school of professional & graduate studies viewbook
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MNU's School of Professional and Graduate Studies offers undergraduate & graduate degree programs for adult students in Business, Counseling, Education and Nursing. Find out more at www.mnu.edu/graduateTRANSCRIPT
- Nancy Simmons, Applied Organizational Leadership
I returned to school because I needed a degree.
I didn’t finish college after going to high school.
I went to work and kind of felt like working was
more important than an education. Now that
I’m in corporate America and seeing people pass
me up for opportunities – it was time.
S C H O O L O F P R O F E S S I O N A L & G R A D U AT E S T U D I E S
Our Programs
Whether it’s an Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s
degree, MidAmerica Nazarene University is committed
to helping you achieve your educational goals. Students
in our programs pursue degrees in business, counseling,
education and nursing. In addition to our main campus in
Olathe, certain degree programs are also offered at our
locations in Liberty and North Kansas City. Some programs
are available entirely online. Regardless of your needs or
schedule, we’ll work with you to develop a plan to position
you for success. We believe in you.
We are committed to offering high quality programs in an
intentionally Christian setting. We are committed to you.
It’s what makes us purposefully different.
MidAmerica Nazarene University is accredited by the
Higher Learning Commission.
MNU is where you’ll find outstanding
academic quality, affordable
graduate degree programs and
flexible course options.
www.mnu.edu/graduate
Our business programs prepare students to
become dynamic, principled leaders in a
variety of industries. We offer accelerated
degree programs for undergraduate
and graduate students.
BUSINESS
BUSINESS
n Accelerated Associate of Arts
Choose an emphasis in business or liberal arts. You can
transfer in hours from a regionally-accredited college
or university, or we can help you start at the beginning.
Our associate’s degree program is convenient and
comprehensive—with affordable online and on-campus
courses, plus flexible scheduling and accelerated
learning. Earning your degree can fit right into your
life by scheduling classes at your own pace and
convenience.
n Bachelor of Arts in Applied Organizational Leadership
This 32-credit hour degree-completion program is
designed for adults seeking to earn a bachelor’s degree
in business. We take your existing college credit and
life experience and create a plan just for you. While
combining a broad-based business curriculum with
innovative leadership courses, you can attend class one
night a week with the same cohort
group. This program is accredited by the
Accreditation Council for Business Schools
and Programs (ACBSP).
Complete in as little as 12-18 months Also available online
Complete in 12 months Attend class one night a week
BUSINESS
n Master of Business Administration
Work through the pressing theories, issues and
problems of today’s business world and learn from
practicing professionals who are experts in their field.
Our MBA is designed so that you advance through the
courses with the same group. This MBA program is
accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business
Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
n Master of Science in Management
This cohort-based program is designed to increase your
influence as a business leader. Learn important project
management skills and how to organize successful
teams. Build a business plan, and learn how to actually
implement it in the real world. Study the practical side
of management from a Christian perspective.
Complete in 24 months
Complete in 20 months Attend class one night a week
Also available online
n Center for Accelerated & Professional Education
Whether you need to earn additional credit hours to meet
an admissions or graduation requirement, or raise your
GPA, we have the solution. Short-term, general education
courses are available for students pursuing degrees in
business, education and nursing. Choose from dozens of
online, weekend or evening classes that will help support
your goal of earning a degree.
n Kauffman FastTrac® Program
Starting your own business is your dream. Gain the
tools to make it a reality with this unique certification
program. Kauffman FastTrac courses give entrepreneurs
the foundation and network needed to succeed. Evaluate
new opportunities, network with professional mentors and
make decisions about vision and strategy.
BUSINESS
COUNSELING
Our graduate and post-graduate counseling
programs are designed to train compassionate
individuals to develop the knowledge and skills
needed to be exceptional
professional counselors and therapists.
COUNSELING
n Master of Arts in Counseling
MNU is the only private, faith-based university in Kansas to offer a
CACREP-accredited graduate program in counseling. Our program
incorporates a high level of scholarship with real-world application,
supervised client counseling and an integration of psychology and
Christian faith. Specialize in one of four areas: School Counseling,
Mental Health Counseling, Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling,
or Spiritual and Christian Counseling.
n Play Therapy Certification
This post-graduate certificate program prepares you to practice play
therapy in public and private settings. You will receive instruction in
the best of contemporary play therapy theory blended with guided
experience from true practitioners.
n Sexual Addictions Treatment Provider Certification
This certificate program is deigned to train post-graduate clinicians
from a faith-based perspective. Expert faculty and practicing
clinicians provide a dual emphasis on quality training and clinical
application. The program is designed to prepare you for
work in treating those who struggle with
issues related to sexual obsessions and
addictions.
Complete in 33 months Daytime and evening options
Complete in 10 months Online and on-site classes
Complete in 12 months Fully online
MidAmerica Nazarene University has a 40-year
history offering premier teacher education. With an
emphasis on technology integration, our programs
are taught by highly qualified faculty who prepare
teachers for the 21st Century classroom.
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
n Accelerated Elementary Education Program
Your dream of becoming a teacher is within reach. This program
is structured so you can earn licensure or a bachelor’s degree in
elementary education in a format built for working adults. This
program is fully accredited by NCATE and KSDE.
n Master of Education
This cohort program helps you build advanced skills to improve
classroom effectiveness and raise the achievement level
of your students. Blend research and theory with practical
application while learning from experienced and respected
experts. Choose from one of three tracks: Reading Specialist,
ESL or Technology-Enhanced Teaching. This program is fully
accredited by NCATE and KSDE.
n Continuing Education & Endorsements
Whether you need classes for relicensure or to learn new
techniques, our experts are here to enrich your learning as you
adapt to new standards and gain new skills. Classes are offered
online and on campus throughout the year.
Complete in 18 months
Complete in 18 months Available online
Attend class two nights a week
NURSING
MidAmerica Nazarene University is proud to
offer you comprehensive nursing education.
You can learn as an undergraduate, a
working professional, a graduate student or
a post-master’s student.
NURSING
n Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
This BSN program is designed for the adult with a BS or BA
degree*, LPN, MICT, or 60 college hours*. Experienced faculty
and state-of-the-art labs provide an unmatched opportunity
to complete coursework and clinicals in 12 months. You will be
prepared to take the NCLEX-RN® exam and accomplish your goal
of becoming a registered nurse.
*from a regionally-accredited college/university
n RN-BSN
Discover ways to lead and influence those around you in the world
of nursing through our RN-BSN program. With our accelerated
format and online or on-site classes, you can complete your
degree at your own pace—whether part-time or full-time.
n Master of Science in Nursing
Designed for licensed registered nurses with a BSN degree,
the Master of Science in Nursing curriculum offers tracks in
Nursing Education, Heathcare Administration, Heathcare Quality
Management and Public Health.
Complete in 12 months Full-time program
Complete at your own pace Also available online
The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing at MNU is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC
20036, 202-887-6791.
Complete at your own pace Also available online
NURSING
n RN-MSN
This accelerated program allows you to take selected graduate
and undergraduate courses at the same time in a condensed
format that saves both time and money. You will earn both your
bachelor's and master's degree in this combined format.
n MSN/MBA Dual Degree Program
This dual degree program is designed for registered nurse
leaders with a BSN degree who are seeking advanced healthcare
leadership roles. Students complete an online MSN course and an
on-ground MBA course simultaneously in a compressed plan of
study and earn a dual degree.
n Post-Master’s Certificates
Four specialty tracks allow you to customize an area of emphasis
and further your career. Choose to complete a certificate in
Healthcare Administration, Nursing Education, Public Health or
Healthcare Quality.
Complete in as little as 36 months Also available online
The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing at MNU is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC
20036, 202-887-6791.
Complete in 36 months Online and on-site classes
Complete in 9 months Online and on-site classes