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ACC 228 - Principles of Accounting I
3 Credits
FALL
An introductory course designed to acquaint students with the principles of accounting theory, emphasizing the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation.
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ACC 229 - Principles of Accounting II
3 Credits
SPRING
A continuation of the introductory course in accounting with additional emphasis upon accounting techniques and their role in decision-making.
Prerequisite: ACC 228
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ACC 230 - Not for Profit Accounting
3 Credits
ARR
This is a basic level course in governmental and nonprofit accounting. This course will add to your understanding of accounting principles and practices for non-commercial organizations and explore the unique systems that have evolved to meet the needs of governmental and nonprofit stake holders.
Prerequisite: ACC 228
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ACC 328 - Intermediate Accounting I
3 Credits
FALL
A study of accounting theory and techniques as related to income determination and asset valuation. Accounting practice related to current asset measurement and reporting. Analysis and evaluation of the measurement and reporting of non-current assets and liabilities.
Prerequisite: ACC 228 and ACC 229
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ACC 329 - Intermediate Accounting II
3 Credits
SPRING
A continuation of Intermediate Accounting I, dealing with balance sheet valuations, funds concepts, and statement analysis. Current and alternative accounting theories relating to owner’s equity, special income determination problems, and other accounting topics of current interest.
Prerequisite: ACC 328 - Intermediate Accounting I
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ACC 350 - Cost Management
3 Credits
FALL
The study of the principles of double entry accounting for material, labor, and manufacturing expense of productive enterprises.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: ACC 229
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ACC 352 - Accounting Information Systems
3 Credits
ARR
This course has been designed to provide a basic knowledge of how accounting information systems function in today’s business environment. Transaction flow charting and internal controls of the revenue, expenditure and conversion cycles are covered in detail. Attention is also focused on basic computer terminology, EDP controls, and relational databases. Considering that companies are unable to separate accounting information systems from technology another equally important aspect of this class is to assist students in developing into an efficient, and reasonably sophisticated, user of computer technology. We do this through extensive use of the Internet, Excel, and an integrated accounting software package.
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ACC 410 - Personal Income Tax
3 Credits
ARR
Examines federal individual income tax concepts, such as gross income, exclusions, deductions, losses, exemptions, and tax credits. Further, the course covers the tax effects of property transactions and the deductions related to the cost recovery of certain assets. The goal of the course is to assist students in building a strong foundation of basic tax principles and concepts. It is not possible to address every exception to a particular law. The fundamental concepts and common transactions are emphasized.
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ACC 412 - Auditing
3 Credits
ARR
Study of the basic auditing principles, including professional standards, ethics, internal control, evidence gathering, fraud, and statistical sampling. It focuses on review of audit procedures and audit reports.
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ACC 455X - Accounting Internship
3 Credits
ARR
Observation and experience in an accounting position with consultation and supervision under both faculty and field personnel. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. (Also BUS 455X)
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Anthropology |
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ANT 231 - Cultural Anthropology
3 Credits
FALL
A foundational course in anthropology that places major emphasis on the concept of culture and its expression in human societies. The course will prepare students for further studies in anthropology and make them aware of the complexities of cross-cultural communication, especially in missionary service.
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ANT 250X - Intercultural Practicum (ICE Experience)
0-2 Credits
SPRING or SUMMER
An integrative cross-cultural experience designed to help the student deepen his or her Christian worldview, cross-cultural engagement, and understanding of diverse social and cultural contexts. Field experience involves service/ministry projects by small teams of students at North American and international sites. (Also ICS 250X )
Prerequisite: approval of the International Service Learning (ISL) Director
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ANT 339X - Intercultural Communication
3 Credits
FALL
A study of the worldview, cognition, socio-cultural, linguistic behavioral, media and motivational factors that positively or negatively impact communication between persons of different cultures. Emphasis will be given to observing, describing and interpreting such factors and to understanding models and developing skills that will enhance intercultural trust and understanding, especially in the communication of biblical truth. (Also COM 339X and ICS 339X )
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ANT 425X - Fieldwork
2-3 Credits
FALL or SUMMER
A practical experience of cross-cultural ministry. The instructor will supervise preparatory cultural studies and techniques, and in cases where the actual ministry is geographically impractical to supervise, will establish criteria for evaluation. Global Venture may qualify for fieldwork (two or three credits) according to prior arrangements with instructor. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading. (Also ICS 425X )
Prerequisite: Completion of 90 credit hours of satisfactory work, including ANT 231 or the equivalent (exceptions by permission of the department chair)
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ANT 434X - Cross-Cultural Practicum Orientation
3 Credits
ARR
A directed study of the expectations of a cross-cultural experience, the journaling process to be employed during the practicum, an initial study of the host country’s politics, economy, religion(s), value system and other cultural features. Students will also study the status of missionary activity in the host country and will make an introductory analysis of the cultural values for behavior in the United States. A minimum of 100 hours will be dedicated to reading, researching, and reporting the findings. This course will be completed the semester before departing for the host country where the remainder of the practicum will be realized. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. (Also ICS 434X )
Prerequisite: Completion of 90 credit hours of the Intercultural Studies major, including a minimum of 18 credit hours from the courses listed in the “Intercultural Studies” section of the Intercultural Studies major
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ANT 435X - Cultural Awareness
3 Credits
ARR
A directed study, done in the host country, focusing on the learning of family structure and relations, gender roles, neighbor and neighborhood relations, the structure and use of political power, the functioning of the economy, national literature and art forms, and the divulging of news. The student will also study the cultural pastimes (sports, games, and diversions); the culture’s values concerning sex, material items, crime and punishment of criminals, and health and health care; as well as evaluating the country’s educational facilities and procedures. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. (Also ICS 435X )
Prerequisite: Completion of 90 credit hours of the Intercultural Studies major, including a minimum of 18 credit hours from the courses listed in the “Intercultural Studies” section of the Intercultural Studies major, and ICS 434X Cross-Cultural Practicum Orientation
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ANT 438X - Host Country/Region Religion
3 Credits
ARR
A directed study, done in the host country, focusing on the learning of the belief system of the dominant religion(s) in the area of ministry; the place of the religious rituals in the life of the people, the place of the religious authorities in society, how the religion(s) affect(s) other areas of life and social institutions, how the religion(s) affect(s) the maintaining of the status quo, and how the dominant religion considers Christianity. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. (Also ICS 438X )
Prerequisite: Completion of 90 credit hours of the Intercultural Studies major, including a minimum of 18 credit hours from the courses listed in the “Intercultural Studies” section of the Intercultural Studies Major (B.A.) , and ICS 434X Cross-Cultural Practicum Orientation
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Bible |
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BIB 134 - Methods of Bible Study
3 Credits
ARR
The aim of this study is to give the student practical experience in personal Bible study. Different methodologies are used in a discovery process with emphasis on inductive Bible study. A book from the Bible is used for demonstrating these methods. This course should not be taken in addition to BIB 231 Principles of Biblical Interpretation.
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BIB 135X - Old Testament History
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
A study of the historical background and general content of the Old Testament books with a view to giving the student an overall perspective of the message of the Old Testament in the light of its contemporary setting. (Also HIS 135X )
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BIB 136X - New Testament History
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
A study of the historical background and general content of the New Testament books with a view to giving the student an overall perspective of the message of the New Testament in the light of its contemporary setting. (Also HIS 136X )
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BIB 231 - Principles of Biblical Interpretation
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This course is designed to help the student master fundamental lexical, grammatical, and historical-cultural principles needed to interpret Scripture. It concludes with guidance in how to apply Scripture to contemporary life and problems.
Prerequisite: BIB 135X /HIS 135X or BIB 136X /HIS 136X
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BIB 233 - Gospel of John
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
The fourth Gospel will be examined as to its background, teaching, and theological themes, and will be compared with the synoptic Gospels. A variety of methodologies will be used in the exploration of John, with an emphasis upon inductive Bible study. In addition, the relevance of the text will be explored for personal growth, teaching, and preaching.
Prerequisite: or
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BIB 299X - Curricular Practical Training
0 Credits
FALL, SPRING, or SUMMER
This non-credit skills course is designed to afford international students the opportunity to apply what they have learned in their major program to a “real-world” off-campus work experience. This course is supervised by the international student advisor in conjunction with the department advisor. Academic objectives will be determined by the program director in cooperation with the employer. At the end of the course, the student will submit a written report detailing how these objectives were met.
Prerequisite: This course is offered to international students after their freshman year.
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BIB 330 - Galatians
3 Credits
SPRING
A systematic examination of the letter from a primarily inductive approach. The students will be guided in applying proper interpretive procedures as they prepare their own commentary on the letter.
Prerequisite: BIB 231 or consent of the instructor
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BIB 331 - Corinthian Correspondence
3 Credits
FALL
The themes and content of these letters will be studied against the historical and cultural background of Corinth and the Corinthian church. The implications of the teaching of the letters for the church today will also be considered.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite:
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BIB 332 - Prison Epistles
3 Credits
SPRING
An inductive study of the epistles of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon. Attention will be given to major themes and the historical background of these writings.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite:
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BIB 338 - Old Testament Prophetic Literature
3 Credits
SPRING
A study of the historical background and major themes of Old Testament prophetic books. Interpretive methods and modern messages from these ancient voices will be emphasized.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite:
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BIB 340 - Jesus and the Gospels
3 Credits
ARR
This class is designed to prepare students to give an answer to those who attack the biblical view of Jesus. The course will include analysis of the Gospels and the synoptic problem as well as a discussion of non-biblical sources. Historical background and methodology, and a critique of contemporary theories will also be covered. The biblical view of Jesus will be defended from a historical perspective.
Prerequisite: BIB 135X /HIS 135X and BIB 136X /HIS 136X
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BIB 342X - Biblical Perspectives of Worship
3 Credits
ARR
This course is a study of biblical, theological, historical, and philosophical aspects of Christian corporate worship. A wide spectrum of Christian traditions will be studied as well as the relationship of personal to corporate worship. The individual elements of the worship service, including music, will be studied light of the above aspects. (Also MUS 342X )
Prerequisite: BIB 135X /HIS 135X or BIB 136X /HIS 136X
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BIB 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 LAN 345X )
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: BIB 135X /HIS 135X
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BIB 346 - Old Testament Poetic Literature
3 Credits
FALL
A study of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs, plus selected poetic portions in the historical and prophetic books. Hebrew poetic techniques and the theological intent of the writers will be emphasized.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: BIB 135X /HIS 135X
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BIB 347 - Acts/Pastoral Epistles
3 Credits
FALL
An examination of the expansion and problems of the early church through a chapter-by-chapter study of Acts, Titus, and I and II Timothy, as well as a study of the internal and external threats to the church and the emergence of a strengthened leadership to meet the challenge.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: BIB 136X /HIS 136X
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BIB 348 - General Epistles and Hebrews
3 Credits
SPRING
A study of the letters of Peter, John, James, Jude, and Hebrews. The content of these letters will be studied in the light of their historical background. The theological themes of the letters will be highlighted with attention given to the practical application of their message.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: BIB 136X /HIS 136X
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BIB 400 - Independent Study
1-3 Credits
ARR
An intensive, supervised investigation of a biblical or theological topic by an individual student. Enrollment and topic selection are by permission of the instructor and department chair. The course is limited to Biblical and Theological Studies and Pastoral Leadership majors.
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BIB 421 - Pentateuch
3 Credits
FALL
A study of the five books of Moses as the foundation for the rest of Scripture. The Pentateuch will be studied from two perspectives. The content of each individual book will be dealt with and the major themes of the Pentateuch will be investigated. These themes will include creation, fall, covenant, redemption, and grace.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: BIB 135X /HIS 135X
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BIB 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 LAN 430X )
Prerequisite: LAN 341 and LAN 342 or consent of the instructor
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BIB 434 - Romans
3 Credits
FALL, SPRING, or SUMMER
The course is designed as an exegetical investigation of the English text with comments on the Greek text where applicable. The course endeavors to acquaint the student with the theological teaching of the letter and assumes awareness of theological thought and procedures.
Prerequisite: BIB 233 , THE 231 or THE 331
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Business |
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BUS 130 - Concepts of Personal Finance
3 Credits
FALL
A practical study of what Scripture says about financial stewardship, tithing, giving, investing, and the use of debt. Students will develop personal budgets and financial goals. Discussion will also include the use of various types of credit and insurance.
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BUS 141 - SIFE Internship
1 Credits
FALL or SPRING
This course provides students an opportunity to gain experience through a supervised on-campus internship with the Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) program. Students will also learn the distinctive of the Crown SIFE program. 50 hours of active participation is required for this class.
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BUS 221 - Business Communication
3 Credits
Fall
An introductory course designed to help students develop and strengthen skills of effective business and professional communication in written, oral, and non-verbal modes. Students will apply specific reasoned, practical, and ethical business communication principles to composing and delivering typical business and professional messages. Students will further enhance their awareness of communication contexts and practices in other cultures. Students will explore the composition of visual aids using business presentation software.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: ENG 131
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BUS 240 - Social Entrepreneurship
3 Credits
FALL
This course will introduce students to the essential knowledge and skills of entrepreneurship, while focusing on the planning, management, marketing, financing, and operating entrepreneurial enterprises. The course will also focus on the role that the social entrepreneur plays in contemporary society, economy and community as change agents while exercising accountability. Particular attention will be given to mission as it relates to continuous innovation, adaptation, sustainability and organizational learning.
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BUS 241 - SIFE Internship
1 Credits
FALL or SPRING
A thorough examination of business strategy and key functions of business operations including; business planning, strategic initiatives and the role of free enterprise in the business world. Also focuses on examining the role of business in society, leadership initiatives, motivation and entrepreneurs. 50 hours of active participation is required for this class.
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BUS 299X - Curricular Practical Training
0 Credits
FALL, SPRING, or SUMMER
This non-credit skills course is designed to afford international students the opportunity to apply what they have learned in their major program to a “real-world” off-campus work experience. This course is supervised by the international student advisor in conjunction with the department advisor. Academic objectives will be determined by the program director in cooperation with the employer. At the end of the course, the student will submit a written report detailing how these objectives were met. (Also HUM 299X )
Prerequisite: This course is offered to international students after their freshman year.
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BUS 335 - Principles of Business Organization and Management
3 Credits
FALL
A course designed to provide students with a practical introduction to management. Emphasis is placed on managerial concepts and practices relevant to business.
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BUS 336 - Human Resource Management
3 Credits
SPRING
A course that introduces the study of the effective use of human resources. Emphasis is on the training, evaluation, and management of the organization’s personnel especially within business.
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BUS 341 - SIFE Internship
1 Credits
FALL or SPRING
Preparation to present strategic business initiatives at regional and national Student in Free Enterprise (SIFE) competitions by examining non-profit and for-profit business structures and assisting individuals and businesses in adapting successful strategies for future success. 50 hours of active participation is required for this class.
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BUS 343 - International Business
3 Credits
SPRING
This course examines the international dimensions of business such as industry globalization, development and implementation of international strategy, cross-cultural human resource management and ethical considerations unique to international business. The course will also examine the integration of faith and business, looking at how this combination is having kingdom impact. Topics will also include international finance, marketing and governmental interaction.
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BUS 350 - Principles of Marketing
3 Credits
SPRING
An introductory course intended to provide a basic understanding of what marketing is and how it is used in the business environment.
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BUS 400 - Independent Study
1-3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
Work in an additional area of interest supervised by a business faculty member.
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BUS 412 - Small Business Management
3 Credits
SPRING
An analysis of the problems and issues frequently encountered in the creation and management of a small business. The course acquaints students with the case analysis approach and covers a wide variety of topics such as feasibility analysis, legal concerns, marketing, accounting, and personnel management.
Prerequisite: ACC 228
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BUS 421 - Business Law
3 Credits
FALL
A study course designed specifically to acquaint students with sales, contract, and business organization law.
Offered alternate years (even)
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BUS 422 - Financial Management
3 Credits
SPRING
A course addressing the need of sound financial management within business. Areas of study include: time value of money, cash flow analysis, financial planning, risk, and capital budgeting.
Prerequisite: ACC 228 and ACC 229
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BUS 430 - Principles of Public Relations
3 Credits
ARR
This course reviews public relations principles and practices in the modern world of marketing and management. It covers how government, employee, investor, community, marketing, non-profit and corporate public relations practices differ yet communicate a consistent positioning of the organization. This course emphasizes a case history approach that focuses on public relations programming, emphasizing how research, planning, communication, and measurements fit together to give a practical overview of the public relations process.
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BUS 440 - Resource Development
3 Credits
FALL
This course will build the student’s understanding of development issues in the nonprofit world, including: volunteers, sources of income, motivations and expectations of donors, and the techniques and tools that comprise fundraising. The primary emphasis for the course is on understanding how to match funding and volunteer opportunities and fundraising techniques to donors’ values, interests, capability, and inclination to give, and creating and implementing fundraising programs that are a fit for a nonprofit organization’s current level of growth. After completing this course, students should be able to create a mixed revenue strategy for a nonprofit and have an understanding of the strengths, weaknesses, and challenges involved in each the resource development process.
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BUS 442 - Business Practicum I
3 Credits
FALL
Students will demonstrate the skills they have learned by working in a team based practicum over two semesters; this is the first of the two classes. This supervised field experience will serve as a capstone class for the social entrepreneurship major Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: SIFE Internships must be complete prior to enrolling in this course.
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BUS 443 - Business Practicum II
3 Credits
SPRING
Students will demonstrate the skills they have learned by working in a team based practicum over two semesters; this is the second of the two classes. This supervised field experience will serve as a capstone class for the social entrepreneurship major Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: Business Practicum I must be completed
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BUS 450 - Strategy and Policy
3 Credits
FALL
The purpose of this course is to integrate organizational strategy with functional policy and operation design through analysis of management structure. The intent is to analyze the process of transforming planning “strategy” into managerial action through theory and case analysis.
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BUS 451 - Seminar: Business Internship
3 Credits
ARR
Observation and experience in a business position with consultation and supervision under both faculty and field personnel. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only.
Prerequisite: Consent of the department
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BUS 452 - Senior Research Project
3 Credits
ARR
The primary intention of this project is to integrate the extent of the student’s educational experience with a practical issue worthy of examination. Thus, the student is to research matters relating to his or her own business or employment experience. This course can be used to fulfill internship requirement with departmental approval.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of the department
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BUS 453X - Advanced Business/Economics Seminar
3 Credits
ARR
A seminar study of advanced business or economics topics such as entrepreneurship, sports and special events marketing, international marketing, international finance, economics of government and business, managerial development, public and non-profit finance, and comparative economic systems. (Also ECO 453X )
Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of the department.
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BUS 454 - Business Research Methods
3 Credits
SPRING
This course is the final class students will take in the business program and has been designed to prepare them for completing research assignments in the marketplace or in graduate school. The material presented will assist students in developing knowledge of business research methods, suitable for workplace application, to enable solutions and recommendations founded on legitimate and efficient data and information.
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BUS 455X - Accounting Internship
3 Credits
ARR
Observation and experience in an accounting position with consultation and supervision under both faculty and field personnel. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. (ACC 455X)
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CED 450 - Philosophy of Christian Education
3 Credits
ARR
This course surveys the philosophies and philosophic issues relevant to Christian education and discussed the integration of comprehensive biblical worldview into the classroom. Attention is given to the writing of a clearly articulated statement of Christian education philosophy.
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CHM 140 - Foundations of Discipleship Ministries
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This course focuses on the fundamental principles and practices at the core of any strategy of building disciples of Jesus Christ. Students will gain insight into their sense of calling to ministry and specific giftedness. They will also gain an overview of the specializations offered in the major and exposure to each of the professors teaching those specializations.
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CHM 201 - Spiritual and Leadership Development
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This course will examine the dynamics of personal development in students’ lives, focusing on spiritual growth and leadership formation. Students will employ analytical tools and reflection skills to develop a greater self-awareness. From this foundation they will explore the process of spiritual formation and establish an initial life-plan for the regular practice of spiritual disciplines. They will also examine the concept of servant leadership and the stages of leadership development, developing a personal plan for growth in the leading of self, family, and others.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or higher.
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CHM 299X - Curricular Practical Training
0 Credits
FALL, SPRING, or SUMMER
This non-credit skills course is designed to afford international students the opportunity to apply what they have learned in their major program to a “real-world” off-campus work experience. This course is supervised by the international student advisor in conjunction with the department advisor. Academic objectives will be determined by the program director in cooperation with the employer. At the end of the course, the student will submit a written report detailing how these objectives were met.
Prerequisite: This course is offered to international students after their freshman year.
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CHM 300 - Spiritual and Personal Formation
3 Credits
ARR
This course focuses on the spiritual development of the individual, especially reading from the modern classics in spiritual formation. Biblical principles and spiritual disciplines that govern the character and conduct of Christians will be addressed. The course also considers issues of personal formation.
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CHM 302X - Church Development Strategies
3 Credits
FALL
A study of the formation and development of local churches, with an emphasis on the biblical rationale and missional need for church planting; approaches, principles and methods for successful church planting; personal qualifications for church planters; and local and large scale church development strategies in various socio-cultural contexts of the world. (Also ICS 302X )
Offered alternate years (even)
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CHM 325 - Biblical Evangelism and Missions
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
A study of the role of the Christian in the world as it relates to the fulfillment of the Great Commission. Emphasis will be placed on the biblical teaching of evangelism, contemporary strategies for effective witnessing and follow-up, and practical training in evangelism. A foundation for the biblical basis for world missions is provided and students will be led toward becoming globally-minded Christians.
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CHM 335 - Internship Orientation
1 Credits
SPRING
A study of issues and practices designed to prepare the student for ministry internship. This course is required of all students prior to their internship experience.
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CHM 336 - Internship Practicum
0 Credits
SUMMER
An integrative ministry experience designed to assist the student to apply biblical and ministry principles at a church or parachurch ministry. This practicum is taken prior to the student’s ministry internship.
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CHM 420 - Philosophy of Ministry
3 Credits
SPRING
The course examines philosophical terminology and schools of thought related to helping people know, learn, and practice the Truth of Jesus within culture. Students will write out their personal philosophy of ministry related to their projected ministry context based on what they have learned in the class and throughout their ministry training.
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CHM 450X - Counseling for Church Leaders
3 Credits
SPRING
A course designed to provide a basis for counseling by the pastor and church leaders. Various counseling styles and methods will be considered and related to typical situations faced in church ministry. Counseling ethics, referral, and the integration with other forms of pastoral staff care will be emphasized (e.g. premarital, crisis, guidance, grief, death, and dying). (Also PSY 450X )
Prerequisite: PSY 130 or the consent of the instructor.
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CHM 451 - Senior Seminar
1 Credits
SPRING
This course is designed as a capstone course for Christian Ministry majors in their senior year. This course addresses preparedness for ministry issues, including resume writing, interviewing and ways to search for future ministry positions. The capstone of the student’s academic program will include the development of the student’s philosophy for a disciple-making ministry.
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COM 133 - Speech
3 Credits
FALL and SPRING
This course provides the student with an introduction to the theory of the communication process. Topics include analyzing a target audience, organizing material, preparing an effective method of delivery, and developing informative and persuasive speeches. Each student will deliver speeches that are video taped and evaluated.
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COM 140 - Perspectives in Communication
3 Credits
FALL
This is a foundational course that explores the patterns and processes of human communication as they are relevant to daily life. Objectives include the analysis and improvement of communication in interpersonal, intercultural, group, organizational, and mass media settings. Foundations for relational communication, digital arts, dramatic arts, and advertising/graphic design are established.
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COM 150 - Writing for Communication
3 Credits
SPRING
The practical, hands-on study of effective writing which occurs in basic human communication and the various forms of mediated communication in contemporary society. From a foundation of successful writing in interpersonal and group contexts, students will then discuss and acquire writing skills relevant to the media industries: newspapers, magazines, radio, television, cinema, and internet.
Prerequisite: ENG 131
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COM 155A - Communication Practicum
1 Credits
FALL and SPRING
Students will engage the professional, operational and creative aspects of sports broadcasting, radio broadcasting and television production. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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COM 155B - Communication Practicum
1 Credits
FALL and SPRING
Students will engage the professional, operational and creative aspects of sports broadcasting, radio broadcasting and television production. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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COM 245X - Creative Drama for Youth and Children
3 Credits
FALL
Techniques, theories, and experiences of creative drama and its application to youth and children, including children’s theater, story telling, story dramatization, and improvisation within an educational and ministry setting. (Also DSC 245X )
Offered alternate years (odd)
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COM 247X - Media Foundations
3 Credits
FALL
Examines the principles and processes of media creation. Special consideration will be given to montage theory as a basis for mediated messages. Students will gain a broad overview of the full media development methods through various original creative works. (Also FAR 247X )
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COM 252 - Interpersonal Communication
3 Credits
SPRING
The foundational course for the study of relational communication. Students will study the role of communication in family systems, self-identity, intimate relationships, gender issues and nonverbal contexts. Specific topics include listening, self-disclosure and conflict management.
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COM 255A - Communication Practicum
1 Credits
FALL and SPRING
Students will engage the professional, operational and creative aspects of sports broadcasting, radio broadcasting and television production. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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COM 255B - Communication Practicum
1 Credits
FALL and SPRING
Students will engage the professional, operational and creative aspects of sports broadcasting, radio broadcasting and television production. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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COM 310 - Persuasive Communication
3 Credits
SPRING
Focuses on the dual responsibilities of creation and reception in persuasive messages. Theoretical considerations include credibility, proofs and argumentation. Practical applications will highlight personal influence, public campaigns and media techniques.
Offered alternate years (even)
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COM 315 - Media and Culture
3 Credits
SPRING
An in-depth exploration of how the media of mass communication both reflect and influence our culture. The relationship between our environment, our social interaction and various communication channels will be examined. Students will be challenged with the task of using communication forms to transform popular culture rather than being uncritically transformed by it.
Offered alternate years (even)
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COM 326 - Scriptwriting
3 Credits
SPRING
This course examines the principles and practice of scriptwriting through hands-on training. Beginning with established works, the instructor will guide students in creating original manuscripts.
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COM 328 - Fundamentals of Acting
3 Credits
SPRING
A foundational course that explores the actor’s role; emphasizes technique, characterization, movement and critical analysis.
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COM 339X - Intercultural Communication
3 Credits
FALL
A study of the worldview, cognition, socio-cultural, linguistic behavioral, media and motivational factors that positively or negatively impact communication between persons of different cultures. Emphasis will be given to observing, describing and interpreting such factors and to understanding models and developing skills that will enhance intercultural trust and understanding, especially in the communication of biblical truth. (Also ANT 339X and ICS 339X )
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COM 342X - Interactive Design
3 Credits
FALL
Using current web standard language, this course moves beyond transactional web communication introducing the student to dynamic user-centered design. Students will learn the technique, tools and processes used to construct dynamic interactive web design. (Also FAR 342X )
Offered alternate years (odd)
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COM 343X - Video Short Form
3 Credits
SPRING
Through a collaborative process, this course explores key aesthetic concepts of visual short form storytelling. Elements include screenplay breakdown, production management, casting, conceptto-visual, editing rhythm and pacing, and post color design. (Also FAR 343X )
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COM 344X - Digital Design
3 Credits
FALL
Overview of visual communication theory including a conceptual understanding of the various uses of print and graphics elements. Foundational design principles coupled with design tools develop skills for desktop design. (Also )
Offered alternate years (even)
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COM 345 - Introduction to Literary Editing: Rivulet
2 Credits
SPRING
This course introduces students to literary editing through reading, discussion, analysis of published literary magazines, review of submissions, decision-making about the school magazine content and layout, and final editing. Students will develop attentiveness to literary form, style, voice, and originality in writing as well as develop an understanding of group-based decision making in a publishing context. The students in this class will produce the literary magazine Rivulet.
Prerequisite: ENG 131 , ENG 132 , ENG 341 , or instructor consent.
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COM 347 - Advertising Design
3 Credits
FALL
Students engage the use of varied media applied to an advertising campaign. Functional application coupled with thorough design principles will assist the student to understand what is required to solve problems at this creative level.
Offered alternate years (even)
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COM 353 - Argumentation and Debate
3 Credits
FALL
This course studies the methods of persuasion: logical and emotional appeals and trustworthiness, ways of structuring arguments, and persuasive style. Students will learn to critique arguments on a variety of subjects.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: COM 133
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COM 355A - Communication Practicum
1 Credits
FALL and SPRING
Students will engage the professional, operational and creative aspects of sports broadcasting, radio broadcasting and television production. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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COM 355B - Communication Practicum
1 Credits
FALL and SPRING
Students will engage the professional, operational and creative aspects of sports broadcasting, radio broadcasting and television production. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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COM 441 - Advertising Project
3 Credits
SPRING
Students gain knowledge of how to develop creative works suitable for public exhibition. Advertising strategies based around integrated marketing techniques will be investigated and applied. Experience with professional media under the supervision of a faculty member prepares the student for a career in the Advertising arena.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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COM 446 - Advanced Acting
3 Credits
SPRING
Advanced work in scene study, character analysis, and individual performance skills are the focus of this acting class.
Prerequisite: COM 328
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COM 448 - Advanced Media Production
3 Credits
SPRING
A senior-level course emphasizing advanced research, writing, editing, and production techniques for the mass media. Beyond the employment of techniques and disciplines common to all media writing, students will then design an intensive project which builds off their unique media interests. The complete development of this project, from research through production, will be the practical requirement.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: COM 150 , COM 247X
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