Plymouth State University Courses & Fees

The BS in Accounting prepares graduates for many careers in industry, public, governmental or non-profit accounting. Students are encouraged to seek certification as a management accountant (CMA) or as a public accountant (CPA) upon graduation. Graduates of the Accounting program are well prepared for entry into the accounting profession and also have the background needed to advance into high-level management and finance positions.

The third option is for students who wish to work in the healthcare industry but want to focus on the business side rather than direct patient care. These students may choose the Healthcare Administration option. Students in this option may complete a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in four years or those with a 3.0 GPA or higher may enter the 4+1 and earn a BS and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in five years.

The business administration degree takes an integrative approach to business learning.  Rather than concentrate in one particular area, students who pursue this degree take introductory and advanced courses across several functional areas in the business school (including management, marketing, accounting, finance and entrepreneurship), which allows students to undertake business decision-making from a broad perspective.

This diversified approach is particularly fitting for students wishing to work in small and mid-sized companies, where they will likely take on a variety of functions.  It also allows graduates the flexibility to pursue advancement in a variety of business areas.

The BS degree in Management prepares students with the quantitative and qualitative problem solving and teamwork skills to work with and lead people to achieve strategic organizational goals. Students are prepared to compete for management positions in local to global corporate, governmental, and non-profit sectors of the economy.  All baccalaureate business degree programs offered are nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs.

The BS degree in Management prepares students with the quantitative and qualitative problem solving and teamwork skills to work with and lead people to achieve strategic organizational goals. Students are prepared to compete for management positions in local to global corporate, governmental, and non-profit sectors of the economy.  All baccalaureate business degree programs offered are nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs.

The BS degree in Marketing prepares students for one of the most exciting and vital areas in any enterprise. Marketing includes activities like marketing research and analytics, branding, customer relationship management, social and other communication strategies, professional sales, and much more. Marketers help define an organization’s mission and then develop and implement plans to achieve strategic goals. Course in this degree program provide necessary qualitative and quantitative skills to be successful in careers throughout the business spectrum. In addition to the Marketing courses, students are encouraged to grow profession skills by participating in marketing internships, advanced marketing projects, and membership in the student organization Marketing at Plymouth State (MAPS) affiliated with the American Marketing Association. Marketing majors may choose one of two options: Professional Sales or Strategic Marketing. All baccalaureate business degree programs are nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs.

The BS degree in Marketing prepares students for one of the most exciting and vital areas in any enterprise. Marketing includes activities like marketing research and analytics, branding, customer relationship management, social and other communication strategies, professional sales, and much more. Marketers help define an organization’s mission and then develop and implement plans to achieve strategic goals. Course in this degree program provide necessary qualitative and quantitative skills to be successful in careers throughout the business spectrum. In addition to the Marketing courses, students are encouraged to grow profession skills by participating in marketing internships, advanced marketing projects, and membership in the student organization Marketing at Plymouth State (MAPS) affiliated with the American Marketing Association. Marketing majors may choose one of two options: Professional Sales or Strategic Marketing. All baccalaureate business degree programs are nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs.

The BS degree in Marketing prepares students for one of the most exciting and vital areas in any enterprise. Marketing includes activities like marketing research and analytics, branding, customer relationship management, social and other communication strategies, professional sales, and much more. Marketers help define an organization’s mission and then develop and implement plans to achieve strategic goals. Course in this degree program provide necessary qualitative and quantitative skills to be successful in careers throughout the business spectrum. In addition to the Marketing courses, students are encouraged to grow profession skills by participating in marketing internships, advanced marketing projects, and membership in the student organization Marketing at Plymouth State (MAPS) affiliated with the American Marketing Association. Marketing majors may choose one of two options: Professional Sales or Strategic Marketing. All baccalaureate business degree programs are nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs.

The Master of Science (MS) in Accounting is designed for accounting professionals interested in pursuing licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or certification as a Certified Management Accountant (CMA). This program prepares students for high demand careers with course content specifically geared to help prepare students for the rigorous certification exams. This program is delivered completely and conveniently online* and is accredited through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). 

In-Person MBA Program – Complete the MBA in General Management in just one year by taking classes in our new cohort program which will start in the summer of each year. You do not need to be a business major, in fact this program is designed for non-business majors who are interested in adding business and managerial skills to any bachelor’s degree. Learn More!

Plymouth State’s MBA in General Management is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of essential concepts from different areas of the business world. Working with faculty members who have real-world experience in business, industry, and government, you can tailor your program by selecting from a wide variety of business and business-related electives which can be completed entirely online or through our in-person cohort.

This program focuses on the design and development of software systems with an emphasis on the creation of new technology. Students will build a framework of conceptual knowledge and practical skills through core computer science courses.

A broad selection of electives offers the opportunity to delve into several of the application areas of computer science. Auxiliary courses in mathematics and science develop additional analytical skills necessary for success in the many computing specialties graduates typically choose.

Students will learn to understand, design, program, build and control a wide range of robots and other autonomous systems. The integrated EMTR program provides a holistic introduction to the world of Robotics, beginning with the underlying electronic principles, manufacturing fundamentals and introductory programming. Students will continue to master a variety of control units and learn to design and build custom solutions from scratch. During the buffet-style program core, students choose which robotic applications they wish to explore in depth. Finally a real-world capstone project facilitates the transition to gainful employment in industry.

The BS in Biochemistry follows guidelines established by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB). With a focus on the chemical processes within living systems, biochemists use chemical knowledge and techniques to understand and address biological problems. The program includes an undergraduate research experience and prepares students for admission to graduate and professional schools, particularly in the medical field, as well as employment as professional chemists in the rapidly growing fields of biochemistry and biotechnology.

The BS in Biology is a broad-based degree that prepares students for graduate or professional schools including medical, dental, and veterinary schools, and emphasizes cellular, physiological, and organismal biology. It should be noted that some professional/graduate schools require a full year of physics and thus students should work closely with their academic advisor to plan their coursework.

The BA program in Biology is a broad overview of the principles of biology and the functions of biological systems with supportive courses in mathematics, physics, and chemistry. It can be used to fulfill the goals of students just interested in biology or those who plan to go on to professional programs or graduate degrees in the biological sciences. For the latter case, it should be noted that some professional/graduate schools require a full year each of organic chemistry, physics, and calculus; this program is less restrictive. Thus students should work closely with their academic advisor to plan their coursework.

The BS in Cell and Molecular Biology prepares students for graduate studies or work in biomedical fields. Laboratory experiences include opportunities for students to conduct original research working closely with a faculty mentor. This degree is also appropriate for professional schools including medical, dental, and veterinary schools. Note that some professional/graduate schools require a full year of physics. Students should work closely with their academic advisor to plan their coursework.

The chemistry and biochemistry program is pleased to offer the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. This chemistry program continues the proud tradition at PSU of rigorous academic preparation of students for a variety of career options.

The program includes innovative activity-based learning in small classroom settings. Faculty teach all our lab classes, not graduate students. Chemistry lab sections range from 20 to approximately 10 students in upper level courses.   Integration of chemistry majors within the program provides opportunities for students to work closely with faculty and staff as teaching assistants, tutors, and laboratory preparers.

Students majoring in the BS in Chemistry select either the General or Environmental Chemistry option. The BS in Chemistry (both options) follows guidelines established by the American Chemical Society. The program includes a required undergraduate research and/or internship experience for both options and prepares students for admission to graduate and professional schools, as well as employment as professional chemists.

This program is highly interdisciplinary and designed to address the increasing interest in dealing with the problem of climate change. Students will gain a foundation in climate science, technical and communication skills, and have high flexibility in following one or more interdisciplinary focus areas (in art, business, communication, public policy, geographic information systems and mapping, or go deeper into a variety of science possibilities). The problem of climate change goes well beyond basic science and in order to appropriately solve current and future problems caused by its effects, a highly interdisciplinary approach and experts with many different types of skills are needed. A wide variety of these areas of expertise exist at Plymouth State and this program uses them to prepare professionals that can address one or more of the many needs related to studying, educating people about, planning for, regulating, adapting to, and dealing with climate change and its many effects, by building on the students’ own interests and skills.

This program focuses on the design and development of software systems with an emphasis on the creation of new technology. Students will build a framework of conceptual knowledge and practical skills through core computer science courses. A broad selection of electives offers the opportunity to delve into several of the application areas of Computer Science. Auxiliary courses in mathematics and science develop additional analytical skills necessary for success in the many computing specialties that graduates typically choose.