Conservation biology examines the causes and consequences of biodiversity loss, conservation approaches and strategies, and the ecological and evolutionary theory used in these approaches. Students evaluate practices that conserve biological diversity at the gene, population, ecosystem, landscape and global scales. The course incorporates topics in culture, ethics, economics and politics to monitor and protect global biodiversity. Prerequisite: ENV 326.

An introductory examination of the characteristics of the public organization and its impact on society including analysis of the principles of public administration, personnel issues, budgetary activities, legal dynamics, as well as historical development of the field are included.

This course provides the opportunity for the synthesis and application of content learned throughout the degree program. Students complete assignments that allow for the application of various skills and abilities, such as behavioral science research, ethical leadership, interpersonal and organizational problem solving, communication, cultural awareness, and career readiness. Prerequisites: General Education Capstone and completion of BAABS program core courses.

This course introduces students to the responsibilities and functions across agencies at various jurisdictional levels that have the charge of homeland security. Students will also focus on the methods and effectiveness of response systems and social justice issues. In addition, students will study practical actions in homeland security and develop skills to evaluate complex policy issues.

This course prepares students for the role that accountants play in the development, documentation, and application of accounting information systems (AIS). Key concepts covered include risk assessment, business processes, and emerging technologies. Special emphasis is placed on internal control, cybersecurity, and data analytics.

This course explores perspectives and real- world examples that underscore the opportunities surrounding environmental sustainability for businesses. Corporate and government-based policies provide a foundation for developing strategies pertaining to sustainability. Students evaluate environmental challenges and related practical solutions that are ethical and financially sound.

This course will introduce students to the history of forensic science along with current technologies, procedures and methods of laboratory analysis in use today. Topics covered will include recognition, protection, documentation and collection of physical evidence as well as analysis of such physical evidence. Legal recognition of new technologies will also be reviewed.

Following the guidelines set by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and its subsequent modifications, students will learn the fundamental methods of analysis required for conducting a robustEnvironment Impact Statement (EIS). Students will learn the fundamental elements of an EIS through the examination of contemporary cases.

This is the second of three intermediate accounting courses. The first part of the course covers revenue recognition accounting theory. Additional topics covered include cash and receivables, inventory, long-term assets and liabilities. Prerequisite ACC 305.

An introduction to current procedures and duties of public relations personnel will be studied. Students will write news releases, brochures, speeches, reports, memos, scripts, and ad copy using workshop format.