American InterContinental University Online

AIU Online is the web-based virtual campus of American InterContinental University, an international university with residential campuses located in Atlanta, Georgia; Los Angeles, California; South Florida; Houston, Texas; London, England; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates (The American University in Dubai).

American InterContinental University's mission is to provide for the varying educational needs of a culturally diverse and geographically dispersed student body with the goal of preparing students academically, personally and professionally for successful careers.

We are dedicated to accomplishing this goal by making a quality online education available to anyone with a passion for learning or a motivation to make their career aspirations come true.

The AIU Online degree programs allow students the freedom to study online anytime to earn their Associate's, Bachelor's or Master's degrees in an ever-expanding range of degree programs.

Top 10 Reasons to Attend AIU Online

For career-focused students looking to pursue opportunities in an increasingly competitive job market, an industry-current education can be an excellent way to enhance qualifications and build real-world credentials. But pursuing a degree at a traditional college is not a viable option for individuals who also must consider the demands made by their current professional and personal responsibilities.

AIU Online offers convenient, flexible alternatives that enable you to fit a career-focused education into your current lifestyle. Students have many reasons for choosing AIU Online, but the common denominator is our commitment to quality, convenience and anytime access.

A regionally accredited institution of higher learning

AIU Online is a branch campus of American InterContinental University, Atlanta, Georgia. American InterContinental University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees. This umbrella accreditation includes all approved branch campuses of the University, including AIU Online originating in Illinois.

AIU Online's Flexible Scheduling Plan

Students now have a choice in determining how quickly they can graduate with an industry-current associate's degree. AIU Online's Flexible Scheduling Plan is a flexible course-scheduling model designed to meet the needs of career-focused professionals who have real-world responsibilities. The Take 2 option remains the choice for students interested in earning their associate's degree as quickly as possible. Students learn at an accelerated pace and graduate fast. Students pursuing an associate's degree can also choose the Take 1 option, which permits them to take just one course during each 5-week session.

Instructors with experience in the fields they teach

First-hand knowledge can be an excellent way for you to prepare for career pursuits in the real world. At AIU Online, your instructors have "been there, done that" and know not only what it takes to create career opportunities in your field of interest but also how you'll be able to apply your industry-current education once you make your move.

A rich, interactive learning model that is at the forefront of modern education

The richness of the learning experience offered at AIU Online really should be seen to be believed. Our amazingly interactive Virtual Campus offers students a true academic environment in which to pursue their interests and achieve their goal of earning a career-focused degree.

When you attend our university, you'll view fascinating lectures and course content via rich multimedia presentations. You'll interact one-on-one and in groups with your instructors and fellow classmates, via email, online chats and discussion boards. You'll complete meaningful group projects. And you'll develop a network of contacts, friendships and relationships with likeminded, career-focused students from around the world.

Career-focused degree programs with concentrations to help you build relevant credentials

In today's competitive job market, advanced education can be an excellent way to enhance your qualifications to pursue your professional dreams. At AIU Online, we offer industry-current degree programs in today's in-demand industries to help students add to their credentials by acquiring applicable, real-world knowledge and skills in their field of interest.

A growing community of successful graduates

AIU Online is proud of the accomplishments of our graduates throughout the international business community. Our ultimate goal is to prepare students academically, personally and professionally for successful careers in their chosen fields.

The AIU Online Alumni Association serves graduates by keeping them connected to their university, their classmates and their dreams.

A team-based approach to academic success

From one-on-one academic guidance to career development assistance, students and alumni of AIU Online benefit from a personalized commitment to their ultimate satisfaction, success and achievement. From the minute you first contact the university through the days long after graduation, you'll have a dedicated team of professionals with your personal, professional and academic goals in mind.

A Career Services department that can help you focus on your future from day one

When you enroll at AIU Online, you'll have help achieving your goals from your Career Services Advisor. From helping you create a professional résumé and draft a winning cover letter to conducting practice interviews and helping you identify opportunities and contacts in your chosen field, these professionals are dedicated to helping you stay focused on your professional goals.

Our 24/7 Technical Support team

Online learning is an amazing experience, and it sometimes requires an expert's knowledge in configuring software or answering questions about the rich multimedia technology we use to provide you with an immersive academic environment. AIU Online Technical Support is available 24/7 to help you get online, stay online and learn online.

An intuitive approach to education that can enable you to acclimate fast to the wonders of online learning

Studying and learning at AIU Online can be an amazing experience. If you are considering enrolling, you should know that it's very easy to familiarize yourself with the Virtual Campus, access your courses and interact with your instructors and classmates.

Master of Education (MEd) in Curriculum and Instruction

The AIU Online Master of Education degree program provides a solid foundation for effective educational practice and career advancement for all levels of educational practitioners, including K-12, higher education and corporate learning. Students develop a solid foundation in learning theory, instructional design and application of educational research methods.

Students pursuing the concentration in curriculum and instruction will learn to design and implement assessments of student performance, provide feedback to students to enhance learning and utilize appropriate techniques to motivate and engage learners. Also covered is the use of multiple instructional strategies to present content, in order to address differences in students' learning styles and abilities.

Graduates will have acquired knowledge necessary to develop curricula to satisfy organizational, federal, state or other standards and objectives. The concentration in curriculum and instruction is designed to prepare educators to pursue such in-demand career opportunities as: Curriculum Developer, Learning Consultant, Training and Development Advisor, Education Consultant, Course Designer and many other interesting positions.

Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Assessment and Evaluation

The AIU Online Master of Education degree program features a concentration in educational assessment and evaluation. It is a career-focused curriculum featuring an emphasis on the importance of evaluation systems and their effective organizational deployment.

The program is designed for dedicated professionals wishing to build their credentials by learning to assess an organization's existing evaluation system, recognize and critique valid evaluation instruments and manage an organization's evaluation system, including the development of certification programs.

Students who successfully complete the MEd in Educational Assessment and Evaluation will have acquired industry-current knowledge that focuses on helping prepare them to pursue career opportunities such as: Assistant Principal (certification requirements vary by state and school district), Exam Developer, Instructional Designer, Social Services Manager, Training Officer and many others.

Master of Education (MEd) in Instructional Technology

The AIU Online Master of Education degree program is structured to address sweeping changes that have occurred in education over the past decade, including an emphasis on the importance of students' capacity to understand abstract concepts, solve problems, work as effective team members and develop critical thinking skills.

Students pursuing the MEd with a concentration in Instructional Technology will learn to integrate the use of various instructional media and technologies for learning, including classroom presentation tools, computer-based and network-based instructional systems. They will also gain an understanding of how to identify and take advantage of unique opportunities and challenges involved in the organization, development and delivery of a distance learning program.

Graduates will have acquired knowledge necessary to provide leadership in the application of new technologies in modern education. The concentration in instructional technology is designed to help prepare educators to pursue in-demand career opportunities such as: Curriculum Developer, Education Consultant, Online Course Developer, Training Technology Specialist and many other interesting positions.

Master of Education (MEd) in Leadership of Educational Organizations

The AIU Online Master of Education degree program features a concentration in leadership of educational organizations. It is a career-focused curriculum featuring an emphasis on the importance of institutional administration of educational programs.

The program is designed for dedicated professionals wishing to broaden their range of professional opportunities by acquiring the skills necessary to provide strategic leadership for education services and workplace learning and performance.

Students who successfully complete the MEd in Leadership of Educational Organizations will have acquired industry-current knowledge that focuses on helping prepare them to pursue such career opportunities as: Assistant Principal (certification requirements vary by state and school district), Dean, Instructional Manager, Education Administrator and many others.

The Master of Education degree program is not designed to meet state educator licensing requirements. It may assist students in gaining licensure in their state of residence depending upon requirements.

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