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NCU Catalog - October 2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Course Codes and Course Length
Course Codes
NCU course codes include a course prefix and number. The course prefix identifies the content area of a course and the number identifies the course-level (e.g., Undergraduate, Master’s. etc.). Courses in this catalog section are list by School and content area in numerical order.
Example: The course prefix “ACC” indicates Accounting content
Course Numbering
Course numbering used at NCU is as follows:
| Undergraduate |
1000 to 4999 |
| Master’s |
5000 to 6999;
5000-8 to 6999-8 |
| Doctoral and Advance Studies Certificates |
7000 to 8999;
7000-8 to 8999-8 |
| Doctoral Sequence Courses |
9000 to 9799;
9901A-D to 9914A-D
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Course Length
Course length varies by course and program. Please refer to the course listing in this catalog to determine the length of a specific course.
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Information Technology |
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TIM-5040 - Systems and Architectures for IT Professionals Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Computers and information technology are present in all layers of today’s modern organizations and are vital to business success. Thus, IT professionals must be able to implement and manage every component in the technical landscape properly. During this course, you will explore computing platforms and peripherals, identify the internal components and functions of a computer, and examine the internal architecture and systems configuration of real and virtual servers. You will also evaluate different operating systems and examine some of the best ways to configure and manage patches and upgrades.
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TIM-5050 - Project Management for IT Professionals Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course provides an overview of the project management principles aligned with internationally recognized standards and methodologies that are commonly used to support information technology efforts. During this course, you will explore information technology project management principles, tools, and frameworks, such as the Agile approach to project management. You will also learn how to develop a project plan, conduct a needs analysis, manage project resources, identify project risks, and manage multiple projects at the same time.
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TIM-6350 - Network Modeling and Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Network design is a dynamic endeavor that constantly changes to accommodate the increasing demands of cloud, mobile, and virtual environments. This course provides a detailed study of the hardware appliance configuration and parameter setting requirements of network design models. During this course, you will create a network model and evaluate the configuration settings for safety and performance using network modeling tools. You will also study addressing schemes and capacity planning techniques to increase network performance by reducing the probability of collisions and congestion.
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TIM-6360 - Advanced Network Risk Management Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
As the industry and networking landscape evolves, technology experts must take proactive measures to manage the risks that threaten IT networking. This course provides a detailed study of applied strategies and tools for mitigating risks that threaten networks and connected technologies. During this course, you will measure the impact of threats and vulnerabilities and apply risk identification, modeling, and analysis tools to manage and control network performance. You will also create risk reduction solutions that comply with legal requirements, support operations and services, and ensure a reliable technology platform.
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TIM-6370 - Network Governance, Control and Assurance Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Legal requirements and standards require compliance with specific statutes and control measures. Thus, network and data administrators must be able to write and update network management standards and procedures. During this course, you will explore the concept of network governance and identify the requirements needed to configure and implement a reliable IT installation. You will also explore high-level IT policies and ways to translate them into measurable controls to enforce data and process integrity. This is the foundation of secure physical and cloud-based electronic working environments.
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TIM-6445 - Wireless Networking Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Today’s networking landscape has been transformed with the inclusion of cloud and mobile computer platforms. These additional platforms, along with the internet of things (IoT), neural networking, and AI, require the need for stronger network configurations, management, standards, and practices. This course provides an in-depth examination of wireless networking devices and tools (hardware and software). During this course, you will apply network standards and protocols to enhance a networking landscape to improve wireless communications in support of multiple IT platforms.
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TIM-6450 - Advanced Network Administration Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this advanced network administration course, you will be immersed in the critical considerations needed for a strong networking platform, with a focus on the physical layers of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model. During the course, you will study advanced topics about the effective design, implementation, and administration of networking hardware and software. By the end of the course, you will develop an advanced standard protocol for device configuration that avoids collisions and improves network security.
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TIM-6550 - IT Asset Management Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Information technology professionals must have an understanding of the IT lifecycle and asset management principles to support organizational goals. This course covers the processes and services that enhance IT asset management practices leading to cost-effective decisions. During this course, you will study the best ways to manage hardware, software, and data assets. You will also examine the legal requirements affecting data retention and disposal and the provisions needed to control mobile, BYOD, and cloud operations.
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TIM-6590 - Strategic Management of Data, Information, and Knowledge Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Effective information technology professionals must be able to assess, plan, implement, and manage technical systems and services to ensure their integrity. During this capstone course, you will demonstrate the knowledge and skills gained throughout the Master of Science in Information Technology program by creating and presenting a comprehensive IT implementation plan. The strategic implementation plan should integrate strategies for improvement, including industry standards, metrics, procedures, and tools. It should also integrate hardware and software configurations, multiple operating systems, applications, and data protection rules to support organizational operations.
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Industrial/Organizational Psychology |
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IOP-8400 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course focuses on how psychological principles are applied in work settings. Current models, theories, and research in Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology will be explored. The role of attitude and motivation, as well as group factors and leadership in forming a social context for work will also be addressed.
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IOP-8404 - Consulting in Business, Education, and Health Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Consulting in businesses, schools, and mental health settings requires an array of personal skills, knowledge and information, and techniques. In this course you will learn how to develop the personal skills and understanding of consulting to give you a basis to develop a successful consulting program.
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PSY-5111 - Applied Statistics in I/O PSY Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course provides an introduction to descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, margin of error, and the visual representation of statistical data. The emphasis in this course is on developing a conceptual knowledge of how statistics are used in the setting of I/O Psychology. The student will learn about many of the commonly used statistical tests in psychological research such as t-tests, ANOVA, correlation, regression, and chi-square are along with their interpretation. Students will demonstrate analytical proficiency by creating and interpreting tables and graphs based on results of statistical tests in preparation for sharing presentations with stakeholders.
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PSY-5401 - Foundations in I/O Psychology Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course is an introduction to graduate studies in Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology. This area of psychology involves the application of psychological principles to work settings, which includes personnel selection, training and development, performance management, stress and motivation, work attitudes, leadership, teams, and work-life balance. Current models, history, ethical and legal concerns, and research in I/O Psychology will be explored. In addition, graduate-level skills—such as academic integrity, effective use of the Northcentral Library, comprehension of complex scholarly texts and research articles, and use of APA format and style in professional communication—are also introduced. Students will complete the course with a roadmap to navigate their way to completion of their educational aspirations.
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PSY-5402 - Organizational Development Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course explores the role of the Organizational Development (OD) practitioner in supporting and/or leading change in individual, group, and organizational settings. In order to facilitate change so that it enhances productivity, students will learn about the evolution of organizational development, the process of change, and the many types and components appropriate in different OD situations. Student will also examine the principles, theories and ethics of organizational development and change. The goal of this course is for students to be able to both manage and implement interventions to remake the way an organization functions.
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PSY-5403 - Personnel Selection and Recruitments Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, personnel recruitment and selection is introduced as an evidence-based practice aimed at identifying qualified candidates and encouraging them to apply for jobs with an organization. The student will discover and understand the theories and principles of Industrial/Organizational Psychology (IO) that focus on personnel recruitment and selection. Students will also evaluate the methodology, including the assessment tools and develop persuasive arguments about personnel recruitment and selection. The goal of this course is to use a systematic approach of hiring and promoting qualified personnel.
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PSY-5404 - Tests and Measurements in I/O Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course introduces students to the basic theories, applications, and issues of psychological testing and assessment. Students will review the historical, professional, and legal context of utilizing tests and measurements in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Specifically, students will explore the purpose, development, application, and evaluation of psychological tests as applied to employee selection, placement, and performance appraisal. Students will also examine special topics related to use of psychological tests in the workplace, including the merits of cognitive ability, personality, and vocational testing, technological advancements in testing, and the testing of special populations.
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PSY-6411 - Internship in I/O Psychology Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 12
Students seeking a master’s degree in I/O psychology may opt to complete their degree by taking an internship in I/O psychology instead of the Capstone course. During the internship experience, students will meet weekly with their assigned NCU professor as well as their approved internship site supervisor to discuss their experiences. Weekly assignments include submission of required evaluations and preparation for the final theoretically grounded presentation summarizing the internship experience. Internship experiences are designed to guide candidates through specific standards-aligned experiences with resulting growth in competencies demonstrated through application in practice
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PSY-6429 - Capstone in I/O Psychology Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
The Capstone course in I/O Psychology is an opportunity to demonstrate a range of professional competencies and communication skills, reflecting the knowledge, critical thinking, sensitivity to ethics and diversity, and appreciation of research that has been acquired during the MS program. The Capstone course culminates in a review of the evidence based practices related to a specific issue of interest to the student in I/O Psychology.
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Instructional Design |
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ID-5000 - Fundamentals of Instructional Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This introductory course provides the opportunity for you to demonstrate proficiency in the fundamentals of instructional design (ID). Relevant topics at an introductory level include comparing ID models, interpreting necessary analyses, exploring principles and theories relevant to learning and ID across diverse communities of practice, and analyzing the influences of ethical, legal, and political trends on designing instructional and training solutions.
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ID-5010 - Applying Theory to Instructional Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Theories are foundational to scholarly inquiry, and many theories impact the design and development of instructional and training solutions. In this course, you will investigate some of these theoretical influences, particularly learning theories, and critique the effectiveness of different solutions according to various theories. Application of theory is also influenced by ethical, legal, and political factors that will be explored within the context of design and development of instructional and training solutions. From the perspectives of both learners and organizations, you will also review the use of digital portfolios to demonstrate specific competencies.
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ID-5020 - Analyzing Needs, Contexts, and Learners Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate expertise with analyses of needs, contexts, and learners. You will examine ways to assess whether organizational needs can be met with instructional and training solutions as well as the ethical, legal, and political factors that influence these decisions and any subsequent solutions. You will practice analyzing potential learners and their learning and performance contexts, illustrating the data from your analyses, and justifying your recommendations to stakeholders. Finally, you will also begin work on your digital portfolio to which you will contribute evidence of the competencies you develop throughout the program.
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ID-5030 - Assessment of Learning Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
The assessment of learning serves multiple purposes. In this course, you will explore assessment for learning, assessment of learning, and assessment as learning. At the core of assessment is data, and you will practice illustrating and using data to justify design recommendations for diverse stakeholders. As you work through the assessment cycle – from initial design through use of resulting data – you will consider the influences of ethical, legal, and political factors. You will also consider how your digital portfolio illustrates assessment for, of, and as learning by correlating some of your own learning artifacts with professional standards and competencies.
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ID-5040 - Design Principles for Multimedia Learning Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will explore different design principles for multimedia learning. You will not only evaluate factors that impact the effectiveness of multimedia for various learning contexts and audiences, you will also measure the effectiveness of such multimedia learning. You will then be able to provide for stakeholders methods for selecting and designing multimedia as well as ways to optimize existing multimedia solutions. Based on your learning, you will use different tools to design your own multimedia assets.
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ID-5050 - Development of Learning Materials Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course will support your skills in developing both digital and print-based learning materials. You will evaluate factors that impact the effectiveness of learning materials for various learning contexts and audiences, including consideration for cultural competencies within materials. You will also evaluate evidence for developing learning materials that align with measurable goals and use multiple tools to illustrate the delivery of learning materials, such as diagraming storyboards. Evidence of the effectiveness of these materials for specific needs, contexts, and learners will be assembled in your growing portfolio.
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ID-5060 - Authoring Tools for Design and Development Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course allows you to evaluate authoring tools for the design and development of instructional and training solutions. You will investigate the benefits and limitations of different authoring tools and use these tools to sketch storyboards and produce authentic products for instruction and training. Throughout the course, you will examine ethical, legal, and political influences on the selection and use of authoring tools. You will continue to showcase your developing competencies through your digital portfolio.
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ID-5070 - Development Models and Evaluation of Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will illustrate different development models and use specified methods for evaluating the design and development of instructional and training solutions. This process includes recommending revisions based on user feedback and evaluating the ethical, legal, and political factors impacting iterative designs and evaluations of instructional and training solutions. You will use your learning in this course to evaluate the artifacts you have curated in your digital portfolio.
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ID-5080 - Special Considerations in Design Practice Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course enables you to explore special considerations in design practice. Such special considerations include emerging models, theories, and technologies that can be applied to the design and delivery of instructional and training solutions for unique learning needs, contexts, and stakeholders. You will continue your examination of the ethical, legal, and political implications of these special considerations, and this examination will be included as an artifact in your digital portfolio.
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ID-5090 - Project Management for Instructional Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course prepares you for the broad role instructional designers assume in most organizations. You will create commonly used documents for the initiation, planning, and closure phases of instructional design projects. You will also examine strategies for stakeholder communication and change management, including ethical, legal, and political implications throughout instructional design projects.
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ID-6000 - Instructional Design Capstone Experience Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will demonstrate your proficiency in designing, developing, and evaluating instructional and training solutions as well as managing such projects from initiation to closure. In addition, you will appraise the value of artifacts you have curated throughout your program in comparison with not only the program learning outcomes, but also with professional competencies and standards recognized across the industry.
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ID-7020 - Leading and Managing Complex Design Projects Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will demonstrate advanced expertise in leading and managing complex design projects with diverse stakeholders. Toward this goal, you will determine needed resources, create timelines, overhaul procedures based on feedback, consider strategies to address legal, ethical, and political factors, and evaluate technologies that support leading and managing complex design and development projects.
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ID-7040 - Development Models and Evaluation of Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
There are many ways to develop instructional and training solutions as well as to evaluate those designs and products. In this course, you will examine multiple models for developing products based on designs, so the focus of this course is more about development and evaluation than design itself. By the end of the course, you will be able to validate design effectiveness through multiple methods, formulate strategies to address resistance to iterative design and evaluation, maximize effectiveness of complex design processes and products among diverse stakeholders, select technologies for prototype iteration for instructional and training solutions, and produce research-based recommendations for evaluation of instructional and training solutions.
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ID-7080 - Special Considerations for the ID Leader Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course supports your exploration of special considerations faced by leaders of complex instructional design and development projects. These considerations will include the ethical, legal, and political factors on which you have reflected throughout your program. These considerations will also include leadership theories and practices for emerging models, theories, and technologies used in the projects and organizations in which you lead.
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ID-8020 - Models and Heuristics of Instructional Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Heuristics are common approaches to completing tasks, even though those approaches lack direct alignment with a scholarly model. This course offers you the opportunity to distinguish heuristics and models and evaluate the ethical, legal, and political implications of each as you facilitate collaboration among diverse stakeholders. You will illustrate relationships between heuristics and models and justify your choices for various design projects.
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ID-8030 - Collaboration in Design Practices and Products Semester Credits: 8 Weeks: 3
This course will support your development of collaboration skills necessary in design and developing instructional and training solutions. You will also cultivate collaboration in the diverse stakeholders for the projects you are managing, including recommending the allocation of resources and estimating the return on investment. The course will continue your exploration of ethical, legal, and political considerations in project management and collaboration.
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ID-8040 - Evaluation of Design Processes and Products Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Design is iterative and should include feedback. This course will help you to hone your skills in securing such feedback – through evaluating both the processes and products of instructional design and development. You will examine relevant principles and theories of evaluation, conduct evaluations, and interpret the results of evaluations for diverse stakeholders. As you learn more about evaluating design processes and products, you will reflect on the ethical, legal, and political implications of evaluation.
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ID-8060 - Innovation in Learning Experiences Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Innovation is more than just doing things differently. In this course, you will determine the characteristics of innovation and specify what constitutes innovation across different learning experiences. Different contexts will be at different stages and levels of complexity within learning experience design, so what is innovative for one context may be routine in another context. As you learn about innovation, you will be able to predict the application of emerging processes and tools on innovation in the learning sciences and recommend opportunities for innovation within specific learning experiences.
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ID-8080 - Special Considerations in the Practice and Research of Instructional Design and Development Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will explore special considerations in the practice and research of instructional design and development. Such considerations include emerging models, theories, and technologies that can be applied to the design and delivery of instructional and training solutions for unique learning needs, contexts, and stakeholders. You will continue your examination of the ethical, legal, and political implications of these special considerations.
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ID-8200 - Advanced Instructional Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course builds on your foundational knowledge of instructional design with advanced practice. You will recommend instructional and training solutions based on existing assessment and evaluation data, formulate procedures for collaborative design projects with diverse stakeholders, and categorize legal, ethical, and political influences on the design of contemporary instructional and training solutions. You will develop instructional materials, including multimedia learning assets that comply with professional practice of instructional design and development.
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ID-8210 - Theoretical Foundations of Instructional Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Theories are foundational to scholarly inquiry, and many theories impact the design and development of instructional and training solutions. In this course, you will dig deeper into relevant theories and hone your ability to both recognize the theoretical influences of existing solutions as well as select the appropriate theoretical foundation for new solutions. You will practice defending your design recommendations with consideration for the ethical, legal, and political factors that might influence the application of theory within the design and development of instructional and training solutions.
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ID-8250 - Advanced Simulations, Games, and Mobile Design Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will explore the design and development of simulations, games, and mobile learning. You will critique game theory and its relevance to the design of instructional and training solutions. You will also evaluate platforms for the design and delivery of gaming solutions as well as simulations and mobile learning. Based on this work, you will measure the effectiveness of such designs for various learning contexts and audiences. Finally, you will develop learning assets based on games, simulations, and mobile learning and share those assets in your portfolio.
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Instructional Leadership |
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IL-5000 - Instructional Leader as Creator of Learning Culture Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will explore the knowledge, skills, and dispositions that enable instructional leaders to establish and sustain professional learning cultures. You will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge regarding curriculum and its functions in educational settings.
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IL-5001 - Instructional Leader as Advocate and Decision Maker Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students examine the role of instructional leader as that of advocate and decision maker. The importance of this particular role is grounded in the realization that the instructional leader articulates the vision that reflects the mission, core values, beliefs, and purpose of the educational enterprise. Additionally, the instructional leader’s role as advocate is to support the development and maintenance of high standards of performance and achievement. As decision maker and standard bearer for the enterprise, the instructional leader models the way and leads by example.
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IL-5002 - Instructional Leader as Community Conduit Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will investigate diverse leadership approaches to effective community engagement. Mastery is attained by creating a needs assessment to evaluate the strength of family, school, and community partnerships. Topics include: Professional Learning Communities, public relations, mission and vision, and instructional leadership roles and responsibilities.
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IL-7000 - The Culture of Learning Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, doctoral students will explore ways of creating a culture of learning while engaging in instructional leadership tasks. Through course activities, students will explore topics including technology integration, philosophically sound curriculum decision-making, visionary leadership traits, and curriculum management.
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IL-7001 - Leader as Advocate and Decision Maker Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will utilize various research-based leadership decision-making concepts and supervisory processes to advance teacher development and instructional practice. Emphasis will be on the educational leader as a decision-maker, supervisor, and teacher advocate to support student achievement. Additional topics will involve perceptions of leadership, instructional strategies and support, professional development, and collaboration.
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IL-7002 - Leader as Community Advocate Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Instructional leaders must forge relationships with stakeholders in the community to build effective learning organizations. In this doctoral course, students will evaluate the skills necessary to engage stakeholders in partnerships that enhance educational operations at all levels. Students will discuss methods to develop professional learning communities and evaluate the theories and research related to learning communities and instructional leadership.
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International Business |
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IB-5012 - International Economics Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Managing in the international economic environment continues to pose major challenges; therefore, it is increasingly important to understand how the complex economic linkages can impact a country’s economy. This course covers international economic topics such as absolute versus comparative advantage, trade policies, international trade and economic growth, exchanges rates, and open economy monetary policy.
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IB-5016 - Global Business Strategic Management Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course examines the strategic management of multinational corporations (MNCs),and outlines Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) trends and its economic determinants. In this course, students will appraise international business strategies that MNCs have used in emerging economies and challenges they confront in different regions by using real life case studies. The course will also identify factors contributing to foreign debt crisis and its prevention.
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IB-7012 - Global Economic Environment Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this doctoral course, you will explore international economic and trade theories and the role of global corporations. The global economic environment continues to pose major challenges; therefore, it is increasingly important to understand principles of international economic theory and international economic and financial governance institutions. You will be assessed for your critical thinking and the theoretical applications to resolve complex research issues, and problems existing in the global economic environment.
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International Education |
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IE-5001 - Introduction to Global and Comparative Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will develop the skills needed to be effective educators in a global society. Students will explore the connections between diverse education systems and evaluate various theories of comparative education. Topics include: comparative and global education, cross-national comparative analysis, global educational transfer and borrowing, and tools and instruments used in global education.
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IE-5003 - International Education Concepts and Theory Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Students will explore concepts and theories of education systems around the world, including the cultural and historical bases of these systems and the spread of educational trends across the globe. Alternative theories and definitions of development, as expressed in international education institutions, will be evaluated. Students will be required to consider the challenges of reform and unique practices in international contexts. In addition, students will integrate an understanding of diverse educational perspectives through the evaluation of worldwide educational systems.
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IE-5005 - International Organizations in Global Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will be introduced to global education organizations. Students will explore diverse organizations engaged in international education, ranging from the International Baccalaureate Program to UNESCO to NGOs, and examine key guiding initiatives and policies.
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IE-5007 - Conflict Resolution in an International Context Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will examine the conceptual underpinnings of peace and conflict resolution and the paradigmatic models of conflict resolution. Substantive inquiry into a variety of peace building approaches on local, national, and global levels will also be explored. Students will develop the knowledge and appreciation of the theoretical, conceptual, and methodological breadth of the conflict resolution in an international context.
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IE-5013 - Globalization and Educational Change Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will explore the theories and practices to effect positive global educational change. With a focus on pre-primary, primary and secondary education, students will examine practices that reflect how globalization is impacting learning and teaching. This includes gaining research practice in conducting interviews. Ultimately, students will be encouraged to act as change agents ready to examine education from a global perspective.
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IE-5021 - Education and National Development Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will explore the development of education nationally and internationally, and will make cross-national comparisons. Students will examine education in developed and emerging nations with a comparative perspective, including comparisons of school practice, teacher training, and policies that influence the provision of education, and challenges of educating citizens in transitional societies.
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IE-7001 - Introduction to Global and Comparative Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This doctoral level course introduces learners to theories of comparative education, cross-national comparative analysis, global educational transfer and borrowing, and the relation between culture and education. Through this course, learners will begin to develop the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to be effective educators of global and comparative education. Students will understand the commonalities, differences, and connections between global and comparative education, and the meaning and significance of globalization in the field of education. Learners will comprehend, through reading and class assignments, the global dimensions of several crucial contemporary issues, including the hopes of global cooperation, and the complexity of educational accountability, authority, and professionalism. This course will underline the necessity of an interdisciplinary approach to understanding these complex issues.
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IE-7003 - Culture, Society, and Education in Comparative Perspective Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will explore and analyze international and comparative education, with a focus on methods, foundational theories, and resources specific to conducting international, educational research and exploring culture, society and education with a comparative perspective.
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IE-7005 - International Organizations in Global Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will be introduced to global education organizations. Students will explore some of the diverse organizations that are engaged in international education, and learn about key guiding initiatives, policies and standards. This course also provides a good orientation for those who anticipate working with or for international organizations.
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IE-7007 - International Education Leadership Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will explore theory and practice to inform leaders in education. Students are introduced to institutions involved with the education of diverse communities as well as educational development in diverse global settings. Students will focus on building leadership skills in international education with a special emphasis on practices, strategies, and techniques that can be adapted to intercultural/multicultural contexts.
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IE-7009 - Education in Conflict and Emergencies Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this doctoral level course, students will examine the theoretical underpinnings and practical challenges of education in difficult circumstances - in the context of conflict, emergencies and in a post-conflict environment. This includes the exploration of frameworks and strategies used today by education systems as well as international organizations and NGOs that often provide such services. Students will also explore education as a development strategy, including three overarching concepts: education as protection, education as a humanitarian response, and education as post-conflict reconstruction. This course also explores the impact that conflict has on formal systems of education, and the provision of education for refugees. Students are also introduced to key strategies and techniques that are frequently cited and used by educational planners delivering education in difficult situations. In conclusion, students are asked to conduct their own research to develop a deeper understanding of education in difficult circumstances.
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IE-7013 - Globalization and Educational Change Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will examine cross-cultural efforts to effect positive global educational change. Students will also explore theories of globalization as well as practices that are effecting positive global educational change. In particular, this course looks at international education policy to solidify students’ knowledge of globalization and its impact on international education. Students will also have the opportunity to explore the impacts of globalization on the education systems at home.
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IE-7017 - International Education Concepts and Theory Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Students in this Doctoral level course will explore that underpin education systems around the world, including the cultural and historical bases of these systems and the global spread of educational trends. Alternative theories and definitions of development as expressed in international education institutions will be evaluated. Students will be required to consider the challenges of reform and unique practices in international contexts. In addition, students will integrate an understanding of diverse educational perspectives through the evaluation of worldwide educational systems.
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IE-7021 - Global Perspectives on Ethical Issues Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will address ethical issues confronting education from a global perspective, including both comparative and transnational points of view. It will address cross-border issues such as educational inequality, the role of culture, ethics in teaching, as well as how technology, economics and conflict impact ethics in education. Finally, the course will address ethical issues for teachers and educational administrators.
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Leadership in Higher Education |
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LHE-5004 - The Organization of Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will receive an introduction to the classical theories, traditional models, and contemporary readings regarding approaches and structures relative to organizational governance in higher education. Topics to be covered include organizational theory, governance models, campus climate, institutional change, and diversity.
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LHE-5005 - Exploring Legal Issues in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will develop a fundamental understanding of the importance of legal issues in higher education and their impact on individual rights and responsibilities as well as those of institutions of higher education. Topics include: academic freedom, liability for student behavior, separation of church and state, antidiscrimination statutes and academic discipline.
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LHE-5008 - Financial Issues in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course will provide students with an overview of financial issues applicable to higher education in the United States. Students will engage a broad foundation of theory, practice, research, and policy of higher education economics. Topics will include societal investment in higher education, methods of finance, costs of higher education, and budgeting concepts.
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LHE-5009 - A History of Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students are introduced to the historical origins of higher education in the United States. Significant periods in the development of higher education in this country are covered, as well as the evolution into today’s contemporary and complex system of higher education. Topics include: education models, progressive movements, federal higher education acts, community colleges, access, diversity and opportunity.
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LHE-5010 - Topics in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course explores areas of interest in higher education. Often these areas are new topics of special interest to higher education. At times, areas of higher education that are receiving attention nationally will be highlighted through this course. Students will work with faculty to create a self-directed study plan on a topic appropriate for master’s-level study.
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LHE-5011 - Leadership for Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the nuances of higher education leadership and theory. Emphasis will be given to the practical application of higher education leadership theories in the academic and administrative roles of an institution of higher education.
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LHE-5013 - The Community College Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course provides a general and introductory understanding of curricular issues in a community college setting. Students will explore issues related to the community college curriculum relative to program development and management as well as assessment.
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LHE-7100 - Leadership, Management, and Supervision in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will explore the differences between leadership, management, and supervision as a context for the entire Leadership in Higher Education (LHE) specialization. You will ground your exploration in historical leadership trends and the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. You will examine the role of shared governance as well as managing change and conflict. Theoretical and applied considerations are included in the course.
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LHE-7200 - Student Services in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
There are many functions within the area of higher education student services. You will explore these functions across the student lifecycle in a variety of delivery modalities. Some of the functions you will explore in this course include enrollment, advising, academic support, accommodations and modifications, as well as persistence and retention through to graduation. You will have the opportunity to examine these functions generally within higher education as well as specifically related to the context of your individual interests.
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LHE-7300 - Legal Issues in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Higher education institutions in the United States are bound by different legislation and regulation. There are also different types of institutional and programmatic accreditation that leaders must consider. In this course, you will explore the implications of these different accreditations, regulations, and legislation with specific attention to risk management, institutional self-studies, and issues of intellectual property across different types of institutions.
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LHE-7400 - Academic Program and Curriculum Development in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
The facilitation of learning is the core function of all institutions of higher education. As a leader in higher education, you need to know how this core function is designed and maintained. In this course, you will explore academic program planning and evaluation, theories and principles of curriculum development, assessment of student learning, and the value of open educational resources and co-curricular activities. You will be able to tailor your work in this course to your current or future institutional contexts.
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LHE-7500 - Financial Considerations in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Financial considerations in higher education can be complex. While accounting departments may be responsible for most of the details, higher education leaders need to understand the scope of the financial considerations across the institution. In this course, you will examine budget cycles and specific budgets of higher education institutions. You will explore sources of revenue, including financial aid, grants, and fundraising, and the regulations that govern these activities within higher education institutions in the United States. Throughout your examination, you will consider the role of fiscal accountability and related challenges.
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LHE-7600 - Strategic Planning and Operations in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
The operational complexity of higher education institutions grows exponentially with the size of the institution. In this course, you will investigate the typical departments and processes before examining more specific operational aspects of higher education institutions, such as human resources, data-based decision making, institutional effectiveness, environmental scanning, strategic planning, and continuous improvement. Your exploration will consider your specific interests in these topics and types of institutions.
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Learning Analytics in Higher Education |
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LAHE-7000 - Introduction to Learning and Knowledge Analytics Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Students will be introduced to the history and evolution of data analytics, which includes the identification of both early and prominent foundations of learning analytics, as well as an introduction to key theories, leading experts, useful best practices and applications in education.
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LAHE-7001 - Using Educational Data Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Students will be introduced to the role of technology and various forms of educational data which is used in learning analytics. The students will be given an overview of data mining, data integrity, data privacy and data utility. The students will become familiar with and apply popular educational data technology terms and all elements of data capture and management , such as data systems and data sources, will be covered, as well as the data mining process and other best practices to be considered in learning analytics.
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LAHE-7002 - A Macro Level Approach to Learning Analytics in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course will expose the student to various theories regarding the use and advancement of learning analytics in higher education in a broad and macro level approach. Students will engage in dialogue regarding the role of analytics in areas such as student learning and achievement, human resources, facilities, finance, research and academic affairs. Students will learn the implications for learning analytics in higher education administration, as well as those for both students and teachers. Students will learn what kinds of institutional leadership, technology capacities and infrastructure as well as human capital, learning analytic initiatives rely on and will investigate the challenges and future considerations needed for this field, as it continues to be applied in higher education.
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LAHE-7003 - Applying Learning Analytics in Higher Education Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course will expose the student to use and application of learning analytics in a very specific, micro level approach. This course will cite and discuss the historical application of learning analytics, from the early application of learning analytics in the SIGNAL studies by Purdue in 2006 to more recent applications going on throughout the country. Students will be exposed to the role of technology and learning analytics on specific student outcomes like retention memory, engagement, dropout risk identification and other targeting metrics through the review of prominent studies. Students will learn about how learning analytics is being used to improve curriculum and pedagogy as well as institutional accountability. Students will be introduced to learning analytics in current practice and how it can help administration, as well as be exposed to faculty, student, and administration perspectives regarding the process. Students will engage in a more detailed discussion of legal issues regarding learning analytics as well as other soft side dimensions of learning analytics that are needed at the institutional level such as ethics and data literacy. Students will be encouraged to plan a hypothetical learning analytics initiative based on the information they have learned.
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LAHE-7004 - Learning Analytic Tools Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course students will be provided instruction regarding the types and functions of various analytics tools. Students will be given introduced to a strategy to choosing proper analytic tools that relies on knowing the purpose and types of educational answers sought, as well as the technology infrastructure, availability of data and cost. Consideration in not only choosing, but applying the correct analytics tools cannot be overlooked, as the requirements of each tool bring pros and cons. This course will provide an introduction to various analytic tools as well as review prominent studies and applications in which educational analytic tools were used.
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LAHE-7005 - Implementing a Higher Education Learning Analytics Project Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Students will devise/design, in theory, rationale, purpose their own “theoretical” Higher Education Analytics Project following a pre-designed template provided for them. Students will be asked to follow the template with particular attention to issues of Scope, Cost, Timeliness and Utility. It will be important to adequately address the humanistic side of a learning analytics Project, such as leadership and in-house expertise. Students will also have to sufficiently address all “soft side” analytic issues such as moral, ethical and legal issues. This course is the capstone project.
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Learning Analytics in K-12 Education |
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LAK-7000 - Introduction to Learning Analytics Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Students will be introduced to the evolution of data analytics and its progression into education. Prominent theories and leaders in learning analytics will be explored. Students will learn to delineate between learner analytics, academic analytics, and data mining. This course will outline the distinction in purpose and function learning analytics plays in the K-12 environment. Students will be introduced to the historical forces responsible for driving the growth of K-12 learning analytics, such as Federal legislation, high stakes testing, increased call for accountability, reduction in resources, and an increase in commercially branded software. Students will examine potential uses in K-12 environments, as well as introduction to criteria for a successful K-12 learner analytic program and perspectives of potential key stakeholders regarding the implementation of learner analytics.
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LAK-7001 - K-12 Educational Data Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Students will be introduced to the role of technology and various forms of education data used in learning analytics. An overview of data mining with special consideration and focus of best practices to be considered in learning analytics, such as the use of Learning Analytics Software and Learning Management Systems or Course Content Systems will be included. Students will be given instruction on uses and limitations of K-12 data and discussion of relevance and practicality of data for predictive analysis in the K-12 environment. Describing the change of a “rear view” perspective from a formative assessment perspective to a predictive and forecasting view is an important part of this course.
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LAK-7002 - K-12 Analytics Decision Making: An Administrators Perspective Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course will introduce the school or system administrator to the world of Learning Analytics and how to design, chose, or model an intended project. Focus will be on aligning Learning Analytic projects to school/district priorities, needs, and areas of inquiry. This course will introduce the student to various considerations needing to be made with regard to using data analytics as a “crystal ball” and the pros and cons of doing so. Students in this course will be exposed to several early and recent applications of learning analytics in the K-12 sector and will learn to evaluate and critique each, as well as how to handle concerns from various stake holders.
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LAK-7003 - K-12 Learning Analytic Considerations Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course will address common problems, concerns, and oversights with learning analytic projects school districts and administrators may encounter. This course will comprehensively address all the soft sides of learning analytic issues needing to be addressed, especially student privacy regulations such as (FERPA) and data ownership and stewardship. Predictive analytics in K-12 with the advantages, limitations, and implementation guidelines will also be addressed. Students will engage in activities on role of using learning analytics for prediction (e.g., predicting college readiness or graduation) versus formative assessment (e.g., data used as live, real time action data to gauge performance, course correct and provide intervention) at the K-12 level. This course will expose students to many “active” K-12 learning analytic projects continually occurring.
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LAK-7004 - K-12 Analytic Tools Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, students will be provided instruction regarding the types and functions of various K-12 analytics tools. Special attention will be given to the use of K-12 statewide Student Information Systems and the integration of other types of data or multi-source data such as NAEP (National Student Clearing House data). Students will learn to select proper analytic tools depending on knowing the purpose and types of educational answers sought, as well as the technology infrastructure, availability of data, and cost. This course will provide an exploration of various analytic tools as well as review prominent studies and applications where educational analytic tools are used.
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LAK-7005 - Implementing a K-12 Analytics Project Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Students will prepare their own “theoretical” K12 Analytics Project following a pre-designed template provided for them. The project will include addressing issues of Scope, Cost, Timeliness, and Utility. It will be important to adequately address the humanistic side of a learning analytics Project, such as leadership and in-house expertise. Students will also have to sufficiently address other analytic challenges such as moral, ethical, and legal issues. This course is the capstone project for Learning Analytics K12.
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MLS-5000 - Introduction to Legal Studies Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course will provide students with a foundational understanding of the United States Legal system. Topics will cover: non-legal professionals and the roles they play in the legal system; differences in the origins of laws between judicial v. common v. legislative; and a business focus on torts and contracts.
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MLS-5100 - Legal Research and Writing I Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
You will examine the components and structure of legal cases for conformity to industry standards in this course. You will evaluate significance of legal precedence in legal writing, conduct electronic and text-based research. You review the basic types and structures of legal documents used in the practice of law.
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MLS-5260 - Legal Research and Writing II Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course is designed to assist you in advancing the legal writing and research skills needed to draft legal memorandums, Briefs in Support, Contracts and Motions. In addition to practicing your writing skills, you will examine the technical elements of different legal documents. You also will critique legal writings for content and style.
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MLS-5300 - Ethics for the Legal Professional
In this course you will examine the fundamental relationship between ethics and the legal profession. As part of your coursework, you will review rules and statues governing the legal profession. You will focus on decision making within a complex business environment where business goals may be in conflict with legal and societal concerns.
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MLS-5450 - American Constitutional Law Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will learn about the United States’ Constitution and federal laws that have an impact upon citizens and professional law entities. The role of the courts and limitations on state and local powers also will be examined.
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MLS-5470 - Civil Actions I Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course examines the actions that can be taken by professional organizations or by citizens against organizations in a civil setting. Distinctions will be made between civil and criminal actions. You will learn about related laws and policies and subsequent results such as remedies, damages and restitution.
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MLS-5480 - Criminal Actions Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course examines the actions that can be taken by professional organizations or by citizens against organizations in a criminal setting. Distinctions will be made between civil and criminal actions. The organization’s use of litigation in criminal settings or in response to criminal activities will be explored.
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MLS-5490 - Civil Actions II Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
In this course, you will examine the relevance of procedural choices in such areas as civil rights, class actions, and public law litigation. This course adds to the knowledge you obtained in Civil Actions I. Among the topics you will review the procedural issues in handling cases and the complex litigation environment.
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MLS-5800 - Advanced Topics in Torts Law Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
You will examine issues related to required compensation for intentional or unintentional torts in this course. Negligence, unforeseeable risk of harm, breech, legal and medical malpractice, causation, scope of liability, and other general considerations will be covered. You will also explore resolutions and their cultural, economic, and political implications.
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MLS-5820 - Advanced Topics in Contracts Law Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
This course will introduce you to various issues that arise when entering and enforcing contracts. The definition of a contract, types of contracts, and purposes will be analyzed. You will explore the enforcement of a contract, dispute resolution options, and contract termination.
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MLS-6000 - MLS Capstone Project Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8
Your capstone course is designed as a case based approach, grounded in literature that allows you to research and provide written analyses on topics in the legal field. You will demonstrate your ability to integrate practical skills and theoretical knowledge obtained in earlier courses. You also will complete activities that illustrate the relevant role of the paralegal or legal assistant.
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PLS-3001 - Introduction to Law Semester Credits: 2 Weeks: 11
This course provides students with an overview of the American legal system and introduces students to various legal fields and topics. Legal vocabulary and legal writing will be emphasized. This course will also provide an overview of the role of paralegals in a work environment while concentrating on the various regulations and ethical guidelines governing the work of paralegals.
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