Academic Catalog 2017-18

ACADEMIC CATALOG
2019-2020Catalog 2017-18
Academic
“…There are few earthly things more splendid than a university.” - John Masefield
2 United States International University-Africa www.usiu.ac.ke
Contents
A message from the Vice Chancellor
5
Board of Trustees 6
University Council
7
University Administration
9
“ Intelligence plus character-

that is the goal of true education.
“ Mission
Core Values
11
13
Martin Luther King Jr.
Information Communications &
16
Technology Division
Administration Division
20
Sub-division of Student Affairs

22
Sub-division of Academic Affairs

26
Academic Programs
31
Admissions and Financial Aid

34

Policies & Procedures 44
Academic Information
52
Undergraduate Academic Policies 63
Graduate Academic Policies

67
“
Doctoral Academic Policies
71
Intelligence plus character- “ General Education

77
that is the goal of true education.
Martin Luther King Jr. Chandaria School of Business
88
School of Communication, Cinematic &

154
Creative Arts
School of Graduate Studies, Research &

196
Extension
School of Humanities & Social Sciences
198
School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

318
School of Science & Technology

347

A message from the Vice Chancellor
I am very pleased to welcome you to United States International University-Africa, one of the oldest private
universities in East Africa. I hope you will find this catalog informative and user-friendly.
T h e USI U - A f r i c a ex p e r i e n c e i s experiences and relationships. can impact the world.

unparalleled in East Africa and indeed As a matter of fact several sporting For those of you new to USIU-Africa,
the entire continent. Undergraduate disciplines have successfully dominated I wish to congratulate you. You have
programs of fer a broad base of the sporting leagues they participate joined a community of like-minded
knowledge through general education in and demonstrated an all-round individuals on a similar quest of
courses which provide a foundation learning experience. knowledge that will impact you, your
for more specialized degree courses environment and your society.
Both faculty and students can expect
in business, psychology, international
and indeed receive every level of For those of you who are parents, I
relations, science and technology.
support available from highly qualified can assure you that we will assist your
Our faculty bring more than their administrators. children on their life journey with
cumulative knowledge and experience utmost seriousness and will deliver
We have built the facilities to deliver
–extensive as it is–to their classrooms on the promise USIU-Africa makes to you
this knowledge in a way the 21st
and lecture halls. They model the and your children: to provide an
centur y student can understand.
values and character that are needed education that can take them places.
Clas s ro o ms are e q uip p e d w it h
in this modern, multi-cultural, dynamic
multimedia and internet connectivity For well-wishers, prospective students,
world.
to ensure the seamless conversation faculty and staff, I hope this Catalog will
USIU-Africa co-curricular activities with lear ning that our s tudent s assist you in exploring and discovering
add to student learning. Our expec t and carr y with them the avenues of knowledge available to
interest groups and student clubs for the rest of their lives. you, and look forward to welcoming
continually explore the real-world you to USIU-Africa.
USIU-Africa is more than the facilities
application of theoretical knowledge,
and the community who use them. It is
including forming success-
the idea that people of all backgrounds
f ul n e t w o r k s w i t h p r ofe s s io nal
can learn together and from each
bodies and industry leaders, thereby
other, and together build a society that
allowing students and to enrich their Professor Paul Tiyambe Zeleza
Professor of Humanities & Social Sciences
Vice Chancellor

Board of Trustees
Dr. Kevit Desai Prof. Eileen B Wilson-Oyelaran
Board Chair Board Secretary
Principal Secretary President Emerita,

(Technical Education Kalamazoo College
and Vocational Training),
Ministry of Education,
Kenya
Ms. Phyllis Wakiaga Ms. Carole Kariuki Rudolph A. Johnson, III

Board Member Board Member Board Treasurer
CEO,
Chief Executive Officer President and CEO
Kenya Private Sector Alliance
Kenya Association of Neighborhood House
(KEPSA)
Manufacturers Association
Chancellor
Dr. Manu Chandaria
Chancellor
Chairman, Comcraft Group of Companies
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University Council
Dr. Lola Odubekun Mr. Kris Senanu Ms. Katherine Marie-Perry Ms. Patricia W Kiwanuka
Council Chair Council Vice Chair Independent Consultant Independent Financial Consultant
Independent Consultant Managing Director, Enterprise Division,
Telkom Kenya Limited
USIU-Africa Alumnus
Dr. Catherine Kyotubungi Mr. John Mudany Mr. Paul Kasimu Mr. Gordon Otieno Odundo
Executive Director, Finance and ICT Director, Chief Human Resources Officer Independent Consultant
African Population and Health Research Kenya Electricity Generation Company Director, Resources
Center USIU-Africa Alumnus Safaricom Plc
Prof. Rwekaza Sympho Mukandala

Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere Professor of
Pan-African Studies, and Professor of
Political Science and Public Administration
University of Dar es Salaam
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“ “
Education is the most powerful weapon which
you can use to change the world.
Nelson Mandela

University Administration
Management Board
Paul Tiyambe Zeleza, Hellen P. Ambasa Judith N. Obura Communications & Technology
Ph.D. (Economic History) LL.B.; M.Sc. EMOD; CPS (K); DBA; MBA; BSc. (Business
Professor of Humanities & Social Director/Legal Services & Administration); CPA (K); Eng. Paul Warui
Sciences Company Secretary Director of Finance Ag. Director of Administration
Vice Chancellor Director of Operations
James O. Ogolla Paul M. Okanda
Amb. Ruthie Rono, M.A. (Corporate Communication); B.A. Ph.D. (Middleware);
Ph.D. (Psychology) (Sociology & Linguistics) Associate Professor of Information
Professor of Psychology Director of University Advancement Science and Technology
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Director of Information
Academic & Student Affairs
Other Key Administrators

Munyae Mulinge, Amos Njuguna Valerie A. Palapala Robert Onsarigo
Ph.D. (Sociology), DBA, Professor of Finance Ph.D. (Applied Sciences), M.Ed. (Guidance and Counseling)
Professor of Sociology Dean, School of Graduate Studies, Professor of Genetics Dean of Students
Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor - Research and Extension Dean, School of Science and
Academic Affairs Technology Sylvia Ogola
Martin C. Njoroge Ph.D. (Library and Information Sciences)
Wangari Mwai, Ph.D. (Linguistics), Professor of English Teresia K. Linge University Librarian
Ph.D. (Literature), Professor of Literature Dean, School of Humanities and Social Ph.D. (Business Management),
Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor - Sciences Associate Professor of Management Oliver Amwayi
Student Affairs Associate Dean, Chandaria School of Ph.D (Education - Curriculum Studies)
Njeri Wamae
Business Director, Quality Assurance
Ph.D. (Parasitology),
Professor of Parasitology A. Atieno Adala
Dean, School of Pharmacy and Health Ph.D (Instructional Systems Technology)
Sciences Director, Center for Excellence in
Learning and Teaching

Our Vision
To be a premier institution of academic

excellence with a global perspective.

The Mission
Promote the discovery and application of knowledge, the acquisition of skills and the development of
intellect and character in a manner which prepares students to contribute effectively and ethically as
citizens of a changing and increasingly technological world.
The mission is achieved through selected high quality undergraduate, graduate and doctoral academic programs which result in the following outcomes:
High order thinking Preparedness for career

The ability to collect, analyze and evaluate information and formulate conclusions. Mastery of a field of knowledge and its multi-cultural and multinational
Students develop and demonstrate the ability to think critically, analytically and application.Such mastery is accomplished through both formal study and various
creatively. experiential forms of learning such as internships and field experiences.
Literacy Leadership and ethics

Competence in oral, written, quantitative, and technological skills. Students As part of their growth and development, students formulate and articulate
develop and demonstrate competency in oral and written communication as well the ethical standards and develop the leadership skills which will guide their
as demonstrate scientific, quanti-tative and technological literacy. professional and personal lives.
Global understanding and multicultural perspective Community service and development

Awareness, knowledge and appreciation of both the diversity and commonality A sense of being part of a community and a desire to be of service to it. Students
of cultures. Students acquire these perspectives through formal study of are given opportunities to participate in community service, citizenship, or social
languages, history, literature and the arts and through working, studying and action projects or activities.
living cooperatively in a racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse environment.
Further, students acquire an understanding of economic, historical, political,
geographic and environmental relationships on a global basis.
This mission is carried out in an environment which encourages intellectual and scholarly development; fosters openness to a wide range of ideas, cultures, and people;
and enhances personal growth.

“ “
The mind is not a vessel to be filled,
but a fire to be kindled.
Plutarch
Core
Values
Life-long learning
Developing a learning culture that continues throughout a person’s
life-time.
Integrity
Ensuring the pursuit of excellence by upholding professional and
ethical standards and being accountable.
Innovativeness
Introducing new methods and strategies that ensure quality,
efficiency, effectiveness and productivity.
Social responsibility
Providing leadership in responding to issues of national and global
concern through collaborative efforts.
Academic freedom
Upholding the spirit of free and critical thought and enquiry, through
open exchange of ideas and knowledge.

USIU-Africa
The Universit y’s mission includes USIU-Africa is accredited in Kenya
a strong commitment to providing by the Commission for University
students with global understanding and Education (CUE). USIU-Africa is
a multicultural perspective, through its also accredited by the WASC Senior
IN NAIROBI formal curricula and the experiences

of s tudying, wor king, and living
cooperatively in a racially, ethnically and
culturally diverse environment.
College & University Commission, an
accrediting body recognized by the
U.S. Department of Education.
For additional information please

USIU-Africa enrolls over 8000 students
United States International University- who come from over 70 nationalities.
contact:
Commission for University Education
A majority of USIU-Africa’s full-time
Africa (USIU-Africa) is a private, faculty hold doctoral degrees and
(CUE)
Red Hill Rd, off Limuru Rd, Gigiri
are in the classroom teaching at the
independent, non-profit university located undergraduate, graduate and doctoral
P. O. Box 54999-00200
Nairobi, Kenya
levels. http://www.che.or.ke
on 120 acres of land in Kasarani, Nairobi. The University offers undergraduate,
g r a d uate a n d d o c to r al d e g re e WASC Senior College & University
programs through it s Chandaria Commission
School of Busines s, School of 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100
Communication, Cinematic & Creative Alameda, California 94501 USA
Arts, School of Humanities and Social https://www.wscuc.org
Sciences, School of Pharmacy & Health
Sciences and its School of Science and
Technology.

The USIU -Africa campus lies 15 The campus was designed to blend
kilometer s out side Nairobi Cit y with the loc al environment and
County’s Central Business District. culture. Bougainvillea and Jacaranda
The City of Nairobi is the commercial, trees frame the unique architectural
intellectual, cultural, and recreational structures that house classrooms and
hub of East Africa. laboratories.
Just south of the equator, tropical Clas s ro o ms are e q uip p e d w it h
Nairobi basks in the sun almost all year e-learning technology; an auditorium
long and is known as the “City in the which can hold up to 500 persons; a
Sun.” contemporary Library and Information
Students attending USIU-Africa have Center ; a Cafeteria; a double-winged
a wide range of opportunities to learn administration building, the Freida
outside the classroom. The superb Brown Student Center incorporating
National Museums of Kenya in the a Health Center, Counseling Center,
Westlands suburb is a good place to Recreation Center, training kitchens,
start. two restaurants, student organizations;
a swimming pool, on-campus student
Through special “K now Kenya”
hostel facilities are some of the main
courses and exhibits, a student who is
features of the campus.
not a Kenyan native, can have a unique
introduction to the richness of Kenya Transportation is provided to connect
and its cultures. From the wild game the campus and downtown Nairobi.
parks of Maasai Mara to the exquisite Public transportation is also available.
marine parks in the Indian Ocean,
from the snow-capped peaks of Mt.
Kenya, to the important prehistoric
archaeological sites of Kobi Fora on
Lake Turkana, Kenya offers the curious
and adventurous student a myriad of
experiences.

ICT
ICT Services Available
The following is a list of the services that are available to
students on campus;
Division
CX - Student Information Portal:
Gives each student access to registration information, fee
balance, class schedule, fee statement, grades, degree audit,
information on clubs and News.
The ICT Division has been mandated with the task of
strategizing, planning and implementing a short, medium Blackboard - E-Learning Platform:
and long term shared technology vision to support the This e-learning platform allows students to access Course
University’s overall education, research, and administrative Outlines, Assignments, Quizzes,
activities. The Division provides support for systems in Announcements and ability to check their online submissions
the Business Applications, Infrastructure, Multimedia and for plagiarism using the anti-plagiarism tool called SafeAssign.
Telecommunications departments.
E-mail Account - Collaboration Platform:
In doing so, we seek to empower our students, faculty and staff
to use information technology to promote life-long learning At USIU-Africa, students have access to official communication
for the benefit of humankind and apply that knowledge for via an automatic enrollment process upon registration. Each
the development of society. We recognize ICT as a tool that student could also benefit from an additional 1TB of free cloud
enables students, faculty and staff to create, learn, explore, storage on Microsoft’s OneDrive platform and free copies of
teach, increase productivity, solve problems, and go wherever the Microsoft Office suite in as many as 5 devices.
their curiosity and imagination may lead them. Printing & Photocopying
Printing, photocopying and scanning services are available
to each student at designated areas as soon as they top up
their printing accounts. Additional services include ability to
check printing statement, check funds left, confirm top up and
change password.

Internet Access Computer Laboratory Regulations • Students should not make noise
Internet connectivity on Wi-Fi is available via over 100 • Students who have paid Laboratory or c ause dis tur bance in the
access points (APs) in designated areas outdoors and fee or those doing IST courses are Laboratory premises.
indoors, in classrooms, Computer Laboratories and permitted to enter the Computer • Fraudulent, harassing or obscene
the Library. Students are required to have a registered Laboratories. messages and/or materials are
operating system and an up-to-date anti-virus. • T ime in t he L ab or ator ie s is not to be sent, printed, requested,
supervised by faculty and staff displayed, or stored within the
Multimedia Services who are responsible for assisting USIU-Africa computing system at
Students at USIU-Africa benefit from access to a range of and ensuring that equipment is all times.
multimedia services such as video conferencing and audio- safeguarded. • Any student found in contravention
visual (AV) equipment in classrooms. • Students should always show their of these rules will face disciplinary
ID card with the appropriate sticker action.
ICT Laboratory Student Resources
in place to security personnel every
• Teaching Lab 1 to Lab 6 in the Lillian K. Beam Building. Data Security and Ethics
time they enter these facilities.
• JRN Lab in the Lillian K. Beam Building. • The following is a set of guidelines
• Students are not permitted to play
• Software Lab and Hardware Lab in the Lillian K. Beam that students ought to be aware of
games or do personal work in the
Building. at all times:
computer laboratories. These
• Journalism Content Creation Room in the Lillian K. • • While the USIU-Africa has
facilities are strictly for academic
Beam Building. put in place various measures
research and assignments.
• Journalism Editing Room 1 and 2 in the Lillian K. Beam to protec t the securit y of its
• Pir ating of s of t w are, music,
Building. computing platforms, users should
videos and any other electronic
• Language Laboratory in the RSTU classroom block be aware that the University cannot
information is not permitted.
• Instruction Room in the Library guarantee security on all systems
• Students are not allowed to modify
• e-Resource Center in the Library at all times. Users must therefore
any application or delete any
• Audio Visual (AV) booths in the Library engage in "safe computing" p r
system/application file.
• Open Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) Area in the a c t i c e s by e s t a b li s hi n g
• Students are not allowed to move
Library appropriate access restrictions
equipment out of any Laboratory.
• General Lab in the Old Lab Building on their accounts by guarding
• Food and drink are not allowed in
• Videoconferencing facilities.
the Computer Laboratories at all
times.

their passwords if necessary and • for learning purposes (e.g. doing
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
changing them regularly amongst • could fail and be formatted or practical tasks) and can only use
In order to prepare students for the Wi-Fi to carry out practical tasks
other measures. replaced without notice. Instead
changing technological world, the assigned by faculty during class
• Data transfer on the University students are advised to store data
University continues to invest heavily time or at the General Lab in the
network should stric tly be for on Microsoft’s free cloud based
in Information Technology equipment designated section.
academic purposes only. OneDrive storage as mentioned in
and infrastruc ture as well as the • ICT staff can only offer advice on
• All data should be scanned for sub-section 1.5 above.
relevant staff and faculty. For each matters related to technical issues
viruses and other malware before • Information in the University’s
of our students to benefit from these affecting users’ personal devices
being used, saved or transferred on computer laboratory machines
technological advancements, students but are not duty bound to attend
to the University network. is cleaned out at the end of
are required to come to the University to the problems they may have.
• Tr a n s m i s s i o n o f h a r a s s i n g , EVERY semester and students
with their personal mobile devices • Students will be held responsible
discriminator y or other wise are responsible for taking their
(e.g. laptops, notebooks and tablets) fo r ex p o s i ng t he U ni ve r s i t y
objectionable e-mail or files (as information off site to avoid any
or find ways of meaningfully meeting network to ICT risks through the
deter mined by the recipient) loss.
their academic related computer use of their equipment on the
without the recipient’s consent is • Files that do not conform to
requirements. University network.
strictly prohibited. Univer sit y polic y e.g. music,
• Access to ICT Services is provided videos, games, may be periodically The following is a set of guidelines that • Mobile devices should not be
initially using standard passwords. deleted by the University’s antivirus students ought to be aware of at all used for making profits, personal
Eve r y s t u d e nt m u s t p r ote c t software. times: gain or in any way that is likely
their password and change it • M o b i l e d e v i c e s s h o u l d b e to compromise the University
Users should be aware that University
immediately upon ac tivation presented to security personnel for mission.
computing resources are intended
and when there is any suspicion inspection and signed in and out of
to suppor t our core business i.e.
(however slight) that it may have designated buildings at all times.
lear ning and research. These
been compromised. • Mobile devices that access the
computing platforms can be queried
• Students will be held responsible wireles s net wor k on c ampus
routinely or when the need arises to
for all activities that occur on the MUST have licensed software and
establish patterns, accountability and
University computing platforms a current, up-to-date antivirus
responsibility for activities that may
using their credentials. running.
place the University’s core business at
• Students should not save data onto • Mobile devices are ONLY allowed
risk.
local hard drives since these into the computer laboratories

Administration Health Services There is a fully equipped stand by
ambulance service ready to respond
The University Health Center, located to emergencies on campus.
Division
at the Freidah Brown Students’ Centre. All international and boarding students
It is a support department mandated are required upon admission to the
to provide diagnos tic, curative, University to purchase or provide
preventive and promotional health proof of ownership of comprehensive
services to the university staff, students supplemental insurance that includes
and faculty throughout the semester. in-patient care. Such coverage may
These subsidized outpatient be purchased from a USIU-Africa
consultation and pharmacy services recommended health insur ance
are offered at no extra charge beyond company or from any other local
the paid medical fee. This plan does medical insurance company. Hospitals
not cater for hospital admission and in Kenya generally do not accept credit
laborator y ser vices. Students are based medical schemes purchased
advised to acquire medical insurance internationally.
to cover the additional services that Additional information on medical
may be required. insurance plans is available from the
The Health Center is open around the Health Center and queries may be
clock daily including public holidays directed to the Principal Medical
and weekends with 10:00pm - 8:00am Officer on Tel: (254) 730 116 759.
being on call hours. It is staffed by
professionally trained and locally
licensed medical staff.

Sub-Division of ASSOCIATE DVC - STUDENT AFFAIRS PRINCIPAL OFFICER,
Student Affairs
Prof. Wangari Mwai PLACEMENT & CAREER SERVICES
2nd Floor, Freida Brown Student Center Mrs. Martha Oigo
Telephone: (+254) 730 116 788 1st Floor, Freida Brown Student Center
Email: wmwai@usiu.ac.ke Telephone: (+254) 730 116 778
The Sub-Division of Student Affairs is DEAN OF STUDENTS

E-mail: moigo@usiu.ac.ke
Mr. Robert Onsarigo SENIOR STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER

committed to providing a supportive Ground Floor, (SPORTS)
Freida Brown Student Center Mr. Bonfas Salano
learning environment that will ensure the Telephone: (+254) 730 116 781 Ground Floor
Email:ronsarigo@usiu.ac.ke Freida Brown Student Center
all-round development of students. UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR
Telephone: (+254) 730 116 747
E-mail: bsalano@usiu.ac.ke
Mrs. Lydiah Masinde
The Sub-Division is responsible for all co-curricular
1st Floor, Freida Brown Student Center SENIOR STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER
programs, Student welfare, Student records and Information
Telephone: (+254) 730 116 783 (CLUBS)
services, placement and career services, counseling and life
E-mail: lmasinde@usiu.ac.ke Mr. Chris Ayuoyi
skill programs, student admission and enrollment. There
Ground Floor
are also very active Study Abroad and Student Exchange CHIEF ADMISSIONS OFFICER Freida Brown Student Center
Programs. The student government formally known as the Dr. George Lumbasi Telephone: (+254) 730 116 792
Student Council (SC), is also housed in this sub-division. Ground Floor, Administration Building E-mail: cayuoyi@usiu.ac.ke
The sub-division is also responsible for the preparation Telephone: (+254) 730 116 563
and enforcement of the Student Handbooks, including the E-mail: glumbasi@usiu.ac.ke INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS OFFICER
student judicial system. Ms. Kellen Njagi
The sub-division comprises various departments and is PRINCIPAL COUNSELOR 2nd Floor, Freida Brown Student Center
headed by the Associate DVC - Student Affairs. Mrs. Lucy Kung’u Telephone: (+254) 730 116 765
2nd Floor, Freida Brown Student Center E-mail: knjagi@usiu.ac.ke
Competent staff oversee the functions of the various
Telephone: (+254) 730 116 797
departments. The senior staff in the division include:
E-mail: lkungu@usiu.ac.ke

Student Council (SC) floor of the Freida Brown Student Co Curricula Events nationalities on campus. A dedicated
The Student Council (SC) is comprised Center. Of ficials are available on international students’ office caters for
phone (+254) 730 116 767 or on email: Annual Events the welfare of all international students
of democratically-elected student
leaders. It is the voice of the students stuac@usiu.ac.ke. The university organizes a number of International students of ten take
that channels their concerns to the The Spor ts Ac tivities Committee events throughout the year such as the advantage of the oppor tunity to
administration, as well as provides (SPAC) is the student organization that Culture week, Black History Month, Kenya’s famous game reser ves or
leadership among students. The helps the Students Activities Office the annual Students’ Leadership parks and any of the unique tourist
Council plays a major role in the with the management and facilitation Retreat, Campus Awards Night, Freida spots found all over Africa.
support and development of student of sports programs. Brown Day, Graduation Dinner Dance
life. and the Mr & Ms. USIU-Africa beauty
Universit y spor t s teams include Housing and Residence Life
pageant.
Additionally, SC manages all student basketball, field hockey, soccer and
The university has limited
clubs as well as other ac tivities, rugby. Students also engage in track Club Events accommodation on campus mainly
organizations and fora that help and field events, swimming, tae-
Students have opportunities to travel to cater for international students.
facilitate student s’ learning and kwondo, lawn and table tennis among
around the world as par ticipants Housing for students is available in two
communit y s er vice b eyond t he many other activities.
in club or sports competitions and campus hostels. All rooms are double
classroom. Some of the student clubs A list of official sporting activities can programs. The Global Networking occupancy.
under SC include Peer Counselling, be found on the student affairs pages Club also organizes the signature The Housing Office assists students
Red Cross, Journalism, Information on the website. culture event on campus – the Culture in their transition to campus life and
Technology (IT), Business Association
The University also boasts of gyms Week - showcasing the unique cultural strives to provide a sense of community
Club, the International Association of
e q uip p e d w it h s t ate - of-t he - ar t diversity found in USIU-Africa . within a culturally diverse environment.
Students in Economics and Business
equipment. Aerobics classes are also For more information on club activities,
Management (AIESEC), Enactus, the The Housing Officer, with the help of
carried out regularly. contact the Student Activities Office
Environmental Society (ENSO) among resident student committees develops
others. All clubs and their contacts are For more information on our sports through the Coordinators: (+254) 730 various activities, including adventure
listed on the USIU-Africa website. programs, please call 116 792, or the Student Affairs Council: safaris that engage resident students
(+254) 730 116 747 (+254) 730 116 767. during their free time. Common rooms
Students may join an existing club or
create their own by contacting the or (+254) 730 116 768. on each floor provide residents with
Student Council. International Students television, reading rooms and board
USIU –Africa boasts of hosting over 75 games. Laundr y ser vices are also
SC offices are located on the ground

available at a reasonable fee. service-learning opportunities that photographs. students and alumni develop, evaluate
Meals are provided by the university are available throughout the year. and/or implement career, education
Counseling Services
cafeteria. A resident has the option of Such opportunities include provision and employment decisions and plans
for volunteer services during major Counseling is an integral par t of for future enterprise and employability
choosing from the meal plans available
campus events, preparation of student student services, which are provided in the global market. This is achieved
or depositing money for meals in the
publications, leadership workshops through the Counseling Center. through the departments programs
Accounts Office, which is debited
every time he/she has a meal in the and engagement in various community The primary mission of counseling staff w hic h includ e: C areer ad vising,
cafeteria. As a resident, you can also programs. The goal of volunteerism is to assist members of the university employability trainings, placement and
opt to pay as you eat. is to create a desire to be part of the communit y experience personal recruitment, entrepreneurship trainings,
community and be of service to it. growth and to promote mental health. networking workshops, volunteerism,
Orientation and Service Learning Services are provided by professionally career fairs and mentorship.
University Publications
St u d e nt g r o w t h a n d c h a r a c te r trained staff who ensure that the
development is achieved through their Student editors and volunteer staff sessions are strictly confidential.
involvement in campus community work together to publish current
Individual and group Volunt ar y
li fe, o r ie nt at io n p r o g r a m s a n d and newswor thy information for
Counseling and Testing (VCT) services
t he Univer sit y co mmunit y. T he
are also available at the Center, and are
Depar t ment of Mar keting and
The goal of Communications updates an online
offered through sessions conducted
by qualified USIU-Africa counselors.
volunteerism is information portal – Campus This
Week - available on email or through The Counseling Center is situated
to create a desire a link on the USIU-Africa web site. o n t h e 2 n d f l o o r of t h e Fr e i d a
Brown Student Center, and is also
to be part of the The USIU-Africa Gazette, a student
newspaper, is published through the available on phone: (+254) 730 116
community and be School of Communication, Cinematics 748/797/791/746.
and Creative Arts, Journalism Program,
of service to it. while the annual Yearbook is produced
Placement and Career Services
(PACS)
by students with the assistance of
the Student Affairs Office. Students The Placement and Career Services
are encouraged to contribute to the department was established to assist
publications through their articles and

Sub-Division
The Sub-Division of Academic Affairs oversees the Library and Information
Center, the Office of Quality Assurance, and all academically-related international
linkages. The senior staff in the division include:
of Academic Munyae Mulinge, Ph.D. (Sociology), Professor of Sociology & Criminal Justice
Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor - Academic Affairs
Affairs
Tel: (+254) 730 116 280
Email: mmulinge@usiu.ac.ke
Dr. Sylvia Ogola

University Librarian
Tel: (+254) 730 116 430
Email: sogola@usiu.ac.ke
Dr. Oliver Amwayi

Director, Quality Assurance
Tel: (+254) 730 116 432
Email: oamwayi@usiu.ac.ke
Dr. A. Atieno Adala

Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching
Tel: (+254) 730 116 830
Email: aadala@usiu.ac.ke

Library and The Library and Information Center
facilitates research, collaborative
Wired and wireless access points,
available throughout the librar y
Information learning, individual learning, informal

gatherings and multimedia instruction
building, provide high-speed network
connections. Online research tools
through a variety of ser vices and facilit ate easy acces s to digit al
Center technologies. It provides a wide array resources .
of print, non-print, and electronic There are 10 study carrels for graduate
The University Library and resources.
Library users access more than 200,
and doctoral students, and four for
faculty members. These are intended
Information Center is an ultra-modern 000 volumes of electronic resources on for research and other scholarly
site as well as offsite through remote activities.
facility which offers all the resources access. These collections are nationally To support individual learning, the
recognized for their strengths in
necessary to support teaching, focusing on the programs offered by
cus tom- designed s tudy car rels
are wired with power; some have
the University.
learning and research, in one central The fully automated facility provides
multimedia stations for electronic
access to audiovisual collections.
location, making it the intellectual a range of services which include

lending and receiving, reference and
An open lounge at the exhibition
area near the entrance including two
hub of the university. information, liaison services, a digital
repositor y, an archive, a binder y,
beautiful courtyards, provide casual
settings for individuals or groups to
inter-librar y loans, photocopying, study. A multimedia instruction lab
It has a seating capacity of 1200, can
multimedia access and information provides information literacy skills
accommodate over 300, 000 volumes
literac y ins tr uc tion. The Librar y instruction.
of books and presents a vision for the
encourages use of its collections, and
21st century through the integration of
assistance is provided at the various
books and information technology as
information service desks.
well as inviting spaces that encourage
collaborative learning.

Resources & Services 100 000 journals, magazines and • Africana Collec tion provides
• Instructional sessions provide newspapers for research needs readership and research content;
training on how to use the library, as well as over 400,000 electronic and promotes both national and
its online resources and the books. African authorship.
Online Public Access Catalog • Course Text Collection meets • United Nations Collec tion
(O PAC ). T h ey al s o p rov i d e core reading needs in specific houses resources on operations
guidelines on how to retrieve areas of study. These resources of the United Nations and its
materials from the shelves. A are loaned to students and faculty af filiated organizations and
training schedule is disseminated for an entire semester. public ations on multilater al
every semester through e-mail, • Short Loan Collection provides organizations/institutions. It
the USIU-Africa website and the most books, periodicals, supports research in the areas
university’s weekly newsletter newspaper s, heav y demand of diversity, multiculturalism and
known as Campus This Week. articles, USIU-Africa students’ globalization.
• The OPAC helps users identify projects and faculty papers. • Inter-librar y Loan Ser vice is
items in the library’s collection • American Studies Collec tion normally used to obtain materials
including both print and promotes a thorough not available in the library from
electronic books, audio visual understanding of the United other local libraries. Requests are
materials and journals. Library States of America. The collection made through the Librarian.
users can also access the OPAC covers the areas of technology, • Ph oto c o py i n g S e r v ic e s a r e
on and of f campus from the architecture, art, business, cultural provided through user-operated
USIU-Africa website, renew items, s tudies, dr ama, economic s, copiers.
review their accounts and change education, geography, gender • The Archives section supports
their addresses. It is through the studies, histor y, international the dual mission of education
OPAC that library users can now relations, politics, journalism, and research by s triving to
access online e-newspapers and labor studies, law, linguistics, preserve and provide access to
chat with a Librarian in real time by literature, music, philosophy, USIU-Africa’s historical records;
using the ‘Ask-a-Librarian’ feature. poetr y, psychology, religion, to gather an accurate, authentic,
• O n - li n e d at a b a s e s s u c h a s science and sociology. The and complete record of the life of
EBSCOHOST, JSTOR, Emerald, collection is open to the academic the university; and to promote the
PsycArticles and Annual Reviews and research community in the highest standards of management
p rov id e acce s s to f ull tex t East and Central Africa region. for USIU-Africa’s current records.
ar ticles and abstracts in over

Quality Assurance
The Quality Assurance department
fall under the Academic and Student
Mission USIU-Africa is
The mission of the Quality Assurance department is to initiate, enhance and
Affairs Division of the university. support Educational Effective processes in the university in order to ensure committed to using
Quality Assurance Policy Statement
quality programs and thus quality graduates. This mission is achieved through
engagement in the following activities:
the internal quality
1. Provision of technical support in the development, discussion and approval of assurance mechanisms
new degree program proposals.
USIU-Africa is committed to using 2. Coordination of assessment of student learning beyond the grade through and structures in
the IQA mechanisms and structures program assessment and program review processes.
in place to meeting and exceeding 3. Coordination of the evaluation of the program assessment and program place to meeting
the expectations of its degrees by
the accrediting bodies, and by the
review reports by internal and external peers.
4. Development and revision of materials/instruments to support faculty,
and exceeding
internal and external stakeholders.
The University shall interrogate the
and students’ engagement in educational effectiveness e.g. guidelines on the expectations
educational effectiveness processes, Academic Policies, Standard Operating
meaning, quality and integrity of its Procedures (SOPs), etc. of its degrees by
degrees in terms of what the degrees
mean, the evidence that demonstrates
5. Development of faculty for effective pedagogy through:
i. Comprehensive orientation of new faculty into USIU-Africa’s Educational
the accrediting
quality, what distinguishes USIU-
Africa graduates from others and how
Effectiveness culture bodies, and by the
ii. Workshops and seminars on effective classroom practice
this information is conveyed to the
stakeholders.
iii. Coordination of training in the use of IT to support teaching and learning internal and external
iv. Workshops and seminars on program assessment and program review
v. Organization of annual symposia for faculty to share their experiences in the stakeholders.
Vision assessment of students’ learning.
6. Coordination and support of accreditation activities.
To be a center of excellence in the
7. Conducting surveys on Educational Effectiveness related matters.
enhancement of quality assurance
8. Provision of technical support in the assessment of co-curricular activities.
practices in higher education.

Academic
Undergraduate Graduate
• Accounting (B.Sc.) • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Business Administration (B.Sc.) - ON HOLD • M a n a g e m e n t a n d O r g a n i z a t i o n
Programs
• Finance (B.Sc.) Development (M.Sc.)
• Hotel and Restaurant Management (B.Sc.) The MBA program offers concentrations in:
• International Business Administration (B.Sc.) • Global Business Management
• Tourism Management (B.Sc.) - TEACH OUT • Health Leadership & Management
• Entrepreneurship - TEACH OUT
The following academic programs are These undergraduate programs offer
concentrations in: • Finance
• Accounting • Human Resource Management
currently offered at USIU-Africa: • Economics • International Business
• Entrepreneurship Administration - TEACH OUT
• Finance • Marketing
Chandaria • Hotel Management

• Hospitality Planning and Development
• Strategic Management
• Global Social Sustainable
School of • Investment Management

• Management
Enterprise (GSSE)
Doctoral
Business • Marketing
• Real Estate Finance
• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
• Travel Management - TEACH OUT The DBA program offers concentrations in:
• Tourism Development - TEACH OUT • Finance
• Strategic Management
• Leadership and Organizational Change
Certificates
• Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women
Certificate Program
Diploma
• Executive Diploma in Industrial Relations

School of Humanities and Social School of Science School of
Sciences and Technology Communication,
Undergraduate
• International Relations (B.A.)
Graduate
• Clinical Psychology (M.A.)
Undergraduate
• Applied Computer Technology
Cinematics and
• Psychology (B.A.)
• Criminal Justice (B.A.)
• Counseling Psychology (M.A.)
• International Relations (M.A.)
(B.Sc.)
• Information Systems and
Creative Arts
These undergraduate programs offer • Marriage & Family Therapy (M.A.) Technology (B.Sc.)
Undergraduate
minors in: These undergraduate programs offer
Doctoral • Journalism (B.A.)
• African Studies concentrations in:
• Doctor of Psychology (Psy D), • Film Production and Directing (B.A.)
• Arabic • Networking
Clinical Psychology • Animation (B.A.)
• Chemical Dependency • Applications
• Doctor of Philosophy in These undergraduate programs offer
• Chinese • Forensic Information Technology
International Relations (Ph.D.) concentrations in:
• Comparative Philosophy and Cybercrime
• Criminal Justice Studies • Distributed Systems and Mobile • Print Media
Certificates
• English Computing • Broadcast Media
• Chemical Dependency
• Family Studies • Software Engineering • Public Relations and Directing
• Health Psychology
• French • Scripting
• Gender Studies Graduate • Directing
• Health Psychology School of • Information Systems & Technology
(M.Sc. )
• Cinematography
• Editing
• Industrial/Organizational
Psychology
• Integrated Studies
Pharmacy and Th i s g r a d u a t e p ro g r a m o f f e r s
concentrations in:
Graduate
• International Relations
• Japanese
Health Sciences • Business Information Systems
• Software Development
• Communication Studies (M.A.)
This graduate program offers
• Literature Undergraduate • Media Studies concentrations in:
• Psychology • Bachelor of Pharmacy • Telecommunications and Mobile • Strategic Corporate Communications
• Sociology • Epidemiology & Biostatistics (B.Sc.) Computing - ON HOLD • Communication for Development
• Spanish • Internet Security and Cybercrime • Digital Communication
• Swahili • Media Studies
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Admissions and
Financial Aid
ADMISSION APPLICATION completed all admission requirements. continuous basis all year. fee. Student s may also wire the
PROCEDURES Students who meet all requirements non- refundable processing fee to:
will be considered for acceptance to Deadlines for Applications
Applications for admission may be Commercial Bank of Africa Ltd.
obtained from our website (www.usiu. the University. However, application deadlines are as Upper Hill Branch,
ac.ke) or by contacting: Conditionally admitted students must follows: Ragati & Mara Roads,
present the required documents within Admission into the Graduate P. O. Box 30437-00100, Nairobi,
their first term of study. Failure to do so Counseling Psychology and Kenya.
Admissions Office
will prohibit further registration. International Relations programs is Telephone: +254(0)20-2884000
United States International University- only done during the Fall (September) +254(0)20-2734555
Intake Timelines
Africa semester; Complete Applications must
All undergraduate programs admit
P.O. Box 14634-00800 be received by June 30th. Current Account No: 6438840014
students each semester, apart from
Nairobi, Kenya US Dollar Account No: 6462210014
the Bachelor of Pharmacy program Application Processing Fee
Account Name: USIU-Africa or U. S.
Telephone: +254-730-116- which admits students in the Summer All applicants must complete the
International University
300/218/522/247/503 semester. Application for Admission and submit
Swift Code:CBAFKENX
E-mail: admit@usiu.ac.ke MBA: Admits students each semester it to the Admissions Office. A non-
Intermediary Bank: JP Morgan Chase
refundable processing fee must
All applicants are expected to satisfy MB: Global Business Management Bank, New York
accompany the application.
procedures and criteria for admission admits during the students in the SWIFT Code: CHASUS33
Students from abroad are advised
to USIU-Africa and to submit summer semester. Routing Number: 021000021
to purchase an international money
acceptable certified documents that The Admissions Office processes order drawn on a U.S. bank for US$50
verify that they have satisfactorily applications for admission on a to pay the non-refundable processing

Admission Requirements
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION First time freshmen (not a transfer Applicants may also submit results for at least one academic year; and,
REQUIREMENTS s t udent – s ee definition under of the Cambridge Test of English barring unforeseen circumstances,
Kenyan Applicants subheading ‘Transfer Admission’ later Proficiency. A grade of C or better is adequate funding will be available
Admission to undergraduate degree in this chapter) U.S. citizens/permanent required. from the same or equally dependable
programs are based on academic residents must submit their SAT or Student s f rom countries where sources for subsequent years for the
achievement at the secondary level. ACT results. The results are evaluated English is the official language will be full course of study. The evidence
These include Kenya Certificate of in conjunction with the high school exempt from the USIU-Africa English of financial support must be current
Secondary Education (KCSE) scores grade point average. There is no time proficiency requirement unless their within one year of the student’s start
of C+ and above, five (5) credits in any limitation for SAT/ACT scores. academic performance at USIU-Africa date at the University. The Kenya
five (5) subjects at the Kenya Certificate International Applicants reveals the need for additional English Pupil’s Pass application fee is KES.
of Education (KCE) or East Africa language study. 5,000.00. Although students from
International applicants are
Certificate of Education (EACE) or the Tanz ania, Uganda, R wanda and
considered for admission based on Academic performance at USIU-Africa
Kenya National Examinations Council Burundi are required to apply for the
equivalent requirements but must may reveal the necessity for further
(KNEC) Diploma. Kenyan Pupil’s Pass, the application
also demonstrate English proficiency. English language study by a student.
fee has been waived by the Kenyan
U.S. Applicants All students for whom English is not The University reserves the right to
government.
High school graduation is required for a first language are required to show make the final determination of a
English proficiency before beginning student’s English proficiency level in The University reserves the right to
admission to USIU-Africa. High school
an academic program. all cases. require advance payment of funds
or secondary school students must
English Language Proficiency for students from selected countries
submit an official transcript of records FINANCIAL GUARANTEE FOR
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS where a past history of processing
showing date of graduation. USIU- All inter national s tudent s mus t
student funds has been unsatisfactory.
Africa recognizes two other equivalent provide evidence of English language Non-Kenyan applicants are required
Kenyan immigration law prohibits the
ways of meeting the graduation proficiency. to apply for a Kenyan Pupil’s Pass.
waiver of the evidence of financial
requirement: General Educational Undergraduate applicants must have a The application form for a Pupil’s Pass
support.
D evelo p m e nt (GED) ce r t i f ic ate score of 550 or higher (213 computer may be obtained from the Admissions
(applicant must have a minimum score TRANSFER ADMISSION
based) on the Test of English as a Office or from our web site at www.
of 45 on each of the five sections and an usiu.ac.ke. The application for a Pupil’s Transfer evaluation will be based on
Foreign Language (TOEFL). TOEFL
overall score of 250 or higher) or State Pass requires evidence of financial higher education work completed
scores must be current within the last
High School Proficiency Examination support certifying that sufficient funds where grades of C or better were
two years.
(applicant must pass this examination). are available for study at the University earned. Applicants with less than
12 semester units completed will programs at USIU-Africa. Allowable must have prior approval of the Dean obtained, and length of program. A
have their secondary school record transfer credits are identified and or designee. syllabus or course description in
also evaluated. Students who have documented by both the Admissions NB: For the Bachelor of Pharmacy
completed 12 semester unit s or Office and the appropriate Dean’s Program, the National Policy on English covering each course being
16-quarter units will not be required to Office. An official transcript must be transfer of credit, as developed by the considered for transfer credit should
submit SAT or ACT scores. received before final transfer work can Pharmacy & Poisons Board, shall apply. be submitted with the transcript to
An overall minimum of a 2.5 (on a be accepted. Course descriptions may the Admissions Office. Transcripts and
BASIS FOR INSTITUTIONAL
also be provided if requested. TRANSFER CREDIT syllabi documentation are evaluated
4.0 scale) grade point average is
Degree requirements are determined Transfer credits may be accepted from for the minimum C grade equivalency
recommended for applicants who have
by combining the transfer credits US institutions of higher education that requirement and subjec t mat ter
earned 16 or more quarter transferable
allowed and the required academic are accredited by one or more of the content to determine the number of
u n i t s o r 12 o r m o r e s e m e s t e r
work to be successfully completed at following agencies: transfer credits allowable.
tr ans fer able unit s from another
USIU-Africa. Students can request a • Middle States Association of Schools During the transfer credit evaluation
accredited or recognized institution.
copy of the transfer evaluation from the and Colleges process, academic work from other
Records below 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) will
Registrar’s Office. • New England Association of Schools colleges and universities is compared
be reviewed by the Academic Deans.
and Colleges to USIU-Africa courses within the
Official evaluation of undergraduate TRANSFER CREDIT LIMITS
• North Central Association of Schools appropriate degree program, and
transfer credit is under the authority A maximum of 49% of credit earned
and Colleges transfer credit s are awarded on
of the dean or designee of a school may be accepted for transfer from
• Nor th Western Association of the basis of similar syllabi. College
in consultation with the Admissions accredited undergraduate institutions.
Schools and Colleges and university courses completed
Of fice. All degree-seeking The 51% of all units toward a degree
• Southern Association of Schools and elsewhere may be considered for
undergraduate applicants must submit must be completed at USIU-Africa to
Colleges transfer credits as electives even
official high school records (showing comply with residency requirements.
• Western Association of Schools and though the courses are not offered at
date of graduation) and college USIU-Africa reser ves the right to
Colleges USIU-Africa.
records. waive this requirement for USIU-
International students from TRANSCRIPTS
The Academic & Student Af fairs Africa students participating in the
Inter national Student E xchange government-recognized institutions All undergraduate applicants to USIU-
Division evaluates transfer students’ must submit original or cer tified
programs. Africa must submit their high school
previous academic work completed at transcripts, translated into English, results (official transcripts or official
the undergraduate level for possible Once a student has matriculated at
showing courses completed, grades test results).
credits to be applied to their degree USIU-Africa, all further transfer credits

Transcripts should include records objectively reviewing application grade received is C or better. Credit extension credits may be applied
of all work taken and a date of doc ument s f rom inter national may be accepted where a D grade was toward the undergraduate degree
graduation. In addition, applicants applicants. Documents submitted to received under one of two conditions: requirements at USIU-Africa.
should have any college(s) previously the University in support of a student’s • a next higher course in a sequence U.S. MILITARY COURSE CREDIT
attended send official transcripts application become the property of has been completed at another The Universit y is guided by the
directly to the USIU-Africa Admissions the University, and the documents institution with a C grade or better r e c o m m e n d a t i o n s o f t h e AC E
Office. Student grade reports are not cannot be returned or forwarded. (e.g., courses in mathematics, (American Council on Education)
accepted in lieu of a transcript. Mailed Applicants to USIU-Africa must submit language); Guide to the Evaluation of Educational
or hand delivered sealed records that official transcripts of credit from all • or a higher course in a sequence is Experiences in the Armed Services
are addressed to the USIU- Africa previously attended institutions. All completed at USIU-Africa with a C regarding credit for U.S. Militar y
Ad mis sions O f fice s hould b ear grades earned at other accredited grade or better. Service toward the bachelor’s degree.
the official seal or certification and institutions will be used to compute
CORRESPONDENCE AND Transfer credit will be assessed on
appropriate signature from the issuing the grade point average for admission EXTENSION COURSES a course-by-course basis. To obtain
institution. purposes. The computed transfer credit for U.S. military service, the
USIU-Africa does not of fer
Transcripts (records of studies) issued credit grade point average from the student must have matriculated, be
correspondence courses and does
in languages other than English must other institution does not appear on enrolled at the University, and submit
not accept credit for such courses.
be accompanied by a certified English the USIU-Africa permanent record. Form DD-214 or DD-295.
Undergr aduate univer sit y- level
translation together with a copy of the TRANSFER CREDITS
extension courses completed at a A maximum of 30 units of examination
record(s) from which the translation
Undergraduate students transferring regionally accredited institution of credit from all sources will be accepted
was made.
t o US I U - A f r i c a f r o m a p p r ove d higher education can be accepted as by the University.
Academic records from non-American institutions may meet some or all of transfer credits at USIU-Africa. The INTERNATIONAL
system institutions are evaluated the General Education requirements extension course must be similar in BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA
according to the guidelines published by presenting credit s earned in content to a regular course offered at USIU-Africa recognizes the academic
by NAFSA (National Association of accredited institutes with grades of C the transferring institution and at USIU- challenge and motivation inherent
Foreign Student Advisors), AACRAO or better. Africa. The student must have received in the International Baccalaureate
(American Association of Collegiate GRADES REQUIRED FOR a grade of C or better in the course. Program. Such a program, satisfactorily
Registrars and Admissions Officers) TRANSFER CREDIT No more than 24 semester units of completed, will virtually guarantee an
and other recognized organizations
Transfer credit is accepted from applicant admission to USIU-Africa.
where research data is helpful toward
accredited institutions only if the In addition, the University will grant

advanced placement of six semester Level Examination Program (CLEP) by the dean or designee based on Conditional Admission
units for each higher-level result of four, may entitle a student to receive up current curriculum and admission Conditionally admitted students must
five, six, or seven up to a maximum of to 30 units of academic credit. The requirements. present the required documents within
30 units. Three semester units will Enrolment Management Office can RETURNING USIU-AFRICA the first semester of study. Failure to
be granted for each subsidiary level provide detailed information on the GRADUATES do so will prohibit further registration.
passes. Where applicable, these units tests available, fee schedules, and Students who complete a degree, Conditionally admitted students are
will be applied to the lower division testing dates. Scores should be sent to credential, or cer tificate program not eligible for financial aid..
academic requirements. the Admissions Office for evaluation. at USIU - Afric a and wish to be Special Status/Non-Degree
CAMBRIDGE AICE (BRITISH VARIANT COURSES considered for another program must Applicants
A-LEVEL) EXAMS Vocational or technical courses, submit an appropriate application
Students who do not intend to earn a
In recognition of the academic rigor of remedial high school courses, and to the Admissions Office and a non-
degree at USIU-Africa may apply to be
A-Level Exams, USIU-Africa will grant other courses below collegiate level refundable application-processing
Special Status Non-Degree students.
six (6) semester units for each course are not accepted at USIU-Africa as fee. All such applicants are expected
transfer credits even if the courses to meet all admission requirements for A s t u d e nt w ho is c las s if ie d as
passed at this level. Transfer evaluation
were completed at an accredited the new degree program. Special Status Non-Degree need
will be based on work completed
institution of higher education. ADMISSION STATUS not necessarily meet the admission
where grades of “C” or better were
requirements for a degree program,
earned in the Principal subjects (not APPLICANTS FOR RE-ADMISSION Appeal Process
but may be requested to submit
Subsidiary subjects). Applicants are Students who are not in continuous An undergraduate applicant who supporting documentation.
required to submit, to the Admissions enrolment must apply for re-admission has been refused admission may
Office, an official transcript/certificate From this admission status a student
through the Admissions Office, unless appeal the decision by writing to the
showing the date of graduation. Up may apply for full admission to
they have obtained an approved Leave Admission Office requesting a review
to a maximum of 18 semester units the University through the regular
of Absence. (See section on Leave of of the application. However, the appeal
may be transferred from A-Levels to admission process. If the student
Absence). will not be considered unless new
the undergraduate programs at USIU- becomes a degree-seeking student,
Students must submit an application academic information or supporting
Africa. a maximum of 12 semester units
and Ksh. 3000 or USD50 application documents are submitted.
(undergraduate) earned while in the
COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION fee. An application will automatically be
PROGRAM (CLEP) Special Status Non-Degree category
Students who are re-admitted will refused without further recourse if may be applied toward a degree
Satisfactory scores on the General and be treated as new students and any altered or forged documents are program. Special Status Non-Degree
Subject Examinations of the College their transcripts will be evaluated submitted. students are not eligible for financial

aid. In cases where there is limited of study.
class space, degree-seeking students Students who fail to sit for these tests,
will have enrolment priority. or the remedial courses thereafter will
In all c as es, meeting minimum
a d mi s s i o n s r e q u i r e m e nt s d o e s be placed on academic hold and will
not guarantee acceptance into the subsequently be unable to register for
undergraduate programs at USIU- any other courses in their programs.
ADMISSIONS TESTS
Africa.
As appropriate, applicants must
ADVANCED PLACEMENT TESTS
submit an official record of scores
Any s tudent who has taken the
from the American College Test (ACT)
College Entrance Examination Board
or Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT).
Advanced Placement Tes t s in a
There is no time limitation for the SAT
secondary school or high school and
or ACT. The Test of English as a Foreign
who has earned satisfactory scores
Language (TOEFL) must be current
(three or higher) can be credited with
within the last two years.
up to 30 units of coursework and/or
FORGED OR ALTERED
be placed in advanced courses by the
DOCUMENTS
appropriate department. Information
An application will automatically be
on USIU-Africa course equivalents to
refused without further recourse if
various Advanced Placement Tests is
any altered or forged documents are
included in this catalog.
submitted.
PLACEMENT TESTS
Undergraduate students are required
to sit for their placement tests in
English, Computer Competency and
Mathematics during their first semester
GRADUATE ADMISSION TRANSFER CREDITS Students who fail to maintain satisfactory
REQUIREMENTS N o t r a ns fe r of c re d i t s may b e seeking student, a maximum of one attendance will receive a no credit
Graduate admission requirements vary applied towards graduate degree semester of work earned while in the grade.
depending on the degree sought. In requirements. Special Status Non-Degree category APPLICANTS FOR RE-ADMISSION
addition to the degree requirements ADMISSION STATUS may be applied toward a degree Students who are not in continuous
for admission, the following are Appeal Process program. enrolment must apply for re-admission
University-wide graduate admission Special Status Non-Degree students through the Admissions Office, unless
A graduate applicant who has been
requirements: are not eligible for financial aid. In they have obtained an approved Leave
refused admission may appeal the
• Proof of graduation from cases where there is limited class of Absence. See section on leave of
decision, in writing, to the academic
secondary/high school or signed space, degree-seeking students will absence.
dean or designee. The appeal,
attestation on the USIU-Africa however, will not be considered have enrolment priority. Students must submit an application
application form or its equivalent unless new academic information or Auditing Courses and Ksh. 3000 or USD50 application fee.
(including month and year); supporting documents are submitted. Applicants who wish to take academic Students who are re-admitted will
• Official transcripts of all college The decision at this level is final. courses, but not receive credit, may be treated as new students and their
work undertaken (degrees and Special Status/Non-Degree Master’s audit courses. Students auditing transcripts will be evaluated by the dean
dates awarded must be posted); Applicants courses are not required to take exams or designee based on current curriculum
• Submission of a personal Students who do not intend to earn and complete assignments. They will and admission requirements.
narrative; and, a degree at USIU-Africa may apply not receive grades or credit. Students RETURNING USIU-AFRICA
• Two letters of recommendation to be Special Status Non-Degree who wish to audit classes must: GRADUATES
• Any other requirements as may be students. A student who is classified • complete the “Audit or Special Students who complete a degree or
requested by the University as Special Status Non-Degree need Status Non-Degree” Application certificate program at USIU-Africa
not necessarily meet the admission for Admission and wish to be considered for another
MEETING MINIMUM ADMISSIONS
requirements for a degree program, • receive an acceptance notification program must submit an appropriate
Requirement s do not guarantee but may be requested to submit application to the Admissions Office
from the Admissions O f fice
acceptance into USIU-Africa graduate supporting documentation. From this and a non-refundable application-
before attending classes,
programs. admission status a student may apply processing fee. All such applicants
• complete regular registration
for full admission to the University are expected to meet all admission
procedures, pay audit fees and
through the regular admission process. requirements for the new degree
any additional fees.
If the student becomes a degree- program.
CHANGE OF DEGREE PROGRAM
Graduate students who wish to change
degree programs must re-apply to the
new area of study and pay a Ksh. 3000
or USD50 processing fee. If accepted
they must complete requirements for
the new degree program.
FORGED OR ALTERED
DOCUMENTS
An application will automatically be
refused without further recourse if
any altered or forged documents are
submitted.

Financial Aid
The USIU-Africa Financial Aid Office the Financial Aid programs require
is designed to help a limited number minimum incoming and/or cumulative
of students meet their educational GPAs.
tuition costs when their own resources Students must adhere to the Financial
are not sufficient. Financial Aid is Aid deadlines to be eligible for
available in the form of scholarships, consideration. USIU-Africa offers a
grants and work-study. number of grants and scholarships.
Scholarships – award based on NOTE: T he completion of a n
student’s academic achievement, a p p l i c a ti o n fo r m fo r f i n a n c i a l
background and other criteria. assistance, does not guarantee that
Work- study – employment that a student will receive financial aid.
enables a student to earn money Financial Aid is very limited and Second and subsequent-time HELB www.edupass.org
towards a portion of tuition costs its receipt is contingent upon the loan applicants may download forms www.internationalstudent.com
d u ri n g o r b e t we e n p e rio d s o f availability of funds and the number from the HELB website. www.institueforbrandleadership.org
enrolment. of students that apply for the same in SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH ENGINES For more information on Financial aid,
a given semester. Every applicant for Here are scholarship search engines please contact the Financial Aid Office
Grants – aid that generally does not
financial aid must fill in the application we recommend to students in search on: (+254) 730 116 745/776 or by e-mail:
have to be repaid back.
and go through a n inter view of financial assistance: finaid@usiu.ac.ke
Graduate Assistantships (Teaching, www.fastweb.com
process conducted by a financial aid
Research) www.finaid.org
committee to assess eligibility.
To b e consid e re d for f ina ncial www.collegeboard.org
HIGHER EDUCATION LOANS BOARD
aid, students must complete the (HELB) www.collegenet.com
“Financial Application Form” and Kenyan students are also encouraged www.collegequest.com
have a critical need for financial aid. to apply for a loan from the Higher www.college-scholarships.com
Supporting documents are required. Education Loans Board (HELB). www.iefa.org
All of the Financial Aid programs Students can email them at: www.internationalschorlarships.com
require that a student is registered full helb@helb.co.ke www.internationalstudentloan.com
time (9 – 12 units for undergraduate www.iefc.com
and 6 – 9 units for graduate). Some of www.rotary.org

Policies and compliance with the University’s policy the dispute and render a solution
Procedures
against discrimination of students. more difficult. In any event, students
have the right to file a formal written
Student-Initiated Grievance
grievance – either initially or if informal
It is University policy that all persons resolution is not possible.
should enjoy freedom from unlawful
USIU-Africa encourages prompt discrimination of any kind, including Filing a Formal Grievance
reporting of complaints so that a rapid harassment or retaliation for reporting

a complaint. This policy applies to
Any student who feels that he or she
has been subjected to discrimination
response can be made and appropriate prohibit discrimination bet ween by the University through any of
action can be taken. members of the University community,

including bet ween students and
its employees, entities, policies,
procedures, or programs may report
between employees and students. the matter in writing to:
USIU -Africa encourages prompt DVC - Academic & Student Affairs
Policy on Non-Discrimination
repor ting of complaints so that a 1st Floor, Chandaria School of Business
It is the polic y of United States rapid response can be made and
Telephone: +254-730 116 406
Inter national Univer sit y - Afric a appropriate action can be taken. Note
to take all reasonable measures that reporting a complaint need not be E-mail: rrono@usiu.ac.ke
to provide equal educational and limited to someone who was the target The entire procedure is available from
employment opportunities without of the discrimination. the above officer and is published in
unlawful discrimination based on race, the Student Handbook.
The DVC - Academic & Student Affairs
religion, gender, colour, ethnicity,
is available to help students resolve Sexual Harassment Policy
national origin, marital status, sexual
problems informally. The University
orientation, age, medical condition, Sexual harassment, a form of
encourages discussion between the
disability, status as a disabled war d i s c r i mi n a t i o n o n t h e b a s i s of
parties directly involved in a grievance,
veteran. gender, is prohibited and is set forth
especially in the early stages of
in the University “Policy on Non-
The DVC - Academic & Student a dispute before the respec tive
Discrimination.” The term “sexual
Affairs, is designated to coordinate par ties have assumed of ficial or
har as s ment” means unwelcome
the University’s responsibilities under public positions which may polarize
sexual advances, requests for sexual
the laws of Kenya and to ensure

favors, and other verbal, visual, or be released without consent of the
physical conduct of a sexual nature. student to:
This behavior is unacceptable in the • USIU-Africa officials with legitimate
academic environment and in other educational interest.
University-related settings such as • Other institutions in which the
University-sponsored activities or student seeks to enroll.
University-related social events. The • Persons or institutions providing
entire policy is published in the Student financial aid to the student.
Handbook. • Accrediting agencies.
Disclosure or Release of Student Copies of the complete student
records policy may be obtained from
Information
the Registrar’s Office.
US law allows current and former
students access to their education Services for Individuals with Disabilities
records. To protec t the privac y The University will provide reasonable
of students, the law sets cer tain access to facilities and services and
conditions on the disclosure of to programs for which the student is
personal information kept by the otherwise qualified without unlawful
University. discrimination based upon disability,
Name, date of birth, field of study, whether that be real, perceived,
at tendance dates, and degrees or in the past. The University will
received, and other items designated accommodate individuals who
as Directory Information are public currently have a disabling condition,
information and may be disclosed subject to availability of the necessary
without the student’s prior consent. infrastructure.
Students may request that public Students with disabilities should
infor mation not be released by obtain information on what is available
providing a written statement to the from the Student Af fair s O f fice
Registrar’s Office. before admission. They must provide
• Non – Directory information may
documentation from a qualified
professional to establish their disability,
along with suggested reasonable and
necessar y accommodations. They
should request accommodations at the
start of each semester.
Students are encouraged to contact
one of the following compliance
officers who will coordinate USIU-
Africa’s efforts to provide needed
services:
Principal Medical Services Officer

Health Center
Tel: +254 730 116 759
Principal Counselor
Counseling Center
Tel: +254 730 116 797
W hile t he Univer sit y will s t r ive
to accommo date s t ud ent s wit h
disabilities as fully as pos sible,
reasonable accommodations do not
include measures which fundamentally
alter the academic program or which
place an undue financial burden on the
University.

Registrar’s Policies and Procedures
REGISTRATION the graduate and doctoral levels - Full-time students are those students Students withdrawing from all courses
Students may not register for any each semester to be able to maintain whose semes ter ac ademic load after the last day to withdraw, must
courses unless officially admitted their status and to retain the pupil’s (coursework or other required activity) schedule an appointment and obtain
to the University by the USIU-Africa pass. Only students who are in their is composed of at least 9 or more units a Drop and Add Form from their
Admissions Office. final semester at the undergraduate at the undergraduate level or six or Academic Advisors, complete the form
level or are taking project, thesis or more units at the graduate level. (See and the Advisors will return the Drop
Students will not receive credit for
dissertation courses at the graduate also section on student course loads). and Add Form to the Registrar’s Office.
any course in which they are not
level will be exempted from this policy. A grade of WU for each course will be
officially registered. Except in unusual Part-time students are those students
In case of a semester break, the entered on the student’s permanent
circumstances, registration after the whose semester academic load is less
student must surrender their Kenya record.
second week of classes will not be than 9 units at the undergraduate level
Student Pass to the Government of or fewer than six units at the graduate WITHDRAWAL FROM THE
permitted. Students may not attend
Kenya’s Directorate of Immigration UNIVERSITY
any class for which they are not officially level.
enrolled. and Registration of Persons, and DROPPING AND ADDING COURSES Student s withdr awing f rom the
spend such time off in his/her country University must complete the Final
Registration must be completed by the Dates for adding and dropping courses
of origin. Clearance Form obtained from the
student or his/her legal agent. are published in the official Academic
DATES Registrar’s Office.
Registration procedures must be Calendar.
Registration dates are announced in CANCELLATION OF REGISTRATION
completed in order for students to be If a student stops attending a course
the Academic Calendar published The University reserves the right to
considered officially enrolled. without going through the official drop
each year. Transfer and returning cancel the registration of any student
International Students procedure, a grade of F will be entered
students are urged to schedule an who does not comply with USIU-Africa
on the student’s permanent record.
All international students must meet appointment with an academic advisor rules, regulations or policies.
all Government of Kenya requirements There is an administrative withdrawal
to pre-register. New students are CANCELLATION OF A COURSE
for the purpose of acquiring a Kenya fee of Ksh. 50 0 for each course
expected to attend orientation for The University makes every reasonable
Student Pass. dropped or added.
registration procedures. The dates for effort to offer courses as announced.
After obtaining financial clearance orientation are published in the official Students who wish to drop all courses
However, the University reserves the
to enroll for classes, all international Academic Calendar. In order to attend in which they originally enrolled for a
right to modify the class schedule or to
students must enroll for a full course class, a student must be officially semester must follow the withdrawal
cancel courses if necessary.
load - minimum of 9 units at the registered for courses. procedures described below.
WAIVERS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
undergraduate level and 6 units at ENROLMENT STATUS WITHDRAWAL FROM ALL CLASSES

If a course requirement is waived,
another course must be substituted. A
course waiver does not reduce the unit
requirements for the degree program.
Applications for course substitutions
and waivers must be processed using
the appropriate substitution/waiver
form that is initiated by the student with
the academic advisor and approved by
the Dean or Assistant to the Dean of
the School involved.

Financial Policies and Procedures
TUITION AND FEES CREDIT CARDS The student’s USIU-Africa identification RETURNED CHECK FEE
All charges for tuition, room and board, USIU-Africa accepts payment by all number must be clearly indicated on A 10% charge (up to a maximum of
and other fees are due in full prior to major credit cards. Students and their the deposit slip for payment of fees to KES.5, 000.00) will be assessed for
the first day of classes each semester. guardians can pay in US dollars or be credited to the student’s account. checks returned to USIU-Africa by
Any exceptions to this rule must be Kenya shillings using their credit cards. the bank for uncollected funds. The
approved by the Finance Of fice.
Registration is not final until all fees
have been paid. Commercial Bank of Africa Ltd., Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Ltd.,
The University reserves the right to Upper Hill Branch, Ragati & Mara Roads, Kenyatta Avenue Branch,
withhold a grade report, academic KES Account Number: 6438840014 Telephone: +254-(0)20-3294000
US Dollar Account Number: 6462210014 Current Account Number: 0104023439700
transcript, and diploma from any
Account Name: USIU-Africa or United States Account Name: Account Name: USIU-Africa or United
student who has outstanding financial
International University - Africa States International University - Africa
obligations, either to the University or
Swift Code: CBAFKENX
to student organizations. Registration Intermediary Bank: JP Morgan Chase Bank, New York
may be withdrawn for non-payment of Other Payments by Electronic Cards:
SWIFT Code: CHASUS33
fees. Routing Number: 021000021 JCB Card, Master Card, Visa Card and Visa Electron (Debit
Note: Remember to always include your full name and Card).
Information on specific tuition and
fee charges for various USIU-Africa USIU-Africa Student ID Number
Mobile Money Transfer Services
programs is included in the Tuition Kenya Commercial Bank M-PESA
and Fee Schedule published in the Thika Road Mall Branch
i) Safaricom menu select M-PESA
Academic Calendar. KES Account No:1179516710
ii) Pay bill
Cash payments in excess of KES 1000 Account Name: USIU-Africa or United States
International University - Africa iii) Enter USIU-Africa Business number – 516900
is NOT accepted in the cash office. iv) Enter amount to pay
Fees should be deposited or wired to The Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd., v) A/C Number: – Student ID No. and Name.
the following banks. to the listed bank Main Branch, Co-op House, Haile Selassie Avenue,
Note: Remember to always include your full name and
accounts: Telephone: +254-(0)20-3276000
Current Account Number: 01120002134100 USIU-Africa ID Number
Account Name: Account Name: USIU-Africa or United
States International University - Africa

amount shall be reviewed periodically WITHDRAWING FROM ALL the signatures of the University surrendered to the Chief Accountant’s
depending on the bank charges for COURSES/WITHDRAWING FROM Registrar, the Dean, and the office before the end of the first week
returned checks. Personal checks will THE UNIVERSITY Director Finance. of the semester.
not be accepted from students with a Students officially withdrawing from • The Add/ Drop Form must be REFUNDABLE CHARGES TO BE
history of returned checks all courses or withdrawing from the submitted to the Registrar for WAIVED
INTEREST CHARGES University will receive refund according processing. • Tuition (as per refund policy)
There is a 1.5% interest charge on to t he following c harge waiver • Once a copy of the form is • Library Fee
the average balance outstanding in schedule: forwarded to the Finance Office, a • Medical Fee
a student account at the end of each • 100% charge waiver if officially refund will be calculated according • Student Activities Fee
month. recorded on or before the first day to the applicable refund policy. • Course Lab Fee
of the semester. Students should liaise with their • Student Medical Insurance (non-
INSTITUTIONAL CHARGE WAIVER/
REFUND POLICY • 90% charge waiver if officially parents and sponsors to ensure other refundable after the second week
recorded within seven calendar funds for other purposes e.g. pocket of the semester)
Dropping a Course
days of the first day of the money, meals, accommodation; etc NON-REFUNDABLE CHARGES/
If a course is officially recorded by the semester. CHARGES NOT WAIVED
are not deposited in University bank
registrar as being dropped, the charge • 75% charge waiver if officially • Add/Drop Fee
accounts. Student’s personal funds
waiver schedule is as follows: recorded within 14 calendar days • Late Registration Fee
e.g. pocket money, rent, etc. should be
• 100% charge waiver if officially of the first day of the semester. channeled directly to the student. • Required course materials for
recorded before the first day of the There is an administrative withdrawal EXCEPTIONS various classes
semester. fee of KES. 500.00 for each course • Tuition ( as per policy)
Exceptions to this policy are limited
• 90% charge waiver if of ficially dropped or added. to extreme circumstances of students ROOM AND BOARD
recorded within seven calendar days PROCEDURE FOR WITHDRAWING/ below 18 years as well as those A USD90 (KES. 4,550.00 for East
of the first day of the semester. REQUESTING A CHARGE WAIVER on tr us t s and other succes sion African Residents) for Caution and
• 75% charge waiver if of ficially A student must complete the following arrangements. In both cases affected Room Key Deposit fee is required
recorded within 14 calendar days of steps in order to receive a fee credit: students will have to register upfront. of students already accepted for
the first day of the semester. • The student to contact the Forms for registration for these two campus accommodation. The amount
• If recorded after 14 calendar days of Registrar to officially withdraw circumstances are available at the should be paid before the start of the
the first day of the semester the course from course(s) and fill out an add/ Finance of fice. Duly filled forms semester. This fee will automatically be
will be charged full fee. drop form. This form will require with appropriate evidence is to be converted to room deposit once they
finally report. This fee is not refundable.

Academic enrolling at the University as degree students with junior standing and are
Information
candidates, provided they do not numbered 3000-4999. Certain courses
interrupt their studies. may also have individual prerequisites.
Once students interrupt their programs Graduate courses are numbered 5000
(i.e., without an approved leave of and above, whereas Doctoral courses
The Catalog take effect on the first day of absence for two or more semesters), it
will be necessary to satisfy the degree
are numbered 7000 and above.
NB: The course codes for B.Pharmacy
class of the Fall semester of the academic year requirements as outlined in the USIU- courses are however unique to the
for which it is published. Africa Catalog in effect at the time they
re-enter as degree candidates.
program.
Leave of Absence
Catalogs take effect on the first day
University Catalog If students anticipate being absent
of class of the Fall semester of the
Students are responsible for becoming academic year for which they are from the University for a semester or
familiar with the information presented published. more, a Leave of Absence form must
in this Catalog and for knowing and be obtained from the Registrar’s
observing all policies, procedures and Academic Calendar Office. Graduate students enrolled
deadlines related to their participation The academic year is divided into in their thesis, project or dissertation
in the University community. three semesters: each 14 weeks in must obtain approval from their
Regulations will not be waived nor duration (Fall, Spring and Summer). A c a d e m i c D e a n o r d e s i g n a t e.
exceptions granted based on a The academic year begins with the Fall Financial Aid recipients must also
student’s ignorance of USIU-Africa semester. Academic credit is given in obtain approval from the Financial
policies or procedures. Semester Units. Aid Office and International Students
must also secure the approval from the
Not all courses listed in this Catalog are Course Numbering
Pupil’s Pass Coordinator. Thereafter,
available each semester. Undergraduate lower division courses the completed Leave of Absence Form
Catalog Controlling Graduation are numbered 1000-2999. Students must be returned to the Registrar’s
are expected to complete all their Office. A leave of absence may be
Students must satisfy degree and
1000 and 2000 level courses in their approved for a total of one academic
course requirements as outlined in
freshmen and sophomore years. Upper year.
the Catalog in effect at the time of first
division courses are available to those

Students who receive an approved degree program or below 2.0 at A p p e al s f o r r e i n s t a te m e nt a r e The transcript bears the following
leave of absence may return to the the undergraduate level and 3.0 at governed strictly by the following entries regarding the completion of
University after the expiration of the graduate level. The academic standing conditions: degree requirements and the awarding
leave under the following condition: of transfer students is determined A. The reinstated student will of degrees: degree awarded; area of
the degree requirements appearing by the grade point average of work be placed on academic warning, and concentration or major (as applicable);
in the Catalog of the date of original completed at USIU-Africa. the student must obtain the cumulative and date of completion, i.e., the last
matriculation remain in effect. A leave grade point average established by day of the last semester registered or
Ac ademic Warning/ Probation/
of absence does not change the time the University within the next two the date on which all requirements for
limits for degree completion. Dismissal the degree were completed (whichever
semesters of enrolment. If the student
Students who are absent from the Students are automatically placed on does not attain the required GPA in the is the later date).
University and who have not received Academic Warning at the end of any time allowed, academic dismissal from Official Records
an approved leave of absence, semester in which their cumulative grade the University will be automatic.
point average change from satisfactory Official transcripts are issued by the
must reapply for admission, and, if B. The student automatically
to unsatisfactory (i.e. below 2.0 at the Registrar’s Office. Transcripts are
readmitted, must enter a program will be returned to a regular status
undergraduate level and below 3.0 at issued only at the written request of
offered at the time of readmission (i.e., when his or her cumulative grade
graduate level). Students will be placed the student. Exceptions to this rule are
may not enter the program in which point average reaches 2.0 at the
on academic probation at the end of the covered under the heading “Disclosure
they were previously enrolled if it is no undergraduate level and reaches 3.0
second successive semester in which or Release of Student Information.”
longer offered). at graduate level.
their cumulative grade point averages Requests for transcripts may be
Students who register but do not submitted either in person, or by mail.
remain unsatisfactory. Students will be Transcripts
attend class by the end of the 3rd A KES 500.00 fee is charged for each
dismissed from the University at the end
week will be no show cases (have their Permanent Record official transcript and a KES 250.00 fee
of the third successive semester in which
registration cancelled) and considered Only information of an academic nature is charged for each unofficial transcript.
their cumulative grade point averages
to be away without approved leave of is entered into the Student Academic
remain unsatisfactory. Official transcripts bear the institutional
absence. Record (transcript). Specifically, no
Student s who are ac ademic ally seal and the signature of the University
Academic Standing statement regarding disciplinar y Registrar.
dismissed may appeal their cases
action is entered. Disciplinary action
A student’s academic standing is to the dean or designee if there are Transcripts may be withheld if the
and the disciplinary records fall within
considered unsatisfac tor y if the extenuating circumstances. Students student has an unresolved obligation
the purview of the Student Affairs
cumulative grade point average who are dismissed a second time need to the University.
Office.
falls below the GPA required by the not appeal.

Marking System and Symbols Used on thesis, dissertation, project, internship,
90% -100% Grade A 4.0 quality points
Transcripts community service and other specified
courses. 87%-89% Grade A- 3.7 quality points
A Superior. The student has
demonstrated a quality of work and NC No Credit. The student has not
achieved the minimum expectations 84%-86% Grade B+ 3.3 quality points
accomplishment far beyond the formal
requirements and shows originality of scholarship or credit in terms of the
80%-83% Grade B 3.0 quality points
of thought and mastery of material. course objectives. The NC is not to be
A+ grades are not recognized as a used where a grade of F is justified. It 77%-79% Grade B- 2.7 quality points
valid grade in grade point average is not used in computing grade point
averages. 74%-76% Grade C+ 2.3 quality points
calculations.
B Above Average. The I Incomplete. Given only in 70%-73% Grade C 2.0 quality points
student’s achievement exceeds the extenuating circumstances. Work
usual accomplishment, showing a clear must be completed by the end of the 67%-69% Grade C- 1.7 quality points
indication of initiative and grasp of the succeeding semester.
64%-66% Grade D+ 1.3 quality points
subject. IS In Session. No continuous enrolment
C Average. The student has met required. 62%-63% Grade D 1.0 quality points
the formal requirements and has IP In Progress. To be used for certain
60%-61% Grade D- 0.7 quality points
demonstrated good comprehension t hes es, p roje c t s, p r ac tic al and
of the subject and reasonable ability to internships. 0%-59% Grade F 0.0 quality points
handle ideas.
D Below Average. The student’s drop period.
AU Audit. Does not yield credit.
accomplishment (while still passing) WU University withdrawal indicates Quality Points and Grade -Point
Enrolment for audit is limited to original
leaves much to be desired. Minimum withdrawal from all classes.
registration for the semester or to Average (GPA)
requirements have been met but
properly approved changes within the NR No Repor t. Indication (to be
without distinction. For each unit in which the student is
first week. Registration and payment of used only by the Registrar) that as of
enrolled, he or she will receive quality
F Failure. The student has not met the fees are required for audit courses. the deadline for submitting grades,
points as follows:
minimum requirements. none had been received. See “Grade
W Withdrawal. Grade given to those A student’s grade point average is
CR Credit. Used upon completion of Reporting” section.
who drop classes after the scheduled

obtained by dividing the total number than 14 calendar days from the end of the Students may receive an incomplete incomplete grade. Incomplete grades,
of points earned by the total number term. If grades are not received on time grade for a course when illness, family which are not received by the end of the
of units undertaken, excluding courses in by the registrar, an NR (No Report) will be tragedy, or similar difficulty makes it following semester, will be converted
which the grades CR, I, IS, IP, NC, NR, W, entered on the student’s grade report. impossible for them to complete course automatically to an F grade for graded
and, AU. Transfer units are not counted Students who receive NR for their grade requirements on time. Students must courses and to an NC for credit/no credit
in calculating the GPA on the USIU-Africa should contact their instructor. arrange for an incomplete grade with courses.
transcript. All credits counted toward After a grade has been reported to the their instructor and department chair.
Grade Appeals Process
a degree are used in calculating the registrar, the grade will not be changed Students do not re-register to finish
cumulative GPA. incomplete coursework; however, Students have the right to ask an
unless a written grade change and
they are required to finish incomplete instructor for an explanation of any
Grade Reporting an acceptable reason for the change
coursework no later than the end of the grade received. Grade appeals are used
are submitted to the registrar by the
Instructors report a grade for credit when following semester (summer included). in instances where students perceive
instructor with prior approval of the
all requirements for the course have been Normally the course must be completed that a final grade is unfair, arbitrary, or
departmental Chair or designee.
completed. The Registrar’s Office must with the instructor who assigned the capricious. Appeals must be filed within
receive grades from instructors no later Incomplete Grade six weeks of the date the grade was

posted. It is the student’s responsibility to be monitored electronically. Each be fulfilled by examination. However,
Students are encouraged to talk to their notify the Registrar’s Office that the student is responsible for all academic in some circumstances exchange
instructors before beginning the grade repeated course has been completed. work missed during absences. To get students may be exempted from this
appeals process to attempt to resolve At t h e u n d e r g r a d u a te l eve l, a a grade in a course, a student must requirement.
the matter informally. Information about maximum of four courses may be attend at least 75% of the classes in Mas ter ’s degree s tudent s mus t
the grade appeals process is available in repeated to replace a prior grade. Any that course. complete all but six units of their
the Departmental Chairs’ offices. other repeats after that will not replace At both the undergraduate and degree requirements at the University.
a previous grade. graduate levels the maximum Students should consult their academic
Repeated Courses
No course may be taken more than allowable absences is seven (7) for advisor for details.
Students may repeat courses in order twice a week classes, and three point
twice (the original registration and Doc tor al degree s tudent s mus t
to improve their academic record. five (3.5) for once a week classes. This
one subsequent registration) without complete all units of their degree
All grades earned at USIU-Africa will translates to missing 25% of class
approval from the academic dean. requirements at the University. There
remain on the student’s transcript and contact hours. Any absences in excess
At the graduate level, a maximum shall be no credit transfers. Students
the highest grade earned will be used of these limits, whether excused or
of two courses may be repeated s ho ul d co ns ul t t heir Ac a d e mic
to compute the grade point average. unexcused, will automatically lead to
to replace a prior grade. Any other Advisors for details.
The record for any repeated course will an F grade.
repeats after that will not replace Exceptions to Academic Regulations
show the original grade accompanied
a previous grade. No course may No Show
by a notation, signifying that the A request for an exception to a
b e t aken more t han t wice (t he Students who register but do not
repeated course is shown elsewhere published University academic policy
original registration and subsequent attend class by the end of the third
on the transcript. In all instances, or a request for any special academic
registration) without approval from the week will be considered No Shows and
the same structured class must be privilege must be made in writing
academic dean. their registration will be cancelled.
completed. initiated through an academic advisor.
Repeated courses may not be taken Class Attendance Academic Residency Requirements All documentary evidence in support
by Independent Study or be taken on a USIU-Africa shall closely monitor class of each application for academic
Undergraduate students must be in
Credit/ No Credit basis. attendance through consistent roll call exception or academic privilege
attendance at the University for the last
during class time. All instructors shall should be submitted with the written
Courses failed must be repeated at three semesters preceding graduation.
take attendance for all classes and the request. Each case will be decided on
USIU-Africa. If a transferred course is The last 30 units applicable toward
components of the instruction taught its own merits. All exceptions, waivers,
repeated at USIU-Africa, only the USIU- the degree must be earned while
through the Blackboard platform shall and special privileges are subject to
Africa grade appears on the transcript. attending the University and may not

review by the dean for a final decision. for the hearings and the appeals are will be subject to a referral to the faculty meet the students’ learning outcomes,
described in this section. member’s Dean for appropriate action. for the welfare of the student(s) or to avoid
Transfer Students
disruption of the academic process.
The University shall admit prospective Students Students’ Academic Grievance Process
After investigation, the Departmental
students from institutions approved by A s it is with other member s of Student(s) may have complaints and
Chair or Dean communicates his/
the Kenyan Commission for University the ac ademic communit y, each grievances relating to course quality
her decision in writing to the affected
Education. student’s conduct is expected to be / standards, course materials, an
student(s) and instructor within five (5)
in accordance with the standards instructor’s teaching approach. A student
Academic Code of Conduct and Ethics working days.
of the University. Students bear who feels aggrieved by an instructor or
The Univer sit y is commit ted to the responsibility not only for their has serious concerns about the manner Appeal Process
principles of scholastic honesty. Its own academic integrity, but also in which a course is being conducted is Either party has a right to appeal the
members are expected to abide by for bringing instances of suspected encouraged to first raise the issues or Departmental Chair’s decision to the
ethical standards both in their conduct violations of the Academic Code of grievances verbally with the instructor School Dean. Where the decision
and in their exercise of responsibility Conduct to the attention of the proper within five (5) days of the incident. If this emanates from the office of the school
toward s ot her memb er s of t he authorities. Any evidence that the is not possible or if a satisfactory solution Dean either party can appeal to the
community. student has failed to report instances is not reached, the student(s) shall DVC Academic and Student Affairs
This Code of Conduct and Ethics is of suspected misconduct will lead to consult, in writing, with the respective within 10 working days. However,
established to lend greater definition sanctions. Departmental Chair, school Dean this procedure provides for internal
and meaning to the principles of and thereafter the DVC, Academic resolution of complaint s and is
Faculty and Administration
scholastic honesty and to outline Affairs. Should the instructor be the not a legal forum. Consequently,
standards which will guide the actions Fac ult y and ad minis t r atio n are Departmental Chair or the Dean, the representation of parties by legal
of the academic community. Any obligated to the University and to student should report to the next level counsel is not permitted. The DVC -
student who violates the Code of the students they teach and serve to of office. ASA will appoint an appeals board to
Conduct and Ethics will be subject to uphold ethical standards. They must
The Departmental Chair or Dean/ hear the appeal. An appeals board
sanctions up to and including dismissal deal fully and fairly with instances of
designee takes immediate action in shall consist of one faculty member, the
f ro m t he Univer sit y. A s t ud e nt academic misconduct. Any evidence
response to the complaint, and may Departmental Chair of the respective
accused of a violation is guaranteed that a faculty member has intentionally
impose appropriate action on interim Department, representative of Faculty
an impartial hearing and the right to acted in a manner not consistent with
basis when there is reasonable cause Council, representative of Student
an appeal. Procedures and guidelines this policy (including failures to report
to believe that such action is needed to Affairs Council and representative of
instances of suspected misconduct)

Human Resource. The DVC - ASA will considered as either a violation or an chunks of text from sources with human subjects.
appoint one member of the appeals infraction. obvious disregard of conventional A LT E R AT I O N O R M I S U S E O F
board to chair the hearing and ensure citation procedures. UNIVERSIT Y DOCUMENTS: any
that proper procedures are followed. • Faili n g to i n d i c a te t h e alteration or misuse of University
Violations
The appeals board shall submit a sources of some ideas or data documents or records, including acts
report of its findings to the DVC- ASA The following acts are examples of of forger y and/or furnishing false
• Cyber plagiarism
within five (5) working days of the end violations. information whether in hard copy or
UNAUTHORIZED COLLABORATION:
of the deliberations. The DVC - ASA CHEATING ON EXAMS: This refers soft copy.
the engagement of unauthorized
shall communicate in writing to the to the use of any prohibited materials DISRUPTION OF ACADEMIC
support of others within or without
affected student(s) and instructor of during exam and collusion with other
the University in the preparation of ACTIVITY: disruptive behavior, willful
his/her determination within two (2) persons within or without the exam
assignments, projects, theses and disobedience, profanity or vulgarity,
working days. The decision of the DVC room.
dissertations. or the abuse of University personnel
- ASA and sanctions (if any) imposed is EX AMINATION BEHAVIOUR: any
THEFT OF RESOURCE MATERIALS: which continues after a warning has
final. intentional giving or use of external
any unauthorized taking of resource been given.*
The record of the final determination of assistance during an examination
materials such as course materials, ACTS OR THREATS OF PHYSICAL
the grievance will be maintained in the without the expres s per mis sion
library materials, computer software, HARM: any act or threat of physical
office of the DVC - ASA for a period of of the faculty member giving the
media equipment. abuse, assault, and/or battery upon any
five (5) years unless new circumstances examination.
dictate that the record should be kept PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED WORK: member of the University community,
FABRICATION: any falsification or
for a longer period. presenting work prepared for and including faculty, students and staff.*
invention of data, citation or other
submitted to another course. ACTS OR THREATS OF DAMAGE TO
Acts of Misconduct authority in an academic exercise.
UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS: any PROPERTY: acts or threats of abuse,
The Code of Conduc t prohibit s PL AGIARISM: any passing of f of
unauthorized access to any person’s misuse, damage, or destruction of
certain acts of misconduct by students another’s ideas, words, or work as
files or computer account or property belonging to or located on
enrolled at the University. Other one’s own. The following are some
unauthorized access into the system, University controlled property or
University policies and procedures examples:
generally.
may also apply. Depending on the • Submitting someone else’s facilities.*
UNAUTHORIZED RESEARCH: failure
circumstances, the following acts of work as your own. VIOLATIONS DEFINED BY FACULTY
to obtain approval of the Institutional
misconduct described below may be • Copying or paraphrasing MEMBER: any other intentional
Review Board for research involving

violation of rules or policies established University community, disciplinary misconduct may have been committed academic supervisor must determine,
by a course faculty member/academic procedures administered by the DVC by a student, it is the responsibility within three (3) working days of the
supervisor. Assisting Other Students in for Academic and Student Affairs may of that faculty member/ academic contact with the student, whether no
Acts of Misconduct. replace the procedures outlined below supervisor to undertake as thorough action of misconduct has occurred, an
when referred by the Departmental and reasonable an investigation as infraction has occurred, or a serious
Infractions
Chair or the Dean. In the case of possible under the circumstances and violation has occurred.
The following acts are examples of a violent act, the faculty member in any case within 10 working days of 3. REPORT TO THE
infractions. Students found to have immediately contacts University the discovery of the misconduct. DEPARTMENTAL CHAIR: In all cases
committed these acts are subject to Security. 2. COMMUNICATION WITH in which an act of misconduct has
sanctions described, as applicable, to
Procedures THE STUDENT OF POTENTIAL been determined by the facult y
infractions in the Sanctions section.
VIOL ATION: If this investigation member/academic super visor to
1. Any unintentional act that, if The following procedures apply to
suggests to the faculty member/ have occurred, the faculty member/
it were intentional, would be a serious suspected instances and allegations
academic supervisor that there may academic supervisor shall report this
violation. of academic misconduct. Pending
have been misconduct, the faculty determination to the Departmental
resolution of the matter and any
2. Any violation of the rules member/academic supervisor must Chair in a timely manner (within 3
permit ted appeal regarding the
or policies established for a course promptly (and no later than three (3) working days of the contact with the
mat ter, the student’s status as a
or academic exercise which has not working days after conclusion of the student) so that the Departmental
student remains unaltered except in
been effectively communicated to investigations) contact the student Chair may determine appropriate
cases where there are reasons relating
the student, or which in the judgment suspected of the misconduct in order action under the terms of this policy.
to the physical or emotional welfare
of the facult y member/academic to provide an opportunity for the T h e f a c u l t y m e m b e r/a c a d e m i c
of the student or of others, or reasons
supervisor has not been determined to student to discuss the matter directly supervisor must include in the report to
involving the safety of persons or
constitute a serious violation. with the faculty member/ academic the Departmental Chair the following:
property.
Note: repeated infractions may be super visor. The facult y member/ description of suspected misconduct
considered for treatment as serious Violation Determination Phase academic supervisor may call upon ( i n c lu d i ng t h e d ate, t i m e, a n d
violations.* 1. INVESTIGATION: When a the Departmental Chair to be involved circumstances).
*Under certain exceptional faculty member/academic supervisor in a discussion with the student.
• A summary of the
circumstances involving serious dire c tly o bs er ve s or ot her wis e Following this contact between the
investigation
violations listed above which pose a determines faculty member/academic supervisor
threat to the health and safety of the (based on other evidence) that an act of and the student, the faculty member/

conducted. If a s anc tion is d eter mine d by considered an infraction or a serious
• The finding and evidentiary t h e D e p a r t m e nt al C hair to b e violation and the sanction. The student
support. necessar y and appropriate under will be reminded of the right to appeal.
the circumstances, the notice to The Departmental Chair’s decision is
• A summary of the faculty
the student must include: • Specific final unless it is appealed as provided
member’s/academic super visor’s
allegations of misconduct, below, except in the case of an
communication with the student.
• The sanction proposed to be expulsion. In the case of an expulsion,
• A recommendation as to
imposed, the case is automatically referred to the
whether the act of misconduct should
Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic
be considered as an infraction or a • A copy of the report by the
and Student Affairs (DVC-ASA) for
serious violation. faculty member/academic supervisor,
mediation, appeal, or both.
• And a recommendation as to and
the sanction to be imposed. • Recommendation of the Appeals Phase
• Pending a final Depar tmental Chair. The student All requests for appeals must be
determination, the faculty member must be informed that he or she has made in writing to the Dean within
gives a grade of Incomplete if the 10 working days from receipt of the 10 working days of receipt of the final
semester ends before the matter is notice: determination of the Departmental
resolved. 1. to respond in writing to the Chair. Similarly, all reques t s for
allegations and report, or appeals against a decision made by
4. D E T ER M I N AT I O N BY
the Dean must be made in writing to
DEPARTMENTAL CHAIR: After making 2. to request in writing for
the DVCASA within 10 working days of
a review and recommendation, the meeting with the Departmental Chair.
receipt of the final determination of the
Departmental Chair shall notify the After considering the material and Dean.
student in writing (personal delivery information presented by the student
or deliver y requiring a signature) or, after the lapse of 10 working days Mediation
within 5 working days from receipt of without a student response, the A student wishing to appeal the
the report whether the circumstances Departmental Chair shall make a final determination of the Departmental
warrant the imposition of a sanction determination as to whether an act Chair may request a mediation session
or that a sanction is determined to be of misconduct has occurred, and if with the Departmental Chair, faculty
unnecessary or inappropriate. so, whether that act of misconduct is member or academic supervisor. In

the same vein, a student wishing to No person who has a conflict of questions of the faculty member/ the faculty member or academic
appeal the determination of the Dean interest may participate as a member ac ademic super visor and other supervisor, and the student within five
may request a mediation session with of the appeal board. Any individual witnesses in the presence of the appeal business days following the conclusion
the DVCASA and the Dean, faculty who discovers a conflict of interest board. of its deliberations.
member or academic supervisor. The must withdraw immediately. Upon The appeal board shall: Sanctions
student may bring a friend or family withdr awal, the DVC Ac ademic A. Schedule the date and time The University shall suspend any
member to the mediation session. If the and Student Affairs shall appoint a for the hearing and provide written student found guilty of academic
session does not result in a resolution substitute board member. notice to the student (in person or via misconduct for up to one academic
acceptable to all parties, the DVC
The appeal board is advisory to the delivery requiring a signature) of the year. Any repeat of the same shall lead
Academic and Student Affairs shall,
DVC Academic and Student Affairs and hearing procedures and the time and to expulsion.
upon request from the student, appoint
recommends actions on an appeal. date of the hearing.
an appeal board to hear the appeal Educational Records
within ten (10) working days. Appeal Process B. Hold a hearing and
deter mine whether the alleged The record of the final determination
Appeal Board The appeal board will review the in all cases will be maintained in the
misconduct occurred. The hearing
entire record of the case preliminarily, educational record of the student in
The appeal board shall be appointed and deliberations will be closed to the
including the report prepared by the the office of the DVC-ASA for a period
by DVC Academic and Student Affairs public.
faculty member/academic supervisor, of five years. A request for removal
and shall be composed of two faculty C. Be entitled to ask questions
Departmental Chair, Dean, and any of transcript notation of “Academic
members, an administrator, and two of the student, the faculty member/
response prepared by the student. Mis co nd uc t Dis mis s al” may b e
students. The DVC Academic and academic supervisor, and any other
If necessary, the appeal board may submitted by the student to the office
Student Affairs will choose one member witness during the hearing.
request that the faculty member/ of the DVC-ASA after three (3) years.
of the board to act as chair. The chair of
academic supervisor and the student D. In the event a finding of The decision of the DVC-ASA with
the appeal board shall be responsible
provide clarification with respect to misconduct is reached, affirm the respect to such removal shall be final.
for assuring compliance with the terms
the record of the case. Following its sanction recommended by the Dean
of this policy during the course of the
preliminary review, the appeal board or recommend a different sanction to
appeals process. The appeal board
shall determine how the procedures be imposed under the circumstances.
will establish the time and place of the
specified below will be utilized during E. Submit a written report of
hearing and will be responsible for
their review of the case. The student its finding to the DVCAA, the Dean,
notifying the student about all aspects
shall be afforded the right to ask
of the appeal process.

Undergraduate 90 semester units of college credit. Information Systems & Technology
Academic
Seniors: students with 90 or more undergraduates are as follows:
semester units of college credit. A Freshmen: students who are entering
minimum of 120 units of college credit these degree programs af ter
Policies
are required to graduate. completion of secondary school (or
Class levels for Bachelor of Pharmacy its equivalent) or students who are
undergraduates are as follows: entering the University with fewer than
37 semester units of college credit.
Freshmen: students who are entering
the B. Pharmacy degree program Sophomores: students with at least
CLASS LEVELS 37 semester units of college credit but
after completion of secondary school
Class levels for all undergraduates (or its equivalent) or students who are fewer than 75 semester units of college
(except for B. Pharmac y, B.Sc. entering the University with fewer than credit.
Applied Computer Technology, B. 84 semester units of college credit. Juniors: students with at least 75
Sc. Epidemiology & Biostatistics semester units of college credit but
Sophomores: students with at least
and B.Sc. Information Systems & fewer than 112 semester units of
84 semester units of college credit
Technology) are as follows: college credit.
but fewer than 171 semester units of
Freshmen: students who are entering college credit. Seniors: students with 112 or more
a bachelor’s degree program after semester units of college credit. A
Juniors: students with at least 171
completion of secondary school (or minimum of 150 units of college credit
semester units of college credit but
its equivalent) or students who are are required to graduate.
fewer than 257 semester units of
entering the University with fewer than
college credit. Class levels for Bachelor of Science
30 semester units of college credit.
Seniors: students with 257 or more in Epidemiology & Biostatistics
Sophomores: students with at least undergraduates are as follows:
semester units of college credit. A
30 semester units of college credit but
minimum of 345.5 units of college Freshmen: students who are entering
fewer than 60 semester units of college
credit are required to graduate. the B.Sc. Epidemiology & Biostatistics
credit.
Class levels for Bachelor of Science degree program after completion of
Juniors: students with 60 semester secondary school (or its equivalent)
in Applied Computer Technology
units of college credit but fewer than or students who are entering the
and Bachelor of Science in

University with fewer than 47 semester approved by the appropriate academic level of proficiency required of a Credit • Summa Cum Laude 3.90-4.00 GPA.
units of college credit. dean or designee. Except for unusual grade must reflect that a student has The cumulative grade point average is
Sophomores: students with at least circumstances, a 3.2 (undergraduate) attained a grade of C or higher for an computed considering all coursework
47 semester units of college credit but cumulative grade point average will undergraduate course. Credit/No attempted at USIU-Africa except
fewer than 96 semester units of college be required before a student will be Credit grades will not be included in those completed through credit-by
credit. permitted to enroll for units of credit computing grade point averages and examination (e.g., CLEP). To be eligible
which exceed the normal load. Fifteen will not be changed to a regular grade for Cum Laude or Magna Cum Laude
Juniors: students with at least 96
units are the maximum that can be after the course has been completed. recognition a student must have
semester units of college credit but
at tempted by an undergraduate Credit/No Credit cannot be used to completed at least 60 units at USIU-
fewer than 144 semester units of
student in any one semester. repeat a course. Africa. To be eligible for the distinction
college credit.
CREDIT/NO CREDIT GRADING DEAN’S LIST of Summa Cum Laude, a student must
Seniors: students with 144 or more
Classes listed in the University Catalog have completed at least 74 units at
semester units of college credit. A The names of full time (9 units minimum
normally indicate which courses are USIU-Africa.
minimum of 194 units of college credit excluding credit/No credit courses)
are required to graduate. offered only for credit rather than grade. undergr aduate s tudent s w hos e GRADUATION
STUDENT COURSE LOAD Under special circumstances, students semester GPA’s are 3.5 or over will be Application for Graduation
may register to take other classes for a included on the Dean’s List. All undergraduate students must make
The minimum course load for an
Credit/No Credit grade. A permission a formal application for graduation
undergraduate to be considered Honors
form (available from academic advisors by the deadline date listed in the
full-time is 9 units. However, at the Graduating seniors who achieve the
in the School) must be signed by the Academic Calendar. Degrees are
undergraduate level (except for the requisite cumulative grade point
dean. This form must be filed with the conferred once a year. Applications
Bachelor of Pharmacy program), the average during their undergraduate
Office of the Registrar no later than the for graduation may be obtained
normal full-time course load during career will be entitled to graduate with
end of the first week of instruction. from the Office of the Registrar. A
a regular academic semester is 12 honors, and the honors certification
units. Students who attempt less Generally, classes required in general nonrefundable graduation fee must
will be designated on their diplomas.
than the normal load risk a delay education or the major will not be be paid to Finance Office by all degree
The following honors categories are
in the completion of their degree approved for Credit/No Credit. This candidates at the time of application.
recognized by the University:
requirements. option was designed to encourage
s tudent s to pur sue educ ational • Cum Laude 3.50-3.69 GPA; Degree Completion
Acceleration and/or a course load in
experiences outside of their major by • Magna Cum Laude 3.70-3.89 GPA; Only the Univer sit y Regis trar is
excess of the normal load must be
reducing the pressure of grades. The and authorized to issue confirmation

documentation attesting to matters of the Registrar. The bachelor’s DOUBLE MAJOR
pertaining to a student’s academic degree requires a minimum 2.0 Students may pursue two majors by
work at the University. All degrees will overall GPA and a minimum 2.0 completing the total requirement for
be posted to the permanent record at GPA in the major area of study. one degree plus the prerequisite and
the end of the semester in which the B. Students must file a completed major requirements of a second (if
degree requirements are completed. Application for Graduation with open electives are part of the “first”
Requirements are considered the Registrar no later than the major, they may be used for courses in
complete when relevant documents deadline specified in the Academic the “second” major, if applicable). Only
are received in the Of fice of the Calendar to par ticipate in the one major may be designated on the
Registrar and, in the case of projects commencement. diploma, and the official transcript will
and thesis, the date filed in the library. be the only documentation confirming
C. Undergraduate students must
h av e c o m p l e t e d a l l d e g r e e the double major.
All requirements for the bachelor’s degree requirements. If degree If students who are pursuing double
must be completed within six calendar requirements are not completed
on time, a graduation application
majors pursue one major which leads
to a Bachelor of Arts degree and a
years from the date on which the student for the next awarding of degrees second major which leads to a Bachelor
begins undergraduate must be filed and a new graduation

fee paid to the Finance Office.
of Science degree and they fulfill both
degree requirements, they may elect
work at USIU-Africa D. In order to receive diplomas, to receive either the Bachelor of Arts
students must clear their accounts degree or the Bachelor of Science
Undergraduate Degree with the Finance Office. degree.
Requirements MAJORS AND SPECIALIZATIONS DOUBLE MINOR
University policies regarding degree Students must formally declare their Students may pursue two minors
completion are as follows. major area of study before beginning by completing the requirements for
A. Students must complete all courses their junior year of coursework at each minor. If the same course(s) are
and credit unit requirements with USIU-Africa. Forms for this purpose required for both minors, students
satisfactory grades and the grades are available from the Office of the must substitute the course(s). No
must be certified by an instructor Registrar. course may be double counted. All
upon submission to the Office substitutions must be approved by the

dean or designee. • A minimum of 30 units in residence Dean. D. The degree shall be awarded at
TIME LIMITS at USIU-Africa after admission to C. When, in the final year of attendance, the next scheduled graduation
the second-degree program. a student death occurs when less ceremony.
All requirements for the bachelor’s
degree must be completed within six • Each School will determine its than 24 units of coursework remain E. The degree / cer tificate shall
calendar years from the date on which own requirements, if any exist, to be completed, i.e. when a student have the not ation “Awarded
the student begins undergraduate beyond the minimum of 30 units in has completed between 96 -108 Posthumously”.
work at USIU-Africa. If six years elapse residence. Units.
from the time of initial enrolment, the P O L I C Y O N AWA R D IN G O F
POSTHUMOUS DEGREES Procedure:
student must meet the requirements
of a Catalog dated no earlier than six USIU - Afr ic a will award degrees A. Upon the knowledge that a student
years prior to the anticipated date of p o s t hu m o u s l y i n t h e fo llow i ng has passed on, the DVC-ASA and
graduation. circumstances and conditions: / or the Academic Deans will be
notified if death occurs in the final
Conditions: semester of the senior year( 109-
POLICY FOR OBTAINING A SECOND
• The student must have been 120 units completed) seeking
DEGREE
in good academic, disciplinary permission for the award of the
Second Undergraduate Degree and financial standing with the degree.
St u d e nt s w h o alr ea d y h o l d a n university. B. O r w he n le s s t ha n 24 u ni t s
undergraduate degree from USIU- of cour s ewor k remain to b e
Africa who wish to earn a second Circumstances: completed i.e. when a student has
undergraduate degree must complete: A. When a student death occurs completed between 96-108 units
after ALL requirements for the seeking permission for the award
• E N G 110 6 a n d E N G 2 2 0 6
awarding of the degree have been a certificate recognizing significant
(Composition I and II), if equivalent
completed. progress toward the attainment of
was not completed as part of the
B. When a student death occurs in a degree.
first bachelor’s degree;
the final semester of the senior C. Upon approval the family of the
• A l l m a j o r a n d p r e r e q u i s i t e
year (109 – 120 units completed) deceased will be notified of the
re q uire me nt s of t he d e gre e
upon the recommendation of the impending award. This is to ensure
sought; and
DVCASA and / or the Academic that they are in agreement.

Graduate
Academic
Policies
GRADUATE STUDENTS CREDIT/NO CREDIT GRADING considered unsatisfactory if the cumulative
D e f i ni t io n: St u d e nt s w h o have Classes listed in the University Catalog grade point average falls below the
completed a baccalaureate degree normally indicate which courses are GPA required by the degree program
(or its equivalent) and who have been offered only for credit rather than or below 3.0 in graduate programs. The
admitted by the University to work grade. academic standing of transfer students is
toward a graduate degree. determined by the grade point average of
Under special circumstances, students
STUDENT COURSE LOAD work completed at USIU-Africa.
may register to take other classes for a
Credit/No Credit grade. A permission ACADEMIC WARNING/ DISMISSAL
The minimum course load for a
graduate student to be considered form (available from academic advisors Students are automatically placed on
full-time is 6 Units However, at the in the Schools) must be signed by the Academic Warning at the end of any
graduate level, the normal load Academic Dean of the respective semester in which their grade point
during a regular academic semester school. This form must be filed with the averages change from satisfactory
is 9 Units. The thesis and project for Registrar’s Office no later than the end to unsatisfactory (i.e. below 3.0 for all
graduate students is considered a of the first week of instruction. graduate programs). Students will be
full-time course load for one year. Generally, classes required by the placed on academic probation at the
For Psychology Graduate students p ro g r a m w ill not b e a p p rove d end of the second successive semester
the practicum will be considered full- for Credit/No Credit. The level of in which their cumulative grade point
time for two semesters. Acceleration proficiency required of a Credit grade aver ages remain unsatis f ac tor y.
and/or a course load in excess of the must reflect that a student has attained Students will be dismissed from the
normal load must be approved by a grade of B or higher for a graduate University at the end of the third
the appropriate Departmental Chair. course. Credit/No Credit grades will successive semester in which their
Except for unusual circumstances, not be included in computing grade cumulative grade point averages
a 3.5 (graduate) cumulative grade point averages and will not be changed remain unsatisfactory. Students who
point average will be required before to a regular grade after the course has are academically dismissed may appeal
a student will be permitted to enroll been completed. their cases to the Departmental Chair
for units of credit which exceed the if there are extenuating circumstances.
Credit /No Credit grading cannot be
normal load. A maximum of 12 units A final appeal may be submitted in
used to repeat a course.
are allowed for a graduate student in writing to the DVC Academic and
ACADEMIC STANDING Student Affairs who may establish a
any one semester.
A student’s academic standing is

committee to review such appeals. • Applications for graduation may All degrees at the graduate level E. Before the award of the graduate
The decision at this level is final. be obtained from the Registrar’s require a minimum GPA of 3.0. degree, a candidate shall show
Office. A nonrefundable graduation B. Graduate students must submit a proof of acceptance for publication
Appeals for reinstatement are
fee must be paid to Finance Office project or thesis as required which of at least one (1) paper in a
governed strictly by the following
by all degree candidates at the is accepted and approved by the refereed journal.
conditions:
time of application. student’s supervisor, Departmental F. In order to receive diplomas,
• The reinstated student will be placed
Chair and Dean of Graduate students must complete the Final
on academic warning, and the Degree Completion
Studies. Clearance Form.
student must obtain the cumulative Only the Univer sit y Regis trar is
grade point average established C. Students must file their thesis by SECOND GRADUATE DEGREE
authorized to issue confirmation
by the University within the next the dates established each year If a student already holds a Graduate
documentation attesting to matters
two semesters of enrolment. If the for Commencement. Proof and degree from USIU-Africa, the basic
pertaining to a student’s academic
student does not attain the required approval of a timely filing must have guidelines for earning a second
work at the University. All degrees will
GPA in the time allowed, academic been submitted to the Registrar. Graduate degree are as follows.
be posted to the permanent record
dismissal from the University will be Failure to meet this deadline will
at the end of the term in which the • A minimum of 10 ad ditional
automatic. require the diploma to be awarded
degree requirements are completed. graduate level courses (30 units)
the following year. The date of
• The student automatically will be Requirements are considered must be completed at USIU-Africa.
degree completion will be the date
returned to a regular status when complete when relevant documents • Each School will determine its own
on which a project or thesis is filed
his or her cumulative grade point are received in the Registrar’s Office requirements, if any exist, beyond
in the library if all other degree
average reaches 3.0 in any graduate and, in the case of projects and theses, the minimum of 10 additional
requirements have been met.
program. the date filed in the library. courses (30 units).
D. Students must file a completed
Graduation Graduate Degree Requirements For all degrees, course
Application for Graduation with the
recommendations will be made on an
University policies regarding degree registrar no later than the deadline
Application for Graduation individual basis in consultation with the
completion are as follows: specified in the academic calendar.
• All graduate students must make a dean or designee.
If degree requirements are not
formal application for graduation A. Students must complete all courses THESIS/PROJECT POLICY
completed on time, a graduation
by the deadline date listed in the and credit unit requirements with
application for the next year must (Continuous Enrolment)
Academic Calendar. Degrees are satisfactory grades, and the grades
be filed and a new graduation fee Once enrolment in the dissertation,
conferred once a year. must be certified by an instructor
paid to the Finance Office.
upon submission to the registrar.

thesis or project course sequence has students and their transcripts will / or the Academic Deans will be
begun, a student must register each be evaluated by their Departmental notified if the death occurs in the
semester until the project or thesis is Chair based on current curriculum final semester (when only 6 units
completed (including summer) unless requirements. remain to be completed), seeking
a leave of absence has been approved. P O L I C Y O N AWA R D IN G O F permission for the award of the
POSTHUMOUS DEGREES degree.
The student must have been in good USIU - Afr ic a will award degrees
p o s t hu m o u s l y i n t he fo llow i ng
• Upon approval, the family of the
deceased will be notified of the
academic, disciplinary and financial circumstances and conditions: impending award. This is to ensure
standing with the university. Conditions:

that they are in agreement.
• The degree shall be awarded at
TIME LIMITS FOR DEGREE The student must have been in good the next scheduled graduation
COMPLETION academic, disciplinary and financial ceremony.
standing with the university.
The maximum amount of time for • The degree / cer tificate shall
completing a Graduate degree is four Circumstances: have the not ation “Awarded
years. An approved leave of absence Posthumously”
A. When a student death occurs
does not change the time limits.
after ALL requirements for the
If the degree is not obtained within awarding of the degree have been
the time allotted, then a student may completed.
appeal for an extension to a committee
B. When a student death occurs in
composed of the Departmental Chair
the final semester when all but six
and the project or thesis supervisor.
units are completed and upon the
Extension will be granted only under
recommendation of the DVCAA
the most compelling circumstances.
and / or the Academic Deans.
If an extension is not granted and
students wish to continue in the Procedure:
program, they must reapply and, • Upon the knowledge that a student
if accepted, will be treated as new has passed on, the DVCAA and

Doctoral Academic
Policies
STUDENT COURSE LOAD A final appeal may be submitted in Academic Calendar. Degrees are
The course load for a doctoral student writing to the DVC Academic Affairs conferred once a year.
to be considered full-time is 9 units per who may establish a committee to • Applications for graduation may
semester. review such appeals. The decision at be obtained from the Registrar’s
ACADEMIC STANDING this level will be final. O f fice. A non-refundable
A student’s academic standing is Appeals for reinstatement are graduation fee must be paid to
considered unsatisfac tor y if the governed strictly by the following the Finance Office by all degree
cumulative grade point average falls conditions: candidates at the time of
below the GPA of 3.0 • The reinstated student will be placed application.
ACADEMIC WARNING/ DISMISSAL on academic warning, and the DEGREE COMPLETION
student must obtain the cumulative Only the Univer sit y Regis trar is
Students are automatically placed on
grade point average established authorized to issue confirmation
Academic Warning at the end of any
by the University within the next documentation attesting to matters
semester in which their grade point
two semesters of enrolment. If the pertaining to a student’s academic
averages change from satisfactory
student does not attain the required work at the University. All degrees will
to unsatisfactory (i.e. below 3.0 for all
GPA in the time allowed, academic be posted to the permanent record
Doctoral programs). Students will be
dismissal from the University will be at the end of the term in which the
placed on academic probation at the
automatic. degree requirements are completed.
end of the second successive semester
in which their cumulative grade point • The student automatically will be Requirements are considered
aver ages remain uns atis f ac tor y. returned to a regular status when complete when relevant documents
Students will be dismissed from the his or her cumulative grade point are received in the Registrar’s Office
University at the end of the third average reaches 3.0 in any doctoral and, in the case of projects and theses,
successive semester in which their program. the date filed in the library.
cumulative grade point averages GRADUATION TIME LIMITS FOR DEGREE
remain unsatisfactory. Students who COMPLETION
are academically dismissed may appeal Application for Graduation The maximum amount of time for
their cases to the Departmental Chair • All doctoral students must make a
if there are extenuating circumstances. formal application for graduation
by the deadline date listed in the

completing a Doctoral degree is six
years. An approved leave of absence
does not change the time limits.
If the degree is not obtained within
the time allotted, then a student may
appeal for an extension to a committee
composed of the Departmental Chair
and the project or thesis supervisor.
Extension will be granted only under
the most compelling circumstances.
If an extension is not granted and
students wish to continue in the
program, they must reapply and,
if accepted, will be treated as new
students and their transcripts will be
evaluated by their Academic Dean or
designee based on current curriculum
requirements.
P O L I C Y O N AWA R D IN G O F
POSTHUMOUS DOCTORAL DEGREES
USIU - Afr ic a will award degrees awarding of the degree have been that they are in agreement.
p o s t hu m o u s l y i n t he fo llow i ng completed. iii. The degree shall be awarded at
circumstances and conditions: the next scheduled graduation
Procedure:
ceremony.
Conditions: i. Upon the knowledge that a student
iv. The degree / cer tificate shall
The student must have been in good has passed on, the DVC - ASA and
have t he not ation “Award e d
academic, disciplinary and financial / or the Academic Deans will be
Posthumously”.
standing with the university. notified
ii. Upon approval the family of the
Circumstances:
deceased will be notified of the
• When a student death occurs impending award. This is to ensure
after ALL requirements for the

Doctor of Business Administration
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS student’s supervisor, Departmental D. Students must file a completed F. DBA degree shall not be classified
University policies regarding degree Chair and Dean of Graduate Studies. Application for Graduation with the into various categories on the basis
completion are as follows: C. Students must file their thesis by registrar no later than the deadline of GPA
the dates established each year specified in the academic calendar. THESIS/DISSERTATION POLICY
A. Students must complete all courses
for Commencement. Proof and If degree requirements are not
and credit unit requirements with Once enrolment in the dissertation
approval of a timely filing must have completed on time, a graduation
satisfactory grades, and the grades course sequence has begun, a student
been submitted to the Registrar. application for the next year must be
must be certified by an instructor must register each semester until
Failure to meet this deadline will filed and a new graduation fee paid
upon submission to the registrar. thesis is completed (including summer)
require the diploma to be awarded to the Finance Office.
All degrees at the graduate level unless a leave of absence has been
require a minimum GPA of 3.0 the following year. The date of E. In order to receive diplomas, approved.
degree completion will be the date students must complete the Final
B. Doctoral degree students must
on which a project or thesis is filed Clearance Form.
submit a thesis as required, which
in the library if all other degree
is accepted and approved by the
requirements have been met.
Doctor of Philosophy in International Relations

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS • Most courses will be examined in a research work. The pass mark of
classroom setup with the exception 80% (B grade) will apply to the
Coursework of more practical/seminar courses, comprehensive examination.
• Students will devote their first two such as PhD Research Seminar THESIS/DISSERTATION POLICY
years to coursework (three years and PhD Project Development &
Once enrolment in the dissertation
for part-time students). This will Fieldwork.
course sequence has begun, a student
involve a successful completion of • A successful completion of the must register each semester until the
the taught courses and 2 seminars in course work will be followed by a dissertation is completed (including
which they are required to achieve a comprehensive written and oral summer) unless a leave of absence has
minimum grade of 80% (B grade) in examination as a prerequisite been approved.
each of their assessed works. for progressing to doc toral

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Clinical Psychology
Degree Requirements The student will identify a Dissertation hours training, over 3 semesters at 500
Chairperson and committee members hours per semester.
Personal Therapy upon advancement to candidacy The completion of 50 hours of personal
Students are required to complete for the Doctoral degree, and after therapy must be completed before
a minimum of 50 hours of personal registration for PSY 7731 Dissertation I. registration for PSY 7741.
therapy.
Doctoral Dissertation Students requiring an additional
NOTE: In compliance with APA ethics semester(s) to complete 1500 hours
code, a student’s personal therapy Three dissertation courses are required
of internship training may apply for
is not permitted with USIU-Africa during three sequential semesters.
approval with the Clinical Training
Psychology faculty. Student s will concur rently wor k Coordinator and will register for
with their Dissertation Chairperson continuation of PSY 7743 until 1500
Clinical Practicum Course and Dissertation Committee, while hours are completed.
Doctoral Practicum requirements engaged in the dissertation course
include 600 hours of training over 3 work with faculty.
consecutive semesters. Students requiring an additional
At least 25 of the required 50 hours of semes ter(s) to complete the
personal therapy must be completed dissertation may apply for approval
before registration for PSY 7721. with the student’s Dissertation
Chairperson.
Advancement to Candidacy for the
Doctoral Degree Note: Students must continue to
register for PSY 7734 Dissertation In
Passing both a written and an oral
Progress, for each semester until the
comprehensive exam is required
final dissertation is completed and
before the student can be advanced
signed by the Dissertation
to candidacy for the Doctoral degree.
Upon successful completion of both Chairperson.
exams, the student will be notified to
Doctoral Internship
register for PSY 7731, Dissertation I.
Internship requirements include 1500
Dissertation Chair and Committee

General Mission Statement
The mission of General Education at USIU-Africa is to equip students with a
Education
broad base of knowledge, skills and attitudes that lay a solid foundation for
successful progress in their programs and professional development in a global
perspective.
Learning Outcomes
1. GATHER, interpret and evaluate information through the skills of inquiry to
The general education program, which comprises about 33 percent
formulate valid conclusions.
of undergraduate coursework, is a significant component of the
baccalaureate program at USIU-Africa. 2. APPLY scientific research methods to collect, analyze and evaluate data in
It intersects with the University’s overall mission in providing students problem solving
with grounding in higher order thinking, literacy, and development of 3. COMMUNICATE effectively in both speech and writing.
global understanding and a multicultural perspective.
4. INTEGRATE multicultural and global perspectives in addressing issues in their
field of knowledge
Dr. Margaret Munyae, 5. DEMONSTRATE/EXPRESS commitment to social and environmental issues

Associate Dean, 6. ARTICULATE and uphold civic and ethical values in their social and professional
General Education engagements.
Phone: (+254) 730 546
E-mail: mmunyae@usiu.ac.ke Four interrelated parts make up the general education program:
1. The Strategies for University Success;
Dr. Joyce W. Ndegwa,
Chair, 2. Symbolic Systems and Intellectual Skills;
Department of General Education Signature Courses
3. The General Education Electives; and
Phone: (+254) 730 116 337
E-mail: jwndegwa@usiu.ac.ke 4. The Senior Experience

The Strategies for University Success towards fulfilling the requirements of for quality and relevance. offers explicit instructions in effective
assists students to make the necessary one of the following areas: general 2. Prepare tasks for student s to oral communication throughout its
transition from high school and/or the education, the major, the minor, or critically evaluate information instruc tional features ( readings,
work environment to the university electives. A course used to satisfy sources for reliability, validity, lectures, class discussions etc).
environment. Symbolic Sys tems a requirement in one area may not authority, and timeliness before An Oral Communication Intensive
and Intellectual Skills function as be used to satisfy a requirement in making judgements. cour se should provide multiple
the “core” of the general education another area. 3. Assign students work which will opportunities for students to practice
program. Students take courses, which e n g ag e t h e m i n c o n d u c t i n g their oral presentation skills and
REQUIREMENTS FOR INFORMATION
include composition and reading, research, organizing and display and display the following
mathematics, computer literacy, and LITERACY INTENSIVE (ILI) COURSES synthesizing information from characteristics:
foreign language. Gaining skills in information literacy multiple sources.
1. There will be instruction in and
In addition, a community service or helps students become engaged in 4. Accord s tudent s oppor tunit y
evaluation of Oral Communication
project requirement provides students using a wide variety of information to share their research through
Intensive assignments as they relate
with opportunities to serve others sources to expand their knowledge, presentations and social platforms
to the discipline in which the course
and to develop a heightened sense of ask informed questions, and sharpen as appropriate.
is taught.
responsibility to the larger community. their critical thinking and thus increases 5. Provide opportunity for students to
the opportunities for student self- demonstrate an understanding of 2. Every student in the class should
The General Education Elec tives
directed learning. A course that is intellectual property, copyright and make at least two oral presentations
apply a variety of disciplinary fields in
designed as Information Literacy fair use of information. as part of the assessed and graded
the sciences to a deeper and broader
Intensive (ILI) should engage students assignments, and at least one
development of an international and REQUIREMENTS FOR ORAL
in the acquisition of knowledge, of these should be an individual
global perspective.
information seeking skills, attitude to INTENSIVE (OI) COURSES presentation.
Finally, the Senior Experience focuses
exploit information, and competencies An Oral Communication Intensive 3. At the start of the class learners
on the interdisciplinar y nature of
for academic pursuits and lifelong (OI) course incorporates speaking should be made familiar with the
knowledge and preparation for a
learning. Such course should display and listening as part of learning in any standard rubric for assessing these
career.
the following characteristics: discipline specific course. Its main goal presentations.
Eac h undergr aduate s tudent is 1. Provide oppor tunit y for ever y is improve student’s effectiveness as 4. Part of the instructional modes
required to complete a total of 39 units student to identify their information speakers and listeners. Such a course should engage students in peer
of general education. needs, formulate successful search assessment of each other’s work.
All courses taken must be applied strategies and assess search results

5. Presentation assignments should 4. A variety of writing assignments, Strategies for University Success (SUS nee d y organiz atio n for p rojec t
be discipline specific and cover a such as expositor y essays and 1010) is taught as a combined lecture students. It is recommended that the
variety of modes: aural, oral, tactile, research; and small seminar course. course be taken in the sophomore or
kinetic, visual and written. 5. Writing evaluation based on 50 Transfer students with less than 36 junior years of a student’s studies at
6. There will be oppor tunities for percent on content and 50 percent credits may be required to take the USIU-Africa.
feedback and revision throughout on form. course. The Strategies for University
The Senior Experience (3 Units)
the course session. 6. T i m e l y f e e d b a c k o n w r i t t e n Success course may not be used for an
elective and is open only to first year SEN 4800: The Integrated Senior
7. The presentations to be graded on assignments.
students. Seminar is meant to ser ve as a
a 50% for presentation skills and 7. Help students to reason logically, “capstone” for the student’s college
50% content. and write clearly and continuously Research Methods (3 Units) career and requires that the student
REQUIREMENTS FOR WRITING in prose. demonstrate competence and skills in
Introduction to Research Methods
INTENSIVE (WI) COURSES GENERAL EDUCATION (GRM 2000) introduces students to the the intellectual enterprise.
C o ur s e s d e s ig nate d as w r i t ing REQUIREMENTS 39 UNITS basic concepts and principles of social LANGUAGE STUDIES (12 UNITS)
Intensive expand students’ knowledge research. It also familiarizes the student
Cour s es are t hree unit s unles s English (6 Units)
by examining complex issues and they with the ethics governing research. It is
otherwise indicated. Each ENG1106: Composition I
are to advance students’ abilities to taught mainly in a lecture format.
undergraduate student is required ENG2206: Composition II
reason logically and to write clearly in to complete a total of 39 units of Community Service (3 Units)
prose. general education. All courses taken Foreign Language (6 Units)
CMS 3700: Community Service or Foreign Language I
A writing Intensive course (WI) should must be applied towards fulfilling the
Community Project constitutes three in Foreign Language II
display the following characteristics: requirements of one of the following
class lecture/seminar sessions of Three Students must have credit for a foreign
1. At least 5,000 words; areas: general education, the major,
(3) hours and twenty (20) minutes as language or must take up a two-course
the minor, or electives. A course used
2. At least four different pieces of well as a mandatory minimum of ninety foreign language sequence of one
to satisfy a requirement in one area may
writing, one of which must be in (90) hours of service in an approved language. USIU-Africa offers courses
not be used to satisfy a requirement in
class; organization for hands on students in Arabic, Chinese, French, Japanese,
another area.
3. Writing that demonstrates higher and a minimum of 10 hours of hands on Spanish, and Swahili.
order thinking through collecting, SIGNATURE COURSES (12 UNITS) service and a completed and officially
Students at USIU-Africa may meet the
analyzing, and evaluating data; handed over project in an approved
Strategies for University Success (3 foreign language requirement in one
Units)

of the following ways: At least one of the courses should be PSY 1101 Introduction to
6. Successful completion of a two- an upper level course. Psychology
course consecutive sequence of PSY 2125 Human Sexuality
Lower Level courses are coded 1000-
one language at USIU; SOC 2201 Introduction to Sociology
2999 while upper level courses are
7. Transfer credit from another college coded 3000 - 4999 Upper Level Electives
or university for an academic year FAR 3000 Music of the World
of study in one foreign language FAR 3001 Visual Arts of the World
other than English or the student’s CHANDARIA SCHOOL OF GEO 3000 Geography and the
primary language(s); BUSINESS Environment
8. Transfer credit by way of the Inter- HIS 3015 20th Century Eastern
SCHOOL BASED ELECTIVES Africa
segmental General Education
HIS 3021 History of Modern Asian
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC); or School of Humanities and Social
Civilization
9. Successful completion of a CLEP Sciences Electives HIS 3025 History of Kenya
test in a language other than the IRL 3015 Introduction to Peace &
student’s primar y language(s). Lower Level Electives Conflict Studies
Currently, CLEP tests are offered in CJS 1101 Introduction to Criminal LIT 3330 Literature for Children &
Justice Studies Adolescents
French, German, and Spanish. No
COM 1500 Intercultural LIT 3340 Myths, Rituals &
other testing options are currently
Communication Archetypes
offered. GNS 2000 Introduction to Gender LIT 3351 Masterpieces of World
DISCIPLINARY GENERAL EDUCATION Studies Literature
ELECTIVES (15 UNITS) GNS 2001 Communication & LIT 4785 African Authors Seminar
MTH 1109 College Algebra Gender LIT 4815 Oral Literature
IST 1010 Introduction to IRL 2000 Foundations of IR PHL 3309 Major Figures in
Information Systems LIT 1106 African Fiction Philosophy
LIT 2220 Literature & Culture PHL 3310 Ethics and Value Theory
School Based GE Electives (9 Units) PHL 1104 Introduction to PSY 3135 Psychology of
Student s are required to pick 3 Philosophy Communication
POL 2201 Introduction to Political PSY 3150 Courtship & Marriage
electives (9 Units) from the other
Science SOC 3301 Social Problems
schools.
SOC 3305 Deviant Behavior

SOC 3310 Family & Kinship in a COM 1500 Intercultural PSY 3135 Psychology of Management Practice
Multicultural Context Communication Communication MGT 4030 Cross Cultural
SOC 3500 Social Conflict & GNS 2000 Introduction to Gender SOC 3301 Social Problems Management
Resolution MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing
Studies SOC 3305 Deviant Behavior
School of Science and Technology School of Science & Technology &
Chandaria School of Business - Lower Chandaria School of Business School of Pharmacy List of Electives
Electives
Level Electives Electives - Upper Level Electives
Lower Level
Lower Level Electives BUS 1010 Introduction to Business MGT 3010 Overview of
ENV 2000 Introduction to
MTH2210 Introduction to Applied Organizations Management Practice
Environmental Sciences
Statistics ECO 1010 Principles of MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing ENV 2001 Sustainable Resource
Microeconomics Management
Upper Level Electives ENT1010 Introduction to
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES JRN 1109 Introduction to Mass
ENV 3200 Water Use &
Entrepreneurship Communication
Management
ENV 3288 Field Studies HRT 1010 Introduction to & SOCIAL SCIENCES JRN 2103 Fundamentals of
Hospitality & Tourism Photography
ENV 3300 Energy Use and Chandaria School of Business List of MTH 2210 Introduction to Applied
Management Management
Electives Statistics
ENV 3500 Regional Environment
School of Humanities and Social MTH 2010 Probability and Statistics
ENV 4000 Environmental Economics Lower Level
Sciences - Upper Level Electives NSC 2215 Introduction to Physical
ENV 4200 Environmental Law
GEO 3000 Geography and the Mechanics
JRN 3015 Media Management BUS 1010 Introduction to Business NSC 2205 Human Physiology
NSC 3304 Biology and the Environment (Option ECO1010 Principles of NSC 2212 Life, Environment &
Environment for BFPD and BAA Microeconomics Society
students) ENT1010 Introduction to NSC 2216 Introduction to Earth
SCHOOL OF IRL 3015 Introduction to Peace & Entrepreneurship Sciences
Conflict Studies HRT1010 Introduction to
COMMUNICATION, Hospitality & Tourism Upper Level
LIT 4785 African Authors Seminar
CINEMATIC & CREATIVE
Management ENV 3200 Water Use &
Management
ARTS LIT 4815 Oral Literature (Option Upper Level ENV 3288 Field Studies
for APT and IST students) BUS 4070 Business Values & Ethics ENV 3300 Energy Use and
School of Humanities and Social BUS 4090 Strategic Management
Sciences - Lower Level Electives PHL 3310 Ethics and Value Theory Management
MGT 3010 Overview of

ENV 3500 Regional Environment School of Humanities and Social SOC 3500 Social Conflict &
ENV 4000 Environmental Economics Sciences - Lower Level Electives Resolution
ENV 4200 Environmental Law LIT4815 Oral Literature
JRN 3015 Media Management PSY 1101 Introduction to
NSC 3304 Biology and the Psychology (Option for Chandaria School of Business
Environment IST and APT students) Electives - Upper Level Electives
PHL 1104 Introduction to MGT 3010 Overview of
SCHOOL OF PHARMACY Philosophy (Option for Management Practice
& HEALTH SCIENCES IST and APT students) MGT 4030 Cross Cultural
SOC 2201 Introduction to Sociology Management (Option for
School of Humanities and Social (Option for IST and APT IST students)
Sciences - Lower Level Electives students) MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing
SOC 2201 Introduction to Sociology BUS 4090 Strategic Management
Chandaria School of Business - Lower (Option for IST students)
Chandaria School of Business Lower Level Electives
Level Electives BUS 1010 Introduction to Business
ENT 1010 Introduction to Organizations
Entrepreneurship (For ECO 1010 Principles of
Pharmacy students) Microeconomics
BUS 1010 Introduction to Business ENT1010 Introduction to
Administration Entrepreneurship
(For Epidemiology and HRT 1010 Introduction to
Biostatistics students) Hospitality & Tourism
MGT 3010 Overview of Management Management
Practice
(For Epidemiology and School of Humanities and Social
Biostatistics students) Sciences - Upper Level Electives
BUS 4090 Strategic Management GEO 3000 Geography and the
(For Pharmacy students) Environment
PSY 3135 Psychology of
Communication (Option
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE & for all SST students)
TECHNOLOGY SOC 3301 Social Problems
PHL 3310 Ethics and Value Theory

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Course Descriptions
CMS: Community Service
CMS 3700 Community Service or

Community Service project
Requires a minimum of 90 hours of
service. Helps fulfill the USIU-Africa
mission for community service. While
students must do this course of f
campus, there are three mandatory
induction class sessions that are taken
on c ampus. Communit y Ser vice
learning will prepare students to
become active civic participants in
today’s society. It can lead to reduction
in negative stereot yping and an
increasing tolerance for diversity.
Student must complete his/her course
work at end of each session.
(Grading is credit/no credit.)
Credit: 3 Units

GRM: General Research SEN: Senior Experience SUS: Strategies for University Success
GRM 2000 Basic Concepts and SEN 4800 Integrated Senior Seminar SUS1010 Strategies for University
Principles of Social Research This is a capstone course that helps Success
This course introduces students to students reflect on the meaning of This course is for new students with
basic concepts and principles of social their four years at USIU-AFRICA as no previous college or university
research. It teaches them the meaning, they prepare to move on to graduate experience and transfer students with
purpose and characteristics of social s c hool, find jobs, get mar r ie d, 36 credits or more. It does not count
research; the major ethical issues establish their businesses, serve in as an elective. It helps students gain
governing social research; the research civic responsibilities, to name but a clearer understanding of the USIU-
process, including the identification of a few. It is organized as a seminar AFRICA culture, mission and vision of
a research problem, literature search where students analyze case studies, the university and clarifies expectations
and review, study population and research on relevant topics to enhance regarding the appropriate approaches
sample selection, and the methods of their post-university lives so they to accomplishing a university degree.
data collection. (ILI, WI) can integrate appropriately into It communicates the high academic
Prerequisite: ENG 1106 & SUS 1010 society. Using critical-thinking based expec tations and help s tudent s
Credits: 3 Units approaches to self-understanding, the recognize and take advantage of the
course clarifies the expectations of the various campus resources that enhance
student pertaining to ethical issues their academic lives. It is an orientation
that confront citizens on a daily basis. seminar that involves critical-thinking-
Students assess the extent to which based approaches to learning and self-
they have fulfilled the mission and understanding. (ILI, OI)
vision of the university as well as the Credit: 3 Units
specific mission outcomes from their
specific schools. (WI, OI)
Credit: 3 Units

Chandaria School
of Business
Mission Statement
In line with the university mission, the mission of Chandaria School of Business is
to provide a range of knowledge, skills, attitudes and problem-solving abilities
to enable students to respond to the need for successful management and
"Our programs equip learners with competencies to enable leadership of profit and not-for-profit organizations in a dynamic environment.
Programs provide the following outcomes for traditional and non-traditional,
them respond to dynamic organizational environments. " domestic and international students.
Chandaria School of Business is committed to excellence in formulation and
delivery of high quality programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels Learning Outcomes
in a dynamic and challenging business environment.
GLOBAL ORIENTED – Demonstrate awareness, knowledge and appreciation of
Phone: (+254) 730 116 414 global business practices.
E-mail: csb@usiu.ac.ke
MULTIDISCIPLINARY – Demonstrate knowledge about the different functions of
business and show an appreciation and integration of functional business areas.
Dean,
Chandaria School of Business CHANGE ORIENTED – Make use of adaptive and innovative skills.
Phone: (+254) 730 116 415 Experiential – Develop practical working experience through participation and
contribution to community and societal causes.
Dr. Teresia K. Linge, INITIATIVE AND PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITIES – Collect and analyze data to
Associate Dean,
Chandaria School of Business provide business solutions.
Phone: (+254) 730 116 419
E-mail: tlinge@usiu.ac.ke
TEAM PLAYER – Demonstrate understanding of diversity and work harmoniously
with individuals and groups in organizations.
Dr. Kefah Njenga,
Chair, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION – Develop competencies in oral and written
Department of Business Administration communication skills and use of technology.
Phone: (+254) 730116139
E-mail: knjenga@usiu.ac.ke PREPAREDNESS FOR CAREER – Develop mastery of knowledge, skills and values
relevant to careers in their selected disciplines.
Dr.Timothy Oketch
Chair, TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP - Demonstrate effective, efficient and
Department of Accounting, Finance & Economics ethical leadership.
Phone: (+254) 730116168
E-mail: tokech@usiu.ac.ke
The Chandaria School of Business is committed to excellence in the formulation and delivery of
programs in a climate that includes:
• Challenging academic requirements for students;
• An interdisciplinary faculty with a holistic perspective who provide excellence in teaching,
curriculum development, scholarship, and service to the University and to the global community;
• A support staff that is dedicated to the creation of a conducive learning environment for
students and faculty; and
• A mutually supportive faculty -student community.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Undergraduate programs provide a liberal dynamics of organizations; skill in critical
and intercultural education; understanding thinking; and competence in interpersonal,
of business, management, infor mation oral, written, quantitative, and computer
systems and technology, hospitality, or skills. The undergraduate programs prepare
tourism disciplines; proficiency in selected students for advanced study and entry level
disciplines; understanding of the overall professional positions.
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Graduate programs provide advanced provide an ability to evaluate the environments
skills in selected business and management of organizations and develop responsive
disciplines, including practical experience in strategies for organizations; and advanced
the application of those skills in the context of competence in interpersonal, oral, written,
the overall dynamics of organizations; change quantitative, and technology management
manager and change agent skills; skill in skills. The master’s programs prepare students
working as a member of a multicultural team; for positions in management or consulting,
and ability to collect, analyze and critically and entry into doctoral programs.
evaluate data as well as other information
to arrive at reasoned conclusions. They also

Degree Programs
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS Graduate Concentrations DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING,
ADMINISTRATION • Global Business Management FINANCE & ECONOMICS
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS • Health Leadership & Management UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• Global Social Sustainable
• Business Administration (B.Sc.) Enterprise • Accounting (B.Sc.)
– ON HOLD • Finance • Finance (B.Sc.)
• International Business • Human Resource Management
Administration (B.Sc.) • Marketing Undergraduate Concentrations
• Strategic Management • Economics
Undergraduate Concentrations • Finance
• Accounting DOCTORAL PROGRAMS • Investment Management
• Entrepreneurship • Doctor of Business Administration • Real Estate Finance
• Finance (DBA) DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM &
• Management
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
• Marketing Doctoral Concentrations
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
• Finance
GRADUATE PROGRAMS • Leadership and Organizational
• Hotel and Restaurant Management
• Master of Business Administration Change
(B.Sc.)
(MBA) • Strategic Management
• Tourism Management (B.Sc.)
• Management & Organizational
– ON HOLD
Development (M.Sc.)
Undergraduate Concentrations
• Hotel Management
• Hospitality Planning and
Development
• Travel Management – ON HOLD
• Tourism Development – ON HOLD

Undergraduate Programs
The minimum units required for an Undergraduate degree is 120 Units. All courses are three units unless otherwise indicated.
Bachelor of Science in Accounting ECO 1010 Principles of Micro

Economics
ECO1020 Principles of Macro
Mission Statement Economics
The mission of BSc Accounting program is to impart a range of knowledge,
skills, problem-solving abilities and develop attitudes to enable students apply Upper Division Courses (42 Units)
ACT 3010 Accounting Information
information technology in preparation, analysis, evaluation, interpretation and
Systems
communication of accounting and financial data effectively in profit and not-for- ACT 4010 Managerial Accounting
profit organizations within a dynamic environment. ACT 4020 Financial Accounting I
ACT 4030 Financial Accounting 2
Program Learning Outcomes accounting information to ACT 4040 Cost Accounting
In addition to the university wide management for decision making ACT 4050 International Accounting
ACT 4060 Taxation I
outcomes of: higher order thinking; 4. A p p l y I nte r nat io nal a u d i t i ng
ACT 4070 Auditing I
oral and written competence; scientific guidelines to verify accounting
BUS 3010 Business Law
and technological literacy; global information BUS 3030 Business Statistics
understanding and multicultural 5. Practice and uphold ethical behavior BUS 4030 Quantitative Methods
perspec tives; and ser vice to the in the workplace FIN 3010 Principles of Finance
community, whose foundation is laid 6. C o nt r i b u te p o s i t i ve l y to t h e MGT 3010 Overview of Manaement
by the General Education Program community through service Practice
(see section on General Education), ACT 4910 Accounting Internship or
Degree Requirements 120 units ACT 4950 Accounting Project
the following are the Accounting
program’s specific learning outcomes: General Education 39 Units
Electives (6 Units)
1. Design, record and use accounting Major 66 Units
Students to select two courses:
information systems and
Lower Division Courses (18 Units) BUS 4000 Corporate Law
applications in business transaction ACT 4120 Auditing & investigations
cycles ACT 1010 Principles of Accounting I
ACT 4130 Forensic Accounting
2. Prepare, analyze and interpret ACT 2010 Principles of Accounting II
BUS 1010 Introduction to Business Concentration 15 Units
financial statements
Organizations Accounting Majors must select Finance
3. Identify, measure and communicate
BUS 2020 Business Communications as their concentration

Bachelor of Science in Finance
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Finance program is to provide a range of knowledge, skills and abilities in business and investment management, finance,
economics, and Real Estate financing with an emphasis on practical applications, case studies, simulations and research.
Program Learning Outcomes: 5. Apply public finance concepts in Upper Division Courses 48 Units Concentration 15 Units
In addition to the university wide optimizing decisions in the public Student s should selec t any one
sector BUS 3010 Business Law
outcomes of: higher order thinking; concentration offered under their
FIN 3010 Principles of Finance
oral and written competence; scientific 6. Apply ethical and legal guidelines in MGT 3010 Overview of Degree Major.
and technological literacy; global the private and public sectorst Management Practices Investment Management
understanding and multicultural Degree Requirements 120 Units ACT4060 Taxation I FIN4110 Portfolio and Derivatives
perspec tives; and ser vice to the ACT4110 Taxation II Management
• General Education 39 Units. FIN4120 Pensions and Insurance
community, whose foundation is laid BUS4020 Business Mathematics
• Major 66 units and Statistics FIN4130 Financial Analysis and
by the General Education Program
BUS4030 Quantitative Methods Reporting
(see section on General Education), Lower Division Courses 18 Units FIN4140 Emerging Issues in
BUS4070 Business Values & Ethics
the following are the program-specific Finance
BUS4090 Strategic Management
Learning Outcomes: ACT 1010 Principles of Accounting I FIN4150 Financial Modelling
FIN4010 International Managerial
ACT 2010 Principles of Accounting II
1. Value and evaluate financial assets Finance
BUS 1010 Introduction to Business
for investments FIN4020 Corporate Finance Real Estate Finance
Organizations
FIN4030 Investments FIN4210 Real Estate Portfolio
2. Formulate, evaluate and apply BUS 2020 Business
FIN4040 Money and Capital Management
portfolio management strategies. Communications
Markets
ECO 1010 Principles of Micro FIN4220 Real Estate Investment
3. Conduct fundamental and technical FIN4050 Financial Information
Economics Analysis
analysis on financial securities Systems
ECO 1020 Principles of Macro FIN4230 Real Estate Economics
FIN4060 Financial Management in
4. Assess current trends in financial Economics FIN4240 Property Law
the Public Sector
products, financial markets and FIN4950 Finance Project FIN4250 Real Estate Management
institutions for decision making or and Consultancy
FIN4910 Finance Internship

Economics
ECO4010 Intermediate
Microeconomics
ECO4020 Intermediate
Macroeconomics
ECO4030 Economic Development
ECO4040 Public Finance
ECO4050 Health Finance and
Economics

Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management (HRM) program is to impart a range of attitudes, skills, knowledge and problem-solving
abilities in Hotel and Restaurant Management, - Hospitality Planning and Development; with an emphasis on practical applications, case studies, simulation and
research.
Program Learning Outcomes: modern hospitality industry. Upper Division Courses 36 Units Electives (6 Units)
In addition to the university wide 5. Develop new hotel and restaurant BUS 3010 Business Law Students to select two courses:
BUS 4070 Business Values and BUS 4080 Business Process
outcomes of: higher order thinking; products and services.
Ethics Management
oral and written competence; scientific BUS 4090 Strategic Management
Degree Requirements 120 units HRM 3045 Advanced Food
and technological literacy; global HRM 3010 Food and Beverage Cost Production
under s t anding and multic ultur al General Education 39 units Control HRM 3035 Beverage and Bar Service
perspec tives; and ser vice to the HRM 3020 Catering Management Management
Major 66 units
community, whose foundation is laid HRM 3050 Hotel and Restaurant
by the General Education Program Managerial Accounting Concentration 15 Units
Lower Division Courses 24 Units
and Finance
(see section on General Education), the ACT 1010 Principles of Accounting I Hotel and Restaurant Management
HRM 4015 Food and Beverage
following are the HRM program-specific BUS 2010 Business Mathematics majors MUST take Hotel Management
Management
Learning Outcomes: BUS 2020 Business
MGT 4030 Cross-Cultural concentration and may choose to add
Communications
1. Make use of infor mation and Management Hospitality Planning and Development
ECO 1010 Principles of Micro
communic ation technology in MGT 4040 Human Resources as their second concentration.
Economics
hospitality operations. Management
ECO 1020 Principles of Macro
MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing
2. Implement appropriate procedures Economics
MKT 4050 Services Marketing
for the deliver y of hospitalit y HRM 1020 Kitchen Organization and
HRT 4900 Hotel and Restaurant
Food Knowledge
services. Project
HRT 1010 Introduction to
3. Apply basic research methods in or
Hospitality and Tourism
HRT 4910 Hotel and Restaurant
hotel and restaurant management. Management
Internship
HRT 2010 Food Production
4. Explain the environmental, socio-
cultural and global diversity of the

Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration (IBA) program is to provide a range of knowledge, skills and abilities in international
business operations, international economics and trade, international finance, marketing and entrepreneurship with an emphasis on practical applications, case
studies, and research.
Program Learning Outcomes: 5. Demonstrate leadership skills and Upper Division Courses 36 Units Electives (6 Units)
In addition to the university wide ethical behavior in international BUS 3010 Business Law Students to select two courses:
business environments BUS 3020 Production and BUS 4000 Corporate Law
outcomes of: higher order thinking;
Operations Management BUS 4005 Project Management
oral and written competence; scientific 6. Interpret environmental factors in BUS 3030 Business Statistics
and technological literacy; global international business operations. BUS 4080 Business Process
BUS 4070 Business Values and Management
understanding and multicultural Ethics
Degree Requirements 120 units BUS 4015 Supply Chain
perspec tives; and ser vice to the BUS 4090 Strategic Management Management
community, whose foundation is laid General Education 39 units FIN 3010 Principles of Finance
by the General Education Program IBA 4010 International Business Concentration 15 Units
Major 66 units Operations
(see section on General Education), the Student s should selec t any one
Lower Division Courses 24 Units IBA 4020 International Economics
following are the IBA program-specific concentration offered under their
ACT 1010 Principles of Accounting I and Trade
Learning Outcomes: MGT 3010 Overview of Degree Major:
ACT 2010 Principles of Accounting II
1. Analyze and utilize business data in Management Practice • Accounting
BUS 1010 Introduction to Business
making decisions in international MGT 4030 Cross-Cultural • Finance
Organizations
business BUS 2010 Business Mathematics Management • Management
BUS 2020 Business MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing • Marketing
2. Develop viable international business IBA 4950 International Business
Communications • Entrepreneurship
plans Project
ECO 1010 Principles of Micro
3. Apply marketing principles in Economics or
designing strategies for international ECO 1020 Principles of Macro IBA 4910 International Business
Economics Internship
business
IST 2040 Information Systems and
4. Prepare and interpret financial
Applications
statements for international business

Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management - TEACH OUT
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management program is to impart a range of attitudes, skills, knowledge and problem-solving abilities in Travel
Management and Tourism Development with an emphasis on practical applications through internship, case studies, simulation and research.
Program Learning Outcomes: and tourism industry. Upper Division Courses 33 Units BUS 4080 Business Process
In addition to the university wide 5. Apply basic research methods in BUS 4070 Business Values and Management
Ethics TOU 3040 Tour Planning and
outcomes of: higher order thinking; tourism management
BUS 4090 Strategic Management Costing
oral and written competence; scientific FIN 3010 Principles of Finance
Degree Requirements 120 units
and technological literacy; global HRT 3010 Convention and Meeting Concentration 15 Units
understanding and multicultural • General Education 39 units Management Tourism Management Students MUST
perspec tives; and ser vice to the • Major 66 units MGT 4030 Cross-Cultural
select either Travel Management
community, whose foundation is laid Management
Lower Division Courses 27 Units MGT 4040 Human Resources or Tourism Development as their
by the General Education Program ACT 1010 Principles of Accounting I Management concentration.
(see section on General Education), BUS 2010 Business Mathematics MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing
t h e f o ll o w i n g a r e t h e To u r i s m BUS 2020 Business MKT 4050 Services Marketing
Management ’s program-specific Communications TOU 3010 Travel Products and
learning outcomes: ECO 1010 Principles of Micro Facilities Management
Economics TOU 3050 Travel Operations
1. Design and cost itineraries for
ECO 1020 Principles of Macro Management
domestic and international journeys. Economics TOU 4900 Tourism Management
2. Employ appropriate procedures in HRT 1010 Introduction to Project
travel and tour operations Hospitality and Tourism or
Management TOU 4910 Tourism Management
3. M a ke u s e of c o m m u ni c a t i o n TOU 2020 Tourism and Environment
technology skills in travel and Internship
TOU 2050 Travel Reservations
tourism operations. Systems Electives (6 Units)
4. E xplain the complexit y of the TOU 2055 International Fares and
Ticketing Students to select two courses:
environmental, socio-cultural and TOU 3030 Automated Fares and
global diversity of the modern travel Ticketing

Undergraduate Concentration Courses
The following concentrations are of Entrepreneurship Investment Management Management
available to students who are seeking ENT 4060 Small Business Consulting FIN 4110 Portfolio and Derivatives FIN 4220 Real Estate Investment
an undergraduate degree in the Management Analysis
Finance FIN 4120 Pensions and Insurance FIN 4230 Real Estate Economics
Chandaria School of Business. FIN 4010 International Managerial FIN 4130 Financial Analysis and FIN 4240 Property Law
Accounting Finance Reporting FIN 4250 Real Estate Management
ACT 3010 Accounting Information FIN 4020 Corporate Finance FIN 4140 Emerging Issues in and Consultancy
Systems FIN 4030 Investments Finance
FIN 4040 Money and Capital Travel Management (Teach Out)
ACT 4010 Managerial Accounting FIN 4150 Financial Modelling
Markets BUS 4010 Small Business
ACT 4020 Financial Accounting I
FIN 4050 Financial Information Management Entrepreneurship
ACT 4030 Financial Accounting II
Systems ENT 4020 Management of TOU 3020 International Travel and
ACT 4040 Cost Accounting
Entrepreneurial Ventures Tourism Management
or Hospitality Planning and Development MGT 4010 Dimensions of Leadership TOU 4025 Travel Agency
ACT 4050 International Accounting BUS 4010 Small Business and Management Operations
Economics Entrepreneurship MGT 4020 Organizations and Techniques
ECO 4010 Intermediate HRM 3030 Environmental Organizational Behavior TOU 4035 Tour Operations
Microeconomics Management for Hotels MGT 4040 Human Resource Techniques
ECO 4020 Intermediate HRM 3025 Physical Plant Management TOU 4040 Tourism Planning and
Macroeconomics Development and MGT 4050 Total Quality Development
ECO 4030 Economic Development Maintenance Management
HRM 3015 Hotel and Catering Law Tourism Development (Teach Out)
ECO 4040 Public Finance
ECO 4050 Health Finance and HRM 4010 Restaurant Development Marketing BUS 4010 Small Business
Economics and Operations MKT 3020 Marketing Information
Entrepreneurship
Systems
Entrepreneurship Hotel Management MKT 4010 International Marketing TOU 4015 Wildlife Conservation,
ENT 4005 Entrepreneurial Behavior BUS 4010 Small Business MKT 4020 Marketing Research Development and
& Ethics Entrepreneurship MKT 4030 Marketing Management
ENT 4020 Management of HRT 3040 Hygiene & Nutrition Communications and
HRM 4020 Front Office Management TOU 4030 Tourism Economics
Entrepreneurial Ventures Buyer Behavior
ENT 4040 Electronic Commerce HRM 4025 Hotel Information MKT 4050 Services Marketing TOU 4040 Tourism Planning and
ENT 4050 International Dimensions Systems Development
HRM 4030 Housekeeping and Real Estate Finance
Laundry Management FIN 4210 Real Estate Portfolio TOU 4055 Culture and Heritage
Tourism Development

Graduate Programs
Admission Criteria for Graduate Programs as determined by the Dean of the GPA maintenance standards. These materials are submitted to the
While applicants are selected for Chandaria School of Business. designated faculty for review. Final
Transfer Credit
entrance to USIU-Africa’s graduate All international applicants, in addition, approval will rest with the Dean of the
Applicants who have completed Chandaria School of Business.
progr ams on the basis of their must present a minimum score of 550
equivalent master’s courses at other
composite applications, the following (213 computer based) on the Test Courses taken more than seven or
regionally accredited universities with
items are integral components of the of English as a Foreign Language more years previous to application
a grade of B or higher may, with the
admissions decision. (TOEFL) or pass USIU-Africa’s English are generally not eligible for waiver or
approval of the dean, have up to 12
A baccalaureate degree is required Proficiency Test. transfer.
semester units transferred into their
from an institution that is regionally Please refer to the admissions section programs. Students desiring to receive
a c c r e d i t e d i n t h e U. S . o r t h e of this Catalog for general policies credit for any prior coursework will
inter national equivalent, or the and enrolment limitations regarding need to make a formal request which
equivalent academic requirements conditional status, transfer credits and includes:
A list of the USIU-Africa courses for
which the student is interested in
getting credit; official transcript(s)
indic ating cour ses that may be
equivalent; and descriptions and
syllabi/outlines for the course(s).
It is the student’s responsibility to
begin the process by first becoming
familiar with the required courses for
the USIU-Africa program as described
in the current Catalog.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Mission Statement
The mission of the MBA program is to provide a range of knowledge, skills and abilities in Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, Finance, IT,
Marketing and Global Social Sustainable Enterprise with an emphasis on practical applications, case studies, simulations and research.
Program Learning Outcomes: Prerequisites: Master of Business BUS 5100 Business on double concentration enquire from
In addition to the university wide Administration (MBA) Communications the Assistant to the Dean.
BUS 5110 Computer Application
outcomes of: higher order thinking; A student’s academic transcripts and Finance
Skills
oral and written competence; scientific work experience will be evaluated FIN 6800 Seminar in Finance
and technological literacy; global and, if any Prerequisites:are lacking, Degree Requirements 42 units FIN 6010 Investments
understanding and multicultural appropriate survey courses must be FIN 6030 International Financial
Core Courses 24 Units Markets
perspec tives; and ser vice to the taken. Each student will be required ACT 6010 Managerial Accounting FIN 6040 Information Systems
community, the following are the to take a computer competency test BUS 6020 Strategic Management Applications in Finance
program’s specific learning outcomes: to determine eligibility for BUS 5110 BUS 6035 Leadership and Ethics FIN 6850A Finance Project I
1. Analyze and utilize business data in credit transfer. All survey courses are BUS 6220 Business Research FIN 6850B Finance Project II
making decisions in international 1.5 units each. The survey courses are Methods
business as follows: BUS 6225 Business Statistics
Global Business Management
2. D e ve l o p v i a b l e i n t e r n a t i o n a l BUS 5010 Survey of Accounting ECO 6010 Managerial Economics
GMB 6020 Management of Global
business plans BUS 5020 Survey of Finance FIN 6000 Managerial Finance
Entrepreneurial Ventures
BUS 5030 Survey of Marketing MKT 6000 Managerial Marketing
3. Apply mar keting principles in GMB 6040 International Financial
designing strategies for international BUS 5040 Survey of Production/ Markets
Operations Management Concentration 18 Units
business GMB 6050 International Business
BUS 5050 Survey of Economics The following concentrations are and Trade
4. Prepare and interpret financial
BUS 5060 Survey of the Legal available to students who are seeking GMB 6010 Global Strategic
statements for international business Environment of Business an MBA degree in the Chandaria Management
5. Demonstrate leadership skills and BUS 5070 Survey of Management GMB6850A Global Business
School of Business. Students seeking
ethical behavior in international Practice Management Project I
double concentration are required to
business environments BUS 5080 Survey of Information GMB6850A Global Business
Systems meet the project requirement for each
6. Interpret environmental factors in Management Project II
BUS 5090 Survey of Business concentration. For more information
international business operations.
Statistics

Global Social & Sustainable Enterprise MGT 6850A Human Resource
GSE 6010 Global Social Sustainable Management Project I
Entrepreneurship MGT 6850B Human Resource
GSE 6030 Development of Social Management Project II
Sustainable Enterprises
GSE 6040 Sustainable Enterprise Marketing
Funding and Evaluation MKT 6010 Marketing
GSE6850A Project I Communications
GSE6850B Project II Strategy
GSE 6890 Project Practicum MKT 6020 Marketing Research
MKT 6040 Global Marketing
Strategy
Health Leadership and Management MKT 6050 Information
MBH 6010 Organization Theory in Systems
the Health Sector Applications in
MBH 6020 Project Management and Marketing
Fundraising MKT 6850A Marketing Project I
MBH 6040 Health Management MKT 6850B Marketing Project II
Information Systems
MBH 6070 Strategic Human Strategic Management
Resource Management BUS 6120 Strategic Responses to
MBH 6850A Health Management Turbulent Environments
Project I BUS 6140 Management of
MBH 6850B Health Management Technological
Project II Innovations
BUS 6150 Contributors to Strategic
Human Resource Management Management
BUS 6050 Total Quality IBA 6020 Transnational Strategic
MGT 6010 Human Resource BUS 6850A Strategic Management
Management Project I
MGT 6020 Human Resource BUS 6850B Strategic Management
Development Project II
MGT 6030 Labour Relations
Management

Master of Science in Management & Organizational Development
Mission Statement
The mission of the Master of Science in Management & Organizational Development program is to prepare graduates in the art and science of managing and leading
organizational change in a dynamic environment. The program provides a range of knowledge, skills, attitudes and problem-solving abilities to enable graduates
respond to the need for successful management and leadership of profit and not for profit organizations (NGOs).
Learning Outcomes 5. Design and evaluate effective HR Degree Requirements 42 Units MOD 6220 Organization
In addition to the university wide decisions and plans MOD 6000 Managerial Accounting Development Research
outcomes of: higher order thinking; 6. Pr e p a r e g r a nt p r o p o s al s f o r for Non Accountants Methods
oral and written competence; scientific fundraising and demonstrate ability MOD 6010 Organizational Theory & MOD 6225 Organization
and technological literacy; global to manage project resources Behaviour Development Research
understanding and multicultural MOD 6020 Strategic Management Statistics
7. Develop research project proposals,
perspec tives; and ser vice to the in Profit and Non-Profit MOD 6850A Organization
collect data, and prepare project
community, the following are the MOD Organizations Development
reports.
program’s specific learning outcomes: MOD 6035 Organizational Project I
Admission Criteria Leadership and Ethics MOD 6850B Organization
1. Prepare and interpret accounting
Applicants should be holders of a MOD 6040 Strategic Human Development Project II
and financial data for optimal
Undergraduate degree (minimum GPA Resource Management
managerial decisions
2.5) in any field of specialization from a MOD 6045 Organizational
2. Analyze organizational behavior Development
recognized university but with at least
and reco mme nd ap p ro p r iate Economics
three years work experience as middle
organizational development MOD 6050 Project Management
or senior level managers in NGOs,
interventions and Fund Raising
public and private educational, health,
3. Develop transformational leadership, religious, financial and government MOD 6070 Organization
ethics and change management institutions. GMAT is not a requirement Development and
skills. for the MOD program. Consulting
4. Formulate, analyze and evaluate MOD 6075 Conflict Management
Transfer credits are not accepted for
strategic management and business MOD 6080 Business Analysis
the Master of Science in Organizational
analysis decisions and plans Development program.

Global Executive Master of Business Administration - TEACH OUT
Mission Statement
The mission of the Global Executive MBA is to meet the needs of high potential executives seeking a world class education focused on globalization, entrepreneurship
and applicability.
Program Learning Outcomes 5. Demons tr ate tr ans for mational GMB 6060 Management of
In addition to the university wide leadership skills and ethical behavior Creativity and Innovation
in multicultural environments GMB 6070 Strategic Human
6. Develop research action plans to Resource Management
oral and written competence; scientific GMB 6080 Global Strategic
and technological literacy; global apply in your organization.
Marketing
understanding and multicultural 7. Experience global best practices. GMB 6090 Transformational
perspec tives; and ser vice to the Admissions Requirements Leadership
community, the following are the • B a c h e l o r ’s d e g r e e f r o m a n GMB 6220 Business Research
Global Executive MBA program- Seminar
accredited university.
GMB 6230 Global Study Tour
specific learning outcomes: • Minimum upper second class or
1. Analyze and interpret financial data G.P.A 3.0 on a scale of 4.
by applying financial tools in decision • Leadership position
making. • Minimum three years’ managerial
2. Apply strategic management models experience
and develop human resource plans
in a global context. Degree Requirements 36 Units
GMB 6000 Managerial Finance
3. Design, implement and evaluate
GMB 6010 Strategic Management
marketing strategies in a global GMB 6020 Management of
context. Entrepreneurial Ventures
4. I d e n t i f y e n t r e p r e n e u r i a l GMB 6030 Accounting for Managers
oppor tunities and develop GMB 6040 International Financial
innovative strategies in a global Markets
environment GMB 6050 Business Ethics &
Governance

Global Executive Master of Business Administration
- Health Leadership and Management - TEACH OUT
Mission Statement
The mission of the Global Executive MBA is to meet the needs of high potential executives seeking a world class education focused on globalization, entrepreneurship
and applicability.
The Global Executive MBA – Health Degree Requirements 42 Units

Leadership & Management is offered GMB 6000 Managerial Finance
in collaboration with AMREF Health GMB 6010 Global Strategic Management
GMB 6030 Accounting for Managers
Africa and Symbiosis International
GMB 6060 Management of Creativity and Innovation
Univer sit y (India) to provide an
GMB 6070 Strategic Human Resource Management
opportunity for medical practitioners GMB 6090 Transformational Leadership
to upgrade their management and GMB 6221 Business Research Methods
leadership skills. GMB 6230 Global Study Tour
MBH 6010 Organizational Theory in the Health Sector
MBH 6020 Project Management and Fundraising
MBH 6030 Health Service Delivery and Customer Care
MBH 6040 Health Management Information Systems
MBH 6850 Business Research Project

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Mission Statement
The mission of the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is to provide an opportunity for experienced business professionals to refine and extend their business
knowledge and skills at an advanced level.
Program Learning Outcomes Admission Requirements a res earc h projec t or t hesis Specialization Courses 6 Units
In addition to the university wide Applicants to the Doctor of Business in their graduate studies as a The following specialization courses
outcomes of: higher order thinking; A d mi ni s t r a t i o n ( D BA ) p r o g r a m demonstration of their capacity to are offered in the DBA program:
oral and written competence; scientific should demonstrate commitment to undertake postgraduate work at an
advanced level. Finance
and technological literacy; global completing a rigorous program of FIN 7000 Corporate Finance
understanding and multicultural study and should meet the following v. O n e t h o u s a n d (10 0 0 ) w o r d FIN 7010 Seminar in Finance
perspec tives; and ser vice to the qualifications: concept paper on the proposed
community, the following are the dissertation topic in the student’s Strategic Management
i. B a c h e l o r ’s d e g r e e f r o m a n MGT 7000 Global Strategic
Doctor of Business Administration accredited university (Minimum area of specialization.
Management
program’s specific learning outcomes: Upper Second Class or GPA 2.5 on Degree Requirements 81 Units MGT 7010 Seminar in Strategic
1. Apply ef fective leadership in a a scale of 4) Management
Core Courses 30 units
dynamic business environment ii. Master’s degree in a business
The following core courses shall be Leadership and Organizational Change
2. Apply emerging business theories dis cipline f rom a recognize d LED 7000 Strategic Leadership and
offered in the DBA program
and practice in providing solutions tertiary institution /University with a DBA 7000 Business Research Change Management
to i nte r d i s c i p li n a r y b u s i n e s s graduating GPA 2.5 on a scale of 4) Statistics LED 7010 Seminar in Leadership
problems DBA 7010 Human Resource and Change
iii. Have a minimum of three years
3. Integrate financial information for relevant business or administrative
business making management or academic DBA 7020 Entrepreneurship Dissertation 45 units
DBA 7030 Accounting and Financial
4. Formulate and implement strategic experience and currently be working Before the award of the doctoral
Management
solutions in a turbulent business in a business or public /private sector DBA 7040 Strategic Management degree, a candidate shall show proof
environment organization or have access to one DBA 7050 Leadership of acceptance for publication of at least
so that the practical requirements of DBA 7060 Business Research two (2) papers in refereed journals.
5. Design, conduct and disseminate
the program can be met. Methods
applied research that contributes to DBA 7070 DBA Comprehensive
business knowledge and solutions. iv. Applicants must have undertaken
Examination

Course Descriptions
ACT: Accounting
ACT 3010 Accounting Information ACT 4020 Financial Accounting 1 i n jo b o r d e r a n d p ro ce s s co s t

ACT 1010 Principles of Accounting I Systems accumulation systems and other
A n over view of t he t heoretic al
Objectives and fundamental concepts Fundamental accounting principles foundations of financial reporting; emerging cost accounting topics.
of accounting; analyzing and recording in a computerized environment; St a n d a r d s e t t i n g p r o c e s s a n d Prerequisite: ACT 2010
financial transactions; preparation Application of accounting packages to conceptual framework, valuation of Credit: 3 Units
of income statements, the balance the accounting cycle and management assets and current liabilities.
sheet and interpretation of financial ACT 4050 International Accounting
reports; Contemporary issues and Prerequisite: ACT 2010
income statements; analysis of assets, et hic al pr ac tices in accounting Credit: 3 Units Study of international dimensions of
liabilities and equity; partnerships information systems. accounting and use of accounting
and corporations; fund flow analysis; Prerequisite: ACT 2010 ACT 4030 Financial Accounting 2 information for decision making in
Introduction to software applications Credit: 3 Units Accounting principles and reporting multinational environment; Accounting
in accounting. requirements for liabilities, long- and managerial issues of multinational
Prerequisite: IST 0999 and MTH 1109 ACT 4010 Managerial Accounting term investments and stockholders’ corporations such as currency
Credit: 3 Units An extensive analysis of management equity are studied. Other topics translation, financial reporting and
decision making based on included are accounting for pensions, disclosure, international taxation,
ACT 2010 Principles of Accounting II transfer pricing, and current issues and
accounting concepts; the use of leases, accounting changes, and the
An over view of accounting as an accounting statements and reports statement of cash flows. (OI) developments.
effective aid to management in the in policy making and control; ethical Prerequisite: ACT 4020 Prerequisite: ACT 2010
control of resources, interpretation considerations and emerging trends Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
of financial statements, cost volume
of management accounting. ACT 4060 Taxation
profit analysis, product cost systems, ACT 4040 Cost Accounting
Prerequisite: ACT 2010
budgets and variance analysis. The course is designed to provide An overview of the application of
Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: ACT 1010 in-depth coverage of cost the principles, laws and practices of
Credit: 3 Units accounting concepts, objectives, taxation of individuals, partnerships
and accumulation and repor ting and corporations.
procedures. Topics covered include Prerequisite: ACT 2010
material, labor and overhead costs Credit: 3 Units

ACT 4070 Auditing ACT 4130 Forensic Accounting ACT 4950 Accounting Project
A study of auditing principles, concepts The primary objective of this course is Independent study under the
and practices as it applies mainly to to provide students an opportunity to direction of a faculty advisor; Projects
business and investors. A working gain experience in investigative (forensic) may include librar y or empirical
knowledge of auditing procedures and accounting. Topics include background, research or analysis and writ ten
techniques, standards, ethics and legal legal framework, prevention, risk report on management aspects of an
environment, statistical audit tools as assessment, financial fraud schemes, appropriate business organization,
well as audit reports. (OI, ILI, WI) investigation and specialized issues. private firm, not-for profit organization,
Prerequisite: ACT 2010 and BUS 3010 Prerequisite: ACT 4120 or government agency.
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: Students must be seniors
Credit: 3 Units
ACT 4110 Taxation II ACT 4910 Accounting Internship
The course is designed to ensure This program is in accord with the ACT 6010 Managerial Accounting
that the students can prepare tax overall mission of USIU-Africa to This course intends to develop the
returns, evaluate the tax implications provide an environment of growth, student’s ability in understanding
of business decisions, and analyze the knowledge and work experience for managerial uses of accounting data
impact of government fiscal measures its students. This entails preparedness in cost analysis, decision-making,
on industry and the economy. for career through mastery of a field of planning, control, budgeting, variance
Prerequisite: ACT 4030 knowledge and its multicultural and analysis, performance measures and
Credit: 3 Units multinational application. Such mastery management reports.
is accomplished through both formal Prerequisite: BUS 5010
ACT 4120 Auditing and Investigations study and various experiential forms Credits: 3 Units
The course provides the students with of learning such as the internship and
practical skills required to audit public fieldwork. It provides practical and hands
and private institutions and to carry out on experience in the student’s area of
audit investigations in computerized study. A range of 200-400 hours required
and non -computerized environments. depending on the organization.
Prerequisite: ACT 4070 Prerequisite: Students must be seniors
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units

BUS: Business
BUS 1010 Introduction to Business and elementary statistics. BUS 3010 Business Law
Organizations Prerequisite: MTH 1109 Study of the legal environment in which
An overview of the interrelationships Credit: 3 Units profit and not-for-profit organizations
among the functions of the business operate; Includes study of cour ts
BUS 2020 Business Communications
firm and between the firm and its and procedure, criminal law, torts,
environment; topics include a study This course is designed to introduce contracts, and formations, operation
of managerial functions, marketing students to the fundamental principles and termination of corporations,
co nce pt s, p ro d uc t io n s y s te m s, of effective business communication agency and partnership relationships.
leadership practices and business in a global environment. It will (OI)
ethics. emphasize written communications Prerequisite: BUS 1010
Credit: 3 Units such as standard and persuasive
business letters, memorandums, and BUS 3020 Production and Operations
BUS 2000 Foundations of Business informational as well as analytical Management
Edge re p o r t s, alo ng w it h p ro p o s als, An introductory analysis of productive
This unit introduces students to the resumes, and other employment- systems, operations planning, and
concept of business and to various related document s. The cour se control; Topics include forecasting,
inter p er s o nal, g ro u p wor k an d addresses the skills necessary for inventor ies, scheduling, qualit y
organisational skills essential for developing, planning, organizing, assurance, and productivity.
university and employment success. outlining, and editing various business Prerequisite: BUS 2010
Integrating theor y with applied documents. The problem-solving
activities, students will develop skills in approach is used to focus on proper BUS 3030 Business Statistics
self-advocacy, personal management grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, A further study in statistical methods
and information management and tone as well as the use of computer and its application in the field of
Prerequisite: None technology and sof t ware in the business and economics. Regression,
Credit: 3 Units development of effective oral and time series analysis, index numbers,
written business communication skills. association of attributes, probability,
BUS 2010 Business Mathematics Prerequisite: BUS 1010 theoretical distributions, sampling
Fundamental mathematical operations Credit: 3 Units hypothesis tests and confidence levels.
in banking and borrowing; financial Prerequisite: MTH 2210
ratio analysis; payrolls; retail; insurance; Credit: 3 Units

BUS 4000 Corporate Law BUS 4010 Small Business logistics, and research and scope, Linear programming-Graphic,
An examination of the law governing Entrepreneurship d evelo p ment. Value for money simplex and duality, Transportation,
formation, composition, operations Investigation into entrepreneurial principles, procurement in the public Assignment, Replacement,
and dissolution of companies: Topics behavior, the role of entrepreneur sector, and relationship management Queuing, Decision theory, Inventory
include Nature and classification in society: the conditions necessary in supply chain activities are also management, Sequencing, PERT,
of companies, Regis tration of a for it to evolve; the development of a addressed. Game theory, Investment Decision
company, Share capital, Debt capital, venture whether in terms of start up, Prerequisite: BUS3020 Analysis and Simulation.
Membership of a company, Meetings, acquisition, or expansion of an existing Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: BUS 3030
D i r e c t o r s , A u d i t o r s , C o m p a ny business. The theory and practice of Credit: 3 Units
BUS 4020 Business Mathematics and
account s, audit and inspec tion, small business management.
Statistics BUS 4070 Business Values and Ethics
Corporate insolvency and winding up. Prerequisite: MKT3010, FIN3010 and
Prerequisite: BUS3010 MGT3010 T his co ur s e aims at e q uip ping Introduction to the basic categories
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units students with an elementar y and framework of philosophical ethics;
statistical base in solving decision- examination of selected corporate
BUS 4005 Project Management BUS 4015 Supply Chain Management making problems especially those policy statements on social and ethical
The course provides over view of This course is designed to expose which involve numerical data. It also responsibility with consideration of
project management, proposal writing the learner to the phases of supply provides students with basic skills how to develop and implement such
and fundraising strategies in profit and management namely; generation and knowledge in the fundamental policy statements; consideration of
non-profit organizations. The course of requirements, sourcing, pricing, business mathematics calculations ethical issues in selected professions.
focuses on the essential elements of and make, do, or buy, and post that include the operation in banking: (OI)
project management and project life award activities including evaluation borrowing, financial analysis, payrolls, Prerequisite: BUS 1010 MGT 3010
cycle including: project identification, procedures. It also explores the supply retail, insurance, interest, discount, Credit: 3 Units
p l a n n i n g, i m p l e m e n t a t i o n a n d chain management systems, linkages depreciation and elementary statistics.
Pre-requisite MTH 2210 BUS 4080 Business Process
evaluation. between supply chain management
Credit: 3 Units Management
Prerequisite: MGT3010 and other major functions of the firm
Credit: 3 Units such as marketing, finance-accounting, The course introduces a process-
BUS 4030 Quantitative Methods oriented view of the flows of materials,
operations (with emphasis on quality-
material control, engineering, and Study of the mathematical techniques/ information, products and services
p r o d u c t i o n - i nv e n t o r y c o n t r o l ), methods used to solve business through and across organizational
problems. Include meaning and functions. All organizations must

carefully analyse and document for firms operating at different levels of estimating cash flows on investment BUS 5060 Survey of the Legal
their business processes and must environmental turbulence. The course proposals. Environment of Business
continuously assess the efficiency facilitates the development of skills in Prerequisite: BUS 5010 Consideration of fac tors causing
and effectiveness of these processes problem analysis and decision-making Credit: 1.5 Units change in the business environment;
to minimize cost and maximize value in corporate strategy and business analysis of selected issues in the
creation. The course helps students BUS 5030 Survey of Marketing
policy. BUS 4090 is the integrating interface between business, the law,
identify information-bearing events, course for the undergraduate program A survey of the marketing function
and other social institutions.
assess and improve process efficiency, that concentrates on the application in the business enterprise, market
Credit: 1.5 Units
learn to model and analyse business of concepts through case studies and segmentation and target marketing,
proces ses, and under s t and the decision simulation exercises. (ILI, WI) and the key elements in marketing: BUS 5070 Survey of Management
interactions between human behavior Prerequisite: MGT 3010; Senior product, place, price, and promotion. Practice
and process design. Hands-on, case- Standing Credit: 1.5 Units
This course is designed to introduce
based assignments allow students Credit: 3 Units
BUS 5040 Survey of Production/ the student to management theory.
to practice some of the principles
addressed. BUS 5010 Survey of Accounting Operations Management The cour se examines his tor ic al
Prerequisite: MGT3010 Theory, concepts, and decision analysis perspec tives and current trends
An over view of the fundamental
Credit: 3 Units related to effective control of products in management; func tions of
concepts of accounting, recording
and operative systems. Topics include management, strategic management
and analysis economic ac tivities
BUS 4090 Strategic Management productivity forecasting, scheduling, and organizational behavior. Also
for business through the use of
This is a course that provides an inventory organization, and quality discusses ethical and multicultural
dual entry accounting system and
overview of the economic, cultural, control. issues. A s an over view course,
financial statements for service and
psychologic al, sociologic al, Credit: 1.5 Units relationships among the various
merchandising concerns.
technological and political aspects Credit: 1.5 Units elements of management will be
BUS 5050 Survey of Economics stressed. Emphasis will be placed on
o f t h e b u s i n e s s e nv i r o n m e n t s
confronting environment ser ving BUS 5020 Survey of Finance Introduction to economic contemporar y management in an
organizations (ESOs); the concept of A survey of financial ratios, analysis, methodology. Explores theories of international context.
environmental turbulence; the nature managing current assets and liabilities, market dynamics and various market Credit: 1.5 Units
the firm’s liquidity posture, the cost structures to explain the behaviors of
of strategic and operating work; the
of long-term capital and the required households and firms.
formulation of a corporate mission,
rate of return on long-term assets, and Credit: 1.5 Units
goals and objectives; and strategies

BUS 5080 Survey of Information BUS 5110 Computer Application BUS 6020 Introduction to Strategic and operational work formulation of
Systems Skills Management mission, goals, objectives, strategy;
A survey of data processing systems, An overview of the basic components An introductory course that provides environment ser ving organization
management information systems, of processing systems (environment, an over view of the economic, strategic aggressiveness and capability
decision support systems, executive software, hardware, people, behavior, cultural, psychological, sociological, at different turbulence levels; and
information systems, expert systems tasks and connectivity), application technological, and political aspects of strategic diagnosis.
and distributed systems planning, programs such as word-processing, the global environments confronting Prerequisite: BUS 5070
hardware and software, management, spreadsheet s, databases, and environment serving organizations; Credit: 3 Units
maintenance, security, and evaluation. graphics, and an operating system. the concept of environmental
BUS 6050 Total Quality Management
Credit: 1.5 Units Credit: 1.5 Units turbulence; the nature of strategic
An overview of the quantitative and
BUS 5090 Survey of Business
Statistics
Overview of descriptive ad inferential
statistics, using Excel software, as
they apply to business environments.
Review of probability, correlation
analysis, hypothesis testing, regression
analysis and forecasting.
Prerequisite: BUS 5080
Credit: 1.5 Units
BUS 5100 Business Communications

Introduces fundamental research,
writing and speaking skills necessary
for effectively communicating orally
and in writing at the graduate level.
Credit: 1.5 Units

qualitative theory, methodologies, in the strategy of environment serving theories have had on our cumulative relevant business topic.
and strategies for introducing and organizations. Included are: the nature understanding and knowledge about Prerequisite: BUS6225
sustaining total quality management of technology and innovation; the strategic management. This seminar Credit: 3 Units
(TQM) philosophy; and development technological environment; technology is historical in scope, however current
of a TQM strategy for an existing strategies; technology substitution; theoretical strategic management BUS 6225 Business statistics:
organization. technology transfer; societal trends are also considered. This is a This course has three objectives: to
Prerequisite: BUS 5070 responsibility and technology; the role capstone course and relates to other bridge the gap between the MBA core
Credit: 3 Units of general management in technology strategic management modules to and more advanced statistical methods
management; the interface between strategic management taught at USIU- courses, to cover applied aspects of
BUS 6120 Strategic Response to technology and business strategies; Africa. the multiple regression model, and
Turbulent Environments environment ser ving organization Prerequisites: BUS 6120 to learn effective communication of
A study of strategy formulation for capability for technological innovation; Credit: 3 Units statistical analysis. Emphasis will be
environment serving organizations and management of innovation on applying this material in managerial
(ESOs) that are serving discontinuous projects. BUS 6220 Business Research settings, rather than the underlying
transnational environments. Prerequisite: BUS 6020 Methods mathematics, so all techniques will be
Included are: strategy formulation Credit: 3 Units The course is designed to review illustrated with applications.
in discontinuous transnational research methodology associated Prerequisite: BUS5090
environments; competitive posture BUS 6150 Contributors to Strategic with various types of projects and Credit: 3 Units
analysis; integration of societal and Management statistical analysis. Examines research
technology strategies for a total This course/seminar is a study of planning and implementation process BUS6235 Leadership and Ethics
environment ser ving organization the major strategic management including identification of research The course provides an in-depth study
strategy; and strategic por t folio contributors to the theory and practice problem and formulation of research and analysis of corporate governance.
optimization. of strategic management. The course questions, literature review, data The cour se focuses on the key
Prerequisite: BUS 6020 involves examination of the role collection and data analysis methods, aspec t s involved in s teering
Credit: 3 Units major contributors play in informing and dissemination of research findings. organizations forward in dynamic/
and guiding the practice of strategic Also included is an emphasis on the turbulent environments including
BUS 6140 Management of management. Emphasis is on gaining use of appropriate statistical package transformation leadership, strategic
Technological Innovations an in-depth, critical understanding to analyze descriptive and inferential leadership, culture, values and ethics;
A s tudy of the management of and appreciation of the influence each statistics. The major objective is to and strategic management of change.
technological innovation as a key factor particular orientation’s metaphors and develop a projec t proposal on a

The course focuses on individuals repor t writing and submission of
as leaders, team leadership and approved projec t repor t under
organizational leadership and also on supervision. Final projects may include
the management of Boards, ethical library or empirical research or analysis
orientation in management, and and written report on the management
culture. aspects of an appropriate business
Prerequisite: BUS5070 organization (private, not-for-profit or
Credit: 3 Units government organization)
Prerequisite BUS 6850 A
BUS 6850 A Strategic Management Credit: 3 units
Project I (Grading: Letter Grade)
The aim of this course is the
development of a cogent project
proposal, pilot study and field work
(data collection) under supervision
Project proposals may include library
or empirical research or analysis and
written report on the management
aspects of an appropriate business
organization (private, not-for -profit or
government organization)
Prerequisite BUS 6220
Credit: 3 units
(Grading - Credit/No credit)
BUS 6850 B Strategic Management

Project II
This course focuses on data analysis,

DBA: Doctor of Business Administration
DBA 7000 Business Research in a variety of organizational settings. It and succession in entrepreneurial finance, risk, the operation of capital
Statistics focuses on decision-making processes ventures. Special emphasis is placed markets, the financing decision, the
in the development and maintenance on the identification of viable business dividend decision, and the cost of
This course is designed to provide basic
of various program elements in human opportunities and the development capital.
concepts and methods of statistical
resource management. Critical HRM of a comprehensive business plan for Credit: 3 units
analysis for processes and products. Its
major focus is on probability analysis, elements addressed include human entrepreneurial venture startup or
DBA 7040 Strategic Management
cor relation analysis, regres sion res ource planning, rec r uit me nt expansion.
and selec tion, appr ais al and Credit: 3 units T his cour s e foc us es on c r itic al
analysis, analysis of variance (ANOVA),
performance management, training issues that add complexity to the
Chi square analysis, t tests, and
and development, compensation and DBA 7030 Accounting and Financial management of organizations both
hypothesis testing. Special emphasis
incentives, governance, separation, Management in the public, private and social/
will be placed on the understanding
and human resource information This course introduces the concepts community sectors. It examines critical
of statistical techniques in business
systems. and applications of accounting and issues such as social reforms, economic
context, the use of statistical software
Credit: 3 units financial management. It aims to and financial reforms, globalization,
(SPSS) to run descriptive and inferential
provide an understanding of the international politics, the new world
statistical analyses, and the correct
DBA 7020 Entrepreneurship prac tical use of accounting and order and new technology among
interpretation of the results from such
This course examines the concept financial information for decision others, all adding to the complexity
runs. Practical labs sessions will be held
and value of entrepreneurship in a making and the achievement of of managing organizations in today’s
in conjunction with lectures to provide
wider context including theoretical business goals. Students are exposed highly turbulent business environment.
hand on experience with various
models of entrepreneurial behavior to a variet y of topic s including The cour se involves in- depth
software packages including SPSS and
and their application in various introduc tion to accounting and examination of contemporary strategic
Excel.
organizational contexts. It seeks to financial management concepts; and management philosophies,
Credit: 3 units
develop a critical understanding measuring and reporting financial theories, policies and prac tices
DBA 7010 Human Resource of key concept s, proces ses, position, financial performance and that focus on critical aspects of the
Management and is sues in entrepreneur s hip cash flows; impact of technology, discipline of strategic management.
including creativity and innovation, control issues, and behavioral aspects Contemporary theories of excellence
This course examines contemporary
corporate entrepreneurship, social of the AIS process; specification of in management, key conce pt s /
human resource philosophies, policies
entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial corporate objectives, evaluation of paradigms, skills and knowledge
and practices that focus on unique
environment and opportunities, ethics investment projects, working capital presented and discussed focus on the
areas of human capital management
and social responsibility, grow th management, alternative sources of creation of sustainable competitive

Dissertation
advantage through examination of DBA 7060: Business Research DBA 7070 Comprehensive FIN 7030/ LED7030/ MGT7030
environmental factors that define Methods Examination The dissertation will be the unifying
management actions/responses and This course introduces students to The objective of the comprehensive capstone of every doctoral student’s
orientation in highly dynamic business the foundations of research design for examination in the DBA program is to learning experience. It addresses
environments. business and management research. provide students with the opportunity a real-world problem, bring new
Credit: 3 units The course examines the critical to demonstrate depth and breadth of information to light, and make an
elements of the research process knowledge in business management. original contribution to the field
DBA 7050: Leadership
including selection of research topic During the comprehensive exam, of s t u d y. T he o bje c tive of t he
This course examines the role and and research questions, literature the student will also be expected to dissertation stage is to demonstrate
importance of effective leadership in review, qualitative and quantitative demonstrate that they have sufficient that the student has synthesized the
organizations. It offers a critical review research designs and methodologies, knowledge to begin their dissertation. knowledge gained during the pre-
of the evolving theories of leadership repor t writing and disseminating Contemporar y topics in business dissertation stage and is able to apply
and paradigm shif t in leadership research findings. Quantitative designs management are examined in a 3-hour this knowledge to the resolution of a
research perspec tives including covered include experimental and closed book examination. substantial problem.
traits, behavioral, contingency and quasi-experimental, survey, causal- Credit: 9 Units Credit: 45 units
integr ative approaches such as comparative, evaluation, and action
charismatic and transformational research; qualitative designs covered
leadership models. Major emphasis include case study, ethnography
is placed on leadership aspects that and grounded theory. Also included
affect organizational performance are advanced statistical techniques
and success such as sources of power for analyzing quantitative data and
and influencing strategies, leadership tes ting hypothesis such as Chi-
and ethics, leadership styles and square, two way analysis of variance
approaches, leadership motivation and covariance, multivariate analysis
and effective communication. The techniques, and econometric analysis.
course provides hands on applications Special emphasis will be placed on the
on critical leadership decisions through preparation of a draft proposal for the
case studies and projects of practical DBA dissertation
nature. Credit: 3 units
Credit: 3 units

ECO: Economics
ECO 1010 Principles of produc tion theor y, international ECO 4040 Public Finance forecasting.
Microeconomics economics, natural resource This course introduces students to the Prerequisite: BUS 5050
Introduction to theories regarding economics, public finance, and capital theory of public finance. It develops Credit: 3 Units
the decision making of firms and markets. the knowledge learn in FIN 4060 by
households in market transactions. Pre-requisite ECO 1010 applying critical and analytical aspects
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units of taxation, redistribution and capital
budgeting. The course also discusses
ECO 1020 Principles of ECO 4020 Intermediate
the economics of foreign aid.
Macroeconomics Macroeconomics
Prerequisite: FIN 4060
Introduction to theories regarding This course equips the learners with Credit: 3 Units
consumption, investment, money and skills and knowledge that enable
banking and government activities them analyze the macro-economic ECO 4050 Health Finance and
Prerequisite: ECO 1010 environment in which individuals Economics
Credit: 3 Units and firms exist. It enhances their This course introduces students to
understanding of the interac tion the basics of health financing and
ECO 4010 Intermediate of economic agents in the overall economics. The course explores health
Microeconomics economy. as a public good and reviews the
The purpose of this course is to equip Pre-requisite ECO 1020 options available in health financing.
students with skills and knowledge Credit: 3 Units L as tly the cour se evaluates the
that enable them analyse consumer economic efficiency of health provision
ECO 4030 Economic Development
behaviour, behaviour of firms and in both the private and public sectors.
markets. It explores how individuals This course equips learners with Pre-requisite ECO 1010 and ECO 1020
and firms respond to changes in the knowledge and skills on economic Credit: 3 Units
opportunities and constraints that growth and development, analyses
they face and how they interact in welfare and critically shows the ECO 6010 Managerial Economics
markets. It also enables them to apply development status of nations. It also Review of microeconomic s and
basic tools that are used in many fields discusses the vicious cycle of poverty. theories surrounding managerial
of economics, including household Pre-requisite ECO 1010 and ECO 1020 decision-making as well as applications
economic s, labor economic s, Credit: 3 Units involving cost and risk analysis and

ENT: Entrepreneurship
ENT 1010 Introduction to the prac tice of entrepreneurship. financial management and total quality Perquisite: IST2040 and ENT 4020
Entrepreneurship Examines entrepreneurial behavior management. Also examines methods Credit: 3 Units
This course offers a framework for theories and approaches including for measuring financial performance
p s yc h o l o g ic al, s o c io l o g ic al a n d and financing options for start-up and ENT 4050 International Dimension of
understanding the entrepreneurial
economic perspectives; key dimensions expansion of entrepreneurial ventures. Entrepreneurship
process and exposes students to how
to find business ideas, how to evaluate of entrepreneurial behavior including The course emphasizes business Examines the role and effects of the
their potential, challenges, problems, entrepreneurial charac teristics plan preparation as a requirement for growing number of entrepreneurial
identifying what it takes to get a new an d motiv atio n, e nt re p re ne ur ial start-up and effective management of ventures that exist worldwide including
venture off the ground and issues organization, entrepreneurial process entrepreneurial venture. international business environment
faced by entrepreneurs who start new and environment. The course also Prerequisite: MGT 3010, MKT 3010, and opportunities; forms and types
businesses. Students will also learn examines ethical behavior and code of FIN 3010 of inter national ventures; major
about themselves, their decisions, ethics and social responsibility as major Credit: 3 Units issues affecting international trade;
and their goals to determine how requirements for entrepreneurship methods of starting and managing
practice. ENT 4040 Electronic Commerce entrepreneurial ventures in the
entrepreneurship can play a role in their
lives. Case study is the principal teaching Prerequisite: BUS 1010 and MGT 3010 This cour se ex plores ways that domestic market with international
methods will involve lectures, business Credit: 3 Units entrepreneurial organizations can take marketing capabilities; strategies for
cases, case study and guest speakers. advantage of the growing capabilities developing strategic alliances and
ENT 4020 Management of of t h e I nte r n e t a n d e l e c t r o nic collaborations to facilitate start-up and
Students will also be introduced to
Entrepreneurial Ventures commerce to increase the horizons for growth of international entrepreneurial
entrepreneurship from an economic
perspec tive and the concept s of Examines the nature of entrepreneurial entrepreneurial ventures. It discusses ventures. Also examines regulations,
environmentally sustainable practices ventures and how to manage them the use and application of Internet documentation and payment methods
and social entrepreneurship. ef fe c tively for greater s ucce s s; and Intranet in the management for impor t/expor t entrepreneurial
Prerequisite: None entrepreneur ship environment of e nt r e p r e n e u r ia l ve n t u r e s i n ventures. The course emphasizes
Credit: 3 Units and business oppor tunities; functions such as marketing, retailing, busines s plan prepar ation as a
entrepreneurship strategies and legal operations and finance. Students requirement for start-up and effective
ENT 4005 Entrepreneurial Behavior forms of business ownership; special learn how to develop effective on-line management of entrepreneurial
and Ethics needs of entrepreneurial ventures in the presentations for ventures of differing ventures in the international dimension.
T h e c o u r s e s u r ve y s t h e o r e t i c a l approach to start-up and management types. Legal requirements and ethical Prerequisite: ENT 4020
perspectives and ethics that underpin in terms of marketing, production, issues affecting on-line business are Credit: 3 Units
human resource management, also discussed.

ENT 4060 Small Business Consulting entrepreneurial behavior including
Pr e p a r e s s t u d e nt s to s e r ve a s entrepreneurial characteristics and
consultants to a wide variet y of motivation, organization, process
problems facing Micro and Small and entrepreneurial environment;
E n t e r p r i s e s ( M S E s ) i n t o d a y ’s examines social responsibilit y
competitive business environment. and business ethics as key factors
Examines the role and importance influencing entrepreneurial behavior.
of consulting; the charac teristics Also discusses entrepreneurship as a
of a good busines s consult ant; key strategy in a dynamic and highly
the consulting process including competitive corporate environment.
entr y, diagnosis, action planning, Prerequisite: BUS 5070
implementation and termination. Credit: 3 Units
Discusses management of change and
the role of effective communication in
developing and maintaining effective
client-consultant relationship. The
course also addresses the process
and requirements for starting and
managing a Small Business Consulting
Firm.
Prerequisite: ENT 4020
Credit: 3 Units
ENT 6010 Entrepreneurial Behavior

The course examines entrepreneurial
behavior theories and approaches
including economic, psychological
a n d s o c io l o gic al p e r s p e c t i ve s .
Dis c us s es major dime nsio ns of

FIN: Finance
FIN 3010 Principles of Finance analysis; capital structure decisions; FIN 4050 Financial Information
The application of financial principles dividend policy; financial derivatives; Systems
to problems involving the acquisition hybrid financing; financial distress; The course is designed to train
and management of funds by private restructuring and liquidation. students in performing financial tasks
and public organizations. (ILI) Prerequisite: FIN 3010 using information technology. The
Prerequisite: ACT 2010 and BUS 1010 Credit: 3 Units course covers computer applications
Credit: 3 Units in various corporate finance areas. It
FIN 4030 Investments
provides basic skills for developing
FIN 4010 International Managerial The course is designed to facilitate corporate finance models such as
Finance evaluation of various alternative financial planning, funds, forecasting
The course critically examines the inves tment vehicles including and, project evaluation using computer
global financial landscape and more investments in Bonds, Shares, Real software.
specifically the money markets. The Estate, Derivative instruments, Mutual Prerequisite: IST1010 and FIN 4030
spot, the forward, the currency futures, Funds, Gold and other Commodities, Credit: 3 Units
the options, the inter-bank and the Collectibles, and Portfolio construction
Euro currency – markets are fully and management. FIN 4060 Financial Management in
explored. The hedging techniques are Prerequisite: FIN 4040 the Public Sector
examined so as to place the student at Credit: 3 Units The course is designed to equip the
advantaged position in the economic students with an understanding of
FIN 4040 Money and Capital Markets
and transaction exposure. financial management aspects of
Prerequisite: FIN 4040 The course sur veys issues related central and local government, and
Credit: 3 Units to financial intermediaries, with an sources, costs and utilization of funds.
emphasis on Depository institutions, Prerequisite: FIN 3010
FIN 4020 Corporate Finance Non depositor y institutions and Credit: 3 Units
The management of funds in Securities markets. It addresses Asset/
Liability Management, Credit Risk FIN 4110 Portfolio And Derivatives
corporations; analysis of capital
Management and maintenance of Management
b u d g e t i n g; r i s k a n d b a s i c r i s k
models; cost of capital and optimal adequate capital. The major purpose of this course is
capital budgeting; project cash flow Prerequisite: FIN 3010 to equip learners with knowledge
Credit: 3 Units in por t folio management and in

particular: basic portfolio construction depth. Course also focuses on the Credit: 3 Units
skills to facilitate the formation of an role of pensions in life cycle financial
FIN 4140 Emerging Issues In Finance
efficient and effective investment planning in addition to pension rules
portfolio in creating and enhancing and regulations. Different pension This course is meant to equip students
investor’s wealth. Further the skills types and the main methods used with knowledge on development
learned in the course will enable to calculate pension liabilities are and advancements in the financial
the learner to evaluate investment discussed. A discussion of how the world. Although certain topics are
por t folios over time taking into macro-economic and demographic recommended, the instructors are
consideration the returns and risks shocks affect insurance and pensions allowed to pick on topical issues in
inherent in the por tfolio and the is also discussed finance and focus on them.
market. Pre-requisite: FIN 4040 Pre-requisite: FIN 4050
The course aims at developing the Credit: 3 Units FIN 4150 Financial Modelling
student’s ability to determine the FIN 4130 Financial Analysis And This course aims to equip students
returns and risks in the individual Reporting with skills that enable them to
investment instruments and the ability develop quantitative financial models
This course provides a broad
to combine these individual assets into and use the solutions generated to
framework on analy tical tools
productive portfolio that will bring make better decisions. The course
and procedures used to evaluate
maximum benefits to the investor. requires students to apply financial
firm business operations. The
Pre-requisite: FIN 4030 tools in modelling and apply them to
cour se introduces and analy zes
Credit: 3 Units real world cases. The course further
the relationship between business
FIN 4120 Pensions And Insurance activities (operating, financing and enhances financial information skills as
investing) and financial statements, the financial models are developed by
This course intends to provide a
from both views of internal and the use of spreadsheets.
detailed understanding of the main
external users of financial information. Prerequisite: FIN4050 and FIN4110
principles of insurance as a risk
It concentrates on understanding Credit: 3 Units
management technique and pensions
as an old-age safety net. It explains published financial s t atement s, FIN 4210 Real Estate Portfolio
the economics behind the concept analysis of mergers and acquisitions, Management
of insurance. Also discusses the mortgages and bonds, and leases.
This course exposes students to the
insurance products and contracts in Pre-requisite: FIN 4010 and FIN 4020

concepts, tools and strategies used economic policies on land FIN 6000 Managerial Finance Credit: 3 Units
in the management of portfolios of Pre-requisite: ECO 1020 Study of basic principles, theories
real estate investments. Students are Credit: 3 Units FIN 6040 Information Systems
and tools required by managers
exposed to the reasons why investors Applications in Finance
FIN 4240 Property Law to effectively conduct managerial
should evaluate potential real estate duties. It deals with financial, dividend T hi s c o u r s e t r ai n s s t u d e nt s to
investment deals in relation to their This course provides an understanding manage computer technology used
decisions and working capital
overall portfolio goals. of laws relating to ownership and use in corporate financial, investment
management.
Pre-requisite: FIN 4030 of property including contracts found and banking areas. Students will
Prerequisite: BUS 5010 and BUS 5020
Credit: 3 Units in the proper ty industr y (leasing, build knowledge of the leading-edge
Credit: 3 Units
transfer and valuation), land ownership applications of technology in financial
FIN 4220 Real Estate Investment and financing. Students are exposed FIN 6010 Investments service firms, such as electronic trading
Analysis to the realistic scenarios found in the
Study of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, systems, ATMS and security valuation
The purpose of the course is to impart proper ty industr y through use of software packages.
treasury and other government bonds,
knowledge to the learners on the established case law. Prerequisite: FIN 6000
gold and other commodities, real
options available in the financing of real Pre-requisite: BUS 3010 Credit: 3 Units
estate and collectibles.
estate ranging from owners capital, Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: FIN 6000
debt and collective investments. The FIN 6800 Seminar in Finance
FIN 4250 Real Estate Management Credit: 3 Units
course emphasizes on the analytical Seminar on special topics in finance
And Consultancy
evaluation of the financial options. A FIN 6030 International Financial Prerequisite: FIN 6000
discussion of the role of taxation in real This course prepares students to
Markets Credit: 3 Units
estate financing is also included manage real es tate proper t y. It
focuses on the unique management Examination of the implications of FIN 6850 A Finance Project I
Pre-requisite: FIN 4050
approaches used by commercial and the globalization of financial markets,
Credit: 3 Units The aim of this course is the
residential managers. The course financial instruments composition
FIN 4230 Real Estate Economics fur ther impar ts skills for in-depth of world bond and equity markets,
The course equips learners with skills decision making processes enabling foreign exchange markets, interest rate
(data collection) under supervision.
to evaluate the problems related to the students undertake consultancy and currency swaps, global interest
Proje c t p ro p o s al s may i nc lu d e
land use, the theory and analysis of assignments for clients. rates links, and cross currency and
librar y or empiric al research or
land rent, land evaluation, efficiency of Pre-requisite: FIN 4020 and BUS 4090 cross border arbitrages.
analysis and written report on the
land as a factor of production and the Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: FIN 6000
financial aspects of an appropriate

business organization (private, not Option Pricing Theory to the pricing
for profit organization or government of corporate liabilities, common
organization) stock, corporate bonds, mergers
Prerequisite BUS 6220 and acquisitions, leasing, capital
Credit: 3 units budgeting, international corporate
(Grading - Credit/No credit) finance and some of the most recent
advances in corporate finance.
FIN 6850 B Finance Project II Credit: 3 units
repor t writing and submission of FIN 7010 Seminar in Finance
approved projec t repor t under This seminar examines topics of current
super vision. Projects may include interes t among researcher s and
librar y or empiric al research or practitioners in the field of Finance to
analy sis and w r it te n re p or t o n reflect trends and developments in the
financial aspects of an appropriate discipline. It is centered around readings
business organization (private, not from recent ar ticles and recently-
for profit organization or government published books on the selected topics.
organization) The current academic research will be
covered in the areas of portfolio theory,
Prerequisite FIN 6850 A
equilibrium and arbitrage -based
Credit: 3 units
pricing models including CAPM, APT
(Grading: Letter Grade)
and option pricing models, efficient
FIN 7000 Corporate Finance market hypotheses, corporate hedging,
mergers and acquisitions, and financial
The course of fers a rigorous markets and Institutions development.
theoretical and practical treatment of Credit: 3 units
the major subject areas in corporate
finance: unanimity, agency theory,
management compensation, capital
structure, dividends, application of

GBM: Global Business and Management
GMB 6000 Managerial Finance focus on international management The course will expose participants financial markets. Additionally, the
A study of managerial mega-trends, and leadership challenges in global to what entrepreneurship takes in a course provides insight in to financial
concepts, theories and tools required strategy, the impor tance of cross startup context, and how integrative, arbitrage and the associated hedging
by financial managers to efficiently cultural awareness and understanding, entrepreneurial execution can be techniques available to the participants
and effectively conduct their financial global communications, and strategic successfully utilized in a variety of in international financial markets.
decision roles. These decisions are implementation of global strategies. career and work contexts. Credit: 3 Units
concer ned with the inves tment, T he co ur s e p rov id e s ha n d s - o n Credit: 3 Units
problem solving activities, augmented GMB 6050 Business Ethics and
financing, dividend and working capital
by case studies and individual research. GMB 6030 Accounting for Managers Governance
decisions. The course culminates
in demonstrating the reciprocal, Credit: 3 Units A study of the use of the interpretation A study of the legitimacy dimension
the symmetrical and asymmetrical and application of accounting data of environment serving organization
GMB 6020 Management of in cost analysis, planning, decision- output. Included are: impact of societal
relationships amongst the investment,
Entrepreneurial Ventures m a k i n g , c o n t r o l, p e r f o r m a n c e issues on management of environment
financing, dividend and working
capital decisions. The course provides This course is designed to provide measures and management reports. serving organizations; stakeholder
hands-on problem solving activities, the participant with an understanding T he co ur s e p rov id e s ha n d s - o n identification and analysis; ethical
augmented by case studies and of the linkage between the business problem solving activities, augmented issues in the relationship between
individual research e nviro nme nt an d new b usine s s by case studies and individual research. organizations and the environment;
Credit: 3 Units creation as well as learning the analytics Credits: 3 Units social responsibilit y strategy;
of venture management. In addition legitimacy strategy; and building
GMB 6010 Global Strategic to discussing the range of global GMB 6040 International Financial a socially responsive environment
Management entrepreneurial situations, students Markets ser ving organization. The course
A study of business, corporate, and will be exposed to a practicum of The course involves a study of the provides hands-on problem solving
global strategy – developing an managing and growing a new firm global financial markets and their activities, augmented by case studies
understanding of global strategy. through an understanding of the implications on the wealth creation and individual research.
This course is designed to provide context of entrepreneurship, start- p r o c e s s of t h e v a r io u s a c to r s . Credit: 3 Units
par ticipants with a working up and planning issues, organizing It examines the global financial
issues, leading and control issues, GMB 6060 Management of Creativity
understanding of the complexities landscape and infras truc ture as
hence an insight into the complex and Innovation
and challenges faced by firms doing the basis of appreciating the role
business globally. The course will tasks faced by entrepreneurs and and contribution of international This course is intended to help
managers of 4written business plan. organizations harness creativity to

add value to customers, firm and thinking; the nature of technology and the firm to become more effective and A study of the dynamics of
stakeholders alike. All organizations innovation; technological innovation efficient. t r a n s fo r m at io n l ea d e r s hi p i n a
face the growth imperative and need strategies and transfer; societal Credits: 3 units global environment. Included are:
to innovate continuously in order responsibility and technology; the the nature and charac teristics of
to stay ahead of the competition. interface between technology and GMB 6080 Global Strategic transactional and transformational
Innovation demands creative thinking. business strategies; environment Marketing leadership; relationships of power,
Yet, many organizations have come s er ving organiz ation c apabilit y A s t ud y of neces s ar y s k ills for au t ho r i t y a n d re s p o ns ib ili t y to
to the realization that one of the most for technological innovation; and effective global strategic marketing leadership effectiveness including
valuable assets they lack is creativity management of innovation projects. including analytical decision-making conflict management, ethics, decision
– both at an individual level and at an Prerequisite: GMB 6010 Global tools that applies to managerial making, risk propensity and change
organizational level. In this course, you Strategic Management aspects of the marketing functions introduction; dynamic relationship
will learn how to drive innovation by Credit: 3 Units a n d t a s k s . Em p ha s i s i s p lac e d between environment, leadership
generating creative solutions to the on the analy tic al and decision- style and change Catherine Kyotubungi
challenges of new product design and GMB 6070 Strategic Human strategies; the nature of change; and
making functions of managers in
positioning. Resource Management the relationships between power, and
the planning and implementation
You will learn tools to help you tackle A study of the theory and practice of of marketing strategies at all levels the roles of the change agent and the
almost any marketing challenge strategic human resource management of an organisation. Included are: (a) change manager. The course provides
more c reatively. Sup p or te d by (SHRM) in relation to the challenges and external and internal analyses for hands-on problem solving activities,
recent studies, this course reflects opportunities facing the firm in today’s business opportunities, (b) application augmented by case studies and
a completely dif ferent approach rapidly changing, globally oriented, of popular strategic options/models, individual research.
to creativity and is grounded in the and highly competitive environment. and (c) planning for market- and Credits: 3 Units
assumption that creative thinking is The course focuses on the formulation competitive-orientation. The course
not different from other cognitive of the human resource policy at the provides hands-on problem solving GMB 6220 Business Research
thinking and processes used in the strategic level. The course examines activities, augmented by case studies Seminar
best professional reasoning. typical functions of human resources and individual research. A study of research methodology
such as recruitment, selection, training, associated with various t ypes of
This course presents creativity, as a skill Credits: 3 Units
rewarding and others from a strategic projec ts and statistical analysis.
that can be acquired and improved
perspective. Specifically, it explores GMB 6090 Transformational Examines research planning and
by practice. Included are: creativity;
how the functions integrate with the Leadership implementation process including
systematic methodologies for creative
overall strategy of the firm in order for

identification of research problem and
formulation of research questions,
literature review, data collec tion
and data analysis methods, and
dissemination of research findings.
Also included is an emphasis on the
use of appropriate statistical package
to analyze descriptive and inferential
statistics.
Credits: 3 Units
GMB 6230 Global Experience

This course provides exposure to
timely issues in global business growth
and development. It also provides you
an invaluable asset of on-site learning,
and application of global business
concepts to real-life situations around
the world.
Credits: 3 Units

GSE: Global Social and Sustainable Enterprise
GSE 6010 Global Social and to recognize and analyze economic Prerequisites: GSE 6010 proposal, pilot study and field work
Sustainable Enterprise and institutional sources of social Credits: 3 Units (data collection) under supervision.
Global Social Sustainable Enterprise and environmental problems and Project proposals may include library
the transformation necessar y to GSE 6890 Project Practicum or empirical research or analysis
provides a critical introduction to the
pervasive sustainable global economic eliminate those underlying conditions During the Project Practicum, students and writ ten repor t on the social
challenges of our day: pover t y, with special attention to the role of expand upon their startup business entrepreneur ship aspec t s of an
environmental degradation, and public entrepreneurs in resolving market venture that provides a solution or appropriate business organization
health. Students examine the role of failures. solutions to the student’s chosen (private, not for profit organization or
innovation and entrepreneurship in Prerequisites: GSE 6010 global challenge. The fieldwork government organization)
private and public sector approaches. Credits: 3 Units involves research, implementation Prerequisite BUS 6220
planning, and hands-on experience Credit: 3 units
Students form themselves into teams GSE 6040 Sustainable Enterprise for student ventures. Students apply (Grading - Credit/No credit)
to start social business ventures to Funding and Evaluation classroom skills and knowledge to
tackle their chosen global challenge GSE 6850 B GSSE Project II
Sustainable Enterprise Funding and fieldwork involving enterprise creation
and find and implement business This course focuses on data analysis,
Evaluation delves into evaluation and business development while
solutions. repor t writing and submission of
and funding of triple bottom line demonstrating the ability to plan and
Prerequisites: None approved projec t repor t under
enterprises: people, planet, and execute a substantial project. The
Credits: 3 Units super vision. Final projec t s may
profit. During the courses, students final project will comprise extensive
will complete their business startup research on the industry and strategy include library or empirical research
GSE 6030 Development of Social
business plan that started in GSE from primary and secondary sources or analysis and written report on the
Sustainable Enterprises
6010 and continued into GSE 6030 put together into a thoroughly social entrepreneurship aspects of
Development of Social Sustainable an appropriate business organization
with added attention to their entity’s researched comprehensive business
Enterprise focuses on the (private, not for profit organization or
approach to evaluation and funding. plan.
development and management of the government organization)
Students learn how to finance new Prerequisites:BUS6220, GSE 6040
early stage new ventures that students Prerequisite GSE 6850 A
business startups and the financial previously or concurrently
formed in GSE 6010. Students create Credit: 3 units
consequences of various business Credits: 3 Units
a business plan for their business (Grading: Letter Grade)
model choices for new ventures
startups and further examine social GSE 6850 A GSSE Project I
and, inasmuch, create appropriate
entrepreneurship and sustainable The aim of this course is the
fundraising strategies for social and
business strategies. Students learn development of a cogent project
sustainable ventures.

HRM: Hotel and Restaurant Management
HRM 1020 Kitchen Organization and consumers, the rights of the employees environment and an understanding of will be included to ensure students
Food Knowledge in the organization and the rights of the preventive maintenance practices. gain an overall knowledge of running
Introduces students to the owners of the organization. Prerequisite: HRT 1010 and servicing a bar operation.
development of culinary practices Prerequisite: BUS 3010 Credits: 3 Units Prerequisites: HRT1010 & HRM3020
exposing them to effective kitchen Credits: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
organization, equipment and their HRM 3030 Environmental
uses, knowledge of various foods and HRM 3020 Catering Management Management for Hotels
their quality specifications, and how This course concentrates on the Focuses on hotel environment al HRM 3040 Hygiene and Nutrition
such foods should be handled and understanding of food and beverages systems, material and waste This course covers personal hygiene,
stored before the production process. and how they should be served. It management, and energy and water food hygiene, and sanitation. It
Credit: 3 Units requires a good understanding of the conservation in hotels. Also covers includes handling and storage of
different types of cookery, cutlery, indoor environmental management, foodstuffs, processing of foodstuffs,
HRM 3010 Food and Beverage Cost glassware and silverware and how pesticides and herbicides, and how to the nutritional values of foods and
Control they should be set on the table given deal with hazardous materials. related diseases.
Equips the s tudent s with the sample menus. The student will also Prerequisite: HRT 1010 Prerequisite: HRT 1010
knowledge and skills that will enable learn the different service styles, and Credits: 3 Units Credits: 3 Units
t he m to inte r p ret a n d p rov id e functions.
solutions to food and beverage control Prerequisites: HRT1010 and HRM1020 HRM 3035 Beverage and Bar Service HRM 3045 Advanced Food
problems. Management Production
Credits: 3 Units
Prerequisite: HRT1010 This course deals with the This is course prepares students to
Credit: 3 Units HRM 3025 Physical Plant management of beverages within effectively work in various types of
Development and Maintenance the hospitality industry context. The Kitchens. Students learn how to plan,
HRM 3015 Hotel and Catering Law
Makes the s tudent s appreciate course provides students with a history cost and prepare a wide variety of
An introduction to the laws of Kenya, of beverages within the industry as well
the impor t ance of k nowing the dishes under hygienic conditions.
Hotel and Catering Law, consumer as knowledge of products, facilities,
physical layout of catering units, During training the students undergo
protection, law of contract, labour laws regulations and mixology. Students will
management of sewer systems and extensive practical training at Safari
and industrial relations. Enlightens the gain knowledge of the wine industry
plumbing systems, utilities and other park Hotel The course also includes
students on the rights of the hospitality vilification methods, spirits, along with
equipment. Gives ideas on hotel/ a compulsory 60 hour attachment at
organizations, the right s of the bar service including alcoholic and
catering operations in relation to the Safari park Hotel.
non-alcoholic beverages. Barista skills

HRT: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Prerequisite: HRT1010, HRM1020 & HRM 4015 Food and Beverage guest check-in and checkout, posting HRT 1010 Introduction to Hospitality
HRT2010 Management of charges, settlement management, and Tourism Management
Credit: 3 Units An advanced course that covers and room status management in An overview of the hotel, restaurant,
all aspects of food and beverage a hotel, end of the day auditing, and tourism industries; their historical
HRM 3050 Hotel and Restaurant guest history, ledger management,
management, including: Management development, scope and present-day
Managerial Accounting and Finance credit accounts and generation of
of quality, the service and its marketing; structures. One historical description
The application of accounting and management reports.
financial aspects, purchasing process, of hospitality is the obligations people
finance principles to the hospitality Prerequisite: IST1010, HRM 4020
preparation methods and control have to treat strangers with dignity,
industry; special purpose journals and Credit: 3 Units
systems. to feed them and provide them with
ledgers, analysis and interpretation
Prerequisite: HRM 3020 drinks, and to protect their safety.
of financial statements, ratio analysis, HRM 4030 Housekeeping and
Credits: 3 Units As the world becomes increasingly
internal control and cost management. Laundry Management
aware of its vast diversity, this “spirit
Prerequisite: ACT 1010 HRM 4020 Front Office Management Provides students with the basics of hospitalit y” seems especially
Credits: 3 Units of housekeeping and laundr y important. Welcome to Introduction
Designed to cover the organization
organization charts in different hotels, to Hospitality!
of dif ferent hotels’ f ront of fice
HRM 4010 Restaurant Development standards and working procedures
depar tment; the duties and the Credits: 3 Units
and Operations of the housekeeping and laundr y
responsibilities of the front office
Provides students with the depar tments, room status control HRT 2010 Food Production
p e r s o n n e l; v ar io u s f ro nt of f ic e
fundamentals of restaurant concept systems, purchasing procedures of A n int ro d uc tio n to co mmercial
equipment and records; various
development to enable them plan and housekeeping and laundry equipment f o o d p r e p a r a t i o n, f o o d s a f e t y
reservation systems and the check-in,
develop an integrated approach for a and materials and their inventor y and sanitation, standard product
check-out procedures. It also covers
“new restaurant” concept. Enables the procedures. identification, storage and supervisory
the different communication systems in
students to review and integrate the Prerequisite: HRT1010 techniques in the area of large scale
the hotels.
key elements of a successful restaurant Credits: 3 Units food production.
Prerequisite: HRT 1010
start-up, including; concept, marketing Prerequisite: HRT 1010
Credits: 3 Units
plans, financial projections, menu, Credit: 3 Units
equipment, and human resources. HRM 4025 Hotel Information
Prerequisite: HRT 1010 Systems
Credit: 3 Units
Covers the reservation procedures,

HRT 3010 Conventions and Meeting airline, res taurant or healthcare
Management institution for experience in the
The management of conventions p r a c t i c a l a p p li c a t i o n of h ot e l,
and meetings is examined from both restaurant and tourism management.
the clients’ and meeting planners’ A range of 200 - 400 hours required
per s pec tive. The oper ations of depending on the organization.
c o nve nt i o n s a n d m e e t i n g s a r e Prerequisite: Students must be seniors.
analy zed from the sale to post- Credit: 3 Units
convention review.
Prerequisite: HRT 1010
Credits: 3 Units
HRT 4900 Hotel, Restaurant and

Tourism Project
Interdependent study under the
direction of a faculty advisor. The
projec t s may include libr ar y or
empirical research or analysis and
written report on the management
aspects of an appropriate organization
(hotel, airline, restaurant or healthcare
institution).
Prerequisite: Senior standing
Credit: 3 Units
HRT 4910 Hotel, Restaurant and

Tourism Internship
Directed internship in hospitality or
tourism organization such as hotel,

IBA: International Business Administration
IBA 4010 International Business agreements. Includes analysis IBA 4950 International Senior Project IBA 6020 Transnational Strategic
Operations international finance and capital flows. Independent study under the Management
Intro duc tion to wor ld b usines s Prerequisite: ECO 1020; FIN 3010; IBA direction of a faculty member. Projects Addition of new transnational
environments, financial transactions, 4010 may include librar y or empirical dimensions to the core technology
and international marketing. The Credit: 3 Units research, analysis and written report of strategic management. Included
role of the multinational enterprise is on the management aspects of an are: the transnational environment;
IBA 4910 International Business
explored, including emerging trends appropriate international business aggres sivenes s of tr ansnational
Internship
and issues related to international organization (private firm, government strategy; responsiveness of
management. Directed internship in a private firm, agency, not-for-profit organization). transnational general management
Prerequisite: MKT 3010; FIN 3010 a not-for profit organization or a Prerequisite: IBA 4010 or Senior capabilit y; responsiveness of
Credit: 3 Units government agency for experience Standing transnational functional capability;
i n t h e p r ac t ic al a p p lic at io n of Credit: 3 Units and strategy issues in transnational
IBA 4020 International Economics international business. A range of 200 environment s such as s tr ategic
and Trade – 4000 hours required depending on i n f o r m a t i o n, s o c i e t a l s t r a t e g y,
Study of open and closed economies, the organization. technology, and competitive strategy.
trade regimes, and regional trade Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: BUS 6020
Credit: 3 Units
LED: Leadership
LED 7000 Strategic Leadership and application from the individual and
The first is the nature of leadership leaders make decisions and solve
Change Management organizational perspective to conduct
examining examples of leadership problems.
This course examines the style and decision making. The second Credit: 3 Units doctoral research and/or participate in
environmental forces and processes covers the linkages and differences leadership activities. The workplace is
influencing organizational change between leadership and management. LED 7010 Seminar in Leadership and analyzed for its adaptation to manage
and how these influences af fec t The third profiles leaders and the Change Management change, define its culture, utilize group
the strategies, struc tures and c har ac ter is tic s as s o ciate d w it h This course focuses on the theoretical dynamics and team building, integrate
contexts within which contemporary leadership. The course deals with and prac tical use of Leadership Leadership practices and theories, and
organizations operate. It examines topics as varied as leadership styles, and agents of change. The course create leadership potential.
leadership from three perspectives. good and bad leadership, and how provides students with theory and Credit: 3 Units

HLM: Health Leadership and Management)
MBH 6010 Organizational Theory in evaluation. The course also explores MBH 6040 Health Management MBH 6070 Strategic Human Resource
the Health Sector grant writing and fundraising Information Systems Management
This course examines individual and strategies including: grant writing The rationale of this course is to provide A study of the theory and practice of
group behavior in organizations and requirements; identifying fundraising students with the ability to define strategic human resource management
organizational processes. Topics needs and goals; and designing operational and strategic objectives (SHRM) in relation to the challenges
include; organizational behavior effective fundraising programs. The for health ser vices management, and opportunities facing the firm in
theories and approaches; diversity course emphasizes hands on approach information systems and to guide today’s rapidly changing, globally
and management across cultures; through case study analysis and the design of systems to meet those oriented, and highly competitive
group dynamic s and teamwor k; projects of practical nature. objectives. Par ticular emphasis is environment.
decision making proces ses and placed upon the operational planning The course focuses on the formulation
MBH 6030 Health Service Delivery
approaches; effective communication; and design of systems (including of the human resource policy at the
and Customer Care
organizational planned change; understanding of the hardware, strategic level. The course examines
work life balance and social Health Service delivery and customer sof t ware and communication typical functions of human resources
entrepreneurship .The course provides care builds upon marketing principles needs), and the proper integration such as recruitment, selection, training,
han d s - o n diag nos tic ac tivitie s, i n t h e i n t r o d u c t o r y m a r ke t i n g interpretation and utilization of rewarding and others from a strategic
augmented by case studies and units. While the philosophies and processed information for program perspective. Specifically, it explores
individual research. Emphasis is placed s t r ate gie s of g o o d s mar ket i ng management purposes. Software for how the functions integrate with the
on practical application. apply also to ser vices marketing, clinical data collection, storage and overall strategy of the firm in order for
the nature of services results in the patient management (including the the firm to become more effective and
MBH 6020 Project Management and need to acknowledge the special maintenance of confidentiality) will be efficient.
Fund Raising characteristics of services and the addressed using analytical thinking to Credits: 3 units
The course provides over view of implic ations for mar keting and evaluate both software and hardware
project management, proposal writing customer care strategy formulation. choices. Moreover a managerial MBH 6080 Research Methods in
and fundraising strategies in profit and The objec tive of this unit is to perspective will be used to include Health Management
non-profit organizations. The course arm students with the knowledge HMIS projects management as well as This course explores typical problems
focuses on the essential elements of necessary to design and implement ethics, security and privacy issues in including identification and definition
project management and project life successful health services marketing HMIS. of research problems, techniques
cycle including: project identification, strategies.
of data collec tion and analysis,
p l a n n i n g, i m p l e m e n t a t i o n a n d ex p er ime nt al d e sig n, s cie ntif ic

MGT: Management
thinking, design of research sources, MBH 6850 B Health Management MGT 3010 Overview of Management MGT 4020 Organizations and
data collection, statistical analysis, and Project II Practice Organizational Behavior
ethics in research. This course focuses on data analysis, Examination of management Introduction to the concept of the
The main objective of this course is to repor t writing and submission of processes, structure and behavior, business entity as an environment
equip students with skills, knowledge approved projec t repor t under focusing on the changing nature of ser ving organization (ESO) with
and tools for scientific investigation supervision. Final projects may include management in response to turbulent economic and social responsibilities;
and d e cisio n - mak ing in Healt h library or empirical research or analysis internal and external environments; explores organization struc tures,
Management. and written report on the leadership/ various theories are integrated into systems, staffing and management
management /finance/marketing/ applied dimensions of successful processes; covers theoretical and
MBH 6850 A Health Management business practices; emphasis on global applied as pec t s of behavior in
entrepreneur ship aspec t s of an
Project I management perspectives. (WI) organizations, including organizational
appropriate organization (private, not
The aim of this course is the for profit organization or government Prerequisite: BUS 1010 change and development.
development of a cogent project organization) Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: MGT 3010
proposal, pilot study and field work Prerequisite MBH 6850 A Credit: 3 Units
(data collection) under supervision MGT 4010 Dimensions of Leadership
Credit: 3 units
Project proposals may include library and Management MGT 4030 Cross-Cultural
(Grading: Letter Grade)
or empirical research or analysis and Multidisciplinary perspectives on the Management
written repor t on the leadership/ role of leadership and management in E xamines the challenges and
management /finance/marketing/ society; review of the differences and opportunities of managing cultural
entrepreneur ship aspec t s of an similarities between leadership and d i ve r s i t y i n o r g a niz at io n s w i t h
appropriate organization (private, not managerial mindsets and behavior; e m p ha s i s o n t h e t r a n s nat io nal
for profit organization or government the theoretical and applied aspects of enterprise; introduces phenomena
organization) leadership and management in social, of globaliz ation, culture and
Prerequisite GMB 6220 cultural, and organizational contexts; organizational cultures, and cultural
Credit: 3 units the motivation of people and the role s y nerg y; develops interc ult ur al
(Grading is Credit/No credit) leaders and managers play in creating awareness and strategies for hedging
quality of work life and enhanced cultural gaps.
productivity. Prerequisite: MGT 3010
Prerequisite: MGT 3010 Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units

MGT 4040 Human Resource MGT 6010 Human Resource the role and structure of HRD function; regulations regarding employment,
Management Management employee training, education, and labour disputes, compensations,
A s tud y of t he t heoretic al and A study of the theory and practice of development; systematic approach wages, retirement benefit s, and
practical aspects of human resource human resource management in relation to training process including needs industrial training.
management including job analysis to the challenges and opportunities assessment, planning, implementation Prerequisite: MGT 6010
and design, recruiting, retention, facing the firm in today’s rapidly and evaluation; training methods and Credit: 3 Units
training, appraisal, and compensation changing, globally oriented, and highly techniques; adult learning process and
MGT 6850 A Management Project I
systems and employee health and competitive environment. The course principles; costing training programs
safety; emphasis on contemporary focuses on strengthening employee- and ser vices. Also included is an
issues such as changing governmental management relations and creating a emphasis on contemporary issues in
and legal requirements, increasing productive work environment. Major HRD such as increased globalization
demands for more highly skilled topics covered include job analysis, and development of a lear ning
Project proposals may include library
workers and international competition. staffing, training and development, organization.
or empirical research or analysis
Prerequisite: MGT 3010 performance appraisal, compensation Prerequisite: MGT 6010
and written repor t on the human
Credit: 3 Units management, labour relations, Credit: 3 Units
resource management aspects of an
workplace safety and health. Also
MGT 4050 Total Quality MGT 6030 Labour Relations appropriate business organization
included is a discussion on managing
Management Management (private, not for profit organization or
human resources in an international
A study of philosophical and A s t ud y of t he t heoretic al and government organization)
business.
conceptual approaches to quality practical aspects of labour relations Prerequisite BUS 6220
management espoused by leading management in a changing business Credit: 3 units
Credit: 3 Units
theorist s and prac titioners such e nv i r o n m e n t i n c l u d i n g f a c t o r s (Grading - Credit/No credit)
as Demming, Juran, and Crosby. MGT 6020 Human Resource influencing ef fec tive employee - MGT 6850 B Management Project II
Practical aspects of TQM theor y, Development management relationships, the role of This course focuses on data analysis,
and an introduction to a framework T he co ur s e ex amine s ef fe c tive labour unions; collective bargaining repor t writing and submission of
for developing, implementing, and human resource development (HRD) process; conflict management and approved projec t repor t under
continuously improving upon an practices as a key factor in today’s negotiation; employee discipline supervision. Final projects may include
organizational quality culture. dynamic and competitive business and counselling. Also included is library or empirical research or analysis
Prerequisite: MGT 3010 environment. Topics covered include an emphasis on labour laws and and written repor t on the human
Credit: 3 Units

MKT: Marketing
resource management aspects of an MGT 7010 Seminar in Strategic MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing product planning, and international
appropriate business organization Management An introduction to the study of the selling and advertising. The various
(private, not for profit organization or This course is designed to study marketing function in the business concepts are integrated through
government organization) strategy and related issues that affect enterprise. A study is made of market the development of a complete
Prerequisite MGT 6850 A the success of the entire organization. segmentation and the creation of international plan for the marketing of
Credit: 3 units This course introduces the theory and market demand to serve profitably the a product in another country.
(Grading: Letter Grade) tools of critical and effective strategic needs of customers. The key elements Prerequisite: MKT 3010
analysis, and thinking. It concentrates in marketing strategy are studied Credit: 3 Units
MGT 7000 Global Strategic on current theoretical and empirical - product planning and promotion -
management MKT 4020 Marketing Research
research relating to emerging areas of with customers and competitors as
This course examines new knowledge in the strategic management dominant reference points. (ILI, WI) E xamines mar keting research
Prerequisite: BUS 1010 infor matio n as an infor matio n -
transnational dimensions to the core field. It reflects the emphasis of current
Credit: 3 Units providing activity for the purpose
technology of strategic management research on strategic and organizational
of management decision making.
a n d inc lu d e s t he t r a ns nat io nal phenomena.
MKT 3020 Marketing Information Provides an understanding of what
environment; aggres sivenes s of Credit: 3 Units
Systems marketing research is, what kinds of
transnational strategy; responsiveness
This course equips the students to information it can provide, and how it
of transnational general management is used by marketing managers.
understand marketing projects and
capabilit y; responsiveness of Prerequisite: MTH 2210, MKT 3010
functions using computer technology.
transnational functional capability; Credit: 3 Units
The s tudent s are introduced to
and strategy issues in transnational
marketing decision support systems for
environment s such as s tr ategic MKT 4030 Marketing
tasks as product pricing, distribution
i n f o r m a t i o n, s o c i e t a l s t r a t e g y, choices, promotion planning. Communications and Buyer Behavior
technology and competitive strategy. Examines methods that organizations
Prerequisites: IST 2040 and MKT 3010
Credit: 3 Units use to communicate with
Credit: 3 Units
customers and prospects, including
MKT 4010 International Marketing per sonal selling, adver tising,
An analysis of key inter national sales promotion, public relations,
marketing activities and functions. and ot her for ms of promotion.
To p i c s i n c l u d e e n v i r o n m e n t a l Evaluates the char ac teris tic s of
constraints, exporting, international

each form of promotion in varying MKT 6000 Managerial Marketing
marketing situations for formulating Focuses on the necessary skills to be
communications strategies and tactics. an effective global marketing manager
Prerequisite: MKT 3010 including analytical decision-making tools
Credit: 3 Units that apply to managerial aspects of the
marketing functions and tasks. The course
MKT 4040 Global Marketing
will address the skills needed to be a
Strategy
persuasive oral and written communicator
Investigates marketing techniques of corporate marketing information
and programs as developed and Prerequisite: BUS 5030
implemented on an international scale. Credit: 3 Units
Evaluates international marketing
strategies, special goals, and decision- MKT 6010 Marketing
making processes that are part of Communications Strategy
marketing internationally. E x a mi nat io n of s t r ate gie s t hat
Prerequisite: MKT 3010 organizations use to communicate
Credit: 3 Units wit h c us tomer s and pros p ec t s,
including personal selling, advertising,
MKT 4050 Services Marketing
sales promotion, public relations, and
An examination of the unique aspects of other forms of promotion. Focuses on
services. Study of the role of the marketing managerial aspects of communications
manager and the service/sales team’s design, development, and appraisal,
responsibility to develop and implement and on decisions made to stimulate
market plans as part of the corporation’s demand and develop total marketing
strategic and operational plan. communications programs.
Prerequisite: MKT 3010 Prerequisite: MKT 6000

MKT 6020 Marketing Research designing the marketing information and written report on the marketing
Examination of marketing research systems to leverage company wide aspec ts marketing aspec ts of an
information as an information data from other functional areas in appropriate business organization
providing activity for the purpose order to efficiently create competitive (private, not for profit organization or
of management decision making, advantage. government organization)
alternative research designs and their Prerequisites: BUS 5080; MKT 6000 Prerequisite MKT 6850 A
relative strengths and weaknesses; Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 units
and the major types of measurement (Grading: Letter Grade)
MKT 6850 A Project I
techniques and dat a collec tion
methods.
Prerequisites: BUS 5090; MKT 6000
Credit: 3 Units
MKT 6040 Global Marketing Strategy Proje c t p ro p o s al s may i nc lu d e
librar y or empiric al research or
Investigation of marketing techniques
analysis and written report on the
and programs as developed and
marketing aspects of an appropriate
implemented on a global scale, the
business organization (private, not
extent of standardization of marketing
for profit organization or government
programs across several countries;
organization)
and the selection of appropriate entry
Prerequisite BUS 6220
strategies for foreign markets.
Credit: 3 units
Prerequisites: BUS 5080; MKT 6000
(Grading- Credit/No credit)
Credit: 3 Units
MKT 6850 B Project II
MKT 6050 Information Systems
Applications in Marketing
repor t writing and submission of
The course covers various aspects approved projec t repor t under
of designing information systems so supervision. Final projects may include
as to make marketing decisions. It library or empirical research or analysis
also covers aspects of planning and

MOD: Master of Science in Organizational Development
MOD 6000 Managerial Accounting This course explores the issues of Management of Change turbulent environments including
for Non Accountants defining corporate mission, objectives, transformation leadership, strategic
A study of the dynamics of
and goals. Participants focus on the leadership, culture, values and ethics;
The study of managerial accounting t r a n s f o r m a t i o n l e a d e r s hi p a n d
analysis of the firm’s external and and strategic management of change.
principles including foundations of management of change in environment
internal environment to identify and The course focuses on individuals
accounting and managerial uses serving organizations. Included are:
create competitive advantage in a as leaders, team leadership and
of accounting data in cost analysis, the nature and charac teristics of
global context. The course emphasizes organizational leadership and also on
planning, decision-making, control transactional and transformational
the cultural, ethical, political, and the management of Boards, ethical
and performance measures. leadership; relationships of power,
regulatory issues faces any global orientation in management, and
Credit: 3 Units au t hor it y and re s p o nsibilit y to
b u s i n e s s e nv i r o n m e nt a n d t h e culture. Credit: 3 Units
leadership effectiveness including
MOD 6010 Organizational Theory need for leadership for a successful conflict management, ethics, decision MOD 6040 Strategic Human
and Behavior management of strategic change. making, risk propensity and change Resource Management
Inquiry into individual behavior in Credit: 3 Units introduction; dynamic relationship
A study of the theory and practice
organizations, group dynamics in between environment, leadership style
MOD 6225 Organizational of strategic human resource
organizations and organizational and change strategies; the nature of
Development Research Statistics management in relation to t he
processes. Topics include organization change; and the relationships between
This course has three objectives: to challenges and opportunities facing
behavior theories and approaches; power, and the roles of the change
bridge the gap between the MBA core organizations in today’s rapidly
diversity and management across agent and the change manager. The
and more advanced statistical methods changing, globally oriented, and highly
cultures; individual differences and course provides hands-on problem
courses, to cover applied aspects of competitive environment. The course
values; group dynamics and decision solving activities, augmented by case
the multiple regression model, and focuses on key aspects of managing
making; leadership and ef fective studies and individual research.
to learn effective communication of human resources in domestic
communication; and organizational Credit: 3 Units
statistical analysis. Emphasis will be and multinational organizations,
c h a n g e; p r a c t i c a l a p p l i c a t i o n,
on applying this material in managerial MOD 6035 Organizational emphasizing the link between human
individual research and case studies
settings, rather than the underlying Leadership & Ethics resource policies and practices and
are emphasized.
mathematics, so all techniques will be The course provides an in-depth organizational strategy. Topics include
Credit: 3 Units
illustrated with applications. study and analysis of corporate human resource planning, job analysis,
MOD 6020 Strategic Management in Credit: 3 Units governance. The course focuses on s taf fing, the legal environment,
Profit and Non-Profit Organizations the key aspects involved in steering training, per formance appraisal,
MOD 6030 Leadership and organizations forward in dynamic/ compensation, employment relations,

health and safety, labour relations, include: project char ter, network Addresses the development and sectors. It explores practical dispute
and recent developments and future diagramming, scope management, implementation of corporate social resolution processes and procedures
trends. s t akeholder identific ation, cos t responsibility strategies and programs in the context of transformational
Credit: 3 Units management and scheduling. in multicultural environments. and situational leadership. Skills
The course will explore fundraising Credit: 3 Units are developed to enhance analysis
MOD 6045 Organization of complex conflic t and dispute
and grant writing knowledge including
Development Economics MOD 6070 Organization situations. Conflict resolution policies
but not limited to the following:
The purpose of this course is to Development and Consulting and procedure formulation in an
identifying fundraising needs and
expose the learner to the decision goals; designing a viable fundraising The course provides over view of organization are also discussed.
making processes in organizations p r o g r a m ( c a m p a i g n); c r e a t i v e organizational development (OD) as Credit : 3 Units
by equipping them with skills and fundraising activities; grant writing; a planned process of change and the
knowledge which prepare and enable role of OD practitioner or consultant as MOD 6080 Business Analysis
understanding grant requirements
them to effectively undertake decision- and their relationship to the non-profit a change agent. It focuses on the major The course provides a critical view
making at managerial level. It is an organizations. elements of OD process including of organizational processes and
applied economics course designed Credit: 3 Units entr y and contracting, diagnosis, strategies in the present and future
to explore widely accepted theories action planning, inter vention and by use of analytical techniques such
about organizational activities. MOD 6060 Business Ethics and ev al u at io n. H eav y e m p ha s i s i s as forecasting, financial and gap
Credit: 3 Units Corporate Social Responsibility placed on diagnosis and diagnostic analysis. Using case studies, the course
The course examines the relationship techniques as well as OD interventions presents the multi-disciplinary view
MOD 6050 Program Management including human process, techno of the organization with an emphasis
of values, ethics and corporate social
and Fundraising s tr uc tur al, and human resource on problem identification, solving
responsibilit y within the global
T his co ur s e is mea nt to e q uip business environment and the ability management inter ventions. The and implementation of the identified
students with program management, of leaders and managers to respond course provides is hands-on diagnostic solutions.
fundraising and proposal writing ef fectively to society and ethical activities, augmented by case studies Credit: 3 Units
strategies in non-profit organization. issues. Included are: the dimensions of and individual research.
The course will introduce students to Credit: 3 Units MOD 6220 Organization
culture and ethical behavior; corporate
the essentials of project management Development Research Methods
social responsibilit y models and
and the project life cycle including MOD 6075 Conflict Management The course is designed to review
approaches; arguments for and against
projec t identification, planning, corporate social responsibility; codes This course focuses on managing research methodology associated with
implementation and evaluation. Topics of ethics and governance structures. disputes in the profit and nonprofit various types of projects and statistical

analysis. Examines research planning multiple regression model. Topics Prerequisite MOD 6220
and implementation process including, include model formulation and Credit: 3 units
identification of research problem and assumptions, residual analysis, (Grading - Credit/No credit)
formulation of research questions,
d i a g n o s t i c s , t r a n s f o r m a t i o n, MOD 6850 B Organizational
literature review, data collection and data
model selection, collinearity and Development Project II
analysis methods, and dissemination of
inference. Emphasis will be on
research findings. Emphasis is placed This course focuses on data analysis,
applying this material in managerial
on action research, survey, and case repor t writing and submission of
settings, rather than the underlying
study research designs and evaluations approved projec t repor t under
methods. Also included is an emphasis on mathematics, so all techniques will
supervision. Final projects may include
the use of appropriate statistical package be illustrated with applications.
library or empirical research or analysis
to analyze descriptive and inferential Computations will be done primarily
and written report on the leadership/
statistics. The major objective is to with Microsoft Excel and SPSS.
management /finance/marketing/
develop a project proposal on a relevant Credit (3 Units) entrepreneur ship aspec t s of an
organizational development topic. appropriate business organization
Credit: 3 Units MOD 6850 A Organizational
(private, not-for-profit or government
Development Project I
organization)
MOD 6225 Organizational
The aim of this course is the Prerequisite MOD 6850 A
Development Research Statistics
development of a cogent project Credit: 3 units
This course has three objectives: to proposal, pilot study and field work (Grading: Letter Grade)
bridge the gap between the MBA core (data collection) under supervision.
and more advanced statistical methods Projec t proposals may include
courses, to cover applied aspects of library or empirical research or
the multiple regression model, and analysis and written report on the
to learn effective communication of leadership/management/finance/
statistical analysis. The course begins m a r k e t i n g /e n t r e p r e n e u r s h i p
with a review of descriptive statistics, aspects of an appropriate business
hypothesis testing and confidence organization (private, not-for-profit
intervals, and then focuses on the or government organization)

TOU: Tourism (Teach Out)
TOU 2020 Tourism and the easier, more efficient and rewarding. concept through its final operation. Credits: 3 Units
Environment Abacus, Amedeus, Apollo, Marsha and Researching writing, packaging and
Sabre reservations systems will also be marketing a variety of travel itineraries TOU 3030 Tour Planning and Costing
The course covers the relationship
between tourism and the environment. covered. and tours, including special interest This course exposes the student to
It looks into both the benefits and the Pre-requisite: HRT 1010 and IST 1010 tours will be covered. Students will automated tour planning and costing
costs of tourism development upon Credits: 3 Units also learn operational management using a computerized tour operations
the environment. The course further of tourism facilities. These include system. Specifically, the student will
TOU 2055 International Fares and
highlights the relationships between the components of attractions and learn how to source and package
Ticketing
tourism and sustainable development accommodation management. dif ferent t ypes of tours, provide
Provides students with prac tical Evaluation of the service concept as it accurate quotations, protec ting
of tourism. With use of case studies
k nowle dge nee d e d to p er for m applies to the tourism and hospitality margins, increase company sales, and
both international and local, the
routine duties related to the sale of industry will be done. use different distribution channels to
impacts of tourism on the environment
international air travel. The students Pre-requisite HRT 1010 market the tours. The student will also
will be highlighted.
learn the step-by-step procedures for Credits: 3 Units explain the various tour conditions
Credits: 3 Units
calculating normal one way, round, such as cancellations and refund
TOU 2050 Travel Reservations circle and special fares, and for issuing TOU 3020 International Travel and
policies, limitations to liability, and
Systems both manual and automated tickets. Tourism
supplier reservations procedures.
The course provides a new world in Pre-requisite: HRT 1010 and TOU 2050 An overview of the international travel Prerequisite: TOU 3010
which the student explores, learns and Credits: 3 Units and tourism industry, its historical Credit: 3 Units
applies skills used in airline, hotels, development, and scope and present
TOU 3010 Travel Products and
restaurants and car hire and travel day structures. International travel TOU 3040 Automated Fares &
Facilities Management
agency operations. Students will takes place when a tourist crosses a Ticketing
An introduction to travel and tourism national boundary while tourism is a
be exposed to the use of First Class This course provides exposes the
operations. Students will learn various broad term, which focuses on travelers
Galileo Computer Reservation System student to automated fares and
methods and techniques used in away from home and on all the services
(CRS), which is full –featured, computer t ic ket ing u s ing a GDS s y s te m.
devising travel itineraries, and how to they utilize. This course analyzes
based training system. Galileo is Specifically, the student will learn how
carry out an effective tour. This involves the dif ferent t ypes of produc t s
carefully designed to meet the needs to issue electronic tickets, plan airline
developing a practical knowledge of and services offered in the tourism
of the student by providing the tools, itineraries, and MIR’s in a working
how to design and develop effective business.
capabilities, and the latest technology environment. The module covers
tourism produc t from the initial Pre-requisite: HRT 1010
to make reservation system training electronic ticketing; itinerary printing;

ticket and itinerar y stock records TOU 4015 Wildlife Conservation, services. Passenger baggage and its discussed. Also included in the course
and electronic reporting to BSP. In Development and Management handling procedures, international are tour office organization and tour
addition, the course offers the student This is an advanced course which travel regulations and formalities are marketing procedures.
the ability to handle information using exposes the students to wildlife also covered. Pre-requisite HRT 1010
back-office systems in a travel agency ma nag e me nt a n d co ns e r v at io n Pre-requisite HRT 1010 Credits: 3 Units
using the Galileo MIR issues in Kenya and Africa. It involves Credits: 3 Units
TOU 4040 Tourism Planning and
Prerequisite: TOU 2050 and TOU 2055 examination of current ecological TOU 4030 Tourism Economics Development
Credit: 3 Units problems in details and the need
Develop knowledge of the concepts Reviews the definition and history
TOU 3050 Travel Operations for conservation. The issues raised
and methods useful in the application if tourism. The factors that make
Management will include the development of the
of economic principles to the tourism up tourism are outlined. The goals
park system and its contribution to
Provides students with an industry. The course provides a review of tourism are then looked at from
conservation. The present challenges
understanding of management issues of the economic aspects of tourism, the perspective of the tourist, the
of the park system are further explored
pertaining to the establishment and including tourism demand and supply, destination and the community. The
and attempts at resolving these are
operations of a travel agency, travel pricing, equilibrium in tourism markets. benefits of developing tourism, the
discussed. Community involvement
agency licensing, IATA accreditation It also examines the effects of tourism pitfalls to avoid and the methods
and participation in conservation and
and financial management issues. growth on national economies, the used to collect data as a basis of
the natural resource tenure will be
The course also introduces tourist multiplier effects and the effects of planning tourism are discussed. A
examined.
regions of the world. Travel Operations tourism on the balance of payments. step-by-step process for developing
Pre-requisite: HRT 1010
Management presents management Pre-requisite ECO 1010 and ECO 1020 a destination and means to set up and
Credits: 3 Units
skills indispensible in the operation Credits: 3 Units fund a system for organizing tourism
of a profitable and successful travel TOU 4025 Travel Agency Operations at community level are laid out. The
TOU 4035 Tour Operations
agency. It provides a detailed and Techniques role of both national government and
Techniques
precise look at the responsibilities Review s t he dif fere nt t y p e s of private sector in tourism marketing is
associated with being a travel agency Introduces students to tour operations examined. Finally, the future of tourism
transportation available to tourists
manager. as is applicable to the travel and is discussed.
an d s ol d by t r avel co m p anie s,
Pre-requisite HRT1010 tourism industr y. Tour circuits in Pre-requisite HRT 1010 and TOU 4015
accommodations and ancillary tourist
Credits: 3 Units East Africa, communications with Credits: 3 Units
services. Sales techniques ad related
travel agents, car hire firms and
to the travel industry are outlined
client handling procedures are also
and so do aircraft types and in-flight

TOU 4055 Cultural and Heritage organization (hotel, airline, restaurant
Tourism Development or a healthcare institution).
Focuses specifically on the aspects Pre-requisite Senior Standing
of culture, heritage and their Credits: 3 Units
conservation as well as heritage TOU 4910 Tourism Management
resource management as critical Internship
sectors of development within a
Directed internship in a hospitality
society and the economy. Local
or tourism organization such as
issues are examined within a global
hotel, airline, restaurant or in a
context, and the identification,
healthcare institution for experience
maintenance and sustainability of
in the practical application of tourism
living heritage as well as historical
management. A range of 200-400
resources are emphasized.
hours required depending on the
Pre-requisite HRT 1010
organization.
Credits: 3 Units
Pre-requisite Senior Standing
TOU 4900 Tourism Management Credits: 3 Units
Project
Independent s tudy under the
direc tion of a facult y advisor.
Projects may include librar y or
empirical research, analysis and
written report or oral presentation
on tourism aspects of an appropriate

Chandaria School of Business Faculty
Achoki, George Otieno University of Leads (UK). Specialty areas: Ph.D. Business Administration and and Human Resource Development;
Associate Professor of Accounting Leadership, Strategic Management, Management (Entrepreneurship); Kenya University of Illinois, USA. Specialty
B.Commerce, M.Commerce, Ph.D. Cross Cultural Management; Methodist University; Specialty areas: areas: Entrepreneurship, Total Quality
Mohan lal Sukhadia University, India. Business Administration, Management M a n a g e m e n t, M a n a g e m e n t o f
Specialty areas: Human Resource Kalunda, Elizabeth and Marketing Management. Technological Innovations and Human
Accounting; Accounting Information Assistant Professor of Finance Resource Management.
Systems, Managerial Accounting; B.Ed. (Home Science and Technology), Katuse, Paul
MBA, Ph.D. (Business Administration), Associate Professor of Strategic Kibet Eric Morusoi
Bellows, Scott University of Nairobi, Kenya; CPA (K); Management Assistant Professor of Business Law
Assistant Professor of Management Specialty areas: Finance, Accounting B.Com, M.Com – BA (Marketing), Ph.D LL.B, University of Nairobi, Post
B. A . Eco no mic s, M a nag e me nt, in Strategic Management. Mohanlal Graduate Diploma in Law, Kenya
Delaware, Ohio, USA, MBA- Cleveland, Kaluyu Veronica Kaindi Sukhadia University, India. Specialty School of Law, LL.M, Boston College of
Ohio, USA, MBA- Chicago, Illinois, Assistant Professor of Strategic a re a s: S t r a t e g i c M a n a g e m e n t, Law School, Massachusetts, USA, LL.D,
USA, Master Science, New Orleans, Management Management of Change and Marketing University of Pretoria, South Africa
Louisiana, USA , Doctor of Business B.Ed. Kenyatta University, ABE, Post
Graduate Diploma, MBA , Jomo Kangu Maureen Adhiambo Kiriri, Peter N
Administration, University of Durham, Associate Professor of Marketing
UK; Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Assistant Professor of Marketing
B.Com. University of Nairobi; CI (UK);
Technology, M.Ed. Egerton University, B.Ed. University of Nairobi, MBA,
DBA, Australia. Specialty areas:
Gatumo, Francis Mambo Ph. D. Kenya Methodist University. Egerton University, P hD., Jomo
Management, Services Marketing,
Assistant Professor of Finance Specialty Areas: Strategic Management, Kenyatta University of Agriculture &
Research, Monitoring and Evaluation,
B.Commerce, University of Nairobi; Human Resource Management & Technology
Entrepreneurship.
MBA, York University (Canada); CPA(K); Project Management Specialty Areas: Marketing, Business
CPS(K); DBA California Miramar Communication & Strategic Kirubi, Michael
Kamau, Joseph Ngugi Management Associate Professor of Business
University;
Assistant Professor of Marketing Administration and Management
Specialty areas: International Finance
B.Sc., Jomo Kenyatta University of B.Ed., University of Nairobi; M.Ed; Ph.D.
and Investments
Agriculture and Technology; MBA, K’Aol, George Ondego Ohio University. Specialty areas: Higher
Getecha, Ciru Marketing Management (University Associate Professor of Management Educational Administration; Finance;
Assistant Professor of Management of Nairobi); MBA, Human Resource B.Ed., University of New Brunswick, International Business Administration;
B.A; M.A. (Management Studies), Management (Kenyatta University); Canada; M.Ed., Ph.D., Entrepreneurship Business Ethics; International Trade;

Management; Leadership. Research. B . S c . ( E c o n o m i c s ), U n i v e r s i t y B.A., Columbia College, Missouri (USA); Specialty areas: Strategic Management
of London; MBA , United States MBA., Victoria University of
Koshal, Jeremiah International University; Ph.D. (Strategic Technology (Australia). Nduati, Gidraph J.
Assistant Professor of Leadership Management), University of Nairobi Specialty Areas: Travel and Tourism Assistant Professor of Marketing
B. Commerce, Daystar University; MBA, B.Sc.; M.Sc. (Agricultural Economics
Specialty areas: Strategic Management, Management
Ph.D. (Organizational Leadership) – Marketing), University of Nairobi.
To t a l Q u a l i t y M a n a g e m e n t ,
Regent University, USA; Mutisya Mary Mumbua Sp eacialit y areas: Inte rnatio nal
Organizational Behavior
Specialty areas: Leadership Assistant Professor of Hospitality Marketing, marketing research,
Mbogo, Marion Management Project Management, Marketing
Linge, Teresia K
Lecturer of Accounting and Finance B.Ed.., Kenyatta University, MSc communication and services Marketing.
Associate Professor of Management Hospitality & Tourism Management,
B . S c ., I n t e r n a t i o n a l B u s i n e s s
B.Ed., University of Nairobi; MBA United Kenyatta University, Ph.D. Kenyatta Ngari, James K
Administration (Finance) United States
States International University. PhD, University. Assistant Professor of General
International University;
North West University; Sp ecialt y A reas: Hos pitalit y Management
M.Sc. International Business
Specialty areas: Human Resource Management & Hospitality Marketing. B.A. (Human Resource Management),
Administration (Finance), United States
Management and Research Methods. Kenya Methodist University; MBA
International University;
Namada, Juliana (Finance), Ph.D. (Human Resource
Lio, San Speaclty Areas:
Assistant Professor of Strategic M a n a g e m e n t), J o m o Ke n y a t t a
Lecturer, Accounting and Finance Management
Mosoti, Zachary Universit y of Agriculture and
B.Commerce (Accounting), University of B.A. (History & Government), MBA
Assistant Professor of Management and Technology, Kenya;
Nairobi; MBA (Finance & Management), (Strate g ic M a na g e m e nt), Ph. D.
Human Resources Development Specialty areas: Human Resource
Robert Kennedy College, Switzerland; (Strategic Management) University of
Ph.D., M.Ed, M.A, B.A. University of Manage me nt, Hu man Resource
FIFC; FCCA; DBA California Miramar Nairobi, Kenya;
Minneapolis/St Paul, Minnesota, USA. Development, Leadership,
University; Specialty areas: Strategic Management
Specialty areas: Human Resource Organizational Behavior;
Specialty areas: Corporate Finance,
Development; Adult Education;
International Accounting, International Ndegwa, Joyce Njeru, Godwin
International Education; Linguistics and
Managerial Finance; Assistant Professor of Strategic Lecturer, Hotel and Restaurant
African Languages; Sociology,
Muchara, Maina B.Ed. (Arts), MBA, Ph.D. (Business
Mulindi, Patrick B.Ed (Science), Kenyatta University,
Assistant Professor of Strategic Administration), University of Nairobi,
Lecturer ,Tourism Management Kenya; M.Sc (International Hospitality
Management Kenya;

Management),University of Strathclyde, Assistant Professor of Organizational Ogada, Agnes Ouma, Caren Akomo
UK; Development Lecturer, Finance & Accounting Assistant Professor of Management
Specialty area: Hotel Management B.Com. Calicuta University, India; B.Sc International Business B.Com. University of Nairobi; MBA
M.Com (Management), University Administration (Accounting), MBA University of Nairobi; Ph.D. Cebu
Njuguna, Amos of Wollongong, New South Wales Finance & Strategy, DBA (Finance), Doctors’ University, Philippines.
Professor of Finance Australia; Ph.D Bus & Mgt, Royal Ireland United States International University - Sp ecialt y areas: O rganizatio nal
Dean, School of Graduate Studies, Institute of Business & Technology Africa; CPA (K); Development and Transformation;
Research & Extension Speciality areas: Finance (International, Administration and Management.
MBA (Finance) Egerton University. Nyambegera, Stephen M. Ma nag e rial); Accou nti ng (Co st,
DBA, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Professor of Organizational Financial, Asset); Investments, Asset Oyaro, Kepha Nyanamba
Universit y, South Africa;CPA(K); Development Management, Financial Markets; Lecturer, Accounting and Finance
Specialty Areas: Accounting and BA (Management), Bhopal University- B.Com. (University of Nairobi); M.Sc.
Strategic Financial Management. India; MBA, Osmania University- Omboi, Bernard (Accounting and Finance), University of
Hyderabad, India; M.Ph. (Research Assistant Professor of Finance and Stirling (UK).
Nerubucha, David Training Program), The University of Accounting Specialty areas: Financial Management,
Lecturer, Economics Sheffield, UK; Ph.D (Human Resource B. Co mme rce, M. Co mme rce Global Business Management, Financial
B.Sc.in Agricultural Economics, Management and Organizational (Accountancy & Statistics), Ph.D. Accounting
Wilmington College, USA; M.Sc. in Psyc h o l o gy), Th e U nive r s it y of (Commerce) Mohanlal Sukhadia
Social and Applied Economics, Wright Sheffield, UK. University, India; Sikalieh, Damary A.O
State University, USA; Specialty Areas: Speciality areas: Accountancy, Research Professor of Management, Business
Methods, Finance, Taxation; Research Methods and
Newa, Fred Odoyo Fredrick Selefano Entrepreneurship
Lecturer, International Business Assistant Professor of Finance Okech, Timothy Chrispinus B.Ed, M.Ed, Kenyatta University,
Administration B.Commerce, Masharshi Dayanand Associate Professor of Economics Ph.D, University of Illinois, Urbana-
Bachelor of Architecture, University of University, India; M.Finance and Control, B.A.(Economics), M.A (Economics), Champaign, USA.
Nairobi (K), MBA, United States Alagappa University; M.Commerce, Dr. Ph.D (Economics ), Kenyatta University. Specialty areas: Entrepreneurship
International University (K), Ph.D in Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, India, Specialty areas: Health Economics, education/development, Business,
Management, [Ongoing]- University of Ph.D. (Accounts & Finance), Guru Nanak International Economics, Public Social and Academic Research, Human
Kent at Canterbury – UK Dev University, India; Sector Economics, Macroeconomics, Resource Development, Management,
Microeconomics; Project Design, Implementation and
Njenga, Kefah Muiruri
Evaluation, Curriculum Development

and Training Design, Implementation Wambalaba Francis Wamukota
and Evaluation, organization Behavior Professor of Economics
and Organization Development and B.Sc., Economics, B. A. Business
Consulting Administration, M.Sc (Economics);M.
US. (Urban Studies - Regional Structure);
Wachana Paul Ph.D (Urban Studies - Regional Science),
Assistant Professor of Project Portland State University;
Management and Implementation Specialit y areas: Economic
B.Sc. (Agriculture), University of D e v e l o p m e n t ; Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n
Nairobi, Kenya; Master of Urban and Economics; Managerial Economics;
Regional Planning, Master of Science International Economics; Research
in Economics, Ph.D. (Urban Studies and Methods;
Economics), Portland State University,
USA;
Specialty areas: Economics, Urban
Studies, Transportation, Real Estate
Development, Finance;
Wainaina, Samuel
Lecturer, Accounting and Finance
B.Com & MBA, University of Nairobi.
S p e c i a l t y a r e a s: M a n a g e m e n t
and Cost Accounting, Accounting
Theory, Financial Accounting and
International Financial Reporting
Standards IFRS, Portfolio Management,
Risk Management and Derivative
Instruments.

School of
School Mission Statement 4. Demonstrate the use of qualitative
The mission of the School of and quantitative research skills in
Communication, Cinematic s and Biomedical, Communication and
Communication,
Creative Arts (SCCCA) is to pursue Information technology.
knowledge through creative works, 5. Apply theories, concepts, and
critical and strategic thinking, and principles found in biologic and
Cinematics and
innovative teaching and to encourage physic al sciences, including a t h o
ethical decision-making and social rough grounding i n communication
responsibilit y in an increasingly skills in multicultural and global
Creative Arts
technological, multicultural and perspectives.
globalized world. 6. D e m o n s t r a t e a t h o r o u g h
understanding of effective, efficient
School Learning Outcomes professional and ethical leadership.
The School of Communication, Cinematics and Creative Arts is
committed to providing high quality programs for students at both 1. Develop competence in critical
thinking, creative skills, use of Core Values
the undergraduate and graduate level.
technology, creativity and good 1. Integration of theory and practice
It fulfills its mission by providing programs with an international Communication skills.
perspective and by emphasizing the importance of science, 2. M u l t i - d i s c i p l i n a r y a n d
2. Provide service to the community: interdisciplinar y teaching and
technology and communication skills to the global community ac q u i re p r ac t i c a l wo r k i n learning strategies
Dean, School of Science and Technology g experience through participation
3. Mentoring students for professional
Phone: +254 730 116 733 and contribution to positive/good
community and societal causes. preparedness
Location: 1st Floor, Science Center
E-Mail: sccca@usiu.ac.ke 3. Demonstrate preparedness for 4. Prepare graduates who are ethical
career and lifelong learning in and intellectually aware of the
Dr. Rachel Diang'a technological advancements in the
their chosen disciplines as well as
Chair, Department of Cinematics communication industry.
understanding of and appreciation
Phone: +254 730 116 108
for the interdisciplinary nature of
E-Mail: rdianga@usiu.ac.ke
knowledge.
Dr. Kioko Ireri
Chair, Department of Journalism & Corporate Communication
Phone: +254 730 116 704
E-Mail: kireri@usiu.ac.ke

Academic Programs
Majors
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs

The School of of Communication, Cinematics and Creative Arts offers the 1. Communication Studies (M.A.)
following undergraduate degrees: Concentrations
1. Journalism (B.A.)
The School of of Communication, Cinematics and Creative Arts also offers
2. Film Production and Directing (B.A.)
specialization courses in the following areas as relates to the program of study:
3. Animation (B.A.)
Concentrations Master of Arts in Communication Studies Concentrations
The School of Communication, Cinematics and Creative Arts also offers I. Strategic Corporate Communications
specialization courses in the following areas as relates to the student’s major: II. Digital Communication
Bachelor of Arts in Film Production and Directing III. Communication for Development
I. Scripting IV. Media Studies
II. Directing
III. Cinematography
IV. Editing
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

I. Print Media
II. Broadcast Media
III. Public Relations and Advertising

REQUIREMENTS FOR INFORMATION e n g ag e t h e m i n c o n d u c t i n g the following characteristics: REQUIREMENTS FOR WRITING
LITERACY INTENSIVE (ILI) COURSES research, organizing and 1. There will be instruction in and INTENSIVE (WI) COURSES
synthesizing information from evaluation of Oral Communication-
Gaining skills in information literacy Cour s es designate d as Wr iting
multiple sources. Intensive assignments as they relate
helps students become engaged in Intensive expand students' knowledge
using a wide variety of information 4. Accord s tudent s oppor tunit y to the discipline in which the course
by examining complex issues and they
sources to expand their knowledge, to share their research through is taught.
are to advance students' abilities to
ask informed questions, and sharpen presentations and social platforms 2. Every student in the class should reason logically and to write clearly in
their critical thinking and thus increases as appropriate make at least two oral presentations prose.
the opportunities for student self- 5. Provide opportunity for students to as part of the assessed and graded
A Writing Intensive Course (WI) should
directed learning. A course that is demonstrate an understanding of assignments, and at least one
display the following characteristics:
designated as Information Literacy intellectual property, copyright and of these should be an individual
fair use of information presentation. 1. At least 5,000 written words;
Intensive (ILI) should engage student
in the acquisition of knowledge, 3. At the start of the class, learners 2. At least four different pieces of
information seeking skills, attitude to should be made familiar with the writing, one of which must be in
exploit information, and competencies REQUIREMENTS FOR ORAL standard rubric for assessing these class;
for academic pursuits and lifelong INTENSIVE (OI) COURSES presentations 3. A variety of writing assignments,
learning. such as expositor y essays and
An Oral Communication Intensive 4. Part of the instructional modes
Such a course should display the should engage students in peer research;
(OI) course incorporates speaking
following characteristics: and listening as part of learning in any assessment of each other’s work 4. Writing that demonstrates higher
1. Provide oppor tunit y for ever y discipline specific course. Its main goal 5. Presentation assignments should order thinking through collecting,
student to identify their information is to improve student’s effectiveness as be discipline specific and cover a analyzing, and evaluating data;
needs, formulate successful search speakers and listeners. Such a course variety of modes: aural, oral, tactile, 5. Writing evaluation based on 50
strategies and assess search results offers explicit instructions in effective kinetic, visual and written. percent on content and 50 percent
for quality and relevance or al communic ation throughout on form.
6. There will be oppor tunities for
2. Prepare tasks for s tudent s to its instructional features (readings, feedback and revision throughout 6. T i m e l y f e e d b a c k o n w r i t t e n
critically evaluate information lectures, class discussions etc.). the course session. assignments
sources for reliabilit y, validit y, An Oral Communication Intensive 7. Help students to reason logically,
7. The presentations to be graded on
authority, and timeliness before cour se should provide multiple and write clearly and continuously
a 50% for presentations skills and
making judgments opportunities for students to practice in prose.
50% content.
3. Assign students work which will their oral presentation skills and display

Bachelor of Arts in Animation
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Animation program will be to prepare students for entry-level employment in the digital animation industry and/or further studies
at graduate level.
Program Learning Outcomes 5. Demonstrate/express commitment ANM 2020 Introduction to 2D and ANM 4000 Law & Ethics in the
In addition to the university wide to social and environmental issues 3D Animation Animation Business
outcomes of: higher order thinking; 6. Articulate and uphold civic and ANM 2040 Acting for Animators ANM 4010 Character Rigging
oral and written competence; scientific ethical values in their social and ANM 2050 Camera Language and ANM 4020 3D Environment and
and technological literacy; global professional engagements. Cinematography Effects
understanding and multicultural Degree Requirements 123 Units ANM 2060 Storyboarding and the ANM 4030 Advanced 3D Animation
perspec tives; and ser vice to the Script ANM 4040 The Business of
General Education 39 Units ANM 2070 Theoretical Perspectives Animation Content
community whose foundation is laid
by the General Education Program, the Major 84 Units in Film and Animation ANM 4050 Advanced Scripting
following are the Bachelor of Arts in ANM 2080 Composition and Sound for Animation and
Animation program-specific learning Lower Division (45 Units) Design for Animation Production
outcomes: ANM 1010 History of Film Animation ANM 2090 Theories of Popular ANM 4060 Senior Project and
1. Gather, interpret and evaluate ANM 1020 Fundamentals of Media and Art Portfolio Development
information through the skills Animation ANM 4070 Internship
ANM 1030 Introduction to Drawing Upper Division (39 Units)
of inquir y to for mulate valid
ANM 1040 Character Design ANM 3000 Fundamentals of
conclusions.
ANM 1050 Cinema and Television Compositing
2. Apply scientific research methods
Equipment Workshop ANM 3020 Digital Effects for Film
to collect, analyze and evaluate
ANM 1060 Illustration and and Television
data in problem solving
Environment Design ANM 3040 3D Modeling & Design
3. Communicate effectively in both
ANM 1070 The Art of the Storyboard Methods
speech and writing.
and Animatic Design ANM 3060 Advanced 2D Computer
4. Integrate multicultural and global
ANM 2010 Fundamentals of Animation
perspectives in addressing issues in
Scripting for Animation ANM 3080 Aesthetics of the African
their field of knowledge
Story

Bachelor of Arts in Film Production and Directing
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Film Production and Directing program will be to prepare students for the rigors of the creative industry by developing their
intellectual, managerial, creative, analytical and practical skills to successfully function as professionals and team players in the film industry.
Program Learning Outcomes 4. Use variety of software to develop Aesthetics PRD 4015 Internship in Producing:
In addition to the university wide characters capable of acting CIN 2005 Visual Production Design From Green Light to
outcomes of: higher order thinking; and speaking in the animation FLA 2010 The Business of Film, Completion
oral and written competence; scientific production process. Culture and Society Concentration Courses 15 Units
and technological literacy; global Degree Requirements 120 Units FLA 2015 Fundamentals of Film
Scripting
under s tanding and multicultur al Directing
General Education 39 units SCR 3005 Screen writing:
perspectives; leadership and ethics; SND 2010 Sound Physics
Core Courses 66 Units SND 2015 Sound Design and Characters & Genres
and service to the community, whose
FLA 1005 History of Film & Video Aesthetics SCR 3010 Writing for the Short Film
foundation is laid by the General
FLA 1010 Fundamentals of FLA 2020 Principles of Writing SCR 3015 Writing for Television
Education Program (see section on
Photography & for Dramatic and Factual Drama
General Education), the following
Cinematography Production SCR 4005 Feature Film Writing
are the program-specific Learning
FLA 1015 Fundamental of FLA 2025 World Approaches to SCR 4010 Script Analysis and
Outcomes which upon completion of
Scripting Film Project for Scripting
the Bachelor of Arts in Film Production
FLA 1020 Film and Video FLA 2030 Entertainment Law &
& Directing program, the students will Directing
Production Fundamentals Ethics of Film Production
be able to: DIR 3005 Art Direction and
SND 1005 History &Theory of Sound & Directing
1. A n a l y z e a n i m a t i o n t h e o r y, Production Design
for Film & Video FLA 2035 Film Theory and Criticism
tradition and practice in global DIR 3010 Directing Actors
FLA 1030 Fundamentals of Film SND 3005 Sound Mixing
context DIR 3015 Location and Studio
Editing SND 3010 Sound Script Analysis and
2. Develop creative animated stories Directing
FLA 1035 Introduction to Project
for different genres and platforms DIR 4005 Directing the Master
Production Design and PRD 3005 The Art of the Pitch
3. A p p l y l e g a l e t h i c s i n t h e Scene
Art Directing PRD 4010 Producing: From Green
management of animation DIR 4010 Script Analysis and
FLA 1040 Camera Operation Light to Completion
business Project for Directing
Techniques and

Cinematography
CIN 3005 Advanced Color Theory
and Color Timing for
Cinematography
CIN 3010 Shooting the
Master Scene
CIN 3015 Visual Effects and Green
Screen Cinematography
CIN 4005 Studio production
CIN 4010 Script Analysis and
Project Editing for
Cinematography
Editing
EDT 3005 Sound and VFX for Film
and Video
EDT 3010 Advanced Color Theory
and Color Timing for
Editing
EDT 3015 After Effects
EDT 4005 Editing the Narrative
EDT 4010 Sound Design for the
Final Mix and Project

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Journalism is to graduate highly competent professionals who have acquired communication and critical thinking skills appropriate
to the practice of journalism: writing, editing and design in print and broadcast media.
The program stresses a balance perspectives; leadership and ethics; General Education 39 Units JRN 3004 Media Ethics
between the theoretical and practical and service to the community, whose Major 54 Units JRN 3006 International Mass Media
elements of journalism. In view of the foundation is laid by the General
Lower Division Core Courses 27 Units JRN 3015 Media Management
fact that a viable career in the media Education Program (see section on
profession requires graduates who General Education), the following JRN 1100 Introduction to Broadcast JRN 3024 Communication Research
understand the changes in society, are the Journalism program-specific Media Technique and JRN 3027 New Media Production
journalism education includes a fusion Learning Outcomes: technology JRN 3029 Media Studies
with liberal arts and social sciences 1. Use communication theories to JRN 1106 History and Theory of JRN 4900 Project OR
that are offered as a part of the general evaluate media practices, systems, Public Relations
education requirements at USIU- JRN 4910 Internship OR
structures and operations JRN 1109 Introduction to Mass
Africa. JRN 4911 Media Tour Experience
2. Write and critique stories for various Communication
Mission Statement journalism genres in both traditional Concentration Courses 18 Units
JRN 2004 Public Relations Writing
The mission of the Journalism Program and multimedia platforms. Journalism students must take Print
JRN 2103 Fundamentals of
is to equip students with the requisite 3. Produce content for radio, television Media, Broadcast Media or PR &
Photography
intellectual, technical and ethical and digital platforms Advertising as their concentration or
k nowledge, skills and at titudes JRN 2106 Principles of Broadcasting area of specialization.
4. Design and complement strategic
necessary for successful careers in JRN 2107 Writing for Broadcast
communication plans and practices Print Media 18 units
journalism and public relations; and to Media
function effectively in an increasingly 5. Apply media and communication JRN 3002 Introduction to News
JRN 2202 Introduction to Print
technological, multi-cultural and methods and approaches in Editing
Media Techniques &
globalized world. addressing communication
Technology JRN 3020 Development Journalism
problems
Program Learning Outcomes JRN 2223 Theories of Mass JRN 3301 Feature Writing
6. Apply ethical and legal principles in
In addition to the university-wide Communication JRN 3922 Photojournalism
media and communication practice.
Upper Division Core Courses 27 Units JRN 4031 Print Media Production
oral and written competence; scientific
JRN 4401 Editorial Writing
and technological literacy; global Degree Requirements 120 units JRN 3000 News Reporting and
understanding and multicultural Cour s es are t hree unit s unles s Writing
otherwise indicated. JRN 3003 Media Law

Broadcast Media 18 Units Journalism Electives 9 Units
JRN 3010 Television & Video Students must choose two courses
Production I from their own concentration and
JRN 3012 Broadcast Presentation one other from one of the other two
concentrations.
JRN 3013 Broadcast Journalism
JRN 3321 Radio Production I Print Concentration
JRN 4013 Broadcast Screenwriting JRN 3020 Development Journalism
JRN 4030 Television and Video JRN 4025 Creative Writing
Production II JRN 3026 Gender Reporting
PR & Advertising 18 Units Broadcast Concentration

JRN 2109 History & Theory of JRN 4027 Documentary Production
Advertising
JRN 4029 Radio Production II
JRN 3018 Organizational
JRN 4030 Television and Video
Communication
Production II
JRN 3901 Principles of Advertising
Public Relations Concentration
JRN 3911 Principles of Public JRN 3016 Public Communication
Relations JRN 4037 Advertising and Creative
JRN 4033 Advertising content & Strategy
Media Audiences JRN 4050 Advertising Planning and
JRN 4037 Advertising and Creative Placement
Strategy

Master of Arts in
Mission Statement 6. U t i l i z e d e s c r i p t i v e d i g i t a l
The mission of the Master of Arts in technologies in communication
Communication Studies program practice
Communication
is to provide holistic training and 7. Apply theories to explore various
equip learners with strategic thinking societal communication issues
abilities and creative competencies to
enable them provide evidence-based Prerequisites:
Studies
solutions for real-world communication Students without a Communication
problems that affect organizations and Studies background will be required
individuals. to take the following survey courses
Program Learning Outcomes: but may be excused from Computer
Upon successful completion of the Application Skills if they can furnish
program, the students will be able to: proof of comparable training.
1. D e s i g n a n d i m p l e m e n t
communication s trategies for JRN2223 Theories of Mass
various types of organizations Communication
JRN 3000 News Reporting and
2. Monitor and evaluate the impact of
Writing
communication programs JRN 3007 Media Law and Ethics
3. Manage communication programs JRN 3911 Principles of Public
and projects in organizations and Relations
other settings
4. Analyze communication problems
in various settings and develop
evidence-based solutions
5. A p p l y r e s e a r c h a p p r o a c h e s
a n d m et h o d s to i nte r ro g ate
communication issues at local and
international context.

CORE COURSES 27 Units Campaigns MDS 6120 Media Writing
MAC 6010 Introduction to Graduate MDS 6140 Media, Identity and
Studies Digital Communication Representation
MAC 6020 Communication Theory (15 Units) MDS 6160 Multimedia Journalism
MAC 6030 Introduction to the Digital DCM 6110 Multimedia Design MDS 6170 Media Management
Age DCM 6130 Digital Communication ELECTIVES (6 Units)
MAC 6040 Entrepreneurship for Strategy
Students to choose two courses
Communication DCM 6140 Online Corporate
from the electives below:
Professionals Branding
CFD 6160 Behavior Change
MAC 6050 Communication Research DCM 6160 Effective Web Design and
Communication
Methods Strategy
CFD 6180 Resource Mobilization
MAC 6060 Global Communication DCM 6170 Social Media Strategies DCM 6170 Social Media
MAC 6120 Organizational
Strategies
Communication Communication for Development
MDS 6130 Political
MAC 6851 Project I (15 Units)
Communication
MAC 6852 Project II CFD 6110 Development
MDS 6160 Multimedia Journalism
CONCENTRATIONS 15 Units Communication Theory
MDS 6190 Community Media and
CFD 6120 Participatory
ICT in Development
Strategic Corporate Communications Communication Strategy
DCM 6120 Digital Communication
(15 Units) Design
& Society
SCC 6110 Corporate CFD 6130 Public Policy & Advocacy
SCC 6120 Integrated Marketing
Communication CFD 6140 Risk Communication
Communication
SCC 6130 Managing the CFD 6170 Program Monitoring &
SCC 6140 PR Writing
Communication Function Evaluation

SCC 6140 PR Writing
SCC 6160 Issues & Crisis Media Studies - 0N HOLD (15 Units)
Management MDS 6110 Media Criticism and
SCC 6170 Communications Theory
Strategies and

Course Descriptions
ANM: ANIMATION
ANM 1010 History of Film Animation skills that enable them to draw from ANM 1060 Illustration and to dif ferent genres in animation,
The cour se introduces s tudent s memory. Environment Design fundamental scripting, charac ter
to the historical evolution of the Prerequisite: None The course introduces students to development, multiple plot designs
technology, techniques and processes Credit: 3 Units the principles and techniques behind and techniques in animation. The
in the business of animation right from compelling environment design for course also helps student s to
ANM 1040 Character Design differentiate between different types
inception to date. backgrounds in animation, film and
Prerequisite: None This course enhances the student’s video games. Students learn and of scripts used in animation and film.
Credit: 3 Units drawing skills for charac ter use design software to create proper Prerequisite: NONE
development in animation. They learn simulations of different environments. Credit: 3 Units
ANM 1020 Fundamentals of to present modifications of human and Prerequisite: ANM 1030
Animation animal figure drawings as a measure of ANM 2020 Introduction to 2D & 3D
Credit: 3 Units
intellectual maturity and as indicators Animation
This course introduces the student to
the main principles of animation and of character personality. ANM 1070 The Art of the Storyboard This course will introduce students to
their application. Such include squash Prerequisite: None and Animatic Design basic concepts, principles, processes
and stretch, anticipation, timing, ease Credit: 3 Units The course introduces the student and techniques of 2D and 3D animation
in –ease out, etc. to drawing skills for storyboard in through relevant software. Students
ANM 1050 Cinema and Television also shall learn processes of setting up
Prerequisite: None animation, as well as basic compositing
Equipment Workshop 2D and 3D animation studios, and the
Credit: 3 Units skills. The s tudent lear ns basic
The course gives the students a hands- compositing skills using relevant application of the production process
ANM 1030 Introduction to Drawing on experience with fundamental software to create pencil tests and to create animation stories.
The course introduces students to television and video produc tion leica reels or animatics. Prerequisite: ANM 1020
the art, techniques and principles of equipment and technology. Students Prerequisite: ANM 1030 Credit: 3 Units
drawing as applied in animation. It aims experience the whole range of the Credit: 3 Units
technical aspects of the production ANM 2040 Acting for Animators
at equipping them with a range of basic
knowledge, practical, and conceptual process. ANM 2010 Fundamentals of Scripting This course equips students with skills
skills in the art of drawing. Students Prerequisite: None for Animation that help them navigate the interplay
will be able to develop observational Credit: 3 Units This course introduces the student between words, the voice, movement

and picture to help them appreciate visuals and motion. ANM 2090 Theories of Popular exposed to the fundamentals and
aesthetical and technical aspects of Prerequisite: ANM 2010 Media and Art principles of visual effects and learn
voice directing. Understanding of Credit: 3 Units to use diverse visual effects software
The course introduces the student to
the dynamic relationship between to create simulation ef fec ts and
emerging theories of the digital era
the actor, the story and acting for ANM 2070 Theoretical Perspectives other special effects in animation for
and those shaping films and popular
animation will help students develop In Film and Animation effective animation edit.
culture in Africa.
their directing skills. This course explores the realities of Prerequisite: None
Prerequisite: NONE
Prerequisite: ANM 2020 the universes of film and animation. It Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units provides the student with the requisite
conceptual frameworks for analyzing ANM3000 Fundamentals of ANM 3040 3D Modeling & Design
ANM 2050 Camera Language and and discus sing the relationship Methods
Compositing
Cinematography between film and animation’s reality, This course aims teaches students
This course aims at developing basic
The course will enable students the audience and society. how to create their own characters
compositing and editing skills of the
develop critical technical and aesthetic Prerequisite: NONE and assets using a 3D modeling tool
animation story. It teaches students
skills requisite for the animation story. Credit: 3 Units (software). It also develop skills for
creative and technical concepts in
Students learn the grammar camera simulation of physical objects from
photo compositing, thus giving them
language, techniques and principles. ANM 2080 Composition and Sound nature and observation.
confidence and a creative edge in
Prerequisite: ANM 1050 Design for Animation Prerequisite: ANM 2020
producing professional footage and
Credit: 3 Units T hi s c o u r s e a i m s a t p r ov i d i n g Credit: 3 Units
image composition.
students with theoretical, conceptual Prerequisite: ANM 2080
ANM 2060 Storyboarding and Script and practical knowledge in sound ANM 3060 Advanced 2D Computer
Writing Credit: 3 Units
composition and design. Students Animation
The course introduces the student lear n principles, aes thetic s and ANM 3020 Digital Effects for Film The course helps students polish
to the interplay between the script techniques of audio design and and Television their 2D animation skills through
and the storyboard. Student learns development for different formats and development of complete 2D stories
The course impar ts requisite
to vis ualize t he s c r ipt t hro ug h genres in animation. to professional level. The course is
knowledge and skills in visual effects
storyboarding. They learn the art of Prerequisite: ANM 2020 the students’ debut to the business
to help the student edit footage
merging the two in terms of sound, Credit: 3 Units and professional world as they learn
to professional level. Students are

how to pitch and develop projects for ANM 4010 Character Rigging present ation. Student s develop ANM 4060 Senior Project and
production. This course introduces the concepts of advanced 3D skills to execute complex Portfolio Development Students
Prerequisite: ANM 2020, ANM 3040 character rigging and the importance rigging, expression of emotions and create a folio evidence of rendered
Credit: 3 Units it plays in animation. The students high quality 3D simulations. 2D and 3D animation techniques,
learns to create character models that Prerequisite: ANM 2020, ANM 4010 both as an all-round artist and also as
ANM 3080 Aesthetics of the African Credit: 3 Units a specialist on one area of animation
are stable, and have the controls and
Story development.
flexibility needed to achieve various
The course introduces the student to ANM 4040 The Business of Prerequisite: ANM 4040
poses and movement.
the African story, its genres, style and Animation Content Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: ANM 3040
aesthetics. Students are exposed to Credit: 3 Units This course aims at developing in the
works by renowned African film and student critical business skills to enable ANM 4070 Internship
animation makers, as well as great ANM 4020 3D Environment and them to conceive, develop, pitch, This course is the interface between
animation stories from Africa. The Effects produce and, protect and sell their the academy and the industry. It helps
course also introduces popular themes Students learn how to create high intellectual property. Students interact the student test skills and theor y
of the African story. quality and realistic 3D environment with the industry and key industry learned in the program in the industrial
Prerequisite: None simulations and backgrounds for their players in a mentorship environment. space. Under industrial supervisors,
Credit: 3 Units animations. They will learn how to Prerequisite: NONE students will be able to work with
apply effective lighting, texturing and Credit: 3 Units professional teams to output high
ANM 4000 Law & Ethics in the quality client-focused projects.
mapping techniques in replicating
Animation Business ANM 4050 Advanced Scripting For Prerequisite: ANM 4050
natural environments.
T his co ur s e ex plores t he le gal Animation And Production Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: None
framework that governs the business Credit: 3 Units This capstone course helps students
of animation in Kenya, Africa and the m e r g e t h e o r y a n d p r a c t i c e of
world. In addition students explore ANM 4030 Advanced 3D Computer animation story-telling as they prepare
ethic al theories, principles and Animation for their final production. Students firm
challenges inherent in the animation Students firm up their 3D skills to up theories of scripting with a focus to
industry. professional level, as they prepare the market.
Prerequisite: None for commercial and professional Prerequisite: ANM 2060
Credit: 3 Units animation development and Credit: 3 Units

CIN: Cinema CFD: Communication for Development
CIN 2005 Visual Production Design carefully designed camera movement CFD 6110Development Communication-Based Assessment,
The purpose of this course is to teach and choreographed actor staging. Communication Theory communication strategy and design,
basic of visual production design and Prerequisite: CIN 3005 This course provides an over view implementation and communication
its related parameters. It will enable Credit: 3 Units of the historical and contemporary monitoring and evaluation.
students to develop impeccable CIN 3015 Visual Effects and Green nature of issues and theories that have
CFD 6130 Public Policy and Advocacy
observational skills in art and design Screen Cinematography influenced the field of development
and be able to transfer them in visual communication. It interrogates the role This course introduces students to
The purpose of this course is to teach the deliberate process organizations
effects. of communication in socioeconomic
basic of visual effects and how to undertake to speak out on issues and
Prerequisite: FLA 1020 development s and introduces
manage green screen Cinematography exert influence over the policies that
Credit: 3 Units s tudent s to key communic ation
to improve the audio and visual have the potential to impact them
theories that have been associated
CIN 3005 Advanced Color quality. The course also introduces the and the way they do business. The
with development practice since the
Theory And Color Timing for filmmaker to special effects as used in class will cover how organizations
mid-twentieth century.
Cinematography Cinema. conduct advocacy efforts and how
The purpose of this course is to create Prerequisite: CIN 3010 CFD 6120 Participatory communication is used as a tool to
and show skill in color integration and Credit: 3 Units Communication Strategy Design advance policy change. Students will
color-differentiation by combining This course explores the strategic use gain a practical understanding of how
knowledge from different subjects as CIN 4005 policy groups and communications
of media in development, emphasizing
theory, physics of color (light) and the the “dialogic” use of communication professionals operate in the field.
Chemistry of Color (Pigment) and the to design communication strategies
impact of Color (Psychology). CIN 4010 Script Analysis and Project CFD 6140 Risk Communication
that develop projects and programs.
Credit: 3 Units for Cinematography This introduces how society thinks
Students will discuss the shift from
The purpose of this course is to teach transmission-based communication a b o u t, ev aluate s, d e b ate s a n d
CIN 3010 Shooting the Master Scene
students how to write and analyze the practices to participatory approaches d is cove r s r is k s i n t he ex te r nal
This course builds upon the student’s script along with all its basic elements environment and within the human
that empower communities. They will
ability to analyse a scripted scene or that go into professional writing being body. The course examines how all
be required to develop a participatory
sequence, develop a unique vision prepared for production. societies seem to construct notions
communication strategy that
derived from thorough text analysis, of “jeopardy,” “har m,” and the
Prerequisite: CIN 4005 addresses a specific development
then communicate his or her vision concept of risk perception. The
Credit: 3 Units communic ation s tr ategy for an
effectively to an audience through goal of this course is to explain how
organization utilizing skills such as

communication professionals can members, providers, policy makers, various types of proposals, concept
create and implement communication researchers and the general public papers, fund raising letters and other
plans related to either possible or - skills that build the foundation for documents related to soliciting for
actual hazards (anything that can cause improving and maintaining health funds. Essential grant seeking and
morbidity or mortality). Students will and well-being through public health writing strategies, including grant-
learn to apply strategic communication communications. related terminology will be covered
approaches used in emergenc y to e nable t he s t ud e nt s s ub mit
preparedness, environmental health, CFD 6170 Program Monitoring And competitive funding proposals to a
food security, national security, and Evaluation variety of funding agencies, both local
financial security and other real-world This course outlines what monitoring and international. In order to obtain a
emergencies. and evaluation are i.e. how you plan real-world experience, students will be
to do them, how you design a system expected to work with a client.
CFD 6160 Behavior Change
that helps students monitor and an
Communication
evaluation process that brings it all
This course examines the together usefully. It will outline how
f u n d a m e nt a l s of p u b li c h e a l t h to establish indicators, collect and
communication and help students analyze information and how to use
discover the vital role public health the results to improve programs.
communication plays in the success This course will also examine both
of new health care delivery structures. formative and summative evaluation
The implementation of health care and their role in as ses sing the
reform and the adoption of advances effectiveness, efficiency and impact of
in prevention, health promotion an organization’s programs.
and emergency preparedness. It
will explore the latest public health CFD 6180 Resource Mobilization
communication innovations, tools, This is a hands-on course in which
technologies, research and strategies. student s will learn about the
Throughout the course, students will fundraising cycle such as research and
learn and practice the skills of citizen donor identification, understanding
engagement - with consumers, family request for proposals (RFPs), writing

DCM: Digital Communication
DCM 6110 Multimedia Design on society; past, present and future of Public Relations (PR) tactics, integrated DCM 6160 Effective Web Design and
The purpose of this course is to give the networked media world; complex approaches of traditional and new Strategy
students the opportunity to practice interac tions bet ween media and media, evaluating attractiveness and This course is designed to give
and develop the skills necessary for identity; social, political, economic and effectiveness of social media, hands- s t u d e nt s t h e s k ill s to d eve l o p
planning and producing effective cultural consequences of electronically on application of digital platforms, original websites that are effective
multimedia programs. The course net worked and mediated world; web analytics and Kenyans’ social in achieving a variety of goals e.g.
will cover basic computer topics and design smart, goal-oriented strategies media practices. communicating across various
terminology, digital workflow issues, in response; new media theory-based, stakeholders of an organization,
implications of networked society, DCM 6140 Online Corporate
introduction of design elements of increasing interactivity, optimizing
emerging trends of digital society, Branding
Adobe Creative Suite – Illustrator, e-business etc. the course will explore
Photoshop, InDesign, wor k flow global divide, global policy on new This course is designed to teach how to analysis of critical communication
production on both the Mac and PC media, research trends in new media. develop a consistent and recognizable considerations that drive the strategy
platforms; how to access, evaluate corporate identit y for clients on of successful websites, knowledge
DCM 6130 Digital Communication digital platforms. The course will
and secure information, integration of web design vocabulary, structure
Strategy cover introduction to online branding;
of theory and technology; application and development of effective web-
of theory and technology In Design The purpose of this course is to give coordinated identity branding within a based communications platforms;
projects. students the necessary skills to design digital context; matching applications audience definition and content
a digital communications strategy to cor por ate audiences; c ase strategy, usability testing, information
DCM 6120 Digital Communication that spells out how communication analysis, design of original identity architecture, technologies, design,
and Society goals can be achieved across all digital systems, aligning visual expressions and search engine optimization. The
The purpose of this course is to explore platforms. This course will explore of corporate culture with corporate course will teach students how to
the societal dynamics occasioned by design and implementation of digital goals, identification of brand attributes define, design, and deploy successful
new media and engage with theories media strategies; review of today’s need to be emphasized/addressed by smart sites; evaluation of effectiveness
that seek to explain human behavior in digital tools, trends and tac tics; organizations, positive representation across divergent audiences, brands,
the light of a digital age and elaborate ef fec tive digital communications of the cor por ate br and images and businesses will also be addressed.
on implications for the Kenyan society. strategies, analysis of today’s business online. The course will also cover
The course will explore key concepts environment; digital communications matching organizations’ online and
in new media; impact of new media nexus with traditional marketing and off line identity, differences between
corporate and product branding.

DIR: DIRECTING
DCM 6170 Social Media Strategies DIR 3005 Art Direction and DIR 4005 Directing the Master Scene
his course is designed to enable Production Design This course aims at providing students
students to explore the social media In this course, the student will learn with practical skills, practice and
landscape and help them learn how how the art department works in terms knowledge in sound composition and
to integrate social web into broader of design, build, cast make-up and design. Students learn the foundations
organizational goals by designing properties management. of audio in their different categories
viable social media strategies Credit: 3 Units and the role they play.
for organizations. In this course, Prerequisite: DIR 3015
DIR 3010 Directing Actors
students will learn about several Credit: 3 Units
useful social media tools, including T hi s c o u r s e a i m s a t p r ov i d i n g
students with practical skills, practice DIR 4010 Script Analysis and Project
blogging, Twitter, social networking,
and knowledge in directing actors. For Directing
podcasting, online video, and Digg.
More importantly, students will apply Students learn how to train actors their The purpose of this course is to teach
what they learn by developing a social language, interpreting and analysing students how to write and analyze the
media plan for an organization that the script and working as a cast director script along with all its basic elements
they choose. Each week, students Prerequisite: DIR 3005 that go into professional writing being
will learn how to use a different social Credit: 3 Units prepared for production.
media tool to engage in conversations Prerequisite: DIR 4005
DIR 3015 Location and Studio
that help to tell their client’s story. Credit: 3 Units
Directing
Students will also learn the theories
This course aims at providing students
behind why social and digital media is
with practical skills, practice and
fundamentally changing the way that
knowledge in location and studio
customers, advocates, and engaged
directing. Students learn television
consumer s are inter ac ting with
pro duc tion environment, audio
brands. The class will include specific
control and technical directing and
new media case studies, hands-on
also lighting.
participation, and an introduction to
effective online communication and Prerequisite: DIR 3010
internet strategies Credit: 3 Units

EDT: EDITING FLA:
EDT 3005 Sound and VFX for Film of animation to be built upon in FLA 1005 History of Film and Video in film and television, learn and apply
And Video subsequent courses leading up to the The purpose of this course is to correct script form, and creatively
The purpose of this course is to teach Portfolio course. understand the nature and process of engage in the various stages of original
s tudent s sound, har monization, Prerequisite: EDT 3010 film production, learning how to read scriptwriting.
management and creatives as regards Credit: 3 Units and analyze film as you would a novel, Credit: 3 Units
sound editing for dramatic film. EDT 4005 Editing the Narrative a poem or a short story exploring the FLA 1030 Fundamentals of Film
Students will be exposed to different major aesthetic trends in the history of Editing
T hi s c o u r s e a i m s a t p r ov i d i n g
styles of sound management including Cinema.
students with practical skills in cutting This course develops storytelling and
special effects. Credit: 3 Units
the narrative. Students learn the rhythmic sensibilities through close
Credit: 3 Units
foundations of editing and its effect in FLA 1010 Fundamentals of study of films, critique and discussion
EDT 3010 Advanced Color Theory narrative story telling. Photography & Cinematography of works in progress, and hands-on
and Color Timing for Editing Prerequisite: EDT 3015 This course introduces students to the practice.
The purpose of this course is to create Credit: 3 Units techniques, aesthetics and practices of Credit: 3 Units
and show skill in color integration and photography and Cinematography. FLA 1035 Introduction to Production
color-differentiation by combining Credit: 3 Units Design & Art Directing
knowledge from different subjects as EDT 4010 Sound Design for the Final
Mix And Project FLA 1020 Film and Video Production The purpose of this course is to
theory, physics of color (light) and the
Fundamentals introduce the s tudent s into the
Chemistry of Color (Pigment) and the This course equips students with
practical, aesthetical aspects of art
impact of Color (Psychology). technical skills in the acquisition, The purpose is to introduce students
direction.
Prerequisite: EDT3005 m a n i p u l a t i o n, p r o d u c t i o n a n d to the production processes of visual/
Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units presentation and use of sound in all aural, time-based, creative work.
forms of design and communication. Credit: 3 Units FLA 1040 Camera Operation
EDT 3015 After Effects
Prerequisite: EDT 4005 Techniques and Aesthetics
T hi s c o u r s e ai m s at p r ov i d i n g FLA 1015 Fundamentals of Scripting
Credit: 3 Units The purpose of this course is to
students with fundamental skills to The purpose of the course is to learn
introduce students to the production
produce traditional animation and about film and television screenplay
p r o c e s s e s o f v i s u a l c r e a t i v i t y.
the knowledge of the principles structure, analyze dramatic strategies
Students will work on numerous

creative projects: performed, written, techniques, practice and role of the articulate an identity in a world of film FLA 2035 Film Theory and Criticism
photographed and created digitally. film director. that is always diverse and more often The purpose of this course is to discuss
Prerequisite: FLA 1030 Prerequisite: FLA 1035 characterized by internal tensions and the establishment of film movements
Credit: 3 Units antagonisms. such as German Expressionism, French
Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units Impressionism and new wave, Italian
FLA 2010 The Business Of Film,
FLA 2020: Principles of Writing for Neorealism, and Surrealism.
Culture And Society FLA 2030 Entertainment Law and
Dramatic and Factual Production Credit: 3 Units
The purpose of this course is to expose Ethics of Film Production And
The purpose of this course is to equip Directing
the student s to the relationship
students with the basics of storytelling
of film as a business in the cultural The purpose of this course is to help
and the principles of writing that
environment of society. s tudent s become bet ter media
should be followed in professional
Credit: 3 Units practitioners by learning and following
writing for production in drama.
the ethics and laws involved in the
FLA 2015 Fundamentals of Film Credit: 3 Units
entertainment industry, in particular
Directing
FLA 2025 World Approaches To Film the production and direction.
This course introduces students to the Credit: 3 Units
This course purposes to help a student

JRN: Journalism
JRN 1100 Introduction to Broadcast and other practical projects. Tutorial medium in mass communication field. JRN 2103 Fundamentals of
Media Technique and Technology and laboratory use of elementary It introduces students to the inventors, Photography
Introduction to the basic principles, media production equipment and patent s, co py r ight regulations, This course develops an understanding
technology, terminologies, techniques techniques. Course materials cover s c r i p t w r i t i n g f o r m a t s , Ke n y a n of the scientific, technical and creative
and practices in broadcast media both radio and television writing. government media regulation statutes, principles of still photography. The use
(radio, television and film). The course Credit: 3 Units and careers in the media industry.
of the 35mm camera. Basic aspects of
explores the prac tical, technical Additionally, the course explores
JRN 1106 History and Theory of photographic composition. Among
and aesthetic aspects of broadcast how the media reflect and inspire
Public Relations prac tical topics covered will be:
production process and focuses on cultural, political, and ethical norms
focusing, framing, shutter & motion,
Television camera work, lighting, Focus on this course will be on an with emphasis on various storytelling
depth of field, metering, the use of
videography, the microphone and intensive examination of the practice techniques based on audience and
flash, shooting portraits and darkroom
basic recording of sound. Other of public relations. Topics include method of delivery. The course also
techniques.
areas include New Media Production the organization and management of examines the role of the mass media in
Equipment: 35 mm camera and flush
techniques and basic requisite studio public relations agencies; planning the creation for the audience.
unit; film; darkroom and chemicals
experience. Content includes basic and executing multimedia public Credit: 3 Units
relations campaigns, special problems, Credit: 3 Units
shots, camera angles, principles of
the management of public opinion; JRN 2004 Public Relations Writing
composition, broadcast formats, basic JRN 2106 Principles of Broadcasting
broadcast editing techniques and research and evaluation techniques The course will teach students how
in public relations, in addition to the to write effectively in a variety of Writing for broadcast media, elements
technology and studio audio recording
function of institutional public relations media with the clarity, insight and of radio and television program
techniques.
for government or industry. skill expected of PR professionals. productions, radio and television news
Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units This will involve learning to judge reporting, live coverage of events
JRN 1105 Introduction to Broadcast the importance of information, set on location. Definitions of terms
Media JRN 1109 Introduction to Mass priorities and tailor writing to meet and the process of electronic media
Communication the needs of different audiences. The communication, and characteristics
Basic s of media produc tion: T V
camerawork, audio, microphones, This course traces the historical course focuses on the strategy of of radio. Characteristics and roles
lighting, videography, and basic development of print, broadcast, crafting and delivering a PR message of television and radio, television
recording of sound. Elementary aspects public relations and advertising and with special emphasis on pre-writing, and radio studio layout, radio and
of staging, make up, camera direction, their impact on society. At the same preparation and editing. television program pre-production,
and props, used on basic training time, it examines he rapid growth and Credit: 3 Units production and post-production,
development of the Internet as a new

animation, cartoons, puppets, new techniques used in the practice of media theory; normative theory of Prerequisite: JRN1109;
technologies, sound recording, news advertising to sell goods, services and media and society; media structures Credit: 3 Units
stories, features, audio and audio- ideas. It considers the development of and performance; media economics
visual documentary programs. advertising, its functions and varieties, and governance; media organization; JRN 3002 Introduction to News
Prerequisite: JRN1100 basic advertising research, basic media the production of media culture; Editing
Credit: 3 Units strategy, media markets and audience media content; processes and model News gathering and editing theories
for newspaper s and magazines, of media effects; news and political and techniques, policies and
JRN 2107 Writing for Broadcast television and radio, in addition to communication. philosophies, page layout, printing
Media other media ser vices, preparing Prerequisite: JRN1109; production and design. Professional
An exploration into the practice of advertising copy layout, development Credit: 3 Units orientation for journalism, public
writing for dif ferent formats and of adver tising campaigns and relations and advertising including
genres for factual productions in radio, budgeting. JRN 3000 News Reporting and in-house publications and journals,
television and film. In this course, the Prerequisite: JRN 1106 Writing newsletters and press releases. Co-
emphasis is on story development for Credit: 3 Units Emphasis will be on reporting, the requisite: the Gazette.
the factual genres. Ares to be covered gathering of information and turning Equipment: Computer lab
include loglines, pitches, treatments, JRN 2201 Introduction to Print Media that raw information into readable, Prerequisite: JRN 3000
proposals, factual story devel-opment, The concept and nature of news as informative and compelling stories for Credit: 3 Units
script formats, copy writing, styles, a product, qualities and desirable a newspaper audience. Issues covered
structure, and techniques involved qualifications of a news repor ter, include news theory, research, story JRN 3003 Media Law
in writing for Broadcast Advertising, sources of news, types of news events, structure and deadline writing. Story This course explores the social role of
Pu b lic S er vice A nno u nce me nt s the Inver ted and hourglass news components such as the Intro/Lead, journalism and the journalist from legal
(PSAs), Public Relations writing, and writing styles, gate-keeping, and attribution, the nut graph and back perspectives. It entails a thorough
Documentary and Feature scripting. interview techniques. grounding are covered. The art of examination of both the Constitution
Prerequisite: JRN 2106 Credit: 3 Units interviewing is taught and tested. of Kenya and that of United States of
Credit: 3 Units Beats such as the police, the courts, America as they defend free speech.
JRN 2223 Theories of Mass spor ts, business repor ting, local The cour se equips the s tudent
JRN 2109 History and Theory of Communication government, parliament, education, journalist with a working knowledge of
Advertising Introduction to the concepts and health, and covering press conferences media law relevant to their distinctive
This course aims to provide students theories of mass communication: are introduced. Equipment: Computer callings. This will entail looking at
with knowledge of the principles and mass communication and culture; new lab the Media Act 2007; the Defamation

Ac t; the Kenya Infor mation and responsibility. It examines in details in journalism activities and techniques. individual and community rights.
Communication Act as well as the professional and ethical challenges of A study of News Agencies as agents of Prerequisite: JRN 3000
Penal Code and how it affects the the coverage of elections and scientific globalization is incorporated. Finally, Credit: 3 Units
profession of journalism. The course subjects such as climate change. the course introduces the student
pays special attention to the Libel laws It also studies truth as journalism’s into functioning as an international JRN 3009 Community Media
and the various defences available in first obligation; who journalists work correspondent. A critique of approaches to alternative
Kenya. Then students are exposed to for; objec tivit y; indep endence; Prerequisite: JRN1109 media, based on critical theory and
various freedoms of information acts in proportionality; monitor of power; Credit: 3 Units theories of popular culture. The
a number of countries and particularly engagement versus relevance; and application of the critique to alternative
the existing drafts for Kenya before the dynamics between Press freedom JRN 3007 Media Law and Ethics media, to have some impact on issues
this law is introduced to Parliament. and the protec tion of individual This course explores the social role such as access, cultural development,
Trespass/privacy and government- and community rights. The course of journalism and the journalist from trading and production, in rural and/ or
related laws as they pertain to Kenya examines the principles of self- legal, historical, ethical, and economic community settings, feasibility studies
will be examined. The course is also regulation as it is practiced in various perspectives. Select case studies are of rural newspapers, radio stations,
intended to develop knowledge and countries especially, Kenya, Britain from legal, ethical and professional rural video production, and other
understanding of mass media legal United States and India. points of view. On legality, the course projects.
issues as they affect journalists in Prerequisite: JRN 3000 will equip the student journalist with Prerequisite: JRN 3000
Kenya, Africa and the rest of the world. Credit: 3 Units a working knowledge of media law Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units relevant to their distinctive callings.
JRN 3006 International Mass Media Libel laws, trespass/privac y and JRN 3010 Television and Video
JRN 3004 Media Ethics This course develops the student’s government-related laws as they Production I
This course examines the histor y knowledge and understanding of pertain to Kenya, will be examined. On A course on audio-visual media, and
of media fraternity’s search for a global mas s communic ation. In ethics and professionalism, the course evaluation of programs. Students’
code of ethics for Journalists in analyzing international media theories covers such perennial controversies work as individuals and in groups on
Kenya. It examines the differences and systems, it addresses the practice as truth, journalism’s first obligation; a variety of programs and in different
bet ween professionalism and and study of journalism from a variety who journalists work for; objectivity; talent and production roles. Tutorial
professionalization of journalism of inter national perspec tives. It indep endence; prop or tionalit y; and lab exercises require students to
in Kenya. The course covers such recognizes global trends in information monitor of power; engagement versus have basic media production skills.
perennial controversies as accuracy, flows and media ownership, and relevance; and the dynamics between Knowledge of production equipments
impartiality, fair play, decency and examines similarities and differences Press freedom and the protection of and camera techniques such as camera

shots, movements, angles and picture JRN 3012 Broadcast Presentation editing techniques for television and Credit: 3 Units
composition. Knowledge of script Specialized and advanced exploration radio.
writing, lighting equipment, television Prerequisite: JRN 3010 JRN 3015 Media Management
and practice of the principles and
studio and control room, electronic practice of broadcast news writing, Credit: 3 Units Attention is focused on managerial
editing, post-production work and editing, and presentation for communication prac tices and
practical assignments. JRN 3014 Corporate Media skills, organization and financing of
television. The course incorporates an
Management media house services, criticisms and
Equipment: TV studio, editing suites overview from newsroom organization
Prerequisite: JRN2107 to basic television news gathering and Attention is focused on managerial evaluation of media services. Also
Credit: 3 Units studio production, paying attention to communication prac tices and covered are management principles
ethics of newsgathering, basic rules of skills, organization and financing and theory and their application to
JRN 3011 Online Journalism grammar, techniques of copywriting, of media house services, criticisms the media and related industries. This
This course serves as an introduction field repor ting, inter viewing, and and evaluation of media services. course also explores media house
to the practice of journalism on the editing techniques for television and Also covered are communication management structures, procedures,
web. It provides an overview of the radio. channels, networks and organizational policies, and goals of news operations
technologies involved in building Prerequisite: JRN 3010 communication techniques. This within print and broadcast media. It
a web application, including skills Credit: 3 Units course also explores media house delves into the mechanics of news
learning. Students will learn about management structures, procedures, making as an industr y; business
journalistic issues relating to credibility, JRN 3013 Broadcast Journalism policies, and goals of news operations models, technology, relationships
ethics and standards on the web. Specialized and advanced exploration within print and broadcast media. It with program consumers, and the
History and context of new media and practice of the principles and delves into the mechanics of news impact of the increasing complexity
publishing, finding and evaluating practice of broadcast news writing, making as an industr y; business and competition. Such changes put
information online, hypertext and editing, and presentation for models, technology, relationships a premium on management planning
writing for new media, site architecture television. The course incorporates an with program consumers, and the and standards; all of which are essential
and design, digital images, digital overview from newsroom organization impact of the increasing complexity in creating a unique and differentiated
cameras, scanning, a case study on the to basic television news gathering and and competition. Such changes put presence in the program marketplace.
future of web-based journalism. studio production, paying attention to a premium on management planning Prerequisite: JRN 3000
ethics of newsgathering, basic rules of and standards; all of which are essential Credit: 3 Units
Equipment: Computer lab
grammar, techniques of copywriting, in creating a unique and differentiated
Prerequisite: JRN 3000 JRN 3016 Public Communication
field repor ting, inter viewing, and presence in the program marketplace.
Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: JRN 1106 This course focuses on developing

communication skills with an emphasis Are the journalists doing enough measure variables and how they utilize Prerequisite: JRN 3000
o n to p ic re s earc h, p at te r ns of toward the development of a these variables to develop conclusions Credit: 3 Units
organization and speech preparation, society that is undergoing serious concerning media audiences. The
speech deliver y techniques, reconstruction? Can journalism be subject examines issues in planning, JRN 3026 Gender Reporting
interpretive communication skills, and used to actually benefit and inspire r e s e a r c h, r e v i e w i n g l i t e r a t u r e, This course provides a theoretical and
analysis of popular speeches, radio and its audience? This course envisions developing research instruments and historical framework for understanding
TV presentation techniques. Attention the needs of a developing country. obtaining data, analyzing data and the complexities of cultural heritage,
will be given to theories of motivation It focuses on communities doing completing research projects with te nsio ns amo ng s ocial clas s es,
and leadership in communication. things for themselves. A part from its written reports, observations and gender and sexual prejudices. The
This course also aims at inculcating traditional beats, journalism is also findings. objective is to cover these subjects
practical, oral and written skills as well about highlighting what people are Credit: 3 Units with greater sophis tic ation and
as listening and speaking skills. doing to help transform their lives, be originality, and to prepare students for
Credit: 3 Units it alongside government or on their JRN 3025 Human Rights Reporting work in an increasingly global society.
own. The idea in this course is to avoid Develops knowledge on how the media Among issues covered are: cultural
JRN 3018 Organizational feeding media consumers with stories often impinges on individual human feminist media studies, stereotyping,
Communication about crime, calamity and scandal on a rights. The course also focuses on the pornographic media content, role of
This subjec t introduces students daily basis. But the basic professional challenges of reporting human rights gender in positioning the spectacular
to contempor ar y Kenyan and skills of reporting are respected, taking abuses in Kenya and overseas. Class in relation to images – film, television,
international public relations and into account the marketplace and the will discuss the history of the concept photo coverage of males versus
organizational communication special target audience. of human rights and innovations in females, and the place of women in
p r a c t ic e. St u d e nt s d eve l o p a n Credit: 3 Units the enforcement of human rights law. society
understanding of contemporary public Particular stress will be laid on the Prerequisite: JRN 3000
relations in the context of international JRN 3024 Communication Research practical and ethical challenges facing Credit: 3 Units
and external organizational This course aims to teach students reporters and investigators who cover
communication and in the relationship the theory and practice of audience human rights, in the course of duty. JRN 3027 New Media Production
between practice and theory. research methods and public opinion These include subjects such as refugee The course integrates traditional
Prerequisite: JRN 1106 polls. The subjec t examines the status, police tactics, tribal profiling, journalism with new media storytelling
Credit: 3 Units techniques used in media research; cour t procedures, and the moral skills and techniques and hands-on
how res earc her s define topic s, responsibility of multinational business professional experience. Students
JRN 3020 Development Journalism structure their research, control and for human rights. add web publishing to their print

or broadcast skills. web publishing JRN 3029 Media Studies review, book review, movie reviews, radio per formance. Students are
software, digital photography, audio; This course introduces students to studies the operations of cinema introduced to Radio Produc tion
audio-visual, and video production critical appreciation of media texts theatre industry, personal column, tools, skills and techniques and are
and interactive tools. Technology and structures, giving them grounding editorial comment, sports features and further guided in the acquisition of
training is balanced with an extensive in Marxist and neo-Marxist theories. writing of obituaries. operational skills related to handling
study of the issues that separate Web- Students would be able to see media Prerequisite: JRN 3000 the various radio production elements
based journalism from other forms of as a site where power dynamics in Credit: 3 Units such as microphones, audio console,
media. society play out at ideological level. audio recording and manipulation
JRN 3321 Radio Production I devices and software respectively,
Equipment: Lab, digital cameras, web We are living in a media saturated era
space and therefore a student of media and Theory of oral-aural communication, as well as help them understand the
Credit: 3 Units mass communication is expected to tools of production, control room, radio control room operations. The
develop a critical mind as a requisite t ypes of microphones, sound importance of acoustics is emphasized
JRN 3028 Business Reporting skill for journalism practice and media recording equipment, acoustics, tape and basic audio studio design is
This course introduces the tools and practice. In order to appreciate this recorders/cassettes, sound effects, introduced to enable students clearly
terms of business journalism so that students will be exposed to British editing, voicing, program formats – understand the centrality of acoustics
students can report business stories cultural studies and French semiotics interviews, talk shows, magazines, to effective audio production for radio.
in a readable and understandable and related meaning-making features, documentaries, script writing, This course provides students with
language. Students will be exposed theoretical frameworks. This course presenting, and practice in the studio. a comprehensive approach to radio
to different business beats. They will will equip students with critical media Equipment: Radio studio production; and requires students
be taught to develop sources and literacy skills and give them a good Prerequisite: JRN 2106 to make various radio production
analyze data: charts, graphs, financial foundation for taking higher degree Credit: 3 Units programme genres. It also equips
reports, economic indicators and on- programs in Media and Cultural students with audio editing skills using
line resources. A major emphasis is on Studies. JRN 3322 Radio Production modern audio production and editing
writing well-crafted, lively stories that Prerequisite: JRN 3000 The course introduces students to the software. The unit further expose
explain business concepts without Credit: 3 Units theoretical and practical approaches student s to modern commercial
relying upon the twin crutches of to r adio produc tion with great and non-commercial radio station
jargon and cliché. JRN 3301 Feature Writing emphasis on the development of operations through visits to selected
Prerequisite: JRN 3000 Develops techniques of feature article effective oral-aural communication radio stations. Students are guided in
Credit: 3 Units writing skills, knowledge of types of for modern radio production, focusing the development of critical minds in
feature articles, documentary-film on the development of ef fec tive

areas of professional radio production handling media conferences articles and other forms of modern story construction, writing of story
oriented toward the provision of and creating the public relations entertainment and information, viewed treatment, loglines and synopsis.
answers to some of the challenges campaigns. through the theory of modern and Other areas of focus will include the
faced in society. Prerequisite: JRN 1106 classical criticism lectures and critical development of story premise, theme,
Prerequisite: JRN2107 Credit: 3 Units practical yielding papers. Students plot, characterization, dialogue and
Credit: 3 Units work on critical formats in print and action. The students will be required
JRN 3922 Photojournalism non-print and the requirements for to develop a minor and major script as
JRN 3901 Principles of Advertising Equipment: computer lab, digital publication and broadcast. part of their assessment.
History and theory of advertising, cameras, scanner, photographic paper Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: JRN2107
marketing function of advertising, and colour printer. Credit: 3 Units
types of advertising - radio, television, Reporting the news and telling stories JRN 4012 Writing for Visual Media
newspapers, magazines, informal with the camera. Stresses recognition, Script-writing for audio-visual screen, JRN 4025 Creative Writing
adver tising, and adver tising as development and creation of news a television documentary, features, Develops knowledge and skills of the
communication. The adver tising photographs and the skills of the photo magazines, news bulletins, writing building blocks of creative writing.
agency, advertising design, research editor. Provides experience in shooting editorial commentaries, the screen Fic t io nalize d w r i t ing b as e d o n
in ad ver tising, p ublic relations and digital editing. Incorporates skills language, developing the stor y- creative interpretation of perceived
advertising, measuring effectiveness such as photo-story and photo-essay line – plot, characterization, setting, event s in societ y and creatively
of advertising, gender and other issues production; transmitting electronic sound recording, scenes, music. developing plot s/themes with a
in advertising, portrayal of women, images and judging photographs for The storyboard techniques, piecing view to understanding the elements
ethics. publication. Students are also exposed it together, production and post- of fiction writing. Analysis of plots,
Prerequisite: JRN 2109 to research, law and ethics as it applies production. themes, characterization; setting,
Credit: 3 Units to the photojournalist. Credit: 3 Units timing and environment. Perceiving
Prerequisite: JRN 2103 and developing incidents, episodes,
JRN 3911 Principles of Public Credit: 3 Units JRN 4013 Broadcast Screenwriting suspense, dialogue, flashbacks, story
Relations The students will learn the theory beginnings, story endings and humor.
Pu b lic relatio ns p r incip le s a n d JRN 4011 Mass Media Criticism and prac tice of broadcast script Prerequisite: ENG 2206 (Minimum: C
prac tices, including writings and Radio, television, music, the recording development through analysis and Plain)
using media releases and public i n d u s t r y, t h e t h e a t r e, b o o k s , practical scriptwriting for film, stage Credit: 3 Units
service announcement, media liaison, television, and video production.
crisis communication management, Assignments and projects will involve

JRN 4027 Documentary Production JRN 4030 Television and Video broader Nairobi cosmopolitan. Under Media Audiences
This is an advanced level course Production II the supervision of faculty and guest
The study of advertising within media
in documentar y video-film, which This is an intermediate level course practicing journalists, student editors
economic s, s tudies of audience
involves shooting on location, script designed to give s tudent s with make the assignments and handle
effects, popular culture, and media
writing and editing for broadcast knowledge of video and television layout and copy editing, while others
economic policy.
media. Each student will undertake production skills and techniques. The work as general assignment reporters.
Credit: 3 Units
the writing of a major project for film course covers television production This course will sharpen your for
or broadcast media. The course will and direction, elements of visual reporting, writing and editing skills. It JRN 4034 Broadcast Script Writing
cover writing proposal and production style, picture composition, television will prepare you for newspaper jobs The student will analyze and practice
treatment; elements, characteristics, graphics and set design as well as the and help you stretch and produce the craft of scriptwriting for film,
plot and narrativity; as well as the use of television production facilities quality journalism. Co-requirement: stage television, video and radio. This
development of a story idea through a and equipment. Special attention is the Gazette production. Equipment: will include study and exercises in
shooting script. paid to the writing, production and Computer lab story construction, premise, theme,
Prerequisite: JRN 3010 presentation of broadcast news and Prerequisites: JRN 2103 characterization, dialogue and action.
Credit: 3 Units public affairs programming. Credit: 3 Units The student will be required to
Equipment: TV studio, editing suites develop a minor and major script as
JRN 4029 Radio Production II JRN 4032 Public Relations Ethics
Prerequisite: JRN 3010 well as weekly projects relating to the
This course provides an intensive Credit: 3 Units Event promoters and access to news
lecturers.
practical experience, which emphasizes assemblers, relationship between
Prerequisite: JRN 2106
profes sional independence and JRN 4031 Print Media Production politicians or officials and the media,
Credit: 3 Units
creativity of the student. Students will This is a hands-on opportunity to election campaigns and pseudo-
create and produce radio magazine experience print journalism. It is the events, efficient supply of suitable JRN 4037 Advertising and Creative
programs, radio dramas and radio practical convergence zone of all those material, power and influence of Strategy
documentaries. In addition, students journalistic principles already learnt s o u r c e, g o o d p u b lic r e lat io n s, This course examines various
will undertake the production of sound in earlier principal courses. Students dependency of media on limited theoretical frameworks necessar y
effects and multi-task recordings. plan, report, write and produce a sources, and mutual self-interest in for ef fec tive organizational
Prerequisite: JRN 3322 quarterly newspaper/magazine that news coverage. communic ation. It analy zes the
Credit: 3 Units focuses primarily on campus life and Credit: 3 Units application of communication
in-depth stories emanating from the s t r ate gie s w it hin organiz atio ns
JRN 4033 Advertising Content and

in ter ms of their ef fec tivenes s. C at alo g s, co mp any maga zines, projec t under the direc tion of a After the tour, the student s required
It provides the infrastruc ture internal communications and web faculty member and approved by the to come up with a report and media
necessar y for the such per tinent b a s e d c o m m u nic at io n s w ill b e department chair or dean. Projects product based on the experience.
concepts and variables as message, covered. Students will create writing may include librar y or empirical Prerequisite: Senior standing and
channel, net wor ks, infor mation, and messaging for advertisements research, analysis and written or oral completion of core courses; JRN3029
information flow, communication in a variety of media with visual and presentation of a report on a topic in Credit: 3 Units
c l i m a t e, c o m m u n i c a t i o n a u d i t verbal components. Copywriting for the student’s major field.
aimed at analyzing organizational consumer business to business (b2b) Prerequisite: Senior standing and
communication problems and an advertising will be analyzed, evaluated completion of core courses; JRN3024
introduction to inter ventions and and studied. Credit: 3 Units
methods of communication training. Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units) JRN 4910 Journalism Internship
JRN 4401 Editorial Writing Inter ns hip in b us ine s s, s c ho ol,
JRN 4040 Television and Video The course develops the students’ non-profit organization, volunteer
Production III editorial appreciation and editorial organization or in another group or
An over view of TV as a media genre, writing. The subjects include the organization approved by the faculty
basic definitions, charac teristics, nature and functions of various types department chair or dean. Must be
concepts, roles of TV, TV studios, of editorial and other opinion pieces, in the student’s major area of study.
TV program production, animation, local and international editorial policies A minimum of 120 hours required.
cartoons, puppets, new technologies of newspapers, writing editorial and (Grading is credit/no credit)
– cable TV, satellite communication, other opinion pieces for newspapers Prerequisite: Senior standing and
videotapes, camera. and magazines, selec ting and completion of core courses
Prerequisite: JRN 4030 managing Letters to the Editor column. Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units Equipment: Computer lab
JRN 4911 Media Tour Experience
Prerequisite: JRN 3000
JRN 4050 Advertising Planning and This course focuses on giving senior
Credit: 3 Units
Placement students experiences where students
The fundamentals of creative writing JRN 4900 Journalism Project tour local, regional or international
for print, electronic media, out-of- E x tended individual research or media organizations to wor k or
home, direct marketing, retailing, observe the functioning of the media.

MAC : Master of Arts in Communication Studies
MAC 6010: Introduction to Graduate MAC 6030: Introduction to the course will explore communication, approaches and analysis skills; use
Studies Digital Age entrepreneur ship and busines s; of APA manual referencing style;
This course introduces newly-admitted This course explores the changes in self-employment, entrepreneurial production of a research project.
graduate students to the principles society occasioned by technological opportunities in the communication;
stages of building and launching a MAC 6060: Global Communication
and philosophy of graduate studies advancement and how this impacts
in communication. Student s will the field of communication and nature project; gauging the marketplace; Communication systems are rarely
learn different professional activities of audiences. In this course, students crafting a business plan; developing national or regional but have a global
and methods used in the graduate will reflect on the recent changes in a prototype; managing technology genesis. This course introduces the
communication studies. Additionally, communication technologies and how building and engaging audiences; student to the underlying historical
t hey will lear n t he met ho d s of it is changing how communication communication consulting skills; trends of global communication,
conducting research and standards for professionals communicate with facilitation, training, presentation at tempts to theorize global
writing at graduate level. the publics and how people access, c o a c hi n g, s p e e c h w r i t i n g, a n d communication, the globalization of
understand, and process information. communicating organizational change; media industries and its impact on the
MAC 6020: Communication Theory Students will further explore this new consulting basics, proposals, cost world economy, politics and culture
This course will help students become media landscape and its impact on estimating, and writing final reports. as well as the implications of new
more interested in theories of mass the broader sociocultural, political technologies for communication in the
MAC 6050: Communication Research future.
communication, such that they will and economic contexts. Topics will
Methods
be able to identify themselves with include globalization and new media,
The course will prepare students to MAC 6120: Organizational
some of the theories which they will cyber-culture, social media and net
undertake research projects in the area Communication
find fascinating to understand, how democracy among others.
they work, their meanings, effects, and of corporate and mass communication. The course is designed to explicate
applications in society. The course is MAC 6040: Entrepreneurship for It will explore introduction to basics principles of organizational
intended to provide students with an Communication Professionals of the quantitative and qualitative communication and prepare students
understanding of mass communication This course is designed to research process; research design, for careers within organizations.
theories-in-action, not just theories-in- impar t k nowledge and s kills in instrumentation, data collec tion, The course will explore analyses of
a-textbook or research papers. entrepreneurship to graduate students and data analysis; problem organizations and their structure;
so they can have the capacity to identification; research questions organizations and the communication
embark on their own businesses when development; findings presentation proces s f rom a broader social,
the opportunity presents itself. The using quantitative and qualitative economic, cultural context within

a global perspective; analysis of project within an organization of their thesis within the department advised as well. At the completion of the
traditional and contemporary theories choice which must be approved by by a faculty member, and he or she project, the student will prepare an
of communication in the context the supervisor with the tasks to be must defend the proposal successfully. exhibit for the examiners to evaluate.
of modern complex organizations undertaken clearly delineated and the This course will cover Chapter 1 For thesis students, this segment
(government, industry, education, etc.); product to come out of this process (background and statement of the of the course will cover Chapter 4
relational strategies of organizational clearly defined. At the proposal stage, problem), Chapter 2 (literature review) (findings), and Chapter 5 (discussion
design; organizational culture; network the student will carry out formative and Chapter 3 (methodology). and conclusion) of the research
strategies of organizational design; research and spell out procedures for Prerequisite: MAC6050 project / thesis. Chapter 4 will focus on
organizational power; communication carrying out the project which must be Credit: 3 Units presenting the research findings. On
and organizational decision making, successfully defended. The product the other hand, Chapter 5 interprets
organizational change, diversit y, could be a media product such as MAC 6852 Project II the meaning of the findings and their
globalization; role of technology in a documentary, developing digital This course is a continuation of implication to the topic, research
organization. content for an organization, cases MAC6851 (Project I). For the project, limitations, and recommendations on
studies, a crisis communication plan, an the student will under take all the to overcome such shortcomings in
MAC 6851 Project I advocacy strategy, training manual in tasks required to execute the project future similar studies.
The students will choose either a an area of communication related to a with advice from the department and Prerequisite: MAC6851
project or a thesis. For the project, the student’s concentration. Alternatively, depending on the nature of the project, Credit: 3 Units
students will be engaged in a specific the student could also choose to do a an external advisor may be appointed

MDS: Media Studies
MDS 6110: Media Criticism and interdisciplinary field situated at the and global events will be covered. media-based cases that promote the
Theory intersections of communication, media development of critical thinking and
and journalism fields, political science MDS 6160: Multimedia Journalism problem-solving skills. By discussing
This course introduces students to how
to investigate media criticism through and sociology. As such, its theoretical In this course, students will learn how real-world scenarios, students will be
a variety of theories and methods. It foundations and empirical approaches to make the most of digital technology better able to anticipate and prepare
examines media from various dominant are also drawn from the-mentioned to tell their stories effectively across for experiences in their future careers.
critical perspectives that contribute fields. The course is, thus, designed multiple media platforms – print,
to introduce students to major works audio, video and online. It will address MDS 6190: Community Media and
to the understanding of media role
and topic in this interdisciplinary field. multi-media and cross-media thinking, ICT in Development
in society. Such perspectives include
organizational, Marxist and pragmatic, It will explore the role of political organizing, reporting and producing This course will explore community
psychoanalytic, and cultural, among communication in democratic practice, for both short-form spot news and media initiatives, information and
others. Throughout the semester the engagements that occur among long -for m features. The cour se communication technology (ICTs)
students will explore, understand, and citizens, between citizens and their will deliberate on both storytelling interventions, and the role they have
effectively apply the various schools governments, and among officials principles and specific technical played in the field of development
of media criticism through reading, within governments. practices, providing journalists with the and social change. Mobile phones
watching, discussing, and writing wide mindset and skills they need to adapt are playing an increasingly important
MDS 6140: Media, Identity and their writing and reporting for the tools role. This course will explore the role
range of media texts.
Representation of today’s change media landscape of ICTs and community media in social
MDS 6120: Media Writing In this course, students will explore due to the advent in new technology. change and analyze the effectiveness
In this course, students will learn to how media represents different groups of these mediums. It will investigate
and the discourse it creates regarding MDS 6170: Media Management the key factors that contribute towards
write for a multimedia environment.
The course equips learners with writing different ethnic or racial groups. It This course will cover media the quality and sustainability of these
skills suited for print, broadcast, and will explore the role of stereotypes, management theories. Specifically, mediums, and question the role that
public relations. Students will learn how media communicates identity it will explore responsibilities of larger political and economic context
to synthesize and integrate these of dif ferent groups including managers of media organizations plays. Students will be able to reflect
styles to be effective media writers. construction of national identity and such as leader ship, motivation, on the role these mediums have played
Additionally, they will learn basic culture in international media and self- planning, marketing, and strategic in development (e.g. issues such as
principles of Internet writing and social representation in mass media. Media management. It will further explore HIV/AIDS, gender, health, agriculture,
media reporting. construction of gendered identities management of public service media education, disaster mitigation) through
in films, news media, entertainment and the challenges of changing exploring both the theory and best
MDS 6130: Political Communication and other forms of media and the media landscape occasioned by practice of these tools.
Po l i t i c a l C o m m u n i c a t i o n i s a n implication of media on social political new technology. The course will use

PRD: Production SCC: Strategic Corporate Communication
PRD 3005 The Art of The Pitch SND 1005 History and Theory of The purpose of this course is to teach SCC6110 Corporate Communication
The purpose of this course is to help Sound For Film And Video students the basics of sound mixing. This course is designed to introduce
students encapsulate their ideas This course gives a sur vey of the Dif ferent sound instruments will students to the core principles and
into saleable concepts, present history of sound theory for both film be used for technical and creative theories in corporate communication
those ideas, and communicate with and video to enable the student to influences on individual sounds and as a necessar y foundation to
the writers and others who become appreciate the latest technologies in multiple sounds on varying channels understanding the discipline and
involved in bringing these ideas to sound production and management. and tracks. practice of corporate communication/
fruition. Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units public relations. The course will cover
Credit: 3 Units SND 3010 Sound Script Analysis and trends in corporate communication
SND 2010 Sound Physics
Project from both the academic and
PRD 4010 Producing: From Green The purpose of this course is to pr ac titioner wor lds; theoretic al
Light to Completion introduce the students to the physical The purpose of this course is to teach
foundations, historical development,
properties of sound. Students will be students how to write and analyze the
This course focuses on the corporate communication practice,
able to appreciate sound calibration script along with all its basic elements
independent producer and the vast corporate citizenship, corporate
and its significance in good sound that go into professional writing being
array of skills required to make a identit y, cor por ate culture, the
production and management. prepared for production.
film from inception to completion. role of corporate communication
Prerequisite: FLA 1020 Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: FLA 2035 in propagating an organization’s
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units purpose and goals, public opinion
SND 2015: Sound Design and and per suasion, developing
PRD 4015 Internship in Producing:
Aesthetics communication policies, change
From Green Light to Completion
communication and public relations
This is a caps tone course that The purpose of this course is to
ethics and professionalism.
triangulates the theory and practice introduce students to the basics of
of the classroom and the praxis of sound design and how to use the SCC6120 Integrated Marketing
the industry. The course is designed sound in an artistic way for professional Communication
to serve as an exit assessment of the production.
T his cour s e will c reate a clear
student’s competence to serve the Prerequisite: SND 2010
understanding of traditional
film industry. Credit: 3 Units
advertising and promotional tools,
Credit: 3 Units SND 3005 Sound Mixing and show how other key elements

within the marketing communications corporate communication; the power PR and journalistic writing; press situations.
mix (e.g. advertising, direct marketing, of cor por ate communic ation to releases, media advisories, fact sheets,
manage complexity; public relations in newsletter articles, talking points, crisis SCC 6170 Communications Strategies
promotion and the Internet) can be
international management; differences materials, presentations, video scripts, and Campaigns
integrated. The course will explore
elements of integrated marketing in organization of the corporate adver tising copy, backgrounders, This course will help students learn
communication; optimum mix of communication function in various features and online content. how to do strategic communication
media and message; matching media organizational settings; the strategic planning in order to adequately
to target audience, the use of the communication role; professional SCC 6160 Issues & Crisis suppor t the organizational goals
internet and now Web 2.0 support. development; the entrepreneurial Management of an organization. The course
It will also cover the impor tance role of the corporate communication This cour se will equip s tudent s w ill cove r s t r ate gic lea d e r s hip
of a co m p re he ns i ve a p p ro ac h, officer; the professional identity of with the skills needed to anticipate and communication program
identification of below-the-line and the corporate communication and issues likely to affect an organization development, management, and
above-the- line-media, evaluating communications professionals in the negatively as well as how to handle evaluation. Strategic thinking, how
audience characteristics, designing 21st century. a crisis, should it happen, in a way to build a strategic communications
integrated campaigns proposals that will restore an organization’s plans; components of communication
and measuring the effectiveness of SCC 6140 Public Relations Writing reputation. The course will cover the plans; targeting the right audiences
marketing campaigns. This course will refine and strengthen overview of social, economic and social with the right mes sages at the
students’ written communication changes for organizations; anticipatory right times and through the right
SCC 6130 Managing the skills with par ticular emphasis on strategic management, environmental channels; discussion of strategic
Communication Function communicating on behalf of the scanning, responding to stakeholder planning tools, implementation fully
This course is designed to help organization or clients to diverse public ex p e c t at io n s a n d p e r c e pt io n s . integrated communication programs,
students explore theoretical and audiences. Students completing Introduction to crisis management; monitoring and evaluation of strategic
practical issues related to managing this course should develop the skills crisis management principles, communication.
communication within various to plan, organize, write and edit strategies, tactics, and communication
organizational contexts. This course various organizational communication methods. Development a crisis
will cover management skills of the materials. The course will cover management plan for analysis and
corporate communication function; over view of Public Relations (PR) discussion, predict, manage, and
conceptualizing and organizing Writing; review of journalistic writing control of real-world controversies
principles; dif ferences bet ween and media relations skills for crisis

SCR: Screen
SCR 3005 Screen Writing: Characters SCR 4005 Feature Film Writing
& Genres This cour se gives the s tudent s
The purpose of this course is to advanced skills in dramatic screenplay
teach students the basics of screen writing. Students immerse themselves
writing in terms of different genres in the theory of script writing for the
and construction of powerful and future film.
convinCINg characters. Prerequisite: SCR 3015
SCR 3010 Writing for the Short Film SCR 4010 Script Analysis and Project
This course seeks to equip students For Scripting
with skills of script management for The purpose of this course is to teach
the short film. It teaches the students students how to write and analyze the
the essence of precise thinking for script along with all its basic elements
the short film story development and that go into professional writing being
aesthetics. prepared for production.
Prerequisite: SCR 3005 Prerequisite: SCR 4005
SCR 3015 Writing for Television
Drama
This course incorporates a
comprehensive understanding of
how the industry operates as well
as covering the technicalities of
scriptwriting itself.
Prerequisite: SCR 3010
Credit: 3 Units

School of Communication, Cinematics and Creative Arts Faculty Profile
Cherutich, Isaiah K. (Linguistics), Kenyatta University; Ph.D. B. Education (Business Studies), Assistant Professor of Mass
Lecturer of Journalism & Public (Communication), Daystar University. Kenyatta University; MA Communication
Relations Specialty areas: Media, Corporate and (Communication Studies), Daystar Ph.D (Jomo Kenyatta University of
M.A. (Journalism) Moscow State Development Communication University; Ph. D (Mass Communication Agriculture and Technology); M.A.
University. and Media Arts), Southern Illinois Communication, Daystar University;
Specialty Areas: Broadcast journalism Ireri, Kioko University Carbondale, USA. B.Ed. (Fine Art), Kenyatta University;
and public relations. Associate Professor of Journalism and Specialty Areas: S p e c i a l t y A r e a s; N e w M e d i a;
Mass Communication Social Media; Social Network Sites;
Diang'a, Rachael A. Chair, Department of Journalism & Nyabere, Emily Development Communication; Risk
Assistant Professor of Film Corporate Communication Lecturer of Animation Communication; Behaviorial Change
Chair, Department of Cinematic Arts B.Phil, M.A., Miami University; Ph.D., B.A. (Fine Art), Kenyatta University; M.A. Communication; Mass Communication;
B.Ed (Arts); M.A. (Literature/Film Indiana University- Bloomington; (Digital Film and Animation), London
Studies); Ph.D (Film Technology), Specialty Areas: Journalism, Mass Metropolitan University;
Kenyatta University; communication, International Mass Specialty Areas:
Specialty Areas: African Cinema, Film Media, Public Opinion, Communication
Production, Postcolonial Cultures. and Politics, Comparative Global Nyanoti, Joseph Nyamwange
Journalism. Lecturer of Journalism
Gichaga, Lucy Wanjiku B.A., M.A., PGD (Mass.Com.) University
Assistant Professor of Communication James, Sylvester Mutua of Nairobi;
B. Ed., Egerton University; M. A. Lecturer of Journalism Specialty Areas: Editing Skills, News
(Communication), Daystar University; B.A., Kenyatta University; PGD-Film Reporting and Writing.
Ph. D (Communication Studies), Regent Production and Directing, Kenya
University, USA; Institute of Mass Communication; Ochieng, Robi Koki
S p e c i a lt y A re a s: D eve l o p m e nt PGDE, Kenyatta University; M.A., Lecturer of Journalism
Communication, Digital Media; Daystar University. B.Ed. (Arts), Moi University; M.A.
Specialty areas: electronic media and (Communication Studies), University of
Kimotho, Stephen Gichuhi development communication. Nairobi;
Assistant Professor of Strategic & Health Specialty Areas: Development and
Communication Njoroge, Dorothy W. Organizational Communication;
B. Ed. (Arts), Moi University; M.A. Assistant Professor of Corporate
Communication Sikolia, Geoffrey Sekde

School of With regard to the graduate studies, the school ensures standardization of all
Graduate Studies, graduate programs, encourages collaboration amongst the graduate programs,
oversees implementation processes and quality checks, fundraises for graduate
programs provides the criteria for admission of graduate students, manages
Research & Extension comprehensive examinations, oversees internal and external examination of
theses and reviews students’ graduation requirements before approval by the
senate. The school also offers training services to students, staff and faculty on
applied research (proposal development, research methodology, publishing and
CONTACT: Susan Muchai dissemination of research output).
Phone: +254 730 116441 With regard to research and extension, the school’s mandate is to link the
E-MAIL: smuchai@usiu.ac.ke university with the industry by offering value add support to industry. This is to
Prof. Amos Njuguna be achieved by;

• Providing cutting edge consultancies and trainings to industry and becoming
Dean, knowledge partners in industry events
School of Graduate Studies, Research & Extention • Undertaking research that is relevant to the industry hence create a think tank
Phone: +254 730 116 442 for the industry’s use and advise on the intellectual property rights of the
E-mail: amnjuguna@usiu.ac.ke outcome of such research and consequent products developed
• Providing alternative thinking to the social problems affecting the society at
The School of Graduate Studies, Research and large and ensuring that policy advocacy is based on valid data
Extension provides a one stop shop for all graduate • Hosting public lectures where industry leaders share their experiences with
students’ needs and supports academic research in the university students
line with University policy. • Providing industry leaders with a forum to address multi-disciplinary
The School oversees graduate programs, partnerships conferences
with other universities and industry, research • The school has responsibility for all extension and related services.
opportunities and funding, upcoming conferences • Lastly the school promotes research culture by supporting public lectures
and workshops, colloquia and scholarships for and hosting academic conferences. The overall university annual conference
graduate research. (EAMARC) is hosted in November, while other conferences with specific
themes are hosted on a quarterly basis.

School of
Humanities and Social Sciences
CONTACT: Anne Minyande
Prof. Martin C. Njoroge
Phone: (+254) 730 116 433
Dean
E-MAIL: shss@usiu.ac.ke
Phone: (+254) 730 116 433/434
E-mail: mcnjoroge@usiu.ac.ke
School Mission Statement
Dr. Michael Kihara The mission of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences is to
Associate Dean
Phone: (+254) 730 116 558 provide an enabling learning environment through quality programs
E-mail: mkihara@usiu.ac.ke where undergraduate,graduate and doctoral students acquire
knowledge, skills, positive attitudes, values and desirable behavior.
Further SHSS is committed to promoting the generation and
Prof. Cassandra Veney dissemination of knowledge in order to create a better world.
Chair, Department of International Relations
Phone: (+254) 730 116 150
Email: cveney@usiu.ac.ke School Mission Outcomes
1. Competence in critical thinking, creative skills, use of technology,
Prof. Frederick Iraki and communication skills.
Chair, Department of Languages & Literature 2. Effective, efficient and ethical leadership.
Phone: (+254) 730 116 595 3. Service to the community: acquire practical working experience
Email: firaki@usiu.ac.ke
through participation and contribution to community and societal
Dr.Josephine Arasa causes.
Chair, Department of Psychology 4. Preparedness for career and lifelong learning in their chosen
Phone: (+254) 730 116 181 disciplines as well as understanding of and appreciation for the
Email: jarasa@usiu.ac.ke
interdisciplinary nature of knowledge.
Dr. Simeon Sungi 5. Use of qualitative and quantitative research skills in humanities and
social sciences.
Chair, Department of Sociology & Criminal Justice
Phone: (+254) 730 116 502 6. Awareness and appreciation of diversity, and development of a
Email: ssungi@usiu.ac.ke world view informed by a multicultural and global perspective.
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Academic Programs
The international and multicultural at the same time, maintaining the • B rea d t h a n d d e pt h i n t h eir For Psychology students, in
emphasis of the University is central to integrity and quality of individual chosen disciplines as well as compliance with APA ethics code,
the mission of the School of Humanities disciplines. A s t he s c hool wit h understanding and appreciation a student’s personal therapy is not
and Social Sciences. The belief that the critical responsibilit y for the of the interdisciplinary nature of permitted with USIU-Africa Psychology
neither nations nor individuals can broad intellectual development of knowledge; faculty.
survive in isolation impacts program undergraduates, it stresses clear • Effective and ethical leadership; Graduate psychology program
design and course content. The understanding of facts, events and • Service to the community; admission requirements
school stresses understanding and ideas in a global perspective. • Preparedness for professions, Applicants without a background in
appreciation of cultural diversity, Towards those ends, the faculty of specific careers, or further study; Psychology should make arrangements
societal interdependence, and global the School of Humanities and Social and to complete the pre-requisite courses
perspectives. Its culturally diverse Sciences s trives to nur ture and • Skill in using computers as learning a semester or two in advance of the Fall
faculty is committed to preparing develop students who, by the time tools. Semester of the academic year they
students for enlightened leadership in they successfully complete their For graduate students, the above- are expected to commence studies for
an increasingly related world. coursework at USIU-Africa, will have listed goals will be evidenced at a their MA degree.
The School of Humanities and Social manifested the following attitudes, more sophisticated level. Additionally,
Sciences offers a range of programs skills, understandings, and behavior: graduate students will manifest the
that serve the academic needs of the • G l o b a l o u t l o o k , i .e. s h o w following:
University. It is home to a variety of under s tanding, respec t, and • Advanced skills and comprehension
undergraduate majors, Master of Arts appreciation for others irrespective in their specific discipline;
programs in International Relations, of cultural backgrounds and,
• Independent and co-operative
Counseling Ps ychology Clinic al additionally, show a deeper and
research and scholarship;
Psychology and Marriage and Family broader understanding of the
Therapy, and doctoral programs in interactions, interconnectedness, • Ability to function effectively as
Clinical Psychology and International and interdependence of individuals and as members of
Relations. individuals and cultures; multicultural, international teams;
• Competency in critical, creative, and
These programs emphasize
interdisciplinary approaches while, and quantitative skills in thinking, • Leadership in chosen discipline and
writing, and speaking; areas of interest.

Certificates Bachelor of Arts Programs • Psychology Doctoral Programs
Students who elect to take all seven courses • Sociology • Doctor of Psychology, PsyD,
Majors • Spanish
in Chemical Dependency; or five courses Clinical Psychology
in Health Psychology (Open to graduate The School of Humanities and • Swahili
• Doctor of Philosophy in
students only) minors receive a certificate Social Sciences offers the following Minors in the Chandaria School of International Relations
i.e. Certificate in Chemical Dependency or undergraduate degrees and majors: Business and School of Science and
Certificate in Health Psychology. • International Relations (B.A.) Technology are also available.
• Psychology (B.A.) Master of Arts Programs
• Criminal Justice Studies (B.A.) At the graduate level, the School of
Humanities and Social Sciences offers
Minors the following programs:
The following minors are available: • Clinical Psychology (M.A.)
• African Studies • Counseling Psychology (M. A.)
• Arabic • International Relations (M. A.)
• Chemical Dependency • Marriage and Family Therapy (M.
• Chinese A.)
• Comparative Philosophy The International Relations
• Criminal Justice Studies undergraduate and graduate
• English programs offer concentrations in:
• Family Studies • Diplomacy & Foreign Policy
• French • Development Studies
• Gender Studies • Peace & Conflict Studies
• Health Psychology • Intergrated Studies
• I n d u s t r i a l / O r g a n i z a t i o n a l
The Marriage and Family
Psychology
Therapy graduate program offers
• Integrated Studies
concentrations in:
• International Relations
• Family Violence and Trauma
• Japanese
• Mindfulness and Family Therapy
• Literature
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
Mission Statement
The Criminal Justice program seeks to provide a general and specialized education in Criminal Justice that is grounded in theory, research and best professional
practices. The program is committed to impart attitudes, skills, knowledge and problem solving abilities in areas related to justice for all citizens: victims, witnesses and
offenders; and thus to produce professionals who have the ability to creatively envision changing relationships within the systems of criminal justice and are dedicated
to honorable service in a diverse society.
Program Learning Outcomes Degree Requirements PSY2105 Social Psychology

UPPER DIVISION CORE 30 UNITS
In addition to the university wide outcomes of: higher order thinking; oral and 120 Units CJS 3301 Crime and Public Policy (OI)
written competence; scientific and technological literacy; global understanding CJS 3303 Victimology (WI)
Cour s es are t hree unit s unles s
and multicultural perspectives; and service to the community, whose foundation CJS 3306 Criminal Investigations
otherwise indicated
is laid by General Education Program (see section on General Education), the CJS 3307 Comparative Criminal
following are the Criminal Justice program-specific learning outcomes: General Education 39 Units
Justice Systems
See General Education Program
1. Outline the components, procedures and the role of the criminal justice CJS 3309 Terrorism and International
MAJORS 57 Units
professionals in both local and international systems; Security (ILI)
LOWER DIVISION CORE 27 UNITS CJS 4120 Criminal Evidence (OI)
2. Apply relevant theories to analyze crime in society and the criminal justice
CJS 1101 Introduction to Criminal CJS 4130 Research Methods in
system’s response;
Justice Systems Criminal Justice (WI,ILI)
3. Appraise the role of ethics and diversity in criminal justice procedures in CJS 1103 Juvenile Justice CJS 4136 International Criminal Law
decision-making as a criminal justice professional; CJS 1104 Criminology and Procedures
4. Use ICT and emerging technological innovations in the analysis of crime and CJS 2201 Criminal Law SOC 3305 Deviant Behaviour
management of Criminal Justice systems; CJS 2202 Criminal Procedure CJS 4900 Criminal Justice Project
5. Conduct research in a criminal justice field. CJS 2204 Corrections and OR
Punishment CJS 4910 Criminal Justice Internship
CJS 2205 Ethics in Criminal Justice
CJS 2211 Community and Social
Justice
ELECTIVES 9 UNITS CJS 4140 Police Administration • Accounting • Information Systems
OR • African Studies • Integrated Studies
Lower Division (Choose One Course) CJS 4150 Criminal Justice • Broadcast Media • International Relations
CJS 2207 Diversity and Criminal Administration • Journalism
• Chemical Dependency
Justice CJS 4125 Seminar in Criminal
• Comparative Philosophy • Marketing
CJS 2210 Crime and Gender Justice
PSY 2125 Human Sexuality PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology • Environmental Studies • Management
• Family Studies • Print Media
Upper Division (Choose 2 Courses) • Finance • Public Relations
CJS 3305 Forensic Science MINOR 15 UNITS
• Gender Studies • Psychology
CJS 3312 Community Policing All CJS students must select a minor • Health Psychology • Sociology
CJS 3313 Information Technology
from one of the following areas: • Industrial Psychology
and Crime

Bachelor of Arts in International Relations
Mission Statement
To generate and disseminate knowledge and produce highly qualified graduates in International Relations. To be a leading International Relations program in research,
dissemination and application of knowledge in the areas of Foreign Policy, Diplomacy, Development, Conflict, Peace, and Security Studies.
Program Learning Outcomes: 6. Formulate informed policy responses IRL 3003 Research Methods in IR (WI) (Students MUST take one of the following
In addition to the university wide to threats and opportunities that IRL 3005 Contemporary Theories & concentrations)
outcomes of: higher order thinking; face a state’s strategic threats. Ideologies Diplomacy & Foreign Policy 18 Units
oral and written competence; scientific Degree Requirements (120 units) IRL 3021 African Philosophy & All students taking this concentration must
and technological literacy; global Courses are three units unless Ideologies take:
understanding and multicultural otherwise indicated. IRL 3100 Diplomacy
IRL 3060 African International
perspectives; leadership and ethics General Education (39 units) IRL 3110 Simulation Exercise (OI)
Relations IRL 3200 Negotiation & Mediation
and service to the community whose
See General Education IRL 4020 International Law (OI) IRL 4120 International
foundation is laid by the General
Major (57 Units) Humanitarian Law
Education program, the following IRL 4030 International Political
are the specific program learning Economy (ILI) Choose two courses below.
Lower Division Core Courses 12 Units
outcomes: IRL 2000 Foundations of IR IRL 4075 Mechanism of International IRL 4040 Africa – Asia Relations
1. Utilize concepts and theories of IRL 2005 Comparative Foreign Communication (OI) IRL 4055 Africa – Middle East
International Relations in addressing Policy Relations
IRL 4900 International Relations
issues in their areas of specialization IRL 2010 International IRL 4050 U.S. / Africa Relations
2. Conduc t research on issues in Organizations Project (WI) IRL 4065 East Africa in World Affairs
POL 2201 Introduction to Political Or IRL 4035 Environmental Politics
International Relations
Science IRL 4151 Field Study (WI)
3. Analyze dynamics of world politics. IRL 4910 International Relations IRL 4800 Critical Issues in Kenyan
4. Analyze threats and opportunities to Upper Division Core Courses 27 Units Senior Internship Foreign Policy
states’ strategic interests.
IRL 3000 Comparative Political Development Studies 18 Units
5. Analyze International Relations issues
Systems (ILI) Concentrations 18 Units
in a complex global, multicultural All students taking this concentration
and interconnected world.
must take: IRL 2220 Gender and IR IRL 4001 Regional Conflicts in
ECO 1010 Principles of IRL3040 Politics in Africa Africa
Microeconomics IRL 4035 Environmental Politics Unrestricted Electives (9 units )
IRL 4151 Field Study (WI)
ECO 1020 Principles of IRL 4150 Area Studies 1 course must be lower level (1000-
Macroeconomics IRL 4220 Refugee Studies Choose two courses below 2999) and 2 courses must be upper
IRL 3010 Development Issues in IRL 4811 Critical Issues in Africa IRL 4010 Geopolitics level (3000 - 4999) (6 units).
Africa IRL 4045 Security Studies &
IRL 3045 Politics of Regionalism in Strategies
Peace & Conflict Studies 18 Units MINOR 15 UNITS ( 5 Courses)
Africa IRL 4035 Environmental Politics
IRL 4151 Field Study (WI) All students taking this concentration IRL 4120 International A minor consists of 1 lower level course
must take: Humanitarian Law and 4 upper level courses unless
Choose one course below IRL 3015 Introduction to Peace & IRL 4220 Refugee Studies otherwise indicated.
IRL 2100 Introduction to Human Conflict Studies IRL 4850 Studies in Contemporary
Rights IRL 3200 Negotiation & Mediation International Crisis

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Mission Statement
The psychology program at USIU-Africa is designed to provide students with the necessary background to pursue a variety of professional careers within and related
to the field. Core and areas related requirements have been designated to provide the integral background for further educational and professional growth. Electives
and minors, both within and outside the psychology program, allow students to concentrate on their individual career goals and needs.
Program Learning Outcomes: skills, values and attitudes to aid in PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology following electives offered by the
In addition to the university wide interventions. PSY 3116 Psychology of Department or from those offered by
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 120 UNITS Adolescence other departments of the University.
PSY 3125 Multicultural Diversity in Two courses must be upper division.
oral and written competence; scientific Courses are three units unless Psychology (ILI)
and technological literacy; global PSY 1171 Introduction to Health
otherwise indicated. PSY 3140 Introduction to Psychology
understanding and multicultural General Education 39 units Counseling PSY 3130 Physiological Psychology
perspec tives; and ser vice to the PSY 3141 Psychology of Special PSY 3135 Psychology of
See General Education Needs
community, whose foundation is laid Communication
by the General Education Program Major 57 units PSY 4105 Statistics for Psychology PSY 3143 Psychology at Work I
PSY 4109 Tests and Measurements PSY 3711 Independent Study or
(see section on General Education), the
LOWER DIVISION CORE 21 UNITS (OI)
following are the Psychology program- Research
PSY 1101 Introduction to PSY 4110 Research Methods (WI)
specific Learning Outcomes: PSY 3172 Understanding Grief,
Psychology PSY 4117 Cognitive Psychology (ILI) Loss and Bereavement
1. Ar ticulate the major concepts, PSY 1105 Developmental PSY 4900 Psychology Project PSY 4142 Psychology at Work II
theories, empirical findings, ethical Psychology Or PSY 4143 Social Psychology in an
standards and historical trends in PSY 1110 Experimental Psychology PSY 4910 Psychology Senior Organizational Context
psychology; PSY 1111 Writing in Psychology Internship PSY 4171 Behavioral Health
PSY 2105 Social Psychology Or
2. Conduct research in a variety of Therapy
PSY 2120 Psychology of Learning PSY 4181 Fieldwork in Chemical
settings; PSY 4172 HIV-AIDS Testing &
PSY 2125 Human Sexuality Dependency (For
3. Demonstrate creative and critical Counseling
students taking PSY 4711 Professional Workshop
thinking approach to psychological UPPER DIVISION CORE 36 UNITS Chemical Dependency
issues in diverse settings; PSY 3105 History and Systems of Certificate) MINOR 15 UNITS
4. Communic ate in multicultur al Psychology (OI) A minor consists of 1 lower level
ELECTIVES 9 UNITS
settings; PSY 3110 Psychology of Personality course and 4 upper level courses
(WI) Student s may c hoose f rom t he
5. Use psychological knowledge, unless otherwise indicated.
The Minors
In addition to the minors listed below, IRL 3060 African International ARB 3003 Arabic Literature 1 PSY 3182 Group and Family
minors are available in every major Relations (Pre-Islamic) Counseling with the
(program) in all schools. IRL 4001 Regional Conflict in Africa ARB 3004 Arabic Literature II ( Chemically Dependent
IRL 4050 U.S. – Africa Relations Islamic/Andalucia) PSY 4181 Field work in Chemical
A minor at USIU-Africa consists of IRL 3040 Politics in Africa ARB3005 Arabic Literature III Dependency
15 units, at least 12 of which must IRL 4065 U.S. – East Africa (Contemporary/20th Chinese
be upper-division (unless indicated Relations Century)
otherwise). IRL 4281 East Africa and the Indian ARB 4000 Arabic-Islamic Thought I Students wishing to take a minor in
Sub-Continent ARB 4001 Arab-Islamic Thought II Chinese must take one required lower
In addition, the School of Humanities
IRL 4811 Critical Issues in Africa level elective (CHI 2000), one required
and Social Sciences offers minors for Windows to the World participants
upper elective (CHI 3000) and any 3
which there are no majors available. must complete ARB 3000 and ARB
Literature upper electives on the 3000 and 4000
T hes e minor s and t heir cour s e 3001 as a prerequisite.
LIT 4785 African Authors Seminar levels.
requirements follow. Courses are three Chemical Dependency
CHI 2000 Intermediate Chinese I
units unless otherwise indicated. Philosophy To earn the chemical dependency CHI 3000 Advanced Grammar and
African Studies PHL 4230 African Philosophy certificate, a student must enroll in all Composition I
Choose five courses from at least two Arabic seven of the following courses (courses CHI 3001 Advanced Grammar and
of the disciplines listed below: are three units unless other wise Composition II
Students who wish to take a minor in
indicated): CHI 3002 Ancient China: Culture and
History Arabic must take one required lower PSY 1185 Introduction to Chemical Civilization
HIS 3015 20th Century Eastern level elective (ARB 2000), one required Dependency
CHI 3003 Modern China: C u l t u r e
Africa upper level elective (ARB 3000) and PSY 2181 Psychopharmacology and
HIS 3025 History of Kenya (WI, OI) Addiction and Civilization
any three other upper level electives
HIS 4120 African Economic History PSY 2182 Treatment Methods CHI 3004 A d v a n c e d B u s i n e s s
on the 3000 and 4000 levels.
Since 1900 ARB 2000 Intermediate Arabic I and Modalities of Chinese
ARB 3000 Advanced Grammar and Chemical Dependency CHI 4000 A d v a n c e d C h i n e s e
International Relations Composition PSY 2183 Theories and Techniques Reading and Writing I
IRL 3010 Development Issues in ARB 3001 Arabic Culture and of Chemical Dependency CHI 4001 A d v a n c e d C h i n e s e
Africa Civilization Counseling Reading and Writing II
IRL 3021 Hunger and ARB 3002 Contemporary History of PSY 3181 Trends and Issues in
Development the Arabic World Chemical Dependency Windows to the World participants
in Africa
must complete CHI 3000 and CHI CJS 3303 Victimology and Family Therapy FRN 4002 Literature in Francophone
3003 as prerequisites. CJS 3307 Comparative Criminal PSY 3182 Group and Family Nations I
Comparative Philosophy Justice Systems Counseling with the FRN 4003 Literature in Francophone
Chemically Dependent Nations II
Choose four courses in addition to CJS 3309 Terrorism and
PHL 1104 Introduction to FRN 4004 French and Francophone
International Security French
Philosophy (WI, OI) Film
CJS 4120 Criminal Evidence Students who wish to take a minor
PHL 3306 Comparative Philosophy Windows to the World participants
PHL 3307 Major Movements in U.S. Environmental Studies in French must take one required
must take FRN 3000 and FRN 3001 as
Philosophy lower level elective (FRN 2000), one
Choose five courses, one lower- prerequisites.
PHL 3309 Major Figures in required upper level elective (FRN
division and four upper-divisions: Gender Studies
Philosophy 3000) and any three other upper level
PHL 3310 Ethics and Value Theory Course descriptions available under electives on the 3000 and 4000 levels. Choose five courses, one lower division
(WI, OI) the School of Science and Technology FRN 2000 Intermediate French I and four upper division:
PHL 3500 Epistemology and ENV 2001 Sustainable Resource FRN 3000 Advanced Grammar and GNS 2000 Introduction to Gender
Gender Management Composition Studies
PHL 4220 Asian Philosophy ENV 3200 Water Use and FRN 3001 French Culture and GNS 2001 Communication and
For the minor, PHL 3306 is a Management Civilization Gender (WI, OI)
prerequisite for PHL 3307, 3500, or ENV 3288 Field studies FRN 3002 Contemporary French GNS 3001 Women and Men in Cross-
4220. ENV 3300 Energy Use and History Cultural Perspective
Criminal Justice Management FRN 3003 Literature in France I GNS 4800 Seminar: Male and Female
CJS11 01 Introduction to Criminal ENV 4000 Environmental Economics (France) Creativity (WI, OI)
Justice Systems (compulsory) ENV 4200 Environmental Law FRN 3004 Literature in France II HIS 3005 History of Women and
Family Studies (French-African Literature Men in the U.S.
Choose two courses
SOC 2205 The Family in the United and Film) PHL 3500 Epistemology and Gender
CJS 1103 Juvenile Justice
States FRN 3005 Literature in French III PSY 2125 Human Sexuality
CJS 2201 Criminal Law (French-Caribbean) SOC 3310 Family and Kinship in a
SOC 3310 Family and kinship in a
CJS 2202 Criminal Procedure multicultural Content FRN 4000 Francophone Culture and Multicultural Context
CJS 2204 Corrections and Civilization Health Psychology
PSY 3150 Courtship and Marriage
Punishment FRN 4001 Contemporary PSY 1171 Introduc tion to Health
PSY 3160 Introduction to Marriage Francophone History Psychology
Choose two courses

PSY 3171 S o c i a l Ps y c h o l o g y o f Windows to the World participants PSY 2105 Social Psychology 3001 as prerequisites.
Health Care must complete all courses as PSY 2120 Psychology of Learning
PSY 3172 Understanding Grief, Loss prerequisites. Spanish
and Bereavement Literature Students who wish to take a minor in
PSY 4171 Behavioral Health Therapy Students wishing to take a minor in
Spanish must take one required lower
PSY 4172 HIV – AIDS Testing and Literature will be expected to take:
LIT 1106 African Fiction: level elective (SPN 2000), one required
Counseling upper level elective (SPN 3000) and
Introduction to the
Industrial/Organizational Psychology African Novel any three other upper level electives
PSY 3142 Introduction to Industrial LIT 2220 Literature and Culture on the 3000 and 4000 levels.
and Organizational (WI, OI); SPN 2000 Intermediate
Psychology And choose any 3 upper elective Spanish I
PSY 3143 Psychology at Work I: courses, at least one course from each SPN 3000 Advanced Grammar and
Measuring Organizational level (3000 & 4000 level) Composition
Characteristics LIT 3340 Myths, Rituals and SPN 3001 Spanish Culture and
PSY 4142 Psychology at Work II: Archetypes Civilization
Prediction and LIT 3351 Masterpieces of World SPN 3002 Contemporary Spanish
Measurement of Human Literature: Major Works History
Performance from the World’s Cultures SPN 3003 Spanish Literature I
PSY 4143 Social Psychology in an LIT 4785 African Authors Seminar SPN 3004 Spanish Literature II
Organizational Context (WI, OI) SPN 3005 Spanish Literature III
PSY 4144 Communication and LIT 4815 Oral Literature SPN 4000 Latin American Culture
Leadership LIT 4825 Contemporary Literary and Civilization
Japanese Critical Theory SPN 4001 Contemporary Latin
Students who wish to take a minor Psychology American History
in Japanese must take all courses PSY 1101 Introduction to SPN 4002 Latin American
beginning with JPN 2000. Psychology Literature I
JPN 2000 Intermediate Japanese I PSY 1105 Developmental SPN 4003 Latin American
JPN 3000 Intermediate Japanese II Psychology Literature II
JPN 4000 Advanced Japanese I PSY 3110 Psychology of Personality SPN 4004 Spanish and Latin
JPN 4001 Advanced Japanese II PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology American Film
JPN 4002 Japanese Culture and Choose one course Windows to the World participants
Civilization PSY 2125 Human Sexuality must complete SPN 3000 and SPN
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
Mission Statement
The MA in Clinical Psychology is a psychotherapeutic practitioner model. The mission of this program is to provide education and training in professional standards of
practice in Clinical Psychology. By incorporating the American Psychological Association’s ethical standards in both the content and practice, the program will prepare
students for clinical psychotherapy skills in case conceptualization, assessment, clinical diagnoses, and treatment planning.
Program Learning Outcomes: Admissions Requirements Psychology PSY 6722 Clinical Assessment
1. Conduct research in the area of 1. BA in Psychology from an PSY 6116 Issues of Chemical Thesis
Clinical Psychology; accredited institution, with a 3.0 Dependency PSY 6991 Thesis I
2. Conduct case conceptualization GPA. PSY 6216 Research Practicum and PSY 6992 Thesis II
Course Project
and treatment plan; 2. Prospective students, who do not Student s are required to be
PSY 6220 Professional Ethics and
3. Diagnose disorders, symptoms have a background in Psychology, the Law continuously enrolled in PSY 6992
and differential diagnoses using must take the following four PSY 6703 Neuropsychology and ever y semester while their thesis
t he c ur rent Diagnos tic and prerequisites: Biological Basis of remains incomplete.
Statistical Manual of Mental PSY 1101 Introduction to Behavior Personal Therapy Requirement
Disorders; Psychology PSY 6704 Clinical Psychopathology
I: Assessment and Each student must complete 25
4. U t i l i z e p s y c h o t h e r a p e u t i c PSY 1105 Developmental
Diagnosis hours of personal therapy, prior to
tec hniques and s k ills w hen Psychology
PSY 6707 History and Systems of registration for PSY 6771 Clinical
providing treatment; PSY 3110 Psychology of
Psychology Practicum I.
5. Write clinical progress notes, Personality PSY 6713 Process of Group Therapy Clinical Practicum Requirements
empirically based treatment PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology PSY 6717 Psychological Trauma,
plans, psychological reports, and DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: 57 UNITS Risk Assessment, Students must complete 600 hours of
case presentations; PSY 6002 Methods of Research Crisis Intervention, Practicum training, over 3 semesters
6. Apply and maintain professional PSY 6003 Statistics for Behavioral Partner and Family at 200 hours per semester. Courses
ethics and the law following Sciences Violence include case presentations and group
PSY 6110 Personality and Affect PSY 6718 Clinical Psychotherapy supervision
American Psychological
PSY 6114 Life Cycle Developmental Skills Lab PSY 6771 Clinical Practicum I
Association (APA) standards.
PSY 6772 Clinical Practicum II
PSY 6773 Clinical Practicum III
Note: In compliance with APA ethics
code, personal therapy with USIU
Africa Psychology faculty is strictly not
permitted.

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
Mission Statement
The mission of the Counseling Psychology Program is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter a career as a Counseling Psychologist.
Program Learning Outcomes: laws relevant to the practice of otherwise indicated. PSY 6991 Thesis I
In addition to the university wide psychology; PSY 6002 Methods of Research PSY 6992 Thesis II
PSY 6003 Statistics for Behavioral
outcomes of higher order thinking, 6. Apply appropriate
Sciences Student s are required to be
oral and written competence, scientific psychotherapeutic theories and PSY 6110 Personality and Affect continuously enrolled in PSY 6992
and technological literacy, global techniques to assess, diagnose PSY 6111 Introduction to ever y semester while their thesis
understanding and multicultural and provide treatment with Psychopathology remains incomplete.
perspectives, as well as service to diverse clients. PSY 6114 Life Cycle Developmental Practicum (6 Units)
the community, the following are the Admission Requirements Psychology PSY 6248 Counseling Practicum I
M.A. Counseling Psychology program PSY 6116 Issues of Chemical PSY 6249 Counseling Practicum II
1. BA in Psychology from an
Dependency
learning outcomes: accredited institution, with a 3.0 Personal Therapy Requirements
PSY 6210 Clinical Interviewing
1. Demonstrate competency in GPA. Techniques Each student must complete 25
various counseling theories and 2. Students without a background PSY 6211 Clinical Inter viewing hours of personal therapy, prior to
therapeutic techniques required in Psychology must take the Techniques Lab (1 unit) registration for PSY 6248 Practicum I.
of counselling psychologists; following prerequisite courses: PSY 6216 Research Practicum and
Course Project Note: In compliance with APA ethics
2. Evaluate professional standards PSY 1101 Introduction to
PSY 6220 Professional Ethics and code, a student’s personal therapy
of practice relative to multicultural Psychology
the Law is not permitted with USIU Africa
populations; PSY 1105 Developmental
PSY 6713 Process of Group Therapy Psychology faculty.
Psychology PSY 6319 Survey of Assessment
3. Conduct research in counseling
PSY 3110 Psychology of Procedures
psychology;
Personality PSY 6329 Theories & Techniques of
4. Use APA guidelines in academic Individual Counseling
PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology
writing and presentations; PSY 6330 Multicultural Issues of
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS (52 UNITS)
5. A p p l y c u r re nt p rofe s s io nal Counseling
Courses are three units unless Thesis (6 units)
standards of ethics, values and
Certificate Courses
Students may also take a certificate Requirements 15 units
course in chemical dependency or HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
health psychology.
PSY 6321 Psychology of Health and
Requirements 18 units Illness
CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY PSY 6322 Loss, Grief and Bereavement
PSY 6116 Issues of Chemical PSY 6323 Health Education and
Dependency Promotion
PSY 6240 Therapy with the PSY 6324 Counseling with Medical
Chemically Dependent Population
Family PSY 6325 Behavioral Medicine
PSY 6242 Applied Techniques
Psychotherapeutic
Techniques in Chemical
Dependency
PSY 6245 Substance Abuse
in Diverse Populations
PSY 6255 Field Placement in
Chemical Dependency
PSY 6256 Psychopharmacology for
Psychologists

Master of Arts in International Relations
Mission Statement
To generate and disseminate knowledge and produce highly qualified graduates in International Relations. To be a leading International Relations program in research,
dissemination and application of knowledge in the areas of Foreign Policy, Diplomacy, Development, Conflict, Peace, and Security studies.
Program Learning Outcomes: DEGREE REQUIREMENTS (42 UNITS) IRL 6901 Thesis I IRL 6240 Post-coloniality in Africa
1. Evaluate contending concepts and Courses are three units unless IRL 6902 Thesis II IRL 6035 Politics and Patterns of
theories in International Relations; otherwise indicated. Students are required to be Cooperation and Conflict
2. Conduc t empirical research in continuously enrolled in IRL 6902 IRL 6705 Field Research or
Students without a background in
International Relations; every semester while their thesis IRL 6710 Internship
IR / Political Science must take the
3. Formulate evidence-based policies; remains incomplete. DIPLOMACY & FOREIGN POLICY
following survey courses, this category
4. D e v i s e p r o b l e m - s o l v i n g Concentrations (21 Units) Students selecting this concentration
of students are required to take a total
inter vention strategies and must register for all the courses below:
of 51 Units. NOTE: Students can opt to take a
programs for dealing with national IRL 6020 Techniques of
IRL 5000 Survey of concentration from the 3 listed below
and international situations; International Diplomacy
International Relations or a combination of various electives.
5. Employ an integr ate d multi - IRL 6095 Inter-Cultural
IRL 5020 Survey of DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
disciplinary approach to the study Communications
International Law All students taking this concentration
of international affairs; IRL 6260 Foreign Policy Analysis
IRL 5002 Survey of Political Science must take:
6. Assess issues in International IRL 6255 Africa / US Relations
Core Courses (21 Units) IRL 6055 Theories of Development
Relations within the context of IRL 6285 The Foreign Policy of
IRL 6000 Research Methods in IR & Underdevelopment
a complex multicultur al and Kenya
IRL 6005 Advanced IR Theories IRL 6030 Issues of Development &
interconnected world. IRL 6250 Africa in International
IRL 6050 Project Management in Conflicts
IRL 6230 International Financial Affairs
International Relations IRL 6705 Field Research or
IRL 6200 International Systems
IRL 6235 Advanced International IRL 6710 Internship
Organizations
IRL 6890 Specialized Seminar Political Economy PEACE & CONFLICT STUDIES
The courses below are compulsory:
IRL 6010 Theories of Peace &
Conflict
IRL 6015 Conflict Resolution
IRL 6030 Issues of Development &
Conflicts
Choose any three (3) courses from the

five listed below:
IRL 6215 International Humanitarian
Law
IRL 6245 Disarmament & Human
Rights
IRL 6035 Politics and Patterns of
Cooperation and Conflict
IRL 6025 Conflict, Security &
Development
Choose any ONE (1) course from the

two listed below:
IRL 6705 Field Research
IRL 6710 Internship

Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy
Mission Statement
The Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy Program is a specialized form of psychotherapy that deals with family patterns of behavior, couples relationships,
individual challenges using a systematic framework to nurture change. Trainees are exposed to systems theories that they will use to diagnose mental and emotional
diseases.Marriage and family therapists are trained to work ini diverse clinical settings and conduct research in the field.
Program Learning Outcomes PSY 6704 Clinical Psychopathology Thesis (6 Units)

1. Apply a systemic framework and clinical language in their clinical practice; I: Assessment and MFT 6810 Master's Thesis I
2. Develop treatment plans after conducting mental status examination, Diagnosis MFT 6811 Master's Thesis II
assessment and diagnosis according to the current Diagnostic and Statistical CONCENTRATIONS 12 UNITS
Practicum (9 Units)
Manual of Mental Disorders system; Choose any one concentration from
PSY 6771A Clinical Practicum I
3. Apply theories of psychotherapy to assessments and interventions; the following two concentrations:
PSY 6772A Clinical Practicum II
4. Apply professional ethics and law following local and international standards; PSY 6773A Clinical Practicum III
Family Violence and Trauma:
5. Conduct research in Marriage and Family Therapy.
MFT 6819 First Responders,
Military Personnel and
Trauma
Admission Requirements Degree Requirements (57 Units)
MFT 6821 Culture, Attachment and
Students without a background in Trauma
CORE COURSES (30 Units)
Psychology must take the following MFT 6822 Immigration Trauma
MFT 6800 Introduction to Family
survey courses: MFT 6823 Trauma and the Family
Therapy
PSY 5101 Survey of Psychology MFT 6801 MFT Ethics and the Law
PSY 5105 Survey of Developmental Mindfulness and Family Therapy
MFT 6802 Family Therapy with
MFT 6824 Mindfulness and
Psychology Adolescents and Children
Acceptance in
PSY 5110 Survey of Psychology of MFT 6803 Child Abuse and Family
Couples Therapy
Personality Violence
MFT 6826 Mindfulness and Family
PSY 5115 Survey of Abnormal MFT 6805 Group Psychotherapy
Therapy
MFT 6806 Supervision in MFT
Psychology MFT 6827 Integrating Mindfulness
MFT 6807 Couples and Sex
and Narrative Therapy
MFT 6812 Family Assessment
MFT 6828 Mindfulness and Art
PSY 6002 Research Methods
Therapy

Doctoral Doctor of Psychology, (Psy D)
Clinical Psychology
Programs Mission Statement:
The Doctor of Psychology (Psy D),
Clinical Psychology, is a practitioner-
Program Learning Outcomes:
Students graduating from this program
will be able to:
1. Conduc t empirical research in
The American Psychological Association’s scholar model designed to meet
international standards of practice in
clinical psychology;
ethical standards will be incorporated in Clinical Psychology.
2. A p p l y p s y c h o t h e r a p e u t i c
theoretical orientation in clinical
both content and practice to prepare the The American Psychological settings;
Association’s ethical standards will
student for advancement for candidacy be incorporated in both content and
3. C o n d u c t client
conceptualization and develop
case
for the doctoral degree. practice to prepare the student for

advancement for candidacy for the
treatment plans;
4. Apply and maintain professional
Doctoral degree. ethic s and the law following
The curriculum includes academic, American Psychological Association
experiential, and research training (APA) standards and other relevant
in p s yc holo g y w it h a fo c us o n standards;
individual, couples and family therapy; 5. C o n d u c t p s y c h o l o g i c a l
application of psychometric tests and assessments and evaluations and
psychological evaluations, as well as prepare reports.
evidence based training in several
psychotherapeutic models.
Graduates will be prepared for career
oppor tunities in private practice,
mental health clinics, public or private
hospitals, rehabilitation centers, as well
as career interests in academia and
psychology research.
Degree Requirements 90 units to candidacy for the Doctoral degree.
Upon successful completion of both
Personal therapy of 50 hours required
prior to registering for PSY 7741.
Course Requirements 90 Units PSY 7722 Doctoral Practicum II exams, the student will be notified to PSY 7741 Internship I: 500 hours
(200 Hours) register for PSY 7731, Dissertation I. and group supervision
Unless otherwise specified all courses
PSY 7723 Doctoral Practicum III In addition, the student may then PSY 7742 Internship II: 500 hours
are 3 units and group supervision
PSY 7701 Adult Psychopathology (200 Hours) identify their dissertation Chairperson
PSY 7724 Intraprofessional Ethics PSY 7743 Internship III: 500 hours
PSY 7703 Child and Adolescent and committee members. and group supervision
Psychopathology PSY 7725 Neuropsychopathology
Dissertation Chair and Committee Total 1500 hours.
PSY 7708 Cognitive and PSY 7726 Quantitative Research
Neuropsychological Methods and Statistics T h e s t u d e nt w ill i d e nt i f y t h eir Doctoral Electives
Assessments: PSY 7727 Qualitative Research Disser tation Chairperson and PSY7760 Special Topics in
Psychometric Lab II Methods and Analysis committee members upon Psychology I
PSY 7709 Advanced Group Therapy PSY 7729 Psychopharmacology PSY7761 Special Topics in
advancement to candidacy for the
PSY 7714 Trauma and Bereavement in Clinical Psychology Psychology II OR
Doctoral degree, and after registration
Interventions PSY 7730 Personality & Behavioral Flexible elective topics
Assessments: for PSY 7731 Dissertation I. to be determined per
PSY 7716 Community and Rural
Psychometric Lab I Doctoral Dissertation Requirement cohort or selected from
Psychology
PSY 7717 Treatment Modalities I: PSY 7734 Cultural Diversity in Before the award of the doctoral the list below:
Brief, Behavioral and Clinical Psychology PSY 7751 Program Evaluation
degree, a candidate shall show proof
other Therapies PSY 7736 Memory and Cognition PSY 7752 Advanced Clinical
of acceptance for publication of at least Practice in Gerontology
PSY 7718 Treatment Modalities II: PSY 7737 Psychotherapy Lab
PSY 7748 Clinical Issues of two (2) papers in refereed journals. PSY 7753 Parent-Child Therapy
Humanistic, Existential,
Personality & PSY 7731 Dissertation I PSY 7754 Adolescent Therapy
and other therapies
PSY 7719 Advanced Development PSY 7732 Dissertation II PSY 7755 Advanced Clinical
Psychopathology I: Advancement to Candidacy for the PSY 7733 Dissertation III Practice in Pediatrics
Assessment and Doctoral Degree: PSY 7735 Dissertation (1 unit) PSY 7756 Child Play Therapy
Diagnosis Student s are required to be PSY 7757 Forensic Psychology
Passing both a written and an oral
PSY 7720 Advanced continuously enrolled in PSY 7735
comprehensive exam is required
Psychopathology II: Case
before the student can be advanced every semester while their Dissertation
Conceptualization and
Treatment remains incomplete
PSY 7721 Doctoral Practicum I Doctoral Internship Requirement
(200 Hours)

Doctor of Philosophy in International Relations
Mission Statement
The general purpose of the PhD IR program is to pursue and promote advanced knowledge production and dissemination through research, teaching, learning and
publications in International Relations.
The following are the specific program democratic consolidation, conflict Coursework Degree Requirements (60 Units)
goals: transformation, food securit y, • Students will devote their first two Core Courses (36 units)
I. To equip candidates with the and environmental and regional years to coursework (three years IRL 7001 Epistemological Debate
knowledge, skills and techniques security. for part-time students). This will on the Application of IR
Expected Learning Outcomes of the involve a successful completion of Theories
for under taking innovative
Program the taught courses and 2 seminars IRL 7002 Research Philosophy &
academic and policy research at an Methods in IR
advanced level, particularly in the The Program learning outcomes for in which they are required to achieve
IRL 7004 Comparative Foreign
areas of peace and conflict studies, the proposed Program are spelt out as a minimum grade of B grade in each Policy Analysis
development studies, and foreign follows: of their assessed works. IRL 7005 Classical Political
policy and diplomacy. • Most courses will be examined in a Philosophy
By the end the program, the students
classroom setup with the exception IRL 7007 Peace & Security Studies
II. To produce a disser tation that will be able to:
of more practical/seminar courses, IRL 7008 Public Policy Analysis
makes original theoretical and 1. Generate and utilize knowledge IRL 7009 Comparative Politics
such as PhD Research Seminar
practical contributions to the field of of International Relations; IRL 7011 PhD Research Seminar
and PhD Project Development &
International Relations. IRL 7012 PhD Project
2. Apply knowledge and skills Fieldwork.
III. To p r e p a r e c a n d i d a t e s f o r Development
of theor y and process in • A successful completion of the & Field Work
positions in the ac ademia, peace - building and conflic t course work will be followed by a IRL 7013 International Law
research institutions, government, transformation; comprehensive written and oral IRL 7015 Environmental Theories &
international organizations, non- examination as a prerequisite for Politics
3. Evaluate various forms of public
governmental organizations, civil progressing to doctoral research IRL 7016 Democratization &
policy;
society, among others, in Kenya, the work. The pass mark of B grade Governance
African region and beyond. 4. Communicate issues of
will apply to the comprehensive Electives Courses (12 units)
International Relations;
IV. To aspire to become a regional hub examination. (Select any 4 courses)
noted for cutting-edge research 5. Evaluate performance of actors in IRL 7003 International
and publications in the areas of International Relations; Development
regional integration, development,
IRL 7006 Contemporary Political should range between 85,000 – on the nature of the research topic of them coming from outside the
Philosophy 100,000 words, including references and the available super visor y International Relations program). The
IRL 7010 Diplomatic & Consular and appendices. The acceptable exper tise on the subject. Each non-examining members of the PhD
Practice referencing method for doctoral faculty can only serve as principal viva panel will include the Chair of the
IRL 7014 Gender and IR supervisor for a maximum of three IR Graduate Studies Committee and
dissertation is the Harvard style/
IRL 7017 International
APA and this should be emphasized candidates and co-supervisor for the Dean of the School of Humanities
Humanitarian Law
IRL 7018 Conflict Analysis in the PhD Research Seminar course. one candidate at a time. and Social Sciences.
IRL 7019 Conflict Resolution and • Students are required to make • A ll p r inc ip al s u p e r v is o r s are The 3 key examiners will have to agree
Peace building three seminar presentations member s of the IR Gr aduate on a common grade, but if they are not
Dissertation (12 units) during the research phase (in the Committee, which coordinates and able to reach an agreement, the final
IRL 7900 Dissertation following order): a PhD proposal, regulates graduate studies in the grade should be decided by the IR
post-fieldwork or data collection department. Graduate Studies Committee. A PhD
There are 4 semesters of Dissertation
progress report, and presentation • PhD supervision starts in year three dissertation will be graded at any of
(IRL 7900A, IRL 7900B, IRL 7900C and
of preliminary research findings. of the program (i.e. after students’ the following six different levels:
IRL 7900D).
Each seminar presentation will completion of their coursework). 1. Passed without any corrections.
Failure to complete within the 4 2. Passed with minor corrections to
be preceded by the candidate’s
semesters, a student will be required PhD Dissertation Assessment be overseen and certified by an
distribution of a narrative paper to
to register for IRL 7900E Dissertation Upon completion of the PhD internal examiner.
all the members of the assessment
every semester until the dissertation is disser tation (with the approval of 3. Passed with major corrections to
panel to be constituted by the IR
complete. his/her Supervisor), the student is be overseen and certified by an
Graduate Committee. Panelists will
PhD Dissertation Research & Seminars assess each presentation using a required to submit 5 copies of his/ internal committee of examiners.
• D u r i n g t h e s e c o n d p h a s e modified version of the dissertation her dissertation for viva (in light cover 4. Passed with major corrections to be
(subsequent two years) of the PhD ev al u at io n i n s t r u m e nt a n d a binding). The hard cover binding re-submitted to, and certified by
program, students will have to candidate is required to achieve a B versions of the dissertation can only be the external examiner.
concentrate on their dissertation grade to proceed to the next stage submitted after the viva. 5. Passed with major corrections to be
research. A PhD dissertation should of the study. The disser tation will be assessed represented in a repeat viva within
be original research that makes a PhD Dissertation Supervision by a panel of three - the student’s six months.
significant contribution to the subject principal super visor and second f) Failed with an option of repeating
• Each PhD candidate will be assigned
of enquiry. A normal dissertation marked by 2 other examiners (one the study and preparing for an
one or two supervisors, depending

entirely fresh viva within 12 months.
Course Descriptions
ARB: Arabic
ARB 1000 Beginning Arabic I and oral/written comprehension. It It is a conversational course intended pursuing degrees in international
introduces further elements of grammar to develop skills required in the relations.
This first course in a sequential series
and exposes students to such points business world. Prerequisite: ARB 2000
introduces students to the basic skills
as voice (active/passive), modal verb Prerequisite: ARB 2000 Credit: 3 Units
of listening, speaking, reading and
writing standard Arabic. Lexis and forms, weak roots, stem formation and Credit: 3 Units
ARB 3000 Advanced Grammar and
structure are presented and practised derivation. The course is conducted
ARB 2003 Tourist Arabic Composition
in context with glimpses at culture and in Arabic. It is intended for students
who wish to either complement their With emphasis on spoken Arabic This course develops and reinforces
civilization. By the end of the course,
language studies or begin the minor. It skills needed in the tourist world, the grammar acquired in earlier
students should be able to embark
is the required lower level elective for this conversational course is courses and focuses on writing skills.
upon further study of Arabic grammar.
the minor. recommended for students pursuing Arabic culture and civilization feature
Prerequisite: The course is open to
Prerequisite: ARB 1001 degrees in Journalism, Hotel and as the framework for composition
students who have no knowledge of
Credit: 3 Units Restaurant Management and Tourism. activities. The course is a required
Arabic.
It is also suitable for students who wish upper level elective for the minor. It is
Credit: 3 Units
ARB 2001 Intermediate Arabic II to participate in the Windows to the conducted in Arabic and English.
ARB 1001 Beginning Arabic II The course completes Arabic 2000, World Program. Prerequisite: ARB 2000
developing lis tening, speaking, Prerequisite: ARB 2000 Credit: 3 Units
The second beginning course in this
series builds on the skills acquired in reading and writing skills. It also Credit: 3 Units
ARB 3001 Arabic Culture and
Arabic 1000 to expand the student’s introduces Arabic literature through
ARB 2004 Arabic for International Civilization
knowledge of Arabic grammar and a selection of texts and gives further
insight into A r abic culture and Relations The cour se sur veys the his tor y,
struc ture. Development of basic
civilization. It is conducted in Arabic. The course focuses on terminology geography and literature of the Arab
competencies continues with further
Prerequisite: ARB 2000 and concept s in the contex t of World. It reviews the cultural, social,
focus on culture and civilization.
Credit: 3 Units international relations. It is aimed political trends and explores customs
Prerequisite: ARB 1000
to enable the students to describe and traditions. It is conducted in
Credit: 3 Units
ARB 2002 Business Arabic and discuss contemporary political Arabic and may be taken as part of the
ARB 2000 Intermediate Arabic I The course focuses on spoken Arabic systems, foreign and trade issues Windows to the World Program.
and is recommended for students and international organizations. Both Prerequisite: ARB 3000
The course aims to develop students’
pursuing degrees in international reading and writing skills are enhanced. Credit: 3 Units
reading/lis tening comprehension
relations and business administration. It is recommended for student s

ATH: Anthropology
ATH 4000 Cultural Anthropology

ARB 3002 Contemporary History of This course comprises the analysis conducted in Arabic. Students are
and interpretation of representative Examination of the dominant
the Arab World expected to read, analyze and discuss
works of Arabic literature within their theoretical orientation,
The course covers the histor y of both orally and in writing.
cultural context. It covers the Abbasid methodologies, and research findings
the Arab World from the fall of the Prerequisite: ARB 3001
and Andalusian periods (750-1250 generated in studies of human culture
Ottoman Empire and the beginning Credit: 3 Units
AD). Students are expected to read, in diverse socio-cultural settings.
of European protectorates and the Through lectures, assigned readings,
analyze and discuss prose and poetry, ARB 4001 Arab-Islamic Thought II
colonial era to the present. It highlights class discussions and activities, and
both orally and in writing. The course is This course builds on the insights
the rise of pan-Arabism, nationalist field research, students will explore the
conducted in Arabic. acquired in ARB 4000. It comprises
movements, the role of prominent structural and functional components
Prerequisite: ARB 3001 the study of classical, social and
leaders, the Arab-Israeli conflict, of human cultural systems and the
Credit: 3 Units contemporar y Arab and Islamic
burgeoning democracies and the theoretical perspectives, which can be
Arab League. The course is conducted philosophy. Reading, writing, analysis
ARB 3005 Literature in Arabic III utilized in the study of human culture
in Arabic. and extensive discussion are expected.
This course focuses on the analysis and and socio-cultural change.
Prerequisite: ARB 3001 The course is conducted in Arabic.
interpretation of representative works Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: ARB 4000
of Arabic literature within their cultural Credit: 3 Units
ARB 3003 Literature in Arabic I context. It covers renaissance, modern
and contemporary prose, drama and
This course focuses on the analysis and
poetry (19th century – Present time).
interpretation of representative works
Students are expected to read, analyze
of Arabic literature within their cultural
and discuss both orally and in writing.
context. It covers the pre-Islamic and
The course is conducted in Arabic.
the Umayyad (early Islamic) periods
(500-750 AD). Students are expected
to read, analyze and discuss prose and
Credit: 3 Units Cultural anthropology is an examination
poetry, both orally and in writing. The ARB 4000 Arab-Islamic Thought I of the dominant theoretical orientation,
course is conducted in Arabic.
The course is a survey of Arab and methodologies, and research findings
Islamic philosophy and theology. It
Credit: 3 Units
highlights formative influences, major generated in studies of human culture in
ARB 3004 Literature in Arabic II trends and main protagonists and is
diverse socio-cultural settings.

CHI: Chinese
CHI 1000 Beginning Chinese I This is the second course in the tourist attractions. It is a conversational CHI 3001 Advanced Grammar and
This is the first Chinese course in intermediate Chinese series. There is course. This course is recommended Composition II
a sequential series conduc ted in continued development of language to the students who are interested in T his is t he s econd cour s e in a
Chinese. The study involves basic skills. Windows to the World Program. sequential series. It further develops
language skills of listening, speaking, Prerequisite: CHI 2000 Prerequisite: CHI 1001 the basic language skills of the
reading and writing. Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units intermediate level. It focuses on
Credit: 3 Units making acquaintances, indicating
CHI 2002 Business Chinese CHI 2004 Conversational Chinese
possibilities, expressing concern,
CHI 1001 Beginning Chinese II This course aims to teach students The course complements CHI 2002 and stressing a point, questioning and
This is a second course in a sequential the communication skills in daily life CHI 2003 continuing to place emphasis refusing.
series; basic language skills continue. and business interactions. The course on spoken Chinese in the context of Prerequisite: CHI 3000
Prerequisite: CHI 1000 introduces basic business vocabulary today’s modern world. It presents Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units and forms of communication more dialogues and role playing and is
appropriate for various business focused towards the student’s career CHI 3002 Ancient China: Culture and
CHI 2000 Intermediate Chinese I situations. The aim is to enable goals. Civilization
T hi s i s t h e f i r s t c o u r s e i n t h e students to acquire foundational, Prerequisite: CHI 1001 The course is designed to introduce
intermediate Chinese series. There is cultural, social, and legal knowledge Credit: 3 Units different cultural aspects of ancient
continued development of skills in all for engaging in business in or with China. The contents include ancient
CHI 3000 Advanced Grammar and
areas at the sentence level. The student China. It is a conversational course. Chinese thought, eminent personnel in
Composition I
begins learning to comprehend and Prerequisite: CHI 1001 the ancient times, painting, calligraphy,
create paragraph-level language, such Credit: 3 Units This is the first advanced course architectural styles, ancient cities and
as factual descriptions and narrations, in a sequential series. It fur ther historical sites.
and handle more ever y day, life CHI 2003 Tourist Chinese develops the basic language skills of Prerequisite: CHI 3000
situations. It is intended for students The course is designed for students the intermediate level. It focuses on Credit: 3 Units
who wish to either complement their who have finished beginning level expressing opinions, comparisons,
language studies or begin the minor. of Chinese study and want to go to describing things, and giving CHI 3003 Modern China: Culture and
It is the required lower level elective for China for living, study and travelling. It encouragement. It is the required Civilization
the minor. provides the introduction to practical upper level elective. It is an intro duc tor y cour s e to
Prerequisite: CHI 1001 Chinese used in airpor ts, shops, Prerequisite: CHI 2000 t h e c u l t u r e a n d c i v ili z a t i o n of
Credit: 3 Units restaurants, banks, hospitals and Credit: 3 Units
CHI 2001 Intermediate Chinese II

modern China which includes not focusing on the following aspects:
only an understanding of the ar t, (1) expansion and enrichment of the For a minor in Chinese, the student
entertainment and life style of the students’ vocabulary significantly; (2) is required to take one lower level
nation, but also less tangible aspects practice in advanced Chinese grammar elective (CHI 2000), one upper level
such as attitudes, prejudices, folklore and rhetoric; (3) development of the elective (CHI 3000) and any three other
and so forth. It may be taken as part of students’ abilities to read and analyze upper level courses on the 3000 and
Windows to the World Program. modern Chinese prose, essays and 4000 levels.
Prerequisite: CHI 3000 shor t stories; (4) comprehensive
Credit: 3 Units training in Chinese formal writing.
Prerequisite: CHI 3000
CHI 3004 Advanced Business Chinese Credit: 3 Units
A continuation of CHI 20 01, the
course is designed for students who CHI 4001 Advanced Chinese Reading
are interested in doing business in and Writing II
Chinese-speaking communities (China, A continuation of CHI 4000, CHI 4001
Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore). is a modern Chinese reading and
Students not only learn specialized writing course at the advanced level. It
vocabulary for business and economics aims at increasing students’ linguistic
but also the conventions of business competence by focusing on the
interaction and correspondence. following aspects: (1) expansion and
Prerequisite: CHI 3000 enrichment of students’ vocabulary
Credit: 3 Units significantly; (2) practice in advanced
Chinese grammar and rhetoric; (3)
CHI 4000 Advanced Chinese Reading development of the students’ abilities
and Writing I to read and analyze modern Chinese
A modern Chinese reading and writing prose, essays and short stories; (4)
course at the advanced level, it serves comprehensive training in Chinese
as a transitional course from language formal writing.
to literature. It aims at increasing Prerequisite: CHI 4000
students’ linguistic competence by Credit: 3 Units

CJS: CRIMINAL JUSTICE STUDIES
CJS 1101 Introduction to Criminal agencies. A brief analysis of the Credit: 3 Units
Justice Systems international criminal justice system will
also be undertaken, with emphasis on CJS 1104 Criminology
This course is a basic study of all
components of the criminal justice the International Criminal Court. Criminology is the scientific study of
systems, namely law enforcement, Credit: 3 Units crime, criminal behavior and societal
courts and corrections at various levels responses to crime and to crime
CJS 1103 Juvenile Justice victims. Students will be introduced
both nationally and internationally
and their inter-relationship in the The course provides an orientation to t heor ies of cr ime c aus ation,
administration of justice. It involves to the issues, policies and procedures crime types, ethics of research, data
an examination of the historical which make up the system of justice collec tion and methods of crime
development and contemporar y for children. It involves an examination prevention and control. Issues such
p r a c t ic e s r e late d to t h e majo r of the historical development and as capital punishment and restorative
examination of the concept of juveniles justice will be debated.
A brief analysis of the international criminal and adolescence. The function and legal
responsibilities of the Police, probation,
Prerequisite: CJS1101
Credit: 3 Units
justice system will also be undertaken, Juvenile Court and corrections system
CJS 2201 Criminal Law
with emphasis on the International will be studied. Emphasis will be on
societal forces that bring children into This course is about the substantive
Criminal Court. the Justice System including child law of crime; it will examine the scope,
abuse, as well as the legal response purpose and definition of crime and
components of the criminal justice of mandated agencies. Theoretical criminal offences. It examines the
system. Criminal justice standards and perspectives are applied to explain history and development of criminal
goals and the relationship of the social juvenile delinquency, punishment, law as well as the elements of a
and behavioral sciences to criminal treatment, and rehabilitation. The crime, parties to a crime and types of
justice will be emphasized. Topics course also focuses on the special offenses. Although many offences
include concepts of law and crime, juvenile justice system, protective are created either under the common
the criminal justice process, overview custody of juveniles whom are abused, law or customary law, this course shall
of criminal justice agencies, current neglected and dependent. focus on those crimes created by the
criminal justice issues, and interactions Prerequisite: CJS 1101 Penal Codes of various jurisdictions,
and conflicts between criminal justice par ticularly Kenya. The cour se

also focuses on defenses against initial suspicion of a crime to post-
criminal liabilit y by emphasizing conviction. Constitutional safeguards
the two categories of defenses, i.e., are emphasized, with a par ticular
justifications and excuses. The general emphasis upon the purposes of laws
principles of substantive criminal law pertaining to arrest, warrants, search
will be studied through the analysis of and seizure, trial procedures, and other
judicial opinions and texts. process remedies.
Prerequisite: CJS 1101 Prerequisite: CJS 1101
CJS 2202 Criminal Procedure CJS 2204 Corrections & Punishment

This course involves an in-depth This course covers the history, major
look at the procedures utilized in the p hilos op hies, comp onent s, and
criminal justice system. It includes current practices and problems of
a brief introduction to the criminal the field of corrections. This course
court structures and the participants explores justifications and practices
in the courtroom, namely the state of punishment and social control
and its agents such as the police and from a socio -legal per spec tive.
the prosecutors, the suspect/accused, Theoretical perspectives are applied
experts, witnesses, etc. The procedural to explore questions such as: Why do
requirements of the criminal justice we punish? What are the purposes of
system as mandated by the relevant punishment? Is incarceration the best
laws such as, the cons titutions, option? It examines Contemporary
criminal procedure codes/rules will corrections in terms of structure,
be analyzed. Fundamental principles clients, management, staff, programs
such as presumption of innocence, and prisoners’ rights. Topics include
d o u b l e j e o p a r d y, e t c . w i l l b e historical evolution, functions of the
discussed. The course focuses on the various components, alternatives to
procedures required by the criminal incarceration, treatment programs,
justice system, and the courts, from inmate control, and other related
topics. in the criminal justice system, but also the patterns of offending, victimization justice and how it connects to peoples’
Prerequisite: CJS 1101 of how sound moral decisions are made and imprisonment. Students will study feelings about their social status in
Credit: 3 Units in response to them. differences in the norms, expectations the community will be discussed.
Prerequisite: CJS 1101 and socialization of males and females Additionally, the role of the United
CJS 2205 Ethics in Criminal Justice Credit: 3 Units in society. The course analyses the role Nations (U.N.) as an institution that
This course focuses on understanding gender and gendered experiences promotes international community
and dealing with ethical and moral CJS 2207 Diversity & Criminal Justice play in creating, legitimating, and social justice will be examined.
issues that arise in the criminal This is an examination of classical and perpetuating the fear of crime; the Credit: 3 Units
justice system. Different theoretical contemporary theories of the social parallels between women’s limited
perspectives will be used to explore ecology of communities and how mobility in legitimate and illegitimate CJS 3301 Crime and Public Policy
the social and organizational processes this social ecology relates to crime. economies; crimes and policies This course focuses on criminal justice
that lead to corruption and abuse of Further, it will explore the impact of that differentially involve or affect and non-criminal justice policies used
power, systemic discrimination, and community development activities on female offenders and victims; and to combat crime. Students will use the
illegal behavior by criminal justice crime outcomes in neighborhoods. It criminological theory. most recent crime data and explanatory
practitioners. The course will examine will examine the importance of race, Prerequisite: CJS 1101 theories on crime to evaluate current
both the individual perspective and the gender and class in forging effective Credit: 3 Units policy. A multi-disciplinary approach
organizational standpoint. Students communit y bas e d develop ment will be used to develop new policies
will study four areas of ethical decision models. Lastly, it will examine specific CJS2211 Community and Social designed to have a long-lasting impact
making opportunities: law enforcement community based solutions to crime Justice on crime. (OI)
ethic s; correc tional ethic s; legal and disorder problems. The course examines why justice Prerequisite: CJS 1101
profession ethics; and policymaking Prerequisite: CJS 1101 is impor tant to peoples’ feelings Credit: 3 Units
ethics. Some of the topics to be covered Credit: 3 Units and attitudes, and how these may
include the use of harm to prevent influence criminal justice outcomes. CJS 3303 Victimology
harm, the use of discretionary decision- CJS 2210 Crime and Gender The main goal of this course is to This course seeks to introduce students
making, prediction problems and moral This is an examination of the gender enhance critical thinking skills through to the study of Victimology. It will
dilemmas that confront various justice gap as it relates to deviant Behavior. a social science inquiry. It will deal with consist of a survey of the literature,
agents, e.g., police, judicial officers and T he re is a n a s s e s s m e nt of t he general questions of social justice and theor y research and current trend
correctional officers. The use of case relationship between gender and those relating to the role of law and on crime victims. It will focus on the
studies will provide a realistic picture crime. Theoretical perspectives will be social change in the justice process. different agencies responses to crime
not only of what ethical questions arise used to examine how gender affects The theoretical foundations of social

victims and the development of victims’ the process of law and involves the solving and conviction of offenders. forensic demography, principles of
rights, the fear of crime, difficulties in collection, examination, evaluation What does one look for? Who has geo-coding, statistical prediction, and
measuring victimization, and the impact and interpretation of evidence. The responsibility for the collection of the ethics of provocation, interview and
on the individual. (WI) course reviews the basic applications evidence and the resulting chain of interrogation strategies.
Prerequisite: CJS 1101 & CJS 1103 of the biological, physical, chemical, custody? This course seeks to answer Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units medical and behavioral sciences to the these questions. Criminal profiling,
questions of evidence and law. which is an advanced course in applied CJS 3307 Comparative Criminal
CJS 3305 Forensic Science Prerequisite: CJS 1101 & CJS 1103 criminology, will also be introduced Justice Systems
The course introduces and familiarizes Credit: 3 Units at this stage as it is part and parcel of This cour se seeks to familiarize
students with the basic principles and investigations. Topics include, case the students to issues related to
uses of forensic science/ evidence CJS 3306 Criminal Investigations management, database development, crime internationally. It consists of
and the development in crime scene The initial crime scene investigation typology validation, motive and pattern a comparative analysis of criminal
techniques. It applies science to can make or break subsequent crime analysis, personalit y assessment, justice systems from around the world.
Emphasis shall be placed on Europe, terrorism. Present-day terrorists have and practice of community policing of criminal evidence rules. Topics
Asia, Africa and America. In order introduced into contemporary life a new and contras t s communit y-based include trial procedures, examination
to better understand the selected breed of violence in terms of technology, approaches with traditional models of of witnesses, real/physical evidence,
systems, the course shall begin by victimization, threat and response. policing. It studies the history, theory, circumstantial evidence, hearsay
introducing the various schools/families The deliberate use of terrorism as a and practice of community policing. It evidence and exceptions, privileged
of law, particularly common law, civil law technique for disrupting the fabric of reviews and discusses best practices, communications, declarations against
and Islamic law traditions. In addition civilized order in open societies is one of research, and future trends. It also interests, and judicial notice. (OI)
it will look at the various models of the most menacing facts of international reviews the structure and delivery of Prerequisite: CJS 1101 & CJS 2202
criminal justice systems including life today. The course provides an in- modern policing services as a response Credit: 3 Units
their strengths and weaknesses. A depth exposure to modern terrorism, to contemporary issues such as fear of
comparative analysis of criminal justice its characteristics and modus operandi. crime and the changing nature of crime CJS 4125 Seminar in Criminal Justice
policies shall be carried out, including; Students will acquire an understanding in diverse communities. T his s eminar of fer s an exciting
policing and prosecution, trials and of the challenge terrorism presents to Prerequisite: CJS 1101 & CJS 1103 culminating experience for senior
sentencing, corrections/punishment decisions makers, security personnel, Credit: 3 Units criminal jus tice major s. Broader
and transnational crimes. The course and the intelligence community. Until questions about the nature and scope
will also introduce the students to government officials become more CJS 3313 Information Technology & of justice and criminal justice are also
the international criminal justice conscious of the strategic dangers Crime explored. The course orients students
system, i.e., the international courts reflec ted in the deliberate use of This course provides an overview of to the major areas of advanced criminal
and tribunals, which complement the terrorism and violence as an instrument computer crime. Emphasis will be placed justice inquir y including criminal
national criminal justice systems and of policy, nations will face worldwide on the legislative responses and policy justice theor y; law and the cour t
deal with international crimes. security problems. The challenge for issues related to computer intrusions process; policing; and punishment and
Prerequisite: CJS 1101 & CJS 1103 democratic governments is to balance and cyber-fraud. Issues encountered corrections. It will provide students the
Credit: 3 Units civil and human rights with security and when enforcing laws in cyberspace and opportunity to thoroughly synthesize
public safety. Students of “terrorism” the public/private sector initiatives for their acquired understanding of
CJS 3309 Terrorism and International must be aware of responding to terrorism dealing with computer crime will also be criminological theory and research
Security within the constraints of the criminal explored. methods in consideration of practical
The purpose of this course is to acquaint justice system. (ILI) Prerequisite: CJS 1101 & IST 1010 & applications and public policy. Students
the student with the growing social Prerequisite: CJS 1101 CJS 1103 will assess, evaluate, and critique the
phenomenon of widespread violence Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units findings of prior empirical research
and indiscriminate terrorism. The course and make recommendations for
will emphasize the historical, sociological, CJS 3312 Community Policing CJS 4120 Criminal Evidence improvement in light of criminological
and political aspects of violence and This course examines the philosophy This course is an in-depth analysis theories, social phenomena, and

proper analytic approaches. Moreover, will be paid to research concepts, of witnesses. This course addresses CJS 4150 Criminal Justice
this seminar will explore the role of methodologies, and techniques various aspects of investigation and Administration
punishment and social control in appropriate for application in criminal trial before international criminal Criminal Justice Administration is an
modern society, although students justice environment. (ILI, WI) cour ts. The main features of the examination of all facets of the criminal
will have much latitude to delve Prerequisite: Completion of all core collection, presentation and evaluation justice system as well as other related
deeply into any criminal justice study courses of written and oral evidence before matters of interest to prospective
that they wish. This reading - and Credit: 3 Units various international criminal tribunals, and current justice administrators.
writing - intensive course will not only including the International Criminal This course is designed to familiarize
deepen students’ appreciation for CJS 4136 International Criminal Law Court, will be explored. the student with the theoretical and
important substantive and technical and Procedures Credit: 3 Units practical management perspectives
issues and help refine student s’ The course seeks to develop students adopted by the American and Kenyan
writing abilities, but also engage awareness of the basic concepts of CJS 4140 Police Administration
criminal justice systems. This will
them in intensive group discussions, substantive international criminal This course is a study of the organization, include nature of criminal justice
debates, and presentations about law, including, the development administration, and management of organizations, individual and group
various criminological matters, thereby of international criminal law, the law enforcement agencies. It examines behavior within those organizations,
providing the opportunity to hone international crimes such as ‘genocide’, the contemporary law enforcement processes inherent in those
speaking skills, as well. ‘crime against humanity’, ‘aggression’ agency and its functions, structure, and organizations, and areas of criminal
Prerequisite: Completion of all core and ‘war crimes’, and the institutions operational techniques; implications justice reform. Some of the topics to
courses of international criminal justice in an of generalized and specialized units; be covered include the current trends
Credit: 3 Units historical and contemporary context. development of resources by time in criminal justice organization and
Emphasis will be on the Statute of the and area of function; analysis of line, management including: social setting,
CJS 4130 Research Methods in International Criminal Court. staff, and auxiliar y functions; and organizational theor y and design,
Criminal Justice current issues facing today’s police
This course is also devoted productivity and evaluation, human
This course covers the scientific to a prac tical perspec tive on agencies including: coordination and resource management, decision
approaches to the study of criminal international criminal procedure in consolidation of police services; the making, and organizational change.
j u s t i c e. M a j o r t h e o r e t i c a l a n d the fields of immunities, primacy vs. effect of terrorism on domestic policing Prerequisite: CJS 1101
p hilos o p hic al und er pinning s of complementarity, tribunals’ requests strategies; and the use of modern Credit: 3 Units
research as well as validit y and for assistance (including binding orders technology.
reliability measures and ethics will and subpoenas), as well as protection Prerequisite: CJS 3312 CJS 4900 Criminal Justice Project
be covered. Par ticular at tention Credit: 3 Units
COM: Communication
T he cour s e is recommende d for Africa. The course is suggested for COM 1500 Intercultural and development of guidelines for
practitioners serving in some capacity non-practitioners. Communication style and mechanics.
of the criminal justice system: law Prerequisite: Completion of ALL CJ Study of cultural issues in their relation Credit: 3 Units
enforcement, judiciary, prisons and Core Courses to communication, language, society,
juvenile justice system. Students will Credit: 3 Units COM 2205 Media, Communication
family, work, education, problem
be assigned a faculty member in their and the Information Society
solving, religion and worldviews. (WI)
area of concentration to guide their Credit: 3 Units The role of communication in society
thesis project. Students will select a as manifested through print, visual,
professional outside academia working COM 2000 The Communication and electronic media.
in the field of criminal justice as a Process Credit: 3 Units
consultant to their project.
Selected theories of the fundamental
Prerequisite: Completion of ALL CJS COM 3000 Organizational
nature and function of the
Core Courses Communication
communicative process. Introduces
Credit: 3 Units Structure and function of ver tical
the dynamics of who says what to
whom and how. Explores the interplay and horizontal communication in
CJS 4910 Criminal Justice Internship
Intercultural of the message, source, channel, organizations at local, national,
The internship is fourteen weeks in and international levels. Focuses
duration. Students must complete 200- Communication is and destination. Examines the key
components of human communication on ef fec tive communication
400 hours of on-the-job experience.
Students will gain practical experience
a study of cultural codes with reference to formal, informal, strategies for facilitating and
and other levels of communication. achieving organizational goals. Case
on the internal operations of a criminal issues in their relation Identifies a variety of styles associated studies of selected organizational
justice organization. This course
is student’s initial exposure to the to communication, with different cultural and co-cultural communic ation to illus tr ate the
practical application of the concepts
groups.
criminal justice system. Students will language, society, Credit: 3 Units and principles underlying various
be placed in an authorized criminal
justice agency. Students will be family, work, COM 2010 Research and Writing in
models and approaches.
Credit: 3 Units
placed based on a cer tified and
recommended list of agencies. The
education, problem Communication Studies
COM 3005 Diversity Training
internship is coordinated and directed solving, religion and Study of major categories of research
and methods of data collection and Examination of the concepts, tools,
by an Internship Administrator at USIU-
worldviews. analysis. Includes a research project and activities to design and present

basic diversity training. Focuses on communication, and the ethics of communication. Includes work in a workshop in which students produce
recognizing the dimensions of diversity technical communication. technic al s t yle and the common basic technical documents, such as
and their impact in the workplace, Credit: 3 Units document types produced in business brochures, data sheets, flyers, reports,
understanding the range of cultural and industr y, including proposals, and manuals.
COM 4005 Nonverbal progress reports, completion reports,
norms and values in work groups, and Credit: 3 Units
Communication and manuals.
learning how to confront and deal
Examination of the characteristics, COM 4200 Communication and
with stereotypes and prejudice in Credit: 3 Units
func tions, and impor tance of Leadership
organizations.
nonverbal communication across COM 4105 Technical Editing The study of the changing concepts
Prerequisites: COM 2000 and COM
cultures and in different organizational The fundamentals of editing. of leadership, types and functions
3000 or permission of instructor
settings. Includes investigation of Focuses on the role of the editor in of leadership, and the leader as
Credit: 3 Units
body movement, physical appearance organizational settings; basic editorial a person with special talent s of
COM 3010 Group Dynamics and clothing, physical touch, space, activities; methods for analyzing, communication. Investigates
paralanguage and time. critiquing, and revising manuscripts for leadership in communication contexts
Theoretic al proces ses of group
Credit: 3 Units different audiences; and techniques at local, national and international
communication. Emphasizes concepts
for successful writer/editor dialogues. levels. Explores various contexts for
of group formation, communication COM 4010 Language, Culture, and Includes techniques for verbally leadership, including among women
channels, team- building, and group Society and visually revising documents for and across cultures. Uses case studies
decision-making.
E xamination of the relationship publication. of selected leaders.
Prerequisites: COM 2000 and COM between linguistic, social and cultural Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
3000 or permission of instructor factors in human communication.
Credit: 3 Units COM 4110 Document Production COM 4205 Principles of Public
Focuses on dialects, regional and
Speaking
social variation, language change, Study and application of principles
COM 3100 Technical Rhetoric Study of the fundamental processes
speech communities, gender and of producing ef fec tive technical
Intro duc tion to t he r hetor ic of of or al ex pres sion. Focuses on
language conflict. documents. Focuses on the
technical communication. Includes methods of obtaining and organizing
Credit: 3 Units relationship between page layout and
the visual rhetoric of graphics and material and principles and practice
readability, techniques for combining
document design, rhetorical modes of COM 4100 Advanced Technical in constructing and delivering various
textual and non-textual information
narration, description, exposition, and Communication forms of presentations and speeches.
and the use of word processing and
argumentation as used in technical Advanced study of technical Credit: 3 Units
technical graphics software. Taught as

EIL: English as an International Language ENG: English
EIL 1000 Grammar and Writing reading of literature and the principles
of effective composition with emphasis ENG 0999 Basic Reading and ENG 2206 Composition II
Advanced communicative approach
on rhetorical patterns and the writing Composition Principles of effective composition
to the study of the English grammar
system. Addresses issues of English process. Satisfies foreign language Basic expository essay writing skills, continued; emphasis on argumentative
syntax, verb aspect, and discourse requirement for non-native speakers of including “on-demand” timed writing writing and critical reading and
analysis. Provides opportunities for English only. (Undergraduate only) (WI) in class; college entry-level analytical thinking; writing the research paper.
students to apply their knowledge of Credit: 3 Units reading skills; credit/no credit (“C” (WI, ILI)
the English grammar system through level competency required); credit Prerequisite: Competency in ENG 1106
EIL 1002 Advanced Oral does not apply to any degree program. (grade of “C” or higher) or equivalent
authentic language use. Satisfies
Communications Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
foreign language requirement for
non-native English speakers only. Content-based approach to the
development of fluent expression in ENG 1106 Composition I ENG 3303 Advanced English
(Undergraduate only) (WI)
English. Emphasizes research and oral Principles of effective composition; Composition
Credit: 3 Units
presentation of ideas, summarization emphasis on expositor y writing; Principles of effective composition
EIL 1001 Advanced Written English of main point s in a discus sion, analytical and critical reading of texts; continued; emphasis on rhetorical
Introduc tion to literature and interviewing skills, group participation, competency required (grade of “C” or techniques, modes of discourse;
expository writing. Approaches writing and spontaneous communication higher) to take ENG 2206. (WI, ILI) inquiry into what is ‘quality’ in writing.
through the reading of multicultural skills. Satisfies foreign language Prerequisite: Passing ENG 0999 or (WI)
literar y works writ ten in English. requirement for non-native speakers passing the English Placement Test Prerequisite: ENG 1106 and 2206 or
Focuses on critical and analytical of English only. (Undergraduate only) Credit: 3 Units equivalents.
ENG 2000 Introduction to Creative
Writing ENG 3304 English Language History
Introduction to imaginative forms Development of the English language;
of writing: fiction, poetr y, drama, Anglo-Saxon, Greek, and Latin roots;
Provides opportunities for students to screenplay, personal essay and journal. characteristics of Old, Middle, Modern
apply their knowledge of the English (WI)

Prerequisite: ENG 1106 or instructor’s
and contemporary English.
Credit: 3 units
grammar system through authentic consent.
Credit: 3 Units
language use.
FAR: Fine Arts
ENG 3306 English Grammar Prerequisites: ENG 1106 and 2206 or collection or sequence, etc. FAR 1000 Introduction to the Arts
Prescriptive and descriptive models equivalents, or instructor’s consent. Prerequisite: ENG 2000, Introduction Investigation into artistic perception,
of grammar; some transformational Credit: 3 Units to Creative Writing, or instructor’s creativity, aesthetics, criticism and
grammar. consent. meaning; techniques and forms of
ENG 3311 Creative Writing
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units visual and performing arts of the world;
Workshop: Writing for the Media
includes critical thinking and individual
ENG 3307 Introduction to Linguistics Writing for the print media, television, creative projects.
The nature of language; includes the and radio. Internship option available. Credit: 3 Units
study of phonetics, phonology, syntax, (This course is recommended for
semantics, and morphology. students who work on the campus FAR 2000 Introduction to Music
Credit: 3 Units newspaper.) Introduction to basic music theory,
Prerequisites: ENG 1106 and 2206, or basic compositional skills: vocal,
ENG 3309 Creative Writing instructor’s consent. instrumental and dance, enhancing
Workshop: Fiction Credit: 3 Units singing, instrumental, listening and
Writing imaginative prose, primarily the performance techniques.
short story (some introduction to novel Credit: 3 Units
Workshop: Poetry
writing); investigation into narrative
art through reading and discussion of Writing poetry; practice in formal and FAR 3000 Music of the World (WI, IO)
models and students’ work. free verse; study of poetic models, Comparison of melodic, harmonic
Prerequisite: ENG 2000, or instructor’s techniques, s t yles; reading and and rhy thmic theories of Eastern
consent. discussing students’ work. and Wes ter n cultures; his torical
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: ENG 2000, or instructor’s and contemporar y listening skills
consent. d e ve l o p e d; c o m p o s i t i o n a l a n d
ENG 3310 Creative Writing Credit: 3 Units improvisational practices experienced
Workshop: The Essay through individual creative projects
Writing the personal essay; practice and excursions.
Workshop: Individual Project
in narrative, expository, descriptive, Credit: 3 Units
and persuasive writing; reading and Extended focus on guided, individual
discussing models and students’ work. project: longer short story or novel,
b i o g r a p hy, s c r e e n p l ay, p o e t r y
FAR 3001 Visual Arts of the World FAR 3031 Art in Latin America: From
Techniques and forms of sculpture, Independence to Modernity
architecture, painting, etc.; recognition This is the second of a t wo-
and analysis of artistic styles of world course sequence, which traces the
civilizations with emphasis on the development of an original Latin
twentieth century.(WI, IO) American artistic expression from the
Credit: 3 Units late eighteenth to the late twentieth
centuries. Special emphasis is placed
FAR 3030 Art in Pre-Columbian and upon the formation of national and
Colonial Latin America regional identities as reflected by the
This is the first of a t wo-course artistic expressions of Latin America.
sequence concentr ating on the Special consideration is given to
development of artistic representation ar t of the modern era, as well as
in pre-Columbian and colonial Latin contemporary artistic representation
America. The art of Mesoamerica, in all of Latin America as well as the
as well as that of Central and South Spanish-speaking U.S.
America, is studied. Emphasis is also Credit: 3 Units
placed upon the artistic production
of Latin America in the post-conquest
period. Architecture, music, the visual
and performing arts are all analyzed.
Credit: 3 Units

FRN: French
FRN 1000 Beginning French I FRN 2000 Intermediate French I FRN 2002 Business French FRN 2004 Conversational French
This first beginning course in a The course develops oral expression, The course places emphasis on spoken The course complements FRN 2002
sequential series introduces students listening comprehension, reading and French in the context of skills needed and FRN 2003 continuing to place
to the fundamental skills of oral, aural writing skills. Students learn the finer in the business world. This course is emphasis on spoken French in the
and written French for everyday usage. points of grammar and are exposed recommended for students pursuing contexts of today’s modern world.
French culture and civilization will be to the active and passive voices, direct degrees in international relations It presents more dialogues and role
introduced. and indirect speech, the subjunctive and business administration. It is a playing and is focused towards the
Prerequisite: The course is open to and conditional moods and more conversational course. student’s career goals.
students who have no knowledge of specific French culture. The course Prerequisite: The course is open Prerequisite: FRN 1001
French. Students that have minimal is conducted in French. It is intended to students who have satisfactorily Credit: 3 Units
knowledge of French who express for student s who wish to either completed French 1001
an interest in the class must contact complement their language studies or Credit: 3 Units FRN 3000 Advanced Grammar and
Academic Advisors and the Dean or begin the minor. It is the required lower Composition
Designee to determine their eligibility. level elective for the minor. FRN 2003 Tourist French The course advances and consolidates
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: The course is open The course places emphasis on spoken the grammar learnt thus far and
to students who have satisfactorily French in the context of skills needed enhances writing skills. The history
FRN 1001 Beginning French II completed French 1001 in the tourist world. The course is and geography of France serves as
This second beginning course builds Credit: 3 Units recommended not only for students a framework for writing. The course
on French 10 0 0. It ensures that pursuing degrees in journalism, hotel serves as a prelude for FRN 3001.It is
students have a firm basis in basic FRN 2001 Intermediate French II and restaurant management and a required upper level elective for the
French by developing written and The course completes French 2000. It tourism but also for students who wish minor. It is conducted in both French
reading skills, with particular emphasis continues to develop oral expression, to participate in the Windows to the and English.
on listening and oral skills. Students will listening comprehension, reading and World Program. It is a conversational Prerequisite: FRN 2000
be taught more on French culture and writing skills. It is conducted in French. course. Credit: 3 Units
civilization. Prerequisite: FRN 2000 Prerequisite: FRN 1001
Prerequisite: The course is open Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
to students who have satisfactorily
completed French 1000
Credit: 3 Units

FRN 3001 French Culture and FRN 3003 Literature in France I context. This course focuses on the special emphasis on French Algeria,
Civilization The course focuses on the analysis literary study of contemporary works Sekou Toure’s Guinea - Conak r y,
T his co ur s e is a s ur vey of t he and interpretation of representative in France, including works of Jean-Paul Leopold Sedar Senghor’s Senegal,
geography, history, architecture, art, works of French literature within their Sartre and Albert Camus. Students Boigny’s Cote d’Ivoire, Vietnam and
fine arts, science, culture and customs cultural context. Emphasis is placed on are expected to read, write, analyze Cambodia. The course is conducted
of France. It also explores the historical, a literary study of the Middle Ages in and discuss extensively. The course is in French.
social, political, economic and cultural France. Students are expected to read, conducted in French. Prerequisite: FRN 4000
trends in the country. The course is write, analyze and discuss extensively. Prerequisite: FRN 3001 Credit: 3 Units
conducted in French. It may be taken The course is conducted in French. Credit: 3 Units
FRN 4002 Literature in Francophone
as part of the Windows to the World Prerequisite: FRN 3001
FRN 4000 Francophone Culture and Nations I
Program. Credit: 3 Units
Civilization This course comprises the analysis and
Prerequisite: FRN 3000
Credit: 3 Units FRN 3004 Literature in France II T his co ur s e is a s ur vey of t he interpretation of representative works
The course comprises the analysis geography, history, architecture, art, of French speaking nations within their
FRN 3002 Contemporary French and interpretation of representative fine arts, science, culture and customs cultural context. Emphasis is placed
History works of French Literature within their of French speaking nations. It also on representative works of colonial
This course is a study of the history of cultural context. This course focuses explores the historical, social, political, literature and the Negritude Literary
France from The Franco–Prussian War on the literary study of the French economic trends in French speaking Movement, influenced by the Harlem
of 1870 to the 5th republic. It looks Renaissance. Students are expected nations. The course is conducted in Renaissance. Included, are the works of
at World War II, the roles of Marshal to read, write, analyze and discuss French. Leopold Sedar Senghor, Aimer Cesar
Henri-Philippe Petain and Charles de extensively. The course is conducted Prerequisite: FRN 3001 and Camara Laye, among others. The
Gaulle, France’s African and Asian in French. Credit: 3 Units course is conducted in French.
colonies and the wars in Algeria Prerequisite: FRN 3001 Prerequisite: FRN 4000
FRN 4001 Contemporary Credit: 3 Units
and Indochina as well as the protest Credit: 3 Units
Francophone History
movements. France’s entry into NATO
and EEC will be the highlights. The FRN 3005 Literature in France III This course is a study of Francophone
course is conducted in French. The course comprises the analysis and Histor y from the conquest s and
Prerequisite: FRN 3001 interpretation of representative works settlements in the Americas to the
Credit: 3 Units of French Literature within their cultural present day. Emphasis will be on the
colonization of Africa and Asia, with
GEO: Geography
FRN 4003 Literature in Francophone GEO 2000 Introduction to Physical GEO 2100 World Regional GEO 3000 Geography and the
Nations II Geography Geography Environment
This course comprises the analysis and The Earth’s surface features and their A study of the major regions of the Geographic variability of climate,
interpretation of representative works relationship to geographic location; world and their physical, cultural, landforms, vegetation, and resources
of French Speaking Nations within their location and maps, weather and economic, and political patterns. The and the ef fec t of that variabilit y
cultural context. Emphasis is placed climate, landforms, resources, and interaction of people and their physical on humans and other organisms;
on representative works of Mariama vegetation. environments from a geographic the relationship of environmental
Ba and Sembene Ousmane, among Credit: 3 Units perspec tive that emphasizes the problems to geographical location; the
others. The course is conducted in spatial distribution of phenomena. (WI) global impact of “local” environmental
French. Credit: 3 Units problems. (WI, IO)
Prerequisite: FRN 4000 Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
FRN 4004 French and Francophone GNS: Gender Studies

Film
GNS 2000 Introduction to Gender i nf l u e n c i n g p e r c e pt io n, v al u e s, GNS 4800 Seminar: Male and Female
T he co ur s e ex a mine s dif fe re nt Studies stereotyping, language use, nonverbal Creativity
aspects of French and Francophone communication, and power and conflict
Interdisciplinary study of gender issues Interdisciplinar y and multicultural
Africa, Caribbean and Asian history in human relationships.
from social, historical, and cultural inquiry into differences and similarities
and culture through films. Students Credit: 3 Units
perspectives; analysis of feminist between men and women in their
are expected to discuss and present
theory and men’s roles in the feminist expressions of creativity. (WI, IO)
extensively. GNS 3001 Women and Men in Cross-
movement. (WI, IO) Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: FRN 3001 or FRN 4000 Cultural Perspective
Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units Men and women from an
GNS 2001 Communication and anthropological perspective;changing
Gender gender roles in various contemporary
Similarities and differences in male cultures, including industrial
and female communication styles and democracies and developing nations.
patterns; emphasizes implications Credit: 3 Units
of gender as social construc t

JPN: Japanese
JPN 1000 Beginning Japanese I development of grammar and This is the first course of Advanced Credit: 3 Units
First course in a sequential series; basic communication skills, both oral-aural Japanese in a sequential series. It
and written. Among others, it focuses focuses on further development of JPN 4002 Japanese Culture and
language skills of listening, speaking,
on Te-form, Nai-form and basic verb grammar and communication skills, Civilization of Japan
reading, and writing. Basic greetings,
numbers, time expressions; “desu” forms, and their uses in expressing both oral-aural and written. Among the This is the last course of Japanese
(be), its conjugation and sentence w i s h e s, r e q u e s t s, p r o hi b i t io n s, contents covered are verb forms such for the minor. Polite, deferential, and
pattern; verbs and sentence pattern for obligations, capabilities, repeated as potential / ability form, volitional humble expressions of Japanese are
movement; transitive and intransitive actions etc. (Course not open to native for m, conditional for m, var ious explored. Some aspects of Japanese
verbs for daily activities; how to write speakers of Japanese.) applications of all the forms learned, culture, society and civilization are
and read in Hiragana letters. (Course Prerequisite: JPN 1001 and conjec tural expression. (The delved into. Students may participate
is open to students who have no Credit: 3 Units course is not open to native speakers in Windows to the World Program as
knowledge of Japanese.) of Japanese) part of the course. (Course is not open
Credit: 3 Units JPN 3000 Intermediate Japanese II Prerequisite: JPN 3000 or permission to native speakers of Japanese)
This is the second course of from the instructor. Prerequisite: JPN 4001 or permission
JPN 1001 Beginning Japanese II Intermediate Japanese in a Credit: 3 Units from the instructor.
T his is t he s econd cour s e in a sequential series. It focuses on Credit: 3 Units
further development of grammar and JPN 4001 Advanced Japanese II
sequential series. The attempts to
master basic language skills continue: communication skills, oral, aural and This is the second course of Advanced
mentioning, means, period of time, written. It centres on Ta-form and Plain Japanese in a sequential series;
various types of quantity; adjectives; form of verbs and on the mastery of fur ther development of grammar
verbs for existence; non-volitional various phrases that go with the forms. and communic ation skills, both
verbs; superlative and comparative Various types of compound sentences, oral-aural and written. Passive verb,
sentences; how to read and write in relative clauses and conditional are no minaliz atio n, p olite re q ue s t,
Katakana letters. also included. (Course is not open to causative verb, various expressions
Prerequisite: JPN 1000 native speakers of Japanese) that go with different verb forms are
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: JPN 2000 or permission among other topics covered. (Course
from the instructor. is not open to native speakers of
JPN 2000 Intermediate Japanese I Credit: 3 Units Japanese)
T h e c o u r s e fo c u s e s o n f u r t h e r Prerequisite: JPN 4000 or permission
JPN 4000 Advanced Japanese I from the instructor.

HIS: History
HIS 2000 U.S. History Mfecane in Southern Africa; the anti- HIS 3005 History of Women and Men with pre-colonial societies and covers
Provides a survey of U.S. culture and slavery movement and the decline of in the U.S. such topics as European intrusion
institutions from pre-colonization to the slave trade; the mineral revolution The changing roles of women and men and the partition of East Africa; the
the present, with topics that include in South Africa; and modernization from colonial times to the present with establishment of colonial states in
exploration and colonization, the in Egypt. It also focuses on Ethiopia emphasis upon how these changes Tanganyika, Uganda and Kenya and
War of 1812, the establishment of the in the 19th century; the scramble for affect social institutions and interaction East Africa in World War I. It also
national government, the Civil War, Africa; imperialism and conquest; between the sexes. focuses on the colonial economy in
Reconstruc tion, Industrialization, African responses to colonization; Credit: 3 Units Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika; East
urbanization, the World Wars, the colonial administrations; the colonial Africa and World War II; nationalism
Cold War, and the Post Cold War Era. impact and African resistance; social HIS 3010 History of Modern Europe I, in Eas t Afric a; the Eas t Afric an
Emphasizes the study of U.S. history transformation and the African elite; 1500 - 1815 communit y; pos t-independence
from a multicultural perspective. African nationalisms; decolonization; The major social, politic al, and developments, the collapse of the East
Credit: 3 Units wars of liberation in Algeria and Kenya; economic forces that shaped African Community; and inter-state
post-colonial Africa. modern Europe in the years from political and economic relations.
HIS 2005 Major Social Movements in Credit: 3 Units the Reformation through the French Credit: 3 Units
U.S. History Revolution.
HIS 3000 Latin American Studies HIS 3020 History of Traditional Asian
Sur vey of 19th and 20th-centur y Credit: 3 Units
Special Topics Civilization
social movements including
nativism, abolitionism, temperance, Gives students with an interest in Latin HIS 3011 History of Modern Europe The ideologies, social and political
immigration, the women’s movement, American Studies greater exposure II, 1815 - the Present organizations, and cultural
the labour movement, and the civil to Latin American realities. Course The major social, politic al, and achievements that characterized the
rights movement. combines lectures, discussion sessions economic forces that have dominated great civilizations of traditional Asia.
Credit: 3 Units and audio-visual materials to present modern Europe from the era of early Credit: 3 Units
Latin America’s past, present, and industrialization to the present.
HIS 2010 History of Africa since 1800 future dilemmas. Although issues will HIS 3021 History of Modern Asian
Credit: 3 Units
be analyzed and presented in a general Civilization
This course provides students with
a background of Africa in the 19th Latin American context, Mexico will be HIS 3015 20th Century Eastern Africa The impact of European expansion on
century; internal transformations; 19th used as a case study. A study of the historical forces that traditional Asian societies, the political
century jihads; long distance trade; the Credit: 3 Units have shaped Eastern Africa. Starts and social upheavals of the 19th and
20th centuries, and the status of

contemporary society. the end of the War of 1812; discovery in U.S. History attempts at continental economic
Credit: 3 Units a n d e x p l o r a t i o n, c o l o n i z a t i o n, The experiences of the various waves cooperation. These thematic issues
t h e A m e r i c a n R e vo l u t i o n, a n d of immigrants that have settled in the will be discussed in the context of
HIS 3025 History of Kenya (WI, IO) the establishment of the national theoretical debates on development
U.S.; the process of assimilation and
The course examines the historical government. acculturation, problems encountered, and underdevelopment, imperialism
transformation of Kenya from the onset Credit: 3 Units and the contributions of immigrants to and colonialism, neo-colonialism and
of colonialism. Starting with a survey of American society. dependency.
the peoples of Kenya in 1890’s, it deals HIS 3302 The U.S. in the 19th Century Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
with the interacting forces, events and Political and social transformation
people that have shaped Kenya in the of the nation from 1815 to the end HIS 4002 The Quest for Equality in HIS 4995 Latin American Studies:
20th Century. of the century; emphasizes political U.S. History Special Topics
Credit: 3 Units and social events which led to, and The experiences of African-Americans, Gives students with an interest in
followed the Civil War. Native- Americans, Hispanic L atin A mer ic an Studies greater
HIS 3030 History of Latin America I Credit: 3 Units exposure to Latin American realities.
Americans, Asian Americans, and
Sur vey of the pre - Colombian other ethnic minorities in their struggle Course combines lectures, discussion
civilizations, the effect of European HIS 3303 The U.S. in the 20th Century sessions, and audio-visual materials to
to participate fully in American society.
exploration and conquest, and the The major economic, political, social, Credit: 3 Units present Latin America’s past, present,
shape of colonization in Latin America. and cultural factors, which transformed and future dilemmas. Although issues
Credit: 3 Units a rural U.S. into a modern industrial, HIS 4120 African Economic History will be analyzed and presented in
corporate, international power during since 1900 a general Latin American context,
HIS 3031 History of Latin America II the 20th century. Mexico will be used as a case study.
This course focuses on the
The major social, economic, and Credit: 3 Units economic histor y of Africa since Credit: 3 Units
political forces that have slowed as well 1900 and entails an analysis of major
as contributed to the development of HIS 3304 History of California
economic trends from the on-set of
modern Latin America. The history of California from the colonialism to the post-colonial era.
Credit: 3 Units period of Spanish exploration and Particular emphasis will be placed
expansion to the present. on agriculture, colonialism, colonial
HIS 3301 Foundations of the U.S. Credit: 3 Units capitalism, industrialization, mining,
Development of American culture and indigenous capitalism, urbanization,
institutions from pre-colonization to HIS 4001 The Immigrant Experience
proletarianization, commerce and
HUM: Humanities
HUM 1000 World Civilizations HUM 1105 U.S. Culture through the HUM 4800 Seminar: Nature and
Historical, cultural, and conceptual Humanities Humanity
aspects of major civilizations from the Characteristics of the multicultural Concepts and attitudes towards the
ancient world to the present. experience in the civilization of the U.S. natural world held by the humans who
Credit: 3 Units as revealed through literature, film, inhabit it; relation between human
drama, music, painting, sculpture, and existence and the power and demands
HUM 1020 Interdisciplinary dance.(WI) of nature.
Exploration: The Good Life Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
Replaces FYE 1020. This course is
taught as a combined lecture and small HUM 3005 The Arts of the U.S.
seminar. Each class is organized around Artistic trends, landmarks and styles
the following components: 1) the of a “New World”. Influence of
regions of the world –North America, culture wars, wealth, depressions,
Latin America, Europe, Asia, Africa the commercialism, abstrac tion, and
Middle East, and Oceana; 2) thematic technology.
issues, topics, and/or problems; and 3) Credit: 3 Units
an interdisciplinary approach. Must be
taken during the first year. HUM 3100 Cultural Perspectives on
Credit: 3 Units the Environment
Concepts of the environment from
HUM 1103 African Civilization d i f f e r e n t c u l t u r e s a n d g r o u p s;
An introduc tion to the major effects of cultural perspective on
civilizations of Africa, focusing on environmental activities and on the
the various traditions and ideas that use and development of resources;
shaped their origins, growth, and consideration of cultural perspective
declines; cultural contributions of and human needs in environmental
Africa to the world. action plans.

IRL: International Relations
IRL 2000 Foundations of International deter mining foreign policies of IRL 2100 Introduction to Human
Relations major powers from a comparative Rights
This course offers a strong foundation p e r s p e c t i ve, i n c l u d i n g v a r i o u s This course will introduce students to
in the study of world politics. It techniques employed by states at the both theoretical and practical issues
introduces students to the concept bilateral and multilateral levels. in the human rights field. In doing
of theories and the relevance of Prerequisite: IRL 2000 so, it will give students grounding in
explaining world politics theoretically. Credit: 3 Units the basic principles of human rights.
It surveys the canonical theories of It will provide an understanding of
IRL 2010 International Organizations
IR; Realism, Liberalism and Marxism the historical development of human
and the ways in which such theories This course offers a survey of leading rights and critically analyze issues
approach some central topics in international organizations and their of rights and responsibilities and
impact on world politics. It introduces interdependence of rights. Students
It is a good basis from which to appreciate students to the history of International will also be exposed to real cases of
the theoretical schools of thought in the Organizations and samples types of
International Organizations. It then
conflicting rights and how relevant
institutions have dealt with these.
study of international relations. concentrates on the histor y and The course will also examine issues
problems of the United Nations and of human rights and war and human
introduces students to the theoretical rights and foreign policy. It will provide
IR including sovereignt y, power, and applied sur vey of the United an overview of the international and
war, p eace, IPE, environment al Nations System since 1945 with a African human rights systems, human
issues, humanitarian inter vention, particular emphasis on the agendas, rights promotion including monitoring
International Law, Terrorism etc. It is a procedur al r ules, delib er ations, and enforcing human rights and human
good basis from which to appreciate and decision-making processes of rights issues in organizations. Finally it
the theoretical schools of thought in its main organs. It also looks at UN will examine issues arising in economic,
the study of international relations. roles in various challenges such social and cultural rights.
Prerequisite: ENG 2206 as peacekeeping, mediation and Prerequisite: IRL 2000
Credit: 3 Units challenges to calls for its reform. Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: IRL 2000
IRL 2005 Comparative Foreign Policy
Credit: 3 Units
Constant and variable fac tors

IRL 2220 Gender and International Prerequisite: IRL 2010 governments with special emphasis and technology and exploration of
Relations Credit: 3 Units on democracy, authoritarianism, natural resources. The course further
This course offers a comprehensive capitalism, democracy etc. examines the role of the international
IRL 3003 Research Methods in Prerequisite: IRL 2010 organizations in the development
overview of feminist scholarship and
International Relations Credit: 3 Units of Africa and the place of African
feminist contributions to international
relations. It also provides students Study of major types or research, countries in these organizations.
methods of data collec tion and IRL 3010 Development Issues in Prerequisite: IRL 2010; ECO1020
with an in-depth discussion of how IR
treatment; applied critical analysis of Africa Credit: 3 Units
feminist scholars have sought to re-
think key concepts and central areas source materials; mechanics of writing The course is a study of development
research papers. (WI) a n d u n d er- d evelo p me nt is s ue s IRL 3015 Introduction to Peace and
of concern in this field. Key traditional
Prerequisite: IRL 2010 in Africa. The course engages a Conflict Studies
concepts that IR feminist scholars seek
to uncover and the hidden assumption Credit: 3 Units historical perspective and examines This course is intended to provide
includes state sovereignty, foreign trends in the development process students with an introduction in the
IRL 3005 Contemporary Theories and in Africa. It includes aspects of socio- field of peace and conflict studies. It
policy decision making, use of military
Ideologies in International Relations politico-economic, infrastructure, offers an analysis of issues and theories
force, war and international security.
The role of gender in International This course is a continuation of IRL 2000. modernization and industrialization about peace, violence and conflict.
Relations theory is also examined. It introduces students to contemporary policies. It fur ther examines the Peace and conflict is defined from a
Prerequisite: IRL 2000 theoretical debates including critical demographic and security issues that theoretical perspective. The course
Credit: 3 Units theory, feminism, post-modernism, have a bearing to development in also presents the different typology of
gender issues, constructivism etc. Africa. This will include aspects of food peace and violence and analyzes the
IRL 3000 Comparative Political Students will be exposed on how security, hunger and development changing dynamics and the new trends
Systems these theories approach IR from as well the impact of pover ty on of peace and conflict studies from the
Political systems: federal and unitary, different perspectives. Students will development. The course fur ther different perspective.
par liament ar y and presidential, explore how these theories approach compares development patterns in Prerequisite: IRL 2000
party politics and electoral systems; world politics. They will also be able developing and developed nations and Credit: 3 Units
emphasis on such major powers as to understand the link bet ween examines the factors that contribute to
producing theories in International the disparity between the developing IRL 3021 African Philosophy and
United States, Great Britain, France,
Relations and engaging in politics. and developed nations. This will Ideologies
Germany, Russia, China, and Japan.
(ILI) The course will also sur vey major include aspects of culture, educational This course explores African political
ideologies and systems of modern systems, advancement of science ideologies and how they have evolved
in a historical context. The course historical and contemporary role of the IRL 3060 African International will be further exposed to the research
will examine the nature and role military in African politics. Relations and drafting of documents such as
of ideology in pre-colonial African Prerequisite: IRL2000 A survey of relations among selected letters of credence, policy statements,
societies, colonialism and its influence Credit: 3 units African nations, and among African polic y papers, composite briefs,
on the development of a radical nations and other regions of the world; diplomatic notes, protes t notes,
brand of corrective and emancipatory IRL 3045 Politics of Regionalism in bilateral and multilateral agreements
the role of ideology, foreign economic
ideologies; the political philosophies Africa and the diplomatic diary. The exercise
and political pressures, and personality
of African nationalist leaders – Leopold This course explores the historical on African international policies. involves understanding and simulating
Senghor and negr itude, Kwame stages of the evolution of politics Prerequisite: IRL 3005 the rules of debate and conference
Nkrumah and the ideology of pan- of regionalism in Africa and the Credit: 3 Units procedures and drafting of conference
Africanism, Julius Nyerere and Ujamaa contemporar y challenges the documentation as required. It focuses
socialism, Abdel Nasser and anti- p henomenon f aces. A mong t he IRL3100 Diplomacy on simulating and debating the different
imperialism, Amilca Cabral and the various topics to be examined include: Diplomatic practices among major contemporary issues and presenting
ideology of national liberation. Finally, the struggle for unity in colonial and powers and developing nations in comprehensive non-violent solutions
the course will examine the impact of immediate post-colonial Africa, the historical perspective. A detailed look on the same. (OI)
Western political thought on African formation of the Organization of at the applications of contemporary Prerequisite: IRL 3100; IRL 3200
philosophy and ideologies. African Unity (OAU) and politics of diplomacy and its impact on international Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: IRL 2000, IRL 3005 regional economic integration; the politics.
Credit: 3 Units emergence of Regional Economic IRL 3200 Negotiation & Mediation
Prerequisite: IRL 2010; IRL 2005
Communities (RECs) and politics of This course explores the theoretical
Credit: 3 Units
IRL 3040 Politics in Africa sub-regional integration; Complex aspects of intervention in
This course introduces the problems, Political Emergencies (CPEs) and the IRL3110 Simulation Exercise disagreements. It is explored in three
realities, and patterns of politics in evolution of security regionalism in ways: Negotiation, Mediation and
This course seeks to introduce students
Africa. It sur veys the relationship Africa (OAU/AU & RECs); the transition Simulation. Negotiation will explore
to the practical understanding of taught
bet ween political and economic from OAU to the African Union (AU), basic negotiating skills with a lot of
theoretical knowledge. It exposes
systems in Africa, and analyzes the and regional institution building for emphasis on individual efforts as
students to the practice of diplomatic
problems and prospects for regional conflict intervention, development and opposed to institutions. Mediation will
m a n n e r i s m s s u c h a s e t i q u e t t e,
economic integration. The course preventive diplomacy. concentrate on third party intervention
negotiation and mediation, arbitration,
examins contemporary movements Prerequisite: IRL 2010; ECO1020 with an in-depth exposure on problem
dressing and speech delivery. Students
towards democracy in Africa, and the Credit: 3 Units

Throughout the course there is a detailed
examination of how the African position is
IRL 4030 International Political sur vey of the ecological damage
defined within the international economic Economy and the international cooperative
setting. The course is a study of international efforts to protect the world natural
environments. It includes a study of the
economic relations that includes
solving skills within small groups. The natural resources. It analyses how economic nationalism versus free trade theories of negotiation, compliance,
Simulation will apply these techniques theories of geographical control affect versus protectionism and activities problem identification and regime
into practice while encompassing other the behavior of countries aspiring to of multinational corporations. The effectiveness and a look at the linkages
theoretical aspects learnt in relevant become big powers and how small course engages in a historical survey between environment and security,
Prerequisite: s. powers use their geographical location of the development of international free trade and environment and the
Prerequisite: IRL2010 to their advantage. economic relations and gives the future of environmental governance.
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: IRL 2000 current situation. Throughout the Prerequisite: IRL2010, IRL 4030
Credit: 3 Units course there is a detailed examination Credit: 3 Units
IRL 4001 Regional Conflict in Africa
of how the African position is defined
This course surveys past and present IRL 4020 International Law IRL 4040 Africa-Asia Relations
within the international economic
trends in conflict and cooperation in T his co ur s e s e e k s to i nt ro d u ce setting. The course further examines The forces that have, and continue to,
Africa. It examines the role of military students to the basic concepts and international economic negotiations shape the interactions between the
and economic organizations in the understanding of the role and function and negotiations skills, poverty and aid peoples of Africa and those of Asia.
management of African conflicts, and of public international law. It introduces in Africa and the relationship between It analyses common experiences and
analyzes in detail the role of the OAU students to the doctrines, theories, energy/oil and the economy. The contacts that Africa and Asia have had
in conflict management in Africa. The concepts and rules of international law, course further analysis the major actors and continue to have, the concept of the
course also examines the role of extra- the similarities and differences between within the international economic African-Asian solidarity, and responses to
continental actors in the conflict of international law and domestic law, setting and the influence they yield in international forces.
Africa. the relevance of international law to international economic relations.(ILI) Prerequisite: IRL 2010; IRL2005
Credit: 3 Units international relations, the relationship Prerequisite: IRL 3000 Credit: 3 Units
between power and the use and abuse Credit: 3 Units
IRL 4010 Geopolitics of international law and the limitations of IRL 4050 U.S. – Africa Relations
This course examines the interplay international law. (OI) IRL 4035 Environmental Politics This course surveys U.S. relations with
between geography and international Prerequisite: IRL 2010 T hi s c o u r s e i s a n ex a mi n a t i o n African states. It engages in a historical
politics, and how power is related to Credit: 3 Units of the global ecosys tem and a survey, and examines the position of
geographical proximity to cer tain the U.S. on colonialism in Africa, as

well as anti-colonial movements. The development s and issues in the bilateral diplomac y, multilateral and violations to provide a scholarly
course further examines the place of countries of the Middle East. The conferences, inter national crisis grounding. This knowledge will equip
independent African states during impact of the volatility of the Middle management, multinational an IHL student to work in conflict
the Cold War, including the problem E as t, i t s p e o p le s, p oli t ic s a n d transactions, global social action and situations, amongst refugees, during
of dependency and aid. The course economies, on different regions and global news flow through the media. reconstruction resettlement and variety
eventually adopts a contemporary countries will be examined. (OI) of development programmes.
perspective, and examines the major Prerequisite: IRL2010 Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: IRL4020
post-Cold War issues in Africa-U.S. Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: IRL 3005 Credit: 3 Units
relations.
Prerequisite: IRL 2000 IRL 4065 East Africa in World Affairs IRL 4120 International Humanitarian IRL 4150 Area Studies
This course focuses on the position Law Survey of the politics of the world’s
Credits: 3 units
of the East African countries in world This course seeks to address the need regions with a view to explaining and
IRL 4045 Security Studies and affairs individually or collectively. How to find proactive steps to forestall understanding their impact on foreign
Strategies each of the countries deals with its the escalation of armed violence and policy and international politics.
This course provides a survey of the neighbors as well as with forces outside ensure knowledge of and respect for Prerequisite: IRL 2010; IRL3000
nature and significance of security in the region such as those from Europe, International Humanitarian norms. IHL Credit: 3 Units
international relations. It includes the North America, Middle East, and Asia. addresses legal thinking, promotes
Prerequisite: IRL 2005; IRL2010 justice in armed conflict, International IRL 4151 Field Study
analysis of security concepts, relevant
s ec tor s (milit ar y, e nviro nme nt al, Credit: 3 Units Law, Human Rights, and the Geneva The primary objective of the study visit is
economic, societal, and political), Conventions on the Law of Wars. to provide students with the opportunity
IRL 4075: Mechanism of International IHL has the fundamental goal of to have a first-hand experience visiting
terrorism, private security companies,
Communication protecting individual’s fundamental sites (and institutions) of relevance to
and conflict prevention
Prerequisite: IRL 2000 This course presents the analysis of the rights during times of armed conflicts. conflict-prevention, conflict resolution
Credit: 3 Units flow of information and ideas globally. The student will learn the histor y and peace-building in the Horn of
It equips students with specialised and purpose of IHL, other laws of Africa, the Great Lakes region and
skills and knowledge in the field of war, types of armed conflicts and the the Middle East. The study will also
IRL 4055 Africa - Middle East international communication and conduct of hostilities, the question of provide the students with the practical
Relations explores its effects on international Prisoners of war and the wounded, opportunity to test their conceptual and
relations, including its impact on ac tors of IHL, its implementation theoretical understanding of security
This cour se is a sur vey of how
and development. The supervisor of this
African countries have related to
study will guide discussions on relevant communities, the various dilemmas the United States of America, Europe facing Africa into the 21st Century. It
actors, initiatives and the history of af fecting refugee protection over and the rest of the world. The course critically examines the main themes
security and development processes the past fifty years and comparative examines the fundamental principles of and problems that Africa must contend
in the region visited. The supervisor refugee policies within states with Kenya’s foreign policy and the process with, including economic and political
will spend the first part of the semester par ticular emphasis on the Kenya and strategies towards achieving the liberalization, the impact of technology
preparing students - training them to Refugee Act 2007. The course uses a lot set policy targets. The course further on African states, the impact and
optimize their research, and logistical of country and individual case studies examines the rationale of Kenya’s role of technology, ethnicity and
preparation. Students are required and multimedia materials so as to give foreign policy towards these regions demographic changes, urbanization
to submit a practical report of 3,500 - a student a better understanding of the after it attained independence, during and the use of human resources. The
4,000 words based on a topic relevant course. the cold war period and the current course projects these themes into the
to the theme of the study visit. (WI) Prerequisite: IRL 4020 period. This will involve an analysis future and survival of Africa as a viable
Prerequisite: IRL 3003 Credit: 3 Units of the development and trends in entity in the International system.
Credit: 3 Units policy towards these regions over the Prerequisite: IRL2010
IRL 4281 East Africa and the Indian said periods. The course will further Credit: 3 Units
IRL4220 Refugee Studies Sub-Continent examine the emerging trends in Kenya’s
In the wake of numerous internal Examines the relationship of the East Foreign policy and the constraints that IRL 4850 Studies in Contemporary
conflicts and civil wars, there is a African Countries to the Indian Sub- influence foreign policy formulation International Crisis
rapid increase of refugees throughout continent. The strong presence of and implementation. The course will The aim of this course is to explore
the world. This course introduces Asians and their influence on politics, further examine current foreign policy contemporary international crisis. It
s tudent s to t he basic concept s economy, and cultural activities in documents that are becoming vital in offers students with tools to analysis
and understanding of refugees. It East Arica will be studied in historical the process of foreign policy. This will serious challenges facing the world
introduces students to the history of perspectives. include Vision 2030, several sessional to d ay s u c h as p o li t ic al u nre s t,
refugee recognition (before and after Credit: 3 Units papers and the Poverty Reduction financial and economical instability,
the 20th Century), some basic concepts Strategy Paper. environment al is sues, conflic t s,
and rules of international refugee IRL 4800 Critical Issues in Kenyan Prerequisite: IRL2005; IRL 2010 communicable diseases, access to
law , the root causes of refugees, the Foreign Policy Credit: 3 Units education, governance and corruption,
various stages of refugee flight and The course is a study of Kenya’s Foreign international terrorism, violation of
challenges, the responses to refugees policy orientation and the bases of its IRL 4811 Critical Issues in Africa Human Rights, migration, sanitation
by the refugee regimes, the impact foreign policy towards states in the East This seminar surveys the challenges and access to clean water, fuel and
and challenges of refugees on host African region, African states generally, food. The course also critically analyzes

the causes and impac t of these presentation of a report on a topic in (Grading is credit/no credit) IRL 6002 Foundations of International
challenges both at the local, regional the student’s major field. (WI) Prerequisite: Students must be seniors Politics
and international level. Prerequisite: Students must be seniors Credit: 3 Units Sur vey of basic ter ms, theories
Prerequisite: IRL 2000 Credit: 3 units and concepts of the discipline of
Credit: 3 Units IRL 6000 Research Methods in
international relations with emphasis
IRL 4910 International Relations International Relations
on state and non-state actors and
IRL 4900 International Relations Internship Study of major types of research, their respective roles in international
Project Inter ns hip in b us ine s s, s c ho ol, methods of data collec tion and affairs. (Course required for students
E x tended individual research or nonprofit organization, volunteer treatment; applied critical analysis with no or limited background in
projec t under the direc tion of a organization or in another group or of primar y and secondar y source political science and/or international
faculty member and approved by the organization approved by the faculty materials; style and mechanics of relations. It is also recommended for
department chair or dean. Projects department chair or dean. Must be in writing research papers/theses/ students who want to refresh their
may include librar y or empirical the student’s major area of study (IRL). dissertations. understanding of the foundational
research, analysis and written or oral A minimum of 120 hours required. Credit: 3 Units elements of international relations.)
Credit: 3 Units spectrum. Students will be exposed to IRL 6025 Conflict, Security & analysis of the role of industrialized
theories and analysis of conflict and the Development nations and their organizations in the
IRL 6005 Advanced International different stages of addressing conflict development of LDCs.
The course provides an analytical
Relations Theories such as resolution, management and Credit: 3 Units
and empirically informed treatment
Analysis of functions of diplomacy; transformation. Other specific topics of the linkages between issues of
mechanisms and operational to be examined include; preventive IRL 6050 TProject Management in
conflict, security and development in
techniques in contemporary state diplomacy (track I, II and II); the International Relations
contemporary international relations.
systems; advanced communications; theory and practice of non-violence; Throughout the module, particular This course is a practical training
the changing world economy and management of nonviolent and emphasis is placed on the need to program that of fers students
interdependency. violent conflicts; conflict prevention; examine issues of conflict , security opportunity to explore how to develop,
Credit: 3 Units promoting conflict prevention through and development in their mutual manage and execute different types of
democracy, good governance and interaction and inter linkages rather projects. Epistemologically, the course
IRL 6010 Peace and Conflict peace education; the concept and will be approached from a conflict and
than as separate areas of academic
This course examines violence and practice of peace building, pre-conflict enquiry and policy-making. development studies background
nonviolence in the modern world. The and post-conflict peace building; Credit: 3 Units as opposed to a business studies
course treats nonviolence as both a the role of specific actors in conflict perspective. The primary focus of the
way of life and as a practical approach processes in developing countries IRL 6030 Issues of Development & course will therefore be on non-profit
to conflict resolution. Through an – the state, influential individuals, Conflicts oriented projects and organizations.
examination of the political, religious, International Organizations, NGOs, Study of the role of culture and The course also explores mechanics
cultural, and gendered dimensions of social movements and Multinational tradition in obstructing or enhancing of writing project proposals and the
violence and nonviolence, the course Corporations. development processes in developing critical issues in fund-raising and grant
aims to better understand the causes Credit: 3 Units countries. management.
of war, terrorism, and political violence, IRL 6020 Techniques of International Credit: 3 Units Prerequisites: IRL 5000, IRL 5002 and
as well as the praxis required to build a Diplomacy IRL 5020.
more peaceful and just society. IRL 6035 Politics and Patterns of Credits: 3 Units
Study and analysis of historical and
Credit: 3 Units Cooperation and Conflict
contemporary diplomatic techniques
Study of patterns of cooperation and IRL 6055 Theories of Development
IRL 6015 Conflict Resolution employed by states in their bilateral
conflict between developed nations and Underdevelopment
and multilateral relations.
This course of fers alter native and less developed countries (LDCs); The course is an advanced study of
Credit: 3 Units
mechanisms in conflict resolution

development and under-development reconciliation theories of development. Credit: 3 Units International Humanitarian Law, also
issues in Africa. The course engages Credit: 3 Units known as the law of armed conflict or
a historical perspective and examines IRL 6095 Intercultural the law of war, is a body of rules that,
trends in the development process IRL6065 Human Rights Law and Communication during conflict, protects persons who
in Africa. It includes aspects of socio- Disarmament The study focuses on the theories are not ab initio part of the conflict
politico-economic, infrastructure, This course will provide students of intercultural communication with or are no longer par ticipating in
modernization and industrialization with a critical and analytical insight emphasis on international instruments the conflict. The course introduces
policies. It fur ther examines the into human rights and disarmament to promote common purposes and students to the distinction between
demographic and security issues that issues within a global context. The ideas and to prevent conflicts and Ius ad Bellum and Ius in Bello, the
have a bearing to development in course will introduce students to hostilities among culturally diverse history of efforts to regulate conduct
Africa. This will include aspects of food the history and evolution of human nations. The course fur ther seeks during hostilities, Henri Dunant and
security, hunger and development rights, the proponents, custodians to examine t he mec hanis ms of his Souvenir de Solferino that inspired
as well the impact of pover ty on and supervisors of human rights such international communication and the the formation of the International
development. The course fur ther as the UN, core treaties relating to ways in which they can be enhanced or Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
compares development patterns in human rights such as the International improved. and Inter-state efforts to regulate
developing and developed nations and C ove na nt o n Eco no mic, S o c ial Credit: 3 Units hostilities giving birth to the 4 Geneva
examines the factors that contribute to and Cultural Rights, the Universal Conventions of 1949 and Additional
the disparity between the developing Declaration of Human Rights and the IRL 6200 International Organizations Protocols of 1977 (with an introductory
and developed nations. This will Paris Principles on National Institutions. Examination of the ideas behind and talk on Additional Protocol III of 2005
include aspects of culture, educational The students will then embark on an in operations of various international establishing an additional emblem,
systems, advancement of science depth analysis of regional human rights organizations, the global and regional the red crystal). The course will further
and technology and exploration of efforts such as the African Charter levels, and assessment of their impact develop the students understanding
natural resources. The course further on Human and Peoples’ Rights, the on international politics. of the classifications of the types of
examines the role of the international European Convention on Human Prerequisites: IRL 5000, IRL 5002 and armed conflict, means and methods
organizations in the development Rights and the American Convention IRL 5020Credit of warfare, war crimes and efforts to
of Africa and the place of African on Human Rights. The course will Credit: 3 units repress them from the Nuremberg and
countries in these organizations. The then narrow down so as to address key Tokyo Tribunals to the International
course allows for the examination of issues afflicting the African continent IRL 6215 International Humanitarian Criminal Tribunal for the former
pivotal issues in developing nations; as regards Human Rights via case Law Yugoslavia (IC T Y ), Inter national
focuses on compatibility, conflict and studies. Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR),
Special Court for Sierra Leone and the and contending perspectives on IPE. It Coloniality in Africa. The specific rights, the proponents, custodians
1998 Rome Statute establishing the will further examine issues of economic topics to be covered in the course and supervisors of human rights such
International Criminal Court (ICC). nationalism versus free trade and include: Introduction to colonial and as the UN, core treaties relating to
Credit: 3 Units protectionism, as well as activities of post-colonial discourses; Discursive human rights such as the International
multinational corporations, the debate Violence and Counter-Discourses on C ove na nt o n Eco no mic, S o c ial
IRL 6230 International Financial on entire economies in the global African Development; Worldviews of and Cultural Rights, the Universal
Mechanisms South and the issue of foreign aid. The the First Generation of African Leaders Declaration of Human Rights and the
International Financial Mechanisms course engages in a historical survey and the Shaping of African Post- Paris Principles on National Institutions.
is an area of concern to the scholar of the development of international colonial States; Traditional and Modern The students will then embark on an in
of international economics and more economic relations and reviews the Political Authorities; African Heritage depth analysis of regional human rights
so international political economy. contemporary situation. There will and Occidental / Islamic Philosophical efforts such as the African Charter
To the International Relations Post- be a detailed examination of how Traditions; Ethnicity & Identity Politics; on Human and Peoples’ Rights, the
graduate student, therefore the field the African position is defined within The Economic Ramifications of the European Convention on Human
ought to expose them to various international political economy. The Crises of Post-Coloniality and the Rights and the American Convention
aspects of economic interaction in course further examines international Ideological Mind set/Approach of on Human Rights. The course will
the international system. Such include economic negotiations and Neo-liberal Institutions; Solving the then narrow down so as to address key
the changing global economic order; negotiations skills, poverty and aid in Crises of Post-Coloniality: African issues afflicting the African continent
international trade and financial Africa and the relationship between Leaders’ Perceptions and Actions; as regards Human Rights via case
regimes; regional dynamic s and energy/oil and the economy. The African Solutions to African Problems: studies.
integration dynamics and integration course will further analyze the major The Rhetoric and Politics. Credit: 3 Units
and responses by s tates to the actors within the IPE and the influence Credit: 3 Units
challenges of international economic they yield in international economic IRL 6250 Africa in International
forces. relations. IRL 6245 Disarmament & Human Affairs
Credit: 3 units Credit: 3 Units Rights This is an advanced course examining
This course will provide students how various African countries and
IRL 6235 Advanced International IRL 6240 Post-Coloniality in Africa with a critical and analytical insight regions responded to other regions of
Political Economy T hi s c o u r s e ai m s to i nt r o d u c e into human rights and disarmament the world. It explores Africa’s position
The course is an advanced study of students to the major competing issues within a global context. The in the world arena, star ting with
international political economy (IPE). It perspectives and challenges of post- course will introduce students to different colonial experiences and the
will review the theoretical approaches the history and evolution of human anti-colonial struggles. It looks at how

different African countries responded Credit: 3 units
to external challenges which included
the Cold War and post-Cold War IRL 6285 The Foreign Policy of Kenya
development s, engagement s in The course is an advanced study of
regional organizations, and crises. Kenya’s Foreign policy orientation and
Credit: 3 Units the bases of its foreign policy towards
states in the East African region, African
IRL 6255 Africa / US Relations states generally, the United States
This is an advanced course on the of America, Europe and the rest of
relations of various African countries the world. The course examines the
papers and the Poverty Reduction the African position is defined within
with the United States. It engages fundamental principles of Kenya’s
Strategy Paper. international political economy. The
in an analysis of the impor tance foreign policy and the process and
course further examines international
Africans attached to their contacts strategies towards achieving the set IRL 6235 Advanced International economic negotiations and
with Americans. This touches on policy targets. The course fur ther Political Economy negotiations skills, poverty and aid in
the period of colonialism in Africa, examines the rationale of Kenya’s
The course is an advanced study of Africa and the relationship between
anti-colonialism, Africa’s position foreign policy towards these regions
international political economy (IPE). It energy/oil and the economy. The
in the Cold War and the problem after it attained independence, during
will review the theoretical approaches course will further analyze the major
of dependency. It will also examine the cold war period and the current
and contending perspectives on IPE. It actors within the IPE and the influence
development s in the African-US period. This will involve an analysis
will further examine issues of economic they yield in international economic
relations in the post-Cold War period of the development and trends in
nationalism versus free trade and relations.
Credit: 3 Units policy towards these regions over the
protectionism, as well as activities of Credit: 3 Units
said periods. The course will further
IRL 6260 Foreign Policy Analysis multinational corporations, the debate
examine the emerging trends in Kenya’s IRL 6705 Field Research
on entire economies in the global
Examination of the techniques and Foreign policy and the constraints that
South and the issue of foreign aid. The The primary objective of the study visit is
methods of, and issues behind, the influence foreign policy formulation
course engages in a historical survey to provide students with the opportunity
formulation and implementation of and implementation. The course will
of the development of international to have a first-hand experience visiting
foreign policies from a multidisciplinary further examine current foreign policy
economic relations and reviews the sites (and institutions) of relevance to
perspective. Focuses on the practical documents that are becoming vital in
contemporary situation. There will conflict-prevention, conflict resolution
assessment of key foreign policy the process of foreign policy. This will
be a detailed examination of how and peace-building in the Horn of
issues. include Vision 2030, several sessional
Africa, the Great Lakes region and reflective report to the organization Prerequisite: Completion of all core theory and their applications.
Middle East. The study will also and to the International Relations courses Credit: 3 Units
provide the students with the practical program at USIU-Africa. Credit/No Credit
IRL 7002: Research Philosophy and
opportunity to test their conceptual and Credit: 3 Units
Methods In International Relations
theoretical understanding of security IRL 6902 Thesis II
and development. The supervisor of this IRL 6890 Specialized Seminar This course will provide students
This is an entirely practical course with with the opportunity to explore the
study will guide discussions on relevant Special study on a selected subject in
no lecture content. Students will be philosophy of social research, its
actors, initiatives and the history of the field of international relations.
building on the proposal created in historical evolution, leading thinkers
security and development processes Credit: 3 units
IRL 6901 and applying and integrating and their works, as well as how the
in the region visited. The supervisor
knowledge and skills previously various theoretical approaches within
will spend the first part of the semester IRL 6900 Thesis
acquired in the various IR classes, the social sciences relate to methods
preparing students-training them to The selection of a topic in international producing a thesis that will allow them of data collection and analysis. The
optimize their research, and logistical relations; analysis and writing under to be awarded with a Masters Degree. debate between various philosophical
preparation. Students are required to the supervision of a thesis committee. This will be done in close collaboration paradigms and the limitations of
submit a practical report of 8,000 words Prerequisite: Completion of all core with the thesis supervisor. applying contending theories as
based on their theses topic. courses
Prerequisite: Completion of all core m e t h o d o l o g ic al f r a m ew o r k s i n
Credit/No Credit
IRL 6710 IRL Internship courses International Relations (IR) research will
IRL 6901 Thesis I
This is a supervised internship in an Credit/No Credit also be explored.
Non-Governmental Organization, This is an entirely practical course with Credit: 3 Units
Inter-Governmental Organizations, no lecture content. Students will be IRL 7001 – Epistemological Debate
applying and integrating knowledge on the Application of IR Theories IRL 7003 International Development
Multinational Companies and
Gover nment s for ex per ience in and skills previously acquired in The course covers the sociological This course will examine various
practical application of International t he var ious IR clas s es, d ealing background of IR theoris t s, the theories that influence development
Relations theories. 400 are hours with a topic of their own choosing, possible geo-political influences, and discourse, programmes and policies
required for Credit but students can be producing a research proposal that will their impact on the assumptions of the and critically evaluate key propositions
interns for a longer period depending demonstrate their capacity to proceed specific theories and their applications. that emerge from them. The course
on the organization. Interns are to a full thesis. This will be done in close This is a theoretical course which will equip students with skills to
expected to submit a 10, 000 words collaboration with a course supervisor. will require students to adopt a cr itic ally evaluate inter national
philosophical approach to issues of development theories and practices

and use practical case scenarios to Brazil, South Africa and Nigeria, as well that char ac terize contempor ar y that professionals have standards by
strategize on how developing regions as global and regional governmental International Relations. The course which to evaluate proposed actions.
(especially Africa) can make the most and non-governmental organizations will also critically explore the key Credit: 3 Units
of available opportunities. The course will also be explored. epistemological, methodological,
will also examine the likely costs and Credit: 3 Units and traditional approaches in IR. IRL 7008: Public Policy Analysis
benefits of development strategies Some of the alternative accounts of This course will provide a practical
and programmes, with par ticular IRL 7005: Classical Political world politics that will be covered and theoretical overview to crafting
attention to the impact on the most Philosophy in this course include Marxism and effective strategies for advancing
vulnerable developing countries This course will introduce students Critic al Theor y, Cons tr uc tivism, public policy changes at the state and
Credit: 3 Units to the literature on classical political Feminism, Post structuralism, and local level using a range of legislative,
philosophy. The course will focus on Post colonialism. These theories will litigation and other policy tools. The
IRL 7004: Comparative Foreign Policy the theoretical and methodological Public Policy Analysis course will
be discussed in relation to a variety of
Analysis perspectives of classical political be based on the assumption that
substantive questions ranging from
This course will examine and analyze philosophy. The course will evaluate traditional problems of international modern policy making, devoted to
from different theoretical perspectives, the contributions of classical political inequality, international security and the principles of good governance,
comparative foreign policies, philosophy to the discipline of Political international cooperation to current transparency, accountabilit y and
sur veying a variet y of countries Science and International Relations. issues of globalization, gender, and effectiveness, needs to be based
and ac tors. The students will be As the course will show, political identity. on sound academic analysis of the
familiarized with the critical problems philosophies and theories are not static Credit: 3 Units problems and policies at stake. In
inherent in the competing theories for but continue to exercise the intellectual this way, the module aims to attract
foreign policy analysis. Seminars will imaginations and thinking of scholars in IRL 7007 Peace and Security Studies scholars interested in conducting
be conducted focusing on factors that contemporary International Relations thorough and systematic academic
This course will provide students with
have influenced or shaped states’ and and Political Science. work on the cause, function, nature
the understanding of concepts of
regional foreign policies in a historical Credit: 3 Units and outcome of public policy on
peace and security and how these have
perspective, especially during the all levels of policy-making, whether
IRL 7006 Contemporary Political transformed to meet the emerging
Cold War and post-Cold War. The roles global, regional, national, or local. The
Philosophy global challenges. It aims to impart
played in leading international powers course also aims at training academic
international principles and ethics of
(notably US, the P-Five in the UN This course will acquaint students with researchers in the field of public policy,
peace-building and security in relation
Security Council and the EU), emerging the range of philosophical approaches to learn to apply analytical tools to
to reconstruction and development so
regional hegemons like China, India, ‘real world’ policy problems and to
generate high quality policy advice. development, democrac y and have played important diplomatic roles also be expected to write a proposal
Credit: 3 Units democratic transitions. beyond traditional states. Suffice it to say, justifying the purpose of the research
Credit: 3 Units individuals, through their own initiatives, and also evaluate the project in line
IRL 7009 Comparative Politics with the student’s proposed area
remain important players in diplomacy.
This course examines fundamental IRL 7010 Diplomatic & Consular
Specifically, the issue of leadership is of doctoral research. Overall, the
issues in comparative politics and Practice
critical in diplomacy. course will contextualize and assess
provide broad cover age of the This course will familiarize students with Credit: 3 Units the dynamics and practical aspects
central themes under study. It will the critical problems inherent in the of fieldwork. There will be sufficient
help students think theoretically competing perspectives of diplomacy. IRL 7011: PhD Research Seminar space for discussion of personal
and critically about the study of The course will examine from theoretical T hi s c o u r s e w ill h e l p d o c to r al fieldwork expectations, experiences
comparative politics, its scientific and conceptual perspectives, diplomacy, students develop research topics on and challenges.
objectives, and its epistemological surveying a variety of inherent issue areas contemporary IR issues and strengthen Credit: 3 Units
assumptions. Within this context, and actors. The course will enhance their their scholarly writing skills and
concepts and approaches, as well as knowledge, research and analytical skills analytical ability. Students will receive IRL 7013: International Law
some of the most important theories in tackling theoretical and thematic- tutorial guidance on issues of seminar This course will provide students with
a n d d e b a te s t h a t c h a r a c te r i ze related issue areas in diplomacy. It will presentation, research opportunities insights to the nature and function of
the sub-field will be covered. The review the literature and islands of theory and publication. public international law as well as the
historical development and trends of in diplomacy. The course will also enable Credit: 3 Units research methodologies relevant to
comparative politics and the study of students gain an in-depth understanding this field of research. It will give specific
epistemological and philosophical of the origins and evolution of diplomacy. IRL 7012 PhD Project Development & emphasis to topic s of par ticular
issues in comparative political inquiry Initially dominated by the superpower Field Work relevance for the wider study of
will also be examined. The course will Cold War rivalries, the domain of This course will provide students international relations. These include
also focus on the logic and process diplomacy now encompasses the with relevant techniques and the concept of state sovereignty, the
of comparison and methodologies role played by, among other actors, methodologies for designing and rights of the individual, international
in comparative political studies, in the emerging powers and global developing a project. It will also c r i m i n a l l a w, a n d s y s t e m s o f
addition to exploring some major and regional governmental and non- offer guidelines and practices for enforcement, state responsibility and
theories in comparative politics, such governmental organizations because carr ying out field work. Students IR theories concerning the nature and
as political system, state and society, of their influence in contemporary will be required to design, develop functioning of international law.
political culture, rational choice, world politics. Since their inceptions, and implement a project. They will Credit: 3 Units
institutionalism, political economy, international governmental organizations

IRL 7014 Gender And International context for understanding domestic Credit: 3 Units regulate conduct during hostilities, and
Relations and international environmental politics, provides students with an overview
as well as an introduction to the tools IRL 7016 Democracy and Governance of the relevant legal framework,
This course provides students with
a study of the evolving literature on necessary to participate in policy-making This course provides students with the notably the Geneva Conventions of
feminist international relations where in the multi-disciplinary system (science, understanding of issues of democracy 1949 and the Additional Protocols of
a group of feminist scholars theorize geography, economics, politics and law) and governance and to consider the 1977. The course will further develop
how gender (as social construction) of environmental policy. It will focus on diverse challenges and obstacles to the students’ understanding of the
affects international politics generally a critical review of alternative theoretical promoting sustained democratization classifications of the types of armed
and the lives of women around the models that explain public attitudes, and achieving effective governance. conflict, legal and illegal means and
world specifically. It will introduce particularly the values and ethics of Effective and accountable government methods of warfare and the concept
students to gendered lenses used the public, towards environmental is central to successful peace, security of war crimes. Students will also be
to observe, study and addresses the protection, and research data that and development. The course will introduced to the mechanism used
experiences of women in international documents these attitudes. The goal examine issues that contribute to and to enforce the rules of international
politics and of the influence of gender will be to increase environmental constrain democratization in the world h u m a n i t a r i a n l a w, i n c l u d i n g
on international relations. Also, the awareness and help students become and specifically around the African international tribunals’ prosecution of
roles that women play in international informed citizens who can participate continent. It will address issues of the war crimes.
politics is critically evaluated both how in the environmental policy process. inter-relationship between democracy Credit: 3 Units
those roles came to be and how they The course examines the political and governance in an ever-changing
ideas and practices which have shaped global context. IRL 7018 Conflict Analysis
are studied. The situations of women
around the world, the ways in which environmental politics and practices in Credit: 3 Units This course will expose students to
gender affects social and political status the International systems. There will be techniques and paradigms of conflict
an examination of the role of the state IRL 7017 International Humanitarian analysis, based on an evaluation
and relationships between gender,
and the policy process (agenda-setting, Law of a variety of conflicts, and their
feminism, and activism is highlighted
are other areas covered in this course. formulation, implementation), and case This course will introduce students contending theoretical explanations.
Credit: 3 Units studies with a detailed examination of to the key concepts of international The course will delve into an analysis
recent developments in one or more humanitarian law, and how this branch of selected case studies of some
IRL 7015 Environmental Theories & areas of environmental politics. The of law should be positioned to related of the protrac ted and persistent
Politics course will introduce and develop fields of law, such as human rights law conflicts that have rocked the African
This course will provide a historical students’ field research, writing and oral and international criminal law. It will continent during the post-colonial era.
presentation skills. also deal with the history of efforts to It will further explore the systematic

application of specific methods (or studies of conflict resolution and Peace
tools) to study the profile, causes, building in the African continent.
actors and dynamics of different levels Credit: 3 Units
of conflict (e.g., individual, group,
local, regional and international). IRL 7900 Dissertation
Applying different analytical tools to
different levels of conflict will not only
facilitate a rigorous understanding of
such conflicts but also help towards
achieving constructive remedies.
Credit: 3 Units
IRL 7019 Conflict Resolution and

Peace building
This course will explore a range of issues
surrounding the conceptualization of
the processes of conflict resolution and
peace building and the impact of that
conceptualization on the practice of
conflict resolution and peace building.
It examines the basic concept s
underpinning the subject of conflict
resolution and peace building before
delving into the processes of conflict
management and resolution (including
the range of conflic t resolution
approaches, primarily on negotiation,
mediation, and advocacy) and peace
building. The course culminates with
the examination of specific case
LIT: Literature
LIT 1105 Introduction to World A survey of African literature in several selected comedies, tragedies, and LIT 3020 International Perspectives
Literature: Fiction, Poetry, and genres, including folk tale, novel, sonnets; introduction to Shakespeare on the Novel
Drama short story, poetry, drama, and epic, c r i t i c i s m; e x p l o r a t i o n of t h e
from the English, French, Arabic, and “authorship question;” consideration Investigation of the genre of the
Readings in the main genres of
native language traditions. This course of Shakespeare’s place in the canon. novel and its intersection with and
literature (fiction, poetry, and drama)
serves as an introduction to the riches (WI) manifestation of individual and
t hroughout t he c ultures of t he
of African literature in various genres Credit: 3 Units cultural meaning. (WI)
world; includes consideration of oral
and traditions. (WI) Credit: 3 Units
literature; introduction to critical
Credit: 3 Units LIT 3001 Latin American Fiction I
approaches to literature. (WI) LIT 3330 Literature for Children and
Credit: 3 Units Fiction from the earliest years of
LIT 2215 Approaches to Literature Adolescents
colonization up to the mid-nineteenth
LIT 1106 African Fiction: Introduction Introduc tion to literar y criticism; ce nt ur y; inclu d e s nar r ative s of Traditional and modern writings
to the African Novel consideration of traditional indigenous people. (WI) for children; includes fanciful tales,
approaches as well as contemporary: Credit: 3 Units realistic stories, fairy folk tales, myths,
A survey of the development of the
historical, moral-philosophical, formal, hero-stories, legends, and fables. (WI)
African novel from its beginnings to
psychological, mythological, feminist, LIT 3002 Latin American Poetry I Credit: 3 Units
1970. This is a reading course in the
African novel; students are required etc. (WI) Poetr y from the earliest years of
LIT 3340 Myths, Rituals, and
to read one novel each week for ten Credit: 3 Units colonization up to the mid-nineteenth
Archetypes
weeks, as well as read closely and do ce nt ur y; inclu d e s nar r ative s of
LIT 2220 Literature and Culture indigenous people. (WI) Study of repeated motifs and analysis
an oral presentation and term paper on
Literature as the record and expression Credit: 3 Units of archetypal patterns as they occur
one particular novel during the quarter.
of a culture’s values and beliefs; an throughout literature; includes study
Class time is devoted to discussions
inquiry into the symbiotic relationship LIT 3003 Poetry Across Cultures of Biblical and other sacred texts, and
of a different novel each week, and
between a culture and its literature; Comparative study of representative classical and mythological literature.
students are expected to have read
intercultural, thematic approach to poetr y from the world’s cultures; (WI)
that novel, or substantial portions
literary works. (WI, OI) emphasis on close reading and Credit: 3 Units
thereof, before coming to class. (WI)
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units interpretation; exploration of historical
LIT 3351 Masterpieces of World
and cultural significance; consideration
LIT 2225 Introduction to Shakespeare Literature: Major Works from the
LIT 1107 Introduction to African of issues of translation. (WI)
World’s Cultures
Literature Reading, viewing, and interpreting Credit: 3 Units

Readings in and study of selected Credit: 3 Units LIT 4785 African Authors Seminar Credit: 3 Units
widely acknowledged literar y In-depth consideration of the works of
works from the world’s cultures; LIT 4003 Latin American Drama LIT 4820 Sacred Literatures of the
one or two significant writers (novelist,
exploration of the notion of the literary Survey of Latin American drama from poet, dramatist, or short story writer); World
masterpiece. (WI) colonial times to the present; includes his, her, or their contribution to the life In-depth study of the scriptures and
Credit: 3 Units consideration of theatre of indigenous and letters of Africa (WI ,OI) religious writings of various world
people. (WI) Prerequisite: LIT 1105 or equivalent cultures, i.e. Taoist, Buddhist, Hebraic,
LIT 3775 Post-Colonial Writing in Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units Christian and Islamic. Focus on literary
English
features that cause the literature to be
Survey of important writers of the LIT 4007 Major Works of British and LIT 4815 Oral Literature regarded as inspired and sacred. (WI)
former British colonies of Africa; U.S. Literature
In-depth consideration of oral literature Prerequisite: LIT 1105 or equivalent.
Australia, New Zealand and the South Intensive study of selected British and as a separate genre; investigation Credit: 3 Units
Pacific; Canada; the Caribbean; and U.S. Literary masterpieces across the into contemporar y oral literature
South and South-East Asia; exploration genres of fiction, drama, and poetry; (e.g. folk tales, urban legends, jokes, LIT 4825 Contemporary Literary
of historical, cultural and contemporary comparative study of differences and etc.); examination of oral literature of Critical Theory
concerns related to colonial legacies. similarities between British and U.S. selected indigenous peoples. (WI) E x p l o r at io n of t h e t h e o r y a n d
(WI) literatures. (WI) Credit: 3 Units application of literary criticism. Study
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units of contemporar y critical theories
LIT 4825 Contemporary Literary such as structuralism, deconstruction,
LIT 4001 Latin American Fiction II LIT 4010 Specialized Seminar in Critical Theory feminist theory, and others. Includes
Fic tion from the mid-nineteenth Regional Literature
E x p l o r at io n of t h e t h e o r y a n d consideration of the philosophical,
century up to the present; short story In-depth exploration of literature and application of literary criticism. Study political, and linguistic assumptions
and novel; includes narratives of its relationship to culture and region. of contemporar y critical theories and implications. (WI)
indigenous people. (WI) Regions to be considered will rotate such as structuralism, deconstruction, Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units each time the course is offered through feminist theory, and others. Includes
Africa, Europe, Asia and the Pacific, consideration of the philosophical,
LIT 4002 Latin American Poetry II Latin America, and North America. political, and linguistic assumptions
Poetr y from the mid-nineteenth (WI) and implications. (WI)
century up to the present; includes Credit: 3 Units
poetry of indigenous people. (WI)
MFT: Marital & Family Therapy
MFT 6800 Introduction to Family be used for this age group. Issues explored regarding group start students review the fundamentals
Therapy Credit: 3 Units up, stages in group formation and of assessment and intervention with
The purpose of this course is to cohesiveness and common challenges couples and how this differs from
MFT 6803 Child Abuse and Family and goals for the newer group psychother apy with individuals,
examine the history of family therapy,
Violence therapist. Experiential Role playing groups, and families.
the dynamics of family relationships,
and the family cycle. The purpose of this course is to and intensive group participation will Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units examine the study of trauma and support the practical learning skill
violence and it s impac t on the development and objectives in this MFT 6809 Family and Divorce
family unit. This course will focus on course. Mediation
MFT 6801 MFT Ethics and Law assessment techniques, diagnosis, and Credit: 3 Units The purpose of this course is to present
E xamination of legal issues and treatment for this type of abuse in both and help students understand the
children and the elderly. MFT 6806 Supervision in MFT fundamental mediation principles and
p rofe s s io nal et hic s co nce r ni ng
psychotherapists and clinical Credit: 3 Units In this course students will learn about their application in domestic relations
researchers including: child and elder how to become a licensed Marriage cases and reviews statutory concepts
MFT 6804 Publication and Research and Family Therapy Supervisor. As a of domestic relations law. By reviewing
abuse reporting laws, danger to self
Presentation requirement for clinical training-all MFT the Kenyan Law on divorce and
and others reporting, confidentiality,
privileged communication, patient’s The purpose of this course is to students must receive both individual mediation-students will learn about
rights and involuntary commitment. equip students with skills for writing a and group therapy supervision so as to the laws that govern family, divorce
Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY research proposal, analyzing the data, meet the clinical requirements as per and the role of mediation.
1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 and presenting the findings. AAMFT. Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
MFT 6810 Master’s Thesis I
MFT 6802 Family Therapy with MFT 6805 Group Psychotherapy MFT 6807 Couples and Sex The purpose of this course is to put
Adolescents and Children This course will provide a practical This course delineates the theory, the student’s theoretical knowledge
review of principles, issues, and philosophy and sex therapy models and research proficiency to practical
The purpose of this course is to enable
applications of various ef fec tive to students as a way of teaching them test by carrying out an independent,
students gain a better understanding
techniques in group psychotherapy, how to work with couples dealing with albeit guided, project producing
of the psychological development that
including application of various relational challenges. The role of the an original piece of research and
occurs in adolescents and the different
therapeutic fac tors of successful clinician and the model strategies will making a significant contribution to
approaches to family therapy that can
groups by successful group therapies. be emphasized. During this course solving a problem and expanding

the knowledge base in the specific is critical, the use of standardized through a systemic lens rather than a multidimensional team (such as law
discipline. While research is an assessments will ensure students solely focusing on intra-psychic factors. enforcement, police, medical, social
ongoing process, in which one is learn how to give correct reports and Credit: 3 Units workers to name a few) involved in
expected to stay on top of the relevant treatment plans. immigration processes.
MFT 6821 Culture, Attachment and
development s in the discipline, Credit: 3 Units Student s will be taught how to
Trauma
the assumption is that students are work with these families given the
MFT 6819 First Responders, Military While cultures around the world show
capable of thinking through the multilayered challenges they face.
Personnel and Trauma remarkable diversity in terms of how
important milestones in the thesis This course provides opportunities
process and developing a thesis Family therapists are continually they relate to trauma and recovery,
for both theory and skill development
prospectus that spells out the core confronted with violent relational there are certain underlying traits
by examining immigration trauma
concepts and questions as well as the systems. Trauma is experienced that seem to be common across all
through a systems lens.
designs of research and the structure not only by the victims but by those cultures. This course is designed to
Prerequisite: MFT 6819, MFT 6820,
of intended thesis. This course guides who respond to their crises. First help students learn key concepts and
MFT 6821
students through the formative stages responders are in the line of fire gain fundamental skills for engaging in
Credit: 3 Units
of proposal development in which every day and are greatly affected. cross-cultural therapy with survivors of
constant, critical thinking is required. Competence in working with this trauma. MFT 6823 Trauma and the Family
Interaction among the instructor and population is readily needed and is Credit: 3 Units
Traumatic stress occurs in specific
students is important to transform what this course is designed to do.
MFT 6822 Immigration Trauma social contexts. We interpret war, loss,
latent ideas into a novel, researchable Credit: 3 Units
violence and disasters in ways shaped
Master’s Thesis. The immigration status in Kenya
MFT 6820 Substance Abuse and by our culture, by our society, and by
Credit: 3 Units continues to become a melting
Childhood Trauma its values and norms. Families cope
pot with all different nationalities
MFT 6812 Family Assessment with the effects of traumatic events in
Ad dic tion des troys individuals, residing in the country. The process of
ways provided and approved by our
A study of the practice of marital and families, communities, societies and immigration is often fueled with trauma
surroundings.
family therapy with specific emphasis nations. Today, we cannot talk about given the basis of migration such as
Credit: 3 Units
in the clinical assessment of family the field of mental health without war in their countries. Enculturation to
systems. Assessment information will including a wide range of issues any new country poses its challenges MFT 6824 Mindfulness and
be used for the development and stemming from various t ypes of on all individuals in a family setting. Acceptance in Couples Therapy
implementation of the therapeutic addiction. This course will prepare the This course is geared towards teaching The purpose of this course is to
treatment plan. Proper diagnosis participants to understand addiction students to fulfill a systemic role within
PHE: Physical Education
increase competence in working conflicts, are introduced. PHE 3306 Physical Growth and
with couples. Through the diverse Credit: 3 Units Development
uniqueness of couples, students will Physical growth and maturation; motor
learn how to cultivate mindfulness as MFT 6827 Integrating Mindfulness
development of the individual from
a technique and state of being when and Narrative Therapy
birth to maturity; changes in motor
working with couples. The course The purpose of this course is to patterns of children and adults; and
will provide students with a systemic integrate a postmodern theor y; methods of evaluation of motor skills
framework of working with couples and Narrative Therapy with mindfulness performance, and the selection of
utilize the self and awareness in clinical, as the combination has been found to appropriate movement experiences.
assessment and research settings. be greatly effective in clinical practice. Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units By increasing competence in Narrative
therapy students are able to work with
MFT 6825 Mindfulness Based-Play culturally diverse clients utilizing new
Family Therapy techniques in the field of MFT.
This course will provide a framework Credit: 3 Units
for using Play in family therapy through
mindfulness based acquisition. Play MFT 6828 Mindfulness and Art
therapy had been a fundamental Therapy
aspect and successful technique when This cour se is par t of a 5 par t
working with families. concentration series of the MAMFT
Credit: 3 Units degree plan. In this course will learn
about the inter woven power of
MFT 6826 Mindfulness and Family Art therapy and Mindfulness. This
Therapy course will put theory into practice by
This course provides s a framework enabling the process of art therapy to
for working with couples and families feed into the systemic needs of the
from a mindful based perspective. clients.
Techniques to enhance relaxation and Credit: 3 Units
decrease the stress response, which
in turn can reduce frustrations and

PHL: Philosophy POL: Political Science
PHL 1104 Introduction to Philosophy Credit: 3 Units philosophy as scholarly undertakings. POL 2000 Introduction to U.S. Politics
Selected major topics in theories of It situates African philosophy in the
Foundation of American politics _ the
PHL 3310 Ethics and Value Theory wider context of world philosophy.
reality and knowledge as well as from Constitution, federalism, the three
applied areas such as ethics, politics, Basic theories along with an Credit: 3 Units
branches of government, political
aesthetics, and religion. Multicultural inves tigation of sever al cur rent
parties, political values, public opinion,
content. (WI, OI) controversies in practical contexts.
interest groups. (WI)
Prerequisite: ENG 1106 (WI, OI)
Prerequisite: ENG 1106
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: ENG 1106
Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
PHL 3306 Comparative Philosophy POL 2105 Principles of Public
PHL 3500 Epistemology and Gender
Cross-cultural exploration of Administration
perspectives originating in Africa, Asia, Philosophical implications of the
T h e s t u d y of t h e f u n d a m e n t a l
Latin America, and the Middle East. sociology of knowledge; special
concepts of public administration; its
Credit: 3 Units emphasis on the role of gender in
inter-disciplinary nature and scope;
forming our picture of the world.
the ethics of public service; and the
PHL 3307 Major Movements in U.S. Credit: 3 Units
major tools, techniques and methods
Philosophy involved in the conduct of public
PHL 4220 Asian Philosophy
Inquiry into culturally influential views administration.
including Puritanism, Pragmatism, Consideration of some of the main
Credit: 3 Units
Transcendentalism and evolutionary schools of Hindu, Buddhist, Taoist and
thought among others. other Asian traditions. POL 2201 Introduction to Political
Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units Science
PHL 4230 African Philosophy The course introduces students of

PHL 3309 Major Figures in political science as a field of academic
Philosophy The course is about the discourse
inquir y thus placing emphasis on
E x aminatio n of t he t ho ug ht of of philosophy in Africa. It exposes
unders tanding basic concept s of
prominent philosophers in various students to the general problems
politics, scope and theories of explaining
cultures from ancient times to the that are involved in conceptualizing
c o m p l ex p o li t i c al p h e n o m e n o n.
present. “African philosophy” as well as the
Questions such as what is politics,
work that has been done in African
the role of the state and fundamental Industrial Revolution. The Twentieth- The study of managerial tools for public process, and equal protection under
theoretical and analy tical tools of century traditional political ideas, such personnel; its specific nature; the the law.
politics are explained. Furthermore, the as Existentialism and Marxism are also phenomenon of bureaucratic inertia Credit: 3 Units
course introduces students to a number covered. and cooperate interests as variables;
of different theoretical approaches of Credit: 3 Units effective public administration: case POL 3505 Political Parties and
analyzing politics especially how the study analysis. Interest Groups in the U.S.
state and society relates. Why study POL 3005 Non-western Political Credit: 3 Units The development and function of
politics, power and the role of the state Thought political parties and interest groups
are also examined. T he s tudy of p olitic al ideas as POL 3125 Municipal Administration in the American political system.
Prerequisite: HUM 1000; ENG 1106 expressed in Ancient Asian The study of specific issues involved Examines attempts at political reform
Credit: 3 Units p hilos op hies; t he influences of in local level administration; analysis and efforts to control the influence of
traditional African and native American of the institutional mechanisms for interest groups.
POL 2505 State and Local Politics political concepts; and institutions as citizens participation; administration Credit: 3 Units
The study of the politics at the state sources of modern political theories of transportation, sanitation, housing,
and municipal level; the constitutional and ideologies. public safety, schools, and planning. POL 3510 The U.S. Congress
and legal basis for state and local Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units The study of the structure and functions
politics; American federalism; policy of the United States Congress; its
formulation and implementation; and POL 3110 Public Policy Formulations POL 3350 The U.S. Presidency constitutional foundations; legislative
citizen participation. The study of the formulation and Study of the Presidency as a person proces ses; for mal and infor mal
Credit: 3 Units implementation of public policy; and as an institution. Includes the operations; congressional staff; and
rational choice and public goods expansion of the power and influence electoral issues.
POL 3000 Western Political Thought approaches; issues concerning public of the of fice both nationally and Credit: 3 Units
This course includes the study of demand and institutional assessment; internationally.
the basis and development of major externalities; collective decision- Credit: 3 Units POL 4005 Constitutional Law
Western political ideas from classical era making; and systemic theor y and The s tudy of the United St ates
to modern times. The roots of Western cybernetic models. POL 3500 The Federal Judiciary and C o n s t i t u t i o n; i t s o r i g i n s a n d
political notions on Greco-Roman and Credit: 3 Units the Constitution development, as reflected in the
Judeo-Christian thought. The European The role of the federal judiciar y decisions of the Supreme Court; the
medieval influence; and moder n POL 3120 Public Personnel in interpreting the Constitution, Amendments; checks and balances
liberal ideas from Renaissance to the Administration particularly the Bill of Rights, due and the separation of powers; the

Federal System; the Bill of Rights; Credit: 3 Units based politics.
and contemporary challenges for the Credit: 3 Units
constitutional order. POL 4030 Theories of Revolution
Credit: 3 Units This course covers the study of POL 4110 Public Budgeting Systems
p hil o s o p hi c a l, t r a d i t i o n a l, a n d The study of characteristics of planning
POL 4010 Race, Ethnicity, Class, and historical roots of revolutionary ideas; the public sector; financial reports;
Gender in U.S. Politics their development into avenues for output assessment; programming;
The struggle for inclusion and the political action; and the consequences budget preparation; per formance
current role of various racial, ethnic, of various theories of revolution in the monitor ing; and evaluation are
and socioeconomic groups as well as contemporary era. presented in this course.
women in the U.S. political system. Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
POL 4035 Theories of Democracy POL 4500 Contemporary Political
POL 4020 The Politics of Gender The study of the origins and historical Issues
Inquiry into the relationship between development of the philosophy The study of the major controversial
politics and gender: the Constitution, of democracy; its applications in political issues of the day like terrorism;
the equal rights amendment, the contemporary life; and the study of force; nuclear power; protectionism
women’s movement, gender advocacy, pluralists and liberal political doctrines and the free market; trade issues;
the “men’s movement”; the media’s is covered in this course. and proliferation of weapons of mass
role. Credit: 3 Unit destruction.
POL 4040 Non-Traditional Political
POL 4025 Peace, Conflict and Ideas
Cooperation The study of contemporary political
The study of the theoretical and practical thought, such as Neo-Marxist, Critical
bases of peaceful resolution of disputes; Theory, Hermeneutics, structuralism
theoretical aspects of conflict and its and post-structuralism, liberation
place in the contemporary international theology, feminism and gender
system; and peace promotion and s t u d i e s, p o s t- m o d e r n p o li t i c a l
cooperation. thought, psychology and identity-
PSY: Psychology
PSY 1101 Introduction to Psychology PSY 1111: Writing in psychology Credit: 3 units in learning. Includes the study of
Introduc tion to the scientific Discipline-specific writing, such as programmed learning and the use of
PSY 1185 Introduction to Chemical the principles of learning to explain
s t u d y o f b e h av i o r a n d m e n t a l writing done in psychology, can be
Dependency animal and human behavior.
processes including areas of human similar to other types of writing done
development, learning, cognition, in the use of the writing process. The Historical perspectives on alcohol and Prerequisite: PSY 1101
memory, motivation and emotion, field of psychology also has its own drug abuse and their impact on the Credit: 3 Units
personality, abnormal psychology, rules and expectations for writing. community. Changes in social attitudes
and policies. Includes definitions PSY 2125 Human Sexuality
s tres s and health, s t ates of This course will expose learners to the
consciousness, cultural diversity. techniques of writing in Psychology, of alcohol and drug dependencies, Sexual behaviors and attitudes in
Credit: 3 Units the writing Process, convention in the disease concept of alcoholism, contemporary societies; physiological
Writing, Electronic Data Bases, APA general models of treatment and and sexual functions and dysfunctions;
PSY 1105 Developmental Psychology Style. recovery, effectiveness of recovery role of values and cultural mores.
Survey of maturational and learned Prerequisite: PSY 1101 programs, and community responses Credit: 3 Units
behavior and their interaction as they Credit: 3 Units to dependency problems.
Credit: 3 Units PSY 2181 Psychopharmacology and
develop through the life span.
PSY 1171 Introduction to Health Addiction
Prerequisite: PSY 1101
Psychology PSY 2105 Social Psychology Examination of the physiological
Credit: 3 Units
The course will cover the discipline, Interdisciplinary introduction to the effects of alcohol and other drugs.
PSY 1110 Experimental Psychology concepts and principles of psychology social aspects of individual behavior. Includes how drugs are metabolized,
Introduction to the scientific method and human behavior in understanding Particular emphasis on interactional their effects on the central nervous
as used in psychology. Includes the how the mind, body and behavior analysis and development of the system and behavior and the addiction
formation of hypotheses, design of interact in health and disease. Topics self as well as attitudes, motives, process.
research, conduct of one or more will indicate health promotion and aggression, values, social perception, Prerequisite: PSY 1185
studies, statistical analysis of data, primary prevention of illness, health and interpersonal relationships. Credit: 3 Units
and writing up of results. Critical enhancing and health damaging Prerequisite: PSY 1101
Credit: 3 Units PSY 2182 Treatment Methods and
interpretation of research findings is behaviors; psychosomatic illness
Modalities of Chemical Dependency
emphasized. and other behavior- related medical
PSY 2120 Psychology of Learning Various ways people recover from
Prerequisites: PSY 1105 illnesses will be covered.
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: PSY 1101 Survey of historical and contemporary a l c o h o l /d r u g a b u s e . I n - d e p t h
theor ies, s ys tems and research
examination of various models of PSY 3110 Psychology of Personality
intervention and treatment and the Background, theory, and research
rationales behind them. Consideration related to selected issues in current
of the individual differences in male and personality theor y. Discussion of
female needs and the needs of special psychoanalytic, neo-psychoanalytic,
populations. humanistic/existential, cognitive and
Prerequisites: PSY 1185, 2181 behavioral approaches. (WI)
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: PSY 1101
Credit: 3 Units
PSY 2183 Theories and Techniques of
Chemical Dependency Counseling PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology
Theories of counseling and the Introduction to the scientific study of
i m p l e m e nt at io n of t h e r a p e u t ic the range and variety of psychological
strategies, including techniques of disorders including anxiety, mood
rapport building, relationship skills, and personality disorders, stress and
goal set ting, implementation of adjustment, schizophrenia, substance
treatment programs and referral skills. use and addictions. Emphasis on
Discussion of values and ethics in identific ation, symptomatology,
counseling. etiology and therapeutic intervention,
Prerequisites: PSY 1185, 2181 including biological, psychosocial, and
Credit: 3 Units cultural viewpoints.
PSY 3105 History and Systems of
Credit: 3 Units
Psychology
Examination of the historical roots of PSY 3116: Psychology of Adolescence
psychology in relation to contemporary The course examines the physical
psychology and its foundations in cognitive and social development of
philosophy and science. (OI) adolescent in various contexts such as
Credit: 3 Units home and school. It includes theories,

methods of study and contemporary the glandular systems (endocrine and concepts, strategies, and techniques Prerequisite: PSY 1101
issues and concerns of adolescents. exocrine) that are appropriate for infants and Credit: 3 Units
The focus will be on adolescent Prerequisite: PSY 1101 young children with special needs.
d eve l o p m e nt a s i nf l u e n c e d by Credit: 3 Units It will involve the exploration of PSY 3143 Psychology at Work
diverse contexts. Particular attention diverse cognitive, neurological and I: Measuring Organizational
will be given to the challenges and PSY 3135 Psychology of emotional characteristics and how Characteristics
strengths associated with adolescent Communication these manifest in learners’ literacy Introduc tion to the concepts and
development in urban cities. Study of the human communication development. Focus will be on the measurement of job satisfac tion,
Prerequisite: PSY 1105 process including the techniques used atypical development and educational organizational climate and culture,
Credit: 3 Units in government, business, industry, needs of students who experience organizational values, organizational
education, athletics, arts, and leisure difficulties in acquiring the literacy commitment, and productivity. Covers
PSY 3125 Multicultural Diversity in systems. skills of listening, speaking, reading methods and techniques (including
Psychology Prerequisite: PSY 1101 and writing. surveys, interviews, and the use of
Examines the cultural context of Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: PSY 1101 archival data), and ethical principles
behavior, personality development, Credit: 3 Units involved in psychological work in
family structure and values. Attention PSY 3140 Introduction to Counseling organizations.
to the interface between African- Survey of counseling theories and PSY 3142 Introduction to Industrial Prerequisite: PSY 1101
American, Asian/Pacific Islander related techniques of treatment, and Organizational Psychology Credit: 3 Units
A m e r i c a n, L a t i n o, a n d N a t i v e comparison and contrast of differing Focuses on history and development
American communities and the field of approaches. Attention to basic issues of industrial organizational psychology, PSY 3150 Courtship and Marriage
psychology. (ILI) such as change, human relationships, cur rent trends in research, and The role of interpersonal relationships
Credit: 3 Units communication, and values and ethics the application of psychological in dating, courtship, and marriage.
in the change process. principles and methods to problems Considers factors related to mate
PSY 3130 Physiological Psychology Prerequisite: PSY 1101 in the work environment including selection, the transition into marriage,
Introduction to the physiological Credit: 3 Units predic tion of job per for mance, and the stability and satisfaction of
systems of the body as they relate to selection, per formance appraisal, marital relationships.
behavior. Emphasis on the nervous PSY 3141: Psychology of Special personnel training, work motivation, Credit: 3 Units
systems (central, autonomic, and Needs j o b s at i s f a c t i o n, l ea d e r s hi p,
somatic), the muscular sys tems This course provides an over view organizational development, and PSY 3160 Introduction to Marriage
(striated, smooth, and cardiac), and of measurement and evaluation ethical considerations. and Family Therapy
A comprehensive introduction to the and attitudes regarding the process of Prerequisite: PSY 1185 tests of hypotheses, regression and
field of marriage and family therapy dying and subsequent bereavement Credit: 3 Units correlation, and contingency analysis.
including major MFT theories and process. Emphasis will be placed on Considerable student practice in
approaches, career options, graduate the normal expressions of grief and PSY 3182 Group and Family computation. Possible introduction to
s c hool pre par ation, and f ut ure experiential exercises to gain basic Counseling with the Chemically computer technology.
directions of the field. insight and understanding of grief. Dependent Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: PSY 3140 Basic skills for supporting the bereaved Introduction to the dynamics of group
Credit: 3 Units will be covered. interaction. Emphasis on the group PSY 4109 Test and Measurements in
Prerequisite: PSY 1101 process as a means of changing the Behavioral Sciences
PSY 3171 Social Psychology of Health Credit: 3 Units behavior. Use of group therapy in Construction, administration, scoring
Care chemical dependency treatment and and evaluation of personality, interest,
A critical examination of the application PSY 3181 Trends and Issues in aftercare, including support group and general and special ability tests.
of Sociological theories and research Chemical Dependency dynamics of the alcoholic/addic t Includes a survey of published tests
to health promotion. Scientific study Identifies the special problems, family, and the use of family therapy. and discussion of reliability, validity,
of processes of influencing change in issues and concerns of modern living Prerequisite: PSY 1185, 2183 and item analysis. (OI)
lifestyles in individuals and groups. to which the helping professions Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: PSY 4105
Prerequisite: PSY 1101 address themselves. Focus on the Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units social psychological dynamics of PSY 3711 Independent Study or
special population groups, e.g. aging, Research PSY 4110 Research Methods
PSY 3172 Understanding Grief, Loss disabled, women, gays, adolescents, Inves tigation of a topic area in This course examines the research
and Bereavement and children from alcoholic families. psychology selected by the student designs with methodology as well
The course will provide an overview Development of skills to communicate under the guidance and supervision of as basic data analysis techniques
of the societal and individual norms effectively with members of diverse a member of the faculty. employed by social researchers. APA
populations. Prerequisite: PSY 4105, 4110 style and mechanics of writing research
Projects may include library or empirical Credit: 1-3 units papers will be covered. (WI)
research, analysis and written or oral PSY 4105 Statistics for Psychology
PSY 4117 Cognitive Psychology
St at is t ic al met ho d s as u s e d in
presentation of a report on a topic in the psychology. Includes elementar y A survey of cognitive psychology,
student’s major field. probability distributions, sampling, which examines how information of

the world is gained, represented and Exploration of human interactions in An experiential approach will be two practicums under an approved
transformed as knowledge, stored, organizations from the psychological used to provide students with an supervisor, each lasting 10 weeks, and
and used to direct attention and perspective. Includes the study of oppor tunity to obtain experience two internships, each ten weeks also.
behavior. Topics include perception, role behavior, normative aspects of with the techniques. Topics covered A 30-hour workweek at an agency is
p at te r n re co g nitio n, at te ntio n, work group behavior, goal setting include stress and stress management typical.
memory, imagery, language functions, theory, decision making, and power techniques, relaxation, cognitive Prerequisite: Completion of the 6
thinking and problem solving, human relationships. approaches, promotion of health and Chemical Dependency Minor Courses.
intelligence and artificial intelligence. Prerequisite: PSY 3142 wellness and management of specific Credit: 3 Units
(ILI) Credit: 3 Units diseases.
Prerequisite: PSY 1101 Prerequisite: PSY 3140 PSY 4711 Professional Workshop
Credit: 3 Units PSY 4144 Communication and Credit: 3 Units Investigation of a particular topic,
Leadership problem, or issue in psychology.
PSY 4142 Psychology at Work II: The course examines how leaders PSY 4172 HIV – AIDS Testing and Credit: 1-3 units
Prediction and Measurement of use communication and covers the Counseling
Human Performance relations hip bet ween leader s hip The course will cover knowledge and PSY 4900 Psychology Project
Introduction to psychological aspects a n d c o m m u nic at io n s t y l e s . T h e facts about HIV AIDS. An experimental E x tended individual research or
o f s e l e c t i o n, j o b p e r f o r m a n c e communic ation skills needed by approach will be used to explore projec t under the direc tion of a
measurement, and per for mance organizational leaders, how leaders various assessment procedures for faculty member and approved by the
evaluation. Focuses on the concepts use communication to facilitate change assessment / testing, prevention department chair or dean. Projects
relevant to those efforts, and the in organizations and how individuals’ and counseling topics to be covered may include librar y or empirical
effective and ethical development, gender, race and/or ethnicity affect include the clinical manifestation and research, analysis and written or oral
use, and interpretation of predictor leadership and communication management of HIV AIDS, VCT and presentation of a report on a topic in
and criterion measures of human behaviors. other protocols. the student’s major field.
performance in the organizational Prerequisite: PSY 3135 Prerequisite: PSY 3140 Prerequisite: Students must be seniors
setting. Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units PSY 4171 Behavioral Health Therapy PSY 4181 Fieldwork in Chemical PSY 4910 Psychology Internship
A variety of behavioral counseling Dependency I nte r n s hi p i n b u s i n e s s, s c h o o l,
PSY 4143 Social Psychology in an techniques used to treat health Focus on learning by doing. Generally, non-profit organization, volunteer
Organizational Context related disorders will be covered. includes student par ticipation in organization or in another group or
organization approved by the faculty with a focus on empirical research Psychology dissemination of the evaluation results
department chair or dean. Must be in Psychology. Students will be Reviews traditional trait-oriented to those concerned. Special attention
in the student’s major area of study. e x p o s e d t o t o p i c s t o i n c l u d e: and behavior-oriented perspectives to quasi-experimental designs and
A minimum of 120 hours required. ps ychology research, nature of o n a s s e s s i n g h u m a n b e hav io r ; their analysis.
(Grading is credit/no credit) science, observational, experimental, the development of assessment Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6002,
Prerequisite: All core courses. Students and case study designs; formulating methodologies including interviews, PSY 6020
must be seniors. research questions; measurement self-reports, and ratings by others, self- Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units strategies; scaling and coding; internal monitoring, and direct observation.
and external validit y; naturalism PSY 6110 Personality and Affect
Includes reliability and validity, and
PSY 6002 Methods of Research in research; quasi- ex periment s; Inves tigation and critique of
accuracy and generalizability. Provides
Examines tools used by psychologists archival research; physical traces; the conceptual and methodological psychoanalytic, humanistic, existential,
in the process of organized inquiry. It data collection; interpreting results; under-pinning for future courses in cognitive, behavioral, biological,
is shown that the basics are the same, program evaluation; professional assessment and useful for clinical, socio-cultural and object relations
whether in formal research or applied writing; and ethics. industrial, educational or laboratory theories of personality and affect.
contexts. Presentation of the types Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6002 contexts. Review of current research on mood
of design, the internal and external Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6002 associated with emotional reactions.
validity of designs, characteristics of Credit: 3 Units E xplores empirical foundations,
adequate measures, the ecology of PSY 6014 Qualitative Methods of assessment, research literature and
experiments, and the advantages Research PSY 6025 Program Evaluation clinical applications.
of materialistic science. Methods Examination of various methodologies Examines the practice of program Prerequisite: BA Psychology
of inquiry as applied to individuals, such as phenomenology, symbolic evaluation in organizational and Credit: 3 Units
couples, and families are covered. interactionism, ethno methodology, clinical settings. Includes: evaluation
Prerequisite: BA Psychology and systems and historical approaches PSY 6111 Introduction to
models; ethical issues; the impact of
Credit: 3 Units to research drawn from psychology, Psychopathology
the broader, external environment
social psychology, sociology, and on the conduct of evaluation studies; A historical view of the concepts of
PSY 6003 Statistics for Behavioral anthropology. mental health and psychopathology
the design of evaluation studies;
Sciences. Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6002 are presented. Primary focus on the
special methodological issues
The purpose of this course is to give Credit: 3 Units specific to progr am evaluation; diagnosis and prognosis of disturbed
a continuation in critical thinking in writing the evaluation report; and the behavior. Uses multi-axial system of
the synthesis of research studies, PSY 6020 Measurement in the DSM as the central organizing

structure of the course. Discussion of Assessment and Diagnosis and learning such as perception, events from infancy to old age and
basic theoretical and treatment issues The purpose of this course is to examine information processing, reasoning, their effect upon individuals, couples,
and future trends. the procedures of ethical assessment, problem solving, decision making, and family relationships. Focus on
Prerequisite: BA Psychology diagnosis and treatment planning and memory, reaction time and unlearning. theory, research, and application of
Credit: 3 Units includes ethical considerations for It also examines the role of retardation, individual and family developmental
intellectual, personality, couple and giftedness and talented, IQ and EQ in psychology. Examination of continuous
PSY 6112 Social Psychology cognition and learning. and discontinuous changes, e.g.
family assessment techniques. Students
An interdisciplinary approach to the will engage with topics such as: the Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6111 courtship, early marriage, childbirth,
study of human behavior with the major processes of assessment, placement in Credit: 3 Units childhood, adolescence, divorce,
focus on the development of research the different levels of care, counseling blended families, parenting, and the
and theories in areas such as learning, PSY 6126 Diversity and the Family family in the later life.
sessions’ treatment planning in varied
the self as process, person perception, modalities, communit y resources E xamines diversit y in the family Prerequisite: PSY 6114
attitudes, affiliations, aggression, and m o b i l i z a t i o n, m u l t i d i s c i p l i n a r y including issues of ethnicity, race, Credit: 3 Units
altruism. team case consultations and ethical religio n, g e nd er, g e nd er- role s,
Prerequisite: BA Psychology sexual orientation, and social class. PSY 6130 Cultural and Ethnic
documentation.
Credit: 3 Units Blends systemic theor y, research, Diversity in Clinical Practice
Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6111
Credit: 3 Units and practice, as students learn to Integration of cultural/ethnic diversity
PSY 6114 Life Cycle Developmental work with diversity issues in families, and the deliver y of psychosocial
Psychology PSY 6116 Issues of Chemical and with families having differing services to members of the Latino,
Review of human behavior for each Dependency cultures, values and needs. Includes Af r ic an - A mer ic an, A sian/Pacific
of the s tages of life - childhood, An introduc tion to chemical consideration of African American, Islander American and Native
ad oles ce nce, ear ly and mid dle dependency, including diagnosis, Hispanic, Native American, Filipino, American communities. Discusses
adulthood and old age. Specific focus treatment and prevention. Asian, inter-racial and other ethnic/ the cultural context of behavior,
on the various theories of human Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6111 racial populations. personality development, family,
development and discus sion of Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: BA Psychology values, psychopathology, assessment,
contemporary issues and trends. Credit: 3 Units and the delivery of psychotherapy/
Prerequisite: BA Psychology PSY 6117 Cognition and Learning counseling services. May include field
Credit: 3 Units PSY 6128 Individual and Family Life- experiences.
The purpose of this course is to
Cycle Development Prerequisite: PSY 6110
examine the processes of cognition
PSY 6115 Psychopathology I: Studies developmental issues and life Credit: 3 Units

PSY 6206 Adult Psychopathology Techniques 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 association, transference, counter
E xamines the range and variet y Studies the basic issues in the client- Credit: 1 unit transference, some aspects of brief
of psychopathological disorders therapist interaction process. Focuses therapy and crisis intervention. Use of
PSY 6214 Theories and Techniques of cases and demonstration.
based on the DSM-IV; the dynamic on different phases of the interview
Individual Psychotherapy Prerequisites: PSY 6110, 6114, 6214
understanding of the conflict/defense process with a special emphasis on the
model of neurotic forms of adjustment, initial stages, personality assessment An examination of the theory and Credit: 3 Units
development of personality disorders and treatment planning. Includes role techniques of major psychotherapy
approaches and an introduc tion PSY 6216 Research Practicum &
and the etiology, symptoms, dynamics, playing, group supervision. Must be
to basic components of the Course Project
treatment, and prognosis of psychoses, taken with PSY 6211 lab.
schizophrenia, mood disorders, and Prerequisite: PSY 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, psychotherapeutic process. Advanced This is a capstone course in completing
borderline phenomena. 3115, 3140 i n d i v i d ual p s yc h ot h e r a py, w i t h a brief research project on a topic
Prerequisites: PSY 6110, 6114, 6111 Credit: 3 Units par ticular emphasis on cognitive, within clinical psychology to provide
Credit: 3 Units behavior al, psychodynamic, practice in writing a research proposal
PSY 6211 Clinical Interviewing interpersonal and existential therapy. and study based on use of archival data
PSY 6208 Child Psychopathology Techniques Lab Skill in the multi modal assessment or a case study. The standard format
Examines theoretical and empirical Individual supervision and evaluation proces s. K nowle dge of c ur rent of a five chapter document, reflecting
findings related to the assessment, of a minimum of two cases through research on individual interventions. the introduction, literature review,
etiology, correlates, and development audio or videotaped interviews. The Integration of theory and practice methodology, results and discussion
of the major categories of childhood student receives suppor tive and of psychotherapy interventions. The sections, utilizing the APA style of
psychopathology based on DSM- corrective feedback concerning her/ course will include lecture, audio-visual writing with minimum of 3000 to 5000
IV. Includes internalizing disorders, his assessment and inter viewing aids, and role-playing. words, or approximately 30 pages in
externalizing disorders, and severe style, communication techniques, length, will be required.
PSY 6215 Psycho-dynamic Prerequisite: PSY 6002, PSY 6711
developmental, individual, family, counter transference issues/biases,
Psychotherapy Credit: 3 Units
school and peer correlates of the and diagnostic, assessment, and
behavioral problems. treatment implications for each case A n examination of basic is sues
in psycho - dy namic ally or iented PSY 6217 Cognitive and Other
Prerequisites: PSY 6110, 6114 being presented. Must be taken with
psychotherapy. Discussion of the Behavioral Therapies
Credit: 3 Units PSY 6212.
Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY dif ferent phases of treatment as Behavior therapy approaches with
PSY 6210 Clinical Interviewing well as the concepts of insight, free a heavy emphasis on the cognitive
therapies of Ellis, Beck, Meichenbaum,
D’Zurilla, Mahoney, and Cautela. A dependency relative to the family.
critical review of the approaches, Discus sion of etiology, medic al
including their philosophical and aspects, evaluation of the family and
empirical basis and research related treatment approaches, legal aspects,
to each is presented. Assessment special populations, communit y
procedures related to each approach resources and referral processes.
are included. In-class exercises and Education and prevention relative to
demonstrations, however proficient the family.
us e of p ro ce d ure s w ill re q uire Prerequisite: PSY 6116
additional training. Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: PSY 6110, 6214
Credit: 3 Units PSY 6242 Applied Psychotherapeutic
Techniques in Chemical Dependency
PSY 6220 Professional Ethics and the Introduction to chemical dependency
Law counseling. Includes assessment of
E xamination of legal issues and patients and their needs, treatment
p rofe s s io nal et hic s co nce r ni ng planning, group and individual
psychotherapists and clinical therapy techniques with the chemically
researchers including: child and elder dependent person.
abuse reporting laws, danger to self Prerequisite: PSY 6116
and others reporting, confidentiality, Credit: 3 Units
privileged communication, patient’s
rights and involuntary commitment. PSY 6245 Substance Abuse in
Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY Diverse Populations
1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 An examination of high-risk groups
Credit: 3 Units and groups with special needs in the
treatment and prevention of chemical
PSY 6240 Therapy with the dependency. Includes perspectives of
Chemically Dependent Family women, African Americans, Spanish-
Examines definitions of chemical speaking Americans, adolescents and

Native Americans. Credit: 3 Units PSY 6257 Psychopharmacology and Prerequisite: PSY 6116, 6240, 6242,
Prerequisite: PSY 6242, 6116 Biological Basis of Behavior 6245, 6256
Credit: 3 Units PSY 6250 Clinical Practicum Credit: 3 Units
Presentation of the neurological
Super vised fieldwork concurrent system of the body. Consideration
PSY 6248 Counseling Practicum I with the clinical placement. Includes PSY 6260 Integrated Methodology I
of the biologic al ex plic ation of
Observation and supervision of field experience in psychological mental processes, including learning, Studies the inter face of scientific
work in a private or public agency, assessment, diagnosis and individual motivation and mental disorders. An and religious knowledge through
which includes face-to-face interaction and group psychotherapy and other examination of the drugs commonly the development of integr ative
with a supervisor and weekly class work typically performed by a clinical seen in the practice of psychology, methodology between psychology
on campus. Requirements include psychologist. Weekly meetings on including drugs of abuse and and religion. Through the use of the
assessment and inter vention with campus with a member of the clinical psychotropic medications. Discussion case study method, the pastoral
individuals and groups; a total of 500 psychology faculty. A minimum of of the role of the psychologist in and psychological perspectives are
hours is required. Course must be 1,000 hours of supervised experience relationship to the use of these drugs. identified and applied to clinical
taken twice for a total of 8 Units is required for completion of the Prerequisite: PSY 6116 practice. Seminar repeated for a total
Prerequisite: All core courses and 25 practicum sequence. Course must be Credit: 3 Units of 3 Units
hours of Personal therapy taken three times for a total of 9 Units Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: Approval of the PSY 6259 Psychopharmacology for 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140
coordinator of clinical training. Psychologists Credit: 3 Units
PSY 6249 Counseling Practicum II Credit: 3 Units The purpose of this is to provide an
Observation and supervision of field PSY 6262 Consciousness and
overview of psychopharmacological
work in a private or public agency, PSY 6255 Field Placement in Spirituality
medications, their basic classification,
which includes face-to-face interaction Chemical Dependency Examination of extraordinary states
indications, contraindications, and
with a supervisor and weekly class Placement of students in the chemical side-effects will be provided. The of consciousness from biological,
on campus. Requirements include dependency concentration at goal of this course is to introduce the psychological and phenomenological
assessment and inter vention with treatment centres for alcoholism students to the basic terminology perspectives. Focus on both naturally
individuals and groups; a total of 500 or drug treatment. Experience in and models of pharmacokinetics as occurring and induced states of
hours is required. Course must be intervention, research, education, and they relate to clinical mental health awareness. Explores both traditional
taken twice for a total of 8 Units administration. counseling and pharmacological and contemporary spiritual aspects
Prerequisite: All core courses and Prerequisite: PSY 6116 treatment. of the self in relation to higher levels
Personal therapy Credit: 3 Units of consciousness. Particular emphasis
Special focus will be given to children’s the elderly, assessment, evaluation,
and treatment approaches for elderly
and other philosophical pioneers is
covered, along with a general history
responses to loss and to consideration persons. Legal and ethical issues and of the field.
of multicultural issues round the grieving community resources are discussed.

Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY
1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140
process. Credit: 3 Units Credit: 2 Units
PSY 6270 Evaluation and Assessment PSY 6308 Interviewing Techniques

on the integration of the spiritual and Principles of progressive relaxation
of Elderly Persons An introduction to communication
psychological in the unfolding of the for controlling tension, especially
self. as manifested in psychiatric and Examination of issues regarding the processes which are fundamental
Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY psychosomatic disorders. Specific assessment of elderly persons. Course to interviewing and psychotherapy
1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 clinical applications include is designed to provide training in of individuals, couples and families.
Credit: 3 Units phobias, anxiety states, insomnia the assessment instruments used to Includes skills such as empathy,
and depression, gastro-intestinal diagnose psychological, neurological, listening, question asking, probes,
PSY 6264 Stress and Tension Control disorders, high blood pressure, and other problems common in the a s s e s s m e nt of c lie nt s f r o m a n
Through Progressive Relaxation headaches and bodily pains. Includes elderly population. individual and systemic perspective,
Seminar in the principles of tension consideration of the prevention of Prerequisite: PSY 6268 and treatment planning across the
control and practice in progressive stress-tension disorders. Credit: 3 Units beginning, middle, and ending phases
relaxation for meeting life’s stresses. Prerequisite: PSY 6264 of therapy. Includes lectures, role-
PSY 6306 Epistemology and History playing.
Ps yc ho physiologic al control is Credit: 3 Units
of MFT Theory Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY
acquired over cognitive as well as
autonomic functions. Emphasis on PSY 6268 Psychological Practice in E xamination of the historical 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140
prophylactic applications. Gerontology d evelo p me nt, e p is te molo gic al, Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY Examination of the psychology of theoretical, foundations, and current
conceptual directions of the field of PSY 6310 Ethics, the Law, and MFT:
1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 gerontology including therapeutic
marriage and family therapy. Focuses Professional Issues
Credit: 3 Units techniques in dealing with elderly
p e r s o n s w i t hi n t h e c o n t e x t o f on cybernetics, general systems Reviews guidelines for APA, AAMFT
PSY 6266 Principles of Stress and individual, group and family therapy. theory, postmodernism, and social an d C A MF T in t he p r ac tice of
Tension Control for the Clinician Also covers etiology of problems of constructionism and their impact on psychology and marriage and family
the field. The work of Gregory Bateson

PSY 6313 Family Therapy Techniques E x plor ation of var ious theor ies
Examination of the major techniques of mar it al relatio ns hips (e.g.
of family therapy, with lec tures, psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral,
obser vation and demonstrations. structural- strategic, Bowen Theory,
Includes a weekly lab of supervised etc.) and related interventions for
videotaped training. Provides a dealing with a variety of marital and
systemic approach to the assessment, divorce problems, e.g. dual-career,
diagnosis and treatment of families. multicultural, violent, alcoholic,
Prerequisites: PSY 6308, 6312, 6312 remar riage. Cour se includes
Credit: 3 Units assessment and intervention of spouse
and partner abuse. Instruction through
PSY 6314 Theories and Techniques of lecture, discussions, role-playing, and
Individual Psychotherapy videotapes.
A c r itic al s ur vey of t heoretic al Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY
concepts, contributions, and 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140
s p e c i f i c t e c h ni q u e s of v a r i o u s Credit: 3 Units
psychotherapeutic perspec tives,
PSY 6316 Sex Therapy in Marriage
therapy, including issues of: child Examination of the major models/ including but not limited to the
and Family Therapy
and elder abuse assessment and schools of family therapy theor y: psycho-dynamic, gestalt, existential-
reporting, privileged communication, historical models such as humanistic, cognitive- behavioral This course is designed to give
confidentiality, patient’s rights and intergenerational, multigenerational; and integrative models of change. the student a basic introduc tion
involuntary commitment and concerns structural-strategic; and cognitive- Emphasis on case presentations, role- and understanding of sex therapy
specific to the MFT profession. behavioral models. Also focuses on playing, and treatment options applied assessment, theory and intervention.
Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY family systems theory and its unique to the major behavioral disorders. Basic sexual dysfunc tions and
1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 theoretical assumptions. Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY difficulties are covered along with
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 major b e hav ior al an d s y s te mic
1101, 1105, 1101, 3110, 3115, 3140 Credit: 3 Units treatment approaches.
PSY 6312 Theories of Marital and Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY
Family Therapy PSY 6315 Marital and Divorce 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140
Therapy Credit: 3 Units
PSY 6317 Parent-Child Therapy Procedures Bereavement research in the major areas of health
Techniques A survey of the major assessment Focuses on loss, several variations education and promotion. Specific
A survey, from a variety of models, techniques in MFT clinical practice. as b ot h conceptualize d and as trends, developmental issues and
of the current research, theory, and Includes intellectual, personality, manifested in dynamic practice and/ appropriate clinical applications will be
techniques of parent training and and couple and family assessment or larger community clinical settings. discussed and demonstrated.
parent-child therapy. The emphasis is techniques. Emphasis is on The course is primarily experimental, Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY
on viewing and working with children administering and interpreting major specifically, psychologist- in training 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140
from a family systems perspective. assessment instruments used by studying key theories (Freud, Bowlby, Credit: 3 Units
The course also exposes students to family therapists for identification of Worden) and conceptualizing/or
PSY 6324 Counseling With Medical
working with child abuse and family mental health problems in individuals, applying the theory to casework with
Population
violence, developmental issues for couples, and families. clients who are currently experiencing
children and families, and cultural Prerequisite: PSY 6319 loss in one of its many manifestations. Provides an overview of counseling
influences in the realm of parenting. Credit: 3 Units The experimental element of the as it relates to health psychology,
Prerequisites: PSY 611, 6114 course will involve presentation of as well as discuss various issues
Credit: 3 Units PSY 6321 Psychology of Health and a case to the class that focuses on related to counseling with individuals
Illness the loss history and the therapist’s with a variety of health concerns.
PSY 6319 Survey of Assessment Focuses on the exploration and navigation with the client of the rough Clinical assessment approaches and
Procedures expansion of knowledge of concepts terrains of attachments, separation interventions for specific illnesses will
A survey of the major assessment in psychology of health and illness. and grief. Special focus will be given be explored.
tec hniq ues in clinic al pr ac tice. Normality and dysfunction within to children’s responses to loss and to Prerequisite: PSY 6321
Includes intellectual, personality, persons and families facing chronic consideration of multicultural issues Credit: 3 Units
projective, and family assessment illness will be covered. The role of round the grieving process.
PSY 6325 Behavioral Medicine
techniques. Emphasis on how to ethnicity, cultural diversity, class, race, Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY
Techniques
read and understand a psychological poverty and sexual orientation will be 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140
assessment report. examined as it relates to health, illness Credit: 3 Units The goal of this class is to
Prerequisite: PSY 6110 and the medical system. understand the theory and practical
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY PSY 6323 Health Education and implement ation of a var iet y of
1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 Promotion behavioral medicine techniques used
PSY 6320 MFT Assessment Credit: 3 Units An examination of the knowledge, to treat health related disorders. The
concept s, prac tices and current course will also provide participants
PSY 6322 Loss, Grief and

with an opportunity to obtain personal the psychotherapeutic context. It counseling. Includes assessment of Prerequisite: All core courses and 25
experience with the techniques that also covers multi-cultural counselor patients and their needs, treatment hours of Personal therapy
will help them to understand some competencies and barriers to planning, group and individ ual Credit: 3 Units
of the possible outcomes. Familiarity multicultural counselling. therapy techniques with the chemically
with alternative forms of medicine, dependent person. PSY 6249 Counseling Practicum II
T h e c o u r s e w ill e m p h a s i ze o n
including practices of other cultures multicultural counseling skills and an Prerequisite: PSY 6116 Observation and supervision of field
will be explored. integration of counselling theories. Credit: 3 Units work in a private or public agency,
Prerequisite: PSY 6321 which includes face-to-face interaction
Ultimately, it empowers the student to PSY 6245 Substance Abuse in
Credit: 3 Units with a supervisor and weekly class
understand, respect and appreciate Diverse Populations on campus. Requirements include
PSY 6329 Theories and Techniques of the cultural backgrounds of clients.
An examination of high-risk groups assessment and inter vention with
Individual Counseling Credit: 3 Units
and groups with special needs in the individuals and groups; a total of 500
A critical sur vey of theoretical c PSY 6240 Therapy with the treatment and prevention of chemical hours is required. Course must be taken
o nce pt s , c o n t r ib u t io ns, a n Chemically Dependent Family dependency. Includes perspectives of twice for a total of 8 Units Prerequisite:
d specific techniques of various women, African Americans, Spanish- All core courses and Personal therapy
Examines definitions of chemical
psychotherapeutic perspec tives, speaking Americans, adolescents and Credit: 3 Units
dependency relative to the family.
including but not limited to the Native Americans.
Discus sion of etiology, medic al
psycho-dynamic, gestalt, existential- Prerequisite: PSY 6242, 6116 PSY 6350 Marriage and Family
aspects, evaluation of the family and
humanistic, cognitive- behavioral Credit: 3 Units Therapy Practicum
treatment approaches, legal aspects,
and integrative models of change. Observation and supervision of marital
special populations, communit y PSY 6248 Counseling Practicum I
Emphasis on case presentations, role- and family therapy in an approved clinic
resources and referral processes.
playing, and treatment options applied Observation and supervision of field or public agency and a course involving
Education and prevention relative to
to the major behavioral disorders. work in a private or public agency, case presentations, live and videotape
the family.
Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115 which includes face-to-face interaction supervision of therapy experiences.
Credit: 3 Units with a supervisor and weekly class The practicum program requires 500
Credit: 3 Units
on campus. Requirements include hours. Of direct client contact, 250 of
PSY 6330 Multicultural Issues of assessment and inter vention with
PSY 6242 Applied Psychotherapeutic which must be with couples or families;
Counseling individuals and groups; a total of
Techniques in Chemical Dependency students receive 100 hours of individual
The purpose of the course is to 500 hours is required. Course must and group supervision, at least 50
Introduction to chemical dependency
integrate multicultural issues within be taken twice for a total of 8 Units hours of which are based on direct
observation, videotape or audiotape. psychotropic medications. and religion. Through the use of the relaxation for meeting life’s stresses.
Student s mus t be enrolled in a Discussion of the role of the case study method, the pastoral Psycho physiological control is acquired
practicum course until all requirements psychologist in relationship to the use and psychological perspectives are over cognitive as well as autonomic
are complete. Course must be taken a of these drugs. identified and applied to clinical functions. Emphasis on prophylactic
minimum of 4 times for a minimum total practice. Seminar repeated for a total applications.
of 12 Units of 3 Units Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115
Credit: 3 Units
Prerequisite: PSY 6312, 6313 Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115 Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units PSY 6259 Psychopharmacology for Credit: 3 Units
PSY 6266 Principles of Stress and
Psychologists
PSY 6255 Field Placement in PSY 6262 Consciousness and Tension Control for the Clinician
Chemical Dependency The purpose of this is to provide an Spirituality Principles of progressive relaxation
overview of psychopharmacological
Placement of students in the chemical Examination of extraordinary states for controlling tension, especially
medications, their basic classification,
de pendenc y concentr ation at of consciousness from biological, as manifested in psychiatric and
indications, contraindications, and
treatment centres for alcoholism psychological and phenomenological psychosomatic disorders. Specific
side-effects will be provided. The
or drug treatment. Experience in perspectives. Focus on both naturally clin ical appications include phobias,
goal of this course is to introduce the
intervention, research, education, and occurring and induced states of anxiet y states, insomnia and
students to the basic terminology
administration. awareness. Explores both traditional depression, gastro-intestinal disorders,
and models of pharmacokinetics as
Prerequisite: PSY 6116 and contemporary spiritual aspects high blood pressure, headaches and
they relate to clinical mental health
Credit: 3 Units of the self in relation to higher levels bodily pains. Includes consideration
counseling and pharmacological
of consciousness. Particular emphasis of the prevention of stress-tension
PSY 6257 Psychopharmacology and treatment.
on the integration of the spiritual and disorders.
Biological Basis of Behavior Prerequisite: PSY 6116, 6240, 6242,
psychological in the unfolding of the Prerequisite: PSY 6264
6245, 6256
Presentation of the neurological self. Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
system of the body. Consideration Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115
of the biologic al ex plic ation of Credit: 3 Units PSY 6268 Psychological Practice in
PSY 6260 Integrated Methodology I Gerontology
mental processes, including learning,
motivation and mental disorders. An Studies the inter face of scientific PSY 6264 Stress and Tension Control Examination of the psychology of
examination of the drugs commonly and religious knowledge through Through Progressive Relaxation gerontology including therapeutic
seen in the practice of psychology, the development of integr ative Seminar in the principles of tension techniques in dealing with elderly per
inclu ding d r ug s of ab us e an d methodology between psychology control and practice in progressive sons within the contex t of individual,
The practicum group and family therapy. Also covers
etiology of problems of the elderly,
constructionism and their impact on
the field. The work of Gregory Bateson
and elder abuse assessment and
reporting, privileged communication,
program requires assessment, evaluation, and treatment and other philosophical pioneers is confidentiality, patient’s rights and
200 contact approaches for elderly persons. Legal

and ethical issues and community
covered, along with a general history
of the field.
involuntary commitment and concerns
specific to the MFT profession.
hours off campus resources are discussed. Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115 Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115
with individuals Prerequisite: PSY 6114

Credit: 3 Units
or groups at an PSY 6270 Evaluation and Assessment

PSY 6308 Interviewing Techniques PSY 6312 Theories of Marital and
Family Therapy
An introduction to communication
approved practicum of Elderly Persons processes which are fundamental Examination of the major
site. Examination of issues regarding the
assessment of elderly persons. Course
to interviewing and psychotherapy
of individuals, couples and families.
models/ schools of family therapy
theor y: historical models such as
is designed to provide training in Includes skills such as empathy, intergenerational, multigenerational;
the assessment instruments used to listening, question asking, probes, structural-strategic; and cognitive-
diagnose psychological, neurological, a s s e s s m e nt of c lie nt s f r o m a n behavioral models. Also focuses on
and other problems common in the individual and systemic perspective, family systems theory and its unique
elderly population. and treatment planning across the theoretical assumptions.
Prerequisite: PSY 6268 beginning, middle, and ending phases Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115
Credit: 3 Units of therapy. Includes lectures, role- Credit: 3 Units
playing.
PSY 6306 Epistemology and History Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115 PSY 6313 Family Therapy Techniques
of MFT Theory Credit: 3 Units Examination of the major techniques
E xamination of the his tor ic al of family therapy, with lec tures,
d eve l o p m e nt, e p i s te m o l o g ic al, PSY 6310 Ethics, the Law, and MFT: obser vation and demonstrations.
theoretical, foundations, and current Professional Issues Includes a weekly lab of supervised
conceptual directions of the field of Reviews guidelines for APA, AAMFT videotaped training. Provides a
marriage and family therapy. Focuses and C AMF T in the pr ac tice of systemic approach to the assessment,
on c ybernetic s, general systems psychology and marriage and family diagnosis and treatment of families.
theory, postmodernism, and social therapy, including issues of: child Prerequisites: PSY 6308, 6312, 6312

Credit: 3 Units techniques of parent training and and interpreting major assessment specifically, psychologist- in training
parent-child therapy. The emphasis is instruments used by family therapists studying key theories (Freud, Bowlby,
PSY 6315 Marital and Divorce on viewing and working with children for identification of mental health Worden) and conceptualizing/or
Therapy from a family systems perspective. problems in individuals, couples, and applying the theory to casework with
Exploration of various theories of The course also exposes students to families. clients who are currently experiencing
marital relationships (e. g. assessment working with child abuse and family Prerequisite: PSY 6319 loss in one of its many manifestations.
and inter vention of spouse and violence, developmental issues for Credit: 3 Units The experimental element of the
partner abuse. Instruction through children and families, and cultural course will involve presentation of
lecture, discussions, role-playing, and influences in the realm of parenting. PSY 6321 Psychology of Health and a case to the class that focuses on
videotapes. Prerequisites: PSY 611, 6114 Illness the loss history and the therapist’s
Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115 Credit: 3 Units Focuses on the exploration and navigation with the client of the rough
Credit: 3 Units expansion of knowledge of concepts terrains of attachments, separation
PSY 6319 Survey of Assessment in psychology of health and illness. and grief. Special focus will be given
PSY 6316 Sex Therapy in Marriage Procedures Normality and dysfunction within to children’s responses to loss and to
and Family Therapy A survey of the major assessment persons and families facing chronic consideration of multicultural issues
This course is designed to give techniques in clinical prac tice. illness will be covered. The role of round the grieving process.
the student a basic introduc tion Includes intellectual, personality, ethnicity, cultural diversity, class, race, Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115
and understanding of sex therapy projective, and family assessment poverty and sexual orientation will be Credit: 3 Units
assessment, theory and intervention. techniques. Emphasis on how to examined as it relates to health, illness
Basic sexual dys func t ions and read and understand a psychological and the medical system. PSY 6323 Health Education and
difficulties are covered along with assessment report. Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115 Promotion
major b e hav ior al an d s y s te mic Prerequisite: PSY 6110 Credit: 3 Units An examination of the knowledge,
treatment approaches. Credit: 3 Units concept s, prac tices and current
Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115 PSY 6322 Loss, Grief and research in the major areas of health
Credit: 3 Units PSY 6320 MFT Assessment Bereavement education and promotion. Specific
Procedures Focuses on loss, several variations trends, developmental issues and
PSY 6317 Parent-Child Therapy A survey of the major assessment as b ot h conceptualize d and as appropriate clinical applications will be
Techniques techniques in MFT clinical practice. manifested in dynamic practice and/ discussed and demonstrated.
A survey, from a variety of models, Includes intellectual, personality, and or larger community clinical settings. Prerequisite: PSY 5101, 5105, 5110, 5115
of the current research, theory, and couple and family assessment te c hn iq The course is primarily experimental, Credit: 3 Units
ue s . E m p h a s i s i s o n administering
PSY 6324 Counseling With Medical Credit: 3 Units influence, politics, organizational a variety of methods. Examination
Population design and structure, decision making, of measurement questions in an
PSY 6350 Marriage and Family c reativ it y, co mmu nic atio n, a n d I/O set ting, with exploration of
Provides an overview of counseling
Therapy Practicum organizational change; case studies; reliability theor y, commonly used
as it relates to health psychology,
as well as discuss various issues Observation and supervision of marital didactic and experiential approaches. test construction strategies, item
related to counseling with individuals and family therapy in an approved Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY analysis models, differential weighting
with a variety of health concerns. clinic or public agency and a course 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 procedures, and selection, use, and
Clinical assessment approaches and involving case presentations, live and Credit: 3 Units interpretation of appropriate methods
interventions for specific illnesses will videotape super vision of therapy for individual ability, aptitude, and
experiences. The practicum program PSY 6404 Leadership Theory and vocational interest assessment.
be explored.
requires 500 hours. Of direct client Research Prerequisites: PSY 6006, PSY 6020, PSY
Credit: 3 Units contact, 250 of which must be with Sur vey of leadership theor y and 6408
couples or families; students receive research; characteristics of leaders, Credit: 3 Units
PSY 6325 Behavioral Medicine 100 hours of individual and group theories of leadership origins, and
Techniques supervision, at least 50 hours of which psychological and social correlates. PSY 6408 Industrial/Organizational
are based on direct obser vation, Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY Psychology
The goal of this class is to
understand the theory and practical videotape or audiotape. Students 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 E xamines the theoretical and
implement ation of a var iet y of must be enrolled in a practicum course Credit: 3 Units conceptual roots of I/O Psychology,
behavioral medicine techniques used until all requirements are complete. the significant persons and classics
Course must be taken a minimum of 4 PSY 6405 I/O Psychology: Basic Skills of I/O Psychology literature and the
to treat health related disorders. The
course will also provide participants times for a minimum total of 12 Units This course has a dual focus, that breadth of concerns. Includes an
with an opportunity to obtain personal Prerequisite: PSY 6312, 6313 being two of the most basic requisite overview of methods, techniques,
experience with the techniques that Credit: 3 Units skill areas for the I/O Psychologist, job and ins tr ument ation, ethic al
will help them to understand some analysis and individual assessment. considerations, current issues, and
of the possible outcomes. Familiarity PSY 6402 Organizational Behavior O n t h e s t r e n g t h of t h e s e t w o future trends in research and practice.
with alternative forms of medicine, Inquiry into individuals and groups i nfo r m a t io n al b a s e s r e s t m a ny Prerequisite: PSY 6401, 6402
including practices of other cultures within organizations; behaviors of organizational programs and critical Credit: 3 Units
will be explored. organizations; goal setting, rewards, personnel decisions. Theoretical
and conceptual grounding in, and PSY 6410 Ethics, the Law, and
Prerequisite: PSY 6321 work, stress, leadership, power,
practice in, job and task analysis using Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Case study approach to ethical and relevance for those concerned with of selection instruments. Development training in effective diagnosis. Analysis
legal considerations, implications, stress and work issues as well as with the of an understanding of selection of case studies of real-world problems
and cons tr aint s on the pr ac tice implementation of stress management procedures and the use of selection to discover techniques applicable
of I/O Psychology, organizational programs. instruments, including screening, to problems involving interactive
development activities, and Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY interviewing, and decision making in competitive decision components. Use
organizational consultation. 1101, 1105, 1110, 3115, 3140 selection. of role-playing to handle strategic and
Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or Credit: 3 Units Prerequisites: PSY 6002, 6014, 6408 tactical negotiation decisions.
PSY1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140, Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: PSY 6212, 6418.
6401, 6402 PSY 6415 Leadership and Decision- Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units Making PSY 6418 Team Building
Examination of decision-making as Applied and theoretical aspec ts PSY 6424 Organization Theory
PSY 6412 Group Dynamics one of the most important recurrent of improving per formance of on E xamination and comparison of
Relevant psychological theories and human activities. Identifies steps in going work groups and increasing alternative models of organizational
research on group behavior. Attention the decision- making process and interpersonal effectiveness. Attention systems. The movement from
to issues of leadership, authority, small how to acquire decision- making to use of diagnostic questionnaires, Weberian top-down rational models
groups, communication, interaction skills; it explores decision theory, team-development activities, and to those of loosely coupled systems.
styles, change ameliorative factors. and the leadership role in relation to group-processing techniques. Highly The effects in a multicultural and
I nc lu d e s ex te ns i ve ex p e r ie nt ial prescriptive and normative decision- experiential. multiple stakeholder environments on
exercises. making. Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY organizational structure and function.
Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY Prerequisite: BA (Psychology) or PSY 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140, 6405, Current research and future directions.
1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140 1101, 1105, 1110, 3110, 3115, 3140, 6402, 6412 Prerequisite: PSY 6408
Credit: 3 Units 6404 Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
PSY 6414 Stress in the Human PSY 6420 Social Psychology of PSY 6425 Organizational
Experience PSY 6416 Personnel Selection Negotiation and Bargaining Development I
Rev ie w of i n d i v i d u al, g r o u p, Introduction to selection models and E xamination of influence and Overview of the field of organizational
organizational and extra-organizational their applications to business and negotiation concepts and central development, and the role of the
stressors. An integration of theories, industry. Performance criteria and problems and processes in negotiation internal or external consultant as a
research and prac tice from many predictive performance measures. through actual practice and behavioral change agent. Exploration of the roots
disciplines into a framework that has Examination, critique, and validation experimentation combined with of OD, focusing on the contributions

of v a r i o u s d i s c i p li n e s a n d key Exploration of international practice, Focuses on the key elements in PSY 6704: Clinical Psychopathology I:
personalities. Individual readiness emerging issues, and the future preparation, design, and delivery of Assessment and Diagnoses
and preparation for the role of change directions of OD. training. Includes needs analysis and The purpose of this course is to
agent. Presentation of taxonomy of Prerequisite: PSY 6425 identification of training objectives, examine the procedures of ethical
OD interventions. Heavy emphasis on Credit: 3 Units design considerations, and integration assessment, diagnosis and treatment
diagnosis and diagnostic techniques of training goals with learner needs. planning and includes ethical
and instrumentation, with hands-on PSY 6430 Motivation and Prerequisite: PSY 6408 co ns id e r at io ns fo r intelle c t ual,
diagnostic activities, augmented by Productivity Credit: 3 Units p e r s o nali t y, co u p le a n d f a mil y
case studies and individual research. Theory and research, including classical assessment techniques. Students
Central to the course is the OD and contemporary literatures; design PSY 6700 Workshop
will engage with topics such as: the
Code of Ethics established by the of incentive and reward systems; the Investigation of a particular topic, processes of assessment, placement in
Organizational Development Institute. role of central I/O Psychology concerns problem, or issue in psychology. Area the different levels of care, counseling
Prerequisite: PSY 6408 (e.g., selection, appraisal, job stress, selected for study varies each quarter. sessions’ treatment planning in varied
Credit: 3 Units jo b r e d e s ig n), w i t h r e s p e c t to Prerequisite: PSY 6002, Prerequisite: modalities, community resources
motivation; alternative perspectives for the topic selected. m o b i l i z a t i o n, m u l t i d i s c i p l i n a r y
PSY 6426 Organizational Credit: 3 Units
on produc tivit y; the relationship team case consultations and ethical
Development II
among productivity, performance, documentation.
Continuation of study and practical PSY 6703 Neuropsychology and
and job satisfaction; productivity Prerequisite: BA Psychology
experience in organizational Biological Bases of Behavior
improvement interventions; current Credit: 3 Units
development, with focus on crises and concerns in productivity, The purpose of this course is to review
techniques and methods used in post- future outlook. principles of neurotransmission, and PSY 6707 History and Systems of
diagnostic interventions. Examination Prerequisite: PSY 6408 investigate the role of pharmaceuticals Psychology
of a variety of intervention models, Credit: 3 Units in the treatment of mental disorders. The purpose of this course is to
and several established OD systems Students will explore current research explore the history and systems of
and their instrumentation. Case study PSY 6440 Human Resource and psychopharmacological treatment psychology from its early origins
of successful and unsuccessful OD Development of depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, in philosophy, religion, medicine,
inter ventions. Individual research Preparation for a key role of the insomnia, bi-polar disorder, attention- and physiology. Particular attention
and experiential exercises. Both psychologist in organizations; training deficit disorder, and dementia. will be given to the contributions
the necessity for, and techniques of and management development. Prerequisite: BA Psychology of psychoanalysis, struc turalism,
evaluation in OD are emphasized. Credit: 3 Units
f unc tionalis m, behavior is m and with a focus on empirical research participation will support the practical evidence surrounding the impact of
gestalt psychotherapy and how these in Psychology. Students will be learning objectives to prepare for psychological trauma and violence
approaches have found expression in e x p o s e d t o t o p i c s t o i n c l u d e: ef fec tive facilitation as a group upon the individual. The course
the current movements’ psychology. ps ychology research, nature of therapist. provides insight into the processes
Individual contributions of various science, observational, experimental, Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6220, of trauma; as well an understanding
psychologists and review of various and case study designs; formulating PSY 6701, PSY 6704, PSY 6705 of interventions in treatment. The
historical eras will also be examined. research questions; measurement Credit: 3 Units impact of trauma due to violence
Prerequisites: BA Psychology strategies; scaling and coding; internal for both perpetrators and victims in
PSY 6716: Clinical Research Practicum
Credit: 3 Units and external validit y; naturalism partner violence is also a focus of the
and Course Project
in research; quasi- ex periment s; course. Risk management and crisis
PSY 6710 Clinical: Psychopathology archival research; physical traces; This is a capstone course in completing intervention focuses on assessment
II: Case Conceptualization and & data collection; interpreting results; a brief research project on a topic of self-harm and suicide risk as well
within clinical psychology to provide
Treatment program evaluation; professional as risk of harm to others; including
practice in writing a research proposal
The purpose of this course is to provide writing; and ethics. interventions in treatment.
and study based on use of archival data
an in-depth focus on the symptoms, Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6002 Credit: 3 Units
or a case study. The standard format
diagnoses, and treatment planning, Credit: 3 Units
of a five chapter document, reflecting PSY 6718 Clinical Psychotherapy
based on further developing case the introduction, literature review,
PSY 6713 Process of Group Therapy Skills Lab
conceptualization skills. Identifying methodology, results and discussion
treatment modalities, treatment The purpose of this course is to provide T his cour s e foc us es on clinic al
sections, utilizing the APA style of
priorities, and treatment goals utilizing a practical application of principles writing with minimum of 3000 to 5000 psychotherapy skill development;
written treatment plans. and applications of various effective words, or approximately 30 pages in including interviewing, diagnosis and
Prerequisite: BA Psychology, PSY 6704, process and content interventions in length, will be required. treatment skills. Experiential training
PSY 6705 group psychotherapy. Learners will Prerequisite: PSY 6002, PSY 6711 is the core methodology utilized,
Credit: 3 Units explore issues such as: group start Credit: 3 Units including video tape of simulated
up, stages in group formation, and therapy sessions. Students will practice
PSY 6003 Statistics for Behavioral cohesiveness; as well as common PSY 6717 Psychological Trauma, Risk elements of initial psychotherapy
Sciences. challenges and goals for the group Assessment, Crisis Intervention, sessions involved in establishing the
The purpose of this course is to give therapist. The course will give the Partner and Family Violence therapeutic relationship. During
learners oppor tunities to engage Students will examine the scientific role practice sessions, application of
a continuation in critical thinking in
in role play and intensive group brief therapies including, cognitive
the synthesis of research studies,

behavioral therapy, as well as other purpose of this introductory course is courses in the sequence and must take The prac ticum program requires
effective interventions will be included. to enable students gain knowledge them in the order set. The purpose of 200 contact hours off campus with
Credit: 3 Units in joining and rapport, consent and this course is to teach students how individuals or groups at an approved
initiating sessions, and how to present to focus on and work with different p r a c t i c u m s i t e. We e k l y g r o u p
PSY 6771 Clinical Practicum I cases by using the clinical language cultural aspects presented by clients supervision and case presentations will
The purpose of this course is to and procedures required. The students and how to deal with them, as well be included in class.
support and instruct the student in will learn how to write progress notes, as enable students actualize their Prerequisite: PSY 6772
gaining practical hands-on training maintain a client's chart all the while selec ted theories and facilit ate Credit: 3 Units
and super vised experience in an adhering to all AAMFT ethical and successful execution of their treatment *Personal Therapy: 25 Hours of
approved therapy clinic/centre. The legal guidelines. plans. Personal Therapy are required prior to
practicum program requires 200 off Credit: 3 Units In this course the students will have PSY 6771, Clinical Practicum I.
campus contact hours with individuals the oppor tunity of spending the
PSY 6772 Clinical Practicum II PSY 6773A Clinical Practicum III
or groups at an approved practicum summer semester abroad at the
site. Weekly group supervision and The purpose of this course is to support This is the third and final course in the
affiliate University of Houston Clear
case presentations will be included in and instruct the student in continuing practicum series. Students are not
Lake (UHCL), thus allowing students to
class. to gain practical hands-on training and allowed to skip any of the courses in
have their clinical training in a different
Prerequisite: PSY 6220, PSY 6701, PSY supervised experience in an approved the sequence and must take them
culture, which also broadens their
6703, PSY 6704, PSY 6705 PSY 6710 and therapy clinic/center. The practicum in the order set. The purpose of this
skillset and knowledge. The course
completion of required 25 hours of program requires 200 contact hours course is to enable students gain
instructor will accompany the students
personal therapy off campus with individuals or groups knowledge on contextual issues, social
to UHCL or other identified university
Credit: 3 Units at an approved pr ac ticum site. issues including but not limited to
affiliate.
Weekly group supervision and case social justice, gender, and power.
PSY 6771A Clinical Practicum I Prerequisite: PSY 6771A
presentations will be included in class. Prerequisite: PSY 6772A
Credit: 3 Units
This is the first of a three-series class. Prerequisite: PSY 6771 Credit: 3 Units
These courses are only taught in Credit: 3 Units PSY 6773 Clinical Practicum III
sequence due to the material being PSY 6820 Research Practicum
The purpose of this course is to support
covered and level of exper tise. PSY 6772A Clinical Practicum II Supervised experience conducting
and instruc t the student toward
Students are not allowed to skip any This is the second course in the more advanced practical hands-on research in the area of Psychology and
of the courses in the sequence and practicum series of three. Students training and supervised experience Family Studies. Provides opportunities
must take them in the order set. The are not allowed to skip any of the in an approved therapy clinic/center. for students to gain experience in

designing research studies, data entry The purpose of this course is to a competenc y-based laborator y intervention, and evaluation strategies
and analysis, and preparing research provide an in-depth look at the major component for administration, scoring, to families and individuals confronting a
fora publication. Course may be DSM-IV-TR disorders of infanc y, and interpretation of intelligence and major loss. Assessment and differential
repeated. childhood and adolescence, enabling neuropsychological tests treatment selection within the context
Prerequisite: PSY 6002, Prerequisite: students to practice diagnostic skills Prerequisites: PSY 6710, PSY 7701, PSY of various vulnerable populations will
for the topic selected. and case conceptualization through 7706, be explored. This course will focus
Credit: 1-3 units the use of case vignettes, as well as Credit: 4 Units on under s tanding the impac t of
to apply models and techniques of anticipated and traumatic loss and grief
PSY 6990 Master’s Thesis PSY 7709 Advanced Group Therapy
psychological theories to cases, using on individuals, and the family system,
The design implementation and both individual and group therapies. The purpose of this course is on group and will look at the development of
analysis of a study or experiment in super vision and training students
The course covers issues affecting continuing bonds. Current theories
in developing s k ills to b ecome
psychology under the supervision of a vulnerable children, as well as pediatric of trauma and bereavement will be
effective group leaders, supervisors
thesis committee. populations, in addition to providing a explored as they reflect more general
or facilitators. Students are trained in
Prerequisite: PSY 6002, Prerequisite: focus on issues of attachment, physical, social and psychological theories and
group supervision skills, to prepare
for the topic selected. sexual, emotional abuse and neglect, social and political trends tasks of the
them for practicum placement and
Credit: 3 Units as well as maladaptive and harmful grief process including anticipatory
career settings where they will utilize
behavior in children and adolescents. experiential training in obser ver grief, symptoms of uncomplicated
PSY 7701 Adult Psychopathology Prerequisites: PSY 6710 and complicated grief, the interface of
roles with simulation group role play
The purpose of this course is to Credit: 3 Units exercises in every class throughout trauma and grief, and associated risk will
e x a m i n e t h e m a j o r DSM - I V-T R the semester. The small class size be explored.
disorder s of adulthood, and to PSY 7708 Cognitive and Prerequisites: PSY 6710, PSY 7701
allows for adequate time for increased
equip students with diagnostic, case Neuropsychological Assessments: practice in group therapy techniques Credit: 3
conceptualization and psychological Psychometric Lab II and instructor feedback.
intervention skills for the different The purpose of this course is to Prerequisites: PSY 6710, PSY 7701 PSY 7716 Community and Rural
disorders affecting adulthood. examine assessments of cognitive Credit: 3 Units Psychology
Prerequisites: PSY 6710 and neuropsychological strengths The purpose of this course is to provide
Credit: 3 Units and weaknesses of children and PSY 7714 Trauma and Bereavement a critical look at the large and growing
adolescents, and cognitive deficits and Interventions numbers of underserved people in
PSY 7703 Child and Adolescent cognitive functions that remained intact The purpose of this course is to examine African society that are unable to
Psychopathology with young and older adults. It includes the specific application of assessment, access mental health services despite

significant need, due to issues of I: Brief, Behavioral and Other is designed to provide experiential 7720 Advanced Psychopathology I,
extreme poverty, social exclusion, Therapies training in role practice in developing with focus on developing conceptual
lack of psychological knowledge, ill This course focuses on treatment treatment planning as well as role framework and treatment planning.
health and discrimination. With the methods including a wide range of practice in appropriate application of The course provides methodology for
increasing focus on providing clinical brief therapies. In addition the course the various types of treatment. students to gain skills in writing case
psychology training in Kenya, and provides a comprehensive review of summaries, diagnosis and detailed
with the resultant increase in access PSY 7719 Advanced treatment planning by utilizing
behavioral modification, cognitive
to psychological therapies for those Psychopathology I: Assessment and experiential training. Students prepare
behavioral therapies, person centered
middle -income groups who can Diagnosis and present simulated cases based
therapy, and psycho-educational
access private practice, the risk is approaches utilized in treatment. This course is an experiential training in on vignettes that are then discussed
that the gap between the different Other pertinent treatment modalities utilizing the DSM 5 diagnostic manual. in class and critiqued for treatment of
socio-economic groups will polarize may be included, as identified by Vignettes prepared by the students symptoms, treatment modality and
even further. This course therefore the faculty. The course will include and instructor will provide basis for treatment goals.
raises attention to the impor tant experiential training in role practice examining provisional diagnoses and
role of clinical psychologists within differential diagnosis. The course PSY 7721 Doctoral Practicum I
in developing treatment planning and
community and rural organizations/ role practice in application. will focus on a variety of diagnosis This is the first of three clinical
charity sectors, providing both direct including depressive disorders, anxiety prac ticum placement s requiring
and indirect interventions with hard- PSY 7718 Treatment Modalities II: disorders, trauma related disorders, 200 hours of training. During the
to-reach groups within the community, Humanistic, Existential and Other bipolar disorders, substance use practicum, hours are tracked and
through the provision of psychological Therapies disorders, psychotic disorders, and evaluations are completed by site
therapies, as well as through providing This course represents par t II of other areas of clinical focus. The supervisor and USIU-Africa faculty
training and super vision to other treatment modalities. This course will student will gain competency skills in and monitored by the Clinical Training
professionals working directly with focus on several treatment modalities symptom identification and diagnosis Coordinator. Weekly classes serve
those groups in order to increase including humanistic and existential of the major disorders commonly seen as group supervision, including case
psychological knowledge, prevention treatment. In addition, Jungian, in clinical practice. presentations and development of
and sustainability. Psychodynamic, and other theoretical psychotherapeutic skills.
Prerequisites: PSY 6709, PSY 6710 PSY 7720 Advanced Prerequisites: PSY 6706, PSY 6709, PSY
approaches will be included, as well as
Credit: 3 Units Psychopathology II: Case 6710, and verification of 25 hours of
other pertinent treatment modalities
Conceptualization and Treatment personal therapy
as identified by faculty. The course
PSY 7717 Treatment Modalities This course is continuation from PSY Credit: 3 Units

PSY 7722 Doctoral Practicum II Prerequisite: PSY 7722 diseases and psychopathology. It will methods. It begins with an overview
The purpose of this course is to increase Credit: 3 Units also cover clinical psychopathology of key perspec tives on research,
skill acquisition and application in disorders including: schizophrenia, different types of studies, and the
PSY 7724 Ethical Dilemmas in Clinical depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc. main differences between qualitative
therapeutic practice. This is the second
Psychology and quantit ative tr aditions. In
of three clinical practicum placements,
This is an advanced experiential PSY 7726 Quantitative Research addition, understand how to think,
requiring 200 hours of training. During
training course in applied ethical Methods and Statistics write, critique, and argue about social
the practicum, hours are tracked and
evaluations are completed by site standards based on the American The purpose of this course is to science research is an important part of
supervisor and USIU-Africa faculty Psychological Association’s standards examine Q uantit ative Res earc h this section. Part II focuses on research
and monitored by the Clinical Training in ethical prac tice. The use of methods used in psychologic al design and data collection, including
Coordinator. Weekly classes serve simulated cases involving vignettes will research. Quantitative methods methods in semi-structured interviews,
as group supervision, including case provide a basis for experiential learning emphasizes objective measurements open interviews, observations, and
presentations and development of to result in student competency in and numer ic al analysis of dat a focus groups.
psychotherapeutic skills. prevention and resolution of difficult collected through polls, questionnaires
ethical conflicts. or surveys. This course will focus PSY 7729 Psychopharmacology in
Prerequisites: PSY 7721
on research design, data gathering Clinical Psychology
Credit: 3 Units
PSY 7725 Neuropsychopathology methods, methods of data analysis and This course explores the neurological
PSY 7723 Doctoral Practicum III This course will cover a range of write up. affects in ones anatomy, physiology
This is the las t of three clinical neuropsychopathological conditions and biology that would lend
which the clinical psychologists is likely PSY 7727 Qualitative Research themselves to requiring actions of
prac ticum placements, requiring
to encounter will be covered in terms Methods and Analysis psychopharmacological agents that
200 hours of training. During the
practicum, hours are tracked and of pathology, neuropsychological This course focuses on qualitative are currently in use. The indications
evaluations are completed by site presentation, course of disease, research designs in the behavioral for requiring prescriptions, the side
supervisor and USIU-Africa faculty assessment and treatment. These and the social sciences. It is intended effects, and the clinical considerations
and monitored by the Clinical Training will include head injury, dementia, to provide an overview of particular are well explored in the course. The
Coordinator. Weekly classes serve a l c o h o l - r e l a te d b r ai n d a m a g e, tec hniq ues in res earc h d esig n, DSM-5 diagnostic manual will be used
as group supervision, including case epilepsy, cerebrovascular disease, data collection and data analysis as the central organizing structure of
presentations and development of anoxia; cerebral tumor; hydrocephalus; most commonly associated with the course.
psychotherapeutic skills. multiple sclerosis; AIDS infectious qualitative research. Par t I starts
with an introduction to qualitative PSY 7730 Personality and Behavioral

in Clinical Psychology PSY 7732 Dissertation II oral defense and library submission persons from cultures which differ from
This course includes experiential This is the second course in a required by the conclusion of this course will the psychologist’s background.
training in psychometric testing. sequence of three dissertation courses, register for PSY 7735 Dissertation in Prerequisites: PSY7733
St ud e nt s will lear n t he tes ting following PSY 7731 (Disser tation Progress. Credit: 1 Unit
procedures and ethical considerations I). The course will provide standard Prerequisites: PSY 7731, PSY 7732.
PSY 7736 Memory and Cognition
w he n co n d uc t ing p roje c t ive, content requirements in finalization of Credit: 3 Units
The purpose of this course is to
behavioral and personality testing, Chapters 1, 2, and 3 in the dissertation
PSY 7734 Cultural Diversity in examine the main components of
including writing of psychological proposal, including requirements for
Clinical Psychology human cognition, and how each affects
evaluations reports. the Institutional Review board and
Various patient and client populations human behaviour and interactions.
the Oral defense of the proposal.
PSY 7731 Dissertation I m ay d i f f e r i n p r e s e n t a t i o n of Specifically, the focus will be on
Data collection and related ethical
This course prepares students to symptoms, which can of ten be perception, attention, memory, and
standards are informed. Content
understand the content requirements associated with cultural influences. language processes. Final units
requirements regarding data analysis
of the dissertation proposal, utilizing This course explores cultural will explore higher-level cognitive
and reporting of results for Chapter
the USIU-Africa Psy.D. Dissertation differences among various nationality functions such as decision making,
4, as well as content requirements for
Handbook. The course informs on and ethnic groups emphasizing the creativity, and cross-cultural influences
Chapter 5 will be also be covered.
planning and writing of Chapter I- importance of competency in treating on the cognitive system.
Prerequisites: PSY 7731
Introduction, Chapter 2- Literature Credit: 3 Units persons from cultures which differ
PSY 7737 Psychotherapy Lab
Review and Chapter 3- Methodology, from the psychologist’s background.
PSY 7733 Dissertation III This is an experiential course
as well as requirements for the oral
PSY 7735 Doctoral Dissertation in with emphasis on role pr ac tice
defense of the proposal. This course This is the third course in a sequence
Progress in psychotherapy. Students will
will emphasize ethical guidelines of of three dissertation courses, and
Various patient and client population practice clinical interview sessions to
APA in conducting research and APA follows PSY 7732, Dissertation II. The
may dif fer in presentation and further develop skills in application of
writing style. course follows up the standard content
symptoms, which can of ten be therapeutic interventions. The course
Prerequisites: All prior course work, requirements in Chapter 4 and 5 and
associated with cultural influences. may include video recordings to
successful passing of comprehensive includes requirements for final oral
This course explores cultural further enrich the student training and
examinations and confirmation letter of defense. Publication process and
differences among various nationality feedback. This is a Credit / No Credit
advancement to candidacy. procedures are reviewed. Students
and ethnic groups emphasizing the course.
Credit: 3 Units who do not complete the dissertation
importance of competence in treating

PSY 7741 Doctoral Internship I: practice and fine tune themselves as information and data collec tion, Credit: 3 Units
Group Supervision the instrument of therapy. management & analysis and report
PSY 7753 Parent-Child Therapy
This course is the first of three Prerequisites: PSY 7741, and approval writing. It focuses on theoretical and
internship courses including 500 hours from the Clinical Training Coordinator strategic issues in designing and This course examines various skills
of clinical field placement. Assessment Credit: 3 Units implementing formative or summative in dealing with the parent- child
of student s during internship is evaluations of clinical intervention relationship. The learner will be taught
completed by the individual internship PSY 7743 Doctoral Internship III: programs including assessment of various skills in assessment, diagnosis
site supervisors with mid and final Group Supervision fidelity to a model and assessment of and intervention strategies for dealing
student evaluations. A monthly This course is the third of a three impact, with special attention to the with parents and various children age
assessment session is planned to par t series requiring the last 500 effects of the socio-cultural context in groups. The course also examines
culminate in an evaluation of student hour clinical field placement. This which the intervention takes place. the impact of the marital relationship
progres s rep or t eac h semes ter course is the capstone experience Prerequisite: Approval of Psychology including triangulation, and ways of
during the year of internship training. of t he profes sional ps yc hology Department dealing with life stressors are explored.
Successful completion of the internship program. Assessment of students Credit: 3 Units Prerequisites: Approval of Psychology
hours and evaluations will be required during internship is completed by the Department
to meet graduation requirements for individual internship site supervisors PSY 7752 Advanced Clinical Practice Credit: 3 Units
the Doctoral degree. Students are also with mid and final student evaluations. in Gerontology
PSY 7754 Adolescent Therapy
required to complete a weekly group Students are also required to complete This course is an in-depth coverage
supervision and debriefing course. a weekly group super vision and of the conceptual and prac tical This course combines academic
Prerequisites: Approval from the debriefing course. application of clinical psychology to and clinical training experiences
Clinical Training Coordinator Prerequisites: PSY 7742 and approval working with older people. Specialist designed to prepare students for work
Credit: 3 Units from the Clinical Training Coordinator focus on the assessment, diagnosis with adolescent populations. Core
Credit: 3 Units and case conceptualization of mental knowledge in diagnosis, treatment and
PSY 7742 Doctoral Internship II: health issues for older people and assessment of adolescents is solidified
Group Supervision PSY 7751 Program Evaluation an overview of creative and adaptive with a goal to train outstanding
This course is the second of three T he co ur s e p rov id e s t he to ols psychotherapeutic approaches to practitioner-scholars who can deliver
internship courses including 500 hours to design and conduc t prac tical working with older people (including and develop cutting-edge empirically-
of clinical field placement. Student program evaluation and develops both those with and without dementia). driven and validated multiculturally-
increase skill acquisition in clinical skills in evaluation, needs assessment, Prerequisites: Approval of Psychology based treatment for this unique
Department population.
SOC: Sociology
Prerequisites: Approval of Psychology to help children prevent or resolve Prerequisite: SOC 2201 Introduction to Sociology
Department psychosocial challenges and achieve Credit: 3 Units D y n a m i c s o f g r o u p l i f e, s o c i a l
Credit: 3 Units optimal growth and development. process, and social organization;
The course is grounded in knowledge PSY 7760 Special Topics in
social institutions and systems (family,
PSY 7755 Advanced Clinical Practice about trauma and will consist of play Psychology
education, economics, politics, religion,
in Pediatrics therapy models of intervention as This course code and title are utilized health); f undament al theoretic al
The purpose of this course is to address well as guidelines for assessment and for various elective course topics when concepts underlying sociology, their
cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, treatment. Expressive therapies such the topic is not otherwise designated use in organizing and elucidating data
systems, or narrative orientations with as art, play, and other nonverbal and in the USIU-AFRICA catalog. on social phenomena, and relationship
regard to specific issues of pediatric symbolic techniques will be explored. . to contemporary social issues and
clinical practice. Students will be Prerequisites: PSY 6709, PSY 7703, PSY problems.
expected to be able to conceptualize 7715 Credit: 3 Units
their cases using a developmental Credit: 3 Units
framework, assessing both the child’s SOC 2202 U.S. Diversity: Ethnicity,
and the family’s level of development; PSY 7757 Forensic Psychology Class and Gender
assess the child and family on a The purpose of this elective course is S o c io c ul t u r al h ete ro g e n ei t y of
number of dimensions, including to provide the foundation necessary American life; summary of history of
emotional, cognitive, physical, and for students interested in pursuing racial, ethnic, and gender relations;
relational dimensions; apply a systems more focused postdoctoral training in theories of inter-racial and inter-ethnic
and ecosystemic perspective to a the professional practice of forensics group relations; American culture and
case, develop interventions that work as applied in Clinical Psychology. society as a case study illuminating
at the individual, family, school, and Clinical forensic psychology provides ethnic diversity, social stratification,
community levels. oppor tunities for diverse practice, social class, and majority/minority
Prerequisites: Approval of Psychology including employment through the relations.
Department adult or juvenile correctional system, Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units consultancy to criminal or civil courts
SOC 2203 Social Stratification,
in the role of forensic examiner, expert
PSY 7756 Child Play Therapy Ethnicity and Gender in Africa
witnessing, trial behaviour or litigation
This course will cover elements of play consultant or work with law enforcement The course introduces the student to
therapy, including theoretical models agencies. the concepts of social stratification,

ethnicit y and gender in African causes and consequences; sociological Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
societies. It will cover roles, power, definition and analysis of problems;
SOC 3315 Sociology of Intercultural SOC 4015 The City in the U.S.:
wealth, social class, nationality, tribe s p e cial e m p has is o n ex p lor ing
Relations Problems and Solutions
and religion. Status, gender roles, possible amelioration of the world’s
equal opportunity and socialization will contemporary social problems. Comparison of sociocultural Socio-historical analysis of urban
also be covered. Credit: 3 Units institutions in various societies; focuses America; field studies; urbanism as a
Credit: 3 Units on dominant theoretical orientations way of life; inquiry into social problems
SOC 3305 Deviant Behavior t e c h n o e c o n o mi c, i d e o l o g i c a l, and possible solutions.
SOC 2205 The Family in the U.S. Ways people violate nor ms and psychologic al, social s tr uc tural, Credit: 3 Units
Historical roots and development laws in their societies; social norms and environmental; processes of
SOC 4021 Collective Behavior in
of American kinship. Focuses on the and value struc tures; theories of socialization and acculturation.
Diverse Contexts
structure, function, and changing deviance and their relation to various Credit: 3 Units
dynamics of family life in the U.S. (WI) social conditions: social inequality, The nature of collective behavior,
Credit: 3 Units sexual variation, substance abuse SOC 3500 Social Conflict and specifically crowds, masses
and chemical dependency, physical Resolution a n d ma s s c o m m u nic at io n, a n d
SOC 2210 Sociology of Interpersonal and mental illness, and disruptive or Conflict at intrapsychic, interpersonal, s o c i a l m ove m e n t s; f o c u s e s o n
Interactions criminal activity. social, organizational, national and met ho d ologies in t he s t ud y of
His tor y of t he s t ud y of human Credit: 3 Units international levels, focusing on the collective behavior, both quantitative
behavior: 1600 _ present; examines destructive as well as the constructive and field approaches.
individualistic and social models of SOC 3310 Family and Kinship in a functions of individual and social Credit: 3 Units
human behavior, the psychological Multicultural Context conflict.
SOC 4025 Perspectives on the Future
importance of the human group, and Systems and practices of courtship, Credit: 3 Units
of Human Society
perspectives and methodology used mate selection, marriage, parenting,
in micro-sociological analysis. and family life within a culturally SOC 4010 Social Inequality in the U.S. T he or ie s of s o cial c hang e an d
Credit: 3 Units diverse setting such as U.S. and other Social stratification, social status and e v o l u t i o n a r y, f u n c t i o n a l , a n d
industrialized par ts of the world; resulting social inequalities; age, ecological orientations; the structure
SOC 3301 Social Problems and dynamics of human society during
ethnic diversity and social inequality gender, health, race, and ethnicity
Problems of deviance, social inequality, and kinship functions; bi-cultural as factors; possibilities for continued the 21st century. (WI)
violence, crime, and delinquency in the marriages. cultural pluralism or assimilation and Prerequisite: ENG 1106
U.S. and other countries; sociological amalgamation. Credit: 3 unit

SPE: Speech SPN: Spanish
SPE 1101 Speech SPN 1000 Beginning Spanish I the active and passive voices, direct and SPN 2003 Tourist Spanish
Study of formal and informal oral This first beginning course in a indirect speech, the subjunctive and The course places emphasis on spoken
communication: platform speaking, sequential series introduces students conditional moods and more specific Spanish in the context of skills needed
one-on-one communication, and to the fundamental skills of oral, aural Spanish culture. The course conducted in the tourist world. The course is
group exchanges. and written Spanish for ever yday in Spanish. It is intended for students recommended not only for students
Credit: 3 Units usage. Spanish culture and civilization who wish to either complement their pursuing degrees in journalism, hotel
will be introduced. language studies or begin the minor. It is and restaurant management and
Prerequisite: The course is open to the required lower level elective for the tourism but also for students who wish
students who have no knowledge of minor. to participate in the Windows to the
Spanish Prerequisite: Spanish 1001 World Program. It is a conversational
Credit: 3units Credit: 3 Units course.
Prerequisite: The course is open
SPN 1001 Beginning Spanish II SPN 2001 Intermediate Spanish II
to students who have satisfactorily
This second beginning course builds The course completes Spanish 2000. It completed Spanish 1001
on Spanish 1000. It ensures that continues to develop oral expression, Credit: 3 Units
students have a firm basis in basic listening comprehension, reading and
Spanish by developing written and writing skills. It is conducted in Spanish. SPN 2004 Conversational Spanish
reading skills, with particular emphasis Prerequisite: SPN 2000 The course complements SPN 2002 and
on listening and oral skills. Students will Credit: 3 Units SPN 2003 continuing to place emphasis
be taught more on Spanish culture and on spoken Spanish in the contexts
SPN 2002 Business Spanish
civilization. of today’s modern world. It presents
Prerequisite: Spanish 1000 The course places emphasis on spoken more dialogues and role playing and is
Credit: 3units Spanish in the context of skills needed focused towards the student’s career
in the business world. This course is goals
SPN 2000 Intermediate Spanish I recommended for students pursuing Prerequisite: Spanish 1001
The course develops oral expression, degrees in international relations Credit: 3 Units
listening comprehension, reading and and business administration. It is a
writing skills. Students learn the finer conversational course. SPN 3000 Advanced Grammar and
points of grammar and are exposed to Prerequisite: Spanish 1001 Composition
Credit: 3 Units

The course advances and consolidates The Spanish-American War of 1898 to write, analyze and discuss extensively. SPN 4001 Contemporary Latin
the grammar learnt thus far and the present day Bourbon King, Juan The course is conducted in Spanish. American History
enhances writing skills. The history Carlos. The Second Republic, The Prerequisite: Spanish 3001. This course is a study of Latin America
and geography of Spain serves as Spanish Civil War, the roles of Primo de Credit: 3 Units from The Spanish-American War to the
a framework for writing. The course Rivera and Francisco Franco, the birth present day. The Mexican Revolution,
serves as a prelude for SPN 3001.It is of democracy, Spain’s entry into NATO SPN 3005 Spanish Literature III
the rise of Batista en Cuba, the
a required upper level elective for the and EEC will be the highlights. The The course comprises the analysis Argentina of Perón, the Foundation
minor. It is conducted in both Spanish course is conducted in Spanish and interpretation of representative of the OEA, Fidel Castro, The Alliance
and English. Prerequisite: Spanish 3001 works of Spanish Literature within their for Progress of John F. Kennedy, the
Prerequisite: Spanish 2000 Credit: 3units cultural context. This course focuses Chile of Salvador Allende and Augusto
Credit: 3 Units on the literary study of the modern Pinochet, the Falkland War with U.K.,
SPN 3003 Spanish Literature II and contemporary works in Spain. the drug wars in Colombia will be
SPN 3001 Spanish Culture and The course focuses on the analysis Students are expected to read, write, among the issues discussed. The course
Civilization and interpretation of representative analyze and discuss extensively. The is conducted in Spanish.
This course is a survey of the geography, works of Spanish literature within their course is conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish 4000.
history, dance, architecture, art, fine cultural context. Emphasis is placed on Prerequisite: Spanish 3001. Credit: 3 Units
arts, science, culture and customs of a literary study of the Middle Ages in Credit: 3 Units
Spain. It explores as well historical, Spain. Students are expected to read, SPN 4002 Latin American Literature I
social, political, economic and cultural write, analyze and discuss extensively. SPN 4000 Latin American Culture
This course comprises the analysis
trends in the country. The course is The course is conducted in Spanish. and Civilization
and interpretation of representative
conducted in Spanish. It may be taken Prerequisite: Spanish 3001. T his co ur s e is a s ur vey of t he works of Latin America within their
as part of the Windows to the World Credit: 3 Units geography, history, dance architecture, cultural context. Emphasis is placed
Program. The course is conducted in art, fine arts, science, culture and on representative works of colonial
Spanish SPN 3004 Spanish Literature II customs of Latin America. It explores literature and romanticism including
Prerequisite: Spanish 3000. The course comprises the analysis as well historical, social, political, Cristóbal Colón, Bartolomé de las
Credit: 3 Units and interpretation of representative economic and cultural trends in Latin Casas, Garcilaso de la Vega “El Inca”,
works of Spanish Literature within their America. The course is conducted in José María Heredia, Ricardo Palma,
SPN 3002 Contemporary Spanish cultural context. This course focuses on Spanish. Jorge Isaacs amongst others. The
History the literary study of the Golden Age in Prerequisite: Spanish 3001 course is conducted in Spanish.
This course is a study of Spain from Spain. Students are expected to read, Credit: 3 Units

SWA: Swahili
Prerequisite: Spanish 4000. SWA 1000 Beginning Swahili I Africa for 1 semester. SWA 2002 Business Swahili
Credit: 3 Units An introduction to the origins, history, Credit: 3 Units The course is an introduction of basic
and spread of Swahili; basic greetings, business terminology on different
SPN 4003 Latin American Literature II SWA 2000 Intermediate Swahili I
pronunciation, stress; introduction topics (local and foreign trade, trade
This course comprises the analysis Broaden vocabulary base; introduction
to noun class system, verb structure, of specific goods and agricultural
and interpretation of representative of –a- tense, focus on irregular verb
tenses, personal and possessive produc t s t ypical to east African
works of Latin America within their for mations, fur ther introduc tion
p ro no u ns, a dje c t ive s, a d ve r b s, countries) and its practical use in
cultural context. Emphasis is placed of ver b al ex te nsio ns (ref lex ive,
numerals, sentence structure. various situations.
on representative works of José prepositional); locational suf fixes
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: SWA 2000
Martí, Ruben Darío, Horacio Quiroga, and prepositions; object infixes; time Credit: 3 Units
Gabriela Mistral, Jorge Luis Borges, SWA 1001 Beginning Swahili II relative -po-; specialized vocabulary
Pablo Neruda, Gabriel García Márquez Broaden vocabulary base; focus on the ( g e o g r a p hy, nat ure, t r a d i t io nal SWA 2003 Tourist Swahili
amo ng s t ot her s. T he cour s e is use of present, past, future verb tenses; cultures). It is required lower level This is a conversational course,
conducted in Spanish. introduction of -me- tense and the elective for minor. modeling the most typical situations
Prerequisite: Spanish 4000. passive; introduction of possessives Prerequisite: SWA 1001 in travel (ticket/hotel reser vation,
Credit: 3 Units and negative verb formation, telling Credit: 3 Units e n t e r i n g t h e c o u n t r y, s a f a r i
time, dates, days of the week, months, organization, meals, market place,
SPN 4004 Spanish and Latin America SWA 2001 Intermediate Swahili II
years; introduction to Swahili proverbs etc).It is recommended for students
Film
and food culture. Broaden vocabular y base; fur ther interested in par ticipating in the
The course examines different aspects introduction of verbal extensions
Prerequisite: SWA 1000 Windows to the World Program.
of Spanish and South American history (s tative, c ausative, subjunc tive);
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: SWA 1001
and culture through films. Students conditional tenses (-nge-, -ngali-, -ki- Credit: 3 Units
are expected to discuss and present SWA 1002 Intensive Swahili , -sha-, -ja-); introduction of relative
extensively. Course basically covering the contents pronouns and infixes; specialized SWA 3000 Advanced Grammar And
Prerequisite: Spanish 3001 or 4000. of SWA 1000, but based on intensive vocabulary (social situations, lifestyles, Composition
Credit: 3 Units learning (no less than 5 hours per week) professions, trades) Advanced grammar studies:
in order to enhance practical use of the Prerequisite: SWA 2000 introduction of ku- class, emphatics,
language. The course is recommended Credit: 3 Units impersonal verbal forms, compound
for exchange students coming to USIU- tenses, modal verbs; specialized

vocabular y (modern professions, highlights the works of major classical
moder n culture, economy). It is and modern writers from Swahili-
required upper level elective for minor. speaking areas of East Africa.
Prerequisite: SWA 2001 Prerequisite: SWA 3000
SWA 3001 Culture and Civilization of SWA 4001 Political Terminology

Swahili-speaking countries Course for advanced learners, covering
The course involves the use of Swahili such topics as UN political terminology
as the main language of instruction and - e.g. ozone layer depletion, ecology
communication. It covers such topics and natural resources, refugees and
as: millennium of the Swahili civilization conflic t resolution, international
(9th – 19th centuries); colonial history relations, governmental issues, etc.
of Eastern Africa; post-colonial history Prerequisite: SWA 3000
of Eastern Africa; classical and modern Credit: 3 Units
Swahili literature; Swahili music and
performing arts. It may be taken as part
of the Windows to the World Program.
Prerequisite: SWA 3000
Credit: 3 Units
SWA 4000 Classical and Modern

Swahili Literature
Course for advanced learners, covering
such aspec ts as the histor y and
periodization of classical and modern
literature in Swahili, survey of poetic
genres (tendi, mashairi, modern free
verse poetry), classical and modern
prose and modern drama. The course

School of Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty
Ahmed, Fatma Alusa, Doreen [On Study Leave] Basnight - Brown, Dana M. Githua, Oscar Wanyutu
Associate Professor of International Lecturer, World Civilization and Political Associate Professor of Psychology Assistant Professor of Psychology
Relations Science B.S. (Molecular Biology); B.A. (French, B.A. (Psychology), M.A.(Counseling
B.A. (International Relations), United B.A. (International Relations), M.A. Spanish), Houghton College; M.A. Psychology), USIU-Africa; PsyD (Forensic
States International University; M.A. (International Relations), United States (Cognitive/Developmental Psychology); Psychology), Alliant International
(Peace, Conflict and Development International University - Africa; Ph.D. (Cognitive/Developmental University - California School of Forensic
Studies), Ph.D (Peace, Conflict and Psychology), University at Albany, Studies, Los Angeles.
Development Studies), Universitat Ambiyo, Sarah State University of New York, USA. Specialty areas: Law enforcement
Jaume I, Castellón, Spain. Specialty Lecturer, English Specialty Areas: human memory selection, risk assessment, psychology &
areas: Security Studies and Strategies, B.Ed (English/ Lit), M.A. (English), and language processing, emotion justice system, forensic assessment.
African International Relations, Regional Kenyatta University. processes, neurological components of
Conflicts in Africa, Foreign Policy, Specialty areas: D iscourse analysis/ text bilingualism and multilingualism, child Gromov, Mikhail D.
Foundations of International Relations linguistics. language acquisition and development, Assistant Professor of Literature
, World Crises and Transformational social cognition. M.A. (Philology), Ph.D. (Philology),
Arasa, Josephine Moscow Lomonosov State University.
Politics, Gender and International
Associate Professor of Psychology Buyu, Mathew O. Specialty areas: Philosophy
Relations.
B.Ed (Science), M.Ed, (Educational Professor of Literature
Alexsi, Ylonen Psychology), Ph.D (Ed ucatio nal B. A ., Makerere University; M. A . Iraki, Frederick Kang’ethe
Associate Professor of International Psychology), Kenyatta University. (Literature), Ph.D. (Literature), University Professor of French
Relations Specialty area: Botany & Zoology; of Sussex, England. Specialty areas: B.A. (Teaching of French as A Foreign
B.A. (History), College of Charleston; Educational Psychology; Linguistics Language), M.A. (French), University of
M.A. (Peace, Conflict and Development Toulouse-le-Mirail; M.Phil (Linguistics),
Studies), Jaume I University; Ph.D. Awuor, Quin E. Gijon, Pablo Ph.D. (Linguistics), University of Geneva.
(International Relations and African Assistant Professor of Linguistics Assistant Professor of Spanish Specialty areas: French as a foreign
Studies), Autonomous University of B.Ed. Arts (English/Literature), University B.A. (English Studies), M.A. (Advanced language; cognitive linguistics; tense
Madrid. of Nairobi; M.A. (Applied Linguistics) Studies in English), Universidad de and aspect in Kiswahili;
Specialty areas: The State; Separatism; Victoria University of Wellington, New- Valencia, Spain; Ph.D. (Hispanic
Armed Conflict and Peacebuilding; Zealand; Ph.D (Applied Linguistics) Studies), University of British Colombia, Kaburu, Mercy
International and Regional Kenyatta University; Canada. Assistant Professor of International
Organizations; Greater Horn of Africa. Specialty areas: Communication, Specialty areas: Spanish phonetics, Relations
Languages, Applied Linguistics; conversational Spanish. B.Ed (Arts), Kenyatta University; M.A.
(International Conflict Management), Kihara, Michael Specialty areas: Linguistics, second Development Studies; and Research
University of Nairobi; Ph.D (International Associate Professor of Psychology language acquisition, writing and Methods.
Relations), United States International (Research) intercultural communication.
University-Africa. Associate Dean, School of Humanities Mbugua, Peter
Specialty areas: Theories of international & Social Sciences Magut, Zuhra Lecturer, English
relations, foreign policy analysis, peace B.Ed. (Mathematics), MEd. (Education/ Lecturer, English B.Ed (English Language & Literature),
& security, gender & development. D eve lo p me ntal Psyc holo gy), B.Ed (English), University of Eastern M.A. (Linguistics), University of Nairobi;
Kenyatta University; PhD (Cognitive Africa, Baraton; M.Phil (Education M.A. (Media Studies), Daystar University.
Kakumu, Pius Neuroscience/ Cognitive Psychology), Communication & Technology), Moi Specialty areas: English language &
Lecturer, Community Service Open University, UK. University. linguistics, communication skills and
B.Sc. Business Administration; MBA Specialty areas: Developmental Specialty areas: Essay writing, effective media studies.
(Human Resource Management), United Psychology, cognitive neuroscience, writing, communication skills.
Mbugua, Wanjiku
States International University – Africa. psychometrics, statistics.
Maiyo, Joshua K. Lecturer, Chinese
Karume, Michelle W. Lecturer, International Relations B.A. (Language & Communication),
Kioko, Angelina Nduku
Assistant Professor of Psychology B.Ed., Kenyatta University; M.Sc. University of Nairobi; M.A. (Linguistics
Professor of English & Linguistics
B.A. (Psychology), M.A. (Marriage & (Political Science and International & Applied Linguistics – Chinese), Tianjin
B.Ed. (Linguistics), M.A., (Linguistics),
Family Therapy), University of Houston; Relations), University of Amsterdam; Normal University.
University of Nairobi; Ph.D (Linguistics),
Ph.D (Marital & Family Therapy), Loma M.Phil (African Studies), Leiden Specialty area:
Monash University, Australia. Specialty
Linda University. areas: Theoretical linguistics, Bantu University; Ph.D (Social Sciences),
Mburu, Martin
Specialty areas: Marriage and Family linguistics, language variation, English University of Amsterdam;
Assistant Professor of English
Therapy, Medical Family Therapy and language teaching; Specialty Areas; Environment and
B.Ed. (E n g li s h a n d Lite r atu re),
Program Development. Development; Development and
Moi University; M.A. (English and
Luoch, Tom S. Onditi Globalization; International Political
Khayundi, Francis Linguistics), Ph.D. (Linguistics), Kenyatta
Assistant Professor of English Economy; Comparative Politics;
Lecturer, International Relations University.
B.Ed. (Linguistics), Kenyatta University; Politics of Development; International
LLB, University of Fort Hare, SA; LLM, Specialty areas: Theoretical linguistics,
M. A . (Linguistics and African Organizations; Non -Governmental
Ph.D (Law), Rhodes University, SA. writing (creative and technical),
Languages), University of Nairobi; Ph.D. Organizations and Development;
Specialty Areas: Research; International writing for the web and web content
(Linguistic Sciences), Reading University, Advanced Environmental Geography;
Human Rights Law; Governance; development.
Berkshire (UK). Core Issues in International
Climate Change Law and Policy;

Mohamed, Hussein Abdi Politics, Diplomacy and Foreign Policy; Ohio University, Athens. Specialty B. Ed. (Arts, Honors); M. Ed. (Guidance
Lecturer and Community Service Human Rights and Democracy; Peace areas: Diplomatic history, Africa in world and Counseling); Ph.D (Counselling
Administrator Paths in Modern Times; Advanced history and politics, conflict analysis, Psychology), Kenyatta University;
B.A. (Literature), Somali National Research Methods; Kenyan history, politics and foreign Specialty areas: Counseling Psychology;
University; MBA (Business relations. Educational Psychology;
Administration), MOD (Organizational Mulinge, Munyae M.
D e v e l o p m e n t ), U n i t e d S t a t e s Professor of Sociology and Criminal Munyae, Margaret M. Nakamura, Katsuji
International University. Justice Assistant Professor of Sociology and Lecturer, Japanese
Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor - Criminal Justice B.A. (Japanese), Soka University; M.A.
Muasya, Jane Nzisa Academic Affairs Associate Dean, General Education (Literature), University of Nairobi.
Assistant Professor of Spanish B.A. (Sociology), M.A. (Urban and B.A. (Sociology & French), M.A. Specialty areas: Teaching methods
B. A . (Linguistics), Universit y of Regional Planning), University of (Sociology), University of Nairobi.; Ph.D and classroom activities for Japanese;
Nairobi; Ph.D (Linguistics), University Nairobi; Ph.D. (Sociology), (Sociology), Iowa State University, Ames, literature; Education in Kenya.
of Valladolid, Spain. Specialty areas: University of Iowa, USA. Specialty Iowa, USA. Specialty areas: Sociology,
Linguistics, Spanish as a foreign area: Sociology, Urban and Regional French; Ndanu, Josephine
language, English and Kiswahili Planning. Assistant Professor of Psychology
languages, and contrastive study of Munyi, Elijah Nyaga B.Ed. (Arts), M.A. (Philosophy and
some speech acts in Spanish and Munene, Karega Assistant Professor of International Religious Studies), M.A. (Counseling
Kiswahili. Professor of History Relations Psychology), Kenyatta University; Ph.D.
B.A. (History), University of Nairobi; B.Ed. (Education), Kenyatta University; (Clinical Psychology), Daystar University;
Muchemi, Joyce Karungari M.Phil.(Histor y), Ph.D. (Histor y), M.A. (International Relations), Specialty areas: Human conflict; Psycho-
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice University of Cambridge (U.K.). Yonsei University, South Korea; P.hD trauma; Mental Health;
Studies Specialty areas: African prehistory, (International Economic Relations),
B.Ed. (Arts); M.A. (Project Planning complex societies, ethnoarchaeology, Aalborg University, Denmark; Ndungu, Tabitha
and Management), University of taphonomy, ethnography, museum Specialty areas: African economic Assistant Professor of Psychology
Nairobi; M.Sc. (Security, Conflict and studies, archaeozoology, origins and relatio ns, Political e co no my of BSc. (Pharmacy), University of Nairobi;
International Development), University development of food production. development, Regional integration M.A. (Counseling Psychology), United
of Leicester, UK; Ph.D (Peace Studies and trade negotiations, WTO and States International University.
and Conflict Management), Masinde Munene, Macharia international trade law, Negotiation Specialty area: Chemical dependency.
Muliro University of Science and Professor of History and International theory and practice;
Relations Newa, Elsie
Technology;
B.A. (History), Gonzaga University; M.A. Mwangi, Peterson Kimiru Lecturer, Psychology
Specialty Areas: Advanced Seminar
(History), Ph.D. (Diplomatic History), Assistant Professor of Psychology B.A. (Economics and Sociology),
in Peace and Conflict Studies; Global
313 United States International University-Africa www.usiu.ac.ke United States International University-Africa www.usiu.ac.ke
University of Nairobi; MBA (Business sity of Nairobi; M.A. (Counseling
Administration), M.A. (Counseling Psychology), Daystar University; Ph.D
Psychology), United States International (Counseling Psychology), Egerton
University-Africa; University;
Specialty area: Trauma for Children
Ngure wa Mwachofi
Associate Professor of Philosophy Njoroge, Martin C.
B. A . (Business), George Mason Professor of Languages & Linguistics
University, USA; M.A. (International Dean, School of Humanities and Social
Affairs), Ph.D. (Communication), Ohio Sciences
University, USA. B.Ed. Arts (Hons.); M.A. (Languages
Specialty areas: Rhetoric and Public and Linguistics); Ph.D (Languages and
Address, Philosophy of language, Linguistics) Kenyatta University; Post
Rhetorical Criticism, Cross-Cultural Doc Fellow (Educational Linguistics),
Communication, O rganizational University of Pennsylvania, USA;
Co m mu nicatio n, Pe rs uas io n, Specialty areas: Variationist
Interpretive Research Methods, sociolinguistics; Languages and
Quantitative and qualitative research Linguistics;
methods;
Njoroge, Simon Githaiga
Njoroge, Joseph Lecturer, International Relations
Lecturer, Psychology B. A. (International Relations), M.A.
B.A. (Counseling), Kenyatta University; (International Relations) United States
MA (Counseling) Keele University (UK). International University-Africa;
Specialty areas: Trauma and Addiction Specialty Areas; Peace, Conflict/Security
Counseling. Studies;
Njoroge, Margaret Nyagwencha, Stella

Assistant Professor of Psychology Lecturer, Psychology
B.A. (Counseling Psychology), Univer B.Ed. (Arts) Kenyatta University; M.A.

(Counseling Psychology), Ph.D (Clinical B.A. (Criminal Justice), United States B.A. (International Relations), United
Psychology), Daystar University; International University - Africa; States International University; M.A.
S p e cia lt y A re a s: Psyc h o l o g i c a l M.A. (Conflict Resolution, Dispute (I nte rnatio nal Stu d ie s), R ho d e s
Assessment, Counseling, Research; Resolution), University of Westminster, University (South Africa).
London, UK; Specialty areas: Theories of international
Nyarigoti, Naom Specialty areas: Criminal Justice and relations, conflict and conflict resolution,
Assistant Professor of English & Criminology security and war, terrorism.
Linguistics
B.Ed (English & Literature), Moi Oduol, Jacqueline Otieno, Elizabeth M.
University; M.A. (Linguistics), Ph.D [On Leave of Absence] Lecturer, Criminal Justice
(Linguistics), University of Reading, UK. Associate Professor of Linguistics B.A. (LLB), Moi University; M.A. (LLM),
Specialty areas: English Language B.Ed (Education, English & Literature), University of the Witwatersrand
teaching, Professional Development M.A. (General Linguistics), Ph.D. Specialty areas; International Law,
and Teacher Education, Multilingualism (Historical Comparative Linguistics), Criminal Law/International Criminal
in Education. University of Nairobi, Post – Doctoral Law and Criminal Justice
Fellow (Gender and Feminist Studies)
Odaba, Dan Noel Center for African Studies, University Plana, Freixas Maria del Rocio
Lecturer, International Relations of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, Assistant Professor of Spanish
B.Sc (Computer Studies, Hons.), M.A. USA. Former Permanent Secretary M. A ., His panic Literature, B. A .
(Development Studies) University of & Secretary Children Affairs, Ministry Language (Spanish), Washington
Nairobi; M.A.(International Studies of Gender Children and Social University, USA;
and Diplomacy); Dipoma (Conflict Development, Kenya. Specialty areas: Specializatty Areas: Literature & public
Resolution), Chulalongkorn University, Intercultural Communication, Gender space; Afro and Indo Hispanic Literature;
PRC; and Women’s Studies, Leadership
Sang, Francis
Areas of specialization: Development Development and Governance, English,
Studies, Diplomacy, Peace & Conflict Language Policy, Social and Child Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
Studies. Protection. B.A. (Police Leadership), Bramshill
Staff College-UK; MSc. (Criminal
Odhiambo, Terry Onyango, Moses Justice), Leicester University- UK; Ph.D
Lecturer, Criminal Justice Lecturer, International Relations (Sociology), Washington International

University- USA . Specialty areas: Howard University; Ph.D (Political Wambalaba, Akosa E.
Criminal Law, Community Policing and Science), University of Missouri- Lecturer, French
Criminal Justice. Columbia. B.Ed. (French Language and Literature,
Specialty areas: Forced Migration in Linguistics and Geography), University
Sharawe, Abdullahi Mohamed Africa, Gender and Human Rights in of Nairobi;
Lecturer, Arabic Africa, US-Africa Foreign Policy; M . A .T. ( F re n c h Li t e r a t u re a n d
B.Ed. (Education-Arabic language), Education), Portland State University.
M.A. (Language Education), Khartoum Waithima, Charity Wangui Specialty areas: Education,
International Institute for Assistant Professor of Psychology literature and development studies in
Arabic Language. Specialty areas: B.Ed. (Science) Kenyatta University; Francophone and Anglophone Africa.
Teaching Arabic to Non- Arabic M.A. (Counseling Psychology), Daystar
speakers. University; Ph.D (Clinical Psychology)
Daystar University;
Sungi, Simeon Specialty areas: Biological Psychology
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
B.A. (LL.B), Open University of Tanzania; Wamai, Njoki
M.A. (LL.M - International Human Rights Assistant Professor of International
Law), Indiana University School of Law; Relations
M.A. (Criminal Justice & Criminology), B.Sc. (Food Science and Technology);
I nd ia na State Unive rs it y; Ph.D. Post Graduate Diploma (Gender
(Criminal Justice), Indiana University. Studies), University of Nairobi; M.Sc.
Specialty areas: Law and Society, (Conflict, Security and Development),
International Criminal Law, Criminology King's College, London, UK; Ph.D
of International Crimes, Comparative (Politics and International Studies),
Criminal Justice. University of Cambridge, UK;
Specialty areas: Critical perspectives
Veney, Cassandra of international intervention and
Professor of International Relations peacebuilding in Africa; transitional
B.A. (Political Science), Syracuse justice; African feminism; African
University; M.A. (African Studies), political thought;

School of School Vision Statement
Pharmacy &
The vision of the School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences is to be a center of
excellence for the training of health professionals through provision of quality
sought-after health programs, clinical education, research, scholarship,
Health Sciences
innovativeness and community service, by outstanding faculty and students; and
using state-of-the-art education infrastructure.
School Mission Statement

The Mission of the School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is to provide diverse,
The School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences is committed to state of the art, rigorous and innovative approaches to healthcare training, practice
providing high quality programs for students at undergraduate and research through the use of a holistic view of health, focus and commitment to
excellence.
level. It fulfills its mission by providing program approaches that are Our programs are set in the USIU-Africa tradition of academic freedom and well
diverse, state of the art, rigorous and innovative to healthcare integrated mix of education, experience, research, clinical practice and community
service.
training, practice and research. We strive to disperse the benefits of our knowledge, research and innovations to
Contact: Susan D. Nyambura the community for the achievement, maintenance and advancement of quality of
E-mail: sphs@usiu.ac.ke human life.
Prof. Njeri Wamae

We value and cultivate synergistic and collaborative relationships with our internal
Dean, School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences and external partners, and propagate in our staff and students knowledge, skills and
Phone: (+254) 730116733/822 attitudes that support lifelong learning and excellence in health care service.
E-Mail: nwamae@usiu.ac.ke
Dr. Lincoln Munyendo

Chair, Department of Industrial and Analytical Pharmacy
Phone: (+254) 730116733/810
E-Mail: lmunyendo@usiu.ac.ke
Academic Programs
Majors
Undergraduate Programs
The School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
offers the following undergraduate degrees:
1. Bachelor of Pharmacy
2. Bachelor of Science in
Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Bachelor of Science in Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Mission Statement
The program mission is to promote the discovery and application of epidemiology and biostatistics knowledge as well as the acquisition of competences for designing
and conducting studies in the public, health and medical research domains.
Program Learning Outcomes 5. Use relevant statistical software to Upper Division Courses 32 Units Upper Division Courses 25.5 Units
In addition to the university wide organize, analyze, and report on life BUS 4090 Strategic Management EPI 3010 Advanced Epidemiology
science research data; ENT 4005 Entrepreneurial Behavior EPI 4010 Exposure Assessment in
6. D e v e l o p a p l a n f o r d a t a and Ethics Epidemiology (ILI)
oral and written competence; scientific
HSC 3395 Environmental & EPI 4020 Genetic & Molecular
and technological literacy; global management and analysis using
Occupational Health Epidemiology
understanding and multicultural appropriate statistical techniques. HSC 3492 Law & Bioethics in EPI 4030 Pharmacoepidemiology
perspec tives; and ser vice to the Research and Drug Safety
community whose foundation is laid by Degree Requirements HSC 4010 Sociology for Health HSC 4396 Fundamentals of Global
the General Education Program (see 194 units Sciences
HSC 4494 Practicum & Attachment
Health
HSC 4010 Sociology for Health
section on General Education).
Cour ses are t hree unit s unles s HSC 4495 Project Planning & Sciences
The following are the Bachelor otherwise indicated. Proposal Development HSC 4494 Practicum & Attachment
of Science in Epidemiology and General Education 39 units HSC 4496 Research Methods in HSC 4495 Project Planning &
Biostatistics Program-specific Learning Major 155 Units Health Sciences Proposal Development
Outcomes: PHM 4510 Fundamentals of HSC 4496 Research Methods in
Selected School Courses 48.5 Units Pharmacometrics Health Sciences
1. Use epidemiologic knowledge to
respond to a variety of practical Lower Division Courses 16.5 Units PHM 4510 Fundamentals of
Public Health & Epidemiology Pharmacometrics
situations that impact on public HSC 1330 Calculus for Health Courses 40.5 Units
Sciences Biostatistics and Data Analysis
health; Lower Division Courses 15 Units
HSC 1394 Introduction to Global
2. Employ biostatistical methods to EPI 1000 Introduction to 66 Units
Health
conduct basic life science research; Epidemiology
NSC 2205 Human Physiology Lower Division Courses 15 Units
3. Apply appropriate laws and ethics EPI 1010 Epidemiology of Diseases
MIC 2360 Introduction to BST 1010 Introduction to
EPI 2010 Nutritional Epidemiology
in assuring population public Microbiology & Biostatistics
PHT 2010 Disease Prevention &
health; Parasitology BST 1020 Introduction to Statistical
Health Promotion
4. Inter p ret res earc h res ult s of HSC 2391 Principles of Health Computing
PHT 2020 Control & Prevention of
statistical analyses in public health; Economics BST 2010 Probability & Statistical
Infectious Diseases
Inference

IST 2230 Introduction to Computer
Fundamentals &
Programming
Upper Division Courses 51 Units

DAN 3010 Multivariate Methods/
Analysis
DAN 3020 Data Mining (ILI)
BST 3010 Regression Modelling
BST 3020 Demographic Techniques
DAN 4010 Design & Management of
Clinical Trials
DAN 4015 Longitudinal Data
Analysis
BST 4010 Research Project (WI)
BST 4030 Spatial Statistics and
Disease Mapping
BST 4050 Biostatistical Consultancy
DAN 4020 Survival Data Analysis
DAN 4030 Time Series Analysis
BST 4020 Mathematical Modelling
of Infectious diseases
BST 4040 Statistical Genetics
BST 4060 Principles of
Bioinformatics

Bachelor of Pharmacy
The USIU-Africa Pharmacy program is designed for students who wish to pursue Program Learning Outcomes
careers in different pharmacy practice settings, management and research. In
By the end of their training the graduates should be able to:
particular, both the industrial and hospital arms of our program have been so
enhanced as to bring out the best of knowledge, skills, attitudes, ethics, values, 1. Produce pharmaceutical products utilizing appropriate procedures and
style and success in our graduates. standards;
The program focuses on the development, application and effective management 2. Manage a supply chain for pharmaceutical materials and products;
of Pharmaceutical technology as a fundamental tool of modern healthcare. 3. Apply regulatory and ethical instruments that govern the practice of
pharmacy;
Mission Statement
4. Design therapeutic management regimens for patients;
The Bachelor of Pharmacy Program will equip graduates with knowledge, skills
5. Disseminate knowledge on health related issues;
and values for professional success. The program will focus on the development,
application and effective management of Pharmaceutical technology as a 6. Participate in health research.
fundamental tool of modern society. It will contribute to the university mission
outcomes which are higher order thinking; literacy; global understanding and
multicultural perspective; preparedness for career; community service; and
leadership and ethics.
The mode of delivery of the Bachelor of Pharmacy program will be face-to-
face learning. Teaching strategies such as lectures, tutorials, case studies,
demonstrations, guided student discussions; group work, practical work,
seminars, projects and simulations will be employed. The Pharmacy program is
designed for students who wish to pursue careers in pharmaceutical practice,
research laboratories and hospital laboratories.

Degree Requirements (345.5 Units) PAT 3371 General Pathology (Human Pathology I)
PAT 3372 Haematology (Human Pathology II) (WI)
Courses are three units unless otherwise indicated. PAT 3373 Clinical Chemistry (Human Pathology III) (OI)
PHY 1331 Introduction to Medical Physiology (Human Physiology I)
General Education 39 units PHY 1332 Muscle and Sensory Physiology (Human Physiology II)
PHY 1333 Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Physiology (Human Physiology III)
CORE COURSES 303.5 UNITS PHY 2334 Cardiovascular & Renal Physiology Human Physiology IV)
Pre-Clinical Core Courses (138 Units) PHY 2335 Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology (Human Physiology V)
BCM 1341 Cellular Biology (Biochemistry I) PHY 2336 Nervous and Sensory Physiology (Human Physiology VI)
BCM 1342 Biochemistry of Biomolecules (Biochemistry II) Clinical Core Courses (165.5 Units)
BCM 1343 Metabolic Processes & Disorders (Biochemistry III)
BCM 2344 Biochemistry of Specialized Tissues (Biochemistry IV) HSC 3492 Law and Ethics in Research (ILI)
BCM 2345 Enzymology (Biochemistry V) HSC 4493 Research Methods & Biostatistics
BCM 2346 Molecular Biology (Biochemistry VI) PHM 3401 Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
BCM 3345 Introduction to Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Biochemistry VII) PHM 3402 Instrumental Methods of Analysis
BOT 3352 Plant Anatomy and Physiology PHM 3404 Drug Discovery and Development
BOT 3353 General Plant Biochemistry and Toxicology PHM 3405 Medicinal Chemistry of Pharmacodynamic Drugs
CHE 1305 Basic Inorganic Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry I) PHM 3411 Introduction to Pharmacy
CHE 1306 Atomic structure and Chemical Bonding (Inorganic Chemistry II) PHM 3412 Biopharmaceutics
CHE 2304 Chromatographic & Voltametric Methods PHM 3413 Physical Pharmaceutics
CHE 2305 Introduction to Organic Chemistry PHM 3451 General Pharmacognosy
CHE 2306 Synthetic Methods of Organic Chemistry PHM 3471 Basic Pharmacology and Toxicology (Pharmacology I)
CHE 2307 Physical Chemistry PHM 3472 Anti-Infective Drugs (Pharmacology II)
CHE 2308 Nuclear Chemistry PHM 3473 Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Pharmacology (Pharmacology III)
ENV 2001 Sustainable Resource Management PHM 3481 Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy (Clinical Pharmacy I)
HAN 1321 Human Anatomy I PHM 3483 Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Disorders (Clinical Pharmacy IV)
HAN 1322 Human Anatomy II PHM 3485 Clinical Management of Bacterial and Viral Diseases (Clinical
HAN 1323 Human Anatomy III Pharmacy II)
HSC 2391 Health Economics PHM 3486 Clinical Management of Fungal, Parasitic and Protozoa Diseases
MIC 2361 Bacteriology and Mycology (Medical Microbiology I) (Clinical Pharmacy III)
MIC 2362 Parasitology and Entomology (Medical Microbiology II) PHM 4405 Classification, Activities and Assay of Chemotherapeutic Agents
MIC 2363 Virology and Immunology (Medical Microbiology III) PHM 4406 Discovery and Development of Chemotherapeutic Agents
NSC 2215 Introduction to Physical Mechanics PHM 4414 Unit Operations (Pharmaceutics IV) (ILI)
PHM 4415 Powder Technology

PHM 4416 Dispensing and Pharmacy Practice
PHM 4425 Pharmaceutical Analysis I
PHM 4426 Pharmaceutical Analysis II
PHM 4453 Elements of Phytochemistry
PHM 4454 Elements of Other Therapeutic Natural Products
PHM 4474 Cardiovascular and Renal Pharmacology (Pharmacology IV) (OI)
PHM 4475 Endocrine and Reproductive Pharmacology (Pharmacology V)
PHM 4476 Nervous and Musculoskeletal Pharmacology (Pharmacology VI)
PHM 4484 Cardiovascular and Renal Disorders (Clinical Pharmacy IV)
PHM 4485 Endocrine and Reproductive System Disorders (Clinical Pharmacy V)
PHM 4486 Nervous and Musculoskeletal Disorders
PHM 4492 Introduction to Social and Behavioral Pharmacy
PHM 4493 Applied Social and Behavioral Pharmacy (WI)
PHM 5407 Pharmaceutical Quality Control
PHM 5417 Dosage Forms
PHM 5418 Pharmaceutical Microbiology
PHM 5477 Cancer, Ocular and Skin Pharmacology
PHM 5478 Veterinary Pharmacology
PHM 5487 Neoplastic Disorders
PHM 5488 Ocular, Ear and Skin Disorders
PHM 5492 Pharmaceutical Marketing Management
PHM 5493 Pharmacy Management
PHM 5494 Elective Industrial & Hospital Attachment (WI)
PHM 5495 Research Project and Thesis (OI & WI)
PHM 5496 Pharmacy, Law & Ethics (ILI)

Course Descriptions
BCM: BIOCHEMISTRY
BCM 1341 Cellular Biology acquire knowledge on the metabolic different bio-molecules in the body; provide the student with a working
(Biochemistry I) pathways of different bio-molecules in the enzymatic disorders of medical k nowle d ge of t he p re p ar atio n,
This course aims to teach the student the body, list and explain the metabolic importance and their bases in the stability, formulation, Interpretation,
the s tr uc tures and pur poses of disorders of medical impor tance; diagnosis of diseases. analysis, quality control and regulation
basic components of prokar yotic perform some biochemical analyses Prerequisites: BCM 1341 of biotechnology pharmaceutical
and eukar yotic cells, especially and us e t his k nowle dge in t he Credit Units: 3 Units products and also to evaluate different
macromolecules, membranes and diagnosis of diseases. techniques for separation, purification,
Prerequisites: BCM 1341 BCM 2346 Molecular Biology cell turnover, growth and cytotoxicity
organelles and to understand how
Credit Units: 4.5 (Biochemistry VI) of cell type.
these cellular components are used to
generate and utilize energy in cells. This course aims to teach the student Prerequisites: BCM 1331; BCM 1341;
BCM 2344 Biochemistry of the composition and life processes of BCM 2346
Credit Units: 3
Specialized Tissues (Biochemistry IV) cells at the molecular level, including Credit Units: 3
BCM 1342 Biochemistry of This course aims to teach the student the effects of drugs at that level. It
Biomolecules (Biochemistry II) the nature of biological forms, the will help the student to understand
This course aims to teach the nature mechanisms of life and the mechanisms the principles of gene organization,
and chemistry of bio-molecules and of life processes in terms of chemistry replication and expression in both
macromolecules; the biochemical and biology of certain specialized prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms;
factors that commonly cause disease; tissues of the body. The students will mechanisms of DNA damage and
the bases of biochemical disorders and perform some biochemical analyses their repair; gene regulation and
the diagnosis of diseases. and us e t his k nowle dge in t he protein func tion including signal
Credit Units: 4.5 diagnosis of diseases. transduction and cell cycle control and
Prerequisites: BCM 1341, BCM1342 relate properties of cancerous cells to
BCM 1343 Metabolic Processes & Credit Units: 4.5 mutational changes in gene function.
Disorders (Biochemistry III) Prerequisites: BCM 1331; PHY 2333
BCM 2345 Enzymology Credit Units: 3
This course aims to teach the student
(Biochemistry V)
the nature of biological forms, the
This course aims to teach mechanisms BCM 3345 Introduction to
mechanisms of life and the mechanisms
of biochemical reactions; the nature Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
of life processes in terms of chemistry
and functions of enzymes; the role of (Biochemistry VII)
and biology. The students will also
enzymes in the metabolic pathways of The objective of this course is to

BOT: BOTANY BST: BIOSTATISTICS
BOT 3352 Plant Anatomy and BST 1010 Introduction To statistical regression techniques for BST 4020 Mathematical Modelling of
physiology Biostatistics continuous and discrete data. Infectious Diseases
This course is meant to provide the To introduce the learner to the Pre-requisites: BST 2010 This course aims to provide the
students with an overview of natural basic concepts of biostatistics and Credit Units: 3 quantitative approaches to infectious
products, especially ethnobotany and probability and the application of BST 3020 Demographic Techniques disease dynamics and control in
identification techniques for different basic principles and methodologies of humans or animals.
This course introduces the learner to
t ypes of natural produc t s, their statistical analysis in public health. Pre-requisite: EPI 1010, BST 3010
sources of demographic data and basic
occurrence, structure, biosynthesis Pre-requisites: None Credit Units: 4.5
techniques of demographic analysis.
and proper ties. They will also be Credit Units: 4.5
Pre-requisite: BST 2010 BST 4030 Spatial Statistics And
taught the use of natural products as BST 1020 Introduction to Statistical Credit Units: 4.5 Disease Mapping
starting materials for medicines. Computing
Credit Units: 4.5 BST 4010 Research Project This course is an introduction to
Pre-requisites: BST 1010
Prerequisites: BCM 1341; CHE 2303; This course prepares students to Geographic Information System (GIS)
Credit Units: 4.5
design and conduct research. and the collection, maintenance, and
BOT 3353 General Plant BST 2010 Probability and Statistical analysis of spatial data for health.
Pre-requisites: DAN 2491; HSC 3492;
Biochemistry and Toxicology Inference Pre-requisite: EPI 1010, BST 3535
HSC 4494
This course is meant to provide the This course is an intermediate level Credit Units: 6 Credit Units: 3
students with an overview of natural probability and statistics course with a
products, especially ethnobotany and BST 4050 Biostatistics Consultancy BST 4040 Statistical Genetics
focus on the theoretical foundations of
identification techniques for different statistical inference. This course examines the professional This course is designed as a specialty
t ypes of natural produc t s, their Pre-requisites: MTH 1109, BST 1531 roles, responsibilities and analytic skills within biostatistics, aiming to teach
occurrence, structure, biosynthesis Credit Units: 3 of the practicing Biostatistician as students the knowledge of genetics;
and proper ties. They will also be consultant and collaborator in health the technological study of gene
BST 3010 Regression Modelling science research. variability and expression in human
taught the use of natural products as
starting materials for medicines. The aim of this course is to provide Pre-requisites: BUS 4090, DAN 2541, populations; and specific statistical
Credit Units: 3 students with basic principles of HSC 4494 approaches used to analyze these
Prerequisites: BCM 1341; CHE 2303 regression analyses applicable to Credit Units: 4.5 data.
the health sciences so that they can Pre-requisite: NSC 2205, PHT 3513
understand and use appropriate Credit Units: 3

CHE: CHEMISTRY
BST 4060 Principles of Bioinformatics CHE 1305 Basic Inorganic Chemistry CHE 2303 Organic Chemistry CHE 2307 Physical Chemistry
The course introduces the learner (Inorganic Chemistry I) The aim of the course is to train the The main objective of the course is to
to the application of computational T he objec tive of t he Inorganic student on fundamentals of carbon teach the student modern theories
techniques in analysis of information Chemistry Course is to introduce the chemistry, the classification, sources and techniques in physical and nuclear
associated with biomolecules. student to the basic principles and and uses of organic compounds, and chemistry that are applied to many
Pre-requisite: EPI 4020 methodologies of Chemistry, to create also to provide knowledge on the areas of pharmaceutical research and
Credit Units: 3 a sound starting point for the study structure, functionality, reactivity, development.
and comprehension of the correlation synthetic methods, purify, estimate, Credit Units: 4.5
between structure and the properties assay and identify important organic
of materials which students will have compounds. CHE 2308 Nuclear Chemistry
to study in more detail in their years in Credit Units: 4.5 This course introduces students to
pharmacy school. nuclear chemistr y and its related
Credit Units: 4.5 CHE 2304 Chromatographic & techniques and application to many
Voltametric Methods areas of pharmaceutical research
CHE 1306 Atomic Structure and This course aims is to introduces the and development. Topic covered
Chemical Bonding (Inorganic student to principles and mechanisms include theory and types of decay,
Chemistry II) of Chromatographic separations and radiation chemistry and radioactive
The objective of this course is to study Electro-analytical methods which study decay process and the applications of
the atomic structure and chemical an analyte by measuring the potential radioisotopes.
bonding in details and study their (volts) and/or current (amperes) in an Credit Units: 3
application in pharmaceutical sciences. electrochemical cell containing the
It includes the study and application analyte. These methods are central in
of transition metal and coordination analysis and/or purification of organic
chemistry. compounds.
Credit Units: 3 Prerequisites: CHE 2302; CHE 2303;
Credit Units: 4.5

DAN:
DAN 3010 Multivariate Analysis DAN 4015 Longitudinal Data Analysis appropriate analyses.
This course introduces students to The aim of this course is to introduce Pre-requisite: DAN 3010, BST 3010
statistical methods for describing and the main statistical concepts, methods Credit Units: 3
analyzing multivariate data. and models used in the analysis of
Pre-requisite: BST 2010 longitudinal data.
Credit Units: 3 Pre-requisite: DAN 3010, BST 3010
Credit Units: 3
DAN 3020 Data Mining
This course offers a comprehensive DAN 4020 Survival Data Analysis
coverage of the techniques most T hi s c o u r s e p r e s e nt s m e t h o d s
commonly employed in the analysis of for various methods of analyzing
large volumes of data, in the extraction categorical, longitudinal and survival
of knowledge from this data, and data in public health, epidemiology,
in making decisions based on the and medicine. The SPSS, R, and STATA
knowledge acquired. Students will statistical packages will be used to
practice with appropriate software, conduct analyses.
tools and packages in the laboratory Pre-requisites: DAN 3010, HSC 4494
Pre-requisites: DAN 2541 Credit Units: 4.5
Credit Units: 3
DAN 4030 Time Series Analysis
DAN 4010 Design and Management This course aims to introduce a variety
Of Clinical Trial of statistical models for time series and
The purpose of this course is to cover the main methods for analyzing
introduce the main statistical concepts, these models. In this course you will
methods and models used in the develop a sound understanding
design and analysis of clinical trials. of the time domain properties and
Pre-requisites: BST 2010, BST 3010 common models for stationary and
Credit Units: 3 non-stationary time series in discrete
time, and will be able to use the R and
SPSS statistical package to perform

ENV: ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
ENV 2000 Introduction to ENV 3100 Environmental Ethics in a Credit: 3 Units emphasizes finding solutions for the
Environmental Science Cross-Cultural Context future by understanding the past. (WI)
ENV 3300 Energy Use and Credit: 3 Units
The Earth’s physical resources (air, The ethical dimensions of
Management
water, soil, and minerals) and human environmental problems. Cultural
Energy sources both renewable and ENV 4000 Environmental Economics
beings’ impact upon them; pollution tradition and the expanding circle.
Interspecific justice, ecofeminism, non-renewable; patterns of energy Economics and environmental issues.
and depletion of resources; solid
theological, moral, and ethical aspects consumption; environmental impact of Concepts and policy issues associated
was te; met ho d s of p reventing,
of endangered species. various energy sources; air pollution; with renewable and non-renewable
reducing, or eliminating problems.
Credit: 3 Units energy allocation and distribution. nat u r al r e s o u r c e m a nag e m e nt,
(WI) Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units pollution, environmental protection,
ENV 2001 Sustainable Resource ENV 3200 Water Use and and regulation. Oppor tunities for
Management Management ENV 3500 Regional Environment green entrepreneurship are examined.
T he limit atio ns of wor l d w ater Environmental setting, histor y of Credit: 3 Units
The sustainable management of
resources, agriculture, agro forestry, resources and increased conflicts; land use, concepts and policy issues
as sociated with renewable and ENV 4100 Environmental Restoration
forestry, range lands, and fisheries. critical importance of conservation.
Emphasis on increasing efficiency of non-renewable natural resource Scientific foundations and principles
The economics environmental goals of
use and reuse. Use of case studies management, pollution, environmental of environmental restoration, project
improved management. Making things
and applied problems to examine protection and regulation. design and implementation. Methods
work, restoring previous damage, and
cultural conflicts and opportunities Credit: 3 Units and techniques for restoring lands and
improving the land. (WI)
for cooperation in water resource waterways covered in class and field.
Credit: 3 Units
ENV 3800 Environmental History Credit: 3 Units
management.
ENV 2003 Environment Design Credit: 3 Units E x plores the methodology and
value of interpreting the history of ENV 4200 Environmental Law
Shaping the world and being shaped
ENV 3288 Field Studies landscapes and resources. Reviews the L aws, inter national agreement s,
by the world. The scientific foundations
The essential tools for the importance of environmental history environment al as ses sment, and
and principles of environmental
environmental professional fieldwork and environmental management by agencies that provide for protection
design, implementation, and research.
and field studies. Environmental indigenous people in understanding of the environment and their impact
Psychology of design, ergonomics,
restoration or research projects. Credit the environmental setting of today. and effectiveness; future needs and
materials, life cycle assessment, and
oppor tunities for field work at an Uses case studies, like California directions.
methods for sustainability.
established international program. environmental history 1600-2000, and Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
EPI: EPIDEMIOLOGY HAN: HUMAN ANATOMY
EPI 1000: INTRODUCTION TO EPI 3010 Advanced Epidemiology EPI 4010 Exposure Assessment In HAN 1321 Human Anatomy I
EPIDEMIOLOGY This cour se ex plores ad vanced Epidemiology This course aims to teach the student
This course introduces student s epidemiological techniques and The course will acquaint students with historical perspectives of anatomy,
to the basic principles, concepts, builds upon the epidemiological the principles of exposure assessment the terminologies used and levels of
and methods of population based knowledge and skills taught in EPI1010, and its role in occupational hygiene, the structural complexity of the body.
epidemiology; the study of patterns I n t r o d u c t i o n t o E p i d e m i o l o g y. epidemiology, and toxicology and risk This will involve the development,
and deter minant s of disease in The focus of the course is on the assessment. gener al organiz ation and gros s
different populations. imp or t ance of e pid e miolo gic al Pre-requisites: PHT 2010, BST 3010 features of cardiovascular, respiratory,
Pre-requisite: None methods, and will give students a Credit Units: 3 m u s c ul o s ke l e t al a n d l y m p hat ic
Credit Units: 3 deeper understanding of design and systems.
EPI 4030 Pharmacoepidemiology
sources of bias in epidemiological Credit Units: 3
EPI 1010 Epidemiology Of Diseases and Drug Safety
studies; Effect Measure Modification,
This course introduces students to the Advanced concepts in confounding. This course introduces student s HAN 1322 Human Anatomy II
basic methods for infectious disease Pre-requisite: EPI1010 t o t h e t y p i c a l p r o b l e m s (e.g . The objective of the course is to teach
epidemiology and case studies of confounding by indication, rare side the student the general organization,
Credit Units: 3
important disease syndromes and effects) and approaches to deal with development, histological features
entities. EPI 4020 Genetic And Molecular these problems in the practice of and gross features of digestive,
Pre-requisite: EPI 1000 Epidemiology pharmacoepidemiology. reproductive and urinary systems.
Credit Units: 3 This course will provide the student Pre-requisites: EPI 3010 Prerequisites: HAN 1321
with an overview of basic methods Credit Units: 4.5 Credit Units: 4.5
EPI 2010 Nutritional Epidemiology
i n g e n e t i c e p i d e mi o l o g y, w i t h
This course introduces students to the HAN 1323 Human Anatomy III
application to common complex
methodologies of dietary assessment
diseases, application of epidemiologic T hi s c o u r s e ai m s to te a c h t h e
and their application to design,
techniques to human health problems. student the general organization,
conduct, analysis, and interpretation
The students are expected to gain development, histological features and
of epidemiologic studies related to
laborator y and informatic s skills gross features of the nervous system
nutrition.
needed to incorporate genomic data and special sensory organs.
Pre-requisite: EPI 1010, MIC 2360
into their research. Prerequisites: HAN 1321
Credit Units: 3
Pre-requisite: EPI 1521, EPI 1010 Credit Units: 4.5
Credit Units: 3

HSC: HEALTH ECONOMICS
HSC 1330 Calculus for Health HSC 2391 Health Economics there will be an over view of the and attribution of authorship and
Sciences historical, legislative and administrative adequacy of peer review publication
The main objective of this course
aspects of occupational health. In processes. The course intends to
This course will introduce students to is to teach the students on health
addition, there will be an overview equip the students with the technical
the fundamentals of differential and economics concepts, methods used
of the historical, legislative and capacity to identify an ethical research
integral calculus as well as discrete in economic evaluations, health care
administrative aspects of occupational project. Also assist students to manage
modelling techniques in the context of priority setting, critical issues on health
health. and evaluate a research project, from
the health sciences systems strengthening, expenditure
design to publication, from an ethical
Pre-requisites: MTH 1109, BST 2020 tracking tools, and how to relate them
standpoint and to regulate research
Credit Units: 3 to the evaluation of health care in an Pre-requisite: None activity.
integrated and complex healthcare
HSC 1394 Introduction to Global Credit Units: 3 Prerequisites: HSC 3492
environment, and how these lead to
Health effective policy and decision-making. HSC 3492 Law and Bioethics in Credit Units: 3
This course provides students with a Credit Units: 3 Research (ILI) HSC 4010 Sociology for Health
broad overview of global health and
insight into the challenges currently HSC 3395 Environmental & The course introduces students to Sciences
facing global health. Occupational Health bioethics as an interdisciplinar y T his cour se gives s tudent s the
inquiry into ethical issues in health foundation s a n d inter vention
Pre-requisite: None This course covers investigation,
care. strategies for promoting the health of
Credit Units: 3 recognition, prevention, control
and regulation of safety hazards in Pre-requisite: Credit Units: 3 individuals, their families, workplaces
HSC 2391 Principles of Health the workplace. It also addresses and communities by taking a multi-
HSC 3492 Law and Ethics in Research
Economics risk assessment and management level approach to the design of
(OI)
The course is designed to give students methods for evaluating and controlling public healthcare. From a sociological
a basic grounding in the theory and The course involves different ethical context, this course contextualizes the
such risks. A variet y of diseases
practice of health economics. issues, such as bias, fraud, plagiarism, social aspects of health and illness,
associated with exposure to common
Pre-requisite: None conflicts of interest, falsification of examining the relationship between
occupational and environmental
research results, informed consent, social factors and health outcomes.
Credit Units: 3 factors will be discussed. In addition,

It also examines the experience of HSC 4495 Project Planning and
illness, and outlines how to develop Proposal Development
basic health promotion initiatives for This course is a practical introduction
populations across the ages (from to the elements of proposal and grant
children to elderly) in diverse settings writing. Students will be able to draft
globally. successful proposals for non-profit and
Pre-requisite: SOC 2201 business organizations.
Co-requisites: HSC 4494
Credit Units: 3
Credit Units: 3
HSC 4396 Fundamentals of Global
HSC 4496 Research Methods in
Health
Health Sciences
This course introduces students to
This subject introduces the principles
international public health, especially
of research methodology as relevant
of the developing world.
to the health sciences. It examines
Pre-requisites: HSC 1394, PHT 3010
the context of research in professional
Credit Units: 3 practice in the healthcare field, and
HSC 4494 Practicum and Attachment equips students with the basic research
The purpose of the course is to skills necessary for their continuing
provide students with a work-related professional education.
experience designed to integrate Pre-requisites: HSC 3492
epidemiological and biostatistical Credit Units: 3
theory and practice in an applied
setting under supervision.
Pre-requisites: HSC 4396
Co-requisites: HSC 4495
Credit Units: 8

MIC: MICROBIOLOGY NSC: NATURAL SCIENCE
MIC 2360 Introduction to of antibacterial and antifungal drugs cause. The course will teach students NSC 2205 Human Physiology
Microbiology & Parasitology and outlines methods of sterilization how to study the mode of transmission, Functions of the systems of the human
The course provides an understanding and disinfection and also explains pathogenesis, identify, control of body and their relation to homeostasis;
of biology of microbial agents including microbial resistance and threats; and viruses, classification, mechanism of includes disease prevention and cure,
bacteria, viruses, fungi, helminthic and appropriate remedial measures. action of antiviral drugs, functional of health, wellness, and nutrition.
protozoal parasites and various vectors Prerequisites: BCM 1341 the immune systems and its disorders. Credit: 3 Units
that are that are important in agents of Prerequisites: BCM 1341
Credit Units: 4.5
human and animal diseases. Credit Units: 3 NSC 2212 Life, Environment and
Pre-requisites: None Society
Credit Units: 4.5 MIC 2362 Parasitology and For the non-science major; important
Entomology (Medical Microbiology scientific issues affecting society;
MIC 2361: Bacteriology and II) topics include the origin of life, health
Mycology (Medical Microbiology I) issues, necessities of life, energy and
The objective of the course is to train
The course aims to train the student on environmental problems.
the student on the different types of
the relationship between microbes and Credit: 3 Units
parasites and vectors; how to make
disease, and how to use this knowledge diagnoses, mode of transmission, NSC 2215 Introduction to Physical
to make diagnoses and manage Mechanics
pathogenesis clinic al signs and
diseases of microbial infections. symptoms and complications of Introduction to topics in physics for
Prerequisites: BCM 1341 p ar asitic infe c tio ns, t reat me nt, the non-science major: discusses the
Credit Units: 4.5 prevention and how to manage the motion of objects and Newton’s laws,
diseases they cause. temperature, electromagnetic waves
MIC 2361 Bacteriology And and sound waves.
Prerequisites: MIC2361
Mycology (Medical Microbiology I) Credit: 3 Units
Credit Units: 4.5
This course aims to train the student
on identific ation, reproduc tion, MIC 2363 Virology and Immunology NSC 2216 Introduction to Earth
mode of transmission, pathogenesis, (Medical Microbiology III) Sciences
and classification of bacteria and This course aims to teach the student Introduction to topics from chemistry,
fungi according to morphology, the different types of viruses and how geophysics, geology, and astronomy;
anatomy and physiology. It also to diagnose and manage diseases they discusses the structure of atoms, the
describes the mechanism of action periodic table, chemical reactions,

PAT: PATHOLOGY
ear th’s geophysical structure and PAT 3371 General Pathology (Human PAT 3373 Clinical Chemistry (Human
earthquakes, and universe, galaxies Pathology I) Pathology III)
and solar systems. The main objective of the course is to To train the student on how the
Credit: 3 Units introduce the students to the etiology, serum levels of hormones, fluids and
pathogenesis, morphologic changes electrolytes are used for diagnosis
NSC 3304 Biology and the pathogenesis of fluid, acid/base
and functional derangements and
Environment imbalancesand to monitor treatment
clinical significance of diseases.
Introduction to biology that stresses Prerequisites: HAN 1323; PHY 2336; of diseases
the relationship of living things to their BCM 2344; MIC 2363 Prerequisites: PAT 3371
physical and biotic environments; Credit Units: 3 Credit Units: 4.5
biological molecules and processes,
cell structure and function, evolution, PAT 3372 Haematology (Human
heredit y, and genetic s; species, Pathology II)
diversity of life forms, ecosystems, and To train the student on the importance
the interdependence of ecosystem of blood and how its components are
components. (WI) used in the diagnosis, treatment and
Credit: 3 Units monitoring of diseases, teach students
different components of blood, clinical
significance of blood transfusion.
Students also to learn the role of
homeostasis, Identify the etiology and
pathogenesis of fluid, electrolyte, and
acid/base imbalances.
Prerequisites: PAT 3371
Credit Units: 4.5

PHM: PHARMACY
PHM 3401 Introduction to Analytical types, classify amperometric methods drug molecules that are used as pharmaco-economics, medicine and
Chemistry and explain their fundamentals, chemotherapeutic agents. forensic pharmacy. It will also give an
The main objective of this course is the principles of coulometric and Credit Units: 4.5 overview of the role in society and the
to teach the student to the common electrogravimetric methods. employment opportunities for the
Prerequisites: CHE 2302; CHE 2303; PHM 3405 Medicinal Chemistry of pharmacist.
techniques used in contemporary
PHY 2333 Pharmacodynamics Drugs Prerequisites: PHY 2336, BCM 2346,
analytical chemistry and covers the
science of chemical separation, Credit Units: 3 At the end of this course, the students CHE 2303, MIC 2362
identification, and measurement. The are expected to have knowledge Credit Units: 3
PHM 3403 Medicinal Chemistry I regarding the relationship between
student will learn the principles and
This course focuses on the the chemical struc tures and the PHM 3412 Biopharmaceutics
applications of analytical methods,
fundamental aspects and current drug pharmacodynamics of various (Pharmaceutics II)
with emphasis on advanced separation
science, dynamic electrochemistry, methodologies involved in the drug chemotherapeutic, semisynthetic and This course aims to teach the student
spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. discovery process. These include natural product agents the routes of drug administration,
Prerequisites: CHE 2302; CHE 2303; the chemic al s tr uc ture, design, Credit Units: 3 distribution, metabolism, elimination
PHY 2333; CHE 2304 synthesis, development process and and also outline the zero, first order
physicochemical characterization of PHM 3411 Introduction to Pharmacy and second order kinetics. He/she
Credit Units: 3
thermodynamically active molecules. (Pharmaceutics I) will also learn the application of this
PHM 3402 Instrumental Methods of This course will contribute significantly Pharmacy is the ar t and science knowledge in designing drug therapy
Analysis to the professional pharmacy curricula. of preparing and dispensing especially in chronic illness, pediatrics
The aim of the course is to Prerequisites: CHE 2302; CHE 2303; medications and the provision of and geriatrics and in people with liver
introduces the s tudent to basic BCM 1342; PHM 3351; PHM 3471 drug related infor mation to the or kidney disease.
laboratory techniques in analytical Credit Units: 7.5 public. This course will cover the Prerequisites: PHM 3411
chemistr y, spec troscopy, explain history of pharmacy and the scientific Credit Units: 3
PHM 3404 Drug Discovery and domain, applied realm and subject’s
solutions conductivity, fundamentals
Development connection of the following subjects: PHM 3413 Physical Pharmaceutics
of conduc tometric analysis,
As an introduction to drug discovery h u m a n b i o l o g y, p la nt b i o l o g y, (Pharmaceutics III)
methods of electrochemical
analysis, their classification and and development, this course focuses p h a r m a c o l o g y, p h a r m a c e u t i c a l This course aims to teach the student
i ns t r u m e nt at io n, p ote nt io m et r ic on the fundamentals of the chemistry, chemistry, pharmaceutical analysis, the laws and factors that affect flow
analysis, instrumentation and electrode biochemistr y, pharmacology and pharmaceutics, bio-pharmaceutics, and mixing of liquids. He/she will
metabolism of clinically important p har mace u t ic al a d minis t r at io n, learn about the physical and chemical

proper ties of fluids that af fec t the student will learn potential targets therapeutic values of the major diseases in the hospital and community
formulation and the laws that govern of drug action, their mechanisms systemic pharmacological agents. In pharmacy practice settings. He/she will
mixing of fluids in drug formulations. of ac tion and ef fec ts on disease particular, the student will learn the learn how formulate a pharmaceutical
Prerequisites: PHM 3411 processes, the concepts of drug- activities, clinical applications and side care plan and identify the components
Credit Units: 4.5 receptor interactions and poisoning effects of drugs for respiratory and of rational prescribing for respiratory
and its management. gastrointestinal diseases. and gastrointestinal diseases.
PHM 3451 General Pharmacognosy Prerequisites: PHY 1331; BCM 2344; Prerequisites: PHM 3471; Prerequisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471;
This course is meant to provide the Credit Units: 3 Credit Units: 4.5 Credit Units: 4.5
students with an overview of the field
of natural product chemistry, especially PHM 3472 Anti-Infective Drugs PHM 3481 Introduction to Clinical PHM 3485 Clinical Management of
identification of different types of (Pharmacology II) Pharmacy Bacterial and Viral Diseases
natural products, their occurrence, This course aims to provide the This course aims to give the students This course gives the students an
structure, extraction and isolation, student with the knowledge of the an understanding of the intricacies understanding of the functions of
biosynthesis and properties. They will properties, effects, and therapeutic of the hospit al and communit y clinical pharmacy and the hospital
learn the set up of and record keeping values of anti-infective agents. He/she pharmacy practice environments. and community pharmacy practice
in a herbarium; and plant metabolites will learn the classification, modes of He/she will learn how to formulate a in management of Bacterial and Viral
and toxicity. They will also be taught action, indications, dose, formulations, pharmaceutical care plan, identify the diseases.
the use of natural products as starting adverse effects, contraindications and components of rational prescribing, Credit Units: 3
materials for synthesis of medicines. interactions of anti-infective drugs. The and manage poisoned patients. He/
Prerequisites: BCM 1341; CHE 2302; student will also learn to identify trade she will also learn how to set up and PHM 3486 Clinical Management
CHE 2303; and generic names of the major anti- manage hospital and community of Fungal, Parasitic and Protozoa
Credit Units: 4.5 infective drugs. pharmacy practice. Diseases
Prerequisites: PHM 3471 Prerequisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471; This course gives the students an
PHM 3471 Basic Pharmacology & Credit Units: 6 Credit Units: 3 understanding of the functions of
Toxicology (Pharmacology I) clinical pharmacy and the hospital
The objective of this course is to PHM 3473 Respiratory and PHM 3483 Respiratory and and community pharmacy practice in
train the student on how drugs enter Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Gastrointestinal Disorders management of Fungal, Parasitic and
the body, get distributed, act and (Pharmacology III) This course aims to give the students Protozoal diseases.
eventually get eliminated. Specifically, This course is a continuation of the an understanding of how to manage Credit Units: 4.5
study of proper ties, ef fec ts, and respir ator y and gas trointes tinal

PHM 4404 Medicinal Chemistry II knowledge in technic al aspec t s PHM 4416 Dispensing and Pharmacy PHM 4426 Pharmaceutical Analysis II
This course focuses on the fundamental o f d o s a g e f o r m d e s i g n, b a s i c Practice (Pharmaceutics VI) This course aims to give the students
aspects and current methodologies dosage forms and their therapeutic This course aims to give the students deeper and more comprehensive
involved in the drug discovery process. applications. It focuses on dispensing deeper and more comprehensive knowledge in technical aspec t s
The fundamental aspects include techniques, dosage regimens and knowledge in technical aspec t s of d os ag e for m d esig n, b asic
the design, synthesis, development document retrieval o f d o s a g e f o r m d e s i g n, b a s i c dosage forms and their therapeutic
process, Identification, assay ,and Prerequisites: PHM 4405; dosage forms and their therapeutic applications. It focuses on dispensing
physicochemical characterization of Credit Units: 6 applications. It focuses on dispensing techniques, dosage regimens and
Chemotherapeutic agents and related techniques, dosage regimens and document retrieval
PHM 4414 Unit Operations Prerequisites: PHM 4405
molecules. This course will contribute document retrieval. Specifically, the
(Pharmaceutics IV) Credit Units: 6
significantly to the professional students will learn the steps involved
pharmacy curricula. This course aims to teach the student in dispensing, packaging materials, PHM 4452 Elements of
Prerequisites: MIC 2361; PHM 3403 regulatory and pre-marketing steps appropriate labeling of medicines and Phytochemistry
Credit Units: 7.5 that determine the degree of success calculation of dosages.
for every new drug in the market. It also This course aims to give the student
Prerequisites: PHM 3411;
PHM 4405 Pharmaceutical Analysis I covers different methods of extraction. an overview of the field of natural
Credit Units: 4.5 produc t chemistr y in relation to
The aim of this course is to introduce the Prerequisites: PHM 3411
extraction of active compounds from
student to the analysis (both qualitative Credit Units: 4.5 PHM 4425 Pharmaceutical Analysis I
herbs, their cleaning, isolation, and
and quantitative) of pharmaceutical The aim of this course is to introduce the chemical analysis (using sublimation,
PHM 4415 Powder Technology
agents and metabolites as well as student to the analysis (both qualitative distillation, fractional crystallization,
(Pharmaceutics V)
the fundamental techniques used for and quantitative) of pharmaceutical chromatographic and spectrometric
patient testing in clinical laboratories. The objective of the course is to teach agents and metabolites as well as methods) but also biogenetic al
Prerequisites: PHM 3402; PHM 3401; the student the properties, methods of the fundamental techniques used for investigations and biosynthesis of main
PHM 4404 measuring particle size and surface are patient testing in clinical laboratories. primary and secondary metabolites
Credit Units: 4.5 of powders and methods used when Prerequisites: PHM 3402; PHM (enzymes, carbohydrates, fats and
preparing them. 3401;PHM 4404 fatty acids, aromatic compounds,
PHM 4406 Pharmaceutical Analysis II Prerequisites: PHM 3411 Credit Units: 4.5 amino acids, peptides and proteins,
This course aims to give the students Credit Units: 3 isoprenoids).
deeper and more comprehensive Prerequisites: PHM 3451
Credit Units: 6

PHM 4453: Fundamentals Of investigations and biosynthesis of main therapeutic values of the major PHM 5476 Nervous and
Phytochemistry primary and secondary metabolites systemic pharmacological agents; Musculoskeletal Pharmacology
T he co ur s e is to fo c u s o n t he (enzymes, carbohydrates, fats and drugs for endocrine and reproductive (Pharmacology VI)
fundamentals of phy tochemicals fatty acids, aromatic compounds, diseases. The course will involves the This course is a continuation of the
as therapeutic agents. Insights into amino acids, peptides and proteins, mechanism of action of drugs that study of proper ties, ef fec ts, and
the biosynthetic processes of plants isoprenoids). act on endocrine and reproductive therapeutic values of the major
to generate secondary metabolites Prerequisites: PHM 3451 s y s te ms, to id e ntif y t r ad e an d systemic pharmacological agents;
shall be covered with the ultimate generic names of the endocrine and drugs for nervous and musculoskeletal
Credit Units: 3
evaluation of the t ypical natural reproductive drugs. diseases. He/she will lear n the
products that generate efficacious PHM 4474 Cardiovascular and Renal Prerequisites: PHM 3471; clas sific ation, modes of ac tion,
phytocompounds. The principles of Pharmacology (Pharmacology IV) Credit Units: 4.5 indic ations, dose, for mulations,
extraction, isolation and identification This course is a continuation of the PHM 4510 Fundamentals of adverse effects, contraindications and
techniques for t ypical groups of study of proper ties, ef fec ts, and Pharmacometrics interactions of drugs that are used to
phytochemicals profiling from a given therapeutic values of the major treat these conditions.
Fundamentals of Pharmacometrics
sample is to be covered. systemic pharmacological agents; Prerequisites: PHM 3471;
(Modelling and Simulation) will
Prerequisites: PHM 3451 drugs for cardiovascular and renal Credit Units: 4.5
ex pose the s tudent to cut ting -
Credit Units: 3 diseases. The course also involves edge tools and techniques used to PHM 4484 Cardiovascular and Renal
mechanism of action of drugs that act answer complicated problems in
PHM 4454: Elements of Other System Disorders (Clinical Pharmacy
on cardiovascular and renal systems drug development and utilization. It
Therapeutic Natural Products IV)
to identify trade and generic names of leverages information and knowledge
This course aims to give the student the cardiovascular and renal drugs. This course aims to give the
from biomedical and pharmaceutical
an overview of the field of natural Prerequisites: PHM 3471; students an understanding of how
courses together with mathematical
produc t chemistr y in relation to Credit Units: 4.5 to manage cardiovascular and renal
modelling and simulation, and clinical
extraction of active compounds from systems disorders in the hospital
data from patients or published in the
herbs, their cleaning, isolation, and PHM 4475 Endocrine and and community pharmacy practice
literature.
chemical analysis (using sublimation, Reproductive Pharmacology set tings. He/she will lear n how
Pre-requisites: HSC 4496; BST 4020; EPI
distillation, fractional crystallization, (Pharmacology V) formulate a pharmaceutical care
4030
chromatographic and spectrometric This course is a continuation of the plan and identify the components of
Credit Units: 3
methods) but also biogenetic al study of proper ties, ef fec ts, and rational prescribing for cardiovascular

and renal system disorders. musculoskeletal systems disorders. specific focus on the psychosocial It is target Care of Specific Patients
Prerequisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471; Prerequisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471; aspec ts of medication use. With Sy s t e m - L e ve l To p i c s I nvo l v i n g
Credit Units: 3 Credit Units: 4.5 updated research findings included, Pharmacy Practice
a plethor a of c ases and theor y Credit Units: 3
PHM 4485 Endocrine and PHM 4491 Social and Behavioral applications allows the reader to learn
Reproductive System Disorders Pharmacy modern day, real-time, pharmaceutical PHM 5477 Cancer, Ocular and Skin
This course aims to give the students This cour se gives s tudent s t he concepts. From analyzing perspectives Pharmacology (Pharmacology VII)
an understanding of how to manage foundations and inter vention on health behaviors to how pharmacy This course introduces the student
endocrine and reproduc tive strategies for promoting the health of practice has fully evolved. to a collection of concepts including:
systems disorders in the hospital individuals, their families, workplaces Credit Units: 3 Cancer, Ocular and Dermatological
and community pharmacy practice and communities by taking a multi- therapies; Peripartum, Pediatric and
set tings. He/she will lear n how level approach to the design of public PHM 4493: Applied social and Geriatric phar macologies; Dr ug
formulate a pharmaceutical care healthcare. Students learn how to Behavioral pharmacy (WI) development. He/she will lear n
plan and identify the components of address a range of health and social This course teaches the student how the classification, modes of action,
rational prescribing for endocrine and issues and how to develop basic health societal and individual behaviors indic ations, dose, for mulations,
reproductive systems disorders. promotion initiatives for populations intersec t with health and illness adverse effects, contraindications and
Prerequisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471; across the ages (from children to behaviors. They will explores different interactions of drugs that are used to
Credit Units: 4.5 elderly) in diverse settings globally. The systems and personal experiences treat these conditions. The student will
students will learn to find, understand, w he n e ngaging in a var iet y of also be taught the pharmacology of
PHM 5486 Nervous And analyze, evaluate, and synthesize treatment options and consider how radiopharmaceuticals and the adverse
Musculoskeletal Disorders Health information. This will prepare the pharmacy practice has evolved effects of polypharmacy.
This course aims to give the students them for patient counseling roles. and the factors affecting the delivery Prerequisites: PHM 3471;
an understanding of how to manage Prerequisites: HSC 3493 of specific pharmacy ser vices. It Credit Units: 3
ner vous and musculoskelet al Credit Units: 6 explains contributing factors to the
systems disorders in the hospital structure and function of medication- PHM 5478 Veterinary Pharmacology
and community pharmacy practice PHM 4492 Introduction to social and use processes and approaches to (Pharmacology VIII)
set tings. He/she will lear n how behavioral Pharmacy Resolving Health Problems. This This course aims to provide the
formulate a pharmaceutical care Social and Behavioral Aspects of course also looks at treatment Planning student with an overview of the drugs
plan and identify the components of Pharmacy Practice evolves around the and Par ticipation and evaluating used to treat animal infections and
rational prescribing for nervous and field of medical sociology, with a more Patient Medication Use and Behavior. pesticides used in the control of animal

diseases. Specifically, the student will Prerequisites: PHM 4406; application of solubility, stability, and PHM 5492 Pharmaceutical Marketing
learn the classification, indications, Credit Units: 3 shelf life of sterile products. Management
doses, formulations, adverse effects, Prerequisites: MIC 2361; PHM 3411 This course provides the student with
contraindications and interactions of PHM 5417 Dosage Forms Credit Units: 4.5 an overview of marketing activities and
drugs that are used to treat infections (Pharmaceutics VII)
players in pharmaceutical industry.
in animals. He/she will also learn This course aims to teach the student PHM 5487 Neoplastic Disorders
It describes the need for marketing,
the classification, mechanisms of the properties, ingredients, process (Clinical Pharmacy VII)
the types of marketing positions and
action, indications, adverse effects, of preparing and also outline the This course aims to give the students the role of marketers, as well as how
contraindications and toxicit y of methods of controlling the process of an understanding of the functions they interact with other internal and
pesticides used in animals. preparing dosage forms. of clinical pharmacy, formulation external stakeholders to achieve their
Prerequisites: PHM 3471; Prerequisites: PHM 3411 of phar maceutical care plan for goals. It also defines how promotional
Credit Units: 3 Credit Units: 4.5 manag e me nt, manag e p atie nt s materials are created for various
poisoned with drugs for treatment, segments and the regulatory rules
PHM 5407 Pharmaceutical Quality PHM 5418 Pharmaceutical and describe rational use of drugs for that govern marketing, plus how to
Control Microbiology (Pharmaceutics VIII) neoplastic disorders in paediatrics and measure success in marketing
This course is designed to be a This course introduces the students to geriatrics. Prerequisites: None
continuation of PHM 4406 but which the concepts of sterile products and Prerequisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471; Credit Units: 3
offers the student a real chance in formulations. The content includes Credit Units: 4.5
the laboratory to learn the expertise introduc tion to sterile produc ts; PHM 5493 Pharmacy Management
of operating a Qualit y Control / facilities, garb and equipment; aseptic PHM 5488 Ocular, Ear and Skin
The objective of this course is to train
Assurance laboratory. He/she will calculations; proper ties of sterile Disorders (Clinical Pharmacy VIII)
the student on basic managerial
be trained on how to develop and products; aseptic techniques; sterile The objective of course is to teach skills essential for effective pharmacy
implement St andard O per ating product preparations such as total the students the functions of clinical practice. The student will learn the
Procedures for all the critical steps in parenteral nutrition (TPN). They will be phar mac y and the hospital and basic principles of management,
the operations of a Quality Assurance taught how to formulate, handle, admix community pharmacy prac tice in the func tions of human resource
/Control Laboratory. He/she will also and reconstitute sterile products. management of ocular, ear and skin departments, drug supply cycle, basic
learn the principles and values of Good They will also learn the principles and disorders. financial management and how to
Manufacturing Practices and Good Prerequisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471; effect change in an organization.
Laboratory Practices. Credit Units: 4.5 Prerequisites: HSC 2391
Credit Units: 3

PHM 5494 Elective Industrial & Students will Use research techniques
Hospital Attachment and methodology to apply computer
This course has two components technology in the solution of research
that will provide the student with an problems and design and use an
overview of the operations of the appropriate questionnaire.
main practice areas of pharmacy. Prerequisites: HSC 3492; HSC 3493
The Hospital & Pharmacy Practice Credit Units: 6
component will prepare students
PHM 5496 Pharmacy Law & Ethics
with the clinical skills and attitudes
required to deliver effective patient This course focuses on the application
care within the healthcare sector, of per tinent ethic s, laws, r ules,
sound knowledge to compound and regulations to the practice of
ex te m p o r a n e o u s p r e p a r a t i o n s, pharmacy. Students will learn: where to
pr ac tic al dis pensing s kills, and find information regarding pharmacy
to provide an unders tanding of law that they will continue to use
healthcare systems. The Industrial through their professional life; the
Phar mac y will provide s tudent s Kenyan laws that impact the practice
with a strong foundation in the of pharmac y, while emphasizing
practice and application of current the legal and ethic al principles
Good Manufacturing Practice and applied by pharmacists in their daily
Good Laborator y Prac tice in the decision-making; the governmental
pharmaceutical industry. framework within which pharmacy
Prerequisites: PHM 4416 is practiced,normative principles in
Credit Units: 8 the ethical tradition of Pharmacy,
as well as acquire an understanding
PHM 5495 Research Project of the laws, regulations, and the
The major focus of this course is ethical responsibilities applicable to
to provide students with a strong pharmacists so that they will be able to
research focus, training and skills in protect the public and ensure patients’
order to prepare them for careers in wellbeing.
academia, pharmaceutical industry, Prerequisites: HSC 3493, PHM 5494
or public/private research institutions. Credit Units: 3

PHT:
PHT 2010 Disease Prevention & PHT 4010 Public Health systems and also outline the role of the
Health Promotion Epidemiology liver and pancrease.
This course prepares our students This course presents to the student a Prerequisites: PHY 1331
to be leaders in the field of disease public health practice that provides Credit Units: 4.5
prevention and health promotion. infor matio n for infe c tio us /no n -
PHY 2334 Cardiovascular and Renal
Pre-requisites: EPI 1010, MIC 2360 infectious disease prevention and
Physiology (Human Physiology IV)
Credit Units: 3 control. It gives an over view of
epidemiological methods that address The objective of this course is to
PHT 2020 Control And Prevention of
disease patterns in community and teach the student the organization
Infectious Diseases
clinic-based populations. and functions of cardiovascular and
This course will enable students Pre-requisites: HSC 1394 and EPI 1010 renal systems. He/she will learn the
to understand the mechanisms of Credit Units: 3 composition, functions of blood and
infectious disease transmission, use blood grouping and also to discuss
specific preventive methodologies in PHT 4020 Monitoring and Evaluation
shock, edema and hemorrhage.
the control of particular diseases and of Health Programs
Prerequisites: PHY 1331
communicate the rationale for the This course aims to teach the students Credit Units: 4.5
various control methods. the fundamentals of collecting, storing,
Pre-requisites: EPI 1010, PHT 2010 analyzing and finally transforming data PHY 2335 Endocrine and
Credit Units: 3 into strategic information so it can Reproductive Physiology (Human
be used to make informed decisions Physiology V)
PHT 3010 Contemporary Community
for program management and This course aims to teach the student
Health Issues
improvement, policy formulation, and t h e r o l e of h o r m o n e s, d i s c u s s
This course exposes students to advocacy. gestation, parturition, lactation and
current health issues that define Pre-requisites: HSC 1394, EPI 1521 the aging process. And also teach
community health. Credit Units: 3 the organization and functions of
Pre-requisites: HSC 1394, EPI 1521
endocrine and reproductive systems.
Credit Units: 3
Prerequisites: PHY 1331
Credit Units: 3

PHY: PHYSIOLOGY
PHY 1331 Introduction to Medical PHY 2334 Cardiovascular and Renal PHY 2336 Nervous System
Physiology (Human Physiology I) Physiology (Human Physiology IV) Physiology (Human Physiology VI)
The aim of this course is to teach the The objective of this course is to This course is a combination of
student to understand the human teach the student the organization cellular neurophysiology and receptor
body, the composition of a cell, and functions of cardiovascular and physiology. It is designed to provide
communication within a cell and how renal systems. He/she will learn the students with a deeper understanding
the normal internal body environment composition, functions of blood and of organization and func tions of
is maintained. blood grouping and also to discuss the nervous system; electrical and
Prerequisites: PHY 1331 shock, edema and hemorrhage. chemical signaling in the nervous
Credit Units: 4.5 Prerequisites: PHY 1331 system; and molecular and cellular
Credit Units: 4.5 aspects of receptor mechanisms,
PHY 1332 Muscle and Sensory signaling pathways, effector systems,
Physiology (Human Physiology II) PHY 2335 Endocrine and and chemotherapeutic approaches.
The aim of this course is to teach the Reproductive Physiology (Human Prerequisites: HAN 1321; PHY 1331;
student the composition, outline Physiology V) BCM 1341
transmission of impulses in the body This course aims to teach the student Credit Units: 4.5
and describe reflexes and their t h e r o l e of h o r m o n e s, d i s c u s s
importance of muscles and neurons. gestation, parturition, lactation and
Prerequisites: PHY 1331 the aging process. And also teach
Credit Units: 4.5 the organization and functions of
endocrine and reproductive systems.
PHY 1333 Respiratory and Prerequisites: PHY 1331
Gastrointestinal Physiology (Human Credit Units: 3
Physiology III)
This course aims to teach the student
the organization and functions of
respir ator y and gas trointes tinal

School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Faculty Profile
Adema, Valerie Ethiopia; Maima, Apollo general environment sciences.
Professor of Genetics, Specialty Areas: Clinical Pharmacy, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy
Dean, School of Science & Technology Pharmacology; B. Pharm, University of Nairobi; PGDip. Mwangi, Jonathan
B.Sc. (Biology) Egerton University, HEcon. (ST., UCT); M.Pharm, University Assistant Professor of Medical
Kenya; MPhil. (Plant Pathology), Ermias Mergia Terefe of Nairobi; FPGEC, USA; Ph.D. (Health Biochemistry
MBA (Strategic Management), Moi Lecturer of Pharmacology Economics), Great Lakes University; B.Sc. Biochemistry, Egerton University;
University; Ph.D., (Applied Biosciences), Diploma in Pharmacy, B. Pharm, Specialty Areas: health economics and PhD Infection and Immunity
Hiroshima Prefecture University, Japan; Jimma University, Ethiopia; M.Sc. management, pharmaceutical analysis University of Glasgow, United Kingdom
Specialty Areas: Gene Science, ( Ph a r m a c o l o g y), A d d i s A b a b a and chemistry. Specialty Areas: Medical biochemistry,
Mushroom Science, Microbiology University, Ethiopia; Post-Graduate g e n o m i c s , m o l e c u l a r b i o l o g y,
Diploma in Curriculum Design and Mbatia, Betty N. parasitology, infection genetics, genetic
Amuhaya, Edith K. Development, Open University of Assistant Professor of Biochemistry and crosses, host-parasite interactions,
Assistant Professor of Organic Tanzania; Biotechnology transmission epidemiology, co-infections,
Chemistry Specialty Areas: Pharmacology, Natural B.Sc. Biochemistry, MSc. Biochemistry, quantitative trait locus analysis, setting
Bsc. Chemistry, University of Nairobi, Products and their Bioactivity, Infectious University of Nairobi, Kenya; PhD up reference laboratories.
Ke nya; Ph D Sy nt h e ti c O rg a n i c Pharmacology; I n d u strial Biote c h nolo gy, Lu n d
Chemistry, Louisiana State University, University, Sweden; Njeri, Wamae
Baton Rouge, USA. Kahiri, Caroline Specialty Areas: molecular biology, Professor of Medical Parasitology,
Specialty Areas: Synthesis and analysis Assistant Professor of Human enzyme technology, Separations Dean, School of Pharmacy & Health
of porphyrins and porphyrin-like Physiology biotechnology, bioanalytical chemistry Sciences,
molecules for use in photodynamic B.Ed. (Sc), M.Sc., University of Nairobi; and chromatographic analysis, lipid B . S c . ( Pa r a s i to l o g y & M e d i c a l
therapy and photodynamic Ph.D. University of Western Ontario, modifications in aqueous and organic Entomology) Bowling Green State
antimicrobial therapy Canada; media, biofuel production technology; University, Ohio, USA; MSPH. (Public
S p e c i a lt y A re a s: R e p ro d u c t iv e Health), Tulane University, New Orleans,
Defersha, Amsalu Degu Physiology, Endocrinology; Muniafu, Maina USA; Ph.D., (Parasitology), Tulane
Lecturer of Clinical Pharmacy Associate Professor of Natural Sciences University, USA;
B. Pharmacy, Jimma Universit y, Kimani, Larry B.Ed. (Sciences), M.Sc., Ph.D., University Specialty Areas: Medical Parasitology,
Ethiopia; M. Pharmacy (Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy of Nairobi, Kenya; Neglected Tropical Diseases, Public
Pharmacy), University of Nairobi;M.Sc. B.Pharmacy, M.Pharmacy (Clinical Specialty Areas: sustainable utilization Health, Lymphatic Filariasis;
(Pharmacology) Addis Ababa University, Pharmacy), University of Nairobi; and development of resources and

Noah, Naumih Natal, South Africa; Ethnopharmacothrapeutics,
Assistant Professor of Analytical/ Specialty Areas: Pharmaceutics, Phytomedicines, Antimicrobial and
Bioanalytical Chemistry Polymer Science, Biomaterials and Anticancer Assays
B.Sc. (Chemistry), University of Nairobi; Material Synthesis for Drug Delivery,
M.Sc. (Chemistry), University of the Transdermal and Nano Drug Delivery,
Ryukyus, Japan; Ph.D. (Chemistry), State Nano medicine;
University of New York at Binghamton,
USA Some, Eliab Seroney
Specialty Areas: Analytical/Bioanalytical Assistant Professor of Epidemiology
Chemistry, Nanochemistry, Biosensors, and Biostatistics
Nanotechnology in Health Care. B.Sc. Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
(MBChB) University of Nairobi; M.Sc.
Nyaribo, Cyprian Public Health (MPH) Hebrew University,
Lecturer of Human Anatomy Israel - Epidemiology & Biostatistics,
B.Sc., M.Sc., Human Anatomy, Kampala Ph.D., London School of Hygiene and
International University; Tropical Medicine, University of London,
Specialty Area: Human Anatomy UK;
S p e cialt y A re a s: Pu b lic H e alth
Obila, James Onyango Epidemiology
Lecturer of Microbiology
B.Sc. Medical Microbiology, Jomo Were, L. Munyendo
Kenyatta University of Agriculture Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics
& Te c h n o l o g y; M . S c . M e d i c a l B.Sc. Chemistry (Hons) - Moi University,
Microbiology, University of Nairobi; Kenya; M.Sc. Medicinal Chemistry -
Specialty Areas: Virology, Immunology; JKUAT, Kenya; PhD. Pharmaceutics
- China Pharmaceutical University,
Omolo, Calvin Andeve Nanjing, China;
Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics Specialty Areas: Formulation Sciences,
B. Phar m, St Jo h n's U nive rs it y B i o m e d i c a l N a n o t e c h n o l o g y,
o f Ta n z a n i a; M . Ph a r m .; Ph . D Physical Pharmacy, Natural Product
(Pharmaceutics), University of KwaZulu-

School of
Science and School Mission Statement
The mission of the School of Science
career and lifelong learning in
their chosen disciplines as well as
Technology
and Technology (SST) is to build and understanding of and appreciation
sustain high quality and broad-based for the interdisciplinary nature of
teaching and research programs knowledge.
in s cience, communic ation and 4. Demonstrate the use of qualitative
technology; to prepare graduates by and quantitative research skills in
The School of Science and Technology is committed equipping them with knowledge, skills, Biomedical, Communication and
to providing high quality programs for students at and attitudes relevant for professional Information technology.
both the undergraduate and graduate level. success in science, communications,
and technology related careers;
5. Apply theories, concepts, and
principles found in biologic and
It fulfills its mission by providing programs with and to provide exemplary service physic al sciences, including a t h o
an international perspective and by emphasizing to the communit y. Fur ther, the
SST is commit ted to promoting
rough grounding i n communication
skills in multicultural and global
the importance of science, technology and the generation, dissemination and perspectives.
communication skills to the global community. application of knowledge of science,
6. D e m o n s t r a t e a t h o r o u g h
communication and technology in
understanding of effective, efficient
Contact: Susan D. Nyambura order to create a better world.
Phone: (+254) 730 116 733 professional and ethical leadership.
E-mail: sst@usiu.ac.ke School Learning Outcomes
1. Develop competence in critical
Prof. Valerie P. Adema thinking, creative skills, use of
Dean, School of Science and Technology technology, creativity and good
Phone: (+254) 730 116 733/705 Communication skills.
Location: 1st Floor, Science Center 2. Provide service to the community:
E-Mail: vadema@usiu.ac.ke ac q u i re p r ac t i c a l wo r k i n
Dr. Patrick K. Wamuyu g experience through participation
Chair, Department of Computing and contribution to positive/good
Phone: (+254) 730 116 166 community and societal causes.
E-Mail: pwamuyu@usiu.ac.ke 3. Demonstrate preparedness for
Academic Programs
Core Values Majors Bachelor of Science in Applied
1. That we integrate and maintain Computer Technology
5. That research is a fundamental tool Undergraduate Programs
the highest ethical, legal, and of inquiry to guide our practices I. Forensic Information Technology
professional standards—that is, in The School of Science and Technology and Cybercrime
and interventions, and strengthen
offers the following undergraduate
integrity in everything we do. This and promote our profes sion. II. Distributed Systems and Mobile
degrees:
is to ensure that every decision we Professionals In technology have Computing
1. Information Systems Technology
make, every action we take must be a responsibilit y to maintain a III. Software Engineering
(B.Sc.)
in the best interest of those we are current understanding of research
2. Applied Computer Technology IV. Networking
chartered to serve. findings and participate in research
(B.Sc.)
2. That the development, application, that examines our older as well as Graduate Programs
and ef fec tive management of contemporary practices. Concentrations 1. Information Systems Technology
technology are fundamental 6. T hat all o u r w o r k , tea c hi n g, The School of Science and Technology (M.Sc.)
elements of modern society. learning, research work, practise & also offers specialization courses in
Concentrations
3. T hat s hare d and reciprocal development are aimed at providing the following areas as relates to the
student’s major: The School of Science and Technology
efforts of individuals, disciplines, a safe and healthy environment.
also offers specialization courses in
organizations and communities 7. That we actively contribute and Bachelor of Science in Information the following areas as relates to the
are an effective means of meeting participate in enriching our various Systems Technology program of study:
the diverse needs of our various communities for posterity. I. Applications
constituencies. Master of Science in Information
II. Networking
4. That commitment to excellence III. Forensic Information Technology Systems Technology
and integrity in our professional and Cybercrime I. Business Information Systems
practices involves lifelong learning, II. Software Engineering
adherence to our code of ethics, and III. Telecommunications and Mobile
the development and support of Computing (ON HOLD)
instructional programs based upon IV. Internet Security and Cybercrime
defined competencies.

REQUIREMENTS FOR INFORMATION e n g ag e t h e m i n c o n d u c t i n g 1. There will be instruction in and INTENSIVE (WI) COURSES
LITERACY INTENSIVE (ILI) COURSES research, organizing and evaluation of Oral Communication-
Cour s es designate d as Wr iting
synthesizing information from Intensive assignments as they relate
Gaining skills in information literacy Intensive expand students' knowledge
multiple sources. to the discipline in which the course
helps students become engaged in by examining complex issues and they
4. Accord s tudent s oppor tunit y is taught.
using a wide variety of information are to advance students' abilities to
to share their research through 2. Every student in the class should reason logically and to write clearly in
sources to expand their knowledge,
presentations and social platforms make at least two oral presentations prose.
ask informed questions, and sharpen
as appropriate as part of the assessed and graded
their critical thinking and thus increases A Writing Intensive Course (WI) should
5. Provide opportunity for students to assignments, and at least one
the opportunities for student self- display the following characteristics:
demonstrate an understanding of of these should be an individual
directed learning. A course that is 1. At least 5,000 written words;
intellectual property, copyright and presentation.
designated as Information Literacy
fair use of information 3. At the start of the class, learners 2. At least four different pieces of
Intensive (ILI) should engage student
should be made familiar with the writing, one of which must be in
in the acquisition of knowledge,
REQUIREMENTS FOR ORAL standard rubric for assessing these class;
information seeking skills, attitude to
exploit information, and competencies INTENSIVE (OI) COURSES presentations 3. A variety of writing assignments,
for academic pursuits and lifelong 4. Part of the instructional modes such as expositor y essays and
An Oral Communication Intensive
learning. should engage students in peer research;
(OI) course incorporates speaking
Such a course should display the and listening as part of learning in any assessment of each other’s work 4. Writing that demonstrates higher
following characteristics: discipline specific course. Its main goal 5. Presentation assignments should order thinking through collecting,
is to improve student’s effectiveness as be discipline specific and cover a analyzing, and evaluating data;
1. Provide oppor tunit y for ever y
student to identify their information speakers and listeners. Such a course variety of modes: aural, oral, tactile, 5. Writing evaluation based on 50
needs, formulate successful search offers explicit instructions in effective kinetic, visual and written. percent on content and 50 percent
strategies and assess search results or al communic ation throughout 6. There will be oppor tunities for on form.
for quality and relevance its instructional features (readings, feedback and revision throughout 6. T i m e l y f e e d b a c k o n w r i t t e n
lectures, class discussions etc.). the course session. assignments
2. Prepare tasks for s tudent s to
critically evaluate information An Oral Communication Intensive 7. The presentations to be graded on 7. Help students to reason logically,
sources for reliabilit y, validit y, cour se should provide multiple a 50% for presentations skills and and write clearly and continuously
authority, and timeliness before opportunities for students to practice 50% content. in prose.
making judgments their oral presentation skills and display
the following characteristics: REQUIREMENTS FOR WRITING
3. Assign students work which will

Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Technology
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Technology is to
prepare students for jobs which demand IT systems and skills.
Today’s industry technology interfaces By the end of the program, the
with business tasks in every function students should be able to:
and department. As such this course 1. Apply algorithmic, mathematical
aims at preparing students for dynamic and s cie ntif ic reas o ning to
fields of mobile, networking, software a v ar iet y of co m p u t at io nal
engineering and forensic security. problems;
Program Learning Outcomes 2. Design integrated software for
In addition to the university-wide organizations;
outcomes of: higher order thinking; 3. Develop applic ations using
oral and written competence; scientific modern tools and techniques;
and technological literacy; global
4. Apply communication and
understanding and multicultural
collaboration skills in information
perspectives; leadership and ethics;
technology projects;
and service to the community, whose
foundation is laid by the General 5. Demonstrate professional
Education Program, the following are standards, behavior and ethics.
the Applied Computer Technology -
specific learning outcomes:

General Education 39 units NSC 2215 Introduction to Physical Concentration Courses 15 Units Networking
Major 96 Units Mechanics A p p lie d C o m p u te r Te c hnolo g y IST 4080 Backend Databases and
s tudent s mus t t ake Sof t ware Structured Query
Lower Division Core Courses 51 Units Upper Division Core Courses 45 units Engineering, Networking, Mobile Language
APT 1020 Introduction to APT 3010 Introduction to Artificial Computing & Distributed Systems or NET 4010 Client-Server and
Programming Using C/ C++ Intelligence Forensic Information Technology and Distributed Systems
APT 1030 Fundamentals of APT 3020 Knowledge-Based Cybercrime as their concentration or NET 4020 Network Management
Programming Languages Systems (ILI) area of specialization. NET 4030 Internet Architecture and
APT 1040 Introduction to Web APT 3040 Object Oriented Design Protocols
Design and Applications and Programming(OI) Distributed Systems & Mobile NET 4040 Telecommunication
APT 1050 Database Systems APT 3050 Introduction to Project Computing Applications
APT 2010 Systems Analysis and Management (ILI) DST 4010 Distributed Systems
Design APT3060 Mobile Programming DST 4020 Mobile computing Forensic Information Technology &
APT 2020 Computer Organization APT 3065 Mid-Term Project (WI) DST 4030 Parallel Computing Cybercrime
APT 2022 Introduction to Assembly APT 3080 Management Information DST 4040 Digital Wireless FIC 4010 Information System
Programming Systems (OI) Communication and Security
APT 2030 Digital Electronics APT 3090 Cryptography and Networks FIC 4020 Forensic Accounting and
APT 2040 Operating Systems Network Security DST 4050 Embedded Real-Time Fraud Investigation
APT 2050 Computer Network and APT 3095 Cloud Computing and Systems FIC 4030 Information Systems Audit
Telecommunication Virtualization FIC 4040 Information Technology &
APT 4900 Applied Computer Software Engineering Cybercrime
APT 2055 Hardware and Software
Technology Project (WI) SFE 4010 Human Computer FIC 4050 Computer Forensics and
Practicum
APT 4910 Applied Computer Interaction Investigation
APT 2060 Data Structures &
Technology Internship SFE 4020 Software Design and
Algorithms
IST 3015 Business Data Analytics Architecture
APT 2080 Introduction to Software
IST 3050 Introduction to Security SFE 4030 Software Testing and
Engineering
Systems Quality Assurance
APT 2090 Computer Graphics
IST 4035 Advanced Web Design SFE 4040 Software Requirements &
and Applications Estimation
Networks
IST 4078 IT Innovation and SFE 4050 Software Process and
MTH 2215 Discrete Mathematics
Entreprenuership Project Management

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Technology
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in IST is to prepare students for jobs in the marketplace which demand IT systems and skills. In today’s industry, technology
interfaces with business tasks in every function and department.
Program Learning Outcomes 5. Manage information systems

In addition to the university wide within their area of specialization;
outcomes of: higher order thinking; 6. Demonstrate professional
oral and written competence; scientific standards, behavior and ethics
and technological literacy; global Degree Requirements 150 units
under s tanding and multicultur al General Education 39 Units
perspectives; leadership and ethics;
and service to the community, whose Major 96 units
foundation is laid by the General Lower Division Core Courses 24 Units
Education Program (see section on APT 1040 Introduction to Web
General Education), the following are Applications and Design
the IST program-specific Learning APT 2055 Hardware and Software
Outcomes which upon completion of Practicum
the IST program, the students will be IST 2010 Computer Organization
able to: and Programming
1. Evaluate information system IST 2030 Fundamentals of
problems in organizations; Programming Languages
2. Apply communication and
Networks
collaboration skills in information
system projects;
Fundamentals and
3. Design information system Programming
solutions for organizations; IST 2060 Introduction to Data
4. Implement information system Structures
solutions in organizations; MTH 2010 Probability & Statistics

Upper Division Core Courses 72 Units Systems (OI) Concentration Courses 15 Units NET 4020 Network Management
APT 3050 Introduction to Project IST 4035 Advanced Web Design IST students must take Applications, NET 4030 Internet Architecture and
Management and Applications Networking or Forensic Information Protocols
APT 3065 Mid-Term Project (WI) IST 4040 Decision Analysis Technology and Cybercrime as their NET 4040 Telecommunication
APT 3080 Management Information IST 4060 Telecommunications and concentration or area of specialization Applications
Systems (OI) Networks IST 4080 Backend Databases
BUS 3010 Business Law IST 4070 Object-Oriented Applications and Structured Query
BUS 3020 Production and Programming (Available only to Information Systems Language
Operations Management IST 4072 Object Oriented Analysis and Technology majors)
BUS 4070 Business Values and Ethics and Design APP 4030 Information Systems Forensic Information and Cybercrime
IST 3005 Application of Social IST 4075 Mobile Applications Engineering FIC 4010 Information System
Media for Business Development APP 4040 Data Structures and Security
IST 3015 Business Data Analytics IST 4078 IT Innovation and Algorithms FIC 4020 Forensic Accounting and
IST 3020 Principles of Operating Entrepreneurship (ILI) APP 4050 Internet Applications Fraud Investigation
Systems IST 4900 Information Technology APP 4070 Advanced Linux FIC 4030 Information Systems Audit
IST 3040 Digital Lab Project (WI) Programming FIC 4040 Information Technology
IST 3050 Introduction to Security IST 4910 Information Systems IST 4080 Backed Databases and Cybercrime
Systems Internship and Structured Query FIC 4050 Computer Forensics and
IST 4020 Systems Analysis and MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing Language Networking Investigation
Design (OI) MGT 3010 Overview of Management NET 4010 Client-Server and
IST 4030 Database Management Practice Distributed Systems
Master of
Mission Statement Prerequisites:
The mission of the MSc. IST program is Students with a first degree in sciences,
to provide a range of knowledge, skills engineering or business studies with
Science in
and abilities in IT security, software limited background in Information
development, busines s sys tems Technology or Computing will be
management and mobile technology. required to take the survey courses
listed for this program.
Information Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the
MIS5010

Data Structures and
Algorithms
Systems
MSc.IST program, the students will be MIS5020 Fundamentals of
able to: Programming
MIS5030 Concepts of Operating
1. Formulate Information System
Systems
Te c h n o l o g y s o l u t i o n s f r o m
Technology
BUS5080 Survey of Information
multidisciplinary perspectives Systems
2. Utilize appropriate skills in the BUS5090 Survey of Business
management of Information Statistics
Technology Systems; BUS5110 Computer Applications
Skills
3. Conceptualize, design and conduct
an Information Systems research
project.

Core Courses: 39 Units Economics of E-Business TMC 6140 Cryptography and
MIS 6010 IT Infrastructure BIS 6150 Enterprise Systems Network Security
MIS 6020 Application Domains of TMC6130 Cloud Computing and MIS 6851 Information Systems
Information Technology Virtualization Project I
MIS 6030 Applications MIS 6851 Information MIS 6852 Information Systems
Development Systems Project I Project II
MIS 6040 Networking and Wireless MIS 6852 Information
Communications Systems Project II Internet Security and Cybercrime (15
MIS 6050 Database Development Units)
Technology Software Development (15 Units) ISC 6110 Network Security and
MIS 6060 Distributed Computing & SWE 6110 Principles of Software Management
Internet Technology Engineering ISC 6120 Advanced Information
MIS 6070 Web Based Information SWE 6120 Human Computer Systems Security
Systems Interface ISC 6130 Computer Forensics and
MIS 6120 Mobile Computing SWE 6130 Mobile Applications Cybercrime
MIS 6130 Information Systems Development ISC 6140 IT Security Techniques
Security, Control and SWE 6140 Group Work in Large and Incident Handling
Audit Scale Software MIS 6851 Information Systems
MIS 6140 Information Development Project I
Systems Strategy and MIS 6851 Information Systems MIS 6852 Information Systems
Management Project I Project II
MIS 6160 I.T. Project Management MIS 6852 Information Systems
MIS 6220 Research Methods Project II
Concentrations: 15 Units Telecommunications and Mobile

Choose one of the following Computing (ON HOLD)
concentrations. TMC 6110 Broadband Network
Architectures and
Business Information Systems (15 Protocols
Units) TMC 6120 Digital Mobile
BIS 6120 Knowledge Management Communications
Systems TMC 6130 Cloud Computing and
BIS 6130 Management and Virtualization
APP: Applications
APP 4030 Information Systems Introduction to design and analysis protocols of the TCP/IP protocol suite. utilities, and user programs. This
Engineering of algorithms. Design techniques: Creating static, dynamic, and active course is taught in a combination of
Concepts of a systems development divide-and-conquer, greedy method, World Wide Web (WWW) documents. lecture and hands-on environment.
methodology. Need for systems dynamic programming; selection of Study of different Web programming Prerequisites: IST3020
development methodology tools and prototypical algorithms; choice of and scripting languages, including Credit: 3 Units
techniques. Systems development life data structures and representations; Java, VB, CGI, ASP, VBScript, CSS,
cycle. Tool and techniques for data, complexity measures: time, space, HTML, XML, Jscript, and Perl. Three
and behavior modeling. Use of case upper, lower bounds, asymptotic tier systems: user interface, business
complex it y; NP- completenes s. logic and data base tiers. Students will
tools. The information engineering
Algorithms and their performance. be expected to build a simple web-
methodology: philosophy, tools and
Data abstraction, queues, linked lists, based information system using a
techniques; centrality of case tools
stacks, trees, graphs, and associated 3-tier solution.
in IE. Prototyping techniques. User
algorithms. Sorting and searching. Prerequisite: IST 4060
participation in systems development:
Implementation of algorithms and data Credit: 3 Units
Rapid Application Development (RAD)
structures in the C++ programming
(e.g. DSDM) and joint Application
language. APP 4070 Advanced Linux
Development (JAD) methods. Object
Prerequisites: IST 4070 Programming
oriented systems analysis and design
Credit: 3 Units Explores advanced concepts of Linux/
(OOAD ): objec t modeling using
UML; Use case scenarios; properties UNIX shell scripting languages. Various
APP 4050 Internet Applications and
of objects and classes; relationship versions of Linux /UNIX shells will
Development
diagrams; Object states and behavior be discussed, including the Bourne,
Review of LAN and WAN technologies. Korn, and bash shells as well as an
using state transition diagrams and
In-depth study of internetworking introduction to Perl, Tk/Tcl, and CGI.
event diagrams; CASE tools in OOAD.
concepts, architec tures, and Students will write shell programs
Soft Systems Methodology. Project
protocols. The Internet protocol (IP) in AIX and Linux environment s.
management tools and techniques.
and the transport control protocol Emphasis will be placed on writing
Prerequisite: IST 4030 ( TCP). Client- ser ver interac tion
Credit: 3 Units scripts to support system and network
and the socket inter face.Network configuration, interfaces for system
programming. Application layer
APP 4040 Data Structures and
Algorithms

APT: Applied Computer Technology
APT 1020: Introduction to to students with little or no previous includes an introduction to JavaScript APT 2010: Systems Analysis and
Programming Using C/C++ experience. Students learn structure, and PHP for adding dynamic features Design
The course teaches programming syntax, logic, and the dif ference with client-side and ser ver-side This course introduces the
by presenting the concepts in the b e t w e e n o b j e c t- o r i e n t e d a n d scripting as a foundation for advanced fundamentals of information systems
context of full working programs and procedural systems methodologies. web technologies courses. analysis and design by covering a
takes an early-objects approach. The Students are introduced to structured Credit: 3 Units variety of current methods, tools,
course emphasizes achieving program programming OOP as well as machine and techniques. The course will cover
organization. A high level language APT 1050: Database Systems
clarity through structured and object- system development activities in the
oriented programming, software reuse such Visual Basic is suggested as The course covers the design and use context of when they typically occur.
and component-oriented software introduc tor y language but other of modern relational databases. Topics Most of the course will be devoted to
construction. languages such as C/C++ may be used include file structures, hierarchical and learning and practicing the techniques
Prerequisite: IST 1020; with justification. network data models in addition to the and processes used by the systems
Credit: 3 Units Prerequisite: APT1020 relational model and relational algebra. analyst at each phase within the
Credit: 3 Units SQL is also introduced. Models for systems development cycle and to
APT 1030: Fundamentals of database design are presented and working as a team to create a system
Programming Languages APT 1040: Introduction to Web compared. Also addressed are current solution for a client.
Design and Applications trends in database including object-
This cour se ac t s as a guide to Prerequisites: IST 1020
understanding computer languages This course will provide a basic oriented and functional models as well Credit: 3 Units
design in general. This course presents understanding of the methods and as distributed databases and database
concepts and structures governing techniques of developing a simple security issues. The course introduces APT 2020: Computer Organization
the design and implementation of to moderately complex web site. the concepts of database design, The course outlines the fundamental
modern programming languages, Using the current standard web page techniques of entity modeling and way in which a computer works: starting
run-time representations of traditional language, students will be instructed structured query languages (SQL).The with simple logic and progressing to a
block struc tured languages, on creating and maintaining a simple course provide students with a strong simple model of a microprocessor. This
t yping systems, abstrac tion and we b site. Af ter t he foundatio n foundation in systematic approaches is followed by an appreciation of low-
procedure mechanisms, and storage language has been established, the to design and implementation of level programming leading to a clear
management. It also introduces aid of a web editor will be introduced. database applications. understanding of the key points of
language design issues and language A second web-based language will be Prerequisites: APT 1030 machine performance.
translators. Course also provides included to further enhance the web Credit: 3 Units Prerequisites: APT 1020
fundamental introduction to computer sites. The course puts emphasis on Credit: 3 Units
programming theory and concepts client-side technologies however; it

APT 2022: Introduction to Assembly APT 2040: Operating Systems troubleshooting, and management. used in problem solving. The course
Programming The course covers the concepts and Prerequisites: APT 2020 introduces the basic data structures
Fundamentals of assembly language architecture of a stored program Credit: 3 Units arrays, records, strings, linked lists,
programming concepts and digital computer system and provides stacks, and queues BTrees, graphs,
APT 2055: Hardware and Software Searching & Sor t techniques and
techniques. Topics include internal an understanding of the characteristics
Practicum the algorithms for manipulating the
representation of data, arithmetic and the operating principles of the
operations, logic statement s, main hardware components of a The general objectives of this course is data structures including analysis
and general assembly language computer system. In addition, the to ensures that the successful students of BIG o notations. Hash technique.
commands. Introduce low level course covers the concepts and will have the important knowledge While data structures are seen as a
language architecture including low fundamentals of the operating systems. and skills necessar y to manage, method of collecting and organizing
level programming and debugging These fundamentals include process maintain, troubleshoot, install, operate large amounts of data, algorithms are
techniques assemblers, linkage editors, management, memory management, and configure of fice computing the means by which the computer
and loaders. Computer architecture, and device management and file equipment, describe computing ef ficiently manipulates the data
i n p u t /o u t p u t p r o g r a m m i n g , management. This course enables technologies, basic principles, adhere structures. Since some implementation
interfacing I/O, subroutine linkage, students to understand how the to professional standards, and use and testing of programs are important
interrupts, and memor y caching. interface between users and machine testing tools. part of algorithms, computer code
Programming assignments using C/ is achieved through system utilities and The course covers PC hardware and has to be exhibited. Therefore, some
C++ and assembly language will be programs. Development of operating peripherals, mobile device hardware, amounts of programming will be
used to reinforce these concepts. systems is also discussed. net working and troubleshooting necessary, especially in C/C++/Java
Prerequisites: APT1030 hardware and network connectivity Prerequisites: APT 1030; MTH 2215
Prerequisites: APT2020
Credit: 3 Units issues, installing and configuring Credit: 3 Units
Credit: 3 Units
operating systems including Windows
APT 2030: Digital Electronics APT 2080: Introduction to Software
APT 2050: Computer Networks and and Linux. It also addresses security,
Engineering
This course describes the basic Telecommunication sof t ware troubleshooting and
integrated circuit building blocks from operational procedures. Software Engineering covers technical
This course covers computer network
which digital circuits and systems are Prerequisite: IST 2045 and non-technical (management)
and co mmunic atio ns co nce pt s,
assembled. This unit is intended to Credit: 3 Units methods, techniques, and practices
principles, components, and practices;
help the students keep pace with the used to develop software-dominated
coverage of common networking
rapid advances made in the field of APT 2060: Data Structures and systems. The course will cover the
standards, topologies, architectures,
Digital Electronics. Algorithms software development process; a
and protocols; design and operational
Prerequisites: MTH 2215; APT 2020 This is the introductory course on survey of techniques and practices
issues surrounding network
Credit: 3 Units data structures and algorithms as u s e d t h r o u g h o u t t h e s of t w a r e
planning, configuration, monitoring,
development process to improve

quality, increase productivity, and proofs and formal notations to enable within the above KM processes and APT 3060 Mobile Programming
reduce risk; and quality assurance students to get the full picture of AI supporting technologies. (ILI) This module develops an
related to dependable systems. easily. AI techniques and algorithms Prerequisite: APT 3010 understanding of the principal ways in
Prerequisites: APT 2010 for solving those problems will be Credit: 3 Units which a mobile computer, or device,
Credit: 3 Units examined. Students will learn about can access a network and includes
the methods and tools that will allow APT 3040 Object Oriented Design
practical laboratory work. Specifically,
APT 2090 Computer Graphics them to build complete systems that and Programming
it aims to develop an understanding
This course is an introduction to can interact intelligently with their This course unit aims to describe what of the design, characteristics and
some of the aspects of computer environment by learning and reasoning object-oriented (OO) software is all operation of a number of networks
graphics through the use of OpenGL ab out t he wor ld. Progr amming about. More specifically, to teach the supporting mobility.
and associated libraries. The course languages such as Lisp, Python, and concepts, tasks and notation (using
The course focuses upon Wireless
will look at many of the aspec ts Theano among others may be used. UML). Introduction to the Design
Local Area networks in the home,
of generating and manipulating 3 Prerequisite: APT2090 Process Improvement Model UML
hotspots and business, and mobile
Dimensional scenes. Other topics Credit: 3 Units Struc tural Modeling Techniques.
computing. A central theme is the
we will cover are the human visual Design Standards (OI)
APT 3020 Knowledge-Based Systems associated protocols including use
system, perception, virtual reality, and Prerequisite: APT 1030 of the Internet Protocol in mobile
visualization. Please note this is NOT The purpose of this course is to provide Credit: 3 Units scenarios. The use of GSM and 3G
a Photoshop or image manipulation students with an understanding of
cellular networks to interconnect
course. We will be looking at the matrix the process of managing generation, APT 3050 Introduction to Project
mobile computing devices is
algebra, calculus, and algorithms acquiring, capturing, sharing, and Management
explained. The module includes
associated with 3D Graphics and will using of corporate knowledge in order The course introduces the students the descriptions of radio propagation
be mathematically oriented. to enhance learning and performance essentials of project management and and antennas related to wireless
Prerequisites:APT 2060 in organizations. An integrated view the project life cycle. Topics include networking
Credit: 3 Units has been adopted in this course project life cycle management, and Prerequisite: APT 3040
t h a t i n c o r p o r a t e s m a n a g e r i a l, all project processes including project
APT 3010 Introduction to Artificial Credit: 3 Units
organizational and technological charter, network diagramming, scope
Intelligence perspectives of Knowledge-Based management, cost management, risk APT 3065 Mid-Term Project
This is an introductor y course on systems and Knowledge Management management, issue management,
Students will undertake an individual
Ar tificial Intelligence. The main (KM). change management, scheduling and
ICT project in the early part of their
purpose of this course is to provide the Special attention will be given to schedule management. (OI)
third year. This will enable students
most fundamental knowledge to the the role that humans play, and the Prerequisite: APT 2010 or IST4020
to employ the tools and techniques
students so that they can understand inter ac tions t hey get involve d, Credit: 3 Units
what the AI is with minimal theoretic

learned so far to solve a real world comprises an introduction to the their strengths and limitations and the will also be exposed to various cloud
problem. The knowledge, tools and foundations, technology and necessary supporting infrastructure. frameworks and libraries as well as gain
techniques will include amongst others applications of Management Prerequisite APT 2050 hands-on experience with public cloud
programming, database technology, Information Systems (MIS). The course Credit: 3 Units services.
net wor k ing, s y s te ms analy s is / emphasizes ‘Systems Thinking;’ i.e., Prerequisite: APT 2050
software engineering, networking, the conceptualization of Information APT3095: Cloud Computing and
Credit: 3 Units
web applications development, mobile Systems as structured configurations Virtualization
computing and project management. of elements behaving collectively to The course will cover the design and APT 4900: Applied Computer
serve the information needs of an implementation of Cloud Computing Technology Project
Students will write a project proposal
organization. (OI) and Virtualization in some detail the
based on either a problem domain This project course utilizes teams and/
Credit: 3 Units skills required to understand standard or individuals working from problem
given by the instructor or identified
by the student. The project will Cloud terminologies/methodologies, requirements and specifications to
APT 3090 Cryptography and
be supervised by the instructor to to implement, maintain, and deliver produce a solution. This requires
Network Security
ensure timelines, quality and student cloud technologies and infrastructures exploration of suitable information
The course introduces the core (e.g. server, network, storage, and technologies to produce a solution
engagement. The deliverable will be
techniques of cr yptography virtualization technologies), and to that improves the problem situation.
a software/hardware product that will
around which securit y and trust understand aspects of IT security and Students/teams will analyze, plan, and
be demonstrated at the end of the
can be constructed, and highlights use of industry best practices related report on the project and implement
semester and a project report.
t he im p lic at io ns of u s ing s uc h to cloud implementations and the a prototype. Students are responsible
The grade will be based on the techniques. It also looks at the entire application of virtualization. for developing a project proposal from
product demonstration and project key management lifec ycle, and
The course will also provide students inception to completion in conjunction
report. The supervisor may require examines the differing requirements
with a thorough treatment of cloud with the assigned instructor. Preference
progress reports during execution of and methodologies for managing
computing and its applicability to is given to software projects.(WI)
the project. (WI) cryptographic keys of different types.
Prerequisite: IST4075 or APT 3060 commercial application development Pre-requisite: Last semester of Senior
The course ends by looking at how
Credit: 3 Units these techniques are applied in as well as research computing needs. year; Completed coursework
various applications and standards, The lectures will cover topics related to Credit: 3 Units
APT 3080 Management Information from VPNs to secure email. The cloud infrastructure and the underlying
Systems distributed storage layers, as well APT 4910: Applied Computer
applications and techniques described
as enabling technologies. Students Technology Internship
Management Information Systems are accompanied by a description of
This 10-week internship/Industrial/

BIS: Business Information Systems
Attachment links the students’ learning BIS6120 Knowledge Management Sp ecial Interes t Groups (SIGs).
with the real world experience to Systems ‘Business’ is understood broadly, to
provide exposure to the practical and include not-for-profit enterprises.
This course provides an understanding
daily operations of an information The emphasis is on bringing together
of the process of managing generation,
technology office, support team, or tec hnic al d evelo p ment s in t his
acquiring, capturing, sharing, and
equivalent. Students are placed within area with organizational responses
using of corporate knowledge in order
a private firm, government institution and initiatives, both through the
to enhance learning and performance
or agency, corporation, industrial/ course content and in the students’
in organizations. An integrated view
commercial organizations so that that collaborative investigations.
has been adopted in this course
they can relate what they have learnt t h a t i n c o r p o r a t e s m a n a g e r i a l, Credit: 3 Units
in the classrooms with actual work organizational and technological
situations. BIS6150 Enterprise Systems
perspectives of KM. Special attention
Pre-requisite: Last semester of Senior will be given to the role that humans This course is designed to provide
year; Completed coursework play, and the inter ac tions they an advanced introduc tion to the
Credit: 3 Units get involve d, wit hin t he ab ove management of enterprise information
KM processes and suppor ting systems EIS - with a specific focus on
technologies. issues related to the interaction between
Credit: 3 Units organization design and the design of
enterprise information systems. We
BIS6130 Management and Economics will explore the relationship between
of E-Business the strategic intents of firms and their
This module combines taught material design of the enterprise information
with teamwork and independent infrastruc ture. The course will be
r e s e a r c h t o g i ve s t u d e n t s t h e executed with an instructor guided
opportunity to understand the key self-learning philosophy, and by design,
business, economic, social, and attempts to strike a balance between
technical implications of e-business, conceptual learning and exposure to
and to investigate and report on a practical issues through a case-based
particular topic within the general pedagogy.
area of e-business by working in Prerequisites: MIS6140
3 Credit Units

DST: Distributed Systems and Mobile Computing
DST 4010: Distributed Systems applications that seamlessly provide by means of metrics for scalability. student will have an understanding
This course covers a broad range of ser vices and data to users. The Prerequisite: DST4010 of these principles and be capable of
topics related to distributed systems. purpose of this course is to of this Credit Units: 3 Units implementing network, protocols and
Distributed systems consist of a set course is to understand the state of applications for personal pervasive
of PCs or workstations connected by the art, the infrastructure needed and DST 4040 Digital Wireless systems.
a network, that run special software the research problems that must be Communication and Networks Prerequisites: DST4010
that allows for transparent sharing of solved. This course introduces the students Credit: 3 Units
the distributed computing resources Prerequisite: APT 3060 & DST4010 to the applied topic of Wireless
Credit: 3 Units DST 4050: Embedded Real Time
and data. Topics include forms of Net wor k s, foc using on ap plie d
Systems
distributed system: loosely and tightly methods, tools and technologies,
DST 4030 Parallel Computing The course introduces the concepts
coupled; Networks and protocols; as well as practical experience in
Distributed file systems: file and This course covers the architecture designing & implementing wireless of distributed real time systems,
direc tor y ser vices, concur renc y and enabling technologies of parallel networks. Topics include hardware, queuing systems, issues of embedded
control, replicated files. computing systems and its innovative s of t w are, d at a, a p p lic at io ns, hardware design.
Prerequisite: APT 2050 applications. The goal of the course to communication, design & installation Prerequisites: DST 4010
Credit: 3 Units introduce the students to the aspects of wireless networks, together with the Credit: 3 Units
of parallel computing: architecture, implementation, performance, security
DST 4020 Mobile Computing programming paradigms, algorithms and limitations of such systems.
In the next decade, we will see the and s tandards. Both tr aditional
The first part of the course explains
emergence of small, mobile devices computer science algorithms (e.g.
about structure of cellular networks,
with some computational and sor ting, searching, and dynamic
telephone ser vices, shor t-range
communication capabilities. These programming algorithms) as well as
wireless networks, and fixed wireless
devices include (but not limited to) scientific computing algorithms (e.g.
technology. The second part of the
sensors for detecting movement of matrix computations) will be covered.
course deals with the concept s,
goods and people, devices that will Students learn how to apply the most
architecture, design, and performance
be put in appliances, PDAs and cell- widely used standards for writing
evaluation of personal area networks
phones. These devices and the wired parallel programs (MPI, Pthreads, and
protocols and applications.
infrastructure will be interconnected OpenMP) and to thoroughly quantify
the performance of parallel programs At the conclusion of this course the
and able to interac t to provide

FIC: Forensic Information Technology and Cybercrime
FIC 4010 Information System Security of fraud and white collar crime in management, security assurance and mechanisms to new regulatory regimes
This course covers fundamental issues business organizations. The student secure design principles, as well as and technological solutions? Additional
and first principles of security and will gain an understanding of the e-commerce security. Issues such as topics include cyber-terrorism, hactivism,
information assurance. The course will various types of fraud as well as how organizational security policy, legal information warfare, and digital forensics.
look at the security policies, models and to detect and prevent these frauds. It and ethical issues in security, standards Prerequisite: FIC 4010
mechanisms related to confidentiality, will explore methods of concealment and methodologies for securit y Credit: 3 Units
integrity, authentication, identification, and discuss various ways of uncovering evaluation and certification will also be
accounting fraud and detec ting covered. FIC 4050: Computer Forensics and
and availabilit y issues related to
creative accounting. It will provide an Prerequisite: FIC 4010 Investigation
information and information systems.
Other topics covered include basics of understanding of how to use trend Credit: 3 Units The Computer Forensics program
cryptography (e.g., digital signatures) analysis of financial statements to provides it s par ticipant s with a
uncover certain types of fraud and the FIC 4040: Information Technology comprehensive understanding of
and network security (e.g., intrusion
role of internal audit assessments. and Cybercrime computer forensics and investigation
detec tion and prevention), r is k
management, security assurance and Prerequisite: FIC 4010 Cybercrime’ course examines how the tools and techniques. All major personal
secure design principles, as well as Credit: 3 Units online world has borne new crimes and computer operating system architectures
e-commerce security. Issues such as law enforcement responses, as well and disk structures will be discussed.
FIC 4030: Information System as investigates how the computer has Participants will learn about the most
organizational security policy, legal
Security become both a target of attack and a tool relevant software and hardware tools,
and ethical issues in security, standards
and methodologies for securit y This course covers fundamental issues for criminal activity. ‘Cybercrime’ explores the importance of digital evidence
evaluation and certification will also be and first principles of security and a number of emerging cybercrimes controls, and how to process crime and
covered. information assurance. The course will (cyber-stalking, hacking, and attacks to incident scenes. Participants can also look
Prerequisite: IST3050 or APT3090 look at the security policies, models and critical infrastructure), and also explores forward to in-depth coverage of key areas
Credit: 3 Units mechanisms related to confidentiality, how old crimes are affected in new like data acquisition, computer forensic
integrity, authentication, identification, mediums (organized crime, electronic analysis, e-mail investigations, image file
FIC 4020 Forensic Accounting and and availabilit y issues related to thef t, por nography, child abuse recovery, and investigative report writing.
Fraud Investigation information and information systems. materials, and peer-to-peer file-sharing Prerequisite: FIC 4010
This is a course in Forensic Accounting Other topics covered include basics of systems). How do nation-states regulate Credit: 3 Units
and Fraud Inves tigation. The cryptography (e.g., digital signatures) criminal activity of those persons and
course will cover aspect of legal, and network security (e.g., intrusion organizations located abroad? How is
psychological and social implications detec tion and prevention), r is k law enforcement shifting from traditional

ISC: Internet Security and Cybercrime
ISC 6110 Network Security and University’s computing facilities and Areas of instruction include various
Management laboratories to provide them with a tools and vulnerabilities of operating
better understanding of computerized systems, software and networks used
This course covers the principles and
security techniques used in practice. by hackers to access unauthorized
foundations of computer and network
Prerequisites: MIS6130 information. This course also addresses
security. It aims at providing students
Credit: 3 Units incident handling methods used when
with understanding the goals, issues,
information security is compromised.
technologies, algorithms and protocols
used in securing computer networks ISC 6130 Computer Forensics and Prerequisites: MIS6130, MIS6140
and as sociated sys tems. It also Cybercrime Credit: 3 Units
provides an understanding of possible This course is intended to provide
security breaches, security risk analysis s tudent s with greater depth of
and mechanisms to protect computer study in a number of key topics in
and network communication systems. the area of computer security in
It also studies an in-depth review of society: cybercrime, computer and
commonly-used security mechanisms net work forensic s, and financial
and techniques, security threats and forensics. The course also involves
network-based attacks. significant practical work involving
Prerequisites: MIS6040 the development and use of forensics
Credit: 3 Units analysis tools.
Pre-requisite MIS6010, MIS6130
ISC 6120 Advanced Information
Credit: 3 Units
Systems Security
This course aims to review concepts, ISC 6140 IT Security Techniques and
theory, methodologies and techniques Incident Handling
in the IS security literature and current
This course introduces students to
practices. Students will undertake
hacking tools and incident handling.
case studies exercises using the

IST: Information Systems and Technology
IST 0999 Computer Competency applications, and information systems. sets, multiprocessors versus single
The objective of the course is to ensure Topics include the use of software, proces sor s; per ipher al devices;
a minimum level of computer usage such as Ms windows, spreadsheet, Operating systems modules –
proficiency. This will include the use of database management, graphics, processes, process management,
a word processor, and a spreadsheet word proces sing and computer memory and file system management;
as well as basic computer concepts. communications via the Internet. examples and contrasts of hardware
Students develop beginning level architectures and operating systems.
Credit: 1 unit
skills with common applications in Introduction to assembly language
IST 1010 Introduction to Information order to use a computer as a tool, fundamentals. Number systems,
Systems make informed decisions concerning machine language, and assembly
computer-generated information, language. Procedure calls, stacks,
Overview of the basic components
and obtain basic information systems interrupts, and traps. Assemblers,
of p ro ces sing s y s te ms, namely
concepts and terminology. Students linkers, and loaders.
environment, software, hardware,
will have substantial hands-on time Prerequisite: IST2230
p e o p l e, b e h a v i o r, t a s k s , a n d
in both dedicated classrooms/labs Credit: 3 Units
connec tivit y. Review of var ious
and open lab environments. This is a
application programs such as word IST2020 Introduction to
general computer literacy course.
processing, spreadsheets, databases Programming
Prerequisites: IST0999 or Pass in
and graphic s, and an operating
Placement Test Introduc tion to programming
system.
Credit: 3 Units techniques and logical constructs. Data
Prerequisite: Pass IST 0999 or pass the
types statements and expressions.
Computer Competency Test. IST 2010 Computer Organization and Decision constructs ( e.g., if-then-else
Credit: 3 Units Programming statements). Repetition and loops.
IST 1020 Introduction to Computers Principles of computer hardware Simple data structures definition
and Information Systems and sof t ware technology will be and manipulation. Str uc tured
presented. Topics will include CPU programming concepts. Introduction
(IS T1010 re p ac ke d fo r IS T a n d
architec ture, memor y, registers, to objec t-oriented programming
APT majors) Emphasis should be
addressing modes, busses, instruction concepts.
o n a d v a n c e f e a t u r e s of Wo r d,
Prerequisite: IST1010
Excel, Access and Power-point. An
Credit: 3 Units
introduction to computer concepts,

IST2040 Information Technology and language design issues and language IST 2050 Electronic Business data structures for implementing
Applications translators. The course provides Strategy, Architecture and Design several ADT’s. It emphasizes the
End- user systems verses organization more thorough understanding of Course focuses on organizational efficiency of algorithms as evaluated
information systems: analysis of why certain programming language strategy and networked information by asymptotic analysis of running time.
knowledge work and its requirements. features provide more support for the technologies to implement a Topics include linear ADTs, hash tables,
Software functionality to suppor t production of reliable programs. rich variet y of busines s models heaps, trees, graphs; sorting, as well
g r o u p p r o d u c t i v i t y. A c c e s s t o Prerequisite: IST1020 connecting individuals, businesses, as algorithm design techniques. The
organiz ation dat a and ex ter nal Credit: 3 Units governments and other organizations programming assignments will be
data. Designing and implementing to each other. The course provides given in the C++ language.
IST 2045 Introduction to Computer Prerequisite: IST2010, IST2030
a user inter f ace using package an introduc tion to e-business
Networks Credit: 3 Units
software. Developing and using small strategy, and the development and
information systems for individuals This course is a gateway to entry- architecture of e-business solutions
level networking jobs and IT careers. IST 2070 Introduction to Computer
and groups using database and expert and their components. Topics will
The course covers, introduction to Hardware and Maintenance
systems software. include: e-commerce economics,
Prerequisite: IST1010 net works, Local Area Net works, business models, value chain This cour se provides advanced
Credit: 3 Units internetworking and transport layers analysis, technology architectures for knowledge and competencies in
focusing primarily on TCP/IP, IPv4 and e-business, design of solutions for the computer hardware maintenance
IST 2030 Fundamentals of IPv6, routing and switching essentials, internet, site design, intranets and and troubleshooting. Emphasis is on
Programming Languages S c a li n g N e t w o r k s, C o n n e c t i n g extranets, EDI, payment systems, configuring and upgrading; diagnosis
This cour se ac t s as a guide to Networks, and an introduction to support for inbound and outbound and troubleshooting; as well as
understanding computer languages Qualit y of Ser vice. The s tudent logistics. Transborder data flows, legal preventive maintenance of hardware
design in general. This course presents will develop a working knowledge and ethical issues, disaster planning and system software.
concepts and structures governing of ro u t i ng, s w i tc hi n g, n e t w o r k and recovery. Prerequisite: IST2010
the design and implementation of applications, protocols, and services. Prerequisite: IST2010, IST2020 Credit: 3 Units
modern programming languages, The students will practice what they Credit: 3 Units
learn on both real equipment and a IST 2230 Introduction to Computer
run-time representations of traditional
network configuration simulation tool. IST 2060 Introduction to Data Fundamentals and Programming
block struc tured languages,
t yping systems, abstrac tion and Pre-requisite: IST 2230 or APT1030 Structures This course will put emphasis on
procedure mechanisms, and storage Credit: 3 Units This course introduces abstract data fundamentals of programming and
management. It also introduces types, and presents algorithms and control structures. The course also

introduces programming in C. Topics students with sustainable tac tics IST 3020 Principles of Operating IST 3030 Computer Programming for
include introduction of rudimentary and savvy communications proven Systems Business
concepts about computers, and the to deliver higher levels of customer Introduction to multiprogramming, time Course focuses on organizational
fundamental methodologies and engagement including strategies that sharing, network operating systems, strategy and networked information
approaches to computer programming drive social media results in a business distributed operating systems, and technologies to implement a
in the C/C++ programming languages. environment. real time systems. Operating systems rich variet y of busines s models
The topic s covered include the Credit: 3 Units architecture: monolithic/ layered / virtual connecting individuals, businesses,
general characteristics of computers, machine/ micro kernels. Organization of governments and other organizations
techniques of problem solving using IST 3015 Business Data Analytics
multiprogramming and multiprocessing to each other. The course provides
the computer, informal methods to This course introduces market-leading systems; interrupts, process model, an introduc tion to e-business
designing algorithms, the C/C++ techniques that help to identify and and interlocks. Resource allocation strategy, and the development and
programming language, and writing, manage key data from business models and problem of deadlocks. architecture of e-business solutions
debugging and testing computer processes. It covers the process of Scheduling, synchronization. Memory and their components. Topics will
programs. In-depth problem solving formulating business objectives, data management: Linking and loading, include: e-commerce economics,
and programming methodologies selection, preparation, and partition shared libraries, swapping. Real memory business models, value chain
using C/C++, considerable emphasis to successfully design, build, evaluate management: mono- programming , analysis, technology architectures for
is put on algorithm design as well as and implement predictive models multiprogramming , partitions. Virtual e-business, design of solutions for the
on programming in C/C++. Design for a variety of practical business memor y: paging segmentation. I/ internet, site design, intranets and
of algorithms before you can write applications. O control, device drivers and device extranets, EDI, payment systems,
programs in C/C++is emphasized. independence. File sys tems: file support for inbound and outbound
Development of explorator y and
Prerequisite: IST1020 concepts, directories, file and directory logistics. Transborder data flows, legal
predictive models for managers and
Credit: 3 Units operations, implementation issues, and ethical issues, disaster planning
business decision-makers. Emphasis
is on analyzing data using statistical disk space management, file storage, and recovery. Creating static dynamic
IST 3005 Application of Social Media
software, visualizing and interpreting directory structure, file protection. and active World Wide Web (WWW)
for Business
the results of those analyses and Laboratory to include experiments and documents. Study of different Web
Students will learn how to apply exercises in Unix, Linux, and Windows programming and scripting languages,
translating results into clear and simple
social media for business and online NT. including Java. Students will be
insights to aid managerial decision
marketing for the business owners, Prerequisite: IST2010 expected to build a simple web-based
making.
manager or entrepreneur, how to Credit: 3 units information system.
Prerequisite: MTH 2010
boost social networking IQ, and equip Prerequisite: IST2010
Credit: 3 Units

Credit: 3 Units detec tion and prevention), r is k c o m p u te r s u p p o r t fo r s y s te m s
management, security assurance and development / methodologies; system
IST3040 Digital Lab
The course looks at The course teaches student s to
secure design principles, as well as
e-commerce security. Issues such as
implementation and its relationship to
the construction and delivery phases
the security policies, assemble/setup and upgrade personal organizational security policy, legal and of the life cycle. (OI)
ethical issues in security, standards and
models and computer systems; diagnose and
isolate faulty components; optimize methodologies for security evaluation
Prerequisites: IST3020
Credit: 3 Units
mechanisms related system per formance; and install/
connect peripherals. In addition the
and certification are also covered. (ILI)
Prerequisite: IST2010 IST 4030 Data management systems
to confidentiality, students will be able use development Credit: 3 Units Data structures and file organization;
integrity, kits such as Raspberry Pie and Arduino
boards for programming simple IST 4010 Advanced Information
data description languages.
Integration of disk access time, block
authentication, interfaces. Systems
size, file structure, normal forms, linked
identification, Prerequisite: IST2010; IST3020
Credit: 3 Units
Overview of executive information
systems, exper t systems, and
lists, query types, tree structures,
and performance specifications into
and availability IST 3050 Introduction to Security
distributed systems at the operational, the data base; design of relational
tactical and strategic levels; includes
issues related Systems user/system interac tion, systems
database management sys tems,
characteristics of vendor supplied
to information This introduc tor y course covers
fundamental issues and first principles
planning, hardware and software,
management, maintenance, security,
database software packages. (OI)
Prerequisites: IST 4020
and information of security and information assurance. and evaluation. Credit: 3 Units
systems. The course looks at the securit y
policies, models and mechanisms
Prerequisite: IST 2040
Credit: 3 Units IST 4035 Advanced Web Design and
related to confidentiality, integrity, Applications
a u t h e n t i c a t i o n, i d e n t i f i c a t i o n, IST 4020 Systems Analysis and
T his Mo d ule e mb r aces a b road
and availabilit y issues related to Design
spectrum of ideas and techniques
information and information systems. Concepts, philosophies, and trends associated with information systems
Other topics covered include basics of in sys tems analysis and design; and information management on the
cryptography (e.g., digital signatures) systems development life c ycle; world wide web. Students are taken
and network security (e.g., intrusion process modeling and prototyping; from an introduction to the basic

principles of how the w w w works Third party enhancements to WBIS: management, security and evaluation. components. Files and streams.
and the basic technologies and ideas e-commerce, cybercarts. Web based Prerequisite: IST2040 Prerequisites: IST 2060 and IST3020
underpinning it through to discussions IS in organisations: implications for Credit: 3 Units Credit: 3 Units
of what the implications are for working working practices and the organisation IST 4060: Telecommunications and
prac tices and the organisation of of work. (OI) Networks IST4072 Object-Oriented Analysis
information. The background and Prerequisite: APT1040 Over views of telecommunications and Design
development of the World Wide Web Credit: 3 Units fundamentals, including the structure of Object oriented analysis and design
from a sociotechnical perspective; local and international telephone networks, course present s an introduc tion
its significance from an operational IST 4040 Decision Analysis
data networks and integrated services to the design and construction of
perspec tive. The development of Characterization of decision models digital networks. In-depth study of layered software systems using techniques
client-server computing architectures under risk and uncertainty; analysis communication architectures in local area that view a system as a set of objects
and the parallel developments in wide of tr ans p or t ation, alloc ation, networks (LANs) and wide area networks that work together to realize the
area networking. Current and ongoing and dis tr ibution problems with (WANs). International telecommunication system’s functionality. The course
developments; e.g. the 'Wireless Web', mathematical programming; queuing standards and standards organizations. emphasis on deeper investigation
MBone (Multicast Backbone). Protocols and simulation models; decision Installation, configuration, integration, into object-oriented principles, object
and languages including tcp/ip, http, suppor t systems for quantitative and management of networks and will identification and analysis, design
https, html, xml, xhtml. Appreciation analysis of manufacturing and service be practiced. pat terns and metrics for objec t-
of the role of Open DataBase Connect operations; fundamentals of expert Prerequisites: IST 4020 oriented systems. The course examine
and Java DataBase Connect drivers; systems and intelligent decision Credit: 3 Units the fundamental objec t-oriented
Common Objec t Request Broker support systems. analysis , unified modeling language
Architecture.The variety of processing Prerequisite: MTH 2010 IST 4070 Object-Oriented (UML) and design techniques and show
styles available: Common Gateway Credit: 3 Units Programming how decisions made during analysis
I nte r f ace, A c t i ve S e r ve r Pag e s, and design impact the implementation
I nt r o d u c t io n to a d v a n c e d d at a
Client- and Server-side processing. IST4050 Global Information Systems
structures and algorithms - arrays, of software systems.
T h e t h r e e - t i e r p a r a d ig m: Dat a, Over view of trans-national Prerequisites: IST 4020
records, lists, and trees, and associated
Business and User services. Mapping telecommunications, teleprocessing, Credit: 3 Units
methods for data manipulations.
Information System requirements onto data communications and distributed In-depth study of object-oriented
WBIS. Appropriate object oriented information systems at operational, IST 4075 Mobile Applications
programming: definition of objects
development methodologies. Web- tactical and strategic levels; distributed Development
and classes and methods. Graphic
page and Web-site development tools. systems, hardware, software, design, classes and graphical user interface Today’s applications are increasingly

mobile. Computers are no longer database systems and the Electronic Commerce and Electronic Credit: 3 Units
confined to desks and laps but instead applications development tools. Business. Managing Hardware Assets;
live in our pockets and hands. This Independent business application Managing Software Assets; Managing IST 6030 Telecommunications and
course teaches students how to build d evelo p me nt p roje c t including Data Resources. Telecommunications Network Applications
mobile apps for Android, iOS, and requirements analysis, design and and Net works; the Inter net and Students will be exposed to review
Windows 8, the trinity that is today’s implementation, and presentation the New Information Technology of L AN and WAN technologies,
mobile operating platforms. Students (oral and written). (WI) Infrastruc ture. Redesigning the local and international networks and
learn to write both web apps and native Prerequisite: IST 4060 and IST 4070 Organization with Information Systems; telecommunication standards. Course
apps for Android using Eclipse and Credits: 3 Units Understanding the Business Value will include discussions on significance
the Android SDK, to write native apps of Systems and Managing Change. of network management on business
for iPhones, iPod Touches, and iPads IST 4910 Information Systems Managing Knowledge: Knowledge operations and decision making.
using Xcode and the iOS SDK, and Internship Work and Ar tificial Intelligence. Prerequisite: IST 6000
to write web apps for both platforms. Internship in a IS/ IT related department Enhancing Management Decision Credit: 3 Units
The course also touches on Windows in an organization like Internet Service Making. Information Systems Security
8 application programming, so as Providers, computers companies, and Control. Ethical and Social Impact IST 6060 Managing Electronic
to provide students with a stepping parastatals, research organizations, of Information Systems; Managing Business
stone for application development in business organizations, banks, universities, International Information Systems. Introduc tion to e - Busines s and
the mobile operating system of their Schools, NGO or any other organization Prerequisite: BUS 5080 e-Commerce, Internet and World Wide
choice. Additional topics covered approved by faculty department chair or Credit: 3 Units Web Development, e-Business and
include application deployment and Dean. A minimum of 120 hours is required. e-Commerce Overview,e-Business
availability on the corresponding IST 6020 Data and Information
(Grading is credit/ no credit) Models,
app stores and markets, application Services Management
Prerequisite: IST 4060 and IST 4070 Building an e -Business: Design,
security, efficient power management, This course discusses the utilization
Credits: 3 Units Development and Management.
and mobile device security. a n d d evelo p me nt of co m p u te r
Online Monetary Transactions: Credit-
Credit: 3 Units IST 6000 Information Systems systems to manage data assets of
Card Transactions. Digital Currency.
Management the organization. Issues in harnessing
IST 4900 Information Systems Project e-Wallets. Peer-to-Peer Payments.
Managing the Digital Firm. Information data repositories, database resources,
Micropayment s. Business-to -
Contemporar y development s in internal and external information feeds
Systems in the Enterprise; Information Business (B2B) Transactions. e-Billing.
the present ation of manager ial will be discussed.
Systems, Organizations, Management, Developing Payment Standards.
information. Trends in relational Prerequisite: IST 6000
and Str ategy; the Digit al Fir m: Internet Hardware, Sof tware and

Communications. Internet Security. or technology organization (private
I n t e r n e t M a r ke t i n g: B r a n d i n g . firm, not-for-profit organization, or
Inter net Mar keting Research, government agency).
e-Business Advertising, e-Business Prerequisite: BUS 6220
Public Relations. Business-to- Credit: 3 Units
Business (B2B) Marketing on the
We b. S ear c h Engi n e s . Af f iliate
Programs. e-Customer Relationship
Management. Legal Issues: Privacy
on the Internet. Cybercrime. Internet
Taxation. Regulating the Internet on an
International Level.
Prerequisite: IST 6000, IST 6030
Credit: 3 Units
IST 6710 Informational and

Technology Management Internship
Directed internship in a private firm
or not-for-profit organization, or a
government agency for experience in
the practical application of information
and technology.
Credit: 3 Units
IST 6850 Information and Technology

Management Project
Independent study under the direction
of a faculty supervisor. Projects may
include library or empirical research
or analysis and written repor t on
an appropriate information and/

MIS: Management Information Systems
MIS 5010 Data Structures & method of collecting and organizing programming theory and concepts
Algorithms large amounts of data, algorithms are to students with little or no previous
This course leads to the understanding the means by which the computer experience. Students learn structure,
of the Stacking, Queuing to go for ef ficiently manipulates the data syntax, logic, and the dif ference
Arrays and linked lists. It leads to learn structures. Since some implementation b e t w e e n o b j e c t- o r i e n t e d a n d
relevant applications of data structure, and testing of programs are important procedural systems methodologies.
algorithms, and evaluations of data part of algorithms, computer code Students are introduced to structured
structure against criteria and gives has to be exhibited. Therefore, some programming OOP as well as machine
proper approach to learn dynamical amounts of programming will be organization. A high level language
algorithms, minimum spanning tree necessary, especially in C/C++/Java such Visual Basic is suggested as
and overview of Huffman encoding. Prerequisites: None introduc tor y language but other
Credit: 3 Units languages such as C/C++ may be used
The course also provides fundamental with justification.
MIS 5020 Fundamentals of Prerequisite: None
introduction to computer programming Programming Languages Credit: 3 Units
theory and concepts to students with little This cour se ac t s as a guide to
MIS 5030 Concepts of Operating
or no previous experience. understanding computer languages
design in general. This course presents
Systems
concepts and structures governing The course covers the concepts and
This is the introductory course on architecture of a stored program
the design and implementation of
data structures and algorithms as digital computer system and provides
modern programming languages,
used in problem solving. The course an understanding of the characteristics
run-time representations of traditional
introduces the basic data structures and the operating principles of the
block struc tured languages,
arrays, records, strings, linked lists, main hardware components of a
t yping systems, abstrac tion and
stacks, and queues BTrees, graphs, computer system. In addition, the
procedure mechanisms, and storage
Searching & Sor t techniques and course covers the concepts and
management. It also introduces
the algorithms for manipulating the fundamentals of the operating systems.
language design issues and language
data structures including analysis These fundamentals include process
translators.
of BIG o notations. Hash technique. management, memory management,
While data structures are seen as a The course also provides fundamental
and device management and file
introduction to computer
management. This course enables
students to understand how the

interface between users and machine relationships with customers, suppliers, exclusively as an object-oriented The course explains concepts and
is achieved through system utilities and and employees are digitally enabled language. All code is written inside techniques and uses several code
programs. Development of operating and mediated; The course is designed a class, and everything is an object, examples as a pedagogical tool.
systems is also discussed. to enable students develop a critical with the exception of the primitive Prerequisites: MIS5010
Credit: 3 Units view of how Information Technology is data types (integers, floating-point Credit: 3 Units
implemented and used within different n u m b e r s, B o o l ea n v al u e s, a n d
MIS 6010 IT Infrastructure o r g a ni z a t i o n s a n d 'a p p li c a t i o n charac ters). The course teaches MIS 6040 Networking and Wireless
This course is a study of the evolution domains' as well as understand various student show to create, compile, and Communications
of computer architecture and the ethical issues raised from a local and execute a Java program using an SDK. Computer networks are collections of
factors influencing the design of global perspective. The term 'domain' It describes Java’s built-in data types autonomous computers, for example
hardware and sof tware elements is used to signify areas of use of IT for manipulating strings, integers, the Internet. These networks have
of computer systems. Topics may and the term 'application' to signify real numbers, and Booleans. It then a variety of applications including
include: ins tr uc tion set design; focus on how it is applied in specific introduces Java structures for control business, home and mobile users.
processor micro-architecture and contexts. In addition, the course flow, including if-else statements, while Companies use net works and
pipelining; cache and virtual memory introduces Infor mation sys tems' loops, and for loops. It then considers computers for resource sharing and
organizations; protection and sharing; students to the concepts and practices the array data structure for organizing communication with the client-server
I/O and interrupts; in-order and out-of- of technology entrepreneurial thinking large quantities of data, then moves to model, email, VOIP and e-commerce.
order superscalar architectures; VLIW and entrepreneurship by teaching discuss input and output abstractions Homes contain many net worked
machines; vector supercomputers; life skills in entrepreneurial thought (f ro m co m ma n d - line inp u t a n d devices, including computers and
multithreaded architec tures; and action that students can utilize standard output) to include standard TVs connected to the Internet by
symmetric multiprocessors; memory in starting technology companies. input, standard drawing, and standard cable, DSL, wireless amongst others.
m o d e l s a n d s y n c h r o n i z a t i o n; audio. More advanced concepts Home users communicate via social
Prerequisites:or Co-requisite: MIS6010
embedded systems; and parallel like event driven programming, networks, consume contentlike video
Credit: 3 Units
computers. swing component s, inheritance, and transac tonline, and may use
Credit: 3 Units MIS 6030 Applications Development encapsulation, file handling, web and applications based on the peer-to-
database programming are introduced peer model in which there are no fixed
The syntax of Java is largely derived
MIS 6020 Application Domains of in a progressive manner. The course
from C++ but unlike C++, which clients and servers. Some application
Information Technology will use balanced examples and
combines the syntax for structured, use the peer-to-peer model in which
This course will study the characteristics explanatory discussion, with numerous there are no fixed clients and servers.
gener ic, and objec t- or iented
of a digital firm including how business additional programming projects. For mobile users, tablets, laptops,
programming, Java was built almost

and s mar t p ho nes are p o p ular on experience with state-of-the-art
devices which use WiFi hotspots and commercial relational and object-
3G cellular for wireless connectivity. oriented database technology and
Mobile users communicate using voice learn to use SQL.
and texts, consume content including Prerequisite: MIS6020
video and Web, and use sensors like Credit: 3 Units
the GPS. All these applications raise
social issues like network neutrality, MIS 6060 Distributed Computing &
privacy, cybercrime, theft, Anonymity, Internet Technology
censorship. This course addresses the Knowledge of, the principles and
key issues underlying the technical practice underlying the design of
aspects of creating networks with distributed systems, both Internet-
a special treatment for wireless based and other wise. Student s
networks. It also addresses network would learn distributed systems
security issues. techniques developed over the last
Prerequisites: MIS6010 two to three decades, such as inter
Credit: 3 Units process communication and remote
invocation, distributed naming,
MIS 6050 Database Development cryptographic security, distributed
Technology file systems, data Replication and
Course covers relational database distributed transaction mechanisms,
technology and focuses on design provide the run-time, infrastructure
of database applications to solve s u p p o r t i n g t o d ay ’s n e t w o r ke d
business problems Database systems, computer applications. Background
design techniques and their use in and history of networking and the
organizations. It makes use of case Internet, network architectures. It also
studies to illustrate database systems covers the range of specializations
use for strategic and operational within distributed computing such as
decision making. Emerging Networks and protocols, networked
technologies and their applications will multimedia systems, Mobile and
be covered. Students will get hands-

MIS 6120 Mobile Computing information as a resource, access
wireless computing. Exploration of
the web as a true client/server and This module develops an control, information risk analysis, The course focuses
distributed computing environment
would assist in the understanding of
understanding of the principal ways in contingency planning, information
tec hnology s ys tems, t hreat s to
upon Wireless Local
concepts and their applications to real
which a mobile computer, or device,
can access a network and includes information systems security, data Area networks in
world problems. Remote procedure
calls (RPC), lightweight distributed
practical laboratory work. Specifically, security legislation, database systems
and associated security, procedures for
the home, hotspots
it aims to develop an understanding
o bje c t s, an d s e c ur it y is s ue s in of the design, characteristics and secure information flow, classification and business, and
distributed computing are also to be
covered.
operation of a number of networks
suppor ting mobilit y. The course
s ys tems, doc ument and record
storage, case studies of information mobile computing.
Credit: 3 Units focuses upon Wireless Local Area tec hnolog y s ys tems and ab us e
networks in the home, hotspots and including fraud, industrial espionage,
MIS 6070 Web-Based Information confidentiality and privacy breaches, concepts, characteristics and factors,
business, and mobile computing. particularly from technological and
Systems dat a protec tion and copyr ight,
A central theme is the associated non-technological perspectives, that
This course will cover the latest protocols including use of the Internet and ethical issues associated with
information security. are likely to impact the effectiveness
techniques for building scalable Protocol in mobile scenarios. The
Prerequisite: MIS6040 and success of information systems
Internet systems such as search engines use of GSM and 3G cellular networks in business environments. The aim
and electronic commerce systems. to interconnect mobile computing Credit: 3 Units
of the course is therefore to provide
Lectures cover material drawn from devices is explained. The module
MIS 6140 Information Systems students with a balanced view and
various books and research papers in i n c l u d e s d e s c r i p t i o n s of r a d i o
Strategy and Management deeper understanding of developing
the field of client-server programming, propagation and antennas related to information systems strategy and
Internet-database connectivity, data wireless networking. This course approaches information
managing information systems
mining and information retrieval. Prerequisite: MIS6030 systems from the executive
from organizational and technical
Student s will complete projec t s Credit: 3 Units and operational management
perspec tives so that they have a
that build functional web sites with perspective. It assumes a familiarity
theoretically sound, but nevertheless
advanced functions. Most projects MIS 6130 Information Systems with the fundamentals of business
practically oriented foundation, from
are done using Java servlet enterprise Security, Control and Audit and infor mation sys tems from a
which to successfully tackle information
computing platforms. This unit covers the basic principles technological point of view, as would
systems projec t s, initiatives and
Prerequisites: MIS6030, MIS6050 and techniques used to protec t be covered in a foundation course
implementations.
Credit: 3 Units information. The areas covered are: in this area. The emphasis of the
Credit: 3 Units
defining, identifying and classifying course will be on understanding

MIS 6160 I.T. Project Management MIS 6170 Object Oriented In addition, the course introduces MIS 6850 Dissertation/Project
T his co ur s e cover s t he f ac tor s Techniques Information systems’ students to the (Information Systems)
necessary for successful management I n t r o d u c t i o n: O b j e c t o r i e n t e d concepts and practices of technology The purpose of this course is to
of information systems development or concepts: Objects; Class; Abstraction; entrepreneurial thinking and guide students in developing their
enhancement projects. Both technical E n c a p s u l a t i o n; Po l y m o r p h i s m; entrepreneurship by teaching life skills thesis proposals and strategies for
and behavioral aspects of project I n h e r i t a n c e; D y n a mi c b i n d i n g; in entrepreneurial thought and action appropriate and productive critical
management are applied within the Message passing; Arrays; Methods that students can utilize in starting research, prior to the formal thesis.
context of an information systems Advanced Java programming technology companies or executing The course assumes that formulating
development project. concepts and tools for electronic R&D projects in large companies. a topic, planning research, doing
commerce and enterprise Credit: 3 Units research and designing are all activities
Various topics will be covered and
will include: Managing the system life applications. Servlets, Java server that inform each other on an ongoing
MIS 6220 Research Methods
cycle, system and database integration pages, and XML for web ser ver basis, that the relationship between
systems. Enterprise JavaBeans for The course is designed to review these activities is iterative rather than
issues, network management, project
session and entity management. research methodology associated linear. The course will thus initiate
tracking, metrics, system performance
Client side applets, JDBC database with various types of projects and students to all aspects of the thesis
evaluation, managing expectations of
manipulation, security, and other statistical analysis. Examines research project simultaneously and seamlessly.
managers, clients, team members, and
advanced topics. planning and implementation process Credit: 3 Units
others, determining skill requirements
Credit: 3 Units including identification of research
and s taf fing, cos t- ef fec tiveness MIS 6861 Information Systems
problem and formulation of research
analysis, reporting and presentation Project I
MIS 6171 Information Technology questions, literature review, data
t e c h ni q u e s, r i s k m a n a g e m e n t ,
Ethics and Entrepreneurship collection and data analysis methods, The purpose of this course is to guide
management of behavior al and
The course will give an insight into and dissemination of research findings. students in developing their research
technical aspects of the project,
the development and need for issues Also included is an emphasis on the proposals and strategies so as to
change management, software tools
regarding social, legal, privacy and use of appropriate statistical package carry out productive research and
for project tracking and monitoring
the application of computer ethics to to analyze descriptive and inferential is a follow up to MIS6220 (Research
and team collaboration techniques
information technology. Also some statistics. The major objective is to Methods). The course assumes that
and tools.
ethical theories as well as moral develop a projec t proposal on a formulating a topic, planning research,
Credit: 3 Units
problems within infor matic s are relevant IST topic. doing research and designing are all
discussed from a global point of view. Prerequisite: MIS6020 activities that inform each other on an
Credit: 3 Units ongoing basis, that the relationship

MTH: Mathematics
between these activities is iterative MTH 1105 Algebra in Practical

rather than linear. The course will thus Context
initiate students to all aspects of the Study of various topics in algebra
project seamlessly. Consequently, the including properties of real numbers,
course will cover the following sections linear equations, and inequalities;
of the student's project: Chapter 1 polynomials, rational expressions,
(Introduction); Chapter 2 (Literature exponentials and roots, quadratics
Review) and Chapter 3 (Methodology). equations, systems of linear equations;
Prerequisites: MIS6220 & MIS6160 applications of algebra to everyday
Credit: 3 Units problems. MTH 1115 Algebra and Trigonometry basic probability, and elementary
Credit: 3 Units Elementar y algebraic and simulations will be s tudied and
MIS 6852 Information Systems transcendental functions and the applied.
Project II MTH 1109 College Algebra universe; graphs; the solution of linear, Prerequisite: Knowledge of basic
This course is a progression of MIS 6851 Concepts and theories in modern quadratic, logarithmic, exponential algebra and passing the Mathematics
and provides the student an avenue algebra with emphasis on functions, and trigonometric identities. Placement Exam.
to develop the proposed solution to graphical methods, and theory of Prerequisite: MTH 1105 (or pass Credit: 3 Units
the identified problem or need as was equations; includes study of quadratic Mathematics Placement Examination)
MTH 1305 Calculus for Business and
articulated in the final product of MIS equations, complex variables, and one year of high school geometry
the Behavioural Sciences
6851. Consequently, the course will systems of equations and inequalities, Credit: 3 Units
focus on the following sections of the polynomial functions, logarithmic and A course in elementary differential
student's project: Chapter 4 (System exponential functions, arithmetic and MTH 1205 Introduction to and integral calculus that stresses
Implementation / Model), Chapter 5 geometric progressions. Mathematical Modelling applications in business, the behavioral
(Results and Findings) and Chapter Prerequisite: MTH 1105 or pass A course on mathematical functions sciences, and related areas. Limits,
6 (Discussions, Conclusions and Mathematics Placement Examination. and how to use them to model real derivatives, and integrals will be
Credit: 3 Units world systems. Models will be drawn defined and applied to elementary
Recommendations).
from business, ecology, economics functions.
Prerequisites: MIS6851
and other areas. Matrices, polynomial Prerequisite: At least two years of
Credit: 3 Units
func tions, sequences and series, high school algebra and passing the
exponential and logarithmic functions, Mathematics Placement Exam.
Credit: 3 Units

NET: Networking
MTH 2010 Probability and Statistics MTH 2215 Discrete Mathematics NET 4010 Client-Server and NET 4030 Internet Architecture and
Po p ulat io n a n d s a m p le s ize s, It introduces the foundations of discrete Distributed Systems Protocols
classification of data, data tabulation, mathematics as they apply to computer Review of the strategic perspective In-depth study of internetworking
and graphical representation. Data science, focusing on providing a solid fo r i m p l e m e nt i n g c lie nt- s e r ve r concepts, architectures, and protocols.
aggregation measures: mean, median, theoretical foundation for further work. computing. Sur vey of client- The Internet protocol (IP) and the
mode, spread range, variances and Topics include functions, relations, sets, server database servers. Database transpor t control protocol (TCP).
co variances. Quartiles, percentiles, simple proof techniques, concepts of programming languages and tools for Client-ser ver interac tion and the
standard deviation. Definition of Boolean algebra, propositional logic, developing client-server applications. socket interface. Application layer
probability. Sample spaces and events. digital logic, elementar y number Distributed databases, distributed protocols of the TCP/IP protocol suite.
Conditional probabilit y. Random theory, complex numbers, and the systems hardware, software, design, Creating static dynamic and active
variables, Poisson, exponential, and fundamentals of counting, set theory, management, security and evaluation. World Wide Web (WWW) documents.
normal distributions. Markov and permutations& combinations and Prerequisite: IST4060 or APT 2050 Study of different Web programming
Chebychev inequalities. Limit theorems. gr aph theor y. The cour se gives Credit: 3 Units and scripting languages, including
Bi-variate distributions, correlation and students a basic understanding of Java. Students will be expected to
regression. mathematical struc tures that are NET 4020 Network Management build a simple web-based information
Prerequisite: MTH1109 fundamentally discrete that enables. Review of LAN and WAN technologies. system.
Credit 3units Prerequisites: MTH1109 Network organization. Managing of Prerequisites: NET 4010
Credit: 3 Units telecommunication networks, cost- Credit: 3 Units
MTH 2210 Introduction to Applied benefit analysis, and evaluation of
Statistics MTH 3301 Foundations of different network options. Managing NET 4040 Telecommunication
Descriptive statistics, measures of Mathematics the Internet. Simple Net work Applications
central tendency and dispersion, Comparisons of mathematical systems Management Protocol. Web-based Review of: modulation techniques and
skewness, moments and kurtosis, and with emphasis on the real numbers, net wor k management. Net wor k bandwidth. Noise, attenuation, and
correlation. numeration systems, and their historical management software and network crosstalk. Guided transmission media.
Prerequisite: MTH1109 development; topics in geometry, set monitoring tools. Unguided transmission media. Traditional
Credit: 3 Units theory, and probability and statistics Prerequisites: NET 4010 telephone services. Telephone network
Prerequisite: MTH1109 Credit: 3 Units data ser vices. Digital transmission
Credit: 3 Units s y s t e m s . Te l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s

co nne c t io ns . Phy s ic al to p olo g y.
Telecommunications transmission
methods. Telecommunications signal
compression. Telecommunications and
television services. The race for television
services. Television technology. Video
recorders and players. Cable television.
Digital television. High-speed data
services. Packet switching and internet
access. Internet protocols and connectivity.
Broadband services with local loops.
Broadband services with coaxial cable.
Broadband services with dbs satellite.
Virtual private networking. X.25 services.
Frame relay services. Frame relay and x.25
comparisons. VPNs for small business.
Prerequisite: NET 4010
Credit: 3 Units

SFE: Software Engineering
SFE 4010 Human Computer SFE 4020 Software Design and The course covers essential aspects
Interaction Architecture of software requirements; elicitation
The emphasis of this course is on St u d y of f u n d a m e nt a l d e s ig n technique, requirements analysis;
fundamentals of human-machine concepts, design notations, and software quality attributes; software
i nte r f ace s, b ot h co g ni t i ve a n d requirements management principles
architectural design methods for
physical. Learning styles and effects and practices. Software estimation
of short-term memory on cognition large-scale software systems. Several
design methods are presented and components, size estimation. Effort,
and reaction will affect hardware and
sof t ware development. Students compared, with examples of their use. schedule and Cost Estimation models.
will design a prototype inter face. Concepts such as information hiding Tools for Requirements Management
This course covers: Introduction to data abstraction, concurrency, and and Estimation Requirements
the interdisciplinary area of Human object-oriented software construction Management Tools
Computer Interac tion (HCI); the Prerequisite: SFE 4010
are discussed in depth. Students
underlying principles of psychology, Credit: 3 Units
par ticipate in a group project on
Learning styles and effects of short-term software design.
SFE 4050 Software Process and
memory on cognition and reaction will affect Prerequisite: SFE 4010
Credit: 3 Units
Project Management
hardware and software development. The course addresses the aspects
SFE 4030 Software Testing and of sof t ware process and projec t
computer science and ergonomics Quality Assurance management. Topics include: Software
that influence theory and practice Process Maturity Software maturity
of HCI design and usage; specific Topics include methods of testing,
verification and validation, quality Framework; Process Reference Models
topics will include: models of human
information processing, organizational assurance processes and techniques, Capability Maturity Model; Software
s t r u c t u r e s a n d s o c i o - t e c h ni c a l methods and types of testing, and ISO Project Management Renaissance
approaches to information system 9000/SEI CMM process evaluation. Conventional Software Management;
design; design principles for dialogue Prerequisite SFE 4010 Project Planning Software Life Cycle
management; issues of systems user- Models; Project Tracking and Control
Credit: 3 Units
ability; hypertext; natural language issues.
p r o c e s s i n g; v i r t u al r e ali t y a n d Prerequisite: SFE 4010
SFE 4040 Software Requirements
multimedia applications
and Estimation Credit: 3 Units units
Prerequisite: APT 2080
Credit: 3 Units

SWE: Software Development
SWE 6110 Principles of Software sciences, design and several other

Engineering fields of study. Interaction between
This course present s a broad users and computers occurs at the user
perspective of software engineering, interface (or simply interface), which
focusing on the proces ses and includes both software and hardware;
techniques fundamental to the creation for example, characters or objects
of reliable, software systems. It covers displayed by software on a personal
computer’s monitor, input received applications on mobile and wireless SWE 6140 Group Work in Large Scale
agile methods and software reuse,
from users via hardware peripherals computing plat forms. Android Software Development
along with coverage of ‘traditional’
such as keyboards and mouses, and will be used as a basis for teaching Students will work in groups, and will
plan-driven software engineering,
other user interactions with large-scale programming techniques and design be supplied a minimal specification by
gives students the most up-to-date
computerized systems such as aircraft patterns related to the development the course instructor who will act as a
view of the field currently available.
and power plants. of s t andalone applic ations and customer/client. The students will be
Practical case studies, a full set of easy-
Prerequisites: MIS6030 mobile por tals to enterprise and provided with guidance on a range
to-access supplements, and extensive
Credit: 3 Units m-commerce systems. Emphasis is of suitable techniques appropriate
web resources make teaching the
placed on the processes, tools and for gaining an understanding of the
course easier. Students will emerge SWE 6130 Mobile Applications
Development frameworks required to develop problem and undertaking the systems
equipped to lead a programming
applications for current and emerging development task. This guidance will
project and deliver products on time Mobile Application Development
mobile computing devices. Students be via classroom lecture, Blackboard
and within budget. aims to teach students how to
will work at all stages of the software e-learning platform and recommended
Prerequisites: MIS6030 develop mobile applications using the
development life-cycle from inception readings. Students will be encouraged
Credit: 3 Units Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition (J2ME).
through to implementation and to undertake independent exploration
The course focuses on the Connected
SWE 6120 Human Computer testing. In doing so, students will be of these techniques. Thus this module
Limited Device Configuration (CLDC)
Interface required to consider the impact of user aims to simulate the demands of a real
and Mobile Information Device Profile
characteristics, device capabilities, world development situation.
Human– computer interac tion (MIDP) of J2ME. Students will also
net working infrastruc ture and
(HCI) is the study, planning and learn how to architect and develop Prerequisites: MIS6160
deployment environment, in order to
design of the interaction between enterprise applications using J2ME, Credit: 3 Units
develop software capable of meeting
people (users) and computers. It is XML, JDBC, Servlets and JSP/JSTL
the requirements of stakeholders.
often regarded as the intersection upon finishing this course. This course
Prerequisite: MIS6120
of computer science, behavioral is concerned with the development of
Credit: 3 Units

SYS: System Security and Audit
SYS 4010 Information Security SYS 4030 Information Security SYS 4040 Advanced Information test facility, and concurrent auditing
Management Forensics and Incidence Response Systems Audit techniques. Technology audit reviews
T hi s i nt ro d uc e s p r i nc ip le s a n d Te a c h e s c o m p u t e r f o r e n s i c T hi s i s a n a d v a n c e d co u r s e o n of the audit requirements for such
fundamentals of the information investigation techniques for Management of information systems technologies as LANs, EDI, and expert
and system security. The content colle c t ing co m p u te r- relate d a u d i t a n d t h e ev a l u a t i o n of I T systems are also discussed as are
is designed to address the rapidly evidence at the physical layer from management. Analysis and review Legal and professional requirements
growing global problems of securing a variet y of digital media, (hard of internal controls in contemporary and computer abuse/fraud auditing.
computer information. drives, compac t flash and PDAs) computer installations and applications A review of future IS audit techniques,
Prerequisite: IST3050 and performing analysis at the file are important in the systems audit. methodologies, research and social
Credit: 3 Units system layer. The course includes use of basic and implications is presented.
Prerequisite: SYS 4020 advanced information systems audit Prerequisite: IST3050; IST4020
SYS 4020 Cryptography and Credit: 3 Units te c hniq ue s and met ho d olo gie s, Credit: 3 Units
Network Security including audit software, integrated
The course covers theory and practice
of computer security, focusing in
par ticular on the security aspects
of the web and Internet. It surveys
cryptographic tools used to provide
security, such as shared key encryption
(DES, 3DES, RC-4/5/6, etc.); public key
encryption, key exchange, and digital
signature (Diffie-Hellmann, RSA, DSS,
etc.). It then reviews how these tools
are utilized in the internet protocols and
applications such as SSL/TLS, IPSEC,
Kerberos, PGP, S/MIME, SET, and others
(including wireless). System security
issues, such as viruses, intrusion, and
firewalls, will also be covered.
Prerequisite: IST3050; IST4060
Credit: 3 Units

TMC: Telecommunications and Mobile Computing
TMC 6110 Broadband Network TMC 6120 Digital Mobile TMC 6140 Cryptography and to the successful use of cryptographic
Architectures and Protocols Communications Network Security services. Comprehensive, up-to-date
The fundamental operation This course introduces the In this age of universal electronic coverage of IP Security. IPSec is one
of computer networks and principles and techniques of mobile connectivity, viruses and hackers, of the most complex, and important
communication protocols. Local and communic ations with par ticular e le c t ro nic eave s d ro p p i ng, a n d new net work securit y standards.
large scale networks. Principles and emphasis on GSM networks. It covers electronic fraud, security is paramount. The course covers wireless network
practice of computer networking, with infrastructure, protocols, multiplexing This course provides a prac tical Security and PGP and S/MIME for
technologies, signaling, call set-up, electronic mail security. Other topics
an emphasis on data communications approach of net work securit y
data structures, system design and include federated identity, HTTPS,
and local area network technologies applications and standards, with an
environmental considerations. It Secure Shell (SSH), wireless network
and design. Wireless and mobile also covers 3G high speed mobile emphasis on applications that are
communication systems, protocols and widely used on the Internet and for security, IPsec, legal and ethical issues
communications, which offer services
associated technologies. Local and corporate networks. and SNMP security;
such as mobile internet and video in
large area networks. The overall aims Credit: 3 Units
addition to voice and message/data This course provides a practical survey
of course are the advanced education communications. of net work securit y applications
of students intending to develop a Credit: 3 Units and standards, with an emphasis on
rich knowledge of modern electronic applications that are widely used on the
communication systems, from devices, TMC 6130 Cloud Computing and
Virtualization Internet and for corporate networks.
to systems, networks, protocols and The course teaches an up-to-date
their security and the development of This graduate-level course covers
survey of cryptography, authentication,
expertise which will enable to handle advanced topics on cloud computing
and digital signatures which gives the
problems in modern digital era. and data centers, with emphases
on dat a center net wor king and students a solid yet concise overview
The course teaches the operational virtualization. Homework assignments of the fundamental algorithms and
principles of optical fiber and a project assignment will be tec hniq ues und er lying net wor k
communication systems and given to help student develop a security. It includes an Integrated,
examines how optical networks are better understanding of data center comprehensive, up-to-date coverage
used to provide the next generation networking technologies, and practice of Internet-based security tools and
broadband infrastructure. V ir t ual Mac hine ( V M) c reatio n, applications. It includes a unified,
Credit: 3 Units configuration and programming. comprehensive treatment of mutual
Prerequisites: MIS6040 trust topics - Key management and user
Credits: 3 Units authentication which are fundamental

School of Science & Technology Faculty Profile
Adema, Valerie P. Chege, Gerald W. Specialty Areas: Computer networks Technology
Professor of Genetics, Assistant Professor of Information and data transmission, information B.Ed. (Sci) Egerton University. M.Sc.
Dean, School of Science & Technology Systems systems management , ICT diffusion (Management Information Systems)
B.Sc. (Biology) Egerton University, B.Sc., M.Sc., University of Nairobi; Ph.D., & infusion, evaluation of information University of Nairobi.
Kenya; MPhil. (Plant Pathology), University of York. systems, ICT applications for SMEs,
Specialty Areas: Software engineering
MBA (Strategic Management), Moi computer & information security,
Specialty Areas: systems development,
University; Ph.D., (Applied Biosciences), knowledge management, capacity Musuva, Paula M.W
data base systems and computer
Hiroshima Prefecture University, Japan; building, e-health and e-learning. Lecturer of Forensic Information
networks.
Specialty Areas: Gene Science, Technology
Machoka, Phillip Gichaba
Mushroom Science, Microbiology Githinji, Stanley M.
Lecturer of Information Systems and Msc Network Systems , University
Lecturer, Information Security and of Sunderland UK; BSc. Computer
Adejoke, Emmanuel Jadesola Technology
Forensics Science, Jomo Kenyatta University of
Assistant Professor of Software B.Sc. (Management Information
B.Sc. (Applied Computer Science) Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).
Engineering Sy s t e m s), M BA , U n i t e d S t a t e s
Daystar University; M.Sc. (Information Specialty areas:
B.Sc.(Computer Science), University International University - Africa;
Technology-Security and Audit)
of Lagos; M.Sc. (Computer Science), Specialty Areas: Computer Forensics,
Strathmo re U nive rs it y; Ph.D. Specialty Areas:
University of Agriculture, Nigeria; Ph.D. Information Security, IT Audit, Cyber-
(Information Systems), University of crime;
(Computer Science), University of Ilorin; Mbogho, Audrey Julia Walegwa
South Africa;
Specialty Areas: Associate Professor of Machine
Specialty Areas: Information Security Namuye, Silvester A.
and forensics;Electronic Security Learning
Afundi, Patrick Associate Professor of Information
Integration and Distributed Systems B.Sc. (Computer Science), M.Sc.
Lecturer of Information Systems & Systems and Technology
(Computer Science), City College of the
Technology City University of New York, B. Ed. (Science), M.Sc. (Physics),
Macharia, Jimmy K. N.
B.Sc. University of Nairobi; MBA, USIU- USA; Ph.D (Computer Science) City University of Nairobi; Ph.D. (Computing),
Associate Professor of Information
Africa; University of New York; Lancaster University.
Systems and Technology
Specialty Areas: business information Specialty Areas: Machine Learning; Specialty Areas: Distributed multimedia
systems, internet and web technologies B.Ed., M.Sc. (Mathematics), Kenyatta
computing and internet applications;
University; M.Sc. (Computer Science)
Mutanu, Leah Mwaura
University of Adelaide. Ph.D., North
Lecturer of Information Systems &
West University.

Ndiege, Joshua Rumo Process and Information Assurance) algebra to students and developing Engineering), Makerere University,
Assistant Professor, Information Systems students’ self- efficacy in Mathematics. Uganda;
B .C o m m e r c e, M . E - C o m m e r c e, Odendo, Moses Ambasa Specialty Area: Computer Networking
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University; M Assistant Professor of Mathematics Okello, Gabriel O.
Commerce (Information Systems), Ph.D. B.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics), Kenyatta Lecturer of Mathematics and Statistics, Wamuyu, Patrick Kanyi
(Information Systems) University of Fort University; M.Sc. (Education), Leeds B Ed. (Science), Egerton University, Assistant Professor of Information
Hare, South Africa; University, UK; M.Sc. (Biometry), University of Nairobi; Technology
Specialty Areas: Informatics, ICT4D, ICT Specialty Areas: Mathematics and M.Sc. (Research Methods), Jomo B.A (Mathematics and Economics),
Adoption; Statistics Kenyatta University of Agriculture University of Nairobi; M.Sc. (Computer
and Technology; M.Sc. Management Applications), Kenyatta University; Ph.D.
Ndirangu, Dalton K. Okanda, Paul M. and Organizational Development, (Information Systems and Technology),
Lecturer of Information Systems and Associate Professor of Information USIU-Africa; Ph.D. (Biostatistics), Moi University of KwaZulu-Natal, South
Technology Science and Technology University; Africa.
B.Sc. University of Nairobi; M.Sc. B.Sc. (Computer Science), Egerton Specialty Areas: Biostatistics and Specialty Areas: Mobile and Ubiquitous
(Computer Science) National University University; Ph.D. (Distributed Systems), Mathematical Modelling; Computing, Multimedia Tools and
of Science and Technology. Lancaster University. Ap plications, Human- Computer
Rao, Jonnalagadda Venkateswara Interaction.
Specialty Area: software engineering Specialty areas: Web Technology,
Professor of Mathematics
Nyagwencha, Justus Nyamweya Web Services, Middleware, Cloud
B.Sc. (Maths) - Nagarjuna University; Wetiba, Johnson Kwanusu
Assistant Professor of Software Computing, Mobile and Ubiquitous
M.Sc. (Maths) - Andhra University; Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Engineering C o m p u t i n g , B u s i n e s s Pr o c e s s
M.Phil. (Maths) - Alagappa University; B.A. (Mathematics), Bluffton University,
Civil Engineering (Jomo Kenyatta Reengineering (BPR), E-systems, Open
PhD - Nagarjuna University; Bluffton, Ohio; M.S. (Mathematics),
Source Systems;
University of Agriculture & Technology); Specialty Areas: Prairie View A&M University, USA; Ph.D.
BSc. (IT), MSc. (Computer Science), (Biostatistics), Tulane University, USA;
Jackson State University, USA; Ph.D., Okello, Nadezhda Pavlovna Sensalire, Mariam Specialty A reas: Experimental Design,
(Co mp ute r Scie nce & Sof t ware Lecturer of Mathematics Assistant Professor of Data Analysis, Machine Learning
Engineering), Auburn University, USA; M.Sc. (Mathe matic s, Physic s, Telecommunications and Networks
Specialty Areas: ( Human Computer Astronomy). B. S c .( I nfo r m ati o n Sy s te m s a n d
I nte rac tio n, Clo u d Co m p uti ng - Technology, USIU - Africa; M.Sc.
Specialt y A reas: Improving the
Computer Collaborative Work, Software (Computer Science), Ph.D (Software
pedagogy focus of delivering college

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ACADEMIC CATALOG

“ Intelligence plus character-

Sub-division of Student Affairs

Sub-division of Academic Affairs

Admissions and Financial Aid

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Undergraduate Academic Policies 63

Graduate Academic Policies

Intelligence plus character- “ General Education

School of Communication, Cinematic &

School of Graduate Studies, Research &

School of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

School of Science & Technology

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T h e USI U - A f r i c a ex p e r i e n c e i s experiences and relationships. can impact the world.

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Principal Secretary President Emerita,

Ms. Phyllis Wakiaga Ms. Carole Kariuki Rudolph A. Johnson, III

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Prof. Rwekaza Sympho Mukandala

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Other Key Administrators

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To be a premier institution of academic

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High order thinking Preparedness for career

Literacy Leadership and ethics

Global understanding and multicultural perspective Community service and development

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IN NAIROBI formal curricula and the experiences

For additional information please

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The Sub-Division of Student Affairs is DEAN OF STUDENTS

Mr. Robert Onsarigo SENIOR STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER

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Dr. Sylvia Ogola

Dr. Oliver Amwayi

Dr. A. Atieno Adala

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Information learning, individual learning, informal

location, making it the intellectual a range of services which include

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reporting of complaints so that a rapid harassment or retaliation for reporting