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Benedictine Online is a Leader in Excellence

Benedictine University ranked in the top-30 among schools in the Midwest, according to US News & World Report®.

Benedictine University, a top-tier university, was founded more than 120 years ago with a philosophy of educating the whole person. Our programs are built upon a rich history and tradition of excellence in education.
We offer small class sizes and the personal attention expected of a private university, and our high quality online programs provide you the flexibility to complete your MBA or MPH around busy work and personal schedules.
Online Master's Degrees:
MS in Management and Organizational Behavior (MOB)
The Master of Science in Management and Organizational Behavior (MSMOB) Program at Benedictine University prepares you to differentiate yourself from other managers in the workplace.

Designed to offer a unique academic experience relative to other management degrees, the MSMOB gives you the knowledge, skills, and insight to achieve bottom line results by effectively leading, managing and motivating your company’s most valuable asset; People.

Through our MS in Management and Organizational Behavior degree, you will gain a working knowledge of the “human side” of enterprise, including human capital, global interdependence, and the behavioral aspects of managing change.

Recognized by the Organizational Development Network as one of the nation’s top programs in Organizational Development, you will graduate from this program with the fundamental skills and leading edge concepts to change and lead organizations in a rapidly changing, global business environment.

Master of Education (MEd) in Reading and Literacy
Reading and literacy has become a specialized field and the demand for certified reading specialists continues to increase.

Benedictine University's Master of Education online Reading and Literacy concentration is a fully accredited program designed for current and future educators.

Our Master of Education online seeks to nurture an understanding of teachers as researchers who use both formal and informal inquiries to answer both theoretical and practical questions.

In this progressive program, you will learn how to design an instructional curriculum that develops and assesses a student's literacy capability, regardless of the student’s challenges.

Experiences in this program are truly meaningful and connected to real issues teachers encounter every day in the classroom.

Master of Business Administration - Accounting
Benedictine University offers an Accounting concentration as an option in our distinguished online MBA program. An understanding of accounting combined with a business background will be in demand as organizations face increased audits and scrutiny of their finances and accounting practices. Holders of an MBA with a concentration in Accounting work as corporate accountants, internal auditors, cash managers, and controllers for many different types of organizations. They also enjoy greater job security, as an understanding of this specialized area is valuable even during economic downturns. The curriculum is made of 13 courses plus three concentration courses, for a total of 64 credit hours.

Online Doctor's Degrees:
Doctor of Education in Higher Education and Organizational Change
The Benedictine University Doctor of Education in Higher Education and Organizational Change (Ed.D.) program is intended for practicing professionals who wish to accelerate their career paths or who seek to join the higher education community as university, college or community college administrators. The program also prepares students for management positions in public and private educational agencies and associations. Studies emphasize leadership for educational and organizational improvement.

The program provides both the perspective and the tools to anticipate and lead change in higher education. Coursework is topical in nature, interdisciplinary in focus and grounded in an inquiry-driven methodology characterized by critical thinking, analysis and self-reflection. The program readies students for the rigors and challenges of developing and implementing strategic plans, improving learning, managing resources, leading personnel, implementing policy and orchestrating change within an organization.

Why Choose Benedictine University Online?

* We have voluntarily frozen tuition at 2008-2009 rates for the 2009-2010 academic year. While other schools are implementing tuition increases and higher fees, Benedictine University remains focused on our students.
* Convenience: Access your coursework anywhere via an easy-to-use, online platform enhanced by outstanding 24 x 7 technical support.
* 100% Online: Complete your master's degree entirely online. There are no residency requirements.
* Affordable: We offer affordable tuition and generous financial aid programs.
* Interactive: Interact fully with your professors and other students in our unique virtual-classroom setting.
* Transformative: Our graduates are prepared for a lifetime as respected, informed, and responsible citizens and leaders in the world community.

Benedictine University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC)*, the Illinois State Board of Education**, the National League for Nursing***, and the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of The American Dietetic Association****.

*Higher Learning Commission, 30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504, (800) 621-7440; (312) 263-0456; Fax: (312) 263-7462. ** Illinois State Board of Education, 100 N. 1st Street, Springfield, IL 62777, (866) 262-6663; (217) 782-4321. ***NLN, 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006, (800) 669-1656; fax (212) 812-0393. ****ADA, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, Illinois 60606-6995, (800) 877-1600.