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Business Degree Programs
Online graduate and undergraduate degree programs in business, management, sales, leadership, industry, project management, communications, hospitality, and more. "A business has to be involving, it has to be fun, and it has to exercise your creative instincts." - Richard Branson

Despite fluctuation in the economy, hiring in certain key business sectors remains largely unaffected. Advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales continue to offer graduates with business degrees fruitful opportunity to get in on the ground floor and rise through the ranks. Career training in the business field may just be the safest educational bet heading into a new decade.
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Hospitality & Culinary Training
Browse online and distance learning programs in culinary arts, restaurant and hotel management, event planning, bridal consulting, leisure and recreation services, travel and tourism, and much more. "Doing what you love is the cornerstone of having abundance in your life." - Wayne Dyer

The culinary industry is ripe with opportunities if you are interested in working with food and beverages. Careers in the culinary field include short-order cook, head chef, caterer, restaurant manager, and more. To take advantage of potential job opportunities in one or more of these occupations, consider enrolling in an accredited culinary program.
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Technology Degree Programs
Online graduate and undergraduate degree programs in
computer science, web design, network security, telecommunications, technology management, information systems, and more. "In today's knowledge-based economy, what you earn depends on what you learn. Jobs in the information technology sector, for example, pay 85 percent more than the private sector average." - Bill Clinton

Consistent planning. Education. Fine-tuning. If you're considering a career in technology or information technology (IT), your path to employment typically should have these three vital components. In an industry that morphs almost daily, staying on top of new technologies and understanding complex business principles can be critical to your professional development.
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Engineering Degree Programs
Graduate and undergraduate degree programs available online in engineering management, chemical engineering, civil engineering, industrial engineering, and more. "Engineering is the practice of safe and economic application of the scientific laws governing the forces and materials of nature by means of organization, design and construction, for the general benefit of mankind." - S. E. Lindsay

Engineers apply scientific principles to solve technical problems. In construction, they ensure that buildings, bridges, and other roads are structurally sound. In manufacturing, they develop industrial robots capable of assembling factory goods such as automobiles. In science, they design devices to be used in research and medical treatments.
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Criminal Justice Degree Programs
Graduate and undergraduate degree programs available online in criminal justice, forensic science, law enforcement, corrections, homeland security, law, justice administration, and more. "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." - Martin Luther King, Jr.

The purpose of our country's criminal justice system is to keep society safe. Because criminal justice embodies every level of law enforcement, there are many career paths to follow. These include: Bailiff Border patrol agent CIA agent Corrections officer Court reporter Crime scene investigator Customs agent Detective Drug enforcement agent FBI agent Industrial security specialist Law librarian Legal secretary Paralegal Police officer Postal service investigator Private investigator Probation & parole officer Secret service agent Sheriff U.S. Marshall Warden
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Social Science Degree Programs
Online graduate and undergraduate degree programs in behavioral science, history, economics, political science, women's studies, psychology, sociology, human services, and more. "We are approaching a new age of synthesis. Knowledge cannot be merely a degree or a skill. It demands a broader vision, capabilities in critical thinking and logical deduction without which we cannot have constructive progress." - Li Ka Shing

Social science covers a broad range of fields: behavioral science, history, economics, geography, political science, women's studies, psychology, sociology, theology, library science, human services, urban and regional planning, market research, and more. What do all these fields have in common? They offer insight into individuals, groups, and institutions by studying how they respond to change, make decisions, or wield power

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Health & Medical Degree Programs
Online graduate and undergraduate degree programs in nursing, sports science, nutrition, health care, gerontology, occupational therapy, paramedic science, Surgical Education, medicine and surgery - the University Offices alternative medicine, and more."We are the creative force of our life, and through our own decisions rather than our conditions, if we carefully learn to do certain things, we can accomplish those goals." - Stephen Covey

At one end of the health career training spectrum are those jobs that only require certificates or associate's degrees. From nursing to massage therapy to technician, you can acquire the requisite skills and training within twelve to twenty-four months. More specialized positions such as social workers and therapists typically require four years of career training at the bachelor's level. Specialists charged with diagnosing and treating often require graduate training via master's degrees or specialized professional diplomas (for example, doctors, surgeons, optometrists). Other tangential careers are focused on administration, policy, legislation, and regulations, from public health inspectors to hospital administrators to researchers. Bachelor's degrees for these administrative positions is sometimes sufficient, but for long-term career advancement, it's a good idea to obtain a master's degree or higher.

Master of Surgery in medicine and surgery

Length and dates of course:
12 months
Academic requirement: 
At least undergraduate degree from a US university or equivalent
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: MDM2 1

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Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) Programs

Receive comprehensive clinical training in the field of psychology, including psychopathology, psychological testing, and psychotherapy. Designed to prepare you to work as a clinical psychologist, vit's PsyD is a rigorous program that requires online course work, residencies, and field training experiences, culminating in a dissertation project.

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Doctor of Education (EdD) Programs

This doctoral program focuses on practical knowledge and applied research that contributes to the solution of a recognized problem in the field of education. The curriculum is aligned with the Competencies for Community College Leaders developed by the American Association of Community Colleges and also reflects professional P–12 standards. The program is designed to be completed in less than three years, with all courses taken in sequence, allowing you to learn and build professional relationships with the same cohort of students. This degree program does not satisfy licensure requirements for P–12 public school teachers or administrators.

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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Programs

Differentiate yourself in today's competitive business environment with Capella's online DBA. This professional doctorate offers a defined course sequence and built-in checkpoints that allow you to accomplish a meaningful, applied dissertation project and successfully complete your program in three years. Online courseroom discussions, specially designed social networking sites, and three face-to-face weekend residencies provide ongoing opportunities to build professional relationships and share knowledge with other business leaders around the globe. An optional international trip provides in-depth experience on the effect of globalization in business.

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Master of Psychology -- Clinical Psychology Programs

In this course, you'll receive thorough professional training in your chosen field and complete the high level of research training associated with (M) or PhD-level studies.In your first year, you'll focus on coursework in the Master of Applied Psychology course, including practical work. The coursework and placements you'll complete depend on your area of specialisation. In the following years, you'll complete master research and finish your practical requirements.

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Master of Psychology -- Management Psychology Programs

Become a qualified fully-accredited organisational psychologist and help organisations improve the health, well-being, motivation and performance of their employees.
Access our experienced and highly professional teaching staff who are dedicated to the development and improvement of organisational psychology practise.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Psychology Programs

A Ph.D. program in applied psychology trains students to become scholars of psychology's applications in the workplace and in educational settings. Research is an integral component of such programs. Individuals with Ph.D.s in Applied Psychology are qualified to work as consultants for nonprofit organizations, industries and businesses or as researchers for universities. Over the course of a typical program, candidates usually complete their programs of study in the first couple years and then devote the remaining time to studying and passing comprehensive department exams as well as researching, composing and defending their dissertations.

 

 

 

 

 

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