Mar 28, 2024  
2013-2014 Graduate Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Graduate Catalog [Not Current Academic Year. Consult with Your Academic Advisor for Your Catalog Year]

Foresight, M.S.


Advisor: Dr. Peter Bishop

The Master of Science in Foresight, offered by the Department of Human Development and Consumer Sciences, is an interdisciplinary program that prepares strategic foresight professionals for careers in long-term forecasting and planning. This program uses a wide range of theoretical and practical models to examine the sources, patterns and causes of change in order to map probable, plausible and preferable futures.

The curriculum is unique and rigorous. It emphasizes foresight, creativity and innovation in order to gain competitive advantage in the job market. The 36-hour degree pulls from other academic disciplines such as Business, Government and Education. Courses include: Forecasting, World Futures, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, and Social Change.

Requirements (36 Credit Hours)


  • Required Courses 24hrs
  • Domain Courses 9hrs
  • Project, or Internship, or Thesis 3hrs

Total 36 Hours