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I returned to school because I needed a degree.

I didn’t finish college after going to high school.

I went to work and kind of felt like working was

more important than an education. Now that I’m in corporate America and seeing people pass

me up for opportunities – it was time.

- Nancy Simmons, Applied Organizational Leadership

S C H O O L O F P R O F E S S I O N A L & G R A D U AT E S T U D I E S

MNU is where you’ll find outstanding academic quality, affordable graduate degree programs and flexible course options.

Our Programs Whether it’s an Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, MidAmerica Nazarene University is committed to helping you achieve your educational goals. Students in our programs pursue degrees in business, counseling, education and nursing. In addition to our main campus in Olathe, certain degree programs are also offered at our locations in Liberty and North Kansas City. Some programs are available entirely online. Regardless of your needs or schedule, we’ll work with you to develop a plan to position you for success. We believe in you.

We are committed to offering high quality programs in an intentionally Christian setting. We are committed to you.

It’s what makes us purposefully different.

MidAmerica Nazarene University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

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BUSINESS

Our business programs prepare students to become dynamic, principled leaders in a variety of industries. We offer accelerated degree programs for undergraduate and graduate students.

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Accelerated Associate of Arts Complete in as little as 12-18 months

Also available online

Choose an emphasis in business or liberal arts. You can transfer in hours from a regionally-accredited college or university, or we can help you start at the beginning.

Our associate’s degree program is convenient and comprehensive—with affordable online and on-campus courses, plus flexible scheduling and accelerated learning. Earning your degree can fit right into your life by scheduling classes at your own pace and convenience.

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Bachelor of Arts in Applied Organizational Leadership Complete in 12 months

Attend class one night a week

This 32-credit hour degree-completion program is designed for adults seeking to earn a bachelor’s degree in business. We take your existing college credit and life experience and create a plan just for you. While combining a broad-based business curriculum with innovative leadership courses, you can attend class one night a week with the same cohort group. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

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Master of Business Administration Complete in 24 months

Also available online

Work through the pressing theories, issues and problems of today’s business world and learn from practicing professionals who are experts in their field.

Our MBA is designed so that you advance through the courses with the same group. This MBA program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). n

Master of Science in Management Complete in 20 months

Attend class one night a week

This cohort-based program is designed to increase your influence as a business leader. Learn important project management skills and how to organize successful teams. Build a business plan, and learn how to actually implement it in the real world. Study the practical side of management from a Christian perspective.

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Center for Accelerated & Professional Education Whether you need to earn additional credit hours to meet an admissions or graduation requirement, or raise your GPA, we have the solution. Short-term, general education courses are available for students pursuing degrees in business, education and nursing. Choose from dozens of online, weekend or evening classes that will help support your goal of earning a degree.

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Kauffman FastTrac速 Program Starting your own business is your dream. Gain the tools to make it a reality with this unique certification program. Kauffman FastTrac courses give entrepreneurs the foundation and network needed to succeed. Evaluate new opportunities, network with professional mentors and make decisions about vision and strategy.

COUNSELING

Our graduate and post-graduate counseling programs are designed to train compassionate individuals to develop the knowledge and skills needed to be exceptional professional counselors and therapists.

COUNSELING

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Master of Arts in Counseling Complete in 33 months

Daytime and evening options

MNU is the only private, faith-based university in Kansas to offer a CACREP-accredited graduate program in counseling. Our program incorporates a high level of scholarship with real-world application, supervised client counseling and an integration of psychology and Christian faith. Specialize in one of four areas: School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling, or Spiritual and Christian Counseling. n

Play Therapy Certification Complete in 10 months

Online and on-site classes

This post-graduate certificate program prepares you to practice play therapy in public and private settings. You will receive instruction in the best of contemporary play therapy theory blended with guided experience from true practitioners. n

Sexual Addictions Treatment Provider Certification Complete in 12 months

Fully online

This certificate program is deigned to train post-graduate clinicians from a faith-based perspective. Expert faculty and practicing clinicians provide a dual emphasis on quality training and clinical application. The program is designed to prepare you for work in treating those who struggle with issues related to sexual obsessions and addictions.

EDUCATION

MidAmerica Nazarene University has a 40-year history offering premier teacher education. With an emphasis on technology integration, our programs are taught by highly qualified faculty who prepare teachers for the 21st Century classroom.

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Accelerated Elementary Education Program Complete in 18 months

Attend class two nights a week

Your dream of becoming a teacher is within reach. This program is structured so you can earn licensure or a bachelor’s degree in elementary education in a format built for working adults. This program is fully accredited by NCATE and KSDE.

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Master of Education Complete in 18 months

Available online

This cohort program helps you build advanced skills to improve classroom effectiveness and raise the achievement level of your students. Blend research and theory with practical application while learning from experienced and respected experts. Choose from one of three tracks: Reading Specialist, ESL or Technology-Enhanced Teaching. This program is fully accredited by NCATE and KSDE. n

Continuing Education & Endorsements Whether you need classes for relicensure or to learn new techniques, our experts are here to enrich your learning as you adapt to new standards and gain new skills. Classes are offered online and on campus throughout the year.

NURSING

MidAmerica Nazarene University is proud to offer you comprehensive nursing education.

You can learn as an undergraduate, a working professional, a graduate student or a post-master’s student.

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Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Complete in 12 months

Full-time program

This BSN program is designed for the adult with a BS or BA degree*, LPN, MICT, or 60 college hours*. Experienced faculty and state-of-the-art labs provide an unmatched opportunity to complete coursework and clinicals in 12 months. You will be prepared to take the NCLEX-RN® exam and accomplish your goal of becoming a registered nurse. *from a regionally-accredited college/university

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RN-BSN Complete at your own pace

Also available online

Discover ways to lead and influence those around you in the world of nursing through our RN-BSN program. With our accelerated format and online or on-site classes, you can complete your degree at your own pace—whether part-time or full-time.

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Master of Science in Nursing Complete at your own pace

Also available online

Designed for licensed registered nurses with a BSN degree, the Master of Science in Nursing curriculum offers tracks in Nursing Education, Heathcare Administration, Heathcare Quality Management and Public Health.

The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing at MNU is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, 202-887-6791.

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RN-MSN Complete in as little as 36 months

Also available online

This accelerated program allows you to take selected graduate and undergraduate courses at the same time in a condensed format that saves both time and money. You will earn both your bachelor's and master's degree in this combined format. n

MSN/MBA Dual Degree Program Complete in 36 months

Online and on-site classes

This dual degree program is designed for registered nurse leaders with a BSN degree who are seeking advanced healthcare leadership roles. Students complete an online MSN course and an on-ground MBA course simultaneously in a compressed plan of study and earn a dual degree.

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Post-Master’s Certificates Complete in 9 months

Online and on-site classes

Four specialty tracks allow you to customize an area of emphasis and further your career. Choose to complete a certificate in Healthcare Administration, Nursing Education, Public Health or Healthcare Quality.

The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing at MNU is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, 202-887-6791.

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