Delivery Mode: 100% Online
Total Credits: 120
Program Duration: 3 years (Full-time)Accelerated Program: Available
Program Description:
The Bachelor of Science in Wellness Program Management is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the wellness industry by combining health sciences, business management, and wellness programming principles. This interdisciplinary program equips students with the knowledge and skills to design, implement, and manage wellness initiatives across diverse settings such as corporate wellness, community health, fitness centers, and healthcare facilities. Graduates will be proficient in program planning, health promotion strategies, organizational leadership, and evaluation techniques to improve individual and community well-being.
The fully online curriculum offers flexibility for working professionals and those seeking to advance their careers in wellness management. Students will engage in practical projects, case studies, and internships to gain real-world experience.
Bachelor of Science in Wellness Program Management
Program Structure and Course Outline:
Year 1: Foundations
Semester 1:
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Introduction to Wellness and Health Promotion
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Principles of Biology for Health Sciences
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Introduction to Psychology
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English Composition
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College Mathematics
Semester 2:
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Nutrition and Healthy Living
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Anatomy and Physiology I
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Health Communication
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Fundamentals of Business Management
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Elective: Introduction to Sociology
Year 2: Core Wellness and Management Concepts
Semester 3:
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Anatomy and Physiology II
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Behavioral Health and Wellness
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Wellness Program Planning and Development
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Principles of Marketing
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Statistics for Health Sciences
Semester 4:
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Health and Wellness Coaching
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Financial Management for Wellness Programs
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Epidemiology and Community Health
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Organizational Behavior
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Elective: Stress Management Techniques
Year 3: Advanced Wellness Program Management
Semester 5:
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Strategic Planning in Wellness Programs
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Legal and Ethical Issues in Health and Wellness
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Wellness Program Evaluation and Research Methods
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Human Resource Management
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Elective: Alternative and Complementary Therapies
Semester 6:
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Corporate Wellness Programs
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Technology in Wellness Management
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Public Health Policy and Advocacy
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Leadership in Health Organizations
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Elective: Mind-Body Wellness Practices
Year 4: Application and Integration
Semester 7:
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Internship / Practicum in Wellness Program Management
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Project Management for Wellness Initiatives
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Advanced Topics in Wellness Program Management
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Capstone Seminar: Designing a Comprehensive Wellness Program
Semester 8:
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Capstone Project Presentation
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Professional Development and Career Planning
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Elective: Global Wellness Trends
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Elective: Entrepreneurship in Wellness
Additional Features:
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Virtual labs and case study analysis
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Interactive online discussions and group projects
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Access to wellness industry guest lectures and webinars
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Career services with internship placement support
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