Online Professional Studies Degree Programs
A professional studies program that aligns with your career goals.
Use your accomplishments, work experience, and transfer credit to help advance your career and personal goals. Purdue Global’s professional studies programs offer customizable degree paths that can prepare you for a competitive edge in the workforce, setting you up for roles in business, IT, government, non-profit centers, legal environments, the military, and more. And because your classes are 100% online, it’s easy to create a study schedule that fits within your life.
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Which Professional Studies Program Is Right for You?
Aviation
Prepare for supervisory positions in the aviation industry with a BS in Aviation Management. Develop specialized knowledge of the field and enhance your business, leadership, and communication skills.
In this program, you'll develop a strong foundational knowledge of professional flight, including aviation law, airspace management, and commercial air transportation. You'll also study the principles and concepts of aviation safety.
Business
Focus on accounting theories and principles, learn to communicate effectively and network with people from all walks of business and prepare for a variety of entry-level opportunities.
Focus on theories and principles relevant to the functions in business and management and prepare to establish your position in a wide range of fields.
- Business
- Customer Service
- Entrepreneurship
- Hospitality and Tourism Services
- Information Processing
- Office Management
- Retail Management
- Sales
- Small Business Management
- Small Group Management
- Sport Entertainment Management
Courses cover accounting principles including new tax laws, financial statements, balance sheets, asset management, inventory analysis accounting software and cost-volume-profit analysis.
- Business Intelligence
- Tax Accountancy
- Managerial Accountancy
- Forensic Accountancy
- Public Accountancy
Get ahead in Industry 4.0 with the latest tools and industry best practices on your side. This program builds your expertise with advanced technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things, 3D printing, robotics, and more.
Prepare for managerial roles in the global supply chain industry. Learn the tools of trade, including supply chain software, build leadership skills, and prepare to navigate the complexities of an international field.
Gain the knowledge, technical skills, and decision-making abilities to prepare for a wide range of career paths. Gain more control over how you learn with ExcelTrack®, our competency-based option.
- Aviation Management
- Business Development
- Construction Management
- Financial Analysis
- Digital and Social Media Management
- FinTech
- Global Marketing Management
- Hospitality Sustainability
- Human Resources
- Information System Management
- Management
- Procurement
- Project Management
- Real Estate
- Sport Entertainment Management
- Supply Chain Management and Logistics
- Wealth Management and Financial Planning
Earn the same BS in Business Administration degree, but faster and for less tuition. If you have a lot of college credit or experience in the field, and are motivated to learn independently, choose our self-paced ExcelTrack® option.
Gain knowledge in areas such as fiscal planning, corporate finance, banking, economic markets and investment management, and learn practical techniques by solving real-world financial problems.
- General Finance
- FinTech
- Real Estate
- Wealth Management and Financial Planning
What Are the Admissions Requirements?
To get started as a Purdue Global student, you must meet certain academic requirements and complete an enrollment application. Here’s what you’ll need to begin:
Admissions for Undergraduate Programs
- General Education Development (GED) or high school diploma for associate’s and bachelor’s degrees
For Graduate Programs and Certificates
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for master's degrees and certificate programs
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Understanding Your Investment
How long? How much? These are important questions! Try our online Calculator to estimate when you’ll finish and see how your prior credits and experience can save you time and money.
Ready to Enroll?
Purdue Global makes the process easy. You can apply online today (self-guided) or contact us to walk you through the process.
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