Student Learning Outcomes

Institutional Learning Outcomes

Graduates of Trident University International will be able to:

1. Build a solid foundation of the common body of knowledge in the discipline;
2. Communicate proficiently with others in the field through scholarly writing and skilled knowledgeable oral and written presentation to general and specialized audiences;
3. Logically think through an issue using quantitative reasoning and quantitative and qualitative data, to employ and apply mathematical and/or statistical tools to address problems in their field;
4. Develop and apply information literacy skills;
5. Develop critical thinking skills that will result in the ability of the student to solve problems in their diverse workplaces and fields of study;
6. Serve and lead in a diverse world;
7. Function with integrity and make ethical decision in their workplaces and fields of study.

1. Solid Foundation of the Common Body of Knowledge 

Graduates will be able to build a solid foundation of the common body of knowledge in the discipline.

Students in programs in all disciplines and degree levels will acquire knowledge in the discipline including:

• terms, concepts and principles of the subject matter;
• application of theoretical concepts and frameworks to a variety of practical/functional situations.

2. Communication

Graduates will be able to communicate proficiently with others in the field through scholarly writing and skilled, knowledgeable oral and written presentation to general and specialized audiences.

Appropriate to the degree level this competency will require students to:

• write clearly and cogently;
• utilize various media effectively (including images, digital technology and print) to construct sustained, coherent arguments, analytical explanations, narratives, reflections, and/or explications of issues and processes; 
• speak to general and specialized audiences intelligently, substantively, and confidently.

3. Problem Solving

Graduates will be able to logically think through an issue using quantitative reasoning and quantitative and qualitative data, to employ and apply mathematical and/or statistical tools to address problems in their field.

Students will be required to:

• create and present an argument and/or position supported with quantitative and qualitative evidence utilizing: words, graphs, tables, and mathematical equations.

4. Information Literacy

Graduates will be able to develop and apply information literacy skills.

Student will be required to: 

• Identify information needs;
• search for information, 
• develop retrieval skills;
• critically evaluate information source;
• effective utilize information;
• use information in an ethical and legal manner.

5. Critical Thinking

Graduates will be able to develop critical thinking skills that will result in the ability of the student to solve problems in their diverse workplaces and fields of study.

This will require the growth and development of critical thinking through coursework that requires disciplined thinking supported by evidence, and will involve: 

• conceptualizing, 
• applying, 
• analyzing, synthesizing and evaluating information with the purpose of the student reaching a rational response or conclusion within the proper context.

6. Diversity

Graduates will be prepared to serve and lead in a diverse world.  

Programs in all disciplines and degree levels will prepare students to acquire, evaluate, and create knowledge by:

• Including  multiple source materials in courses;
• Comparing and contrasting differing views;
• Incorporating multicultural perspectives.

7. Integrity

Graduates will be prepared to function with integrity and make ethical decision in their workplaces and fields of study.

Students will be required to:

• Resolve ethical issues in selected ethical case studies;
• Reflect if their decisions are ethical within the contexts of their  workplaces and fields of study;
• Compare and contrast different resolutions to ethical issues 

General Education

Program Outcomes:

Expected outcomes of TUI's General Education courses should enable students to do the following:

1. Apply methods for using resources.
2. Demonstrate effective written communication skills.
3. Work effectively in collaboration with others.
4. Apply ethical practice in decision making.
5. Assess real world situations in order to make appropriate decisions.
6. Analyze the impact of human expressions on culture.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Program Mission Statement:
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program is to prepare students for entry-level management positions in business, industry, and not-for-profit organizations. Specifically, the program is designed to assist candidates to obtain quality undergraduate-level content expertise in all of the functional areas of business administration plus a specialty area of concentration. This program includes quality undergraduate-level development in business administration areas with special emphasis in global applications and ethical considerations. All students will select four electives to develop special expertise in an area of their interest. All courses are case-oriented and application based.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of their respective program option, graduates should be able to:

1. Apply effective communication skills in a business environment.
2. Assess the impact of culture and diversity on business practices.
3. Assess the ethical implications of business decisions and actions.
4. Apply business theories, models, and concepts to guide analysis of problems and situations.
5. Use technology to gather and analyze information.
6. Utilize data driven analysis in making business decisions.
7. Analyze the impact of global forces on business practices.

Master of Business Administration

Program Mission Statement:
The mission of TUI's MBA Program is to prepare students to effectively function in a global business environment using critical analysis and solution-finding for practical business issues. Additional emphasis is on development of scholarly knowledge. The MBA offers a variety of knowledge concentrations so that students will be prepared to work as managers and business analysts with advanced knowledge in at least one area of business competence. Our student-centered philosophy serves those business students who have traditionally been underserved due to limitations of time, distance, and/or occupation.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of their respective program option, graduates should be able to:

1. Function at the professional middle management level in his/her chosen field of business administration
2. Demonstrate effective written communication in an advanced business environment
3. Analyze complex business situations and offer and evaluate alternative solutions
4. Apply business knowledge, concepts, and frameworks to dynamic business situations
5. Function as an effective team leader
6. Marshal and manage relevant resources in uncertain and global business environments
7. Integrate, apply, and synthesize knowledge across the functional areas of business
8. Enter an accredited Ph.D. program in business administration without further preparation

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration

Program Mission Statement:
The Ph.D. in Business Administration prepares professionals from various sectors, including academia, the military, and the private sector, to serve as educators, researchers, and scholars. All students in the program will develop advanced research skills directed toward the creation of new knowledge demonstrated by a Ph.D. Dissertation. Students will gain knowledge and skills that may be used to function at the entry level of university professorial track teaching. Students will gain an extensive background and comprehension of various areas of business administration and will learn skills needed for acquisition and application of advanced knowledge including current developments in their area of specialty. Graduates will demonstrate effective scholarly writing and presentation, as well as skills needed to design, perform, compile, and successfully defend a doctoral level dissertation. The program also provides students with the ability to make contributions by publishing in peer-reviewed journals and/or presenting research in professional conferences.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of their respective program specialization, the graduate should be able to:

1. Function at the entry level of university professorial track teaching in the area of business administration.
2. Demonstrate effective scholarly writing and presentation skills in the field of business administration.
3. Demonstrate a comprehensive background, understanding, and comprehension of organizational studies as well as a functional area of business of their choice.
4. Demonstrate the acquisition of advanced knowledge and comprehension including current developments in an area of specialty within the field of business administration.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge, comprehension, and application of advanced research skills in the field of business.
6. Demonstrate the ability to design, perform, compile, and successfully defend a doctoral level research dissertation in the field of business administration.
7. Demonstrate the ability to make contributions and publish in peer-reviewed business journals and/or present research at a professional conference.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Program Mission Statement:
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program is to prepare its students for productive computer science based careers in government, business, industry, and not-for-profit organizations by providing academic excellence, unparalleled access and compassionate student support. The BSCS program provides its graduates with a body of knowledge applicable to the present computing environment and a set of skills adaptable to the future computing needs.

Program Learning Outcomes:

The BSCS program enables students to achieve, by the time of graduation, abilities to:

1. Apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.
2. Analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
3. Design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
4. Communicate effectively with others to accomplish a common goal.
5. Explain professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities.
6. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
7. Analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society.
8. Engage in continuing professional development.
9. Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
10. Apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
11. Apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.

Master of Arts in Education

Program Mission Statement:
TUI College of Education offers a Master of Arts in Education (MAED). The program is designed for students with a Bachelor’s degree. The degree includes 36 credits of graduate level courses designed to promote analytical and problem solving skills with regard to the following concentrations: Teaching and Instruction, Educational Leadership, Higher Education and E-Learning, Early Childhood Education and Aviation Education.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the respective program options, the graduate should be able to:

1. Critically analyze the historical, social, economic, and political influences on education institutions and practices.
2. Identify the structures in education organizations that can be mobilized for engagement in practice.
3. Delineate the roles and tasks of education leaders and education professionals in a range of institutions.
4. Apply education leadership theories and research skills that promote accountability and advancement of student-centered education.
5. Recognize and analyze sources of diversity and inequity related to the needs of marginalized individuals/populations.
6. Identify and analyze legal and ethical issues that arise in education practices and institutions.
7. Write scholarly essays on policy, programs and issues relating to education and education leadership.

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership

Program Mission Statement:
The Ph.D. in Educational Leadership prepares professionals from various sectors, including K-12 and higher education, to serve as leaders, educators, researchers, and scholars. All students in the program will develop advanced research skills directed toward the creation of new knowledge demonstrated by a Ph.D. Dissertation. Students will gain knowledge and skills that may be used to function at the entry level of university professorial track teaching or at the highest levels of organizations. Students will gain an extensive background and comprehension of various areas of education and will learn skills needed for acquisition and application of advanced knowledge including current developments in their area of specialty. Graduates will demonstrate effective scholarly writing and presentation, as well as skills needed to design, perform, compile, and successfully defend a doctoral level dissertation. The program also provides students with the ability to make contributions by publishing in peer-reviewed journals and/or presenting research in professional conferences. Students planning to enter an academic career in post secondary education will learn skills for effective teaching in academic education profession programs.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of their respective program specialization, the graduate should be able to:

1. Establish evidence of advanced research skills directed toward the creation of new knowledge.
2. Describe and distinguish, in a comprehensive manner, the various theories and their applications in specific areas of education.
3. Produce and present scholarly writing based on rigorous scholarly research.
4. Comply with legal and ethical requirements for research.
5. Develop the ability to function in professional track teaching positions and/or exercise leadership at high levels of educational organizations. College of Education Catalog.
6. Design and conduct doctoral level research and successfully defend a dissertation.
7. Make significant and relevant contributions to the current body of scientific knowledge.

Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management

Program Mission Statement:
The MSEDM degree program's mission is to (a) increase military students' opportunities for career development, (b) prepare graduates to play an active role in the military's humanitarian mission in emergency and disaster responses, and (c) help to prepare military graduates to transition into civilian EDM roles upon completion of military service.

Program Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of theories and practices relevant to emergency and disaster management.
2. Apply effective solutions and responses to problems of a physical and psychological nature experienced in a disaster aftermath.
3. Develop emergency plans that meet state and federal guideline and demonstrate effective communication skills.
4. Critically assess new developments and advances relevant to emergency and disaster management.
5. Apply, in a critical manner, legal and ethical practice and decision making as an emergency and disaster management professional.
6. Analyze and evaluate disaster threats to public health infrastructure to effectively integrate and develop coordinated responses with various agencies in disaster mitigation.
7. Identify and critically evaluate research findings in emergency and disaster management.
8. Distinguish between and reconcile the economic, political and social forces that impact the environment in which the emergency and disaster management professional functions.

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences

Program Mission Statement:
TUI University College of Health Sciences offers the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences degree program with distinguished concentrations and program options. The goal of the program is to prepare graduates with a firm foundation in the Health Sciences that will support entry into Health Education, Environmental Health and Healthcare Management positions, or to enter graduate education in a health-related field. Our purpose is to produce highly competent, ethical, caring health professionals who can effect change for the better in the healthcare industry and health-related fields. Our goal is to use an evidence-based on-line teaching model and establish a student centered learning environment where undergraduates can expand their knowledge and skills.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of their respective program option, graduates should be able to:

1. Identify and apply appropriate theories, concepts, or models within the health sciences field.
2. Integrate diverse perspectives or cultural differences in recommending an appropriate strategy, plan or course of action within the health sciences field.
3. Apply quantitative reasoning skills to evaluate data or other health information.
4. Demonstrate information literacy in the health sciences field.
5. Develop effective written documents and presentations as professionally appropriate at the health or healthcare administrative level, e.g., reports, proposals, PowerPoint presentations, educational materials.

Master of Science in Health Sciences

Program Mission Statement:
The TUI College of Health Sciences offers the M.S. in Health Sciences degree program with a variety of concentrations/specialties. The goal of the program is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed for effective managerial and leadership careers in various health fields.

Students will learn to discern among, implement and evaluate new developments and advances in fields of health practice including health education, health care management, public health, emergency and disaster management, as well as others. Individuals will learn to balance the needs of health practice within various sociopolitical and economic environments.

The program is also designed to provide students with the ability to critically evaluate research findings in applicable fields of practice. Students will develop knowledge and skills in ethical and legal decision making. The program also promotes educational opportunities for career advancement, employment mobility, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of their respective program option, graduates should be able to:

1. Identify and apply appropriate theories, concepts, or models within the health sciences field.
2. Integrate diverse perspectives or cultural differences in recommending an appropriate strategy, plan or course of action within the health sciences field.
3. Apply quantitative reasoning skills to evaluate data or other health information.
4. Demonstrate information literacy in the health sciences field.
5. Develop effective written documents and presentations as professionally appropriate at the health or healthcare administrative level, e.g., reports, proposals, PowerPoint presentations, educational materials.

Master of Science in Health Administration (MSHA)

Program Mission Statement:
This program seeks to provide academic excellence, unparalleled access and compassionate student support to adult learners throughout the world seeking to obtain graduate-level content expertise in Health Administration, including the organization and function of health systems.

Program Outcomes:

By the end of this MSHA degree program, graduates should be able to:

1. Identify and apply appropriate models and theories to approach and address administrative healthcare problems or issues.
2. Evaluate multiple or competing perspectives and options, and recommend appropriate administrative plans or courses of action for a healthcare problem or issue.
3. Apply quantitative skills and methods to evaluate healthcare data/information.
4. Critically evaluate professional literature in the field of health administration.
5. Develop effective written documents and presentations as professionally appropriate at the healthcare administrative level, e.g., executive reports, business plans, and presentations.

Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences

Program Mission Statement:
The mission of the Ph.D. Program in Health Sciences is to prepare professionals from health related fields as researchers, scholars, leaders, and educators in their area of research interests.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of their respective program specialization, the graduate should be able to:

1. Demonstrate evidence of advanced research skills directed toward the discovery of new knowledge in the field of health science.
2. Describe and distinguish, in a comprehensive manner, the various theories and their applications to specific areas of health sciences.
3. Produce and present scholarly writing based on rigorous scholarly research.
4. Design and conduct doctoral level research and successfully defend a dissertation.
5. Comply with and understand the basis of the legal and ethical requirements for research.
6. Make significant and relevant contributions to the current body of scientific knowledge.
7. Develop the ability to successfully function in professorial track teaching or at high levels of organizational administration.

Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management

Program Mission Statement:
This program offers academic excellence, unparalleled access and compassionate student support to adult learners throughout the world seeking to obtain college-level content expertise in Human Resource Management, preparing them to pursue a professional career in the areas of human resource management and to effectively function in a global business environment.

Program Outcomes:

By the end of this degree program, graduates should be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of Human Resources functions and be able to apply the knowledge to "get, keep, and grow" talent.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the effects of Human Resources Management on business and society.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the ethical implications of business decisions and actions.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic business functions (accounting, marketing, finance, organizational behavior, strategic management).
5. Demonstrate effective communication skills in a business environment.
6. Apply knowledge of cultural issues and diversity to function effectively in global and local business environments.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of group dynamics and interpersonal skills needed to be an effective leader and manager.
8. Conduct library/internet research and critically evaluate information sources.

Master of Science in Human Resource Management

Program Mission Statement:
This program offers academic excellence, unparalleled access and compassionate student support to adult learners throughout the world seeking to obtain graduate-level content expertise in Human Resource Management.

Program Outcomes:

By the end of this MSHRM degree program, graduates should be able to:

• Identify and apply appropriate quantitative metrics measurement and qualitative business models to:

1. Evaluate human resource management systems performance
2. Solve complex problems and ethical dilemmas in human resource management
1. Conduct library/internet research and critically evaluate information sources.
2. Demonstrate effective written and oral communications at all levels of the organization.
3. Analyze complex human resource situations, integrate ethical decision making and offer and evaluate alternative solutions to problems and decisions.
4. Evaluate metrics and other information representing diverse perspectives, conflicting evidence, competing interests and priorities and determine an ethical, optimal course of action.
5. Apply a strategic systems perspective to improve, integrate and align human resource management goals and objectives with the organization's overall strategic goals to add value.
6. Execute human resource management research by finding, collecting, measuring and evaluating human resource management systems data.
7. Apply up-to-date HRM systems, processes and procedures within all sizes of organizations.
8. Demonstrate the ability to assess cultural, international and/or global perspectives relating to the management of human resources.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management

Program Mission Statement:
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management program is to prepare students for a career in a broad range of information-based fields including careers within government, business, and not-for-profit organizations. Specifically, the program provides students with a basic understanding of both technical issues in IT management (databases, networks, security, etc.) and managerial applications (financial and marketing information systems, systems design, etc.), along with a solid foundation in the function of information systems in management and the social and ethical dimensions of IT practice. Emphasis is placed on the integration of the social and technical components of IT systems and the need to jointly manage both aspects of information management. Graduates will be well equipped to support senior IT personnel working across different managerial areas, by virtue of their exposure to an extremely wide range of IT concerns and problems during their training and the emphasis during that training on speaking the language of different areas of management and technologies and being able to mediate and translate between these different points of view.

Program Learning Outcomes:

The BSITM program enables students to achieve, by the time of graduation, abilities to:

1. Describe various computing hardware configurations, including the major components of systems, the kinds of choices among them to be made; identify reasons why an organization might prefer one set of hardware configurations over others.
2. Identify the major classes of computer software, describe how different kinds of software support different organizational functions; outline effective processes for software development and/or selection, including the relative advantages and disadvantages of open-source vs. proprietary programs.
3. Describe the implementation of information technology in socio-technical terms, including joint optimization of social and technical systems and the stages of implementation; explain how effective project management can support implementation and integrate new systems into the organization's overall mission and goals.
4. Describe how information is used in organizational decision making, and how organizational strategies interact with information management strategies; explain how information security conditions organizational strategies, and the costs and benefits of different approaches.
5. Describe how various social, economic, and environmental factors affect the information available to organizations, and the role of specialized and legacy systems in decision making; outline likely changes forthcoming in information technologies and their possible organizational effects.

Master of Science in Information Technology Management

Program Mission Statement:
The Masters of Science in Information Technology Management will provide candidates with the information technology skills to contribute to the management and integration of information technology in organizations.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of their respective program option, graduates should be able to:

1. Function at the professional management level in his/her chosen field of information technology management.
2. Demonstrate effective written communication skills in an advanced information technology environment.
3. Perform critical analysis of complex information technology situations and offer and evaluate alternative solutions.
4. Apply information technology knowledge, concepts, and frameworks to dynamic business situations.
5. Marshal and manage relevant information technology resources particularly in uncertain and global business environments.
6. Integrate, apply, and synthesize knowledge across the functional areas of information technology.
7. Demonstrate awareness of and work effectively in a diverse organization within an information technology environment.
8. Recognize, analyze, and confront ethical and social responsibility issues in information technology management.