School Details
Online learning with CSP Global allows students to achieve their goals while balancing work and family. Fully online degrees are available in business, IT, criminal justice, education, healthcare, and more.
Why choose Concordia University, St. Paul online?
- Experienced faculty providing academic and career guidance
- Flexibility and convenience
- Competitive tuition rates
Accreditation & Licensing
Concordia University, St. Paul is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
In the fully online Associate of Arts in General Studies from Concordia University, St. Paul, you’ll gain the crucial skills you need to succeed in your future academic and professional pursuits. With support from expert faculty, you’ll develop and practice time management, goal setting, and study skills.
The curriculum for the 60-credit-hour online A.A. in General Studies includes writing, communication, fine arts, science, and global studies. You’ll also be able to personalize your degree with 15 credit hours of elective courses that match your interests and goals. Through this program, you’ll also receive career advice and strategies to improve your résumé.
You can complete the associate degree in general studies in two years. The time it takes you to finish will hinge on transfer credits and general education coursework. You can transfer up to 30 credit hours from a regionally accredited institution toward this degree program, and our team of specialists will guide you through the process.
In addition to financing your online education with federal student aid and private loans, CSP Global offers online students a tuition discount. Transfer students could receive $2,000 or more through transfer partnerships and transfer student awards. Concordia University, St. Paul and CSP Global is also a Military Friendly® institution. With no application fee and a free transfer credit evaluation, now is a great time to start your education journey with Concordia University, St. Paul.
Receive the support you need to finish your bachelor’s degree online with CSP Global’s B.A. in General Studies. This program accepts up to 90 transfer credits and offers the flexibility you need to finish your degree without putting your life on hold – all from the most affordable private college in the Twin Cities.
In online courses, you’ll gain the foundational knowledge you need to progress in your career. Learning from expert faculty in a supportive online environment, you’ll build valuable communication, critical thinking, professionalism, and leadership skills and choose a business, health care, technology, or general emphasis to earn a bachelor’s degree that’s personalized to your interests.
You’ll study a relevant, real-world curriculum and choose 15 elective courses to graduate with a degree that fits your goals. This program also includes a culminating Capstone course to solidify your skills under online mentorship from one of CSP Global’s experienced faculty members.
With six start dates per year, it’s always a good time to apply to CSP Global. Graduate with your bachelor’s degree online from an accredited university in as little as two years. No app fee or test scores are required. Apply now.
Business
Finish your degree with the B.A. in Business Administration online at Concordia University, St. Paul. You’ll focus on the core areas of business including marketing, finance, management, law, economics, and accounting. The program emphasizes international perspectives, environmental sustainability, and ethics, so you graduate as a well-rounded business professional who’s ready to make a difference.
The program is taught by skilled industry professionals who guide you through coursework and case studies in which you investigate a variety of business decisions and develop solutions to situations you may face in the business world.
By graduation, you’re ready for a career in the sector you choose — business settings, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations will all benefit from your combined skill set. You can look forward to roles in management, communication, project management, finance, accounting, marketing, and other areas of business.
CSP Global graduates with a B.A. in Business Administration earn the highest salaries among alumni from private Minnesota colleges and universities — so you can be confident you’re ready to advance your career at graduation.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Preserve the financial health of businesses and organizations as an accountant. Finish your degree with the B.S. in Accounting online with Concordia University, St. Paul and gain a strategic approach to problem-solving with a comprehensive understanding of accounting trends, rules, and regulations.
Throughout the program, you gain the hybrid skills and knowledge you need to be a successful accountant in any organization. You’ll build a strong business foundation with core coursework in marketing principles, organizational behavior, business analytics, and microeconomics so you understand how numbers, and people, interact across an organization.
Accounting coursework covers intermediate and advanced levels of accounting, as well as each area of accounting including financial, cost, and managerial. You’ll also study auditing, federal income tax, and how to manage finances and business strategy. You’ll emerge from the program as a well-rounded accountant who understands the accounting profession is about more than just numbers.
By graduation, you can look forward to accepting a position as a corporate accountant, credit analyst, loan officer, treasurer, and more. You’re ready for accounting roles in the sector you choose — business settings, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations will all benefit from your combined skill set.
The B.S. in Accounting program is built on a core business-education foundation, which helps prepare you to earn the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certifications later.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Tap into one of the fastest-growing fields by getting a bachelor’s in digital marketing online from Concordia University, St. Paul. Companies in nearly all industries are turning to digital spaces for advertising, so there’s never been a greater need for qualified digital marketing professionals. Gain real-world skills in CSP Global’s 100% online B.S. in Digital Marketing – topics include e-commerce, direct marketing, digital advertising, data analysis, and social media strategy.
The program’s curriculum is project-based and designed by marketing professionals with extensive experience. That means that you will develop practical marketing skills that will be immediately relevant in the business world after you graduate. You’ll graduate ready to execute email strategies, social media campaigns, and search engine optimization (SEO) methods to help businesses expand their reach.
You’ll also develop a robust foundation in consumer behavior, social media marketing, and data analysis tools like Google Analytics and Facebook Insights. By the end of the program, you will have created a comprehensive marketing portfolio that you can use on the job market.
Request more information about the bachelor’s in digital marketing from CSP Global today.
Achieve results through people. Finish your degree online in Concordia University, St. Paul’s B.S. in Human Resource Management to start your career in the HR field.
Coursework covers key topics in business and leadership as it relates to the field. This means you’ll study accounting, marketing, analytics, and strategic planning along with recruitment, compensation systems, and organizational change.
You graduate prepared to take on leadership roles in HR that can benefit employees and the organization.
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has recognized our program is aligned with their HR Curriculum Guidebook and templates.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Take the next step in your IT career with CSP Global’s online B.S. in Information Systems degree. With convenient asynchronous courses, you’ll explore the latest technical innovations, learn to apply them to organizational goals, and gain strategies for managing technical teams.
Guided by faculty members who are experts in the field, you’ll engage in scenario-based learning to build proficiency in Agile management, cyber defense, data analytics, information science, project management, and more. Throughout your courses, you’ll complete a professional portfolio of your work to demonstrate applied tech skills and graduate with projects that are ready to share with potential employers.
Information systems skills are increasingly important to businesses, creating high demand. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects much faster than average growth for computer and information technology occupations this decade, and a bachelor’s degree in information systems can help you pursue several roles in this sector. After graduation, you’ll be ready to apply for high-growth careers such as computer and information systems manager, computer systems analyst, database administrator, technical support manager, and more.
This program includes 120 credit hours of study but can be completed faster with transfer credits. With six start dates per year and no application fee, it’s always a good time to apply. Learn more today.
Become a strategic manager who can effect change in an organization. In the online B.A. in Management and Leadership degree at Concordia University, St. Paul, the functions of leadership come to life through strategic planning, negotiation skills, and positive conflict management.
Experiential coursework has you lead a team, manage a complex project, and guide an organization through innovative change. You’ll understand how to better comprehend and direct change using critical thinking and decision-making skills.
By graduation, you have the confidence to make crucial ethical decisions in organizations and step into a management role.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Make every person in your organization count. In the M.A. in Human Resource Management degree online at Concordia University, St. Paul, you’ll develop key skills in leadership, finance, and evidence-based strategy so you can innovate and implement ideas that impact HR responsibilities within the organization.
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has recognized our program is aligned with their HR Curriculum Guidebook and templates.
Coursework centers on the human resource role as a strategic partner within an organization to maximize the return on investment from their employees. Throughout the program, you’ll cover leadership, ethics, strategy, research, and law amid advanced courses in compensation and benefits, recruiting, retention, and organizational development.
You graduate prepared to take on senior roles in HR such as manager, director, or vice president of HR.
CSP Global puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
Shape the future of business with the online Master of Business Administration from Concordia University, St. Paul. This program is designed to provide a cross-functional view of business processes and deliver valuable expertise for the next phase of your career. The CSP Global MBA can be completed in two years or less, and GRE or GMAT scores are not required for admission.
Our curriculum is grounded in systems thinking, strategic decision-making, and effective communication. You’ll graduate ready to solve complex challenges and drive innovation for professional success. Throughout the program, you’ll learn to use technology and tools specific to your industry and complete real-world projects in each course to build a professional portfolio. Online MBA students also benefit from personalized support from our Career Services team.
You have the option to choose from 10 industry-driven emphasis areas to customize your studies for your specific career goals: accounting, artificial intelligence, business analytics, cybersecurity, digital marketing, finance, health care management, human resources, organizational leadership, or project management.
CSP Global puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format. You can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position. We also accept transfer credits to help you finish your degree faster.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations while preparing for leadership roles and the CPA or CMA exam.
Course topics: Auditing, risk assessment, financial reporting, tax regulation, and accounting processes
Learn to leverage data insights to optimize business processes and gain a competitive advantage in today’s data-driven world.
Course topics: Data engineering, big data, data mining, predictive analytics, and data visualization
Build the advanced foundation required to lead digital marketing teams or launch your own marketing firm.
Course topics: Search engine optimization, audience analytics, consumer experience, social media marketing, branding, and storytelling
Develop the expertise to advise financial institutions and optimize corporate strategy to maximize sustainable financial growth.
Course topics: Wealth management, corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial technology
Study human capital management and strategic HR practices to prepare for SHRM certification, lead HR departments, shape organizational culture, and drive personnel development.
Course topics: Compensation and benefits, recruitment and retention, and HR information systems
Gain the skills needed to lead and inspire teams, drive positive change, and foster a culture of innovation and excellence in any organization.
Course topics: Culture management, crisis communication, project management, and leadership
Prepare for the PMP® exam and develop the expertise to lead projects using the latest project management best practices.
Course topics: Agile project management, scheduling and planning, risk assessment, cost management, and data visualization
Computer Science & IT
Prepare for a career in the technology field with the B.S. in Computer Science degree online at Concordia University, St. Paul. You’ll learn to analyze problems and design solutions using computer science techniques while practicing valuable interpersonal skills related to the field.
Coursework covers the core topics of computer science such as programming languages, computer architecture, data structures, operating systems, databases, web systems, and software engineering. You also build soft skills and experience in teamwork and communications with stakeholders as well as project management techniques.
By graduation, you can step into a technology career with confidence. You’re ready for roles such as a software developer or engineer, database administrator, systems analyst, quality assurance engineer, web developer, and more.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Prepare for in-demand AI career paths including consultant, ethics specialist, trainer, business intelligence developer, and AI product manager.
Course topics: Machine learning, large language models, neural networks, reinforcement learning, and computer vision
Artificial intelligence has the potential to reshape nearly every industry, creating opportunities for leaders versed in machine learning, neural networks, and other advanced concepts. To develop the expertise needed to harness the power of AI, pursue your Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence degree online with Concordia University, St. Paul.
This program imparts comprehensive knowledge of AI technologies used across organizational settings. While studying online, you’ll engage in immersive learning experiences that deliver skills for spearheading AI solutions. Ethical considerations underpin the coursework, helping you build more than technical proficiencies — you’ll also learn to deploy AI technologies responsibly.
CSP Global’s expert faculty members align the curriculum with industry needs, equipping you with the skills that employers demand. The courses delve into machine learning, data analysis and visualization, natural language processing, and other topics central to innovative careers. After earning your M.S. in Artificial Intelligence degree, you’ll be ready to seek roles in AI engineering, data analysis, and beyond.
Embark on a transformative journey to becoming an innovative leader with the online M.S. in Artificial Intelligence from CSP Global. The program is designed for students with any background and seasoned technical professionals, with no application fee and no GRE/GMAT requirement. Get started now to finish in as few as 1.5 years.
The Master of Science in Computer Science online program from CSP Global offers advanced knowledge of cutting-edge technology and applied skills for today’s culture of technological disruption. With this program’s blend of theory, research, problem-solving techniques, and hands-on practice, you’ll graduate ready to advance in computer science careers across industries.
In flexible online courses led by faculty members who are industry experts, you’ll engage in scenario-based learning and build proficiency in multiple programming languages as well as AI, algorithms, machine learning, and more. Before graduation, you’ll complete a professional portfolio to demonstrate real-world application of your advanced expertise for future employers.
Computer and IT jobs are some of the fastest growing occupations in the nation, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. With skills from CSP Global’s online M.S. in Computer Science program, you can enter or advance in several roles within this sector. Aim for a career as a computer and information research scientist, computer systems analyst, information security analyst, network administrator, and more.
This program accepts transfer credits for up to 50% of the total course requirements, allowing you to complete this 30-credit master’s degree in as little as 18 months. With six start dates per year and no application fee, it’s always a good time to apply. Learn more about the M.S. in Computer Science from CSP Global today.
CSP Global’s online Master of Science in Data Science degree delivers the data-focused skills to solve problems, make decisions, and develop innovative insights. In convenient, asynchronous online courses, you’ll learn from faculty members who are industry experts and can prepare you with the most valuable knowledge for the future of your career.
This program emphas hands-on, scenario-based learning, so you’ll build deep knowledge of topics in data engineering, data analysis, predictive modeling, data visualization, ethical practices, and more. You’ll gain applied tech skills through platforms like AWS, Codio, and Lucidchart and discover the algorithms and applications behind AI technology. In each course, you’ll add to your professional portfolio, ensuring that you graduate with projects that demonstrate real-world application of your advanced expertise.
Knowledge in data science is highly sought-after in today’s industries, so careers are growing quickly. After earning your master’s degree in data science from CSP Global, you can benefit from this expansion by pursuing a career as a database administrator, database architect, software developer, quality assurance analyst, and more.
You can complete this 30-credit master’s degree in 18 months, or faster with transfer credits. With six intakes per year and no application fee, it’s always a good time to apply. Learn more about the online M.S. in Data Science from CSP Global today.
Build the in-demand expertise you need to advance in your field with CSP Global’s online Master of Science in Information Technology. Learning from faculty members who are industry experts, you’ll gain the broad range of technical, managerial, and problem-solving skills needed to design, implement, and manage cutting-edge IT architecture and infrastructures.
This program features flexible, asynchronous courses that empha scenario-based learning to help you gain knowledge you can use right away in your current position. Build applied tech skills through platforms like AWS, Codio, and Lucidchart, and take engaging courses that explore topics such as artificial intelligence, cloud architecture, project management, and more. In each class, you’ll add to a professional portfolio of projects that demonstrate real-world application of your advanced skills.
IT is increasingly important to modern businesses, so your online degree can lead to rewarding, high-paying positions. Upon graduation, you can pursue roles such as IT business analyst, database administrator, database architect, project manager, and others.
You can complete this 30-credit master’s degree in 18 months, or faster with transfer credits. With six intakes per year and no application fee, it’s always a good time to apply. Learn more about CSP Global’s M.S. in Information Technology today.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
Graduates of the B.A. in Criminal Justice program at Concordia University St. Paul rank in the top three for earnings among alumni from Minnesota colleges and universities. This powerful program can be studied online as experienced faculty teach you how to develop analysis, research, and critical thinking skills in this evolving field.
Coursework focuses on current research trends, professionalism, ethics, creative decision-making, and leadership development as central themes throughout the program.
The degree offers Minnesota POST licensure and non-POST licensure tracks.
By graduation, you can take on roles as a police officer, detective, agent, and more.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Graduates from the M.A. in Criminal Justice Leadership degree online at Concordia University, St. Paul earn the highest salaries among alumni from Minnesota colleges and universities. This powerful program positions you for leadership opportunities in criminal investigation, forensics, security management, and many other areas.
You’ll connect with experienced faculty to study applied ethics and contemporary issues in criminal justice leadership while learning about research methods, how to access resources, and correctional design.
By graduation, you’re ready to take on titles such as a corrections supervisor, profiler, police supervisor, forensic examiner, or emergency management director.
CSP Global puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
Develop specialized expertise to protect organizations from cyber threats, manage risks, and lead cybersecurity initiatives.
Course topics: Security operations, risk management, security assessment and testing, and access management
CSP Global’s Master of Science in Cybersecurity online program is designed to help you integrate cybersecurity into your information technology career. You could advance in your current role or become an information security analyst, cybersecurity analyst, data scientist, software developer, quality tester, and more. You’ll hone the skills to protect vital digital assets across industries.
Coursework for the M.S. in Cybersecurity utilizes a DevOps perspective, including the Agile model/delivery format that drives how most organizations’ digital programs and processes operate. Your curriculum will include courses such as Information Security Operations, Managing a Secure Enterprise, Cyber Defense, and Research in Information Technology.
Upon graduation, you’ll have the academic experience needed to pursue the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) credential, the predominant certification in the cybersecurity field. Plus, your advanced skills and expertise can help you advance in your current role or step into other cybersecurity-related careers such as information security manager, cybersecurity analyst, data scientist, and more.
CSP Global accepts transfer credits for up to 50% of the requirements for this program, so you can complete this 30-credit master’s degree in as little as 18 months. With six start dates per year and no application fee, it’s always a good time to apply. Request more information today.
Education
In the fully online, 64-credit-hour Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Concordia University, St. Paul, you’ll acquire the fundamental knowledge you need to pursue a career as an educator while gaining additional insight into the developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning environments for children. You can complete the degree in two years by transferring a maximum of 30 credit hours.
Concordia University, St. Paul’s early childhood education associate degree is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation and meets the standards of the Child Development Associate National Credentialing program. These professional associations ensure high quality and educational innovation.
In the coursework for the associate degree in early childhood education, you will study growth and development through the theories of Piaget, Erickson, and other experts. Topics include the biological growth and development of children, developmentally appropriate practices for working with children, and the effect that play has on development.
In addition to financing your online education with federal student aid and private loans, CSP Global offers online students a tuition discount. In addition, transfer students could receive $2,000 or more through partnerships and student awards. Concordia University, St. Paul and CSP Global is also a Military Friendly® institution. With no application fee and a free transfer credit evaluation, now is a great time to start your education journey with CSP Global.
Inspire a life-long love of learning in young minds. Finish your degree online in the B.A. in Child Development at Concordia University, St. Paul to become a preschool teacher or daycare director. You’ll study the social, emotional, and physical development of children, infants, and toddlers, as well as appropriate practices in early childhood education.
See how play equates to learning, understand language development, and learn how to educate dual-language learners and young children who have special needs. Coursework addresses the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards for initial professional preparation, including completing fieldwork at a licensed child care or early childhood learning center.
By graduation, you can create an inclusive and effective learning environment for young children and make ethical decisions as an early childhood professional.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Advance your career in early childhood education. The Master of Arts in Education — Early Childhood Education degree offered online at Concordia University, St. Paul, teaches you to think critically, communicate effectively, and solve the many challenges of early childhood education pragmatically.
Coursework focuses on strategies and best practices that are rooted in theory and philosophy and supported by research. All coursework addresses the standards set by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for advanced professional preparation.
By graduation, you can interpret, evaluate, apply research, and connect theory to practice related to all areas of early childhood education to improve learning outcomes and the business of early childhood education.
CSP Global puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
Get ready for a sports management career. The M.S. in Coaching and Athletic Administration degree online at Concordia University, St. Paul focuses on leadership and administration skills specific to the sports industry. It delivers valuable insight into athlete scouting, recruitment, coaching principles, and athletic motivation, along with sport-specific nutrition and training programs.
Coursework takes an integrative approach so you emerge from the program with a holistic view of the industry so you’re well prepared to solve industry challenges. Courses include the business of sports, including budgeting, fundraising and sales, and management in leadership and research.
By graduation, you’re prepared for in-demand careers in sports, coaching, and athletic training.
CSP Global puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
Healthcare
Prepare for a career helping others maximize their physical performance as a coach, personal trainer, or health and wellness educator. The B.A. in Exercise degree online at Concordia University, St. Paul focuses on kinesiology concepts in human movement, exercise, and management.
Coursework takes on an integrative approach. Topics studied include exercise physiology, assessment, and prescription, as well as mind/body coursework in health psychology, applied nutrition, and functional anatomy and biomechanics. You’ll also learn about research and sports business, and complete an internship to prepare for your next step.
By graduation, you can step into your new career with confidence and go on to graduate studies in aging, athletic training, biomechanics, chiropractic, exercise physiology, human growth, sports management, sport psychology, and more.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Lead your health care team successfully as you navigate constant, rapid industry changes. Finish your degree online in the B.A. in Healthcare Administration at Concordia University, St. Paul so you know how to explore the current trends and events in the health care industry while you evaluate the various business principles that affect the trends.
Coursework covers the key topics you need to master leadership and business principles in this niche environment. Communication, diversity, ethics, and strategic leadership courses are equal to those in economics, finance, compliance and regulatory requirements, and information systems.
By graduation, you’re well prepared to take on management roles in the rapidly growing health care industry.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Become a 21st-century leader who will shape the future of health care. In the online Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Care Management degree at Concordia University, St. Paul, you discover how business principles affect the industry so you can lead your teams to better business and patient outcomes.
The program is grounded in business analytics, strategic decision-making, and effective communication so you’re prepared to provide innovative solutions to the many challenges of health-care management.
As an MBA student, you’re enrolled in CSP Global’s Innovative Mentor and Managerial Application Portfolio program so you’re supported through your studies and set up for success beyond graduation. Within this program, each MBA student has a designated MBA-faculty mentor to support and guide them through graduate school. Your faculty mentor will act as a personal business coach to help you develop networking strategies, polish interpersonal skills, and help enhance your resume.
CSP Global puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
The M.S. in Exercise Science degree online at Concordia University, St. Paul is designed to provide an advanced skill set to current and future-exercise science professionals so they may better optimize their clients’ health.
Coursework takes on an integrative approach. Major topics include exercise physiology and testing, applied exercise prescription, biomechanics, nutrition, and metabolism as well as the psychology of sport and exercise.
You learn how to create safe exercise tests to then prescribe exercise programs that focus on health, disease prevention, and chronic disease management for diverse populations. You can understand exercise principles, strength and conditioning concepts, and nutritional influences on the body’s physiological adaptation to exercise, and know the difference between the various research methodologies and when it’s appropriate to use each of them.
By graduation, you can step into your new career in a public, private, or corporate setting with confidence. You’ll know you can successfully take the right psychological approach to optimize a client’s health through exercise, choosing from a number of options. You can take on new leadership roles within the industry in areas such as strength and conditioning, coaching, health and wellness, and clinical practice, including rehabilitation.
CSP Global puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
Build on your passion for athletics by preparing for careers in the sports and fitness industries with the Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning program from CSP Global. This online program provides specialized expertise for designing exercise and training programs that enable athletes to reach higher levels of performance.
CSP Global’s strength and conditioning program offers courses in exercise physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, and more. You’ll learn about the most recent evidence-based techniques in strength and conditioning. To further enhance your qualifications, the courses prepare you to sit for valuable certifications, such as Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the NSCA.
Each online course lasts eight weeks, providing flexibility to continue working while earning your master’s degree. Learn from faculty with impressive professional backgrounds, benefitting from their experience with athletics departments, human performance organizations, health and wellness organizations in health care, and beyond.
The M.S. in Strength and Conditioning program opens doors to opportunities across athletics and wellness. Careers to consider after graduation include strength coaching at the high school, collegiate, and professional levels and top-tier personal trainer positions with fitness centers.
Most students will graduate within two years, but you can finish in under a year by transferring credits for up to 50% of the coursework. Learn more today.
Psychology & Human Services
Gain a deeper understanding of psychology concepts and applications to understand what motivates human behavior and personal development. The B.A. in Psychology degree online at Concordia University, St. Paul delivers deep knowledge of social behaviors and investigative research.
Coursework covers key topics in psychology such as lifespan development, personality theories, and social and abnormal psychology. You’ll learn what affects cognition, learning and memory, study research methods, and complete an internship to gain experience.
By graduation, you can use your understanding of human behavior to take on challenging roles in business and as a strong foundation for a master’s program.
CSP Global online puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits, so you can earn your degree faster and advance your career sooner.
Concordia University, St. Paul’s online Certificate in Forensic Behavioral Health is built to help human services professionals advance in their careers while improving the lives of those who are in the criminal justice and legal system – and their families.
The program’s five online classes emphasize a comprehensive approach to psychopathology, violence, risk assessment and special populations. As you learn, you’ll share knowledge and experiences with faculty who are industry experts. With a combination of evidence-based practices and therapeutic strategies from the certificate program, you’ll be able to create solutions to client cases, give credible courtroom testimony, direct individuals to appropriate community-based resources and more.
The forensic behavioral health certificate from CSP Global is the credential you need to advance in forensic psychology, criminal justice, law and other human services career paths. You could apply this certificate to many roles, including probation officer, correctional treatment specialist, juvenile justice specialist, child welfare and protection worker, detox specialist or psychiatric rehabilitation specialist. Because CSP Global’s program has AIAFS approval, the certificate is an impressive credential for courtroom advocates.
Gain skills and develop strategies to work more effectively with families and individuals affected by trauma with an online Graduate Certificate in Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care Strategies from Concordia University, St. Paul. Designed for practitioners who work with those experiencing trauma or with a history of toxic stress exposure, the 15-credit program features a modern, relevant curriculum and can be completed in just under a year.
Our courses explore topics such as trauma and stressor-related disorders, the impact of trauma on the developing brain, and the behavioral health aspects of trauma. Each class is taught by two professors from different service fields to ensure a multidisciplinary perspective. Upon graduation, learners have sought-after skills in fostering self-care, mindfulness strategies, sleep improvement strategies, crisis intervention practices, and more. Students can also build their resumes with publication in Concordia, St. Paul’s Forensic Scholars Today.
Graduates apply their skills to multiple fields in human service, criminal justice, forensic behavioral health, and family science, acting as frontline change agents. The program is approved by the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board for credit toward peace officer licensure. Students have the opportunity to transfer credits from the certificate program into CSP Global’s M.A. in Human Services with an emphasis in Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care Strategies program.
Concordia University, St. Paul offers the Master of Arts in Human Services with an emphasis in Forensic Behavioral Health in partnership with the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies. The degree is offered online and focuses on the direct relationship between behavioral health, criminal justice, and legal systems. Coursework takes a deep dive into the significant details regarding the disabilities and disorders often associated with people involved in the criminal justice, legal, and forensic behavioral health care systems. You’ll also learn the evidence-based practices and intervention strategies that have been proven to improve the lives of individuals involved in the criminal justice and legal systems. You’ll discover prevention techniques as well as common community-based resources as you develop enhanced communication skills, problem-solving, and advocacy strategies. In addition, you’ll build the credible courtroom testimony skills and the ethical and legal practices that human service professionals need to follow when working within the forensic behavioral health system. The program is not a clinical/counseling licensed program. CSP Global puts you in control of your academic schedule through an accessible and flexible online format — you can study when and where it’s best for you without taking time off from your current position.
Become a more effective and impactful professional with an online M.A. in Human Services with an emphasis in Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care Strategies from Concordia University, St. Paul. Designed for human services practitioners, the two-year program features a relevant and actionable curriculum. Our courses explore topics such as trauma and stressor-related disorders, the impact of trauma on the developing brain, and the behavioral health aspects of trauma.
With the help of experienced instructors who work in the field, students prepare to implement strategies to serve communities and individuals experiencing trauma or toxic stress exposure. Each class is taught by two professors from different human services fields to ensure a unique, multidisciplinary perspective. Upon graduation, learners have sought-after skills in fostering self-care, mindfulness strategies, sleep improvement strategies, crisis intervention practices, and more. Students can also build their resumes and careers with publication in Concordia University, St. Paul’s Forensic Scholars Today.
Graduates apply their skills to multiple fields in human services, criminal justice, forensic behavioral health, and family science, acting as frontline change agents. The program is approved by the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board for credit toward peace officer licensure.