This course explores international marketing, focusing on the complexities and challenges of conducting business across global markets. Students will examine the dynamic environment of international trade, including political, legal, and economic factors while developing an understanding of cultural and geographical influences on consumer behavior, management styles, and business systems. The course covers essential topics such as global market research, product and service adaptation, integrated marketing communications (IMC), pricing strategies, and international marketing channels. Students will also learn about the role of ethics and regulations in IMC planning, and how global markets’ requirements could affect IMC planning and processes.

This course provides a basic introduction to the nature of human growth and development from conception through death. Students will explore physical, cognitive, socio-emotional, and moral development from both theoretical and practical perspectives. The context and impact of family and society as well as individual, cultural, gender, and sex differences on development will be evaluated across the lifespan. Prerequisite: PSY 101.   

In this course, students will apply the systematic approach of instructional design to design and develop instruction that addresses a performance problem. Throughout this course, students will evaluate trends and issues in the field of instructional design. In addition, students will apply knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Bachelor of Arts in Instructional Design program to assess the quality of instructional design projects. Prerequisites: EDU 120 and EDU 232.

This course explores the moral and ethical challenges in modern warfare through the lens of key philosophical frameworks. Students will critically analyze topics such as Just War Theory, humanitarian intervention, conscientious objection, the use of private military contractors, counterterrorism tactics, and emerging technologies in warfare, including the ethical use of artificial intelligence. Case studies will provide real-world context to evaluate the ethical dilemmas faced by states, soldiers, and civilians. The course encourages students to engage in thoughtful discussions, tackle complex ethical questions, and develop nuanced perspectives on the intersection of morality, policy, and military action.

Strategies for English Language Learners in the content areas while maintaining a language development focus will be illustrated. Specific strategies, materials, technology, and learning activities will be examined to support learning.

The course entails a study of the diagnosis, causes, treatment, and prevention of psychological disorders. Problems with the reliability and validity of the American Psychiatric Association system for diagnosing psychological disorders will be discussed, and various alternative systems will be introduced. Prerequisite: PSY 101 or equivalent and PSY 330. Students enrolled in the BA Applied Behavioral Science program are waived from the PSY 330 course prerequisite.

This course examines the influence of an organization upon the individual, as well as ways an individual can influence an organization. Students will research the use of technology and best practices to present ethical solutions to workplace issues.

This course will provide students with foundational knowledge of how and why English grammar is necessary for teaching the four language skills, and recognizing and correcting student errors. This course provides students with an overview of English grammar and strategies for implementing grammar instruction. Students will critique lesson plans in terms of best practices, and create their own lesson plans for specific student populations by applying their knowledge of English grammar and language pedagogy.

The course explores kinship systems, ethnicity, neighborhood and other social arrangements in various cultural settings through the reading of selected ethnographic materials. Students will study the kinship on a cross-cultural and worldwide basis, beginning with immediate social ties in familial contexts to broad connotations in ethnic, national, and universal domains. Prerequisite: Written Communication Competency and Intercultural & Global Awareness.

This course will provide a clear and practical introduction to multicultural and anti-bias issues and will aid students in developing culturally relevant methods in working with children and families in early childhood settings.