The concept of interdisciplinary studies is used in a variety of contexts. There is no single, widely accepted definition of the term. The meaning of the concept must be derived from the context in which it is used. In the case of the BAIS program in the College of HRSM, the concept of interdisciplinarity may be played out either in a single theme such as Environmental Studies or it may refer to the juxtaposition of two or more complementary disciplinary areas of concentration such as management, psychology and government.

The BAIS program is administered for the University by the College of Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management at the University of South Carolina - Columbia. Program representatives can be reached at 803.777.8155.