Are you ready to broaden your horizons, expand your knowledge, and develop your skill set? The Associate of Science in General Education program will allow you to gain writing & mathematical skills and explore subject matter disciplines such as humanities, information literacy, science, and social science. Within the curriculum, you will address the cultural diversity of contemporary society and focus on writing & speech communication. Students will also explore mathematical and other formal systems to develop abstract reasoning abilities and take a course in informational literacy.

The program focuses on core competencies that address the soft skills a person needs in the workplace. These soft skills include, but are not limited to writing, oral communication, quantitative reasoning, information literacy, and critical thinking.

The AS in General Education program serves as a feeder program to many scientific tracks and pathways such as a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, public health, clinical science, and radiation therapy.

A well-rounded education is vital for living a more rewarding life, and in preparing you for further study in a major field of specialization. National University’s Associate of Arts in General Education program provides the building blocks for your intellectual growth with instruction on English and mathematical skills, as well as the humanities, information literacy, science, and social science disciplines.

Your general education curriculum will begin with a focus on writing and speech, then expand to develop your abstract reasoning capabilities through courses in mathematics and informational literacy. Finally, you’ll explore the natural sciences, humanities, fine arts, language, and the social and behavioral sciences. Throughout many of these courses, the instruction will include an examination of the human condition in a multicultural society.

Pursuing an associate of arts in general education is an opportunity for discovery and self-improvement on its own, but it also serves as an introduction to and foundation for areas of study you may want to explore further. It prepares you for a more insightful, rewarding life, whether you aspire to additional education or not.

The Associate of Science in Business program is designed to prepare students for entry-level management positions. The degree completion provides a transition path to a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree. The curriculum includes courses in general business, accounting, economics, finance, legal studies, management and marketing. With a goal to maximizing student success, the program is designed with three prerequisites: information literacy, introductory business mathematics, and probability and statistics. Other courses may be taken in any sequence.

In the Associate of Science in Business online program, you’ll engage in courses in general business, accounting, economics, legal studies, management, and marketing to gain a broad understanding of the business world. You’ll also pursue two pre-requisites as part of general education requirements: introductory business mathematics and Internet literacy. With these in hand you’ll have a fundamental understanding of basic business management and how it applies to planning and implementing an organization’s strategic behavior.

This program is not intended for students to practice law. The coursework taken in this program is not transferable to law school. This course of study does not satisfy the legal education requirement to take the California Bar exam.

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in law, consider earning an Associate of Science degree in Paralegal Studies. In National University’s associate degree program, you’ll learn how to discover and analyze the facts of cases, research the law using the latest legal technology, prepare legal memoranda and persuasive documents, and effectively communicate with clients and attorneys while supporting them in legal matters. Working as a paralegal also can allow you to explore the legal profession for a few years to gain experience and begin your path toward continued legal education.

Paralegals are skilled legal professionals who perform many of the same tasks as attorneys but at a lower cost, making them an increasingly valuable asset for law firms looking to reduce expenses. As a paralegal, you will be a respected and essential member of a dynamic and influential legal team.

This program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) and offered online. The program combines a comprehensive academic curriculum with practical education in the role of the paralegal in a legal environment.

A BA in English is an excellent starting point for a career in teaching, media, advertising, writing and publishing; for graduate or professional studies in English, communications, or law; and for advancement in any field in which communication skills are important.

National University’s Bachelor of Arts in English emphasizes literary analysis, diversity, critical thinking, and written and oral communication skills through a rigorous curriculum of literature, composition, language and linguistics, and communication studies.

NU’s curriculum is designed for students seeking a flexible way to earn their degree. Offered online in the four-week class format, you can complete the program at an accelerated pace under a supportive and dedicated faculty of active practitioners.

National University’s Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Psychology program offers a complementary alternative to the traditional science-based psychology major. With a holistic psychology degree, you’ll understand and appreciate an individual’s deepest values, emotions, inter- and intrapersonal relationships, and relationships with the physical and spiritual world.

Throughout the program, you’ll get a sense of the whole person by developing knowledge and skills important to health and growth, like self-reflection, consciousness, and creativity. Using the perspectives of existential-humanistic, phenomenon science, transpersonal, and scientific psychology, deeper layers will be revealed. As a graduate of the program, you’ll be prepared to help others increase acceptance and responsibility for their lives and will be well-equipped to pursue advanced study.

Help shape how the world works, learns, communicates, and plays by earning a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media Design. This program prepares you for careers in digital content creation, from web design and video editing to game development and augmented reality. Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, guided by expert instructors, many of whom are active professionals.

The curriculum builds creative and technical skills in graphic design, audio/video production, motion graphics, game design, AR/VR, and more. You’ll learn the latest in visual communication for business, marketing, education, and entertainment.

You’ll also complete two project-based courses tailored to your interests, and build a portfolio that highlights your skills. Graduates are prepared for roles like Art Director, Web Designer, Game Designer, Video Editor, Social Media Specialist, and Instructional Designer.

If you’ve completed studies in a variety of areas, both academic and applied, a Bachelor’s in General Studies is a way to bring those diverse subjects into a cohesive degree program. The program is unlike most online general studies degree programs in that you won’t need to repeat coursework already completed to fulfill the requirements of an established program. This Bachelor of General Studies degree is an excellent choice if you have varied, complementary areas of interest, or if you’re coming back to school after taking time off to work or be with family and, in the interim, experienced a shift in academic focus or career goals. The general studies degree allows you to build on the studies you’ve already completed and use them as stepping-stones to a respected and rounded degree program.

If you’re curious to learn how the past has shaped the world in which we live, National University’s bachelor’s degree in history will challenge you to explore different worlds, times, places, and cultures. You’ll absorb the fascinating work of historians as you examine court documents, diaries, letters, and newspaper accounts; conduct research; write; teach; evaluate; and make recommendations.

Available online, hybrid, or in-person, NU’s curriculum is a future-focused course of study designed to help you build a solid foundation of knowledge that can be applied to a broad range of career fields. You’ll focus on research-intensive cultural knowledge and develop writing and critical thinking skills to advance your career, pursue a new role, or prepare for a graduate degree.

The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Education provides an ideal foundational degree to launch your journey as an educator — whether you’re transferring from a community college or just beginning your bachelor studies. Coursework and instruction will help develop your skills as a leader, communicator, and practitioner in diverse educational environments while also demonstrating ways to harness the latest technology tools in the classroom.

As a future teacher, you’ll immerse yourself in educational theory, research, and instructional practices as you learn to integrate societal, ethical, and diverse perspectives into your teaching and learning strategies. The program offers three areas of concentration with 17 upper-division courses to be completed during a 17-month degree pathway.

Freedom. Flexibility. Possibility. There’s something about an online liberal arts degree that allows you to pursue an education based upon your own passions and interests. NU’s BA in Liberal Arts is designed to provide you with a well-rounded education that focuses on reasoning, intellect, and ethical development. With this knowledge, you’ll be equipped for a broad range of professional pursuits beyond graduation.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American will change jobs more than 10 times over the course of their career, and those moves don’t necessarily happen within the same industry. No matter where your career path takes you, this rich and rigorous curriculum can prepare you for career options in our ever-changing cultural and economic environment. You’ll develop a strong background in research and writing and well-rounded critical thinking skills, which are valued by employers in just about any field.

Strategic decisions. Keen insights. Mentoring skills. Managers in today’s business environments need sharply honed knowledge and skills that can position them for career growth and success. For many, the path to a corner office starts with a bachelor’s degree in management.

National University’s (NU’s) Bachelor of Arts in Management can prepare you to pursue a broad range of careers in any industry. Whether you’re focused on respect and recognition or specialization in a particular area of the business world, our BA in Management is designed to help you gain an edge on competition and develop a new level of visionary insight.

Maybe you’re in the early stage of your business career and are looking for a way to advance. Perhaps you have a military background, but want to transition into the civilian workforce. Possibly you’re an aspiring entrepreneur hoping to start your own company. Whatever your motivation, NU’s highly regarded BA in Management program can put you on the right track to a world of possibilities.

This program is not intended for students to practice law. The coursework taken in this program is not transferable to law school. This course of study does not satisfy the legal education requirement to take the California Bar exam.

Prepare for a career in the legal profession by developing important verbal and analytical skills and expanding your ability for critical thinking. National University’s Bachelor of Arts in Pre-Law Studies program provides you with a solid foundation in legal studies and concepts needed to seek entry into law school. If you’re uncertain if law school is the next step, this program will not only help you decide, but will also provide you with a basic understanding of the complex legal issues you will face if you choose to pursue a career in business, government or other field.

In NU’s Pre-Law Studies degree program, you’ll master strong written, oral communication, and presentation skills used in law, and learn techniques for effective planning in preparation for the trial or alternative dispute resolution. You’ll also learn to develop strong, comprehensive, and concise legal arguments.

Do you find yourself wanting to know more about life? About how it makes sense? About how we relate to each other in our relationships? National University’s Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program can provide you with a comprehensive introduction to the contemporary discipline of psychology. Our online psychology program covers a wide variety of topics like biological psychology, developmental psychology, psychopathology, social psychology, personality theory, and much more.

NU’s industry-current psychology curriculum aligns with the highest standards for psychology programs at the undergraduate level. Those standards are set by the American Psychological Association, the largest professional organization of psychologists in the world.

"This program is not intended for students to practice law. The coursework taken in this program is not transferable to law school. This course of study does not satisfy the legal education requirement to take the California Bar exam.

There’s a lot of work that goes into assisting lawyers as they prepare for hearings, trials, and transactional matters. Many of these responsibilities aren’t handled by attorneys themselves, but by highly trained legal assistants who’ve earned a paralegal degree and possess the knowledge and requisite skills to conduct legal research, draft documents, and keep complex files organized.

National University’s Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies program is designed to prepare you to become an indispensable member of a legal team. Our skilled faculty will help you become proficient in understanding legal terminology, identifying legal issues, applying basic legal analysis, and conducting legal research using the latest technology.

Our ABA-approved paralegal program combines a comprehensive academic curriculum with practical education to prepare you for the role of the paralegal in a legal environment. Earn your BS in Paralegal Studies and prepare for a fast-paced, dynamic career in the legal field. This program is offered online."

Supporting the efforts of physicians, dentists, or primary healthcare specialists is an exacting and critical job. The Bachelor of Science in Allied Health program will prepare you for success in this field. Coursework includes a broad-based foundation in global and national healthcare issues and trends, ethical and legal issues, health promotion and disease prevention, evidence-based practice, allied healthcare research, healthcare systems management, and healthcare-based informatics. You’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and values to advance in the allied health profession and to work in a variety of settings with diverse patients, families, and communities.

As a graduate, you’ll be ready to seek a supervisory, management, or educational position that is key to the identification, evaluation, and prevention of diseases and disorders. You may opt to work in dietary and nutrition services or rehabilitation and health systems management. Whatever vocational road you choose, this degree will ground you in the knowledge needed to perform at the highest level and for the good of colleagues and patients.

A degree in Clinical Laboratory Science may open the door to meaningful work at the intersection of science and healthcare, where your skills have the potential to improve lives and advance medical knowledge. At National University, the Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science program offers the academic foundation needed to pursue a future in this vital field, with the flexibility to complete your studies online or on campus. The program is rigorous yet accessible, designed to support working adults and those balancing education with other responsibilities. Throughout the program, you’ll explore how to analyze clinical samples, develop testing methods, and interpret laboratory data to support informed medical decisions. Courses in microbiology, hematology, immunology, molecular diagnostics, and quantitative analysis help build a strong foundation for pursuing healthcare-related careers and roles in clinical laboratory science.

Considering the high-tech world we live in, it’s no surprise computer science professionals are in demand across all industries. The job market is filled with opportunities for future-focused workers with the knowledge and skills to design innovative uses for new and existing computing technology.

National University’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) degree program balances a strong academic foundation, realistic design, and implementation projects to prepare you for an exciting career in this fast-paced industry.

NU’s BSCS curriculum is designed to ensure you acquire the technical and design experience you need to succeed in the growing field of software engineering. You’ll study everything from design and implementations to management and security while you build industry-relevant expertise in data structures and algorithms, efficient, object-oriented programming and application of database systems, computer communication networks, and computer architecture. The field of computer science is evolving fast. If you want to see and be a part of what’s coming next, NU’s BS in Computer Science can show you the way.

Become equipped to stake your claim in the worlds of emerging diseases, genetic studies, physiology and biodiversity, threats to species and ecosystem functioning, and global population increase and sustainability with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. The vocational choices for BS in Biology degree holders are broad and fascinating. Careers include those in medical professions, genetics, molecular and cell biology, biotechnology, microbiology, conservation biology, evolutionary biology, ecology, animal and plant science, as well as science writing, editing, and education.

If you’d like to include an interdisciplinary approach to your academic training, this degree allows for the integration of study in the life sciences, with coursework in the physical and earth sciences, as well as applied fields such as forensics. You can also consider the Bachelor of Science in Biology to Master of Forensic Science Transition program for your future.

Please note that this program has requirements that can only be satisfied in-person in San Diego, CA. Students must be able to attend these requirements in-person, onsite.

The growing and imperative need to protect sensitive personal and financial data from being shared widely online is why many career seekers consider pursuing an online cybersecurity degree a worthwhile investment in their future.

National University’s Cybersecurity program prepares students to become top security analysts, network defenders, and computer incident responders with coursework that gives them a comprehensive understanding of information technology management and security processes. Our curriculum is taught by expert faculty with real-world experience so you can gain the competencies needed in the field. Each online BS in Cybersecurity course is only four weeks long, so the program can be completed in a shorter time frame than a traditional cybersecurity bachelor’s degree.

Position yourself to pursue a career as a construction executive, project manager, field engineer, planning and scheduling engineer, cost engineer, cost estimator, as well as other positions in the field with the Bachelor of Science in Construction Management degree. You’ll learn to apply modern methods and metrics for surveying, use appropriate technical tools to solve engineering problems, and demonstrate a fundamental understanding of building mechanical and electrical systems.

The construction sector is growing rapidly and individuals with a well-rounded education in written and verbal communication, technical construction fundamentals, math, business, law, and other relevant courses are in high demand. The construction management program was developed with guidance and assistance from current leaders in the industry and provides relevant training for future managers in the field.

In support of the National University mission, the educational objectives of the Construction Management degree program are to prepare graduates to achieve success within a few years of graduation. The graduates are expected to:

• Succeed in pursuing chosen career path and demonstrate technical competence in utilizing construction management principles and skills in industry, academia, or the public sector.
• Engage in sustained learning through graduate education, professional development, and self-study in construction management, engineering, and other professionally related fields.
• Function well on a diverse and multidisciplinary team with effective communication skills.
• Exhibit leadership, high standards of ethical conduct, and societal responsibility in the practice of construction management.

The healthcare system is evolving faster than ever, and it needs skilled leaders who can adapt, innovate, and manage change. If you’re drawn to healthcare but prefer to work behind the scenes, National University’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration (BSHA) is your path to a rewarding, non-clinical leadership career.

Our curriculum is designed with the real world in mind. You’ll explore how today’s healthcare leaders navigate complex decisions, manage rapid transitions to telemedicine and hybrid systems, and steer organizations through unprecedented challenges. Courses are taught by industry experts who bring current, hands-on experience to the classroom, ensuring you gain relevant insights from professionals in the field.

As a capstone to your education, you’ll complete an immersive eight-week project that puts your knowledge into action, giving you a competitive edge and real-world skills you can showcase to future employers.

Now more than ever, the demand for administrative professionals in healthcare is growing. Whether you aspire to manage hospitals, lead teams in outpatient centers, or oversee operations in public health organizations, NU’s BSHA program will prepare you to make a meaningful impact.

Gain practical and theoretical training in financial decision-making and the creation of wealth through the art and science of managing financial resources with a Bachelor of Science in Financial Management. Rather than just monitoring a company’s finances, you’ll get hands-on training in data analysis and learn ways to advise senior managers on how to maximize profits.

Financial managers look out for the financial health of their organizations. As their role has changed with the advance of technology, so have the expectations of the role. This program provides not only a broad perspective of the global economic and financial environment, but also training in the latest advancements to produce financial reports, direct investment activities, and develop strategies and plans for long-term financial goals. The Bachelor of Science in Finance degree program also explores the range of tax laws and regulations that affect the business world.

Increase your knowledge of nursing and expand your career options with our RN to BSN (Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing) program. Candidates who hold an active and unencumbered RN license are eligible for the RN to BSN program. Nurses who earn a BSN are also able to pursue other nursing career paths, including advanced education, administration, and teaching, that are not available to nurses without a bachelor’s degree.

The RN to BSN program offers four- and eight-week courses 100% online. You’ll gain a foundation for professional nursing practice at the baccalaureate level to expand your clinical knowledge and further develop your critical-thinking, communication, and therapeutic skills.

Organizations competing in today’s complicated global, multicultural marketplace face an intricate matrix of processes and decisions in order to be successful. Project managers are highly skilled, detail-oriented professionals tasked with planning and organizing company initiatives while keeping a watchful eye on budgets and schedules.

National University’s Bachelor of Science in Project Management is designed to equip you with the tools to oversee all aspects of a project from beginning to end. You’ll learn everything from setting clear goals and defining the scope of a project to managing costs, timelines, and outcomes. Because project managers also work on diverse teams with colleagues who have varying roles and responsibilities, NU’s curriculum emphasizes the “humanness” required to succeed in the position.

Upon completion of your studies, you’ll emerge with fastidious knowledge and career-relevant skills in communications, management, leadership, planning, problem-solving, coordinating, and operations. With these qualifications, you’ll be well-equipped to pursue an in-demand role in just about any industry.

The need for public health professionals to provide guidance and expertise to communities has proven to be more critical than ever. As the pandemic surged, clear challenges were presented that required experts with the unique skills vital to address emerging health concerns.

With our Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree, students will gain knowledge related to the interactions and interdependencies of health behavior at local, state, national, and international levels, and will develop the skills needed to protect communities ahead of a health crisis.

The program is designed to help prepare entry-level public health professionals to begin careers in a variety of health agencies: governmental health agencies, voluntary health agencies, community-based/non-governmental agencies, medical care services, education agencies, and business and industry. Graduates of the program will be eligible to apply for the Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) exam through the National Commission on Health Education Credentialing Inc.

The Master of Arts in Psychology (MA) program enables students to pursue advanced studies in psychology that can lead to careers in helping professions, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. The program also provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for doctoral-level study. There are three specializations within the MA program: the General Psychology specialization, the Gender and Sexual Fluidity specialization, and the Research and Teaching of Psychology specialization.

If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering what your purpose in life is, a degree in transformative studies might just set you on a path to personal discovery and professional fulfillment.

The Master of Arts (MA) in Consciousness, Psychology, and Transformation offers an innovative and practical approach to the exploration of consciousness and the catalyzing of personal and societal transformation. This fully online interdisciplinary curriculum in applied consciousness studies aims to actualize human potential in service of the greater global good. Students learn knowledge and skills that empower them to become responsible leaders in their own lives and creative agents of organizational, sociocultural, and ecological change.

The holistic curriculum integrates the wisdom and practices of six major fields of study: psychology, philosophy, religion/spirituality, the new sciences, culture, and professional development. These diverse fields provide cross- fertilizing perspectives, combining contemporary scientific research with insights and methods from ancient wisdom traditions.

If you’re a passionate educator looking for growth and advancement, pursue a Master of Arts in Education from National University. This program expands knowledge and opportunities. Candidates will learn about historical, philosophical, psychological, and social foundations of education. It will also analyze issues of educational equity and diversity, develop understanding of students with learning differences, examine the foundations of curriculum, assessment, and instruction, and use educational research to deepen critical-thinking skills.

Areas of emphasis may include advanced teaching practices, early childhood education, technology, higher education administration, special education, or inspired teaching.

Engage in the study of language and literature with a Master’s Degree in English. You’ll develop the advanced critical reading, writing, and research skills necessary to participate confidently and meaningfully with other English studies scholars and professionals and to apply disciplinary knowledge beyond the field of English studies.

The Master’s in English is offered entirely online with interactive courses. You’ll benefit from the individual attention of professors. Choose from a variety of elective course offerings, including 17th – and 18th-century literature, Romanticism, Gothic, and Harlem Renaissance.

Gain a trait common to successful managers – understanding people – with a Master of Arts in Human Behavior Psychology. You’ll build strong theoretical and empirical base from which to begin to understand the human experience. Get exposure to a wide array of behavioral topics covering personal, social, and organizational issues. The program was developed for students who have specific ambitions in the fields of supervision, management, and administration, but also benefits those undergoing life transitions, seeking personal or career growth, or preparing for doctoral-level study.

The entire program is available online, and students can start at the beginning of any month. With classes scheduled monthly, students can complete the program in as little as 13 months. Students residing in San Diego County have the option to pursue their Human Behavioral Psychology degree through hybrid courses, which combine in-person and online asynchronous learning.

The Master of Bilingual Education with a Preliminary Multiple or Single Subject Teaching Credential and Internship Option with Bilingual Authorization is designed for candidates dedicated to teaching all K-12 learners by ensuring social emotional thriving, meaningful academic achievement, and equitable and inclusive learning communities.

Courses meet the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) Program Standards, including the 45 Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs), composing the TPEs six domains and Teaching Performance Assessments (TPA) associated with the revised CalTPA model.

Students in this master’s degree complete a three-course emphasis in one of the following areas: Critical Thinking, English Learner Equity and Academic Achievement, Inspired Teaching Practices or Social Emotional Learning. This degree meets all CTC requirements for a Preliminary Multiple or Single Subject teaching credential, plus Bilingual Authorization and those requirements for a master’s degree.

The program and courses meet the CTC requirements for a Preliminary Multiple or Single Subject teaching credential. Candidates are required to successfully complete foundation courses, multiple or single subject credential method courses, bilingual methods courses and bilingual clinical practice path (student teaching or internship).

The added Bilingual Authorization (Spanish) meets all new Bilingual Program Standards and adopted Bilingual Teaching Performance Expectations (BTPEs) approved by CTC.

Recognized by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), the Master of Arts in Human Resource Management at National University provides tools to address today’s most relevant workplace concerns. Throughout the Master’s in Human Resource Management program, you’ll explore issues including recruitment, benefits, labor relations, technology, ethics, and safety through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Current and prospective human resources professionals can select an area of specialization in Organizational Leadership. National University offers both in-person and online Master’s Degrees in Human Resource Management.

Today’s multifaceted criminal justice system demands ethical leaders who possess the critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address the complex issues and challenges of criminal justice in the 21st century. National University’s Master of Criminal Justice Leadership is designed to prepare you for in-demand careers in government at the local state, and federal levels.

In as few as 12 months, you can earn your Master’s in Criminal Justice Leadership and be ready to confidently pursue high-level positions in law enforcement management, correctional administration, security administration, criminal justice research, and teaching or training assignments.

NU’s flexible, online learning format is designed to accommodate the demanding schedules of adult learners. Our four-week courses allow you to focus on a single topic and conveniently fit learning into your busy lifestyle. If you’re ready to become a leader in criminal justice, NU is ready to prepare you with the industry-current credentials to achieve your career goals.

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to make subject matter engaging and comprehensible for K-12 learners, including those with diverse learning needs. The Master of Education in Inspired Teaching and Learning with a Multiple or Single Subject Teaching Credential and Intern Option (CA) is designed for candidates who are dedicated to inspiring K-12 learners by emphasizing social-emotional thriving, meaningful academic achievement, and equitable and inclusive learning communities.

The program and courses meet the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) requirements for a Preliminary Multiple or Single Subjects teaching credential and meet requirements for a master’s degree. Students in this degree complete a three-course emphasis in one of the following areas: English Learner Equity and Academic Achievement, Inspired Teaching Practices, Social Emotional Learning or STEAM (PK-6) or STEM (7-12) Education.

*Please Note: Students need to satisfy/pass the Subject Matter Competency Requirement early (prior to Credential Area Methods coursework) into their programs to avoid interruptions to program progress and/or financial aid arrangements.

The Master of Education in Special Education with a Preliminary Education Specialist Credential: Extensive Support Needs (ESN) program is designed to provide candidates with critical skills needed to teach in inclusive classrooms providing children with disabilities with extensive support. The program is designed for courses to be taken in sequential order and provides candidates with the opportunity to gain professional understanding, integrate research-based teaching practices with appropriate assessment of student work, meet the needs of diverse learners, and learn and apply the principles of specially designed instruction in the 21st-century classroom and global learning community. The program provides candidates with critical skills in laws and policies, positive behavior management, and assessment needed to teach in inclusive classroom settings.

As society’s challenges have become more complex, the need has grown for socially conscious citizens with an avid interest in politics, foreign affairs, and public policy to step up and take a lead role in government management. National University’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree program will prepare you to do just that.

This curriculum focuses on how to apply traditional business skills (financial management, budgeting, research, etc.) to the unique challenges of public administration. Among the skills you’ll be taught are how to utilize critical thinking and research methods, assess new public management, analyze political influences and governmental power division, evaluate government employees and public administration strategies and decision, and synthesize grant proposal resources and approaches.

The Master of Education in Special Education with a Preliminary Education Specialist Credential: Mild to Moderate Support Needs (MMSN) program is designed to provide candidates with critical skills needed to teach in inclusive classrooms serving children with disabilities. The program is designed for courses to be taken in sequential order. The program provides candidates with the opportunity to gain professional understanding, integrate research-based teaching practices with appropriate assessment of student work, meet the needs of diverse learners, and learn and apply the principles of specially designed instruction in the 21st-century classroom and global learning community. The program provides candidates with critical skills in laws and policies, positive behavior management, and assessment needed to teach in inclusive classroom settings.

Whether you are seeking a career specifically in the forensic sciences or hoping to advance your skills in law enforcement, lab work, law, investigation, or another profession, you’ll learn valuable and applicable skills in this leading-edge field with a Master of Forensic Sciences. The program is grounded in the study of basic human anatomy, components of death investigation, analysis of disease and trauma, and identification of unknown dead persons. You’ll learn how to professionally interact with forensic pathologists and investigators, and how to apply scientific methods to the resolution of legal problems.

The master’s in forensic science program provides two areas of specialization. The specialization in Criminalistics includes courses in trace evidence, advanced forensic toxicology, advanced forensic serology and DNA, forensic anthropology and archeology, and more. The specialization in Investigation focuses on advanced forensic investigative techniques for the field, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the concepts underlying the forensic sciences.

National University’s Master of Public Health (MPH) program prepares you for leadership positions in health promotion and disease prevention, community mental health, or public health care administration.

This program is offered online and can be completed in as few as 18 months. You will choose from three specializations depending on your area of focus, which include: Health Promotion, Community Mental Health, and Healthcare Administration. In the online MPH degree program, you will learn essential, effective ways to share your knowledge of preventive medicine and establish public health initiatives that make a measurable impact on community and global health. You will learn from diverse and doctoral-trained faculty and have access to internship and networking opportunities designed to prepare you for career success.

National University’s Master of Science in Applied Behavioral Analysis program is designed for those who have a true passion for working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and those with neurodiverse conditions that benefit from behavior change systems. The curriculum of the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program is designed to prepare students to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA) examination. Currently, The Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) has verified the following courses in the program as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the BCBA® or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® (BCaBA) examination. Please note that applicants must also meet additional eligibility requirements and demonstrate residency in an authorized country before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination.

ABA is a rewarding profession that makes an impact in clients’ lives. It’s a type of therapy focused on helping the patient to modify their behaviors. When successful, ABA can help the patient establish or improve a wide range of critical skills, including social skills, employment-related skills, communication skills, academic skills, and hygiene-related or self-care skills.

If you want to help people who have behavioral and social challenges, NU’s MS in Applied Behavioral Analysis can provide you with the skills you need to accomplish your goals.

Provide impactful and culturally sensitive mental health services in your communities with the 100% online Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCMHC) degree program at National University. NU’s comprehensive program will prepare you to work with clients and groups from diverse backgrounds and assist with their mental health needs.

NU’s MSCMHC curriculum gives you an in-depth exploration of counseling theories, ethical and legal standards, and evidence-based approaches, diagnosis, and treatments. You’ll gain the theoretical and practical knowledge you need to work in a variety of professional counseling settings.

Machine learning. Neural networks. Artificial intelligence. What does it all mean, and where is it taking the field of data science? To address the spectrum of issues in data science and analytics, National University designed an industry-current curriculum that includes core courses in statistical topics as well as five specializations for advanced applications of data science and analytics in unique fields: Artificial Intelligence and Optimization, Business Analytics, Database Analytics, Health Analytics, and AI Leadership.

NU’s Master of Science in Data Science focuses on how to develop, implement, and maintain the hardware and software tools needed to make efficient and effective use of big data, including databases, data marts, data warehouses, machine learning, analytic programming, and artificial intelligence.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a $20 million grant to a partnership of prestigious universities led by University of California, San Diego, and including National University, Yale University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Texas at Austin. Working together, the universities formed The Institute for Learning-enabled Optimization at Scale (TILOS).

Our five-year research partnership has focused on the optimization of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. We worked closely with industry leaders to develop optimization tools that enabled real-world improvements in key industries, including chip design, robotics, and communications networks. State-of-the-art analytical software was used in all courses.

The Master of Science in Educational Counseling with PPS Credential degree provides the academic pathways for students who are committed to the professional practice of counseling in schools. The program is designed to prepare educational counselors to be reflective social justice leaders that advocate for positive institutional transformation that promotes anti-racist, just and equitable outcomes for all students. Students will be prepared to deliver culturally responsive services to a pluralistic society and will develop comprehensive counseling skills informed by theory, research and practice.

What happens after a natural disaster or catastrophic event, such as an earthquake or a mass shooting? How do you implement the search and rescue? How do you facilitate the recovery? How do you communicate updates to the media and the public? How do you build a recovery plan? National University’s Master of Science in Homeland Security and Emergency Management (MSHSEM) program gives you the training to answer these questions.

The terrorist events of 9/11 highlighted the national and international need for individuals with expertise in homeland security, and preparing for, responding to, and recovering from naturally occurring events such as hurricanes, wildfires and other disasters highlighting the ongoing requirement for specialized knowledge in emergency management. NU’s Master’s in Homeland Security represents an interdisciplinary area of research and application that brings together the fields of homeland security, terrorism, and emergency management as they relate to man-made and natural disasters.

Professionals with the right leadership skills and training are needed in all corners of the nation and all over the globe to protect against terrorism and threats coming from both domestic and international sources. Our online homeland security degree is designed to prepare you for leadership roles protecting against threats facing our country and around the globe.

Explore the mind behind the crime with the 100% online Master of Science in Forensic Psychology (MSFP) degree program at National University. No GRE/GMAT required. As a student, you’ll learn to use problem-solving and creative-thinking skills in forensic psychology while adhering to ethical standards.

National University’s MS in Forensic Psychology degree program prepares you to apply psychological principles in forensic settings and equips you to work within the justice system, with law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and victim services departments. You’ll examine policy and justice, basics of risk and threat assessment and management, criminal behavior theories, and evaluation and treatment of offenders.

In this fully online program, you’ll be immersed in the psychology of criminality, so you’re prepared to succeed in this cutting-edge field. Through NU’s one-to-one learning model, you’ll be mentored by professionally experienced professors, all of whom hold doctoral degrees.

Impact and enhance student learning experiences and explore the changes and opportunities that technology presents to modern education by pursuing a Master of Science in Learning Experience Design and Instructional Technology. This degree program will prepare you with the skills and tools needed to succeed in this exciting field.

Throughout the Master of Science program, you’ll experience application of emerging technologies to resolve instructional problem, and learn to use their newfound knowledge and skills to improve instruction, whether in education, business, industry, or government. You’ll also receive extensive technical training and learn to integrate multimedia elements into simulations, virtual worlds, and learning objectives.

This learning technology degree opens the door for a career in education in K-12 technology coordination in public, private, home school, and virtual school instruction settings, including in online instruction in higher education.

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program is for baccalaureate-prepared nurses. In keeping with the standards for graduate education for advanced practice nursing delineated by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing in the Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nurses, the purpose of the MSN program is to prepare students to assume leadership roles in their particular specialization. Master’s-level nursing education is the appropriate level of education for nursing professionals who are seeking roles that require advanced practice skills in order to function as providers and organizers of the health care delivery process. Students must complete one of the specializations listed in the University catalog.

The NU Master of Science in Sport Psychology (MSSP) degree program is focused on developing the skills and personal and professional growth that are required for effective practice in the field of Sport Psychology. The program is designed to provide an integrated learning experience for students seeking specific training in the profession of Sport Psychology. Students in this program will critically analyze a broad range of theories and practical knowledge in Sport Psychology.

The MS in Sport Psychology complies with the eight knowledge areas required for the Certification Council for the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC). The coursework has been identified as appropriate by the Certification Council of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). In addition, during the optional applied training experiences, students can complete hours that can count towards the mentored experience required for the CMPC certification. This training prepares students for applied sport psychology work in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, youth and recreational sports, high school athletics, collegiate athletic departments, professional sports organizations, tactical athletes (military), and private practice.

The Master of Science in Technology Management (MSTM) addresses ongoing areas of high demand for aspiring mid-level managers in global organizations. Depending on your goals and area of interest, you’ll choose one of the following five specializations: cybersecurity management, data science management, general management, information technology management, and project and program management. The MS in Technology Management exposes you to the latest tools, practices, and methods used to lead technology teams within an organization.

If you’re ready to lead in one of the fastest-growing and most impactful industries, National University’s Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program offers more than just a degree, it offers a direct connection to the future of healthcare.

NU’s MHA program equips you with the leadership, strategic, and operational skills needed to navigate the evolving landscape of modern healthcare. Designed with working professionals in mind, our flexible, fully online MHA program empowers you to balance your education with your busy life, so you can advance your career without putting it on hold. This program will prepare you to make data-driven decisions, improve healthcare delivery, and lead high-performing teams in hospitals, clinics, health systems, and more.

Are you an early childhood educator ready to become a difference maker working with young learners? If you’d like to deepen your knowledge and expand your role in building a foundation for educational settings where young students can thrive, National University’s Master of Early Childhood Education degree is designed to help you become an agent of change.

Our program is designed to prepare you to become a director, leader, advocate, and/or to work in the field of higher education to prepare early childhood teachers. Through deep reflection on current issues, research, and trends in the field, you’ll have an opportunity to explore the complex history and unique role of early educators.

NU’s curriculum is taught by faculty who hold terminal degrees in early childhood education and are dedicated to sharing their expertise, passion, and strong belief in supporting student success. Throughout the program, you’ll engage in opportunities, based upon Universal Design for Learning (UDL) theory, to gain the skills and knowledge to advance and advocate for the field of early childhood education.

The Minor in Creative Writing is designed for students in other majors who wish to develop their creative writing skills through an online creative writing program. Throughout the minor program, you’ll discuss the basic conventions of at least two different contemporary creative genres and produce polished, completed works in those genres. You’ll also read your own work critically and employ revision strategies to improve it and critique the writing of others and offer constructive suggestions for improving it.

The Minor in Economics is designed for students with no background in economics. You’ll learn how a society makes economic decisions in allocating its scarce resources. You will also learn how individuals, businesses and the government work together towards achieving the goals of a society. The minor consists of courses which are applied in nature so that students with a diverse background may find it beneficial. With a background in economics, you may find a wide array of employment opportunities in local, state, and federal government, in private sector, and in international organizations. The minor will also help you succeed in graduate studies in all business disciplines including finance, management, and marketing, and will help those willing to pursue law degree or other professional training.

The Master of Arts in Sport and Performance Psychology program provides rigorous training to facilitate students’ growth in becoming knowledgeable, effective mental performance practitioners and professionals. Experiential training is guided by theory, evidence-based practice, ethical, and professional standards.

Students who complete this unique program can integrate the core elements of assessment, counseling skills, research methods, performance enhancement, and multicultural humility while developing their philosophy of practice across the disciplines of sport and performance psychology, business, coaching, counseling, fine arts, combat, military psychology, and sport sciences.

Following the completion of the first nine courses in the program, all students must pass the Comprehensive Written Exam (CWE). Following the successful completion of the first nine courses and passing the CWE, students will move on to the specialization requirements.

The coursework that has been identified as appropriate by the Certification Council of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).

Develop an understanding of traditional marketing elements, including advertising, sales promotion, public relations, direct marketing, and more with the Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Marketing Communication. You’ll discover the magic of integrating these different elements to deliver a powerful and unified message in support of an organization or its products. By using the latest communication technologies and applying integrated marketing fundamentals, you’ll be equipped to develop effective marketing programs that deliver meaningful and measurable results.

The Bachelor of Arts in Marketing program prepares you for a variety of careers in marketing, sales, advertising, fundraising, public relations, and other persuasive fields. It combines a business degree with advanced communication skills for traditional and Web 2.0 platforms, teaching you to develop multi-platform, multi-public message dissemination plans.

Prepare for a career as a teacher of social studies and history in middle or high school with the Bachelor of Arts in Social Science with an Inspired Teaching and Learning Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential. The program combines rigorous coursework in history and social sciences with a focus on world, U.S., and California history.

In the BA Social Science program, you’ll learn to look at familiar places and cultures from an entirely new perspective while developing your skills in critical thinking, reading, writing, and researching. As the program involves educational methodology and student teacher training, you’ll graduate fully prepared to teach social studies and/or history in middle school or high school. The Bachelor of Arts in Social Science with an Inspired Teaching and Learning Preliminary Single Subject Credential Program is currently operating using credential guidelines for California only.

*Please note: Students need to satisfy/pass the Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., CBEST) and Subject Matter Competency Requirement (e.g., CSET) prior to starting the credential area methods coursework to avoid interruptions to program progress and/or financial aid arrangements.

Cities, towns, and villages depend on advocates who are sensitive to the needs of their community and possess the specialized knowledge and skills to make improvements that benefit the people who live there. National University’s Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) is designed to prepare you for an important career in a dynamic and growing field.

Our public administration degree can qualify you to pursue a wide range of professional roles and responsibilities at the local, state, and federal levels. From writing grant proposals and speaking at fundraising events, successful completion of NU’s BPA program can prepare you for mid-level positions in government agencies and nonprofit organizations.

Public administration is an important and respected career path ripe with opportunities for advancement, and our curriculum is designed to prepare you with the industry-current qualifications to pursue them.

In today’s global marketplace, effectively generating interest in a company’s brands, products, and services requires an industry-current mix of strategy, research, data analytics, and a multi-platform execution of key marketing tactics. Equipped with up-to-date knowledge and skills in the latest communication technologies and marketing fundamentals, focused professionals can pursue a broad range of careers, from brand managers and advertising executives to public relations specialists, content marketers, and market research analysts.

National University’s online Bachelor of Science in Marketing degree challenges you to develop a deep understanding of traditional and emerging marketing concepts within the ever-changing framework of current global business conditions. Coursework is designed to help you develop a keen understanding of how to design, manage, and evaluate marketing campaigns for organizations in every industry. You’ll also be challenged to think strategically and sharpen your communication skills.

The logistics of coordinating and managing an organization’s supply chain is a complicated process that factors in everything from purchasing and transportation to inventory and warehousing. It requires highly skilled professionals with the industry-current knowledge and training to ensure products and supplies are effectively manufactured, stocked, and shipped around town or around the world.

National University’s Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed to help students understand how to deliver the right product, at the right time, in the right quality, in the right condition, and with all the right documentation. NU’s curriculum focuses on building supply chain leaders with in-depth expertise in market-relevant strategies and tactics.

As e-commerce becomes the predominant way business is conducted globally, the physics of the supply chain has evolved. Our program will help you understand these paradigm shifts while you build a comprehensive knowledge of the core fundamentals.

Prepare for careers in the security, business continuity, and disaster management fields in the public sector (city, state, or federal governments), nonprofit organizations, and private industry with the Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Emergency Management. It provides a solid foundation in the security issues, practices, politics, and cultures of terrorism; best practices to cope with a pending emergency; and operations during, and recovery from, an emergency.

Throughout the homeland security degree program, you’ll conduct research on various government and private sector entities and report on suggested improvements in preparing for an emergency. Prepare for work in a variety of homeland security and emergency preparedness settings and capacities, such as land borders, seaports and airports, threat assessment, disaster management, and crisis response planning, and management. It is also appropriate for military personnel of all ranks, mid-level managers, and managers seeking promotion within the various levels of government and private industry.

There is great and growing demand in the corporate world for people who can bridge the gap between businesses and technologies and integrate all elements of the enterprise into a comprehensive network of information systems. National University’s BS in Information Systems is designed to help you develop the ability to use technology to address the operational, tactical, and strategic challenges facing organizations and businesses in today’s complex marketplace.

NU’s information systems degree is available online or in-person and allows you to choose a career-focused concentration in business management or information management. Our curriculum includes a capstone experience during which you may work with a business in your community to gain real-world experience in the field.

If you’re a people person interested in becoming a vital part of an organization, consider a future in human resource management. From interviewing job applicants and training employees to handling compensation and benefits, HR managers are responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the administrative functions of an organization.

National University’s Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management (BSHRM) degree program is designed to provide fundamental knowledge and skills for students seeking entry-level and supervisory positions in the field of human resource management. If your goal is to become an integral link between a company’s management and its employees, NU’s practice-based human resource management degree will help you build a thorough foundation of industry-current qualifications and prepare you for an exciting career in any industry.

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to successfully manage organizations in the ever-changing business environment. You’ll learn relevant management skills in both domestic and global business settings, effective team building, quantitative and qualitative decision-making, and creative problem-solving skills that you can immediately apply in your professional life.

Our MBA program also offers specializations that’ll help you stand out in the competitive business field and prepare you for its challenges. Specializations include Behavioral Economics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Financial Technology, Global Business Management, Human Resource Management, Leadership Studies, Project Management, Strategic Marketing, and Supply Chain Management.

As the first MFT degree program with distance education to receive accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy (COAMFTE), National University (formerly Northcentral University) provides rigorous training to help you develop into a competent, ethical, culturally sensitive and licensable marriage and family therapist.

Accreditation from the International Accreditation Commission for Systemic Therapy Education (IACSTE) ensures that this program meets the quality standards for programs that provide systemic therapy education and training. NU’s MFT degree courses are primarily online, however, practicum, internships, and clinical supervision activities include traditional engagement in the communities our students reside.

If you’re looking to expand your knowledge of social and emotional learning to empower educational communities, the Master of Arts in Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the program for you. The MA in SEL is designed to help you make transformational change in your school community as you promote the intersectionality of SEL both in and outside of the classroom.

National University’s MA in SEL is the only dedicated SEL master’s program in the country — giving you an edge in the job market. The intensive coursework in this program immerses you in every aspect of SEL, enabling you to become an expert in the field. The fast-paced program is designed for highly motivated students and can be completed in as few as 10 months.

This program will equip you with research-based knowledge and skills in self-care, cognition, trauma, and the ability to create healthy environments and relationships that are culturally responsive, equitable, and supportive for the whole child. This deep dive into personal identity, culture, leadership, community, and programs provides an SEL foundation where positive school climates thrive.

The program is focused on your success, on bringing transformative, highly personal, individualized attention from instructors in small classes. Faculty in the MA in SEL program are among leaders in the industry, offering valuable expertise in the processes and principles associated with SEL. The four-week class schedules are designed to allow you to start sooner, finish faster, and focus on one class at a time, one month at a time. To receive a Master of Social Emotional Learning, students must complete 45 quarter units of graduate work. A total of 4.5 quarter units of graduate credit may be granted for equivalent graduate work completed at another institution, as it applies to this degree and if the units were not used in earning another advanced degree, and provided the coursework was completed within the past seven years.

In today’s fast-moving, media-saturated world, organizations need expert communicators who can lead with clarity, purpose, and impact. National University’s Master of Arts in Strategic Communications (MASC) prepares you to become a leader ready to shape narratives, influence public perception, and drive organizational success across industries.

This dynamic program blends real-world practice with academic insight, empowering you to craft persuasive messages, navigate crises, manage campaigns, and lead strategic initiatives across digital and traditional platforms. From public relations and media strategy to cross-cultural communications and emerging AI tools, you’ll gain hands-on experience and market-ready skills that employers demand.

The field of child and adolescent development is incredibly diverse and can offer many career directions — whether it’s working with the helping professions, industry, government, and for-profit or nonprofit organizations. The Master of Science in Child and Adolescent Developmental Psychology program helps prepare you for a career with or advocating for, children, adolescents, and their families.

Throughout your studies, you’ll have an opportunity to take an in-depth look at developmental stages and explore how the impacts of family, school, peers, society, and culture intertwine and affect the development of children and adolescents.

Make an impact and become a leader in the educational field by earning a Master of Science in Education Administration with Preliminary Administrative Services Credential Option (California). This program is designed for professionals who are committed to improving education and who are interested in becoming school site or district administrators.

Throughout the program, you’ll learn to build a culture of collaboration that brings together families and community members, responds to diverse interests and needs, and mobilizes resources. You’ll also explore and analyze the organization, operations, and resources necessary to foster safe, efficient, and effective learning environment and discover professional and personal ethics necessary for leading schools and for school systems.

This master’s degree program can be completed with or without a preliminary credential option for those pursuing a career in the nonpublic education sector.

Magnify your technical skills with our online Master of Science in Information Technology degree program at National University. Learn to administer info technology systems and incorporate project management methodologies into technical planning, analysis, design, development, implementation, and documentation of IT solutions to support and improve enterprise operations.

NU’s MSIT program is designed to help IT professionals achieve management-level knowledge in technology concepts and tools. Taught by experienced IT professionals, you’ll learn about project management, contingency planning, and IP law so you’re prepared to take on technology-related leadership roles in government and private organizations. Additionally, you’ll learn about the design of technological information systems, computing systems, and the principles of computer hardware and software components.

Enhance your marketing skills to get to the next level in your career by earning a Master of Science in Marketing. The program will develop your marketing knowledge and strengthen your branding expertise through workshop-style classes, experiential curriculum, and a strong emphasis on digital leadership. Led by faculty with diverse industry and academic backgrounds, this 10-month program provides the practical tools needed to thrive in today’s marketing landscape.

With the emergence of digital marketing technologies, marketing has become a highly scientific, data-driven, and interdisciplinary practice. The rapid growth in areas such as behavioral targeting, social media marketing, mobile marketing, demand generation, marketing analytics, marketing automation, and marketing operations has created a significant capability gap, driving demand for skilled marketing professionals. This program is specifically designed to help close that gap by preparing graduates to lead in a digitally integrated business environment.

The master’s in marketing program is designed to provide a flexible and well-rounded curriculum to accommodate students with diverse educational backgrounds and experiences. Throughout the MS in Marketing program, you’ll receive in-depth training in all areas of marketing, including strategy, innovation, branding, social media, market research, buyer behavior, product management, and international marketing. You’ll also gain strategic and analytical skills that integrate marketing with broader business functions to create, capture, and deliver value.

Experience-based learning is an integral component of the MS Marketing program and content. The program is grounded in providing real-world project strategies and hands-on learning opportunities, enabling you to apply theory to practice in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You’ll graduate equipped with relevant experience and practical skills that position you to lead with confidence in a wide range of marketing roles.

National University’s Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education gives you the tools and skills to make an impact in the lives of young learners. Fostering a love of learning in children under the age of eight can set them up for success throughout their entire educational journey. Beyond learning academics, early childhood education (ECE) focuses on social and emotional development and helps young minds develop a positive outlook on education. Whether you’re looking to advance your career as an early childhood educator or begin in the field, a bachelor’s degree will give you a competitive edge in the job market.

The mission of the Master of Science in Leadership Studies (MSLS) program is to prepare diverse learners to become effective, change-oriented leaders in an international society. The program uses distinctive and challenging curriculum that integrates theory with practice, personal success with service to others, and information technology with creativity, empathy, and democracy.

The Master of Science in Leadership Studies (MSLS) program prepares individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and interests into change-oriented leaders. As every industry and profession needs effective and ethical leadership, employers are increasingly targeting candidates that possess the capacity to take initiative, build and cultivate strong teams, orchestrate conflict, and promote innovation to serve organizational purposes. Using a collaborative, integral and holistic approach, this degree builds the skill set to think critically and analytically, learn communication skills that serve a diverse population, and develop the ability to lead change in increasingly global/complex environments. Drawing from work/life experiences, students will learn to frame problems, use systems thinking and plan strategic interventions. Students will acquire knowledge, skills and abilities through experiential learning and critical analysis.

The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology engages you in the study of social groups, social structure, and social change. Sociology addresses the origins of and solutions to many of the most challenging social problems of our time. These include the birth of new social and political movements tied to race, class, religion, gender, and sexuality; demographic changes in the US and abroad; contemporary public health issues; and technological innovations in the digital age. Sociologists study these and other topics so as to affect positive social change in their communities at the local, national, or global level.

Designed for working adults, the program emphasizes real-world skills taught by experienced NU faculty. The program offers training in qualitative methodologies and digital literacy, providing students with important job skills. By applying research methods, theory, and knowledge about social life, you’ll learn to understand the structure of groups, organizations, and societies. You’ll explore human relationships from those as close as the intimate family to those as broad as global interactions among nations.

If you’re a compassionate individual who cares about helping people and feel a calling to make a difference in their lives, becoming a marriage and family therapist can be a very satisfying career choice.

National University’s Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology is designed to prepare you to work with couples, children, and other family members and help them manage various emotional situations and/or psychological issues. Our program challenges students to understand and practice therapy from both the client’s and the practitioner’s perspectives in order to gain a deep understanding of how the process works and to become an effective counselor.

The field of data science is becoming more and more relevant every day. The information we’ve collected helps point the way to a brighter future, and correctly analyzing and understanding this abundance of information is a highly specialized, sought-after skill. National University’s Bachelor of Science in Data Science (BSDS) degree program balances a strong academic foundation, realistic design, and implementation projects to prepare you for an exciting career in this fast-paced industry.

Upon graduation from the program you will emerge well-rounded in the data science industry, with the skills to analyze batches of data, and to communicate the results to those outside the field. The data science program culminates in a three-month capstone where publicly available data are used in a project to demonstrate mastery of the data science life cycle in the chosen concentration area.

National University supports your journey through Whole Human EducationTM. Our relevant, practitioner faculty will be with you every step of the way, showing you how to present data that tells a story, complete with demonstrations and visualizations, using the assertion evidence method, and more. You are able to customize their program by selecting from three concentrations: AI and machine learning, cybersecurity analytics, and bioinformatics. With the Assertion Evidence Method, you are taught to solve real-world data science issues in their capstone course, where you will partner with existing small businesses to network and develop a portfolio of real-world problem solving.

In a world where mobilizing talent is a key competitive advantage, National University’s Master of Global Human Resources (MGHR) program equips you for strategic HR management on a global scale. Instruction and curriculum will focus on vital activities, such as staffing models, global talent acquisition, total rewards, global employee relations, cross-cultural communication, and organizational development. This comprehensive approach ensures students are well-versed in both the theoretical and practical aspects of HR, enabling them to thrive in diverse, international settings.

The 30-hour program is designed for those with prior HR experience and for students looking to enter the field. It takes a cutting-edge perspective on today’s global business challenges while aligning with standards and guidelines set by industry leading bodies, such as the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). Through hands-on projects, real-world scenarios, and interactive learning modules, you’ll not only master HR theory but learn how to apply these principles in a global context. This practical, experiential approach fosters the ability to support and lead HR functions in diverse settings, making graduates highly valuable to a variety of business, nonprofit, and government employers.

Are you interested in a career path related to health sciences, such as nursing or public health? Maybe you know you want a career related to health or biology but need to decide which is right for you. The Associate of Science in Human Biology provides the prerequisite coursework to transition into a bachelor’s degree program at National University including a BS in nursing, public health, clinical lab sciences, or biology.

Our AS in Human Biology provides valuable skills for any student considering a health career. The main coursework of the program includes anatomy & physiology and microbiology courses (lecture and lab), as well as chemistry and biostatistics. Introductory-level psychology, sociology, and communication courses ensure a strong background and breadth of knowledge.

Students planning to transition into a bachelor’s degree program or other health-related fields should check program requirements prior to completing our program.

Learn how to collaborate with a team in understanding the theories and practical application of manufacturing design engineering by enrolling in the Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology. You’ll use state-of-the-art, computer-aided tools and simulation modeling techniques to design complex engineering devices while developing a realistic awareness of product life cycles and engineering systems. You’ll explore the impact of human factors such as ergonomics and safety issues required in engineering systems, products, and services design.

Throughout the manufacturing engineer degree program, your team will study actual production and design problems to develop useful and effective manufacturing systems. The program develops communication skills and provides the global and team awareness needed to succeed as a manufacturing design engineer.

In support of the National University mission, the educational objectives of the Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology degree program are to prepare graduates to achieve success within a few years of graduation. The graduates are expected to:

• Succeed in pursuing their chosen career path and demonstrate technical competence in utilizing manufacturing design engineering technology principles and skills in industry, academia, or the public sector.
• Engage in sustained learning through graduate education, professional development, and self-study in manufacturing design engineering technology, and other professionally related fields.
• Function well on a diverse and multidisciplinary team with effective communication skills.
• Exhibit leadership, high standards of ethical conduct, and societal responsibility in the practice of manufacturing design engineering technology.

Make a difference in the health care industry with the 100% online Master of Science in Health Psychology (MSHP) degree program at National University. As a student, you’ll learn to apply psychological principles that can prevent illness, improve personal health outcomes, and impact healthcare systems.

Through NU’s MS in Health Psychology, you’ll focus on the psychological study of health and illness, along with recovery, from the perspective that these arise due to a combination of physical, behavioral, and social conditions. You’ll also take electives focused on topics such as substance abuse, collaborative care, community health, and wellness.

Our MS in Health Psychology online program prepares you for careers in education, the health and wellness industry, and other helping professions. An optional internship at the end of the program gives you the opportunity to apply your classroom studies to real-world situations.

Help improve the workplace experience with the 100% online Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology (MSIOP) degree program at National University. NU’s MSIOP degree program gives you the skills you need to make an impact in government, industry, consulting, and nonprofit organizations. You’ll learn to apply psychology and the science of working to create solutions to resolve workplace issues.

Through the NU MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology program, you’ll explore investigative scientific methods and learn how to resolve problems using evidence-based actions. Other focus areas include personnel psychology, organizational behavior, research design, and statistics analysis as it relates to industrial and organizational psychology.

The Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) program provides students with the knowledge to evaluate personal leadership skills and the components of leadership that contribute to the health of an organization, as well as how to apply leadership best practices in an organization.

Students will learn how to lead diverse teams, manage conflict, and create a positive culture of continuous improvement. This program can help prepare students for a position of leadership within a range of organizations, including government agencies, nonprofits, and the general business sector.

The Bachelor of Arts in English with Inspired Teaching and Learning Preliminary Single Subject Credential provides a rigorous education preparing candidates for a career as a teacher of English at the middle and secondary school levels. The program stresses literary analysis, diversity, and critical thinking and written and oral communication skills through a rigorous curriculum of literature, composition, language and linguistics, and communication studies. Completion of the Bachelor of Arts in English also satisfies the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) requirements for subject matter preparation in English; students who complete the English requirements will not be required to take the CSET exam.

This program also prepares teacher candidates with the knowledge, skills and dispositions required for entry into California’s teaching profession as an English teacher. It is designed for teacher candidates who will be dedicated to inspiring all K-12 learners by ensuring for them: social-emotional thriving, meaningful academic achievement, and equitable and inclusive learning communities. The Education courses meet the CTC requirements for a Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential.

*Please Note: To avoid interruptions to program progress and/or financial aid arrangements, students need to satisfy/pass the Basic Skills Requirement (e.g., CBEST) and Subject Matter Competency Requirement (e.g., CSET) PRIOR to starting the single credential area method courses.

Prepare to seek a rewarding career as a professional coach, focusing on performance, motivation, and the psychological benefits of sports and athletics. The Bachelor of Arts in Sport Psychology will give you a comprehensive introduction to the modern and growing field of psychology as it relates to sports and performance. Throughout the program, you’ll explore the reasons and factors that influence people to participate in physical activity and understand how a person’s emotions and mental state can affect athletic performance. Graduates with a sport psychology degree can pursue a career in coaching or continue on to graduate programs at the master’s or doctoral level.

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication prepares students for careers in professional communication, including leadership positions in corporate communication, public relations, advertising, and integrated marketing. The degree also prepares students for a wide range of careers and pursuits that require highly developed communication skills. After all, strong communication skills are sought after by hiring managers and can help job seekers stand out among otherwise well-qualified applicants in a crowded employment marketplace.

The Communication BA offers a unique blend of human and professional communication theory and skills so students learn to communicate appropriately and effectively in interpersonal, intercultural, organizational, and mediated settings. Graduates can apply the strategic thinking and message creation skills they acquire to work in most industries.

The program covers the theory and skills needed to employ organizational leadership to produce communication campaigns and materials, disseminated through traditional, digital, internet, social, and emerging media. Students learn through academic work, case studies, and hands-on experience, creating messages across media platforms. Completion of the program enables graduates to succeed in positions that require strategic thinking, planning, project management, content creation, and leadership.

Prepare to have a greater influence on the future of education with the 100% online Master of Education in Educational Leadership (MEd-EdL) degree program at National University. Through this comprehensive program, you will gain the skills and knowledge you need to take on a leadership role so you can have an impact on policy and more.

NU’s Master of Education in Educational Leadership program is an ideal option if you have a teaching background and want to prepare for leadership roles within education. The program is aligned with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL), so you can be confident you will be prepared to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow as an educational leader.

If you can envision yourself helping to ensure the security, confidentiality, integrity, authenticity, control, availability, and utility of the world’s computing and information systems infrastructure, National University’s MS in Cybersecurity program will give you the technical and managerial skills you need to achieve your career aspirations.

In this rigorous online curriculum, we challenge our students to design, build and implement the computing and systems that address the major issues our society is wrestling with. It’s a professionally focused degree for those who endeavor to help secure the world’s computer and information systems infrastructure.

In the Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) program at National University, you’ll learn to combine the fundamental knowledge and best practices for software engineering, database theory and design, and cloud computing. You’ll then have the opportunity to use those skills to solve real-world problems. Besides its comprehensive immersion in computing foundations, what sets this program apart is its emphasis on developing essential communication skills so you’ll be able to clearly discuss issues, trends, and solutions with both technical and non-technical audiences.

This online program offers specializations in several advanced areas, a three-month project solving a real problem for a real client against a deadline, and training that reflects current and future industry needs. MSCS degree graduates are prepared to assume a leadership role in the field.

Do you see yourself as a budding entrepreneur? Are you interested in learning how to analyze the viability of a company’s product or services? Maybe you’d like to develop your people-managing skills? No matter why you’re looking to build or expand your business expertise, National University’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree can provide you with the tools you need to define your competitive edge and succeed in today’s dynamic business world.

Concentrate Your Studies in a Key Area of Business and Industry

Our BBA program uses case studies to create real-world scenarios to help you understand everything from marketing and statistics to accounting, economics, and finance. You can also direct your studies into your specific area of interest by choosing one of ten concentrations in this program: Accounting, Business Law, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resource Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or Project Management.

Engineers have completely changed the way we live; the work they do is the link between scientific breakthroughs and the commercial applications that make our lives better. From creating better ways to communicate to using new discoveries to treat disease, it’s an exciting field that presents you with the opportunity to solve real-world problems.

If you’re ready to build a solid foundation of mathematics and engineering and use your knowledge to create new and exciting things, earning your BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering is an excellent place to start.

The major in Accounting academically prepares students for a wide range of accounting-related careers, including public accounting, corporate accounting, internal audit, accounting in not-for-profit organizations, and job opportunities with state, local, and federal government agencies. The curriculum aligns with content specifications for various professional exams including CPA, CMA, and CIA. All students are advised to contact a full-time faculty member for a brief interview by phone or personal visit for the purpose of reviewing the student’s career objectives.

Are you passionate about advocating for justice at the local, state, and federal levels? With the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration, you can make a difference and be prepared for a variety of career options.

National University’s Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Administration program is designed to meet the educational and professional needs of individuals interested in law enforcement who are interested in professional development or career advancement. The program also prepares individuals for other employment opportunities like teaching, training assignments, private security employment, research, or employment as consultants within the field.

Our Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Administration Program

Our program is diverse, with topics of study including forensic science, research methods, juvenile justice, corrections, and more. The Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice program concludes with a senior project supervised by full-time, associate, and select core adjunct faculty.

The EdS program is designed specifically for professionals who desire continuing education in response to the national and international need for professionals trained to work in diverse organizational settings. This program is tailored for students who aspire to engage in advanced levels of professional practice while increasing leadership and scholarship skills to develop solutions and communicate ideas to diverse stakeholders. The EdS prepares students for making informed, ethical decisions and improvements to current educational, organizational, and societal issues.

NU offers two track options for students interested in pursuing their master’s in education and preparing for increased leadership responsibilities in K-12 or higher education. Options include a standard online MEd track with an array of education level specializations, or an accelerated track MEd that can help you complete your degree in just one year.

National University’s online Master’s in Education program prepares you to become a leader in the field by giving you the knowledge required to effectively analyze and address educational issues within your area of specialization. You’ll apply education leadership principles to real-world problems through professionally relevant case studies — all while gaining a wealth of experience from your mentoring professors.

From balancing budgets and managing corporate finances to filing taxes and conducting audits, businesses of every size and type require highly skilled accounting professionals to ensure they function efficiently and profitably. National University’s Master of Accounting (MAcc) program is designed to prepare you for a career in auditing or public, corporate, and nonprofit accounting.

Our curriculum is based on published content specifications of the uniform CPA and CMA exams and is designed to prepare you with the industry-current knowledge you’ll need to pursue positions in state and local government agencies like the IRS, FBI, CIA, Franchise Tax Board, Defense Contract Audit Agency, and many others.

As our use of digital data and technology grows, so does the need for skilled professionals with a strong foundation in mathematics. National University’s Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree is designed to help students meet this increasing demand by preparing them for careers as mathematical scientists, technicians, and teachers.

This program emphasizes a reflective and conceptual understanding of mathematics and its applied techniques. Students are advised that all mathematics courses encourage critical thinking by their very nature. The environment stresses scholarship, diversity, and growth through a rigorous and focused curriculum that incorporates reasoning, problem-solving, mathematics as communication, and mathematical connections. Coursework provides sound preparation and training for a diverse population of nontraditional learners whose goal is to work or teach professionally in mathematics.

The BS in Mathematics program offers two concentrations to choose from: Data Analytics and Subject Matter Competency.

In today’s complex business world, a leader can be a manager, but not all managers are leaders. True leadership requires vision, strategy, and empathy. An organizational leadership bachelor’s degree program will help you define your leadership style.

National University’s Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership is designed to equip you with the tools to become a change agent and transformational leader. Our curriculum is a future-focused examination of team building, organizational change, conflict management, and diversity in a multicultural society. The program culminates in a unique capstone designed to transform your leadership philosophy to guide your decision-making – now and into the future.

Upon completion of your studies, you’ll emerge with the knowledge and confidence to build and lead teams for companies across industries. NU’s BS in Organizational Leadership offers an accelerated format that empowers you to finish the entire program in less than four years.

Engineering Management leadership has become a highly sought skill in today’s competitive global technological marketplace. The Master of Science in Engineering Management degree program is designed to bring the benefits of modern technology and high-quality graduate-level instruction to engineers/scientists/technologists interested in furthering their skills in engineering management with specialization in the following areas:

• Project Management – to become effective and efficient project/program managers.
• Systems Engineering – to manage activities related to the life cycle of systems.

These specializations offer practical business perspectives necessary for engineering management. Unlike traditional MBA programs, the MSEM programs emphasize management skills that are specifically built on the students’ technical backgrounds and experience. The custom-designed mix of management concepts and technical expertise will help prepare professionals to direct major public and private organizations in the increasingly complicated managerial environment of today’s competitive global, technical environment. In this program, engineering management principles are broadly based and draw from many different disciplines such as applied sciences, engineering, natural sciences, mathematics, economics, business, and social sciences.

The field of healthcare is rapidly growing and modernizing, creating a tremendous demand for professionals with skills and knowledge in the application of healthcare information and technology. If you’d like to be one of those that apply digital information to advance healthcare and improve health, the Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) will provide you with a sought-after graduate professional degree in the field. It will prepare you for mid-level and leadership positions within healthcare, technology, and consulting organizations, and ground you in the effective use of information technologies and systems to improve the healthcare ecosystem.

Coursework will encompass areas of information systems, information technology, and informatics, including decision support, care coordination, consumer empowerment, the structured language of healthcare, standards, health information exchange, usability, electronic health records, security, socio-technical aspects of health computing, human-computer interaction, evidence-based practice, and health outcomes.

Higher education administrators must be prepared to lead faculty and staff as well as manage overall operations of a college or university. The Master of Science in Higher Education Administration will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary for this level of leadership in higher education.

Throughout the program, you’ll learn sound higher education theory, leadership, and strategic management for administrative programs and student services, as well as ways to manage and implement change in dynamic environments. You’ll also learn ways to establish meaningful community relationships and respond to diverse community interests, all while keeping an eye on current trends and relevant financial and legal aspects of higher education.

National University’s MS in School Psychology program offers a comprehensive education that prepares students to be change agents in the PreK-12 setting through research, practice, and advocacy. Our program emphasizes collaboration and consultation to strengthen leadership skills and provides support for students’ academic, behavioral, and social & emotional needs.

Students will also learn various methods of assessment and evidence-based interventions to address student difficulties related to mental health and academic interventions. Additionally, our program provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge to prevent and intervene in school-based challenges and crisis situations.

The program’s curriculum aligns with California Commission for Teacher Credentialing (CTC) standards and the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). Candidates in this program are prepared for the position of school psychologist in the state of California. Candidates are encouraged to be active in local, state, and national professional organizations to stay relevant in the field of school psychology.

The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Development with a California Inspired Teaching and Learning Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential provides a broad, rigorous education that prepares candidates for a career as a teacher at early elementary grades. Candidates are introduced to essential knowledge, strategies, techniques, and connections across the disciplines as applied to young children. The focus is on an enriched and thought-provoking curriculum incorporating content across subject areas, specific educational methodology courses, and preparation for professional work as multiple subject teachers in elementary grades. All candidates must demonstrate subject-matter competency through a state-approved examination (CSET), appropriate degree, or major in matching authorization area.

The credential is designed for teacher candidates who will be dedicated to inspiring K6 learners by ensuring for them: social-emotional thriving, meaningful academic achievement, and an equitable and inclusive learning community.