Management
Students earning an emphasis in Management will take a broad range of courses designed to help them lead and inspire others in any size and any type of organization. They will be equipped to analyze ever-changing circumstances and lead people to continually make decisions that add value to the organization and help it achieve its goals. Graduates have gone on to careers in retail, manufacturing, insurance, marketing, banking, not-for-profit organizational management, and a host of others. Some have started their own businesses.
Primary Desired Outcomes:
Our desire is that graduates of the 网赌最好最大平台 School of Business and Leadership will be able to:
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms in business settings
- Demonstrate people skills to make a great first impression when meeting new people
- Effectively demonstrate high character in team settings
- Effectively utilize technological resources
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills
- Build a professional network of contacts
- Find employment in a field of Business
Required Course Listing
Total Program Hours: 121
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
This course is designed to help students understand and develop their writing, reading, and thinking abilities through writing and the examination of any variety of texts, including literature, with emphasis on the writing process, and to prepare students to develop analytical, interpretive, and synthesizing abilities. Students in this course will also be introduced to library and Internet research methods. (Prerequisite: Regular Admit or one semester of ENG 100.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester.
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Introduction to New Testmanet
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
Science Elective: Science and Society
This course focuses upon basic scientific principles and their application to selected topics of current interest. As a consumer and a citizen, the student will be prepared with a body of knowledge which can be used to evaluate societal issues which are the consequence of human actions and technology. Offered every spring.
Social Science Elective
College 101 or Intro to 网赌最好最大平台
Composition I or ENG 100
This course is designed to help students understand and develop their writing, reading, and thinking abilities through writing and the examination of any variety of texts, including literature, with emphasis on the writing process, and to prepare students to develop analytical, interpretive, and synthesizing abilities. Students in this course will also be introduced to library and Internet research methods. (Prerequisite: Regular Admit or one semester of ENG 100.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Composition II
English 102 builds on skills learned in English 101 by further leading students to analyze and write critically about any variety of texts, including literature, and to apply research skills toward the production of a research paper. (Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in ENG 101.) (Minimum grade “C”)
Fundamentals of Speech
This course, accompanied by a lab, equips students with the fundamentals of skillful oral delivery. Students learn to prepare and present short informative and persuasive speeches. The selection and organization of material, methods of securing interest and attention, and elements of delivery are emphasized. Offered every semester.
History Elective
Humanities Elective
Introduction to New Testmanet
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Math Elective
(Minimum grade “C”)
Science Elective: Science and Society
This course focuses upon basic scientific principles and their application to selected topics of current interest. As a consumer and a citizen, the student will be prepared with a body of knowledge which can be used to evaluate societal issues which are the consequence of human actions and technology. Offered every spring.
Social Science Elective
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Acts
A study of the Book of Acts in the context of its historical and cultural framework. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
BNT, BOT, BTH, CML, CMM, CMP, CMY, or IST Elective
Christ and Culture
This is a capstone course that will pull together learning from previous courses in Bible, theology, philosophy, and literature. It will explore the relationship of worldview and culture formation, noting how other worldviews stand in comparison/contrast/tension with the Christian worldview. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Christian Heritage
An introduction to the basics of the Christian faith, its history, and its doctrine. (Prerequisites: BOT 110 and BNT 110.)
Introduction to New Testament
An introduction to the New Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the NT. (Prerequisite: BOT 110.) Required during the second semester of enrollment at 网赌最好最大平台.
Introduction to Old Testament
An introduction to the Old Testament, including a survey of key tools and techniques for further study of the OT.
Business Communications
The principles and practices of modern written business communications are studied. Emphasis is placed on writing a variety of memorandums, letters, and reports. (Prerequisites: ENG 101 and 102) (Offered Every Fall) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Career Search Seminar
This course will teach students tools and techniques for conducting a successful job search. Topics include but are not limited to resume preparation, interviewing skills, and methods for locating potential employment opportunities. (Prerequisite: 24 earned hours) (Offered Every Fall) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Introduction to Business
An overview of the functional areas of business administration, including, but not limited to, general principles of management, marketing, finance, accounting, and strategic planning. This course is designed for students who have no background in business. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Macroeconomics
A study of macroeconomics principles, such as national income, production, employment, the money and banking system, and the modern theory of national income, economic growth, inflation, and the problems of economic stabilization are examined. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Microeconomics
A study of microeconomic principles, such as applications to the firm, concepts of demand, supply, pricing, and resource allocation under various competitive conditions. Also, the subject of international trade will be examined. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Finance
The financial principles and functions as they apply to organizations are presented. This course will study the models and tools used by companies to help forecast financial needs, manage working capital, and evaluate and acquire productive assets. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Financial Accounting
A study of fundamental accounting relationships, the accounting cycle, the accounting process for merchandising enterprises, receivables, payables, inventories, deferrals, accruals, and intangible assets. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Leadership
This course focuses on leadership with an emphasis on developing the leader within through the study and application of theory and personal assessment of traits and skills associated with being a leader. An overview of salient articles and books about past and present leaders will be included. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Management
A study of the development of management and organizational theories. Emphasis will be placed on the managerial tasks of planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Managerial Accounting
A study of accounting systems, concepts, and applications. The formation, organization, and operation of corporations and partnerships will be covered. Particular emphasis will be placed on financial statement analysis. (Prerequisite: ACC 201) (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Marketing
An introduction to the marketing of goods and services in advanced market economics. A study of marketing mixes pricing, distribution activities, consumer behavior, market research, and the selection of target markets. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Strategic Management
This course will primarily analyze both for-profit and not-for-profit case scenarios and develop alternative solutions and recommendations for implementation. This course is intended to be a capstone course, which will integrate various areas of business. (Prerequisite: Senior Standing, 90+ earned hours) (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Business Communications
The principles and practices of modern written business communications are studied. Emphasis is placed on writing a variety of memorandums, letters, and reports. (Prerequisites: ENG 101 and 102) (Offered Every Fall) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Career Search Seminar
This course will teach students tools and techniques for conducting a successful job search. Topics include but are not limited to resume preparation, interviewing skills, and methods for locating potential employment opportunities. (Prerequisite: 24 earned hours) (Offered Every Fall) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Introduction to Business
An overview of the functional areas of business administration, including, but not limited to, general principles of management, marketing, finance, accounting, and strategic planning. This course is designed for students who have no background in business. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Macroeconomics
A study of macroeconomics principles, such as national income, production, employment, the money and banking system, and the modern theory of national income, economic growth, inflation, and the problems of economic stabilization are examined. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Microeconomics
A study of microeconomic principles, such as applications to the firm, concepts of demand, supply, pricing, and resource allocation under various competitive conditions. Also, the subject of international trade will be examined. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Finance
The financial principles and functions as they apply to organizations are presented. This course will study the models and tools used by companies to help forecast financial needs, manage working capital, and evaluate and acquire productive assets. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Financial Accounting
A study of fundamental accounting relationships, the accounting cycle, the accounting process for merchandising enterprises, receivables, payables, inventories, deferrals, accruals, and intangible assets. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Leadership
This course focuses on leadership with an emphasis on developing the leader within through the study and application of theory and personal assessment of traits and skills associated with being a leader. An overview of salient articles and books about past and present leaders will be included. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Management
A study of the development of management and organizational theories. Emphasis will be placed on the managerial tasks of planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling. (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Managerial Accounting
A study of accounting systems, concepts, and applications. The formation, organization, and operation of corporations and partnerships will be covered. Particular emphasis will be placed on financial statement analysis. (Prerequisite: ACC 201) (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Principles of Marketing
An introduction to the marketing of goods and services in advanced market economics. A study of marketing mixes pricing, distribution activities, consumer behavior, market research, and the selection of target markets. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Strategic Management
This course will primarily analyze both for-profit and not-for-profit case scenarios and develop alternative solutions and recommendations for implementation. This course is intended to be a capstone course, which will integrate various areas of business. (Prerequisite: Senior Standing, 90+ earned hours) (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Conflict Resolution & Negotiation
A course that discusses conflict resolution and negotiation in the business setting. Emphasis on case studies involving common areas of conflict and the resolutions available. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Electives
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
An in-depth study of the process of starting and successfully managing a new business. Plans for projecting and raising capital needs and assessing market demand will be emphasized. Students will prepare a comprehensive business plan for a start-up venture. (Prerequisite: MGT 301.) (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Human Resource Management
An in-depth study of business policies and practices regarding employee recruitment, selection, training, development, and compensation. (Prerequisite or corequisite: MGT 301.) (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Production & Operations Management
A study of specific tools, concepts, and management methodologies for application in production and operations. Problem-solving and decision-making skills will be emphasized. (Prerequisite or corequisite: MGT 301.) (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Upper Level Electives
Conflict Resolution & Negotiation
A course that discusses conflict resolution and negotiation in the business setting. Emphasis on case studies involving common areas of conflict and the resolutions available. (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Electives
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
An in-depth study of the process of starting and successfully managing a new business. Plans for projecting and raising capital needs and assessing market demand will be emphasized. Students will prepare a comprehensive business plan for a start-up venture. (Prerequisite: MGT 301.) (Offered Every Spring.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Human Resource Management
An in-depth study of business policies and practices regarding employee recruitment, selection, training, development, and compensation. (Prerequisite or corequisite: MGT 301.) (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Production & Operations Management
A study of specific tools, concepts, and management methodologies for application in production and operations. Problem-solving and decision-making skills will be emphasized. (Prerequisite or corequisite: MGT 301.) (Offered Every Fall.) (A grade of at least “C” is required for the BBA degree.)
Upper Level Electives
Additional Course Notes
Business Administration, Strategic Management Emphasis majors are required to complete an approved 24 hours of electives.
Christ-Centered Vision
“The Christ-centered vision of 网赌最好最大平台 both connected me with people whose influence has shaped me to this day and gave me a foundation in ministry-effectiveness for which I am extremely thankful.”
Kyle Davies, Class of 2013 & 2015
