May 03, 2024

Undergraduate Evening & Online Catalog 2013-2014

Undergraduate Evening & Online Catalog 2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Early Childhood Education
	EEDU 3224 - Introduction to Pre-Primary Early Childhood Education 4 Credit Hours Examines the history and philosophical background of early childhood education. Includes contemporary issues and policies relating to early childhood. Availability: Fall View textbook information.
	EEDU 3234 - Model Programs in Early Childhood Curriculum 4 Credit Hours Examines contemporary early childhood curriculum models used in American preschools serving children, ages 3 - 5 years. Availability: Fall View textbook information.
	EEDU 3264 - Family and Community Involvement in Pre-Primary Education 4 Credit Hours Emphasizes strategies to promote family and community involvement in the preschool setting. Availability: Spring View textbook information.
	EEDU 3274 - Health and Safety for Pre-Primary Education 4 Credit Hours Addresses human growth and development and contemporary health, safety and nutrition for the preschool child. Availability: Summer View textbook information.
	EEDU 4374 - Teaching the Young Pre-Primary Exceptional Child 4 Credit Hours Explores the characteristics and needs of exceptional children, ages 3 - 5. Addresses legislation, community resources and the impact on the family. Availability: Spring View textbook information.
	EEDU 4384 - Classroom Management and Guidance for the Preschool Child 4 Credit Hours Considers major theories and principles of child guidance for children ages 3 – 5, focusing on developmentally appropriate practices and discipline interventions. Availability: Summer View textbook information.
	EEDU 4394 - Advanced Foundations of Pre-Primary Child Care and Education Program Administration 4 Credit Hours Is comprised of four content areas as they apply to child-care environments: organizational leadership, personnel issues, financial and legal issues, and child care and education programming. This course is State-approved as the coursework required to qualify for a Child Care Administration Credential. Availability: Fall View textbook information.
	EEDU 4494 - Pre-K Primary Practicum in Curriculum Design and Assessment 4 Credit Hours Provides practice in selection and use of curriculum, methods and materials, as well as assessments related to early learning curriculum standards in pre-K through primary classrooms. 16 hours of FE are required. Availability: Fall View textbook information.
Organizational Management
	EORM 3904 - Conflict Coaching Skills 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course presents a specialized coach-to-client process whereby students are taught to be an effective conflict coach. Students will apply various models and case studies to develop their coaching skills in order to resolve difficult conflicts on an individual level. The knowledge gained from this course will be especially beneficial to managers, human resources professionals, and leaders within the organization. View textbook information.
	EORM 4094 - Advanced Web Technologies for Leaders 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course explores contemporary web technologies used by organizational leaders and individuals desiring to increase their outreach, manage their online reputation, and be found by search engines. The course studies web technologies such as blogs, web video, local and mobile web pages, and online social media sites as communication and marketing tools. Students will implement web technology strategies within a framework organized around content creation, communication systems, and online social networks. In this hands-on course each student learns, step-by-step, the process to build a personal blog; this in turn gives them skills to do the same for an organization. View textbook information.
	ORM 3014 - Group and Organizational Behavior 4 Credit Hours This course will examine the interaction of individuals and groups in organizations and the ways in which they affect organizational effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on group dynamics, decision-making, and conflict management, and students will develop strategies for efficient and productive group management. Prerequisite: Complete all General Education coursework, and meet with your Advisor. Availability: Orlando: Fall, A term/Spring, B term View textbook information.
	ORM 3054 - Business English 4 Credit Hours Introduction to the writing of business documentation for the industrial workplace: the sequential steps in the formatting, structuring, organization, and writing of business documents. Documentation under review will include business emails, memos, faxes, letters, reports, resumes, and application letters, and may include documents of web or graphic design. Practice in appropriate style and tone for business documentation, correspondence etiquette, and sensitivity to ‘bad news’ messages. Review of proper grammar, vocabulary, and usage as is appropriate to business writing. Development of accurate, unbiased, first or third person authorship. Prerequisite: Complete all General Education coursework, and meet with your Advisor. Availability: Orlando: Fall, A term/Summer, A term View textbook information.
	ORM 3064 - Positive Workplace Development 4 Credit Hours (Elective) Making a difference is a vital part of meaningful work. Positive psychology serves as the foundation for this practical, solution-focused course. Using the findings of positive psychology research, you will examine the potential of strength-based leadership, resilience, emotional intelligence, self-efficacy wisdom, courage altruism, gratitude, forgiveness, and appreciative inquiry as essential elements in creating a better workplace. Timeless biblical principles will serve as the anchor for exploring the effectiveness and application of the essential elements for positive workplace development. View textbook information.
	ORM 3144 - Organizational Management 4 Credit Hours Examines the functions of an organization. Learners study basic principles of management and analyze and solve organizational problems using a step-by-step method. The course covers material comprising the theory, research, and practice of management. It examines the functions of any organization and analyzes organizations based on systems models. Prerequisite: Complete all General Education coursework, and meet with your Advisor. Availability: Orlando: Fall, B term/Summer, B term View textbook information.
	ORM 3154 - Organizational Leadership 4 Credit Hours Prepares the student to lead effectively in the modern organization. This course introduces the basic principles and theories of leadership, motivational theory, importance of communication, and current and future trends. The student will assess, discuss, and learn how to apply his or her own styles of leadership in the workplace and community. Prerequisite: ORM 3014 , ORM 3224 , ORM 3054 and ORM 3144 .Online course equivalents (E-prefix) are included. Availability: Orlando: Spring, A term View textbook information.
	ORM 3204 - Exploring Consulting in HRD/OD 4 Credit Hours (Elective) Examines the skills required to get your expertise used in the practice of HRD/OD and how to maximize your effectiveness in bringing about the development of individuals, teams, organizations, and careers. The course explores how organizational goals, objectives, and strategies are met using the consulting skills required for successful HRD/OD interventions. It demonstrates the changes trainers go through to make the transition from classroom trainer/facilitator to internal or external consultant. It illustrates the shift from having known solutions to collaborating with the client to devise heretofore unknown solutions to unknown problems. View textbook information.
	ORM 3214 - Introduction to Adult Education and Human Resource Development 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course introduces students to the theories of learning and cognition, adult learning, instructional methods, and program design and evaluation as they apply to the corporate training environment. View textbook information.
	ORM 3224 - Career Assessment & Planning 4 Credit Hours Adult career development: past, present and future. Career and personal patterns examined and reviewed, and goals assessed through exercises and activities. Future trends examined in relation to changing careers and life-styles. Prerequisite: Complete all General Education coursework, and meet with your Advisor. Availability: Orlando: Spring, A term View textbook information.
	ORM 3234 - Contemporary Issues in Business 4 Credit Hours (Elective) Provides students with an understanding of the issues affecting business today, why these issues create stress in people, and practical solutions for use on the job to help overcome the stress. Some of the issues studied are reduced supervision; team culture; quality focus; downsizing; mergers and acquisitions; globalization; and innovative pay strategies. View textbook information.
	ORM 3264 - Statistics 4 Credit Hours (Elective) Provides the learner with a basic understanding of the research concepts and statistical methods needed in management. Emphasizes understanding statistical concepts, relating those concepts to work situations, problem solving, and interpreting and communicating results in a professional manner. View textbook information.
	ORM 3274 - Strategies for Personal Success 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course explores specific components of personal and professional leadership success. Topics include: Contemporary leadership qualities, personal and professional goal setting, developing a personal/professional mission statement and exploring one’s personal character development. Availability: Orlando: Spring, B term View textbook information.
	ORM 3284 - Mediating Organizational Conflict 4 Credit Hours This course examines definitions of conflict, conflict resolution processes, and communication strategies and skills to be able to effectively resolve conflict in an organizational setting. In addition, work-related case studies will be used in order to apply and understand the mediation process. Prerequisite: ORM 4064 , ORM 3154 , ORM 4074 and ORM 4184 .Online course equivalents (E-prefix) are included. Availability: Orlando: Spring, A term View textbook information.
	ORM 3294 - Basic Investment Skills 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course provides students with an understanding of key elements associated with equity and fixed-income decision-making. The relationship between investment selection and investorÕs expected return/risk/time horizon is stressed. This course will discuss investment basics, practices, and the external environment. Specific attention in relation to individual and institutional investment is discussed in relation to mutual funds. View textbook information.
	ORM 3314 - Entrepreneurship 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course is the study of Entrepreneurship (organizing and managing a business, assuming the risk for the sake of the profit). Topics include the history of the entrepreneurial spirit, case studies of entrepreneurs (their successes and failures), and strategies for entrepreneurial success. Major components of a Business Plan will be discussed and practiced. View textbook information.
	ORM 3334 - The Organization of the Future 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course explores the design and leadership of contemporary and future organizations. The organization of the 21st century is examined with an emphasis on the awareness that people are the key factor in organizational effectiveness. Factors such as rapidly accelerating technology, global competition, changing demographics, and workplace attitudes are also examined for their roles in shaping organizations. View textbook information.
	ORM 3374 - Cultural Studies and the Workplace 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course is designed to address the significance and relevance of the cultures of peoples from diverse backgrounds and ethnic groups on management practice in the workplace. The course will address the origins and scope of national and ethnic culture, its relevance to, and influence on the organization, as well as the challenges it poses to human resource management. Discussion and learning will include local multi-national, international, and same-site multiethnic perspectives. View textbook information.
	ORM 4001 - Cultural & International Management 1 Credit Hours (Elective) This course is centered on the challenges for international management practice; and the application of management models and human resource management policy in a global or cross-cultural environment. It will utilize an international interactive experiential perspective attained through travel to various countries. Learners will explore various organizations and cultural sites and develop a project, find imaginative alternatives for management strategies in an international environment. Personal reflection is required for the course. Students must register for the course in order to travel. Note: Students can repeat this course up to three (3) times for a total of three (3) credits throughout their ORM program. Travel will include a different international destination each year. Credits earned in this course can be applied as elective credit to the 120 required credit hours for graduation. View textbook information.
	ORM 4024 - Balancing Work and Life 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course will systematically examine the role of work/life programs within organizations and how they can be utilized to effectively support the achievement of an organization’s strategic goals and objectives. Evaluation, design, selection, and operation of various programs will be covered, and application of policies and procedures to real situations will be used. Availability: Orlando: Fall, B term View textbook information.
	ORM 4034 - Faith and Culture 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course will help the student to understand the basic concepts of the Christian faith, how it may relate across cultures, and how its expression will vary while its message remains unchanged. Students will be challenged to understand and appreciate the differences in culture and how to relate and communicate effectively across those cultural differences. In addition, the Christian faith will be contrasted to other worldviews in order to equip students with the tools needed so that they may be able to interact with others in the world. Gain an awareness and sensitivity for cultural issues that influence religious expression. Synthesize and discuss current trends in faith and worldview expression. Examine how faith expressions affect personal and professional experiences across cultures. Realize the need to engage others through servanthood and faith discussions as a mission to the world. View textbook information.
	ORM 4044 - Global Management 4 Credit Hours This course explores the management design and leadership of contemporary and future organizations. The organization of the 21st century is examined with an emphasis on awareness that human resources are a key factor in organizational effectiveness. Influential factors such as multiculturalism; national, ethnic, and organizational culture, global competition, changing demographics and workplace attitudes will also be examined for the impact they have in shaping organizational management practice. Prerequisite: ORM 4064 , ORM 3154 , ORM 4074 and ORM 4184 . Online course equivalents (E-prefix) are included. Availability: Orlando: Fall, A term/Summer, A term View textbook information.
	ORM 4064 - Effective Interpersonal Relationships 4 Credit Hours A study of communication and relationships in creating a productive work environment. Readings and exercises in nonverbal communication, constructive feedback, dealing with anger, and resolving conflict. Prerequisite: ORM 3014 , ORM 3224 , ORM 3054 and ORM 3144 . Online course equivalents (E-prefix) are included. Availability: Orlando: Fall, B term/Summer, B term View textbook information.
	ORM 4074 - Budget and Analysis 4 Credit Hours This course introduces students to the organizational budgeting and analysis process. Students gain an understanding of budgeting and analysis terminology, and they develop basic budgeting and analysis skills. Students learn the foundations of budgetary need, budget planning, budget preparation, content of control documents, and budget management. In addition, students gain a fundamental understanding of financial statements, financial ratios, and their application to the budgetary process. Prerequisite: ORM 3014 , ORM 3224 , ORM 3054 and ORM 3144 . Online course equivalents (E-prefix) are included. Availability: Orlando: Fall, B term View textbook information.
	ORM 4084 - Dynamics of Change 4 Credit Hours (Elective) Focuses on the methods and techniques needed to make organizational change successful and identification of obstacles to organizational change. Provides leaders with the knowledge needed to plan and initiate change. View textbook information.
	ORM 4154 - Study in HR Law 4 Credit Hours (Elective) This course addresses both historical and contemporary applications of law to employment issues in the workplace. Example issues include employment-at-will, unionization, discrimination and civil rights, sexual harassment, “reasonable accommodation”, health and safety, and affirmative action. View textbook information.
	ORM 4184 - Human Resource Management 4 Credit Hours The policies and practices of recruitment, selection, training, development, and compensation of employees, as these affect social and economic life. Case studies are used. Prerequisite: ORM 3014 , ORM 3224 , ORM 3054 and ORM 3144 . Online course equivalents (E-prefix) are included. Availability: Orlando: Spring, A term View textbook information.
	ORM 4264 - Skill-based Management 4 Credit Hours (Elective) Based on a framework of accepted organizational behavior and management theories, this course provides prospective managers with the personal, interpersonal, and group skills necessary to cultivate and implement good ideas in organizations. Concentrating on nine fundamental management skills, the learning model parallels the four requirements for personal and organizational change: accepting the need to change, understanding what to change, committing to and practicing change, and applying change. View textbook information.
	ORM 4294 - Values: Personal and Social 4 Credit Hours This capstone course focuses on ethical issues confronted by individuals carrying out their personal, social and professional responsibilities specifically in leadership roles. Students are engaged in ethical reflection on issues that arise in many aspects of the contemporary workplace. The application of moral concepts to practical ethical decision-making and values in leadership is stressed. This course has an interdisciplinary focus, drawing upon the insights of scholars from many different fields of study, including philosophy, psychology, communication, religion, public administration, political science, and organizational behavior. Students should find the information in this course useful regardless of their academic background or particular leadership position. Prerequisite: ORM 4064 , ORM 3154 , ORM 4074 and ORM 4184 . Online course equivalents (E-prefix) are included. Availability: Orlando: Spring, B term View textbook information.
	ORM 4811 - Independent Project in Organizational Management 1-6 Credit Hours (Elective) Learner-proposed project involving the study of a limited subject area described in a learning contract negotiated by the learner with a faculty member who accepts responsibility for guidance and evaluation. Approval by the dean of the school is required. View textbook information.
	ORM 4812 - Independent Project in Organizational Management 1-6 Credit Hours (Elective) Learner-proposed project involving the study of a limited subject area described in a learning contract negotiated by the learner with a faculty member who accepts responsibility for guidance and evaluation. Approval by the dean of the school is required. View textbook information.
	ORM 4813 - Independent Project in Organizational Management 1-6 Credit Hours (Elective) Learner-proposed project involving the study of a limited subject area described in a learning contract negotiated by the learner with a faculty member who accepts responsibility for guidance and evaluation. Approval by the dean of the school is required. View textbook information.
	ORM 4814 - Independent Project in Organizational Management 1-6 Credit Hours (Elective) Learner-proposed project involving the study of a limited subject area described in a learning contract negotiated by the learner with a faculty member who accepts responsibility for guidance and evaluation. Approval by the dean of the school is required. View textbook information.
	ORM 4816 - Independent Project in Organizational Management 1-6 Credit Hours (Elective) Learner-proposed project involving the study of a limited subject area described in a learning contract negotiated by the learner with a faculty member who accepts responsibility for guidance and evaluation. Approval by the dean of the school is required. View textbook information.
General Education For all evening programs (MIN, ORM and PSY)
	GART 2312 - Art Appreciation 2 Credit Hours Interpretation of the visual arts for development of effective criteria for judgment and enjoyment of art in general. Availability: Orlando: Fall only. (Not available to Main Campus, Wellington Campus, Online students.) View textbook information.
	GBUS 2813 - American Free Enterprise 3 Credit Hours This course will apply classical economic theories and principles in an evaluation of the American free enterprise system. Philosophical worldviews as well as current macroeconomic and microeconomic concepts and issues will be presented and discussed to provide a basis for evaluating the performance of the U.S. economy. Availability: Main: Fall, A and B Terms; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, B Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, On Demand. Orlando: Spring, A Term. Wellington: Fall, B Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	GCIS 1103 - Introduction to Technology I 3 Credit Hours This course provides an introduction to and instruction in the use of eCollege, e-mail, myPBA, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Students gain hands-on experience with practical projects and lab exercises suitable for coursework, professional purposes, and personal use. The student is required to complete the course during the first semester of enrollment. The student must earn a grade of “C-” or higher. Availability: Main: Fall, A and B Term; Spring, A and B Term; Summer, A Term. Online: Fall, A and B Term; Spring B Term; Summer, A Term. Orlando: Fall, B Term. Wellington: Fall, B Term; Spring A Term; Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	GCOM 1203 - Oral Communication 3 Credit Hours Study of the oral communicative process by providing experience in various types of speaking situations. Emphasis on organization of material and the body and voice as media. Availability: Main: Fall, B Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, A Term; Spring, On Demand; Summer, A Term. Orlando: Spring, B Term. Wellingto: Fall, On Demand; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	GENG 1093 - Academic English I 3 Credit Hours Introduction to sentence structure and grammaticality as is appropriate to academic writing. Development of reading comprehension as a concomitant skill to academic writing. Review of the Parts of Speech and the interrelation of these parts, for the construction of syntactically sound clauses. Review of the Verb System (tense, aspect, voice, and mood). Introduction to fragments, comma splices, run-on sentences, faulty parallels, and other forms of malformed clauses. Introduction to proper use of punctuation. Analysis and understanding of frequent error domains such as: subject-verb agreement, use of articles and demonstratives, adjectival and adverbial usage, pronominal usage, pronoun-antecedent agreement, and reference. Students must earn a grade of “C-” or better in order to receive credit in this course. Availability: Main: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term. Online: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term. Orlando: Fall, Spring, and Summer, A Term. Wellington: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term. View textbook information.
	GENG 1123 - Composition I 3 Credit Hours Introduction to academic expository prose with emphasis placed upon the writing process: defining and developing topics, organizing information and writing drafts, and revising and editing to practice the fundamentals of expository structure and style. Practice in the application of rhetorical patterns as well as review of grammar. Also includes practice in the fundamental techniques of writing and revision on the word processor. Availability: Main: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term. Online: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term. Orlando: Spring, A Term. Wellington: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term. View textbook information.
	GENG 1193 - Academic English II 3 Credit Hours Continuation of sentence structure and grammatically with a view to the expansion of sentences into paragraphs and coherent and cohesive text. Introduction to semantics (discrete meanings of words in context) and word choice (proper word for one’s intended meaning). Continuation of the use of the Verb System and how verbal tense, aspect, voice, and mood impact the semantics of a text. Introduction to the use of transitions and the manipulation of punctuation to alter meaning. Introduction to the APA system of citation for academic writing. Training in the editing and proofreading of written text. Students must earn a grade of “C-” or better in order to receive credit in this course. Prerequisite: GENG 1093 . Availability: Main: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, B Term. Online: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, B Term. Orlando: Fall, Spring, and Summer, B Term. Wellington: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer B Term. View textbook information.
	GENG 1223 - Composition II 3 Credit Hours Intermediate expository and argumentative prose with emphasis placed on refining analytical reading skills, developing an informed approach to the research paper, and applying the rules and conventions of English prose. Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better in Composition I. Availability: Main: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, B Term. Online: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, B Term. Orlando: Spring, B Term. Wellington: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer B Term. Note: Composition I and Composition II must be completed sequentially within the same registration period. In order to fulfill the requirement of the courses in the university core, students must earn at least a “C-” in each course. View textbook information.
	GHUM 1013 - Humanities I 3 Credit Hours Origins to 1000 A.D. First course of the humanities sequence, covering prehistory to 1000 A.D. Examines the roots of world civilization (with emphasis on western civilization), the founding of major world religions in China, India and the Western World, and the origins of literary and cultural expression. Focusing on the reading of primary texts, topics covered include Mesopotamian and Egyptian civilization, the emergence of Chinese and Indian culture, Classical Greece, the Roman Republic and Empire, and Byzantium. Readings may include: Homer, the Greek Playwrights, Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Einhard, Beowulf, Buddhist and Hindu texts and the Bible. Availability: Main: Fall, A Term; Spring A Term; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, On Demand. Orlando: Fall, B Term. Wellington: Fall, A Term; Spring A Term; Summer A Term. View textbook information.
	GHUM 1023 - Humanities II 3 Credit Hours 1000 A.D. to 1700 A.D. Second course of the humanities sequence treats world history, literature, philosophy and art spanning from A.D. 1000-1700. The course will examine the emergence and development of Arabic culture within the context of the rise of Islam. In the Western world, the medieval period will be explored as both a recovery of classical antiquity and the integration of secular learning with sacred doctrine. Key issues treated in the Renaissance will include the renewal of skepticism, the beginnings of modern physical science, and the splintering of Christendom with the Reformation. Focusing on the reading of primary texts, readings may include Aquinas, Dante, Luther, and Shakespeare. Prerequisite: GHUM 1013 Availability: Main: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. Orlando: Spring, A Term. Wellington: Fall, B Term; Spring A Term; Summer, B Term. View textbook information.
	GHUM 1033 - Humanities III 3 Credit Hours 1700 A.D. to Present Third course of the humanities sequence: the modern and contemporary world (1700 to the present). Examines absolutism, the age of reason, political revolutions, industrial beginnings, development of democratic government, imperialism, the world wars, the gaining of independence of formerly colonial territories [as, e.g. Africa, India, South America], modernism and post-modernism, the post-Cold-War world; emphasis will be placed on key political, social, philosophical, scientific, ideological or cultural themes that shaped this time period. Focusing on the reading of primary texts, readings may include Rousseau, Voltaire, Romantic poets, Marx, Russian Realists, Modernist philosophy and psychology, Experimentation in literature, Existentialist writings, Post-Colonial studies [as e.g. Achebe, Spivak]. Prerequisite: GHUM 1013 and GHUM 1023 Availability: Main: Fall, B Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, B Term. Orlando: Spring, B Term. Wellington:Fall, A Term; Spring, On Demand; Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	GMAT 1803 - Survey of Finite Mathematics 3 Credit Hours Introduction to logic and set theory, elementary linear algebra, introduction to linear programming, elementary probability. Availability: Main: Fall, A Term; Spring, On Demand; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, On Demand; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. Orlando: Summer, B Term. Wellington: Fall, On Demand; Spring, A Term; Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	GMUS 2312 - Music Appreciation 2 Credit Hours Survey of the development of music from pre-Bach to the modern period. Provides opportunity for listening to recordings illustrative of various periods and videotapes of concerts and operas. Availability: Main: Fall, A Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. Orlando: Fall, B Term. Wellington: Fall, On Demand; Spring, B Term; Summer, A Term. View textbook information.
	GPHE 1091 - Lifetime Fitness 1 Credit Hours This course offers a survey of the components and benefits of physical fitness, especially as it relates to Christian and biblical principles. Health-related issues with attention to fitness assessment will also be examined. Availability: Main: Fall, A Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, A Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. Orlando: Fall, B Term. Wellington: Fall, On Demand; Spring, B Term; Summer, A Term. View textbook information.
	GPLS 1343 - American Federal Government 3 Credit Hours This foundations course will provide an analysis of the roles of the U.S. Congress, the U.S. Presidency, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Special emphasis will be placed on the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. Additional topics include public opinion, pressure groups, political parties, and the election process. Availability: Main: Fall, Spring, and Summer, On Demand. Online: Not available. Orlando: Summer, A Term. Wellington: Fall, B Term; Spring and Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	GPSY 2133 - General Psychology 3 Credit Hours Explores the fundamental issues of psychology as a science, including scientific methods of inquiry, physiology of behavior, learning, motivation, psychological disorders and human development across the life span. Provides a practical understanding of the sub-fields of psychology and enables the student to pursue professional areas of interest. Availability: Main: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term. Online: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term. Orlando: Fall and Summer, A Term. Wellington: Offered on demand. View textbook information.
	GPSY 2533 - Social Psychology 3 Credit Hours This course examines multiple psychological processes such as attitudes, motivation, emotions and perception and their influences on social behavior with an emphasis on implications for Christian living. Availability: Main: Spring and Summer, A Term. Online: Spring and Summer, A Term. View textbook information.
	GREL 1013 - Exploring the Bible 3 Credit Hours This course is designed to acquaint the student with the biblical metanarrative and to enhance the student’s appreciation of this narrative as both formative and normative for life. Focus will dwell on God’s interaction with humanity and his desire for a relationship with his creation. Attention will be given to the theological content and intent of the narrative and to its present-day significance. Availability: Main: Fall, A and B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer B Term. Online: Fall, A and B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, A Term. Orlando: Spring, B Term. Wellington: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	GREL 4003 - Christian Values & Biblical Faith 3 Credit Hours This course is designed to assist students in determining what it means to live out Christian values in light of the biblical metanarrative, and in particular the life of Christ. Attention will be given to contemporary cultural contexts and to current social/ethical issues. Throughout the course sound critical thinking skills will be emphasized. The course will culminate in an assignment in which students articulate their life mission and vocation in the light of their particular values. Prerequisite: GREL 1013 Availability: Main: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer B Term. Online: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, B Term. Orlando: Fall and Summer, A Term. Wellington: Fall, B Term; Spring, B Term; Summer, B Term. View textbook information.
	GSCI 1013 - Introduction to Oceanography 3 Credit Hours A survey course designed to introduce students to the scientific study of the sea: the nature of its floor, the movement of its waters and their chemical make-up, the plants and animals that call the sea home, and the usefulness and dangers of the sea for humans. Availability: Main: Fall, B Term; Spring, On Demand; Summer, B Term. Online: Not Available. Wellington: Fall, On Demand; Spring, On Demand; Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	GSCI 1333 - Introduction to Natural Science 3 Credit Hours This course introduces the student to the general concepts in science, including physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth science, and biology. Lessons will incorporate a Christian worldview so as to demonstrate the supremacy of Christ in the world He has created as reflected in the natural sciences. Availability: Main: Fall, On Demand; Spring, On Demand; Summer, On Demand. Online: Fall, A Term; Spring, On Demand; Summer, On Demand. Orlando: Spring, A Term. Wellington: Fall, On Demand; Spring, B Term; Summer, On Demand. View textbook information.
	MIN 2003 - Foundations for Christian Ministry 3 Credit Hours This course examines the biblical and theological foundations for ministry, giving particular attention to the issues of calling, gifting and character in the life of a minister. Additionally, students are introduced to the various fields of study within the School of Ministry and the skills necessary for success on the part of students majoring in the school. Availability: Main: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term. Online: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term (On Demand). Orlando: Fall, A Term. View textbook information.
	ORM 1003 - Leadership for Academic Success 3 Credit Hours This course provides an introduction to leadership and how personal leadership must be applied to successful in academic life. Adult learners will learn the uniqueness of the PBA and MSL cultures and the academic policies required within the program. They will learn how to self-manage their own degree program including their PEC applications. They will be introduced to academic writing requirements and study skills essential for college level performance. Within this course they will learn how to connect to all resources needed to increase their success as students and their development as leaders. Availability: Main: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term ONLY. Wellington: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term ONLY. Online: Fall, A Term; Spring, A Term; Summer, A Term ONLY. Orlando: Spring and Summer A-term. View textbook information.
Ministry
	MIN 2043 - Spiritual Formation 3 Credit Hours A foundational course that explores the history of spirituality and the dynamics of spiritual development in the Christian life. Students examine and practice select spiritual disciplines that Christians over the centuries have found transformational for their spiritual development. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 and GENG 1123 . (With advisor approval, EMIN 2043 does not require the Introduction to Technology I prerequisite.) Availability: Main: Fall, B Term. Online: Spring, B Term. Orlando: Fall, B Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 2413 - Principles of Christian Leadership 3 Credit Hours Designed with the emerging leader in mind, this course focuses on the important role of knowledge, skills, and character with respect to leadership effectiveness. Students will explore principles of self-leadership, examine and develop core leadership competencies, and discover how to function effectively as part of a larger leadership team. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 and GENG 1123 . (With advisor approval, EMIN 2413 does not require the Introduction to Technology I prerequisite.) Availability: Main: Spring, B Term. Online: Spring, A Term. Orlando: Fall, B Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3043 - Exploring the Old Testament 3 Credit Hours A study of the content, background, genre, and canonicity of the Old Testament and its relationship to the entire biblical narrative. The focus is to acquaint the student with the central theme and personal application of each book. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: Fall, A Term. Online: Fall, B Term. Orlando: Summer, B Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3053 - Exploring the New Testament 3 Credit Hours A study of the content, background, genre, and canonicity of the New Testament and its relationship to the entire biblical narrative. The focus is to acquaint the student with the central theme and personal application of each book. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: Fall, B Term. Online: Spring, B Term. Orlando: Summer, A Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3083 - Interpreting the Bible 3 Credit Hours This course is designed to teach students to recognize and develop valid interpretations and applications from the various sections of the Bible. The course will emphasize the methods and practice of scriptural interpretation. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: Spring, A Term. Online: Fall, A Term. Orlando: Spring, B Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3093 - Inner City Church 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of ministries of churches and church-related agencies in diverse cultural contexts. An examination of the uniqueness of pastoral care, preaching style, and hermeneutics within a cross-cultural, inner-city context. Attention is given to social and dynamic structures to challenge urban ministry, resources for theological reflection, and transformational practice. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 3103 - History of Christianity 3 Credit Hours An introduction to the history of Christianity covering the major people, movements, institutions, and events of the Church from its founding by Jesus Christ to the present. This course examines the unique ways Christianity has shaped and been shaped by its environment, the rich diversity of its expressions through the ages, and the significant purpose it fulfills in the society and the world. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: Spring, B Term. Online: Even Summers, A Term. Orlando: Fall, A Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3123 - Old Testament Prophets and Prophecy 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of the prophets of ancient Israel and the prophetic books of the Old Testament. Particular attention is given to the historical, literary, sociological, and theological issues encountered when studying Old Testament Prophets. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , GENG 1223 , MIN 3043 and MIN 3083 or Approval of Instructor Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 3213 - Jesus 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , GENG 1223 , MIN 3053 and MIN 3083 Availability: Main: On Demand. Orlando: Spring, A Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3253 - Paul 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of the life and letters of the apostle Paul. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , GENG 1223 , MIN 3053 and MIN 3083 Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 3303 - Homiletics 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of the background and basic techniques of sermon preparation and delivery. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , GENG 1223 , and MIN 3083 Availability: Main: Even Summers, B Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3323 - African American Religious Experience 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of the historical, sociological and spiritual pilgrimage of African Americans from slavery into contemporary life and the suppositions of African American religious life which help shape the social and contextual hegemony of the African American community. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 3373 - Evangelism and Apologetics 3 Credit Hours A study of the biblical and theological basis for evangelism and apologetics in contemporary ministry. The course includes an examination of the content of the gospel, the imperative of the Great Commission, the value of evidential and propositional apologetics, and strategies for evangelism and apologetics for individual Christians and churches. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: Fall, A Term. Online: Fall, B Term. Orlando: Spring, A Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3503 - World Religions 3 Credit Hours A study of the essential character of religion, its meaning and significance in human experience, and a critical study of the major world religions along with an attempt to assess their social significance and comparison with Christianity. (This course meets the general education requirements for a global elective.) Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: Spring, A Term. Online: Fall, A Term. Orlando: Spring, B Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 3783 - Life & Thought of Martin Luther King, Jr. 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of the life and thought of Martin Luther King, Jr. focusing on his contribution to Christian theology and ethics through his leadership role in the Civil Rights Movement. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 4023 - A History of Christianity in America 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) An examination of the relationship between Christianity and culture in American history, the impact Christianity has had on America as well as the way American culture has shaped Christian religious expressions in America. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 4063 - Church in Society 3 Credit Hours A study of the social issues facing church and society today. Among others, issues include urbanization, multiculturalism, racism, pluralism, and gender. The course will examine how these issues help to influence the social and religious teachings of the church in postmodern society. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: Spring, B Term. Online: Spring, A Term. Orlando: Summer, A Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 4093 - Systematic Theology 3 Credit Hours A survey of the major Christian doctrines. Students will be exposed to the biblical and contemporary issues concerning the Bible, God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, mankind, the church, end times, and other theological issues. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , GENG 1223 , and MIN 3083 Availability: Main: Fall, A Term. Online: Spring, A Term. Orlando: Summer, B Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 4103 - Ministerial Care 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of the general theory and practice of ministerial care as it relates to the local church and individuals performing the caring tasks of ministry. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: Odd Summers, B Term. Online: Even Springs, B Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 4113 - Urban Justice Issues 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) An examination of contemporary interpretations of justice/injustice in relation to urban (domestic and international) life. An exploration of the implications of theories of justice for public policy with a focus on ministry. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 4123 - Islam 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A thorough examination of the religion of Islam from the standpoint of its origins, historical development, sacred literature, beliefs, ethics, calendar, and practices. Attention will also be given to the variations of Islam related to sects and geography, the impact of Islam on world events, and avenues of effective Christian witness to Muslims. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 4133 - New Testament Topics 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) An exegetical or theological study of the New Testament, a particular New Testament writing, author, literary tradition, or theme. The course may be repeated if content of course is different. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , GENG 1223 , MIN 3053 , and MIN 3083 or Approval of Instructor Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 4213 - Education in the Church 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) A study of the historical development of educational thought and expression focusing on emerging educational theories and practices that have influenced Christian education. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: Main: On Demand. Online: Odd Summers, A Term. View textbook information.
	MIN 4303 - Church Development 3 Credit Hours (Elective Course) An examination of the theological rationale for discipleship, evangelism, and church growth. The course examines the nature of the church as the people of God, and its mission in the local and global community. The course seeks to ground contemporary evangelistic and church growth models within biblical and theological foundations. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MIN 4403 - Theology and Ethics of Ministry 3 Credit Hours A capstone course, which examines the ethics of Christian ministry in the context of the local church and community. The life of the minister as servant and leader is examined in light of the previous units of study. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 ; Senior Standing Availability: Main: Fall, B Term. Online: Odd Springs, B Term. Orlando: Spring, B term. View textbook information.
	MIN 4713 - Practicum in Ministry 3 Credit Hours Enables you to learn about and acquire practical experience in an area of ministry related to the major or minor you are pursuing in the School of Ministry. (Majors: Cross-Cultural Studies and Ministry; Minor: Student Ministries). This course integrates hands-on experience in ministry (“field service”), in-class analysis of ministry experience, discussion of the practice and ethics of ministry, and academic assignments (reading and written projects). Field placement is arranged by the student in consultation with the faculty advisor. Areas of field placement may be, among others, pastoral ministry, youth ministry, Christian education ministry, para-church organization, and cross-cultural ministry. Prerequisite: GCIS 1103 , GENG 1123 , and GENG 1223 ; Senior Standing Availability: Spring, full term; Summer, full term View textbook information.
	MINV 3101 - Selected Topics in Ministry 1-4 Credit Hours (Elective Course) Intensive Study of a topic, which provides students an opportunity to study in areas other than those elsewhere defined. Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MINV 3102 - Selected Topics in Ministry 1-4 Credit Hours (Elective Course) Intensive Study of a topic, which provides students an opportunity to study in areas other than those elsewhere defined. Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MINV 3103 - Selected Topics in Ministry 1-4 Credit Hours (Elective Course) Intensive Study of a topic, which provides students an opportunity to study in areas other than those elsewhere defined. Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
	MINV 3104 - Selected Topics in Ministry 1-4 Credit Hours (Elective Course) Intensive Study of a topic, which provides students an opportunity to study in areas other than those elsewhere defined. Availability: On Demand View textbook information.
Psychology
	PSY 2113 - Marriage & Family Dynamics 3 Credit Hours A study of dating, courtship, engagement, marriage, roles, parenthood, dysfunctions, divorce, and changing definitions of family. Biblical, historical, and sociological and psychological perspectives are used, while emphasizing practical applications. Availability: Orlando: Fall, B term View textbook information.
	PSY 2133 - General Psychology 3 Credit Hours Surveys the major sub-disciplines of psychology as a science and as a helping profession, including physiology of behavior, learning, motivation, and abnormal and social psychology. Provides a reasonable understanding of the field; enables the student to follow up in areas of interests. Includes Christian perspective of psychology. Note: (Prerequisite for all other psychology courses.) View textbook information.
	PSY 2183 - Life Span Development 3 Credit Hours Focuses on human growth and development throughout the life cycle. Examines normal developmental stages with emphasis on the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional processes. Prerequisite: PSY 2133 Availability: Orlando: Spring, A term View textbook information.
	PSY 3004 - Principles of Statistics & Research Design I 4 Credit Hours The course is the first of a two-semester sequence that presents a thorough review of the methodologies common to the field of psychology and affiliated sciences. Course goals will include the development of a research question culminating in an empirical research project proposal. Topics include collection and analysis of data, with a focus on non-experimental methods and descriptive statistics. Students who enroll in this course must register for Principles of Statistics & Research Design - II (Psychology 3014) for the following semester. Prerequisite: MAT 1803 or MAT 1853, and PSY 2133 Availability: Orlando: Spring, A term View textbook information.
	PSY 3013 - Procedures in Counseling 3 Credit Hours This course is a general introduction to the field of Christian counseling. Secular and Christian presuppositions are contrasted, the process of counseling is explored, specific counseling techniques are examined and practiced for handling a wide array of common presenting problems. Prerequisite: PSY 2133 , PSY 3123 Availability: Orlando: Summer, B term View textbook information.

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EEDU 3224 - Introduction to Pre-Primary Early Childhood Education

EEDU 3234 - Model Programs in Early Childhood Curriculum

EEDU 3264 - Family and Community Involvement in Pre-Primary Education

EEDU 3274 - Health and Safety for Pre-Primary Education

EEDU 4374 - Teaching the Young Pre-Primary Exceptional Child

EEDU 4384 - Classroom Management and Guidance for the Preschool Child

EEDU 4394 - Advanced Foundations of Pre-Primary Child Care and Education Program Administration

EEDU 4494 - Pre-K Primary Practicum in Curriculum Design and Assessment

EORM 3904 - Conflict Coaching Skills

EORM 4094 - Advanced Web Technologies for Leaders

ORM 3014 - Group and Organizational Behavior

ORM 3054 - Business English

ORM 3064 - Positive Workplace Development

ORM 3144 - Organizational Management

ORM 3154 - Organizational Leadership

ORM 3204 - Exploring Consulting in HRD/OD

ORM 3214 - Introduction to Adult Education and Human Resource Development

ORM 3224 - Career Assessment & Planning

ORM 3234 - Contemporary Issues in Business

ORM 3264 - Statistics

ORM 3274 - Strategies for Personal Success

ORM 3284 - Mediating Organizational Conflict

ORM 3294 - Basic Investment Skills

ORM 3314 - Entrepreneurship

ORM 3334 - The Organization of the Future

ORM 3374 - Cultural Studies and the Workplace

ORM 4001 - Cultural & International Management

ORM 4024 - Balancing Work and Life

ORM 4034 - Faith and Culture

ORM 4044 - Global Management

ORM 4064 - Effective Interpersonal Relationships

ORM 4074 - Budget and Analysis

ORM 4084 - Dynamics of Change

ORM 4154 - Study in HR Law

ORM 4184 - Human Resource Management

ORM 4264 - Skill-based Management

ORM 4294 - Values: Personal and Social

ORM 4811 - Independent Project in Organizational Management

ORM 4812 - Independent Project in Organizational Management

ORM 4813 - Independent Project in Organizational Management

ORM 4814 - Independent Project in Organizational Management

ORM 4816 - Independent Project in Organizational Management

GART 2312 - Art Appreciation

GBUS 2813 - American Free Enterprise

GCIS 1103 - Introduction to Technology I

GCOM 1203 - Oral Communication

GENG 1093 - Academic English I

GENG 1123 - Composition I

GENG 1193 - Academic English II

GENG 1223 - Composition II

GHUM 1013 - Humanities I

GHUM 1023 - Humanities II

GHUM 1033 - Humanities III

GMAT 1803 - Survey of Finite Mathematics

GMUS 2312 - Music Appreciation

GPHE 1091 - Lifetime Fitness

GPLS 1343 - American Federal Government

GPSY 2133 - General Psychology

GPSY 2533 - Social Psychology

GREL 1013 - Exploring the Bible

GREL 4003 - Christian Values & Biblical Faith

GSCI 1013 - Introduction to Oceanography

GSCI 1333 - Introduction to Natural Science

MIN 2003 - Foundations for Christian Ministry

ORM 1003 - Leadership for Academic Success

MIN 2043 - Spiritual Formation

MIN 2413 - Principles of Christian Leadership

MIN 3043 - Exploring the Old Testament

MIN 3053 - Exploring the New Testament

MIN 3083 - Interpreting the Bible

MIN 3093 - Inner City Church

MIN 3103 - History of Christianity

MIN 3123 - Old Testament Prophets and Prophecy

MIN 3213 - Jesus

MIN 3253 - Paul

MIN 3303 - Homiletics

MIN 3323 - African American Religious Experience

MIN 3373 - Evangelism and Apologetics

MIN 3503 - World Religions