Program Overview

  • Duration

    1 Year (Self-Paced)

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    10

  • Total Credit Hours

    60

The Sociology program is dedicated to the study of human society, social behavior, and social structures. Students explore sociological theory, research methods, and the analysis of social issues. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in sociology, social research, advocacy, and public policy. They contribute to our understanding of social dynamics, inequality, and social change, working to address societal challenges and promote positive social outcomes.

SOCIAL SCIENCE FOUNDATIONS AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS:

The program typically begins with a solid foundation in core business disciplines, such as accounting, marketing, finance, management, and organizational behavior. This equips students with a well-rounded understanding of how businesses operate.


FIELDWORK AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:

Beyond the theoretical framework, the College of Social Sciences places a significant emphasis on fieldwork and community engagement. Students have opportunities to participate in research projects, engage with local communities, and apply social science concepts to real-world situations. These experiences not only enhance their analytical and research skills but also provide valuable insights into the social sciences field.


CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND SOCIAL ISSUES ACROSS THE GLOBE:

The College of Social Sciences at Hudson Bay University is committed to nurturing cultural diversity and addressing social issues from around the world. Our curriculum integrates social sciences from various cultures and encourages students to explore different societal traditions. Additionally, we offer study abroad programs, international research opportunities, and collaborations with social scientists from diverse backgrounds, enabling students to gain a global perspective on social sciences.

Learn about sociology, emphasizing the study of sociological principles, social structures, and human behavior in society. Analyze sociological perspectives, research methods, and sociological analysis.


Learn about economics, covering economic principles, market dynamics, and economic systems. Analyze economic theories, supply and demand, and the role of economics in society.


Learn about English literature, covering the study of English literary traditions, literary analysis, and literary genres. Analyze English literary works, literary movements, and literary criticism.


Study mass communication, focusing on mass media, communication theories, and media effects on society. Analyze mass media technologies, communication processes, and the impact of mass media.


Offers a panoramic view of global historical developments. It examines key events, figures, and cultural shifts throughout history, providing a context for understanding contemporary global dynamics. This course enables students to grasp the interconnectedness of world civilizations and the roots of the modern world.

Discuss applied social psychology, covering the application of psychological theories to understand and address social issues and behaviors. Analyze social psychology research, behavior modification, and the role of social psychologists.


Explore industrial sociology, emphasizing the study of social interactions, structures, and behaviors in industrial and organizational settings. Analyze workplace dynamics, labor relations, and industrial sociology research.


Learn about advanced sociology, covering advanced sociological theories, research methodologies, and sociological analysis. Analyze sociological research techniques, theoretical perspectives, and social research in various domains.


Discuss methods of analysis in inequality, focusing on sociological methods for analyzing social inequality, discrimination, and social justice. Analyze inequality research, social policy analysis, and strategies for addressing inequality.


Explore contemporary social theory application, covering the practical application of modern sociological theories in the analysis of real-world social issues. Analyze social theory frameworks and their application to contemporary social challenges.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
MASTER'S DEGREE (MSS) $27,000
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $27,000
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Hudson Bay University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

Credit Hours

60

Course Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced)

Courses Offered

10

Sociology (SS-126)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Sociological Perspective
     Sociological Investigation
     Culture
     Society
     Socialization
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Social Interaction In Everyday Life
     Groups And Organizations
     Sexuality And Society
     Deviance
     Social Stratification
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Social Class In The United States
     Global Stratification
     Gender Stratification
     Race And Ethnicity
     Aging And The Elderly
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Economy And Work
     Politics And Government
     Families
     Religion
     Education
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Health And Medicine
     Population, Urbanization, And Environment
     Collective Behavior And Social Movements
     Social Change: Traditional, Modern, And Postmodern Societies

Economics (SS-310)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Economic Perspective
     Production And Trade
     Demand And Supply
     The Power Of Prices
     Measuring National Output
     Unemployment
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Inflation
     A Framework For Macroeconomic Analysis
     Fiscal Policy And Short-Run Instability
     Aggregate Expenditures
     Fiscal Policy In Action
     Economic Growth
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Money, Banking, And The Federal Reserve
     Monetary Policy And Price Stability
     Elasticity: Measuring Responsiveness
     Consumer Behavior
     The Firm Production
     Cost And Profit-Maximizing Output
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pure Competition
     Monopoly And Anti-Trust
     Oligopoly And Monopolistic Competition
     Markets For Labor And Other Inputs
     Earnings And Income Distribution
     Public Goods, Regulation, And Information
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Externalities And Common Property Resources
     Public Choice
     Into The International Marketplace
     Policy Toward Trade
     Economic Development

English Literature (SS-489)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction: Reading, Responding To, And Writing About Literature
     Fiction: An Overview
     Structure: The Organization Of Stories
     Characters: The People In Fiction
     Point Of View: The Position Or Stance Of The Work’S Narrator Or Speaker
     Setting: The Background Of Place, Objects, And Culture In Stories
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Tone And Style: The Words That Convey Attitudes In Fiction
     Symbolism And Allegory: Keys To Extended Meaning
     Idea Or Theme: The Meaning And The Message In Fiction
     Six Stories For Additional Enjoyment And Study
     Meeting Poetry: An Overview
     Words: The Building Blocks Of Poetry
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Imagery: The Poem’S Link To The Senses
     Figures Of Speech, Or Metaphorical Language: A Source Of Depth And Range In Poetry
     Tone: The Creation Of Attitude In Poetry
     Form: The Shape Of The Poem
     Symbolism And Allusion: Windows To A Wide Expanse Of Meaning
     Myths: Systems Of Symbolic Allusion In Poetry
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Two Poetic Careers: Emily Dickinson And Robert Frost
     Ninety-Three Poems For Additional Enjoyment And Study
     The Dramatic Vision: An Overview
     The Tragic Vision: Affirmation Through Loss
     The Comic Vision: Restoring The Balance
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Four Plays For Additional Enjoyment And Study
     Writing And Documenting The Research Essay
     Critical Approaches Important In The Study Of Literature
     Taking Examinations On Literature
     Comparison-Contrast And Extended Comparison-Contrast: Learning By Seeing Literary Works Together

Mass Communication (SS-716)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mass Media Literacy
     Books
     Newspapers
     Magazines
     Sound Recording
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Movies
     Radio
     Television
     The Internet
     News
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Public Relations
     Advertising
     Entertainment
     Media Research
     Mass Communication
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mass Media Effects
     Mass Media And Society
     Global Mass Media
     Mass Media And Governance
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mass Media Law
     Ethics And The Mass Media
     Visual Messages
     Media And Political Systems

World History (AAS-902)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     From Human Prehistory To The Rise Of Agriculture
     Early Civilization
     Nomadic Societies
     Classical Civilization: China
     Classical Civilization: India
     Classical Civilization In The Mediterranean: Persia, Greece, And Rome
     The Classical Period: Directions, Diversities, And Declines By 500 C.E.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Rise Of Islam: Civilization In The Middle East
     India And Southeast Asia Under The Impact Of Islam
     Africa And Islam
     East European Civilization: Byzantium And Russia
     Western Civilization: The Middle Ages
     The Spread Of East Asian Civilization
     Centers Of Civilization In The Americas
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Mongol Interlude And The End Of The Postclassical Period
     The West And The World: Discovery, Colonization, And Trade
     Western Civilization Changes Shape In The Early Modern Centuries
     The Rise Of Eastern Europe
     The Ottoman And Mughal Empires
     East Asia: Vital Trends In Politics And Trade
     The First Industrial Revolution: Western Society, 1780-1914
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     World Economy And Western Imperialism: Africa And South Asia
     Settler Societies: The West On Frontiers
     The Development Of Latin American Civilization
     The Middle East And China In The Imperialist Century
     Russia And Japan: Industrialization Outside The West
     World War I And The End Of An Era
     The West In The Twentieth Century
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Eastern European Civilization
     East Asia And The Twentieth Century
     India And Southeast Asia
     Middle Eastern Civilization In The Twentieth Century
     Latin America In The Twentieth Century
     Sub-Saharan Africa: From Colonies To New Nations
     The Early Twenty-First Century: World History And The Future

Applied Social Psychology (SOC-318)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Study Of Culture, Ethnicity, And Race In American Psychology
     College Sophomores In The Laboratory: Influences Of A Narrow Data Base On Psychology'S View Of Human Nature
     Most Of The Subjects Were White And Middle Class: Trends In Published Research On African Americans In Selected Apa Journals
     Standing Out And Standing In: The Psychology Of Control In America And Japan
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Token Status And Problem-Solving Deficits: Detrimental Effects Of Distinctiveness And Performance Monitoring,
     Perceptions Of Social Responsibilities In India And In The United States: Moral Imperatives Or Personal Decisions
     Universals And Cultural Differences In The Judgments Of Facial Expressions Of Emotions
     Culture And The Self: Implications For Cognition, Emotion, And Motivation,
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Persuasion And Culture: Advertising Appeals In Individualistic And Collectivistic Societies
     Psychological Impact Of Biculturalism: Evidence And Theory
     Negotiating Social Identity When Contexts Change: Maintaining Identification And Responding To Threat
     Collectivism-Individualism In Everyday Social Life: The Middle Kingdom And The Melting Pot,
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Individualistic And Collectivistic Perspectives On Gender And The Cultural Context Of Love And Intimacy,
     Cooperation-Competition And Self-Esteem: A Case Of Cultural Relativism
     Violence And U.S. Regional Culture
     Race And The Schooling Of Black Americans
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Sociocultural Context Of African-American And White American Women'S Rape
     The Pace Of Life
    

Industrial Sociology (SOC-503)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Industrial Sociology
     Early Societies
     Pre-Industrial Europe
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Industrial Revolution
     Social And Economic Characteristics Of Industrial Societies
     Industrial Organizations
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Quality And Empowerment Revolutions
     The Economics Of Industrial Societies
     Occupational Roles: Life At The Top And Middle Of Organizations
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Occupational Roles: Life At The Bottom
     Strains In The Workplace
     Union Management Relations
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Forms Of Industrial Relations
     The Challenges And Future Of Industrial Society

Advanced Sociology (SOC-505)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Through The Lens Of Science
     In The Beginning.
     Culture: Product And Guide To Life In Society
     Group Interaction: From Two To Millions
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Becoming A Person: The Birth Of Personality
     Deviance And Criminality: The Need For Social Control
     The Great Divide: Ranking And Stratification
     Minority Status: Race And Ethnicity
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Minority Status: Age, Gender, And Sexuality
     From The Plow To The Computer: Change, Collective Behavior, And Social Movements
     Population, Urbanization, And Environment
     Pivotal Institutions: Marriage And The Family
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pivotal Institutions: Religion And Education
     Government: The Institution And The Ideologies That Underlie It
     The Government Of The United States Of America
     Democracy In Action: We The People
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Economy: Concepts And History
     Principles Of Economic Behavior: Microeconomics And Macroeconomics
     Nation Among Nations: Perspectives On International Relations

Methods Of Analysis In Inequality (SOC-506)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Role And Importance Of Research
     The Research Process: Coming To Terms
     Sampling And Generalizability
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Measurement, Reliability, And Validity
     Methods Of Measuring Behavior
     Data Collection And Descriptive Statistics
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introducing Inferential Statistics
     Nonexperimental Research: Descriptive And Correlational Methods
     Non-Experimental Research: Qualitative Methods
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pre- And True Experimental Research Methods
     Quasi-Experimental Research: A Close Cousin To True Experimental Research
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Writing A Research Proposal
     Writing A Research Manuscript

Contemporary Social Theory Application (SOC-563)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Contemporary Relevance Of Old Theories
     The Janus-Faced Nature Of Society
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Private Lives And Public Connections
     Separatism And Status
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Cynicism, Distrust, And Corruption
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Commodification And The Value Of Human Life
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Polarization Of Economic Resources