Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies Completion Program

Program overview:

With a focus on written and verbal communication, the BLS core curriculum exposes you to a breadth of disciplines, including business and entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, philosophy, humanities, and natural and social sciences.

When you graduate, you’ll be able to:

1. Critically analyze and engage with historical, contemporary, and enduring questions of the human experience.

2. Understand fundamental concepts and methodologies in the humanities, the sciences and mathematics/statistics, and the social sciences; apply these methods to the analysis of complex problems.

3. Discover and analyze primary and secondary sources relevant to specific research questions in particular academic disciplines.

4. Recognize and respond to social justice issues, locally and globally; enact ethics-based approaches in study and work.

5. Write well and present information clearly for specific audiences in appropriate forms and media.

6. Demonstrate the ability to apply intercultural knowledge and competence by meaningfully and ethically engaging others.

Summer courses for the new Cybersecurity, Analytics, and Technology Concentration are available!

Get first access to this concentration through one of the summer courses:

• Geopolitics and Cyberspace

• Introduction to Applied Intelligence

After completing the course, you can transition directly into the concentration this Fall. 

In this concentration, you will gain the essential skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in areas such as intelligence, cybersecurity, criminology, or technology. The program combines theoretical understanding with practical expertise, ensuring you are well-equipped for the real-world challenges of these fields. 

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Analyze and interpret intelligence data to identify patterns, threats, and opportunities in complex environments. 

• Apply criminological theories to address contemporary social issues. 

• Evaluate the use of current technologies for problem-solving and optimization in professional settings. 

• Discuss the ethical and legal considerations associated with intelligence activities, security measures, and technological innovations.