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The online Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising & Retailing is an online fashion degree that is designed for those seeking positions in management, merchandising, marketing, or public relations within the retail industry.  Courses teach fashion and retail concepts in areas such as merchandise buying, visual merchandising, and fashion marketing.  With this flexible fashion degree, programs are tailored to match each student’s learning, interests, and professional goals.  You will learn to apply the major concepts, skills, and values related to global fashion markets and designer contributions and to communicate effectively with diverse audiences through various professional methods.  Graduates are able to use decision-support tools to resolve contemporary business issues using ethical business practices, apply creative and advanced analytical competencies in fashion merchandising and retail marketing, and identify, analyze, and forecast future industry trends in consumer goods.

The online Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies is a liberal arts degree from Johnson & Wales University.  This, like other liberal arts degrees, prepares students to become critical thinkers with strong analytical and communication skills that allow them to examine issues from multiple perspectives and solve problems.  Students gain knowledge that allows them to bridge professional disciplines and learn skills that are useful in various fields.  You will learn to apply oral and written rhetorical strategies to communicate complex arguments and to examine complex issues, analyze arguments, conduct credible research, solve problems, make ethical decisions, and create original ideas and approaches.  Graduates are able to synthesize and apply knowledge from multiple perspectives to evaluate complex issues and address problems while also critically examining and interpreting complexities of human culture, expression, and behavior through theories and methods of various disciplines in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

There are two tracks available to focus on:

• Arts and Culture
• Science and Society

The online Bachelor of Science in Political Science degree prepares students to understand power, governance, justice, and injustice in American and global politics.  The curriculum deepens understanding of political literacy and communication, civic and global engagement, ethical decision making, and the application of theory to politics.  You will take courses in American Politics, International and Comparative Politics, and Political Thought, Communication, and Practice.  Other than a few required courses, this flexible political science degree allows students to tailor the program to meet their interests and career goals. 

Graduates are able to:

• Analyze diverse political systems, movements, issues, and international relations
• Apply political theory to politics and political science
• Understand the fundamentals of political communications
• Use qualitative and quantitative research methods
• Articulate and integrate core ethical principles and standards

The Associate in Science in Business Administration online degree prepares students for successful business careers.  The curriculum builds a strong foundation in business, covering core topics that include finance, accounting, marketing, economics, and management.  In addition to learning these introductory concepts, courses also help you use communication effectively and use decision-support tools to apply legal and ethical standards in business situations.  Courses are taught by experienced faculty.  Coursework uses experiential education, providing real-world exposure to business topics.

This online bachelor's degree in communications prepares students for careers in a variety of communications careers.  The program provides an in-depth look at communications while providing the tools needed to increase the effectiveness of communication.  The curriculum covers such areas as:

• Oral communication
• Visual communication
• Communicating across culture
• Persuasion

Graduates have the skills, insights, and communication knowledgebase to advance careers in any industry or field they choose.  

Students have the opportunity to participate in experiential education, gaining real-world exposure, while also keeping their current careers.  The online nature of the program ensures students are able to successfully balance careers, education, and family.

The online Bachelor of Science in Accounting provides a solid foundation in accounting theory and practice as well as business, communications, and general studies, preparing students for a variety of entry-level opportunities in public accounting firms.  Students learn the major concepts, skills, and values of accounting, to communicate effectively, problem-solving and decision-making tools, and about global business issues and how to address them.  Graduates find careers in private, governmental, and nonprofit organizations as staff accountants, cost accountants, tax accountants, auditors, and more.

Features of the online learning environment include, but are not limited to:

• Personal advising
• Financial assistance options
• Flexible credit transfer policies
• Highly credentialed faculty

The online Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Marketing Communications develops the creative and strategic skills of students while equipping them with the knowledge needed to succeed in the advertising or marketing fields.  Students learn to build effective campaigns through their understanding of consumer behavior, qualitative and quantitative research methods, media planning and buying, and how to best communicate through advertising, public relations, sales promotion, and Internet marketing. 

Successful graduates of this online marketing degree will be prepared to:

• Apply the major concepts, skills, and values of the advertising industry
• Use ethical business practices
• Identify and recommend appropriate solutions to clients
• Develop fully integrated campaigns for local, national, and global brands

Boost your career with this online hospitality management degree, the Bachelor of Science in Baking & Pastry Arts & Food Service Management.  This program is designed for those with an associate degree in the Baking & Pastry Arts, allowing you to earn a bachelor’s degree in as little as two years.  

The curriculum provides a solid understanding of the hospitality and food service industry.  Learn about the major concepts, skills, and values of this profession while also learning to address industry problems on a local and a global scale.  While learning to make ethical decisions and gaining problem-solving skills, you will be taught by experts in the field.  Plus, earn your degree while keeping your current career with an online format that is designed to fit your schedule.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration online degree is designed for those seeking careers in business.  The balanced curriculum provides a solid understanding of the business field.  Courses cover topics including marketing, management, accounting, finance, business law, information technology, and economics.  Students enjoy coursework that features lively and relevant, industry-specific online discussions with faculty and classmates.  Graduates are prepared to succeed in the global marketplace.

Concentrations are available in numerous areas.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Enterprise Risk Management is an online finance degree that prepares students to succeed in their careers.   Students learn to address activities that interrupt an organization’s regular operations, including:

• Fraud
• Information theft
• Computer hacking
• Workplace violence
• Economic crime

Along with courses in risk management, students also complete courses that provide a strong foundation in business, including courses in accounting, management, human resources, and marketing.

Students not only enjoy an accelerated schedule that allows them to earn their degree at their own pace, but they are also able to study when and where it is convenient.  Coursework still involves active online discussions that include techniques in real-world scenarios and projects.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Entrepreneurship is an online entrepreneurship degree designed for those seeking to start their own business.  This degree can also help those working for small businesses and startup companies.  The curriculum provides a better understanding of intrapreneurship and explains how to lead change within organizations.  Courses teach communication, decision-support tools, ethical business practices, and capital funding sources for start-ups and existing businesses.  The experiential coursework also ensures that students have a firm foundation in general business courses, covering such topics as accounting, management, human resources, marketing, and more.  The convenient format of this online entrepreneurship allows students to successfully balance their education, careers, and families.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management is an online human resources degree for those with at least two years of full-time work experience.  This program prepares students to work with companies’ employees, covering the major concepts, skills, and values in this field.  The curriculum includes both foundational business courses in such topics as accounting, finance, marketing, and management and courses that offer in-depth study of human resources management.  Students study both the strategic and operational areas of HR while developing theories that address diversity management, ethical management, and the impact of global forces.  Courses include:

• Employment Law
• Workforce Planning and Deployment
• Compensation, Benefits, and Total Rewards
• Strategic Human Resource Management

The online nature of this program ensures the flexibility students need to balance their career and education.

This Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in International Business is an online international business degree for those interested in entry-level management positions with organizations that operate in the global environment and international markets.  The curriculum provides a thorough understanding of the global business environment, including such topics as:

• Management principles
• Accounting practices
• Brand marketing
• Organizational dynamics
• Supply chain management

Choose electives that match the region you are interested in pursing a career, such as China, the Pacific Rim, Latin America, Russia, Africa, and the Middle East.

In addition to studying the inner workings of multinational corporations, students also gain a strong business foundation.  Courses cover everything from accounting and marketing to business law and information technology.

This Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Leadership Studies prepares effective leaders in business.  Plus, you can continue your career while studying with this organizational leadership degree online.  

The curriculum reinforces logical thinking and creative vision practices that an impactful leader needs while providing diverse opportunities that allow students to develop their own leadership skills and styles.  Courses cover such topics as:

• Conflict resolution
• Psychology
• Creative leadership
• Management theory
• Communication

Plus, you will complete foundational business courses in everything from accounting and human resources to business law and information technology.  Graduates have the fundamental organizational, motivational, and management skills and insights needed to lead at every level and in any industry.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Management is an online business management degree for those seeking management positions in disciplines that include operations, human resources, finance, and information technology.  Courses cover such topics as:

• Strategic planning
• SWOT analysis
• Human capital development
• Information technology
• Supply chain management

The curriculum focuses on management fundamentals and covers a wide array of professional management and business skills.  In addition to courses that focus on business management, the program also provides a strong foundation in general business.  

Students in this online business management degree benefit from faculty advisors that help them to design a path to degree completion that matches their career goals.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Operations & Supply Chain Management is an online operations management degree for those with at least two years of full-time work experience.  The curriculum is comprised of courses in general business and courses that go further in-depth in operations management.  These courses cover such topics as:

• Operations and continuity
• Logistics and supply chain management
• Process improvement
• Ethical business practices

Students are able to apply contemporary models, metrics, and approaches to create sustainable and continuously improving operational processes.  Coursework prepares students for the real-world, teaching them to evaluate supply chains and make recommendations for maximizing its benefits.  Upon completion of this program, you are able to successfully hold a position in a variety of different industries.

Johnson & Wales University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Business Studies degree. Students will learn business competencies and skills needed to pursue the global marketplace. The coursework allows students to learn analytical, critical-thinking skills, among other areas important for the field. Studies range in topics from managerial accounting to process and quality management.

You will have the opportunity to apply knowledge to real-world projects as you collaborate with your peers.

Added online benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Personal advising
• Online discussion forums
• Flexible class schedules
• Highly credentialed faculty

The Bachelor of Science in Culinary Arts & Food Service Management, an online hospitality management degree, is for students with an associate degree in culinary arts.  In as few as two years students can learn the business and management sides of the culinary arts.

The curriculum covers the major concepts, skills, and values of the food service management profession, allowing students to solve industry problems on both the local and global scales.  Courses, taught by industry-experienced faculty, teach decision-support tools and technology in food service operation along with industry specific operational standards.  Learn how to communicate effectively to diverse audiences, purposes, and situations in food service operations.

This online hospitality management degree allows students to successfully advance their careers while balancing their current jobs and families.  Complete a curriculum that will allow you to apply your skills in the real world on a schedule that works for you.

The Bachelor of Science in Digital Marketing & Social Media, an online e-commerce degree, is designed to meet the growing need for professionals in this industry.  Learn to effectively comprehend, plan, and communicate brand messaging using various digital networks and platforms.  Courses teach students how to collect and analyze data in order to evaluate the effectiveness of social media and digital marketing strategies and also help them develop, evaluate, and optimize web design and user experience.  Graduates are prepared for a variety of management and leadership careers in digital marketing and social media, bringing advanced communication and technological skills to the industries.

This online e-commerce degree allows students to improve their futures without compromising their current lives.  Successfully balance your education, career, and family life.

This online bachelor's degree in finance prepares students for success in this field.  The curriculum prepares students for careers in investment analysis, corporate finance, risk management, or financial planning with a career-relevant understanding of the essentials in the finance field.  Courses cover a variety of business professional skills.  In addition to covering core topics like finance, financial accounting, and managerial accounting, you will also complete courses in:

• Business analytics
• HR management
• Organizational dynamics

This online finance degree allows students to improve their futures without sacrificing their current lives.  Successfully balance your career, education, and family.

The Bachelor of Science in Food & Beverage Entrepreneurship, an online hospitality management degree, helps students open their own business or partner in a food or beverage startup.  This program is designed for those who already have an associate degree in culinary arts or baking and pastry arts, expanding on business and management.  Courses cover business planning, management strategies, and marketing.  Coursework provides real-world exposure as students learn to evaluate human, financial, and other resources in the entrepreneurial ecosystem that support or inhibit new ventures.  Students learn to develop business plans, analyze funding and investments, and to communicate effectively to diverse audiences.  

This online hospitality management degree is designed to fit your schedule, allowing you to balance your career and education.  Improve your future without sacrificing your current career.

The online Bachelor of Science in Food Industry Compliance Management combines courses in food and beverage management, health sciences, and leadership, so graduates are ready for jobs in food industry management in the field of compliance.  Courses teach students to effectively communicate food compliance standard practices to diverse audiences, create operational policies and procedures to advance food safety compliance, and propose and apply solutions to food safety concerns in food production operations.  Students can earn certifications such as the National Restaurant Association Foodservice Management Professional (FMP), U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Defense Awareness, OSHA Outreach, National Restaurant Association ManageFirst, and TAPSeries.

Online learning benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Personal advising
• Flexible credit transfer policies
• Highly credentialed faculty
• Career relevant curriculum

The online Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management is designed for busy hospitality professionals seeking to advance their careers but who need the flexibility of this program to continue working and taking care of obligations while completing their degrees.  Courses take an in-depth look at the hospitality industry, teaching students the management skills needed to advance their careers in lodging, food and beverage, tourism, and event planning.  Graduates have skills and knowledge in revenue management, financial analysis, business negotiations, communication, and tourism and sustainability dynamics.

Benefits of online learning include, but are not limited to:

• Small class sizes
• Financial assistance options
• Flexible credit transfer policies
• Highly credentialed faculty

This fully online hospitality management degree gives students the career insight and knowledge they need to succeed through courses taught by respected experts in the field.  Courses provide skills and knowledge in revenue management, operations, marketing and brand, international property development and more, so graduates are well-versed in the industry and professionally prepared for careers.  Students also learn communication, problem-solving within the hotel and lodging industry, how to maximize resources to promote sustainable operations through ethically responsible decision making, and to perform effectively as global managers in the multinational hospitality industry.

Online learning features include:

• Small class sizes
• Personal advising
• Flexible credit transfer policies
• Career relevant curriculum

The online Bachelor of Science in Marketing allows students to hone their skills and develop expertise in consumer behavior, marketing analysis, strategic marketing, marketing communications, international marketing, marketing technologies, and more. Graduates are able to apply the major concepts, skills, and values of marketing as they learn how to communicate effectively and utilize the best solutions. You will also have the opportunity to learn branding and marketing strategies that are ethically sound and align with business objectives for local, national, and global brands.  

Students are prepared for careers in product development, digital marketing, sales management consumer insights, social media marketing, and other professional marketing roles.

Online learning features include, but are not limited to:

• Financial assistance options
• Flexible credit transfer policies
• Highly credentialed faculty

The online Bachelor of Science in Sports, Entertainment and Event Management provides a strong business foundation and then provides advanced coursework to build upon that knowledge in areas such as media literacy, ticketing methods, venue management, and negotiations and agreements. Students can choose electives that will directly impact their chosen career paths, such as professional sports management, event planning, sports and entertainment marketing,  concert and event production and more. Courses are taught by highly credentialed faculty and class sizes are kept to a minimum.   

Successful completion will allow you to apply the major concepts, skills, and values of the sports, entertainment, and event management industry by integrating the concepts of marketing, finance, operations, and ancillary services in the management of a range of events.

This online hospitality management degree provides a broad-based option for students, incorporating the hotel, travel-tourism, and food segments of the hospitality industry with special focus on travel-tourism. Courses teach students the major concepts, skills, and values of the industry. Learn how  to communicate effectively to diverse audiences and situations, and to solve problems and think critically to enhance the guest experience. Graduates are able to produce travel and tourism plans, including researching, budgeting, planning, and promoting, to maximize the positive effect of tourism on a destination.

Features of the online learning environment include, but are not limited to:

• Small class sizes
• Personal advising
• Financial assistance options
• Flexible credit transfer policies

The online Doctor of Business Administration is designed to produce senior leaders who are able to conceptualize, investigate, and solve complex and practical business problems, be innovative, and use new tools and advanced research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, all of which are the skills organizations look for when hiring.  Students ethically address business challenges, think critically and creatively, and learn how to transform business practices to create organizational optimization, growth, and sustainability.  Graduates are prepared to become executive-level organizational leaders, industry innovators, consultants, and policy makers across many sectors of business, healthcare, government, the military, or nonprofits; they are also able to find faculty positions in higher education.

Business administration degree online learning features include, but are not limited to:

• Career-focused, 8-week courses
• Lock-step dissertation model
• Continued networking with faculty and peers

Prepare for leadership opportunities with this Graduate Certificate in Hospitality, an online hospitality management degree.  The curriculum was developed in collaboration with industry experts and is taught by these same professionals using an experiential education model.  Learn to take leadership positions within organizations, develop strategies for developing and expanding the base of brand-loyal guests, and use ethical tactics to mitigate operational challenges.  

As you complete courses that will help you improve your future career, the flexibility of online learning allows you to study when and where it is convenient without giving up your current career.  Any credits earned can be applied toward graduate degree programs in Hospitality.

This Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management, an online nonprofit management degree, prepares students for success in nonprofit organizations.  The curriculum was developed in collaboration with industry experts, ensuring students gain the skills employers are seeking.  Learn to take charge of critical areas of leading in nonprofits while also improving decision-making skills on the organizational level.  Courses help students effectively lead and manage nonprofits, including maintaining working relationships with public agencies and private businesses.  Coursework integrates theory with practice and provides real-world exposure using an experiential education model.

The Graduate Micro-Certificate in Executive Communication, an online communications degree, is designed to help students advance and excel in leadership positions within their organizations.  Communication is essential in all aspects of life, so excellent communication skills in organizations allow you to become a leader in almost any industry.  This curriculum teaches communication methods that will inspire innovation and build community.  Courses, taught by experienced faculty, integrate theory with practice and provide real-world exposure.  Learn communication theory, strategic communication practices to better influence others, and such skills as conducting effective presentations and writing effective emails.  The flexible curriculum allows students to successfully balance their careers, educations, and family lives.

Take your career to the next level with this operations management online degree, the Graduate Micro-Certificate in Operations & Supply Chain Management.  The curriculum, taught by experienced faculty, provides growth in leadership in operations workforce development.  Courses provide real-world exposure while preparing students for leadership positions in operations and supply chain management.  Topics covered include:

• Lean principles and methodologies
• Logistics strategy
• Operations management
• Systems analysis

Students benefit from flexible scheduling that allows them to study when and where it is convenient.  Credits earned are applicable toward future graduate degrees in operations and supply chain management.

The MBA with a concentration in Accounting online degree is designed to meet the requirements to take the CPA exam.  Like all MBA programs, the curriculum covers various business disciplines, including economics, operations management, business policy, and more.  Gain in-depth knowledge of accounting through such courses as:

• Advanced Accounting
• Auditing
• Economics
• Accounting Theory
• Corporate Taxation

Courses teach decision-making and communication skills while ensuring students are aware of cultural differences in global and domestic business interactions.  Graduates are prepared for positions with public accounting firms or large corporations within the private sector or for careers in a small business or nonprofit organization.

The MBA with a concentration in Event Leadership, an online hospitality management degree, teaches students to manage events in the corporate, public, and private sectors.  The curriculum was formed by current event leadership employers, so it is sure to cover the skills employers are looking for.  Courses include:

• Event Leadership and Planning
• Event Operations & Risk Management
• Sustainable Event Management
• Negotiations for Event Management

Students also gain a solid business foundation, studying topics that include accounting, finance, human resources, management, and marketing.  

With an online hospitality management degree students are able to balance their careers, educations, and families.  Even though you are learning at a distance, you will still benefit from experienced faculty who offer career-focused instruction.

The MBA with a concentration in Executive Communication is an online communications degree that allows students to earn their degree in as little as two years while balancing their career and education.  Plus, with the curriculum informed by current employers, it is sure to cover skills that they are looking for.  

The curriculum includes core business courses that cover such topics as accounting, marketing, management, and human resources, as well as courses in executive communication.  Communication courses teach the strategy behind effective messaging, explain how to improve writing for the C-suite, and cover the power of storytelling to achieve business goals.  Courses include:

• Leadership Communication
• Strategic Communication
• Workplace Emotional Intelligence
• Storytelling as a Business Tool in the Modern Workplace

With communication being a key component of any organization, graduates are prepared for success in a wide variety of industries.

The online MBA from Johnson & Wales University offers a concentration in Finance for students who want to advance their careers in this area of business.  In the modern corporate environment, the business world is constantly evolving which requires professionals to develop business competencies, leadership, and strategic- and creative-thinking skills to keep up with the changes.  The Finance concentration will help students advance in the global business environment, positioning them for success and the next level of strategy and analysis competency and preparing them for a variety of management and leadership careers in Finance.  Courses teach students how to gather, interpret, and analyze research to make informed decisions at operational and strategic levels and teaches them to analyze problems from diverse perspectives, propose effective solutions, and evaluate the impact of decisions.  Graduates are able to communicate effectively, are aware of cultural differences in global and domestic business interactions, and are prepared to assess and evaluate business entities by looking at how they affect ethical decision making in cross-functional environments.  You will apply knowledge of financial theories and practices to solve organizational and consumer economic challenges while gaining real-world exposure to Finance.

The online General MBA prepares students for advanced positions in a variety of different industries.  This program helps a diverse student body advance their professional careers by attaining business competencies and skills in leadership, strategy, and creative thinking in the global business environment.  You will also learn to ethically solve problems in the global business environment in culturally sensitive ways, remaining aware of cultural differences in global and domestic business interactions.  The curriculum provides the qualifications students need to excel in the global marketplace, including knowing how to critically analyze information with a business administration view to solve high-level problems and build leadership and strategic skills.  Graduates are able to make informed decisions at the operational and strategic levels, use advanced communication effectively, analyze problems using a diverse perspective, propose effective solutions and evaluate the impact of decisions, and judge how business entities affect ethical decision making in organizations.

The online MBA with a concentration in Global Fashion Merchandising Management is designed for students who want to enhance their fashion management skills and learn to lead in a fast-paced industry.  The curriculum combines advanced business skills and specific knowledge of the global fashion industry in a combination of MBA courses and Global Fashion Merchandising Management courses.  Students will complete courses in the concentration that develop expertise in areas such as:

• Sustainability
• Merchandise Management
• Consumer Behavior
• Production and Manufacturing
• Marketing
• Retailing of Textiles and Materials

The program prepares students to make informed decisions, communicate effectively, maintain awareness of cultural differences in global and domestic business interactions, analyze problems from diverse perspectives, propose effective solutions, and evaluate the impact of executive decisions.  Graduates are prepared to make ethical decisions in both organizations and the fashion industry and will develop innovative and strategic solutions to resolve challenges in the global fashion and merchandising industries.

The online MBA with a concentration in Hospitality from Johnson & Wales University is designed for students who want to advance their careers in this industry.  This is an industry-specific program that helps students advance in their careers with an experience that is tailored to what employers are looking for in hospitality-management positions.  The curriculum is designed to prepare students to pursue many different types of hospitality jobs with a management degree, allowing them to become general managers or to specialize in particular areas including lodging management, food service management, beverage management, event and meeting management, or casino management.  

Courses provide knowledge and skills in research, decision-making, strategic thinking, communication, problem-solving, and ethical behaviors.  You will learn to examine and analyze social, multicultural, and environmental issues and their impacts upon managerial practices in the global hospitality industry.

The online MBA from Johnson & Wales University offers a concentration in Human Resource (HR) Management for students who want to specialize in this area while building their management skills.  You will benefit from challenging coursework as you learn more about retention, organizational behavior, and other aspects of human capital.  The curriculum in HR Management helps students focus their degrees toward success in the dynamic landscape of HR.  Students gain business competencies along with leadership and strategic- and creative-thinking skills as they prepare to advance in their careers. 

Graduates will be prepared to:

• Gather, interpret, and analyze research
• Use advanced communication skills
• Remain aware of cultural differences in global and domestic business interactions
• Analyze problems from diverse perspectives
• Assess and evaluate business entities in cross-functional environments

You will apply professional standards and practices for ethical conduct, legal requirements, and regulatory guidelines when administering human resource policies and procedures.

The online MBA with a concentration in Nonprofit Management is designed for students who want to advance their careers in nonprofit organizations.  Through the program, you will study core MBA topics while gaining leadership abilities in the nonprofit sector and beyond.  Courses build skills in strategic thinking and creative thinking which help students stand out in the modern kinetic and evolving nonprofit environment while also expanding knowledge in the current and future needs of the nonprofit field. 

Courses may include:

• Business Policy and Strategy
• Financial Management and Budgeting in Nonprofit Organizations
• Program Evaluation
• Financial Reporting and Control

Graduates are prepared to gather and use research to make informed decisions in organizations, use advanced communication skills, analyze problems using diverse perspectives, evaluate the impact of executive decisions, and to study ethical decision-making in domestic and global organizations.  You will be aware of cultural differences in global and domestic interactions and be able to apply appropriate decision-making processes and skills to effectively manage nonprofit organizations.

Johnson & Wales University offers an online MBA with a concentration in Operations & Supply Chain Management is designed to help students make strategic recommendations for maximizing the benefits to all stakeholders while also setting them apart as leaders in the operations and supply chain management field.  The curriculum provides an in-depth study of effective business practices, lean principles, and methodologies while delivering a targeted knowledge of logistics strategy, operations management, and systems analysis.  Courses will prepare students to be strategic and creative problem solvers in the evolving business field while also helping them learn to recommend and command business decisions as they relate to process improvement and strategic management.  Coursework emphasizes quality control, process improvement, procurement, and profit maximization while providing competencies in leadership, strategic and creative thinking skills in the global business environment.  You will learn to improve processes and streamline services in order to remain competitive in the evolving business landscape while delving deeper into logistics, operations management, strategic sourcing, and other aspects of business operations to improve processes and streamline services.

The online MBA with a concentration in Organizational Leadership from Johnson & Wales University helps students become leaders by integrating proven academic theories into real-world business environments across organizations to deliver success.  Students gain the skills needed to solve problems and manage operations in the modern business world with best practices backed by academic theory.  Coursework teaches skills in management, self-assessment, and practical leadership, helping to bring careers and your team to the next level.  The curriculum consists of core MBA courses which are standard across all MBA degrees, two required organizational leadership courses, and two electives chosen by the student, so graduates are prepared to apply contemporary leadership models and theories to support organizational effectiveness in a global environment. 

Courses in this program include:

• Effective Leadership
• Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility and Law
• Organizational Behavior in the Hospitality Industry
• Women and Leadership in Society
• Project Management

The online MBA from Johnson & Wales University offers a concentration in Organizational Psychology for students who want to advance in the psychology area of business.  With this concentration, students gain a foundation in business administration and become better informed in general management, increasing their ability to make decisions through the lens of organizational psychology.  As organizations emphasize corporate culture, employee training, talent development, and more, careers in Organizational psychology are rising.  The curriculum provides business competencies while also helping you to understand what drives individual and team success, so after graduation you will stand out as a leader.  

In this program, students learn to use relevant business skills to address complex issues that exist in the organizational environment and gain knowledge and skills that will help them critically analyze and assess industry challenges and advance in the areas of motivation, performance, and talent development.  Graduates are able to formulate plans of action to improve group and team performance, bringing them in alignment with organizational competency models.

The online MBA with a concentration in Project Management from Johnson & Wales University is designed to enhance the business administration foundation received in core MBA courses.  The Project Management concentration prepares students for professional careers that deal with business analysis, project and portfolio management, design, implementation, and the management of business operations and processes, both in manufacturing and in service organizations.  Johnson & Wales is a Registered Educational Providers of PMI, making it more attractive for certification training and maintenance. 

Students will complete courses that may include:

• Project Management
• Team Dynamics
• Project Management Simulation
• Business Policy and Strategy

Graduates are prepared to create comprehensive project plans to ensure desired project deliverables while also providing you with skills and knowledge in research, strategy, problem-solving, communication, analysis, diversity, globalization, and ethics.

The online MBA with a concentration in Sport Leadership is designed to prepare students for the growing global sports industry in order to meet the need for business-focused administrators within athletic organizations.  The program introduces students to the sports industry while providing the solid business foundation needed in today’s market.  You will study contemporary leadership, communication strategies, operations, and global issues in sport, along with traditional business methods such as finance, economics, and business policy. 

Courses in this program include:

• Sports and Entertainment Venues & Events, Development & Management
• Operations Management 
• Contemporary Leadership Strategies in Sport
• Effective Communication Strategies in Sport
• Global Issues in Sport Leadership

Graduates will be skilled communicators, problem-solvers, analysists, decision-makers, and researchers.  They are prepared to be ethical professionals in domestic and global organizations who can connect leadership principles and knowledge of sport industry operations in order to advance organizational objectives and support strategic initiatives.

The online public administration degree is designed for students with professional goals related to the management of public service organizations, linking theory, policy, and practice to give students the opportunity to learn and utilize skills required for leadership positions. Courses teach leadership, personnel management, policy evaluation, and ethical governance practices. Graduates are ready for careers in public administration including hospitals, state and federal agencies, charitable establishments and more.

Concentrate studies in criminal justice, homeland security, human resource management or nonprofit management.

The online Master of Science in Finance teaches students how to make the most of complex financial software and theory to help find value for clients and allows them to choose either the track designed to help them become financial planners or the track designed to help them become Chartered Financial Analysts.  Courses teach students how to apply financial theories to solve economic challenges, apply quantitative and qualitative methods, develop effective communication skills, critique and interpret financial data, and operate in moral and ethical manners.  Through the CFP Certification Professional Education Program offered, students meet the Education requirement and qualify to sit for the Certification Financial Planner Certification exam.

Online finance degree benefits:

• Accelerated and flexible program formats
• Faculty with industry knowledge of the field
• Small class sizes

The Master of Science in Global Tourism & Sustainable Economic Development is an online hospitality management degree for students interested in advancing their careers in this field.  Graduates find positions in government agencies and international travel and tourism organizations as consultants and developers of tourism destinations.  Courses help students formulate strategies to attract and retain market shares and promote social and economic development objectives for tourism destinations.  You will ensure that the plans developed encompass cultural, sociological, and motivational differences.  Coursework in this online international business degree is challenging while also providing real-world exposure.  Expert faculty guide students in a curriculum that allows them to balance their careers and education.

The online Master of Science in Hospitality Management helps students gain the leadership skills needed to reach their career goals, as well as providing courses in advanced communication and presentation skills, financial performance, strategic planning, and research.  Students learn to formulate ethical strategies to mitigate operational challenges within the industry and to differentiate cultural norms in global and domestic business interactions to effectively lead teams.  In addition to major courses in the field, students can choose elective courses that align with their career goals and prepare them for various certifications upon graduation.

Online hospitality management degree benefits:

• Build effective communication skill sets
• Learn through hands-on projects
• Gain knowledge from experience instructors

The online Master of Science in Human Resource Management exposes students to skills employers are seeking, including being versatile and able to shift between departments to work on employee development and recruitment, business leadership, and strategic planning, as well as preparing students to work in a wide variety of managerial and professional roles with both public and private organizations.  Courses teach skills in employee development, recruitment, strategic planning, handling change management and succession planning, and developing strategies to create diverse and inclusive work environments.  Students learn to apply ethical conduct, legal requirements, and regulatory guidelines in human resources; focus on organizational behavior and strategic human resource management; and support organizational competitiveness and strategic initiatives through human resource functions.

Online HR Management degree benefits:

• Faculty with industry knowledge
• Accelerated formats
• Career focuses curriculum

The Master of Science in International Beverage Management is an online hospitality management degree that helps students advance their careers locally, nationally, and internationally.  This program prepares students for careers in the beverage-related industry while providing a greater understanding of biological and chemical processes involved in brewing, distilling, and winemaking.  Learn to make decisions and act in ways that produce positive results in business with this online international business degree.  Topics covered include:

• Beverage management
• Market awareness
• Consumers
• Value chain for global beverages

While gaining a jump on the competition, students are able to balance their current careers with their educations.

The online Master of Science in Nonprofit Management explores the diverse landscape of nonprofit industry while learning the skills needed to pursue leadership or management positions for organizations like hospitals; local, state, and federal agencies; charitable establishments; churches; and more.  Beyond a broad understanding of the industry as a whole, students also learn about resource development, finance and budgeting, effective management techniques, and concepts and theories used to assess the social and ethical responsibilities of nonprofit organizations.  Courses also teach the theories, policies, and practices of nonprofit management to facilitate collaboration between public and nonprofit and between private and nonprofit organizations.

Online nonprofit management degree benefits:

• Challenging coursework with real-world applications
• Small class sizes
• Accelerated and flexible program schedule

The Master of Science in Operations & Project Management, an online operations management degree, helps students advance in careers in this field of business.  Learn to better design and manage supply chains on a global level.  The challenging curriculum improves management skills while teaching students how to create comprehensive project plans to ensure desired project deliverables.  Coursework in this online project management degree offers real-world exposure and is taught by experienced faculty.  Students will learn about:

• Organizational and project management environments
• Cross-functional environment management
• Strategic recommendations to maximize stakeholder benefits
• Business supply chains

While studying to advance your future you are able to continue your current career.  The flexible nature of the program allows students to study when and where it is convenient.

The online Master of Science in Sport Leadership examines the social and business issues that are critical to sport leadership so graduates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to seek leadership positions in all facets of the sports industry.  Students learn to connect leadership principles and knowledge of the sport industry operations to advance organizational objectives and support strategic initiative and learn to develop operational strategies necessary to foster a culture of collaboration, engagement, and tolerance within a sports organization.  Courses teach written and verbal communication and teach students to integrate research, leadership theory, and quantitative data to generate informed and socially responsible decisions.

Online sports administration degree benefits:

• Multiple start dates and small class sizes
• Hands-on experiential education
• Faculty with expertise in the field

The Micro-Certificate in Accounting online degree prepares students for entry-level positions in accounting.  The curriculum covers foundational skills that will help students make business decisions while also exploring the basic principles, practices, and theories of financial accounting.  Learn to use information internally for planning, controlling, and decision-making.  Courses, taught by experienced faculty, integrate theory with practice, providing students with real-world exposure. 

Topics covered include:

• Budget preparation
• Auditing
• Specialized accounting software
• Tax preparation

The Micro-Certificate in Business Communication, an online business communication degree, prepares students for success in their careers.  With communication being an integral component of business, this program makes students essential employees.  Courses, taught by experienced faculty, integrate theory with practice.  You will learn to perform important written and oral communication tasks in organizational or entrepreneurial settings in the modern global economy.  Gain real-world exposure through an experiential education model while balancing your career with your education.

The Micro-Certificate in Communication for Change, an online communication degree, prepares students for entry-level opportunities within accounting.  These credits can also be applied toward a future undergraduate degree.  

The curriculum features focused study in communications, teaching the foundational skills needed to communicate effectively in any industry.  Learn the basic principles, practices, and theories of communication, along with ways organizations use communication strategies to enable social change.  Courses, taught by experienced faculty with a blend of theory and practice, cover such topics as:

• Traditional communication methods
• Media use
• Stakeholder analysis
• Effective messaging for social change
• Rhetoric and composition

The Micro-Certificate in Foundational Operations & Supply Chain Management, an online operations management degree, prepares students to be problem-solvers for businesses.  Students study the issues facing modern business along with the business of operations and supply chain management.  The curriculum provides insight into fundamental concepts, management theory and skills that can be used in a wide variety of industries.  Courses will be:

• Spreadsheet Design for Business Solutions
• Operations & Supply Chain Management I
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Logistics

In addition to preparing for entry-level opportunities within the operations and supply chain management field, credits earned can be applied toward a future graduate degree in operations and supply chain management.

The Micro-Certificate in Quality Assurance in Hospitality, an online hospitality management degree, prepares students for leadership opportunities within the hospitality business model.  Credits earned can also be applied toward a future degree in hospitality. 

This program teaches students to solve problems in the service industry using Six Sigman and Learn principles in a curriculum that integrates theory with practice.  Courses teach students to build teams and hire and retain employees along with the technologies that increase efficiency and effectiveness.  Plus, experienced faculty use the pandemic as an opportunity to teach effective management and leadership of quality through and beyond a crisis.

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Network Engineering from Johnson & Wales University is an online computer science degree that prepares students for careers in a large variety of areas.  In computer science, students gain skills that can apply to many fields and industries, including business, economics, the sciences, mathematics, and more, so students can integrate this knowledge with other areas of interest.  You will improve problem-solving and algorithmic skills and technical abilities while studying computer internals and emerging developments in computer science, all of which can then be used in such programs as the online computer engineering degree.  

With a specialization in network engineering, you will examine how computer science drives networking enhancements, including application-aware networks, software-driven networks, advanced network security, and more.  Courses focus on finite state-based programming while also covering the evolution of network products, the software of switches and routers, and trends in software development.  Graduates on this online computer engineering degree will be prepared for careers working in network design, creating network products, and analyzing network problems in hardware and software.

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering from Johnson & Wales University is an online computer science degree that prepares students for careers in a large variety of areas.  In computer science, students gain skills that can apply to many fields and industries, including business, economics, the sciences, mathematics, and more, so students can integrate this knowledge with other areas of interest.  You will improve problem-solving and algorithmic skills and technical abilities while studying computer internals and emerging developments in computer science, all of which can then be used in such programs as the online software engineering degree.  

In this specialization, the core concepts of computer science are expanded upon as students learn the methods and tactics needed for large-scale software development.  Focus is placed on examining problem-solving methods, data-handling techniques, and programming skills needed for large-scale implementation.  Graduates of this online software engineering degree are prepared to join software development teams and contribute to software product development.

The online MBA from Johnson & Wales University offers a concentration in Information Security and Assurance for those interested in IT operations in businesses.  As technology advances and businesses begin gathering more information using data collection, organizations need skilled professionals capable of preserving, maintaining, and guarding these valuable assets.  The curriculum builds on a firm business administration foundation while exploring business continuity, incident response, cyberscience, and other aspects of IT operations so students are prepared to excel in the field.  You will take part in experiential education which provides real-world exposure while completing challenging coursework designed to build management skills.  Courses are taught by faculty who are industry experts with years of professional experience. 

Students will complete courses that include:

• Effective Leadership
• Foundations of Information Security Management
• Risk Management and Incident Response
• Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility and Law
• Cyber Science and IT Business Operations

The Master of Science in Data Analytics is an online data science degree from Johnson & Wales University.  In the modern world, businesses rely on data.  It is used to store information, find out what is working and what problems exist, and as a means of determining possible ways to improve the business’s profits.  With this degree, you will build management skills while learning how to move a business forward with decision making based on data.  Courses, taught by faculty who are industry experts with years of experience, are designed to challenge students while teaching them to tackle both technical and business issues posed by big data.  You will benefit from experiential education which provides students with real-world exposure before they complete their online data science degree.

In an age defined by rapid technological advancements and evolving challenges, the field of criminal justice stands at a pivotal crossroads. As crime rates increase and new forms of criminal behavior emerge, the demand for trained professionals equipped to navigate this complex landscape continues to grow. The online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program offers a flexible and accessible pathway for individuals seeking to advance their careers and make a difference in the criminal justice system.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Juvenile Justice Issues
• Advanced Administration of Criminal Justice
• Criminal Justice Research Methods

This online program can be completed in two years. The online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program represents a transformative shift in how we educate and train the next generation of criminal justice professionals. By combining academic excellence with flexibility and accessibility, this degree is breaking down barriers and empowering individuals to unlock their full potential in the pursuit of justice and security.

The online Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology prepares educators to develop innovative learning experiences for various businesses and universities. This online program combines learning theory with current technologies in corporations and higher education. Students benefit from faculty who are industry experts, challenging material, and real-world experience to bring into a career.

Courses for the online master’s degree program include, but are not limited to:

• Emerging trends in multimedia
• Strategic assessment and evaluation
• Theoretical foundations of learning, design, and technology

During the course of this online program, students will learn advanced software and incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Career opportunities available to graduates include Curriculum Director, Instructional Coordinator, Training Specialist, Business Development Manager, Instructional Content Designer, and more. By obtaining the online Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology, graduates can make a positive impact in education by designing future programs for companies and schools.

With the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration program, you will learn about key principles in both public health and business. Students will learn how to analyze situations and develop data-driven solutions to improve healthcare services.

Graduates of this program can go on to master’s degrees in areas such as health policy, management, public health, and more. This online Healthcare Administration degree also prepares you to immediately enter the workforce in roles such as hospital and nursing home administration, health marketing, consulting, program management, and quality improvement.

Coursework prepares you to:

• Examine the legal and ethical principles of healthcare organizations
• Understand the main factors affecting healthcare system financing and delivery
• Analyze data to create and implement effective healthcare policies
• Ensure cultural sensitivity in the provision of healthcare services

The online Bachelor of Science in Public Health program emphasizes the application and synthesis of knowledge and develops well-rounded graduates who are problem solvers and critical thinkers.  The curriculum prepares students for entry-level public health jobs in education, health promotion, research, monitoring and evaluation, and health and policy administration.  Courses include Determinates of Health, Cooking for Health & Wellness, Public Health, Global Health, and Epidemiology Comparative Healthcare Systems.

Students from all undergraduate backgrounds can further their understanding of nutrition in healthcare with the online Master of Science in Nutrition. Applicants without a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or dietetics may join the program after completing two foundational courses.

Students will learn how to evaluate their clients’ needs and provide comprehensive nutritional counseling. Courses examine complex nutrition concepts and challenges while incorporating current research. Graduates can find employment in clinical facilities, athletics, and corporate settings.

Classes in this online Nutrition degree cover topics such as:

• Macronutrients and micronutrients in human nutrition
• Nutrition for health and wellness
• Nutrition for athletic performance
• Nutritional counseling and education