Founded in 1993 by Glenn R. Jones and launched in 1995, Jones
International University (JIU) was the first fully online
university to receive United States regional accreditation. JIU
combines technology with educational content to deliver
convenient, high-quality, affordable education. Faculty, staff
and students interact via asynchronous online technologies such
as email and online forums. JIU has no brick-and-mortar campus or
satellite campus requirements. JIU students log into their
courses from wherever they have access to a computer and the
internet.
Business communication is a unique field of study, combining
business acumen, management knowledge, interpersonal,
organizational and intercultural communication skills with
technological expertise. This program's multidisciplinary
approach prepares students for the interpersonal and management
challenges of today's workplace. Creativity, innovation,
entrepreneurship and leadership in communications are program
priorities. We focus on vital business communication issues
involved in e-business and global organizational communication.
Students can expect our exciting blend of academic theory and
practical skills to give them new insights into how they work and
interact.
Specialties within the Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication
program include the following:
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) (Online)
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Leading business and education professionals from around the
globe have tapped into the internet's extraordinary power for
business, technical and managerial support. JIU brings
university-quality online learning to the next level with our
Bachelor of Business Administration degree programs.
JIU focuses on individuals who are looking for training in
business administration to enter the world of global or
e-business administration or for those already in the field who
want to accelerate their careers.
With the JIU curriculum, you do not need to have significant
business and technical preparation to enter the program because
it is designed to provide a very strong base in the fundamentals
of business administration. All courses stress the application of
current administration, management and technical solutions to
business problems.
Specialties within the Bachelor of Business Administration
program include:
- BBA in Accounting
- BBA in Corporate Finance
- BBA in Customer Care Management
- BBA in General Business
- BBA in Health Care Management
- BBA in Sales and Marketing Management
- BBA in Technology Services Management
Master of Arts in Business Communications (MABC) -
Entrepreneurship (Online)
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Do you have what it takes? Every business begins with a dream. But what separates those that fail from those that flourish is someone who has the vision, strategy, and discipline to nourish and grow that dream. If you possess the entrepreneurial spirit but need the practical skills to run a successful business in the field of professional communication, this program is for you! In this specialization, you will study key principles and practices critical to establish a communications-oriented small business and position it for growth.
Master of Arts in Business Communications (MABC) - Leadership and
Influence (Online)
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Become the leader you were meant to be. Today's headlines are filled with news of corporate scandals, fiscal mismanagement and executive greed at the expense of the company, employee and shareholders. Public awareness of corporate abuse has renewed interest in the role of a leader and the power of influence within an organization, especially in our global economy. This degree program was designed to give business leaders (or those aspiring to positions of power) a strong foundation in the principles of strong leadership and stewardship and arm them with the most effective strategies to resolve conflict and affect positive change.
Master of Arts in Business Communications (MABC) - Leading the
Customer-Driven Organization (Online)
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Putting your customer first is key. The best and brightest leaders in any organization share one common secret: If you take care of your customer, success will follow. Despite most companies' claim that they are customer-centered, most organizational structures are, in fact, product-driven. But times are changing. This specialization examines the paradigm shift in business assumptions about the customer and enables you to implement important structural changes designed to meet the needs of your organizations customers -- both external and internal. You also will gain highly relevant and valued practical knowledge on positive leadership and how it functions in relation to the customer.
Master of Arts in Business Communications (MABC) - Project
Management (Online)
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An unstoppable combination. A core competency in business communications paired with comprehensive strategic project management knowledge will undoubtedly give you the competitive edge in today's global project-oriented marketplace. This degree program will you equip you with tangible communications strategies and expertise for leadership in business while providing you with critical management skills to optimize performance throughout any project life cycle.
Master of Business Administration (Online)
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Students in our online MBA programs explore critical business
processes, design real-life projects, collaborate with other
students, and conduct in-depth studies of high-demand business
areas.
Courses are structured so that students learn by directly
applying course content to real-life challenges and problems they
encounter in the workplace. Each course of study connects the
academic to the practical, giving Jones MBA graduates skills they
can put to work immediately.
Students work with their academic advisors to pace themselves
through the program. The time needed to complete the degree
depends on each student's time, energy and abilities.
MBA candidates at Jones International University will graduate
with the following skills:
- Effective organizational management skills
- The ability to use financial data in planning and
decision-making
- An understanding of information systems and their management
- A strategic understanding of marketing in a global economy
- Skills for developing and implementing a competitive economic
strategy
- Project management skills immediately applicable to real-life
challenges
- A personal and professional code of ethics that incorporates
cultural, economic and political factors
Specialties within the Master of Business Administration program
include:
- MBA in Accounting
- MBA in Entrepreneurship
- MBA in Finance
- MBA in Global Enterprise Management
- MBA in Health Care Management
- MBA in Information Security Management
- MBA in IT Management
- MBA in Negotiation and Conflict Management
- MBA in Project Management
Master of Education in Corporate Training and Knowledge
Management (Online)
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The modern-day explosion of information and knowledge management tools has made accessing and creating information anytime, from anywhere, a new reality. Corporate trainers and those who lead adult learning organizations must keep pace with changing education and training methods to infuse e-Learning into national and international teaching and learning models.
Doctorate in Business Administration
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Do you seek the pinnacle in academic credentials? Jones
International University has created a fully online Doctorate of
Business Administration program that requires no residency and
can be completed in as few as three years.
JIU's world-class doctorate faculty deliver a powerful program
designed to enhance your critical thinking and analytical skills,
hone your leadership abilities and enable you to develop an
expertise in conducting and understanding research.
Your coursework builds toward a final project with emphasis on
the solution of real business problems. In addition, JIU's unique
mentoring program supports your academic progress and helps
ensure the successful completion of your degree.
Who Should Enroll:
- Middle level managers with goals to become executives
- Non-profit managers who may not have specific business
training
- Military officers transitioning to civilian careers
- Corporate trainers with goals to be business executives
- Community college administrators looking for the next level
in their administrative careers
- Corporate/executive coaches desiring business credentials to
expand their practice
- Management consultants looking to gain a competitive
advantage over their competition
- School Superintendents who desire more business expertise
- Community College business faculty members wanting to remain
competitive
- Entrepreneurs seeking stronger business management credential
Application Requirements:
- JIU Application and $60 U.S (non-refundable) application fee
- Submit an official transcript that documents an earned
master's degree and a minimum GPA of 3.0 from a college or
university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (or its
international equivalent)
- Submit a well-written essay
- Submit a professional résumé
- Submit three strong recommendations from professionals who
are familiar with his/her academic and/or field performance
Accreditation
Jones International University is accredited by the Higher
Learning Commission, a member of the North Central Association, a
United States regional accrediting agency. Contact them at
www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org or at 30 North La Salle
Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602 or call toll-free
800.621.7440. Regional accreditation is the highest level of
accreditation a university can obtain and is recognized
throughout the USA.