Academic Programs

The Associate in Arts in Accounting program provides foundational knowledge and skills needed to apply accounting principles to business. Students will develop communication, critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills, and strengthen their understanding of how political, cultural and societal factors shape our world. Curriculum focuses on the accounting concepts, assumptions, and principles used in preparation of accounting data, financial statements and financial reporting.

Graduates may be interested in roles such as bookkeeper, accounts receivable or payable clerk, and other entry-level positions in business and government environments.

The Associate in Arts in Business Administration offers you knowledge and skill development relevant to the business profession. You will develop communication, critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills, and strengthen your understanding of how political, cultural and economic factors shape our world. In addition, you will begin to explore the fundamentals of management, marketing, economics, and finance in order to prepare you for a career in business or government.

Graduates may be interested in pursuing careers such as Sales Manager, Administrative Services Manager, Management Analyst, or Social and Community Service Manager.

This Associate in Arts in Criminal Justice offers you liberal arts coursework with additional knowledge and skill development relevant in the criminal justice field. You will develop communication, critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills, and strengthen your understanding of how political, cultural and economic factors shape our world. In addition, you will begin to explore criminal theory, law, ethics and procedure, and examine the roles and operations of law enforcement, the courts, and corrections in preventing and responding to adult and juvenile crime.

Graduates will gain the competencies necessary for entry into the fields of law enforcement, corrections, and security.

The Associate in Arts in Economics provides foundational knowledge and skills needed to apply economic principles to business and government decisions. Students will develop communication, critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills, and strengthen their understanding of how political, cultural and societal factors shape our world. In addition, students will explore micro- and macro-economic theory in order to prepare for careers in business or government.

Key Learning Objectives

• Analyze the mechanisms and functions of an economic system and determine the impact of economic systems on the business environment, government, and society.
• Analyze the social and political dimensions within economics and how these affect the performance of an economy.
• Report on the operations of the major economic and financial institution of the United States, other countries and regions, and the world.
• Demonstrate problem-solving techniques to address economic issues of both government policy and business operations.

Graduates of the AAEC will develop skills applicable to roles as Market Research Analysts or Survey Researchers who conduct analysis and research, support policy development, and make financial and management decisions. These positions are often found in business, financial institutions, insurance companies, policy institutes, and government agencies.

The Bachelor of Business Administration program is designed to provide you with professional knowledge and skills you need for success in today’s global business environment. Through liberal arts coursework, you will develop communication, critical-thinking, and quantitative-reasoning competencies and strengthen your understanding of how political, cultural, and economic factors shape our world. The business core courses provide a foundation in management theory and practice across a broad set of business functions, while concentration courses allow you to tailor the program to fit your educational goals.

Key Learning Objectives

• Business Concepts: Design functional area strategies (for marketing, operations, finance, etc.) that support a firm’s overall business objectives.
• Strategic Management: Analyze a firm’s operating environment (competition, regulation, international factors, etc.) in order to build appropriate business strategies.
• Ethics: Formulate management approaches to foster a productive and ethical organizational culture
• Diversity: Develop management practices that foster an appreciation for multiple cultures, ethnicity’s, and other diverse populations.
• Decision Making: Apply management concepts and decision-making techniques to analyze business situations, interpret critical operational factors, and develop viable solutions to business challenges.
• Analysis: Demonstrate proficiency in organizing, conducting, and presenting business research.
• Communication: Effectively communicate in a business environment to convey strategies, policies, practices, and procedures throughout the organization.

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting program provides students with the theoretical background and technical skills needed for accounting in the public, private, and government sectors. Through liberal arts coursework, students will develop communication, critical-thinking, and quantitative-reasoning competencies and strengthen their understanding of how political, cultural, and economic factors shape our world. The core accounting curriculum covers financial, managerial, intermediate and advanced accounting, auditing, taxation, and governmental accounting topics and practices, while providing opportunities for students to apply them to real-world situations.

Key learning objectives

Accounting Principles: Analyze the theoretical concepts related to U.S. and International accounting principles so that practices may be applied within the accounting function of an organization including for profit, governmental and not-for-profit entities.

Business Concepts: Demonstrate an understanding of business functions within an organization to align accounting systems with the information requirements of an organization.

Legal Concepts: Apply relevant taxation theory and practices within an organization to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

Auditing Concepts: Analyze the process for auditing an organization’s processes and practices to ensure strong internal controls for the safeguarding of assets.

Analysis: Demonstrate the ability to analyze accounting information, comprehend its value, uses, and limitations, and communicate the information effectively to management.

Decision Making: Prepare, analyze and interpret internal managerial accounting data and reports to make relevant business decisions.

Ethics: Develop ethical decision-making abilities that support business practices, policies, procedures, and integrity within an organization.

Communication: Effectively use communication skills in a business environment to convey accounting policies, practices, and procedures throughout the organization.

Technology: Use technology to apply and research accounting concepts.

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will provide you with professional knowledge and skills needed for success in the criminal justice field.  Through liberal arts coursework, you will develop communication, critical thinking and quantitative reasoning skills, and strengthen your understanding of how political, cultural and economic factors shape our world.  In the core criminal justice courses, you will explore criminal theory, law, ethics, and procedure, and you will examine the roles and operations of law enforcement, the courts, and corrections in preventing and responding to adult and juvenile crime

The BSCJ curriculum aligns with the recommended content areas for academic degree programs as outlined by Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS).  http://www.acjs.org. Note: Strayer University’s CJ programs have not been submitted to be reviewed for certification by ACJS.

Key Learning Objectives

• Explain social and behavioral causes of adult and juvenile social and cyber crimes and the impact on society.
• Develop analytical and critical thinking skills utilized in investigating crime, enforcing laws, and implementing corrections.
• Identify operational components of the criminal justice system at the federal, state, and local level.
• Develop ethical decision-making abilities that support laws, policies, procedures, and integrity within the criminal justice system.
• Determine appropriate technologies and technological skills utilized in the administration and operation of security, criminal justice, investigations, and corrections.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of leadership and how they complement various levels of management in organizations that facilitate the prevention and correction of crime and the enforcement of criminal laws.
• Effectively use oral and written communication skills to convey information, manage conflict, and resolve issues within the criminal justice system.

The Bachelor of Science in Economics program is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills needed to apply both micro- and macro- economic concepts to management decisions. Through liberal arts coursework, students will develop communication, critical-thinking, and quantitative-reasoning competencies and strengthen their understanding of how political, cultural, and societal factors shape our world. The economics and business courses provide a foundation in economic theory and policies that are useful in making resource allocations within a firm, understanding and navigating the increasingly complex world economy, and conducting economic research

Key Learning Objectives

• Analyze economic theory, its scope, and limitations in the formulation of policy within the business environment.
• Analyze the mechanisms and functions of an economic system and determine the impact on the business environment, government, and society.
• Analyze social and political dimensions within economics and how these affect the performance of an economy.
• Analyze economic and business theories and apply them to issues and concerns within an organizational structure.
• Report on the operations of the major economic and financial institutions of the United States, other countries and regions, and the world.
• Demonstrate proficiency in organizing, conducting, and presenting economic research.
• Demonstrate quantitative skills and problem-solving techniques to address economic issues of both government policy and business operations.

Graduates of the BSEC will develop skills applicable to roles as Market Research Analysts or Survey Researchers who conduct analysis and research, support policy development, and make financial and management decisions. These positions are often found in business, financial institutions, insurance companies, policy institutes, and government agencies.

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to be successful as information systems professionals in today’s global business environment. Through liberal arts coursework, students will strengthen their understanding of how political, cultural, and economic factors shape our world while developing communication, critical-thinking, and quantitative-reasoning competencies. The information systems courses provide a framework in technology infrastructure and architecture, systems development methodologies, and strategic information systems planning, while the concentration courses allow students to tailor the program to fit their educational goals.

Graduates of this degree program will develop a foundational skill set that will prepare them for positions as a technology manager, programmer/analyst, database management, web development, networking, internetworking, and security professional.

Key Learning Objectives

• Develop and implement effective information systems to support business processes
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to depict visual renderings of business processes
• Demonstrate proficiency in a least one programming language
• Apply programming skills to develop business applications
• Demonstrate the effective development of a database to support business applications

This course of study focuses on the acquisition of information systems knowledge and skills. The program is designed for individuals seeking computer skills to increase their job opportunities in their current careers or to pursue new careers. The diploma program also is advantageous to students desiring early entry into the job market, preparing students for entry-level computer positions.

The basic requirement for admission to the diploma program is a high school diploma or its equivalency.

The Executive Graduate Certificate in Accounting program was designed for mid- and senior-level managers and individuals seeking career changes or increased job opportunities. The curricula encompass the knowledge and skills needed in accounting. Persons interested should possess at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Undergraduate prerequisites may be required for entry into the graduate certificate program; students who have not earned degrees from appropriate fields of study may be required to take additional coursework as a prerequisite for completing the program.

Students who have not earned degrees from appropriate fields of study may be required to take additional coursework as a prerequisite for completing the program.

Undergraduate prerequisites may be required for entry into the graduate certificate program; students who have not earned degrees from appropriate fields of study may be required to take additional coursework as a prerequisite for completing the program.

The Master of Business Administration degree is designed to provide you with the professional knowledge and skills necessary to become an effective leader and decision-maker in today’s fast-paced, global business environment. The comprehensive curriculum allows you to explore the management of core business functions and to develop analytical, critical-thinking, and communication skills. The graduate coursework emphasizes strategy, leadership, innovation, technology, ethics, and teambuilding. Through case studies, you will apply concepts to real-world business situations, preparing you for success in the workplace.

Key Learning Objectives

• Strategy: Formulate, implement, and evaluate effective business strategies based on analyses of domestic and global operating environments, market dynamics, and internal capabilities.
• Functions: Develop functional area strategies (marketing, operations, financial management, information technology management, human resource management) to accomplish organizational goals.
• Leadership: Provide effective leadership that enhances productivity, promotes diversity, and fosters an ethical organizational culture that is motivating, adaptive to change, and competitive.
• Environment: Analyze the economic, global, legal, and financial dynamics of markets and the general business environment.

The Master of Education degree program is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to strengthen your abilities as an educator and increase your students’ success. Upon completion of the program, K-12 and post-secondary educators, adult training and development professionals, instructional technology professionals, and other educational practitioners will be better able to create effective learning environments and assume leadership roles in schools or organizations.

Key Learning Objectives

• Theory: Apply current theories of learning, motivation, development, and socio-cultural dynamics to various education and training environments.
• Design: Construct theory-based instructional content in accordance with organizational requirements and regulatory standards.
• Diversity: Promote differentiated learning and multiethnic, multicultural, and global awareness and appreciation in instructional methods, program curricula, and assessment practices.
• Technology: Identify and utilize appropriate technology applications for the design and development of digital-age learning experiences and assessments.
• Communication: Apply oral and written communication skills effectively to convey information, deliver content, engage learners, interact with organizational stakeholders, and promote the development of learning communities.
• Professional Development: Employ knowledge and practices for personal and professional growth.
• Analysis: Analyze organizational structure, curricula, policies, procedures, standards, and assessment strategies of educational organizations; determine effective means of compliance or innovation, problem solving, communication, and community building.
• Information Literacy: Locate, utilize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate research material and information resources relating to critical educational and training initiatives.
• Leadership: Utilize fundamental concepts regarding leadership in learning, instruction, and training to motivate individuals or groups, promote collaboration, establish strategy, implement change, and achieve organizational goals.
• Ethics: Examine major legal, social, and ethical issues affecting education in diverse learning environments.

The Master of Health Services Administration program is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to become a leader in a health services organization. You will gain deeper knowledge of health care trends, technologies, policies and practices, and ethics. You’ll discover how to apply business tools specific to health services such as how to implement strategy and change, allocate human resources, execute marketing and public relations plans, and use technology to advance operations and control costs.

MHSA program graduates will learn to develop health services administration strategies and policies that deliver the desired business results across all levels and functions of an organization. These management roles often fall within health services environments such as health services organizations, healthcare management firms, hospitals, clinics, medical groups, long-term healthcare facilities, health insurers, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical supply companies, and government or public health organizations.

The Master of Science in Accounting provides students with the advanced accounting competencies needed to excel in careers as professional accountants in industry, government, and non-profit organizations. In the program, students will practice applying accounting theory and methods, and investigate emerging trends in the accounting field. They will also gain much of the academic background necessary to pursue certification in public accounting (CPA) and management accounting (CMA). Upon completion, students will have gained both functional and managerial skills needed to advance their careers.

Key Learning Objectives

• Accounting Management: Apply theoretical constructs related to accounting practices and explain the resulting impact on domestic and global business operations.
• Business Concepts: Demonstrate an understanding of business concepts within an organization to analyze, plan, and implement the information requirements of an organization.
• Economic Concepts: Apply relevant economic theory to business problems and develop general principles that can be applied to the business decision-making process.
• Analysis: Demonstrate the ability to analyze accounting and finance information and systems, comprehend its value, uses, and limitations, and communicate the information effectively to upper level management.
• Decision Making: Prepare, analyze and interpret internal managerial accounting data and reports to make relevant business decisions.
• Ethics: Develop ethical decision-making abilities that support business practices, policies, procedures, and integrity within an organization.
• Communication: Effectively use communication skills in a business environment to convey accounting policies, practices, and procedures throughout the organization.
• Technology: Use technology to apply and research accounting concepts.

Strayer University’s Master of Science in Human Resource Management is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to become an effective manager and leader in an organization’s human resource department. You will study how human resource management plays a strategic role in an organization while exploring many of the core functions of an HR department — total rewards, talent management, organizational development, HR information systems, and employee and labor relations. You will learn how to create HR policies and strategies that deliver real business results.

The Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) is designed to provide students with the technical and management skills needed to set strategy and deploy computer-based systems that support modern organizations. Students will develop both the theoretical foundation and the practical skills needed to specify, design, implement, and manage systems that possess qualities such as portability, scalability, and interoperability. By strengthening strategic planning and communication skills, and deepening their knowledge of business functions and operations, students will prepare for career advancement in the rapidly expanding information systems field.

Key Learning Objectives

• Operate and manage the systems development process for business applications.
• Perform software engineering processes that support business applications.
• Develop and manage IT architecture for business organizations.
• Develop communications architecture for business organizations.
• Formulate the processes for enterprise resource systems.

This Master of Science in Management program is designed to provide you with knowledge, skills, and tools to manage people and processes effectively in order to achieve organizational goals. The curriculum allows you to explore theories and applications of management and leadership practices, while deepening your business expertise. Coursework emphasizes leadership, communication, team building, ethics, and strategy. Through the program, you will strengthen your leadership skills, preparing to enhance your career as a manager.

Key Learning Objectives

• Management: Apply various theories of effective management practices and explain the impact on individual and organizational performance.
• Strategic Management: Develop management strategies that support organizational goals and are responsive to internal, external, and global changes.
• Business Concepts: Demonstrate an understanding of business concepts and functional areas within an organization to align management practices with business goals.
• Leadership: Demonstrate an ability to motivate individuals and teams toward organizational goals through the application of leadership practices.
• Diversity: Develop management practices that foster an appreciation for multiple cultures, ethnicities, and other diverse populations.
• Communication: Effectively use communication skills to convey management policies and practices throughout an organization.
• Ethics: Develop ethical decision-making abilities that support employment practices, policies, procedures, and integrity within an organization.
• Analysis: Apply analytical, technical, and research skills to assess and measure the effectiveness of management goals and performance within an organization.

The unique combination of academic learning and practical skills embodied in the Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting program creates an exciting and important educational option for students looking to advance in their careers and to expand their professional opportunities.

This certificate program provides the basis of the theoretical background and technical training required to step into the world of accounting.

The Undergraduate Certificate in Business Administration program is designed for individuals seeking skills to enhance their present careers or to pursue new ones. Students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree some time in the future will benefit from this certificate.

By focusing on professional areas, this program is a convenient and intensive way for busy professionals to remain current and develop new skills. Courses provide exposure to processes and procedures in contracting, electronic business, and developing and running a business.

Strayer University's Undergraduate Certificate prepares today's information technology professionals to meet the ever changing needs in the information technology profession. The program is designed for students who already have experience in the information systems field who are seeking additional knowledge and skills in specific areas of information systems. Students are expected to demonstrate basic computer skills in order to succeed in this program.