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2020-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Core Curriculum Requirements
The Core Foundation/Proficiency attribute search terms are:

  • Civic Engagement, Diversity, Ethics, Fine Arts, Natural Science, Oral Communication, Philosophy, Physics-Based Natural Science, Quantitative Reasoning, Social Science, Theology, Writing I, Writing II

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Humanities
  
  

  • HUM 250 - Humanities Practicum

    1 semester, 1-3 credits-

    An exploration of a single practice in the humanities. Practicum size is typically limited to 15 students, and classroom-based study will be complemented by the practical application of learned skills.  Example practices include calligraphy, dancing, shaped note singing, and stargazing. No previous experience is necessary. This course is repeatable.

     


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  • HUM 275 - Humanities Reading Seminar

    1 semester, 1 credit-

    A close reading of a single text in the humanities (or small collection of closely related texts). Seminar size is typically limited to 15 students. Example texts include the poems of Hesiod, St. Augustine’s Confessions, the Bhagavad Gita, W. E. B. Du Bois’s The Souls of Black Folk, and Sigrid Undset’s Kristin Lavransdatter. This course is repeatable.


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  • HUM 315 - Islam: Origins, Theology, and Practice

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Examines the religion of Islam including its origins, teachings, and major cultural expressions throughout history, as well as contemporary issues such as immigration, secularization, and the integration of Muslims in historically non-Muslim areas over the past two centuries.


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  • HUM 325 - The Catholic Intellectual Tradition

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Intensive Writing I Core

    Examines the Catholic intellectual tradition historically and thematically with an emphasis on contemporary opportunities and challenges. Possible topics include God’s existence and nature, historical and literary expressions of belief and practice, and morality and politics.


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  • HUM 326 - The Dominican Intellectual Tradition

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Examines the history and fundamental elements of the Dominican intellectual tradition with an emphasis on lived experience. Topics will include the four pillars of the Dominican life within the context of historical and contemporary examples.


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  • HUM 330 - The Catholic Imagination

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Introduces students to the development, exercise, and creativity of our imaginative powers within the context of Catholicism. Students will consider the nature of “the Catholic Imagination” as well as exemplary works of literature, art, film, music,  architecture, and/or related fields.


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  • HUM 335 - Economy of Communion

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Introduces students to a distinctively Catholic and humanistic approach to economics and business activity. Students will study the economy of communion model, including its theoretical foundations, exemplary contemporary practical examples, and future challenges and opportunities.


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  • HUM 348 - C.S. Lewis, Christian Thinker

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Theology 300-Level

    An exploration of the Christian vision of C. S. Lewis on such questions as the existence of God, the natural law, the problem of evil, and the nature of friendship, among others. Attention will be paid to both his nonfiction and his fiction, including some of Lewis’s poetry, sermons, and shorter essays. Same as THL 348. Prerequisite: Any 200-level THL course.


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  • HUM 480 - Humanities Capstone

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Seminar for Humanities majors and minors. Themes will vary depending on the instructor and topics chosen by the students. Students will complete a substantial writing project designed in consultation with the instructor and requiring integration of prior coursework. Prerequisites: HUM 175, HUM 325, or HUM 326. Open to seniors only, or with special permission of the Director.


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Latin American Studies
  
  
  

  • LAS 215 - The Diversity of Latin American Religious History

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Diversity: Theology 300-level

    An awareness of the centrality of religion in changing and shaping society in Latin America from the pre-Contact period, through the colonial period, and to the twenty-first century is imperative to understand this region. Systematically explores the sophisticated and multifaceted religious history of Latin America to develop students’ knowledge of the socio-cultural, economic, and political role of religion. Some prior knowledge of Latin American, North American, or European religious history is helpful, but not required. Same as AMS 215 and HIS 215. Satisfies global history requirement for major/minor. Prerequisite: Completion of a 200-level theology core course.


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  • LAS 230 - Early Latin American History

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Oral Communication; Diversity Proficiency

    Survey on Early Latin America, from the initial encounter to Independence, assesses the impact of contact, conquest, and colonization on pre-contact peoples, the introduction of non-Indigenous populations, and the evolution of political, economic, cultural, and religious institutions. Specific topics include rural and urban communities, accommodation and resistance patterns, as well as race, class, gender, and kinship. Same as AMS 230 and HIS 230. Satisfies pre-1877 American history requirement for major/minor.


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  • LAS 231 - Modern Latin American History

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Diversity; Writing II

    Surveys the period from Independence to today, and gives particular attention to politico-economic and socio-cultural transformations (i.e., revolutions, military dictatorships, social movements, economic expansions, and democratic consolidations) that have affected Latin America from the 19th to the 21st centuries. Its regional and comparative perspective highlights Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, Chile, Nicaragua, and Peru. Previously LAS. Same as HIS 231. Satisfies post-1877 American history requirement for major/minor.


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  • LAS 309 - Introduction to Latin America Anthropology

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Examines the way in which Latin America’s culturally and racially diverse peoples and cultures have been imagined and represented by Anthropologists. Using core research, canonical texts, case studies, and analytical anthropological approaches, and focusing particularly on vernacular expressive cultural practices, we will explore issues of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, tourism, and social movements. Previously LAS. Same as APG 309, GST 309, and SOC 309.


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  • LAS 460 - Tutorial in Latin American Studies

    1 semester, 1-4 credits-

    Open primarily to senior Latin American and Latina/o Studies minors. Small groups of students have the opportunity to explore in-depth an advanced topic in the field outside of the regular program offerings. Specific topics are determined in consultation with a faculty member and Program Director. Previously LAS. Previously LAS. Prerequisite: Permission of the Program Director.


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  • LAS 480 - Senior Capstone Seminar

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Integrates theoretical and experiential knowledge gleaned from the LALS program’s interdisciplinary approach and discusses topics pertaining to either Latinas/os (a U.S. orientation) or Latin America and Latin Americans (an American hemispheric concentration). Previously LAS.


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  • LAS 481 - Senior Capstone Project

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Consists of theoretical or field interdisciplinary research conducted domestically on a Latina/o topic at Providence College or at an alternative U.S. site; or internationally on a theme related to or in Latin America and/or to Latin Americans. Previously LAS.


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  • LAS 495 - Independent Study

    1 semester, 1-3 credits-

    Open primarily to senior Latin American and Latina/o Studies minors. Provides the opportunity to explore advanced topics in the field outside of the regular program offerings. The number of credits is determined by consultation with the faculty member responsible for the project and the Program Director. Previously LAS. Prerequisite: Permission of the Program Director.


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Law
  
  
  

  • LAW 201 - General Law

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    This course will examine the jurisdiction of federal and state courts, and the interplay of the courts, legislature and executive branch in the development of legal principles. The basic elements of civil procedure, contracts, property, torts, crimes and domestic relations will be discussed and supplemented by case analysis. This course is taught by attorneys engaged in the practice of law.


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  • LAW 305 - Legal Studies: Topics in Civil Litigation

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Examines legal issues that impact the daily lives of American citizens. By analyzing the relationship among social values, politics and the law, students will learn about the dynamic evolution of the framework for civil litigation, constitutional rights, and jurisprudential precedents. Substantive topics include free speech, right to privacy, the Internet, school law, employment law, and family law.


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  • LAW 310 - Persuasive Writing in Law

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Writing II

    This intensive writing seminar focuses on logical and succinct writing in a variety of legal and non-legal contexts. Students will review and revise all writings, which may include statutory analysis, advocacy letters, client correspondence, and contracts. Accompanying legal readings may include statutes, policies, factual scenarios, and current events.


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Liberal Arts Honors
  

  • HON 101 - Development of Western Civilization: Ancient Civilizations

    1 semester, 5 credits-

    An interdisciplinary study of the history, literature, philosophy, theology, and art of the West from ancient Mesopotamia to the fall of the Roman Empire.


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  • HON 102 - Development of Western Civilization: Middle Ages and Renaissance

    1 semester, 5 credits-

    An interdisciplinary study of the history, literature, philosophy, theology, art, and music of the West during the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Reformation, and early colonial encounters.


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  • HON 201 - Development of Western Civilization: Emergence of the Modern Era

    1 semester, 5 credits-

    An interdisciplinary study of the history, literature, philosophy, theology, art, and music of the West from the Enlightenment through the 19th century.


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  • HON 202 - Development of Western Civilization: The West and the World

    1 semester, 5 credits-

    An interdisciplinary study of the history, literature, philosophy, theology, art, and music of the West in a global context from the 20th century to the present.


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  • HON 204 - Honors Writing

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Writing I

    Designed to help student’s improve their writing skills and to gain greater control over the organization and expression of their ideas. Students will master the process of writing by completing a range of assignments, including analysis, comparison/contrast, and argumentation. Conducted as a workshop in which students progress from questions of mechanics and structure to refinements of their own prose style.


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  • HON 210 - Topics in Science

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Natural Science

    A study of selected developments in the natural sciences and their interactions with other areas of thought.


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  • HON 220 - The Dimensions of Art

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Diversity; Fine Arts

    Designed to explore the concepts, products, and processes of creativity in the arts.


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  • HON 230 - Foundations of Theology

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Theology 200-level

    Historical and systematic study of theology: its relation to its sources, methods of theology, and chief theological systems. One or two prominent theologians will be studied in depth.


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  • HON 290 - Cultural Studies

    1 semester, 1 credit-

    An elective for students participating in short-term travel abroad with the Honors Program. Requires substantial reading and research about important cultural and historical sites in the country or countries visited during the trip. Pass/Fail basis only. Elective credit only; does not count toward any core or Honors Program requirement.


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  • HON 302 - Honors Studies in Ethics

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Ethics

    Electives for students in the honors program in which professors in the Department of Philosophy present courses in their areas of special competence.


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  • HON 311 - Honors Studies in Theology

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Theology

    Electives for students in the honors program in which professors in the Department of Theology present courses in their areas of special competence.


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  • HON 312 - The Church and Major World Religions

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Diversity; Theology 300-level

    A study of Christianity’s understanding of its relation to other religions; the theological self-understanding of four major world religions (Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism) presented through their texts, histories, and forms of life; and the theological doctrines of these major world religions in dialog with Christian faith. Same as THL 358. Prerequisite: Completion of THL Core I requirement.


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  • HON 480 - Honors Colloquium

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Colloquium courses explore an interdisciplinary topic in depth. Topics vary each semester, and new topics are offered regularly. Normally taken during the junior or senior year, and students are free to take more than one colloquium (on different topics).


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  • HON 481 - Honors Colloquium

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Colloquium courses explore an interdisciplinary topic in depth. Topics vary each semester, and new topics are offered regularly. Normally taken during the junior or senior year, and students are free to take more than one colloquium (on different topics).


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  • HON 490 - Independent Research

    1 semester, 1-4 credits-

    Open primarily to seniors in the Honors Program. The student is provided the opportunity to explore advanced topics in the field outside of the regular program offerings. The number of credits is determined by consultation with the faculty member responsible for the project and the Director of the Honors Program. (Students must take a 3 or 4-credit version of the course in order to fulfill an Honors course requirement.)  Prerequisite: Permission of the Program Director.


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Management
  

  • MGT 101 - Introduction to Managing and Organizing

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Beginning with a deeper understanding of self and their individual and collective purpose, students gain knowledge of managing, leading, and collaborating for impact in the teams and organizations to which they belong. That knowledge will then be applied to an experiential learning opportunity; students will organize into self-managed teams to create a positive impact on our college or local community. For management majors only.


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  • MGT 301 - Organizational Behavior

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Diversity

    Examines how people behave both as individuals and as members of groups in organizational contexts. Topics include job attitudes and performance, motivation, group dynamics and team effectiveness, leadership, power and influence, decision-making, and cross-cultural diversity. For business majors only.


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  • MGT 320 - Human Resource Management

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Human resource management deals with the design of formal systems in an organization to ensure the effective and efficient use of human talent to accomplish organizational goals. Topics covered include job analysis, staffing, training and development, managing and appraising performance, compensation, pay and benefits, employee relations, and union-management relations. Prerequisite: MGT 301.


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  • MGT 330 - Legal Environment for Business I

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    This course is designed to provide students with a basic study of legal and ethical aspects and concerns of the modern business community. The study of legal systems and constitutional law serves as a background. Emphasis is placed upon contracts (including contracts under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)), agency, partnerships, employment law, and corporations as topics.


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  • MGT 331 - Legal Environment for Business II

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    This course focuses on particularized topics of business and commercial law, such as sales and secured transactions, debtor and creditor relationships, bankruptcy, securities law and regulation, environmental law, and trusts and estates, among others. Special emphasis is directed toward legal areas that are subject to assessment as part of the CPA examination. Completion of MGT 330 is recommended as a prerequisite for this course.


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  • MGT 350 - Small Business Management

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Emphasizes a practical approach to planning and operating a small business venture, including the advantages and disadvantages of small business ownership. Topics covered include the development of a business plan, functions of management, control, financing, record keeping, insurance, and legal forms of ownership. The methods of acquiring small firms also are discussed.


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  • MGT 372 - Leadership in the City

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Focuses on integrating public and governmental leadership, public policy and institutional change to improve the quality of life in cities. It offers a solid theoretical grounding and introduces students experientially to the challenges and opportunities of leadership in the city of Providence. It may be used by PSP majors as a course in the three-course track required of all majors. Same as PSP 372. Prerequisites: PSP 101, PSC 101, or MGT 101.


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  • MGT 374 - Negotiations

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Students learn the art and science of negotiations through readings and lecture on evidence‐based tactics and via simulated negotiations in pairs and small groups. Topics include value claiming and creating, personality and emotions, decision making biases, influence strategies, sources of power, dispute resolution, resolving ethical dilemmas, gender bias, cross‐cultural negotiations, and negotiating in teams.


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  • MGT 376 - Management of Technology and Innovation

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Addresses key issues related to management in technology-intensive settings. Topics include management of new product development, technology diffusion, competition in high-technology industries, proprietary vs. open technologies, and optimal organization structures for innovation. Real-world cases will highlight effective techniques for managing the complex dynamics involved in high-technology settings. Prerequisites: ECN 101, HON 207, and MGT 301.


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  • MGT 401 - Organizational Theory

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Organizational theory is concerned with people aggregated into departments and organizations, and with the structure and behavior at the organizational level of analysis. Topics covered include the external environment, goal and effectiveness, bureaucracy, technology, structures, change, information and control, power and politics, decision-making, and organizational leadership. Prerequisite: MGT 101.


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  • MGT 411 - Leadership Development

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Through understanding and relating leadership concepts, models, and theories to their experience, students will develop an understanding of leadership that is personally meaningful and that allows them to become more effective, authentic, and moral leaders.  Students’ leadership development will be further facilitated through inquiry into a personal leadership conundrum and identification and development of their values, beliefs, and leadership principles.


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  • MGT 412 - Self-Leadership

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Students will develop their abilities to be mindful, engage in self-reflection and self-observation, and to learn from and develop through their lived experience to improve self-understanding, identify their purpose, and develop their ability to choose responses within their emerging circumstances. Students will develop skills in wellbeing, personal storytelling, peer coaching, and improving a relationship about which they care.


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  • MGT 430 - Entrepreneurship

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    This course provides an overview of the foundations of entrepreneurship studies.  The course involves two major components:  An introduction to the theories, practices, and basic tools of entrepreneurship, and a semester-long project which involves students applying these materials and tools to create a plan for either a startup or significant change within an existing organization. Prerequisite: MGT 101


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  • MGT 450 - Internship

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Permits juniors and seniors to engage in outside internships for academic credit. The criteria are essentially based on academic and experiential components, which are supervised by a faculty member and a site supervisor. Pass/fail basis only.


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  • MGT 489 - Capstone Seminar in Strategy

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Writing II

    Addresses a fundamental question facing the modern manager - in a competitive marketplace, how do firms achieve and sustain superior performance? Focuses on strategic decision-making at the corporate, business, and functional levels. Organizations are examined in their internal and external (industry) contexts for the purpose of developing and implementing strategies. Prerequisites: ACC 110/111 or 113, ACC 203, ACC 204, FIN 207, FIN 217, FIN 310; MGT 301, 320, 401; and MKT 205.


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  • MGT 491 - Independent Study in Management

    1 semester, 1-3 credits-

    Open primarily to senior Management majors. The student is provided the opportunity to explore advanced topics in management outside of the regular departmental offerings. The number of credits is determined by consultation with the faculty member responsible for the project and the chairperson. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson.


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Marketing
  
  
  

  • MKT 205 - Principles of Marketing

    1 semester, 3 credits-

    Explores the basic principles, theories, problems, and practices in the ever changing marketing environment (social, economic, technological, legal, and ethical) and its impact on product, price, promotion, and distribution decisions in the domestic and global market. Emphasis is placed on the marketing functions, planning, and the distribution of goods and services from the producer to consumer.


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  • MKT 292 - Bauhaus Design

    1 semester, 3 credits- Core Foundation/Proficiency: Fine Arts

    When the Bauhaus opened in 1919 in the aftermath of a devastating world war, it envisioned a new kind of Artist who would be comfortable in a variety of media. This is the interactive experience of being at the Bauhaus; each week will combine discussion of the history and personalities of the school with the creation of a Bauhaus inspired object. Same as ART 289.


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