Franciscan University Expands Online Degree Offerings
FREE Catholic Classes
September 09, 2013 - 11:07 PDT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA ADVISORY
STEUBENVILLE, OH (September 9, 2013) - Taking a major step forward with its online master's degree offerings, Franciscan University of Steubenville is now accepting candidates for its Online Master of Business Administration Program.
"The Online MBA brings the Franciscan University classroom to people who lead busy lives and maybe can't afford to move their family to the Ohio Valley," says Dr. Michael Welker, chair of the Business Department.
In addition to the educational components that characterize a comprehensive MBA, the Franciscan University Online MBA is unique among its peers due to its "virtuous and faith-based approach, grounded in Catholic principles," says Welker.
"The common sentiment is that God doesn't care about business, that it's OK to lead a divided life, which leads to corruption. In Franciscan's Online MBA, business ethics will be overtly woven into every course. The professors will convey Catholic social teaching, from the City of God by St. Augustine to Thomas Aquinas' Treatise on Happiness, and the social doctrine from Pope Leo XIII to Pope Francis. The strategic vision of the program is that God calls us to business in order to participate in his creative and redemptive work that leads to the flourishing of humanity."
Franciscan's online courses engage the learners through use of Web 2.0 tools, such as vodcasts, podcasts, wikis, blogs, and other digital tools. Using the Blackboard Learning Management System, students also engage with one another and the professor through online discussion forums, student-created blogs or presentations, and occasional live online sessions using Blackboard Collaborate, where students experience a live presentation from the professor or another expert in the field and can ask questions.
We ask you, humbly: don't scroll away.
Hi readers, it seems you use Catholic Online a lot; that's great! It's a little awkward to ask, but we need your help. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. We're not salespeople, but we depend on donations averaging $14.76 and fewer than 1% of readers give. If you donate just $5.00, the price of your coffee, Catholic Online School could keep thriving. Thank you.Help Now >
The Online MBA requires the completion of 37 credit hours, which are offered in eight-week increments. This fall, five MBA classes are offered: Business Ethics & the Law; Managerial Accounting; Production & Operations Management; International Business; and Buyer Behavior.
In the summer of 2011, Franciscan University launched its first online program, the Master of Science in Education. The program uses a media-rich online learning environment to give K-12 educators the methodologies they need to become successful online educators themselves.
Dr. Charles Joyce, director of Franciscan University's MS education programs, says the cyber learning component also benefits a teacher working at a brick and mortar institution.
"Today's students are media savvy. They are digital natives and are connected to technology constantly. The Online MSEd gives educators skills and instructional delivery methodologies that match the learning styles of the 21st-century learner," he says.
Completion of the Online MSEd can also lead to an administrative licensure and opportunities to secure state-approved endorsements from Franciscan University, thus providing educators with more career options.
In fall 2014, Franciscan University expects to begin offering an online Master of Arts in Catechetics and Evangelization. The program will draw upon the international reputation of Franciscan University's graduate and undergraduate theology and catechetics programs, which are known for their depth of content and adherence to the teaching authority of the Church.
The Online MA in catechetics will also engage busy adults through the use of Web 2.0 tools to both learn the material and collaborate with professors, experts in the field, and one another.
To further enhance the engagement and collaboration, students in this program will participate in short on-campus residencies during their studies. Franciscan University sees this program responding directly to St. Francis of Assisi's call to "rebuild Christ's Church" through making Franciscan's uniquely dynamic and orthodox Catechetics Program available to catechists across the country and even around the world.
The Online MBA and MSEd programs are accredited by the North Central Higher Learning Commission and the Ohio Board of Regents and adhere to the same rigorous academic standards of all Franciscan University academic programs. For more information on any of Franciscan's online programs, call 800-783-6220, email online@franciscan.edu, or visit www.franciscanuniversityonline.com.
Contact
Franciscan University of Steubenville
http://www.franciscan.edu
OH, 43952 US
Tom Sofio - Associate Director of Public Relations,
Keywords
Franciscan University, online degree
Category
Catholic Schools & Religious Education
Hi readers, it seems you use Catholic Online a lot; that's great! It's a little awkward to ask, but we need your help. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. We're not salespeople, but we depend on donations averaging $14.76 and fewer than 1% of readers give. If you donate just $5.00, the price of your coffee, Catholic Online School could keep thriving. Thank you. Help Now >
More Catholic PRWire
Showing 1 - 50 of 7,177
When Pope Francis Arrives in North America, There is Only One Network to Watch: EWTN Global Catholic
EWTN Global Catholic Network
September 16, 2015 - 5:17 PDT
GHIRELLI'S WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES ROSARIES NOW AVAILABLE
The Word Out | Marketing For Catholics
September 11, 2015 - 11:44 PDT
The Synod on the Family: Addressing the Instrumentum Laboris
Franciscan University of Steubenville
September 11, 2015 - 10:26 PDT
OCP Artist, Pedro Rubalcava, Writes Song for Pope Francis' Visit
OCP (Oregon Catholic Press)
September 10, 2015 - 2:50 PDT
Pre-Synod Conference unites Cardinals and men and women living with homosexual tendencies
September 09, 2015 - 2:58 PDT
The Rigging of a Vatican Synod
September 02, 2015 - 3:44 PDT
17 Cardinals and Counting
August 31, 2015 - 3:38 PDT
19th Annual Carnival Announced for St. Ann's Parish
August 28, 2015 - 9:20 PDT
The John Paul II International Film Festival Marks Its Five-Year Anniversary
August 27, 2015 - 6:09 PDT
OCP Pledges to Support the V Encuentro
OCP (Oregon Catholic Press)
August 27, 2015 - 2:51 PDT
Thu, Sept 24, 2015- Mass & Healing Service with Fr. Angelos Sebastian Our Lady of Grace Catholic Chu
August 26, 2015 - 4:03 PDT
Grief, Death, Eternal Life Explored in New Catholic Title by PBM
Pauline Books & Media
August 25, 2015 - 3:55 PDT
How do we live the truth in love when the culture says we're haters?
August 25, 2015 - 9:52 PDT
Right Next to Disneyland: Theater Meets Faith
Saint Luke Productions
August 19, 2015 - 1:29 PDT
OCP Parish Grant Program to Distribute $200,000 to U.S. Parishes
OCP (Oregon Catholic Press)
August 18, 2015 - 1:23 PDT
Franciscan University Joins With UK School to Offer Online Master of Catechetics Degree
Franciscan University of Steubenville
August 05, 2015 - 2:20 PDT
CONOR GALLAGHER NAMED PUBLISHER OF TAN BOOKS AND SAINT BENEDICT PRESS
Saint Benedict Press & TAN Books
July 20, 2015 - 12:49 PDT
Thérčse Drama Surprises Audiences
Saint Luke Productions
July 16, 2015 - 12:35 PDT
Catholic Press Association Honors Liguori
Liguori Publications
July 10, 2015 - 8:29 PDT
Crosier Order elects master general and councilors
June 26, 2015 - 2:06 PDT
World Library Publications Honored With Three Paul Revere Awards
World Library Publications
June 23, 2015 - 4:11 PDT
Indie Catholic Authors June Ebook Sale Offers the Faithful 17 Books Outside the Mainstream
Four Waters press
June 23, 2015 - 12:10 PDT
Limitless Love in Action: First Steubenville Youth Conference Inspires Teens to Bring the Fire Home
Franciscan University of Steubenville
June 18, 2015 - 2:03 PDT
Franciscan University of Steubenville Athletic Director Enshrined in Sports Faith Hall of Fame
Franciscan University of Steubenville
May 29, 2015 - 1:53 PDT
AWARD-WINNING CATHOLIC AUTHORS TEAM-UP TO PROMOTE HEALING THROUGH FORGIVENESS
Pauline Books & Media
May 27, 2015 - 12:32 PDT
NY CONCERT FOR NEPAL 5/31
May 27, 2015 - 1:22 PDT
Who's responsible for designing the designer?
May 19, 2015 - 11:12 PDT
Thu, Jun 11, 2015- Mass & Healing Service with Fr. Bill Adams at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church
May 13, 2015 - 4:21 PDT
Your search for true happiness is over
May 05, 2015 - 1:22 PDT
ValLimar Jansen's latest album "a soulful experience"
OCP (Oregon Catholic Press)
April 30, 2015 - 1:33 PDT
Uncovering the roots (and branches) of the greatest revolution in the American Catholic Church
April 28, 2015 - 9:45 PDT
NYC May 8, 2015 Spring Fling Catholic Singles Mingle Fundraiser
The Catholic Fellowship
April 18, 2015 - 9:07 PDT
Thank A Nun Day
Image Books/Random House
April 15, 2015 - 12:32 PDT
#TweetingwGod dares young people to believe
April 14, 2015 - 9:54 PDT
Experience Beloved: Finding happiness in marriage
April 13, 2015 - 1:27 PDT
Archbishop Aquila, Dr. Edward Sri and other experts to participate in 'Beloved' telepress conference
April 07, 2015 - 4:51 PDT
Nobis Media, Marketing & Web Development Company
April 01, 2015 - 5:49 PDT
Catholic toymaker puts Faith in hands and mouths of babies: Pope Francis doll added to line of toys
The Word Out | Marketing For Catholics
April 01, 2015 - 3:48 PDT
Concert Series Concludes with Winthrop University World Percussion Ensemble
April 01, 2015 - 2:48 PDT
Birth Choice Health Clinics Announces Transition to Obria Medical Clinics and Plans for Expansion
March 28, 2015 - 10:43 PDT
OCP releases expanded edition of Mass of the Sacred Heart
OCP (Oregon Catholic Press)
March 24, 2015 - 4:43 PDT
Archbishop Aquila, Dr. Edward Sri and other experts participate in 'Beloved' tele-press conference
March 21, 2015 - 11:57 PDT
Priest and Seminarian Join National Three-Point Contest to Benefit Marriage Ministry
Paradisus Dei
March 13, 2015 - 10:20 PDT
Shroud of Turin Exhibit At Holy Spirit Brighton
Holy Spirit Catholic Church and School
March 12, 2015 - 3:58 PDT
Flor y Canto campaign invites the Hispanic community to share their stories
OCP (Oregon Catholic Press)
March 11, 2015 - 4:40 PDT
Crisis Pregnancy Center Dream Becoming Reality
TRFC Inc.
March 10, 2015 - 6:36 PDT
Crisis Pregnancy Center Dream Becoming Reality
TRFC Inc.
March 09, 2015 - 7:04 PDT
Join RealOptions 2015 Walk for Life and 5K Run!
RealOptions Pregnancy Medical Clinics
March 09, 2015 - 2:40 PDT
New Orchestra Comes to Mary's Nativity Church
March 09, 2015 - 12:06 PDT
Paradisus Dei Offers New Marriage Program to Churches at No Cost
Paradisus Dei
March 05, 2015 - 6:25 PST
We ask you, humbly: don't scroll away.
Hi readers, it seems you use Catholic Online a lot; that's great! It's a little awkward to ask, but we need your help. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. We're not salespeople, but we depend on donations averaging $14.76 and fewer than 1% of readers give. If you donate just $5.00, the price of your coffee, Catholic Online School could keep thriving. Thank you.Help Now >
Join the Movement
When you sign up below, you don't just join an email list - you're joining an entire movement for Free world class Catholic education.
Daily Readings for Sunday, April 21, 2024
St. Anselm: Saint of the Day for Sunday, April 21, 2024
A Prayer for the Dying and a Special Soul: Prayer of the Day for Sunday, April 21, 2024
