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Online Bachelor's Degree Programs

BS in Early Childhood

The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education (Eligible for Institutional Recommendation) is a degree for students seeking knowledge and expertise in the field of early childhood development and teaching. The curriculum includes instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, assessment techniques, theories of early childhood growth and development, and the impact of family and cultural diversity on early childhood. The degree program has embedded practicum experiences throughout the coursework, requires a student teaching component, and, upon approval, will lead to a teaching credential in Arizona.

BS in Sports Management

The Bachelor of Science in Sports Management prepares students to become professional managers in areas such as sports marketing, sports media, amateur and professional athletics, and sports and entertainment event planning. Coursework focuses on key business skills with specific application to the sports industry.

BA in Christian Studies

Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies will utilize biblical studies as the foundation, and an understanding of theology, philosophy, and Christian history as the framework, for communicating Christ to various audiences. In addition to spiritual formation and exegetical skills essential to Christian studies, graduates will be able to employ communication, leadership, and organizational skills necessary for effective ministry. Concentrations are available in: Biblical/Theological Studies, Christian Leadership Studies, Pastoral Ministry and Youth Ministry.

BA in Christian Studies - Biblical/Theological Studies

BA in Christian Studies - Christian Leadership

BA in Christian Studies - Pastoral Ministry

BA in Christian Studies - Youth Ministry

BA in Communications

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Communications program develops leaders in the fields of human communication and media. The program is built on a values-based liberal arts foundation. Students develop the knowledge, creativity, and technical skills necessary to design and deliver compelling messages. Concentrations are available in Digital Film Production, Graphic Design/Animation and Public Relations.

BA in Communications - Digital Film Production

BA in Communications - Graphic Design

BA in Communications - Public Relations

BA in English Literature

The English Literature Program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to gain the knowledge and professional competence to communicate effectively in written and oral discourse. They also gain a wider knowledge in American literature, English literature, linguistics, grammar, and the history of English.

BA in History

The History program presents students with chronological and theoretical frameworks that enable them to properly contextualize the human cultural, social, political, and economic experience. The department seeks to equip its majors and minors with the basic skills for historical research and reflection.

BA in Interdisciplinary Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies enables students to individualize their program of study while emphasizing different disciplines the impact they have in an interdisciplinary model.

BS in Accounting

The Bachelor in Science in Accounting is designed to prepare students for professional practice in corporate accounting, corporate finance, or public accounting. Completing the requirements for the accounting major qualifies students to sit for the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) examination.

BS in Addiction Counseling

The Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling is designed to train practitioners in the field of addiction counseling and substance abuse treatment. The program includes courses designed to provide students with knowledge of the field through focusing on the development of counseling skills specific to the needs of chemically dependent clientele as identified by appropriate agencies. Students/applicants are responsible for contacting their state counseling certification agency for certification requirements and program approval. Check the University Catalog for requirements for Institutional Recommendation.

BS in Applied Management

The Applied Management Program is an undergraduate degree program that emphasizes organizational behavior, real-world management, leadership and supervision, marketing concepts, managerial accounting, and effective oral and written business communications required of business managers.

BS in Business Administration

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program prepares students to compete for entry-level management positions in business through coursework that addresses small business management and development, entrepreneurship, and project management. Concentrations are available in: Accounting, Entrepreneurial Studies, Finance and Economics, Health Care Management, Management, Management of Information Systems, Marketing and Sport Management

BS in Business Administration - Health Care Management

BS in Business Administration - Management of Information Systems

BS in Business Administration - Sport Management

BS in Elementary Education - Early Childhood

The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (Eligible for Credential) program is designed for any individual interested in the education of children in Grades K-8, and who is seeking teacher certification. The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize the content knowledge that the student will possess upon graduation. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experiences in the areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, assessment, classroom management, and curriculum development. All courses are directly aligned with the Arizona Professional Teacher Standards and the Interstate New Teacher Support and Assessment Consortium Standards. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the teacher preparation program. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through over 100 hours of observational experiences, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16 week student teaching component. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program are prepared to become informed educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential.

BS in Elementary Education - English (With IR and Cert)

BS in Elementary Education - Math (With IR and Cert)

BS in Elementary Education - Science (With IR and Cert)

BS in Elementary Education / Special Education (Dual Major)

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary/Special Education (Dual Major) is a degree that leads to teaching in an elementary or a cross-categorical K-12 setting. It is designed for any individual who wishes to seek a elementary or cross-categorical teaching certificate to teach children with special needs in the K-12 setting. The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the teaching candidate already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disabilities, and other physical and cognitive impairments. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Teacher candidates must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to work with special needs populations and implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the students’ various learning, behavioral, and social needs. Teacher candidates must be prepared to complete a full-time, 16-week student teaching component at the end of the program. Eight weeks of student teaching is completed in a regular education setting and 8 weeks is completed in a resource room, self-contained class, or in a special school for students with disabilities. These special education settings must include at least 3 or more of the following disability categories: mental retardation, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, physical/health impairments; and they must be completed with a certified special education teacher. Teacher candidates are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. Teacher candidates should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and an academic advisor to obtain information regarding current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

BS in Emergency Management

The Emergency Management program is a bachelors’ degree completion program designed for the adult working professional 25 years and older who has completed at least two years of college. The program emphasizes the fundamentals of emergency management while providing an interdisciplinary course of study in the skills and practices of emergency planning and management. The primary purpose of the program is to serve the needs of emergency management professionals to address all aspects of natural and human-caused disasters. Graduates of the program will possess a knowledge and experience-based approach to strategic planning for disaster prevention, reduction, response, and recovery. Candidates for the degree include those working in or desirous of working in emergency management and who have completed academic work in one of several fields including fire protection, emergency medical response, law enforcement, environmental health and safety, and other related fields.

BS in Entrepreneurial Studies

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Studies program is built on the principles of personal integrity, values, and innovation. Emphasizing the philosophy of being an "Entrepreneurial School by Entrepreneurs," the program provides students with the skills to think analytically, ask the right questions, solve problems, and function as an entrepreneur in both small and large companies. Students are prepared to be self-motivated, self-managed, and self-disciplined entrepreneurs with the skill-set to manage their own careers either by starting their own business venture or working within a start-up, entrepreneurial business environment. Interaction with successful entrepreneurs, business consulting opportunities, and individual venture capital projects are highlighted in the program.

BS in Finance and Economics

The Bachelor in Science in Finance and Economics is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in banking or corporate finance through major coursework that addresses advanced issues in finance and economics.

BS in Health Care Administration

The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration (BSHA) is an undergraduate professional degree designed to prepare students for entry-level supervisory roles in health care organizations. Ideal candidates for the BSHA program are those students looking for career entry in health care administration and those looking to advance from clinical/technical roles to supervisory roles. The BSHA program emphasizes both the conceptual and analytical skills required to manage in contemporary health care organizations. Graduates prepare themselves for administrative positions in hospitals, long-term care, outpatient facilities, physician offices, mental health organizations, insurance companies, public health agencies, and other types of health organizations. The BSHA program also prepares students who wish to eventually seek their master’s degree in order to obtain senior health care executive positions. The BSHA program features investigative and experimental opportunities in project management, teamwork, and leadership. Students of this program will have the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the following: • The organization and structure of components of the health care sector to permit development and implementation of successful management strategies within the industry • The managerial skills needed to work in teams, build cross-functional teams, and facilitate collaborative decision making • The industry-specific business knowledge and skills related to finance management, human resources, strategic planning, marketing, information management, and quality improvement • The impact that various dynamics (e.g., regulatory, legal, ethical, public policy, and political) can have on health service organizations and the management or administration of any specific sector of the health care industry • The manner in which public, private, and social forces can shape the health care system and affect health care providers • The financial options and strategies within and between component sectors of the health care industry

BS in Health Sciences - Professional Development & Advanced Patient Care

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Sciences: Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care Program is a degree completion program designed for health care professionals who graduated from accredited certificate and/or associate degree programs and who wish to acquire baccalaureate level competencies in health sciences theory and in health care professional issues.

BS in Justice Studies

Justice Studies is an interdisciplinary field that embraces those aspects of the social sciences and the humanities that are relevant to an understanding of law, justice, social control, and political change. Courses aid students in developing their own values and seeing how they apply to the field of justice studies.

BS in Marketing

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Marketing program prepares students to compete for entry-level management positions in corporate marketing or brand management through major coursework that addresses marketing principles, marketing management, and technology as tool.

BS in Medical Imaging Science

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging Sciences offers an opportunity for Imaging Technologists to advance their education by acquiring a Bachelors degree and skills that are relevent to their current vocation. This program offers the Technologist an opportunity for advancement in employment and enables the motivated professional to serve the community at a higher level of healthcare.

BS in Psychology

The psychology major offers a broad array of courses that increase our understanding of human actions in the past and present. With this understanding comes the responsibility to improve our relationships with others and to help others to achieve similar understanding and insight into their own behaviors. The program helps prepare the student for entry-level positions in agencies and organizations which seek to help those in need. It should be understood that the requirements for employment in many positions in the helping professions include advanced education beyond the bachelor’s degree.

BS in Public Safety Administration

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Safety Administration program is an undergraduate degree program that provides a theoretical and applied approach to the professional education of students, while ensuring relevance to the homeland security and protection industry. The program highlights the application of research methodology; the utilization of communication skills at the personal, professional, and public level; and the development of professional skills and knowledge in the field of public safety.

BS in Public Safety and Emergency Management

Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Safety and Emergency Management program is a bachelor’s degree completion program that provides a theoretical and applied approach to the professional education of students, while ensuring relevance to the homeland security and public safety industries. The program emphasizes the fundamentals of emergency management while providing an interdisciplinary course of study in the skills and practices of emergency planning and management. Candidates for the degree include those working in or desirous of working in one of several fields, including emergency management, fire protection, emergency medical response, law enforcement, environmental health and safety, and other related fields. The program highlights the application of research methodology; the utilization of communication skills at the personal, professional, and public level; and the development of professional skills and knowledge in the fields of public safety and emergency management.

BS in Respiratory Care

The Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care offers an opportunity for Respiratory Therapists to advance their education by acquiring a Bachelors degree and skills that are relevant to their current vocation. This program offers the therapist an opportunity for advancement in employment and enables the motivated professional to serve the community at a higher level of healthcare..

BS in Secondary Education - Business Education

The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education is a degree offered by the College of Education in conjunction with the College of Liberal Arts for students desiring to prepare for a career in teaching in grades 7 - 12. The Secondary Education program is designed to prepare students for careers in middle schools and high schools. Students/applicants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The student/applicant should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and academic advisor to obtain information regarding current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experiences in the areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, assessment, classroom management, and curriculum development. All courses are directly aligned with the Arizona Professional Teacher Standards and the Interstate New Teacher Support and Assessment Consortium Standards. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the teacher preparation program. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through observational experience practicums, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16 week student teaching component. Content areas are available in: Mathematics, Business Education, English and Social Studies.

BS in Secondary Education - English

BS in Secondary Education - Math

BS in Secondary Education - Social Studies

BS in Sociology

The Bachelor of Science in Sociology seeks to encourage students to think deeply and seriously, using both the Christian and scientific perspectives, about the consequences of social structures upon human social behavior in its many diverse contexts.

RN to BSN in Nursing

The RN to BSN program is designed for registered nurses with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner RN, and to maximize strengths that the working RN possesses. A bridge course facilitates the transition of the working RN into the baccalaureate program. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of clinical patient care, healthcare management, and professional nursing practice and leadership. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research in the RN’s clinical practice. Both the science and art of nursing are integral components of the program and are woven throughout. Graduates of the program are prepared to become leaders in the nursing profession.

Online Master's Degree Programs

Master of Public Health

MBA - Health Systems Management

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Health Systems Management program provides students with the capacity for transformational leadership through the application of business practices. The program highlights the impact of the global economy on organizational decision making, planning, and sourcing of organizational resources. Students draw upon interpersonal skills to address each practice, as well as to comprehend the influence that diverse cultures have on it. The use of telecommunications, emerging technologies, and e-commerce applications combine with essential business principles that encompass finance, accounting, economics, marketing, and management, providing students with the capacity to lead and manage business enterprises both effectively and ethically. The program encourages students to be informed critical thinkers and decision makers through active research and the application of quantitative methods that transform raw data into useful information. The program prepares students to compete for critical leadership roles in current and future organizations through coursework that addresses leadership theory, problem solving, organizational leadership, self-leadership, and highly effective teams. The program prepares students for advanced management or senior administration positions in the health care industry through coursework that addresses the legal and ethical concerns in health care and health care policies and economics.

MEd In Early Childhood (With IR)

The Master of Education in Early Childhood Education (Leads to Credential) is a degree for students seeking knowledge and expertise in the field of early childhood development and teaching. The curriculum includes instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, assessment techniques, theories of early childhood growth and development, and the impact of family and cultural diversity on early childhood. The degree program has embedded practicum experiences throughout the coursework, requires a student teaching component, and, upon approval, will lead to a teaching credential in Arizona.

MEd In Educational Leadership

The Master of Education in Educational Administration with an Emphasis in Organizational Leadership (Not Eligible for Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in the administration of educational and social services settings for children in the Grade K-12 setting, but who must postpone a school site-based administrative internship, or who does not choose to seek a K-12 administrative certificate. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize the content knowledge that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational leadership, organizational theory, and strategic management. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a school or children’s social services setting to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to become educational leaders in the home, church, private schools, and other settings not requiring an administrative credential. The students are also prepared to move into an administrative internship/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University at a later date. Students must have a current K-12 teaching certificate.

MPA - Government and Policy

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Public Administration prepares students for careers in the public sector. The program is targeted at individuals working or desirous of finding employment in all levels of government, health care administration, and other quasi- and/or non-governmental organizations. The coursework gives students the opportunity to apply administrative skills in the areas of leadership, human capital development, policy, and governance within a public sector environment. Students will be challenged to identify and provide solutions for the unique issues facing public sector organizations today. This program offers two emphasis areas from which students can choose: health care management and government and policy.

MPA - Health Care Management

MS in Accounting

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Accounting program is designed to enhance theoretical and practical accounting skills for practitioners, researchers, and educators. The program will prepare students to sit for the CPA exam and will provide opportunities for current CPAs and accountants to advance their skills in theory, practice, and research. The coursework focuses on advanced accounting, auditing, and taxation practices in accordance with current rules and regulations.

MS in Health Care Informatics

MS in Nursing - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (Bridge)

The Bridge to Master of Science in Nursing program is designed for registered nurses with a bachelor’s degree in health sciences or other related fields. The program is intended to meet the needs of adult learners who already posses a bachelor’s degree and an RN license who desire to pursue a graduate degree in nursing. Courses in the bridge program are a blending of RN to BSN core courses that are considered essential requisites to graduate study. Upon completion of bridge courses from the BSN core, students enter one of five emphases offered for the Master of Science in Nursing.

MS in Nursing - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (RN to MSN)

This program is a blend of the existing Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science–Nursing programs. The RN to BSN curriculum will be truncated by several courses whose content will be covered in the Master’s materials. After the third semester in the course of study below, students will be eligible to transfer into any existing MS-Nursing concentration.

MS in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Specialist (Bridge)

MS in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Specialist (RN to MSN)

MS in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Specialist - Education (Bridge)

MS in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Specialist - Education (RN to MSN)

MS in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (Bridge)

MS in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (RN to MSN)

MS in Nursing - Leadership in Health Care Systems (RN to MSN)

MS in Nursing - Nursing Education (RN to MSN)

Bridge to MS in Nursing: Leadership in Health Care Systems

This Master of Science in Nursing bridge program is designed for registered nurses with a bachelor’s degree in health sciences or other related fields. The program is intended to meet the needs of adult learners who already posses a bachelor’s degree and an RN license who desire to pursue a graduate degree in nursing. Courses in the bridge program are a blending of RN to BSN core courses that are considered essential requisites to graduate study. Upon completion of bridge courses from the BSN core, students enter one of five emphases offered for the Master of Science in Nursing.

Bridge to MS in Nursing: Nursing Education

Ken Blanchard Executive Master of Business Administration

The Ken Blanchard Executive Master of Business Administration is designed to equip competent executives and high potential senior managers with the skills needed to lead organizations to performance excellence by creating dynamic organizations, passionate employees, devoted customers, satisfied investors and grateful communities.

MA in Christian Studies

The Master of Arts in Christian Studies is a program designed for individuals who desire to lead as Christians in their arenas of influence, be they secular, religious, professional, or personal. The program focuses on the preparation of leaders in biblical and theological knowledge, practical application of that knowledge in leadership settings, and the development of character and integrity in all aspects of life. Emphases include urban ministry, youth ministry, leadership ministry, and pastoral ministry. Students conduct professional research and complete a research project during the course of their studies.

MA in Christian Studies - Christian Leadership

MA in Christian Studies - Pastoral Ministry

MA in Christian Studies - Urban Ministry

MA in Christian Studies - Youth Ministry

MA in Teaching (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Not Eligible for Credential) program is designed for certified elementary and secondary teachers interested in advanced studies in education. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of instructional leadership, technology enhanced instruction design, curriculum and assessment for school improvement and legal issues. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guides students through observational and practice based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the needs of schools and student populations.

MA in Teaching - Professional Learning Communities (No IR, No Cert.)

The Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Professional Learning Communities (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation) program is designed for certified elementary and secondary teachers interested in advanced studies in education. Coursework in this program may assist in a teacher’s quest for National Board Certification, but does not guarantee that certification. The format and courses of this regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of adult learners and to maximize strengths that students already possess. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the needs of schools and student populations.

MA in Teaching - Teacher Leadership (No IR, No Cert.)

The Master of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in Teacher Leadership (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation) program is designed for certified elementary and secondary teachers interested in advanced studies in education. Coursework in this program may assist in a teacher’s quest for National Board Certification, but does not guarantee that certification. The format and courses of this regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of adult learners and to maximize strengths that students already possess. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the needs of schools and student populations.

MBA - Accounting

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Business Administration in with an Emphasis in Accounting program prepares students to compete for advanced management positions in corporate or public accounting through emphasis coursework that addresses the areas of financial accounting and reporting, management accounting and reporting, auditing, regulation, and specialized accounting and emerging topics.

MBA - Finance

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Business Administration in Finance program provides students with the skills necessary to demonstrate proficiency in corporate financial management and investments in order to ensure corporate solvency, profitability, and efficiency.

MBA - General

The Master of Business Administration program is designed for working professionals who desire to complete a program of study that allows focus across technical, human, and conceptual skills that encompass the functional areas of business. The core courses in the MBA program allow the student to develop strong foundations across accounting, economics, finance, information systems, management, marketing and quantitative methods provided in the core courses. Courses in the critical areas of leadership and human resources management will provide the student the broad management perspective as well as the analytical and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in global business.

MBA - General Management

The Masters of Business Administration with an Emphasis in General Management program is designed for working professionals who desire to complete a program of study that allows focus across technical, human, and conceptual skills that encompass the functional areas of business. As such, the program allows the student to develop custom emphasis areas that share strong foundations across accounting, economics, finance, information systems, management, marketing and quantitative methods provided in the core courses. Through flexible elective course selection opportunities are maximized for depth of learning across a wide variety of business content areas. The degree provides a broad management perspective as well as the analytical and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in a competitive business environment.

MBA - Leadership

The Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Leadership combines the broad-based, general management curriculum of the MBA program with specialized study in leadership theory and application.

MBA - Marketing

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Business Administration in with an Emphasis in Marketing program prepares students to compete for advanced management positions in corporate marketing or brand management through emphasis coursework that addresses the areas of services marketing, marketing management, and technology as tool.

MBA - Strategic Human Resource Management

The Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Strategic Human Resource Management, offered by the Ken Blanchard College of Business, covers the Society for Human Resource Management’s critical competencies. By aligning this program to the human resource competencies identified by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), students will be well-prepared for careers as senior human resources specialists or as general managers with strong strategic HR acumen.

MBA and MS in Leadership (dual degree)

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Business in Administration and Master of Science in Leadership (MBA/MSL) dual degree program is designed for students who desire to pursue a traditional MBA degree and a leadership degree concurrently. Graduates will be able to integrate a conceptual foundation for an executive leadership role that emphasizes the immediate application of ethical and practical leadership skills. They will be able to identify patterns, connections, and relationships across business practices within organizational systems in order to address organizational performance challenges. Students will combine their business management and leadership skills to successfully analyze and evaluate structures, processes, and systems within changing organizational environments in order to build highly effective organizations.

MBA and MS in Nursing (dual degree)

The Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems dual-degree program is designed to afford students the opportunity to develop cross functional business management skills, preparing business practitioners for advanced management and executive positions combined with specialized study in leadership theory and application.

MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Reading (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading (Not Eligible for Credential) program is designed for educators who wish to apply theory and educational best practices to the delivery of curriculum, instructions, and assessment in order to improve the reading abilities of their students. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of curriculum and instruction, cognition, emergent literature, linguistics, phonics and developmental and corrective reading processes. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 classroom to complete the practicum and program assignments. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the reading needs of schools and student populations. The educator must hold a current Teaching Certificate or have K-12 experience.

MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Technology (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction: Technology (Not Eligible for Credential) is a program designed for educators who wish to learn to use technology to improve the success of their students. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of curriculum and instruction, educational applications of technology, interactive design for the classroom and distance learning. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guides students through observational and practice based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 classroom to complete the practicum and program assignments. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the technological needs of schools and student populations. The educator must hold a current Teaching Certificate or have K-12 experience.

MEd in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading - Elementary Education (No IR, No Cert.)

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading with an Emphasis in Elementary Education (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation) program is designed for educators who wish to apply theory and educational best practices to the delivery of curriculum, instruction, and assessment in order to improve the reading abilities of their students. The format and courses of this regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that students already possess. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of curriculum and instruction, cognition, emergent literature, linguistics, phonics, and developmental and corrective reading processes. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a K-8 classroom to complete the practicum course and program assignments. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the reading needs of schools and student populations. Educators must hold a current teaching certificate or have K-8 teaching experience.

MEd in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading - Secondary Education (No IR, No Cert.)

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading with an Emphasis in Secondary Education (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation) program is designed for educators who wish to apply theory and educational best practices to the delivery of curriculum, instructions, and assessment in order to improve the reading abilities of their students. The format and courses of this regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of curriculum and instruction, cognition, emergent literature, linguistics, phonics, and developmental and corrective reading processes. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a 7-12 classroom to complete the practicum course and program assignments. Graduates of this program are prepared to become informed educators who meet the reading needs of schools and student populations. The educator must hold a current teaching certificate or have 7-12th grade teaching experience.

MEd in Education Administration (With IR and Cert)

The Master of Education in Education Administration (Eligible for Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in Educational Administration in the K-12 setting and is seeking an administrative certificate. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of school leadership, administrative foundations, organizational theory, K-12 legal issues, public school finance, curriculum development, and instructional leadership. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must be prepared to complete a part time 8 week administrative internship component at the end of the program. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educational administrators in public and private schools and other settings requiring an administrative credential. Students must have a teaching certificate or be eligible for certification to be admitted into this program. Students/applicants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The student/applicant should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and academic advisor on current policies and procedures inherent in an administrative credentialing program. Enrollment in this program requires documentation of 3 years of certified teaching experience.

MEd in Education Administration - Organizational Leadership (No IR, No Cert)

MEd in Education Administration - School Leadership (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Education in Educational Administration with an Emphasis in School Leadership (Not Eligible for Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in School Leadership in the K-12 setting but does not need to seek an administrative certificate. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of school leadership, administrative foundations, organizational theory, K-12 legal issues, public school finance, curriculum development, and instructional leadership. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 school to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educational administrators in the home, church, private schools, and other settings not requiring an administrative credential. The students are also prepared to ove into an administrative internship component with Grand Canyon University at a later date.

MEd in Elementary Education (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Education in Elementary Education (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the K-8 setting, but who must postpone student teaching, or who does not choose to seek a teaching certificate. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, prescriptive reading, teaching methods, and curriculum development. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a K-8 classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in the home, church, private schools, and other settings not requiring a teaching credential. The students are also prepared to move into a student teaching/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University should they wish to change to the Eligible version of the program prior to the posting of their degree.

MEd in Elementary Education (With IR and Cert)

The Master of Education in Elementary Education program (Eligible for Credential) is designed for any individual interested in the education of children in Grades K-8, and who is seeking teacher certification. The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize the content knowledge that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, and curriculum development. All courses are directly aligned with the Arizona Professional Teacher Standards and the Interstate New Teacher Support and Assessment Consortium Standards. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through over 130 hours of observational experiences, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16 week student teaching component. Graduates of the Master of Education in Elementary Education program are prepared to become informed educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential. Students/applicants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The student/applicant should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and academic advisor on current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

MEd in Secondary Education (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Ed in Secondary Ed (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the Grade 7-12 setting, but who must postpone student teaching or who does not choose to seek a teaching certificate. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize the content knowledge that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods and curriculum development. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guides students through observational and practice based experiences. Students must have access to a Gr. 7-12 classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in the home, church, private schools and other settings not requiring a teaching credential. If the student wishes, the students are also prepared to move into a student teaching/credentialing component with GCU at a later date. Students must have a minimum of 24 units in a content area commonly taught in public Gr. 7-12 schools to be admitted to the program.

MEd in Secondary Education (With IR and Cert)

The Master of Education in Secondary Education (Eligible for Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in the education of children in the Grade 7-12 setting who is seeking a teaching certificate. The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize the content knowledge that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of educational psychology, reading strategies, teaching methods, and curriculum development. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice based experiences. Students must have access to a Gr. 7-12 classroom to complete the program and practicum assignments. Assignments within many of the courses guide students through over 140 hours of observational experiences, and the final semester of the program includes a full-time, 16 week student teaching component. Graduates of the program are prepared to become informed educators in public and private schools and other settings requiring a teaching credential. Students must have a minimum of 24 units in a content area commonly taught in public Gr. 7-12 schools to be admitted to the program. Students/applicants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The student/applicant should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and academic advisor on current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

MEd in Special Education (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Education in Special Education, (Not Eligible for Institutional Recommendation/Non-Credential) is a cross-categorical program designed for any individual interested in the education of special needs children in the K-12 setting, but who must postpone student teaching, or who does not choose to seek a teaching certificate. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disabilities, and other physical and cognitive impairments. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program are prepared to work with special needs populations and implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the students’ various learning needs. The students are also prepared to move into a student teaching/credentialing component with Grand Canyon University should they wish to change to the Eligible version of the program prior to the posting of their degree.

MEd in Special Education (With IR and Cert)

The Master of Education in Special Education (Eligible for Credential) is a cross-categorical program. It is designed for any individual interested in the education of children with special needs in the K-12 setting who wishes to seek a teaching certificate. The format and courses of the state and regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the teacher candidate already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disabilities, and other physical and cognitive impairments. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide teacher candidates through observational and practice-based experiences. Teacher candidates must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. The classroom setting must have at least 3 of the 5 following disability categories represented: emotional disability, learning disability, mental retardation, physical impairment, and/or health impairment. Graduates of the program are prepared to work with special needs populations and implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the teacher candidates’ various learning needs. Teacher candidates must be prepared to complete a full-time 16 week student teaching component at the end of the program. This student teaching experience must be completed with a certified special education teacher. Teacher candidates/applicants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. The teacher candidate/applicant should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and their academic advisor to obtain information regarding current policies and procedures inherent in a teacher credentialing program.

MEd in Special Education - Certified Special Educators (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Education in Special Education for Certified Special Educators (Not Eligible for Credential) is a program designed for any individual interested in advanced studies in special education and who is currently certified to teach special education. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner and to maximize strengths that the student already possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, mental retardation, emotional and physical disabilities, and other physical and cognitive impairments. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice based experiences. Students must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. Graduates of the program will be prepared to work with special needs populations and implement individualized educational plans to accommodate various learning needs of students with special needs.

MEd in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (No IR, No Cert)

The Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Not Eligible for Credential) is a program designed for already certified teachers or administrators with an interest in teaching ESL students in the classroom or serving as a district ESL coordinator. The format and courses of the regionally accredited program are tailored to meet the needs of the adult learner, who is a certified teacher or administrator, and to maximize strengths that the working educator possesses. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of linguistics, second language acquisition, and curriculum development. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program, but particularly in an unsupervised internship which guides students through observational and practice based experiences. Graduates of the program are prepared to become leaders in the ESL/TESOL initiatives districts must undertake in an ever increasing school climate of diversity.

MS in Addiction Counseling

The Master of Science in Addiction Counseling degree is designed to meet the needs of learners who wish to pursue careers as addiction counseling professionals. This degree prepares students to treat substance abuse\dependency disorders. The demand for licensed addiction counselors is expected to grow in both the public and private sectors in the foreseeable future. A Masters degree is a required step for individuals seeking the highest level of licensing and/or certification in many states. Graduates from the GCU program of study are prepared to meet the academic requirements for licensure in Arizona as a: • Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC) • Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC). Additionally, program graduates from most other states will be academically prepared to begin the process of seeking certification and/or licensure in their home state. Licensing and/or certification requirements may vary from state-to-state. It is the students’ responsibility to check the licensing/certification requirements in their respective states.

MS in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice is designed for students seeking to expand their understanding of the law, social order, and justice. This program is particularly suited to law enforcement personnel who wish to advance in their field, as well as corrections, probation, and parole officers; law clerks; and other decision makers who address questions of public policy, social research, and administration of justice in the public sphere. This program also prepares students for work in legal foundations where in-depth issues are contended.

MS in Criminal Justice - Legal Studies

MS in Executive Fire Service Leadership

A Master of Science in Executive Fire Service Leadership degree at GCU will provide you with the necessary skills to pursue or enhance your career. This degree is offered entirely online, and offers you the benefit of fitting your education into your schedule. All MSEFSL courses are facilitated by doctorate-professors who possess first-hand knowledge and experience in the fire service/emergency management fields. Professors will provide an environment where current and future issues in the industry can be discussed and students will develop an understanding for strategic management, analysis, evaluation, and effective internal processes.

MS in Health Care Administration

The Master of Science in Health Care Administration (MSHCA) provides the skills and experience necessary to perform as middle- and upper-level managers in a variety of health care organizations, and to serve as innovative change agents and leaders of organizational improvement and adaptation within the health care industry. The MSHCA program emphasizes the conceptual, analytical, and application skills required to manage in contemporary health care organizations. Graduates prepare themselves for administrative positions in hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient facilities, physician offices, mental health agencies, insurance companies, public health agencies, and other types of health organizations.

MS in Leadership

The Masters of Science in Leadership (MSL) degree program is designed to provide applied cognitive and behavioral skill sets necessary to be an effective leader. The MSL program curriculum explores values, content knowledge, and skills required to understand and apply effective leadership within corporate and social contexts.

MS in Leadership - Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership

Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Leadership with an Emphasis in Disaster Preparedness and Executive Fire Leadership provides students with the skills to develop professionally and gain self-confidence in their own leadership styles. The program offers an opportunity for graduates of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program (NFA-EEOP) to complete a graduate degree. Students learn to integrate a conceptual foundation for an executive leadership role that emphasizes the immediate application of ethical and practical leadership skills as well as disaster preparation and crisis management. Environmental issues directly related to leadership skills development and content required of leaders in the area of emergency public safety and disaster preparedness will also be addressed.

MS in Leadership - Disaster Preparedness and Crisis Management

The Master of Science in Leadership with an Emphasis in Disaster Preparedness and Crisis Management will provide courses in the areas of occupational health and safety, disaster preparation and crisis management, and environmental issues directly related to leadership skills development and content required of leaders in the area of emergency public safety and response.

MS in Marriage and Family Therapy

A Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is a recognized and regulated mental health service provider in California, and a valid state license is required to provide designated therapeutic services and to use the title. The MS in Professional Counseling: Marriage and Family Therapy track is designed to prepare students for MFT or MFCC (Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor) licensure in the state of California. The MS in Professional Counseling: Marriage and Family Therapy Track requires 60 credit hours. The program's courses will meet the academic requirements established by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. The MFT specialty is unique to California, however, similar or related specializations and providers are recognized by many other states. The California MFT licensing requirements reflect relatively high standards of preparation and are among the most stringent in the country (for similar licensure). It is likely that the California requirements for the MFT will meet most of the requirements for a similar license or accreditation in other states. Nevertheless, each state has different regulations and demands; it is the students' responsibility to ascertain the requirements of a particular state and to determine how closely the California MFT preparation will satisfy their requirements.

MS in Nursing - Nursing Education

The Master of Science in Nursing—Nursing Education Track (MS-NEd) concentration prepares advanced professional nurses in the nursing role specialty of nursing education. The NEd track addresses the expanding educational needs of the nursing profession. The Nurse Educator may practice in a variety of settings. The Nurse Educator will be prepared to practice in acute or chronic care settings as a staff-educator or in a role that is responsible for planning implementing and evaluating continuing education programs. The Advanced-Professional Nurse Educator will also be prepared to assume a faculty position in a traditional college of nursing or in a non-traditional program that relies on online technology as a teaching medium. Competencies of the Professional Practice Nurse Educator include utilizing assessing educational needs, planning programs to meet those needs, and evaluating the outcomes of their programs. This is accomplished in the context of an evidence-based practice model.

MS in Nursing - Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems

The Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Cares Systems concentration prepares the advanced professional nurse for distinction in a leadership role for today's rapidly changing health care delivery systems. It is designed to apply both cognitive and behavioral skill sets necessary to be an effective leader in the health environment.

MS in Professional Counseling

The Masters of Science in Professional Counseling Degree requires 60 credit hours. The program’s courses were chosen to meet the academic requirements established by the National Board for Certified Counselors for the National Certified Counselor credential (NCC) and by Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. A Masters Degree in Counseling is a required step in 48 states including Arizona for individuals seeking to become licensed as counselors. Graduates from this program of study are prepared to meet the academic requirements for licensure in Arizona as a: • Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) • Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC) • Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC). Additionally, graduates from most other states will be academically prepared to begin the process of seeking certification and/or licensure in their home state. Licensing and/or certification requirements may vary from state to state. It is the students’ responsibility to check the licensing/certification requirements in their respective states.

MS in Psychology - General Psychology

The Master of Science in Psychology is a program designed for individuals who desire promotion and/or continued academic exposure in the field of psychology. The program focuses on the development of critical thinking and leadership qualities. Graduates with these attributes impact those around them through leadership, action research, and introduction of programmatic community changes whether they are acting from the perspective of teachers, practitioners, or researchers.

MS in Psychology - Industrial & Organizational Psychology

Online Doctoral Programs

EdD in Organizational Leadership - Organizational Development

Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership

EdD in Organizational Leadership - Behavioral Health

The Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership program develops leaders capable of generating new knowledge and responsibly applying knowledge to achieve organizational outcomes. Students will study the major bodies of literature in leadership, will reflect critically on existing theory, and will identify appropriate applications of theory in educational, business, and other organizational environments. Students will develop academic and organizational research expertise through the study of statistics and research methodology. The program of study is consistent with Grand Canyon University's mission to develop students who are global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders. The Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Behavioral Health program is designed specifically for practicing behavioral health professionals, including licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage and family therapists, licensed social workers, school counselors, psychiatric nurses, and behavioral health agency managers. Students must hold a master’s degree in a behavioral health-related field to participate in this program, which assists students with their development into behavioral health servant leaders who are ethical agents of change with diverse populations in a wide variety of behavioral health organizational settings.

EdD in Organizational Leadership - Effective Schools

EdD in Organizational Leadership - Higher Education Leadership

EdD in Organizational Leadership - Instructional Leadership

The Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership program develops leaders capable of generating new knowledge and responsibly applying knowledge to achieve organizational outcomes. Students will study the major bodies of literature in leadership, will reflect critically on existing theory, and will identify appropriate applications of theory in educational, business, and other organizational environments. Students will develop academic and organizational research expertise through the study of statistics and research methodology. The program of study is consistent with Grand Canyon University's mission to develop students who are global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders. The Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Instructional Leadership program is designed for students interested in the Pre-K-12 arena. This program is focused on addressing real-world challenges and opportunities facing school leaders in the 21st century and is designed to develop the skills required to translate theory into effective, innovative leadership practices and to sustain continuous school improvement measures. The program is aligned with the standards of the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC). Students who choose this specialization include those pursuing leadership positions such as principal, director, or superintendent at the district level. The course work covers such topics as finance, human resources, operations, change management, decision making, curriculum and instruction improvement processes, cultural competency, and advocacy. The specialization is designed to be completed within three years, with all courses taken in sequence, allowing students to learn and build professional relationships with the same cohort of colleagues. Students also have the opportunity to develop an applied research project (dissertation) that contributes to the solution of a recognized problem in the field.