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INT 5524 - Teaching English to Second Language Learners
3 Credits
This course is designed to prepare students with the language, culture, and teaching skills that are necessary for Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). The training program embedded in this course includes practice with real language learners, classroom observation of experienced teachers, and written assignments. Students who complete this course will also receive a TESOL certificate from a reputable external partner who specializes in granting TESOL certification. (Course Fee)
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INT 5526 - Global Justice Principles and Practices
3 Credits
This course examines the principles and practice of global justice, reviewing both biblical principles and human rights standards of justice and their application to a range of international political, civil, economic, social, and cultural justice issues. The course also reviews key institutions - governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental - that address global injustices and international policies. In addition, students will consider the role of individuals and communities in the pursuit of biblical justice. Students will also develop a project related to a specific social justice issue.
Offered alternate years
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INT 5890 - Independent Study
1-3 Credits
This course is an intensive, supervised investigation of a topic in International Studies by an individual student. Enrollment and topic selection are by permission of the instructor and department chair.
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Council for Christian Colleges and Universities - Russia Studies Program |
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CCCU HIS - Seminar I: History and Sociology of Religion in Russia
4 Credits
ARR
This seminar delves into the history of religion in Russia dating from the beginnings of Christianity in the tenth century to the present day, with emphasis on Orthodoxy and Protestantism. It includes study of the persecution during the Soviet era and the flourishing of religious activity in post-Soviet years. The course also looks at the current government regulations from various points of view. Included are visits to numerous churches and cathedrals in Moscow, St. Petersburg and Nizhni Novgorod, as well as guest lectures by representatives of Russian Orthodox, Protestant and other religious perspectives.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU ICS - Service Project
2 Credits
ARR
Time each week is spent volunteering with local community projects, church organizations, business enterprises, schools, and orphanages in Nizhni Novgorod. This enables students to gain personal insights from working with Russians and to develop empathy for the realities of contemporary Russian life.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU LAN - Russian Language Study
6 Credits
ARR
While the primary focus of the course is on conversational Russian, other goals include equipping students to be comfortable with basic reading and writing in Russian. The course includes times of total immersion in the language and aims to equip students to converse in Russian both in and out of the classroom.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU SOC - Seminar II: Russian Peoples, Culture, and Literature
4 Credits
ARR
RSP participants are introduced to Russian history and culture using the rich resources of Moscow, St. Petersburg and Nizhni Novgorod. They continue their study of Russian people and culture throughout history using well-known works of Russian literature to examine changes in Russia and their impact on her citizens from ancient times, through the czarist and Soviet eras, and in Russia today. Works by Tolstoy, Dostoyevsky, Gorky and Bulgakov are used. This seminar also includes visits to appropriate sites, including homes of literary figures, museums, and historic cities and villages.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU SOC - Seminar III “Russia in Transition”
3 Credits
ARR
This seminar takes an in-depth look at Russia since 1991, as revolutions have encompassed political, economic, social and religious areas— a phenomenon unique in world history. A compendium of background and current journal, magazine and newspaper articles is used, as well as knowledgeable guest lecturers and public policy representatives. Students are introduced to the complexities of transition from a centrally-planned economy to a free market system and establishment of democratic institutions. They discuss the changes and their impact on Russia’s economy, political institutions and the life of the Russian people. The seminar includes service projects in selected educational institutions, orphanages, business and other organizations in Nizhni Novgorod, as well as travel throughout western Russia. [Possible credit: political science, business, cross-cultural studies, sociology, history]
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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Council for Christian Colleges and Universities - Latin America Studies Program |
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CCCU HIS - Seminar I: Latin American History, Contemporary Issues, and Perspectives
3 Credits
ARR
The course introduces students to the historical development of Latin America including selected case studies. Awareness is provided of the variety of analytical perspectives from which the Central American reality is explained and understood. Exposure is given to the nature and impact of the economic crisis in the region.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU ICS - Central American Travel
1 Credits
ARR
To broaden the cross-cultural experience, students travel through other countries in Central America. Such travel is essential for a more complete grasp of Latin culture, due to the uniqueness of each Central American country.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU ICS - Service Opportunity
3 Credits
ARR
This course consists of a two-week, hands-on service opportunity. Valuable exposure to rural Latin life is gained. Program staff work closely with students to select a service project that matches local needs and student interest.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU LAN - Spanish Language
6 Credits
ARR
Students come to Costa Rica with varying degrees of fluency in Spanish. Consequently, they are placed in the Spanish class that corresponds to their level of oral proficiency. Advanced students may elect to enroll in a course offered in Spanish by the Instituto Misionologico de las Americas.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU THE - Seminar II
3 Credits
ARR
Students are introduced to several perspectives on faith and practice in a Latin context. The historical development and current character of the Church (Protestant and Catholic) in Central America, and the major issues confronting the church (including liberation theology) are explored. Understanding is provided to the traditional approaches to Third World development and the policy associated with these approaches, especially those of parachurch agencies.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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Council for Christian Colleges and Universities - Middle East Studies Program |
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CCCU ICS - Seminar I: Islamic Thought and Practice in the Middle East
4 Credits
ARR
This course examines the doctrines, rituals, jurisprudence, and historical vision of Islam with an emphasis on contemporary expressions of Islam in the Middle East. Students study modern political and social expressions of Islam, Muslim women and gender issues.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU LAN - Introduction to Arabic Language and Literature
4 Credits
ARR
The purpose of this course is for students to acquire basic facility in the spoken Arabic of Egypt and acquaint themselves with major figures of Arabic literature.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU SOC - Seminar II: Conflict and Change in the Middle East
4 Credits
ARR
Through this course, students will gain understanding into the political, economic, and religious transformations that have occurred in the last century. Included are discussions of economic development and the political and social implications for Middle Eastern peoples.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU SOC - Seminar III: People and Cultures of the Middle East
4 Credits
ARR
Students are acquainted with the enormous varieties of peoples and cultures found in the Middle East. The course examines the basic structure of historical and contemporary societies and cultures of the Middle East and North Africa, with an emphasis on Egypt. Special attention is given to Christian ethnic groups.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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Council for Christian Colleges and Universities - China Studies Program |
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CCCU ANT - Chinese History
3 Credits
ARR
This required 3-credit hour course covers the history of China from its earliest beginnings to the present. Students become familiar with the major dynasties of China, their character and contributions, and their major figures. On a study tour to Xi’an, Beijing, and Shanghai, students visit many of the most famous Chinese sites of historical importance, including the terra-cotta soldiers, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, the Temple of Heaven, the Shanghai Museum, and much more. Each student will also read and make a presentation on a book about one significant event or person in Chinese history, such as the Boxer Rebellion, the Mongol empire, the international voyages of the Ming dynasty, Matteo Ricci, etc. One-third of this seminar course consists of lectures, one-third consists of presentations by the students, and one-third consists of field trips to historical sites.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU LAN - Chinese I
3 Credits
ARR
This course in introductory Chinese focuses on acquiring survival fluency in spoken and written Chinese. The emphasis is on the spoken form of Mandarin Chinese, the national language of China. Students who already have studied Chinese may apply for a more advanced class. All students take the written exams for Chinese characters, vocabulary and grammar in the CSP Chinese I course.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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CCCU SOC - Contemporary Chinese Society
3 Credits
ARR
From the historical overview provided in the first seminar, participants continue in their study of China by focusing on the country’s basic social structure, especially in urban areas. Study will include family structure, education, youth issues, media, pop culture, literature, fine arts, religion, and medical and social services.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities program in consultation with the vice president of Academic Affairs
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Information Technology |
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IT 100 - Introduction to Computers
1 Credits
ARR
An introductory “hands on” course in computing literacy and terminology. This course provides an introduction to basic word-processing skills, file management with Windows XP, and an introduction to Microsoft Word.
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IT 105 - Introduction to Spreadsheet Concepts
1 Credits
SPRING
A “hands on” introduction to the basic features of spreadsheet applications using Microsoft Excel. Topics demonstrated and practiced include how to create simple worksheets, format a worksheet, and create charts.
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IT 202 - Introduction to Database Applications
1 Credits
ARR
A “hands on” introduction to the basic features of database applications using Microsoft Access. Topics demonstrated and practiced include getting started with Access, setting up a new database, creating a form, modifying and manipulating data, displaying selected records, creating a report, and additional Access features.
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Language |
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LAN 245 - Spanish I
3 Credits
FALL
First year Spanish courses introduce the student to the sounds and structures of the Spanish language through listening, speaking, reading, and writing; this will provide the ability to communicate and understand Spanish in an elementary manner. The courses also establish a language basis for the study of Spanish and Latin American literature. Class size limited. Preference given to students taking both semesters. Others enroll with consent of the instructor.
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LAN 246 - Spanish II
3 Credits
SPRING
First year Spanish courses introduce the student to the sounds and structures of the Spanish language through listening, speaking, reading, and writing; this will provide the ability to communicate and understand Spanish in an elementary manner. The courses also establish a language basis for the study of Spanish and Latin American literature. Class size limited. Preference given to students taking both semesters. Others enroll with consent of the instructor.
Prerequisite: LAN 245 or consent of the instructor
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LAN 248 - Topics for Spanish Conversation
1 Credits
FALL and SPRING
In this repeatable,content-based course, students will develop conversational speaking and listening skills. Topics will vary based on current interests. Cultural concepts will be explored, and grammar and writing concepts will be discussed as needed for clear communication. Course work will include discussions, group activities, interviews and presentations.
Prerequisite: LAN 245 or three years of high school Spanish or other proof of intermediate level proficiency.
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LAN 335 - Spanish III
3 Credits
FALL
The purpose of the second year courses is to increase the student’s ability to speak, understand, read, and write the Spanish language. The courses will also increase the student’s awareness of Hispanic culture and will review aspects of Spanish grammar.
Prerequisite: LAN 246 or consent of the instructor
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LAN 336 - Spanish IV
3 Credits
ARR
The purpose of the second year courses is to increase the student’s ability to speak, understand, read, and write the Spanish language. The courses will also increase the student’s awareness of Hispanic culture and will review aspects of Spanish grammar.
Prerequisite: LAN 335 or consent of the instructor
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LAN 341 - Greek I
4 Credits
FALL
These courses provide an introduction to New Testament Greek and include a study in accidence, syntax, and vocabulary of the Greek New Testament. Translations of selected portions of the writings of John will be made.
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LAN 342 - Greek II
4 Credits
SPRING
These courses provide an introduction to New Testament Greek and include a study in accidence, syntax, and vocabulary of the Greek New Testament. Translations of selected portions of the writings of John will be made.
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LAN 345X - Hebrew Exegesis of Ruth
3 Credits
SPRING
This course combines an introduction to the Hebrew Language with a detailed exegetical study of the Old Testament book of Ruth. Students will explore the benefit of learning Hebrew for interpreting and understanding the message of the biblical text. Strategies for further study in Hebrew will be included. (Also BIB 345X )
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: BIB 135X
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LAN 411 - Spanish Language Short Stories and Novellas
3 Credits
ARR
A study of selected Spanish language short stories and novellas. Emphasis is given to discovering and discussing such topics as religion, politics, exercise of power, issues of gender, view of history, racial and ethnic relations, class, and national identity. The course provides the opportunity for development of reading and speaking skills in Spanish. The course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisite: Two years of college Spanish or its equivalent
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LAN 430X - Greek for Ministry
4 Credits
FALL
This course includes a review of elementary Greek, work in extending basic vocabulary, translation of literature representative of various New Testament writers, and a study of grammar on an intermediate level. Special emphasis will be given to the use of Greek for teaching and preaching. Exegetical study of a selected scriptural passage based on the Greek text will be included. (Also BIB 430X )
Prerequisite: LAN 341 and LAN 342 , or consent of the instructor
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Law Enforcement |
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LWE 251 - Criminal Procedure/Constitutional Law/Civil Process
4 Credits
The history of the United States Constitution and the role it plays in democracy are explored. Constitutional limitations on government authority over private citizens are discussed and analyzed. Learners understand the role of a police officer in the system as it relates to the procedural handling of a criminal case. Also examined in the course are rules of evidence, criminal defenses, forfeitures, service of civil process, civil liability, and courtroom testimony. This course focuses on government authority to stop, detain, question, search, and seize.
Prerequisite: CRJ 2520
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LWE 330 - Minnesota Criminal Code
3 Credits
SPRING
Learners are introduced to the criminal statutes applicable to law enforcement. Learners receive instruction in the interpretation of the statutes by identifying and analyzing the elements necessary to make an arrest and obtain a conviction. Hypothetical fact situations involving application of criminal statutes are used. The law relating to the use of force and the use of deadly force is discussed and analyzed.
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LWE 331 - Diversity/Community Policing/Domestic Abuse and Victimization
4 Credits
FALL
Learners receive instruction in police interaction regarding victimization, hate/bias motivated crimes, domestic abuse, people with disabilities, and racial and ethnic diverse populations. Contemporary community policing concepts are taught.
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LWE 332 - Law Enforcement Overview/Juvenile Justice
3 Credits
FALL
During this course, time is split between an introduction and history of the Criminal Justice System in the United States and the Juvenile Justice System in Minnesota. The curriculum includes an in depth study of law enforcement in Minnesota. This includes the peace officer licensing system, career opportunities, hiring standards, and state mandated policies. The course delivery methods include lectures, discussion, and debates on current issues.
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LWE 361 - First Responder
3 Credits
FALL
The learner receives basic instruction in first responder. The course enables learners to develop the basic skills in the emergency care area as a peace officer and first responder. The learner successfully completes the course by “passing all written and practical skill exams of the course” with a sixty-eight percent (68%), the lowest percentage admitted for card issuance for the EMR course. Course Fee. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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LWE 362 - Police Report Writing/Employment Preparation
3 Credits
SPRING
Learners are taught the proper construction and preparation of police reports. Emphasis is also placed on spelling, word usage, and police terminology. Basic writing skills are emphasized. Job search skills, resume writing, and application letter writing are also taught.
Prerequisite: ENG 131
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LWE 365 - Law Enforcement Skills
15 Credits
SPRING
This is completed through a consortium agreement with Alexandria Community and Technical College. This course meets the hands-on skills requirements for licensure with the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards & Training Board.
Prerequisite: CRJ 2520 , LWE 251 , LWE 330 , LWE 331 , LWE 332 , and completion of a MN Peace Officers Standards & Training Board (POST) approved Professional Peace Officers Education (PPOE) Academic Program or the approval of a POST approved PPOE Coordinator.
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Leadership Development |
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LED 305 - Managing Conflict and Change
3 Credits
ARR
An examination of the Christian leader’s role in handling change. Emphasis will be on conflict resolution and problem solving in the context of business, church, and intercultural settings. Case study methodologies and real life scenarios will be utilized.
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Master of Business Administration |
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MBA 5205 - Organizational Behavior in the Corporate Sector
3 Credits
Students will study the behavior of individuals and groups in organizations. Major theoretical positions and research findings are examined with an emphasis on the implications for organizational design and management practice.
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MBA 5206 - Strategic Planning in the Corporate Sector
3 Credits
This course studies the leaders role in strategic planning. Attention is given to developing vision and values, program development, allocating resources, and assessing effectiveness for improvement through the use of case studies.
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MBA 5210 - Managerial Accounting
3 Credits
This course presents a review of financial accounting techniques and an in-depth examination of the uses of accounting information from a management perspective. Students examine the preparation and analysis of financial reports for control, costing, methods, and systems of planning and control and capital budgeting techniques and methodologies. Emphasis is placed on the use of computerized tools in the preparation and analysis of accounting reports.
Prerequisite: 3 credit undergraduate accounting course
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MBA 5211 - Applied Business Statistics
3 Credits
This course covers applications of statistical concepts for advanced work in the functional areas of business administration, including descriptive statistics, probability and its distributions, sampling, correlation, and estimation. Emphasis is on the use of computer applications, including Microsoft Excel and other statistical software.
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MBA 5215 - Non-Profit Law
3 Credits
Course focuses on legal issues relating to non-profit (charitable) organizations. Topics include choice of legal entity formation and dissolution, governance and operations, tax-exemption, fundraising, human resource law and trademark law.
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MBA 5230 - Business Law and Ethics
3 Credits
This course provides an understanding of the legal framework of business. Topics include elements of legal contracts, proof, liability, negligence, discharge, breach, and termination; statutes of fraud and limitations, principal-agent relationships, intellectual property and cyber law, consumer protection and product liability, nature of partnerships and essentials of partnership agreements and formation and organization of corporations. The concept of ethics and proper business conduct will be emphasized throughout the course.
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MBA 5232 - Information Technology Management
3 Credits
This course provides the essential tools needed for the effective management of information technology and examines the critical role of technology as a strategic resource to enable management to achieve organizational objectives. Covering technology concepts and trends underlying current and future developments in information technology, this course builds a basic understanding of the value and uses of information systems for business operation, management decision-making, and strategic advantage, and the ethical use and ethical management of technology.
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MBA 5233 - Organizational Development in the Corporate Sector
3 Credits
This course focuses on the application of behavior science theory and research to the theory and practice of organizational change. Emphasis will be placed upon the management of change and the resistance to change at individual and group levels.
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MBA 6210 - Marketing Management
3 Credits
This course applies marketing management techniques utilized in todays marketplace. Focus is on the challenges of marketing to individuals in a climate of increasing information, internet channels, and multiple buyer options. Includes discussion of global issues that face marketers, including privacy, security, and email marketing.
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MBA 6211 - Managerial Economics
3 Credits
This course is a detailed study of how economic principles affect the internal and external organizational environment. Market structure and alternative forms of organizational architecture are explored. The roles of bounded rationality and transaction costs in determining organizational effectiveness are examined.
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MBA 6212 - Operations Management
3 Credits
This course conveys to students both the fundamentals of operations and the understanding that the link between operations and firm performance is a crucial source of competitive advantage. Managing the underlying processes by which firms create and deliver value is at the heart of the operations function in every line of business, and this course focuses on how to do this well.
Prerequisite: MBA 5211
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MBA 6213 - Financial Management
3 Credits
This corporate finance course focuses on corporate policy and the tactics that increase the value of the corporation. Topics covered include financial statement analysis, risk and return, discounted cash flow analysis, the cost of capital, capital budgeting, long-term financing, and working capital management.
Prerequisite: 3 credit undergraduate finance class
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MBA 6214 - International Finance
3 Credits
This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to manage the complexities of financing exports, imports, and direct foreign investment. Primary topics include the nature or behavior of foreign exchange rates and managing the impact of exchange rates on short-term and long-term international business activities and performance objectives. This course examines the impact of international financial reporting standards on corporate strategy.
Prerequisite: MBA 6213
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MBA 6220 - Marketing for Nonprofits
3 Credits
Course develops framework for creating and managing aspects of marketing for the nonprofit organization. Topics covered include analysis of brand positioning, budget setting, relationship management, ethics and Christian values in advertising, Internet presence, direct marketing and marketing plans.
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MBA 6222 - Leadership and Management for Nonprofits
3 Credits
Course examines management principles and practice for nonprofit organizations. Primary focus is given to Christ-focused leadership in a nonprofit environment, the motivation of staff and volunteers, the role of the founder and the board, and types and structures of nonprofit organizations. Additional focus is placed on interpersonal skills such as managing stress, problem solving, coaching and motivation of others, organizational culture as well as conflict resolution utilizing foundational Christian principles.
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MBA 6224 - Financial Management for the Nonprofit
3 Credits
Course develops understanding of major financial accounting statements and knowledge to operate in a nonprofit environment while utilizing good financial stewardship principles for expanding God’s Kingdom. Topics covered include cash-flow analysis, budgeting, cost accounting, risk analysis and ratio analysis.
Prerequisite: 3 credit undergraduate Financial Management course
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MBA 6226 - Fundraising and Philanthropy
3 Credits
Course focuses on relationships between nonprofit organizations and supporters. Topics include basic terminology, fundraising methods and strategies, relationship building, solicitation, formatting for writing professional documentation including mission statements, acknowledgement correspondence, grant proposals and brief overview of laws and Christian principles regulating fundraising activities.
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MBA 6290 - Strategic Management
3 Credits
This course is designed to integrate and summarize MBA course work and provide students with interrelated cases for study and analysis. In this course, graduate learners examine strategic processes that influence the direction of an organization and present an integrated case analysis as a final project.
Prerequisite: all courses in the MBA sequence must be completed prior to enrolling in this course.
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Mathematics |
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MAT 130 - Mathematics Survey
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
A mathematics course designed for the liberal arts or general education purposes, including quantitative literacy and mathematical competency. The course consists of problem solving and mathematical modeling. Topics include set theory, operations, percent and decimals, linear equations and their applications, slopes, parallel and perpendicular lines, systems of equations, counting techniques, probability and descriptive statistics.
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MAT 131 - College Algebra
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This course provides a short review of Algebra II, followed by a concise study of algebraic, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs. Linear, quadratic and systems of equations are included, along with their applications. This course provides a foundation for students wishing to take calculus. .
Prerequisite: High School Algebra II
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MAT 135 - Consumer Math
1 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This one-credit math course is an introduction to the area of consumer math. Topics include simple interest, compound interest, time value of money, annuities, amortizations, and equity.
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MAT 225 - Statistics
4 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This course is an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include frequency distributions, central tendency, probability, standardized distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, Chi-square and analysis of variance.
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MAT 227 - Conceptual Foundations of Mathematics
3 Credits
ARR
This course explores the conceptual framework for arithmetic, algebra, geometry, measurement, probability and statistics. Mathematical thinking is developed, and problem solving and decision-making strategies are emphasized. The course is designed to prepare students for licensure exams and to develop foundational principles needed for math literacy.
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MAT 235 - Trigonometry
3 Credits
ARR
Trigonometry begins with a complete overview of the Trigonometric and Logarithmic functions. Applications are stressed using degree and radian measure, special angle formulas, Trigonometric identities and equations, solution of triangles, complex numbers, and graphing.
Prerequisite: MAT 131 or equivalent
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MAT 243 - Calculus I
4 Credits
SPRING
Following a review of limits, functions, and trigonometry, derivatives are studied in depth exploring linear, power, and implicit functions. Applications of the derivative include related rates, rates of change, curve sketching, and optimization. Basic integration is introduced including work with the definite integral and integral applications.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: MAT 131 or high school Pre-Calculus
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MAT 244 - Calculus II
4 Credits
FALL
A continuation of MAT 243 , this course includes differentiation and integration operations as applied to trigonometric, logarithmic, exponential functions and their inverses. Also studied are the techniques of trigonometric substitutions, partial fractions, integration by parts, indeterminate, and improper integration. Application of integration is made to surface and volume problems in the areas of physics, engineering, economics and biology.
Prerequisite: MAT 243
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MAT 330 - Modern Geometry
3 Credits
SPRING
Modern Geometry is a course that studies Geometry from a ‘hands-on’ perspective. Geometer’s Sketchpad® is a tool that enables the student to construct various geometric figures, play with them, and describe what is happening. The course includes both inductive and deductive reasoning, conjecture, articulation, and finally rigorous proof writing. Both Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries will be studied.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: MAT 131
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MAT 336 - Discrete Mathematics
3 Credits
FALL
Topics in Discrete Mathematics include an introduction to mathematical logic, predicates and quantifiers, sets, proof techniques, recursion and mathematical induction, analysis of algorithms, combinatorial counting techniques, relations, and graph theory.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: MAT 243
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MAT 339 - Linear Algebra
3 Credits
SPRING
This course covers the basic concepts of linear algebra. Topics to be covered include matrices, systems of equations, determinants, vector spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, linear transformations, orthogonality and optimization - including linear programming.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: MAT 244
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MAT 355 - History and Topics in Mathematics
3 Credits
FALL
This course is designed to broaden your math background by exploring the concepts basic to mathematical knowledge. The course will provide students with a solid foundation in the history of mathematics, from its earliest days to the present. Ideas and topics that share common historical roots will be discussed. The second half of the course will focus on additional topics to enhance your math repertoire, but are not specifically covered by another course.
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MAT 400 - Math Topics
1-4 Credits
ARR
Topics selected to meet the needs and interests of Secondary Education Math Majors. Others may also seek enrollment.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor
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MAT 1029 - Applied Mathematical Reasoning
3 Credits
This course is designed to help students develop mathematical reasoning and problem solving skills that will serve them well throughout their life. Emphasis will be placed on business concepts and case studies that require mathematical solutions. The focus will be on giving students the ability to solve realistic practical problems.
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MAT 2230 - Statistical Concepts
3 Credits
The basic concepts and techniques of statistical inference are introduced. Topics include frequency distribution, central tendency, probability, standardized distributions, and hypothesis testing.
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Middle School Education |
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MED 430 - Science Methods: Middle School
3 Credits
FALL
Course content includes the philosophical and social aspects of teaching younger adolescents, as well as essential information about science curriculum and methodology. Understanding of middle school practices such as interdisciplinary teams, advisor periods, and classroom management will be developed. Simulation and micro-teaching with emphasis on inquiry and discovery included. Field experience in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department
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MED 430P - Middle School Practicum
0 Credits
FALL
This experience provides an opportunity for students to gain understanding and skills needed to teach middle school aged students. Students will observe and apply the theory and skills they have developed in the college classroom to practical situations in a middle-school learning environment. Students will complete assignments required by the course - 1 lesson for one group under the supervision of the cooperating teacher. Cooperating teachers complete an evaluation of performance. The practicum experience is carried out in a Middle School classroom with the guidance of a MN Board of Teaching licensed teacher. Minimum of 15 hours in length. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department
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MED 431 - Social Studies Methods: Middle School
3 Credits
FALL
Course content includes the philosophical and social aspects of teaching younger adolescents, as well as essential information about social studies curriculum and methodology. Understanding of middle school practices such as interdisciplinary teams, advisor periods, and classroom management will be developed. Field experience in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department
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MED 432 - Communication Arts and Literature Methods: Middle School
3 Credits
FALL
Course content includes the philosophical and social aspects of teaching younger adolescents, as well as essential information about communicative arts and literature curriculum and methodology. Understanding of middle school practices such as interdisciplinary teams, advisor periods, and classroom management will be developed. Field experience in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department
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MED 433 - Math Methods: Middle School
3 Credits
FALL
Course content includes the philosophical and social aspects of teaching younger adolescents as well as essential information about mathematics curriculum and methodology. Understanding of middle school practices such as interdisciplinary teams, advisor periods, and classroom management will be developed. Field experience at an approved site is required.
Corequisite: MED 430P
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MED 434 - Social Studies and General Science Methods: Middle School
4 Credits
FALL
Course content includes the philosophical and social aspects of teaching younger adolescents, as well as essential information about social studies and general science curriculum and methodology. Understanding of middle school practices such as interdisciplinary teams, advisor periods, and classroom management will be developed. Field experience (MED 430P ) in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EDU 312 and MED 430P
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MED 435 - Social Studies and Communication Arts and Literature Methods: Middle School
4 Credits
FALL
Course content includes the philosophical and social aspects of teaching younger adolescents, as well as essential information about social studies and communication arts and literature curriculum and methodology. Understanding of middle school practices such as interdisciplinary teams, advisor periods, and classroom management will be developed. Field experience (MED 430P ) in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EDU 312 and MED 430P
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MED 436 - General Science and Communication Arts & Literature Methods: Middle School
4 Credits
FALL
Course content includes the philosophical and social aspects of teaching younger adolescents, as well as essential information about general science and communication arts and literature curriculum and methodology. Understanding of middle school practices such as interdisciplinary teams, advisor periods, and classroom management will be developed. Field experience (MED 430P ) in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EDU 312 and MED 430P
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MED 454 - Student Teaching: Middle School Communication Arts and Literature
4 Credits
SPRING
Direct teaching experience in grades 7-8 for elementary education majors with a middle school communication arts and literature endorsement or grades 5-6 for secondary communication arts and literature education majors. Students observe, participate, teach and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a teacher education faculty member in an approved middle school communication arts and literature classroom for a minimum of 4 weeks.
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching.
Corequisite: EDU 455
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MED 455 - Student Teaching: Middle School Science
4 Credits
SPRING
Direct teaching experience in grades 7-8 for elementary education majors with a middle school science endorsement or grades 5-6 for secondary science education majors. Students observe, participate, teach and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a teacher education faculty member in an approved middle school science classroom for a minimum of 4 weeks.
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching.
Corequisite: EDU 455
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MED 456 - Student Teaching: Middle School Social Studies
4 Credits
SPRING
Direct teaching experience in grades 7-8 for elementary education majors with a middle school social studies endorsement or grades 5-6 for secondary social studies education majors. Students observe, participate, teach and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a teacher education faculty member in an approved middle school social studies classroom for a minimum of 4 weeks.
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching.
Corequisite: EDU 455
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MED 457 - Student Teaching: Middle School Math
4 Credits
SPRING
Direct teaching experience in grades 7-8 for elementary education majors with a middle school math endorsement. Students observe, participate, teach and engage in extra-class activities under the supervision of selected cooperating teachers and a teacher education faculty member in an approved middle school math classroom for a minimum of 4 weeks.
Prerequisite: Admission to Student Teaching.
Corequisite: EDU 455
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MIN 5210 - Management & Administration of Christian Ministry
3 Credits
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the personal qualities and professional skills essential for administrative leadership in the local church context. Students investigate pastoral leadership and church management theories as well as the practical dynamics related to the administrative process.
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MIN 5215 - Pastoral Counseling
3 Credits
This course is designed to help students become more knowledgeable, effective, and sensitive pastors when ministering to persons in need. Students are equipped to care for God’s people and to provide counsel in a variety of contexts. (Course Fee)
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MIN 5218 - Social & Cultural Foundations for Ministry
3 Credits
This course will prepare students to analyze the social and cultural factors influencing ministry formation and development in an era of globalization. Students will be equipped to analyze global and local contexts for the purpose of communicating cross-culturally and contextualizing ministry. Special attention will be given to ministry in culturally and religiously diverse contexts.
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MIN 5230 - Teaching for Ministry
3 Credits
A study of the process of teaching and learning as it relates to using the Bible for the purpose of Christian formation and discipleship in a variety of educational contexts.
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MIN 5310 - Foundations of Church Planting
3 Credits
This course explores the biblical imperatives for church multiplication. It equips the student to investigate, analyze, and understand cultural settings in both contemporary and post modern America, as well as diverse overseas settings. This understanding is then applied to the construction of appropriate church planting strategies. Emphasis will be placed on devising strategy for church planting movements where churches continually plant churches.
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MIN 5414 - Contemporary Issues in Hmong Ministry
3 Credits
This course investigates historical and contemporary trends in Hmong ministry both in the United States and in other contexts. The practical implications of providing leadership, pastoral care, teaching, and discipleship in Hmong ministry contexts is explored in light of these historical and contemporary trends.
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MIN 5510 - The Biblical Communicator
3 Credits
Through this course students will develop their skills in interpreting Scripture and in communicating biblical truth one-on-one, in small groups/teams and in large groups. Attention will be given to the historical, grammatical and literary study of biblical passages in their contexts and to the unique communication skills required for connecting one-on-one, with a small group and in large groups.
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MIN 5512 - Facilitating Spiritual Formation
3 Credits
Through this course students will identify their place on the spiritual journey and develop skills to help people grow spiritually. Attention will be given to the divine dynamic of spiritual formation, to models of spiritual formation, to spiritual disciplines, and to tools for directing others in spiritual formation via one-on-one mentoring, small groups, and/or establishing a spiritual growth program.
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MIN 5513 - Outreach Oriented Leader
3 Credits
Through this course students will develop some of the necessary skills for establishing an outreach-oriented ministry, for transitioning a ministry to be outreach oriented and for perpetuating an outreach oriented ministry. Attention will be given to the biblical basis for personal, local and global outreach, entrepreneurial leadership, transformational leadership and contextualized outreach.
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MIN 5514 - Managing Change and Conflict
3 Credits
Through this course students will examine the role of the pastor as an agent of change. Emphasis will be upon change and its impact upon the church. Topics will include conflict management/resolution, criticism, etc. In addition, the cultural and religious changes occurring within society and the role of the church in addressing them will be discussed.
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MIN 5515 - Ministry in Small Group Context
3 Credits
This course investigates biblical and organizational principles of ministry in small group contexts, emphasizing ministry within a relational model of the group. Students will develop practical skills in developing and leading small group ministries.
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MIN 5821 - Philosophy of Christian Ministry
3 Credits
An advanced examination of contemporary philosophical issues in educational ministry with the goal of helping students develop a cohesive statement of one’s philosophy of ministry. Students will synthesize their thinking about what it means to help disciples know, learn, and live out the truth in their context.
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MIN 5881 - Chaplaincy in the Graduate Context I
3 Credits
In this course, students are mentored by their instructor in the development of chaplaincy resources and in ministering to students in the online graduate programs at Crown. Students minister to their peers through praying and conducting a spiritual life survey. Reflective practice is a key element of this course. (Application Required)
Prerequisite: Application Approval by the CM Department
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MIN 5882 - Chaplaincy in the Graduate Context II
3 Credits
In this course, students are mentored by their instructor in the development of chaplaincy resources and ministering to students in the online graduate programs at Crown. Students minister to their peers through praying and developing chaplaincy resources. Reflective practice is a key element of this course. (Application Required)
Prerequisite: Application Approval by the CM Department
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