Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Arts Psychology
Psychology seeks to apply current psychological principles to practical problems in the workplace and everyday life. The psychology major at Robert Morris University provides education and training in psychology to prepare students for successful careers or graduate programs in psychology and related fields, such as child care, counseling, research, law or social work.
This program is unique for several reasons. First, by completing the required RMU core, students gain computer and communications skills not typically found in other psychology programs. Secondly, the program requires completion of an academic minor and a two-semester practicum experience, in which students complete a minimum of 120 hours of supervised work in a setting that meets their career interests. Finally, 27 credits of open electives allow students to fulfill requirements of another major or minor, or to select a broader range of courses.
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Bachelor of Science Health Services Administration
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Services Administration degree program is designed to prepare students to become leaders of institutions that provide health care services. The structure and financing of health care is changing rapidly. Future administrators must be prepared to deal with evolving integrated patient care delivery systems, technological innovations, an increasingly complex regulatory environment, restructuring of work, and an increased focus on preventive care. They will be called upon to improve efficiency in health care facilities and the quality of the care provided.
Through the B.S. in Health Services Administration program, you'll gain the knowledge and develop the leadership skills that will enable you to lead individuals, groups and organizations in today's ever-changing health care industry. Through an integration of theory and practical experience, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of the industry, including its nuances and challenges, in order to develop a focused leadership style that is adapted to the reality of patient care delivery today.
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Bachelor of Art English Studies-Technical Writing
The Department of English offers an area of study concentrating on various aspects of professional, technical writing. This program is intended for students and practicing professionals who wish to develop their writing skills in order to seek or advance a career in professional writing and who wish to explore the rhetorical, linguistic, and technological context of professional writing. The area of study is also intended for students who wish to pursue a masters degree in professional or technical writing.
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Bachelor of Science Organizational Studies/Leadership
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Organizational Studies/Leadership degree program provides a foundation in leadership, interpersonal relationships, diversity, organizational ethics and communications. The program focuses on the development of leadership skills, enabling graduates to become successful leaders in an ever-changing workplace and society.
You'll study the dynamics of psychology, human behavior and human interactions in the workplace and learn to understand the intricacies of individual and group behaviors and their impact in the workplace.
In your final semester, you'll complete a capstone seminar in which you'll apply everything you've learned in ethics, communication, leadership and interpersonal relations. As a final project, you'll present a major case study examining a real-world situation from all aspects of corporate life.
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