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1 COLLEGE OF ADULT & GRADUATE STUDIES CATALOG 39 COURSE LEVELS AND SUBJECT PREFIXES Course Levels Lower-Level (UG) Freshman courses Sophomore courses Subject Prefixes Upper-Level (UG) Junior courses Senior courses Upper-Level (GR) Graduate courses Graduate courses ACT ANT ART BIA BIB BSM BSN BUA CMN Accounting Anthropology Art Biblical Arts Bible Business Management Business Business Administration Communication Studies ECO EDU ENG ETH HIS HMS LDR LIT MAT Economics Education English Ethics History Human Services Leadership Literature Mathematics MIN MNS PHI PSY PYC SCI SOC SPE STS Ministry Ministries Philosophy Psychology Psychology Science Sociology Speech Study Skills ACADEMIC PROGRAMS SUMMARY Undergraduate Associate of Arts (A.A.)... Page 40 Accounting (B.S.)... Page 41 Business Management (B.S.)... Page 41 Communication Studies (B.S.)... Page 42 Health Psychology (B.S.)... Page 42 Ministries (B.S.)... Page 43 Psychology (B.S.)... Page 43 Graduate Business Administration (MBA)... Page 44 Divinity (M.Div.)... Page 45 Education (MAED)... Page 45 Human Services (MAHS)... Page 46 Organizational Leadership (MOL)... Page 46 Leadership (Graduate Certificate)... Page 47 Theological Studies (MATS)... Page 47 Christian Studies (Graduate Certificate)... Page 47 FOCUS ADULT UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM The FOCUS Adult Undergraduate program at Northwestern offers a variety of options in an accelerated format designed for busy, working adults to complete their Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree or a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. Students complete a degree program by taking one course at a time and by meeting one night per week on-site, online, or in a blended cohort structure. Depending on the number of credits transferred into the program, the A.A. coursework takes approximately 32 months to complete and most of the B.S. major coursework takes approximately months to complete except for the B.S. major in Accounting which takes months to complete. General Education Categories credits Written Communication... 6 cr English Composition... 3 cr Research Writing... 3 cr Oral Communication... 3 cr Speech... 3 cr Social Sciences (2 Areas)... 8 cr Humanities (2 Areas)... 6 cr Science & Mathematics (2 Areas)... 8 cr Mathematics... 4 cr BSM4050 or PYC4045/PYC4046 can be used to satisfy this requirement Lab Science... 4 cr Requirement to Take Upper-Level Major Courses FOCUS Adult Undergraduate program students need a minimum of 30 credits which must include ENG1109 Composition and Editing; ENG2209 Argumentative Research Writing; and SPE1079 Public Speaking and Communication Fundamentals (or equivalent courses) to take upper-level major courses.

2 40 UNIVERSITY OF NORTHWESTERN ST. PAUL CATALOG Major Summary Chart GENERAL MAJOR ELECTIVE TOTAL PROGRAM EDUCATION CREDITS CREDITS CREDITS Accounting Business Management Communication Studies Health Psychology Ministries Psychology Elective credits can originate in any area of collegiate coursework and may be earned through standardized examinations, prior learning assessment (PLA) portfolio, online learning, or other methods. Needed credits may be adjusted if general education curriculum or major credit changes occur during the year. Minor Summary Chart MINOR MINOR PROGRAM AVAILABLE CREDITS Accounting No N/A Business Management Yes 18 Communication Studies Yes 18 Health Psychology Yes 18 Ministries Yes 18 Psychology Yes 18 Associate of Arts: General Studies The Associate of Arts in General Studies is for students who have zero or minimal prior college credits. Students complete foundational coursework designed with a Christian worldview to help students integrate faith and learning. Graduates of this program are able to transition into one of the existing B.S. programs or pursue an undergraduate degree at another institution. The degree is granted upon successful completion of the required courses and 60 credits. General Education Categories credits Written Communication... 6 cr English Composition... 3 cr Research Writing... 3 cr Oral Communication... 3 cr Speech... 3 cr Social Sciences (2 Areas)... 8 cr Humanities (2 Areas)... 6 cr Science & Mathematics (2 Areas)... 8 cr Mathematics... 4 cr Lab Science... 4 cr Bible cr Old Testament... 2 cr New Testament... 2 cr Bible Study Methods... 2 cr Select from BIA, BIB... 8 cr Electives credits Total credits

3 COLLEGE OF ADULT & GRADUATE STUDIES CATALOG 41 Accounting The Bachelor of Science in Accounting provides students with a conceptual knowledge of accounting and develops specialized skills in financial accounting, managerial accounting, and information systems while learning to integrate a Christian perspective into the business setting. Students will also develop specialized learning in taxation, auditing, non-profit, and governmental accounting. This program will prepare students to serve in careers as corporate controllers, financial officers, internal auditors, governmental accountants, or accountants in charitable organizations. This program meets the education requirements to sit for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination. The State of Minnesota requires the completion of 150 credits to be licensed as a CPA; however, a 150-credit major is not required. Required Major Courses credits ACT4031 Financial Accounting... 4 cr ACT4032 Managerial Accounting... 4 cr ACT4131 Intermediate Accounting I... 4 cr ACT4132 Intermediate Accounting II... 4 cr ACT4235 Advanced Accounting... 4 cr ACT4335 Cost Accounting... 4 cr ACT4337 Income Taxation... 4 cr ACT4339 Auditing... 4 cr BSM4025 Business Ethics... 2 cr BSM4034 Management... 3 cr BSM4050 Business Mathematics and Statistics... 3 cr BSM4052 BSM4054 BSM4063 BSM4065 BSN4032 BSN4067 BSN4165 ETH4021 ETH4023 Macroeconomics... 2 cr Microeconomics... 2 cr Business Law and Contracts... 2 cr Information Management... 2 cr Finance... 3 cr Corporate Strategies... 3 cr Business Law Partnerships and Corporations... 3 cr Foundations for Ethics... 2 cr Worldview and Ethics... 2 cr Business Management The Bachelor of Science in Business Management prepares students to provide leadership within businesses and organizations. Emphasis is on the role of leadership for business and organizational planning, effectiveness, and problem-solving through the application of professional skills, management techniques, team building, and the formulation and implementation of business strategies. Attention is given to contract law, marketing, economics, and managerial accounting and finance. The program also contains courses that help students apply Christian values and ethics to situations in the business setting. Required Major Courses credits BSM4007 Professional Skills in Business... 1 cr BSM4025 Business Ethics... 2 cr BSM4030 Accounting... 3 cr BSM4032 Finance... 3 cr BSM4034 Management... 3 cr BSM4043 International Business... 2 cr BSM4050 Business Mathematics and Statistics... 3 cr BSM4052 Macroeconomics... 2 cr BSM4054 BSM4061 BSM4063 BSM4065 BSM4067 BSM4069 ETH4021 ETH4023 Microeconomics... 2 cr Marketing... 3 cr Business Law and Contracts... 2 cr Information Management... 2 cr Corporate Strategies... 3 cr Management of Operations... 2 cr Foundations for Ethics... 2 cr Worldview and Ethics... 2 cr BSM4034 and either BSM4061 or BSM4063 plus any other BSM-prefix courses from the major (except BSM4067, ETH4021, ETH4023)

4 42 UNIVERSITY OF NORTHWESTERN ST. PAUL CATALOG Communication Studies The Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies provides students with a conceptual knowledge of communication and develops skills in thinking, writing, speaking, conducting research, technology, conflict resolution, mediation, and public relations. This degree promotes the effective and ethical practice of a Christian communicator in a civil and democratic society. Communication studies is an academic field that focuses on how people use messages to generate meanings within and across various contexts, cultures, channels, and media. Required Major Courses credits CMN4013 Concepts of Communication... 2 cr CMN4015 Communication Theory and Practice... 2 cr CMN4016 Intercultural Communication... 2 cr CMN4017 Group Communication... 2 cr CMN4018 Interpersonal Communication... 2 cr CMN4025 Communication Ethics... 2 cr CMN4031 Business Communication... 2 cr CMN4032 Public Relations Principles and Writing... 2 cr CMN4034 Public Relations Event Planning... 2 cr CMN4042 CMN4044 CMN4046 CMN4048 CMN4051 CMN4855 ETH4021 ETH4023 Advanced Speaking and Presentation... 2 cr Technology and Communication... 2 cr Communication and Conflict Resolution... 2 cr Mediation and Communication... 2 cr Methods of Communication Research... 3 cr Communication Capstone... 3 cr Foundations for Ethics... 2 cr Worldview and Ethics... 2 cr CMN4013 plus any other CMN-prefix courses from the major (except CMN4051, CMN4052, ETH4021, ETH4023) Health Psychology The Bachelor of Science in Health Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis provides students with the theoretical background of how psychological, behavioral, cultural, and social factors influence health and illness. The program offers an overview of health psychology as well as specific courses (see required concentration courses listed below) in preparation for the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) knowledge exam (see the BACB website at bacb.com for additional requirements). Applications of applied behavior analysis include building the skills of children in school settings; enhancing the development, abilities, and choices of children and adults with different kinds of disabilities; and enhancing the performance and satisfaction of employees in organizations and businesses. The program is designed for students who are interested in the helping professions and work in residential care, hospitals, community education programs, and behavior intervention and change programs. Required Major Courses credits ETH4021 Foundations for Ethics... 2 cr ETH4023 Worldview and Ethics... 2 cr PYC4005 Foundations of Health Psychology... 3 cr PYC4034 Health Promotion Through the Lifespan... 3 cr PYC4051 Principles of Counseling... 3 cr PYC4079 Abnormal Psychology... 3 cr PYC4087 Stress and Pain Management... 3 cr PYC4855 Health Psychology Capstone... 2 cr Required Concentration Courses credits PYC4101 Applied Behavior Analysis I... 3 cr PYC4102 Applied Behavior Analysis II... 3 cr PYC4105 Learning and Behavior Analysis... 3 cr PYC4127 Ethics in Health and Behavior Analysis... 2 cr PYC4141 Research Methods in Health and Behavior Analysis... 3 cr PYC4143 Screening and Assessment... 3 cr PYC4005, PYC4034, PYC4087 plus any other PYC-prefix courses from the major (except ETH4021, ETH4023, PYC4855)

5 COLLEGE OF ADULT & GRADUATE STUDIES CATALOG 43 Ministries The Bachelor of Science in Ministries prepares students to serve God in ministry. Whether called to be in a church, non-profit, or cross-cultural situation, students explore the knowledge, skills, and personal values that will prepare them biblically, relationally, practically, and incarnationally for service in God s kingdom work. Students are expected to be embedded in ministry during this program. Ministry learning and reflections are compiled throughout the program in the student s portfolio. The capstone course will synthesize all coursework and portfolio elements into a final philosophy of ministry document. Required Major Courses credits MNS4005 Introduction to Ministry... 2 cr MNS4101 Old Testament Overview... 2 cr MNS4102 New Testament Overview... 2 cr MNS4115 Theology for Ministry... 2 cr MNS4135 Exegesis for Ministry... 3 cr MNS4215 Understanding Cultural Contexts... 2 cr MNS4235 Human Growth and Development... 2 cr MNS4255 World Religions... 2 cr MNS4315 Technology in Ministry... 2 cr MNS4335 MNS4355 MNS4375 MNS4395 MNS4535 MNS4755 MNS4855 Teaching Methods for Ministry... 3 cr Interpersonal Communication... 2 cr Leadership for Ministry... 2 cr Contemporary Religious Cultures and Evangelism... 2 cr Interpersonal Relationships and Family Systems... 2 cr Spiritual Formation for Personal Growth... 3 cr Ministry Capstone... 3 cr MNS4005, MNS4135, MNS4335 plus other MNS-prefix courses from the major (except MNS4101, MNS4102, MNS4755, MNS4855) selected from the following categories: One course (2 cr): Elective MNS-prefix course One course (2 cr): MNS4215, MNS4255, MNS4395 One course (2 cr): MNS4235, MNS4355, MNS4535 Two courses (4 cr): MNS4115, MNS4315, MNS4375 Psychology The Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family provides students with a theoretical and applied understanding of psychological principles and specifically examines foundations for family communication, problem solving, and relationships; a systems perspective on family dynamics and their impact upon marital quality and the family; as well as counseling and intervention strategies. The program is designed to prepare students for graduate study in psychology, entry-level positions in the helping professions, or careers requiring a psychology background. Biblical coursework enables students to apply psychological principles from a Christian perspective. Students have the option of taking the PYC/HMS-prefix courses in the concentration as part of their major, minor, or as electives for graduate credit (graduate policies apply for tuition charges and graduation requirements), which may be applied to the Master or Arts in Human Services degree.

6 44 UNIVERSITY OF NORTHWESTERN ST. PAUL CATALOG Required Major Courses credits ETH4021 Foundations for Ethics... 2 cr ETH4023 Worldview and Ethics... 2 cr PYC4025 Professional Ethics... 2 cr PYC4032 Child and Adolescent Development... 2 cr PYC4036 Adult Development... 2 cr PYC4042 Social Science Research Methods... 2 cr PYC4045 Social Science Statistics I... 3 cr PYC4046 Social Science Statistics II... 3 cr PYC4051 Principles of Counseling... 3 cr PYC4079 Abnormal Psychology... 3 cr Required Concentration Courses credits PYC4054/ Marriage and Family Dynamics... 3 cr HMS5316 PYC4055/ Marriage and Family Counseling... 3 cr No HMS PYC4056/ Family Communication and Relationships... 3 cr HMS5312 PYC4058/ Intervention Strategies with Families... 3 cr HMS5318 Any PYC/HMS-prefix courses from the major (except ETH4021, ETH4023) GRADUATE STUDIES PROGRAM The Graduate Studies program at Northwestern offers a variety of degree options in an accelerated format designed for busy, working adults. Students complete a degree or certificate program by taking one course at a time and by meeting one night per week on-site, online, or in a blended cohort structure. Depending on the number of credits transferred into the program, the certificates take approximately 8 months to complete; the MAED degree takes approximately months to complete; the MAHS, MOL, and MATS degrees take approximately months to complete; the MBA degree takes approximately months to complete; and the M.Div. degree takes approximately months to complete. Pursuing a Second Graduate Degree Students may pursue a second master s degree at Northwestern. See Academic Information Graduation Requirements for credit limits and contact the CAGS office for more information. Master of Business Administration The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for individuals who want to achieve greater levels of responsibility within their chosen profession. The program equips students to successfully address the sophisticated challenges of today s global business environment through case analysis, discussion, and practical application exercises while integrating a Christian perspective. The degree is granted upon successful completion of the required courses and 42 credits. Required MBA Courses credits BUA5010 Managerial Leadership... 3 cr BUA5110 Strategic Technology... 3 cr BUA5210 Legal Aspects of Business... 3 cr BUA5220 Human Resource and Organizational Development... 3 cr BUA5310 Microeconomics and the Firm... 3 cr BUA5312 Global Macroeconomics... 3 cr BUA5420 Corporate and Personal Ethics... 3 cr BUA5510 BUA5620 BUA5710 BUA5712 BUA5720 BUA5730 BUA5810 Marketing for Managers... 3 cr Quantitative Analysis for Business Decisions... 3 cr Financial Accounting... 3 cr Managerial Accounting... 3 cr Managerial Finance... 3 cr Investments and Corporate Finance... 3 cr Strategic Management... 3 cr