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Founded in 1890, the Matoon Shorthand School offered commercial education training such as typing, bookkeeping, business writing, and shorthand courses. Today, Post University offers high-quality education in the form of traditional New England campus programs. It offers completely online and hybrid programs that are also offered in evening and weekend formats. Their goal is “…creating a successful outcome for each and every student, no matter how they earn their degree.”
Online programs are designed for adult students wanting to make a career change, as well as those taking their first college course. Degrees include associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, along with certificate programs. With Post University online degrees, you will work one-on-one with advisors as you learn from the same faculty that teaches the on-campus counterparts. These online programs are offered in eight-week accelerated semesters.
Accreditation & Licensing
Post University is accredited by:
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
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The online AS in Accounting degree program from Post University introduces students to concepts and principles that are the foundation of accounting. In addition to understanding the practical aspects of bookkeeping, students also explore in-depth accounting theories and use those theories to evaluate real businesses. Graduates are able to:
- Perform basic functions of entry-level bookkeeping and accounting
- Analyze, record and interpret accounting information
- Prepare and interpret financial statements
- Advance academically in accounting to a bachelor’s degree
The online AS in Management degree program from Post University is designed to help students open new doors to a variety of management jobs, including human resources associate, retail store manager, sales representative, account associate, customer service supervisor, and independent business owner. Courses explore economic trends and topics in workplace diversity, leadership, time management and social skills, with a program-wide emphasis on teamwork. Upon completion, graduates are prepared to:
- Apply management theories and principles in business settings
- Demonstrate effective working knowledge of contemporary human resource issues
- Explain overall operations and management of business organizations and their impact on the economy
- Interpret ethical and professional behavior in business situations
The online AS in Marketing degree program from Post University provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to pursue marketing jobs in the areas of customer relationship management, marketing strategy development, and marketing trend analysis. Students gain job-oriented skills in direct marketing, social marketing, multi-cultural advertising, retailing, strategic marketing, market research, and sales promotions, and are prepared to:
- Evaluate businesses’ operations and develop budgets
- Establish, maintain and improve businesses’ images
- Create formalized sales strategies and read verbal and non-verbal sales cues
- Differentiate the dynamics of marketing/buying and the ethics of buyer-seller relationships
- Measure the effectiveness of marketing strategies locally, nationally and globally
The online BS in Accounting degree program from Post University prepares students for employment in accounting departments of local or national businesses, the federal government, or non-profit organizations. The curriculum covers subjects such as:
- Accounting Principles application (United States and International)
- Financial statement preparation and analysis
- Tax law reporting and compliance
- Audit standards and procedures
- Business information analysis using current technologies
The online BS in Business Administration degree program from Post University prepares students to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms. Students may customize their education to suit their personal interests and career goals by selecting one of the following concentrations:
- Accounting
- Computer Information Systems
- Entrepreneurship
- General Business Administration
- International Business Administration
- Management
- Marketing
- Sports Management
The online BS in Business Administration / Accounting degree program from Post University prepares students to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms. In the Accounting Concentration, students learn the foundational concepts and principles of accounting, as well as the basic framework for recording and reporting transactions.
The online BS in Business Administration / Computer Information Systems degree program from Post University prepares students to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms. In the Computer Information Systems Concentration, students learn to maintain and secure businesses’ networks and software. Coursework gives equal focus to technology, computer science and business, and how they integrate with each other.
The online BS in Business Administration / Entrepreneurship degree program from Post University prepares students to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms. In the Entrepreneurship Concentration, students receive an introduction to the basic business skills needed to start up, establish and successfully grow new entrepreneurial ventures.
The online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Post University focuses on the financial aspects of business. Students will learn how businesses make financial decisions and how financial decisions affect organizations, as well as society, as a whole. You will study how firms acquire and allocate funds, how financial markets operate, and the roles played in economic welfare, among other topics.
In addition to Finance-focused courses, the curriculum offers the knowledge and skills students need to become well-rounded business professionals in this rapidly changing business world. Graduates have the skills, abilities, and personal characteristics needed to manage dynamic business environments.
The online BS in Business Administration / International Business Administration degree program from Post University prepares students to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms. In the International Business Administration Concentration, students expand their international business knowledge with relevant upper-level electives.
The online BS in Business Administration / Marketing degree program from Post University prepares students to pursue a variety of business administration jobs in corporate settings, retail, and consumer products businesses, or manufacturing firms. In the Marketing Concentration, students receive an introduction to the foundational concepts and principles of marketing. Graduates possess a basic understanding of real-world applications of general marketing, selling skills, and retail merchandising/management.
The online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Sport Management is suited for individuals interested in the business side of the sports industry. With a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, students gain the skills, abilities, and personal characteristics that will allow them to effectively manage a dynamic business environment. This career-driven, flexible program offers a hands-on approach to learning that is customizable and relevant to the area of business you are most interested in pursuing, so by the time you graduate you are ready for an entry-level staff or management position in the business area of your choice.
For those students interested in pursuing the Sport Management area of business, the curriculum exposes them to the legal, regulatory, marketing, and management aspects of sport management. You will develop strong skills in other critical business areas of sports, including:
- Economics
- Sociology
- Project Planning
- IT
- Statistics
The online BS in Finance degree program from Post University provides students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue careers in corporate finance, investment and wealth management, banking, personal finance, and international finance. Many have also pursued graduate education and professional study to become Certified Financial Planners (CFPs). Coursework covers topics in:
- Financial Management
- Financial policy making
- Strategic financial planning
- Business fundamentals and ethics
- Communication
The online BS in Finance / Corporate Finance degree program from Post University provides students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue careers in corporate finance, investment and wealth management, banking, personal finance, and international finance. Many have also pursued graduate education and professional study to become Certified Financial Planners (CFPs). In the Corporate Finance concentration, students evaluate and analyze data related to business operations in an efficient way, with the goal of keeping a company’s financial performance in line with its overall corporate goals and objectives.
Post University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Finance with a concentration in Financial Planning & Analysis for students interested in pursuing this niche of Finance. This program is designed to build students’ skills and capabilities in the dynamic field of Finance, preparing them to begin careers or advance in current business positions. With the Financial Planning and Analysis concentration, emphasis is placed on investing and making financial decisions. You will learn to analyze, define, and arrive at decisions in money management and financial planning while also learning to navigate your way through key investments. Students develop skills relevant to portfolio management and investment analysis along with decision-making approaches, techniques, and ways to apply them to financial situations.
Graduates may find positions as:
- Financial analysts
- Financial managers
- Budget analysts
- Securities, commodities, and financial services agents
The online Bachelor of Science in Finance with a concentration in Financial Services & Banking from Post University is designed to build skills and capabilities in Finance, especially those involving banking and other services. With this concentration, the curriculum examines the business of banking, learning how bankers study and evaluate business’ performances and other ways they work to best serve their customers’ financial needs. In addition, you will learn about investments, regulations, consumer finance, statistics, statement analysis, and financial communications.
All students in the Finance program study solutions in financial decision-making and planning as they relate to organizations and individuals while learning to analyze, define, and arrive at these solutions. You will gain skills and knowledge in money management, decision-making, planning, investments, analysis, corporations, insurance, portfolio management, financial laws, and more.
The online BS in Finance / Personal Finance degree program from Post University provides students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue careers in corporate finance, investment and wealth management, banking, personal finance, and international finance. Many have also pursued graduate education and professional study to become Certified Financial Planners (CFPs). In the Personal Finance concentration, students learn the basic and fundamental areas of personal financial planning and study for either the FINRA Series 6 or Series 7 exam.
You’re ready for Post University’s Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management.
Whether you spell out Human Resources or simply call it HR, there’s nothing quite like helping your fellow employees achieve their career goals while ensuring the compliance and protection of your organization. If working across departments to help associates enjoy better work lives sounds like a career plan, you’re ready. You’re ready to explore a world of team-building, organizational leadership and success. You’re ready to gain a comprehensive look at the HR function as it operates within an organization.
Post University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Management with a concentration in Accounting for those interested in this area of business management. With the main Management degree program, students gain a holistic understanding of various topics that are important in the business world, including finance, economics, and marketing. Students will also study how these topics are connected and how each fit in as part of the whole business management field as they prepare to become qualified, valued managers.
While the Management program lays a foundation for success in the business world, the Accounting concentration focuses the program on principles of accounting that help businesses understand their financial data and become more profitable. The Accounting curriculum covers the skills needed to identify, measure, communicate, and interpret economic information, developing expertise in financial business process management. Graduates of this program have core management and leadership skills that are supplemented with their knowledge in Accounting, so they are ready to help make the business more efficient and profitable through innovation, motivation, and financial knowledge.
The online BS in Management / Entrepreneurship degree program from Post University provides students with an understanding of the hierarchy of organizations, how to integrate the people and systems of organizations, and how to leverage creativity and innovation to improve organizational effectiveness, now and in the future. Coursework covers topics in:
- Human resource management
- Organizational behavior
- Team processes and development
- Business ethics
- Communication
The Entrepreneurship Concentration prepares students to start, grow and manage thriving businesses in ever-changing competitive markets.
The online Bachelor of Science in Management with a concentration in Finance provides an in-depth understanding of finance in business. This program offers a solid, holistic understanding of important topics relating to business and how different topics are connected and work together as a part of the whole. Students will gain skills in leadership and management that will enable them to motivate, innovate, and create a positive business environment.
Building on this business management foundation, the Finance focus looks at the complex real world of financial and managerial issues and explores the importance of globalization in finance. You will gain knowledge and skills in Finance that help you analyze problems, problem-solve, and work with Finances in all areas of business. Topics covered include:
- Investing
- Risk Management
- Financial Institutions
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Legal Aspects
The online BS in Management / General Management degree program from Post University provides students with an understanding of the hierarchy of organizations, how to integrate the people and systems of organizations, and how to leverage creativity and innovation to improve organizational effectiveness, now and in the future. Coursework covers topics in:
- Human resource management
- Organizational behavior
- Team processes and development
- Business ethics
- Communication
The General Management Concentration allows students to design their concentration, with one-on-one guidance from a dedicated advisor.
The online BS in Management / Human Resource Management degree program from Post University provides students with an understanding of the hierarchy of organizations, how to integrate the people and systems of organizations, and how to leverage creativity and innovation to improve organizational effectiveness, now and in the future. Coursework covers topics in:
- Human resource management
- Organizational behavior
- Team processes and development
- Business ethics
- Communication
In the Human Resource Management Concentration, students explore the standards of performance expected of managers and employees and focus on leveraging diversity, employee compensation and benefits, human resource systems, and labor and employment law.
If you naturally take charge and thrive when leading a team, consider a Bachelor of Science in Management to hone your leadership skills. A concentration in International Business will ensure you are prepared to take the reins with global organizations.
Concentration coursework covers international business principles, issues concerning diversity in the workplace, and considerations of international marketing or financial management. Core Management classes explore the hierarchy of organizations and how to use innovation to improve organizational performance. Students are encouraged to define their own personal leadership responsibilities and ethics and further develop their skills in teamwork and communication for effective leadership.
This online International Business degree includes coursework in:
- Business Ethics
- Business Law
- Managerial Communications
- Foundations of Leadership
- Entrepreneurship, Creativity, and Innovation
The online BS in Marketing degree program from Post University prepares students for marketing careers as customer relationship managers, social media marketers, public relations and fundraising managers, retail managers, sales account executives, or communications specialists. Students are able to customize their educations to suit their personal interests and career goals by selecting one of the following concentrations:
- General Marketing
- Sales Management
- International Marketing
Post University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a concentration in Digital Marketing. This program offers a strong foundation in Marketing, helping students develop a thorough understanding of current marketing theory and best practices. As technology changes, so do our relationships and interactions as a society and marketing professionals are some of the first to see these changes and have the opportunity to be part of a diverse field. You will learn to creatively and consistently identify and satisfy consumer needs while also gaining skills in selling, advertising, retailing, marketing, and market research.
The Digital Marketing concentration focuses on developing skills in brand management, customer loyalty, and audience engagement through diverse media and comprehensive marketing plans. The curriculum emphasizes web development and design, social media engagement, mobile technologies, and search engine optimization while offering knowledge and skills in:
- Web Analytics
- Digital Content
- Email Marketing
- Online Automated Tools
- Viral Marketing
The online Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a concentration in Integrated Marketing Communications from Post University combines business with advanced communication skills. Offering a comprehensive overview of marketing principles and practices, this program teaches traditional marketing elements including advertising, sales promotion, public relations, and direct marketing. As a result, you are prepared to deliver a powerful, persuasive, and unified message to support organizations or products in order to provide meaningful and measurable results.
In addition to the Integrated Marketing Communications focus, this degree also studies Marketing by itself so students understand current marketing theory and best practices. You will be able to identify and satisfy consumer needs creatively and consistently while also using and understanding technology in the marketing field. Graduates are skilled in:
- Selling
- Advertising
- Retailing
- Marketing
- Market Research
The online BS in Marketing / International Marketing degree program from Post University prepares students for marketing careers as customer relationship managers, social media marketers, public relations and fundraising managers, retail managers, sales account executives, or communications specialists. In the International Marketing Concentration, students are introduced to the challenges associated with managing marketing operations in international companies and concepts and ideas for solving them. Courses cover topics in logistics management, international economics, multi-cultural consumers, and more.
Post University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a concentration in Market Research & Analysis for students interested in this niche of the Marketing field. Market Research and Analysis focuses on quantitative tools and techniques while explaining and exploring their application in a marketing context. The curriculum provides an understanding of the relationship between marketing factors and variables and the consumer. In addition, you will learn how to analyze data using mathematical, probabilistic, and statistical tools to guide and support marketing-related decisions.
Forming a foundation for the Market Research and Analysis concentration, the Marketing degree offers an understanding of current marketing theory and best practices. Students learn to creatively and consistently identify and satisfy consumer needs while becoming more familiar with selling, advertising, and retailing in the Marketing field.
The online BS in Marketing / Sales Management degree program from Post University prepares students for marketing careers as customer relationship managers, social media marketers, public relations and fundraising managers, retail managers, sales account executives, or communications specialists. The Sales Management Concentration includes courses in marketing management, customer relationship management, and sales force management and leadership. Students learn to create successful long-term growth for brands and companies, while building meaningful connections and relationships with customers and employees.
The online Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a concentration in Sport Management from Post University provides an understanding of the relationship between athletes and fans, brands, and communities. This degree program offers the knowledge and skills needed to merge business with the sport industry, so there is a fundamental understanding of how marketing and content creation are integrated into the everyday operations of sports businesses. Students study various topics including intellectual property, cultural studies, accounting, finance, IT, and statistics, market research, public relations, and sport development. You will become familiar with the legal, regulatory, and operational aspects of sport, especially as they relate to sport venue management, and learn to manage the sales, promotion, and advertising of athletic organizations or products.
In other courses, the curriculum is dedicated to Marketing, helping students understand current marketing theory and best practices. You will have access to the training and education needed to be part of this diverse field, including knowledge in technology and its relationship to businesses and society. Graduates are able to creatively and consistently identify and satisfy consumer needs, in Sport Management and other areas, through the development of specialized skills in:
- Selling
- Advertising
- Retailing
- Market Research
- Marketing
The online BS in Sport Management degree program from Post University provides students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue careers in athletic administration, sports marketing, ticket sales, game-day operations, and community relations for a variety of professional sports organizations, amateur sports organizations, and collegiate athletic conferences. Courses emphasize:
- Adaption to change in sport management
- Integration of business concepts into sport management
- Global perspectives in sport management
- Business ethics
- Communication
The online Bachelor of Science in Sport Management with a concentration in Sport Psychology from Post University looks at the business side of sport. This program provides the breadth and depth of knowledge and skills students need to turn their love of sports into successful careers. The Sport Management program builds a foundation that emphasizes adaptation to change, the integration of business concepts into sport management, global perspectives in sport management, business ethics, and communication. This foundation is then used to build your knowledge in areas that include:
- Societal sport
- Sport administration
- Sport events and facility management
- Sport marketing
- Sport law
- Sport economics
In the Sport Psychology concentration, the curriculum prepares you to address athletic performance, motivation, and recovery through the study and utilization of sport psychology theory and research. Graduates are able to use psychological wellness to bring out competitive greatness in diverse populations.
In the online Certificate in Accounting (Post-Baccalaureate) program from Post University, students gain the accounting education necessary to sit for the CPA Exam and licensure requirements in Connecticut and become accounting professionals in small to mid-sized accounting firms. Each accounting class is led by top accounting practitioners, who have passed the CPA Exam and worked in the field. Students study financial, managerial and cost accounting as they move from intermediate to advanced level coursework.
The online Forensic Accounting Certificate program from Post University helps students to build foundational knowledge in forensic accounting and the criminal justice field as they review and analyze real-world case studies relating to fraud prevention, detection, deterrence, and investigation. Graduates are qualified to seek employment as auditors, tax examiners, or investigators in the private and government sectors, or apply their credits to a four-year degree. Students also complete the coursework needed to take the Certified Fraud Examiner test and become a Certified Fraud Examiner.
The online Human Resource Management Certificate program from Post University provides students with the knowledge and skills required to secure entry or advanced-level employment as human resource associates, human resource managers, benefits coordinators, payroll administrators, or training and development managers. Coursework covers topics in:
- Communication dynamics
- Human resource systems
- Labor and employment law
- Leadership
The online Corporate Innovation Graduate Certificate program from Post University helps students develop skills in leading and managing an organization through natural changes and complexities. Coursework is designed to promote innovative thinking, and covers topics including:
- Leadership and Change Management
- Unleashing and Sustaining Innovation in Organizations
- Complexity of the Innovation Process
- Financial Tools for Managing Innovations
In the online Finance Graduate Certificate program from Post University, students gain knowledge and skills in managing financial institutions, analyzing financial statements, and creating and managing financial portfolios. In addition to exploring the impact of public policy on financial principles, coursework covers topics in:
- Managing financial institutions
- Advanced financial statement analysis
- Investment management and analysis
- Organizational risk management
In the online Leadership Graduate Certificate program from Post University, students gain knowledge and abilities in leading, learn how to manage complexity in organizations, and explore and discover their leadership qualities through the study of educational models and assessments. Coursework covers topics in:
- Leadership and change management
- Virtuous leadership
- Innovating leadership and management
- Complexity of the innovative process
In the online Marketing Graduate Certificate program from Post University, students learn how to write marketing plans, develop new products and services, match value propositions to buyers, and manage marketing organizations. Each of the marketing courses is taught by professional faculty, who bring years of practical marketing expertise into the virtual classroom. Coursework covers topics in:
- New product development
- Matching value propositions to buyers
- Integrated marketing for managers
- Driving growth through customer relationship management
In the online Project Management Graduate Certificate program from Post University, students learn how to:
- Lead project teams
- Define and manage project risk
- Use project management systems
- Assess financial resource needs and impacts
- Manage project finances
Upon completion of the program, graduates are ready to apply project management techniques to solve issues in specific industries, giving them a competitive edge in the job market.
Learn to be a leader that invokes change and innovation into your organization with Post University’s online MBA in Corporate Innovation. This advanced degree program is intended for working professionals who have accumulated experience in the business world and are ready to move their career up to management. Upon completing a core curriculum, your coursework with Post’s MBA in Corporate Innovation will climax with a capstone project in your chosen area of study. With this concentration, your subject matter may include:
- Leadership and change management
- Unleashing and sustaining innovation in organizations
- Financial tools for managing innovation
Are you creative, innovative and planning to launch your own start-up? Post University’s MBA in Entrepreneurship will give you the business and financial skills to develop a new idea or product and to sustain that venture. After completing your foundation of core business classes, you will concentrate with classes such as:
- New venture creation
- Operational financial management
- Acquisitions in the new business formation
Your Post MBA in Finance will conclude with a capstone project tailored to your educational and professional goals.
Whether you are an experienced professional in the insurance business, investments, financial planning, risk analyst or corporate finance, an online MBA in Finance will elevate your career and subsequently, your earnings. Post University’s MBA program centers on a curriculum of core business disciplines. Thereafter, you will complete a capstone course in which you tailor a project to your area of interest. With Post’s MBA, your Finance concentration will cover:
- Advanced financial statement analysis
- Investment management and analysis
- Organizational risk management
An online MBA in Leadership from Post University will give you the skills and know-how to become a manager who can implement successful strategies and changes within your organization. You will build upon your professional career to this point and learn how to team build and manage a workforce to efficiently carry out projects and plans. Post’s MBA program builds upon a base of business classes across the major disciplines such as economics, marketing, finance and accounting. You will jump into your Leadership concentration and finish up with a capstone project. Your concentration courses may include:
- Leadership and change management
- Virtuous leadership
- Innovating leadership and management
Build upon your professional sales career or other position in marketing or advertising with an online MBA in Marketing from Post University. You will learn how to develop marketing plans and strategies to effectively reach consumers based upon research and analysis. Your Marketing concentration coursework covers:
- Consumer psychology and buying motivations
- Advanced marketing research and analytics
- Strategic brand management
Post’s MBA incorporates a capstone project which you can tailor to your educational and professional goals.
If you have online MBA goals that cannot be pigeon-holed into one specific concentration, enroll in the Multidisciplinary concentration offered by Post University. This graduate degree will allow you to create your own program, pulling from all of the other concentrations: project management, marketing, finance, leadership, healthcare systems leadership, entrepreneurship and corporate innovation. Post’s Multidisciplinary MBA will culminate in a capstone project, which again, is tailored to your goals.
From inception to completion, managing a project requires leadership skills and advanced business know-how. With an online MBA in Project Management from Post University, you will garner skills and knowledge that you can immediately put into practice in your career. This graduate degree is intended for students with professional experience. Post’s MBA in Project Management culminates in a capstone project. Subjects within this concentration include:
- Virtual teams and organizations
- Project and risk management
- Issues and applications in project management
The online Master of Public Administration degree program from Post University provides students with the decision-making skills, business knowledge, and planning techniques needed to lead and manage change in organizations and better serve the public. Graduates are able to:
- Analyze public policy formulation, interactions, implications, and avenues of impact
- Demonstrate ethical leadership and management skills
- Apply principles of finance to public and nonprofit operations
- Identify, analyze, evaluate, and implement research-based public administration practices
- Formulate and implement new or expanded government/nonprofit services and programs, and consolidate/eliminate underperforming or obsolete programs and services
The online MS in Accounting degree program from Post University is designed to help students earn the educational requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure in most states, seek accounting positions, or advance to managerial roles as auditors, certified public accountants, corporate controllers, or financial analysts. Graduates are able to:
- Measure, analyze, and assess data-driven accounting information to identify solutions to business problems
- Apply best practice accounting and auditing techniques to ensure quality and accuracy of information
- Understand and apply accounting principles on a global scale
- Exhibit skills associated with business development, sales, customer service, and networking
- Utilize foundational knowledge based on the subject matter embodied in the Uniform Certified
Skilled project managers are a vital component of any business, government, or nonprofit organization. Being able to see a project successfully from concept to completion requires a wide range of skills. Gain the skills and knowledge necessary to oversee a variety of complex projects with the Master of Science in Project Management.
Problem-based learning provides you with insights and business-ready skills needed to define goals, lead teams, mitigate risks, and stay within budget and time constraints. Students will practice effective communication skills vital to keeping team members, stakeholders, and decision makers all on the same page. The curriculum aligns with the 10 core knowledge areas of the Project Management Institute, preparing you for PMP certification as well as Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification.
Graduates of this online Project Management degree can pursue job opportunities including:
- Project coordinator
- Project scheduler
- Regulatory affairs manager
- Construction manager
- IT manager
- Project analyst
Computer Science & IT
Post University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics & Data Science with a concentration in Big Data for students interested in working with large amounts of data. With this degree, students are able to take their natural talents and tendencies to make decisions based on logical, analyzed information and turn them into careers. All students earning the Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics & Data Science will study statistics and computer programming while gaining skills that help them with mathematical analysis in finance, economics, biology, social sciences, business, and data science.
The Big Data training concentration focuses on teaching students about programming-based solutions for dealing with large volumes of data. You will also learn to develop programming-based solutions for storing, mining, cleaning, filtering, and analyzing large amounts of data.
Post University’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems / Cybersecurity program is ideal for students who wish to contribute to the security and maintenance of computer networks in various environments. Students gain in-depth knowledge of IT responsibilities, privacy, security of IT systems, programming, project management, ethics, and more.
Post University’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems / Computer Networking program is ideal for students who wish to contribute to the security and maintenance of computer networks in various environments. Graduates have the opportunity to develop specialized database knowledge in addition to computer information systems knowledge. Students gain in-depth knowledge of Web, DBII, DBIV, IT responsibilities, privacy, security of IT systems, programming, project management, ethics, and more.
Post University’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems / Software Development Management program is ideal for students who wish to contribute to the security and maintenance of computer networks in various environments. Graduates have the opportunity to develop specialized software development management knowledge in addition to computer information systems knowledge. Students gain in-depth knowledge of software engineering, IT responsibilities, privacy, security of IT systems, programming, project management, ethics, and more.
Enroll in this online data science degree and advance professional opportunities. Prepare for a career working with data with this degree that blends mathematics and computer science. The curriculum, which examines such topics as statistical analysis methods, modeling techniques, and data science analytics, provides a framework for developing a solid background in data science analytics. Capitalize on your analytical nature as you learn to define problems that require quantitative solutions and to help companies make informed decisions using data-backed facts.
Two concentrations are available:
- Big Data
- Interdisciplinary Studies
By earning this math degree online, you will enjoy a variety of benefits. Enjoy support from a personal team of advisors who are dedicated to your success while learning from industry-experienced professionals. While you can study when and where it is convenient, courses in this online data science degree are interactive.
The online BS in Management / Computer Information Systems degree program from Post University provides students with an understanding of the hierarchy of organizations, how to integrate the people and systems of organizations, and how to leverage creativity and innovation to improve organizational effectiveness, now and in the future. Coursework covers topics in:
- Human resource management
- Organizational behavior
- Team processes and development
- Business ethics
- Communication
In the Computer Information Systems Concentration, students are exposed to networking in business and learn about the relationship between information systems and technology.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
You can prepare for a career in public safety with the Associate of Science in Criminal Justice from Post University. The online criminal justice degree explores the three elements of this system:
- The courts
- Corrections
- Law enforcement
Through the online criminal justice associate’s degree program, you prepare for entry-level roles in the field or to continue your education for a bachelor’s degree. Your online studies explore crime and punishment from the US Constitution to skills in forensics, criminal investigation, and report writing.
If you want to study the law, start with the Associate of Science in Legal Studies at Post University. The online law degree develops your skills in such areas as:
- Legal research
- Civil litigation
- Business law
- Real estate closings
Through the online law associate’s degree program, you learn to navigate the law and solve legal issues. Your online studies also develop your skills in decision-making and communication.
You can earn an interdisciplinary degree with the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice / Correctional Counseling from Post University. The online criminal justice degree explores such areas as:
- Sociology
- Human services
- Criminal justice
Through the online criminal justice bachelor’s degree program, you gain a solid foundation of the due process of law. Your online studies focus on the causation of crime and focus on sociology and human services in the area of corrections.
If you prefer to work with facts over people, consider the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice / Crime Scene Investigation from Post University. The online forensic science degree presents a detailed and systematic approach to this field.
Through the online forensic science bachelor’s degree program, you learn the process of handling physical evidence. Your online studies focus on such topics as:
- Chain of custody
- Crime scene processing
- Identification and collection of physical evidence
You can train in all-hazards response with the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice / Emergency Management & Homeland Security from Post University. The online emergency management degree examines the four phases of managing disasters:
- Mitigation
- Preparedness
- Response
- Recovery
Through the online emergency management bachelor’s degree program, you learn the roles of other agencies that can collaborate in times of crisis. Your online studies develop your skills in collaboration, cooperation, and communication to prepare you as an effective leader.
You can prepare to protect your community with the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice / Law Enforcement from Post University. The online law enforcement degree focuses on such areas as:
- Juvenile justice
- White-collar crime
- Police administration and management
Through the online law enforcement bachelor’s degree program, you will find support every step of the way. Your online studies use interactive methods to emphasize the practical application of issues in criminal justice.
You can explore our American legal system with the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice / Legal Studies from Post University. The online law degree provides flexibility and a rigorous education in such ways as:
- No set login times
- Learn from industry professionals
- Engage in interactive coursework
- Learn the practical application of criminal justice knowledge
Through the online law bachelor’s degree program, you have access to a student success advisor to work with you one-on-one. Your online studies offer flexibility to help you reach your educational goals.
You can explore the field of public safety with the Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management & Homeland Security / Criminal Justice Leadership from Post University. The online emergency management degree explores such tasks as:
- Prepare for pending emergencies
- Manage response operations
- Conduct recovery efforts
- Analyze past disasters
Through the online emergency management bachelor’s degree program, you study the mission and purpose of protective agencies. Your online studies also help you identify potential pending threats to our security.
If you feel a commitment to serve, consider the Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management & Homeland Security / Cybersecurity and Informaton Assurance from Post University. The online cybersecurity degree develops your professional skills in such areas as:
- Cooperation
- Collaboration
- Communication
Through the online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree program, you learn to identify threats to information systems and cyberspace. Your online studies impart strategies to mitigate cyber crime.
You can take a deep dive into law enforcement with Post University’s Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management & Homeland Security / Policing. The online law enforcement degree prepares you for a future of service to your community and country.
Through the online law enforcement bachelor’s degree program, you focus on public safety and homeland security issues. Your online studies prepare you to keep law and order in times of disasters with courses in such topics as:
- Public health
- Disaster planning
- Crisis communications
You can pursue a future in law with the Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies from Post University. The online law degree covers such topics as:
- Civil litigation
- Legal research and writing
- Intellectual property practice
- Environmental law
Through the online law bachelor’s degree program, you can develop practical skills in many areas of the law. Your online studies hone your professional skills, all within the context of ethical practice.
You can explore our legal system with the Certificate in Paralegal Studies from Post University. The online paralegal program offers courses in such topics as:
- Business law
- Probate practice
- Real estate law
- Legal research and writing
Through the online paralegal certificate program, you hone your professional skills like decision-making, communication, and critical thinking. Your online studies also teach the use of technology to deliver legal services.
Education
Enroll in the online early childhood education degree and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed for students who love helping and watching kids grow and learn through play. Through rich class discussions, research assignments, and off-site learning opportunities, students learn appropriate skills and techniques to support the development of children aged birth through 8 years old.
Graduates may pursue a variety of early childhood education careers such as:
- Paraprofessional
- Lead teacher
- Teaching assistant
- Family service worker
- In-home care provider (nanny)
This is a flexible online early childhood education degree. It allows you to study wherever it is convenient without commuting daily.
Get ready to work with children from birth through age 8 in private settings with this online early childhood education degree. Graduates may pursue employment or promotions in private and state-funded centers, early care and early education centers, departments of social services, family resources centers, children’s museums, or recreation centers.
Gain the knowledge and skills to:
- Apply developmental knowledge to create healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environments
- Apply knowledge and understanding of family, culture, and community characteristics when building effective relationships with diverse families and children
- Observe and document children’s learning using appropriate assessment tools and approaches
- Construct and implement an engaging curriculum that is meaningful, challenging, and achievable for all children
- Effectively and professionally communicate verbally and in writing
Students in this online early childhood education degree enjoy a lot of flexibility. Study wherever it is convenient while balancing your education with other obligations.
Enroll in online higher education degrees and advance professional opportunities. Prepare for a leadership role in a higher education organization. Courses teach the fundamentals involved in effective leadership, from principles and practical applications of adult learning theory to current federal and state policies regarding post-secondary education.
Learn to:
- Drive higher education
- Evaluate the current political, social, and technology climate
- Predict the effect of the future of higher education
Through research-based projects students in these online education administration degrees are able to face challenges and opportunities, improving the education field and moving higher education institutions into the future.
Enroll in online instructional design programs and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed to provide educators with a comprehensive understanding of online instruction, course creation, and technology integration. Students develop research-based knowledge, skills, and strategies related to quality online teaching, effective design and delivery of online courses, and assessments in online learning environments.
Specific topics covered include:
- Online teaching and learning
- Designing and delivering online instruction
- Online assessment and evaluation
- Trends in online learning
With this online instructional design program, students are able to study when and where it is convenient. Any place with internet access can serve as a classroom.
Enroll in online ESL degree programs to advance professional opportunities. With the increasingly global world around us, there is a corresponding need for professionals to help non-native speakers learn to communicate effectively in English. This program helps you begin or advance your career in teaching English to speakers of other languages.
Gain a solid foundation in practical and pedagogical tools, knowledge base, and experience. You will explore learning theories and methods for effective instruction. Study strategies as you learn to effectively teach grammar, syntax, and everyday usage. Graduates are prepared to teach students of all ages, from younger age groups to adults.
Enroll in online teaching degrees and advance professional opportunities. This program develops the critical thinking, analytic, and forecasting skills students need for success in various educational settings. These include K-12, corporate, training, military, online, post-secondary, and more.
Graduates are prepared to:
- Compare theories of teaching and learning and apply them in a variety of educational contexts
- Analyze emerging technology trends and effectively integrate innovative technology to support learning
- Establish and evaluate learning communities that are collaborative, inclusive, and supportive of the needs of a diverse population of learners
- Examine and interpret a variety of educational data, resources, and research to support and inform decision-making practices
Customize these online teaching degrees by choosing a concentration that matches your career goals. Available concentrations are Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Technology, Learning Design and Technology, Online Teaching, and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
Enroll in these online masters in curriculum and instruction and advance professional opportunities. This program focuses on research-based teaching strategies that promote learning and enhance achievement in education settings. Creative and innovative courses develop critical thinking, analytic, and forecasting skills.
You will learn to:
- Compare teaching theories and learning
- Analyze emerging technology trends
- Integrate innovative technology to support learning
- Establish learning communities that meet the needs of diverse learners
With these online masters in curriculum and instruction students complete coursework that provides a differentiated learning experience, allowing students to pursue projects that interest them.
Enroll in these online instructional design programs and advance professional opportunities. Take education into the next generation. Learn to assess educational technology, practices, and processes while exploring current and emerging technologies. Examine ways to infuse technology into various educational settings, meeting the needs of different learning styles. Creative and innovative courses develop critical thinking, analytic, and forecasting skills.
You will learn to:
- Compare teaching theories and learning
- Analyze emerging technology trends
- Integrate innovative technology to support learning
- Establish learning communities that meet the needs of diverse learners
Personalize your learning experience by choosing technology-related projects that are relevant to your professional working environment.
Enroll in online instructional design programs and advance professional opportunities. Courses focus on instructional design theories and practical applications. Learn to design, develop, evaluate, and implement technology-infused instruction. Creative and innovative courses develop critical thinking, analytic, and forecasting skills.
You will learn to:
- Compare teaching theories and learning
- Analyze emerging technology trends
- Integrate innovative technology to support learning
- Establish learning communities that meet the needs of diverse learners
Benefit from this online instructional design program further through the practice of instructional design techniques that are applicable to many different educational environments.
Enroll in these online instructional design programs and advance professional opportunities. Prepare for the future of education, online instruction. Students develop research-based knowledge, skills, and strategies that improve the quality of online teaching. Learn about effective design and delivery of online courses and learn to perform assessments in online environments. Creative and innovative courses develop critical thinking, analytic, and forecasting skills.
You will learn to:
- Compare teaching theories and learning
- Analyze emerging technology trends
- Integrate innovative technology to support learning
- Establish learning communities that meet the needs of diverse learners
Enroll in these masters in ESL online degrees and advance professional opportunities. This program grows increasingly important as the world becomes increasingly interconnected. Courses cover such topics as language pedagogy, language acquisition, English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching methodology, and ESL curriculum and assessment. Students learn about the theories and practices that promote culturally and linguistically sensitive educational experiences. Creative and innovative courses develop critical thinking, analytic, and forecasting skills.
You will learn to:
- Compare teaching theories and learning
- Analyze emerging technology trends
- Integrate innovative technology to support learning
- Establish learning communities that meet the needs of diverse learners
Graduates are ready to design, implement, teach, and evaluate the TESOL curriculum.
Enroll in online higher education degrees to advance professional opportunities. Prepare to meet the demands of the rapidly changing higher education landscape. Whether you’re seeking to enter or advance in the field, this program provides specialized knowledge, skills, and the practical experience needed to lead institutions as scholars and practitioners.
In this program, you will prepare to respond to the various challenges faced by higher education administrators today and in the future. Core coursework in this online education administration degree explores leadership and change management theory, analysis of demographic trends, assessment and evaluation practices, delivery of all aspects of student services, and solving problems of practice.
Healthcare
With the dynamics of healthcare today constantly shifting, it takes savvy professionals to wade through the contemporary issues that can impede quality patient care and service. An online Master of Business Administration in Healthcare from Post University will prepare you to smoothly manage healthcare administration and operations at your facility.
Covering a wide spectrum of current issues in medical care, American Sentinal’s online MBA has two options for completing your degree:
- Course-based curriculum
- Project-based curriculum
With this unique concept, you can choose the learning path that is most conducive to your experience and schedule. Furthermore, with this online MBA you may receive credit for your life experience and previous healthcare knowledge towards degree completion or program requirements.
The demand for healthcare professionals who can lead and make quantitative and qualitative business decisions is growing rapidly. Take the experience you have gained thus far in your professional career and apply it to an online MBA in Healthcare Systems Leadership at Post University. This advanced degree is intended to give you an understanding of how technology and finance relate to business decisions in a medical setting. Post’s MBA concludes with a capstone project which you can tailor to your learning and career objectives. The Healthcare Systems Leadership concentration entails subjects such as:
- Healthcare decisions, analytics and systems performance
- Managing community and population health
- Healthcare quality, performance and financial management
Math & Science
Turn your passion for horses into a career with this exciting online animal science bachelor degree that focuses on everything from business management and equine science to safe barn practices and equine nutrition. Emphasis is placed on interpersonal communication.
Customization is an important component of this online animal science degree. Choose from elective courses that could help prepare you for micro-credentialing opportunities outside the University, such as the Instructor Certification Program. There are also several concentrations available online:
- Business Management
- Equestrian Coaching
- Interdisciplinary
There are numerous benefits to earning this animal science degree online. Enjoy support from a team of advisors dedicated to your success and instruction from industry-experienced professionals. Courses are interactive but you can still study when and where it is convenient.
Nursing
The online RN to BSN degree completion program from Post University aims to improve patient outcomes and advance the healthcare industry through innovative learning environments. Designed to build upon students’ previously gained knowledge and experience from associate degree or diploma in nursing programs, coursework covers topics such as:
- Management & Leadership
- Community Health
- Health Assessment
- Case Management
- Health Care Delivery
This Doctor of Nursing Practice with a specialization in Educational Leadership is an online nursing administration degree from Post University. This is a practice-based, leadership-focused program for RNs seeking positions leading nursing education programs. Consisting of a rigorous curriculum, this online nursing degree covers a wide range of issues in nursing and healthcare. Courses, taught by top nurse educators, provide a strong foundation and the skills needed to teach and lead academic and educational programs in healthcare organizations.
During this program students benefit from working with peers who share education-focused goals. Also, this accredited online nursing program, unlike most traditional doctorate programs, is specific to nursing and produces graduates who are competent education leaders.
Master’s-educated nurses who wish to immediately work in healthcare leadership will benefit from the Doctor of Nursing Practice with a specialization in Executive Leadership degree. With this 100% online nursing administration degree students complete a rigorous curriculum in nursing and health care. Topics covered also include legislative policy issues and economics. Courses provide the foundation and skills needed to lead organizations while remaining current, so students are ready to deal with recent healthcare issues. Students in this online nursing degree program study five key competencies:
- Leadership
- Business intelligence
- Finance
- Health policy
- Health services research
As you explore these topics you will have the opportunity to interact with leaders in nursing from around the United States while furthering your critical thinking and leadership skills.
Do you have a MSN and an interest in working with technology as a nurse? If so, this Doctor of Nursing Practice with a specialization in Informatics Leadership, an online nursing informatics program, will help you to succeed. You will gain the skills and knowledge needed to work as a clinical health IT advisor to the executive leadership team, explaining application use and change implementation that will optimize patient care.
This online nursing degree emphasizes critical thinking, management, and leadership skills. Featuring a curriculum that stays current, this accredited degree ensures graduates are able to speak for bedside clinicians, implement and optimize the use of health IT, coordinate and educate on the use of technology, and understand the impact technology has on patients.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice with a concentration in Professional Leadership is an online nursing degree for those nurses interested in advancing into managerial or entrepreneurial roles. Designed to promote the advanced practice of nursing, this DNP allows you to customize your specialization courses to fit your interests and goals. With the leadership specialization, nurses complete core curriculum courses and then choose the specialization courses that best meet their goals. Students also complete practice experiences that allow them to apply the knowledge and concepts learned in their courses.
Graduates are able to:
- Use strategic decision-making and change implementation
- Critique leadership roles in healthcare
- Remain sensitive to cultures and ethnicities
- Develop, implement, and evaluate best practices to advance healthcare
The Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Adult Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) is designed for RNs with a BSN. This online adult gerontology degree meets two needs: helping with the shortage of primary care providers and providing more recognition for nurses. Nurses will be able to provide patient-centered care as NPs while gaining job stability.
With this specialization, students study to become primary care professionals for patients 13 years old and above. You learn to assess, prevent, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic health conditions by studying a variety of advanced primary care areas. The rigorous curriculum covers such topics as:
- Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning
- Complex Concepts of Aging
- Advanced Role Development and Organizational Leadership
The Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Case Management is an online MSN program for RNs who wish to advance their careers using this path. A 100% online degree, this program features a rigorous curriculum specifically designed for working healthcare professionals. Courses cover a wide variety of issues in case management as students learn to deliver personalized patient service while maximizing the potential for successful patient outcomes, including long-term care. These courses are built upon the standards of the Case Management Society of America core curriculum but further emphasize the areas of lifecare planning and distance client management using technology. Examples include:
- Clinical and Administrative Systems
- Process of Case Management
- Case Management and Evidence Based Practice
There are two options for completing this degree: the traditional term-based method or the flexible method utilizing virtual simulations called MSN Powered by SIMPath®.
Case Management nurses help patients with complex healthcare needs get the care and services they need. Pursuing the MSN in Case Management allows nurses to provide personalized service to their patients by creating care plans, analyzing financial and ethical aspects, and working with an interdisciplinary team to ensure best results.
Post University is one of only a few universities accredited by CCNE to offer a streamlined RN to MSN program. This online nursing program combines BSN and MSN coursework to save money and prepare nurses for advanced care roles in less time.
The Case Management specialization covers topics including:
- Case management and evidence based practice
- Life care planning
- Clinical and administrative systems
- Concepts and processes in case management
The Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is designed for RNs with a BSN who wish to take the licensure test in FNP. This online nurse practitioner degree meets two needs: helping with the shortage of primary care providers and providing more recognition for nurses. Nurses will be able to provide patient-centered care as NPs while gaining job stability.
The rigorous curriculum in this FNP degree program covers both clinical and academic knowledge. You learn to manage the overall health of families in your care, including promoting health, accessing healthcare resources, managing acute and chronic illnesses, and more. A variety of topics are covered as students learn to assess, prevent, diagnose, and manage the health conditions of patients throughout their lives. Examples of advanced primary care areas covered include:
- Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning for the APRN
- Maternal and Child Care
- Advanced Practice Nursing Integration
If you are a RN with an interest in improving patient safety, the Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Infection Prevention & Control is worth looking into. This MSN online degree is designed with maximum flexibility, allowing you to meet current obligations while preparing to advance in your career through this interesting field.
This rigorous curriculum develops expertise in epidemiology and pathophysiology. You also study a variety of other issues in the field, including emerging infectious disease. Graduates are prepared to:
- Interpret infection control data
- Assess and manage environmental risks
- Design and implement surveillance systems
Patient safety is at the core of the MSN in Infection Prevention and Control from American Sentinel University. Nurses in this online program gain expertise in epidemiology and pathophysiology to improve patient outcomes.
Graduates can put their skills to work in healthcare management roles interpreting infection control data, assessing and managing environmental risks, designing and implementing surveillance systems, and developing evidence-based practices. Post University is one of only a few universities accredited by CCNE to offer a streamlined RN to MSN program. This online nursing program combines BSN and MSN coursework to save money and prepare nurses for advanced care roles in less time.
Learning outcomes of this online nursing program include:
- Applying principles of epidemiology to environmental risk assessment
- Integrating roles as leaders and collaborators in various healthcare settings
- Evaluating legislation, policies, and economics in the current healthcare environment
- Utilizing research to enhance professional nursing practice
The Master of Science in Nursing / MBA in Healthcare is a dual degree from Post University that readies students to shape the future of nursing and healthcare. Designed for BSN prepared nurses, this master’s in nursing online leads to positions in healthcare administration and management as they lead the healthcare revolution and improve patient care. By completing this dual degree, students not only set themselves apart with two master’s degrees but also save time and money. In a little over two years, this online business administration degree allows graduates to become leaders in various healthcare facilities, including hospitals, insurance companies, small practices, and hospices.
Students find that an education from American Sentinel University is different than that found in a traditional classroom. With a curriculum designed exclusively for online learning from an institution dedicated to healthcare, you will discover confidence along with personal and professional satisfaction.
The Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Nursing Education from Post University is a master’s in nursing education online degree. This flexible program is designed for RNs interested in teaching others and improving the future of nursing. Providing a foundation in educational research, the curriculum also teaches the skills needed to integrate evidence-based practices into your future curriculum. While studying a wide variety of topics in nursing education, special focus is placed on academic freedom and ethics.
Courses are likely to include:
- Curriculum Design and Learning Outcomes
- Teaching to Diverse Learning Styles
- Organizational Dynamics of Higher Education
Share your passion and knowledge of nursing with others with a career as a nurse educator. The online MSN in Nursing Education program from American Sentinel focuses on educational research and the skills necessary to integrate evidence-based practices into curriculum.
Coursework prepares nurses to teach students with diverse learning styles and better understand the organizational dynamics of higher education. Post University is one of only a few universities accredited by CCNE to offer a streamlined RN to MSN program. This online nursing program combines BSN and MSN coursework to save money and prepare nurses for advanced care roles in less time.
Topics covered in this online Nursing Education degree program include:
- Assessment of learning
- Distance education
- Curriculum design
- Learning outcomes
The Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Nursing Informatics is designed for RNs with a love of technology. This online nursing informatics degree program allows you to combine healthcare with technology, using healthcare data to improve patient outcomes and reduce risk. The rigorous curriculum provides a solid foundation in information processing along with a variety of issues in nursing informatics. For example, students study the evaluation of legislation, policies, and economics on healthcare systems. Meanwhile, you gain analytical skills that will help use data-driven insights to support best practices.
You can choose how you want to earn your degree: the traditional method or the more flexible MSN Powered by SIMPath® method.
Combine healthcare with technology to improve patient outcomes and reduce risk with the MSN in Nursing Informatics degree. Nurses specializing in informatics gain a solid foundation in information processing and analysis to support best practices for their patients.
Students in the program study topics including the evaluation of legislation, policies, and economics on healthcare systems. American Sentinel is one of only a few universities accredited by CCNE to offer a streamlined RN to MSN program. This online nursing program combines BSN and MSN coursework to save money and prepare nurses for advanced care roles in less time.
Coursework in the online Nursing Informatics degree program includes:
- Clinical and administrative systems
- Healthcare informatics
- Healthcare data analytics
- Healthcare project management
- Information security and privacy in healthcare environments
From Post University, the Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Nursing Management & Organizational Leadership is designed for RNs interested in advancing their careers. With this online nursing administration degree students gain the knowledge and skills needed to lead the change in healthcare organizations and shape the future of nursing. Students explore various human resource challenges organizations face and the dynamic nature of strategic planning and management processes. Courses cover a variety of topics, including long-range planning which includes:
- Budgeting
- Analysis
- Reporting
- Developing a capital budget
This 100% online degree is extremely flexible, allowing you to meet current obligations while preparing for your future. Plus, you can choose how you want to earn your degree: the traditional method or the more flexible MSN Powered by SIMPath® method.
Registered Nurses can gain advanced skills and knowledge to lead change in healthcare organizations with the MSN in Nursing Management and Organizational Leadership. Courses in this nursing administration degree online focus on various human resource challenges in healthcare, as well as strategic planning and management processes.
Students learn critical skills in areas including long-range planning, budgeting, analysis, and reporting. American Sentinel is one of only a few universities accredited by CCNE to offer a streamlined RN to MSN program. This online nursing program combines BSN and MSN coursework to save money and prepare nurses for advanced care roles in less time.
Some of the course topics include:
- Leadership in healthcare organizations
- Clinical and administrative systems
- Healthcare finance and economics
- Healthcare strategic management and planning
The Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is designed for RNs with a BSN. This online mental health nurse practitioner program meets the increasing demand for mental health professionals in the United States while providing more recognition for nurses. As the stigma surrounding mental health conditions fades and a large group of psychiatrists are retiring, there is a shortage of prescribing mental health service providers. Graduates of this degree are prepared to fill this psychiatric provider shortage.
With the medical community looking for PMHNPs to provide primary care, this online psychiatric nursing programs offers the knowledge and skills students need. You will learn how to deliver mental health services to individuals, families, and communities and to prescribe medication.
Psychology & Human Services
The Applied Behavior Analysis concentration of this online bachelor’s in Psychology is designed for students who want to pursue a career as a behavioral analyst in educational and clinical settings. Coursework introduces the science of ABA and learning theory principles.
Coursework in child development and educational psychology give background for real world applications of ABA in educational settings. This online special education degree explains the roles and responsibilities of a behavior analyst, including functional behavior assessment, data collection and analysis, and ethical issues in complex clinical cases.
Classes taken as a part of this degree program include:
- Fundamentals of applied behavior analysis
- Child development
- Advanced concepts in applied behavior analysis
- Educational psychology
Post University offers an online bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a concentration in Human Development, Education, and Health. Graduates will be prepared to pursue advanced degrees or for careers in fields such as human services, counseling, rehabilitation, education, legislative affairs, or community and public relations.
Courses within this concentration focus on child and adolescent development, educational psychology, and drugs and behavior. Students have the opportunity to complete an internship experience in a human services agency, school setting, or research university.
Topics studied in the coursework include:
- Personality and psychopathology
- Child and adolescent development
- The relationship between the nervous system and behavior
- Societal and cultural influences on human interaction
- The relationship between psychology and the law
An Organizational Studies concentration is offered within the online bachelor’s of Psychology degree program at Post University. Graduates will be well positioned to pursue graduate studies or immediately enter the workforce in fields such as research, education, or business.
This organizational psychology degree online focuses on the human personality, leadership, and productivity. Students will examine how factors such as motivation and group dynamics influence workplace interactions. Research and internship opportunities allow students to apply classroom learning to real world situations.
Students will gain valuable skills during the program, such as:
- Applying scientific research methods such as design, data analysis, and interpretation
- Analyzing how experiential and biological factors affect mental processes and behavior
- Examining how diverse sociocultural experiences and perspectives influence behavior and mental processes
- Collaborating and communicating effectively with others in oral and written formats
- Analyzing major concepts, theories, and findings in psychology to explain and solve problems related to human behavior
The online Human Services degree with a concentration in Counseling is designed for students interested in a career in clinical work. Graduates can continue their studies with the master’s degree program at Post University to further advance their career and work toward clinical licensure.
This online Counseling degree focuses on counseling techniques and theories for assisting individuals, families, and groups. Students will examine specific issues that impact human behavior, such as mental health disorders and substance abuse.
The Human Services degree program enables students to be able to:
- Identify and apply theories and principles of human development and counseling dynamics
- Assess the needs of clients regarding programming, service planning, and outcomes
- Understand and explore interpersonal dynamics
- Reflect on values, beliefs, and ideas to more effectively provide services to others
Post University offers a concentration in Criminal Justice within its online Human Services bachelor’s degree. The focus of this degree program is the criminal justice system and current practices in crime and punishment.
Coursework in this online Criminal Justice degree examines the fields of corrections, parole, and probation. Students can choose criminal justice electives related to their interests and career goals. Field experiences and internship opportunities allow students to apply what they have learned in supervised real world situations.
Students in the Human Services degree program will be able to:
- Identify and apply theories and principles of human development and counseling dynamics
- Assess the needs of clients regarding programming, service planning, and outcomes
- Understand and explore interpersonal dynamics
- Reflect on values, beliefs, and ideas to more effectively provide services to others
Equine-assisted therapy and therapeutic riding can help the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of individuals with special needs. The online Human Services bachelor’s degree at Post University offers a special concentration in the Equine Industry.
In this degree program, students will explore how equine-assisted activities can help improve client treatment outcomes. Coursework takes a look at areas including mental health, healthcare, and physical and occupational therapy programs.
In addition to core Human Services classes, topics within this specialization include:
- Exploring the equine industry
- Animal assisted counseling
- Equine industry orientation
- Equine business ethics
Gain an understanding of leadership roles in the field with an online Human Services bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Human Services Management. Graduates can pursue careers such as group home managers, program managers, and program engagement coordinators.
Coursework in this track focuses on group behavior in organizations, employee motivation, and functions of human resources in public and private organizations. The curriculum also covers general Human Services topics such as social welfare, research methods in the social sciences, and ethical and legal issues.
Class topics include the following:
- Principles of management
- Human resource management
- Organizational behavior
- Public management
- Human services administration
Examine the impact of mental health and social conditions on individuals with the Psychology – Health, Education, and Community Services concentration of this online bachelor’s in Human Services degree. Students in this program will study theories of psychopathology.
Coursework allows students to explore child development as well as differences in race, gender identity, and culture. Students have the opportunity to apply their learning to real world situations with supervised field experiences and internships. Graduates will be prepared to effectively advocate for social justice using skills in counseling, ethical decision-making, and crisis intervention.
Some topics studied within this degree concentration include:
- Fundamentals of psychology
- Multicultural psychology
- Social psychology
- Abnormal psychology
- Drugs and behavior
Post University offers students an online bachelor’s in Human Services with a concentration in Sociology – Health and Community Services. Students in this degree track will learn to understand the impact of society on individuals.
Coursework in this online Sociology degree includes topics such as socialization, stratification, social class, social change, and social influence on marriage and family. Students will also examine issues surrounding gender, race, and ethnicity, as well as alcohol and drug use. Graduates will be prepared to help others at the individual, group, and community level.
Careers available with this degree include the following:
- Caseworker
- Youth worker
- Probation officer
- Life skills instructor
- Group home manager
- Client advocate
- Program manager
- Program engagement coordinator
Advance your professional development and sharpen your clinical skills with an online Graduate Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Counseling from Post University. This certificate program combines online classroom learning with two field practicums where students can apply their knowledge in professional settings.
Courses explore complex issues regarding drug and alcohol addiction in society. Students will learn the effects of short and long-term use of substances on the individual, their family, and the community. Credits may be able to be applied toward professional counseling licensure in your state.
Classes examine topics including the following:
- Biology of addiction
- Theories of alcohol and drug counseling
- Psychopathology of addiction
- Group and family treatment in addictions
Take the next step in pursuing your professional counseling license with a Graduate Certificate in Professional Counseling from Post University. This online graduate Counseling program gives students the skills and knowledge to help their clients make positive and productive changes in their lives.
The curriculum covers the basic stages of the counseling process, from initial interview through termination and referral. Concentrations are available in Clinical Counseling within Organizational Settings or Alcohol and Drug Counseling. Students will learn how the models of counseling apply to various populations and problems.
Core class topics include the following:
- Professional and ethical orientation to counseling
- Career counseling, appraisal, and development
- Multicultural issues in human services
- Testing and appraisal of individuals and groups in human services
Working professionals can develop the knowledge and skills they need to advance their careers with an online master’s in Counseling and Human Services from Post University. Students will be able to immediately apply concepts and practices from their studies to their jobs.
Graduates will be prepared to provide services in a wide range of environments including mental health facilities, corrections, halfway houses, child and family centers, and geriatric facilities. This online master’s in Human Services is a good opportunity for those with undergraduate degrees in Human Services, Psychology, or Criminal Justice to step up their career options and potential in the field.
Students can choose from the following concentrations:
- Clinical mental health counseling
- Alcohol and drug counseling
- Forensic mental health counseling
Gain a greater understanding of the complex issues surrounding addiction in American society with the Alcohol and Drug Counseling specialization of this master’s degree in Counseling and Human Services. This online substance abuse counseling degree from Post University explores the biological, psychological, and sociological effects of substance use.
Students will examine the effects of addiction on the individual, their family, and the community. Courses explain best practices and current research on how to handle assessment, diagnosis, and treatment options. Credits from this degree program can be applied toward professional counseling licensure in most states.
Course topics within this specialization include the following:
- Biology of addiction
- Theories of alcohol and drug counseling
- Psychopathology of addiction
- Group and family treatment in addictions
One of the concentrations offered with Post University’s online master’s in Counseling and Human Services focuses on Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This online graduate Counseling program gives students the skills to begin or advance their career in clinical counseling.
The curriculum covers a wide range of issues related to assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric disorders. Students will learn about the primary models, theories, and techniques in counseling related to individuals, groups, and families. Students interested in pursuing licensure should check requirements in their state for compatibility with this program.
Students can expect to study topics including:
- Theories of counseling
- Family systems theory
- Group therapy
- Psychopathology and psychological assessment
Prepare to offer counseling services to juveniles and adults involved in the criminal justice system with the Forensic Mental Health Counseling concentration of this online master’s degree in Counseling and Human Services from Post University. An online forensic psychology degree explores how the human services field and the judicial system are intertwined.
Students will explore concepts related to criminal behavior and psychopathology, as well as forensic assessment and victimology. The curriculum focuses on developing theoretical, analytical, and clinical skills required in the field. Credits from this degree program may be applied toward professional licensure in most states.
This specialization track includes courses in the following areas:
- Introduction to forensic mental health counseling
- Theories of criminal behavior and psychopathology
- Victimology and counseling victims
- Forensic assessment and counseling techniques