Interdisciplinary Studies
| Grantham's Degree Programs | Credit Hours |
| Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies | 124 credit hours |
| Associate Degree | 63 credit hours |
Interdisciplinary Studies Program Description
The Grantham Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) program is designed for the student who wants a well-rounded general education based on his/her needs. Achieving and/or developing effective writing skills is a major component of the IDS program as over 50% of the required courses involve writing for content and persuasion. This program differs from Grantham's General Studies program in that core topics are delved into more deeply. In this program, such topics as college algebra, computer essentials, computer applications, the basics of electronics engineering technology, physical and life sciences, psychology, philosophy, sociology, world history, business administration, and criminal justice are covered so that the student becomes well rounded in his/her education. Writing for content and communication is emphasized in most of these areas. Writing assignments typically involve essays, reports, critiques, letters and business-related correspondence, and projects.
Interdisciplinary Studies Course Highlights
| BA150 | Principles of Business Management |
| BA181 | Foundations of Marketing |
| BA301 | Business & Society |
| BA365 | Introduction to Operations Management |
| CJ102 | Introduction to Criminology |
| CJ403 | White Collar Crime |
| PA301 | Introduction to Public Administration |
| PL301 | Introduction to Philosophy |
| PL401 | Philosophy of Science & Technology |
| PS260 | Abnormal Psychology |
View the Associate Degree Curriculum
View the Bachelor's Degree Curriculum
"...interdisciplinary work requires students in these programs to look at problems from a range of perspectives and to think outside standard organizational boundaries..."Inside Higher Education |
Career Specific Information
Operations and Intelligence Analysts:
Collects and analyzes data to evaluate operational difficulties and makes recommendations to solve problems. Develops and follows modeling and evaluation processes to determine the effectiveness of current operational activities to determine problem areas and develop solutions. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
| 7-year Job Growth Forecast:
In the next 7 years, the Operations Analyst field is projected to grow by over 705 full and part-time jobs annually. |
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| Average Salaries:
If you choose to work in the Operations Analyst field, you can expect to earn: |
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| The Job Market:
In 2005, there were over 565,000 positions in the Operations Analyst field. |
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| The information on Job Titles, Salary, Job Growth, and Descriptions was assembled primarily from information from MONEY Magazine, Salary.com, and the BLS May '05 National Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates study. They are not promises or guarantees, and they should not take the place of prospective students doing their own research on other possible career outcomes. | |
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