BBA in Human Resources

An introduction to accounting concepts, ethics, principles, and practices is provided. The focus is upon the accounting cycle, the recording process, financial statement preparation, payroll, and cash control utilizing appropriate technology. Ethics and appropriate technology are applied though the course.

Students will study payroll and personal records, procedures, and regulations. Various laws pertaining to the computation of earnings and withholdings will be addressed. Payroll tax payment requirements and preparation of the employer's federal payroll tax reports will also be included. Ethics and appropriate technology are applied throughout the course.

Business Principles provides an introduction to fundamental business operations. The course provides insight into the global economy as well as explores management, marketing, economics, human resources, ethics and financial principles.

Describe how the law provides standards and a compliance system specifically tailored to the business environment. Students will examine emerging law topics including: copyright and trademark infringement, contracts, ethics, sales, criminal law, and cyber-law. Through discussion and the practice of cases students will evaluate current legal and ethical challenges.

Students will study the functions of managerial and leadership theory and accountability. Special attention will be given to social responsibility and managerial ethics, and strategic planning through the analysis of case studies and class discussion. At the conclusion of this course, students will develop their own philosophical approach to organizational structure along with management and leadership.

Students learn basic principles supporting the creation of a Strategic Performance Based Management system. They will then develop specific behavioral skills associated with the high performance workplace. Utilizing the methodology of interactive small group problem solving sessions, coaching, performance appraisal, evaluation and termination skills will be modeled. Organizational culture topics in diversity, discrimination, labor relations that impact individual performance will be discussed and simulated through case studies and group discussion.

In rapidly changing professional markets, leaders must be able to adapt to and manage change on a regular basis. In this course, students will identify the external and internal factors that catalyze change, to include launching a new project, adjusting an organization's culture, or venturing into a new market. This course will focus on the value of being effective change agents within an organization. At the conclusion of this course, students will develop a change management plan utilizing the most effective mode for successful implementation.

As a senior capstone course, students integrate and apply Business curriculum concepts. A detailed strategic plan is developed consisting of the goals, action steps and budget which are aligned with an organization's mission. Students test various aspects of the plan and evaluate results.

This course will introduce the students to issues in macro theory through the use of models, principles and econometric analysis. Topics will include: opportunity costs, supply and demand, market equilibrium, and the assessment of GNP/GDP. Discussions will focus on the impact of business cycles, the role of government in the economy, the financial system, the role of monetary policy and the major issues facing the U.S. economy.

This course is an introduction to the writing process and the formulation of appropriate workplace communication, as well as the essentials of essay writing. Instruction in effective academic and career reading strategies are introduced, along with basic information literacy skills to retrieve, evaluate, and appropriately use the ideas of others.

The goal of this course is to provide an introduction to the knowledge, skills, and capabilities performed in human resources. The primary topics will include human resource management, employment law and regulations, training and development, recruitment, human resource planning, ethics, and compensation and benefits.

This course addresses the importance of compensation and benefits systems vital to human resource management. Students will be offered an introduction to the compensation and benefits systems and the methods and procedures involved in the administration and oversight of these systems. This course will cover social and legal issues and controversies that arise as they relate to pay and benefits.

This course examines the implications of cultural, gender, religious, social economic, and other factors of diversity as they affect relationships, strategies, and effectiveness in the workplace.u00a0 Students will learn how to effectively provide assistance related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace.u00a0 Emphasis will be on understanding the diversity of factors that affect how and why an individual acclimates in the workplace.u00a0 Students will evaluate ethical responsibilities as they relate to honoring and respecting cultural experiences.u00a0 This course will help students create awareness of unconscious bias, cultural competence, and other barriers related to DEI.

This course examines the impact the behavior of individuals and groups have on an entire organizational system. Students will analyze the differences between management and leadership and examine how different leadership styles impact an organization. Various leadership theories, characteristics, competencies, and their impact on professional relationships will be examined. Students will analyze the behavioral science theories that describe current organizational culture.

This course provides students with an overview of recruitment, selection, and staffing functions. Students will learn about the theories, best practices, research, technology, and legal foundations that shape staffing and personnel decisions. The course topics highlight organizational branding techniques that relate to recruitment, selection, and staffing.

Students will examine employment law and labor relations from historical, legislative, and practical perspectives. Historical events and legislative trends contributing to the evolution of employment law and labor relations in practice will be covered.u00a0 Legal frameworks of unionism, the employer-employee relationship, and emerging models of labor relations will be discussed. By the end of the course, students will develop a systematic foundation for managing employment law and labor relations issues.

In this course, students will apply the 4 p's (product, price, place, and promotion) of the marketing mix to the field of Human Resources. Students will analyze the role of social media, company websites, and other technologies and how they impact the organization from a human resources perspective.

This course provides students with a solid foundation in training and development as well as the essentials of career management from the employee and employer's perspective. Students will examine the role of training from a strategic perspective, including planning and assessment, design and delivery, evaluation, and transfer of learning. The concepts, methods, and issues discussed in this course are applicable across industries.

This course goal is to provide a study of global human resource management. Learners are prepared with intercultural knowledge by examining the practices, policies, laws, and functions related to global human resources. There is a focus on current trends in the international workforce, including global staffing, training, direct and indirect compensation, and performance evaluation.

Students will analyze the union organization, contract administration, and the framework for collective bargaining from the historical, economical, and legal perspectives. Students will assess the notable changes stemming from new regulations, altering employee needs and complexities associated with a diverse global market.

Students will analyze the union organization, contract administration, and the framework for collective bargaining from the historical, economical, and legal perspectives. Students will assess the notable changes stemming from new regulations, altering employee needs and complexities associated with a diverse global market.

This course introduces students to the basic use of computer hardware and software, electronic communication, and the Internet. Students will develop and utilize their technical knowledge, skills, and abilities in working with office technology in order to efficiently perform tasks and complete projects for contemporary academic, professional, and personal use. Students will apply fundamental theoretical, analytical, and problem solving strategies to advance their understanding of computer literacy.

This course will help students learn and apply concepts relating to various workplace situations. Learners will gain a fundamental understanding of the connectivity across course disciplines that incorporate numerical calculations, ratios, proportions, percent, measurement, algebraic concepts, and the ability to visually communicate numerical information.

In this course, students will design, execute and present the outcomes of a capstone project. Students will be challenged to use their knowledge, skills and behaviors developed over the course of their program studies to solve real-world problems in their career discipline. Additionally, students will finalize and defend their ePortfolio. Students will be evaluated from both academic and professional standards to demonstrate their competency to obtain a position in their career discipline or advancement in their current position.

Students explore the more advanced concepts utilized in spreadsheet software and database technology. A continuation of the students' proficiency development using the integrated office suite is accomplished through the application of advanced skills. Students will learn the core knowledge and skills assessed in the MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) Certification exam for Excel.

This course introduces students to the basic tenets of the communication process and the necessity of effective communication in order to achieve academic, professional (career), social, and personal goals. Students will consider factors which influence the achievement of those goals for academic, professional (career), social, and personal success, as well as for the creation of productive learning communities and students' transformation into agile, lifelong learners.

In this course, students are instructed in the various rhetorical modes of academic essay writing, including informative, persuasive, and research-based papers. In addition to academic writing, students are introduced to oral presentations. Students learn to examine the purpose and audience of written and oral communications and craft appropriate messages. Students will also refine their revising and proofreading skills.

This course provides a rich grounding in advanced research, composition, and presentation skills to enhance academic writing competencies and sharpen presentation techniques.

This course helps students develop quantitative literacy skills for personal and professional lives. Students will use reasoning and mathematical methods to find solutions to real-world problems. Students will use algebraic, financial, proportional, probabilistic, and statistical methods to draw conclusions and/or make decisions.

This course is designed to provide a basis for business decisions through an introduction to the fundamental concepts of statistics and to the important methods of statistical inference.

In this course, students will explore the basics of practical logic. Students will learn how to break down arguments and evaluate the truth of claims in their careers and everyday lives. Through this process, students will discover how logic isn't just theory; it's a tool that boosts critical thinking skills and career potential.

This course provides students with an introduction to psychology and the science of human behavior. Students are exposed tou00a0concepts, terminology, principles, and theories foundational to the discipline. Featured topics include research methods, consciousness and learning, emotional and motivational theories, psychological disorders and treatment, personality theories, and social psychology as they relate to personal, professional, and academic life.

This course applies general psychological principles and research to study the individual in organizational, workplace settings. Research- based principals and methods are utilized to study a variety of topics important to the understanding of human behavior in career settings. Emphasis is upon the interactive effects of situational and individual variables as they influence organizational behavior. Students will learn how principal theories and empirical findings from research in organizational psychology are used to improve employee performance and satisfaction.

In this course students will review career development theory as it relates to the decision- making and planning processes. Students will consider their competencies and behaviors when searching for internship and career entry positions. Learners will process feedback on their self-marketing techniques and input regarding career development practices.

This course focuses on the dynamics of groups and interpersonal relationships within the work setting. Small group theory and research form the basis for the study of professional communication and group decision-making skills. Students develop a clearer understanding of their own behavior and how it affects others in the workplace.