UMPI - Degree Plan Help

[NJC2023]

That's right, your best bet is the degree/minor you've selected, you can always add another minor or take the 3-4 classes that can exempt you for up to 3 classes towards the UMPI MAOL.  Essentially, your current credits can be used for the 60 credits in the electives, make sure to take the Sophia.org classes to fulfill your general education, and then complete the UMPI residency credits.

Hello, What are the "3-4 classes that can exempt you for up to 3 classes towards the UMPI MAOL" that should added to my degree plan? Thank you in advance for your time. 

[bjcheung77]

Here's the link, you may want to read the entire thread or anything after this post: https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-...#pid400861

[NJC2023]

Hello Everyone, 

I am currently in the process of trying to finalize my degree plan, and I would greatly appreciate your expertise in reviewing my spreadsheet. 

I've attached a copy of my degree plan spreadsheet. I'm currently evaluating whether pursuing a UMPI BLS with Minors or a BABA with a Management concentration makes more sense for me. Your insights on this decision would be greatly appreciated. 

Any advice on potential adjustments or additional courses would be immensely helpful.


Thank you so much for your time and assistance. I look forward to hearing from you and benefiting from the wisdom of this wonderful community. 

[bjcheung77]

I noticed your PM to me that you also PM Rachel83AZ, I skimmed through the document, I usually get people to link us to their one/google drive as my Mac Mini or Windows laptop downloads files and I don't have MS Office installed. So I have to always download and then open it in Google or Microsoft Office online version... I would complete all the required classes for transfer and apply to UMPI for their BLS as it will take 'more' of your credits, you can always change that later to the BABA.

[NJC2023]

Hello Everyone, 

I am currently in the process of trying to finalize my degree plan, and I would greatly appreciate your expertise in reviewing my plan and spreadsheet. 

A few additional pieces of information:

• I want to pursue a UMPI BLS with Minors.
  
• I am considering applying for a Pierpont AAS,
  
•      Hoping for feedback form forum members
  
•      Is this needed or worth the time, energy and cost  
  
• I have not applied to UMPI yet, I was planning to applied after I completed my last Study.com course
  
• I have attached a spreadsheet for review (You should be to open the attachment with Google Sheets or Excel) 
  

Any advice on potential adjustments or additional course recommendations would be immensely helpful.

Thank you so much for your time and assistance. I look forward to hearing from you and benefiting from the wisdom of this wonderful community. 

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Location: Michigan, USA
Age: 54
Degree: Bachelor’s in Liberal Studies with a management minor from UMPI
Budget: $5K US
Timeline: 6 to 8 months (By 12/31/2024) 
Dedicated time to study: 20 to 25 Hours per week

Study.com (Currently Enrolled, Planning to complete the by 04/30/2024)
Business 104: Information Systems and Computer Applications
Business 209: Mentoring & Leadership Development in the Workplace
Business 306: Strategic Human Resources Management
Business 312: Advanced Operations Management


Sofia.org (All Courses Taken in Dec 2023 & Jan 2024)
Business Communication 93%
Business Ethics 94%
Business Law 89%
Introduction to Business 90%
Personal Finance 93%
Principles of Finance 80%
Project Management 82%
The Essentials of Managing Conflict 88%
Conflict Resolution 81%
Introduction to Information Technology 92%
Introduction to Web Development 96%
Visual Communications 86%
Art History I 82%
Introduction to Ethics 82%
Spanish 1 94%
Introduction to Statistics 80%
Environmental Science 80%
Human Biology 88%
Human Biology Lab 85%
Introduction to Nutrition 87%
Introduction to Sociology: Embracing Diversity and Collaboration 93%
Macroeconomics 89%
Microeconomics 84%
US History I 83%
Developing Effective Teams 85%


CLEP
Principles of Marketing, June 2013, 80%


Current Regional Accredited Credits:
Oakland Community College Completed Classes
PSY 2510 Intro to Psychology 1988/FA 3 Credits, C
MUS 1590 History of Music: The Rock Era 1988/FA 3 Credits, B
ENG 1040 Reading Improvement 1988/FA 2 Credits, B
POL 1510 American Government 1989/WI 3 Credits, C
ECO 2610 Economics I 1989/WI 3 Credits, D
FST 2220 Equip Plan Layout 1992/WI 3 Credits, C
FST 2320 Wines and Spirits 1992/WI 3 Credits, C+
FST-1101 Fund Pantry Produc 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, C+
FST-1102 Fund Quanty Baking 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, B
FST-1103 Store Room I 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, B+
FST-1104 Dining Room I 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, A
FST-1105 Cooking I 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, B
FST-1106 Demonstratn Lab I 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, B+
FST-1220 Standards Sanitation Hyg 1993/WI 3 Credits, C
MAT-1010 Business Mathematics 1993/WI 3 Credits, C
FST-2020 Food Serv Cost Ctl 1993/SP 3 Credits, B+
ACC-2510 Principles of Accounting I 1993/FA 4 Credits, B
FST-1180 Visiting Lecture Series II 1993/FA 1 Credit, A
FST-1240 Menu Planning 1993/FA 2 Credits, A
FST-2030 Purchasing Storage 1993/FA 3 Credits, B+
FST-2240 Hospitality Marketing 1993/FA 3 Credits, A
FST-2404 Coop Intern-Mgt 1993/FA 3 Credits, A
FST-2010 Food Service Accounting 1994/WI 3 Credits, B
FST-2060 Restaurant Management 1994/WI 6 Credits, A
SPE 1290 Interpersonal Communications 1999/SP 3 Credits, B-

Certifications:
CompTIA A+ (2009 edition)
Microsoft Office 2007 Master: Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 Master


Thank you in advance for your assistance 

[bjcheung77]

Hmm...Your attachment or link to your spreadsheet mentioned is missing, I'm merging this to the previous thread, so we get the full picture. It seems you're using this as a check the box degree and also prepare for a possible upward mobility ladder (such as getting a quick Masters like the UMPI MAOL). I suggest this path - Pierpont BOG > UMPI BAS > UMPI MAOL

Pierpont BOG AAS is worth the extra $130+cost of transcripts from Oakland, that's really cheap for an Associates that can get you into the BAS vs the BLS at UMPI. You can quickly apply to both Pierpont and UMPI and send the transcripts in while you complete the remaining credits needed for UMPI BLS (you can change to BAS after conferral of Pierpont BOG AAS).

Heck, if you wanted an additional cheapies/freebies, you can get the Coursera, TEEX, classes that grant ACE credit and also complete a Cert. You can add an addition UMPI AALS into your degree plan as a secondary program and 'forget it' as all the credits you take for the BAS/BLS will go towards that degree. https://degreeforum.miraheze.org/wiki/Fr..._of_Credit

[NJC2023]

bjcheung77 pid='413629' dateline='1708358452']
  UMPI Degree Plan Worksheet DF 032024.xlsx (Size: 66.4 KB / Downloads: 3) Hmm...Your attachment or link to your spreadsheet mentioned is missing, I'm merging this to the previous thread, so we get the full picture.  It seems you're using this as a check the box degree and also prepare for a possible upward mobility ladder (such as getting a quick Masters like the UMPI MAOL). I suggest this path - Pierpont BOG > UMPI BAS > UMPI MAOL

Pierpont BOG AAS is worth the extra $130+cost of transcripts from Oakland, that's really cheap for an Associates that can get you into the BAS vs the BLS at UMPI.  You can quickly apply to both Pierpont and UMPI and send the transcripts in while you complete the remaining credits needed for UMPI BLS (you can change to BAS after conferral of Pierpont BOG AAS).

Heck, if you wanted an additional cheapies/freebies, you can get the Coursera, TEEX, classes that grant ACE credit and also complete a Cert.  You can add an addition UMPI AALS into your degree plan as a secondary program and 'forget it' as all the credits you take for the BAS/BLS will go towards that degree.  https://degreeforum.miraheze.org/wiki/Fr..._of_Credit

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Hmm...Your attachment or link to your spreadsheet mentioned is missing, I'm merging this to the previous thread, so we get the full picture.  It seems you're using this as a check the box degree and also prepare for a possible upward mobility ladder (such as getting a quick Masters like the UMPI MAOL). I suggest this path - Pierpont BOG > UMPI BAS > UMPI MAOL

Pierpont BOG AAS is worth the extra $130+cost of transcripts from Oakland, that's really cheap for an Associates that can get you into the BAS vs the BLS at UMPI.  You can quickly apply to both Pierpont and UMPI and send the transcripts in while you complete the remaining credits needed for UMPI BLS (you can change to BAS after conferral of Pierpont BOG AAS).

Heck, if you wanted an additional cheapies/freebies, you can get the Coursera, TEEX, classes that grant ACE credit and also complete a Cert.  You can add an addition UMPI AALS into your degree plan as a secondary program and 'forget it' as all the credits you take for the BAS/BLS will go towards that degree.  https://degreeforum.miraheze.org/wiki/Fr..._of_Credit


Thank you for your reply. I am sorry that I forgot the link to the spreadsheet. 

  UMPI Degree Plan Worksheet DF 032024.xlsx (Size: 66.4 KB / Downloads: 0)

[NJC2023]

I'm seeking help and a second set of eyes to ensure I have everything.
I’ve decided to apply to the UMPI Yourpace program for a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a Marketing Concentration. I aim to start in the Fall of 2024, and the application deadline is July 15, 2024. I've heard that the UMPI application process can be slow.

A few questions:

1. Did I miss any classes I need to complete before applying to UMPI? (My goal is to transfer and receive 90 transfer credits.)
   
2. Can I apply now and transfer the Coursera Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate afterward? (I may not be able to complete this course before I apply) 
   
3. Do you recommend applying as soon as possible?
   

I have attached a PDF copy of my degree plan spreadsheet for review. 
  UMPI Degree Plan Worksheet DF.xlsx - BABA Marketing.pdf (Size: 89.61 KB / Downloads: 7)


Thank you in advance for your time and consideration. 


Location: Michigan, USA
Age: 54
Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration – Marketing Concentration
Budget: $5K US
Timeline: 6 to 12 months - (Hoping to complete my degree by 01/01/2025)
Dedicated time to study: 20 to 25 Hours per week


Currently in Progress: 
Coursera
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate



Courses Completed: 

Study.com 
English 104: College Composition I - 250
English 105: College Composition II - 245
Business 303: Management Information Systems - 240


Sophia.org
Business Communication 93%
Business Ethics 94%
Business Law 89%
Introduction to Business 90%
Personal Finance 93%
Principles of Finance 80%
Project Management 82%
The Essentials of Managing Conflict 88%
Conflict Resolution 81%
1Introduction to Information Technology 92%
Introduction to Web Development 96%
Visual Communications 86%
Art History I 82%
Introduction to Ethics 82%
Spanish 1 94%
Introduction to Statistics 80%
Environmental Science 80%
Human Biology 88%
Human Biology Lab 85%
Introduction to Nutrition 87%
Introduction to Sociology: Embracing Diversity and Collaboration 93%
Macroeconomics 89%
Microeconomics 84%
US History I 83%
Developing Effective Teams 85%


CLEP
Principals in Marketing - May 2024, 65
Principals of Marketing - June 2013, 60


Current Regional Accredited Credits:
Oakland Community College Completed Classes


PSY 2510 Intro to Psychology 1988/FA 3 Credits, C
MUS 1590 History of Music: The Rock Era 1988/FA 3 Credits, B
ENG 1040 Reading Improvement 1988/FA 2 Credits, B
POL 1510 American Government 1989/WI 3 Credits, C
ECO 2610 Economics I 1989/WI 3 Credits, D
FST 2220 Equip Plan Layout 1992/WI 3 Credits, C
FST 2320 Wines and Spirits 1992/WI 3 Credits, C+
FST-1101 Fund Pantry Produc 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, C+
FST-1102 Fund Quanty Baking 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, B
FST-1103 Store Room I 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, B+
FST-1104 Dining Room I 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, A
FST-1105 Cooking I 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, B
FST-1106 Demonstratn Lab I 1993/WI 1.5 Credits, B+
FST-1220 Standards Sanitation Hyg 1993/WI 3 Credits, C
MAT-1010 Business Mathematics C1993/WI 3 Credits
FST-2020 Food Serv Cost Ctl 1993/SP 3 Credits, B+
ACC-2510 Principles of Accounting I 1993/FA 4 Credits, B
FST-1180 Visiting Lecture Series II 1993/FA 1 Credit, A
FST-1240 Menu Planning 1993/FA 2 Credits, A
FST-2030 Purchasing Storage 1993/FA 3 Credits, B+
FST-2240 Hospitality Marketing 1993/FA 3 Credits, A
FST-2404 Coop Intern-Mgt 1993/FA 3 Credits, A
FST-2010 Food Service Accounting 1994/WI 3 Credits, B
FST-2060 Restaurant Management 1994/WI 6 Credits, A
SPE 1290 Interpersonal Communications 1999/SP 3 Credits, B-


Certifications:
CompTIA A+ (2009 edition)
Microsoft Office 2007 Master: Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 Master


Thank you in advance for your assistance

[bjcheung77]

Looks pretty good, you want to cross reference the info on the WIKI here: https://degreeforum.miraheze.org/wiki/Category:UMPI
Otherwise, the only thing that's confusing is... the 40 credits GEC, you've got a bit of redundancy, but it doesn't matter, you're picturing that.
One thing is, your OCC accounting class doesn't take two spots... you'll have to complete the 'other' one as well...

[NJC2023]

Looks pretty good, you want to cross reference the info on the WIKI here: https://degreeforum.miraheze.org/wiki/Category:UMPI
Otherwise, the only thing that's confusing is... the 40 credits GEC, you've got a bit of redundancy, but it doesn't matter, you're picturing that.
One thing is, your OCC accounting class doesn't take two spots... you'll have to complete the 'other' one as well...

Thank you for catching the errors in my plan. I have attached an updated PDF. (Please let me know if the updated plan looks better with fewer redundancies.) 
  UMPI Degree Plan Worksheet BABA Marketing 06042024.pdf (Size: 98.64 KB / Downloads: 2)


Sophia: Financial Accounting (completed on June3, 2024). 
I have 46 GEC Credits to transfer in with a few redundancies. (I think this meets the 40 GEC Credit Requirement) 


Just a few additional questions: 


1.) Will OCC MAT 1010 Business Mathematics count for both the GEC 3B & BUS ADM Major MAT 140 requirements? (If not, I will take Sophia College Intro to College Mathematics or College Algebra.) 


2.) Will Sophia Business Communication count for GEC 1C and BUS ADM Major COM 210 requirements? (If not, do you have a recommendation on another Sophia class to meet the GEC 1C requirement?)


Thank you again for your time.