Organizational Leadership is a multidisciplinary program that allows students the opportunity to become effective leaders and change agents within their organizations and businesses. Students have the ability to select concentrations in either organizational promotion, resource development, corporate communications or computer science.
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Introduction to basic concepts and major orientations in sociology and systematic study of group behavior and human social relationships. Major topics include the nature, content, and change of culture; the socialization process and the development of self; the nature and change of social institutions; and an analysis of major social processes. Final grade must be C or better for Sociology and Criminal Justice majors. Offered fall and spring semesters.
This course is an introduction to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Survey of basic topics such as research methods, sensation/perception, learning, mental disorders, psychotherapy. Offered fall and spring semesters.
The course is a general survey of the topics in industrial and organizational psychology. This course will provide students with an introduction to the key concepts, theories, and research methods in I/O Psychology. Topics include: job analysis, performance appraisals, recruitment and selection, personnel law, training, motivation, job attitudes, and leadership. The skills and topics covered in this course can help you become a better employee, co-worker, or manager. PSYC 120 Recommended.
Survey of research design, data-gathering techniques, and statistical procedures in social and behavioral sciences and evaluation programs. Designed to acquaint student with all phases of research; conceptualization, measurement, research format, sampling, data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Final grade must be C or better for Sociology and Criminal Justice majors. Offered fall and spring semesters.
This course presents fundamental statistical concepts and tools for understanding and analyzing data from studies in the social and behavioral sciences. Topics include: measures of central tendency, variability, probability and statistical inference, correlation, hypothesis testing, t-tests, Chi square, and ANOVA. Students will utilize a computer program (e.g., SPSS, Excel) for the statistical analyses.Final grade must be C or better for Psychology majors. Offered fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisite: MATH 104.
This course examines theories, concepts and skills needed for effective leadership. Emphasis is given to models that focus on ethically responsible leadership that works toward effecting social change for the common good. Students will complete leadership self-assessments and learn practical approaches to improve leadership skills. Course activities and assignments will apply material to encourage students to become leaders in their professional organizations and communities.
