COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science in Insurance Studies requires students to complete a combination of major courses, electives, and general education courses, totaling at least 120 credit hours, including 39 upper-division credits. Core major courses provide a strong foundation in insurance and business, covering topics such as introduction to business, management technology, human communication, professional writing, insurance and risk, insurance law, finance and risk management, insurance operations, life and health insurance, personal lines insurance, commercial insurance, and an insurance practicum that provides practical, real-world experience. Students also take foundational courses in psychology and sociology to understand human behavior and societal factors that impact the insurance industry.Major electives allow students to tailor their education to individual interests and career goals, with options in communication, workplace information literacy, technical applications like databases and spreadsheets, professional presentations, psychology, industrial and health psychology, sociology, aging studies, and technical and applied studies. These electives enhance professional, analytical, and technical skills, preparing students for diverse roles within the insurance sector.Additional requirements include courses in composition, mathematics and critical reasoning, humanities and fine arts, basic sciences with laboratory experience, and other general education electives to fulfill Kent Core requirements. Non-business and non-applied business electives provide flexibility to reach the total credit hour requirement. This structure ensures that graduates are well-rounded, combining technical insurance knowledge with strong analytical, communication, and professional skills.Overall, the program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of insurance products, regulations, operations, and policy contracts. Through coursework and experiential learning, graduates are prepared to enter the insurance industry confidently, capable of contributing to property and casualty, life and health insurance, agency operations, risk management, and insurance finance, while possessing the analytical and communication skills necessary for long-term career success.