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BGSU is now offering a Master of Science in logistics systems engineering
Logistics systems engineering is an interdisciplinary program that blends business and engineering skills to solve complex problems in logistics, systems engineering, production design and health care systems.
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Accountancy | Master’s
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The Master of Accountancy (MAcc) is an AACBS accredited program that furthers the personal and professional development of students interested in the areas of public or corporate accounting.
Administration of Higher Education | Certificate
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This certificate program serves as continuing education for professionals currently working in administrative roles in colleges and universities, community agencies, K-12 schools, and beyond.
Alternative Resident Educator | Certificate | Online
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Upon completion of this fully online graduate certificate, students will be able to secure the Professional Alternative Resident Educator teaching license from the State of Ohio.
American Culture Studies | Doctorate
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This doctoral program features two broad interdisciplinary academic tracks: Critical Studies in Media, Film, and Culture and Ethnicity, Gender, and Social Identities.
American Culture Studies | Master's
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This master's program explores cultural themes, issues and periods to prepare graduates for careers as educators, journalists, marketers, advertising experts in governmental positions.
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Analytics | Master’s
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Analytics focuses on statistical analysis of data, information systems and computer science giving graduates an edge for rapidly-growing careers in data acquisition.
Applied Behavior Analysis | Certificate | Online
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Graduates can pair this certificate with a master's degree to gain the skills needed to work with children or adults with behavioral challenges in the education or health care industries.
Applied Geospatial Science | Master’s
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Students use advanced data and technology to study environmental challenges related to energy, climate, and sustainability for advanced careers in government, public and private sectors.
Applied Mathematics & Scientific Computation | Master's
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This graduate program provides rigorous training in real, complex and functional analysis, as well as significant computational experience and a breadth of understanding of applied models.
Applied Statistics | Master’s
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This nationally renowned program prepares graduates for careers as statisticians in the public, private and academic sectors and can be completed in as little as three semesters.
Applied Statistics: Business Analytics | Master’s
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The Master of Science in Applied Statistics (MSAS) with a specialization in Business Analytics prepare graduates for successful careers as statisticians in the public, private and academic sectors.
Architecture | Master’s
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This two-year professional degree is for students who intend to become licensed architects. This master's program builds on the four-year pre-professional bachelor's degree in architecture.
Art Education | Master’s | Hybrid
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Art Education provides arts-related advanced skills related to teaching in K-12 schools, community arts programs, art museum education and visual literacy focusing on innovative curriculum and pedagogy.
Art History | Master’s
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Students participate in advanced studies in art and art processes from all periods and cultures of western and non-western art including first-hand studies at the world-renown Toledo Museum of Art.
Art-Three-Dimensional Studies | Master’s
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Students in Three-Dimensional Studies build specialization in ceramics, glass, jewelry/metals or sculpture, choosing any combination of media and participating in graduate studio critiques.
Art-Two-Dimensional Studies | Master’s
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Students in Two-Dimensional Studies specialize in drawing, painting, or printmaking in a flexible program with studio critiques and courses in art history, exhibition research and teaching methods.
Art: Digital Arts | Master’s
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This intensive program is designed to prepare students to become both professional artists in industry and university-level instructors while developing their own studio practice.
Assistive Technology | Certificate | Online
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Students develop expertise in supporting individuals with disabilities to participate more fully in their homes, schools and communities by using assistive technology.
Athletic Training | Master’s
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The Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program allows students to gain expertise in evidence-based practice to improve patient care and clinical outcomes.
Autism Spectrum Disorders | Certificate | Online
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This fully online certificate propels graduates to further their career as advocates for individuals with ASD in schools, hospitals, social service agencies, nonprofits and research organizations.
Bioinformatics, Proteomics/Genomics | Certificate
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Courses are designed for graduate students from a variety of backgrounds and address the need for training in bioinformatics, proteomics, and genomics, which have transformed biological research.
Biological Sciences | Doctorate
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Major areas of research for this Ph.D. program include molecular biology, microbiology, cell biology, genetics, physiology, neurobiology, ecology, conservation and evolution.
Biological Sciences | Master’s
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Students choose from two tracks: a thesis option for those advancing to a Ph.D. program; or, a non-thesis option for students whose career goals do not require a research-oriented course of study.
Building-Level Leadership | Certificate | Online
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This program is for students who have a master’s degree and want to pursue initial administrative licensure. Students complete the administrative courses required for principal licensure in Ohio.
Business Administration (MBA) | Master’s | Online
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This fully online MBA gives professionals expertise in managerial accounting, marketing and financial management, strategy design and implementation, business ethics and law, and more.
Business Administration (MBA): Accounting Concentration | Master's | Online
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The online MBA program with an accounting concentration is designed to broaden fundamental business knowledge while specializing in managerial accounting and auditing.
Business Administration (MBA): Finance Concentration | Master's | Online
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Students develop an understanding of corporate finance and investing to become a financial decision-maker in the online Master of Business Administration with a concentration in finance program.
Business Administration (MBA): Full Time Program | Master's
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With AACSB accreditation, this nationally renowned full-time program is deigned for students to complete their MBA in 12 months with networking opportunities with business professionals.
Business Administration (MBA): Marketing Concentration | Master's | Online
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Combining innovation and analytics, the Online Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing program from Bowling Green State University will transform you into a strategic brand marketer who brings added value to any organization.
Business Administration (MBA): Professional Program | Master's | Hybrid
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Bowling Green Business School’s professional MBA program (PMBA) is an Ohio-based fast track to leadership roles for currently working professionals.
Business Administration (MBA): Supply Chain Management Concentration | Master's | Online
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In this fully only MBA program, students gain skills to handle broad managerial responsibilities in a variety of service and manufacturing settings.
Career Technical Workforce Education | Certificate | Online
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Individuals who receive this certificate can advance their State of Ohio Career Tech four-year Alternative Teaching License to a State of Ohio five-year Career Tech Professional Teaching License.
Classroom Technology | Master’s | Online
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Ranked as a top online program, this master's degree gives students hands-on, immediately applicable mastery of current digital tools and technology integration best practices.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling | Master’s
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The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Master of Education in School Counseling programs are designed for those interested in becoming a licensed clinical or school counselor.
Clinical Psychology | Doctorate
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This program follows a scientist-practitioner model of training in which research skills, coursework and clinical practica are integrated into a coherent program of study.
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College Student Personnel | Master’s
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Graduates gain an understanding of student affairs in postsecondary education with theory-based studies of student learning, group interactions, diversity, and human growth and development.
College Writing: Theory and Practice | Certificate | Online
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Designed for professionals teaching college writing courses seeking career growth and advancement, this program focuses on contemporary research and best practices in writing.
Communication Disorders | Doctorate
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This Ph.D is designed to develop the scientific and cognitive skills needed to identify and study important questions concerning human communication.
Communication Disorders: Speech-Language Pathology | Master's
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This two-year, accredited program prepares students to become speech-language pathologists upon completion of four academic semesters and a fifth semester of a full-time, off-campus externship.
Computer Science | Master's
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This master's degree is designed for professionals, particularly those with non-computer science backgrounds, looking to transition into software development, network administration and cybersecurity.
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Computer Science: Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics | Master's
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This program is designed for students with a background in computer science and provides intensive studies in the fundamentals of both cybersecurity and digital forensics.
Computer Science: Software Engineering | Master's
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The software engineering master's program provides intensive studies in software development methodologies, software design, and quality assurance and management.
Computer Technology Endorsement | Certificate | Online
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Students may apply for the Computer Technology Endorsement from the Ohio Department of Education after completing the 16 hours of coursework identified for this credential.
Construction Management and Technology | Master’s
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This program focuses on advanced technical and leadership skills and business operations with courses in contracts and disputes, estimating, cost control, bidding, and other areas.
Contemporary Music: Composition | Doctorate
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This program develops versatile composers through a concentrated focus on contemporary music, preparing them to teach or be creative in the academic world or other musical settings.
Contemporary Music: Performance | Doctorate
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This program develops versatile performers through a concentrated focus on contemporary music, preparing them to teach or be creative in the academic world or other musical settings.
Creative Writing | Master's
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The MFA in Creative Writing is a studio-based program. Students concentrate on the creation of original literary work and choose a concentration in either poetry or fiction.
Criminal Justice | Master's
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This on-campus master's program focuses on effective responses to challenges facing the criminal justice system and prepares students for leadership positions, law school or a doctoral program.
Criminal Justice | Master's | Online
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This top ranked online program prepares graduates for leadership roles in criminal justice. The flexible program can be completed entirely online in two years and is designed for career advancement.
Criminal Justice: Forensic Investigation | Master's
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This on-campus master's program in criminal justice focuses on the investigation of various forms of crime, especially in terms of gathering and analysis of varying forms of evidence.
Criminal Justice: Victims and Offenders | Master's
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This on-campus master's program offers specialized coursework on victims and offenders, providing students with a comprehensive foundation in theory, research, policy and ethics.
Cross Cultural and International Education | Master’s
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The researched-based program prepares graduates to be effective leaders in cross-cultural and international education arenas. Students complete a cross-cultural/international internship.
Curriculum & Teaching | Master's | Online
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This is a fully online Master of Education in Curriculum and Teaching degree program. Students choose from eight specialized certificates or endorsements to embed in this program.
Data Science | Doctorate
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Graduates of the Ph.D. in Data Science program are ready for careers in academia, industry and university research labs, government departments and big-name technology companies.
Data Science | Master's
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Graduates of the M.S. in Data Science program will be prepared to enter industry or begin the process of pursuing a Ph.D. in data science.
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Developmental Psychology | Doctorate
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Students acquire a strong foundation in theory, research, and methodology in developmental psychology across the life span. Graduates enter careers in academic and applied settings.
District-Level Leadership | Certificate | Online
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This is a post-master’s certificate program consisting of a minimum of 15 credit hours leading to superintendent licensure in Ohio. Students must hold valid principal licensure in the state of Ohio.
Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education
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This certificate is designed for administrative professionals in colleges and universities, community agencies, K-12 schools, and beyond to gain enhanced leadership skills.
Early Childhood Endorsement for Grades 4 & 5 | Certificate
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The Early Childhood Education 4-5 Generalist Endorsement Certificate prepares students to teach all subject areas in grades 4 and 5.
Educational Leadership | Master's | Online
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This Master’s in Educational Leadership degree program includes all of the ODE courses required for the initial administrative (principal) license and is designed to be completed in two years.
Educational Leadership | Master’s | Hybrid
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Designed for educators working full time, this master's program includes all of the Ohio Department of Education courses required for the initial administrative (principal) license.
Engineering Technology | Master's | Hybrid
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This master's program blends technology with manufacturing, engineering and communication. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles with skills in management strategies and green design.
English: English Teaching | Master’s | Online
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Offered entirely online, this master's program is designed for current and future educators interested in teaching middle or high school English, AP, two-year college, or dual-enrollment programs.
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English: Individualized Track | Master's | Hybrid
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Offered online or in a hybrid format, this program is for students interested in a general english master's degree. In addition to required courses, students select coursework to shape their degree.
English: Literary and Textual Studies | Master’s
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This flexible master's program provides a foundation in research methods and literary theory including critical race theory, deconstruction, feminism and gender studies, and more.
English: Professional Writing and Rhetoric | Master's | Online
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Offered entirely online, this master's program prepares students to become writers, editors, and writing instructors in various industries, including business, technology, and higher education.
English: Rhetoric and Writing Specialization | Doctorate
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This doctoral program prepares students for careers as rhetoric and composition faculty and administrators with coursework in rhetorical, cultural, empirical and digital approaches to writing.
Ethnic Studies | Certificate
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The Ethnic Studies Certificate provides in-depth studies of racial and ethnic studies, social relations, cultures and geographic spaces from a national and global perspective and the impact on shaping society.
European Studies | Master's
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A Master’s in European Studies provides students with expertise in the culture, politics, history and economy of Europe compared to North America and includes a study abroad experience.
Executive Master of Business Administration | Master's
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Bowling Green Business School’s Executive MBA has flexibility, well-ranked faculty, and the
learning you need to advance your career to the c-suite and beyond.
Executive Master of Organization Development | Master's
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Bowling Green business school’s Ohio-based executive master of organization development (EMOD) program develops in-demand leadership skills.
Financial Economics | Master's | Hybrid
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The Master of Financial Economics program combines experiential learning and academic rigor to develop advanced knowledge and skills in the financial, economic and banking sector.
Food & Nutrition | Certificate | Online
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This online certificate is popular among students pursuing graduate degree programs or allied health professionals who have an interest in advanced study of food and nutrition.
Food & Nutrition | Master's | Online
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This fully-online program is designed for students who have a bachelor's in a food, nutrition, or a related field and have previous coursework in biochemistry, anatomy and physiology and nutrition.
Food and Nutrition | Master’s
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The food and nutrition master's program focuses on health and disease, exercise science, public health and nutrition giving students skills in design and evaluation of nutrition programs and research.
Forensic Science | Master's
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This master's program provides students with skills in forensic biology and chemistry with an on-site BCI crime lab and investigation facility with authentic crime scenarios.
French for Professionals and Educators | Certificate
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This certificate program is designed to develop professional-grade French language skills and deepen cultural knowledge. Graduates acquire advanced intercultural competence.
Geology | Master's
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The master's in geology focuses on environmental geology, mineralogy, and paleontology along with field and lab work. Students develop skills for research, teaching, or working in industry.
Geospatial Technology | Certificate
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The Geospatial Technology Certificate provides graduate students with training in geospatial theory, research design, and related applications and meets M.S. degree requirements.
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German for Professionals and Educators | Certificate
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This certificate program provides students with a study abroad experience in Salzburg, a deeper cultural understanding and professional-level German language skills.
German | Master's
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This two-year master's program features a year of study at the University of Salzburg and options for tracks in literary and cultural studies, language and teaching or a dual degree track.
Gerontology | Master's
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This master's program provides students with advanced studies in gerontological research, adult development, kinesiology, health promotion and the policies related to successful aging.
Gerontology: Long-term Care Administration | Master's
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Online, NAB (HSE) accredited, Long-Term Care specialization with the BGSU Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Gerontology, includes AIT/internship hours.
Health Services Administration
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The Master of Health Services Administration (MHSA) degree prepares professionals for leadership positions in complex, rapidly changing structure and financing of healthcare and health service organizations.
Higher Education Administration | Doctorate
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This nationally recognized doctorate program enhances skills in higher education foundations, administration, ethical decision making, governance, and law for career advancement in higher education.
History for Professionals and Educators | Certificate
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This certificate is useful for individuals who have already earned a master's degree and want to meet State of Ohio requirements to teach survey-level college courses.
History | Master's
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This program is recommended for students who hope to continue studies beyond the master's degree. Students take both required and chosen coursework to customize studies.
Human Movement, Sport & Leisure Studies: Sport Administration | Master's
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This master's program provides training in a state-of-the art biomechanics and motor behavior laboratory, body composition testing facilities and offers neurogames to study the effects of concussions.
Human Movement, Sport and Leisure Studies: Kinesiology | Master's
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The master’s program emphasizes a broad base study of human movement. Students can select from a flexible coursework plan to accommodate a variety of interests and career goals.
Industrial-Organizational Psychology | Doctorate
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The I-O Psychology graduate program prepares students for careers as active contributors to the psychology of work through coursework, research, and applied projects.
Instructional Design | Certificate | Online
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This certificate includes four courses in a high-demand job market. This program can also be completed as the first part of the Master's of Education in Instructional Design and Technology degree.
Instructional Design and Technology | Master’s | Online
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This online master's program prepares graduates for leadership roles in teaching and training in all work sectors with learning theories, strategies, interventions, interactive learning, and more.
Integrative Design | Master's | Online
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BGSU’s Master of Design degree in integrative design trains you to tackle complex problems across multiple domains in flexible and resilient ways.
International/Intercultural Communications | Certificate
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This certificate program focuses on international and intercultural communication in the workplace, organizations, and media; particularly related to global communication and social change.
K-12 Online Teaching and Learning Graduate | Master’s | Online
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This online master's program is focused on innovative teaching and practices with optional stackable certificates in areas such as in assistive or computer technology, autism, and more.
Leadership Studies | Doctorate
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This program is designed for individuals with professional leadership experience and hold a graduate degree interested in faculty positions at colleges or universities or industry leadership roles.
Logistics Systems Engineering | Master's | Online
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The Master of Science in Logistic Systems Engineering (MS-LSE) blends business and engineering skills to solve logistic and systems engineering problems. It offers year-round open enrollment and can be completed online or in a hybrid format.
Mathematics for Professionals and Educators | Certificate
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This 18‐hour graduate‐level certificate program is designed for professionals and educators working in a mathematics field who seek to deepen and broaden their knowledge and skills.
Mathematics | Doctorate
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This program trains students in mathematics, statistics, and data science at the highest level of education with a wide range of analytical skills, research abilities and teaching strategies.
Mathematics | Master's
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The flexible program is designed for entry into the job market or for further study in mathematics, statistics, computer science, applied mathematics, operations research, economics or finance.
Mathematics: Statistics | Master's
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This master's program prepares graduates for positions in business, industry or government and combines mathematics and statistics with applied statistics and operations research.
Media and Communication | Doctorate
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This program balances teaching and research with a choice of three study tracks: critical media studies and rhetoric, interpersonal communication, or media audiences and processes.
Media and Communication | Master's
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This master's degree prepares students for a Ph.D. program and a career in academia with a generalist or specialized knowledge base, as well as tools for academic research and scholarship.
Media and Communication: International/Intercultural Communication | Master's
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In this Master of Arts degree specialization, students take coursework that provides theoretical and conceptual grounding concerning topics related to international and intercultural communication.
Media and Communication: Strategic Communication and Social Media | Master's | Online
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This 100% online program enhances credentials and knowledge of the latest communication/marketing trends for professionals working in corporations, nonprofit organizations and media companies.
Music Composition | Master's
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This program takes musicians’ skills to the next level to help them stand out, build networks and compose musical pieces for careers that change the environment of current American musical culture.
Music Education: Choral Music Education | Master's
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This master's degree program is part of one of the largest and most versatile music education departments in the country and trains students to become great choral music teachers.
Music Education: Comprehensive Music Education | Master's
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This program trains students to become great music teachers and educators through our rigorous curriculum based in scholarship, musicianship and teaching.
Music Education: Instrumental Music Education | Master's
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This master's degree program trains students to become great instrumental music teachers through our rigorous curriculum based in scholarship, musicianship and teaching.
Music Education: Teaching Artistry | Master's | Online
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This 100% online master's degree program may be completed in as little as 15 months and is designed for current teaching professionals to develop and gain skills into the profession.
Music Ethnomusicology | Master's
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Students explore music history, jazz, popular music and world music through studies of history, culture, analysis, styles, sources and genres, which prepares them for further work in ethnomusicology.
Music History | Master's
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This master’s program provides detailed work to prepare students for further work in musicology, including performance practice, notation and genres and specially designed topical seminars.
Music Performance: Choral Conducting | Master's
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This master’s degree program trains students in choral literature, score reading and analysis and conducting for choral ensembles.
Music Performance: Collaborative Piano | Master's
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This master's degree program expands pianists’ knowledge of repertoire and performance practice to prepare them to work with other artists, vocal and instrumental, as skilled accompanists.
Music Performance: Instrumental Performance | Master's
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Individual attention from an internationally acclaimed faculty helps students in this program develop and refine their instrumental performance skills to prepare them for careers in music performance.
Music Performance: Instrumental Specialist | Master's
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This master's degree instrumental specialization option consists of a concentration in a major instrument and at least two minor instruments within the brass, strings and woodwind areas.
Music Performance: Jazz Studies | Master's
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Advanced jazz students assume leadership roles with opportunities to mentor and be mentored, which helps prepare them to enter the professional arena as a player and educator.
Music Performance: Orchestral Conducting | Master's
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Students gain a range of instrumental repertoire from orchestra and chamber group to small ensemble or opera, and are prepared to pursue positions with esteemed ensembles and schools.
Music Performance: Piano Pedagogy | Master's
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BGSU’s keyboard program has an earned reputation for outstanding faculty and countless opportunities for students to build their pianistic artistry in a caring and nurturing environment.
Music Performance: Piano | Master's
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This program offers training in piano instruction, pedagogy, literature, ensemble and music history and provides ample opportunities to perform in solo recital and with ensembles.
Music Performance: Voice Science and Pedagogy | Master's
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This master’s program explores the proper use of voice as an art and a science to prepare students to be better vocal performers/voice teachers and to expand their career options.
Music Performance: Voice | Master's
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Students grow as musicians and as people and become the best singers they can be, through weekly lessons, master classes with studio teachers, workshops and recitals with visiting artists.
Music Theory | Master of Music
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Students learn to hone the scholarly, pedagogical and presentational skills necessary in a competitive academic environment toward building careers as music theorists, researchers and educators.
Music | Certificate
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This certificate program is designed for students pursuing studies in conducting, instrumental performance, vocal performance and composition with a focus on solo and ensemble skills.
Music | Doctorate
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This program focuses on the technical, aesthetic and philosophical aspects of creating and performing contemporary music in and out of the classroom to develop versatile composers and performers.
Music | Master's
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This master's program prepares musicians with advanced skills in six areas: composition, ethnomusicology, music education, music history, performance and music theory.
Doctorate in Organization Development & Change | Business
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Bowling Green State University’s Doctorate in Organization Development & Change is Designed for executives, management leaders, and agents of community change.
Performance in Theatre and Film | Certificate
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Students explore the histories, theories, and practices of performance studies including performance as a reflection of society, challenges to social structures, and more.
Philosophy (Applied) | Doctorate
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Students in this doctorate program explore historical and contemporary philosophical text, master philosophical concepts and methods, evaluate philosophical arguments and defend research.
Philosophy | Master’s
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This master's program prepares students to evaluate philosophical arguments, formulate research questions, master philosophical concepts and methods, and develop original research.
Photochemical Sciences | Doctorate
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This world-renowned program offers students the opportunity to perform cutting-edge research with internationally recognized faculty that addresses critical environmental and energy problems.
Physical Therapy | Doctorate
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The BGSU Doctor of Physical Therapy is Ohio’s first and only public, hybrid (online and in-person), accelerated DPT program –24 months, no GRE required.
Physics & Astronomy | Master's
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This program covers the study of astrophysics, computational physics, theoretical physics, solid state physics and materials science. Students present a professional talk on a research project.
Political Science (German and Political Science) | Master’s
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The dual master's program includes study abroad at the University of Salzburg and prepares students for business and government jobs that require expertise in culture, history and politics.
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Political Science for Professionals and Educators | Certificate
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This certificate provides advanced study for educators who need to remain current in their teaching domains and require graduate credits to teach advanced secondary and dual enrollment courses.
Popular Culture | Master’s
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This program allows students to choose an academic focus in popular culture in areas such anthropology, folklore, music, ethnic studies, media studies, ethnomusicology, and more.
Psychology: Neural and Cognitive Sciences | Doctorate
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The neural and cognitive sciences graduate degree program includes two broad focus areas: neuroscience and cognitive science/social psychology.
Public Administration | Master's
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The Master of Public Administration (MPA) is the professional degree for individuals preparing for leadership roles in public service such as working in a non-profit, for government or higher education.
Public History | Certificate
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The certificate in Public History focuses on historical museum management, museology, local history, archival administration, and preservation and includes an internship.
Quality Systems | Certificate | Online
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A Quality Systems Certificate includes online courses in quality systems and helps advance careers in quality, engineering, continual improvement and management roles in a variety of industries.
Quality Systems | Master's
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Students gain skills as leaders and managers utilizing applied research and team-based technical projects in an online environment emphasizing lean and six sigma methods.
Quality Systems | Master's | Online
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This fully online master's degree program prepares students for management positions through applied research and team-based technical projects emphasizing lean and six sigma methods.
Reading Endorsement | Certificate
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This on-campus certificate allows students to teach reading from K to grade 12. Students earn the Ohio Reading Endorsement and complete part one of the M.Ed. in Reading Program.
Reading Endorsement | Certificate | Online
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This fully online program is designed for students who wish to focus on positions as reading teachers at all grade levels and with all students. Graduates earn the Ohio Reading Endorsement.
Reading | Master's | Online
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This online program is designed for educators aspiring to improve their knowledge, skills and dispositions relative to literacy development across the grades, from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Reading | Master’s
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This master's program trains educators to provide specialized reading and writing instruction, literacy intervention in classrooms and clinical settings, and to diagnose literacy behavior.
Research and Assessment of Higher Education College Personnel | Certificate
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This certificate in Research and Assessment of Higher Education College Personnel program prepares graduates for student affairs careers with theory-based coursework.
School Counseling | Master’s
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This master's degree program is approved by the Ohio Department of Education, which indicates that graduates of this program have met the academic requirements for school counselor licensure in Ohio.
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Social Work | Master’s
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Graduates are prepared for advanced practice and leadership in work with individuals, small groups, communities, older adults, their families, and service providers.
Social and Interactive Media | Certificate
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This certificate provides advanced learning in audience research, media programming, electronic surveillance and privacy, organizational communication and more.
Sociology | Doctorate
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Students achieve competence in theory, research methods, and statistics and choose one of four program areas: criminology, demography, family studies, or social psychology.
Sociology | Master’s
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BGSU's top ranked applied demography program has high research productivity and superior student outcomes, with graduates working in variety of service, government, or business settings.
Spanish for Professionals and Educators | Certificate
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The 18-credit Spanish certificate program offers coursework in-person and online for students, working professionals and educators to advance their content knowledge and language skills in Spanish.
Spanish for Professionals and Educators | Certificate | Online
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The 18-credit Spanish certificate program is available online for in-state and out-of-state students, working professionals and educators to advance content knowledge and Spanish communication skills.
Spanish | Master’s
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Students learn to communicate complex ideas in Spanish about Hispanic linguistics, literature and cultures to prepare for professional careers, teaching opportunities, doctoral studies, and more.
Special Education | Master’s
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Graduates gain skills to be leaders and advocates for persons with disabilities with specializations in Applied Behavior Analysis, Assistive Technology, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Secondary Transition.
Special Education: Applied Behavior Analysis | Master's | Online
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This online program prepares graduates for careers working with children, adolescents and adults who have behavioral challenges in a variety of educational, health care and private practice settings.
Special Education: Assistive Technology | Master's | Online
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This online master's program prepares teachers and professionals to support individuals with disabilities to participate more fully in their homes, schools and communities with assistive technology.
Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorders | Master's | Online
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This online program equips educators, psychologists, therapists, medical personnel and speech and language pathologists with knowledge of advanced educational methods for individuals with autism.
Special Education: Secondary Transition | Master's | Online
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Graduates of this fully online master's program are prepared to assume leadership roles in transition education and services within school and community settings.
Statistics | Doctorate
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Students with a master's degree in statistics, mathematics, or closely related area are eligible for the Ph.D. program which includes the completion of the Qualifying and Preliminary Exams.
Strategic Communications | Certificate
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Designed for professionals looking to boost their resume and credentials, coursework is focused on up-to-date information about media, public relations, and advertising in the modern workplace.
Teacher Education: Adolescent/Young Adult Math | Master's
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The Master of Education in Teacher Education is a 15-month initial licensure program program that prepares graduates to become educators in mathematics for grades 7-12.
Teacher Education: Adolescent/Young Adult Science | Master's
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The Master of Education in Teacher Education is a 15-month initial licensure program program that prepares graduates to become educators in integrated science for grades 7-12.
Teacher Education: World Languages | Master's
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This Master of Education in Teacher Education degree is an initial licensure program with coursework in analysis, research and theory based application, and the evaluation of instructional methods.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages | Certificate | Hybrid
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Current and future teachers gain the technical information about linguistics, language pedagogy and the structure of English needed to work in second language settings.
Technical Writing | Certificate | Online
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Working professionals develop skills through coursework focused on planning, managing and editing professional documents for careers in technical writing for government, business and nonprofits.
Technology Management | Doctorate
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The web-based program is delivered in cooperation with five other nationally-accredited universities and is designed to meet the needs of today's technical professionals.
Technology Management | Master’s
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The master's program offers three specializations: construction management, engineering technology, and quality systems to prepares graduates for in-demand, emerging job markets.
Theatre | Doctorate
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Graduates are prepared for original research, teaching, or work in advanced theatre production with an understanding of theatre performance history, and disciplinary and interdisciplinary theories.
Theatre | Master’s
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Students pursue either a thesis or portfolio track, completing coursework in theatre and performance history, theory, criticism, and research methods and their application to work in theater.
Transition to Work Endorsement | Certificate | Online
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This 15-credit-hour online program prepares secondary educators and rehabilitation professionals to support youth with disabilities as they pursue college, careers and community membership.
Women’s Studies | Certificate
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The certificate may be pursued as an area of concentration within a graduate degree program at BGSU, or as a stand-alone credential for professionals focused on the advocacy and well being of women.
Workforce Education and Development | Certificate | Online
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The online certificate is for Career Tech licensure preparation for persons already hired by school districts and who came directly from industry or have non-CT teacher licensure in another area.
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