Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with a major in Leadership Sample Online Curriculum
The sample course of study below is based on the 2021 Undergraduate Catalog. This is not an official advising document. It can serve as a guide for how your existing college credits may transfer to ODU. All efforts have been made to provide accurate program information. However, this information is subject to change by the department.
This is program is available completely online, which means you can start this online bachelor's program as a freshman. If you already have college credits, you may be able to transfer those credits and get a head start on your program requirements.
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Upper Division General Education and Program Coursework
No more than 27 credits from courses in the Strome College of Business may be applied to this degree program's requirements.
| Old Dominion University Course | Credits | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IDS 300W Interdisciplinary Theory and Concepts | 3 | |
| Two Interdisciplinary Studies core courses | 6 | Choose from: IDS/ENGL 307T Digital Media; IDS 368 Internship OR IDS 494 Entrepreneurship; IDS 493 Electronic Portfolio Project |
| Two Ethical Leadership courses | 6 | Choose from: CPD 410, ENMA 480, PAS 301, PHIL 303E, PHIL 423 |
| Two Communication Skills and Leadership courses | 6 | Choose from: COMM 351, 355, 421; CPD 414, 417; ENGL 334W, 435W; MGMT 330. |
| Two Legal Issues courses | 6 | Choose from: CRJS 340, 406; or CPD 406, CPD 412, CRJS 448, ENVH 402W, ENVH 425, FIN 331, MGMT 417, SOC/CRJS 445. |
| Three Leadership elective courses | 9 | Choose three from at least two different disciplines: CPD 400, 408, 415, 416; ENMA 301, 401; HLTH 425; IDS 467; IT 360T; MGMT 325, 340, 350, 426; OPMT 303; PAS 409; PSYC 303, 307, 345. |
View this program in ODU's Undergraduate Catalog
This bachelor's degree requires a minimum of 120 credit hours total.
To complete this degree at ODU as a transfer, a minimum of 30 credit hours must be earned at ODU.
Double Major in Leadership and Human Services
The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies and the Department of Counseling and Human Services have created an opportunity for undergraduate students to major in both IDS leadership and human services. Combining interest areas between two majors allows more versatility for pursuing graduate school and strengthening employability. Both majors can be earned within the 120 credit hours required for an undergraduate degree.