Undergraduate Catalog 2008-2010 - Immaculata University

ORG 304 Organizational Communications (3)
Investigates the role of communication in creating a productive
organizational environment. Aids students in developing and
strengthening their communication skills by focusing on
interpersonal, group, and presentation skills.
ORG 307 Adult Development and Life Assessment (3)
Introduction to adult development theory, linking concepts to life
experiences through a process of individual reflection. Classical and
contemporary adult development theories are examined to provide
paradigms for self-analysis and life assessment.
ORG 312 Introduction to Applied Research (3)
This course introduces students to the research design process
and hones analytical thinking skills. It includes one on-campus
meeting devoted to library orientation, investigation of campus
resources, and an introduction to the writing center. Students begin
their research project with a literature review and receive assistance
in establishing topics for their research proposal. Students create a
research problem statement and consider basic research design
elements.
ORG 320 Research and Analysis Using Statistics (3)
An introduction to research and its tools with specific emphasis
upon helping students with the requirements of their research
proposal. Content includes research design, descriptive and
inferential statistics using Microsoft Excel. Students are given the
opportunity to critique business research studies and discuss
managerial decision-making.
ORG 390 Research Methodology (3)
In this course, students formulate a research problem statement,
identify a hypothesis, possible interventions and analyses. Students
make a professional presentation of their own research topics.
CCS 341 Cultural Modes of Expression in the Global
Community (3)
An exploration of the nuances of intercultural expression for an
awareness and sensitivity needed for mutual understanding in
international affairs.
ENG 242 Writing for Applied Research (3)
This course introduces students to the theoretical principles and
practical applications of academic research with a focus on
business. Students learn to form initial inquiry questions, locate and
evaluate print and electronic sources, and summarize, paraphrase,
and incorporate source material in written presentations using the
APA citation format.
PHI 384 Organizational Ethics (3)
A study of ethical situations in organizations, accountability in
government, respect for human rights, and responsibility for
contemporary life choices. Ethical theories and personal values are
examined through readings and analysis of situations in
organizations.
THE 381 Foundations of Spiritual Freedom (3)
This course explores the foundations of morality and adult
spiritual formation. Through study of the Biblical roots of holiness,
a focus on Christ as model, and an analysis of virtue, the student
will come to know the path to authentic freedom.
ORGANIZATION DYNAMICS (BA) (OFFERED
ONLY THROUGH ACCEL ® PROGRAMS)
REQUIREMENTS FOR DEGREE COMPLETION
• Liberal Arts: English (9); world civilization (3); foreign
language (3)*; philosophy (6)*; theology (6)*; designated
humanities (6)*; social science (9)*; laboratory science (3);
mathematics (3).
*Three credits each of foreign language, philosophy, humanities,
and social science may be met through successful completion of
modules within ACCEL ® .
• Major: ORG 301, 303, 304, 307, 312, 320, 342, 343, 344, 345,
382, 383, 390; CCS 341; ENG 242; PHI 384; THE 381.
• Electives as needed to complete a total of 126 credits.
ORG 301 Group and Organizational Behavior (3)
The study of group behavior and how group functioning affects
organizational effectiveness. Emphasis is placed upon decisionmaking
and conflict resolution. Students develop strategies for
efficient and productive group management and determine which
tasks are handled by groups or by individuals.
ORG 303 Organizational Concepts (3)
Students examine the formal and informal functions of
organizations and analyze an agency or organization based upon a
systems model. Students also explore and solve organizational
problems using a step-by-step method. This analysis will be applied
to students’ research proposal which typically is work-related.
ORG 304 Organizational Communications (3)
Investigates the role of communication in creating a productive
organizational environment. Aids students in developing and
strengthening their communication skills by focusing on
interpersonal, group, and presentation skills.
ORG 307 Adult Development and Life Assessment (3)
Introduction to adult development theory, linking concepts to life
experiences through a process of individual reflection. Classical and
contemporary adult development theories are examined to provide
paradigms for self-analysis and life assessment.
ORG 312 Introduction to Applied Research (3)
This course introduces students to the research design process and
hones analytical thinking skills. It includes one on-campus meeting
devoted to library orientation, investigation of campus resources,
and an introduction to the writing center. Students begin their research
project with a literature review and receive assistance in establishing
topics for their research proposal. Students create a research problem
statement and consider basic research design elements.
ORG 320 Research and Analysis Using Statistics (3)
An introduction to research and its tools with specific emphasis
upon helping students with the requirements of their research
proposal. Content includes research design, descriptive and
inferential statistics using Microsoft Excel. Students are given the
opportunity to critique business research studies and discuss
managerial decision-making.
ORG 342 Managerial Economics (3)
A focus on the principles of economics as needed to be
understood and utilized by managers and supervisors in all fields.
In an era of “downsizing” or “rightsizing” resulting from
international competition and globalization in our American way of
life, managers at every level must understand and be able to use the
principles of economics in making sound decisions.
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