  Graduate Certificate - Human Resource Management |
| This certificate will increase your expertise in key human resource principles and practices. You will learn new techniques to improve your effectiveness as a member of the HR team, which will position you for leadership opportunities. If you decide to pursue an online master's or doctoral degree at Capella University, the certificate credits may be applicable toward your degree, depending on the program you select. |
| Graduate Certificate - Information Security Professional |
| This online certificate in information security will expand your critical thinking skills and help you develop the competencies associated with the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification from (ISC)². You will also gain a broader understanding of managing enterprise security based on the 10 domains of the CISSP certification. |
| Graduate Certificate - Leadership |
| This online leadership certificate prepares individuals to serve in leadership or mentoring roles within organizations. Completion of this certificate is an ideal way to update a previously completed degree or to enter a new degree program. If you decide to pursue a master's or doctoral degree at Capella University, the certificate credits may be applicable toward your degree, depending on the program you select. |
| Graduate Certificate - Professional Project Management |
| This certificate in project management will prepare you to lead large projects, utilizing methodology based on "A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge" (PMBOK) from the Project Management Institute (PMI®). This online graduate certificate will help expand your critical thinking skills and develop competencies associated with the Project Management Professional certification issued by PMI. |
| MBA - Accounting |
The MBA specialization in accounting will expand your knowledge in areas such as budget planning and control, audit and evaluation of controls, and the nature and function of accounting information in the decision-making process. This program will build the strategic perspective you need to interact effectively with executive management and strengthen your ability to succeed in middle and senior management positions. This program can be completed in two years.
MBA Business Core: The business core delivers the traditional MBA disciplines in courses such as marketing, operations, strategy and finance.
Professional Effectiveness Core:
Courses in the professional effectiveness core teach best practices for leading and managing others—the skills that corporate executives tell us distinguish their best people—such as managing change, leading teams, negotiating for results, building relationships, and ethical leadership.
MBA Coaching Process:
Our Professional Effectiveness CoachingSM
process allows you to work with a professional coach to define and develop the skills you need to become a more effective manager. Our coaches help facilitate your growth and enhance performance in your current job, while positioning you to advance toward your career goals.
Capella University will seek approval of this new specialization from the states of Arkansas and Georgia. Learners should contact an enrollment counselor for current approval status in these states.
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| MBA - Finance |
| Our online MBA program is devoted to building professional effectiveness skills that advance your career. Throughout your program, a professional coach will help you set and achieve professional goals, giving you a competitive edge in your workplace even before you graduate. The online MBA finance specialization will expand your knowledge in areas such as investment and portfolio management, international financial management, and corporate finance analysis. This program will build the strategic perspective you need to interact effectively with executive management and strengthen your ability to succeed in middle and senior management positions. This program can be completed in two years. Nearly 90 leading corporations -- including Johnson & Johnson and Xerox -- recognize the quality of our online programs, and have chosen Capella University as an education provider. |
| MBA - General |
| Our online MBA program is devoted to building professional effectiveness skills that advance your career. Throughout your program, a professional coach will help you set and achieve professional goals, giving you a competitive edge in your workplace even before you graduate. Capella University’s MBA program is designed for working professionals who seek to advance their careers to middle or senior management and who desire the recognition that comes with increased knowledge and effectiveness. You will build the critical skills that matter most in today's competitive business environment such as negotiation and managing change. This program can be completed in two years. Nearly 90 leading corporations -- including Johnson & Johnson and Xerox -- recognize the quality of our online programs, and have chosen Capella University as an education provider. |
| MBA - Health Care Management |
| Our online MBA is designed to help you develop the business acumen and skills that matter most to organizations. In addition to gaining a thorough understanding of core business principles, you will build critical professional effectiveness skills in areas such as managing change, negotiation, and ethical leadership. As part of the MBA program, you may work with a professional effectiveness coach to help you position yourself for tomorrow's leadership role.
The MBA health care management specialization enhances the management and business skills you need to function effectively within the health care industry. Through a thorough study of business models and analytics, you can prepare for a mid-level or executive position in the health care field.
You may be closer than you think. The petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on an evaluation of the petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience.
Approval for this specialization is pending in Ohio. Applicants should contact an enrollment counselor for current approval status in this state. |
| MBA - Human Resource Management |
| Human resource managers are increasingly recognized as important contributors to overall business success. This MBA specialization in Human Resource Management is designed to strengthen your ability to perform this strategic role. The course work provides an overview of important business functions and key human resource areas, mapped to the competencies identified by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®). The emphasis is on immediate application of the knowledge, competencies, and skills necessary to integrate business and human resource strategies. People who choose this specialization are often interested in pursuing human resource management positions in a business setting. |
| MBA - Information Technology Management |
| Our online MBA is designed to help you develop the business acumen and skills that matter most to organizations. In addition to gaining a thorough understanding of core business principles, you will build critical professional effectiveness skills in areas such as managing change, negotiation, and ethical leadership. As part of the MBA program, you may work with a professional effectiveness coach to help you position yourself for tomorrow's leadership role.
The information technology (IT) management specialization is for individuals interested in moving into middle and senior management positions. Learn to leverage information technology in order to enhance business competitiveness and optimize business management, while gaining the techniques and skills needed to assess the impact of advances in technology on business.
You may be closer than you think. The petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on an evaluation of the petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience.
Approval for this specialization is pending in Ohio. Applicants should contact an enrollment counselor for current approval status in this state. |
| MBA - Marketing |
| Our online MBA program is devoted to building professional effectiveness skills that advance your career. Throughout your program, a professional coach will help you set and achieve professional goals, giving you a competitive edge in your workplace even before you graduate. The MBA specialization in marketing is designed to expand your knowledge in areas such as consumer behavior, international marketing, and market research. Our marketing MBA specialization will build the strategic perspective you need to effectively interact with executive management and strengthen your ability to succeed in middle and senior management positions. This program can be completed in two years. Nearly 90 leading corporations -- including Johnson & Johnson and Xerox -- recognize the quality of our online programs, and have chosen Capella University as an education provider. |
| MBA - Project Management |
| Our online MBA is designed to help you develop the business acumen and skills that matter most to organizations. In addition to gaining a thorough understanding of core business principles, you will build critical professional effectiveness skills in areas such as managing change, negotiation, and ethical leadership. As part of the MBA program, you may work with a professional effectiveness coach to help you position yourself for tomorrow's leadership role.
In alignment with Project Management Institute (PMI) standards, this MBA specialization is relevant for managing projects in organizations ranging from entrepreneurial start-ups to global enterprises. The course work provides techniques in project procurement and solicitation and teaches how to assess and mitigate risks to ensure project success.
you to advance toward your career goals.
You may be closer than you think. The petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on an evaluation of the petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience.
Approval for this specialization is pending in Ohio. Applicants should contact an enrollment counselor for current approval status in this state. |
| MS in IT - General Information Technology |
| Our online master’s degree in information technology emphasizes advanced training and leadership in information technology. Your education will have an immediate career impact and will position you for advancement and recognition in your career. This master's degree in information technology is designed for working IT professionals who want to move forward in their careers. You will gain the knowledge and technical skills to make significant contributions to your organization. In this MS in IT general specialization you can customize your program by selecting electives in information security, network architecture and design, project management and leadership, and/or system design and programming. |
| MS in IT - Health Information Management |
| Electronic recordkeeping and patient privacy mandates have created an increased demand for IT professionals in health care settings. This Health Information Management master’s specialization offers health care-focused course work on information systems, databases, system security, data analysis, system support, and strategic management, along with overviews of important IT and business topics. Built around the competencies outlined by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Information and Information Management (CAHIIM), this specialization is designed to help you use information management and security to support efficient, accurate health care delivery and management. People who choose this specialization are often IT professionals pursuing health information management or consulting positions in hospitals, clinics, and health care systems. |
| MS in IT - Information Security |
| Our online master’s degree in information technology emphasizes advanced training and leadership in information technology. Your education will have an immediate career impact and will position you for advancement and recognition in your career. This online master's degree with a specialization in information security will deepen your knowledge of emerging security threats and solutions, helping you to develop information security and disaster recovery plans to protect the enterprise. This specialization combines technical and policy-level course work, allowing you to build information assurance (IA) skills to protect information systems by ensuring availability, integrity, and confidentiality. The curriculum is designed around the domains of knowledge represented in the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP®) certification. The Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) has certified that Capella's information security curriculum meets the CNSS requirements and system standards 4011 and 4013. |
| MS in IT - Network Architecture and Design |
| Our online master’s degree in information technology emphasizes advanced training and leadership in information technology. Your education will have an immediate career impact and will position you for advancement and recognition in your career. The network architecture and design specialization will help you gain the technical leadership skills you need to design and implement high quality networks that support business needs. You will learn how to design, maintain, and troubleshoot Internet, intranet, and extranet connections, including local- and wide-area networks. This specialization will also build your knowledge of developing security and disaster recovery plans. Upon completion of this online degree, you will be positioned to assume a senior management or team leader role in network management. |
| MS in IT - Project Management and Leadership |
| Our online master’s degree in information technology emphasizes advanced training and leadership in information technology. Your education will have an immediate career impact and will position you for advancement and recognition in your career. The project management and leadership specialization is designed to prepare technical leaders and managers with the skills you need to successfully oversee multiple technology projects that may span geographical locations. Capella University is a Registered Education Provider (REP) of the Project Management Institute (PMI®). With curriculum mapped to "A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge" (PMBOK) from PMI, you will be positioned to lead key project management roles in your organization. |
| MS in IT - System Design and Development |
| Our online master’s degree in information technology emphasizes advanced training and leadership in information technology. Your education will have an immediate career impact and will position you for advancement and recognition in your career. The system design and development specialization helps equip technical leaders with the skills necessary to design and implement high-quality applications that meet business needs. This expertise is critical for professionals in systems integration, software engineering and development, and information management. Upon completion of this online degree, you will be positioned to succeed in key systems, software development, or business analyst roles. |
| MS in Org and Mgmt-General |
| Our online master’s degree in organization and management is designed to guide your development of critical thinking, effective communication, and leadership skills that will position you to solve real-world problems in your organization. Capella University’s master's degree in organization and management general specialization allows you to develop subject matter expertise in an area of business you choose. You can select elective courses in human resources management, information technology management, and/or leadership. Within this online business management program, you will develop critical thinking and analytical skills that will help you manage real-world business situations. |
| MS in Org and Mgmt-Human Resource Management |
| Our online master’s degree in organization and management is designed to guide your development of critical thinking, effective communication, and leadership skills that will position you to solve real-world problems in your organization. In the human resource management specialization you will develop deep subject matter expertise that will strengthen your ability to think beyond functional boundaries, and learn how to turn strategic plans into workplace practices that deliver results. Capella's curriculum is mapped to the competencies identified by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM®) in the "The Competency Model for the New HR." |
| MS in Org and Mgmt-Leadership |
| Our online master’s degree in organization and management is designed to guide your development of critical thinking, effective communication, and leadership skills that will position you to solve real-world problems in your organization. The master's degree with a leadership specialization offers an in-depth study of leading theories and best practices of leadership in today's complex global business environment. This specialization will prepare you to provide effective leadership in change management and at team and organizational levels. This online specialization is valuable for both new managers and seasoned executives in business, government, military, and non-profit organizations. |
| PhD in General Business |
| Delve deeply into the business areas that match your professional interests and goals with this flexible organization and management PhD program. Required courses offer advanced study in such areas as organizational theory and practice, marketing and business strategy and practice, research, and statistics, preparing you to contribute to the field through your doctoral research. Focus your study by choosing from a broad range of electives in such areas as finance, marketing, operations, human resource management, information technology management, and leadership. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing higher education faculty positions or business leadership or consulting positions in a broad range of military, government, business, and nonprofit fields. |
| PhD in IT - General |
| This general area of study gives you the flexibility to customize a doctoral program to meet your specific interests and career goals. You can focus on a particular IT discipline, such as information security or network architecture and design, or focus on IT within a specific industry. Courses help you develop advanced knowledge, as well as solid research and scholarly writing capabilities.
The general area of study is designed to prepare you for a job in teaching, consulting, or high-level IT leadership. |
| PhD in IT - Information Security |
| Data and system security have become critical concerns in nearly every industry and government sector, creating a demand for high-level information security expertise. This Information Security PhD specialization provides opportunities for advanced skill development and doctoral research in such topics as information confidentiality, integrity, governance, compliance, and risk management. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing senior leadership, consulting, or faculty positions in information security within military, government, education, and private sectors. |
| PhD in IT - Information Technology Education |
| The doctoral program in information technology focuses on research and scholarly writing abilities, culminating in a dissertation that expands the body of knowledge in the field of information technology.
For postsecondary IT instructors seeking advancement, or IT professionals who want to teach or consult, this doctoral specialization offers advanced study to help achieve your goals. It combines in-depth analysis, critical thinking, research, and scholarly writing with skill development in advanced teaching techniques and curriculum design. The specialization was developed with input from participants of the Association for Computing Machinery’s Special Interest Group for Information Technology Education (SIGITE). |
| PhD in IT - Project Management |
| Project managers play an increasingly strategic role within their companies and are being recognized as “leadership track” employees. This IT-focused Project Management doctoral specialization offers the opportunity to develop the advanced IT, project management, and business knowledge of a leader. The specialization is also designed to help you develop solid research skills, culminating in a dissertation that advances the body of knowledge in this field. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing leadership, consulting, or faculty positions in IT project management. |
| PhD in Org and Mgmt - Management Education |
| Our online PhD programs prepare you to lead, teach or consult in the field of business management from an informed and strategic perspective. Our flexible curriculum allows you to shape your education around personal, career, and organizational goals.
This doctoral specialization is designed for business professionals preparing to become postsecondary educators in organization and management. Courses cover deep analysis and research in management theories and principles, as well as advanced teaching skills such as course design, learning theory, and classroom assessment. This is one of the few doctoral programs available that focuses specifically on developing business and management experts to teach at the postsecondary level. |
| PhD in Org and Mgmt - Project Management |
| This business-focused doctoral specialization is designed for project management professionals who are looking for a deeper understanding of how to manage projects throughout an enterprise and want to contribute to their field through doctoral research. In addition to advanced project management course work, the specialization provides a comprehensive overview of key business and organizational topics, including accounting and financial management, marketing strategy, and organizational theory. People who choose this specialization often wish to lead, consult, or teach in the field of project management from a cross-functional, strategic perspective. |
| PhD in Org and Mgmt-General |
| Our online PhD in organization and management allows you to shape your education around personal, career, and organizational goals and prepares you to lead, teach, or consult in the field of business management. Completing your PhD with a general business specialization will give you the expertise to lead, consult, or teach from an informed, strategic viewpoint. Our online program offers you the option of elective course work in management areas such as finance, marketing, and operations, plus additional course options in more specialized areas including human resource management, information technology management, and leadership. Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Org and Mgmt-Human Resource Management |
| Our online PhD in organization and management allows you to shape your education around personal, career, and organizational goals and prepares you to lead, teach, or consult in the field of business management. Completing your PhD in the human resource management specialization will prepare you to lead, consult, or teach in a complex and global business environment. You will learn how to conduct and apply research across a wide spectrum of human resource management topics while improving your ability to think beyond traditional boundaries. Capella's curriculum is mapped to the competencies identified by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM®) in the "The Competency Model for the New HR". Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Org and Mgmt-Information Technology Management |
| Our online PhD in organization and management allows you to shape your education around personal, career, and organizational goals and prepares you to lead, teach, or consult in the field of business management.
The information technology (IT) management specialization will position you for advancement into middle and senior management roles. In addition to developing an in-depth understanding of key IT issues, you will learn new strategies for managing IT staff and acquire the strategic business perspective required to interact effectively with your peers and senior management.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Org and Mgmt-Leadership |
| Our online PhD in organization and management allows you to shape your education around personal, career, and organizational goals and prepares you to lead, teach, or consult in the field of business management.
The PhD leadership specialization will enhance your ability to manage and lead in today's fast-paced business climate. The PhD specialization in leadership will also prepare you to consult or teach in the field of management from an informed, strategic viewpoint. You will learn how to conduct and apply research to develop real-world answers to the challenges facing twenty-first century organizations.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PHR/SPHR Certification - Exam Preparation Course |
| Prepare for the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification examinations. Offered together with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®), the Capella certification preparation exam course utilizes the SHRM Learning System™, designed by subject matter experts, and includes discussion questions, application exercises, and module exams to develop specific HR competencies. The course materials assist you in preparing for the PHR or SPHR certification exams administered by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).
The fully online, 10-week course covers specific topics in six primary areas:
Strategic Management
Workforce Planning and Employment
Human Resource Development
Compensation and Benefits
Employee and Labor Relations
Occupational Health, Safety, and Security
In the courseroom you will interact with faculty experts and fellow HR professionals in an intimate online environment where you are encouraged to bring real-world experiences into the courseroom. You will also have multiple opportunities for knowledge-sharing and professional networking. |
| BS in Business - Accounting |
| In recent years, new government regulations have fueled tremendous growth in the accounting profession. Our online bachelor's degree program in accounting will help you develop the important technical, professional, and interpersonal skills you need to succeed in this fast-growing field. You may customize your academic program by selecting elective courses based on your professional goals and needs
You may be closer than you think. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on a faculty evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience.
This specialization provides learners with an understanding of a wide array of accounting related services, including budget analysis, financial and investment planning, and financial statement and internal control auditing. These skills prepare graduates for a profession in financial, managerial, or government accounting. In addition to accounting expertise, learners in the specialization will demonstrate the interpersonal and communication skills required to present information to both internal and external clients, influencing organizational effectiveness at all levels of their organization. This specialization is not designed to prepare learners for a CPA exam.
Capella University will seek approval of this new specialization from the states of Arkansas and Georgia. Learners should contact an enrollment counselor for current approval status in these states. |
| BS in Business - Business Administration |
| Capella University’s online bachelor’s degree program offers a progressive curriculum designed to teach business fundamentals and higher level leadership skills. This specialization in business administration helps you develop the management, interpersonal, and professional skills you need to advance your career. Create a personalized program by selecting elective courses based on your professional goals and needs. |
| BS in Business - Finance |
| Capella University’s online bachelor’s degree program offers a progressive curriculum designed to teach business fundamentals and higher level leadership skills. The online bachelor's degree specialization in finance will help you develop your knowledge of financial management and enhance your interpersonal and professional skills. You will learn new methods to improve organizational effectiveness and new tools to help you advance as a financial services professional. Course work focuses on investment and portfolio management, international finance management, and corporate finance analysis. Capella University recognizes the value of real-world experience. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on a faculty evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience. |
| BS in Business - Human Resource Management |
| Capella University’s online bachelor’s degree program offers a progressive curriculum designed to teach business fundamentals and higher level leadership skills. As an HR professional you may be involved in any number of critical organizational functions such as hiring, training, developing policies and procedures, and designing creative strategies to improve organizational effectiveness. This online program provides a solid foundation in human resource management, and positions you for leadership opportunities in your organization. Capella University recognizes the value of real-world experience. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on a faculty evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience. |
| BS in Business - Management and Leadership |
| Capella University’s online bachelor’s degree program offers a progressive curriculum designed to teach business fundamentals and higher level leadership skills. For those who aspire to business management positions, this online degree specialization focuses on developing skills and competencies you need to effectively lead within the organization. Throughout the program you will build the interpersonal and professional thinking skills you need to advance your management career. |
| BS in Business - Marketing |
| Capella University’s online bachelor’s degree program offers a progressive curriculum designed to teach business fundamentals and higher level leadership skills. The online bachelor's degree marketing specialization will help you build your knowledge and earning power in e-business, sales, distribution operations, product management, or general business careers. In addition, you will strengthen your interpersonal and critical thinking skills, which are essential to influencing organizational effectiveness. |
| BS in Business - Retail Management |
| Increase your career opportunities in the dynamic, diverse retail industry. Many retailers prefer a business-focused college degree when hiring or promoting to fill professional, supervisory, or managerial positions. This undergraduate Retail Management specialization offers a strong foundation in general business disciplines, including management, marketing, human resources, organizational communications, and finance. The retail-focused course work includes retail management, store operations, merchandising, pricing, competitive analysis and planning, and legal and ethical considerations in managing a retail operation. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing lead, supervisory, or management positions at the retail store level, or specialist/analyst positions within a retail department or corporate headquarters. |
| BS in Business – Project Management |
| Businesses are recognizing the value of project management beyond its traditional use in information technology. This specialization is designed to offer the core business knowledge and project management skills you need to apply traditional project management techniques to cross-functional business initiatives. It is built around the competencies in “A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge” (PMBOK® Guide), a globally recognized standard for project management. Because Capella is a Registered Education Provider of the Project Management Institute (PMI), you can earn your bachelor’s in IT and professional development units (PDUs) from PMI at the same time. People who choose this project management specialization are often interested in pursuing project lead or coordinator positions in corporations, consulting firms, or government agencies. |
| BS in Information Technology - General |
| Build the information technology and business management skills you need with a bachelor’s degree in information technology using enterprise-scale systems and tools. You will study with faculty and professional peers from leading organizations. The bachelor's degree specialization in general information technology provides an overview of theoretical and applied topics to help you grow in an IT career. Learners in this specialization will be grounded in essential IT domains, while having the opportunity to focus through selection of advanced specialization courses. Capella University recognizes the value of real-world experience. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on a faculty evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience. |
| BS in Information Technology - Graphics and Multimedia |
| Build the information technology and business management skills you need with a bachelor’s degree in information technology using enterprise-scale systems and tools. You will study with faculty and professional peers from leading organizations. This bachelor's degree specialization in graphics and multimedia will help you build the skills necessary to design high-quality graphic and multimedia content for the Web. You will learn the latest professional tools used in vector graphics, vector graphics animation, and image processing, preparing you to work as an end-user support specialist or systems analyst. Capella University recognizes the value of real-world experience. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on a faculty evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience. |
| BS in Information Technology - Information Assurance and Security |
| To move forward in the evolving world of information technology you need more than technical certifications or a two-year degree. You need a bachelor's degree that will advance your technical skills and provide a solid foundation in business management and strategy.
Today's high-tech world relies on qualified information assurance and security professionals to maintain enterprise security. This specialization will prepare you to apply various processes, tools, and technologies, including security policies, social engineering, access control, authentication, perimeter security, disaster recovery and business continuity, risk management, incident response, and encryption as well as strategies to guard against viruses, malware, and spam. You will also build the business and communication skills required to influence internal decision making and overall organizational effectiveness.
You may be closer than you think. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on an evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience.
Approval for this specialization is pending in Arkansas and Ohio. Contact an enrollment counselor for current approval states in these states. |
| BS in Information Technology - Network Technology |
| Build the information technology and business management skills you need with a bachelor’s degree in information technology using enterprise-scale systems and tools. You will study with faculty and professional peers from leading organizations. This bachelor's degree specialization in network technology provides the knowledge you need to take certification tests in network administration, design, and security from Microsoft, Cisco, and other leading technology organizations. This program will strengthen your technical knowledge and critical thinking abilities through hands-on learning in Capella's advanced IT infrastructure and Virtual Lab Environment. |
| BS in Information Technology - Project Management |
| Build the information technology and business management skills you need with a bachelor’s degree in information technology using enterprise-scale systems and tools. You will study with faculty and professional peers from leading organizations. With today's smaller budgets and tighter deadlines, project managers are asked to do more with less. Our online bachelor's degree specialization in IT project management will help you develop the skills required to effectively lead and manage complex IT projects. Upon completion, you will have the knowledge and skills to succeed in key roles such as project manager, technical support specialist, or information systems analyst. Capella University recognizes the value of real-world experience. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on a faculty evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience. |
| BS in Information Technology - Web Application Development |
| Build the information technology and business management skills you need with a bachelor’s degree in information technology using enterprise-scale systems and tools. You will study with faculty and professional peers from leading organizations. In this bachelor’s degree specialization in Web application development you will learn to create professional, high-quality Web-based applications. This specialization focuses on enabling technologies while building an awareness of business and human factors. Upon completion, you will be prepared to succeed in a variety of positions, including webmaster, Web developer or designer, applications developer, end-user support specialist, or information systems analyst. Capella University recognizes the value of real-world experience. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on a faculty evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience. |
| BS in Public Safety - Criminal Justice |
| Criminal justice careers put you on the front line, protecting and serving your community. This specialization provides an overview of public safety research, theory and principles, with a focus on criminal justice processes and procedures. Course work includes such topics as corrections and judicial systems, criminal law and the legal process, police-community relations, white collar and organized crime investigations, and criminal procedure and evidence. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing entry-level officer positions or career advancement within law enforcement agencies, corrections departments, and federal regulatory or enforcement agencies. |
| BS in Public Safety - Emergency Management |
| Advance your career in the fast-growing field of emergency management. This undergraduate specialization provides an overview of public safety research, theory, and principles within an emergency management framework. The curriculum focuses on such topics as emergency planning and decision-making, homeland security, disaster response and recovery, and hazard identification and mitigation. A capstone project provides the opportunity to apply and demonstrate emergency management skills gained during the course of the program. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing career advancement or deeper expertise in emergency management, or are planning to transition from the military into a civilian public safety career. |
| BS in Public Safety - Homeland Security |
| Pursue a homeland security career and help protect your country’s citizens, lands, and property. This specialization focuses on managing public security in conjunction with federal resources. The curriculum includes course work on such topics as domestic and international terrorism; multijurisdictional coordination; and diplomatic, technological, and intelligence approaches to national security. A capstone project provides an opportunity to apply and demonstrate your leadership skills in the growing field of homeland security. People who choose this specialization may wish to pursue career advancement or deeper expertise in federal, state, or local security/enforcement agencies, or to transition from the military into a civilian homeland security career.
The National Security Agency and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security have designated Capella University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education |
| BS in Public Safety – Security Management |
| Prepare yourself to assume a leadership role in the growing field of private security. Private security professionals are responsible for protecting the vast majority of the nation’s infrastructure, 85 percent of which is privately owned. They are also increasingly recognized as being integral to the central business functions of corporations that must protect their operations against fraud, information and property theft, workplace violence, terrorism, and other security concerns. Capella’s Security Management curriculum includes courses covering such topics as leadership; information, operational, commercial, and retail security; executive protection; laws and legal procedures; and security management in a global business environment. A capstone project provides an opportunity to apply and demonstrate your security management skills. People who choose this specialization may include military, public safety, or private security personnel who wish to pursue management positions focused on private security risk management and asset protection.
The National Security Agency and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security have designated Capella University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education. |
| BS in Technology - Health Informatics |
| More new jobs are being created in health care than aby other field. At the same time, mandated electronic recordkeeping and tightened patient privacy regulations are making health informatics a sought-after skill. This specialization is designed to prepare you to use technology to improve health care costs. Course work covers such topics as electronic information system management, information system management, information secruity, data integrity, and regulatory compliance. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing information technology specialist postions in hospitals, clinics, and health care systems. |
| BS in Technology - Software Architecture |
| Software architecture, one of the fastest growing job sectors in the country, focuses on integrating and maintaining complex software systems within an organization. This specialization offers courses in software development, design, and construction in multiple platforms, including Web and mobile. It also emphasizes project management and communication skills, providing a blend of business and technology skills increasingly valued in today’s businesses. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing technical specialist positions in software, data, or applications architecture; software development; or database administration. |
| Business Analysis |
| Business Analysis |
| Enterprise Software Architecture |
| Enterprise Software Architecture |
| EdS in Curriculum and Instruction |
| The continuing emphasis on educational quality and accountability has created a high demand for educators with specialized skills in curriculum and instruction. This EdS specialization is designed to help you develop and demonstrate the research-based knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to create and implement instructional improvement initiatives and increase student achievement. Designed around national teaching and licensure standards, this specialization is intended for educators and administrators who have completed a master’s degree and want to gain additional knowledge and increase their career options. People who choose this specialization are often licensed teachers or administrators interested in pursuing building or district leadership positions in the field of curriculum and instruction, or in continuing their studies at the doctoral level. (Equivalent course work taken as part of the EdS program may be applied to degree requirements for a Capella PhD degree.) |
| EdS in Leadership in Education Administration |
| Position yourself to advance in the field of K-12 administration. Capella offers one of the few state-approved specializations in Leadership in Educational Administration available within an online EdS program. Through a curriculum designed around the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards, you will explore such topics as effective management, collaboration with school stakeholders, and development of a shared vision of learning. Throughout the program, which includes a specialized internship and residential colloquia, you will develop a professional portfolio to demonstrate your EdS-level competencies to current and future employers. People who choose this specialization are often licensed teachers or school administrators seeking principal and/or superintendent licensure or pursuing other building or district leadership positions. (Equivalent course work taken as part of the EdS program may be applied to degree requirements for a Capella PhD degree.) |
| MS in Ed - Early Childhood Education |
| The quality standards of state-funded pre-kindergarten programs have increased substantially in recent years, with 28 states now requiring lead teachers to have specialized training. Capella’s master’s degree specialization in Early Childhood Education is designed to prepare teachers to design, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children. The curriculum includes course work in such topics as child psychology, classroom management, the early childhood learning environment, family engagement, and strategies for eliminating achievement gaps. Elective course work provides you the opportunity to broaden your knowledge of learning theories or focus on special education or supervisory skills. People likely to be interested in this specialization include licensed teachers who have a passion for education at the early stages of development and want to pursue specialized preparation in that area, or who want to teach early childhood education in a higher education institution. |
| MS in Ed - Leadership for Ed Admin (For Licensed K-12 Teachers) |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings.
This state-approved master's specialization meets nationally recognized leadership standards, including the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC). This results-oriented program will prepare you to translate theory into effective school leadership practice, so you can have a profound, positive effect as you move into school administration.
State regulations vary regarding course requirements for professional licensure. For answers to questions about professional licensure, learners should consult with their home state's licensing authority and a Capella enrollment counselor.
Portfolio:
Each program includes an initial assessment of your strengths in 14 key competencies. Throughout the program you will practice and demonstrate mastery of these competencies. Each course's outcomes are captured in a program portfolio that tangibly demonstrates the new skills you have mastered. In your final course, you will complete a specialized internship that further validates your status as an exceptional educator. |
| MS in Ed-Curriculum and Instruction |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings.
Curriculum and instruction experts at the building and district level are in high demand. In this online master's degree specialization, licensed teachers will gain key competencies through theoretical study and collaboration with seasoned practitioners. You will acquire tools and techniques to help your district design instructional models and assessments that focus on increasing student achievement.
Portfolio/Practicum:
Each program includes an initial assessment of your strengths in 14 key competencies. Throughout the program you will practice and demonstrate mastery of these competencies. Each course's outcomes are captured in a program portfolio that tangibly demonstrates the new skills you have mastered. In your final course, you will complete a specialized teacher's practicum that further validates your status as an exceptional educator. |
| MS in Ed-Enrollment Management |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings. This specialization focuses on effective enrollment management, including higher education student recruitment, financial aid, predictive modeling, and student retention. This online degree program is offered in partnership with Noel-Levitz, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in higher education recruitment and retention. Graduates of this program will receive a Capella University master's degree and certification in enrollment management—a professional certificate issued by Noel-Levitz.* Capella University is currently seeking approval of this new specialization from the states of Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Kentucky, and Virginia. Please contact an enrollment counselor for current approval status. |
| MS in Ed-Instructional Design for Online Learning |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings. The online master's degree specialization in instructional design for online learning will prepare you to lead and manage instructional challenges in a variety of online educational settings in community colleges, universities, vocational, or other schools. Assignments and discussions focus on how to plan, organize, design, teach, and evaluate course work according to tested principles for online learning. |
| MS in Ed-K 12 Studies in Education |
| Our online master's degree specializations help you develop new competencies to enhance your teaching techniques or advance to administration or leadership roles.
The K–12 studies in education specialization offers the opportunity to incubate, share, and test ideas for your classroom in collaboration with experienced faculty and motivated teachers throughout the nation. The curriculum is aligned with nationally recognized teaching standards, including the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), and is designed to prepare you to produce significant improvements in student achievement.
Admission to the K–12 studies in education master's specialization requires learners to complete and submit the Capella University School of Education Certification of Teacher Licensure form. |
| MS in Ed-Leadership for Higher Education |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings. The online master's degree specialization in leadership for higher education integrates current education theory and best practices to provide you with solid, practical skills. Working with experienced leaders in higher education, you will gain valuable insights on directing community and technical colleges, universities, and other post-secondary organizations. This program is ideal for mid-career administrators who aspire to senior leadership positions. |
| MS in Ed-Postsecondary and Adult Education |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings. This master's degree specialization in postsecondary and adult education will help you develop and enhance skills for effective teaching in a variety of career and educational settings, including adult education, workforce development, continuing education, higher education, and military education. The curriculum focuses on major theories of adult learning and distance education and supports successful strategies for enhancing learning for individuals with diverse backgrounds. |
| MS in Ed-Professional Studies in Education |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings. The professional studies in education specialization will prepare you to excel as a teacher in a variety of environments, including military and nonprofit organizations, community colleges, and adult education programs. This online master's degree is specifically designed for teachers who wish to augment their current expertise through study and research in specific content areas. |
| MS in Ed-Reading and Literacy (For Licensed K-12 Teachers) |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings. This online master's degree specialization prepares K-12 classroom teachers to assess literacy and to develop, implement, and adapt reading curriculum to accommodate diverse learning styles. This specialization is offered in partnership with the University of California, Irvine Extension. Upon graduation, learners will receive a Master of Science from Capella University and a reading certificate from UC-Irvine Extension. This certificate is approved by the state of California and is aligned with nationally recognized teaching standards established by the International Reading Association (IRA). State regulations vary regarding course requirements for professional licensure. For answers to questions about professional licensure, learners should consult with their home state's licensing authority and a Capella enrollment counselor. |
| MS in Ed-Training and Performance Improvement |
| Our master’s degree specializations are designed to increase your professional depth and effectiveness in diverse educational, corporate, traditional, and online settings. The master's degree specialization in training and performance improvement is designed for professionals in roles that include training specialist, career counselor, professional coach, sales trainer, adult educator, and performance improvement consultant. Based on the American Society of Training and Development's (ASTD) Human Performance Improvement Model, this online program will teach you how to apply human performance technology to improve productivity in various organizational settings. |
| PhD in Ed - Curriculum and Instruction |
| Our online PhD specializations will help you strengthen critical thinking, research, and problem solving skills. Our doctoral program is consistently updated to ensure that our learners can meet modern challenges in education with today's best practices.
Curriculum and instruction experts at the building and district level are in high demand. In this online doctoral specialization, licensed teachers can gain key competencies through theoretical study and collaboration with seasoned practitioners. This specialization focuses on tools and techniques to prepare learners for leadership curriculum and instructional improvement using instructional models and assessments increase student achievement.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. At specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length.
Capella University is seeking approval of this specialization in the state of Georgia. Contact an enrollment counselor for current approval status in this state. |
| PhD in Ed - K-12 Studies in Education |
| Our online PhD specializations will help you strengthen critical thinking, research, and problem solving skills. Our doctoral program is consistently updated to ensure that our learners can meet modern challenges in education with today's best practices.
The K-12 studies in education specialization is designed for K–12 career-oriented professionals who wish to excel as scholar-practitioners. You will study current issues in education with a focus on research-based competencies. The flexibility of this specialization allows you to create an individualized doctoral program that fits your unique interests, from the instruction of specific subjects to broad topics such as leadership.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length.
Capella University is seeking approval of this specialization in the state of Georgia. Contact an enrollment counselor for current approval status in this state. |
| PhD in Ed - Special Education Leadership |
| Strengthen your ability to oversee and advocate for the growing number of students who need special education services, and contribute to the field through your own doctoral research. Aligned with standards of the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) and the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), this specialization provides a strong foundation in general K-12 educational administration, along with focused course work in special education administration, instructional strategies, law, and finance. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing special education leadership positions at the building, district, state, or national level, or higher education faculty or consulting positions in the field of special education. |
| PhD in Ed-Instructional Design for Online Learning |
| Our online PhD in education prepares you to meet the challenges in education with today’s best practices with current curriculum grounded in educational theory for 21st century educators. In this online PhD specialization in instructional design, you will gain the knowledge and skills to lead and manage instructional challenges in a variety of online settings. You will apply current instructional theory to organize, design, teach, and evaluate course work according to tested principles for online education. Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Ed-Leadership for Higher Education |
| Our online PhD in education prepares you to meet the challenges in education with today’s best practices with current curriculum grounded in educational theory for 21st century educators. The leadership for higher education specialization prepares learners for senior positions in community colleges, universities, or other postsecondary institutions. The curriculum will prepare you to be a bold, innovative, and ethical leader. You will develop key problem-solving and research skills that will transfer to the leadership challenges you will face in positions such as department chair, academic dean, provost, or president. Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Ed-Leadership in Educational Administration |
| Our online PhD in education prepares you to meet the challenges in education with today’s best practices with current curriculum grounded in educational theory for 21st century educators. The leadership in educational administration specialization is aligned with nationally recognized school leadership standards including the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC). Throughout your course work and research, you will develop leadership and problem-solving skills that will help you become a confident, innovative, and successful administrative leader. This PhD specialization is state-approved in Minnesota and may lead to principal or superintendent licensure depending on the requirements in your home state. Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Ed-Postsecondary and Adult Education |
| Our online PhD in education prepares you to meet the challenges in education with today’s best practices with current curriculum grounded in educational theory for 21st century educators. The postsecondary and adult education specialization will enhance your ability to teach in a variety of settings. The curriculum focuses on major theories of adult learning and distance education and on the application of theory to develop effective learning communities. You will develop critical analysis and research skills and gain the knowledge necessary to develop best practices in postsecondary instruction with an emphasis on creating productive learning environments for individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Ed-Professional Studies in Education |
| Our online PhD in education prepares you to meet the challenges in education with today’s best practices with current curriculum grounded in educational theory for 21st century educators. The PhD specialization in professional studies in education is designed for experienced educators who wish to excel as teachers, consultants, or researchers. This online degree program provides optimal opportunity to focus on areas of study that interest you most. You will be presented with the knowledge needed to develop advanced skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and research that will enable you to grow in your profession. Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Ed-Training and Performance Improvement |
| Our online PhD in education prepares you to meet the challenges in education with today’s best practices with current curriculum grounded in educational theory for 21st century educators.
This PhD specialization will help you combine practice with theory and advanced skills in critical thinking, research, and problem solving by deepening your understanding of strategic and tactical issues that are critical to the success of performance improvement interventions. The training and performance improvement curriculum is based on the Human Performance Model developed by the American Society of Training and Development (ASTD).
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| Post-master's Certificate - Enrollment Management |
| Our online certificate programs meet the same high academic standards as our online degree programs. Graduate certificates are an ideal way to update your skills or pursue focused knowledge in a new area of interest.
In today’s competitive recruiting environment, colleges and universities need professionals who can help maintain strong enrollments. This certificate is designed for postsecondary administrators and staff who want to take the lead in enrollment management. It is offered in association with Noel-Levitz®, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in higher education recruitment and retention. Upon successful completion, you also receive a Noel-Levitz enrollment management certificate. Courses cover management skills, such as effective marketing techniques, strategic planning, leveraging the latest technologies, and understanding regulatory parameters. Through focused scholarship, prepare yourself for mid- or executive-level positions in admissions, financial aid, academic advising, or student support. Certificate credits earned can be applied to either of two Capella doctoral specializations in the School of Education: Leadership for Higher Education or Professional Studies in Education |
| Post-masters Certificate - College Teaching |
| Our online certificate programs meet the same high academic standards as our online degree programs. Graduate certificates are an ideal way to update your skills or pursue focused knowledge in a new area of interest.
The post-master's certificate in college teaching is designed to assist college-level academic subject experts in mastering instructional skills, including the ability to teach effectively online. This specialization prepares experts to excel as teachers by acquiring knowledge of learning theory, educational philosophy, classroom assessment, and course design; and by developing essential instructional skills. Graduate certificate credits can be applied toward our PhD program.
Licensure. State regulations vary regarding course requirements for professional licensure. For answers to questions about professional licensure, learners should consult with their home state's licensing authority.
To assist you in describing Capella University and our master's degree specializations to your staff development coordinator or principal, enrollment counselors will provide fact sheets that detail program quality and how program outcomes align with national standards.
Residency Requirements:
One week colloquium session (Track I) |
| MS in Psych - Clinical Psychology |
| Our online master’s degree in psychology allows you to further develop your socialization into the field of psychology through foundational courses and interaction with faculty who are accomplished professionals in their field. This clinical psychology master’s degree specialization is designed for those interested in pursuing the doctoral degree. You will develop theoretical understanding, and research and assessment skills applicable to a clinical setting. While some learners may pursue licensure as psychology assistants or technicians, this specialization does not prepare graduates for licensure as independent, professional counselors or psychologists. Capella University offers a PsyD specialization in clinical psychology that complements this master's degree. Residency Requirements: Three week-long master's degree colloquia, each taken during specific milestones in your program. Note: Master's degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for licensure as clinical psychologists. |
| MS in Psych - Counseling Psychology |
| Our online master’s degree in psychology allows you to further develop your socialization into the field of psychology through foundational courses and interaction with faculty who are accomplished professionals in their field. Through this rigorous online curriculum you will gain an understanding of counseling theory and the development of psychological testing skills. While some master's degree graduates may pursue licensure as psychology assistants or technicians, this specialization does not prepare graduates for licensure as an independent, professional counselor or psychologist. Capella University offers a PsyD specialization in counseling psychology that complements this master's degree. Residency Requirements: Three week-long master's degree colloquia, each taken during specific milestones in your program. Note: Master's degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for licensure as counseling psychologists. |
| MS in Psych - Educational Psychology |
| Our online master’s degree in psychology allows you to further develop your socialization into the field of psychology through foundational courses and interaction with faculty who are accomplished professionals in their field. This master's degree specialization in educational psychology will prepare you for a career teaching at the community college level or working with agencies serving a broad spectrum of age levels. You will gain an understanding of computer-mediated instructional strategies in education, adult learning, instructional design, and stages of development for different ages. Note: Master's degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for licensure as professional counselors or psychologists. |
| MS in Psych - Evaluation, Reasearch, and Measurement |
| Gain a competitive edge in the field of psychology by developing your research, measurement, and evaluation skills. This specialization is designed to strengthen your ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to assist individuals and organizations with planning and decision making. The curriculum includes course work in inferential statistics, research methods, data analysis, survey construction, and program evaluation. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing research or upper-level positions in research, assessment, and analysis with higher education, credentialing, or accrediting agencies. |
| MS in Psych - General Psychology |
| Our online master’s degree in psychology allows you to further develop your socialization into the field of psychology through foundational courses and interaction with faculty who are accomplished professionals in their field.
The general psychology online master's degree specialization offers a broad overview of psychology plus the flexibility to deepen your knowledge by selecting electives in your area of interest including health, family, and addictions psychology. You may choose the general specialization as an opportunity to explore the curriculum and advanced studies at the doctoral level later.
Note: Master's degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for licensure as professional counselors or psychologists. |
| MS in Psych - Industrial/Organizational Psychology |
| Our online master’s degree in psychology allows you to further develop your socialization into the field of psychology through foundational courses and interaction with faculty who are accomplished professionals in their field. This specialization in industrial/organizational psychology offers a study of the application of behavior principles and research findings in the workplace and other organizational settings. You will learn about leadership theories, group development, conflict management, and organizational change strategies. Upon completion, you will be prepared to conduct workplace testing and assessment, to teach at the community college level, or to pursue consulting, professional coaching, or human resource management positions. Note: Master's degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for licensure as professional counselors or psychologists. |
| MS in Psych - Leadership Coaching Psychology |
| Sharpen your skills and establish your credentials in the fast-growing field of executive coaching. This specialization offers a rare opportunity to develop coaching expertise within an MS in Psychology program. The curriculum, based on competencies outlined by the International Coaching Federation and the Society for Industrial Psychology, prepares you to apply psychological theory and practices to help organizational leaders meet their professional and personal potential. People who choose this specialization are often organizational, clinical, or counseling psychologists who want to develop a coaching practice, or human resources professionals with internal responsibility for executive coaching and leadership development. |
| MS in Psych - Organizational Leader Development |
| Position yourself to fill the leadership shortage projected by many of today’s businesses. This specialization focuses on the psychological principles of effective leadership, including course work in group psychology, psychological principles of strategic planning, psychology of leadership, and performance enhancement and motivation. It is designed to enhance your understanding of essential leadership characteristics and prepare you to effectively guide individuals, teams, and organizations. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing leadership or consulting positions within business, government, and other settings. |
| MS in Psych - School Psychology |
| Our online master’s degree in psychology allows you to further develop your socialization into the field of psychology through foundational courses and interaction with faculty who are accomplished professionals in their field.
The school psychology specialization will prepare you to be an advocate for school-age children and adolescents, stressing respect for individual differences, collaborative problem solving, and empirically-based interventions. Upon graduation, learners are prepared to apply a systems-based approach to address the social, emotional, academic, behavioral, and cognitive well-being of learners. Graduates of this program are typically employed by public school districts, but may also seek employment with community agencies, specialized school settings, or education cooperatives. Learners interested in applying for state licensure or national certification as a school psychologist will need to enroll in both this master's degree specialization and the specialist certificate in school psychology.
Residency Requirements: Two week-long residential colloquia and four weekends-in-residence. |
| MS in Psych - Sport Psychology |
| Our online master’s degree in psychology allows you to further develop your socialization into the field of psychology through foundational courses and interaction with faculty who are accomplished professionals in their field.
This master's degree specialization in sport psychology will prepare you to apply current theory and research skills to improve the effectiveness of your work with amateur and professional athletes on performance, stress management, and motivation issues. Alternatively, you may choose to apply these techniques to the performance of managers and executives in the business world.
Note: Master's degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for licensure as counselors or psychologists. |
| PhD in Psych - Educational Psychology |
| Our online PhD in psychology meets the high academic standards of doctoral study through advanced studies focusing on research and scholarship in a particular discipline. The PhD specialization in educational psychology focuses on education and research through all stages of the lifespan. Doctoral learners will acquire a broad base of information about teaching and learning, development, research methods, and data analysis. Course content includes adult learning, instructional design, and computer-mediated instruction, as well as child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric psychology. Learners frequently pursue careers in teaching, administration, research, or consulting. Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length. |
| PhD in Psych - General Psychology |
| Our online PhD in psychology meets the high academic standards of doctoral study through advanced studies focusing on research and scholarship in a particular discipline.
The PhD in general psychology is offered to those learners who wish a great deal of flexibility in designing and individualizing their education by selecting from a wide range of elective course offerings based on personal and professional goals. The curriculum can be concentrated in areas such as addictions, family, sport, health psychology, or other areas of interest. Learners can also choose electives to form an individualized program of study based on their unique areas of interest.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length.
Note: These degree requirements are not designed for licensure as a professional psychologist. |
| PhD in Psych - Industrial/Organizational Psychology |
| Our online PhD in psychology meets the high academic standards of doctoral study through advanced studies focusing on research and scholarship in a particular discipline.
The PhD specialization in industrial/organizational psychology is designed for learners interested in workplace and organizational behavior. You will gain in-depth knowledge of leadership issues, group development, organizational change strategies, motivational and performance enhancement, and human resources management. Doctoral graduates typically pursue positions as independent consultants, coaches to senior management, university instructors, and other leadership positions in business, government, and higher education.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each one week in length.
Note: These degree requirements are not designed for licensure as a professional psychologist. |
| PsyD in Psych - Clinical Psychology |
| This clinical psychology doctoral program provides learners with comprehensive clinical training, including psychopathology, psychological testing, and psychotherapy. Because this specialization is designed to prepare learners for state licensure eligibility as a clinical psychologist,+ it is a rigorous program that requires online course work, residency, and field training experiences. People who choose this specialization typically pursue careers as independent clinical psychologists, but may also pursue consulting, research, program administration, or higher education faculty positions. |