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The online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program provides a challenging curriculum and prepares students for leadership in careers across all types of business and public organizations.  The program emphasizes the application of analytical, technical, and behavioral tools to solve organizational problems.  You will learn concepts across all business disciplines. 

Coursework integrates:

• Leadership and teamwork
• The appropriate application of technology
• Entrepreneurial approaches
• Global and ethical awareness

Graduates understand the areas of content and discipline knowledge and skills, communication skills, and critical thinking skills.

The online MBA with a concentration in Data Analytics program prepares students to work with data.  The curriculum consists of courses in business and three courses in Data Analytics.  The business courses provide knowledge and skills in areas including critical thinking and communication.  The program also focuses on developing leadership skills. 

Courses in Data Analytics include:

• Data Management
• Big Data and Data Mining
• BI and Visualization

The online MBA with a concentration in Management/Leadership from Florida Gulf Coast University is designed for students interested in leadership or management positions within business.  The curriculum consists of courses in business, management, and leadership.  Students will learn to assess leadership skills, develop leadership plans, examine the environmental impact of business decisions, and use critical thinking skills.  In the Management/Leadership concentration courses, students study organizational development and change, human resource management, and global organizational issues.  Students will graduate with a global and ethical awareness.

Students and teachers work together to identify expectations and outcomes, align curricula with expectations, and use assessment to guide continuous improvement.

Florida Gulf Coast University offers the online Master of Public Administration. This degree prepares students for administrative positions in the public and not-for-profit sectors. It is designed for students who have significant in-service experience as well as for students who have little or no prior work experience in public or not-for-profit organizations. Through quality teaching, scholarship, and service, the program will enhance students’ skills in leadership and management, critical thinking, and communication.

Students can select from the following concentrations:

• Public Leadership and Management
• Environmental Policy and Planning

The online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice provides students with an extensive overview of the criminal justice system. Students study the processes of investigation, prosecution, defense, and corrections. There are many online academic resources available to students. 

Course topics include:

• Legal Studies
• Juvenile Justice
• Criminal Justice Management

Classes are taught by expert faculty who are committed to the academic success of every student. Career opportunities for graduates include jobs in law enforcement, corrections, probation, parole, courts, and more. Graduates are prepared to make a positive impact on society by serving communities and making them safer. 

In the fabric of society, the law stands as both a guardian and a guide. Understanding its complexities, nuances, and implications requires a specialized education that merges knowledge with practical application. Enter the online Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies, a program designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, its principles, and its role in shaping contemporary issues.

Topics include, but are not limited to:

• Litigation
• Trusts and Estates
• Criminal Law
• Family Law

Career opportunities for graduates include jobs as paralegals, legal assistants, compliance officers, and more. The online Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies offers a dynamic and interdisciplinary approach to legal education. This online program equips graduates to navigate the complexities of law and contribute meaningfully to society as informed, ethical, and engaged citizens.

In an era marked by evolving crime patterns, advancements in technology, and shifting societal norms, the field of criminal justice stands at a critical juncture. The online Master of Science in Criminal Justice is a beacon of education, empowering individuals with the knowledge, skills, and ethical framework necessary to navigate the complexities of law enforcement, corrections, and the legal system. This advanced degree program not only deepens one’s understanding of criminological theories but also equips graduates with the tools to effect positive change in society.

Topics include, but are not limited to:

• Courts
• Corrections
• Criminal Justice Administration

The online Master of Science in Criminal Justice represents a transformative educational pathway for individuals. Students grow passionate about advancing the principles of justice, fairness, and public safety. Armed with a strong ethical foundation, critical thinking skills, and a commitment to social change, graduates are poised to make a meaningful impact within the criminal justice system.

You can increase your content knowledge in instructional design with the Graduate Certificate in Instructional Technology from FGCU. This online program also develops your skills in creating educational digital media products.

Besides covering the foundations of educational technology, you will study such topics as:

• Instructional design
• Technology integration
• Universal design for learning
• Instructional design for eLearning

With your instructional design graduate certificate, you qualify for positions as an instructional designer or instructional technologist in schools, libraries, and museums.

You can advance your career in instructional design with the Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction / Educational Technology from FGCU. This online graduate program imparts expertise that finds relevance in schools, government agencies, libraries, and museums.

Graduates of this online instructional design master’s degree excel in such positions as:

• Instructional technologists
• Learning development specialists
• Educational media specialists
• Directors of instructional media

Students can opt for digital badges to demonstrate their competencies. Badges can be earned in educational media, instructional design, and best practices in online teaching and learning.

If you are just starting in the teaching profession, the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from FGCU can help advance your career in educational leadership. This online education administration master’s degree appeals to teachers in all sorts of educational settings who want to move into a leadership position that does not require certification.

The department offers two concentrations—P-12 Education or Higher Education. Through the online education administration coursework, you will learn such topics as:

• Foundations of curriculum and instruction
• School budgeting and reporting
• Human resources
• School law

Graduates learn to meet the needs of today’s P-12 students through effective school organization, leadership, and management. Those who successfully complete the program find success as teacher leaders, department chairs, or academic program developers.

You can have a greater impact on young learners with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Elementary Education. This online graduate program provides expertise in curriculum development for elementary-level grades.

Through the online elementary education program, you delve into such topics as:

• Language arts
• Advanced reading methods
• Research analysis relevant to your classroom
• Best practices for diverse populations

Besides the online elementary education coursework, you partake in research and a practicum. Graduates learn to advocate for the well-being of their students through equal access to quality learning and best instructional practices.

You can help your students excel in reading and literacy with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Reading Education from FGCU. This online graduate program appeals to K-12 educators who want to help their students achieve more.

The dedicated faculty impart knowledge and skills that allow you to carry out the following:

• Assess literary performance
• Explore differentiated strategies and instruction for struggling readers
• Present reading as a process of constructing meaning

The online reading and literacy master’s degree covers learning disabilities and the selection of effective instructional strategies to inspire and encourage diverse populations of readers. Graduates step into such careers as curriculum specialists, reading instructional coordinators, and reading specialists.

The online Master of Education in Special Education program teaches the techniques and skills required for working with students with special needs and disabilities.  The curriculum includes classes in educational research, instructional approaches, theories, and teaching methods for behavioral disorders.  Graduates can design and conduct research to understand and address issues in the field, collaborate with colleagues to design and implement professional development experiences, and develop and implement appropriate instructional and behavioral plans based on student assessment results.

Advance your career and knowledge with this online bachelor’s degree in health science.  It is designed for entry level health professionals and others seeking careers in healthcare.  This program can also serve as a steppingstone for post-baccalaureate level health professions, such as Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy.

Featuring an interdisciplinary curriculum, this online health science degree prepares students for such career areas as health services administration and health professions education. 

Graduates are prepared to:

• Examine the roles of health care providers
• Examine the social, economic, political, and professional forces that shape healthcare
• Illustrate legal and ethical influences
• Use research and inquiry to investigate health science problems and offer solutions

The online Master of Science in Health Science is an interdisciplinary program designed to provide advanced opportunities for baccalaureate graduates as health care leaders in the health services delivery system.  Courses teach skills and expertise in planning, developing, and implementing innovative and quality health care services.  Electives are offered in topics such as health education and health administration.