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Browse through 180+ academic programs in 12 degree-granting schools and colleges, or use our program finder to search what you’re looking for.
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Accounting, B.B.A.
Major- College:
- School of Business
- Degree:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Location:
- Atlanta, Henry County, Online (100%)
- Format:
- Evening/Weekend, Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses), Online (100%)
Build a solid academic foundation in preparation for a successful career in the accounting profession, whether in public accounting firms, government, corporations, or as an independent certified public accountant (CPA). Accountants often are required to hold a CPA designation, and Mercer graduates have a successful track record in obtaining this certification.
Mercer’s AACSB-accredited degree programs adhere to ISO 9000 quality standards and represent the top 5% of business programs worldwide.
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Autism Endorsement
- College:
- College of Education
- Degree:
- Non-degree, Graduate
- Location:
- Online (100%)
- Format:
- Online (100%)
Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The Autism Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. This endorsement will provide the certified teacher with knowledge and competencies to work with students on the autism spectrum. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)
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Business Analytics, M.S.
- College:
- School of Business
- Degree:
- Master's Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%), Atlanta
- Format:
- Day, Online (100%)
Earn the degree that puts you in high demand. Companies are seeking highly-skilled individuals who have a knack for thinking analytically and have mastered the ability to convert data into information that will guide decision-making. If this sounds like the career path for you, we’ve got the tools you need to take purposeful steps toward establishing yourself as a valuable leader in the business world. This program is offered in two cohort delivery models: a weekday, on-campus format consisting of in-person classes on Mercer’s Atlanta campus that is completed in 16 months, and an online format that is completed in 15 months.
Mercer’s AACSB-accredited degree programs adhere to ISO 9000 quality standards and represent the top 5% of business programs worldwide.
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Christian Ministry, M.A.
- College:
- School of Theology
- Degree:
- Master's Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%), Atlanta
- Format:
- Day, Online (100%)
The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry is a professional degree that prepares students for leadership in their faith communities. Students develop both the theological foundation and practical skills necessary for local church ministry. The degree is ideal for bi-vocational and part-time ministers, lay-leaders, and ministry-minded professionals from other fields.
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Coaching Endorsement
- College:
- College of Education
- Degree:
- Non-degree, Graduate
- Location:
- Online (100%)
- Format:
- Online (100%)
Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The Coaching Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 or higher teaching certificate. This endorsement will provide the certified teacher with knowledge to utilize performance assessment data to guide, mentor, and lead a variety of teachers and educators. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)
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Compliance, Regulation, and Analytics in Fintech Graduate Certificate
- College:
- School of Business
- Degree:
- Graduate Certificate
- Location:
- Online (100%), Atlanta
- Format:
- Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses), Online (100%)
The graduate certificate in Compliance, Regulation, and Analytics in Fintech teaches individuals how to leverage artificial intelligence to drive innovation by combining data, technology, design, and people to solve problems, and equips participants with the latest information on regulations and compliance.
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Computer Science Endorsement
- College:
- College of Education
- Degree:
- Non-degree, Graduate
- Location:
- Online (100%)
- Format:
- Online (100%)
Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The Computer Science Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. This endorsement will prepare the certified teacher to provide direct instruction to students in grades P-12. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)
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Criminal Justice Leadership, B.S.
Major- College:
- College of Professional Advancement
- Degree:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%), Macon, Atlanta, Douglas County, Henry County
- Format:
- Evening/Weekend, Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses), Online (100%)
Mercer’s B.S. in Criminal Justice Leadership is designed to develop in students the ability to think critically, make ethical decisions, and behave ethically and professionally within the field of criminal justice. Graduates of this program are able to demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of the philosophical, theoretical, and structural aspects of the criminal justice system.
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Crisis Communication – Strategic Communication, B.A.
Major- College:
- College of Professional Advancement
- Degree:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Location:
- Douglas County, Henry County, Online (100%), Atlanta
- Format:
- Evening/Weekend, Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses), Online (100%)
Effective communication is essential to the success of every sector and industry. Gain a better understanding on developing and assessing communication campaigns, building relationships with various stakeholders, and monitoring an organization’s image through application of effective public relations and crisis communication theories with the Crisis Communication certificate.
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Data Science, M.S.
- College:
- College of Professional Advancement
- Degree:
- Master's Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%)
- Format:
- Online (100%)
Mercer’s Master of Science (M.S.) in Data Science covers programming, data structures and algorithms, machine learning, data modeling, computational statistics, computer science courses, and culminates in a capstone project. Students in the data science master’s program are equipped with advanced skills in programming, machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), deep learning, and statistics, and are prepared to tackle complex data-driven challenges across a wide range of industries.
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Database Design and Analytics Certificate
- College:
- College of Professional Advancement
- Degree:
- Undergraduate Certificate, Non-degree, Undergraduate
- Location:
- Atlanta, Online (100%)
- Format:
- Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses), Online (100%)
Mercer’s Database Design and Analytics certificate includes a 15-credit program that prepares individuals to apply data science techniques to identify trends and generate insights from large data sets. Graduates will be able to manipulate and query large data sets, analyze data scientifically, and make strategic business decisions based on their findings.
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Digital Media Communication – Strategic Communication, B.A.
Major- College:
- College of Professional Advancement
- Degree:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Location:
- Henry County, Online (100%), Atlanta, Douglas County
- Format:
- Evening/Weekend, Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses), Online (100%)
Effective communication is essential to the success of every sector and industry. The Digital Media Communication certificate prepares students with the ability to create content and communicate effectively through new and dynamically changing digital and social media platforms. Students will interpret data analytics and metrics to evaluate the reach and effectiveness of social media and digital content.
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Doctor of Pharmacy/Master of Public Health (Pharm D/MPH) Combined Degree
- College:
- College of Health Professions, College of Pharmacy
- Degree:
- Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree
- Location:
- Atlanta, Online (100%)
- Format:
- Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses)
Mercer University’s College of Health Professions (CHP) and College of Pharmacy (COP) offer the Doctor of Pharmacy/Master of Public Health (PharmD/MPH) combined degree program. For qualified students in the COP, students can pursue a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree concurrently with the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. The PharmD degree is earned through the COP and the MPH degree is earned through the CHP.
The MPH degree program is designed to develop students into competent, passionate professionals ready to address the complex and dynamic challenges of public health in neighborhoods and populations in the U.S. and world. The MPH degree will complement the PharmD degree in a manner that will broaden the occupational and professional opportunities of the prospective graduate in community, industry, or institutional practice. The program has been carefully developed to permit concurrent pursuit of both the PharmD and the MPH curricula.
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Doctor of Physical Therapy/Master of Business Administration (DPT/MBA) Combined Degree
- College:
- School of Business, College of Health Professions
- Degree:
- Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%), Atlanta
- Format:
- Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses)
Mercer University’s College of Health Professions and Stetson-Hatcher School of Business present the Doctor of Physical Therapy/ Master of Business Administration (DPT/MBA) combined degree program. The role of the physical therapist in administrative and business aspects of practice is increasing. Particularly in the private practice sector, clinic managers and directors have the responsibility for the administration and financial health of the practice. In addition, with doctoral level training, physical therapists are well positioned to assume administrative responsibilities in many health care organizations. An MBA would greatly enhance the physical therapist’s ability to effectively perform these roles.
Graduates of this program will be empowered to serve the needs of individuals and society while being well positioned to understand the current administrative and leadership environment in which they will engage. Sharing the goal of ethical business and practice, this combined degree program will strengthen the knowledge and ability of graduates to function in a global health care market.
Students admitted to the DPT/MBA program will complete both degrees in 4 years.
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Doctor of Physical Therapy/Master of Public Health (DPT/MPH) Combined Degree
- College:
- College of Health Professions
- Degree:
- Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%), Atlanta
- Format:
- Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses)
Mercer University’s College of Health Professions is pleased to offer the Doctor of Physical Therapy/Master of Public Health (DPT/MPH) combined degree program. The role of the physical therapist in health promotion and wellness is increasing, as is the role of the public health practitioner in addressing societal health concerns, and evaluating community-based programming. Sharing the goals of promoting wellness and health promotion, advocating for improved health of individuals and society, reducing health disparities, and improving the quality of life for families and communities, students in the DPT/MPH combined degree program will be challenged to confront complex health issues, such as improving access to health care, and reducing environmental hazards and injury.
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Doctor of Psychology/Master of Public Health (PsyD/MPH) Combined Degree
- College:
- College of Health Professions
- Degree:
- Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree
- Location:
- Atlanta, Online (100%)
- Format:
- Blended (combination of on-campus and online courses)
Mercer University’s College of Health Professions offers the PsyD/MPH combined degree program. This innovative combined degree program addresses the ongoing mental healthcare provider workforce shortage by preparing graduates to provide cost-effective, evidence-based mental healthcare to diverse populations within Georgia. This program is structured around one specific goal as stated in the Healthy People 2020 objective: “Improve mental health through prevention and by ensuring access to appropriate, quality mental health services”. Innovative programs such as the PsyD/MPH combined degree program address issues within the healthcare delivery system that are essential on both local and national levels. The curriculum plan facilitates preparation of mental healthcare providers who are able to address public health concerns and evaluate community-based programming.
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Doctor of Public Health (Dr.P.H.), Diverse Populations and Health Equity
- College:
- College of Health Professions
- Degree:
- Doctoral Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%)
- Format:
- Online (100%)
The Doctor of Public Health (Dr.P.H.) program explores epidemiological and health equity concepts. It also emphasizes engaging communities to improve health outcomes to allow every person to attain full health potential without disadvantage due to social determinants of health. Students admitted to the Dr.P.H. program with a concentration in Diverse Populations and Health Equity will be poised to lead organizations, and design, implement, and evaluate health programs envisioned to benefit disadvantaged and minority groups.
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Elementary Education – The Accomplished Teacher, Ed.S.
- College:
- College of Education
- Degree:
- Specialist Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%)
- Format:
- Online (100%)
The Specialist in Education – The Accomplished Teacher program with a concentration in Elementary Education is a fully online advanced degree program designed for certified teachers at the master’s level who want to enhance their knowledge and skills as educators in grades P through 5. This specialist degree prepares educators to advance in their careers, and equips them with the necessary skills and experience for success. Successful completion of the program will lead to eligibility for an upgrade of the candidate’s teaching certification to a Level 6 certificate by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC). (This program requires previous teacher certification.)
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Elementary Education – The Advanced Teacher, M.Ed.
- College:
- College of Education
- Degree:
- Master's Degree
- Location:
- Online (100%)
- Format:
- Online (100%)
The M.Ed. in Elementary Education – The Advanced Teacher program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of currently certified educators in grades pre-K through 5, and focuses on leadership development, advocacy for all learners, best practices in pedagogy, and applied research skills. Upon completion of the program, educators with a Level 4 certification in Elementary Education will be eligible to upgrade their teaching certificate to a master’s level (Level 5) by the Georgia Professional Standards Committee. This program is fully online. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)
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English to Speakers of Other Lanaguages (ESOL) Endorsement
- College:
- College of Education
- Degree:
- Non-degree, Graduate
- Location:
- Online (100%)
- Format:
- Online (100%)
Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The ESOL Endorsement is available to certified teachers who are seeking or hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate in any field. Courses may be completed in a non-degree status or as electives within a teacher preparation program. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)