UMBC @ The Universities at Shady Grove

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Untitled Document Programs Schedule of Classes Orientation Information Student Profiles Transfer Credit Services		PROGRAMS UMBC at The Universities at Shady Grove (USG) offers both undergraduate and graduate level programs at the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville, MD. Our programs include the following: *Graduate Degrees* Master's in Professional Studies: Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology This graduate program explores and integrates important topics such as organizational behavioral management, human factors and culminates with a professional capstone experience. Our program enables students to develop a professional portfolio while building strong relationships with faculty practitioners and industry professionals. The program offers evening, weekend, and select online courses for busy professionals. Master's in Professional Studies: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) This two-year, graduate program embraces the "systems side of GIS" and provides students with the knowledge, tools and techniques of database management, application development, and analytical assessment to appropriately address GIS requirements and answer spatial questions. This forward-looking program is developing the next generation of GIS professionals:those who have a fundamental understanding of the importance of geography as well as an advanced knowledge of the technologies involved in the end-to-end development of advanced geographic information systems. *Undergraduate Degrees* Bachelor of Arts in History This undergraduate program offers students an opportunity to develop analytical and communication skills and serves to broaden perspectives on the past. With an emphasis on public history, policy history and international historical perspectives, UMBC's program is designed to encourage the development of good writing and research skills in conjunction with innovative and critical thinking. Bachelor of Arts in Political Science This undergraduate program prepares students for rewarding jobs in government, public service, law, and other careers. Undergraduates in this program have the opportunity to work with top-notch faculty while gaining a strong academic foundation. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology This popular undergraduate program allows students to work with internationally recognized researchers to conduct studies on current issues in the field of Psychology. Concentrations include: Developmental Psychology and Human Services Psychology. Students regularly obtain internship and co-op education experiences through the Psychology department and UMBC's Shriver Center. Bachelor of Arts in Social Work This program combines real-world applications with theory and technology to teach students the latest advances in the profession. In addition to high quality classes, the Social Work program features a year-long applied field experience where students actively participate in the delivery of social work services. Our mix of theory, application and technology helps students excel no matter where their education or career may lead.