Paul College Business & Economics (PAUL)

PAUL 405 - FIRE: First-Year Innovation and Research Experience I

Credits: 1

FIRE (First Year Innovation and Research Experience) is designed to support a successful transition to college life, both personally and academically. Mentored by upperclassmen, this course assists students in navigating campus resources, developing academic success strategies, and working collaboratively with their peers. The course encourages goal setting, innovation, research skills, and builds the foundation to be successful in the university and at Paul College through a year-long group project that extends into PAUL 406. PAUL 405 and 406 are required for all first-year students in Paul College.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 406 - First-Year Innovation and Research Experience II

Credits: 1

Building on the foundation established in PAUL 405: FIRE I, this course guides students through the culmination of their year-long research projects with a focus on professional development, business plan creation, and effective presentation skills. Students refine their research into actionable strategies, incorporate sustainability and ethical considerations, and prepare polished business plans for real-world application. The course emphasizes professional communication, teamwork, and critical thinking, culminating in the FIRE Undergraduate Research Conference where projects are evaluated by alumni, faculty, and staff. PAUL 406 provides students with the skills, experience, and confidence to translate research into impact.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 407 - Paul Scholars Seminar

Credits: 1

Weekly seminar curriculum is designed to guide academically talented students to achieve their full potential, enhancing their overall educational experience at UNH. The course will expose the Paul Scholars to the high-impact opportunities available at UNH (study abroad, study away, research, etc.) and guide students in evaluating current and desired skillsets leading to the identification of experiences to close their skills gap. Students are responsible for attending and participating in all class sessions and other activities as assigned throughout the course.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 408 - Inclusive Leadership Fellows Seminar

Credits: 1

This course is designed to empower the Inclusive Leadership Fellows through mentorship, skill development, and exposure to diverse perspectives. The aim is to enhance leadership skills, foster a sense of belonging, and provide opportunities for networking and professional growth.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

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PAUL 409 - Paul Academic Recovery Course

Credits: 1

PARC is a semester-long course designed for first-year Paul College students who have received an academic notice. The course focuses on helping students regain good academic standing by developing essential academic skills and strategies. Using the foundational pillars of preparation, action, reflection, and connection, students will learn to manage their time effectively, utilize resources, and foster a growth mindset. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the tools needed for continued success at Paul College and beyond.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

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PAUL 450 - Personal Finance

Credits: 4

This course will provide an overview of the personal financial planning process, including the establishment of goals and objectives, forecasting of lifetime income and expenditures, evaluation of investment options, money management, and understanding of all the many ways a person can achieve their financial goals through various strategies. The course covers the concepts, theories and analytical methods used in professional personal financial planning. Students analyze the effects of inflation, changing interest rates and taxation (high level taxation) on their investment decisions. The course is designed to expose students to all of the directly applicable mathematical formulas involved in the finance world that we utilize on a daily basis.

Attributes: Quantitative Reasoning(Disc)

Grade Mode: Letter Grading

PAUL 505 - FOCUS: Finding Opportunities, Careers, and University Success

Credits: 2

This course supports the success of second-year students at Paul College by helping them build a strong academic and professional foundation. Through online assignments, peer-led workshops, program events, and campus partnerships, students will explore academic pathways, prioritize personal and professional development opportunities, and connect their interests to future career opportunities. Emphasizing both individual growth and community engagement, the FOCUS Program fosters an inclusive environment that elevates student well-being, university success, and career readiness. PAUL 505 is required for all second-year students at Paul College.

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PAUL 520 - Topics I

Credits: 1-4

Special Topics, vary by semester.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 620 - Topics

Credits: 4

Special topics, vary by semester.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

Grade Mode: Letter Grading

PAUL 626 - Supervised Student Teaching

Credits: 2-4

Participants are expected to perform such functions as leading discussion groups, assisting faculty in undergraduate courses that they have successfully completed. For juniors and seniors with 3.0 or better cumulative GPA. No more than four credits may be earned for their role as an instructional assistant in any one course. Permission of instructor and undergraduate programs office required.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credits.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 660 - BiP-Social Intelligence Topics

Credits: 2

Business in Practice: Social Intelligence develops students' abilities to navigate complex social relationships and environments. An emphasis is placed on experiential learning and instruction from business professionals. Rotating topic courses are offered to meet the needs of the ever-changing business environment. Cr/F, unless noted as letter graded in the section or additional course details.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 670 - BiP-Analytical Intelligence Topics

Credits: 2

Business in Practice: Analytical Intelligence develops students' abilities to analyze ideas, solve problems and make decisions. An emphasis is placed on experiential learning and instruction from business professionals. Rotating topic courses are offered to meet the needs of the ever-changing business environment. Cr/F, unless noted as letter graded n the section or additional course details.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 680 - BiP-Competitive & Professional Intelligence Topics

Credits: 2

Business in Practice: Competitive Intelligence develops students' abilities to gather, analyze, and distribute information and ideas about products, customers, competitors or the external environment. An emphasis is placed on experiential learning and instruction from business professionals. Rotating topic courses are offered to meet the needs of the ever-changing business environment. Cr/F, unless noted as letter graded in the section or additional course description.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 690 - BiP-Professional Intelligence Topics

Credits: 2

Business in Practice: Professional Intelligence develops students' abilities to achieve professional success. An emphasis is placed on experiential learning and instruction from business professionals. Rotating topic courses are offered to meet the needs of the ever-changing business environment. Cr/F, unless noted as letter graded in the section or additional course details.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 705 - Supervised Student Teaching: Peer Advisor

Credits: 0-2

Training course for peer advisors to prepare for leading student FIRE Teams. For Paul College juniors and seniors with 3.0 or better cumulative GPA. Permission from Undergraduate Programs Office required.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 720 - Topics II

Credits: 4

Special topics, vary by semester.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

Grade Mode: Letter Grading

PAUL 725 - Independent Study

Credits: 1-4

Individual research projects that are student designed. Initial sponsorship of a Paul College faculty member must be obtained followed by approval of Paul advisor and Dean's Office. Special permission required to earn more than 4 credits in one semester. For Paul College Juniors and Seniors with 3.0 or better cumulative GPA.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

Grade Mode: Letter Grading

PAUL 725W - Independent Study

Credits: 1-4

Individual research projects that are student designed. Initial sponsorship of Paul College faculty member must be obtained followed by approval of Paul advisor and Dean's Office. Special permission required to earn more than 4 credits in one semester. For Paul College Juniors and Seniors with 3.0 or better cumulative GPA.

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

Grade Mode: Letter Grading

PAUL 790 - Honors/The Workshop

Credits: 2

Open to students enrolled in the Paul Honors Program, this workshop is specifically designed for honors students starting the program in their junior year. It is designed to enable students to share the work they are doing for the honors designated course. The workshop will also include guest speakers and other programming of interest to Paul Honors Students.

Attributes: Honors course

Equivalent(s): ADMN 790

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 792 - Honors Seminar

Credits: 2

This course is designed to broaden perspectives, creating a socially conscious mindset of the impact of business activity. Students will explore a variety of topics with a focus that is open to various global issues, the future of business, or learn about faculty research interests in a relaxed environment. This seminar will allow students to see the cross-disciplinary nature of business practices and research.

Attributes: Honors course

Equivalent(s): ADMN 792

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 794 - Honors/The Research Process

Credits: 2

Open to students enrolled in the Paul Honors Program, this course is designed to help students formulate a thesis topic, learn the skills needed to write a thesis and serve as a mechanism for pairing students with a faculty thesis advisor. In addition, students will be expected to attend several research seminars.

Attributes: Honors course

Equivalent(s): ADMN 794

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

PAUL 795 - Internship

Credits: 1-4

The internship is designed to provide practical experience in a major related field (organizations may include: business, industry, health, public service, non-profit), Supervision to be provided by a qualified individual in the organization, with student consultation by a faculty sponsor. Written report required. Initial sponsorship of an Paul College faculty member must be obtained followed by approval of PAUL advisor and Dean's Office. Special permission required to earn more than 4 credits in one semester. For Paul College Juniors and Seniors with 3.0 or better cumulative GPA.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. May be repeated up to 4 times.

Equivalent(s): ADMN 795

Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading