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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, health, and technology students, except those transferring with 30 or more semester credits.) Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/h

This course provides a foundation in fundamental biological and cellular concepts common to plants, animals, and microorganisms. Topics include the chemical and molecular basis of life, metabolism, cellular reproduction, principles of inheritance, and evolution. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): BIOL110L

(2 contact hours) This course is designed to provide the laboratory fundamentals of biological science at the cellular level. Students will focus on the scientific method, cellular structure and function, cellular energetics, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, genetics, and heredity. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): BIOL110

This course provides an in-depth introduction to the structure and function of the human body, and is designed for the future health care professional. Students will learn anatomical and physiological terminology as it relates to body systems, directional terminology, homeostatic mechanisms, and other fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. The human body will be studied at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism levels. Students will understand interrelationships between the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Students will review the natural developmental and aging processes that occur in each system. Note: A grade of C or better is required to take the next course in the sequence. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): BIOL221L Prerequisite(s): BIOL110 and BIOL110L

(2 contact hours) This laboratory course provides an in-depth introduction to the structure and function of the human body, and is designed for the future health care professional. Students will learn anatomical and directional terminology, homeostatic mechanisms, and other fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. The human body will be studied at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism levels. Students will understand interrelationships between the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems through laboratory exercises. Note: A grade of C or better is required to take the next course in the sequence. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): BIOL221 Prerequisite(s): BIOL110 and BIOL110L

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 as it relates to body systems. Students will integrate the structure and functioning of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems with material from earlier courses. Students will also review the natural developmental and aging processes that occur in each system. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): BIOL222L Prerequisite(s): Completion of BIOL221/BIOL221L with a C grade or above

(2 contact hours) This laboratory course expands on previously gained knowledge in the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Students will integrate the structure and functioning of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems with material from earlier courses through laboratory exercises. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): BIOL222 Prerequisite(s): Completion of BIOL221/BIOL221L with a C grade or above

This course emphasizes general chemistry principles, including introductory topics in organic chemistry and biochemistry for the health professions student. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): CHEM150L Prerequisite(s): MATH120 or MATH125

(2 contact hours) This course is an introduction to general chemistry laboratory principles and techniques that accompanies CHEM150. Emphasis is placed on fundamental chemistry principles, organic chemistry, and biochemistry for the health professions student. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): CHEM150 Prerequisite(s): MATH120 or MATH125

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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. Note: ENGL109L is a 0 credit hour lab utilized in the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP). Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): ENGL109

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

This course introduces students to foundational statistical methods common to the medical and health fields. Students will learn how to use the collection, analysis, presentation, and interpretation of data in the context of the health sciences. Analysis of real-world data sets will be performed using statistical software. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): MATH120 or MATH125

MATH120 College Mathematics
Students in this course will explore and apply college-level mathematical concepts so as to enhance their critical and creative thinking skills. Topics will include i) problem solving, ii) set theory and real numbers, iii) linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and iv) counting techniques and probability. Other topics of interest will be selected from graph theory, prime numbers, logic, number representation, and voting theory. This course aims to increase students’ appreciation of the utility, ubiquity, and beauty of mathematics. 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

MATH125 Intermediate Algebra
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. Note:  A final grade of C or better is required to take MATH135 or MATH150

This course presents a comprehensive overview of the role of microbes in disease processes, and is designed for the student in health sciences. Students compare human microbial pathogens with respect to their structure, function, host selection, reservoirs, modes of transmission, host effects, and vulnerability to various treatment regimens. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): BIOL211L Prerequisite(s): BIOL110 and BIOL110L

(2 contact hours) This laboratory course presents a comprehensive overview of the role of microbes in disease processes, and is designed for the student in health sciences. Students learn skills applicable to the clinical laboratory, including aseptic techniques, microbial culture, and antimicrobial resistance testing. Students also compare human microbial pathogens with respect to their structure, function, reservoirs, modes of transmission, host effects, and vulnerability to various treatment regimens. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Co-requisite(s): BIOL211 Prerequisite(s): BIOL110 and BIOL110L

This course expands students’ understanding of human disease, the effect of heritable factors and aging on disease processes, and the potential for prevention of specific diseases. Students will evaluate case studies with regard to the etiology, history, presentation, evaluation, treatment, and prevention of multi-system human diseases. Students will employ critical thinking in the application of didactic material to clinical nursing practice. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): BIOL222/222L

This course is required in the first semester of declaring any College of Health Professions (CoHP) major. As part of orienting the student to the College of Health Professions programs, this course is also a primer regarding the importance of professionalism in healthcare and patient privacy, the use of universal precautions and safety requirements for healthcare settings and introduces students to the skills needed for University success, including research techniques and career planning and development strategies. A review of the CoHP Student Handbook is included, as well as an introduction to the CoHP practicums and/or clinical professional practice experiences. Students in this course must register and complete the required Criminal Background Check (CBC) and Drug Screen (DS). HLTH101R is a 0 credit seminar which can be used to repeat the criminal background (CBC) and drug screen (DS) testing if required by the practicum/clinical site or other reasons. Note: If the CBC/DS portion

This course is required for any College of Health Professions (CoHP) major. As part of orienting the student to the College of Health Professions programs, 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 healthcare settings. Students are required to complete the criminal background check (CBC) and drug screen (DS) testing as part of this course. A review of the CoHP Student Handbook is included, as well as an introduction to the CoHP practicums and/or clinical professional practice experiences. Note: Grading is Pass/Fail. Additional course fee(s) apply. Co-requisite(s): ACES100

This course will provide the opportunity to explore basic law as it is applied to health related issues and the health care community. The student will be introduced to the concepts of medical ethics and will explore the major ethical issues currently facing health care professionals, with an emphasis on maintaining the highest legal, moral, and ethical standards in their profession. Note: A grade of C or better is required to pass this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. successfully.

This course provides an introduction to the psychosocial growth and development of the human being through life. Students will explore the interaction of the psychological and physiological growth and the particular health concerns that impact each stage of development. Students will be expected to develop the ability to formulate plans that assist in the resolution of health care problems that are impacted by psychosocial development. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): ENGL109

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): ENGL311 and 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): MCMG300

This foundational course introduces students to the application of nursing theory in the practice of professional nursing. The student will be guided to utilize critical thinking skills, when applying the nursing process in the care of adult clients, leading to the development of clinical judgment. Evidence-based fundamental nursing concepts, essential to the provision of nursing care, including holism, safety, communication, and basic client needs will be introduced Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 and BIOL 110L; BIOL 221 and BIOL 221L; CHEM 150 and CHEM 150L Co-requisite(s): BIOL 222 and BIOL 222L -

This course introduces basic knowledge, skills, and critical thinking concepts necessary for delivery of bedside nursing. The student will learn to apply the nursing process and develop beginning clinical judgment in laboratory settings and through direct patient care experiences. The clinical learning objectives focus on meeting the basic healthcare needs of the older adult, chronically ill persons and their families. NURS101C requires 90 hours of clinical time for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C.The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 & BIOL 110L; BIOL 221 & BIOL 221L; CHEM 150 & CHEM 150L Co-requisite(s): BIOL 222L & BIOL 222

This course is the first part of a two-semester sequence that introduces the basic principles of pharmacology used to safely administer medications and monitor effects of drug therapy. The clinical judgment model and the nursing process are used to highlight the nurse's role in ensuring safe and effective pharmacological therapies for patients across the lifespan. Students learn the characteristics of select, commonly-used drug prototypes and classifications utilized for various health conditions and disease states. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221 and BIOL 221L; CHEM 150 and CHEM 150L Co-requisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C; BIOL 211* and BIOL 211L*; BIOL 222* and BIOL 222L* *May be taken as a prerequisite.

This course is the second part of a two-semester sequence that reinforces the basic principles of pharmacology used to safely administer medications and monitor effects of drug therapy. The clinical judgment model and the nursing process are used to highlight the nurse's role in ensuring safe and effective pharmacological therapies for patients across the lifespan. Students learn the characteristics of additional commonly-used drug prototypes and classifications utilized for various health conditions and disease states. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 211, BIOL 211L, NURS 101, NURS 101C, NURS 125 Recommended Co-Requisite(s): BIOL 312 - may also be taken as a prerequisite

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. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Recommended Co-requisite(s): NURS101 and NURS101C are recommended for BSN-PL students only. Prerequisite(s): BIOL115 or BIOL221 and BIOL221L

This course focuses on the development of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills involved in nursing care of the adult patient. Concepts which address prevention, health promotion, disease management and therapeutic interventions for adults, will be addressed. Health issues and disease processes commonly experienced by individuals and their families in the adult years will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on the teaching-learning process to promote a state of wellness and also end of life care for client and family within the practice of the professional nurse. The student will utilize therapeutic communication techniques with clients, families, and all members of the health care team. Current ethical and legal implications for the nursing profession will be included. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 250, NURS 250Land NURS 250C The lecture, lab (L) and clinica

The student will use the nursing process and critical thinking skills to develop a holistic plan of care for a diverse adult population with various medical or surgical abnormalities in structured settings. Clinical practice experiences are provided in both outpatient and acute care settings and will focus on knowledge and skills necessary for the competent and compassionate care of adults within the context of their families and community. Opportunities to apply theoretical concepts are offered through faculty guided on and off campus experiences in acute care facilities. This course begins to prepare the nursing student to be an effective practitioner of care of the adult patient. NURS 250C requires 135 hours of clinical for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 250, NURS 250L and NURS 250C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS cou

2 Contact Hours The student will use the nursing process and critical thinking skills to develop basic medical surgical skills with demonstration and practical application in the nursing simulation lab. These skills include hands-on patient care techniques, communication, and health assessments as applied in clinical practice situations in the process of providing care to adults in a nursing simulation setting. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course. Note: NURS 250L requires 2 hours of skills lab each week. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 250, NURS 250L and NURS 250C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 222, BIOL 222L, BIOL 312, NURS 126, NURS 217 , NURS 217L , NURS 325 and NURS 325C

This course will introduce theories of teaching and learning as well as a model for health promotion. The fundamentals of developing strategies to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate teaching plans will be emphasized. Concepts of health promotion and disease prevention for vulnerable populations will be integrated in teaching plans. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

This course prepares the undergraduate nursing student to collect data and perform a complete and thorough client assessment, including history and physical examination. The course emphasizes a holistic approach to assessment. The focus of the four domains of man’s physical, psychological, spiritual, and cultural needs throughout the lifespan are presented. The student will gain an advanced level of competency in health assessment to function in the role of a professional nurse. This course will lay the foundation of advanced assessment skills to enable the student to consider graduate studies in nursing science. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS317 and NURS317L Prerequisite(s): BIOL221, BIOL221L, NURS101 and NURS101C

(2 contact hours) This course prepares the undergraduate nursing student to collect data and perform a complete and thorough client assessment, including history and physical examination. The course emphasis is a holistic approach to assessment. The focus of the four domains of man’s physical, psychological, spiritual, and cultural needs throughout the lifespan are presented. Note: This course requires 2 hours of skills lab each week. A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS317 and NURS317L Prerequisite(s): BIOL221, BIOL221L, NURS101 and NURS101C

This course focuses on the psychopathology, psychopharmacology, and holistic care for individuals, families and groups with mental health conditions across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic communication for clients with emotional and psychosocial difficulties. Students will utilize theory and evidence from nursing, psychology and related disciplines to develop clinical judgment in care provision of clients. Health promotion strategies that improve mental health outcomes will be integrated throughout the course. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 325 and NURS 325C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C; NURS 125 and PSYC 101 Co-requi

This clinical course focuses on the nursing management of clients with mental health conditions. Application of theoretical knowledge of psychopathology, psychopharmacology, therapeutic communication, client education, and other treatment strategies are utilized to provide an evidence-based, holistic approach to care for clients with mental health disorders. NURS325C requires 45 hours of clinical time for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 325 and NURS 325C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C; NURS 125, PSYC 101 Co-requisite(s): NURS 126, NURS 217L and NURS 217

This course focuses on the additional development of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills involved in nursing care of the adult patient. Concepts which address prevention, health promotion, disease management, and therapeutic interventions for adults will be continued. Health issues and disease processes commonly experienced by individuals and their families in the adult years will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on the teaching-learning process to promote a state of wellness and also end of life care for the client and family within the practice of the professional nurse. The student will continue to utilize therapeutic communication techniques with clients, families, and all members of the health care team. Additional ethical and legal implications for the nursing profession will be included. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *Co

The student will continue to use the nursing process and critical thinking skills to develop a holistic plan of care for a diverse adult population with various medical or surgical abnormalities in structured settings. Clinical practice experiences will continue to be provided in both outpatient and acute care settings and will focus on knowledge and skills necessary for the competent and compassionate care of adults within the context of their families and community. Additional opportunities to apply theoretical concepts are offered through faculty guided on and off campus experiences in acute care facilities. This course continues to prepare the nursing student to be an effective practitioner of care of the adult patient. NURS 334C requires 180 hours of clinical for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 334, NURS 334L and NURS 334C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NU

(2 contact hours) The student will continue to use the nursing process and critical thinking skills to develop medical and surgical nursing skills with demonstration and practical application in the nursing simulation lab. These skills include additional hands-on patient care techniques, communication, and health assessment as applied in clinical practice situations in the process of providing care to adults in a nursing simulation setting. Note: NURS334L requires 2 hours of skills lab each week. A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS334, NURS334L and NURS334C Prerequisite(s): NURS250, NURS250L and NURS250C

This course identifies the role of the nurse in caring for the maternity client and family. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, along with the theoretical content relevant to the mother and neonate’s health care needs. Family planning, well woman health, preparing for pregnancy, fetal development from conception to birth, and both the physiological and psychological processes of pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum care will be areas of focus. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to complete this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS355 and NURS355C Co-requisite(s): NURS370L Prerequisite(s): NURS334, NURS334L and NURS334C

This course identifies the role of the nurse in caring for the maternity client and family. It will highlight the role of the nurse in care of the family unit. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, along with the theoretical content relevant to the mother and neonate's health care needs. Family planning, well woman health, preparing for pregnancy, fetal development from conception to birth, and both the physiological and psychological processes of pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum care will be areas of focus. Clinical experiences will take place in a variety of care settings, including acute care settings. The student will use the nursing process in the care of the high- and low-risk maternity client and neonate. Students will apply critical thinking skills and therapeutic communication techniques in supportive nursing interventions for the childbearing woman and her family. NURS 355C requires 90 hours of clinical for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or bett

This course identifies the role of the nurse in caring for the developing child from birth through adolescence. Theories and principles of growth and development are discussed in relation to issues along the illness/wellness continuum. Students will apply critical thinking skills and therapeutic communication techniques in preventative and/or supportive nursing interventions for children at risk and experiencing illness. The nursing process is used to examine conditions and describing the role of the nurse in caring for the child and family. Theories of growth and development will be incorporated in developing appropriate anticipatory plans of care for children and families with complex needs. Methods of providing holistic care to the child and family with an emphasis on health promotion, maintenance, restoration or support of death with dignity are discussed. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.d

This course will allow the student to apply concepts learned in the classroom to the care of the maternal/family unit including the birth process through adolescence. The student will use the nursing process to develop holistic plans of care and critical thinking skills to demonstrate application of care of the family unit in the clinical setting. NURS 370C requires 90 hours of clinical for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 370, NURS 370L and NURS 370C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): NURS 334, NURS 334L and NURS 334C

(2 contact hours) This course will allow the student to apply concepts learned in the classroom to the care of the maternal/family unit including the birth process through adolescence. The student will use the nursing process and critical thinking skills to develop and demonstrate practical application of care of the family unit in the laboratory setting. These skills include hands-on patient care techniques, communication, and health assessment as applied in clinical practice situations in the process of providing care of families. Note: NURS370L requires two hours of skills lab each week. A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS370, NURS370L and NURS370C Prerequisite(s): NURS334, NURS334L and NURS334C

This course will provide information on the theoretical and analytic processes to improve decision-making about the delivery of nursing care to patients or populations. Topics included will be producing, compiling and assessing evidence, use of clinical pathways and guidelines, clinical trials, decision analysis, and outcomes research. The development of a change in nursing practice and strategy for implementing it based upon an evidence based approach will be formulated. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Prerequisite(s): STAT219

 

*Nursing Pre-Licensure BSN students may take online offerings with permission of the Nursing Department.

This course focuses on concepts of community and public health nursing. Topics include population-centered risk reduction and health promotion, public health policy, public health emergencies and disasters, and social determinants of health. The course will explore concepts of interprofessional collaboration and strategies for promoting equitable health outcomes. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS427 and NURS427C * Prerequisites: BSN-PL Students: NURS355, NURS355C, NURS370, NURS370L, NURS370C, and NURS315. BSN-C Students: NURS315

This course provides the student with a basic foundation for the practice of community health nursing. The student will apply the nursing process to the care of individuals, families, and communities, with an emphasis on prevention at all levels. The student will also be introduced to multiple roles of the community health nurse in a variety of settings and application to a collaborative health care model. Note: Any unexcused non-attendance or dismissal from a clinical experience will result in a grade of F. NURS427C requires 90 hours of clinical for the semester. A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS427 and NURS427C Prerequisite(s): NURS355, NURS355C, NURS370, NURS370L and NURS370C

The course examines the evidence of leadership theory in the management of clients in complex healthcare environments including organizational structures involving finances, communication, information and quality systems. Students will learn about the leadership and management styles that are important to the professional nurse. This course will emphasize prioritization, delegation, and care coordination. The nurse's role in policy development and evaluation will be introduced. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 433 and NURS 433C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): NURS 355, NURS 355C, NURS 370, NURS 370L and NURS 370C

This summative clinical course focuses on the synthesis of nursing knowledge and skills while applying leadership theory in the management of the healthcare environment. Emphasis is on clinical judgment and awareness of leadership styles that are essential to the professional nurse. This 1:1 precepted clinical experience provides opportunities to practice prioritization, delegation, evaluation and coordination of care that ensure readiness for practice upon graduation. Students will demonstrate accomplished clinical judgment in the prioritization and provision of safe, person-centered care that is applicable to a specific assigned clinical site and the given patient population with complex healthcare needs. NURS433C requires 135 hours of clinical practice for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 433 and NURS 433C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) compo

This course focuses on current healthcare trends and issues related to nursing practice and research. Students will evaluate their personal commitment to the values inherent of the nursing profession. Students will have an opportunity to synthesize their learning experiences throughout the nursing program for future practice in accordance with American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) BSN Essentials. This course incorporates a comprehensive nursing content review program as preparation for the NCLEX-RN examination. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. NURS496O will be offered for BSN Completion and Concurrent partnership students only. The O suffix designates a course offering in which the ATI exam requirement for BSN-PL students will not be included. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

This course will provide an overview of the legal processes and compliance issues related to health data. Students will review HIPAA compliance requirements as well as review risk management strategies and policies. Students will develop a training program related to legal issues and compliance and incorporate project management methodologies. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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 or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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 is the study of how external influences and internal capabilities affect organizational strategies, tactics, and execution. This course covers topics surrounding supply chain management, process design, capacity planning and scheduling, inventory control, statistical process control, and quality assurance. Additionally, operations management's role in organizational performance is explored. Students will examine organizational challenges and opportunities in order to formulate strategies that sustain competitive advantage. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fe

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): MKTG610

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 or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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 addition, this course examines the coordination of employer benefits with social insurance programs established and administered by the state. Grade Note(s): A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): FINC 620 and HRMG 700

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HRMG700

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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 or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fe

This course is the study of how external influences and internal capabilities affect organizational strategies, tactics, and execution. This course covers topics surrounding supply chain management, process design, capacity planning and scheduling, inventory control, statistical process control, and quality assurance. Additionally, operations management's role in organizational performance is explored. Students will examine organizational challenges and opportunities in order to formulate strategies that sustain competitive advantage. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Cours

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. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Grade Note(s): A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

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. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course is the study of how external influences and internal capabilities affect organizational strategies, tactics, and execution. This course covers topics surrounding supply chain management, process design, capacity planning and scheduling, inventory control, statistical process control, and quality assurance. Additionally, operations management's role in organizational performance is explored. Students will examine organizational challenges and opportunities in order to formulate strategies that sustain competitive advantage. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Grade Note(s): A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course.

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. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course is the study of how external influences and internal capabilities affect organizational strategies, tactics, and execution. This course covers topics surrounding supply chain management, process design, capacity planning and scheduling, inventory control, statistical process control, and quality assurance. Additionally, operations management's role in organizational performance is explored. Students will examine organizational challenges and opportunities in order to formulate strategies that sustain competitive advantage. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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 or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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 addition, this course examines the coordination of employer benefits with social insurance programs established and administered by the state. Grade Note(s): A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite(s): FINC 620 and HRMG 700

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course is the study of how external influences and internal capabilities affect organizational strategies, tactics, and execution. This course covers topics surrounding supply chain management, process design, capacity planning and scheduling, inventory control, statistical process control, and quality assurance. Additionally, operations management's role in organizational performance is explored. Students will examine organizational challenges and opportunities in order to formulate strategies that sustain competitive advantage. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520

This course provides a systematic overview of the U.S. Healthcare Delivery System. Students will examine key components involved in the delivery and provision of healthcare services, including cultural diversity. 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. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630

This course will provide an overview of the legal processes and compliance issues related to health data. Students will review HIPAA compliance requirements as well as review risk management strategies and policies. Students will develop a training program related to legal issues and compliance and incorporate project management methodologies. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

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. 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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): This class must be taken as the last class in the MBA program

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

This foundational course introduces students to the application of nursing theory in the practice of professional nursing. The student will be guided to utilize critical thinking skills, when applying the nursing process in the care of adult clients, leading to the development of clinical judgment. Evidence-based fundamental nursing concepts, essential to the provision of nursing care, including holism, safety, communication, and basic client needs will be introduced Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 and BIOL 110L; BIOL 221 and BIOL 221L; CHEM 150 and CHEM 150L Co-requisite(s): BIOL 222 and BIOL 222L -

This course introduces basic knowledge, skills, and critical thinking concepts necessary for delivery of bedside nursing. The student will learn to apply the nursing process and develop beginning clinical judgment in laboratory settings and through direct patient care experiences. The clinical learning objectives focus on meeting the basic healthcare needs of the older adult, chronically ill persons and their families. NURS101C requires 90 hours of clinical time for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C.The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 & BIOL 110L; BIOL 221 & BIOL 221L; CHEM 150 & CHEM 150L Co-requisite(s): BIOL 222L & BIOL 222

This course is the first part of a two-semester sequence that introduces the basic principles of pharmacology used to safely administer medications and monitor effects of drug therapy. The clinical judgment model and the nursing process are used to highlight the nurse's role in ensuring safe and effective pharmacological therapies for patients across the lifespan. Students learn the characteristics of select, commonly-used drug prototypes and classifications utilized for various health conditions and disease states. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221 and BIOL 221L; CHEM 150 and CHEM 150L Co-requisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C; BIOL 211* and BIOL 211L*; BIOL 222* and BIOL 222L* *May be taken as a prerequisite.

This course is the second part of a two-semester sequence that reinforces the basic principles of pharmacology used to safely administer medications and monitor effects of drug therapy. The clinical judgment model and the nursing process are used to highlight the nurse's role in ensuring safe and effective pharmacological therapies for patients across the lifespan. Students learn the characteristics of additional commonly-used drug prototypes and classifications utilized for various health conditions and disease states. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 211, BIOL 211L, NURS 101, NURS 101C, NURS 125 Recommended Co-Requisite(s): BIOL 312 - may also be taken as a prerequisite

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. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *Component Co-requisite(s): NURS144 and NURS144C Co-requisite(s): NURS135 Pre

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. NURS 144C requires 180 hours of clinical for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Fees: Additional course fees apply. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 144 and NURS 144C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): NURS 101 and NURS 101C Co-requisite(s): NURS 135

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: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. *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. NURS 165C requires 45 hours of clinical for the semester. Grade Note(s): A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Component Co-requisite(s): NURS 165 and NURS 165C. The lecture, lab (L) and clinical (C) components of each NURS course must be successfully completed during the same semester. All component co-requisites must be repeated if a failing grade is received in any one of them. Prerequisite(s): NURS 144 and NURS 144C

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. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Note: A grade of B- or better is required to pass this course successfully. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. 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. Note: ENGL109L is a 0 credit hour lab utilized in the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP). Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate test scores or successful completion of ENGL021. Student must also complete a diagnostic writing sample.

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. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.

MATH120 College Mathematics
Students in this course will explore and apply college-level mathematical concepts so as to enhance their critical and creative thinking skills. Topics will include i) problem solving, ii) set theory and real numbers, iii) linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and iv) counting techniques and probability. Other topics of interest will be selected from graph theory, prime numbers, logic, number representation, and voting theory. This course aims to increase students’ appreciation of the utility, ubiquity, and beauty of mathematics. 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

MATH125 Intermediate Algebra
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. Note:  A final grade of C or better is required to take MATH135 or MATH150