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Online Graduate Degree Programs

• M.A. in Communication - Organizational Communication & Leadership
  The M.A. in Communication - Organizational Communication & Leadership focuses on the management of communication and the relationships between an organization and its strategic audience. Effective communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills together with a strong leadership element round out a degree that is highly applicable in today's ever changing business world. The M.A. in Communication has a thesis/non-thesis option that serves both students seeking professional advancement as well as those looking toward doctoral work in Communication.

• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Public Administration
  The School of Management has offered both a Masters of Business Administration and a Masters of Public Administration degree program since the 1970's. In 1998, Marist launched the first online MBA to be approved by New York State, followed in 1999 by the MPA program. In 2002, the Master of Business Administration received the prestigious AACSB accreditation which places it among the top 30% in North America.
• Master of Science in Information Systems
  Offered by the School of Computer Science and Mathematics, this programs provides advanced training and experience in both computer science and business administration. The focus of the program is on problem solving in business using the systems approach; cooperative work environments; managing and applying appropriate technology; and driving organizational change for competitive advantage.

For additional information about the Marist MBA or MPA programs and the online option, visit their homepages.

Online Undergraduate Degree Programs

• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program
  The Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program is the only undergraduate degree program housed in the School of Global and Professional Programs. Students in the Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program attend classes at the main campus in Poughkeepsie, and at the Fishkill Center.  In Fall 2009, the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science available in 100% online format.