Bachelor of Applied Studies Emphasis Area: Creative Writing
The creative writing emphasis area provides students with an understanding of the multiple facets of written communication. It requires 18 semester hours.
Bachelor of Applied Studies Emphasis Area: Human Relations
The human relations emphasis area focuses on human development, personality theory, interpersonal and group communication, multiculturalism, professional ethics, and the development of helping skills. It requires 18 semester hours.
Bachelor of Applied Studies Emphasis Area: Justice Studies
The justice studies emphasis area requires 18 s.h. It is a good choice for students who hold associate degrees in disciplines such as community service, corrections, criminal justice, law enforcement, police science, or public safety.
Bachelor of Applied Studies Emphasis Area: Political Science
The political science emphasis area focuses on the United States’ political role in shaping social and public policy worldwide and on the interplay between foreign and domestic politics. It requires 18 semester hours.
Bachelor of Liberal Studies in Expression in Writing and Arts
The Expressions in Writing and Arts track embraces interconnections between literature, writing, visual arts, and creative expression.
The track requires 12 s.h. of foundation course work and 18 s.h. of upper-level course work (courses numbered 3000-4999) offered by distance education.
Bachelor of Liberal Studies in Family, Community and Social Support
The Family, Community and Social Support track focuses on human relations effectiveness in the social service sector. It explores mechanisms for the exchange of assistance through social relationships, especially as they relate to home, school, and community improvement.
The track requires 12 s.h. of foundation course work and 18 s.h. of upper-level course work (courses numbered 3000 - 4999) offered by distance education.
Bachelor of Liberal Studies Requirements
Track Area: Family, Community, and Social Support Track Requirements
Bachelor of Liberal Studies in Global Studies
The Global Studies track enables students to understand global issues and perspectives.
The track requires 12 s.h. of foundation course work and 18 s.h. of upper-level course work (courses numbered 3000 - 4999) offered by distance education.
Bachelor of Liberal Studies in Health and Human Studies
This track provides a foundation in the health sciences with a focus on social aspects of health care. It draws from courses in psychology and rehabilitation.
The track requires 12 s.h. of foundation course work and 18 s.h. of upper-level course work (courses numbered 3000 - 4999) offered by distance education.
Bachelor of Liberal Studies in Justice and Ethics Track
The Justice and Ethics explores ethical and moral solutions for contemporary social issues related to criminal, justice, and political systems.
The track requires 12 s.h. of foundation course work and 18 s.h. of upper-level course work (courses numbered 3000 - 4999) offered by distance education.
Bachelor of Liberal Studies in Organizational Studies Track
The Organizational Studies track focuses on management skills used in business enterprises.
The track requires 12 s.h. of foundation course work and 18 s.h. of upper-level course work (courses numbered 3000 - 4999) offered by distance education.
Bachelor of Liberal Studies Requirements
Track Area: Organizational Studies Requirements
Bachelor of Applied Studies (BAS)
With the BAS you complete an interdisciplinary curriculum in distribution areas you select. Emphasis areas may also be added and include: Creative Writing, Human Relations, Justice Studies, and Political Science.
Bachelor of Arts in Enterprise Leadership
The BA in Enterprise Leadership provides a unique blend of skills, theory, and content that will encourage you to apply your knowledge and skills on the job.
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
The BA in Political Science can provide a career pathway for work in the public, private and nonprofit sector including: campaign management, public policy, Peace Corps, and government administration.
Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS)
With the BLS program, you will complete an interdisciplinary curriculum in a track you select. Tracks include: Expression in Writing and Arts, Family, Community and Social Support, Global Studies, Health and Human Studies, Justice and Ethics, and Organizational Studies.
Bachelor of Science in Sport and Recreation Management
The BS in Sport and Recreation Management offers a comprehensive curriculum with a unique integrative business approach that prepares you to meet the challenges in the global sport arena.
Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)
Advance your career in nursing, with the RN-BSN degree program. The program offers a combination of online courses and experiential practicums at sites close to your home.
RT to BS in Radiation Sciences
The online BS in Radiation Sciences degree is for certified radiologic technologists and nuclear medicine technologists. Technologists select courses in BI, CT, CVI, or MRI to complete a BS degree and advance their career.
Certificate in Entrepreneurial Management
Empower your imagination to gain the knowledge you need to innovate in your chosen field. With a Certificate in Entrepreneurial Management, you are on the road to success.
Certificate in Event Management
The Certificate in Event Management provides students with an opportunity to learn the profession of event planning. It combines experiential learning with academic course work to prepare you for all the unexpected when coordinating events.
Certificate in Leadership Studies
Gain the knowledge and skills to proactively lead--whether it's a corporate, educational, or nonprofit environment. The world needs you!
Certificate in Museum Studies
The Certificate in Museum Studies provides a wide spectrum of museum endeavors, from organization and mission planning to institutional histories and current developments in the field.
Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropy
This certificate provides students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to participate and lead effectively in a a growing world of nonprofits.
Certificate in Writing
Increase your writing potential at a premier writing University. Courses are taught by engaging faculty including graduates of the Iowa Writers' Workshop.
Interscholastic Athletics/Activities Administration
Are you ready to work in a school district helping students succeed in athletics? Prepare yourself with this certificate.