BSBA-CIS question

[dew125]

For those who have completed this degree, will TESC accept most credits with the CIS prefix? I have around 25 CIS credits I am transferring, but my previous major was digital design, so they are courses such as adobe photoshop/illustrator, web design, etc; rather than the more traditional CIS courses.

I am deciding between the BSBA-CIS and the Liberal Studies degree, and transferring in over 100 credits. I really only have the degree specific courses remaining, and since these two degrees are so different, I could really use some advice as to which rabbit hole to jump down. As for which degree I need/want it really doesnt matter in my line of work, I just want to finish what I started. I appreciate any comments!

[ryoder]

Transfer credits are anybody's guess.
They will look at the course name in most cases. I had prefixes like Engineering Calculus II MAC-3282 and they gave me Applied Calculus MAT-2120 or something like that.
Those CIS courses may transfer as CAP courses or computer applications. If that is the case, those will not work for your concentration.

Only the TESC registrar's office can tell you for sure.

I would start working on courses that you know you need to complete the CIS assuming those credits transfer. I almost did a BALS at TESC but when I realized how fun it is to take CLEP, DSST, TECEP, Straighterline and Penn Foster courses, I realized I should just go for the BSBA CIS.

[dew125]

Transfer credits are anybody's guess.
Those CIS courses may transfer as CAP courses or computer applications. If that is the case, those will not work for your concentration.

That's what I thought. I think I'll just wait until I get my evaluation and go from there. Thank you!

[bricabrac]

Hello dew125,

Another option:

Since you already have the majority of credits required for a bachelors why not speak with an admissions counselor in regards to a Learner Designed degree program. Each school offers a Learner Designed Area of Study degree so you could apply for a BS, BA, BSBA, or BSAST and use your digital design program as a guide. (edit: Keep in mind the BS and BA may have lower math and or science requirements required - depends on the program.)

Application: http://www.tesc.edu/files/LDAS_application.pdf
Sample application: http://www.tesc.edu/files/ldassample.pdf

You will most likely be required to take a capstone for the BA/BS (if memory serves some here mentioned the liberal arts capstone). Both the BSBA and BSAST degrees have a required capstone course already built into the programs (Business Policy or Current Trends and Applications respectively). For the BA/BS, I am not sure what would be required, the admissions counselor would advise you.

Good luck on your path!

[dew125]

Hello dew125,

Another option:

Since you already have the majority of credits required for a bachelors why not speak with an admissions counselor in regards to a Learner Designed degree program. Each school offers a Learner Designed Area of Study degree so you could apply for a BS, BA, BSBA, or BSAST and use your digital design program as a guide. (edit: Keep in mind the BS and BA may have lower math and or science requirements required - depends on the program.)

The LDAS BSBA might be the perfect option for me; I will definitely look into it more. Thank you!