Madonna University

Accountancy

The accountancy program is designed for CPA and non-CPA track majors. Graduates of this program work for all types of organizations, including public, private, and governmental entities, in all areas of accounting including financial, managerial, audit, tax, and systems.

Accounting

The Accounting Bachelor of Science major will prepare students for public accounting, business, and government careers. The accounting program has the flexibility to accommodate both the CPA model and non-CPA track majors, and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Addiction Studies

The Certificate of Completion is a credential from Madonna University. A student planning to be certified as a State of Michigan Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) should meet with the Addiction Studies coordinator prior to undertaking the Madonna certificate.

Addiction Studies

The graduate certificate in Addiction Studies is an academic credential offered by Madonna University. Students wishing to pursue State of Michigan certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) should meet with the Addiction Studies program coordinator prior to enrolling in course work.

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

The certificate program prepares the nurse practitioner to function at an advanced practice level within acute and critical care environments. Completers are prepared to take the national certification examination as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and become eligible for nurse practitioner specialty certification by the Michigan Board of Nursing.

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

The focus of this post-master's certificate is to prepare nurse practitioners to diagnose and manage primary health care needs of adolescents and adults, especially the vulnerable, underserved, and diverse populations. Completers are prepared to take the national certification examination as an Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.

Advanced Practice (AP) Adult Hospice and Palliative Nurse Specialty

The focus of this graduate certificate is to further prepare APRNs to provide high quality hospice and palliative care services. Advanced practice palliative care nursing serves patients, families, and caregivers during serious, progressive illnesses, focusing on disease management, symptom relief, emotional distress, care transitions, and loss.

Advanced Research

The Advanced Research Certificate of Completion is limited to Psychology majors.

Aging and Older Adults

Aging and Older Adults is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

American History and Government

An examination of American History and traditions of government with an emphasis on the ideals and experiences of the American people.

Animal Cruelty Investigation

Animal Cruelty Investigation is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Animal Cruelty Investigation

On completion of the certificate, students are able to analyze cultural, religious, and societal factors impacting treatment and legal standing of animals, apply the principles underpinning animal welfare to investigative work, and apply advanced interviewing techniques to investigative work and reporting.

Animal Studies

The multidisciplinary undergraduate program in Animal Studies equips students with both fundamental knowledge of zoology and animal behavior as well as in-depth understanding of individual and societal issues regarding human-animal interactions viewed through the lenses of ethics, law and public policy, and religious studies.

Art Education

The Art Education Major is a studio-based program of study that professionally prepares artist educators to be certified as Visual Arts teachers. It is completed in conjunction with the Madonna Secondary Teacher Education Program, resulting in recommendation for a Michigan Standard Secondary Teaching Certificate with an endorsement to teach Visual Arts Education, grades K-12.

ASL Education

The ASL Education major prepares students to teach American Sign Language K-12. American Sign Language majors are required to pass the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) at an Advanced Low rating or higher prior to student teaching.

Autism Spectrum Disorders

An MAT with a specialty in autism spectrum disorders is a comprehensive program for teachers who possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate. The program prepares teachers to understand and effectively work with the ASD student population and reflects requirements of the Michigan Department of Education for K-12 endorsement in autism spectrum disorders.

Bereavement: Trauma, Loss, and Grief

Completion of the three courses within this specialty certificate serves as a tool kit for those who work with grieving individuals and families experiencing traumatic loss or significant life changing events who are seeking support and validation in the process of healing. Employment opportunities range from private practice to interdisciplinary team positions in hospice/palliative/end-of-life care settings.

Biochemistry

Biochemistry is a bachelor's degree program offered at Madonna University.

Biology

The major in Biology is designed to provide students with fundamental concepts as well as theoretical and practical experiences unique to the biological sciences. The curriculum provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed to pursue graduate or professional school, or a career in research, education, or industry.

Broadcast and Cinema Arts

The Broadcast and Cinema Arts program uses an integrated theoretical and intensive hands-on approach to prepare students for careers in broadcast, film, and new media industries. Students develop skills that can be applied to positions in television, radio, film, and many different digital media contexts.

Broadcast and Cinema Arts

The Broadcast and Cinema Arts program uses an integrated theoretical and intensive hands-on approach to prepare students for careers in broadcast, film, and new media industries.

Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration is a generalist program in business administration, which stresses the functional areas of business. It is meant for those students who desire a broad understanding of business and how it relates to the social, political, and economic forces confronting it.

Business Administration

The Bachelor of Science with a major in Business Administration is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Business Administration

The Associate of Science with a major in Business Administration is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Business Administration and Leadership

The Business Administration and Leadership program is an all-online offering to Haitian nationals with a minimum of two years of transfer credit who meet other specific admission criteria. The program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Leadership.

Business Analytics

Business Analytics is a rapidly expanding business discipline, enabled by explosive growth in data, computing power and software availability. Students will be well-equipped to apply descriptive, predictive and prescriptive models to data in order to help organizations better analyze data and make better operational and strategic decisions.

Business Leadership

The Master of Science in Business Leadership degree provides students with the knowledge and skill base to enable them to seek supervisory/management or executive leadership positions in their respective fields. The program emphasizes interpersonal communication, team-building, conflict resolution, critical thinking and data-informed strategic decision making, and is designed for students with or without a business background or degree.

Business Spanish

Business Spanish is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Career Communication

Career Communication is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Care Management for the Older Adult

Care Management for the Older Adult is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Catholic School Leadership

Offered with the Archdiocese of Detroit Office for Catholic Schools and Sacred Heart Seminary, the certificate equips current and future principals, teachers, directors of religious education, priests, and others with the necessary competencies for spiritual leadership in a Catholic educational setting. It provides expertise in strengthening Catholic school identity, leading Christian development, facilitating catechesis, and forming a Christian school community.

Chemistry

Chemistry is a bachelor's degree program offered at Madonna University.

Children and Families

The Children and Families major builds a strong foundational framework for understanding child development birth through eight, as well as family and community contexts that promote learning and development. The program emphasizes relationships to support and empower families in ways that enhance children's development and learning.

Clinical Psychology

The Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (MSCP) program trains students to perform clinical assessments and conduct treatment with children, adolescents, and adults. Through a combination of classroom and practicum-based learning, the program prepares students to apply for the limited license in psychology from the State of Michigan.

Coaching

Coaching is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

College Leadership and Administration

The graduate certificate in College Leadership and Administration provides practical application of leadership skills and organizational and management theories to effectively engage others, manage conflict, and build and sustain productive relationships to affect change, influence decision making, and manage functional units across higher education.

College Student Success

The graduate certificate in College Student Success provides applied knowledge of various aspects of college students' moral, cognitive, and social development; connects high-impact educational practices to and through college; and expands critical thinking, leadership, and management skills needed for successful careers across higher education.

Communication Studies

Communication Studies is a bachelor's degree program offered at Madonna University.

Community Leadership

The Sociology Program offers students the opportunity to earn an undergraduate credential in Community Leadership while fulfilling core curriculum and major coursework. The overall goal is to prepare students for active, lasting, civic engagement, and community leadership roles.

Computer Science

The Computer Science major is intended to prepare students for a job as a software developer, a technical project/program manager, or a variety of other technical roles, with a working knowledge of key topics including web development, application development, and more.

Computer Science

The Computer Science major is intended to prepare students for a job as a software developer, a technical project/program manager, or a variety of other technical roles, with a working knowledge of key topics including web development, application development, and more.

Crime Laboratory Technician

Crime Laboratory Technician is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Crime Scene Practice

Crime Scene Practice is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the structures, processes, and challenges within the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections. For those pursuing a career in policing, the program offers an integrated Police Academy track providing state police certification upon graduation.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the structures, processes, and challenges within the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections. The curriculum blends academic study with practical application.

Criminal Justice Leadership

The graduate certificate in Criminal Justice Leadership provides practical application of advanced leadership skills and organizational leadership theories related to criminal justice administration. Solutions to reform the criminal justice system for the 21st century require specialized knowledge for the dynamic field of criminal justice.

Criminal Justice Leadership and Intelligence

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership and Intelligence offers a planned program of educational experiences for the graduate student interested in advancing in a key leadership role in criminal justice as well as corporate security or intelligence. The program accentuates professional leadership while focusing on a broad range of criminal justice issues.

Cybersecurity

The cybersecurity certificate of completion prepares students in modern cybersecurity challenges that threaten their privacy, security, and safety. Students gain knowledge and hands-on technical skills to protect digital assets from cyber criminals.

Cybersecurity

The Cybersecurity program prepares students to thrive in one of today's fastest-growing and most critical industries. This program equips students with the tools and expertise needed to protect individuals, corporations, and governments from cyberattacks, targeting the rapidly expanding field of low and no-code Cybersecurity roles.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Master of Arts in Teaching prepares certified teachers and other Bachelor's degree-prepared persons to facilitate learning for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing in all educational settings. The program integrates developmental, behavioral, educational, and medical research with evidence-based practice.

Deaf Community Studies

Offered by the Sign Language Studies department, the Deaf Community Studies major focuses on American Sign Language and the sociocultural aspects of American Deaf culture, preparing students for careers serving the Deaf community.

Dementia Care

Dementia Care is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Dietetics

The Madonna University Didactic Program in Dietetics is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). The curriculum is designed to meet the Foundation Knowledge and Learning Outcomes for ACEND-accredited didactic programs.

Digital Media

Digital Media is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

DNA Analysis

DNA Analysis is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Early Childhood Education

The Master of Arts in Teaching in early childhood education is designed to teach classroom teachers the distinctive aspects of teaching and learning for children ages 0-8 years. This program, with its prerequisites, also meets the State's requirements for the early childhood (ZO) endorsement.

Early Childhood Education

This program is for those who desire two of the three grade band endorsements with an early childhood specialization in Early Childhood Education B-K, Early Childhood Education PK-3, or Upper Elementary Education 3-6. The major is undertaken in conjunction with the Professional Education sequence and the Elementary Education major.

Educational Leadership

The Ed.S. program prepares leaders for school-related central office leadership positions, such as curriculum and instructional directors and assistant superintendents, as well as organizational leadership in human service organizations. It is aligned with the Michigan Department of Education standards and requirements for central office administrators.

Effective Inclusionary Practices

The focus of this graduate certificate is to prepare certified general education teachers to meet the needs of students with disabilities in the general education classroom, using formative and summative assessment practices and academic and behavioral evidence-based interventions.

Elementary Education

The Elementary Education major must be selected in conjunction with the Early Childhood Education major and the professional education sequences of courses. Students may earn a B.A. degree in Elementary Education without teacher certification.

Elementary Literacy

The Elementary Literacy Certificate combines academic and experiential learning and enables classroom teachers certified at the elementary or secondary level to provide research-based literacy instruction, intervention, and assessment practices at the elementary level.

Emergency Management Leadership

The program prepares the Emergency Manager, or the individual who has the roles and responsibilities for the organization's Business Continuity Recovery Plan, to provide a safe and effective work environment before, during, and after a disaster event. The curriculum addresses emergency management processes based on NIMS, Incident Command (ICS), and FEMA protocols.

English

English is a bachelor's degree program offered at Madonna University.

English Language Arts

The English Language Arts major is specifically designed for the Language Arts teacher with concentrations in ELA 5-9 and ELA 7-12. Students desiring an English Language Arts major as preparation for graduate study or employment other than teaching should consult an advisor about alternative majors.

Entrepreneurship

Non-business majors are invited to this certificate: develop your own business around your passion and skills.

Entrepreneurship for Sport Management Professionals

Entrepreneurship for Sport Management Professionals is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Environmental Science

Environmental Science is a bachelor's degree program offered at Madonna University.

Esports and Gaming Administration

Esports and Gaming Administration is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Essentials in End-of-Life Care

Essentials in End-of-Life Care is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Essentials of Instruction

Essentials of Instruction is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Exercise and Sport Science

The Exercise and Sport Science major encompasses classes on the basics of physical activity, fitness, and other aspects of sport movement. Topics include personal training, coaching principles, health and disease, weight control, aging, and the psychological aspects of fitness and nutrition, with incorporated field experience.

Family Nurse Practitioner

The focus of this post-master's certificate is to prepare nurse practitioners to manage health care needs for individuals across the life span including the care of child bearing women. The curriculum addresses health promotion, guidance and counseling, comprehensive health assessment, and management of healthy individuals and families as well as those with complex acute, critical, and chronic conditions across the age continuum.

Film Music Scoring

Film Music Scoring is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Financial Crimes Compliance

The Financial Crimes Compliance certificate prepares students to address the growing field of fraud, financial and white-collar crime investigation. Students learn skills and techniques for gathering, analyzing, and preserving evidence related to economic and financial crime, drawing from criminal justice, cybersecurity, law, business, and leadership and ethics.

Fine Arts

The Fine Arts Major is a studio-based program of study that professionally prepares undergraduates for visually expressive creative work. The program develops the conceptualizing abilities, technical expertise, and imagination skills needed for exercising leadership of visually meaningful projects.

Forensic Accounting

Forensic Accounting is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Forensic Psychology

Forensic Psychology is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Forensic Science

The Master's Degree in Forensic Science prepares individuals possessing a forensic or natural science background with advanced research competencies to serve as members of interdisciplinary teams in forensic investigations. Individuals develop expertise within their chosen concentration while expanding their understanding of forensic science as a whole.

Forensic Science

The Post-Bachelor Certificate of Achievement in Forensic Science is available to degree-holding students whose prior degree majors are too heavy in science to allow a Second Bachelor program in Forensic Science. Each student's plan is individually written.

Forensic Science

Students interested in a Forensic Science major must complete a pre-forensic science block of courses with a minimum 2.75 GPA in order to be eligible to apply for acceptance into the Forensic Science Program. At least one minor in Biology or Chemistry for Forensic Science Majors is required with the major.

Fundamentals of Quality and Operations Leadership

Fundamentals of Quality and Operations Leadership is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

General Studies

General Studies is a bachelor's degree program offered at Madonna University.

General Studies

General Studies is a associate's degree program offered at Madonna University.

Graphic Design

The Graphic Design major leads to career development as a professional graphic designer. The major builds visual communication and leadership skills sought by employers across professional, business, and organizational sectors, covering collateral design, branding identity, typography, package design, web design, and more.

Higher Education Administration

The Master of Arts program in Higher Education Administration is designed to prepare students to be administrative professionals at colleges and universities, qualified to work in leadership positions in academic affairs, student affairs, or in the functional service areas of an institution.

History

The study of history teaches students to respond to open-ended, real-life problems related to a wide variety of human experiences in time, developing valuable techniques of analysis, synthesis, inquiry, research, and writing for careers in education, law, business, and government.

Homeland Security

Homeland Security is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Hospice and Palliative Studies

The focus of this certificate is to provide a strong foundation in hospice and palliative care interdisciplinary services. The certificate is recommended for students wishing to supplement an existing graduate degree and/or those desiring to enhance their knowledge base for advanced work within the field of hospice and palliative care.

Human-Animal Bond

The Undergraduate Certificate in Human-Animal Bond provides applied knowledge of various aspects of the human-animal bond for social workers, therapists, law enforcement officers, prison personnel, and others interested in incorporating animals into their professional activities.

Human-Animal Bond

The Graduate Certificate in Human-Animal Bond provides knowledge of various aspects of human-animal bond, inclusive of but not limited to animal-assisted therapy and its ethical implications. It enhances professional expertise of human leaders, social workers, law enforcement officers, and others interested in incorporating animals into their professional activities.

Human Services

The Human Services Graduate Certificate provides professional expertise in three areas vital for a successful career in the field of human services: grant writing, well-being communication strategies, and corporate ethics and responsibility. It enhances marketability of humane leaders, social workers, and professionals in other related fields.

Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Industrial/Organizational Psychology is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Infant-Toddler Caregiver

Infant-Toddler Caregiver is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Information Technology Management

Information Technology Management is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Instruction of English Language Learners K-12

Since this certificate is based on specific units built into its courses, all certificate courses must be taken at Madonna University. The above courses are required for teacher certification. Note that this certificate does not fulfill the requirements for an endorsement in English as a Second Language on a Michigan teaching certificate.

Integrated Science

The Integrated Science major is especially intended for the Secondary (grades 6-12) science teacher. It is a comprehensive major and does not require a minor for teacher certification. Students may select a Biology, Chemistry, or Physics content concentration.

International Business and Economics

The program in International Business and Economics is a degree-completion for students in the outreach center in Dubai and limited to students admitted through Madonna University's partners for the program. On-campus students are referred to the Business Administration major with a concentration in International Business.

International Business Management

The graduate certificate in International Business Management covers International Legal Environment, International Management, and International Marketing. This certificate is available only to students enrolled in one of Madonna's overseas programs.

International Relations

The Certificate of Completion in International Relations is designed to provide an additional credential for Political Science majors, those minoring in Political Science, and any student seeking to enhance job marketability in a globalized world.

International Studies

The Certificate of Completion in International Studies provides students with the opportunity to add significant global and 21st century dimensions to their chosen field of study, adding a globally-informed perspective to their credential set.

Journalism and Public Relations

Journalism and Public Relations is a bachelor's degree program offered at Madonna University.

Leadership and Innovation

The Doctor of Education in Leadership and Innovation is designed to empower organizational leaders to be innovative in their problem-solving process by applying research to develop effective evidence-informed solutions. It offers a broad opportunity to impact education through P-12 schools, community colleges, public and private universities, and related human service organizations.

Litigation Management

The Litigation Management certificate educates those holding bachelor's degrees in litigation management, including skills in electronic discovery and other technology used in litigation.

Mathematics

A mathematics major prepares students for graduate school, careers in education, or various fields that require mathematical problem solving and reasoning skills in industry. The major offers two concentration options: Applied Mathematics and an accredited Mathematics Education concentration.

Music

Madonna University's Music Program prepares students to enter the varying fields of music in performance, composing, business management, and music education. Music studies encompass music theory, music history, pedagogy, stage performance, music education, and applied music opportunities.

Musical Theatre

The Musical Theatre Certificate of Completion is an initial training program designed to give beginning to intermediate instruction of musical theatre techniques in drama, dance, and singing.

Music Business Management

The Music Business Management Certificate of Completion can only be earned along with the Music Major, Bachelor of Arts, Music Performance Major, Bachelor of Music, or Music Education Major, Bachelor of Music degrees.

Music Education

The Music Education major, in conjunction with the Teacher Education Program, results in an endorsement to teach Music Education PreK-12 on a Secondary Standard teaching certificate. All music majors are required to pass an applied music audition.

Music Performance

The Music Performance major offers concentrations in Church Music-Organ, Instrumental Performance, Piano Performance, and Vocal Performance. Junior and Senior Recitals are required of all performance majors.

Neuroscience

Neuroscience is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Non-profit Leadership

The Non-profit Leadership, Master of Science prepares candidates for leadership positions in business and human services with an emphasis on humane practices (the interconnectedness of social justice, sustainability, and animal welfare). The degree can be customized to prepare candidates to assume the role of a community leader, consultant, or educator in a variety of professional settings.

Non-Profit Leadership

The graduate certificate in Non-Profit Leadership includes course work in Developing Partnerships with Boards, Suppliers, and Clients; Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations; and Entrepreneurial Leadership in Non-Profits.

Nurse/Health Educator

The focus of this graduate certificate is to prepare educators for teaching positions in higher education and practice settings. The curriculum focuses on theories that guide the instructional process, teaching strategies, technology that supports quality instruction, and the evaluation of learning outcomes in health-related settings.

Nurse Paralegal

The Nurse Paralegal Post-BSN Certificate of Achievement educates BSN-credentialed nurses to become nurse paralegals. Nine semester hours of legal specialty courses must be taken in synchronous instruction format. Completion does not authorize graduates to practice law as an attorney.

Nurse Practitioner

The program prepares nurses for advanced practice as a nurse practitioner in the care of diverse individuals, families and groups within a chosen population. Populations offered are adult-gerontology acute care, adult-gerontology primary care and family, and can be combined to be eligible for certification in multiple populations.

Nursing

Madonna University offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree for beginning nursing students, and degree-completion programs for registered nurses (RNs). The nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Nursing Administration

The Nursing Administration specialty is designed to prepare the nurse as an administrator who will be able to synthesize advanced knowledge from nursing and related disciplines, integrate organizational and administrative theories into evidence-based problem solving and decision making, and implement effective communication related to collaborative and conflict management strategies.

Nursing Administration/Business Administration Dual Degree

The Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business Administration dual degree program is developed within the structures of the Department of Nursing and the School of Business. It is designed for the baccalaureate-prepared nurse whose career goals are in upper management in health care facilities, business, or other complex service organizations.

Nursing Home Administration Pre-Licensure

All AGE courses have been approved for continuing education credit in the renewal of the Nursing Home Administrator License.

Nursing Leadership

The online graduate certificate in Leadership is designed to prepare students for leadership and management roles at the unit (clinical microsystem) and department levels for care delivery and professional support functions. Students develop competencies needed to lead contemporary health delivery services using research-based problem solving and decision-making methods.

Nursing Practice

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is a professional degree created for nurses seeking a terminal degree in nursing practice, designed to develop health care leaders who maximize quality, reduce cost, and increase access to health care. There are two DNP entry pathways: Post-MSN or BSN-DNP.

Nursing (Second Master's)

Nurses holding an MSN may complete an additional specialty offered by Madonna University through an individually-tailored 2nd MSN program.

Nutritional Sciences

Nutritional Sciences is a bachelor's degree program offered at Madonna University.

Nutrition and Dietetics

The Nutrition and Dietetics Graduate Certificate provides experiential learning in a variety of clinical, community, and food service settings that prepares graduates for professional leadership and dietetics practice as part of the healthcare team.

Nutrition and Dietetics

The Nutrition and Dietetics Program provides students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge of nutrition and enhance their skills as nutrition educators, researchers, and leaders in diverse areas of practice. The program meets the requirements of ACEND, allowing graduates to sit for the Registration Examination for Dietitians.

Nutrition and Wellness

The Nutrition and Wellness Program provides students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge of nutrition and enhance their skills as nutrition educators, leaders and managers in diverse areas of practice.

Nutrition and Wellness

The Nutrition and Wellness Program provides students with a strong background in nutrition and disease prevention to become effective practitioners and leaders in the diverse fields of health, nutrition, and wellness.

Online Instruction

The graduate certificate in Online Instruction provides theoretical and practical basis for developing online instruction in a variety of settings, including higher education and corporate training. The certificate allows students to explore online pedagogy and instructional design principles to develop courses and training dedicated to the online environment.

Operations and Global Supply Chain Management

The graduate certificate in Operations and Global Supply Chain Management provides students with an understanding of operations and global supply chain management key concepts and practices in local and global markets. Students learn how to optimize local and global operations costs while managing local and global operations efficiently.

Paralegal Studies

The Paralegal Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate of Achievement prepares degree-holding students for careers as paralegals. Nine semester hours of legal specialty courses must be taken in synchronous instruction format. The program is approved by the American Bar Association.

Paralegal Studies

The mission of the Paralegal Studies program is to prepare students for careers as paralegals. The program teaches practical paralegal skills in conjunction with a liberal arts education. The program is approved by the American Bar Association.

Paralegal Studies

The mission of the Paralegal Studies program is to prepare students for careers as paralegals. The program teaches practical paralegal skills in conjunction with a liberal arts education. The program is approved by the American Bar Association.

Pastoral Ministry

Based upon the core Christian-humanistic and Felician Franciscan values of Madonna University, the Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry program prepares students to serve the needs of today's world in a variety of pastoral settings. Students select a concentration in either General Pastoral Ministry or Chaplaincy.

Physical Education and Health K-12

The Physical Education and Health major is designed to provide a comprehensive program of study to prepare students to teach Physical Education and Health to K-12 students, equipping them to motivate others of all ages toward physical, mental, and social well-being.

Piano Pedagogy

Piano Pedagogy is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Political Science

An examination of the fundamental principles and functions of political science, including government, citizenship, political parties, the electoral process, state and local governments, and international relations. The major offers four track options: American Politics, Comparative Politics and Area Studies, International Politics, and Pre-Law.

Post-Production for Film and Video

Post-Production for Film and Video is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Private Investigation

Private Investigation is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Private Security

Private Security is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Professional CTE

To advance from the Standard CTE Certificate to the Professional CTE Certificate requires consecutive effective performance ratings, successful teaching experience, a state-required reading diagnostic course, and additional planned coursework.

Psychology

The Psychology major offers General and Mental Health concentrations. All entering Psychology majors declare as Psychology-General Concentration, and after completing PSY 1030 with a grade of B or better select one of the two concentrations in consultation with a department advisor.

Quality Management

The graduate certificate in Quality Management covers Total Quality: Building the Infrastructure; Quality and Process Improvement Techniques; and the Baldrige Award and Organizational Self-Assessment.

Religious Studies

Reflecting Madonna's identity as a Catholic University in the Franciscan tradition, the Religious Studies program fosters an understanding of the religious and moral dimensions of human experience by examining religious sources, traditions, beliefs, and practices, in preparation for teaching, pastoral ministry, and graduate studies.

School Social Work

The graduate certificate is a credential from Madonna University. A student planning to become a School Social Worker in the State of Michigan must have approval from the Michigan Department of Education (MDE); this certificate with an MSW in clinical social work fulfills the requirements of the MDE.

Secondary Content Literacy

The Secondary Content Literacy Certificate combines academic and experiential learning and enables classroom teachers certified at the elementary or secondary level to provide research-based content literacy instruction, intervention, and assessment practices at the secondary level.

Sign Language Interpreting Studies

The Sign Language Interpreting Studies major consists of the ASL core and specialized courses in interpretation and transliteration. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all SLS courses and demonstrate adherence to the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct.

Social Studies

Social Studies is a strong group major providing important ideas, concepts, and theory from the areas of history, political science, geography, and economics. The major was specifically designed for teacher education students, but is available to all students who wish an interdisciplinary study.

Social Work

The Master of Social Work (MSW) program builds on the Bachelors in Social Work degree and includes both a traditional two-year program and an advanced standing component. The MSW Program is designed to prepare students for Advanced Social Work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.

Social Work

The Social Work program offers students the opportunity to earn a Social Work Certificate of Completion while fulfilling general education and major course work, preparing students for positions in social service settings such as non-profit organizations, businesses, government agencies, and churches.

Social Work

Madonna University offers a Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree program which is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. The B.S.W. program is designed to prepare students for entry-level professional employment and for graduate professional education.

Social Work Administration

The Graduate Certificate in Social Work Administration prepares MSWs for leadership and administrative roles in the field of social work across settings. Social workers aspiring to work in an administrative capacity gain advanced knowledge and skills relevant for practice in an administrative capacity in a social work setting.

Sociology

The Sociology major provides students with the opportunity to gain the necessary skills to succeed in the 21st century's labor market. Coursework in research methods, sociological theory, and other substantive areas provides a solid foundation for careers in related fields and for graduate school.

Spanish

The Spanish program prepares students to communicate effectively and in a culturally-appropriate way with the Spanish-speaking community living in the United States and abroad, studying the Spanish language and Latino culture through classroom and experiential opportunities.

Spanish for Law Enforcement

Spanish for Law Enforcement is a short-term certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Spanish for Teacher Certification

The Spanish for Teacher Certification major prepares students to teach Spanish PK-12. Majors are required to complete a Senior Comprehensive Examination and take the Oral Proficiency Interview-Computer (OPIc) of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages prior to student teaching.

Sport Management

The Sport Management Post-Baccalaureate Certificate of Achievement prepares degree-holding students for business careers in sport and recreation through coursework in sport management, marketing, finance, and event management.

Sport Management

The Sport Management program prepares students for business careers in sport and recreation through an interdisciplinary curriculum combining business, economics, marketing, and sociology courses, with hands-on activities, site visits, and internships. At least one Certificate of Completion is required with the major.

Standard CTE

Individuals who do not hold a Michigan teaching certificate may earn a Standard CTE Certificate, valid for teaching in State-reimbursed CTE classrooms, grade 9-12, by meeting specified training, experience, and coursework requirements.

STEM Education

STEM Education is a certificate program offered at Madonna University.

Sustainability

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainability provides professional expertise in three areas vital for a successful career in most businesses of today: sustainability, grant writing, and corporate ethics and responsibility. It enhances marketability of human leaders and other professionals seeking employment in environmentally conscious organizations.

Sustainability Studies

The undergraduate Certificate in Sustainability Studies provides professional expertise in three areas vital for a successful career in most businesses of today: sustainability, grant writing, and corporate ethics and responsibility.

Transformational Educational Leadership

The Transformational Educational Leadership Program is designed to meet the need for leaders in diverse educational settings, who will not only be effective administrators but also visionary educators and instructional leaders capable of fundamentally transforming schools for the better. Upon program completion, students are eligible for administrator certification in Michigan.

Visual Communication and Design

This certificate enhances communication design skills for those in project management, organizational leadership, administrative support, or small businesses. Introductory coursework develops design skills and elective choices foster specific areas of expertise.

World History

Study the major historical events, personalities and themes of selected world cultures from their earliest days to the present, with special attention to the diversity and commonality of human experiences in time.

Writing

Designed for the student who is pursuing or exploring a career as a writer, this general framework provides a theoretical foundation, intensive practice, and professional guidance. A broad choice of electives allows students to focus on their own areas of interest.