Keiser University - Academic Program Brochure

Academic Programs Brochure

Academics at the Latin American Campus

Key Benefits

Undergraduate Programs • Business Administration Concentrations: Management, Marketing,

Degree from the United States

Finance, International Business.

• Management Information Systems • Software Engineering • Psychology • Political Science

Distinguished Faculty

• Interdisciplinary Studies

Continuous Education • Master in Business Administration (English or Spanish)

Residential Campus

• Certificate in Management & Leadership (Spanish) • Certificate in International Business (Spanish)

Online Education

Successful Graduates

More than 50 online programs offered by the Latin American Campus and our online platform from Keiser University in the United States.

Multicultural and Safe Environment

BBA

Bachelor of Arts in

Business Administration About the Program Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration prepares students for a career in the modern business world. Students are offered a well-rounded business education with management, marketing, finance, accounting, statistics, and law courses.

Program objectives • Assist students in becoming more proficient in analysis, decision making, and management.

• Develop students’ abilities to understand business concepts, terms, and theories.

• Develop students’ understanding of international business and the effects of globalization.

• Prepare students for jobs in the fields of management, marketing, human resources, international business, and finance.

Concentrations • Management • International Business

• Marketing • Finance

Skills you will develop • Being an effective problem solver and develop analytical skills.

• Having a global business orientation.

• Strategic thinking and planning abilities.

• Adapt to change in a globalized world.

• Turning individuals into teams.

• Proficiency in fast decision making environments.

Develop your Inner Leader!

Courses

Bachelor of Arts (124 Total Credits) General Education Requirements (37 credits)

LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Major Courses • Accounting Principles I • Accounting Principles II • Business Law • Financial Management • Entrepreneurship • Principles of Management • Human Resources Management • Introduction to Marketing UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS: Major Courses • Managerial Accounting • Legal/Ethical Environment of Business • Money and Banking [*] • Principles of Managerial Finance • Introduction to Management/ Organizational Behavior • Industrial/Organizational Psychology [*] • Leadership • Project Management • International Business • Integrated Capstone Course • Quantitative Approach to Business Management Concentration • Operations Management • Cross-Cultural Management • Business Ethics • Managing Diversity • Global Strategy and Policy • Sales and Sales Management

*Some courses are subject to change according to Keiser University’s internal policies.

Human Resource Management Concentration • Managing Diversity • Performance Management • Recruitment, Selection and Staffing • Training and Development • Management Law and Employee Relations • Labor Relations International Business Concentration • International Finance • International Competitiveness • International Negotiations and Transactions • Cultural Environment of International Business • International Entrepreneurship • Global Strategy and Policy Marketing Concentration • Advertising/Promotion Management • Sales and Sales Management • Consumer Behavior • E-Marketing • Marketing Strategy • Service Marketing Finance Concentration • Financial Decision-Making-Planning • Commercial Bank Management • Case Studies in Finance • Financial Policy and Strategy • Investment • International Finance UPPER DIVISION GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: • Management Information Systems • Professional Writing • Critical Thinking • Intermediate Statistics

BP

Bachelor of Arts in

Psychology About the Program The Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology offers a diverse curriculum that provides a broad-based education in many facets of human behavior, mental processes, communication, research, and writing. Courses include forensics, sports, and positive psychology, as well as the traditional courses needed to prepare students for graduate studies. Student learning objectives include the application of the scientific method, neuroscience relationship to behavior, and the application of ethical and humane treatment procedures in research projects.

Program objectives • Explain principles of neuroscience as they relate to behavior.

• Identify what constitutes the application of ethical and humane treatment procedures as they relate to human behavior.

• Develop writing research skills in the field of psychology.

• Develop an understanding of APA format and writing in the field of psychology.

• Develop an understanding of how statistics and the scientific method are used in the field.

Skills you will develop • Expertise in human behavior and helping people personally and professionally.

• Having a positive influence and developing people in their work and their lives.

• Being a facilitator of change and self-motivation in others.

• Master abstract reasoning, flexibility, creativity, judgement, and logical problem solving.

• Having an open-minded approach to handle people’s situations with critical thinking.

Become an expert in human behavior!

Courses

Bachelor of Arts (121 Total Credits) General Education Requirements (37 credits)

LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Major Courses • Introduction to Cognitive Development • Introduction to Experimental Psychology • Careers and Writing in Psychology • Social Psychology • Abnormal Psychology • Human Exceptionality • Psychology of Personality • Constructs of Interpersonal Conflict

• Addictive Behaviors • Forensic Psychology • Theory, Application, and Evaluation of Tests • Sports Psychology • Positive Psychology GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS • Interpersonal Communication • Workforce Diversity • Critical Thinking • Intermediate Statistics

UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Major Courses • Concepts of Clinical and Counseling • Psychology • Principles of Learning • Behavioral Neuroscience • Research Methods • Industrial and Organizational Psychology • Child Psychology • Adolescent Psychology • Psychology of Adult Development and Aging • Death and Dying • Marriage and Family • Health Psychology

*Some courses are subject to change according to Keiser University’s internal policies.

BPS

Bachelor of Arts in

Political Science About the Program The Political Science Major explores government policies, processes, political theory, and international relations. This is an extensive program that will introduce students to the general study of the field of political science, and is suited for students who desire to examine the topics of public policy, foreign affairs, law, government, and the campaign processes.

Program objectives • Develop an understanding of the differences between various government and economic systems.

• Develop an understanding of the framework necessary to apply political, economic, social, historical, legal and philosophical foundations to the study of political science.

• Acquire an understanding of the stressors that population, natural resources, and environmental issues have on political frameworks.

• Acquire an understanding of the political theories needed to analyze policy and political actions.

Skills you will develop • Analysis and understanding of the various aspects of government, international relations, law, history, and politics.

• Exemplary critical thinking skills.

• Outstanding writing and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work well in groups and appreciate various points of view.

• Ability to adapt to various cultures and environments.

• Capacity to solve problems.

• Working well under pressure.

Think critically about global issues

Courses

Bachelor of Arts (121 Total Credits) General Education Requirements (37 credits)

LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS • Political Science • Introduction to Comparative Government and Politics • International Relations • Introduction to Political Theory • Criminal Law • Politics of the Developing World • US Latin American Relations • Domestic and International Terrorism

General Education Requirements (Upper Level): • Conflict Resolution • Critical Thinking • Intermediate Statistics • History of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS • Intergovernmental Relations • Mass Media and Politics • The American Presidency • Voting Behavior and Public Opinion • The Campaign Process • Religion and Politics • Intro to Public Policy • Great Political Thinkers • Middle East Foreign Policy • Environmental Politics • Public Finance • The World Economy • Urban Government Social Policy • American Constitutional Law • Immigration Law • Issues in International Policy

*Some courses are subject to change according to Keiser University’s internal policies.

BSE

Bachelor of Science in

Software Engineering About the Program Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering prepares students with the knowledge and practical skills within the profession. Software Engineering relates to the conceptualization, design, implementation, deployment, and maintenance of software solutions.

The program is designed to foster innovation through flexibility of software engineering as a business problem-solving discipline.

Program objectives • Provide students with a comprehensive background in software engineering procedures and techniques.

• Provide the theoretical and formal foundations to ensure precision in the software lifecycle.

• Instruct students in the validation and verification of software artifacts.

Skills you will develop • Abilities to identify, formulate, and solve software engineering problems.

• Long lasting understanding of the process in managing large-scale software projects.

• Having business, technical, and analytical skills employers want.

• Proficiency in networking, cybersecurity, microprocessor technology, the mainframe environment, and client server applications in the global business environment.

• Understanding of core concepts such as programming, analysis, database, and application development.

Develop software solutions!

Courses

Bachelor of Science (124 Total Credits) General Education Requirements (37 credits)

LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Major Courses • Java Programming I • Java Programming II • Programming I • Essentials of Networking • Introduction to Algorithms • Software Engineering I • Multi-User Operating Systems • Computer Architecture • Human Computer Interface Design • Software Maintenance and Evolution • Discrete Mathematics and Probability • Web Systems

• Concepts of Parallel and Distributed Processing • Project Management • Cloud & Internet Computing • Specifications of Software Systems UPPER DIVISION GENERAL EDUCATION General Education Courses • Intermediate Statistics • Professional Writing • Management Information Systems

UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Major Courses • Operating Systems • Domain Specific Languages • Theory of Computation • Mobile Application Development • Software Engineering II • Software Design • Software Testing • Database Management Systems • Compiler Construction *Some courses are subject to change according to Keiser University’s internal policies.

BMIS

Bachelor of Science in

Management Information Systems About the Program Management Information Systems is the study of the uses of computers in business.

Students study both business and information technology and learn how to solve business problems using software, operating systems, networking, programming, and database management. During the application and management components of the program, students work in groups with community organizations and learn to develop actual project experiences.

Program objectives • Develop students' competency in both oral and written communication.

• Assist students in understanding and analyzing business problems, while preparing them to use appropriate tools, and recommending appropriate business solutions.

• Assist students in becoming proficient in the use of computer languages, databases, and other applications of information technology.

• Prepare students to apply and utilize computer-assisted research.

Skills you will develop • Being a key enabler of business success in today’s ever changing economic environment.

• Expertise using technology to create business solutions.

• Proficiency in the application, use, and management of information systems to provide effective information services and support.

• Expertise in providing support in the latest telecommunication technologies.

Solve business problems using technology!

Courses

Bachelor of Science (124 Total Credits) General Education Requirements (37 credits)

LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Major Courses • Accounting Principles I • Accounting Principles II • Business Law • Financial Management • Entrepreneurship • Principles of Management • Human Resources Management • Introduction to Marketing

Management/Organizational Behavior • Operations Management • Project Management • International Business

UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Major Courses • Legal and Ethical Environment of Business • Operating Systems • Computer Architecture Concepts • Systems Analysis • Data Communications and Networking • Introduction to Business Programming • Advanced Business Application Development • Systems Design • Information Systems Implementation • Database Management Systems • Distributed Information Systems • Information Technology Management • Introduction to

*Some courses are subject to change according to Keiser University’s internal policies.

BSE

Bachelor of Science in

Interdisciplinary Studies About the Program Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies provides a comprehensive curriculum that allows broad exposure to multiple disciplines. This major provides a practical alternative for baccalaureate degree-seeking students whose needs cannot be met by individual majors. Students can design a course of study that meets their personal academic objectives and furthers their professional growth and development by combining two or more disciplines into a coherent program.

Program objectives • Articulate the union of two disciplines into an integrated degree program.

• Utilize skills of interdisciplinary scholarship and research to integrate multiple perspectives and disciplines.

• Critically articulate the fundamental theories and principles underlying each discipline.

• Apply the knowledge and skills acquired through the program in pursuit of specialized career goals.

Skills you will develop • Focused studies in a variety of subjects, opening a door to an arena of endless job opportunities.

• Entrepreneurial skills by mixing Business courses and those subjects that appeal to the type of business you are interested in beginning.

• Strong writing, reading, and speaking skills as well as analytical reasoning.

• Having a professional career in diverse occupational fields and prepare for the challenges of today’s global economy.

Develop your talent in multiple fields

Courses

Bachelor of Science (124 Total Credits) General Education Requirements (37 credits)

LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS Major Courses Behavioral/Social Science • American History Since 1876 • Introduction to Psychology Communications • Speech Communication Computers • Introduction to Computers** Freshman Seminar • Freshman Seminar English • English Composition I • English Composition II

UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS • Upper Division Interdisciplinary Concentration • Upper Division Courses for Discipline One • Upper Division Courses for Discipline Two • Upper Division Courses • Open Elective Courses • Capstone Course - Interdisciplinary Capstone - Experience

Mathematics • College Algebra or • College Mathematics • Statistics (required) Philosophy/Theology • Philosophy of the Human Person • Aesthetics/Philosophy of Arts • Sacred Scriptures • Introduction to Catholicism *Some courses are subject to change according to Keiser University’s internal policies.

Steps to Enroll 1.

Complete Application Form and pay USD$50.00 Non-refundable Application Fee

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Submit Admissions Requirements.

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Fill out Financial Aid Package Application Form with all supporting documentation (If Applicable).

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Complete English & Math Placement Exams to determine in which level of English and Math you will be placed.

Accept and Sign Payment Plan.

Submit Dormitory App & Reservation Fee (If Applicable).

Pay First Tuition Installment or Full Semester to receive a 5% discount.

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Register for Classes

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Post Attendance

Financial Aid Application Requirements For non-us citizens Student ID (If underage, birth certificate) Debtor ID Debtor proof of income Bank statement of debtor Co-debtor ID Co-debtor proof of income Bank statement of co-debtor Water bill from debtor household Electricity bill from debtor household Rent receipt (If applicable) Financial aid package evaluation form Filled out and signed – Form A Financial aid package household cashflow - Form B

For US citizens Copy of social security card Copy of picture page of passport If parents are non-citizens – proof of income If parents are US citizens – latest tax declaration

Note: If the Debtor and Co-Debtor live together, there is no need for separate forms to be submitted.

Get in touch Admissions Office - Nicaragua

Gasolinera UNO, 2 c. al sur, San Marcos, Carazo Telf. (505) 2535-2314 / 2278-6911

Admissions Office - El Salvador

Edificio World Trade Center, Torre 1, Nivel 2, Colonia Escalón Telf. +503 2254-6664

Admissions Office - Honduras

Honduras Business Center, Torre Corporativa Novacentro, 8vo nivel Telf. +504 2280-8121, ext 1044 +504 8887-6058 admissionslac@keiseruniversity.edu www.keiseruniversity.edu.ni