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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Online Professional Studies Programs

We offer the associate’s and bachelor’s professional studies programs in two separate online pathways: an independent, self-paced study program and a traditional term-based program option. We also offer a customizable graduate degree in professional studies and a diversity, equity, and inclusivity graduate certificate.

Associate of Science in Professional Studies

Prepare for entry-level roles working in project management, operations, strategic planning, and more. You'll complete an Individualized Learning Plan that aligns with your goals, focusing on fundamental concepts in a specific field of interest.

CONCENTRATIONS
    COURSE EFFORT
    15–18 hrs/week
    CREDITS REQUIRED
    90
    AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETE
    2 years
    Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies

    Build your own open bachelors degree for the career you want. Youll complete an Individualized Learning Plan (IDP) that aligns with your goals, with coursework that focuses on long- and short-term plans for success in the workplace.

    CONCENTRATIONS
    • Organizational/Industrial Psychology
    • Leadership
    • Supply Chain Logistics
    COURSE EFFORT
    15–18 hrs/week
    CREDITS REQUIRED
    180
    AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETE
    4 years
    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Graduate Certificate

    Gain the skills to lead inclusively, elevate equity, and promote diversity within organizations.

    CONCENTRATIONS
      COURSE EFFORT
      15–18 hrs/week
      CREDITS REQUIRED
      25
      AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETE
      8 months
      Master of Professional Studies

      Develop advanced skills in up to three focus areas and increase your marketability in the workforce. Youll complete an Individualized Learning Plan (IDP) that aligns with your goals, with coursework in global communication, data literacy, and more.

      CONCENTRATIONS
      • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity
      COURSE EFFORT
      15 hrs/week
      CREDITS REQUIRED
      50–52
      AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETE
      1 year
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      Online Degree Pathways

      Purdue Global offers two flexible pathways to obtain your associate or bachelor’s degree in professional studies:

      Traditional Term-Based Option Independent Self-Study Option
      Progress through your associate's or bachelor's degree on scheduled terms at Purdue Global Self-paced until the last course (capstone) of your bachelor's degree
      Earn credit by passing Purdue Global courses Earn credit by passing Assessments of Skills and Knowledge (ASKs)
      Choose eligible instructor-led courses that align with your Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) Choose from the list of ASKs that align with your Individualized Learning Plan (ILP)
      Tuition based on per-credit-hour pricing Monthly tuition fee, ASK fees, and tuition for the capstone course
      Eligible for financial and military aid for those who qualify Cash only
      Outstanding loans may be deferred Outstanding loans cannot be deferred

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      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

      Admissions for Graduate Programs

      • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university for master’s degrees and certificate programs

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      Explore the benefits of advancing your career through online learning and choose the program that best suits your needs. 

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      Graduate Programs

      Explore the benefits of earning your master's in professional studies at Purdue Global.

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      Certificate Programs

      How can a Purdue Global certificate in diversity, equity, and inclusivity keep you competitive?

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      NOTES AND CONDITIONS

      Credit for Prior Learning: Purdue Global does not guarantee transferability of credit from any of these sources. See the University Catalog for the Prior Learning policy.

      Employment or Career Advancement: Purdue Global does not guarantee employment placement or career advancement. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and opportunities for employment. Additional training or certification may be required. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions.

      Financial Aid: Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Eligibility is based on U.S. Department of Education criteria and is determined from data submitted on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students may also be required to submit supporting documentation as part of a verification process to determine eligibility for financial aid. Subscription-based program models are not eligible for Title IV federal financial aid.