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ELAN445 Forensic Linguistics
Credits: 3 (3, 0, 0) Prerequisites: ELAN130
Introduces students to the analysis of language for legal purposes and provides them with first‐
hand experience in forensic linguistics. The course focuses on the application of linguistic theory,
research, and procedures to issues of the law. The students will have gained an understanding of
the scope of forensic linguistics in the context of applied linguistics and allied forensic disciplines,
an understanding of methods of description and analysis in forensic linguistics, and experience
with methodological tools and their application in the context of forensic linguistics and
understanding of the role of models and paradigms in forensic linguistic research. In their final
project, students will review forensic linguistics case studies.

ELAN460 Professional and Ethical Issues
Credits: 3 (3, 0, 0) Prerequisites: None
This course will provide a values-based approach to ethical professionalism and provide a method
of thinking about and dealing with ethical issues in the workplace. The course will provide a
discussion of what a profession is and what it means to act professionally. It will include a
discussion of the features of moral reasoning and provide a case resolution method for dealing
with ethical issues of the work place. The course will cover in-depth those values central to the
moral life of any professional: integrity, respect for others, justice, compassion, and responsibility.

ELE103 Stress Management
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisites: None
This course explores the factors and causes of stress. Students study the different theoretical
perspectives about stress and learn a variety of practical stress management skills and techniques
in coping with stress.

ELE109 Public Relations
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisites: None
The course examines the basic public relations concepts and processes. The course aim is to
enhance student understanding of the media, communications, social sciences and the corporate
world. Strategies and tactics on how to build and maintain good reputations and communicate
effectively with employees, the media, community groups and others important audiences are
discussed and debated.

ELE110 Entrepreneurship
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisites: None
The course presents an overview of entrepreneurship. All steps in the entrepreneurship process,
from evaluating a business idea through to the launch of a business, are examined. Useful models
and frameworks, complemented by practical advice and guidelines, offer students a solid
foundation to launch their own businesses while understanding the various risks their startup may
face. This course has equips students with a set of lenses through which they can better identify
and actively filter new-business opportunities and obtain the skills and confidence to plan and
launch their business.

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