Charleston Southern Online offers bachelor’s and master’s programs tailored to meet your needs whether you are working to complete your first degree or seeking an advanced degree. U.S. News & World Report has named Charleston Southern to its Best Online Bachelor’s and Best Online Bachelor’s for Veterans lists, making Charleston Southern Online the best online bachelor’s program in the state of South Carolina.

Areas of Study

Analytics

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Analytics

The Master of Science in analytics prepares graduates with critical skills necessary to succeed in the emerging field of data science. The Charleston Southern online curriculum emphasizes effective analytical techniques, data mining, business analysis and modeling, analytic decision-making and more.

Degrees Format
MS Analytics Online

Business

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Business

Receive a professional business degree with options of on-campus, online or hybrid delivery. Learn what is needed to work in the business industry with integrity, morality and competency.

Degrees Format
Master of Business Administration Online & On-campus
Master of Science in Analytics Online
Master of Science in Project Management Online

Computer Science

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Computer Science

We pair the fundamental knowledge of computer science with cutting edge technology — allowing students immediate application in the workplace. Faculty are always available and easy to approach for questions and help. 

Degrees Format
Computer and Information Sciences (BA) Online & On-campus
Computer Science (BT) Online & On-campus
Computer Science (MS) Online & On-campus

Criminal Justice

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Criminal Justice

CSU is a leader in the field of criminal justice education. Our program provides professional training in the major areas of criminal justice: law enforcement, court systems and corrections. Students who study criminal justice at CSU are also equipped to be agents of change in the communities they serve.

Degrees Format
Criminal Justice (BS) Online & On-campus
Criminal Justice (MS) Online & On-campus
Public Safety Management (MS) Online & On-campus

Finance

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Finance

Want to know more about how businesses and individuals use financial resources? In CSU’s MBA program you will learn how businesses raise, spend and invest capital, as well as learn how financial markets function.

Degrees Format
MBA – finance Online & On-campus

Healthcare

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Healthcare

Charleston Southern’s online program in healthcare administration allows those working in various medical roles to advance their career in administration. CSU has a strong reputation within the regional healthcare community.

Degrees Format
Healthcare Administration Online

Hospitality & Tourism

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Hospitality & Tourism

Prepare for a career in hotel management, entertainment facilities or tourist destinations. Classes in CSU’s hospitality and tourism program explore key areas of this industry: economics, marketing, communications, law, human resources and strategic planning.

Degrees Format
Hospitality & Tourism Management Online

Human Resources

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Human Resources

Overall employment for workers in human resource management positions is expected to grow much faster than the average for all other professions, with a 22 percent growth rate over the next 10 years. Learn more about our programs that prepare you for advancement in the human resources field.

Degrees Format
Human Resources Online
MS Human Resource Management Online & On-campus

Leadership

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Leadership

The Master of Arts in organizational leadership and the MBA in leadership at Charleston Southern University focuses on cultivating leadership skills for professionals who need to learn how to more effectively lead and manage people in business, nonprofits or government. Courses are offered year-round with the options of on-campus, online or hybrid delivery methods each […]

Degrees Format
Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership Online & On-campus
MBA – leadership Online & On-campus

Management

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Management

Degrees Format
Organizational Management Online
MS Project Management Online
MS Management Online

Nursing

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Nursing

Getting your Master of Science in nursing from Charleston Southern University offers you the flexibility and support you need to pursue continued education while working. This program offers five-week intensive classes where you are only engaged in one class at a time so that you can focus on the material at hand. Teaching projects and […]

Degrees Format
Master of Science in Nursing Online

Project Management

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Project Management

Students with a project management degree often work for manufacturing companies, government contracting and government sectors, military logistics and operations. With a ranking of #1 in South Carolina as Best Online Bachelor’s Program (U.S. News & World Report, 2019), the Bachelor of Science in project management is the perfect choice for working professionals.

Degrees Format
Project Management Online
Master of Science in Project Management Online

Supply Chain

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Supply Chain

Charleston Southern’s degrees in supply chain management give you the skills and abilities to think in concert about the people, processes and technologies required for world-class integrated supply chain management. Supply chain managers are responsible for synchronizing the flow of products, information and funds between their organizations and both their suppliers and customers in a […]

Degrees Format
Supply Chain Management Online
Master of Science in supply chain management Online
MBA – Supply Chain Management Online & On-campus

Technology

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Technology

We pair the fundamental knowledge of computer science with cutting edge technology — allowing students immediate application in the workplace. Faculty are always available and easy to approach for questions and help. 

Degrees Format
Computer and Information Sciences (BA) Online & On-campus
Computer Science (BT) Online & On-campus
Computer Science (MS) Online & On-campus
MBA – management information systems Online & On-campus

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Fits Your Schedule.

Our programs are designed for the nontraditional student seeking a bachelor’s or master’s degree program that works with her/his current commitments and schedule.

I have had not only career growth but also was able to finish my MBA. I still leverage the tools that I have learned in this program in my day-to-day work life.”

Tony Kennedi `15 / MBA

Financial Aid

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Providing a path to affordable, high-quality education.

At CSU we offer a variety of financial aid options for adult learners. Learn more about loan options, tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, VA funding and payment plans.

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