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TECHNOLOGY CHANGES EVERYTHING^®

Now, school comes to you, making earning your college degree a real possibility. Experience a new way of learning through the innovative online experience at Ashford University. Earn the Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree you’ve always wanted. You may also qualify to be part of Ashford University’s Honors College for undergraduate students. Your Ashford University experience brings you:

Relevance

Pursue a course of study that covers the full spectrum of knowledge – from eMarketing to Cognitive Studies.

Technology

The world is your campus. The Ashford Mobile app lets you keep in touch with your courses and classmates while on-the-go. Plus many courses offer ways to study, learn, and share from cloud content, instead of heavy textbooks.

Prestige

Ashford’s Honors College offers high-achieving undergraduate students an opportunity to enhance their degree programs with advanced curriculum. Honors graduates receive special recognition for their accomplishments.

Community

Join a diverse student body where you belong. Students, faculty, and alumni interact and support each other from across the country and the world. Social media allow everyone in the Ashford community to connect and network whenever you wish.

Tradition

All students are invited to join their fellow graduates at commencement. Thousands of students from across the country gather to celebrate.

If you had your degree, would it change you? Join Ashford University. Enroll today.

Ashford University’s Mission: To provide accessible, affordable, innovative, high-quality learning opportunities and degree programs that meet the diverse needs of individuals pursuing integrity in their lives, professions and communities.

Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.

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Online Programs

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Program Listings

Associate Degree Programs
- AA in Early Childhood Education
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  Launch your education when you earn your Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Ashford University. Take the first steps toward qualifying for high-demand jobs in daycare, preschool, and elementary schools. You’ll find your courses in this 67-credit online program, taken one at a time for five weeks each, focus on important topics in early childhood, such as: development, learning assessment, special learners, and instructional strategy. Upon completion of your Associate’s degree at Ashford, you can transfer your credits toward any of Ashford’s many Bachelor’s degree programs.
  Successful completion of the Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education program by itself does not lead certification or licensure in any state. It is the student's responsibility to determine individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please refer to Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) for individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please be advised that states change their policies from time to time and students are advised to check regularly with their state regulatory agencies' policies and procedures relating to licensure. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in this field of study.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
- BA in Applied Behavioral Science
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  Direct your education toward success! With your Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behavioral Science from Ashford University, you will study ways to understand behavior and solve social problems. This interdisciplinary degree provides you with diverse perspectives with which to address problems and find solutions. Build a broad foundation of skills from the disciplines of logic, law, psychology, and sociology. Learn about individual, family, and community problems and their solutions. Your online courses include a wide variety of topics, from community organizing to diversity and ethical decision making. This online degree program demonstrates your competence and ability to build and maintain effective relationships. Employ your knowledge with your Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behavioral Science.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- BA in Applied Linguistics
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  Articulate your success with your Bachelor of Arts in Applied Linguistics from Ashford University. If your career goals focus on language acquisition or technology, then this online degree program is for you. The demand for professionals to teach essential language skills, for experts who understand natural language processing, and for speech therapists will continue to increase. Your online coursework covers both the theory and the practical applications of linguistics. Discover the structure of language and how it is learned. Explore language-related social issues and how they impact policy. This degree represents your competence in computational linguistics, teaching English, and speech pathology. Create a career with meaning – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Applied Linguistics.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- BA in Child Development
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  Be an advocate for kids. With your Bachelor of Arts in Child Development from Ashford University, you will study the stages of development from infancy through adolescence.
  As more parents return to work after having children, childcare jobs will grow. Professionals with a Bachelor of Arts in Child Development could start careers such as social work, childcare, or special education. Learn how families and communities impact children's growth. Your online courses include a wide variety of topics, from language acquisition to behavior and the critical role of play in children's education. This unique degree demonstrates your competence and ability in working with children. Cultivate your understanding of children with your Bachelor of Arts in Child Development.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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- BA in Cognitive Studies
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  How do we learn? How do we solve problems and make decisions? Explore these questions with your Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Studies from Ashford University.
  This program is designed for professionals who work with children or adults in a variety of capacities. Graduates might pursue careers in rehabilitation, special education, or as developmental delay specialists. Your online courses include such topics as perception, reading, intelligence, and child development. Learn to identify changes in brain development over time and their impact on cognitive functions. Discover the unique needs of learners with cognitive delays, as well as programs to address their needs. This interdisciplinary degree incorporates psychology, neuroscience, and education. Know success – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Studies.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- BA in Communication Studies
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  Extend your reach with your Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Ashford University. Stretch your skills while enhancing your understanding of modern communications. A Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies makes a good fit if you are pursuing a professional career in human resources, business and communications management, public policy and administration, journalism, or the media. Your Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies degree will demonstrate your proficiency and competence as a professional in today's business world. Upon graduation, you will be well acquainted with modern communications, be highly trained in multicultural communications and conflict resolution, and exhibit advanced persuasion skills. In addition, you can transfer up to 99 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree and accelerate your degree completion.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- BA in Complementary and Alternative Health
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  Center yourself when you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Complementary and Alternative Health from Ashford University. This online degree program examines spirituality and non-Western systems of integrated and holistic health.
  Increasing cultural diversity has resulted in growing numbers of people who pursue complementary and alternative medicine. This is your opportunity to explore the history, practice, and delivery of non-allopathic health systems, including: Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, acupuncture, hypnosis, reiki, meditation, and prayer. In this curriculum, you will examine philosophical differences between holistic and conventional health approaches. Identify usage trends and disease management from a multicultural perspective. Take charge of mind, body, and spirit challenges. Find balance – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Complementary and Alternative Health.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- BA in Cultural Anthropology
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  What is culture? Why do we live this way? Explore these questions with your Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Anthropology from Ashford University.
  If your interests lie in cross-cultural understanding, this degree is for you. Expand your career prospects with experience in research and critical thinking. This online degree program sharpens your analytical skills as you study diverse cultures. Your courses include studies in linguistics, urban and gender studies, and war. You will learn data-collection and research methods. Broaden your worldview – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Anthropology.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- BA in Early Childhood Education
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  Strengthen your education skills while enhancing your understanding of the many aspects of children’s development and education when you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education onlinefrom Ashford University. You will complete coursework in childhood development, curricula, and program development. When you complete the required coursework, you will be well acquainted with the education industry, be highly trained in various theories of childhood development, and exhibit advanced instructional skills. Your courses will cover several relevant topics, from children’s development and language acquisition to the impact of parents and communities on childhood education.
  Successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education program by itself does not lead certification or licensure in any state. It is the student's responsibility to determine individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please refer to Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) for individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please be advised that states change their policies from time to time and students are advised to check regularly with their state regulatory agencies’ policies and procedures relating to licensure. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in this field of study.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- BA in Early Childhood Education - Infant and Toddler Care Specialization
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  Strengthen your education skills while enhancing your understanding of the many aspects of children’s development and education when you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education onlinefrom Ashford University. You will complete coursework in childhood development, curricula, and program development. When you complete the required coursework, you will be well acquainted with the education industry, be highly trained in various theories of childhood development, and exhibit advanced instructional skills. Your courses will cover several relevant topics, from children’s development and language acquisition to the impact of parents and communities on childhood education.
  Learn to provide quality care for infants and small children. You will contribute to the healthy growth of children by earning your specialization in Infant and Toddler Care.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
- BA in Early Childhood Education Administration - Infant and Toddler Care Specialization
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  Break new ground in your education career with your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration from Ashford University. Realize your potential while enhancing your understanding of the many aspects of children's education and administration. Choose this program if you are interested in pursuing a career in child care management. Learn to provide quality care for infants and small children. You will contribute to the healthy growth of children by earning your specialization in Infant and Toddler Care. Upon graduation, you will be well acquainted with the education industry, be highly trained in various theories of childhood development, and exhibit advanced organizational management skills. A degree in Early Childhood Education Administration will demonstrate your proficiency and competence as an administrator in the education industry. In addition, you can transfer up to 99 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree and accelerate your degree completion.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
- BA in Early Childhood Education Administration Specialization
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  Break new ground in your education career with your Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration from Ashford University. Realize your potential while enhancing your understanding of the many aspects of children's education and administration. Choose this program if you are interested in pursuing a career in child care management. Upon graduation, you will be well acquainted with the education industry, be highly trained in various theories of childhood development, and exhibit advanced organizational management skills. A degree in Early Childhood Education Administration will demonstrate your proficiency and competence as an administrator in the education industry. In addition, you can transfer up to 99 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree and accelerate your degree completion.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
- BA in Education Studies
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  An online degree in Education Studies from Ashford University can be a gateway to beginning a career for those interested in working with learners in any of the following settings: business, public sector, education, childcare, recreation centers, non-profit organizations, health & human services, counseling, social work, psychology, sociology, and career services. Your online courses cover topics from phonics and English language learners to curriculum and child development. Learn to adapt instruction to meet the unique needs of diverse learners. You can also choose a specialization to add focus to your degree. Upon completion of your Bachelor of Arts in Education Studies, you may be able to continue your path to certification with a state-specific program. Each state offers different pathways.
  Successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Education Studies program by itself does not lead to certification or licensure in any state. This degree program will not make one eligible for traditional or alternative teacher certification or licensure in the State of Georgia or the State of Hawaii. It is the student's responsibility to determine individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please refer to Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) for individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please be advised that states change their policies from time to time and students are advised to check regularly with their state regulatory agencies’ policies and procedures relating to licensure. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in this field of study.
- BA in English
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  Write your way to career success. With your Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Ashford University, you get a rigorous foundation of writing and critical thinking skills.
  Read and appreciate great books. Analyze how language and literature shape culture and identity. Your online courses include theory, linguistics, and composition, in addition to surveys of literature. English has become a common language around the globe. By deepening your understanding of this unique language, you strengthen your comprehension of our world and your ability to communicate. You will fathom new insights into the social, philosophical, and moral themes that are crucial to a just society and global community. Create a versatile career with your Bachelor of Arts in English from Ashford University.
- BA in English Language Learner Studies (non-licensure) Specialization
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  Teach to the world. With your Bachelor of Arts in English Language Learner Studies, you demonstrate your readiness to provide businesses and individuals with adult language instruction.
  English language learner services are in high demand around the world, with new job opportunities spreading to every continent. In this curriculum, you will learn how students acquire new skills and knowledge in a second language. Your courses cover subjects from reading and grammar to diversity and inter-cultural communications. As a potential educator in our modern global environment, you will find this degree a perfect fit for your career. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in English Language Learner Studies online from Ashford University.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
- BA in Environmental Studies
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  Integrate your education with global responsibility. With your Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Ashford University, you demonstrate your understanding of complex cultural, social, and environmental issues at levels both local and global.
  An increasing sense of global urgency has created a demand for environmental experts. Learn in detail how human civilization interacts with our natural surroundings, our deep impact on nature, and possible solutions to environmental problems. Your courses cover such subjects as ecology, biology, ethics, public policy, and energy production. Be part of the solution – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies degree online from Ashford University.
- BA in Gerontology
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  Serve the growing senior population with your Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology degree from Ashford University. This online degree program demonstrates your comprehension of the physical, social, spiritual, and psychological aspects of aging and longevity.
  Analyze the legal, ethical, and financial factors that influence retirees' independence. You will examine emerging service delivery models for the aged. Your courses cover several topics, from mental well-being, to social policy, to demographics and diversity in aging. Mature your career – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology.
- BA in Health Care Administration
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  Prepare to be in high demand! When you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Administration degree from Ashford University, you prepare yourself to pursue a variety of health care administration positions. Build a solid foundation for career mobility among health care professionals.
- BA in Health Education
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  Share your skills and make a difference with your Bachelor of Arts in Health Education from Ashford University. If you dream of helping people improve their health, then this online degree program is for you.
  The health care industry needs health educators to prevent disease and promote well-being. Professionals who understand the needs of multicultural patients and special populations will continue to be in high demand. This degree represents your proficiency in overcoming the challenges that confront community health. Your online coursework covers nutrition, alternative medicine, and behavior modification. Explore the practical issues faced by health professionals as you learn to trace the physical and cultural causes of disease. Impart well-being – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Health Education.
- BA in Health and Human Services
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  Support people in need! Enhance your career when you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services degree online from Ashford University.
  You will develop strong communication skills and learn the proper role of technology in health and human services. Your courses include a wide range of topics, from current medical issues to special populations in public health. Your curriculum concludes with research into access and delivery of services for a select group. Give your career in health a head start with your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services
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- BA in Health and Human Services - Health Care Informatics Systems Specialization
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  Support people in need! Enhance your future when you earn your online Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services degree from Ashford University.You will develop strong communication skills and learn the proper role of technology in health and human services. Your online courses include a wide range of topics, from current medical issues to special populations in public health. Your curriculum concludes with research into access and delivery of services for a select group. Form your future with your Health Care Informatics Systems specialization. This specialization teaches you to use data to improve the quality of health care.
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- BA in Health and Human Services - Long-Term Care Specialization
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  Support people in need! Enhance your degree when you add the Long-Term Care specialization to your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services degree program. Study gerontology and the challenges confronting long-term care facilities.
  You will develop strong communication skills and learn the proper role of technology in health and human services. Your courses include a wide range of topics, from current medical issues to special populations in public health. Your curriculum concludes with research into access and delivery of services for a select group. Give your career in health a head start with your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services.
  Geographic Restrictions: Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- BA in Health and Wellness
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  Create healthy lifestyles with your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Wellness from Ashford University. In this program, you will explore personal fitness and health evaluation.
  There is increasing need for health professionals, due to health care reform and an aging and multicultural population. Professionals who understand both positive and negative health practices will be in demand. This degree demonstrates your knowledge of disease and injury prevention. Your online coursework includes nutrition, health program planning, and community health. Discover ways to promote health through behavioral change. Examine risk behaviors that can compromise a person's health throughout the lifespan. Design a personalized physical fitness program. Encourage wellness – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Health and Wellness from Ashford University.
- BA in History
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  Dive in to the past, and prepare for your future. Your Bachelor of Arts in History degree from Ashford University demonstrates your comprehension of the evolving forces that continually shape modern life. In a world transformed by the powerful tides of globalization and cultural conflict, the study of history provides an intellectual toolkit for addressing complex global issues. Your courses explore multiple regions and cultures, and conclude with a research-focused capstone course. Navigate our complex world with your Bachelor of Arts in History from Ashford University.
- BA in Homeland Security and Emergency Management
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  Work to protect America. With your Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security and Emergency Management degree, you gain a broad view of homeland security and emergency preparedness at the federal, state, and local levels.
  
  In the post-911 era, the US government created the Department of Homeland Security, which prepares for, prevents, and responds to domestic emergencies. With this degree program, you will transcend a single discipline to consider counter-terrorism, planning for natural disasters, and terrorism response. Your interdisciplinary courses include ethics, international relations, cybercrime, and an emphasis on American government and the United States Constitution. This program also includes a strong research and writing component. Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security and Emergency Management online with Ashford University.
- BA in Instructional Design
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  Chart your future. With your Bachelor of Arts in Instructional Design from Ashford University, you will synthesize learning theory with models for instructional design.
  E-learning is becoming more popular. School and corporations recognize the need to provide learners with more choice in their learning environments. Professionals trained to address learning needs with 21st century technology will be in high demand. This degree program enables you to evaluate technology and applications for effective student learning. Create and deliver high-tech instruction for e-learning in online environments. Your online courses include everything you need to know, from learning theory and studies in assessment, to adult learning and virtual collaboration. Plan for success – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Instructional Design.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
- BA in Journalism and Mass Communication
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  Turn your career into a search for truth when you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication degree online from Ashford University. With the advancement of electronic media has come increasing demand for responsible journalists – professionals with the skills and knowledge to use new media and to broadcast timely information to the public. In this program, you will learn the rights, and responsibilities of news media professionals in a democracy. You will create an electronic portfolio of work to showcase your professional journalistic skills. Your courses include a wide range of topics, from composition and editing to research and analysis. Contribute to a free society with your Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication.
- BA in Law Enforcement Administration
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  Put your future in order. With your Bachelor of Arts in Law Enforcement Administration from Ashford University, you will build leadership skills and evaluate guidelines for policing today's communities.
  Law enforcement agencies have become increasingly sophisticated and need educated staff with communication, critical thinking, and technology skills to accomplish their mission. Learn to analyze criminal behavior. Develop the character traits you need to be a responsible and ethical leader. This degree program empowers you to manage and direct police and other law enforcement teams. Your online courses include a wide variety of topics, from race and individual rights to crime and social policy. Now you can both serve and protect – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Law Enforcement Administration.
- BA in Liberal Arts
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  You never know what you'll need to know. With your Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from Ashford University, you'll challenge yourself with diverse coursework that covers major global issues, including culture and diversity.
  The Bureau of Labor Statistics syas that the average American will change jobs 10 times and pursue three different career paths, which requires a broad, flexible, and generalized education. So foster an independent view of the world! This degree program demonstrates your commitment to expand your critical, creative thinking, and communication skills. Your online courses include a wide variety of topics, from the cultural impact of science to research methods in the humanitites. Se the big picture - earn your Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts.
- BA in Library Science and Media
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  Locate yourself in the world of information with your Bachelor of Arts in Library Science and Media from Ashford University. In this online degree program, you will learn to evaluate technology for effective instructional delivery. As traditional libraries grow into a significant online presence, the field of library science is evolving fast. Increasingly, different kinds of learning organizations will find they need 21st century information experts. Your online courses include such topics as cognition, instructional design, and literature for children and teens. Discover media, literature, and resources that you could employ in multiple learning environments. This degree demonstrates your research skills and your ability to support information acquisition. Find success – earn your Bachelor of Arts in Library Science and Media.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
- BA in Military Studies
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  Engage your education. With your Bachelor of Arts in Military Studies from Ashford University, you will embody the character traits you need to be a leader.
  If you aspire to a long career in the US Armed Forces, then this online degree program, which you can complete from anywhere in the world, is for you. Study politics, the role of the military in international relations, the military in peace time, and the cultural and philosophical aspects of a well-rounded university education. Many service members seek convenient online degree programs in order to earn promotion. Choose this program for a degree that matches your career goals. Maneuver up the career ladder - earn your Bachelor of Arts in Military Studies.
- BA in Political Science and Government
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  Secure the benefits of education! With your Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government degree from Ashford University, you demonstrate your understanding of political relationships and how our complex institutions work. Political scientists measure the effectiveness of government policies by examining factors like stability, justice, economic growth, and peace. As a professional with career aspirations in public service or the non-profit sector, you will find that political science makes a great undergraduate subject to prepare for an advanced degree. Your courses provide a systematic study that focuses on political behavior, power and authority, policy development, international relations, and conflict resolution. Declare independence with your Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from Ashford University.
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- BA in Psychology
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  Why do some groups succeed and others fail? Why do some workplaces thrive while others wither? If you have an innate feel for the delicate interplay of today's organizations, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ashford University may be for you. A degree in psychology can elevate you to greater career heights. Many professionals in human resources, social work, counseling, market research, advertising and sales rely on their psychology backgrounds to be successful. Ashford's BA in psychology can also serve as a great stepping stone to pursing a master's degree or doctorate degree.
- BA in Social Science
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  Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science degree online from Ashford University, and develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals, families, communities, governments, and cultures - from various perspectives. Take a multidisciplinary approach to social sciences where different outlooks are applied to real-world issues. Specialize your degree when you apply approved transfer credits toward a concentration. Adding a concentration allows you to use credit you’ve already earned and enhances your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science degree.
- BA in Social and Criminal Justice
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  Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice degree online from Ashford University to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society. Investigate both the social and legal sides of criminal justice, from forensics and psychology to crime prevention and terrorism. Be an instrument for change when you choose this degree program to better understand the legal and social forces that shape American culture.
- BA in Sociology
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  Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Sociology degree from Ashford University and discover the intricate framework of relationships between individuals and the societies they live in: their composition, organization, culture, and development. Study the social lives of humans, groups and societies from the anonymous contact of individuals to the global social process. Engage in the study of humans in their individual and collective aspects as well as their economic, social, political, and religious activities. Tackle such areas as social issues, cross-cultural perspectives, community, aging and family. Upon graduation, you will possess a practical understanding of these ideas and other important sociology concepts. Transfer up to 90 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree to accelerate your degree completion.
- BS in Health Information Management
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  The Ashford University Health Information Management program prepares graduates to enter the healthcare industry well versed in health information management, health data management, and management of health information services. The Bureau of Labor Statistics says that health information managers are among the fastest-growing occupations. If you want to work in the health care industry, but don’t want to care for people directly, then this degree might be for you. With a broad healthcare background, graduates will seek employment in all levels of healthcare and interact with a wide spectrum of other healthcare professions. The curriculum blends the disciplines of management, finance, information technology, medicine and law into one program. Earn your BS in Health Information Management.
Master’s Degree Programs
- MA/Organizational Management - Supply Chain Management
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  Develop professional competence in a world of rapid change with a Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM). Your degree allows for development of advanced skills in dealing with the complex problems organizations and individuals face in today's marketplace. Choose a concentration in Supply Chain Management to enhance your degree.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- MA in Accountancy
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  Earn your Master of Accountancy degree online from Forbes School of Business^® at Ashford University. In this program, you will evaluate how to research complex accounting issues using professional resources.
  
  In response to recent financial crises and regulation, demand for knowledgeable accountants is expected to grow. A Bachelor’s degree, as well as additional training, is usually the minimum education needed to work as an accountant, however, most professionals pursue higher levels of education in order to advance in their fields. Designed for professionals, this graduate program develops your analytical and technical skills in accounting.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- MA in Accountancy Accounting Specialization
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  Earn your Master of Accountancy online from Forbes School of Business at Ashford University. In this program, you will evaluate how to research complex accounting issues using professional resources.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- MA in Accountancy Audit Specialization
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  Earn your Master of Accountancy online from Forbes School of Business at Ashford University. In this program, you will evaluate how to research complex accounting issues using professional resources.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- MA in Education
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  Elevate your education. Reach a career milestone by earning your Master of Arts in Education online from Ashford University. Study in depth those areas that most influence educational institutions, including curricula, assessment, advanced pedagogical theory, and principles of leadership. Master the skills to be an education leader, while improving instruction and promoting diversity. In addition to core courses in teaching and learning, you choose a specialization to focus your degree. If you are committed to a career involving education, then the Master of Arts in Education from Ashford University is for you. Make an impact on our nation’s schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.
  Successful completion of the Master of Arts in Education program by itself does not lead to certification or licensure in any state. It is the student's responsibility to determine individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please refer to Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) for individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please be advised that states change their policies from time to time and students are advised to check regularly with their state regulatory agencies’ policies and procedures relating to licensure. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in this field of study.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- MA in Education - Child Development Specialization
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  Tailor your teaching to children at all levels by earning your Master of Arts in Education online with a specialization in Child Development from Ashford University. Focus your education degree with the Child Development specialization that will build awareness and understanding of the natural milestones in child development.
  This specialization allows you to examine developmentally appropriate methods for teaching young children. You will learn to establish partnerships with families and communities, customize instruction for specific learners, and identify developmental levels in education. If you are committed to an education career, then the Master of Arts in Education from Ashford University is for you. Make an impact on our nation's schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
- MA in Education - Curriculum & Instruction Specialization
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  Be an agent for change when you choose Curriculum and Instruction as your specialization for the Master of Arts in Education degree program from Ashford University. This program could be your pathway to a meaningful career. In this specialization, you will build the skills to develop both an engaging curriculum and a caring and responsive learning environment. The Curriculum and Instruction specialization covers such diverse topics as systems thinking, metacognition, and differentiated instruction. You will learn to introduce change in education by designing instructional models for increased achievement. If you are committed to an education career, this program from Ashford University is for you. Make an impact on our nation's schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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- MA in Education - English Language Learner Specialization
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  Teach the whole world by earning your Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in English Language Learner. This program could be your pathway to a meaningful career. In this specialization, you will gain an understanding of the implications of diverse languages for student learning and achievement, as well as techniques for teaching English. The English Language Learner specialization focuses on addressing the needs of those for whom English is not the first language. You will study integrative strategies and methods, in addition to English syntax, grammar, and pronunciation. If you are committed to an education career, this program from Ashford University is for you. Make an impact on our nation's schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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- MA in Education - Exceptional Systems for Revolutionizing Education Specialization
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  The Exceptional Systems for Revolutionizing Education specialization is designed to empower students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences in the field of education who seek to establish committed, courageous, collaborative, creative, and character-centered ways to promote college readiness for all learners. You will learn about specific elements and structures that contribute to successful schools and classrooms and how to replicate those in any educational setting. The specialization is open to learners with a Bachelor’s degree in any field from a regionally accredited university, and it is especially appropriate for those who are interested in educational leadership or administrative roles in the field of education. This program is not intended to lead to educator certification. Educators are advised to contact their individual school districts as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.
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- MA in Education - Family and Community Services Specialization
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  Provide for the welfare of all children and their families with a specialization in Family and Community Services added to your Master of Arts in Education online degree program from Ashford University. In this specialization, you will support teachers with practical strategies and tools to support community-wide efforts to strengthen and support youth today. Parent and community involvement is a crucial element to school success. Promoting the social, emotional and academic skills necessary for student success in the 21st century requires a team effort of collaboration with schools, families and the community. Partner with schools, families, and communities to help schools succeed. You will study community development strategies, family welfare, and diversity.
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- MA in Education - Reading Literacy Specialization
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  Open new worlds when you choose the Reading Literacy specialization in conjunction with your Master of Arts in Education degree from Ashford University. This program could be your pathway to a meaningful career. Gain an understanding of the necessary skills for instruction in reading and writing. The Reading Literacy specialization includes intervention strategies for struggling readers. You will study reading comprehension, young adult literature, and reading skills assessment. Identify academic resources and develop new strategies for instruction. If your career goal is to empower new readers, then this specialization is for you. Choose the Reading Literacy specialization for your Master of Arts in Education.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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- MA in Education - School Leadership in the 21st Century Specialization
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  Set yourself apart as an educational leader prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. With the specialization in the Master of Arts in Education in School Leadership in the 21st Century, you can be an exceptional leader who implements research-based strategies for teaching, learning, and leadership in schools. You will be at the forefront of educational leadership while working with diverse l earners and their families, helping others to understand the needs of 21st century learners, and by providing a mission- and l earner-centered environment.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
  
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- MA in Education - Special Education (non-licensure) Specialization
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  Open up education to all students by earning your Master of Arts in Education online with a specialization in Special Education (non-licensure) from Ashford University. Focus your education degree with the Special Education specialization that will support the needs of exceptional students in school programs.
  The Special Education specialization allows you to respond to students' diverse abilities and styles as you provide equitable learning. You will learn classroom management, as well as how to identify disabilities and special abilities. If you are committed to an education career, then the Master of Arts in Education from Ashford University is for you. Make an impact on our nation's schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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- MA in Health Care Administration specialization
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  Foster your health care career by earning your Master of Arts in Health Care Administration from Ashford University. Deepen the value of your services with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.This graduate degree empowers you to assume leadership positions in health care organizations. You will study such areas as finance, biostatistics, and strategic planning. The program incorporates applied health care theories across the domains of organized health care.
  If your future is a career in health care, then this degree is for you. With your Master of Arts in Health Care Administration, you demonstrate your expertise in directing health care organizations, leading health professionals, and delivering invaluable services to people in need.
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- MA in Organizational Management
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  Develop professional competence in a world of rapid change with a Master of Arts in Organizational Management degree from Ashford University. Study organizational change, marketing, decision-making, strategic thinking, and innovation while learning to build an organizational culture that embraces quality and diversity. Explore your choices when you choose the standard Master of Arts advanced program emphasizing the human side of leadership or add one of several dynamic specializations to enhance your degree. Each specialization focuses on a unique element within the scope of Organizational Management that will further enhance your skills and prepare you for a larger range of responsibility. Your Master of Arts in Organizational Management degree is the first step to becoming an effective leader with global vision and awareness.
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- MA in Organizational Management - Human Resource Management Specialization
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  Develop professional competence in a world of rapid change with a Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM) degree from Ashford University. Study organizational change, marketing, decision-making, strategic thinking, and innovation while learning to build an organizational culture that embraces quality and diversity. Explore your choices when you choose the standard MAOM to study an advanced program emphasizing the human side of leadership or add one of three concentrations to enhance the degree. The Organizational Leadership concentration prepares you for leadership roles in the post-modern organization, the Human Resources Management concentration prepares you to manage the organization's human capital, and the Global Management concentration prepares you for international and multicultural management.
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- MA in Organizational Management - Media Management Specialization
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  Use the media to grow your business. With the Media Management specialization added to your Master of Arts in Organizational Management degree from the Forbes School of Business at Ashford University, you will develop a strategic plan for management of a media department. Through three specific courses in the Media Management specialization, you will strengthen your qualifications to manage a media team.
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- MA in Organizational Management - Project Management Specialization
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  Develop professional competence in a world of rapid change with a Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM). Your degree allows for development of advanced skills in dealing with the complex problems organizations and individuals face in today's marketplace. Choose a concentration in Project Management to enhance your degree.
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- MA in Organizational Management - Public Administration Specialization
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  Develop professional competence in a world of rapid change with a Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM). Your degree allows for development of advanced skills in dealing with the complex problems organizations and individuals face in today's marketplace. Choose a concentration in Public Administration to enhance your degree.
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- MA in Organizational Management – Global Management Specialization
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  Develop professional competence in a world of rapid change with a Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM) degree from Ashford University. Study organizational change, marketing, decision-making, strategic thinking, and innovation while learning to build an organizational culture that embraces quality and diversity. Explore your choices when you choose the standard MAOM to study an advanced program emphasizing the human side of leadership or add one of three concentrations to enhance the degree. The Organizational Leadership concentration prepares you for leadership roles in the post-modern organization, the Human Resources Management concentration prepares you to manage the organization's human capital, and the Global Management concentration prepares you for international and multicultural management.
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- MA in Organizational Management – Organizational Leadership Specialization
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  Develop professional competence in a world of rapid change with a Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM) degree from Ashford University. Study organizational change, marketing, decision-making, strategic thinking, and innovation while learning to build an organizational culture that embraces quality and diversity. Explore your choices when you choose the standard MAOM to study an advanced program emphasizing the human side of leadership or add one of three concentrations to enhance the degree. The Organizational Leadership concentration prepares you for leadership roles in the post-modern organization, the Human Resources Management concentration prepares you to manage the organization's human capital, and the Global Management concentration prepares you for international and multicultural management.
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- MA in Psychology
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  Explore the mind! Complete your Master of Arts in Psychology degree online from Ashford University.
  
  Professionals with a graduate degree in psychology can work in a variety of fields, including mental health, education, business, health care, counseling, and social and human services. Learn how to use psychological theories in any professional endeavor. You will also evaluate the scientific merit of psychological research and literature.
  
  This graduate degree demonstrates your expertise at applying psychology to your work life. Take courses in developmental, social, and counseling psychology. If you are serious about enhancing your knowledge of psychology, then this degree program is perfect for you.
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- MA in Public Administration
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  Fulfill your passion for public service. Access greater opportunities by pursuing your Master of Public Administration degree online from Ashford University. Perfect your interpersonal and management skills while gaining expertise in urban planning, decision making, policy implementation, and managing personnel in ways that embrace quality and diversity. You will learn to apply management theory, evaluate the impact of politics on public organizations, and evaluate strategies for financing social initiatives. If you aspire to a career in public service, then the Master of Public Administration online degree program at Ashford University is for you. Broaden your professional horizons with the knowledge you acquire through Ashford's Master of Public Administration program.
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- MA in Teaching and Learning with Technology
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  Earn your Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning with Technology from Ashford Univesrity to focus on developing your expertise in designing, implementing, and facilitating instructional technology in a variety of learning environments.Through your studies, you will connect theory and practice in the design of learning solutions for a digital age. Knowledge of current and emerging instructional technologies will support you in educational and professional settings. Students who successfully complete this degree program often pursue careers as instructional technology leaders, consultants and coaches, online educators, school or college technology experts, and educational entrepreneurs.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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- MA in Teaching and Learning with Technology - Online Educator Specialization
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  The Online Educator Specialization prepares learners for careers as instructional coordinators, instructional designers and technologists, distance learning coordinators, training and development specialists, and computer user support specialists within the field of online learning. In the specialization, learners develop an online course that integrates technology, learning theory, and professional standards to create a robust example of teaching and learning online. Learners also evaluate their own courses and peer review classmates’ courses. Topics within the specialization include instructional strategies useful for both blended and online learning, techniques for facilitating online courses, strategies for assessing online learners, and methods for collaboration and group work in an online environment.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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- MBA
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  Earn your Master of Arts in Business Administration (MBA) from Ashford University to gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth. Improve your professional confidence, project management and critical thinking and leadership abilities. Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing and influencing organizational effectiveness. Enhance your MBA and customize it more closely with your professional and educational goals by pairing it with a concentration. Choose Organizational Leadership to learn theories, history and strategies in contemporary leadership. Explore organizational change, the moral and ethical responsibilities of leadership and how leadership will impact the future. Or choose Human Resource Management to focus on training and development, compensation and benefits, with emphasis on workplace performance and the vision, strategy and values of organizations.
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- MBA/Supply Chain Management
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  Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth with a Master of Business Administration degree (MBA). Enhance your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You can enhance your education and elevate your professional position after a program consisting of only 33 credits. You'll find this program is one of the most accelerated available online. Personalize your MBA degree when you pair it with a concentration in Supply Chain Management. Use previous education or work experience to enhance your MBA and customize it more closely with your professional and educational goals.
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- MBA in Business Economics Specialization
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  Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing and influencing organizational effectiveness with your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Ashford University. Improve your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You may complete a standard program of study or personalize a program which allows you to combine major course credits in Business Administration with 9 semester credits in one of several concentrations.
  
  In a world where even local events have global impact, the study of business economics is crucial for future leaders. With your Business Economics specialization added to your MBA, you will develop the skills you need to formulate business strategies to meet the challenge of the markets.
  The Business Economics specialization reinforces the natural relationship between economics and finance. You will study economic forces that impact business, from employment and inflation to monetary and fiscal policy.
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- MBA in Entrepreneurship Specialization
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  Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth with a Master of Business Administration degree (MBA). Enhance your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You can enhance your education and elevate your professional position after a program consisting of only 33 credits. You'll find this program is one of the most accelerated available online. Personalize your MBA degree when you pair it with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. Use previous education or work experience to enhance your MBA and customize it more closely with your professional and educational goals.
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- MBA in Environmental Management Specialization
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  Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing and influencing organizational effectiveness with your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Ashford University. Improve your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You may complete a standard program of study or personalize a program which allows you to combine major course credits in Business Administration with 9 semester credits in one of several concentrations. With your Environmental Management specialization added to your MBA, you will learn to meet the challenges of energy, economics, and the environment.
  The Environmental Management specialization gives you the strategic planning tools to respond to the next-generation economy. You will study economic forces, business risk, and alternative sources of energy.
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- MBA in Finance Specialization
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  Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing and influencing organizational effectiveness with your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Ashford University. Improve your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You may complete a standard program of study or personalize a program which allows you to combine major course credits in Business Administration with 9 semester credits in one of six concentrations in your field of interest: Organizational Leadership, Human Resources Management, Finance, Global Management, Marketing, or Information Systems. Each option contains the required 33 total credits to earn the degree. Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth, enhance your education and elevate your professional position with an MBA from Ashford University.
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- MBA in Global Management Specialization
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  Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing and influencing organizational effectiveness with your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Ashford University. Improve your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You may complete a standard program of study or personalize a program which allows you to combine major course credits in Business Administration with 9 semester credits in one of six concentrations in your field of interest: Organizational Leadership, Human Resources Management, Finance, Global Management, Marketing, or Information Systems. Each option contains the required 33 total credits to earn the degree. Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth, enhance your education and elevate your professional position with an MBA from Ashford University.
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- MBA in Human Resources Management Specialization
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  Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing organizational effectiveness with your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Ashford University. Elevate your MBA to new heights with a Human Resources Management (HRM) concentration. Combine major course credits with 9 semester credits in HRM for a more specialized degree with added value. Your HRM concentration will cover training and development, compensation and benefits, and strategies in human resource management. Delve into topics like workplace performance, including performance problems, and how the Human Resources function aligns with the vision, strategy and values of organizations. Your focused HRM courses combined with the in-depth academic knowledge and professional competence you'll gain from the major coursework will earn you an enhanced MBA degree.
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- MBA in Information Systems Specialization
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  Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing and influencing organizational effectiveness with your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Ashford University. Improve your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You may complete a standard program of study or personalize a program which allows you to combine major course credits in Business Administration with 9 semester credits in one of six concentrations in your field of interest: Organizational Leadership, Human Resources Management, Finance, Global Management, Marketing, or Information Systems. Each option contains the required 33 total credits to earn the degree. Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth, enhance your education and elevate your professional position with an MBA from Ashford University.
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- MBA in Marketing Specialization
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  Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing and influencing organizational effectiveness with your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Ashford University. Improve your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You may complete a standard program of study or personalize a program which allows you to combine major course credits in Business Administration with 9 semester credits in one of six concentrations in your field of interest: Organizational Leadership, Human Resources Management, Finance, Global Management, Marketing, or Information Systems. Each option contains the required 33 total credits to earn the degree. Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth, enhance your education and elevate your professional position with an MBA from Ashford University.
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- MBA in Media Management
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  Use the media to grow your business. With an MBA in Media Management from the Forbes School of Business at Ashford University, you will develop a strategic plan for management of a media department. Combine major course credits in Business Administration with nine credits in Media Management for a more specialized degree with added value. Through three specific courses in the Media Management specialization focusing on innovation, media markets and systems, and strategies and applications, you will strengthen your qualifications to manage a media team. Your focused graduate courses combined with the in-depth professional competence you’ll gain from the major online coursework will earn you an enhanced MBA degree.
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- MBA in Organizational Leadership Specialization
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  Expand your academic knowledge and develop professional competence in managing organizational effectiveness with your Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Ashford University. Take your MBA to the next level when you add a concentration in Organizational Leadership (OL). Combine major course credits in Business Administration with 9 semester credits in Organizational Leadership for a more specialized degree with added value. Your OL concentration will focus on theories, history and strategies in contemporary leadership. Your courses cover areas including organizational change, the moral and ethical responsibilities of leadership, and how leadership will impact the future. Your focused OL courses combined with the in-depth academic knowledge and professional competence you'll gain from the major coursework will earn you an enhanced MBA degree.
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- MBA in Project Management Specialization
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  Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth with a Master of Business Administration degree (MBA). Enhance your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You can enhance your education and elevate your professional position after a program consisting of only 33 credits. You'll find this program is one of the most accelerated available online. Personalize your MBA degree when you pair it with a concentration in Project Management. Use previous education or work experience to enhance your MBA and customize it more closely with your professional and educational goals.
  Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
  For more information about on-time completion rates, the median loan debt of students who completed each program, and other important information, please visit: http://ashforddisclosures.com/
- MBA in Public Administration
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  Gain the edge necessary to accelerate your career growth with a Master of Business Administration degree (MBA). Enhance your professional confidence, project management, and critical thinking and leadership abilities. You can enhance your education and elevate your professional position after a program consisting of only 33 credits. You'll find this program is one of the most accelerated available online. Personalize your MBA degree when you pair it with a concentration in Public Administration. Use previous education or work experience to enhance your MBA and customize it more closely with your professional and educational goals.
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- MS in Criminal Justice
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  Give back to your community when you earn your Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree online from Ashford University. This graduate degree program develops your skills in forensics and cybercrime. In this program, you will evaluate issues of personnel management in the criminal justice system. Evaluate research on public policy and its effects on society. Learn to apply forensic theory and methods for investigating crime scenes to real world situations. Analyze how the functions of police, prosecutors, courts, and corrections are interrelated.
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- MS in Criminal Justice - Cybercrime and Technology Specialization
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  Give back to your community when you earn your Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree online from Ashford University. This graduate degree program develops your skills in forensics and cybercrime. In this program, you will evaluate issues of personnel management in the criminal justice system. Evaluate research on public policy and its effects on society. Learn to apply forensic theory and methods for investigating crime scenes to real world situations. Analyze how the functions of police, prosecutors, courts, and corrections are interrelated.
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- MS in Criminal Justice - Forensic Science Specialization
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  Give back to your community when you earn your Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree online from Ashford University. This graduate degree program develops your skills in forensics and cybercrime. In this program, you will evaluate issues of personnel management in the criminal justice system. Evaluate research on public policy and its effects on society. Learn to apply forensic theory and methods for investigating crime scenes to real world situations. Analyze how the functions of police, prosecutors, courts, and corrections are interrelated.
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- MS in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security Specialization
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  Give back to your community when you earn your Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree online from Ashford University. This graduate degree program develops your skills in forensics and cybercrime. In this program, you will evaluate issues of personnel management in the criminal justice system. Evaluate research on public policy and its effects on society. Learn to apply forensic theory and methods for investigating crime scenes to real world situations. Analyze how the functions of police, prosecutors, courts, and corrections are interrelated.
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- MS in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement and Corrections Administration Specialization
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  Give back to your community when you earn your Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree online from Ashford University. This graduate degree program develops your skills in forensics and cybercrime. In this program, you will evaluate issues of personnel management in the criminal justice system. Evaluate research on public policy and its effects on society. Learn to apply forensic theory and methods for investigating crime scenes to real world situations. Analyze how the functions of police, prosecutors, courts, and corrections are interrelated.
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- Master of Arts in Special Education
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  Open education to all students with your Master of Arts in Special Education from Ashford University. This online graduate degree is designed for professionals interested in working with children with disabilities.
  Increasingly, there is a demand for educators with highly specialized skills. In this program, you will provide meaningful learning experiences based on the ways that exceptional students develop. Learn to design and implement curricula for exceptional students. Collaborate with families, fellow educators, and communities to address the needs of exceptional students. Create an environment that cultivates learning for all. Earn your Master of Arts in Special Education.
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- Masters of Arts in Education - Early Childhood Education specialization
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  Launch your career as an expert in child development by earning your Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in Early Childhood Education. This program could be your pathway to a meaningful career. In this specialization, you will strengthen your skills as an educator for young people. The Early Childhood Education specialization covers language acquisition, classroom management, and the impact of families and communities on schools. You will learn to design primary-school curricula, deliver differentiated instruction to children, and collaborate with parents and communities. If you are committed to an education career, this program from Ashford University is for you. Make an impact on our nation's schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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- Masters of Arts in Education - Higher Education specialization
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  If you aspire to teach in a college or university, choose the Higher Education specialization as part of your Master of Arts in Education degree program. This program could be your pathway to a meaningful career. In this specialization, you will understand the relationships between planning and adult learning at the course, program, and institutional levels. The Higher Education specialization explores factors that affect adult learning, and the organizational cultures that promote or inhibit learning. You will examine curriculum, assessment, and student development in the post-secondary environment. If you are committed to an education career, this program from Ashford University is for you. Make an impact on our nation's schools with the expertise that derives from an advanced degree.
  An online degree from Ashford University does not lead to immediate teacher licensure, or certification, in any state. If you want to become a classroom teacher, contact your state’s education authorities prior to enrolling at Ashford to determine what state-specific requirements you must complete before obtaining your teacher’s license.
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