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MS in Higher Education-Online College Teaching - Kaplan University

The online college teaching specialization is designed to prepare students to teach in the rapidly growing world of online education. Students who complete this specialization may already have (or be in the process of obtaining) the subject-matter expertise needed to pursue postsecondary teaching positions in their field. The Master of Science in Higher Education with the Online College Teaching specialization will teach students the special knowledge, skills, and approaches needed for success in online learning environments. Graduates of this program may have a competitive advantage to pursue online teaching positions, and ultimately may be more successful as facilitators of online learning.

The specialization courses will emphasize adult learning theory, distance learning technologies and pedagogies, characteristics of online learners, special considerations for assessing student learning outcomes in the online environment, and current developments and trends in online education.

MBA/Project Management - Kaplan University

Examine how to analyze and streamline complex, large-scale endeavors into efficient project plans. You will be taught to strategize, plan, schedule, implement, and determine project deliverables, milestones, and responsibilities, making sure that business needs are being addressed and costs are managed.

MBA/Supply Chain Management and Logistics - Kaplan University

Examine tools and techniques used to create and manage an optimal supply chain, from the source of origin, to the consumer, to reverse logistics. Apply the total systems approach to manage materials and services, solve logistic and transportation problems, and reduce costs. Explore how e-business can improve productivity and position an organization to better compete in the global economy.

MS in Management/Change Leadership - Kaplan University

Explore organization development and the nature and types of changes organizations experience as they grow, downsize, or relocate to accommodate dynamic market conditions. Analyze how to align an organization's strategies, structures, and processes to support each other and the environment. Focus on total system change strategies, problem solving, and organizational intervention. Study to prepare for career opportunities in areas such as human resources and organizational psychology.

MS in Management/Health Care Management - Kaplan University

Examine the role of management in improving the quality and utilization of health care services. Focus on the changing relationships among payers, providers, and suppliers, and the legal issues facing today's health care providers. Explore marketing and strategy and how to leverage information technology to gain a competitive advantage within the health care system. Study to prepare for management positions in doctors-offices, medical and surgical hospitals, home health care, outpatient centers, and other health care services.

MS in Management/Project Management - Kaplan University

Focus on strategic project management with an emphasis on planning, executing, and controlling phases of a project life cycle. Utilize current software to achieve project goals and objectives. Explore the principles, tools, and techniques for controlling project cost and scheduling. Analyze project risk, quality, and legal and ethical considerations in contracting and procurement. Study to develop skills to increase the bottom line for organizations in a variety of industries.

MS in Management/Supply Chain Management and Logistics - Kaplan University

Examine tools and techniques used to create and manage an optimal supply chain, from the source of origin, to the consumer, to reverse logistics. Study how to apply the total systems approach to manage materials and services, solve logistic and transportation problems, and reduce costs. Explore how e-business can improve productivity and position an organization to better compete in the global economy. Study to gain the knowledge and skills required to pursue a wide range of career opportunities in public and private sectors around the world.

MS in Information Technology - Kaplan University

A master's degree in information technology can prepare you with the communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and technical competencies to help advance your career. You will have the chance to apply appropriate technologies in the analysis and design of information systems, as well as assess ethical, legal, and social issues.

The computer systems design and related services industry is expected to experience rapid growth between 2006 and 2016 with professional workers expected to enjoy the best job prospects, reflecting continuing demand for higher-level skills needed to keep up with changes in technology.

MS in Information Technology/Information Security and Assurance - Kaplan University

In today's world, protection of data is serious business. Explore everything from fundamentals such as viruses, worms, and other malicious software to more high-level aspects of IT security like network defense, ethical hacking, and computer forensics.

MS in Nursing/Nurse Administrator - Kaplan University

Focus on the principles of personnel management, policy development and implementation, budgeting,and the use of information technology in advanced nursing roles. Complete a residency program during which you will work closely with an administrator mentor in a selected health care setting. Study to prepare for administrative or managerial positions and leadership roles in hospitals, community centers, and long-term care facilities.

MS in Nursing/Nurse Educator - Kaplan University

Focus on developing courses and programs that integrate nursing philosophy. Examine the applications and ethical and legal issues related to the use of technology in teaching. Analyze assessment, measurement, and evaluation methods used in nursing education. Prepare for a faculty or educator role in colleges or schools of nursing, continuing education programs, staff development, clinical education, and patient and community education. Explore strategies for developing effective educational experiences.

MA in Teaching (for Aspiring Teachers Grades 5-12) - Kaplan University

Today's learners need knowledgeable and dedicated teachers. If you are interested in the field of education, but have already earned a bachelor's degree in another field of study or are working in another profession, Kaplan University can help you answer the call to teach. The Master of Arts in Teaching—Nationwide, Noncertification program is designed to help career changers develop the professional competencies required of secondary educators (grades 5 through 12).

The goal of the program is to provide you with an understanding of secondary teaching practices. While this program will not lead to certification, it is designed to prepare you with a solid foundation to pursue alternative routes to teacher certification, if state certification is your goal.

MS in Education (for Practicing Teachers Grades K-12) - Kaplan University

Today's K-12 classrooms come in all shapes and sizes, accommodating students in public and private schools, vocational programs, and even home schooling environments. At Kaplan University, we understand the value of nurturing students in unique teaching and learning environments. Our own virtual classrooms focus on adding a human touch to the high technology of learning online, allowing you to earn a Master of Science in Education entirely on your own schedule, full or part time, from anywhere you have access to the Internet. Whether you are preparing to enter this exciting field for the first time, or are already teaching and want to enhance your knowledge and advance your career, Kaplan University offers a convenient, flexible solution for earning your master's degree online.

MS in Higher Education-College Administration and Leadership - Kaplan University

Study to gain expertise in the principles of effective leadership needed to run academic programs and departments in a variety of postsecondary settings. Explore the roles of institutional research and strategic planning in institutions of higher education. Develop skills in assessing and evaluating academic programs, including accreditation standards and processes in both on-ground and online institutions. Prepare to enter the high-demand field of higher education administration, or to advance your career and take on new leadership roles.

MS in Information Technology-Project Management - Kaplan University

Focus on strategic project management with an emphasis on planning, executing, and controlling phases of a project life cycle. Utilize current software to achieve project goals and objectives. Explore the principles, tools, and techniques for controlling project cost and scheduling. Analyze project risk, quality, and legal and ethical considerations in contracting and procurement. Study to develop skills to increase the bottom line for organizations in a variety of industries.

MS in Higher Education-College Teaching and Learning - Kaplan University

Explore foundations of adult learning and the use of technology in higher education settings. Focus on developing expertise in curriculum design and implementation and in the methods and models used to assess learning outcomes. Analyze strategies for quality online education as you explore the theory and processes of designing, delivering, and assessing online learning. If you have professional credentials in a technical field, such as allied health or industrial technology, or at least 18 graduate-level semester hours in an academic discipline, this specialization could prepare you to become an effective postsecondary instructor.

MS in Higher Education-Student Affairs - Kaplan University

Learn how to create a comprehensive student services program. Focus on developing expertise in the administration of student services in both on-ground and online institutions. Gain hands-on experience through internships at two different real-world educational institutions, and explore how to incorporate current management and legal issues into student affairs. This specialization meets the standards of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) for graduate programs in student affairs and the standards of the Professional Preparation Commission of the American College Personnel Association (ACPA).

MS in Management/Human Resources - Kaplan University

Study human resources development (HRD) management processes from a strategic HR perspective. Analyze theories and practices as they relate to human and organizational development. Look at major internal and external factors that affect employee behavior. Define the evaluation methods used in HRD, while discussing organizational structure. Identify and describe basic workplace competencies.

MS in Psychology-Applied Behavioral Analysis - Kaplan University

Focus on the developmentally disabled, the autistic, and individuals with traumatic brain injuries. Utilize behavioral concepts and theories, and develop assessment and intervention skills.

MS in Psychology-Addictions - Kaplan University

Study the principles of addictions counseling, group counseling, psychopharmacology, and co-occurring disorders, and learn to apply them to guide clients toward recovery.