University of Phoenix
You work hard. A college degree does too.
With convenient class locations as well as online learning,
University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly
accessible for working students. Whether you're seeking an
associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help
you reach your goal--and sooner than you may think.
About University of Phoenix
Higher Education. Highly Accessible
At the largest private university in North America, you can
attend classes at one of our more than 190 convenient locations.
Or learn online--on your schedule. Regardless of where or how you
attend class, you'll receive a real-world education with real
value.
- Earn your degree sooner than you think.
- Attend class at times and places that fit your schedule.
- Learn from instructors who have substantial experience in the
fields they teach.
- Receive personal attention in small, interactive classes.
- Acquire the knowledge and skills that are in high demand.
How It Works
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Earn your degree when, where and how you want.
University of Phoenix fits your lifestyle and learning style.
Depending upon the degree program you select, you can attend
class on campus or online. Some campuses offer a combined
campus-based and online learning format. While widely available,
not all learning formats are offered at all locations.
Campus-Based Learning Format
Providing the convenience of attending classes near your
home or workplace.
- Attend class just once a week. Classes are offered in the
evening or on weekends. Some campuses offer day classes.
- Complete homework assignments on your own, as well as with
your learning team.
Online Learning Format
Providing the flexibility of a 100% online education.
- Complete coursework through electronic forums
- Download lectures and assignments from your student website
and study them at your convenience.
- Login to class at least four days per week for University
of Phoenix or three days per week for Axia College of
University of Phoenix. You choose the days and times.
- Build teamwork skills by collaborating on learning team
assignments.
Finance Options
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Your degree is within reach.
University of Phoenix strives to make higher education highly
accessible. Finance options, including financial aid, are
available for those who qualify. Options include:
Financial Aid
Several low-interest financial aid options are available.
University of Phoenix participates in many federal student aid
programs, including the Stafford Student Loan, PLUS Loan and
the Pell Grant.
Financing Options
University of Phoenix offers numerous options for financing
your education. Our cash-paying plans let you pay for one
course at a time rather than an entire semester or year at
once. Alternatively, pre-paying tuition will guarantee that
your rate will not increase for the duration of your program.
Company Funding
University of Phoenix is eligible for most company
reimbursement programs.
Programs
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Get a real-world education.
Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's or advanced
degree, University of Phoenix can help. Program availability
varies by location and format.
Bachelor of Science in Business
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The Bachelor of Science in Business program is designed to
prepare graduates with the requisite knowledge, skills, and
values to effectively apply various business principles and tools
in an organizational setting. The BSB foundation is designed to
bridge the gap between theory and practical application, while
examining the areas of accounting, critical thinking and
decision-making, finance, business law, management, marketing,
research and evaluation, and technology. Students are required to
demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the undergraduate
business curricula through an integrated topics course.
The Bachelor of Science in Business offers the following
concentrations:
Accounting
The Bachelor of Science in Business degree program with a
concentration in Accounting promotes identification with and
orientation to the accounting profession. Core competencies in
technology, critical thinking, and communication are emphasized
throughout the curriculum. Students also have broad exposure to
varied business disciplines, including management,
organizational behavior, economics, statistics and finance.
Administration
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Administration is designed to enable graduates to deal
effectively with an increasingly complex business environment.
The concentration courses stress skill development in the areas
of management, decision making, accounting and finance,
quantitative analysis, economics, marketing, and utilization of
research findings.
Communication
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Communications promotes the knowledge and skills needed for
effective communication within the business environment. The
curriculum emphasizes professional competencies and values in
such areas as public relations, communications theory,
communication law and ethics, mass communication, media and
advertising, and electronic publishing.
E-Business
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
e-Business enables students to acquire theory, skills and
values that are associated with a business environment where
there is an increasing dependence on Internet and web-based
technology. The focus of the curriculum is the application of
electronic business in today's workplace.
Finance
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Finance emphasizes financial concepts, theories, and practices
to promote well-informed financial decision making. Coursework
within this concentration examines the areas of risk
management, business law, global finance, and investment
analysis and portfolio management. Students integrate advanced
topics in financial management through real-world business
application.
Global Business Management
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Global Business Management examines the dynamic nature of
global business realities. Emphasizing fundamental principles
and practices of conducting global business activities, the
curriculum within this concentration includes international
marketing, international trade and investment, global finance,
global human resource management and global value-chain
management.
Green & Sustainable Enterprise Management
University of Phoenix also offers a Bachelor of Science in
Business with a concentration in Green and Sustainable
Enterprise Management. Please inquire for additional
information.
Hospitality Management
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Hospitality Management develops students' knowledge and skills
in lodging management, food and beverage operations management,
facilities management, and events and recreation planning.
Students learn about the impact of travel and tourism while
examining hospitality issues and trends, e-business
implications and operational structures.
Human Resource Management
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Human Resources Management examines the evolving human
resources function within today's organizations. Students learn
to design, implement and evaluate human resources strategies
and functions, including employee recruitment, selection,
retention and development.
Information Systems
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Information Systems focuses on the role and implementation of
information systems in today's business environment. Students
learn the fundamentals of business systems development and
project planning and implementation, as well as concepts in
software programming, database analysis and design and
telecommunication systems.
Integrated Supply Chain & Operations Management
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Integrated Supply Chain and Operations Management highlights
the important role a supply chain plays in satisfying customer
demands and expectations. This concentration's coursework
focuses on strategic performance improvement of all business
planning, global sourcing and procurement, production, and
logistical activities that make up an organization's supply
chain.
Management
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Management focuses on managing human and fiscal resources
within the structure, culture and mission of any organization.
The curriculum stresses skill development in the areas of
critical thinking and decision making, organizational behavior,
global business strategies, quality management and
productivity, human resource management, and employment law.
Marketing
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Marketing is designed to develop students' creative, analytical
and leadership skills. Coursework within this concentration
examines sales management, buyer behavior, advertising, market
research, and marketing to the international arena. Students
learn to identify customers and customer needs, communicate
product and service information, and develop and use marketing
strategies.
Organizational Innovation
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Organizational Innovation encourages students to bridge the gap
between traditional business thinking and an innovative,
design-focused philosophy. In this concentration, students
learn to apply design principles, innovative practices, and
creativity to develop business processes, strategies, services
and products.
Public Administration
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Public Administration focuses on the efficient and effective
utilization of public resources to achieve the public purpose
within a dynamic environment. The curriculum within this
concentration emphasizes the foundations of public
administration, public policy formulation, program development,
implementation and valuation, human resources and labor
relations and public finance.
Retail Management
The Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in
Retail Management focuses the student on the retail management
environment, from the beginning to the end of the retail value
chain. The concentration courses in this program emphasize
skill development in strategic management, marketing, supply
management, product and brand management, retail operations,
merchandising, and personnel management unique to the retail
industry.
Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship
University of Phoenix also offers a Bachelor of Science in
Business with a concentration in Small Business Management and
Entrepreneurship. Please inquire for additional information.
Master of Business Administration
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The Master of Business Administration program helps students
develop managerial skills needed in a rapidly changing business
environment. Focusing on these skills, the curriculum emphasizes
the creation and sustainability of an organization's competitive
advantage.
The Master of Business Administration program offers the
following concentrations:
Accounting
The Master of Business Administration/Accounting concentration
develops an understanding of accounting concepts and
applications. Students will become competent in the use of
appropriate analytical tools and technologies. They will be
sensitive to legal, ethical, and social values in the conduct
and communication of accounting practice and decisions. In
addition, students will have an understanding of a portion of
the topics required in preparation for the CPA exam: Audit and
Attestation, Financial Accounting and Reporting, Regulation,
and Business Environment and Concepts.
Global Management
The Master of Business Administration/Global Management
concentration develops the managerial skills needed within the
context of cross-border business opportunities. Students will
understand the challenges presented by international economic,
political, legal and socio-cultural differences. It is designed
for students who want to expand business cross-border or manage
within a multi-national organization.
Health Care Management
The Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management
concentration develops the managerial skills needed within the
context of challenges faced in the health care industry. They
will be sensitive to legal, ethical, and social values in the
management of health care resources. The curriculum is designed
for students wanting to develop skills in the management of
business operations in health care services organizations,
health care related industries, small individual or group
practices and health insurance.
Human Resource Management
The Master of Business Administration/Human Resource Management
concentration helps the student develop an understanding of
Human Resource Management concepts and applications. They will
be sensitive to legal, ethical and social values in the conduct
of Human Resource Management practice. At the completion of the
concentration, students will have knowledge of a substantial
portion of the topics required for certification by the Society
of Human Resource Professionals. The curriculum is designed for
students who want to enhance their human resource management
skills, enter the human resource profession, or complete
additional coursework required for the SPHR exam.
Marketing
The Master of Business Administration/Marketing concentration
helps the student build an understanding of marketing concepts
and applications. Students will develop and communicate
innovative approaches to stakeholders in a socially responsible
manner and will be well positioned for several professionally
recognized marketing certification exams. The curriculum is
designed for students who want to enhance their marketing
skills, enter the marketing profession, or complete additional
coursework required for several professionally recognized
marketing certification exams.
Technology Management
The Master of Business Administration/Technology Management
concentration develops the managerial skills needed within the
context of challenges faced by integrating business with
technology. Students completing this concentration will develop
communication skills that bridge the gap between technical and
non-technical audiences. The curriculum is designed for
students who want to expand their use of technology to solve
business opportunities and students currently working in
non-management roles within technical organizations seeking to
develop their management skills.
Online Programs
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University of Phoenix offers the following online business
programs:
Associate of Arts
- Accounting
- Communications
- Foundations of Business
- Hospitality, Travel, and Tourism
Bachelor of Science
- Accounting
- Business/Accounting
- Business/Administration
- Business/Communications
- Business/e-Business
- Business/Finance
- Business/Global Business Management
- Business/Hospitality Management
- Business/Information Systems
- Business/Integrated Supply Chain and Operations Management
- Business/Management
- Business/Marketing
- Business/Organizational Innovation
- Business/Public Administration
- Business/Retail Management
- Communication/Communication and Technology
- Communication/Culture and Communication
- Communication/Marketing and Sales Communication
- Human Services/Management
- Management
- Organizational Security and Management
Master of Business Administration
- General
- Accounting
- Global Management
- Health Care Management
- Health Care Management/Master of Science in Nursing
- Marketing
- Technology Management
Master of Management
- General
- Human Resource Management
- Public Administration
Master of Public Administration
Master of Science
Doctoral Degree
- Business Administration
- Management in Organizational Leadership
- Management in Organizational Leadership/Information Systems
and Technology
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