School Details
Park University was founded in 1875 under the name Park College. In 2000, the school changed its name to Park University. The university works toward the mission of “providing access to a quality higher education experience that prepares a diverse community of learners to think critically, communicate effectively, demonstrate a global perspective, and engage in lifelong learning and service to others.” Park University is a four-year, not-for-profit, private, university that awards certificates, associate’s degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and master’s degrees.
Since 1996 Park University has offered online courses and today offers over 60 online degrees. Park University online degrees are flexible, adaptable, and convenient. Take advantage of 25 years of experience in online teaching with these online programs.
Accreditation & Licensing
Park University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Art & Liberal Arts
This online BS from Park integrates a liberal arts education with two minors. One minor is required from the university catalog, the other minor is completely flexible and can be personalized to fit your goals. This multidisciplinary approach towards your bachelor degree means you can apply your acquired skills and knowledge to a variety of careers across industries.
Take a look at world history through a different perspective. With this online BS in Military History, you will discover sociology, geography and political science through the lens of armed forces. Park University enables you to acquire this degree entirely through its distance learning platform, where you’ll study:
- World War II
- The Cold War
- American foreign policy
This graduate Certificate in Global Governance is ideal for working professionals since it can be earned 100% online. Park offers this post-baccalaureate program so students can further their research and analytical skills within business and government in a world-wide frame of reference. To enter the program, you must have an undergraduate degree in hand, from a regionally-accredited university. Classes usually include:
- Global Comparative Public Administration & Policy
- Global Comparative Public Budget & Finance
Business
The Associate of Science in Construction Management degree allows you to learn key business management skills along with knowledge you need to know in the construction field. You’ll be able to apply your degree in areas including construction management, project management, building inspection, and more.
Courses cover topics in planning and scheduling, budgeting, organizing, supervising, and safety. You’ll also learn about construction materials and methods of construction, as well as skills for analyzing construction plans. A course in applied computer technology prepares you for the applications you’ll need to navigate in the business world.
Gain key business and leadership skills with an Associate of Science degree in Management. This program provides insights into the business world that are vital to a wide range of occupations.
Students in this online business management degree program are exposed to topics in accounting, economics, marketing, and more. Classes also explore computer technology used in the workplace, and various laws applicable to the business world. Learn how to successfully and effectively oversee others with coursework in management and organizational behavior.
Focus your studies by choosing one of the following optional concentrations:
- Accounting
- Logistics
The Bachelor of Art in Organizational Communication can lead to a wide variety of career opportunities. With skills in business communication, you can use your degree in corporate, government, and nonprofit settings, and fulfill roles in management, training, development, human resources, consulting, and more.
Studies cover topics in multicultural communication, interpersonal communication, and communication ethics and law. Students in this online Communication degree also learn research methods and examine case studies in leadership. In addition to core coursework, you have the opportunity to customize the program with electives in the area of your choice.
The Bachelor of Public Administration degree prepares you for government positions at the municipal, state, or federal level. Coursework prepares you for entry-level positions, as well as for graduate studies.
In this online Public Administration degree program, you will gain a foundational understanding of American national, state, and local government. Classes teach you key skills in financial accounting, personnel administration, and leadership. You will also explore capitalism and societal issues in this online bachelor's program.
You can choose to concentrate your studies in one of the following areas:
- Business Relations
- Criminal Justice
- Fire Service Management
- Homeland Security
- Public Service
The online Bachelor of Science in Accounting prepares you for all types of Accounting jobs in corporate, nonprofit, and government institutions. Graduates of this degree can also continue their studies to achieve CPA certification.
With this online Accounting degree, you will learn how to handle common tasks in public, managerial, tax, and governmental accounting. Coursework emphasizes the importance of professional ethics. Core business classes ensure you have well-rounded knowledge in areas including business law, computer technology, management, marketing, and more.
Accounting students will study topics such as:
- Individual income tax
- Business income tax
- Accounting information systems
- Cost accounting
- Auditing
With a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration focusing on Accounting, you will gain all the skills necessary for a successful career in public, managerial, or governmental accounting. Coursework emphasizes the need for professional ethics. This online bachelor’s program is an ideal starting point for graduate studies in accounting, business administration, or law.
Business Administration courses provide a broad education in all the major functions of business. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
Students in this online Accounting degree concentration receive extra instruction in areas such as:
- Individual income tax
- Business income tax
- Accounting information systems
- Cost accounting
- Auditing
Technology is key to today’s workplaces. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Computer Information Management positions you to become a leader in computer management, systems applications, business data analytics, and more.
In this online management information systems degree, you will enhance your technical abilities as well as learning the ins and outs of business management and organizational theory. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
Courses in this degree concentration cover topics such as:
- Python programming
- Web programming
- Managing information systems
- Computer systems analysis and design
- Networking and security
- Business analytics
If you’re planning a future in banking, insurance, or business finance, consider the online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration focused on Corporate Financial Management. This program provides you with all the skills and knowledge you need to get started on this rewarding career path.
Gain a solid understanding of the financial world while you also gain competencies in management and organizational effectiveness. You will learn about economics, accounting, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
Coursework in this online Finance degree concentration focuses on topics such as:
- Money, credit, and banking
- Risk and insurance
- Investment analysis and management
- Principles of real estate
- International finance
Small business owners face a unique set of challenges. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Entrepreneurship shows you how to face those challenges head on and run a successful business.
The program features coursework specific to the needs of entrepreneurs looking to start their own business. Core Business Administration coursework ensures that you have an understanding of all the necessary areas of business, including economics, accounting, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
This online Entrepreneurship degree includes studies of:
- Production and operations management
- Human resource management
- Sales management
- Retailing administration
- Social media marketing
- Financial analysis and planning
Effectively managing employees is an essential part of any successful business. Learn all the skills you need to enter this field with the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management.
This online HR Management degree emphasizes a management approach based in behavioral science. Learn the fundamentals of individual and group behavior along with techniques of personnel management. Graduates will possess skills gained from a combination of management, social psychology, and organizational behavior disciplines.
Courses cover topics such as:
- Planning and staffing
- Employment law
- Compensation management
- Human resource development
Gain an understanding of business at a global scale with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration focused on International Business. Coursework in this online concentration is designed to prepare you for cultural and national differences and their potential impact on conducting business across the world.
Business Administration courses provide a broad education in all the major functions of business. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
This online International Business degree covers important topics in:
- International business culture
- International finance
- International marketing
Learn how to create efficient and effective supply chains to increase your company’s profitability with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree with a concentration in Logistics. Students in this online program study the role of transportation in the US economy and ways to strategically manage their organization’s resources.
Business Administration courses provide a broad education in all the major functions of business. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
This operations management online degree focuses on topics including:
- Transportation and distribution systems
- Quality control
- Purchasing and vendor management
- Logistics management
- Production and operations management
A Bachelor of Science in Business Administration focusing on Management opens the door to a wide variety of business roles and responsibilities. Choose the online Management concentration to learn how to effectively manage individuals and groups in any setting.
Business Administration courses provide a broad education in all the major functions of business. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
With this online business management degree, gain leadership skills in areas including:
- Human resources
- Production and operations
- Managerial accounting
- International business
The Marketing concentration of this online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is a versatile program designed to allow you to study the topics of most interest to you. In addition to a core of Business Administration courses and standard concentration classes, you will be able to choose four Marketing electives from more than a dozen options.
Business Administration courses provide a broad education in all the major functions of business. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
This online Marketing degree features topics such as:
- Consumer behavior
- Marketing management
- Marketing research and information systems
This online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program offers an optional concentration in Personal Financial Planning. Students pursuing this degree will possess the educational background necessary to sit for the Certified Financial Planner Professional exam.
Business Administration courses provide a broad education in all the major functions of business. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
In this online Finance degree, you will learn about subjects including:
- Individual income tax
- Risk and insurance
- Financial counseling
- Investment analysis and management
- Retirement and employee benefit planning
- Estate planning
For a career that’s always in demand, consider going into sales. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Professional Sales gives you all the skills and knowledge you need to break into this field.
Business Administration courses provide a broad education in all the major functions of business. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives in this online marketing degree allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
Students pursuing the Professional Sales concentration can anticipate courses such as:
- Consumer behavior
- Sales management
- Retailing administration
- Marketing research and information systems
- International negotiations
Employers seek out skilled managers who can ensure that projects are completed on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. Gain the skills necessary to provide these services with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration focusing on Project Management. Graduates will have the educational background necessary to sit for the Project Management Certification Exam.
Business Administration courses provide a broad education in all the major functions of business. You will learn about economics, financial management, business law, management, marketing, and more. Concentration courses and electives allow you to customize the program to meet your needs.
With this online Project Management degree, you will learn about topics such as:
- Cost accounting
- Human resource management
- Organizational development and change
- Production and operations management
A Bachelor of Science degree in Management can open the door to leadership opportunities in a wide range of business or government settings. The versatile skill set gained through this program is in demand by all types of employers.
Coursework covers the major functional areas of management. You will learn principles of financial and managerial accounting, macro- and microeconomics, marketing, and more. The core curriculum of this online business management degree also prepares you with skills in international business, computer technology, and business statistics, as well as an understanding of business law.
Entrepreneurs need a specialized skill set in order to plan, open, and run a new company. The online Certificate in Entrepreneurship prepares you for the issues you might face while starting your own business.
Students in this online Entrepreneurship program receive training specific to the demands of small business ownership. The four-course curriculum focuses on management and organizational behavior, principles in financial accounting, and entrepreneurial studies. Students also have the opportunity to choose an elective from topics such as:
- Human resource management
- Financial management
- Project management
- Principles of marketing
Good communication skills are key to a wide range of occupations. The online Certificate in Global Communication ensures that you understand how to interact effectively with and get your message across to different cultures and communities.
Learn about the challenges of cross-cultural communication and the different communication styles and techniques. In addition to a core course in multicultural communication, you can choose three to five additional courses in the areas of your choice to maximize the relevance of this certificate to your specific needs.
Some of the elective options available with this online Communication program include:
- Interpersonal conflict solution
- International marketing
- Arab and Muslim women’s writing
- Peace journalism
- Case studies in communication leadership
The online Certificate in Human Resource Management teaches you the behavioral science and management theories behind effective leadership in the HR field. Students in this program will learn how to effectively manage interpersonal and intergroup relations within organizational structures.
In this online HR Management program, you will study individual and group behaviors alongside management techniques. The curriculum covers topics in planning and staffing, employment law, and compensation management.
For a career in finance, consider the online Certificate in Personal Financial Planning. Students gain the knowledge and experience they need to help others manage their financial future. Coursework is designed to prepare students to sit for the Certified Financial Planner Professional exam. Graduates will be able to assist individuals with estate planning, retirement and employee benefit planning, investments, insurance, and income taxes.
Learn how to effectively and efficiently manage a variety of projects with this online Certificate in Project Management. Courses provide instruction in the processes central to overseeing groups of employees and completing tasks on time and within budget. The curriculum covers the full range of topics tested in the Project Management Institute’s PMP Certification Exam.
Classes also provide knowledge in areas including:
- Finite mathematics
- Management and organizational behavior
- Production and operations management
Gain the skills you need to make better data-driven decisions for your organization with a Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics. Designed for individuals who already have an undergraduate degree, this online program provides key technical knowledge and analytical skills.
Learn how technology can help you work with and better understand data. You can gain experience working with big data, data mining, predictive models, and data visualization.
The Graduate Certificate in Finance ensures you have the specialized knowledge, principles, and analytical skills necessary to succeed in the financial field. Graduates of this online Finance program will be well prepared for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Certification. Courses cover topics in managerial finance, advanced corporate finance, international finance, and investment management.
The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management prepares you for the day-to-day roles and responsibilities of working in an HR office. Students will learn about the ways in which HR Management professionals support their organizations’ management team, employees, and contractors. Coursework provides insights key to effectively managing personnel in various situations.
The curriculum includes studies of:
- Planning and staffing
- Training, development, and evaluation
- Change management and conflict resolution
- Compensation management
The Graduate Certificate in Innovative and Quality Management provides insights into improving processes for your organization. In this online program, students learn how to identify processes experiencing too much variability, determine the causes, develop strategies to improve performance, and analyze the effectiveness of the solutions. Improving process outcomes can help a company better forecast revenues and provide quality goods and services to customers.
Courses cover topics related to:
- Principles of quality management
- Innovative techniques in quality management
- Innovative project management
- Collaborative innovation strategies
With the Graduate Certificate in Management Accounting, you will gain advanced accounting knowledge in addition to key management skills necessary for leadership positions. Graduates will be well prepared for roles such as chief executive officer, controller, financial analyst, or budget director.
Students learn management accounting concepts, cost accounting, accounting research practices, profit planning, budget forecasting, and more. Coursework emphasizes data-based decision making and professional ethics. Students with an educational background in another discipline can take advantage of this online Accounting program to prepare for leadership roles within financial service units.
Learn how various technologies can be utilized to help an organization thrive with the Graduate Certificate in Management Information Systems. Courses discuss ways in which information systems can be leveraged to change organizational structures, improve workflow, and influence a company’s culture. You will also learn how to analyze and mitigate potential security and privacy issues.
The curriculum of this online Management Information Systems program consists of:
- Information security and risk management
- Management information systems
- Database management systems
- Data analysis and business analytics
Advance your career by pursuing this Graduate Certificate in Marketing that prepares you for the responsibilities of marketing management positions. This online Marketing program covers concepts in consumer behavior, brand management, and digital communication for more effective marketing solutions.
Coursework encourages you to approach marketing strategy from a behavioral science perspective, considering consumers’ wants, needs, and actions. You will learn how to create strategically sound brand management programs, introduce new products, and incorporate advertising support. Graduates will be equipped with the skills necessary to build and maintain brand equity.
If you are interested in rising through the ranks of your favorite charitable organization, consider the Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership. This online program provides you with all the key skills and knowledge you will need to successfully run a philanthropic organization.
Courses examine leadership and management skills, ethical considerations, funding sources, and attracting resources for your nonprofit. You will explore social policy and how communities and individuals address needs in their area. The curriculum also includes studies of financial management, including budgeting income and expenses, recordkeeping, laws and regulations, and tax provisions.
Prepare for the Project Management Professional exam with the skills and knowledge you gain from the Graduate Certificate in Project Management. Coursework teaches you how to successfully plan, organize, staff, and guide processes for creating a new system or solution to a problem. The curriculum aligns with the Project Management Body of Knowledge and provides instruction on five process groups, 10 knowledge areas, and 47 different processes.
Students in this online Project Management program will learn about areas including:
- Integration, scope, and quality management
- Time and cost management
- Communications, risk, and stakeholder management
- Human resource and project management
Clear communication is at the heart of effective leadership. The Master of Arts in Communication and Leadership combines these disciplines to prepare you for innovative leadership in whatever setting you choose.
This organizational leadership degree online seeks to provide you with the interpersonal and organizational skills necessary for leadership roles in complex and global organizations. Students learn how to become exceptional communicators and creative problem solvers. This online Communications degree gives you the practical tools and theoretical knowledge to serve in corporate and nonprofit organizations, the military, government, politics, and more.
Courses cover subjects such as:
- Human communication perspectives
- Cross-cultural communication
- Leading organizational change
- Measuring leadership
Help your organization effectively leverage data with an online MBA in Business Analytics. Coursework provides knowledge of management information systems and skills in data analysis and analytics, while also offering advanced leadership skills useful in any business environment.
This degree program seeks to produce responsible, innovative business leaders equipped to handle an ever-changing and global environment. Students will practice applying their business knowledge and techniques to real-world decision-making situations. The online curriculum is designed for working professionals and allows students to participate in team assignments and hands-on projects and case study analysis.
The online Business Analytics degree concentration allows you to select electives such as:
- Applied data mining and analysis of big data
- Survey of predictive analytical techniques
- Web and marketing analytics
- Data visualization
If emergency response or disaster planning are your areas of specialty, you can increase your earning potential and chances of promotion with an online MBA with a concentration in Disaster and Emergency Management.
Whether you are currently working within a county emergency management office or working in corporate risk management and preparedness, this graduate-level, online Business Administration degree will provide you with a solid knowledge of operations, infrastructure, and key resources in both the public and private sectors. In this Emergency Management degree online, you will learn how to improve emergency response and establish command and control operations within organizations, in an effort to minimize disruption.
Courses that may be a part of your curriculum in Park’s online MBA in Disaster and Emergency Management include:
- Principles of disaster and emergency management
- Disaster and society
- Public policy and disaster
- Theoretical principles of terrorism
- Global comparative emergency management
- Continuity of operations in public and private sectors
An online MBA in Finance will allow you to take your career to any industry. After all, who doesn’t review their organization’s financial picture before making strategic decisions?
This online Finance degree program features an accelerated eight-week class format that allows you to complete your degree in as little as 15 months. Your coursework will include both individual projects and case studies, as well as team assignments.
Courses specific to the online Finance concentration may include:
- Advanced corporate finance
- International finance
- Investment management
- Entrepreneurial finance
- Financial markets and institutions
Prepare for any business leadership role with a general MBA degree. This versatile program is designed to provide you with the skills to become a responsible, innovative business leader. Graduates will possess an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to increase business competitiveness in an ever-changing and global environment.
This Master of Business Administration degree online features a core curriculum covering topics in business law and ethics, accounting for management decisions, and organizational behavior and leadership. Students also learn how to manage business sectors including operations and marketing. The online curriculum is designed for working professionals and allows students to participate in team assignments and hands-on projects and case study analysis.
The General MBA concentration goes more in-depth in topics such as:
- Planning and staffing
- Leadership in organizations
- Management information systems
- Digital and social media marketing
Would you like to boost your career in Human Resources and garner new skills to lead a highly-effective workforce? Consider an online MBA in Human Resource Management. This graduate degree will strengthen your leadership skills and capabilities to motivate and maintain your organization’s employee pool.
This online Human Resources degree can be completed in as little as 15 months. It utilizes eight-week course formats, enabling an accelerated pace.
Coursework includes topics such as:
- Planning and staffing
- Training development and evaluation
- Change management and conflict resolution
- Compensation management
Earn your MBA while studying Quality and Innovation Management through this online graduate degree program. Combining a business curriculum foundation, this concentration sits at the heart of any company that has a process for its goods or services.
Poor services or goods can drive up costs and can sink company value. With the Master of Business Administration online degree focused on Quality and Innovation Management, you can prevent this from happening within your organization. You will learn to analyze and isolate problems within processes from quantitative and qualitative perspectives. Once diagnosed, you will gain the skills to correct problems, cost-effectively.
Coursework involves:
- Principles of quality management
- Innovative techniques in quality management
- Innovative project management
- Collaborative innovative strategies
If you have your career goal set on becoming your company’s next CFO, consider an online MBA in Management Accounting to help you achieve it. This online Finance degree concentration consists of eight-week courses, enabling you to earn your degree at an accelerated pace. You can benefit from this 100% online degree in other accounting roles as well, such as a tax auditor, fraud investigator, or as a consultant.
Coursework typically covers topics including:
- Accounting research and analysis
- Internal audition and control mechanisms
- Advanced managerial accounting issues
- Management accounting leadership – role of the CFO
Is business running technology? Or, is technology running business? Either way you view it, Management Information Systems are driving organizational decisions and success. Earn an online MBA in Management Information Systems to gain a thorough understanding of how you can use systems and data to your corporate advantage.
This 100% online Management Information Systems degree will also give your career an advantage. Companies are constantly looking for managers who have an IT background to help create their business solutions and reach corporate goals.
Subjects covered in Park’s MBA in Management Information Systems include:
- Systems analysis and design
- Topics in information systems
- Database management systems
Understanding your customer base is essential to any successful business. The online MBA in Marketing provides you with key skills in brand management and knowledge of consumer behavior to help your organization reach its goals.
With this online Marketing degree, you can enjoy flexibility without sacrificing academic excellence. Designed for working professionals, the curriculum incorporates team assignments, hands-on projects, and case study analysis to help you apply your education to the real world. A strategic Marketing simulation allows you to gain experience making decisions that affect your team’s business viability.
Core courses in this online Master of Business Administration degree program include:
- Accounting for management decisions
- Organization behavior and leadership
- Business law and ethics
- Operations management
- Managerial finance
- Strategic marketing and management
Project Management concentrations are sought after by companies in every business sector. Through team projects, individual assignments, and case studies, you will learn the skills to lead a project from inception to completion with this online MBA in Project Management.
Combine concentration courses with core business classes to develop a broad range of business knowledge that you can use to make strong strategic decisions within your organization. This online MBA program utilizes eight-week course formats, enabling an accelerated pace. It is possible to complete your graduate degree in as little as 15 months.
Classes in this Project Management degree online include subjects such as:
- Time and cost management
- Communications, risk and stakeholder management
- Human resource and procurement management
- Integration, scope and quality management
The Public Accounting concentration of this online MBA program is designed to prepare you to sit for the CPA exam. Courses focus on each of the four parts of the examination.
This online Accounting master’s degree concentration builds on the skills you gained in your bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Core MBA coursework also prepares you for leadership roles and provides essential understanding of various business roles. You will learn about topics including organizational behavior and leadership, business law and ethics, operations management, and strategic management.
Public Accounting students will hone their skills through courses in:
- Advanced auditing
- Advanced business environment and concepts
- Advanced financial accounting and reporting
- Advanced regulation
The Master of Public Administration focuses on developing your leadership expertise and instilling the values of public service. Coursework serves to enhance your decision-making, critical thinking, and governing skills.
You will learn about concepts and theories in public affairs, personnel systems in public organizations, and budgeting and finance in public organizations. The curriculum also explores leadership development, as well as the ethics of authority and responsibility. Courses additionally explain key research methods and skills in data analysis.
Customize your degree with a concentration in one of the following options:
- Criminal Justice Administration
- Disaster and Emergency Management
- Management Information Systems
- Nonprofit and Community Services Management
- Project Management
- Public Policy
- Information Systems and Business Analytics
Computer Science & IT
This online AS in Information & Computer Science from Park can prepare you for entry-level positions in any number of careers. You’ll learn the basics of technology to use across industries. There are specialty areas you can choose from, including, but not limited to:
- Network & Security
- Software Development
- Cybersecurity
- Data Management
Learn the latest technologies with this online BS in Information & Computer Science from Park. With this Computer Science focus, you’ll gain a well-rounded base of knowledge to use in any number of positions. The curriculum is strong in programming and math, allowing you to select from one of two calculus pathways. One of which includes:
- Linear Algebra
- Calculus
- Analytic Geometry
With this online BS in Information & Computer Science from Park University, you’ll learn the latest specialized techniques to detect and thwart system threats. There is a core curriculum that exposes you to the major facets of IT, from database management to programming. As a part of this particular specialization, you’ll take in-depth classes in Cybersecurity that will enable you to become a key player in protecting system environments within any industry or government entity. Sample classes of this online Cybersecurity focus include:
- Digital Forensics
- Computer Operating Systems
- Secure Programming
This online BS in Information & Computer Science from Park University will enable you to learn the latest technologies in IT. You’ll complete a core curriculum that envelopes most facets of technology today, from programming to database management. This particular specialization, also focuses on communication and analysis so that you can fulfill management gaps between technical and business leaders in your organization, while improving productivity through technology. Samples of classes within this online IT bachelor program include:
- Writing for Online Environments
- Computer Systems Analysis & Design
- Operating System Administration
With this online BS in Information & Computer Science from Park University, you’ll learn the latest technologies in Networking & Security. You’ll complete a core curriculum that exposes you to the majority of facets in IT, from programming to database management. As a part of this particular specialization, you’ll also take CISCO related courses that will prepare you to take the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) exam. Samples of other classes within the online Networking & Security bachelor program include:
- Internetworking
- Secure Operation
- Computer Architecture
With this online BS in Information & Computer Science from Park University, you’ll learn the latest programming methods to create business solutions in any industry. The Software Development specialization complements a core curriculum that exposes you to various facets of IT, from database management to cybersecurity. Within the focus, you’ll complete classes that look at coding from a functional, web and user-interface perspective, such as:
- Computer Systems Analysis & Design
- Web Programming
- User Interface Design
This online BS in Information & Computer Science from Park gives you the latest insight on how to technically create and maintain a presence on the internet. Following a core IT curriculum that integrates a wide range of subjects, from programming to database management, you’ll take specialty classes that will enable you to put your organization on everyone’s radar. Or, you can launch your own career as a consultant or independent contractor. Course include:
- Web Development within Frameworks
- Full Stack Web Development
- Developing the User Experience
With this degree from Park University, you’ll be prepared to take on any number of roles that support operations in government, nonprofit or public organizations. This BS in Information Systems can be earned entirely online, and it can be tailored to your specific interest or professional pursuits. You’ll combine coursework in data processing, systems analysis and management, along with specialized classes in areas such as:
- Graphic design
- Leadership
- Statistics
- Organizational communication
- Business administration
You can become a CISCO certified administrator, with this online Certificate in Computer Networking from Park. Coursework prepares you to sit the industry-standard CCNA exam, which is highly sought after by many employers today. This can be earned as a stand-alone certificate, or it can become a part of your online BS in INformation & Computer Science, should you decide to continue your education.
Earn this online Certificate in GIS, while working full time. You can enhance your existing professional skill set, learning this systems-based method for collecting, maintaining and analyzing spatial and geographic data. Classes likely include:
- Spatial Analysis
- Cartography
- Remote Sensing
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
The online Associate of Science in Criminal Justice Administration program prepares students to work in the field or continue their studies through a bachelor’s in criminal justice or related degrees. The curriculum combines a liberal arts education with professional coursework in the criminal justice field.
Courses may include:
- Introduction to Criminal Justice Administration
- Criminal Law
- Criminology
- Juvenile Justice System
- Criminal Procedure
In the field of criminal justice, administration provides pivotal roles in shaping policies, implementing strategies, and ensuring the effective operation of law enforcement agencies, correctional facilities, and legal institutions.The online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration offers a pathway to acquiring the knowledge, skills, and credentials necessary for success. This online bachelor’s degree program provides individuals with the flexibility and convenience to pursue their educational goals while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Budget and Finance
- State and Local Government
- Public Service Values
Graduates of the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration are well-positioned to pursue a variety of leadership roles within the criminal justice system and related fields. Potential career pathways include law enforcement supervisors, correctional administrators, court administrators, regulatory compliance officers, and private security managers, among others. Opportunities for advancement abound, with potential roles in executive leadership, policy development, and organizational management.
The online Certificate in Terrorism & Homeland Security program provides a foundation in solutions for terrorist threats and strategies for protecting the country. The curriculum uses theoretical and practical approaches when teaching students about homeland security issues, strategies, and planning, and coursework integrates knowledge between the fields of security, terrorism, and emergency management. Graduates are able to develop practical solutions when managing natural and unnatural threats and emergencies and can assist organizations in preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities associated with these threats.
Education
A degree in early childhood education isn’t just for teachers. The BS in Education / Early Childhood Education Teaching Young Children from Park University offers career preparation for such roles as:
- Curriculum coordination
- Program directors
- Consultants in early childhood programs
- Family advocates
This online early childhood education bachelor’s degree relies on practicum courses and internships to create well-rounded educators. This allows for interaction and observation with young children, professional educators, and the community.
You can become a district administrator, K-12 superintendent, or K-12 school leader with the Educational Specialist in Educational Administration from Park University. This online education administration graduate degree follows an applied program format, intertwining theory and practice.
With two tracks, you can either earn eligibility for certification as a K-12 school leader or superintendent in Missouri. All candidates must pass state assessments for these certifications. Graduates gain such competencies as:
- Develop meaningful educational experiences
- Promote a beneficial district culture
- Make data-based decisions through assessments
- Use effective management strategies to the benefit of staff and students
You can learn the latest technology trends to improve learning for grades K-12 with the Master of Education in Education Technology from Park University. This online instructional design master’s degree focuses on the critical analysis of educational technologies.
The innovative graduate program appeals to working educators. As you learn through this online instructional design program, you can apply the practices to your classroom. Outcomes include the abilities to:
- Develop and implement your technology-based visions and goals
- Design, create, enact and assess meaningful learning experiences with contemporary and innovative digital technology
- Communicate and collaborate with family and community members through digital tools to foster engagement
- Use research-oriented technology tools and resources for data-driven decision-making to improve student learning
You can prepare to become a principal or building-level administrator with the Master of Education in Educational Leadership / Principalship from Park University. This online education administration master’s degree imparts such skills and knowledge as:
- Foundational awareness of the multitude of aspects of school leadership
- Synthesis of theory into practice
- Critical thinking skills to solve problems, both big and small
Designed for flexibility for working educators, this program offers online courses in eight-week terms with a culminating capstone project. Upon completion of this online education administration program, graduates in Missouri gain eligibility for K-12 School Leader certification.
You can choose your focus within reading and literacy with the Master of Education in Language & Literacy from Park University. This online reading and literacy master’s degree offers two concentrations:
- Master of Education in Language and Literacy for English Language Learners (ELL), and
- Master of Education in Language and Literacy for Reading Certification
The two concentration areas offer vastly different career opportunities. You can choose the one that best aligns with your professional goals.
The ELL track meets the standards of several ELL and TESOL associations. Likewise, the Reading track aligns with the standards of several reading-oriented associations.
As a fully online program, the reading and literacy graduate degree follows an eight-week course format. While the program does not lead to initial teacher certification, current educators can earn an additional certificate.
You can prepare to lead with mastery in educational technology, strategy, and problem-solving with the Master of Education in Organizational Leadership & Adult Learning from Park University. This online adult education master’s degree follows a progressive, multi-disciplinary format.
Graduates find success in training and development programs with such employers as:
- The military
- Higher education
- Online learning
- Community-based education
Through the online adult education program, you learn to create effective and innovative learning solutions. You also gain the expertise to apply evidenced-based learning, research, technologies, and emergent trends for development programs.
You can enhance your leadership skills for the classroom and beyond with the Master of Education in Teacher Leadership from Park University. This online teacher leadership master’s degree offers two concentrations—Curriculum and Instruction or Literacy.
With a focus on developing your current teaching skills, the online teacher leadership graduate program prepares you for the following roles:
- Instructional coach
- Curriculum specialist
- Department leader
- Teacher leader
Healthcare
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration / Health Care Administration provides you with a foundational knowledge of the US healthcare system, including structure, regulations, operations, and management. Graduates of this online BSBA program will be well prepared to analyze healthcare delivery systems and formulate solutions to complex challenges.
Students in this Health Care Administration degree program online learn how to effectively manage their resources to meet the goals of their organizations. Core Business Administration coursework ensures that you have an understanding of all the necessary areas of business, including economics, accounting, business law, management, marketing, and more. Graduates can choose to actively pursue work in the healthcare field or go on to graduate studies in healthcare administration.
Some of the topics you will cover in this program include:
- Legal issues in health care delivery
- Health care and the political process
- The hospital and the community
- Third-party reimbursement and risk management
- Issues in community-based health care delivery
The online Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration from Park University is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in healthcare and related industries. The curriculum emphasizes business knowledge and management skills. Many students with this major move on to graduate studies.
Classes include, but are not limited to:
- Health care information technology
- Introduction to health care economics and policy
- US health care delivery systems
Concentrations include logistics, project management, human resource management, corporate financial management, and general healthcare administration. Graduates typically find jobs in hospitals, outpatient centers, insurance providers, long-term care facilities, pharmacies, medical equipment manufacturers, marketing agencies, rehabilitation centers, research organizations, and more. The online bachelor’s degree program in healthcare administration will allow graduates to be equipped with the skills necessary to excel in the healthcare industry.
The online Health Services Management and Leadership Graduate Certificate program prepares students to enhance their professional skills to meet new health care policies and practice challenges while focusing on critical thinking and problem solving. The curriculum teaches knowledge and skills that are needed to purse careers in this field, providing a well-rounded understanding of health care services administration and leadership.
The online Master of Healthcare Administration program is designed for people who want to begin, or advance, their careers as leaders in healthcare with a program that teaches students about the organizational, legal, financial, political, and managerial aspects of health systems management. The curriculum prepares graduates to meet the challenges of a global society with innovative approaches to leadership and problem solving. Students can choose a general Master of Healthcare Administration track or one of nine concentrations: Finance, Homeland Security, Disaster Emergency Management, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management Accounting, Management Information Systems, Project Management, and Quality Management.
Math & Science
The online Bachelor of Science in Geography program is designed for students who want to expand their worldview and know about geographical and natural sciences. The curriculum offers a strong foundation in geographic and spatial analysis principles, within the context of the humanities as well as social and physical sciences. Courses may include:
- Cultural Geography
- Geography of North America
- Physical Geography
- GIS I
- Natural Disasters
Psychology & Human Services
Park University offers a hybrid online psychology degree program and online sociology degree program, the Associate of Science in Social Psychology. This adaptable program trains students for a wide range of careers and is useful in every facet of your life. By blending the strengths of psychology and sociology this degree studies the “person in the situation,” and integrates knowledge about individual, group, and organizational processes. The curriculum is built on a liberal arts base along with courses in psychology and sociology. Coursework teaches knowledge and skills in professional writing, research methods, statistics, and the interpretation of social research data. Social psychology trains you to see yourself, others, and the cultures and societies we live in more clearly, critically, and completely.
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is an online psychology degree from Park University. This is a broad discipline that deals with behavior and mental process. You will learn about the science and application of psychology as both a science and an applied profession. For those interested in becoming licensed psychologists or professional researchers, this program is designed to prepare them for possible graduate training.
Career opportunities include:
- Counseling
- Advertising
- College teaching
- Basic research
- Criminal justice
- Government
The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is an online sociology degree from Park University. This is a valuable liberal arts major that is based on the study of people. You will study the interactions and identities, as well as the societies, institutions, and cultures, created by people. The curriculum prepares students to critically examine society by combining scientific and humanistic perspectives to understand the cause and consequences of social order and social behaviors. Students learn to apply sociological theories and research methods to recognize the significance of power structures, cultural systems, and inequalities creating diverse positions in society. Coursework equips students with the skills and knowledge to analyze and interpret data and to think rigorously, empirically, critically, and creatively.
Students can expect to take courses such as:
- Research Methods
- Ethical Issues
- Study of Family
- Sociology of Religion
- Urban Sociology
Park University offers a hybrid online psychology degree program and online sociology program, the Bachelor of Science in Social Psychology. This is an adaptable program that trains students for a wide range of career options and is personally useful in every facet of your life. By blending psychology and sociology this degree studies how our behavior is influenced by our social environment. The curriculum provides a solid core based on the liberal arts combined with courses in psychology and sociology. Coursework teaches students knowledge and skills in professional writing, research methods, and statistics along with the technical and conceptual tools used to collect, analyze, and interpret social research data.
With this flexible degree, students can tailor their courses to meet their interests and goals, including the complection of such electives as:
- Psychology of Gender
- Theories of Personality
- Influence and Persuasion
- The Study of the Family
- Social Deviance
- Self and Society
Park University offers an online sociology degree combined with an online political science degree program, the Certificate in Diversity & Social Justice. As more companies include diversity training into their corporate environment, this certificate makes your skillset more marketable. This program focuses on issues in diversity and inclusion, inequality, and social change. Offering an interdisciplinary curriculum, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to help organizations implement diversity initiatives.
Park’s program incorporates sociology classes alongside three topic categories:
- Public & Community Engagement
- Global Perspectives
- Examining Inequalities
Park University offers the Certificate in Industrial & Organizational Psychology for individuals interested in helping to create social justice in the workplace. This online industrial organizational (I/0) psychology degree is a specialty of professional psychology that focuses on human behavior as it relates to work. The curriculum addresses equity, diversity, and inclusion as it pertains to all people and aspects of the workplace. Courses teach students to use science and statistics to analyze job tasks, select the best employees, train employees, rate employee performance, and determine factors that retain good employees. Students also learn how to identify stressors at the job and to find and develop great leaders. The goal of I/O psychology is to partner with workplaces to improve:
- Performance
- Motivation
- Job Satisfaction
- Employee health and well-being
This certificate is beneficial for those starting their careers in psychology as well as those looking for extra training in this area.
Park University offers the Master of Arts in Industrial & Organizational Psychology for individuals interested in psychology in the workplace. This online master’s in industrial organizational (I/0) psychology is a specialty of professional psychology that focuses on human behavior relating to work. The curriculum addresses equity, diversity, and inclusion as it pertains to all people and all aspects of the workplace. You will learn to use science and statistics to analyze job tasks, select the best employees, train employees, rate employee performance, and determine factors that retain good employees. Students also learn how to identify stressors at the job and find and develop great managers and leaders. The goal of I/O psychology is to partner with workplaces to improve:
- Performance
- Motivation
- Job Satisfaction
- Employee health and well-being
This degree focuses on creating leaders who specialize in social justice in the workplace.