|
BU 104 Basic Computer Applications
|
3 semester hours
|
This course is to build
proficiency skills in the Microsoft Office software suite, including word
processing, spreadsheet, database creation and presentation software
applications. The current Microsoft Office software is used as the standard for
this course.
Prerequisite: BU 102.
|
BU 204 Advanced Computer Applications
|
3 semester hours
|
Using general computer
software, this course will cover features in Microsoft Excel and Access in
depth. It will stress the use of applications in the health care environment.
Prerequisite: BU 104.
|
BU 207 Principles of Accounting I
|
3 semester hours
|
This course focuses on the
recording of business transactions and understanding the effects of those
transactions upon the accounting equation. The world of business consists of
all the activities necessary to provide the members of an economic system with
goods and services. Additionally, students will be introduced to reading,
preparing and understanding financial statements used for decision-making.
|
BU 210 Business Communications
|
3 semester hours
|
This course is an
introduction to business communication. Topics such as writing styles, research
methods, report writing and cross-cultural communication are examined. Additionally,
students study the job search process, how meetings are conducted, personality
typing, and negotiating and technological devices that assist in business
communication. Oral reporting and presentation skill are also covered.
Prerequisite: BU 104.
|
BU 306 Principles of Management
|
3 semester hours
|
This course focuses on the
study of managerial roles including planning, organizing, leading and
controlling. Specific topics include an examination of organizational culture
and design, decision making, environmental assessment, strategic planning, human
resources, and motivation. Application of management concepts to real health
care entities is stressed.
|
BU 326 Principles of Marketing
|
3 semester hours
|
This class is the study of
theory and application of the marketing mix, with emphasis on marketing
healthcare services internally and externally. Each component of the marketing
mix will be examined separately as well as the interactive nature of
components. We will include the impact of qualitative and quantitative data
analysis on marketing decisions.
Prerequisite: BU 306.
|
MI 441 Medical Imaging Department Management
|
3 semester hours
|
(3 hours theory per week) This course is designed for the student going into
department supervision and management. The student will learn the basics of
budgets, personnel scheduling, counseling, and administrative and leadership
duties.
|
NS 464 Professional Nurse Leadership and
Management: Theory
|
3 semester hours
|
(3 hours of theory per week) Professional nurse leadership and management
theories will be explored. Leadership styles and their impact on health care
delivery will be examined. The various functions of management will be
reviewed. In the role of manager/leader, the student will devise strategies
that plan, direct, delegate, evaluate and implement. The focus is on scholarly
activities to emphasize increased understanding of the influence of
professional nurse caring behaviors within an organizational structure. The
promotion of evidence-based practice using interpersonal and therapeutic
communication skills will enhance the articulation of global health care
issues.
Prerequisite: All 100-
and 200 level nursing courses.
