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Learn what it takes to be a game-changer. With career-oriented degrees delivered in a format ideal for working professionals, online programs from St. Cloud State University provide an opportunity to explore ideas, seek out unique perspectives and embrace new challenges.
Accreditation & Licensing
Saint Cloud State University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The online Graduate Certificate in Planning & Community Development program from Saint Cloud State University prepares students to improve the physical, economic, social, and environmental qualities of their communities as they design and implement programs that make communities better places to live and work. Students learn how to identify issues confronting their communities and design strategies for change through:
- Community planning
- Urban and regional planning
- Citizen participation
- Community design
- Economic development
- Advocacy
- Sustainable development
Enroll in this online political science degree and advance professional opportunities. If you are interested in pursuing a career teaching economics in high school, you should check out this degree.
This program enhances your knowledge and training through advanced content in political science. It features a core program of study that focuses on political science education.
These online teaching degrees have flexibility. They fulfill the path-to-18 requirements to teach Senior-to Sophomore or College-in-the-Schools courses in Political Science. Another option is to combine this program with the Social Studies Education master’s degree. Regardless of the path your choose to take, this online political science degree has the flexibility you need to continue your career while you are completing this program.
Saint Cloud University offers a Graduate Certificate in Writing Center Administration. Through the program, students learn about theory, practice, administration, staffing, and training. The program can be combined with an undergraduate or graduate degree and is available for students of all backgrounds.
Business
Enroll in this online finance degree and advance your professional opportunities. If you are interested in pursuing a career teaching economics in high school, you should check out this degree.
This program enhances your knowledge and training through advanced content in economics. It features a core program of study that focuses on Economic education.
These online teaching degrees have flexibility. It fulfills the path-to-18 requirements to teach Senior-to Sophomore or College-in-the-Schools courses in economics. Another option is to combine this program with the Social Studies Education master’s degree. Regardless of the path your choose to take, this online finance degree has the flexibility you need to continue your career while you are completing this program.
Become a trusted leader by measuring economic activity and events while making effective decisions using economic data to propel your organization to better outcomes. In this program, you will build frameworks that use accounting information for finance-based managerial decisions.
The curriculum in this AACSB-accredited MBA online focuses on theories, principles, practices and procedures in all areas of accounting. You will gain expertise in financial statement analysis and business valuation, with particular focus on economic environment and business strategies in a valuation context. Core coursework gives you a broad-based background in business essentials such as finance, information systems, marketing and operations management.
Develop the foundation for a career that blends business with finance by turning your passion for numbers into expertise in international financial management, investments and security analysis, and financial markets and institutions. Prepare for leading roles in financial institutions within this high-growth industry and across the global business landscape.
In this MBA online program, you will study the diversification of risk—both domestic and international—along with the use of derivatives to hedge risk, including currency risk. This AACSB-accredited program also provides an in-depth examination of modern portfolio theory and the interaction of financial markets and financial regulators.
Gain the framework and skillset you need to make a meaningful impact as a leader within dynamic and complex organizations. Discover the effective use of power, politics and influence to understand what motivates individuals and teams.
Explore principled leadership with a focus on interaction between leaders and followers in this AACSB-accredited online MBA program. You will deepen your expertise in persuasive communication, plus examine business ethics and integrity from global- and cyber-business perspectives. Our core coursework provides you with a broad-based background in business essentials such as finance and accounting, information systems, marketing, and organizational behavior.
Deepen your expertise in business-to-business professional selling and sales management strategy to increase net sales and profit. Apply various sales methodologies while broadening your understanding of sales force management, sales and account analytics, strategic account management and more.
The curriculum for this AACSB-accredited sales MBA online program explores the use of technology and social media, negotiation, and global/cultural understanding to create and maintain long-term relationships with clients and customers. Our core coursework provides you with a broad-based background in business essentials such as finance, accounting, marketing, information technology and operations management.
Prepare for executive-level roles in a booming industry when you earn your Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Supply Chain Management online. In this AACSB-accredited program, you will learn the nuances of ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of goods and services.
Optimize cross-functional supply processes for omnichannel environments when you master initiating, developing and sustaining streamlined value chains for all merchandise. Plus, the core coursework gives you a broad-based background in business essentials such as finance, accounting, marketing and operations management.
Computer Science & IT
Prepare for a high-impact role developing, implementing and managing any organization’s computer networks and security protocols. Gain a technical advantage as you explore the impacts of IT infrastructure issues such as internet-based architecture, computer and network security, and business continuity. This dynamic, in-demand program emphasizes business process and IT project management aspects including planning, staffing, scheduling, controlling and quality assurance.
St. Cloud State is an SAP University Alliance member, so you will experience software platforms such as SAP, ERP, Tableau, python, IT project software, JAVA, C# and more. This AASCB-accredited MBA in Information Systems online prepares you to apply concepts and strategies for improving business processes through process design and managed organizational change.
Education
Enroll in these online higher education degrees and advance professional opportunities. Prepare for leadership positions at colleges and universities, not only in the U.S. but around the world. As you complete this comprehensive, practitioner-focused curriculum you will advance your knowledge and improve practices in higher education.
Much of the curriculum can be customized to match your interests. You will be able to refine your skills in areas that most interest you and choose a dissertation research topic within the field that matches your interests. Regardless of the topics you study, you will benefit from an experienced faculty and engaging discussions with your peers.
Enroll in these online higher education degrees and advance professional opportunities. If you have an advanced degree but are seeking leadership skills, check out this degree. It prepares candidates to lead and serve in colleges and universities.
The curriculum provides knowledge and skills within student life, academic affairs, athletics, and administrative divisions. In less than one year you will be able to graduate and pursue a career in a two-year, four-year, public, or private university or college.
Coursework may be applied to a Higher Education master’s degree.
Advance your career with this online library science degree. Study library and media management, applications of technology for teaching and learning, and instructional development and media productions. You will gain the leadership skills and understanding of current and developing technology needed to meet today’s demands.
This online library science degree is designed for students who wish to pursue training in the field but are not yet seeking licensure. It is ideal for those working in Private Schools or Charter Schools or as Library Media paraprofessionals. The coursework is offered synchronously so students can participate with their classmates.
If you choose to further your education, these courses may be applied toward the Library Media Specialist: Graduate Certificate or the Master of Science: Library Media degree.
Saint Cloud University offers a Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages that is online. Students of this program can prepare to be entry-level teachers for non-native English speakers. Students learn fundamentals of language acquisition and communication techniques so these students can learn English most effectively.
Saint Cloud University offers a Graduate Certificate in Technology Integration. Through the completion of this program, students work with a wide variety of technologies and learn how to implement them in different career fields. Teachers may benefit from this degree by learning distance learning technology.
Saint Cloud University offers an online Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL). The program offers a variety of cultural studies to understand linguistics across the globe and how to teach the English language to these students. Through the curriculum, students will develop training and become specialists in the field.
Prepare to advance your knowledge and skills in a program that can serve as a stepping stone to a doctoral program with this online masters in curriculum and instruction. The curriculum, which incorporates the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards, is a blend of theory and practice. Learn to apply research, theory, and evidence-based practices to improve education while also learning a variety of teaching strategies. Coursework emphasizes social justice and diversity.
Customize your degree by building your teaching field coursework based on your professional needs and strengths. You can also choose to complete the Teacher of Reading K-12 Certificate/Licensure as your teacher field applications and elective courses.
In today’s world, it is hard if not impossible to escape technology. The classroom is no different and with this online educational leadership degree, you will learn to use technology in educational settings as a means of educating students in P-12 educational settings. You will also become a non-administrative teacher leader, pursuing such roles as academic and instructional coaches, technology integrationists, educational technologists, and district leaders.
The curriculum provides the skills needed to increase the application of technology in your classroom or training environment. Courses cover such topics as professional learning, technology integration, collaborative settings, and empowering teachers with social-emotional skills and global connections to support learners. Graduates are leaders who can integrate technology into the classroom.
Prepare for an entry-level position in a four-year, community, or technical college or university with this online masters in higher education. You will learn how to lead and serve in a multitude of positions and will grow as a leader.
The curriculum develops knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for success in higher education administrations. Courses in this practitioner-focused program cover such areas as:
- Student life
- Academic Affairs
- Athletics
- Administrative divisions
Students in this online higher education degree benefit from an engaging and interactive learning experience. Connect and engage with your professors and colleagues, but also enjoy the flexibility of online learning. You can study when and where it is convenient.
Prepare for a career working in a public or private school as a library media specialist with this online library science degree. Study library and media management, applications of technology for teaching and learning, and instructional development and media productions. You will gain the leadership skills and understanding of current and developing technology needed to meet today’s demands.
The curriculum is taught using synchronous distance technology. While you still have scheduled class times you can study wherever it is convenient.
Engineering
The online Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering is designed for computing professionals seeking to upgrade their credentials. Prior work experience and knowledge from the industry can be considered for credit.
This online program is ideal for:
- Adults with an IT background
- Adults with a four-year degree in IT
- Working adults with a two-year degree in an IT field
During this program, students have access to many online academic resources. Career opportunities for graduates include jobs in software product production, quality assurance, analysis, software architecture, and more. Graduates will be equipped with the right skills to succeed in software engineering.
The online Executive Master of Engineering Management bridges the gap between engineering and business. Students learn management techniques and develop advanced leadership skills. The curriculum includes homework, projects, and assignments that can be completed at a student’s own pace.
This online degree offers:
- Graduation in 18 months
- Affordability
- Small classes and individualized attention
Students have access to many online academic resources. Career opportunities include management positions in projects, operations, and more. Graduates are ready to tackle challenges and lead teams in the field of engineering management.
The Master of Engineering Management prepares graduates for managerial roles. It is available in synchronous and asynchronous modes. Online students can complete the program in 18 – 24 months.
Career opportunities for graduates include:
- Operations Engineer
- Financial Analyst
- Quality Engineer
All full-time faculty have doctoral degrees and extensive experience. Students submit a culminating project at the end of the program. Graduates are prepared with the necessary knowledge and skills to acquire advanced positions in engineering management.
The online Master of Science in Electrical Engineering provides students with hands-on experience to prepare them for leading roles in electrical engineering. Students learn to design systems while taking into consideration the realistic constraints and challenges that arise in each situation. Students also develop strong leadership, communication, and problem solving skills.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Signal processing
- Controls
- Embedded systems
- Networking
Several faculty members have done extensive research and have published in engineering journals. Career opportunities for graduates include jobs in telecommunications, biomedical engineering, and systems engineering. Graduates will have the skills and knowledge required to be successful electrical engineering professionals.
The online Professional Science Master’s in Software Engineering is designed for computing professionals seeking to upgrade their credentials. Prior experience and knowledge from the industry can be considered for credit. This online program can be completed in four semesters.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Software projects
- Software systems technologies
- Design, analysis, and deployment
During this program, students have access to state-of-the-art laboratories, visualization labs, immersive lab studies, and up-to-date technology. Career opportunities for graduates include jobs in software product management, quality assurance, analysis, software architecture, and more. Graduates will be equipped with the right skills to succeed in software engineering.
Math & Science
The online Bachelor of Arts in Geography prepares students to become effective stewards of the environments in which they live and work. Online courses are offered in synchronous, asynchronous, or hybrid formats. Using the latest technology and scientific applications, students gain highly marketable skills to bring into their careers.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Remote Sensing
- Land Surveying
- Physical, Cultural, and Regional Geography
Dedicated and experienced faculty are eager to encourage students to excel. Students have access to many academic online resources and literature. Career opportunities include jobs in cartography, emergency management, outdoor recreation, real estate development, historic preservation, education, urban analysis, water resources, city planning, transportation analysis, and more. Graduates of the online Bachelor of Arts in Geography have the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in the field.
If you are interested in pursuing a career teaching economics in high school, you should check out these online geography degree programs. This program enhances your knowledge and training through advanced content in geography. It features a core program of study that focuses on geography education.
These online teaching degrees have flexibility. They fulfill the path-to-18 requirements to teach Senior-to Sophomore or College-in-the-Schools courses in economics. Another option is to combine this program with the Social Studies Education master’s degree. Regardless of the path you choose to take, these online geography degree programs have the flexibility you need to continue your career while you are completing this program.
Psychology & Human Services
Saint Cloud University offers a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis, an online psychology degree. This program is for advanced students looking for further academic knowledge on behavior analysis, autism spectrum disorders, and developmental disabilities. Components of this online special education degree involve organizational development and staff training. Courses also cover community integration and autism studies.
Graduates are prepared for careers that include:
- Clinical behavior therapist
- Education behavior support specialist
- Intensive behavior therapist
- Residential and vocational specialist
- Behavior analyst