COURSE DESCRIPTIONS RASMUSSEN COLLEGE INS 3677 International Leadership and Human Resource Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course is designed to introduce students to the complexities of the human resource management processes on a global scale. Students learn how to differentiate between domestic and international human resource management. Employee training and development is addressed, including how to assimilate new employees in the global arena. Prerequisite: None ISM 2321 Managing Information Security 30 hours, 3 credits Information security is an issue for IT as well as management. Therefore, this course introduces students to a detailed examination of the systems-wide perspective of information security. They begin with the strategic planning process for security, which includes an examination of the policies, procedures and staffing functions necessary to organize and administrate ongoing security functions in an organization. Course subjects include security practices, security architecture and models, continuity planning and disaster recovery planning. Prerequisite: Networking Security ISM 3015 Management of Information Systems 40 hours, 4 credits Students are introduced to the foundations of management information systems. This includes current trends, fundamental MIS technology concepts, applications for business functions, and management practice. Students will gain exposure to analyzing, utilizing, and supervising integrated management information systems. Prerequisites: None ISM 3812 Project Management for IT 40 hours, 4 credits This course covers the project management aspects of the IT department. Students will learn how to properly apply project management principles within the IT department to properly deploy network and software solutions. Students will utilize project management software for tracking purposes as well as develop their own method of project tracking. Topics such as ITIL principles on project management will also be infused into the content of the course. Prerequisite: Support Management LBS 2030 Training and Development 40 hours, 4 credits This course is a study of training and development fundamentals including how training relates to human resource management and human resource development, how internal and external factors influence employee behavior, and the role of adult learning in training. Students will examine how training needs are determined, best practices in developing and implementing training programs, and how to evaluate training efforts. Prerequisite: Introduction to Human Resource Management LDR 2439 Introduction to Organizational Leadership 40 hours 4 credits This course provides students with an opportunity to learn the fundamental theory and practical application of organizational leadership in the context of diversity. Emphasis is placed on a foundation in theoretical concepts and their practical applications to enable students to understand the chaotic and consistently changing world of organizations and help them develop their own skills to become effective leaders. Prerequisite: None LIT 2000 Introduction to Literature 40 hours, 4 credits This course offers an introduction to the most common literary genres: fiction, poetry, drama, and literary non-fiction. Students will study the basic elements of each genre, learn how to compare genres, become familiar with sample texts that illustrate the particularities of each genre, and practice the skills of analyzing and writing about literary texts. Reading and analysis of texts will include a variety of literary forms and periods. Students will engage in approaches to determining literary meaning, form, and value. Prerequisite: None [English Composition recommended] LIT 3191 Contemporary World Literature: 1900 to the Present 40 hours, 4 credits This course explores how authors from around the world have engaged with important themes and historical events throughout the twentieth century. In studying these texts, students will examine the interplay of fiction and history, the varieties of literary style, and the qualities that link as well as distinguish works from different cultures. Students will respond to texts critically in discussion and essays, as well as research critical evaluations of literary topics, authors, etc. Prerequisite: English Composition LIT 3382 Modern World Literature 40 hours, 4 credits This course explores how authors from around the world have engaged with important themes and historical events since the onset of modernism near the start of the twentieth century. Students will examine the interplay of fiction and history, the varieties of literary style, and the qualities that link as well as distinguish works from different cultures. Students will respond to texts critically in discussion and essays, as well as research critical evaluations of literary topics, authors, et cetera. Prerequisite: None MAC 1106 Advanced Algebra 50 hours, 5 credits Students will learn about topics including functions and functional notation, domains and ranges in relation to functions, graphing functions and relations, and various function operations. Students will be able to solve linear equations and inequalities as well as quadratic equations and higher-order polynomial equations. This course will review algebraic technique as well as polynomials, factoring, exponents, roots, and radicals. Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on placement exam MAN 1300 Introduction to Human Resource Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course is an introduction to the management and leadership of an organization’s human resources. It explores the importance of establishing or administrating the goals, policies, and procedures of the organization. Topics discussed include: communication, employee benefits, interview techniques, motivation, safety, hiring, discipline, and employment guidelines. Prerequisite: None MAN 2021 Principles of Management 40 hours, 4 credits Students enrolled in this course will develop managerial skills and insights by studying management practices. In addition, they will develop an understanding of the manager/ employee relationship and the legal and ethical issues that impact these relationships. Prerequisite: None MAN 2062 Business Ethics 40 hours, 4 credits This course presents an examination of current moral and ethical issues that arise in the world of business, as well as an analysis of the main theories of moral obligation, right and wrong action, and good and bad values. Prerequisite: None MAN 2793 Introduction to Functional and Project Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines various management roles and how they interrelate within organizations by analyzing the daily tasks and responsibilities within each management role. The course compares how divisional managers lead teams, investigates cross-functional team relations and discusses the importance of developing project management skills within various management disciplines. Prerequisite: None MAN 3040 Principles of Management II 40 hours, 4 credits Through theory, self-analysis, and analysis of others, this course provides students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to become an effective manager. Specific topics covered include managing stress; solving problems; coaching, influencing, and motivating others; team-building; and leading change. This course includes educational resources from Harvard Business Publishing. Prerequisite: Principles of Management MAN 3122 Hiring, Developing, and Managing High-Performing Employees 40 hours, 4 credits Employees are a business’ most important asset. In this essential course, students learn how to recruit and hire top performers and provide them with the coaching and professional development they need to become rockstar employees. Students will also focus on developing workplace policies that help provide a safe and empowering environment for employees. Students will learn the skills and knowledge required to build a human resources strategy and business plan. Prerequisite: None MAN 3175 Applied Management Principles 40 hours, 4 credits This course will review foundational management skills and insights derived from the study of management practices. Through theory, self-analysis, and analysis of others, this course provides students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to become an effective manager. Specific topics covered include managing stress; solving problems; coaching, influencing, and motivating others; team-building; and leading change. Prerequisite: None MAN 3322 Human Resource Information Systems 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines the role of human resource information systems in today’s organizations and human resource departments. Key areas of focus include human resource information systems design, acquisition, and implementation. The role of these systems in talent acquisition and management is also examined. Prerequisite: None MAN 3429 Modern Human Resource Management 40 hours, 4 credits This seminar course introduces students to timely human resources topics: helping organizations manage workforce planning related to mergers and acquisitions, outsourcing and offshoring as a workload planning strategy, and sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Prerequisite: Introduction to Human Resource Management MAN 3504 Operations Management 40 hours, 4 credits In this course students examine the operations function of managing people, information, technology, materials, and facilities to produce goods and services. Specific areas covered will include: designing and managing operations; purchasing raw materials; controlling and maintaining inventories; and producing goods or services that meet customers’ expectations. Quantitative modeling will be used for solving business problems. Prerequisite: None MAN 3668 Strategic Human Resource Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course is designed to teach students how to integrate the human resources function with an organization’s overall strategic planning process. Students will learn how to establish human resources goals and objectives in the context of an organization’s business goals to help increase employee performance and satisfaction. Strategies for creating a culture that values innovation and competitiveness will also be explored. Prerequisite: None MAN 3710 Law and Ethics for the Human Resource Professional 40 hours, 4 credits This course introduces students to the world of law and ethics. This is a broad area and is specific only to Human Resources. Students are able to work with real-world scenarios and company situations to assess for compliance and ethical behavior. Finally, students apply various types of decision-making models for effective practice and strategic planning. Prerequisite: None MAN 4055 Workforce Performance and Talent Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines strategies and techniques for developing and managing employees to help institutions create a competitive workforce. Students will learn how to work with employees on how to build a successful career through an institution’s performance appraisal and professional development processes. Prerequisite: None MAN 4128 Workforce and Labor Relations Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines the context of workforce and labor relations management, the collective bargaining process and labor contracts. Students will learn how to establish a bargaining unit, negotiate and implement a collective bargaining agreement, and participate in the arbitration process. Prerequisite: None 84 rasmussen.edu
