ADM 521 Applied Administrative Concepts (3)
The course will address the administrative competencies require to be successful in the 21st century workplace and to prepare students to work effectively in a dynamic, constantly changing work environment.
ADM 535 Research Methodologies (3)
This course provides an opportunity for students to synthesize their studies and explore topics that relate to administrative and technical processes using statistical and analytical techniques. In this course, students undertake an in-depth review and critical analysis of self-selected topics in the field of administration, information technology, and related fields using qualitative and quantitative analysis in addition to other statistical techniques presented in class. Upon this course completion, students would be exposed to various analytical and statistical applications, tools and techniques for decision-making and research. Prerequisite: Successful completion of undergraduate statistics course.
ADM 545 Values and Ethics in Administration (3)
This course is designed to create an awareness and sensitivity to the values and ethical issues inherent in private and public administration decisions. The Judeo-Christian moral basis for the values and ethical practices in government and business today will be presented along with the legal requirements for complying with legislated ethical standards.
ADM 568 Changing Environment of Administration (3)
This course addresses the impacts on administrative decision-making from external environments including the political, natural, international, technical and societal environments.
ADM 680 Project Administration (3)
This course examines the technical and administrative aspects of complex projects. Students will learn the project life cycle and tools and will be able to create functional and technical requirements to plan and control projects.
ADM 699 Capstone: Applied Project (3)
The Applied Project is a supervised capstone to the master’s program. It is an independent, web-supported study with a graduate faculty mentor/instructor. The project is designed to build from knowledge gained during the program and to make connections between academic and professional work. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other coursework in program.
HRD 646 Dynamics of Change and Planning (3)
Examines how change that affects work related behavior takes place within organizations and individuals as a result of the intentional interventions of a change agent. Ways of obtaining both monetary funding and community/organizational support for innovative projects are examined.
HRD 648 Group Behavior in Organizations (3)
Emphasizes knowledge and skills necessary to build an effective team and team relationships to carry out a work related goal. Topics include person-to-person communication, small group processes, conferencing skills, networking, and coaching
HRD 652 Diversity in the Workplace (3)
Explores the training and development of a culturally sensitive work force. Examines and explores innovative techniques for dealing with institutional “isms” (e.g., sexism, ageism, etc.), as they relate to management training, conflict resolution, career development, mentoring, performance appraisals, team-building, and peer rating methods.
IT 515 Information Technology Concepts (3)
This course examines information technology in today’s organizations by presenting advanced information technology and practices. A review of the organization and evolution of technology, information technology infrastructure, and building and managing information technology will be discussed. Emphasis is placed on the way IT is used and applied to solve enterprise problems and the way technology is being implemented to meet corporate needs. Prerequisite: IT 200 or equivalent.
