2009-2010 Catalog - Graduate School - Bethel University

Course DescriptionsEDUC890 • Dissertation Phase One(EDAD)6 creditsThe doctoral dissertation is the major research project of the degree program that isdeveloped over the duration of the program, beginning with an orientation duringthe first on-campus residency. Standard doctoral-level academic measurement, statistical,analytical, interpretive, documenting, and writing techniques are required.The courses in qualitative research, quantitative research, and measurement andassessment provide philosophy, theory, and skills support for this component.Topics are developed with the assistance of a dissertation advisor, who will alsoadvise the learner during the development of the dissertation and chair the learner’sdissertation committee. Successful defense of the dissertation is required prior tograduation. Register for this course during the semester in which the dissertationproposal is to be completed. Graded on an S/U basis.EDUC891 • Dissertation Phase Two(EDAD)6 creditsA continuation of EDUC890. Register for this course during the semester followingEDUC890. Graded on an S/U basis. This course must be completed within sevenconsecutive years from the beginning of the course. Prerequisite: EDUC890.Human Resource ManagementHRMA641 • Strategic Human Resource Management(BUAG)3 creditsExploration of the strategic, global, and legal aspects of human resource management.Development of the skills and knowledge necessary to align humanresource strategies with the core business strategies of organizations. Focus is onusing ethical and best HR practices and strategies to optimize the organization’scompetitive advantage. Prerequisites: BUSN600, BUSN605, BUSN610.Natural ScienceNASC680 • Science Research2 creditsDesigned to give learners the opportunity to engage in a scientific, research-basedinvestigation under the direct supervision of a Bethel science faculty member.Prerequisite: Consent of the M.A. in Teaching program director.108