BBA in Human Resources Management -Rafik Hariri University

BBA in Human Resources Management

Total Credits

Program Overview

The Human Resource Management program offers students a unique experience into the operational and strategic activities of the HR function present in most organizations. A thought-provoking curriculum flavoured with experiential learning opportunities, and taught by experienced and internationally certified faculty; presents a state of the art platform from which HRM graduates can launch their careers.

The program offers a modern blend of knowledge, drawn from primarily from the fields of law and regulations, economics and commerce and the social sciences, which would enable effective management of people and relationships.

Program Goals and Objectives

The purpose of the Human Resources Management Program at the College of Business Administration of Rafik Hariri University is an integrative composite of four main dimensions: General and Specialized Business Knowledge, Employability, Critical Thinking, and Growth Potential.

General and Specialized Business Knowledge

Goal 1: Prepare graduates with an effective level of professional competence in critical HRM tasks and activities.

Objective 1: Apply essential business knowledge and skills in problem solving and decision making.

Objective 2: Demonstrate knowledge of standard HR functions like recruitment, selection, compensation & benefits, training & development, and performance management, in accordance with legal requirements and professional best practices.

Employability

Goal 2: Equip graduates with knowledge and skills which would facilitate their placement in business management and HRM.

Objective 3: Demonstrate employability skills adequate for challenging entry and middle level professional positions and/or in self-employment.

Critical Thinking

Goal 3: Promote critical thinking, as well as ethically responsible conduct in all aspects of business.

Objective 4: Identify problematic issues in business, analyze them, and present plausible solutions.

Objective 5: Recognize ethical dilemmas in business and respond to them according to standard codes of conduct, ethics and best practice.

Growth Potential

Goal 4: Provide graduates with knowledge and skills that enable them to advance in a dynamic global business environment, and to seek academic and/or professional growth opportunities.

Objective 6: Demonstrate knowledge of managerial best practices qualifying graduates for advancement, professional certification, or pursuit of graduate education.

Career Opportunities

For those who pursue a professional career, business graduates majoring in HRM normally embark on a career path starting as “HR specialist” in one of the functions of HR at a large organization, or as an “HR generalist” in the HR department of a small firm. From there, they can advance to upper level managerial positions. For HRM graduates pursuing an academic career, they can move forward by electing a graduate and postgraduate-studies path in the domain of general management or HRM, leading them to careers in academia and research.

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Courses

University Requirements (30 cr.)

Humanities/Fine Arts (3 cr.)

ENGL 203 - Introduction to English Drama 3

This course is a study of selected and representative plays of different periods. Added to broadening the student’s understanding and appreciation of literature, The chief aim of the course is to develop the student’s critical thinking and analysis and to encourage original responses to literary expression in well-developed oral and written criticism. Co-requisite: English 210.

ENGL 213 - Creative Writing 3

This course introduces students to the process and practice of imaginative writing. Students will read works of fiction, creative nonfiction and poetry, and will learn techniques for writing in those genres.

ENGL 214 - Introduction to English Poetry 3

This course introduces freshman students to poets whose poetry is of intrinsic literary merit. In addition to broadening the students’ understanding and appreciation of literature, the chief aim of the course is to develop the student’s critical thinking and analysis and to encourage original responses to literary expression in well-developed oral and written criticism. Co-requisite: English 210.

ENGL 215 - Introduction to American Literature 3

This is a course which explores the works of major literary figures and authors representing different literary schools from the sixteenth century to modern times. Students will closely examine selected texts as literary achievements and set them within the historical context and framework of American culture. Co-requisite: English 210.

ENGL 220 - Introduction to Literature 3

This course is an introduction to literature through works of fiction, poetry, and drama. It introduces students to the pleasures of reading literature and to interpretative approaches to literature. It aims to provide students with competence in critical thinking and practice in close reading and analysis, knowledge of the formal characteristics of each genre, and appreciation of literary excellence. Readings include a variety of short stories, poems and plays selected from a wide range of British, American and World literature. Co-requisite: English 210.

ENGL 230 - Shakespeare’s Plays 3

In this course, students study representative comedies, histories, and tragedies by Shakespeare. The plays are read intensively and understood in the context of the theatrical conventions of the period and the culture of play going in early modern England, as well as the social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the period. Co-requisite: English 210.

FADR 215 - History of Art 3

This course explores the major forms of artistic expression from the ancient world to the present from a variety of cultural perspectives. Students learn how to look at and analyze works of art within their historical context, and how to articulate what they see or experience in a meaningful way. This course covers Pre- Renaissance, Renaissance, Post Renaissance and the rich layers of 19th and 20th Century Modern Art up until the manifestations of our present day.

HIST 210 - History of England 3

This broad survey course provides a narrative of British history from 1066 through the present, including political, social and cultural developments. Prerequisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 350 - History of the Arabs in the Classical Period 3

This is an elective course whose major objectives are to familiarize students with the Arab peoples’ history. The course’s emphasis will be to explain: The early Arab conquests of Bilad al-Sham, Egypt, Persia, North Africa, the internal civil strife inside the early Muslim community, the emergence and development of the Umayyad caliphate, and the emergence and development of the Abbasid Empire. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 360 - Contemporary History 3

This is an elective course whose major objectives are to familiarize students with contemporary issues in order to enhance their level from historical and cultural points of view. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 365 - History of Europe in the Middle East 3

This course examines the ties between Europe and the Middle East in the 19th and 20th centuries, focusing on the reaction of Middle Eastern societies to European intervention and influence. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

HIST 370 - The Economic and Social History of the Middle East 3

This is an elective course whose main objective is to familiarize students with various events that shaped the evolution of social and economic developments of the Middle East to enhance their level from the historical and economical dimensions. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 301 - Major Trends in Philosophy 3

This is a study of some major topics in philosophy. The course emphasizes theory of knowledge, theory of mind, determinism and free will, and morality and ethical values. Along with some assigned readings, students will watch movies, the analysis of which will help them comprehend the content of the course better. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 302 - Introduction to Formal Logic 3

This course is a standard introduction to the formal techniques of argument analysis. Formal logic was invented to mirror and evaluate mathematical reasoning; however, this course will concentrate on the relationship between formal logic and everyday reasoning and consequently language usage in general. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 303 - Introduction to Ethics 3

People often wonder about what makes good ways to live and right ways to act. They also speculate about what is the best way of life, what action is right, and what sort of authority moral claims have over us. The course introduces students to the major moral theories and thinkers that address these types of questions. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 307 - Business Ethics 3

This course is an introduction to contemporary philosophical thinking on ethical issues in business. Students will be exposed to important ethical issues they might face; asked to give sound ethical judgment to problems they might face in their line of work; helped become armed with a set of codes that will prepare them to confront and resolve ethical dilemmas they might encounter at work; and enabled to apply the techniques for analyzing and resolving ethical problems when they arise Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PHIL 310 - Philosophers of Peace 3

This course introduces students to peace building and conflict prevention through the examination of the main theories on peace and security. It examines ideas of Thucydides, Aristotle, Erasmus Grotius, Kant, Gandhi and other thinkers for whole peace was a high value. It develops students’ critical skills and understanding necessary to translate their academic learning to specific practical situations, such those posed by peace building either with the UN, governments, or NGOs. It helps to understand the complex and interconnected challenges to peace and provides knowledge to meet these challenges. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

Social Sciences/Culture (6 cr.)

CMNS 301 - Mass Media Essentials 3

This course aims to familiarize students with the concepts and vocabulary used in various fields of communication, understanding the development of mass communication in political, economic, social, and cultural contexts. The course addresses media’s influence on society and societal influence in shaping the news process, advertising, and public relations. Students are introduced to media-related research methods. Co-requisite: English 210.

CMNS 310 - Persuasion 3

Through reading, writing and speech, students will become familiar with the persuasive strategy described in Aristotle’s Rhetoric, and consider how that strategy can be employed in professional and personal situations in writing, public speaking and negotiation. Co-requisite: English 210.

CMNS 320 - Creative Nonfiction 3

In this course students will learn rhetorical modes in short essays and journalism, including memoir, reportage and reflective essays. Students will practice a writing style that focuses on conciseness and clarity, effective oral presentations, and the reading of articles, essays and other materials of increasing complexity. Co-requisite: English 210.

CMNS 330 - Arab and International Media 3

This course offers students a comparative study of international media, with particular focus on the media in Arab countries, including mass media and social media. Co-requisite: English 210.

CMNS 340 - Media and Public Relations Writing 3

This introductory-level course is designed to develop and strengthen general writing skills, and to help students learn the formats and conventions of media and public relations writing, including newspapers, magazines, web and interactive media, advertising copy, press releases, talking points, media alerts, public service announcements, newsletters and social media. It also addresses ethical issues related to writing in these fields. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

CMNS 350 - Mass and Digital Communication Ethics 3

This course addresses the ethical problems that arise in the fields of journalism, public relations and advertising, particularly in today’s digital media environment. Prerequisite: CMNS 301.

CMNS 401 - Peace Communication: Media and Conflict Resolution 3

This course integrates methods, perspectives and concepts of Peace Studies, Culture Communication and Peace Journalism to explain contemporary debates in the global public sphere. It considers how cultural stereotypes about ideology, religion and culture frame Arabs and Americans in the mass media. RHU students will engage with students from collaborating universities in the United States in online, asynchronous conversation and participate in shared projects that explore the role of the media in influencing Arab and American relations. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

CMNS 410 - Public Speaking 3

This course is designed to provide both a practical introduction to the fundamental principles of public speaking and a forum for practicing public speaking skills. Through a variety of instructional strategies (discussion, class workshops, readings, lectures, and presentations), students will learn the processes by which effective speeches are conceived, prepared and delivered. Through practice, students’ confidence in their public speaking ability will increase; principles of effective public speaking will be internalized; existing speaking skills will be reinforced and areas for improvement identified; and effective aspects of speech preparation and delivery in a variety of speech contexts demonstrated. Co-requisite: English 210.

CVLN 303 - Civilization Studies III 3

This course surveys some of the key figures, movements, and texts in cultural studies, from 19th century up to the present time. Concentration will be on the historical, political, religious, cultural, and institutional aspects during this period. Students will read, analyze, and interpret certain primary works in order to gain insight into the contexts in which they originated. Co-requisite: English 210.

EDUC 211 - Fundamentals of Special Education 3

This course provides an introduction to Special Education, particularly addressing current practices. Students are introduced to common learning disabilities and intervention programs, as well as an historical overview of the development of the field of Special Education.

EDUC 360 - Children’s Literature 3

This course draws on the theoretical and practical aspects of the study of literature for children. Students develop both wide familiarity with children's books, and understanding of how children's literature fits into the elementary school curriculum.

EDUC 365 - Art Education 3

This course explores concepts of art, music, drama, and movement for young children. The various methods are used to cover various activities associated with the development of children's physical-motor, social-emotional, and cognitive skills, with providing conditions to develop creativity and aesthetic awareness.

EDUC 415 - Factors in Student Motivation 3

This course will examine motivational factors which influence children’s learning. Topics include attribution theory, teacher influences (expectancy effects), learning structures (competitive vs. cooperative learning), family influences (the socialization of achievement), cultural influences (how cultural background impacts on college performance), and individual differences (intrinsic motivation and sex differences in learning).

ENGL 207 - Introduction to Language 3

This survey course examines current areas in theoretical and applied linguistics including the different levels of structure, the nature of language acquisition, language variation and evolution, and language teaching.

ENGL 300 - Introduction to World Literature 3

The course surveys selected works in English or in translation from non-Anglo American cultural traditions. Texts can be drawn from African, Asian, European, Latin American and Middle Eastern literatures with a focus on their historical and cultural contexts. Prerequisite: ENGL 210.

ENGL 330 - Language Acquisition 3

This course will survey language acquisition theories. It will deal with human language processing, learners’ motivational factors and contextual factors which influence language learning. It will uncover the principles of language acquisition.

PSYC 301 - Introduction to Psychology 3

This course is an introduction to the theories, concepts, and viewpoints that comprise the discipline of psychology. The course is directed toward the understanding of human behavior by dealing with such topics as history of psychology, learning, personality, behavior, motivation, perception, and social psychology, mental health as well as other areas. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 302 - Social Psychology 3

This course is a study of the dynamics and effects of social influences on individual human behavior. In this course, students will explore such topics as attitude changes, social beliefs, roles, conformity to group processes, and prejudices with special attention given to the Middle Eastern perspective. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 303 - Psychology of Personality 3

This course presents the theories of personality including psychoanalytic, behaviorist, humanist, and others, while considering different factors that shape personality and behavior. The study includes methods of assessing personality. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 306 - Psychology of Women 3

This course examines the biological, sociological and cultural influences on the psychology of women. It includes such topics as gender stereotypes, the development of gender roles, gender comparisons, women and work, love relations, women’s physical and mental health, violence against women, and women in later adulthood. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 310 - Positive Psychology 3

This course examines the scientific research on happiness and its practical application in three main areas: positive emotions, positive individual traits and positive institutions. This course also presents practical ways to promote and maintain a sense of well-being and happiness in all aspects of one’s life. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 312 - Children and War 3

This course is intended to help students be aware about the consequences of war and conflicts on the mental health and well-being of children. The course will examine a variety of effects, emphasizing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other psychological conditions that result from war. The course will empower the students with the techniques of working with children affected by war. Prerequisite: None; Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 400 - Conflict Transformation 3

This course explores practical theories for understanding congregational conflict, as well as various perspectives on conflict transformation. Students will engage in reflection on their own styles of dealing with conflict and learn new ways of responding. They will explore practices of dialogue and mediation for addressing conflict interpersonal, small group and congregational settings with the goal of developing an approach to addressing inevitable situations of difference, change and conflict in a variety of situations. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

PSYC 410 - Abnormal Psychology 3

An introduction to the theories of abnormal behaviors, including addiction and substance abuse, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, phobias, schizophrenia and sexual disorders. Students will consider theoretical implications of and treatments for a range of abnormal behavior.

SOCI 210 - Research Methods in the Social Sciences 3

This course is designed for students majoring in psychology, sociology, communications and other social sciences fields. It introduces them to advanced research design and methodology, including statistical analysis. Prerequisite: MATH 220.

SOCI 301 - Introduction to Sociology 3

This course explores a variety of sociological theories and approaches to understanding society. The student will learn about human social life, groups, and societies and will be helped to detect the social influences that shape our lives. The approach used in this course is self-exploratory process that develops individual and social awareness. A secondary objective is discussing methods common to sociology, conflict theory, symbolic interactionism, and feminism. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

SOCI 304 - Introduction to Educational Sociology 3

This course introduces the study of sociological concepts as they apply to the institution of education. Students will examine issues of race, class, status, poverty and bureaucracy in the educational setting. They will also examine current perspectives and research about the social aspects of the learning process.

SOCI 310 - Intercultural Communication 3

This course deals with cultural issues like cultural awareness, enculturation, acculturation and cultural shocks. In this course, students are provided with hands-on activities that promote cultural awareness and equip students with skills for dealing with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. An important part of this course is students’ group research and presentation that reflect all the cultural aspects and some minute details of the culture that they choose to work on. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

SOCI 313 - Interpersonal Communication 3

Students in this course examine communication theory and case studies in order to gain insight into the factors that affect human communications. It aims to improve students’ communication skills and effectiveness, and give them skills that will enhance the quality of their relationships. The course also offers strategies for managing interpersonal conflicts. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

SOCI 340 - Arab Culture and Society 3

This course examines contemporary Arab society, considering its social structures and groups, cultural patterns, and other aspects of the society. Students consider current issues related to Arab culture and society. Prerequisite: SOCI 301.

SOCI 410 - Culture and Identity 3

This course analyzes the role of culture in an individual’s sense of identity, with an emphasis on how it manifests in the Middle East. Prerequisite: SOCI 301.

SOCI 420 - Social Inequalities 3

The course addresses issues such as class, status, and gender inequalities, examining how they affect individuals and society. Prerequisite: SOCI 301.

SOCI 302 - Political Sociology 3

This course tackles the social issues pertaining to the historical and contemporary evolution of various political ideologies. It aims at developing students’ understanding of the social bases of politics and political ideologies along with the recent changes in the socio-political world. Different economic and political philosophies are considered and their effects on the fate of nations and their citizens detected. Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

Quantitative reasoning (3 cr.)

BADM 225 - Business Math 3

Linear equations, supply and demand analysis, non-linear equations, quadratic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, compound interests, geometric series, investments appraisal, Derivatives and marginal revenue-cost-profit, elasticity, functions of several variables, partial elasticity and marginal functions, simple optimizations, indefinite and definite integration, matrix operations and Cramer’s rule.

Community Forethought (3 cr.)

BADM 355 - Business Ethics and Social Responsibility 3

This course introduces students to important ethical and corporate social responsibility issues. It will increase the students’ ability to make decisions by providing them with a framework to identify, analyze and resolve ethical issues in business. Issues such as conflicts between personal values and organizational goals; the role of sustainability in business strategy; corporate governance and development of ethics programs will be also discussed in this course. Prerequisite: ENGL 210.

Communication Competency (6 cr.)

ENGL 210 - English Composition and Rhetoric 3

This course reinforces effective critical reading and writing skills with emphasis on writing documented essays for academic purposes in a varying range of rhetorical modes. More specifically, the student will apply the fundamental principles of English spelling, word usage, grammar, punctuation and style necessary for written communication; write academic essays; proofread and edit a variety of texts; analyze general texts for coherence, style and accuracy in writing; read critically from a variety of discourse modes; summarize, paraphrase and quote sources properly; and cite sources according to APA form. Prerequisite: None. Every semester.

ENGL 217 - Professional English Writing 3

This course is designed to enhance students’ professional writing skills. It is tailored to students pursuing careers in the professions and includes advanced business writing and editing, correspondence, critical review, writing professional reports and proposals, and making oral presentations. Prerequisite: ENGL 210. Every Semester.

Sciences/Technology (3 cr.)

CHEM 210 - Principles of Chemistry 3

This course emphasizes the fundamental principles of chemistry including: stressing atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry, gases, solutions, acids and bases, solution equilibria. Prerequisite: None.

CHEM 211 - Environmental Chemistry and Lab 3

This course provides an opportunity to develop an understanding of several basic environmental functions, the complicated nature of environmental systems, and the need for multidisciplinary solutions to environmental problems. Topics covered include the hydrosphere, water quantity and quality, soil and the soil ecosystem, biological resources, waste disposal, air pollution, ozone depletion, acid rain, global warming. The course also serves a practical experience in different environmental analysis settings including air and water quality. Prerequisite: None.

PSYC 312 - Children and War 3

BIOL 211 - General Biology 3

Topics covered are small/large molecules, organization of the cell, membranes, energy, enzymes and catalysts, basic cell functions, biological control systems.

GEOL 300 - Human Geography: People and Culture 3

Different cultures in different landscapes are compared and contrasted to the Middle East. This course examines the many issues of human population, perception of the environment, diffusion of ideas, and cultural aspects of resource and urban growth. Co-requisite: English 210.

ICT Competency (3 cr.)

BITM 200 - Business Information Technology Management Essentials 3

This course is an introduction to the general and business use of computers. It covers the basics of hardware, the operating system, the internet and software with emphasis on MS Office Suite.

Humanities/Fine Arts - Mandatory (3 cr.)

ARAB 212 - Arabic Language and Communication 2

This course provides the student with basic knowledge of written business communication skills in Arabic and its components, including content, shape and formatting. Students will be given practice on how to write the inquiry letter, the offer or quotation letter, and the negotiation letter. They will be familiarized with the freight methods, the commercial documents, the payment modes, the types of insurance, the banking services and credit facilities and will end with writing curriculum vitae.

College Requirements (41 cr.)

Mandatory Courses (41 cr.)

BACC 201 - Financial Accounting I 3

This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and principles of financial accounting. It covers major areas of financial accounting: generally accepted accounting principles, accounting cycle, financial reporting and the accrual basis of accounting. The internal control and reporting of cash and receivables together with the various acceptable methods for inventory are also covered in this course.

BACC 202 - Financial Accounting II 3

This course is a continuation of BACC 201. It provides the necessary understanding of basic accounting principles and procedures for recording and reporting noncurrent assets and liabilities. It also introduces the students to the accounting practices in formation, income distribution and preparation of financial statements of partnerships and corporations and the preparation of the statement of cash flows, using the indirect method.

Prerequisite: BACC 201.

BADM 230 - Business Law 3

This course introduces the legal framework of business; with emphasis on Lebanese law as it pertains to regulating the conduct of business. Topics include legal concepts, sources of law, types and classes of contracts, legal forms of business organizations, the commercial code and labor issues.

BADM 235 - Business Research Methodology 1

Business Research Methodology is a way to systematically solve a research problem. Accordingly, students are exposed to the various steps generally taken by a researcher in studying the research problem, along with the logic behind them. The main topics of the course include problem definition, research design, types and methods, measurement and scaling, data collection, sampling, and reporting.

BADM 250 - Business Statistics 3

Business Statistics introduces students to the fundamentals of applied statistics. Accordingly, students are exposed to the concepts of statistics as they are directly applied in solving business problems. The course will cover random variables, sampling, probability distributions, expectation, hypothesis testing and confidence intervals, analysis of variance, correlation and simple linear regression.

BADM 290 - Community Engagement Experience

The Community Engagement experience is a specific number of hours of volunteering by students at community organizations under the supervision of a faculty member. Community organizations may include governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, and civil society organizations.

BADM 350 - Business Statistics II 3

Business Statistics II is the second of a two-course series that introduces students to the fundamentals of applied multivariate statistics. The focus in this course is on applied business statistics rather than statistics theory or derivation. As such, the course will cover factor analysis, multiple regression analysis, discriminant analysis, and cluster analysis, while training students on the use of SPSS. Prerequisite: BADM 350.

BADM 420 - Quantitative Methods for Business 3

This course introduces students to managerial decision analysis using quantitative tools. The course will introduce students to the practice of using and building mathematical models that would help managers make informed decisions. Focus is on the applied aspects of statistics and math. As such, the course will cover the basics of probabilistic and statistical techniques, decision analysis, linear programming, optimization, forecasting, and waiting-line theory.

Prerequisite: BADM 250.

BECN 301 - Microeconomics 3

Students will study the general principles of microeconomics. Included are the theoretical constructs of consumer behavior, cost structure, and the operations of business firms in the market economy under conditions of perfect competition, oligopoly, monopoly and monopolistic competition.

Prerequisite: Junior Standing.

BECN 302 - Macroeconomics 3

Students will study the general principles of macroeconomics. This course presents the formal Keynesian theory of income determination and its contemporary critiques, including the study of the possible causes and solutions to unemployment and inflation and the importance of the international economy. Government fiscal and monetary policies are examined in detail.

Prerequisite: Junior Standing.

BFIN 300 - Financial Management I 3

This course aims to expose students to the foundational principles, theories and applications of corporate and business finance as well as financial management. It covers such topics as simple and compound interest, risk and rates of return, time value of money, stocks and bonds valuations, discounted cash flow analysis and financial ratios.

Prerequisite: BACC 201.

BMKT 200 - Introduction to Marketing 3

This course introduces the basic principles, theories, and practices of marketing in our modern ever-changing business environment. The course covers the marketing process activities on how to create value for customers to capture value from customers in return. It also discusses the marketing mix and how to build long-term customer relationship with customers. Students will analyze case studies about a “real-life” product or service. Videos and in-class discussions on current marketing topics will assist in the learning experience.

Co-requisite.: ENGL 210

BMGT 200 - Introduction to Management 3

Students study the basic functions of management, and are exposed to modern management practices, current events, problem solving, and ethical dilemmas. Topics include decision making, strategic and operational planning, organizational structure, Human Resources management, leadership, and control techniques. The instructor facilitates discussion, and integrates these topics through the use of contemporary business issues and case studies.

Co-requisite: ENGL 210.

BITM 300 - Business Information Technology Management 3

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to information systems and their application. It explains how to use and manage information technologies to revitalize business processes, conduct electronic commerce, improve business decision-making, and gain competitive advantage.

Prerequisite: BITM 200

BADM 215 - Personal Development & Management 1

This course engages the student in a series of self-reflection and self-discovery seminars, workshops and lectures. It is intended to encourage students to develop themselves and plan for the present and the future by becoming more self-aware. Topics and issues include personal SWOT analysis, alignment between career choices and personality types, developing a personal mission statement and goals, time management, stress management and organizational skills.

MATH 207 - College Algebra 3

Solving linear and non-linear equations, modeling with equations, functions and their graphs, increasing and decreasing functions-transformation, quadratic functions-maxima and minima, modeling with functions, combining functions, polynomial functions and their graphs, dividing polynomials, real zeros of polynomials, complex numbers, complex zeros of polynomials, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and summation notation-arithmetic sequences, counting and probability.

Program Requirements (28 cr.)

Mandatory requirements (25 cr.)

BADM 495 A & B - Integrative Learning Project A & B 3

The Project is a culminating applied experience in which students pursue independent research on a business question or issue or problem of concern to industry or the community at large. Students are expected to engage with the scholarly debates in the pertinent disciplines, and produce a substantial paper that reflects deep understanding of the topic and competence in the chosen field of study.

Prerequisite: ENGL 217; Senior Standing.

BHRM 300 - Human Resources Management 3

This course provides the student with a basic, functional understanding of current Human Resources management concepts and applications in developing small and large businesses. Topics include recruitment, selection, orientation and training, development, assessment, compensation, job design, and career guidance, in addition to compliance with labor laws and labor union negotiations. Prerequisite: BMGT 205

BMGT 205 - Organizational Behavior 3

The objective of this course is to allow the student to develop the necessary skills and conceptual tools to understand and deal effectively with human behavior in organizations. Special emphasis will be placed on employee motivation, teamwork, leadership, communication, conflict and negotiation, in addition to an overview of attitudes, values, personality, and perception. Prerequisite: BMGT 200

BMGT 485 - Strategic Management 3

This is an advanced course for upper level management students. This course covers basic concepts of strategic management, corporate governance and social responsibility, environmental scanning and industry analysis, internal scanning and organizational analysis, and strategy formulation, including situation analysis and business strategy, corporate strategy, and functional strategy. Prerequisite: Senior Standing

BHRM 305 - Labor Law & Relations 3

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of labor law, collective bargaining, contract administration and social security regulations pertaining to the management of employees. Labor law history, development and applications are aspects of Lebanese labor law covered to the extent they apply to the management of human resources. Under collective bargaining, the course covers rights and responsibilities of employees, management and unions in the collective bargaining process. Social security rights and responsibilities are also covered to the extent they apply to human resources management. Finally, the course does cover some aspects of Anglo-Saxon and International Labor Organization standards in order to place Lebanese labor practices in context. Prerequisite: Junior Standing

BHRM 350 - Workforce Planning, Recruitment & Selection 3

The objective of this course is to provide students in the HRM major with a solid basic understanding of the Workforce Planning & Recruitment function of Human Resources management. In particular, this course enables students to develop effective recruiting techniques and selection skills. Prerequisite: BHRM 300

BHRM 400 - HR Training & Development 3

This course will introduce students in the HRM major to the HR Development & Training function of human resources management. This course will enable students to effectively and efficiently conduct the development and training process to meet the current and future needs of the organization. Prerequisite: BHRM 300

BHRM 450 - Compensation & Benefits 3

This course will provide students in the HRM major with a solid understanding of the Compensation & Benefits function of human resources management. It will enable students to establish strategic pay plans and design effective performance-based incentives. This course will also enable students to design financial and non-financial benefits and services as part of the total compensation package. Prerequisite: BHRM 300

BADM 385 - Co-op Work Experience 1

Major Elective Course (3 cr.)

BADM 405 - E. Business 3

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of e-business and e-commerce management. It focuses on business issues, challenges, and opportunities in an electronic business environment. The course provides a good balance between the technical and managerial topics and how to improve an organization’s effectiveness and competitiveness.

Prerequisite: Senior Standing.

BFIN 400 - Financial Management II 3

This course highlights the fact that TQM has become a crucial requirement for business excellence in worldwide markets. It offers students the opportunity to learn techniques that establish sustainable quality improvement in both product and services industries. Topics include in addition to TQM gurus and history, the 7-quality control tools, SPC, quality function deployment and the house of quality, product reliability, Six Sigma, Benchmarking, quality certification and awards, and quality costing. Prerequisite: BFIN 300

BMKT 310 - Consumer Behavior 3

This course introduces students to the world of consumer behavior. Students explore how perceptions, learning, memory, personality, and attitudes influence consumption behavior. They learn how consumption changes during one’s life cycle and how powerful cultural and sub-cultural factors influence consumers. Application of theories and case studies analysis are employed throughout the course.

Prerequisite: BMKT 200; Junior Standing

BMKT 450 - Events Marketing and Management 3

This course covers the skills and concepts necessary to create, manage, market, and finance special events. It provides a conceptual overview and systematic study of event marketing and management. Additionally, it fosters professionalism, coordination, and collaboration among team members to achieve the objectives of special events. The course concludes by implementing and evaluating a special event.

Prerequisite: Senior Standing.

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Contact Info

If you have a query about a specific major or application, please contact the relevant Administrative Assistant.

Ms. Suzan Al Ayash

Administrative Assistant
Tel: +961 5 60 30 90 Ext. 301

E-mail: da_bus@rhu.edu.lb

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