School Details
Grand View University, a private, not-for-profit institution, supplies students with a Christian-based education through rigorous academic programs. Rooted in the liberal arts, GVU offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to individuals preparing to serve their communities, both locally and globally. Individuals join an engaging and supportive academic community at GVU, and develop spiritually as well as professionally.
Grand View University online offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs to students seeking a flexible, alternative education. Curriculums include business, healthcare, theology, education and more. Students experience the same quality education as is offered on-campus, and are able to engage in interactive carriculars, such as career-relevant clubs, competitions and more.
Accreditation & Licensing
Grand View University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The online Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts degree is available from Grand View University. This degree in liberal arts will help students hone their critical thinking abilities, communication skills, and creativity in solving problems. The broad degree is ideal for individuals who are not yet sure what they want to pursue long-term. With a degree in liberal arts, students can take classes in a variety of topics so that they can figure out what they would like to study in the future. Coursework is challenging, thought-provoking, and adaptable. There is no limit to the type of career you can pursue when you gain a liberal arts degree foundation.
Grand View University offers an online Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies, a political science degree. This degree provides the academic background students interested in American politics will need. The coursework covers international affairs, domestic development, political theories, and more with the political science degree. With a degree such as this, most graduates pursue law school, but options are available for political and nonprofit work. There is a focus on heavy critical thinking to prepare individuals for the rigorous political environment.
Business
Start an exciting career in business with the Bachelor of Arts in Accounting online degree. With accounting found in almost every industry around the world and the demand for accountants remaining strong, this is a solid career choice. The curriculum builds technical proficiency and conceptual, analytical, and communication skills, preparing students for careers in both the public and private sectors of accounting. Graduates are prepared for the national CPA examination.
Students in this online accounting degree enjoy the flexibility of online learning along with numerous benefits. Receive personal attention from a faculty with real world experience who will provide a degree that can be customized to meet your career goals.
Complete an internship that will provide real world experience and will help you get ahead of the competition.
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance is designed to help students advance in their careers. With this online finance degree students learn to connect finance theory to the real world, preparing to solve finance-related business problems for various organizations. Courses cover such topics as:
- Global finance
- Investments theory
- Macroeconomics
- Portfolio management
- Budgeting
To prepare for this rapidly growing field, coursework uses hands-on activities both inside and outside the classroom. The professional instructors help students prepare for finance positions in the public and private sectors, securing the organization’s financial health. While preparing them for the future, this online finance degree allows students to continue their current careers, studying when and where it is convenient.
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management prepares students for success in the field. This online human resources degree helps students develop skills in the management functions of strategic and human resource planning. Courses also cover such topics as:
- Compensation
- Recruitment
- Training and development
- Career planning
- Employee relations
Professionals in the human resource management field now have an expanded role in organizations, helping to formulate strategic business decisions and working to ensure the organizatons' integrity and continuous development through human resources. Students benefit from a strong internship program and the ability to study when and where it is convenient.
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration online degree is available with a concentration in Management. With this degree students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in business, meeting the demands of the current business world and beyond. The curriculum covers modern management issues, including:
- Knowledge management
- Organizational behavior and group dynamics
- Human resource issues
- International business
- Project management
Like all other online business administration degree concentrations, this program also infuses students with knowledge and confidence, setting them up to be successful. At the same time, students are able to balance their studies with their current careers and family lives.
This Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing online degree prepares students for success in a wide variety of industries and professions. Students are able to combine their creativity with their interest in business. Courses cover the art and science of figuring out what people want and then using this knowledge to create, optimize, and promote products and services to sell to a targeted audience. You will benefit from a strong internship program that allows you to put your studies to work in the real world.
This online marketing degree allows students to study when and where it is convenient. As a result, students successfully balance their careers, studies, and families.
Organizational Studies is a online degree program at Grand View University that that focuses on the technical skills of business while also focuses on the unique human resource skills of managing organizations. The program helps individuals train in human relationships and diversity, so that they can effectively work with a variety of types of organizations in the modern world. Organizational Studies is ideal for those who don't want to enroll in a formal business program, but would like to have exposure to business and the humanities. The faculty at Grand View will be dedicated to your personal and professional goals throughout the program.
The online Master of Science in Organizational Leadership degree prepares leaders with innovative strategies, new perspectives, and best practices for their organizations in their respective industries. Grand View's program is a great option for students who want to develop their skills in organizational management and human resources. In addition to the high quality coursework, the program features a mentoring and coaching 3-day residential intensive option on Grand View's campus or fully online through virtual meetings. The coursework and networking opportunities allow students to fully engage in the online program.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
This online criminal justice bachelor degree is designed for those who wish to improve the quality of life in their communities. Examine the sociological, psychological, biological, and ethical issues of the criminal justice system and society. There is an interrelationship between criminal justice and the human population, and students who take the time to study it in depth are prepared to fill gaps in society and improve communities. The program serves as a great foundation to take to graduate studies or start training in the field.
Enjoy the benefits of a 100% online degree with this online criminal justice degree. Save time and money by not commuting to a traditional classroom.
Prepare to assist attorneys and become the bridge between the law office and the courtroom with this online paralegal degree. Through faculty expertise and personal experience, the Paralegal program helps provide an established education to aspiring paralegals. The profession is not just secretaries working in a law office but offers much more involvement with court cases. Individuals succeeding in the program will be prepared for law school, paralegal careers, or other government agency work.
Save time and money with this online paralegal degree. Earn a degree without commuting to a traditional campus each day.
Nursing
Registered nurses are some of the most respected professionals in the healthcare industry. As they grow in their expertise, many RN's choose to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Grand View's online program is designed to develop leadership potential in current nurses as they continue their work. There is an art and science component of nursing, which Grand View recognizes and designed a program to enhance both aspects of the field. The program includes:
- Online simulation centers
- No clinical requirement
- High quality faculty who are active in the field
Psychology & Human Services
Hands on learning and interaction with skilled instructors are key components of an online bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Grand View University. Students will complete both internships and research training in addition to standard classes. Specialized tracks are available to students early in the program so they can focus on a topic of interest across several courses.
Graduates will understand behavior and mental processes, be able to apply strategies for self-management and self-improvement, and use critical and creative thinking to solve problems. Those who want to further their studies can pursue a graduate degree to become a mental health counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist, or psychologist.
Possible career tracks for graduates include:
- Behavioral health interventionist
- Bereavement or medical counselor
- Labor relations counselor
- Psychologist
- Gerontologist
Prepare to offer guidance to people in need with this online master’s in Counseling from Grand View University. Effective mental health counselors learn to be excellent listeners as well as communicators and show strong compassion towards others. This master’s degree in Counseling online will teach you how to use scientific evidence and research as well as understand client-counselor relationships and maintain professional boundaries.
Students can complete internship and practicum requirements in their local area. Graduates of this Counseling degree online are eligible to take the National Counselor Examination or the Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination for licensure.
Graduates can explore career options such as:
- Mental health counselor
- Substance abuse counselor
- Military and veterans counselor
- Marriage and family therapist
- Rehabilitation counselor