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The online Social Justice Education Graduate Certificate focuses on the principles of social justice education that promote equitable, sustainable, and transformative change in various formal and non-formal educational settings.  The curriculum teaches individuals how to take theory to practice and collaboratively create meaningful and sustainable changes in communities and workplaces.  This program provides an interdisciplinary experience that helps individuals ensure all groups have the opportunity to receive resources equally; helps them better understand the world around them; and prepares them to recognize, name, and combat inequities in schools, communities, and society.

Kansas State University offers an online political science degree, the Master of Arts in Security Studies.  This degree in political science focuses on security studies in a rigorous, interdisciplinary program.  Courses offer a broad exploration of social science and historical methodologies while covering topics relating to security issues.  You will complete coursework primarily in the history and political science departments but will also draw on expertise and coursework from other disciplines. 

Graduates are prepared for careers in:

• Research
• Teaching
• Security
• International Affairs

The online Master of Music degree offers an emphasis on Music Education for music educators at all levels.  This degree in music improves the music educators’ knowledge of a variety of skills, techniques, and concepts in a hands-on, practical approach.  The program is dedicated to providing educational opportunities and resources to public school music programs and their instructors and to providing options and opportunities for educators to complete their advanced degrees.  With this music degree, courses emphasize personal growth and development as students work toward individual goals as well as applicability, practicality, flexibility, and accessibility.  

This program includes an intensive one-week summer session on Kansas State’s campus that is designed to provide specialized training in fundamental and practical areas of music.

The online Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Teaching Civics and Government satisfies a need for high quality professional development in civic education.  K-12 teachers will be able to advance their understanding of political ideas and how to teach them.  Courses will be taken in the core areas of curriculum, teaching and learning, diversity, educational technology, and research and scholarship.

Some of the classes include:

• Teaching citizenship
• Public policy issues and processes
• Methods and materials for civic education and engagement

Emphasis is placed on recent trends and developments in theory, practice, and research. There is a national need for top quality civic educators. Professional faculty work with students to achieve success in the classroom. Graduates move forward into rewarding careers in civics and government education.

Enroll in the online MS in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in World Modern Language from Kansas State University to advance your career opportunities. Students will study curriculum, learning styles, and teaching skills. Classes are designed to provide a contemporary perspective on teaching World Modern Language in K-12 classrooms.

Some of the courses include:

• World language education practicum
• Introduction to educational technology
• Culture and language in classroom practice

With a modern, relevant curriculum, students will learn new skills and techniques to bring to their own classrooms. Teachers will be ready to advance their careers upon completion. By obtaining the online master’s degree, graduates will be ready to pursue new goals in the field of education.

The Master of Science in Mass Communications is an online journalism degree from Kansas State University.  This journalism degree focuses on mass communications, covering topics such as strategic communication, health and science communication, and digital news and audiences.  You will find that this is a flexible and relevant degree in journalism with cutting-edge instruction that is designed to help you meet your goals.  The curriculum uses a mix of theoretical, empirical, and professional approaches to prepare students for evolving mass-media disciplines.  Graduates are prepared to work with the latest ideas and methods in mass communications.

The Primary Texts undergraduate certificate is an online English degree from Kansas State University.  This degree in English allows students to examine the works of well-noted thinkers in philosophy, politics, literature, and the sciences.  Primary sources include books and texts from experts in their fields.  By studying these sources in this English degree, you will learn to apply enlightened judgment in your professional, personal, and social life.  Students also learn skills in communication, problem-solving, and critical reasoning.  The curriculum includes three areas of study within the arts and sciences while focusing on primary historical sources.

Kansas State University offers a Bachelor of Science in Applied Business & Technology with a concentration in Applied Business degree online.  This program explores the fundamental areas in business, including finance, accounting, management, and marketing.  This degree is designed to give students a broad range of skills for practical applications in the diverse environment of the business world.  

This flexible online business degree allows you to advance your career without sacrificing your career or family life.  Study when and where it is convenient.

Kansas State University offers a Bachelor of Science in Applied Business & Technology with a concentration in Technology Management degree online.  The Technology Management track combines a technical area of concentration with advanced business studies by offering courses in management, accounting, marketing, and other critical elements of business.  Students with a degree in technology management are prepared for positions as:

• Product Developers
• Procurement Agents
• Sales Representatives 
• Analysts
• Environmental Technicians

This is an ideal program for those interested in transferring credits from a community college or technical school.  The flexibility of online learning makes it possible for students to earn their degree without sacrificing their careers or family lives.

Kansas State University offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Business Analytics degree online.  Courses provide a strong understanding of the fundamental areas of business while also examining the field of business analytics.  The curriculum includes courses in finance, accounting, management, and marketing.  The courses in the business analytics concentration will likely include:

• Marketing Analytics Fundamentals 
• Business Database Systems 
• Business Analytics and Data Mining 
• Social Media Analytics and Web Mining

Since this an online business analytics degree, students are able to study without sacrificing their jobs or family lives.

Jump start your career with the Kansas State University’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management degree online.  The online nature of the program ensures that you can study when it is convenient and anywhere there is a computer and an internet connection.  

An organization’s most valuable asset is its employees.  With this online human resource management degree, you will learn to work with these employees to ensure the smooth and successful running of your organization.  Courses will likely include:

• Organizational Behavior
• Human Resource Management 
• Management of Quality 
• Compensation and Performance Management

Kansas State University offers the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing degree online.  The curriculum begins by developing a strong foundation through general education requirements and fundamental business courses.  Then courses focus on the field of marketing, likely including:

• Consumer Behavior
• Fundamentals of Professional Selling
• International Marketing

Marketing connects your organization and its products or services with consumers.  This online marketing degree prepares students to successfully bridge this gap through advertising, social media campaigns, oral and written communication, and more.

A successful career may begin with Kansas State University’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Operations/Supply Chain Management degree.  This online operations management degree prepares students for the diverse business world.  The curriculum begins with foundational courses in business, covering such topics as accounting, management, marketing, and finance.  Students then complete concentration courses which likely include:

• Managerial Decision Analysis 
• Management of Quality 
• Business Project Management

Students enjoy the flexibility this online operations management degree provides.  This program is designed so that students can study without sacrificing their current careers and family lives.  In fact, as long as there is a computer and an internet connection, your classroom can be wherever you wish.

Kansas State University’s online Personal Financial Planning undergraduate degree program can set you on the path to an exciting career in the financial industry. As a student, you will tackle courses in family counseling and decision making, consumer economics, taxation, investments and more. A combined emphasis on understanding financial products and how they work, as well as the role of family in financial decisions, helps you build a solid foundation that prepares you to thrive in this in-demand profession.

Optimal careers include, but are not limited to:

• Banking
• Wealth management
• Estate planning
• Insurance
• Consumer affairs

The Doctor of Philosophy in Personal Financial Planning, a bachelor to PhD program, is an online finance degree.  This program is designed for working professionals, allowing students to earn a degree without sacrificing their careers and homes.  Through a flexible online curriculum students gain the knowledge and skills needed to be successful university faculty, directors of research, or practitioners of financial planning.  

While this is primarily an online finance degree, it is a hybrid program.  Courses in the fall and spring semesters are completed online while in the summer students participate in an intensive 10-day experience on campus.  Students will be able to form connections with faculty, peers, and the university, forming networks and connections that will be invaluable in future careers.

Kansas State University offers a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration degree online.  This program provides a foundation in the different functions within business administration, without the necessity to commit to an MBA.  You will learn about the basic functional areas of business administration and how each contributes to an effective business organization.  Courses will likely include:

• Foundations of Accounting 
• Foundations of Finance 
• Operations and Supply Chain Management 
• Managing Organizational Behavior 

This program can be applied toward the Professional Master of Business Administration (PMBA) at K-State.

The Graduate Certificate in Dialogue, Deliberation and Public Engagement is an online communications degree from Kansas State University.  The curriculum teaches students the skills and techniques needed to help lead diverse groups through change.  You will learn about the practice and theory of the field, engaging diverse stakeholder groups in public deliberation and collaborative decision-making.  Graduates are ready to serve their communities through effective facilitation, communication, and leadership.

This is a flexible online communications degree.  Not only can students study whenever and wherever they want, but they can also choose two of the four required courses from a group of electives.

The online post-baccalaureate merchandising certificate focuses on studies in consumer behavior, leadership, retail environment, and more. 

This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.

The online Merchandising program is offered through:

• Kansas State University
• North Dakota State University
• Oklahoma State University
• South Dakota State University
• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kansas State University offers the Graduate Certificate in Organizational Leadership degree online.  This certificate prepares students to be effective leaders for business teams at all organizational levels.  Students learn to take charge and provide for corporations, government agencies, or nonprofit organizations in new and better ways.  Coursework also develops skills in creating the structure of an organization, managing conflict, operating at an international level, and guiding decision-making and organizational management.  Graduates are ready to move into a higher-level leadership position.

Advance your career with the Graduate Certificate in Personal Financial Planning, an online finance degree from Kansas State University.  This program prepares students for success in financial planning.  This is a flexible degree, allowing students to study while working.  Courses combine self-study with an online mentoring classroom-type experience.  In as little as 14 months, students are ready for the CFP examination and to pursue such careers as:

• Wealth management
• Retirement planning
• Estate planning
• Personnel benefits
• Real estate

Credits from this degree can be applied toward the online master’s degree in personal financial planning at K-State.

Kansas State University offers an online Graduate Certificate in Public Administration that is designed to enhance the credentials of graduate students and working professionals. Students gain professional training in administration and a flexibility to specialize in an area of interest, as well as advanced knowledge in behavior, personnel, budgeting, leadership, and management.

Working professionals that might need a flexible program option and would best benefit from a public administration certificate online include those working in public organizations, infrastructure, non profits, social and emergency services.

Kansas State University offers an online accounting master's degree.  This degree is designed for professionals who are seeking careers as professional accountants in various industries and organizations.  Students are able to continue meeting personal and professional obligations while working toward successful careers in such industries as:

• Financial institutions
• Government
• Nonprofit organizations
• Public practices
• Accounting firms

The curriculum provides greater breadth and depth in accounting than a bachelor’s degree provides.  Courses cover various cutting-edge topics including accounting analytics, financial statement analysis, business valuation, and international taxation.

Graduates are qualified to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.

The merchandising master's degree program is designed to provide buying and selling knowledge that relates to consumer behavior, product design and development, issues in global trade and retail systems, professional leadership development and retail practice, theory and management.

This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.

The online Merchandising program is offered through:

• Kansas State University
• North Dakota State University
• Oklahoma State University
• South Dakota State University
• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kansas State University offers an online finance master's degree, the Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning.  Personal financial planners help families and individuals understand financial products, how they work, and the role of the family in making financial decisions.  K-State’s programs prepare students for careers in industry, banking, retirement planning, estate planning, personnel benefits, real estate, insurance, investments, and consumer affairs.  Graduates often find rewarding work in corporations or independent firms. 

There are three tracks to choose from, of which students choose two:

• Personal Financial Planning
• Financial Therapy
• Advanced Financial Planning

The Professional Master of Business Administration from Kansas State University is a degree tailored to your career aspirations.  Built on the knowledge you’ve garnered in your professional experience, and intended only for seasoned individuals, this PMBA program is structured around your goals.  The degree also has complete online flexibility, allowing you to learn around your current obligations.

The core curriculum includes accounting, finance, global chain management and IT studies among other courses.  In addition, K State’s PMBA incorporates a faculty-led overseas trip to gain first-hand, global business insight.  All classes are taken online, however there is a 2-day orientation held on-campus for networking and team building with your cohort.  There is also one professional development seminar held during your PMBA program.

The Certificate in Computer Science from Kansas State University is an online computer science degree.  If you are interested in beginning a career in the computer science field, this certificate is designed to help you develop the programming skills and knowledge needed.  You will study computer programming fundamentals and then move on to more advanced programming skills.  Courses also provide knowledge in data structure and algorithms.  Students will begin developing the knowledge and skills needed to develop and improve software systems and to solve complex computing problems.  By the time you complete this online computer science degree, you will have a strong foundation in the core knowledge of the field and be prepared for entry-level careers as software developers or with software developers in numerous industries and fields.

The Certificate in Data Analytics from Kansas State University is an online data science degree for those interested in careers in this field.  The amount of data on computers and online is growing, as is the need for businesses and organizations to have someone who can organize and interpret this data into something that they can use to improve themselves.  This degree begins to develop the skills needed to mine, manage, and interpret “big data” for these businesses and organizations.  

This certificate, like the graduate certificate in data analytics, covers both technical data science and data analytics.  However, this undergraduate certificate is an introduction to the field and does not go into nearly as much depth.  Data science covers such topics as the techniques, methods, and algorithms used to store, retrieve, manage, and compute data.  Applied analytics courses prepare students to apply computational methods toward business problems and communicate with stakeholders.

The Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics is an online data science degree from Kansas State University for those interested in careers in this field.  The amount of data on computers and online is growing, as is the need for businesses and organizations to have someone who can organize and interpret this data into something that they can use to improve themselves.  This degree develops the skills needed to mine, manage, and interpret “big data” for these businesses and organizations.  

Data analytics is a broad field, covering both technical data science and data analytics.  With this online data science degree, you will study both areas, gaining a well-rounded education in the field.  Data science covers such topics as the techniques, methods, and algorithms used to store, retrieve, manage, and compute data.  Applied analytics courses prepare students to apply computational methods toward business problems and communicate with stakeholders.

The Master of Science in Computer Science from Kansas State University is an online computer science degree for those interested in careers in this rapidly growing field.  Computers and artificial intelligence are part of our lives on a regular basis and continue to integrate themselves into our lives more and more, bringing with them careers in computer science.  With this degree you will complete a flexible, broad-based curriculum that prepares students to further their academic careers or to begin an advanced career in the computing industry in almost any business and industry.  Courses cover a variety of programming languages and operating systems along with the skills needed to build and maintain computer software.  However, there is a great deal of flexibility in the program, allowing you to customize the degree to meet your goals and interests from various systems-based, theoretical, and applied options. 

Students can choose from the following core areas of focus:

• Cybersecurity
• High assurance software engineering
• Cyber-physical systems
• Artificial intelligence and data science

You can prepare for work dedicated to improving young children’s lives with the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Kansas State. This online degree imparts the latest techniques to care for and teach children from birth through kindergarten.

Through the online early childhood education bachelor’s degree program, you also learn about special needs, developmental delays, and learning disabilities. The required field experience takes place in a school near you.

Your studies cover general education classes as well as professional studies in early childhood education. Topics of study include the following:

• Interaction techniques with young children
• Exceptional development
• Home, school, and community partnerships
• Behavior management

You can prepare for a career in education outside of the traditional classroom. The Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies from Kansas State offers a non-licensure path to such work.

Graduates succeed in such fields as:

• Educational policy
• International teaching
• Outdoor adventure and educational activities
• Training programs for the corporate world

Through the online general education coursework, you gain insights into the current state of education. You can customize your curriculum to meet your career goals through electives and your thematic focus. The formal internship can also be customized.

You can learn to challenge and inspire elementary-aged children with Kansas State’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. This online program utilizes the latest technology and trends in education for 21st-century learning.

The online elementary education bachelor’s degree provides online coursework and a field experience in a school near you. Through remote viewing, your instructors can motor and assess your teaching. The feedback will help you improve your teaching methods to excel in the classroom.

The online curriculum allows for many elective credits. With the help of your personal advisor, you can opt for a minor concentration. The professional education component of your program covers such topics as:

• Educational psychology
• Educational technology for teaching and learning
• Core teaching skills and lab
• Exceptional children in the classroom

Learn how to teach and create lessons online with the K-12 online teaching undergraduate certificate. In this program, students learn the best practices for online teaching, learning, course creation and design, learning management systems, and more. Students must be current in-service teachers or currently enrolled in a teacher education program at Kansas State. Applications are accepted year-round.

Some of the classes offered include:

• Online instructional design and development
• Introduction to online teaching and learning
• Practicum

Through this program, students will learn the necessary skills to design, implement, and teach effectively in virtual classrooms. Faculty and staff are experienced and ready to help students achieve success. Graduates of the online certificate in K-12 online teaching will be tech-savvy and up-to-date on current trends in online education.

The online Doctor of Education/Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction from Kansas State University enables students to develop a strong understanding of educational practice and apply research to practice. This online program develops educators who perceive, analyze, judge, perform, and act in their professional education environments. Students study philosophical, historical, political, linguistic, legal, and theoretical perspectives among others.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Data representation and writing in qualitative research
• Literature reviews for doctoral research
• Experimental design in educational research

Completion of this program can expand skills as a K-12 teacher or administrator, or as a college/university faculty member. Graduates will bring new ideas and perspectives to their classrooms. The online Doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction will help graduates achieve their career goals.

The online Doctor of Education in Adult Learning and Leadership program focuses on current issues and challenges faced by those who work with adults, preparing them for careers in which the application of adult learning principles, leadership, theories, and research is important.  The curriculum is broad and human-centered, allowing each individual to select courses that best meet his or her professional goals.  Specializations are also available in leadership, teaching and learning, technology, community development, training, or workforce development.

The online Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Kansas State University is designed to prepare skilled practitioners of educational research and leadership. Classes promote the success of all students in different areas. Students study the philosophical, historical, socio-cultural and psychological aspects of the practice of education.

A sample of courses includes:

• Leadership for diverse populations
• Scholarly orientation to graduate studies
• Ethical dimensions of educational leadership

Graduates of this online program typically serve as K-12 administrators, applied researchers, or college and university faculty members. Graduates will be able to successfully apply their newfound skills and knowledge to job roles. The online doctoral program in Educational Leadership is the right program for students seeking a rewarding career in education.

The online Doctor of Philosophy in Adult Learning and Leadership program focuses on current issues and challenges faced by those who work with adults, preparing them for careers in which the application of adult learning principles, leadership, theories, and research is important.  The curriculum is broad and human-centered, allowing each individual to select courses that best meet his or her professional goals.  Specializations are also available in leadership, teaching and learning, technology, community development, training, or workforce development.

The online Graduate Certificate in Academic Advising program prepares professionals who are entering the field of academic advising to expand their knowledge of topics relevant to the field.  The program is also beneficial to practicing academic advisors, administrators, and faculty interested in becoming more knowledgeable in these areas.  Topics covered include learning theory, student development theory, multicultural issues, career development, and foundations of academic advising.

Career opportunities for graduates include jobs in:

• Trade schools
• Community colleges
• Private institutions

Focus is placed on theories and foundations of academic advising. Students benefit from the many online resources available, as well as the professional faculty at Kansas State University. Obtaining the online Graduate Certificate in Academic Advising can give graduates a competitive advantage in the job market. Graduates will be equipped to tackle challenges and opportunities in the field of academic advising.

The online Graduate Certificate in Adult Learning program assists working professionals who would like to expand their skills in the areas of adult curriculum design, learning theories, teaching methods, and program evaluation. The curriculum emphasizes how adult learning principles and instructional methods can strengthen the skills of trainers and educators who provide educational opportunities for adult learners.  

Graduates are employed as:

• Human resource managers
• Business, industry, and nonprofit executives
• Community college professionals

Courses emphasize program planning, characteristics of adult learners, integrating technology into the curriculum, adult learning motivation, and more. Experienced faculty bring relevant discussions to the classroom. Graduates of the online Graduate Certificate in Adult Learning move forward into rewarding careers helping to educate adults.

The online Graduate Certificate in Educational Technology program is designed for teachers interested in advancing their instructional design knowledge or earning additional teaching endorsements.  The curriculum provides knowledge in instructional design models, including the research, theory, instructional strategies, and technologies the models embody, and in the development of online learning course design, including workshops, webinars, and other technology-enhanced instruction.  Coursework also focuses on the study and ethical practice of facilitating learning and improving performance and in best practices in the redesign of existing instruction.

The online Graduate Certificate in Leadership Dynamics for Adult Learners is designed for working professionals who aspire to be leaders or have found themselves in leadership positions and want to be more effective in leading and interacting with people.  The curriculum focuses on the human aspects of leadership, such as emotional intelligence, conflict management, and staff management, so students are better prepared to motivate, engage, build, and lead effective teams.  Graduates will be prepared to lead teams effectively in a variety of professions.

The online Graduate Certificate in Qualitative Research from Kansas State University allows students the opportunity to fill the demand for qualified, trained, and experienced qualitative researchers. Students will learn new skills that relate to careers in academia, business, marketing, public health, and more. Students learn to look at and facilitate scholarly qualitative research from a social science perspective.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Narrative inquiry
• Discourse analysis
• Differentiated research

The online graduate certificate in qualitative research can lead to positions in government agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, marketing firms, research industries, and consulting firms. Students enrolled in the online graduate certificate program enjoy access to many online resources and various networking opportunities. Graduates will be well prepared to change careers or move upward in current careers with the skills and knowledge acquired through the qualitative research online graduate program.

The online Graduate Certificate in Social Justice Education prepares students to create meaningful and sustainable changes in various communities. Students will learn how to ensure all groups have access to resources equally. Emphasis is placed on what needs to be done to address inequality.

Required courses include:

• Foundations of Social Justice Education: Research, Theory, and Practice
• Reflective Practice in Social Justice Education

Graduates are able to pursue careers in sociology, counseling, advising, education, social work, family studies, and more. This online program will help students recognize and combat inequities in neighborhoods, schools, communities, and society. The online graduate certificate in social justice education enables graduates to become leaders for change.

The online Graduate Certificate in Teaching Students with Autism from Kansas State University allows students to gain the skills needed to provide special education services and programs for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This certificate does not result in an ASD endorsement. This online graduate certificate is designed to extend education for those who have completed a master’s degree program or those who are currently enrolled in the Master of Science in Special Education at Kansas State.

A sample of the courses includes:

• Interventions: Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Interventions: Low Incidence Special Education
• Advanced Practicum: Autism Spectrum Disorder

This program is offered 100% online for convenience and flexibility. Students have access to many resources, including experienced faculty and staff. The online Graduate Certificate in Teaching Students with Autism prepares graduates for successful careers educating special education students and students with autism.

The online Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education prepares individuals with bachelor’s degrees outside the field of education who want to become teachers for grades K-6.  Individuals learn techniques that allow them to help children as they build foundational ideas, skills, and attitudes that shape their future educations and adult lives.  All of the courses in the program are required and include Social Foundations of Education; Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment; Teaching Diverse Learners; and Teaching Social Studies, Reading, and Literacy in the Elementary School.

The online master’s degree in teaching elementary education offers:

• Scholarships and financial aid
• Elementary residency option
• Specially designed for career changers

The online MAT follows a cohort model. Students will learn how to teach diverse learners, assessment of student progress, and will complete a master’s project. Graduates will be ready to teach and guide the next generation of learners.

The online Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education prepares individuals to become secondary school educators. Students can specialize in English, social studies, agricultural education, modern language, or mathematics. This program is offered 100% online for flexibility and convenience.

Classes include, but are not limited to:

• Action research in education
• Teaching practicum
• Curriculum, instruction, and assessment

The online master’s degree program follows a cohort model. Students will learn how to teach a diverse population of learners, assessment of student progress, and will complete a final project. Graduates will be equipped to teach learners of all backgrounds.

The online Master of Science in Academic Advising program is designed for practicing academic advisors and administrators looking to further their educations.  The program also helps university faculty seeking advising knowledge beyond their discipline and students anticipating academic advising roles.  The curriculum provides advisors with the skills needed for effective academic advising, such as the ability to recognize and utilize contributions of diversity, theory, practice, and research.  The program prepares advisors to contribute to the development and learning of college students through informed advising practice.

The online Master of Science in Adult Learning and Leadership program is designed for working professionals with careers that involve working with adults in educational and training situations.  Students have the opportunity to tailor the program of study to their professional needs and can also choose to complete an online graduate certificate.  Courses include Introduction to Adult Learning and Leadership, Characteristics of the Adult Learner, Critical and Social Issues in Adult Learning, and Program Planning in Adult Learning and Leadership.

Adult instruction involves:

• Designing programs
• Technology integration
• Leadership

Career opportunities available to graduates include jobs in the military, government facilities, Human Resources departments, community colleges, nonprofits, and private industries. Graduates will have the necessary experience and training to take into the workforce. Graduates become advocates for lifelong learning with this online master’s degree.

The online Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Educational Technology is for educators who want to develop instruction using learning technologies.  The curriculum teaches educators how to facilitate learning and improve performance by creating, using, and managing appropriate technological processes and resources.  Students can apply these skills in education, use them to become technology directors and instructional designers, or can choose to complete doctoral study in this area for work in higher education at the community college or university level.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Principles of assessment
• Curriculum development
• Instructional systems design

Emphasis is placed on trends and developments in practice, research, and theory. Highly experienced faculty bring relevant knowledge and practical skills to students. Every student will take the master’s project, but may choose between master’s report or master’s thesis. Graduates will have a competitive advantage in the job market and move on to rewarding careers in educational technology.

The online Curriculum and Instruction Master’s Degree with a concentration in Elementary and Middle Level is intended for elementary and middle school teachers who teach more than one subject. Core and elective courses focus on curricular issues of the subjects. This master’s degree program is offered 100% online for the flexibility and convenience of students. 

Classes include, but are not limited to:

• Improving science teaching
• Contemporary issues in social studies
• Teaching in middle schools

Experienced and knowledgeable faculty are eager to assist students and are committed to their success. Students enjoy many online resources and networking opportunities as part of the online master’s degree program. Graduates move into successful teaching careers by having gained new knowledge and skills in elementary and middle school education.

The online Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction with a specialization in English as a Second Language (ESL) is designed for educators seeking to increase their knowledge and learn new strategies for working with culturally and linguistically diverse students, and to assist students in continuing to make academic progress while they learn the English language.  The ESL program creates an opportunity to excel when working with specialized student populations, while striving to meet federal and state educational mandates.  The program has been developed for teachers at all grade levels and content areas.

Some of the courses include:

• Culture and language in classroom practice
• Comparative philosophies of education
• Multicultural issues in teaching

The ESL curricula is aligned to national standards and benchmarks. Students enjoy the benefits of experienced faculty, online resources, and networking with other professionals. Graduates take valuable new skills into their careers. With the online master’s degree in Curriculum and Insruction with the ESL specialization, graduates will be ready to make a difference in the lives of ESL student populations.

The online Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Learning Skills and School Improvement is designed for working teachers, providing a pathway to degree completion and critical skills for today’s schools and students.  The curriculum leverages interactive technologies to increase student achievement and teacher retention while focusing on creating change agents in school districts who will enhance the quality of student learning. 

Students can choose from three curriculum tracks:

• Learning Skills and School Improvement
• Add a Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership
• Reading Specialist Endorsement

Class topics include learning models, educational research, curriculum development, study skills, teaching methods, and more. This program is for teachers interested in advancing their current knowledge, or who are interested in earning additional teaching endorsements. Engaging discussions and relevant topics are brought to students by experienced and professional faculty. Graduates of the online master’s degree program in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Learning Skills and School Improvement will move into rewarding careers helping to improve educational institutions.

The online Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in Mathematics Education program is designed for teachers interested in advancing their knowledge in the field of education or in earning additional teaching endorsements.  The curriculum develops a deeper foundation for understanding the teaching and learning of K-12 mathematics and explains historical and contemporary issues in mathematics education.  Students learn about the Common Core State Standards while emphasizing standards for mathematical practice.

Classes include, but are not limited to:

• Middle-level mathematics for teachers
• Assessment in mathematics education
• Research in mathematics learning and teaching

This online master’s degree program is highly rated by U.S. News and World Report. Students benefit from experienced faculty, many online resources, networking opportunities, and practical tools. There is a high demand for mathematics teachers. Graduates can put their skills to use by helping educate student populations on mathematical concepts.

Enroll in an online Curriculum & Instruction / Middle-Level/Secondary master’s degree and advance your professional opportunities. This specialization is designed for middle-level and secondary teachers to enhance their knowledge about their teaching field. K-State’s online degrees are highly rated by U.S. News and World Report.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Instructional systems design
• Curriculum course in the teaching field
• Culture and language in classroom practice

This specialization is for teachers who teach in one subject field. Dedicated faculty help to ensure each student’s progress. By obtaining the online master’s degree, graduates can improve their teaching skills and make a positive impact on the lives of students.

The online Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Reading Specialist program prepares participants to serve and positively impact children and young adults as reading specialists and provide support and intervention for struggling readers.  The curriculum prepares participants to expand literacy knowledge to individuals and educational institutions through literacy leadership and provides experience in teaching reading and differentiating instruction to provide support and intervention for readers at all levels.  As reading specialists, graduates will provide ongoing professional development as literacy leaders within schools.

Classes include, but are not limited to:

• Literacy assessment
• Approaches to reading instruction
• Theoretical models of reading

Students may choose to take the Master’s Project or the Master’s Thesis. Emphasis is placed on educational technology, research, scholarship, diversity, curriculum, teaching, and learning. At Kansas State, faculty are experienced professionals who are eager to help students succeed. Graduates can enjoy lifelong careers helping students improve reading and literacy.

Enroll in the online MS in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in Reading and Language Arts to advance your professional opportunities. Emphasis is placed on practice, theory, and research. This online program is designed for individuals with a background in education.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting struggling readers
• Reading and writing connections
• Tradebooks across the curriculum

Other courses may be approved by an advisor. Students will expand their knowledge and technical skills in the area of reading and language arts instruction. Graduates will have a competitive advantage in the job market with a master’s degree.

The online Master of Science in Early Childhood Education from Kansas State University offers valuable knowledge and techniques for developing child educational policy. The information this online program provides is also useful for classroom teaching. Graduates will be eligible to apply for a Teaching License for Early Childhood in the state of Kansas. This license transfers to other states, although additional tests may be required.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Contemporary family theories
• Play facilitation
• Child development

Online classes are taught by dedicated professionals who are eager to help students succeed. Graduates may go on to work in kindergarten classrooms, community agencies, school administration, parent programs, and others. With the online master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, graduates can successfully navigate the education field and help younger students begin the path of learning.

The online Master of Science in Educational Leadership prepares education advocates to successfully educate K-12 students. Students of this online program will study curriculum design, leadership styles, technology, and effective communication. Recognizing that strong leaders are needed in schools, the online master’s degree program in Educational Leadership focuses on the challenges and management of student populations.

Some of the courses include:

• School-community relations
• Leadership for special populations
• Educational law

Online classes are taught by experienced professionals who are dedicated to the success of students. Graduates may go on to work in schools as administrative professionals such as Principals and Vice Principals. With the online master’s degree in Educational Leadership, graduates can look forward to a lifelong rewarding career educating the population.

The online Master of Science in Special Education features two levels of specialization, high incidence special education, and low incidence special education. Emphasis is placed on social and emotional learning, communication, and empathy. Students can take advantage of the many online resources available at Kansas State University.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Characteristics of exceptionalities
• Technology for special education
• Emotional and behavioral disorders

Classes are taught by dedicated faculty who are eager to help students reach their goals. Graduates may go on to work in a variety of service options delivering special education, such as resource programs, inclusion settings, or self-contained programs. With the online master’s degree in Special Education, graduates can be powerful motivators that help students with their learning journeys.

You can gain expertise in artificial intelligence frameworks with the Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology / Machine Learning & Autonomous Systems from Kansas State University. This online manufacturing engineering program enhances productivity in such fields as transportation, healthcare, space exploration, and more.

Through the online manufacturing engineering program, you experience hands-on learning while gaining advanced, in-depth knowledge. Your coursework focuses on the design, development, and deployment of autonomous systems. Graduates find success in such roles as:

• AI engineers
• Data scientists
• AI data analysts
• Machine learning engineers

You can become a leader in the space industry with the Graduate Certificate in Space Systems & Operations from Kansas State University. This online aerospace engineering program imparts knowledge in such areas as:

• Communications
• Orbital mechanics
• Space operations in open and contested environments
• Threats and vulnerabilities to space systems
• The chemistry and physics of the space environment

Through the online aerospace engineering graduate program, you learn to support space missions in the commercial and civil space sectors. You gain expertise in the design, dynamics, operations, and materials of space systems. Launch your career with this online space systems certificate.

The online MEM degree program from Kansas State University is designed to equip practicing engineers with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist them in effectively managing engineers and other technical resources to accomplish complex technical tasks. The curriculum assists students in:

• Developing an economic, technical, and human resource perspective for the technical managerial decisions they will face
• Being equipped to react to changes in domestic and international markets, workforce dynamics, and emerging technologies
• Being able to plan for the future success of their business

You can elevate your career with the Master of Science in Aeronautics from Kansas State University. This online aerospace engineering graduate program caters to those with a BS in engineering or technology.

Through the online aerospace engineering program, students may choose a thesis or non-thesis option. Another choice awaits you with the particular focus of your education. You may choose to study aerospace certification or leadership and policy within this field.

Possible careers include:

• Inspector
• Operations supervisor
• Director of safety
• Business manager

You can gain expertise in sustainable energy and chemicals with the Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from Kansas State University. This online chemical engineering graduate program leads to such worthy pursuits as:

• Safeguarding the environment
• Producing better medicines
• Improving homeland security

Through the online chemical engineering master’s program, you acquire the skills for work in government, academia, or industry. Graduates enjoy success in agriculture, energy, manufacturing, biotechnology, and more.

You can help meet the demands of a growing world population with the Master of Science in Civil Engineering. This online civil engineering graduate program focuses on improvements and maintenance in structural, environmental, and transportation infrastructure.

With five areas of concentration available, you can customize your studies to meet your goals and interests. You can choose from such areas as: 

• Water resources
• Transportation
• Structural
• Geotechnical, and 
• Environmental

You can improve your skills with the Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering from Kansas State University. This online electrical engineering graduate program offers two tracks:

• Electric power systems with advanced coursework in power system design, distribution, and quality
• Communications and networking with advanced coursework in network theory, wireless communications, and modern computer networks

Through the online electrical engineering master’s program, graduates enjoy opportunities as design, project, and reliability engineers. Other possible positions include research and development engineers, systems design engineers, and test engineers.

You can train to solve complex business problems with the Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from Kansas State University. This online industrial engineering graduate program teaches mathematical, analytical, and scientific skills to save time and money in operations.

Through the online industrial engineering program, you learn to eliminate wastefulness and increase efficiency. You may focus your studies through elective choices such as:

• Work environments
• Big data analytics
• Engineering project management
• Advanced engineering economics

You can train to think and work systematically with the Master of Science in Integrated Systems Design & Dynamics from Kansas State University. This online industrial engineering master’s program provides vital skills for business, technical, engineering, and science positions.

Through the use of technical cybernetics, the online industrial engineering graduate program focuses on the design and development of the following:

• Space systems
• Autonomous systems
• Integrated machine learning systems
• Cyber, cybernetic, and cyberphysical systems

Take your career to the next level with the Bachelor of Science in Dietetics.  This online nutrition degree teaches students to turn the science of nutrition into practical ways to enhance others’ health.  Help others with their wellness, illnesses, and stages of the lifecycle.  

This degree prepares students to become registered dietitians (RD) by becoming health professionals with specific training in both foods and nutrition.  Graduates are eligible to apply to supervised practice in the field which leads to eligibility for the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing exam to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).

Advance your career with the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree online.  Examine physical activity, particularly as it ranges from basic mechanisms of movement to complex dynamics.  Gain an understanding of the importance of physical activity on human health and well-being.  The curriculum is a combination of biomechanical, physiological, and sociological perspectives, examining physical activity from cell to society. 

Examine the importance of physical activity on such parts of life as:

• Exercise
• Daily living
• Play
• Sport 
• Work

In addition to exercise-related careers, graduates also go on to health professional and graduate school.

Help others improve their health with the Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Health.  This online nutrition degree prepares you to educate others about the benefits of nutrition and healthy behaviors.  Explore the science of food and nutrition and the effects of food on our health.  Customize the program to meet your career goals by choosing courses in topics that include:

• Personal wellness
• Allergies and intolerances
• Nutrition for athletes
• Clinical nutrition
• Health care organization administration

Graduates are able to develop community programs that promote nutrition, conduct research on various issues related to nutrition and health, and work with special groups who are at risk for nutrition-related health problems.

This online nutrition degree also serves as a preparatory degree for those who are pre-physician assistant, pre-nursing, pre-dental, pre-Master of Public Health, and more.

Advance your career with the Graduate Certificate in Public Health.  This online public health degree prepares you to make a difference in the lives of others and in your community.  Gain a foundation in the five core areas of public health:

• Biostatistics
• Epidemiology
• Environmental health
• Health services administration
• Behavioral sciences

In addition to this solid foundation, students also improve their skills in communication, leadership, policymaking, data surveillance, and collection.

The online nature of this degree ensures that while you are preparing for your future you are able to continue with your current career.

The online Master of Public Health degree prepares you to make a difference in your community.  Focus is placed on preventing injury and disease, teaching you how to design and implement strategies and interventions to protect and improve community health.  Learn to address the physical, social, and environmental determinants of health at the population level through evidence-based research and disease prevention. 

Choose between two areas of emphasis:

• Food Safety and Biosecurity focuses on food safety, globalization, and the influence of international trade on public health
• Public Health Nutrition examines the role of nutrition in public health and population-based nutrition programs

Prepare for your future with the Master of Science in Nutrition, Dietetics, & Sensory Sciences.  With this online nutrition degree flexibility and customization are the main feature.  This degree can be used for a variety of disciplines within the nutrition field.  Depending on you background, interests, and career goals you can choose a concentration that meets your needs. 

Concentrations are available in:

• Sensory analysis and consumer behavior
• Nutrition and exercise sciences
• Nutritional sciences and dietetics
• Public health nutrition
• Nutrition education and communication

The online nature of this degree ensures you can balance your education, career, and other obligations.  Choose between three options to complete your degree, a thesis, a report, or coursework with an oral and a written exam.

You can take your career to new heights with the Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Technology from Kansas State University. This online aviation program covers STEM skills, politics, engineering, and business practices. You may choose a concentration area of aviation management or professional aviation.

Through the online aviation program, you focus on infrastructure and industry development trends. Learning from industry professionals and leaders provides a unique advantage to your qualifications. As this field is experiencing unprecedented growth, job opportunities abound. Graduates find employment in such areas as:

• Business aviation
• Federal Aviation Administration
• Transportation Security Administration
• Airports and airlines

You can customize the path to your future with the Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences & Industry from Kansas State University. This online animal science program provides courses on foundational science and animal biology. From there, you select your focus from such areas as:

• Animal products
• Agribusiness
• Communications and marketing
• Production management

Another option of this online animal science program is the science/pre-veterinary option for those with plans for further education. Graduates find success working in food safety, product development, animal health, and more.

You can prepare for a career in food development and production with the Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Industry / Food Business & Operations Management from Kansas State University. This online agriculture education program offers two areas of emphasis—industry and technology or food business and operations management.

Through the online agriculture program, you build a foundation in food chemistry, nutrition, processing, and product development. Graduates find success in such roles as:

• Quality assurance
• Food manufacturing
• Research and product development
• Selling, merchandising, and advertising

You can steer your career toward technical roles in food production with the Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Industry / Technology from Kansas State University. This online agricultural education program provides a background in nutrition, food safety, chemistry, and more. 

Through this online agriculture program, you gain a solid foundation in food science. Besides other electives, you also can choose from electives in processing, such as:

• Meat science
• Cereal science
• Pet food processing
• Poultry products technology

The online Certificate in Food Safety & Quality program from Kansas State University provides scientific and practical knowledge about food products and processes, preparing students for entry-level positions in food science. As part of this online food safety program, you will explore food processing and microbiology, in addition to electives such as meat science and human nutrition.

Gain the skills and knowledge to further your career in food management and manufacturing, including industries that produce:

• Poultry
• Meat
• Dairy
• Fruits and vegetables

The Certificate in Swine Science program is designed to ensure that the pork industry is led and managed by individuals who have broad educational and production experiences that have prepared them for these roles. The curriculum teaches scientific principles and management skills involved in pork production for an efficient and sustainable operation. 

This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.

You can fill an enormous need for skilled professionals with the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Air Mobility. This online aviation graduate program benefits those interested in aerospace communications.

Through the online aeronautical engineering program, you will participate in the progressive evolution of the aerospace industry with expertise in electromagnetic threats. Topics of study include such areas as:

• System architectures
• Aerospace communication systems
• Guidance and navigation systems
• Electromagnetic threats and mitigation design

The Certificate in Advanced Horticulture provides the basic knowledge and skills required to master advanced practices and principles in horticulture and is an excellent foundation for horticultural management positions, teaching, or graduate school. Courses cover:

• Plant physiology, nutrition, and irrigation science
• Nursery, greenhouse, and edible food crop production
• Horticultural business management 

This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.

You can prevent hostile counterintelligence attacks with the Graduate Certificate in Aerospace Cyber Operations from Kansas State University. This online aviation graduate program prepares you for safe drone operations.

As part of the online aviation graduate program, you learn steps to avoid cyberattacks. Other outcomes include:

• Open-source surveillance
• Sense and avoid systems
• Intelligence in identifying cyber threats, vulnerabilities, countermeasures, and impact

You can gain expertise in the FAA’s product certification process with the Graduate Certificate in Aerospace Safety. This online aviation graduate program benefits aviation and aerospace professionals with learning the regulatory requirements needed to bring products to market.

Through the online aeronautical engineering program, you learn skills in high demand in this industry. The online courses cover such topics as:

• Aircraft type certification
• Advanced aircraft certification
• Aircraft regulations and certification
• Aerospace safety management systems

With the Graduate Certificate in Animal Health Management from Kansas State University, you can learn to make better decisions to benefit your company’s bottom line. This online animal science graduate program addresses such key issues as:

• Industry volatility
• Veterinary epidemics
• Workforce diversification
• Pharmaceutical impact on food supplies

As part of this online animal science program, you will study agribusiness financial management and economics as well as sales and marketing for this sector. You can increase your marketability with the knowledge and skills learned through this online program.

You can become a master of compliance with the Graduate Certificate in Animal Health Regulatory Affairs from Kansas State University. This online animal science graduate program arose from a need within the industry to help animal health professionals navigate the processes and regulations established by the government.

Through the online animal science program, you will learn the policies and regulatory requirements of the EPA, FDA, and USDA, as well as how to communicate with these agencies. Other studies include such topics as:

• Product lifecycle development
• Global strategies
• Regulatory development of animal pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and biologics

The data doesn’t lie. You can advance your career with the Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics from Kansas State University. This online mathematics graduate program provides coursework in such topics as:

• Regression and analysis of variance
• Multivariate statistical methods
• Analysis of messy data
• Biostatistics

Through the online mathematics program, you learn new proficiencies to enhance research. You can find success working for universities, research industries, and government agencies.

The Certificate in Food Safety & Defense program is designed to complement a graduate degree or provide working professionals in the food industry with the tools needed to advance their careers and protect the human food supply. The curriculum covers topics like food microbiology, foodborne toxicants, food laws, and rapid food microbiological methods. 

This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.

The Certificate in Grassland Management provides current and future grassland professionals with a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on the conservation, utilization, and sustainability of managed grassland systems. 

This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.

You can tackle world hunger with the Graduate Certificate in Urban Food Systems. This online agricultural graduate program provides systems-level expertise into the political, cultural, economic, and environmental roles of urban food systems.

Through the online agriculture program, you can find sustainable solutions to feeding the 80% of people who live in cities. Besides core courses in urban agriculture and food systems, you can select electives from such topics as:

• Leadership
• Farm-to-fork produce safety
• Sustainable communities
• Functional Foods for Chronic Disease Prevention

You can gain expertise in the fast-paced agriculture marketplace with the Master of Agribusiness from Kansas State University. This online agriculture graduate program provides a flexible format for professionals in animal health, food, and farming.

Presented through a hybrid format, students attend residential campus sessions for academic, personal, and professional growth. As part of the online agricultural business administration program, you will enjoy experienced faculty, the latest technology for eLearning, and advanced coursework. Topics of study include:

• Applied econometric analysis
• Managing organizational behavior
• Market concepts and research
• Comparative food and agriculture systems

Kansas State University offers an M.S. in Agricultural Education. This online agriculture master’s degree is designed for educators, employees of state and federal agencies, and associated professionals who administer agricultural education programs. Core coursework includes topics in research and methods, while electives range from adult education and leadership to communications and interpreting statistical data. The program culminates in a thesis, project, or exam. 

This program is offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA); regionally accredited schools working in partnership to provide students with online opportunities. Students apply at their school of choice.

You can earn your professional science master’s degree (PSM) with the Master of Science in Applied Biosciences from Kansas State University. This online biotechnology master’s program fuses food safety and animal health knowledge with professional skills to prepare you for supervisory or managerial roles.

Through the online biotechnology graduate program, you earn an industry-focused degree valued by many employers. Besides studying accounting, biostatistics, and business strategy, your online studies cover such topics as:

• Project management
• Informatics and technology management
• Operations and supply chain management
• Globalization, cooperation, and the food trade

You can train for roles in the food industry with the Master of Science in Food Science from Kansas State University. This online agriculture graduate program covers the steps needed to produce safe, wholesome products.

As part of this online agricultural education program, you focus on such subjects as:

• Food chemistry
• Food microbiology
• Food processing
• Sensory analysis

Graduates work with commodities from cereal to dairy to meat products. Possible roles include quality assurance, technical service, sales and public relations, as well as research and development.

The online Operations Research master’s degree from Kansas State explores an interdisciplinary field of applied mathematics used to optimize decision-making. Students learn to use operations research models, which are utilized in nearly every sector of society to conserve money, time, and effort.

Graduates are employed in a wide range of industries, including:

• Airlines
• Financial companies
• Governmental agencies
• Consulting companies
• Transportation agencies

This fully online BS in Human Development & Family Sciences is a flexible undergraduate program giving you the opportunity to branch out into different careers.  In essence, the degree explores how to implement and evaluate services and programs for families.  So, whether you plan a career in counseling, administration, social services or nonprofit work, this degree can give you a firm foothold.  When you have earned this online bachelor’s, you’ll have the qualifications to provisionally have a Certified Family LIfe Education designation (CFLE) by the National Council on Family Relations.  Coursework usually comprises:

• Middle Childhood and Adolescence
• Family Theory and Science
• Helping Relationships

The online BS in Social Science from K-State enables you to earn an interdisciplinary degree that can be used in a multitude of careers.  From counselor to lobbyist, you can gain a strong educational foundation in this program that incorporates a substantial number of electives to align with your interests and career goals.  As a purely online bachelor’s, there are numerous elective areas in this degree that include:

• Psychology
• Political Science
• Mass Communications
• Anthropology
• Economics
• Geography
• History

This online Certificate in Conflict Resolution can help you become a more effective communicator. Offered completely through distance learning at K-State, this program is useful for any professional who has a counseling or communication role.  Students gain a deep understanding of the dynamics of conflict and how to manipulate these factors towards resolution.  Electives you can choose from may include:

• Family Mediation
• Organizational Conflict
• Violence Prevention and Intervention

Perhaps also called an undergraduate program of peace, this online Certificate in Nonviolence Studies focuses on tranquility and change.  K-State’s coursework explores how to change the underlying conditions beneath violence, war, abuse of power, bullying and more.  You can use this in roles to change relationships and society for the better.  The curriculum likely comprises:

• Applied Nonviolence
• Conflict across Cultures and Contexts
• Core Conflict Resolution

This online graduate Certificate in Community Development will build upon your education and professional experience, as you learn how to integrate infrastructure that builds inclusiveness and prosperity into communities.  Through resource management, social action, economic analysis and more, you’ll be prepared to take on leadership roles within nonprofits, government, academia and other organizations.  Offered through K-State and the Great Plains IDEA, this advanced online certificate can be earned in one or two semesters and entails coursework such as:

• Organizing for Community Change
• Foundations of Community Development
• Community Leadership and Capacity Building

This online graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution can help you become a more effective human resources manager within your organization.  Offered through distance learning at K-State, this program is equally useful for any professional who has a counseling role, to understand the dynamics of conflict and how to manipulate these dynamics towards resolution.  Electives you can choose from may include:

• Family Mediation
• Organizational Conflict
• Violence Prevention and Intervention

As the first program of its kind, K-State offers an online graduate Certificate in Financial Therapy.  The curriculum is designed to give counselors and advisors insight to the psychological aspects of personal finance.  Elements of behavior, cognition and relationships are explored in this unique certificate.  Coursework generally entails:

• Money and Relationships
• Applied Behavioral Finance
• Financial Ethics and Mediation

Want to make a difference in a child’s life?  Consider this online graduate certificate to become a Youth Development Specialist.  You’ll gain insight to the latest trends and issues that affect youth development, helping you become more effective in your role. You will learn the best practices of how to lend social, emotional and cognitive support to adolescents on their road to success.  The contemporary skills and knowledge base acquired through this program, offered by Kansas State and other partners of the Great Plains IDEA, can be used by human services, social workers, counselors and other professionals. Coursework likely offered within this unique online certificate, includes:

• Youth Policy
• Community Youth Development
• Adolescents and Their Families

With the aim to create societies that are equitable, sustainable and just, is this online MS in Community Development from Kansas State.  As an advanced program offered by the Great Plains IDEA, this specialization is part of an interdisciplinary graduate degree.  It is ideal for those individuals who want to bring about positive change and want to integrate infrastructure that brings about inclusivity and prosperity to communities.  Through resource management, social action, economic analysis and more, you’ll be able to take on leadership roles within nonprofits, government, academia and other organizations.  Coursework likely includes:

• Organizing for Community Change
• Community Analysis
• Community and Natural Resource Management

K-State, along with partners of the Great Plains IDEA, offers this online MS in Family & Community Services.  Whether you want to expand your professional skills or continue your education to serve others within your community, this degree can help you advance your career.  It offers you the flexibility to learn remotely, in a 100% distance learning environment.  As an advanced degree this online master's will support careers in:  counseling, nonprofits, child development centers, military services, county and state agencies and more.  You’ll gain insight into family and community dynamics, helping individuals and families strengthen.  Curriculum and electives likely include:

• Principles and Strategies of Community Change
• Community and Natural Resource Management
• Evaluation of Organizations and Programs
• Grantwriting

This online MS in Industrial & Organizational Psychology from K-State gives you a convenient way to advance your education and your career.  Completed entirely through distance learning, you’ll move through the curriculum with a cohort — learning, exchanging ideas and networking.  Coursework focuses on contemporary issues in human resources and behavior in the workplace.  Federal and state labor laws and regulations are explored, alongside employee training and development from a positive psychological perspective.  There is a practicum associated with this online MIOP and two on-campus workshops. Classes likely offered include:

• Personnel Selection
• Organizational Psychology
• Performance Appraisal

As a unique online degree, this MS in Youth Development can be used by human service professionals to provide support and a level of engagement to adolescents in today’s stressful environment.  Upon completion of this program, you’ll have a deep understanding of the social, emotional and cognitive factors that influence teens today.  The skills and insight you gain with this online MS, cannot only positively impact youth, but also their families and entire communities. Offered through K-State and the Great Plains IDEA, this 100% online master’s involves core coursework alongside a research project or internship.  Examples of classes in this curriculum, include:

• Youth in Cultural Contexts
• Administration and Program Management
• Community Youth Development