Bachelor of Science in Psychology
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology program is designed to provide students real world application of psychological concepts and theories. Students will develop analytic, interpersonal, and leadership skills to be competitive in today’s job market.
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology prepares the student to:
- Examine the impact of human behavior and mental processes within the workplace.
- Apply psychological theories and concepts within an organization.
- Analyze and interpret research in psychology to help make informed business decisions.
- Employ critical thinking and analytic skills to develop leadership traits.
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology program competencies:
- Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
- Integrate psychological principles with self, social, and organizational systems.
- Demonstrate a personal leadership style that can be applied to complex/adaptive settings.
- Construct effective strategies for self-management and self-improvement.
Degree Requirements
Courses: General Education
| COMS201 | Technical and Professional Writing | 4.5 |
| ENGL101 | Composition and Critical Thinking | 4.5 |
| ENGL103 | Composition: Writing and Research | 4.5 |
| HIST101 | Modern American History: 1950 to the 21st Century | 4.5 |
| ELE | Humanities or Social Science Elective (4.5) | 4.5 |
| MATH102 | Introduction to College Math | 4.5 |
| MATH106 | Algebra for Business | 4.5 |
| PHIL101 | Introduction to Ethics | 4.5 |
| PSYC102 | Introductory Psychology | 4.5 |
| SCI101 | Introduction to the Sciences | 4.5 |
| SCI103 | Science and Technology- Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
| SCI201 | Environmental Science and Sustainability | 4.5 |
| SCI203 | Environmental Science and Sustainability - Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
| SOCL102 | Introductory Sociology | 4.5 |
| SOCL340 | Diversity in American Life | 4.5 |
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| UNIV104 | Academic and Career Success | 4.5 |
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| HUMELE | Humanities Elective | 4.5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 66 |
Courses: Core
| BHVS205 | Managerial Psychology | 4 |
| BHVS215 | Motivation and Emotion | 4 |
| BHVS315 | Interpersonal Communication and Dynamics | 4 |
| BHVS316 | Psychology and Mass Media | 4 |
| BHVS320 | Analytical Reasoning and Presentation of Data | 4 |
| BHVS400 | The Psychology of Creativity and Ingenuity | 4 |
| BHVS410 | Positivist Psychology and Leadership | 4 |
| HUMN400 | Psychological Aspects of Cinema | 4 |
| ELE | Elective | 4 |
| PSYC125 | Historical Perspectives on Modern Psychology | 4 |
| PSYC205 | Psychology in the Workplace | 4 |
| PSYC210 | Social Psychology | 4 |
| PSYC310 | Organizational Psychology | 4 |
| PSYC315 | Biological Foundations of Behavior: The Brain | 4 |
| PSYC320 | Theories of Personality | 4 |
| PSYC337 | Abnormal Psychology in the Workplace | 4 |
| PSYC355 | Learning and Cognition | 4 |
| PSYC360 | Psychological Tests and Measurements | 4 |
| PSYC498 | Psychology Capstone | 4 |
| RES305 | Introduction to Social Science Research Methods | 4 |
| RES310 | Applied Research Methods in Psychology | 4 |
| UNIV301 | Careers in Psychology | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 88 |
Courses: Concentration
| ELE | 24 credits from the Concentration Elective Choices | 24 |
| PSYC499 | Change and Emerging Trends in the Field of Psychology | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 28 |
Courses: General Education Humanities and Social Science Elective Choices
| LITR201 | Literature: A Reflection of Life | 4.5 |
| PSYC201 | Human Development | 4.5 |
Courses: Core Elective Choices
| PSYC350 | Human Sexuality | 4 |
| PSYC405 | Psychology of Health and Well-Being in the Workplace | 4 |
Courses: Concentration Elective Choices
| CB450 | Orientation to the Consumer Behavior Profession | 4 |
| CB455 | Marketing Management, Strategy, and Research | 4 |
| CB460 | Sales and Advertising | 4 |
| CB465 | The Psychology of Consumer Economic Behavior | 4 |
| CB470 | Consumer Behavior: The Individual | 4 |
| CB475 | Consumer Behavior: Groups and Society | 4 |
| PSYC420 | Communication and Interviewing Skills | 4 |
| PSYC422 | Community Psychology | 4 |
| PSYC424 | Diversity | 4 |
| PSYC426 | Leadership | 4 |
| PSYC428 | Neuroscience: The Brain | 4 |
| PSYC430 | Spirituality and Faith | 4 |
| PSYC434 | Stress Management | 4 |
| PSYC405 | Psychology of Health and Well-Being in the Workplace | 4 |
| OB450 | Orientation to the Organizational Behavior Profession | 4 |
| OB455 | Consulting Skills | 4 |
| OB460 | Creating Change in Individuals and Organizations | 4 |
| OB465 | Adult Learning: Corporate Training and Development | 4 |
| OB470 | Developing Human Resources | 4 |
Total Credit Hours: 182