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No matter where you are in your educational journey, Southern Utah University can help you meet your goals. Our 100 percent online programs are designed to accelerate your path to professional achievement with the flexibility you need and the affordability you desire. Choose the degree that’s right for you and prepare to open the door to new career opportunities—in as few as 12 months.
Accreditation & Licensing
Southern Utah University is accredited by:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
This online BIS from SUU, enables you to pull from two or three disciplines while completing your degree. For instance, in two disciplines, you could major in criminal justice and political science. An example of a 3-discipline major could be family life/human development with nutrition and Spanish. This is a tailor-made program, where you can choose electives that align with your career or personal goals.
SUU’s online BS in General Studies can provide you with a well-rounded, multi-disciplined education from the convenience of your kitchen table. No matter where you chose to study in this online program, you’ll complete classes that are relevant to your current career or educational goals. This is a customizable degree, that encompasses a research project and capstone course.
When you earn your M.A. in Professional Communication – Digital Media Emphasis online from SUU, you will explore the intersection between communication and digital culture. Our online coursework analyzes visual literacy and application, the impact of pop culture and the strategic use of social media. Tailor this career-oriented degree program to your professional goals by choosing research and project topics, elective courses and optional internship locations to ensure you acquire the industry-specific skills you need to progress in your field.
Master the art of business in the creative world with an online MBA – Arts Administration Emphasis from Southern Utah University, in partnership with SUU’s Arts Administration Program. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of the art world while honing your strategic thinking, financial expertise and leadership skills. Prepare to tackle the challenges and opportunities in the real world of art management with a hands-on, experiential capstone course where you will integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you have acquired throughout the program.
If you want an advanced degree, available online and fitted to your own goals, this MIS from SUU may be an ideal fit. You’ll pick from two building blocks, or specialty areas, in creating your own unique degree. Even as a distance-learning student, you’ll work with a faculty member, one-on-one, to make sure you graduate with the skills that support the next step in your career. Building blocks include, but are not limited to:
- Online teaching
- Music technology
- Leadership
- Professional communication
- Business administration
- School library
The online Master of Music Education degree program from Southern Utah University is designed specifically for current school ensemble directors who wish to continue working while obtaining their degree. The curriculum focuses on increasing participants’:
- Ability to direct ensembles in secondary schools
- Understanding of music through analysis and performance, including historical and societal implications
- Classroom management skills as they relate to music
Business
Southern Utah University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree. Students prepare for the CPA exam and receive training and knowledge in the different aspects of accounting. Students graduate from the program well-equipped for working in accounting firms.
Southern Utah University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Communication degree. Students learn communication skills through critical thinking, problem solving, message design, analysis, presentation skills, and teamwork. Students will be well equipped for advertising or public relations fields.
Learn how to make the best financial decisions in complex business situations with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. This online degree helps develop your technical, analytical, and communication skills so you can effectively lead financial operations.
Courses examine current analytical methods and tools used to evaluate financial viability. Students will learn the methods commonly used by organizations to manage funds and investments. Graduates will understand how financial institutions utilize financial markets and concepts to circulate funds through the economy.
In this online Finance degree, you can choose elective coursework that best fits your career aspirations, such as:
- Decision Modeling
- International Economics and Finance
- Risk and Insurance
- Real Estate Finance
- Trading Futures
Learn the ins and outs of the hospitality industry with this online Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Hospitality Management. Prepare for leadership roles with the training you receive through coursework and on-the-job training opportunities.
Courses cover a variety of important aspects in this field. Learn how to manage safety and sanitation in hospitality, prepare large quantities of food for guests, and oversee housekeeping and facilities management. Beyond these practical skills, you will learn high-level skills such as marketing your business, providing strategic customer service, business analytics, and hospitality finance.
Southern Utah University offers an online Bachelor of Science in Management degree. Students will learn many skills to succeed in the growing business world. The degree provides a foundation of the essential areas of business: marketing, human resources, statistics, organizational behavior, leadership, and more.
Earn a Bachelor of Science in Marketing to take your place in the fast-paced world of marketing and advertising. Graduates will have a solid foundation in marketing essentials as well as a range of business disciplines.
Courses in this online Marketing degree cover concepts in pricing, promotion, product design, and distribution. Students practice addressing issues with ethics and standards relating to business in society. Coursework provides opportunities to practice effective business communication skills.
Some of the classes available include:
- Buyer Behavior
- Integrated Marketing Communication
- Market Research and Strategy
- Marketing Management
Southern Utah University offers an online Master of Accountancy degree. Students learn the necessary prerequisites toward a CPA license. Students will remain up-to-date with expertise of the accounting field to truly enhance their careers.
Enhance your communication skills and learn the application of professional communication to effectively reach a variety of audiences with the online Master of Arts in Professional Communication General. The online professional communication master’s degree program is ideal for those working for any company requiring audience messaging capabilities in advertising and public relations campaigns, social media content creation, internal organizational analysis, media production and more.
Learn from our distinguished faculty and benefit from projects tailored to your professional goals. Designed to meet the needs of working professionals, this 100 percent online program is both flexible and convenient to fit your busy lifestyle and schedule.
Gain a critical understanding of managerial-level accounting, economics, finance and marketing—and their impact on business operations and strategy.
In this MBA program from the AACSB-accredited Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business, deepen your knowledge of economics, finance, supply chain management, leadership and more. You will also develop a background in the global, ethical and sociopolitical context of business, use and integrate knowledge from core areas of business and effectively apply strategic analysis and decision-making skills, supported by appropriate quantitative methods and information technology.
Students in the General Emphasis will complete 24 credit hours of core curriculum and choose 9 credit hours of electives to fit your interests. As part of the core curriculum, all students will participate in a capstone course that focuses on developing strategic solutions to management challenges faced by any organization.
By balancing technical skills with general business expertise, this in-demand program enables you to effectively manage business operations and improve processes. You will learn to analyze and apply data to make strategic business decisions.
Learn from course instructors with professional analytics experience while you study programming for data management and visualization; data manipulation and modeling; and descriptive, predictive and prescriptive methods in data analytics from a practical business perspective. Plus, our core coursework deepens your foundational business knowledge in accounting, finance, economics and more.
Enrich your expertise in real-world investment practices for a variety of settings including traditional firms, early-stage companies, mergers and acquisitions and more.
This MBA program from the AACSB-accredited Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business emphasizes project-based learning. In addition to a broad background of business fundamentals, applied projects illustrate the types of mathematical analysis used by professionals specializing in mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, risk and insurance, credit and other areas. You will also learn common valuation approaches, theories used to estimate appropriate discount rates, gain an in-depth understanding of financial statements used to forecast economic performance, and improve your skill in developing estimates of future growth and the required cost of capital.
Plus, the integrated capstone course focuses on applying your MBA learnings in order to develop strategic solutions to management challenges in any organization.
In the MBA in HR Management online program, you will strengthen your HR expertise and leadership acumen and begin to thrive in diverse professional environments. This well-rounded curriculum encompassing theory and practical application will equip you with versatile strategies for continual growth. Gain insights into fostering globally conscious and culturally responsive teams. The capstone strategy course provides a platform to address real-world strategic challenges, honing your skills in resolving complex issues.
Learn transformational strategies to empower you for a broad range of management roles while developing your personal leadership style.
In this MBA program from the AACSB-accredited Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business, you will enhance your fundamental business knowledge with authentic leadership techniques, team-building expertise and more within the framework of a modern and practical approach to ethical leadership. Build on the foundations of leadership by becoming more self-aware of your natural leadership style. Explore how your personal leadership impacts others and what you can do to become a more effective and authentic leader. Learn what it takes to lead effective teams including components of trust, accountability, conflict resolution, team building, and nurturing multicultural and virtual teams.
You will deepen your foundational business knowledge in areas such as accounting, economics, finance, and more. Plus, the integrated capstone course focuses on applying your MBA learnings in order to develop strategic solutions to management challenges in any organization.
Become the marketing guru your organization needs by enhancing your fundamental business knowledge with a broad range of marketing skills based on real-world applications.
In this MBA program from the AACSB-accredited Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business, you will study brand development strategies and analytic methods along with promotion campaign management, traditional and digital advertising, sales promotion, direct marketing and public relations. Our curriculum augments well-established marketing research methodology with up-to-date industry trends. You will also learn to apply advanced analytics tools to address the increasingly complex challenges facing today’s marketers and explore key marketing strategies related to communicating product or service value.
Deepen your foundational business knowledge in areas such as accounting, economics, finance, and more. Plus, the integrated capstone course focuses on applying your MBA learnings in order to develop strategic solutions to management challenges in any organization.
Southern Utah University offers an online Master of Public Administration degree. Students can choose to focus on higher education or state and local governments. The degree prepares students for administrative positions within public affairs, and also prepares students for further studies to PhD programs if they desire.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
Expand your business expertise and prepare for leadership positions in technology-focused organizations with the MBA in Cybersecurity online. Gain the technical foundations and business skills essential for management roles.
Increase your credentials with experiential projects and practical curriculum that focuses on cybersecurity theory, practical application and leadership. Designed to meet the needs of working professionals, this 100 percent online program provides flexibility for working professionals like you.
Elevate your career in cybersecurity with an M.S. in Cybersecurity with Information Assurance – Cyber Operations Emphasis from Southern Utah University online. Gain expertise in combating cyber threats, such as identity theft and intellectual property breaches, while honing your leadership and management skills. Specialize in cyber operations, focusing on designing, planning and managing systems to defend against terrorism and other external threats. Benefit from a hands-on internship to apply your skills in real-world scenarios. Prepare for specialized roles and become a highly sought-after leader in the field.
Gain experience securing web clients and servers through the Master of Science in Cybersecurity with Information Assurance – Cybersecurity Strategy Emphasis. Designed for industry professionals seeking elite cybersecurity skills, this online program increases your expertise with cybercrime investigations and breach response preparedness.
Advance your knowledge of risk management and response and governance as you progress through the cutting-edge curriculum for the cybersecurity strategy master’s. Gain expert-level knowledge of network and cloud security that prepares you for high-level careers securing vital data for any organization.
Become a leader in cybersecurity and healthcare with your M.S. in Cybersecurity with Information Assurance – Healthcare Administration Emphasis from SUU Online. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the distinct challenges and demands within healthcare cybersecurity with the specialized knowledge needed to emerge as a sought-after expert in the field. Become empowered to drive innovation and make a tangible difference in patient outcomes while developing the skills to ensure regulatory adherence and effectively manage cybersecurity risks.
Prepare for leadership roles protecting organizations from external threats. Gain an accelerated overview of management theories and current trends in cybersecurity as you develop the expertise to lead teams that can successfully mitigate damaging cyberattacks.
Benefit from a rigorous curriculum that increases your proficiency with network and cloud security and protocols for responding to breaches. The asynchronous coursework for this affordable program equips you with a valuable combination of management and cybersecurity expertise that prepares you for upper management roles.
Education
Prepare to help or eventually become an elementary teacher with this online elementary education degree. This program prepares you to teach students in grades PreK-3. In addition to a commitment to developing and nurturing educators, this online elementary education degree is designed for those who value the communities they serve. Become an agent of change, advocate for equity and justice in your school and community, and embolden your students to do the same.
The curriculum consists of such courses as:
- Integrated Curriculum and Assessment: PreK-3
- Principles of Curriculum and Instruction
- Educational Psychology
- Schools, Society, and Diversity
- Foundations of Elementary Literacy Instruction
With this online elementary education degree students become successful elementary teachers, teaching students in grades K-8. In addition to a commitment to developing and nurturing educators, this online elementary education degree is designed for those who value the communities they serve. Become an agent of change, advocate for equity and justice in your school and community, and embolden your students to do the same.
The curriculum consists of a core of general education and foreign language requirements, as well as covering methods of teaching in:
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Science, Physical Education & Health
- Social Studies
The online elementary education degree leads to an Elementary Education degree (major) with licensure eligibility in either K-6 or 1-8 grade levels.
With this online elementary education degree students become successful elementary teachers, teaching students in grades K-8. In addition to a commitment to developing and nurturing educators, this online elementary education degree is designed for those who value the communities they serve. Become an agent of change, advocate for equity and justice in your school and community, and embolden your students to do the same.
The curriculum consists of a core of general education and Math or Science requirements, as well as covering methods of teaching in:
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Science, Physical Education & Health
- Social Studies
The online elementary education degree leads to an Elementary Education degree (major) with licensure eligibility in either K-6 or 1-8 grade levels.
Enroll in this instructional design degree online and advance your professional opportunities. Many facets of everyday life changed with the COVID-19 pandemic, and the education world had to adapt as well. As online learning became more prevalent, there was a greater need for educators with knowledge and skills in online teaching. Even though life is returning to “normal,” the need for online teachers and online instructional programs has not disappeared. Meet this need as an educator or corporate training personnel.
With this competency-focused certificate, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to distinguish yourself and meet the needs of digital-age education. Courses will likely be:
- Online Teaching for Educators
- Instructional Design for E-Learning
- Assessment in E-Learning
Enroll in these online teaching degrees and advance professional opportunities. Enhance your teaching skills by extending your knowledge and skills in this area. You will also prepare to have a positive impact on students in PreK-12, adult education, community education, professional education, and other similar settings.
The curriculum covers the historical, philosophical, and political underpinnings of education. Study the characteristics of highly effective teachers. While all students complete the same core coursework, the electives are chosen by each individual to pursue an emphasis of their choice.
Healthcare
This dynamic program immerses you in contemporary thinking about management principles and competencies relevant to complex modern healthcare systems. You will develop leadership skills applicable to a broad range of settings within the constantly evolving healthcare industry.
Prepare for success in administrative roles through a curriculum that synthesizes key foundational business and healthcare concepts such as accounting, finance, policy, law, and ethics. You will examine the interrelated changes in healthcare administration, the organization of health care and health policy, and the ways in which leaders adapt to and challenge public policies. This 100 percent online program emphasizes project-based learning, with an integrated capstone course focused on applying your MBA learnings in order to develop strategic solutions to management challenges in any organization.
Math & Science
Elevate your career in aviation with a Master of Business Administration – Aviation Administration and Leadership Emphasis degree from Southern Utah University online. Expand your business proficiency across finance, marketing and operations while immersing yourself in the nuances of Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM), Crew Resource Management (CRM) and air transportation economics. Enhance your leadership expertise through training in crisis response tailored to the aviation sector. Culminate your journey with a strategy capstone course, where you’ll apply and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program.
Nursing
Prepare for new opportunities in providing quality, evidence-based care to culturally diverse patients across their lifespan in Southern Utah University’s RN to BSN program. With our 100 percent online coursework, you can begin when you’re ready and complete your degree in as few as 10 months, thanks to 6 start dates a year and accelerated 7-week courses.
This CCNE-accredited degree is delivered in an online format and experiential learning environment designed for working students. Plus, affordable tuition ensures a budget-friendly investment in your future.
At SUU, we’re here to help you succeed by providing affordable prices and accelerated time to completion. We offer strong student support for our online students—including a dedicated nursing librarian—to ensure you have the tools you need to meet your goals.
Strengthen your ability to care for patients across the life span in diverse healthcare settings when you earn your MSN in Family Nurse Practitioner online from SUU. This MSN – FNP program features 100 percent online coursework that will equip you with elevated expertise in health disorder management, physiology, pharmacology, primary care management, informatics and biostatistics. Seamlessly transition from academic learning to professional practice with career-relevant coursework that uses hands-on case studies, real-world simulations and in-person practica.
Our online MSN in Leadership and Administration program is for active nurses who want to thrive as healthcare administrators. Prepare for management roles with industry-specific expertise in nursing leadership principles and foundational business concepts.
Prepare to thrive in the continuously evolving landscape of healthcare cybersecurity with an MSN in Leadership and Administration – Cybersecurity with Information Assurance Emphasis program from SUU. You will learn how to help ensure patient data is secure by developing an understanding of the cybersecurity sector, policies, frameworks and more through flexible, 100 percent online coursework.
Prepare for leadership roles with the online RN to MSN in Leadership and Administration from SUU. Complete your BSN and then continue on to your MSN in this accelerated, 100 percent online program. No GRE is required, and you can continue to work full-time by completing 90 clinical hours at your current workplace.
Gain advanced nursing credentials and develop your business acumen as you prepare for executive leadership roles with an online MSN in Leadership and Administration-MBA Dual Degree and streamline your curriculum for the scheduling flexibility you need as a working nurse. Develop the administrative, organizational and financial skills needed to improve both the patient and business side of healthcare. No GMAT or GRE is required, and you can continue to work full-time by completing 90 clinical hours at your current workplace.
Psychology & Human Services
Enroll in this online human services degree and advance professional opportunities. Advance education, human performance, and family development with this bachelor’s degree. You will learn to create healthy interpersonal and family relationships as you also prepare to help individuals maximize their potential. As you learn to integrate family theory and research into your personal and professional life, you will also study:
- Child development
- Marriage and family relations
- Parenting principles
Enjoy flexibility with this family and consumer science degree online. Not only can you study wherever it is convenient, but you can choose to earn your degree either part-time or full-time.
Earn a Master of Social Work degree with a concentration in Mental Health through Southern Utah University online. This advanced program instills principles of social justice into a rigorous curriculum preparing students to enter professional settings. Studies may include but are not limited to:
- Grief and Loss
- Diversity
- Adults and Aging
Students are offered the opportunity to engage in experiential learning through field placement, applying studies to real-world scenarios. Develop enhanced skills in evaluation, assessment, intervention, and more. Take the academic step toward helping those in need with an online MSW from Southern Utah University.