Bachelor of Arts in Elementary/Special Education

at MSM Group - University of Charleston USA

The Accounting Program prepares students for accounting positions in public accounting, industry, not for profits, and government. Students choosing public accounting can work in auditing, tax preparation and planning, forensic accounting, or management advisory services in a professional services firm, while those in industry will work for business or government organizations as accountants, controllers, financial analysts, cost accountants, budget analysts, or internal auditors.

Program highlights include:

• A Professionalism Program to help students develop professional skills and competencies.
• An emphasis on accounting and business casework and problem solving prepares students for today’s business challenges.
• Integration of ethical practice and critical thinking throughout accounting curriculum.
• Opportunity for students to complete the accelerated program in fewer than four years.
• Opportunity for students to complete both the undergraduate Accounting program and the Master of Business Administration in fewer than five years.

The mission of the Political Science program is to prepare graduates for employment, scholarship, or further study in the areas of law, public policy, or criminal justice in service to their professional disciplines and social communities.

• The Public Policy Concentration emphasizes the interconnectedness of political science, policymaking, and specific policy areas. This concentration is appropriate for those who want to pursue positions working directly or indirectly with government. It is also appropriate for those who wish to continue their education with graduate studies in social sciences, such as Political Science, History, or Sociology.

Our major in Digital Marketing is designed to appeal to learners with an interest in applying marketing principles to digital technology in order to improve business and marketing decision making. The digital marketing major studies the history of Marketing as a discipline with special attention to 21st century digital marketing trends. Foundational material, history, theory, applied simulation, and professional marketing certifications will combine to produce a skilled, market-ready, marketing practitioner.

The Digital Marketing program is designed to produce a work-ready marketing manager for 21st century employment. Through application the students will research, create, and execute a digital marketing campaign. The rapid growth of social media and digital media is fostering growth in the number of employment opportunities for graduates with the skill set and experience in the application of digital technology in marketing. This interdisciplinary program utilizes two courses from Digital Media Design and integrates professional preparation certifications, an internship experience, and a digital marketing strategy capstone experience to better prepare students with the digital marketing skills desired by employers.

The primary mission/purpose of the Radiological Science Program is to provide challenging academic and clinical education for the development of the student as a compassionate, responsible, and multi competent radiology professional. The faculty is committed to:

1) Educating students, in a liberal learning environment, for a life of productive work as a practicing radiographer,

2) Guiding students on their journey to becoming life-long learners by modeling continued education, and

3) Demonstrating the importance of service to the greater Charleston community.

Program Description

• Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
• Baccalaureate prepared graduates
• Two activated classroom laboratories and a CR digitizer on site
• Opportunitiesfor advanced education and becoming multi-skilled in specialized imaging modalities
• Clinical rotationsthrough a variety of health care settings, including a LevelI Trauma Center, Cardiac Center, Pediatric Hospital, and Outpatient Facilities
• Highly selective program offers personal attention and low student/faculty ratio
• ASRT(R) to BSRT(R) Track offers opportunitiesfor professional and educational advancement to practicingradiographers

The mission of the Political Science program is to prepare graduates for employment, scholarship, or further study in the areas of law, public policy, or criminal justice in service to their professional disciplines and social communities.

• The Criminal Justice Concentration focuses on developing the skills needed to pursue careers in law enforcement, criminology, homeland security, or corrections with a focus on those skills needed in management positions. Students are also prepared to pursue graduate studies in Criminal Justice. The program structure encouragesstudentsto double major in other fieldssuch as Psychology, English, or Business. Prestigious internship opportunities with local and state government agencies provide valuable field-work experience in the discipline. Opportunities to present student research at state, regional and national meetings provide students with real world skills and allow them to network with professionals in the field. Students work with experienced and engaged faculty who are published authors and have taught at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Financial Planning curriculum is approved by the CFP Board of Standards and prepares students to sit for the CFP® certification examination.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook for careers in Financial Planning is strong. The median pay nationally for personal financial advisors in 2018 was just under $90,000 per year (somewhat lower locally) and the predicted job growth for the next 5-10 years is 15%, which is much faster than average. There is a growing demand for financial planners as many current financial planners are close to retirement and many baby boomers are approaching retirement. Some of the career opportunities in Financial Planning include:

• Registered Investment Adviser
• Accounting and Tax Registered Investment Advisor
• Banking, Credit Unions, Trust Companies
• Discount Brokerage Companies
• Wirehouse Brokerages
• Life & Disability Insurance Companies
• Property and Casualty Insurance Companies
• Independent Broker/Dealers
• Government, Academia/Research

The data analytics major provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to collect, integrate and analyze complex quantitative and qualitative data. Drawing upon the disciplines of statistics, mathematics and computer science, students will learn how computer programming, database management, data analysis, and data visualization tools can be utilized to collate, interpret and present complex data applicable to a wide variety of fields. Students have the opportunity to choose a minor focus area that provides domain expertise.

There are four major components that comprise the Data Analytics Major:

• Mathematics
• Focused Topics in Data Analytics
• Computer Science
• A concentrated Application Area

The Chemistry/Biology - Dual Major provides you with a major in both biology and chemistry. The program consists of interdisciplinary areas of study in both Biology and Chemistry. You will also participate in undergraduate research encompassing several different areas.

This program is designed to educate you about the nature of chemistry, biology, and biochemistry, and to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in graduate studies or studies in the health professions. At the end of the program, you will be skilled in the use of scientific principles and methodology. This degree combination, along with undergraduate research experience, makes graduates exceptionally competitive for professional schools.

This specially-designed BS degree program allows interested students to obtain a dual-major in chemistry and biology within a four-year timeframe. BS degree holders possessing a strong knowledge base in both chemistry and biology are particularly competitive for professional schools.

Chemistry-Biology Dual Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate will:

1. Apply the major concepts, principles and theories of chemistry to solve problems.

2. Demonstrate safe and ethical laboratory and synthesis skills to obtain accurate results.

3. Search the chemical literature, perform research, and create new scientific knowledge.

4. Evaluate data and communicate the findings of a chemical research project.

Sport Media is an interdisciplinary major blending general education, integrated communication, digital media design, business administration, and sport business courses to prepare the graduate for media/communication opportunities in the sport industry. Classes also provide practicum opportunities, service learning and internship experiences that allow the student to work and gain experience with sport media organizations. The program will culminate in a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Sport Media. The program is located in Charleston, WV and is closely aligned with UC athletics and the Sports Information Director (SID) in offering the student an experiential education throughout the four-year plan.

• In the last semester of the senior year, the student will complete an internship in the field of Sport Media.
• Practical-based instruction from academic professionals with experience in the sport industry. Experiential opportunities are included to gain applied experience outside the classroom.
• Class assignments that prepare studentsfor the work that is required in the sport industry
• In-class work isfocused on the application of knowledge gained.
• A 45-credit core for the Business Administration degree (BSBA) that prepares students for successful management, administrative and leadership roles in sport business and business administration.
• An option for a Sport Business minor that consists of 18 hoursin Sport Business courses as specified in the Sport Business Minor section.

The Sport Media program blends communications, digital media design, business administration, and sport business with internship/practicum experiences in a curriculum designed to prepare graduates for sport-related career opportunities, including:

• Sports Information Director (SID)
• Assistant Athletic Director in Media and Communication
• Sports Broadcasting
• Sports Journalism
• Director of Sports Programming
• Media Relations Director
• Social Media Director
• Producer for Sports Programming

The Sport Media major is an in-seat residential program on the Charleston campus.

This program helps you better understand the behavior and processes of organisms, and to learn to appreciate psychology as a discipline, a science, and a profession.

Bachelor of Science in Psychology
This track is if you plan to pursue an advanced degree in psychology or related fields, such as social work.

In large part, students in the BS and BA tracks complete the same sequences of courses to achieve their degrees. Students pursuing the BS track typically follow a curriculum that includes more math and science courses, while those seeking a BA track will take courses that focus on more traditional liberal arts courses.