Bachelor of Science in Personal and Family Financial Planning

at INTO Group- The University of Arizona USA

For students passionate about sustainably feeding a growing global population, this degree sets you up for success in the U.S. and beyond. In the Bachelor of Science program for Agribusiness Economics and Management, students can select one of two tracks; the Agribusiness Management emphasis focuses on critical management issues dealing with people, food, land, water and other natural resources. Classes help prepare students for careers using real-world data and case studies. Students learn how to manage sustainably natural resources, start and grow businesses, and engage in all aspects of providing access to nutritious food. Students engage in experiential learning of essential skills, including problem-solving, decision-making, project management, team participation and leadership. With an unemployment rate of less than 1%, a future in agribusiness economics offers stability and a fulfilling career.

Learning Outcomes

• Subject Matter Expertise; Acquire working knowledge of the microeconomic analytical frameworks to evaluate alternative business and policy options.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving; Correctly identify and define an economic problem; gather information and evaluate alternative approaches using appropriate theories and tools; propose and implement solutions; and evaluate the approaches.
• Communication; Communicate precisely in written, spoken, and graphical form to economist and non-economist audiences.
• Leadership & Collaboration; Collaborate effectively while demonstrating initiative and leadership as appropriate in workplace settings.

Whether you possess a natural talent for rhythm or wish to develop one, your studies in percussion will grant you a diverse range of professional opportunities. The Bachelor of Music in Performance with a Percussion emphasis is designed to develop in students the highest possible level of musicianship and competency in performance and teaching. The faculty at the Fred Fox School of Music instructs and mentors students in percussion methods, chamber percussion groups and percussion ensembles. The curriculum presents students with a relevant sequence of study of all the percussion instruments. Students acquire performance skills and experience in solo and ensemble performance; historical and stylistic understanding; mastery of technical facility; and pedagogical concepts of teaching procedure and practice.

Captivated by the allure of Italy? Develop your expertise in the Italian language and culture for satisfying career opportunities in art, academics, writing and more. The interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts in Italian asks students to select one of two focuses. The Italian Studies emphasis is perfect for students whose interest in Italian culture is wide ranging from art and film to history and politics. Students take courses in the Italian language, cinema, literature and culture from a world-renowned faculty, plus students are encouraged to enhance classroom work with a study abroad opportunity in Orvieto, Italy. In addition to gaining a rich understanding of Italian arts and culture, students graduate with the multi-language and cross-cultural communications skills that prepare them for the international job market. class="essential-details"> class="detail">

Learning Outcomes

• Communication; Communicate in Italian, both orally and in writing, by engaging in interpersonal, interpretative, and presentational communication activities.
• Comparisons; Make meaningful cross-cultural comparisons between Italy and other countries
• Culture; Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of other cultures.
• Connections; Develop critical thinking by making connections and engaging creatively in problem ¿solving activities.
• Communities; Engage in multilingual communities at home and around the world by applying classroom learning to real-world situations.

With a degree in English, equip yourself with a broad-based liberal arts education and key skills that apply to a multitude of careers and industries. The Bachelor of Arts in English trains students to communicate clearly and effectively while honing essential critical thinking skills. Students explore the most important works of English literature, including the foundational texts and the diverse artists and works that drive the tradition today. Courses cover a range of interests, including border studies, digital cultures, rhetoric and film. Through reading, writing and literary analysis, English majors become experts of the written word. Small class sizes allow students to work closely with faculty and peers. An English degree acts as the springboard for graduate school, law school and a breadth of career opportunities.

Learning Outcomes

• English Language; Understanding of the development of the English language as used in works of literature
• Foundational Texts; Knowledge of foundational texts of British and American literature
• Historical and Cutural Range; Understanding of the historical and cultural range of literature written in English
• Literary Research; Ability to conduct and use literary research, to the point of achieving: a compelling thesis, accurate and sufficient evidence presented in a scholarly manner, proper disciplinary and interdisciplinary research tools, and clear and appropriate writing for a research paper
• Knowledge of foundational texts of British and American literature
• Understanding of the historical and cultural range of literature written in English
• Understanding of the development of the English language as used in works of literature
• Understanding of strategies of textual interpretation appropriate to different literary genres
• Ability to conduct and use literary research, to the point of achieving: * an overall thesis that pushes the argument beyond summary * accurate and sufficient evidence presented in a scholarly manner * proper disciplinary and inter-disciplinary research tools * clear and appropriate writing for a research paper
• Ability to write clearly and effectively
• Textual Interpretation; Understanding of strategies of textual interpretation appropriate to different literary genres
• Writing; Ability to write clearly and effectively

If you enjoy seeing the world and making a difference for others, the Public Health major with a Global Health emphasis will be a good fit. Global health professionals work in settings all over the world to help prevent the spread of disease, deploy clean water initiatives, and support communities in times of natural disasters. The University of Arizona's Bachelor of Science with a major in Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. Under the Global Health emphasis, one of several emphasis options, students explore sanitation, global food supplies, epidemiology and more. Plus, they complete an internship in their area of interest. Through a robust study abroad program, Public Health majors also have the opportunity to gain field research and service-learning experience in limited-resource settings.

Learning Outcomes

• Students will be able to communicate public health information in written form.; CEPH Competency 1: Public Health Communication: Students should be able to communicate public health information, in both oral and written forms and through a variety of media, to diverse audiences
• Students will be able to communicate using a variety of media including an ePortfolio.; CEPH Competency 1: Public Health Communication: Students should be able to communicate public health information, in both oral and written forms and through a variety of media, to diverse audiences
• Students will be able to synthesize epidemiological information.; CEPH Competency 2: Information Literacy: Students should be able to locate, use, evaluate, and synthesize information

Become a leader in historic preservation and learn about the importance of heritage conservation to preserve and create more sustainable built environments.Students in the Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Built Environments program with a Heritage Conservation Emphasis explore the value of historic structures and landscapes and the reasons for preserving and adapting them. The faculty bring a breadth of experience and depth of expertise to coursework, teaching students how the preservation and adaptation of historic structures advances environmental, cultural and economic sustainability. Students learn the processes and protocols of conservation as well as current issues in historic preservation and resource management. Graduates are prepared for careers as managers at nonprofit organizations, leaders of government agencies, and consultants in heritage conservation and historic preservation.

A focus on applied mathematics prepares you to enter the job market with an undergraduate degree or to attend graduate school for science or engineering. Applied mathematicians use mathematical models to solve complex problems. Students earning a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with an Applied Mathematics emphasis engage in interdisciplinary study with core mathematics courses and a minor that is independent of the Department of Mathematics. They master a variety of mathematical problem-solving methods. Upon graduation, students are primed to apply their quantitative and computational knowledge and logical thinking skills across industries like engineering, technology, natural science, manufacturing, business and government. Others choose to further their education in science or engineering graduate studies, taking on challenging research projects.

Let your imagination pave the way for a profession in musical composition, a field that touches human emotions in myriad ways from powerful film scores to moving philharmonic performances. The Bachelor of Music in Performance major with a Composition emphasis prepares student composers to meet the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing profession. The Fred Fox School of Music offers coursework in which students receive intensive private instruction in music composition in traditional and electro-acoustic media from award-winning faculty members. In addition, students take classes in music theory, improvisation, music history, orchestration and conducting. The faculty strives to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the aesthetics of musical design and the operations of creators, performers and listeners as they use music to shape their world.