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BIBL 5003 - Biblical Lands Trip
3 credits
A course to prepare students for an on-site tour of selected Bible lands at the conclusion of the semester. The seminar is a survey of the Bible lands with special emphasis on their biblical, historical, geographical, archaeological, and cultural associations. Special travel fee is required.
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BIBL 5103 - Old Testament Introduction: Background & Theology
3 credits
This serves as an introductory graduate survey that examines the basic structure and biblical content of the Old Testament as well as the core history of Israel in tandem with their relationships to other contemporaneous Near Eastern peoples. This course will also assist students in developing a foundational understanding of hermeneutical and exegetical method and essential theological themes as they interface with the Old Testament canonical literature.
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BIBL 5163 - Jesus and Discipleship
3 credits
This course examines the person, teaching, and work of Jesus in light of the entire biblical story. It explains the nature and practice of Christian discipleship in the context of the New Covenant, which brings the divine grace, promises, and demands of previous covenants to their fullest expression. It considers the substance and scope of the “Good News” which lies at the heart of New Testament proclamation about Jesus. In these ways, the course offers an expansive view of Jesus as the central and defining figure of Christian faith, life, ministry, and mission. (Same as THEO 5163)
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BIBL 5173 - Fasting, Prayer, and Spiritual Warfare
3 credits
A course in the spiritual disciplines of prayer and fasting in view of a theology of spiritual warfare. Taught from a Pentecostal perspective, this course in the theory and praxis of prayer and fasting will primarily explore the scriptural basis for fasting and prayer as means to express a militant spirituality and resolve spiritual conflict. Different Christian traditions over the history of the church will be addressed with an emphasis on important theologian practitioners, finally moving towards a synthesis with a goal of putting a biblical theology of spiritual warfare into practice. (Same as THEO 5173)
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BIBL 5203 - New Testament Introduction: Background & Theology
3 credits
This course serves as an introductory graduate survey of the New Testament beginning with an overview of the major literary components of the Gospels, Acts, the Pauline corpus, the General epistles, and Revelation. The entire scope of the New Testament writings will be reviewed in terms of authorship, date, occasion for writing, as well as for structure and theological content. Attention will also be given to the textual traditions, language and canonicity of the NT.
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BIBL 5253 - Corinthian Correspondence
3 credits
A course focusing on Paul’s epistles to the Corinthians in the context of his larger relationship with the church at Corinth. Study of both the historical-critical setting as well as careful, passage by passage exposition of the text will be pursued in an effort to grasp the theological import of this watershed text. The course will also include a review of the history of the epistles’ interpretation, a discussion of the larger issues in the current academic discussion on Paul’s works and thought, and the potential impact of these epistles’ timeless thoughts on contemporary culture.
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BIBL 5303 - Entering the Biblical Narrative
3 credits
This course seeks to ground biblical and theological reflection in the over-arching story of the Christian Scriptures. Thus it assumes that the biblical text will be read responsively within its worldview. In this way, the text is not only interpreted by, but also transforms the reader. Students are equipped to embody the effective nature of these living texts within their own cultural contexts.
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BIBL 5333 - A Biblical Theology of Dreams and Visions
3 credits
Dreams, along with prophecy and visions have been understood to be a significant expression of the out-pouring of God’s Spirit in the Old Testament. In the New Testament, Luke also champions dreams and visions. This course investigates the broad topics of sleep, dreams, visions, and divine revelation in both the Old and New Testaments. It is a study that attempts to pull together the disparate reflections on the biblical understanding of dreams from a Pentecostal-Charismatic perspective.
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BIBL 5553 - Reading the Bible
3 credits
This course serves as an introductory graduate experience in biblical and Christ-centered interpretation as applied to the entire scope of the biblical canon. Special attention is given to the development of an intellectual framework for biblical interpretation, coupled with methods that lay a solid foundation for both oral and written exposition.
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BIBL 6413 - Deuteronomy
3 credits
A course focusing on the book of Deuteronomy as a central theological text of the Old Testament and indeed, the whole canon of Scripture. This course studies the nature of biblical covenants and the structure of Deuteronomy as it conducts careful exposition of key passages and themes. It attends to the history of interpretation and current state of academic study of Deuteronomy as well as the continuing relevance of the message of Deuteronomy.
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BIBL 6533 - Gospel of Mark
3 credits
This course offers an overview of the theology, historical context, and content of the Gospel of Mark. Utilizing the tools of biblical exegesis, each week will consider major topics in Markan studies, including Christology and discipleship, and specific texts within Mark as they relate to the Gospel’s overall intention and purpose. Application to modern ministry contexts will be encouraged throughout.
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BIBL 6843-6883 - Topics in Biblical Studies
3 credits
(Offered in various topics) These courses study books of the Bible and topics in the field, focusing on exegetical depth, theological breadth, and interpretive issues in order to equip students to communicate biblical truth in contemporary contexts. Sample course titles include: Proverbs, Romans, and Revelation.
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Business Administration |
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BUSM 5001 - Introduction to Finance and Accounting
1 credits
This course will introduce MBA students without undergraduate coursework in Finance and Accounting to basic principles, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, ratio analysis, the time value of money and how risk affects capital budgeting. (Grade Pass/No Credit)
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BUSM 5073 - Management Communications
3 credits
This course is designed to strengthen communication skills and prepare students for success as MBA students and as organizational leaders. Topics include research and writing (APA style), executive summaries, memos and reports, oral presentations, listening and feedback, personal leadership skills and business case study analysis. Fee required
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BUSM 5153 - Negotiations
3 credits
An examination of the theory and processes of negotiation in a variety of business settings. Graduate students improve negotiation skills, prepare strategies and analyze outcomes. Fee required
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BUSM 5173 - Risk Management
3 credits
A study of the principles and tools of Enterprise Risk Management. Students will learn best practices for identifying, assessing and controlling threats to an organization. Topics include establishing a risk management plan, identifying insurance options, managing project risk, and preparing for the Project Management Institutes Risk Management Professional Certification.
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BUSM 5213 - Leadership Challenges
3 credits
This course examines leadership theory and the application to current challenges. Students learn to evaluate and develop professional leadership skills particularly in the areas of conflict resolution, change management, and team development. See Tuition and Fees for required fee amount.
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BUSM 5313 - Information Technology Management
3 credits
An introduction to business information systems concepts, uses, and issues from a management perspective.
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BUSM 5413 - Organizational Management
3 credits
A study in the structure and functioning of complex organizations, as are organizational change processes. Topics covered include leadership, individual and group behavior, systems and culture. Issues relating to managing change and ethics are addressed through the use of case studies.
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BUSM 5433 - Project Management
3 credits
A focus on the tools and techniques required to plan, direct, control and manage resources to meet the technical requirements, cost targets and time constraints of a project and to meet project objectives.
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BUSM 5453 - Marketing Management
3 credits
An analysis of corporate marketing concepts. Evaluation of effective pricing, product development, promotion, channel selection and consumer behavior evaluation are considered.
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BUSM 5493 - Conflict Resolution
3 credits
This course focuses on the processes of informal conflict in organizations, as well as more formal situations of negotiation and bargaining. By observing conflict and negotiation in a variety of settings, the student learns multiple methods of analysis and response to this type of organizational situation.
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BUSM 5533 - Human Resource Management
3 credits
This course will examine the strategic role of human resources systems in supporting the business objectives of an organization. Topics include organizational development, building and managing teams, conflict resolution and human resource issues in the global business environment.
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BUSM 5573 - Financial Management
3 credits
The study of a firms investment and financing decisions. Topics treated intensively include valuation and risk, capital budgeting, financial leveraging.
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BUSM 5622 - Coaching Project Managers
2 credits
A study of the Project Management process from the perspective of an executive leader or project sponsor. This course focuses on how to use the coaching process to support managers and develop more effective leaders.
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BUSM 5663 - Agile Project Management
3 credits
An introduction to the principles and methodologies of Agile Project Management which are particularly applicable to project requirements that are continuously changing, such as software design.
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BUSM 5693 - Finance for Managers
3 credits
This course provides an introduction the essential components of organizational finance that any leader should understand. Students will gain a foundational overview of the basic principles of organizational finance. Topics include the goals and functions of financial management, financial analysis and planning, working capital management, and long-term financing.
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BUSM 5773 - Faith, Ethics and Business
3 credits
This course explores the relationship between Christian faith and ethics with business practices, along with the moral and spiritual development of businesspersons. Major topics include the relationship of faith and theology to finance and accounting, marketing, economics, legal and ethical issues, and approaches to leadership and management.
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BUSM 5793 - Change Management
3 credits
This course focuses on forecasting and designing alternative futures for organizations and understanding organizational change as it relates to mission, strategies, tactics,
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BUSM 6123 - International Business
3 credits
Discussion and analysis of international business operations from a management framework, including the role of multinational corporations.
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BUSM 6143 - International Economic Topics
3 credits
A study of international economic issues relevant to a specific country or region in the context of a foreign study tour. (Special travel fees apply)
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BUSM 6183 - Management Consulting
3 credits
This course explores what it means to be a management consultant. Effort will be placed on developing proficiencies in a range of skills required to practice consulting. Students will apply consulting fundamentals to a real consulting project and work as a team to deliver viable solutions to foster and manage organizational change.
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BUSM 6243 - Business Innovation and Research
3 credits
A review of the entrepreneurial planning process and methodology of business research. Students write a business plan, conduct market research or evaluate a business problem, issue or possibility that will be completed over the subsequent three semesters.
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BUSM 6253 - Intermediate Accounting for Managers
3 credits
Study and application of intermediate accounting concepts used by management for planning and controlling organizational activities.
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BUSM 6373 - Strategy for Social Impact Organizations
3 credits
A capstone course study of the role of strategic thinking for nonprofits and other organizations committed to social impact. This course integrates previous course work.
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BUSM 6423 - Management of Non-Profits
3 credits
A study of the unique challenges of leading and managing nonprofit organizations. Topics include working with a Board and volunteers, and strategic planning and assessing the effectiveness of the organizations mission.
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BUSM 6463 - Operations Management
3 credits
A study of the strategies for the production of goods and delivery of services. Topics include supply chain management, inventory, requirements planning, product and process design, facility, layout, job design, customer order fulfillment, production planning, and operations analysis. (Course fee required)
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BUSM 6473 - Applied Economics for Managers
3 credits
Applies principles of economics to business decision-making. Topics include marginal analysis decision-making, optimization and value maximization, price theory and effective pricing analysis, applying economic principles to solve asymmetric information issues, revenue and cost solutions, and game theory.
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BUSM 6513 - Legal and Ethical Responsibility
3 credits
A study of business law and ethics, with an emphasis on recognizing ethical dilemmas, managing legal risk and leading with integrity. Legal topics include contracts, torts, intellectual property and organizational structure. Fee required
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BUSM 6753 - Corporate Strategy
3 credits
This is an integrated course on the design and implementation of corporate and business unit strategies that create sustainable and competitive advantage. Students must have a working familiarity with all major functional areas. Topics include developing plans for organizational success and evaluating outcomes.
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BUSM 6943 - Research Project or Thesis
3 credits
Primary or secondary research based upon a topic or area of interest related to students workplace or career. (Grade Pass/No Credit)
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BUSM 6951 - Internship
1 credits
An internship is an opportunity for graduate students to apply theoretical principles to practice in a functioning organizational setting.
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BUSM 6952 - Internship
2 credits
An internship is an opportunity for graduate students to apply theoretical principles to practice in a functioning organizational setting.
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BUSM 6953 - Internship
3 credits
An internship is an opportunity for graduate students to apply theoretical principles to practice in a functioning organizational setting.
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BUSM 6960 - Internship
3 credits
An internship is an opportunity for graduate students to apply theoretical principles to practice in a functioning organizational setting.
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BUSM 6961 - Internship
1 credits
An internship is an opportunity for graduate students to apply theoretical principles to practice in a functioning organizational setting.
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BUSM 6962 - Internship
2 credits
An internship is an opportunity for graduate students to apply theoretical principles to practice in a functioning organizational setting.
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BUSM 6963 - Internship
3 credits
An internship is an opportunity for graduate students to apply theoretical principles to practice in a functioning organizational setting.
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BUSM 7073 - Strategic Thinking and Planning
3 credits
This course explores the facilitation of a “Thinking Mindset” as the first step in effective strategic planning for business and nonprofit organizations. Topics include competitive analysis, mission statements, stakeholder input, goal setting and assessment.
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BUSM 7113 - Financial Management
3 credits
This course studies the financial aspects of managerial decisions, including developing budgets, financial structure, raising capital and financial stability.
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BUSM 7223 - Data-Driven Decisions
3 credits
Big Data” is the process of examining large amounts of data to discern patterns and make better decisions. This course reviews the tools and techniques of Data Analytics and its significant role in business decisions.
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BUSM 7323 - Leadership and Crisis Management
3 credits
The purpose of this course is to understand how to identify and resolve crisis situations. Students will learn about agile leadership and how to lead under stress and pressure. Theories and practices of strategic and operational planning for crisis management will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking when the stakes are high. Students will explore the need for creativity and innovation and the power of influence during significant organizational disruptions.
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BUSM 7353 - Conflict Management
3 credits
Conflict can come from any number of directions: project complexity, misaligned stakeholders, diverse team members, scarcity of resources, or competing organizational structures. Effective leaders must identify and manage conflicting values and priorities that are in tension with each other. This course focuses on the approaches that a leader can use to resolve both internal conflict within an organization and conflict between organizations and other parties.
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BUSM 7523 - Managing Innovation
3 credits
Successful organizations know the significance of innovation in staying relevant, attracting talented employees, and providing quality products and services. This course will study various theoretical foundations and business cases to develop an understanding of the factors that lead to successful innovation and creativity in organizations.
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BUSM 7603 - Organizational Consulting
3 credits
This course studies the requirements of successful organizational consulting, including diagnostic and problem-solving methodologies, client engagement, common mistakes and ethical issues in consulting.
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CHIS 5493 - History of Renewal Movements
3 credits
This course will examine the biblical, theological, and cultural impact of renewal and reformation movements in history. Beginning with Old Testament prophetic calls for national and individual renewal and righteousness leading up to the coming Messiah and the Acts 2 Spirit outpouring upon “all flesh”, this course explores the exchatological and musicological foundations of renewal. Students will study reformation movements from the 16th century and beyond with special focus upon religious and sociological reformation and revival movements in the 19th and 20th century and how soci-political movements such as the Abolition, Labor, Women’s Suffrage, and Temperance movements parallel the cultural turmoil, opportunity, and patterns for turning around churches in the current era. How did those movements influence and birth the Holiness, Foreign Missions, and Pentecostal Movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries? In addition, key figures and institutional/denominational will provide implications and learning’s for current and future generations of Pentecostal and Evangelical leaders. (Same as CMIN 5493)
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CHIS 6163 - The Journey of The Early Church
3 credits
Emphasizes the development of Christianity in the centuries from the post- Apostolic era into the fourth century with a significant emphasis upon its existence vis-a-vis pagan society and the Constantinian Empire. Topics will include: the place of martyrs as witnesses to the passion of Christ, the efforts and goals of apologists, the faith and practice of the early Church as seen by both insiders and outsiders, the development of Christian theology, and the fervor surrounding Constantine and the Council of Nicaea. Consideration will be made of both the early Church in its context and related lessons for contemporary Christianity.
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CHIS 6423 - Historical Theology
3 credits
This course invites the student to consider the development of orthodox Christian theology and reflect on its significance for current expressions of Pentecostal-charismatic communities in a global context. There exists an ongoing need to provide a rationale for the historic creeds and confessions of the Christian church. The aim is to provide the student the skills necessary for critical, loyal engagement with their own confessional tradition. (Same as THEO 6423)
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CHIS 7043 - Historical Models of Ministry Leadership
3 credits
This course examines how Christian leaders in various contexts have demonstrated leadership approaches. Students will focus on leadership practices by key figures, and organizations with a goal of diagnosing the nature and function of models, the impact of Christian beliefs on leadership practices, and the process of discerning whether models apply to new contexts.
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CMIN 5083 - Critical Components of Growing Churches
3 credits
This course will examine critical components of growing churches with an eye for missional, transformational, and practical application. It will focus on leader, culture, structure, and keystone systems of a growing church. Students will explore how the heart health of the leader impacts healthy and sustainable organizational growth, how culture is crafted intentionally within the organization and how to create structures and key systems that foster growth within the church. In addition, the students thinking will be challenged and leadership skill set expanded as they wrestle with the contextualization of these ministry components in their unique ministry environment. (Same as PMIN 5083) (Same as PMIN 5083)
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CMIN 5113 - Creating Healthy Churches
3 credits
This course will explore church health and growth in the early, middle, and mature years of a church’s existence. It will further address the areas of healthy leadership disciplines and how to mentor healthy leaders. This course will provide the student with the understanding of the nature of healthy, growing, multiplying churches. It will also provide the student with the needed mindset and skills to help a church realize health, growth, and multiplication. (Same as PMIN 5113)
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CMIN 5153 - Recalibrating Churches
3 credits
This course equips pastors to help churches fulfill their mission by learning how to discern a local church’s distinctive mandate from God, to transform the culture of the church they lead, to identify and cultivate momentum, and to both learn and tell the story of that particular church. (Same as PMIN 5153)
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CMIN 5163 - Team Building and Managing Conflict
3 credits
This course will examine working with teams and successful ways to manage conflict within the church/ministry setting. The student will understand the foundations for team leadership and how to discern components of real teams. To help the student appreciate and embrace the multiple applications of team leadership in various ministry settings; to prevent the isolationist tendencies in ministers that lead to burnout or ego problems; to understand different types of conflict, causes of conflict and skills to address conflict issues within the church/ministry context. (Same as PMIN 5163)
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CMIN 5213 - Ethical and Legal Concerns in Ministry
3 credits
This course will examine the development of a constructive Christian ethic as a basis from which to address the moral problems and legal issues confronting the church in today’s culture. Students will explore the relationship between theological reflection and ethical thinking in light of the church’s moral mission in society.
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CMIN 5363 - The Meaning of Christian Community
3 credits
This course explores the implications of ‘mission’: What does the church exist for? Emphasis is placed both on a biblical understanding of the people of God and historic expressions of that community through the centuries. These observations will then serve as a framework for critically evaluating current issues facing church life and organization. Students will be encouraged to consider how they might be express biblically centered expressions of Christian community in diverse ethnic, social and global contexts.
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CMIN 5383 - Turnaround Churches
3 credits
The purpose of the course is to introduce the student to the principles and procedures of turning around plateaued and declining churches in North American. At the end of the course the student should be able to: (1) explain why churches become plateaued or decline in attendance; (2) develop a basic plan to help revitalize churches; and (3) spell out the essential steps, principles, and procedures for turning around churches. (Same as PMIN 5383)
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CMIN 5493 - History of Renewal Movements
3 credits
This course will examine the biblical, theological, and cultural impact of renewal and reformation movements in history. Beginning with Old Testament prophetic calls for national and individual renewal and righteousness leading up to the coming Messiah and the Acts 2 Spirit outpouring upon “all flesh”, this course explores the exchatological and musicological foundations of renewal. Students will study reformation movements from the 16th century and beyond with special focus upon religious and sociological reformation and revival movements in the 19th and 20th century and how soci-political movements such as teh Abolition, Labor, Wone’s Suffrage, and Temperance movements parallel the cultural turmoil, opportunity, and patterns for turning around churches in the current era. How did those movements influence and birth the Holiness, Foreign Missions, and Pentecostal Movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries? In addition, key figures and institutional/denominational will provide implications and learning’s for current and future generations of Pentecostal and Evangelical leaders. (Same as CHIS 5493)
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CMIN 5913 - Cultural Change Paradigm Travel Course
3 credits
This course will examine the new paradigm needed for refocusing a church to be outward-focused in a pluralistic society. It will focus on ministry analysis, values discovery, mission, vision and development of a cultural change process – creating change as well as determining the church’s readiness for change. In addition, students will travel together on a paradigm trip to one or more outward-focused churches for discovery, analysis along with execution of a ministry plan. (Same as PMIN 5913)
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CMIN 6173 - Strategic Planning and Organizational Change
3 credits
This course will examine the strategic planning process for redefining the shape of a missional organization in a pluralistic society. It will focus on ministry analysis, values discovery, mission, vision, and strategy development, ministry contingencies and evaluation. Students will explore the leader’s role in organizational change - creating and preventing change as well as determining the organization’s readiness for change. In addition, students explore the reasons for resistance to change and strategies for coping with resistance.
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CMIN 6183 - Motivation, Coaching, And Mentoring
3 credits
This course explores the practice of mentoring in the context of missional ministry. Students will be exposed to mentoring in a variety of contexts, and will examine and experience community as a missional people as well as the intricacies of motivating, coaching, and disciplining people.
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CMIN 6453 - The Spirituality of Christian Worship
3 credits
Participants in this course define and exegete ‘worship’ as a biblical theme and are introduced to the ‘psychology’ of worship and group dynamics. Furthermore, the class explores the spectrum of secular manifestations of ‘worship’ as a means to both understanding popular culture and framing Christian worship as distinct from these expressions.
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COUN 5053 - Marriage and Family Therapy
3 credits
In this course, students will gain an introduction to theories and models of counseling couples and families. Attention is given to specific issue that bring couples and families to counseling.
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COUN 5153 - Research Methods and Program Evaluation
3 credits
Students will gain an understanding of a variety of research methods and designs, and statistical analysis. Emphasis is placed on the use of research in informing evidence-based practices and program evaluation.
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COUN 5173 - Crisis Counseling and Abuse
3 credits
Students will learn about crisis theory and intervention, multidisciplinary responses to crises, and bio-psycho-social impacts of trauma on individuals, families, and communities. Additionally, students will gain an overview of issues surrounding child, partner, and elder abuse. Special attention is given to the assessment of and the legal and ethical responsibilities of a mandated reporter.
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COUN 5303 - Group Counseling
3 credits
In this course, student will study group process and dynamics including group formation, leadership styles, therapeutic factors and outcomes, and types of groups and various group settings. The students will participate in a group experience consisting of 10 clock hours.
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COUN 5343 - Biological Bases of Behavior: Psychopharmacology
3 credits
This course presents an overview of neuropsychology and psychopharmacology. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between neurophysiology and psychotropic medications, as well as on how such interactions influence psychotherapy, treatment planning, interventions, and referrals.
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COUN 5403 - Psychotherapeutic Systems
3 credits
In this course, students will gain an overview of current counseling theories and the selection of appropriate interventions, and will work towards the development a personal model of counseling.
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COUN 5453 - Psychopathology and Diagnosis
3 credits
This course focuses on the diagnosis process, differential diagnosis, and treatment of the psychopathologies and how those pathologies differ in various cultures. Emphasis is placed on the use of the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
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COUN 5503 - Multicultural Issues in Counseling
3 credits
In this course, students will study multicultural counseling theories and differences in psychology and behavior in various cultures including the students culture. Attention is given to the counselors role promoting social justice, advocating for diverse populations, understanding the effects of socio-economic status, eliminating prejudices and intentional and unintentional discrimination and oppression.
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COUN 5553 - Professional Orientation and Law and Ethics
3 credits
In this course, students will gain an understanding of the history, philosophy, and practice of counseling. Specific attention is given legal and ethical standards for licensed counselors.
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COUN 5663 - Professional Orientation and California Law and Ethics
3 credits
In this course, students will examine California law and professional ethics, as well as professional ethical standards.
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COUN 5773 - Theology and Counseling
3 credits
This course presents a Christian theological perspective and encourages the student to think deeply about their own beliefs about the nature of humans in light of contemporary issues in the field of counseling.
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COUN 5943 - Counseling Skills
3 credits
In this course, students will study and practice essential interviewing and counseling skills. The student will also examine counselor characteristics and behaviors that influence the helping process.
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COUN 5953 - Helping Relationships
3 credits
In this course student will examine the role of the counselors in different settings, learn about the formation of treatment and intervention plans, and suicide prevention models and techniques. Additionally, the student will examine case management and systems of care for the severely mentally ill.
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COUN 5963 - Practicum: Field Experience
3 credits
In this course, students will gain practical supervised experience in a counseling setting. Attention is given to developing interviewing, basic counseling, and remedial case conceptualization skills.
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COUN 6143 - Human Sexuality and Relationships
3 credits
In this course, students will examine physiological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors of sexual behavior, gender identity, and psychosexual dysfunction.
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COUN 6363 - Career Counseling
3 credits
This course provides an overview of theories and models of career development, counseling, and decision-making. Attention is given to the process of assessing and implementing personal, career, and educational goals of clients.
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COUN 6393 - Assessment and Appraisal
3 credits
In this course, student will gain an overview of assessment and appraisal techniques and their application to counseling interventions. Specific attention is given to interpreting and reading assessment reports and applying evaluations to counseling.
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COUN 6453 - Advanced Counseling Theories and Practice
3 credits
In this course, students study and apply counseling theories and interventions. Attention is given to the selection of appropriate interventions, the evaluation of therapy outcomes, and multicultural issues in counseling.
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COUN 6603 - Human Growth and Development
3 credits
This course is a survey of human growth and development across the lifespan. The interaction of biological, psychological, cultural, socio-economic, spiritual, and environmental factors on development. One third of the course is allotted for the study of geriatric and long-term care issues.
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COUN 6763 - Substance Abuse Counseling and Interventions
3 credits
This course looks at the psychological, physiological, and sociological factors of addiction, placing emphasis on evaluation, interventions, treatments, and prevention techniques across different cultures.
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COUN 6943 - Internship I
3 credits
This course represents the first of two consecutive semesters in a clinical setting (with supervised counseling). The student combines course knowledge and practicum experience at his or her internship site. Students will practice case consultation and conceptualization with their peers.
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COUN 6953 - Internship II
3 credits
This course represents the second of two consecutive semesters in a clinical setting (with supervised counseling). The student combines course knowledge and practicum experience at his or her internship site. Students will practice case consultation and conceptualization with their peers.
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COUN 6961 - Internship Continuation
1 credits
Continuing enrollment in Internship past Internship II.
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PSYC 7773 - Theology of Psychology
3 credits
This course presents a Christian theological perspective and encourages the student to think deeply about their own beliefs about the nature of humans in light of contemporary issues in the field of psychology.
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PSYC 7773 - Theology of Psychology
3 credits
This course presents a Christian theological perspective and encourages the student to think deeply about their own beliefs about the nature of humans in light of contemporary issues in the field of psychology.
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DRAM 5423 - Theatre Arts Methods
3 credits
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EDMA 5003 - Culturally Responsive Teaching
3 credits
An introduction to the historical background and theory of inclusive education. Examines the nature of the multicultural social fabric and its effects upon education. Demographics related to our plural social system and the nature of bias upon equality of opportunity in educational systems is discussed. Issues impacting teacher expectations and achievement of students are considered.
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EDMA 5013 - Instructional Design
3 credits
Introduces the theory and practice of effective teaching, emphasizing lesson planning and delivery based on instructional objectives. Incorporates philosophical, historical, and sociological development of American education. Covers Washington State learning goals, including Essential Academic Learning Requirements (EALRs) and Grade Level Expectations (GLEs). Provides opportunities for micro-teaching to develop instructional skills.
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EDMA 5023 - Classroom Management
3 credits
This course provides prospective teachers with a conceptual framework and a practical knowledge base for proactive and corrective management in the P-12 classroom. Topics include the critical role of leadership in the classroom, the power of teacher-student relationships, the strategic set-up of the classroom and its procedures, and disciplinary interventions.
Prerequisite: Admission to the professional sequence. Courses taken in sequence as required by the College of Education.
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