Degree Programs and Career Pathways
AA in General Studies
Overview
The AA in General Studies provides learners with a strong foundation in the skills that employers value, such as critical thinking, problem solving, written and oral communication, ethics, collaboration, and more. This degree is a great starting point for learners with little-to-no prior college credits—and it puts you halfway to a bachelor’s degree.
Concentrations
Business
Transforming the Customer Experience
Career Connections
- Banking
- Client Relations
- Customer Service
- Business Support
- Patient Care
- Retail Management
- Sales
- Technical Support
AA in Healthcare Management
Overview
The AA in Healthcare Management offers students a strong foundation in skills employers value, such as critical thinking, problem solving, written and oral communication, collaboration, and more. Students also learn key concepts in healthcare and business relevant to all healthcare professionals—so you can contribute to high-functioning teams in a variety of healthcare fields. There is high demand for skilled healthcare professionals due to an aging population and declining workforce. The AA in Healthcare Management is a great place to start for learners with little-to-no prior college credits—and it puts you halfway to a bachelor’s degree.
Career Connections
- Community Health
- Healthcare Administration
- Medical Office Management
- Medical Technician
- Patient Services
- Record Management
BA in Management
Overview
The BA in Management prepares graduates to plan, oversee, and direct the operations of organizations in a complex, fast-paced, and ever-changing world. Students gain in-demand knowledge and skills to be successful, adaptable managers in a variety of business environments. Students with an associate’s degree or 60+ college credits can start in this program. Many workplaces require a bachelor’s degree for leadership roles—this program sets you on your path to advancement.
Concentrations
Logistics and Operations
Public Administration
Insurance Services
Career Connections
- Administrative Services Management
- Education Administration
- Claims Adjustment
- Human Resource Management
- General & Operations Management
- Program Analysis
- Public Policy Management
- Public Relations Management
- Risk Management
- Logistics
BA in Communications
Overview
The BA in Communications provides students with knowledge and skills for the public and private sector. In an age of instantaneous and unfiltered global communication, students will develop the analytical skills needed to generate meaning from a variety of messages across channels, cultures, and modes of delivery. Students will also develop the technical skills to create professional and effective communication assets. Students with an associate’s degree or 60+ college credits can start in this program. Many workplaces require a bachelor’s degree for leadership roles—this program sets you on your path to advancement.
Concentrations
Business
Healthcare
Career Connections
- Education
- Advertising
- Marketing Management
- Visual Media
- Social Media
- Healthcare Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Corporate Communications
- Public Relations
- Sales Management
- Account Management
BA in Healthcare Management
Overview
The BA in Healthcare Management prepares students with the skills and knowledge sought by leading healthcare organizations to support a growing industry. Students explore how healthcare managers, administrators, and executives plan, direct, and coordinate health services for the populations they serve. Students consider regulation and compliance, healthcare quality management, finance, and other industry trends. Students also master skills in effective professional communication, community engagement, and innovation that will help them grow as healthcare professionals. Students with an associate’s degree or 60+ college credits can start in this program. Many workplaces require a bachelor’s degree for leadership roles—this program sets you on your path to advancement.
Concentrations
Communications
Global Health Perspectives
Career Connections
- Population Health Management
- Healthcare Administration
- Medical Office Management
- Health Communications
- Medical and Health Services Management
- Record Management
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)
SNHU is an accredited, nonprofit leader in online, competency-based education (CBE). SNHU works closely with nonprofits like ours all over the country to support students like you in completing their degree. Watch the video below to learn more about how these community partnerships work.
Master the material. Then move on.
CBE is a fast-growing alternative to the traditional lecture-based learning format or even the online virtual model. A “competency” in this context describes the intersection of a skill, knowledge, and behavior. More and more universities are adopting CBE (and the state of Texas is requiring them to do so!) because CBE rewards real-world knowledge, builds skills employers value, and makes college more accessible to adults balancing work, life, and family. In CBE, you earn your degree by demonstrating mastery of skills and knowledge, rather than spending a predetermined amount of time in a course.
-
Learn by doingCBE is project-based. Projects can be essays, reports, and/or presentations. An SNHU faculty member will review your project to see if you’ve demonstrated mastery of the competency, which is how you earn credits in CBE. It takes 60 competencies (or credits) to earn an Associate of Arts (AA) and another 60 credits to earn a Bachelor of Arts (BA).
-
Accelerate your progress
There’s no cap on the number of credits you can earn in a term, so if the material comes easily to you and/or if you’re able to put in more time, you can earn more competencies/credits that term. The cost per term is a flat fee, so you’ll pay the same tuition price even if you accelerate and earn more credits.
-
Make your own weekly schedule
There are no lectures to attend, on-site exams, or online participation required at a specific time, so you can do coursework any day or time of the week that works for you. You can also meet with your coach any time that works for you—in fact, part of how we pair you with your coach is by checking for a good schedule fit. We find students need 10-12 hours a week, on average, for schoolwork. Your coach will help you build study habits, stay on track, and navigate challenges.
A college degree is just the beginning
Not every pathway is linear, and we recognize and support our students in achieving what matters to them. SNHU is an accredited, nonprofit university; our graduates often continue their education, or go on to exciting careers with higher earning potential.
-
AA to BA with Degree Partners and SNHUEarning your AA with SNHU puts you halfway to a bachelor’s degree. Many students go on to complete their BA at SNHU with Degree Partners coaching support.
-
AA to Bachelor’s at another university
Once you earn your Associate of Arts, you can also continue on to a bachelor’s degree at another institution. This is a great fit for students looking for a specific bachelor’s degree that SNHU doesn’t offer through its CBE program. Your coach can help you prepare your transcript and any required documentation to take the next step.
-
BA to Master’s at SNHU or another university
Some of our graduates go on to earn a master’s degree at SNHU, through their global campus, or at another institution. Degree Partners does not offer coaching through a master’s degree, however, your coach can help you prepare your transcript and any required documentation to take the next step.
-
AA or BA + industry-specific credentials
A college degree is highly valuable in the job market, and a solid foundation upon which you can layer industry-specific certifications. For example, you can earn a generalized Bachelor of Arts, then go on to earn a teaching certification.
