Economy and Industry
Bachelor of General Studies
Coursework Location(s)
Main/Tucson
Online - Global Direct
Areas of Interest
- Business, Economics & Entrepreneurship
- Law, Policy & Social Justice
- Arts & Media
- Communication, Journalism & Public Relations
- Culture & Language
- Education & Human Development
- English & Literature
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Social & Behavioral Sciences
- Psychology & Human Behavior
Take a deep dive into the human psyche of this program analyzes people's motivations, the role of power and the effects of change in historical and contemporary societies. The goal for the General Studies program with an emphasis in Social, Behavioral and Human Understanding is to provide students with a strong base for looking at the social systems of individuals and societies. This Bachelor of Arts helps students examine multiple perspectives on social and cultural change, and teaches them to assess the strengths and weaknesses of conflicting points of view. Students not only develop an appreciation of, and sensitivity to, differences between individuals from various economic, political, religious, cultural, ethnic and social backgrounds, but they also learn to think clearly about complex problems and employ creative innovation when finding solutions.
Learning Outcomes
Multidisciplinarity; Effectively analyze and synthesize the relationship between multiple disciplines of study. Cultural Competence; Identify and recognize cultural differences and the impact of an educated citizen and responsible member in global society. Effective Communication; Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate ideas using a variety of different media (oral, written, visual) and basic information technologies. Focus Theme Outcomes; Demonstrate success meeting a corresponding learning outcome with the students' selected focus theme. Career Preparation; Develop and identify the academic preparation, opportunities, and potential contributions to careers in their major field.
Sample Courses
- SOC 260: Ethnic Relations in the U.S.
- SOC 313: Social Movements and Activism
- SOC 459: Constructions of Gender
Career Fields
- Academics
- Foreign service
- Journalism
- Politics
- Psychology
Level of Math
LEVEL OF SECOND LANGUAGE
Pre-major Required?
NO
Sample Plans 2020 - Economy and Industry
First Year
1st Semester
Credits
ENGL 101 First-Year Composition
3.00
Tier I General Education
3.00
Math- General Strand
3.00
Second Language
4.00
LASC 197M- Success Starts Here
1.00
2nd Semester
Credits
ENGL 102 First-Year Composition
3.00
Second Language
4.00
Tier I General Education
3.00
Tier I General Education
3.00
Tier I General Education
3.00
Second Year
3rd Semester
Credits
Emphasis Course- SBHU
3.00
Tier I General Education
3.00
Tier I General Education
3.00
Tier II General Education
3.00
Tier II General Education
3.00
4th Semester
Credits
Emphasis Course- SBHU
3.00
Concentration One Course
3.00
Concentration Two Course
3.00
Tier II General Education
3.00
Tier II General Education
3.00
Third Year
5th Semester
Credits
Emphasis Course- SBHU
3.00
Emphasis Course- SBHU
3.00
Concentration One Course
3.00
Concentration Two Course
3.00
Concentration Three Course
3.00
6th Semester
Credits
Emphasis Course- SBHU
3.00
Emphasis Course- SBHU
3.00
Concentration One Course
3.00
Concentration Two Course
3.00
Concentration Three Course
3.00
Fourth Year
7th Semester
Credits
Emphasis Course- SBHU Internship Recommended
3.00
Emphasis Course- SBHU
3.00
Concentration Three Course
3.00
Elective Course
3.00
Elective Course
3.00
8th Semester
Credits
Emphasis Course- SBHU
3.00
Elective Course
3.00
Elective Course
3.00
Elective Course
3.00
Elective Course
3.00
LASC 498- Capstone Course
1.00