Bachelor of Science in Administration (B.S.)
The Bachelor of Science in Administration (B.S.) degree is designed to provide students with the administrative and leadership competencies needed by all organizations, private, public, or non-profit, in order to fulfill their missions and achieve their goals. Course offerings focus on contemporary organizational theory and practice, with emphasis on workplace applications.
The program of study, while addressing a broad range of organizational principles and practices, also allows for individualized emphasis in different areas. Students can select from specialization in Health Services Administration, Human Resource Administration, and Organizational Leadership. Minors are available in Administration, Emergency Management, Information Technology, and Public Administration.
The goal of the B.S. in Administration degree is to:
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provide students with a comprehensive foundation in administrative theory and practice relevant to all organizations, whether private, public, or non-profit;
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meet the needs of adult learners by developing the administrative knowledge, skills, and abilities that are associated with success in today’s organizations;
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meet the needs of employers by preparing adult learners to meet the challenging, complex, and continually evolving environment of modern organizational workplaces;
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instill in adult learners a desire for lifelong learning and to validate previous learning through experiential portfolio credit; and
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deliver the program in a format that allows for flexibility while maintaining academic integrity.
Program Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the degree program will be able to:
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understand and apply the contemporary administrative theories and practices as they relate to public, non-profit, and private organizations;
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effectively employ critical thinking methodology for analyzing and resolving organizational issues;
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demonstrate the communication skills required in today’s diverse, team-oriented workplaces;
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integrate the leadership and interpersonal competencies that are essential for effective administration; and
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synthesize the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are associated with workplace success and to meet the organizational challenges of modern organizations.
In completing the requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Administration, students will select either a major of 45–54 credits consisting of core coursework and an area of specialization; 51 credits consisting of a major of 30 credits and a minor of 21 credits; or a major of 30 credits of core coursework and the Experiential Learning Portfolio option. In addition, MAT-154 and IT-200 are recommended for those who plan to pursue a graduate degree. Grades of C or higher must be earned in all coursework in the core and area of specialization.
Transfer Credits
A maximum of 6 UPPER LEVEL credits can be used either in transfer or earned through the Portfolio into the Bachelor of Science in Administration program. The six upper level transfer credits can be applied in any combination: the Core (course specific only) or in the electives or in the specialization. Students who transfer 6 upper level credits may not use Portfolio credits in the major (Core, Electives or Specialization).
Portfolio Option
Students NOT choosing to complete a specialization or a minor ARE REQUIRED to submit an Experiential Learning Portfolio in order to satisfy the degree requirements. Students may elect to pursue both a portfolio and a specialization. Up to six upper level credits of related courses may be earned through General Administration, Social Sciences, and Special Topics: Legal Studies, and/or computer Science discipline-specific portfolio credits to satisfy the required electives.
Portfolio Requirement for Fully Online Program
Students who are enrolled in the fully online B.S. in Administration program are required to submit an Experiential Portfolio. However, students may choose a specialization offered at a site location in Florida or online. Not all specializations are offered at each site. Students in the online program must discuss the selection of a specialization with their advisor and submit the appropriate form to adjust their degree requirements.
Degree Requirements (minimum 120 credits)
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Distribution Requirements:
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45 credits
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| Administration |
30 credits |
| Specialization (Option) |
15–24 credits |
| Minor (Option) |
21 credits |
| Portfolio (Option) |
Up to 30 credits |
| Electives |
Variable |
Other
Learning Options
The Bachelor of Science in Administration program is offered in the classroom at several off-site locations throughout Florida and is available fully online. Students may also choose to combine both options for a flexible and convenient schedule. Refer to the portfolio requirement for the fully online program in this section.
Bachelor of Science in Administration (30 Credits)
Administration Core (21 credits)
Administration Electives (9 credits)
Any three ADM, EMA, HSA, IT, PLA, or PUB prefix courses not used to satisfy the above Administrative Core courses above.
Specializations (15-24 Credits)
Students may select any of the following specializations: Health Services Administration, Human Resource Administration, or Organizational Leadership. Grades of C or higher must be earned in all course work in the area of specialization. Specializations are offered face-to-face at site locations throughout Florida and online. Specializations in Health Services Administration and Human Resource Administration are available fully online. Students in the fully online program must submit the Experiential Portfolio or attend face-to-face classes for a specialization at a site location in Florida for those specializations not available online. Students in the online program must discuss the selection of a specialization with their advisor and submit the appropriate form to adjust their degree requirements.
Note:
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some specializations may not be offered at all delivery sites; and
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specialization courses may not be used to satisfy the major core.
Choose one of the Specializations below
Specialization in Health Services Administration (15 credits)
Required Courses
Choose 12 credits from
Specialization in Organizational Leadership (15 credits)
Choose 15 Credits from
| ADM-312 | TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| ADM-315 | DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE | 3 |
| ADM-361 | NEGOTIATION: THEORY AND PRACTICE | 3 |
| PHI-368 | CONTEMPORARY PROB IN ETHICS | 3 |
| PSY-331 | COUNS TECH FOR MANAGERS | 3 |
| PSY-410 | GROUP DYNAMICS AND DECISION-MAKING | 3 |
Specialization in Human Resource Administration (15 credits)
Choose 15 Credits from
ADM-301, ADM-325, ADM-335 and ADM-410: Courses recommended by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) that address the HR body of knowledge for the PHR and SPHR national certification exams.
Course Sequencing
The appropriate first class is ADM-303 for entering students, followed by ADM-353 and ADM-301. Whenever possible, it is highly recommended that students complete the 300 level classes before attempting the 400 level classes. ADM-412 and ADM-464 should be completed after the 300 level courses. The capstone course, ADM-499, should be completed after all other core classes are completed or concurrently with a 400 level course.