National American University

Earning a bachelor's degree in Accounting can prepare individuals for various career opportunities working in business, government, or non-profit organizations. Along with fundamental accounting principles and practices courses, our program also prepares students to sit for the Certified Managerial Accounting (CMA) exam as well as the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in those states not requiring the fifth year of education. Learners will also enhance critical thinking skills, utilize current technology to analyze information, and understand the ethical and legal guidelines that govern the conduct of accountants in the workplace. Successful graduates can seek certifications as CMAs and/or CPAs to increase their marketability.

The Applied Management Bachelor of Science degree program is for those of you with degrees, diplomas or certificates in specialty areas. This degree is designed to meet the needs of individuals who have acquired occupation-related training at community colleges, technical institutions, military service schools, industry-related schools, or training classrooms in their field of specialty. Combined with our sound business and general education courses, this degree will prepare you for advancement in management areas associated with your specialty field. This is the degree that can give you a jump-start toward completion of your bachelor's degree.

Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration provides training for students in the knowledge base and strategic mindset that is requisite for career success in the field of business. Graduates of this program will be qualified for a wide range of career opportunities in for-profit and non-profit business organizations or governmental institutions. This program is also an excellent foundation for students who may wish to pursue a business-related graduate degree.

Earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a Human Resource Management emphasis provides learners with an overall management background and then focuses on specific skills required to oversee human resource departments. Students will learn training and development strategies, benefits and compensation laws, policies on discrimination in the workplace, and much more, as they successfully complete this program. Many organizations value individuals who have strong business skills and have mastered human resource knowledge to effectively manage the company's most valuable assets — humans.

Earning a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice can prepare learners for entry-level positions in private security, advancement within criminal justice agencies, or after completion of additional training in an officer's training academy, policing and institutional corrections employment. Our program helps students identify and develop appropriate solutions for criminal justice issues and understand the need to handle their position of authority ethically, logically, and wisely within the parameters of their organization. Graduates will gain an overall knowledge of the various agencies and their responsibilities within the American criminal justice system.

Students in the state of Minnesota are not eligible to sit for the Minnesota Police Officer licensing examination upon completion of this program. Other public and private career options may be available to graduates.

This program may also benefit current officers who are seeking to advance their careers through education.

Earning a bachelor's degree in Health Care Management prepares learners to enter the growing health care industry as effective managers and leaders equipped with the knowledge and skills required in this profession. To assure student's success in this program, admission requirements consider previous education and work experience to tailor an education plan to best complement each students own clinical/professional expertise in their field.

Earning a bachelor's degree in Information Technology with an emphasis in Management Information Systems combines IT specialization with business, finance, management, and accounting courses to prepare graduates to assume leadership positions overseeing modern business operations. Some of the positions graduates may qualify for are systems analysts, computer center managers, and sales and marketing representatives, to name a few.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN online program) provides necessary knowledge for registered nurses to transition to effective professional nursing practice in a rapidly changing environment. This program is designed for working RNs with an associate degree or diploma certificate, building on the students' past education and experience. This program offers a flexible and practical way for RNs to expand their knowledge and prepare for leadership positions in a variety of health care settings. It also provides the skills and credentials necessary to pursue graduate education.

This online program is not offered in Texas.

The baccalaureate and master's programs in nursing at National American University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 887-6791.

ith the bachelor's in Paralegal Studies, students will learn how to, under the supervision of an attorney, interview clients and witnesses; draft court pleadings and other legal documents; perform legal research; investigate medical, police, and other records; attend hearings; assist in trial preparations; and assist at trial. This program takes 4 years or less to complete.