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Programs

Undergraduate Programs

Program	Months*	Credits
Bachelor of Science in Business Management	36	120

*Average number of months for students to complete program

Program availability varies by location.

Required Courses in Business

All courses, 36.00 semester credit hours, are required.

AC 107 - Accounting I 3.00

This introductory course in accounting provides the practical application of the principles of financial accounting for service and merchandising businesses. Topics include an introduction to the conceptual framework of accounting using GAAP rules established by FASB, analysis and recording of transactions in the general journal and posting to the general ledger, completion of the accounting cycle by preparing end-of-period adjusting and closing journal entries, financial statements and the post-closing trial balance, an introduction to internal controls, and the calculation of inventory and cost of goods sold using the FIFO, LIFO, and weighted average methods.

AC 220 - Finance 3.00

This course introduces corporate financial management and analysis. Topics include evaluating financial performance, measuring cash flow, capital budgeting, and the cost of capital.

BU 106 - Introduction to Business 3.00

This course is designed for students aiming to ascend to new heights in their careers and master the art of business leadership. This course offers a blend of personal growth strategies and business acumen, tailored to equip students with the insights, skills, and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of the modern business world.

BU 204 - The Digital Firm and Business Communications 3.00

This course presents an overview of technology-based issues within a business environment. Topics include the concept of digital firms and ERP systems in the areas of marketing, operations, human resources, manufacturing, finance, social networking, and supply-chain management. Additional areas to be discussed are privacy issues, government regulations, and technology on a global scale.

BU 206 - Business Law I 3.00

This course provides a study of the American legal system and its effect on business and business organizations. Topics include an overview of the ethical issues that businesses encounter, the foundation of the American legal system, business ethics, torts, intellectual property, criminal law, cyber crimes, contracts, and sales and leases.

BU 220 - Principles of Marketing 3.00

This course provides an overview of the principles and applications of marketing in organizations. Topics include the marketing process and strategic planning, the global marketing environment, developing marketing opportunities and strategies, developing the marketing mix through product development, pricing strategies, distribution channels, promotion techniques, managing marketing through customer relationships, social responsibility, and marketing ethics.

BU 302 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior 3.00

The focus of this course is to introduce students to the basic principles of human behavior that effective managers use when managing individuals and groups in organizations. The overall goal of this course is to develop an understanding of the key issues managers need to master in order to manage the interface between people and organizations. Topics include theories relating to individual differences in abilities and attitudes, attribution, motivation, group dynamics, power and politics, leadership, conflict resolution, organizational culture, and organizational structure and design.

or BU 600 Leadership and Organizational Behavior 3.00 semester credit hours

BU 327 - Business Ethics 3.00

The focus of this course is to explore the role and importance of business ethics in the workplace. The student will develop an understanding of the concepts and principles of business ethics as they relate to employees and employers, business to business, and on a corporate level. Students will examine business ethics, employee relations, and managerial decision-making processes through discussion and analysis of cases involving ethical issues. Topics will include ethical and moral issues in the workplace, distinguishing between the law, morals, and ethics, the relationship between ethics and social responsibility, and consequences of unethical/ethical decisions.

BU 345 - Project Management 3.00

The course is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and essential skills required for the successful initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of projects. It offers a comprehensive overview of project management principles and practices, emphasizing the critical role of effective project management in achieving project objectives within constraints such as time, quality, and budget.

or BU 630 Project and Operations Management 3.00 semester credit hours

BU 407 - Quantitative Decision-Making 3.00

This course presents an overview of problem modeling and decision making. The class will introduce students to several quantitative models applicable to problems in a variety of functional areas of business. Students will be able to apply quantitative analysis to real-world management problems.

or BU 421 Operations Management 3.00 semester credit hours or BU 550 Research Methods and Decision Making 3.00 semester credit hours

EC 111 - Principles of Microeconomics 3.00

This course provides an overview of economics and the economy from a microeconomics perspective. Topics include economic analysis, factors in the market system, market structure and pricing strategies, the availability of resource markets, supply and demand, and the impact of public policy on markets.

EC 121 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3.00

This course provides an overview of economics and the economy from a macroeconomics perspective. Topics include an introduction to economic concepts, the fundamentals of macroeconomics, macroeconomic theory and policy, the role of money, banking, and monetary policy, and the relationship of macroeconomics to the global economy.

Required Courses in Business Management

All courses, 9.00 semester credit hours, are required.

AC 216 - Accounting II 3.00

This course in financial accounting provides the practical application of the principles of financial accounting for service and merchandising businesses with an emphasis on partnerships and corporations. Topics include accounting for corporate equity structure, partnership creation, dissolution and compensation, accounting for notes payable and receivable, accounting for uncollectible accounts receivable, accounting for investments in long-term assets, preparation and analysis of the statement of cash flows, and analysis and interpretation of financial statements.

BU 406 - International Business 3.00

This course offers a comparative analysis of business practices in the global economy with emphasis on international economic factors and institutions. Topics include the national environments of international business, the role of culture, trade and exchange rates, financial issues, marketing strategies and business development, international management, and the impact of government policies.

or BU 421 Operations Management Semester Credit Hours: 3.00 or HR 100 Introduction to Human Resource Management Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

BU 482 - Strategic Management 3.00

This course provides an opportunity to develop strategic management knowledge and skills used in a business environment. Topics include strategic management principles, assessing the external and internal environments of businesses, and developing and implementing strategies. Students will discuss how to adapt to changing environments using the principles of strategy, execution, and evaluation.

Business Elective Courses *

A minimum of 9.00 semester credit hours is required. Students may take any business, accounting, human resources, or economics course. Students who are qualified to take dual-credit courses may also take approved graduate courses.

Open Elective Courses *

A minimum of 27.00 semester credit hours of open electives is required. * A minimum of 9.00 semester credit hours between these two open elective categories must be at the 300- to 400-level.

Required Capstone or Internship

3.00 semester credit hours are required.

BU 491 - Capstone Project 3.00

This is an integrative course that allows students to identify a real-world problem and provide a recommended solution. Each student selects a topic or project with instructor approval and completes a paper which documents the process including the use of industry standard research methods. Students are required to make a professional oral presentation of their project analysis and recommendations.

BU 495 - Internship 3.00

The course is the final class in the undergraduate experience. The students will participate in an eight-week "on-the-job" experience, where they will participate as a full-time employee within an organization. Classroom topics will cover communication within the organization, organizational missions and cultures, employee etiquette, and current issues that occur in the workplace. The students will be evaluated by both faculty and the supervisor from the sponsor organization.

Required Courses in General Education

Students enrolled in this bachelor's degree must complete a minimum of 36.00 semester credit hours in general education distributed among the following disciplines. Refer to the General Education section of the catalog for specific information about courses within each discipline. 12.00 Semester Credit Hours in Communications 9.00 Semester Credit Hours in Humanities (must include 3 semester credit hours of cultural diversity) 6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Mathematics 3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Science 6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Social and Behavioral Sciences

Personal and Professional Development Courses

2.00 semester credit hours are required.

PD 121 - Professional Development I 1.00

This course is designed to introduce students to methodologies that will prepare them for academic and professional success. Topics include but are not limited to Canvas support, student support services, e-books, university policies, resumes, self-reflection, time management, goal setting, and strategies for anxiety reduction.

PD 202 - Professional Development II 1.00

This course provides an opportunity for students to critically examine their skills and develop a plan to further their career and own financial literacy. Topics include research, job searching, developing career documents, refining interview and communication skills, and creating a personal budget.

Program	Credits	Months*
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology	120	32

In addition to a solid computer science curriculum, Herzing’s bachelor’s degree program includes a strong focus on infrastructure. Students take in-depth courses in the various aspects of client/server operating systems, network infrastructure administration, security and scripting as well as database design, cloud computing, virtualization and business systems analysis. Graduates are prepared for a broad range of careers in virtually any public service, private industry or government organization.

Required Core Courses in Information Technology

All courses, 49.00 semester credit hours, are required.

IS 122 - Programming Logic 3.00

This course provides instruction in fundamental object-oriented programming concepts. Topics include problem solving and algorithm development, programming standards, variables, data types, operators, decisions, repetitive statements, modularity, methods, attributes, objects, classes, arrays, file I/O, and software testing and debugging, all within an object-oriented programming framework. Concepts may be introduced with a visual tool. Topics are demonstrated and implemented in a higher-level contemporary language such as Java or C#.

IS 123 - Computer Networks 3.00

This course provides instruction in network design and technologies using the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model. Topics include network fundamentals, the OSI model, network operating systems, TCP/IP fundamentals and utilities, network installation and upgrades, network remote access configuration and protocols, network administration and security, fault tolerance and disaster recovery considerations and procedures, and network troubleshooting procedures.

or IS 195 Transition to Technology Concepts Semester Credit Hours: 3.00*
* IS 195 is required of advanced standing students only.

IS 183 - Database Concepts and Applications I 3.00

This course provides an introduction to fundamental principles and guidelines for designing, developing, and implementing secure relational databases. Topics include: Database as a Service (DBaaS); entity relationships as foundations of relational database design; ensuring data integrity; the use of standard SQL as a means of developing complex queries; and the use of comparison operators to customize data presentation for reporting.

IS 187 - Computer Architecture and Troubleshooting I 3.00

This course provides instruction in microcomputer software and hardware concepts using the latest technology and troubleshooting techniques. Topics include the function and purpose of hardware and software, system board components and memory management, working with floppy and hard drives, supporting input and output devices, multimedia technology, supporting operating systems, printers, and notebook computers, troubleshooting fundamentals, applying disaster-recovery techniques and developing maintenance plans, and working with networks and the Internet.

IS 192 - Linux Administration 3.00

This course introduces the capabilities and features of Linux as a multi-user operating system. Topics include planning and installing a Linux system, using and managing desktop interfaces, working with Linux shells and text files, performing system administration and management tasks such as file system management, application, process, and module management, network services installation and configuration, system security evaluation and enhancement, performance tuning, and troubleshooting techniques.

IS 283 - Network Security 3.00

This course introduces basic security principles, such as establishing an effective security policy, and the different types of hacker activities that are most likely to be encountered. It will instruct the student in the latest security industry recommendations and how to properly protect leading OS servers in a variety of settings as well as how to conduct security audits.

IS 285 - Routers and Switches I 3.00

This course introduces part one of concepts and procedures required to utilize industry standard switches and routers in multi-protocol internetworks. Topics include exploring router components and their function, configuring routers according to the industry standard operating system (OS), routing fundamentals in a subnetted network infrastructure, and LAN design technologies. The class focuses on the TCP/IP protocol suite and IP addressing in regards to function and importance in a routed environment. Routing protocol basics, such as static and dynamic routing techniques, are covered, with extensive labs and hands-on exercises.

IS 287 - Routers and Switches II 3.00

This course is a continuation of the Routers and Switches I course and is based on current industry standards. The focus of the course will cover topics such as switching basics, intermediate routing, introduction to VLSM (variable length subnet masking), scaling IP addresses, route flapping, RIP version 2, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol implementation, switching concepts in regards to LAN design, VLAN configuration, and VLAN trunking techniques. The class also explores the leading industry standards associated with WAN communication technologies and design such as ISDN, PPP, and Frame Relay operations.

IS 293 - Linux Application Server 3.00

This course is a study of intermediate to advanced topics regarding Linux server-based applications. Topics include advanced Linux system administration, using Linux as an e-mail server, FTP server, database server, web server, and news server. Topics will also discuss implementing Linux services including DHCP, DNS, NIS, firewall, and network security.

IS 296 - Python Programming 3.00

This course covers the Python programming language. Topics include the basic elements of programming, variables, assignment statements, built-in data types, conditions, loops, arrays, and I/O. This class covers programming skills such as algorithm development, and program design with functions. It also includes an introduction to object-oriented programming and GUI programming concepts and topics.

IT 120 - Technical Writing 1.00

This course is designed to help students develop skills that will enable them to produce clear and effective scientific and technical documents. Focus will be on basic principles of good writing-which scientific and technical writing shares with other forms of writing-and on types of documents common in scientific and technical fields and organizations. While the emphasis will be on writing, oral communication of scientific and technical information will form an important component of the course, as well. The processes and techniques used to produce manuals and other supporting documents to communicate complex and technical information more easily will be explored.

IT 346 - Information Technology Project Management 3.00

This course covers techniques and managerial concepts of information technology project management. It prepares students to manage complex information technology projects. Students are introduced to all five major process groups in project management, namely initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing. Topics include project life cycles, cost benefit analysis, work breakdown structure, staffing, roles, responsibilities, accountability, finance, estimation, budgeting, planning, risk management, scheduling, and tracking. The course also introduces students to computer software for project management. Students will work in teams to design a project plan for a real-world IT project that demonstrates an ability to follow standard project management methodology.

** Completion of IT 346 Information Technology Project Management may be waived with the permission of the Director of Campus Operations/Academic Dean for Online Learning if the student has already completed BU 345 Project Management.

IT 368 - Cloud Computing 3.00

This course develops knowledge and skills in cloud computing. Students will learn cloud computing principles, architectures, and implementations. Topics include cloud computing history, principles, architectures, and implementations, cloud services and solutions, virtualization, network infrastructure and access, data storage, security, end-user access, and standards and compliance.

NT 181 - Network and Server Operating Systems 3.00

This course develops knowledge and skills in Microsoft Windows client and server operating systems. Topics include installing the client and server operating systems, planning, installing, managing, and troubleshooting server roles, features, and network services, implementing and conducting administration of resources, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers, monitoring and optimizing performance, reliability and availability, managing, configuring, and troubleshooting storage use, configuring and troubleshooting the desktop environment and network connections, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting network protocols, and implementing, monitoring, and troubleshooting security.

NT 201 - Network Infrastructure Administration 3.00

This course is designed to provide instruction in implementing and administering a modern network infrastructure. Topics include installing, configuring, managing, monitoring, and troubleshooting domain name services, network protocols, Windows Internet Name Services (WINS), Internet Protocol Routing, network address translation (NAT), and Certificate Services.

NT 306 - Virtualization 3.00

This course provides instruction in computer operating system virtualization concepts and practices. Topics include business and performance benefits of virtualization, local and network storage management, creating and managing stand-alone virtual machines, cloning virtual machines, virtualization in the network operations center, software and network testing using virtualization, virtualization as a disaster recovery tool, and managing and tuning virtual machine and virtual infrastructure performance. Emphasis is placed on learning several virtualization environments and approaches, both proprietary and open-source. Concepts will be illustrated and enforced with a variety of actual installations and practical projects.

NT 326 - System Administration Scripting 3.00

This course provides an introduction to automating administrative tasks using scripts. Students will design and implement scripts of moderate complexity that automate administrative tasks such as the creation of user accounts, the administration of disk drive and printer, and the management of system services and event logs. Scripts may be written using languages such as Bourne and C, and Korn shells and JScript, VBScript, and Perl. Topics include tools and utilities, interactive command line programs, shell programming using constructs, variables, commands, functions, and debugging processes.

Elective Courses in Information Technology

A minimum of 18.00 semester credit hours within the field of information technology, information systems or computer science is required, of which 9 credits must be at the 300, 400, 500 or 600 level.

Open Elective Courses

A minimum of 12.00 semester credit hours of open electives is required.

Required Capstone or Internship

3.00 credit hours are required.

IS 495 - Internship 3.00

This is an elective course in bachelor's programs that students may take in their final semester. The career internship course is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in the computer science and information technology fields. The outcome of the internship is an informed student fully apprised of the opportunities their program offers for professional growth. During the internship, the student will experience various aspects of working in the actual field in which the student has been educated. The internship is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to experience and participate in duties typical of a contemporary workplace setting. Student learning centers on observing experienced personnel as well as participating in actual hands-on procedures under close supervision of trained professionals.

IT 491 - Information Technology Capstone Project 3.00

Students work individually or in project teams on an industry-sponsored or instructor-approved project. They will identify a problem, develop design specifications based on stakeholder needs, consider alternative designs, develop a schedule and/or budget, and design, develop, and test the proposed process or product. Interim reports to the sponsor or to the class, a final project report, and a final presentation will be required.

Required Courses in General Education

Personal and Professional Development Courses

2.00 semester credit hours are required.

PD 121 - Professional Development I 1.00

PD 202 - Professional Development II 1.00

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Program	Months*	Credits
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a Concentration in Data Analytics Technology	32	120

*Average number of months for students to complete program

Program availability varies by location.

Required Courses in Information Technology

All courses, 49.00 semester credit hours, are required.

IS 122 - Programming Logic 3.00

IS 123 - Computer Networks 3.00

or IS 195 Transition to Technology Concepts *
* IS 195 is required of advanced standing students only.

IS 183 - Database Concepts and Applications I 3.00

IS 187 - Computer Architecture and Troubleshooting I 3.00

IS 192 - Linux Administration 3.00

IS 283 - Network Security 3.00

IS 285 - Routers and Switches I 3.00

IS 287 - Routers and Switches II 3.00

IS 293 - Linux Application Server 3.00

IS 296 - Python Programming 3.00

IT 120 - Technical Writing 1.00

IT 346 - Information Technology Project Management 3.00

IT 368 - Cloud Computing 3.00

NT 181 - Network and Server Operating Systems 3.00

NT 201 - Network Infrastructure Administration 3.00

NT 306 - Virtualization 3.00

NT 326 - System Administration Scripting 3.00

Required Courses in Technical Specialty Domain - Data Analytics

All courses, 24.00 semester credit hours, are required.

DA 301 - Statistics for Data Analytics 3.00

This course includes topics fundamental to understanding statistics methods used in the field of data analytics. Topics include probability, descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, regression and linearly uncorrelated variables (PCA).

DA 302 - Foundations of Data Analytics 3.00

This course provides the practical key techniques and tools used in data analytics, including the concepts, principles and practical applications that are relevant to the industry and technology environment. Learning will be supported and explained using open-source software, including Apache Hadoop, MapReduce and R. Students will have the opportunity to understand how these methods and tools are applied to real-world business challenges, including the analyses of data generated from IoT devices.

DA 304 - Python for Data Analytics 3.00

This course includes data analysis techniques using the Python programming language. That includes knowing how to import data, explore data, analyze data, learn from data, visualize data, and ultimately generate shareable reports. This course also introduces you to machine leaning, a powerful area of data analysis. This course introduces a collection of powerful, open-source tools including Python, Jupyter notebooks, pandas, and matplotlib.

DA 306 - R Programming for Data Analytics 3.00

This course teaches R, an open-source programming language for statistical computing and graphics. Topics include how to write functions, loops, and scripts that uses basic statistical functions and tools such as normal distribution, boxplots to analyze data and present data in a graphical way, demonstrating how to turn unstructured data into structured data, how to live link R to a database, and how to search online databases for answers.

DA 402 - Data Analytics and Projects I 3.00

This project-based course focuses on a big data analysis solution using cloud services. Topics include creating clusters to process big data, connecting to clusters, uploading data, and running codes. Other projects include using tools for analyzing and querying data in a distributed environment, using user-defined functions and incorporating predictive analytics and machine learning.

DA 404 - Data Analytics and Projects II 3.00

This project-based course presents Machine Learning technology. Advanced topics include using machine learning tools and algorithms to gather data, clean data, create data models, perform prediction, and process new data.

DA 408 - Data Management 3.00

This course includes the topics of advanced database management and reporting, and business intelligence (BI). This course is intended to teach a managed enterprise BI solution. Additional topics include how to implement multi-dimensional and tabular data models, delivering reports with industry standard tools, creating dashboards with industry standard tools, and discovering business insights by using data mining.

DA 410 - Data Presentation and Visualization 3.00

This course teaches data presentation and visualization. The topics include the learning of building blocks and services; connecting to data sources; cleaning and transforming of data; modeling data and managing your data relationship; creating calculated columns, measures, and tables; creating customized visualization; connecting and publishing and sharing dashboards and reports.

Elective Courses in Information Technology

A minimum of 6 semester credit hours in the field of information technology, information systems, computer science or a related discipline are required.

Required Capstone or Internship

All courses, 3.00 semester credit hours, are required.

IS 495 - Internship 3.00

IT 491 - Information Technology Capstone Project 3.00

Required Courses in General Education

Personal and Professional Development Courses

A minimum of 2.00 semester credit hours is required.

PD 121 - Professional Development I 1.00

PD 202 - Professional Development II 1.00

Graduate Programs

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Beyond foundational leadership and management courses, our MBA curriculum includes in-depth coursework regarding the integration of AI tools into business operations – and how these tools can be utilized for both customer and employee management.

Choose an MBA program prioritizing the foundational skillset you need to succeed as a business executive both now and in the future.

Program	Months*	Credits
Master of Business Administration (MBA)	12	33

*Average number of months for students to complete program

MBA in Business Analytics - STEM Designation

This online degree program provides students with the fundamental skills to thrive in today’s data-driven business world. Students will master foundational and advanced topics like big data analytics, AI applications, and practical decision-making strategies. Students will learn to apply STEM principles to core business concepts, gaining a unique edge in a competitive landscape.

Program	Months*	Credits
Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics	16	36

*Average number of months for students to complete program

Required Courses

All courses, 36.00 semester credit hours, are required.

BU 502 - Leadership and Team Dynamics 3.00

The course explores the core principles of effective leadership and examines how these practices influence organizational culture, employee motivation, team dynamics, and overall organizational performance. Students explore a range of contemporary leadership theories and styles, understand the complexities of human behavior and learn how effective leadership can navigate challenges to drive positive organizational change.

BU 506 - Leading Change and Operational Excellence 3.00

This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of operations and change management, focusing on the integration of innovation and artificial intelligence (AI), operations strategy, and organizational change within a global context. This course is suitable for those looking to develop their expertise in managing operations and leading change in complex and dynamic business environments.

BU 520 - Integrated Economics and Decision-Making 3.00

This course is designed to blend economic theories with practical decision-making strategies. Students explore key economic concepts, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and behavioral economics, and learn how to apply these concepts in decision-making processes. The course also examines quantitative methods, data-driven decision-making, and the impact of economic policies on business and societal decisions.

BU 525 - Strategic Human Capital 3.00

This transformative course is designed for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in strategically managing human capital while championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) within their organizations. This course offers a blend of comprehensive human resource strategies and DEIA principles, focusing on attracting, nurturing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

BU 531 - Strategic and Risk Management for Business Success 3.00

This course is designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge to effectively blend strategic planning with risk management in technology-driven industries, while embedding sustainability at the core of business practices. This course delves into the intricacies of formulating strategic plans that not only drive business growth but also ensure resilience against a myriad of risks.

BU 541 - Accounting and Corporate Financial Strategy 3.00

This course provides an overview of key concepts in accounting, finance, and corporate financial strategy. The course is designed to provide a foundation for making informed financial decisions and developing effective financial strategies in a corporate environment. The course explores financial technology and the implications of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in accounting and finance.

BU 618 - Marketing Engineering 3.00

This course explores the exciting world of marketing engineering and analytics, equipping students with the analytical tools and methodologies required to make data-driven marketing decisions. Students learn to leverage the power of data and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize marketing campaigns, measure marketing performance, and drive business growth.

BU 631 - Project Management for Business Leaders 3.00

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of fundamental and advanced concepts in project management. Students engage with key methodologies, tools, and strategies used by successful project managers. The course balances theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring students are well-prepared to lead projects in a variety of settings.

BU 683 - Foundations of Business Analytics for Leaders 3.00

This course introduces students to the core concepts of business analytics. This includes how to collect and clean data as part of the analytics process. In addition, students explore how regression analysis, predictive modeling, and artificial intelligence (AI) tools are used to make informed business decisions.

BU 685 - Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning 3.00

This course equips students to build deep learning models, gain proficiency in natural language processing (NLP), and make data-driven decisions. This course explores cutting-edge time series forecasting, deep learning architectures, and NLP applications. In addition, real-world projects and ethical considerations will be used for analysis to assist with leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for analysis.

BU 687 - Big Data, Cloud, and Visualization 3.00

This course equips students to compare and evaluate different cloud-based data platform solutions. Students apply massive data analysis for real-time insights and smarter decisions. From building Hadoop to pipelines to crafting live dashboards, this course equips students to conquer large-scale data challenges.

BU 695 - Graduate Capstone Project 3.00

This course is designed as the final capstone project, where students will demonstrate application, analysis, integration, and evaluation in a real-world project or simulation. The capstone experience gives each student the opportunity to demonstrate his/her ability to utilize what he/she has learned in the program.

or BU 697 Graduate Internship Semester Credit Hours: 3.00*

*Online students in some states may not be allowed to take this internship due to state restrictions.

MBA in Healthcare Management

Herzing University’s healthcare management MBA concentration includes healthcare-focused courses in healthcare administration, health information management and health policy and management.

Program	Months*	Credits
Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management	20	33-36

*Average number of months for students to complete program
Program availability varies by location

Required Foundation Course(s) 3-6 Semester Credit Hours

BU 530 - Business Leadership Foundations 3.00

This course is designed to assess entry level business content knowledge and skills and validate both prior learning and experiential learning in the areas of business ethics, business leadership, global dimensions of leadership, human resource management, information technology management, strategic management and business integration, and the legal environment of business, accounting, finance, marketing, economics, analysis, operations and organizational behavior.

* Only required for students who do not have an undergraduate degree in Business, a closely related discipline or its international equivalent.

BU 550 - Research Methods and Decision-Making 3.00

This course focuses on skills in research and decision making for the academic and business environment. Topics include the development of research and writing skills, development of decision-making skills, and reflection and review of research activities. Students research and write academic and business papers, specify decisions, characterize alternatives, apply judgment, manage peer pressure, and implement ethical decisions.

Required Core MBA Courses - 21 Semester Credit Hours

BU 600 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior 3.00

High-performing organizations are driven by leaders who enable people to be effective both individually and as part of work teams. Integrating current and emerging leadership strategies, this course helps students develop leadership knowledge and skills, identify critical business challenges in an era of global competition, and act to turn those challenges into opportunities. This course presents strategies for evaluating personal leadership strengths and weaknesses as well as building leadership capacity in employees to increase individual and team performance and lead positive changes in culture and organizational performance.

BU 610 - Finance and Accounting for Decision-Making 3.00

This course covers both financial and managerial accounting as they apply to decision making in the organization. Students will explore the similarities and differences between financial accounting information and managerial accounting information with a focus on selecting the appropriate information based on internal and external needs. Students will learn how to identify and collect the appropriate accounting information to assist them in making decisions and reporting information.

BU 615 - Marketing and New Product Development 3.00

This course focuses on the role of marketing and the marketing department in adding value to the organization. Major elements of the marketing process to be covered include domestic and global market assessment, strategic marketing planning, the development of an effective marketing mix (product, price, promotion, and distribution) to create customer value, consumer/business buying behavior, and market research.

BU 620 - Technology and Innovation 3.00

This course introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed to manage technology organizations in an increasingly competitive global environment through the successful use of innovation and creativity. The course provides a consistent process for the formulation, implementation, and assessment of technology business strategy and presents a framework for the birth, growth, maturation, and decline of business innovation. Students will analyze technology issues in various business sectors throughout the course and develop findings and recommendations.

BU 630 - Project and Operations Management 3.00

This course provides students with the tools needed to manage operations and projects within an organization. Topics include demand forecasting and management, capacity planning and scheduling, inventory control, purchasing and materials management, facilities management, project management strategies and tactics, defining user needs and project scope, scheduling and budgeting, and performance objectives. Control methods, such as PERT/CPM, Gantt charts, project management software, and project audits, will also be covered.

BU 690 - Business Integration & Strategic Planning 3.00

This course focuses on how mission, vision, and values come together to inform the strategic planning process in an organization. The dynamic global environment that modern businesses operate in requires managers to master the art of thinking globally and to utilize frameworks for acting locally. Students will analyze the environment at a number of levels in order to develop a concise strategic plan.

BU 695 - Graduate Capstone Project 3.00

or BU 697 Graduate Internship Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

Additional Required Healthcare Management Concentration Courses

A minimum of 9.00 semester credit hours is required.

BU 650 - Healthcare Administration 3.00

This course explores the major components and organizational interrelationships in the U.S. healthcare delivery system across the continuum of care. Topics include the history of the delivery system, delivery institutions and models, policy implementation, and payment mechanisms. Variables of access, cost, and quality are introduced. Application of these topics in the areas of healthcare reform, social and cultural changes that affect the system, and alternative healthcare allow students to analyze critically these evolving healthcare issues.

BU 654 - Health Information Management 3.00

This course provides an overview of the role of information systems in healthcare organizations. Students will explore the technical, organizational, and cost-benefit issues related to healthcare information systems, including clinical decision support, integrated networking and distributed computing technologies, telemedicine applications, and artificial intelligence solutions. Students will develop and exercise analytical skills for appraising health information systems and will acquire practical experience using biomedical research databases, desktop application software, and electronic communication systems.

HA 610 - Health Policy and Management 3.00

This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to guide students in evaluating healthcare policy issues that impact decision making and outcomes in healthcare. Students will explore healthcare delivery systems and analyze issues which impact the delivery of healthcare and nursing at global, national, and state levels of government. Students will analyze the development, formulation, and implementation of policies and related economic issues that can influence healthcare practice today. In addition, the course includes topics such as the relationship between healthcare providers and patients, insurance policies, quality management, legislative liability issues, ethical decision making, and other policy issues.

Course prerequisites may be waived if the student has prior equivalent coursework or the approval of the Graduate Dean.

MBA in Project Management

Through Herzing’s MBA in Project Management degree program you’ll gain the necessary skills and academic knowledge for planning and management positions in various business enterprises, with a concentration of courses in project management. Upon completion of the program, you should be able to develop detailed project management plans and lead projects to successful completion.

Program	Months*	Credits
Master of Business Administration in Project Management	20	33

*Average number of months for students to complete program
Program availability varies by location

Required Foundation Course(s) 3-6 Semester Credit Hours

BU 530 - Business Leadership Foundations 3.00

* Only required for students who do not have an undergraduate degree in Business, a closely related discipline or its international equivalent.

BU 550 - Research Methods and Decision-Making 3.00

Required Core MBA Courses - 21 Semester Credit Hours

BU 600 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior 3.00

BU 610 - Finance and Accounting for Decision-Making 3.00

BU 615 - Marketing and New Product Development 3.00

BU 620 - Technology and Innovation 3.00

BU 630 - Project and Operations Management 3.00

BU 690 - Business Integration & Strategic Planning 3.00

BU 695 - Graduate Capstone Project 3.00

or BU 697 Graduate Internship Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

Additional Required Project Management Concentration Courses

A minimum of 9.00 semester credit hours is required.

BU 632 - Project Management Applications 3.00

In this course students will apply the theory and practice of successful project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation. This includes the creation of project schedules, work breakdown structures, resource allocation and other frameworks utilized in a variety of real-work scenarios. Students will also evaluate the use of various software applications commonly used to manage projects. This course is designed to assist students in their preparations to sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam given by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

BU 634 - Project Cost and Risk Management 3.00

This course focuses on both the costs and risks associated with projects and project portfolios. Students will estimate and evaluate project costs in relation to cost and delivery related risks. Risk analysis, monitoring and response planning techniques will also be applied. This course is designed to assist students in their preparations to sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam given by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

BU 636 - Project and Business Analysis 3.00

In this course students will utilize analysis techniques to successfully identify the business needs associated with project initiation. Requirements gathering and management processes will be evaluated and implemented in real-work scenarios. This course is designed to assist students in their preparations to sit for the Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) certification exam given by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Course prerequisites may be waived if the student has prior equivalent coursework or the approval of the Dean of Graduate Programs.

Undergraduate Resident Admission Requirements

Possess a Valid Passport: must be valid for a minimum of six months after arrival in the USA.
Valid National Identification Card from your home country
English Language Proficiency: provide proof that you are proficient in the English Language through one of the following forms.
- TOEFL ibt - 61
- IELTS – 5.5
- PTE Academic - 44
- iTEP – 3.7
- DuoLingo (DET) - 95
- Documentation of a minimum of 4 years of successful completion of secondary studies (i.e., high-school level) in an English-speaking school whose language of instruction is English.
- Documentation of successful completion from a University-approved college preparatory ESL program
Successful Entrance Exam: There will be an entrance exam administered by Herzing University that you will need to pass with the score required for your chosen program. Placement exams are also required unless you have completed a college-level English composition course and a college algebra course with grades of “C” or higher and submitted an official transcript for transfer credits. Both exams will be sent by email within 72 hours of a submitted application.
Successful completion of High School or equivalency: provide a copy of your High School transcript and certificate that shows successful completion.
Provide College/University transcripts and degree certificates if you have attended college. Unofficial transcripts can be used for application purposes but Official* or original** transcripts, marksheets (including failed marksheets), and degree certificates will need to be provided before the class start date.

*Official copies refer to credentials attested (copied/stamped) by the awarding institution, examination board or ministry and placed in a sealed envelope with a seal, stamp or signature across the seal or sent directly by email from the educational institution. Official copies can be mailed to Herzing University directly by the issuing body or given to you to submit, but the envelope must remain sealed. Herzing University does not return sealed envelope documents.

**Original documents refer to first-issue credentials in your possession issued by the awarding institution, examination board or ministry on official letterhead and bearing original ink stamp(s) / signature(s) of the appropriate official(s). Original documents can be returned to students upon completion of the evaluation report.

Graduate Resident Admission Requirements

Possess a Valid Passport: must be valid for a minimum of six months after arrival in the USA.
Valid National Identification Card from your home country
English Language Proficiency: provide proof that you are proficient in the English Language through one of the following forms.
- TOEFL ibt - 80
- IELTS – 6.0
- PTE Academic - 53
- iTEP – 3.9
- DuoLingo (DET) - 100
- Documentation of a minimum of 4 years of successful completion of undergraduate study (i.e., bachelor’s degree) in an English-speaking school whose language of instruction is English.
- Documentation of successful completion from a University-approved college preparatory ESL program
Provide College/University transcripts and degree certificates that show successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree. Unofficial transcripts can be used for application purposes but Official* or original** transcripts, marksheets (including failed marksheets), and degree certificates will need to be provided before the class start date.

Official transcripts should be sent to:

Herzing University
Attn: International Admissions
50 Hurt Plaza SE, Suite 400
Atlanta, GA 30303

Phone: 404-816-4533
Email for electronic send: aneill@herzing.edu