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2018-2019 Graduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


Courses offered only online or both online and on-ground are indicated with (**)asterisks.

 

University College

  
  • UNIV 7000 - Fndtns Liberal Studies **

    (3) Analytical introduction to graduate liberal studies and its theoretical framework; readings in and concerning the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
  
  • UNIV 7002 - Seminar in University Studies

    (3) Analysis of contemporary issues and trends in various topics. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
  
  • UNIV 7003 - Special Topics

    (3) Selected topics course based on current as well as emerging issues and/or trends of topical interest.
  
  • UNIV 7003 - Writing - Prof & Lib Studies

    (3)
  
  • UNIV 7004 - Special Topics

    (3)
  
  • UNIV 7005 - Special Topics

    (3)
  
  • UNIV 7100 - Rsrch/Intrdiscipl Study **

    (3) Methods of inquiry and research appropriate to interdisciplinary studies.
  
  • UNIV 7110 - Internship

    (1-6) Experiential learning allowing students the opportunity to supplement academic instruction and demonstrate application as well as development of knowledge and skills in a practical setting related to student’s educational objectives.
  
  • UNIV 7111 - Data-Based Decision-making

    (3) This course will examine how you interpret research data and turn it into useful or meaningful information. Students will study the use of business intelligence to prepare and present useful information in supporting conclusions and decision-making.
  
  • UNIV 7115 - Experiential Learning Credit

    (1-9) A systematic process for evaluating and credentialing graduate-level learning gained in a variety of contexts. Students will provide documentation of graduate-level knowledge and skills garnered in non-traditional settings to expert faculty reviewers.
  
  • UNIV 7200 - Liberal Studies Sem **

    (3) Interdisciplinary examination of major issue, historical period, theme. Subject matter will change from semester to semester.
  
  • UNIV 7210 - Rise and Fall of Empires

    (3) May serve as a course substitute for UNIV 7200 Liberal Studies Seminar.
  
  • UNIV 7300 - Prof Issues & Ethics

    (3) Classical approaches to ethics presented with their application to decision points confronted in various professions, as well as analysis of issues of diversity and moral responsibility in professional practice.
  
  • UNIV 7350 - Globalization&Professns

    (3) Examines relationship between globalization and the professions.
  
  • UNIV 7700 - Graduate Student Internships

    (0)
  
  • UNIV 7796 - Independent Study

    (1-3) Research into interdisciplinary area of study supportive of individualized MALS program. May be repeated once.
  
  • UNIV 7997 - Special Project **

    (3) Supervised research based upon knowledge and skills learned in MALS program. Creative or performance component acceptable.
  
  • UNIV 7998 - Professional Project

    (3) Supervised research that serves as the integrative culmination for the Master of Professional Studies student.
  
  • UNIV 8000 - Foundations of Liberal Studies

    (3) Analytical introduction to graduate liberal studies and its theoretical framework; readings in and concerning the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. NOTE: Must be taken during the first semester in the DLS program. PREREQUISITE(S): Approval of DLS program coordinator.
  
  • UNIV 8200 - Liberal Studies Seminar

    (3) Interdisciplinary examination of major issue, historical period, theme. Subject matter will change from semester to semester. PREREQUISITE(S): Admission to DLS program or permission of instructor and DLS program coordinator.

Urban Affair and Public Policy

  
  • SUAP 7100 - Public Policy Statistic

    (3) Introduction to processes of conducting statistical analyses of data relevant to public issues, problems, and policies in the areas of public administration, criminal justice, planning, and health administration; particular emphasis on providing an understanding of statistical concepts and techniques necessary for empirical analysis and decision-making.
  
  • SUAP 8100 - Public Policy Statistic

    (3) Introduction to processes of conducting statistical analyses of data relevant to public issues, problems, and policies in the areas of public administration, criminal justice, planning, and health administration; particular emphasis on providing an understanding of statistical concepts and techniques necessary for empirical analysis and decision-making.
  
  • UAPP 8010 - Exploration of Urban Research Theory

    (3) Team taught survey course provides critical examination of the theories and theoretical frameworks of the multiple social science disciplines central to the Urban Affairs PhD curriculum. Explores theories relevant to urbanism and urban environments, their structures, the processes of urbanization, urban power and economics, industrial and post-industrial cities, and other urban forces. Covers urban theories ranging from classical to contemporary theoretical perspectives. PREREQUISITE(S): Permission of instructor.
  
  • UAPP 8011 - Scope/Methods in Urban Affairs Research

    (3) General and interdisciplinary approach to conducting research in social science, with an emphasis on applications in urban affairs. Considers conceptual questions and scientific research as a type of inquiry. Covers formulating research questions, designing studies, collecting and analyzing data. Students formulate original research projects. PREREQUISITE(S): Permission of instructor.
  
  • UAPP 8012 - Collaborative Urban Problem Solving I

    (3) Collaborative Urban Problem Solving I is a required course for PhD in Urban Affairs. It is the first course in a two-course sequence that is generally completed in the student’s second year of study. This course serves as the synthesis mechanism for the PhD program, which is 1) interdisciplinary, 2) geared at preparing researchers to address urban or metropolitan issues, and 3) designed to give students the opportunity to learn through engaging in local research that benefits the greater Memphis community. PREREQUISITE(S): Permission of instructor.
  
  • UAPP 8013 - Collaborative Urban Problem Solving II

    (3) Second course in a two-course sequence that is generally completed in the student’s second year of study. This course serves as the synthesis mechanism for the Urban Affairs and Public Policy PhD program, which is 1) interdisciplinary, 2) geared at preparing researchers to address urban or metropolitan issues, and 3) designed to give students the opportunity to learn through engaging in local research that benefits the greater Memphis community. Students will work collaboratively (internally and externally) to address a complex community challenge. PREREQUISITE(S): Permission of instructor.

Women’s and Gender Studies

  
  • WMST 7320 - Women&Multi-Cultrl Exp

    (3) Interdisciplinary study of women’s creativity and representation, including aspects of race, gender, and sexuality; focusing on theoretical approaches to and artistic practices in women’s lives.
  
  • WMST 7340 - Independent Study

    (3) Readings and written assignments designed to provide additional comprehension of ideas and skills related to a student’s concentration.
  
  • WMST 8380 - Public Presntn Research

    (3)
 

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