Chemistry, B.A. with M.B.A, 3+1

Department Contact:

Chair: Dr. Michele Hargittai mhargittai@francis.edu, 814-472-2775

Coordinator: Rose Clark rclark@francis.edu, 814-472-3910

 

Program Description:

The Chemistry major helps students acquire a strong foundation in basic concepts and principles of modern chemistry while gaining an appreciation of chemistry’s central role in society. All courses are taught and all research is facilitated by faculty members who are generous with their time and knowledge. Students can expect individual attention in their small lecture and laboratory classes. Course work is designed to help students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, laboratory, computer, data acquisition and analysis, and research skills needed to be successful in future endeavors. There is a high degree of flexibility in the different chemistry concentrations in order to meet the demands of the following students: those who plan to supplement the bachelor’s degree by attending graduate school or by enrolling in a professional program, like medical school; those who plan to complete their formal education with the bachelor’s degree and obtain positions in industry or with government; and those who plan careers in teaching.

The accelerated Chemistry BA and MBA program will require students to come in with 13+ credits or take those credits in the summer and will need one full summer of MBA classes after the 4^th year. Students will graduate in the Fall of their 4^th year with a BA in Chemistry and return as a graduate student for the Spring 4^th year and summer after the 4^th year.

 

Student Learning Outcomes:

Department Learning Objectives

1. Ability to use and read chemical formulas, nomenclature, and chemical reactions and to do calculations involving stoichiometry, mixtures, solutions, solubility, and chemical equilibrium
2. Ability to describe and recognize bonding, structure, and stereochemistry, and to predict organic reactions, mechanisms, and synthesis
3. Ability to use statistics and quantitative analysis
4. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of business principles
5. Ability to apply the laws of thermodynamics to evaluate conditions of chemical equilibrium and direction and rates of chemical reactions
6. Ability to read primary sources in chemistry (peer reviewed literature) and verbally communicate chemical concepts effectively
7. Ability to apply business principles and problem-solving skills to more complex business problems

 

Capstone Requirement:

Take the American Chemical Society standardized exam

 

Total Credits Required:

120 credits for B.A.