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Regionally accredited Ohio University eCampus provides a range of distance education learning opportunities, extending from undergraduate associate’s and bachelor’s degrees to master’s programs. Asynchronous schedules and latest technology delivery systems provide needed flexibility for adult students.
Associate’s degrees provide a starting point. Combine online coursework, print-based classes, and independent learning environments to earn your two year degree.
Build your education by completing a bachelor’s program. You can transfer credits in, or apply your associate’s degree to a four-year program. Degrees range from business and technology majors to nursing and healthcare.
Take the next step and earn a master’s degree. A wide range of master’s programs afford working professionals the ability to advance careers without leaving home. Pursue online master’s programs through the:
- College of Arts & Sciences
- College of Business
- Patton College of Education
- Russ College of Engineering and Technology
- Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs
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Gain a deep understanding of the analytics tools and techniques used most in today’s digitally-driven business environment and prepare to implement analytics solutions in your organization. Ohio University’s 100% online Advanced Business Analytics Certificate allows you to apply nine credits toward an OHIO Master of Business Analytics (MBAn) degree.
This graduate-level certificate is designed to build on the skills you mastered in foundational business analytics programs. By completing a focused curriculum of just three 7-week courses, you will upskill quickly and build in-demand skills in SQL, Python, advanced predictive analytics and more. You will also learn to work with complex data sets and unstructured data, making you an asset to any analytics team.
Upon program completion, you will be ready to make strategic business decisions, integrate siloed technology and implement analytics solutions as a leader in your field. You will be qualified to pursue roles like data engineer, data scientist, business analytics manager, business intelligence director and chief data officer.
Learn to apply business analytics in your current role or enhance your technical skills for professional advancement with Ohio University’s 100% online Business Analytics Certificate. Apply all nine credits toward an OHIO MBA, MBAn, MSM or MAcc degree.
By completing a focused curriculum of just three 7-week courses, you will learn predictive modeling in a low- or no-code environment and build foundational expertise to contribute to organizational growth. Coursework is specifically designed for students with no prior knowledge of business analytics, statistics or computer programming – a technical background is not required for admission. Our award-winning faculty have a mix of research experience and professional expertise, and all are dedicated, passionate online teachers.
Throughout the program, you will learn to summarize, visualize and manage data using the software environments commonly used in modern business settings. You will develop data analysis skills using tools like Excel, Solver Analytics and SQL. Earning this certificate will qualify you to pursue roles like business analyst, product owner and data systems analyst.
Prepare to drive analytics strategy, create a data-driven culture and deliver analytics insights in any industry. Ohio University’s 100% online Business Analytics Leadership (BAL) Certificate allows you to apply nine credits toward an OHIO Master of Science in Management (MSM) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. Scholarships of $1500 are available for alumni, military/veteran students, and employees of corporate partners.
In just three 7-week courses, you will build the specific skill sets you need to fill leadership roles on analytics teams and prepare for career advancement. We’ve designed course material to reflect leading-edge business analytics strategy, emerging industry trends and real-world application so you can upskill quickly and drive growth at your organization. Our award-winning faculty have teaching, research and consulting experience that enriches coursework.
The BAL Certificate emphas the executive perspective. You’ll learn to leverage information systems to advance business operations, make strategic decisions and build appropriate organizational structures. Upon completion, you can pursue driving analytics strategy for competitive advantage in or for advancing to executive and organizational leadership roles.
Gain an in-depth understanding of corporate entrepreneurship, venturing and venture capital with Ohio University’s 100% online Business Venturing and Entrepreneurship Certificate. Finish your program in three 7-week courses and apply nine credits toward an OHIO Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science in Management (MSM) degree.
By completing a focused curriculum, you will build the skill sets you need to grow your entrepreneurial mindset and develop innovative solutions in any organization. Scholarships of $1,500 are available for alumni, military/veteran students and employees of corporate partners.
Coursework is designed to train you in applying entrepreneurial thinking to traditional (startup) innovation, corporate innovation and social venturing. You’ll be prepared to immediately use the new tools and approaches you learn in the workplace.
Opportunities for engagement are built into the program structure. You can attend virtual office hours to discuss course topics and share ideas. OHIO faculty are a mix of successful entrepreneurs and subject matter experts who are passionate about your success and will offer support and mentorship throughout your program.
Whether you want to bring an entrepreneurial approach to your current organization or start your own company, this program will give you experience in bringing a new idea to fruition. Take the next step in your career as a leader and entrepreneur in any setting.
Develop your expertise in corporate finance, financial markets and investments while preparing for leadership roles in your organization with Ohio University’s 100% online Finance Certificate. Apply all 12 credits toward an OHIO MBA. Scholarships of $1,500 are available for alumni, military/veteran students, and employees of corporate partners.
By completing a focused curriculum of just four seven-week courses, you will build the specific skill sets you need to pursue careers like budget analyst, financial manager and more. This program provides comprehensive knowledge of the theory and practice of modern financial decision-making.
OHIO’s expert faculty have designed courses that integrate case studies and current events so you benefit from extensive opportunities for practical application. Upon program completion, you will have a deeper understanding of the everyday financial concepts that impact consumers and corporations across industries.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of human resources management and advance to leadership positions in HR with Ohio University’s 100% online Human Resources Management (HRM) Certificate. Apply all nine certificate credits toward an OHIO graduate degree. Scholarships of $1,500 are available for alumni, military/veteran students and employees of corporate partners.
By completing a focused curriculum of just three 7-week courses, you will build the skills you need to contribute to your organization’s talent strategy and HR processes. Our coursework is grounded in real-world application and incorporates team-based projects, case study discussions and simulations. HRM Certificate students can also connect with faculty and peers during live, virtual office hours. OHIO faculty are industry experts with 20-plus years of experience as HR professionals. They provide a practical approach to HR leadership that can be applied to any industry.
Study industry best practices and build strategies for managing people and processes with Ohio University’s 100% online Management and Leadership Certificate. Apply all nine certificate credits toward an OHIO Master of Science in Management (MSM) degree. Scholarships of $1,500 are available for alumni, military/veteran students and employees of corporate partners.
In just three seven-week courses, you will build the specific skill sets you need to lead positive change and create value in any organization. We’ve designed our curriculum to approach management and leadership from an economic and data-driven perspective that emphas research and strategy. Opportunities for engagement with peers and instructors are built into the program structure, including optional live office hours and professional development activities like a fireside chat series.
Prepare for management and executive roles in any industry while learning to make sound business decisions and developing your interpersonal and teamwork skills. When you finish your program, you’ll be ready to step into leadership roles and advance your career.
Advance your career as an operations expert by building foundational knowledge in operations and project management, supply chain risk management and Lean Six Sigma process improvement. Ohio University’s 100% online Operations and Supply Chain Management Certificate can be completed in just three 7-week courses and is designed to prepare you for Six Sigma Green Belt Certification.
You can also apply all nine certificate credits toward an OHIO Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science in Management (MSM) degree. Scholarships of $1,500 are available for alumni, military/veteran students and employees of corporate partners.
By completing a focused curriculum, you will build the specific skill sets you need to understand and manage operations in any organization. Our curriculum emphas real-world application so you’re ready for the demands and challenges operations professionals encounter on the job. As a student, you will learn from tenured faculty who have terminal degrees and years of relevant experience.
This flexible, efficient program helps you qualify for careers like operations manager, quality manager, inventory manager and supply chain manager by studying the complex planning and processes required to support both domestic and global supply chains. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to make a bigger impact in your current role or pursue new opportunities.
Ohio University’s Project Management Graduate Certificate (PM Cert) provides project management skills that students often need to advance in a career in fields ranging from IT to healthcare, hospitality, and more.
Offered 100% online, this nine-credit course equips you with immediately applicable skills, while also serving as a pathway to graduate degree programs like our Master of Science in Project Management. Throughout your PM Certificate experience, you will explore the skills, tools, and strategies required to meet the needs of managing complex projects. You will also learn how to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close projects; and master concepts including project integration management, scope management, time management, cost management, human resource management, and more.
When you graduate, you will be ready to add value to any organization or expand your knowledge through continued graduate study.
Gain cutting-edge knowledge in sales leadership, customer relationship development and management, and sales analytics to prepare for professional advancement with Ohio University’s 100% online Strategic Selling and Sales Leadership Certificate. Apply all nine certificate credits toward an OHIO Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science in Management (MSM) degree. Scholarships of $1,500 are available for alumni, military/veteran students and employees of corporate partners.
In just three courses, you will develop the specific skills you need to excel in a range of sales-related careers. You will learn to apply modern sales strategies and data management tools in any organization while studying topics like interpersonal communication, negotiation and lead identification.
OHIO faculty are published thought leaders in sales research who have 20-plus years of consulting experience with Fortune companies in the U.S., Europe and Asia. These industry experts curate course material specifically for this program by selecting textbooks and other contemporary content. Courses evolve and are refreshed regularly to ensure learning, skills and tools are applicable to current sales problems and challenges.
Gain advanced accounting and analytic skills to examine financial data and produce valuable business insights in any organization. Ohio University’s online Master of Accountancy and Analytics (MAcc) can be completed in five semesters and prepares professionals for the CPA exam in most states. Most students also earn a business analytics graduate certificate as part of their degree program.
This flexible MAcc is AACSB-accredited and includes pathways to accommodate diverse academic and professional backgrounds. A streamlined set of leveling courses allows those without a bachelor’s in accounting to gain the foundational skills to advance.
The 100% online curriculum is grounded in accounting and analytics, though students also gain soft skills employers value, such as communication, problem-solving and collaboration. Course assignments emphasize case studies and real-world business applications. In addition, our accounting faculty bring extensive professional experience to the online classroom as licensed CPAs.
To provide opportunities for engagement, courses include live virtual sessions for class discussions. In addition, the required Leadership Development Conference gives MAcc students the chance to connect with instructors, peers and alumni in person.
When you finish your program, you will have the technical and professional competencies needed to succeed as a CPA in a range of contexts. Graduates are qualified for actuary, auditor, financial analyst and CFO roles.
Advance your business career and qualify for leadership roles across industries with Ohio University’s online MBA. This AACSB-accredited program can be completed in two years and features nine concentrations that allow you to specialize your studies for your professional goals. Choose from concentrations in Accounting, Business Analytics, Business Venturing & Entrepreneurship, Executive Management, Finance, Health Care, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Project Management, and Strategic Selling & Sales Leadership. Each concentration is focused on an essential skill area relevant to today’s business leaders.
Courses are taught by academic experts and business professionals with backgrounds in law, marketing and more. As a student, you will study a comprehensive curriculum focused on building practical business skills you can apply immediately in your organization.
OHIO emphasizes project-based learning, case studies and discussions to ensure you get the most value from each course. In addition, the Leadership Development Conference allows online MBA students to connect with instructors, peers and alumni while hearing from guest speakers and participating in panel discussions, workshops and more.
As the largest conferrer of MBAs in the state, we deliver the comprehensive education and business intelligence you need to drive organizational growth and innovation. Possible careers include financial analyst, informatics manager, senior sales director and CEO.
This online MBA in Accounting provides an advanced understanding of today’s financial opportunities and challenges. Graduates will benefit from a broad understanding of the practical framework of accounting.
Classes teach you advanced accounting principles and international financial reporting standards. Graduates of this online Accounting degree will have the skills in place to advance into managerial and C-suite roles. This online MBA program offers coursework that is comprehensive and challenging, yet with a flexible schedule to fit your lifestyle.
The curriculum covers topics such as:
- Compensation planning
- Accounting theory
- Management using accounting concepts
- Measuring and reporting on revenues, expenses, investments, and liabilities
The explosion of big data continues to impact the global economy. With every credit card swipe and every social media post, businesses around the world are creating – and collecting – more data than ever before. Learn how to analyze data and make valuable insights with this Master of Business Administration degree online with a concentration in Business Analytics.
With the training you receive in this online Business Analytics degree, you will be well prepared to make smart, sustainable business decisions. Courses teach you how to explore, analyze, and implement data. Gain the graduate-level analytics expertise you need to stand out from the competition.
Coursework explores topics related to:
- Data mining
- Database management
- Spreadsheets
- Historical trends and predictive assumptions
If you are launching a start-up or want to introduce innovation within your organization, consider the online MBA in Business Venturing and Entrepreneurship. Students learn to leverage creativity against corporate decision-making and strategy development that can directly contribute to organizational success or sustainability in today’s global marketplace.
You will learn how to turn your ideas into actionable plans as an entrepreneurial leader. Coursework encourages you to apply real-world thinking and innovation to solve business issues. Graduates will be able to conduct market research and planning, and apply various techniques to help generate venture ideas.
The curriculum includes studies of:
- Managing Innovation & Corporate Entrepreneurship
- Ideation, Concept Development & Business Models
- New Venture Creation
Lead with data-driven decision-making skills with Ohio University’s online MBA with a concentration in Executive Management. Develop the capacity for critical thinking and focus on the theories, challenges and practices associated with implementing organizational change. You’ll graduate confident and ready to lead an ethical business in a global environment.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the field who have years of experience in business and leadership to apply to their institution. Through courses in change management, leadership, development and analytics, you’ll be armed with the knowledge and skills you need to make an impact on organizations across the globe.
This versatile concentration prepares you for a variety of high-growth, lucrative career paths. The demand for top executives is expected to grow 8% between 2020 and 2030, resulting in 209,500 new jobs.
Gain a deeper understanding of portfolio management and corporate finance with Ohio University’s online MBA with a concentration in Finance. Focus on the study of financial protocols, the structure of financial institutions, dividend policies, long and short-term financing and risk management at the firm level. Students graduate with the ability to confidently examine the risks and rewarding of investments in volatile markets.
Our finance coursework is taught by experts in the field who bring real-world scenarios into the classroom. The curriculum gives you a deep dive into the skills you need to make complex decisions in financial markets and institutions through three focused courses, including Financial Markets and Institutions, Investments and Advanced Corporate Finance.
The demand for financial managers is expected to grow 17% between 2020 and 2030, which will result in 118,200 new jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. OHIO MBA graduates pursue various career paths in a variety of industries.
Ohio University’s online MBA with a concentration in Operations and Supply Chain Management provides graduates with the understanding of the complexity and interdependence of functions within an organization and the global supply network. Students will gain an understanding of continuous improvement for increasing quality levels, decreasing costs, and reducing risks within an organization. This certificate will help you become a more effective manager, a systems-thinker, and a problem solver.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the operations field who bring their experiences to the classroom. The Operations and Supply Chain Management curriculum covers the in-depth knowledge you need to improve processes across organizations and on a global scale. When you finish your program, you will have both an MBA and a graduate-level certificate.
Business and financial operations occupations are expected to grow 8% between 2020 and 2030, resulting in 750,800 new jobs. Operations and supply chain management professionals work in industries across the globe in diverse roles.
Ohio University’s online MBA with a concentration in Project Management focuses on the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), as identified by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This concentration serves as a graduate-level option for working professionals to pursue a graduate educational experience and can augment other graduate experiences at Ohio University. You’ll graduate prepared to manage risk, create timelines, prepare for change and work cross-functionally with diverse teams.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the project management field who are ready to help you achieve your goals. When you finish your program, you will have both your MBA and a graduate-level certificate.
Graduates of the MBA program who focus on project management can apply their skills to corporations, non-profits, government work and more while earning lucrative salaries. Some roles include Senior Project Manager, Operations Manager and Top Executive.
With Ohio University’s online MBA with a Strategic Selling and Sales Leadership concentration, you’ll graduate prepared to manage sales teams, strategically handle accounts, use analytics to inform your decision-making and employ various selling methodologies. Learn how to build and develop effective relationships at customer interface, understand the scientific principles and issues revolving around management, and build quantitative skills that sales professionals need in order to make decisions.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the field who are committed to supporting your growth. The Strategic Selling and Sales Leadership curriculum covers the in-depth knowledge you need to manage teams and accounts successfully, no matter what industry you pursue.
Employment of sales managers is expected to grow 7% between 2020 and 2030, resulting in 27,900 new jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. MBA graduates who focus on selling and sales leadership can work in a wide array of industries. Some of the many roles you can pursue include Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, and Sales Operations Manager.
Gain the advanced knowledge and technical skills to lead data analytics efforts and contribute to business solutions. Housed within the AACSB-accredited College of Business, Ohio University’s online, Master of Business Analytics can be completed in 20 months and combines coursework in technology, strategic application and leadership. You will gain hands-on experience with the analytics tools used in the field today while developing technical competency to adapt to emerging technology in the future.
Regardless of your academic and professional background, you will graduate with the expertise needed for roles like business analyst, data scientist, IT systems analyst and market research analyst. Our curriculum allows students to build foundational knowledge early in the program, with more advanced analytics techniques and software introduced progressively. MBAn students can take one additional course to earn a Business Analytics Leadership Certificate.
A Quantitative Bridge Course is available for students who wish to reacclimate to higher education prior to their first core course. Throughout your program, you will use common analytics and visualization software (Excel, Solver Analytics and Tableau) along with SQL, R and Python programming languages. MBAn students attend our Leadership Development Conference to connect with instructors, peers and alumni while hearing from guest speakers and participating in panel discussions, workshops and more.
The online Master of Public Administration (OMPA) program at Ohio University features a career-focused curriculum designed to help you become a confident and prepared leader. You’ll develop expertise and proficiency to address public needs in effective, efficient and imaginative ways.
As a top-ranked program, the online Master of Public Administration (OMPA) program offers a curriculum built for real challenges faced by public and nonprofit administrators. This 36-credit hour, two-year program focuses on relevant topics such as data analysis, public-private partnerships, and measuring outcomes.
The faculty — which consists of leading scholars, researchers, and practitioners in the public administration field — bring years of practical experience to the online classrooms. The online Master of Public Administration (OMPA) offers four concentrations in Public Leadership and Management, Non-Profit Management, State and Local Government Management, and Crisis and Emergency Management.
Ohio University also offers a hybrid Executive Master of Public Administration program with both online coursework and in-person components. As a student in either part-time MPA program, you’ll learn alongside fellow leaders and have access to the same expert faculty and leading-edge curriculum online as you would on campus.
Gain the interdisciplinary skills you need to manage people and processes with Ohio University’s flexible online Master of Science in Management (MSM). Skilled leaders produce more productive teams, higher quality work and better business outcomes overall, which is why our program delivers people leadership expertise for the future of business.
Finish your degree in two years while earning three additional graduate certificates in specialized areas. With flexible online coursework and customizable program options, you can create an experience that aligns with your schedule. An accelerated one-year program is also available for full-time students.
Students choose from the following certificates: Business Analytics, Business Analytics Leadership, Business Venturing & Entrepreneurship, Human Resources Management, Strategic Sales & Sales Leadership, and Operations and Supply Chain Management. No matter which two options you pursue, you’ll develop your personal leadership style and build management expertise.
You will also have numerous opportunities for professional development and interaction with faculty and peers. Virtual office hours and our Leadership Development Conference provide a learning experience with multiple avenues for enrichment.
When you complete your program, you will be ready to pursue middle- and upper-management roles across industries. Potential career paths include operations manager, business development manager, HR manager and more.
Enhance your skillset and advance your career with a Master of Science in Project Management (MSPM) from Ohio University. When you choose this online, 30-credit program, you can earn a credential that gives you expertise that can help teams succeed across industries.
Throughout your experience, you will explore topics including advanced accounting and prescriptive, descriptive, and predictive analytics. You will also learn accounting and investment concepts that will help you best serve your teams by keeping projects on time and on budget while meeting all specified requirements.
Finally, you will learn all of this while connecting with faculty mentors who have years of experience and are themselves certified PMPs.
And when you graduate, you will have the skills, the network, and the confidence to propel your career to new levels of success.
The AACSB-accredited Professional Master of Business Administration (PMBA) at Ohio University is unique in its delivery approach, blending virtual classes, online learning modules and once-a-month Saturday residencies in Dublin, Ohio. The cohort model sets the PMBA apart from many competing MBA programs, building a tight-knit community and fostering relationships. You’ll maintain flexibility while getting face-to-face interaction.
Our program offers scholarships and competitive tuition to put your graduate degree within reach. We also offer a best-in-class career center to prepare you for success. You will develop the skills you need to move into management and executive roles in your current or future organization.
Personalize your MBA by selecting a concentration in accounting, business analytics, business venturing and entrepreneurship, executive management, finance, health care, strategic selling and sales leadership, supply chain and operations management or project management. Depending on the concentration option you choose, you may be able to apply for the corresponding graduate certificate directly after completing concentration coursework or take one additional course to qualify. Contact us for complete details.
Faculty in the PMBA are directly accessible to students. They are an integral part of the cohort and support students as they navigate new course material. Graduate in 24 months ready to impact your organization and take on strategic leadership roles.
Ohio University’s online Professional MBA with a concentration in Finance will help you gain expert-level insights in topics like financial protocol, capital, long- and short-term financing, and risk management at the organizational level. As a result, you’ll have a deeper understanding of portfolio management and corporate finance that you can use in management positions.
Our rich accounting curriculum is taught by experts in the field who are committed to supporting your growth, and ensures that you’ll have a well-rounded understanding of the financial landscape of various organizations through three focused courses that include intermediate and advanced accounting concepts.
Growth in the accounting field is high. Demand for accountants is expected to grow 7% between 2020 and 2030, creating 96,000 new jobs. A variety of roles are available to those with an MBA degree and accounting expertise.
Develop the competencies that enable venturing in existing businesses or startup environments with Ohio University’s online Professional MBA with a concentration in Business Venturing and Entrepreneurship. You’ll learn how to innovate for yourself or for an organization by mapping, building and growing entrepreneurial ecosystems. Graduate with the confidence and knowledge you need to promote growth and innovation at large and small organizations globally.
Our interactive coursework is taught by experts in the field who are committed to supporting your growth. The Business Venturing and Entrepreneurship concentration will give you the market research, financial planning and management skills to succeed.
Business skills that facilitate growth and innovation can help you in a plethora of roles and ensure that you’re able to start your own business successfully. OHIO graduates pursue high-paying, high-level career pathways in various industries.
Drive successful business outcomes and lead with data-driven decision-making skills with Ohio University’s online Professional MBA with a concentration in Executive Management. You’ll be prepared to make tough choices in a complex business world by interpreting and analyzing data.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the field who have years of experience in business and leadership to apply to their instruction. Through courses in change management, leadership, development and analytics, you’ll be armed with the knowledge and skills you need to make an impact on organizations across the globe.
This versatile concentration prepares you for a variety of high-growth, lucrative career paths. The demand for top executives is expected to grow 8% between 2020 and 2030, resulting in 209,500 new jobs.
Gain a deeper understanding of portfolio management and corporate finance with Ohio University’s online Professional MBA with a concentration in Finance. Focus on the study of financial protocols, the structure of financial institutions, dividend policies, long and short-term financing and risk management at the firm level. Students graduate with the ability to confidently examine the risks and rewarding of investments in volatile markets.
Our finance coursework is taught by experts in the field who bring real-world scenarios into the classroom. The curriculum gives you a deep dive into the skills you need to make complex decisions in financial markets and institutions through three focused courses, including Financial Markets and Institutions, Investments and Advanced Corporate Finance.
The demand for financial managers is expected to grow 17% between 2020 and 2030, which will result in 118,200 new jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. OHIO MBA graduates pursue various career paths in a variety of industries.
Ohio University’s online Professional MBA with a concentration in Project Management focuses on the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), as identified by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This concentration serves as a graduate-level option for working professionals to pursue a graduate educational experience and can augment other graduate experiences at Ohio University. You’ll graduate prepared to manage risk, create timelines, prepare for change and work cross-functionally with diverse teams.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the project management field who are ready to help you achieve your goals. When you finish your program, you will have both your MBA and a graduate-level certificate.
Graduates of the MBA program who focus on project management can apply their skills to corporations, non-profits, government work and more while earning lucrative salaries. Some roles include Senior Project Manager, Operations Manager and Top Executive.
With Ohio University’s online Professional MBA with a Strategic Selling and Sales Leadership concentration, you’ll graduate prepared to manage sales teams, strategically handle accounts, use analytics to inform your decision-making and employ various selling methodologies. Learn how to build and develop effective relationships at customer interface, understand the scientific principles and issues revolving around management, and build quantitative skills that sales professionals need in order to make decisions.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the field who are committed to supporting your growth. The Strategic Selling and Sales Leadership curriculum covers the in-depth knowledge you need to manage teams and accounts successfully, no matter what industry you pursue.
Employment of sales managers is expected to grow 7% between 2020 and 2030, resulting in 27,900 new jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. MBA graduates who focus on selling and sales leadership can work in a wide array of industries. Some of the many roles you can pursue include Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, and Sales Operations Manager.
Ohio University’s online Professional MBA with a concentration in Operations and Supply Chain Management provides graduates with the understanding of the complexity and interdependence of functions within an organization and the global supply network. Students will gain an understanding of continuous improvement for increasing quality levels, decreasing costs, and reducing risks within an organization. This certificate will help you become a more effective manager, a systems-thinker, and a problem solver.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the operations field who bring their experiences to the classroom. The Operations and Supply Chain Management curriculum covers the in-depth knowledge you need to improve processes across organizations and on a global scale. When you finish your program, you will have both an MBA and a graduate-level certificate.
Business and financial operations occupations are expected to grow 8% between 2020 and 2030, resulting in 750,800 new jobs. Operations and supply chain management professionals work in industries across the globe in diverse roles.
With Ohio University’s Online Master of Sports Administration (OMSA) degree, you can score the credential you need to advance your career. Ranked as a #1 Online Sports Administration Degree Program1, the OMSA strengthens your skill set so you can build a successful sports leadership career.
This 36-credit program combines the flexibility of online learning with crucial, in-person networking and residency opportunities. As you earn your degree, you will develop a firm mastery of concepts essential to sports leadership, including sport law, analytics, sport marketing, diversity, revenue strategy, and more. Together, these outstanding qualities make the OMSA worthy of recognition by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation, a specialized body promoting excellence in sport management education at both the baccalaureate and graduate levels.
When you graduate with your OMSA, your education will empower you to pursue a range of leadership roles. Whether you pursue opportunities in college athletics, professional sports, sports media, or sports marketing agencies, you will be able to apply with confidence, and skills that will sustain you throughout your career.
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Education
Gain the administrative and business expertise you need to be a skilled interscholastic athletic director with Ohio University’s online Master of Science in Athletic Administration. Finish your program in 20 months and prepare for certification through the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA).
This program is accredited by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA) and features a partnership with the NIAAA. These distinctions ensure you graduate with the specialized knowledge required to expand your professional opportunities and lead a dynamic, supportive interscholastic athletic department. You will study marketing, event management and financial administration in a flexible format with 100% online coursework.
As a student, you will participate in project-based learning to immediately apply what you learn in real-world situations. You will also gain hands-on experience with software for event scheduling, social media graphics and digital ticketing. The on-campus Athletic Leadership Forum allows you to connect with faculty, peers and alumni while hearing from guest speakers and participating in panel discussions, workshops and more.
Program faculty have extensive experience in education-based athletics as ADs and leaders in state and national organizations. Ohio University has five decades of experience in sports education, so you can be confident you’re earning a degree recognized for academic excellence and career preparation.
Engineering
The online Certified Lean Six Sigma (CLSSCERT) Certificate program at Ohio University will help students gain the leadership and business engineering management skills they need to transition from technical work to positions requiring more knowledge and expertise in managerial tasks. This 11-credit hour, three-semester program offers an applied learning curriculum featuring real-world scenarios that students can apply in their current careers while preparing them to reach the next level.
Learn the data analysis and decision-making skills you need from professors who have done it in the real world. The faculty for your online Certified Lean Six Sigma (CLSSCERT) Certificate program are leading practitioners and researchers in the engineering field. They have years of experience in the private sector and are eager to share their knowledge to help you grow in your own career.
The CLSSCERT program’s mission is to combine Lean and Six Sigma, two complementary approaches to removing waste and improving quality in industrial production. When both are practiced together, the synergies result in increased value for many companies. Employers increasingly seek Lean Six Sigma skills in potential managers. Students admitted to this certificate may also seek admission to the Master of Engineering Management (MEM) degree, and/or the MEM program’s other certificates. Two or more certificates also “stack” toward the degree.
The online Engineering Analytics (EACERT) Certificate program at Ohio University is built to train the next generation of engineering managers to be at the forefront of integrating engineering analytics expertise. This 13-credit hour, three-semester program will prepare you to transition into leadership roles that require a deep understanding of analytics to improve efficiency and productivity.
The program faculty for your online EACERT Certificate includes leading practitioners and researchers in the engineering field who are eager to share their knowledge to help you grow in your own career. Learn from people who have actually led engineering teams and businesses as you prepare to integrate analytics into real-world teams.
Upon completion of the certificate program, you will understand:
- The best uses of information systems in engineering systems.
- How to gather, format, clean, and validate enterprise data and structure and query databases.
- How to use predictive data analytics with statistical methods, optimization algorithms, and machine learning to improve outcomes in an engineering context.
This program is perfect for analytically-minded engineers who are ready to take the next step from purely technical roles into high-impact and high-visibility leadership positions. Credits from this program can also be transferred into the online Master of Engineering Management degree.
Ohio University’s Engineering Leadership Certificate will prepare you to transition from technical work to positions where earning the trust of superiors, peers and subordinates is vital. This nine-credit-hour, online program explores the art of informal leadership for engineering and technical occupations.
You will learn the fundamentals of leadership (including characteristics, roles and skills of successful leaders), examine these fundamentals using self-reflection and apply them to case studies and real-world situations. The curriculum also covers principles of business communication, accounting, performance measures and decision-making that can be applied to engineering leadership roles.
Increase your effectiveness and influence in your current position and for future career opportunities. You can fulfill the need for engineering leaders in government, industry the military and any other setting where a technical workforce must be understood and managed. Through this certificate program, you’ll learn how to build trust and influence, lead well and compete for high-impact and high-visibility jobs.
Credits earned in this program can be transferred directly to the Master of Engineering Management degree.
Ohio University’s online Engineering Management Certificate helps you use your background in engineering to build a future in management. This 11-credit hour graduate certificate can teach you how to manage specialized teams performing highly technical tasks. Learn to excel in planning, organizing, allocating resources and directing and controlling activities with a technological component. Credits earned in this program can be transferred directly to the Master of Engineering Management degree.
Upon completion of the program, you will be able to describe the four basic functions of engineering management — planning, organizing, leading and controlling — and identify principles and techniques to perform each one successfully. You’ll have the tools to complete project deliverables on time and under budget by applying concepts and techniques from the five process groups and ten knowledge areas described in the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). The curriculum also covers key legal principles, including intellectual property, contracts, torts and administrative law, to help you get things done the right way, the first time.
Program graduates can expect to excel among their peers in team leadership and supervisory roles in a wide variety of settings, including industry, government, the military and wherever technology and a technical workforce must be understood, managed and brought to consistent success.
Prepare to become the backbone of an organization’s operational excellence with the online Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBBCERT) Certificate program at Ohio University offers the skills you need. This 11-credit hour, three-semester program provides the tools you need to solve process problems in data-driven, technologically based industries
The SSBBCERT is earned via an in-depth and rigorous application of all tools of the problem-solving DMAIC process (Design, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control). Upon completion of this program, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate the application of the Six Sigma methodology to improve a real-world process problem associated with your current work environment.
- Gather, format, and analyze data, and translate statistical results into practical decisions.
- Perform two-tailed and single-tailed hypothesis tests.
- Perform multiple factor ANOVA tests and Multiple Regression analysis techniques.
- Validate measurement systems for use in process performance measurement.
- Identify situations for applying Monte Carlo and Discrete Event simulation techniques.
- Measure process and system capability ratios.
- Demonstrate before and after capability improvement.
Learn from practitioners and researchers in the engineering field who are eager to share their knowledge to help you grow in your own career. Coursework in this certificate program can also be transferred directly to the Master of Engineering Management program.
The online Master of Engineering Management (MEM) program at Ohio University is a 34-credit hour program that offers an applied learning curriculum featuring both graduate-level leadership and management skills and advanced engineering techniques. Master concepts that you can immediately apply in your current role and prepare for the next level.
Program faculty are handpicked subject matter experts who execute the technologies and techniques they teach and bring real-world experience into the classroom. Learn from faculty who have led teams and organizations themselves and are eager to pass on their knowledge to the next generation of engineering leaders. Our faculty provide optional live lecture opportunities for students to ask questions about their courses and expose them to several facets of the field.
The MEM program also offers students the option to pursue in-demand certificates, including Engineering Analytics, Engineering Leadership, Engineering Management, Certified Lean Six Sigma and Six Sigma Black Belt. You can pursue a standalone certificate or transfer credits into the MEM degree program.
Designed with working professionals in mind, the online Master of Engineering Management program is built to help you balance your studies, your career, and your personal responsibilities. We also understand how important it is for engineers to learn by doing, which is why we require concrete projects and course labs – not online quizzes and exams.
Elevate your career in civil engineering with the online Master of Science in Civil Engineering program. Designed to enhance your existing skills and knowledge in this field, this master’s in civil engineering online program is ideal for professionals aiming to broaden their expertise in addressing challenges like globalization, sustainability, and emerging engineering technologies.
The curriculum delves into advanced mathematical and physical science principles, while also honing essential management, communication, and problem-solving skills. Upon graduation, you’ll be well-prepared to embark on the next phase of your professional journey and take on leadership roles. The program opens doors to a range of career opportunities in civil engineering, including roles as a civil engineer, structural engineer, environmental engineer, transportation engineer, construction manager, and more.
The online Master of Science in Electrical Engineering program offers a convenient pathway for working professionals to enhance their skills and advance in the field of electrical engineering. Geared towards those aiming for leadership and project management roles, this 100% online program ensures that every course incorporates valuable career-focused experience.
Earning a master’s in electrical engineering online equips engineers with the advanced skills necessary for higher-level responsibilities, leadership, and project management roles, offering an opportunity to explore new developments in the field and expand their career horizons.
Choose from concentrations in:
- Autonomous Unmanned Vehicles
- Communications & Digital Signal Processing
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Navigation Systems
- Micro Nano Devices & Systems
Healthcare
Develop the management and business skills you need to run a successful healthcare organization with Ohio University’s 100% online Executive Management for Healthcare Professionals Certificate. Finish your certificate program in four 7-week courses and apply nine credits toward an OHIO Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science in Management (MSM).
By completing a focused curriculum, including one customizable elective course, you will build the skills you need to advance your career as a leader in healthcare organizations. Scholarships of $1,500 are available for alumni, military/veteran students, and employees of corporate partners.
This certificate was developed through a collaboration between OHIO’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and the College of Business. Courses are designed to provide the business and management competencies healthcare professionals need most, covering topics that fall outside traditional medical education. Throughout your program, you will gain business skills related to analytics, Lean Six Sigma quality improvement, leadership and team-building that you can immediately apply in the workplace.
Graduates of this program are prepared for management and administrative challenges in healthcare organizations, expanding their practice and broadening their professional opportunities. Depending on previous experience, possible job titles include medical and health services manager, nurse manager and physician leader.
Prepare for roles in senior management as well as product development, marketing, operations, and supply-chain analysis in the high-demand field of health care with Ohio University’s online MBA with a concentration in Health Care. Examine the U.S. health care delivery system, explore the intricacies of health care finance, and focus on the rules and regulations governing health care practice and the insurance industry. Learn to merge business and medical ethics to solve complex problems in health care, and graduate with the confidence to use your business knowledge to approach these issues and help your organization run more efficiently.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the field who are committed to supporting your growth. The Health Care curriculum gives you a deep dive into the American health system that can be applied to various roles and health care organizations through three focused courses; Introduction to the U.S. Health Care Delivery System, Health Care Finance and Health Law.
Employment of health services managers is expected to grow 32% between 2020 and 2030, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. The growth will result in 139,600 new jobs for business professionals with health care expertise.
Ohio University’s Online Master of Health Administration (MHA) is ready to prepare you with the skills you need as you seek to move into healthcare leadership.
Built for dedicated and ambitious professionals like you who want to build successful careers and healthy communities, this online, 36-credit program provides a personalized experience through a choice of specializations including healthcare leadership, business analytics, project management, and quality improvement. Combined with courses that explore health delivery and healthcare information systems, epidemiology, health law and ethics, and more, you will graduate confident in your ability to assume leadership responsibilities.
You will also be able to create successful teams and operations across a range of organizations. When you graduate with your MHA, you will be ready to pursue opportunities in hospitals, group physician practices, clinics, mental health organizations, rehabilitation centers, educational organizations, and health insurance and governmental organizations.
Follow your passion to serve communities with Ohio University’s online Master of Public Health (MPH). Grow your understanding of how to work with diverse communities and build yourself into a well-rounded leader capable of navigating a range of public health challenges.
Throughout this online, 42-credit program, you will take courses that explore general public health concepts, as well as social behavioral sciences, program planning and implementation, program evaluation, biostatistics, and more. The MPH program features a curriculum focused on community public health and includes a Graduate Certificate in Epidemiology without having to take any extra courses.
By the time you complete your degree, you will be able to advance your career and create personal success through the skills you’ve gained to build healthy communities. Confidently pursue a range of opportunities, including public health departments at the local, state, or federal level. You’ll also find success in hospitals, health-related corporate settings, and other clinical roles.
Prepare for roles in senior management as well as product development, marketing, operations, and supply-chain analysis in the high-demand field of health care with Ohio University’s online Professional MBA with a concentration in Health Care. Examine the U.S. health care delivery system, explore the intricacies of health care finance, and focus on the rules and regulations governing health care practice and the insurance industry. Learn to merge business and medical ethics to solve complex problems in health care, and graduate with the confidence to use your business knowledge to approach these issues and help your organization run more efficiently.
Our master’s-level coursework is taught by experts in the field who are committed to supporting your growth. The Health Care curriculum gives you a deep dive into the American health system that can be applied to various roles and health care organizations through three focused courses; Introduction to the U.S. Health Care Delivery System, Health Care Finance and Health Law.
Employment of health services managers is expected to grow 32% between 2020 and 2030, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. The growth will result in 139,600 new jobs for business professionals with health care expertise.
Nursing
Ohio University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing to Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN-DNP) program, which began in 2017, is designed for baccalaureate-prepared nurses like you who are already working in the field.
Now, professionals like you—healers beginning their career journeys and looking to expand their possibilities with advanced skills and credentials—can advance with a program that offers both online courses and field experience.
This 70-credit program will allow you to customize your education with specializations in either direct patient care as an advanced practice nurse or indirect patient care as a nurse executive or nurse educator. Courses include not only explorations of health policy, quality and safety in population health, and epidemiology for advanced nursing practice, but also opportunities to help you build the professional presence, business acumen, and leadership skills necessary to advance.
Upon completion, you’ll emerge ready to pursue practitioner, leadership, and educational roles.
Ohio University’s Master of Science in Nursing to Doctor of Nursing Practice program, which began in 2017, offers a concentration in advanced clinical or executive practice to further expand the knowledge and skills of the advanced nurse clinician or administrator.
Now, professionals like you—healers dedicated to expanding your abilities to care for your community while building your career—can advance with a program that offers both online courses and field experience.
This 36-credit program will allow you to customize your education with specializations in either direct patient care as an advanced practice nurse or indirect patient care as a nurse executive or nurse educator. Courses include not only explorations of health policy, quality and safety in population health, and epidemiology for advanced nursing practice, but also opportunities to help students build the professional presence, business acumen, and leadership skills necessary to advance.
Upon completion, you’ll emerge ready to pursue practitioner, leadership, and educational roles.
Ohio University’s online MSN Adult Gerontology-Acute Care Nurse Practitioner degree program prepares registered nurses for advanced practice nursing. Transfer up to nine approved graduate credit hours and finish your AG-ACNP degree in six semesters.
The MSN AG-ACNP program includes 11 online courses focused on advanced practice. You’ll also complete 750 practicum hours in acute care settings. Ultimately, you’ll become eligible to sit for certification as an AGACNP. On average, 95% of OHIO graduates pass their certification exams on the first attempt.
MSN AG-ACNP graduates typically work in primary care offices, school-based health clinics, hospice/homecare medical practices, retail health clinics and community health clinics. Wherever you choose to work, you’ll be able to provide direct patient management and patient care in acute and complex care settings.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Ohio University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
With Ohio University’s Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) degree, you can hone the advanced practice skills required to care for patients across the lifespan and prepare for expanding career opportunities. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the need for advanced practice registered nurses (APRN), including nurse practitioners, to grow by at least 40% in the coming years, making the skills you’ll hone in Ohio’s online program more important than ever before.
This flexible, 40-credit program covers the full scope of the family nurse practitioner’s role and responsibilities, including acute, chronic and wellness care. Throughout your studies, both didactic and hands-on learning experiences will help you build a master’s-level ability to assess and diagnose patients and develop and evaluate treatment plans. In addition, you will perfect your expertise and leadership skills. Upon completing the program, you will be well-prepared to sit for the AANP or ANCC certification exam: most graduates pass the exam and become certified as Family Nurse Practitioners on their first attempt.
Learn from currently practicing nurses with real-world experience in intentionally small classes. We are a premier nursing school, consistently ranked in the top 2% of public universities in the United States and recognized for academic quality and value. We are currently ranked #46 in Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs and #11 in Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report.
With your online MSN Nurse Educator degree from Ohio University, you can lead the learning process, guiding students and producing a nursing workforce prepared to thrive in a diverse, ever-changing healthcare environment.
OHIO’s Nurse Educator track includes 11 online courses plus 500 teaching and direct care practicum hours. You’ll learn to design, implement and evaluate academic and continuing education programs for nurses at all levels as you prepare to sit for the Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) exam. On average, 95% of OHIO graduates pass their certification exams on the first attempt.
Upon graduation and certification, you can work in both classroom and practice settings, preparing and mentoring current and future generations of nurses. You might work at a college, university, technical school, community health agency, health care facility and more.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Ohio University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Ohio University’s Master of Science Nursing-Nurse Leader (MSN-NL) is an online, 31-credit, part-time program that’s delivered primarily in an asynchronous format. This innovative program prepares nurses to lead within a variety of healthcare settings and organizations. Students will learn best practices in nursing leadership, policy, informatics, administration and quality improvement.
This program focuses on change management and organizational leaders by empowering students to be an expert on the floor. Graduates of the Nursing Leadership certificate program are prepared to work in management positions at several levels within acute care or community-based healthcare agencies. Graduates may practice in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, the following: Nurse-Managed Clinics, Managed Care Firms, Community-Based Clinics, Ambulatory Care Centers, Hospitals, Data Management Firms, Practice Management Organizations, Corporate Organizations
If you’re interested in the healthcare field and want to stay as a bedside nurse without becoming an APRN, this program is right for you. Apply today and become a leader in this highly competitive industry.
If you’re a nursing professional who wants to make a difference in a mental health career, Ohio University’s online MSN Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program will help you develop the knowledge and skills to get there.
The MSN PMHNP program teaches you to provide advanced nursing practice to patients and families with mental health needs. You’ll learn how to make mental health diagnoses, conduct therapy and prescribe medications for patients with mental health disorders. Once you complete coursework, you will have the tools to provide primary mental health care that involves continuous and comprehensive services.
Most students complete the 11-course PMHNP program in six semesters. When you graduate, you’ll be eligible for the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification exam. On average, 95% of OHIO graduates pass their certification exams on the first attempt.
With your MSN degree and PMHNP certification, you can pursue employment in outpatient mental health clinics, psychiatric emergency services, private practices, hospitals and more. You can also utilize your skills as a consultant or educator.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Ohio University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Ohio University’s Post-Graduate Nursing Leadership Certificate (NLCERT) is designed for nurses who hold an MSN from a regionally accredited institution and possess a desire to progress into advanced nursing practice roles.
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to synthe knowledge derived from a scientific foundation and evidence-based practice to demonstrate expertise in advanced nursing practice, analyze healthcare policies to enhance and improve population health outcomes across diverse clinical practice settings, and demonstrate leadership and interprofessional collaboration for improving clinical prevention and health outcomes.
Graduates are also prepared to work in management positions at multiple levels within acute care or community-based healthcare agencies. The settings they will be able to practice in include, but are not limited to, nurse-managed clinics, managed care firms, community-based clinics, ambulatory care centers, hospitals, data management firms, practice management organizations and corporate organizations,
Finally, students will also be able to synthe and apply quality improvement strategies to promote positive health outcomes; develop knowledge, skills, and confidence for entry-level advanced nursing practice, and integrate knowledge and skills related to healthcare informatics in the advanced nursing practice role.