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Life is Complicated.
Your Education Shouldn’t Be.
At CSU, we offer completely online accredited degree programs, open
enrollment and a flexible learning style designed to accommodate
your life. Choose from online associate, bachelor, master, doctoral or
certificate programs in a variety of fields including:
• Business Administration
• Fire Science Business Hours
• Criminal Justice MONDAY–THURSDAY
• Human Resource Management Main Office: 8 AM to 5 PM (CST)
• Occupational Safety and Health Student Services & Admissions:
• Information Technology 8 AM to 8 PM (CST)
• Marketing
• Organizational Leadership FRIDAY
• Hospitality and Tourism Main Office: 8 AM to 3 PM (CST)
Student Services, Financial Aid,
The firefighter with an unpredictable schedule, the soldier Business Affairs, Registrars Office
shifting from place to place to preserve our freedom, the single & Admissions: 8 AM to 5 PM (CST)
mother working hard to advance her career and support her
children – these are the faces of CSU. That’s why CSU delivers 24 SATURDAY
hour access to course assignments, online forums, web lectures, Student Services & Admissions:
interactive software, audio and visual examples and more. 9 AM to 6 PM (CST)
2010—EDITION I
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*These programs are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid at this time for one of two possible reasons: they are recent additions to the CSU curriculum or they are a certificate program.
Why CSU
• Quality Online Programs
PERSONALIZED SERVICE COURSE STRUCTURE
Beginning with your initial contact, you’ll All CSU courses are offered completely • Personalized Service
find that our personalized service is online and combine the very best of online • Affordable Tuition
second to none. Faculty and staff are delivery and traditional university textbooks.
dedicated to the principle that it is only Each course includes a course syllabus, • Begin Courses at Anytime
through your success that we succeed. We assignments and open book exams. • Maximum Transfer Credit
are readily available to assist you with
information from the application process
CLASSROOM OF ONE • No Scheduled Online Sessions
Once you enroll, you will be assigned a
to graduation requirements. • Textbooks at No Cost
student services representative who will offer
you personal guidance and advice through- • Federal Financial Aid
OPEN ENROLLMENT out your degree program. Course specific • Tuition Assistance, DANTES
Begin courses at anytime and study when faculty members are also assigned at the and VA Benefits
it best fits your schedule. At CSU, there beginning of each course to provide you
are no predetermined semester or session with the academic support you need to • BCSP Recognizes CSU Degrees
dates to contend with. successfully complete your degree. • Accredited Member Distance
Education Training Council
SELF-PACED PROGRAMS VALUE 1601 18th Street, N.W.
With CSU, you can set your own pace for When comparing quality and cost—CSU is Washington, D.C. 20009
completing your degree program. your best option. Our tuition is competitively (202) 234-5100
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Faces of CSU
…HE’S EARNING HIS DEGREE, EVEN WHILE
DEPLOYED OVERSEAS.
Alan Jones is currently on his third tour of Iraq and
at the same time working towards a bachelor’s degree
in fire science from CSU. For the past seven years, Jones
has served in the U.S. Army and currently holds the
title of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear
Non-Commissioned Officer. Jones picked a degree in
fire science to gain knowledge about the fire field so that
when he leaves the army he can become a firefighter.
With his experience gained in the military and a degree
Alan Jones from CSU, Jones knows he will have no trouble finding
“marched across nearly
I could have
Killeen, TX a job.
any stage in America, “Having a degree gives employers a reason to give you a chance to prove your skills,”
Jones said. “If you do get the job, you’re still the new guy; but you’re the new guy
some more prestigious with a degree backing you up.”
than others, some more
Since beginning his education with CSU, more doors have opened for Jones.
well known than
A professional accomplishment Jones has achieved in the military based on having
others. I choose this college experience is being promoted to staff sergeant.
stage because it was
only CSU that has made
… HE PURSUED HIGHER EDUCATION TO
my dream my reality.
” ENHANCE HIS PERSONAL AND CAREER LIFE.
“I owe my academic and professional success to CSU,” Gauthier said. “CSU offers
high quality programs and other outstanding resources that help thousands of people
around the world accomplish their educational dreams.”
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Transfer Credit
CSU allows maximum transfer credit PROFESSIONAL LICENSES,
for your prior academic credits, training,
and relevant professional licenses and
CERTIFICATES, AND TRAINING
certifications. Up to 75 percent of PROGRAMS
undergraduate courses and 50 percent CSU uses guidelines established by the
of master’s level courses can be trans- American Council on Education (ACE)
ferred into your degree program at CSU. to determine if certain training
Students are allowed to transfer in programs, certificates, professional
15 percent of coursework into the licenses, and/or military training
DBA program. warrant awarding academic credit.
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Military Matters
ACCELERATE YOUR FUTURE.
EARN YOUR DEGREE ONLINE.
Recognized as one of the top 30 schools for military education by Military
Advanced Education, more than half of students enrolled at CSU are members
of the U.S. military. Completely online programs, open enrollment, flexible
courses, and affordable tuition allow Servicemembers to achieve a quality
education while preserving our nation’s freedom.
“education
I can earn my
whether
(SOC) and AU-ABC.
I am at home or GOARMYED
Few other colleges and universities have been invited to participate in the U.S.
deployed overseas.
” Army GoArmyEd initiative that allows active duty soldiers to request TA
online. This dynamic online portal automates many of the paper-based
Andre Bowers, processes historically conducted with Army Education Counselors. If you are
currently enrolled at CSU or are planning to apply, please visit GoArmyEd to
Master’s Degree in set up your account and to learn more about how to take advantage of your
Business Administration TA benefits.
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Military Educational Benefits
CSU is approved to offer Tuition VA BENEFITS
Assistance (TA), DANTES, and Veterans Students using VA Benefits must enroll
Affairs (VA) benefits. Additional through the CSU Term Enrollment
education funding is available to those System which offers a term starting
approved for TA and eligible for each month. Tuition is due at the time
MGIB-Active Duty benefits. In most of registration and benefits will be paid
cases, these benefits cover the entire directly to the student by VA. In order
cost of your program. You can for CSU to process a registration for
complete seven undergraduate courses
or six graduate courses annually
students utilizing VA/GI Bill benefits,
all required forms must be submitted
“distance
I first heard of the
learning
without exceeding the DoD annual to VA and CSU. This will help ensure
ceiling of $4,500. The CSU military programs at CSU through
that benefits are paid in a timely
tuition rate for undergraduate and manner. For information on the another soldier in my
graduate courses is below the DoD forms required to be submitted to VA, unit. I thank him every
semester hour cap of $250. visit the Veterans Online Application
time I get the chance
Website (VONAPP) at
TUITION ASSISTANCE/ http://vabenefits.vba.ba.gov. because your university
DANTES
Tuition assistance is available to all
Most Commonly Required Forms
VA Form 22-1990
has changed my life.
”
active duty, active Guard/Reserve, and Application for Education Benefits
military and civilian personnel of the VA Form 22-5490 E. Lavern Dowdy,
Army National Guard through the Application for Survivors and BS, Environmental
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Dependents Educational Assistance
Education Support (DANTES). Tuition Management, 2007
VA Form 22-1995
assistance will cover 100 percent of Application for Change of Program
tuition costs for the majority of active or Place of Training
duty service members. Each branch of VA Form 22-5495
service has established an annual cap Application for Change of Program
for tuition assistance. or Place of Training, Survivors and
Dependents Educational Assistance
Reserve component members are also
eligible for tuition assistance under In addition to the above list of forms,
this policy. However, each service students who have been discharged will
component has established specific also need to submit DD Form 214. If
guidelines, limits, and policies for their you have additional questions regard-
members that may be different than ing VA/GI Bill benefits, please contact
the typical active duty policy. the CSU Admissions Department.
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Tuition and Financing
TUITION & FINANCING CSU BOOK GRANT
When comparing quality and cost— Through this grant, textbooks are provided
CSU is your best option. at no charge. CSU will automatically
Tuition and fees are payable in U.S. funds. CSU ship new or used textbooks to the student
accepts checks, money orders, and credit cards. after processing the Per-Course or Term
Enrollment Agreement.
Tuition Per Credit Hour
Undergraduate Courses...........$195.00
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Several different payment options are
Graduate Courses*...................$260.00
available including Per-Course Enrollment
Doctoral Courses......................$295.00
full payment, Per-Course Enrollment
When comparing quality *The tuition rate for graduate courses per-credit hour payment plan, Term Enrollment payment,
and cost—CSU is your is $250 for all active-duty Military Servicemembers. military educational benefits, corporate
The lower rate is offered to keep the tuition rate at the
best option. Our tuition is DoD cap of $250. direct billing, credit based loans, or
Federal Financial Aid.
competitively priced to TUITION REFUND POLICY
make achieving a quality Per-Course Enrollment System Policy FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID
If CSU is notified of cancellation within Federal Financial Aid offers grant and
education affordable and five calendar days of the day the enroll- loan programs administered by the
realistic for the average ment agreement was signed/submitted, U.S. Department of Education.
all money paid to CSU will be refunded. CSU participates in the following
person. grant and loan programs.
All students withdrawing after five
calendar days will be charged a 20 percent FEDERAL GRANTS
registration fee (maximum of $200). The Pell Grants—Undergraduates Only
remaining tuition will be refunded based Pell grants are awarded solely on demon-
on the course start date and the tuition strated financial need to every eligible
percentage amounts listed below. undergraduate student who hasn't already
1st week—80% 4th week—20% earned a bachelor's or professional degree.
2nd week—60% 5th week—0%
3rd week—40% FEDERAL LOANS
Federal Family Education Loans—
Term Enrollment System Policy The U.S. Department of Education
All students who drop/withdraw from a administers the Federal Family Education
course after the drop date will be charged a Loan program which generally consists of
20 percent registration fee. The remaining Stafford loans (for students) and Parent
tuition will be refunded based on the Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
term start date and the tuition percentage loans (for parents). Visit the Tuition and
amounts listed below. Financing section of our website for more
information.
1st Week—100 % 4th Week—20 %
2nd Week—60 % 5th Week—0 %
3rd Week—40 %
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Admissions
At CSU, we have an open admissions policy. Applications and enrollments are
accepted throughout the calendar year. “Columbia
I travel often and
Southern
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Requirements for admission into our degree programs include: University travels with
Undergraduate Programs—High School Diploma or GED me. Having the benefit of
Master’s Degree Programs—Accredited Bachelor’s Degree
Doctoral Program—Accredited Master’s Degree in Business and Two Years of a classroom without walls
Experience in a Business Related Field allows me to travel,
attend class and not miss
Applicants who are citizens of a country where English is not the primary language
are required to submit one of the following prior to admission: a single lesson.
”
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
The following scores are required for admission: Brian Edwards
Undergraduate—A minimum of 500 in the paper-based version or 61 in the
BS, Business
Internet-based version
Administration, 2002
Master’s—A minimum of 530 in the paper-based version or 71 in the Internet-based version
Doctorate—A minimum of 550 in the paper-based version or 80 in the Internet-based version MBA, Business
Administration, 2004
International English Language Testing System Exam (IELTS)
A minimum of 61 in the Internet-based test or a Band 5 or higher is required for admission.
QUALITY SERVICE
Apply now with no obligation to
enroll and you will experience our
quality service firsthand.
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Getting Started
Fitting an education into your already hours. Once all official transcripts are
busy schedule is not easily done, but received and evaluated, an Application
it is possible. Our completely online Evaluation Report will be issued and
programs are designed with the flexibility your status will be changed.
you need to fit your education around
career and family commitments. You can
begin at anytime and study at a pace that
STUDENT RESOURCES
best fits your lifestyle. Online Library
Our Online Library provides a wide
variety of information through full-text
F. Poche Waguespack, MS
DEAN OF STUDENTS
ENROLLMENT journal articles, select reference tools,
CSU offers two convenient over 30,000 full-text online books, and
enrollment systems: more. Available 24/7, the Ask an Online
Per-Course/Open Enrollment Librarian service answers your questions
at any time. Your one-time library fee is
“should
Intellectual growth
commence
(10-Week Courses)
The CSU Per-Course Enrollment System
$20 for undergraduate and master’s level
students, and $50 for DBA students.
at birth and cease allows students to begin a course at any
time. There are no predetermined myCSU Student Portal
only at death.
” semester or session dates. Students may
take one course after another or multiple
https://mycsu.columbiasouthern.edu
Partner today!
Give your employees the education they deserve.
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General Education
O ur general education curriculum is designed to give students a broad spectrum of the
classes offered at CSU. It provides a well-rounded education with classes ranging from
technical writing to calculus.
General education courses may be taken simultaneously with program courses. Required
general education courses can be completed through CSU, the CLEP examination,
or transfer credit.
To meet the number of required electives for a degree program, any of the general education
undergraduate 2000 or 3000 level courses can be used provided they are not included in
the requirements of the degree program.
Semester Hours
STUDENT ORIENTATION (required) BIO 1100 Non Majors Biology 3
Course Title BIO 1030 Biology I 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success 3 BIO 1040 Biology II ** 3
CHM 1030 Chemistry I ** 3
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS/COMMUNICATIONS CHM 1040 Chemistry II ** 3
Course Title MATHEMATICS
CM 1010 Business Communication 3
PHL 1010 Critical Thinking 3 Course Title
MUS 1010 Introduction to Music Appreciation 3 MA 1100 Basic Mathematical Fundamentals 3
AR 1010 Art Appreciation 3 MA 1140 Finite Math 3
SP 1010 Speech Communication 3 MA 1150 Algebra I 3
PHL 2350 Philosophies of World Religions 3 MA 2010 Modern Math ** 3
AL 2000 American Literature I ** 3 MA 2023 Elementary Statistics ** 3
AL 2010 American Literature II ** 3 MA 1170 Algebra II ** 3
CS 1010 Computer Essentials 3 MA 2051 Pre-Calculus ** 3
BBA 3341 Technical Writing ** 3 MA 2170 Calculus ** 3
SPA 1010 Introductory Spanish I 3 HISTORY
SPA 1020 Introductory Spanish II ** 3
Course Title
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES HY 1110 American History I 3
Course Title HY 1120 American History II 3
PSY 1010 General Psychology 3 HY 1010 Western Civilization I 3
SOC 1010 Introduction to Sociology 3 HY 1020 Western Civilization II 3
PS 1010 American Government 3 HY 2050 Eastern Civilization I 3
SOC 2010 Survey of Global Societies and HY 2060 Eastern Civilization II 3
Cultural Geography 3 WRITTEN COMPOSITION
PS 2010 American State and Local Politics 3
Course Title
PS 2000 Introduction to Political Science 3
EH 1010 English Composition I 3
PSY 2010 Abnormal Psychology 3
EH 1020 English Composition II ** 3
BBA 2401 Principles of Macroeconomics 3
BBA 2501 Principles of Microeconomics 3
BBA 3602 Principles of Management 3
BCJ 2501 Criminology 3
BCJ 2201 Juvenile Delinquency 3 *Natural Sciences include biological sciences, chemistry, physics, physical
sciences, astronomy, geology, physical geography, and earth science.
NATURAL SCIENCES*
Course Title **Each of these courses requires a prerequisite. Please review
ES 1010 Earth Science 3 the course descriptions and objectives for each course on our website
PHS 1110 Principles of Classical Physical Science 3 www.columbiasouthern.edu/programs to determine the prerequisite
PHS 1120 Principles of Modern Physical Science 3 requirement.
AST 2200 Explorations in Astronomy 3
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Associate of Arts Degree
Note: This program is not eligible for Federal Financial Aid at this time.
Semester Hours
Associate of Arts
Total Program Requirements .........................60 A.A. IN GENERAL STUDIES
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL
EDUCATION COURSES.
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Associate of Applied Science Degrees
Semester Hours
Associate of Applied Science
Total Program Requirements .........................60 A.A.S. IN BUSINESS
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL
EDUCATION COURSES.
Business Electives............................................21
To meet the required electives, students may complete any
of the CSU General Education or business undergraduate
2000 or 3000 level courses that are not used to meet other
requirements of their program.
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Associate of Applied Science Degrees
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BS in Business Administration
Semester Hours
Total Program
Requirements General Education
Requirements 36
Professional Electives 24
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BSBA Concentrations
Concentrations Include: Finance, Hospitality and Tourism, BSBA/HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Human Resource Management, Information Technology, A highly competitive field, human resource management is
International Management, Management, Marketing, Project nearly impossible to break into without at least a bachelor’s
Management, and Sport Management. degree level education. From employment law to management
principles, this program is designed to help you identify,
A concentration can be earned by taking a minimum of 4 analyze, and solve complex human resource issues.
courses in that concentration.
Course Title Semester Hours
BSBA/FINANCE BBA 2551 Intercultural Management 3
BHR 3551 Human Relations & Development 3
All organizations, big or small, need skilled professionals BHR 3301 Compensation and Benefits 3
in finance to ensure financial growth. Finance professionals BHR 3565 Employment Law 3
make investments and oversee the financial planning of the BHR 4350 Collective Bargaining 3
companies they work for. Employed in a wide range of BHR 4501 International Human Resource
organizations, from banks to government agencies, graduates Management 3
of this program will gain the skills they need to assist their BHR 4601 Staffing Organizations 3
organization in obtaining, administering, and managing
funds wisely.
BSBA/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Course Title Semester Hours
A concentration in information technology provides
BBA 2501 Microeconomics 3 students with an education on current technology systems
BBA 2301 Principles of Accounting II ** 3
and future learning systems. CSU bases its information
BBA 4201 Financial Institutions 3
BBA 4301 International Finance 3
technology program on three specialties: computer systems
BBA 4351 International Economics 3 management, programming, and networking.
BBA 4446 International Legal Operations 3 Course Title Semester Hours
BBA 4653 International Trade 3 ITC 3001 Personal Computer Fundamentals 3
ITC 3450 Introduction to Data Communications 3
ITC 4010 System Analysis and Design 3
BSBA/HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM ITC 4150 Database Design and Implementation 3
From organizing special events to managing food and ITC 4210 Programming Concepts and Problem Solving I 3
beverage services, CSU can prepare you for a leadership role ITC 4230 Programming Concepts and Problem Solving II** 3
in the second largest industry in the U.S. – hospitality and ITC 4310 Web Design and Development 3
tourism. The program is designed for individuals seeking
BSBA/INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT
entry into this profession, and those currently in the
hospitality and tourism industry seeking the expertise and This concentration on international management equips
skills they need to succeed. students to meet the business challenges of global competi-
tion and foreign markets. It is designed to enable managers
Course Title Semester Hours
and business leaders to focus on how a successful business is
BHM 3010 Introduction to Hospitality 3 conducted on the global level.
BHM 3020 Introduction to Tourism 3
BHM 3890 Accounting for Hospitality & Tourism 3 Course Title Semester Hours
BHM 4100 Facilities Management and Design BBA 2551 Inter-Cultural Management 3
in Hospitality & Tourism 3 BBA 4653 International Trade 3
BHM 4300 Legal Aspects of Hospitality & Tourism 3 BBA 4301 International Finance 3
BHM 4400 Resort Management & Operations 3 BBA 4351 International Economics 3
BHM 4680 Marketing for Hospitality & Tourism 3 BBA 4426 International Management 3
BBA 4446 International Legal Operations 3
BHR 4501 International Human Resource Management 3
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BSBA Concentrations
BSBA/MANAGEMENT BSBA/SPORT MANAGEMENT
The management concentration emphasizes the development This concentration allows sports fans and athletes to
of leadership and decision making skills. Students are exposed become involved in managing sports. The classes and skills
to a broad foundation of business communications and students develop in this field of study will prepare them for
project production in the field of management studies. a job in sport management. Career opportunities include
Course Title Semester Hours sport facilities managers, sport information directors, sport
front office administrators, and sport communications
BBA 2026 Organizational Communications 3
BBA 3451 Organizational Theory & Behavior 3 directors.
BBA 3826 Managerial Decision Making 3 Course Title Semester Hours
BBA 4126 Project Planning 3 BSM 2701 Sociology of Sport 3
BBA 4426 International Management 3 BSM 2801 Sport Marketing 3
BHR 4601 Staffing Organizations 3 BSM 3901 Sport Fund Raising 3
BBA 4851 Production Management 3 BSM 4001 Sport Facilities 3
BBA 4951 Business Policy and Strategy 3 BSM 4101 Sport Administration 3
BSM 4201 Sport Financing 3
BSBA/MARKETING BSM 4301 Sport Legal Liability & Risk Management 3
Today’s businesses need creative, highly educated marketing
specialists who understand the changing global economy.
Successful marketers anticipate consumer needs, translate OTHER BUSINESS COURSES THAT CAN BE UTILIZED
those needs into products and services, and create campaigns FOR ELECTIVES:
to sell their products for a profit. The concentration in Any course not previously selected in the 3000–4000 level may be used
to satisfy elective requirements.
marketing that CSU offers guides students to develop the
knowledge, analytical skills, and creativity needed to excel in
this field.
INTERNSHIP—INT 4990 3-6 SEMESTER HOURS
Course Title Semester Hours
MAR 2251 Internet Marketing Principles 3 The Internship is an active learning course designed to apply
MAR 3211 Consumer Behavior 3 and synthesize concepts and technical/clinical skills in a
MAR 3231 Marketing Research 3 professional practical setting. The internship course is usually
MAR 3271 Advertising 3 taken in the final year of the degree program. The setting
BHR 3565 Employment Law 3 for the internship is in an organization under the close super-
MAR 4610 Strategic Marketing 3 vision of organizational professionals and faculty supervisors.
MAR 4625 Direct Marketing 3
The organizational supervisor evaluates the intern from the
BSBA/PROJECT MANAGEMENT practical perspective and the university supervisor evaluates
the intern from the academic perspective. The Internship can
This concentration is created for professionals who seek to
be taken as a business administration professional elective or
enhance their ability to direct projects, ensuring that projects
can be part of a concentration if the internship is with a
are completed in a timely manner and within budget
concentration agency or organization.
through planning and problem solving.
Course Title Semester Hours
BBA 2026 Organizational Communications 3
BBA 2926 Cost and Scheduling Basics 3
**Each of these courses require a prerequisite. Please review
BBA 3626 Project Management Overview 3 the course descriptions and objectives for each course at
BBA 3826 Managerial Decision Making 3 www.columbiasouthern.edu/programs to determine the prerequisite
BBA 4126 Project Planning 3 requirement.
BBA 4226 Risk Management 3
BBA 4326 Procurement & Contract Management 3
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BS in Criminal Justice Administration
Semester Hours
Criminal Justice Administration Criminal Justice Administration
General Education Requirements ..................60 Major Requirements.............................................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL (36 hours must be at the 3000–4000 level)
EDUCATION COURSES.
Major Requirements—Group A
Required General Education ..............................36 (Select 10 courses below)..........................................30
Course Title Semester Hours Course Title Semester Hours
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 BCJ 2001 Theory and Practices of Law Enforcement 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BCJ 2002 Theory and Practices of Corrections 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BCJ 3601 Criminal Law 3
BBA 3341 Technical Writing ** BCJ 4101 Police and Community Relations 3
BCJ 3701 Criminal Investigation 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................9 BCJ 3801 Criminal Evidence and Legal Issues 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include:
BCJ 3301 Judicial Process 3
BCJ 2201 Juvenile Delinquency
BCJ 3950 Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice 3
BCJ 2501 Criminology
BCJ 4301 Supervision of Criminal Justice Personnel 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................3 BCJ 4701 Criminal Justice Organization and Administration 3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area.
Major Requirements—Group B (Select 2 courses below) .....6
Mathematics..............................................................3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area. BCJ 4385 Workplace Security 3
BBA 3651 Leadership 3
History .................................................................6 BCJ 4001 Procedures in the Justice System 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BCJ 4201 Race and Ethnic Relations 3
Written Composition ..............................................6 BCJ 4601 Criminal Justice Current Topics 3
EH 1010 English Composition I BCJ 4753 Terrorism Incident Management & Emergency 3
EH 1020 English Composition II ** BCJ 2000 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3
VISIT www.columbiasouthern.edu AND CLICK ON “LEARNING PARTNERS” FOR A COMPLETE PARTNER LIST.
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BS in Environmental Management
Total Program Requirements
120 Semester Hours
Semester Hours
I ndustrialization and economic growth have left lasting marks
of progress on the 20th Century. However, waste emissions
have increased, nonrenewable resources have been depleted,
and the earth’s ecosystem has become more fragile. In response,
General Education
Requirements 36 an environmental and safety compliance industry has emerged.
The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management is
General Education Electives 24 designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge
of topics and issues within the field of environmental science.
Major Requirements 36 This program explores cutting edge concepts of environmental
Electives 24 technology and natural resource protection and use. Students
will become familiar with the environmental mandates of the
federal EPA and state agencies. Handling hazardous/solid waste
and appropriate measures for minimizing air, soil and water
pollution will also be covered.
Semester Hours
Environmental Management Environmental Management
General Education Requirements ..................60 Major Requirements.............................................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL Major Requirements—Group A
EDUCATION COURSES. (Select 10 courses below)..........................................30
Course Title Semester Hours
Required General Education ..............................36 BEM 3101 Environmental Science 3
Course Title Semester Hours BEM 3001 Environmental Law 3
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 BEM 3601 Waste Management 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BEM 3501 Air Quality 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BEM 3701 Hazardous Waste Management 3
BEM 3201 Environmental Assessment 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................6 BOS 3551 Environmental Issues 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BOS 3640 Interactions of Hazardous Materials 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................6 BEM 4001 Pollution Prevention 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BOS 4201 Toxicology 3
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BS in Fire Science
Major Requirements 36
Electives 24
Semester Hours
Fire Science General Fire Science
Education Requirements .................................60 Major Course Requirements ............................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL
EDUCATION COURSES. Major Requirements—Group A
(Select 10 courses below)..........................................30
Required General Education ..............................36 Course Title Semester Hours
Course Title Semester Hours BFS 3251 Introduction to Fire Protection 3
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................6 BFS 3345 Introduction to Fire Prevention 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area to include: BFS 3601 Fire Prevention Organization and Management 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BFS 3501 Advanced Fire Administration 3
BOS 3640 Interactions of Hazardous Materials 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................9 BFS 3820 The Community and the Fire Threat 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include:
BFS 4631 Management of Fire Incident Commands 3
PS 2010 American State & Local Politics
BFS 4401 Legal Aspects of Fire Protection 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................6 BFS 4618 Incendiary Fire Analysis and Investigation 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BFS 4753 Terrorism Incident Management &
Emergency Procedures 3
Mathematics..............................................................3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area.
Major Requirements—Group B (Select 2 courses below or any
History .................................................................6 two 3000 to 4000 BFS, BEM or BOS Courses) .................6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BOS 3125 Hazardous Materials Management 3
Written Composition ..............................................6 BFS 3480 Fire Department Safety Officer 3
EH 1010 English Composition I BFS 4290 Fire Protection Systems 3
EH 1020 English Composition II ** BFS 4165 Building Construction For Fire Protection 3
BFS 3430 Principles of Fire Behavior 3
Electives..............................................................24 BFS 3470 Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply 3
Courses can be taken from General Education or any BFS 4432 Fire Prevention and Code Enforcement 3
2000–3000 level course offered at CSU. BFS 4550 Industrial Fire Protection 3
BBA 3651 Leadership 3
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BS in Health Care Administration
ith the constantly evolving nature of healthcare, profes-
Total Program Requirements
120 Semester Hours W sionals familiar with new trends, regulations, and state
of the art management techniques are in demand. Any execu-
Semester Hours
tive level position in this field requires at least a bachelor’s
General Education degree for entry-level management positions and a master’s
Requirements 36 degree for senior level jobs. According to the U.S. Bureau of
Labor Statistics, employment is expected to continue its upward
General Education Electives 24
climb for healthcare administrators through 2014. The BS in
Major Requirements 36 Health Care Administration program is designed to help you
advance your career in this exciting, fast-paced industry.
Electives 24
Semester Hours
Health Care Administration Health Care Administration
General Education Requirements . . . . . . . . . .60 Major Course Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL (36 hours must be at the 3000–4000 level)
EDUCATION COURSES.
Major Requirements—Group A
Required General Education ..............................36 (Select 10 courses below)..........................................30
Course Title Semester Hours Course Title Semester Hours
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 BBA 3201 Principles of Marketing 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BHA 3002 Health Care Management 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BHA 3801 Critical Issues in Health Care 3
BBA 2201 Principles of Accounting 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................9
BHR 3352 Human Resource Management 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include:
BHA 4201 Health Care Law 3
BBA 2401 Macroeconomics
BHA 4053 Financial Management in Health Care
BBA 2501 Microeconomics
Organizations 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................3 BBA 3551 Information Systems Management 3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area. BHA 4101 Quantitative Methods for Health Care 3
BBA 4951 Business Policy and Strategy 3
Mathematics..............................................................3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area.
History .................................................................6 Major Requirements—Group B (Select 2 Courses from the list
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. below or any 3000-4000 level business courses) .................6
Written Composition ..............................................6 BHA 3202 Standards for Health Care Staff 3
EH 1010 English Composition I BHA 3401 Health Unit Coordination 3
EH 1020 English Composition II ** BHA 3501 Community Health 3
BHA 4001 Budgeting in Health Care 3
Electives ..........................................................24 BBA 3651 Leadership 3
Courses can be taken from General Education or any
2000–3000 level course offered at CSU. Professional Electives .............................................24
Select any courses that have not been used to satisfy General Education
or Major Requirements.
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BS in Hospitality and Tourism
rom organizing special events to managing food and bever-
F age services, a BS degree in hospitality and tourism from CSU
prepares students for a leadership role in the second largest
Total Program Requirements
120 Semester Hours
Semester Hours
industry in the U.S.—hospitality and tourism. This degree offers
more career choices than just working with tourism. The U.S. General Education
Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that graduates from hospitality Requirements 36
management programs have good opportunities in restaurant
General Education Electives 24
and hotel management. This BS degree from CSU offers students
a wide variety of courses ranging from marketing to interna- Major Requirements 36
tional management so that students can be prepared to venture
into other parts of the hospitality and tourism field. Electives 24
Semester Hours
Hospitality and Tourism Hospitality and Tourism
General Education Requirements ...................60 Major Course Requirements ............................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL (36 hours must be at the 3000–4000 level)
EDUCATION COURSES.
Major Requirements—Group A
Required General Education ..............................37 (Select 1 Course) ....................................................3
Course Title Semester Hours Course Title Semester Hours
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 BHM 3010 Intro to Hospitality 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BHM 3020 Intro to Tourism 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success
Major Requirements—Group B
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................9 (Select 9 courses listed below) ....................................27
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include:
BBA 2401 Macroeconomics BHM 3951 Destination Marketing & Tourism Geography 3
BBA 2501 Microeconomics BHM 4680 Marketing for Hospitality and Tourism 3
BHM 3200 Special Events Management for
Natural Sciences .......................................................3 Hospitality and Tourism 3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area. BHM 4100 Facilities Management and Design in
Mathematics..............................................................3 Hospitality and Tourism 3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area. BHR 3352 Human Resource Management 3
BHM 4300 Legal Aspects of Hospitality and Tourism 3
History .................................................................6 BBA 4426 International Management 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BHM 4553 Food and Beverage Service Management 3
Written Composition ..............................................6 BHM 3890 Accounting for Hospitality and Tourism 3
EH 1010 English Composition I
EH 1020 English Composition II ** Major Requirements—Group C (Select 2 Courses below
or any 3000-4000 level business courses) ........................6
BHM 4400 Resort Management & Operations 3
Electives......................................................24 BHR 4501 International Human Resource Management 3
Courses can be taken from General Education or any BBA 4951 Business Policy and Strategy 3
2000–3000 level course offered at CSU. BBA 3651 Leadership 3
Semester Hours
Human Resource Management Human Resource Management
General Education Requirements ...................60 Major Course Requirements .....................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL (36 hours must be at the 3000–4000 level)
EDUCATION COURSES.
Major Requirements—Group A
Required General Education ..............................36 (Select 10 courses below) .................................30
Course Title Semester Hours
Course Title Semester Hours
BHR 3565 Employment Law 3
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 BBA 2026 Organizational Communications 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BBA 3602 Principles of Management 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BHR 3352 Human Resource Management 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................9 BBA 2551 Intercultural Management 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BBA 3551 Information Systems Management 3
BBA 2401 Macroeconomics BHR 3301 Compensation and Benefits 3
BBA 2501 Microeconomics BBA 3651 Leadership 3
BHR 4350 Collective Bargaining 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................3 BHR 4680 Training and Development 3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area.
Mathematics..............................................................3 Major Requirements—Group B
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area. (Select 2 Courses below or any 3000-4000 level HR or business
course) ................................................................6
History .................................................................6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BHR 3551 Human Relations and Development 3
BHR 4501 International Human Resource Management 3
Written Composition ..............................................6 BHR 4601 Staffing Organizations 3
EH 1010 English Composition I BBA 4951 Business Policy and Strategy 3
EH 1020 English Composition II **
Professional Electives .............................................24
Electives......................................................24 Any course not previously selected can be used to satisfy
Courses can be taken from General Education or any this requirement.
2000–3000 level course offered at CSU.
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BS in Information Technology
nformation systems & computer technology have changed the
I face of business. Information technology specialists are no
longer restricted to research and development positions. They are
Total Program Requirements
120 Semester Hours
Semester Hours
now assisting companies in maintaining security and increasing
productivity in business. CSU offers a wide range of information General Education
technology courses, including web design development, to ensure Requirements 36
students gain the experience they need to succeed in their careers.
General Education Electives 24
The diverse curriculum offered at CSU produces graduates with the
competencies, skills and attitudes that are needed to succeed. Major Requirements 36
Electives 24
Semester Hours
Information Technology Information Technology
General Education Requirements ...................60 Major Course Requirements ............................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL
EDUCATION COURSES. Major Requirements
(Select 10 courses below)..........................................36
Required General Education ..............................36
Course Title Semester Hours Course Title Semester Hours
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 ITC 3001 Personal Computer Fundamentals 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BBA 3331 E-Commerce 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BBA 3551 Information Systems Management 3
BBA 3341 Technical Writing ** ITC 3450 Introduction to Data Communication 3
ITC 3840 Maintaining Microcomputer Systems 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................6 ITC 4010 System Analysis and Design 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area.
ITC 4150 Database Design and Implementation 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................6 ITC 4210 Programming Concepts and Problem Solving I 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. ITC 4310 Web Design and Development 3
ITC 4390 Internet and Network Security 3
Mathematics..............................................................3 ITC 4760 Information Technology Evaluation
Must be MA 1140 Finite Math or Higher.
and Implementation I 3
History .................................................................6 ITC 4780 Information Technology Evaluation
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. and Implementation II ** 3
Written Composition ..............................................6
EH 1010 English Composition I Professional Electives............................................24
EH 1020 English Composition II ** Select any 3000 or 4000 level business course to satisfy this requirement.
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BS in Marketing
uccessful marketing graduates project their consumers’
Total Program Requirements
120 Semester Hours S needs, translate those needs into products and sell those
products for a profit. The CSU marketing program explores
Semester Hours
major dimensions of the marketing environment including
General Education economic, social, cultural, political, legal and regulatory
Requirements 36 information. Classes range from marketing principles to
e-commerce, giving students a comprehensive knowledge of
General Education Electives 24
the different aspects of marketing.
Major Requirements 36
Electives 24
Semester Hours
Marketing General Marketing Major
Education Requirements ..................................60 Course Requirements..........................................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL (36 hours must be at the 3000–4000 level)
EDUCATION COURSES.
Major Requirements—Group A
Required General Education ..............................36 (Select 10 courses listed below) ...................................30
Course Title Semester Hours Course Title Semester Hours
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 BBA 3201 Principles of Marketing 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BBA 3602 Principles of Management 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success MAR 2251 Internet Marketing Principles 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................9 MAR 2261 Professional Selling Methods 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: MAR 3211 Consumer Behavior 3
BBA 2401 Macroeconomics MAR 3231 Marketing Research 3
BBA 2501 Microeconomics MAR 3271 Advertising 3
BBA 3331 E- Commerce 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................3 BHR 3565 Employment Law 3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area. MAR 4625 Direct Marketing 3
Mathematics..............................................................3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area. Major Requirements—Group B
(Select 2 Courses below or any 3000-4000 level HRM or business
History .................................................................6 course) ................................................................6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area.
MAR 3840 Retail Management 3
Written Composition ..............................................6 MAR 4610 Strategic Marketing 3
EH 1010 English Composition I MAR 4680 Marketing for Hospitality and Tourism 3
EH 1020 English Composition II ** BBA 4951 Business Policy and Strategy 3
BBA 3651 Leadership 3
Electives......................................................24
Courses can be taken from General Education or any
2000–3000 level course offered at CSU. Professional Electives .............................................24
Any course not previously selected can be used to satisfy
this requirement.
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BS in Occupational Safety and Health
Semester Hours
Occupational Safety and Health Occupational Safety and Health
General Education Requirements ...................60 Major Course Requirements ............................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL Major Requirements—Group A
EDUCATION COURSES. (Select 10 courses listed below) ...................................30
Course Title Semester Hours
Required General Education ..............................36 BOS 3001 Fundamentals of OSH 3
Course Title Semester Hours BOS 3525 Legal Aspects of Safety and Health 3
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 BOS 3401 Construction Safety 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BOS 3701 Industrial Ergonomics 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BOS 3640 Interactions of Hazardous Materials 3
BBA 3341 Technical Writing ** BOS 3651 Total Environmental, Health, and
Safety Management 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................6 BFS 3345 Introduction to Fire Prevention 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BOS 4025 OSHA Standards 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................6 BOS 4301 Industrial Hygiene 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. BOS 4201 Toxicology 3
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BS Organizational Leadership
he Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Leadership
Total Program Requirements
120 Semester Hours T is designed to introduce students to the methods and skills
necessary to maximize human capital in organizations; to
Semester Hours
develop individual and interpersonal skills for achieving
General Education successful organizational goals; to enhance positive organiza-
Requirements 36 tional change; and to foster lifelong learning and continuous
growth. Topics covered include organizational behavior;
General Education Electives 24
business ethics; team building; creative thinking; organizational
Major Requirements 36 psychology; negotiation/conflict resolution; and business
policy and strategy. Students completing this program will
Electives 24 acquire the fundamental leadership concepts applicable in
profit, not-for-profit, service, or manufacturing environments.
Note: This program is not eligible for Federal Financial Aid at this time.
Semester Hours
Marketing General Organizational Leadership Major
Education Requirements ..................................60 Course Requirements..........................................60
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL (36 hours must be at the 3000–4000 level)
EDUCATION COURSES.
Major Requirements—Group A
Required General Education ..............................36 (Select 10 courses listed below) ...................................30
Course Title Semester Hours Course Title Semester Hours
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 BBA 3451 Organizational Theory and Leadership 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BBA 3210 Business Law 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BBA 4951 Business Policy and Strategy 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................9 BBA 4751 Business Ethics 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: BSL 4000 Managing Diversity in Organizations 3
PSY 1010 General Psychology BSL 4040 Communication Skills for Leaders 3
BSL 4060 Team Building and Leadership 3
Natural Sciences .......................................................3 BSL 4160 Negotiation/Conflict Resolution 3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area. PSY 3140 Social Psychology 3
Mathematics..............................................................3 PSY 4680 Industrial Organizational Psychology 3
Select a minimum of 1 course from this area.
Major Requirements—Group B
History .................................................................6 (Select 2 Courses below or any 3000-4000 level HRM or business
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. course) ................................................................6
Written Composition ..............................................6 BBA 3651 Leadership 3
EH 1010 English Composition I BBA 3201 Principles of Marketing 3
EH 1020 English Composition II ** BBA 3301 Financial Management 3
BBA 3551 Information Systems Management 3
Electives......................................................24 BBA 4426 International Management 3
Courses can be taken from General Education or any BBA 4851 Production Management 3
2000–3000 level course offered at CSU. BSL 4080 Creative Thinking and Problem Solving 3
BHR 4680 Training and Development 3
INT 4990 Internship for Organizational Leadership 3
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BS in Psychology
L earn from psychology experts around the nation with the
completely online Bachelor of Science in Psychology
offered at CSU. Interdisciplinary by design, the curriculum
Total Program Requirements
120 Semester Hours
Semester Hours
provides a comprehensive knowledge of psychology and
General Education
builds on an integrated foundation of general and applied Requirements 36
science, research methods, technical writing, health care
management, human relations and development. The program General Education Electives 24
consists of 120 Semester hours of study covering a range of topics
Major Requirements 33
such as abnormal psychology, theories of personality, heath
care management, and social psychology. Electives 27
Semester Hours
Psychology General Education
Requirements.....................................................60 Psychology Major Course Requirements........33
REFER TO PAGE 12 FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF GENERAL
EDUCATION COURSES. Major Requirements—Group A
(Select 6 courses below) ...........................................18
Required General Education ..............................36 Course Title Semester Hours
Course Title Semester Hours PSY 2010 Abnormal Psychology 3
Humanities and Fine Arts ........................................9 PSY 3019 History and Systems of Psychology** 3
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include: PSY 3350 Theories of Personality** 3
SLS 1000 Student Learning Success BBA 3341 Technical Writing** 3
BHA 3002 Health Care Management 3
Social and Behavioral Sciences ................................6 PSY 4501 Research Methods in Psychology** 3
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area to include:
PSY 1010 General Psychology Major Requirements—Group B
Natural Sciences .......................................................6 Social, Cognitive, Developmental, and Experimental Psychology
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area. (Select 2 courses below) .............................................6
*Natural Sciences include biological sciences, chemistry, physics, physical sciences, astronomy, geology, physical geography, and earth science.
**Each of these courses requires a prerequisite. Please review the course descriptions and objectives for each course.
*** INT 4990 Internship (3-6) The Internship is an active learning course designed to apply and synthesize concepts and technical/clinical skills in a
professional practical setting. The internship course is usually taken in the final year of the degree program. The setting for the internship is in an
organization under the close supervision of organizational professionals and faculty supervisors. The Organizational Supervisor evaluates the Intern
from the practical perspective and the University Supervisor evaluates the Intern from the academic perspective.
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MBA
“outstanding
The staff at CSU is absolutely
and even that is an
Master of Business Administration
Requirements.....................................................37
understatement. I am impressed
MBA Core Courses...............................................25
and certainly proud to be a part Course Title Semester Hours
of this fine institution.
” OR 1010
MHR 6451
Student Orientation
Human Resource Mgt. Methods
1
3
Brian Mocogni MBA 5501 Advanced Marketing 3
MBA 6001 Organizational Research and Theory 3
MBA, Finance MBA 6601 International Business 3
MBA 5401 Management Information Systems 3
MBA 6301 Business Ethics 3
MBA 5101 Strategic Mgt. & Business Policy 3
MBA 5652 Research Methods 3
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MBA Concentrations
MBA/E-BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY MBA/PROJECT MANAGEMENT
MBA 5531 E-Commerce 3 MBA 6931 Project Management. Strategy 3
MBA 5541 E-Commerce Marketing 3 MBA 6941 Managing Project Teams 3
MBA 5551 Management of E-Commerce 3 MBA 6951 Managing Complex Projects 3
MBA 5581 E-Commerce Design & Development 3 MBA 6961 Project Management 3
Concentration Course Hours 12 Concentration Course Hours 12
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MS in Criminal Justice Administration
he MS in criminal justice administration is designed to
T provide post-baccalaureate education to criminal
justice professionals. The primary goal of the program is to
develop in graduates the ability to analyze, comprehend,
and resolve the complex issues confronting the criminal
justice system. Earning this degree can lead to careers in
federal and state agencies, correctional agencies and institu-
tions, educational and research organizations, and other
professional career tracks within the justice system.
Master of Science in
Criminal Justice Administration................37
Columbia Southern University learning partners receive additional benefits. If you are a member of the
National Sheriffs’ Association or International Union of Police Associations—you, your spouse, and children
qualify for a 10% tuition discount.
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MS in Emergency Services Management
The Board of Certified Safety Professionals will recognize CSU degrees for the application process under both
the ASP designation and the CSP certification, along with credit towards recertification in the Continuance
of Certification program.
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MS in Occupational Safety and Health
With increases in consumption of global natural resources, businesses and governments are now dealing with
a world-wide global economy that must address sensitive environmental, safety and health issues if we are
to pass on a sustainable ecosystem to future generations. This degree program addresses those issues and
concerns, along with exploring potential state-of-the-art resolutions to this dilemma.
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MS in Organizational Leadership
Note: This program is not eligible for Federal Financial Aid at this time.
Organizational Leadership
Requirements ........................................................31
OR 1010 Student Orientation 1
MBA 6301
MBA 6631
MHR 6551
Business Ethics
Intercultural Management
Training and Development
3
3
3
“theDon’t go where
path may lead,
MBA 5841 Strategic Marketing 3
MBA 5101 Strategic Management and Business Policy 3 go instead where
MBA 6941 Managing Project Teams 3
MSL 5080
MSL 5200
Methods of Analysis for Business Operations
Crisis Communication Management
3
3
there is no path
and leave a trail.
MSL 6000
MSL 6040
Psychological Foundations of Leadership
Current Issues in Leadership
3
3
Ralph Waldo Emerson
”
ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP ELECTIVES 6
(Select 2 courses below. Students may also select
any MBA or MOS course.)
Course Title Semester Hours
MHR 6451 Human Resource Management Methods 3
MBA 5501 Advanced Marketing 3
MHR 6401 Employment Law 3
MSL 5100 Applied Research Project 3
INT 5990 Internship 3
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Certificate Programs
C ompetition is intense in
today’s business climate.
The online certificate programs
ACADEMIC CREDIT
Students earn three semester hours
of credit for each course successfully
at CSU are designed to offer you
completed, but may opt to receive
a quick, cost-effective option for
4.5 Continuing Education Credits
enhancing your resume. Choose
(CEUs) in lieu of academic credit.
from undergraduate and graduate
certificates that deliver extensive,
specialized training in several
UNDERGRADUATE
desirable concentrations. CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Complete four courses (12 semester
All certificate programs require Semester Hours) within one
successful completion of the CSU undergraduate concentration area.
Student Orientation course and Environmental Management
OTHER CERTIFICATES
specific credit hour requirements. Finance CSU also offers a Certificate in
For more information, please visit Fire Science Industrial Hygiene Management
www.columbiasouthern.edu/degree/ Hospitality and Tourism (CIHM). Visit our website for
online. Human Resource Management more details.
Information Technology
CERTIFICATE International Management
Management
TRANSFER OPTION Marketing
Students who complete an Occupational Safety and Health
undergraduate/graduate certificate Project Management
program through CSU may transfer Sport Management
those courses into a degree program
with the corresponding concentration.
Similarly, students enrolled in a degree
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE
program with a concentration, may PROGRAMS
Complete four courses (12 semester
transfer the concentration courses into
the corresponding certificate program.
The fee for processing this transfer
Semester Hours) within one graduate
concentration area. “having
Success means
the courage,
and certificate is $150. To request Environmental Management
the determination,
Finance
this transfer, you must complete
Health Care Management and the will to become
the “Degree to Certificate Transfer
Hospitality and Tourism
Request” form at the person you believe
Human Resource Management
www.columbisouthern.edu/
student_center.
International Management
Marketing
you were meant to be.
”
No transfer or experiential learning Occupational Safety and Health
Project Management George Sheehan
credit is accepted into certificate
Public Administration
programs. All courses must be
Sport Management
completed as required by the
certificate. Note: Certificate programs are not
eligible for Federal Student Aid.
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NSA Partner Programs
At CSU, we are committed to providing our students with resources that will enhance
their educational experience. Please visit www.columbiasouthern.edu/alliances to view
a complete list of CSU educational affiliations.
3. PREVIOUS EDUCATION
Please attach a copy of your high school diploma and college transcripts
(copies will suffice for evaluative purposes). Note: If faxing transcripts, please fax both sides.
I am active military and would like to receive information on using Tuition Assistance or DANTES benefits.
I am a Veteran and would like to receive information on using VA benefits.
I have previously used my VA benefits.
I am planning to use Federal Financial Aid.
I‘ve already submitted my FAFSA with the CSU school code of 041215.
4. ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS REQUESTED
If you do not have copies of academic transcripts from the university(s) you have attended, you will need to request that these
official transcripts be forwarded to CSU. In the box below, please indicate which schools will be sending us official transcripts.
Once we receive these transcripts we will complete your evaluation.
Documentation
Date Attached
Name of Certificate, License, or Training Program Completed (Yes/No)
Please list additional Professional Licenses, Certifications, and Training Programs on a separate paper.
5. I certify that to the best of my knowledge the information provided in this application is accurate and complete. I under-
stand that if this information or any other information upon which my admission is based is found to be inaccurate or incom-
plete, the school may rescind my degree. If I am approved for admission and decide to enroll at Columbia Southern University,
I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the University as contained in the University Catalogue. I acknowledge that all
official transcripts that I submit to the school will become the property of the University and will not be forwarded to another
institution or returned to me.
_________________________________________________ ______________________________
Applicant Signature Date
6. APPLICATION SUBMISSION
Please forward your completed application along with all necessary documents and your application fee to:
CSU, Admissions Department • P.O. Box 3110 • 21982 University Lane • Orange Beach, AL 36561