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STDEV 140

Life Planning and Decision Making

Course Description

Individual development in life planning and decision making, emphasizing personal maturity, goal setting, and decision making abilities in areas of common concern to young adults.

When Taught

All Semesters/Terms

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

0

Note

Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

Title

Time Management

Learning Outcome

Learn the principles of time management and how it applies to decision making and life planning.

Title

Goal Setting

Learning Outcome

Learn the components of goal setting and accomplishment and be able to set attainable goals for yourself.

Title

Developmental Theories

Learning Outcome

Understand developmental theories as they relate to young adult development, and evaluate your individual progress within the scope of these theories.

Title

Decision Making

Learning Outcome

Learn the main components of decision making and come to a better understanding of your personal decision making style and ways in which you may want/need to adapt it to better suit your needs.

Title

Personality Development

Learning Outcome

Become familiar with basic concepts of personality development and be able to identify your individual personality strengths and challenges.