School Details
Saint Ambrose University prides itself on Catholic traditions of educational excellence, commitment to justice, and service. The university has grown to offer more than 60 majors to men and women at its campus in Davenport, Iowa, and online. In addition to undergraduate programs, the school offers more than a dozen master’s degrees and three doctoral degrees.
Saint Ambrose University online degrees offer the flexibility of time and location. At the same time, students receive personalized attention from faculty. Courses are delivered in eight-week segments to allow students to complete their degrees in less time. Bachelor’s and master’s degree programs available online include psychology, business administration, cybersecurity management, criminal justice, and more.
What can you expect with Saint Ambrose University online degrees?
- Outcomes-based education
- Outstanding faculty
- Affordability
Accreditation & Licensing
Saint Ambrose University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Business
Going from an AAS degree to a Bachelor of Applied Management Studies degree, students are prepared for the next phase of their career in leadership. This fully online program is flexible to meet the scheduling needs of working adult students. The business management online degree will cover a series of accredited topics in the field, including but not limited to:
- Ethics in business
- Micro and macroeconomics
- Quantitative reasoning
Class sizes are small, and led by faculty bringing real-world industry experience to the virtual classroom. Expand your skills in problem-solving, leadership and communication to better serve your organization and advance in your own role. Graduates with an online business management degree are prepared for leadership roles in a variety of business settings, such as industrial production, health services, finance and administration.
An online BBA can open the door to administration careers in any industry. This particular program offers concentrations in cybersecurity management, HR management, and accounting management to which students can tailor their degrees to meet professional goals. Accredited online business administration degree studies will cover topics essential to leaders, including but not limited to:
- Finance
- Business communications
- Management principles
Take on a program designed for working students to pursue a career and a helpful degree at the same time. Faculty bring real-world experience to the virtual classroom, guiding students through skills development in leadership, problem-solving, communication, and more. Graduates with an online business administration degree are prepared for a variety of in-demand careers in the industry, from sales and marketing to banking and production.
The Accounting Management concentration of this bachelor’s degree in Business Administration focuses on key financial principles and essential leadership skills necessary to ensure career success. This online program from St. Ambrose University prepares students for a variety of Accounting career paths and advancement into leadership positions.
Courses examine topics including business law, economic statistics, and financial reporting. Students also learn about professional communication, management techniques, and utilizing technology in Accounting. The flexibility of this online bachelor’s degree in Accounting can benefit working professionals looking to advance their career or enter a new career path.
Graduates can pursue positions such as:
- Payroll accountant
- Office accountant
- Staff accountant
Gain skills and insight into Human Resources Management with this Bachelor of Business Administration specialization from St. Ambrose University. The HR Management degree online is career focused, preparing students to launch or grow their career in Human Resources.
Coursework covers topics including staffing issues, compensation and benefits, and performance management. Students learn how to ensure a healthy, safe, and secure work environment. The degree is rounded out with general business topics such as marketing, economics, accounting, and management.
Career outcomes for graduates of this program include:
- Human resource manager
- Labor relations manager
- Compensation and benefits manager
Saint Ambrose University offers an online MBA program for students who aspire to be innovative business leaders who motivate and inspire others and achieve their professional goals. The curriculum provides a solid foundation of study in areas such as data analysis and decision making, accounting, ethics, human behavior in organizations, and managerial economics. The core curriculum is then supplemented by courses in the student's chosen concentration area.
In the General Business concentration, students may choose a combination of any four courses from the other concentrations. This ultra-customizable option allows for exploration of a variety of topics, such as:
- Ethical Issues in Marketing
- Compensation & Benefits Management
- Managing Across Cultures
- Leadership Theory
Saint Ambrose University offers an online MBA program for students who aspire to be innovative business leaders who motivate and inspire others and achieve their professional goals. The curriculum provides a solid foundation of study in areas such as data analysis and decision making, accounting, ethics, human behavior in organizations, and managerial economics. The core curriculum is then supplemented by courses in the student's chosen concentration area.
Students pursuing the Human Resources Management concentration receive specialized instruction in:
- Labor Management Partnerships
- Strategic Staffing & Career Management
- Compensation & Benefits Management
- Training & Development
- Contemporary Employee Relations & Dispute Resolution
- Conflict & Negotiation
- Performance Management Systems
Saint Ambrose University offers an online MBA program for students who aspire to be innovative business leaders who motivate and inspire others and achieve their professional goals. The curriculum provides a solid foundation of study in areas such as data analysis and decision making, accounting, ethics, human behavior in organizations, and managerial economics. The core curriculum is then supplemented by courses in the student's chosen concentration area.
Students pursuing the International Management concentration receive specialized instruction in:
- The International Management Environment
- Managing Across Cultures
- International Political Economy
- International Strategy
St. Ambrose University’s online MBA provides students the knowledge they need to succeed in a competitive business environment. The Leadership concentration guides students in the theories and skills necessary to become an effective leader.
This online master’s in organizational leadership encourages students to discover new ways of thinking and communicating. The curriculum is designed to create innovative business leaders who motivate and inspire others around them. Professors integrate current trends and real-world best practices into coursework to promote leadership, project, and planning skills.
Students in the Leadership concentration can choose from course topics including:
- Conflict management
- Leadership through people skills
- Leading organizational change
- Dialogical skills
Saint Ambrose University offers an online MBA program for students who aspire to be innovative business leaders who motivate and inspire others and achieve their professional goals. The curriculum provides a solid foundation of study in areas such as data analysis and decision making, accounting, ethics, human behavior in organizations, and managerial economics. The core curriculum is then supplemented by courses in the student's chosen concentration area.
Students pursuing the Marketing Management concentration receive specialized instruction in:
- Advanced Marketing Research
- Marketing Strategy
- Consumer Behavior
- International Marketing
- Ethical Issues in Marketing
- Marketing Case Analysis
- Advertising
St. Ambrose University’s unique online Master’s in Organizational Leadership provides the resources you need to succeed in a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, public relations, human resources, and more. Students in this program learn how to lead, inspire, and bring people together.
The interdisciplinary curriculum is founded in liberal arts and focuses on various aspects of leadership. Courses match experienced professionals with students seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities, in an environment where students and educators can share innovative ideas and learn from one another. Students will be able to immediately apply skills in problem solving, implementing change, and improving their workplace.
Graduates can pursue career opportunities such as:
- Human resources manager
- Training and development manager
- Medical and health service manager
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
The Cybersecurity Management option of St. Ambrose’s Bachelor of Business Administration degree provides students with business expertise and IT essentials necessary to advance in the field. Graduates of this online program will be equipped to assess security needs and develop plans to prevent and defend their organization against cyberattacks.
The online Cybersecurity degree program is designed for working adults, with flexibility and skills that can be immediately applied to the workplace. Students also learn topics such as accounting, marketing, and international business with this online Business Administration degree, giving them an advantage in any work environment. Graduates will be able to troubleshoot and investigate a variety of information technology security issues.
Potential career opportunities for graduates include:
- Information technology manager
- Information security analyst
- Financial operations manager
Healthcare
Learn how to shape healthcare policy and programs to benefit your community with this Master of Public Health degree. The online MPH program prepares students to identify and analyze public health issues in order to develop evidence-based solutions.
Students are encouraged to explore an area specific to their interests, such as rural healthcare, community health education, or environmental health. The program can benefit students from a range of bachelor’s degree backgrounds who are interested in leading public health initiatives. Courses examine topics including public health equity and policy, community health analysis and promotion, and quantitative and qualitative research.
Career tracks for graduates include:
- Health or social services administrator
- Public health educator
- Program manager or director
- Epidemiologist
Psychology & Human Services
The online bachelor’s in Psychology from St. Ambrose University combines scientific fundamentals with a liberal arts foundation. Courses explore the study of behaviors, thought processes, and emotions. Students will learn the intricacies of human diversity and multiculturalism.
Graduates of this program will have the advanced skills and expertise necessary to pursue a graduate program or immediately enter the workforce in the fields including psychology, human services, education, and more.
The curriculum examines topics including:
- Brain and behavior
- Lifespan developmental psychology
- Abnormal psychology
- Psychology of learning
- Health psychology
The Advanced Standing Master of Social Work from St. Ambrose University allows students with a Bachelor of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited university to complete their degree and meet educational requirements for licensure in 10 months. The accelerated curriculum is led by educators with years of experience in the field.
This online Master’s in Social Work program is based on the empowerment method of Social Work. Coursework focuses on developing client strengths and skills to remove barriers toward growth. Students gain skills in working with diverse client populations. Graduates will be prepared to work in healthcare, substance abuse, child welfare, and mental health practices.
The curriculum covers topics including:
- Diversity and social policy
- Social work ethics
- Empowerment practice
- Ethical decision making