The Phoenix campus opened in 1977, following interests expressed by local American Baptists who welcomed Ottawa University into an area where private, church-related educational institutions were rare.

Arizona campuses emphasize flexible scheduling, frequent course scheduling, frequent course start dates, and the delivery of educational resources at times and places accessible to adult learners.

Arizona offers 17 undergraduate majors, four graduate programs, a post-baccalaureate teacher certification program, a professional education program for teachers, and certificates of advanced graduate studies. Many programs and majors are also available online. During 2002, Ottawa University began offering an online Master of Business Administration program University-wide. Students may complete courses in a classroom setting, online or a combination of both.

Ottawa University - Arizona offers the programs listed below. Click on the 'Expand' Button to get a program description. If you want even more information about that program, simply hit the "Inquire Now" link or click on the blue question mark to request FREE information. A representative from Ottawa will contact you shortly to help you get started!

Bacherlors Degrees:

• Individualized
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  An individualized major is a customized program of study designed specifically to meet student interests. Individualized majors may include courses and learning experiences from more than one subject area and from more than one division. You and a faculty advisor collaborate to develop specific, measurable learning outcomes and assessment strategies, drawing on expertise provided by other faculty members and professionals in the chosen discipline.
  
  Examples of prior individualized majors include areas such as adult education, fire service management, labor relations, and Christian ministry. Students interested in learning more about individualized major opportunities should contact Ottawa University to schedule an appointment with a faculty advisor.
  
  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts in your individualilzed major field of study are listed below. Double majors, minors and concentrations are also available. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
  28 Semester Credit Hours
  
  These courses are individually determined and/or designed by your advisor to meet your career and educational goals.
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  68 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  128 Semester Credit Hours
  
  To determine how close you are to completing your bachelor's degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

• Management
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  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Management are listed below. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
  36 Semester Credit Hours
  
  ACC 30664 Managerial Accounting OR
  OAD 40264 Planning and Budgeting
  COM 32663 Business Communication
  ECO 30564 Economics for Managers
  MAT 20143 Business Mathematics
  OAD 30063 Behavior in Organizations
  OAD 30563 Management
  OAD 31664 Business Ethics
  OAD 32563 Human Resources Administration
  OAD 49300 Seminar in Applied Management (Capstone Course)
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  60 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  128 Semester Credit Hours
  
  To determine how close you are to completing your bachelor's degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

• Psychology
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  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology are listed below. Double majors and concentrations are also available. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
  36 Semester Credit Hours
  
  PSY 12053 Principles of Psychology
  PSY 30153 Theories in Personality
  PSY 30353 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
  PSY 31354 Physiological Psychology
  PSY 32253 Research Design and Analysis
  PSY 32353 Developmental Psychology
  PSY 40854 History and Systems of Psychology
  SOC 30653 Ethic Relations and Multiculturalism
  PSY 49201 Seminar in Psychology: Capstone Course
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  60 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  128 Semester Credit Hours
  
  To determine how close you are to completing your bachelor's degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

• Public Administration
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  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration are listed below. Double majors and concentrations are also available. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours, or the equivalent, in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
  28 Semester Credit Hours
  
  ECO 30564 Economics for Managers
  HPS 13353 American Government
  HPS 40154 Philosophy and Ethics of Public Administration
  OAD 30063 Behavior in Organizations
  OAD 33064 Governmental Budgeting
  OAD 43564 Administration of Public Organizations
  HPS 49300 Public Policy (Capstone Course)
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  60 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  128 Semester Credit Hours
  
  To determine how close you are to completing your bachelor's degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

• Information Technology Systems
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  Please see an associate for more information.

• Business Administration
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  Ottawa University's Business Administration program is results-oriented and offers busy professionals an understanding of leading-edge, 21st century business practices. Focus areas include economics, accounting and finance, human resources, management, law and ethics-all presented in an atmosphere to challenge conventional thinking and expand analysis and problem-solving skills.
  
  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration are listed below. Double majors and concentrations are also available. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
  44 Semester Credit Hours
  
  ACC 20364 Accounting for Business Operations
  ACC 30664 Managerial Accounting
  COM 32663 Business Communication
  ECO 30564 Economics for Managers
  MAT 20143 Business Mathematics
  OAD 30563 Management
  OAD 31063 Business Law
  OAD 31664 Business Ethics
  OAD 31863 Marketing
  OAD 40063 Financial Administration
  OAD 49100 Strategies and Policies - Capstone Course
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  52 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  128 Semester Credit Hours
  
  To determine how close you are to completing your bachelor's degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

• Communication
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  Bachelor of Arts in Communications
  
  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication are listed below. Double majors and concentrations are also available. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
  24 Semester Credit Hours
  
  COM 30163 Interpersonal Communication
  COM 30263 Small Group Communication
  COM 30363 Organizational Communication
  COM 40164 Intercultural and International Communication
  COM 40464 Persuasive Communication
  COM 49100 Applied Seminar in Communication (Capstone Course)
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  72 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  128 Semester Credit Hours
  
  To determine how close you are to completing your bachelor's degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

• Health Care Management
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  Double majors and concentrations are also available. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  The Health Care Management major offers two tracks. The Clinical Track will enable those who currently have a registry or license (i.e. radiologist, registered nurse, etc.) to transfer in course work and complete the core courses.
  
  The Non-Clinical Track is designed to assist individuals interested in health care management/administration who do not hold a clinical license or registry. Individuals who may be interested in administrative, management, sales, insurance, and reimbursement professions related to health care may find the Non-Clinical Track beneficial.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  NON-CLINICAL TRACK REQUIRED COURSES
  
  Business Mathematics or equivalent
  Economics
  OAD 36010 Introduction to Health Care Delivery
  OAD 36000 Medical Terminology (1-credit)
  OAD 36020 Planning and Budgeting in Health Care
  OAD 36064 Managing Integration of Health Care Organizations
  OAD 38663 Human Resources in Health Care Organizations
  OAD 40654 Health Care Law and Ethics
  OAD 46000 Health Care Policy and Regulation
  OAD 48563 Management of Health Care Organizations
  OAD 49500 Seminar in Applied Health Care Management (Capstone Course)
  
  CLINICAL TRACK REQUIRED COURSES
  
  OAD 36020 Planning and Budgeting in Health Care
  OAD 38663 Human Resources in Health Care Organizations
  OAD 40654 Health Care Law and Ethics
  OAD 46000 Health Care Policy and Regulation
  OAD 48563 Management of Health Care Organizations
  OAD 49500 Seminar in Applied Health Care Management (Capstone Course)
  

• Human Resources
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  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Resources are listed below. Double majors and concentrations are also available. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
  28 Semester Credit Hours
  
  Computer Literacy: BPC, CIS or professional experience
  College Math: any math class, 100-level or above
  
  Financial Analysis: professional experience OR
  ACC 30664 Managerial Accounting OR
  OAD 40264 Planning and Budgeting
  
  OAD 32563 Human Resources Administration
  OAD 32864 Employment and Staffing
  OAD 30264 Employment Law and Policies
  OAD 41564 Compensation and Benefits
  OAD 41764 Training and Development
  
  OAD 30063 Behavior in Organizations OR
  OAD 30563 Management
  OAD 49200 Seminar in Applied Human Resources (Capstone Course)
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  68 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  128 Semester Credit Hours
  
  To determine how close you are to completing your bachelor's degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

• Human Services
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  Ottawa University's major in human services provides you with information regarding policies and programs designed to meet community needs among varied groups. You learn to evaluate issues regarding diversity and social equity and to assist people in coping with personal challenges related to poverty, substance abuse, mental health, and relational crisis. Careers in private and public sectors include welfare agencies, church ministries, community development programs, and youth and adult homes.
  
  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services are listed below. Double majors and concentrations are also available. Your personal graduation plan may vary based on prior credit granted.
  
  LIBERAL ARTS STUDIES / BREADTH AREA COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  LAS 30012 Proseminar
  LAS 45012 Graduation Review
  
  Plus 6-semester credit hours, or the equivalent, in each of the following Breadth Areas:
  
  Arts / Expression; Social / Civic; Science / Description; Value / Meaning
  
  MAJOR REQUIRED COURSES
  32 Semester Credit Hours
  
  COM 30163 Interpersonal Communication
  HUS 30000 Social Welfare: Issues in Human Services
  HUS 30253 Social Policy and the Community
  HUS 40553 Skills and Techniques in Human Services
  PSY 12053 Principles in Psychology
  PSY 30353 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
  SOC 30653 Ethnic Relations and Multiculturalism
  HUS 49000 Seminar in Human Services: Capstone Course
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  64 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  128 Semester Credit Hours
  
  To determine how close you are to completing your bachelor's degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

Masters Degrees:

• Education
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  The Master of Arts in Education is a minimum 36 semester credit hour program (with the exception of the Professional Development concentration, which is a 30 semester credit hour program offered to educators with five or more years teaching experience and Special Education, which is a 45 semester credit hour program offered to educators, and School Psychology, which is a minimum of 60 credit hours). Additionally, graduate level courses may be applicable toward an advanced post master's program such as the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Community College Counseling, Early Childhood, Education Leadership, Education Intervention, School Guidance Counseling, Special Education Cross-Categorical, and School Psychology.
  
  The program has been created to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to:
  
  Improve and enhance their teaching and services to students.
  Provide their students with an enhanced learning environment.
  Prepare and plan for change in the schools.
  Assist schools and the community to improve education for all students.
  Assess outcomes of school curricula, programs, services, and activities.
  Assume leadership roles in education.
  Engage in continued professional growth.
  The Master of Arts in Education consists of no less than 30 semester credit hours of formal coursework designed to help the adult student acquire subject matter mastery, apply knowledge and conduct research in various areas within the field of education. The program of study consists of foundation (including a Master's Research Project), concentration and elective courses (in some programs).
  
  For those students interested in writing a thesis, a thesis research track is available. Please discuss this option with a graduate advisor.

• Business Administration
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  Ottawa University's Master of Business Administration has been developed to serve the needs of adult learners with high quality professional preparation in business incorporating personal values and professional ethics. The MBA program is offered both online and during the evening in a classroom setting for maximum flexibility.
  
  At Ottawa University, we provide several options for graduate and post-graduate business study. In addition to our MBA program, students have the opportunity to gain more in-depth knowledge in specific content areas through completion of an MBA with a concentration.
  
  The required courses for completion of an MBA program at Ottawa University are outlined below. Students should develop their personal graduation plan in conjunction with the faculty advisors based on their individual educational and professional goals.
  
  FOUNDATION COURSES
  30 semester Credit Hours
  
  BUS 7000 Organizational Behavior and Theory
  BUS 7100 Human Resource Planning and Administration
  BUS 7200 Value Systems and Professional Ethics
  BUS 7450 Strategic Marketing
  BUS 7500 Managerial Economics
  BUS 7600 Managerial Finance
  BUS 7700 Management Information Systems
  BUS 7800 Management Accounting
  BUS 7900 Social, Cultural, Legal and Political Influences on Business
  BUS 8500 Graduate Seminar: Business Policies and Strategies (Capstone Course)
  Must have completed 30 credits before enrolling in BUS 8500 class
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  6 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  36 Semester Credit Hours
  
  Concentrations are available in the following areas:
  
  Finance
  Human Resources
  Health Care
  Leadership
  Marketing

• Professional Counseling
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  The requirements for graduation from Ottawa University with a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling degree are listed below. Additionally, Ottawa University offers students the opportunity to gain deeper knowledge in a specialty area by completing the Master of Arts in Professional Counseling degree with one of four concentrations.
  
  An education plan will be developed in conjunction with your faculty advisor and may vary based on prior credit granted. During your appointment, your advisor will be happy to answer specific questions you may have concerning the program and concentration areas.
  
  REQUIRED SEQUENCE OF COURSES
  
  PYF 7922 Counseling Theories
  PYC 7422 Social and Cultural Concerns in Counseling
  PYF 7132 Counseling and the Helping Professions
  PYC 7832 Human Growth and Development
  PYC 7923 Group Counseling and Dynamics
  PYF 7162 Methods and Models of Research
  PYF 8012 Professional Issues in Counseling
  PYC 7802 Psychological Testing
  PYC 7822 Life Planning and Career Development
  PYC 8112 Theory and Techniques in Marriage and Family Counseling
  PYC 8040 Advanced Psychodiagnostics, Treatment Planning and Program Evaluation
  PYC 8142 Introduction to Addictions and Related Disorders
  Practicum (300 contact hours)
  Internship (600 contact hours)
  
  ELECTIVE COURSES
  15 Semester Credit Hours
  
  TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
  60 Semester Credit Hours
  
  Concentrations are available in the following areas:
  
  Christian Counseling
  Expressive Arts Therapy
  Marriage and Family Therapy
  Treatment of Trauma, Abuse and Deprivation
  
  To get started on completing your Master of Arts in Professional Counseling degree, contact us today to schedule an appointment with an advisor.
  

• Education
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  The Master of Arts in Education is a minimum 36 semester credit hour program (with the exception of the Professional Development concentration, which is a 30 semester credit hour program offered to educators with five or more years teaching experience and Special Education, which is a 45 semester credit hour program offered to educators, and School Psychology, which is a minimum of 60 credit hours). Additionally, graduate level courses may be applicable toward an advanced post master's program such as the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Community College Counseling, Early Childhood, Education Leadership, Education Intervention, School Guidance Counseling, Special Education Cross-Categorical, and School Psychology.
  
  The program has been created to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to:
  
  Improve and enhance their teaching and services to students.
  Provide their students with an enhanced learning environment.
  Prepare and plan for change in the schools.
  Assist schools and the community to improve education for all students.
  Assess outcomes of school curricula, programs, services, and activities.
  Assume leadership roles in education.
  Engage in continued professional growth.
  The Master of Arts in Education consists of no less than 30 semester credit hours of formal coursework designed to help the adult student acquire subject matter mastery, apply knowledge and conduct research in various areas within the field of education. The program of study consists of foundation (including a Master's Research Project), concentration and elective courses (in some programs).
  
  A maximum of 9 semester credit hours may be transferred from graduate education or related coursework. Courses applicable to graduate programs at granting institutions transfer on a credit for credit basis. Other post-graduate education coursework may be acceptable on a partial credit basis.