I am here to learn how to be a better Online Professor, Instructor and Facilitator. Furthermore, I am here to learn more about integrating technologies to enhance the learning experiences for my students as well as networking with professional from around the world.

I am here to teach in the areas of retail management, managerial ethics, leadership, organizational change, organizational behavior, organizational development, organizational communication and human resource management.

I am currently attending school at the University of Phoenix Online and pursuing my Doctorate of Management in Organizational Leadership. School keeps me very busy and out of trouble for the most part. I am working on my Dissertation which is not as much fun as it sounds. Outside of school, I enjoy reading philosophy specifically The Age of Enlightenment and watching cartoons on Cartoon Network such as Ben 10 Alien Force. We all have our vices and cartoons are my VICE.

Online Professor, Instructor and Facilitator at Ashford University1000+ | Publicly held | Education
April, 2007 to Present
Bachelors Level Program
The mission of Ashford University is to provide accessible, affordable, innovative, high-quality learning opportunities and degree programs that meet the diverse needs of individuals pursuing integrity in their lives, professions, and communities.

Courses taught online using eCollege and Blackboard:

BUS 303: Human Resource Management (online)
An introduction to the field of human resource management. Topics to be discussed include communication, motivation, and management of personnel. The course includes a review of current standards and practices as well as the legal environment.

MGT 330: Management for Organizations (online)
This course presents an introduction to management theory and practice, including the inter-relatedness that the planning, organizing, leading, and controlling functions play in the multicultural, technology-driven and global organizations of the 21st century.

MGT 415: Group Behavior in Organizations (online)
Theory and research are applied to the study of group dynamics, processes encountered in the small-group setting, group productivity, decision-making, group communication, resolving group conflict and diversity.

MGT 435: Organizational Change (online)
In this course, students will study and apply alternative theories, models and strategies for creating and managing organizational change. The effectiveness of management tools in problem-solving and decision-making to bring about change within organizations are examined.

MGT 450 Strategic Planning for Organizations (online)
Strategic Planning introduces students to various management planning models and techniques, and applies these to actual business cases. This course stresses the concepts of both strategic planning and strategic management.

SOC 402: Contemporary Social Problems & the Workplace (online)
This course presents an analysis of major contemporary social problems, especially in the United States. Attention is given to the problems of poverty, racism, sexism, drug and alcohol abuse, and illiteracy, and their impact on the contemporary workplace.

Additional classes taught in Blackboard that I am approved to teach for Ashford University:

BUS 201 Principles of Management (online)
This course is an introduction to the nature and problems of management and organizations, leadership and control. The relationships between the needs of the individual, the organization and society are examined.

BUS 250 Corporate & Social Responsibility (online)
This course explores philosophic perspectives for understanding the meaning of corporate responsibility in society, and considers the leadership roles of managers in implementing corporate and social responsibilities.

BUS 318 Organizational Behavior (online)
This course is designed to develop the student’s skills in the understanding of factors that affect how individuals and groups act and interact with one another and with management. It also looks
at how organizations manage their internal environment with the aim of improving productivity, efficiency, and communications among members.

COM 200 Interpersonal Communication (online)
This course is designed to aid students in understanding the dynamics of interpersonal relationships. Verbal and nonverbal communication patterns between people in personal, social, academic, and professional settings will be examined, and the nature of those interactions will be evaluated using contemporary communication theory.

COM 425 Communication in Organizations (online)
This course investigates the role of communication in creating an effective and ethical organizational environment. Students will be assisted in developing and strengthening such communication skills as self-awareness, interpersonal competence and team skills.

MGT 380 Leadership for Organizations (online)
Several leadership styles are examined in this course. Emphasis is placed on developing effective leadership in organizations and personal enterprises, and on developing ethical leadership perspectives in personal and professional decision-making.

MGT 445 Human Resource Management (online)
This course applies theory and research to human resource management (HRM) policies and practices, including attaining organizational goals, legal concerns, labor relations, strategic analysis,
the HRM role in shaping organization and employee behavior, applying technology and systems to HRM, and HRM problems/issues.

MGT 451 Strategic Planning Capstone
Culminating the aggregate knowledge of a business program, the Strategic Planning Capstone introduces students to various management planning models and techniques. Application of strategic planning concepts is stressed throughout the curriculum.

PHI 445 Personal & Organizational Ethics (online)
This course studies the theories and paradigms underlying personal and organizational values and ethical principles, how personal values and ethical principles relate to the organizations in which people function.

SOC 120 Introduction to Ethics & Social Responsibility (online)
This course introduces the basic ethical concepts and explores philosophic perspectives for understanding the meaning of social responsibility. Topics include ethical theories, the role of government, the role of corporations, environmental issues, and ethical integrity.

Doctorate of Management(Organizational Leadership)
University Of Phoenix
February, 2004 to Present

I love watching television when I get the chance. I am a huge science fiction fan. I also like Star Trek, Stargate, Battlestar Galactica, The Simpsons, CSI, Law & Order, Ben 10 Alien Force, The Three Stooges, and anything Bugs Bunny.

I enjoy reading a wide selection of books written by Isaac Asimov, Terry Brooks, Steven Pressfield, Clive Cussler, Joan Wolf, and my friend Steven Pressfield. The Gates of Fire by Steven Pressfield is one of the best books I have ever read.

I have several favorite movies: Star Wars, Star Trek, Excalibur, Office Space, 300, Patton, and many more.

I am not what you would call an avid music listener, but I enjoy it as much as anything else. I do enjoy the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd, CCR, Queen, and music of that genre.

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