National American University

The accounting online associate degree provides specialized education for various entry-level accounting positions. Graduates may find employment as accounting technicians, payroll clerks, bookkeepers or clerical assistants in business, government, or nonprofit organizations. With experience, students may qualify for more advanced positions, such as payroll supervisor or tax specialist.

The associates degree in Criminal Justice at NAU helps students learn how to analytically evaluate, synthesize information, and use critical thinking skills to develop appropriate solutions for important criminal justice issues. The program is designed to help graduates understand the coercive nature of criminal justice decision making and the need to use logic, ethics, and critical thinking skills in order to use your authority appropriately. This program will prepare you for an entry-level position in various criminal justice agencies such as: police officers, court clerks, court bailiffs, correctional officers, probation officers, parole officers, and other federal law enforcement position.

NAU's Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology (HIT) is an excellent career choice if you see yourself working in the in-demand health care field, but not necessarily directly with patients. As a graduate of this program, it will be your job to assemble patients' health information, making sure that patients' initial medical charts are complete, that all forms are completed and properly identified and authenticated, and that all necessary information is input into the computer. Ultimately, the goal is to help consumers gather all of their health information in one place so they can thoroughly understand it and share it securely with their health care providers so they get the care that best fits their individual needs. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the examination offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Management is designed to meet the needs of individuals who have acquired occupationally-related training at community colleges, technical institutes, military service schools, or industry-related schools in business, health, or a technical field. Credit may be granted for work in these areas toward your online associate degree.

The medical staff services management (MSSM) degree is designed to prepare graduates to work in a hospital or health care facility as a credentialing expert. A certified MSSM is qualified to become an integral part of health care administration that would be responsible for: managing compliance, adherence to government regulations, credentialing of staff, operations management (staffing, budgets, database administration, etc.), continuing education, and upholding organizational policies, procedures and regulations. The coursework for the MSSM program helps prepare you for the Certified Professional in Medical Services Management or the Certified Professional Credentialing Specialist examinations which are recognized as the standard in the medical services profession and are a symbol of excellence within the industry. Earning these credentials signifies that you have demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to perform competently in today's complex medical credentialing environment.

The online Associate degree in Professional Legal Studies program at National American University prepares you for an entry-level position in a business environment where knowledge of the law is beneficial and will help you develop critical thinking skills, and clear, effective, and logical communication skills for today’s business world. The program focuses on legal principles applicable to business, with elective courses in entrepreneurship, management, human resources management, and supply chain management.

Accounting is a core program for any educational institution that is serious about business, and it's no different at National American University. The Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree program is an excellent program that provides students with the preparation needed to sit for the certified managerial accounting (CMA) exam as well as the certified public accountant (CPA) exam in those states not requiring the fifth year of education. Students planning to take the exam in these states will take the CPA review courses as part of their undergraduate degree. For graduates with a bachelor's degree in accounting, many career opportunities exist as private accountants for corporations, partnerships, sole proprietorships, government agencies or non-profit organizations.

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice at NAU helps students learn how to analytically evaluate, synthesize information, and use critical thinking skills to develop appropriate solutions for important criminal justice issues. The program is designed to help graduates understand the coercive nature of criminal justice decision making and the need to use logic, ethics, and critical thinking skills in order to use your authority appropriately.

This degree program prepares graduates for careers as police officers, court clerks, court bailiffs, correctional officers, probation officers, parole officers, and other federal law enforcements such as border patrol. Policing and institutional corrections employment will also require the completion of a training academy. If advancing in the criminal justice field is your goal, this program will help you achieve it.

The human resources management online bachelor’s degree prepares students for a career in the human resource management of business organizations. Students explore the broad human resource activities required to attract, maintain and develop an effective workforce, including strategic planning, recruitment and selection, training and development, employee performance and compensation appraisals, and benefits administration.

Due to the rapidly evolving nature of this field, students will review recent laws, court decisions, new technologies, and social forces in the field. Students are encouraged to develop a strategic mind-set of human resource management policies and practices, and are empowered to become effective decision makers in this specialized field of business management.

The Cybersecurity and Forensics Emphasis IT online bachelor’s degree prepares students to ensure the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of a system. Digital forensics courses provide students with a comprehensive understanding of digital forensics investigation tools and techniques, and the collection, preservation, and analysis of digital evidence. Graduates will have an in-depth understanding of threats, risks, and attacks, and the technologies, policies and procedures to mitigate information system threats.

The purpose for the Bachelor of Science in Applied Management program is to give students a deeper understanding of the key functional areas of management. Courses focus on managing the complex interactions between different management topics when defining and solving real-world business problems. In addition to the development of analytical tools, emphasis is placed on communications, teamwork, ethics, and the skills for managing diversity. Our Applied Management degree is an excellent degree for students who want to develop management skills to combine with their specialty to become the future managers in all industries.

The Applied Management program is a degree completion program designed for transfer of credit for students with vocational or technical degrees or training who wish to expand into supervisory or management positions. See Requirements below.

National American University’s ABA-approved online Paralegal Studies Bachelor’s degree program prepares you to perform a variety of tasks under the supervision of an attorney in a law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency. Graduates of the program may also be employed in other careers that require excellent analytical and communication skills.

The strategic security and protection management degree program introduces the student to the concepts of protection management.  While earning a security management degree, the student will understand protection management encompasses many areas, including threat assessment, workplace violence, cyber security, corporate security, intelligence gathering and intelligence analysis. The bachelors in protection management degree students will learn aspects of intelligence, terrorism and protection, as well as the basics of security operations and report writing throughout their security management courses. Students will also have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of electives and security management degree courses, including threat assessment courses, corporate security courses, or physical security courses, to name a few.

The Master of Business Administration degree from National American University’s Harold D. Buckingham Graduate School enables you to advance your knowledge and skills in the field of business.  Specialty electives include Accounting; Advanced Incident and Consequence Management; Advanced Security Management, E-Marketing; Health Care Administration; Human Resource Management; Information Technology Management; Management; Operations and Configuration Management; Project and Process Management; and Strategic Security Management.

The online Management Master’s Degree (MM) allows you to expand your knowledge and skills base in the area of management. The program will help you develop a well-rounded portfolio of management knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with a holistic view of an organization.

Program specialty areas include Advance Incident and Consequence Management; Advanced Security Management; Criminal Justice Management; E-Marketing; Healthcare Administration; Higher Education Administration; Higher Education Teaching and Learning; HR Management; IT Management; Operations and Configuration Management; Project and Process Management, and Strategic Security Management.

The Master of Science Degree in Strategic Security and Protection Management is earned by satisfactory completion of an online program equivalent to a 1.5 years of full-time post-graduate study. This program emphasizes professionalism, proactive strategies, and the benefits of lifetime learning, safety and preparedness. It unites proven successful management practices with proven methods for meeting a wide variety of security and protective services to individuals and businesses.

The online Doctor of Education (EdD) degree from National American University’s Harold D. Buckingham Graduate School equips you with the confidence and problem-solving skills you need to successfully lead your organization through today’s complex challenges. Specialties include Community College Leadership and Educational Leadership.

This 100% online EdD program will provide you with the advanced knowledge, skills, and insights you need to address emerging issues in multiple educational environments including colleges, universities, business, industry, and governmental agencies. You’ll learn how to make a positive impact from experts in the field including instructors and guest speakers who are current academics, former college presidents, and high-level business leaders at the local, state, and national level. This unique program includes dynamic teamwork and breakout sessions to provide a highly collaborative and interactive learning environment while also providing you the opportunity to engage with national leaders and experts who share their practical and relevant real-world experiences and solutions.

As a graduate, you’ll be ready to:

    Apply best practices in management and leadership to institutional and organizational development and transformation
    Analyze, synthesize, interpret, and communicate data for problem-solving and decision making
    Develop strategic and master plans, including partnerships and alliances that align with mission and goals
    Demonstrate the ability to plan, execute, evaluate, and improve programs and operations through transformational initiatives
    Apply decision-making models in collaboration with key stakeholders to address ethical issues and related policy creation, program development, and operational practices
    Analyze and evaluate the dynamics of a governing board and its relationship with the president/CEO in implementing and sustaining an effective governance structure
    Demonstrate the professional oral, behavioral, written, and listening communication skills required of executive-level leaders operating in different religious, political, and legal systems
    Communicate and advocate effectively with media and local, state, and federal policymakers

The Language Certificate in Arabic is designed to provide knowledge of oral and written communication skills in the language to broaden students’ understanding of the culture and study of regions in which the language is spoken. Students will have access to language resources (including vocabulary and scenarios) relevant to corporate and strategic security professions, providing them with extra vocabulary and practice in using the language in current or future career fields.

The accounting, bookkeeping, and auditing online certificate program prepares students for an entry-level position in the accounting field. Students learn how to produce financial records for organizations, record transactions, update financial statements, and check records for accuracy.

The computer support specialist online certificate program prepares students to enter the exciting and challenging field of information technology as computer support specialists providing technical support, assistance, and advice to individuals and organizations that depend on information technology.

The human resource management online certificate program prepares students for entry-level HR positions. Students will develop competencies in key areas including compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, employment law, training and development, and strategic HR management.

The marketing online certificate program provides students with a broad-based understanding of key concepts in marketing including digital marketing, market research, consumer behavior and managing an organization’s overall marketing efforts.

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The web development online certificate program provides information technology students and professionals with website design and development skills. Students will study the issues and challenges of creating and maintaining websites, interface usability, and learn how to maximize the effect websites have on public and private companies, government and municipal agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

The healthcare coding online diploma program gives students a comprehensive understanding of coding principles and standards for an in-demand entry-level position in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including hospitals, physician practices, long-term care, home healthcare, insurance, managed care, and governmental agencies.

Students are eligible to sit for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) upon completion of the program.

This Entry Level Certificate is designed to give the professional in the Counterterrorism field or the student who is considering getting in the field, more comprehensive knowledge of key definitional and conceptual issues to describe terrorists (including the sociological and psychological characteristics of both leaders and members) and identify their methods, including organizational structures, target selection criteria, operational tradecraft, weaponry, etc.. This program examines the strategies, tactics, and techniques used to combat terrorism and will teach students to distinguish conceptually between defensive “anti-terrorism” approaches and offensive “counterterrorism” approaches. They will learn to recognize and describe the securing of financing and weaponry, the criteria used for target selection (symbolic or representative nature, functional importance, and vulnerability), the preliminary surveillance of targets, the role played by the group’s active and passive supporters (front groups, etc.), the exploitation of the media and post-facto claiming of responsibility, the avoidance of security force dragnets, and how terrorists  react to and  prosper from the action’s fallout. And most importantly, students are given ample hands-on opportunity to learn, develop, and hone practical report-writing skills used throughout the intelligence community.

This Entry Level Certificate is designed to give the professional in the intelligence analysis field or the student who is considering getting in the field, a more comprehensive understanding of how to employ sound critical thinking when examining and assessing the validity of various arguments and the value of diverse sources of information. Students will learn various techniques for analyzing raw intelligence, evaluating source credibility, distinguishing “signal” from “noise,” and testing hypotheses. Finally, students will learn to apply principles of sound research and evaluation to a wide spectrum of source materials, to identify and describe their strengths and weaknesses, and to interpret the material obtained from them properly, while keeping potentially large amounts of information organized and accessible.

The Language Certificate in French is designed to provide knowledge of oral and written communication skills in the language to broaden students’ understanding of the culture and study of regions in which the language is spoken. Students will have access to language resources (including vocabulary and scenarios) relevant to corporate and strategic security professions, providing them with extra vocabulary and practice in using the language in current or future career fields.

The e-marketing online graduate certificate program prepares students to develop, implement, and monitor digital marketing technologies. Students will also be able to evaluate real-world marketing scenarios and propose solutions based on a critical analysis of the marketing information that is available.

The human resource management online graduate certificate program prepares students to develop and manage effective human resources strategies, manage cross functional activities, and enable organizations to realize the full potential and capabilities of its human capital.

The Language Certificate in Mandarin Chinese is designed to provide knowledge of oral and written communication skills in the language to broaden students’ understanding of the culture and study of regions in which the language is spoken. Students will have access to language resources (including vocabulary and scenarios) relevant to corporate and strategic security professions, providing them with extra vocabulary and practice in using the language in current or future career fields.

This mid-level certificate is designed  for the professional who already has some experience in the counterterrorism field or the student who has taken the entry level certificate to further understand the strategies and tactics terrorist groups employ to achieve their aims as well as the role of the international community in defining terrorism, controlling the supply of money and weapons and developing and implementing an active international counterterrorism policy. Students will learn about the diversity of identities and motivations credited with sponsoring or conducting terrorism. Students will discuss current issues surrounding reliability of CT information and dissemination thresholds, and analytical implications of alleged detainee abuse and disinformation campaigns by insurgents. And finally, students in this program will acquire the tools necessary to identify and evaluate the variety of structures of terrorist organizations, from strict hierarchy to diffuse networks, as well as the implications of structure and internal dynamics on terrorist actions and capabilities.

This mid-level certificate is designed  for the professional who already has some experience in the intelligence analysis field or the student who has taken the entry level certificate to further learn about the intelligence cycle, how intelligence is prepared, and how it is used to inform decision and policy makers. This program will cover matters of intelligence ethics, privacy issues, and changes in the intelligence community in the post-9/11 environment. In this program the student will take the role of terrorist and pick a target for a future terrorist attack and then collect intelligence about that target. And finally, this course will distinguish counter-terrorism (CT) from anti-terrorism (AT)/Force Protection (FP) intelligence, strategic CT intelligence from tactical CT intelligence, and introduce analytical constructs for the field operator and reporter.

The Language Certificate in Russian is designed to provide knowledge of oral and written communication skills in the language to broaden students’ understanding of the culture and study of regions in which the language is spoken. Students will have access to language resources (including vocabulary and scenarios) relevant to corporate and strategic security professions, providing them with extra vocabulary and practice in using the language in current or future career fields.