Curriculum and Graduation Requirements

LEAD is a uniquely-designed degree competition program that results in a fully accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Ethics in two years or less. Busy adults, who never had time to earn their degree, attend class one night a week with a small group of people who are pursuing the same goal.

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Ethics from MCC, students must:

1. Complete 120 semester credit hours as follows:

2. Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above in the LEAD program (4.0 scale).

3. Complete a satisfactory community service credit each semester.

Community Service

LEAD students are required to be involved in their communities outside the classroom each semester. Practical service activities enhance college experience because students apply what they learn in the classroom in service to others. A variety of volunteer activities can satisfy this requirement.

Management & Ethics Curriculum Sequence

SEMESTER ONE (12.5 credits)

MAN 110 BASIC LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES (3)
An introduction to developing personal and career goals, setting priorities within these goals, and building a positive self-concept. This process will allow individual goals and priorities to be realized.

BIB 112 OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY (3)
This course is a general survey of the literature of the Old Testament from Genesis through Malachi.

MAN 210 INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT AND ETHICS (3)
A study of planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling/evaluating with the presentation of principles for application to both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. This is in coordination with an introduction to ethics and the concepts of effective oral and written communications, with emphasis on functioning in small groups and organizational settings as well as interpersonal communication.

BIB 220 INTERPRETATION (3)
This course is an introduction to the interpretation of scripture introducing students to principles of interpretation and exegetical methods and tools with special focus given to understanding principles of interpreting different forms of scriptural literature.

SEMESTER TWO (12 credits)

MAN 310 ECONOMICS FOR MANAGERS (3)
This course is a study of the role of prices and markets in the modern free enterprise economy with an emphasis on economic tools needed to better understand economic policy debates and make better choices as a manager or supervisor.

BIB 211 LIFE AND TEACHINGS OF JESUS (3)
This course is a study of the life of Christ based on a selected gospel.

BIB 212 CHRISTIAN BEGINNINGS (3)
This course is a study of the history of the beginning of the church primarily focusing on the ministry of Paul and his writings plus the writings of others to those early Christians.

MAN 320 ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGERS (3)
Study of acquisition, analysis, and reporting of financial information in organizations with special attention given to the planning and control responsibilities of practicing managers. Individuals gain confidence in their ability to interpret and use financial information for effective decision-making.

SEMESTER THREE (12 credits)

MAN 330 INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING (3)
This course is a general study of marketing principles which lead to the development of marketing strategy. A review of environmental influences and key analytical tools used in formulating marketing plans. Product or service design, distribution, pricing, promotional programs, and the discussion of international marketing issues.

THE 330 BASIC CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE (3)
This course is a biblical, historical, and theological study of key doctrines of the Christian faith.

MAN 340 MANAGERIAL FINANCE (3)
This course introduces the student to the essential elements of finance for business. Emphasis is placed on financial management, financial markets, and the tools, techniques, and methodologies used in making financial decisions. Topics include: Financial planning, working capital management, capital budgeting, long term financing, and international finance. Prerequisites: MAN 210, Introduction to Management Ethics, MAN 320, Accounting for Managers

MAN 410 INTERNATIONAL ISSUES IN BUSINESS (3)
This course is a study of world trade and of the problems and issues faced by a business when it goes into the international market. Included is the study of cultural impacts, monetary exchange complications, and the problems faced by multinationals related with dealing in foreign legal and social environments. Prerequisites: MAN 210, Introduction to Management Ethics, MAN 310, Economics for Managers

SEMESTER FOUR (12 credits)

THE 435 CHRISTIAN ETHICS (3)
This course is a senior-level seminar designed to explore the discipline of Christian ethics with a view to practical application of theology in the modern world including various foundations for the study of ethics, abortion, euthanasia, marriage, medical science, racism, sexuality, and the environment. Prerequisites: THE 330, Basic Christian Doctrine

BIB 420 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR AND CHANGE (3)
This course is a study of individual and group behavior in organizations through detailed coverage of the functions of management, individual differences/diversity, leadership, motivation, decision making, organizational design, and organizational change and development. Emphasis is placed on how an understanding of organizational behavior leads to effective management practice. Prerequisites: MAN 210, Introduction to Management Ethics

MAN 430 CASE STUDIES IN MANAGEMENT ETHICS (3)
Reading, discussion and development of papers pertaining to relevant case studies involving personal and organizational ethical issues and problems applied to actual situations.

MAN 440 BUSINESS STATEGIES (3)
This course applies the understanding of strategic management and business policy formulation and implementation. Students will utilize knowledge from all functional areas of business to formulate business strategy and implementation plans through case analysis (may include simulation). Prerequisites: MAN 420, Case Studies in Management Ethics