Advance your career with a bachelor's degree in Agricultural Business. Offered through the College of Agricultural Sciences, this online program gives you the knowledge and training needed to manage the production and marketing of agricultural products.

As one of the only online degree programs dedicated to agricultural business, this B.S. uses economic theory as a framework to understand agricultural issues, devise solutions to economic and environmental problems, and predict the likely effects of government policies and regulations.

Take your career to the next level with a bachelor's degree in Fire and Emergency Services Administration. This online program trains you in key administrative areas such as personnel administration, financial management, emergency management, and program evaluation. During your course of study, you will demonstrate your ability to:

• Effectively integrate academic knowledge into administrative and managerial roles
• Collaborate with peers to solve fire and emergency service organizational problems
• Apply your knowledge, skills, and competencies to fire and emergency service situations

This Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) combines coursework and field experience in individual and family development across the lifespan. Learn how individuals develop and change, how family, community, and society affect human development, and how to apply this knowledge in career areas such as early childhood services, adolescent intervention, and community outreach.

The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts program provides a broad-based liberal arts education. Through this well-rounded curriculum, you learn effective writing and verbal communication, problem solving, and analytical thinking skills.

This flexible degree program allows you to select courses that best suit your interests and career objectives. You can pursue an educational experience that is built on your interests and career goals in the subject you most enjoy. After building a foundation in a broad range of skills, you are prepared to specialize in a discipline specific to your career pursuits by completing one of six degree minor options, including anthropology, business administration, economics, media studies, sociology, and political science.

As the first online B.A. in Liberal Arts to be offered from a Colorado university, this program broadens your opportunities to get a high quality education that is flexible enough to fit into your life - regardless of where you live, what your schedule is, or where you are in your life and career.

Gain skills to successfully administer and deliver a wide range of adult training and educational programs with this master's degree. Coursework focuses on program development and evaluation, adult learning theory, and instructional methods, with electives designed to build upon your areas of expertise and interest.

Project-based work ensures real-world knowledge and immediate application on the job. You will learn to think more strategically about program development, learning transfer, program assessment, training return on investment (ROI), and learning technologies.

Colorado State's online Adult Education and Training (AET) program is designed to prepare you for planning and instructional responsibilities appropriate for adult learners in postsecondary, community, and corporate settings. The program represents a coherent, progressive, and current curriculum in the main content areas of adult learning.

Agricultural Extension Education master's degree students learn skills and principles to become more effective educators in areas such as agriculture and natural resources, community development, environmental education, human development, natural resources, and range science. Students may select Plan A, which requires applied research and a formal thesis; Plan B, which requires a scholarly paper; or Plan C, which is coursework-only and is available as a terminal degree.

This Master of Applied Statistics (M.A.S.) emphasizes the practical application of statistics, focusing on the methods and computational aspects. The online degree features the same innovative curriculum as on-campus students receive, and allows you to start working immediately upon graduation as a practicing statistician in industry, government, or academia.

Statisticians are in high demand in all areas of industry, especially the high-tech, medical, and pharmaceutical sectors for functions such as quality control, market research, and product development. This master's degree will help you advance your career by teaching you how to apply statistical procedures to these and other industries.

Technological advances are expected to spur demand for statisticians. Ever-faster computer processing allows statisticians to analyze greater amounts of data much more quickly and to gather and sort through large amounts of data that would not have been analyzed in the past. As data processing continues to become more efficient and less expensive, an increasing number of employers will want to employ statisticians to take advantage of the new information available.

The program is currently accepting applicants who meet the minimum admission requirements including:

• Four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited university
• At least two semesters of calculus, including multiple integration
• A course in linear algebra
• At least one undergraduate-level statistics course
• GRE scores not required, but strongly recommended

In this coursework-only, professional degree, you will learn about cutting-edge technologies from faculty on the forefront of biomedical research. The curriculum develops a foundation in biomedical engineering, focusing on advanced and applied mathematics. The degree is offered online to provide the flexibility working professionals and non-traditional students need when pursuing an advanced degree.

With our Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering, you will master concepts in materials engineering, material issues in mechanical design, structure and function of biomaterials, and design and data analysis.

This online M.B.A. program offers a comprehensive curriculum that brings the on-campus classroom environment to working professionals around the world via online learning and streaming video. The program is designed for maximum flexibility, allowing you to maintain your career while obtaining a graduate degree.

The plan of study ensures that you have an understanding of specific concepts before progressing in the program. As an M.B.A. student, you will:

• Learn in a challenging academic setting, guided by distinguished faculty and leading practitioners.
• Work on projects and assignments with fellow students who are experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds.
• Immediately apply relevant knowledge, concepts, and analytical tools to on-the-job decisions.
• Complete the degree in as few as 21 months, or up to five years, depending on your schedule at work and home.
• Earn a degree accredited by the AACSB International, the premier international accrediting agency for schools and colleges of business.

This Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering features a focus in water resources, and is designed to enhance the expertise of working professionals. In this coursework-only, professional degree program, students explore topics including hydrology, hydraulics, groundwater, and environmental engineering. Courses provide students with an understanding of modern design, testing, and analysis techniques with a practice-oriented focus. Engineers who want to further their careers with industrial firms and governmental agencies, or those who want to pursue a career in private practice should consider this degree.

A master's degree specializing in Computer Information Systems (CIS) gives you the tools not only to enter a career in CIS, but to keep up with the technology as it changes. This program uses a cutting-edge curriculum in information technology, project management, and business systems to help you meet the demands of the fast-paced and challenging field of CIS.

Offered through the College of Business Department of Computer Information Systems, this program trains you in the methods needed to keep information flowing through organizations, improving efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability. You will be on the front lines of technology, keeping business operations running smoothly by managing databases, networks, and websites, or even training employees on how to utilize the most recent innovations.

This program offers:

• Excellent job placement: Nearly 100% of the graduates of this master's program are placed in the IT field.
• High salary potential: CIS graduates have some of the highest starting salaries among majors at Colorado State University.
• Flexibility: Study full- or part-time, with degree completion in as little as one year.
• Opportunity: Move into a new career or strengthen your position in your current career as the program is designed for both non-IT and IT professionals.

The Master of Computer Science (M.C.S.) is an online, coursework-only professional degree available to qualified students across the world. In this graduate degree program, you will study topics such as object-oriented software design, software testing, network security, algorithms, and machine learning. Coursework develops critical thinking, investigatory, and expository skills, while teaching you the foundations of computer science theory and application.

Computer science requires creativity, insights, background, and problem solving skills. Each new application presents new problems, and this Master of Computer Science degree will help you learn how to find solutions.

In this doctoral degree program, you will develop the competencies needed to successfully and ethically lead higher education institutions. With a focus on the development of practitioner and administrator research skills, you will expand your knowledge base of higher education organizations, practice, and outcomes. The program reinforces a commitment to the crucial engagement of diversity and addresses issues of privilege and oppression. This degree provides current practitioners and administrators with the competencies necessary to become more accomplished leaders.

This College and University Leadership degree offers more of an emphasis on applied knowledge than similar degrees available. Our program has a specific focus on universities and colleges, and you will gain practical knowledge from experienced professionals in this field. On-campus attendance at our Fort Collins, CO campus one week and one extended weekend per year are required to complete this program.

The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition is concerned with food from the time it leaves the farm until it is consumed by people. Included is the effect of good nutrition on health promotion and disease prevention. In this program, students learn to integrate and apply the principles from biomedical sciences, human behavior, and management to design and lead effective food and nutrition programs in a variety of settings. Coursework will develop your research skills, stimulate independent thought, and provide up-to-date knowledge in foods, nutrition, and food service and business management.

As an inter-institutional graduate program offered through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA), this Dietetics degree gives you access to and expert faculty at eight institutions. You apply and need to be accepted to the home institution, then you're able to register for classes through the home institution, but take online classes offered by any of the partner institutions.

Industrial/organizational psychology is a scientific field devoted to discovery and application of scientific principles to human problems in the workplace. Students master important concepts in training and leadership development, organizational development, performance measurement, organizational health, quality of life, and selection and placement tools and systems. With a strong quantitative emphasis, the program develops students' scientific knowledge of workplace behavior and how to improve performance and productivity.

The Master of Agriculture - Integrated Resource Management (IRM) degree prepares students to manage land, animal, human, and natural resources to ensure long-term profitability and sustainability of farms, ranches, and rural communities. Faculty from Colorado State's College of Agricultural Sciences, Warner College of Natural Resources, and College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences train students to handle real-life land management scenarios. Courses combine rigorous education with directed hands-on, problem-solving experiences. Colorado State University is one of the few institutions with the knowledge base to offer this degree, and even fewer programs are available online. Students who complete this degree have a great way to differentiate themselves from others in the industry.

In this the Mechanical Engineering degree program, students choose from three areas of focus, including Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, and Materials Engineering. The Engineering Management focus prepares students for leadership roles with advanced training in communications, management, policy and business. In Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, students attain a strong background in mathematical/statistical modeling and analysis. In Materials Engineering, students receive advanced training in manufacturing, metals and alloys, advanced composite materials, and mechanical design. All three focus areas are online and DVD-based, providing continuing education opportunities to graduate students regardless of where you live, in a flexible, convenient format.

The Master of Music in Music Therapy degree from Colorado State University advances your knowledge of neurologic music therapy (NMT) theory and practice and expands your skills to use music within a therapeutic relationship to address physical, psychological, cognitive, and social needs of individuals. You gain knowledge of neurological sciences, music, research, and evidence-based practice to expand the depth and breadth of your clinical skills in advanced and specialized fields.

The degree prepares students to use a variety of evidence-based techniques to address sensorimotor, speech and language, cognitive, and psychosocial behavior. Learn to work with people who have neurological disorders such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, Autism, developmental disorders, and multiple sclerosis. You will also learn how to develop treatment programs for your patients that involve singing, listening, creating, and moving to music.

Coursework is delivered online, through streaming video, and on-campus. Three extended weekend on-campus visits (Thursday through Sunday), one each year, are required to complete the program.

Increase your science knowledge and competency in teaching science at the middle or high school level with the Master of Natural Sciences Education degree offered through Colorado State's College of Natural Sciences. With a combination of science and education curriculum, and a research experience, this graduate program:

• Expands your science knowledge in the areas of biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science
• Advances your instructional skills with coursework exploring classroom management, presentation skills, communication, and discipline
• Enhances your research skills and understanding of the methodology scientists use

The degree is designed for working teachers with an undergraduate degree in one or more science disciplines who are qualified through standard or alternative licensure procedures to teach middle or high school science in the state of Colorado.

Colorado State University produces more STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) graduates to help drive the state's economy than any other campus, and we produce more STEM high school teachers than any other university in Colorado.

The online Student Affairs in Higher Education (SAHE) Master of Science degree prepares you for a career in student affairs through a curriculum taught by faculty who are both scholars and practitioners of student affairs. Through the SAHE master's degree, you will learn professional competencies needed to be successful in a wide range of settings on college and university campuses, including financial aid, admissions, student activities, advising, residence life, and many other functional areas. Through your course of study you'll learn specific skills including:

• Student affairs theories, and assessments and evaluations related to student affairs practice
• Cross-cultural and diversity issues within the context of higher education
• How diverse student learning, developmental theory, and research are relevant to students' education and development
• Current issues and practices in the student affairs profession
• Administration functions and services in your choice of at least two distinct student affairs functional areas

You'll also learn professional practice competencies that will help you function in an administrative capacity and increase your abilities to manage yourself, communicate effectively, and establish healthy and effective working relationships. These professional competencies will be gained not only through coursework but also through the two practicum experiences.

Colorado State University offers an innovative and unique Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering degree shaped by input from industry and government leaders in engineering, and taught by renowned faculty with real-world experience. In our program you will cover critical topics such as risk analysis, project management, support systems, and engineering processes. The degree also features courses relevant to specific fields of expertise - all designed to meet the growing industry demand for trained systems engineers.

Working professionals can maintain their busy work and travel schedules with this flexible program that can be taken online or on-campus. Classes are available synchronously and asynchronously, which means you can attend class during regular meeting times, or at any time that fits into your schedule. This is a coursework-only program and does not require the completion of a thesis.