In business, real-world knowledge matters—and the faculty in American Public University’s (APU) master’s in business administration offer exceptional insight. They bring their experience from Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and contractors, and U.S. and corporate intelligence to provide career-relevant perspectives.
APU’s comprehensive MBA degree prepares you for the global business community by sharpening your competencies in marketing, management, leadership, finance, legal and ethical issues, business analytics, and human resources. Our Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)-accredited program hones your ability to apply research and data to drive business strategy.
Our online business degree encourages collaboration and hands-on exercises such as developing a business plan, monitoring a stock portfolio, and using Excel and Access to apply business and finance concepts.
NanoCert® programs are microcredentials, delivered online, focused on upskilling to meet career or professional development goals. Academic credits earned while obtaining a NanoCert may be applied to a certificate, associate, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree. NanoCerts are designed to help you level-up or shift your career focus quickly.
In this NanoCert, explore key concepts vital to organizational effectiveness including management, development, and crisis management.
The courses in this NanoCert are designed to bring you closer to completion of the following degree: Full: MA Management (General Concentration). Partial: MA Management (Concentrations in: Human Resource Management, Organization Crisis Management, Organization Leadership, Strategic Consulting).
Prepare for evolving trends in digital learning by earning your Master of Education in Online Teaching at American Public University (APU).
APU's master's in teaching online program is designed for those who teach, facilitate, or lead in K-12 virtual/online or hybrid schools and who already hold K-12 teaching licensure.
Courses in APU’s MEd in Online Teaching focus on meeting the needs of diverse learners, including those with special needs, with particular attention on personalized learning and legal and ethical issues in online learning—a feature few programs like it offer, making the program truly distinct. This online program analyzes learning strategies that impact student success. For example, the classroom management course examines management techniques specifically for online classrooms. Technology-based assignments, case studies, and problem-based learning are integrated into this master’s of teaching degree online program.
Employees are the human capital of an organization and vital drivers of its success. With a Master of Arts in Human Resource Management from American Public University (APU), you will explore advanced concepts related to human resource management and its strategic importance to an organization.
This online master’s in human resources thoroughly reviews the laws, rules, regulations, and issues impacting the global workforce and human resource management. You will engage in research and strategy development to examine employee recruitment, motivation, development, and retention. Compensation packages, benefits, and incentives are also probed.
APU’s master’s in HR is aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) core curriculum, providing one element of eligibility criteria for taking the SHRM Certified Professional exam. You will also develop an end-of-program portfolio to demonstrate mastery of the subject matter.
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The Organization, Information, and Learning Sciences (OILS) program offers a unique perspective on learning sciences by concentrating on the convergence of organizational development, and instructional design and technology. The program focuses on learning at the individual, group, and organizational levels, The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organization, Information and Learning Sciences is a research degree. It is designed to develop the candidate's competencies to design, conduct, and report original theoretical and applied research in the selected area of study. The Program of Studies and the dissertation reflect an emphasis on theoretical concepts, inquiry skills, and original research. Doctoral study is intended to be a stimulating and demanding intellectual experience. Graduates are expected to become leaders in the education and training fields through the application of research, knowledge, and critical thinking skills.
The Organization, Information and Learning Sciences (OILS) program offers a unique perspective on learning sciences by concentrating on the convergence of organizational development, and instructional design and technology. The program focuses on learning at the individual, group, and organizational levels. Students can earn a B.S. in Intructional Technology and Training with the 2+2 Transfer Program. The program takes two years of college credit from an accredited institution and two years of coursework in OILS to earn a B.S.. The OILS B.S. Program offers students the flexibility of learning with an accelerated program and online courses.
•Improve your salary and benefits •Enhance your opportunities for advancement
•Expand your employment opportunities reaching from local to international
•Broaden your consulting prospects
•Improve your self-concept due to the above factors
The Organization, Information, and Learning Sciences (OILS) program offes a unique perspectivce on learning sciences by concentrating on the convergence of organizational development, and instructional design and technology. The program focuses on learning at the individual, group, and organizational levels. The OILS program offers a Master of Arts (MA) dergee that gives students the opportunity to combine aspects of adult learning, organizational learning and development, learning sciences and instructional technologies including multimedia design and online learning. Choose from five different concentrations to achieve your career goals.
MA Concentrations:
Ashland University's MBA program is designed to provide flexibility in terms of curriculum, learning style, and pace through the program. The curriculum is structured into a series of 30 credit hours, at minimum. For accelerated program options, the courses are completed over 6 sessions that span just under 12 months. The Ashland MBA Program is also available in a part-time format, and part-time students typically complete the program within two years. More than 12 specialization options are offered, with the ability for students to customize their own specialization. The Ashland University MBA program helps students develop their business acumen, ability to lead people and manage organizations effectively.
Ashland MBA Program Options
MBA: Human Resource Management
MBA students specializing in HR can create strategic human resource plans, initiatives, and activities to meet organizational needs and significantly impact the success of an organization. We’ve researched and designed specialized coursework covering the latest HR best practices and management strategies. Everything learned in the classroom is hands on and about applying theory. Key topic areas include creating and implementing strategic human resources initiatives; evaluating the effectiveness and financial impact of human resource activities; talent recruitment, training, development, management, reward and retention strategies; effective labor relations practices; and creating healthy, safe, and compliant work environments.
Organizational Training and Development Online Degree
This degree will give you the credential to move your career from “doing” to “teaching.” The program offers a great opportunity to study with your peers – adults with substantial work experience. Not only do you learn from the professor and curriculum, but also from the students’ real-world perspectives. And you can learn online from wherever you need to be and when it’s convenient for you.
Organizational Leadership Online Degree
This degree will give you the credential to advance your career in any company or industry, or to move your career in a new direction. The program offers a great opportunity to study with your peers – adults with substantial work experience. Not only do you learn from the professor and curriculum, but also from the students’ real-world perspectives. And you can learn online from wherever you need to be and when it’s convenient for you.
The OILS Professional Development Certificate Program was established to offer an opportunity for working professionals to upgrade their skills and knowledge. This Certificate may lead to a job promotion, additional job qualifications, or new job opportunities. The Certificate Program is a 12 credit hour non-degree, graduate level activity and therefore, does not require admission into the OILS graduate program.
Certificates Offered:
Do you want to know how people learn in order to create accessible learning (and e-learning) systems? Do you want to build effective educational systems using techniques that support student achievement? Schools and organizations need your skillset as an insightful instructional design technologist!
The Idaho State University Instructional Design and Technology program aligns with the principles and standards. Salaries and annual job growth for instructional designers are forecasted to increase for this emerging field by 28% over the next decade. CNN Money lists Instructional Designer in the top 38th best jobs in America. Inside Higher ED calls Instructional Design one of the best jobs in Higher Education!
As a student in the Idaho State University Bachelor of Science in Workplace Training and Leadership, you will have the opportunity to help individuals, teams and organizations be as effective as possible. This fully-online, asynchronous program will allow you to earn your degree at your own pace and develop critical skills and knowledge in organizational leadership, professional education, career/technical education and employee development. Our dedicated faculty are here to support, inspire, and empower you throughout your education and beyond. Join us, and find your future here!
Graduate students in the Idaho State University Instructional Design and Technology Master's Program learn how to design, develop, and implement learning solutions for K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and in government or corporate settings with the goal of supporting and increasing individual success. Candidates take courses emphasizing learning theories, design principles, technology integration, multimedia design and development, as well as delivering instruction in online, in-person, and blended environments.
The Idaho State University Master of Science in Human Resource Development (HRD) program prepares students for leadership-oriented careers in a wide variety of industries including corporations, nonprofit groups, financial institutions, government, healthcare, K-16 education and beyond. You can graduate from our fully-online, 30-credit program at your own pace while gaining valuable expertise in developing, improving, and managing a professional workforce. Our dedicated faculty are here to support, inspire, and empower you throughout your education and beyond.
Curriculum and Instruction: concentration in Instructional Technology
Curriculum and Instruction: concentration in Career and Workforce Education
Curriculum and Instruction: concentration in Measurement and Evaluation
Curriculum and Instruction: concentration in Measurement and Evaluation
Curriculum and Instruction: concentration in Measurement and Evaluation
Organization Development and Change Master's Program
Department of Learning and Performance Systems
Master of Professional Studies in Organization Development and Change
Workforce Education and Development
Webster's M.A. in human resources development focuses on the skills and knowledge needed to work with people in various employment settings. Courses draw upon the theories of the social and behavioral sciences and management to help you understand the human relations issues confronting both individuals and organizations.
Master of Science in Human Resource Management- Human Resource and Organizational Development
Human Resources Training and Development for Law Enforcement Personnel
Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Organizational Development
Educational Leadership and Management with a concentration in HRD
