Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Transportation Management, Specialization in Urban Mobility Access

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Transportation Management

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

Academic unit

HBIU College of Business and Economics

Total credits

120

Duration

4 years

• Analyze complex urban transit systems using contemporary transportation management methodologies and quantitative data.
• Evaluate the socio-economic impacts of urban mobility policies on diverse community demographics.
• Design equitable transportation strategies that promote access for underserved populations.
• Apply principles of biblical stewardship and ethical reasoning to organizational decision-making and resource allocation.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders across government, corporate, and non-profit sectors.
• Demonstrate servant leadership by leading project teams toward socially responsible project outcomes.
• Integrate sustainable development practices into long-term transportation infrastructure planning.
• Course Outline
• Semester 1 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• ENG101
• Academic Writing and Research
• 3
• None
• MAT110
• Quantitative Reasoning for Business
• 3
• None
• PHI105
• Foundations of Professional Ethics
• 3
• None
• BUS101
• Introduction to Business Management
• 3
• None
• ENG101 — Academic Writing and Research: Fundamentals of critical reading, research, and technical composition for business contextsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MAT110 — Quantitative Reasoning for Business: Application of algebraic and statistical methods to business operations and project managementThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• PHI105 — Foundations of Professional Ethics: This course examines moral philosophy and decision-making frameworks within professional and public service contexts. Students analyze ethical dilemmas and the application of normative frameworks to complex societal issues. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS101 — Introduction to Business Management: Overview of organizational structures and the administrative functions essential for managementThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• Semester 2 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• COM120
• Professional Communication
• 3
• ENG101
• SOC150
• Urban Sociology
• 3
• None
• MGT150
• Principles of Logistics
• 4
• BUS101
• HIS200
• History of Transportation Systems
• 3
• None
• COM120 — Professional Communication: Development of verbal and written communication strategies for diverse organizational environmentsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• SOC150 — Urban Sociology: Introduction to the social dynamics, demographics, and cultural structures of urban environmentsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT150 — Principles of Logistics: Study of the movement of goods and people with emphasis on supply chain and transit networksThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• HIS200 — History of Transportation Systems: Analysis of the development of global transport networks and their impact on societal growthThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• Semester 3 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS210
• Economics of Public Policy
• 3
• MAT110
• MGT220
• Infrastructure Management
• 3
• MGT150
• PSY210
• Group Dynamics and Leadership
• 3
• None
• SOC220
• Sociology of Work and Career Development
• 3
• CHR105
• BUS210 — Economics of Public Policy: Introduction to economic theories governing public infrastructure and resource allocationThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT220 — Infrastructure Management: Best practices in maintaining public and private transportation facilities and assetsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• PSY210 — Group Dynamics and Leadership: Psychological principles of team interaction and leading within organizational settingsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• SOC220 — Sociology of Work and Career Development: This course explores the sociological dimensions of labor, professional roles, and the evolving nature of careers in the modern workforce. Students examine the structural and personal factors that influence professional identity and life-course transitions. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 4 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS250
• Data Analytics for Transit
• 4
• MAT110
• MGT280
• Urban Mobility Systems
• 3
• MGT150
• EDU205
• Introduction to Civic Engagement
• 3
• None
• RES200
• Research Methods in Social Sciences
• 3
• ENG101
• BUS250 — Data Analytics for Transit: Applying analytical software to evaluate traffic patterns and public transit efficiencyThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT280 — Urban Mobility Systems: Detailed study of transit modes including light rail, buses, and multimodal integrationThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• EDU205 — Introduction to Civic Engagement: Strategies for community involvement and fostering partnerships in public projectsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• RES200 — Research Methods in Social Sciences: Foundational training in qualitative and quantitative research designThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• Semester 5 — Year 3
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS310
• Organizational Stewardship
• 3
• BUS101
• MGT320
• Transit Accessibility and Equity
• 3
• SOC150
• MGT350
• Transportation Law and Regulation
• 3
• BUS101
• HUM305
• Ethical Leadership in Public Service
• 4
• CHR105
• BUS310 — Organizational Stewardship: Managing financial and physical resources with emphasis on accountability and transparencyThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT320 — Transit Accessibility and Equity: Examining access barriers and strategies for inclusive urban transit planningThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT350 — Transportation Law and Regulation: Study of policy frameworks governing safety and operations in the transport sectorThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• HUM305 — Ethical Leadership in Public Service: Case-based study of leaders facing complex moral decisions in public-facing rolesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• Semester 6 — Year 3
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS350
• Strategic Project Planning
• 3
• BUS101
• MGT380
• Sustainable Urban Mobility
• 3
• MGT280
• COM330
• Stakeholder Engagement and Mediation
• 3
• COM120
• MIN310
• Service Learning Practicum
• 3
• None
• BUS350 — Strategic Project Planning: Frameworks for planning, executing, and closing large-scale public or private projectsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT380 — Sustainable Urban Mobility: Development of low-impact transit solutions and environmentally friendly urban planningThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• COM330 — Stakeholder Engagement and Mediation: Techniques for conflict resolution and building community consensus in public projectsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MIN310 — Service Learning Practicum: Field-based engagement involving community assistance and social service projectsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• Semester 7 — Year 4
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS410
• Human Resource Management
• 3
• BUS101
• MGT420
• Public-Private Partnerships
• 3
• MGT350
• MGT450
• Advanced Transportation Modeling
• 4
• BUS250
• CAP400
• Senior Capstone I: Research and Design
• 3
• RES200
• BUS410 — Human Resource Management: Principles of recruitment, talent development, and managing diverse workforcesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT420 — Public-Private Partnerships: Analysis of contractual and operational relationships between government and private entitiesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT450 — Advanced Transportation Modeling: Senior-level technical course using predictive modeling to optimize transit performanceThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• CAP400 — Senior Capstone I: Research and Design: Initial design and literature review phase for the senior capstone projectThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• Semester 8 — Year 4
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS450
• Organizational Ethics and Culture
• 3
• HUM305
• MGT480
• Global Mobility Trends
• 3
• MGT380
• CAP490
• Senior Capstone II: Implementation and Defense
• 4
• CAP400
• BUS450
• Professionalism and Civic Responsibility
• 3
• THE220
• BUS450 — Organizational Ethics and Culture: In-depth study of shaping ethical cultures within high-pressure organizational settingsThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT480 — Global Mobility Trends: International perspective on smart cities and evolving urban transit technologiesThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• CAP490 — Senior Capstone II: Implementation and Defense: Execution, final analysis, and professional presentation of the capstone projectThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• BUS450 — Professionalism and Civic Responsibility: This capstone-style course focuses on the integration of ethical standards and civic duty within contemporary organizational practice. Students evaluate the social impact of professional conduct and their responsibilities toward community development. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Prospective students must hold a high school diploma or its equivalent with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants are required to submit an official transcript, a personal statement detailing their commitment to ethical service, and two letters of recommendation from academic or professional references. Meeting these criteria ensures that candidates are prepared for the rigorous academic demands and the reflective, community-oriented nature of the curriculum. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience for the Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Transportation Management. In this 4-credit, year-long endeavor, students must identify a specific, real-world urban mobility challenge—such as transit desert connectivity or sustainable infrastructure implementation—and propose a comprehensive, data-driven solution. Students are required to produce a formal research paper and a strategic implementation plan that accounts for budgetary, political, and social variables. The capstone provides a platform for students to synthesize the analytical skills acquired throughout the program with a deep reflection on their professional identity as faithful stewards of public and community resources. By addressing the needs of the marginalized and promoting justice within the transport sector, the project demands that students articulate a clear connection between their academic work and their commitment to servant leadership. Success is measured not only by the technical feasibility of the proposed solution but by the student’s ability to defend the ethical foundations of their project in a final presentation, demonstrating both professional readiness and maturity in their faith-informed worldviews.

• To qualify for the Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Transportation Management, students must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Graduation requires the successful passing of all major-specific and general education coursework, as well as a passing grade on the Senior Capstone Project. Beyond technical requirements, students must demonstrate a commitment to spiritual and character development through mandatory participation in departmental chapel services and the completion of 40 documented hours of community service. These requirements ensure that graduates emerge not only as competent transportation managers but as individuals characterized by integrity, a service-oriented mindset, and the capacity to lead with a profound sense of purpose and ethical devotion to the communities they serve.
• Career Opportunities
• Public Transit Agency Coordinator
• Urban Planning Policy Analyst
• Non-Profit Community Mobility Advocate
• Sustainable Logistics Operations Manager
• Government Transportation Project Lead
• Transportation Consulting Associate
• Community Development Liaison
• Important Notices
• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Transportation Management
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years
• General education | 36 credit hours
• Faith-Based Transportation Management core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
• Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Research | 3 | None
• MAT110 | Quantitative Reasoning for Business | 3 | None
• PHI105 | Foundations of Professional Ethics | 3 | None
• BUS101 | Introduction to Business Management | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COM120 | Professional Communication | 3 | ENG101
• SOC150 | Urban Sociology | 3 | None
• MGT150 | Principles of Logistics | 4 | BUS101
• HIS200 | History of Transportation Systems | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS210 | Economics of Public Policy | 3 | MAT110
• MGT220 | Infrastructure Management | 3 | MGT150
• PSY210 | Group Dynamics and Leadership | 3 | None
• SOC220 | Sociology of Work and Career Development | 3 | CHR105
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS250 | Data Analytics for Transit | 4 | MAT110
• MGT280 | Urban Mobility Systems | 3 | MGT150
• EDU205 | Introduction to Civic Engagement | 3 | None
• RES200 | Research Methods in Social Sciences | 3 | ENG101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS310 | Organizational Stewardship | 3 | BUS101
• MGT320 | Transit Accessibility and Equity | 3 | SOC150
• MGT350 | Transportation Law and Regulation | 3 | BUS101
• HUM305 | Ethical Leadership in Public Service | 4 | CHR105
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS350 | Strategic Project Planning | 3 | BUS101
• MGT380 | Sustainable Urban Mobility | 3 | MGT280
• COM330 | Stakeholder Engagement and Mediation | 3 | COM120
• MIN310 | Service Learning Practicum | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS410 | Human Resource Management | 3 | BUS101
• MGT420 | Public-Private Partnerships | 3 | MGT350
• MGT450 | Advanced Transportation Modeling | 4 | BUS250
• CAP400 | Senior Capstone I: Research and Design | 3 | RES200
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS450 | Organizational Ethics and Culture | 3 | HUM305
• MGT480 | Global Mobility Trends | 3 | MGT380
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone II: Implementation and Defense | 4 | CAP400
• BUS450 | Professionalism and Civic Responsibility | 3 | THE220