Organizational Research Project (Optional*)

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This is an on-campus independent project requiring the analysis of an organization, identification of a problem or opportunity, research of previous work on the topic, and collection and analysis of data to make an informed recommendation. A comprehensive paper documenting the development of the project is required. MOD 4810 Legal Environment of Business (3 hours) The dynamic nature of law, the legal processes and specific areas of law that guide business decisions are discussed. The course addresses the aspects of law and its standard for human behavior that increasingly affects and constrains business activity. Includes introductions to the legal system, tort, criminal and contract law. Business leAdership OL 1500 Professionalism in the Workplace (3 hours) Introduction to professional interaction in the workplace with an emphasis on effective communication with subordinates, peers, and supervisors. Students will understand the keys to developing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships in the workplace. OL 2000 Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management (3 hours) This course provides students with an introduction to basic logistics and supply chain topics, including strategy, transportation, costs and pricing, terms and documentation, supply and demand, and inventory strategies. OL 3051 Introduction to Adult Online Learning (3 hours) This course provides an introduction to the online learning environment and expectations of the program, while also covering topics that will be helpful to the success of new students entering bachelor-level studies within the College of Professional Studies. OL 3100 Management (3 hours) Provides a general understanding of the managerial functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling from the viewpoint and needs of the professional manager. OL 3150 International Management (3 hours) This course examines the challenges to the manager’s role associated with adaptive leadership in international business. This course will also explore effective strategic, interpersonal, and organizational skills, while focusing on sustainability in the global business environment. OL 3210 Principles of Managerial Accounting (3 hours) This course is an introduction to concepts in accounting from the manager’s perspective. Topics include cost-volume-profit analysis, costing and budgeting. OL 3225 Survey of Marketing (3 hours) Survey of Marketing introduces students to the nature, scope and economic importance of marketing. The 4 P’s of marketing; product, price, promotion, and place will be discussed. OL 3230 Organizational Theory (3 hours) The course is an investigation of the theoretical models of organization and how organizations can be structured for maximum efficiency. 130 | Bethel University Course Descriptions Catalog 2021-2022 OL 3240 Business Statistics (3 hours) The course introduces the basic statistical concepts needed in the business environment. The emphasis is on the use of statistical information. OL 3245 The Ethics of Business (3 hours) A study of theoretical and practical problems of moral conduct in the field of business. The course emphasizes both the philosophical foundations of ethical conduct and the practical problems encountered in the day-to-day conduct of business affairs. OL 3350 Leadership (3 hours) The course examines various theories of leadership as a managerial function on and from the perspective of personal development. OL 3360 Managing Information Systems (3 hours) Managing Information Systems explores the relationship between hardware, software, systems, and humans in the organizational context. OL 3390 Organizational Analysis (3 hours) This course addresses contemporary challenges arising from managing organizations in the face of complex environmental conditions, new technological developments, and increasingly diverse workforces. It focuses on providing a systematic approach for analyzing, diagnosing, and responding to organizations problems. it also provides an opportunity for students to enhance their communication and writing skills. OL 4000 Understanding the Economics of Business (3 hours) This introductory course provides management students with basic tools to analyze a wide variety of economic problems. OL 4240 Strategic Management (3 hours) The course examines the development and deployment of strategy as a critical factor in organizational success. OL 4245 Human Resources (3 hours) This course examines the role of the human resource professional as a strategic partner in managing today’s organizations. Key functions such as recruitment, selection, development, appraisal, retention, compensation, and labor relations are examined. OL 4300 Consumers and Marketing (3 hours) This course focuses on the examination and application of consumer behavior principles to the development and implementation of marketing strategies. OL 4705 Organizational Analysis II (3 hours) A continuation of OL 3390, this course is an independent project using the lessons learned in OL 3390. Students will identify a problem or an opportunity in their current or previous place of business. The student will research the issue, collect and analyze data, and make recommendations for correction or enhancement of the issue. A paper documenting the development of the project and examination of the findings is required. psychology PSY 1050 – Principles of Psychology (3 hours) This course is an overview of different perspectives from which psychologists try to understand human behavior and psychological disorders. Particular emphasis will be on investigating the mind, such as learning how the mind stores and retrieves information and how the mind responds to stress. PSY 3000 Crisis Intervention (3 hours) This course addresses such crises as drug abuse, secondary PTSD, crisis worker burnout, AIDS, suicide, death and dying, Alzheimer’s, victimization, and abuse. Students will also gain an understanding of Erikson’s psychosocial stages and how they can become crises. This course will also explore Intervention strategies. religion REL 1010 Introduction to the Old Testament (3 hours) An introductory course on the context and central points of the Old Testament. REL 1020 Introduction to the New Testament (3 hours) An introduction to the history and themes of the New Testament.