Academic Program Directory
The Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication with a focus on TV/Sports Production at Southern Arkansas University prepares students for dynamic careers in television broadcasting and sports media. The program emphasizes video production, live event coverage, and broadcast journalism, equipping students with the technical skills and industry knowledge needed to excel in sports and TV…
The Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication with a focus on Film/News Media at Southern Arkansas University equips students with essential skills in media production, film studies, and journalism. The program blends theoretical knowledge with practical experience, allowing students to develop expertise in digital storytelling, media writing, and video production. Graduates are prepared for dynamic…
Counseling and Professional Studies
The Graduate Certificate in College Counseling and Student Affairs adds coursework aligned with CACREP standards to those with a Clinical and Mental Health Counseling program that desire to add College Counseling and Student Affairs Required Courses (12 Hours) COUN 6843 – Introduction to Student Affairs in Higher Education COUN 6853 – Student Affairs Theory and…
The Graduate Certificate in Elementary Education program at Southern Arkansas University is designed to enable candidates who graduated from SAU in the BSE Elementary Education (non-licensure) program to continue their career in education and be prepared to earn a license in K-6 education. Candidates in this certificate program are required to uphold the same knowledge,…
About the Program The Social Entrepreneurship Graduate Certificate at Southern Arkansas University is a stackable credential that equips professionals with the skills to lead mission-driven organizations and initiatives. The program emphasizes practical leadership, strategic thinking, and innovative problem-solving to address social, environmental, and economic challenges. Three Key Selling Points About the Program AACSB-accredited business school…
Required Courses (15 hours) ENGL 5013 – Second Language Acquisition ENGL 5023 – Second Language Assessment ENGL 5033 – TESOL Methods and Materials ENGL 5053 – Comparative English Grammar or ENGL 5063 – Introduction to Linguistics
Required Courses (12 Hours) SPED 6253 – Comprehensive Psychoeducational Evaluations SPED 6263 – Advanced Psychoeducational Evaluation and Intervention COUN 6753 – Internship: Educational Examiner COUN 6773 – Internship II: Educational Examiner
SAU EPP programs are licensure pathways for future teachers that are grounded in the knowledge, skills, and dispositions for teachers in 21st-century schools as their roles change to fit the needs of students and society. To complete the pathway, the candidate must earn at least a grade point average of 3.00 on all University credits…
The Mechanical Engineering (BSME) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical Engineering. The degree prepares students in solving problems covering numerous areas of mechanical engineering including thermal systems analysis and design, mechanical components design and analysis, control systems and analysis, heating, ventilation,…
The SAU MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) is designed for professionals who want to transform data into actionable insights. Offered by the AACSB-accredited, STEM-certified David F. Rankin College of Business, the program equips students with advanced skills in data analysis, business intelligence, predictive modeling, and strategic decision-making. The 30-hour curriculum combines analytics, business strategy, and…
