Courses

MGT 370 GLOBAL LEADERSHIP   3.0 Credit(s)
Global business means political, economic, and sociocultural interdependence and the linkages among politics, economics, cultural traditions, industries, and regional trading blocs that create an environment of change and uncertainty. It is in this changing environment that business leaders must learn to operate successfully. This course introduces students to global leadership and its development and is designed for students who want to work effectively with people from various cultures. The content and skills taught in this course provide tools for students to lead more effectively in today's more integrated global economy.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

MGT 344 JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT   1.0-3.0 Credit(s)
Junior Achievement is an experiential course for junior and senior Management students. The course is a variable credit course, such that students can complete up to 3 credits. The course will require students teach the Junior Achievement Business curriculum-including but not limited to financial literacy, developing a business plan, and entrepreneurship-at high schools in the community in a seven- to ten-week format based on the program they will be volunteering in. The course is designed to have students apply concepts they learn in the Business Administration program to their teachings, and it will help students strengthen their presentation skills while encouraging them engage in community service.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

ED 465 SECONDARY METHODS &PRACTICE:SPANISH   3.0 Credit(s)
This course explores the methodology of teaching science in secondary schools including the examination of the standards of the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and state curriculum standards for grades 7-12, as well as current trends in teaching methods and techniques. Participants will prepare unit and lesson plans with related assessment procedures on a variety of topics and acquire teaching experience by presenting lessons and working collaboratively to explore general science with peers. This course is intended to bridge the gap between theories of education, science content area knowledge, and the realities of working in the secondary school environment.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

ED 466 SECONDARY METHODS & PRACTICE:MATH   3.0 Credit(s)
This course explores the methodology of teaching mathematics in secondary schools including the examination of the standards of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and state curriculum standards for grades 7-12, as well as current trends in teaching methods and techniques. Participants will prepare unit and lesson plans with related assessment procedures on a variety of topics and acquire teaching experience by presenting lessons and working collaboratively to explore mathematics with peers. This course is intended to bridge the gap between theories of education, math content area knowledge, and the realities of working in the secondary school environment.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

MK 336 MEDIA PLANNING   3.0 Credit(s)
This course will explore different classes of media (traditional mass media, new media, nontraditional media, and specialized media), examine the respective role each can play in delivering a brand's message to the targeted consumer market, and how to create, evaluate, and execute the media plan. Prerequisite: Take MK-201
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

HI 395 SENIOR SEMINAR PREPARATION   3.0 Credit(s)
This course prepares students for their capstone paper in the Senior Seminar by examining the historiography of a particular topic in depth and becoming acquainted with the problems and issues. Prerequisite: Take HI-301
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

DA 301 DANCE COMPANY PRODUCTION   1.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the development of technical proficiency and performance elements in various dance forms including but not limited to; classical ballet, modern dance, jazz dance, tap dance and contemporary dance forms. Classes and choreography will model advanced level technique within these disciplines. Audition is required for participation in this course. This course can be taken multiple times for credit.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

DA 303 IRISH STEP PRODUCTION   1.0 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the development of technical proficiency and performance elements in Irish dance. Classes and choreography will model advanced level technique within this discipline. Audition is required for participation in this class. This course can be taken multiple times for credit.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

DA 304 HIP HOP PRODUCTION   1.0 Credit(s)
This is an open level course which will explore a wide array of styles that comprise and influence the ever-evolving movement of Hip Hop dance. Students will work to learn the kinetic, social and cultural elements of hip hop. This course can be taken multiple times for credit.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years

DA 396 DANCE INTERNSHIP   3.0 Credit(s)
Dance Internship is an opportunity for qualified students in the Dance minor to gain practical experience in dance production and management.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department

FN 450 INVESTMENT MGT. CAPSTONE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course is required for students selected in the Finance department's Investment Management program. The course parallels the curriculum found in the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Level I examination. Topics include ethics and professional standards, economics, financial statement analysis, equity and fixed income analysis, quantitative techniques, derivatives, and portfolio management. Completion of the course assists the students in preparing for the CFA Level I examination.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

PS 305 COGNITION IN CHILDREN & ANIMALS   3.0 Credit(s)
This seminar course will explore the differences and similarities in the cognitive development of animals and humans, particularly infants and children. Often in comparative courses the focus is "what makes humans unique?" but this course will also explore the many ways our development and behavior parallel those found in the animal world through discussion of theory and research related to this field. The course will focus on various cognitive abilities including those in perception, language, and theory of mind and play. Prerequisite: TAKE PS-110
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

LLC 300 LLC LEADER   1.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

PO 331 MODEL UN   3.0 Credit(s)
Prepares students to participate in the fourday mock Model UN conference organized in the spring. Preparation includes position papers on issues specific to UN General Assembly Committees. Sacred Heart students represent an assigned country and participate in making policies and adopting resolutions in favor of their country.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

FN 416 INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MGT   3.0 Credit(s)
Explores the principles of financial management from an international perspective. The course provides a broad introduction to the operations of international financial markets and instruments. Students develop an understanding of the workings of international financial markets, the risks of doing business in the international arena, and management of exchange risk exposure. Among the topics covered are foreign exchange markets, foreign exchange risk, management of exchange risk exposure, impact of different exchange rates, taxation systems and inflation rates on financial decisions, project evaluation, and interaction among various national financial markets. Prerequisite: Take FN-215 EC-202
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years