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The online BA in Liberal Studies degree program from Cairn University is designed to prepare students for careers in a variety of fields through studies in science, mathematics, history, literature, philosophy, and social sciences. In addition to liberal arts electives, the curriculum boasts a strong foundation of biblical studies in areas such as:

• The Old Testament
• Romans
• Gospels
• The New Testament
• Christian Theology

Graduates of Cairn University’s online Accounting bachelor’s degree will be well prepared for the CPA exam and for accounting positions in the business world. Cairn’s Christ-focused programming explores the value of integrity in managing an organization’s finances.

Students gain the skills they need to keep accurate records of the flow of money through their organization, ensuring that all legal requirements are being adhered to. Coursework includes studies relevant to today’s business environment. 

Graduates can look forward to potential career paths including:

• Auditor
• Accountant
• CPA
• Chief Financial Officer
• Finance Director
• Actuary

Prepare for the challenges of a changing business environment with an online bachelor's degree in Business Administration. This program from Cairn University is taught from a biblical worldview, teaching students how to lead with integrity. Graduates can carry the knowledge and skills gained from this degree with them into positions in large corporations and small businesses, as well as missions work.

Business principles can be applied to the global marketplace, nonprofit organizations, government, and more to lead to organizational growth and success. Courses are taught by professors with successful global business experience, and Cairn’s business connections provide opportunities for world-class internships.

Career opportunities for graduates include:

• Operations management
• Sales and marketing
• Human resources
• City management
• Public relations
• Communications

An online bachelor’s degree in Finance can open the door to a career in corporate financial management, financial planning, wealth management, banking, investments, and more. With finance being an essential component of any business, graduates will have a wide range of job opportunities.

Cairn University’s Christian focus allows you to grow spiritually as well as academically and professionally. Students take Bible courses alongside classes in finance, business, and accounting. Graduates will have a strong foundation in managing money, banking, financial markets, and investment portfolios.

This degree can lead to job opportunities including:

• Asset and wealth management
• Commercial and investment banking
• Corporate financial management
• Credit and risk management
• Financial planning and analysis

Cairn University’s bachelor’s degree in Marketing gives you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this quickly growing industry. Graduates will be well prepared for jobs in sales, project management, social media, fundraising, advertising, promotion, customer service, and more.

Students with a creative mind and strong people skills can find their place in the business world with an online degree in Marketing. The curriculum at Cairn emphasizes spiritual growth alongside academic and professional growth. The school’s business connections allow students to participate in world-class internships during their studies and be mentored by professors with successful local and global business experience.

Courses focus on subjects such as:

• Communication
• Event planning
• Data analytics
• Graphic design
• Public relations

Whether you have your eyes set on the big leagues or local parks and rec, the online Sports Management degree from Cairn University can help you reach your career goals. Cairn’s program is unique in that it includes studies of anatomy and kinesiology to teach students the capabilities and limitations of the human body. Students will have a firm understanding of the business aspect of sports and recreation.

Courses explore a range of diverse topics including talent representation, event planning and management, public relations, and more. Issues such as legal and ethical aspects of sports are examined from a Christian worldview. Graduates will have the training necessary to run business operations at large sports corporations, be an athletics director, own and operate a fitness center, run a sporting goods store, or any number of other careers in sports requiring a business degree.

Cairn University tailors an MBA online to meet your professional needs. You can customize your studies, enrolling in topics ranging from organizational development and non-profit management to human resources, innovation and leadership. Courses include faith-based studies in theology and electives, and is rounded out by completion of a capstone project.

Set your own pace, taking one or two classes at a time. You may also be eligible to receive credits for prior course or work experience. The average time for program completion is just under two years.

Cairn University offers a Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership. This online master’s degree in nonprofit management equips you with the sound business practices needed to make a difference in your organization.

Courses cover financial management, fundraising, decision making, and organizational effectiveness. The program culminates in a leadership practicum, providing a meaningful capstone to your efforts. Graduates are equipped to empower staff and volunteers to fulfill their organizations' missions.

Get ready for a bachelor’s degree with this online criminal justice associate's degree that is designed to integrate seamlessly into one of these programs. The program also prepares students for a variety of law-related support positions. Learn about law enforcement, the legal system, and the penal/correctional system and how they relate to diversity, ethics, and biblical anthropology. 

As you learn you will complete a curriculum that is centered in Christ and the Word of God. You will learn to think about criminal justice through a biblical worldview as you learn from an experienced faculty. Even though you are learning at a distance you will still benefit from professors who are engaged and act as mentors for students.

Prepare for a law-related career with this online criminal justice degree that is taught with a biblical world view. The curriculum teaches in-demand skills and knowledge in such areas as the processes of law enforcement, the legal system, and the penal/correctional system. In addition to studying issues of diversity, ethics, and biblical anthropology, with this online criminal justice degree you will also choose electives in a particular area of interest.

As you complete a degree program that is taught by expert faculty who are committed to student success, you will have the opportunity to interact with professors who will act as mentors. The courses, designed with the input of expert faculty, are asynchronous, allowing you to study when and where it is convenient.

The online Graduate Certificate in Special Education add on certification maximizes educators' capacities to work with students with special needs. The program provides best practices to competently engage students with special needs in skill development in all areas of their lives. The curriculum is biblically integrated and can be either a stand-alone program or a part of another degree. Graduates go on to become special education teachers, autism counselors, and classroom teachers.

This online Graduate Certificate in TESOL guides teachers through the practical competencies and cultural considerations of teaching English to speakers of other languages. This program specifically focuses on biblically-backed teaching strategies. Graduates will have the opportunity to work with immigrants, refugees, and other international students in classrooms or through mission work.

Courses cover linguistics, culture and community, methods, grammar, and pronunciation. Students will additionally learn about important factors in intercultural communication and working in cross-cultural contexts. The program can be completed in as little as a year and a half, entirely online. All students will participate in a field experience as part of their studies.

The Master of Science in Education program is an online teaching degree providing advanced teaching strategies to Christian educators looking for models to impact student success. The curriculum weaves together curriculum design, teaching models, and current trends.

Courses cover topics related to  the theoretical foundations of education, Christian theology, and educational research. Graduates will learn how to create a biblical worldview in the classroom. Additionally, a capstone course in instructional design provides a practical finale for this program.

Advance your career in education by earning a Master of Science in Educational Leadership and Administration. This online master’s in educational leadership program is designed for Christian educators interested in taking on leadership roles in their institutions. 

The curriculum provides hands-on experience in data management, budget development, and daily operating procedures. Courses include subjects such as principalship for PK-12 schools, teaching models, school law, and financial management.

Advance your career in education by earning a Master of Science in Educational Leadership and Administration. This online master’s in educational leadership program is designed for Christian educators interested in taking on leadership roles in their institutions. 

The curriculum provides hands-on experience in data management, budget development, and daily operating procedures. Courses include subjects such as principalship for PK-12 schools, teaching models, school law, and financial management.

Cairn University offers a Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis. This online graduate certificate in applied behavior analysis prepares you to enhance the educational outcomes and lives of individuals with autism and related disabilities. The curriculum teaches you to apply applied behavior analysis in diverse fields. Graduates will be able to design Christian ministries for individuals with autism and their families.

The programs you develop will create positive outcomes in students’:

• Self-help, interpersonal, play, and work skills
• Academic performance
• Prosocial behaviors
• Family life

The online MA in Applied Behavior Analysis degree program from Cairn University is designed for students seeking to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This biblically centered program provides students with teaching and intervention skills based on ABA principles, and covers topics such as:

• ABA for Autism & Other Disabilities
• Ethics for Behavior Analysts
• Supervision & Management
• Foundations of Special Education
• Christian Theology

The online AA in Biblical Studies degree program from Cairn University provides students with a solid foundation of biblical knowledge and understanding. Courses cover topics such as:

• Christian Theology
• The Old Testament
• Biblical Hermeneutics
• Gospels

The online BS in Biblical Studies degree program from Cairn University is built around a core curriculum of biblical and theological studies. Students can choose one of three professional tracks to suit their personal interests and professional goals:

• Biblical Studies
• Christian Ministry
• Intro to Counseling

Cairn University offers an online Master of Arts in Religion degree program. This program is designed for students to build a foundational knowledge of the Word of God, the history of the Christian church, and the key doctrines of the Christian faith. In addition, students take innovative courses designed to prepare them for teaching, preaching, and other ministries in the local church and to provide the skills to examine biblical text and theology in relationship with the realities of everyday life and ministry.   

This flexible program allows students to learn when and where they prefer while still benefiting from a Cairn education which features a curriculum centered on a sound understanding and application of God’s Word and a biblical worldview lens. Courses are taught by experienced faculty committed to professional and spiritual mentorship and who will walk alongside students as they grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally.