Applied Professional Studies, Health Promotion, B.I.S.

B.I.S. In Applied Professional Studies

The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Applied Professional Studies prepares graduates with core competencies necessary for successful careers in for‑profit business. Combined with solid training in communication and writing skills, these competencies include basic understandings of economics, finance, statistics, decision sciences, management, and marketing. Beyond these core competencies, students receive training in one of six areas of specialization: Advertising, Allied Health Leadership, Economic Development, Financial Administration, Health Promotion, or Office Administration.

Similar to other majors within the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Degree program, the BIS in Applied Professional Studies is intended for those interested in obtaining a highly relevant and practical degree that provides advancement opportunities in their current employment, and for those who are starting or interested in changing their professional careers. The program of study for the BIS in Applied Professional Studies consists of five components: General Education Requirements (44 hours); Core Requirements (21 hours), Track Requirements (15 hours), 30 hours upon verification of the student’s holding an Applied Associate Degree, and Electives (10 hours).

Major in Applied Professional Studies

General Education: 44 Sem. Hrs.

See General Education Program  for available options in each category.

• ENG 1050. Composition I (3 credits)
• ENG 1060. Composition II (3 credits)
• Fine Art (3 credits)
• Literature (3 credits)
• History (3 credits)
• Philosophy and Religion (3 credits)
• Social Sciences (9 credits)
• Natural Science (6 credits)
• Mathematics (3 credits)
• Physical Education (2 credits)
• General Education Electives (6 credits)

Major-Specific General Education Requirements

Please note that many majors have specific general education requirements.  Please see a faculty advisor in your department if you need further clarification. You will be required to take the following courses to meet your general education and applied professional studies requirements including:

• ECN 1000. Economics of Social Issues (3 credits)
• ECN 2030. Principles of Macroeconomics (3 credits)
• ENG 1050. Composition I (3 credits)
• ENG 1060. Composition II (3 credits)
• MAT 1070. College Algebra (3 credits)
• MAT 2100. Introduction to Statistics (3 credits)
• PED 1010. Wellness and Fitness (1 credit)
• PLS 1010. Introduction to American National Government (3 credits)

Core Requirements: 21 Sem. Hrs.

• DSC 2090. Spreadsheet and Database Management (3 credits)
• ECN 2020. Principles of Microeconomics (3 credits)
• ENG 3580. Professional Writing (3 credits)
• FIN 2400. Foundations of Finance (for Non-Business Majors) (3 credits)
• FIN 3000. Finance for Small and Entrepreneurial Businesses (3 credits)

Tracks: 15 Sem. Hrs.

(Choose one of the six tracks below)

Health Promotion:

• HLTH 2000. Principles of Health and Fitness Promotion (3 credits)
• HLTH 3300. Health Promotion and Fitness Skills (3 credits)
• HLTH 4100. Health and Fitness Behavior Changes (3 credits)
• HLTH 4700. Planning, Administration, and Evaluation of Programs (3 credits)
• SOC 3120. Sports in Contemporary Society (3 credits)

Validation of Applied Associate Degree: 30 Sem. Hrs.

Electives: 10 Sem. Hrs.

Total: 120 Sem. Hrs.