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History (Graduate Courses) |
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HIST-728 Colloquium in United States History II: since 1865 (3)
The course assumes the student’s familiarity with factual data and concentrates on analyzing important historiographic disputes and developments in U.S. history from 1865 to the present. Usually Offered: spring.
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HIST-729 Public History Seminar (3)
With HIST-730 , this course is part of a two course sequence introducing students to ideas, debates, and best practices in the field of public history. The course introduces students to the historical origins of public history, the historiography and major paradigms in the field, and to debates about the public role of historians. Usually Offered: fall.
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HIST-730 Public History Practicum (3)
With HIST-729 , this course is part of a two course sequence introducing students to ideas, debates, and best practices in the field of public history. The course introduces students to the best practices in both the interpretation of history in public venues and the management of heritage sites. Includes governance, ethics, interpretation, evaluation, exhibition development, and education. Usually Offered: spring.
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HIST-744 The Historian’s Craft (3)
Focuses on historical theory, historical methodology, and differences in the various branches of history. Brings together graduate students with various specialties and interests and creates a common base of knowledge and experience. Usually Offered: fall.
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HIST-751 Graduate Research Seminar (3)
Identification and development of research subjects; sources and their evaluation; research techniques and problems; and writing and argumentation. Students research and write substantial papers based largely on primary sources, with the aim of producing a paper suitable for submission to an academic journal or a professional conference. Usually Offered: spring. Repeatable for credit.
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HIST-796 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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HIST-797 Master’s Thesis Research (1-6)
Grading: SP/UP only.
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HIST-799 Doctoral Dissertation Seminar (1-12)
Usually Offered: fall and spring. Grading: Pass/Fail only.
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HIST-898 Doctoral Continuing Enrollment (1-9)
May be taken by doctoral students completing coursework, exams or proposals in preparation for advancement to candidacy. It is a 1-9 credit course that can be repeated once and may be taken with or without regular coursework. Tuition is assessed at the 1 credit rate. The course is graded SP/UP and students must have the approval of their Program Director. Academic load will be determined by total enrolled credits for the semester. This course may not be used to establish full-time status for merit aid except for students with a half-time appointment who have an approved plan to distribute a total of 18 credits over one calendar year (6 credits during Fall, Spring and Summer semesters). Grading: SP/UP only. Restriction: PhD students. Permission: program director.
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HIST-899 Doctoral Dissertation (9)
May be taken by doctoral students who are advanced to candidacy with the approval of the faculty supervising the dissertation (or designee). It is a 9 credit course, but tuition is assessed at the 1 credit rate. The course is graded SP/UP and students will be deemed full-time. The Office of the Registrar must be notified when a student has advanced to candidacy. Grading: SP/UP only. Restriction: doctoral students who have advanced to candidacy. Permission: program director.
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University Honors Program (Undergraduate Courses) |
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HNRS-040 University Honors Study/Travel (0)
Topics vary by section. Study abroad usually taught in conjunction with an Honors colloquium. Usually Offered: spring. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Restriction: University Honors program.
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HNRS-096 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (0)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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HNRS-097 Honors Research Module (0)
With the guidance of program staff and the University library, students form interdisciplinary teams and create a research challenge question from multidisciplinary perspectives. Students participate in research methods sessions with the library to assist in the development of their challenge course question. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Grading: Pass/fail only. Restriction: AU Honors.
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HNRS-196 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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HNRS-200 Honors Inquiry I (4)
Topics vary by section. With the guidance of faculty from different disciplines, students examine a pressing issue from multiple disciplinary perspectives, engaging in integrative problem solving. Includes a lab component in which students develop partnerships with institutions and develop advanced research, communication, and innovation skills. Not repeatable for credit. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: AU Honors program.
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HNRS-210 Honors Inquiry II (4)
Topics vary by section. With the guidance of faculty from different disciplines, students examine a pressing issue from multiple disciplinary perspectives, engaging in integrative problem solving. Includes a lab component in which students develop partnerships with institutions and develop advanced research, communication, and innovation skills. Not repeatable for credit. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: AU Honors program.
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HNRS-220 Honors Inquiry III (4)
Topics vary by section. With the guidance of faculty from different disciplines, students examine a pressing issue from multiple disciplinary perspectives, engaging in integrative problem solving. Includes a lab component in which students develop partnerships with institutions and develop advanced research, communication, and innovation skills. Not repeatable for credit. Grading: May be taken A-F only. Restriction: AU Honors program.
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HNRS-230 Honors Inquiry IV (4)
Topics vary by section. With the guidance of faculty from different disciplines, students examine a pressing issue from multiple disciplinary perspectives, engaging in integrative problem solving. Includes a lab component in which students develop partnerships with institutions and develop advanced research, communication, and innovation skills. Not repeatable for credit. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: AU Honors program.
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HNRS-294 Community Service-Learning Project (1)
Grading: Pass/Fail only. Permission: instructor and Center for Community Engagement & Service.
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HNRS-300 Honors Colloquium in Arts and Humanities (3)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Restriction: University Honors Program, AU Honors Program, or minimum 45 credits and 3.50 GPA.
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HNRS-301 Honors Colloquium in Natural and Mathematical Sciences (3)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Restriction: University Honors Program, AU Honors Program, or minimum 45 credits and 3.50 GPA.
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HNRS-302 Honors Colloquium in Social Sciences (3)
Topics vary by section. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Restriction: University Honors, AU Honors, or minimum 45 credits and 3.50 GPA.
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HNRS-390 Honors Independent Reading Course (1-6)
Permission: instructor and University Honors director.
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HNRS-396 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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HNRS-397 Honors Research Module (1)
With the guidance of program staff and the University library, students form interdisciplinary teams and create a research challenge question from multidisciplinary perspectives. Students participate in research methods sessions with the library to assist in the development of their challenge course question. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Grading: Pass/Fail only. Restriction: AU Honors.
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HNRS-398 Honors Challenge Course (3)
With the guidance of a faculty mentor, students participating in interdisciplinary teams examine a research question from multidisciplinary perspectives. Students put into practice learned skills in interdisciplinary thinking, collaboration, research, communication, and innovation. Students design and complete a presentation communicating their findings. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: AU Honors.
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HNRS-400 Advanced University Honors Colloquium (3)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. Restriction: University Honors program.
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HNRS-490 Honors Independent Study Project (1-6)
Permission: instructor and University Honors director.
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HNRS-498 University Honors Capstone (1-6)
Students design and complete their University Honors capstone. Repeatable for credit. Restriction: University Honors program. Permission: instructor.
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Health Promotion (Undergraduate Courses) |
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HPRM-196 Selected Topics: Non-recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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HPRM-200 Lifetime Health and Fitness (3)
The physiological, sociological, and psychological aspects of fitness and health are introduced. Emphasis is placed on developing self-responsibility for total wellness. Students participate in fitness activities and classroom instruction and discussions. Usually Offered: fall, spring, and summer.
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HPRM-205 Introduction to Nutrition FA5 (3)
This course addresses basic information about essential nutrients and their functions in the body as well as known and hypothesized relationships between diet and chronic disease. The course also addresses the U.S. government’s nutrition guidelines, nutrition myths, food labeling, digestion, and weight management, and enables students to make informed decisions about their nutritional requirements and food choices. Usually Offered: fall, spring, and summer.
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HPRM-215 Peer Health Education: Health and Wellness (2)
Designed to train students as peer health educators through the AU Student Wellness Center, this course challenges and expands students’ beliefs about wellbeing, specifically college student wellbeing, through class lectures, assignments, and experiential learning. Course content addresses health behaviors that impact the dimensions of wellbeing including physical, social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and occupational. Usually Offered: fall. Grading: A-F only.
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HPRM-216 Peer Health Education: Health and Wellness Practicum (1)
Provides students with practical experience and application of knowledge and skills learned in HPRM-215. Students are challenged to plan, implement, and evaluate health promotion programs for their peers and practice important skills such as listening, group facilitation, public speaking, and giving presentations. Usually Offered: spring. Grading: A-F only. Prerequisite: HPRM-215 .
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HPRM-240 Introduction to Health Promotion (3)
An introduction to the professional and academic field of health promotion and disease prevention. Epidemiological investigations of disease patterns and trends in the United States and health promotion efforts in various settings are explored. Emphasis is placed on the roles of lifestyles in determining health outcomes, social determinants of health, and effective strategies to help change health behavior. Usually Offered: fall.
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HPRM-245 Multicultural Health FA4 (3)
Provides basic understanding of gender and cultural issues affecting health. Emphasis is on health disparities and how gender and cultural indicators affect behavioral risk. The relationship between health and other factors such as religion, social class/socioeconomic status, acculturation, migration, and globalization are also studied. Usually Offered: fall.
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HPRM-250 Strategies in Stress Management (3)
The nature and causes of stress, its effect on the human body, and both cognitive behavioral approaches as well as relaxation techniques to control it. The course offers a holistic approach to stress management through a combination of lecture and skill-building activities. Methods include deep breathing, mental imagery, progressive muscular relaxation, muscle massage, art therapy, journal writing, value assessment and clarification, physical exercise, and meditation. Usually Offered: fall and spring.
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HPRM-265 Wellness Advocates (3)
In this course students develop knowledge in the promotion of healthy lifestyles, stress reduction, and sexual and reproductive health, as well as the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse, eating disorders, and sexual assault. Students learn to plan, implement, and evaluate culturally sensitive and interactive educational health interventions using current models of behavior change. Usually Offered: spring.
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HPRM-270 First Aid, CPR, and Medical Emergencies (3)
Training in first aid and CPR(Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation).Determination of the emergency and the course of action for rendering appropriate care. Information on the prevention and care of wounds, application of dressings and bandages, choking procedures, musculoskeletal system injuries, burns, heat and cold injuries, emergency rescue techniques. Certification by the National Safety Council; First Aid Level 3 and CPR/BLS-B. Usually Offered: fall and spring.
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HPRM-273 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3)
Introduction to the field of sports medicine in the areas of injury evaluation, care, rehabilitation, and prevention. Includes emergency procedures, legal issues, taping, use of modalities, nutrition, strength and conditioning, and psychological aspects of sports medicine. Usually Offered: spring.
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HPRM-280 Sports Psychology (3)
Examines the mental and emotional dimensions of human performance. Sport and exercise are the primary focus, but the principles studied encompass the whole of human action. Both theoretical understanding and practical application of the concepts and skills used to enhance performance are emphasized. Usually Offered: fall and spring.
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HPRM-294 Community Service-Learning Project (1)
Grading: Pass/Fail only. Permission: instructor and Center for Community Engagement & Service.
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HPRM-296 Selected Topics: Non-recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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HPRM-323 Issues in Women’s Health (3)
Provides basic understanding of gynecologic anatomy and physiology as well as female health conditions. Emphasis placed on current health research areas such as female cancers, menopause, infertility, lesbian health, minority health, sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy, and sexual dysfunctions. Students develop a personal health plan based upon an extensive family history and personal lifestyle. Usually Offered: spring.
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HPRM-325 Exercise Physiology (3)
Provides a physiological perspective of exercise and other forms of physical activity. Emphasizes the influences of aerobic and anaerobic exercise on the cardiovascular, digestive, neuromuscular, hormonal, and pulmonary physiological systems. Includes fitness assessment, exercise prescription and training programming. Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: BIO-301 and BIO-302 .
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HPRM-335 Health Promotion Program Planning (3)
An introduction to the basic principles of the development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion programs. This course places particular emphasis on the identification of health and lifestyle risk factors and the interventions associated with appropriate and effective management of these risks. Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: HPRM-240 .
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HPRM-390 Independent Reading Course (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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HPRM-394 Community Service-Learning Project (1)
Grading: Pass/Fail only. Permission: instructor and Center for Community Engagement & Service.
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HPRM-396 Selected Topics: Non-recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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HPRM-410 Health Promotion Management (3)
Introduction to the advanced skills and theories necessary for effective management of health promotion programs. Provides the student with advanced knowledge of the analytical tools and strategies utilized in supervising personnel, facility and program management, marketing and other related management functions. Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: HPRM-335 .
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HPRM-441 Health Communication (3)
This course addresses distinct forms of delivering health promotion messages to consumers, professionals, and large groups through various communication methods and social marketing. The course is divided into three modules, covering health coaching, mass health communication, and consumer health writing and public speaking. Students have the opportunity to coach individuals, advocate for a health issue on Capitol Hill, or give a presentation on a health-related topic. Crosslist: HPRM-641 . Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: HPRM-335 .
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HPRM-480 Health Policy and Behavior Change (3)
This course explores the impact of politics and health policy on our health care system, preventative care, and health behaviors associated with chronic disease. It examines policy initiatives that affect health promoting behaviors and strategies for influencing political process. Systematic policy analysis of topics such as tobacco use, dietary choices, seat belt usage, and sedentary behavior are discussed. Crosslist: HPRM-680 . Usually Offered: alternate falls.
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HPRM-488 Senior Seminar (3)
Provides senior health promotion majors with an opportunity to pursue and closely examine health promotion programs and policies nationally and internationally. It encompasses theoretical analysis of health issues as well as discussions on alternative approaches for health promotion programming. Includes issues related to leadership, communication skills, critical thinking, and writing. Usually Offered: spring. Restriction: Health Promotion (BS) .
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HPRM-490 Independent Study Project (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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HPRM-491 Internship in Health Promotion (1-6)
Internships with employee fitness programs, fitness centers, non-profit organizations, or health and fitness organizations emphasizing clinical, educational, or promotional aspects of health promotion. Permission: instructor and department chair.
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HPRM-494 Community Service-Learning Project (1)
Grading: Pass/Fail only. Permission: instructor and Center for Community Engagement & Service.
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HPRM-496 Selected Topics: Non-recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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Health Promotion (Graduate and Advanced Undergraduate Courses) |
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HPRM-515 Applied Human Physiology and Testing II (3)
Introduction to methods of physical fitness assessment and evaluation of results. Includes familiarization with treadmill tests, hydrostatic weighing, EKGs, and selected health status appraisal tools and techniques. Usually Offered: alternate springs. Prerequisite: HPRM-605 . Permission: department.
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HPRM-525 Health in the School Environment (3)
Examines the promotion of healthy behaviors and beliefs in the K-12 school setting based on the Center for Disease Control’s Division of Adolescent and School Health coordinated school health program model. Permission: department.
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HPRM-530 Sports Nutrition (3)
This course allows students to translate theory into practice and to relate content to fitness and sports. Included are topics on weight and body composition, eating disorders, and nutrition guidelines. Students gain a comprehensive knowledge of nutrition for use in complementary fields focusing on sport and exercise. Prerequisite: HPRM-205 or HPRM-645 .
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HPRM-535 Global Nutrition (3)
This course surveys the nature and scope of leading nutritional issues and problems throughout the world, with an emphasis on developing countries. It includes consideration of specific nutrient deficiencies, as well as nutrition-related aspects of infectious and chronic disease with an emphasis on the nutrition transition. Prerequisite: HPRM-205 or HPRM-645 .
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HPRM-570 Strategies for Weight Control (3)
This course is designed to address the strategies used to assist in reversing the obesity epidemic. Students gain an understanding of the trends of obesity, risk factors associated with being overweight, and chronic disease patterns. Further, strategies of proper weight management are explored on an individual and societal level, looking at current diet trends and evaluating their health implications. Usually Offered: summer.
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HPRM-575 Global Health (3)
This course examines health issues around the globe such as disease rates, maternal and child health, violence, nutrition, and health care systems. Includes existing strategies in specific countries, new strategies for advancing the idea of health promotion, and the role of the United States in influencing planning for effective health promotion. Usually Offered: fall.
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HPRM-585 Global Health Policy (3)
This course presents an historical foundation for global health policies, the processes of systematic policy formation and analysis, and the relationship between global health policies and social and economic development. Major bodies of influence, such as the World Health Organization and the Pan-American Health Organization, and their role in forming and enforcing international health policies. The role of state, local, and federal governments and other forms of political and social governance are discussed, as well as cultural health issues and barriers to policy development and enforcement. Usually Offered: spring.
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HPRM-596 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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Health Promotion (Graduate Courses) |
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HPRM-605 Applied Human Physiology and Testing (3)
Explores in detail the theoretical basis for exercise physiology. Emphasis is on changes occurring in body systems as a result of exercise and training. Usually Offered: fall.
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HPRM-610 Life Cycle Nutrition (3)
This course explores the role of nutrition through the entire life span. Beginning with conception, pregnancy, early childhood feeding, adolescence, adulthood, and the elderly, each life cycle is discussed with an understanding of the physiological changes and their implications for nutritional factors. Special emphasis is placed on using this information in nutritional education programming. Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: HPRM-645 .
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HPRM-618 Strategic Planning in Health Promotion (3)
Provides exposure to the management concepts and requirements of planning and developing health promotion programs. Students gain a working knowledge of the analytical tools and strategies used in the development of successful health promotion programs in both the profit and nonprofit sectors. Usually Offered: spring. Permission: department.
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HPRM-620 Critical Issues (3)
This course examines current literature on physical fitness, coronary risk factors, nutrition, smoking, and other issues related to health and fitness. Includes a survey of various organizations and current resources for health information. Usually Offered: fall. Restriction: Health Promotion Management (MS) .
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HPRM-625 Nutrition Epidemiology and Research Methods (3)
In this course students learn how to design, implement, and analyze studies involving nutrition-disease associations. Research methods and their challenges are assessed in relation to epidemiology, focusing specifically on food and nutrition.
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HPRM-630 Nutrition Education Methods I (3)
In this course students explore the current status of nutrition and nutrition education, specifically in the United States, and identify the factors that influence nutrition status. Students learn to perform a needs assessment, and design and implement educational strategies. Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: HPRM-570 or HPRM-645 .
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HPRM-640 Nutrition Education Methods II (3)
This course follows HPRM-630 in a sequence that develops knowledge and understanding of effective instruction in nutrition education. The course focuses on the development of instructional methodologies, content area knowledge used to understand assessment, and evaluation in a number of settings. Prerequisite: HPRM-630 .
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HPRM-641 Health Communication (3)
This course addresses distinct forms of delivering health promotion messages to consumers, professionals, and large groups through various communication methods and social marketing. The course is divided into three modules, covering health coaching, mass health communication, and consumer health writing and public speaking. Students have the opportunity to coach individuals, advocate for a health issue on Capitol Hill, or give a presentation on a health-related topic. Crosslist: HPRM-441 . Usually Offered: fall.
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HPRM-645 Nutrition for Health (3)
The role of nutrition in maintaining health and physical fitness is studied in relation to the responsibilities and opportunities of the manager of health fitness programs. Current food myths, diets for those in athletic programs, and special needs of overweight and underweight clients are included. Usually Offered: fall, spring, and summer. Permission: department.
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HPRM-650 Behavior Change in Health Promotion (3)
This course provides students with an overview of the theory and application for assisting individuals and groups change lifestyle behaviors related to health promotion. Includes cognitive behavior techniques changing lifestyle behaviors such as smoking, obesity, stress, or diet for the reduction of chronic disease risk. Student deepen their understanding of select theories and practices necessary for effective health behavior change. Usually Offered: summer.
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HPRM-651 Programming for Health Promotion (3)
Introduces students to advanced principles in program planning for health promotion activities. Emphasis on the use of theories for the identification of health and lifestyle risk factors, including the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs to effectively reduce the risk factors associated with chronic disease. Usually Offered: spring.
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HPRM-655 Vitamins and Minerals (3)
This course explores the role of vitamins and minerals in maintaining cellular health through biochemical and physiological mechanisms. The course provides an in-depth view of specific vitamin and minerals as well as effective ways to translate this information towards efforts for prevention of chronic disease. Prerequisite: HPRM-645 .
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HPRM-660 Multicultural Health (3)
Investigates gender and culture issues affecting health, with emphasis on health disparities and how gender and cultural indicators affect behavioral risk. The relationship between health and other factors such as religion, social class/socioeconomic status, acculturation, migration, and globalization is also studied.
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HPRM-661 Health Promotion in Healthcare (3)
This course provides an overview of the healthcare system in the United States and the emerging role of health promotion in enhancing health. Includes the different types of health promotion activities offered, clinical and theoretical foundations for initiating health promotion activities, and trends of health promotion strategies in managed care organizations. Students develop working models for the integration of health promotion programs into the existing system. Usually Offered: summer.
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HPRM-680 Health Policy and Behavior Change (3)
This course explores the impact of politics and health policy on our health care system, preventative care, and health behaviors associated with chronic disease. It examines policy initiatives that affect health promoting behaviors and strategies for influencing political process. Systematic policy analysis of topics such as tobacco use, dietary choices, seat belt usage, and sedentary behavior are discussed. Crosslist: HPRM-480 . Usually Offered: alternate falls.
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HPRM-681 Research Methodology (3)
Provides students in the health promotion management program with a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and methodology that are essential for quality research. Usually Offered: fall.
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HPRM-682 In-Service Training (3-6)
Internships with employee fitness programs, fitness centers, or health and fitness organization; may emphasize managerial, clinical, educational, or promotional aspects of health fitness management. Restriction: Health Promotion Management (MS) .
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HPRM-683 Data Analysis in the Health Sciences (3)
An in-depth review of validity, reliability, and objectivity as they relate to measurement techniques in health promotion programs. The primary focus is on the use and analysis of assessment instruments used to determine health risks and an understanding of epidemiological and evaluation concepts in health and fitness. Usually Offered: fall. Restriction: Health Promotion Management (MS) .
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HPRM-690 Independent Study Project (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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HPRM-691 Internship (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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HPRM-696 Selected Topics: Non-recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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Human Resource Analytics and Management (Graduate Courses) |
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HRAM-600 Human Resource Information Systems (3)
Human resource management has become a technology-based profession. In many organizations, employees view the face of HR as a portal rather than as a person. This transformation of HR service delivery to “e-HR” requires a vital change in the way HR professionals perform their roles. Many of what used to be time-consuming manual processes are now performed by computers, freeing HR professionals to work on higher-value strategic activities. As a result, the demand for technological solutions to HR issues are constantly increasing. This course explores the breadth and depth of the range of systems analytics that cover decision making in the workplace and in human resource management. The leading performance and tracking tools are presented and the importance of new cloud-based public and private tools is examined. Grading: A-F only.
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HRAM-610 Evaluating, Hiring, and Employee Metrics (3)
Determining what metrics to measure and report depends on an organization’s strategy and goals. This course focuses on assessing what data are meaningful, determining how to measure them, and choosing appropriate communication methods. Students learn to analyze and submit accurate workforce compliance data and implement HR reporting system. Grading: A-F only. Prerequisite: HRAM-600 .
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HRAM-620 Measuring Performance and Processes (3)
When measuring performance, organizations tend to “jump to solutions” before they identify the causes of the problems. Performance measures are effective only when an evaluation takes time to clarify business goals and determine root causes for gaps between desired and current results. This course focuses on detailed steps for measuring results from performance initiatives on five different organizational productivity levels, including ROI. Students learn to make a difference in their organizations that is valued, measurable and sustainable. Grading: A-F only. Prerequisite: HRAM-600 .
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HRAM-630 Compliance and Risk Reduction Strategies (3)
This course explores workplace culture, legal requirements, and using metrics and compliance training to inspire behavior change. It examines ethics and legal compliance issues as well as how to meet the needs of diverse audiences. The course evaluates investigations and workplace training initiatives, defining methods and assessing approaches. Grading: A-F only. Prerequisite: HRAM-600 .
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HRAM-640 Emerging Trends in Human Resources (3)
Emerging trends in the workplace have caused human resources professionals to serve a transformational rather than transactional role. This course explores the role of human resources, the various challenges organizations face and how leaders in human resources can provide strategic guidance during this time of transition. Topics include technology, security, economy, changing demographics, globalization, government legislation and the growing demand for data driven human resource practice. Grading: A-F only. Prerequisite: HRAM-600 .
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HRAM-700 Human Resource Analytics and Management Capstone (3)
The final capstone is a culminating project that utilizes a set of skills that demonstrate maturity and professionalism in strategic thinking in human resource analytics and management. Informed by an understanding of data, technology, and emerging trends in human resource information technology, the course focuses on high-level independent document delivery and writing, applied research and analysis, and the creation of a polished, professionally written business plan. Grading: A-F only.
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Business: International Business (Undergraduate Courses) |
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IBUS-196 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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IBUS-200 The Global Marketplace FA3 (3)
A survey course focusing on key issues in the global business environment, as well as global corporate strategy and operations. These issues include the global role of the corporation, globalization, internationalization, international trade, foreign direct investment, multilateral institutions, the international monetary system, and political, economic, and cultural differences. Note: This course is designed for non-business majors only and may not be taken by students who have a declared or intended major in KSB.
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IBUS-244 International Management Practices (2-3)
Topics vary by section. Students learn experientially how the political; economic; and cultural environments of the region/country influence business strategy and management practices of multinational and domestic firms. The class travels to Asia (typically summer); Latin America (typically fall); and the European Union (typically spring). Repeatable for credit with different topic. Prerequisite: completion of at least 3 credits in Kogod. Restriction: minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
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IBUS-296 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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IBUS-300 Fundamentals of International Business (3)
A survey course focusing on the nature and scope of global trade and investment, the role of multilateral institutions including the World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF), and World Trade Organization (WTO), the international monetary system and exchange markets, and differences in national cultures in providing in the environment in which trade and investment take place. The course additionally focuses on the impacts that this environment has on the operating decisions of multinational enterprises, especially with respect to the development of global strategies and their effect on business functions such as management, marketing, finance, and operations. Prerequisite: completion of College Writing Requirement and junior standing.
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IBUS-301 International Marketing (3)
The concepts and practices of marketing across national borders and the adaptations to the marketing program required because of the different needs, environmental constraints, and forms of competition in foreign markets. Prerequisite: IBUS-300 and either MKTG-300 or MKTG-250 .
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IBUS-303 Learning from Global Enterprise Failure (3)
This multidisciplinary seminar focuses on analysis of high profile international corporate failures to gain insights into key business issues in the areas of global strategy, management and leadership, finance and accounting, and risk management and oversight as applied in the international arenas. Students apply knowledge developed in prior functional course work to the analysis of these global enterprise failures. Analysis of failure provides a unique and practical learning approach. Prerequisite: IBUS-300 .
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