Continuing Professional Studies (CPST)
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CPST 165 Special Topics (1-3 Credit Hours)
Course titles and content vary from term to term. Permission is required to enroll.
CPST 200 Introduction to Degree Completion (3 Credit Hours)
Enrollment is restricted to SCPS degree students only. CPST 200 exists to give newly admitted adult students a chance to ease themselves back into the academic environment while highlighting all of the tools and services available through the university. Improved academic writing through use of multiple drafts.
Exposure to/familiarity with LUC resources
Outcomes
Exposure to/familiarity with LUC resourcesCPST 201 Civic Identity and Development (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 200; Co-requisite: UCWR 110; Enrollment is restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
In this course, students will examine their interconnected identities as engaged professionals in their communities using a variety of frameworks. They will learn to leverage the assets of their communities to enact positive change while also leveraging their own assets to grow as individuals. This course will also prepare students for the design and execution of the SCPS capstone project later on in their academic program.
Students will develop civic awareness through examination of their identities and meaningful engagement with their communities
Outcomes
Students will develop civic awareness through examination of their identities and meaningful engagement with their communitiesCPST 242 Design for the Web (3 Credit Hours)
This course prepares students to develop webpages through a study of Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Usability principles and Design principles. This course will teach students to plan, design, and construct webpages to work properly in modern web browsers, conforming to web standards while following best practices. Students will be able to: identify graphic design principles that relate to web design, develop webpages with HTML; style webpages with CSS; design and implement wireframes and mockups for websites.
CPST 243 Microeconomics (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: Restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Introduction to economic analysis of the smaller components of the economy, household, firm and industry. Topics include economic, socio-economic, and political economic issues; includes a focus on behavioral economics; and provides students with an opportunity to analyze real world economic and public policy decisions that have been influenced by non-economic factors included within its field.
Course equivalencies: ECON201/201H/ACECO201/CPST243
Explain the law of supply and demand; Distinguish characteristics of different market structures; Analyze how consumers maximize utility; Apply behavioral theory to economic decision-making; Analyze real world microeconomic decisions; Research a topic and present recommendations
Outcomes
Explain the law of supply and demand; Distinguish characteristics of different market structures; Analyze how consumers maximize utility; Apply behavioral theory to economic decision-making; Analyze real world microeconomic decisions; Research a topic and present recommendationsCPST 245 Macroeconomics (3 Credit Hours)
Restricted to students in the School of Continuing & Professional Studies. Introduces economic analysis that studies system wide phenomena including inflation, economic growth and development and unemployment. Includes a focus on behavioral economics, and provides students with an opportunity to analyze real world economic and public policy decisions that have been influenced by non-economic factors included within its field.
Course equivalencies: ECON202/ECON202H/ACECO202/245
1) Explain the law of supply and demand; 2) Describe the nature of macroeconomic issues and problems; 3) Articulate the objectives of monetary and fiscal policies and the function of the two principal policy makers; 4) Analyze historical macroeconomic crises; 5) Discuss basic macroeconomic goals such as GDP, CPI and unemployment; 6) Assess public policy decisions from a behavioral economic perspective
Outcomes
1) Explain the law of supply and demand; 2) Describe the nature of macroeconomic issues and problems; 3) Articulate the objectives of monetary and fiscal policies and the function of the two principal policy makers; 4) Analyze historical macroeconomic crises; 5) Discuss basic macroeconomic goals such as GDP, CPI and unemployment; 6) Assess public policy decisions from a behavioral economic perspectiveCPST 247 Computer Concepts and Applications (3 Credit Hours)
An introduction to computer and internet resources and skills with an emphasis on effective use of technology in the work place. Students will learn to identify and provide recommendations for technology-based issues in business using industry standard language, identify changes in information technologies and assess the impact on business and society. Restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies.
Understand the purpose and composition of information systems in business, and receive hands on experience developing business applications with tools such as Microsoft Office, social media, basic website construction
Outcomes
Understand the purpose and composition of information systems in business, and receive hands on experience developing business applications with tools such as Microsoft Office, social media, basic website constructionCPST 248 Web Accessibility and UX Strategy (3 Credit Hours)
This course explores the intersection of user experience (UX) design and web accessibility, emphasizing inclusive design principles and strategic UX planning. Students will learn how to evaluate and implement accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), design user-centered interfaces, and develop strategies that enhance usability for diverse audiences, including individuals with disabilities. Students will understand the UX Design thinking process, including exploring personas, task analysis, and user journey mapping.
Apply accessibility standards and UX principles to design and evaluate web interfaces that meet the needs of diverse user populations, including those with disabilities; Develop and communicate UX strategies that incorporate accessibility principles to support inclusive digital product design and user engagement; Analyze user personas, perform task analysis, and construct user journey maps to inform UX design decisions
Outcomes
Apply accessibility standards and UX principles to design and evaluate web interfaces that meet the needs of diverse user populations, including those with disabilities; Develop and communicate UX strategies that incorporate accessibility principles to support inclusive digital product design and user engagement; Analyze user personas, perform task analysis, and construct user journey maps to inform UX design decisionsCPST 249 User Experience Design Tools and Techniques (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 248 with C- or better
The course focuses on user and task analysis (goal setting and problem framing), field research (interviews, personas, planning, etc.), usability testing, the UX process (from wireframes through user journey mapping). These topics are explored through Design assignments that utilize the complete UX Design process. Students will be able to: apply the UX Prototyping process and UX Design Tools; apply the UX Design process, including the use of personas, task models, and user journey mapping.
CPST 250 Foundations of Organizations (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST courses are restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
An introduction to contemporary management with emphasis on organizational culture, decision making, organizational structure and design, planning, communication and information technology.
Course equivalencies: MGMT201/201H/301/CPST250/ACMGT
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the managerial roles in organizations, the four levels at which behavior is examined in organizations and will develop a framework for basic business operations
Outcomes
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the managerial roles in organizations, the four levels at which behavior is examined in organizations and will develop a framework for basic business operationsCPST 260 Artificial Intelligence in Practice: Tools, Ethics, and Strategy (3 Credit Hours)
This course examines the history and function of Large Language Models (LLMs), their ethical implications, and on-going societal impact. Students explore industry applications, evaluate real-world case studies, and develop strategies to integrate and utilize AI tools for responsible value creation. This course will provide practical experience in researching, analyzing, and adopting AI tools to enhance efficiency and task optimization.
1) Describe fundamental artificial intelligence tools (generative, agentic, domain specific tools, etc), including their core functions, typical applications, and relevance across various domains; 2) Analyze the ethical implications of the transformative potential of AI and its impact on society; 3) Explain the History of AI and how Large Language Models Function; 4) Explore relevant industry applications that implement Large Language Models (LLMs) and how to harness value creation in the workplace; 5) Implement actionable strategies to integrate AI into an organization's culture
Outcomes
1) Describe fundamental artificial intelligence tools (generative, agentic, domain specific tools, etc), including their core functions, typical applications, and relevance across various domains; 2) Analyze the ethical implications of the transformative potential of AI and its impact on society; 3) Explain the History of AI and how Large Language Models Function; 4) Explore relevant industry applications that implement Large Language Models (LLMs) and how to harness value creation in the workplace; 5) Implement actionable strategies to integrate AI into an organization's cultureCPST 265 Special Topics (1-3 Credit Hours)
Course titles and content will vary from term to term. Permission is required to enroll.
CPST 291 Dynamic Programming Languages (3 Credit Hours)
Restricted to students in the School of Continuing & Professional Studies. Introduction to programming in dynamically typed languages, sometimes known as scripting languages. The primary language example will be Python; the course will cover Python data types, control structures, function definitions, objects and lambda expressions. A second language may be Ruby, PHP, Scheme or a similar language. The course will also briefly address how Javascript fits into the category of dynamic languages. - Ability to create a dynamic web page using Python or some other language
Ability to write short programs in Python, using loops, lists and dictionaries; Ability to create graphical effects using Python; Familiarity with the software-development process, and how software can be organized using classes and functions; Familiarity with the advantages and disadvantages of dynamic languages, versus static typing; Ability to compare Python to some other dynamic language, such as Ruby or PHP
Outcomes
Ability to write short programs in Python, using loops, lists and dictionaries; Ability to create graphical effects using Python; Familiarity with the software-development process, and how software can be organized using classes and functions; Familiarity with the advantages and disadvantages of dynamic languages, versus static typing; Ability to compare Python to some other dynamic language, such as Ruby or PHPCPST 295 The Internship Experience (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 200 and CPST 201 (minimum grade of C+); Enrollment is restricted to SCPS degree seeking students; Minimum 2.5 GPA is required
This course provides an opportunity to broaden work and experiential base through immersion within a selected organization. Students spend approximately 8 hours a week interning with their chosen company, institution, nonprofit, small business or other professional setting. Optional to extend the internship a second term.
To gain real-world professional experience within a targeted work environment; To apply skills and knowledge within context of selected environment; To develop networking opportunities within new professional workplace
Outcomes
To gain real-world professional experience within a targeted work environment; To apply skills and knowledge within context of selected environment; To develop networking opportunities within new professional workplaceCPST 310 Accounting Principles and Application (3 Credit Hours)
CPST courses are restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. This course introduces major concepts in the areas of financial and managerial accounting and develops understanding of accounting process and principles. Students will gain a deeper understanding of financial statements, accounting mechanics, accrual accounting, financial planning, variance analysis, internal controls and financial and financial analysis.
Course equivalencies: ACCT201/201H/CPST310/ACACT201
Students will gain a deeper understanding of financial statements, accounting mechanics, accrual accounting, financial planning, variance analysis, internal controls and financial and financial analysis; The students will complete a final course project that demonstrates their ability to manage the financial data of a fictional organization
Outcomes
Students will gain a deeper understanding of financial statements, accounting mechanics, accrual accounting, financial planning, variance analysis, internal controls and financial and financial analysis; The students will complete a final course project that demonstrates their ability to manage the financial data of a fictional organizationCPST 315 Professional Technical Writing (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: UCWR 110; Restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Technical Writing prepares students to design effective technical documents for both written and digital media, with particular emphasis upon technical memos, problem-solving and decision-making reports, and organizational, product-support, and technical-information webs.
Students able to write standard prose with appropriate citations, use a range of current online platforms and technology
Outcomes
Students able to write standard prose with appropriate citations, use a range of current online platforms and technologyCPST 320 Program Evaluation (3 Credit Hours)
Enrollment is restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Conceptual frameworks and methods related to program evaluation will be covered including process, developmental, outcome, and impact evaluation. Students will be exposed to best practices to measure and document change on the individual, organizational, and macro level including the use of logic models. Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods design will be presented. Students will be exposed to analytical tools to interpret qualitative and quantitative data. The use of Big Data will be explored including the implications for behavioral change. Ethical issues in real world evaluation will be addressed. Course Objectives 1. Describe the main conceptual frameworks used in program evaluation including process(formative), developmental, outcome and impact. 2. Compare and contrast quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods design for program evaluation. 3. Evaluate best practices in relation to the measurement and documentation of change (individual, organizational, and macro-level). 4. Develop process and outcome objectives and logic models. 5. Interpret data including Big Data to make judgements about the efficacy of program activities and intervention. 6. Describe ethical dilemmas with real world research.
CPST 322 Strategic Communication Tools for Applied Psych (3 Credit Hours)
Communication tools commonly employed in the behavioral sciences will be covered: interview development and implementation; best practices for conflict management, negotiation, consultation and persuasion; group facilitation best practices; change facilitation communication techniques including motivational interviewing; the impact of computer mediated communication on interpersonal dynamics; and cultural norms and interpersonal communication. Students interested in counseling and other helping professions, Human Resources, organizational development and the persuasion sciences will benefit from these tools. Enrollment is restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Course Objectives 1. Identify best practices for core communication tools used in applied psychology (and behavioral sciences). 2. Develop skills in interview development and implementation, group facilitation, and motivational interviewing. 3. Evaluate techniques for conflict management, negotiation, consultation and persuasion. 4. Critique the impact of computer mediated communication of interpersonal dynamics. 5. Describe culturally agile communication techniques.
CPST 325 Data Processing, Analysis, and Visualization (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: STAT 103; CPST 291 with C- or better; Restricted to students enrolled in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
This course studies the concepts, methods, and tools required to infer meaningful information and generate useful visualizations from large data sets. Visualize and analyze structured data using appropriate statistical data mining and visualization tools. Analyze distributed computing frameworks for processing large data sets.
Implement scripting to convert raw data to structured data
Outcomes
Implement scripting to convert raw data to structured dataCPST 335 Law and Regulations for Organizational Leaders (3 Credit Hours)
The role of the organization (for profit, non-profit and governmental) from the dual perspective of private and public law. Includes foundations of law and judicial process; contracts, torts, and property law; intellectual property rights; legal, securities and employment regulations; ethical considerations and policy issues.
-Differentiate ethics and law/private and public law -Discuss Constitutional Law and government's role to regulate business -Apply basic legal principles to the private market -Explain legal principles of contracts
Outcomes
-Differentiate ethics and law/private and public law -Discuss Constitutional Law and government's role to regulate business -Apply basic legal principles to the private market -Explain legal principles of contractsCPST 340 Marketing Concepts and Strategies (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 250; Restricted to SCPS
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles of marketing identifying organizational goals, marketing objectives, and variables that affect marketing. Students will examine the roles of advertising, public relations, and sales; integrated and strategic marketing within an organization.
Course equivalencies: MARK201/201H/301/CPST340
Students will develop a comprehensive marketing plan analyzing a real marketing problem, determining strategies, developing sample materials and devising metrics to evaluate success for an organization
Outcomes
Students will develop a comprehensive marketing plan analyzing a real marketing problem, determining strategies, developing sample materials and devising metrics to evaluate success for an organizationCPST 341 User Experience Design to Drive Business (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 249 with C- or better
In this course students will learn how to connect and align business objectives with UX Design goals. Students will learn how to bring high-level planning into concrete actionable steps. Students learn Strategy for continuously Developing Brand and Identity through Design. Students will be able to: Understand how effective UX is a strategic advantage for business; Connect and align business objectives with UX Design goals; Apply Design Thinking to create good UX.
CPST 342 Introduction to Web Application Development (3 Credit Hours)
This course studies the concepts, methods, and tools used in the analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment of typical multi-tier web applications. Specific topics include presentations, business, and data access layers, as well as integration with database systems. An introduction to webpage development using JavaScript, jQuery and associated client-side tools.
Course equivalencies: X- DIGH403/CPST342/COMP342
Experience with commonly used web application development frameworks; Familiarity with database integration and deployment environments; Create webpages using JavaScript and related tools and protocols, and interface a webpage with a database
Outcomes
Experience with commonly used web application development frameworks; Familiarity with database integration and deployment environments; Create webpages using JavaScript and related tools and protocols, and interface a webpage with a databaseCPST 343 Software Development for Mobile Devices (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: COMP 170 with C- or better; Restricted to students enrolled in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
This course introduces software development for the Android environment, using the App Inventor framework. The course also introduces the basics of user-interface design and mobile architecture. Development work may be done on either an Android device or on an Android emulator running on a Windows/Mac/Linux laptop.
Be able to develop simple Android applications using the App Inventor framework; Be able to explain the basics of mobile-application architecture and design; Be familiar with the basics of user-interface design; Understand the role of mobile-device sensors, such as the touchscreen, the accelerometer and GPS; Understand the use of Wi-Fi versus mobile wireless, and the use of the cloud in mobile applications; Be able to work with developers to create applications
Outcomes
Be able to develop simple Android applications using the App Inventor framework; Be able to explain the basics of mobile-application architecture and design; Be familiar with the basics of user-interface design; Understand the role of mobile-device sensors, such as the touchscreen, the accelerometer and GPS; Understand the use of Wi-Fi versus mobile wireless, and the use of the cloud in mobile applications; Be able to work with developers to create applicationsCPST 345 Introduction to IT: Networking, Cloud & Security (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: COMP 170 with C- or better; Restricted to students enrolled in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
This course covers the fundamentals of IT systems, networking, and security. The course will cover fundamental computer networking concepts and principles, including the basics of the TCP/IP model and packet-based networking. Other topics include an overview of Wireless Networking, Cloud Computing, and an introduction to Cybersecurity.
Students will be able to: Describe how the Internet works; Make connections between devices Assess how data is transferred end to end; Perform basic Cloud Computing implementation and deployment; Describe essential features of Mobile Computing; and, identify and assess Cybersecurity threats and describe solutions to those threats
Outcomes
Students will be able to: Describe how the Internet works; Make connections between devices Assess how data is transferred end to end; Perform basic Cloud Computing implementation and deployment; Describe essential features of Mobile Computing; and, identify and assess Cybersecurity threats and describe solutions to those threatsCPST 349 Project Management (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 250; Restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
The art and science of project management as applied to a variety of business, commercial, and public management situations. Covers all phases of the project life-cycle; techniques for planning, scheduling and control of projects; project organizations; and techniques for building effective project teams. Student will gain a working knowledge of the fundamental principles and techniques of effective project management, and how to apply these principles and techniques in the business environment.
CPST 350 Human Resources Principles and Practices (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 250
Restricted to students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Students will gain understanding of human of resource management functions, including the legal environment; equal employment opportunities requirements; job design and analysis; recruiting, orientation, and training; performance appraisal; compensation systems; labor relations; collective bargaining and grievance processes; and health and safety.
Students will make a presentation about human resource components for an organization, including job description, recruiting plan, hiring procedures, performance evaluation, and collective bargaining considerations
Outcomes
Students will make a presentation about human resource components for an organization, including job description, recruiting plan, hiring procedures, performance evaluation, and collective bargaining considerationsCPST 360 Development and Change in Organizations (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 250
Students will investigate the theory and practice of organizational development, examine assumptions, strategies, models, intervention techniques for organizational development and change processes. Students will also study the formation of collaborative relationships, overcoming resistance, gaining commitment and realigning culture.
Students will provide case studies that integrate data; design interventions, change strategies and an evaluation for diagnosing organizations, groups and jobs
Outcomes
Students will provide case studies that integrate data; design interventions, change strategies and an evaluation for diagnosing organizations, groups and jobsCPST 365 Advanced Special Topics (1-3 Credit Hours)
Course titles and content vary. Variable (1-3) credit hours. Permission required to enroll. Restricted to students in the School of Continuing & Professional Studies. SCPS permission required to enroll.
CPST 370 Leadership Theories and Applications (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 250
Students will study leadership theory, concepts and the practical application of leadership at all levels. Students will analyze historical approaches to leadership and focus on influential contemporary leadership perspectives such as servant leadership, situational leadership, transformational leadership, and principle-centered leadership.
Students will complete a leadership development plan and apply leadership theories to workplace situations through reflection, real-life examples, and case studies
Outcomes
Students will complete a leadership development plan and apply leadership theories to workplace situations through reflection, real-life examples, and case studiesCPST 371 Organizational Finance (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 243 or ECON 201, CPST 245 or ECON 202, STAT 103 or ISOM 241, CPST 310 or ACCT 201; Restricted to students in the School of Continuing & Professional Studies
Management involves the allocation and distribution of resources as well as an ongoing knowledge of the financial impact of the local, regional and national economies. This course offers an overview of the inter-relations of money and markets, investment, and financial management. It will focus on financial analysis, design and reporting from a managerial perspective, as well as organizational issues which have a financial impact on the entity. It will concentrate on organizational finance topics with an emphasis on financial analysis, fixed income securities, stocks, projects and their valuations, corporate valuation and governance and cash distribution.
Course equivalencies: FINC332/FINC 334/CPST271
At the end of this course, the student will be able to 1) Read, develop and write financial analyses for managerial roles; 2) Develop concrete skills in regard to fiscal leadership; 3) Analyze cash flow and financial statements; 4) Describe the time value of money, bonds, and bond valuation regarding changes in interest rates; 5) Evaluate risk and return, valuation of stocks and corporations, and financial options in corporate finance; 6) Apply the cost of capital and cash flows to capital budgeting; 7) Describe how local, regional and national economies impact the success of the allocation of financial resources
Outcomes
At the end of this course, the student will be able to 1) Read, develop and write financial analyses for managerial roles; 2) Develop concrete skills in regard to fiscal leadership; 3) Analyze cash flow and financial statements; 4) Describe the time value of money, bonds, and bond valuation regarding changes in interest rates; 5) Evaluate risk and return, valuation of stocks and corporations, and financial options in corporate finance; 6) Apply the cost of capital and cash flows to capital budgeting; 7) Describe how local, regional and national economies impact the success of the allocation of financial resourcesCPST 377 Data in Management Decision-Making (3 Credit Hours)
Data, technology, and analytics capabilities have a direct impact on decision making. The integration of Financial/Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems and business analytics drives the ability to turn data into insights and action. This course will prepare students to understand, manage and visualize data, while also focusing on effective ways to communicate for decision-making. The course will introduce ERP systems and technology and the use of analytical tools in organizational decision-making.
Utilize common enterprise systems and analytical tools in decision-making; Evaluate the use of databases in data management and data wrangling; Develop the ability to apply analytical techniques to data through mining; Practice important data visualization techniques and summary measures; Write to communicate insights gained from data analysis
Outcomes
Utilize common enterprise systems and analytical tools in decision-making; Evaluate the use of databases in data management and data wrangling; Develop the ability to apply analytical techniques to data through mining; Practice important data visualization techniques and summary measures; Write to communicate insights gained from data analysisCPST 380 Leadership, Culture and Ethics (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 250
Students examine organizational ethics, values, strategy, culture, leadership and coaching. Students self-assess and refine their own concept of leadership and decision-making in the context of attitudes, environments, cultures, and issues faced by leaders in organizations.
Students will analyze descriptive and normative models of ethical decision making in business, leadership strengths and management style using real life situations, self-assessment and cases studies
Outcomes
Students will analyze descriptive and normative models of ethical decision making in business, leadership strengths and management style using real life situations, self-assessment and cases studiesCPST 381 Cybersecurity Governance (3 Credit Hours)
Effective Cybersecurity Leadership requires that there is a cogent Governance structure. Students in this course will learn how to manage Cybersecurity processes while meeting the needs of the Enterprise. Students will learn how to establish a Governance program, Cybersecurity management frameworks, how to develop and implement a Cybersecurity strategy. Students will be able to: Explain the strategic importance of effective, interdisciplinary, and multifunctional enterprise information security governance and information security management program and its execution.
CPST 382 Cybersecurity Incident Response Management (3 Credit Hours)
Students in this course learn key aspects of Cybersecurity Incident Response Management (CIRM). Students in this course will learn how to plan for, respond to, investigate, and report on Cybersecurity Incidents. Students in this course will learn from case studies of past cyber incidents. Skills developed include the developing of an Incident Response Plan; ethical, best practices on handling communications/disclosures after an incident; incident investigation techniques (forensics); interfacing with law enforcement; and post-incident recovery.
CPST 383 Cloud Security Strategy and Architecture (3 Credit Hours)
This course leverages cloud computing security guidelines set forth by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), European Union Agency for Network and Information Security (ENISA), and Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) to develop a Strategic perspective for the Cybersecurity practitioner. Skills developed include knowing best practices and standards; the ability to design and implement a cloud security architecture; and carefully working with 3rd party cloud infrastructure providers and other stakeholders.
CPST 390 Organizational Theory and Practice (3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: CPST 380
This course extends knowledge of organizations by examining organizational behavior at the macro-level. Students will gain a deeper understanding of organizational theory and research including historical and modern era approaches. Students will also analyze organizational behavior and settings including an in-depth case study of a single company.
Students will be able to explain and apply concepts within the main areas of organizational structure, culture, communication and process
Outcomes
Students will be able to explain and apply concepts within the main areas of organizational structure, culture, communication and processCPST 397 Capstone (3 Credit Hours)
This course must be taken by SCPS students during the last semester prior to graduation. Students will collaborate with a community organization of their choosing to design and execute a capstone project that fulfills the University Engaged Learning requirement. This includes completing at least 20 hours of civic engagement, all necessary Center for Engaged Learning, Teaching, and Scholarship (CELTS) documentation, and a capstone project report. Grounded in Ignatian pedagogy, the course emphasizes reflection, discernment, and action, guiding students through individual and group exercises to deepen their learning and refine their project. By integrating knowledge from their SCPS coursework, students will develop their capstone projects while preparing for life after graduation as Civic-Minded Professionals.
This course satisfies the Engaged Learning requirement.
Design and execute a capstone project with a community partner organization of their choosing; Complete a minimum of 20 hours of civic engagement with a community partner to satisfy the University Engaged Learning requirement; Present a capstone project report
Outcomes
Design and execute a capstone project with a community partner organization of their choosing; Complete a minimum of 20 hours of civic engagement with a community partner to satisfy the University Engaged Learning requirement; Present a capstone project reportCPST 398 Professional Studies Internship Seminar (2 Credit Hours)
To enroll students must complete the internship forms through the Center for Experiential Learning. The Internship Seminar is a way to earn academic credit for an internship completed while finishing one of the SCPS BA programs. Students taking CPST 398 must take CPST 399 the following session to get complete credit for the internship.
This course satisfies the Engaged Learning requirement.
Course equivalencies: CPST398/UNIV390
Applied experience in a professional setting
Outcomes
Applied experience in a professional settingCPST 399 Professional Studies Internship Seminar II (2 Credit Hours)
To enroll students must complete the internship forms through the Center for Experiential Learning. The Internship Seminar is a way to earn academic credit for an internship completed while finishing one of the SCPS BA programs. Students taking CPST 399 must first take CPST 398 the previous session to get complete credit for the internship.
This course satisfies the Engaged Learning requirement.
Applied experience in a professional setting
Outcomes
Applied experience in a professional settingCPST 465 Special Topics (1-3 Credit Hours)
Pre-requisites: Limited to students in the Graduate SCPS Programs
Course titles and content vary from term to term. Permission is required to enroll.