Designed for entry-level accounting and business professionals, this associate degree program prepares you for jobs such as:

• Accounting clerk
• Accounts payable/receivable specialist
• Personal income tax clerk
• Collection clerks
• Professional bookkeepers

This online associate degree program provides practical training in:

• Database management
• Word processing
• Spreadsheets
• Presentation
• Graphics
• Accounting
• Business management
• Communication skills

You will gain a comprehensive understanding of management principles and business–oriented computer and interpersonal skills. Course work includes fundamentals of business, management and finance, critical thinking, project planning and implementation, and communication.

With your associate degree, you will be able to seek employment in basic management and administrative roles, including office manager, administrative assistant, management trainee, project assistant, or office support specialist.

Designed to meet the needs of working professionals, VC Online's criminal justice program is intended for current and aspiring professionals in the field--or anyone who wants to make their community safer.

Virginia Colleges associate degree in Culinary Arts is designed for students who already have formal training in culinary skills at a post-secondary level but who want an associate degree and a broader skill base in order to increase opportunities for employment and advancement. The program offers a broad, practical curriculum and real-world instruction using convenient, on-line classes that give students the education they need for a successful career in the culinary arts.

Note: This program is offered in the online format but to qualify for admission, candidates must have successfully completed a diploma program that offers training in cooking and kitchen skills comparable to the one offered by Culinard, the Culinary Institute of Virginia College. Prospective students should speak with an Admissions Associate to determine acceptability of earned credits or degrees from other institutions.

Healthcare Reimbursement focuses on the fundamentals of medical office protocol with specialized training in the areas you will need for a job in this growing field. As a Virginia College student, you?ll be prepared for entry-level positions in the medical field related to reimbursement procedures. You?ll learn the fundamentals of medical office protocol and get specialized training in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification of Diseases (ICD), and Health Care Financing Administration Common Procedural Coding System (HCPCS). You will also serve an externship for on-the-job training. You?ll be supervised by a physician, nurse, or health services professional and learn the billing and coding process from the working perspective.

In VC Online's associate degree program in HR management, you'll study the complexities and challenges of workforce management in today's global economy. Learn how to promote professional development not only among company-wide personnel, but among your fellow human resources specialists.

What do Medical Office Administration graduates do?

Medical Office Administrators perform administrative duties in a medical office or clinic, reporting directly to an office manager, physician, or other health practitioner. You will help with communicating with patients and other providers, billing insurance companies, code physician diagnostic comments and orders, and more. This program is designed to teach you how to work closely with doctors to organize and monitor patient care services. In short, you will be a vital part of the health care team in a physician's office, a clinic, a hospital, a long–term care facility, or other medical office.

What classes will I take?

At Virginia College, you will only take courses that pertain to your success in the workforce. Do not worry if you are not already skilled in the areas below. That is why you are coming to school! We are experienced in giving students the training they need to become successful in their chosen careers.

You will have classes in: Medical terminology Medical law and ethics Medical laboratory procedures Medical records systems Accounting Business Office automation Customer service

In addition to training from instructors with real–world experience, you will also complete an externship in a physician's office, clinic or related health care facility under the supervision of a physician, nurse, or health services professional.

Looking for a paralegal studies program that fits into your busy schedule? In VC Online's associate degree program, you'll work with industry-experienced faculty--from the comfort of your own computer.

In today's marketplace, the bachelor's degree has become the minimum requirement for many professional careers. The online BA in Business Management is intended to produce skilled graduates who can perform a variety of leadership functions in nearly any business sector.

Looking for a new or better criminal justice job? VC Online's BS in criminal justice can prepare you to become a:

• Courtroom administrator
• Police officer
• Private security officer
• Probation or parole officer
• Juvenile delinquency case manager
• Corrections officer
• Police detective

Criminal Justice in Homeland Security program at Virginia College, trains students in critical–thinking and program–management, and leadership skills needed within homeland security, an understanding of its history, domestic crime, substantive & procedural law within the criminal justice system, current homeland security policies, operational theories, functions and issues from domestic perspectives, and the ethical, political, social, environmental and economic issues related criminal investigations. Students will be able to differentiate the various threats to domestic security (including technological and political forms of terrorism) and the various phases of intelligence operations.

This program prepares students for potential careers in U.S. Border Patrol agents, Immigration inspectors, Customs inspectors, Federal Air Marshals, U.S. Secret Service special agents and U.S. Secret Service. Secret Service special agents also investigate counterfeiting, forgery of Government checks or bonds, and fraudulent use of credit cards.

This online Bachelor of Science degree in Golf Course Management is designed to provide students with a diversified education in managing and operating a golf course, or other golf-related facilities. The program is designed for those who have completed the fundamentals in an associate degree program* and would like to add the skills and knowledge needed to give them a solid background in business and management. Students will gain critical thinking skills, management training, and leadership development. This comprehensive program provides graduates with the fundamental skills necessary to adapt to the golf management path they choose to follow.

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to _ evaluate the golf management industry and career opportunities in the field; _ establish and maintain high standards of personal and industry ethics at the pro shop; _ conform to professional standards in personal appearance; _ define concepts and procedures for purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory of golf equipment and supplies; _ apply management principles to the food service industry and demonstrate leadership skills; _ perform front of the house service functions and set and maintain service standards for various customers; and _ describe the origin of various industry standards and their relationship to the history and cultural development of golf.

*Note: This program is offered in the online format but to qualify for admission, candidates must have completed an associate of applied business degree in golf complex operations and management comparable to the one offered by Golf Academy of America. Prospective students should speak with an Admissions Associate to determine acceptability of earned credits or degrees.

The online BS in Health Services Management program is designed for current and aspiring healthcare professionals. With this degree, you may qualify for jobs in hospitals, physicians' offices, ambulatory care centers, home health agencies, and more.

Human resource management majors gain the flexibility to apply their skills in a variety of management settings. While enrolled in this program of study, you will focus on the various aspects of the recruitment, selection, training, and development of employees within an organization. After graduating from this program, you can expect to be qualified to enter entry-level positions within a human resource department. The core classes in human resource management-related fields are complemented by general education offerings that add breadth and depth to the curriculum.

Upon successful completion of this program, you should be able to - understand the various components of human resource management; - develop effective rational decision-making skills for selection and retention of employees; - design and maintain effective personnel training and development programs; - integrate knowledge of current ethical issues in labor relations; - use individual understanding and critical thinking regarding management skills necessary to achieve successful results; - understand the needs assessment process and its role in training development; - operate cutting-edge human resource management technology; - recognize and respond to the different staffing strategies which support varying business strategies for the organization; - apply strategic methods for working productively with diverse groups of people; and - coordinate a successful job search.

The online BS in Management Information Systems addresses core concepts in business information systems and helps you develop essential management skills. Prepare for a rewarding, fast-growing career in the management and design of computer-based information systems.

The online bachelor's degree in cybersecurity offers a comprehensive introduction to IT infrastructure Security. You'll study the most common issues in computer security, including:

• Legal issues
• Cyber-terrorism
• Forensics
• Hardening the operating system
• Viral activity
• Compliance

The online bachelor?s degree in paralegal studies prepares graduates for employment in attorney?s offices, courtrooms, corporations, insurance companies, governmental offices and banks. This paralegal degree online provides knowledge of legal office procedures, delivery of legal services, legal research and writing and paralegal training in professional skills, general education, and technical competencies.

With the online paralegal degree from Virginia College, you can enter a skilled and prestigious profession, and one in which job growth is expected. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2006-07 Occupational Outlook Handbook, paralegal employment is projected to grow much faster than average, as employers reduce costs by hiring paralegals to perform tasks formerly carried out by lawyers.

This online bachelor degree program in paralegal studies is designed for those who require a degree for entry into the workforce or for advancement in a current position. It is especially helpful for those who may have accumulated credits toward a paralegal degree or who may already hold an associate?s degree in paralegal studies.

Complete the info request form and find out more about Virginia College?s online paralegal degree. Virginia College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Our faculty and staff are available to make sure you get the most from your online college experience at Virginia College.

Looking for a job in the fast-growing accounting industry? Graduates of VC Online's Bachelor of Science in Private Sector Accounting will be qualified for private-industry jobs in financial, cost, or budget accounting.

VC Online's MBA combines management theory with hands-on experience to make you more attractive in today's job market. This broad-based graduate program prepares you for leadership positions in the field of your choice.

The online Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) is designed for the busy criminal justice professional who seeks a career boost. Prepare for leadership positions in the courthouse, the police force, private security, corrections, parole and more.

Study computer security, cyber-terrorism, forensics and more in VC Online's Master of Science in Cybersecurity. With this degree, you'll be prepared to handle the security management of LAN, WLAN, and WAN environments--even at the national security level.

Virginia College is a senior college accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award certificates, diplomas, associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Ashford is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

In today's increasingly complex and diverse business world, accounting professionals need a broad knowledge of accounting combined with technical and functional expertise. Walden's B.S. in Accounting program is designed to give you a strong foundation in accounting–both in theory and practical application–to help prepare you to advance your career and contribute to your organization.

Our program takes a unique approach that provides you with an introduction to how accounting tools are used in the context of the larger business environment. Then you will learn the knowledge and skills to design, manipulate, and implement accounting products. This intuitive approach to learning allows you to view accounting's role as more than a series of unrelated activities and details, and gives you insight into organizational and ethical issues.

The curriculum is aligned with the national standards set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), teaching critical content for those students who may wish to continue on to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Walden's online BSBA offers a thorough grounding in the business fundamentals required by today's complex, global economy. Available concentrations include:

• Finance
• Human Resource Management
• Information Systems
• Management
• Marketing

Walden University's B.S. in Communication blends communication theory with practical communication skills. Study ways to craft effective messages and to use new and emerging technologies to communicate effectively in today's global information society. Whether you are pursuing a career in advertising, marketing, public relations, or promotions, or you are seeking to broaden your career options in other fields, Walden's B.S. in Communication will help you strengthen your communication skills and enhance your effectiveness in corporate, nonprofit, public sector, and community settings.

Concentrations:

• Marketing Communication
• New Media
• Online Work & Communities
• Organizational Communication
• Public Relations
• Self-Designed

Walden's Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) degree program is designed for experienced business professionals who want to translate their industry expertise into leadership positions as consultants or as executives within their organizations. Developed with insights from experienced faculty members and leading business practitioners, the program emphasizes advanced decision-making and leadership skills, in-depth knowledge of both theory and applied research, and the ability to manage positive social change.

Enhance your M.B.A. degree with additional expertise in assessing an organization's exposure to product, professional, and environmental liabilities. This specialization addresses the area of risk management and insurance through a two–course sequence: the Application of Finance course and the field study course. The field study pairs you with a School of Management faculty member to develop and work on a project of your choice in the area of risk management and insurance. This specialization was designed with American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters designees in mind. If you are a CPCU–designee, you can save significant time and money earning your degree; ask your enrollment advisor for details.

Whether you are beginning your accounting career or seeking to advance in your current profession through a deeper understanding of advanced accounting principles, Walden's M.S. in Accounting & Management program can help you reach your goals. Our curriculum is designed to strengthen your analytical and critical–thinking skills while you explore the latest regulations, trends, and issues shaping the accounting industry. The M.S. in Accounting & Management program allows for a broader overview of accounting and management issues.

With the Accountants as Strategic Managers specialization, you can focus on creating growth and value for your organization through the design and implementation of effective business strategies. Building on five core accounting courses, this specialization can help enhance your decision–making, critical–thinking, and analytical skills to address the challenges and opportunities organizations face in today's business climate.

Tailor your studies to complement your goals with the Self–Designed specialization. Build on the skills and knowledge gained in the core accounting program by choosing five management, leadership, and accounting courses that best match your professional objectives.

Today's accountants face a number of new and emerging challenges, including the need to keep up with international accounting standards in order to effectively manage forensic and auditing issues. The Accounting for the Professional specialization will expose you to accounting theories, current trends and ideas in the accounting industry, and the techniques needed to manage regulatory compliance, business risk, and the future of an organization.

This specialization provides a balanced curriculum that reflects the coursework and credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA Examination in most states.Blending accounting theory with its practical application also provides a solid foundation in problem-solving, managing risk, understanding the impact of regulatory compliance, and using accounting practices and tax strategies in a dynamic business environment that will be critical to your career goals.

Most states require individuals to complete 150 semester hours in certain subject areas in order to be eligible to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam and/or obtain a CPA license. This program was developed to reflect the content requirements of certain states by providing graduate–level courses in topics such as financial accounting, auditing, taxation, and managerial accounting. Individuals seeking to become CPAs should review the educational requirements for their state to ensure the content requirements are being met. For more information, refer to the state's Board of Accountancy or related agency. Walden enrollment advisors can provide guidance on CPA requirements, however, it remains the individual's responsibility to understand and comply with all exam and licensing requirements. Walden makes no representation or guarantee that completion of Walden coursework or programs will permit an individual to sit for the CPA exam or obtain a CPA license. Please speak with an Enrollment Advisor for additional guidance.

You can design a specialization based on your goals and interests. The Self–Designed specialization allows you to investigate industries and technical accounting areas that might not otherwise be readily accessible. Tax analysis, systems thinking, nonprofit accounting, and government accounting are among the many subjects from which to choose.

The need for strong leadership across all sectors has never been greater and the nature of leadership in the 21st century is changing. Organizations are demanding authentic leaders who can generate trust, empower others, and find innovative answers to today's problems and challenges.

Walden University's School of Management is committed to providing the knowledge base required for globally competent and ethical leaders to advance their communities, organizations, and the world. To fulfill this vision, Walden is offering an M.S. in Leadership degree program to help you explore your own leadership styles and use them to motivate others and build highly effective, diverse work teams. Through the M.S. in Leadership program, you can learn to develop a comprehensive approach to leadership that crosses functional areas and increases your capacity to influence people and lead them to a shared goal.

Specializations

• General Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Human Resources Leadership
• Innovation & Technology
• Leader Development
• Project Management
• Sustainable Futures
• Self-Designed

Become a more effective manager by learning to motivate people, solve problems, and meet today's critical challenges and goals. Develop a practical, integrated approach to management that helps prepare you to coordinate and align processes, systems, and people.

Broaden your understanding of the international business climate and the challenges of working with different cultures. Explore political, financial, competitive, regulatory, operational, and social issues faced by global managers.

Discover the strategic role of human resources in helping organizations gain competitive advantage. Gain expertise in areas related to recruitment and selection, performance evaluation, compensation and benefits, and job design.

Explore the qualities shared by strong leaders and review current perspectives about the importance of leadership in organizations. Evaluate your own leadership style and recognize your potential to inspire others and influence the success of your organization.

Learn to manage a range of projects and avoid the typical pitfalls of missed deadlines and mismanaged resources. Review current theories and research and put your project management skills to work in real–world exercises.

Explore qualitative and quantitative research methods to enhance your effectiveness in any research–based environment or to prepare you for doctoral studies. Develop your critical–thinking and decision–making skills while you learn the fundamentals of scientific research.

Gain an understanding of the concepts of organic growth and value innovation. Use your decision–making and critical–thinking skills to develop and implement effective strategies that can create growth and value.

As the global economy grows, the nonprofit sector is growing right along with it. Launch a career in this fulfilling, fast-growing sector as with Walden's online Master of Science in Nonprofit Management and Leadership.

Help advance your career in one of the nation's fastest growing industries. The M.S. in Project Management allows you to learn the management and technical skills required to lead a range of projects and help your organization achieve its strategic goals. Explore ways to communicate effectively with stakeholders and to control project risks as you successfully develop and deploy initiatives for your organization. The program is designed to align with the standards of the Project Management Institute (PMI), and course content will help prepare you for PMI's Project Management Professional (PMP) credential exam.†

Specialization
General

†Eligibility for the PMP Credential requires individuals to first attain specific educational and project management experience, including 35 contact hours of project management education and a minimum of three years, or 36 months, of project management experience, during which at least 4,500 hours were spent leading and directing project tasks. The final step for earning the PMP Credential is passing the PMP exam. For more information, visit the Project Management Institute (PMI) Web site at www.pmi.org.

The M.S. in Psychology program can help you succeed in many different industries and health care organization, communities and businesses by providing a background in the development and application of psychological theories, basic scientific methods and principles of psychological science.

The M.S. in Psychology program can help you succeed in many different industries and health care organization, communities and businesses by providing a background in the development and application of psychological theories, basic scientific methods and principles of psychological science.

Learn to plan and implement business strategies that give your organization a competitive advantage. In this advanced online degree program, you'll study today's competitive landscape and learn to predict future trends that could affect your company.

This program--one of the only online doctoral programs in applied management--enables you to design a unique program of study that integrates your current expertise and academic interests. By performing thorough research that you can use immediately, you'll build the skills and credentials you need to take a leadership role in your field.

The Ph.D. in Psychology programs have a history of preparing psychology professionals to fully excel in today's health care settings, private practices and global industries.

Psychology Note on Licensure The Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, and School Psychology specializations are designed to prepare graduates to qualify to sit for psychology licensing exams. These specializations are designed to meet the academic licensure requirements of most state psychology boards. Walden University licensure specializations in psychology are not accredited by the American Psychological Association, which is a requirement for licensure in some states. Because no graduate psychology program can guarantee licensure upon graduation, we encourage students to consult the appropriate agency to determine specific requirements.

For more information about Ph.D. in Psychology specialization licensure and for licensing boards contact information, visit the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (https://www.asppb.org/about/boardContact.aspx). For any of these programs or specializations, you should also contact your appropriate licensing body. International students are encouraged to identify and contact their appropriate licensing body.

In today's increasingly complex and diverse business world, accounting professionals need a broad knowledge of accounting combined with technical and functional expertise. Walden's B.S. in Accounting program is designed to give you a strong foundation in accounting–both in theory and practical application–to help prepare you to advance your career and contribute to your organization.

Our program takes a unique approach that provides you with an introduction to how accounting tools are used in the context of the larger business environment. Then you will learn the knowledge and skills to design, manipulate, and implement accounting products. This intuitive approach to learning allows you to view accounting's role as more than a series of unrelated activities and details, and gives you insight into organizational and ethical issues.

The curriculum is aligned with the national standards set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), teaching critical content for those students who may wish to continue on to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Walden's online BSBA offers a thorough grounding in the business fundamentals required by today's complex, global economy. Available concentrations include:

• Finance
• Human Resource Management
• Information Systems
• Management
• Marketing

Walden University's B.S. in Communication blends communication theory with practical communication skills. Study ways to craft effective messages and to use new and emerging technologies to communicate effectively in today's global information society. Whether you are pursuing a career in advertising, marketing, public relations, or promotions, or you are seeking to broaden your career options in other fields, Walden's B.S. in Communication will help you strengthen your communication skills and enhance your effectiveness in corporate, nonprofit, public sector, and community settings.

Concentrations:

• Marketing Communication
• New Media
• Online Work & Communities
• Organizational Communication
• Public Relations
• Self-Designed

Walden's Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) degree program is designed for experienced business professionals who want to translate their industry expertise into leadership positions as consultants or as executives within their organizations. Developed with insights from experienced faculty members and leading business practitioners, the program emphasizes advanced decision-making and leadership skills, in-depth knowledge of both theory and applied research, and the ability to manage positive social change.

Enhance your M.B.A. degree with additional expertise in assessing an organization's exposure to product, professional, and environmental liabilities. This specialization addresses the area of risk management and insurance through a two–course sequence: the Application of Finance course and the field study course. The field study pairs you with a School of Management faculty member to develop and work on a project of your choice in the area of risk management and insurance. This specialization was designed with American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters designees in mind. If you are a CPCU–designee, you can save significant time and money earning your degree; ask your enrollment advisor for details.

Whether you are beginning your accounting career or seeking to advance in your current profession through a deeper understanding of advanced accounting principles, Walden's M.S. in Accounting & Management program can help you reach your goals. Our curriculum is designed to strengthen your analytical and critical–thinking skills while you explore the latest regulations, trends, and issues shaping the accounting industry. The M.S. in Accounting & Management program allows for a broader overview of accounting and management issues.

With the Accountants as Strategic Managers specialization, you can focus on creating growth and value for your organization through the design and implementation of effective business strategies. Building on five core accounting courses, this specialization can help enhance your decision–making, critical–thinking, and analytical skills to address the challenges and opportunities organizations face in today's business climate.

Tailor your studies to complement your goals with the Self–Designed specialization. Build on the skills and knowledge gained in the core accounting program by choosing five management, leadership, and accounting courses that best match your professional objectives.

Today's accountants face a number of new and emerging challenges, including the need to keep up with international accounting standards in order to effectively manage forensic and auditing issues. The Accounting for the Professional specialization will expose you to accounting theories, current trends and ideas in the accounting industry, and the techniques needed to manage regulatory compliance, business risk, and the future of an organization.

This specialization provides a balanced curriculum that reflects the coursework and credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA Examination in most states.Blending accounting theory with its practical application also provides a solid foundation in problem-solving, managing risk, understanding the impact of regulatory compliance, and using accounting practices and tax strategies in a dynamic business environment that will be critical to your career goals.

Most states require individuals to complete 150 semester hours in certain subject areas in order to be eligible to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam and/or obtain a CPA license. This program was developed to reflect the content requirements of certain states by providing graduate–level courses in topics such as financial accounting, auditing, taxation, and managerial accounting. Individuals seeking to become CPAs should review the educational requirements for their state to ensure the content requirements are being met. For more information, refer to the state's Board of Accountancy or related agency. Walden enrollment advisors can provide guidance on CPA requirements, however, it remains the individual's responsibility to understand and comply with all exam and licensing requirements. Walden makes no representation or guarantee that completion of Walden coursework or programs will permit an individual to sit for the CPA exam or obtain a CPA license. Please speak with an Enrollment Advisor for additional guidance.

You can design a specialization based on your goals and interests. The Self–Designed specialization allows you to investigate industries and technical accounting areas that might not otherwise be readily accessible. Tax analysis, systems thinking, nonprofit accounting, and government accounting are among the many subjects from which to choose.

The need for strong leadership across all sectors has never been greater and the nature of leadership in the 21st century is changing. Organizations are demanding authentic leaders who can generate trust, empower others, and find innovative answers to today's problems and challenges.

Walden University's School of Management is committed to providing the knowledge base required for globally competent and ethical leaders to advance their communities, organizations, and the world. To fulfill this vision, Walden is offering an M.S. in Leadership degree program to help you explore your own leadership styles and use them to motivate others and build highly effective, diverse work teams. Through the M.S. in Leadership program, you can learn to develop a comprehensive approach to leadership that crosses functional areas and increases your capacity to influence people and lead them to a shared goal.

Specializations

• General Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Human Resources Leadership
• Innovation & Technology
• Leader Development
• Project Management
• Sustainable Futures
• Self-Designed

Become a more effective manager by learning to motivate people, solve problems, and meet today's critical challenges and goals. Develop a practical, integrated approach to management that helps prepare you to coordinate and align processes, systems, and people.

Broaden your understanding of the international business climate and the challenges of working with different cultures. Explore political, financial, competitive, regulatory, operational, and social issues faced by global managers.