utilize the nursing process to develop critical thinking skills to implement a holistic plan of care to a diverse population with various medical or surgical abnormalities in a structured setting. A $235.00 fee for ATI LPN and CastleBranch document tracking is charged in this course. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from a clinical experience will result in a grade of F. NURS144C requires 180 hours of clinical for the semester. A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS144 and NURS144C Co-requisite(s): NURS135 Prerequisite(s): NURS101 and NURS101C

This course focuses on the psychological and physiological changes occurring in the childbearing client/family as well as normal growth and development in children. The student will be able to explain normal changes in the pregnant woman as well as describing common, well-defined childhood illnesses. Using the nursing process the student will be able to care for a diverse childbearing client population in the acute setting and a diverse pediatric client population in a well-child community setting. A $200 fee for ATI LPN Is charged in this course. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS165 and NURS165C Prerequisite(s): NURS144 and NURS144C

This course focuses on the psychological and physiological changes occurring in the childbearing client/family as well as normal growth and development in children. The student will be able to explain normal changes in the pregnant woman as well as describing common, well-defined childhood illnesses. Using the nursing process the student will be able to care for a diverse childbearing client population in the acute setting and a diverse pediatric client population in a well-child community setting. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from a clinical experience will result in a grade of F. NURS165C requires 45 hours of clinical for the semester. A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS165 and NURS165C Prerequisite(s): NURS144 and NURS144C

This course covers the normal aging processes, characteristics of aging, special problems associated with aging, and caring for the aging adult. This course also focuses on the health and illness of clients with emotional and psychosocial difficulties and psychiatric illnesses. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the nurse-patient relationship and the therapeutic use of self in the clinical setting through verbal and written communication, and one-on-one interactions in the role of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Additional emphasis is placed on the LPN's role in interdisciplinary treatment planning, utilization of the nursing process, and the impact of culture in the care of the aging adult and in mental health illnesses. A $200 fee for ATI LPN Is charged in this course. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Co-requisite(s): PSYC101 Prerequisite(s): NURS144 and NURS144C

This course will provide leadership and management processes for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to apply with the current health care industry. Students will explore how culture, delegation, ethics and law, and the process of change, assists to build a team of health care providers within the scope of the LPN practice. This course will focus on management theory; stressing effective communication and conflict resolution skills with staff, clients, families and physicians. A $300 fee for ATI LPN Is charged in this course. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully Prerequisite(s): Course to be completed in the final semester of the Practical Nursing Diploma program.

This course is the first of a two semester sequence that provides a foundation in human anatomy, physiology and the disease process for students in the Health Information Management and Allied Health programs. Students will learn anatomical and physiological terminology, homeostatic mechanisms, and other fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. Students will study the structure, function, common disease processes, characteristics, and treatments related to the following body systems:  integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, senses, and endocrine.  Each organ system will be studied with emphasis on the relation-ship between systems. There is a $55.00 software fee included in this course.

* A grade of C+ or better is required for successful completion of all BIOL courses. Students who may eventually wish to submit an application to the BSN Pre-Licensure program are strongly encouraged to complete BIOL221 3 credit, BIOL221L 1 credit, BIOL222 3 credits and BIOL222L 1 credit instead of BIOL115 and BIOL116. You will also be required to complete BIOL110 3 credits and BIOL110L 1 credit which are the prerequisites to BIOL221/BIOL221L.

This course is the second of a two-semester sequence that provides a foundation in human anatomy, physiology and the disease process for students in the Health Information Management and Allied Health programs. This course expands on previously gained knowledge in the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Students will continue to learn anatomical and physiological terminology, homeostatic mechanisms, and other fundamental principles of anatomy and physi-ology.  Students will study the structure, function, common disease processes, characteristics, and treatments related to the following body systems:  blood and circulation, cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive.  Each organ system will be studied with emphasis on the relationship between systems. There is a $55.00 software fee included in this course.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of BIOL115 with a C grade or above.

* A grade of C+ or better is required for successful completion of all BIOL courses. Students who may eventually wish to submit an application to the BSN Pre-Licensure program are strongly encouraged to complete BIOL221 3 credit, BIOL221L 1 credit, BIOL222 3 credits and BIOL222L 1 credit instead of BIOL115 and BIOL116. You will also be required to complete BIOL110 3 credits and BIOL110L 1 credit which are the prerequisites to BIOL221/BIOL221L.

This course introduces students to expository and persuasive writing. Employing critical thinking and the writing process, students will compose academic essays utilizing a variety of modes. They will also analyze and respond to a variety of academic and professional readings. Students will evaluate information and audience to improve form and content. Students are also introduced to the research process, including finding, evaluating, and documenting sources, to complete a short research project using the American Psychological Association Style. Online sections of ENGL109 will have a $65.00 fee for books. Note: ENGL109L is a 0 credit hour lab utilized in the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP). There is a $300.00 lab fee included in ENGL109L. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate test scores or successful completion of ENGL021. Student must also complete a diagnostic writing sample.

This course is designed to prepare students for the traditional calculus sequence. Course coverage includes the definitions, properties, and arithmetic of algebraic expressions, solving equations and inequalities, an introduction to functions, graphing equations and functions (e.g., linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic). The course also includes a brief introduction to right triangle trigonometry. Techniques of problem solving and applications are integrated throughout the course. Note: In-seat and online sections will have an $85.00 ebook/MyMathLab fee included with the course. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate test scores or successful completion of MATH030. Students must also successfully complete an assessment exam on the first day of class.

This course provides an overview of psychological principles. Students learn basic theories and concepts to understand the dynamics of human behavior in a variety of settings.

This course examines the application of digital marketing tools to attract interest, influence consumers, and retain customers. Students will gain knowledge of customer relationship management using digital technology such as the Internet, social media, as well as emerging digital media platforms. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

This course presents the theoretical and applied fundamentals of consumer and organizational behavior. Students will develop an understanding of how and why consumers and organizational buyers are influenced in the decision- making process. Emphasis is placed on internal and external behavior influencers including cultural and inter-cultural contexts, psychological and sociological influences, attitudinal as well as situational pressures and their impact on the consumer decision-making process. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

This course provides students with strategies to define a brand?s position by focusing on developing a broad understanding of competitors, customer?s needs, and market opportunities. The student will explore new brand development, how to define a brand by utilizing customer and competitor analyses, how to create a sustainable market position, create and manage a brand, and identify brand equity dimensions. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

This course focuses on the study of the theoretical and practical application of integrated marketing communications. The strategy development includes exposure to the elements of the integrated marketing communications mix: advertising, sales promotion, public relations, interactive marketing, and personal selling. In addition, media strategy, creative strategy, integrated marketing communication objectives, and budget determination are explored. The course format includes case studies and/or group projects to exhibit topic comprehension. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

GPMT699 - This course prepares students for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification examination developed and conducted by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This exam-prep course provides a focused review of all subject matter for the Project Management Certification. It uses questions from prior certification exams to help students become familiar with the format, content and nature of the exam. Notes: Successful completion of this preparatory course does not guarantee the passing exam. Students who completed GPMT499 are not eligible to complete this course and may not use the undergraduate course as a substitution within their graduate program.

Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

MGMT735 - This course analyzes the knowledge and skills necessary to be a successful project leader. Methods of planning, executing, managing, and evaluating complex projects are studied in detail. Topics include project selection, project organizational structures, project scheduling and budgeting, workflow analysis, adhering to timelines, forming teams, negotiations and communications with team members, monitoring progress, and project auditing. This course utilizes MSProject software. Access to a PC platform is strongly recommended for this portion of the course. A $65.00 Project Management Simulation access fee is charged in this course. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640 or FINC610

This course is designed to introduce the graduate student to the whole spectrum of human resources' responsibilities and major functions. Topics include staffing, compensation, training, organizational development, employee and labor relations, human resources information systems, and global HR management. An emphasis will be placed upon learning the specific human resources' disciplines and how to strategically apply that knowledge to solve organization-wide issues. Note: A grade of C of better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

Students analyze the management functions of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling and apply these functions to situations managers encounter as they achieve organizational objectives. This certification course emphasizes the application of real-world, practical management skills and techniques over theories, critical thinking and decision-making over rote knowledge. This course requires a course fee of $635.00 for the Certified Manager (CM) Bundle that includes three textbooks, three exams administered by the Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) and access to CM on-lines services. Note: Students are responsible to determine if they meet the professional requirements to take the CM exam at the ICPM website www icpm.biz. Successful completion of this course does not guarantee the passing of the Certified Manager exam.

*Students who completed MGMT399 are not eligible to complete MGMT699 and may not use the undergraduate class as a substitute for MGMT699.

This course addresses the means of creating customer value in manufacturing and service businesses through the design and implementation of effective internal operations management (OM) in relationship to supply chain management (SCM). Topics include product, service, and process design, capacity planning and utilization, facilities planning, cost controls, materials management, work and resource scheduling, statistical process control, supply chain management, and quality assurance. Project management is presented in relationship to SCM/OM concepts and practices. In this course students learn to apply the concepts by conducting a supply management simulation. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A simulation access fee of $25.00 is required. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640, BUSN688, ECON625, and FINC620

This course studies sustainable business frameworks including the three-part bottom line; environmental, social and economic capital as drivers of business value creation and innovation. Sustainability best practices are explored at the national and global levels along with their implementation by businesses. The role of business and government sectors in fostering sustainability is examined. Disruptive innovation associated with clean technology and serving the poor at the base of the pyramid is also studied. Natural ecosystems processes and change are explored, along with human influences on climate change, land use, and resource extraction. Sustainability is examined from the perspective of one of the biggest business opportunities for present day companies. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

This course examines the legal and ethical dimensions involved in healthcare management. Students will learn the types of laws that impact healthcare organizations, including: tort, criminal, and civil. Students will examine issues that extend beyond the legal dimension and explore ethical dilemmas that are periodically encountered by healthcare leaders. Student will study, ethical theories and be provided with ethical decision making models or processes that can assist them in critically analyzing and resolving ethical dilemmas. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

HCMG745 - This course integrates the knowledge and skills developed in previous courses into the context of health services practice management. Emphasis will be placed on the application of best business practices providing practical, proven solutions for the “real-world” concerns. These include billing, coding, collections, electronic medical records, technology, work flow, office layout, staffing, compensation, reducing malpractice risk, OSHA, HIPAA, vendor relations, compliance, and marketing. Students will be able to apply these methods to effectively manage any health services practice. This course will integrate higher levels practice management principles for a health care organizations. Emphasis will be on strong practice-to-patient relationships and adhering to a model of patient-centered medical care. Included in discussions will be operational resources related to current and future use of technology. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.
Prerequisite(s): HCMG730 and HCMG750

HCMG770 - This course integrates the knowledge and skills developed in previous courses in the Health Care Management program into the context of strategic management of health care organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the application of total quality management and/or continuous quality improvement initiatives in improving efficiency and cost containment in a health care setting. Tools for TQM and CQI will be discussed and demonstrated through casework. Students will be able to apply these methods to affect change throughout their organization. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.
Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

The focus of this course is to provide a working knowledge of payment policies and reimbursement methodologies used in health care and how they vary by payment source (governmental, private, and capitated insurance). Methodologies used by facilities and practitioners will be applied and compared. Factors affecting payment will be discussed. Costing methodologies, revenue cycle management, purchasing strategies, budgeting, and variance analysis applied to health care are examined. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

This course will examine the information needs of the health care industry with emphasis on policy development and continual environmental change. Topics covered include an overview of health informatics, interoperability, information governance, health care regulations and standards, and the protection and dissemination of e-health information. Ethical concerns and data stewardship are also included in evaluating the total information needs of the health care institution. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. This course requires a $75.00 NEEHR Perfect Access and Use fee. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

Most of the information required to plan and control business operations, and the data required to create and sustain a competitive advantage, come from the accounting system and the reports that are generated. This course analyzes the management structure and process in which this information is generated, the construction and application of managerial accounting data, cost behavior and cost assignment. Students will also examine product cost within activity based costing, job order costing, and process costing. Controlling cost through the use of standard cost system and budgeting are explored. In addition, this course covers business decision-making using relevant information from activity costing, variable/fixed analysis, cost-volume-profit analysis, quality costing, and productivity analysis. Students will analyze and evaluate managerial accounting functions and decision cases in light of managing a business, making financing decisions, and generating growth and income within the

This course provides the student with an understanding of quantitative analysis methods used in contemporary business to effectively determine business situations, prescribe needed data and develop decision-support data. Students apply regression and time-series analysis to develop business forecasts and develop probability assessments related to decision-making in a variety of business disciplines including marketing, finance, production, and human resources management. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520 and STAT500

This course is an exploration of microeconomic theory and practices which explain real-world behavior in a firm and society. A practical, problem-solving approach to decision-making is used to learn how economic concepts serve as the basis for many challenges and decisions that confront today?s managers. Topics to be covered include an overview of supply and demand, forecasting demand, production and cost analysis, statistical analysis of economic relationships, market structure and organization, the role of government in a market economy, pricing a firm?s output, risk analysis, and capital budgeting. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): STAT500

This course focuses on the application of financial theory and concepts for management decision making with emphasis on the practical aspects of finance. Students learn how to analyze a company?s financial information and practice financial planning. Students evaluate the capital investment process, the corporate restructuring process, as well as bankruptcy analysis. In addition, students explore the financial decision-making process relating to working capital management and international finance. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): FINC510

This course is designed to provide new ways of thinking about leadership philosophies and strategies to influence the behaviors of individuals and groups in organizations. Students begin with an exploration of the nature of effective leadership and leadership theories. Understanding power, creating change, developing teams, and guiding group decisions are examined in the context of the roles of a leader. Students learn how to recognize leadership traits and approaches so they can develop their own leadership style. Case studies involving real-world situations that confront leaders are used so that students can formulate strategies to improve the performance of followers through effective leadership. Note: This course requires a $55.00 Peregrine assessment. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course focuses on marketing strategies and tactics, which are the tools that managers use to increase sales and profits of products and services. Identifying and employing the most effective strategies are critical to the success of any firm. In this course students explore market segmentation, product, price, distribution, promotion, international, and strategic marketing strategies and tactics. Case studies are used to provide an opportunity to conduct situation analysis, identify SWOTs (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats), and recommend appropriate strategies and tactics that will attract, satisfy, and retain customers. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

GPMT699 - This course prepares students for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification examination developed and conducted by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This exam-prep course provides a focused review of all subject matter for the Project Management Certification. It uses questions from prior certification exams to help students become familiar with the format, content and nature of the exam. Notes: Successful completion of this preparatory course does not guarantee the passing exam. Students who completed GPMT499 are not eligible to complete this course and may not use the undergraduate course as a substitution within their graduate program.

Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

MGMT735 - This course analyzes the knowledge and skills necessary to be a successful project leader. Methods of planning, executing, managing, and evaluating complex projects are studied in detail. Topics include project selection, project organizational structures, project scheduling and budgeting, workflow analysis, adhering to timelines, forming teams, negotiations and communications with team members, monitoring progress, and project auditing. This course utilizes MSProject software. Access to a PC platform is strongly recommended for this portion of the course. A $65.00 Project Management Simulation access fee is charged in this course. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640 or FINC610

This course is designed to introduce the graduate student to the whole spectrum of human resources' responsibilities and major functions. Topics include staffing, compensation, training, organizational development, employee and labor relations, human resources information systems, and global HR management. An emphasis will be placed upon learning the specific human resources' disciplines and how to strategically apply that knowledge to solve organization-wide issues. Note: A grade of C of better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

Students analyze the management functions of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling and apply these functions to situations managers encounter as they achieve organizational objectives. This certification course emphasizes the application of real-world, practical management skills and techniques over theories, critical thinking and decision-making over rote knowledge. This course requires a course fee of $635.00 for the Certified Manager (CM) Bundle that includes three textbooks, three exams administered by the Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) and access to CM on-lines services. Note: Students are responsible to determine if they meet the professional requirements to take the CM exam at the ICPM website www icpm.biz. Successful completion of this course does not guarantee the passing of the Certified Manager exam.

*Students who completed MGMT399 are not eligible to complete MGMT699 and may not use the undergraduate class as a substitute for MGMT699.

This course studies sustainable business frameworks including the three-part bottom line; environmental, social and economic capital as drivers of business value creation and innovation. Sustainability best practices are explored at the national and global levels along with their implementation by businesses. The role of business and government sectors in fostering sustainability is examined. Disruptive innovation associated with clean technology and serving the poor at the base of the pyramid is also studied. Natural ecosystems processes and change are explored, along with human influences on climate change, land use, and resource extraction. Sustainability is examined from the perspective of one of the biggest business opportunities for present day companies. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

This course addresses the means of creating customer value in manufacturing and service businesses through the design and implementation of effective internal operations management (OM) in relationship to supply chain management (SCM). Topics include product, service, and process design, capacity planning and utilization, facilities planning, cost controls, materials management, work and resource scheduling, statistical process control, supply chain management, and quality assurance. Project management is presented in relationship to SCM/OM concepts and practices. In this course students learn to apply the concepts by conducting a supply management simulation. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A simulation access fee of $25.00 is required. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640, BUSN688, ECON625, and FINC620

An interdisciplinary approach to organization design and development serves as the foundation to evaluate organization performance at many levels. This class emphasizes the alignment of organizational design objectives, which focus on structure and systems to improve efficiency, with organizational development objectives to improve individual performance, group effectiveness and organizational culture. Within the context of an organization?s mission and stakeholder set, the influence of different structures and systems on organizational culture and communication are evaluated to identify the optimum design that will support long term performance and development goals. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700 or MGMT653,

The nature of the global economy and constantly changing environments results in organizations that must be adaptable to be successful. Nothing changes until people?s behaviors change. This course will focus on the role a transformational leader plays in creating a culture of change and managing change. Transformational leaders direct change by creating a compelling shared vision and effectively communicating this vision to all stakeholders. The full range of transformational leadership behaviors and strategies to build and sustain a culture that embraces change will be explored. Case studies and real-life scenarios will be used to better understand resistance to change, change obstacles, ethical ramifications, and how a leader can anticipate and overcome these challenges. Prerequisite(s): MGMT653 or MGMT760

This course reinforces concepts from previous courses and introduces new concepts for managing organizations in the short and long term. Students learn that managing effectively requires that leaders be aware of, adjust for, and anticipate changing internal and competitive conditions. Concepts such as global competition, strategic planning, international trading alliances, quality and ethical considerations are integrated into the coursework. Skills relating to negotiating, technology, human resources and operations management are simultaneously developed. Students strengthen their decision-making skills utilizing current financial data, economic indicators, and tracking of stock market activity and interest rates to enhance their organization?s performance. Students present their results in a final format using financial statements and management reports. An $85.00 Comprehensive Business Simulation access fee is charged in this course. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the f

This course provides the summative and integrative experience that serves as the capstone of the MBA program. Conducted in the form of an interactive business simulation, the student applies their knowledge of business principles and practices as they analyze conditions, develop appropriate strategies and make implementation decisions. In addition, comprehensive case studies are used to apply the strategic management process to a variety of business settings. Finally, this course serves as the student?s final assessment of overall program learning. Note: This course requires a $130.00 Business Strategy Simulation, and a Peregrine assessment for the end of the program. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): This class must be taken as the last class in the MBA program

ACES100 - This course presents the skills needed for university success and initiates students to career planning and development. Students evaluate their abilities and interests in order to develop career goals and align these goals with an appropriate course of study. Through a career investigation project, students are introduced to research techniques. Students also improve on academic skills necessary to successfully complete university work, such as critical thinking, study techniques, and test taking strategies. In addition, students are introduced to important dynamics of interpersonal communication and conflict resolution. The course also orients students to the University, to the Davenport University Excellence System, and to other elements of the Davenport curriculum. (This course is required for all new business and technology students, except those transferring with 30 or more semester credits.)

Open Elective - Any course at the 100 level or above that is not already required in program.

This course introduces and applies the theories and principles of effective communication. Students learn to organize and present clear, logical messages to specific audiences. They develop confidence in public speaking and increase their ability to inform and persuade listeners. They also implement critical thinking and listening skills. Finally, students exhibit the skills and tools necessary to construct, organize, and deliver effective speeches.

The basics of data analytics are introduced including descriptive, predictive and prescriptive statistics, regression analysis, and data visualization. The instructional approach is an application-based introduction to data analytics practices such as data cleaning, data organization for analysis, and exploratory data analysis. A key component of instruction is an emphasis on hands-on practice with data analysis projects and presentation of results to multiple audiences. Techniques examined emphasize applicability in multiple organizational sectors including business, healthcare, and technology. There is a $100.00 SPSS software fee included in this course. Prerequisite(s): STAT220

This course introduces students to economics. Students learn the basics of supply and demand; the market economy; elasticity; the foundation of consumer demand; the theory of the business firm and costs of production; the market structures of perfect competition, monopoly, oligopoly, and monopolistic competition; theories of labor unions and wages; antitrust policy; and the microeconomic view of international business. Prerequisite(s): ENGL109 and MATH125

This course introduces students to economics, the schools of economic thought, and international economics. Students learn the methodology, concepts, and terminology of macroeconomics, including principles, theories, and tools. They also study banking, money, the Federal Reserve System, and monetary theory. In addition, macroeconomic problems such as inflation, unemployment, economic growth, and globalization are discussed. Note: Online sections will have a $90.00 fee included with tuition charges. Prerequisite(s): ENGL109 and MATH125

This course introduces students to expository and persuasive writing. Employing critical thinking and the writing process, students will compose academic essays utilizing a variety of modes. They will also analyze and respond to a variety of academic and professional readings. Students will evaluate information and audience to improve form and content. Students are also introduced to the research process, including finding, evaluating, and documenting sources, to complete a short research project using the American Psychological Association Style. Online sections of ENGL109 will have a $65.00 fee for books. Note: ENGL109L is a 0 credit hour lab utilized in the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP). There is a $300.00 lab fee included in ENGL109L. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate test scores or successful completion of ENGL021. Student must also complete a diagnostic writing sample.

This course further develops the skills in expository and persuasive writing that were introduced in ENGL109, English Composition. Students develop critical thinking through the creation of essays and documents that use argumentation and persuasion. As a team, students collaborate to present a required assignment to the class. Students learn to research, evaluate, and incorporate information from both primary and secondary sources, to document secondary sources using APA format, and to analyze information and audiences to improve form and content. Online sections will have an $55.00 ebook fee included with the course. Prerequisite(s): ENGL109

This course develops the written and presentation skills necessary for success in professional, supervisory, or managerial positions. Emphasis on communication in both on-paper and digital media is included. Students also learn to use a variety of formats, styles, and delivery systems to achieve the clear, concise, and professional communication required to communicate in global markets. To stress the importance of workplace communication, students create a major professional document as a team. Prerequisite(s): ENGL110 and COMM120

This course is designed to prepare students for the traditional calculus sequence. Course coverage includes the definitions, properties, and arithmetic of algebraic expressions, solving equations and inequalities, an introduction to functions, graphing equations and functions (e.g., linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic). The course also includes a brief introduction to right triangle trigonometry. Techniques of problem solving and applications are integrated throughout the course. Note: In-seat and online sections will have an $85.00 ebook/MyMathLab fee included with the course. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate test scores or successful completion of MATH030. Students must also successfully complete an assessment exam on the first day of class.

Any course at the 100 level or above from the following categories not required in the program may be taken for Social Science credit:

ECON   HIST   POLS   PROX191   PSYC   SABR   SOCY   SOSC

This course introduces students to the complex issues surrounding diversity in U.S. society and to the need for understanding difference in an increasingly globalized world. Students will explore the social-historical context of multiple experiences on individual, cultural and institutional levels. They will analyze the complex interactions regarding diversity in organizations. Students will also evaluate their own thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors in order to understand their roles in a diverse society. Note: Course sections which are designated (EL) in the title will have an $85.00 field trip fee included with tuition.

This is the basic statistics course in which students learn to collect, analyze, present and interpret data. Descriptive and inferential statistical methods are applied in problem-solving and decision-making situations. Analysis of large, real-world data sets will be performed using statistical software. Online sections will have an $85.00 fee for eBook and MyMathLab. Prerequisite(s): MATH125

This course is an introduction to accounting principles emphasizing the operation of a business as a sole proprietorship and covers the complete accounting cycle for merchandising and service entities. Partnership accounting is also covered. The application of computer technology to accounting processes is integrated into this course. Note: A grade of C or better is required to take the next course in the sequence. Co-requisite(s): BITS211 or CISP111 and MATH125

This course continues the study of accounting principles with special emphasis on corporations, and basic principles of managerial accounting. Note: A $25.00 practice set fee is included in this course. Note: A grade of C or better is required to take ACCT301 Prerequisite(s): BITS211 or CISP111, MATH125, and completion of ACCT201 with a C grade or above.

This course explores applied ethics, focusing on social and professional situations especially in the fields of business, law, and tech-nology. Students learn ethical theory as they examine the complexities of ethical dilemmas. Students also compare and contrast ethical and moral systems. In addition, students apply creative and critical thinking to ethical dilemmas involving professional and social responsibility. A $55.00 Peregrine assessment fee is charged in this course.

This course surveys the main components of the business systems cycle. The five phases of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) (systems planning, system analysis, systems design, systems implementation, and system operation and support) will be investigated. Students will look at how many of the typical business needs are incorporated into a business system. These may include invoicing, accounts receivable, order entry, inventory, accounts payable, payroll, manufacturing, and sales/marketing. Participation in a group project, site visit, or case study will give students a sense of group dynamics in real-world systems development projects. Recommended Prerequisite(s): CISP100

This course covers the fundamental principles of corporate finance. Students will be introduced to various methods of company analysis, the term structure of interest rates, the relationship between risk and return, time value of money principles, security analysis, cost of capital and capital structure, and capital budgeting techniques. Prerequisite(s): ACCT201

Students gain an essential understanding of the discipline and approach to the management of projects in a global environment. Topics explained include project definition, resource planning, project scheduling with Gantt charts, project control, as well as planning and scheduling with limited resources. Topics are explored from both a quantitative and qualitative perspective. Students learn and utilize project software throughout the course. Various techniques used in planning, scheduling, ROI, and controlling projects will be explored and applied through the use of simulations. A $65.00 simulation access fee is charged in this course. Prerequisite(s): HLTH211, MGMT211 or CISP111

This survey course covers the fundamental principles of business law, including the legal system, dispute resolution, government regulation torts, and crimes affecting business, contracts, sales, and agency. Court decisions are used to encourage analytical thinking. Co-requisite(s): ENGL110

This course provides a foundation in basic management principles with special application and focus on the supervisory level of management. The four universal functions of management (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) are explored. Students learn the theories and study their impact on the history of management practices. Proper case analysis process is also examined and applied through the discussion of various supervisory/managerial case situations. Co-requisite(s): ENGL110

This course explores the role of marketing in society and in the success of an organization. Students learn and apply the strategies, tactics and terminology used by market-oriented businesses. Through critical thinking exercises and case analysis, students become familiar with the primary tools of marketing including market segmentation, product, pricing, marketing communication, and marketing channel strategies. Co-requisite(s): ENGL110

This course focuses on the international dimensions of business by clarifying and classifying country differences with regard to political economy. International Trade Theory, Foreign Direct Investment, and the Global Monetary System are explained. Emphasis is placed on competing in the global marketplace. International business situations dealing with trade, ethical dilemmas and globalization are examined with the use of proper case analysis techniques. Prerequisite(s): MGMT211

While ?Google? has become synonymous with search, it is only one of many tools available to researchers today. BUSN303 directs students to original data sources ? public and private, internal and external ? that lead to unique insights and data-driven business decisions. Students will complete a secondary research project, from problem definition through presentation of results, and gather/analyze data from a wide variety of resources. This course prepares students for future research success, both academically and in the world of business. Prerequisite(s): BITS211, MKTG211, STAT220, MGMT211, or SPMG211

BUSN489 (3cr.) - This course provides students the opportunity to apply discipline-related knowledge through live, field-based projects with organizational clients from diverse industries and sectors, including entrepreneurs, small businesses, and non-profit organizations, among others. Teams of three to five students, with support of faculty, provide data, analysis, and recommendations designed to help clients achieve new insights on organizational challenges and to impact growth. This course is one option to meet the Experiential Learning requirement in the D.W. Maine College of Business.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3.

MGMT490 (3 or 6cr.) - Contact Regional Internship Manager at least two semesters prior to enrolling.
This bachelor-level Management Internship is the integration of previous classroom instruction with new learning acquired through on-the-job work experience. The employment experience should be related as closely as possible to the student’s major field and individual interest. In general, 150–200 hours of career-related work time shall be required at the employment site and evidenced by weekly reports filed by the student. Students will be given information concerning placement site possibilities; however, responsibility for selection by the internship employer rests with the student. The internship may be either paid or unpaid. An appropriate faculty member and the site supervisor will evaluate the student’s performance. Note(s): Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from an internship will result in a grade of F. A Criminal Background check and drug screening may be required by the Internship site. A $30.00 Insurance fee and a $30.00 Internship Management fee are charged in this course.
Prerequisite(s): Junior status; Business Foundations completed; a minimum of 9 credits completed in the major in residency at DU; a minimum 2.7 GPA in the major and cumulative Davenport GPA of 2.7.

Students will demonstrate their ability to make strategic and tactical decisions that are grounded in research information, data and financial analysis through the development of an integrative, comprehensive and cohesive business plan for an organization with international growth potential. Note: There is a $145.00 fee for this course which includes Peregrine assessment, Harvard Case Study Collection, and Capstone Simulation. Prerequisite(s): This course must be taken in the last semester

This course examines the management of systems and processes that create goods and/or services. Quantitative modeling techniques are used to analyze the operations and control processes associated with productivity, capacity and quality assurance. Other topics explored include forecasting, inventory control, facility management, process technology and design as well as cost and waste reduction. Sustainable business practices as applied to operations are also addressed. Co-requisite(s): FINC211 Prerequisite(s): BITS211, MGMT211 and STAT220

This course examines the various components of the supply chain management function with emphasis on inventory management and control, distribution and transportation as well as supplier relations. Students learn techniques associated with purchasing, materials and procurement management, efficient inventory control, concepts of cost analysis, quality control, and MRP methods. Recommended Prerequisite(s): FINC211 Co-requisite(s): ENGL311 Prerequisite(s): BITS211, MGMT211, and STAT220

This course introduces the principles of risk management, risk mitigation and insurance processes. Students will focus on developing awareness of the challenges, the tools, and the process of designing and implementing a risk management program, including, but not limited to, utilizing insurance as a form of risk management. The course also explores how big data and data analytics provide key insights to risk management. Recommended Co-requisite(s): MATH125 and MGMT211

Students will utilize industry e-logistics tools that best manage all steps in the supply chain process. Emphasis will be on sourcing, procurement, sourcing, sales inventory, production planning, distribution, and customer relations. Recommended Prerequisite(s): CISP111

Students will learn strategies for selecting products, countries and suppliers for global sourcing initiatives. Also included in the course are demand planning, and materials management. Prerequisite(s): MGMT357 and SCMT320

This course provides an in-depth look at scheduling in the complex world of global projects. Students will use MS Project as a platform to learn how to plan and create realistic project schedules, network diagrams and work breakdown structures. Additional topics include scheduling with agile methodology, estimating activity duration, determining the critical path, corrective actions, and generating reports. Students will get plenty of practice using MS Project tools using case studies to gain real world experience. Course aligns with Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) teachings. Recommended Prerequisite(s): GPMT287

This class delves into the financial and risk management of project management in a global environment by focusing on activity based forecasting, estimating management reserve, budgeting, risk management and cost associated with projects. Additional topics include identifying and categorizing risks, developing a comprehensive risk management plan, earned value management, and determining proper risk response strategies. It also includes other project management tools and methodologies used in managing global projects. This class is designed to provide students with a metric for an in depth assessment of their desire and commitment toward pursuing a career in global project management in the beginning of their educational process. Recommended Prerequisite(s): BITS211 Prerequisite(s): GPMT287

This class provides students with an in-depth understanding of sourcing in a global environment. Students will develop global contracts and explore cultural and ethical differences of managing projects and contracts in a global environment. Pragmatic and dynamic regional, legal, cultural and ethical environments that affect sourcing decisions and management are reviewed. Upon successful course completion, students will have a solid basis of understanding of the requirements and challenges U.S. based corporate project manager?s face in negotiating and managing global contracts and projects. Prerequisite(s): GPMT287

GPMT446 - Project Quality Management
Students will gain insight and knowledge into project product quality and process improvement for creating project or program deliverables. Specific topics include six sigma, lean, quality control, testing, continuous improvement and requirements verification. Special emphasis will be placed on customer satisfaction within a project environment.
Prerequisite(s): GPMT287

GPMT490 - Project Management Internship (1-3 cr)
Contact Regional Internship Manager at least two semesters prior to enrolling.
This bachelor-level Project Management Internship is the integration of previous classroom instruction with new learning acquired through on-the-job work experience. The employment experience should be related as closely as possible to the student’s major field and individual interest. Technology Management majors must meet the minimum required 3 credits of Technology Management internship requirement through GPMT490. The course is variable credit (1-6) with 1 credit requiring 50 hours of career-related work time at the internship site to 6 credits requiring 300 hours. The course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 earned credits. All employment site work must be evidenced by reports filed by the student as well as completion of other academic requirements. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from an internship will result in a grade of F. A criminal background check and drug screening may be required by the Internship site. A $25.00 Insurance Fee and a $25.00 Internship Management fee are charged in this course.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum Junior status, completion of 6 credits of GPMT courses, 6 credits within the Specialty, and 9 credits in residency at Davenport University; minimum 2.3 in the major.


GPMT499 - Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)® Preparation
This course prepares students for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification examination developed and conducted by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This exam-prep course provides a focused review of all subject matter for the Project Management Certification. It uses questions from prior certification exams to help students become familiar with the format, content and nature of the exam.

Note: Successful completion of this preparatory course does not guarantee the passing exam. In addition, in order to sit for the Project Management Institute exams, students must meet educational and work experience requirements. There is a $300.00 Project Management Institute CAPM test fee included in this course. Please refer to www.pmi.org for specific exam requirements.
Prerequisite(s): GPMT287 or equivalent experience.

RMGI420 - This course examines the core functional competencies of an insurance company and the interdependencies of those functions, including actuarial, claims, finance, reinsurance, and underwriting. Other topics include insurance regulation, the global insurance market, and the strategic management of an insurance company. Content in this course aligns with preparation for the national examination administered by American Institutes for Chartered Property Causality Underwriters (CPCU).
Prerequisite(s): FINC211, RMGI221, and STAT220

RMGI457 - Students will examine enterprise risk management (ERM) as a key component of strategic planning, governance and process management. This course highlights internal control and compliance as framework for organizational success. Risk modeling tools and big data concepts will also be examined. Content in this course aligns with preparation for the national examination administered by American Institutes for Chartered Property Causality Underwriters (CPCU).
Prerequisite(s): FINC211, RMGI221, and STAT220

 

This course examines the process of risk management, including the identification and analysis of loss exposures; examination of alternatives to traditional insurance; the use of loss forecasting and cash flow analysis to make a decision. An overview of the evolution of an international exposure will also be examined. This course will incorporate the use of case studies and a risk management simulation ?game? exercise. This course will also help students prepare for the ARM 54 national examination administered by the Insurance Institute of America. Prerequisite(s): FINC211, RMGI221, and STAT220

Students learn to effectively assess and treat organizational risks, including supply chain, cyber, social media, climate change, reputation, and regulatory risks. The course will focus on root cause analysis of production and process risks with the goal of business continuity management. A broad range of organizational risk, including intellectual property, reputation risk, management liability and human resource risk will be explored. Content in this course aligns with preparation for the national examination administered by American Institutes for Chartered Property Causality Underwriters (CPCU). Prerequisite(s): RMGI454

This course examines the development and implementation strategies of retention, transfer and hybrid risk financing techniques. Students will focus on evaluating loss forecasting techniques and alternative risk transfer (ART) programs. Content in this course aligns with preparation for the national examination administered by American Institutes for Chartered Property Causality Underwriters (CPCU). Prerequisite(s): FINC211, RMGI221, and STAT220

This course provides a general introduction to the international legal environment affecting Americans doing business with foreign nationals, whether in the United States or abroad. Students develop an understanding of the legal environment and the most common problems experienced in international business transactions; learn a conceptual framework to understand the legal dynamics experienced in the international business arena; and develop an awareness of methods used to resolve international business disputes. Prerequisite(s): LEGL210 and BUSN225

This course explores the current managerial philosophies of quality focus, customer orientation, and team participation. Emphasis is given to basic statistical tools, including SPC and DOE, and problem solving. Problem solving methodology in the context of ISO and QS certified environments will be addressed, as well as issues surrounding ISO and QS implementation, documentation, registration, and compliance. The Malcolm Baldridge Award, ISO-9000, and the Six Sigma quality systems will each be analyzed. Prerequisite(s): FINC211, MGMT211 and STAT220

Student will develop strategies for global and intercontinental shipping. These strategies include customs clearance and ocean and air freight operations. Emphasis is placed on working with customs' brokers, freight negotiations and contracts. Prerequisite(s): MGMT357 and SCMT320

This course focuses on developing knowledge that leads to evaluation of effective warehousing and inventory management processes. Students will be working with an electronic Warehouse Management System to develop the skills needed to assess and recommend accurate storage and retrieval processes to effectively rotate stock, store hazardous materials, and interpret inventory metrics. Prerequisite(s): MGMT357 and SCMT320????

Most of the information required to plan and control business operations, and the data required to create and sustain a competitive advantage, come from the accounting system and the reports that are generated. This course analyzes the management structure and process in which this information is generated, the construction and application of managerial accounting data, cost behavior and cost assignment. Students will also examine product cost within activity based costing, job order costing, and process costing. Controlling cost through the use of standard cost system and budgeting are explored. In addition, this course covers business decision-making using relevant information from activity costing, variable/fixed analysis, cost-volume-profit analysis, quality costing, and productivity analysis. Students will analyze and evaluate managerial accounting functions and decision cases in light of managing a business, making financing decisions, and generating growth and income within the

This course provides the student with an understanding of quantitative analysis methods used in contemporary business to effectively determine business situations, prescribe needed data and develop decision-support data. Students apply regression and time-series analysis to develop business forecasts and develop probability assessments related to decision-making in a variety of business disciplines including marketing, finance, production, and human resources management. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520 and STAT500

This course is an exploration of microeconomic theory and practices which explain real-world behavior in a firm and society. A practical, problem-solving approach to decision-making is used to learn how economic concepts serve as the basis for many challenges and decisions that confront today?s managers. Topics to be covered include an overview of supply and demand, forecasting demand, production and cost analysis, statistical analysis of economic relationships, market structure and organization, the role of government in a market economy, pricing a firm?s output, risk analysis, and capital budgeting. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): STAT500

This course focuses on the application of financial theory and concepts for management decision making with emphasis on the practical aspects of finance. Students learn how to analyze a company?s financial information and practice financial planning. Students evaluate the capital investment process, the corporate restructuring process, as well as bankruptcy analysis. In addition, students explore the financial decision-making process relating to working capital management and international finance. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): FINC510

This application centered class explores business ethics as well as the legal environment of business in a number of contexts. Students will learn to apply employment laws and regulations to human resource decision making. The course will also relate the areas of contract and tort law to common business scenarios. The relationship between agency law and the fiduciary duties of corporate leaders will also be identified. The emphasis of the course will be on applying knowledge of various areas of law and ethics to strategic business decision making. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course is designed to provide new ways of thinking about leadership philosophies and strategies to influence the behaviors of individuals and groups in organizations. Students begin with an exploration of the nature of effective leadership and leadership theories. Understanding power, creating change, developing teams, and guiding group decisions are examined in the context of the roles of a leader. Students learn how to recognize leadership traits and approaches so they can develop their own leadership style. Case studies involving real-world situations that confront leaders are used so that students can formulate strategies to improve the performance of followers through effective leadership. Note: This course requires a $55.00 Peregrine assessment. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course addresses the means of creating customer value in manufacturing and service businesses through the design and implementation of effective internal operations management (OM) in relationship to supply chain management (SCM). Topics include product, service, and process design, capacity planning and utilization, facilities planning, cost controls, materials management, work and resource scheduling, statistical process control, supply chain management, and quality assurance. Project management is presented in relationship to SCM/OM concepts and practices. In this course students learn to apply the concepts by conducting a supply management simulation. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A simulation access fee of $25.00 is required. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640, BUSN688, ECON625, and FINC620

This course focuses on marketing strategies and tactics, which are the tools that managers use to increase sales and profits of products and services. Identifying and employing the most effective strategies are critical to the success of any firm. In this course students explore market segmentation, product, price, distribution, promotion, international, and strategic marketing strategies and tactics. Case studies are used to provide an opportunity to conduct situation analysis, identify SWOTs (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats), and recommend appropriate strategies and tactics that will attract, satisfy, and retain customers. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course examines the application of digital marketing tools to attract interest, influence consumers, and retain customers. Students will gain knowledge of customer relationship management using digital technology such as the Internet, social media, as well as emerging digital media platforms. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

This course presents the theoretical and applied fundamentals of consumer and organizational behavior. Students will develop an understanding of how and why consumers and organizational buyers are influenced in the decision- making process. Emphasis is placed on internal and external behavior influencers including cultural and inter-cultural contexts, psychological and sociological influences, attitudinal as well as situational pressures and their impact on the consumer decision-making process. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

This course provides students with strategies to define a brand?s position by focusing on developing a broad understanding of competitors, customer?s needs, and market opportunities. The student will explore new brand development, how to define a brand by utilizing customer and competitor analyses, how to create a sustainable market position, create and manage a brand, and identify brand equity dimensions. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

This course focuses on the study of the theoretical and practical application of integrated marketing communications. The strategy development includes exposure to the elements of the integrated marketing communications mix: advertising, sales promotion, public relations, interactive marketing, and personal selling. In addition, media strategy, creative strategy, integrated marketing communication objectives, and budget determination are explored. The course format includes case studies and/or group projects to exhibit topic comprehension. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

This course provides the summative and integrative experience that serves as the capstone of the MBA program. Conducted in the form of an interactive business simulation, the student applies their knowledge of business principles and practices as they analyze conditions, develop appropriate strategies and make implementation decisions. In addition, comprehensive case studies are used to apply the strategic management process to a variety of business settings. Finally, this course serves as the student?s final assessment of overall program learning. Note: This course requires a $130.00 Business Strategy Simulation, and a Peregrine assessment for the end of the program. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): This class must be taken as the last class in the MBA program

Most of the information required to plan and control business operations, and the data required to create and sustain a competitive advantage, come from the accounting system and the reports that are generated. This course analyzes the management structure and process in which this information is generated, the construction and application of managerial accounting data, cost behavior and cost assignment. Students will also examine product cost within activity based costing, job order costing, and process costing. Controlling cost through the use of standard cost system and budgeting are explored. In addition, this course covers business decision-making using relevant information from activity costing, variable/fixed analysis, cost-volume-profit analysis, quality costing, and productivity analysis. Students will analyze and evaluate managerial accounting functions and decision cases in light of managing a business, making financing decisions, and generating growth and income within the

This course provides the student with an understanding of quantitative analysis methods used in contemporary business to effectively determine business situations, prescribe needed data and develop decision-support data. Students apply regression and time-series analysis to develop business forecasts and develop probability assessments related to decision-making in a variety of business disciplines including marketing, finance, production, and human resources management. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520 and STAT500

This course is an exploration of microeconomic theory and practices which explain real-world behavior in a firm and society. A practical, problem-solving approach to decision-making is used to learn how economic concepts serve as the basis for many challenges and decisions that confront today?s managers. Topics to be covered include an overview of supply and demand, forecasting demand, production and cost analysis, statistical analysis of economic relationships, market structure and organization, the role of government in a market economy, pricing a firm?s output, risk analysis, and capital budgeting. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): STAT500

This course focuses on the application of financial theory and concepts for management decision making with emphasis on the practical aspects of finance. Students learn how to analyze a company?s financial information and practice financial planning. Students evaluate the capital investment process, the corporate restructuring process, as well as bankruptcy analysis. In addition, students explore the financial decision-making process relating to working capital management and international finance. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): FINC510

This application centered class explores business ethics as well as the legal environment of business in a number of contexts. Students will learn to apply employment laws and regulations to human resource decision making. The course will also relate the areas of contract and tort law to common business scenarios. The relationship between agency law and the fiduciary duties of corporate leaders will also be identified. The emphasis of the course will be on applying knowledge of various areas of law and ethics to strategic business decision making. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course is designed to provide new ways of thinking about leadership philosophies and strategies to influence the behaviors of individuals and groups in organizations. Students begin with an exploration of the nature of effective leadership and leadership theories. Understanding power, creating change, developing teams, and guiding group decisions are examined in the context of the roles of a leader. Students learn how to recognize leadership traits and approaches so they can develop their own leadership style. Case studies involving real-world situations that confront leaders are used so that students can formulate strategies to improve the performance of followers through effective leadership. Note: This course requires a $55.00 Peregrine assessment. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course addresses the means of creating customer value in manufacturing and service businesses through the design and implementation of effective internal operations management (OM) in relationship to supply chain management (SCM). Topics include product, service, and process design, capacity planning and utilization, facilities planning, cost controls, materials management, work and resource scheduling, statistical process control, supply chain management, and quality assurance. Project management is presented in relationship to SCM/OM concepts and practices. In this course students learn to apply the concepts by conducting a supply management simulation. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A simulation access fee of $25.00 is required. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640, BUSN688, ECON625, and FINC620

This course focuses on marketing strategies and tactics, which are the tools that managers use to increase sales and profits of products and services. Identifying and employing the most effective strategies are critical to the success of any firm. In this course students explore market segmentation, product, price, distribution, promotion, international, and strategic marketing strategies and tactics. Case studies are used to provide an opportunity to conduct situation analysis, identify SWOTs (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats), and recommend appropriate strategies and tactics that will attract, satisfy, and retain customers. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course is designed to introduce the graduate student to the whole spectrum of human resources' responsibilities and major functions. Topics include staffing, compensation, training, organizational development, employee and labor relations, human resources information systems, and global HR management. An emphasis will be placed upon learning the specific human resources' disciplines and how to strategically apply that knowledge to solve organization-wide issues. Note: A grade of C of better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

This course covers employer and employee related issues through an examination of major federal and state laws governing the employment relationship such as: National Labor Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, and the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Emphasis is placed on the strategic planning and management problem-solving skills required for hiring, directing and terminating workers in both non-union and union environments. Students will consider short and long-term legal and ethical consequences of legal compliance and noncompliance. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700 and LEGL710

This course examines the purpose, design, funding and administration of compensation and benefit programs offered to employees by their employers. In addi-tion, this course examines the coordination of employer benefits with social insurance programs established and administered by the state. Note: a grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640, FINC620, and HRMG700

In this course, students will apply behavioral and social theories to the analysis of individual, interpersonal and group behavior in the workplace. Students will examine current philosophies in self-directed work teams, implementation of a technical workforce, and evaluation of an organization?s knowledge and retention of that knowledge. In addition, the course will explore training demands, which will determine the training needs of an organization. The development of training programs will utilize current techniques for implementation of the training and help set objectives to evaluate staffing and cost-effectiveness, as well as measuring the training programs? value. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700

This course provides the summative and integrative experience that serves as the capstone of the MBA program. Conducted in the form of an interactive business simulation, the student applies their knowledge of business principles and practices as they analyze conditions, develop appropriate strategies and make implementation decisions. In addition, comprehensive case studies are used to apply the strategic management process to a variety of business settings. Finally, this course serves as the student?s final assessment of overall program learning. Note: This course requires a $130.00 Business Strategy Simulation, and a Peregrine assessment for the end of the program. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): This class must be taken as the last class in the MBA program

Most of the information required to plan and control business operations, and the data required to create and sustain a competitive advantage, come from the accounting system and the reports that are generated. This course analyzes the management structure and process in which this information is generated, the construction and application of managerial accounting data, cost behavior and cost assignment. Students will also examine product cost within activity based costing, job order costing, and process costing. Controlling cost through the use of standard cost system and budgeting are explored. In addition, this course covers business decision-making using relevant information from activity costing, variable/fixed analysis, cost-volume-profit analysis, quality costing, and productivity analysis. Students will analyze and evaluate managerial accounting functions and decision cases in light of managing a business, making financing decisions, and generating growth and income within the

This course provides the student with an understanding of quantitative analysis methods used in contemporary business to effectively determine business situations, prescribe needed data and develop decision-support data. Students apply regression and time-series analysis to develop business forecasts and develop probability assessments related to decision-making in a variety of business disciplines including marketing, finance, production, and human resources management. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520 and STAT500

This course is an exploration of microeconomic theory and practices which explain real-world behavior in a firm and society. A practical, problem-solving approach to decision-making is used to learn how economic concepts serve as the basis for many challenges and decisions that confront today?s managers. Topics to be covered include an overview of supply and demand, forecasting demand, production and cost analysis, statistical analysis of economic relationships, market structure and organization, the role of government in a market economy, pricing a firm?s output, risk analysis, and capital budgeting. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): STAT500

This course focuses on the application of financial theory and concepts for management decision making with emphasis on the practical aspects of finance. Students learn how to analyze a company?s financial information and practice financial planning. Students evaluate the capital investment process, the corporate restructuring process, as well as bankruptcy analysis. In addition, students explore the financial decision-making process relating to working capital management and international finance. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): FINC510

This course examines the legal and ethical dimensions involved in healthcare management. Students will learn the types of laws that impact healthcare organizations, including: tort, criminal, and civil. Students will examine issues that extend beyond the legal dimension and explore ethical dilemmas that are periodically encountered by healthcare leaders. Student will study, ethical theories and be provided with ethical decision making models or processes that can assist them in critically analyzing and resolving ethical dilemmas. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

This course is designed to provide new ways of thinking about leadership philosophies and strategies to influence the behaviors of individuals and groups in organizations. Students begin with an exploration of the nature of effective leadership and leadership theories. Understanding power, creating change, developing teams, and guiding group decisions are examined in the context of the roles of a leader. Students learn how to recognize leadership traits and approaches so they can develop their own leadership style. Case studies involving real-world situations that confront leaders are used so that students can formulate strategies to improve the performance of followers through effective leadership. Note: This course requires a $55.00 Peregrine assessment. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course addresses the means of creating customer value in manufacturing and service businesses through the design and implementation of effective internal operations management (OM) in relationship to supply chain management (SCM). Topics include product, service, and process design, capacity planning and utilization, facilities planning, cost controls, materials management, work and resource scheduling, statistical process control, supply chain management, and quality assurance. Project management is presented in relationship to SCM/OM concepts and practices. In this course students learn to apply the concepts by conducting a supply management simulation. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A simulation access fee of $25.00 is required. Prerequisite(s): ACCT640, BUSN688, ECON625, and FINC620

This course focuses on marketing strategies and tactics, which are the tools that managers use to increase sales and profits of products and services. Identifying and employing the most effective strategies are critical to the success of any firm. In this course students explore market segmentation, product, price, distribution, promotion, international, and strategic marketing strategies and tactics. Case studies are used to provide an opportunity to conduct situation analysis, identify SWOTs (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats), and recommend appropriate strategies and tactics that will attract, satisfy, and retain customers. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course provides a systematic overview of the U.S. Healthcare Delivery System. Participants will examine the following key components involved in the delivery and provision of healthcare services, including: ambulatory, acute, home health, long-term care, mental health, and public health services. This course also provides students an opportunity to examine the origin, development, structure, organization, and operational issues as they relate to hospitals and healthcare delivery systems. This course will also explore major trends in healthcare costs and financing; including the development and role of private insurance, managed care, and governmental programs (Medicare and Medicaid). Lastly students will have the opportunity to explore the challenges that is confronting healthcare and possible future direction of the industry. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

HCMG745 - This course integrates the knowledge and skills developed in previous courses into the context of health services practice management. Emphasis will be placed on the application of best business practices providing practical, proven solutions for the “real-world” concerns. These include billing, coding, collections, electronic medical records, technology, work flow, office layout, staffing, compensation, reducing malpractice risk, OSHA, HIPAA, vendor relations, compliance, and marketing. Students will be able to apply these methods to effectively manage any health services practice. This course will integrate higher levels practice management principles for a health care organizations. Emphasis will be on strong practice-to-patient relationships and adhering to a model of patient-centered medical care. Included in discussions will be operational resources related to current and future use of technology. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.
Prerequisite(s): HCMG730 and HCMG750

HCMG770 - This course integrates the knowledge and skills developed in previous courses in the Health Care Management program into the context of strategic management of health care organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the application of total quality management and/or continuous quality improvement initiatives in improving efficiency and cost containment in a health care setting. Tools for TQM and CQI will be discussed and demonstrated through casework. Students will be able to apply these methods to affect change throughout their organization. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.
Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

The focus of this course is to provide a working knowledge of payment policies and reimbursement methodologies used in health care and how they vary by payment source (governmental, private, and capitated insurance). Methodologies used by facilities and practitioners will be applied and compared. Factors affecting payment will be discussed. Costing methodologies, revenue cycle management, purchasing strategies, budgeting, and variance analysis applied to health care are examined. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

This course will examine the information needs of the health care industry with emphasis on policy development and continual environmental change. Topics covered include an overview of health informatics, interoperability, information governance, health care regulations and standards, and the protection and dissemination of e-health information. Ethical concerns and data stewardship are also included in evaluating the total information needs of the health care institution. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. This course requires a $75.00 NEEHR Perfect Access and Use fee. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

This course provides the summative and integrative experience that serves as the capstone of the MBA program. Conducted in the form of an interactive business simulation, the student applies their knowledge of business principles and practices as they analyze conditions, develop appropriate strategies and make implementation decisions. In addition, comprehensive case studies are used to apply the strategic management process to a variety of business settings. Finally, this course serves as the student?s final assessment of overall program learning. Note: This course requires a $130.00 Business Strategy Simulation, and a Peregrine assessment for the end of the program. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. A grade of B or better must be earned to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): This class must be taken as the last class in the MBA program

This course will provide an overview of the case management process and the job responsibilities. The student will become knowledgeable with current professional practice standards and required essential skills of the medical case manager. The course will emphasize case management ethical and legal principles, appropriate documentation and essential required skills while differentiating between the various roles of case managers. Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): BIOL116 or BIOL222 and BIOL222L

This course provides an overview of various public and private insurances, payers and appeal processes that impact case management interventions. The course will include the process of conducting a utilization review addressing issues such as prior authorization, admissions, services provided, and the length of stay. An emphasis will be placed on creating and implementing a discharge plan utilizing specific insurance benefits. Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): MCMG300 and HLTH250

The course examines the methodology and processes utilized in client case management documentation, report writing, and client interviews. It also covers re-solving conflicts and barriers among members of the interdisciplinary team including clients, their caregivers, or support systems. The course includes processes related to gathering client-centered data, organizing and analyzing the information to write various reports and ensure documentation. Additionally, students will conduct a cost benefit analysis to measure the efficacy of care interventions. Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): ENGL311 and MCMG300

This course examines managing the care of a client with an illness/injury/disability and returning that individual to the work setting or achievement of maximum medical improvement. The course focuses on the case manager role and responsibilities in evaluating multidisciplinary rehabilitation plans or programs. Review of the employer?s role in prevention and recovery, and the work environment for ergonomics, safety, and industrial hygiene will be examined. At the conclusion of the course, the student will be able to prepare an individual written rehabilitation plan. Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): MCMG30

The course focuses on the resources available in the community through various state agencies, and on related services available to clients and their families with physical, cognitive and/or emotional disabilities. An emphasis is placed on how case managers coordinate community services and support for clients and families across each transition of patient care. Woven throughout the course will be topics related to state and federal regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): MCMG300

This course examines the various personal, psychological and social adjustments experienced by an individual with physical, cognitive, and/or emotional disabilities. The course will include in-depth discussion and analysis of the medical and psychological traits of disabilities. The student is expected to develop an understanding of treatment protocols and resources required to facilitate successful continuum of care for clients and their families. Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): MCMG300

The course is an overview of the special needs in providing case management for a number of special groups of individuals. These groups include individuals with substance abuse, veteran issues, vision/hearing impairments, intellectual developmental disorder, maternal/infant conditions, organ transplants, immune disorders, traumatic injuries, and mobility issues. This course will focus on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and accommodations for these special populations. Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): MCMG300

Contact Regional Practicum Manager at least two semesters prior to enrolling. This course is the practicum experience for Medical Case Management and includes a supervised field experience. The student will complete a minimum of 120 hours in a case management environment under the direct supervision of a case manager. The practicum will require students to critically think and communicate direct knowledge of case management utilizing the Standards of Case Management practice, client services, community and interdisciplinary resources, and professional functions in a public or private agency. One requirement of the course is a completed case management plan for a client designated by the faculty or practicum preceptor. Additionally, the student will learn the role of a case manager when providing testimony for a trial, hearing or deposition. A $30.00 internship/practicum management fee is charged for this course. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from the practicum experie