Catalog Update Document

The Catalog Update Document contains critical updates made to the Academic Catalog during the course of the academic year after the initial publication 4/1/2022. The running list below indicates that a substantive change has been made for this section in the 2022-2023 catalog for the following programs:

2022-2023 Academic Calendar
Traditional Undergraduate Program
Online Degree Completion Undergraduate Program
Graduate Studies
School of Divinity

Please click on the Program links to jump to that section or scroll below to see the updated change description.

2022-2023 Academic Calendar

30-Dec		MPA Term 1 Last Day for Add Classes
2-Jan		MPA Term 1 Classes Begin
9-Jan		MPA Term 1 Last Day for Drop Classes
10-Jan		MPA Term 1 Withdraw with a Grade of "W"
30-Jan		MPA Term 1 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "W"
31-Jan		MPA Term 1 Withdraw with a Grade of "WP/WF"
6-Feb		MPA Term 1 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "WP/WF"
24-Feb		MPA Term 2 Last Day for Add Classes
26-Feb		MPA Term 1 Last Day of Classes
27-Feb		MPA Term 2 Classes Begin
6-Mar		MPA Term 2 Last Day for Drop Classes
7-Mar		MPA Term 2 Withdraw with a Grade of "W"
27-Mar		MPA Term 2 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "W"
28-Mar		MPA Term 2 Withdraw with a Grade of "WP/WF"
3-Apr		MPA Term 2 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "WP/WF"
21-Apr		MPA Term 3 Last Day for Add Classes
24-Apr		MPA Term 3 Classes Begin
	1-May	MPA Term 3 Last Day for Drop Classes
	2-May	MPA Term 3 Withdraw with a Grade of "W"
	22-May	MPA Term 3 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "W"
	23-May	MPA Term 3 Withdraw with a Grade of "WP/WF"
	29-May	MPA Term 3 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "WP/WF"
	16-Jun	MPA Term 4 Classes Begin
	18-Jun	MPA Term 3 Last Day of Classes
	19-Jun	MPA Term 4 Classes Begin
	26-Jun	MPA Term 4 Last Day for Drop Classes
	27-Jun	MPA Term 4 Withdraw with a Grade of "W"
	17-Jul	MPA Term 4 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "W"
	18-Jul	MPA Term 4 Withdraw with a Grade of "WP/WF"
	24-Jul	MPA Term 4 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "WP/WF"
	13-Aug	MPA Term 4 Last Day of Classes
	14-Aug	MPA Term 5 Classes Begin

Traditional Undergraduate Program

Attendance Policy, Traditional Undergraduate Programs

Regular class attendance is highly correlated to academic success. Students are responsible for all coursework conducted in class meetings and are required by University policy to attend a minimum of 75% of the scheduled class meetings. Failure to meet this attendance requirement in any course will result in an attendance failure reflected as @F on the academic transcript. A grade of @F negatively impacts the student’s grade point average. All absences, regardless of reason, apply toward the 25% threshold.

External licensing agencies with attendance requirements differing from University policy must be approved by the University Provost.

Instructors will maintain attendance records through the University’s approved attendance application. Students are responsible for knowing the number of absences accumulated. The instructor will clearly state the university attendance policy in the syllabus.

Excused absences include military deployment or active duty in the US Armed Forces (see Military Deployment Policy in the Academic Catalog), University sanctioned activities such as participation in academic, athletic, or other school recognized events, and personal and family emergencies.

The instructor will afford the student opportunity to fulfill required academic obligations without academic penalty for excused absences as long as the student has provided documentation for the absence and reasonable advance notice when possible. Absences that fall outside of the categories listed above will be considered unexcused, meaning that students may not be allowed to make up any missed assignments or examinations.

Face to Face Classes In face-to-face classes, attendance is counted from the first scheduled meeting. Absence from class does not excuse the student from responsibility for class work. Planned class absences for foreseeable personal circumstances or official University business must be negotiated with the instructor prior to the absence.

In online classes, attendance is counted from the student’s completion of the Enrollment Verification Activity or first required course activity or assessment, whichever comes first. Attendance satisfying the 75% requirement is measured by the documented weekly participation in the class on the part as defined by the instructor in the course syllabus. Logging into a course in Blackboard does not constitute participation or attendance in the class.

Hybrid courses will be a combination of face-to- face and online attendance. Attendance is counted from the first scheduled meeting, or from the student’s completion of the enrollment verification activity or first required course activity or assessment, whichever comes first. Hybrid courses will utilize both an attendance record keeping from scheduled face-to-face meetings and documentation from weekly participation.

Final Examinations/Assessments Comprehensive final examinations or assessments are required in every course during the scheduled examination time (see the Registrar Services website). If a comprehensive exam is given, a student who does not take the examination at the scheduled time will receive a failing grade in that course unless excused by the instructor

World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, with Concentrations in American Sign Language (ASL), French, German Studies, Spanish, L2Ed: English as a Second Language with Teacher Licensure (K-12), and L2Ed: French and Spanish with Teacher Licensure (K-12); Bachelor of Arts

REQUIRED MAJOR HOURS PER CONCENTRATION:

FRENCH, GERMAN STUDIES, SPANISH, L2 Ed. FRENCH/SPANISH: 42 HOURS
ASL: 48 HOURS (6 hrs. required internships)
ESL: 43 HOURS
REQUIRED MINOR HOURS ASL, FRENCH, GERMAN STUDIES, SPANISH: NONE
REQUIRED MINOR HOURS L2 Ed. ESL, L2 FRENCH/SPANISH: 32 HOURS
COURSES ATTAINABLE IN GEN ED: SGLG 101, FREN 101, GERM 101, SPAN 101

Student Learning Outcomes (all Concentrations)

1. Students will demonstrate the required level of competency in their chosen language of study.
2. Distinguish language as a human phenomenon: how it is used in social contexts, how the mind processes language, how language (first and second) is acquired, how it is compared to non-human forms of communication.
3. Describe culture as a context for communication by defining culture and identities within that culture, by understanding face-to-face and mediated communication, and by understanding culture’s influence on perspective.
4. List cultural values: the dimensions of culture, dominant U.S. cultural patterns, comparative cultural patterns, culture and gender, contact between cultures.
5. Discover the basic theoretical and cultural concepts underlying historical and contemporary approaches to literature and of the major differences between them.
6. Generate and articulate personal responses to literary and critical texts, and to explain the premises and assumptions underlying such personal responses.

L2 Ed. ESL

Students will demonstrate:

1. Advanced proficiency in English
2. Intermediate proficiency in the world language (OPI scale).
3. An understanding of all aspects of the English language well enough to be able to explain and model the component skills for students.
4. The ability to plan, implement, and evaluate instruction in educationally sound ways.
5. The ability to select and use the appropriate methodologies and materials for students of different ages, interests, and backgrounds.

Concentration (21 hours)

American Sign Language Concentration

Choose 21 hours from the following.
Note that many advanced courses require prerequisites, typically SGLG 201 and SGLG 202.
SGLG 201 Intermediate ASL I (3)
SGLG 202 Intermediate ASL II (3)
SGLG 211 Intensive ASL I (6)
SGLG 212 Intensive ASL II (6)
SGLG 301 Advanced ASL I (3)
SGLG 302 Advanced ASL II (3)
SGLG 305 Deaf Culture (3)
SGLG 407 Linguistics of ASL (3)

French/ L2 Ed. French Concentrations

Choose 21 hours from the following.

Note that many advanced courses require prerequisites, typically FREN 201 and FREN 202 and some FREN 301 and/or FREN 302. FREN 201 Real World French: Let's Go! (3)
FREN 202 Real World French: Transitions (3)
FREN 301 Intensive French: Texts and Contexts (3) FREN 302 Advanced French Expression (3) FREN 305 Products, Practices, and Perspectives of France (3) FREN 306 Products, Practices, and Perspectives of the Francophone World (3) FREN 309 Contemporary France (3) FREN 310 French for Careers (3) FREN 311 French Study Abroad (6) FREN 312 French Study Abroad (6) FREN 315 Lights, Camera, Action! Studies in French Film (3) FREN 320 International Experience (1-3) FREN 321 International Experience (1-3) FREN 403 Advanced French Oral Expression (3) FREN 409 Seminar in French: Special Topics (3) FREN 410 Voices That Formed Our World: Texts of France (3) FREN 420 Rediscovering New Worlds (3) FREN 430 Advanced Studies in Francophone Peoples and Cultures I (3) FREN 440 Advanced Studies in Francophone Peoples and Cultures II (3) FREN 495 Independent Study I (3) FREN 496 Independent Study II (3)

German Studies Concentration

Choose 21 hours from the following.
Note that many advanced courses require prerequisites, typically GERM 201 and GERM 202 and some GERM 301 and/or GERM 302.
GERM 201 Real World German: Let's Go! (3)
GERM 202 Real World German: Transitions (3)
GERM 301 Intensive German: Texts and Contexts (3)
GERM 302 Advanced German Expression (3)
GERM 315 Lights, Camera, Action! Studies in German Film (3)
GERM 320 International Experience (1-3)
GERM 321 International Experience (1-3)
GERM 409 Seminar in German: Special Topics (1-6)
GERM 495 Independent Study I (3)
GERM 496 Independent Study II (3)
With the approval of the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, two courses related to German culture, history, politics, etc., may be taken in the other departments.

Spanish/ L2 Ed. Spanish Concentrations

Choose 21 hours from the following.
Note that many advanced courses require prerequisites, typically SPAN 201 and SPAN 202 and some SPAN 301 and/or SPAN 302.
SPAN 201 Real World Spanish: Let's Go! (3)
SPAN 202 Real World Spanish: Transitions (3)
SPAN 301 Intensive Spanish: Texts and Contexts (3)
SPAN 302 Advanced Spanish Expression (3)
SPAN 305 Products, Practices, and Perspectives of the Spanish-Speaking World (3)
SPAN 310 Spanish for Careers (3)
SPAN 311 Spanish Study Abroad (6)
SPAN 312 Spanish Study Abroad (6)
SPAN 315 Lights, Camera, Action! Studies in Hispanic Film (3)
SPAN 320 International Experience (1-3)
SPAN 321 International Experience (1-3)
SPAN 403 Advanced Spanish Oral Expression (3)
SPAN 409 Seminar in Spanish: Special Topics (3)
SPAN 410 Voices that Formed Our World: Texts of Spain (3)
SPAN 420 Rediscovering New Worlds (3)
SPAN 430 Advanced Studies in Hispanic Peoples and Cultures I (3 each semester)
SPAN 440 Advanced Studies in Hispanic Peoples and Cultures II (3 each semester)
SPAN 495 Independent Study I (3 each semester)
SPAN 496 Independent Study II (3 each semester)

L2 Ed. ESL Concentration

ENGL 363 Rhetorical Grammar
ENGL 364 Language an Literacy Through the 21st Century
SOCI 400 Minority Groups
EDUC 302 Literacy Foundations
EDUC 306 Literacy and Language Arts for K-9
EDUC 316 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Areas
1 language class beyond Gen Ed requirement

Comparative Courses, All Concentrations except ASL (9 hours)

Choose three of the following.
WLLC 301 Girls Gone Mad: The Portrayal of Female "Madness" in World Cinema (3)
WLLC 302 He Said, She Said: Gender and Communications (3)
WLLC 303 Women's Voices (3)
WLLC 304 Tasting the World One Plateful at a Time: A Study of Food, Language, and Culture (3)
WLLC 305 Dance 'Round the World: A Study of Dance and Cultural Diversity
WLLC 306 Voices of Exile (3)
WLLC 307/SPMG 307 The Universal Language of Sport/Sport as a Unifying Force in Europe (3)
WLLC 308 Culture and Remakes: Let's Go to the Movies! (3)
WLLC 409 Seminar in World Literatures, Languages, and Cultures: Special Topics
WLLC 495 Independent Study I
WLLC 496 Independent Study II

Comparative Courses American Sign Language (9 hours)

SGLG 401 The Sociolinguistics of Sign Language (3)
SGLG 402 ASL Literature and Folklore (3)
SGLG 408 Introduction to Teaching ASL (3)
SGLG 409 Special Topic (3)
SGLG 494 Independent Study (1-3)
SLIN 303 (if the student is not an Interpreting minor) (3)
SGLG 300 Introduction to the Deaf Community (3)
Required Internships ASL
SGLG 495 and 496 (6 hours)

Capstone, All Concentrations (3 hours)

WLLC 480 Senior Seminar (Capstone Course) (3)

Total Major Credit Hours: French, German, Spanish, L2 Ed. French/Spanish 42; L2 Ed. ESL 43; ASL 48.

Additional Requirements for Transfer Majors

None.

ASL Concentration: Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) Requirements for All Students

Each student must pass the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) at the Intermediate level during the fourth semester of ASL study in order to apply to major in ASL. The SLPI must be passed at the Advanced level in order to graduate. The student should contact the Director of the ASL Program for additional information concerning this process. A fee is charged for each SLPI administration. There is no limit regarding the number of exams that can be taken, but a six-month waiting period is required between each exam.

Professional Education Minor

Students will not be permitted to complete more than 50% of the Professional Education minor (excluding student teaching) until they are formally admitted into the Teacher Education program. Students are encouraged to enter the Teacher Education program the semester after successful completion of EDUC 250. Students seeking K-12 French/Spanish/ESL licensure are encouraged to pass the Praxis II licensing exam during the last year of study before graduation. See College of Education information for more details.

EDUC 250 Teaching in the 21st Century Schools (4)
EDUC 350 Diverse Populations in 21st Century Schools (4)
EDUC 450 Student Teaching (12)
PSYC 303 Educational Psychology (3)
ESOL/FREN/SPAN 332 Methods/Practicum K-6 (2)
ESOL/FREN/SPAN 335 Methods/Practicum 6-9 (2)
ESOL/FREN/SPAN 338 Methods/Practicum 9-12 (2)
ESOL 333 ESL Methods/Practicium K-6 (2) or FREN/SPAN 339 Methods/Practicum 9-12 (2)

American Sign Language Minor

Required Minor Hours (15 hours)
SGLG 305 Deaf Culture (3)
200-level or above ASL electives (12)
Total Credit Hours: 15

Classical Languages Minor

Required Minor Hours (15 hours)
Classical Languages electives (15)
Total Credit Hours: 15

French Minor

Required Courses (12 hours)
200-level or above French electives (15)
Subtotal: 15

Intercultural Communication Minor

Required Courses (12 hours)
200-level World Language elective (3)
WLLC 101 The Science of Language: An Introduction to Linguistics (3)
WLLC 102 One World, Many Voices: An Introduction to Intercultural Communicative Competency (3)
WLLC 103 The Art of 'Reading': Introduction to Literary and Film Studies (3)
Electives (6 hours)

Choose two of the following.
WLLC 301 Girls Gone Mad: The Portrayal of Female "Madness" in World Cinema (3)
WLLC 302 He Said, She Said: Gender and Communication (3)
WLLC 303 Women's Voices (3)
WLLC 304 Tasting the World One Plateful at a Time: A Study of Food, Language, and Culture (3)
WLLC 305 Dance 'Round the World: A Study of Dance and Cultural Diversity (3)
WLLC 306 Voices of Exile (3)
WLLC 307/ SPMG 307 The Universal Language of Sport/Sport as a Unifying Force in Europe (3)
WLLC 308 Culture and Remakes: Let's Go to the Movies! (3)
Total Credit Hours: 18

Interpreting Minor

This minor is available only to ASL majors.
Required Minor Hours (18 hours)
SLIN 220 English Processing for Interpreters (3)
SLIN 303 Fundamentals and Theories of Interpreting (3)
SLIN 320 Interpreting: Voice to Sign (3)
SLIN 321 Interpreting: Sign to Voice (3)
SLIN 403 Interpreting for Special Populations (1-3)
OR
SLIN 405 Principles of Educational Interpreting (3)
SLIN 404 Signs in Application (3)
Total Credit Hours: 18

Cultural Studies with Concentrations in French, German, and Spanish Minor

The minor requires 18 credits in the selected concentration (French, German, or Spanish): 101, 102, 201, 202, 301, and 300.
Required Minor Hours (18 hours)
SPAN 101 Real World Spanish: Get Ready! (3)
SPAN 102 Real World Spanish: Get Set! (3)
SPAN 201 Real World Spanish: Let's Go! (3)
SPAN 202 Real World Spanish: Transitions (3)
SPAN 301 Intensive Spanish: Texts and Contexts (3)
SPAN 300 Aspects of Hispanic Culture and Language (3)
OR
GERM 101 Real World German: Get Ready! (3)
GERM 102 Real World German: Get Set! (3)
GERM 201 Real World German: Let's Go! (3)
GERM 202 Real World German: Transitions (3)
GERM 301 Intensive German: Texts and Contexts (3)
GERM 300 Aspects of German Culture and Language (3)
OR
FREN 101 Real World French: Get Ready! (3)
FREN 102 Real World French: Get Set! (3)
FREN 201 Real World French: Let's Go! (3)
FREN 202 Real World French: Transitions (3)
FREN 301 Intensive French: Texts and Contexts (3)
FREN 300 Aspects of French Culture and Language (3)
Total Credit Hours: 18

Spanish Minor

Required Minor Hours (15 hours)
200-level or above Spanish electives (15)
Total Credit Hours: 15

Spanish for Health Care Professionals Undergraduate Certificate Program

Designed to prepare our graduates to address the healthcare needs of Spanish-speaking populations, the curriculum for the certificate builds the language and cultural competency needed for professional work in those settings. The training offered by this certificate should serve a broad range of students from a variety of fields -including Spanish, Nursing, Exercise Science, Public Service, Psychology, pre-med, among others -who expect to work in a Spanish-Speaking healthcare environment.

Certificate Requirements (15 hours)

SPAN 101 Real World Spanish: Get Ready! (3) SPAN 102 Real World Spanish: Get Set! (3) SPAN 201 Real World Spanish: Let's Go! (3) SPAN 202N Medical Spanish I (3) SPAN 301N Medical Spanish II (3) Subtotal: 15 hours

Department of Music, Accreditation

Gardner-Webb University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190-5248).

Bachelor of Music with Emphasis in Business and Music Industry, Course Requirement Replacement

MIBS 300 Music Industry Business: Business and Entertainment Law replaced with BADM 300 Legal Environment of Business

Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Discontinuation of Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education

Students will no longer be admitted to the program beginning with the Fall 2022 Semester. A Teach-Out Plan will be offered to currently enrolled students.

Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Developmental Math

Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Course Prefix

MATH 204/MATH 205 changed to MAED 204/MAED 205
MAT 204/MAT 205 changed to MED 204/MED 205

Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, MATH 151 Calculus I Prerequisite

MATH 151 Prerequisites should be MATH 150 or a grade of B or higher in a high school Precalculus course. Credit for Precalculus from another institution will satisfy the prerequisite for MATH 151.”

Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Traditional Undergraduate Program, Cybersecurity Concentration

Required Major Hours: 46
Required Minor Hours: None
Prescribed Courses Attainable in Gen Ed: MATH 105

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the degree program, students will be able to:

Analyze and resolve security issues in networks and computer systems to secure an IT infrastructure.
Use cyber security, information assurance, and cyber/computer forensics software/tools.
Develop policies and procedures to manage enterprise security risks.
Evaluate and communicate the human role in security systems with an emphasis on ethics, social engineering vulnerabilities and training.
Investigate and interpret security incidents.

Program Requirements

The General Education requirements must be satisfied; the Math section of Foundational Experience must be satisfied with MATH 105 with a minimum grade of “C.” Chemistry or physics is recommended to satisfy the Science section of Foundational Experience.

Required Major Courses (46 hours)

Courses Shared with General Computer Science Major (22 hours)

CSCI 201 Programming Language 1 (3)
CSCI 202 Programming Language 2 (3)

CSCI 281 Java Programming (3)
or
CSCI 285 C Programming (3)

CSCI 361 Operating Systems and Computer Architecture (3)
CSCI 375 Introduction to Computer and Network Security (3)
CISS 433 Database Management (3)
CSCI 460 Data Communications and Networking (3)
CSCI 481 Capstone Project in Computer Science (1) In this class, the student will build medium-sized fully functional software. Under the supervision of the instructor, the student will choose the problem and then go through all the phases of software development: requirement analysis, design, implementation, and testing. The student will need to develop both design documents like use cases and various UML diagrams and working, fully tested computer code with graphical use interface. Prerequisite: CSCI 456 for Computer Science, Cybersecurity concentration majors and CSCI 471 for other Computer Science majors. Designation: WI3, PRE. Offered: Spring

Courses Specific to Cybersecurity Concentration (24 hours)

CSCI 111 Introduction to Computer Hardware (3) - A study of computer hardware covering the domain of the first A+ Certification Exam. Focus is on identification, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of replaceable computer components. Topics include microprocessors, memory, BIOS and CMOS, expansion bus, motherboards, and other components of desktops, laptops and mobile devices. Prerequisites: None

CSCI 222 Network Defense (3) - This course introduces the concepts used in defending a network, and the basic tools and techniques that can be taken to protect a network and communication assets from cyber threats. Topics include firewalls, proxy systems, backup systems, redundant systems, disaster recovery, Web and distributed systems security, honeypots and honeynets. Prerequisites: CSCI 111

CSCI 233 Operating Systems Administration and Security (3) - This course introduces the students to the basics of operating system administration. The focus resides, among others, in solving issues such as user management, resource monitoring, and system updates in corporate environments. Students will also study basics of operating system security by configuring firewalls, reviewing security logs and setting file and user permissions. Prerequisites: CSCI 111

CSCI 376 Intermediate Cybersecurity (3) -Intermediate level course dealing mostly with various issues in security. Focus is on the evaluation and selection of optimal security posture. Topics include evaluation of security models, risk assessment, threat analysis, security implementation and security policy formulation and implementation. Prerequisites: CSCI 375

CSCI 453 Introduction to Cloud Security (3) - This course will provide the basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and security. It will focus on monitoring, operating, configuring and deploying cloud solutions.Prerequisites: CSCI 376

CSCI 454 Introduction to Penetration Testing (3) - This class will provide students with methods of discovering ways of exploiting vulnerabilities to gain access to an information system. The topic will include different method of identifying system flaws from documentation, and source code analysis. Vulnerability scanning and passive/active reconnaissance techniques. Attack surface discovery and attack vectors. The class will also cover legal and ethical issues related to penetration testing. Prerequisites: CSCI 375 and CSCI 460

CSCI 456 Incident Response and Contingency Planning (3) - This course will provide the examination of aspects of incident response, digital forensics, and contingency planning. Topics will include incident response planning, disaster recovery planning and business continuity planning. Students will learn to develop and execute plans to deal with cybersecurity incidents. Prerequisites: CSCI 376

CJAD 460 Cybercrime (3)

Museum Studies Program Revision

Program Name Change - Museum and Archival Studies Minor
Course Name Changes:
MUSE 200 - Introduction to Museum and Archival Studies
MUSE 310 - Museum and Archival Collections Management
MUSE 320 - Education and Outreach in Cultural Institutions
MUSE 330 - Exhibit Design and Curation
MUSE 497 - Museum and Archival Internship 1
MUSE 498 - Museum and Archival Internship 2

18 hours
6 hours Required
MUSE 200 - Introduction to Museum and Archival Studies
MUSE 497 - Museum and Archival Internship 1

6 hours MUSE Electives
MUSE 310 - Museum & Archival Collections Management
MUSE 320 - Museum Education & Outreach in Cultural Institutions
MUSE 401 - Practicum (1 hour)
MUSE 498 - Museum & Archival Internship 2

6 hours Electives
Students can take any additional MUSE electives OR
ARTS 225 - Art Survey
COMM 370 - Intro to Computer Graphics
COMM 475 - Color & Typography
ENGL 425 - Visual Rhetoric
HIST 200 - Intro to Historical Study

Semester Honors

Three lists of semester honors students are posted each semester:

1. President’s List – Students enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours must earn a 4.00 Gardner-Webb University semester grade point average.

2. Dean’s List – Students enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours must earn a 3.70 to a 3.99 Gardner-Webb University semester grade point average, with no grade below a “C’.

3. Honor Roll – Students enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours must earn a 3.40 to a 3.69 Gardner-Webb University semester grade point average, with no grade below a “C”.

Online Undergraduate Degree Completion Program

Attendance Policy, Gardner-Webb Online: Undergraduate Degree Completion Program

External licensing agencies with attendance requirements differing from University policy must be approved by the University Provost.

Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Online Undergraduate Degree Completion Program, Cybersecurity

Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences
Department Chair:

Faculty
Professors: R. Bass, M. Mystkowski, O. Poliakova
Associate Professor: J. Willis
Assistant Professors: T. Hoyle, J. Johnson
Instructor: T. Moore

Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Mathematical Sciences is to contribute to superior undergraduate education and to prepare its graduates to make significant contributions for God and humanity by emphasizing the quantitative and analytical reasoning skills of a liberal-arts-based education in a Christian community of faith and learning.

Major Fields of Study: Computer Science, Cybersecurity
Minor Fields of Study: None

Cybersecurity, Bachelors of Science

Required Major Hours: 46

Required Minor Hours: None

Mission Statement
The mission of the Computer Science program is to provide a high-quality liberal arts education in the art and science of computing; to ensure that the students have a solid foundation in the core concepts, equip them with problem solving and decision-making skills, and prepare them for lifelong learning in the discipline; and to prepare the graduates to make significant contributions for God and humanity by teaching them how to create and implement the latest computing technologies for the betterment of society.

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the degree program, students will be able to:

Analyze and resolve security issues in networks and computer systems to secure an IT infrastructure.
Use cyber security, information assurance, and cyber/computer forensics software/tools.
Develop policies and procedures to manage enterprise security risks.
Evaluate and communicate the human role in security systems with an emphasis on ethics, social engineering vulnerabilities and training.
Investigate and interpret security incidents.

Required Major Courses (46 hours)

CSC 111 Introduction to Computer Hardware (3)

CSC 201 Programming Language 1 (3)

CSCI202 Programming Language 2 (3)

CSC 222 Network Defense (3)

CSC 233 Operating Systems Administration and Security (3)

CSC 281 Java Programming (3)
or
CSC 285 C Programming (3)

CSC 361 Operating Systems and Computer Architecture (3)

CSC 375 Introduction to Computer and Network Security (3)

CSC 376 Intermediate Cybersecurity (3)

CSC 453 Introduction to Cloud Security (3)

CSC 454 Introduction to Penetration Testing (3)

CSC 456 Incident Response and Contingency Planning (3)

CSC 460 Data Communications and Networking (3)

CSC 481 Capstone Project in Computer Science (1)

CIS 433 Database Management (3)

CJD 460 Cybercrime (3)

Course Descriptions

CSC 111 Introduction to Computer Hardware (3) - A study of computer hardware covering the domain of the first A+ Certification Exam. Focus is on identification, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of replaceable computer components. Topics include microprocessors, memory, BIOS and CMOS, expansion bus, motherboards, and other components of desktops, laptops and mobile devices. Prerequisites: None

CSC 201 Programming Language 1 (3) - A first language course in computers that introduces students to programming, programming logic, and structured programming methods. Prerequisites: None

CSC 202 Programming Language 2 (3) - An intermediate programming course focusing on object-oriented programming concepts like classes, encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism. The class will also include the topics of graphical user interfaces, file input/output, and exception handling. Prerequisites: CSC 201

CSC 222 Network Defense (3) - This course introduces the concepts used in defending a network, and the basic tools and techniques that can be taken to protect a network and communication assets from cyber threats. Topics include firewalls, proxy systems, backup systems, redundant systems, disaster recovery, Web and distributed systems security, honeypots and honeynets. Prerequisites: CSC 111

CSC 233 Operating Systems Administration And Security (3) - This course introduces the students to the basics of operating system administration. The focus resides, among others, in solving issues such as user management, resource monitoring, and system updates in corporate environments. Students will also study basics of operating system security by configuring firewalls, reviewing security logs and setting file and user permissions. Prerequisites: CSC 111

CSC 281 Java Programming (3) - The basics of object-oriented programming with Java, including expressions, variables, conditionals, loops, classes, and objects. Topics will also include program design, Boolean logic, debugging, input/output, and object-oriented programming. Prerequisites: None

or
CSC 285 C Programming (3) - An introduction to the language, syntax, style, and design of C programs. Emphasizes the use of C for low-level design and graphics, including extensions to C++. Prerequisites: None

CSC 361 Operating Systems and Computer Architecture (3) - Survey operating systems and principles of operating systems. Examine principles of LINUX design and programming. Prerequisites: CSC 201

CSC 375 Introduction to Computer and Network Security (3)- The study of computing security vulnerabilities and techniques and tools for developing secure applications and practicing safe computing. Prerequisites: CSC 201

CSC 376 Intermediate Cybersecurity (3) - Intermediate level course dealing mostly with various issues in security. Focus is on the evaluation and selection of optimal security posture. Topics include evaluation of security models, risk assessment, threat analysis, security implementation and security policy formulation and implementation. Prerequisites: CSC 375

CSC 453 Introduction to Cloud Security (3) - This course will provide the basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and security. It will focus on monitoring, operating, configuring and deploying cloud solutions. Prerequisites: CSC 376

CSC 454 Introduction to Penetration Testing (3) - This class will provide students with methods of discovering ways of exploiting vulnerabilities to gain access to an information system. The topic will include different method of identifying system flaws from documentation, and source code analysis. Vulnerability scanning and passive/active reconnaissance techniques. Attack surface discovery and attack vectors. The class will also cover legal and ethical issues related to penetration testing. Prerequisites: CSC 375 and CSC 460

CSC 456 Incident Response and Contingency Planning (3) - This course will provide the examination of aspects of incident response, digital forensics, and contingency planning. Topics will include incident response planning, disaster recovery planning and business continuity planning. Students will learn to develop and execute plans to deal with cybersecurity incidents. Prerequisites: CSC 376

CSC 460 Data Communications and Networking (3) - Introduction to concepts of computer network operating systems, telephony, routing, packets, and distributed processing. Prerequisites: CSC 201

CSC 481 Capstone Project in Computer Science (1) - In this class, the subject will build medium-sized fully functional software. Under the supervision of the instructor, the student will choose the problem and then go through all the phases of software development: requirement analysis, design, implementation, and testing. The student will need to develop both design documents like use cases and various UML diagrams and working, fully tested computer code with graphical use interface. Prerequisite: CSC 456

CIS 433 Database Management (3)

CJC 460 Cybercrime (3)

Healthcare Administration Minor

15 hours, not 18 hours.

Graduate Studies

Master of Arts in English, No Capstone Option

Students who do not plan to pursue graduate work beyond the Master's degree may elect a No-Capstone option, choosing to take 2 elective courses in place of the proposal and capstone courses. Interested students must declare that they are choosing this option prior to completing 12 hours of coursework by submitting No-Capstone form to their advisor.

ENGL 683, Teaching of Writing

All concentrations will be required to complete a capstone project unless students declare a No-Capstone option prior to completing 12hrs of coursework (see No-Capstone Option policy above).

College of Business, New Courses

BADM 601: This course provides a look at the foundational concepts found in accounting and finance including the areas of financial accounting, accounting transactions, the accounting cycle, financial statement preparation, partnerships, corporations, debt and equity financing, cash flow, working capital and financial statement analysis, profit planning, asset valuation, time value of money, and capital budgeting. The explorations of these concepts will take a management/application perspective in which students will view the financial statements as a whole, focusing on how the statements work together to provide the financial “story” of the organization, this perspective will include a look at strategic planning, price theory, and the use of financial statement analyses in making good, sound financial decisions.
BADM 602: This course explores both Applied Economics theory and Applied Business Statistics. The course will dive into Applied Economics theory with emphases given to national income theory; money, banking, and the Federal Reserve system at the macroeconomic level, and with emphasis on topics such as Applied price theory, market structure, and income distribution at the microeconomic level. This course provides an understanding of some of the tools of business statistics that enables a manager to apply and analyze information, including data analysis, probability distributions, statistical inference, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis. This course emphasizes the application of theorems from Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Applied Business Statistics.

Graduate Studies, Time Limits

Unless a more restrictive limit is specified by a program, students have a limit to complete their degree of six (6) calendar years in master’s programs and seven (7) calendar years in doctoral programs, from the beginning of the term in which they complete their first graduate course at Gardner-Webb University toward the degree they are currently seeking. Students who experience extenuating circumstances may apply for an extension by completing the Graduate Studies Time Limit Extension Form located in the Graduate Forms folder in WebbConnect and submitting it to their program director/coordinator/director/chair. Doctoral students should also ask their chair to complete the applicable form areas before submission to their program director/coordinator. Once the form has been completed by the student, the doctoral chair (if applicable), and the program coordinator/director/chair, it will be sent to the Chair/Director/Dean as appropriate. The Chair/Director/Dean will send to the Dean of the Gayle Bolt Price School of Graduate Studies. The Dean of Graduate Studies then notifies the student by letter of the extension decision, along with terms of the and related stipulations. A copy of the letter is sent to Registrar Services and to the program coordinator/director/chair. If the student is not satisfied with the program faculty’s decision, that student has the right to appeal, as outlined in the academic appeals process. Courses that were completed more than six calendar years prior may not be used to fulfill the requirements of a degree without the permission of the program faculty.

Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning, Student Learning Outcomes

PROFESSIONAL INTERACTION AND COMMUNICATION
To master effective professional communication in oral, written, and technology dependent formats; collaborating with professionals and peers; expressing ideas clearly; and giving and receiving feedback.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE
To utilize advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to evaluate tasks and individual and environmental constraints; develop, implement, and evaluate strength and conditioning programs; and employ behavioral strategies to motivate individuals to adopt and adhere to programming goals.
PROFESSIONAL ETHICS AND CONDUCT
To demonstrate mastery of behavior, grounded in Christian faith and the liberal arts tradition, that preserves the integrity of a profession, prevents misrepresentation, and protects the consumer.
PROFESSIONAL DECISION MAKING (PROBLEM SOLVING)
To demonstrate mastery of critical thinking by making decisions based on multiple perspectives and evidence-based practice.

Hunt School of Nursing, MSN Course name and description updates

Course: NURS 506 Professional Role Development
Description: Introduction to advanced nursing practice and associated role development. Roles and topics associated with professional practice and career development are discussed. Credit hours: (3). Offered: Fall
NURS 610 PROJECT. Synthesis of prior learning in the formation of scholarly project development as a response to a problem related to nursing practice in a variety of settings.
Credit Hours 3 
Prerequisites All 500-level NURS courses; NURS 600, NURS 601, NURS 602 or NURS 606, NURS 607, BADM 641
Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer 
NURS 612 PROJECT. Continuation of NURS 610. Synthesis of prior learning in the formation of scholarly project development as a response to a problem related to nursing practice in a variety of settings.
Credit Hours 3 
Prerequisites NURS 610
Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer 
NURS 619 PROJECT CONTINUATION. Project continuation course is available to students who have completed the required credit hours for the MSN degree but have not yet successfully completed the project requirement for the degree as described in the course descriptions for NURS 610 and NURS 612. Students who do not complete their project requirement by the end of NURS 612 will be required to register for this three-hour Project Continuation course until the requirement is met. Synthesis of prior learning in the formation of scholarly project development as a response to a problem related to nursing practice in a variety of settings.
Credit Hours 3 
Prerequisites NURS 612
Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer

Prerequisites for NURS 627
All NURS 500-level courses; NURS 600, NURS 601, NURS 602 OR NURS 606, NURS 607, BADM 641

Prerequisites for NURS 628
All NURS 500-level courses; NURS 600, NURS 601, NURS 602 OR NURS 606, NURS 607, BADM 641: NURS 627

Gayle Bolt Price School of Graduate Studies, Godbold College of Business, updated Post-Master's (formerly MBA Plus) Certificate offerings and Emphasis Options

Post Master's (formerly MBA Plus) Certificates in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Healthcare Management, Human Resources Management, International Business, Management Information Systems, Marketing
Certificates: Master's-Plus (formerly MBA Plus) Certificate
Master's Plus (formerly MBA Plus) Certificate
Master's-Plus Emphasis Options: Accounting*, Economics, Finance, Healthcare Management, Human Resources, International Business, Management Information Systems, Marketing

Department of Psychological Science and Counselor Education, PSYC 397 Lab required for secondary majors.

PSYC 397L (Lab) is required for the PSYC 397 (Research Methods) course for secondary majors.

Graduate Studies, Physician Assistant Studies, Admission Prerequisites

Prerequisite Courses

Human anatomy and physiology with labs (two semesters or equivalent)
Microbiology with lab (one semester or equivalent)
Additional biology (one semester or equivalent)
Organic chemistry with lab or Biochemistry (one semester or equivalent)
Additional chemistry with lab (one semester or equivalent)
Statistics (one course)
Psychology (one course) and
Medical terminology

The cumulative prerequisite GPA requirement is 3.0. Courses with a grade below a "B-" will not be accepted.

Dual-degree MSN-MBA hours (60)

Dual-degree students must apply to and meet the admission requirements of the respective program, and be accepted to each in order to pursue both degrees. Also, when academic policies and standards differ between the two schools, the policies and standards of the appropriate school apply to the respective portion of the dual degree. Candidates for the dual degree must complete the requirements for both degrees prior to graduation. At Gardner-Webb University, assessment is done within the programs that make up a dual-degree using each set of program outcomes.

Should a student choose not to pursue one of the degrees to completion, the student will be responsible for paying any difference in the per-course rate(s) actually charged based on pursuing the dual degree and the rate(s) which would have been charged for courses applied toward the selected degree. The student will also be responsible for repaying any scholarships or grants received based on pursuing a dual degree for which the student would not have been eligible based on the selected degree. Additional financial obligations must be satisfied before the student can be awarded the selected degree. In no case will the University refund money when a student opts out of a dual degree program.

Program Requirements
A. Nursing component, in addition to the required common core
NURS 607 Administration of Nursing and Healthcare Organizations 3
NURS 610 Project 3
NURS 612 Project 3
NURS 627Advanced Nursing Specialty Practicum I 3
NURS 628 Advanced Nursing Specialty Practicum II 3

B. MBA Core Component
BADM 601 Applied Business I (waived if student has undergraduate business degree) 3
BADM 602 Applied Business II (waived if student has undergraduate business degree) 3
ACCT 600 Managerial Accounting 3
BADM 610 Managerial Economics 3
BADM 620 Managerial Finance 3
BADM 625 Marketing Management 3
BADM 633 Entrepreneurial Management 3
BADM 635 Production Research and Operations Management 3
BADM 641 Health Care Law and Ethics 3
INTL 650 International Business 3

If a student has already completed an MBA degree and wants an MSN/MBA degree, the student must complete the 15 hours of the MSN core, six hours of the Nursing Administration Concentration, and 12 hours of the Capstone Experience.

If a student has an MSN degree in Nursing Administration and wants an MSN/MBA degree, the student must complete 30 -36 hours of the MBA core component.

Post-Master's Entry DNP Admission Requirements

1. Current, unrestricted licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the United States (verified online by Graduate Admissions);
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.20 on all previous graduate coursework as evidenced by official graduate transcripts;
3. MSN degree from a regionally accredited institution with a nationally accredited nursing program as evidenced by official graduate transcripts;*
4. Certifications in practice area (if applicable);
5. Three letters of recommendation (professional and academic) submitted on provided form. At least one of the references should be from a supervisor or administrator. The graduate school does not accept references from pastors, friends or family members.;
6. Current curriculum vitae/résumé;
7. Written essay addressing goals related to doctoral education in nursing, including description of a practice project interest;
8. Current, official, satisfactory Criminal Background Check results from the current state of residence and any other state lived in during the past ten years.
9. Validation of the number of hours of nursing practice completed at the post-baccalaureate level as part of a supervised academic program submitted on the provided form.**

Post- Baccalaureate Entry DNP- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Post-Baccalaureate Entry DNP-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Admission Requirements

Graduates from the Hunt School of Nursing Accelerated BSN or Traditional BSN will be considered for seamless admission into the DNP-FNP or DNP-PMHNP program within 1 year of graduation. Applications will only be required to show proof of meeting criteria 1, 2, 3 and 9 listed below.
1. Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a regionally accredited institution with a nationally accredited nursing program.
2. Current, unrestricted licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the United States;
3. GPA of 3.0 or higher on 4.0 scale on all undergraduate work or last 60 hours of undergraduate or graduate work (applicants who show potential for graduate study but do not meet the 3.0 GPA criteria for full admission may be granted provisional acceptance for GPA of 2.6 or higher on 4.0 scale on all undergraduate work or last 60 hours of undergraduate or graduate work; to meet the stipulations of provisional acceptance, students must earn a “B” or above on the first twelve hours of graduate work completed at Gardner-Webb. If the terms of the provisional acceptance are not successfully met, the student will be dismissed from the program.);
4. Official transcripts from all institutions attended;
5. Three letters of recommendation (professional and academic) submitted on provided form. At least one of the references should be from a supervisor or administrator. The graduate school does not accept references from pastors, friends or family members.;
6. Two years of active RN practice with a minimum of 1,100 hours per year. Active RN experience must have taken place within the past three years with a Statement of Description of Work Experience;
7. Current, official, satisfactory Criminal Background Check results from the current state of residence and any another state lived in during the past ten years;
8. Updated resume or curriculum vitae;
9. Satisfactory completion of a graduate or undergraduate general statistics course, which included probability theory, inferential statistics, and descriptive statistics.

DEOL Admissions Requirements Updated

Program-specific admission requirements for full acceptance into the Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership are the following:
1. A master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution;
2. A 3.0 or better grade point average in all master’s-level work;
3. Three letters of reference including one from the candidate’s immediate supervisor;
4. Excellent interpersonal skills as reflected in the letters of reference;
5. Official transcripts for all master’s-level work from a regionally accredited institution;
6. A minimum of three years of experience in their profession;
7. Either a MAT or GRE score that is current within the previous five years; and
8. Personal essay explaining the applicant’s purpose in wanting to earn a doctoral degree in Organizational Leadership.

College of Education, Curriculum and Instruction Doctor of Education

At the dissertation stage, doctoral candidates must maintain continuous enrollment through the semester of their successful defense or until the candidate withdraws from the program. An exception will be made for EDCI students who choose to complete their MSA degree coursework while in the dissertation stage. These students will be enrolled as masters degree seeking students while registered for MELS 601 and 603. While enrolled in MSA coursework, students will not receive dissertation support from a chair and should not work on their dissertation. After completing these courses, the MSA degree will be conferred and they will be reenrolled as doctoral students, be registered for dissertation hours, and receive support from their chair in the semester immediately following the completion of the MSA.

In rare and extenuating circumstances, a candidate may request a leave of absence, which must be approved by the candidate’s dissertation chair, program coordinator, the Dean of the College of Education, and the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. Candidates who are approved for a leave of absence may return to the program with the approval of the program coordinator, the Dean of the College of Education, and the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies.

Godbold College of Business, IMBA 30-36 hours

The International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) program consists of 30 credit hours (10 three-credit-hour courses) for students holding an undergraduate business degree or a related major. For students with undergraduate degrees not in business, a 36 credit hour (12 three-credit-hour courses) program is offered. Students may begin in any semester. A minimum of six hours is required for full-time status in the IMBA program.

Prerequisites
An undergraduate business degree is not required for admission to the International Master of Business Administration program. Students without an undergraduate business degree will be admitted to the 36-credit hour program. Students with an undergraduate business degree may be admitted to the 30-credit hour program based on a transcript review.

Required Courses (30 hours)

International Business Required Courses (18 hours)

INTL 643 International Trade Law 3

INTL 650 International Business 3

INTL 651 International Finance 3

INTL 652 International Marketing 3

INTL 653 Seminar in International Trade (IMBA Capstone Course) 3

INTL 695 Topics in International Business 3

INTL 653: Must have all MBA/IMBA program prerequisites or permission of the Director of Graduate Business Programs

MBA Required Courses (12 hours)

ACCT 600 Managerial Accounting 3

BADM 610 Managerial Economics 3

BADM 620 Managerial Finance 3

BADM 633 Entrepreneurial Management 3

Total Credit Hours: 30

Required Courses (36 hours)

International Business Required Courses (18 hours)

INTL 643 International Trade Law 3

INTL 650 International Business 3

INTL 651 International Finance 3

INTL 652 International Marketing 3

INTL 653 Seminar in International Trade (IMBA Capstone Course) 3

INTL 695 Topics in International Business 3

INTL 653: Must have all MBA/IMBA program prerequisites or permission of the Director of Graduate Business Programs

MBA Required Courses (12 hours)

BADM 601 Applied Business I 3

BADM 602 Applied Business II 3

ACCT 600 Managerial Accounting 3

BADM 610 Managerial Economics 3

BADM 620 Managerial Finance 3

BADM 633 Entrepreneurial Management 3

Total Credit Hours: 36

MAcc Curriculum (30-36 hours)

The Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program consists of 30 credit hours (10 three-credit-hour courses) for students holding an undergraduate accounting degree or a related major. For students with undergraduate degrees not in accounting or a related major, a 36 credit hour (12 three-credit-hour courses) program is offered. The MAcc program requires 30-36 credit hours of graduate courses: 15 hours in the required core, nine accounting elective hours, and six graduate business elective hours. A student may take nine-to-15 accounting elective hours by selecting an emphasis, or by choosing courses from a combination of different areas. Students may begin in any semester. A minimum of six hours is required for full-time status in the MAcc program. 

Prerequisites
The following accounting prerequisites are required for the MAcc degree. (The below accounting prerequisites will be considered met if the applicant is a currently licensed Certified Public Accountant [CPA].)

Accounting Principles I
Accounting Principles II
Intermediate Accounting I
Intermediate Accounting II
Cost Accounting
Advanced Accounting
Income Tax
Auditing

Required Courses (30 Hours)

Required Core Courses (15 hours)

ACCT 600 Managerial Accounting 3

ACCT 601 Federal Income Tax 3

ACCT 611 Advanced Auditing (MACC Capstone Course) 3

ACCT 612 Accounting Theory and Practice 3

ACCT 621 Government and Not-For-Profit Accounting 3

Accounting Emphasis Electives (9 hours)

Choose nine hours from any of the following.

Tax Emphasis

ACCT 602 Advanced Federal Income Tax 3

ACCT 603 Partnership and S-Corporation Taxation 3

ACCT 604 Estate, Gifts, and Trust Planning 3

ACCT 606 Tax Research/Planning 3

ACCT 607 State And Local Taxation 3

ACCT 619 Cases in Taxation 3

General Emphasis

ACCT 610 Advanced Accounting Information Systems 3

ACCT 620 Cases in Financial/Managerial Accounting 3

ACCT 625 Topics in Accounting 3

ACCT 622/INTL 622 Seminar in International Accounting 3

ACCT 630 Fraud Examination 3

ACCT 644 Accounting Legal Issues and Ethics 3

Forensic Emphasis

ACCT 610 Advanced Accounting Information Systems 3

ACCT 630 Fraud Examination 3

ACCT 632 Internal Auditing 3

ACCT 634 Forensic Accounting and the Legal Environment 3

ACCT 636 Forensic Accounting, Tax Investigation, and Fraud 3

ACCT 638 Ethics of Accounting Judgement and Decision-Making 3

Business Electives (6 hours)

The elective courses are chosen from the large number of Accounting, Master of Business Administration (MBA), and International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) courses. These courses allow the student to address functional weaknesses or pursue additional specialization. For example, a student could take a group of courses related to health care management or banking and finance or international business. Students with no baccalaureate degree in accounting are encouraged to take more accounting electives in place of the business electives.

Total Credit Hours: 30

 Required Core Courses (15 hours)

ACCT 600 Managerial Accounting 3

ACCT 601 Federal Income Tax 3

ACCT 611 Advanced Auditing (MACC Capstone Course) 3

ACCT 612 Accounting Theory and Practice 3

ACCT 621 Government and Not-For-Profit Accounting 3

Accounting Emphasis Electives (9 hours)

Choose nine hours from any of the following.

Tax Emphasis

ACCT 602 Advanced Federal Income Tax 3

ACCT 603 Partnership and S-Corporation Taxation 3

ACCT 604 Estate, Gifts, and Trust Planning 3

ACCT 606 Tax Research/Planning 3

ACCT 607 State And Local Taxation 3

ACCT 619 Cases in Taxation 3

General Emphasis

ACCT 610 Advanced Accounting Information Systems 3

ACCT 620 Cases in Financial/Managerial Accounting 3

ACCT 625 Topics in Accounting 3

ACCT 622/INTL 622 Seminar in International Accounting 3

ACCT 630 Fraud Examination 3

ACCT 644 Accounting Legal Issues and Ethics 3

Forensic Emphasis

ACCT 610 Advanced Accounting Information Systems 3

ACCT 630 Fraud Examination 3

ACCT 632 Internal Auditing 3

ACCT 634 Forensic Accounting and the Legal Environment 3

ACCT 636 Forensic Accounting, Tax Investigation, and Fraud 3

ACCT 638 Ethics of Accounting Judgement and Decision-Making 3

Business Electives (6 hours)

The elective courses are chosen from the large number of Accounting, Master of Business Administration (MBA), and International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) courses. These courses allow the student to address functional weaknesses or pursue additional specialization. For example, a student could take a group of courses related to health care management or banking and finance or international business. Students with no baccalaureate degree in accounting are encouraged to take more accounting electives in place of the business electives.

Total Credit Hours: 36

MBA Curriculum (30-36 hours)

Today, managers need skills in analysis, problem solving, interaction, and communication. Approaches to problem solving are stressed throughout the program through the use of practical applications of academic concepts and theories. Students learn to be innovative in their approaches to problem solving through assignments requiring teamwork, communication skills, and computer applications.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program consists of 30 credit hours (10 three-credit-hour courses) for students holding an undergraduate business degree or a related major. For students with undergraduate degrees not in business, a 36 credit hour (12 three-credit-hour courses) program is offered. Students may begin in any semester. A minimum of six hours is required for full-time status in the MBA program 

Prerequisites

An undergraduate business degree is not required for admission to the Master of Business Administration program. Students without an undergraduate business degree will be admitted to the 36-credit hour program. Students with an undergraduate business degree may be admitted to the 30-credit hour program based on a transcript review.

Required Courses (30 hours)

ACCT 600 Managerial Accounting 3

BADM 610 Managerial Economics 3

BADM 620 Managerial Finance 3

BADM 625 Marketing Management 3

BADM 630 Organizational Behavior 3

BADM 633 Entrepreneurial Management 3

BADM 635 Production Research and Operations Management 3

BADM 640 Business Law and Ethics 3

BADM 690 Strategic Management (MBA Capstone Course) 3

INTL 650 International Business 3

Total Credit Hours: 30

Required Courses (36 hours)

BADM 601 Applied Business I 3

BADM 602 Applied Business II 3

ACCT 600 Managerial Accounting 3

BADM 610 Managerial Economics 3

BADM 620 Managerial Finance 3

BADM 625 Marketing Management 3

BADM 630 Organizational Behavior 3

BADM 633 Entrepreneurial Management 3

BADM 635 Production Research and Operations Management 3

BADM 640 Business Law and Ethics 3

BADM 690 Strategic Management (MBA Capstone Course) 3

INTL 650 International Business 3

Total Credit Hours: 36

MSN Curriculum update

Removal of NURS 504 and inclusion of NURS 802

What You’ll Learn

The courses in the MSN tracks of study are offered in a logical sequence from the core requirements of theory, issues, research, human flourishing, and professional role development to courses in the major area of concentration. The MSN Nursing Education and Nursing Administration concentrations culminate in the application of knowledge in a thesis or project. Nursing Education and Nursing Administration Certificate Programs are also offered.

Additional information, including descriptions of specific courses and their corresponding credit hours, is available in the Academic Catalog.

Your classes and practicum learning experiences will help you:

Integrate interdisciplinary research and strategies to improve nursing practice, promote health, and prevent disease. 
Analyze current issues impacting diverse client populations, health care, and nursing practice, with an emphasis on identifying and implementing strategies for enhancement or resolution. 
Apply knowledge, concepts, strategies, and evidence-based research findings to enhance nursing across the continuum of health care settings. 
Synthesize interdisciplinary knowledge to facilitate application in an advanced specialty role. 
Professionally collaborate and communicate within the healthcare environment to foster environments for improved outcomes. 
Demonstrate achievement of role specific competencies for the advanced specialty role.

Required Common Core
NURS 500 Theoretical Basis for Advanced Practice 3
NURS 501 Nursing and Healthcare Systems and Issues 3
NURS 502 Methods of Advanced Research 3
NURS 506 Professional Role Development for Advanced Nursing Practice 3
NURS 802 Human Flourishing and Health Promotion 3

With an MSN degree, you can pursue your career in nursing education and administration at hospitals, medical centers, higher education institutions, and more. 

You’ll also be able to advance your education right here at Gardner-Webb in our Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. The MSN program includes a DNP course, which will count toward DNP program course credit if continued education is pursued. This allows for an easy transition and keeps you focused on your bright future in nursing leadership. 

MSN Program Options

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program at Gardner-Webb University offers two options designed to meet the needs of nurses seeking expanded roles in their profession: Nursing Education and Nursing Administration. In addition to the two areas of concentrated study, the MSN program offers the MSN/MBA dual degree. Certificate options in Nursing Administration and Nursing Education and are also offered to nurses as an avenue to expand their professional nursing role. 

The Nursing Education option is a 36-semester hour course of study in the MSN Program designed to prepare students to become professional educators in an academic or healthcare setting. This program of study allows students the opportunity to enhance their clinical expertise from a theoretical perspective and to apply nursing education and learning principles in practice settings.  

The Nursing Administration option is a 36-semester hour course of study in the MSN Program offered in collaboration with the Graduate School of Business. This program of study seeks to prepare the professional nurse for leadership roles in healthcare organizations.

The MSN/MBA dual degree program option is a 63-semester hour program. This interdisciplinary program combines nursing leadership with a working knowledge of business and managerial skills.

The Nursing Education Certificate option is a fifteen (15) hour course of study designed for nurses desiring to assume roles as nurse educators in an academic or clinical setting.  

The Nursing Administration Certificate option is a fifteen (15) hour course of study designed for nurses desiring to expand their professional roles in the area of nursing administration and leadership.

College of Education- EDCI/EDLS Admission Requirements

EDCI Admission Requirements - removal of test score requirements

Program-specific admission requirements for acceptance into the Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction are the following.

1. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for all post-baccalaureate work completed;

2. Minimum of three years of successful teacher leadership experience;

3. Current teaching license or a letter indicating appropriate experience;

4. Three professional recommendations from persons, at least one of whom must be an administrator or at the central-office level, who know the applicant’s work as an educator or graduate student;

5. Personal essay explaining the applicant’s purpose in wanting to earn a doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction; and

6. Cohort Form.

Educational Leadership, Doctor of Education

Program-specific admission requirements for full acceptance into the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership are the following:

1. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for all post-baccalaureate work completed;

2. Minimum of three years of successful administrative/teacher leadership experience, administration preferred;

3. Current entry-level license in school administration;

4. Three professional recommendations from persons, at least one of whom must be at the central-office or school board level, who know the applicant’s work as an educator or graduate student;

6. Personal essay explaining the applicant’s purpose in wanting to earn a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership; and

7. Cohort Form.

MTLCI Curriculum (33 hours)

Candidates will begin their course of study by focusing on the history and philosophy of curriculum and will delve deeply into their chosen area of concentration. Candidates will continue through the program as combined cohorts. While the content of the rest of the coursework will center on Curriculum and Instruction, candidates will continue to maintain a focus on their specific concentration through common evidences and a three-credit-hour Clinical Experience (consisting of 135 contact hours) embedded throughout the program.

Course numbering for candidates entering prior to Spring 2023

First Semester

Choose one of the following.

MTCI 671

(No Concentration) Philosophy, History, and Methodology of Curriculum and Instruction for Teacher-Leaders

MTCI 677

(Academically/Intellectually Gifted Concentration) Philosophy, History, and Methodology of Academically/Intellectually Gifted Education for Teacher-Leaders

Second Semester

MTCI 681

(All C & I Master's Candidates) Leading Differentiation Strategies for Diverse Populations

Third Semester

~~MTCI 682~~

~~(All C & I Master's Candidates) Measurement, Assessment, and Action Research for Teacher-Leaders~~

MTCI 683

(All C & I Master's Candidates) Current Issues and Special Topics for Teacher-Leaders

MTCI 696

(All C & I Master's Candidates) Teacher-Leader Internship Seminar

Fourth Semester

~~MTCI 683~~	~~(All C & I Master's Candidates) Current Issues and Special Topics for Teacher-Leaders~~	6
MTCI 682	(All C & I Master's Candidates) Measurement, Assessment, and Action Research for Teacher-Leaders	6
MTCI 696	(All C & I Master's Candidates) Teacher-Leader Internship Seminar	1

Fifth Semester

MTCI 684	(All C & I Master's Candidates) Teaching and Leading Literacy Instruction	6
MTCI 696	(All C & I Master's Candidates) Teacher-Leader Internship Seminar	1

Course numbering for candidates entering Spring 2023 and after

First Semester

Choose one of the following.

MTCI 690

(No Concentration) Philosophy, History, and Methodology of Curriculum and Instruction for Teacher-Leaders

MTCI 691

(Academically/Intellectually Gifted Concentration) Philosophy, History, and Methodology of Academically/Intellectually Gifted Education for Teacher-Leaders

Second Semester

MTCI 692

(All C & I Master's Candidates) Leading Differentiation Strategies for Diverse Populations

Third Semester

MTCI 693

(All C & I Master's Candidates) Current Issues and Special Topics for Teacher-Leaders

MTCI 696

(All C & I Master's Candidates) Teacher-Leader Internship Seminar

Fourth Semester

MTCI 694	(All C & I Master's Candidates) Measurement, Assessment, and Action Research for Teacher-Leaders	6
MTCI 696	(All C & I Master's Candidates) Teacher-Leader Internship Seminar	1

Fifth Semester

MTCI 695	(All C & I Master's Candidates) Teaching and Leading Literacy Instruction	6
MTCI 696	(All C & I Master's Candidates) Teacher-Leader Internship Seminar	1

Total Credit Hours: 33

Upon completion of add-on licensure requirements, candidates are required to apply for graduation and pay the Graduate Certificate Fee. Candidates applying past the deadline for the semester in which they complete their add-on licensure requirements will be charged the Late Graduate Certificate Fee.

Physician Assistant Studies

Admission Requirements

For the January 2024 cohort, Gardner-Webb University will begin accepting applications in late April 2023. Applications must be CASPA complete and must contain all required application materials, including the supplemental application and $100 supplemental fee, by September 1, 2023. Instructions will be sent to each applicant concerning the supplemental application and fee once their application has been submitted to Gardner-Webb through CASPA.

The deadline for submitting applications is September 1, 2023.

School of Divinity

Master of Arts in Bible and Theology

Introduction
The Master of Arts in Bible and Theology is a thirty-six-hour degree which is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS; Note: ATS approval of this degree was requested in Spring 2022 and is currently pending). The degree focuses on lay leaders or non-ordained staff members in local church congregations or para-church organizations who desire a greater knowledge of biblical content as well as the necessary skills to interpret the Bible in a theologically appropriate manner. Through the curriculum students will gain skills in reading and interpreting the Bible, understanding the theological backgrounds that undergird the various doctrines within the modern church, and learn to apply these skills within situations encountered in local congregational settings as well as the secular workplace.

Student Learning Outcomes
The student learning outcomes (SLOs) for the Master of Bible and Theology degree are as follows:

Students will demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the genres within and the contents of the Bible, as well as the history of its development and canonization.
Students will be able to articulate historical theological positions that undergird the diverse doctrines within the Christian church.
Students will analyze and evaluate the development of Christian ethics and apply them to ecclesial and secular contexts.
Students will develop the ability to integrate their knowledge of the Bible, theology, and ethics and apply it to their personal involvement in the mission of God in the world.

Admission Policies
The policies for admission to the Master of Bible and Theology degree program are the same as those for the Master of Divinity degree. Those policies can be accessed at Master of Divinity Admissions.

Core Curriculum (36)
Required Courses
The following courses are required to complete the Master of Arts in Bible and Theology degree:

DSSF 100 Introduction to Theological Education and Ministry (3)

DSOT 100 Introduction to the Old Testament I (3)

DSOT 101 Introduction to the Old Testament II (3)

DSNT 100 Introduction to the New Testament I (3)

DSNT 101 Introduction to the New Testament II (3)

DSTH 200 Introduction to Christian History and Theology I (3)

DSTH 201 Introduction to Christian History and Theology II (3)

DSET 100 Christian Ethics (3)

DSNT 414 Biblical Hermeneutics (3)

DSSF 300 Theological Integration Capstone Seminar (3)

Total Credit Hours (30)

Elective Courses

In addition to the required courses listed above, students are required to take two biblical and/or theological electives (three hours each for a total of six hours). Students may take any class with the prefix (DSGK, DSHB, DSNT, DSOT, DSTH, or DSHS (excluding those classes already taken as requirements).

DSDM 564 Interpersonal Relationships and Family Systems Theory

Credit hours changed to 3 credit hours