Master's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (M.A. or M.S.)

This student designed a program integrating applied psychology with criminological theory to explore the behavioral, social, and systemic factors that shape criminal behavior.

A program like this can prepare students for roles in forensic settings, community corrections, victim advocacy, mental health services, or other fields that benefit from understanding both psychological processes and criminal justice dynamics.

• CJA 625 Life Course Criminology (3)
• CJA 630 Applied Criminology (3)
• CJA 652 Drugs and Society (3)
• CNA 671 Media, Culture, and Society (3)
• CSL 605 Clinical Psychopharmacology (3)
• PSY 506 Death and Dying (3)
• PSY 508 Forensic Psychology (3)
• PSY 515 Human Sexuality (3)
• PSY 540 Psychopharmacology (3)
• PSY 550 Abnormal Psychology (3)

This student designed a program in Advanced Music Studies that blends in-depth musical scholarship with advanced instructional and conducting practices, supported by foundational work in educational and psychological theory.

A program like this can prepare students for roles in music education, ensemble leadership, curriculum development, or other professional settings that benefit from both artistic expertise and an understanding of how people learn and perform.

• EDU 626 Advanced Educational Psychology
• MUS 503 Music of the Baroque and Classical Periods
• MUS 504 Music of the Romantic Period
• MUS 515 Choral Literature and Materials
• MUS 516 Instrumental Literature and Materials
• MUS 603 Instructional Practices in Music Education
• MUS 601 Advanced Choral Conducting
• MUS 602 Advanced Instrumental Conducting
• PSY 550 Abnormal Psychology
• PSY 600 Studies in Psychology

This student created a program in Communication and Literature that combines advanced study in media, persuasion, and leadership with coursework in writing, linguistic theory, and literary analysis.

A program like this can prepare students for roles in strategic communication, content development, public relations, or other fields that benefit from strong rhetorical, cultural, and analytical skills.

• CNA 553 Integrated Brand Promotion
• CNA 567 Intercultural Communication
• CNA 617 Topics in Argumentation and Persuasion
• CNA 659 PR Leadership
• CNA 661 Research in Leadership
• CNA 671 Mass Media and Society
• CNA 696 PR through Social Media
• ENG 501 Writers Workshop
• ENG 526 Linguistic Theory and Application
• ENG 621 Seminar Major Authors: John Steinbeck

This student designed a program focused on Community Well-Being and Organizational Growth, integrating leadership, communication, psychology, and sociological perspectives to better understand how organizations and communities thrive.

A program like this can prepare students for roles in community development, organizational leadership, human resources, or other fields that emphasize ethical decision-making, cultural awareness, and positive social impact.

• BUS 575 Consumer Purchasing/Motivation
• BUS 610 Managing Organizational Change
• BUS 620 Managerial Communications
• BUS 627 Ethics in Leadership
• BUS 628 Dispute Resolution Management
• CNA 567 Intercultural Communication
• EDU 567 Human Relations
• EDU 626 Advanced Ed Psychology
• SOC 500 Topics in Sociology: Multicultural America
• SOC 560 Social Inequalities

This student designed a program in Construction Leadership that blends advanced construction management coursework with training in communication, financial oversight, and conflict resolution.

A program like this can prepare students for roles in project management, construction supervision, budgeting and planning, or other leadership positions within the construction and building industries.

• BUS 537 Fraud Examination and Forensic Accounting
• BUS 620 Managerial Communication
• BUS 628 Dispute Resolution Management
• BUS 656 Marketing Administration
• ITE 510 Teaching Technology - Architect/Construction
• ITE 528 Construction Project Management
• ITE 538 Commercial Construction
• ITE 591 Special Project - Residential Drawing
• ITE 596 Special Course - Construction Finances

This student designed a program in Early Childhood and Family Advocacy that combines advanced coursework in early childhood education, leadership, organizational communication, and public policy to support the wellbeing of young children and their families.

A program like this can prepare students for roles in early childhood program administration, family advocacy, community partnership coordination, or other positions that emphasize child development, equitable support systems, and effective family-centered leadership.

• BUS 627 Ethics in Leadersihp
• BUS 665 Leadership Seminar
• BUS 690 Seminar in Organizational Behavior
• CNA 567 Intercultural Communication
• CNA 648 Advanced Organizational Communication
• EDU 557 Human Relations in a Pluralistic Society
• EDU 605 Curriculum and Methods Appropriate for Ages Birth-8
• EDU 626 Advanced Education Psychology
• FCS 604 Infant/Toddlers Through Primary Children Birth-8
• FCS 611 Administration of Early Childhood Eduation Programs and Coordination of Community Partnerships
• FCS 615 Current Trends and Issues in Family Consumer Sciences
• POS 530 Public Policy
• SPD 636 Social/Emotional Behavior

This student designed a program in Human Mechanics and Sport Psychology that integrates advanced study in athletic performance, strength and conditioning, wellness management, and the psychological factors that influence motivation, teamwork, and human behavior.

A program like this can prepare students for roles in athletic coaching, performance optimization, wellness program leadership, or other fields that blend physical training with applied psychological insight.

• PED 607 Exercise and Nutrition
• PED 612 Advanced Sport Marketing and Promotion
• PED 617 Management in Human Performance and Wellness
• PED 653 Program Management and the Transition of Sport
• PED 660 Periodization in Strength and Conditioning
• PED 682 Optimizing Athletic Performance
• PED 685 Social Issues in Sport
• PSY 510 Psychology of Small Group Behavior
• PSY 530 Positive Psychology
• PSY 535 Industrial/Organizational Psychology