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  MBA

  Prepare for executive leadership or take the next step toward your doctorate.

  The Master of Business Administration program's goal is to develop current and future leaders for service in business, industry and government. Students looking to teach at the college level or to earn their doctorate degree will also benefit from the program.

  The MBA program teaches decision making, leadership and problem solving skills. Students also examine the role and responsibility of business in society. Courses are taught through online and face-to-face instruction. The program can be completed within 24 months or up to seven years if a student wishes to progress more slowly. To apply, complete the graduate application and send an official transcript of previous academic work. Students will also need to submit two letters of recommendation, a resume, a statement of purpose and GMAT scores.

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  MPA

  Invest the time necessary to put three coveted letters behind your name—CPA.

  Gain the skills, knowledge and credits necessary to earn a CPA license through USD's Master of Professional Accountancy degree. Completing the professional graduate program will equip participants for careers in public accounting, industry and government.

  The purpose of the MPA program is to develop the ability to interpret and produce accounting information and develop professional competence. The program also fulfills the 150-hours required by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to sit for the Uniform CPA Examination.

  To ensure that all MPA students understand business fundamentals, prerequisite business coursework is required. Undergraduate students majoring in accounting or business may have fulfilled some of the prerequisites.

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  Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences

  Explore the healthcare field and discover the specialty that fits you.

  As the only state institution to offer a Health Sciences major, USD is excited to continue to excel in health-related education. This degree provides flexible options allowing students to develop the knowledge, values and interpersonal skills necessary in a variety of health-related careers.

  Current healthcare professionals can also pursue a health sciences degree to advance their careers and add another dimension of healthcare knowledge and expertise to the resume.

  After completing the program, students will be prepared for specific health profession graduate programs or entry-level employment in health care. Students will also possess the educational mobility necessary to advance academically.

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  Bachelor of Business Administration

  Learn how to succeed in today's dynamic marketplace.

  University Center offers the expertise of USD's Beacom School of Business in Sioux Falls. A degree in Business Administration from an institution accredited by AACSB International, the highest standard of achievement for business schools, will give you the leadership, knowledge and experience necessary to reach your career goals. The Business Administration degree is divided into five program areas including Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management and Marketing.

  Accounting- Accounting is essential in every sector from civic organizations to non-profits to Fortune 500 companies. Accounting students will learn to think critically, exchange ideas and understand regulations in earning their degree. General accounting, audit, tax, financial planning and management consulting skills will be taught to students.

  Economics- Exploring how choice and decision affect business markets is the focus of USD's Economics emphasis. Students will learn to weigh costs and benefits in legal, industrial, financial, governmental and educational settings. Pursing this degree could lead to careers such as a state and federal government economist, city or urban planner or an economic planner.

  Finance- Business decisions often hinge on the numbers, and students completing a finance degree will be able to interpret information and guide important decisions in their organizations. The finance emphasis will allow students to explore corporate finance, investments, financial planning, portfolio management, banking and mergers and acquisitions. Insurance, real estate, security analysis and international finance will also be covered.

  Management- Completing a management emphasis at USD will help students learn how to capitalize on a company's greatest asset – people. Learning the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage employees will be vital to the success of your organization.

  Marketing- Students pursuing a marketing emphasis will learn to manage customer relationships. They will gain the skills necessary to create new products, research customer behavior along with promoting, pricing and distributing products and services.

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  B.A / B.S. in Criminal Justice

  Receive the training needed to join an ever growing career field.

  Did you know that the demand for private detectives and investigators in South Dakota will increase by 50 percent through 2018?* USD is proud to offer a B.A/B.S. in Criminal Justice that can now be completed in its entirety at University Center—Sioux Falls! A degree in Criminal Justice will prepare students for a large number of careers in local, state, federal, and private sector law enforcement.

  The Criminal Justice Studies program is an interdisciplinary study of crime and justice in our society and emphasizes the key components of police, courts, corrections, and juvenile justice in the criminal justice processes of the local, state, and federal governments. Beyond the basic required courses, students can pursue advanced courses in many areas, including the historical, international, social science and legal facets of criminal justice studies.

  As a unit within The University of South Dakota's College of Arts and Sciences, the Criminal Justice Studies program aims to provide instruction that will cultivate a liberal education. The program attempts to realize four major objectives: to provide qualified personnel for all segments of the criminal justice system; to improve the competencies and professional status of existing criminal justice personnel, as well as provide research and educational assistance to criminal justice agencies; to build a foundation for responsible citizenship by creating a better public understanding of the criminal justice system; and to provide a comprehensive education for graduates who choose to pursue master's, doctoral, and law degrees after graduation.

  *Source: South Dakota Department of Labor

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