Master of Professional Studies in Paralegal Studies - The George Washington University proudly offers its accredited, prestigious Master’s in Paralegal Studies on-campus program in an online format designed specifically for busy professionals like you. The program provides the education, knowledge, and skills that all paralegals must master to work in the legal field. The curriculum is built to offer paralegals a broad base of legal fundamentals, as well as deep understanding of all three legal specialties: government law, intellectual property law, and international law.
The 32-credit GW Master's Degree in Paralegal Studies curriculum reflects the competency and skill requirements of law firms, government agencies, and corporations that offer the majority of employment opportunities. Courses balance theoretical, philosophical, and historical study of law with practical applications of communication, analysis, ethics, and legal technology skills. Outstanding lawyers teach courses designed in conjunction with the legal, government, business, financial, and international communities.
Master of Professional Studies in Political Management - The online Master of Professional Studies degree in Political Management at The George Washington University's Graduate School of Political Management provides aspiring and veteran political professionals with a new perspective on how to positively influence the political process at the national, state, and local levels. By going beyond theory with a curriculum that teaches the practical application of politics today, this master's degree will give you hands-on experience that will boost your political career. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of campaign management, lobbying and government relations, issues management and advocacy, fundraising, corporate and trade association public affairs, polling and strategic research techniques, and political leadership.
Master of Professional Studies in Strategic Public Relations - The online Master of Professional Studies degree in Strategic Public Relations at The George Washington University's Graduate School of Political Management will position you to excel in this challenging profession by integrating core public relations skills and the practical application of strategic thinking. The program delves deeply into the underpinnings of the field and applied communications, ethics, research, public policy, politics, and the emerging demands of new media. The curriculum is particularly relevant to public relations professionals who work in the public policy arena, the political arena, in PR firms, and corporate and non-profit PR departments.
Master of Arts in Educational Technology Leadership - The innovative online Master of Arts and Graduate Certificates in Educational Technology Leadership (ETL) program at The George Washington University (GW) prepares individuals for leadership roles in improving teaching and learning the application of educational technologies used in K-12 schools, higher education institutions, corporations, organizations, associations, governments and foundations.
The George Washington University does not distinguish between distance and face-to-face degrees. Therefore, the diploma or certificate you receive from the ETL program is equivalent to those received from other face-to-face programs at GW. GW is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, which defines, maintains, and promotes educational excellence.
The master’s degree consists of 36 credit hours with an extensive focus on all areas of educational technology leadership, while each graduate certificate is 18 credit hours and focuses on one aspect of the field. The following graduate certificates offered at GW are:
- Graduate Certificate in E-Learning
- Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design
- Graduate Certificate in Multimedia Development
- Graduate Certificate in Training and Educational Technology
- Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Educational Technology
- Graduate Certificate in Integrating Technology into Education
MBA in Healthcare - The George Washington University two-year online Healthcare MBA is immersed in values, rigorous in theory, and experiential in practice and is based on the concepts of ethics, global business, and leadership. Designed for working professionals, you will learn the fundamentals of business and management from the 23 seven-week core classes so you can take on more responsibilities and expand or diversify your business knowledge. You will also find value in 12 elective classes which provide you with the flexibility to take only the classes that fit your personal and professional objectives. Choose from electives such as management of acute care hospitals, physician practice management, managing the skilled nursing facilities, and so much more. In addition, this program is not offered on-campus and is only available in an online format.
GW School of Business is fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) and offers an excellent education in business and management. Our international business, finance, and entrepreneurship/small business departments are renowned. GW is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, which defines, maintains, and promotes educational excellence.