May 03, 2024  
2020 - 2021 Catalog 
    
2020 - 2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Business

  
  • BUS 130 - Business Matters - 21st Century I


    This is an introductory course relating to foundational concepts of business operations, including management, leadership, marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship. The course provides a theoretical, foundational examination of business operations. Dual credit offering only.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 135 - Business Matters - 21st Century II


    This is an introductory course relating to the practical application of business operations, including management, leadership, marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship. Dual credit offering only.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 200 - Electronic Communication


    This course teaches the alpha/numeric keyboard with emphasis on correct techniques, speed, and accuracy. Formatting of basic personal and business correspondence, reports and tabulation will also be covered.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 201 - Advanced Spreadsheets


    This course will prepare students for working with spreadsheets in a business environment. Students will learn to build spreadsheets and to use spreadsheets to analyze existing data sets to inform decision making.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 215 - Principles of Management


    Management stresses a set of activities directed at an organization’s resources with the aim of achieving goals in an efficient and effective manner. This course explores the managerial activities of planning, decision-making, organizing, leading, and controlling.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 220 - Introduction to Personal Financial Planning


    Students will be introduced to the financial planning process; client/planner interactions; time value of money applications; personal financial statement development and assessment; cash flow and debt management; asset acquisition; education planning; planning elements of risk management; investment planning, retirement planning; special needs planning review; integrating planning recommendations; financial planning ethics review; and an overview of practice management concepts.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 225 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 230 - Technology and Strategy


    This course investigates ways effective and responsible use of various technologies can be used to achieve individual and organizational goals.

    2 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 311 - Business Law I


    Business Law deals with the legal implications of business decisions and activities. This course provides background information on the legal system and potential business liabilities and covers the law of contract and commercial paper such as promissory notes.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 312 - Business Law II


    Deal with the legal implications of business decisions and activities. Covers basic business organizations such as partnerships and corporations and also explores areas of debtor-creditor relationships, consumer protection, and employment.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 317 - Money and Banking


    Money and banking is a branch of economics covering financial institutions and their impact on economic activity. This course covers the Federal Reserve System, generated money multipliers, and general equilibrium analysis.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ECN 204  or instructor consent
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 318 - Retirement Planning


    Retirement planning focuses on preparation for retirement. The course will include the importance of retirement planning, on evaluation of the client’s needs, and an understanding of Social Security and Medicare, and qualified and non-qualified retirement plans.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 362 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 325 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 326 - Management/Leadership Concepts


    Students will be introduced to principles of management and leadership within an organization. Students will learn the difference between management and leadership and the importance each plays in organizational effectiveness.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 328 - Organizational Behavior


    Organizational Behavior is the study of how individual behavior, group behavior and organizational environment impact organizational effectiveness. The intent of this course is to introduce students to the history, theories, and practical application of organizational behavior concepts and their application in contemporary organizations.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 330 - International Marketing


    Students will be provided an overview of the dynamic and complex subject of international marketing. Students will also learn about the rising significance of global orientation in business and become familiar with the processes used and environments encountered by international marketers.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 333 - Marketing


    Marketing consists of activities that satisfy needs through production, placement, promotion, and pricing of goods, services, and ideas. This course explores target markets, marketing mixes, and marketing environments.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 340 - Sales Management


    Sales management looks at the different tools needed to satisfy customer demand. This course looks at the various technologies available to manage accounts, opportunities to develop strategies and finally, how to evaluate customer satisfaction.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 341 - Retailing


    Retailing is a unique business format which is distinct from manufacturing and wholesaling. This course explores how retailers develop strategies to attract customers and also how consumers develop strategies to acquire goods and services from retailers.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 346 - Small Business Management


    Students explore the problems and responsibilities in organizing, financing, and operating a small business. Students also explore the advantages that are inherent in operating a small business.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 350 - Introduction to Healthcare Administration


    This course introduces students to concepts, theories and approaches related to professional practice in the healthcare systems. It emphasizes management, coordination and organization of services from a customer perspective. A broad overview of the levels of care, the care continuum, regulations governing care delivery is provided.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 351 - The American Healthcare System


    This course presents students with an introduction to the structure, operations, and financing of the U.S. healthcare system. Major industry participants are examined, how healthcare services are allocated and financed, various factors that influence cost and quality of care, as well as future concerns for healthcare in the U.S.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 350 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 355 - Principles of Catholic Social Teaching in Business


    This course explores the formation of virtuous leaders, culture, and practices in a business setting based on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. Students “should realize the responsibility of their professional life, the enthusiasm of being the trained ‘leaders’ of tomorrow, of being witnesses to Christ in whatever place they may exercise their profession” (John Paul, On Catholic Universities).

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: CTH 355 
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 362 - Financial Management


    This course introduces students to various fundamental financial concepts and skills. It helps students understand financial statement and analysis, time value of money, valuation of bonds and stocks and cost of capital. The course will also help students to be proficient in using the financial calculator.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 101  and ACC 102  or instructor consent
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 371 - Human Resources Management


    The goal of managing human resources is to get the right person on the job so that the needs of both the individual and the organization are met legally and efficiently. This course studies the process of managing human resources including the topics of recruitment, selection and performance appraisal.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 372 - Insurance


    This course introduces students to risk management and insurance decisions in personal financial planning. Topics include insurance for life, health, disability, property and liability risks, as well as annuities, group insurance, and long term care.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 374 - Economics


    Use economic information to make proactive decisions. Focus on planning and finance skills.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 380 - Internship and Career Preparation


    All students in the Gary Tharaldson School of Business are required to secure and complete a professional internship. Through a formal planning and development process, students will research career strengths and interests and assess internship opportunities in multiple industries for a positive learning experience in the internship setting. Completion of the internship and career preparation course is required at least one semester prior to enrollment in internship credits.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 381 - Investments


    The primary objective of investing is to gain value on capital. This course examines the basic economy so that the individual investor can develop strategies for acquiring wealth, managing a portfolio, and protecting assets. Some specific topics include: goal setting and budgeting, investing in real estate, using financial markets and institutions, and the impact of taxes on investing.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 101 , ACC 102 , and BUS 362 ; or instructor consent
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 401 - Operations Management


    Students will learn about the planning, controlling, and implementation of the processes used by firms. Students will be exposed to operations management principles and their application to the daily functions of a company’s business model.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 403 - Strategic Leadership and Management


    Effective managers need to know how to make effective decisions. This course uses case studies to explore the analysis, formulation, and implementation of strategies.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 101 , ACC 102 , ECN 203 , ECN 204  or BUS 374 , BUS 215  or BUS 326 , BUS 333 , and BUS 362 ; or instructor consent
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 406 - Marketing Research


    This course is designed to enable students to understand, interpret and conduct marketing research. It addresses the use of marketing research as an aid to make marketing decisions; specifically how the information used to make marketing decisions is gathered and analyzed. Students will be exposed to a variety of research designs including surveys and experimental designs, as well as data analysis and interpretation.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 180  and BUS 333 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 407 - Healthcare Law and Regulatory Environment


    This course presents fundamental concepts of legal issues in healthcare including the healthcare provider’s legal responsibilities, federal and state healthcare regulatory mandates, information management/security, informed consent and patient self-determination.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 408 - Financial Management In Healthcare


    This course provides students with a practical understanding of basic healthcare financial issues, processes and reports used in the healthcare industry.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 362 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 420 - International Business


    The course will provide a broad knowledge of international business management and stimulate the interpersonal and intercultural management skills necessary for conducting international business. The economic, political, and legal aspects of global business are discussed in the course.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 425 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 435 - Behavioral Finance


    Traditional financial management assumes managers and investors act rationally to maximize shareholder or personal wealth. Research shows this is often not the case. This course brings together finance and economic theories with concepts from psychology to explain why decision makers (including ourselves) act irrationally from a wealth maximization perspective. Students will also explore ways in which decision makers can be “nudged” towards rational choices.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 362   or instructor consent
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 436 - Leading Organizational Change


    Focus on the history, ethics, and values of organization development as they shape the theories, models, practices, and interventions utilized by organization development practitioners and change agents. Topics include data gathering, diagnosis, organization design, strategic planning, quality interventions, team building, survey feedback, individual instruments, coaching, and mentoring.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 371  and BUS 328 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 446 - Internship


    This course is designed to provide a meaningful work experience for the student that is business related. The course integrates curricular learning with practical hands-on work experience while allowing the student to demonstrate proficiency in the core university competencies.

    1-8 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the division or consent of director of experiential education
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 8 credits toward the degree.
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 452 - Experiential Development


    This course is an option to BUS 446 - Internship . Students will work on a special project to give them a hands-on experiential learning opportunity. The project must be approved by their advisor and Dean prior to enrollment in the course.

    1-8 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 8 credits toward the degree.
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 454 - Project Management


    Project management is the application of project management concepts, skills, tools and techniques to project activities in order to meet project goals. Our studies will parallel the concepts, techniques, and tools set forth by industry professionals, specifically, the Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK) developed by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 460 - Financial Planning Capstone


    This course will engage the student in critical thinking and decision-making about personal financial management topics in the context of the financial planning process. The purpose of this course is to refine and develop skills needed for personal financial planners when working with individuals, families, and business owners in meeting financial needs and objectives.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 220 , BUS 317 , BUS 318 , BUS 362 , BUS 372 , BUS 381 , or instructor consent
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 501 - Graduate Program Orientation


    This course will introduce students to the fundamental skills needed for success in the graduate level. Students will receive an orientation to scholarly writing, scholarly sources, Welder Library and APA style. The Benedictine Values and professional comportment policy are reviewed to set the expectations for graduate students. In addition, students will be introduced to the requirements for BUS 790 - Graduate Business Capstone .

    0 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type PF
  
  • BUS 502 - Operations Management


    This course emphasizes the importance of managing the activities involved in the process of converting or transforming resources into products or services. Topics include process planning, capacity planning, quality tools, and how the operations management area integrates with the other functional areas of the organization.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 503 - Business Research & Writing


    This course provides graduate students with information about academic writing and research skills.  Students will be acquainted to various research tools, methodologies, and resources, which includes the Welder Library.  Critical thinking, expressed through solid research and writing with clarity serves as the foundation for all academic and professional pursuits. 

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
    Typically Offered
    Fall

  
  • BUS 504 - Management and Organizational Behavior


    Managers can be more effective leaders and decision makers by utilizing knowledge from the field of organizational behavior, which focuses on understanding human behavior at the individual and group level within the context of an organization. Concepts that influence behavior such as group dynamics, organization culture, motivation, power and politics, and conflict management are some of the specific areas covered in this course.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 505 - Human Resource Management


    This course will study the nature of human resource management, staffing the organization, developing human resources, compensating human resources and managing employee relations. The course emphasizes the need for HR professionals to effectively contribute to their organization as a strategic and knowledgeable business partner. Course competencies and outcomes focus on the importance of integrating HR knowledge with business essentials.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 510 - Leadership & Management Theory


    Leadership is a complex process with multiple dimensions. This course studies and critiques various leadership theories. Each theory is analyzed by identifying strengths and weakness and application to organizations. Students will discuss and contrast key theories and models. Course topics include Trait approach, Path-Goal theory, servant leadership, virtuous leadership, leadership ethics, and culture and leadership.    

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
    Typically Offered
    Fall
  
  • BUS 520 - Foundations of Energy Management


    This course will provide an overview of the energy industry-past, present, and future. Students will discuss general terms and terminology of the industry and general issues in energy development and production and long current issues and new ventures. The course will examine the operating diversity among energy companies and the relationships among the various energy sectors. Students will explore the current political situation regarding the energy industry and its environmental impact. The course is designed to give students a foundation for the remaining energy courses.

    4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 522 - The Economics and Markets of Energy


    This course will help students understand the geo-economics of energy. It will include analysis of past energy production and consumption patterns, production and distribution in the United States and abroad. The course will examine traditional energy economics and the effects of alternative energy sources on a variety of issues including pricing, transportation, storage, regulations, taxation, economic efficiencies, energy policies and social welfare. This course will also examine how energy markets are established and how end products are prices and traded.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 523 - Financial Management in the Energy Industry


    This course incorporates financial concepts for managers to assist in making decisions related to the energy sector, including the application of these concepts in attracting and preserving capital. Course work will focus on understanding the costs and benefits of various capital alternatives and the ability to evaluate these courses in achieving strategic objectives. Topics will include terms and terminology of energy financing, cash flows, working capital analysis and alternatives, long-term financing, risk analysis, asset management, decision-making and energy project financing.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 525 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 526 - Legal Issues in Energy Management


    This course will investigate laws, legislation and regulations governing the development and disposition of energy resources and their related business transactions, including the underlying theories used in establishing these laws and regulations. The course will examine the general concepts of property and contract law pertinent to conducting business in the United States.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 532 - Fundamentals of Economics


    The purpose of this course is to provide managers with fundamental economic principles, which they may use to think critically about micro and macroeconomic events.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 533 - Understanding Corporate Finance


    A practitioner-oriented course, Understanding Corporate Finance is designed to provide the reader with the basic analytical skills common to all disciplines within the field of finance.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 534 - Financial Accounting


    A working knowledge of accounting is critical to success in business. Accounting information underlies most strategic and operational decisions made by management. The purpose of this package is to supply managers with knowledge of the objectives of accounting and to provide the tools necessary to interpret accounting information.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 537 - Foundations in Catholic Philanthropy


    This course provides an overview on Catholic philanthropic principles deeply rooted in Sacred Scripture and Church tradition. Students will analyze foundational principles such as Gift, Generosity, Gratefulness, and Love - specifically, how they relate to charitable giving and motives. Students will synthesize these concepts through an exploration of sacred scripture, early Church writings, and modem Church works.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 554 - Fundamentals of Finance, Accounting and Economics


    Students learn the relationship of the financial manager, the manager’s organization, the financial markets and the tax environment, as well as how to use time value of money valuation tools and risk and return valuation models. Students will learn how to integrate fundamental economic principles effectively, which they may use to think critically about micro and macro-economic events. This course will also provide students with knowledge of the objectives of accounting and to provide the tools necessary to interpret accounting information.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 555 - Managerial Finance


    Analyze the relationship of the financial manager, the manager’s organization, the financial markets, and the tax environment, as well as how to use time value of money valuation tools and risk and return valuation models. Focusing on the more technical or financial aspects of organizational life, the manager will be able to develop some measurable objectives by which to assess organizational goals.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 560 - Statistics


    Effective business leaders must have a basic understanding of the application of statistical concepts and procedures. Students develop an understanding of the descriptive and inferential statistics utilized in educational research for the purpose of statistical analysis.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
    Typically Offered
    Fall

  
  • BUS 565 - Statistics and Research


    Effective business leaders must have a basic understanding of the application of statistical concepts and procedures. Students develop an understanding of the descriptive and inferential statistics utilized in educational research for the purpose of statistically analyzing and interpreting research findings.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 567 - Transformational Giving


    This course will define Major Gifts best practice and meet test preparation requirements for the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) test sections related to Securing the Gift and Relationship Building. Students will have the ability to interpret Major Gifts practices through the lens of SelfGift, compare different major gift approaches, and demonstrate mastery of major gifts techniques and presentation.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 537 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 571 - Executive Economic Analysis


    This course presents a wealth of real-world cutting-edge applications of advanced microeconomic theory. Applications will include micreconomic contributions to the understanding of leadership, globalization, consumer welfare and environmentally beneficial activities. The efficiency effects of perfect competition, monopoly, oligopoly and monopolistic competition will be compared and contrasted.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 575 - Information Systems for Managers


    Directly concerned with the management issues surrounding information and telecommunications systems, it presents the ingredients of management knowledge necessary for success in the management of information technology. This course views information technology from the perspective of managers at several levels - from the CEO to the first line manager. It provides frameworks and management principles that current or aspiring managers can employ to cope with the challenges inherent in the implementation of rapidly advancing technology.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 605 - Managerial Accounting


    Analysis of financial data and use of the results to make wise business decisions. Enables managers to better control valuable resources and more accurately predict the cost of future business ventures.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 610 - Marketing


    Introduces students to the area of marketing management and analysis of the domain of marketing, including theories of how marketing managers make decisions, appeal to consumers, and develop unique marketing strategies. The managerial implications of these theoretical foundations will also be presented.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 618 - Collective Bargaining and Labor Relations


    This course examines the principles and laws of collective bargaining and labor relations, and the reasoning involved in the collective bargaining process. Today’s workplace is also in a state of rapid change and is becoming more complex and competitive. Negotiations do not end when a settlement is reached and an agreement is signed. This course focuses on collective bargaining as a continuous process consisting of contract negotiations, administration, interpretation and sometimes arbitration.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 621 - Strategic Compensation: A Human Resource Management Approach


    This course is designed to provide a solid understanding of the art and science of compensation practices. Compensation systems can promote an organization’s competitive advantages when properly aligned with strategic goals. This course is designed to enhance the student’s knowledge, skill and analytical ability in the area of strategic compensation practices.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 622 - Human Resource Development


    The overall intent of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to human resource development (HRD) competencies and for those students to successfully demonstrate their application of this knowledge. This course includes analysis of adult learning theory, analysis of the contribution of HRD in the business world, and specific skill development required of HRD professionals.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 625 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 630 - Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Administration


    The field of healthcare is rapidly changing. Effective administrators and managers must stay abreast of current issues to proactively assess and prepare for the impact to their particular field within the industry. This course discusses and evaluates evolving issues and provides a venue for debate and analysis of potential impact.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 635 - Law in the Managerial Environment


    This course is intended to teach not just principles and rules of law but also the thinking involved in legal reasoning. The focus is on how the rules of law are applied to business situations.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 636 - Mission Advancement Principles & Practice


    This course analyzes and evaluates ethical, procedural, legal, and managerial principles and practices of running a successful Mission Advancement office. This course will also fulfill Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) test preparation necessary for the following sections: Donor Research, Volunteer Involvement, Leadership and Management, and Ethics, Accountability, and Professionalism.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 537  and BUS 567 
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 645 - Organizational Communication and Transition Management


    The course is designed to teach an awareness of the managerial communication skills necessary to effectively lead an organization and its members through change and transition. Throughout the course, topics such as group communication, interpersonal communication, leadership, human relationships, and organizational culture and climate will be examined.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 650 - Foundations of Public Administration


    This course is designed to provide an analysis of public administration in our American system of government. A specific focus will be placed on how the public and private sectors differ from leadership, logistic, and organizational perspectives. The course will examine the foundations, organization, financing and management of this administrative responsibility.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 653 - Healthcare Organizations and Finance


    This course is designed to provide students with a practical understanding of healthcare financial issues, financial reporting and analysis. Financial management tools and methods used in budget preparation, evaluation of investment alternatives, financial forecasting and capital structures are covered with a focus on common practices in healthcare organizations.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 660 - Leadership in the Public Sector


    This course provides students with an in-depth analysis of leadership within the public sector. As a foundation of understanding, leadership will be discussed through basic situational and behavior theories. These theories will be compared and contrasted with effective leadership in the private sector. There will also be an analysis of effective strategies to maximize the chances for a citizen to be electable from exploratory, nomination, campaigning, to fundraising.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 670 - Virtuous Leadership Immersion


    This course provides the students an opportunity to interface directly with representatives of Alexandre Havard’s Virtuous Leadership Institute and course-mates. Concepts within Virtuous Leadership. An agenda for personal excellence (2nd edition) will be discussed. Students will be immersed in these concepts during a four-day session. This immersion session will be bookended with technically-blended content to prepare for the session and reflect on implementation techniques afterwards.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 680 - Business and Catholic Social Teaching


    In this course, students will analyze workplace diversity and discrimination, workplace conditions, privacy, wages, the use of technology, environmental concerns, and corporate social responsibility. Students will integrate these business topics through meaningful reflection of faith-based readings including Rerum Novarum, Economic Justice for All (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops), and John Paul II’s Laborem Exercens.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 688 - Culture and Public Service


    An exploration of the indispensable role of human culture including the influence of relationships among employers and employees. A specific emphasis is placed on shaping various principles and approaches to organizational leadership in the private and public sectors. Students will compare and contrast different models in organizational management and define how competitive advantage and strategic goals and outcomes, with a view to the common good, are achieved through ethical and effective leadership.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 690 - Executive Leadership


    Students explore various principles and approaches to organizational leadership, as well as the influence of relationships among leaders and followers. Students will compare and contrast different leaders and contextual and operational issues in organization leadership and define how organizational competitive advantage, goals and outcomes are achieved through ethical and effective leadership. The transformational, transactional, and laissez-faire leadership will be evaluated on a situational perspective.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 692 - Public Finance and Budgeting


    Students will master the concepts related to public sector budgeting and fiscal administration. Students will understand how to effectively justify appropriations requests and scrutinize the requests from other departments. Students will evaluate the procurement process specific to public agencies. The procurement understanding includes, but is not limited to the creation of Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Information (RFI), Invitation to Bid (IFB), and Full-time equivalent (FTE) employee requests

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 696 - Strategic Planning and Execution


    Students are introduced to the concepts, processes and tools used in organizational strategic planning. The strategic alignment of people, resources and processes to the vision, mission and purpose of the organization are addressed. Students study the principles of strategic management and link these principles to both sound theory and best practices. This course prepares students for their final capstone leadership seminar project.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 725 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 790 - Graduate Business Capstone


    Students are required to complete a literature review on a business topic they have researched or learned about throughout the program. Within the literature review, students must synthesize secondary research and demonstrate mastery of programmatic outcomes. Secondary research must be scholarly and the paper must conform to APA writing style. Additionally, students will be expected to present the literature review and verbally defend it at the end of the program.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course No
    Grade Type LT
  
  • BUS 899 - Continuing Enrollment


    Students officially accepted into a graduate program of study but not enrolled for course credits in the final phase of program completion may be required to enroll in Continuing Enrollment in 1.0 semester credit increments for each term of the academic year. Continuing Enrollment semester credits do not count toward fulfillment of the program of study for the degree. The academic advisor for the degree approves enrollment in Continuing Enrollment.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course No
    Grade Type PF

Catholic Studies

  
  • CTH 101 - The Great Catholic Adventure


    Introduces the interdisciplinary study of Catholic thought and culture: the interplay of Church and culture throughout the ages, the complementarity of faith and reason across multiple disciplines, and integration of faith and life as a whole . Required foundation course for Catholic Studies major; elective foundation course for CTH minor.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 125 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 150 - Catholic Studies Tutorial 1


    The Catholic Studies tutorial helps students to synthesize, assimilate, and apply content they have received from Catholic Studies and other disciplines. It focuses in particular on the topic of faith and reason and the unity of knowledge.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CTH 210 - Search for Happiness: Faith and Reason in Life


    Investigates the quest for happiness in light of the complementarity of Christian faith and human reason as found in the tradition of Catholic thought and culture. Evaluates arguments for and against various claims about happiness originating from popular culture, philosophy, theology, and other disciplines. Emphasis on the integration of the spiritual, bodily, and social dimensions of the human person. Required foundation course for Catholic Studies major; elective foundation course for Catholic Studies minor.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: PHI 210 
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective. Fulfills Ethics requirement
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 220 - Religion and Culture


    Considers the sociological dynamics of religion in general and Catholicism in particular within human societies and culture. Examines the nature of a liberal arts-based education as a specific Illustration of the relationship between religion and culture. Required foundation course for Catholic Studies major; elective foundation course for Catholic Studies minor. Elective for Social and Behavioral Sciences major.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: HIS 220 
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 225 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 234 - Benedict: Yesterday and Today


    Examines the influence of St. Benedict and Benedictines on Church, history, and various facets of human thought and culture. Monasticism’s significance as a resource for ongoing spiritual renewal in the Church and culture. Required foundation course for Catholic Studies major and minor. Advanced university core theology course.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: THE 234  
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Requirement
    Grade Type LT
    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer
  
  • CTH 250 - Catholic Studies Tutorial 2


    The Catholic Studies tutorial helps students to synthesize, assimilate, and apply content they have received from Catholic Studies and other disciplines. It focuses in particular on the theme of culture and the Integration of faith and life.

    1 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type PF
  
  • CTH 301 - Catholic Imagination


    Explores the theological, aesthetic, and cultural significance of Catholicism’s sacramental vision of the world and of the human person. Primary attention given to the nature of human imagination and to works of the imagination such as literature, art, and architecture. Required advanced course for Catholic Studies major; advanced elective for Catholic Studies minor.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 310 - Catholicism and America


    Examines the Catholic historical experience in America from colonization until the present. Consideration of how far Catholicism is compatible with American political and social values. Either this course or CTH/HIS 330 Catholicism and the Modern World is required for the Catholic Studies major; advanced elective for Catholic Studies minor. Upper-level U.S. History elective for History Education majors.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: HIS 310 
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 315 - Catholicism:Global Practices&Beliefs


    Explores how global Catholicism is enculturated in particular international societal contexts (e.g., Latin American, Mesoamerican, Asian or African or other contexts) and compares these practices and beliefs to contemporary American Catholic life in light of an examination of the creed, worship, moral life, and prayer of the global Catholic Church using its major teaching documents.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes
    Grade Type LT
    Typically Offered
    Fall
  
  • CTH 320 - Classical Roots of Christianity


    Considers the many ways in which the ancient Greco-Roman tradition helped shape Christianity. Interdisciplinary course elective for Catholic Studies major and minor programs.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: CLA 320 
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 325 - Special Topics


    This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.

    1-4 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: N/A
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit Yes
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective
    Grade Type LT
  
  • CTH 330 - Catholicism and the Modern World


    A comprehensive examination of Catholicism in relation to historical developments beginning in the Enlightenment and French Revolution. Treats the challenges and possibilities stemming from the encounter between Catholicism and the modern world as expressed In Ideas, cultures, and events since the eighteenth century. Either this course or CTH 310 /HIS 310  Catholicism and America is required for the Catholic Studies major; advanced elective for Catholic Studies minor. Upper-level World History elective for History Education majors.

    3 Semester Credit(s)

    Crosslisted with: HIS 330 
    Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
    Prerequisite(s): N/A
    Corequisite(s): N/A
    Repeatable for Credit No
    Core Course Yes. Core Elective. Fulfills Global Stewardship elective requirement
    Grade Type LT
 

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