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  • 3.00 Credits

    Exchange relations have been part of human interactions for thousands of years. This course examines the history of such relations and the role of money as a medium of exchange. We will discuss the socio-cultural and the political-economic aspects of this history. Our journey will take us from the days of beads, shells and trinkets to present day uses of money in modern society. Course Objectives (1) Understand the exchange relations that have been part of human interactions for thousands of years. (2) Examine the history of such relations and the role of money as a medium of exchange. (3) Analyze the social-cultural and political-economic aspects of this history. (4) Compare exchanges of beads, shells, and trinkets to the complicated financial uses of money in today's society.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is available to qualified students as a practicum within the University or in conjunction with an external agency. It prepares students for careers in their field by involving them in professional work under the supervision of a faculty of staff member. This requires regular progress reports and a final paper. Prerequisites: Junior status; 3.0 GPA; consent of an instructor to act as a supervisor; acceptance by an agency if applicable. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Explain the purpose of a museum, archive, or historical research facility. (2) Illustrate how artifact or archival materials can be used to add depth and detail to historical scholarship. (3) Develop practical skills to work in the professional historical world. (4) Evaluate different ways of displaying and promoting history.
  • 1.00 Credits

    HON 299 is a one-credit add-on to students' University Experience for new students or other appropriate classes for transfer students. This one-credit course will give students the opportunity to contribute meaningful service to Point Park University and/or to the local community. Students who enroll in this one-credit option will first research existing Honors Program and Pittsburgh area activities and projects. They will be then required to commit 25-30 hours to a service project or activity that connects to the co-requisite course objectives. A description of the project and a service contract will be required and determined by the instructor with the students' assistance. Students will be required to keep a journal or written log of their activities and to fulfill all obligations set by the faculty and on-site supervisor(s) (this could include, but is not limited to, reflection papers and appropriate post-project essays). Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Analyze and/or solve complex issues and problems. (2) Work collaboratively with others in diverse, cross-disciplinary teams to analyze and/or solve applied, real-world problems. (3) Articulate and adhere to a set of coherent ethical principles. (4) Demonstrate leadership skills. (5) Engage in community service and cultural activities to not only give back to the community but also to expand interpersonal and intercultural experiences.
  • 1.00 Credits

    HON 399 is a one-credit add-on to students' applicable and appropriate courses. Students will submit proposals to study abroad or within the U.S., contribute to original research, connect a course with interdisciplinary components, or produce original writing segments or assignments for an appropriate course. Students could also serve as writing, teaching or lab assistants. The goal is for students to add to, broaden and enrich their academic experiences beyond set course requirements. It can serve as a precursor to completing an honorized capstone course as well. It can add academic rigor to courses in students' majors by challenging them to deepen and broaden their understanding of course material with the research, study abroad and writing components. They can also learn while sharing their knowledge with their fellow students and assisting professors. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Analyze and/or solve complex issues and problems. (2) Work collaboratively with others in diverse, cross-disciplinary teams to analyze and/or solve applied, real-world problems. (3) Demonstrate leadership skills.
  • 1.00 Credits

    HON 499 is a one-credit add-on to students' existing capstones. By taking this course, students are effectively honorizing their capstones, expanding upon and further developing work done at the end of their major programs. Students will transform their capstone experiences to an Honors Thesis or Honors Project. This broadens the trajectory of students' capstones to include interdisciplinary elements from the core curriculum, channels their work to exceptional academic or professional rigor to further their careers, and gives students the opportunity to communicate their work in a professional setting with required presentations. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Analyze and/or solve complex issues and problems. (2) Produce professional quality communications: written, oral, and graphic communications, including effective and ethical use of social media. (3) Conduct quality research or scholarship. (4) Demonstrate critical and creative thinking through independent inquiry. (5) Practice self-initiated learning.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Overview of HR functions with a focus on recruitment and selection processes, performance appraisal systems, compenstation & benefits systems, EEOC compliance, employee relations and discipline. An introduction to the SHRM Competencies Model will be addressed in this course. Course Objectives 1) Review the scope of HR Management functions. 2) Understand employment regulations and compliance issues related to HR in the areas of EEOC, Recruiting and Selection, Performance Appraisal,and Employee Relations. 3) Explain the main concepts of an organization's recruitment, selection and performance management systems. 4) Understand the components of an organization's compensation and benefits systems.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Covers major employment, labor, and discrimination laws and regulations governing the workplace. Develops an understanding of the practical application of workplace regulations on day-to-day human resources operations and ways to minimize a company's exposure to lawsuits and charges with emphases on case study discussion; prai:tical .examples and .use of extensive. resource materials SHRM Competencies will be addressed in this course including but not limited to HR Expertise and Critical Evaluation. Prerequisite: BMGT 201. Course Description 1. Develop an expanded view of labor and employment regulations and laws affecting the workplace. 2. Build their knowledge of labor and employment regulations and laws in the workplace in making employment decisions. 3. Generate information about the labor and employment regulations and laws that will allow them to communicate effectively with the local, state and federal agencies. 4. Evaluate examples of a workplace's written labor and employment plans and procedures to help determine if the workplace is in compliance and what changes should be made if necessary. 5. Evaluate and inspect current employment laws, trends in the law and how to stay current.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course reviews the history and evolution of American labor unions, including industrial relations problems. The course will explore the concept of collective bargaining by focusing on the formation of labor unions, the passing of the National Labor Relations Act, and the development of subsequent labor laws. The components of a labor agreement, including the relative positions of management and the union in negotiations, will be discussed. U.S. employment law will also be covered. Students in the HR program must retain a copy of the completed work for submission in their portfolio in BMGT 418. Prerequisite: BMGT 207. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Categorize the scope of labor relations; including union activities, policies, and procedures, and other regulations. (2) Examine the history of labor relations and unions, and use that history as a framework for applying current laws and practices. (3) Evaluate the current issues and trends in labor relations, including anticipated changes to regulations and case law. (4) Compile the various regulations of other countries as they impact multinational organizations. (5) Examine the specific regulatory requirements for U.S. owned organizations, including specific legislation regarding employees, and the regulations governing management/union interactions.
  • 3.00 Credits

    In depth study into current topics that impact how organizations properly address and manage HR processes thereby enabling the organization to obtain desired goals and address sustainability. The SHRM competency of Global and Cultural Effectiveness will be included in the course conten. Students in the HR program are required to upload at least one example of their work as identified by the faculty member to their e-portfolio. Prerequisite: Junior Standing. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Analyze current trends in the labor market as they impact HR processes. (2) Analyze current trends in the labor market to meet organizational goals through HR processes. (3) Create HR programs incorporating current trends into organizational processes. (4) Compile data on current trends in labor markets, industry and society to enhance organization decisions. (5) Blend ethics, social responsibility and sustainability with current trends to enhance organizational decisions and goal obtainment.
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