37 courses with the subject INDS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
INDS 2000Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies3
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course provides a foundational exploration of interdisciplinary studies, enabling students to gain an understanding of the concepts, theories, and practices essential for interdisciplinary collaboration. The course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to bridge the gap between various academic disciplines, fostering a holistic understanding of complex real-world problems. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
INDS 3000Interdisciplinary Studies Research Methods3
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will examine research methods for interdisciplinary study and explore different perspectives on a variety of case study topics. Students will develop their ideas for their interdisciplinary capstone project by evaluating and comparing methodologies. This course will continue the development of the interdisciplinary capstone project introduced in INDS 2000 . (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee In this course, students will complete an interdisciplinary capstone project. Students will document and present their capstone project in order to highlight their critical thinking, research, and oral and written communication skills. Students will also acquire essential skills for self-marketing and developing a comprehensive e-portfolio. This course will complete the development of the interdisciplinary capstone project introduced in INDS 2000 and INDS 3000 . (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course teaches the fundamentals of online teaching, learning, and design. Learners study theory and build knowledge upon practical experiences by studying in, and fulfilling assignments within, a learning management system (LMS). By course end, learners will have developed the shell of an online course, including most basic elements. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course teaches the fundamentals of instructional design for online learning. Theory, models, interviewing, and design tools are utilized to increase learner breadth and depth of understanding to develop quality online learning experiences. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course teaches the fundamentals of effective online learning assessments. Learners study theory along with developing tangible skills related to assessment with online discussions, papers, projects, games, and so forth. Learners have several opportunities to develop and practice skills within a learning management system. Final projects include the assessment of online courses, using national standards. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course focuses on the practice and implementation of the Dale Carnegie principles of leadership and professionalism. Learners set personal goals and identify pathways to success. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Students will study and analyze basic leadership approaches, processes, and traits. Students will gain a foundational knowledge of leadership by identifying skills and styles of leadership. Students will draft a vision plan to include communication and innovation. The first section of a portfolio will be initiated in this course and expanding across all three courses in this leadership series will be produced. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Students will delve deeper into interpersonal portions of leadership knowledge, skills, and abilities. Students will begin to develop and apply their own individual expertise. This course will continue development of the portfolio from the first course in the series. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Students will be introduced to the psychological aspects of leadership including culture, ethics, and gender. Students will create and lead effective groups and teams. Students will build an ongoing continuous improvement plan. This course will continue development of the portfolio from the first course in the series. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
INDS 6000Introduction to Interdisciplinary Research & Studies3
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will analyze the concepts of interdisciplinary study. Students draft their interdisciplinary degree plan and gain the ability to describe their interdisciplinary degree to multiple audiences. Introduction to fundamental research evaluations methods. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course teaches the fundamentals of online teaching, learning, and design. Learners study theory and build knowledge upon practical experiences by studying in, and fulfilling assignments within, a learning management system (LMS). By course end, learners will have developed the shell of an online course, including most basic elements. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course teaches the fundamentals of instructional design for online learning. Theory, models, interviewing, and design tools are utilized to increase learner breadth and depth of understanding to develop quality online learning experiences. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course teaches the fundamentals of effective online learning assessments. Learners study theory along with developing tangible skills related to assessment with online discussions, papers, projects, games, and so forth. Learners have several opportunities to develop and practice skills within a learning management system. Final projects include the assessment of online courses, using national standards. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This special topics course will provide MIS students emphasizing leadership to critically examine and evaluate academically relevant topics in greater depth than is possible through core leadership courses currently offered in the program. Students will conduct pertinent research in leadership, write a research paper, and present their findings to their peers. Potential course topics include: Global Leadership, Presidential Leadership, Historical Leadership, etc. (As Needed) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Special Topics in Human Values provides a platform for graduate students to explore a topic that addresses a timely issue and takes a deep look into a period, site, or idea relevant to Human Values. (As Needed) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee This learning block course is specifically designed for transfer students from an academic discipline that SUU’s MIS degree does not currently have. It is solely for the purpose of course substitution for transfer courses. (As Needed) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Reputations have never been subjected to such scrutiny and crushing verdicts as in today’s court of public opinion. As perception is often reality, potential issues are typically visible long before the crisis stage. Learn how to spot common triggers, what should be in place before a crisis hits, message strategy and how to communicate the issue whether it is online attacks from a former employee, lawsuits or acts of nature. Shifting from crisis to recovery is risky, learn when and how to transition safely. All crises big and small can be managed by amassing relational capital across multiple audience sectors. By discovering how to develop and maintain relational capital, students will be able to apply these skills to any crisis or significant issue in their chosen industry. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to supervise and manage employees. Topics include how to set performance expectations, motivate and coach for performance improvement, comply with HR rules/regulations, and incorporate staff needs into the budget process. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course provides an introduction to the strategies, techniques, and requirements for managing a non-profit organization. Students will focus on four primary categories aligned with non-profit management: 1) Fundraising; 2) Financial Management; 3) Organizational Management; and 4) Program Development. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee In this fast-paced course, students will learn how to successfully secure funding from various agencies in which a grant proposal is required. Students will learn about private and public grant-making foundations and how to properly research, prioritize, apply, and build relationships. Lastly, students will learn about the grant cycle and common mistakes to ensure proposal success. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee In this fast-paced course, students will be equipped with critical and ethical skills to successfully fundraise efficiently and effectively. Students will learn how to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward private funding for annual funds, major gifts, and planned gifts. Specific strategies and tools will be highlighted to secure constituent loyalty with external and internal stakeholders. The focus will be on applying these strategies and tools within a non-profit organization to create a positive impact. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
INDS 6414Foundations of Contemporary Animal Services Leadership (CASL)3
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will examine the history of animal services and welfare in the United States and how the field has evolved over a century to become one of the most rapidly developing professions. This field interfaces with public safety but also complex issues like community wellness, social justice, socio-economic inequity, municipal excellence, economic development and more. Students will go from looking at the past to looking at the present and the future of the field of animal services as a profession, both nonprofit and in the municipal worlds. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Students will study and analyze basic leadership approaches, processes, and traits. Students will gain a foundational knowledge of leadership by identifying skills and styles of leadership. Students will draft a vision plan to include communication and innovation. The first section of a portfolio will be initiated in this course and expanding across all three courses in this leadership series will be produced. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Students will delve deeper into interpersonal portions of leadership knowledge, skills, and abilities. Students will begin to develop and apply their own individual expertise. This course will continue development of the portfolio from the first course in the series. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Students will be introduced to the psychological aspects of leadership including culture, ethics, and gender. Students will create and lead effective groups and teams. Students will build an ongoing continuous improvement plan. This course will continue development of the portfolio from the first course in the series. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will introduce students to essentials of team leadership. By the end of the course, students will understand strategies of effective team formation, communication within and between teams, and drivers of team effectiveness. Students will create and lead effective groups and teams. This course will continue development of the portfolio from the first courses in the series,
INDS 6550Interdisciplinary Public Land Studies: Practices, Policies and Issues3
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Parks and public lands are interdisciplinary by nature. As a nation, we have large tracts of land set aside for the common good and are reliant on these lands for their natural resources ensuring the people in our society have access to air, water, shelter, energy, and quality of life. National Parks, monuments, wildlife refuges, forests, reserves, waterways, seashores, and other public domain lands are managed for multiple use with the understanding that they will provide benefits to society: timber, water, grazing, minerals, wildlife, and outdoor recreation. This course will look at the interdisciplinary approach to managing public lands for the public’s good. Beginning with a review of agency missions, mandates and guiding policies we will investigate how public land agencies operate and maneuver through a complex set of demands and values. We will consider the natural history of places, our collective and individual land ethics and how mangers, visitors, and our society are addressing current challenges and issues. (Fall [As Needed]) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course examines the historical development, current trends, best practices, and future trends of intercollegiate sport administration. Students will gain the knowledge of governance and politics of sport organizations that govern intercollegiate athletics. Students will analyze how people involved in governance set the tone of an organization and how individual sport bodies fit into the greater industry. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of a working knowledge of what organizations do and what their purpose is in the administration of an intercollegiate department. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course focuses on the preparation of professional sports communication materials for internal and external audiences. Topics include integrating public relations with strategic management; creating and distributing organizational media; using print, broadcast, online, and social media, as well as non-traditional tactics, to create effective public relations campaigns; developing beneficial relationships with media and public audiences; and crisis management techniques. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course contributes to the MIS mission by introducing students to the fundamental aspects of a professional research project. Additionally, students will explore career options and learning blocks as they draft the required Capstone Statement of Purpose template. Topics include critical thinking, literature reviews, research tools, data analysis, and research reports. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee Provides the student with hands-on experience related to their chosen two or three disciplines from the student’s degree plan of study under the direct supervision of a qualified field expert. Only three (3) credit hours may count toward the degree. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee In this course MIS students plan and complete a professional project as a required capstone experience. Learners will research and address a professional problem, then report the results. The project is practitioner-based and culminates learning from each of the three coursework-based learning blocks. Students will study and apply project management skills including proposal and assessment techniques, then carry out their project. A comprehensive report and presentation will serve as final deliverables. This course should be taken in the last semester of the program. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee This course serves the MIS student who needs additional support with a capstone project after completing INDS 6900 . The course also serves to help the student maintain continuous enrollment. (As Needed) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee Designed to give credit for intensive interdisciplinary learning situations outside of the traditional classroom. Students may receive credit for university study abroad trips. Study abroad credit must be arranged and receive approval at the department level. (Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
