It is composed of courses in Psychology, Business Administration, Economics, and Sociology. The completion of 66 course hours meets the college requirements for both the major and supporting field pursuant to a Bachelor of Science degree. Students who elect the Business-Psychology major will do coursework designed to give them a basic knowledge of business principles and skills. In particular, the program places some emphasis on personnel management. Courses from Psychology and Sociology are intended to give students knowledge of the social sciences and to complement the business side of the major.
Some emphasis is given to applications of psychological principles and methods.
While the Business-Psychology major is not intended to prepare students for a specific career, it should be useful in a number of business or administrative occupations. Students who successfully complete the program may also elect to pursue graduate study in Business, Psychology, or other areas. Conduct research in Psychology by formulating research questions, collecting and analyzing data, and describing findings and implications. Be proviced the opportunity to observe professional role models in applied psychological settings. Observe the application of Psychological principles.