Academic Catalog 2023-2024

Academic Catalog 2023 - 2024

ANTHROZOOLOGY The Anthrozoology major offers students the opportunity to examine how humans interact with non human animals in a variety of contexts and settings. The curriculum combines rigorous scientific study and investigation with real-world applications in the areas of animal welfare, animal behavior, and the human-animal bond. Anthrozoology students will develop the skills and knowledge necessary for employment in a variety of professional roles in animal-centered industries. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT The Business Management major provides students with an opportunity to think like a business manager. Specific outcomes of the program include demonstration of business leadership skills, application of effective business decisions using critical and analytical thinking, display of professionalism proven by ethical accountabilities in real-world scenarios, demonstration of quality improvement by the use of systems thinking, and the demonstration of team building skills. The Associate of Science degree in Business Management provides students with an introduction to business management. The Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management provides students with a comprehensive business foundation preparing them for employment opportunities or for MBA programs. COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS The Computer Information Systems (CIS) major offers students the opportunity to learn about the latest technology used in today’s marketplace as well as explore the numerous career choices available to those skilled in this area. CIS students have the opportunity to integrate their creative, technical, and business skills through the CIS curriculum. Students have the opportunity to choose one of two available tracks to meet their specific career goals: the Information Systems Track or the Web and Digital Media Track . The Associate of Science degree in Computer Information Systems Information Systems Track provides students with a basic background for incorporating technology into the corporate world. Students are exposed to the processing of data into useful information through various hardware and software used in the industry. The Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems Information Systems Track provides students with a thorough background in implementing information systems and retrieving valuable information needed by managers to make effective decisions and build knowledge in today’s world market. The Associate of Science degree in the Web and Digital Media Track offers students a foundation in graphic communications, digital imaging, web page production, and digital media. The Bachelor of Science degree in the Web and Digital Media Track prepares students with comprehensive courses in graphic communications, digital imaging, web page production, and digital media. The coursework is centered around hands-on training combined with critical thinking and creative problem solving. HUMAN SERVICES The Human Services major provides comprehensive knowledge of the theoretical foundations of the social sciences and offers practical experience in the professional fields associated with public and community services. This major field of study focuses on psychological approaches to understanding the holistic

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