What is Integrative Studies?
The definition for Integrative Studies is “a cognitive process by which individuals or groups draw on disciplinary perspectives and integrate them to advance their understanding of a complex problem and apply the understanding to a real world problem.a interdisciplinary approach to education across”.
Instead of concentrating on one specific discipline such as science or business, integrative studies draws from different areas to help the student achieve a well-rounded education. This approach allows for varied perspectives with a broader view on the intended subject matter.
As part of this program, we are to create an SEO which stands for Statement of Educational Objectives. This is basically a plan or list of classes to complete for the degree. We are to pick two concentrations that are either already determined or self-determined. The classes should be a mix of 100-400 level courses across different disciplines. The course letters must not repeat from one concentration to the other or with the thematic sequence/minor.
I have chosen an SEO with one predetermined concentration, Healthcare Administration, and a self-designed second concentration. Since I have almost completed my minor in Commerce, I will not need to take a Thematic Sequence. These courses all interest me and seem to fit nicely together for a career in Healthcare. Plus, since I am a non-traditional student, many of these can be taken online to better fit my schedule.
| SEO | ||
| Concentration 1: Healthcare Administration | ||
| ACC222 | Intro to Managerial Accounting | |
| APC201 | Health Communications | Fall 2018 |
| NSG321 | US Healthcare System and Culture | Reg Summer 20 |
| ECO201 | Micro Economics | |
| NSG435 | Challenges in Healthcare Delivery | |
| Concentration 2: Health Science and Wellness (Self-Designed) | ||
| MBI111 | Microorganisms and Human Disease | Fall 2019 |
| MBI361 | Epidemiology | Spring 2020 |
| KNH245 | Health Issues for Children | |
| BIO325 | Pathophysiology | |
| ENG413 | Grant and Proposal Writing |
Since this course began, I discovered I couldn’t use all of my Commerce classes across each discipline. I thought I was almost done with my concentrations but soon realized those courses would not work. I originally thought I wanted to add the Staffing and Recruitment concentration, but several of the courses listed are Commerce courses or are courses that are not offered regularly or online.
Overall, I think as long as I can write a convincing rationale describing how these courses are similar but different, I should be okay.
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