Integrated Studies
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Integrated Studies, Applied Leadership Concentration, B.S.
The Applied Leadership Program is a popular option for Integrated Studies majors. This specialized curriculum is for adult learners employed in business and industry and provides up to four individual undergraduate certificates covering topics needed in today's business environment. Each certificate consists of two 7-week online courses and a 40-hour onsite or remote/Zoom intensive training with some additional online coursework. The on-site portion of the intensives is typically offered as a five-day session or two-weekend session.
The Bachelor of Science in Integrated Studies degree with a concentration in Applied Leadership is an interdisciplinary program and includes courses from the following departments: Communication Studies, Management, Military Science, Psychology, Sociology and Anthropology, and University Studies. The University works with corporate partners that make available to their employees this Applied Leadership focus on building greater depth in leadership.
The Applied Leadership concentration provides students with undergraduate certificates of 10 credit hours each covering topics needed in today's business environment.
- Certificate in Leadership Theory
- Certificate in Communication and Problem-Solving
- Certificate in Leading Teams
- Certificate in Leading People and Managing Change
Completion of the Certificate in Leadership Theory, two additional certificates, and PRST 4999 will fulfill the major requirements of the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Integrated Studies, Applied Leadership concentration. Students must also meet all general education and other MTSU degree requirements.
Elective course requirements for adult learners are often fulfilled through the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program, which evaluates college-level learning gained through work, training, certifications, licensure, military, and other programs. Details about the program should be discussed with the student's advisor.
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News Briefs
MTSU-McGuire partnership continues elevating McDonald’s employees with degrees, promotions
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University and McGuire Restaurant Group have been working together the past several years to transform the lives of local McDonald’s employees, with a dozen McGuire employees having graduated from MTSU and several more currently enrolled.[ Read More ]
State fire commission head praises MTSU public safety program as graduation looms [+VIDEO]
With Middle Tennessee State University’s fall graduation ceremony just around the corner, future alumni are busy studying for finals and preparing for the big day. Among them is Heather Zimmerman, who’s balancing her studies, family life and a career transition.[ Read More ]
Integrated Studies, Applied Leadership Concentration, B.S.
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-Joey Yadon, Class of '20, Production Control Manager, Ceva Logistics
Internship Opportunities
We offer an internship course, PRST 4110, and a practicum course, PRST 4997. Students can contact their advisor for more information.
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MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake.
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- Keith Huber
- Dr. Hilary Miller
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