ACADEMIC ADVISING
Do you need to talk to someone about scheduling your classes, a degree plan, or how to use prior college credit towards degree completion? CUC can help you explore your college options, by providing academic counseling. Contact CUC's can help you explore your college options, by providing academic counseling. Contact Laura Hayden-Moreland, CUC's academic advisor, at (605) 773-3024 to schedule an appointment.

B. S. Interdisciplinary Studies    Degree and Certificate Requirements
This university degree program will lead to a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. All of the course work can be obtained at CUC in Pierre. The program allows students to pursue a degree outside the confines of a traditional department major, constructing a program of advanced courses to meet individual needs. This program provides instruction in the university core requirement for a liberal education as well as training in specific disciplines. 
   Contact Laura Hayden-Moreland (773-3024) at Capital University Center.

A. A. General Studies   Degree and Certificate Requirements
This university degree program will lead to an Associate of Arts in General Studies. The South Dakota Board of Regents has authorized this degree for all South Dakota public supported universities. Requirements include 30 system/general education credit requirements, including 6 credits of writing classes, 3 credits of speech, 6 credits of social science, 6 credits of humanities, 3 credits of math, 6 credits of science and 34 credits of electives. All of the course work can be obtained at CUC in Pierre through South Dakota State University.
   Contact Laura Hayden-Moreland at Capital University Center.

Certificate in Computer Applications   Degree and Certificate Requirements
This certificate in Computer Applications is offered by South Dakota State University. This series of five courses provides students the opportunity to take a programmatic approach to their education where each course builds on the other. It also offers the opportunity for training on up-to-date software programs currently used by state government and businesses. This program may be completed in one year.
   Contact Laura Hayden-Moreland at Capital University Center for complete details on the application process and  
   class schedule. Credit earned in this program will apply toward other college degrees.

RN Upward Mobility Program  
RN Upward Mobility Option

South Dakota State University College of Nursing offers an online RN-BS with a major in Nursing (RN Upward Mobility) for diploma and associate degree RN’s.  The online curriculum is designed to facilitate study for RN’s who have work and family responsibilities.  This option provides an opportunity for registered nurses to:

·         Build on past education and experience for personal and professional advancement

·         Enhance the high quality nursing care provided

·         Make a difference in the health of people in many care settings

·         Improve health care for rural people and other underserved groups

·         Facilitate personal development as a leader in professional nursing

 SDSU’s RN-BS option offers an online nursing major that can be completed in 12 months or extended to accommodate the part-time student, an updated curriculum with separate courses for the RN student emphasizing the role of the nurse in today’s healthcare system and innovative clinical practice in the RN’s geographic area.

 University core and nursing major support courses may be offered by SDSU at Capital University Center.   RN’s may complete these courses in the traditional classroom at CUC  or online as offered each semester by SDSU.   Nursing major courses are offered online only.

 For additional information, please contact Susan Rosen directly, 605-688-4995, Susan.rosen@sdstate.edu   RN Upward Mobility, 1-888-216-9806, #1, or Capital University Center, 605-773-2160

M.Ed. Master of Education in Educational Administration   Degree and Certificate Requirements
The program will provide the necessary academic coursework for educators who currently possess baccalaureate degrees and appropriate experience to become K-12 school administrators.  The required courses for the M.Ed. degree will be delivered via on-line and face-to-face courses.  To ensure that participants can complete the curriculum in a timely manner, the coursework will be delivered over the course of six or seven semesters, including summer terms.

*Many other degree options available from SDSU.  Please visit their website at http://www3.sdstate.edu/

A. S. Degree in Nursing   Degree and Certificate Requirements
A full nursing program, open to all interested persons in central South Dakota, is offered by the University of South Dakota through Capital University Center. South Dakota State University provides the support curriculum.

All persons who have questions or are interested in the Associate Degree in Nursing are encouraged to contact Director of the Pierre/University of South Dakota Nursing site, Lisa Feller, at (605) 773-6723.
Contact Laura Hayden-Moreland at Capital University Center for support courses.

M. Business Administration   Degree and Certificate Requirements
The Master of Business Administration degree is designed to meet the needs of modern business for broadly educated management personnel who possess a generalized point of view, an adaptability to the changing environment, and a high degree of analytical skills. The program requires 33 semester hours of study.
Contact Dr Angeline Lavin at the University of South Dakota (605) 677-5232 or Capital University Center for details.
 

A. S. Business   Degree and Certificate Requirements
The Associate Degree in Business is offered by Northern State University, in cooperation with South Dakota State University through Capital University Center. This program includes courses in general education and a core of business subjects, comprising of accounting, management, marketing, and computers. The program provides the educational foundation for entry level positions in business, as well as a base for continuing professional and educational development. The program requires 64 credit hours of study. All course work may be completed in Pierre.
   Contact: Laura Hayden-Moreland at Capital University Center for complete details.

B.S. Business Administration Degree and Certificate Requirements

*Many other degree options are available from NSU.  Visit their website at http://www.northern.edu/index.html

B. S. Interdisciplinary Studies
General Education Requirements
      ENGL 101 Composition I
      ENGL 201 Composition II
      ENGL 397 Technical Communication
      MATH 102 College Algebra
      SPCM 101 Fundamentals of Speech
      Humanities
      Natural Science
      Social Science
IGR Goal
      1-3cr. course
      2-2cr. courses
      3-3cr. courses  
Globalization Requirement
      1-4cr. course
Plan of Study
       40 cr.
Additional Credits. Minor or Electives
Upper Division Courses
       30 cr.                                                                    (BACK TO TOP)

A. A. General Studies
General Education Requirements
      ENGL 101 Composition I
      ENGL 201 Composition II
      MATH 102 College Algebra
      SPCM 101 Fundamentals of Speech
      Humanities
      Natural Science
      Social Science 
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A. S. Degree in Nursing
General Education Requirements
      ANAT 142 Anatomy (Human)/Lab
      CHEM 106/106L Chemistry Survey/Lab
      ENGL 101 Composition I
      Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
      MATH 102 College Algebra
      MICR 231/231L General Microbiology/Lab
      PHGY 210 Human Physiology for Allied Health Professionals
      PSYC 101 General Psychology
      SPCM 101 Fundamentals of Speech
Nursing Courses
      NURS 205 The Practice of Caring
      NURS 260 Caring For Persons With Health Promotion And Health Maintenance Needs
      NURS 281 Caring for Person Across the Lifespan
      NURS 283 Coordination of Care
      NURS 285 Caring for Persons With Restorative/Rehabilitative Needs              (BACK TO TOP)

Certificate in Microcomputer Applications
 

Certificate in Computer Applications  (Offered at Capital University Center in Pierre)

      CSC 105 Introduction to Computers  (3 cr.)
      CSC 112 Internet Applications     (3 cr.)
      CSC 205 Advanced Computer Applications  (3 cr.)
      CSCA 120 Introduction to Microsoft Windows (1 cr.)
      CSCA 292 Topics in Computer Applications  (2 cr.)

This certificate in Computer Applications is offered by South Dakota State University.  This series of five courses provides students the opportunity to take a programmatic approach to their education where each course builds on the other.  It also offers the opportunity for training on up-to-date software programs currently used by state government and businesses.  This program may be completed in one year.  Credit earned in this program will apply toward other college degrees.

A certificate in computer applications offers:

·         An opportunity to increase skills and knowledge levels in the area of computers for the 21^st century.

·         An opportunity to learn specific job skills without completing a degree.

·         Aid in job enrichment and advancement and also provides a trained workforce available for employment with state government and area businesses.

·         Twelve semester hours of college credit through South Dakota State University, much of which can be applied to an Associate or even a Bachelor’s Degree in many different fields of study.

Certificate Requirements

·         Successful completion of the required courses within a three year period.

·         A letter grade of “C” or above for the courses required.

·         Certificate application to CUC upon completion of all course work.

Admission Requirements

·         High school graduation or its equivalent.

·         Completed application process.

Application process

·         Contact CUC for admission/enrollment form.

·         Complete and return an enrollment form to CUC.

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A. S. Business
General Education Requirements
      ENGL 101 Composition I
      ECON 202 Macroeconomics
      MATH 102 College Algebra
      SPCM 101 Fundamentals of Speech
      Humanities
      Science
      Social Science 
General Business Courses
     ACCT 210 Fundamentals of Accounting I
     ACCT 211 Fundamentals of Accounting II
     BADM 220 Statistics
     BADM 310 Business Finance
     BADM 350 Legal Environment of Business
     BADM 360 Organization and Management
     BADM 370 Marketing
     BADM 464 Organizational Behavior
     MIS 105 Introduction to Computers
     MIS 484 Database Creation and Measurement
     Approved Computer Elective
     Business Electives                                                    (BACK TO TOP)

CSC 105 Introduction to Computers*

ENGL 101 Composition I

ENGL 201 Composition II

MATH 102 College Algebra

SPCM 101 Fundamentals of Speech

Humanities 6 credits

Natural Science 6 credits

Social Science 6 credits

1 Humanities Elective- 6 cr.

2 Social Science -32 cr.

3 Wellness- 2 cr.

Human Values Elective 3 credits

Quantitative Course 3 credits

Math of Science 3 credits

ACCT 210 Principles of Accounting I

ACCT 211 Principles of Accounting II

BADM 220 Business Statistics

BADM 244 Business Communications

BADM 284 Career Planning

BADM 310 Business Finance

BADM 350 Legal Environment of Business

BADM 360 Organization and Management

BADM 370 Marketing

BADM 457 Business Ethics

BADM 482 Business Policy & Strategy

ECON 201 Principles of Microeconomics

ECON 202 Principles of Macroeconomics

MIS/CSC 205 Advanced Computer Applications

MIS/CSC 325 Management Information Systems

CHOOSE ONE:

ECON 301 Intermediate Microeconomics

ECON 302 Intermediate Macroeconomics

ECON 304 Managerial Economics

BADM 464 Organizational Behavior

CHOOSE ONE:

BADM 362 Supervisory Management

BADM 450 Business Leadership

CHOOSE ONE:

ACCT 421 International Accounting

BADM 440 International Finance

BADM 468 International Management

BADM 478 International Marketing

ECON 441 International Trade

BADM/ECON/ACCT/MIS Electives-15 cr.

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RN Upward Mobility Program
Check with CUC for the current semester offerings.   (BACK TO TOP)

M.S.-Industrial/Tech Management
Check with CUC for the current semester offerings.    (BACK TO TOP)

M.Ed.-Master of Education in Educational Administration
Check with CUC for the current semester offerings.    (BACK TO TOP)

 M. Business Administration