Accounting
The Mount Marty University accounting program prepares students for a contemporary world of work through education and experience in current theories and practices of financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation, auditing and business. Graduates can pursue careers such as public accountant, budget analyst, financial analyst, internal auditor and tax accountant.
Bachelor's DegreeAccounting
An associate-level accounting program covering the fundamentals of financial and managerial accounting, taxation and related business coursework.
Associate's DegreeBiology
The biology program provides students with a strong background in the principles and practices of modern biology to prepare them for future endeavors in biology-related professions. Students may earn a general biology degree or select an emphasis in biology for secondary education, environmental science or pre-health.
Bachelor's DegreeBiotechnology Management
The Certificate in Biotechnology Management requires Introduction to the Pharmaceutical and Biotech Industries plus biotechnology electives as approved by the program director. No grade lower than a B is permitted in required coursework.
Short-Term CertificateBiotechnology Management
The Master of Science in Biotechnology Management at Mount Marty University will facilitate the exploration and preparation for a range of biotech career opportunities within the biomedical, clinical, and pharmaceutical sciences. The program is unique in its focus on ethical leadership and communication across the science and business of biotechnology, fostering cross-disciplinary teamwork while developing entrepreneurial skills.
Master's DegreeBusiness Administration
The Mount Marty University business program prepares students for a contemporary world of work through education and experience in current theories and practices of management, finance, health care administration and accounting. Concentrations include banking/finance, health care administration, management and small business/entrepreneurship.
Bachelor's DegreeBusiness Administration
An associate-level business administration program covering introduction to business, marketing, management, information systems and human resource management.
Associate's DegreeCriminal Justice
The Criminal Justice Program educates future criminal justice practitioners in the areas of crime, justice, law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice and the social structures and functions of the field. It prepares students for careers in criminal justice or as preparation for law school.
Bachelor's DegreeCriminal Justice
An associate-level criminal justice program covering introduction to criminal justice, investigation, corrections, juvenile justice and related psychology and sociology coursework.
Associate's DegreeEducation
Mount Marty University's Master of Education degree offers concentrations in Curriculum and Instruction and Coaching Leadership. The Curriculum and Instruction concentration provides experienced teachers an opportunity to professionally develop themselves within a research framework aimed at improving instruction and student outcomes, while the Coaching Leadership concentration develops the mindset and techniques of coaching.
Master's DegreeElementary Education
Prepares students to teach all subjects in kindergarten through eighth grade in South Dakota, integrating theory with practice throughout the academic career including field experiences and student teaching.
Bachelor's DegreeEndocrinology
Students who hold a master's of science degree in nursing or doctorate of nursing practice degree - Family Nurse Practitioner from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program may obtain a post-master's certificate in endocrinology. This program will complement the goals and outcomes of the MMU Nurse Practitioner Program, preparing students to optimize care of the patient with endocrine disorders.
Post-Baccalaureate CertificateEnglish
The English major develops graduates who think creatively and critically and communicate well through instruction in literary analysis, creative writing and composition. Students may pursue a literature or writing concentration.
Bachelor's DegreeExercise Science
The exercise science program develops competent entry-level professionals and provides a foundation for graduate-level coursework and programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training and strength and conditioning. A pre-physical therapy concentration is available.
Bachelor's DegreeFamily Nurse Practitioner
Students who hold a master's degree in nursing may obtain a post-master's certificate in family nurse practitioner. Family nurse practitioners (FNPs) are clinical experts prepared to implement a holistic approach that emphasizes both care and cure, applying evidence based practices and managing the health needs of patients in primary care settings.
Post-Baccalaureate CertificateHealth and Fitness Management
A focused interdisciplinary program that brings together business administration and exercise science to prepare students for careers in online fitness training, gym ownership, and corporate and franchised fitness.
Bachelor's DegreeHistory
A history major provides a broadly based liberal arts education emphasizing knowledge of the past as the foundation of contemporary institutions and society. It is designed to be a double major with teacher education for those who wish to teach history in secondary schools.
Bachelor's DegreeHorticulture
A horticulture certificate covering introduction to horticulture, turf management, pruning and related coursework. Offered at a contracted auxiliary site in Yankton.
CertificateHorticulture
The associate of science degree in horticulture blends technical classes with the liberal arts to prepare graduates for entry level management and practitioner careers in horticulture. This program is offered only at a contracted auxiliary site in Yankton.
Associate's DegreeHuman Service
The human service major helps students develop sociological and psychological insight into human behavior and apply it to careers in the helping profession. Concentrations include social services and disability services.
Bachelor's DegreeInterdisciplinary Studies
The interdisciplinary studies major meets the needs of students who wish to design their own area of study by working with an advisor to build a program and proposal related to their career choice. The major must consist of 48 credits and an allied health emphasis is available.
Bachelor's DegreeManagement
The Management Certificate provides foundational business coursework in accounting, Excel data analysis, business communication and management. Offered only at a contracted auxiliary site in Yankton.
CertificateMathematics Education
A combination of secondary education and mathematics courses designed to prepare graduates to teach 7-12 math. Students must complete departmental requirements for the secondary education major plus 27 credits in mathematics.
Bachelor's DegreeMedical Laboratory Science
The medical laboratory science program prepares graduates to meet preclinical and core clinical competencies, with three years of pre-clinical preparation followed by a one-year clinical internship at a NAACLS-accredited hospital. Graduates are eligible to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification exam.
Bachelor's DegreeMusic
The music major equips students for multifaceted careers as performers, studio teachers, conductors, and for graduate study of music. An optional sacred music concentration is available.
Bachelor's DegreeNurse Anesthesia Practice
The mission of the nurse anesthesia program is to prepare the next generation of advanced practice nursing professionals to excellence in clinical care, advancing the profession, and service to the human community. The nurse anesthesia graduate program is based on a nursing and science background involving an in-depth application of these sciences to the art of anesthesia.
Doctoral ProfessionalNursing
The mission of the Mount Marty University nursing program is to provide students with an integrated education in a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts setting and to promote personal character development, holistic professional and nursing expertise, and community service involvement. The program offers Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner tracks.
Master's DegreeNursing
The baccalaureate nursing program provides an integrated education in the Catholic Benedictine liberal arts tradition and prepares graduates to work in all areas of nursing. It is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and a BSN bridge program is available for RNs and LPNs.
Bachelor's DegreeNursing Practice
The doctor of nursing practice (DNP) at Mount Marty University is designed specifically to prepare individuals for specialization in nursing leadership and education, incorporating a high level of leadership in practice and scientific inquiry. The MMU DNP program, with an emphasis in leadership and education, focuses on ethical leadership grounded in the Benedictine Tradition.
Doctoral ProfessionalPhysical Education
Prepares graduates for teaching physical education at the elementary, middle and secondary levels (K-12) as well as coaching. Students complete methods courses and student teach at multiple levels.
Bachelor's DegreePre-Professional Studies
The pre-professional studies program provides a solid foundation for students who desire to pursue a professional graduate degree, combining a set of core course requirements with a concentration tailored to specific career goals and extensive research opportunities.
Bachelor's DegreePsychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Students who hold a master's degree in nursing may obtain a post-master's certificate in psychiatric mental health. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are clinical experts prepared to implement a holistic approach to mental health care for individuals, families, groups and communities using an evidence-based approach to diagnose and treat mental health conditions.
Post-Baccalaureate CertificatePsychology
The psychology major helps students develop a critical understanding of the field of psychology and human behavior, appreciate the role psychology plays in shaping society, and prepare for graduate training or employment.
Bachelor's DegreeRadiologic Technology
Mount Marty offers a unique method for earning a bachelor of science in radiologic technology, with general education and science foundation courses at the university followed by radiologic technology training at an approved joint review committee school.
Bachelor's DegreeSecondary Education
Prepares students to teach in their academic major and content area in grades 7 through 12 in South Dakota. Completed alongside an academic content major such as biology, English, history, mathematics education or physical education.
Bachelor's DegreeSocial Emotional Learning
This certificate further prepares professional educators to build resiliency in students by facilitating social, emotional and behavioral wellness in order to address non-academic barriers to learning. All courses are grounded in theories of cognitive, social, emotional and behavioral development and demonstrate research-based practices supporting the wellness of PK-12 students.
Post-Baccalaureate CertificateSpecial Education
Prepares students to teach students with disabilities in grades K-12 in South Dakota. Special education majors must also complete an elementary or secondary education major.
Bachelor's DegreeTechnical Management
Offered to complement technical degree programs from area institutions, allowing graduates of select programs to complete a bachelor's degree through the addition of general education and business administration courses to improve management and advancement opportunities.
Bachelor's DegreeTheatre
The Theatre major provides each student with a solid foundation of content and practical application in acting, directing, design, production and stage management to prepare them as well-rounded stage artists.
Bachelor's DegreeTheology
The theology program includes a variety of courses designed to assist students in examining their own religious beliefs and practices and understanding Christianity, Catholicism and other religious traditions, complete with broad content foundations and supervised field experience.
Bachelor's DegreeTrauma Informed Teaching
Mount Marty's Graduate Teacher Education Department developed elective courses in the content area of Trauma Informed Teaching to support teachers in the field, meeting the emotional and educational needs of returning to school after the disruption of online and distance teaching delivery. Learning outcomes are measured through successful completion of assignments within four core courses.
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate