BU435 Health and Wellnes for Business Professionals (3 cr.)

This course examines the theories, concepts and best practices used by business professionals for maintaining health and well-being.  Students examine their own health and wellness to improve and maintain good emotional and physical health in the context of their busy careers.  Perceptions regarding stress and how to reframe stressful situations are examined.  Standardized self-assessment inventories are utilized.  Students create an action plan to address areas for health and wellness improvement.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Explain the importance of maintaining emotional and physical health in the context of busy work and personal life environments.     
2. Evaluate the current state of one’s own emotional health and well-being.
3. Analyze perceptions regarding stress and its impact on emotional and physical health.
4. Examine the various techniques for creating a healthier lifestyle.
5. Implement an action plan to address areas for health and wellness improvement.