Accounting cuts across all facets of the organization .The financial and management accountants 'duties are intertwined with executive planning and control. This course will explore a variety of contemporary accounting topics that deal with the changing role of accounting information in today's business. The subjects emphasized are those that challenge students and spur their curiosity. Examples of issues discussed include cost concepts and behavior, product –costing systems, resource allocations capital budgeting, financial control, compensation issues and accou7nting ethics.

The purpose of this course is to have the student gain knowledge of marketing management. The course will highlight the basic principles of marketing and how they apply to the business environment. Topics include the marketing mix, Life Cycle Theory, marketing segmentation and channels of distribution .Finally the legal implications and the social responsibility will be explained.

The aggregates, such as government, households, business and the foreign sectors will be examined. Economic measures will include total output , total unemployment , and general equilibrium .Specific areas to be discussed include the principles of Capitalism , the role of government , the business cycle as well as Fiscal and Monetary policy including the banking system works and the role of the Federal Reserve .Finally individual markets will be explained.

The accelerated degree program's management course explores a variety of theories and guidelines intended to optimize an organization's potential for success as a result of its prevailing style of management. In this course you will be asked to read three texts, each of which explores

a variety of issues and theories impacting on the success of a management approach. The course work will include a study of several highly regarded philosophies of management as well as a variety of critiques of prevailing systems of management. In addition, you will study the concept of team work and variety of ways in which business teams succeed and fail.

The international dimension of business introduces diversity in cultural, social and economical background to the management task.\Moreover, different management styles have evolved in different cultures. Diversity in background and management styles must be understood in order to profitably foster cooperation among individuals (such as in supplier –client relationships).

The student will learn how to read and analyze the financial statements to determine the strength and weaknesses of the firm and them how to project future financi8al statements .Also, discussed will be the time value of money, the cost of capital and the valuation of financial instruments, Finally working capital needs will be determined as well as optimum levels for cash, accounts receivable and inventory.

Basic learning will be the bachelor's level Management course description. However based on the each student's employment experience and educational background, the advisor may change the content of the course.

It is obvious that we are experiencing what is called the E-Commerce revolution. It is growing at an incredible pace. Both businesses and individuals are finding themselves making the decision to go online or go out of business. Not only producers, but consume4rs are looking to the internet as the definitive source for information, services, and communication. This course will take a strategic look at E- commerce business will be explored in conjunction with learning the basic of starting an Internet Business.

This program will explore the interrelationship of accounting information and management decisions. Contemporary topics and financial cases will be assessed to substantiate the importance of accounting information to decision makers. The focus of the course will be on how decisions and resulting benefits will be affected .The topics discussed will be of an advanced nature and will require conceptual as well as analytical thinking.

(Formally Banking & Investment degree program & Finance program now combined).

The student will learn the concepts essential to understanding the banking system and how to evaluate the investment decisions. Topics covered include money and capital markets, measuring risk and rates of return, valuing stocks and bonds, market efficiency, mutual funds, tax advantaged investments and derivatives.

International management skills are essential for most firms' survival. However, these skills are difficult to develop to because the international introduces diversity in culture, political – legal institutions, economic and technical systems, and so forth. The factors must be accounted for when developing strategies for organizing behavior across national boundaries, and strategies for serving international markets.

Aggregate analysis including the impact of government, households, business and the foreign sectors will be examined. Economic measures will include mathematical models to find the equilibrium level for total output, total unemployment, and Capitalism, the role of government, the business cycle as well as Fiscal and Monetary policy including how the banking system works and the role of the Federal Reserve Bank.

The purpose of this course is to have the student gain in depth knowledge of marketing management and marketing research techniques. The course will review the basic principles of marketing and how they apply to the business environment. Topics include the optimum marketing mix, Life Cycle Theory, marketing communication, market segmentation and channels of distribution. Finally the legal implications and social responsibility will be examined.

The accelerated degree program's management course at the masters level elaborates on and reviews in more detail all of the concepts introduced in the bachelors level management course. You will be asked to read three texts focusing on management approach. You will study several highly regarded philosophies of management as well as a variety of critiques of prevailing systems of management. In addition, you will evaluate the predominant systems of management found in existing business and study alternative schemes that may lead to greater successes. The masters level management course is more rigorous than the bachelors level management course and will require more critique and analysis in the written work prepared for the course.

This course explores a variety of business related trends in information technology and a variety of ways in which to implement such trends in order to achieve and maintain organizational success. You will be asked to read three texts focusing on information technology, each of which explores current issues in the information systems field. In this course you will learn the essential steps necessary to incorporate information technology into your company's long-term strategies and operations. You will also study current trends such as database marketing and learn hot to successfully position your company for success by managing its customer database. The course will also provide you with the skills need to help maximize organizational cost effectiveness and customer value via information technology.

In this course you will explore a variety of organizational structures, leadership styles and decision making processes and you will study how structures, styles and processes related to organizational and human resource management. The course will seek to arm you with practical skills needed for job success in the human resource management field. You will study the dramatic changes management practice has gone through in recent years and you will learn how to deal with the impact of culture – both on a national and international level – and the ways in which culture influences an organization's human resource management policies. You will also consider how to cope with issues such as cultural diversity and its related tensions when working in a global economy.

It is obvious that we are experiencing what is called the E-Commerce revolution. It is growing at an incredible pace. Both businesses and individuals are finding themselves making the decision to go online or go out for business. Not only producers, but consumers, are looking to the Internet as the definitive source for information, services, and communication. This course will take a strategic look at E-Commerce, discussing the application and E-Commerce technology and solutions to E-Commerce business will be explored in conjunction with learning the basic of starting an Internet Business.

Basic learning will be the bachelor's level Management course description. However based

on each students employment experience and educational background, the advisor may change the content of the course.

World of computers: History of computers, super computers, data storage, encoding systems, analyzing computer systems, operating systems (Microsoft windows 98): introduction, using windows 98, working with hard disk/disk, customizing, desktop, configuring connection to the Internet, application software (Microsoft word).

NETWORKS: introduction, understanding network models, understanding servers/clients role of network operating system, getting to know netware, exploring netware, managing user access. Defining Internet, Internet design, Internet development methodologies, architecture of Internet, various parts of internet, Slip/ppp, understanding TCP/IP, application software (Microsoft Excel).

This course of study introduces the student to fundamental aspects associated with the theory and practice of civil engineering. Topics covered include structural design and failure, human factor engineering, environmental impact and technology integration. A heavy is placed on the student's ability to plan, research and complete a detailed bachelor's level research report in the field of civil engineering.

This course of study introduces to fundamental aspects associated with the theory and practice of mechanical engineering. The curriculum enables the student to explore both classical and cutting-edge mechanical engineering topics that include, mechanical and fluid system design, materials, failure analysis and ethics. A heavy emphasis is placed on the student's ability to plan, research and complete a detailed bachelor's level research report in the field of mechanical engineering.

This course of study introduces the student to fundamental aspects associated with the theory and practice of electrical engineering, this program covers a wide spectrum of topics from the explosive growth of information technology to the massive reorganization of the power generation industry. A heavy emphasis is placed on the student's ability to plan, research and complete a detailed bachelor's level research report in the field of electrical engineering.

This program challenges the student to apply theoretical and practical skills in the advance study of civil engineering. The program covers topics such as seismic design, case study reviews and civil project planning. A heavy emphasis is placed on the student's ability to plan, research and complete a detailed master's level research report in the field of civil engineering.

This program challenges the student to apply theoretical and practical skills in the advanced study of mechanical engineering. The student will investigate emerging mechanical technologies, case studies and engineering management. A heavy emphasis is place on the student's ability plan, research and complete a detailed master's level report in the field of mechanical engineering.

This program challenges the student to apply theoretical and practical skills in the advanced study of electrical engineering. The program will address divers topics from power generation to bandwidth management and improvement. The program also incorporates case studies to highlight the topics. A heavy emphasis is place on the student's ability to plan, research and complete a detailed master's level research report in the field of electrical engineering.

This course reviews and analyzes several contemporary concepts in the field of education. Current problems with the educational process are presented as well as state-of-the-art approaches to improving the educational system. Specific study areas include the following: (1) the Quality School Model – motivating students through a rewards based system vice coercion, (2) alternative approaches to public education, i.e. private vouchers, and (3) dealing with the unmotivated child.

Recurring issues and problems in international relations are studied. Geopolitical perspectives on the 21st century are evaluated including power and politics, territory, sovereignty, elections, resources, population, international migration, international law, the United Nations, global economy, and global communications. The concept of international regimes (principles, norms, rules and procedures) and their effect on international behavior is presented. Classic international power and control politics is also studied./

POLITICAL SCIENCE

A review of the world Political issue history from colonialism to constitutionalism and the federal system. Voting, political parties, government institutions, the chief executive, the judiciary, human rights are discussed. An examination of critical political issues facing the world government in the 21st century: healthcare, education, environment, immigration, the electronic revolution, defense posture etc. how powerful people and institutions influence legislators is examined including how political decisions affect our daily lives.

An introduction to key philosophers and their relevance in the quest for understanding ideas regarding questions of humanity, ethics, truth, knowledge, God, reason, consciousness, justice, goodness etc. is presented. Reasoning, critical thinking, and the science of logic is examined as well as the complexity and meaning of language. The theories and concepts for the understanding of knowledge, epistemology, is studied as well. The architecture and analysis of language is previewed. This course is designed for those who want to explore the basic of philosophy, critical thinking and logic.

The behavior exhibited by individuals in a crowd is studied. Social problems are examined from an economic perspective and how the policies developed to alleviate such problems tend to fail. Studies the empirical aspects of how sociological research is performed and the analysis and the compilation of data. International sociological issues are discussed including downsizing, income gaps, and the health care crisis. Additionally, the relationship between popular culture and today's society is studied especially from a political perspective.

This course provides a discussion of the basic theories used in counseling. Key steps to mastering a solution-focused model in the climate of time-limited, action-based, group oriented approaches are presented. Students are provided with a solid foundation in both psychological and career development counseling including objectives, programs and strategies. The dynamics of group counseling and group interaction is examined.

This course provides an overview of the hospitality industry. Specific areas of study include organizational design, hotel management careers, general hotel management concepts, housekeeping, security, marketing, accounting, and financial control, property management, systems management, consumer affairs, communications and human resources. Special emphasis is placed on food and beverage operation including beverage service, food-purchasing, food-cost control, inventory control, menu planning, labor cost analysis and control, and liquor purchasing and control.

The structure and development of the English language. The history of the development of English, the expanding vocabulary (Old English, Middle English), sentence structure, grammatical acceptability, semantics, standards of pronunciation, punctuation, present difficulties, and stress and intonation are studied. Special emphasis is placed on the development of the vocabulary of the English language as well as the varieties of international English in use today./

This course examines the inner life of the dedicated teacher. What it means to teach and make a connection with students. Constructive solutions to the many problems facing teachers and teacher self-realization is discussed. The course presents numerous teaching strategies designed to make the classroom better place to learn. A multifaceted view of intelligence is developed in an effort to help students reach their vocational and a vocational goals.

International potentially troubling trends into the future are studied: environment, society and the economy. The long-term sustainability of various global regions are discussed along with the many choices for the future and a discussion of what scenarios are likely to prevail. The global political environment as well as international defense policies and broad security concerns are examined. The issues confronting the 3rd world countries are reviewed: poverty, over population, social chaos, and environmental degradation.

An analysis of the Legislative, Executive and Judicial branches of the world Government. Topics include: world rule changes, reorganization, public support for government institutions, special interests, etc. The interaction of the Congress and the presidency is examined as well as the historical development of the legislative and the congressional branch of government. A day to day account of the workings of the Supreme Court is presented as well as the Supreme Court's interaction with the media.

Examines the impact of violence exposure on children and youth. Contemporary intervention programs are reviewed and new approaches are studied. The course also examines the practice of bioethics from a sociological point of view. The role bioethics plays in the current medical system is analyzed. Additionally, the growth of public observation and the inevitable loss of privacy is examined. Assesses whether future societies will use the technological powers of observation to further control society and restrict personal freedom or to enhance power of freedom.

Investigates the techniques, dynamics and therapeutic concepts used in a group counseling and group psychotherapy. The group leader as a philosopher/scientist is examined. The power of language, counseling processes and content development and unethical behavior in counseling is discussed. An overview of the theory and practice of Alfred Adler's approach to psychological counseling is presented. A comprehensive review of the currently used theories of counseling is provided: similarities and differences between theories, major constructs, change processes and case studies.

Numerous methods designed to develop visitor attractions and increase tourism are presented. Various professional management techniques for hotel, restaurant and tourist attractions are discussed. Strategy and policy case studies are reviewed which emphasize areas of hotel management and restaurant and tourism management such as tours, cruise ships and airline operations.

Basic learning will be the bachelor's level course description. The masters level English course is more rigorous than the bachelors level English course and will require more critique and analysis in the written work prepared for the course.