Bachelor of Science in Psychology

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology is a 182-credit-hour program consisting of 66 credit hours of general education, 88 credit hours focused on the psychology core, and 28 elective credit hours. This program is only offered online.

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology is designed to provide students real-world applications of psychological concepts and theories. The program is designed to foster analytical, interpersonal, and leadership skills. This program allows students to choose courses from a range of topics in psychology or choose a concentration in either organizational behavior or consumer behavior.

 

This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification.  As such, CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.

Mission Statement

The Psychology program’s mission is to develop versatile professionals through exposure to leadership, management and organizational concepts and strategies within the field of psychology. The program is designed to help students prepare for careers in applied psychology through management, administration, and/or sales. The Psychology program blends psychological principles with leadership and business principles to provide skills and techniques to address challenges that organizations are facing in the 21^st century.

Outcomes

BSPSYCH Program Level Outcomes:

1. Describe the major concepts theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
2. Demonstrate the value of diversity, equity and inclusion in the theory and practice of psychology.
3. Employ ethical standards, values and considerations in the theory and practice of psychology.
4. Use analytical thinking to integrate the concept of the self, social dynamics, and organizational workplace systems.
5. Communicate effectively as a professional in the field of psychology by developing and articulating ideas in accordance with the responsible use of data and source material. 
6. Establish a personal leadership style, informed by psychological principles, that focuses on effective management and improvement strategies.

Degree Requirements

Courses: General Education

COMS102	Dynamic Interactions and Professional Presence	4.5
COMS105	Interpersonal Communications	4.5
ENGL104	Introductory Written Communication	4.5
ENGL105	Professional Written Communications	4.5
GOVT201	American Government and Public Affairs	4.5
HIST101	Modern American History: 1950 to the 21st Century	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
UNIV104	Academic and Career Success	4.5
	or
HUMELE	Humanities Elective
	Total Credit Hours:	66

Courses: Core

BHVS205	Managerial Psychology	4
BHVS215	Motivation and Emotion	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
PSYC130	Group Dynamics	4
PSYC210	Social Psychology	4
PSYC309	Applied Social Science Research Methods	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
PSYC420	Communication and Interviewing Skills	4
PSYC422	Community Psychology	4
PSYC424	Diversity	4
PSYC426	Leadership	4
PSYC434	Stress Management	4
PSYC498	Psychology Capstone	4
UNIV201	Career Planning and Management	4
	Total Credit Hours:	88

Courses: Concentration

ELE	24 credits from the Concentration Elective Choices	24
PSYC428	Neuroscience: The Brain	4
	Total Credit Hours:	28

Courses: Concentration Elective Choices

BHVS315	Interpersonal Communication and Dynamics	4
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
PSYC405	Psychology of Health and Well-Being in the Workplace	4
PSYC428	Neuroscience: The Brain	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
OB475	Advanced OD Skills: Organization Interventions	4

Total Credit Hours: 182

 

Locations

• Virtual Campus

Area of Study

• Business & Management

Degree Level

• Bachelor