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Continuing Teacher Education ( Know More)
Earn the continuing education credits you need for potential recertification, endorsements or professional growth in the most efficient and convenient way possible—via the Internet. These courses are graduate level and based on semester hours.
With University of Phoenix continuing teacher education courses, you can complete 100 percent of your education via the Internet. All interaction is conducted through electronic forums, so you can participate any time you want, day or night. You will be required to participate at least four days a week, but you choose the days. You go online to retrieve course materials, questions and assignments from your instructor then review this material at your convenience.
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Human Resource Management (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Certificate Program in Human Resource Management addresses issues that the human resource employee faces daily, from legal matters to staff recruitment and development. This program series is designed for those who have functional responsibility to carry out the duties of an organization's human resource department; seasoned human resource staff members wishing to keep current; newcomers to the field requiring new knowledge and skills; or specialists wanting to broaden their knowledge. Major topic areas that are covered include the role of human resources; employment practices; employment law; compensation; benefits, safety, and health; and employee development. Students acquire knowledge and skills that are essential in order to face the challenges of the human resource profession.
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Project Management (Certificate) ( Know More)
Project management is becoming a leading career choice for professionals who manage and implement projects and systems changes within an organization. To accommodate this emerging career path, the University of Phoenix provides a comprehensive project management program that equips professionals with the skills necessary to manage projects of varying sizes and degrees of complexity through successful team and project leadership.
The courses are designed to provide outcomes that translate into improved performance. Course instructors are also practitioners in the field who integrate real-world experiences. Their experiences, combined with theoretical knowledge and Microsoft® Project software instruction, provide thorough expertise in this complex field. The program curriculum will help prepare students for the nationally-recognized Project Manager Professional (PMP) certifying examination granted by the Project Management Institute.
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Nursing/Health Care Education (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Nursing/Health Care Education certificate is designed for health care and nursing professionals interested in pursuing careers in educational or service settings. Current educators can update or expand their knowledge in curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, and revitalize their teaching and learning strategies. Combining your current professional expertise with the knowledge of teaching and learning strategies, assessment and evaluation and curriculum, and program design will expand and enhance your role as a health care educator.
Content can be applied to patient teaching, continuing education or in-service education, community health education, as well as to the role and delivery of academic education. The certificate program is open to post baccalaureate students and these graduate level credits will also apply toward the completion of a graduate degree in Nursing. Coursework will provide a foundation of knowledge for the novice educator, as well as providing current faculty with new applications and practical skills.
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Nursing/Health Care Education (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Nursing/Health Care Education certificate is designed for health care and nursing professionals interested in pursuing careers in educational or service settings. Current educators can update or expand their knowledge in curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, and revitalize their teaching and learning strategies. Combining your current professional expertise with the knowledge of teaching and learning strategies, assessment and evaluation and curriculum, and program design will expand and enhance your role as a health care educator.
Content can be applied to patient teaching, continuing education or in-service education, community health education, as well as to the role and delivery of academic education. The certificate program is open to post baccalaureate students and these graduate level credits will also apply toward the completion of a graduate degree in Nursing. Coursework will provide a foundation of knowledge for the novice educator, as well as providing current faculty with new applications and practical skills.
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Nursing/Health Care Education (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Nursing/Health Care Education certificate is designed for health care and nursing professionals interested in pursuing careers in educational or service settings. Current educators can update or expand their knowledge in curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, and revitalize their teaching and learning strategies. Combining your current professional expertise with the knowledge of teaching and learning strategies, assessment and evaluation and curriculum, and program design will expand and enhance your role as a health care educator.
Content can be applied to patient teaching, continuing education or in-service education, community health education, as well as to the role and delivery of academic education. The certificate program is open to post baccalaureate students and these graduate level credits will also apply toward the completion of a graduate degree in Nursing. Coursework will provide a foundation of knowledge for the novice educator, as well as providing current faculty with new applications and practical skills.
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Visual Communication (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Visual Communication Certificate is available to undergraduate students not enrolled in the BSIT program who wish to expand their technical knowledge using software tools for Visual Communication. Students enrolling in the Visual Communication Certificate will learn the graphic design and technology tools to create visual communications that are relevant to organizations. Students in the Visual Communication Certificate will develop a diverse portfolio of rich media that can be used in Web sites, advertising, corporate reports, business presentations, instructional materials, animated movies and electronic publications that fulfill business and training needs.
Courses include Computers and Information Processing, Image Editing, Web Design, Electronic Publishing, Instructional Design and Multimedia Development.
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Visual Communication (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Visual Communication Certificate is available to undergraduate students not enrolled in the BSIT program who wish to expand their technical knowledge using software tools for Visual Communication. Students enrolling in the Visual Communication Certificate will learn the graphic design and technology tools to create visual communications that are relevant to organizations. Students in the Visual Communication Certificate will develop a diverse portfolio of rich media that can be used in Web sites, advertising, corporate reports, business presentations, instructional materials, animated movies and electronic publications that fulfill business and training needs.
Courses include Computers and Information Processing, Image Editing, Web Design, Electronic Publishing, Instructional Design and Multimedia Development.
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Gerontology Health Care (Certificate) ( Know More)
This is a new certificate that is available to anyone looking to increase their understanding of Gerontology. The changing demographics of the population requiring gerontology health care services are growing at a rapid rate with the Baby Boomers entering retirement age. Career potential is enhanced by the students' work experience and their application of education within the certificate.
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Gerontology Health Care (Certificate) ( Know More)
This is a new certificate that is available to anyone looking to increase their understanding of Gerontology. The changing demographics of the population requiring gerontology health care services are growing at a rapid rate with the Baby Boomers entering retirement age. Career potential is enhanced by the students' work experience and their application of education within the certificate.
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Graduate Human Resources Management (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Graduate Certificate Program in Human Resources Management was created in response to the important role of human resources (HR) management in any organization. This certificate program has been designed for experience human resources professionals who seek to expand competencies within this field. This certificate program trains the student to become a full-service generalist who can provide leading-edge solutions in all facets of HR functionality, from benefits design and administration to employee and labor relations, training, and educational development of employees, and leadership in change management for the entire business organization.
Students who complete the Graduate Human Resources Management Certificate Program will acquire the skills and knowledge used by directors of human resources, employee relations managers, EEO officers, and compensation and benefits managers. Today's human resources managers consult top executives regarding strategic planning. They have moved from behind-the-scenes staff work to leading organizations in suggesting and changing human resources policies. Senior management is recognizing the importance of the human resources department to their bottom line.
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Graduate Marketing (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Graduate Marketing Certificate Program has been developed in response to the important role played by marketing managers within an organization, particularly as organizations diversify to capitalize upon Internet opportunities to expand their markets. This program is designed for students who are new to the field of marketing and want to learn about the fundamentals of marketing and for those who already work within a marketing department, but seek to broaden their knowledge of the marketing concepts and how to apply them. Students will be introduced to the marketing theories and principles that frame a wide range of issues and challenges faced by today's marketer. Students will have opportunities to practice making decisions to solve a wide range of problems by applying these marketing theories and principles.
Students who complete the Graduate Marketing Certificate Program will acquire the skills and knowledge used by promotion managers, marketing managers, and public relations managers.
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Health Care Informatics (Certificate) ( Know More)
Regardless of which health care program you pursue, you will learn from faculty members with substantial experience in the health care field. These faculty members focus on facilitating instruction rather than providing passive lectures. They are dedicated to providing a quality education and helping you achieve your educational goals.
The Certificate in Health Care Informatics is designed for health care and nurse professionals interested in pursuing or advancing in careers associated with health care informatics and technology. Individuals with little or no background in Informatics receive an overview of informatics as it relates to delivery within a health care facility. The program is designed to provide the learner with current knowledge in concepts of health care informatics, systems life cycle, and data management. The 10 credit-bearing specialization is available as a certificate program for postbaccalaureate students. The four courses in the informatics specialization certificate program are available at campuses offering nursing or health care degree programs using a variety of delivery methods.
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Information Systems Security (Certificate) ( Know More)
Technology programs at University of Phoenix are designed to prepare students with the competencies and skills needed to function effectively in the information technology arena. Students can explore specific technology areas while learning to address real-world business opportunities and challenges. Our bachelor's and master's degree programs focus on the application of information technology in business and have several primary content areas including business systems, programming, database and networking technologies, web multimedia and visual communication.
The Information Systems Security Certificate is available to undergraduate students not enrolled in the BSIT program who wish to expand their technical knowledge using software tools for Information Systems Security.
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Graduate Accounting (Certificate) ( Know More)
The Graduate Accounting Certificate Program has been designed to develop or enhance the accounting and financial management skills necessary to function effectively within private businesses, non-profit organizations, and public agencies. This program also has been designed for people who seek to develop and apply their skills in the areas of auditing, taxation, information systems, and financial analysis, among other subjects. The program concentrates on managing fiscal resources within the structure, culture, and mission of any organization.
Students who complete the Accounting Certificate Program will acquire the skills and knowledge used by budget analysts, accountants, and auditors. For example, budget analysts have many responsibilities in their organizations, such as providing advice and technical assistance in the preparation of annual budgets and examining budget estimates or proposals for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with established procedures, regulations, and organizational objectives.
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Early Childhood Education Endorsement (Certificate) ( Know More)
*Bachelor's Degree Required*
This endorsement program is designed for already certified/licensed elementary and/or special education teachers who wish to teach in early childhood settings (birth-grade 3). The curriculum is based on state and national standards for early childhood education. It includes theories of early childhood growth and development, the significance of family and cultural diversity for learning, the use of developmentally appropriate practices, assessment techniques, and technology to promote learning. Coursework, field experiences, and required student teaching will provide teachers with the skills and knowledge necessary to be effective early childhood educators. (34 credits)
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California Teachers of English Learners (Certificate) ( Know More)
This certificate program is aligned directly to the Candidate Competency Standards and the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for California Teachers of English Learners (CTEL). The curriculum is designed around the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for California Teachers of English Learners (CTEL), and provides candidates with a depth of knowledge regarding current research-based theories and research in the specialized instruction of English language development (ELD).
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Information Technology/Database Development (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts with a concentration in Information Technology/Database Development offers coursework covering the installation and programming of database applications in the business environment. The development of queries and reports from a database are addressed in this program as well as the backup, recovery, and security of databases.
Nine weeks in length, Axia College courses are offered in pairs, or "blocks," designed to complement each other. In these courses, emphasis alternates weekly between reading and online discussion one week and a work project the next.
The completion of an Associate of Arts degree represents an important milestone for many students as they pursue their educational goals.
*Program availability is based upon student demand. Some programs may not commence until there is sufficient enrollment.
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Information Technology/Database Development (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts with a concentration in Information Technology/Database Development offers coursework covering the installation and programming of database applications in the business environment. The development of queries and reports from a database are addressed in this program as well as the backup, recovery, and security of databases.
Nine weeks in length, Axia College courses are offered in pairs, or "blocks," designed to complement each other. In these courses, emphasis alternates weekly between reading and online discussion one week and a work project the next.
The completion of an Associate of Arts degree represents an important milestone for many students as they pursue their educational goals.
*Program availability is based upon student demand. Some programs may not commence until there is sufficient enrollment.
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Information Technology/Web Design (Associate's) ( Know More)
Axia College of University of Phoenix offers Associates of Arts degrees in a broad range of content areas. The 60-credit curriculum provides a foundation and overview within the academic disciplines of communication arts, social sciences, mathematics, life sciences, and the humanities. Instruction focuses on the development of student skills in writing, critical thinking, and information utilization, as well as foundational competencies in the selected concentration. The completion of an Associate of Arts degree represents an important milestone for many students as they pursue their educational goals.
The Associate of Arts Degree with a concentration in Information Technology/Web Design focuses on the application of web authoring tools, HTML, programming language, and web standards to design and implement websites for a variety of business applications.
Nine weeks in length, Axia College courses are offered in pairs, or "blocks," designed to complement each other. In these courses, emphasis alternates weekly between reading and online discussion one week and a work project the next.
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Information Technology/Programming (Associate's) ( Know More)
Axia College of University of Phoenix offers Associates of Arts degrees in a broad range of content areas. The 60-credit curriculum provides a foundation and overview within the academic disciplines of communication arts, social sciences, mathematics, life sciences, and the humanities. Instruction focuses on the development of student skills in writing, critical thinking, and information utilization, as well as foundational competencies in the selected concentration. The completion of an Associate of Arts degree represents an important milestone for many students as they pursue their educational goals.
A concentration in Programming offers coursework covering programming logic fundamentals and experience in several programming languages to develop basic skills for web and computer programming.
Nine weeks in length, Axia College courses are offered in pairs, or "blocks," designed to complement each other. In these courses, emphasis alternates weekly between reading and online discussion one week and a work project the next.
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Foundation of Business (Associate's) ( Know More)
Axia College of University of Phoenix offers Associates of Arts degrees in a broad range of content areas. The 60-credit curriculum provides a foundation and overview within the academic disciplines of communication arts, social sciences, mathematics, life sciences, and the humanities. Instruction focuses on the development of student skills in writing, critical thinking, and information utilization, as well as foundational competencies in the selected concentration. The completion of an Associate of Arts degree represents an important milestone for many students as they pursue their educational goals.
The Foundations of Business Concentration focuses on the topics of business, global business, accounting, economics, finance, and marketing. In this program, students will explore fundamental business principles and learn to apply problem-solving strategies to real-life scenarios. Students will also discuss the effects of culture and ethics in current global and domestic business environments. Some course activities include SWOT analysis, examination of the supply and demand curve, a review of the relationship between marketing and sales, and implementation of basic financial planning techniques.
Nine weeks in length, Axia College courses are offered in pairs, or "blocks," designed to complement each other. In these courses, emphasis alternates weekly between reading and online discussion one week and a work project the next.
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Elementary Education (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Elementary Education degree program addresses major topics that impact instruction—such as the historical and philosophical contexts of contemporary education, diversity in the classroom and the exceptional learner. Students are required to apply writing and problem-solving skills to evaluate topics covered through written assignments, discussion and debate. Where available, this program prepares students for transition into the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at University of Phoenix.
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Financial Services (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts degree in Financial Services is designed to emphasize the development of skills, knowledge and attributes that can be found in the financial services industry, including accounting, banking, financial planning, investment and insurance. Students investigate money management, accounting procedures, financial transactions, regulatory issues and customer service in commercial and consumer arenas.
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Medical Records (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration with an emphasis on Medical Records lays a foundation for further study in health care at the bachelor's degree level. Topics focus on medical terminology related to disease diagnosis and treatment, patient information management and medical claims processing. Software instruction synthesizes a variety of records processes common in medical facilities.
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Medical Records (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration with an emphasis on Medical Records lays a foundation for further study in health care at the bachelor's degree level. Topics focus on medical terminology related to disease diagnosis and treatment, patient information management and medical claims processing. Software instruction synthesizes a variety of records processes common in medical facilities.
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Hospitality, Travel and Tourism (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism degree program provides content and practical application in an array of foodservice, lodging management and tourism settings. The concentration courses emphasize the leadership competencies and knowledge that comprise the foundation of management practices valued in today's hospitality industry. Successful completion of this associate's degree will help prepare students for further study in related programs at the bachelor's degree level.
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Hospitality, Travel and Tourism (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism degree program provides content and practical application in an array of foodservice, lodging management and tourism settings. The concentration courses emphasize the leadership competencies and knowledge that comprise the foundation of management practices valued in today's hospitality industry. Successful completion of this associate's degree will help prepare students for further study in related programs at the bachelor's degree level.
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Sport Management (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Sport Management degree program lays a foundation for further study in sport and recreation management. The concentration courses focus on developing knowledge, skills and attributes in areas such as management and leadership, ethics, budgeting and finance, communications marketing and social-cultural factors—all within a sport-related adaptation.
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Psychology (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Psychology degree focuses on positive psychology, theories of personality, human sexuality, the physiological and neurological basis of human behavior, psychological disorders and social interactions. Students analyze the interrelationship of fundamental theories and how they define and explain human behavior, development and abnormalities. Students also evaluate the robustness of various psychometrics, develop their own theories, and assess the impact of cognition on physical and mental health. The courses in this program do not have a clinical emphasis and do not lead to professional licensure.
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Health Care Administration (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration focuses on health care organizations, the roles of health care workers, public policy, information technology, financial management, and regulatory and ethical issues of health care. In this degree program, students will examine current strengths, weaknesses and challenges of the U.S. health care system.
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Communications (Associate's) ( Know More)
Students enrolled in the Associate of Arts in Communications degree program will develop a foundation for understanding and practicing the effective exchange of information, ranging from interpersonal and small group communications, to public speaking and mass media. Courses include “win-win” communications processes, problem-solving information strategies, and news presentations for print, web and broadcast delivery.
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Paraprofessional Education (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Paraprofessional Education degree program addresses major topics that impact instruction. Students learn historical and philosophical contexts for contemporary educational approaches, child development and the tasks one might encounter in a classroom setting. Upon graduation, students will be conversant with the values and terminology of the field.
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Information Technology/Networking (Associate's) ( Know More)
The Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Networking degree program offers a functional overview of information systems and the analysis, design and security of modern computer networks. Concentration courses emphasize Local Area Networks, Wireless Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks and network security. In this degree program, students will be able to simulate network administration tasks through remote access to real hardware and software commonly used in the IT industry.
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Health Information Systems (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today's health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to health care services. Additionally, the Health Information Systems concentration provides insight into the current world of health information systems.
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Organizational Security and Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Security and Management degree is designed to address an increasing national and international need for greater technical competence and professionalism in the security industry. The distinctions between the roles of criminal justice agencies and private security organizations are recognized and the degree program provides the required knowledge for a student to develop competency and management skills in organizational security.
While the program includes courses in Terrorism and Homeland Security, it also recognizes the depth and breadth of the discipline and provides a variety of courses designed to expose students to the entire spectrum of the security profession.
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Information Systems Security (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) program is focused on the acquisition of theory and technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses provide fundamental knowledge and application in both the information systems function and in system development.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Information System Security (BSIT/ISS) program provides the knowledge to successfully apply information technology theory and principles to address real world business opportunities and challenges. Under the guidance of practitioner faculty, the student uses innovative digital materials to develop competencies to apply: Systems Analysis and Design, Computer Programming, Database Development, Network Technologies, Information Systems Security, Web Technologies and Project Planning. This program's specialization, Information Systems Security, concentrates on the concepts and principles of securing and protecting the information assets of the organization. The curriculum is designed to produce graduates ready to function in information technology positions with the competencies, skills, and attitudes necessary for success in the workplace. It forms the basis for continued career growth, life-long learning as an IT professional, or a future graduate program.
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Information Systems Security (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) program is focused on the acquisition of theory and technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses provide fundamental knowledge and application in both the information systems function and in system development.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Information System Security (BSIT/ISS) program provides the knowledge to successfully apply information technology theory and principles to address real world business opportunities and challenges. Under the guidance of practitioner faculty, the student uses innovative digital materials to develop competencies to apply: Systems Analysis and Design, Computer Programming, Database Development, Network Technologies, Information Systems Security, Web Technologies and Project Planning. This program's specialization, Information Systems Security, concentrates on the concepts and principles of securing and protecting the information assets of the organization. The curriculum is designed to produce graduates ready to function in information technology positions with the competencies, skills, and attitudes necessary for success in the workplace. It forms the basis for continued career growth, life-long learning as an IT professional, or a future graduate program.
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Health Admin/Long Term Care (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration/Long Term Care (BSHA/LTC) Degree Program is designed to integrate a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the expertise that prepares graduates for management positions in long-term care facilities. The BSHA/LTC addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding and skills identified as relevant to health care services. The program delves into such topics as structure and positioning of health organizations; financial management under alternative financing mechanisms; leadership; interpersonal and communication skills in diverse organizational environments; managing and using business and health information in decision-making; statistical, quantitative, and economic analysis; law and ethics; health policy utilization; health status of populations; health systems in diverse communities; and outcomes measurement and related methods for process improvement in health organizations.
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Business Communications (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Communications promotes the knowledge and skills needed for effective communication within the business environment. The curriculum emphasizes professional competencies and values in such areas as public relations, communications theory, communication law and ethics, mass communication, media and advertising, and electronic publishing.
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Global Business Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Global Business Management examines the dynamic nature of global business realities. Emphasizing fundamental principles and practices of conducting global business activities, the curriculum within this concentration includes international marketing, international trade and investment, global finance, global human resource management and global value-chain management.
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Hospitality Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Hospitality Management develops students' knowledge and skills in lodging management, food and beverage operations management, facilities management, and events and recreation planning. Students learn about the impact of travel and tourism while examining hospitality issues and trends, e-business implications and operational structures.
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Hospitality Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Hospitality Management develops students' knowledge and skills in lodging management, food and beverage operations management, facilities management, and events and recreation planning. Students learn about the impact of travel and tourism while examining hospitality issues and trends, e-business implications and operational structures.
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Supply Chain and Operations Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Integrated Supply Chain and Operations Management highlights the important role a supply chain plays in satisfying customer demands and expectations. This concentration's coursework focuses on strategic performance improvement of all business planning, global sourcing and procurement, production, and logistical activities that make up an organization's supply chain.
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Supply Chain and Operations Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Integrated Supply Chain and Operations Management highlights the important role a supply chain plays in satisfying customer demands and expectations. This concentration's coursework focuses on strategic performance improvement of all business planning, global sourcing and procurement, production, and logistical activities that make up an organization's supply chain.
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Multimedia and Visual Communications (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The BSIT focuses on the analysis, design and development of information technology within the context of business systems. This program's specialization, Visual Communication, concentrates on the design and development of digital media presentations.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Multimedia and Visual Communication uses graphic design and technology tools to create visual communications that are relevant to organizations. As a result, the BSIT/MVC graduate possesses a diverse portfolio including Web sites, rich media advertising, corporate reports, business presentations, instructional materials, animated movies and electronic publications that fulfill business and training needs. This portfolio positions the BSIT/MVC graduate as someone, with a technology background, who is prepared to have an immediate positive impact in a business or training setting.
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Multimedia and Visual Communications (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The BSIT focuses on the analysis, design and development of information technology within the context of business systems. This program's specialization, Visual Communication, concentrates on the design and development of digital media presentations.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Multimedia and Visual Communication uses graphic design and technology tools to create visual communications that are relevant to organizations. As a result, the BSIT/MVC graduate possesses a diverse portfolio including Web sites, rich media advertising, corporate reports, business presentations, instructional materials, animated movies and electronic publications that fulfill business and training needs. This portfolio positions the BSIT/MVC graduate as someone, with a technology background, who is prepared to have an immediate positive impact in a business or training setting.
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Multimedia and Visual Communications (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The BSIT focuses on the analysis, design and development of information technology within the context of business systems. This program's specialization, Visual Communication, concentrates on the design and development of digital media presentations.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Multimedia and Visual Communication uses graphic design and technology tools to create visual communications that are relevant to organizations. As a result, the BSIT/MVC graduate possesses a diverse portfolio including Web sites, rich media advertising, corporate reports, business presentations, instructional materials, animated movies and electronic publications that fulfill business and training needs. This portfolio positions the BSIT/MVC graduate as someone, with a technology background, who is prepared to have an immediate positive impact in a business or training setting.
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Retail Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Retail Management focuses the student on the retail management environment, from the beginning to the end of the retail value chain. The concentration courses in this program emphasize skill development in strategic management, marketing, supply management, product and brand management, retail operations, merchandising, and personnel management unique to the retail industry.
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Retail Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Retail Management focuses the student on the retail management environment, from the beginning to the end of the retail value chain. The concentration courses in this program emphasize skill development in strategic management, marketing, supply management, product and brand management, retail operations, merchandising, and personnel management unique to the retail industry.
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Public Administration (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Public Administration focuses on the efficient and effective utilization of public resources to achieve the public purpose within a dynamic environment. The curriculum within this concentration emphasizes the foundations of public administration, public policy formulation, program development, implementation and valuation, human resources and labor relations and public finance.
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Information Systems (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Information Systems focuses on the role and implementation of information systems in today's business environment. Students learn the fundamentals of business systems development and project planning and implementation, as well as concepts in software programming, database analysis and design and telecommunication systems.
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Information Systems (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Information Systems focuses on the role and implementation of information systems in today's business environment. Students learn the fundamentals of business systems development and project planning and implementation, as well as concepts in software programming, database analysis and design and telecommunication systems.
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Accounting (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business degree program with a concentration in Accounting promotes identification with and orientation to the accounting profession. Core competencies in technology, critical thinking, and communication are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Students also have broad exposure to varied business disciplines, including management, organizational behavior, economics, statistics and finance.
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Business Administration (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Administration is designed to enable graduates to deal effectively with an increasingly complex business environment. The concentration courses stress skill development in the areas of management, decision making, accounting and finance, quantitative analysis, economics, marketing, and utilization of research findings.
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Criminal Justice Administration (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration degree program focuses on management and leadership within criminal justice and related professions, maintaining a dual emphasis on the study of crime and justice in American society. The goals and essential components of the American criminal justice system are examined, with emphasis on law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. The program also focuses on current and future trends, research methodology, and the juvenile justice system.
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Business Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Management focuses on managing human and fiscal resources within the structure, culture and mission of any organization. The curriculum stresses skill development in the areas of critical thinking and decision making, organizational behavior, global business strategies, quality management and productivity, human resource management, and employment law.
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Finance (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Finance emphasizes financial concepts, theories, and practices to promote well-informed financial decision making. Coursework within this concentration examines the areas of risk management, business law, global finance, and investment analysis and portfolio management. Students integrate advanced topics in financial management through real-world business application.
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Health Administration (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today's health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to health care services.
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Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Management degree program is designed to develop students' professional knowledge and skills for improving organizational effectiveness. The concentration courses in this program emphasize an understanding of the skills necessary to manage human and fiscal resources within the structure, culture and mission of any organization.
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Software Engineering (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The BSIT focuses on the analysis, design and development of information technology within the context of business systems. This program's specialization, Visual Communication, concentrates on the design and development of digital media presentations.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Software Engineering (BSIT/SE) program provides the knowledge to successfully apply information technology theory and principles to address real world business opportunities and challenges. Under the guidance of practitioner faculty, the student uses innovative digital materials to develop competencies to apply: Systems Analysis and Design, Computer Programming, Database Development, Network Technologies, Information Systems Security, Web Technologies and Project Planning. This program's specialization, Software Engineering, concentrates on principles of software application development. The curriculum is designed to produce graduates ready to function in information technology positions with the competencies, skills, and attitudes necessary for success in the workplace. It forms the basis for continued career growth, life-long learning as an IT professional, or a future graduate program.
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Organizational Innovation (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Organizational Innovation encourages students to bridge the gap between traditional business thinking and an innovative, design-focused philosophy. In this concentration, students learn to apply design principles, innovative practices, and creativity to develop business processes, strategies, services and products.
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e-Business (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in e-Business focuses on the theory, skills and values associated with a business environment that increasingly depends on Internet technology. Students learn the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively integrate e-business tools, models, and best practices within various types of organizations.
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e-Business (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in e-Business focuses on the theory, skills and values associated with a business environment that increasingly depends on Internet technology. Students learn the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively integrate e-business tools, models, and best practices within various types of organizations.
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Marketing (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Marketing is designed to develop students' creative, analytical and leadership skills. Coursework within this concentration examines sales management, buyer behavior, advertising, market research, and marketing to the international arena. Students learn to identify customers and customer needs, communicate product and service information, and develop and use marketing strategies.
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Elementary Education (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Teacher Education degree program prepares candidates for teacher licensure at the elementary level.* Through student teaching and coursework that focuses on classroom management, models and theories of instruction, legal and ethical issues in education, and professional development, students develop the skills and knowledge needed to become competent and effective educators.
*Each student/applicant is responsible for checking with his or her state Department of Education and/or school district to determine specific credentialing requirements.
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RN to BSN (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of registered nurses. The curriculum is built upon a foundation of biological, physical, and social sciences which contribute to the science of nursing. The liberal arts components enhance the development of the intellectual, social, and cultural aspects of the professional nurse.
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RN to BSN (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of registered nurses. The curriculum is built upon a foundation of biological, physical, and social sciences which contribute to the science of nursing. The liberal arts components enhance the development of the intellectual, social, and cultural aspects of the professional nurse.
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RN to BSN (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, is designed to develop the professional knowledge and skills of registered nurses. The curriculum is built upon a foundation of biological, physical, and social sciences which contribute to the science of nursing. The liberal arts components enhance the development of the intellectual, social, and cultural aspects of the professional nurse.
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Marketing & Sales Communication (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Communication (BS/COM) degree program is designed to develop knowledge and skills for effective communication. The program was created specifically to build upon personal and professional communication experiences. The BS/COM degree enhances the communication skills necessary for the development of professional competence and values; critical thinking and problem solving; information utilization; and collaboration.
The curriculum focuses on the development of core communication competencies. It emphasizes theory and application in the domains of interpersonal, small group, organizational, and mass communication. Specific areas of focus include business communication, diversity, intercultural communication, conflict resolution, legal and ethical issues, media and culture, and future trends in communication technology.
The concentration of Marketing and Sales Communications focuses on the science of humanistic interaction in marketing and sales. Emphasis is placed on understanding the psychology of behavior, and the impact that it has on marketing communication tools and strategies. The ethical responsibility associated with customer message management is also emphasized throughout the program.
These courses fulfill only part of the 120-minimum-credit requirement for degree completion (124 for Kansas students).
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Marketing & Sales Communication (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Communication (BS/COM) degree program is designed to develop knowledge and skills for effective communication. The program was created specifically to build upon personal and professional communication experiences. The BS/COM degree enhances the communication skills necessary for the development of professional competence and values; critical thinking and problem solving; information utilization; and collaboration.
The curriculum focuses on the development of core communication competencies. It emphasizes theory and application in the domains of interpersonal, small group, organizational, and mass communication. Specific areas of focus include business communication, diversity, intercultural communication, conflict resolution, legal and ethical issues, media and culture, and future trends in communication technology.
The concentration of Marketing and Sales Communications focuses on the science of humanistic interaction in marketing and sales. Emphasis is placed on understanding the psychology of behavior, and the impact that it has on marketing communication tools and strategies. The ethical responsibility associated with customer message management is also emphasized throughout the program.
These courses fulfill only part of the 120-minimum-credit requirement for degree completion (124 for Kansas students).
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Communication/Communication and Technology (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Communication (BS/COM) degree program is designed to develop knowledge and skills for effective communication in a variety of public and private work environments. The program was created specifically to build upon personal and professional communication experiences. The BS/COM degree enhances the communication skills necessary for the development of professional competence and values; critical thinking and problem solving; information utilization; and collaboration.
The curriculum focuses on the development of core communication competencies. It emphasizes theory and application in the domains of interpersonal, small group, organizational, and mass communication. Specific areas of focus include business communication, diversity, intercultural communication, conflict resolution, legal and ethical issues, media and culture, and future trends in communication technology.
The concentration in Communication and Technology focuses on the enhancement of communication through technology, and offers the student an opportunity to explore creative communication solutions through Web sites, electronic publishing, image editing and multimedia development.
These courses fulfill only part of the 120-minimum-credit requirement for degree completion (124 for Kansas students).
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Human Resource Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB) undergraduate degree program is designed to prepare graduates with the requisite knowledge, skills, and values to effectively apply various business principles and tools in an organizational setting. The BSB foundation is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical application, while examining the areas of accounting, critical thinking and decision-making, finance, business law, management, marketing, research and evaluation, and technology.
Students are required to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the undergraduate business curricula through an integrated topics course. Special emphasis is placed on critical business threads throughout the program, which include: globalization, innovation, ethics, technology, diversity, collaboration, and e-business. The Human Resource Management Concentration helps students develop an understanding of the fundamentals of human resource management and its strategic relevance in business. The concentration addresses the legal and ethical components of the decision making process involved in the human resources environment.
The Human Resource Management Concentration introduces students to the basic concepts of human resource management, and allows further study in the areas of employment law, risk management, recruitment and selection of employees, international HR, change management, compensation and benefits, employee development, and performance management. Students will also develop an understanding of the critical business implications for human resource professionals today and in the future.
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Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB) undergraduate degree program is designed to prepare graduates with the requisite knowledge, skills, and values to effectively apply various business principles and tools in an organizational setting. The BSB foundation is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical application, while examining the areas of accounting, critical thinking and decision-making, finance, business law, management, marketing, organizational behavior, research and evaluation, and technology.
Students are required to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the undergraduate business curricula through an integrated topics course. The Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship concentration provides students with a course framework built around small business planning, financial management, and integrated business topics on entrepreneurship and small business management. Within the concentration, students can elect to study advanced concepts in small business marketing, leadership, family business management, operations management, and business law for entrepreneurs. They may also elect to explore in more depth either small business management or entrepreneurship studies as a function of their concentration electives. Students graduating with the Small Business/Entrepreneurship concentration will be prepared to address the challenges and opportunities specific to small business management and entrepreneurship.
In the Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship concentration, 18 credit hours are required. Students must successfully complete four required courses: MGT/300 Survey of Small Business and Entrepreneurship Management, MGT401 The Small Business: Structure, Planning, Funding, MGT/418 Evaluating New Business Opportunities, and MGT/465 Small Business and Entrepreneurial Planning. Students must also complete two additional business elective courses (6-credit hours) within the Small Business/Entrepreneurship concentration. Select courses have prerequisite requirements. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120 (124 for Kansas) semester-credit minimums required for completion of the degree.
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Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB) undergraduate degree program is designed to prepare graduates with the requisite knowledge, skills, and values to effectively apply various business principles and tools in an organizational setting. The BSB foundation is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical application, while examining the areas of accounting, critical thinking and decision-making, finance, business law, management, marketing, organizational behavior, research and evaluation, and technology.
Students are required to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the undergraduate business curricula through an integrated topics course. The Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship concentration provides students with a course framework built around small business planning, financial management, and integrated business topics on entrepreneurship and small business management. Within the concentration, students can elect to study advanced concepts in small business marketing, leadership, family business management, operations management, and business law for entrepreneurs. They may also elect to explore in more depth either small business management or entrepreneurship studies as a function of their concentration electives. Students graduating with the Small Business/Entrepreneurship concentration will be prepared to address the challenges and opportunities specific to small business management and entrepreneurship.
In the Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship concentration, 18 credit hours are required. Students must successfully complete four required courses: MGT/300 Survey of Small Business and Entrepreneurship Management, MGT401 The Small Business: Structure, Planning, Funding, MGT/418 Evaluating New Business Opportunities, and MGT/465 Small Business and Entrepreneurial Planning. Students must also complete two additional business elective courses (6-credit hours) within the Small Business/Entrepreneurship concentration. Select courses have prerequisite requirements. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120 (124 for Kansas) semester-credit minimums required for completion of the degree.
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Green and Sustainable Enterprise Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB) undergraduate degree program is designed to prepare graduates with the requisite knowledge, skills, and values to effectively apply various business principles and tools in an organizational setting. The BSB foundation is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical application, while examining the areas of accounting, critical thinking and decision-making, finance, business law, management, marketing, organizational behavior, research and evaluation, and technology. Students are required to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the undergraduate business curricula through an integrated topics course. The Green and Sustainable Enterprise Management concentration will prepare students for management careers based on sustainable business practices. The program emphasizes the development of skills in operating standards, enterprise planning, social responsibility, sustainable management techniques. Upon completion of this program students will possess the knowledge and skills needed to manage business enterprises for a sustainable future.
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Web Development (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program is focused on the acquisition of theory and application of technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses prepare students with fundamental knowledge in core technologies, such as systems analysis and design; programming; database design; network architecture and administration;Web technologies; and application development, implementation, and maintenance.
This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum(124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 48 upper division credits required for completion of the degree. At the time of enrollment, students must choose a concentration.
At the time of enrollment, students must select a concentration. Concentrations are available in the following areas of study:
-Business Systems Analysis
-Information Systems Security
-Multimedia and Visual Communication
-Networking and Telecommunications
-Software Engineering
-Web Development
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Web Development (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program is focused on the acquisition of theory and application of technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses prepare students with fundamental knowledge in core technologies, such as systems analysis and design; programming; database design; network architecture and administration;Web technologies; and application development, implementation, and maintenance.
This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum(124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 48 upper division credits required for completion of the degree. At the time of enrollment, students must choose a concentration.
At the time of enrollment, students must select a concentration. Concentrations are available in the following areas of study:
-Business Systems Analysis
-Information Systems Security
-Multimedia and Visual Communication
-Networking and Telecommunications
-Software Engineering
-Web Development
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Information Technology/Database Administration (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
This concentration focuses on the installation, development and administration of database applications in the business environment. The administration and development of database applications is examined from desktop databases to the enterprise level application of database technology.
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Information Technology/Database Administration (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
This concentration focuses on the installation, development and administration of database applications in the business environment. The administration and development of database applications is examined from desktop databases to the enterprise level application of database technology.
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Communication/Culture and Communication (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Communication (BS/COM) degree program is designed to develop knowledge and skills for effective communication in a variety of public and private work environments. The program was created specifically to build upon personal and professional communication experiences. The BS/COM degree enhances the communication skills necessary for the development of professional competence and values; critical thinking and problem solving; information utilization; and collaboration.
The curriculum focuses on the development of core communication competencies. It emphasizes theory and application in the domains of interpersonal, small group, organizational, and mass communication. Specific areas of focus include business communication, diversity, intercultural communication, conflict resolution, legal and ethical issues, media and culture, and future trends in communication technology.
The concentration in Culture and Communication is designed to prepare students with a well-rounded view of diversity in American society. Students will focus on the experiences of people from different cultures and how communication differs by race and gender. In addition, students will gain a global perspective on race, ethnicity, and class in the United States. Students will compare cultural topics such as Asian American, African American, Hispanic American, gender, and their differences.
These courses fulfill only part of the 120-minimum-credit requirement for degree completion (124 for Kansas students).
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Criminal Justice Administration/Human Services (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration is to provide students with a strong foundation in criminal justice principles, concepts, and theories, as well as a practice orientation to justice administration. The degree offers a global perspective, as well as specific concentration areas of criminal justice services delivery. Students will receive core instruction in criminal justice as it is represented in the domains of police, courts, and corrections and then advance to concentrations related to specific areas of criminal justice within those domains.
The BS/CJA Human Services concentration is intended to give graduates knowledge and basic skills to work in the human services and helping areas of the criminal justice system. This particular concentration represents an integrated program combining academic instruction in criminal justice with applied skills for students whose goal is a career in the areas of the system where basic skills in interviewing, case management, mental health interventions, advocacy and mediation are required. Human Services graduates are prepared to provide services in a variety of institutional and community settings within the criminal justice domains of policing, the courts, institutional and community corrections.
This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum (124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 45 upper division credits required for completion of the degree. At the time of enrollment, students must choose a concentration.
Note: The diploma awarded for this programs will read as: Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration and will not reflect the concentration. Concentrations are reflected on the transcript only.
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Criminal Justice Administration/Institutional Healthcare (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration is to provide students with a strong foundation in criminal justice principles, concepts, and theories, as well as a practice orientation to justice administration. The degree offers a global perspective, as well as specific concentration areas of criminal justice services delivery. Students will receive core instruction in criminal justice as it is represented in the domains of police, courts, and corrections and then advance to concentrations related to specific areas of criminal justice within those domains.
The BS/CJA Institutional Health Care concentration addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to criminal justice based health care services. This includes such areas as management, policy, legal and ethical parameters, health and disease factors, and health care service delivery. The reshaping of contemporary criminal justice health care requires workers to have a broad range of knowledge associated with the functions of health care in detention and correctional institutions, as well as various other areas represented in the greater criminal justice system.
This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum (124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 45 upper division credits required for completion of the degree. At the time of enrollment, students must choose a concentration.
Note: The diploma awarded for this programs will read as: Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration and will not reflect the concentration. Concentrations are reflected on the transcript only.
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Health Administration/Emergency Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (BSHA) Program is designed to integrate a framework of general education courses with a health care curriculum that provides the graduate with the foundational knowledge needed to enter today's challenging health industry. The BSHA curriculum focuses on the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to an ever expanding and diverse health care arena.
Coursework includes content in some of the following areas- management, finance, legal and ethical parameters, human resources, and information systems. Upon completion of the core curriculum healthcare students have the opportunity to select a concentration that is designed to expand their professional opportunities.
The Emergency Management concentration is designed for EMTs, First Responders, Firefighters, or any other emergency personnel that want to expand their knowledge and skills related to emergency management. Focus will be on principles of emergency management, managing emergency response operations, and planning and preparedness of emergency situations. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120 (124 for Kansas) semester-credit minimums required for completion of the degree.
Note: The diploma awarded for this programs will read as: Bachelor of Science in Health Administration and will not reflect the concentration. Concentrations are reflected on the transcript only.
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Health Administration/Emergency Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (BSHA) Program is designed to integrate a framework of general education courses with a health care curriculum that provides the graduate with the foundational knowledge needed to enter today's challenging health industry. The BSHA curriculum focuses on the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to an ever expanding and diverse health care arena.
Coursework includes content in some of the following areas- management, finance, legal and ethical parameters, human resources, and information systems. Upon completion of the core curriculum healthcare students have the opportunity to select a concentration that is designed to expand their professional opportunities.
The Emergency Management concentration is designed for EMTs, First Responders, Firefighters, or any other emergency personnel that want to expand their knowledge and skills related to emergency management. Focus will be on principles of emergency management, managing emergency response operations, and planning and preparedness of emergency situations. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120 (124 for Kansas) semester-credit minimums required for completion of the degree.
Note: The diploma awarded for this programs will read as: Bachelor of Science in Health Administration and will not reflect the concentration. Concentrations are reflected on the transcript only.
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Health Administration/Health Management (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (BSHA) Program is designed to integrate a framework of general education courses with a health care curriculum that provides the graduate with the foundational knowledge needed to enter today's challenging health industry. The BSHA curriculum focuses on the basic body of knowledge, understanding, and skills identified as relevant to an ever expanding and diverse health care arena.
Coursework includes content in some of the following areas- management, finance, legal and ethical parameters, human resources, and information systems. Upon completion of the core curriculum healthcare students have the opportunity to select a concentration that is designed to expand their professional opportunities.
The Health Management concentration is designed to expand the students' health care management focus. Courses will include content in leadership theory, the legal and regulatory aspects in health care, facility planning, community health as well as an introduction to health care policy. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120 (124 for Kansas) semester-credit minimums required for completion of the degree.
Note: The diploma awarded for this programs will read as: Bachelor of Science in Health Administration and will not reflect the concentration. Concentrations are reflected on the transcript only.
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Information Technology/Business System Analysis (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) program is focused on the acquisition of theory and application of technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses prepare students with fundamental knowledge in core technologies, such as systems analysis and design, programming, database design, network architecture and administration, Web technologies and application development, implementation and maintenance.
The Business Systems Analysis concentration of the BSIT is designed to provide specific theories, competencies, and skills necessary for success as a business systems analyst. This concentration will examine a number of methodologies and tools important to the discipline.
This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum (124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 48 upper division credits required for completion of the degree. At the time of enrollment, students must choose a concentration.
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Information Technology/Business System Analysis (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) program is focused on the acquisition of theory and application of technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses prepare students with fundamental knowledge in core technologies, such as systems analysis and design, programming, database design, network architecture and administration, Web technologies and application development, implementation and maintenance.
The Business Systems Analysis concentration of the BSIT is designed to provide specific theories, competencies, and skills necessary for success as a business systems analyst. This concentration will examine a number of methodologies and tools important to the discipline.
This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum (124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 48 upper division credits required for completion of the degree. At the time of enrollment, students must choose a concentration.
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Networking & Telecommunications (Bachelor's) ( Know More)
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) Program is focused on the acquisition of theory and technical competencies associated with the Information Technology profession. The core courses provide fundamental knowledge and application in both the information systems function and in system development. The specialty courses of the program are extensions in technical breadth and depth of the technology core courses and enable the student to choose one or more area(s) of special expertise in an Information Technology (IT) area.
The Networking and Telecommunications concentration of the BSIT is designed to provide specific theories, competencies, and skills necessary for success as a network administrator. This concentration is developed with a focus on the Networking+ body of knowledge, including local area networks and wide area networks.
This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum (124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 48 upper division credits required for completion of the degree.
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Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Generalist (Master's) ( Know More)
The Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Generalist (MAED/TEDMG 06TX) is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the MAED/TEDMG 06TX program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program focuses on middle level student learning by improving the educator's responsibility for that learning.
Student teaching is an integral component of the Teacher Education Program. It provides students with a field-based experience at the appropriate grade and content level. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher from a school site and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified classroom teacher.
Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences, covering a variety of developmental levels. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student's professional portfolio.
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Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Mathematics (Master's) ( Know More)
The Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education-Middle Level Math (MAED/TED-MM) is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the MAED/TED-MM program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program focuses on middle school-math student learning by improving the educator's responsibility for that learning.
Student teaching is an integral component of the Teacher Education Program. It provides students with a field-based experience at the appropriate grade and content level. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher from a school site and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified classroom teacher.
Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences, covering a variety of developmental levels. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student's professional portfolio.
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Education/Teacher Education Secondary Mathematics (Master's) ( Know More)
The Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education- Math (MAED/TED-SM) is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the MAED/TED-SM program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program focuses on secondary-math student learning by improving the educator's responsibility for that learning.
Student teaching is an integral component of the Teacher Education Program. It provides students with a field-based experience at the appropriate grade and content level. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher from a school site and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified classroom teacher.
Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences, covering a variety of developmental levels. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student's professional portfolio.
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Education/Teacher Education Secondary Mathematics (Master's) ( Know More)
The Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education- Math (MAED/TED-SM) is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the MAED/TED-SM program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program focuses on secondary-math student learning by improving the educator's responsibility for that learning.
Student teaching is an integral component of the Teacher Education Program. It provides students with a field-based experience at the appropriate grade and content level. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher from a school site and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified classroom teacher.
Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences, covering a variety of developmental levels. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student's professional portfolio.
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Education/Teacher Education Secondary Science (Master's) ( Know More)
The Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education- Science (MAED/TED-SS) is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the MAED/TED-SS program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program focuses on secondary-science student learning by improving the educator's responsibility for that learning.
Student teaching is an integral component of the Teacher Education Program. It provides students with a field-based experience at the appropriate grade and content level. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher from a school site and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified classroom teacher.
Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences, covering a variety of developmental levels. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student's professional portfolio.
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Education/Teacher Education Secondary Science (Master's) ( Know More)
The Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education- Science (MAED/TED-SS) is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure. The guiding philosophy of the MAED/TED-SS program is to provide the adult student, who already has a degree in a discipline other than education, with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to become a competent and effective educator. This program focuses on secondary-science student learning by improving the educator's responsibility for that learning.
Student teaching is an integral component of the Teacher Education Program. It provides students with a field-based experience at the appropriate grade and content level. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher from a school site and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified classroom teacher.
Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences, covering a variety of developmental levels. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student's professional portfolio.
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Nursing-Informatics (Master's) ( Know More)
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program, accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), enhances the knowledge and skills of registered nurses who have earned their bachelor's degree. This program prepares nurses to function in leadership roles in practice and educational settings. Nursing theory and evidence-based practice provide the foundation for nurses to influence the future of nursing and health care.
Students complete foundational courses for the MSN, then gain additional knowledge in a concentration area through the completion of content-specific courses. The informatics concentration provides learners with an overview of current knowledge and concepts for data management and information technology as they relate to the nursing and health care profession.
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Nursing-Informatics (Master's) ( Know More)
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program, accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), enhances the knowledge and skills of registered nurses who have earned their bachelor's degree. This program prepares nurses to function in leadership roles in practice and educational settings. Nursing theory and evidence-based practice provide the foundation for nurses to influence the future of nursing and health care.
Students complete foundational courses for the MSN, then gain additional knowledge in a concentration area through the completion of content-specific courses. The informatics concentration provides learners with an overview of current knowledge and concepts for data management and information technology as they relate to the nursing and health care profession.
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