Greg Galardi

Dean

School of Professional Studies

The School of Professional Studies offers majors and minors in Business, Psychology, and Criminal Justice, with an emphasis on practical applications.  We focus on what our graduates will be able to do, in addition to what they will know, and this focus gives our graduates an edge in the workplace.

Here are some examples of recent innovations in our practical and accessible programs:

• Our unique Business Administration – Human Performance and Systems Management option integrates computer systems courses into the traditional management curriculum, so our graduates are prepared not only to manage people, but also to manage networks, databases, and other complex systems prevalent in 21st century organizations.

• Our flexible Psychology major allows students to emphasize human resource management, advanced computer skills, criminal justice, or alcohol and drug counseling by customizing their major courses.

• Our Bachelor of Applied Science program allows a candidate with virtually any associate’s degree or the equivalent to complete a bachelor’s degree in two years or less – entirely online.

• Our limited college credit for prior learning and life experience may qualify those with substantial life experiences or non-college training for the Bachelor of Applied Science program or for advanced standing in another program.

• Our Comparative Justice and Human Service Systems course offers an international field experience in Australia, which gives our students a global perspective on these critical social institutions.

• A Peru State College Business, Psychology, or Criminal Justice degree may be completed in a traditional classroom setting – or entirely online!

Our dedicated and accessible faculty are experienced practitioners and experienced educators who are committed to our students’ success – in college, in graduate and professional schools, and in their careers.

For help in your educational and career planning, contact the School of Professional Studies at 402-872-2232 or email schoolofprofessionalstudies@peru.edu.