UAH College of Professional Studies - Bachelor's in Professional Studies

Next Start Date: May 31

Earn a Bachelor’s

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Choose from five concentrations (details on back) and five start dates per year.

Start from scratch or apply transfer credits for up to 75% of your degree, including 34 hrs of technical credits.

ACE credits accepted.

Choose a learning format that’s right for you. Online, Campus, or Blended options are available.

Earn a degree from an accredited research university with the #1 Return on Investment in Alabama.

In Professional Studies The Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies (BPS) offers a flexible, well-rounded interdisciplinary curriculum that provides students the opportunity to expand their knowledge base across an array of academic disciplines to meet their individual goals.

“Amazing support and wonderful staff. I am extremely pleased with my experience. They were there for me every step of the way. I highly recommend this program if you want to finish your degree, or continue your education in any way.”

– CHRISTY CHAMBERS, BPS 2020 Graduate

Contact CPSAdvising@uah.edu to receive a no obligation transcript evaluation and consultation.

Questions? 256.824.6673 | CPS.uah.edu/BPS

Choose From 5 Online Concentrations:

Career Opportunities:

Engineering Technology

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Operations Production Manufacturing Test and Evaluation Product Design Distribution and Sales Service and Maintenance

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Human Resources Strategic Planning Project Management Public Relations Management Consulting Entrepreneur Healthcare Administration Social Services Retail/Business Management Political Advisor

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Customer Service Management Employee Training & Development Event Planning Recruitment Management Analyst Human Resource Management Health Services/Administration Fundraising and Development Compensation and Benefits

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Business Law Public/Community Service Technical Writing Research Politics/Policy Conservation Public Health Quality and Regulatory Compliance

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Public Relations/Nonprofit Brand Management Technical Writing Social Work Software Consulting General Management Administration/Executive Assistant Risk Management

Prepare to establish yourself as a successful, practicing Engineering Technologist. Graduates will use science, engineering, and math skills to design products and systems, install and maintain products, and provide a wide range of services, such as implementation of the design, testing, calibration and supervision of its operation.

Leadership Strategies & Dynamics Develop an understanding of foundational leadership theory in your chosen context. Focus on the nature of leadership in a variety of settings and prepare for leadership responsibility in the community and in your selected profession. Coursework will focus on business (emphasis on leadership and management) and social sciences/ humanities (emphasis on communications, history, philosophy, political science, psychology, and/or sociology).

Organizational Studies Prepare for careers that involve finding solutions to human problems in organizations and communities. Students will acquire an understanding of human behavior in groups, organizations, and larger systems. Coursework will focus on business (emphasis on management and information systems) and humanities/social sciences (emphasis on communications, philosophy, political science, psychology, education, and/or sociology).

Technology, Science & Society Integrate the study of science, engineering and/or technology with its social and cultural impact on humanity. Coursework will focus on developing a broad understanding of the technical, historical and social dimensions of science and technology. Curriculum options include engineering, the natural sciences, computer science, information sciences, business, social sciences, and/or humanities.

General Studies Design a curriculum to best support your professional and personal interests. Coursework places priority on interdisciplinary studies, critical analysis, oral and written communication, ethics, and teamwork. It allows students to fulfill general education credits, study relevant topics, develop versatile skill sets, and prepare for a wide range of career options.

Questions? 256.824.6673 | CPS.uah.edu/BPS