Online Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Develop the competency to think critically, plan strategically, and lead effectively. This MBA program at American Military University (AMU) cultivates the discipline and insight to guide teams through complex business missions.
Program Overview
This online MBA program offers an in-depth examination of today’s global business environment and the strategies that sustain profitable organizations. Core courses incorporate case studies to engage students in critical-thinking exercises and prepare them to make sound business decisions.
Faculty members enrich the curriculum with insights from their own professional backgrounds across the public and private sectors. AMU’s educators have held roles in Fortune 500 companies, intelligence agencies, and technology firms, as well as government organizations.
MBA students develop essential business skills as they consider how the concepts covered throughout this program translate to real-life corporate settings. Through class discussions and written assignments, learners explore how executive leaders navigate real-world business challenges surrounding:
- Marketing strategies
- Business development
- Management and leadership
- Corporate finance
- Legal and ethical issues
- Business analytics
- Human resource development
- International business operations
Emphasizing career-readiness, the Master of Business Administration program concludes with a final capstone project. Students create e-portfolios to demonstrate their problem-solving and analytical skills.
Master’s in Business Administration Degree Program Concentrations
AMU’s online MBA program includes 20 concentration tracks to provide students with career-relevant, specialized business knowledge and skills. Each track challenges learners with coursework that explores the nuances of the modern business world.
Select a concentration to learn more.
About the Concentration
This general concentration allows you to select from dozens of different concentration courses offered within this program, enabling you to create your own focused area of study.
Program Objectives
This general concentration allows you to select from dozens of different concentration courses offered within this program, enabling you to create your own focused area of study.
About the Concentration
Offers insight into public, corporate, governmental, and nonprofit accounting, as well as accounting principles used in non-accounting fields and personal life. Addresses concepts, standards, and regulations in preparing, auditing, and analyzing financial statements, budgets, and financial plans. Additional topics include fraud detection, check tampering, and the Internal Revenue Service tax code.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Apply accounting knowledge into any branch of the accounting profession including public, corporate, governmental, and not-for-profit accounting.
- Identify accounting concepts, standards, and regulations in preparing, auditing, and analyzing financial statements.
- Analyze financial planning, budgeting, and interpretation of financial results.
- Apply accounting principles for non-accounting fields and personal life.
About the Concentration
Lays the groundwork to define problems, requirements, stakeholders, and resources used to round up information and break it down to reach a variety of business goals. Explores tools used to process data in various fields, including operation, finance, marketing, and management, as well as complex data models built through compiling a portfolio of templates.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Define problems, requirements, stakeholders, and resources.
- Use tools to process data in various fields such as operations, finance, marketing, and management.
- Build complex data models through the compilation of a portfolio of templates.
About the Concentration
The Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence (AI) will enhance your understanding of how businesses operate, plan, and manage critical decisions using artificial intelligence (AI). The concentration is a nontechnical focus, designed for business professionals to gain knowledge in AI applications for business operations and strategies for decision making in a swiftly changing domestic and global business environment. The AI concentration aims to provide a comprehensive, holistic understanding of how AI technologies can be strategically integrated into various functions of business management. *No prior coding or technological experience is needed.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Apply a cross-functional approach to integration of AI applications in business.
- Implement best practices for integrating AI responsive to legal requirements and ethical practice, operational workflows, R&D innovation, and analytics-driven decision-making.
- Identify key decision points and strategies for high level decision makers tasked with implementing workplace change in a rapidly changing technological business environment.
About the Concentration
The Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Business Project Management enhances your understanding of how businesses evolve, adapt, and maintain an enterprise through project management. Through this concentration, you will be introduced to the theories, concepts, and practices that align with project management. You will develop a skill set to track and monitor projects.
Companies depend on project management to stay competitive in developing new offerings, determining the technology needed within the enterprise, updating processes and procedures, and implementing projects for customers.
The concentration is designed for business professionals and military personnel looking to gain knowledge in project management within the business environment.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Evaluate how to properly monitor a project.
- Articulate why a project needs to align with the organization’s strategic plan.
- Analyze the project costs and actuals.
- Create a risk management plan.
- Build a project schedule that integrates the various parts of the project to define the critical path.
- Integrate the various parts of the project to determine the health of the project through cost/schedule metrics.
- Articulate the ethical and legal aspects of project management.
- Analyze the various business tools used to define quality control and quality assurance.
About the Concentration
As defined by industry standards, cybersecurity is the “function of protecting the integrity of data, networks, and programs from unauthorized access, damage, and theft” and as such opens up a field of study that involves course work in areas such as data management, network management, disaster recovery, intrusion protection, computer crime, and many others. Strengthening IT infrastructures and early detection and prevention of attacks is of utmost importance. Recent efforts at cybersecurity legislation have not been as efficacious as needed to fulfill the market growth in this area, leaving a shortage of qualified candidates. Students will learn the business aspects of cybersecurity as cybercrime, cyber terrorism, cyber espionage and cyber-attacks of mammoth levels have led Cybersecurity to become a national priority.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Develop strategies and plans for security architecture consisting of tools, techniques, and technologies to detect and prevent network penetration, and to design effective cybersecurity countermeasures.
- Analyze network designs, topologies, architectures, protocols, communications, administration, operations, and resource management for wired, wireless, and satellite networks that affect the security of the telecommunications within a business environment.
- Compare and contrast various Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Planning models.
- Assess vulnerabilities in telephony, short messaging service (SMS), cellular data networks, and in Voice over IP (VoIP).
- Assess the application of data mining and artificial intelligence techniques in intrusion detection and prevention.
About the Concentration
The Master of Business Administration with a concentration in DoD Program Management enhances your understanding of the strategic process of the DoD acquisition cycles and the responsibilities of the program manager throughout that process. Through this concentration, you will be introduced to the theories, concepts, and practices to establish a federal government program. You will learn how DoD programs differ from civilian programs and projects.
The concentration is designed for federal employees and military personnel looking to enhance their knowledge of the acquisition cycle and program management within the military and federal government.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Analyze the fundamentals of defense systems acquisition management.
- Evaluate the diverse, interrelated and changing nature in the different disciplines of defense systems acquisition management.
- Analyze the regulations and governing structures of defense systems acquisition management.
- Define the role of projects and project management.
- Create a project charter, a scope statement, a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM).
- Explain key elements of a communication plan to keep stakeholders abreast of progress, problems, and controls.
- Describe the steps required to plan a project.
- Explain the key features of an Executive Program Manager’s role in today’s workforce.
- Demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to be a successful executive in today’s government contracting and acquisition organizations.
- Create an Executive level action plan for practical and measurable government contracting and acquisition policy and procedures changes.
- Create explain the role and pitfalls of ethics in executive decision making.
About the Concentration
Provides a foundation for developing skills and knowledge related to a variety of topics related to meeting and event planning and management. Courses focus on event coordination, risk management, leadership, budgeting, financial management, and legal issues related to meeting and event planning and management.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Structure an event plan that identifies goals and objectives as well as potential challenges and security risks.
- Develop a budget for an event to maximize return on investment (ROI)
- Apply best practices of successful companies to an event plan.
- Identify potential risks for an event and develop a mitigation plan.
About the Concentration
The Finance concentration covers a variety of financial subjects relevant to business management, commercial and investment banking, and government finance. Course topics in this concentration include security markets, commercial bank management, investment valuations, portfolio management, capital budgets, and the finance theory and analytical tools used to resolve financial problems and make effective judgments.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Apply skills and expertise in various financial areas, such as risk management, portfolio construction, financial statement analysis, new venture financing, and global finance.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of international finance, global currencies, market data, cross-border transactions, and investment opportunities.
- Evaluate financial data and present information in an effective manner for organizational financial decision-making.
About the Concentration
In the Global Business Management in a Digital World Concentration students examine the current and evolving practices, perspectives, and processes engaged in the global digital environment from both a macro- and micro-level. Subject matter focus includes economic, legal, ethical, technological, and operational perspectives of decision making in an ever-changing global marketplace.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Explore the intricacies of digital transformation on a global scale, including use of digital technologies, their impact on various industries, and the challenges and opportunities they present for businesses operating in different parts of the world.
- Analyze the strategies employed by multinational corporations and global startups to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape, considering factors such as market entry strategies, finance, digital marketing approaches, and supply chain optimization in a global context.
- Examine the ethical implications, legal frameworks, and challenges of transactions and management of cultural diversity in the international business environment, including digital business practices relating to intellectual property rights, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, personnel management, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability in an increasingly digitally connected world.
- Explore best practices for operational management in global digital environments, including supply chain management, logistics optimization, and cross-cultural collaboration, to enhance efficiency and competitiveness in the global marketplace.
- Apply theories of international finance to construct strategies for mitigating financial risk and maximizing return for businesses operating in different parts of the world.
About the Concentration
The concentration in Global Supply Chain Management equips students with an overview of the strategic knowledge and practical skills necessary for the dynamic supply chain industry. Through a curriculum blending theory with real-world applications, students delve into the intricacies of managing risk, logistics, operations, and distribution channels to optimize organizational efficiency and enhance competitive advantage.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate an overall knowledge of different supply chain management areas, including capacity planning, demand management, order management, warehouse management, and transportation.
- Identify global supply chain management best practices.
- Explain how to improve the operational efficiencies of a supply chain.
- Classify supply chain solutions using problem-solving risk management analysis.
About the Concentration
Addresses the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to be successful in today’s contract management industry, including government contracting within federal agencies or military and civilian defense establishments. Topics include FAR requirements, unallowable costs, new acquisition regulations, contract reforms, project management, and risk management.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Explain the elements of cost in overhead.
- Explain the FAR requirements.
- Explain the general treatment of unallowable costs.
- Analyze the fundamentals of defense systems acquisition management.
- Identify the provision of the New Acquisition Regulations.
- Debate whether contract reforms have increase competition.
- Interpret the nature of and justification for the professional military ethic.
- Investigate the basic ethical problems that defense contract managers must solve.
- Demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to be a successful executive in today's government contracting and acquisition organizations.
- Create an Executive level action plans for practical and measurable government contracting and acquisition policy and procedures changes.
- Demonstrate how executive decision making is conducted for complex major military equipment developments.
- Define the role of projects and project management.
- Assess major schedule, cost, and performance risk elements for managing risks.
- Create a project charter, a scope statement, a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), and Responsibility Assignment Matrix(RAM).
About the Concentration
Discusses strategies for creating efficient and effective organized delivery systems, key metrics to monitor operations, and proper techniques for gathering and analyzing health care performance measurement data. Takes an in-depth look at the financial side of healthcare, including budgets, costs, prices, and profit margins.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Assess strategies for creating efficient and effective organized delivery systems.
- Create budgets for the purpose of planning.
- Compute costs, prices, and profit margins.
- Use proper techniques for gathering and analyzing healthcare performance measurement data.
- Analyze key metrics to monitor operations.
About the Concentration
The Human Resource Management in a Global World concentration compares various managerial approaches to employment law, discussing rewards systems, measurement of employee performance, and other compensation packages. Courses in this concentration will probes policies and procedures involving legislative, regulatory, and organizational issues affecting human resource management in a global workforce. Other course topics include workplace safety and the recruitment, development, and training of human capital.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Evaluate various laws, rules, regulations, and policies affecting human capital in today’s global workforce.
- Recommend strategic initiatives involving the human resources department that align with the strategic direction of the organization.
- Differentiate individual and group behavior in organizations to increase awareness of the problems and opportunities in managing human resources.
About the Concentration
Delves into successful project management for information technology (IT) projects, including evaluation of various system development life cycle (SDLC) models (waterfall, spiral, incremental release, and prototyping) and application of corresponding methods to identify critical checkpoints and reviews. Examines technologies, policies, and practices to ensure security in information systems.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Evaluate various System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) models.
- Examine strategies to apply technology to enhance productivity in organizations.
- Assess and mitigate risk in Information Technology initiatives.
- Appraise technologies, policies, and practices to assure security in information systems.
About the Concentration
The MBA concentration in Leading the Digital Workplace enhances the student understanding of the skills and knowledge related to leading and managing digital and remote working environments. The concentration enhances the student?s skills in addressing the organization?s reputation, value, and sustainability, with a focus on its employees, customers, stakeholders, suppliers, and the public.
Typical topics include the lack of face-to-face supervision, social disconnect, access to information, productivity, and culture. This concentration is suitable for leaders and managers in business, government, military, and other professional settings.
This concentration offers the business professional the opportunity to learn from accomplished professionals who have considerable experience in Fortune 500 companies, the military, government, and other industries. During the program, students will be encouraged to share experiences with other business students. This Master of Business Administration concentration in Leading the Digital Workplace has been designed in consultation with industry experts.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Gain insight into the elements of managing and leading remote organizations.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of remote daily operations.
- Apply the behaviors and traits of effective leaders.
- Articulate why remote operations need to align with the organization’s strategic plan.
- Research policies and initiatives and develop performance goals that are strategic and ambitious.
- Explore ethical and legal issues included in an organization’s digital and remote operations.
- Develop an effective communication plan to support remote workers.
- Incorporate the resource requirements in a remote operating plan.
- Create an e-portfolio that is representative of the skills learned or enroll in comprehensive exam, to be chosen at the student’s discretion.
About the Concentration
Analyzes supply chain management, global and electronic marketing strategies, and ecommerce business opportunities. Probes the development of business, product, and pricing strategies, as well as the creation, execution, and management of business plans for successful entry into business areas. Critical evaluations of websites, web tools, promotions, advertising, selling, and communications are also explored.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Analyze e-commerce business opportunities and formulate business strategies.
- Analyze global and electronic marketing strategies.
- Develop product and pricing strategies.
- Analyze supply chain management.
- Develop business plans for successful entry to business areas.
- Formulate, execute, and manage global business plans.
About the Concentration
The Master of Business Administration degree in Crisis Management (MCM) enhances understanding of how a disaster could impact an organization’s reputation, value, and sustainability, with a focus on its employees, customers, stakeholders, suppliers, and the general public. Business sustainability and competitiveness depend on the stability of resources and the continuity of operations. A clear competitive advantage includes the availability of a business continuity strategy.
The degree is designed for business professionals and military personnel. Through the online Master of Business Administration in Crisis Management, the student will be introduced to the theories, concepts, and practices that align crisis management programs in a comprehensive business plan. Students will develop a skill set for translating problems and crises into solutions for implementation as they learn how to lead organizations through oftentimes complex transformations. Completion of this degree will build management skills at various levels of corporate, government, military, and nonprofit sectors.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Gain valuable insight on how businesses/organizations can be better prepared to face crises and challenges.
- Evaluate the stages of a crisis management plan and the effectiveness of sustainable initiatives.
- Articulate why any management plan needs to align with the organization’s strategic plan.
- Determine if an organization has the necessary technology and processes in place to ensure the continuity of the business in case of a crisis or disaster.
- Research policies and initiatives and develop performance goals that are strategic and ambitious.
- Build an awareness of AI and sustainability programs already in place within the company.
- Learn how public relations and media sources play a critical role in the crisis response formulation.
- Explore ethical and legal issues included in an organization’s crisis management plan.
- Conduct a post-crisis review when the crisis is no longer the focal point but still requires attention.
- Create an e-portfolio that is representative of the skills learned or enroll in comprehensive exam, to be chosen at the student’s discretion.
About the Concentration
Technology can provide a clear competitive edge when leaders understand how to leverage it in order to drive decisions. The Operational Technology Management concentration of the Master of Business Administration program enhances the student’s understanding of technology’s impact on a leader’s decision-making and the company’s sustainability. The concentration also advances the student’s knowledge in determining when to use technology. The student will be exposed to how technology can enhance profitability and return on investment.
The concentration is designed for business professionals and military personnel. Through the online Master of Business Administration in Operational Technology Management, the student will be introduced to the theories, concepts, and practices that align with the operational technology concentration. Students will be exposed to the skill set for translating complex problems into answers through technology, as they learn how to lead organizations. Completion of this concentration will build management skills at various levels of corporate, government, military, and nonprofit sectors.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Gain valuable insight on how businesses/organizations can make better decisions with technology.
- Evaluate the various types of technology that can help with decision-making.
- Articulate how artificial intelligence assists with data-mining.
- Determine if an organization has the necessary technology and processes in place to further the decision-making process.
- Evaluate effective business presence on the web.
- Conduct a technology review of your organization.
About the Concentration
Illustrates managerial leadership theories and practical concepts utilized by sports industry professionals in leadership positions. Critiques sport marketing strategies and finance theory and concepts relevant to the sports, fitness, health, and wellness operations. Looks at promotions, public relations, and communications involved in the sports industry.
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this concentration, the student will be able to:
- Illustrate managerial leadership theories and practical concepts utilized by sports industry professionals in leadership positions.
- Critique sport marketing strategies, economic decision making, and finance theory and concepts relevant to the sport industry.
- Analyze ethical and legal practices in today’s global sports industry.
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Students in this MBA program discuss the theoretical concepts that shape real-world strategies used by business leaders. Courses integrate thought-provoking discussions and collaborative assignments to help learners sharpen their leadership skills and practice informed decision-making.
MBA students also:
- Compare different managerial approaches to understand their effect on the individual, group, and organization
- Analyze legal, regulatory, and compliance issues impacting managers
- Evaluate advanced analytic methods and techniques to address current and future business needs
- Learn how to make business decisions using analytical financial tools
- Examine business strategies and approaches to win and retain customer segments and increase growth
- Compare strategies used to plan for current and future customer needs
Through core courses and concentration tracks, MBA students become well-versed in the business practices and leadership strategies best suited to today’s professional landscape. Learners discuss how business leaders apply their expertise to strengthen organizational performance and drive measurable results.
MBA graduates may have potential career opportunities as:
- Program managers, who lead complex government programs involving multiple contracts and stakeholders
- Contract specialists/procurement managers, who plan and execute acquisitions, develop requests for proposals (RFPs), evaluate proposals, negotiate terms, and monitor vendor performance
- Budget analysts, who may work for federal agencies and prepare, justify, and monitor capital budgeting, in addition to advising on fiscal controls
- Management analysts, who evaluate organizational programs and policies, and may work with federal agencies to recommend strategies for improving efficiency, performance, and accountability
- Logistics managers/supply chain managers, who coordinate with suppliers and transporters to support readiness, distribution, and sustainment
- Human resources managers, who lead workforce planning, hiring, and development while ensuring compliance with policy and merit systems
- Operations research analysts, who collect and interpret data to build models that help senior decision-makers manage resources effectively
- Public affairs managers/communications managers, who plan and deliver strategic communications and oversee stakeholder engagement for public missions
AMU’s online MBA prepares you for common challenges that organizational leaders encounter. Coursework equips you with advanced business skills as you consider how executives oversee operations in today’s interconnected global environment. You will develop cross-functional expertise as you study everything from financial management principles to proven marketing strategies.
Your studies will also prepare you to:
- Formulate mission-aligned strategies across interagency contexts using evidence-based analysis and scenario planning
- Lead cross‑functional teams through change in regulated, mission-driven environments
- Formulate mission-aligned strategies into interagency contexts using evidence-based analysis and scenario planning
- Apply private-sector budgeting and cost analysis techniques to evaluate programs and allocate resources effectively
- Integrate acquisition and contract management principles to plan procurements and manage vendor performance
- Use analytics to inform operations, readiness, and logistics decisions
- Manage complex problems using Project Management Body of Knowledge® (PMBOK®)11 and earned value management system (EVMS) concepts
- Track costs, scheduling, and technical performance while overseeing projects
- Assess compliance-related risks, as well as ethical issues, in government/federally regulated settings and recommend mitigation strategies
- Communicate effectively, preparing succinct memos and briefings tailored to senior leaders and interagency stakeholders
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Explore AMU’s Core MBA Courses
AMU’s online MBA degree program familiarizes students with the steps executives take to make sound business decisions. Core courses explore management theories and principles, in addition to the financial, legal, and ethical issues that business leaders must be prepared to confront. Concentration tracks further expand on specific organizational functions to equip learners with practical, career-relevant business knowledge.
Explore Networking Opportunities for Students in AMU’s Business Programs
This online MBA program connects you with faculty and peers who share business knowledge from their extensive professional and academic backgrounds. Explore opportunities to network with these individuals beyond the virtual classroom through virtual communities and student clubs, including the University’s:
- Association of Latino Professionals for America
- Delta Mu Delta Honor Society (international honors society for high-achieving business students)
- Kappa Beta Delta Honor Society (for students pursuing business, management, or administration degrees)
AMU also hosts dozens of social and cultural student organizations, as well as groups that bring together servicemembers and veterans. Learn more about student life and how you can enrich your online learning experience at American Military University.
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Learn More About AMU’s Online Master of Business Administration Program
The value of a Master of Business Administration (MBA) depends on how you apply your business knowledge and leadership skills to real-world situations post-graduation. MBA programs introduce students to the advanced practices today’s business leaders employ to lead successful operations.
Pursuing an MBA degree also enables you to expand your professional network: Courses bring together classmates and faculty members with backgrounds in public- and private-sector organizations.
AMU’s online MBA degree program is designed to strengthen your ability to think critically, interpret data, and lead with confidence.
The program’s structure is intentionally designed for working professionals who value both academic growth and flexibility. New courses start every month, and most run for 8 weeks.
Courses are asynchronous, which means there are no set login times. You may access course materials and participate in weekly discussions on your own time while completing written assignments each week.
You’ll exchange ideas with peers who bring experience from military, government, and business operations.
The program incorporates interactive discussion boards, case study analyses, and collaborative projects to engage MBA students and encourage critical thinking. The result is a professional learning community that values participation, respect, and the practical application of knowledge.
Pursuing an MBA degree can be a practical choice, especially for students interested in advancing their business knowledge and sharpening their leadership skills. Many business schools also provide powerful networking opportunities, as classmates and faculty members often have extensive professional backgrounds.
AMU’s online Master of Business Administration program connects learners with faculty members who bring leadership experience from organizations in both the public and private sectors.
AMU’s online Master of Business Administration program requires the same academic rigor as traditional on-campus business programs. The program is also accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), ensuring that it meets established benchmarks for quality and relevance.
The program’s format simply provides greater flexibility, allowing professionals, servicemembers, and students with family commitments to complete their studies through remote, online learning.
Faculty engagement, peer collaboration, and project-based learning help prepare students for the demands of modern business environments. MBA graduates therefore demonstrate discipline and initiative—qualities essential for leadership in today’s global, technology-driven world.
Rather than treating AI as a separate discipline, AMU integrates it into this online MBA degree program. Learners dissect the relationship between technology and human judgment. Courses also examine how emerging AI tools will reshape industries, influence strategies, and ignite new ethical concerns.
This approach equips graduates to apply AI responsibly in pursuit of efficiency, integrity, and organizational growth.
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The Preferred Military Rate is $250 per credit hour for undergraduate and master's-level courses. This rate is available to all U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families, including parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents.
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