Academic Options
These degrees can be completed 100% online or blended with optional plus experiences as a way to earn required credit hours.
The Bachelor of Arts in Business equips students for management roles in profit and non-profit organizations. The integration of a Christian worldview ensures the education is morally and ethically grounded. The concentrations provide major-related elective courses students may use to customize the major.
Objectives:
Graduates should be able to:
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Demonstrate fundamental knowledge in the core business concepts of accounting, economics, finance, information technology, business law, and management.
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Assess business decisions through the lens of a Christian worldview.
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Evaluate data used by decision-makers in today’s global business environment.
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Analyze business operations to provide recommendations for improvement.
Concentrations
- Accounting Concentration
- Criminal Justice Administration Concentration
- Digital Multi-Media Production Concentration
- Emergency Management Concentration
- Health Information Technology Concentration
- Healthcare Management Concentration
- Human Resources Concentration
- Logistics Management Concentration
- Organizational Leadership Concentration
The Bachelor of Arts in English provides students a foundation in British and American literature and allows students to pursue individual interests by choosing electives from a range of literature, language, and composition courses. Through exposure to diverse texts and extensive composition activity, students will gain the intellectual capacity and practical skills they need to attend graduate school or pursue a wide range of careers..
Objectives:
Upon graduating from the program, students should be able to:
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Evidence competence in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
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Synthesize literary terms and methods of analysis while critically reading literary texts drawn from various authors, time periods, and cultural contexts.
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Compose academic, creative, or professional texts, which evidence an awareness of genre conventions, format and citation guidelines, stylistic expectations, and grammatical correctness.
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Discover the relation of literature to faith and biblical truth.
The History major invites students to critically reflect upon the ideas, faith traditions, political movements, leaders, and cultures that shaped the West and the United States over the past three millennia and to understand the present as a continuation of the past. Through exposure to a broad set of readings and other work, the History major provides students with a background in the proper techniques for evaluating historical works, engaging in historical research, and developing advanced writing and presentation skills.
Objectives:
On graduating from the major, students should be able to:
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Acquire an appropriate knowledge of historical content and knowledge of how the discipline of history influences and is influenced by the contemporary culture.
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Critically examine concepts and theories concerning the discipline of history and the interaction of faith and history.
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Analyze primary and secondary materials and create work that provides a reasonable interpretation of data.
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Produce written work and/or other materials at an advanced level, appropriate for entering graduate school or a vocation.
The Interdisciplinary Studies major is composed of closely correlated coursework in two or more academic areas. The unique feature of this option is the flexibility that allows the student to work with an advisor and several faculty members to build a customized interdisciplinary program that best suits the student’s academic objectives and calling.
Objectives:
On completion of this major, students should be able to:
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Demonstrate competency in the knowledge and application of biblical/theological issues and principles.
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Exhibit general education knowledge and skills to enhance intellectual understanding and effectively communicate in current society.
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Affirm a specific calling or career goal, which clearly articulates a plan for correlated programs of study.
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Possess the ability to pursue further study or serve in various roles in the church or society which draws upon the knowledge and skills of the correlated programs of study.
MAJOR75 Hours
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Interdisciplinary Electives72
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INT4800 Interdisciplinary Studies Capstone3Examination of interdisciplinary scholarship and problem solving, with application based on students’ areas of emphasis in the major.Prerequisite: Completion of major courses
The Political Science major invites students to reflect upon the ideas, movements, leaders, and cultural influences that shaped the political landscape of the American Republic in the past and continues to alter America’s politics in the present. Going beyond an understanding of politics and political institutions, the program’s faculty seek to influence tomorrow’s leaders in public service toward an ethical vision of government action within the framework of a Christian worldview. Through exposure to a broad set of readings, experiences, and other work, the politics and public policy program provides students with a background in the structure and trends of America’s political order and prepares them for public service.
Objectives:
On completion of the major, students should be able to:
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Integrate Christian principles in critical thinking and decision-making in political science.
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Understand U.S. political structure and historyhow politics influences and is influenced by the contemporary culture.
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Critically examine concepts and theories regarding the interaction of faith and politics.
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Gather and analyze data regarding political behavior and create work that provides a reasonable interpretation of data.
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Produce written work and/or other materials at an advanced level, appropriate for entering graduate school or a vocation.
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at OCU leads to a broad foundation of knowledge in the discipline of psychology. Through the integration of a biblical worldview, students intellectually approach the study of psychology with a deep awareness of the challenges they will encounter in graduate school, the workplace, or ministry. At the completion of this major of study, students will possess a foundational understanding of human behavior and mental processes as well as basic psychology terminology and concepts used in: statistical and research methods, physiological psychology, and history and systems.
Objectives:
On completion of this major, students should be able to:
- Articulate a basic understanding of the principles of human development and behavior.
- Understand contemporary psychological theory.
- Attain a basic knowledge of psychological research methodology.
- Integrate the connection between the Bible and psychological principle into a model applicable to the student’s professional context.
ACCOUNTING15 HOURS
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ACC2020 Accounting I3The double-entry system of bookkeeping and the basic accounting cycle, including communicating financial information according to generally accepted accounting principles.Prerequisite: MAT1250 or higher
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ACC2460 Accounting Software Applications3This hands-on course introduces students to the use of computerized accounting software for a small business. Topics include setting up a new company, creating a chart of accounts, recording banking, customer, and vendor transactions, using inventory, recording payroll, making adjusting entries, and generating financial statements and management reports.Prerequisite: ACC2020
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ACC3020 Accounting II3The acquisition, analysis, and reporting of financial information for the individual manager and the organization with special attention to the planning and control responsibilities of practicing managers. Students should gain confidence in their ability to interpret and use financial information for more effective decision-making.Prerequisite: ACC2020
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ACC4030 Introductory Auditing3Evidential procedures involved in supporting the various types of audits, in compliance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).Prerequisite: ACC3020
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ACC4120 Intermediate Accounting I3Continuation of ACC4020, addressing financial statement preparation and presentation to external users.Prerequisite: ACC4020
BIBLICAL STUDIES15 HOURS
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BIB1100 Covenant & Promise3The covenants of the Bible as an interpretative paradigm for understanding how God has worked and continues to work with his creation, particularly humankind, leading to redemption.
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BIB2300 Life in New Testament Times3The contexts of the New Testament, including cultural and geographical settings, and the political arena of the New Testament, and the application of this knowledge to understanding the New Testament.
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BIB3510 Gospels3An inductive study of the Gospels in their literary, canonical, and historical context. May cover all of the Gospels or focus on specific books in this corpus.Repeatable with different emphases.
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BIB3520 Acts of the Apostles3An inductive study of the book of Acts in its literary, canonical, and historical context.
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BIB3560 Revelation3An inductive study of the book of Revelation in its literary, canonical, and historical context.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT12 HOURS
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HRM4040 Employee and Labor Relations3The major human resource management functions in an organization, including the components of the human resource management process and the associated activities to perform these functions. The course highlights the human resource management responsibilities of all managers and emphasizes leadership responsibilities and competencies, job analysis, the supporting role of human resource management to strategic planning, and the major government legislation affecting human resource management.
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LGM3000 Logistics Management3The role of logistics in business, including customer service, planning, and managing supply chains, and arranging product transportation and distribution, with practical application in creating logistic strategies.
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MGT3020 Managers in Organizations3The roles of managers in creating and modifying organizations to fulfill the organizational mission, including analysis of interaction in an organization, and the goals, priorities, and strategies of employees.
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MKT3000 Marketing Concepts and Application3Overview of the marketing ecosystem used to create, manage, maintain, grow, or change organizational marketing campaigns, programs, and processes.Prerequisite: MKT1050
COMPUTER LITERACY12 HOURS
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IST2000 Computer and Networking Essentials I3Computer hardware, software, and operating systems, including operating system configuration and maintenance, client systems, managing applications, networking concepts, and skills for a career in network support or administration. IST2001 Operating Systems Technician 3 Focuses on operating systems, including the installation, configuration, and maintenance of devices, PCs, and software for end users; understanding the basics of networking and security/forensics from the operating system view; properly and safely diagnose, resolve, and document common software issues; applying troubleshooting skills and providing appropriate customer support.
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IST2010 Computer and Networking Essentials II3Application of skills and knowledge required for a career in network support or administration.Prerequisite: IST2000 IST2011 Hardware Systems Technician 3 Supplying foundational knowledge to install, configure, and support hardware systems, including the assembling of components based on customer requirements; installing, configuring, and maintaining devices, PCs, and servers; Understanding the fundamentals of networking and security/forensics; student will be introduced to wireless networks, mobile devices, and custom builds for end use deployment. Prerequisite: IST2001
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IST2100 Security Fundamentals3The security threat environment for information systems with emphasis on the application of security tools to reduce threat exposure, prevention and detection technologies, planning, and development of policies that protect an organization from security risks.Prerequisite: IST2010 IST2101 Certified Security Principles 3 Understanding security across the entire environment of risk management, identity and access control, network and data security and how this applies in in new technologies such as loT and cloud services. Students will have access to the cyber range. Prerequisites: IST2051
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IST3040 Business Information Systems3Fundamental concepts and technologies for business information systems, including data capture, processing, and communication, introduction to the integration of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access in business information systems, and basic data analytics.
DIGITAL MULTI-MEDIA PRODUCTION12 HOURS
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DMM3000 Graphic Design3Creating and editing graphic images for digital media, including vector and raster art, using industry standard programs like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
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DMM3100 Video Production3Planning, shooting, and editing videos to promote awareness through media such as Facebook, YouTube, and TV commercials. Basic scriptwriting, how to use a digital video camera, associated terminology, shooting techniques, and post-production in an industry-standard video editing program such as Adobe Premiere.
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DMM3200 Web Design3Creating a basic web page or site using HTML and WordPress, with a focus on learning foundational HTML language and its implementation in WordPress.
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DMM3300 Audio Production3Recording, editing, and modification of digital audio for radio commercials, video, and music tracks, including use of microphones, recording devices, and audio editing software, and terminology associated with the audio industry.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT12 HOURS
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EMT1010 Introduction to Emergency and Disaster Management3This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in the program. This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the field of emergency management. Students will gain a general understanding of the threats faced by communities by exploring the four phases of emergency management (mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery). Topics covered in the course include the history and development of emergency management, hazard identification, risk analysis, an all-hazards approach to planning, and the future of emergency management.
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EMT2010 Mitigation and Preparedness3The course will introduce students to the concepts needed to develop a comprehensive preparedness plan for various types of incidents and natural disasters. Topics include general emergency management principles and procedures, structural and non-structural mitigation strategies; and protocols set-forth by both federal and state governments.
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EMT2020 Response and Recovery3This course will introduce the basic concepts of response and recovery phases of emergency management. Areas of response will include Incident Command System protocols with an emphasis placed on the actions necessary for incident stabilization required under the National Incident Management System and National Response Plan. Areas of recovery will include, damage assessment procedures; state and federal assistance programs; and the management of reconstruction projects.
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EMT3060 Trauma Healing and Compassion Fatigue3Development of knowledge and personal disciplines for managing one’s emotional, physical, and spiritual needs in maintaining a prolonged presence in settings of high stress.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP15 HOURS
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ACC2020 Accounting 13The double-entry system of bookkeeping and the basic accounting cycle, including communicating financial information according to generally accepted accounting principles.Prerequisite: MAT1250 or higher
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BUS2200 Entrepreneur Basics3This course centers on investigating the feasibility of a business idea or concept. Areas of study will include recognizing business opportunities, developing the business concept, and testing an opportunity for feasibility. Startup and takeover situations will be studied and business plans will be created.
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FIN2010 Introduction to Financial Management3Foundational financial theory and its application to management decision-making and firm valuation.Prerequisite: MAT2050 or higher
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IST3040 Business Information Systems3Fundamental concepts and technologies for business information systems, including data capture, processing, and communication, introduction to the integration of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access in business information systems, and basic data analytics.
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MKT1050 Introduction to Marketing3The interacting marketing activities of analysis, planning, implementation, and control with a focus on competitive and customer analysis, marketing strategy development, and implementations for decision-making in domestic and global organizations. The course incorporates current developments in marketing, including the social, legal, ethical, and technological environments of marketing. Students apply these skills and concepts in a real marketing situation to make recommendations for marketing strategy and tactics.
GRANT WRITING12 HOURS
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ENG1000 English Composition 13An introductory study of composition emphasizing writing as a process (prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing). Assignments focus on the different styles and uses of argument. Students gain and refine skills of developing a thesis, organizing content, controlling tone, and expressing ideas in clearly communicated language. In addition, students conduct library research and incorporate researched material into papers using APA format.
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ENG1020 English Composition 23An intermediate course designed to extend and refine students’ expository and creative writing experiences. Student writing will reflect university-level writing skills, such as principles of logical/critical thinking and reasoning, effective organization, APA research and documentation, and content-rich development of ideas. Recommended: ENG1000
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ENG3800 Professional and Technical Writing3Effective writing for careers in business, law, government, and ministry, including strategies for research and writing of correspondence and reports, with emphasis on understanding and responding to a variety of communication tasks. Attention to the rhetorical concerns of author, audience, text, and purpose, and to clear organization and a professional style.Prerequisites: ENG1000, ENG1020, and ENG2100
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EMT2030 Grant Writing3This course will introduce students to the process and method of grant writing. The course will focus on grant writing techniques, structure, and how they can be applied to a broad range of proposals.”Prerequisite: EMT1010
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ENG5120 Grant Writing3Fundamentals of writing effective grants to private and public granting organizations.
HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY12 HOURS
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HIT3000 Health Information Systems3Health information technologies and their impact on medicine and the health system, with attention to the regulatory requirements of these technologies.
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HIT3100 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information Technology3Ethical and legal questions encountered by healthcare providers, including licensure, certification, privacy law, informed consent, professional liability, court cases, medical malpractice, workplace legalities, contracts, and health information initiatives at national, state, and local levels.
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HIT3200 Coding I3This course will introduce students to ICD coding systems for reimbursement of medical visits, procedures, and tests.
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HIT3300 Electronic Health Records3The history of the electronic health record and its importance to medical professionals, utilization of an electronic health records system, and methods for protecting virtually accessible patient information.
HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT12 HOURS
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HCM3100 Healthcare Informatics3Informatics in clinical practice, administration, research, and education, including basic informatics concepts, current issues, information management systems, legislative regulation, HIPPA, electronic health records, and other applications.
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HCM4000 Healthcare Industry3Overview of the healthcare industry including healthcare organizations and structures, public policy makers, and healthcare operations with emphasis on rapid changes in healthcare delivery systems as a response to increased healthcare costs, aging of the population, advanced medical science and technology, changing disease patterns, consumer demands, and distribution and use of the healthcare workforce.
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HCM4010 Legal and Regulatory Issues in Healthcare3Legal and regulatory standards governing healthcare organizations, including legal requirements, responsibilities, and constraints related to health provider/patient relationships, medical records, malpractice insurance, and licensure of health professionals.
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HCM4020 Healthcare Finance and Reimbursement3Financial principles for profit and non-profit healthcare settings, including insurance payment systems, funding sources, return on investment, and profitability, and an overview of financial statements and financial responsibility reporting, budgeting, inventory control, asset management, payer systems, accounts receivable, charity care, and managing controllables.
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT15 HOURS
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LGM3000 Logistics Management3The role of logistics in business, including customer service, planning, and managing supply chains, and arranging product transportation and distribution, with practical application in creating logistic strategies.
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LGM4000 Transportation Systems3The strategic role of freight transportation systems in supply chain networks, with emphasis on the components of transportation systems, including inter-modal and intra-model competition, their technological features, operational processes and cost conditions, the buyer-seller channels for acquiring transportation services, and the strategic and tactical alternatives for transport procurement.Prerequisite: LGM3000
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LGM4010 Warehousing and Terminal Management3Warehouse and inventory management in logistics systems with analysis of customer service, forecasting inventory, investment, layout design, and operation.Prerequisite: LGM3000
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LGM4020 Strategic Procurement3Analysis of supply markets, supplier selection, building and maintaining key supplier relationships for long-term success, strategic planning, and use of information technology, with emphasis on the strategic framework, managerial issues, and best practices related to the planning and execution of source processes.Prerequisite: LGM3000
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LGM4030 Logistics Security3Vulnerabilities and measures for securing domestic and global transportation and supply chain networks, including security organizations, security-related legislation and strategies, security programs, maritime transportation security, containerized cargo security, land transportation security, food chain security, pharmaceutical chain security, utilities security, cyber security, first response and recovery, and supply-chain security technologies.Prerequisite: LGM4000
MANAGEMENT12 HOURS
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ACC2020 Accounting 13The double-entry system of bookkeeping and the basic accounting cycle, including communicating financial information according to generally accepted accounting principles.Prerequisite: MAT1250 or higher
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FIN2010 Introduction to Financial Management3Foundational financial theory and its application to management decision-making and firm valuation.Prerequisite: MAT2050 or higher
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MGT1000 Introduction to Management3Accepted management principles from historic and contemporary perspectives with application to not-for-profit and for-profit organizations.
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MKT1050 Introduction to Marketing3The interacting marketing activities of analysis, planning, implementation, and control with a focus on competitive and customer analysis, marketing strategy development, and implementations for decision-making in domestic and global organizations. The course incorporates current developments in marketing, including the social, legal, ethical, and technological environments of marketing. Students apply these skills and concepts in a real marketing situation to make recommendations for marketing strategy and tactics.
MINISTRY12 HOURS
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MIN1040 Principles of Worship3Class instruction in scriptural principles and methods of worship, coupled with field experience exposing the student to varied worship styles, and are employed to equip the student to critically analyze worship practices.
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MIN1100 Survey of Children’s Ministry3This course is a study of the nature and needs of childhood with special attention to nurturing and enriching the moral and spiritual development of the child. Students will gain skills in the practical application in planning the Church’s ministry to and for children.
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MIN1200 Survey of Youth Ministries3This course explores current trends in youth ministry found within the evangelical church and youth culture abroad, while giving special emphasis to practical tools and techniques that may be implemented to grow the youth ministry programs of a local church and beyond.
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MIN2020 Evangelism and Discipleship3A study of how to lead a church in effective evangelism and discipleship. Examines the biblical basis for evangelism and discipleship, assesses contemporary models for evangelism and discipleship, and equips students to formulate their own holistic plan for leading a church in evangelism and discipleship.
NEW TESTAMENT12 HOURS
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BIB2000 New Testament Literature3A general survey of the New Testament with emphasis on the historical background of the New Testament, the beginning of Christianity, and the development of the apostolic church.
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BIB3510 Gospels3An inductive study of the Gospels in their literary, canonical, and historical context. May cover all of the Gospels or focus on specific books in this corpus.Repeatable with different emphases.
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BIB3520 Acts3An inductive study of the book of Acts in its literary, canonical, and historical context.
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BIB3530 Pauline Epistles3An inductive study of the Pauline Epistles in their literary, canonical, and historical context. May cover all the Pauline Epistles or focus on specific books in this corpus.Repeatable with different emphases.
OLD TESTAMENT12 HOURS
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BIB1200 Old Testament Literature3The background, events, people, and theology of the Old Testament with reflection on connections to the New Testament and application to Christian faith and life.
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BIB3410 Pentateuch3An inductive study of the Pentateuch in its literary, canonical, and historical context. May cover the whole Pentateuch or focus on specific books in the Pentateuch.Repeatable with different emphases.
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BIB3420 Historical Books of the Old Testament3An inductive study of the Historical Books (Joshua through Esther) in their literary, canonical, and historical context. May cover all the Historical Books or focus on specific books in this corpus.Repeatable with different emphases.
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BIB3460 Prophets3An inductive study of the Prophets (Isaiah through Malachi) in their literary, canonical, and historical context. May cover all the Prophets or focus on specific books in this corpus.Repeatable with different emphases.
ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP12 HOURS
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LDR3100 Concepts of Leadership3Strategies from the business for-profit, the non-profit sector, and the moral and spiritual arena with application to personal and career goals.
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LDR3200 Organizational Leadership3Models of effective organizational leadership and the impact of administrative structure, power and politics, conflict resolution, and motivation within the context of the organizational culture.
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LDR4000 Leading Change3Classic theoretical constructs of leadership, systems of organizational culture, and models and processes involved in successful organizational change, with application in the learner’s own organizational setting.
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LDR4100 Global Leadership3Current issues and trends in global leadership, and the leadership challenges that arise in a global setting, with emphasis on developing knowledge, attitudes, skills, and aspirations regarding the theory and practice of leadership in global organizations and societies.
SOCIAL MEDIA15 HOURS
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MKT1050 Introduction to Marketing3The interacting marketing activities of analysis, planning, implementation, and control with a focus on competitive and customer analysis, marketing strategy development, and implementations for decision-making in domestic and global organizations. The course incorporates current developments in marketing, including the social, legal, ethical, and technological environments of marketing. Students apply these skills and concepts in a real marketing situation to make recommendations for marketing strategy and tactics.
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MKT3100 Advertising and Promotion3Using media and incentives to inspire customers to purchase products or services.Prerequisite: MKT3000
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MKT3200 Consumer Behavior3Basic consumer behavior theories and how that behavior can be affected by marketing strategies.
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MKT4220 Product and Brand Management3Decision-making for the management of products and brands in relationship to the product life cycle.Prerequisite: MKT3000
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MKT4230 Market Research3This course provides a study of how data analysis and consumer perspective are used in contemporary marketing efforts.Prerequisite: MKT3000
