School Details
Loyola University Chicago is a public school founded in 1870 by the Roman Catholic Society of Jesus as St. Ignatius College. Today, the school is the largest Jesuit University in the United States and is a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The institution is associated with the Roman Catholic Church in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions. Although the school is primarily Roman Catholic, LUC encourages each person to celebrate their personal faith and to respect and learn from other people of faith.
Loyola University Chicago online offers associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, certificates of completion at the graduate level, and doctorate degrees. LUC’s online education is dedicated to providing similar in-person and online instruction. Both feature a robust learning experience that provides skills that can be immediately used in the work environment.
Accreditation & Licensing
Loyola University Chicago is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Art & Liberal Arts
The Certificate in User Experience (UX) Design is an online graphic design degree from Loyola University Chicago. If you are interested in learning about this rapidly growing specialization in customer-centered design, you should explore this certificate. UX is used in just about everything from web and mobile applications to personal computers and other devices to create meaningful and relevant experiences specific to the product.
With this online web design degree, you will gain a foundation in UX design, learning about the tools and techniques used. You will also be introduced to conducting field research, objectively evaluating UX designs, and taking these designs from concept-to-prototype. Courses look at the tools used in UX design, including:
- Personas
- Task models
- User journey mapping
- Application in business strategy
Graduates of this certificate are prepared for entry-level positions in UX Design or to advance their current careers.
Business
This Bachelor of Arts in Management, an online business management degree, is designed for working adults seeking to advance their knowledge and careers. Students will learn skills that effective managers have and how to implement those skills into work environments. Learn about critical thinking, ethical leadership, management principles, and other skills. Graduates are prepared to become valued and effective managers in organization communications, community relations, and project management.
With this accredited online business management degree students complete accelerated courses that allow them to balance their careers with their education.
Modern life is built around social media and the internet, making this Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Digital Communication very relevant. This online communication degree focuses on best practices within communications, marketing, and public relations while increasing overall communication literacy. Students become familiar with web design and other digital tools along with growing skills in digital PR and social media management. Skills are marketable and broadly transferable, allowing them to be applied to current jobs, in the advancement of careers, or to enter the Digital PR and Social Media Management fields.
This degree is designed for busy working adults, allowing them to successfully balance their education with other obligations. Courses utilize both synchronous and asynchronous learning along with a variety of start times to make learning more convenient.
The online Certificate in New Media Communication is designed for students interested in communications and public relations, specifically in social and digital media environments. Courses train students in theoretical principles and best practices in communicating, using a variety of audiences and situations. Courses include topics in communication literacy, online content production, digital media ethics and more.
Complete this as a stand-alone program or pair it with one of the school’s online degrees.
The Graduate Certificate in Business Data Analytics, an online business analytics degree, prepares students for careers working with data. In just 10 weeks students gain the skills needed to interpret data and make data-driven business decisions. Learn about the software, languages, and methodologies for modeling and analyzing data. Graduates are prepared to identify new business opportunities, assess current situations, formulate strategic recommendations, help gain competitive advantages through data analysis, and manage teams of software developers.
With this online data science degree students are able to work toward improving their futures without interfering with their current lives.
In a year students are ready to enhance their resumes or their studies by completing this Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Fundamentals, an online operations management degree. This is a great opportunity for current supply chain professionals to enhance their knowledge in the field, and is also a great specialization for those currently pursuing a graduate degree in business.
The curriculum aligns with Gartner’s Supply Chain Talent Attribute Model, a recognized indicator of comprehensiveness. Courses may include:
- Intro to Operations Management
- Global Logistics
- Purchasing Management
- Inventory Management
Courses can be applied toward an MBA degree or MS in Supply Chain Management.
Become a leader in the complex supply chain management industry with this Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, an online operations management degree. Focus is placed on major areas of the supply chain and logistics industry, including:
- Purchasing
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Distribution
- Warehousing
Learn to be a responsible leader in the supply chain field who is able to understand and solve complex challenges involved in moving goods globally meeting time and budget constraints. Coursework focuses on real-world issues, providing technical expertise and management skills. Students are taught by nationally recognized leaders who are committed to teaching both inside and outside of the classroom.
Computer Science & IT
The Bachelor of Arts in Information Technology from Loyola University Chicago is an online information technology degree for those interested in this field. Even if you have little experience or knowledge in this area, this degree will turn you into an effective practitioner in the IT and Software Development fields. You will gain advanced knowledge and skills in such topics as Java programming, object-oriented software development, web development, and IT management.
This online information technology degree is especially designed for those seeking leadership roles in information technology, but it can also be used as a gateway for graduate study in Computer Science. If you are completing this degree with the School of Continuing and Professional Studies, you have the option of pursuing a dual BA/MS Information Technology program. Regardless of future plans, students will benefit from these choices as well as the opportunity to learn with other adult students who bring experience and knowledge to the classroom.
The Bachelor of Arts in Web Technologies is an online web development degree from Loyola University Chicago that is designed for individuals interested in roles as Web Developers, Web Designers, Web Analysts, Social Media Analysts, and Software Engineers. The importance of the Web is constantly growing as it is used on a daily basis for everything from shopping and entertainment to research and learning. This has led to an increased need for professionals who are capable of designing and developing websites and web applications to meet these needs. This online web design degree does just this, providing a foundation in the design and development of websites and web applications using WordPress as an example platform. Courses are also always evolving to match the changing best practices, technology, and web design tools, ensuring students learn the latest tools, apps, sites, and algorithms.
This flexible program allows students to select a track that best meets their individual interests and career goals. The available tracks are:
- Development
- Data
- Design and Media
The Certificate in Computer Science from Loyola University Chicago is an online computer science degree that takes students with very little understanding of computers and teaches them the skills to master the rapid development of computer technologies. This rigorous and intensive program focuses on preparing students for careers in computer science or for continuing education with a master’s degree. Regardless of your future plans, courses provide knowledge and skills in such topics as:
- Java programming
- Object-oriented software development
- Networks and telecommunications
- Web development
- Database management
You will gain a thorough understanding of object-orientation principles. This includes exposure to basic design patterns and programming experience in popular object-oriented languages such as C++ and Java.
The Certificate in Introduction to Data Science from Loyola University Chicago is an online data science degree for those interested in exploring this field. The field of data science is rapidly growing as there is an increased need for professionals who are able to work with data and turn it into something businesses can both understand and use to increase profits and success. With this certificate you will become familiar with key elements of data science:
- Python programming
- SQL and database design
- Data processing
- Analysis and visualization
You will learn about fundamental programming constructs that allow you to design, implement, test, and debug programs and begin working with data using a programming language. Courses teach students to apply the relational model to solve real-world problems and then implement those models using SQL and to use SQL to elicit information from databases. Students will be prepared to evaluate, clean, and prepare datasets for analysis and report their findings while keeping ethical considerations in mind that are relevant to analysis and reporting. Graduates are ready to advance in current careers, begin careers in data science, or decide if they wish to pursue a degree program in this field.
The Certificate in Web Design & Development from Loyola University Chicago is an online web development degree for those interested in advancing in this exciting field. The Web continues to grow in importance as it is used for everything from research to entertainment and this certificate prepares students for roles in web design and development. The curriculum is designed to provide students with the marketable skills needed to design and develop websites and web applications. You will use WordPress to explore the design and accessibility of websites using a JavaScript-based programming stack for web development. Courses in this online web design degree teach graphic design principles and help students learn how to implement theories into practice. You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to create web sites that work in modern web browsers and conform to web standards while using best practices.
While this is an undergraduate certificate, a bachelor’s degree is required.
Take your career to the next level with this Master of Science in Information Systems & Analytics, an online data analytics degree. In as little as one year students are able to complete this degree that provides theoretical and practical knowledge, as well as hands-on experience. Courses focus on data analytics, covering such topics as:
- Database modeling and management
- Data preparation
- Data analysis and mining
- Data warehousing
- Visualization
Students gain experience with cutting-edge methodologies, tools, and technologies in this management information systems online degree that is taught by nationally recognized faculty with a dedication to teaching, research, and consulting. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in this growing industry filled with real-world information systems and data analytics issues.
The Master of Science in Information Technology with an Enterprise Information Management track from Loyola University Chicago is an online information technology degree program for current and aspiring professionals. This information technology degree prepares students to develop, implement, operate, and manage information systems in organizations. The curriculum provides a broad technical understanding of both current and emerging technologies. You will also study systems engineering concepts while gaining a strong foundation in net-centric computing. All students study the effects of the convergence of the telecommunications, media, and information technology sectors, both now and in the future.
With this online business analytics degree, you will complete courses in Enterprise Information Management as well. These courses include:
- Data Mining
- Database Programming
- Database Administration
- Rapid Application Development(.Net)
- Machine Learning
The Master of Science in Information Technology with an Enterprise Networking track from Loyola University Chicago is an online network administration degree program for current and aspiring professionals. This information technology degree prepares students to develop, implement, operate, and manage information systems in organizations. The curriculum provides a broad technical understanding of both current and emerging technologies. You will study systems engineering concepts while gaining a strong foundation in net-centric computing. All students also study the effects of the convergence of the telecommunications, media, and information technology sectors, both now and in the future.
With this online network administration degree, you will complete courses in Enterprise Networking as well. These courses include:
- Computer Networks
- Telecommunications
- Network Security
- Wireless Networks and Security
- Network Management
The Master of Science in Information Technology with an Information Assurance track from Loyola University Chicago is an online information security degree program for current and aspiring professionals. This information technology degree prepares students to develop, implement, operate, and manage information systems in organizations. The curriculum provides a broad technical understanding of both current and emerging technologies. You will study systems engineering concepts while gaining a strong foundation in net-centric computing. All students also study the effects of the convergence of the telecommunications, media, and information technology sectors, both now and in the future.
With this online information security degree, you will complete courses in Information Assurance as well. These courses include:
- Cryptography
- Computer Networks
- Intrusion Detection
- Network Security
- Wireless Networks and Security
The Master of Science in Information Technology with a Technology Management track from Loyola University Chicago is an online IT management degree program for current and aspiring professionals. This information technology degree prepares students to develop, implement, operate, and manage information systems in organizations. The curriculum provides a broad technical understanding of both current and emerging technologies. You will also study systems engineering concepts while gaining a strong foundation in net-centric computing. All students study the effects of the convergence of the telecommunications, media, and information technology sectors, both now and in the future.
With this online IT management degree, you will complete courses in Technology Management as well. These courses include:
- Operations Management
- Software Systems Analysis
- IT Project Management
- Organizational Change and Development
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
You can train as a legal assistant with the Bachelor of Arts in Paralegal Studies from Loyola University Chicago. The online paralegal degree refines your skills to enter the legal profession.
Through the online paralegal bachelor’s degree program, you also earn an embedded Dual Litigation & Corporate Practice certificate. Your online studies explore such topics as:
- Legal ethics
- Civil litigation
- Legal research and writing
- Law office computer applications
You can train to support business transactions with the Certificate in Paralegal Studies from Loyola University Chicago. The online paralegal program prepares you to work in such areas as:
- Contracts
- Due diligence
- Regulatory compliance
- Commercial transactions
Through the online paralegal certificate program, you learn to provide valuable assistance in the legal field. Students learn documentation, research, and case preparation. The online program offers such specializations as
- Corporate practice
- Litigation practice
- Customized certificate
- Litigation and corporate practice
You can gain expertise in fighting cybercrime with the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity from Loyola University Chicago. The online cybersecurity program offers one of the most sought-after trainings in data protection.
Through the online cybersecurity graduate certificate program, you can meet the need for the growing demand for professionals in this field. Your online studies explore such topics as:
- Data protection
- Operational cybersecurity management
- Compliance and legal issues
- Network security
You can gain managerial and technological skills to fight cybercrime with the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Technology Management from Loyola Univesity Chicago. The online cybersecurity program imparts the knowledge and skills to:
- Assess an organization’s preparedness
- Develop a plan of action
- Manage the aftermath
- Ensure continuity of IT functions
Through the online cybersecurity graduate certificate program, you also learn to develop strategies for cloud-security architectures. Your online studies emphasize the legal, ethical, and regulatory concerns of this field.
You can gain expertise in environmental advocacy with the Graduate Certificate in Environmental Law & Policy from Loyola University Chicago. The online law program explores such topics as:
- Water law and policy
- Energy law and policy
- Natural resources and land use
Through the online law graduate certificate program, you can enhance your professional credentials and learn to address critical challenges in environmental law and policy. Students appreciate the shortened course terms and asynchronous delivery for maximum flexibility.
Whether you are an attorney or not, this stand-alone credential increases your skills in a critical area of concern to most businesses. Loyola University Chicago’s Graduate Certificate in Privacy Law provides an online law program relevant to our globally connected world.
Students learn to strategize the best practices for information security and data privacy. Through the online law graduate certificate program, you focus on such factors as:
- Security regulations
- Breach management
- US and international data privacy law
The online Master of Jurisprudence in Children's Law & Policy program is designed for professionals working with children and families in various disciplines and fields who want to increase their knowledge of laws and policies affecting children and families. The curriculum provides a firm understanding of the law, enabling students to function effectively in the legal system and preparing them for leadership positions in their fields. Graduates are familiar with substantive and procedural laws and are able to engage in various forms of legal research; analyze statutes, rules, and cases in the field; and write analytically sound and persuasive documents appropriate to the goals of child-serving professionals.
The online Master of Jurisprudence in Compliance & Enterprise Risk Management program is designed for business professionals looking for training in compliance and business legal principles. The curriculum focuses on practical skills needed to develop and maintain regulatory compliance programs and provides a greater understanding of the law. You will learn key compliance and risk management concepts across industries while building the legal knowledge and developing the skills to create proactive solutions to business challenges.
As an attorney, you will find career development with the Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law from Loyola University Chicago. The online law degree leads to expertise in health law through such elective courses as:
- Law and bioethics
- Human subjects protection
- Health care privacy and security
- Privacy breach incident management and reporting
Through the online law master’s degree program, you learn the latest regulatory, political, legal, economic, and ethical aspects of health care delivery. Taught by nationally recognized faculty, your online courses offer a rigorous education developed by leading health lawyers, legal experts, and industry professionals.
You can pursue a comprehensive study of the latest practices with the Master of Laws in Child & Family Law from Loyola University Chicago. The online law degree covers such issues as:
- Adoption law
- Domestic violence
- International rights for children
- Child law trial practice and legislation
Through the online law master’s degree program, you work closely with experienced practitioners and nationally recognized faculty members. Your online studies also explore such topics as:
- Street law
- Human trafficking
- Law and poverty
- Financial aspects of divorce
You can gain expertise in the law beyond your Juris Doctorate with the Master of Laws in Compliance & Enterprise Risk Management from Loyola University Chicago. The online law degree imparts skills in navigating the latest compliance parameters and regulations.
Through the online law master’s degree program, you sharpen your transactional law and compliance skills to help you navigate the increasingly complex world of rules. Your online studies explore such areas as:
- Legal study
- Business organizations
- Corporate compliance
- Enterprise risk management
You can learn beyond your JD with the Master of Laws in Health Law from Loyola University Chicago. The online law degree offers a focus in compliance leading to a Certificate in Compliance.
Through the online law master’s degree program, you take courses developed by leading industry professionals, legal experts, and health lawyers. Your online studies explore such topics as:
- Leadership and strategy
- Public health and the law
- Clinical research compliance
- Risk management, patient safety, and quality
Education
Catholic schools are responding to the call to open their doors to students with disabilities in increasing numbers yet are in need of supports and guidance in order to effectively build more inclusive environments. The online Certficate in Leading Inclusive Catholic Schools program from Loyola University Chicago aims to build both the knowledge and experiential base of Catholic school principals and teacher leaders to develop school-wide systems, structures, and practices to support all learners. Courses cover topics such as:
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Cultural & Educational Policy Studies
- Counseling Psychology
Healthcare
Begin a career in healthcare with this online health science degree. If you are interested in gaining more knowledge and skills specific to this area of healthcare but are not ready to enter a master’s degree program, this graduate certificate can meet your needs. Plus, credits earned can be applied to the master’s program if you decide to further your education.
Gain the foundational knowledge needed for patient care, to participate meaningfully on an ethics committee, or to conduct ethical consultations. Study such topics as:
- Problem-solving methods
- Theory and practice of informed consent
- End-of-life decision making
- Pediatric ethical dilemmas
- Injustice of health care disparities
The online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics prepares students to transform clinical data into information that can be used to enhance patient care. This program is ideal for BSN nurses, physicians, dietitians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and others. Courses include Information Systems in Health Care, Health Care systems Analysis and Design, Knowledge Representation and Vocabularies, Decision Support in Health Care, Fiscal Management in Health Care Organizations, Database Systems, and Strategic Use of IT.
The online Graduate Certificate in Public Health trains students to address racial and economic health disparities in order to improve health and promote well-being. The program uses public health research, practice, and advocacy to achieve this goal. Courses include Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Public Health Principles and Practice.
The online Master of Arts in Bioethics and Health Policy is a multidisciplinary degree program which emphasizes the clinical, legal, philosophical, social science, and spiritual aspects of healthcare delivery. It is suited for health care professionals, lawyers, researchers, and more who are looking for higher employment opportunities in hospitals and other healthcare related agencies. Courses include Clinical Bioethics, Justice & Health Care, Biomedical Ethics & the Law, and Principles of Health Care Ethics.
Become a leader in healthcare with this online healthcare administration degree. Be transformed into a knowledgeable, ethical professional prepared for management positions within healthcare. Courses, developed following Jesuit traditions, teach students to positively influence change and improve the health of their communities. Hone your professional skills with a curriculum that features a holistic and inter-professional approach.
Study:
- Healthcare finance and reimbursement
- Healthcare information systems
- Quality and patient safety
- Managerial epidemiology
- Strategy and leadership in healthcare organizations
Customize this healthcare administration online degree by either completing a generalist program or choosing a concentration in: Healthcare Business Intelligence, Healthcare Community Engagement and Partnership, or Post-Acute Care Administration.
The online Master of Public Health with a concentration in Public Health Policy and Management is designed for students interested in the arena of policy and/or management and offers a broad array of courses. Students gain interdisciplinary training in politics, epidemiology, ethics, economics, law, and management in a program that provides concepts, methods, and practical experience to address pressing issues in public health policy and management. Graduates may find careers in health service provider systems, government health and research agencies, non-profit community health agencies, health advocacy groups, public policy research institutes, international health care agencies, or academia.
Prepare for a cutting-edge career with this online masters in health informatics. With the increased use and amount of data in healthcare, this in-demand field teaches students how to improve patient care and experience, minimize health inequities, and increase efficiency in organizations. Learn to analyze problems, assess solutions against specific measures, and generate knowledge from data while also understanding ethical considerations of data usage. Grounded in Jesuit values, the curriculum emphasizes social justice, critical thinking, advocacy, professionalism, ethical behavior, and humility.
The curriculum features foundational courses in health care informatics and data science and electives that allow you to customize the program to meet your career goals and interests. Gain real-world experience in either a capstone project or internship.
Learn how to improve healthcare with this online healthcare administration degree. Theories and implementation methods are at the core of the curriculum, teaching students to identify and address barriers to change. Courses teach students to integrate and leverage evidence-based practices, interventions, and policies to help improve healthcare delivery through individual clinicians, teams, or via healthcare organizations. In a program that is founded in the Jesuit tradition students gain the tools and strategies needed to facilitate the use of evidence-based findings and strategies to improve healthcare practice at all levels.
One of the most important aspects of this healthcare administration online degree is the practicum. Providing hands-on learning, this experience allows students to partner with a professional in a healthcare system or program, putting their knowledge and skills to work by implementing an evidence-based practice or finding in a healthcare setting.
Nursing
The online RN to BSN degree program from Loyola University Chicago allows registered nurses to advance their careers and improve the quality of healthcare by earning their BSN. The creatively designed program recognizes previous credits and professional development while eliminating time lost in repetitive courses. Graduates are able to:
- Perform as baccalaureate nurses from a nationally ranked nursing program
- Integrate research into evidence-based practice
- Promote health and quality of life in the community
- Participate in activities that will advance their profession
- Use awareness of health policy issues to advocate for change
- Demonstrate life-long habits of critical thinking, leadership, and service
The online Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to become advanced professionals and to ensure the health and well-being of patients they are working with. Students will learn how to solve problems in the complex changing health care field.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice degree requires students to travel to campus once each semester to attend a two to three day class consisting of seminars and presentations related to the degree program.
Students in this program may choose from two specialty tracks: Health Care Quality Using Education in Safety and Technology (H-Quest) and Infection Prevention DNP.
The online Master of Science in Nursing / Adult-Gerontology CSN with Oncology Specialty is designed to enhance students’ skills in order to ensure the health and well-being of the patients they care for as well as prepare students for the national certification exam.
This program requires students to complete core courses, advanced specialty courses, CNS specialty courses, an elective course, and a clinical practicum. CNS specialty courses include:
- Cancer Genomics
- Cancer Supportive Care and Symptom Management
- Cancer Pathophysiology and Disease Management
- Palliative Care
In addition to course credit hours, students must complete a Clinical Practicum. In order to begin this practicum students are required to have 2,000 hours of recent clinical nursing experience. This program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Successful graduates will also be licensed by the state as advanced practice nurses. The Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist program provides the skills for students to lead cancer-related teams in designing customized health care practices for patients.
The online Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing & Healthcare Administration is designed to enhance students’ skills in nursing in order to ensure the health and well-being of patients they care for. Graduates will be able to incorporate modern technology to prepare them for the challenges of modern day healthcare.
Specialties within this program include:
- Health Systems Management
- Health Systems Management with Informatics Subspecialty
- Health Systems Management with Outcomes Performance Management Subspecialty
Students must also complete advanced specialty courses that include:
- Health Policy and Health Care Delivery
- Advanced Concepts in Health Systems Management
- Fiscal Management in Health Care Organizations
- Management of Professionals in Health Care Organizations
In addition to course credit hours, students must complete a Clinical Practicum. Students are also required to have 2,000 hours of recent clinical nursing experience which must be completed before students enroll into their first practicum within their chosen specialty. This program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
The online Master of Science in Nursing / Population-Based Infection Control & Environment Safety (PICES) Advanced Practice Nursing degree is designed to prepare nurses to deal with health care challenges such as infections, emerging diseases, environmental hazards, and other threats.
Graduates will have enhanced their knowledge of infection and safety in order to ensure the health and well-being of the patients they care for by learning about preventing, detecting, and treating infections and diseases.
This program requires students to complete core courses, advanced specialty courses, PICES specialty courses, an elective course, and a clinical practicum.
Advanced specialty courses include:
- Health Program Planning and Evaluation
- Health Policy and Healthcare Delivery
- Advanced Concepts in Community Health
- Theory, Methods, and Advanced Concepts in Health Systems Management
Students must complete a Clinical Practicum within this specialty. In order to begin the practicum, students are required to have 2,000 hours of recent clinical nursing experience. This program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Psychology & Human Services
Loyola University Chicago offers an online psychology degree, the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology. This degree completion program features training in the scientific study of human behavior, emotion, cognition, and motivation. The curriculum teaches students to apply psychological theory and methods to promote creative, evidence-based problem solving, critical thinking, cultural agility, and persuasive communication. You will also study business principles, social psychology, personality studies, and industrial psychology. The goal is to prepare individuals to find solutions based on psychological research on what motivates people to change.
Graduates are ready to pursue helping professions, including:
- Counseling
- Human resource management
- Industrial-organizational psychology
- Psychometric and statistical analysis
Religion & Philosophy
Loyola University Chicago offers an online Graduate Certificate in Church Management. This certificate requires courses from both the Institute of Pastoral Studies and the Quinlan School of Business, chosen with the help of academic advisors and depending on each student’s prior experiences. The program is designed to teach students to engage in general business operations related to budgeting, project management, human resources, marketing, and organizational development and change in non-profit or faith-based settings.
Courses in this certification may include:
- Financial Accounting for Business Decisions
- Managing and Motivating in the Workplace
- Marketing Management
- Organizational Development
- Graduate Course Elective
The online Graduate Certificate in Health Care Mission Leadership degree program is offered through the Neiswanger Institute for Bioethics and Healthcare Leadership. This is a flexible program that features coursework infused with the charism of Ignatian spirituality and its commitment to care for the whole person as well as Catholicism. The program deepens understanding of the theological, ethical, and practical elements of the mission and ministry of Catholic healthcare. You will also learn about finance, patient services, clinical care, and more.
Students can choose courses in the areas of:
- Theology
- Spirituality
- Ethics
- Organizational Management
- Leadership
Gain a strong understanding of pastoral care, Christian theology, and scripture in this online ministry degree that can be earned on its own or used as a path to a master’s degree. Taught by expert faculty, this program provides a strong foundation and knowledge in:
- Pastoral care
- Christian theology
- Scripture
Regardless of where you are in your pastoral ministry journey, this online ministry degree can help you achieve your goals. You can choose the majority of the curriculum from a large variety of electives that will match your interests.
Enjoy a great deal of flexibility along with support. You can study at a distance but you will still be part of a supportive community.
Loyola University Chicago offers an online Graduate Certificate in Religious Education. This program is designed to teach students how to administer religious education programs in a variety of contexts. You will also learn to engage, catechize, and educate groups of all types. Graduates are prepared to administer or teach religion in schools and parishes or can use this certification as part of the Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies program.
Courses in this program may include:
- Two Religious Education Courses
- Three Courses from the Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies core
Guide others in their faith journey with this online ministry degree that builds on a master’s degree. You will gain a theoretical foundation and practical skills that can be used to provide spiritual guidance to others. Strengthen their relationship with Christ through structure, planning, and goals. At the same time, you will learn how to bring comfort, compassion, and knowledge to others.
Customize your degree by choosing to focus on one of these areas:
- Ignatian spiritual tradition
- Carmelite spiritual tradition
- Benedictine spiritual tradition
- Franciscan spiritual tradition
The online Master of Arts in Christian Spirituality from Loyola University Chicago deepens the students’ knowledge of God and self. The curriculum equips students for meaningful and holistic living and ministry that meet modern personal and social challenges by joining contemplation and action. The program uses the Ignatian approach to spirituality and spiritual formation, so it is grounded in personal relationships with God/Christ, addresses the needs and issues of current times, is ecumenical in its appeal to all Christians, and adapts to each person’s uniqueness.
You have the option of completing a concentration in Spiritual Direction as well. This concentration prepares spiritual directors to facilitate the regular, on-going practice of accompanying people as they attempt to deepen their relationships with the divine.
The online Master of Arts in Health Care Mission Leadership offers professional preparation for those who want to work in faith-based healthcare leadership. The interdisciplinary curriculum integrates theology, spirituality, bioethics, organizational development, and leadership in a well-rounded program pertinent to work being performed in Catholic hospitals and health systems around the world. The program can be tailored to meet each student’s interests and career goals since they come from a wide range of past education and experience in this convenient, reliable, rigorous, and accessible offering. The school is committed to diversity and inclusivity, promoting interaction, collaboration, and a sense of community among students, even those completing their educations online.
Loyola University Chicago offers an online MA in Pastoral Studies for individuals interested in pursuing an education in ministry. The curriculum embraces four areas of development: human, spiritual, intellectual, and ministerial. The program guides students as they develop their own pastoral identities through an integrated exploration of theology and pastoral practice. You will gain the skills necessary for faithful service, spiritual practices grounded in God’s Trinitarian life, theological knowledge, and intellectual skills. Students gain a systematic and broad foundation for a variety of ministries and are prepared to engage critically and constructively with the challenges and opportunities found in modern times.
Concentrations are available in these areas:
- Church Management
- Healthcare Ministries
- Religious Education
- Youth Ministry
The online Master of Divinity program meets the needs of individuals interested in professional ministerial leadership. Students will learn to provide spiritual leadership by preaching, teaching, counseling, consoling, and offering pastoral care. You will be prepared to serve and challenge others, lead prayer and praying, empower and equip, prophetically point to injustice, and faithfully organize for needed changes. The curriculum helps students learn a new genre of pastoral leadership, cultivating a ministerial way of being through academic and formational requirements that match the Church’s traditional seminary setting. Graduates are ready to mediate and to augment the Christian Tradition, acting as generalists grounded in the faith tradition and as specialists with interpersonal and spiritual skills that empower others in special settings.