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2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Graduate Criminal Justice |
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MCJ 6135 - Advanced Criminology
The goal of this course is to provide students with an understanding of topical issues in contemporary criminology. The course is designed to provide opportunities for active learning and critical analysis with an eye towards an understanding of the social reality of crime and crime control as well as how the social administration of justice operates. Specific areas to be discussed include: the correlates of crime (race, class, gender, and age); violent crime; economic crime; policing; and the control and regulation of criminals in the courts and corrections. Further, students will learn to apply their knowledge to better understand contemporary criminal justice research, evaluation, and policy analysis.
3 Hours
3 Credits
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MCJ 6140 - Security Threat Groups
There are very few topics that can generate both tremendous public appeal and opposition as the discussion of various security threat groups. Politicians, agents of the criminal justice system, and the general public have strong and often polarizing views on the topic of gangs. This course will examine domestic and International drug cartels, religious extremists and gangs both on the streets and in prisons. Attention will be given to the philosophical, sociological and structural influences that encourage the creation of various threat groups and the tactics agents used to monitor, intervene and control threat group activity.
3 Hours
3 Credits
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MCJ 6199 - Criminal Justice Capstone
The capstone project is designed to be a writing-intensive experiential learning opportunity wherein students propose their own research project that analyzes a contemporary issue in the Criminal Justice field. The capstone reflects the total accumulated knowledge learned throughout the Masters program. Upon the completion of this course, learners will demonstrate the ability to conduct and present original research, using the results of their study to propose a solution to a problem or articulate an area in need of future Criminal Justice research. A mandatory prerequisite is Research Methods in Criminal Justice.
3 Hours Lecture
3 Credits
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Media and Communication |
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MC 1115 - Introduction to Communication
This course explores the principles and contexts of human communication. It addresses the concepts of self, group, mass media, gender and intercultural communication. Students will study theory and analyze case studies to develop a working vocabulary for critical thinking about communication issues.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MC 2139 - Media Management
This course is designed to provide the student a broad overview of the business of media and journalism. Media ethics and law will provide a theoretical framework for the course, which will use case studies to provide students with an understanding of the fundamental challenges facing media managers in the digital age.
Prereq/Corequisite and or
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MC 2140 - Graphic Design I
This course introduces the interaction of text and image and the fundamental components of graphic communication. Students will develop and hone skills in working with text and image (Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop) as they create solutions to a series of design problems. Visual literacy will be increased through exposure to contemporary design issues and graphic design history. Students will be expected to expand their proficiency in all aspects of the design process, including the use of formal design principles, type as image, creative brainstorming, conceptualizing, critical thinking, collaboration, and presentation. 3 hours Lecture and Discussion - 3 credits
3 Hours LEcture
3
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MC 2239 - Graphic Design II
Further emphasis will be placed on the relationship between text and image through a series of design-based problems. Continued emphasis will be placed on the use of formal design principles, type as image, creative brainstorming, conceptualizing, critical thinking, collaboration, and presentation. Concepts in multi-page layout and cohesive design (Adobe InDesign) will be stressed in this advanced course. Students will also research and investigate opportunities in careers related to graphic design. Prerequisite: Graphic Design I. 3 hours Lecture and Discussion.
3 Hours Lecture
3
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MC 2242 - News Reporting and Writing
This course is designed to introduce the student to writing for newspapers and magazines in both print and online format. Emphasis will be placed on cultivating story ideas, interviewing sources, quoting sources, and writing using Associated Press (AP) style. Students will learn the skills of basic news writing to include both hard news and feature stories and will appreciate the differences between writing for hardcopy and online publications.
Prerequisite(s): EN 1101 - College Writing I and EN 1201 - College Writing II or EN 1211 - Advanced College Writing .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MC 3037 - The Gleaner
The Gleaner is DelVal’s literary and artistic journal. Students and faculty contribute poetry, short fiction, photography, and art for publication. The Gleaner staff works closely with a professional printer and gains hands-on instruction in layout and design techniques. The staff selects material, determines the best layout, chooses student prize winners, and presents the journal and prizes at the annual Gleaner Gala.
1/2 credit
Graded Pass/Fail
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MC 3040 - Digital Photography and Editing
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the basic principles and techniques of digital photography. Students will learn to use all of the features of a standard digital camera. Some of the areas of focus will be: depth of field, lighting techniques, motion portraiture, composition, location analysis, and digital image processing. Additionally, students will develop skills in digital photo editing and production for projects with specific themes and applications.
3 hours lecture and Laboratory
3 credits
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MC 3051 - Professional Communication
This course offers the elements of effective business communications and communication theory. In written assignments, exercises, and class discussion, students will analyze intended audience(s) of documents, write, research, and format letters, memos, and short reports, participate in collaborative team projects, and develop skills of oral communication.
Prerequisite(s): EN 1101 - College Writing I and EN 1201 - College Writing II or EN 1211 - Advanced College Writing .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MC 3056 - Technical Writing
This course introduces the student to technical writing, a form of communication that is employed on-the-job in the scientific and technological fields. Topics include writing technical letters, memoranda, resumes, instructions, proposals, and research reports. The purpose of technical writing-to convey factual information in an unambiguous way-demands clear, direct and specific writing.
Prerequisite(s): EN 1101 - College Writing I and EN 1201 - College Writing II or EN 1211 - Advanced College Writing .
3 hours Lecture
3 credits
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MC 3144 - Writing for Public Relations, Promotion and Advertising
This course is designed to introduce the student to the various kinds of writing used in public relations, marketing, promotion, and advertising including instruction in: preparing news releases, press statements, feature stories, product articles, newsletters, fund-raising literature, cover letters in direct mail campaigns, and annual reports. Emphasis will be placed on writing and practicing marketing, public relations, and advertising within the “new media” environment.
Prerequisite(s): EN 1101 - College Writing I and EN 1201 - College Writing II or EN 1211 - Advanced College Writing .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MC 3246 - Writing for Radio, Television and the Internet
Students will examine the format, structure, pacing, and style of scripts for radio, television and the internet and will produce scripts representing at least three genres. In addition, they will evaluate the role of the script writer in the public media.
Prerequisite(s): EN 1101 - College Writing I and EN 1201 - College Writing II or EN 1211 - Advanced College Writing .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MC 4015 - Video Production I
This course introduces students to the techniques of single camera video production in a multimedia environment. Instruction will cover the production process from program conceptualization, script and storyboard development, preproduction planning, single camera field production non-linear editing and audio mixing. Students will work individually and in teams to complete assignments.
3 hours - lecture and Laboratory
3 credits
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MC 4025 - Video Production II
This course helps students develop professional level skills in the production of video in a multimedia environment and produce a finished DVD program to be added to their professional portfolio. Students will build upon the basic skills learned in Digital Video Production I. These include advanced video editing, script writing, working with non-professional actors, DVD authoring, motion graphics, compositing and animation graphics. A significant portion of class will be devoted to the development and production of the students’ final project.
Prerequisite(s):
3 hours - lecture and Laboratory
3 credits
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MC 4152 - Seminar (English)
As the capstone of the English major’s program, the student studies, under the guidance of a faculty member, a specific period or author. This tutorial approach culminates in the preparation of a paper of considerable length and quality and an oral defense of it.
Prerequisite(s): EN 1101 - College Writing I and EN 1201 - College Writing II or EN 1211 - Advanced College Writing and senior standing.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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Masters of Management |
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MM 6010 - Business Acumen I
This course provides a global perspective of organizational environments and the fundamental knowledge required to lead in them. Topics include principles of economics, business law, ethics, marketing strategy, and an overview of management techniques.
3 Hours Lecture
3 Credits
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MM 6015 - Business Acumen II
This course examines accounting and finance principles from a managerial perspective. Students in this course will be able to analyze relevant accounting and financial information for the effective management of organizational resources. As part of this course, students will gain familiarity with excel as well as statistical analyses used to inform decisions.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6017 - Ldrshp Through Self-Awareness
This course presents current leadership theory and leverages self-assessment tools to allow students to explore their personal leadership style. As part of this course students will participate in intensive, experiential simulation exercises as both a team leader and a team member in order to evaluate their leadership style and its impact on others.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6020 - Data-Driven Decision Making
This course integrates concepts from Business Acumen I and Business Acumen II with critical problem-solving methodologies. Upon completion of this program students will be able to 1) build dynamic financial models that consider all relevant data points, 2) effectively generate and evaluate alternatives 3) present persuasive arguments when making managerial level decisions.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6025 - Leading and Organizing Teams
This course presents effective methods for building high impact teams. Students will compare and contrast team leadership theories and analyze appropriate applications for them. Topics covered include: providing feedback, motivating staff, implementing team building strategies, aligning organizational structures, developing and implementing training programs.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6030 - Leading StrategicýOrganizational Change
This course will explore the role of power, politics and organizational structure in leading and implementing change initiatives in organizations. Students will use case study examples of both successes and failures to evaluate methods for fostering innovation, developing alternative and contingency plans, and creating organizational structures that align with change efforts.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6035 - Policy and Law for Managers
The course examines, from a strategic approach, how the human resource function interacts with legal and regulatory requirements, competency models, job design, recruitment, selection, employee relations, career development, training, compensation and benefits, occupational health, safety and employee wellness. Students evaluate issues related to the management and measurement of people in the work environment, the ethical dilemmas associated with human resources management and the business impact of people related decisions in the workplace.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6040 - Managerial Communications
This course will focus on the oral and written communication skills required in management and leadership positions. Students will 1) analyze the inter-relationship between corporate culture and communication expectations, 2) evaluate messaging and context and determine appropriate channels and writing/communication style for each, 3) develop a communication style required to convey persuasive arguments.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6050 - Management Capstone
This course requires students to synthesize learnings from across the degree program in order to create a plan for organizational change. Students can either choose a practicum or research-based project for their deliverable which will include a financial model, an executive memo, an organizational structure and a communication plan.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6090 - Negotiations and Conflict Mgmt
This course requires students to explore their personal negotiation styles as well as their comfort level with conflict. Through the use of written communication and teleconferencing, students will engage in negotiation simulations and reflect on their successes and failures. They will also learn techniques for conducting difficult conversations and managing challenging employees.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6091 - Ethical Leadership
This course examines the intersection of policy, ethics and law in an organizational environment. Through case studies and simulations, students will analyze managerial dilemmas that could lead to conflicts of interest and unethical conduct. Students will reflect on their individual values and explore courageous ways to use them in a leadership role.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6210 - Contemporary Business Issues
This course is designed to provide a forum for decision, reflection, and examination of contemporary business issues. Global business, legal systems, and social issues, quality, and the internet are a few examples of the topical areas that are covered in this course.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 6215 - Corporate Governance
Corporate Governance as a subject matter recognizes that good governance practices are essential in raising capital in the competitive global environment. This course focuses on understanding how differences in capital markets, ownership structures, and legal traditions affect the optimal design of financial contracts. Moreover, this course will examine potential conflicts between shareholders and other corporate constituents. This course will explore and evaluate the legal, economic, and financial framework of corporate governance. The design of this course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the current role and responsibilities of corporate directors, officers, and managers in the wake of recent legislation designed to provide the public with a more “transparent” view of how corporations conduct business. Additionally, this course will investigate the changing nature of the relationships between the various constituencies that compose the corporate environment. Finally, this course will expose students to international corporate governance and discuss the reasons for the recent failures of corporate governance.
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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MM 9901 - Management Practicum
TBA
3 hours lecture
3 credits
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