Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Sport Media

at MSM Group - University of Charleston USA

Elementary Studies and Child Development is a non-certification area within our Education Department. After graduation, you’ll be prepared to work in non-teaching certification roles in the field of education with early-to-middle childhood aged children.

You can add options to your degree plan, such as a double major or minor to increase your marketability and focus on your career goals. Graduates of this program also have the option to return and earn a second degree in Elementary Education, providing them with a K-6 teacher certification.

Our traditional, four-year BSN program offers an exceptional nursing education to meet the diverse and changing health care needs of the community. We provide opportunities for skill development and outstanding clinical rotation experiences at several different healthcare facilities (including a level 1 trauma center, free standing women and children’s hospital, and more). Students, upon graduation will be prepared to take the NCLEX-RN Licensing exam to become a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).

More than 50 years’ experience educating over 3,000 nurses;

• Innovative and accessible courses intentionally designed to meet diverse health care needs of the community;
• Solid educational foundation for career mobility, graduate education and further academic study
• Faculty have professional nursing expertise in diverse health care settings;
• Small clinical/lab/simulation sections with an 8-10:1 student /faculty ratio;
• Interdisciplinary education; • Interprofessional courses with clinical/laboratory experiences;
• Extensive set of electronic library, books, journals and databases accessible online and on mobile devices;
• High fidelity simulation lab on campus;
• Assessment and skills laboratories on campus;
•  Premier health care facilities utilized for clinical rotations less than ten minutes from campus;
• Clinical experiences in a wide variety of health care settings, including a Level I Trauma Center, premier cardiac center and the only free-standing Women’s and Children’s hospital in West Virginia;
• Extensive nursing practicums in the senior year of the program under the supervision of faculty and clinical nurse preceptors;
• NCLEX-RN passage rate above state and national average; and,
• Nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

Applied Computer Science emphasizes the application of algorithms for addressing, processing, storing, and transmitting information. The core curriculum in Applied Computer Science, involving a blend of theory and practice, offers opportunities for problem solving in many areas and provides experience with a variety of computer languages and software packages which apply to both networks and mobile platforms.

The program features a truly distinctive two semester professional work experience comprised of a 10 credit Co-op and a 12 credit capstone Co-op both of which provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experience through placements with technology companies and educational providers specializing in program development.

An optional Cyber Security concentration is available within the Applied Computer Science Program that offers the student additional course work in the practical aspects of writing and analyzing secure code

The Exercise Science Program at the University of Charleston offers students interested in pursuing a career in fitness/wellness, strength & conditioning, and rehabilitation sciences as an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare. Academic coursework in biology, exercise physiology, motor development, movement analysis, fitness, kinesiology, psychology, and strength & conditioning provide students a strong educational foundation followed by real-world, hands-on experience.

• Exercise Science focuses on the understanding and promotion of human movement and a healthy lifestyle.
• A strong health science emphasis provides students with a robust Exercise science foundation.
• Students will have the opportunity to work in collaboration with Strength & Conditioning Coaches and Human Movement Specialists from the University of Charleston and the surrounding area during practicum experiences and immersed internships.
• Exciting and practical immersed internship experiences.
• Eligible for certifications through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
• Enrolled students have opportunities to work with clientele of all ages, athletic ability, and motivation.

Exercise Science graduates will acquire the skills and knowledge for a wide range of career opportunities. Sample jobs titles include:

• Strength & Conditioning Coach/Specialist
• Fitness Personal Trainer
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• Health & Fitness Educator
• Wellness Coordinator

Exercise Science graduates will have the foundation to pursue graduate programs in the following areas (additional prerequisites may be required)

• Athletic Training
• Exercise Physiology
• Occupational Therapy
• Health and Fitness
• Physical Therapy

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.

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 Arts in Psychology
This track is if you plan to pursue employment immediately following completion of your undergraduate degree. It is available both in-seat and online.

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.

Sport Analytics is an interdisciplinary major that incorporates computer science and data analytics courses, a 45-credit business core, and major courses in sport business and sport analytics. The major provides students with progressive learning opportunities that prepare them for possible career opportunities as a sport statistician, sport data analyst, sport sales analyst or market research analyst. In addition, students will be actively involved in experiential learning experiences that challenge their acquired skills and prepare them to contribute productively to their chosen communities.

• Students complete an internship in Sport Analytics in their senior year.
• Practical-based instruction from academic professionalswith experience in the sport industry. Experiential opportunities are included to gain applied experience outside the classroom.
• Class assignments that prepare students for the work that is required in the sport industry; in-class work is focused on the application of knowledge gained.

A 45-credit core for the Business Administration degree (BSBA) prepares students for successful management, administrative and leadership roles in sport business and business administration. An option for aSportBusinessminorthat consists of 18 hoursin sport business courses as specified in the Sport Business Minor section.

The Sport Analytics program blends general education, business, data analytics, computer science and sport management courses in a curriculum designed to prepare graduates for positions in areas such as intercollegiate and interscholastic athletic programs, professional sport organizations, sport marketing agencies, and entrepreneurship development. Sport Analytics is a developing field in the sport industry and students are encouraged to pursue these new and exciting opportunities.

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

The University of Charleston’s Digital Media Design Program is located on the Charleston campus and offers a 4-year Bachelor of Science degree. The program offers students opportunities to learn multiple programs and develop technology for Digital Media such as Web Development, Social Media, Animation and Motion, 3D prototypes, and App Design. Students will collaborate with current majors at UC in studio and classroom settings to develop tangible products. These courses will also take advantage of team teaching and professional mentors to further develop the student’s body of knowledge. The Digital Media Design program will help students to hone his or her skills in areas of interest such as Social Media Design, Web development, Product Design, and Animation to become a well-rounded UC student and future alum. The students will have an additional opportunity to serve as Social Media Ambassadors. The Ambassadors will apply what they learn in the Digital Media courses and develop a student-focused social media campaign to highlight student life at UC and the Digital Media Design program.

Students are encouraged to join UC’s DREAAM Studio and participate in developing digital workshops, think tanks, and other activities for UC and the community

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.