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Bachelor in Organizational Studies

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The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Studies is a comprehensive response for the high demand for organizational knowledge in employees who may seek career opportunities in government, corporate and non-profit entities. Participants develop skills and knowledge that transcend organizations, whether private or public, service or manufacturer, corporate or non-profit, which helps develop competent personnel in any organization through the understanding of organizational structures and best practices for contemporary organizational success. Through the exploration of individual, group and organizational behaviors, students integrate knowledge of human action, communication and change in the organization. As participants in organizational life, students in this program develop the knowledge and competencies to become contributors to their organization’s success. They may even exercise formal or informal leadership roles in their respective organizations and are thus well versed in contemporary organizational theories and practices to make their integration into an organization more effective. Participants may further seek to pursue administrative, supervisory or advanced roles within their organization.

This program is designed to meet the needs of traditional students moving through a 4-year program or as a degree completion program for adults who desire to better position themselves in their respective organizations consistent with industry expectations. This program of study integrates analysis of theory, case studies, service learning and research while encouraging thoughtful and creative approaches to understanding organizational structure that are assessable, measurable and observable. This degree program is focused on realistic, accurate, and sound interpretations of the complexity and diversity found in different organizational settings. The program strives to be consistent in scope with college standards, and consistent with industry outcomes.

Admission Requirements / Degree Completion Students

All general admissions requirements for Goodwin College must be fulfilled. Since this program also serves as a degree completion program, all previous courses taken outside of Goodwin College ought to be submitted for programmatic review at the time of application and before acceptance into the program to assess the students overall academic status. Transcripts from other institutions submitted after matriculation may not be accepted. Degree completion students may transfer in up to 90 credits provided that they were earned from accredited institutions of higher education; not all transfer credits may be applicable to the degree; only credits earning a grade of "C" or higher will be accepted. Relevant CLEP exams, other recognized standardized tests for college credit and CBEs are acceptable at anytime during the course of study.

Graduation Requirements

In addition to the general graduation requirements of Goodwin College as published in this catalog, BSOS students must maintain a GPA of 2.5 in the major and 2.0 overall.

Students must earn a minimum of 30 credits or 25% of the graduation credit and a minimum of 15 credits (5 courses) in the major core at Goodwin College. Students must also complete a minimum of 45 credits (15 courses) at the 200 level or higher, which includes a minimum of 30 credits (10 courses) at the 300 and 400 levels.

Additionally, 20 hours of documented community service must be completed prior to graduation. The requirement is intended to foster lifelong learners who develop civic responsibility. This service may be incorporated by the student as part of a particular course experience or completed during any semester. Students identify a community service project and submit same to the instructor of the course if the project is course related and/or to the BSOS program director. At the close of the 20 hours of service, each student is required to submit a five-page paper describing the service experience, how it affected both themselves and the community. Community service hours and documentation must be completed incompliance with the college policy and submitted to their program director no later than two months prior to expected graduation date.

To request more information:

Call Dr. Cliff Thermer, Director - Organizational Studies Program at 1-860-913-2058,
or email: CThermer@goodwin.edu.

Last Modified: 1/23/2012