Individualized Studies (INDS)

INDS 295. Internship I. (1-6 Credits)

INDS 295 offers lower-division students (freshman and sophmores) an opportunity to gain real-world work experience related to their academic program. This course supports the University's Work-Based Learning requirement and is open to students of all majors. Under faculty and workplace supervision, students engage in workplace tasks that enhance academic learning, build foundational professional skills, and contribute to career exploration. Students are required to complete reflective assignments and maintain documentation of their internship experience.

INDS 300. Organization & Management. (3 Credits)

This course examines the essential functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Students analyze foundational management theories, organizational structures and cultures, globalization, employee motivation, communication, teamwork, delegation, innovation, and organizational change. Through discussions, case studies, simulations, strategic planning activities, and an applied final project, students use management and decision making models to address realistic organizational challenges and demonstrate effective leadership and professional communication.

INDS 301. Experiential Learning Seminar. (1 Credit)

This course is required only for students seeking credit for learning from life/work experience. This course is optional. Advisor permission to enroll is required.

INDS 302. Individual Studies Career Sem. (3 Credits)

The Individualized Studies Careers Seminar with Workforce Credential is an eight-week course designed to prepare students in the Bachelor of Individualized Studies program for successful transition into the workforce. This course will focus on career exploration, professional development, and acquiring a workforce credential relevant to the student's career goals. Students will engage in activities, workshops, and projects aimed at enhancing their job readiness and competitiveness in the job market. This course will include completion of a professional workforce credential from a university affiliated provider.

INDS 303. Organizational Behavior & LDRS. (3 Credits)

This course examines the psychological, social, and organizational factors that influence individual and group behavior in the workplace. Students explore theories of motivation, personality, perception, leadership, power, influence, teamwork, communication, conflict, employee engagement, diversity, and organizational culture. Through discussions, self assessments, case studies, simulations, and applied projects, students analyze workplace behavior and develop leadership strategies that support ethical decision making, inclusion, collaboration, and organizational effectiveness.

INDS 304. Decision Making. (3 Credits)

This course examines theories, models, and practices of decision making within organizations. Students analyze individual and group decision processes, organizational culture, evidence, uncertainty, bias, ethics, social responsibility, and stakeholder interests. Reflective activities, discussions, decision tools, and an applied final project help students develop practical and evidence based recommendations for complex organizational decisions.

INDS 305. Communication for Leaders. (3 Credits)

This course examines leadership communication across multigenerational, multicultural, global, and virtual settings. Students apply communication theories and leadership models to persuasion, feedback, conflict resolution, negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and team collaboration. Emphasis is placed on ethical and inclusive communication, cultural intelligence, and the effective use of digital tools.

INDS 306. Leadership in Action. (3 Credits)

This applied course bridges leadership theory and practice through case studies, simulations, and realistic organizational scenarios. Students demonstrate leadership communication, decision making, ethical judgment, conflict management, team leadership, adaptive leadership, crisis response, and change leadership. The course prepares students to lead effectively in dynamic and diverse organizational environments.

INDS 307. Technology & Innovation in Org. (3 Credits)

This course examines the intersection of technology, innovation, and organizational leadership. Students analyze how emerging technologies shape organizational structures, processes, culture, work, ethics, and strategy. Through case studies, discussions, data activities, and projects, students evaluate technology adoption and design technology driven solutions that improve performance, adaptability, and responsible innovation.

INDS 400. Strategic Mgmt & Planning. (3 Credits)

This course examines the principles and practices of strategic management. Students analyze internal capabilities and external conditions, evaluate competitive and organizational strategies, and formulate implementation plans that address leadership, technology, globalization, governance, ethics, organizational design, and performance control. Case analyses and a comprehensive strategic project develop the analytical and decision making skills required for effective strategic leadership.

INDS 401. Ethical Leadership. (3 Credits)

This course explores ethical leadership in organizational settings with emphasis on moral judgment, integrity, accountability, fairness, transparency, inclusion, and social responsibility. Students examine ethical theories, organizational dilemmas, stakeholder consequences, and strategies for fostering ethical cultures. Through case studies, simulations, discussions, and reflective practice, students develop a personal ethical leadership philosophy.

INDS 495. Internship II. (1-6 Credits)

INDS 495 offers upper-level students (juniors and seniors) an advanced opportunity to gain specialized, hands-on professional experience. Building on skills from Internship I, this course deepens students' engagement with their field, requiring them to tackle more complex tasks, apply higher-order skills, and contribute strategically to their internship site. Supervised by a mentor and faculty advisor, students complete reflective assignments, a capstone project, and a final presentation.

INDS 499. Senior Research Project. (3 Credits)

Senior Research Project (An independent research project, which builds upon the student’s area of specialization and serves as a culminating experience.)

INDS 499A. Senior Capstone in INDS. (3 Credits)

This course is a continuation of INDS499A. Advisor preapproval is required to register for this course. The Senior Capstone in Individualized Studies emphasizes problem-solving and critical thinking through project-based learning. This course will focus on project planning, execution, evaluation, and presentation, culminating in the completion of a comprehensive capstone project. Students will work closely with a faculty advisor to develop the project plan and design to demonstrate their mastery of interdisciplinary knowledge and skills acquired throughout academic journey. Emphasizing creativity, critical thinking, and practical application, this project allows students to delve deeply into an area of personal passion and academic interest. Students will synthesize their learning from various disciplines and create a unique, multifaceted project that showcases their academic, professional, and personal growth.

INDS 499B. Senior Capstone in INDS. (3 Credits)

This course is a continuation of INDS 499A. Advisor preapproval is required to register for this course. The Senior Capstone in Individualized Studies emphasizes problem-solving and critical thinking through project-based learning. This course will focus on project planning, execution, evaluation, and presentation, culminating in the completion of a comprehensive capstone project. Students will work closely with a faculty advisor to develop the project plan and design to demonstrate their mastery of interdisciplinary knowledge and skills acquired throughout their academic journey. Emphasizing creativity, critical thinking, and practical application, this project allows students to delve deeply into an area of personal passion and academic interest. Students will synthesize their learning from various disciplines and create a unique, multifaceted project that showcases their academic, professional, and personal growth.