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2023 Fall: August 16 - December 12
Shady Grove (Hybrid)

Course Class No. Section Start & End Date Day Time Status Location
BEHS 343 Parenting Today (3)
An overview of critical issues in modern parenting in the United States and the world. Using an interdisciplinary perspective, students will apply research and theory in family development to practical decision making, taking into account modern and historical trends such as gender roles, socioeconomic status, and single parenting and the impact of divorce on children. Students will also examine the role of race and ethnicity in parenting, LGBT parenting, multigenerational and military families.
85367 5150 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Edmond, Yanique M Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 2052 Syllabus Course Materials
BMGT 305 Knowledge Management (3)
A practical approach to knowledge management. The aim is to understand the value of knowledge management and the roles of knowledge workers and knowledge managers. Discussion covers how organizations capture, acquire, and share knowledge to maintain corporate memory and to develop collaborative energy. Topics include both formal and informal approaches to knowledge sharing and ways in which organizations use knowledge management techniques for competitive advantage. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 305 or BMGT 388C.
85587 5160 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 W 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Kingston, George R Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 2062 Syllabus Course Materials
BMGT 317 Methods of Decision-Making and Problem-Solving (3)
A practical examination of decision-making and problem-solving. The goal is to use a proven framework to generate potential solutions for effective decision-making and problem-solving. Discussion covers the cultural impact of decision-making, including stakeholders' expectations. Topics include root cause analysis, risks and uncertainty, potential solutions and alternatives, key performance indicators, psychological traps, and the steps to assure effectiveness before and after decision implementation. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 317 or TMGT 310.
85559 5110 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Byerly, Kristin K Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 2032 Syllabus Course Materials
BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory (3)
Recommended: BMGT 110. An examination of the four functions of management--planning, organizing, leading, and controlling--with emphasis on the application of management concepts and theories to achieve organizational goals. The aim is to develop strategies, goals, and objectives to enhance performance and sustainability. Topics include ethics, social responsibility, globalization, and change and innovation. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 364, TEMN 202, TEMN 300, TMGT 301, or TMGT 302.
85583 5150 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Frazier, Larry D Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 2203 Syllabus Course Materials
BMGT 488 Project Management II (3)
(The second course in the two-course series BMGT 487-488.) Prerequisite: BMGT 487. An examination of project management processes and applications beyond introductory principles and concepts. The goal is to manage a project through all phases of the project life cycle. Emphasis is on the practical applications of project management principles and processes in real-world situations. Projects depict real-world situations, such as information systems implementations; service business/e-commerce projects; and consulting projects that occur in research, information systems, manufacturing, and engineering firms. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 488 or TMGT 430.
80106 5155 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Johnson, Rodney L Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3032 Syllabus Course Materials
CMIT 320 Network Security (3)
(Designed to help prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam.) Prerequisite: CMIT 265 or CompTIA Network+ certification. A study of the fundamental concepts of computer security and its implementation. The aim is to assess and mitigate risk, evaluate, and select appropriate technologies, and apply proper security safeguards.
85110 5125 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Finucane, Christopher B Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 2216 Syllabus Course Materials
CMIT 320 Network Security (3)
(Designed to help prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam.) Prerequisite: CMIT 265 or CompTIA Network+ certification. A study of the fundamental concepts of computer security and its implementation. The aim is to assess and mitigate risk, evaluate, and select appropriate technologies, and apply proper security safeguards.
85122 5155 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Burnett, Gregory L Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 2211 Syllabus Course Materials
CMIT 326 Cloud Technologies (3)
(Designed to help prepare for the CompTIA Cloud+ and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification exams.) A hands-on study of basic cloud technologies. The aim is to apply the techniques and tools used in cloud environments, especially the AWS (Amazon Web Services) cloud. Topics include the global infrastructure of the cloud, deployment and operation in various cloud environments, high availability, scalability, elasticity, security, and troubleshooting. AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud are compared.
85127 5160 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 W 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Obazu, Imoovberame D Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 2212 Syllabus Course Materials
CMIT 351 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (3)
(Designed to help prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification examination. Students will earn a Cisco-issued digital badge on the Acclaim credentials platform for successfully completing this course content.) Prerequisite: CMIT 265. A hands-on introduction to Cisco internetworking devices. Focus is on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to- medium business networks, including wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. The goal is to perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify, and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 498E, CMIT 350, CMIT 351 or CMIT 499D.
80120 5125 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Williams, Henry A. Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 2211 Syllabus Course Materials
CMIT 495 Cybersecurity Technology Capstone (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of at least 27 credits of CMIT coursework. A comprehensive project-driven study of network design and security, with an emphasis on the integration of knowledge, practical applications, and critical thinking. The objective is to implement a secure and scalable network to meet organizational needs. Topics include advanced concepts in network and security design.
80149 5150 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: VanBemmel, Jeffrey A Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 2211 Syllabus Course Materials
CMST 301 Digital Media and Society (3)
A survey of technological advancements in the field of digital media and their impact. The objective is to explain how digital media has transformed the communication of ideas in society and to make responsible choices in the creation and consumption of digital media based on awareness of global, social, ethical, and legal contexts. Topics include social media, the visual display of information, ethics and privacy, participatory media, and the impact of digital media on culture.
85273 5160 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 W 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Novak, Kevin Paul Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3022 Syllabus Course Materials
CSIA 300 Cybersecurity for Leaders and Managers (3)
(Designed in part to help prepare for the EC-Council Secure Computer User [CSCU] certification.) Prerequisite: Any CMIS, CMIT, CMSC, CMST, CSIA, DATA, IFSM, or SDEV course. A survey of the cybersecurity principles, practices, and strategies required by leaders and managers to become strategic partners in the establishment, management, and governance of an enterprise's cybersecurity program. The aim is to develop both an understanding of how cybersecurity supports key business goals and objectives and the "soft skills" necessary for success in a leadership or managerial role. Topics include the fundamentals of cybersecurity practices and principles; enterprise IT governance processes and security controls; data security; the information life cycle; intellectual property protections; privacy laws and regulations; security education, training, and awareness; and the need for cooperation and collaboration between business units and the organization's cybersecurity program.
85258 5115 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Uribe, Felix A Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 2216 Syllabus Course Materials
CSIA 459 Evaluating Emerging Technologies (3)
Prerequisites: CMIT 320 and CSIA 350. A survey of emerging and leading technologies in the cybersecurity field. The aim is to research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies and determine secure implementation strategies for best-fit business solutions. Topics include evolutionary technology development and adoption in organizations.
85281 5150 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Uribe, Felix A Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 2230 Syllabus Course Materials
HRMN 300 Human Resource Management (3)
A basic study of the strategic role of human resource management. The objective is to apply knowledge of human behavior, labor relations, and current laws and regulations to a working environment. Topics include employment laws and regulations, diversity in a global economy, total rewards management, and training and development for organizational success. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 360, HRMN 300, or TMGT 360.
80165 5110 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Sousane, Richard J Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3022 Syllabus Course Materials
HRMN 302 Organizational Communication (3)
A study of the structure of communication in organizations. The goal is to apply theory and examples to improve managerial effectiveness in communication and negotiation. Problems, issues, and techniques of organizational communication are analyzed through case histories, exercises, and projects. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 398N, HRMN 302, MGMT 320, MGST 315, or TEMN 315.
80167 5115 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Murvin, Euart K Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3052 Syllabus Course Materials
HRMN 362 Labor Relations (3)
A survey of contemporary labor relations practices. The aim is to research and analyze labor relations issues and support the labor relations process. Discussion covers the history of organized labor in the United States, the role of third parties, organizing campaigns, the collective bargaining process, and the resolution of employee grievances. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 362 or HRMN 362.
80172 5155 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Knott, Bradley T Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 4012 Syllabus Course Materials
HRMN 495 Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management Practice (3)
(Intended as a final, capstone course to be taken in a student's last 15 credits). Prerequisite: HRMN 400. A study of human resource management that integrates knowledge gained through previous coursework and experience and builds on that conceptual foundation through integrative analysis, practical application, and critical thinking. The goal is to consider and analyze emerging issues in human resource management. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 388K, HRMN 494, or HRMN 495.
80169 5115 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Valdez, Michelle V Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 2062 Syllabus Course Materials
IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations (3)
"An overview of information systems and how they provide value by supporting organizational objectives. The goal is to analyze business strategies to recognize how technology solutions enable strategic outcomes and to identify information system requirements by analyzing business processes. Discussion covers concepts of business processes and alignment of information systems solutions to strategic goals."
85160 5110 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Macklin, Renee A Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3052 Syllabus Course Materials
IFSM 330 Business Intelligence and Data Analytics (3)
A hands-on, project-based introduction to databases, business intelligence, and data analytics. The aim is to design secure industry-standard databases and utilize business intelligence and data analytics techniques and technologies to support decision making. Topics include data and relational databases, SQL queries, business intelligence tools and alignment with business strategy, data analytics, and visualization techniques.
85101 5150 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Balasubramanian, Ramakrishnan Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg III 3226 Syllabus Course Materials
IFSM 438 Information Systems Project Management (3)
Prerequisite: IFSM 300 or CSIA 350. A practical application of project management principles and procedures. The objective is to manage and control IT projects in alignment with organizational strategic goals and within resource constraints and to manage high-performing project teams to implement IT solutions. Topics include the development, control, and execution of plans to manage information systems projects as part of a team and the use of Microsoft Project to develop project schedules and related components. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: IFSM 438 or TMGT 430.
85179 5115 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Pomietto, Robert J Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3012 Syllabus Course Materials
PACE 111M Program and Career Exploration in Multidisciplinary Studies (3)
(Fulfills the general education requirement in research and computing literacy.) An orientation to UMGC and exploration of how UMGC academic programs align to professional goals and career options. Focus is on developing and practicing communication, teamwork, professionalism, and integrity skills while exploring ways to develop and enhance career opportunities. The aim is to become familiar with the university's academic culture and expectations; learn about UMGC resources for success; reflect on academic and professional goals; and explore opportunities to shorten programs through transfer credit and other prior learning. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: PACE 111B, PACE 111C, PACE 111M, PACE 111P, PACE 111S, or PACE 111T.
85612 5165 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Fairley, Lauren K Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 2052 Syllabus Course Materials
PHIL 304 Contemporary Social Justice Issues (3)
"An exploration of the political and ethical writings of philosophers who shaped contemporary ideas of social justice and individual rights. The objective is to evaluate political theories and philosophies, defend ethical reasoning on issues of justice, and communicate critical reflections on contemporary social justice issues such as Environmental Justice, Healthcare, Racial Justice, Women's Rights, Immigration, and Religious Freedom. Topics include Freedom and the Social Contract, Individual and Human Rights, Distributive and Economic Justice, Gender and Racial Justice, Internationalism and Theories of War."
85255 5165 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Lewis, Robert L Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3012 Syllabus Course Materials
SPCH 324 Communication and Gender (3)
Prerequisite: Any SPCH course or COMM 300. An investigation of how communication influences gender and how gender affects communication. The objective is to apply theoretical frameworks and key concepts of gender to contexts, situations, and messages. Discussion covers gender roles, gender variation across communication styles, and the role gender plays in personal and professional relationships, as well as its role in culture and the media.
85318 5110 16 Aug 2023-10 Oct 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Alexander, Jocelyn Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3062 Syllabus Course Materials
WRTG 391 Advanced Research Writing (3)
(Fulfills the general education requirement in upper-level advanced writing.) Prerequisite: WRTG 112. Instruction and practice in academic research skills. The objective is to critically analyze scholarly and other credible sources and effectively integrate source material into a complex argument. Emphasis is placed on synthesizing multiple sources in producing a literature review on a focused topic. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ENGL 391, ENGL 391X, WRTG 391, or WRTG 391X.
85402 5165 18 Oct 2023-12 Dec 2023 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Shady Grove (Hybrid)
Faculty: Hodgman, Matthew R Bldg/Room: Shady Grove Center, Bldg II 3032 Syllabus Course Materials
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