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Educational Technology |
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ET 735 - Creating on the Web 3 Units
With the web offering innovative forms of communication, collaboration and creativity, this course is designed to help candidates develop and grow their professional presence and networks by creating web-based content. A variety of web tools, including Web 2.0 applications, are explored and used for creative purposes. Topics include review of current web creation tools, management issues, literature, social media and the implications of Personal Learning Networks (PLNs). Candidates use digital resources and tools to design and develop an online presence for personal learning and professional purposes.
May not be audited
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ET 797 - Continuous Registration 0 Units
Students who do not complete ET 799 at the end of two semesters are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for 797 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
May not be audited
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ET 798 - Project/Thesis Proposal 3 Units
Recommended prior coursework: ED 779 . In this course candidates develop a written proposal for the thesis or project consisting of three parts: introduction, literature review and methodology. The proposal identifies a researchable problem and questions, reviews relevant published studies and literature resources surrounding the identified problem and outlines a methodology for conducting a study. Course activities focus on article review and analysis procedures and the development of a conceptual written document of the proposal. Successful completion and approval of the proposal is required prior to conducting a study.
May not be audited
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ET 799 - Project/Thesis 1 unit
Required prior coursework: ET 798 and ED 771 . Candidates complete the thesis or project by writing up the results and conclusions of the study. The results section addresses the identified research problem and answers the questions posed in the proposal. The successfully completed project or thesis is professional and scholarly in nature, serving as evidence of the candidate's competence and knowledge of using technology in support of teaching and learning and academic communication skills.
May not be audited
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History |
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HIST 712 - History of Christianity 3 Units
Study of the beginning and development of Christianity from apostolic times to the present. The aim of the course is to acquaint students with the church's history, confessions and heritage including key individuals and events in the development of Western Christianity.
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HIST 716 - The Evangelical Anabaptist Story 3 Units
This course provides an orientation to the historical experience, denominational identity and contemporary priorites and challenges of the Mennonite Brethren Church. The course begins with an historical exploration of the origins and development of the sixteenth-century Anabaptist movement, and the subsequent development of the Mennonite church within the wider context of Protestantism in Europe. Special attention is then given to the origin and growth of the Mennonite Brethren Church in Russia, North America, and its emergence as a global movement during the twentieth century. The historical survey will serve as the backdrop against which to interpret cultural, theological and sociological forces and factors that shaped Mennonite Brethren faith and life, theology, worship, ecclesiology and ethics.
May not be audited
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HIST 718 - North American Religious History 3 Units
A study of the major developments and thought in North American church life from colonial times to the present. Special attention is given to the development of evangelicalism as an identifiable movement within North American religious life. Students are encouraged to pay special attention to their own denominational traditions as they function within the context of North American church life.
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HIST 722 - Women in the Christian Tradition 2-3 Units
Explores some of the ways that women have lived out their Christian faith. Using the arc of Christian history, students examine how women have served the church, expressed their faith and witnessed to the good news of Jesus. In doing that, students inevitably examine issues of power and authority, calling and giftedness, spirituality and theological perspective.
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HIST 724 - The Story of Radical Renewal Movements Through Church History 3 Units
Explores the history of Christianity from the ancient church to contemporary experience through the lens of renewal movements and seeks to identify implications for ministry in the 21st century.
Ministry, Leadership and Culture student only
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Individualized Master of Arts |
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IMA 701 - Introduction to Individualized Study 2 Units
This course consists of a combination of seminar and one-on-one experiences in which students beginning the Individualized Master of Arts Program (IMAP) will research, reflect and write on the field they intend to study. The course includes one or more seminars during the semester and culminates with the presentation of a paper to the program committee and the IMAP Council containing the proposal for the final program of study.
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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IMA 797 - Continuous Registration 0 Units
Students who do not complete the project or thesis within the semesters they have registered are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for 797 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
May not be audited
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IMA 798 - Project/Thesis Proposal 1 unit
Involves completion of a proposal for the project or thesis. Instruction is tutorial and reviews procedures, along with development of a conceptual overview of the process of formulating and completing a thesis or project.
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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IMA 799 - Project/Thesis-Individualized Master of Arts 3 Units
Supervised project or thesis in the field of the individualized study. Instruction is tutorial and will result in a completed project or thesis.
Prerequisites: IMA 798 ;
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC; Students may take up to 2 semesters to complete the course.
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Kinesiology |
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KIN 710 - Technology in Kinesiology 3 Units
An introduction to technology literacy, focusing on the effective use of technology in teaching and educational management. Students will investigate ways technology can enhance instruction and management for the setting in which they are interested and/or involved.
May not be audited
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KIN 715 - Legal Aspects of Kinesiology and Sport 3 Units
Explores the law and how it impacts the field of kinesiology and sport. Examination of topics includes the American legal system, individual courses of action, legal issues commonly found within kinesiology and sport and fundamental risk-management strategies to reduce legal liability.
May not be audited
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KIN 720 - Psychology of Sport 3 Units
Recommended prior coursework: Any previous psychology course. This course offers the athletic coach, scholar and athletic trainer the opportunity to learn and apply correct, sound psychological dimensions of motivation, leadership, team unity, age-related issues and psychological skills training relative to the enhancement of athletic performance. The psychological aspect of injury and rehabilitation are also discussed.
May not be audited
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KIN 725 - Program Design in Physical Education 3 Units
Fundamental principles and bases of curriculum contruction for physical education programs in schools and non-school instructional settings.
May not be audited
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KIN 730 - History and Philosophy in Kinesiology 3 Units
Historical and philosophical issues within physical education, athletic training, sport administration and other emerging professions.
May not be audited
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KIN 735 - Trends in Kinesiology 2 Units
Trends and current issues surrounding the development of the sub-disciplines within physical education, athletic training and other emerging professions.
Prerequisites: KIN 730 ;
May not be audited
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KIN 740 - Advanced Methods of Teaching Physical Education 3 Units
Advanced study of K-12, college and university physical education teaching methods.
May not be audited
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KIN 745 - Assessment in Physical Education 3 Units
Advanced study of local, state and national standards-based assessment theories and practices. Reviews methods of collecting, analyzing and interpreting data. Develops an understanding of measurement and evaluation as it relates to physical education.
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KIN 771 - Research Methods in Kinesiology 3 Units
A study of the nature of systematic inquiry, a survey of methods employed in research and an explanation of evaluation methodology, as well as the use of research and evaluation methods in physical education, athletic training, sport administration and other discipline settings.
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KIN 777A - Issues in Kinesiology 3 Units
Trends and current issues surrounding kinesiology disciplines of physical education, athletic training, sport administration and other professions are discussed.
Graduate Kinesiology students only; May not be audited
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KIN 777B - Field-Based Research 3 Units
This course brings the master of arts in kinesiology experience to a conclusion. Building on previous coursework, students will be expected to conduct a short research study at their work site or in their community. The student's work will include designing the study, collecting and analyzing data and writing up the results.
Graduate Kinesiology students only; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC; Students may take up to 2 semesters to complete the course
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KIN 779 - Values in Kinesiology and Sport 3 Units
This course is a study of physical education, athletic training, sport administration, sport and other kinesiology disciplines' philosophical definitions, values clarification, moral reasoning and moral actions that relate to physical education teachers, coaches, athletic trainers, sport administrators and spectators. The university's philosophy and values as expressed in the Fresno Pacific Idea and their implications for physical education, athletic training, sport administration and sport provides one perspective for such analysis.
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KIN 792A - Practicum in Physical Education I 3 Units
The student assembles a portfolio to demonstrate competency in Standards 1-3 for the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards for K-12 Physical Education, Domains 1-4 for the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) Standards for Athletic Coaches, or Standards 1-4 for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards and Guidelines.
Graduate Kinesiology students only; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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KIN 792B - Practicum in Physical Education II 3 Units
The student assembles a portfolio to demonstrate competency in Standards 4-5 for the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards for K-12 Physical Education, Domains 5-8 for the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) Standards for Athletic Coaches, or Standards 5-8 for the National Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards and Guidelines.
Graduate Kinesiology students only; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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KIN 796 - Comprehensive Examination 0 Units
This course brings the master of arts in kinesiology experience to a conclusion. Building on previous coursework, a comprehensive examination is administered to students to test their knowledge, comprehension, application and synthesis of the concepts and theories taught. This Comprehensive Examination may only be retaken one time.
Graduate Kinesiology students only; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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KIN 797 - Continuous Registration 0 Units
Students who do not complete the project or thesis within the semesters they have registered are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for 797 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
Repeatable for Credit; May not be audited
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KIN 798 - Project/Thesis Proposal 1 unit
Involves completion of a proposal for the project/thesis. Instruction is tutorial and reviews procedures, along with development of a conceptual overview of the process of formulating and completing a project/thesis.
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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KIN 799 - Project/Thesis-Physical Education 3 Units
Supervised project or thesis work in the field of physical education. Instruction is tutorial and will result in a completed project or thesis.
Prerequisites: KIN 798 ;
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC; Students may take up to 2 semesters to complete the course.
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Language Studies |
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LANG 770 - English for Graduate Academic Purposes 1 unit
Recommendation: Take with another graduate or seminary course. At an advanced level, develops the process of graduate-level writing, revising and editing compositions, including logical development and organization of ideas; develops analytical and critical thinking skills by reading and responding to student's own writing; reinforces grammar skills through self-editing instruction in complex linguistic structures.
Repeatable for Credit; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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Leadership Studies |
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LEAD 705 - Introduction to Leadership Studies 3 Units
The course serves as the cornerstone of the leadership studies program. Explores interdisciplinary approaches and historical foundations of leadership theories. Includes both theoretical perspectives and personal introspection and provides for self-discovery of personal leadership strengths and areas of growth.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 707 - Organizational Behavior and Group Dynamics 3 Units
Examines the various theories and perspectives as associated with leading individual followers and groups. Uses various methodologies and diagnostic tools to measure and understand the complexities of individual and group dynamics and their impacts on organizations.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 711 - Introduction to Leadership Studies 6 Units
Explores interdisciplinary approaches and historical foundations of leadership theory. Study of the individual includes both theoretical perspectives and personal introspection into strengths and areas of growth. Study of organizations focuses on the need to develop learning institutions. Study of community examines stewardship of both human and natural environments. This course serves as the cornerstone of the leadership studies program.
Graduate LEAD students only; Signature required; May not be audited
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LEAD 712 - Organizational Leadership and Innovation 3 Units
Examines organizations and the need to develop learning institutions. Explores leadership approaches to creating organizational cultures that encourage innovation in meeting its internal service to the organization and external services to the community. Introduces the various diagnostic instruments, strategic planning and creative problem solving approaches leaders must take to fulfill the organization's mission, vision and values priorities.
Graduate LEAD students only; Signature required; May not be audited
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LEAD 720 - Communications and Marketing 3 Units
Examines the various communication approaches from a strategic leadership and marketing perspective. Also explores internal services to the organization, as well as the external services to the community and its stakeholders. Introduces the various levels (economic, managerial, operations and marketing) of strategic action an organization must take to fulfill its mission, vision and values.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 721 - Conflict, Collaboration and Negotiation 3 Units
An introduction to conflict, collaboration and negotiation. Includes basic theory and methods, as well as the opportunity to develop skills in such areas as listening, negotiating and mediating, through role playing.Prepares leaders to collaborate and manage conflict.
May not be audited
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LEAD 722 - Human Resource Management 3 Units
Explores leadership and human resources. Topics include: 1) current trends in human resources management and the legal environment; 2) talent management, workforce planning and staffing, recruitment and selection, outsourcing, virtual teams, and role identification; 3) employee motivation and performance management; 4) organizational/employee development strategies and succession planning; and 5)development and leadership of a learning culture that respects and values ethics, conflict, diversity and change.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 723 - Ethics and Sustainable Leadership Strategies 3 Units
Ethical perspectives, legal environment and organizational goals associated with sustainable principles are examined from a leadership and organizational perspective. Also examines the concept of stewardship of both human and natural environments.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 730 - Financial Decision Making 3 Units
Investigates the qualitative leadership dimensions for strategic planning and action an organization must pursue, emphasizing the effective management of risk that appropriate quantitative analysis can provide and the qualitative implications of quantitative decisions.
Graduate LEAD students only
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LEAD 732 - Change and Transformation Strategies 3 Units
Presents approaches for leaders to facilitate change and transformation in organizations and communities with a focus on learning dialogue, appreciative inquiry and participatory action research. New avenues for strategic planning are examined.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 733 - Research Methods 3 Units
Bridging the gap between theoretical and practical understandings, this course brings research methods into dialogue. Students will understand various components of research, leadership research, formulation and clarification of a research topic, review of the literature, selection of a research approach and research strategy, negotiation access and ethics, selection of participants, data-collection analysis and presentation of final results.
Signature required; May not be audited
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LEAD 734 - Integral Inquiry 3 Units
Recommended prerequisites: satisfactory completion of prior courses. Bridging the gap between theoretical and practical understandings, this course brings research methods into dialogue. Students develop an understanding of various components of research. Students identify and develop an organizational research proposal.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 741 - Globalization and Culture 3 Units
Investigates the importance of building organizational and community-based cultures that honor and foster diversity and are capable of serving worldwide communities. Multicultural and multilingual attitudes and skills are emphasized as the keys to organizational and community-based success.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 751 - Master's Research Thesis 4 Units
To complete the graduation requirements for master of arts in leadership studies, students must complete and defend a substantial research thesis that applies academic and professional experiences. Development of the thesis is done with the supervision of a LEAD faculty advisor and committee members in a class setting with students as co-learners. The thesis consists of an approved proposal and introduction, literature review, research methods, results and discussion, and conclusions and recommendations. A final defense is made as a presentation to a faculty committee.
Signature required; May not be audited; Students may take up to 2 semesters to complete the course.
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LEAD 752 - Developing Proposals for Change 3 Units
Recommended prerequisites: satisfactory completion of prior courses. Presents models, ideas, theories and practice that are integral for successful systems change and transformation. Strategic planning and approaches by which leaders are able to facilitate change and transformation in organizations and communities are explored. Students focus on action research to develop a proposal for systems improvement.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 762 - Leadership in Different Contexts 3 Units
Recommended prerequisites: satisfactory completion of prior courses. Investigates the importance of building organizational cultures that honor and foster diversity. Explores the newest dimensions and challenges of leadership that strengthen and extend leadership skills in rapidly changing and complex, diverse, multi-generational, multicultural and multi-dimensional systems. Examines leadership approaches and how strategic approaches must be modified to be effective in different organizational environments.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited
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LEAD 766 - Leadership Capstone Project 3 Units
Recommended prerequisites: satisfactory completion of prior courses. To complete graduation requirements for Master of Arts in Leadership Studies, students must complete the requirements for this culminating experience of the program that applies academic and professional experiences. The development of a captstone project is done with the supervision of faculty and in collaboration with other students as co-learners.
Graduate LEAD students only; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LEAD 797 - Continuous Registration 0 Units
Students who do not complete the project or thesis within the semesters they have registered are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for 797 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
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School Library Media |
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LIB 705 - Information Technologies 4 Units
This course enables candidates to become successful online learners and technologically-competent teacher librarians. An orientation to the online learning environment, program policies and procedures, adult learning theory, and graduate-level writing opens the course. Throughout the course candidates will learn how to evaluate and effectively use a variety of information technology resources that are essential to the school library program.
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LIB 710 - Instructional Partnerships 3 Units
This course provides an overview of the mission of the school library media program and the instructional partner and teacher roles of the teacher librarian. Candidates will investigate and use a variety of instructional strategies and assessment tools in collaboration with classroom teachers and educational partners to plan a unit based upon school library standards, academic content standards, and learners' interests and diverse needs.
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LIB 715 - Administration of the School Media Center 3 Units
This course prepares candidates to fulfill the program administrator and leadership roles of the teacher librarian. Candidates will develop and implement policies, procedures, and services to successfully manage the school media center and its personnel. A variety of professional resources and research are introduced to enable candidates to advocate for effective school library programs.
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LIB 720 - Selection and Organization of Learning Resources 3 Units
This course prepares candidates to evaluate, select, and organize physical, digital, and virtual learning resources. Candidates will gain skills to develop, manage, and provide equitable access to a collection of resources designed to meet the diverse needs of the school community.
Prerequisites: LIB 715
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LIB 725 - Information Services 3 Units
This course prepares candidates to provide information services within the school library program. Information services include the selection and use of reference materials in seeking answers to questions, facilitation of students' independent access and evaluation of sources of information, and the modeling and communication of the ethical and legal use of information.
Prerequisites: LIB 720
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LIB 732 - Evaluation and Promotion of Children's Literature 3 Units
This course focuses upon the reading and evaluation of a variety of genres and formats of children's literature for use within the school library program. Candidates will evaluate, design, and engage in a variety of activities to promote the reading of children's literature and collaborate with educational partners to reinforce literacy instruction in addressing the diverse needs and interest of all learners.
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LIB 736 - Evaluation and Promotion of Young Adult Literature 3 Units
This course focuses upon the reading and evaluation of a variety of genres and formats of young adult literature for use within the school library program. Candidates will evaluate, design, and engage in a variety of activities to promote the reading of young adult literature and collaborate with educational partners to reinforce literacy instruction in addressing the diverse needs and interests of all learners.
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LIB 740 - Digital Literacy Technologies 3 Units
This course focuses upon the use of digital technologies to design, implement and evaluate standards-based learning experiences for diverse student populations. Special emphasis is placed upon the modeling and communication of the ethical, legal, and safe use of information and technology, including digital citizenship, to all educational stakeholders.
Prerequisites: LIB 710 , LIB 720 , LIB 725
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LIB 745 - Organization of Learning Resources 3 Units
This course prepares candidates to manage and provide equitable access to the library collection by organizing physical, digital, and virtual resources according to standard library cataloguing and classification principles. Candidates will design materials to instruct students and staff in the effective use of a variety of resources that support the needs of a diverse educational community.
Prerequisites: LIB 715 , LIB 720
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LIB 751 - Twenty-First Century School Librarianship 3 Units
This course provides candidates with the requisite skills and knowledge to meet the special class authorization regulations for teacher librarians. Candidates understand, communicate and model information theory and digital literacy. Candidates have opportunities to design and implement curriculua, using both traditional and digital strategies to address needs of students in multiple learning environments. Candidates assess and develop individual interventions to optimize student learning.
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LIB 792 - Field Studies in School Librarianship I 2 Units
Under the direction of the program director, each candidate will develop, engage in, and reflect upon 90 hours of school library field experience activities that address a diverse population of students. The field experience may be completed in the candidate's school library. Candidates will focus upon implementing activities that were introduced or designed in previous courses.
Prerequisites: LIB 740 ;
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LIB 793 - Field Studies in School Librarianship II 2 Units
This course serves as the capstone experience for the teacher librarian program. Candidates will reflect upon and demonstrate their professional learning throughout the program and create a plan for self-evaluation and continuing education. Candidates will expand their knowledge of school librarianship by engaging in 75 hours of field experience with professional librarians in school, public, or academic libraries outside of the candidates' school/library of employment and through participation in school and district committees, district level activities, leadership teams, professional associations, and professional learning.
Prerequisites: LIB 740 ;
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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Language, Literature and Culture |
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LLC 700 - Reading Process and Practice 3 Units
This course is designed to help elementary and secondary teachers better understand the reading process. Topics include contrasting models of reading, acquisition of literacy, how to help struggling readers and current trends regarding reading in California.
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LLC 705 - Language Acquisition and Cross-Cultural Communication 3 Units
This course examines the development of oracy and literacy of first and second language learners, as well as the effects of social and cultural influences on language acquisition.
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LLC 708 - Issues in Literacy: Multilingual Learners 3 Units
Consideration of factors such as culture and language acquisition that affect the literacy development of English language learners.
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LLC 710 - Current Theories, Methods and Materials for Teaching a Second Language 3 Units
This course examines current theories of teaching English language learners in ELD and SDAIE classes. Traditional methods for teaching second and foreign languages will also be reviewed.
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LLC 715 - Writing Process and Practice 3 Units
Exploration between reading and writing in primary, intermediate and secondary classrooms. Writing as a process is a major focus of the course. Teaching techniques that support early literacy development are discussed, as are practical strategies for developing a viable K-12 writing program.
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LLC 720 - Language Assessment and Evaluation 3 Units
This course is designed to help teachers develop skills in assessment of reading and make instructional decisions based on such assessment.
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LLC 726 - Practicum in TESOL 3 Units
Students observe and assist in adult ESL classes or other settings. Students also conduct case studies of adult second-language learners.
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LLC 726A - Practicum in TESOL 1 unit
Students observe in adult ESL classes and conduct case studies of adult second-language learners.
Prerequisites: LLC 705 ;
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LLC 726B - Advanced Practicum in TESOL 2 Units
Students observe, plan lessons and partcipate in instruction in an adult ESL setting.
Prerequisites: LLC 726A ;
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LLC 728 - Literacy Practicum I: Assisting Struggling Readers 1-3 Units
Instruction of an individual or small group, either in the Fresno Pacific University reading/writing/language practicum or in an FPU supervising teacher's classroom.
Prerequisites: LLC 700 , LLC 720 ;
May not be audited; Students may take up to 2 semesters to complete the course.
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LLC 731 - Literature Study in Classroom 3 Units
Designed for the teacher who is familiar with literature for children and young adults, this course provides students the opportunity to explore the theory and practice of incorporating literature study in the classroom.
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LLC 732 - Adolescent Literature 3 Units
Familiarizes students with literature written for adolescents and young adults. Students explore a variety of ways to promote reading in the secondary classroom.
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LLC 735 - Transition in Bilingual Education 3 Units
This course examines current theories of bilingualism, various bilingual curriculum models and methods and materials used to teach in bilingual classrooms. Students read about and experience effective approaches for bilingual students, including ELD and SDAIE.
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LLC 742 - Issues in Literacy: Reading, Writing with Adolescents 2 Units
Exploration of teaching techniques that help older students become strategic readers and writers in content areas, including anallysis of text structure.
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LLC 745 - Cultural Diversity and Education 3 Units
An examination of the folklore and culture of California's diverse peoples. From this base, current social and cultural issues are presented, leading to an understanding of the diversity of our schools and society.
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LLC 747 - Current Trends and Issues in Bilingual Education 3 Units
This course is designed to examine the rationale for bilingual education based on a historical framework. The course will consider socioeconomic and political issues that affect the education of language-minority students.
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LLC 750 - Introduction to Linguistics 3 Units
This course involves students in the study of grammatical competence in the areas of morphology, phonology and syntax. Students also apply knowledge of linguistics to teaching reading, spelling development, vocabulary and writing.
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LLC 752 - Linguistics for Teachers 2 Units
Exploration of insights from phonology and morphology that pertain to reading, spelling and vocabulary development. Designed for secondary teachers.
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LLC 755 - Sociolinguistics 3 Units
This course examines discourse analysis and considers how cross-cultural factors influence communication. Students examine both differences between ways men and women use language and differences in classroom discourse between teachers and second-language students.
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LLC 760 - Supervision in Language and Literacy 3 Units
Instructional leaders support and supervise classroom teachers in a Fresno Pacific University reading/writing/language practicum.
Prerequisites: LLC 700 , LLC 720 , LLC 728 ;
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LLC 761 - Seminar in Literacy Leadership 3 Units
Candidates examine current research and theoretical research, evaluate reading and language arts programs and prepare presentations.
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LLC 762 - Literacy Development for Adult English Learners 3 Units
This course explores methodology designed to help adult English learners develop literacy. Course topics include the use of effective reading strategies and materials, a process approach to writing and appropriate grammar mini-lessons.
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LLC 765 - Research in Language, Literacy and Culture 3 Units
In a seminar setting, students read extensively to synthesize current theories in language, literacy and culture in order to further clarify their own theory of learning. Required coursework leads students to their own research and supports the writing of the thesis or research reports using an inquiry approach.
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LLC 767 - Current Trends in Language and Literacy 3 Units
This course is designed to bridge theory and practice. It consists of individual study carried out under the guidance of a faculty member. The participant selects a current trend or problem in reading/writing/language, explores recent literature in the topic and considers instructional implications of the findings.
Repeatable for Credit; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LLC 769 - Seminar in Language and Literacy 1 unit
A visiting scholar leads students in the examination of critical issues in reading, writing, language theory and practice.
Repeatable for Credit; Graded CR/NC
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LLC 797 - Continuous Registration 0 Units
Students who do not complete the project or thesis within the semesters they have registered are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for 797 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
May not be audited
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LLC 798 - Project/Thesis Proposal 1 unit
Involves completion of a proposal for the project or thesis. Instruction is tutorial and reviews procedures, along with development of a conceptual overview of the process of formulating and completing a thesis or project.
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC
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LLC 799 - Project/Thesis-Language, Literacy and Culture 3 Units
Supervised project or thesis in the field of language, literacy and culture. Instruction is tutorial and will result in a completed project or thesis.
Prerequisites: LLC 798 ;
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC; Students may take up to 2 semesters to complete the course.
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MBA |
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MBA 700 - Global Economics 3 Units
Students read articles on international economics by leading economists, drawn from various scholarly sources (e.g. Foreign Affairs, Current Issues in Economics and Finance, Finance and Development, Federal Reserve Publications, Journal of Economic Perspectives.) The course focuses on real debates within the discipline of economics and political economy, not on "pro-con" debates, which often obscure the real issues.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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MBA 705 - Global Managerial Accounting 3 Units
Emphasis on the planning, coordination and control of complex global organizations. Explores key management accounting concepts, tools and systems, involving cost allocation and strategic decision making. Includes an introduction to activity-based management and traditional performance evaluation techniques. Case studies are used to augment application of the material.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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MBA 710 - Marketing in a Global Economy 3 Units
Provides an international marketing orientation to marketing strategies and marketing analysis tools. Interpretation and implementation of strategic issues related to segmentation, targeting and positioning are discussed. Tools and methodology used for facilitating international marketing plans are examined, and the management of product development, pricing, promotion, distribution strategies and channel structuring are emphasized. Interactive activities through case studies are an integrated component of this course, developing skills to create, develop and sustain marketing.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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MBA 714 - Entreprenuerial Immersion 3 Units
An intensive course designed to immerse MBA students into the entrepreneurial process. Student teams engage in a workshop-like environment, challenged to create a viable social enterprise over the eight-week program. Culminates in a business pitch presentation to a community panel. Major phases of the start-up process are covered, including business plan development, design-based innovation, legal formation consideration, potential management structures, human resource considerations, startup financing, culture building and social media marketing.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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MBA 720 - Management in Global Business 3 Units
Focus of this course is on theories of management, including the functions of staffing, organizing, motivating and development of the enterprise and the employees.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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MBA 725 - Strategic Financial Management 3 Units
Study of global financial markets, exchange rates and derivatives. Includes government influence and risk analysis, along with finance of international trade.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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MBA 730 - Research Methods 3 Units
Investigates the techniques of the research process as applied to business and economics. Experience is gained in defining research problems and in collecting, analyzing, recording and interpreting data. Also, an analysis of pertinent research literature in business and economics is accomplished. Formulation of thesis or project occurs in this course.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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MBA 735 - Regional Business Field Experience: National Travel 1 unit
Short term travel to a regional destination to gain understanding of some aspect of the global economy and its effects on the Central Valley of California.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC; Students may take up to 2 semesters to complete the course.
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MBA 740 - Communication and Intercultural Competence 3 Units
Study of the process of intercultural communication and management, and how cultural, social, psychological and environmental factors affect communication outcomes. Analysis of successful adaptation of organizations to new cultures. Topics coordinated with international travel destinations included in program.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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MBA 745 - Operations Management in Global Business 3 Units
Provides strategic methods of designing, monitoring, sustaining and improving the production mechanisms of manufacturing and service systems. Global supply-chain management techniques of operation structures, such as process flow, quality processes, constraints, statistical production tools, materials requirements planning, quality management instruments and integrated quality systems will be interpreted and applied through case studies and interactive activities.
Global MBA students only; May not be audited
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