Overview
Established in 1947, University of Maryland University College offers online and campus career education and training to students seeking Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate Degrees in Business, Information Technology, Legal Studies, Psychology, Liberal Arts, Education, and Healthcare. Each student has the opportunity to earn a certificate or degree, either at an individual pace online or through practical learning in a traditional setting.
Student Appeal
Busy working adults, returning students with families, and anyone seeking to enter a new career through higher education can benefit from flexible day, evening, and weekend classes from the comforts of home. UMUC provides tailored curriculum in competitive careers through state-of-the art online education. Classroom students benefit from small class sizes and hands-on learning. Class material is constantly updated to reflect changes a field. Instructors are qualified experts in their fields and can provide additional first-hand insights into industry practices and trends. Graduate learning opportunities allow students to build on existing academic credentials while developing specialization within a chosen career. Online Library and Virtual Bookstore resources are available to all students and include book and article delivery, 24/7 librarian assistance, tech support, and literary citation assistance. Campus include additional learning assistance resources
Financial
Financial aid is available to qualified students. Aid includes federal and state loans and grants, institutional scholarships, veteran benefits, employer tuition assistance, senior citizen benefits, and private loan sources. UMUC also offers monthly payment plans. Admissions representatives are available to answer any financial aid questions. University of Maryland University College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
- Master of Arts in TeachingMaster of Arts in Teaching
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is designed for students who wish to earn secondary teacher certification. Successful completion of the program entitles a candidate to recommendation for Maryland teaching certification in a specific subject area (such as computer science, earth/space science, English or mathematics). Focus is on producing teacher candidates who can demonstrate research-based and practice validated strategies for teaching and learning, teach subject matter to a diverse student body, analyze their practice for effectiveness in promoting student learning and integrate technology to promote personal and student growth.
- Master of Business AdministrationMaster of Business Administration
Competition in business is fierce. The internet, video conferencing, Web portals, and other technologies have helped businesses foster new international partnerships and reach more customers worldwide. If you can skillfully manage employees in evolving, global organizations, you can succeed as a manager or in a top-level executive position.
UMUC business and executive programs are tailored to business professionals and will help you move into higher leadership roles in almost any field.
- Master of Distance EducationMaster of Distance Education
*With emphasis in:
- Education Technology
- Policy and Management
- Teaching and Training
The recent rapid growth of distance education and e-learning in both public and private education, as well as in the training sectors, has created an enormous demand for qualified professionals. Get the comprehensive, practical knowledge you need to lead the distance education enterprise within educational, business, government, and non-profit organizations.
- Master of EducationMaster of Education
- Master of International ManagementMaster of International Management
*With emphasis in:
- International Enterprise Management
- International Financial Management
- International Marketing Management
In our increasingly globalized world, business leaders cannot ignore what goes on beyond U.S. borders. The Master of International Management (MIM) is designed for midcareer professionals who want to delve more deeply into international business and commerce and learn how to overcome obstacles to success in the field. The curriculum emphasizes developing skills for assessing the international competitive structure of industries, building marketing and business plans, formulating market-entry strategies, and managing country and global business risk. The goal is to help students develop a working knowledge of transnational business operations and the global environment and how both affect their own organization and management.
- MS in Accounting and Financial ManagementMS in Accounting and Financial Management
The Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management (MSAF) is designed for individuals who want to concentrate their graduate studies in finance and accounting as an alternative to a general management or general business-related degree. There is substantial demand in the workforce for professionals and managers who possess specialized skills, knowledge, and abilities in both the accounting and financial management disciplines. The program emphasizes understanding the financial reporting process and its effect on financial markets, as well as using and analyzing financial information, to prepare students to assume positions of increasing responsibility within the financial operations of an organization.
- MS in Accounting and Info TechnologyMS in Accounting and Info Technology
A strong understanding of business processes, combined with an integrated knowledge of accounting and information technology, will make you a valuable resource in the workforce. Our program in accounting and information technology will give you an edge on the competition.
- MS in Biotechnology StudiesMS in Biotechnology Studies
*With emphasis in:
- Bioinformatics
- Biosecurity and Biodefense
- Biotechnology Management
Biodefense, bioentrepreneurship, information technology, informatics...as our world changes, these specialized areas of knowledge are becoming increasingly sought-after. Combine your interest in science, business and technology for a rewarding career in the growing biotechnology industry.
- MS in CybersecurityMS in Cybersecurity
Our physical world is increasingly supported by a cyberspace infrastructure. This infrastructure enables new business models, enhances communications, makes our personal lives more convenient, and contributes to our national defense. The flip side of this increased reliance, however, is that we are vulnerable to threats to our cyberspace infrastructure. Network outages, data compromised by hackers, propagating viruses, and other incidents affect our lives in ways that range from inconvenient to life-threatening. The Master of Science in Cybersecurity provides practitioners with the framework and knowledge to protect an organization's cyber assets. The program focuses on prevention, detection, countering, and recovery from cyber incidents. Students learn about technical tools and organizational practices such as training, access control, evidence collection, and disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity is designed for midcareer professionals who wish to help meet the challenges posed by increasing cyber-threats. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the program is designed to provide students with a broad analytical framework for evaluating and solving cybersecurity problems.
- MS in Cybersecurity PolicyMS in Cybersecurity Policy
Our physical world is increasingly supported by a cyberspace infrastructure. This infrastructure enables new business models, enhances communications, makes our personal lives more convenient, and contributes to our national defense. The flip side of this increased reliance, however, is that we are vulnerable to threats to our cyberspace infrastructure. Network outages, data compromised by hackers, propagating viruses, and other incidents affect our lives in ways that range from inconvenient to life-threatening. The cybersecurity policy program examines strategies for societal responses to cybersecurity threats at enterprise, national and global levels. The roles of government, interorganizational alliances, and international cooperatives are explored, as well as legal concepts such as privacy, intellectual property, and civil liberties.
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity Policy is designed for midcareer professionals who wish to help meet the challenges posed by increasing cyber-threats. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the program is designed to provide students with a broad analytical framework for evaluating and solving cybersecurity problems.
- MS in Environmental ManagementMS in Environmental Management
The Master of Science in Environmental Management is designed to provide the skills, knowledge, and competencies that students need to function effectively in multiple environmental management settings. The courses are interrelated and provide a solid conceptual and applied foundation in environmental management.
This program provides the student with the skills to manage multi-disciplinary programs and projects dealing with the management of waste materials, pollution prevention activities associated with water, air, and soil, and the developing and implementation of effective environmental management systems. In addition, the specialization focuses on identifying options for effectively managing land and water resources for the benefit of all society.
- MS in Financial Management and Information SystemsMS in Financial Management and Information Systems
The Master of Science in Financial Management and Information Systems (MSFS) is designed for mid-career professionals seeking a graduate degree that integrates a financial management curriculum with studies in the information systems field. With an increasing requirement that financial managers have specific knowledge of and skills in information systems, the program prepares financial managers to effectively deal with information systems within organizations, and to play a leading advisory role in integrating and utilizing information systems to create value within their corporations. The curriculum equally benefits individuals in the information systems and CIO field who would like to expand their studies into the area of financial management.
- MS in Health Administration InformaticsMS in Health Administration Informatics
The Master of Science in Health Administration Informatics (MSHAI) degree has a dual emphasis: health care administration and informatics (information science) applied to the health care industry. It is geared toward health care professionals as well as information technology professionals who work in health care settings.
- MS in Health Care AdministrationMS in Health Care Administration
The Master of Science in Health Care Administration (MSHCA) program is designed for mid-career professionals who seek specialized and focused graduate studies in health care administration. Applicants will be able to increase their depth of knowledge in the administration of health care services and programs through a variety of courses in general management and health care administration.
- MS in Information TechnologyMS in Information Technology
*With emphasis in:
- Database Systems
- Homeland Security
- Informatics
- Information Assurance
- Project Management
- Software Engineering
- Telecommunications Management
The Master of Science in Information Technology program provides a broad technical understanding of current and evolving technologies in the IT field with an emphasis on moving technology from the laboratory to the realm of business development through its program core courses.
- MS in ManagementMS in Management
*With emphasis in:
- Accounting
- Acquisition and Supply chain Management
- Criminal Justice Management
- Emergency Management
- Financial Management
- Health Care Administration
- Homeland Security Management
- Human Resource Management
- Information systems and Services
- Interdisciplinary Studies in Management
- Marketing
- Nonprofit and Association Marketing
- Project Management
- Public Relations
The Master of Science in Management (MSM) is designed for professionals who are assuming greater management responsibilities within their organizations. The program emphasizes the leading-edge management skills and technical expertise that are the basis for success in modern organizations. Throughout the curriculum, major emphasis is placed on the effects of rapid technological change on organizations and administrative processes, and the consequent ethical and moral responsibilities of managers to society at large.
- MS in Technology ManagementMS in Technology Management
*With emphasis in:
- Distance Education and Technology
- Emergency Management
- Homeland Security Management
- Information Systems and Services
- Project Management
- Executive MBAExecutive MBA
In today's highly competitive business environment, professionals often need more than just their strong backgrounds of professional experience to truly excel. The executive program for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for midcareer and senior level decision makers and emphasizes the development of individual leadership, team building, and decision-making capabilities. The curriculum provides a global perspective on the crucial issues facing businesses today and incorporates comprehensive leadership and cultural assessments, as well as executive team coaching. Training workshops and simulations, developed and delivered in conjunction with UMUC's National Leadership Institute, provide experience and practice meeting leadership challenges. In the capstone project, small teams develop international strategic and operational plans for organizations looking to expand into new foreign markets. An international study trip is also required.
- BA in Communication Studies
- BA in English
- BA in History
- BA in Humanities
- BS in Accounting
- BS in Business Administration
- BS in Computer and Information Science
- BS in Computer Information Technology
- BS in Computer Science
- BS in Computer Studies
- BS in Criminal Justice
- BS in Cybersecurity
- BS in Emergency Management
- BS in Environmental Management
- BS in Finance
- BS in Fire Science
- BS in Gerontology
- BS in Global Business and Public Policy
- BS in Homeland Security
- BS in Human Resource Management
- BS in Information Systems Management
- BS in Investigative Forensics
- BS in Legal Studies
- BS in Management Studies
- BS in Marketing
- BS in Political Science
- BS in Psychology
- BS in Social Science
Accrediting Agency
- Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education