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4.00 Credits
This course teaches the application of scientific method to the study of human behavior. Topics include the relationship between theory, hypotheses and empirical research, ethical considerations of research with humans, laboratory and field experimental methods, survey research, participant observation, and the use of documents and available data. The laboratory reinforces the theoretical issues covered in the lecture portion of the course. Students complete structured, hands-on exercises with experimental and non-experimental research methods in psychology. Students use the computer to analyze data, conduct literature reviews, and write research reports. Required of psychology majors. Prerequisite: minimum grade of C in PSY 385 for psychology majors. 4 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
Students work 100 hours per three credits in one of several applied psychology settings under the supervision of qualified personnel. Students are also required to become familiar with the scholarly literature relevant to their placement, and to write a research paper integrating the research and fieldwork aspects of the practicum. Students have regular meetings with the practicum instructor throughout the semester. Permission of the instructor is required prior to registration. Open only to juniors and seniors. Not available to students who are student-teaching. May be taken for one or two semesters. Students may take no more than 15 credits between PSY 394, 395, and 423. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, PSY 105, and 6 semester hours of psychology. 3-6 semester hours
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6.00 Credits
Research in an area of the student's special interest. Required of all majors in psychology (see also PSY 419). Prerequisites: PSY 385 and 387. 6 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of PSY 394, 395. Students work 100 hours per three credits in one of several applied psychology settings under the supervision of qualified personnel. Students are also required to become familiar with the scholarly literature relevant to their placement, to participate in on-campus meetings, and to write a research paper integrating the research and fieldwork aspects of the practicum. Students have regular meetings with the internship instructor throughout the semester. Permission of the instructor is required prior to registration. Open only to juniors and seniors. Not available to students who are student-teaching. Students may take no more than 15 credits between PSY 394, 395, and 423. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, PSY 105, PSY 394, and 6 semester hours of psychology. 9-12 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the use of probability and inference for decision making in the administrative and social sciences. Topics include collection, measurement and presentation of data (descriptive statistics); probability distributions and expected values; and sample design and parameter estimation. Prerequisite: MATH 117 or its equivalent and sophomore standing. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
More advanced use of probability and inference in the administrative and social sciences. Topics include hypothesis testing; multiple and nonlinear regression and correlation analysis; analysis of variance; chi-square, non-parametric tests; time-series analysis; and decision-making under uncertainty, including Bayesian analysis. Prerequisite: QA 251 and sophomore standing. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
In this course, students develop critical thinking skills and study techniques for reading college level texts. Teaching and learning activities focus on strategies for developing vocabulary, maximizing reading comprehension, enhancing note taking from texts and lectures, building organizational skills, applying test-taking strategies, and demonstrating flexibility in reading. Learning activities emphasize the direct application of these reading strategies to current coursework in the various disciplines. This is a developmental course for freshmen. Offered only in the fall. 3 semester hours The following is a partial list of courses that have been offered. Other courses will continue to be offered. The courses are available to qualified students upon approval of Honors Committee Advisors.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the political, social, cultural, and economic impact of globalization on employment opportunities. Various global issues such as the growing importance of outsourcing to China and India, the controversy surrounding labor rights and environmental issues, and the impact of trading blocs on the employment picture in the United States will be examined. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of international business law. The course considers the various approaches which different countries take with regard to contract, employment, corporate, and environmental law. It offers students the opportunity to do special research projects on legal and ethical dilemmas faced by the international business manager. Guest speakers from the business community have been invited to share their experiences in conducting international business transactions. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
The course will provide insight into the development, integration, and implementation of competitive strategies. A case study approach will be used to highlight areas of management that cover such topics as decision analysis, competitive strategy, implementation, research and development, and international business. The seminar will be conducted by an executive who has climbed the corporate ladder from trainee to president. His experiences throughout his career will play an important role in demonstrating the competitive issues faced by the modern manager. 3 semester hours
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