Professional Innovation
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.)
Undergraduate Major
Grand Rapids • Face to face, Hybrid, Online • Variable Credits
Professional innovation is designed for individuals who have completed or are nearing completion of an associate degree and wish to enhance their technical skills with a bachelor's degree.
Overview
The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary knowledge and core academic skills, allowing students to tailor their education to their professional goals. With a focus on innovation and practical application, the program prepares graduates for a dynamic and evolving job market.
Students in the professional innovation program will engage in a variety of courses that enhance their technical expertise and broaden their professional competencies. Core courses include "Person and Profession in a Global Environment," "Concepts in Learning Integration," and options for quantitative reasoning such as "Visualization of Data and Information" or "Introductory Applied Statistics." Additionally, students can choose from a range of emphasis areas, including leadership, digital data, and design, to customize their learning experience.
Pursuing a major in Professional Innovation at Grand Valley is an excellent choice for those seeking a flexible and comprehensive education that aligns with their career aspirations. The program's online format and accelerated course options provide convenience for working professionals, while the university's strong support system and resources ensure students receive a high-quality education. By choosing this major, students position themselves for success in a competitive and ever-changing professional landscape.
Admission Information
To be admitted, students need to meet Grand Valley State University’s minimum requirements for transfer student admissions and have completed or be in their last semester of an associate of applied science degree, an associate of general studies, an associate of applied arts and science degree, an associate in business degree, or similar technical applied degrees.
Visit the Admissions website for undergraduate requirements and to begin your application.
School of Interdisciplinary Studies
Professional Innovation
gvsu.edu/brookspi
229 Lake Ontario Hall
(616) 331-8229
[email protected]
Admissions and Recruitment Office
Career Opportunities
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Top skills- Management of Personnel Resources
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Judgment and Decision Making
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 78,034.54 | 10% |
| $ 97,735.82 | 25% |
| $124,287.00 | 50% |
| $160,805.20 | 75% |
| $216,273.70 | 90% |
Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services.
Top skills- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
- Speaking
- Active Listening
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 65,063.36 | 10% |
| $ 94,588.20 | 25% |
| $126,025.96 | 50% |
| $162,963.02 | 75% |
| $211,764.68 | 90% |
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
Top skills- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Monitoring
- Reading Comprehension
- Coordination
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 45,599.09 | 10% |
| $ 62,132.21 | 25% |
| $ 96,768.75 | 50% |
| $144,568.72 | 75% |
| $214,712.84 | 90% |
Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.
Top skills- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Social Perceptiveness
- Reading Comprehension
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 52,490.14 | 10% |
| $ 67,413.37 | 25% |
| $ 92,883.00 | 50% |
| $123,231.14 | 75% |
| $171,133.39 | 90% |
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Top skills- Judgment and Decision Making
- Complex Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Management of Financial Resources
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 67,664.85 | 10% |
| $108,682.77 | 25% |
| $181,250.06 | 50% |
| $297,194.89 | 75% |
| $471,972.57 | 90% |
Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.
Top skills- Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
- Complex Problem Solving
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 67,664.85 | 10% |
| $108,682.77 | 25% |
| $181,250.06 | 50% |
| $297,194.89 | 75% |
| $471,972.57 | 90% |
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Grand Valley State University's Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) is a unique bachelor's degree completion program that gives applied associates degree holders the opportunity to step up their education and careers. The following B.A.S. programs are available at Grand Valley:
- Leadership and Business Fundamentals (Fully Online)
- Professional Innovation (Fully Online)
- Technology Project Management (Fully Online)
- Web Design and Development (Fully Online or Face-to- Face)
Program Overview Video
Watch this video overview to explore the professional innovation requirements and curriculum.
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- Explore your options.
- Review your transcripts from all schools (If you've taken classes other than at GVSU, please bring an unofficial copy of your transcripts to your first appointment.)
- Discuss services and supports available to you at GVSU.
- Assist with the admissions and financial aid process.
- Give you a personalized education plan, letting you know what you would have left to complete.
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