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October 10, 2019The Psychology of Performance
Performance psychology is a specialized field that applies psychological principles to help individuals achieve optimal performance under pressure, originally rooted in athletics but now widely used by surgeons, military personnel, corporate executives, and performing artists to elevate focus, resilience, and decision-making in high-stakes environments.
October 7, 2019On the Job With a Master of Human Resources Management Degree
Sonia Wilkinson completed her Master of Human Resources Management (HRM) degree from National University in 2018. With an undergraduate degree in general business and a career in real estate that halted when the market fell apart, she took advantage of the downtime to reinvent herself in a career with extensive people interaction. Wilkinson says, “It ...
October 3, 2019Living in San Diego: Enhance Your Life with an Educational Certificate
If you are living in San Diego and also want to teach here, you’re in luck. With more than 730 schools in the county alone, there is no doubt there is a growing need for teachers and other educational professionals in the greater San Diego region. Careers in education are often considered some of the ...
September 30, 2019Choosing an Online Master’s: Forensic Science vs. Criminal Justice
Choosing the right online master's degree requires evaluating four operational factors: accreditation and institutional reputation, schedule and pacing format, curriculum alignment and available concentrations, and total financial investment including aid options.
September 26, 2019Checklist: What to Look For in an Online Master’s in Organizational Leadership Program
Ethical. Empathetic. Adaptable. These are a few traits of an effective, change-oriented leader. A graduate degree in organizational leadership prepares professionals to lead, develop, and motivate individuals and teams in a diverse and evolving business landscape. As you search for an online master’s in organizational leadership program that fits your needs, develop a checklist of ...
September 23, 2019What Can You Do With a Certification in Forensic Science?
Forensic science certification falls into two distinct categories: academic certificate programs that build foundational or specialized expertise for those entering the field, and professional credentials awarded by specialist boards that validate competency for practitioners already working in forensic disciplines.
September 19, 2019The “Write” Tips: How to Succeed in Your Online MFA Writing Program
There’s plenty of writing advice from scholars, editors, and classic and contemporary authors available online and in books. But what about advice for making the most of a writing program like National University’s Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing? We’ve put together some tips on how to succeed in an online MFA.
September 12, 2019Getting a Master’s in Organizational Leadership Online
You’ve already decided you want to take your leadership skills to the next level. And, after looking at a variety of business-related graduate programs, you’ve determined organizational leadership to be the best fit for your goals; you like its focus on motivating teams and transforming corporate culture. Now it’s a matter of figuring out the ...
September 9, 2019How to Become a Certified Teacher: National and State Board Certifications
Certified public accountant. Licensed registered nurse. Bar-certified attorney. Many industries and occupations rely on third-party organizations to set professional standards, and teaching is no different. In the United States, teaching credentials are issued at the state level and are usually required to teach in public schools. There’s also an opportunity to become a nationally certified ...
September 5, 2019What Master’s Business Programs Are Right For Me?
Today’s global economy and technologically advanced workplaces have broadened the scope of opportunities in almost every sector of business. As you look to advance in your professional career and research the various options available to you, you will find a variety of graduate programs and specializations. With such a range of choices, you may be ...
September 2, 2019Tools & Tactics: A Look at Crime Scene Investigation Training
It’s no surprise that crime scene investigation is a growing and competitive field. That’s partly because movies and TV shows have built a considerable mystique around the profession, but also because increasingly, people pursue careers because they want to make a difference in their communities. The importance of crime scene investigation can’t be understated. It’s ...
August 29, 2019On the Job With an MS in Data Analytics
Aaron Young, who received his Master of Science in Data Analytics from National University (NU), says enrolling in the program was one of the best things he has done for himself. The busy grad is currently a data analyst in the credit analytics department of Axos Bank and also runs his own analytics company, called ...
August 26, 2019How To Become a Certified Autism Specialist
The Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) is an advanced professional credential issued by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) that recognizes educators, healthcare professionals, and clinicians who have demonstrated specialized expertise in supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder, designed for professionals with regular contact with autistic individuals rather than as an entry-level designation.
August 19, 2019Becoming a Fingerprint Analysis Pro
Becoming a professional fingerprint analyst, formally known as a latent print examiner, requires a foundational degree, specialized training, supervised casework experience, and professional certification before work product is court-admissible.
August 15, 2019Ask the Expert: What is a Nurse Anesthesiologist?
When you have a question, it’s always best to turn to a subject matter expert for answers. In our blog series, Ask An Expert, National University staff and faculty members take turns answering challenging questions in their areas of expertise. This time, we asked National University Nurse Anesthesiology Program Director, Bryan Tune, an important question ...
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NU’S Teaching Through Engagement (TTE) Model is Key to Successful Online Learning
At Northcentral University, we reject the “sage on stage” model of teaching – where a professor stands in the front of the room and lectures. It was never very effective in the traditional classroom, and is disastrous in an online course. Instead, we use a model, unique to NU, called Teaching Through Engagement (TTE), © ...
August 12, 2019What is an MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics?
An MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics combines advanced business strategy with specialized operations knowledge, preparing graduates for executive and consulting roles overseeing global logistics networks, procurement, demand planning, and the integration of emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain into supply chain operations.
August 8, 2019Criminalistics: Adding a Specialization to Your Master in Forensic Science Online
Not all superheroes wear capes. Some of them wear lab coats. If your superpower is science (either chemistry or biology at the undergraduate degree level), you could be joining the fight against crime and solving real-world mysteries with a master in forensic science online degree specializing in criminalistics at National University. The criminalistics specialization of ...