Academic Catalog 2024-2025

Academic Catalog 2024 - 2025

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 development of individuals, families, and communities. Through field placements, students gain work experience designed to facilitate employment in the human services field. A career in human services involves working with people in assisting them to adapt, change, and cope with physical and social conditions in their environment. The Associate of Arts degree in Human Services provides students with an introductory understanding of the factors that affect human growth and development and the range of delivery of services in the field. The Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Services provides a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and the associated skills to enhance employment opportunities in the field of Human Services.

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