Minor – Leadership
Online
15
| Code | Name | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Code: LDST 211 | Foundations of Leadership: Theory & Exemplars | Credits: 3 | This cornerstone course introduces foundational leadership theories and Biblical models. Students examine transformational, servant, LMX, and other leadership approaches while reflecting on Christ-centered exemplars. Emphasis is placed on traits, values, skills, ethics, and the development of a personal leadership philosophy rooted in both academic study and Christian conviction. |
| Code: LDST 320 | Systems Thinking & Strategic Complexity | Credits: 3 | Examines systems thinking frameworks and organizational complexity. Students learn to map systems, identify interdependencies, and apply feedback loops for adaptive leadership. Emphasis is placed on Biblical principles of wholeness and stewardship as students practice scenario planning, complexity navigation, and risk-based decision-making to sustain mission-driven organizations. Prerequisite: LDST 211. |
| Code: LDST 331 | Ethical Leadership in the Digital Age | Credits: 3 | This course analyzes leadership ethics in a digital era shaped by AI, data surveillance, misinformation, and environmental-social-governance (ESG) responsibilities. Students explore moral frameworks, Biblical ethics, and cultural challenges. Emphasis is placed on navigating ambiguity, applying ethical reasoning, and leading with integrity across technological, generational, and cross-cultural contexts. Cross-listed with ACCT 320 and MGMT 331. |
| Code: LDST 355 | Strategic Communication & Emotional Intelligence | Credits: 3 | This course develops advanced leadership communication through research and best practices. Students study self-awareness, empathy, motivation, and influence in decision-making, vision casting, and conflict resolution. Emphasis is placed on emotional intelligence and Biblical principles to build trust, humility, and effective communication across diverse, multicultural, and digital environments. Prerequisite: LDST 211. |
| Code: LDST 445 | Strategic Leadership, Planning, & Foresight | Credits: 3 | Develops students’ capacity for vision-driven, agile leadership in dynamic environments. Students explore long-range planning, scenario development, and foresight tools such as SWOT and environmental scanning. Emphasis is placed on discerning emerging trends, creating adaptive strategies, and applying Biblically grounded leadership to navigate uncertainty and steward opportunities wisely. Prerequisite: LDST 211. |
Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.
Course fees
| ANIM100 | Fundamentals of Animation | $200 |
| ANIM103 | Introduction to Digital Art | $200 |
| ANIM112 | Fund/2D Comp. Based Animation | $200 |
| ANIM115 | Intro to Sound & Motion Graphics | $200 |
| ANIM121 | Fundamentals of Design | $200 |
| ANIM203 | Introduction to 3-D Animation | $200 |
| ANIM210 | Writing for Animation | $70 |
| ANIM213 | CharactDesign/Rigging/Anim | $200 |
| ANIM218 | Adv 2-D Comp Anim Tech | $200 |
| ANIM222 | The Art of the Storyboard | $200 |
| ANIM310 | Business Planning for Media | $70 |
| ANIM314 | Adv 3-D Animation Techniques | $200 |
| ANIM340 | History of Animation | $70 |
| ANIM400 | Portfolio Preparation | $200 |
| ANIM413 | Motion Graphics for Film & TV | $200 |
| ANIM415 | Animation in 3D | $200 |
| ANIM450 | Special Effects Film/Video | $200 |
| ANIM480 | Production Practicum | $200 |
| ANIM489 | Animation Workshop | $200 |
| ANIM495 | Internship | $70 |
| ANIM496 | Culminating Project | $200 |
| ARTA120 | Introduction to Drawing | $70 |
| ARTA121 | Fundamentals of Design | $200 |
| ARTA201 | Comparative Anatomy & Figure Drawing | $200 |
| ARTA312 | 3-D Design Methods | $200 |
| ARTA320 | Painting 1 | $200 |
| ARTA401 | Advanced Drawing | $200 |
| BIOL101 | Intro to Bio w/Lab | $70 |
| BIOL121 | General Biology I | $70 |
| BIOL122 | General Biology II | $70 |
| BIOL201 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | $70 |
| BIOL202 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II | $70 |
| BIOL321 | General Microbiology | $200 |
| BIOL421 | Immunology | $200 |
| BUSN470 | Strategic Management | $50 |
| CHEM121 | General Chemistry I | $70 |
| CHEM122 | General Chemistry II | $70 |
| CHEM221 | Organic Chemistry I | $70 |
| CHEM222 | Organic Chemistry II | $70 |
| CHEM421 | Biochemistry | $200 |
| CRJU460 | Senior Research/CrimJus | $30 |
| CTVU129 | Fundamentals of Production | $200 |
| CTVU246 | Cinematography | $200 |
| CTVU256 | Fundamentals/Post Production | $200 |
| CTVU258 | Sound Design | $200 |
| CTVU310 | Screenwriting | $200 |
| CTVU327 | Film Producing | $200 |
| CTVU350 | Fundamentals of TV Production | $200 |
| CTVU370 | Editing | $200 |
| CTVU427 | Film Producing | $200 |
| CTVU480 | Production Practicum | $200 |
| CTVU495 | Internship | $70 |
| CTVU496 | Senior Project | $200 |
| ENGL485 | English Senior Seminar | $40 |
| GENE100 | Making of the Christian Mind | $75 |
| GENE402 | Making of the Christian Leader | $75 |
| GOVT493 | Senior Sem in Government | $30 |
| HIST207 | Western Civilization I | $25 |
| HIST401 | Historiography & Research Meth | $30 |
| MATH440 | History of Mathematics | $25 |
| MUSI347 | Sight Reading/Musical Performa | $70 |
| MUSI348 | Ensemble Performance | $70 |
| MUSI380 | Voice Practicum | $70 |
| NSCI270 | Natur/Sci/Ethics w/ Laboratory | $70 |
| NSCI499 | Thesis Research and Writing | $70 |
| PHYS221 | General Physics I | $70 |
| PHYS222 | General Physics II | $70 |
| THEU105 | Stagecraft | $200 |
| THEU132 | Basic Acting 1 | $200 |
| THEU181 | Pract/TheatreProd:Costume | $70 |
| THEU221 | Movement for the Stage | $200 |
| THEU 227 | Makeup for the Theatre | $200 |
| THEU232 | Basic Acting 2 | $200 |
| THEU234 | Voice/Diction for Stage 1 | $200 |
| THEU251 | Improvisation | $200 |
| THEU312 | Stage Combat | $200 |
| THEU323 | Principles of Theatre Design | $200 |
| THEU324 | Stage & Theatre Management | $70 |
| THEU330 | Screen Acting 1 | $200 |
| THEU337 | Voice/Diction for Stage 2 | $200 |
| THEU375 | SpTp: Playwriting | $60 (fees vary per section) |
| THEU380 | Voice Practicum | $70 |
| THEU402 | Modern Drama | $70 |
| THEU405 | Theatre History 1 | $70 |
| THEU406 | Theatre History 2 | $70 |
| THEU420 | Performance Studio | $70 |
| THEU496 | Portfolio | $70 |
| UED480A | Practicum I | $70 |
| UED480B | Practicum II | $70 |
| UED495 | Field Experience/Student Teach | $200 |
| ACCT472 | Advanced Accounting II | $50 |
| ANIM115 | Intro to Sound & Motion Graphics | $200 |
| ANIM121 | Fundamentals of Design | $70 |
| BUSN470 | Strategic Management | $50 |
| CRJU460 | Senior Research/CrimJus | $30 |
| CTVU480 | Production Practicum | $70 |
| CTVU495 | Internship | $70 |
| ENGL485 | English Senior Seminar | $40 |
| GENE100 | Making of the Christian Mind | $75 |
| GENE402 | Making of the Christian Leader | $75 |
| GOVT493 | Senior Sem in Government | $30 |
| HIST401 | Historiography & Research Meth | $30 |