School Facts
Institutional Accrediting Agency
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Address
10000 E. University Drive
Prescott Valley AZ 86314
Calendar Type
Courses begin on the first of each month, and may be completed anytime within a 12-week semester. Learners may begin their next course ahead of schedule upon completion of the previous course in order to move quickly through their degree program.
Credit-earning Options
Credits from an accredited institution, military training and experience, and AP, CLEP, and DSST tests may be awarded in transfer. Determination of transfer credits will be verified with a transcript review.
Delivery Format
NCU's distance-learning model allows learning to take place 100% online. All learning takes place asynchronously.
Technical Requirements
Pentium 300 MHz or faster processor, minimum 32 MB RAM, minimum 2 GB free hard disc space, CD-ROM drive, 28.8 Kbps or faster modem, Windows 98 or 95, AntiVirus checker, Email and Internet access
Geographic Restrictions
None.
Loans Offered
NCU prides itself on being learner-centered and caring about the success of our learners. We provide tuition payment options that we feel meet your needs and permits the University to prosper and grow.
PhD in Business - Project Management
This specialization from NorthCentral University serves to enhance the understanding and practice of organizational leadership using an interdisciplinary approach between business and education theory and research. The focus of this specialization is to provide the Learner with a theoretical research approach to strategic planning in all phases of organizational leadership including building organization capacity and sustainability. This interdisciplinary specialization appeals to professionals in business administration, human resources, non-profit administration, and related fields, whose professional goal may be organizational consulting or a senior leadership position in corporate, government, not-for-profit, educational or community organizations.
PhD in Education - Educational Leadership
NCU's online Ph.D. in Education program is suitable for learners who want to combine a strong base of theoretical knowledge with an individualized focus to conduct research in and about PK-12, postsecondary and adult learning environments. Ph.D.s in Education are found in many different roles in academia, industry and not-for-profit organizations, including educational consultant, academic researcher, policy maker, educational theorist, and faculty member or administrator in a higher education setting. The School of Education at NCU is committed to preparing Educational Leaders and scholars through a comprehensive program of study in Educational Leadership (EL) addressing the ever-changing conditions and emerging issues within the context of education. Dedicated to the University's mission of providing excellence in teaching, research, and service, the program promotes a broad array of values, knowledge, and skills essential to renew and improve education in the 21st century.
For program disclosure information, click here