School Details
Emporia State University offers intellectually challenging and engaging academic programs in a public institution setting. Students may earn undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of subjects in preparation for rewarding careers. Become a lifelong learner, leader, and problem-solver in society today with a degree from Emporia State University.
ESU online programs are available to the nontraditional student seeking ultimate flexibility in scheduling and balance between education and a career. Online bachelor’s degrees are offered in subjects including business, education, and interdisciplinary studies. Courses may be completely online or offered in hybrid formats.
Accreditation & Licensing
Emporia State University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The online Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree completion program from Emporia State University offers students the freedom to choose courses from the many academic departments at Emporia State while gaining essential skills and knowledge. Students are able to develop a degree plan from the ground up by selecting two or three discpilines to focus on, following along with one of the university's "interest pathway" advising guides, or designing an individual pathway in anything from Social Justice to Entrepreneurship to Community Health and Well Being.
The online Graduate Certificate in English from Emporia State University is not an English degree but an affirmation. With this certification, students are prepared to teach dual-enrollment courses in English because it shows that they have completed 18 hours of graduate-level English coursework. The curriculum is designed to teach students how to convey the written word clearly and effectively. You will also develop a deep understanding of language and literature that goes beyond an undergraduate English degree.
Business
Emporia State University offers an online Bachelor of Business Administration degree that focuses on business administration as a whole. This is a flexible degree that allows students to explore the field of business. The curriculum includes lots of opportunities for students to customize their degrees, either focusing on the areas of business that most apply to your interests and goals or studying areas you are less familiar with. Graduates are ready to enter a variety of careers including:
- Accounting
- Sales
- Advertising
- Insurance
- Banking
Since this is an online business administration degree, students do not have to sacrifice their current careers. Improve your future without interrupting your current life.
Emporia State University offers an online sports management degree, the Bachelor of Science in Sport Leadership & Recreation. This degree prepares students for leadership roles in sport and recreation industries, including careers in sport program management, state and federal agencies, sport and fitness facilities, college sport services, and more. Another option is to pursue a post-baccalaureate degree.
The curriculum focuses on sport management, event and program design, revenue management, business law, marketing, and sport psychology. To further customize your degree, minors are available in:
- Coaching Education
- Health
- Physical Education
- Sport Leadership & Recreation
The online accounting master's degree gives students the ability to understand and apply accounting applications, such as auditing, taxation, controllership and more. This degree prepares for professional accounting careers in government, management, and public accounting. It also meets the 150-hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam in Kansas and other states.
Emporia State’s accounting degree online is structured for working adults wanting to advance both personally and professionally. Benefit from 7-week accelerated courses, taught by faculty with expertise in their field.
Potential careers:
- CPA
- Forensic accountant
- Controller
Emporia State University provides a Master of Business Administration degree to the non-traditional student. This program is flexible, affordable and accessible, offered online and at an accelerated rate to the working professional. Curriculums include case-study practice, making acquired skills and techniques directly applicable to the workplace.
Graduates of this program may find fruitful careers as:
- Financial officers or advisors
- Analysts
- Directors of marketing
- Managers
- Consultants
Faculty bring real-world business experience to the online classroom, imparting essential managerial skills including decision-making, use of information systems, and more. This program is customizable through electives, including systems analysis and design, marketing analytics, consumer behavior, and electronic marketing.
A concentration in Accounting is available through the Emporia State University online MBA degree program. Students of this flexible program will gain the comprehensive skills required to move forward in financial management, reporting and more. Hone leadership abilities, critical business knowledge and accounting expertise through courses such as:
- Taxation applied to corporations and shareholders
- Advanced management
- Accounting theory
Students will engage with experienced faculty in the study of principles, regulations and management of accounting in today’s marketplace. Advanced topics include tax accounting concepts, employee compensation, operations, dissolvement, and more. Students develop into experts through this rigorous MBA program.
Emporia State University offers a Master of Business Administration degree in Information Systems to the non-traditional student. This program is offered 100% online and at an accelerated rate, giving working professionals the distinct ability to balance career and academics. Curriculums are structured to feature case study-driven practice, providing critical skills directly applicable to the workplace.
Concentrated courses for this major include:
- Systems analysis
- Systems design
- Business analytics
Graduates from this program may pursue careers as systems analysts, IT project managers, analysts, consultants and more. Learn to combine core business techniques with advanced technical comprehension to gain the upper-level positions available in today’s competitive marketplace.
An online MBA in Marketing is available through Emporia State University. This program provides students with critical knowledge and skills to lead in today’s market-centric industry. Offered at an accelerated rate and 100% online, working adults will find flexibility between career and academics. Courses include a core of advanced business topics as well as electives including:
- Marketing analytics
- Electronic marketing
- Consumer behavior
Graduates may consider professions in project management, analytics, media planners and more. Students will learn to focus on, identify, and apply marketing insights to applicable business plans. Become a leader of industry through this accessible and rigorous MBA program at ESU today.
Computer Science & IT
The online Graduate Certificate in Geospatial Analysis program helps students learn competency in geographic information systems (GIS) and global positioning systems (GPS). The curriculum is a collection of courses designed to provide training and competency in geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, global positioning system (GPS), and related technologies. The GSA graduate certificate may exist either within or independent of traditional graduate majors.
Education
You can prepare for leadership roles in higher education and information organizations with Emporia State’s Doctor of Philosophy in Library & Information Management. This online library science doctoral degree follows a 100% online format with some synchronous sessions.
The faculty maintain a strong online presence to support all students in their studies. This interdisciplinary program pulls from both the School of Library and Information Management and the Office of Graduate Studies and Research.
The library science doctorate program offers three concentrations:
- Instructional design and technology
- Information systems
- Informatics
All candidates take four foundational courses, four advanced courses in their concentration, and four research courses in preparation for their dissertation. Furthermore, a course covering teaching and learning in organizations rounds out the required courses. Graduates succeed in such roles as administration, research, or education.
Emporia State University offers an online Graduate Certificate in Archives Studies. Students in this program will prepare for careers dealing with special collections and archives. They will learn how to preserve these materials and how to manage and organize them. You will learn to provide access to these materials while preserving them as enduring cultural memories of societies. The curriculum teaches students about the uniqueness of archives materials and library special collections and the diversity of the formats in which information is organized and delivered, as well as the complexity of information organization, storage, maintenance, and preservation.
You can learn to effectively assist those with disabilities with Emporia State’s Graduate Certificate in Autistic Spectrum Disorders. This online special education graduate certificate appeals to those in the following fields:
- Education—early childhood, special education, or general
- Counseling—school or rehabilitative counseling
- Psychology
- Art therapy
With an interdisciplinary approach, this online special education program covers topics like advanced behavior interventions, assistive technology, and medical aspects of disability. Students may also opt for a seminar in behavior management.
You can develop your understanding of dyslexia with Emporia State’s Graduate Certificate in Dyslexia. This online reading and literacy graduate certificate teaches effective ways to work with students with dyslexia tendencies.
Students can complete all courses online, with the exception of practicum experiences. Throughout the program, students participate in practicum experiences to put theory into practice.
Following the standards set by the International Dyslexia Association, this online reading and literacy program empowers educators to improve learning outcomes for their students with dyslexia. Credits can be applied to the Master of Instructional Specialist with a concentration in Dyslexia.
Even before the pandemic, the demand for eLearning was on the rise. Research and market forecasts continue to show an increase in online learning. In response to this pressure, Emporia State provides instructional design training with its Graduate Certificate in eLearning and Online Teaching.
This online instructional design graduate certificate focuses on the best practices for delivering online instructional materials. Graduates find success in such roles as instructional designers or coordinators. Those with a graduate degree in a teachable subject can increase their chances of being hired as an online instructor with the content knowledge from this program.
You can gain improvement in reading intervention for elementary-level students with the Graduate Certificate in Elementary Literacy. This online reading and literacy graduate certificate does not lead to teaching licensure or any endorsements.
Through the online reading and literacy coursework, you learn reading theory and literacy practices for elementary students. Other topics of study include:
- Information literacy
- Curriculum and standards in the literacy setting
- Analysis of reading instruction and assessment
The online Graduate Certificate in Instructional Specialist in Elementary STEM program is designed for classroom teachers and teacher leaders who want enhanced knowledge of STEM education in elementary and middle schools. The curriculum prepares instructors to bring hands-on, engaging STEM instruction into their elementary classrooms while increasing their content knowledge.
Courses include subjects in:
- Engineering and robotics for elementary students
- STEM education
- Mathematics and science
You can increase your teaching expertise with the Graduate Certificate in Information, Technology & Scientific Literacy from Emporia State. This online graduate certificate appeals to STEM teachers and school librarians.
The goals of this online STEM education program include the following:
- Creating an active, inquiry-based learning setting
- Training students in information and technology literacy skills
- Establishing equitable intellectual and physical access to tools and resources for learning
Through the online STEM education coursework, you acquire the knowledge to provide your students with both interpersonal and academic skills. Furthermore, you learn to collaborate with instructional partners to improve students’ learning outcomes.
The online Graduate Certificate in Leadership & Administration in Information Organizations program prepares students for leadership positions within libraries and information organizations. Courses include Advancing and Defending New Ideas: Engaging an Argument from Evidence, Introduction to Informatics, Skills for a Deep Technical Workforce: Obtaining, Evaluation, and Communicating Information, Foundations of Library and Information Science, and Organization of Information.
You can customize your curriculum for the Graduate Certificate in Mathematics from Emporia State. This online STEAM education graduate certificate offers options in the coursework to align with your professional interests.
Choices of emphasis include the following:
- Applied mathematics
- Statistics
- Algebra
- Analysis
The graduate certificate benefits those who need credit hours of graduate coursework in mathematics to teach at a higher level. You can level up your mathematics skills with this online STEAM education program.
The online Graduate Certificate in Psychology of Learning program is designed for teaching professionals in community colleges and secondary settings who teach college-level courses but need to meet coursework requirements for the Higher Learning Commission. With this flexible program, there are no pre-determined courses. Each student meets with an advisor in the student’s main area of interest, background, or specialization to develop a plan of study including courses to be taken.
You can enact valuable reading interventions for your students with the Graduate Certificate in Secondary Literacy. This online reading and literacy program trains you to help your high school students achieve more.
As a graduate certificate program, this certification appeals to those with a bachelor’s degree who want expertise in reading and literacy. This online certificate does not lead to licensing or endorsement.
Besides studying curriculum and standards in the literacy environment, you will delve into such topics as:
- Reading theory and literacy practices for secondary education
- Information literacy
- Analysis of reading assessments and instruction
You can gain in-depth knowledge of essential technology tools for your classroom with the Graduate Certificate in Teaching with Technology from Emporia State. This online STEAM education graduate degree delves into integrating technology into teaching.
The online STEAM education courses offer flexibility for the working educator. After successfully completing the program, you will have an extensive understanding of technology and the underlying instructional models and theories.
You can prepare to work in youth services within a public library with the Graduate Certificate in Youth Services from Emporia State. This online library science graduate certificate offers a practicum as an elective for those seeking hands-on training.
Besides studying multicultural resources and services in libraries, the online library sciences coursework covers such topics as:
- Current issues in youth services
- Resources and services for young adults
- Resources and services for young learners and children
You can train to be a leader for an information agency with Emporia State’s Master of Library Science. This online library science master’s degree develops creative problem solvers. The goal is that graduates can provide proactive client-centered services in media centers.
Through the core courses, students learn the foundations and develop skills for library and information management work. The real-world experienced faculty provide the most current and best practices in the field.
Other courses in this library science degree are categorized as follows:
- Tools courses—how to classify and catalog information as well as retrieval methods
- Applications courses—information transfer and management of global information infrastructure
- Elective courses—current issues and a Capstone project
Take your career to the next level through an online Curriculum and Instruction master’s degree program. Learn how to apply evidence-based practices and technology in instruction for PreK-12 classrooms. Become a more effective team player and expand your multicultural awareness.
This educational master’s program prepares you for a range of careers, including curriculum coordinator, instructional specialist, and teacher leader. Customize your coursework by choosing from the following concentrations:
- Curriculum Leadership
- Effective Practitioner
- National Board Certification
- Instructional Coach/Teacher Leader
The online Master of Science in Early Childhood Unified program is designed for individuals interested in working with children from infancy through early childhood and their families. Students will learn how to design, observe, assess, and screen early childhood programs while also learning to involve families and the community. Courses include Characteristics of Inclusive Early Childhood Education, Collaboration in Inclusive Early Childhood Programs, Family Involvement in Inclusive EC Programs, and Working with Infants & Toddlers with and without Special Needs & Their Families.
The online Master of Science in Educational Administration program provides the expertise needed to be effective school leaders for PreK-12 grade levels and to make positive impacts on student success. The curriculum explores contemporary theory, methods, and practice to help students develop and maintain healthy organizational cultures that promote creativity and performance, facilitating leadership for change and developing strategies for teaching and leading diverse school populations.
Core courses include studies in:
- Supervision and leadership
- Educational law and regulations
- Technology integration and more.
You can provide a needed service to society with the Master of Science in Elementary Education from Emporia State. This online elementary education master’s degree offers a rigorous, innovative pathway to your teaching license.
You learn to move from theory to best practices to teach diverse learners. Graduates gain interdisciplinary knowledge and engage in theory-based practices. The online elementary education coursework also prepares graduates to respond to a changing world with new technologies.
Topics of study include:
- Application of developmental theories
- Classroom management and student motivation
- Teaching and learning models
- Educational technology for teaching
The dedicated faculty take the time to teach each student self-reflection. This skill helps graduates evaluate and synthesize information to make the best decisions for their classrooms.
You can develop your expertise in health with Emporia State’s Master of Science in Health, Physical Education & Coaching. This online program holds fame as the first accredited online master’s degree program in the US. As a respected, well-known, and affordable online physical education and coaching degree, you can advance your education and career opportunities in the area of sports and health.
The online physical education and coaching coursework provides the foundations to succeed in the realm of physical education. Graduates gain the following from this online physical education and coaching program:
- Expertise in careers in wellness and fitness programs
- Knowledge to teach health or physical education
- Skills to coach various sports
The online Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology prepares students to deliver lessons through technology, design, and training mediums. The curriculum prepares students for leadership in the design, development, and integration of technology and online learning into teaching and private-sector learning. Graduates are prepared to serve as instructional designers and trainers in business, industry, healthcare, military, and post-secondary institutions who oversee training, development, and eLearning programs within their organizations; while others are practicing P-12 educators who wish to improve the quality of the curriculum, instruction, and student learning through appropriate integration of technology into the classroom.
You can advance your career in education with the Master of Science in Instructional Specialist (Elementary) from Emporia State. This online elementary education master’s degree leads to such positions as:
- Content area leaders
- Teacher leaders
- Instructional specialists
- Educational coaches
Graduates gain the skills and knowledge to engage with diverse learners for better learning outcomes. The online elementary education coursework covers subjects such as English language arts, science, mathematics, reading, and social studies.
While this graduate program does not lead to teacher licensure, it does embed leadership training throughout the curriculum. Graduates can step into coaching and leadership roles to influence students positively.
You can open a world of reading for struggling students with the Master of Science in Instructional Specialist / Reading Specialist. This online reading and literacy master’s degree offers training for educators in PK-12.
With a focus on diverse learners, graduates can better serve their students with the knowledge and skills gained through the program. Topics of study in the reading and literacy coursework include:
- Reading theory and literacy practices
- Assessing and instructing learners
- Reading assessment and instruction
- Curriculum and standards in the literacy environment
You can become an expert in STEM education with Emporia State’s Master of Science in Instructional Specialist / STEM Education (Elementary). This online program focuses on all subjects of STEM education. Topics of study include:
- Elementary engineering and robotics
- Concepts through fiction and non-fiction
- Trends in elementary STEM education
- Best practices in elementary science
Besides gaining content knowledge in these subjects, students gain leadership skills to support other teachers and their schools. The online STEM education master’s degree imparts teaching skills to engage students in critical thinking and investigation.
You can support the needs of schools, teachers, and students with the Master of Science in Special Education / Gifted, Talented & Creative. This gifted and special education master’s degree imparts the skills and knowledge to achieve higher-level thinking in your students.
Graduates of this online program learn to consider the individual strengths and weaknesses of their students. Topics of study within the online gifted and special education coursework include:
- Creative teaching and learning
- Education of the gifted
- Characteristics of the gifted
- Behavior intervention
You can make a difference for children with high-incidence disabilities. Emporia State offers a Master of Science in Special Education / High Incidence to address this prevalent condition among children.
The online special education master’s degree trains educators to support the needs of schools, teachers, and students. Candidates can opt for an endorsement in Early Childhood through Late Childhood (Grades K-6) or Early Adolescence through Late Adolescence (Grades 6-12).
Beyond the core required coursework, students can choose their electives. You can select from such topics as:
- Strategies for autism spectrum disorders
- Current issues in special education
- Advanced behavioral interventions
- Working with family and professionals
Math & Science
The online Master of Science in Mathematics program helps students develop a graduate level competency and understanding of mathematics education. The curriculum allows students to select several areas of mathematics they may want to pursue, such as applied mathematics, statistics, algebra, or analysis. Courses may include:
- Topology
- Number Theory
- Applied Analysis
- Mathematical Proofs
- Introduction to Mathematical Logic
Nursing
Take the next step in your career with the online MSN with a concentration in Education from Emporia State University. The curriculum focuses on:
- Curriculum/Program planning
- Assessment and evaluation strategies
- Pharmacology, pathophysiology, and health assessment for nurse educators
- Teaching and learning strategies
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Take the next step in your career with the online MSN with a concentration in Management from Emporia State University. The curriculum focuses on:
- Health care budgeting, finance, and economics
- Health care operational management
- Health care strategic planning and marketing
- Human resources and organizational behavior
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