Online degrees based on your skills and knowledge

At Western Governors University, your competence--the knowledge and skills you possess--is the ultimate focus of every degree program. By emphasizing mastery of essential skills and knowledge instead accumulating credit hours, WGU's approach to earning a degree rewards focused hard-working professionals. Progress toward your online degree is based on passing rigorous assessments (such as tests, projects, assignments, etc.) that measure your skills and knowledge in your field of study. We call it competency-based learning.

With multiple degree programs in education, business, health care and information technology, WGU's rigorous yet flexible approach gives the university a unique advantage over other online programs. Here's what the WGU advantage means to you:

• Flexibility and Affordability. Our competency-based approach allows for extensive personalization of your degree program. With assessments determining your success instead of credit hours, you'll enjoy an education that fits your lifestyle. In most cases, you will access course material or study independently at the time and place you choose. Also, if you come into your program with years of knowledge and experience, you may be able to complete your assessments faster. You pay one flat rate per 6-month term, so you may be able to save time and money depending on how quickly you can adequately demonstrate your competency in your field of study.
• Credibility through Accreditation. WGU is regionally and nationally accredited. It is the only university ever to have received accreditation from four regional accrediting commissions. WGU's Teachers College is also now NCATEaccredited--the first online university to achieve that distinction.
• Commitment and Support. At WGU, students are supported by a mentoring team committed to success. You'll work with a progress manager, faculty mentors and a support staff that will keep you motivated as they steer you toward your degree.

If you're an organized, independent learner willing to devote at least 15-20 hours a week to your studies but require flexibility in time and place to complete your education, WGU could be the university you're looking for.

BS in Business - Accounting

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner with some accounting experience who needs a bachelor's degree, wants training and credentials in accounting, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The BS in Business - Accounting prepares you for an accounting career in a corporate, non-profit or government organization. The program educates you in broad business skills as well as specialized knowledge in financial and cost accounting, tax accounting, auditing and other critical areas. A perfect program for those who already have substantial experience in accounting or bookkeeping.

BS in Business - Business Management

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner with some business experience who needs a bachelor's degree, wants training and credentials to qualify for a management position, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The BS in Business - Business Management prepares you for management positions in private businesses, public corporations and government entities. The program provides you with a broad background in business skills and knowledge. A perfect program for business managers or professionals lacking the bachelor's degree necessary for career advancement.

BS in Business - Finance

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner with some finance experience who needs a bachelor's degree, wants training and credentials in finance, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The BS in Business - Finance prepares you for a career in corporate and managerial finance, investment management and brokerage. This program provides you with broad business skills, plus an understanding and abilities in finance that open career doors. A perfect program for someone with substantial business, accounting or finance backgrounds.

BS in Business - Human Resource Management

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner who needs a bachelor's degree, wants training and credentials to qualify for their first HR job, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The B.S. in Business - Human Resource Management prepares you to become an HR manager or personnel director for private businesses, public corporations and government entities. This program educates you to combine expertise in human resources with business management skills and gain valuable understanding of the labor relations, occupational health and strategic management. A perfect program for HR professionals who need a degree, as well as newcomers or career changers interested in a career in human resources.

BS in Business - Information Technology Management

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner with some IT training who needs a bachelor's degree, wants to combine business and IT in a management career, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The B.S. in Business - Information Technology Management prepares you to become an IT project manager, director of customer service, data center manager or an equivalent management position. This program educates you to combine technical expertise in IT with business management skills. A perfect program for the IT person who wants to develop broader business skills to go into a management career.

BS in Business - Marketing Management

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner with some marketing experience who needs a bachelor's degree, wants training and credentials for career advancement, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The B.S. in Business - Marketing Management prepares you for a career in marketing, promotion and sales management. The program educates you in a wide range of marketing expertise, including strategic marketing, product management, promotion, pricing, distribution, sales and other essential marketing areas. A perfect program for any individual seeking a career that emphasizes marketing, sales, publicity and promotion.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner who already possesses significant "real world" experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The Master of Business Administration prepares you for mid-level to upper-level management positions in business, industry and non-profit organizations. The program educates you in a number of critical areas, including distribution, financial reporting, analysis, communication, ethics, strategy, and leadership. A perfect program for the experienced business professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.

MBA - Health Care Management

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner who already possesses health care industry experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The MBA - Information Technology Management prepares you for mid-level to upper-level IT management positions in business, industry and non-profit organizations. The program educates you in core business skills, essential industry knowledge, and advanced health care managerial expertise. A perfect program for the experienced health care administration professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.

MBA - Information Technology Management

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This program is ideal for the self-motivated IT professional who already possesses significant "real world" experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.

The MBA - Information Technology Management prepares you for mid-level to upper-level IT management positions in business, industry and non-profit organizations. The program educates you in core business skills, essential industry knowledge and advanced IT managerial expertise. A perfect program for the experienced IT professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.

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