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Below is the list of courses required to complete the program. Courses are generally taken sequentially, one at a time, until the program is complete. Full course descriptions may be viewed by clicking on the course titles below. For further information, feel free to contact us.

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UNV-111 Philosophy and Practice of Lifelong Learning I1-2 Hours
- This course focuses on understanding and managing the transitions encountered upon entering formal higher education. Emphasis will be placed on developing the skills related to personal effectiveness and lifelong learning.
WRI-140 College Writing3 Hours
- This course provides the student with a basic understanding of the elements involved in the writing process by developing skills in various methods of writing. Students will write expressive and expository essays using the writing process of pre-writing, drafting, revising, and editing. They will also evaluate and synthesize various sources and ideas to develop an essay. This course helps students develop an ability to express their ideas effectively in writing, analyze expository and persuasive writing techniques, and establish a solid foundation for researching and securing information required for productive college level writing. Not open to students with a satisfactory grade in ENG-140. (Must be passed with a grade of "C" or higher.)
WRI-141 Research and Writing3 Hours
- This course focuses on advanced skills of expository and research writing. The course seeks to develop individual confidence in the effective use of professional communication and research writing skills. Students will write expository and research essays using the writing process of pre-writing, drafting, revising, and editing. By evaluating and synthesizing a variety of sources, creating an annotated bibliography, and drafting a formal article critique, students will sharpen their ability to communicate and think critically in an academic setting. Not open to students with a satisfactory grade in ENG-141. (Must be passed with a grade of "C" or higher.)
MAT-109 Foundations of College Math1-3 Hours
- This introductory math course prepares students for college-level algebra content. Foundational concepts covered in this course include real numbers, fractions, order of operations, simplifying and solving algebraic expressions and equations, factoring, and exponents.
BUS-105 Introduction to American Business3 Hours
- A survey of business principles, problems, and procedures including an overview of production and distribution of goods, ownership, competition, profit, managerial controls, personnel, government, and business relations.
PHE-212 Health, Wellness & Individual Performance Assessment w/Lab3 Hours
- Utilizing the philosophical framework of holistic health, this course provides an introduction to the principles and concepts essential to healthy living. A weekly laboratory component of the course will give students the opportunity to complete individual physical performance assessments on the five components of health-related physical fitness as well as non-physical assessments.
BIL-102 New Testament Survey3 Hours
- This course covers the literature of the New Testament. Special attention will be given to the life of Christ and the history of the early church, including the life of Paul.
COM-115 Introduction to Human Communication3 Hours
- Provides students with an understanding of communication encountered in various social settings, with an emphasis on both theoretical and practical aspects. Students will gain an understanding of communication as it affects the individual in message construction, interpersonal interaction, group and organizational settings, public settings, cultural settings, and mass communication settings. Also examines the ethics of communication, and participate in group projects, leading to presentations.
HST-160 Western Civilization3 Hours
- This survey course covers foundational cultures of Western Civilization from its beginnings in the Mesopotamian Valley through the modern era. Particular emphasis is given to major economic, political, social, and religious institutions that have fashioned the history of the Western experience.
MAT-116 Contemporary College Algebra3 Hours
- This skills-driven course will enable students to use mathematical language and models to describe real world mathematical relationships. Students will become familiar with equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, polynomial functions, rational and exponential functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and series and sequences. Students will become competent with technical tools used to visualize algebraic relationships. Pre-requisite: MAT-109, Foundations of College Math with a grade of "C" or higher
ECO-205 Basic Economics3 Hours
- An introduction to the principles essential to an understanding of fundamental economic problems within business and society.
PSY-155 Personal Adjustment3 Hours
- This course encompasses a study of stress management and coping skills, the factors that contribute to self-esteem and the maintenance of healthy interpersonal relationships, and the skills required for successful conflict resolution. The course will focus on strategies for developing and maintaining positive mental health. A theoretical framework is presented with a strong emphasis on practical application.
LIT-242 Literature and Ideas3 Hours
- This course is intended to challenge students to evaluate, analyze, and synthesize a variety of literature. Literary elements such as plot, setting, conflict, characterization, and point of view will be applied. The literary collection is organized through a focus or theme and requires students to critically examine their own thoughts and 21st century viewpoints. Not open to students with credit in ENG-242.
BUS-215 Introduction to Human Resources3 Hours
- An exploration of the various roles of people within the business community with emphasis on the nature of work, human efficiency and performance, leadership within work groups, and human relations problem solving.
BUS-220 Accounting for Business3 Hours
- A course in basic accounting including an emphasis on understanding how systems work, analysis of transactions, journals and ledgers, financial statements, and accounting information as a management tool.
FINA-180 Humanities Fine Arts3 Hours
- An integrated study of history and appreciation of art and music in Western culture from ancient times to present. (Part of the Humanities Core Curriculum.)
PHL-283 Philosophy and Christian Thought3 Hours
- A consideration of the doctrines held in common by the Christian church. The distinctive teachings held in the Wesleyan tradition will be noted.
BUS-150 Personal Finance3 Hours
- This course focuses on applying biblical principles to financial decision making through the vehicle of a personal financial plan. Students will assess their existing financial status, determine life goals, and develop a biblically-based plan for spending, investment, and risk management.
BIO-203 Environmental Conservation3 Hours
- An ecological approach to the study of conservation of natural resources as related to current environmental problems.
BUS-230 Global Issues3 Hours
- A consideration of the key ecological, social, economic, and political issues confronting the business world as it enters the 21st century.
BUS-225 Legal Environment of Business3 Hours
- An introduction to the legal environment of business. Emphasis will be on a realistic application of legal principles to everyday business situations.
BUS-274 Business Case Study3 Hours
- An integration of business principles, concepts, and skills applied to an actual business problem case study.

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