UPIKE's Online Graduate Programs

Earn your Master of Business Administration

The University of Pikeville-Coleman College of Business (CCOB) aims to prepare students to become valuable business leaders by offering a quality Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. This program is available 100 percent online, for maximum flexibility.

Entrepreneur and small business owner for nearly 20 years, Heather McPeek MBA ’19 states that completion of the UPIKE MBA program has validated her confidence and competence as a business owner.

Because of my hectic schedule and business commitments, I would have never been able to complete the MBA program in a traditional classroom setting,” said McPeek. “The online program provided invaluable experience and afforded me the opportunity of attaining a master’s degree at the age of 42.

Dean and Professor of Business at CCOB Howard Roberts, Ed.D., says this rigorous and respected online degree program can change or catapult your career with credentials that are needed for a rewarding vocation.

Heather McPeek MBA '19

Earn your Teacher Leader Master of Arts in Education

The University of Pikeville-Patton College of Education advances teaching skills by offering a Teacher Leader Master Program designed for the working professional. This 100 percent online and flexible learning program gives students the convenience to advance their education.

Aligned with the Teacher Leader Model Standards, the curriculum includes opportunities for action research, job-embedded professional growth and relevant field experiences focused on the classroom, school, and district-specific data and resources.

A recent graduate of the program, Brennan Alderman M.A. ʼ20, shared that the program at UPIKE provides personalized professional development and learning opportunities for practicing educators.

“This program is the perfect model for quality academics and staffing,” said Alderman. “The instruction I received was highly effective and relevant, and the leaders of the program made the transition of classes from day one to graduation a flawless and straight-forward process.”

Brennan Alderman M.A. '20