May 20, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

Graduate Courses


A list of graduate courses in alphabetical order.

 
  
  • ACCY 505 - Financial Accounting Concepts


    Introduction to the nature, uses, and limitations of financial accounting information. Financial accounting concepts presented from the viewpoint of the user. Problems and cases used to emphasize the kinds of financial accounting information relevant for decision making. Open to students with fewer than 6 semester hours in accounting, or by consent of department. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 206 and ACCY 505.

    Credits: 2
  
  • ACCY 507 - Managerial Accounting Principles


    Introduction to the study of the information required for decision making in management planning and control systems. Theory and application of product costing, operational control, cost allocation, and performance evaluation for manufacturing, merchandising, and service organizations. Topics include cost-volume-profit analysis, standard costing, budgeting, job order costing, activity based costing, and process costing. Open to students with fewer than 4 semester hours in accounting, or by consent of the department. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 207 and ACCY 507.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ACCY 206 or ACCY 505 or equivalent or consent of department.

    Credits: 2
  
  • ACCY 509 - Taxes and Financial Planning


    Study of introductory concepts in tax and estate planning. Topics include income tax fundamentals and calculations for a variety of taxpayers, tax reduction and management techniques, wealth transfer tax compliance and planning, and other relevant topics. Not open to students with credit in either ACCY 309 or ACCY 455. Not open to accountancy majors. A student must earn a grade of B or better in a financial accounting concepts course completed within the five years immediately prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 510 - Accounting Information Systems


    Study of organizational accounting information systems that capture information from the major business processes and transaction cycles. Emphasis on how these information systems serve as the basis for the functional areas of accounting and business, including internal controls, databases and other information technologies through a case study approach. Not available for Phase Two credit in the M.A.S., M.B.A., or M.S.T. programs. A student may not receive credit for ACCY 310 and ACCY 510. A student must earn a grade of C or better in both a financial accounting concepts course and a managerial accounting concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 515 - Data Analytics in Accounting


    Study of the use of accounting data to identify, analyze, and solve business problems. Examines the processes needed to develop, report, and analyze accounting data and the business risks related to data collection, storage, and use. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 415 and ACCY 515. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an accounting information systems course, two intermediate financial accounting courses, and an assurance services course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 520 - Intermediate Cost Management


    Study of managers’ use of accounting information for decision making in manufacturing and service organizations. Topics include budgeting, cost estimation, cost allocation, cost-volume-profit analysis, non-routine decision making, transfer pricing, performance measurement, and the use of Excel for modeling business decisions. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 320 and ACCY 520. A student must earn a C or better in a managerial accounting concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 521 - Advanced Cost Management


    Study of advanced topics related to managers’ use of accounting information for management planning and control systems. Topics include advanced costing techniques, division performance measurement, customer profitability analysis, incentive systems, and other contemporary cost management issues. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 421 and ACCY 521. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate cost management course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 531 - Financial Reporting I


    Study of financial accounting and reporting issues, including the conceptual framework, balance sheet and income statement preparation, revenue recognition, time value of money, monetary assets, inventories, plant assets, current liabilities, and long-term debt. Employ authoritative sources in researching accounting issues. Not available for Phase Two credit in the M.A.S., M.B.A., or M.S.T. programs. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 331 and ACCY 531. A student must earn a grade of C or better in a financial accounting concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 532 - Financial Reporting II


    Study of financial accounting and reporting issues, including accounting for income taxes, pension and other benefit plans, leases, earnings per share, accounting changes, stockholders’ equity, investments, and statement of cash flows. Employ authoritative sources in researching accounting issues. Not available for Phase Two credit in the M.A.S., M.B.A., or M.S.T. programs. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 332 and ACCY 532. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting I course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 533 - Financial Reporting III


    Study of financial accounting and reporting issues, including accounting for business combinations, consolidated financial statements, conversion of foreign financial statements, foreign currency denominated transactions, and derivatives and hedging activities. Employ authoritative sources in researching accounting issues. A student may receive credit for only one of the following: ACCY 433, ACCY 533, or ACCY 633. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting II course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 535 - SEC Reporting and Corporate Governance


    Examination of topics related to the origin, nature, and legal framework of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC); SEC registration and reporting; the requirements, procedures, and responsibilities of being a public company; and the theory and practice of corporate governance. Students may not receive credit for both ACCY 435 and ACCY 535. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting I course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 550 - Principles of Taxation


    Study of basic concepts of federal income taxation related to business entities and individuals. Includes the study of property transactions. Not available for Phase Two credit in the M.A.S., M.B.A., and M.S.T. programs. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 450 and ACCY 550. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting I course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 555 - Individual Taxation


    Comprehensive study of the concepts of federal income taxation and the tax rules that apply to individuals. Examination of the principles that provide the framework for the federal income tax system, including income, deductions, basic business operations, and property transactions. Not available for Phase Two credit in the M.A.S., M.B.A., or M.S.T. programs. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 455 and ACCY 555. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting I course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 556 - Advanced Federal Taxes


    Study of federal taxes imposed on business entities with emphasis on corporations, partnerships, and S corporations. Also includes an overview of tax research techniques. A student may receive credit for only one of the following: ACCY 456, ACCY 556, ACCY 644, or ACCY 650. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 557 - Accounting for Public Administration


    Crosslisted as PSPA 657X. Survey of governmental and other public sector accounting for non-accounting majors. Topics include an introduction to accounting, budgeting, auditing, and financial statement analysis as applied to state and local governments, hospitals, colleges, universities, and other nonprofit organizations. Designed for M.P.A. students, but other graduate students may be admitted with consent of the Division of Public Administration or the Department of Accountancy.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 560 - Assurance Services


    Study of assurance services including auditing and attestation. Emphasis on underlying concepts, standards, and procedures associated with assurance services, including engagement planning, risk assessment, internal control testing, evidence gathering and documentation, and communication of findings. Not available for Phase Two credit in the M.A.S., M.B.A., and M.S.T. programs. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 360 and ACCY 560. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an accounting information systems course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 562 - Internal Auditing


    Study of internal audit objectives, processes and reporting. Topics include internal audit standards, internal controls, risk assessment, risk-based audit procedures, documentation, and communications. Employ authoritative sources to examine ethical issues, emerging issues, and industry specific issues. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 462 and ACCY 562. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an assurance services course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 565 - Forensic Accounting/Fraud Examination


    Study of fraud detection and control from the perspective of public, internal, and private accountants. Topics include principles and standards for fraud-specific examination, fraud-specific internal control systems, and proactive and reactive investigative techniques. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 465 and ACCY 565. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting I course and an assurance services course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 580 - Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting


    Study of state and local government accounting; not-for-profit organization accounting including tax issues and industry specific issues in healthcare and colleges and universities; Government Auditing Standards and the Single Audit Act; and federal government accounting. Students may not receive credit for both ACCY 480 and ACCY 580. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting I course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 604 - Independent Study in Accounting


    Open to students qualified to do individual study in accounting. Not for credit on the thesis. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. Not available for S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A grade of C or better in a graduate accounting research course, 21 semester hours of accounting, and consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • ACCY 605 - Independent Study in Taxation


    Independent study under supervision of a member of the graduate tax faculty of topics not covered in regular course offerings. Not available for S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A grade of C or better in a graduate tax research course and consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • ACCY 611 - Advanced Accounting Information Systems


    In-depth study of advanced accounting information system concepts and applications with emphasis on impact of database systems and advanced technology in accounting systems. Hands-on individual and small group projects with accounting applications in real-world settings. Students may not receive credit for both ACCY 411 and ACCY 611. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an accounting information systems course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 622 - Managerial Accounting Analysis and Decision-making


    Study of concepts and practice related to the preparation and use of accounting information for planning, decision-making, and control purposes. Examination of costing systems and information with an emphasis on data analysis and use of appropriate technology. A student must earn a grade of C or better in a managerial accounting course and complete 6 semester hours of accountancy course work prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 630 - Managerial Accounting Concepts


    Uses of accounting information in interpreting, coordinating, and implementing management’s policies, in measuring and evaluating performance, and in tactical and strategic planning for future business activity. Not open to students with more than 9 semester hours of accounting except by consent of department. A student must earn a grade of C or better in a financial accounting concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 633 - Advanced Financial Reporting


    Accounting and reporting issues related to business combinations, equity method accounting for investments, consolidation of financial statements, recording foreign currency denominated transactions, and conversion of foreign currency denominated financial statements. Introduction to the use of derivative financial instruments to mitigate risks and the requirements for hedge accounting. A student may receive credit for only one of the following: ACCY 433, ACCY 533, or ACCY 633. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting II course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 634 - Financial Accounting Theory


    Study of the conceptual and theoretical aspects of financial accounting and the economic environment of accounting. Students analyze the existing conceptual framework of accounting and apply that framework to current significant accounting problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: 21 semester hours of accounting or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 640 - Financial Statement Analysis and Cost Management


    Study of the use of accounting information for both investors and managers for planning, decision-making and control of organizations. Focuses on the use of accounting information for strategic decision-making in manufacturing and service organizations as well as those seeking a broad understanding of accounting and financial reporting as it relates to shareholders, creditors, managers and other users of financial information. Not available for credit in the M.A.S. or M.A.C. programs. Not open to students with more than 9 semester hours of accounting except by consent of the department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 644 - Advanced Taxation


    Study of the federal income taxation of business entities. Emphasis on corporations, partnerships and S-corporations and includes property transactions. A student may receive credit for only one of the following: ACCY 450, ACCY 550, ACCY 644, or ACCY 650. Not available for Phase II credit in the MAS program. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting II course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 645 - Professional Tax Research


    Study of the legal tax research process with emphasis on the effective use of an electronic tax research service. Students complete several individual research projects designed to emphasize the evaluation of various tax authorities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 646 - Tax Practice and Procedure


    Study of the structure, powers, and procedures of the Internal Revenue Service, and examination of the practice of tax and the representation of taxpayers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 647 - Corporate Taxation


    Study of federal income taxation of corporations and shareholders with emphasis on transactions between the corporation and its shareholders. Topics include corporate organizations, corporate operations, distributions to shareholders, stock redemptions, and corporate liquidations. A student may receive credit for only one of the following: ACCY 456, ACCY 556, ACCY 647, ACCY 650.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 648 - Advanced Corporate Taxation


    Study of the federal income taxation of corporate reorganizations, carryover of tax attributes, and additional advanced corporate tax topics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A grade of C or better in ACCY 647 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 649 - Taxation of Flow-through Entities


    Study of the federal income taxation of partnerships and S-corporations, with emphasis on the tax laws related to the formations, operations, allocations, distributions, liquidations, and sales/exchanges of partnership and S-corporation interests.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 650 - Advanced Issues in Taxation


    Continuation of ACCY 450. Study of advanced concepts of federal taxation as it applies to business entities. Introduction to jurisdictional tax issues and gift and estate taxation. A student may receive credit for only one of the following: ACCY 456, ACCY 556, ACCY 644, ACCY 647, ACCY 650. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 651 - Federal Estate and Gift Taxation


    Study of the federal estate and gift tax laws with emphasis on the preparation of related tax returns. Exploration of tax-planning techniques designed to minimize transfer taxes and ensure the orderly transfer of assets to succeeding generations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 652 - Taxation of Estates and Trusts


    Study of federal income taxation of estates and trusts with emphasis on the preparation of fiduciary income tax returns and the use of trusts in tax planning to minimize income, estate, and gift taxes.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 653 - Accounting for Income Taxes


    Study of the accounting for and reporting of income taxes in financial statements. Discussions focus on issues that arise in practice due to uncertainty in the underlying tax law as it relates to domestic, international, multistate, and acquisition-related activities and how financial statement tax liabilities are reported on tax returns. A framework for exercising judgment to appropriately address such uncertainties is also provided.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 654 - Special Tax Topics


    Study of selected topics of current interest. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies. Enrollment may take place in any combination of semesters, including multiple enrollments during a single semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • ACCY 655 - International Taxation


    Study of U.S. laws that have tax implications for international transactions. Emphasis on U.S. taxation of multinational operations and taxation of foreign persons in the U.S.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A grade of C or better in ACCY 647 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 656 - Tax Concepts and Property Transactions


    Study of the conceptual foundations of the federal income tax system and the appropriate tax treatment of a variety of property transactions, focusing on key federal tax statutes, regulations, rulings, and case law. Topics include loss limitations, characterization of gain/(loss), like-kind exchanges, and involuntary conversions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 657 - Taxation of Compensation and Benefits


    Study of tax rules and reporting requirements related to current compensation; fringe benefits; qualified plans, including pension plans, profit-sharing plans, and stock bonus plans; nonqualified deferred compensation; stock options; individual retirement accounts; and retirement plan distributions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 658 - State and Local Taxation


    Study of the nature and purpose of state and local taxation including examination of income, property, and excise taxes imposed at the state level on business enterprises. Covers constitutional, jurisdictional, apportionment, multistate, and other issues, with current trends and law changes.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 659 - Tax Accounting Methods and Periods


    Study of timing issues related to federal income taxation including adoption of changes in accounting periods, cash, accrual, and installment methods of accounting, and tax consequences of changing accounting methods. Study of other common law doctrines involving transactional concepts including claim of right, tax benefit, and duty of consistency. Study of tax policy as it relates to “fairness,” economic growth, simplicity, enforcement, and review of various tax reform alternatives.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A student must earn a grade of C or better in an income tax concepts course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 660 - Advanced Partnership Taxation


    Study of advanced topics and planning issues related to federal income taxation of partnerships and partners. Advanced issues related to the operation of and distributions from partnerships; specific rules for the taxation of limited liability companies and their members, section 704(c) allocations, family partnerships, disguised sales, payments to retiring partners, and the use of partnerships by corporations in joint ventures.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A grade of C or better in ACCY 649 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 661 - Advanced State and Local Taxation


    Study of advanced state and local tax issues affecting business organizations. Topics include trends in asserting tax jurisdiction via economic nexus and agency relationships, changing apportionment factors, taxing flow-through entities, transaction taxes, credits and incentives, and other current trends and controversies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A grade of C or better in ACCY 658 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 664 - Financial Statement Auditing


    In-depth analysis of financial statement auditing topics with attention to audit theory and professional standards. Topics include professional responsibilities of financial statement auditors, the impact of regulation on auditing, risk assessment, audit planning, audit process and evidence, and preparation of audit reports. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an intermediate financial reporting I course, an intermediate financial reporting II course, and an assurance services course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 667 - Information Systems Auditing


    Study of the auditing of computer-based accounting information systems with a focus on control and security. Topics include information technology as it relates to assurance services, internal control assessments, and evidence-gathering activities. A student may not receive credit for both ACCY 467 and ACCY 667. A student must earn a grade of C or better in an assurance services course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 670 - Accounting Research


    Examination of the methods of inquiry and research and development of competence in professional writing. Includes outside readings in those areas and written reports of selected accounting literature. Major paper required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: 18 semester hours of accounting or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 672 - Professional Development Skills in Accounting


    Study and practice of professional development skills in an accounting context with a focus on issues related to critical thinking, communication, and influence. Class activities highlight key applications of academic work related to professional development and provide opportunities to develop professional skills critical for success in the accounting profession.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 673 - Internship in Accountancy


    Full-time work during the fall, spring, or summer, in the accountancy/financial function of a sponsoring organization. Students submit periodic reports to the Department of Accountancy internship coordinator.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Completion of both college and department Phase One requirements and consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 675 - Data Analytics and Decision Making in Accounting


    Examination of the role accounting professionals play in judgment and decision making in organizations. Draws upon both economic and behavioral theories to develop critical thinking and decision making skills. Examines the use of data and data analytics in accounting decision making. Development of statistical models to predict and evaluate accounting information. Challenges students to operate effectively with ambiguity, embrace change, and pursue creative techniques to communicate complex accounting concepts to non-accounting managers. A student must earn a C or better in an intermediate financial accounting II class prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 676 - Data Analytics and Decision Making in Taxation


    Examination of the use of data analysis as both an investigative tool and a graphic medium for communicating business information. Challenges students to build their data and analytic competency to become less reactive and more proactive so they can embrace change, operate with ambiguity, and pursue creative techniques to communicate complex information within and beyond the tax department. Focuses on ensuring the quality of data and its impact on strategic decision.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A grade of C or better in ACCY 644 or consent of the department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 677 - Advanced Data Analytics and Decision Making in Taxation


    Advanced examination of the use of technology to identify and solve tax problems for the firm. Relies heavily on the use of communication skills and decision making to propose unique and innovative solutions that require the manipulation of large amounts of data. Focuses on effective communication of actionable tax and business strategies for organizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: A grade of C or better in ACCY 676 or consent of the department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 679 - Seminar in Accounting


    Study of theories, principles, practices, and procedures in all areas of accounting. Independent and group investigation of problems of special interest in the field of accounting. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours with departmental approval.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: 21 semester hours of accounting or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 680 - Advanced Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting


    Designed for students interested in careers in federal, state, or local governmental units, or in not-for-profit organizations. Internal management of government and not-for-profit organizations, budgeting/financial management, systems applications, internal controls, GNP audit issues, not-for-profit tax issues, and financial statement analysis. A student must earn a grade of C or better in a governmental and not-for-profit accounting course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 682 - International Accounting


    An examination of the aspects of accounting which apply to multinational business and to practice outside of the United States. Topics included in the course are: patterns of accounting practice in other nations; the promulgation of international accounting standards and the harmonization of standards; accounting problems associated with multinational operations; and a comparison of auditing, corporate governance, and regulation issues around the world. A student may receive credit for only one of the following: ACCY 482 or ACCY 682. A student must earn a grade of C or better in both an intermediate cost management course and an intermediate financial reporting II course prior to enrollment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 690 - Accountancy Capstone/Financial Statement Analysis and Business Valuation


    Study of the theoretical framework for financial statement analysis and business valuation. Examination of the use of financial information, as well as information about the economic environment and business strategies, in a valuation context. Requires synthesis and integration of knowledge and skills learned throughout M.A.S. program.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ACCY 675 with a grade of C or better or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ACCY 699 - Master’s Thesis


    Open to students writing a thesis under the M.A.S., M.S., or M.B.A. program. The student enrolls with the faculty member directing the thesis. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • AHCD 600 - Introduction to Research in Communicative Disorders


    Study of the research areas in communicative disorders including sources of reference, research design, and the formats of professional writing. Current professional issues will also be considered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Admission to the graduate program in communicative disorders.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHCD 620 - Mindfulness: Meditation Skills and Practice


    Designed for Allied Health Professionals who may utilize mindfulness techniques in their clinical work, academic interactions, and personal activities/relationships. Benefits of this practice include decreased perceived stress levels, increased compassion toward self and others, increased attention and listening skills, and clear focused thinking.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: .5
  
  • AHCD 698 - Directed Individual Study


    Independent pursuit of advanced problems in communicative disorders of special concern to qualified graduate students. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours, but only 6 semester hours may be applied to the master’s degree in communicative disorders. S/U grading may be used.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • AHPT 601 - Introduction to Physical Therapy Practice


    Expected roles and diverse skill sets of a physical therapist as a life-long learner, evidence-based clinician, and member of an interdisciplinary heath care team. Emphasis on system-based clinical reasoning and decision-making, patient-focused care across the life-span, learning strategies, professional communication, and cultural competence.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • AHPT 602 - Communication and Education Skills for Physical Therapists


    Application of written and oral communication skills to patient-therapist interactions, including the development of patient interview and professional documentation skills. Overview of educational principles and practices utilized by physical therapists.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 603 - Psychosocial Aspects of Physical Therapy


    Impact of chronic illness and physical disability on individuals, families, and society. Relationship between the attitudes and values of society, persons with disabilities and their families, and health care professionals on outcomes of physical therapy interventions. Strategies for delivering care in a culturally competent manner are discussed.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 604 - Movement Systems in Physical Therapy


    Integration of movement systems including cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, integumentary, nervous, and musculoskeletal. Topics include human kinetics, human kinematics, and human biomechanics as it relates to human movement concepts in physical therapy.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • AHPT 608 - Physical Therapy: Evidence-Based Practice


    Exploration into the principles and concepts of evidence-based practice in physical therapy. Review of basic issues and concepts in research in terms of applicability to evidence-based practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • AHPT 609 - Research Methods in Physical Therapy


    Application of research concepts in the design of a clinical research study.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 610 - Foundational Patient Screening, Examination, and Assessment


    Development of skill in physical therapy evaluation procedures, including palpation techniques and examination techniques for the assessment of strength, range of motion, and flexibility.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 611 - Foundational Therapeutic Exercise


    Application of the principles of biomechanics and therapeutic exercise for the treatment of disorders commonly managed by physical therapists. Skill development in safe, effective use of therapeutic exercise equipment and patient education principles will be included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 612 - Foundational Mobility, Gait, and Transfers


    Physical therapy management approaches and examination techniques. Topics include screening examinations, standardized assessments, transfer training, basic wheelchair fitting, and gait training using assistive devices.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • AHPT 613 - Foundational Physical Agents and Manual Therapy


    Basic science and physiological principles of physical agents and their applications, the ability to seek and understand the research in the use of these agents, and the practical skills of selecting and applying these agents in a safe and effective manner.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • AHPT 614 - Advanced Exercise and Intervention Prescription


    Development of skills using decision-making models to evaluate and create evidence-based prescriptive plans in the treatment of individuals with and without movement disorders.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 615 - Neurological Basis of Human Movement


    Human neuroanatomy and neurophysiology as they apply to the acquisition and control of movement. Emphasis on motor control, postural control, and motor learning. Effects of normal and abnormal neurological structures on performance.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 616 - Motor Development for Physical Therapists


    Examination of changes in body systems and movement patterns across the lifespan and the impact such changes have on the delivery of physical therapy services.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 617 - Pathology for Physical Therapists


    Introduction to principles of pathology and the impact on physical therapy management.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 618 - Pharmacology for Rehabilitation Professionals


    Introduction to principles of pharmacology and the impact of pharmacological agents on patient management. Cases for specific disciplines will be provided.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • AHPT 619 - Internal Clinical Experience I


    Practical experiences in a supervised clinical setting in the on campus Physical Therapy Clinic. Examination, evaluation, treatment, and discharge of patients under the supervision of a faculty member. Exposure to case management, evidence-based practice, and the delivery of physical therapy services.

    Credits: 1
  
  • AHPT 620 - Topics in Clinical Education


    Introduction to the roles and responsibilities of physical therapists in various settings across the continuum of clinical education. Includes experiential engagement in professional and interdisciplinary collaboration in physical therapy. Students may repeat up to 2 credits.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • AHPT 621 - Internal Clinical Experience II


    Part-time clinical experience that provides the opportunity to apply previously learned skills under the guidance of qualified physical therapists. Patient types include general outpatient orthopedics, balance and neurological dysfunction, and wound care. Students may repeat up to 2 credits. S/U grading may be used.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • AHPT 622 - External Clinical Experience I


    Full-time clinical experience that provides the opportunity to apply previously learned skills under the guidance of qualified physical therapists. Settings include outpatient facilities, skilled nursing or subacute facilities and community or acute general hospitals. Emphasis will be on safety, skill in examination, treatment techniques and communication. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 623 - Internal Clinical Experience III


    Practical experience in the on-campus Physical Therapy Clinic.  Examination, evaluation, treatment, and discharge of patients with increasing independence. Case management, evidence-based practice and delivery of physical therapy services. S/U grading may be used.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: AHPT 619 and AHPT 621, or consent of department.

    Credits: 1
  
  • AHPT 636 - Physical Therapy Management of Individuals with Acute Medical Problems


    Examination of physical rehabilitation process during the acute phase of illness and disease.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 637 - Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy


    Physical therapy management of individuals with cardiopulmonary disorders.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 639 - Evaluation and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Disorders


    Physical therapy examination, evaluation, and treatment of individuals with musculoskeletal dysfunction of the extremities. Emphasis on clinical decision making using evidence-based practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 641 - Physical Therapy Management of Complex Musculoskeletal Disorders


    Physical therapy examination, evaluation, and treatment of patients with complex dysfunction of the spine and extremities. Integration of information from previous and concurrent courses will be emphasized with a focus on clinical decision-making using evidence-based practice for increasingly complex conditions across the lifespan.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 4
  
  • AHPT 642 - Differential Diagnosis in Physical Therapy


    Exploration into screening, physical therapy diagnosis and medical management of patients throughout the life span. Basic issues and concepts in human physiology, anatomy, pathology, and pharmacology will be applied to evidence-based practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 651 - Medical Issues in Neurology


    Medical diagnosis and management of adults and children with neurological conditions. Includes discussion of common medical imaging and laboratory tests.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • AHPT 652 - Neurological Rehabilitation


    Physical therapy examination, evaluation, and treatment of individuals with movement dysfunction secondary to disorders of the nervous system including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. Emphasis on development of evidence-based treatment approaches in a variety of practice settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 5
  
  • AHPT 657 - Pediatric Physical Therapy


    Development of skills in examination, evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents with movement disorders caused by a variety of musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary and integumentary impairments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 660 - External Clinical Experience II


    Application of previously learned skills under the guidance of qualified physical therapists. Further development of the students’ abilities in the physical therapy management of patients with emphasis on patient evaluation and development of physical therapy diagnoses. S/U grading. Individual transportation required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1-4
  
  • AHPT 700 - Physical Therapy Administration


    Basic management concepts and skills needed for administration of physical therapy services. Topics include departmental supervision, personnel issues, resource management, risk management, governmental regulations, marketing, and financial management.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 701 - Internal Clinical Experience IV


    Physical therapy management of patients including examination, evaluation, and intervention of the complex patient. With emphasis on safety, advanced students will increase their evaluation and treatment skills under supervision and guidance of qualified physical therapists and serve as mentors and peer clinical instructors for second year students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • AHPT 702 - Physical Therapy Management of Aging and Complex Patients


    Examination, evaluation and treatment of individuals with movement dysfunction secondary to aging and more complex medical problems. Topics include differential diagnosis, clinical decision-making, and evidence-based practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 703 - Orthotics and Prosthetics in Physical Therapy


    Physical therapy management of patients with complex medical problems who require advanced techniques of examination and treatment. Topics include orthotics, prosthetics, and motion analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 3
  
  • AHPT 709 - Applied Research Methods in Physical Therapy I


    Application of research concepts in the design of clinically relevant research. Opportunities for exploration into specific practice areas and integration of evidence-based concepts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • AHPT 710 - Practice Issues in Physical Therapy


    Exploration of issues in the delivery of physical therapy services. Presentation of student research projects and licensure study plans. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • AHPT 730 - Clinical Imaging for Physical Therapists


    Introduction to clinical imaging concepts in physical therapy evaluation procedures.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1
  
  • AHPT 744 - Independent Study in Physical Therapy


    Independent study of current topics in physical therapy under faculty supervision. May be repeated or taken concurrently to a maximum of 6 semester hours. S/U grading may be used.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • AHPT 760 - External Clinical Experience III


    A. Acute/Subacute Care
    B. Rehabilitation
    C. Outpatient
    D. Specialty
    E. Pediatrics
    Full-time clinical experiences in selected health care facilities under the supervision and guidance of qualified physical therapists. Emphasis on coordination and provision of all physical therapy related aspects of patient care. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 5
  
  • AHPT 761 - External Clinical Experience IV


    A. Acute/Subacute Care
    B. Rehabilitation
    C. Outpatient
    D. Specialty
    E. Pediatrics
    Full-time clinical experiences in selected health care facilities under the supervision and guidance of qualified physical therapists. Emphasis on coordination and provision of all physical therapy related aspects of patient care. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school.

    Credits: 5
 

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