& Student Handbook - Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Bachelor Degree Programs 105
MG465
Occupational Safety and Loss Control (3 cr.)
This course presents an overview of occupational accident prevention
programs such as risk management, loss control, techniques of
measurement, cost of accidents, location effects, identification of
accident sources, and problems of selective corrective action. Also
presented is an introduction to the federal Occupational Safety and
Health Act of 1970 on operations, systematic self-inspection, and
compliance procedures. The societal responsibility toward a safe
workplace is stressed.
HR440
Employee and Labor Relations (3 cr.)
This course provides an introduction to the practical aspects of employer
and employee relationships from both union and non-union perspectives.
It includes an overview of the basics of labor law and bargaining
agreements, the role of the National Labor Relations Board and how
each impacts performance among management, supervisors and
employees in private, government and public organizations.
IT432
Computer Forensics I (3 cr.)
This course provides an introduction to the legal, technical, and
investigative skills necessary to consider a career in computer forensics.
Topics include the legal foundations for proper handling of traditional and
electronic evidence, investigative tools and procedures, and an
examination of large-scale attacks such as identity theft, fraud, phishing,
extortion, and malware infections. The basics of conducting a computer
forensics investigation, finding hidden data, and evaluating common
computer forensic tools are covered.
MG300
Spanish Language and Culture (3 cr.)
This course introduces basic Spanish oral communication skills that are
used in the business setting. The culture of Spanish speaking countries
is explored.
MG335
Critical Thinking for Managers (3 cr.)
The course examines the practical and dynamic relevance of critical
thinking for managers, emphasizing the decisional aspects of
management. Topics focus on eliciting new managerial insights,
improving managerial problem-solving and decision-making skills, and
on strengthening the student’s ability to articulate reasoned solutions to
managerial problems and opportunities.
PSCI406
Property Crimes (3 cr.)
This course examines the impact of white-collar crime, tax evasion,
identity theft and other non-violent crimes. Methods of investigation,
preventative techniques and access to advocacy groups will be
discussed.
SM406
Security Management Internship (3 cr.)
An internship experience within a security discipline where students
learn to apply theory and practice in regards to security management
principles.
Admission Requirements
Applicants may apply for admission to undergraduate certificate and
degree programs at any time during the year and, if accepted, begin the
program during any one of the three semesters. Applicants must
demonstrate the language proficiency necessary for successful
undergraduate coursework. Applicants must provide evidence of at least
30 transferable semester credits upon acceptance including completion
of a basic English composition course.
Application Process
Applicants must submit:
1. Completed application form with the nonrefundable application fee
(fee not required for alumni or students seeking readmission or
veterans and active military personnel) and,
2. An official transcript issued to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
from the institution with a minimum of 30 semester credits with a
basic English composition course. (An official transcript is one that is
sent or carried to the university in an envelope sealed by the granting
university. Transcripts from countries other than the U.S. must be
evaluated by a university accepted evaluation source, such as World
Education Services, www.wes.org, or Educational Credential
Evaluators, www.ece.org, and be deemed equivalent to accredited
U.S. university standards.) and,
3. Complete an interview with a program administrator.
Please Note: Application materials should be sent to the attention of the
Office of Admission on the Twin Cities campus.
MG408
Project Management (3 cr.)
This course emphasizes leadership concepts related to directing and
coordinating human and material resources for relatively short-term
projects that have been established to complete specific goals and
objectives. The skills and procedures needed to take a project from
definition through completion are presented.
PSCI405
Violence as a Culture (3 cr.)
This course examines the historical perspectives of violence, causes of
violence, why violence is perpetuated in many environments and how it
impacts society.