Weekend College Course of Study

The Weekend College curriculum consists of ten interdisciplinary, six-credit hour courses. The courses have been designed to meet the current and emerging demands of the business and professional communities. Students take one course at a time.

Knowledge Management
Examines ways of becoming a lifelong learner and a better thinker and problem solver. Is accompanied by a component on academic research.

The History of Ideas
Covers the scope of human progress, how change occurs, how reform and renewal take place, and the critical role of innovation.

History of Human Expression
Gives an opportunity to explore and discuss various forms of communication that illustrate the power of the written and spoken word and the visual arts.

Understanding the Global Village
Looks at the diversity of world cultures and the international issues confronting decision makers.

Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship
Deals with the critical issues of power, influence, governance, and what it means to be a responsible citizen in a changing global economy.

The Role of Science and Technology
Examines how the sciences and the information revolution are driving change in business and society.

Business Literacy
Provides a grounding in the principles of economics, finance, marketing and accounting -- how the world of business works.

Leadership and Ethical Decision Making
Covers the broad issue of moral judgment and how to make sound, defensible decisions in an age of complexity.

The Examined Life
Explores the psychology of the human condition -- what makes people different and unique.

Capstone Course
A culminating experience in which students take part in experiential learning opportunities, examining and reflecting on issues in their interdisciplinary study of the liberal arts.