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Montana State Online Graduate Certificates and DegreesMontana State University supports a growing number and variety of online graduate courses, certificates and degree programs. Most programs are designed with the flexibility and versatility that allow working profes-sionals to enroll part-time, and all programs are taught with rigor by faculty who are experts in their fields and experienced in online teaching. Admissions requirements and schedules vary by program; please contact us to schedule a personal advising appointment.

ADDICTION COUNSELING GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

Online courses support students interested in working in the addiction counseling field. Coursework can be applied toward the State of Montana’s Addiction Counselor license. Individual academic advising is provided to tailer a program of study based on individual student academic background.

AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION

This master’s degree program meets the needs of professional agricultural educators by allowing them to continue their education while still working. The program can be tailored to meet each student’s career goals and is designed to improve graduates’ professional and technical skills in the areas of agricultural education, communication, leadership, and extension.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE CERTIFICATE

This one-year program is designed to help architects and professionals in allied fields such as interior design, landscape architecture, engineering and construction to increase their skills in leadership, management and professional practice. The 15-credit program consists of three online courses with a capstone project, which is presented at MSU to leaders in the field. The program follows an academic-year model. For program or student

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MASTER OF EDUCATION IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION - NORTHERN PLAINS TRANSITION TO TEACHING

Several options are available for working educators who desire to become master teachers, scholars, research-ers, or curriculum coordinators in schools, districts, and other educational agencies.

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

This program prepares K-12 principals and superintendents to effectively serve Montana communities and rural communities throughout the Northern Plains and Northern Rocky Mountain region.

FAMILY FINANCIAL PLANNING

Professionals with a bachelor’s degree can start a career assisting people with personal finances. Successful students earn a master’s degree and are eligible to take the Certified Financial Planner® Certification Examina-tion.

LAND RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

This online master’s degree is designed to provide outstanding graduate training opportunities across a breadth of disciplinary interests. Programs are specifically adapted to each student and often address processes at multiple scales through well-integrated, multi-disciplinary efforts.

LIBRARY MEDIA CERTIFICATION

Become a school library media specialist or gain recertification credits in the field.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS - MATHEMATICS EDUCATION OPTION

This blended program of online courses and summer sessions will challenge students’ mathematical thinking and ignite enthusiasm for high school mathematics teaching.

NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES

Earn a graduate certificate through exploration of current and historical aspects of Native American art, law, culture and contemporary issues, and gain a deeper insight into the American Indians of Montana, the region and the nation.

NURSING

Earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in two areas of specialty or a Master of Nursing (MN) via a four-semes-ter or six-semester program.

SCIENCE EDUCATION (MSSE)

This master’s degree is a blend of science content and pedagogy designed for practicing sci-ence educators. Most coursework is online with hands-on summer experiences in and near MSU-Bozeman.

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT

This professional master’s degree program is for technical professionals such as engineers and scientists who want to enhance their technical skills and their skills at managing people, projects and budgets. Choose the online Construction Engineering Management or Land Resources Environmental Science tracks, or choose a student/advisor-designed track, which may or may not be online. Graduate certificates also available.

SCIENCE TEACHING GRADUATE CERTIFICATES AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES

12-credit certificates help educators gain knowledge and competence in Chemistry, Earth Science, Elementary School Science, Life Science, or Physics. Professional development courses on many topics are also available online.

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