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2024-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Interdisciplinary Organizational Administration, B.S.


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The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Organizational Administration (INOA) provides students currently working in government, non-profits, small business, corporate, education, hospitality, or project management.  Students who have taken courses in business, communication, leadership, human resources, or project management can transfer up to 90 credits and earn credit for prior learning with approval.  Graduates of the program will use interdisciplinary approaches to solve organizational challenges with human behavior, conflict management, and leadership in a variety of fields such as the public sector, non-profits, business/corporate, education and healthcare administration.

 

Morgan Completes You Learning Goals:

Morgan Completes You includes eight (8) interdisciplinary undergraduate degrees focused on integrating real-world experience with academic and professional skills required for the future of work. Every interdisciplinary degree program in the College of Interdisciplinary and Continuing Studies (CICS) supports these broad educational learning goals: 

  • Integrate knowledge and methodologies from multiple disciplines to develop a comprehensive understanding of complex issues and problems.

  • Exhibit effective communication skills to convey interdisciplinary concepts and ideas to diverse audiences, both in written, oral, and digital formats.

  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze, evaluate, and address real-world challenges across various disciplines.

  • Collaborate effectively with diverse teams, demonstrating cultural competency, adaptability, and interpersonal skills in interdisciplinary settings.

 

Interdisciplinary Organizational Administration Degree Learning Outcomes

By the end of this degree program, all students will be able to: 

  • Apply interdisciplinary knowledge to address complex organizational challenges and opportunities.

  • Develop strategic planning and decision-making skills for organizational growth and sustainability.

  • Analyze the influence of external factors on organizational performance and adapt strategies accordingly.

  • Understand and apply principles of effective leadership, management, and organizational behavior.

 

Requirements for the B.S. degree in Interdisciplinary Organizational Administration

Every CICS student is required to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours to graduate. You may transfer up to 90 credits. The 120 credit hours includes 42 credits for General Education and University Requirements, 66 credits in your subject area, and 12 credits for the CICS capstone course.  

These credit hours are distributed as follows:

General Education and University Requirements     42 credits

Interdisciplinary Lower Level Major Coursework     30 credits

Interdisciplinary Upper Level Major Coursework     36 credits

CICS Capstone Requirements     12 credits

Total Credits     120 

 

General Education and University Requirements 42 credits


Interdisciplinary Coursework 48 credits


Students must earn a grade of “C” or higher in major coursework

Lower Level Coursework (100-200 level) 24 credits


Lower Level Coursework (100-200 level) must be 24 credits chosen from the following areas:

College of Liberal Arts (CLA):  Art (ART), Music (MUSC), Military Science (MISC), Psychology (PSYC), Sociology and Anthropology (SOCI)

School of Business Management (GSBM):  Accounting (ACCT), Business Administration (BUAD), Management (MGMT), Entrepreneurship (ENTR), Finance (FIN), Hospitality Management (HOMG), Information Science (INSS)

School of Community Health and Policy (SCHP):  Public Health (PUBH)

School of Engineering (SOE):  Civil Engineering (CEGR), Electrical Engineering (EEGR), Engineering (ENGR), Industrial Engineering (IEGR), Mechatronics Engineering (MEGR), Transportation and Urban Infrastructure (TRSS)

School of Global Journalism and Communication (SGJC):  Communications (COMM)

Upper Level Coursework (300-400 level) 24 credits


Upper Level Coursework (300-400 level) must be 24 credits chosen from the following areas:

College of Liberal Arts (CLA):  Art (ART), Music (MUSC), Military Science (MISC), Psychology (PSYC), Sociology and Anthropology (SOCI)

School of Business Management (GSBM):  Accounting (ACCT), Business Administration (BUAD), Management (MGMT), Entrepreneurship (ENTR), Finance (FIN), Hospitality Management (HOMG), Information Science (INSS)

School of Community Health and Policy (SCHP):  Public Health (PUBH)

School of Engineering (SOE):  Civil Engineering (CEGR), Electrical Engineering (EEGR), Engineering (ENGR), Industrial Engineering (IEGR),  Mechatronics Engineering (MEGR), Transportation and Urban Infrastructure (TRSS)

School of Global Journalism and Communication (SGJC):  Communications (COMM)

CICS Requirements 30 credits


Total credits: 120


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