Baker College | Bachelor of General Studies
The online Bachelor of General Studies program at Baker College is designed to provide students with a broad general education foundation, allowing them the opportunity to focus on multiple areas of interest. Read more about this flexible online major here.
Official Program Name:
Bachelor of General Studies
School Offering Program:
Baker College
Degree Level:
Bachelor
Program Prerequisites:
Individuals interested in Baker College's online Bachelor of General Studies program may have a desire to earn a 4-year degree but may not have a particular major in mind. Other applicants may have practical work experience and seek a bachelor's degree as a tool to advance in their current position. Applicants to Baker College's undergraduate programs should have earned a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Program Description:
Individuals enrolled in Baker College's online Bachelor of General Studies program have the chance to work with a school advisor to select an undergraduate training path that aligns with their personal and professional interests. The program is designed to build students' computer, writing, and communication skills. In addition, participants have the chance to study psychology and human behavior as well as fine-tune their interpersonal abilities. Depending on a student's individualized education plan, a practical experience could be available.
Learning Format:
Online
Total Credits Required:
180 credits.
Financial Aid Available:
Financial aid counseling is available to all Baker College students, and aid opportunities are available for those who qualify. Financial assistance opportunities include academic scholarships, grants, loans, and work aid.
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Required Courses for a Bachelor of General Studies:
Degree program and course requirements are subject to change. Contact Baker College to confirm the most accurate information before enrolling in a program.
Concentration I Requirements (24 credits)
- Between elective and concentration credits, a minimum of 32 credit hours must be at the 300- and 400-level.
Concentration II Requirements (24 credits)
- Between elective and concentration credits, a minimum of 32 credit hours must be at the 300- and 400-level.
Elective Requirements (60 credits)
- Between elective and concentration credits, a minimum of 32 credit hours must be at the 300- and 400-level.
General Education Requirements (72 credits)
- ELECT 111A: Scientific Inquiry Elective
- ELECT 121A: Communication Elective
- ELECT 121B: Communication Elective
- ELECT 131A: Global and Cultural Perspectives Elective
- ELECT 131B: Global and Cultural Perspectives Elective
- ELECT 141A: Personal and Social Environments Elective
- ELECT 141B: Personal and Social Environments Elective
- ELECT 161A: Computer Literacy Elective
- ELECT 161B: Computer Literacy Elective
- ELECT 161C: Computer Literacy Elective
- ELECT 161D: Computer Literacy Elective
- ENG 101: Composition I
- ENG 102: Composition II
- HUM 401A: Philosophy of Ethics
- MTH 111: Introductory Algebra
- MTH 112: Intermediate Algebra
- SOC 321: Cultural Diversity
- SPK 201: Oral Communication
- Students choose one of the following courses:
- PSY 101: Human Relations
- PSY 111: General Psychology
- Students choose one of the following courses:
- SPK 211: Group Dynamics
- SPK 401: Presentational Speaking
Post Graduation Opportunities
Furthering Your Education:
After earning a Bachelor of General Studies degree, graduates could decide they'd like to pursue a similar, all-encompassing graduate degree. In contrast, during their undergraduate years, some students may have decided more concretely on a career path. If this is the case, they may pursue graduate training in a specialized field of interest.
Master's degrees that graduates could seek to earn include, but are not limited to:
- Master of Liberal Arts
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Science in Communication
- Master of Science in Management
- Master of Science in Education
Career Paths:
Graduates of this Baker College program could be prepared to pursue various positions in private and public sectors. Opportunities could exist with government departments, philanthropic agencies, health care organizations, schools, business offices, or retail corporations. Experience in the field could allow individuals to move up the career ladder.
Entry-level positions could be found as:
- Entrepreneurs
- Sales professionals
- Writers
- Managers
