Experience Benedictine University

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 on a rich history and tradition of excellence in education. We offer small class sizes and the personal attention expected of a private university.

Benedictine University is Regionally Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA)* and the Illinois State Board of Education**.

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.

*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

Master of Public Health (Online)

The Benedictine University online Master of Public Health (MPH) program prepares professionals for the rapidly changing world of health and health care in a format that allows for continuation of work and outside obligations.

Our program features flexible web-based courses and online collaboration with faculty and classmates from across the country. Our students become broadly educated in the core disciplines of public health and investigate the current needs of the profession, as well as emerging trends.

Public health professionals are at the forefront of the global effort to combat poverty, inequities, disease and epidemics. Dynamic and capable leaders are needed to guide communities toward a healthy future.

Learning at Benedictine combines instructional expertise with individual initiative, creativity, research opportunities and field experience so that the adult learner will find the MPH experience a stepping-stone to professional success.

Master of Public Health in Disaster Management (Online)

Emphasizing the many skills necessary to prevent disasters from a health standpoint, assess risk, develop plans, communicate with various organizations and populations, act in accordance with established models and practices and aid in recovery.

A Certificate in Disaster Management is also available.

Master of Public Health in Health Management & Policy (Online)

Concentration designed for health care professionals who participate in policy development. Health policy originates at many different levels in health care and professional organizations, and in government. It requires that the professional be able to assess the adequacy of current practices and to be able to recommend changes.

Master of Public Health in Health Education & Promotion (Online)

Concentration is designed for persons who participate in or lead health promotion activities in a variety of settings. Health educators are employed in health departments, health maintenance organizations, hospitals, employee assistance programs, voluntary organizations and social service agencies.

Dual MBA/MPH (Online)

Today's public health professionals are faced with both old and new public health challenges—the HIV/AIDS pandemic, the threat of bioterrorism, epidemics ranging from heart disease to cancer to obesity, the health of our increasingly elderly populations, the safety of our water and our food, and high-risk behaviors like smoking and substance abuse that endanger our health.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA)/Master of Public Health (MPH) dual degree option adds the comprehensive business core of an MBA to the Master of Public Health.

The MBA/MPH program results in the earning of both the MPH and the MBA degrees. The breadth of the program enables students to take leadership roles and pursue a myriad of career opportunities across the health care spectrum.

Master of Science in Nursing (Online)

The healthcare industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in the American economy. At Benedictine University, we're shaping the next generation of nurse leaders, nurse educators and nurse administrators. Benedictine's online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is a great solution for working nurses who want to get ahead. With the flexibility of online classes, students can learn anytime, anywhere and maintain their work and family responsibilities.

Students will experience rich interaction with highly-acclaimed faculty and online support that's second-to-none. Our unique nursing curriculum allows students to create a custom Area of Focus in areas like finance, accounting, disaster management, organizational behavior, and numerous others. There's no other program like it.

Benedictine's students graduate with expertise in leadership, education, administration, and global healthcare. Our online MSN is a convenient, cutting-edge way to prepare for your professional goals.

Certificate in Disaster Management (Online)

Benedictine University's Disaster Management Certificate is designed for the widest spectrum of emergency response professionals including government officials, law enforcement, emergency services, public health and other health care professionals.

Disasters such as the recent flooding in the heartlands, the tragic failures of Hurricane Katrina, wildfires in California, the deadly Myanmar cyclone, and startling earthquakes in China (just to name a few) have reaffirmed the need for professionals that have the real, unfaltering skills required to be effective emergency responders.

If you are an emergency responder, our curriculum will prepare you for multiple phases of disaster management including mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.

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