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Business with a minor in Legal Studies - Bachelor of Science
The Legal Studies Minor builds a basic foundation in understanding the roles of law, justice, and governance and the impact these have on society, government, and business.
Courses in the Business with a minor in Legal Studies BS Degree program include:
- Legal Research and Writing
- Justice System in America
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Comparative Law
- Civil Procedure
Criminal Behavior - Bachelor of Arts
This degree program combines courses in criminal justice and behavioral science to prepare you for success in a variety of professional settings in the areas of crime prevention, the administration of justice, or rehabilitation. You'll learn about public policy and the causes, enforcement, and prevention of crime in today's society.
Courses in the Criminal Behavior BA Degree program include:
- Biological Basis of Behavior
- Addictions
- Lifespan Development
- Theories of Counseling
- Abnormal Psychology
- Foundations of Criminal Behavior
- Criminology
- Juvenile Justice Procedure
- Communication in the Criminal Justice System
Informatics - Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Informatics degree program
provides a solid foundation for students who wish to
pursue careers as information technology professionals,
or for those who desire a more concrete understanding
of the integral ways in which technology impacts the
business environment globally. Graduates are well
prepared for entry-level positions in specialized areas
such as systems analysts, business applications
programming, business database design, decision
support systems, networking technologies, and are also
well prepared to advance from those positions. The
CBK component of the BSI program provides students
with the knowledge of principles and practices required
to achieve success in any of WIU's degree programs.
The Technology Core enables students to understand
and integrate the basic components in the technology
environment, while building the logic skills necessary
for system development. The major requirements
introduce the most current and relevant topics affecting
technology usage in business.
Courses in the Informatics BS Degree program include:
- Advanced XML/HTML Programming
- JAVA Programming
- Emerging Technologies
- Database Management
- Software Engineering Methodologies
- IT Security & Information Assurance
Information Technology - Master of Business Administration
The MBA Information Technology program
prerequisites provide general business foundations upon
which the Managerial Core builds executive
management skills. The IT Major extends this
knowledge by integrating and leveraging the technology
concepts of collection, retention, and dissemination of
information for management planning control,
decision-making, and competitive advantage. The
program blends theory and practice into a learning
experience that develops skills applicable to complex
business problems. The evolving global economy is increasing demand for
highly skilled managers with knowledge of international
business practices, foreign cultures, finance, marketing,
economics, and information technology. WIU's MBA
in International Business prepares students to assume
major responsibilities within international,
multinational, and global organizations. Students learn
to evaluate risk and adapt business practices to conform
to different cultural and political environments.
Courses in the Information Technology MBA Degree program include:
- Principles of Information Technology Outsourcing
- Technology Project Management
- Economics of Infomation Systems and Proposal Management
- Internet Business Strategy
- Seminar on Issues and Trends in Information Technology
- Applied Thesis Research Seminar
Information Systems Engineering - Master of Science
Preparing students for leadership roles in design,
development and implementation of information
systems, the MSISE degree focuses on the theory,
methods and practices of building effective systems.
Prior to beginning the MSISE, students must
demonstrate fundamental knowledge of information
technology principles, either through a technical
baccalaureate degree or through successful completion
of the undergraduate prerequisites. The MSISE major
extends students' knowledge from the IT Core through
coursework in topics specifically related to engineering
and building information systems.
Courses in the Information Systems Engineering MS Degree program include:
- Telecommunication/Satellite Systems Engineering
- Security Systems Engineering
- Project Verification and Validation
- Intrusion Detection and Analysis: Security Beyond the Firewall
- Applied Thesis Research Seminar
Legal Studies - Bachelor of Science
The BA in Legal Studies program builds a basic foundation in understanding the roles of law, justice, and governance and the impact these have on society. You will acquire knowledge of a variety of judicial, political, and economic systems, as well as laws and policies that can be applied in multiple areas of government and business. Within the framework of a liberal arts education, the program also offers an international and historical perspective on legal issues that can provide a solid base for advanced study in the field of law.
Courses in the Legal Studies BS Degree program include:
- Legal Research and Writing
- Justice System in America
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Ethics and the Administration of Justice
- Criminal Procedure
- Civil Procedure
Western International University is accredited by The
Higher Learning Commission of the North Central
Association of Colleges and Schools. |
