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Mathematics Focused Elective Area
Associate of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
For those seeking practical, concentrated experience in college-level mathematics, this focused elective area is ideal. You’ll take three sequential calculus courses, but you can then branch out into other areas like statistics, economics, and more.
Program Highlights
Required Courses
The Associate of Arts with a focused elective area is for adult students who wish to pursue a specific career or educational goal, often as a basis for further study toward the bachelor’s degree. You should take careful note of course prerequisites and recommended course sequences.
Total Credits Required: 60
- Required Core Courses: 4 Credits
- Focused Elective Courses: 21 Credits
- General Education Courses: 35 Credits
Required Core Courses (4 Credits)
- One 3-credit course in communication, writing, or speech, chosen from the following:
- (3 Credits, ENGL 102)
- (3 Credits, ENGL 281)
- (3 Credits, JOUR 201)
- Any 3-credit COMM or SPCH courses
- Any 3-credit WRTG courses (except 486A and 486B)
- One 1-credit course, chosen from the following:
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198A)
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198B)
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198C)
- (1 Credit, BMGT 121A)
- (1 Credit, BMGT 121B)
- Any 1-credit course
Focused Elective Suggested Courses (21 Credits)
- Suggested Focused Elective Area Courses for Mathematics:
- Mathematics-related courses (18-19 credits) including the following:
- (4 Credits, MATH 140)
- (4 Credits, MATH 141)
- (4 Credits, MATH 241)
- (4 Credits, MATH 340) or (3 Credits, MATH 246)
- (3 Credits, STAT 200)
- Mathematics-related course (2-3 credits) chosen from the following:
- Any ACCT or FINC course
- (4 Credits, CHEM 103)
- (4 Credits, CHEM 113)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 105)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 150)
- (3 Credits, CMSC 215)
- (3 Credits, ECON 201)
- (3 Credits, ECON 203)
- (3 Credits, ECON 430)
- (3 Credits, ECON 440)
- Any MATH course numbered 108 or higher
- Any math-based physics course
- Mathematics-related courses (18-19 credits) including the following:
- Please note: If you select to follow the suggested focused elective area, any transfer credit you have earned that does not transfer as a general education requirement will be used in the focused elective area thus possibly reducing the number of specific focused courses that will be available for your degree plan. Please contact your academic advisor for additional information.
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
60
Transfer Credits
Up to
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
All courses are available online,Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Accounting
Bachelor of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
Program Highlights
- Communicate with financial and nonfinancial audiences in a clear and concise manner and make appropriate financial decisions
- Research, prepare, analyze, and review financial and business data by applying accounting and business management principles to produce financial and business reports
- Use current technology and analytical tools to work collaboratively and facilitate decision making
- Employ analysis, critical thinking, and problem solving to identify, test, and validate processes, systems, and financial data
- Define, develop, and demonstrate ethical business practices and accountability by identifying and addressing current and emerging issues
- Conduct fraud detection and deterrence planning, analysis, and communication
- Perform a range of functions, including auditing and financial reporting, to manage finances for federal agencies
- Create reports and conduct disclosure analysis
Required Courses
Required Major Core Courses
- (3 Credits, ACCT 220)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 221)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 310)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 311)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 321)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 323)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 326)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 410)
or any upper-level ACCT course - (3 Credits, ACCT 422)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 436)
or any upper-level ACCT course - (3 Credits, ACCT 438)
or any upper-level ACCT course
Required Major Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, ACCT 496)
Related Required Courses:
The following required courses may be applied to general education or elective requirements:
- (3 Credits, BMGT 364)
- (3 Credits, BMGT 380)
- (3 Credits, ECON 201)
- (3 Credits, ECON 203)
- (3 Credits, FINC 330)
- (3 Credits, MRKT 310)
- (3 Credits, STAT 200)
- (3 Credits, ACCT 411)
or (3 Credits, BMGT 496) - (3 Credits, WRTG 293)
or (3 Credits, COMM 390)
or (3 Credits, WRTG 394)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you for accounting certifications and careers at corporations and nonprofit and government organizations that cover a wide range of industries. For more information about professional licensure in this field visit our professional licensure page on UMGC Stateside.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Acquisition & Contract Management
Master of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
The master’s degree in acquisition and contract management at University of Maryland Global Campus can help prepare you for careers in government and commercial organizations across multiple industries. Learn to navigate ongoing demands for the implementation of performance-based contracts and competitive sourcing. The program addresses many challenges faced by government contracting for specialized acquisitions, including contracts for services, research and development, and information technology.
Program Highlights
The Master of Science in Acquisition and Contract Management can help prepare you for careers in government and commercial organizations across multiple industries. The program addresses many challenges faced by government contracting for specialized acquisitions. These acquisitions include contracts for services, research and development, and information technology. You'll learn to navigate ongoing demands for the implementation of performance-based contracts and competitive sourcing as competition for resources grows within the government and throughout industry.
Required Courses
Take the following courses in the order listed:
Required Foundation Course
- (6 Credits, DCL 600M)
Required Core Courses
- (6 Credits, ACM 610)
- (6 Credits, ACM 620)
- (6 Credits, ACM 630)
- (6 Credits, ACM 640)
Required Capstone Course
- (6 Credits, ACM 670)
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend you take ASC 605 to improve your computing skills. We recommend you take ASC 601 to improve your graduate writing skills.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Exactly 6
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $336 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
Military-Specific Details
State-Specific Details