GEN 100                                                               

THE MAKING OF THE CHRISTIAN MIND                                 

Course Description: Explores the development of a Christian worldview and philosophy of life.

Studies some alternative worldviews from a Christian worldview perspective. Investigates the sacredness of all spheres of human life and the relevance of a Christian worldview to all spheres of human life and action through the works of some of Christianity’s leading thinkers and writers.

3 Credits

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GEN 250                                                                 

THE MAKING OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE                                   

Course Description: Exploration, assessment, and application of Scripture to key ethical and cultural issues,

with an emphasis on the development of moral discernment and reasoning.

3 Credits

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BIB 105                                                                 

INTRODUCTION TO THE BIBLE                                                          

Course Description: Introduction to the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures with an emphasis on biblical interpretation

and application in the contemporary world. Importance and reliability of the Scriptures, genres of Scripture with

representative readings, basics of biblical interpretation, and skills needed for application to the Christian life examined.

3 Credits

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BIB 106                                                                 

CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE                                                                   

Course Description: Exploration of core doctrinal and theological beliefs of the Christian faith. Emphasis placed upon the development of a Christian worldview in order to prepare students to face the challenges of their current culture.

3 Credits

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BIB 430                                                              

CHRISTIAN ETHICS                                                                      

Course Description: Exploration of biblical principles of ethics, along with assessment of historical and contemporary approaches to the topic.

3 Credits

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​LAN 101                                                               

ACADEMIC WRITING, RESEARCH & RHETORIC                     

Course Description: think and write rhetorically among various cultural discourses and worldviews.

Classical and current conversations across academic and cultural spheres, with a specific focus on the habits and conventions

of academic writing.

3 Credits

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​LAN 104                                                                 

PUBLIC SPEAKING.                                                                     

Course Description: Effective speaking using various methods.Classroom practice given in oral and interpretive readings.

Study is given to the correct preparation and delivery of different kinds of

speeches as well as the use of correct speech habits and behavior.

3 Credits

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​LAN 205                                                                 

INQUIRY BASED COLLEGE RESEARCH AND WRITING         

Course Description: Picking up where LAN 101 ends, this course focuses specifically on understanding

how to read texts with an academic curiosity that leads to substantive research questions.

Critically analyze the rhetorical situation of multiple types of research writing. 

3 Credits

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MAT 060                                                                 

BASIC MATH SKILLS                                                                   

Course Description: This course equips students with mathematical skills necessary for success in college level mathematics courses. Students will build quantitative reasoning and logical thinking skills through encounters with problems drawn from a

variety of contexts, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, financial math, and statistics.

3 Credits

 

​​MAT 102                                                               

EVERYDAY MATHEMATICS                                                         

Course Description: This course examines quantitative information and mathematical principles that permeate everyday life.

Topics include logic and problem solving, use and abuse of numbers and percents, personal finance, statistical reasoning,

probability and risk, and theories of voting and apportionment.

3 Credits

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​LAN 340                                                                 

BUSINESS WRITING                                                                  

Course Description: effective writing for professional and business environments. Students will write letters, emails, reports,

proposals, and other common forms of business communication to foster problem-solving communication in the workplace.

The course helps students shape their business writing ethically, for multiple audiences, and in a variety of professional situations.

3 Credits

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​MAT 110                                                               

APPLIED BUSINESS MATH                                                          

Course Description: quantitative analysis of real-world business problems. Understand the mathematical concepts

related to common business practices and, as needed, collect, organize, and analyze data.

Topics include checking accounts, percentages, interest, invoices, trade and cash discounts, markup and markdown,

payroll, promissory notes, annuities, consumer and business credit, and business statistics.

3 Credits

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​BUS 101                                                                 

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS                                               

Course Description: This introductory course investigates the role business plays in society, and the importance of

integrating a career in business with ministry.

3 Credits

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​BUS  102                                                               

INFORMATION SYSTEMS FOR BUSINESS I                           

Course Description: Introduction to the concepts and skills required for using computer applications for business.

The use of Microsoft Office programs in business. (Excel®, Access®, PowerPoint®, and Outlook®).

Creating, formatting and editing documents.

3 Credits

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BUS 103                                                                

INFORMATION SYSTEMS FOR BUSINESS II                               

Course Description: Using computer tools and technology to solve business problems.  Specific emphasis on the use of spreadsheets, formulation, analysis, and presentation of data through the use of Microsoft Office products

(Excel, Word, PowerPoint) as well as other similar products.
3 Credits

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​​​BUS 112                                                                 

INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING                                       

Course Description: The fundamental aspects of the accounting discipline are surveyed, focusing on significant

accounting concepts and the function, preparation, and analysis of financial statements.

3 Credits

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BUS 113                                                                 

FOUNDATIONS OF ACCOUNTING                                            

Course Description: Techniques studied include budgeting, cost accounting, decision making, planning and process control.

This course will outline the process used to make decisions using accounting systems data.

3 Credits

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BUS 203                                                               

ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION                                     

Course Description: Application of business communication principles through creation of effective business documents and oral presentations. Includes study and application of team communication and use of technology to facilitate the communication process.

3 Credits

 

BUS 204                                                               

MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS                                                       

Course Description: Application of economic and accounting information to a business setting.

The use data to increase profitability. Forecasting of demand, supply, and production.

3 Credits

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BUS 205                                                                 

FINANCE                                                                                       

Course Description: This course will examine how an organization operates financially,

how money flows through an organization and how to develop successful financial business strategies.

3 Credits

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BUS 206                                                                 

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT                                        

Course Description: Basic principles and techniques. Understand and apply concepts related to employment planning,

recruiting and selecting employees, training and developing employees, compensation and employee benefits issues,

performance evaluations, conflict, and labor relations.

3 Credits

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BUS 207                                                                 

ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR                                                  

Course Description: Factors that influence behavior in organizations. Developing an understanding of the practical implications of various theories of human behavior in the workplace. Topics include individual attitudes and behavior; motivation theories; managing stress and emotions; conflict, negotiations and decision making; people at work; managing diversity; communication; managing groups/teams; leading people in organizations and organizational culture.

3 Credits

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​BUS 230                                                                 

LEADERSHIP                                                                               

Course Description: Advance in leadership through the incorporation of biblical principles and business practice.

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BUS 302                                                                 

MARKETING                                                                                

Course Description: introduction to marketing and the role marketing has in a business. 

Emphasis on marketing strategies, market segmentation, packaging and labeling,

promotion, pricing decisions, and regulatory and competitive forces.

3 Credits

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​BUS 304                                                                

PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT                                               

Students examine the essential functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading, staffing, and controlling, and how they can be utilized to strengthen management, employee, and organizational performance.

3 Credits

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BUS 305                                                                 

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT                                                 

Course Description: operations in an actual business setting. Topics discussed will include strategy,

process flow, forecasting, scheduling and planning, and inventory management.

3 Credits

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​​BUS 306                                                                  

ENTREPRENEURSHIP                                                                

Course Description: This is a practical hands-on business course designed for students interested in starting their own business and/or working for a new business. The course focuses on the steps necessary to create, maintain, modify and market the new business from an entrepreneurial perspective.

Students will develop a business plan, find ways to secure financing, marketing techniques.

3 Credits

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BUS 307                                                                   

BUSINESS LAW                                                                          

Course Description: Using case law and hypothetical business scenarios to observe the application of legal concepts in a business environment. Subjects studied will include contracts, torts, uniform commercial code, ethical and criminal components of business decisions, and organization of business entities.

Students will apply a biblical worldview and appropriate business ethics when considering and applying law to businesses.

3 Credits

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BUS 308                                                               

BUSINESS STRATEGY & EXECUTION                                       

Course Description: Focus on values-led organizations, examining topics such as vision, mission, core values, strategy, planning, decision making and management execution. Apply management techniques to aid in strategic planning and execution in a changing business environment, and to examine how faith informs and gives purpose to business and profits.

3 Credits

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BUS 310                                                                 

EMPLOYMENT LAW COMPLIANCE                                        ​

Course Description: The course will provide students with an in-depth understand of laws that affect the workplace.

Effectively manage risk in the employment relationship.

3 Credits

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BUS 381                                                                 

NON PROFIT MANAGEMENT                                                 

Course Description: understanding of nonprofit status, leading and managing employees, boards, volunteers,

fundraising, grant writing, marketing, and nonprofit law and finance. 

The course is organized around projects for local nonprofits.

3 Credits

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BUS 402                                                                 

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS                                                   

Course Description: introduction to global markets and its effects in the world.

Globalization of cultures, economics, politics, and the risks, challenges, and opportunities associated with it.

3 Credits

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BUS 405                                                                   

BUSINESS PLANS                                                                     

Course Description: development and presentation of an actual business plan. Complete a business plan

including an executive summary, industry and market analysis, a marketing strategy and plan, operations plan,

product, service development plan and company structure.

3 Credits

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BUS 430

SOLUTION SELLING​

Course Description: This course provides an overview of professional selling environments and their role in taking new products and services to market. The emphasis is on establishing high level relationships, strategic selling, account planning and management, forecasting, and garnering necessary resources to be successful in competitive selling situations. Using biblical principles of integrity, honesty, and open communication will be integral to coursework. Advocate for financing arrangements such as fee-for-service, managed care, capitation, deductibles, and co-payments and teach the client about these issues.

3 credits

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BUS 415                                                                   

MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING                                                 

Course Description: Uses information gathered from accounting records to prepare internal reports, compile analyses,

and prepare recommendations to assist management in control and decision making.

3 Credits

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BUS 420                                                                   

ADVANCED BUSINESS CONCEPTS                                      

Course Description: This course will address a broad range of topics focused on both business and

personal financial decision-making and planning. It will allow students to prepare further for a career in business

by applying already acquired business knowledge and experience to new and more complex topics

including general business management, taxation, personal finance and risk management.

3 Credits

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BUS 425                                                                 

PERSONAL FINANCE & INVESTMENT                                  

Course Description: study of personal finance and money management. Examine personal financial management,

consumer decision-making, and investments while applying biblical principles. Understanding financial planning,

debt, saving, retirement planning, taxes, estate planning, behavioral finance and risk management.

Specific studies include individual equities, bonds, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, alternative investments

(including hedge funds, private equity funds, and commodities), annuities, and insurance products).

3 Credits

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BUS 480                                                                 

 MANAGERIAL DECISION MAKING                                        

Course Description: decision making using multiple methodologies and techniques. Decision analysis; linear programming; forecasting; inventory control models; queuing theory and simulation modeling. 

Apply biblical principles to evaluate the decision and implementation, while assuring that the process and results are God-honoring.

3 Credits

 

BUS 481                                                                 

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT                                             

Course Description: Introduction to managing global supply chains and operations within the context of an integrated value chain. The class presents a framework in today's global business environment to provide a competitive advantage resulting in increased revenue and improved profitability. Topics include global strategies for procurement and supply chain management, total cost of ownership, insourcing vs. outsourcing, design engineering management, global organizational considerations, total quality management, inventory management, distribution and logistics management, negotiations,

key metrics of supply chain performance, and legal and ethical considerations.

3 Credits

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​​ECO 100                                                              

ELECTRONIC COMMERCE                                                         

Course Description: Overview of emerging online technologies and trends and their influences on the electronic commerce marketplace. Nature and impact of e-commerce on business operations, resources, and management.

Upon completion of the course, students will have a firm grasp of global e-commerce business trends and the technologies required to implement them.

3 Credits