Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems

at Enrollment Advisory Group - Concord University USA

The mission of the Social Work Program is to prepare students for beginning professional generalist social work practice in a wide range of settings, and with diverse population through education, research, and service with special appreciation for the peoples and institutions of West Virginia, Appalachia, and other rural areas. The program has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education since 1974. The accreditation applies to beginning level generalist social work practice. Upon completion of the requirements for the Bachelor of Social Work degree, the National Association of Social Workers will accept graduates as regular members of the Association. Additionally, graduates will be allowed to sit for the Social Work Licensure Exam.

Information systems specialists use their technology knowledge and skills to help businesses and other organizations achieve their goals. Students in this major will learn how to organize, analyze, and apply data to implement effective, efficient, and secure technology solutions.
 
Concord’s curriculum is designed to give students a strong background in computing that they can then apply to an area of interest. The curriculum’s design is guided by recommendations from the Association of Computing Machinery and the Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The core prepares students for a wide variety of careers and graduate school, but students can also choose one of five concentrations in which to specialize.

• Accounting and Control - Designed for students who are interested in pursuing careers in accounting information systems. Students in this concentration will learn to recommend and create software tools to support accounting and finance applications. This concentration is suitable for double majors in Business Administration.
• Geospatial Science - Designed for students interested in pursuing careers in geographic information systems. Students in this concentration will learn how to utilize computational tools to solve environmental and social challenges. This concentration is suitable for double majors in Geography.
• Information Technology - Designed for students interested in pursuing careers in data analytics or computer security. Students in this concentration will learn a broad array of skills that will be beneficial to any organization.
• Management - Designed for students interested in pursuing careers in information technology management or management information systems. Students in this concentration will learn how to utilize technology to drive business decisions. This concentration is suitable for double majors in Business Administration.
• Web - Designed for students interested in pursuing careers in web development or interactive media. tudents in this concentration will learn and apply design principles to create web pages and visualize information. This concentration is suitable for double majors in Advertising / Graphic Design and Studio Art.

The Department of Health Sciences also offers an undergraduate baccalaureate degree in Health Sciences.  For the BS in Health Sciences students may choose an area of study in one of four tracks: Pre Physical Therapy, Pre Athletic Training, Exercise Science, or Pre Professional studies.  We encourage students to select an area of emphasis that most closely aligns with their professional, academic, and career goals.

Pre-Physical Therapy
The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences—Pre-Physical Therapy degree prepares students for entry into Physical Therapy School. Students are presented with the classroom knowledge, hands-on skills, and practical experiences to assist them in achieving satisfying careers and making positive contributions to their profession and communities.

The newly updated major in Multimedia Production was designed with today's job market in mind. Students will be trained to capture and edit excellent video and audio content, while also having skills in promotion, web design, social media messaging, and Associated Press style writing. All of these areas are pivotal to success in today's digital world.

With hands on courses like Social Media Production, Video/Audio Field Production, Graphic Design, and Digital Presenting, students will use their strong base of theoretical communication and industry standard equipment in Concord's contemporary digital TV and Radio studios to create multidimensional projects that can be used on campus, as well as to build impressive resume material.

Students have flexibility within the degree to choose electives that meet their individual interests. Discover what excites you and make that your career goal!

The general objective of the psychology program is to prepare students for professional training in the field of psychology by providing an overview of the essential methods and findings of experimental, clinical, and theoretical psychology. The primary theoretical orientation of the program is behavioral although the students will be exposed to multiple theoretical orientations. The scientist-practitioner model is emphasized in applied courses. Opportunities are provided for both human and non-human experimental research through environmental manipulation.

Students seeking the Bachelor of Science degree may earn a major or a minor in psychology. Note required grade average as described in the Department of Social Sciences.

Students learn to:

• Think critically about psychological issues
• Design and carry out scientific studies in the laboratory and in the field
• Communicate their ideas and conclusions effectively

The Sociology - Criminology Emphasis program offers students seeking careers in criminology or criminal justice a broad liberal arts education that encourages them to think critically about crime and justice issues and prepares them for careers in the criminal justice systems or preparation for a graduate degree program.

A degree in chemistry can lead to a wide range of career opportunities, including health-related sciences, industry, and teaching. Students majoring in chemistry at CU complete foundational coursework introducing each of the five major branches of chemistry: Analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, physical chemistry, and inorganic chemistry. Selection of flexible advanced coursework in chemistry or other sciences allows our graduates to become multi-disciplinary specialists by completing one or more elective concentrations:

• Biochemistry (pre-Medicine), a block of electives integrating biology and chemistry designed for pre-Medical studies or a double major with biology;
• Geochemistry, a block of electives integrating geology and chemistry for environmental careers or a double major with environmental geosciences;
• Professional Chemistry, a block of courses in chemistry and physics for professional careers in chemistry, research, and graduate school admissions;
• 3+1 Health Sciences (pre-Pharmacy and pre-Clinical Lab Science), a program integrating a senior-year, off-campus residency at a School of Pharmacy or School of Medical Technology.

The Business Administration degree program at Concord University has  earned a business-specific accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).  Why does this matter?  ACBSP accreditation is a standard of excellence and superiority among business schools.  Such designation is a sign of student success and satisfaction in learning programs.  ACBSP means you are part of the best of the best.

Management
The mission of the management emphasis is to offer business students a curriculum that will prepare them to be effective managers; to equip them with critical thinking skills which will provide them with the knowledge to manage organizations and work with employees; to learn development skills to effectively lead people and manage projects; and to be valuable contributions to their organization and society.

Within the management emphasis, students gain extensive knowledge of basic business practices, focusing on coordinating efforts of people in order to accomplish goals & objectives, by using available resources effectively & efficiently.  Critical thinking skills are instilled in students so that can better understand various theories and concepts involved in becoming a successful manager. Real-world examples & case studies are used to help students make the transition from the classroom into the corporate world. There are opportunities for students to participate in state wide Business Plan Competitions, international trips, & to achieve high recognition through CAPSIM Business Strategy Simulation.

The Business Administration degree program at Concord University has  earned a business-specific accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).  Why does this matter?  ACBSP accreditation is a standard of excellence and superiority among business schools.  Such designation is a sign of student success and satisfaction in learning programs.  ACBSP means you are part of the best of the best.

Marketing
Marketing is a career-oriented emphasis that provides a professional education as a Bachelor of Science.  Students will become well-informed in advertising, promotion, sales, consumer behavior, public relations, marketing strategy, research, and in delivering value to customers. The mission of our marketing emphasis is to foster successful marketing professionals who provide outstanding value to their customers, employers, and communities.   

Marketing careers attract driven individuals from the creative to the analytical. The marketing emphasis provides a curriculum that will challenge you to develop & learn the expertise essential to work in nearly any industry today with a focus heavily on customer satisfaction. The emphasis in marketing focuses on preparing students for careers such as Brand, Product, Sales, Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, or PR Managers, as well as Research Analyst/Director, Media Director, Entrepreneur/Small Business Owner, or CRM Specialist.

The Business Administration degree program at Concord University has  earned a business-specific accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).  Why does this matter?  ACBSP accreditation is a standard of excellence and superiority among business schools.  Such designation is a sign of student success and satisfaction in learning programs.  ACBSP means you are part of the best of the best.

Finance
In accordance with the missions of Concord University and the Department of Business, the mission of the finance emphasis is to education our students with a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles of finance. We strive to transform our students into graduates who think critically, are able to analyze financial information, and make sound financial decisions for a modern corporation. Additionally, ethical awareness and behavior are discussed where relevant.

The emphasis in Finance focuses on providing students with a broad foundation in financial theory and practice. Our goal is to ensure that our students have a working knowledge of the tools they will use on a day-to-day basis to make financial decisions in financial institutions and markets. Students build this foundation through a curriculum that balances discussion of important theories and concepts with practical application of this information to perform analyses and make decisions that simulate real-world financial management scenarios.