Course Catalogs

Bachelor of Prof. Studies (BPS)

BPS 100  Selected Topics  (1-6 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable  
BPS 144  Orange Immersion  (2 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
This course is designed to assist first year and transfer students in developing tools and strategies, gaining insights, and accessing campus resources to ensure success in their degree programs.
BPS 200  Selected Topics  (1-6 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable  
BPS 211  Introduction to Professional Studies  (3 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Career and academic program planning. Survey of professional skills including meeting facilitation, project budgeting, public speaking, writing, and research skills. Introduces such professional competencies as ethics, diversity, teamwork, negotiation, and decision-making skills. Focus on goals and careers. Sophomore standing.
Shared Competencies: Critical and Creative Thinking  
BPS 270  Experience Credit  (1-6 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable  
BPS 290  Independent Study  (1-6 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems.  Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable  
BPS 300  Selected Topics  (1-6 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable  
BPS 315  Practical Financial Management for the Working Professional  (3 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Introduction to personal financial management. Emphasis on personal financial decision making, interpreting financial data, budget planning, risk management, retirement and estate planning. Basic financial concepts of time value of money, asset valuation and risk and return. Introduction to the fundamental concepts, techniques and theories for making effective financial decisions. Students may not receive credit for FIN 378 if they receive credit for BPS 315.
BPS 317  Assertiveness in the Workplace for Professional Studies  (3 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Trace the origins of assertiveness theory emanating from psychology, how it evolved, is part of business practice, and relates to managing people in the workforce. A foundation of knowledge and skills to be effective leaders.
Shared Competencies: Communication Skills  
BPS 321  Rhetorical Awareness and the Diverse Workplace  (3 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Explore relationships between workplace communication, diversity, and history. Study challenges in verbal, written, and digital communications within diverse work environments, and learn how to develop positive, team-oriented communication practices.
Shared Competencies: Ethics and Integrity  
BPS 379  Prior Learning Assessment  (3 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
This course is designed to assist students in identifying areas of learning that may be evaluated for college-level equivalency. The course guides students through the preparation and compilation of all components required for the evaluation of a prior learning assessment portfolio. Students use critical reflection skills to conceptualize the value of prior learning and its implications for future learning.
Prereq: BPS 211  
Shared Competencies: Critical and Creative Thinking  
BPS 382  Leading Cooperative Negotiations  (3 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Formulate and implement negotiation strategies with reference to fundamental concepts, current research, principles, and business application. Examine case studies and assess strategies in various diverse contexts. Lead and create a personalized negotiation framework.
BPS 400  Selected Topics  (1-6 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable  
BPS 411  Senior Seminar  (3 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Bachelor of professional studies (B.P.S.) curriculum summary and strategic future decision-making. Objectives: 1) adaptation in a dynamic environment, 2) acquire tools for decision-making, 3) build professional skills for transition to future conditions. Focus on integration of B.P.S. professions.
Shared Competencies: Communication Skills  
BPS 415  Digital and Business Communications for Professional Studies  (3 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Practical skills for creating effective business communications, including memos, letters, reports, e-mails and technical documents. Examines format, style, genre and communicating with precision. Includes digital context for web/social media, as well as concisely conveying data for a variety of audiences, including accessibility issues.
Prereq: WRT 205  
Shared Competencies: Communication Skills  
BPS 470  Experience Credit  (1-6 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable  
BPS 490  Independent Study  (1-6 Credits)  
Professional Studies  
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems.  Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable