A study of communication theory and principles as applied to business writing, oral communication, and data reporting. Students will learn to prepare professional business presentations utilizing and coordinating these three major areas of business communication.

Development of theory and innovative practice relevant to leadership and organizational change. Major topics include change processes within organizations; intervention strategies in organizations to improve effectiveness; studies of such interventions; the roles of change agents; and problems of self-awareness, responsibility and the political consequences of organizational development theory and practice. Prerequisite: BADM 210 Fundamentals of Management or BADM 212 Principles of Management or permission

Examination of the historic and current relationship between science and Scripture with a challenge of the "warfare" model that developed in the aftermath of the Darwinian controversy. A careful analysis of both science and Scripture will be made. Attention will be given to four possible ways of relating: Conflict, Contract, Contact, or Confirmation. Prerequisite: BIBL 101. Liberal Arts

An introduction to conflict management that balances coverage of major theories with practice in communication skills and conflict intervention techniques (e.g., assertiveness training, mediation and negotiation). Focus on experiential learning with heavy emphasis on written analysis that includes analytical journaling and analysis of scientific journal articles. Liberal Arts.

Survey of causes and consequences of crime and the social responses in the legal system: policing, the courts, the varieties of sentencing options and outcomes, and routes to restoration. Liberal Arts.

A supervised experience in a data science setting combining practical activities with integrating studies. Liberal Arts.

A chronological survey of literary, philosophical, and other texts in historical context from the earliest civilizations to 1450. Emphasis on the development of western civilization with comparative attention to non-western sources and contexts. Fulfills in part General Education Humanities requirement. Liberal Arts.

A chronological survey of literary, philosophical, and other texts in historical context from the earliest civilizations to 1450. Emphasis on the development of western civilization with comparative attention to non-western sources and contexts. Fulfills in part General Education Humanities requirement. Liberal Arts.

Adult students learn and apply strategies for success in their return to college and life-long learning. Major topics include setting academic, career, and personal goals; stress management; time management; critical thinking and problem solving; learning styles and best practices. This seminar will also introduce students to Houghton College, our online platform, and program policies and procedures.

Reviews major theories that help explain human communication behavior and considers the applications of these theories in daily interactions in B-12 educational contexts. Explores effective practices for designing sustainable co-teaching and collaborative partnerships across the diverse learning contexts present in today?s B-12 classrooms. Immerses candidates in working together across the grade levels as well as content areas to support diverse learners through collaborative planning, differentiated instruction and assessment practices, as well as mindful classroom management. Both in-class and out-of-class activities are designed to provide students with authentic occasions to apply their theoretical learning and develop their professional learning network. Two synchronous meetings will be required for this course. Fieldwork required weekly or according to a schedule established by the instructor. Offered: Fall (15 weeks). 3 credits. Levels: Graduate

Introduces qualitative research methods in the field of education. Examines the conceptual roots, assumptions, and methodologies of qualitative research both by itself and in relation to quantitative approaches. Locates our work in B-12 educational settings, which will provide teachers with authentic approaches to integrate research into their everyday practices. Immerses teachers as researchers in their classrooms. Semester-long research project will be the grounding assignment that parallels and applies class readings and discussions. Both in-class and out-of-class activities are designed to provide students with authentic occasions to apply their theoretical learning and develop their professional learning network. Fieldwork required weekly or according to a schedule established by the instructor. Co-requisite: LEDU 522 or 526. Offered: Fall (15 weeks). 3 credits. Levels: Graduate.

This course helps future managers understand the role and possibilities of marketing as a discipline within the contemporary firm. Students learn about the complexities of the elements of contemporary marketing and how formerly distinct communication functions have increasingly been combined in a new entity called Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC). IMC involves the blending of disparate activities such as messaging, branding, advertising, public relations, sales promotion, events and sales training into a tightly coordinated activity that provides maximum persuasive impact within targeted markets. Students also are introduced to marketing research tools, specifically qualitative methodologies, which inform IMC. The result is that students will be able to contribute positively to the marketing efforts of their future organizations as managers, business leaders, valued employees, and stakeholders. Prerequisite(s): MBA 501, MBA 630.

This course provides a biblical perspective of transformational leadership, focusing on two key components; transformation is missional and it is intentional. Students will examine how to navigate the current societal and organizational landscape in a faithful and integrated manner by first considering transformation on a personal level, then organizational. A variety of resources, assessments and coaching exercises will be engaged by students during this course. Prerequisite(s): MBA 501, MBA 630.

Critical analysis of the contours of a world and life view coupled with more detailed critical analysis of peren-nial and foundational issues in epistemology (the nature of truth and knowledge), metaphysics (the nature of reality: persons, the world, and God), and ethics (the nature of goodness and the process of ethical decision making, with close attention to character--virtue and vice--and the foundations of morality). Culture: Philosophy. Liberal Arts.

Concepts and principles, theories, and research methods associated with the development of the individual from conception through old age. Liberal Arts.

Principles of action of psychoactive drugs; their effects on body, mind, and society; patterns and causes of their use and abuse; prevention and treatment. Liberal Arts.

Introduction to multicultural competencies needed for all helping professions (e.g., physicians, counselors, therapists, social workers, health care providers). Emphasis on understanding and communicating with clients/patients who do not come from majority culture backgrounds. Liberal Arts.