George Mason University

Master’s Degree Programs

• MEd in Curriculum & Instruction, Concentration in TESOL

  Prepare to teach English anywhere in the world and join an international community of educators. George Mason University’s master’s in TESOL gives students a professional skill set to embark on new journeys in the U.S. and across the globe and teach English using engaging, culturally responsive teaching strategies.
  
  The core curriculum includes 10 courses that equip students with the tools to create productive learning environments that focus on inclusivity. As a result, they’re prepared to accommodate English learners of all cultural, linguistic, and experiential backgrounds.
  
  While this degree track is not a licensure program, Mason’s online master’s in TESOL effectively prepares graduates for the PRAXIS, English to Speakers of Other Languages exam. Many state licensures expect prospective PK-12 language teachers to have this credential, and our program gives students the support and confidence to earn high scores.
  
  In our interconnected and global world, there has never been a stronger need for qualified English language teachers in both public and private sectors. As the only degree program in Virginia accredited by TESOL International Association, Mason realizes the importance of giving graduates the strongest advantage in the job market.
  
  Graduates of Mason’s online master’s in TESOL enter into a global community of educators dedicated to creating culturally relevant and equitable learning environments for English learners across the globe. As a graduate from Mason, you’ll have the unique ability to teach English in the U.S. and internationally.
  

• MPS in Applied Industrial and Organizational Psychology

  Online Master of Professional Studies in Applied Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  
  George Mason’s online Master of Professional Studies in Applied Industrial and Organizational Psychology delivers the research-back add methods and understanding of data and analytics HR professionals need to foster a culture of innovation — where each employee feels empowered and motivated to contribute new ideas, effect change, and do their best work every day.

  You learn how to consistently hire candidates who are the right fit for the company, identify employees’ individual motivations, establish meaningful evaluations and reward systems, and improve training and performance programs.

  You will:
  •    Lead, plan, and execute organizational development initiatives based on research and analysis
  •    Coordinate with subject matter experts to develop tests and assessments measuring job-relevant knowledge, skills, competencies and personal attributes
  •    Design, develop, and conduct learning procedures and programs
  •    Develop strategy and metrics to evaluate the impact of assessment initiatives
  •    Lead medium and large-scale change initiatives that support projects driving process, people, and/or technology transformation

  
  Careers
  Abilities to construct, understand, and apply research and data in human behavior as it applies to the workplace are valuable assets to companies looking to reduce human capital expenses and maximize productivity.

  According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, growth projections for titles with this degree are often well above average.

  •    Training and Development Managers — 10%
  •    Management Analysts — 12%
  •    Human Resource Manager — 9%
  •    Industrial-Organizational Psychologists — 6%

  
  Coursework

  Coursework for Mason’s online Master of Professional Studies in Applied Industrial and Organizational Psychology is offered in a convenient, online, asynchronous environment — so you can learn when and where it’s most convenient to you.

  
  The program consists of 30 credits over 10 courses.
  -        Required Courses
  -        Survey of Industrial Psychology
  -        Survey of Organizational Psychology
  -        Personnel Selection
  -        Psychological Research Methods
  -        Applied Data Analytics
  -        Applied Data Analytics II
  -        Practicum — to be completed twice
   

  •    Electives (choose three)
  -       Applied Leadership and Teamwork
  -       Motivation and Well Being
  -       Organizational Change and Development
  -       Performance Management
  -       Benefits and Compensation
  -       Training

  
  Why choose Mason?
  Students choose Mason’s online Industrial and Organizational Psychology degree because of its:
  •    Renowned faculty of experts and innovators
  •    Flexible online format designed to accommodate busy working students
  •    Competitively priced value for a respected master’s degree program
  •    Financial aid programs and life-time access to Mason’s career services
   

• Master of Arts in Economics

  Join tomorrow’s thought leaders through the Mason style of economics, which blends the branches of public choice, Austrian, and experimental economic theories. Our nationally ranked Master of Arts in Economics program has received international attention for its focus on comparative institutional analysis and its practical approach to the relationships among economic, political, and legal sectors.
  
  As the home to the late Nobel Laureate James Buchanan, George Mason University has a celebrated history of moving economic thought forward. Graduate students in the flexible, online economics program benefit from the guidance of renowned faculty and learn using real-world economic problems.
  
  The program is designed for students to develop a sturdy foundation in effective data, statistical, and economic analysis. As students conduct, read, and critique their peers’ research, they will develop informed and thorough solutions in government, policy institute, business, or nonprofit settings.
  
  At George Mason University, online students have lifetime access to the University’s Career Center. Students in the online MA in Economics can use this resource to find internships during the program and job opportunities after graduation.
  
  Graduates of our MA in Economics have entered successful careers in government, nonprofit, research, and private sector settings. Because George Mason University is located near Washington, D.C., our online graduates have benefited from employment opportunities in an array government, public policy, nonprofit, and business positions.
  

• Master of Business Administration

  Delivering a diverse skill set with a global perspective, Mason’s online MBA gives students the credentials and confidence to assume critical leadership roles in business, government, and public institutions worldwide. Mason’s top-ranked part-time MBA program prepares the next generation of thought-leaders through a rigorous, stimulating business and management curriculum. Courses are available completely online and are designed for busy, professional students.
  
  •  Earn your MBA online in under three years and put what you learn to work immediately in your current role.
  •  Program adheres to the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business Accreditation Standards.
  •  Curriculum consists of a 48-hour core curriculum with a variety of electives to explore the breadth of business and leadership.

  Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
  Graduate one step ahead with a certificate in Business Analytics (BA). Our optional BA graduate certificate can be built into the online MBA program, which emphasizes the collection, study, and delivery of data to make better business decisions and predictions.
  
  Global Residency Option
  Broaden your global business perspective with first-hand international experience. The online MBA’s optional Global Residency gives students the opportunity to spend a week abroad, visiting and studying companies in a foreign country.
  
  Competitive tuition makes our top-rated education even more accessible, along with financial aid programs and lifelong access to Mason’s career services.

• Master of Business Administration: Business Analytics Specialization

  Delivering a diverse skill set with a global perspective, Mason’s online MBA gives students the credentials and confidence to assume critical leadership roles in business, government, and public institutions worldwide. Mason’s top-ranked part-time MBA program prepares the next generation of thought-leaders through a rigorous, stimulatingbusiness and management curriculum. Courses are available completely online and are designed for busy, professional students.
  
  •  Earn your MBA online in under three years and put what you learn to work immediately in your current role.
  •  Program adheres to the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business Accreditation Standards.
  •  Curriculum consists of a 48-hour core curriculum with a variety of electives to explore the breadth of business and leadership.
  
  Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
  Graduate one step ahead with a certificate in Business Analytics (BA). Our optional BA graduate certificate can be built into the online MBA program, which emphasizes the collection, study, and delivery of data to make better business decisions and predictions.
  
  Global Residency Option
  Broaden your global business perspective with first-hand international experience. The online MBA’s optional Global Residency gives students the opportunity to spend a week abroad, visiting and studying companies in a foreign country.
  
   Competitive tuition makes our top-rated education even more accessible, along with financial aid programs and lifelong access to Mason’s career services.

• Master of Education in Special Education, specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis

  George Mason University's online Master's Degree in Special Education, specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis equips students to identify, address, and overcome complex learning challenges to influence the educational potential for people with mild to severe learning disabilities. The program can be completed in 24 months through a flexible, part-time program led by an expert faculty of behavior analysts, teachers, researchers, and innovators.

  A standalone Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate is aso available. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a discipline devoted to understanding all human behavior and making behavioral improvements through the application of empirically validated, scientific methodology to real-world problems and solutions. The Applied Behavior Analysis online graduate certificate is markedly different from the Autism Spectrum Disorders program; its application isn't limited to special education or people who have disabilities – though it often is used for those purposes.
  
  Ideal For:
  •    Business and industry
  •    Treatment of psychiatric disorders
  •    Autism
  •    General and specialty medicine
  •    Family relationships
  •    Intellectual disabilities
  •    Education at all levels
  •    Numerous other areas

   

• Master of Education in Special Education, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder

  George Mason University's online Master's Degree in Special Education, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) equips students to identify, address, and overcome complex learning challenges to influence the educational potential for people with mild to severe learning disabilities. The program can be completed in 24 months through a flexible, part-time program led by an expert faculty of behavior analysts, teachers, researchers, and innovators.

  A standalone Autism Spectrum Disorder certificate is also offered.  This part-time online program prepares professionals and family members to work with children and adults with autism spectrum disorders in school, home and community settings. The emphasis on working with individuals with autism across their lifespans makes this program unique. Most programs have an emphasis on school-age children with autism – but this program has a broader range of application with a focus that expands to adolescence, transition to adulthood, adulthood, and aging.

  Ideal For:
  •    School Administrators
  •    Behavior Analysts
  •    Family Members Affected by Autism
  •    Interventionists
  •    Psychologists
  •    Physical and Occupational Therapists

• Master of Science in Computer Science

  Prepare to develop software solutions for the future in Mason's MS in Computer Science program.
  
  You'll build a strong foundation of the core concepts in computer science and then develop concentrated knowledge in advanced areas in the field.
  
  Coursework dives deep into the real-life skillsets in artificial intelligence, databases, programming languages, software engineering, systems and networks, theoretical computer science, and visual computing so you understand how each facet can contribute to a solution.
  
  Through 10 courses that are 15-weeks each, you build problem-solving skills and graduate with expert-level knowledge in:
  
      Advanced Programming
      Model Construction and Analysis
      Analysis of Algorithms
  
  You'll learn from highly credentialed, award-winning faculty who are eager to mentor you throughout the program and into your next career.
  
  As a graduate, you're ready to address complex issues in society such as data privacy, machine learning, secure online banking and more in roles such as a software engineer, developer, or architect. As a result, graduates of the program are regularly recruited by regional and national employers.

• Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering

  The online MS in Data Analytics Engineering, offered by the esteemed Volgenau School of Engineering, is a multidisciplinary program that takes you deep into data engineering, data architecture, and data analysis.

  In just two years, you learn how to deliver a process and use various analytical methods to transform raw data sets into valuable information that's key to making strategic decisions.

  The program includes a variety of electives that can be matched to your career, and offers unique courses such as Neural Networks and Computer Vision. In your capstone course, you'll create an applied project and deliver a technical report and oral briefing.

  Faculty meet regularly with an industry-expert advisory panel to ensure coursework is career focused.

  You graduate with an innovative mindset — making you a top competitor for the future data architect, scientist, or analyst role you prefer.

  The program's 100% online format allows you to learn from the best when and where it's best for you.

  ONLINE GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OPTION

  Learn how to use technology to create informed strategies and smart systems in four courses over one year. Concepts covered include: data quality, management, and mining, as well as how to handle large volumes of data. You'll also study how to use modeling to make decisions, as well as statistical methods and visualization.

  Credits can be applied later to the online MS in Data Analytics Engineering degree.

• Master of Science in Learning Design and Technology

  Design and implement learning experiences that help people improve their performance with new knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  
  Unlike other degree programs, the core curriculum in George Mason's online MS in Learning Design and Technology includes advanced and managerial competencies of the International Board of Standards for Training, Performance, and Instruction (IBSTPI), so you graduate ready for the challenges of senior-level roles.
  
  Throughout the program, you'll learn the hard and soft skills that are key to developing successful programs. This includes discovering the most effective ways to collaborate with business leaders and subject matter experts. You'll also understand how to use frameworks to evaluate learning technologies, programs, and trends. These steps will allow you to design and implement new learning solutions and manage projects through their entire life cycle
  
  By graduation, you'll be prepared to create materials for formal training settings, performance support, and more.
  
  You'll study online at the times and in the locations that are best for you, allowing you to keep working and implement what you learn.
  
  You can graduate in as few as 2.5 years and confidently step into new roles, such as learning or instructional designer, e-learning developer, and UX designer.
  

• Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner

  Build interprofessional experience across health care disciplines with George Mason University's Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner program.

  Join a program ranked in the Top 50 nursing master's degrees in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and learn to provide compassionate, evidence-based primary care. 

  You'll work with experienced, actively practicing faculty to explore a cutting-edge, community-focused curriculum and develop a discerning eye for medical science research. 

  FAST FACTS

  • 100% online 
  • 49 credits 
  • As few as 2 years to complete 
  • $43,365 estimated tuition 

   

  PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

  • Collaboration Across Disciplines. Learn to work with social workers, nutritionists, psychologists, health informaticists, and more, to provide truly holistic care that supports your patients. 
  • R1 University, High-Quality Education. Benefit from Mason's 40+ years of educating nurses and status as Virginia's largest research university. The MSN-FNP is accredited by the CCNE and approved by Virginia's state boards of nursing and medicine. 
  • Proven Certification Success. Prepare to sit for exams from the ANCC and the AANP. Mason graduates pass nursing certification exams at a rate above the national average. 

  CAREER OUTLOOK

  Work closely with your patients to prevent disease, promote good health, and treat illness. Enter a field with a median annual salary of $110,930, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

• Master of Social Work - Specialization in Adults and Healthy Aging

  Adult and Healthy Aging Specialization
  
  George Mason University's online CSWE accredited Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program prepares you to take the next step toward a career in direct client service. With an MSW curriculum that emphasizes social justice, empowerment, and systems transformation, you can be confident you're learning what it takes to serve the needs of any population in a variety of social work settings.
  
  The Adult and Healthy Aging (AHA) specialization prepares students to address the unique psychosocial, health, and mental health issues of adults across the lifespan. AHA's specialized training provides the skills and knowledge for effective practice with adults, older adults, and their families at the micro, macro, and mezzo levels. Students are prepared to work in a variety of settings such as hospitals and other health care settings, mental health settings, substance abuse treatment facilities, long-term care facilities, and hospice agencies.

• Master of Social Work - Specialization in Children, Youth and Families

  Children, Youth, and Families Specialization
  
  George Mason University's online CSWE accredited Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program prepares you to take the next step toward a career in direct client service. With an MSW curriculum that emphasizes social justice, empowerment, and systems transformation, you can be confident you're learning what it takes to serve the needs of any population in a variety of social work settings.
  
  The Children, Youth, & Families (CYF) specialization prepares students to work with children, adolescents, and families as they navigate through the family life cycle. CYF's specialized training will provide the skills and knowledge for effective practice with children, youth, and families at the micro, macro, and mezzo levels. Students are prepared to work in a variety of settings such as schools, family service agencies, foster care, child welfare, and juvenile justice.