2024–2025 CATALOG AND STUDENT HANDBOOK COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 115 ISM3015 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. Prerequisite: None ISM3110C Information Technology Project Management Tools 60 hours, 4 credits This course will introduce students to the generally accepted processes and knowledge areas found in the project management profession; the tools such as Excel, Visio, MS Project, and techniques to drive the project. Information Technology Management Bachelor’s Degree and Information Technology Project Management Certificate Prerequisites: CDA3626C Information Technology Systems Design; CTS2511 Excel Business Management Bachelor’s Degree Prerequisite: GEB3422 Business Project Management ISM3255C Information Technology Project Management I 60 hours, 4 credits This course emphasizes the fundamental concepts and principles of project management defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI) in the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) topics that include project planning, executing, monitoring, and controlling tools and techniques. Prerequisite: ISM3110C Information Technology Project Management Tools ISM4470C Information Technology Project Management II 60 hours, 4 credits In this course, students further their learning on the fundamental concepts of project management and learn to apply principles of cost estimation and budgeting; quality planning, management, and control; and procurement life cycle activities as they relate to projects. Prerequisite: ISM3255C Information Technology Project Management I ISM4505C Information Technology Organization Support 50 hours, 4 credits Supporting an organization with a myriad of software and hardware implementations can be a daunting challenge. This course gives a systematic approach to understanding how to best effectively support the computing environment for competitive advantage. Prerequisite: None ISM6200 Business Intelligence and Analytics 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides an in-depth understanding of data and analytics and their application to organizational decision-making. Topics covered include understanding what data, metrics, and analytics are needed to explain and predict organizational outcomes as well as the application of a variety of statistical analysis methods to develop insights and data visualization. This course prepares students to be both effective producers and critical consumers of analytical findings that can improve business performance. Prerequisite: FIN6466 Financial Analysis and Decision-Making LBS2030 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: None LDR2439 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 LDR4200 Leadership and Management Essentials 30 hours, 3 credits This course explores how to identify an individual leadership style and become a creative and effective leader. Students will enhance leadership and professional development skills and examine the principles of high-performance leadership skills. Throughout the course, focus content areas consist of capabilities of motivation, critical thinking, decision-making, effective communication, group organizational skills, and strategies to implement change. Students will explore building and leading innovative cultures in the workplace. Prerequisite: None LDR4360 Dynamic Team Development 40 hours, 4 credits Students will learn the individual skills and competencies necessary to be an impactful and engaging team member. Areas of concentration include emotional intelligence, team innovation, role resilience, conflict resolution, and collaboration tools. Students explore factors that contribute to team dynamics. Prerequisite: None LDR5000 Professional Growth and Leadership 40 hours, 4 credits This course will help students gain the ability to deal effectively with emotions in the workplace, which is critical to success as a leader at any level. Emotional Intelligence is increasingly critical as a skill set and, combined with native intelligence, will increase the ability to successfully manage challenges presented, as the pace increases and our environment makes more demands on our cognitive, emotional, and physical resources. Students will learn to identify their personal and holistic challenges with maintaining positive environments and collaborative relationships as well as overcoming resistance and negativity. Students will explore tools, techniques, skills, and perceptions to perform and manage emotions with confidence and positive results. Prerequisite: None LDR5100 Human Resources Strategy 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides an overview of Human Resources management in organizations and examines the role of the Human Resources (HR) function in contributing to an organization’s business strategy and creating sustainable competitive advantages. The Human Resources strategies, systems, policies, and practices used by organizations to compete effectively in today’s global economy are therefore examined. The course helps to prepare students to function effectively as strategic business partners in organizations. Prerequisite: None LDR5200 Organizational Behavior and Leadership 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides an overview of the management of organizational behavior and leading people. As careers advance from the individual contributor to the leadership level, concerns about technical knowledge need to be complemented with knowledge about how to coordinate, motivate, and lead others. This course is designed to help provide an integration of technical skills with the human side of organizations. Prerequisite: None LDR5300 Legal, Ethical, and Risk Issues in Organizations 40 hours, 4 credits This course is the study of the legal, ethical, and risk challenges and issues organizations face. It places focus on ensuring the organization operates ethically and legally while at the same time focuses on reducing or eliminating risk. Topics covered will be the employees’ work environment, union-related and labor relations law, reasonable accommodations, employment relations, negotiation skills, and risk management. This course will prepare students to be legal and ethical leaders who minimize risk. Prerequisite: None LDR5400 Strategic Recruitment and Retention 40 hours, 4 credits This course is designed to improve the student’s overall talent management outlook. The goals of the course are to identify the best ways to retain employees and to recruit new talent. By doing this, companies can ensure they are able to thrive, no matter what the economy does and no matter what happens in an industry. Prerequisite: LDR5300 Legal, Ethical, and Risk Issues in Organizations LDR6000 Rewards System Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course is the study of practices in contemporary reward and compensation systems management. It places focus on how organizations reward their employees and the decision- making behind the strategy. Topics covered will be legal aspects of rewards systems management; various compensation systems including executive and global compensation, market research and benchmarking, and organizational strategy alignment. This course will prepare students for a deeper understanding of rewards and motivation in a diverse, ever-changing environment. Prerequisite: LDR5300 Legal, Ethical, and Risk Issues in Organizations LDR6100 Performance Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course gives Human Resources professionals and managers tools and strategies for effective performance appraisals that motivate employees to achieve higher productivity. Topics covered are establishing performance criteria, using various appraisal formats, conducting meaningful performance discussions, initiating ongoing coaching for key stakeholders, and encouraging employees to prepare for a performance discussion. Prerequisite: LDR5300 Legal, Ethical, and Risk Issues in Organizations LDR6200 Applied Human Resources Analytics 40 hours, 4 credits This course is the study of data, metrics, and analytics to solve Human Resources needs. It places focus on gaining business insights, identifying needs, and recommending solutions through metrics. Topics covered will be human resources information systems and common technologies, market research and benchmarking, and solving Human Resources problems. This course will prepare students for a deeper understanding of analytics and provide them with tools to make educated decisions in a business setting. Prerequisite: None ALL CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY ADDENDUM
