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Bachelor of Science in Integrated Studies
from an Associate Degree to a Bachelor's Degree

Wherever you stand right now and whatever your dreams, ACU’s dynamic, interdisciplinary program values your strengths and drive, helps you connect your passions with your faith, and nourishes your curiosity with a flexible, fully online format.
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The major is intended to be a 2.5 program completed during the junior and senior years of undergraduate study. This is a pre-professional degree that, while not leading to a teaching license, does prepare graduates for teacher certification programs. Students interested in becoming elementary teachers typically begin with a pre-education major, whereas students interested in becoming middle or high school teachers typically major in the subject area they want to teach.

** The courses listed here for Field 1 and Field 2 can be customized further with the help of your Student Success Advisor.
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FIELD 1 - Communication
(18 hours)
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COMO 345Intercultural Communication
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3 creditsStresses understanding of contrasting cultures and ways of communicating with individuals and groups from around the world as well as subcultures within the United States.
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COMO 231Small Group Communication
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3 creditsTraining in the principles and practices of small group communication including practice with learning situations and problem-solving situations.
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COMO 485Organizational Communication
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3 creditsThe theory and function of communication within business, government, hospitals, schools, industrial firms, and other organizations, with emphasis on concepts and principles for effective information management.
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COMO 408Crisis Management in Organizations
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3 creditsExamines the theory and practice of crisis management in organizations from both social science and rhetorical perspectives. Using a case study approach and best practices for crisis management, students explore how to use communication to prevent, mitigate, and learn from crises in a way that benefits both organizations and stakeholders.
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COMO 291Survey Methods and Research
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3 creditsThis course is designed to provide students with skills necessary to conceptualize, operationalize, analyze, and report basic survey research.
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COMO 486Training and Development
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3 creditsThe theory and skills involved in doing human resource training in organizations. Provides knowledge, skills, and experience in developing, presenting, and evaluating training programs.
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FIELD 2 - Psychology
(18 hours)
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PSYO 232Developmental Psychology
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3 creditsA survey of the biological, cognitive, moral, and psycho-social development of the individual from conception through death.
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PSYO 392Child Psychology
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3 creditsAn advanced course in the study of children and adolescents, including physical, emotional, cognitive, moral, and social development.
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PSYO 241Cognition and Learning
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3 creditsIncludes the fundamentals of perception, learning, memory, cognition, and intelligence.
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PSYO 388Teams and Team Leadership
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3 creditsAnalysis of the factors contributing to the success of teams in complex organizations; focusing on team selection, development, training, and evaluation. Students will develop skills through team building, and by leading in simulations and team projects
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PSYO 351Experimental Psychology
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3 creditsA survey of experimental methods employed in the study of mental processes and human behavior. Special attention is given to the sensory systems, perception, and learning.
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PSYO 372Child Abuse: Recognition and Response
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3 creditsFocuses on identification, reporting, intervention, and prevention of child sexual abuse, physical abuse, and neglect. Special attention will be given to the roles of different disciplines including nursing, social work, education, and psychology.
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GENERAL EDUCATION
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* May have to take a literature course unless taken ENGL 2326 or 2321
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INTG 420Integrated Studies Capstone
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3 creditsStudents will practice integrative thinking, reflect on and articulate their vocational priorities, and articulate their life goals in this capstone and writing-intensive course.
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BIBO 103Story of the New Testament
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3 creditsThis introductory Bible course is designed for students transferring to ACU with 24 or more hours. It surveys the content of the New Testament with a particular focus on the story of Jesus Christ and how the earliest faith communities appropriated and applied his story to their own contexts. May be used to satisfy Bible University Requirements.
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BIBO 211Message of the Old Testament
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3 creditsAn overview of the Old Testament providing an outline of special themes and the overall purpose of the books. The basic message of the Old Testament as a whole, including content and theological themes, will be examined.
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BIBO 325Christian Perspectives on Vocation
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3 creditsAn analysis of the history and theology of vocation in the Christian tradition and its application in students’ lives. This includes reflection on one’s understanding of vocation and its implication on their faith, work, home life, communities, and workplaces. Students will identify and develop spiritual practices that attend to vocational identity.
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RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES
(minimum 12 hours, check the catalog for more options)
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FAMO 275Child Development Ages 0-11
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3 creditsAn introduction to the development, care, and guidance of the infant and young child (ages 0-11). A minimum of 6 hours of observation/interaction with children is required.
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FAMO 280Child Development Ages 12-18
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3 creditsAn introduction to the development, care, and guidance of the adolescent child (ages 12-18). A minimum of 6 hours of observation/interaction with adolescents is required.
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PSYO 345Sexual Minorities: Identities and Communities
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3 creditsA survey of the development of sexual minority identities and communities and their interaction with majority culture based on critical assessment of social/behavioral science research.
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PSYO 342Applied Sports Psychology
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3 creditsDevelopment of knowledge and skill in the application of psychology to the enhancement of sport and exercise performance and to the personal development of the athlete.
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COMO 421Leadership and Communication
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3 creditsThe study of leadership emerging from communication skills, personal traits, group, and historical situations. Special focus on small group and organizational leadership. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
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COMO 475Persuasion
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3 creditsIncludes theories and principles of communication useful in a number of contexts where individual or group change is important.
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LEAD 211Theories and Practices of Effective Leadership
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3 creditsIntroduces students to the principal foundations of leadership. Students examine classical and contemporary theories that have and continue to influence the professional workforce. Students use personal and professional experiences to reflect how leadership theories shape the dynamics of a working environment.
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LEAD 214Self-Assessment in Leadership
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3 creditsProvides an introduction as to how motivation and resiliency guides leadership development. Students learn how personal attributes potentially influence individual leadership styles. Students reflect on how their personal vocation and calling can potentially shape self-leadership skills.
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LEAD 411Decision Making in Organizations
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3 creditsThis course provides an introductory-level analysis of individual and organizational-level decision making. Students will learn how to engage skills to assist employees in the navigation of organizational change.
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SOCO 442Race and Racisms
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3 creditsRace is one of the most pressing issues in the United States today. We will read and discuss materials that provide insight into how race and racism define our lives. Systemic and structural racism, racial categorization, white privilege, ethnic identification, nativism, and intersecting oppressions
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MGMT 335Leadership in Organizations
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3 creditsThe study, comparison, and contrast of leadership traits, leaders, and leadership strategies.
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MGMT 390Innovation
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3 creditsExamines the theories and practices that enable individuals and teams to create, leverage, and manage innovation, with a focus on practical application and implementation in organizations.
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