Bachelor of Science in Chemistry/Biology

at MSM Group - University of Charleston USA

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

From amateur sports to professional leagues, sports announcing to event planning, our Sport Business degree will prepare you for a wide range of career possibilities. The program consists of core business classes and a diverse selection of sport business classes to focus your career goals within the sports industry. The design of the program also encourages you to complete a second major or a minor in another field, enhancing your marketability in the job field.

Program Highlights

• Classes provide practicum opportunities, service-learning, and internship experiences that allow students to work and gain experience with a sports business organization.
• You’ll learn valuable life lessons from professionals in the industry.
• Small class sizes allow personal attention from faculty with sports industry experience.
• The program is based on the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA) standards.

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)

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 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
• Corrective Exercise Specialist 300 Return to Table of Contents
• 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 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.

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

The Management major will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, processes, and practices involved in the management of people and organizations. Areas of emphasis include human resource management, small business management, leadership, and team development.

Program Highlights

• The program is designed to provide a well-rounded foundation in management principles with the flexibility to pursue individual interests.
• The program integrates professional preparation certifications and experiences throughout the core and major courses.
• Professional certification options are available for Microsoft Office and Google Analytics, as well as internships within the major.
• You can minor in areas of business or other fields such as communication or political science to focus on your career goals.

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.