Bachelor of General Studies |
Bachelor |
USD |
General Studies |
The Bachelor of General Studies degree is intended to accommodate students with a variety of career goals. It is an important option for students who have accumulated significant college credit and who want to complete a baccalaureate degree. But, it is also a viable choice for students who are interested in building their own degree program, to coincide with their career plans and interests. Students are required to complete general education requirements plus 45 credits in three areas of emphasis (15 credits in each area) selected by the student: allied health, business, education, fine arts, humanities, social sciences, wellness, technology and other STEM disciplines (science, engineering, math). Specific coursework in the three areas of emphasis is selected by the student; additional credits for graduation can be selected from any discipline.
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Business Administration – Accounting |
Bachelor |
USD |
Business |
Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting provides quality professional education in an environment that promotes critical thinking, fosters the exchange of ideas among scholars, and contributes value to the practice of accounting.
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Business Administration – Administration |
Bachelor |
USD |
Business |
Bachelor of Business Administration – Administration prepares students to become capable business managers that can detect and even anticipate changes in the business environment, understand the changes they see, and develop effective strategies to cope with these changes.
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Business Administration – Economics |
Bachelor |
USD |
Business |
Bachelor of Business Administration – Economics develops skills that will allow students to weigh the costs and benefits of a particular course of action in the fields of law, industry, finance, government, and education, as well as in many other areas of business and civic life.
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Business Administration – Finance |
Bachelor |
USD |
Business |
Bachelor of Business Administration – Finance prepares students for a dynamic, exciting career in the world of business. Finance majors may choose from a variety of career paths including corporate finance, investments, financial planning, portfolio management, banking, mergers and acquisitions, insurance, real estate, security analysis, and international finance.
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Business Administration – Marketing |
Bachelor |
USD |
Business |
Bachelor of Business Administration – Marketing gives students the skills to analyze and understand the field of marketing and the influences that affect marketing strategy.
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Criminal Justice |
Bachelor |
USD |
Social Sciences |
B.S./B.A. Criminal Justice is an interdisciplinary study of crime and justice in our society and emphasizes the key components of police, courts, corrections, and juvenile justice in the criminal justice processes of our local, state, and federal governments. Beyond the basic required courses, students can pursue advanced courses in many areas, including the historical, international, social science, and legal facets of criminal justice studies.
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General Studies |
Associate |
USD |
General Studies |
A.A. General Studies program advances participants’ general knowledge beyond high school and meets general education requirements for a baccalaureate degree in any South Dakota public university.
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Health Sciences |
Bachelor |
USD |
Health Sciences |
B.S. Health Sciences is a dynamic major that is interdisciplinary in nature and provides flexible options that allow students to prepare for many kinds of careers related to health. The major provides the opportunity for students with a general but unfocused interest in the health professions to explore the many opportunities in the field and to develop the knowledge, values and interpersonal skills needed to be successful in today's health and human service settings. The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences will qualify students for entry into graduate programs in a specific health profession, entry-level employment in health care or health care related positions and educational mobility for individuals who wish to advance their education.
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M.P.A. Master of Professional Accountancy – Hybrid Delivery |
Graduate |
USD |
Business |
Master of Professional Accountancy – Hybrid Delivery is a professional graduate program designed to provide specialized training in accounting and related fields for individuals seeking rewarding careers in public accounting, industry, and government. In addition, the MPA program fulfills the 150-hour requirement of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to sit for the Uniform CPA Examination.
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M.S. Administration – Alcohol & Drug Studies |
Graduate |
USD |
Health Sciences |
Master of Science in Administration – Alcohol and Drug Studies Specialization is a cross-disciplinary program that provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to more effectively perform administrative roles. The Alcohol and Drug Abuse Studies specialization provides theoretical knowledge regarding the nature, etiology, prevention, and treatment of alcohol and other drug issues and provides a multidisciplinary approach for career opportunities.
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M.S. Administration – Health Services Administration Specialization |
Graduate |
USD |
Health Sciences |
Master of Science in Administration – Health Services Administration Specialization is a cross-disciplinary program that provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to more effectively perform administrative roles. The Health Services Administration specialization provides education in advanced health care systems, health planning and marketing, advanced health care management, and includes a health care practicum.
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M.S. Administration – Human Resources Specialization |
Graduate |
USD |
Business |
Master of Science in Administration – Human Resources Specialization is a cross-disciplinary program that provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to more effectively perform administrative roles. The Human Resources option provides education in supervision of personnel, leadership, and human resource management.
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M.S. Administration – Interdisciplinary Studies Specialization |
Graduate |
USD |
Business |
Master of Science in Administration – Interdisciplinary Studies Specialization is a cross-disciplinary program that provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to more effectively perform administrative roles. The Interdisciplinary Specialization is structured to allow student to craft an individual track suited to their specific needs.
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M.S. Administration – Long-Term Care Administration Specialization |
Graduate |
USD |
Health Sciences |
Master of Science in Administration – Long-Term Care Administration Specialization is a cross-disciplinary program provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to more effectively perform administrative roles. The Long-Term Care Administration Specialization helps build a career that offers security, status, high income, and most importantly, the satisfaction of helping others.
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M.S. Administration – Organizational Leadership Specialization |
Graduate |
USD |
Business |
Master of Science in Administration – Organizational Leadership Specialization is a cross-disciplinary program that provides the primary tools and organizational skills necessary to more effectively perform administrative roles. The Organizational Leadership specialization is designed to enhance the leadership skills of administrators in a variety of organizational settings.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Hybrid Delivery |
Graduate |
USD |
Business |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Hybrid Delivery – The purpose of the Hybrid MBA program is to develop current and future leaders for business, industry and government, and to encourage those students who have an interest in teaching at the college level and an aptitude for an academic career to continue their work at the doctoral level. The emphases in this program are decision making, problem solving, understanding the role of business in society, and developing leadership ability and social responsibility to progress to positions of executive responsibility.
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Nursing |
Bachelor |
USD |
Health Sciences |
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is designed to provide the specialized knowledge and skills needed to meet the increasingly complex demands of the nursing profession. The learning experience provides a rich and unique environment: Faculty members are registered nurse educators offering academic expertise and real-world experience from a variety of clinical areas; Simulation classrooms with state-of-the-art equipment; and Interactive learning modules. USD's long-standing relationships with numerous clinical agencies ensure ample opportunities for excellent clinical educational experiences.
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