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2014-2015

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Christian Ministry
	CHMN 625 - Demographics and Urban Studies Credits: 2,3 Methods of determining the characteristics of a particular community or target population, with a unique focus on large urban centers, for the purpose of selecting the most effective evangelistic approaches. Includes the use of needs assessments and marketing surveys. Course Attribute: Evangelism Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 627 - Black Preaching Credits: 2,3 An advanced preaching course which seeks to refine and further develop the preaching skills of those called to preach among African Americans. Includes a survey and analysis of great Black preachers. Course Attribute: Preaching Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 629 - Sacred Music in the African-American Tradition Credits: 2,3 An examination of the historical role of music in African- American worship, and of the distinctive contributions African- American sacred music has made to Christian worship. Course Attribute: Sacred Music and Worship Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 630 - Leadership Development Credits: 2,3 A study of leadership emergence, selection, and training in missionary churches with particular attention paid to strategic issues of various training models and the relationship between formal, informal, and non-formal leadership development. Identical to MSSN 630. Course Attribute: Church Leadership Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 631 - Field Evangelistic Preaching Credits: 2 This course equips students to prepare Christ-centered, doctrinally sound sermons to preach at an evangelistic series to obtain decisions for Christ, His teachings and His church. The course will also help students with field preparation and organizational planning for the preaching event. Course Attribute: Preaching Grade Mode: Sem Intensive (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Corequisite(s): CHMN 662 Prerequisite(s): CHMN 539, CHMN 562. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 632 - Contextualized Preaching Credits: 2,3 The history and dynamics of preaching to a particular cultural group, such as African Americans, Hispanics, Youth, and Koreans, with an emphasis on the distinctive homiletical, rhetorical, and cultural qualities required for the effective proclamation of the Gospel to each group. Course Attribute: Preaching Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 633 - Preaching the Literary Forms of the Bible Credits: 2,3 An advanced preaching course that presents a methodology for taking the literary form of biblical texts into account in the text to- sermon process. The methodology is then applied to preaching on narratives, wisdom and apocalyptic literature, parables, and epistles. Course Attribute: Preaching Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 635 - Broadcast Evangelism Credits: 2,3 Studies church-evangelism strategy involving a locally produced radio program. Planning, preparation, production, and follow-up of short daily programs and spots are emphasized, applying biblical principles of persuasion; includes actual production experience in the studios of WAUS-FM, the university station. Course Attribute: Evangelism Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 637 - Seminar in Preaching Credits: 2,3 An advanced preaching course emphasizing such topics as homiletical theory, history of preaching, persuasion, current preaching trends and models, and experimental preaching techniques. Course Attribute: Preaching Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 638 - Seminar in Leadership Credits: 2,3 Emphases from topics such as social psychology of leadership, theological foundations of leadership and pastoral care, management and leadership, leadership styles, conflict management, and church polity and finance. Course Attribute: Church Leadership Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 639 - Seminar in Evangelism Credits: 2,3 Emphases from topics such as theology and history of evangelism and church growth, theory and research in church growth and member retention, evangelism and social alternative strategies for evangelism. Course Attribute: Evangelism Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 640 - Seminar in Pastoral Counseling Credits: 2,3 Application of principles and techniques to specific problem areas in pastoral care. Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s): CHMN 665 or its equivalent, or permission of instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 641 - Practicum in Military Chaplaincy Credits: 5–8 Air Force, Army, or Navy Chaplain School courses, such as the Chaplain Candidate Course or Basic Chaplain Course and subsequent Seminary approved military chaplaincy training events. Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: By examination (P) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 644 - Seminar in Chaplaincy Ministries Credits: 2,3 Studies in the nature of institutional chaplain ministries such as military, health-care, prison, and campus chaplaincies. Fee applies for field trips $ - Course or lab fee Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 645 - Seminar in Marriage and Family Problems Credits: 2,3 Open to advanced students in pastoral care. Individual research for seminar presentations and analysis of more complex and difficult problems faced by the pastor in the family context. A consideration of special techniques and counseling strategies in handling such problems in the pastoral role. Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 646 - Seminar in Specialized Ministries Credits: 2,3 Principles of ministering to people in particular circumstances, such as aging, physical disability, single parenting, delinquency, adoption, substance abuse, and dependency. Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 647 - Christian Education in the African-American Church Credits: 2,3 Explores the way African-Americans historically have conducted the task of grounding themselves and growing in the Word of God. The critical role church schools have played in the African- American community is examined. Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 651 - Foundations of Biblical Counseling Credits: 2,3 Equips students to apply biblical principles of counseling concepts and psychological insights to human challenges in the emotional, spiritual, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of life. Cross-listed with DSRE651. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 654 - History and Theology in Adventist Worship Credits: 2,3 A study of Adventist corporate worship in terms of the theological and historical issues that inform it. Principles for designing and leading Adventist worship are emphasized. Course Attribute: Sacred Music and Worship Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 655 - Dynamic Group Strategies Credits: 2,3 An examination of group-leadership interventions and techniques for specialized ministry in grief support, divorce support, smoking cessation, stress management, and other support groups within church, community, and campus settings. Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 656 - Holistic Small Groups Credits: 2,3 A thorough examination of Affinity Groups/Free Market Groups showing their effectiveness and purposes in church ministry. Also explores the key principles of Holistic Small Groups, a major factor of Natural Church Development, as well as the importance of developing an effective equipping system to grow disciples into disciple-makers. Course Attribute: Evangelism Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 659 - Practicum in Pastoral Care and Counseling Credits: 1–4 A skills course in techniques of pastoral visitation, counseling, and appraisal. Opportunity given for students to have direct counseling experience, with preparation and supervised examination of case reports and studies. Supervised experience at an approved Pastoral Care Residency site. Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s): CHMN 555. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 660 - Field Practicum Credits: 1–6 Practical training in a variety of field activities. An individual contract is developed between the student and a seminary faculty member that includes field supervision of that work, and the writing of a final product or report. Guidelines are available. Course Attribute: General Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 662 - Field Evangelistic Preaching Practicum Credits: 1–3 This course is the field application of CHMN 631 - Field Evangelistic Preaching and must be taken subsequent to it. The sermons developed in CHMN 631 will be preached in an evangelistic reaping event aimed at bringing new believers into the church. Required for NAD students. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHMN 631. One credit required for the MDiv program. Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 665 - Advanced Pastoral Counseling Credits: 2,3 An intensive study of potential contributions of counseling to some of the more disturbing problems brought by members of a congregation to their pastors. Designed to enlarge the pastor’s acquaintance with the therapeutic approaches of various referral agencies. Course Attribute: Pastoral Care Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s): CHMN 555 or its equivalent, or permission of instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 667 - Health Evangelism Credits: 2,3 The use of health and temperance programming in outreach to meet people’s felt needs; to arouse interest in the broader physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of better living; and to assist those pursuing Adventist ideology to make appropriate lifestyle adjustments. Course Attribute: Evangelism Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 669 - Advanced Holistic Small Groups Credits: 2,3 Examines church planting with small groups and how a church transitions into becoming a church of small groups by using time-line management/story-boarding techniques. Explores the establishment of youth and college groups as well as the development of group coaches. Course Attribute: Evangelism Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 680 - Preaching from Selected Books of the Bible Credits: 2,3 An advanced preaching course emphasizing the preaching challenges and opportunities of working with targeted books of scripture. Course Attribute: Preaching Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 690 - Independent Study Credits: 1–3 See general guidelines under Academic Information. Course Attribute: Individual Studies Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent, Interactive Online College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 704 - Incarnational Missional Church Credits: 4 Investigates 21st century western culture and corresponding mission praxis. Includes theological reflection, literature, theory, and practices in ministry. Prepared for leaders who desire to engage the church on effective mission to Western culture; pastors, church planters and administrative leaders who wish to gain an understanding of the implications of missional church. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 713 - Transformational Leadership and Organic Systems Thinking Credits: 5 Personal and theological reflection will be integrated with principles for leading change. Systems thinking, transformation of organizational culture, and human development theory are investigated in the context of missional leadership. The module also pursues further development and application of missional lifestyle modeling. Practical focus on incarnational mission skills is initiated. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 714 - Discipling Leaders for Mission Credits: 5 Leaders transact vision through developing disciples according to the biblical model for an apostolic movement. Those whom missional servants lead become mature in Christ and thus a missional movement is multiplied. Coaching and mentoring skills are taught so that the leader can develop people toward maturity in Christ. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 724 - Recovering the Life and Growth of the New Testament Church Credits: 4 Examines the conditions behind the growth of the church in the New Testament, including leadership transformation, church unity, and the role of the Holy Spirit. Engages Scripture to draw principles and practices that lead to a similar experience in the contemporary church. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 743 - Prophetic Preaching in the Worship Context Credits: 4 Participants will develop a biblically-based Adventist theology of prophetic preaching and worship. Use of scripture, communication theory, and cognitive psychology to connect with contemporary audiences, and diverse preaching expressions will be examined. Includes advanced work in the area of hermeneutics, exposition, contextualization, and sermon design. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 744 - A History of Preaching Credits: 5 This module explores the history of preaching, its procession of personalities and trends. Participants investigate and define the beliefs, practices and identity of four preaching styles that have dominated preachers and schools of preaching. Includes a discussion of unusual and/or important contributions to preaching in the 20th–21st century. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 747 - Christian Leadership Credits: 4,5 This module investigates principles, challenges, and practices of Christian leadership, emphasizing issues that make leadership in the context of church, education and non-profit service organizations unique. Participants examine leadership theory and literature, consider a theology of leadership, and build the foundation for leadership development in the context of professional ministry. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 748 - Preaching the Literary Forms of the Bible Credits: 5 Examination of biblical literature, including historical narrative, NT epistles, and apocalyptic passages for preaching. The skill of storytelling and how stories are processed by the human mind. Reflection on the challenges and opportunities within epistolary and apocalyptic biblical texts. Rhetorial techniques of oral performance to bring the sermon to life. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 760 - Advanced Leadership Competencies Credits: 5 Participants continue personal and theological reflection with integration of leadership principles. Systems thinking, organizational culture, human development theory, and ecclesiology are investigated in the context of the church and leadership. The module also pursues further development and application of essential leadership practices. Practical focus on administrative skills is initiated. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Prerequisite(s): CHMN 747 Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 767 - Formation of Evangelistic Strategy Credits: 5 Provides reflection and experience in contemporary personal, public, media and social networking methodologies as a basis for developing an effective evangelistic strategy. Biblical and practical foundations for empowering and involving people in ministry as well as factors and strategies for multiplying disciples are experienced. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 774 - The Church in the City Credits: 4 This module is an in-depth study of key biblical, theological and contemporary insights into the church in the city. A compassionate vision for the city is fostered. Issues in urban life and corresponding systems are explored. It includes an emphasis on strategic planning that leads to economic and community development. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 775 - Foundations of Chaplaincy Ministry Credits: 4 Examines theoretical and practical implications of biblical, theological and religious foundations for chaplaincy. Explores the history and development of chaplaincy as a pastoral calling, along with the role and function of chaplaincy in the church and community. Discusses ethics, professional practice, and the personal spiritual formation of the chaplain. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 776 - Urban Church Leadership and Management Credits: 5 This module investigates principles, challenges and practices of Christian leadership in the urban context. It includes a theology of leadership, leading and managing specific ministries, how to engage in community organizing, working with the systems effecting life in the city, empowering people, managing change, and managing conflict effectively. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 778 - Church Growth and Discipleship in the Urban Church Credits: 5 An examination of principles for expanding the kingdom of God in the Urban context. The course aspires to help students develop and assess church growth and disciple-making strategies for the urban church from a biblical perspective. A study of effective historical and contemporary models is included. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 779 - Leading Growth Credits: 5 Explores the role of leadership in the evangelistic ministry of the church. Includes vision, equipping, and influence issues relative to the leader as a change agent and as a catalyst for turnaround churches and strategic church planting initiatives. Emphasizes contextualized peer coaching. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 780 - Leading and Managing the Church Organization Credits: 5 Local churches and denominational organizations present challenges in leadership, management, and administration. This module combines previous requirements of the Doctor of Ministry leadership concentration and an informed foundation of biblical leadership to help participants excel in skills like strategic planning, managing change, team building, resource management, communication, mentoring, and coaching. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 785 - Professional Formation in Chaplaincy Ministry Credits: 5 Examines leadership models relevant to chaplaincy. Investigates ethical issues in chaplaincy and the place of chaplaincy within the church and society. Provides opportunities to grow spiritually through processes such as biblical spirituality, devotional reading and journaling. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 786 - Clinical Issues in Care and Counseling Credits: 5 Training in theory and clinical skills related to the clinical setting within the context of spiritual care. Provides education in the following specialty areas: psychological and spiritual assessment, grief recovery, trauma, conflict resolution, and specific disease processes such as HIV/AIDS, cancer, disability, and mental health issues. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 787 - Theory and Research in Health Care Chaplaincy Credits: 5 Examines current research on spirituality and health, as well as theological understanding of spiritual care within the clinical context. The theoretical framework is based on psychological, sociological, and theological literature. Enables participants to have a better understanding of the lived experience of the people to whom they minister. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 788 - Professional Practice in Chaplaincy Credits: 4 Explores various leadership roles and functions involved in chaplaincy. Includes professional conduct, leadership, ethics, interdisciplinary consultation, and interdepartmental relations. Promotes the integration of the chaplain into institutional life. Teaches how to conduct workshops and organize support groups. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 789 - The Missional Church Credits: 5 This module identifies and examines the characteristics of the missional church. Biblical faithfulness in discipleship and mission priority on the congregational level are further examined. Case studies of successful contemporary models for local church evangelism are explored. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 890 - Directed Reading Credits: 1–6 Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHMN 905 - Seminar in Theory and Praxis Credits: 2,3 The interfacing of theory and praxis and their informing each other from a variety of theological, philosophical, sociological, functional, and related aspects. Grade Mode: Normal Sem (A-F,I,DG,DN,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SEM Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Comm & Intl Development
	CIDS 515 - Organization and Human Resources Credits: 3 This course teaches students to apply psychological theories and principles to the inner workings of organizations. The following topics are discussed in detail: employee selection and training, small group behavior, leadership, attitudes and motivation, power and politics, and strategies for fostering organizational change. Students will learn to interpret research findings accurately and responsibly, and there will be a special emphasis on learning to conduct empirical research in organizational settings. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 520 - Development Theory and Practice Credits: 3 Provide an introduction to different theoretical perspectives of development. Review of the history of development which provides a critical and ethical understanding of the social, economic, and political dimension of development in practice. This course addresses a range of processes to address the needs of diverse communities in multiple and complex contexts. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 525 - Ethics in Development Credits: 2 An ethical framework for the understanding of social transformation. Ethical paradigms are explored, as well as historical examples of how development interventions have generated social change. Focus on contemporary approaches to development, revolution and liberation. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 530 - Needs Assessment, Capacity Mapping & Program Planning Credits: 3 Introduction to concepts and methods of conducting a community needs assessment and mapping community capacity to address those needs. Development of skills in selecting, analyzing, understanding, and interpreting assessment outcomes to inform policy and practice. Consider complex interactions between community and international development stakeholders and other factors affecting accountability, project planning, and outcomes. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 535 - Budgeting, Fundraising & Grantsmanship Credits: 2 Program planning based on need and capacity will be used to develop grant proposals to address the need. Hands-on experience is sought, linking classroom instruction and real community situations. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 536 - Development Design & Evaluation Credits: 3 Exploration of various perspectives and approaches to project design, implementation, and evaluation. Understand the context and interdependence of each element of the project management cycle. Building on assessment results, the theory and application of program planning techniques and processes, and the objectives of monitoring and evaluation are introduced. Hands-on experience provides opportunities to exercise skills needed for project design, grant writing, and evaluation techniques. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 540 - International Development:Strategy Design & Implementation Credits: 3 Evolution of international development theory across disciplines. Changing conceptualizations, measurements, processes and effects of development and poverty. Ethnicity, social class, gender, and community influences on socioeconomic processes. Current issues, concerns, and strategic alternatives. Development policy design, strategy, programs, and projects. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 544 - International Development:Cases and Application Credits: 3 This course examines community and international development theory and practice through field study and fieldwork. Issues to be covered may include development and humanitarian aid and response. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 550 - Education for Sustainable Development Credits: 3 Provides an overview of education for sustainability. Focuses on international projects and organizations that address education for sustainable development. Explores education as a means to address development issues such as social justice, poverty, food security, globalization, etc. Covers different educational approaches and models that ensure a healthy environment, vibrant community, and equitable society. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 554 - Poverty Seminar Credits: 3 This seminar will examine the nature, extent and measures of rural and urban poverty, its causes and consequences, and the antipoverty programs proposed by government, activists, anti-poverty organizations such as NGOs, academic community and international and bilateral aid organizations. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 555 - Development Policy and Analysis Credits: 3 Examine the processes that lead to the formulation, adoption, implementation, and evaluation of development policies and programs across countries. Study types of policies, policy design, and policy tools. Develop skills of political and bureaucratic analysis that can improve policy analysis, policy decision-making, and policy implementation for sustainable development. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 560 - Political Economy of Development Credits: 3 Overview of the political economy of developing countries and the complex interplay of international system, international economic and political economy factors that influence development initiatives and outcomes. Discuss the relation of globalization, trade, aid, and international economic and development institutions on development activity. Specific topics include development and economic policy, civil society, alternative development models, democracy, authoritarianism, sustainable development and gender. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 565 - Institutions in Development Credits: 3 Overview of the effect of formal and informal institutions on development, combining in-depth case studies of a variety of domestic and international institutions with theoretical and empirical insights from development disciplines (comparative politics, political economy, international relations, and economics). Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 570 - Governance in Developing Countries Credits: 3 Discusses basic theories and concepts of governance and its relation to development. Examines how domestic institutions, historic legacies, socioeconomic factors, non-state actors, conflict, and democratization process affect the quality of government and level of development. Addresses the challenges of development from a governance perspective. Special attention will be given to developing countries. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 575 - Topics in Community & International Development Credits: 1–6 This topic course could be used to register for a study tour. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 578 - Study Tour Credits: 0 Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 580 - Organizational & Community Leadership Credits: 1,2 Focus on leadership theories and strategies. Students develop the capacity to apply these theories and strategies adaptively in leadership situations within organizational and community context. Students explore how leadership styles, communication, planning, organizing, decision making, and marketing impact organizational and community change. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 585 - Gender, Economic Development, and Poverty Reduction Credits: 3 Introduces the linkages between gender equality and growth & poverty-reduction, and enhances students’ ability to participate in the design and implementation of poverty-reduction strategies. Explores the concepts of gender inequality as it relates to poverty; discusses the importance of gender issues in economic development and how they relate to attaining the Millennium Development Goals. Other concepts to be covered: Access to education, health, labor markets, employment opportunities, and productive resources as they affect growth. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 590 - Issues in Gender and Development Credits: 3 Familiarizes students with the main analytic debates in the field of gender and development. Institutional domains (households, family and kinship, the market, the community and the state) through which gender relations are both defined and transformed receive separate attention. An introductory survey of conceptual approaches to gender is followed by a treatment of central topics which include: the move from WID (women in development) to GAD (gender and development) as critical perspectives in development studies, conceptual approaches to households, men and masculinities in development, globalization and women’s employment, gender, state and governance, women’s movements and state-civil society relations, gender, conflict and post-conflict, and an appraisal of prospects for gender-aware planning and empowerment. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 631 - Professional Development Seminar Credits: 0.5,1 An overview of salient issues and problems related to the topic; an orientation to communities of researchers and professionals working on the topic; an inventory of baseline competencies of persons professing expertise on the topic; and a survey of the opportunities for professional involvement related to the concentration. To be taken during the first fall semester a student is in the program. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 1 credit Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 632 - Portfolio Development Seminar Credits: 1 ring a student’s final year in the program. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Seminar Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 650 - Project Continuation Credits: 0 Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with advisor approvals only. Registration for this title indicates full-time status. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 655 - Program Continuation Credits: 0 Students may register for this non-credit continuation course to maintain active status. For additional information on active status, please refer to p. 56 in the bulletin. Registration does not indicate full-time status. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 660 - Thesis Continuation Credits: 0 Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with advisor approvals only. Registration for this title indicates full-time status. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 665 - Preparation for Comprehensive Exams Credits: 0 Advisor approval required. Registration for this title indicates fulltime status. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 670 - Comprehensive Exam Credits: 0 Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 677 - Colloquium Credits: 1 The course provides a forum for development and peer review of research projects by CIDP graduate students. It is required for all students to submit at least one paper for presentation at a professional conference or at least one article for publication in a professional journal before graduation. The course is to be taken during the student’s first Spring semester in the program. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 680 - Field Practicum Credits: 1,2 Students integrate course content and theory into practice during a 300-hour field practicum coordinated with each student’s research project and/or concentration that is the concluding requirement for the concentration. 260 hours may be done with the student’s primary employer, but all students must complete one week (40 hours) in an external organization. Students must submit a practicum proposal indicating approval from a sponsoring organization and learning objectives. Upon completion, the student submits a practicum portfolio. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): CIDS 520, CIDS 530, and 2 courses in concentration. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 2 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 689 - Seminar Credits: 1–3 Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 690 - Independent Study Credits: 1–3 Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 697 - Portfolio Project Credits: 2 Students prepare and defend their portfolios. Each student reviews and documents his/her learning and personal goal attainment, and explores issues related to career development and life-long learning. Students will include at least one significant research project. Registration for this title indicates full-time status. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 698 - Research Project Credits: 2,3 A research project is carried out by a master’s degree candidate in which the student’s mastery of the research process is demonstrated. A typical end product might be a community assessment study, a program evaluation study, a best practice benchmarking study, or a problem-solving study. Registration for this title indicates full-time status. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 699 - Master’s Thesis Credits: 3,4 Registration for this title indicates full-time status. Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Communication
	COMM 104 - Communication Skills Credits: 3 Study of the human communication process—including a multicultural perspective and the importance of diversity—focusing on interactions with oneself, with one other person, with a small group, and within public-speaking situations. Transfer students, juniors, and seniors meet the General Education requirement by taking one of the following: COMM320, 436, or 456. Communication majors who transfer in take COMM 320, COMM 436 or COMM 456. $ - Course or lab fee Delivery: Interactive online option available Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 104V - Communication Skills Credits: 3 Study of the human communication process—including a multicultural perspective and the importance of diversity—focusing on interactions with oneself, with one other person, with a small group, and within public-speaking situations. Transfer students, juniors, and seniors meet the General Education requirement by taking one of the following: COMM320, 436, or 456. Communication majors who transfer in take COMM 320, COMM 436 or COMM 456. $ - Course or lab fee Delivery: Self-paced online course Grade Mode: Self-Paced (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Self-Paced College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 215 - Introduction to Communication Theory Credits: 4 A study of classical and modern theories of rhetoric, interpersonal communication, language, and the role of communication in establishing social reality and a sample research project. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 230 - Communication Practices Credits: 1 A foundational course which introduces students to the study of the human communication process and career opportunities in the field of communication. Majors and minors are advised to complete this course. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 280 - Voice and Diction Credits: 3 Through vocal analysis and studying the production and differentiation of sound units in the English language, students identify and develop vocal strengths and identify and remedy vocal problems. Students learn to use their voices to achieve maximum understanding and pleasure. Includes theory, practice exercises, public performances, and an introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 290 - Practicum Credits: 1–3 Supervised work experience in journalism, public relations, or another aspect of communication. A minimum of 75 clock hours of work experience is required. Obtain procedures and guidelines from the department. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 320 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: 3 Emphasis is placed on interpersonal skills for the workplace. Students examine components of interpersonal communication such as listening, perception, managing conflict, etc., then apply specific strategies to build relationships. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 389 - Internship in Communication Credits: 1–3 Students work full time at communication enterprises. At least 90 clock hours per credit of work experience are required. Obtain procedures and guidelines from the department. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 405 - Persuasion Credits: 3 The analysis of persuasive appeals from the point of view of a critical consumer plus practical experience, oral and written, in ethically persuading others. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): COMM 104 or COMM 230 or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 425 - Media Literacy Credits: 3 A critical and experiential approach to information conveyed through the mass media. It includes an introduction to myth and meaning and the importance of understanding prevailing ideologies in the context of a Christian world view and a sense of identity. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 432 - Research Methods in Communication Credits: 3 An introduction to methods including textual analysis, qualitative, quantitative, ethnomethodology. Specific emphasis on methods in Public Relations, Journalism and Media Studies. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 435 - Crisis Communications Credits: 3 Understanding communication during crisis conditions. Planning, preventing and anticipating Public Relations emergencies. Preparing a crisis communication’s plan including internal and external consulting factors. Implementing Public Relations activities including understanding and handling the media and the press, explaining technical information, communicating about risks and responding to warnings. Notification priorities and protocols. Developing information centers and methods and tools for disseminating information during emergencies. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 436 - Intercultural Communication Credits: 3 Students examine the relationship between culture and communication and the ways culture influences values and perceptions. Discussion and activities help students develop and apply analytic and communication skills which enable them to interact with cultural sensitivity and communicate more effectively in intercultural, interethnic, and cross-gender contexts. Particularly useful for students in business, behavioral sciences, education, and theology. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 445 - Family Communication Credits: 3 A study of the family from a communication perspective (odd years). $ - Course or lab fee Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 446 - Gender Communication Credits: 3 The study of the interactive relationships between gender and communication as experienced in various contexts such as personal relationships, school and work settings (even years). $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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CHMN 625 - Demographics and Urban Studies

CHMN 627 - Black Preaching

CHMN 629 - Sacred Music in the African-American Tradition

CHMN 630 - Leadership Development

CHMN 631 - Field Evangelistic Preaching

CHMN 632 - Contextualized Preaching

CHMN 633 - Preaching the Literary Forms of the Bible

CHMN 635 - Broadcast Evangelism

CHMN 637 - Seminar in Preaching

CHMN 638 - Seminar in Leadership

CHMN 639 - Seminar in Evangelism

CHMN 640 - Seminar in Pastoral Counseling

CHMN 641 - Practicum in Military Chaplaincy

CHMN 644 - Seminar in Chaplaincy Ministries

CHMN 645 - Seminar in Marriage and Family Problems

CHMN 646 - Seminar in Specialized Ministries

CHMN 647 - Christian Education in the African-American Church

CHMN 651 - Foundations of Biblical Counseling

CHMN 654 - History and Theology in Adventist Worship

CHMN 655 - Dynamic Group Strategies

CHMN 656 - Holistic Small Groups

CHMN 659 - Practicum in Pastoral Care and Counseling

CHMN 660 - Field Practicum

CHMN 662 - Field Evangelistic Preaching Practicum

CHMN 665 - Advanced Pastoral Counseling

CHMN 667 - Health Evangelism

CHMN 669 - Advanced Holistic Small Groups

CHMN 680 - Preaching from Selected Books of the Bible

CHMN 690 - Independent Study

CHMN 704 - Incarnational Missional Church

CHMN 713 - Transformational Leadership and Organic Systems Thinking

CHMN 714 - Discipling Leaders for Mission

CHMN 724 - Recovering the Life and Growth of the New Testament Church

CHMN 743 - Prophetic Preaching in the Worship Context

CHMN 744 - A History of Preaching

CHMN 747 - Christian Leadership

CHMN 748 - Preaching the Literary Forms of the Bible

CHMN 760 - Advanced Leadership Competencies

CHMN 767 - Formation of Evangelistic Strategy

CHMN 774 - The Church in the City

CHMN 775 - Foundations of Chaplaincy Ministry

CHMN 776 - Urban Church Leadership and Management

CHMN 778 - Church Growth and Discipleship in the Urban Church

CHMN 779 - Leading Growth

CHMN 780 - Leading and Managing the Church Organization

CHMN 785 - Professional Formation in Chaplaincy Ministry

CHMN 786 - Clinical Issues in Care and Counseling

CHMN 787 - Theory and Research in Health Care Chaplaincy

CHMN 788 - Professional Practice in Chaplaincy

CHMN 789 - The Missional Church

CHMN 890 - Directed Reading

CHMN 905 - Seminar in Theory and Praxis

CIDS 515 - Organization and Human Resources

CIDS 520 - Development Theory and Practice

CIDS 525 - Ethics in Development

CIDS 530 - Needs Assessment, Capacity Mapping & Program Planning

CIDS 535 - Budgeting, Fundraising & Grantsmanship

CIDS 536 - Development Design & Evaluation

CIDS 540 - International Development:Strategy Design & Implementation

CIDS 544 - International Development:Cases and Application

CIDS 550 - Education for Sustainable Development

CIDS 554 - Poverty Seminar

CIDS 555 - Development Policy and Analysis

CIDS 560 - Political Economy of Development

CIDS 565 - Institutions in Development

CIDS 570 - Governance in Developing Countries

CIDS 575 - Topics in Community & International Development

CIDS 578 - Study Tour

CIDS 580 - Organizational & Community Leadership

CIDS 585 - Gender, Economic Development, and Poverty Reduction

CIDS 590 - Issues in Gender and Development

CIDS 631 - Professional Development Seminar

CIDS 632 - Portfolio Development Seminar

CIDS 650 - Project Continuation

CIDS 655 - Program Continuation

CIDS 660 - Thesis Continuation

CIDS 665 - Preparation for Comprehensive Exams