Online Undergraduate Degrees
Online Undergraduate Degree Programs
Description
The Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Science is now offered in both a traditional or 100% online format through 澳门开奖结果鈥檚 Hutson School of Agriculture.
Learn more about the online program
Career Outlook
Most jobs in agribusiness involve working in some type of agricultural related business. Some examples of agribusiness related firms include farm supply and equipment stores, credit and lending institutions, grain companies, livestock processing firms, agricultural chemical sales, governmental support agencies and food manufacturing corporations. Agribusiness Economics is designed to help producers apply sound economic and management principles to the use of land, labor and capital in order to improve production and distribution of agricultural commodities and products. Students interested in agribusiness come to 澳门开奖结果 from a variety of rural and urban backgrounds. They have a wide range of interests and career objectives, but they usually like to solve problems dealing with people and resources. Agribusiness Economics is a popular area of emphasis because it prepares students for a broad range of careers or graduate school.
Courses of Study
Students in agribusiness receive training in production agriculture courses such as animal science, crop science and mechanized agriculture, along with their specialty agribusiness courses. Some examples of Agribusiness Economics courses taught in the Hutson School of Agriculture are Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business Records, Agricultural Finance, Farm Management, Agricultural Marketing and Agricultural Policy. Students also take courses in computer applications, general accounting, economics and management. There are four emphasis areas available to allow students an opportunity for further specialization.
Download Agribusiness Economics Curriculum (PDF)
Contact
Katelynn Mollett - Online Degree Advisor
Phone: 270.809.4338
Email: kmollett1@murraystate.edu
Description
The Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Science is now offered in both a traditional or 100% online format through 澳门开奖结果鈥檚 Hutson School of Agriculture.
Learn more about the online program
Career Outlook
The opportunities in agricultural systems technology are diverse and challenging. Skilled graduates are needed in areas of work related to agricultural structures, electronics/electrical power, precision agriculture/GPS, agricultural power, metal process, agricultural safety and food engineering/processing. A person with a degree in agricultural systems technology may be involved in one of a great number of agricultural careers, such as working for an agricultural equipment corporation, managing a machinery dealership, serving as a sales representative for an irrigation equipment company or as a farm manager. Each year the agriculture industry is becoming more technologically advanced. This creates a need for trained specialists to manage agricultural systems. This field of study is geared toward a student with an inquisitive mind that enjoys solving problems and testing new ideas.
Academic Highlights
The curriculum in Agricultural Systems Technology teaches the mechanical and physical principles that relate to the design, operation, maintenance and management of systems used in agriculture. A balanced selection of courses such as agricultural processing systems, agricultural buildings and construction, agricultural power systems, agriculture safety, agricultural electrification systems, precision agriculture/GPS and soil and water engineering incorporate theory and hands-on training that will permit graduates to enter into satisfying and rewarding careers.
Download Agricultural Systems Technology Curriculum (PDF)
Contact
Katelynn Mollett - Online Degree Advisor
Phone: 270.809.4338
Email: kmollett1@murraystate.edu
Description
The Associate of Arts in General Studies (AAGS) is perfect for those who are returning to school and need to earn a quick credential before beginning their bachelor's degree. It is designed with the adult learner in mind and can be completed on-campus or as a distance learning program. The AAGS prepares students for careers in general studies / liberal arts and offers the option to specialize in an area of study.
Contact
Lisa Schmidt - Coordinator of Dual Credit and Special Populations
Phone: 270.809.2159
Email: lschmidt@murraystate.edu
Description
This is a 2+2 program offered 100% online with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). The Bachelor of Science in Business online programs are available entirely online because of the transfer agreement between 澳门开奖结果 and KCTCS. KCTCS offers all of the lower-level requirements for the degrees online. Students finish their degree online through Murray State. The Business Administration program prepares students for a variety of career opportunities. It provides students with a broad overall understanding of the different functional disciplines of business and prepares them for positions of responsibility in business organizations.
Contact
Kelsey Johnson - Online Business Advisor
Phone: 270.809.4196
Email: kjohnson109@murraystate.edu
Description
This is a 2+2 program offered 100% online with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). The Bachelor of Science in Business degree with an area in Computer Information Systems is available entirely online because of the transfer agreement between Murray State University and KCTCS. KCTCS offers all of the lower-level requirements for the degrees online. Students finish their degree online through Murray State. The emphasis of the Computer Information Systems degree is on business computing. Students take all the business core classes (marketing, management, accounting) and enhance that education with a variety of programming courses commonly used in a wide variety of businesses. Inter-personal and group communication is stressed in most of the upper level classes. Students in this discipline are analysts 鈥� they analyze Business requirements, evaluate alternative technologies and present optimal solutions to Business managers. Their strength lies in their ability to apply state of the art technologies to help people become more productive.
Hired by
Service Industry, Manufacturing, and almost any organization that transacts business. Some have chosen to operate as independent contractors.
Note
This is a Business degree. Like all Business programs in the College, the CIS program also has the distinction of being accredited by AACSB-International: The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Contact
Kelsey Johnson - Online Business Advisor
Phone: 270.809.4196
Email: kjohnson109@murraystate.edu
Description
澳门开奖结果's Cybersecurity and Network Management Cybersecurity Program offers students a broad and rich foundation that keeps pace with growing information technology trends.
Formerly known as the Telecommunications System Management (TSM) program, the Cybersecurity and Network Management (CNM) degree at Murray State offers students the choice of obtaining a degree by attending classes on campus or through the CNM online degree program.
Students may complete the program with one of these tracks:
Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
Cloud and Systems Administration
Wireless Communications
To learn more:
Contact
Dr. Randall Joyce - CNM Coordinator
Phone: 270.809.3661
Email: rjoyce@murraystate.edu
Description
Do you enjoy helping people? A major in human services will prepare you for a career in a wide variety of community service settings. This degree will equip you to respond to the everyday human struggle as well as complex problems in today鈥檚 global society. You will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to work in this area as you learn how to become a professional human services worker.
Graduates of this program are proficient in human development and learning theories,
human relation skills, leadership and group engagement, ethical decision making, cross
cultural engagement, and the basic skills related to program evaluation and advocacy.
Potential job positions include social services, child advocacy, human services direct
care, family resources, family counselor, child protection, and corrections.
This degree will prepare you to continue on to several different graduate programs,
including counseling and postsecondary education administration.
This degree is offered 100% online in conjunction with local community colleges. To get started today, contact the program coordinator and map out your plan to graduation!
Contact
Dr. Justin Brogan - Program Coordinator
Phone: 270.809.2797
Email: jbrogan@murraystate.edu
Description
This program is designed with working adult student in mind. It is a flexible degree that allows students to tailor their studies to meet their personal and career goals. Please contact one of our advisers for more information or visit the Integrated Studies website.
Online fields of study available
- Social Sciences
- Arts and Humanities
- Agricultural Studies
- Communications
- Human Services
Note
Online course schedules are subject to change. Not all courses are offered each semester. Consult your adviser or the online schedule of courses to determine online course availability.
Contact
Marla Poyner - Program Director
Phone: 270.809.5322
Email: mpoyner@murraystate.edu
Note
Visit the department website to view regional advisors.
Description
This is a 2+2 program offered 100% online with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). The Bachelor of Science in Business degree with an area in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is available entirely online because of the transfer agreement between 澳门开奖结果 and KCTCS. KCTCS offers all of the lower-level requirements for the degrees online. Students finish their degree online through Murray State. 澳门开奖结果鈥檚 Logistics and Supply Chain Management Area is a program that prepares individuals to manage and coordinate the efficient flow of materials, products and information within and among organizations.
According to the , the Logistics and Supply Chain Management profession is expected to grow from 5 鈥� 10% between 2010 and 2020.
- Supply Chain Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Transportation Manager
- Operations Manager
- Logistics Analyst
- Logistics Manager
Contact
Kelsey Johnson - Online Business Advisor
Phone: 270.809.4196
Email: kjohnson109@murraystate.edu
Description
The Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET) program will prepare you for a career in a variety of manufacturing industries. This degree is offered in conjunction with two-year community college technical programs. You must have a technical associate's degree to complete this program online. Those without a technical associate's degree may be good candidates for the Bachelor of Integrated Studies degree with a Field of Study in Manufacturing Engineering Technology. Contact us today and let us help you find the best route to graduation!
Contacts
Jake Hildebrant - Program Coordinator
Phone: 270.809.6895
Email: jhildebrant@murraystate.edu
Description
Interested in Healthcare Administration or Health Education and Promotion? The Public and Community Health Bachelor of Science degree option is available online! According to the U.S. Department of Labor, public and community health occupations are expected to generate as many as 2.3 million new jobs by 2024. This degree is interdisciplinary in nature and provides options that allow students to prepare for various careers in public and community health organizations, such as hospitals, governmental agencies, non-profits, and worksite wellness programs. The Public and Community Health program prepares students to sit for professional certifications/licensures as well as for graduate studies in related fields. There are two distinct tracks available online, each culminating with a semester long internship: Healthcare Administration and Health Education and Promotion.
Contact
Dr. Elizabeth Gordon - Program Director
Phone: 270.809.5745
Email: egordon5@murraystate.edu
Description
The RN BSN program assumes students have completed an Associate Degree in Nursing and hold state licensure prior to admission. Whether you want to enhance your leadership potential and skills, earn a promotion, or gain personal satisfaction, our CCNE accredited RN BSN program can help you achieve your goals. The purposes of the Murray State RN BSN program are to: a) prepare a liberally educated individual; b) prepare a professional graduate who practices as a generalists, and c) prepare one who is qualified to pursue graduate study in nursing. The convenience of Murray State鈥檚 program allows the working nurse to achieve professional and educational goals in a very reasonable accelerated time frame.
Contact
Dr. Dana Todd - Program Director
Phone: 270.809.2193
Email: msu.rnbsn@murraystate.edu
Description
The RRT to BSRT program is 100% online and designed for working RRTs who want to enhance their professional knowledge. This program will help you improve communication skills, learn more about research, management, patient assessment, management of cardiopulmonary diseases and more. You will also have the opportunity to earn additional certifications.
Contact
Kelly Hayes, MS - Program Advisor
Phone: 270.824.1747
Email: khayes3@murraystate.edu
Description
Social work is a dynamic profession based on knowledge, practice skills, research and professional values. It has a code of ethics, practice standards and a national system of accreditation. The profession unites the commitment to help others with the skill and knowledge needed to provide that help.
The Department of Criminal Justice and Social Work offers a BSW where social workers display an informed passion to improve the quality of life for others, especially for vulnerable populations. The BSW degree program prepares students for professional entry level generalist practice in the social work profession, for entry level state licensure and for further education. The Council on Social Work Education has continuously accredited the social work program at 澳门开奖结果 since 1974.
Contact
Dr. Peggy Pittman-Munke, Program Director
Phone: 270.809.3055