General Studies B.L.S.

Overview

The General Studies major provides students with a Bachelor of Liberal Studies (B.L.S.) degree. The General Studies major from Saint Joseph's University offers adult learners the opportunity to design a unique degree plan based on a variety of academic concentrations.

What is the General Studies major?

Saint Joseph’s University provides flexible online, evening and accelerated classes for adult students seeking a bachelor’s degree in general studies. The general studies degree offers a well-rounded, interdisciplinary curriculum with several academic concentrations to best suit your personal and professional goals.

What Can You Do with a General Studies major?

The Bachelor of Liberal Studies in General Studies grants adult learners the flexibility, industry-focus and knowledge needed to be competitive in today’s dynamic job market, whether advancing in their current field of employment, changing careers, or pursuing graduate school.

Concentrations within the program include:

The scope of these concentrations provide the opportunity to gain marketable skills and applicable concepts specific to their interests. Graduates who obtain a degree in general studies have gone on to become:

Board-certified assistant behavior analysts
PR directors
Marketing directors
Communications directors
Brand managers
Sales and marketing directors
Copywriters
Project coordinators
Social workers
Office managers

How will Obtaining a Bachelor of Liberal Studies in General Studies from Saint Joseph's University Enhance Your Career?

Pursuing a General Studies B.L.S. at Saint Joseph’s University offers the opportunity to work with diverse, experienced faculty who are experts in their field. This program provides a solid educational foundation and instills vital leadership and professional skills that are necessary across a vast majority of professions.

We are dedicated to helping you achieve your educational goals to help you succeed both personally and professionally in your career. Here is a small sample of the tremendous support Saint Joseph's University offers to adult learners:

A full team of counselors, advisors and professors who offer one-on-one support
Financial aid to those who qualify
24/7 technical support
Transfer credits
Assistance with the application process

Course Catalog Information

Organization Development and Leadership B.L.S.

The bachelor's in liberal studies in organization development and leadership equips adult learners with the skills necessary to successfully manage an organization for success. People, plans, policies and even office politics can affect how well an organization functions and performs in the marketplace. Through the program, you will study how to strengthen the talents of each individual team member to help further an organization overall.

Business Administration B.B.A.

With a Bachelor of Business Administration from Saint Joseph's University, you will develop a well-rounded understanding of various business functions.

Professional Studies – General Studies B.L.S.

The General Education Program (GEP) from Saint Joseph’s University is ideal for those who seek to enhance their problem-solving, analysis and communication skills while pursuing a concentration that is uniquely tailored to your interests, passions and career goals.