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2015–16 Graduate and Adult Programs Academic Catalog
Graduate-Level Course Descriptions
BETH-6100 – ECS-7900
Biblical Studies —Theology (BETH)
BETH-6100 Biblical Theology
3 hours
A study of some of the major distinctive theologies of the Old
and New Testaments within the overall unity of Scripture. This
course focuses both on the varieties and tensions among biblical
authors and collections within their particular genres and historical
settings, and on the similarities and unifying themes among the
biblical writings and through both Testaments. (Dual listed with
undergraduate course BTAT-4100 Biblical Theology)
BETH-6150
3 hours
Contemporary Theology in Historical Context
What do we do when we read a book or blog or listen to a
teaching that seemingly espouses a new or provocative theology?
As Christians we need to practice biblically saturated discernment,
but that can be difficult. This course exposes students to prominent
contemporary theological systems while reading those systems
through the context of their historical antecedents.
Business Administration (BUS)
BUS-6100 Managerial Data Analysis
3 hours
This course equips students to use statistical techniques to
analyze and evaluate organizational data. Key topics of the course
include: hypothesis testing, simple linear regression, multiple
regression, time series forecasting, process control, and data
mining. Emphasis will be made on the practical application of
statistical tools and techniques within an organizational context.
For operations management concentration, take BUS-6300
Operations Research.
BUS-6110 Global Business Perspectives
3 hours
This course incorporates learning experiences in contrasting
economies and integrates opportunities to learn about the social,
economic, political, and cultural issues affecting the ways business
is conducted around the world. This course includes visits to
foreign corporations and exposure to different cultural settings.
BUS-6300 Operations Research
3 hours
This course provides an analytical and mathematical approach
to model building and develops a sound conceptual understanding
of the role Operations Research and Management Science play
in support of the business decision-making process. The focus
will be descriptive models using a variety of techniques like
linear programming, nonlinear optimization, decision analysis,
simulation, and project scheduling.
BUS-7100 Directed Research
3 hours
This course provides an opportunity to explore areas not
covered in normal course structure or provides a focused project
that enhances the learning experience. The topic and project
outline must have prior approval by the assigned faculty member
and the director of each program involved. This course will extend
across multiple course time periods.
Prerequisites: FIN-6500
Executive Financial Management; MGMT-6710 Organizational
Design and Behavior; MRKT-6200 Strategic Marketing Planning.
E
Economics (ECON)
ECON-6400 Managerial Economics
3 hours
This managerial economics course studies the role of economic
theory in management analysis and decisions incorporating a
Christian ethical context. This course is about economic principles
and their relevance to business decision-making. We will explore
the interaction of information, economic incentives, and market
competion and how these interact to determine prices, products
available, profits, and patterns of trade and organization. At the
end of this course, students should be able to understand how
basic economic reasoning can lead to improved managerial
decisions.
Prerequisite: BUS-6100 Managerial Data Analysis.
ECON-6450 Economics of Government Policy
3 hours
This course provides a review of the macroeconomic
instruments of public policy (both fiscal and monetary) and an
overview of the implication to business decisions. Monetary policy
will review tools of the central bank, a historical examination of the
evolution of monetary policy, and the current state of monetary
theory. The linkage between monetary policy and debt finance
will be examined, and contemporary public finance issues will be
explored. Monetary and fiscal policy impacts on interest rates,
credit availability, and exchange rates will be assessed. Finally,
collective decision-making will be examined with an introduction
to public choice theory.
Prerequisite: ECON-6400 Managerial
Economics.
Education Curriculum Studies (ECS)
ECS-6550 Special Topics in Curriculum
1–2 hours
This course offers focused instruction and project work on a
current or special topic in curriculum, often provided as part of
a school inservice, teachers’ convention, or specially scheduled
course. Students may earn up to four credits.
ECS-7000 CurriculumTheory: Analysis and Design 2 hours
This course studies the philosophical basis, theoretical
models, and instructional considerations necessary in curriculum
design and construction. Emphasis will be given to the necessity
of identifying assumptions underlying curriculum decisions,
ascertaining and developing curriculum to meet the needs of
various types of students, and aligning instructional techniques
with curriculum goals and objectives. The historical foundations
of curriculum and the role of leadership in curriculum change are
also addressed.
ECS-7100
2 hours
CurriculumTheory: Implementation and Evaluation
This course offers a study of the theoretical models,
instructional considerations, and administrative issues involved
in the implementation and evaluation of curriculum. Emphasis is
given to the process of curriculum implementation at the district
and school level and the evaluation of curriculum effectiveness in
light of specified goals.
Prerequisite: ECS-7000 Curriculum Theory:
Analysis and Design.
ECS-7900
3 hours
Applied Research Project in Curriculum, Instructional, and
Personnel Development
Students will complete an approved applied research project
designed in conjunction with a faculty advisor and/or an external
mentor. The project must take place in an appropriate educational
setting. The research project will be documented by a multi-media
presentation and written report which will be suitable for the
portfolio.
Prerequisite: EDU-7200 Research Design.