The program curriculum offers a wide selection of courses (taught in English) and optional internships (business, media, humanitarian, research, etc.) and community service.
Courses are held at the United States International University (USIU).
KEI students are integrated with African students in all classes.
Internships (for credit) and community service (not for credit) are organized at various companies, NGOs and humanitarian organizations.
The academic calendar at USIU is divided into trimesters, with Fall, Spring and Summer terms.
Each trimester is approximately 3 1/2 months.
Students can enroll in up to 15 credits per trimester.
Academic year (Fall and Spring trimesters) students can enroll in a total of 30 credits.
Most courses are 3 credits.
Internships are 3 credits.
Program transcripts are issued by USIU (accredited in the USA and Kenya).
Course Selection
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Updated course lists for Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 are now available:
Students can enroll in up to 5 courses per trimester.
The typical course-load at USIU is 4 courses per trimester.
Make sure to select at least 3 alternate courses in case of cancellations or scheduling conflicts.
COURSES & DESCRIPTIONS
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Business, Law & Diplomacy (IBLD) ACT 1010 Principles of Accounting I
Study of the underlying concepts of financial accounting. Accounting cycle, related accounting records, and the financial statements.
Accounting principles and reporting requirements for assets and liabilities.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 0999, MTH 1109
ACT 2010 Principles of Accounting II
An overview of accounting as an effective aid to management in the control of resources, interpretation of financial statements, cost volume profit analysis, product cost systems, budgets and variance analysis.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 1010
ACT 3010 Accounting Information Systems I
Fundamental accounting principles in a computerized environment. Application of accounting packages to the accounting cycle and management reports. Contemporary issues and ethical practices in accounting information systems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010
ACT 4010 Managerial Accounting
An extensive analysis of management decision making based on accounting concepts; the use of accounting statements and reports in policy making and control; ethical consideration and emerging trends of management accounting.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010
ACT 4020 Financial Accounting I
An overview of the theoretical foundations of financial reporting. Standard setting process and conceptual framework, valuation of assets and current liabilities.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010
ACT 4030 Financial Accounting II
Accounting principles and reporting requirements for liabilities, long-term investments and stockholders' equity are studied. Other topics included are accounting for pensions, leases, accounting changes and the statement of cash flows.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 4020
ACT 4040 Cost Accounting
The course is designed to provide in-depth coverage of cost accounting concepts, objectives and accumulation and reporting procedures. Topics covered include material, labor and overhead costs in job order and process cost accumulation systems and other emerging cost accounting topics.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010
ACT 4050 International Accounting
Study of international dimensions of accounting and use of accounting information for decision making in multinational environment. Accounting and managerial issues of multinational corporations such as currency translation, financial reporting and disclosure, international taxation, transfer pricing, and current issues and developments.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010
ACT 4060 Taxation
An overview of the application of the principles, laws and practices of taxation of individuals, partnerships and corporations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010
ACT 4070 Auditing
A study of auditing principles, concepts and practices as it applies mainly to business and investors. A working knowledge of auditing procedures and techniques, standards, ethics and legal environment, statistical audit tools as well as audit reports.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010, BUS 3010
ACT 4080 Accounting Information Systems II
This course will enable the students to understand the applications, controls and implement an accounting information system to solve various accounting needs of an organization.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 3010, IST 4010
ACT 4090 Accounting in the Public Sector
The course is designed to develop the students' competence in the preparation of financial accounts of central government and local authorities accounts.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 4030
ACT 4110 Taxation II
The course is designed to ensure that the students can prepare tax returns, evaluate the tax implications of business decisions, and analyze the impact of government fiscal measures on industry and the economy.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 4030
ACT 4130 Forensic Accounting
The primary objective of this course is to provide students an opportunity to gain experience in investigative (forensic) accounting. Topics include background, legal framework, prevention, risk assessment, financial fraud schemes, investigation and specialized issues.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 4120
BUS 1010 Introduction to Business Organizations
An overview of the interrelationships among the functions of the business firm and between the firm and its environment; topics include a study of managerial functions, marketing concepts, production systems, leadership practices and business ethics.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
BUS 2010 Business Mathematics
Fundamental mathematical operations in banking and borrowing; financial ratio analysis, payrolls, retail, insurance and elementary statistics.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 1109
BUS 2020 Business Communications
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of effective business communication in a global environment. It will emphasize written communications such as standard and persuasive business letters, memorandums, and informational as well as analytical reports, along with proposals, resumes and other employment-related documents. The course addresses the skills necessary for developing, planning, organizing, outlining and editing various business documents. The problem-solving approach is used to focus on proper grammar, punctuation, vocabulary and tone as well as the use of computer technology and software in the development of effective oral and written business communication skills.
3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010
BUS 3010 Business Law
Study of the legal environment in which profit and not-for-profit organizations operate. Includes study of courts and procedure, criminal law, torts, contracts, and formations, operation and termination of corporations, agency and partnership relationships.
3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010
BUS 3020 Production & Operations Management
An introductory analysis of productive systems, operations planning and control. Topics include forecasting, inventories, scheduling, quality assurance and productivity.
3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 2010
BUS 3030 Business Statistics
A further study in statistical methods and its application in the field of business and economics. Regression, time series analysis, index numbers, association of attributes, probability, theoretical distributions, sampling hypothesis tests and confidence levels.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 2210
BUS 4010 Small Business Entrepreneurship
Investigation into entrepreneurial behavior, the role of the entrepreneur in society, the conditions necessary for it to evolve, the development of a venture whether in terms of a startup, acquisition or expansion of an existing business. The theory and practice of small business management.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010, FIN 3010, MGT 3010
BUS 4030 Quantitative Methods
Study of the mathematical techniques/methods used to solve business problems. Include meaning and scope, Linear programming-Graphic, simplex and duality, Transportation, Assignment, Replacement, Queuing, Decision theory, Inventory management, Sequencing, PERT, Game theory, Investment Decision Analysis and Simulation.
3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 3030
BUS 4070 Business Values & Ethics
Introduction to the basic categories and framework of philosophical ethics; examination of selected corporate policy statements on social and ethical responsibility with consideration of how to develop and implement such policy statements; consideration of ethical issues in selected professions.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010
BUS 4090 Strategic Management
This is a course that provides an overview of the economic, cultural, psychological, sociological, technological and political aspects of the business environments confronting environment serving organizations (ESOs); the concept of environmental turbulence; the nature of strategic and operating work; the formulation of a corporate mission, goals and objectives; and strategies for firms operating at different levels of environmental turbulence. The course facilitates the development of skills in problem analysis and decision-making in corporate strategy and business policy. BUS 4090 is the integrating course for the undergraduate program that concentrates on the application of concepts through case studies and decision simulation exercises.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010, senior standing
BUS 4950 Senior Project
Independent study under the direction of a faculty advisor. Projects may include library or empirical research or analysis and written report on management aspects of an appropriate business organization (private firm, not-for-profit organization, or government agency).
3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing
ECO 1010 Principles of Microeconomics
Introduction to theories regarding the decision making of firms and households in market transactions.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ECO 1020 Principles of Macroeconomics
Introduction to theories regarding consumption, investment, money and banking and government activities.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ECO 1010
ENT 4005 Entrepreneurial Behavior & Ethics
This course surveys theoretical perspectives and ethics that underpin the practice of entrepreneurship. Examines entrepreneurial behavior theories and approaches including psychological, sociological and economic perspectives; key dimensions of entrepreneurial behavior including entrepreneurial characteristics and motivation, entrepreneurial organization, entrepreneurial process and environments. The course also examines ethical behavior and code of ethics and social responsibility as major requirements for entrepreneurship practice.
3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010, MGT 3010
ENT 4020 Management of Entrepreneurial Ventures
Examines the nature of entrepreneurial ventures and how to manage them effectively for greater success; entrepreneurship environment and business opportunities; entrepreneurship strategies and legal forms of business ownership; special needs of entrepreneurial ventures in the approach to start-up and management in terms of marketing, production, human resource management, financial management and total quality management. Also examines methods for measuring financial performance and financing options for start-up and expansion of entrepreneurial ventures. The course emphasizes business plan preparation as a requirement for start-up and effective management of entrepreneurial venture.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010, MKT 3010, FIN 3010
ENT 4040 Electronic Commerce
This course explores ways that entrepreneurial organizations can take advantage of the growing capabilities of the Internet and electronic commerce to increase the horizons for entrepreneurial ventures. It discusses the use and application of Internet and Intranet in the management of entrepreneurial ventures in functions such as marketing, retailing, operations and finance. Students learn how to develop effective on-line presentations for ventures of differing types. Legal requirements and ethical issues affecting on-line business are also discussed.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040, ENT 4020
ENT 4050 International Dimension of Entrepreneurship
Examines the role and effects of the growing number of entrepreneurial ventures that exist worldwide including international business environment and opportunities; forms and types of international ventures; major issues affecting international trade methods of starting and managing entrepreneurial ventures in the cosmetic market with international marketing capabilities; strategies for developing strategic alliances and collaborations to facilitate start-up and growth of international entrepreneurial ventures. Also examines regulations, documentation and payment methods for import/export entrepreneurial ventures. The course emphasizes business plan preparation as a requirement for start-up and effective management of entrepreneurial ventures in the international dimension.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENT 4020
ENT 4060 Small Business Consulting
Prepares students to serve as consultants to a wide variety of problems facing Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in today's competitive business environment. Examines the role and importance of consulting; the characteristics of a good business consultant; the consulting process including entry, diagnosis, action planning, implementation and termination. Discusses management of change and the role of effective communication in developing and maintaining effective client-consultant relationship. The course also addresses the process and requirements for starting and managing a Small Business Consulting Firm.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENT 4020
FIN 3010 Principles of Finance
The application of financial principles to problems involving the acquisition and management of funds by private and public organizations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 and BUS 1010
FIN 4010 International Managerial Finance
The course critically examines the global financial landscape and more specifically the money markets. The spot, the forward, the currency futures, the options, the interbank and the Euro currency markets are fully explored. The hedging techniques are examined so as to place the student at advantaged position in the economic and transaction exposure.
3 credits. Prerequisites: FIN 4040
FIN 4020 Corporate Finance
The management of funds in corporations; analysis of capital budgeting; risk and basic risk models; cost of capital and optimal capital budgeting; project cash flow analysis; capital structure decisions; dividend policy; financial derivatives; hybrid financing; financial distress; restructuring and liquidation.
3 credits. Prerequisites: FIN 3010
FIN 4030 Investments
The course is designed to facilitate evaluation of various alternative investment vehicles including investments in Bonds, Shares, Real Estate, Derivative Instruments, Mutual Funds, Gold and other Commodities, Collectibles, and Portfolio construction and management.
3 credits. Prerequisites: FIN 4040
FIN 4040 Money & Capital Markets
The course surveys issues related to financial intermediaries, with an emphasis on Depository institutions, Non depository institutions and Securities markets. It addresses Asset/Liability Management, Credit Risk Management and maintenance of adequate capital.
3 credits. Prerequisites: FIN 4020
FIN 4050 Financial Information Systems
The course is designed to train students in performing financial tasks using information technology. The course covers computer applications in various corporate finance areas. It provides basic skills for developing corporate finance models such as financial planning, funds, forecasting and project evaluation using computer software.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040, FIN 4030
IBA 4010 International Business Operations
Introduction to world business environments, financial transactions and international marketing. The role of the multinational enterprise is explored, including emerging trends and issues related to international management.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010, FIN 3010
IBA 4020 International Economics & Trade
Study of open and closed economies, trade regimes and regional trade agreements. Includes analysis of international finance and capital flows.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ECO 1020, FIN 3010, IBA 4010
IBA 4950 Senior Project
Independent study under the direction of a faculty member. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written report on the management aspects of an appropriate international business organization (private firm, government agency, not-for-profit organization).
3 credits. Prerequisites: IBA 4010 or senior standing
IRL 2000 Foundations of International Relations
Analysis of contemporary state systems: inquiry into national power, national interests, foreign policy decision making, foreign trade issues, use of force, conflict resolution and international organizations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 2005 Comparative Foreign Policy
Constant and variable factors determining foreign policies of major powers from a comparative perspective, including various techniques employed by states at the bilateral and multilateral levels.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 2010 The UN in Action
A theoretical and applied survey of the Untied Nations System with particular emphasis on the agendas, procedural rules, deliberations, and decision-making processes of its main organs. Includes field experience to the Model United Nations. Required for students who are first-time participants in Model United Nations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 2220 Refugees Studies
In the wake of numerous internal conflicts and Civil Wars, there is a rapid increase in refugees throughout the world. This course addresses issues of refugees, asylum seekers and the internally displaced, the criteria used in determining refugee status, resettlement and repatriation along with the various Conventions, Declarations and Agreements governing refugee issues, as well as problems faced by refugees in camps and on their journeys to these camps. The course uses a lot of country and individual case studies and multimedia materials so as to give the student a better understanding of the course. The student will also learn how to argue out cases for or against asylum seekers to determine their refugee status.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 2150 Research Methods for IR
Study of major types of research, methods of data collection and treatment, applied critical analysis of source materials, mechanics of writing research papers.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106, ENG 2206, IRL 2000
IRL 3000 Comparative Political Systems
Political systems; federal and unitary, parliamentary and presidential, party politics and electoral systems; emphasis on such major powers as Great Britain, France, Germany, Russia, China and Japan.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000
IRL 3005 Contemporary International Ideologies
Survey of major ideologies and systems of modern governments with special emphasis on democracy, authoritarianism and totalitarianism.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000
IRL 3035 Politics of Developing Nations
Development patterns in less-developed countries (LCDs); examination of North-South relations, their role in international organizations; issues in modernization and industrialization.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 3100 Essence of Diplomacy
Diplomatic practices among major powers and developing nations in historical perspective. A detailed look at the applications of contemporary diplomacy and its impact on international politics.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000
IRL 4015 International Organizations
Survey of leading international organizations past and present. Analysis of their impact on international politics and the changing global order.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000
IRL 4025 World Crises & Transformational Politics
Examination of causes and consequence of political unrest; questions of rebellion and civil disobedience, urban guerrilla warfare, insurgency and belligerency and praetorianism.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 4030 Politics of International Economics
Study of international economic relations; includes economic nationalism, free trade vs protectionism, regional economic trade blocs, commodity power and activities of multinational corporations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000
IRL 4035 Environmental Politics
Examination of the global ecosystem; survey of ecological damage caused by air-water pollution, hazardous wastes, atmospheric changes; international cooperative efforts to protect world natural environments.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 4045 Security Strategies
Survey of the nature and significance of organized and spontaneous force in international relations; includes the analysis of strategic theory, national security policy, weapons system, military government, guerrilla warfare, international terrorism, police and army behavior, rebellion, revolution and war.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 4065 US-East African Relations
This course undertakes a critical examination of US relations with the countries of Eastern Africa. It examines the basis of US relations with the individual countries in the region (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Somalia, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Burundi and Zaire) and particularly analyses the different policies of the US with each of the states; the course also examines the different responses of the individual states to US policy, and eventually makes a comparative survey of US policies and responses in the Eastern Africa region.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 4100 International Law
Procedures and substantive law of nations. Analysis of the relationship between legal systems and state behaviors.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000
IRL 4120 International Humanitarian Law
This course seeks to address the need to find proactive steps to forestall the escalation of armed violence and ensure knowledge of and respect for International Humanitarian norms. IHL addresses legal thinking, promotes justice in armed conflict, International Law, Human Rights, and the Geneva Convention on the Law of Wars. IHL has the fundamental goal of protecting individuals' fundamental rights during times of armed conflicts. The student will learn the history and purpose of IHL, other laws of war, types of armed conflicts and the conduct of hostilities, the question of Prisoners of War and the wounded, actors of IHL, its implementation and violations to provide a scholarly grounding. This knowledge will equip an IHL student to work in conflict situations, amongst refugees, during reconstruction resettlement and variety of development programs.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 4150 Area Studies
Survey of the politics of the world's regions with a view to explaining and understanding their impact on foreign policy and international politics.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000
IRL 4900 IR Senior Project
Extended individual research or project under the direction of a faculty member and approved by the department chair or dean. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation of a report or topic in the student's major field.
3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing
MGT 3010 Overview of Management Practices
Examination of management processes, structure and behavior, focusing on the changing nature of management in response to turbulent internal and external environments; various theories are integrated into applied dimensions of successful business practices; emphasis on global management perspectives.
3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010
MGT 4010 Dimensions of Leadership & Management
Multidisciplinary perspectives on the role of leadership and management in society; review of the differences and similarities between leadership and managerial mindsets and behavior; the theoretical and applied aspects of leadership and management in social, cultural and organizational contexts; the motivation of people and the role leaders and managers play in creating quality of work life and enhanced productivity.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010
MGT 4020 Organizations & Organizational Behavior
Introduction the concept of the business entity as an environment serving organization (ESO) with economic and social responsibilities; explores organization structures, systems, staffing and management processes; covers theoretical and applied aspects of behavior in organizations, including organizational change and development.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010
MGT 4030 Cross-Cultural Management
Examines the challenges and opportunities of managing cultural diversity in organizations with emphasis on the transnational enterprise; introduces phenomena of globalization, culture and organizational cultures, and cultural synergy; develops intercultural awareness and strategies for hedging cultural gaps.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010
MGT 4040 Human Resources Management
A study of the theoretical and practical aspects of human resource management including job analysis and design, recruiting, retention, training, appraisal and compensation systems and employee health and safety; emphasis on contemporary issues such as changing governmental and legal requirements, increasing demands for more highly skilled workers and international competition.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010
MGT 4050 Total Quality Management
A study of philosophical and conceptual approaches to quality management espoused by leading theorists and practitioners such as Demming, Juran and Crosby. Practical aspects of TQM theory, and an introduction to a framework for developing, implementing, and continuously improvise upon an organizational quality culture.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010
MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing
An introduction to the study of the marketing function in the business enterprise. A study is made of market segmentation and the creation of market demand to serve profitably the needs of customers. The key elements in marketing strategy are studied - product planning and promotion - with customers and competitors as dominant reference points.
3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010
MKT 3020 Marketing Information Systems
This course equips the students to understand marketing projects and functions using computer technology. The students are introduced to marketing decision support systems for tasks as product pricing, distribution choices and promotion planning.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040, MKT 3010
MKT 4010 International Marketing
An analysis of key international marketing activities and functions. Topics include environmental constraints, exporting, international product planning and international selling and advertising. The various concepts are integrated through the development of a complete international plan for the marketing of a product in another country.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010
MKT 4020 Marketing Research
Examines marketing research information as an information-providing activity for the purpose of management decision making. Provides an understanding of what marketing research is, what kinds of information it can provide, and how it is used by marketing managers.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 2210, MKT 3010
MKT 4030 Marketing Communications & Buyer Behavior
Examines methods that organizations use to communicate with customers and prospects, including personal selling, advertising, sales promotion, public relations, and other forms of promotion. Evaluates the characteristics of each form of promotion in varying marketing situations for formulating communications strategies and tactics.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010
MKT 4050 Services Marketing
An examination of the unique aspects of services. Study of the role of the marketing manager and the service/sales team's responsibility to develop and implement market plans as part of the corporation's strategic and operational plans.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010
POL 2201 Introduction to Political Science
Basic theories and practices, which characterize political behavior in the national and international community.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
African Culture & Societies HIS 3015 20th Century Eastern Africa
A study of the historical forces that have shaped Eastern Africa. Starts with pre-colonial societies and covers such topics as European intrusion and the partition of East Africa; the establishment of colonial states in Tanganyika, Uganda and Kenya and East Africa in WWI. It also focuses on the colonial economy in Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika; East Africa and WWII; nationalism in East Africa; the East African community; post-independence developments, the collapse of the East African Community; and inter-state political and economic relations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
HIS 3025 History of Kenya
The course examines the historical transformation of Kenya from the onset of colonialism. Starting with a survey of the peoples of Kenya in 1890's, it deals with the interacting forces, events and people that have shaped Kenya in the 20th century.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 3060 African International Relations
A survey of relations among selected African nations, and among African nations and other regions of the world; the role of ideology, foreign economic and political pressures, and personality on African international policies.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 4001 Regional Conflict in Africa
This course surveys past and present trends in conflict and cooperation in Africa. It examines the role of military and economic organizations in the management of African conflicts, and analyzes in detail the role of the OAU in conflict management in Africa. The courses also examines the role of extracontinental actors in the conflicts in Africa.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 4050 US-Africa Relations
This course surveys US relations with African states. It engages in a historical survey, and examines the position of the US on colonialism in Africa, as well as anti-colonial movements. The course further examines the place of independent African states during the Cold War, including the problems of dependency and aid. The course eventually adopts a contemporary perspective and examines the major post-Cold War issues in Africa-US relations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 4811 Critical Issues in Africa
This seminar surveys the challenges facing Africa as it enters into the 21st century. It examines critically the main themes and problems that Africa must contend with, including political and economic liberalization, the impact of technology on African states, the impact and role of information technology, ethnicity and demographic changes, urbanization, and the use of human resources. The course projects these themes into the future, and the survival of Africa as a viable entity in the international system.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IRL 3010 Developmental Issues in Africa
Surveys the variety and diversity of issues affecting development in Africa. It takes a historical perspective, and examines trends in the development process in Africa.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
LIT 4785 African Authors Seminar
In-depth consideration of the works of one or two significant writers (novelist, poet, dramatist or short story writer); his, her or their contribution to the life and letters of Africa.
3 credits. Prerequisites: LIT 1105
SWA 1000 Beginning Swahili I
An introduction to the history, origin, and spread of Swahili; basic greetings, pronunciation, noun class system, verb structure, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, sentence structure.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
SWA 1001 Beginning Swahili II
Broaden vocabulary base, focus on use of present, past, future verb tenses; introduction of -me- tense and the imperative; introduction of locative expressions and negative verb formation, possessive pronouns, object pronouns, telling time.
3 credits. Prerequisites: SWA 1000
Tourism & Hospitality Management HRM 1020 Kitchen Organization & Food Knowledge
Introduces students to the development of culinary practices exposing them to effective kitchen organizations, equipment and their uses, knowledge of various foods and their quality specifications, and how such foods should be handled and stored before the production process.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
HRM 3010 Food & Beverage Cost Control
Equips the students with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to interpret and provide solutions to food and beverage control problems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
HRM 3015 Hotel & Catering Law
An introduction to the laws of Kenya, Hotel and Catering Law, consumer protection, law of contract, labor laws and industrial relations. Enlightens the students on the rights of the hospitality organizations, the rights of the consumers, the rights of the employees in the organization and the rights of the owners of the organization.
3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 3010
HRM 3020 Catering Management
This course concentrates on the understanding of food and beverages and how they should be served. It requires a good understanding of the different types of cookery, cutlery, glassware and silverware and how they should be set on the table given sample menus. The student will also learn the different service styles and functions.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010, HRM 1020
HRM 3025 Physical Plant Development & Maintenance
Makes the students appreciate the importance of knowing the physical layout of catering units, management of sewer systems and plumbing systems, utilities and other equipment. Gives ideas on hotel/catering operations in relation to the environment and an understanding of preventative maintenance practices.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
HRM 3030 Environmental Management for Hotels
Focuses on hotel environmental systems, material and waste management, and energy and water conservation in hotels. Also covers indoor environmental management, pesticides and herbicides, and how to deal with hazardous materials.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
HRM 3040 Hygiene & Nutrition
This course covers personal hygiene, food hygiene, and sanitation. It includes handling and storage of foodstuffs, processing of foodstuffs, the nutritional values of foods and related diseases.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
HRM 3050 Hotel & Restaurant Managerial Finance & Accounting
The application of accounting and finance principles to the hospitality industry; special purpose journals and ledgers; analysis and interpretation of financial statements, ratio analysis, internal control and cost management.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 1010
HRM 4010 Restaurant Development & Operations
Provides students with the fundamentals of restaurant concept development to enable them to plan and develop an integral approach for a "new restaurant" concept. Enables the students to review and integrate the key elements of a successful restaurant startup, including concept, marketing plans, financial projections, menu, equipment and human resources.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
HRM 4015 Food & Beverage Management
An advanced course that covers all aspects of food an beverage management, including management of quality; the service and its marketing; financial aspects; purchasing process; preparation methods and control systems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRM 3020
HRM 4030 Housekeeping & Laundry Management
Provides students with the basics of housekeeping and laundry organization charts in different hotels, standards and working procedures of the housekeeping and laundry departments, room status control systems, purchasing procedures of housekeeping and laundry equipment and materials and their inventory procedures.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
HRM 4900 Hotel & Restaurant Senior Project
Independent study under the direction of a faculty advisor. The projects may include library or empirical research or analysis and written report on the management aspects of an appropriate organization (hotel, airline, restaurant or healthcare institution).
3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing
HRT 1010 Introduction to Hospitality Management
An overview of the hotel, restaurant and tourism industries; their historical development, scope and present-day structures. One historical description of hospitality is the obligations people have to treat strangers with dignity, to feed them and provide them with drinks, and to protect their safety. As the world becomes increasingly aware of its vast diversity, this "spirit of hospitality" seems especially important.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
HRT 2010 Food Production
An introduction to commercial food preparation, food safety and sanitation, standard product identification, storage and supervisory techniques in the area of large scale food production.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
HRT 3010 Convention & Meeting Management
The management of conventions and meetings is examined from both the clients' and meeting planners' perspective. The operations of conventions and meetings are analyzed from the sale to post-convention review.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
TOU 2020 Tourism & the Environment
The course covers the relationship between tourism and the environment. It looks into both the benefits and the costs of tourism development upon the environment. The course further highlights the relationship between tourism and sustainable development and how to achieve sustainable development of tourism. With use of case studies both international and local, the impacts of tourism on the environment will be highlighted.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
TOU 2050 Travel Reservation Systems
The course provides a new world in which the student explores, learns, and applies skills used in airline, hotel, restaurants and car hire and travel agency operations. Students will be exposed to the use of First Class-Galileo Computer Reservation System (CRS), which is a full-featured, computer based training system. Abacus, Amadeus, Apollo, Marsha and Sabre reservations systems will also be covered.
3 credits. Prerequisites:
TOU 2055 International Fares & Ticketing
Provides students with practical knowledge needed to perform routing duties related to the sale of international air travel. The students learn the step-by-step procedures for calculating normal one way, round, circle and special fares, and for issuing both manual and automated tickets.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010, TOU 2050
TOU 3010 Tourism Products & Facilities Management
An introduction to travel and tourism operations. Students will learn various methods and techniques used in devising travel itineraries, and how to carry out an effective tour. This involves developing a practical knowledge of how to design and develop an effective tourism product from the initial concept through its final operation. Researching, writing, packaging and marketing a variety of travel itineraries and tours, including special interest tours will be covered. Students will also learn operational management of tourism facilities. These include the components of attractions and accommodation management. Evaluation of the service concept as it applies to the tourism and hospitality industry will be done.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
TOU 3020 International Travel & Management
An overview of the international travel and tourism industry, its historical development, and scope and present day structures. International travel takes place when a tourist crosses a national boundary while tourism is a broad term, which focuses on traveler away from home and on all the services they utilize. This course analyzes the different types of products and services offered in the tourism business.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
TOU 3050 Travel Operations Management
Provides students with an understanding of management issues pertaining to the establishment and operations of a travel agency, travel agency licensing, IATA accreditation and financial management issues. The course also introduces tourist regions of the world. Travel Agency Management presents management skills indispensable in the operation of a profitable and successful travel agency. It provides a detailed and precise look at the responsibilities associated with being a travel agency manager.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
TOU 4015 Wildlife Conservation, Development & Management
This is an advanced course which exposes the students to wildlife management and conservation issues in Kenya and Africa. Involves examination of current ecological problems in detail and the need for conservation. The issues raised will include the development of the park system and the contribution to conservation. The present challenges of the park system are further explored and attempts at resolving these issues are discussed. Community involvement and participation in conservation and the natural resource tenure will be examined.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
TOU 4025 Travel Agency Operations Techniques
Reviews the different types of transportation available to tourists and sold by travel companies, accommodations an ancillary tourist services. Sales techniques as related to the travel industry are outlined and aircraft types and in-flight services. Passenger baggage and its handling procedures, international travel regulations and formalities are also covered.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
TOU 4030 Tourism Economics
Develop knowledge of the concepts and methods useful in the application of economic principles to the tourism industry. The course provides a review of the economic aspects of tourism, including tourism demand and supply, pricing, equilibrium in tourism markets. It also examines the effects of tourism growth on national economies, the multiplier effects and the effects of tourism on the balance of payments.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ECO 1010, ECO 1020
TOU 4035 Tour Operations Techniques
Introduces students to tour operations as is applicable to the travel and tourism industry. Tour circuits in East Africa, communications with travel agents, car hire firms and client handling procedures are discussed. Also included in the course are tour office organization and tour marketing procedures.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
TOU 4040 Tourism Planning & Development
Reviews the definition and history of tourism. The factors that make up tourism are outlined. The goals of tourism are then looked at from the perspective of the tourist, the destination and the community. The benefits of developing tourism, the pitfalls to avoid and the methods used to collect data as a basis of planning tourism are discusses. A step-by-step process for developing a destination and means to set up and fund a system for organizing tourism at community level are laid out. The role of both national government and private sector in tourism marketing is examined. Finally, the future of tourism is discussed.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010, TOU 4015
TOU 4055 Cultural & Heritage Tourism Development
Focuses specifically on the aspects of culture, heritage and their conservation as well as heritage resource management as critical sectors of development within a society and the economy. Local issues are examined within a global context, and the identification, maintenance and sustainability of living heritage as well as historical resources are emphasized.
3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010
TOU 4900 Tourism Management Senior Project
Independent study under the direction of a faculty advisor. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation on tourism aspects of an appropriate organization (hotel, airline, restaurant or a healthcare institution).
3 credits. Prerequisites:
Journalism, Communications & Media COM 1500 Intercultural Communication
Study of cultural issues in their relation to communication, language, society, family, work, education, problem solving, religion and world views.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 1102 International Mass Media
This course develops the sudent's knowledge and understanding of global mass communication. In analyzing international media theories and systems, it addresses the practice and study of journalism from a variety of international perspectives. It recognizes global trends in information flows and media ownership, and examines similarities and differences in journalism activities and techniques. A study of News Agencies as agents of globalization is incorporated. Finally, the course introduces the student into functioning as an international correspondent. 3
credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 1105 Introduction to Broadcast Media
Basics of media production: TV camerawork, audio, microphones, lighting, videography, and basic recording of sound. Elementary aspects of staging, makeup, camera direction, and props, used on basic training and other practical projects. Tutorial and laboratory use of elementary media production equipment and techniques. Course materials cover both radio and television writing.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 1106 History & Theory of Public Relations
Focus in this course will be on an intensive examination of the practice of public relations. Topics include the organization and management of public relations agencies; planning and executing multimedia public relations campaigns, special problems, the management of public opinion; research and evaluation techniques in public relations, in addition to the function of institutional public relations for government or industry.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 2102 Introduction to News Editing
News gathering and editing theories and techniques, policies and philosophies, page layout, printing production and design. Professional orientation for journalism, public relations and advertising including in-house publications and journals, newsletters and press releases.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none Co-requisites: writing for the Gazette, the student-run newspaper
JRN 2106 Principles of Broadcasting
Writing for broadcast media, elements of radio and television program productions, radio and television news reporting, live coverage of events on location. Definitions of terms and the process of electronic media communication, and characteristics of radio. Characteristics and roles of television and radio, television and radio studio layout, radio and television pre-production, production and post-production, animation cartoons, puppets, new technologies, sound recording, news stories, features, audio and audio-visual documentary programs.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1105
JRN 2109 History & Theory of Advertising
This course aims to provide students with knowledge of the principles and techniques used in the practice of advertising to sell goods, services and ideas. It considers the development of advertising, its functions and varieties, basic advertising research, basic media strategy, media markets and audience for newspapers and magazines, television and radio, in addition to other media services, preparing advertising copy layout, development of advertising campaigns and budgeting.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1106
JRN 2201 Introduction to Print Media Reporting
The concept and nature of news as a product, qualities and desirable qualifications of a news reporter, sources of news, types of news events, the Inverted and Hourglass news writing styles, gatekeeping and interview techniques.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 2221 Theories of Mass Communication
Development of an understanding of how the print broadcast and film media genres began and grew in Kenya, Britain and the US. Focus is on engineering, technological and technical creative dimensions of the development of the mass media. Develops students' knowledge and comprehension of theories of human communication in general and mass media communication effects in particular. Emphasis is on the application theories and models in problem solving.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 3000 News Reporting & Writing
Emphasis will be on reporting, the gathering of information and turning that raw information into readable, informative and compelling stories for a newspaper audience. Issues covered include news theory, research, story structure and deadline writing. Story components such as the Intro/Lead, attribution, the nut graph and backgrounding are covered. The art of interviewing is taught and tested. Beats such as the police, the courts, sports, business reporting, local government, parliament, education, health and covering Press conferences are introduced.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none. Co-requisites: writing for the Gazette, the student-run newspaper
JRN 3005 Fundamentals of Photography
This course develops an understanding of the scientific, technical and creative principles of still photography. The use of the 35mm camera. Basic aspects of photographic composition. Among practical topics covered will be: focusing, framing, shutter & motion, depth of field, metering, the use of flash, shooting portraits and darkroom techniques. Equipment: 35mm camera and flash unit, film, darkroom and chemicals.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 3007 Media Law & Ethics
This course explores the social role of journalism and the journalist from legal, historical, ethical and economic perspectives. Select case studies are from legal, ethical and professional points of view. On legality, the course will equip the student journalist with a working knowledge of media law relevant to their distinctive callings. Libel laws, trespass/privacy and government-related laws as they pertain to Kenya will be examined. On ethics and professionalism, the course covers such perennial controversies as truth, journalism's first obligation; who journalists work for, objectivity, independence; proportionality; monitor of power; engagement versus relevance; and the dynamics between Press freedom and the protection of individual and community rights.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 3009 Community Media
A critique of approaches to alternative media, based on critical theory and theories of popular culture. The application of the critique to alternative media, to have some impact on issues such as access, cultural development, trading and production, in rural and/or community settings, feasibility studies of rural newspapers, radio stations, rural video production, and other projects.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000
JRN 3010 Television & Video Production I
A course on audio-visual media, and evaluation of programs. Students work as individuals and in groups on a variety of programs and in different talent and production roles. Tutorial and lab exercises require students to have basic media production skills. Knowledge of production equipment and camera techniques such as camera shots, movements, angles, and picture composition. Knowledge of script writing, lighting equipment, television studio and control room, electronic editing, post-production work and practical assignments.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 2106
JRN 3011 Online Journalism
This course serves as an introduction to the practice of journalism on the Web. It provides an overview of the technologies involved in building a web application, including skills learning. Students will learn about journalistic issues relating to credibility, ethics and standards on the Web. History and context of new media publishing, finding and evaluating information online, hypertext and writing for new media, site architecture and design, digital images, digital cameras, scanning, a case study on the future of Web-based journalism
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000
JRN 3022 Business Writing
This course introduces the tools and terms of business journalism so that students can report business stories in a readable and understandable language. Students will be exposed to different business beats. They will be taught to develop sources and analyze data: charts, graphs, financial reports, economic indicators and on-line resources. A major emphasis is on writing well-crafted, lively stories that explain business concepts without relying upon the twin crutches of jargon and clich�.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000
JRN 3014 Corporate Media Management
Attention is focused on managerial communication practices and skills, organization and financing of media house services, criticisms and evaluation of media services. Also covered are communication channels, networks and organizational communication techniques. This course also explores media house management structures, procedures, policies and goals of news operations within print and broadcast media. It delves into the mechanics of news making as an industry; business models, technology, relationships with program consumers, and the impact of the increasing complexity and competition. Such changes put a premium on management planning and standards; all of which are essential in creating a unique and differentiated presence in the program marketplace.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1106
JRN 3018 Public Relations & Organizational Communication
This subject introduces students to contemporary Kenyan and international public relations and organizational communication practice. Students develop an understanding of contemporary public relations in the context of international and external organizational communication and in the relationship between practice and theory.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1106
JRN 3020 Development Journalism
Are the journalists doing enough toward the development of a society that is undergoing serious reconstruction? Can journalism be used to actually benefit and inspire its audience? This course envisions the needs of a developing country. It focuses on communities doing things for themselves. Apart from its traditional beats, journalism is also about highlighting what people are doing to help transform their lives, be it alongside government or on their own. The idea in this course is to avoid feeding media consumers with stories about crime, calamity and scandal on a daily basis. But the basic professional skills of reporting are respected, taking into account the marketplace and the special target audience. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 3021 Media Audiences & Public Opinion
This course aims to teach students the theory and practice of audience research methods and public opinion polls. The subject examines the techniques used in media research; how researchers define topics, structure their research, control and measure variables and how they utilize these variables to develop conclusions concerning media audiences. The subject examines issues in planning, research, reviewing literature, developing research instruments and obtaining data, analyzing data and completing research projects with written reports, observations and findings.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3018
JRN 3301 Feature Writing
Develops techniques of feature article writing skills, knowledge of types of feature articles, documentary-film review, book review, movie reviews, studies the operations of cinema theater industry, personal column, editorial comment, sports features and writing of obituaries.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000
JRN 3911 Principles of Public Relations
Public relations principles and practices including writings and using media releases and public service announcements, media liaison, crisis communication management, handling media conferences and creating the public relations campaigns.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3018
JRN 3321 Radio Production I
Theory of oral-aural communication, tools of production, control room, types of microphones, sound recording equipment, acoustics, tape recorders/cassettes, sound effects, editing, voicing, program formats - interviews, talk shows, magazines, features, documentaries, script writing, presenting and practice in the studio.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 2106
JRN 4025 Creative Writing
Develops knowledge and skills of the building blocks of creative writing. Fictionalized writing based on creative interpretation of perceived events in society and creatively developing plots/themes with a view to understanding the elements of fiction writing. Analysis of plots, themes, characterization; setting, timing and environment. Perceiving and developing incidents, episodes, suspense, dialogue, flashbacks, story beginnings, story endings and humor.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 4027 Broadcast Documentary
This is an advanced level course in documentary video-film, which involves shooting on location, script writing, and editing for broadcast media. Each student will undertake the writing of a major project for film or broadcast media. The course will cover writing proposal and production treatment; elements, characteristics, plot and narratively; as well as the development of a story idea through a shooting script.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3321, JRN 3010
JRN 4031 Print Media Production
This is a hands-on opportunity to experience print journalism. It is the practical convergence zone of all those journalistic principles already learned in earlier principal courses. Students plan, report, write and produce a quarterly newspaper/magazine that focuses primarily on campus life and in-depth stories emanating from the broader Nairobi cosmopolitan. Under the supervision of faculty and guest practicing journalists, student editors make the assignments and handle layout and copy editing, while others work as general assignment reporters. This course will sharpen you for reporting, writing and editing skills. It will prepare you for newspaper jobs and help you stretch and produce quality journalism.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000, JRN 3005, JRN 3301. Co-requisite: working for the Gazette, the student-run newspaper
JRN 4032 Public Relations Ethics
Event promoters and access to news assemblers, relationship between politicians or officials and the media, election campaigns and pseudo-events, efficient supply of suitable material, power and influence of source, good public relations, dependency of media on limited sources, and mutual self-interest in news coverage.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JRN 4033 Advertising & Media Audiences
The study of advertising within media economics, studies of audience effects, popular culture, and media economic policy.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 2109
JRN 4034 Broadcast Script Writing
The student will analyze and practice the craft of scriptwriting for film, stage television, video and radio. This will include study and exercises in story construction, premise, theme, characterization, dialogue and action. The student will be required to develop a minor and major script as well as weekly projects relating to the lectures.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 2106
JRN 4401 Editorial Writing
The course develops the students' editorial appreciation and editorial writing. The subjects include the nature and functions of various types of editorial and other opinion pieces, local and international editorial policies of newspapers, writing editorial and other opinion pieces for newspapers and magazines, selecting and managing Letters to the Editor column.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3301
JRN 4900 Journalism Senior Project
Extended individual research or project under the direction of a faculty member and approved by the department chair or dean. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation of a report on a topic in the student's major field.
3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing
Environment & Ecology ENV 2000 Introduction to Environmental Science
The Earth's physical resources (air, water, soil, and minerals) and human beings' impact upon them; pollution and depletion of resources; solid waste; methods of preventing, reducing, or eliminating problems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ENV 2001 Sustainable Resource Management
The sustainable management of resources, agriculture, agro forestry, forestry, range, and fisheries. The economics and environmental goals of improved management. Making things work, restoring previous damage, and improving the land.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ENV 3200 Water Use & Management
The limitations of world water resources and increased conflicts; critical importance of conservation. Emphasis on increasing efficiency of use and reuse. Use of case studies and applied problems to examine cultural conflicts and opportunities for cooperation in water resource management.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ENV 3288 Field Studies
The essential tools for the environmental professional of field work and field studies. Environmental restoration or research projects. Credit opportunities for field work at an established international program.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ENV 3300 Energy Use & Management
The essential tools for the environmental professional of fieldwork and field studies. Environmental restoration or research projects. Credit opportunities for field work at an established international program.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ENV 4000 Environmental Economics
Economics and environmental issued. Concepts and policy issues associated with renewable and non-renewable natural resource management, pollution, environmental protection and regulation. Opportunities for green entrepreneurship are examined.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ENV 4200 Environmental Law
Laws, international agreements, environmental assessment, and agencies that provide for protection of the environment and their impact and effectiveness; future needs and directions.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
NSC 2205 Human Physiology
Functions of the systems of the human body and their relation to homeostasis; includes disease prevention and cure, health, wellness and nutrition.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
NSC 2212 Life, Environment & Society
For the non-science major; important scientific issues affecting society; topics include the origin of life, health issues, necessities of life, energy and environmental problems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
NSC 2215 Introduction to Physical Mechanics
Introduction to topics from chemistry, geology, and astronomy; discusses the structure of atoms, the periodic table, chemical reactions, earth's geological structure and earthquakes, and stars and the solar system; taught through lectures, films and demonstrations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
NSC 2216 Introduction to Earth Sciences
Introduction to topics from chemistry, geophysics, geology, and astronomy; discusses the structure of atoms, the periodic table, chemical reactions, earth's geophysical structure and earthquakes, and universe, galaxies and solar systems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
NSC 3304 Biology & the Environment
Introduction to biology that stresses the relationship of living things to their physical and biotic environments; biological molecules and processes, cell structure and function, evolution, heredity, and genetics; species, diversity of life forms, ecosystems, and the interdependence of ecosystem components.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106
Psychology, Sociology & Behavior PSY 1101 Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes including areas of human development, learning, cognition, memory, motivation and emotion, personality, abnormal psychology, stress and health, states of consciousness, cultural diversity.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 1105 Developmental Psychology
Survey of maturational and learned behavior and their interaction as they develop through the life span.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 1110 Experimental Psychology
Introduction to the scientific method as used in psychology. Includes the formation of hypotheses, design of research, conduct of one or more studies, statistical analysis of data, and writing up of results. Critical interpretation of research findings is emphasized.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101, MTH 2210
PSY 1171 Introduction to Health Psychology
The course will cover the discipline, concepts and principles of psychology and human behavior in understanding how the mind, body and behavior interact in health and disease. Topics will indicate health promotion and primary prevention of illness, health enhancing and health damaging behaviors, psychosomatic illness and other behavior-related medical illnesses will be covered.
3 credits. Prerequisites: NSC 2205
PSY 1185 Introduction to Chemical Dependency
Historical perspectives on alcohol and drug abuse and their impact on the community. Changes in social attitudes and policies. Includes definitions of alcohol and drug dependencies, the disease concept of alcoholism, general models of treatment and recovery, effectiveness of recovery programs, and community responses to dependency.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 2105 Social Psychology
Interdisciplinary introduction to the social aspects of individual behavior. Particular emphasis on interactional analysis and development of the self as well as attitudes, motives, aggression, values, social perception, and interpersonal relationships.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 2120 Psychology of Learning
Survey of historical and contemporary theories, systems and research in learning. Includes the study of programmed learning and the use of the principles of learning to explain animal and human behavior.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101
PSY 2125 Human Sexuality
Sexual behaviors and attitudes in contemporary societies; physiological and sexual functions and dysfunctions; role of values and cultural mores.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 2181 Psychopharmacology & Addiction
Examination of the physiological effects of alcohol and other drugs. Includes how drugs are metabolized, their effects on the central nervous system and behavior and the addiction process.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1185
PSY 2182 Treatment Method & Modalities of Chemical Dependency
Various ways people recover from alcohol/drug abuse. In-depth examination of various models of intervention and treatment and the rationales behind them. Consideration of the individual differences in male and female needs and the needs of special populations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1185
PSY 2183 Theories & Techniques of Chemical Dependency Counseling
Theories of counseling and the implementation of therapeutic strategies, including techniques of rapport building, relationship skills, goal setting, implementation of treatment programs and referral skills. Discussion of values and ethics counseling.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1185
PSY 3105 History & Systems of Psychology
Examination of the historical roots of psychology in relation to contemporary psychology and its foundations in philosophy and sciences.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101
PSY 3110 Psychology of Personality
Background, theory and research related to selected issues in current personality theory. Discussion of psychoanalytic, neo-psychoanalytic, humanistic/existential, cognitive and behavioral approaches.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101
PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology
Introduction to the scientific study of the range and variety of psychological disorders including anxiety, mood and personality disorders, stress and adjustment, schizophrenia, substance use and addictions. Emphasis on identification, symptomatology, etiology and therapeutic intervention, including biological, psychosocial and cultural viewpoints.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3110
PSY 3125 Multicultural Diversity in Psychology
Examines the cultural context of behavior, personality development, family structure and values. Attention to the interface between African-American, Asian/Pacific Islander American, Latino, and Native American communities and the field of psychology.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1105
PSY 3140 Introduction to Counseling
Survey of counseling theories and related techniques of treatment, comparison and contrast of differing approaches. Attention to basic issues such as change, human relationships, communication and values and ethics in the change process.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3110, PSY 3115
PSY 3143 Psychology at Work I - Measuring Organizational Characteristics
Introduction to the concepts and measurement of job satisfaction, organizational climate and culture, organizational values, organizational commitment, and productivity. Covers methods and techniques (including surveys, interviews and the use of archival data), and ethical principles involved in psychological work in organizations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3142
PSY 3142 Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Focuses on history and development of industrial organizational psychology, current trends in research, and the application of psychological principles and methods to problems in the work environment including prediction of job performance, selection, performance appraisal, personnel training, work motivation, job satisfaction, leadership, organizational development and ethical considerations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101
PSY 3150 Courtship & Marriage
The role of interpersonal relationships in dating, courtships, and marriage. Considers factors related to mate selection, the transition into marriage, and the stability and satisfaction of marital relationships.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 3160 Introduction to Marriage & Family Therapy
A comprehensive introduction to the field of marriage and family therapy including major MFT theories and approaches, career options, graduate school preparation, and future directions of the field.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 3171 Social Psychology of Health Care
A critical examination of the application of sociological theories and research to health promotion. Scientific study of processes of influencing change in lifestyles in individuals and groups.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 3172 Understanding Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The course will provide an overview of the societal and individual norms and attitudes regarding the process of dying and subsequent bereavement process. Emphasis will be placed on the normal expressions of grief and experiential exercises to gain basic insight and understanding of grief. Basic skills for supporting the bereaved will be covered.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 3182 Group & Family Counseling with the Chemically Dependent
Introduction to the dynamics of group interaction. Emphasis on the group process as a means of changing behavior. Use of group therapy in chemical dependency treatment and aftercare, including support group dynamics of the alcoholic/addict family, and the use of family therapy.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 4110 Research Methods
This course examines the research designs with methodology as well as basic data analysis techniques employed by social researchers. APA style and mechanics of writing research papers will be covered.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 2210, PSY 4105
PSY 4117 Cognitive Psychology
A survey of cognitive psychology, which examines how information of the world is gained, represented and transformed as knowledge, stored and used to direct attention and behavior. Topics include perception, pattern recognition, attention, memory, imagery, language functions, thinking and problem solving, human intelligence and artificial intelligence.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101
PSY 4142 Psychology at Work II - Prediction & Measurement of Human Performance
Introduction to psychological aspects of selection, job performance measurement, and performance evaluation. Focuses on the Concepts relevant to those efforts, and the effective and ethical development, use, and interpretation of predictor and criterion measures of human performance in the organizational setting.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101
PSY 4143 Social Psychology in the Organizational Context
Exploration of human interaction in organizations from the psychological perspective. Includes the study of role behavior, normative aspects of work group behavior, goal setting theory, decision making and power relationships.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3142
PSY 4144 Communication & Leadership
The course examines how leaders use communication and covers the relationship between leadership and communication styles. The communication skills needed by organizational leaders, how leaders use communication to facilitate change in organizations and how individuals' gender, race and/or ethnicity affect leadership and communication behaviors.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 4171 Behavioral Health Therapy
A variety of behavioral counseling techniques used to treat health related disorders will be covered. An experiential approach will be used to provide students with an opportunity to obtain experience with the techniques. Topics covered include stress and stress management techniques, relaxation, cognitive approaches, promotion of health and wellness and management of specific diseases.
3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3140
PSY 4172 HIV-AIDS Testing & Counseling
The course will cover knowledge and facts about HIV AIDS. An experimental approach will be used to explore various assessment procedures for assessment/testing, prevention and counseling topics to be covered include the clinical manifestation and management of HIV AIDS, VCT and other protocols.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PSY 4181 Fieldwork in Chemical Dependency
Focus on learning by doing. Generally includes student participation in two practicums under and approved supervisor, each lasting 10 weeks, and two internships, each ten weeks also. A 30-hour workweek at an agency is typical. Credit/no credit.
3 credits. Prerequisites: permission from department chair
PSY 4900 Psychology Senior Project
Extended individual research or project under the direction of a faculty member and approved by the department chair or dean. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation of a report on a topic in the student's major field.
3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing
SOC 2205 The Family in the US
Historical roots and development of American kinship. Focuses on the structure, function, and changing dynamics of family life in the US.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106
SOC 3301 Social Problems
Problems of deviance, social inequality, violence, crime and delinquency in the US and other countries; sociological causes and consequences; sociological definition and analysis of problems; special emphasis on exploring possible amelioration of the world's contemporary social problems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
SOC 3310 Family & Kinship in a Multicultural Context
Systems and practices of courtship, mate selection, marriage, parenting, and family life within a culturally diverse setting such as the US and other industrialized parts of the world; ethnic diversity and social inequality and kinship functions; bicultural marriages.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
SOC 3315 Sociology of Intercultural Relations
Comparison of sociocultural institutions in various societies; focuses on dominant theoretical orientations: technological, economics, ideological, psychological, and environments; processes of socialization and acculturation.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
SOC 3500 Social Conflict & Resolution
Conflict at intrapsychic, interpersonal, social, organizational, national and international levels, focusing on the destructive as well as the constructive functions of individual and social conflict.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
Electives APP 4030 Information Systems & Engineering
Concepts of a systems development methodology. Need for systems development methodology tools and techniques. Systems development life cycle. Tools and techniques of data modeling and behavior modeling. Use of case tools. The information engineering methodology: philosophy, tools and techniques; centrality of case tools in IE. Prototyping techniques, User participation in systems development: Rapid Application Development (RAD) (eg DSDM) and Joint Application Development (JAD) methods. Object oriented systems analysis and design (OOAD): object modeling using UML; Use case scenarios; properties of objects and classes; relationship diagrams; Object states and behavior using state transition diagrams and event diagrams; CASE tools in OOAD, Soft Systems Methodology. Project management tools and techniques.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4020, IST 4030
APP 4040 Data Structures & Algorithms
Introduction to design and analysis of algorithms. Design techniques: divide-and-conquer, greedy method, dynamic programming, selection of prototypical algorithms, choice of data structures and representations, complexity measures, time, space, upper, lower bounds, asymptotic complexity, NP-completeness. Algorithms and their performance. Data abstraction, queues, linked lists, stacks, trees, graphs and associated algorithms. Sorting and searching. Implementation of algorithms and data structures in the C++ programming language.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2020, IST 4070
APP 4060 Operating Systems II
Review of assembly language. Procedure calls, stacks, interrupts, and traps. Assemblers, links, and loaders. Multiprogramming, time sharing, network operating systems, distributed operating systems, and real time systems. Operating systems architecture: monolithic/layered/virtual machine/micro kernels. Linking and loading, shared libraries, swapping. Real memory management: mono-programming, multiprogramming, partitions. Virtual Memory: paging, segmentation. I/O control, device drivers and device independence. File systems: file concepts, directories, file and directory operations, implementation issues, disk space management file storage, directory structure, file protection. Laboratory to include experiments and exercises in Unix, Linux and Windows.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 3020, IST 4070
CHI 1000 Beginning Chinese I
This is the first Chinese course in a sequential series conducted in Chinese. The study involves basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
CHI 1001 Beginning Chinese II
Second course in a sequential series; basic language skills continue. Course will not open to students with more than two years of high school Chinese unless courses were completed more than five years ago. Course is given in Chinese.
3 credits. Prerequisites: CHI 1000
CMS 3700 Community Service
Requires a minimum of 90 hours of service. Helps fulfill the USIU mission for community service. While students must do this course off campus, there are three mandatory induction class sessions that are taken on campus. Community Service learning will prepare students to become active civic participants in today's society. It can lead to reduction in negative stereotyping and an increasing tolerance for diversity. Student must complete course work at the end of each session. Grading is credit/no credit.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ENG 0999 Basic Reading & Composition
Basic expository essay writing skills, including "on-demand" timed writing in class; college entry-level analytical reading skills. Grade is credit/no credit.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
ENG 1106 Composition I
Principles of effective composition; emphasis on expository writing; analytical and critical reading of texts, competency required to take ENG 2206.
3 credits. Prerequisites: passing English Placement Test or ENG 0999
ENG 2206 Composition II
Principles of effective composition continued; emphasis on argumentative writing and critical reading and thinking; writing the research paper.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106
FAR 3000 Music of the World
Comparison of melodic, harmonic and rhythmic theories of Eastern and Western cultures; historical and contemporary listening skills developed; compositional and improvisational practices experienced through individual creative projects and excursions.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
FAR 3001 Visual Arts of the World
Techniques and forms of sculpture, architecture, painting, etc.; recognition and analysis of artistic styles of world civilizations with emphasis on the twentieth century.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
FRN 1000 Beginning French I
First course in a sequential series; study basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Course not open to students with more than one year of high school French unless the course was completed five years ago.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
FRN 1001 Beginning French II
Second course in a sequential series; study of basic language skills continued; course conducted in French. Course not open to students with more than two years of high school French unless the course was completed five years ago.
3 credits. Prerequisites: FRN 1000
FRN 2001 Intermediate French I
This is the first course in the intermediate French series. It is intended for students who have finished FRN 1001 as well as those students who have to take a minor in French. Students will get into finer details of grammar like the use of the subjunctive and conditional modes.
3 credits. Prerequisites: FRN 1001 or placement
FRN 2500 Advanced Grammar & Composition
Constitutes the first course in Advanced French, and is open to students who have successfully completed the Intermediate course. In terms of content, more grammar and phonological skills are availed to the students, in addition to cultural information about the French-speaking world.
3 credits. Prerequisites: FRN 2002
FRN 3000 Literature in French I
Analysis and interpretation of outstanding works of Francophone literature in French. Course conducted in French.
3 credits. Prerequisites: FRN 2500
GEO 2100 World Regional Geography
A study of the major regions of the world and their physical, cultural, economic, and political patterns is presented in this course. The interaction of people and their physical environments from a geographic perspective that emphasizes the spatial distribution of phenomena.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106
GEO 3000 Geography & the Environment
Geographic variability of climate, landforms, vegetation and resources and the effect of that variability on humans and other organisms; the relationship of environmental problems to geographical location; the global impact of "local" environmental problems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
GNS 2001 Communication & Gender
Similarities and differences in male and female communication styles and patters; emphasizes implications of gender as social construct influencing perceptions, values, stereotyping, language use, nonverbal communication, and power and conflict in human relationships.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
GNS 3001 Women & Men in Cross-Cultural Context
Men and women from an anthropological perspective; changing gender roles in various contemporary cultures, including industrial democracies and developing nations.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
GNS 4800 Male & Female Creativity
Interdisciplinary and multicultural inquiry into differences and similarities between men and women in their expressions of creativity.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
HUM 1000 World Civilization
Historical, cultural and conceptual aspects of major civilizations from the ancient world to the present.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
IST 0999 Computer Competency
The objective of the course is to ensure a minimum level of computer usage proficiency. This will include the use of a word processor and a spreadsheet as well as basic computer concepts.
0 credits. Prerequisites: none
IST 1010 Introduction to Information Systems
Overview of the basic components of processing systems, namely environment, software, hardware, people, behavior, tasks and connectivity. Review of various application programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases and graphics and an operating system.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 0999 or the Computer Competency Test
IST 2010 Computer Organization & Programming
Principles of computer hardware and software technology will be presented. Topics will include CPU architecture, memory, registers, addressing modes, busses, instruction sets, multiprocessors versus single processors, peripheral devices; Operating systems modules - processes, process management, memory and file system management, examples and contrasts of hardware architectures and operating systems. Introduction to assembly language fundamentals. Number systems, machine language and assembly language. Procedure calls, stacks, interrupts and traps. Assemblers, linkers and loaders.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 1010
IST 2020 Introduction to Programming
Introduction to programming techniques and logical constructs. Data types. Statements and expressions. Decision constructs (eg if-then-else statements). Repetition and loops. Simple data structures definition and manipulation. Structures programming concepts.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 1010, IST 2010
IST 2040 Information Systems & Applications
End-user systems versus organization information systems; analysis of knowledge work and its requirements. Software functionality to support group productivity. Access to organization data and external data. Designing and implementing a user interface using package software. Developing and using small information systems for individuals and groups using database and expert system software.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 1010
IST 2050 Electronic Business Strategy Architecture & Design
Course focuses on organizational strategy and networked information technologies to implement a rich variety of business models connecting individuals, businesses, governments and other organizations to each other. The course provides an introduction to e-business strategy, and the development and architecture of e-business solutions and their components. Topics will include: e-commerce economics, business models, value chain analysis, technology architectures for e-business, design of solutions for the internet, site design, intranets and extranets, EDI, payment systems, support for inbound and outbound logistics. Transborder data flows, legal and ethical issues, disaster planning and recovery.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2010, IST 2020
IST 3020 Principles of Operating Systems
Design and performance evaluations of modern operating systems. Mapping and binding of addresses. Organization of multiprogramming and multiprocessing systems; interrupts, process model and interlocks. Resource allocation models and problems of deadlocks. Scheduling, synchronization. Memory management, virtual memory. I/O control, file systems. Laboratory to include experiments and exercises in Unix, Linux and Windows.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2010, IST 2020
IST 4010 Advanced Information Systems
Overview of executive information systems, expert systems and distributed systems at the operational, tactical and strategic levels; includes user/system interaction, systems planning, hardware and software, management, maintenance, security and evaluation.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040 or IST 2050
IST 4020 Systems Analysis & Design
Concepts, philosophies and trends in systems analysis and design; systems development life cycles; process modeling and prototyping; computer support for systems development/methodologies; system implementation and its relationship to the construction and delivery phases of the life cycle.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010
IST 4030 Database Management Systems
Data structure and file organization; data description languages. Integration of disk access time, block size, file structure, normal forms, linked lists, query types, tree structures and performance specifications into the database; design of relational database management systems, characteristics of vendor supplied database software packages.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010, IST 4020
IST 4040 Decision Analysis
Characterization of decision models under risk and uncertainty, analysis of transportation, allocation and distribution problems with mathematical programming; queuing and simulation models, decision support systems for quantitative analysis of manufacturing and service operations; fundamentals of expert systems and intelligent decision support systems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040 or IST 2050, MTH 2010 or MTH 2210
IST 4050 Global Information Systems
Overview of trans-national telecommunications, teleprocessing, data communications and distributed information systems at operational, tactical and strategic levels; distributed systems hardware, software, design, management, security and evaluation.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010
IST 4060 Telecommunications & Networks
Overviews of telecommunications fundamentals, including the structure of local and international telephone networks, data networks and integrated services digital networks. In-depth study of layered communication architectures in local areal networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs). International telecommunication standards and standards organizations. Installation, configuration, integration and management of networks will be practiced.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010
IST 4070 Object-Oriented Programming
Introduction to advanced data structures and algorithms - arrays, records, lists and trees, and associated methods for data manipulations. In-depth study of object-oriented programming: definition of objects and classes and methods. Graphic classes and graphical user interface components. Files and streams.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010, IST 4020
IST 4080 Backend Database and Structured Query Language
This course will enable the students to learn implementing the backed databases in client server environments, Included will be issues about facilitating SQL requests from the front-end of the system and monitoring systems performance, responses, traffics and administration.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010, IST 4020
IST 4900 Information Systems Senior Project
Contemporary developments in the presentation of managerial information. Trends in relational database systems and the applications development tools. Independent business application development project including requirements analysis, design and implementation, and presentation (oral and written).
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4060, IST 4070, IST 4080
LIT 3003 Poetry Across Cultures
Comparative study of representative poetry from the world's cultures; emphasis on close reading and interpretation; exploration of historical and cultural significance; consideration of issues of translation.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
LIT 3340 Myths Rituals & Archetypes
Study of repeated motifs and analysis of archetypal patterns as they occur throughout literature; includes study of Biblical and other sacred texts, and classical and mythological literature.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
LIT 3351 Masterpieces of World Literature
Readings in and study of selected widely acknowledged literary works from the world's cultures; exploration of the notion of the literary masterpiece.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JPN 1000 Beginning Japanese I
First course in a sequential series; basic language skill of listening, speaking, reading and writing. basic greetings, numbers, time expressions; "desu" (be), its conjugation and sentence pattern; the verbs and sentence pattern for movement; transitive and intransitive verbs for daily activities; how to write and read in Hiragana letters. Course is not open to students with more than one year of high school Japanese unless courses were completed more than five years ago.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
JPN 1001 Beginning Japanese II
Second course in a sequential series. The attempts to master basic language skills continue. Mentioning means, period of time, various types of quantity; adjectives; verbs for existence; non-volitional verbs; superlative/comparative sentences; how to read and write Katakana letters. Course not open to students with more than three years of high school Japanese unless courses were completed more than five years ago.
3 credits. Prerequisites: JPN 1000
MTH 1105 Algebra in the Practical Context
Study of various topics in algebra including properties of real numbers, linear equations, and inequalities; polynomials, rational expressions, exponential and roots, quadratic equations, systems of linear equations; applications of algebra to everyday problems.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
MTH 1109 College Algebra
Concepts and theories in modern algebra with emphasis on functions, graphical methods, and theory of equations' includes study of quadratic equations, complex variables, systems of equations and inequalities, polynomial functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, arithmetic and geometric progressions.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 1105 or Mathematics Placement Exam
MTH 2010 Probability & Statistics
Population and sample sizes, classification of data, data tabulation, and graphical representation. Data aggregation measures: mean, median, mode, spread range, variances and covariance. Quartiles, percentiles, standard deviation. Definition of probability. Sample spaces and events. Conditional probability. Random variables, Poisson, exponential and normal distributions. Markov and Chebychev inequalities. Limit theorems. Bi-variate distribution, correlation and regression.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 1109
MTH 2210 Introduction to Applied Statistics
Descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency and variability, sampling, correlation, hypothesis tests, and confidence intervals.
3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 1109
NET 4010 Client-Server & Distributed Systems
Review of the strategic perspective for implementing client-server computing. Survey of client-server database servers. Database programming languages and tools for developing client-server applications. Distributed databases, distributed systems hardware, software, design, management, security and evaluation.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4060
NET 4020 Network Management
Review of LAN and WAN technologies. Network organization. Managing of telecommunication networks, cost-benefit analysis and evaluation of different network options. Managing the Internet. Simple Network Management Protocol. Web-based network management. Network management software and network monitoring tools.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4060, NET 4010
NET 4030 Internet Architecture & Protocols
In-depth study of internetworking concepts, architectures, and protocols. The Internet protocol (IP) and the transport control protocol (TCP). Client-server interaction and the socket interface. Application layer protocols of the TCP/IP protocol suite. Creating static dynamic and active World Wide Web (WWW) documents. Study of different Web programming and scripting languages, including Java. Students will be expected to build a simple web-based information system.
3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4060, NET 4010
NET 4040 Telecommunications Operations
Review of: modulation techniques and bandwidth. Noise, attention and crosstalk. Guided transmission media. Unguided transmission media. Traditional telephone services. Telephone network data services. Digital transmission systems. Telecommunications connections. Physical topology. Telecommunications transmission methods. Telecommunications signal compression. Telecommunications and television services. The race for television services. Television technology. Video recorders and players. Cable television. Digital television. High-speed data services. Packet switching and internet access. Internet protocols and connectivity. Broadband services with local loops. Broadband services with coaxial cable. Broadband services with DBS satellite. Virtual private networking. X.25 services. Frame relay services. Frame relay and x.25 comparisons. VPNs for small business.
3 credits. Prerequisites: NET 4030, IST 4060
PHL 1104 Introduction to Philosophy
Selected major topics in theories of reality and knowledge as well as from applied areas such as ethics, politics, aesthetics, and religion. Multicultural content.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106
PHL 3306 Comparative Philosophy
Cross-cultural exploration of perspectives originating in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PHL 3307 Major Movements in US Philosophy
Inquiry into culturally influential views including Puritanism, Pragmatism, Transcendentalism and evolutionary thought among others.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PHL 3309 Major Figures in Philosophy
Examination of the thought of prominent philosophers in various cultures from ancient times to the present.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
PHL 3310 Ethics & Value Theory
Basic theories along with an investigation of several current controversies in practical contexts.
3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106
PHL 3500 Epistemology & Gender
Philosophical implications of the sociology of knowledge; special emphasis on the role of gender in forming our picture of the world.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
SPN 1000 Beginning Spanish I
This is the first Spanish course in a sequential series conducted in Spanish. The study involves basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Course not open to students with more than one year of high school Spanish unless courses were completed more than five years ago.
3 credits. Prerequisites: none
SPN 1001 Beginning Spanish II
Second course in a sequential series; basic language skills continued. Course not open to students with more than two years of high school Spanish unless courses were completed more than five years ago. Course is given in Spanish.
3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 1000
SPN 2002 Business Spanish
This course is a bridge between Beginning Spanish and Advanced Grammar & Composition with emphasis on spoken Spanish in the context of skills needed in the business world. This course is recommended for students pursuing degrees in International Relations and Business Administration. It is meant to be a conversational course.
3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 1001
SPN 2003 Tourist Spanish
This course is a bridge between Beginning Spanish and Advanced Grammar & Composition with emphasis on spoken Spanish in the context of skills needed in the tourist world. This course is recommended for students pursuing degrees in Journalism, Hotel & Restaurant Management and Tourism Management. It is meant to be a conversational course.
3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 1001
SPN 3001 Literature in Spanish II
Analysis and interpretation of outstanding works of literature in Spanish. Course conducted in Spanish.
3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 2500
SPN 3002 Literature in Spanish II
Analysis and interpretation of outstanding works of literature in Spanish. Course conducted in Spanish.
3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 2500
SPN 4000 Culture & Civilization of Spain
This course is a survey of the geography, history, dance architecture, art, fine arts, science, culture and customs of Spain. The course is conducted in Spanish. It may include an educational trip to Spain.
3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 2500
Internships in business, marketing, finance, communications, environmental science, hospitality, journalism, public relations, humanitarian aid, wildlife and environmental management are available to qualified students.
Placement is based on professional interests and availability of positions.
Below is a sample list of companies where students interned in the past.
Actual placement may be at different companies.
Kenya Breweries
Nairobi National Park
Nairobi Radio
Coca-Cola
Red Cross
Wildlife Reserves
Internships in Nairobi require a minimum commitment of 400 hours (3 credits).
Students may enroll in up to 3 courses with internship.
Courses may be limitted to evenings and weekends to allow for internship time during business hours.
Note, weekend courses will conflict with KEI organized excursions.
Community service is non-credit bearing.
Many organizations have flexible hours and no minimum time requirement, allowing students to enroll in a full course-load at USIU.
Community service often includes visits to and work in underprivileged areas of Nairobi.
In the past, students served in orphanages, clinics and humanitarian organizations.
Internships and community service take time to organize.
Many companies and organizations require an in-person interview before making a final decision.
Most internships and community service start in the 3rd week of the program.
Learn more about internship guidelines...
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