University of West Georgia Courses & FeesCarrollton, USA

In this degree program, students will learn the basics of programming in a variety of languages, including SAS, R, SQL, and Python. They will learn how to use cross-sectional, panel, and time series data to make forecasts, conduct statistical inference, and present results associated with their work. Students will also learn the basics of data mining and data management within the context of SQL and will learn the basics of data visualization within the context of R and Tableau. Additionally, students will learn within the context of a Bachelor's of Business Administration, which allows them to contextualize specific techniques and skills within a broader set of business.

While certain core management courses are required, students are also permitted to tailor the degree to their own interests.  Students can select one of our three concentrations, participate in our annual study abroad program, or pursue an internship.  More information is available using the tabs above including a program of study for each of our Management concentrations. The concentrations can be earned online, on-campus, or via a mix of modalities.

While certain core MIS courses are required, students are also permitted to tailor the degree to their own interests.  Students can select one of our two concentrations, participate in our annual study abroad program, or pursue an internship.  More information is available using the tabs above including a program of study for each of our MIS concentrations.

The Department of Marketing offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Marketing. This degree prepares students for a wide range of careers in Marketing, including Brand/Product Managment; Sales Promotion; Sales Management; Personal Selling; Advertising; Public Relations; Retailing; Direct Marketing; International Marketing; and Marketing Research, as well as to pursue further studies at the graduate level.

The AACSB-I accredited MBA program serves working professionals through six core and four elective evening courses in Carrollton, Newnan, and Douglasville. The one year program begins every fall in Carrollton with a sequence of two core classes per semester. A two year, one core class per semester sequence begins each spring. Students may mix course locations and the availability of electives varies by semester.

The Master of Business Administration program is a 30 credit hour program that provides students broad knowledge of business in order to become effective in management positions.

The objective of this program is to:

1. Enhance students the ability in communicating at a professional level in oral presentation and in writing
2. Work effectively with others and leading in organizational situations.
3. Identify how globalization affects organizations and their environment
4. Recognize the importance of ethical decisions making
5. Integrate analytical and problem solving skills with concepts and theories from all functional areas of business using appropriate analytical decision making technologies.

To earn the Master of Business Administration degree with a Concentration in Data Analytics, a student must successfully complete 33 graduate credit hours. A student must also demonstrate an understanding of the content covered in the graduate course work by completing a comprehensive exam that is incorporated into the capstone course, MGNT 6681: Global, Ethical, and Strategic Management.

The Master of Business Administration program is a 30 credit hour program that provides students broad knowledge of business in order to become effective in management positions.

The objective of this program is to:

1. Enhance students the ability in communicating at a professional level in oral presentation and in writing
2. Work effectively with others and leading in organizational situations.
3. Identify how globalization affects organizations and their environment
4. Recognize the importance of ethical decisions making
5. Integrate analytical and problem solving skills with concepts and theories from all functional areas of business using appropriate analytical decision making technologies.

The BS in Computing program enables students to gain a broad understanding of the ever changing field of Computing. Students will deepen their knowledge and sharpen their skills in one or more in-depth technical and career-focused areas. Upon graduation, students will find employment in high-demand careers in areas such as cybersecurity, information technology, system and network administration, and application development.

The Nexus in Computing degree program enables students to rapidly gain a broad understanding of the ever changing field of Computing. Students will deepen their knowledge and sharpen their skills in a technical and career-focused area of specialization, and complete their career preparation with an internship experience with an industry partner. Upon graduation, students will find employment in high-demand careers in areas such as cybersecurity, information technology, system and network administration, application development, and data analytics.

The biological sciences include a wide range of disciplines that address the processes of life, all living organisms, their environments, and the actions and interactions of all living things. Biology has a rich history and an exciting future as it impacts ecology and the environment, medicine, biotechnology, and many other aspects of modern life. The Biology Department at West Georgia consists of men and women who are nationally and internationally recognized for their research accomplishments and excellence in teaching. The faculty enjoy interacting with students and teaching and, at the same time, offer opportunities for students to conduct cutting-edge research.   The department offers professional preparation tracks to prepare students for further advanced study in medical, dental, veterinary, or physical therapy fields as well as programs to prepare students either for graduate work in a wide variety of biological sciences or for employment. In addition, the department has developed a focused track for persons who wish to pursue teaching at the secondary level. The biology curriculum offers diverse and integrated studies emphasizing the development of biological literacy and the fostering of student-faculty interaction in the classroom and in individual research projects.

The mission of the B.S. Degree Program in the Department of Biology at the University of West Georgia is to provide under-graduate students the knowledge and training necessary to pursue advanced graduate education, professional studies, or employment. In pursuit of this mission, the Department of Biology offers a B.S. Degree Program via a general track, a professional preparation track or secondary education track.

The mission of the B.S. Degree Program in the Department of Biology at the University of West Georgia is to provide under-graduate students the knowledge and training necessary to pursue advanced graduate education, professional studies, or employment. In pursuit of this mission, the Department of Biology offers a B.S. Degree Program via a general track, professional preparation track or secondary education track.

The mission of the B.S. Degree Program in the Department of Biology at the University of West Georgia is to provide under-graduate students the knowledge and training necessary to pursue advanced graduate education, professional studies, or employment. In pursuit of this mission, the Department of Biology offers a B.S. Degree Program via a general track, a professional preparation track or secondary education track.

The B.S. in Chemistry degree offers greater concentration in chemistry than the B.A. degree option and is recommended for those students planning careers in chemical industry or engineering or for those who plan to pursue graduate study. A senior research thesis and seminar is required and designed to introduce students to modern advanced techniques and approaches to chemical research in conjunction with a faculty advisor.

This degree has as its core a number of fundamental courses in chemistry and allows for students with interests in additional fields to build a broad based curriculum. Combining this degree with a minor or second major prepares students for a variety of career opportunities in addition to laboratory positions and include the following: with business – technical sales; with biology or geology – environmental studies, industrial hygiene; with political science followed by law school – patent law; with education – middle school or high school teaching.

This degree includes a number of fundamental courses in chemistry and allows for students with interests in additional fields to build a broad based curriculum. Combining this degree with a minor or second major prepares students for a laboratory positions and a variety of career opportunities that include: with business – technical sales; with biology or geology – environmental studies or industrial hygiene; with political science followed by law school – patent law; with education – middle school or high school teaching.

This degree option is frequently the choice of students interested in professional programs because it allows a wide range of elective courses to fulfill the degree requirements. It is designed specifically for those students planning to attend medical, dental, veterinary, physician’s assistant, or other professional programs. The general requirements include 2 years of Chemistry and 1 year each of Biology, Physics, and English, 1 semester Psychology/Sociology. Biochemistry is strongly recommended.

The B.S. in Computer Science program offers students a focused and progressive curriculum that provides the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as software developers in today's information technology job market.

Geology is the study of Earth including its structure, the materials of which it is composed and the processes that shape it. Geology is also concerned with the history of Earth and its life forms, the application of geologic knowledge to the search for natural resources, and understanding how humans interact with our physical environment.  It is the study of rocks, minerals and water; of fossils, shorelines and mountains; of earthquakes, volcanoes and landslides. Although geology incorporates elements of chemistry, biology and physics it puts them together in a way that provides a unique framework for understanding planet earth. Consider the "Courses" tab to see what is required to graduate with a BS in Geology. For a minor, 15 credits of 3000 level or higher in geology is required.