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National American University - Rapid City

  • 5301 S. Highway 16,
  • Suite 200
  • Rapid City, SD 57701
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National American University is about personal development and community. When you choose to attend NAU, you don't just join a group of diverse students and faculty; you join a group of people from all walks of life sharing a unique experience.

Our staff is devoted to helping you balance your education with your personal and professional obligations - it's our commitment. Through flexible class scheduling, dedicated career advisors and quality programs, NAU strives to provide a caring and supportive learning environment to ensure your success as a student.

You deserve an education. We provide the opportunity.

Course offerings vary by campus. Please check for up-to-date programs at the campus you're interested in.

Why National American University?

Financial Assistance

NAU provides financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities and low interest loan programs through federal, state and local sources for those who qualify. Our friendly staff will help you apply.

Individual Attention

From the day you register to the day you graduate, we're with you every step of the way. Whether it is in the classrooms or online, our specially designed degree and diploma programs are based on class sizes of 15 to 24 students.

Life After Graduation

National American University students receive assistance with professional resume writing, interviewing skills and post-interview follow-up. Our placement services are available to assist and support our graduates in their job searches.

AAS - Small Business Management

The Associate of Applied Science Small Business Management program is designed to meet the needs of students who have the goal of starting a new business or expanding an existing business. The program emphasizes the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential to becoming a successful small business owner and/or manager. Students will acquire skills in entrepreneurial strategies and planning, feasibility analysis, market analysis, and competitor analysis and will develop a comprehensive business plan for a new business venture.

Associate's - Accounting

Accounting is a core program for any educational institution that is serious about business, and it's no different at National American University. The Associate of Applied Science degree in Accounting provides specialized education for various entry-level positions in the accounting profession. It's also designed for easy transfer into the bachelor's degree in accounting. Graduates of this program can expect to find employment as accounting technicians, payroll clerks, bookkeepers or clerical assistants in business, government or non-profit organizations. With experience, graduates may qualify for more advanced positions, such as payroll supervisors, lead accountants or tax specialists.

Associate's - Applied Management

National American University's Associate of Applied Science degree in Applied Management is designed to meet the needs of individuals who have acquired occupational-related training at community colleges, technical institutes, military service schools or industry-related schools in business, health or another technical field. This program provides business students with an overview of accounting, economics, finance and management knowledge and skills needed for entry-level business supervisory positions. It also gives them an understanding of professional ethics and its application to the business environment.

Associate's - Business Administration

As a university grounded in the basics of business, National American University's business administration degree program might be considered the flagship of all we have to offer. NAU's Associate of Applied Science degree program emphasizes an understanding of business and an introduction to the use of computers in business. Students may elect to continue in the Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. They may also choose an emphasis in accounting, information technology, financial management, pre-law, international business, management or marketing.

Bachelor's - Accounting

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree program is an excellent program that provides students with the preparation needed to sit for the certified managerial accounting (CMA) exam as well as the certified public accountant (CPA) exam in those states not requiring the fifth year of education. Students planning to take the exam in these states will take the CPA review courses as part of their undergraduate degree. For graduates with a bachelor's degree in accounting, many career opportunities exist as private accountants for corporations, partnerships, sole proprietorships, government agencies or non-profit organizations.

Bachelor's - Applied Management

NAU's Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Applied Management is an excellent choice for students who already hold degrees, diplomas or certificates in specialty areas, such as merchandising, dental hygiene, electronics, medical assisting, drafting, welding or other vocational areas. Combined with our sound business and general education courses, this degree prepares graduates for advancement in management areas associated with their specialty fields.

Two options are available in this program: (1) transfer of credit from the source of the specialty training, or (2) creation of a specialty area using National American University courses. This program provides students with a thorough understanding of theory and application related to the business environment so they can collect and analyze data, identify alternative solutions and select the most appropriate course of action for specific business problems. It also gives them an understanding of professional ethics and its application to the business environment.

Bachelor's - Business Administration

As a university grounded in the basics of business, National American University's business administration degree program might be considered the flagship of all we have to offer. A wide variety of emphasis areas gives students the option to customize their business educations in order to point them directly into the heart of their chosen career field after graduation. Students studying business administration are broadly introduced to all areas of business, including accounting, information technology, marketing, finance, international business, management and more.

NAU's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree program is a general program that offers a variety of business-related subjects, without specializing in any one area.

Bachelor's - Business Administration - Entrepreneurship

Whether in the corporate or private business setting, entrepreneurship is an essential ingredient for success in the business field. Entrepreneurs serve as catalysts for economic growth by recognizing business opportunities and finding innovative ways to leverage those opportunities.

The Bachelor of Science Business Administration Emphasis Entrepreneurship program prepares students to think like entrepreneurs and to utilize entrepreneurial tools and strategies, including opportunity scanning, product/service development plans, and pro forma financial statements, to achieve success in the creation of new business ventures.

Bachelor's - Business Administration - International Business

More and more business is being conducted on an international level. This degree gives students the opportunity to focus on how business conducted on a global scale is different from domestic enterprise. The types of careers available are similar to those with a general business degree, but graduates from this degree program will have a distinct advantage in working for any firm that does business globally.

Bachelor's - Business Administration - Management

For students who aspire to high-level executive management positions in private industry or government agencies, this degree program is ideal. Graduates can anticipate opportunities in a wide range of management positions, including human resource management, operations management and production supervision.

Bachelor's - Business Administration - Marketing

This is an exceptionally exciting degree for people who are creative and strategic, and who enjoy being on the front-line of business development. Graduates enjoy rewarding career opportunities in areas such as retail management, sales management, marketing research, advertising and promotions.

Bachelor's - Business Administration - Tourism & Hospitality Management

Worldwide, the tourism and hospitality industry is a $5 trillion enterprise. By some standards, it is the world’s largest industry. This program prepares graduates for management positions in private sector and public sector organizations that provide services and products to business and leisure travelers.

Bachelor's - Organizational Leadership

Managers today need the necessary skills to be effective leaders. This degree is perfect for working professionals who recognize the need to develop their individual leadership abilities.

Business Administration Emphasis in Accounting B.S.

In today's business world, managers often need skills in financial management. National American University's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting degree program provides students with strong backgrounds in financial accounting and budgeting, as well as preparing them for careers in management. This program gives students excellent preparation for various management positions which also have responsibilities in budgeting and financial management.

Business Administration Emphasis in Financial Management B.S.

This is an excellent degree for students interested in the field of finance. Graduates can expect to be well qualified for careers in banking, lending institutions, financial planning in the business insurance industry and brokerage firms.

Business Administration emphasis in Human Resource Management B.S.

The human resources management emphasis prepares graduates of the program to excel in either a human resources department or in an upper level management position. Most companies today value a manager who has mastered human resource knowledge in addition to strong business skills. Graduates of this program can expect to find careers in wide range of management and human resource positions.

Business Administration Emphasis in Information Systems B.S.

This degree is intended for business majors who recognize the importance and growth of the use of digital information in today's business world. As with all business administration degrees, a wide range of job opportunities is available, but graduates of this degree will have an advantage in the ability to use information technology to get the job done.

Master's - Management

The Master of Management (MM) degree program is designed to help you develop a well-rounded portfolio of management knowledge, skills and abilities, and a holistic view of the organization. The curriculum provides you with both a practical and a theoretical grounding in business, management and leadership, along with the opportunity for specialization in an area that coincides with your professional aspirations

Emphasis areas are offered in:

  • Health Care Administration
  • Human Resource Management

Master's - Management - Health Care Administration

The Master of Management (MM) degree program is designed to help you develop a well-rounded portfolio of management knowledge, skills and abilities, and a holistic view of the organization. The curriculum provides you with both a practical and a theoretical grounding in business, management and leadership, along with the opportunity for specialization in an area that coincides with your professional aspirations

Master's - Management - Human Resources Management

The Master of Management (MM) degree program is designed to help you develop a well-rounded portfolio of management knowledge, skills and abilities, and a holistic view of the organization. The curriculum provides you with both a practical and a theoretical grounding in business, management and leadership, along with the opportunity for specialization in an area that coincides with your professional aspirations

MBA

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program provides you with an innovative curriculum that includes both the traditional MBA content areas as well as the rapidly changing skills needed for effective leadership and management. The coursework encourages you to explore the global perspective of the business environment while learning to make regionally relevant decisions for your organization.

Emphasis areas are offered in:

  • Health Care Administration
  • Human Resource Management
  • International Business
  • Management

MBA - Health Care Administration

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program provides you with an innovative curriculum that includes both the traditional MBA content areas as well as the rapidly changing skills needed for effective leadership and management. The coursework encourages you to explore the global perspective of the business environment while learning to make regionally relevant decisions for your organization.

MBA - Human Resources Management

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program provides you with an innovative curriculum that includes both the traditional MBA content areas as well as the rapidly changing skills needed for effective leadership and management. The coursework encourages you to explore the global perspective of the business environment while learning to make regionally relevant decisions for your organization.

MBA - International Business

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program provides you with an innovative curriculum that includes both the traditional MBA content areas as well as the rapidly changing skills needed for effective leadership and management. The coursework encourages you to explore the global perspective of the business environment while learning to make regionally relevant decisions for your organization.

MBA - Management

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program provides you with an innovative curriculum that includes both the traditional MBA content areas as well as the rapidly changing skills needed for effective leadership and management. The coursework encourages you to explore the global perspective of the business environment while learning to make regionally relevant decisions for your organization.

Accreditation

National American University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

NAU has also recently received accreditation from the CCNE for their Bachelors and Masters in Nursing programs.

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

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who complete the program and other important information, please visit

http://webapps.national.edu/programdisclosures.