Concordia University, St. Paul Online Degrees

A.A. in General Studies

60 credit hours; 2 years

Study various academic disciplines to gain the ability to critically examine the world from unique perspectives.

Areas of emphasis: Writing, communication, and global studies

A.A. in Early Childhood Education

72 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Maintain a professional edge in the early childhood education field with a flexible degree.

Areas of emphasis: Growth and development, children’s play, and early learning

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Learn foundational business skills in marketing, project management, finance, and ethics, and develop solutions to problems in modern-day industries.
Earn certifications in data analysis, digital marketing and e-commerce, and conflict resolution.

Bachelor of Arts in Child Development

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Learn to care for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children through CAEP-accredited coursework.

Areas of emphasis: Ethics, play, language, and growth

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Prepare for police work, investigations, and more with a well-rounded criminal justice skill set.

Areas of emphasis: Criminology, criminal law, and ethical and legal dilemmas

Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Prepare for post-graduate study or positions in coaching, training, rehabilitation, or fitness.

Areas of emphasis: Nutrition, physiology, and applied exercise prescription

Bachelor of Arts in General Studies

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Customize your degree and build foundational knowledge in a range of topics, including communication, leadership, critical thinking, and more.

Areas of emphasis: Business, health care, technology, or general studies.

Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Administration and Management

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Gain the confidence to succeed in the health care industry through practical, timely coursework.

Areas of emphasis: Economics, information systems, regulations, and communication

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Gain a comprehensive understanding of trends, rules, and regulations in the expansive field of accounting.

Areas of emphasis: Business fundamentals, microeconomics, and finance management

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Expand your foundational skills with specialized courses in entrepreneurship, social intelligence, innovation and more.
Earn certifications in data analysis, digital marketing and e-commerce, and conflict resolution.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Learn the skills necessary to be successful in a variety of tech industry careers.

Areas of emphasis: Web design, software development, and user experience

Bachelor of Science in Digital Marketing

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Develop a foundation in marketing principles and technical skills for the modern-day marketing field.

Areas of emphasis: Search engine optimization, e-commerce, and data analysis

Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Prepare yourself to become a strategic, organizational leader in any business.

Areas of emphasis: Strategic compensation systems, organizational development, and strategic human resources

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems

120 CREDIT HOURS; AS FEW AS 2.5 YEARS

Explore technical innovations, learn to apply them to organizational goals, and gain strategies for managing technical teams.

Areas of emphasis: Agile management, artificial intelligence, cyber defense, data analytics, information science, and project management

Bachelor of Science in Management and Leadership

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Gain the hands-on project management skills necessary to become a team leader and manage day-to-day business.

Areas of emphasis: Organizational behavior, business fundamentals, and applied accounting and finance

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

120 Credit Hours; As Few As 2 Years

Prepare for a modern health environment through a comprehensive curriculum and an internship.

Areas of emphasis: Research methods, developmental and abnormal psychology, and counseling

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Leadership

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Enhance your professionalism and position yourself for criminal justice leadership opportunities.

Areas of emphasis: Leadership, correctional design, legal and legislative issues, and applied ethics

Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education

30 Credit Hours; 18 Months

Learn to interpret, evaluate, and apply research and theory related to all areas of early childhood education.

Areas of emphasis: Theories of play, language and literacy development, and curriculum and instruction

Master of Arts in Human Resource Management

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Develop human resource leadership, financial and strategic thinking, and innovation to maximize human capital ROI.

Areas of emphasis: Ethical and legal issues, recruitment, compensation, and organizational development

Master of Arts in Human Services with an emphasis in Forensic Behavioral Health

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Focus on the direct relationship between behavioral health, criminal justice, and legal systems.

Areas of emphasis: Human services, trauma, psychopathology, and substance use

Master of Arts in Human Services with an emphasis in Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care Strategies

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Become a more effective human services professional through relevant and actionable trauma-informed curriculum.

Areas of emphasis: Stressor-related disorders, the impact of trauma on the developing brain, and behavioral health

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

30 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Explore business ethics, leadership, and core business areas such as marketing and accounting.

Areas of emphasis: Managerial research, analytics, and systems thinking

Master of Business Administration – Accounting

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Gain a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations while preparing for leadership roles and the CPA or CMA exam.

Course topics: Auditing, risk assessment, financial reporting, tax regulation, and accounting processes

Master of Business Administration – Artificial Intelligence

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Prepare for in-demand AI career paths including consultant, ethics specialist, trainer, business intelligence developer, and AI product manager.

Course topics: Machine learning, large language models, neural networks, reinforcement learning, and computer vision

Master of Business Administration – Business Analytics

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Learn to leverage data insights to optimize business processes and gain a competitive advantage in today’s data-driven world.

Course topics: Data engineering, big data, data mining, predictive analytics, and data visualization

Master of Business Administration – Cybersecurity

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Develop specialized expertise to protect organizations from cyber threats, manage risks, and lead cybersecurity initiatives.

Course topics: Security operations, risk management, security assessment and testing, and access management

Master of Business Administration – Digital Marketing

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Build the advanced foundation required to lead digital marketing teams or launch your own marketing firm.

Course topics: Search engine optimization, audience analytics, consumer experience, social media marketing, branding, and storytelling

Master of Business Administration – Finance

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Develop the expertise to advise financial institutions and optimize corporate strategy to maximize sustainable financial growth.

Course topics: Wealth management, corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial technology

Master of Business Administration–Health Care Management

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Explore business principles, current events, and trends specific to health care while qualifying for leadership roles in this fast-growing industry. 

Course topics: Health informatics, quality assurance, health care policy, and emerging trends in health care administration 

Master of Business Administration – Human Resources

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Study human capital management and strategic HR practices to prepare for SHRM certification, lead HR departments, shape organizational culture, and drive personnel development.

Course topics: Compensation and benefits, recruitment and retention, and HR information systems

Master of Business Administration – Organizational Leadership

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Gain the skills needed to lead and inspire teams, drive positive change, and foster a culture of innovation and excellence in any organization.

Course topics: Culture management, crisis communication, project management, and leadership

Master of Business Administration – Project Management

36 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Prepare for the PMP^® exam and develop the expertise to lead projects using the latest project management best practices.

Course topics: Agile project management, scheduling and planning, risk assessment, cost management, and data visualization

Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

30 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Develop expertise in harnessing AI technologies that are reshaping nearly every industry.

Course topics: Natural language processing, deep learning, machine learning, and AI models

Master of Science in Business Analytics

30 Credit Hours; 18 Months

Gain the technical skills to tackle complex challenges and drive data-based decisions. This program’s curriculum aligns with IIBA competencies.

Areas of emphasis: Advanced data analytics, business analytics, data interpretation, data management, data visualization, ethical data practices, and strategic decision making

Master of Science in Coaching and Athletic Administration

33 Credit Hours; 18 Months

Become a Tudor-certified college recruiting expert through a specialized curriculum.

Areas of emphasis: Coaching, scouting, research, ethics, and management

Master of Science in Computer Science

30 CREDIT HOURS; 18 MONTHS

Help businesses and organizations improve their strategy with innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI).

Areas of emphasis: Advanced algorithms, autonomous and smart products, computer vision, platform and product development, and process automation

Master of Science in Cybersecurity

30 CREDIT HOURS; 18 MONTHS

Integrate cybersecurity in your information technology career with the skills to protect your organization’s digital assets.

Areas of emphasis: Business strategy, cyber defense, ethics and research in IT, governance and compliance, project management, and vulnerability management

Master of Science in Data Science

30 CREDIT HOURS; 18 MONTHS

Gain data science skills that help organizations solve problems and make decisions, with a focus on AI applications.

Areas of emphasis: Agile data management, data science tools, machine learning, natural language processing, reinforcement learning

Master of Science in Exercise Science

33 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Prepare to lead in a variety of settings by advancing your skills with the latest, science-based research.

Areas of emphasis: Physiology, testing, applied exercise prescription, and biomechanics

Master of Science in Information Technology

30 CREDIT HOURS; 18 MONTHS

Align IT with strategic goals by learning to mitigate digital risks, ensure compliance, and oversee IT projects with Agile methodology.

Areas of emphasis: Agile IT portfolio management, database administration, digital governance, network architecture

Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning

33 Credit Hours; 2 Years

Develop expertise in kinesiology topics as you prepare to design fitness programs and train athletes at the high school, collegiate, and professional levels.

Areas of emphasis: Exercise physiology, fitness assessment, program design, exercise prescription, and nutrition

Certificate in Forensic Behavioral Health

15 Credit Hours; 12 Months

Explore how behavioral health affects the criminal justice and legal systems.

Areas of emphasis: Evidence-based practices, therapeutic strategies, risk assessment, and special populations

Certificate in Trauma, Resilience, and Self-Care Strategies

15 Credit Hours; 12 Months

Expand your skill set to include strategies and techniques that help victims of trauma or toxic stress exposure.

Areas of emphasis: Mindfulness training, the human brain, and family systems