A study of the microeconomic theory of a consumer behavior, decision-making of the firm, and how markets functions. Case studies of firms and market will allow for an examination of efficiency and market failures. (Prerequisites: ECO 202 or 203, MATH 204 or MATH 208)

Analytics and statistics are key for any decision maker. This course will introduce the descriptive and inferential statistics used by organizations. This course will integrate technology, such as Microsoft Excel, to explore statistical data analysis. Students will learn to think critically and apply creative techniques to solve problems.

Students are formally admitted into the teacher preparation program when they have earned between 48 and 60 credits and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Selected topics to enrich the understanding of a variety of educational issues.

Students participate in 40 hours of observations in varied schools and grade levels.

Students participate in a 40-hour field experience in an urban setting.

Students participate in a 40-hour field experience with initial teaching and managing responsibilities.

Students participate in a 70-hour pre-student teaching experience usually in the same classroom in which they will complete their student teaching. Students are responsible for their own transportation.

This course is designed as an orientation to the AOP residency program. Topics covered include the philosophy of Catholic education, qualities of a good teacher, classroom management, communication strategies, professionalism, curriculum, reading instruction and teaching effectiveness.

Cooperative Education Programs, or Co-ops, are an extension of the classroom and provide students with experiential, hands-on learning in social services. Co-ops provide the deepest level of industry training and experience, allowing students the opportunity to develop the skills needed to excel in the workplace immediately upon graduation. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail, Repeatable.