Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

at University of Findlay USA

Operations and logistics professionals ensure quality products and services are provided to customers in a timely and cost effective manner.

Every company, regardless of size, must create procedures to efficiently process goods and services from the original request to the point of delivery and beyond. At the University of Findlay, students learn a broad range of skills that pertain to business capabilities and operations. Operations and logistics students learn how to plan, design, implement, manage and support activities for virtually any industry.  

Program Highlights

• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - Offered as part of a master's class (MBA 685), Six Sigma Green Belt Certification teaches a statistical approach to business problem solving, which can be used to solve problems like inefficiency in the manufacturing industry.
• Qualified to work in a variety of areas - As a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Operations and Logistics Emphasis, you will have many employment options in front of you. You will be qualified to work in a number of areas such as business operations, procurement, purchasing and inventory, warehousing, distribution, customer support, and transportation.
• Pairs well with other subjects - Our program is flexible and pairs well with a number of other subjects, allowing students to individualize their degree to best fit their career goals. Students pursuing the Marketing Emphasis have the opportunity to complement their degree with a minor or double-major in other areas of business which include hospitality management, marketing, public relations, and wellness and exercise promotion.
• Valuable Internships - Internships are encouraged throughout the program in order to gain practical experience and professional networking.
• Work on real projects for real clients - With a strong focus on experiential learning, you will have opportunities to build up your resume by working on real projects for real clients.

The goal of the Japanese program at the University of Findlay is to help you develop communication skills that will enable you to pursue a career in virtually any industry with Japanese as a second language. Findlay offers a bachelor's degree in Japanese, a bachelor's degree in multi-age Japanese (grades K-12) with a teaching license.

Experiential Learning
Our instruction strongly emphasizes the functional and practical use of the language as well as education about the Japanese culture. You will be immersed in the language with lessons both inside and outside of the classrooms.  

You will practice your Japanese language skills:

• In class
• On-campus activities with Japanese students
• Activities with the Findlay area Japanese community members
• Study abroad and internship programs in Japan (short visits or up to a year)

There are approximately 350 Japanese speakers in the Findlay area, and you will do various things with them. We also have strong ties with Japan. We are affiliated with some large educational institutions, several universities, companies, and language schools in Japan.   

Every semester, you will find some of our students studying and/or working in Japan. Some of our graduates work in Japan as well as in Japanese companies located in the US. Some of our graduates became teachers of Japanese in the US and teachers of English in Japan.

There is no sector more critical to the growth of our economy, quality of life and even the future of humanity than that of healthcare. Healthcare management professionals work as administrators, managers, CEO's, planners and more. If you're looking to pursue graduate school, an administrative role or leadership position within healthcare, the healthcare management major at the University of Findlay is perfect for you.

With a bachelor's degree in healthcare management, you will be equipped to look at health from an international, national, cultural or social perspective. Our program is designed to provide a conceptual and practical understanding of the healthcare management field, with specific attention to the development of analytical and problem-solving skills.

Upon graduation, you will prepared to pursue graduate study or work in a variety of areas such as:

• Hospitals/clinics
• Governmental and/or regulatory agencies
• Nursing facilities
• Hospital equipment and supply manufacturers/vendors
• Recreation and wellness centers
• Hospital associations
• Consulting firms
• Insurance companies
• Private voluntary organizations
• Grassroots organizations
• Social movement organizations

Few majors provide you with more highly marketable skills for a variety of careers than the English major. The creative and critical thinking skills that you learn as an English major are highly valued in today's fast-paced and competitive market.
The English program provides a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum designed to prepare students for successful careers in many diverse areas of education, public relations, communications, law, and marketing.  As an English major, you will develop skills to become a critical reader, writer, and thinker through the study of diverse literary genres, writing strategies, and research skills.

Literature
The literature emphasis teaches students to become scholars who can think critically and analyze written, oral, and visual texts in a variety of genres. The focus helps to develop an understanding of the relationship between writer and audience and teaches students to situate texts within relative social, cultural, and historical contexts.

Program Highlights

•  Develop a critical and analytical thought process - Findlay prepares students for the challenges of the business world. By specializing in economics, student learn how to problem solve and assess situations that allows them to successfully operate in a world that is increasingly global.
•  Build strong written and oral communication skills - Economics students build strong written and oral communication skills through courses where group and individual projects are assigned.
• Pairs well with other subjects - Our program is flexible and pairs well with a number of other subjects, allowing students to individualize their degree to best fit their career goals. Students pursuing the Economics Emphasis have the opportunity to complement their degree with a minor or double-major in other areas of business which include finance, marketing, accounting, management, and international business.

An important aspect of running a company is having a clear understanding of available resources and a product’s return on investment (ROI). Financial experts help to determine cash flow, analyze ROI, and calculate future fiscal pitfalls. Strong interpersonal skills and an aptitude for working with numbers are among the most important qualifications for careers in finance.

The finance emphasis is designed to help students develop an extensive analytical perspective. You will analyze the objectives, functions, and practices of economic areas of public and governmental finance, financial statement analysis and optimal financial decision-making. Upon completion of the finance emphasis, you will earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a Finance Emphasis and be prepared to pursue a variety of careers.

Findlay's finance students are prepared to pursue careers as a(n):

• Chief financial officer
• Financial examiner
• Insurance/grants manager
• Auditor
• Financial advisor
• Budget analyst
• Claims adjuster
• Investment banker
• Financial analyst
• Financial manager
• Strategic Adviser
• Bond/commodities trader

In an increasingly data-driven world, businesses are leveraging information to gain a key, competitive advantage. Corporate investment and jobs in business analytics are expected to grow as businesses need to make sense of the data they are collecting. Business analytics refers to the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for the methodical exploration and investigation of business data. This includes using predictive and prescriptive statistical tools to support decision-making and to gain insight of business performance. There is a growing need in the market for well-rounded graduates who are able to transform data into meaningful information that can be used for strategic decision-making.

The Business Analytics Emphasis provides students with the skills to collect, analyze, understand, and interpret data. It exposes students to a variety of information systems and data through a series of business analytics courses. Students will also be provided with hands-on experience of statistical tools used in the business environment using data provided by industry partners. Our curriculum is designed to support a seamless transition from student to business professional.

Research tells us there is a significant and growing need for young professionals with strong quantitative and analytical skills. Besides being an in-demand skill, business analytics can lead to a wide array of career opportunities, from marketing to information technology to finance.

Program Highlights

• Learn from exceptional faculty from the Computer Science, Mathematics, and Business Programs.
• Work with real-world data to find answers for real-world business problems.
• Complements other functional business areas, such as accounting, economics, computer science, finance, information systems, management, and marketing
• Introduce you to a growing industry with high-paying jobs and or prepare you for graduate programs

At the University of Findlay, you're more than a student number. We are eager to help you explore and develop as an individual with talent, career goals and dreams. At Findlay, you will participate onstage or backstage every semester. You will gain a combination of academic preparation and practical experiences needed to begin your career or go on to a strong graduate school.
As a student in the University of Findlay's Theatre Program, you will earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in theatre. We also have two emphasis options for you to pick from.

Two Emphasis Options:

• Performance
• Theatre Design and Technology

Religious studies is most commonly known for preparing individuals for pastoral ministry. However, pursuing a degree in religious studies also prepares graduates for a wide range of fields and provides them with a skill set that is desirable to many employers.

Why Religious Studies?
Majors and minors in religious studies learn to read, write, speak, listen and think carefully, clearly and effectively about issues which matter deeply to everyone and all cultures:

• Life and death
• Rites of passage
• Ethical reflection and action
• Relationships between self and society
• Faith and transcendence
• Human destiny
• Vocation, meaning and identity
• Service

Biblical studies emphasis
Explore the Bible as a literary piece of history. Study both the New and Old Testament through analyzing the Prophet's writing and acquiring an understanding of the Wisdom literature.

Religious studies is most commonly known for preparing individuals for pastoral ministry. However, pursuing a degree in religious studies also prepares graduates for a wide range of fields and provides them with a skill set that is desirable to many employers.

Why Religious Studies?
Majors and minors in religious studies learn to read, write, speak, listen and think carefully, clearly and effectively about issues which matter deeply to everyone and all cultures:

• Life and death
• Rites of passage
• Ethical reflection and action
• Relationships between self and society
• Faith and transcendence
• Human destiny
• Vocation, meaning and identity
• Service

Christian studies Emphasis
Students first learn the history of Christianity and interpretation of the Bible and develop their knowledge of the Old and New Testament.  They also gain hands-on experience through service learning.