As a Franciscan and Catholic University, Briar Cliff welcomes you and members of all faiths while we remain dedicated to fostering the moral and ethical values that are central to our faith. Our values-based educational and community experience emphasizes the importance of serving others, caring for the environment, ...
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The curriculum for the major in accounting is designed with the principal goal of developing a level of technical competence necessary to prepare the student for a career as a professional accountant. The required course work provides the student with the minimum educational...
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Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art (47 credits) ART 110 Drawing (3) ART 111 Design (3) ART 120 Drawing II (3) ART 115 Art History: Prehistory – Gothic (3) ART 116 Art History: Renaissance – Modern (3) ART 117 Art History: Modern (3) ART 217 Reading...
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Bachelor of Science Requirements: Ten term-courses in biology including BIOL 111, 112, 113, 339 and six more term-courses, not to include BIOL 102, 239 or 340. Also required are supporting courses in chemistry (CHEM 111 and 112), BIOL 22IR and fulfillment of...
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The major in business administration will provide necessary instruction in functional areas including management, marketing, and finance and accounting, as well as economics. This provides a generalist background needed for a variety of careers in business and a solid foundation for...
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The mission of the Department of Mass Media is to prepare competent, well-trained, and liberally educated men and women in the converging field of mass media. Students will gain knowledge through theory, practical and applied learning which will provide the valuable education and...
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The department of education offers an elementary education major, a secondary education major and minor, and education courses for endorsements in academic disciplines. Students successfully completing the professional preparation program for teacher education are eligible to apply for...
English Language and Literature
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To complete a major in English at Briar Cliff, you and your advisor will choose ten or more literature (ENGL) classes and at least three writing-and-language (WRTG) classes.FRESHMAN YEAR: WRTG 109, EN 110, WRTG 159 Sometime during your freshman year (or as soon as possible after you...
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We have designed an Environmental Science program that will prepare our graduates to succeed whether they choose to continue their studies in graduate school or go directly into fields such as environmental education and advocacy, pollution prevention and remediation, or public heath....
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The Briar Cliff University major in Graphic Design integrates the traditional mass media education with design and production skills for the field of Graphic Design. The program includes typography, drawing, history, design theory, and design production. This interdisciplinary program...
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The department believes that students must become more broadly educated in order to be prepared to live in an increasingly complex society. By gaining awareness of historical traditions as well as the critical thinking skills of the historian’s craft, students will be better...
Human Resource Management
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The Human Resource Management major focuses on the management of an organization’s human resources in both unionized and non-unionized settings. The major is intended for two types of management-oriented students: 1) students who are concerned with management of human resources and 2)...
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Briar Cliff University’s online Graduate Management Certificate Program provides managers and aspiring managers the essential skills needed for successful leadership. BCU’s online Graduate Management Certificate Program helps individuals become knowledgeable and capable of handling the...
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The major in Management Information Systems (MIS) combines the areas of Business and Computer Science to educate individuals in the effective and efficient handling of one of the most important organizational resources to managers: information. MIS is the science of taking data,...
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The marketing major reflects the philosophy of the Business Administration Departmentpage 88). The major in marketing will provide instruction in core areas of marketing includingplanning and executing the conception, pricing, promotion, and distribution of ideas, goods,and services to...
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The Department of Music maintains a philosophy of education which seeks to provide a meansfor spiritual, intellectual and artistic development consistent with a liberal education. The music major focuses on voice, piano, organ and conducting; providing abundant opportunities...
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The Department of Nursing offers a basic program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and eligibility to take the required R.N. licensure examination (NCLEX-RN). This option represents an opportunity for a broad-based liberal education and a strong base for professional nursing...
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The Department of Nursing offers a three or four year program for Licensed Practical Nurses, leading to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and eligibility to take the required R.N. licensure examination (NCLEX-RN). This option represents an opportunity for a broad-based liberal...
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The psychology program at Briar Cliff is a versatile program that contains a common set of core courses for all students. Beyond this common core, however, students may choose among several paths depending upon their specific interests and goals. The psychology curriculum is arranged...
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The purpose of the radiologic technology major is to provide students who wish to become radiologic technologists a broad liberal arts background which they can take advantage of throughout their professional careers. The B.S. in radiologic technology consists of two years of coursework...
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Bachelor of Arts in Theology: Ten courses in Theology: THEO 101 or THEO 102, THEO 103, THEO 104, THEO 204, THEO 206, THEO 305 and THEO 405, plus three elective Theology courses, two of which must be numbered 300 or above. Critical Thinking and Communication Courses: WRTG...
As a Franciscan and Catholic University, Briar Cliff welcomes you and members of all faiths while we remain dedicated to fostering the moral and ethical values that are central to our faith. Our values-based educational and community experience emphasizes the importance of serving others, caring for the environment, and helping those in need.
The Briar Cliff experience includes academic achievement and scholarship, recreation, leadership development, social activities, athletics, clubs, and student organizations. The distinctive beauty of our campus on the Cliff makes it an ideal setting for learning and living.
Briar Cliff graduates are tomorrow’s leaders! Whether you are interested in business or teaching, the sciences or humanities, nursing or social work, or any of our other high quality undergraduate and graduate areas of study, Briar Cliff provides the caring, challenging, student-centered environment needed to meet your goals.