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The online Associate of Science in General Studies degree program from Shorter University is designed to lay the groundwork for students aiming to transfer into a baccalaureate degree program. The curriculum covers topics in:

• Communication
• Old/New Testament
• History
• Social Science
• Art
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

The online Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree program from Shorter University offers students the opportunity to pursue a personalized plan of study, allowing them to develop knowledge and skills that align with their interests. It is ideal for students aiming to maximize their transfer credits and study a variety of fields while earning their bachelor's. Major course work consists of three areas, two of which must be from major fields in which the Bachelor of Science is offered. 

Shorter University offers the online AS in Business. This degree equips graduates with a foundational knowledge of business operations. Graduates are prepared to enter the workforce with careers in office management, retail management, administrative services and more. The associate degree in business also lays the groundwork for lifelong learning.

Shorter University offers the online BBA. This program will prepare individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of firms and organizations around the world. The students will be prepared to deal with everyday challenges in the business world. It is the goal of this program to provide students with the ability to make solid career decisions while developing their skills and interests.

This online Bachelor of Business Administration in Sports Management is endorsed by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA). With this online Sports Management degree, you can gain all of the knowledge and skills you need to help lead various aspects of sports organizations at any level.

Courses prepare you in areas such as sport psychology, coaching, event and facility management, and more. You will gain specialized skills in sports-focused marketing, governance, and leadership.

Shorter University offers the online Master of Accountancy. This program is designed to provide professional preparation for the accounting industry. Many states/jurisdictions now require or will require 150 semester hours of education for obtaining the CPA certification. 

The online MBA from Shorter University is designed for students interested in advancing their business careers.  This program can be completed in as little as a year through the accelerated curriculum.  It prepares students for leadership and management positions in business organizations and a variety of business careers.  The curriculum covers core MBA courses in areas such as accounting, economics, finance, international business management, marketing, human resource management, and data analysis.  You will also learn about business laws and to make ethical decisions as leaders in the field.

Shorter University offers an online MBA with a concentration in Sport Management for students interested in business in the sports area.  The curriculum includes the standard MBA courses along with sports-specific fundamentals.  Students will complete business courses in areas including management, finance, economics, accounting, human resource management, data analysis, marketing, and more.  In addition, you will take sports-related business courses in areas including marketing, finance, human resources, and more. 

Courses in the Sport Management area include:

• Business of Sport
• Risk Management in Sport 
• Leadership & Administration in Sport
• Sport Marketing 
• Sport Operations & Event Management

Shorter University offers the online Master of Management. This program will equip graduates to seek advanced employment in upper level management positions. The curriculum focuses on enhancing leadership, project management and communication skills, as well as helping students understand how to navigate real-world scenarios.

Students are also offered a concentration in Human Services Nonprofit Management. This concentration provides the foundational knowledge to improve the well-being of others and their community, as well as acquire the necessary skills to succeed as a professional in both the private and public business sectors. This program gives student specific fundamentals in areas of nonprofit management, fundraising, marketing, and strategy.

With the Associate of Science in Criminal Justice from Shorter University, you can quickly train for entry-level positions dealing with crime or criminals. The online criminal justice degree also benefits career changers.

Through the online criminal justice associate’s degree program, you prepare for various career options. While some positions might require you to transfer your degree to a bachelor’s program, others are available with this AS degree. Criminal justice careers include such jobs as:

• Court bailiffs
• Victim advocates
• Corrections officers
• Pre-sentence investigators

You can learn from scholar-practitioners with Shorter University’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. The online criminal justice degree provides engaging instruction from personal experience and academic perspectives.

Presented by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the online criminal justice bachelor’s degree program requires coursework in biblical perspectives, emphasizing this liberal arts college's focus on Christ. Your online studies cover such topics as:

• Criminal justice administration
• American government
• Judicial systems
• Police systems

The online MBA with a concentration in Healthcare Management from Shorter University prepares students for careers in the business area of healthcare.  This program includes core MBA courses and is completed with courses from the Healthcare Management area.  The curriculum is designed to teach students to apply business principles to positions in the healthcare industry.  You will take accounting, economics, law, finance, international business management, marketing, and data analysis courses in business administration. 

In addition, students will complete these two Healthcare Management courses:

• Human Resource Management for Healthcare 
• Healthcare Marketing

In as little as 12 months, students will complete the program and are ready to begin careers in healthcare organizations.

Shorter University online offers an Associate of Science degree in Human Services to the nontraditional student.  This program prepares students for advanced studies in human services, or programs in psychology, sociology, and more.  Studies will help students develop into research-practitioners in the field.

Courses are available 100% online in an accelerated format.  Small class sizes lend to individualized attention, and coursework is self-paced.  These online associate degree qualities expand students’ time management and organizational skills.  Graduates of this program are expected to understand current services and applications with the goal of contributing to professional research in the human services field.

An online Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services is available to the working adult student through Shorter University.  This program takes an interdisciplinary approach to enhance skills and techniques in research and therapeutic application.  Studies will cover topics including but not limited to:

• Global and domestic issues
• Diversity
• Professional ethics

This online human services degree provides flexibility in course scheduling, designed for working adult students.  Develop skills in problem-solving, opportunity development, and analysis through studies focused on trends and methods of the most current professional practices.  Graduates with this online bachelor’s degree may find entry-level career opportunities in social work, client-centered mental health practices, psychology, and more.