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Bachelor's Degrees

Business

Business Administration

Business Information Systems

Computer Information Systems in Business

Computer Information Systems-Networking

Computer Information Systems-Software Programming

Computer Information Systems-Technology Advancement Program

Computer Information Systems- Web Based Networking

Corporate Communication

Internet Systems and Software Technology

Leadership

Logistics Management

Management

Management Information Systems

Management of Human Resources

Marketing Management

Security Management

Systems and Network Administration

Descriptions

Business (BS)

College of Professional Studies
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
The Bachelor of Science in Business program prepares students with the management and leadership skills and methods to make the modern organizations run as efficiently and effectively as possible. Students gain the communication, analytical and leadership skills, and knowledge to perform successfully in a wide variety of management positions in both public and private organizations. Examples include positions as systems or business process analysts/administrators, office managers, production supervisors, and sales managers. The program is designed to allow seamless entry into Bellevue University´s Master of Business Administration program.

The program format provides an environment for students to expand their practical experience, technical knowledge, and gain critical thinking and teamwork abilities.Through Real Mastery projects, they have opportunities to develop a financial analysis of a current public organization and to develop and present a marketing plan for an existing organization.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Evaluate and improve their own management style by reflecting on personality characteristics, time/stress management, conflict resolution, teamwork, communication, and decision-making approaches

Engage in the processes of strategic planning and organizational positioning
Develop effective marketing plans based on economic and demographic analysis to provide the organization a competitive edge
Integrate key financial measures with other assessment tools
Make the organization´s key processes more efficient and effective
Use statistical analysis and quantitative modeling techniques to aid in management decision making
Assess legal and ethical issues in the organization.

Business Administration (BS)

College of Business
The Business Administration Major, residential and online, is an interactive program that inspires and promotes learning of emergent as well as traditional business principles, concepts, and applications across the main business functions. The curriculum actively engages students in a lifelong process of building value added business knowledge and understanding, effective decision-making skills, team skills, oral and written communication skills, leadership skills, and other skills critical to being a valued contributor to the successful and efficient operation of business and society.

The program develops knowledge of and experience with the applications of quantitative techniques, accounting, financial analysis and environments, organizational behavior, production and distribution systems, operations analysis, human resources, marketing, business law, and applied business research. Together with the University´s General Education Requirements, the Business Administration Major prepares students to be effective and valued contributors to business and society. The major prepares students for career advancement and advanced graduate business studies.

Business Information Systems (BS)

College of Professional Studies)
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
Designed to provide graduates with the skills and tools required to succeed in virtually any corporate setting. The knowledge gained from the program gives students a solid foundation of program management skill sets that can be expanded and refined from within the Information Technology field and in support of Information Technology within business. Students share their experiences to enhance their expertise in a range of areas, including the program management in the Information Technology field, software/website development, Account Management, or Executive and Network Administration.

The program format provides both individual and team environments for students to expand their knowledge of Information Technology, promote critical thinking, and directly apply concepts within the workplace. Students engage in Real Mastery projects that give them the chance to analyze how networks are configured in an existing organization and to outline business processes using flowchart software.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Evaluate and improve management style by learning skills in time management, conflict resolution, teamwork, and communication skills
Understand methods Information Technology managers use to manage technology resources, serving both internal and external customers
Effectively analyze Information Technology problems and correctly implement programmatic decisions
Conduct scholarly research using library and Internet sources to support findings presented in papers and case studies

Computer Information Systems in Business (BS)

College of Information Technology
Requiring both management and technology skill levels, this program is not highly technical, though it is more so than the Business Information Systems degree. It was designed for managers who need to know how IT works, but may not know how to program. Depending on the prerequisites you bring to the degree, you can elect a more technical emphasis for this program. This is a particularly good degree program for U.S. Military Servicemembers because it is SOC approved.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Analyze the processes by which database systems are managed, and apply your learning to design your own configurations
Understand the principles of both managerial and financial accounting and the intricacies of business telecommunications
Design for the web
Manage and maintain Windows® Server Environments.

Computer Information Systems - Networking (BS)

College of Information Technology
The Computer Information Systems Networking program is offered in the cohort (SNAP), and traditional (CISN) formats. The bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems Networking is a program that cross-trains mainframe and other specialties to competency in Microsoft and Unix systems administration and network administration. This package applies previous experience, college credits and/or the Bellevue University College of Professional Studies general education requirements and the foundation for completing the 36 credit hour program. Students must complete the General Education Core Curriculum and Major Requirements.

Computer Information Systems - Software Programming (BS)

College of Information Technology
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) Bachelor of Science Degrees provide academic breadth and depth with an emphasis in the technology disciplines. They provide the background and foundation knowledge to build academic excellence and vocational flexibility. These degrees prepare students for an information technology career and also to pursue graduate studies.

There are four Majors available: Computer Information Systems Networking; Computer Information Systems Web-Based Networking; Computer Information Systems Software Programming; and Computer Information Systems in Business. For each Major, students must complete the required CIS coursework and other requirements as listed below. We also offer four Cohort Programs: Computer Information Systems Internet Systems Software Technology (an internet systems degree); Computer Information Systems Technology Advancement Program (a programming degree); Computer Information Systems & Network Administration Program (a networking degree); and Computer Information Systems in Business (a business degree).

Computer Information Systems - Technology Advancement Program (BS)

College of Information Technology
(Cohort Program)
This degree is designed to provide the technology skills necessary for a career as a software developer. Graduates of this program will have knowledge in programming skills using several development technologies. A variety of assignments and techniques are used to promote critical thinking and direct application of course material.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Use several programming languages
Explore important aspects of programming and software development using the systems development life cycle
Develop technical and business advocacy presentations
Apply object-oriented programming techniques using development tools
Develop software applications and Web based applications
Describe business telecommunications through the study of telecommunications networks, and their management
Develop strategies and resources to deal with information security issues
Design and administer a database
Apply structured analysis and design concepts to changing business requirements for an information system
Demonstrate writing and verbal communication skills for both business and technical audiences

Computer Information Systems Web-based Networking (BS)

Corporate Communication (BS)

College of Arts and Sciences
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
This degree program emphasizes the development of a broad range of communication skills, and the application of those skills to communicating with internal and external stakeholders. The curriculum emphasizes self-knowledge and improvement, competence in a variety of communication settings, and a strong foundation in analytical and ethical principles.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Improve their communication competence in a variety of settings
Analyze the communication processes that help or hinder an organization´s ability to meet objectives
Understand the unique role communication plays in influencing the culture and level of innovation within an organization
Appreciate the interdependency of communication, organizational adaptiveness, productivity, and work environment.

Internet Systems and Software Technology (BS)

College of Information Technology
(Cohort Program)
The Internet Systems Software Technology (ISST) program is designed for students who possess a background in information technology and are looking to complete their bachelor's requirements. This program provides a comprehensive study of the Information Technology industry. Topics are included in an integrated format built around a common project management theme.

The program is offered as a cohort, with an accelerated, online format that covers a 48-week period of continuous study. Students become Information Technology practitioners through the intensive use of electronic tools and techniques, which reinforce business and technical concepts for immediate applicability in the real world.

The program consists of 6 eight-week terms. In each term there are two classes, each worth 3 credit hours, that are conceptually related areas of concentration. It incorporates Bellevue University´s Cyber-Active® Learning model, emphasizing interaction among students and the instructor in an online environment. Each cohort, consisting of up to 25 students, will complete the classes in sequence. Students can anticipate spending at least eight hours a week online per class. Students will be expected to read material beyond the texts in order to become familiar with professional sources for knowledge and issues relating to IT.

The 6 credit hours per term will qualify the student as fulltime. Therefore, based upon the previous year´s income, the student could be eligible for financial aid. The Dean of the College of Information Technology is responsible for the overall academic coordination of each program.

Leadership (BA)

College of Professional Studies
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
Provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to enhance their ability to lead in their chosen field. Enables them to distinguish themselves as leaders and to advance more rapidly in their careers. Graduates of the program work in a wide variety of public and private organizations, and are uniquely positioned to move up quickly with their leadership skills.

The program examines leadership in a variety of contexts – historical, ethical, political, professional, psychological, emotional, personal, and organizational. In all contexts, students are exposed to relevant theories about leadership and are asked to reflect upon their own leadership experience.

Through various assignments, students analyze the nature of leadership in order to learn to lead more effectively in their personal, professional, and civic lives. To apply these principals, they complete Real Mastery projects in which they develop organizational training sessions as well as programs to address global and cross-cultural issues.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Collaborate effectively in teams
Lead team members by using legitimate methods of influence
Follow responsibly and effectively
Honestly conduct a process of self-assessment
Think critically about all topics, especially about topics related to the nature, role, and requirements of leadership
Solve problems and make decisions ethically
Communicate ideas and emotions useful in writing and speech
Provide vision and motivate change when necessary.

Logistics Management (BS)

College of Professional Studies
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
One of the first college degree programs to offer leading-edge thinking about logistics and supply chain management, the Bachelor's Degree in Logistics Management provides students with the background they need to take the lead in this dynamic field.

The coursework for the 36-credit hour major includes specific, relevant topics like Global Logistics Management, Current Issues in Transportation Logistics, and Supply Chain and Inventory Management. It also includes general management courses designed to give logistics managers insight and input into corporate leadership decision.

Students use Real Mastery projects to gain a hands on understanding of skills they will use in their careers. These include developing a marketing plan for a new product, as well as researching and developing solutions to a transportation or logistics issue/problem.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Identify the determinants of customer satisfaction – and how they are measured
Relate how supply chain management can play a key role in achieving corporate success
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of various modes of transportation
Identify the basic concepts of inventory management and find ways to improve inventory management
Identify the major laws that impact logistics management.

Management (BS)

College of Professional Studies
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
Prepares students to assume a leadership role in managing organizations in the private and public sectors. In addition to foundational marketing concepts and tools, students gain the communication, analytical and leadership skills, and knowledge needed to succeed in management.

The program format provides an environment for students to expand their knowledge of management by building on their own and others´ experiences, enabling direct application of course material. Real Mastery projects enhance this knowledge by allowing students to develop a training analysis and plan for a company or nonprofit and to generate a marketing plan for an existing organization.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Evaluate and improve their own management style by reflecting on time management, conflict resolution, teamwork, and communication skills
Perform an in-depth analysis of an existing business and its problem and opportunities for the Capstone Project.

Management Information Systems (BS)

College of Professional Studies
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
Gives students a foundation of management skill sets that include project management, teamwork, leadership and management strategies, and communications. Students share their experiences with other students to enhance their expertise in a range of areas, including project management, MIS management, MIS consultation, and team leadership in virtually any corporate setting.

The MIS program integrates essential direct experience through Real Mastery projects. Students have the chance to analyze a publicly-held company to determine investment risk and return and to sample the use of project management software to accomplish a real-world project on a step-by-step basis.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Evaluate and improve management styles by learning skills in time management, conflict resolution, teamwork, and communication
Understand the process where technical managers oversee technical projects involving analysis of business requirements, system performance and evaluation, end-user requirements, as well as project team assembly and performance feedback
Effectively analyze project requirements to make critical decisions about system development, user requirements, and project activities
Analyze and critique project team development through review of team dynamics and performance evaluation
Conduct scholarly research using library and Internet sources to support findings presented in papers and case studies
Perform basic financial calculations to assess a company´s financial performance and to determine appropriate budget levels for writing proposals and ongoing projects
Develop and analyze the ethical behavior within technical environments and provide guidance to increasing awareness of cyber-ethics
Students who successfully complete the Management Information Systems major will be prepared for the Professional Project Management (PMP) certification exam.

Management of Human Resources (BS)

College of Professional Studies
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
Provides students a strong foundation of management knowledge and skill sets to pursue a career as a human resource professional. Students share their experiences with other students to enhance their expertise in a range of areas, including competency in the common body of knowledge for human resource professionals as approved by the Society for Human Resource Management. Many graduates of this program successfully sit for the Professional in Human Resources Certificate Examination.

Through Real Mastery projects, the Management of Human Resources program provides hands-on experience in mastering skills the students will use throughout their careers. Projects include developing a comprehensive recruiting plan for an organization of their choice and creating a model of necessary competencies for the organization in which they currently work.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Analyze current trends in human resource management
Use statistical techniques for human resource professionals
Understand how the legal environment shapes human resource practices
Apply practices and techniques for recruitment and selection of human resources
Develop compensation strategies
Apply various approaches to benefit administration
Manage labor relations
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment
Integrate training and development into a business strategy.

Marketing Management (BS)

College of Professional Studies
(Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
Prepares students to assume a leadership role in marketing virtually any organization. In addition to foundational marketing concepts and tools, students gain the communication, analytical and leadership skills, as well as knowledge needed to succeed in marketing management. Graduates of the program work in a wide variety of public and private organizations, including positions related to product development, research, distribution, advertising, and many other fields in the marketing industry.

The program format provides an environment for students to expand their knowledge of marketing by building on their own and others´ experiences, enabling direct application of course material. Through Real Mastery projects, students have the opportunity to initiate a direct mail project for an existing or planned company, as well as to develop and present a complete marketing plan for a current or planned division, product, service or organization.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Evaluate and improve their own management styles by reflecting on time management, conflict resolution, teamwork, and communication skills
Create, promote, and deliver goods and services to consumers and businesses
Effectively analyze market conditions to make decisions about product development, distribution, and promotional activities
Analyze and critique web-based marketing strategies through research and review of existing e-marketing formats
Conduct relevant and reliable market research using a variety of techniques such as focus groups, mail/phone surveys, and interviews
Conduct scholarly research using library and internet sources to support findings presented in papers and case studies
Perform basic financial calculations to assess a company´s financial performance and to determine appropriate budget levels for ongoing marketing projects
Use some basic psychology and sociology theories to aid in understanding the dynamics of consumer behavior.

Security Management (BS)

College of Professional Studies
Accelerated Degree Completion Program)
Concentrates on management of the challenging issues and situations faced by individuals working in private, industrial, and public security. The curriculum builds on current career experience the student may have in retail security, law enforcement safety, military, and other related areas.

Real Mastery projects allow students in the program to learn from current security issues and situations. They have opportunities to develop an investigative process benefiting both the public and private sectors and to analyze the emergency response plans of their local areas.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Identify and categorize security-related threats in a business environment
Use modern security management techniques and methods to minimize exposure to liability and loss from sabotage, employee theft, and espionage directed at proprietary assets
Examine the physical vulnerabilities of a facility and how to employ appropriate intrusion detection, closed circuit television, and automated physical security systems
Employ a systemic model to analyze current and projected non-compliant data and information exposure within an organization
Implement the best practices associated with the effective management of security personnel
Assess and understand the legal and ethical dilemmas faced by security professionals.

Systems and Network Administration (BS)

This degree provides graduates the skills and disciplines needed to effectively manage in the areas of network administration and computer telecommunications. The curriculum for this degree program covers three primary areas: operating system administration for UNIX and Windows®, database management, and network administration.

Students in this program can expect to learn how to:

Understand UNIX from an administrator standpoint. Security, networking, application installation, file system configuration will be covered.
Administer small- to medium-sized networks in server environments.
Install, configure, manage, and support a Microsoft Windows 2003 Network Infrastructure®.
Design and manage database systems, including using the use of E-R Diagrams for database design.
Install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot the client-server database management system of Microsoft SQL (Structured Query Language) Server™.
Identify sources of threats and vulnerabilities as well as methods for optimizing system security.