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Bachelor of Organizational Supervision (2 + 2) [online]

The online Bachelor’s in Organizational Supervision offers individuals with an applied associate degree the opportunity to advance in their careers.

The major consists of 11 courses at the junior/senior level. In addition, students must complete the University’s general education requirements, including economics, psychology and social science courses. Core courses in organizational supervision focus on the following:

  • Effective leadership
  • Workplace communications
  • Project team management

This baccalaureate program is designed specifically for students with a two-year degree, whether an associate degree (AA or AS) or any applied degree (AAB or AAS).  

University of Akron Website – Organizational Supervision

Parallel LCCC Programs

Program Curriculum

Course selection/order may vary. All pathways are subject to change. Always review with your LCCC/Partner advisor. Course location is indicated each semester.

Disclaimer: The fluidity of these pathways is acknowledged. At each level, changes are possible as requirements, courses, course numbers, etc. may change. All efforts have been made to confirm the accuracy of the pathway by each institution. Always be aware of the date of review on the document. Always seek the assistance of an Academic Advisor or Counselor.   

Semester One Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
ACTG 151: Accounting I – Financial4ACCT 201 Accounting Principles I 
ENGL 161: College Composition I3ENGL 111 English I
GNED Writing		 
BADM 165: Legal Environments in Business3BLAW 220 Legal and Social Environmental Business 
CISS 121: Microcomputer Applications I3CISS 105 Introduction to Computer Applications and Software 
ECNM 151: Macroeconomics3ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics
GNED Social Science		 
SDEV 101: Introduction to the LCCC Community1GN EL 
Semester Credit Hours Total17  

Semester Two Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
ENGL 162: College Composition II3ENGL 112 English II
GNED Writing		 
ACTG 152: Accounting II – Managerial3ACCT 202 Accounting Principles II 
BADM 251: Principles of Management4MGMT 301 Management Principles and Concepts 
MTHM 168: Statistics3STAT 268 Basic Statistics
GNED Mathematics, Statistics and Logic		 
Semester Credit Hours Total13  

Semester Three Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
CMMC151: Oral Communication3COMM 106 Effective Oral Communication
GNED Speech		 
ECNM 152: Microeconomics 3ECON 200 Principles of Microeconomics
GNED Social Science		 
SOCY151G: Introduction to Sociology3SOCIO 100 Introduction to Sociology
GNED Social Science
GNED Domestic Diversity		 
GNED Non-Lab Natural Science Course3GNED Natural Science 
ENTR 200: Entrepreneurship3ENTRE200 Entrepreneurship 
Semester Credit Hours Total15  

Semester Four Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
BADM 211: Business Communications3BUSN 250 Business Communication 
ENTR 201: Entrepreneurial Finance or FNCE 251: Business Finance3Elective 
MKRG 251: Marketing Principles3MKRT 205 Marketing Principles 
Technical Elective3  
Technical Elective3  
Semester Credit Hours Total15  

Notes:

LCCC Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 60

Student will have earned the Lorain County Community College Associate of Applied Business, Business Administration – Management (#0227) at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Semester Five Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
GNED Fine Arts Course3GNED Fine Arts 
GNED Lab Natural Science Course4GNED Natural Science w/lab 
PHLY 165: Bioethics3PHIL 361 Bioethics GNED Complex Issues Facing Society GNED Humanities 
CMMC 177: Intercultural Communication3COMM 325 Intercultural Communication GNED Domestic Diversity 
GNED Humanities or GNED Fine Arts3GNED Humanities or GNED Fine Arts 
Semester Credit Hours Total16  

Notes:

  • General Education (GNED) courses may have equivalents at Lorain Community College, please refer to the UA-LCCC Transfer Guide.

Semester Six Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC and UA)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
  Organizational Supervision Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total12Semester Credit Hours Total3

Semester Seven Curriculum (Enrolled at UA) [ONLINE]

Partner CourseCredit Hours
COMM 330 Principles of Organizational Supervision3
COMM 331 Information Design3
COMM 334 Leadership Principles & Practices or COMM 459 Leadership and Communication3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
COMM 324 Interpersonal Communication3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total18

Semester Eight Curriculum (Enrolled at UA) [ONLINE]

Partner CourseCredit Hours
COMM 435 Organizational Communication3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15

UA Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 124

Student will have earned the at The University of Akron Bachelor of Science in Organizational Supervision at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Notes:

  • Student must earn the last 30 credit semester hours at the University of Akron.
  • Student must complete 34 credit semester hours at the 300-400 level.
  • Student in Junior standing who have not earned an AAS or AAB will be required to complete 12 credit semester hours of an undergraduate certificate or minor.
  • UA will accept 9 credits toward a certificate or minor.
  • General Education (GNED) courses may have equivalents at Lorain Community College, please refer to the UA-LCCC Transfer Guide.
  • COMM344 includes the (*) notation, for which the student must earn a C or better to be able to register for COMM430.

Contact:

BCAS Advising                                               Transfer and Adult Education Center:

bcasadvising@uakron.edu                              transfer@uakron.edu                                                 

330.972.7880                                                  https://www.uakron.edu/transfer/

Transfer pathway updated 5/19/2023

Course selection/order may vary. All pathways are subject to change. Always review with your LCCC/Partner advisor. Course location is indicated each semester.

Disclaimer: The fluidity of these pathways is acknowledged. At each level, changes are possible as requirements, courses, course numbers, etc. may change. All efforts have been made to confirm the accuracy of the pathway by each institution. Always be aware of the date of review on the document. Always seek the assistance of an Academic Advisor or Counselor.   

Semester One Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
MTHM 168: Statistics3STAT 268 Basic Statistics
GNED Mathematics, Statistics and Logic		 
ENGL 161: College Composition I3ENGL 111 English I
GNED Writing		 
CMMC 151: Oral Communication3COMM 106 Effective Oral Communication
GNED Speech		 
PSYH 151: Introduction to Psychology3PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology
GNED Social Science		 
GNED Fine Arts3GNED Fine Arts 
SDEV 101: Introduction to the LCCC Community1GN EL 
Semester Credit Hours Total16  

Notes:

  • General Education (GNED) courses may have equivalents at Lorain Community College, please refer to the UA-LCCC Transfer Guide.

Semester Two Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
ENGL 162: College Composition II3ENGL 112 English II
GNED Writing		 
GNED Humanities3GNED Humanities 
GNED Natural Science with Lab4GNED Natural Science with Lab 
ECNM 152: Microeconomics 3ECON 200 Principles of Microeconomics
GNED Social Science		 
Elective3  
Semester Credit Hours Total16  

Semester Three Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
Elective 3  
GNED Non-Lab Natural Science Course3GNED Natural Science 
PHLY 165: Bioethics3PHIL 361 Bioethics
GNED Complex Issues Facing Society GNED Humanities		 
GNED Social Science3GNED Social Science 
CMMC 177: Intercultural Communication3COMM 325 Intercultural Communication
GNED Domestic Diversity		 
Semester Credit Hours Total15  

Semester Four Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
Semester Credit Hours Total15  

 LCCC Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 62

Student will have earned the Lorain County Community College Associate of Arts (#8720) at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Semester Five Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit Hours
Elective3
Elective3
Elective3
Elective3
Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15

Semester Six Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC and UA)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
  Organizational Supervision Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total12Semester Credit Hours Total3

Semester Seven Curriculum (Enrolled at UA) [Online]

Partner Course Credit Hours
COMM 330 Principles of Organizational Supervision3
COMM 331 Information Design3
COMM 334 Leadership Principles & Practices or COMM 459 Leadership and Communication3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
COMM 324 Interpersonal Communication3
GNED Global Diversity3
Semester Credit Hours Total18

Semester Eight Curriculum (Enrolled at UA) [Online]

Partner CourseCredit Hours
COMM 435 Organizational Communication3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15

UA Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 125

Student will have earned The University of Akron Bachelor of Science in Organizational Supervision at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Notes:

  • Student must earn the last 30 credit semester hours at the University of Akron.
  • Student must complete 34 credit semester hours at the 300-400 level.
  • Student in Junior standing who have not earned an AAS or AAB will be required to complete 12 credit semester hours of an undergraduate certificate or minor.
  • UA will accept 9 credits toward a certificate or minor.
  • General Education (GNED) courses may have equivalents at Lorain Community College. Please refer to the UA-LCCC Transfer Guide.
  • COMM344 includes the (*) notation, for which the student must earn a C or better to be able to register for COMM430.

Contact:

BCAS Advising
bcasadvising@uakron.edu
330.972.7880 

Transfer and Adult Education Center: 
transfer@uakron.edu 
https://www.uakron.edu/transfer/

Transfer pathway updated 5/19/2023

Course selection/order may vary. All pathways are subject to change. Always review with your LCCC/Partner advisor. Course location is indicated each semester.

Disclaimer: The fluidity of these pathways is acknowledged. At each level, changes are possible as requirements, courses, course numbers, etc. may change. All efforts have been made to confirm the accuracy of the pathway by each institution. Always be aware of the date of review on the document. Always seek the assistance of an Academic Advisor or Counselor.   

Semester One Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
SDEV 101: Introduction to the LCCC Community1GN EL 
MTHM 168: Statistics3STAT 268 Basic Statistics
GNED Mathematics, Statistics and Logic
ENGL 161: College Composition I3ENGL 111 English I
GNED Writing		 
CMMC 151: Oral Communication3COMM 106 Effective Oral Communication
GNED Speech		 
PSYH 151: Introduction to Psychology3PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology
GNED Social Science		 
GNED Natural Science with Lab*
(LCCC recommends BIOG 164 or 151)		4GNED Natural Science with Lab 
Semester Credit Hours Total17  

Notes:

  • General Education (GNED) courses may have equivalents at Lorain Community College, please refer to the UA-LCCC Transfer Guide.
  • For this and the remainder of this pathway, courses with the (*) notation indicate courses student must discuss with LCCC advisor to follow an approved Natural Science sequence from the following options: BIOG 121 and 122 (BIOG 221/222), BIOG 151 and BIOG 152, BIOG 161 and BIOG 162, BIOG 165 and BIOG 164, CHMY 161 and 162, CHMY 171 and 172, CHMY 271 and 272, MTHM 181 and 182, MTHM 280, 281 and 283, PHYC 150 and 152, PHYC 251 and 262, or a customized sequence approved by the division.
    • As noted within this pathway, LCCC recommends completion of: BIOG 151 & 152 as well as BIOG 164 & 165.

Semester Two Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
ENGL 162: College Composition II3ENGL 112 English II
GNED Writing		 
GNED Humanities3GNED Humanities 
GNED Natural Science with Lab*
(LCCC recommends BIOG 165 or 152)		4GNED Natural Science with Lab 
ECNM 152: Microeconomics
or
ECNM 151: Macroeconomics		3ECON 200 Principles of Microeconomics
or
ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics
GNED Social Science		 
CMMC 165: Interpersonal Communication3COMM 324 Interpersonal Communication 
Semester Credit Hours Total16  

Semester Three Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
GNED Fine Arts3 GNED Fine Arts 
GNED Natural Science with Lab*
(LCCC recommends BIOG 164 or 151)		3GNED Natural Science with Lab 
PHLY 165: Bioethics3PHIL 361 Bioethics
GNED Complex Issues Facing Society GNED Humanities		 
GNED Global Diversity3GNED Global Diversity 
CMMC 177: Intercultural Communication3COMM 325 Intercultural Communication
GNED Domestic Diversity		 
Semester Credit Hours Total16  

Semester Four Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
GNED Natural Science with Lab*
(LCCC recommends BIOG 165 or 152)		4 GNED Natural Science with Lab 
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
Semester Credit Hours Total16  

 LCCC Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 65

Student will have earned the Lorain County Community College Associate of Science (#8750) at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Semester Five Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC CourseCredit Hours
Elective3
Elective3
Elective3
Elective3
Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15

Semester Six Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC and UA)

LCCC CourseCredit HoursPartner Course EquivalencyCredit Hours
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
Elective3  
  Organizational Supervision Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total12Semester Credit Hours Total3

Semester Seven Curriculum (Enrolled at UA) [Online]

Partner Course Credit Hours
COMM 330 Principles of Organizational Supervision3
COMM 331 Information Design3
COMM 334 Leadership Principles & Practices
or
COMM 459 Leadership and Communication		3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15

Semester Eight Curriculum (Enrolled at UA) [Online]

Partner CourseCredit Hours
COMM 435 Organizational Communication3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Organizational Supervision Elective3
Semester Credit Hours Total15

UA Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 125

Student will have earned The University of Akron Bachelor of Science in Organizational Supervision at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Notes:

  • Student must earn the last 30 credit semester hours at the University of Akron.
  • Student must complete 34 credit semester hours at the 300-400 level.
  • Student in Junior standing who have not earned an AAS or AAB will be required to complete 12 credit semester hours of an undergraduate certificate or minor.
  • UA will accept 9 credits toward a certificate or minor.
  • General Education (GNED) courses may have equivalents at Lorain Community College. Please refer to the UA-LCCC Transfer Guide.
  • COMM344 includes the (*) notation, for which the student must earn a C or better to be able to register for COMM430.

Contact:

BCAS Advising
bcasadvising@uakron.edu
330.972.7880 

Transfer and Adult Education Center: 
transfer@uakron.edu 
https://www.uakron.edu/transfer/

Transfer pathway updated 8/9/2023

Admission Requirements

  • The application can be initiated during the semester in which 60 semester hours will be earned.
  • Students should have completed or have in progress their required Bridgework courses based on the major they are selecting.
  • Be in good standing at the previously attended school with a 2.0 GPA
  • Students interested in the UA Williams Honors College should review the transfer student consideration for admission information. 

Application Procedures

To apply to the Partnership with Akron, follow the steps below:

  1. Complete an online University of Akron undergraduate application 
  2. Apply as a Transfer Student and select the partnership major that ends with “Lorain CCC.”
  3. Pay the $50 non-refundable application fee. If you are Pell-eligible and need assistance with the fee, please apply for the NACAC Transfer Application Fee Waiver.. The download form is included in the link.
  4. Request all colleges and universities to send an official transcript directly to the University of Akron Admissions.
  5. Once your materials are in, check your email for an admission decision.
  6. You will schedule an advising appointment with your assigned Akron academic advisor.
  7. It is not required; however, the transfer New Student Orientation link is available for resources and support services.

Registration and Scheduling Information

  • Registration in University of Akron courses is limited to those accepted into the partnership programs. You will work with your assigned adviser to complete registration in the course offerings each semester using your My Akron
  • Some courses may only be offered once per year. Please work with your UA adviser to determine the class selection
  • We would encourage you to work with an LCCC Adviser to receive assistance in the registration of any LCCC courses you continue to take in the program, i.e., General Education Courses

Tuition/Fee information:

  • Students taking courses thru both UA and LCCC will need to complete an AdHoc Consortium agreement and a transient permission form. Your adviser will assist you in this process each semester
  • All fees are subject to change. Please contact our Office of Student Financial Aid or Student Accounts
  • Review UA’s scholarship information for any eligible scholarships, including UA’s transfer scholarships and College-specific scholarships

Submit all college-level transcripts to:
The University of Akron
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
277 E. Buchtel Ave
Akron, OH 44325

How do I know if I am in the University Partnership?

  • You are following the UP Curriculum Pathway from the associate to the bachelor’s degree.
  • For 2:2 degrees, you have been admitted to the partner institution and have registered for your first classes the upcoming semester, 3rd year of partner classes.  The first day of the 3rd year class, you are officially a UP student.
  • For 3:1 degrees, you are a UP student if you are registered for the 3rd year in either bridgework LCCC classes or UP partner classes. You may not be necessarily admitted with the UP partner just yet.  The first day of the 3rd year of UP or LCCC bridgework class, you are officially a UP student.
  • UP Office will use the email address your partner institution shares with us, which is once a semester, to email out a reminder to you about the UP program supports and services.
  • If you are unsure if you are in the UP, you are welcome to email or call the UP Office to verify your status.

How do I show proof I am a UP student to receive benefits and supports offered at LCCC

  • Go to the Circulation Desk on the 2nd floor of the LCCC Bass Library  (440) 366-4026.
  • Show your class registration for UP classes with the partner institution or LCCC bridgework classes.
  • Bass Library staff will place a color coded sticker on the back of your LCCC or partner institution ID card.  If you have no LCCC or UP ID card, a UP ID card will be issued to you.
  • You will need to get a new sticker (date specific) each semester that you are registered for UP partner classes.
  • An ID card is not required but would be needed if you are seeking benefits and supports at LCCC while in the partnership.
  • Supports and services are for Elyria Campus and the Learning Centers (Community Learning  Center at Lorain High School, Lorain Learning Center at City Center, LCCC Wellington Center, and University Partnership Ridge Campus).

For More Information

In-Person Advising at LCCC

The University of Akron academic advisor, Olivia Rado, will be available at LCCC from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., October 3, November 7 and December 5. Schedule an appointment with Olivia.

Prospective Students 

Olivia Rado
ohr2@uakron.edu
Appointment Scheduling – be sure to indicate a “meeting with Olivia Rado” and “University Partnership” or “UP prospective student” in the comments box
(330) 972-6624

Admitted Students

Kevin Feldt – kfeldt@uakron.edu
Maryanna Bosela – mah80@uakron.edu
330-972-7880

See the University of Akron Academic Calendar for important academic dates and deadlines.