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Computers
CPT
1010
Technology for College
This course provides the foundational knowledge so you can use technology as an effective communication tool for researching and for
presenting information. You will gain experience with key technology tools the business world uses today, with a view toward learning
how to create documents and presentations and to communicate those appropriately to academic and professional audiences. (3)
Limited
to online program students.
Economics
ECN 6010
Economics for Business Management
This course provides the concepts and principles required for understanding and solving economic business problems. The course
especially focuses on microeconomic analysis applied to practical business problems and decision-making -- such as factors relevant to
production, cost, demand, pricing, and profits -- and also on monetary and fiscal policies that affect industries, markets, and firms. (3)
Limited to online program students.
English
ENG
1010
College Writing and Research I
This course overviews the tasks and skills involved in writing formal essays. You will increase your writing proficiency step-by-step,
accomplishing smaller goals that lead to the achievement of larger goals. You will thoroughly cover the mechanics of good English
grammar with the goal of identifying your strengths and weaknesses. As a summative exercise, you will examine biblical examples of
various types of writing. (3)
Limited to online program students.
ENG
1020
College Writing and Research II
This course builds upon the knowledge of writing and writing research skills you covered in ENG 101 College Writing and Research I.
The course stresses intellectual and analytical reasoning and their contribution to good research and writing practices. Students continue
to drill the mechanics of grammar and provide input for other student writers. As a summative exercise, students will examine examples
of research and reasoning as they relate to and help us understand the biblical text. (Pre-requisite ENG 1010 or equivalent). (3)
Limited
to online program students.
History
HIS
2010
World Civilization
This course surveys world history from the beginning of civilization to AD 1700. You will study the origins and achievements of the major
civilizations of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. You will also be exposed to Christian, Islamic, and Byzantine cultures. Upon
completion of the course, you will have gained a foundational understanding of ancient history—historical, cultural, and geographical
factors—and grasp its relationship to the biblical record. (3)
Limited to online program students.
Leadership
LDR
1010
Introduction to Leadership
This course provides you an overview of the basics of leadership, including focus on both a personal and organizational context. You will
cover such key areas such as creating and communicating a vision, empowering others and affirming your contributions, challenging the
status quo, leading change, and celebrating team and organizational success. You will apply what they learn to evaluate your own
personal leadership practices. (3)
Limited to online program students.
LDR
3010
Organizational Leadership
This course will provide you an understanding of organizational leadership—both theoretical and practical—from a biblical perspective.
You will discuss the topic of leadership in contexts that include interpersonal relationships, organizational structure and processes, and
organizational culture. The biblical concept of covenant will be used as a model for identifying and implementing best leadership practices
within each of these contexts. (3)
Limited to online program students.
Ministry Skill Development
MSD
2010
Living the Christian Faith
This course introduces you to the Christian faith and what it means to life a lifestyle of biblical Christianity. You will study and learn the
role of spiritual disciplines in helping Christians live out your faith authentically. Special emphasis is also given to how God has gifted
people for His service both within the local church and to the world at large. (3)
Limited to online program students.